Linsar LS24CFHD12V User manual

24"
Full HD TV
with Built-In DVD Player
User Manual
MODEL: LS24CFHD12V

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Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase!
This manual tells you all you need to know about using your new Linsar product.
Please take special note of any important safety and usage information presented with the symbol.
All products brought to you by Linsar are manufactured to the highest standards of performance and safety
and, as part of our philosophy of customer service and satisfaction, are backed by our comprehensive 1Year
Warranty.
We hope you will enjoy using your purchase for many years to come.

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TV Setting Menus 18
Picture 20
Sound 22
Channel (DTV and ATV) 24
Lock 26
Setttings 28
PVR Settings 31
TV Guide 32
Recording 33
Recording Live TV 34
Playback 34
Pause Live TV (Time-shift) 35
USB Mode 36
Set up 36
DVD Mode 39
Basic DVD Movie Playback 39
Media File Playback 42
Menu Navigation 44
Troubleshooting 47
Specications 50
Compliance and
Responsible Disposal 51
Contents
Welcome 2
Unpack and Prepare 4
What's in the box 4
Important Tips 5
Attaching the stand 6
Wall-mounting the TV 7
Connect to power 8
Connect to 12V power source 8
Connect your antenna 9
Controls and Connections 10
Get to know your TV 10
Buttons on the TV 10
Ports on the TV 11
Remote Control 13
Setup 13
Using the Remote Control 14
Buttons & Functions 15
On-Screen Set Up 17

4 | UNPACK AND PREPARE
Unpack and Prepare
What's in the box
Before installing your newTV, check you have everything
needed.
In the box you will find:
A. 24" Full HDTV with Built-In DVD Player
B. Remote Control
C. AAA Batteries
D. 12V Car Adaptor
E. TV Stands
F. Screws forTV Stands
G. Warning Sheet
H. TVToppling Safety Message
I. Quick Start Guide
J. Warranty Certificate
K. General Safety Warnings
L. User Manual
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You will need:
• Phillips-head screwdriver (for stand
installation)
• Antenna cable (to watch liveTV)

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Important Tips
• Place theTV on a level surface.
• Place theTV away from any source that may generate heat or vibrations.
• Make sure there is enough space around vents for airflow.
• The remote control works up to 5 metres away from theTV.
• Unplug theTV before cleaning it.
• Clean using a dry cloth only - do not use water or chemicals.
• Use only the power supply provided.
• It is highly recommended to use safety straps for securing theTV in place.
• Keep liquid, children and pets away from theTV at all times.

6 | UNPACK AND PREPARE
Attaching the stand
• Unplug theTV from the power outlet before
installing or removing the stand.
• Only touch the frame, not the screen.
• It is highly recommended to use safety straps
for securing theTV.
CAUTION!
Do not apply
excessive force as
you might damage
the screw holes.
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Unless you are wall-mounting theTV, you will need to
attach its stand/legs.
1. Lay theTV face-down on a soft, flat surface (like
the sofa, or a towel on a table) larger than theTV
itself.
2. Match stands to the installation points on the
underside of theTV.
3. Attach the stands to theTV at the installation
points using the screws provided. (Grab a
screwdriver for this bit). Make sure the legs
are facing away from each other (not leaning
inwards).

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100mm
Back of theTV
100mm
Wall-mounting the TV
TheTV comes with holes on the back panel for use
with wall-mounting brackets (bracket not included).
Use four standard M4*10mm screws (or longer,
depending on the mounting bracket) to wall-mount
thisTV (screws are not included).
• Unplug theTV from the power outlet
before wall-mounting.
• Contact a professional for assistance with
wall-mounting theTV.
Required
• VESA Mounting
Bracket
• 4 x M4*10mm
screws (or longer
as required)
The screws in the package are for securing the TV
stand only. If you are wall-mounting theTV, consult a
qualified installer for advice on bracket support and
wall support.

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Connect to power
Connect to 12V power source
Don't forget to plug in the
TV to the power outlet. Leave
the power switched off until
installation is finished.
12V car adaptor
(plug into the DC IN
socket on the TV)
12V power
outlet
Make sure theTV is switched off at the power outlet
until you have finished connecting your cables.

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Free-to-airTVinHD(HighDenition)
High Definition (HD) channels
provide the best viewing quality
and are available with a digital
antenna connection.
Make sure theTV is switched off at the power outlet
until you have finished connecting your cables.
Connect your antenna
Antenna cable not included.
ABC HD
SBS ONE HD
7HD
9HD
10 HD
PRIME7 HD
WIN HD
Example
HD Channels

10 | CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS
STANDBY
See next page for more info on the connections.
1. VOL + : Increase the volume level.
2. VOL - : Decrease the volume level
3. CH + : Select the next channel.
4. CH - : Select the previous channel.
5. MENU : Enter the settings menu.
6. SOURCE : Change the input source.
7. : Play or pause plackback.
8. : Eject a disc from the DVD player.
9. STANDBY: Switch theTV ON or to Standby.
Controls and Connections
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Buttons on the TV
Get to know your TV
On/Standby light and
Remote sensor

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1HDMI IN
SOUND
PICTURE
COMPUTER
All-digital connection between theTV and any HDMI device.
Supports Full HD. Requires a HDMI cable (not included).
2USB
STORAGE
• PVR record and pause liveTV
• Play your stored media files (supported file codecs and
extensions may vary)
• Software updates
3AV IN
(CVBS)
PICTURE
You can use this to connect your DVD player. Supports
Standard Definition (SD) picture quality. Requires an AV cable
(not included).
4AUDIO IN
SOUND
You can use this to connect Audio to yourTV for AV or
Component video inputs. Requires a RCA Stereo Audio cable
(not included).
512V Power
POWER
You can connect the supplied 12V car adaptor to this socket
and the car's cigarette lighter socket.
Ports on the TV
3 521 4
AV IN

12 | CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS
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Headphone
Jack
SOUND
Connect to your headphones, amplifier or audio device, using
an AUX cable (not included).
7PC IN
SOUND
PICTURE
COMPUTER
Connect your PC and its Audio to yourTV. Requires VGA and
AUX Cable (not included).
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Component
IN
PICTURE
You can use this to connect your DVD player. Supports Full
High Definition (FHD) picture quality.This also requires
Requires a component cable (not included).
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DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT
(OPTICAL)
SOUND
Connect an external digital audio device. Use an Optical cable
(not included) to connect the unit with an amplifier, soundbar
or other audio decoding device for digital audio signal output.
10 ANTENNA IN
FREE-TO-AIR
TV
Connect your antenna for liveTV. (Antenna cable not
included.)
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Setup
Insert two AAA size batteries according to the polarity
markings (+ / -) inside the compartment. Make sure
the batteries are correctly aligned and properly
pushed into place.
Precautions When Using Batteries
• Do not use old and new batteries together.
• Do not use different types of batteries (e.g.
Manganese and Alkaline batteries) together.
• Remove the batteries from the remote if you do
not intend to use it for a long time.
• When discarding used batteries, follow any
guidelines for recycling and disposal of batteries
that apply in your local area.
• Keep batteries away from children and pets.
• Never throw batteries into a fire or expose them
to extreme heat.
Remote Control
AAA size
batteries
included

14 | REMOTE CONTROL
Using the Remote Control
To use the remote, point it towards the remote sensor
at the front of theTV.The remote will not operate if its
path is blocked.
The remote has a range of up to about 5 metres from
theTV at an angle of up to 30 degrees to either side of
the sensor, as illustrated below.
Image is an
example only.
Remote sensor
location onTV
may vary.
Remote Hints and Tips
• Do not drop, step on or otherwise
impact the remote control.This
may damage the parts or lead to
malfunction.
• Do not place objects between the
remote control and the remote
sensor.
• Do not use this remote control
while simultaneously operating a
remote control for other devices.
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/STANDBY: Switch theTV to On or Standby.
GOTO: Jump to a different chapter of the DVD.
ANGLE: View DVD playback from different
angles, if the DVD has this feature.
FAV: Press to display your favourite program in
DTV mode.
TEXT: Switch betweenTV andTeletext mode.**
SUBTITLE: Enable/disable subtitles.
SIZE/ZOOM: Change the picture size.
MEDIA: Select USB mode.
: PLAY/PAUSE inTIMESHIFT and USB mode.
REC/D.SETUP: Record program in DTV mode /
Display the main disc menu.
: Stop playback.
MENU: Display the mainTV menu.
/ / / : Press the UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT
buttons to navigate the on-screen menus and
adjust the system settings.
OK: Display the channels list (DTV).
Buttons & Functions
TV/RADIO/EJECT: Switch betweenTV or radio
/ Eject a disc (DVD).
A-B: Repeat selected DVD scenes.
REPEAT: Repeat playback of a selected
chapter, title, or the entire DVD.
SLEEP: Set theTV sleep timer.
FREEZE/HOLD: Hold the picture temporarily.
SUBPAGE: Manually jump to the previous or
next subpage ofTeletext.**
ASPECT: Change the size of the image on
your screen.
: Move fast forward.
: Move fast backward.
/INDEX: Play next file./ Display the
recorded programs list (DTV).
: Play the previous file.
TITLE/EXIT: Display the DVD title menu.

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SOURCE: Switch the input source.
MUTE/ : Mute the sound. Press again or
press V+ to restore the sound.
VOL +/-:Turn the volume up/down.
DISPLAY: Display information of the
current program.
NUMBER BUTTONS (0-9): Press to select a
TV channel directly when watchingTV.
-/--: Switch the digits.
AUDIO/LANG: Switch the available sound-
track language (DTV/DVD).
GUIDE/D.MENU: Launch theTV Guide (DTV).
CH +/-: Change to the next or previous
channel.
: Return to the previous channel.
S-MODE: Cycle through the different sound
modes.
P-MODE: Cycle through the different picture
modes.
**Teletext is no longer available in
Australia.
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Make sure theTV is plugged in at
the power socket and switched
on. Press the (STANDBY)
button to turn on theTV.
First Time Setup menu
When you turn theTV on for the first time, the First
Time Setup menu will appear.
Follow the prompts using the / / / / OK buttons
to select your preferences.You will be able to adjust:
If you make an error, you can update your preferences
in the settings menu later.
On-Screen Set Up
Make sure equipment is properly connected (as shown on
pages 11-12) before connecting theTV to power.
On/Standby light is
RED in standby mode.
On/Standby light is OFF
when theTV is on.

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Menus Index
Once you have programmed any
settings, the unit will retain them in
its memory until you change them,
even after turning theTV off.
Picture 20
• Picture Mode
• Personal Mode Settings:
• Brightness, Contrast, Sharpness,
Saturation
• Hue
• ColourTemp
• Aspect Ratio
• Screen Mode (HDMI mode only)
• PC Settings
• Advanced Settings
• NR (Noise Reduction), MPEG NR
(MPEG Noise Reduction), Dynamic
Contrast
TV Setting Menus
Menu Navigation Buttons
Function Remote Button
Display the main menu
Select different sub-menus /
Enter a sub-menu
Select preferred option /
Adjust a value /
Return to the previous menu
Exit a menu
Press the MENU button to display theTV settings
menu. See the guide below for all the other buttons
you'll need to use to adjust and change your settings.

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Sound 22
• Sound Mode
• Personal Mode Settings:
•Treble, Bass
• Balance
• Sound Delay
• Surround Sound
• EQ Setting
• AVL (Auto Volume Level)
• S/PDIF Mode
• AD (Audio Description)
• SoundType
Channel (DTV and ATV) 24
• Auto Scan
• Manual Scan
• Digital Manual Scan
• Analog Manual Scan
• Channel Edit
• Favourite Manager
• Signal Information
Lock 26
• Enter Password
• Enable
• Channel Locks
• Parental Rating
• Lock Keypad
• Hotel Mode
• New Password
• Clear Lock
Settings 28
• OSD Language
• Audio Languages
• Subtitle
• Hearing Impaired
• Teletext
• Blue Screen
• Store Mode
• Time Settings
• HDMI CEC Control
• PVR Settings
• FirstTime Setup
• Shipping Condition
• Reset
• Software Upgrade

20 | TV SETTING MENUS
Option Description
Brightness Adjust the depth of shadow in the picture.The closer to 0, the darker
shadows will look, losing detail in darker images.
Contrast Adjust the intensity of highlights/white in the picture.The closer to
100, the brighter highlights will look, losing detail in brighter images.
Sharpness Adjust the sharpness of the picture.The closer to 100, the sharper and
clearer the image.
Saturation Adjust the saturation.The closer to 100, the deeper the colour.
Picture
Personal Mode settings
See the next page
for more
menu settings
Original
Contrast
Saturation
Brightness
Sharpness
Images are
for reference
only.
Picture Mode
Home
(default) : Picture settings for general viewing environments and is energy efficient.
Bright Room
: Enhance the picture for bright home environments.
Dynamic
: Brighter and clearer picture setting for bright viewing environments.
Mild
: Enhanced brightness with lower contrast, colour depth and edges.
Personal
Adjust settings to best suit your viewing environment and content.
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