Haier HL15B User manual

Please read this manual carefully
before using this TV set and keep it
for future reference.
LCD TV
USER MANUAL
HL15B/HL15E/HL19E/HL19W/HL22E

WARNING AND CAUTION
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.FOR
ANY PROBLEM, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
THERE IS A LIGHTNING ARROW SYMBOL IN THE TRIANGLE:
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES HIGH VOLTAGE IS PRESENT INSIDE.
IT IS DANGEROUS TO MAKE ANY KIND OF CONTACT WITH ANY
INSIDE PART OF THIS PRODUCT.
THERE IS MARK IN THE TRIANGLE: THIS
SYMBOL ALERTS YOU THAT IMPORTANT LITERATURE
AND MAINTENANCE HAS BEEN
INCLUDED WITH THIS PRODUCT.
AN EXCLAMATION
CONCERNING OPERATION
CAUTION
DO NOT OPENDO NOT OPEN
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
!!
!!
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE,
DO NOT PUT THE TV SET NEAR SOURCES OF HUMIDITY.
DO NOT USE ANY ABRASIVE CLEANSERS WHICH MAY
SCRATCH OR DAMAGE THE LCD SCREEN. AVOID CONTACT
WITH OBJECTS THAT MAY SCRATCH THE LCD SCREEN.
NOTE: SERVICING THE UNIT YOURSELF IS UNAUTHORIZED
AND COULD LEAD TO INJURY OR PRODUCT DAMAGE.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with a dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any hear sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purposes of the polarized or grounding type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or
the third prong is provided for your safety. When the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
11) Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14) Refer all to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when
the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord
or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
15 Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
servicing

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for using ourHaier product. This easy-to-use manualwill guide youin
getting the bestuse of yourproduct. Remember to record the modeland serial
number. They are onlabel in backof the unit.
Model number
serial number
Date of purchase
Staple your receiptto your manual.You will need itto obtain warranty service.
Safety Instructions

CONTENT
Safety Notice Items...................................................................................
Front Panel Controls..................................................................................
Connection Options...................................................................................
Remote Control Key Functions...................................................................
Remote Control ..................................................................................
Installing Batteries..................................................................................
Connection Instructions.............................................................................
Grounding..............................................................................................
External equipment Connections..............................................................
Antenna Connection.............................................................................
PC Setup.............................................................................................
VCR Setup...........................................................................................
Cable TV Setup....................................................................................
External AV Source Setup......................................................................
Basic Operating Instructions.......................................................................
Turn on the LCD-TV.................................................................................
Audio Control..........................................................................................
Mute......................................................................................................
Select the TV Channel You Want...............................................................
Picture Mode...........................................................................................
Sound Mode.........................................................................................
Sleep......................................................................................................
INFO......................................................................................................
GUIDE...................................................................................................
-button...................................................................................................
CH.LIST button........................................................................................
FAV.LIST button......................................................................................
ARC button.............................................................................................
Menu Operations.......................................................................................
Video Menu Options...............................................................................
Video Menu Options Continued...............................................................
Audio Menu Options................................................................................
Audio Menu Options Continued................................................................
Function Menu Options.............................................................................
Function Menu Options Continued.............................................................
Adjust Menu Options................................................................................
Adjust Menu Options Continued..............................................................
Channel Menu Options..............................................................................
Channel Menu Options Continued..............................................................
Lock Menu Options..................................................................................
Lock Menu Options Continued...................................................................
Troubleshooting Guide...............................................................................
Specifications...........................................................................................
Warranty ..................................................................................................
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Safety Notice Items
Incorrect usage maycause fire or electric shock.
ensure
Please keep this manual for later use;
Please comply strictly with the warning instructions on the machine and
in this book;
Before operation, please make sure that the operating voltage of your unit is
correct;
Do not remove the back cover. If service is needed, please contact an
Authorized service technician.
To prevent this, please do as
required when you are installing, using and cleaning this machine. To
your safety and extend the life-span of LCD-TV, please read the following items
carefully before using:
lPlease read and understand all the instructions before operation;
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lPlease comply with the instructions provided;
lPlease do not use additional devices that are not recommended by
manufacturer:
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lDo not placethe unit on unstable, dusty and humid places;
lNever put theunit in direct sunlight or near heat sources;
lAllow enough space for proper ventilation;
lPlease keep water away from the LCD-TV . If water comes in contact with the
LCD-TV, disconnect the power cord from the power source, then wipe the set
with a dry soft cloth;
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Front Panel Controls
Control Panel Function
TV/AV MENU VOL- VOL+ CH- CH+ POWER
2345
1. Power supplyswitch
2.TV/AV TV/AV/S-VIDEO/PC/COMPONENT
3. MENU Press to select the main menu
4. VOL- Volume down/ Left orientation to adjust the item inthe OSD
VOL+ Volumeup / Right orientation to adjust the item in the OSD
/Press to enter
5. CH- TV channel down / to select the item in the menu
CH+ TV channel up / to select the item in the menu
6. Power indicator
7.Remote Sensor
Selects the input signals:
Receives the signals from the remote control
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7
DC POWER SWITCH
HL15E
HL15B
HL19E
DC POWER SWITCH
HL19W
6
7

Connection Options
The above figure is for reference only,
connections may differ depending upon
the models
ANT IN S-VIDEO VGA IN
PC AUDIO IN AUDIO IN
R L
VIDEO IN
V
Pb
Pr Y
COMPONENT IN
Video Input
Connect video output
from an external
device to thisjack
PC Audio Input
Connect the audio
output from the pc
to the PC audio input port
Connect cable or
antenna signals to
the TV, either direc-
tly or through your
cable box.
VGA Input
Connect to theVGA
15PIN analog output
connector of aPC
graphics card to use set
as a PC display
Component Input
Connect a component
video device to
these jacks
AV/S-VIDEO/
COMPONENT Audio
Input
Connect audio output
from an externaldevice
to these jacks
Earphone port
Antenna Input
S-Video Input
Connect S-Video out
from an S-Video device
to the jacks.
ANT IN S-VIDEO VGA IN
PC AUDIO IN AUDIO IN
R L
VIDEO IN
V
Pb
Pr Y
COMPONENT IN

Remote Control Key Functions
When using the remote control, aim it
towards the remotesensor on the TV
Mute
Return to Previous Channel in TV mode
Input selection
Program Number
Select MONO,STEREO, SAP in NTSC system
Confirm button
Volume/Channel Selection
CCD ( closed caption) On / Off
TV Sleep button
Shows program schedule in DTV
Select the aspect ratio
Open the favorite channel list in DTV
Open the channel list in DTV
Adjust sound mode
MENU
Select additional channels
Adjust Picture Mode
Exit On Screen Display
Call Screen Infromation
Standby
Buttons on the remote control
MUTE
Q.VIEW INFO
INPUT EXIT
SAP P.MODE
CC
CH+
CH-
VOL
-
VOL
+
MENU
SLEEP S.MODE
GUIDE ARC CH.LIST
FAV.LIST
OK

Remote Control
Installing Batteries
Remove the battery cover.
Insert two size AAA batteries matching
the +/-polarities of the battery to the +/-
marks inside the battery compartment.
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Precautions
Make sure that there is no
obstacle between theremote
controller and televisionset.
As strong light may interfere with the
signals, change yourposition to
operate the remote control if
the television cannot be turned
on or off as expected.
Keep the remote control
away from heat sources or
humid areas toensure
effective performance of
the remote.
Make sure that two AAA1.5V alkaline
batteries are loaded. The batteries
must be of the same type, must be
inserted properly, and must not be
rechargeable.
2XAAA

Connection Instructions
Ensure that you connect the grounding / earth wire to prevent possible
electric shock. If grounding methods are not possible, have a qualified
electrician install a separate circuit breaker. Do not try to ground the
unit by connectingit to telephone wires, lighteningrods, or gaspipes.
Grounding
External Equipment Connections
Antenna Connection
- Antenna or Cable Service with a Cable Box Connections
- For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction if needed.
Multi-family Dwellings/Apartments
(Connect to wallantenna socket)
wall antenna
socket
VHF antenna
UHF antenna
outdoor
antenna
Single-family Dwellings /Houses
(Connect to walljack for outdoorantenna)
Bronze Wire
Be careful notto bend thebronze
wire when connectingthe antenna.
Bronze Wire
Turn clockwise to tighten.
RF coaxial wire(75 ohm)
To improve picture quality in a poor
signal area, purchase and install a
signal amplifier.
If the antenna needs to be split for two
Tvs, install a 2-Way SignalSplitter
in the connections.
If the antenna is not installed properly,
contact your dealer for assistance.
NOTE: Cables shownare not includedwith the TV

Connection Instructions
You can use your LCD-TV as a monitor for your personal computer using a VGA
cable (not supplied).
PC Setup
Connection and use steps:
1.Read the userguide supplied with
your computer and ensure that it has
a VGAconnector;
2.Make sure that the power of the LCD
-TV and thePC are off;
3.Connect a Dtype 15-pin VGAinterface
cable ( not supplied ) to the VGA video
interface connector on the PC. Then
connect the other end to the VGA video
interface connector on the back of the
LCD-TV.Tighten the screws on the VGA
connectors once they are firmly
connected;
4.Turn on the power of the LCD-TV first,
and then turn on the power of the PC;
5.Press the INPUT button to set the video
input mode of the LCD-TV to PC;
6.Check the image on your TV. There may be noise associated with the resolution,
vertical pattern, contrast or brightness in PC mode. If noise is present, change
the PC mode to another resolution, change the refresh rate to another rate or
adjust the brightness and contrast on the menu until the picture is clear. If the
refresh rate of the PC graphic card can not be changed,change the PC graphic
card or consult the manufacturer of the PC graphic card.

Connection Instructions
VCR Setup
Connection and use steps:
1.Read the user guide supplied with your AV devices and ensure that it has
Composite or S-Video connectors;
2.Make sure that the power of the LCD-TV and the AV device are off;
.Turn on the LCD-TV first ; and then turn on the
power of the AV device;
4.Press the INPUT button to set the video
input mode of the LCD-TV to
S-VIDEO mode or AV mode.
Connection Option 1
Set VCR output switch to 3 or 4 and then
tune TV to the same channel number.
Connection Option 2
1. Connect the audio and video cables from
the VCR's output jacks to the TV input jacks,
as shown in the figure.
When connecting the TV to VCR, match
the jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio
Left = white,and Audio Right = red).
If you connect an S-VIDEO output from
VCR to the S-VIDEO input, the picture
quality is improved; compared to conne-
cting a regular VCR to the Video input.
2. Insert a video tape into the VCR and press
PLAY on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR owner s
manual.)
3
- To avoid picture noise (interference), leave an adequate distance between the
VCR and TV
.
VCR
1
2

Connection Instructions
Cable TV Setup
- After subscribing to a cable TV service from a local provider you can watch cable
TV programming. The TV cannot display TV programming unless a TV tuner
device or cable TV converter box is connected to the TV.
- For furtherinformation regarding cable TV service, contact your localcable TV
service provider(s).
Connection Option 1
1. Select 3 or 4 with channel switch on cable
box.
2. Tune the TV channel to the same selected
output channel oncable box.
3. Select channelsat the cable box or with
the cable box remote control.
Connection Option 2
1. Connect the audio and video cables from
the Cable Box'soutput jacks to the TV
input jacks, as shown in the figure.When
connecting the TV to a Cable Box, match
the jack colors
(Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and
Audio Right= red).
2. Select the input source by using the INPUT
button on the remote control.
3. Select your desired channel with the
remote control forcable box.
External AV Source Setup
How to connect
Connect the audio and video cables from
the external equipment's output jacks to the
TV input jacks, as shown in the figure.
When connecting the TV to external equip-
ment, match the jack colors (Video = yellow,
Audio Left =white, and Audio Right =red).
How to use
1. Select the input source by using the INPUT
button on the remote control.
2. Operate the corresponding external equi-
pment. Refer to external equipment ope-
rating guide.

Basic Operating Instructions
Turn on the LCD-TV
When the POWER button is pressed and the LCD-TV
is turned on,the indicator light on the frontof the LCD-TV
changes from red to green(or from dark to light). When the
LCD-TV is turnedoff using the power button, the LCD-TV will
go into standby mode and the indicator light turns red(or
turns dark).
Each time you press the INPUT button, TV, AV, S-VIDEO,PC,
COMPONENT will appear on the screen in order.
Audio Control
1.Press the VOL+ button to increase the volume. A number will appear
on screen indicating the volume level.
2.Press the VOL- button to decrease the volume. A number will appear
on screen indicating the volume level.
Mute
1.Press the MUTE button to mute the sound temporarily. A mute icon
appears on the screen.
2.Press the MUTE button or VOL+ again to restore the sound.
The mute icon disappears.
MUTE
Q.VIEW INFO
INPUT EXIT
SAP P.MODE
CC
CH+
CH-
VOL
-
VOL
+
MENU
SLEEP S.MODE
GUIDE ARC CH.LIST
FAV.LIST
OK

Basic Operating Instructions
Select the TV Channel You Want
You can use the number buttons on the remote controlto directly select TV
channels.
And you canpress the buttons on the remote control or on the panel to make a
selection.
Sound Mode
Press S.MODE button on the remote control for menu display . For desired mode as
follows:
CUSTOM STANDARD MUSIC THEATRE
Picture Mode
Press P.MODE button on the remote control for menu display . For desired mode as
follows:
CUSTOM STANDARD MILD VIVID
Sleep
Press SLEEP button to set the time :
This feature allows you to turn off the television after a pre-selected
minutes
SLEEP OFF-SLEEP 5 MIN-SLEEP 10 MIN-
SLEEP 15 MIN-SLEEP 30 MIN-SLEEP 45 MIN-SLEEP 60 MIN-SLEEP 90 MIN-
SLEEP 120 MIN
number of
INFO
Press INFO button to display the current information.
In the digits channel of TV, press INFO button to display basic information,
press the second time to display DTV information.
GUIDE(only available indigital signal)
Press GUIDE button in digital channels to display Guide menu.(This menu is
just for you to see the information and can not be changed)
Press VOL+/VOL- to switch the page and CH+/CH- to select up and down for
you to look over.

Basic Operating Instructions
- button
Press to select additional channels (digital and analog) being broadcast by the
same station. For example, to select digital channel “11.1”, press “11”, then
press “-” and“1”; to select analog channel13.0, press 13first, then press -
and 0.(You must press- and 0when you select analog channel. If you just press
the number(eg.13), you will get digital channel)
CH.LIST button(only available indigital signal)
Press to displaythe digital program list. Press CH+/CH- to select the item and
OK button to select the channel you desired.
FAV.LIST button(only available indigital signal)
Press to displayfavorite list. Press CH+/CH- to select the item and VOL+ to
select the channels and VOL- to select NONE.
ARC button
ARC Button: Press to select between NORMAL, WIDE and ZOOM mode while
in Digital TV Mode, and NORMAL, ZOOM, 16:9 and 4:3 in AnalogTV mode.
NOTE: WIDE, 16:9and 4:3 areonly available insome models.
The aspect ratio can only be adjusted when 16:9 signal input in Digital TV mode.

Menu Operations
Video Menu Options
1. Press MENU button to display the main menu, and VOL+/VOL-to select the
main menu .
2. Press CH+/CH- to scroll through the parameters
3. Press VOL+/VOL- buttons to make changes tothe parameters
4. Press the button to exit the menuEXIT
* In this manual,the OSD (On Screen Display) may be differ from your TV
These are examplesto illustrate the TV's operation.
Press INPUT toselect the input source. The menu for each source may be
different .
Picture quality can be adjusted for any input separately .
The picture qualityon the screen can be adjustedas follows:
1. Press MENU button and VOL+/VOL- until the followingmenu appears
on the screen.
2. Press CH+/CH- button to enter the VIDEO menuand to go up and down to
select the desired option .
PC MENU
TV/AV/S-VIDEO MENU
VIDEO
BRIGHTNESS
CONTRAST
SHARPNESS
COLOR
NOISE REDUCE
TINT
VIDEO
BRIGHTNESS
CONTRAST
SHARPNESS
COLOR TEMP
30
Note: Symbols ontop of the menu in this manual may differ from the actual set display
30
30
0
COOL
50
50
0
50
MID
Only available inNTSC
system
COMPONENT MENU
VIDEO
BRIGHTNESS
CONTRAST
SHARPNESS
COLOR
H POSITION
V POSITION 30
30
30
0
0
0
0
50
Only available inanalog signal

Menu Operations
3.Press VOL+/VOL- button to increase and decrease the level to adjust the
selected option toyour preference .
4. Repeat step 2 and step 3 until desired picture quality has been achieved .
Function:
BRIGHTNESS :Adjust the brightness of the picture . By increasing the level, it
will lighten the dark parts of the picture and by decreasing the level it will
darken the lighter parts of the picture.
CONTRAST : Adjust the contrast of the picture . The contrast becomes higher as
the number increases.
SHARPNESS : Adjust the amount of the detail enhancement , the image
sharpness rises as the number increases (By increasing the level, it will show
cleaner and clearerimages and by decreasing the level, it will makethe picture
smoother).
COLOR : Press VOL+/VOL- to adjust the color
NOISE REDUCE:Adjust the quality of the picture by selecting OFF,LOW,MID,HIGH.
TINT : Adjust the tone of the picture . This will appear and can be adjusted only in
NTSC mode
COLOR TEMP : Press to select the colortemperature from WARM/NEUTRAL/COOL
H POSITION : Picture horizontal adjust
V POSITION : Picture vertical position adjust .
Video Menu Options continued
Audio Menu Options
Sound can beadjusted for any input as follows:
1. Press MENU and VOL+/VOL- button until the following menu appears on
the screen
AUDIO MODE
VOLUME
BASS
TREBLE
BALANCE
AVL
AUDIO
50
30
70
50
CUSTOM
OFF

Menu Operations
Audio Menu Options continued
You can adjust sound options to the levels you prefer.
2. Press CH+/CH- button to enter the audio menu and to go up and down to
select the desired option .
3.Press VOL+/VOL- button to increase and decrease the level to adjust the
selected option toyour preference .
4. Repeat step 2 and step 3 until desired audio quality has been achieved .
Function :
AUDIO MODE : Press VOL+/VOL- to select among CUSTOM, STANDARD,
MUSIC and THEATRE .
VOLUME :Adjust the volume of your TV
BASS :
TREBLE :
mode .
BALANCE :
AVL:
Adjust the bass of the sound . Can only be stored under CUSTOM mode .
Adjust the trebleof the sound. Can only be stored underCUSTOM
Adjust the balanceof the audio output from leftto right . When
indication value of balance increases toward 100 , sound from the left speaker
becomes weaker .When indication value of balance decreasestoward 0 ,
sound from the right speaker become weaker .
Automatic Volume Limit Control reduces the effect of high volumes by
limiting the same volume peaks across all channels .