Loewe Individual 55 User manual

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Editorial date 03/13-2.0 TB/FP
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Table of contents
Imprint...........................................................................................2
Welcome........................................................................................5
Scope of delivery .......................................................................................... 5
About this user guide................................................................................... 5
For your safety..............................................................................6
Basic Functions ............................................................................8
Remote control.............................................................................9
Operating controls on the TV set............................................. 10
Connections rear side of the device .........................................11
Individual 40 / Individual 46....................................................................... 11
Individual 55 .................................................................................................12
Preparing the TV set .................................................................. 13
Installing the TV set.....................................................................................13
Set covers.....................................................................................................13
Connecting the TV set................................................................................13
Bundling the Cables....................................................................................15
Preparing the remote control unit.............................................................15
Switching the TV set ON/OFF ...................................................................16
Technical information .................................................................................16
General information on menu operation..................................17
Info display...................................................................................................20
Operation without remote control............................................................20
Initial installation....................................................................... 21
Initial installation wizard ..............................................................................21
Home view...................................................................................33
Home - Favourites ......................................................................................34
TV.................................................................................................35
Setting the volume .....................................................................................35
Select station ..............................................................................................35
Status display.............................................................................................. 37
Function list .................................................................................................38
Electronic Programme Guide – EPG........................................................39
Teletext.........................................................................................................42
Rotate TV.....................................................................................................43
HbbTV / MediaText....................................................................................44
Picture in Picture (PIP)...............................................................................45
Digital Recorder ..........................................................................................46
Digital-Recorder – Overview of functions ............................................46
TV viewing with time shift....................................................................... 47
Archive recording.....................................................................................48
DR+ archive ..............................................................................................50
DR+Streaming ........................................................................................54
Media+.........................................................................................55
General information on media reproduction..........................................55
Accessing your media................................................................................55
Video........................................................................................... 56
Video – MediaHome ..................................................................................56
Video playback............................................................................................ 57
Audio/Radio ...............................................................................65
Audio/Radio – MediaHome......................................................................65
Audio playback ........................................................................................... 67
Radio mode (DVB radio) ...........................................................................70
Radio mode (Internet radio) ......................................................................71
Photo ...........................................................................................72
Photo – MediaHome.................................................................................. 72
Photo display............................................................................................... 73
Web .............................................................................................. 75
MediaNet ..................................................................................................... 75
Browser........................................................................................................ 77
Extras...........................................................................................78
Timer............................................................................................................ 78
Conditional Access module (CA module)...............................................82
Special functions ........................................................................................84
AV selection.................................................................................................84
DR+ Streaming ...........................................................................................85
System settings ........................................................................ 86
Picture .......................................................................................................... 87
Sound............................................................................................................91
Stations........................................................................................................92
Automatic scan TV+Radio.....................................................................93
Manual Scan TV / Radio.........................................................................94
Station lists TV / Radio ...........................................................................96
Compose / edit Personal list.................................................................. 97
Update station list automatically...........................................................98
Control .........................................................................................................99
Language ................................................................................................100
Picture in Picture (PIP)..........................................................................100
Parental lock ............................................................................................101
Energy efficiency....................................................................................102
Software update.....................................................................................102
On-screen displays................................................................................105
Time and date ........................................................................................105
DVB settings...........................................................................................106
EPG..........................................................................................................106
DR+......................................................................................................... 107
Standard Teletext...................................................................................108
HbbTV.....................................................................................................109
CA module(s)..........................................................................................110
Rotate TV ..................................................................................................111
Record......................................................................................................112
Hard disks................................................................................................113
Multimedia / Network...............................................................................114
Network settings.....................................................................................114
Multimedia settings................................................................................ 117

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System settings (continued) .................................................. 118
Connections...............................................................................................118
Sound components ...............................................................................119
Antenna DVB.......................................................................................... 123
AV connection settings ......................................................................... 123
Digital Link............................................................................................... 124
Gaming mode ........................................................................................ 124
Assign digital audio input...................................................................... 125
External devices .......................................................................126
Devices to the HDMI connections.......................................................... 126
Devices on AV............................................................................................ 127
Devices on AV............................................................................................ 128
Connecting the Loewe speaker system................................................130
Connecting active loudspeakers.............................................................131
Connecting the HiFi/AV amplifier............................................................131
Audio playback from external devices................................................... 132
Serial interface RS-232C (RJ12)............................................................. 132
Operating Loewe units............................................................................. 133
Teaching the remote control ..................................................134
Loewe Apps...............................................................................136
Troubleshooting .......................................................................139
Technical Data .......................................................................... 141
Function of the connections ................................................................... 142
Media.......................................................................................................... 143
Signals via AVS (PC IN) / HDMI.............................................................. 144
Signal input groups .................................................................................. 144
Accessories...............................................................................145
Upgrade kits / conversion kits / cables ................................................ 145
Equipment variants.................................................................................. 146
Integrated features ................................................................................... 146
Mounting options ......................................................................................147
Environment .............................................................................148
Legal notes................................................................................148
Glossary ....................................................................................149
EC Declaration of Conformity.................................................153
Index .......................................................................................... 155
Service.......................................................................................158
Code page .................................................................................159
Notes ......................................................................................... 161

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Scope of delivery
• LCD TV set
• Mains cable
• Antenna cable
• 3 Velcro cable ties (only for Individual 55)
• Remote control Assist with two batteries
• Quick guide
The TV set is delivered ex-factory without speakers. You can configure
your own individual speaker system for your TV set to suit your needs.
Ask your dealer.
About this user guide
For best results regarding safety and the longevity of the set, we
recommend you read the chapter For your safety (see page 6)
before switching it on for the first time.
The index/glossary starting from page 149 gives explanations of
certain terms used in the TV set and the user guide.
Paragraphs which begin with the symbol indicate important instruc-
tions, tips or conditions for the following settings.
Terms which you will find in the menus or printed on the remote control
or TV set are written in bold type.
The necessary control elements are shown in the descriptions to the
left of the text containing the instructions for action.
In addition to the remote control, a PC keyboard can be connected to
one of the USB ports on your TV and then used to control your TV set.
In the user guide, this symbol indicates places in which
the use of a keyboard is particularly advantageous.
Depending on the connected accessory equipment the menus in the
TV set can differ from those described here.
The TV sets are illustrated without speakers in most figures.
All the station names, programme contents, the illustrated photos,
titles, albums and album covers in this user guide are examples.
The user guide instructions for your TV set is updated at irregular
intervals. We recommend checking now and then, especially after a
software update.
General information on menu operation of
the TV set
For further information on the user interface and the general operation
of your TV set see page 17.
Interactive data services
In some countries the stations also broadcast interactive data services
with their programmes, leading to the functions of individual buttons
not being available or only so to a limited extent. You can find out more
about this starting from page 44.
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Welcome
Thank you,
for choosing a Loewe TV set!
At Loewe we combine the highest requirements regarding technol-
ogy, design and ease of use. This applies equally for TV, video and
accessories.
In addition to sleek design and a varied combination of colour and
mounting choices, your Loewe TV set offers a host of technological
options.
Loewe Image+
State-of-the-art full HD LCD displays with LED backlit TV technology
guarantee the best image quality and high contrast values and all this
at lowest possible energy consumption.
Loewe Digital+
The integrated triple tuner for DVB-T/C/S enables the reception of
standard as well as high-definition contents and thanks to the CI Plus
interface even from Pay TV.
Loewe Sound+
Audio competence on the highest level - this is for what Loewe is unique:
an integrated multichannel decoder provides 5.1 Home Entertainment
of outstanding quality without any external devices.
Loewe DR+
Due to Loewe DR+, recording of TV transmissions on the integrated
hard disk by simply pressing a key or halting the current transmission
are no problem. Additionally, DR+ Streaming enables the retrieval of
films on further Loewe devices.
Loewe Assist+
The intuitive Loewe user interface Assist Media offers a simple access
to all device functions; by means of the HOME key on the remote con-
trol you can access all your favourite content as well as all multimedia
functions of your TV set.
Loewe Media+
The Loewe Multimedia functions offer you a multitude of options: via
MediaHome you have access to your photos, videos and music in your
home network or on the USB stick.
Loewe MediaNet and MediaText help you to access numerous world-
wide web-applications and contents from HbbTV services.
Loewe Connectivity+
Network your TV set by means of numerous interconnection options.
Be it HDMI, USB, CI Plus or LAN/WLAN, discover the world of the
Loewe networking possibilities.

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For your safety, and to avoid unnecessary damage to your unit,
please read and follow the safety advice below:
Use for the intended purpose and ambient conditions
This TV set is intended exclusively for rendering video and audio signals
and is designed for use in residential apartments or office premises.
It must not be used in rooms with a high level of humidity (e.g., bath-
room, sauna) or a high dust concentration (e.g., workshops). The
manufacturer‘s warranty is only valid for use in the specified permis-
sible environment.
If the unit is used outdoors, make sure that it is protected from moisture
(rain, dripping water and splashing water or dew). High humidity and
dust concentrations lead to leakage currents in the device. This can
result in a shock hazard by touching it or even fire.
If you have moved the unit out of
the cold into a warm environment,
leave it switched off for about an
hour to avoid the formation of
condensation.
Do not place objects containing
liquids on top of the unit. Protect
the appliance against dripping and
splashing water.
Candles or naked flames must be
kept away from the TV set at all
times to prevent it from catching
fire.
Never place the TV set in a location where it is exposed to vibrations.
This can lead to material overload.
Transporting
Move the device in vertical position only. Grasp the device on the
upper and lower edges of the housing.
The set is delivered ex factory without a mounting option. Do not stand
it up on the bottom edge, so as to reduce the risk of damage and soil-
ing. If the set has to be put down during packing/unpacking, place the
TV set with its entire front surface lying flat on soft material such as a
blanket or the fleece from the packing material. Use a blanket or the
fleece from the packing material as an underlay.
The LCD screen is made of glass or plastic and can break if not handled
properly.
Always wear rubber gloves to carry the TV set if the LCD screen is
damaged and liquid crystal might be leaking out. In the case of skin
contact immediately rinse thoroughly with water.
Power supply
Incorrect voltages can damage the unit. This device may only be con-
nected to a power supply with the voltage and frequency indicated on the
type plate using the supplied mains cable. The mains plug of the TV set
must be easily accessible so that the device can be disconnected from
the mains at any time. When unplugging the unit from the mains, pull at
the connector body and not at the cable. The cables in the mains plug
could otherwise be damaged and could cause a short-circuit when
plugged in again.
Lay the mains cable so that it can not be damaged. The power cable
may not be kinked or laid over sharp edges, stood on or exposed to
chemicals; the latter also applies to the unit as a whole. A power
cable with damaged insulation can cause electric shocks and poses
a fire risk.
Air circulation and high temperatures
The vent slots on the rear panel of the set must always be kept un-
obstructed. Please do not place newspapers or cloths on/over the TV
set.
Ensure that there is at least
10 cm free space on the
sides and above the set for
air circulation, if the set is
placed in a cabinet or on a
shelf.
Like any electronic device,
your TV set requires air for
cooling. Obstruction of the
air circulation can cause fires.
Prevent metal items, nee-
dles, paper clips, liquids,
wax, or similar items, from getting into the interior of the device through
the vent slots in the rear panel. Such objects can cause short circuits
in the set, which could possibly cause a fire.
If something should get into the interior of the set then immedi-
ately unplug the mains plug of the device and contact the field service
for more information.
Set-up
The set is suitable for mounting in many different ways. Note the as-
sembly instructions regarding the different possible mounting options.
Before setting up the device, please check that the final location is
suitable to bear the load of the device in terms of surface (sensitivity
to pressure) and stability.
Place the TV set with the table or floor stand only on a level, sturdy,
horizontal base. Particularly ensure that the set does not protrude
to the front when placed in or on pieces of furniture.
Place the TV set in a normal position for use. TV set may only be used
in an upright horizontal position. It may not be tilted by more than 10
degrees. The TV set must never be operated vertically, lying flat or
hanging overhead from the ceiling.
Set up the device where it is not exposed to direct insolation and
where it is not exposed to additional heating by radiators.
Automatic shutdown
If the TV is not operated for 4 hours (adjustment of volume, pro-
gramme change, etc.) the TV will automatically switch to stand-by
mode to save energy. A prompt to terminate this shutdown process
appears one minute before expiry of the 4 hours.
The automatic shutdown is generally active for the TV mode as soon as
the energy efficiency mode Home Mode is enabled for at least one of
the six signal input groups (see page 144). This also applies if another
energy efficiency mode is selected when putting into operation for the
first time (see page 21), but one of the six signal input groups is
subsequently set to Home Mode.
Automatic shutdown does not occur when using the radio without
screen display (screen off).
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For your safety
TV sets with 3D function
Read the following safety instructions before using the 3D function
of your TV set.
Please use the Loewe 3D TV sets only with the Loewe 3D glasses
which can be purchased as an accessory from your Loewe dealer (see
Accessories on page 145).
People that have a visual disorder may not be able to perceive 3D ef-
fects or may only be able to perceive them to a limited extent. People
that are sensitive to flickering images (e.g. those with epilepsy) should
only use this product after having consulted their doctor.
It might take some time for you to get used to the 3D glasses and
before you can perceive the 3D effects properly.
Stop using the 3D devices immediately if you experience any feelings
of nausea, dizziness or malaise when viewing 3D content.
Supervise children whilst they are viewing 3D content, as they can be
particularly sensitive to it.
Allow more time for a break when viewing 3D films, so that you are
able to relax. Failure to do this could result in headaches, fatigue, diz-
ziness or malaise.
Position yourself comfortably in front of the 3D TV set and ensure that
you are seated firmly. By doing this, you will avoid any injuries that may
arise due to reacting to extreme 3D content.
Switch off any artificial light sources (e.g. energy saving lamp) between
the 3D TV set and the 3D glasses. These could impair the infrared
reception or the TV picture may flicker as a result.
Supervision
Do not let children loiter and play unsupervised close to the device.
The set could tip over, be pushed off or pulled down from the stand
surface and injure someone.
Do not allow the switched-on TV set to run unattended.
Volume
Loud music can lead to ear damage. Avoid extreme volume espe-
cially over long periods and when using headphones.
Thunder storms
Pull out the mains plug and all connected antenna cables from the
TV set in a thunderstorm. Overvoltage caused by lightning strokes
can damage the set via the antenna system, as well as via the mains.
The mains plug and all connected antenna cables should also be pulled
out during long periods of absence.
Note on the LCD screen
The TV set with LCD screen you have purchased satisfies the most
rigorous quality requirements and has been inspected with respect
to pixel errors. Despite of thorough care when manufacturing the
display, it cannot be 100% guaranteed that no subpixel defects will
occur due to technical reasons. Please understand that these types
of effects, as long as they are within the standard of specified limits,
cannot be considered as a device defect in terms of the guarantee.
Avoid displaying still images for long periods of time. It is possible that
a copy of the image may remain.
Cleaning and care
Switch off the TV set with the main switch prior to cleaning.
Clean the TV set, the screen, and the remote control unit with a soft,
moist, clean and colour-neutral cloth only, without any aggressive
or scouring cleaning agents.
Repairs and accessories
Never remove the back of the TV set yourself. Have your TV set re-
paired or serviced by authorised television technicians only.
Only use original accessories such as Loewe stands, if possible (see
Accessories on page 145).

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On/Off of the television set
Switching the TV set ON / switching it OFF in Standby
mode (Mains switch must be switched ON)
When TV set is switched on:
Press key long: Switch TV set and all CEC-capable
devices connected to the HDMI interfaces OFF to
Standby mode (System Standby).
General navigation
3465 Navigation on the user interface, select
objects
Select station
OK short: Call station list. Or:
OK long: Call expanded station list.
6534 Mark station,
OK switch over to station.
Or:
P+/P– Next/previous channel
Or:
Select station with numerical keys
Sound
V+/V– Increase/reduce volume
Sound on/off
Colour key function during TV operation
Red key: Start HbbTV or value-added network
service
Yellow key: Last selected station
Blue key: Call function list
(selection of language/sound,
subtitles or channel/video track)
Function of the coloured keys in audio mode
Green key: Switch screen ON/OFF
Yellow key: LastselectedstationinDVBradio mode
Key functions
TV operation
Call radio mode (standard assignment) (1
Call Home view,
Select the operating mode or the function
During screen fade-in function: Info display,
info text appropriate to the content that can assist you
further, should you have any questions about your TV
device;
Without on-screen display: access status display.
With status display open and repeatedly pressing the
key call / close the detailed information on the broad-
cast
Open the DR+ archive
Add current object to Home favourites
Call MediaNet
On/Off EPG (Electronic Programme Guide)
On/Off PIP (picture in picture)
Turn Teletext/MediaText on/off
Call function list for the active operating mode
Pressing briefly: step / level back;
Pressing long: close all displays
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Sound mute/on.................................................................................................. (page 35)
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LED display for currently operated device......................................................(page 133)
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Switch to TV mode ..................................................................................... (page 15; 133)
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Reassign remote control to SetTop-Box (PACE DS440N)
(1
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DR+ archive on/off............................................................................................. (page 50)
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Define active object as favourite ...................................................................... (page 34)
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Electronic Programme Guide on/off ................................................................ (page 39)
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Teletext/MediaText(2 on/off ......................................................................(page 42; 44)
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Call function list ................................................................................................. (page 38)
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V+/V- Increase/reduce volume....................................................................... (page 35)
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Call station list / expanded station list .......................................................(page 35; 36)
In the menu: confirm/call up.............................................................................. (page 17)
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Green coloured key: screen on/off ................................................................... (page 69)
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Red coloured key: call preferred value-added network service
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Jump / wind.................................................................................................(page 59; 60)
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Direct recording (One Touch Recording)......................................................... (page 48)
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Start / interrupt timeshift television ................................................................ (page 47)
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Finish timeshift .................................................................................................. (page 47)
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Jump / wind.................................................................................................(page 59; 60)
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Start / continue timeshift television ................................................................ (page 47)
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Blue coloured key: call station function list with subfunctions......................... (page 8)
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Yellow coloured key: switching to previously received station ......................... (page 8)
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In menu / in lists: selecting/setting................................................................... (page 17)
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P+/P– Select stations up/down...................................................................... (page 35)
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Press briefly: back to previous window (step back) ......................................... (page 17)
Press long: close all displays.............................................................................. (page 17)
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Status display on/off ......................................................................................... (page 37)
In menu: context-relevant Info on/ off ............................................................. (page 20)
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PIP (picture in picture) on/off ........................................................................... (page 45)
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Open/close Home view.................................................................................... (page 33)
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AV selection........................................................................................................ (page 84)
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Select station directly........................................................................................ (page 35)
In the menu: Enter numbers or letters..............................................................(page 19)
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Call MediaNet ................................................................................................... (page 75)
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Reassign remote control to BluTech Vision 3D
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Switch to radio mode
(1
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Switch ON/OFF to standby mode.....................................................................(page 16)
System standby..................................................................................................(page 16)
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Remote control
The key assignment displayed here is valid for the main level of the TV set. The key assignment may vary in certain operating modes (see the cor-
responding chapter in this user guide).
(1
The assignment of these keys can be changed (see page 133). The description refers to the standard setting.
(2
Depending on the corresponding settings (see page 109).
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Functions of the operating elements
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Mains switch (1:
The mains switch is located on the bottom of the set.
Always return the TV set to Standby mode before switching it off
with the main switch.
The TV set will be completely separated from mains only when
you unplug the mains cable.
2 On/Off key:
Switching on in standby mode
Switching off to the standby mode
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IR receiver:
Infrared receiver for receiving the remote control commands.
4
Display:
white: Standby
white, intermittent: TV set starts
green: TV set switched on
red: timer recording active
blue: TV set in standby, background operation
active (EPG data updating, software up-
date or DR+ streaming server function)
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Infrared transmitter:
When showing 3D content, the 3D glasses Loewe Active
Glasses 3D are controlled via the infrared sensor.
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Key M:
TV set in standby mode: switch TV set on in TV mode
TV set switched on: call direct control on TV set
in direct control on TV set: up 5
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Key R:
TV set in standby mode: switch TV set on in radio mode
TV set switched on: toggle TV mode and radio mode
Direct control on TV set: down 6
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Key +:
increase volume
Direct control on TV set: to the right 4
9
Key – :
reduce volume
Direct control on TV set: to the left 3
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AC IN - Mains connection
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RS-232C - Serial interface
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CONTROL - Rotating stand control
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AUDIO OUT R - Speaker connection on the right (+/–)
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AUDIO OUT L - Speaker connection on the left (–/+)
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IR LINK - Infrared transmitter connection
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AUDIO OUT - Audio output (analogue)
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CENTER IN - Centre audio input (analogue)
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SYSTEM SPEAKER - Loewe system speaker connection
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AV - Mini AV socket
(1
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ANT-TV - Antenna/cable analogue/digital
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ANT SAT - Satellite antenna (Sat tuner 1)
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ANT SAT 2 - Satellite antenna (Sat tuner 2)
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SPDIF OUT - Digital audio output
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DIGITAL AUDIO LINK - Surround audio outputs (digital)
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HDMI 1 - HDMI input 1
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HDMI 2 - HDMI input 2
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LAN - Network connection
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USB - USB connection
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HDMI 3 - HDMI input 3
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HDMI 4 - HDMI input 4
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CI COMMON INTERFACE - Common interface 1 (CI slot 1)
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CI COMMON INTERFACE - Common interface 2 (CI slot 2)
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- Headphone connection
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AVS - Mini AV socket
(1
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SPDIF IN - Digital sound input
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USB - USB connection
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USB - USB connection
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Connections rear side of the device
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AC IN - Mains connection
2
RS-232C - Serial interface
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CONTROL - Rotating stand control
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AUDIO OUT - Audio output (analogue)
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CENTER IN - Centre audio input (analogue)
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SYSTEM SPEAKER - Loewe system speaker connection
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AV - Mini AV socket
(1
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ANT-TV - Antenna/cable analogue/digital
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ANT SAT - Satellite antenna (Sat tuner 1)
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ANT SAT 2 - Satellite antenna (Sat tuner 2)
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SPDIF OUT - Digital audio output
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DIGITAL AUDIO LINK - Surround audio outputs (digital)
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HDMI 1 - HDMI input 1
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HDMI 2 - HDMI input 2
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LAN - Network connection
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USB - USB connection
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AUDIO OUT R - Speaker connection on the right (+/–)
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AUDIO OUT L - Speaker connection on the left (–/+)
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IR LINK - Infrared transmitter connection
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HDMI 3 - HDMI input 3
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HDMI 4 - HDMI input 4
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CI COMMON INTERFACE - Common interface 1 (CI slot 1)
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CI COMMON INTERFACE - Common interface 2 (CI slot 2)
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- Headphone connection
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AVS - Mini AV socket
(1
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SPDIF IN - Digital sound input
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USB - USB connection
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USB - USB connection
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Installing the TV set
Mounting options
Your Loewe specialist dealer can assist you in finding other mount-
ing options that correspond to your needs. Use exclusively Loewe
mounting options (e.g., wall bracket, floor stand), which you will find
in the chapter entitled Accessories - Mounting options on page 147.
After you have decided on a mounting option, follow the directions
found in the corresponding assembly instructions.
Installation notes
Choose a place for installing your TV set where no bright light or
sunlight shines directly onto the screen. This could cause reflections
which impair the picture.
3 times the screen diagonal can be taken as a guide value for the view-
ing distance (e.g., for a 46-inch set approx. 3.5 m for SD signal). The
viewing distance can be reduced with an HD signal.
Set covers
Covers for rear and side connections
In order to remove the rear side cable covers pull them simply from
the device.
To fit the cover, insert the lugs at the top edge of the cover into the
corresponding cut-outs in the rear panel and push up the cover until
it snaps in.
The side cover of the TV set can also be completely removed. For this,
open it as far as it will go and gently pull on the open cover.
The cover detaches from the holder and gives free access to the
connection area. To replace the cover, simply push it until it latches
back into place.
Connecting the TV set
Connecting to the mains supply
Remove the cover for the connections.
Connect the TV set to a 220-240V mains socket:
First plug the small plug of the power cable into the mains connection
on the back of the TV and then the large mains plug into a mains socket.
Connecting antennas
Cable (analogue) / DVB-C / DVB-T antenna:
Plug the cable of antenna, cable TV system or room antenna into the
ANT TV socket.
If you want to use analogue cables / DVB-C connection and a DVB-T
antenna together, use an external antenna switch (available from
your dealer).
Satellite antenna DVB-S:
Depending on the used satellite system, connect a connecting cable
from the multi-switch or directly from the LNC to the ANT-SAT and
ANT-SAT2 sockets of the TV set respectively.
When connecting the TV set to a single cable community antenna,
connect the ANT-SAT and ANT-SAT2 sockets directly to the appro-
priate SAT antenna socket.
When connecting the TV set to a DiSEqC single cable community
antenna (in accordance with EN 50494), connect the ANT-SAT
socket directly to the appropriate SAT antenna socket.
In case of a DiSEqC one cable communal system you require only
one antenna cable. Further distribution of the signal to the two
reception routes is accomplished by the TV set's satellite tuner.
Ask your dealer in this regard.
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Cable
analogue /
DVB-C
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Connecting speakers
The TV set is delivered ex-factory without speakers. Various options
are available for connecting speakers to your set.
From the accessories set the Loewe system speaker Stereospeaker I
40/46/55 should be used that will have to be mounted below the TV
set and connected to the SYSTEM SPEAKER socket. See the assem-
bly instructions for the Loewe system speaker for further information.
If you want to use other speakers, two speakers can be connected
to the speaker connections (screw terminals) of the TV set (min. 4
Ohms / min. 20 W sinus).
Speaker systems or active speakers can be connected to the DIGITAL
AUDIO LINK connection.
For the connection and configuration of speaker systems or active
speakers refer to page 119.
Connecting external speakers to the speaker terminals
To connect the speakers, switch the TV set off with the mains switch
and pull out the mains plug.
The jumper plug on the system speaker connection must be plugged
or remain plugged.
You have connected and laid the connecting cables at the speakers.
Press on the locking mechanism of the spring clamp speaker terminal,
in order to open the clamp.
Push the deisolated connecting cables (max. 1.5 mm2) of the speakers
in the terminal of the same colour (red to red, black to black). Also
take notice of the connection labels of the speakers Right (R) and Left
(L) and the symbols “+” equals red and “–” equals black (see figure).
Make sure that the sheaths of the connecting cables are not acciden-
tally pinched.
When releasing the locking mechanism of the speaker terminal the
connecting cable will be clamped tight.
Individual 55 Front
left
Front
right
Individual 40 / 46
Front
left
Front
right
Rear views of the devices
Connecting the TV set to the Home network
You may link your TV set to the home network by a wired connection
(Ethernet, Powerline) or by a wireless radio connection (WLAN).
Please contact your specialist dealer for more information on Power-
line.
For the network adaptor configuration, see page 114.
Under no circumstances may the TV set be wired and at the
same time connected by a wireless connection to the same
network, e.g. router. This may cause severe operational faults!
Example for a wired connection
Connect the LAN socket of your TV set to the LAN switch/router of
your home network with a network cable (available from your dealer).
Example for a wireless connection
You can connect the TV set to your home network by a wireless radio
connection via the WLAN antenna inside the set.
LAN switch/router TV set
Homeserver,
e.g. PC
WLAN router TV set
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Bundling the Cables
The cables connected to the TV set can be bundled and fixed to the
back of the housing using the cable supports (Individual 40/46) as
well as Velcro cable ties (Individual 55) provided.
Individual 40/46
Unlatch the two cable supports (A) at the rear panel of the TV set,
bundle the cables and click the cable support into the rear panel again.
Individual 55
Bundle the cables and the thread the accompanying 3 Velcro cable
ties (B) through the holders and pull them tight.
Then fit the cover for the connections (see page 13).
A A
B BB
Preparing the remote control unit
Inserting or replacing batteries
Press on the embossed arrow whilst pushing the battery cover down.
Only use leak-proof micro-cells of the LR 03 (AAA) Alkali-Manganese
type. Do not use different types of batteries and old and new batter-
ies together.
The batteries used must not be exposed to excessive heat such as
sunlight, fire or similar!
Pay attention to the correct polarity of + and – when inserting the
batteries.
If the batteries are too weak after longer use, the TV set prompts you
to change the batteries.
Dispose of used batteries in an environmentally friendly way (see
page 148).
Push the cover back on from below after having inserted the batteries.
Adjusting the remote control for operating the TV set
Press the TV key.
See page 133 for how to operate other Loewe appli-
ances and how to re-programme the remote control
keys.
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Switching the TV set ON/OFF
Switching TV set to the standby mode
Press the mains switch(1 at the bottom of the set.
The indicator in the control panel on the front side lights up white. The
set is now in standby mode.
Switching the TV on/off on the control unit
To switch the TV set into Operating mode or switch it off to Standby
mode, press the middle of the On/Off button for about 2 seconds.
Meaning of the colour of the LEDs in the On/Off button:
white: Standby
white, intermittent: TV set starts
green: TV set switched on
red: Timer recording active
blue: TV set in standby, background operation
active (EPG data updating, software up-
date or DR+ streaming server function)
Switching the TV set on by means of the Remote control
Press the on/off key.
Or:
Press the TV key.
Or:
Press numerical keys 1-9.
The previously watched station will be called.
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Switching the set off with the remote control (Standby)
Press the on/off key.
Before switching off the set with the mains switch,
we recommend you to switch it to standby mode.
Switching off the TV set and connected additional devices
(System standby)
Press on/off key long:
Switch TV set and all CEC-capable devices connected
to the HDMI interfaces OFF to Standby mode (System
Standby).
Technical information
Switching off the TV set with the mains switch during operation or an
inadvertent disruption to the power supply (e.g. power failure) can
cause damage to the hard disk file system and hence loss of the re-
corded broadcasts. Always return the TV set to Standby mode before
switching it off with the main switch. Never ever disconnect the USB
storage device from the TV set during a copy process.
However, if unexpected problems occur when operating the hard disk,
formatting the hard disk may rectify this. Refer to the instructions on
page 113. Also follow the information for formatting on page 113
when using an external USB hard disk.
Loewe are not liable for the loss of data on the integrated hard disk
of your TV set. To avoid data loss, we recommend copying important
recordings to an external storage medium.
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General information on menu operation
Some keys of the remote control for operating the TV set you will use
more often than others. The most important keys for navigation will
be explained in general. The numbers in the text refer to the figure
showing the remote control on page 9.
The arrow keys
22
help you to navigate in the menus and lists of the
TV set and for selecting menu items. They are arranged in the middle
of the remote control in a circle around the OK key
11
. Later in this
quick guide they will be represented as follows:
3456 Select the desired item.
The OK key
11
is used to confirm a selection, for calling the highlighted
menu item and for opening the station list. In this quick guide, an
instruction for this key looks like the following:
OK confirm.
Using the numerical keys of your remote control
29
you enter pro-
gramme channels and teletext pages directly. With key 0you open
the AV options. In this user guide, entering numbers with numerical
keys is shown as follows:
Entering programme channel directly.
The numerical keys are also used to enter text (see Entry of charac-
ters by remote control on page 19).
The Home view is the central overview page for all of your TV set‘s
operating modes. You reach Home view with the HOME key
27
.
HOME: Call Home view.
Pressing the BACK key
24
briefly brings you one level up in the wizard.
Pressing the BACK key longer closes all opened fade-ins. An example
for the BACK key in this quick guide:
BACK: Stop text entry and exit entry box.
If the function for a key is not available, this will be indicated by an
inserted symbol on the right above.
Structure of the Menu screen
Basically, the structure of the different menu screens is similar, de-
pending on the fact if a wizard, rendering media content or a setup
menu are concerned. The structure is explained by means of three
different screens.
The functions of these menu screens are explained more detailed in
the respective chapters.
Screen structure: Wizard
(A) Title bar with name of the wizard and the current operating step.
(B) Selected items, whose number can be different according to the
operating step.
(C) Bottom line showing the available operating controls. If required,
instructions and information are inserted.
Screen structure: Rendering of media content (example:
Audio player)
(A) Title bar with selected album / subdirectory.
(B) Menu item Back to exit the menu or to go back to the previous
menu item.
(C) Selection of album or title
(D) Time bar
(E) Bottom line with the different symbols for controlling the playback
function.
A
B
C
Deutsch (de) Ελληνικά (el) Svenska (sv) Čeština (cs)
English (en) Polski (pl) Dansk (da)
Français (fr) Magyar (hu) Português (pt)
Italiano (it) Suomi (fi) Русский (ru)
Español (es) Slovenščina (sl) Norsk (no)
Nederlands (nl) Slovenčina (sk) Türkçe (tr)
INITIAL INSTALLATION - Menu language
Proceed with Back with Cancel with
Which menu language do you want to use for operation?
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C
B
D
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Screen structure: Setup (example: picture)
(A) Selected function in the Home overview (here: system settings)
(B) Home Menu System settings, with selected menu item Picture.
(C) Menu items Picture focusing on 3D
(D) Help text for the selected menu item Picture > 3D
Navigation: Selection of elements (example: On-screen displays)
Highlighting and thus selecting the symbols/elements or menu items
on the screen can be effected by the arrow keys on the remote control.
So you can see all the time where you are. As soon as there is a bar
above a symbol or text, this is a selected element.
(A) Selectable elements / menu items.
(B) The text in the line where the marker is currently located is white.
(C) Move the selection marking by means of the arrow keys 3456
to the menu item to be set.
In most cases, the marked menu item will be automatically
adopted. The font colour of the previously active item will change
to grey, that of the newly selected item to white.
In a few menus, to confirm a selected menu item is required by
pressing OK.
ACB D
Picture 3D
Picture ad-
justment
Contrast
Brightness
Colour inten-
sity
Image+
Active
Picture for-
mat
more ...
You may choose the appropriate display format with the 3D
settings, if this has not been possible automatically, and you may
display the 3D image material in 2D or vice versa.
...... On-screen
displays Display time
Volume display
Automatic info
Permanent clock display
Automatic HDMI hint
On-screen displays
< 7s >
yes no
off on
off on
yes no
< 7s >
yes no
on
off on
yes no
With this you activate/deactivate the info text overlay for the menu item just selected.
Back
A
BC
Navigation: Wizards
If the menu item(s) (marked white) is/are already
correctly preset:
Go to next step.
Otherwise:
3456 Mark the menu items to be changed. The
update will be adopted automatically. The
fount colour of the previously active item will
change to grey. If not,
OK confirm the selection.
Go to next step.
Please specify whether you want to search for scrambled stations too.
Note: Scrambled stations can only be received with an integrated CA module and additional
card.
Scrambled stations
Search method
Symbol rate
Accept Logical Channel Number
DVB-S settings (ASTRA1 19,2°E)
Back with Proceed with
no
yes
Network search
Frequency search
22000
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yes
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Entering characters with on-screen keyboard
For certain functions, entering letters or characters is required, e.g., for
Web addresses (URLs) in the browser or for renaming archive entries.
An on-screen keyboard appears for entering text.
3456 highlight character / on-screen button,
OK Adopt character.
For the selection of special characters select field
-/. several times briefly in rapid succession.
To conclude the entry:
3456 Mark Adopt,
confirm with OK.
Entry of characters by remote control
Alternatively to the on-screen keyboard you can also enter the desired
characters by means of the remote control (as with the keypad of a
mobile phone).
3456 Mark text entry field.
Under the 1st letter of the name you will see a line
indicating the current input position.
4 Input position one character to the right (also for
blanks).
3 Input position one character to the left.
Input the letters one after another. When using the
remote control, press the numerical keys just as on
a mobile phone keypad (0-9) until the desired symbol
is displayed. The available letters are printed on the
individual numeric buttons.
You find the exact key assignment in the character
table in the right column.
To conclude the entry:
3456 Mark Adopt,
confirm with OK.
Enter/change internet address Back
CancelAdopt
Q
A
Y
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W
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X
2
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D
C
3
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G
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http://www.loewe.de
Delete Cancel Adopt
Space
Table of characters for entering text by means of the remote
control
Key Characters (uppercase - lowercase)
1[space] 1
2A B C 2 Ä Æ Ã Å Ā À Á Ć Ç Č - a b c 2 ä æ ã å ā â à á ć ç č
3D E F 3 Ė Ë Ē Ę Ê È É - d e f 3 ė ë ē ę ê è é
4G H I 4 Ï Ī Į Î Ì Í - g h i 4 ï ī į î î ì í
5J K L 5 - j k l 5
6M N O 6 Ö O E Õ Ō Ô Ò Ó Ø - m n o 6 ń ñ ö o e õ ō ô ò ó ø
7P Q R S 7 - p q r s 7
8T U V 8 Ü Ū Û Ù Ú - t u v 8 ü ū û ù ú
9W X Y Z 9 - w x y z 9
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Info display
The info display provides an info text appropriate to the on-screen
display that can assist you further with the operation of your TV set.
An on-screen display is faded in.
The factory setting is that the info display is shown
automatically for each menu item. In this case you can
temporarily hide the info texts with the INFO key.
The automatic info display can be hidden via a menu
setting. Then it can be displayed temporarily by press-
ing the INFO key.
Permanently display or hide the automatic info display
Once you have become familiar with how to operate the TV set, you
can switch off the automatic info display.
HOME: Call Home view.
3456 Mark System settings,
OK call system settings.
65 Mark Control,
4go to next column.
65 Mark more ...,
4move to next column.
6 5 Mark On-screen displays,
4 call on-screen display settings.
6 5 Select Automatic info,
34 select on / off.
OK adopt settings.
... Energy effi-
ciency
Home Mode
Premium
Mode
Shop Mode
The priority here is low energy consumption in home use. In this case, the TV
switches off automatically for the sake of saving energy, after it has been out
of operation for four hours.
...... On-screen
displays Display time
Volume display
Automatic info
Permanent clock display
Automatic HDMI hint
On-screen displays
< 7s >
yes no
off on
off on
yes no
< 7s >
yes no
on
off on
yes no
With this you activate/deactivate the info text overlay for the menu item just selected.
Back
Operation without remote control
Changing Volume
+ / – Increase/reduce volume.
Switching radio on or off or switching to radio
R Radio on or switch between TV and Radio.
Calling direct control on TV set
M Call direct control on TV set.
R Scroll down.
M Scroll up.
– Scroll left.
+ Scroll right, adopt settings, confirm.
Close all displays
Press M longer.
Explanations of the settings:
Operating
mode
Switch between TV and radio operation.
Station
selection
Call Station selection.
AV selection Select AV interface.
3D Calling 3D settings.
Contrast Set contrast.
The power consumption of the TV set depends
directly on the value set here.
Picture
format
Selecting the picture format.
Service The Service menu item is provided for service
purposes by dealers only.
Operating
mode
Station selec-
tion
AV selection
3D
Contrast
Picture for-
mat
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