Magnavox FS5762A1 User manual

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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECITIIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER {OR 8AC_J. NO USE_EI;MCEABLE PARTS
INEIDE, REFER SERVICING TO OUAUFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL,
A This "bolt of lightning" indicates
uninsulated material withinyour unit may
cause an electrical shock. For the safety of
everyone in your household, please do not
remove product covering.
•_ The "exclamation point" calls attention to
features for which you should read the
enclosed literature closely to prevent
operating and ma ntenance problems.
WARNING: TO PREVENTFIREORSHOCK
HAZARDI DO NOT EXPOSETHIS
EQUIPMENTTO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match
wide blade of plug to wide slot, and fully
insert,
ATTENTION: PoOr _viter les chocs
electriqlJes, int_oduire la lame la plus large
de la fiche dans la borne correspondante
de la prise at pousser jusqu'au fond.
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Serial No, which is
located on the rear of the cabinet.
Retain this information for future
reference,
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SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS- Read before operating equipment
Thisproductwasdesignedand manufacturedto meetstrict qualityand
safetystandards.Thereare,however,someinstallationand operation
precautionswhichyoushouldbeparticularlyawareof.
1. ReadInstructions- All thesafetyandoperatinginstructionsshould
bereadbeforetheapplianceisoperated.
2. RetainInstructions- Thesafetyandoperatinginstructionsshould
beretainedforfuturereference.
3. HeedWarnings- Allwarningsontheapplianceandintheoperating
instructionsshouldbeadheredto.
4. FollowInstructions- All operatinganduseinstructionsshouldbe
followed.
5. WaterandMoisture- Theapplianceshouldnotbeusednearwater
-for example,neara bathtub,washbowl,kitchensink, laundrytub,
inawetbasementor neara swimmingpool,etc.
6. CartsandStands- Theapplianceshouldbeusedonlywitha cartor
standthatisrecommendedbythemanufacturer.
6A. _ An applianceandcartcombinationshould be moved
with care. Quickstops, excessiveforce, and uneven
surfacesmaycausetheapplianceandcartcombination
tooverturn.
7. Wall orCeilingMounling- Theapplianceshouldbe mountedto a
wallorceilingonlyasrecommendedbythemanufacturer.
8. Venlilation- Theapplianceshouldbesituatedsothatits locationor
positiondoesnot interferewith its properventilation.Forexample,
theapplianceshouldnot besituatedon a bed,sofa,rug, or similar
surfacethat may block the ventilationopenings;or, placedin a
built-ininstallation,suchasa bookcaseor cabinetthatmayimpede
theflowofair throughtheventilationopenings.
9. Heal- Theapplianceshouldbe situatedawayfrom hearsources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances
(includingamplifiers)thatproduceheat.
10. PowerSources- Theapplianceshouldbe connectedto a power
supplyonlyof thetypedescribedin theoperatinginstructionsor as
markedontheappliance.
11. Power-CordProlection- Powersupplycordsshouldbe routedso
that theyarenot likelyto bewalkedon or pinchedby itemsplaced
upon or against them, paying particularattention to cords and
plugs,conveniencereceptacles,andthe pointwherethey exitfrom
theappliance.
12. Cleaning- Theapplianceshouldbe cleanedonlyasrecommended
bythemanufacturer.
13. PowerLines- An outdoorantennashould be locatedawayfrom
powerlines.
14. OutdoorAntennaGrounding- If anoutsideantennaisconnectedto
the receiver,be surethe antennasystemis groundedso as to
providesomeprotectionagainstvoltagesurgesandbuilt up static
charges.
Section810ofthe NationalElectricCode,ANSI/NFPANo.70-1984,
providesinformationwith respectto propergroundingofthemats
and supporting structure grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antennadischargeunit, size of groundingconnectors,locationof
antenna-dischargeunit, connectionto grounding electrodesand
requirementsforthegroundingelectrode.SeeFig.below.
15. Non-usePeriods- The powercord of the applianceshould be
unpluggedfrom the outlet whenleft unusedfor a long periodof
time.
16. ObjectandLiquid Entry- Careshouldbetakenso thatobjectsdo
not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosurethrough
openings.
17. DamageRequiringService-Theapplianceshouldbe servicedby
qualifiedservicepersonnelwhen:
A. Thepowersupplycordortheplughasbeendamaged;or
B. Objectshavefallen, or liquid has beenspilledinto the
appliance;or
C. Theappliancehasbeenexposedtorain;or
D. Theappliancedoesnotappeartooperatenormallyorexhibits
amarkedchangeinperformance;or
E. Theappliancehasbeendropped,or theenclosuredamaged.
18. Servicing- Theusershould notattemptto servicetheappliance
beyondthatdescribedin the operatinginstructions.Allother
servicingshouldbereferredtoqualifiedservicepersonnel.
Note to the CATVsystem 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 closeto the point of cable entry as practical.
EXAMPLEOFANTENNAGROUNDINGASPERNATIONALELECTRICALCODE(NEC)
ExampleofAntennaGrounding
as perNEC- NationalElectricCode
ANTENNALEADINWIRE
ANTENNADISCHARGEUNIT(NECSECTION810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NECSEC'_ION810-217
GROUND CLAMPS
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Welcome/Registration el Yore 1 V............................ 2
Safety/Precautions ..................................................... 3
Table of Contents ....................................................... 4
Features ...................................................................... 4
On-Screen (MENU) Features
<>Setting the TV for Cable TV Operation .............. 5
<>Adding Channels in Memory (Automatically)...6
<>Adding Channels in Memory (Manually) ........... 7
<>How to Set the TV for Closed Captioning ......... 8
<>Setting the TV for Stereo Programs .................... 9
<>Using Smart Sound .......................................... 10
<>'Using the TV Volume Bar Control ................... 11
<>Using the Smart Picture Control ....................... 12
<>Setting the Alternate Channel Control .............. 12
<>Using the TV Channel Reminder ...................... 13
<>Adjusting the TV Color .................................... 13
<>Setting the TV Sleep Timer Control ................. 14
<>Using the On-Screen Language Option ............ 14
<>Using the Audio Out Jacks .............................. 15
<>Using the TV's Audio/Video Input Jacks .... 16-17
Remote Control Operation
Setting the TV Remote to Work VCRs.18-19
Setting the TV Remote to Work
Cable TV Converters .......................................... 20-21
Setting the TV Remote to Work VCRs or Cable
Converters - Search Method .................................... 22
Using the Remote's VCR Buttons ............................ 23
U! General Information
Tips if Something Isn't Working ............... 24
Glossary of TV Terms ............................................. 25
Index ........................................................................ 25
Factory Service Locations .................................. 26-27
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Use the simple Set-Up Guide (supplied with
your TV information packet) for details on:
• Antenna Hook-ups
• First Time Set-Up
(Automatic Settings)
• Basic TV and Remote
Control Operation
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On-Screen Menu Use
• Feature Demonstration Mode
lnlrarcd Remote Control which works yore 'IV set
and a variety of wireless remote control VCRs and
Cable Converters.
Standard broadcast (VHFAJHF) or Cable TV
(CATV) channel capability.
Stereo Ready TV with built-in audio amplifier and
twin speaker system for receiving TV programs
broadcast in stereo sound.
Closed Captioning which allows the viewer to read
TV program dialogue or voice conversations as on-
screen text.
Automatic Programming of channels for quick and
easy selection of favorite stations available in your
area.
On-Screen Features (in either English, French, or
Spanish) which show helpful messages for setting of
TV controls.
Audio/Video jackpanel for direct connections with
VCRs (or other video accessories) for quality TV
picture and sound playback.
Smart Sound for the control of TV volume levels
during program changes or commercial breaks.
gmart P|eture automatic TV video control
adjustments for avariety of -viewing conditions and
program sources.
Sleep-Timer which automatically turns the TV OFF
at preset times.
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Vou need to make sure that the
ITV is set to pick up either
Cable TV stations or Antenna
signals. In other words, the TV
needs to know whether you have
connected a Cable TV signal or a
normal antenna to its ANTENNA
plug.
NOTE: If you went through Setup
(in your Quick Use Guide), this
task has already been completed
for you.
> Press MENU •or • on the
TV (or on the remote press M
button and then M •• buttons.)
Select the word CABLE with the
TV's on-screen Arrow.
<_ Press the (+) or (-) buttons
(on the TV or the remote) to select
either:
YES- If you DO have Cable TV
connected to the TV.
Channels 1-125 can be
selected.
NO- If you have an Antenna
connected to the TV.
Channels 2-69 can be
selected.
<_ Press STATUS to clear the
n screen
Try it out. Press
CHANNEL •• buttons
and scan the channels. CH•• on
the remote works only after
STATUS button is pressed (or
Menu times out.)
Remember, the TV has been set at
the factory to select certain
channel number._. ._ee the
fol_o_ving page on how to set the
TV to select the channels in your
area,
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our IV calt automatically _et
tself for local area (or Cable
TV) channels. This makes it easy
for you to select only the TV
stations in your area when the
CH(annel) ••buttons are
pressed.
NOTE: lf you went through Setup
(in your Quick Use Guide), this
task has already been completed
for you.
'_ Press MENU •or •on the
TV (or on the remote press M
button and then M &V buttons.)
Select the word PROGRAM with
the TV's on-screen Arrow.
<_ Press the (+) (on
button the
I TV or the remote) to PROGRAM.
<_ Press the (+) button again to
start the TV search for area
channels.
Flashing channel numbers will
count upward on the screen as the
TV looks for channels to "ADD".
Press any button (on the TV or
remote) to stop the channel search
at any time. When the channel
search is completed the TV will
return to the last viewed channel.
Press STATUS button to clear
the screen
and see which channels have been
added.
Remember, if you want to drop
any unwanted channels from the
TV's memory, see the next page
on how to "Manually" add and
delete channels.
Note: As the TV searches for
channels to "ADD" into memory
the on-screen display may move
(or jitter slightly). This is normal
operation and does not indicate a
need for service.
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added to the
_GRAMMINGIN PROCESS
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The TV screen will be blocked off I
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until the search for channels is
done.
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wuto I'rogtamtning (see
previous page) adds all the
channels it can find (on your
Antenna or Cable TV system) into
the TV's memory. Add/Delete
Channels makes it easy for you to
add other channels, or drop
unwanted channels,from the list
of channels in the TV's memory.
Press MENU ••the
or on
TV (or on the remote press M
button and then M •V buttons.)
Select the word CHANNEL with
the TV's on-screen Arrow.
<_ Press CHANNEL • •
buttons (or Channel Number
buttons on the remote) to select
the channel you want to SAVE (or
DELETE.)
<_ Press (+) button to SAVE the
selected channel number into
memory.
Press (-) button to DELETE a
channel from memory.
<_ Press the STATUS button to
clear the screen after adding all
the channels you want.
"l'ly it out. Press tile
m CHANNELkV buttons.
The channels you SAVED should
appear. The channels you
DELETED should not appear.
Remember, you can also add the
VCR/AUX mode (see page 16)
into the TV's channel memory.
Then by pressing the CH • •
buttons 'you can quick\_ select the
Audio/Video Input jacks on the
rear of the TV. Just "SAVE" the
VCR/AUX mode (located
between the lowest and highest
channel numbers) into the TV's
memory.
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If you need to SAVE (or DELETE) a
channel above I00, use the CHAY
buttons. The remote control number
buttons can select only up to channel 99.

losed Cat)tioning allows yoL_ to
read the voice content of
television programs on the TV
screen. Designed to help the
hearing impaired this feature uses
on-screen "text boxes" to show
dialogue and conversations while
the TV program is in progress.
<_ Press MENU •or • on the
TV (or on the remote press M
button and then M A• buttons.)
Select the word CAPTION with the
TV's on-screen Arrow.
<_ Press (+) or (-) buttons to select
the desired Closed Caption (CC)
mode - For Example: CAPTION 1.
CAPTION 1, 2, 3, or 4 mode:
dialogue (and descriptions)
for the action on the captioned
TV program shows on-screen.
(See important note on this
page.)
TEXT 1, 2, 3, or 4 mode:
often used for channel guide,
schedules, or bulletin board
information for CC programs.
Note: Usuall2_ "CAPTION" 1 is the
most used mode to view captioned
material.
_Press the STATUS button after
making your Caption mode
selection.
The TV display will clear and
Captioning material (if available on
the currently selected TV program)
will appear on the TV screen.
To cancel, set the CAPTION
feature to OFF when finished
viewing.
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stations will often use
spelling abbreviations, symbols,
dropouts and other grammatical
shortcuts in order to keep pace
with the on-screen action. These
type factors vary upon the source
of the captioned text material and
do not indicate a need for service
on the part of the TV.
NOTE: Not all TV programs and product commercials are nlade for broadcast
with Closed Caption (CC) information included. Neither are all Closed Caption
modes (CAPTION 1-4, or TEXT 1-4)) necessarily being used by a broadcast
station during the transmission of a closed caption program. Refer to your area's
TV program listings for the stations and times of Closed Caption shows.
CAI' I'I()N mode
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broadcast stereo TV
programs. The TV has both an
amplifier and twin speakers
through which the stereo sound
can be heard.
<_ Press MENU • or •on the
TV (or on the remote press M
button and then M A• buttons.)
Select the word STEREO with the
TV's on-screen Arrow.
_) Press (+) button to turn the
STEREO MODE ON.
Press STATUS clear the
to
screen
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not present on a selected
show and the TV is placed in
the STEREO mode, the sound
coming from the set will remain
monaural (mono.)
SAP is a_ additional t)ztxt ol the
stereo broadcast system. Sent as a
third audio channel SAP can be
heard apart from the current TV
program sound. TV stations are
free to use SAP for any number of
purposes, but many experts
believe it will be used for foreign
language translations of TV
shows (or for weather and news
bulletins.)
rt[ a SAP signa_ is not present
with a selected program, the SAP
option cannot be selected. Also, if
SAP is selected on a channel
(with SAP) and you select another
channel, when you return to the
original channel SAP will be OFF
(and you will have to reselect the
SAP feature.)
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STEREO

re you tired of the _ound of
commercials following you
into the next room or all through
the house? Smart Sound allows you
to preset a desired volume level
that the TV sound will not go
above. This makes for an even,
more consistent sound by reducing
the peaks and valleys that can
occur during program changes or
commercial breaks.
<_ Press the Smart Sound button
on the remote.
"SMART SOUND" shows on the
TV screen.
,_ Press the Smart Sound button
repeatedly to turn the volume
level control ON (or OFF.)
_,' _ Press the STATUS button to
clear the screen when completed.
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g works only with the
programs coming through the
Antenna/Cable input on the rear of
the TV (RF audio). It will not
control the sound levels for the
Auxiliary (VCPJAUX IN) audio
inputs.
NOTE: SMART SOUND can also be
selected with lhe TV's on-screen Menu.
Just press the (+) or (-) buttons to turn
the SMART SOUND control ON or
OFF.
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