Mitsubishi CS-35305 User manual
_,_MITSUBISHI
Television,
Owner's
Guide
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNI--L.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbcl,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence ofuninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's enclo-
sure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and mainte-
nance (servicing) instructions in the lite:ramre
accompanying the appliance.
_Warning: Don't leave stationary images, such as those generated from
stock market reports, video games, statior_ logos, or TV displays,
on-screen for more than 10 minutes. Still patterns such as these
can scar the TV, causing permanent damage to the picture tube.
.WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE 'THIS UNIT'S (POLARIZED) PLUG
WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
NOTE TO CATV 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 ]?ROPER
GROUNDING AND, IN PARTICULAR, SPECIFIES THAT THE CABLE GP_OUND SHALL BE
CONNECTED TO THE GROUNDING SYSTEM Of THE BUILDING, AS CLOSE TO THE
POINT OF CABLE ENTRY AS PRACTICAL.
MITSUBISHI OWNER'S GUIDE
Table of Contents
Important Safeguards ................................................................ 3
Preface: Welcome to Mitsubishi ............................................. 5
Summary of Special Features ........................................... 6
Unpacking Your TV ............................................................. 7
What's in Each Chapter ...................................................... 8
Some Conventions Used :inthis Guide .............................. 9
Chapter 1: Getting to Know Your TV .................................. 11
Overview of the Control Panel ........................................ 12
Overview of the Remote Control ..................................... 14
Getting ready to use the remote control ..................... 14
Remote control buttons and functions ........................ 16
Chapter 2: Connecting Your TV ........................................... 21
Overview of the Back Panel .............................................. 22
Basic Connections ............................................................. 24
TV + antenna or cable without a
decoder box .............................................................. 25
TV + cable with a decoder box ...................................... 26
TV + separate UHF and VHF antennas .................... 27
TV + VCR + antenna or cable without
a decoder box ............................................................ 28
TV + VCR + cable with a decoder box ........................ 31
TV + audio system ........................................................ 34
Chapter 3: Operating Your TV .............................................. 35
Getting Started .................................................................. 36
Adjusting the color purity ............................................ 37
Using the remote control to operate ,:able boxes
and other brands of VCRs ...................................... 38
Turning the TV on/off. ................................................. 41
Selecting the input source .......................................... 42
Changing channels ........................................................ 43
Understanding the or.L-screen menus ......................... 46
Setting the clock ............................................................ 47
Memorizing channels ................................................... 49
Adding and deleting channels .................................... 50
Renaming the input ...................................................... 51
Selecting the menu language ..................................... 52
Using video mute .......................................................... 53
Adjusting the sound ...................................................... 54
Adjusting the picture ................................................... 56
Using the closed caption decoder ............................... 57
UsingtheAdvancedFeatures.........................................59
Settingthetimer..........................................................60
Usingtheparentallock...............................................61
UsingtheSuperQuickViewtuning..........................65
SelectinganadvancedPIPfunction...........................66
Chapter 4: Using the Special Features ............................... 67
Understanding the On-Screen Displays .......................... 68
Using the Off-Timer .......................................................... 69
Setting the off-timer. .................................................... 70
Changing or canceling the off-timer ........................... 71
Using the Advanced Picture-in-Picture (PIP) Modes ..... 72
Activating the PIP image .............................................. 73
Selecting the source of the PIP ................................... 74
Changing channels while using tile PIP modes ........ 74
Exchanging the PIP image and the main image ....... 75
Moving the PIP image ................................................. 75
Freezing the PIP image ............................................... 76
Using the Snap-shot feature ....................................... 77
Using the Replay feature ............................................. 78
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting ................................................. 79
Caution and Care ............................................................... 82
Calling for Service ............................................................. 83
Appendix: Procedure for Bypassing the
Parental Lock ............................................................................ 85
Index ........................................................................................... 87
Warranty ....................................................... Inside Back Cover
2 Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
PLEASE READ ALL THESE INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING YOUR TV RECHVER AND RETAIN
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS MARKED ON
THE _1_ RECEIVER.
1. Read Instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be
read before the appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings
All warnings on the appliance and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4. FolLow Instructions
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
Warning:
5. Cleaning
Unplug this TV receiver from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosal cleaners to
clean your TV. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
Cleaners may permanently damage your screen. Do
not clean your TV when it is on.
6. Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the TV
receiver manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture
Do not use this TV receiver near water -- for ex-
ample, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming
pool, and the like.
8. Accessories
Do not place this TV receiver on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The TV receiver may
fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and
serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a
cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by
the manufacturer, or sold with the TV receiver. Any
mounting of the appliance should follow the manu-
facturer's instructions, and should use a mounting
accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
9. Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for ventilation and to e_sure reliable operation
of the TV :receiver and t,3 protect it from over-
heating, and these openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings should never
be blocked by placing the '[W receiver on a bed,
sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This _.W
receiver should never be placed near or over a
radiator or heat register. :_his TV receiw_r
should not be placed in a built-in installation
such as a bookcase or rack unless proper
ventilation is provided or '_he manufacturer's
instructions have been ad:_ered to.
10. Power Sources
This TV receiver should, b,_ operated only from
the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of
power supplied to your home, consult your
appliance dealer or local power company. For
TV receivers intended to operate from battery
power, or other sources, refer to the operating
instructions.
11. Grounding or Polarization
This TV receiver is equipped with a polarized
alternating-current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other). This plug will fit
into the power outlet o:dy one way. This is a
safety feature. If you are unable to insert the
plug fully into the outlc.t, try reversing the plug.
If the plug should still fair[ to fit, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlast. Do
not defeat the safety purlcose of the polarized
plug.
12. Power-Cord Protection
Power-supply cords should be routed so that
they are not likely to be walked on or pinched
by items :placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to cords at plugs, conve-
nience receptacles, and t_e point where they
exit from the appliance.
An appliance and cart
combination should be
moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces
may cause the apphance
and cart combination to
overturn.
13. Lightning
For added protection for this TV receiver during
a lightning storm, or when it is left una'Ltended
and unused for long periods of time, unplug it
from the wall outlet and (tisconnect the antenna
or cable system. This will prevent damage to the
TV recei ver due to lighLni ng and power-line
surges.
14.PowerLines
Anoutsideantennasystemshouldnotbelocated
inthevicinityofoverheadpowerlinesorother
electriclightorpowercircuits,orwhereit canfall
intosuchpowerlinesorcircuits.Wheninstalling
anoutsideantennasystem,extremecareshould
betakentokeepfromtouchingsuchpowerlines
orcircuitsascontactwiththemmightbefatal.
15.Overloading
Donotoverloadwalloutletsandextensioncords
asthiscanresult,inariskoffireorelectricshock.
16.ObjectandLiquidEntry
:NeverpushobjectsofanykindintothisTV
receiverthroughopeningsastheymaytouch
dangerousvoltagepointsorshort-outpartsthat
couldresultinafireorelectricshock.Neverspill
LiquidofanykindontheTVreceiver.
17.'OutdoorAntennaGrounding
Ifanoutsideantennaorcablesystemisconnected
totheTVreceiver,besuretheantennaorcable
systemisgroundedsoastoprovidesomeprotec-
tionagainstvoltagesurgesandbuilt-upstatic
charges.
;Section810oftheNationalElectricalCode,ANSI/
NFPANo.70,providesinformationwithregardto
:propergroundingofthemastandsupporting
:structure,groundingofthelead-inwiretoan
antennadischargeunit,sizeofgroundingconduc-
tors,locationofantennadischargeunit,connec-
tiontogroundingelectrodes,andrequirementsfor
thegroundingelectrode.
EXAMPLE:OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
LEAD IN WIRE
NEC -- NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING
CONDUCTORS
-(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
18. Servicing
Do not attempt to service this TV receiver
yourself as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangero_.s voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
19. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this TV receiver from the wall outlet
and refer servicing to qualified service person-
nel under the followin_ conditions:
(a) When the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged.
(b) Ifl
PREFACE
Welcome to Mitsubishi
Congratulations on your purchase of this Mits_:bishi TV. Your TV
is designed for superb viewing pleasure as well as continued_
reliability.
To familiarize you with your TV and owner's gnide, we suggest that
you read through the preface, which provides t:._e following impor-
tant information:
0Summary of Special Features
0Unpacking Your TV
What's in Each Chapter
0Some Conventions Used in this Guide
Mitsubishi has strived to create your TV so that it will bring you
years of viewing enjoyment. Sirailarly, your owner's guide i,_
designed with a "user friendly" philosophy thai: will help you take
advantage of all of your equipment's features.
Once again, thank you for selecting our product and welcome to
Mitsubishi!
Summary of Special Features
Your top rated Mitsubishi TV delivers:
•181-Channel Capacity .... programs up to 181 channels,
ensuring your continued viewing pleasure as cable sem4ces
continue to expand.
• Two-Speaker Sound System --- a special speaker system that
produces clear stereo sound.
•Expanded Sound Capability --- allows you to connect the TV
to an external audio system for enhanced listening pleasure.
In addition to the standard features found on most advanced TVs,
Mitsubishi is proud to offer the following distinctive featm:es:
Remote Control with TV/VCR/CABLE Function --- uses a
single remote control transmitter for the television, certain
Mitsubishi VCRs, and also some VCRs an] cable boxes from
other manufacturers.
•On-Screen Displays --- appear whenever you adjust your TV,
showing you the status of your TV's various functions.
• On-Screen Menu --- simplifies the television's features with
easy to follow instructions.
•Closed Caption Decoder --- decodes hidden text information
included with TV shows and displays the text on-screen.
Extended Data Services --- (also knowr., as '_[DS,") allows
broadcasters to supply you with channel information, program
information, and the time of day. You can display this informa-
tion on-screen.
•Picture-in-Picture Mode --- allows you to view two different
sources at the same time.
Each of these features will be expIained in more detail in
Chapter 3, "Operating Your _J," and Chapter 4, "Using the Special
Features."
6 Preface: Welcome to Mitsubishi
€Unpacking Your TV
What you will find
As you unpack your new TV, please check t:o be sure that along
with the TV, the following items are included:
• an owner's guide containing a warranty',
• a registration card,
• a remote control transmitter, and
• a set of two AA size batteries for the remote control.
Afew suggestions
Before you hook up your new TV, please take a few minutes to:
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Complete the registration card. The r¢_,_tration card asks for
the TWs serial number, which you'll find on the back of the
unit.
Keep the box and packing materials for future use.
File your sales receipt.
Place the TV on a stable surface with suJ_cient lighting to do
the hook-up.
Unpacking Your TV 7
What's in Each Chapter
Here's what you will find in this owner's guide:
Chapter 1, "Getting to Know Your TV," introduces you to the
location and functions of the buttons and controls of your TV.
Chapter 2, "Connecting Your TV," explains how to connect a
VCR, antenna, decoder box and other equipment to your _[V.
Chapter 3, "Operating Your TV," provides the step-by-step
instructions you need in order to use your TV.
Chapter 4, "Using the Special Features," explains how to use
some of the special features of the TV.
Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," summarizes the problems you
may have along with suggestions for remedying these problems.
The appendix explains a procedure that allows you to bypass the
parental lock.
You'll also find a detailed index at the back oJ'the book.
8 Preface: Welcome to Mitsubishi
Some Conventions Used in this Guide
Mitsubishi has gone to great effort to provide users with an easy-to-
follow, useful owner's guide. You will find tha_ different types of
information are treated in different ways.
Users should read information labeled Important and int_rmation
that is boxed and labeled Warning• The owner's guide uses these
terms sparingly, and you should carefully rea,_t all information
highlighted in this manner.
Ima_o*opicortosklIlis*of*ela*edtopicsor*asksl
Ba_c Comaec*.ions
Lrelated topics or tasks J
/_
I_,o,0_to.
This cue indicates information
c_:itical to the operation of your
new TV.
This cue alerts you to informa-
tion describing dangerous
situations that could ruin your
equipment or cause electrical
shock.
The step-by-step instructions
on how to accomplish a
particular task are signaled
by white numbers on a black
backgro and.
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Some Conventions Used in this Guide 9
_CHAPTER ONE
Getting to Know Your TV
Now that you've unpacked your TV, read through the safety
information, and glanced at the overview explaining how this
owner's guide is organized, it's time to become Familiar with the
buttons and controls you'll be using when you operate the TV.
This chapter will introduce the range of options available when
using the buttons on the remote control or oil tlhe control panel of
the TV. It also offers some general guideline,_ fi)r using the remote.
Most functions can be controlled by using eithc,r the control panel
or the remote control, but certain specialized functions require the
use of one or the other. This chapter, which will familiarize you
with the full range of button functions, contains the following
sections:
€ Overview of the Control Panel
€Overview of the Remote Control
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Overview of the Control Panel
Buttons (!) through 0
are lecated here
The STRENGTH!DIRECTION
swi Bches (_)) are located here
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STRENGTH DIRECTION
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(_) power button (POWER)
Use this button to turn the TV on or off. When you turn the TV
on, the power indicator will light in green.
®program timer indicator
This indicator lights up in green when you turn the TV on; it
lights up in red when the timer is set and 1;he TV's power is off;
it lights in orange if the timer is set and the TV's power is on.
®volume controls (VOL)
Press the • button to turn up the volume and the • button to
turn down the volume.
(_) channel controls (CH)
Use the • button to switch to a channel with a higher number
and the • button to switch to a channel with a lower number.
input button (INPUT)
Use this button to select the input source you want to view:
• TV, or
• Input.
®A/V reset button (A.V. RESET)
Press this button to reset all audio and vi,Jeo functions, to their
normal level or setting, except: volume, reception mode,
speaker, and closed captioning.
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degauss button (DEGAUSS)
If there is color impurity in your TV's picture, press this button.
color purity adjustment switches (STRENGTH,
DIRECTION)
Set these switches accordb_g to the placement of your
television. (Please see page 37.)
Overview of the Control Pane] 13
Overview of the Remote Control
Getting ready to use the remote control
installing the batteries
OTake the box containing two AA size batteries from the packing
bag.
O Remove the back cover of the remote control by pushing in the
direction of the arrow.
Load the batteries as indicated in the illusl;ration, making sure
that they are positioned correctly (+ to +_ and - to -).
0 Replace the back cover of the remote control.
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For best results, use Duracell AA (MN1500) batteries.
14 Chapter 1: Getting to Know Your TV
some do's and don'ts
To ensure that your remote control will continue working properly,
follow these guidelines:
• Don't press two or more buttons at the santo time, unless
specifically instructed to do so in this owner's guide.
• Don't allow the remote control to get wet or become heated.
• Avoid dropping the remote control on a ha:d surface.
• When cleaning the remote control, don't use any harsh
chemicals. Use only a soft, slightly moistened cloth.
general instructions
When using the remote control to operate the TV, VCR, or cable
box, follow these procedures:
O Be within 20 feet of the desired equipment.
O Point the top of the remote control toward the equipment.
Press the appropriate button or sequence of buttons.
guidelines for using batteries
•Don't use a new battery with an old one.
•Don't heat, take apart, or throw batteries into afire.
The following section explains :more about the range of options
available when using the remote control.
Overview of the Remote Control 15
Remote control buttons and functions
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select buttons
Use these buttons to select the component you wish to operate:
the TV, a cable decoder box, or a VCR. These buttons are also
used to set up your remote control for your particular brand of
cable box or VCR.
VCR buttons
These buttons can be used to control VCRs. The remote control
is pre-set to operate Mitsubishi VCRs, and it can be pro-
grammed to operate VCRs t_om other manufacturers.
power button (POWER)
Use this button to turn the TV on or off. _:hen you turn the TV
on, the power indicator lights in green.
mute control (MUTE)
Use this button to turn the sound off completely or to restore it
to its original volume.
super quick view button (SQV)
Press this button to view the channels t:_at you have pro-
grammed into super quick view memors'. (See page 45.11
quick view button (QV)
Press this button to instantly switch to the channel that you
memorized as the quick view channel. (Se_ page 45.)
volume control (VOLUME)
Press the top part of the button to turn Ul_the volume; press
the bottom part of the button to turn down the volume.
input button (INPUT)
Use this button to select the input source you wish to view:
Q WV_ or
• Input.
channel control (CHANNEL)
Press the top part of this button to change to a channel with a
higher number; press the bottom part to change to a channel
with a lower number.
enter and exchange button (ENTER/EXCH)
Use this button after selecting a channel number or at_Ler
selecting an item from the on-screen menu system. You will
also use this button with the PIP modes.
Overview of the Remote Control 17
Remote control buttons and functions (cont.)
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audio and video controls
These buttons are used together to adjust, audio and video
functions (other than volume) with a two-step process: you use
the audio or video button to select a function, then you _:se the
adjust up!down buttons or _ght/left button:_ to adjust it.
audio function button (AUDIO) --- Use this button to
select one of the following audio functions:
-stereo/SAP/mono,
- bass,
- treble,
- balance,
- surround off/simulate/hall, or
- speaker on/off.
video function button (_VIDEO) --- U,_e this button to
select one of the following video functions:
-tint,
-color,
- contrast,
- brightness,
-sharpness,
- color temperature high/middle/low, or
- closed captioning.
adjust buttons (ADJUST • V), rightqeft button,_ (,,)
After selecting the audio or video function, use the ADJUST
buttons (• • ) or right]left buttons ('') to adjust the
function you've selected. These buttons can be used to:
- turn the function on or off(e.g., speakec),
- increase or decrease the function (e.g., color),
- shift from one end of a scale to the othc,r (e.g., balance), or
- select a position (e.g., s_ereo).
You will also use the adjust buttons with the Picture-in-Picture
features and to select items on the on-scree:a menus.
menu button (MENU)
Use this button to display the on-screen menu system, which
gives you access to your TV's features.
cancel button (CANCEL)
This button is used to cancel a channel number and to clear the
settings of on-screen menus.
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