Haier HTN24R12 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
Calendar
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Antenna Connection
Troubleshooting guide
set up.......................................................................................6
set up.......................................................................................7
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V-CHIP set up..........................................................................................8
Others
Warranty ................................................................................................ 12
Specifications ...........................................................................................13
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, always exercise
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 shouldbe followed.
3) Cleaning- Unplug TV from the wall outletbefore cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners oraerosol
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 suchcases, 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 aswimming pool.
6)Accessories - Donot place this TV on anunstable cart, stand,tripod, bracket or table. The TVmay
fall causing seriousinjury to someone, and serious damageto the appliance.Use only with a 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 usea
mounting accessory recommendedby the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combinationshould
be moved withcare. Quick stops, excessive force, anduneven surface maycause the appliance and
Cart combination tooverturn.
7) Ventilation- Slots and openings in thecabinet and the back or bottom are provided forventilation
and to ensureoverheating. These openings must notbe locked in an built ininstallation such 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 power sources indicated onthe
electrical nameplate. Ifyou are not sure of thetype of thepower supply to your home, consultyour
appliance dealer orlocal power company. For TV`s intended to operate from batterypower or other
source, refer tothe operation instructions.
9)Grounding or polarization- This TV is equipped witha polarized alternatingcurrent line plug (a
plug having oneblade wider than the other is).This plug willfit into the power outlet onlyone way.
This is safetyfeature. If you are unable toinsert the plugfully into the outlet, try reversingthe plug. If
the plug shouldstill fail to fit, contact yourelectrician to replaceyour outlet. Don`t defeat the safety
purpose of thepolarized plug.
10)Power cordprotection - Power supply cordsshould be routed so that theyare not likelyto be
walked on orpinched by items placed upon oragainst them, payingparticular attention to cords 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
the grounding electrode.(Fig. A)

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12)Lighting precaution -For added protection for thisTV receiver during a lighting stormor when it
is left unattendedfor long period of time, unplugit from thewall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cablesystem. This will prevent damage tothe TV dueto lighting and power line surges.
13)Object and liquidentry - Never push objects ofany kind intothis TV through openings as they
May touch dangerousvoltage point or short out partsthat could resultin a fire or electric shock.
Avoid spilling liquidof any kind on the TV.
14)Servicing - Donot attempt to service the TVby yourself, as opening orremoving covers may
expose you todangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicingto qualified service
personnel.
15)Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this TV fromthe wall outletand 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 intothe TV.
c. If theTV has been exposed to rainor water.
d. If theTV does not operate normally byfollowing the operationinstructions. Adjust only those
controls that arecovered by the operation instructions, asimproper adjustment ofother control
may result indamage and will often require extensivework by aqualified technician to restore the
TV to itsnormal operation.
e. If theTV has been dropped or damagedin any way.
f. When the TV exhibitsa distinct changein performance; this indicates a needfor service.
16) Replacement parts - When replacement parts arequired, be surethe service technician uses
replacement parts specifiedby the manufacturer that the samecharacteristic as theoriginal part.
unauthorized substitutions mayresult in fire, electric shock, injuryto persons orother hazards.
17) Safety check- Upon completion of any serviceof repairs tothis TV, ask theservice technician to
perform routine safetychecks to determine that the TVis in properoperation condition.
18) Heat -This TV product should be situatedaway from heatsources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, orother products (Including amplifiers) that produceheat.
19) Modifications -Any changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by theFederal
Comunications.
20)Clean only witha dry cloth.
21)Do not blockany ventilation openings. Install in accordancewith the manufacturer'sinstructions.
22)Do not installnear any hear sources such asradiators, heat registers,stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) thatproduce heat.
23)Do not defeatthe safety purposes of the polarizedor grounding typeplug. A polarized plug has
two blades withone wider than the other. A groundingtype plug has two blades anda third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the thirdprong is providedfor your safety. When the provided
plug does not fit into youroutlet, consult an electrician for replacementof the obsoleteoutlet.
24)Protect the power cord frombeing walked onor pinched particularly at 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 whenthe apparatus has
been damaged inany way, such as power supply cordor plug isdamaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects havefallen into the apparatus, the apparatushas been exposedto rain or moisture, 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

POWER
VIDEO L-AUDIO-R EARPHONE
MENU
VOLUME
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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. MTS/SAP MTS/SAP 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. MTS/SAP MTS/SAP selection
10. MUTE: Press key to Activate/deactivate Mute Function
11. P.STD:
12. DISPLAY: Display receiving channel
13.EXIT
1. V-IN: Video Input
2.A-IN(L/R): Audio Input
3. Earphone
4. Menu: Access/Exit Main M (Menu)
5. VOL-: Decrease sound
6. VOL+: Increase sound
7. CH-: Select next lower channel
8.CH+: Select next higher channel
9.Power: Power on/off
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Power Indicator
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MTS/SAP
EXIT
MUTE
P.STD
DISPLAY
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MENU CH+
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Menu Functions
Video Set Up:
Pressing MENU button once willbring the VideoSet Up menu on 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 ofpicture and by decreasing the level ,
it will adjustblack areas of picture.
Brightness: By increasingthe level, it will add morelight to darkparts of the picture and by
decreasing the level,itwill add more dark to lightparts of thepicture.
Color: By increasingthe level. It will adjust thelow and thehigh level of the picture.
Sharpness: By increasingthe level, it will show cleanerand clearer imagesand by decreasing
the level, itwill make picture smoother.
Hue: You can adjustthe tint of the picture bygoing into pictureset up menu. By decreasing the
level, it willgive red tint to skin colorand by increasingthe color it will give greentint to
skin color.
Color Temp : Bypressing the VOL(+/-) buttons toselect the three setting 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 willbring you to Audio
Set Up display. You will see the following menu on 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 willbring you to Timer
Set Up display. You will see the following menu on your TVscreen:
Clock:
Time-On:
Ch. Select: Thisexclusive feature switches you to yourfavorite channel atthe
appropriate set time.Press VOL(+) and VOL(-) buttons to selectthe channel.
Time-Off :
Sleep Time: This feature allowsyou to turn off television inpre-selected minutes (180,
170,160, ........,10 and0).
Remind time:
Ch. Switch: Thisfeature lets you store your favoritechannel. Once youstore the
channel number inthis function, when the set timeis up, itwill switch over
to the setchannel. This feature is used withthe Exchange feature.Press
VOL(+) or VOL(-) button to select the channel.
Press CH( +/-) buttons toscroll to Clock,then press VOL (-/+) buttons to set
the hour aftersetting the hour press CH( +/-)buttons to goto minute mode and
set by usingVOL(+/-) buttons.
Press CH( +/-) buttons toscroll to Clock,then press VOL (-/+) buttons to
set the hourafter setting the hour press CH(+/-) buttons togo to minute mode
and set byusing VOL(+/-) buttons.
Press CH( +/-) buttons toscroll to Clock,then press VOL (-/+) buttons to
set the hourafter setting the hour press CH(+/-) buttons togo to minute mode
and et byusing VOL(+/-) buttons.
Press CH( +/-) buttons toscroll to Clock,then press VOL (-/+) buttons
to set thehour after setting the hour pressCH( +/-) buttonsto go to minute 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 goup
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 youto
Function Set Up menu. You will seethe following menu on your screen:
Setup
Language English
Background on
VNR on
C. Caption off
Demo Mode
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 to your
preference for eachitem.
Follow the procedure below toselect one of
the above options:

Language: Use VOL(+/-) to select the OSD in either English,French orSpanish.
Background: Press the VOL (+/-) buttons toselect between Background ON or Background
OFF. When theBackground ON function is chosen, amoving"NO SIGNAL" signwill
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 turnthe VNR function on or off. VNR is a term for Video
Noise Reduction, a built-in device on the set that reducesvideo noise interference
so the vieweris assured a clear picture.
C.Caption: Press VOL (+/-) buttons to selectthe Closed Caption options. Closed
Captioning helps thehearing impaired with the broadcast program,as well ashelping
children learn howto read. A built in decoderdisplays the audioportion of a program
as text onthe screen when this option isselected.
OFF: When OFF is displayedon TV meansC.Caption is turned off.
CC1: When CC1displayson TV means C.Caption is turnedon.
CC2 to CC4:For other modes of videorelated broadcast information.
T1: For program guide andother information displayedby broadcasters.
(This blocks alarge portion of the picture onyour screen).
T2 to T4:For other modes of informationdisplayed by broadcasters.
(This blocks alarge portion of the picture onyour screen).
Note: Select CC1for full translation of the primarylanguage such asEnglish in your
area. Select CC2for secondary language translation such asSpanish or anyother
language that maybe broadcast in your area.
Demo mode: Thiswill display the main functions ofthe TV set.
Channel set up:
By pressing MENUbutton ,and then pressing VOL-/+button it will bring you to
Channel Set Up.You will see thefollowing display onTV 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 to select the correctchannel system.
In general, youcan set itas "AUTO" AUTO,NTSC and NTSC443 will
display in turn
Antenna: Press VOL (+) button or VOL(-) button toselect TV or 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 to add or delete thechannel 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 using the 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 tothe TV's
memory. It deletes anychannels on which there is nobroadcast or apoor signal.
Note: The AutoSearch function will scan the channelson the selectedantenna
input. If theTV is connected to cable, pleaseselect Cable underAntenna.
Calendar:
Your TV has beendesigned with a calendar. By pressing MENUbutton ,and then
pressing VOL-/+ button it willbring you toCalendar. You will see thefollowing
display on TVscreen.
Calendar
OCT
OCT
OCT
2001 11 14
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 calendarmode.
V-CHIP SetUP:
Press the MENU Button onyour remote controlto go to Password menu,then input
the password (0000). It will bringParental Lock set up display on the screen. 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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Toset the V-CHIP function:
Select the TVRating option. Youwill see the TV Rating menu on yourTV screen:
1.Press CH(+/-) button to goup and down
the menu.
2. Press VOL(+/-) button to go intoTV
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
TV-Y
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TV-G
TV-PG
TV-14
TV-MA
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U U U U
U U U U
U U U
U
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U
When Movie ratingis selected, you will see thefollowing rating tableon your TV screen.
MPAARating
G U
PG U
R U
NC-17 U
X U
PG-B 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 theV-CHIP
signal.
PARENT LOCK ON meansthe lock function is turned on.If the lock is in the"ON"
mode then V-CHIP function is activated to acceptthe V-CHIP signal.
Password
The "Default Password" preset bythe manufacturer is "0000" . Ifyou want to change
the preset passwordto your own password, just chooseany four digitsthat can be
easily remembered andset. Once you set password fora particular channel,that
channel will beblocked. This channel can only beaccessed with thepassword.
LOCK Menu
AV LOCK:When it is setON,you can not use theAV.
PROGRAM LOCK:When it is set ON,the currentchannel 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' .

V-Chip Technology:
The "V-Chip Technology" allow youto use U.S. And Canada Movies andTV
PROGRAMS Guide ratingsto block certain types of TVprograms and movies.
Tounderstand clearly about TV programs ratingcodes, read thefollowing list:
U.S. TV Program Ratings
NR: Not Rated-this means that programs are notrated or ratingdoes not apply.
TV-Y:For all children-thistype of rated programs are designedfor a veryyoung audience,
including children fromages 2-6.
TV-Y7:Directed for older children - thistype of ratedprograms may include comedic violence
of mild physical,or may frighten children under theage of 7.
TV-G:General Audience-this typeof rated programscontains little or no violence, nostrong
language, and littleor no sexual dialogue and situations.
TV-PG:ParentalGuidance Suggested-this type of rated programsmay contain limitedviolence,
some suggestive sexualdialogue and situations, and rare language.
TV-14:Parents strongly cautioned-this type of ratedprograms may containsexual content,
strong language andmore intense violence.
TV-MA:Mature audienceonly-this type of rated programs may contain sexualviolence,
explicit sexual contentand profane language.
FV: This type of rated programs containFantasy 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 followinglist:
U.S. Movies Rating Chart
NR: This meansmovie is not rated yet. Itis pending governmentrating approval.
G:General Audience-this type of movie ratingmeans all ages admitted to seethe 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 ofage 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 thefollowing 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 childrenunder 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 or sexual content.
G: This type of rated programsgenerally suitable forall audiences.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested -inthis type ofrated programs, some material
may not be suitable for children.
14+:In this typeof rated programs, some content maynot be suitablefor viewers
under the ageof 14.Parents are strongly cautionednot to havetheir children
view 14+ rated programs by pre-teensand early teens.
18:Adults Only-this type of rated programs are onlyfor adult viewersonly.
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Warranty Information

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VHF: 2-13
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