Haier HTAF15 User manual

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Before Operation
Warning and cautions.................................................................................1
Installation.................................................................................................4
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The remote control..................................................................................4
MENU functions
Video set up............................................................................................5
Audio set up............................................................................................5
Timer set up............................................................................................6
Function
Channel
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Antenna Connection
Troubleshooting guide
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Table Of ContentsTable Of Contents
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT HIGH VOLTAGE IS PRESENT INSIDE. IT IS
DANGEROUS TO MARK ANY KIND OF CONTACT WITH ANY INSIDE PART
OF THIS PRODUCT.
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT THERE ARE IMPORTANT OPERATING AND
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS INTHE LITERATUREACCOMPANYING
THE APPLIANCE.
This important note is located on the rear of the cabinet.
Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call CATV system
installer s attention to section 820-40 of the NEC which provided guidelines
for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall
be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of
cable entry as practical.
Warning: To read the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to
rain or moisture.
Warning: To read the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to
rain or moisture.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all of the instructions before using thisappliance. When usingthis appliance, alwaysexercise
basic safety precautions,including the following:
1) Save theseinstructions- The safety and operation instructions should be retainedfor future
reference.
2) All warningson the appliance and in theoperating instructions should be followed.
3) Cleaning- Unplug TV from the wall outletbefore cleaning. Do not useliquid cleaners oraerosol
cleaners.
Use only adamp cloth for cleaning.
Exceptions: Some productsare designed for uninterrupted service, eg. Cable TVconverters,
unplugging such accessoriesmay result in loss of authorizationcodes. In such cases, please follow
instructions for unpluggingsuch devices as provided by theaccessories manufacturer.
4)Attachments-Do not use attachments not recommendedby the TV manufacturer as theymay cause
hazards.
5) Waterand moisture-Do not place this TV near water, for example, near a bathtub,wash bowl,
kitchen sink, orlaundry tub, in a wet basement,or near a swimming pool.
6)Accessories - Donot place this TV on anunstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket ortable. The TV may
fall causing seriousinjury to someone, and serious damageto the appliance. Use only witha cart,
stand, tripod, bracket,or table recommended by the manufacturer`s,or sold with the TV. Any
mounting of theappliance should follow the manufacturer`s instructionsand should use a
mounting accessory recommendedby the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combinationshould
be moved withcare. Quick stops, excessive force, anduneven surface may cause the applianceand
Cart combination tooverturn.
7) Ventilation- Slots and openings in thecabinet and the back or bottomare provided for ventilation
and to ensureoverheating. These openings must notbe locked inan built ininstallation such a
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilationis provided orthe manufacturer instructions have been
adhered to.
8)Power sources- This TV should be operatedonly from the type of powersources indicated on the
electrical nameplate. Ifyou are not sure of thetype of the power supply toyour home, consult your
appliance dealer orlocal power company. For TV`s intended tooperate from battery power or other
source, refer tothe operation instructions.
9)Grounding or polarization- This TV is equipped witha polarized alternating current line plug(a
plug having oneblade wider than the other is).This plug will fit into thepower outlet only one way.
This is safetyfeature. If you are unable toinsert the plug fully into theoutlet, try reversing the plug. If
the plug shouldstill fail to fit, contact yourelectrician to replace your outlet. Don`tdefeat the safety
purpose of thepolarized plug.
10)Power cordprotection - Power supply cordsshould be routedso that they are not likelyto be
walked on orpinched by items placed upon oragainst them, paying particular attention tocords or
Plugs, convenience receptacle,and the point where they exitfrom the appliance.
11) Out antennagrounding - If an outside
antenna or cablesystem is grounded so as to
provide some protectionagainst voltage surges
and built upstatic charges. Article 810 of the
National Electrical Code,ANSI/NEPA NO.70,
provided information withrespect to proper
grounding of themast and supporting structure,
grounding of thelead in wire to antenna
discharge unit, sizeof grounding conductors,
location of antennadischarge unit, connection
to grounding electrodes,and requirement for
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12)Lighting precaution -For added protection for this TV receiver duringa lighting storm or when it
is left unattendedfor long period of time, unplugit from the wall outlet anddisconnect the
antenna or cablesystem. This will prevent damage tothe TV due to lighting andpower line surges.
13)Object and liquidentry - Never push objects ofany kind into this TV throughopenings as they
May touch dangerousvoltage point or short out partsthat could result in a fireor electric shock.
Avoid spilling liquidof any kind on the TV.
14)Servicing - Donot attempt to service the TVby yourself, as opening or removing covers may
expose you todangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicingto qualified service
personnel.
15)Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this TV fromthe wall outlet and refer servicingto qualified
service personnel underthe following conditions:
a. When thepower supply cord or plug isdamaged or frayed.
b. If liquidhas been spilled, or objects havebeen fallen into the TV.
c. If theTV has been exposed to rainor water.
d. If theTV does not operate normally byfollowing the operation instructions. Adjust onlythose
controls that arecovered by the operation instructions, asimproper adjustment of other control
may result indamage and will often require extensivework by a qualified technician torestore the
TV to itsnormal operation.
e. If theTV has been dropped or damagedin any way.
f. When the TV exhibitsa distinct change in performance; thisindicates a need for service.
16) Replacement parts - When replacement parts arequired, be sure the service technicianuses
replacement parts specifiedby the manufacturer that the samecharacteristic as the original part.
unauthorized substitutions mayresult in fire, electric shock, injuryto persons or other hazards.
17) Safety check- Upon completion of any serviceof repairs to this TV, ask theservice technician to
perform routine safetychecks to determine that the TVis in proper operation condition.
18) Heat -This TV product should be situatedaway from heat sources such asradiators, heat
registers, stoves, orother products (Including amplifiers) that produceheat.
19) Modifications -Any changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the Federal
Comunications.
20)Clean only witha dry cloth.
21)Do not blockany ventilation openings. Install in accordancewith the manufacturer's instructions.
22)Do not installnear any hear sources such asradiators, heat registers, stoves, or otherapparatus
(including amplifiers) thatproduce heat.
23)Do not defeatthe safety purposes of the polarizedor grounding type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades withone wider than the other. A grounding type plug hastwo blades anda third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the thirdprong is provided for your safety. When the provided
plug does not fit into youroutlet, consult anelectrician for replacementof the obsolete outlet.
24)Protect the power cord frombeing walked on or pinched particularlyat plugs, convenience
receptacles, and thepoint where they exit from theapparatus.
25)Only use theattachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
26)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicingis required when the apparatus has
been damaged inany way, such aspower supply cord or plug isdamaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects havefallen into the apparatus, the apparatushas been exposed to rain ormoisture, does
not operate normally, or hasbeen dropped.
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Staple your receipt to your manual. You will need it to obtain warranty service.
For Future Reference Please
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Front
Remote Control Functions
1. : Power on/off
2. MENU: Access/Exit Main M
3. CH+/-: Select next higher or lower channel
4. VOL+/-: Increase or decrease sound
5. CHANNEL NUMBER BUTTON: Direct channel
tuning (TV channel 02-69, CATV channel 01-125.)
6. RECALL: Return to previous channel
7. -/--: Digital Selector
8. TV/AV: TV/AV selection
9. CCD CCD selection
10. MUTE: Press key to Activate/deactivate Mute Function
11. P.STD: Picture Preference Select Button
12. DISPLAY: Display receiving channel
13.EXIT Exit TV Menu
1. : Power on/off
2. MENU: Access/Exit Main M
3. CH+/-: Select next higher or lower channel
4. VOL+/-: Increase or decrease sound
5. CHANNEL NUMBER BUTTON: Direct channel
tuning (TV channel 02-69, CATV channel 01-125.)
6. RECALL: Return to previous channel
7. -/--:
8. TV/AV: TV/AV selection
9. CCD CCD selection
10. MUTE: Press key to Activate/deactivate Mute Function
11. P.STD:
12. DISPLAY: Display receiving channel
13.EXIT
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2.A-IN: Audio Input
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6.VOL- ( ): Decrease sound
7. VOL+( ): Increase sound
8. CH-( ): Select next lower channel
9.CH+( ): Select next higher channel
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V-IN: Video Input
TV/AV TV/AV switching
Menu: Access/Exit Main M (Menu)
Sensor Windows
Power Indicator
Power: Power on/off
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14.ANT. IN: Antenna In
15.Y: Y input
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18.VIDEO: Video output
19.AUDIO R : Audio right output
20. AUDIO L : Audio left output
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Menu Functions
Video Set Up:
Pressing MENU button once willbring the Video Set Up menuon the TV.
The following isshown on your TV screen:
Follow the procedure below toadjust the
picture quality ofyour choice:
1.Press the CH(+) and CH(-)button to go
up and downthe menu.
2.Press the VOL(+) and VOL(-) button to
increase and decreasethe level to your
preference for eachitem.
Adjustment of Picture Quality:
Toadjust the picture quality from thefactory preset readthe following:
Picture: By increasing the level. It will adjustwhite areas of picture and bydecreasing the level ,
it will adjustblack areas of picture.
Brightness: By increasingthe level, it will add morelight to dark parts of thepicture and by
decreasing the level,itwill add more dark to lightparts of the picture.
Color: By increasingthe level. It will adjust thelow and the high level of the picture.
Sharpness: By increasingthe level, it will show cleanerand clearer images and by decreasing
the level, itwill make picture smoother.
Hue: You can adjustthe tint of the picture bygoing into picture set up menu.By decreasing the
level, it willgive red tint to skin colorand by increasing the color itwill give greentint to
skin color.
Color Temp : Bypressing the VOL(+/-) buttons to select the threesetting A)Neutral, B)Warm,
C)Cool.
Picture 70
Color 50
Sharpness 40
Hue 50
Color Temp. Neutral
Brightness 32
Video
Information to user:This television receiver is equipped withclose caption decoder and
parental blocking technologyas required by the FCC.
Audio Set Up:
By pressing MENUbutton ,and then pressing VOL(-/+) button it will bring you toAudio
Set Up display. You will see the following menuon your TVscreen:
Follow the procedure below toadjust the
sound quality:
Press VOL(+) button to increase and VOL (-)
button to decreasethe level to your preference.
Audio
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Timer Set Up:
By pressing MENUbutton ,and then pressing VOL(-/+) button it will bring you toTimer
Set Up display. You will see the following menuon your TVscreen:
Clock:
Time-On:
Ch. Select: Thisexclusive feature switches you to yourfavorite channel at the
appropriate set time.Press VOL(+) and VOL(-) buttons to select the channel.
Time-Off :
Sleep Time: This feature allows you to turnoff television inpre-selected minutes (180,
170,160, ........,10 and0).
Remind time:
Ch. Switch: Thisfeature lets you store your favoritechannel. Once you store the
channel number inthis function, when the set timeis up, it will switch over
to the setchannel. This feature is used withthe Exchange feature. Press
VOL(+) or VOL(-) button to select thechannel.
Press CH( +/-) buttons toscroll to Clock, then press VOL (-/+) buttonsto set
the hour aftersetting the hour press CH( +/-)buttons to go to minute modeand
set by usingVOL(+/-) buttons.
Press CH( +/-) buttons toscroll to Clock, then press VOL (-/+) buttonsto
set the hourafter setting the hour press CH(+/-) buttons to go to minutemode
and set byusing VOL(+/-) buttons.
Press CH( +/-) buttons toscroll to Clock, then press VOL (-/+) buttonsto
set the hourafter setting the hour press CH(+/-) buttons to go to minutemode
and et byusing VOL(+/-) buttons.
Press CH( +/-) buttons toscroll to Clock, then press VOL (-/+) buttons
to set thehour after setting the hour pressCH( +/-) buttons to go tominute mode
and set byusing VOL(+/-) buttons.
Timer
Time-On 18:00
Ch. Select 1
Time-Off --:--
Sleep Time 0
Remind Time --:--
Ch. Switch 1
Clock 17:18
Follow the procedure below toselect one of
the above options:
1.Press the CH(+) and CH(-)button to go up
and down themenu.
2.Press VOL(+) button or VOL (-) button to
select your preference.
Function Set Up:
By pressing theMENU button, and then pressing VOL-/+ button will bring you to
Function Set Up menu. You will see the following menuon your screen:
1.Press the CH(+) and CH(-)button to go up
and down themenu.
2.Press the VOL(+) and VOL(-) button to
increase and decreasethe level to your
preference for eachitem.
Follow the procedure below toselect one of
the above options:
Setup
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Background on
VNR on
Fade on
AVL off
C. Caption off
Demo Mode
Black Stretch on

Language: Use VOL(+/-) to select the OSDin either English, French orSpanish.
Background: Press the VOL (+/-) buttons to select between BackgroundON or Background
OFF. When theBackground ON functionis chosen, amoving"NO SIGNAL" sign will
be displayed ifthere is no input signal tothe set.
Black Stretch: Press VOL (+/-) buttons toturn the Black Stretch feature onor off. When the
Black Stretch functionis on the screen automatically increasesthe contrast range.
VNR: Press VOL (+/-) buttons to turn the VNR functionon or off. VNR isa term for Video
Noise Reduction, a built-in device on theset that reduces video noise interference
so the vieweris assured a clear picture.
OFF: When OFF is displayedon TV means C.Caption is turnedoff.
CC1: When CC1displayson TV means C.Caption is turnedon.
CC2 to CC4:For other modes of video related broadcast information.
T1: For program guide andother information displayed by broadcasters.
(This blocks alarge portion of the picture onyour screen).
T2 to T4:For other modes of information displayed by broadcasters.
(This blocks alarge portion of the picture onyour screen).
Note: Select CC1for full translation of the primarylanguage such as English in your
area. Select CC2for secondary language translation such asSpanish or any other
language that maybe broadcast in your area.
Channel set up:
By pressing MENUbutton ,and then pressing VOL-/+ button it willbring you to
Channel Set Up.You will see thefollowing display on TV screen.
Channel
Antenna TV
Skip off
Current Ch. 2
Fine
Auto Program
Channel System Auto
Follow the procedure below toselect above
options:
1.Press the CH(+) and CH(-)button to go up
and down themenu.
2.Press VOL(+) button or VOL (-) button to
select your preference.
Channel System: Press the VOL(-/+) buttons toselect the correctchannel system.
In general, youcan set itas "AUTO" AUTO,NTSC and NTSC443 will
display in turn
Antenna: Press VOL (+) button or VOL(-) button to select TV orCATV.
Channel Coverage byAntenna:
Antenna Type Channel Range
VHF 2-13
UHF 14-69
CATV 1-125
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Fade: The FADE control allows for the picture tube to warm up and gently turn on,
which can help prolong the life of the picture tube.
Demo mode: Thiswill display the main functions ofthe TV set.
AVL:Automatic VolumeLevel control reduces the effectof large volume changes. For instance,
when advertisements comeon.
C.Caption: Press VOL (+/-) buttons to select the Closed Captionoptions. Closed
Captioning helps thehearing impaired with the broadcast program,as well as helping
children learn howto read. A built in decoderdisplays the audio portion of aprogram
as text onthe screen when this option isselected.

Skip :Press VOL(+) button or VOL(-) button to addor delete the channel from the
stored memory.
Current Ch. :Press VOL(+) button to goup and VOL (-) button to go downto set the
channel position. Thedisplay will showthe current playing channel.
Fine: If the picture and/orsound are poor, try usingthe FINE TUNE feature.
Do not usethis feature unless reception is poor. Press VOL (+/-) to start theFine
Tune function.
Auto Program: Press VOL(+) button or VOL (-) button to auto program in channels.
This search automaticallyadds only the active channels inyour area to the TV's
memory. It deletes anychannels on which there is nobroadcast or a poor signal.
Note: The AutoSearch function will scan the channelson the selected antenna
input. If theTV is connected to cable, pleaseselect Cable under Antenna.
Calendar:
Your TV has been designed with acalendar. By pressing MENUbutton ,and then
pressing VOL-/+ button it willbring you to Calendar. Youwill see the following
display on TVscreen.
Calendar
OCT
OCT
OCT
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Follow the procedure below toadjust the Calendar :
1. +/- buttonsPress the CH to select theyear
item, the monthitem or the date item.
2. Press the VOL-/+buttons to change
calendar setup (1901.1.1-2099.12.31).
3. Press EXIT button toexit the calendar mode.
V-CHIP SetUP:
Press the MENU Button onyour remote control to go toPassword menu, then input
the password (0000). It will bring Parental Lock set updisplay on thescreen. You
will see thefollowing menu on your screen:
Parental Lock
Parental Lock off
TV Rating
MPAA Rating
Lock Menu
Change Password
Passsword
Password ----
This function enablesyou to block certain TV channelsin accordance tothe V-CHIP
requirement established bythe FCC.
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Toset the V-CHIP function:
Select the TVRating option. Youwill see the TV Rating menu on your TV screen:
1.Press CH(+/-) button to goup and down
the menu.
2. Press VOL(+/-) button to go into TV
Rating and Movie Rating menus.
3.Press MENU button to setthe Parent
lock ON andParent lock OFF.
When TV ratingis selected, you will see
the following ratingtable on your TV screen.
Rating FV
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When Movie ratingis selected, you will see thefollowing rating table on your TVscreen.
MPAARating
G U
PG U
R U
NC-17 U
X U
PG-13 U
PARENT LOCK OFF means the lock functionis turned off . If thePARENT LOCK
is in "OFF"mode then V-CHIP function will not be activeto accept the V-CHIP
signal.
PARENT LOCK ON meansthe lock functionis turned on.If the lockis in the "ON"
mode then V-CHIP function is activated to accept the V-CHIP signal.
Password
The "Default Password" preset bythe manufacturer is"0000" . Ifyou want tochange
the preset passwordto your own password, just chooseany four digits that can be
easily remembered andset. Once you set password fora particular channel, that
channel will beblocked. This channel can only beaccessed with the password.
LOCK Menu
AV LOCK:When it is setON,you can not use the AV.
PROGRAM LOCK:When it is set ON,the current channel is locked,youcan not see
the program ofthis channel.
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Note: You can press CH(+/-) buttons to go up and down the menu, then press VOL(+)
button to select "B" or "U' .
Note: You can press CH(+/-) buttons to go up and down the menu, then press VOL(+)
button to select "B" or "U' .

V-Chip Technology:
The "V-Chip Technology" allow you to use U.S. And Canada Movies andTV
PROGRAMS Guide ratingsto block certain types of TVprograms and movies.
Tounderstand clearly about TV programs ratingcodes, read the following list:
U.S. TV Program Ratings
NR: Not Rated-this means thatprograms are not rated or ratingdoes not apply.
TV-Y:For all children-thistype of ratedprograms are designedfor a very young audience,
including children fromages 2-6.
TV-Y7:Directed for older children - thistype of rated programs may includecomedic violence
of mild physical,or may frighten children under theage of 7.
TV-G:General Audience-this typeof rated programs contains little orno violence, nostrong
language, and littleor no sexual dialogue and situations.
TV-PG:ParentalGuidance Suggested-this type of rated programsmay contain limited violence,
some suggestive sexualdialogue and situations, and rare language.
TV-14:Parents strongly cautioned-thistype of rated programs may containsexual content,
strong language andmore intense violence.
TV-MA:Mature audienceonly-this type of rated programsmay contain sexual violence,
explicit sexual contentand profane language.
FV: This type ofrated programs contain Fantasy and cartoon violence.
Violence: This typeof rated programs contain violence.
S: This type of rated programscontain sex.
L: This type of rated programscontain offensive language.
D: This typeof rated programs contain dialogue withsexual content.
Tounderstand clearly about movies rating codes,read the following list:
U.S. Movies Rating Chart
NR: This meansmovie is not rated yet. Itis pending government rating approval.
G:General Audience-this type of movie rating means all agesadmitted to see the movie.
PG-13:Parents Strongly Cautioned - thistype of movie rating means somematerial
may not beappropriate for children under13.
R:Restricted- This type of movie rating means childrenunder 17 of age requires to
be with parentor guardian.
NC-17:This type of movie rating meansno one 17 and under admitted.
X:This type of movie rating means adults only.
Tounderstand clearly about Canadian programs ratingcodes, read the following list:
Canadian English Rating Chart
E:Exempt - this type of ratedprograms contain news, sports, documentaries, talk
shows, music videos,and variety of other programs.
C:This type of rated programs areintended for children under age 8.There is no
offensive language, nudityor sexual content.
C8+:This type ofrated programs generally considered acceptable forchildren 8
years and over. There is no profanity, nudity orsexual content.
G: This type of rated programsgenerally suitable for all audiences.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested -inthis type of rated programs, somematerial
may not besuitable for children.
14+:In this typeof rated programs, some content maynot be suitable for viewers
under the ageof 14.Parents are strongly cautionednot to have their children
view 14+ ratedprograms by pre-teens and early teens.
18:Adults Only-this type of rated programs are onlyfor adult viewers only.
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