Haier HTAF29C User manual

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Before Operation
Warning and cautions.................................................................................2
Installation................................................................................................. 4
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The remote control.................................................................................. 4
MENU functions
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Audio set up............................................................................................5
Timer set up............................................................................................6
Function
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Antenna Connection
Troubleshooting guide
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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICINGTO 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 reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to
rain or moisture.
Warning: To reduce 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 or aerosol
cleaners.
Use only adamp cloth for cleaning.
Exceptions: Some productsare designed for uninterrupted service, eg. Cable TV converters.
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 combination should
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 preventoverheating. These openings must notbe locked in an built ininstallation such as a
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilationis provided or the manufacturer instructionshave 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 batterypower 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 the outlet, try reversingthe 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 routed so that theyare not likely to 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)Lightning precaution -For added protection for this TV receiver duringa lightning stormor when it
is left unattendedfor long periodof time, unplug it from the wall outletand disconnect the
antenna or cablesystem. This will prevent damageto the TVdue to lightingand power line surges.
13)Object and liquidentry - Never pushobjects of any kind into thisTV through openingsas they
may touch dangerousvoltage point orshort out parts that could resultin a fireor electric shock.
Avoid spilling liquid of anykind on the TV.
14)Servicing - Do not attempt to service the TV by yourself, as openingor removing covers may
expose you todangerous voltage orother hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
15)Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this TV fromthe wall outletand refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power supplycord or plugis damaged or frayed.
b. Ifliquid has been spilled, or objects have beenfallen into the TV.
c. Ifthe TV has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the TV doesnot operate normallyby following the operation instructions. Adjust only those
controls that arecovered by theoperation instructions, as improper adjustment of other control
may result indamage and willoften require extensive work by aqualified technician torestore the
TV to itsnormal operation.
e. Ifthe TV has been dropped or damaged in anyway.
f. When the TVexhibits a distinctchange in performance; this indicates a need for service.
16) Replacement parts - When replacement parts arerequired, be sure the service technician uses
replacement parts specifiedby the manufacturerthat have thesame characteristics asthe original
part. Unauthorizedsubstitutions may resultin fire, electric shock, injury to persons or other hazards.
17) Safety check- Upon completionof any service of repairs to this TV, ask theservice technician to
perform routine safety checks to determine that the TVis in properoperation condition.
18) Heat -This TV productshould be situated away from heatsources such asradiators, heat
registers, stoves,or other products(Including amplifiers) thatproduce heat.
19) Modifications -Any changes ormodifications not expressly approved by theFederal
Communications.
20)Clean only witha dry cloth.
21)Do not blockany ventilation openings. Install in accordance with themanufacturer's instructions.
22)Do not installnear any hearsources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) thatproduce heat.
23)Do not defeatthe safety purposesof the polarized or grounding typeplug. A polarized plug has
two blades withone wider thanthe other. A groundingtype plug hastwo blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide bladeor the thirdprong is provided for your safety. When theprovided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consultan electrician forreplacement of the obsolete outlet.
24)Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinchedparticularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, andthe point where they exit from the apparatus.
25)Only use theattachments/accessories specified bythe manufacturer.
26)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing isrequired when theapparatus has
been damaged inany way, such as power supply cord or plug isdamaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects havefallen into theapparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rainor moisture, does
not operate normally, or hasbeen dropped.
Model number Serial number Date of purchase
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
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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
1.TV/AV: TV/AV selection
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3.VOL-: Decrease sound
4.VOL+: Increase sound
5.CH-: Select next lower channel
6.CH+: Select next higher channel
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.Menu: Access/Exit Main M (Menu)
Power Indicator
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Power: Power on/off
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Menu Functions
Video Set Up:
Pressing MENU button once will bring the VideoSet Up menuon the TV.
The following isshown on yourTV 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 toyour
preference for eachitem.
Adjustment of Picture Quality:
To adjust the picture qualityfrom the factory presetread the following:
Contrast: By increasingthe level, it will adjust white areas ofpicture and bydecreasing the level ,
it will adjustblack areas ofpicture.
Brightness: By increasingthe level, it will add more light todark parts ofthe picture and by
decreasing the level, it will add more darkto light partsof the picture.
Color: By increasingthe level, it will adjust the low and the high levelof the picture.
Sharpness: By increasingthe level, it will show cleaner and clearerimages and bydecreasing
the level, it will make picture smoother.
Tint: Youcan adjust thetint of thepicture by going into picture setup menu. By decreasing the
level, it will give red tint to skincolor and byincreasing the color it will givegreen tint to
skin color.
Color Temp : By pressingthe VOL(+/-) buttonsto select thethree setting A)Neutral, B)Warm,
C)Cool.
Contrast 70
Color 50
Sharpness 40
Tint 0
Color Temp. Neutral
Brightness 32
Video
Information to user:Thistelevision receiver is equipped with close caption decoder and
parental blocking technologyas required by the FCC.
Audio Set Up:
By pressing MENUbutton ,and thenpressing VOL(-/+) button it will bringyou to Audio
Set Up display. Youwill see thefollowing menu onyour TV screen:
Follow the procedure below toadjust the
sound quality: Audio
Volume 50
Press the VOL(+) and VOL(-) button to
increase and decreasethe level toyour
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Timer Set Up:
By pressing MENUbutton ,and thenpressing VOL(-/+) button it will bringyou to Timer
Set Up display. Youwill see thefollowing menu onyour TV screen:
Clock:
Time-On:
Ch. Select: This exclusive feature switches you toyour favorite channelat the
appropriate set time. Press VOL(+) and VOL(-) buttons to selectthe channel.
Time-Off :
Sleep Time: This feature allows you to turnoff television inpre-selected minutes (180,
170,160, ........,10 and0).
Remind time:
Ch. Switch: This feature lets you store yourfavorite channel. Once you storethe
channel number inthis function, when the settime is up, it willswitch over
to the setchannel. This feature is usedwith the Exchangefeature. Press
VOL(+) or VOL(-)button to selectthe channel.
Press CH( +/-) buttons to scroll to Clock, then press VOL (-/+) buttonsto set
the hour aftersetting the hour press CH( +/-) buttons to goto minute mode and
set by usingVOL(+/-) buttons.
Press CH( +/-) buttons to scroll to Clock, then press VOL (-/+) buttonsto
set the hour after setting thehour press CH(+/-) buttons to go to minutemode
and set byusing VOL(+/-) buttons.
Press CH( +/-) buttons to scroll to Clock, then press VOL (-/+) buttonsto
set the hour after setting thehour press CH(+/-) buttons to go to minutemode
and et byusing VOL(+/-) buttons.
Press CH( +/-) buttons to scroll to Clock, then press VOL (-/+) buttons
to set thehour after setting the hour press CH( +/-) buttonsto go to minute mode
and set byusing VOL(+/-) buttons.
Timer
AM
Time-On --:-- AM
Ch. Select 1
Time-Off --:-- AM
Sleep Time 0
Remind Time --:-- AM
Ch. Switch 1
Clock 10:18
Follow the procedure below toselect one of
the above options:
1.Press the CH(+) and CH(-) button to goup
and down themenu.
2.Press VOL (+) button or VOL (-) buttonto
select your preference.
Function Set Up:
By pressing theMENU button, and then pressingVOL-/+ button will bringyou to
Function Set Up menu. You will see thefollowing menu onyour screen:
Setup
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Background on
VNR on
AVL on
C. Caption off
Black Stretch on
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 toyour
preference for eachitem.
Follow the procedure below toselect one of
the above options:

Language: UseVOL(+/-) to select the OSD ineither English, French or Spanish.
Background: Press the VOL (+/-) buttons to select between Background ONor Background
OFF. When the Background ON functionis chosen, a moving"NO SIGNAL" sign will
be displayed ifthere is noinput signal to the set.
Black Stretch: Press VOL (+/-) buttons to turnthe Black Stretchfeature on oroff. When the
Black Stretch functionis on thescreen automatically increases the contrast range.
VNR: Press VOL (+/-) buttonsto turn theVNR function on or off. VNR isa term forVideo
Noise Reduction, a built-in device on theset that reduces video noise interference
so the vieweris assured aclear picture.
AVL: AutomaticVolume Limit control reduces effectof large volumechanges such as when the
ads come on. Press VOL(+) button orVOL(-) button toset it ON or OFF.
C.Caption: Press VOL (+/-) buttonsto select theClosed Caption options. Closed
Captioning helps thehearing impaired withthe broadcast program, as wellas helping
children learn howto read. A built indecoder displays theaudio portion ofa program
as text onthe screen whenthis option isselected.
OFF: When OFF is displayedon TV itmeans C.Caption is turned off.
CC1: When CC1displays on TV itmeans C.Caption is turned on.
CC2 to CC4:For other modes of video related broadcast information.
T1: For program guide andother information displayed by broadcasters.
(This blocks alarge portion ofthe picture on your screen).
T2 to T4:For other modes of information displayed by broadcasters.
(This blocks alarge portion ofthe picture on your screen).
Note: Select CC1 for full translation of theprimary language such asEnglish in your
area. Select CC2 for secondary languagetranslation such as Spanish or anyother
language that maybe broadcast inyour area.
Channel set up:
By pressing MENUbutton ,and thenpressing VOL-/+ button it will bring youto
Channel Set Up. Youwill 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 goup
and down themenu.
2.Press VOL (+) button or VOL (-) buttonto
select your preference.
Channel System: Press the VOL(-/+) buttons to selectthe correct channelsystem.
In general, you can setit as "AUTO" AUTO and NTSC will display in turn
Antenna: Press VOL (+) button or VOL(-) buttonto select TVor CATV.
Channel Coverage byAntenna:
Antenna Type Channel Range
VHF 2-13
UHF 14-69
CATV 1-125
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Skip :Press VOL(+) button or VOL(-) button toadd or deletethe channel from the
stored memory.
Current Ch. : Press VOL(+) button togo up andVOL (-) button to go downto set the
channel position. The display willshow the current playing channel.
Fine: If the picture and/orsound are poor, try using the FINE TUNE feature.
Do not usethis feature unlessreception is poor. Press VOL (+/-) tostart the Fine
Tune function.
Auto Program: Press VOL (+) button orVOL (-) buttonto auto programin channels.
This search automaticallyadds only theactive channels in your area tothe TV's
memory. It deletes any channelson which thereis no broadcast or a poorsignal.
Note: The Auto Search function will scan thechannels on theselected antenna
input. If the TV isconnected to cable, please selectCable under Antenna.
Calendar:
Your TVhas been designed with a calendar. By pressingMENU button ,andthen
pressing VOL-/+ button it will bring youto Calendar. Youwill see thefollowing
display on TVscreen.
Calendar
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OCT
Follow the procedure below to adjust the Calendar:
1. +/- buttonsPress the CH to select theyear
item, the month item or the date item.
2. Press the VOL-/+buttons to change
calendar setup (1901.1.1-2099.12.31).
3. Press EXIT button to exit the calendarmode.
V-CHIP SetUP:
Press the MENU Button on your remote controlto go to Password menu, then input
the password (0000). It will bringParental 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 blockcertain TV channels in accordance tothe V-CHIP
requirement established bythe FCC.
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To set the V-CHIPfunction:
Select the TVRating option. You will see theTV Rating menu on yourTV screen:
1.Press CH(+/-) button to go up and down
the menu.
2. Press VOL(+/-) button to go into TV
Rating and Movie Rating menus.
3.Press MENU button to set the Parent
lock ON andParent lock OFF.
When TV ratingis selected, you will see
the following ratingtable on yourTV screen.
When Movie ratingis selected, you will see the following ratingtable on yourTV screen.
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 the PARENT LOCK
is in "OFF"mode then V-CHIP function will not be activeto accept theV-CHIP
signal.
PARENT LOCK ON means the lock functionis turned on. If the lock is inthe "ON"
mode then V-CHIP function isactivated to accept the V-CHIPsignal.
Password
The "Default Password" preset by the manufacturer is"0000" . Ifyou want to change
the preset passwordto your ownpassword, just choose any fourdigits that canbe
easily remembered andset. Once you set password for a particularchannel, that
channel will beblocked. This channel can onlybe accessed withthe password.
LOCK Menu
AV LOCK:When it is set ON,you can not use the AV.
PROGRAM LOCK:Whenit is set ON,the current channel is locked,you can 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" .
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V-Chip Technology:
The "V-ChipTechnology" allow you to useU.S. and Canada Moviesand TV
PROGRAMS Guide ratingsto block certaintypes of TVprograms and movies.
To understand clearly about TVprograms rating codes, read thefollowing list:
U.S. TV Program Ratings
NR: Not Rated-this means that programs arenot rated or rating does notapply.
TV-Y:For all children-this type of rated programsare designed fora very young audience,
including children fromages 2-6.
TV-Y7:Directedfor older children- this type of rated programsmay include mildphysical
violence, or may frighten childrenunder the ageof 7.
TV-G:General Audience-this type of rated programscontains little orno violence, no strong
language, and little or nosexual dialogue andsituations.
TV-PG:ParentalGuidance Suggested-this type of rated programs may containlimited violence,
some suggestive sexualdialogue and situations, and rarelanguage.
TV-14:Parents strongly cautioned-this type of ratedprograms may containsexual content,
strong language andmore intense violence.
TV-MA:Mature audience only-this type of ratedprograms may contain sexual violence,
explicit sexual contentand profane language.
FV: This type of ratedprograms contains Fantasy and cartoon violence.
Violence: This type of rated programs contains violence.
S: This type of rated programs contains sex.
L: This type of rated programs contains offensive language.
D: This type of rated programs contains dialogue with sexual content.
To understand clearly about moviesrating codes, read the followinglist:
U.S. Movies Rating Chart
NR: This means movie is not rated yet. It ispending government ratingapproval.
G:General Audience-this type of movierating means allages admitted tosee the movie.
PG-13:Parents StronglyCautioned - this type of movierating means somematerial
may not beappropriate for childrenunder13.
R:Restricted- This type of movierating means childrenunder 17 ofage requires to
be with parentor guardian.
NC-17:This type ofmovie rating meansno one 17 and under admitted.
X:This type of movie rating means adults only.
To understand clearly about Canadianprograms rating codes, read thefollowing list:
Canadian English Rating Chart
E:Exempt - this type ofrated programs containnews, sports, documentaries, talk
shows, music videos, and a variety ofother programs.
C:This type of rated programs are intended for children under age8. There isno
offensive language, nudity or sexualcontent.
C8+:This type ofrated programs generallyconsidered acceptable forchildren 8
years and over. There is no profanity, nudity or sexual content.
G: This type of rated programs are generallysuitable for allaudiences.
PG: ParentalGuidance Suggested -inthis type ofrated programs, some material
may not besuitable for children.
14+:In this typeof rated programs, some contentmay not be suitable for viewers
under the ageof 14.Parents are strongly cautionednot to havetheir children
view 14+ ratedprograms by pre-teens and earlyteens.
18:Adults Only-this type of ratedprograms are onlyfor adult viewersonly.
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UHF: 14-69 CATV: 1-125
VHF: 2-13
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