LG 22MN42B User manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
LED TV
22MN42B
Please read this manual carefully before operating the your TV
and retain it for future reference.
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LG LED TV applies LCD screen with LED backlights.

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CONTENTS
CONTENTS
4ASSEMBLING AND
PREPARING
4 Unpacking
5 Parts and buttons
6 Lifting and moving the TV
6 Setting up the TV
6 - Attaching the Stand Base
6 - Detaching the Stand Base and Body
7 - Mounting on a table
12 - Mounting on a wall
14 REMOTE CONTROL
16 WATCHING TV
16 Connecting an antenna or cable
16 - Connecting an antenna or basic cable
16 - Connecting with a cable box
17 Accessing the TV for the first time
18 Watching TV
18 Managing programmes
18 - Automatically setting up programmes
18 - Manually setting up programmes
18 - Editing your programme list
19 - Selecting the programme list
19 - Favourite programme setup
20 Using additional options
20 - Adjusting aspect ratio
21 - Using the input list
21 - On-screen menu language
21 - Locking the buttons on the TV
22 CONNECTING TO A PC
22 RGB connection
23 Adjusting the screen
23 - Selecting an image mode
23 - Customizing image options
24 - Customizing PC display options
24 Adjusting the sound
24 - Selecting an sound mode
24 - Customizing sound options
25 ENTERTAINMENT
25 Using integrated media features
25 - Connecting USB storage devices
26 - Browsing files
27 - Viewing Photos
28 - Listening to Music
30 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS
30 Accessing main menus
31 Customizing settings
31 - SETUP settings
32 - PICTURE settings
34 - AUDIO settings
36 - TIME settings
37 - OPTION settings
38 - USB settings
39 MAKING CONNECTIONS
39 Connection overview
41 Connecting to a Camcorder, Camera, HD
receiver, DVD, VCR player or Gaming
device
41 - HDMI connection
41 - Composite connection
41 Connecting to a USB
42 TELETEXT
42 Switch On/Off
42 Simple Text
42 - Page selection
42 - Programming a colour button in LIST
mode

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CONTENTS
43 Top Text
43 - Block / Group / Page Selection
43 - Direct Page Selection
43 Fastext
43 - Page selection
44 Special Teletext Function
45 MAINTENANCE
45 Screen and frame
45 Cabinet and stand
45 Power cord
46 TROUBLESHOOTING
46 General
47 PC mode
49 SPECIFICATIONS
51 LICENSES

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING
Unpacking
Check your product box for the following items. If there are any missing accessories, contact the local
dealer where you purchased your product. The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product
and accessories.
yDo not use any pirated items to ensure the safety and product life span.
yAny damages or injuries by using pirated items are not covered by the warranty.
yThe accessories supplied with your product may vary depending on the model.
yProduct specifications or contents in this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade
of product functions.
CAUTION
NOTE
Remote control and Batteries
Stand base
Power Cord
CD(Owner's Manual) / Card
AC-DC Adapter External Battery
D-SUB Cable
DC-IN
HDMI
RGB IN (PC)
AV IN
VIDEO
(MONO)
AUDIO
L
R
USB 5 V
0.5 A
(see.p 8)(see.p 8)(see.p 8)

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yYou can set the Standby Light to on or off by selecting OPTION in the main menus.
yLocal keys work on Power, Programme, Volume and Input only.
NOTE
Parts and buttons
button Description
MODE " " Selects the mode.(Programme ☞Volume ☞ INPUT)
Programme Scrolls through the saved programmes.
Volume Adjust the volume level.
INPUT Changes the input source.
, Adjusts the mode button level.
DC-IN
HDMI
RGB IN (PC)
AV IN
VIDEO
(MONO)
AUDIO
L
R
USB 5 V
0.5 A
Remote Control
Sensor
Connection panel (see.p 39)
yStandby Light
»Lighting On: Turned off
»Lighting Off: Turned on
y(Power Button)

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Lifting and moving the TV
When moving or lifting the TV, read the following to
prevent the TV from being scratched or damaged
and for save transportation regardless of its type
and size.
Setting up the TV
Attaching the Stand Base
1Place the TV with the screen side down on a
flat and cushioned surface.
Avoid touching the screen at all times, as this
may result in damage to the screen or some
of the pixels used to create images.
Lay a foam mat or soft protective cloth
on the surface to protect the screen from
damage.
CAUTION
CAUTION
yIt is recommended to move the TV in the
box or packing material that the TV originally
came in.
yBefore moving or lifting the TV, disconnect
the power cord and all cables.
yHold the top and bottom of the TV frame
firmly. Make sure not to hold the transparent
part, speaker, or speaker grill area.
yWhen holding the TV, the screen should face
away from you to prevent the screen from
scratches.
yWhen transporting the TV, do not expose the
TV to jolts or excessive vibration.
yWhen transporting the TV, keep the TV
upright, never turn the TV on its side, or tilt
towards the left or right.
Detaching the Stand Base and
Body
1Place the TV with the screen side down on a
flat and cushioned surface.
2Lift up the latch at the bottom of the Stand
Base and detach the Stand Base from the TV.
2Insert the Stand Base into the product.

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Mounting on a table
1Lift and tilt the TV into its upright position on a
table.
Leave a 10 cm (minimum) space from the wall
for proper ventilation.
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
yIt's a head fixed model
and prohibited from
adjusting the angle.
yIf you try to adjust the
angle forcibly, It can be
damaged.
WARNING
yDo not carry the monitor upside-down
as this may cause it to fall off its stand,
resulting in damage or injury.
yThe illustration shows a general example
of installation and may look different from
the actual product.
CAUTION

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CAUTION
yUncertified batteries may explode.
yEnsure the power is off before changing the
battery pack.
yDanger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent
type.
yBattery shall not be exposed to excessive
heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Use batteries certified and acknowledged by LG
Electronics IncTM.
yBefore first-using with “Battery only mode”, it
is recommend to connect AC-DC adapter to
charge the battery.
yDisconnect AC-DC Adapter output Cable
from Battery input Jack and connect Battery
Output Cable to Monitor System Power input
Jack.
yDuring discharging, indicator LED turn on
with Orange color.
yThe using time is about 1hr at room
temperature from full charged state.
yIf the system go into Power saving mode, the
indicator LED turn off.
(3) Battery Only Mode
yConnect AC-DC Adapter output Cable to
Monitor System Power input Jack directly.
(2) AC-DC Adapter Only Mode
yConnect AC-DC Adapter output Cable to
Battery input Jack and connect Battery
Output Cable to Monitor System Power input
Jack.
yDuring Charging, indicator LED turn on with
Orange color.
yThe required charging time is about 5hr at
room temperature.
yAfter Charging done, indicator LED turn on
with Green color to show it full charged state.
2Battery Connection Method.
(1) AC-DC Adapter with Battery Mode
1
4
2
3
1
1
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yDo not short-circuit the battery.
yKeep the battery out of reach of children.
yA visible swelling of the battery pack
indicates a possible danger. When this
occurs, contact your local vendor or service
centre immediately.
yUse only a certified and designated
recharger.
yKeep the battery pack away from heat.
(Never put it in a microwave.)
yDo not leave inside a car under the summer
heat.
yDo not leave or use at a hot and humid place
like a sauna.
yDo not use the machine placed on a heating
blanket or other heat reserving materials.
yDo not leave the machine turned on inside a
closed space.
yMake sure that the power ports are not
touched by any metallic objects like a key,
coin, necklace, and watch.
yUse only a lithium secondary battery
certified and guaranteed by mobile device
manufactures.
yDo not disassemble or modify the battery. Do
not compress or pierce the battery.
yDo not apply shock to the battery. For
example, do not drop the battery from a high
place.
yMaintain the room temperature between
32.00 oF and 140.00 oF. Do not expose the
LCD TV to temperature that exceed more
than 140.00 oF.
yKeep the machine dry.
yWhen you are not using the battery, remove
it from the LCD TV. When you haven't used
the battery for a long time, discharge and
recharge it a few times before using it.
yDo not discard the battery arbitrarily as you
are requested to follow the local procedure
for discarding the battery.
yBefore using this machine, read this guide
carefully.
The battery may explode due to excessive heat,
causing fire. For a safe and efficient use of
battery, follow the below directions.
WARNING

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In the battery mode
When power supply is unavailable, power is
supplied from the battery automatically.
Enter the Battery mode
The battery icon disappears after 5 seconds.
It reappears when the battery level changes.
The brightness of the screen is adjusted.
The volume is limited to 50.
yIn battery mode, the Picture Mode is disabled.
NOTE
1
2
3
50
1
2
3
iBattery is discharged.
TV will turn off.

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Status Time and Display
Charging1About 5 hours (at Room Temperature)
Standard Usage
Hours
About 1 hour (at Room Temperature)
Battery Level
Indicator2
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 43
Using the Kensington security systemBattery using time information
The Kensington security system connector is
located at the back of the TV. For more information
of installation and using, refer to the manual
supplied with the Kensington security system or
visit http://www.kensington.com .
Connect the Kensington security system cable
between the TV and a table.
The Kensington security system is optional.
You can obtain additional accessories from
most electronics stores.
yCharge the battery fully when you first use
the TV.
yStandard usage hours given in the manual
is based on measurements taken by LG; the
actual time may vary depending on usage.
yBattery usage time may vary depending
on broadcast type, operating temperature,
period of use and user preferences.
yAs the battery is consumable, its lifetime
gradually decreases. When the battery’s
life is reduced by half, replace it with a new
battery from an LG Electronics customer
center.
yThe battery charging can be stopped if the
battery inside temperature is out of range of
0~45°C. The battery inside temperature can
be different with atmosphere temperature.
NOTE
NOTE
1The battery is automatically recharged when it
is connected to AC-DC Adapter.
2The battery level can be checked in battery
mode.
3It shows that 1-3 minutes are left. (Actual time
may vary.)

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Mounting on a wall
For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 10
cm on each side and from the wall. Detailed
installation instructions are available from your
dealer, see the optional Tilt Wall Mounting Bracket
Installation and Setup Guide.
If you intend to mount the TV to a wall, attach Wall
mounting interface (optional parts) to the back of
the set.
When you install the TV using the wall mounting
interface (optional parts), attach it carefully so it
will not drop.
1Please, Use the screw and wall mount interface
in accordance with VESA Standards.
2If you use screw longer than standard, the TV
might be damaged internally.
3If you use incorrect screw, the product might be
damaged and drop from mounted position. In
this case, LG Electronics is not responsible for
it.
4VESA compatible only with respect to screw
mounting interface dimensions and mounting
screw specifications.
Model 22MN42B
VESA (A x B) 75 x 75
Standard screw M4
Number of screws 4
Wall mount bracket
(optional)
RW120
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
5Please use VESA standard as below.
y784.8 mm (30.9 inch) and under
* Wall Mount Pad Thickness : 2.6 mm
* Screw : Φ4.0 mm x Pitch 0.7 mm x
Length 10 mm
y787.4 mm (31.0 inch) and above
* Please use VESA standard wall mount pad
and screws.
A
B
yVESA (A x B)

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yDisconnect the power cord first, and then
move or install the TV. Otherwise electric
shock may occur.
yIf you install the TV on a ceiling or slanted
wall, it may fall and result in severe
injury. Use an authorized LG wall mount
and contact the local dealer or qualified
personnel.
yDo not over tighten the screws as this may
cause damage to the TV and void your
warranty.
yUse the screws and wall mounts that
meet the VESA standard. Any damages
or injuries by misuse or using an improper
accessory are not covered by the warranty.
yUse the screws that are listed on the VESA
standard screw specifications.
yThe wall mount kit includes an installation
manual and necessary parts.
yThe wall mount bracket is optional. You can
obtain additional accessories from your local
dealer.
yThe length of screws may differ depending
on the wall mount. Be sure to use the proper
length.
yFor more information, refer to the
instructions supplied with the wall mount.
CAUTION
NOTE

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REMOTE CONTROL
REMOTE CONTROL
The descriptions in this manual are based on the buttons of the remote control.
Please read this manual carefully and use the TV correctly.
To replace batteries, open the battery cover, replace batteries (1.5 V AAA) matching
and ends to the label inside the compartment, and close the battery cover.
To remove the batteries, perform the installation actions in reverse.
Make sure to point the remote control to the remote control sensor on the TV.
CAUTION
Do not mix old and new batteries, as this may
damage the remote control.
INPUT
POWER
TV/PC
MUTE PSM
LIST Q.VIEW
MENU EXIT
HOLD
ARC/MARK
USBVOL -USBVOL +
OK
PR
PR
VOL VOL
SSM I/II
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
SIZE MIX TIME
TEXT
REVEAL INDEX MODE UPDATE
(POWER)
Turns the TV on or off.
MUTE
Mutes all sounds.
TV/PC
Selects TV or PC mode.
PSM
Recalls your preferred picture
setting.
LIST (see.p 19)
Displays the programme
table.
INPUT (see.p 21)
Selects the input mode.
Number buttons
Enters numbers.
I/II (see.p 35)
Selects the sound output.
SSM
Recalls your preferred sound
setting.
Q.VIEW
Returns to the previously
viewed programme.
INPUT
POWER
TV/PC
MUTE PSM
LIST Q.VIEW
MENU EXIT
HOLD
ARC/MARK
USBVOL-USBVOL+
OK
PR
PR
VOL VOL
SSM I/II
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
SIZE MIX TIME
TEXT
REVEAL INDEX MODE UPDATE

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REMOTE CONTROL
INPUT
POWER
TV/PC
MUTE PSM
LIST Q.VIEW
MENU EXIT
HOLD
ARC/MARK
USBVOL -USBVOL +
OK
PR
PR
VOL VOL
SSM I/II
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
SIZE MIX TIME
TEXT
REVEAL INDEX MODE UPDATE
MENU (see.p 30)
Accesses the main menus
or saves your input and exit
menus.
Coloured buttons
These buttons are used for
teletext (on TELETEXT
models only) , Programme edit.
USB Menu control buttons
USB menu(Music List).
EXIT
Clears all on-screen displays
and returns to TV viewing
from any menu.
INPUT
POWER
TV/PC
MUTE PSM
LIST Q.VIEW
MENU EXIT
HOLD
ARC/MARK
USBVOL -USBVOL+
OK
PR
PR
VOL VOL
SSM I/II
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
SIZE MIX TIME
TEXT
REVEAL INDEX MODE UPDATE
Q
M
E
NU
E
XIT
H
O
L
D
ARC
/
MAR
K
US
BV
O
L
-
US
BV
O
L
+
OK
PR
PR
V
OL
VOL
S
IZE
MIX
TIME
T
E
XT
REVEAL INDEX MODE UPDATE
Programme
Selects a programme.
yIf you lose Remote Control then you need to purchase replacement unit as only the POWER/
CHANNEL/VOLUME and INPUT keys operate on Front TV Panel.
NOTE
VOL
Adjusts the volume level.
Navigation buttons
Scrolls through menus or
options.
OK
Selects menus or options and
confirms your input.
Teletext buttons (see.p 42)
These buttons are used for
teletext. For further details,
see the ‘Teletext’ section.
USB VOL(Only USB Mode)
Adjusts the USB volume
level.
ARC(see.p 20)
Selects your desired picture
format.
MARK
Check and un-check files in
the USB menu.

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WATCHING TV
WATCHING TV
Connecting an antenna or
cable
Connect an antenna, cable, or cable box to watch
TV referring to the following. The illustrations may
differ from the actual accessories and an RF cable
is optional.
Connecting an antenna or basic
cable
Connect the TV to a wall antenna socket with an
RF cable (75 ohm).
Connecting with a cable box
Connect the TV to a cable box and the cable box
to a wall antenna socket with 2 RF cables (75
ohm).
yUse a signal splitter to use more than 2 TVs.
yIf the image quality is poor, install a signal
amplifier properly to improve the image
quality.
yIf the image quality is poor with an antenna
connected, aim the antenna to the proper
direction.
yVisit
http://AntennaWeb.org for more
information about the antenna and cable
connection.
NOTE
yMake sure not to bend the copper wire of
the RF cable.
yComplete all connections instructions
between devices, and then connect the
power cord to the power outlet to prevent
damages to your TV.
CAUTION
Copper wire
(Not Provided)
(Not Provided)

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WATCHING TV
Accessing the TV for the
first time
When you access the TVt for the first time, the
initial setting screen appears. Select a language
and customize the basic settings.
1Connect the power cord to a power outlet.
2Press on the TV to turn the TV on.
The Standby Light lighting is turned off.
yYou can also switch the TV from PC
mode to TV mode, press TV/PC.
yYou can also access Factory Reset by
accessing OPTION in the main menus.
yIf you do not operate the TV within
40 seconds when the setting menu
screen appears, the setting menus will
disappear.
NOTE
NOTE
NOTE
NOTE
When the TV is in Power saving mode, the
Standby Light lighting blinks.
yTo display images in the best quality for
your home environment, select Home
Use mode.
yStore Demo mode is suitable for the
retail environment.
yIf you select Store Demo mode, the
previously customized settings will switch
to the default settings of Store Demo in 5
minutes.
If you do not complete the initial setting, it
will appear whenever you access the TV.
3The initial setting screen appears if you access
the TV for the first time.
4Follow the on-screen instructions to customize
your TV according to your preferences.
Language

Mode Setting

Auto Tuning
Selects Home Use for
the home environment.
Selects a language for
the display.
Scans and saves
available programmes
automatically.
5When the basic settings are complete, press
OK.
6To turn the TV off, press on the TV.
The Standby Light turns on.
Disconnect the power cord from the power
outlet when you do not use the TV for a long
period of time.
CAUTION

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WATCHING TV
Watching TV
1Press on the Remote control or on the
TV to turn the TV on.
2Press INPUT and select Antenna.
3Control the TV using the following buttons and
menus while you are watching TV.
Managing programmes
Automatically setting up
programmes
Use this to automatically find and store all available
programmes.
1Press MENU to access the main menus.
2Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to
SETUP and press OK.
3Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to
Auto Tuning and press OK.
4Select Yes to start automatic tuning.
The TV scans and saves available programmes
automatically.
5When you are finished, press EXIT.
When you return to the previous menu, press
MENU.
Button / Menu Description
PR(
,
) Scrolls through the saved
programmes
0 - 9 Selects a programme by entering
numbers
VOL (
,
)Adjusts the volume level
MUTE Mutes all sounds
PSM Selects one of the preset image
modes (see.p 32)
SSM Selects one of the preset audio
modes. (see.p 34)
ARC Resizes an image (see.p 20)
4To turn the TV off, Press on the Remote
control or on the TV.
Manually setting up programmes
Manual Tuning lets you manually tune and arrange
the stations in whatever order you desire.
1Press MENU to access the main menus.
2Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to
SETUP and press OK.
3Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to
Manual Tuning and press OK.
4Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to
TV System.
5Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to
V/UHF or Cable.
6Press the Navigation buttons or Number
buttons to scroll Select the desired channel
number.
7Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to
Commence searching.
8Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to
Store and press OK
9When you are finished, press EXIT.
When you return to the previous menu, press
MENU.
Editing your programme list
1Press MENU to access the main menus.
2Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to
SETUP and press OK.
3Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to
Programme Edit and press OK.
4Edit programmes using the following buttons.
Button Description
Navigation Scrolls through programme types
or programmes
OK Selects a programme to view
Colour
Button
Adds or deletes a programme.
The deleted programme displays
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WATCHING TV
Displaying programme LIST
Selecting the programme list
You can check which programmes are stored in
the memory by displaying the programme list.
1Press LIST button to access the Programme
List.
2When you are finished, press MENU or EXIT.
NOTE
yYou may find some blue programmes.
These have been set up to be skipped by
auto programming or in the programme
edit mode.
ySome programmes with the channel
number shown in the programme
LIST indicate there is no station name
assigned.
Selecting a programme in the programme list
1Press the Navigation buttons to programme.
2Switch to the chosen programme number,
press OK.
Favourite programme is a convenient feature that
lets you quikly scan up to programmes of your
choice without having to wait for the TV to scan
through all the in-between programmes.
1Press MENU to access the main menus.
2Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to
SETUP and press OK.
3Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to
Programme Edit and press OK.
4Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to
Programme you want and press GREEN
button.
5When you are finished, press EXIT.
When you return to the previous menu, press
MENU.
Favourite programme setup
NOTE
yThis will automatically include the
selected programme into your favourite
programme list.
Selecting favourite programme
Displaying the favourite programme list
1Press Green button to access the Favourite
Programme List.
2When you are finished, press MENU or EXIT.

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WATCHING TV
- 16:9: The following selection will allow you
to adjust the picture horizontally, in linear
proportion, to fill the entire screen(useful for
viewing 4:3 formatted DVDs).
- Just Scan: Following Selection will lead to you
view the picture of best quality without loss of
original picture in high resolution image.
Note : If there is noise in original Picture, You
can see the noise at the edge.
- Original: When your TV receives a wide screen
signal it will automatically change to the picture
format broadcast.
- 4:3: The following selection will allow you to view
a picture with an original 4:3 aspect ratio, gray
bars will appear on both the left and right of the
screen.
- 14:9: You can view a picture format of 14:9 or a
general TV programme in the 14:9 mode. The
14:9 screen is viewed in the same way as in 4:3,
but is magnified to the left and right.
- Zoom 1 & 2: The following selection will allow
you to view the picture without any alteration,
while filling the entire screen. However, the top
and bottom of the picture will be cropped.
Just Scan
Original
Using additional options
Adjusting aspect ratio
Resize the image to view the image at its optimal
size by pressing ARC while you are watching TV.
yIf a fixed image displays on the screen for a
long period of time, it will be imprinted and
become a permanent disfigurement on the
screen. This is “image burn” or “burn-in” and
not covered by the warranty.
yIf the aspect ratio is set to 4:3 for a long
period of time, image burn may occur on
the letterboxed area of the screen.
CAUTION
yYou can only select 4:3, 16:9 (Wide) in RGB
mode.
yYou can only select 16:9 (Wide), Just Scan,
4:3 in HDMI mode.
yIn HDMI (over 720p) mode, Just Scan is
available.
yYou can only select 16:9 (Wide), Original,
4:3,14:9, Zoom1/2 in AV mode.
NOTE