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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF E_ECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER }OR BACK} NO USER-SERVICEABLE pARTS
INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
_llk his "bolt of lightning" indicates unin-
sulated material within your unit may
cause an electrical shod<. For the safety of
everyone in your household, please do not
remove product covering.
The "exclamation point" calls atten-
tion to features for which you should
read the enclosed literature closely to pre-
vent operating and maintenance problems.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, this apparatus should not be
exposed to rain or moisture and objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, should not
be placed on this apparatus.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock,
match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully
insert.
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iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS
Read before operating equipment
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
S. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with
the manufacturers instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding type plug has two blades and third grounding prong. The wide
blade or third prong are provided for your safety. When the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement
of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by
the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is
used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply
cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. This product may contain lead or mercury. Disposal of these materials
may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or
recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the
Electronic Industries Alliance:www.eiae.org.
16. Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced by
qualified service personnel when:
A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance; or
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a
marked
change in performance; or
E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
17. Tilt/Stability - All televisions must comply with recommended
international global safety standards for tilt and stability properties of its
cabinets design.
• Do not compromise these design standards by applying excessive pull
force to the front, or top, of the cabinet which could ultimately
overturn the product.
• Also,do not endanger yourself', or children, by placing electronic
equipmendtoys on the top of the cabinet. Such items could
unsuspecdngly fall from the top of the set and cause product damage
and/or personal injury.
18. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be mounted to a
wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
19. Power Lines - An outdoor antenna should be located away from
power lines.
20. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - if an outside antenna is connected to
the receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide
some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984,
provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mats and
supporting structure grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna-
discharge unit, size of grounding connectors, location of antenna-
discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for
the grounding electrode. See Figure below.
21. Objects and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects do
not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.
a) Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, this apparatus
should not be exposed to rain or moisture and objects filled with
liquids, such as vases should not be placed on this apparatus.
22. Battery Usage CAUTION -To prevent battery leakage that may
result in bodily injury, property damage, or damage to the unit:
• Install all batteries correctly, with + and - alignment as marked on the
unit.
, Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and alkaline, etc.)
• Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time.
ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT ............ POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 2g0, PARTH)
Note to the CATM system installer: this reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of
the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
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Contents
A Guide to Digital TV ........................................................................ 2.
Preparation ........................................................................................... 2
Use of the remote control ................................................................ 5
Control Buttons on the TV .............................................................. 6
My Content 7
To use the menus ................................................................................ ?
Introduction .......................................................................................... 7
How to navigate through the Settings menus .................................... 7
Installation ............................................................................................. 8
Select the menu language .................................................................... 8
Store TV channels ................................................................................ 8
Weak channel installation .................................................................... 9
Software upgrade .................................................................................. 9
Setup menu ................................................................................................. 10
Preferences ........................................................................................ 10
- Picture/sound preferences .......................................................... 10
.Auto surround ....................................................................... 10
- Features preferences ................................................................... 10
.Caption service ...................................................................... 10
*Digital caption service ........................................................... 11
"Digital caption options ........................................................... 11
-Menu preferences ........................................................................ 12
.OSD ........................................................................................ 12
"Show emergency alerts (EAS) ............................................... 12
. SedChange PIN ...................................................................... 12
-Reset AV settings ......................................................................... 12
Source ................................................................................................ 13
Clock .................................................................................................. 13
- Auto clock mode ......................................................................... 13
- Auto clock channel ...................................................................... 13
- Time - Day ................................................................................... 13
- Time zone .................................................................................... 13
- Daylight saving ............................................................................. 13
TV menu .............................................................................................. 14
Picture menu ...................................................................................... 14
Auto picture ................................................................................. 14
Contrast ....................................................................................... 14
Brightness ..................................................................................... 14
Color ............................................................................................ 14
Sharpness ..................................................................................... 14
Color temperature ...................................................................... 14
Tint ............................................................................................... 15
Picture format .............................................................................. 15
Sound menu ....................................................................................... 15
Auto sound ................................................................................. 15
Volume ........................................................................................ 15
Balance ........................................................................................ 15
Headphone volume .................................................................... 16
Sound mode ................................................................................ 16
Alternate audio ........................................................................... 16
Digital Audio Language ............................................................... 16
Mono/Stereo ............................................................................... 16
AVL (Automatic Volume Leveler) ............................................. 16
Delta volume ............................................................................... 16
Features menu ................................................................................... 16
- Closed captions .......................................................................... 16
- Sleepdmer ................................................................................... 16
Channels menu .................................................................................. 17
Lock after .................................................................................... 17
Channel lock ............................................................................... 17
TV ratings lock ............................................................................ 17
Movie Ratings Lock ..................................................................... 18
Preferred channels ...................................................................... 19
Region ratings lock ..................................................................... 19
Clear region ratings .................................................................... 19
Connect Accessory Devices ........................................................... 20
Recorder (VCR /DVD+RW) ........................................................... 20
Recorder and other A/V devices ...................................................... 20
Recorder and cable box with RF output .......................................... 21
Satellite Receiver /cable box with AV outputs ............................... 21
Recorder and Satellite Receiver /cable box with AV outputs ....... 21
DVD Player or other accessory digital source devices .................. 22
HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) connectors ............. 23
Digital Surround receiver .................................................................. 23
Side connections ................................................................................ :24
Record with your recorder ............................................................. 24
Record a TV program ........................................................................ 24
To select connected devices .......................................................... 24
Troubleshooting Tips ....................................................................... 25
Tips ........................................................................................................ 26
Glossary ................................................................................................ 27
Specifications ...................................................................................... 28
Annex I - Magnavox TV software upgrade with portable
memory ................................................................................................ 29
SEnd of life directives
Mognovox is paying o lot of attention to produce endmnmentally friendly products in green focal areas, Yournew 7"7
contains materials which can be recycled and reused At the end of its life specialized companies can dismantle the
discorded 7"7to concentrate the reusable materials and to minimize the amount of materials to be disposed off.
Please ensure you dispose off your old TVaccording to local regulations.
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_I._A Guide to Digital TV
What is Digital Television (DTV)?
Digital Television (DTV) is relatively new type of broadcasting that promises to transform television viewing into a whole new
experience. Digital technol%o7 is used to capture images and sound to deliver a better picture quality. DTV technol%o7 is also
capable of multicasting and interactive capabilities.
There are many levels of digital television quality. The most common are:
Standard Definition TV (SDTV)
SDTV is the basic level of quality display and resolution for both analog and digital. Transmission of SDTV can be in the traditional
(4:3) or widescreen (I 6:9) format.
Enhanced Definition TV (EDTV)
EDTV is better in picture quality than analog television. The formats for EDTV are 480p widescreen (I6:9) or traditional (4:3).
EDTV is in the middle range quality between SDTV and HDTV.
High Definition TV (HDTV)
HDTV has the highest quality for digital broadcast formats, its resolution is widescreen format (I6:9). Combined with digitally
enhanced sound technology, HDTV sets new standards for sound and picture quality in television.
DTV is by fara more flexible and efficient technol%oy than the analog broadcast system. Analog broadcasts can only provide one
program at a time. Digital television can broadcast a high definition program or more than one standard definition program at the
same time. This is often referred to as "multicasting". Digital television can also give you interactive video and data services through
a single digital channel.
Do not insert the power plug in a wall socket before all connections
are made,
Place the TV on a solid surface or place the TV on the supplied stand.
For the mounting instructions of the stand, see the Connect Guide leaflet
supplied.
For ventilation, leave at least 4" to 6" free all around the TV. Do not
place the TV on a carpet. To prevent any unsafe situations, no naked flame
sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed in the vicinity.
Avoid heat, direct sunlight and exposure to rain or water. The equipment
shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
Mounting the TV on the wall
This TV is compatible with the VESA wall mounting standard. Please
contact your local electronics retailer for a VESA compliant bracket to wall
mount this TV.
Caution: Inst_lling the TV requires special skill that should only be
performed by qualified personnel. You should not attempt to do the work
yourself. Magnavox bears no responsibility for improper mounting or
mounting that results in accident or injury.
Make sure that the wall mount is being fixed securely enough so that it
meets safety standards.
For more details on mounting, please refer to the "Mounting
Guide".
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Your integrated digital TV automatically decodes and displays the four basic DTV
picture resolution standards.
- SDTV (Standard Definition TV) are broadcast as 480i (480-line interlaced) or
480p (480-line progressive scan) video.
- HDTV (High-Definition TV) are broadcast either in the 1080i or 720p formats,
always with a widescreen picture.
Note: Progressive scan video (p) is more like that you see in a movie theaten Images are
much more distinct and free of flicker; and motion is smoothen
Next to analog NTSC broadcast reception, your TV has an integrated High
Definition TV tuner which receives, decodes and displays terrestrial ATSC and
unscrambled cable (QAM) signals.
HDTV quality is only reproduced when a broadcaster or cable provider broadcasts
HDTV signals.
Note: Ask your broaclcaster or cable box provider to transmit/enable HD content to your
home, and possibly upgrade to aCableCard for ifre decnption of liD signals.
There are 2 ways to get HDTV content:
- via cable,
- via antenna.
Note; This dr_Jwingis used wherever you can connect cable or antenna,
- Cable TV
Connect the cable TV signal to the CABLE/ANTENNA 75 _=IF" jack at the bottom
of the TV. See page 8 for derails on using Autoprogram to store channels in the
TV's memory.
Note: this connection will supply stereo sound to the TV if it is being broadcast by the
station you are watching,
-Cable box with RF IN/OUT
•Connect the incoming cable TV signal to the cable IN jack (_ on the back of
the cable box.
. Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from the TO TV jack on the back of the
cable box to the CABLE/ANTENNA 75 n-it- jack (_) at the bottom of the TV.
Note: Your cable box may have adifferent label for the TO TVjack, such as
OUTPUT or OUT,
• Set the OUTPUT CH switch (_) of the cable box to CH 3or 4 (whichever is
correct for your cable box), then tune the TV to the corresponding channel.
Once tuned, change channels at the cable box, not the TV.
Note: This connection will not supply stereo sound to the T_ZThe reason is that the RF
output on a cable box labeled TO TV, OUT or OUTPUT for example will not send a
stereo signal to the tuner (VHF/UHF) input on a T_Z
-Cable box with A/V outputs
. Connect the incoming cable TV signal (_) to a signal splitter (not supplied).
The signal splitter enables you to avoid having to use the TO TV jack on the
back of the cable box. This jack will not supply stereo sound to the TV.
Note: Your cable box may have adifferent label for the TO TVjack, such as
OUTPUT or OUT,
" Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) to a connector on the signal splitter and
to the CABLE/ANTENNA 75 n-it" jack (_ on the TV.
•Connect another coaxial cable (not supplied) to a connector on the signal
splitter and to the cable IN jack (_) on the back of the cable box.
. Connect A/V cables (not supplied) to the VIDEO and AUDIO L and R outputs
on the back of the cable box and to the AV2 video (labeled VIDEO) and
AUDIO (labeled L and R) jacks (_ on the back of the TV.
•To view programs from your cable box, first press the AV+ button on the
remote control.
, Press the cursor clown or up buttons until the AV2 signal source is selected.
•Press the OK button to confirm your selection. The AV2 input source
becomes current for the viewing of cable TV programs through your cable box.
Note; If your cable box Audio/Video outputs will not supply wdeo and stereo audio to
the _you will need to make the connection shown above in the example "Cable box
with RF INIOUT',
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CABLE
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See Connect Accessory Devices, p. 22-23.
-Antenna
Via antenna you can watch whatever DTV programs being broadcast in your
area for free.
If you're not sure what HDTV programming is available in your area, contact
your local content provider or your local electronics store retailer.
Broadcasters are in the middle of a transition from analog to digital TV. This
means that a given broadcaster will have two channels on the air, one analog and
one digital.
Connect the incoming antenna signal to the CABLE/ANTENNA 75 n
=lr" jack at the bottom of the TV. See page 8 for details on using Autoprogram
to store channels in the TV's memory.
Note: This connection will supply stereo sound to the TVif it is being broadcast by the
station you are watching,
Direct Broadcast Satellite (DBS)
Satellite systems offer many of the same premium channels as cable systems, and
often at a lower price. To get these channels, you'll need to install a small dish
antenna outside.
There are 2 main DBS systems: DirecTV & DishNetwork. These systems require
separate, proprietary set top receiver boxes to decode their signals and send
them to your digital TV set. These boxes may include a digital TV tuner for off-
air DTV broadcasts.
Satellite broadcasters also provide major local channels, depending on the
market in which you live.
DBS also provides service in areas not covered by cable because they are in
rural areas or other areas not passed by a cable line.
DBS also allows you to watch pay-per-view events.
Before installing your TV or before hanging it on the wall, connect all your
accessory devices. See p. 20.
Refer to the bottom of the set for the correct operation voltage. Insert the power
cord in the wall socket.
Consult your local dealer if your mains supply is different. To prevent damaging
the mains (AC) cord which could cause a fire or electric shock, do not place the
TV on the cord.
O Remote control:
Insert the 2 batteries supplied (Type R6-1,SV). Be sure the (+) and (-) ends of the
batteries line up correctly (inside of case is marked.)
The battenes supplied do not contain the heavy metals mercury and cadmium. Please
check on how to dispose of exhausted batteries according to local regulations.
Turn the TV on:
Press the power switch O at the side of the TV. You may also press +CH/PAGE-
or POWER button on the remote control.
An indicator on the front of the TV lights up.
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_ii_Use of the remote control
Note: For most buttons pressing a button once will activate the function, Pressing a second time will de-activate Jr.
When a button enables multiple options, a small list will be shown. Pressrepeatedly to select the next Item Jn the list. The list will be removed automatically
after 6 seconds or press OK to remove immediately.
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AV
Press this button repeatedly to select the
source -AVl, AV2, AV3, HDMI, SIDE or TV
when in TV mode, according to where you
connected the accessory devices (p. 20).
Color buttons
When functionsattachedto the color
buttons, the colorbuttonsare shown on
screen,
CLOCK on/off
Time display (for max. 10 minutes)
MENU
Settings menu on/off, see p. 7.
Exit menu from sub-menu.
VOL Volume
Press + or - to adjust the volume.
MUTE
Interrupt the sound or restore it,
AICH
Pressto alternatebetween the currently
viewed channeland the previouslyviewed
channel.
CLOCK
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Display information: Press to display (when
available) information about the selected TV
channel and program or accessory device.
OK
- to activate a setting
- to display the list of channels stored
(according to the selection made in the
Installation mode (Antenna or Cable), p. 8.
- starts playing content in the Home
Multimedia Browser application, p. 24.
Cursor buttons
Pressthe cursor buttonsup/down, lefdrightto
navigate through the menus.
CH Channel selection
- To browse through the TV channels or
sources stored in the preferred channel list
(see p. 19).
- To select between Antenna or Cable TV
channels, first make your selection in the
Settings menu, see, p. 7.
Note: You don't have to start the installation
again once you have searched for and stored
the available TV channels,
Press the dot (.) for digital channels.
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_[ ...... i_ Press this button to summon a list of available display formats (depending on the receiving signal) This
AV
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c_:_ k'J _''_ Press this button repeatedly to select another picture format: Automatic, Super Zoom, 4:3, Movie
@'O _ @ expand 14:9, Movie expand 16:9, 16:9 subtitle, Wide screen.
Automatic Super zoom 4:3 Hovle expand 14:9
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'k_-J Hovle expand 16:9 16:9 subi_itle Wide screen
/ih Automatic makes the picture fill the screen as much as possible.
Super zoom removes the black bars on the sides of 4:3 programs with minimal distortion.
_.!i_ '(_,_'P*_(_D When in Movie expand 14:9, Movie expand 16:9 or Super zoom picture format, you can make subtitles
visible with the cursor up/down.
Note: With HD sources not all screen formats will be available.
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Should your remote be lost or broken you can still change some of the basic
settings with the buttons on your TV.
Press the power switch O to switch the TV on.
Press:
. the + VOLUME - button to adjust the volume;
. the + CHANNEL - buttons to select the TV channels or sources.
The MENU button can be used to summon the Settings menu without the
remote control.
Use:
• the + VOLUME - buttons to select up/down menu items and the + CHANNEL -
buttons to select left/right menu items;
• the MENU button to confirm your selection.
Note,'
When activated via the MENU button on the TV, only ExH; lets you,@srnJssthe menu,
Navigate to Exit and press the MENU button.
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To.sethemen.s
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How to navigate through the Settings menus
The Settings menu allows you to access and change settings and preferences.
. Press the MENU button on the remote control to summon the Settings
menu.
- On the left panel the highlight can be set on a menu item with the cursor
up/down.
The right panel shows the content of the highlighted menu item in the left
panel.
Note: Sometimes not all the menu items are visible on the screen. Use the cursor
down to re_vealall items,
-Use the cursor right to enter the right panel.
The content of the right panel is moved to the left panel and the right
panel shows the content of the newly highlighted item in the left panel.
Note: In some cases it is important that the picture can be watched while
adjusting the settings, This means that when the highlight is on the nght side
panel, the other menu items hide away, When the cursor left is pressed again,
ffle hidden menu items re-appear and the highlight moves to the left panel.
. Press the cursor left to go one menu level up again.
- Press the OK button on the highlighted item to activate and to dismiss the
menu.
- Press the MENU button again to exit the Settings menu.
Note: The menu is also dismissed by pressing one of ffle color buttons (if present)
refemng to certain actions which may be executed
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