Panasonic TC 19LX50 User manual

Panasonic
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LCD Television
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TV screen image is simuUated.
LCD TV shown above is modeU TC-23LX50.
For assistance, pmease call : 1-800-211-PANA (7262)
or visit us at www.panasonic.corn/contactinfo (U.S.A.)
For assistance, pmeasecall : 787-750-4300
or visit us at www.panasonic.com (Puerto Rico)
For assistance, pmeasecall : 1o800o561o5505
or visit us at www.panasonic.ca (Canada)
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
I English }
{ Espa_ol } [nesumen] TQBC0994

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head within atriangle is intended ,__ triangle is intended to te!l the
to tell the user that parts inside user that important operating
the product are a risk of electric and servicing instructions are in
shock to persons, the papers with the appliance,
[] Note to CATV System Insta(ier: This reminder is provided to direct the CATV system (nstaUer's
attention to Art(c(e 820-40 of the NEC that provides gu(deUnesfor proper grounding and, in part(cu(ar,specifies
that the came ground shah be connected to the grounding system of the buUd(ng, as chose to the point of
came entry as practical
SHotsand openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, and to ensure reliable
operation of the LCD TV and to protect it from overheating, These openings must not be blocked or covered,
There should be at least 10 cm of space from these openings, The openings should never be blocked by
placing the LCD TV on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface, This LCD TV should not be placed in a built-
in installation such as a bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided,
[] (rnportant Safety (nstructions for LCD TV
1 Read these instructions,
2 Keep these instructions,
3 Heed all warnings,
4 Follow all instructions,
5 Do not use this apparatus near water,
6 Clean only with dry cloth,
7 Do not block any ventilation openings, Install in accordance with the manufacturer's 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 a third grounding prong,
The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety, If 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 the 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 the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped,
15) Operate 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 television dealer or local power company,
16) Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the LCD TV,
17) Never push objects of any kind into this LCD TV through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock, Never spill liquid of any kind
on the LCD TV,

important Safety instructions
18) If an outside antenna is connected to the
television equipment, be sure the antenna system
is grounded so as to provide some protection
against voltage surges and built up static
charges. In the U.S. Section 810-21 of the
National Electrical Code provides information
with respect to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the bad-in wire
to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
19)An outside antenna system should not be located
in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other
EXAMPLEOF ANTENNA
GROUNDmNGAS PER(NEC)
NATmONALELECTRmCAL
CODE
GROUND
CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT -_
LEAD-IN WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NECSECTION810-20)
GROUNDINGCONDUCTORS
(NECSECTION810-21)
GROUNDCLAMPS
POWER SERVICEGROUNDING
ELECTRODESYSTEM
(NECART 250,PARTH)
electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an
outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits
as contact with them might be fatal.
20) Unplug this LCD TV from the wall outlet, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
b. If liquid has been spilled into the LCD TM
c. If the LCD TV has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the LCD TV does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and wiii often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the LCD TV to normal operation.
e. If the LCD TV has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the LCD TV exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.
21) When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by
the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may
result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
22) WARNING : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
DO NOT PLACE LIQUID CONTAINERS (FLOWER VASES, CUPS, COSMETICS, ETC.)
ABOVE THE SET. (INCLUDING ON SHELVES ABOVE, ETC.}
23) WARNING : KEEP UNNEEDED SMALL PARTS AND OTHER OBJECTS OUT OF THE REACH OF
SMALL CHILDREN. THESE OBJECTS CAN BE ACCIDENTALLY SWALLOWED. ALSO,
BE CAREFUL ABOUT PACKAGING MATERIALS AND PLASTIC SHEETS.
24) CAUTION : TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USETHiS PLUG WiTH A RECEPTACLE OR OTHER
OUTLET UNLESSTHE BLADESCAN BE FULLYiNSERTED TO PREVENTBLADE EXPOSURE.
25) CAUTION : USE WiTH OTHER STAND MAY RESULT IN iNSTABiLiTY POSSIBLY CAUSING iNJURY.
26) CAUTION : DANGER OF EXPLOSION iF BATTERY iS iNCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY
WiTH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.
m This product utilizes timbad somder,and has afluorescent mampcontaining aemam_amou_ of mercury. Dispoeamof
these materiamemay be regumatedin your community dueto environmentaBconsiderations. For disposaBor recycling
information phase contact your Iocamauthorities, or the EmectroniceindustriesAHiance: www.eiae.or_
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Dear Panasonie Customer
Welcome to the Pat_asonic fami[y c_Sfcustomers.
We hope that you wi/[ have many years _.!f enjoyment from your new LCD T_
To obtain maximum bene/_'t j?om your set, please read these instructions be[_;we
making any adjustments, and retain them i?_r j_ture r<A_rence.
Retain your purchase receipt, and record the mode[ number and seria/ number
of your set in the space provided on the rear cover of these instructions.
For assistance, please call : l=800-211=PANA (7262)
or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo (U.S.A.)
For assistance, please call : 787°750-4300
or visit us at www.panasonic°com (Puerto Rico)
For assistance, please call : 1-800-561 °5505
or visit us at www.panasonic.ca (Canada)
Federal Communication Commission information
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a TV Broadcast Receiver, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rubs. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference wiii not occur in a particular
installation, if this equipment does cause or receive interference, which can be determined by turning
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the TV antenna.
Increase the separation between TV and other equipment.
Connect TV into separate outlet from other equipment.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio /TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
The ENERGY STAR_ label, a symbol for energy efficiency, was created by the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.8. Department of Energy
(DOE) to help customers identify products that can save them money and protect
the environment by saving energy. ENERGY STAR:_compliant products generally
consume less energy than similar standard products.
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important Safety instructions .............................. 2
Maintenance .......................................................... 5
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ................................... 6
Remote control battery installation ...................... 6
Installation ............................................................. 7
Connections .......................................................... 8
Antenna Connection ............................................ 8
Cabb Box Connection ......................................... 8
Connecting Other Equipment .............................. 9
Connecting Headphones /Earphones ............... 10
Power ON /OFF ................................................... t0
Basic Controls ..................................................... tt
Menu Operations ................................................. t2
Tuning Channels ................................................. t4
LOCK .................................................................... t5
CLOSED CAPTION .............................................. t9
INPUT LABEL ...................................................... t9
OTHER ADJUST .................................................. 20
PICTURE ADJUST ............................................... 21
POSITION/SIZE .................................................... 22
AUDIO ADJUST ................................................... 23
ASPECT Controts ................................................ 24
Operating peripheral equipment using
the remote control ............................................ 25
Programming the remote control code .............. 25
infrared Code index ........................................... 26
Mode Operational Key Chart ............................. 28
Manuet de instrueeiones [ Resumen ]
lnstaiaci6n .................................................. 29
Instalaci6nde laspilasde!mandoa distancia..... 29
Conexi6n .................................................... 30
Conexi6n de antena .................................. 30
Conexi6n dei receptor de TV pot cable ..... 30
Conexi6n de otro equipo ........................... 31
Conexi6n de auriculares ............................ 32
Cone×i6n /desconexi6n de la aHmentaci6n ,,, 32
Controles basicos ...................................... 33
Operaciones con menus ........................... 34
Sintonizaei6n de eanaJes .......................... 36
Troubleshooting .................................................. 37
CUSTOMERSERVICESDIRECTORY(for U.S.A.)............38
Specifications ...................................................... 39
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth dipped in a soap and
water solution or a weak detergent solution.
* Use eyeglass cleaner to remove stubborn dirt from the LCD.
* Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit=
* Before using a chemically treated cloth, carefully read the instructions that
came with the cloth.
Mild
detergent
CAUTION :
If water or other liquid enters the monitor through the display panel surface, a malfunction may occur.
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Check the accessories before installation.
, Operating instructions
Panason_
, Remote Control
Transmitter , Batteries for the Remote Control
Transmitter
(2 x AA size)
, Warranty Card
, Product Registration Card and
Customer Care Plan Card (For
U.S.A.)
, F-Type Antenna Connector
(for 4C-2V) ( x 1)
Remote control battery
Requires two AA batteries.
1. Open the battery cover. 2. Install the batteries.
Notethecorrectpolarity(+ and-).
Two AA size
3. Replace the cover.
Z_ Precaution on battery use
klcorrect installation can cause battery bakage and corrosion that will damage the remote control transmitter.
Disposal of batteries should be in an environmentally friendly manner.
1. Always use new batteries when replacing the old set.
2. Do not attempt to charge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or burn used batteries.
3. Battery replacement is necessary when remote control acts sporadically or fails to operate this unit.
Notes:
* Do not drop, apply shock to or step on the remote control
* Do not spill water on the remote control.
* Do not place objects between the remote control and remote control receiver.
* Do not use remote controls for other equipment at the same time.
* If the TV does not operate even when using the remote control from a close range, it is time to replace
the batteries.
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Receiver Location
Locate at a comfortaMe distance for viewing, Avoid pHacingwhere sunlight or other bright Hight(incHuding
reflections) wHHfall on the screen,
Use of some types of fHuorescent Hghting can reduce remote controHtransmitter range,
Adequate ventilation is essentiaH to prevent internaHcomponent failure, Keep away from areas of excessive
heat or moisture,
How to use the LCD stand
Adjust the stand to your desired angHe,The stand angHecan be adjusted between 5 o forward and 10 o
back, and rotated 20 oto the right /Heft,
OptionaJ ExternaJ Equipment
The Video /Audio connection between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables, For
best performance, antenna cables should utilize 75 ohm coaxial shielded wire, Cables are available from
your dealer or electronic supply store,
Before you purchase any cables, be sure you know what type of output and input connectors your various
components require, Also determine the length of cable you'll need,
For optimum quality picture
When the LCD is exposed to light from outdoors or lighting fixtures, high-contrast pictures may not be displayed
clearly, Turn off florescent lamps near the LCD and place in a location not exposed to outdoor light,
Now to hang the LO# Television on the wait
This LCD Television is for use only with the following optional accessory, Use with any other type of optional
accessories may cause instability which could result in the possibility of injury,
® Wall-hanging bracket ........................................................ TY-WK22LR1W
Always be sure to ask a
qualified technician to carry
out set-up,
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Note:
CaMes and connectors are not supplied with this seL
Antenna Connection
For proper reception of VHF/UHF channeHs, an externaHantenna is required, For best reception, an outdoor
antenna is recommended, The antenna mode must be set to TV (see page 14, Mode seHection),
Back of the TV
Antenna TerminaH VHFAntenna UHFAntenna
CabmeBox Connection
o For reception of came channeHs(01 - 125), connect the came supplied by your HocaHcame company, The
antenna mode must be set to CABLE (see page 14, Mode seHection),
* Certain cabHesystems offset some channeHsto reduce interference or view Premium (scrambHed)channeHs,
A came converter box is required for proper reception, Check with your local cable company for its
compatibility requirements,
* Set the TV channel to CH3 or CH4 when using this connection,
[co ,oBo I
Back of the TV _ ncoming 75 Ohm Cable
from Cable Company
Cabme Box and VCR I
Back of the TV incoming 75 Ohm Cable
from Cable Company
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Connecting Other Equipment
I Rear Input Terminals ]
To bundle the cables with the clamper
• - 1. Pull upward. 2. Put the cables in
the damper and
dose.
Note:
Toavoid noise do not put the antenna cable
and the power cord together.
Back of the TV
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
g.,
DVD /STB P_ _
..L.o@ '_
Super-VHS VCR
_'_' _
CAMCORDER
COMPONENT VIDEO cable
AUDIO cable
S-VIDEO cable
VIDEO cable
AUD'IO
COMRO.EnTW0EOi,Ru_
!INPUT
t 2
7_ _ AuTJooUr
VIDEO GAME
CONSOLE @
Notes:
* When connecting video cables, priority is given to the S-Video cable when both the S-VIDEO input terminal
and the VIDEO input terminal are connected.
* Please make inquiries of video game manufacturers concerning component cables to connect with video
game console.
Rear Output Terminals
AUDIO cable
9

Connecting Headphones /Earphones
(Not supplied)
Preparation
Connect the plug to the waii outleL
Note:
The TV consumes some power as long as the power
cord is inserted into the wan outleL
Main POWER _? [_}[_[_OO I
switch ...................
Power Indicator
Remote control
sensor
C.A.T.S. sensor
LCD C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking
System) automatically senses the ambient
light conditions and adjusts the brightness and
gradation accordingly, to optimize contrast.
C.A.T.S. is in effect when PIC MODE is set to
AUTO (see page 21).
r
Power cord
On the main unit
POWER
Press to turn the TV's main power on /off.
*Power indicator
Main power ON: Green
Main power OFF: No light
On the remote control
Press to turn the TV on /off.
,Power indicator
Power ON : Green
Power OFF (Standby): Red
oThis does not work when the main
power is off (No light) (see above).
Note:
The screen below is displayed for a few
moments when the TV is turned on.
ZOOM
%Note:
Select the menu language before operating the TV (see
pages 12, 13, LANGUAGE).
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< Top Side Controls > _ SAP button
power on/off.(see page 10) Channet Up/Down
Power button
Press to turn the TV ON or OFR
Note:
The TV's power cord must first be plugged
into the wall outlet and then the TV can
be turned on using the POWER switch.
Direct program number
seJection buttons
R-TUNER-TUNE button
L,) Switches to previously viewed
channel or video mode.
Not effective under the following
conditions:
1. Right after the TV is turned on.
2. After switching TV /CATV
(MODE in PROGRAM
3. Right after the ACP (Automatic
channel programming)
execution.
4. When the same channel as the
present channel is selected.
SLEEP PROGdashbutton/SLEEPTIMERbutton--
PROG
(_) Program dash channel numbers
for DTV and DBS.
Sleep timer (MINUTES)
ASPECTASPECT button
TV/VCR
0 Change screen size (see page 24).
r JUST'-_ ZOOM -_ FULL-_ NORMAL]
MUTE
O CO O
Selects Audio mode (see page 23).
r-_STEREO-_ SAP.-> MONO -1
!
Mode Selection buttons
Digital Broadcasting SateIlite mode for
RemoteControl/Cabb TVModeSebdion
for Remote Control mDigital Video
1
VCR Mode Selection mDielCctbli°£1or
for Remote Control mRemote Control
TV Mode Selection for Remote Control
Chanqes to the next channel up
Movescursor upwardduring menumode.
Reduces volume Increases volume
Moves cursor to Moves cursor to
the left during the right during
menu mode. menu mode.
ah
Displays menu Press to Return
Press to access to previous
TV, DTV, DBS MENU or EXIT
or DVD menus, from menu.
Changes to the next channel down
Movescursordownwardduringmenumode.
Press to display input mode menu.
While the menu is displayed, press
again to change the input mode.
The input mode changes each time
this button is pressed.
Press this button to mute the sound,
press again to cancel the mute.
1
TV/VIDEORECALL MUTE GUIDE GUIDEbutton
O O O o-
Hfor DBS.
Press to display the current system
status, for example, Aspect mode,
Channel number, Stereo mode, TV/
VIDEO and Off timer.
Operation of other Device
VCR
DVD Skip Search REW/FF PLAY Pause STOP
VCR VCR RECORD TV/VCR Switch VCR CH up/down
CABLE/DBS - STB-ASPECT PAGE up/down
DVD - Open/Close Slow+i-
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Press to display MENU
screen.
TV/VIDEO
Change the input mode.
, Press to display the input
sebction menu.
, Press corresponding
number key on the
remote control to select
the input of your choice.
Note:
Video input can also be
TV/VIDEO
selected bypressing O ,
then the CH A_ buttons,
and push OK" key.
®SAP
OK
VOL VOL
I
_CALL MUTE GUIDE
® ® ®
R-TUNE PROG
ON SCREEN HELP 'instruction' box
An On Screen Help box is displayed when a menu is displayed
on the TM This Help box indicates which keys on the remote control
are used to navigate the menu shown.
or
iit!i !i,iiiiii¸
[] POSITION /SIZE
8 i
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Menu Operations
Press to seHectthe MENU screen (ADJUST or SET UP),
Press to seHectthe sub-menu feature,
Press to dispHaythe sub-menu screen,
o To return to the previous screen "
®To exit the MENU screen:
RETURN
EXIT
(2:)
MENU
C) This returns TV to normaHviewing,
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PIC MODE ..........................................
BRIGHTNESS
COLOR
TINT
SHARPNESS (See page 22)
BASS
TREBLE
AISOUND
SURROUND
(See page 23)
(See page 21)
1
SeHectthe menu Hanguage.
(See page 19)
AUTO PROGRAM
MANUAL PROGRAM
(See page14)
(See page 19)
BLOCK PROGRAMS:
STATUS
ENTER CODE FIRST
(See pages 15-18)
VIDEO NR
MPEGNR
3D Y/C FILTER
COLOR MATRIX
(See page 20)
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Press the TV/VIDEO button to display the TV channel.
Press the MENU button to display the MENU screen and select SET UP.
Press to select PROGRAM CH.
3Mode sebction
Press to select MODE.
select TV or CABLE.
Automatic channem programming
AutomatbaHHyscans and stores aii the TV channeis.
Manuam channem programming
Add or deiete a channei manuaiiy.
Press to select AUTO 4
PROGRAM.
Press to display the
AUTO PROGRAM
screen.
Press to select
MANUAL PROGRAM.
Press to display the
MANUAL PROGRAM
screen.
5Press to select YES.
Press to start AUTO
PROGRAM.
5Press to select the
channel.
,You can also use the
numbered buttons.
Channels wiii automatically advance until aii channels
have been scanned. Channel numbers with video
signal received wiii be stored in the Channel Memory.
Notes:
*When any button is pressed during AUTO
PROGRAM, the TV wiii return to normal viewing.
(Channels searched up to that point are added.)
*After AUTO PROGRAM finishes, the lowest channel
number added wiii be displayed.
*When there is no receivable channel, channel 69 (for
TV) or channel 125 (for cable TV) is displayed.
6
channel from the
Channel Memory (the
channel number turns
yellow).
,Repeat steps 5 and 6 for other channels.
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V-Chip technoHogyallows parents to use the TV rating codes to Mock programs that they feeHare inappropriate
for their children to watch.
Press the MENU button to dispHaythe MENU screen and seHectSET UP.
Press to seHectLOCK
-- Press to dispHaythe LOCK screen.
Input 4-digit code.
oTo dear the numbers while entering the code,
press Up _ or Down _.
oYou wHHneed the code to enter the LOCK menu.
oAfter entering your password for the first time,
ENTER CODE FBRSTwHHchange to CHANGE
CODE.
Note:
Use a code that is easy to remember and record it in a safe pHace.
3Press to seHectBLOCK PROGRAMS.
-- Press to seHect U.S. MOVES, U.S. TV
PROGRAMS, CANADIAN ENGLISH
or CANADIAN FRENCH.
4Press to seHectSTATUS.
-- Press to seHectOFF or ON.
OFF : Can view aHprograms.
ON : Cannot view programs Hocked in
CHANGE SETTBNG.
5Press to seHectCHANGE SETTBNG.
Press to enter the next menu.
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U.S. MOVIES
This TV features the "V-Chip technology" which allows you to use Motion Picture Ratings when view#)g movies
or video tapes• This innovation allows parents to block various types of movies and video tapes at their discretion.
Press to select VEW NR PROGRAMS?_
Press
NO
YES
Notes:
* When a rating is
* When a rating is
to select NO or YES.
•Cannot view programs with NR signals.
Can view programs with NR signals.
Press to select the rating.
..............................Press to lock or unlock the rating.
Lock "Red
Unlock: Green
locked, all ratings below this rating are locked.
unlocked, all ratings above this rating are unlocked.
CONTAINS NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE)
PROGRAMS. Movie has not been rated or rating does not apply.
GENERAL AUDIENCES. All ages admitted.
PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED. Some material may not be suitable for children.
PARENTSSTRONGLYCAUTIONED. Somematerialmaybe inappropriateforchildrenunder 13.
RESTRICTED. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
NO ONE 17AND UNDER ADMITTED.
ADULTS ONLY.
U.S. TV PROGRAMS
This TV features the "V-Chip technology" which allows you to use U,S, TV PROGRAMS Guide ratings to
block various typos of TV programs,
Press to select VIEW NR PROGRAMS? VIEW NR PROGRAMS?
-- Press to select NO or YES.
NO "Cannot view programs with NR signals.
YES "Can view programs with NR signals.
Press to select SETTING.
Press to select BASIC or DETAILED.
BASIC :You can select the ratings.
DETAILED :You can select the ratings and options.
Press to select the rating.
|
Rating Option
Press to lock or unlock the rating.
Lock "Red
Unlock "Green
,When a rating is locked, aii ratings (including options) below this rating are locked.
, When a rating is unlocked, aii ratings (including options) above this rating are unlocked.
, When an option (V, S, L or D) is locked, aii the same options (V, S, L or D) below this rating are locked.
, When an option (V, S, L or D) is unlocked, aii the ratings and the same options (V, S, L or D) above this
rating are unlocked.
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Not Rated. See Customer Caution below.
All children. The themes and elements in this program are specifically designed for a
very young audience, including children from ages 2-6.
Directed to older children. Themes and elements in this program may include mild physical
or comedic violence, or may frighten children under the age of 7.
General audience. It contains little or no violence, no strong language, and little or no
sexual dialogue or situations.
Parental guidance suggested. The program may contain infrequent coarse language,
limited violence, some suggestive sexual dialogue and situations.
Parents strongly cautioned. This program may contain sophisticated themes, sexual
content, strong language and more intense violence.
Mature audiences only. This program may contain mature themes, profane language,
graphic violence, and explicit sexual content.
FANTASY/CARTOON VIOLENCE
VIOLENCE
SEX
OFFENSIVE LANGUAGE
DIALOGUE WITH SEXUAL CONTENT
The V-Chip system that is used in this set is capable of blocking "NR" programs [non rated, not applicable
any of the following types of programming:
• Emergency Bulletins _Such as EAS n essages, weather warnings and others
° Locally originated programming •News _Political • Public Service Announcements . Religious •Sports
•Weather
CANADIAN ENGUSH /CANADmAN FRENCH
The V-CHIP used in this TV allows you to block various types of movies and television programs based on
the two rating systems used in Canada. It also lets you block or unblock Canadian French programs according
to various ratings categories.
Press to select VIEW E
PROGRAMS?i _
-- Press to select NO or YES.
NO : Cannot view programs
with E signals.
YES : Can view programs
with E signals.
$ E means Exempt.
Press to select the rating.
Press to lock or unlock the rating.
Lock "Red
Unlock: Green
Notes:
*When a rating is locked, all ratings below this rating are locked.
, When a rating is unlocked, all ratings above this rating are unlocked.
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CANADIAN ENGLISH RATINGS CHART
Exempt - Exempt programming incHudes: news, sports, documentaries and other
information programming, taHkshows, music videos, and variety programming,
Programming intended for children under age 8, No offensive Hanguage,nudity or sexuaH
content,
Programming generally considered acceptaMe for children 8 years and over, No profanity,
nudity or sexuaHcontent,
GeneraHprogramming, suitabHefor aHaudiences,
ParentaH Guidance suggested, Some material may not be suitable for children,
Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under
the age of 14, Parents are strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting viewing
by pre-teens and early teens,
18+ years old, Programming restricted to adults, Contains constant violence or scenes
of extreme violence,
CANADIAN FRENCH RATINGS CHART
Exempt - Exempt programming,
General - Programming intended for audience of all ages, Contains no violence, or the
violence content is minimal or is depicted appropriately,
8+ General - Not recommended for young children, Programming intended for a broad
audience but contains light or occasional violence, Adult supervision recommended,
Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13 - Contains either a
few violent scenes or one or more sufficiently violent scenes to affect them, Adult
supervision strongly suggested,
Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 16 - Contains frequent
scenes of violence or intense violence,
Programming restricted to adults, Contains constant violence or scenes of extreme
violence,
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This unit has a built in decoder that provides a visual depiction of the audio portion of a television program
in the form of written words across the screen (white or colored letters on a black background). It allows you
to read the dialogue of a television program or other information.
Notes:
*This feature is available only with the 480i input signal and with programs that include closed captions.
, The closed caption is not displayed when you set the aspect to "ZOOM" (see page 24).
1Press the MENU button to display the MENU screen and select SET UP.
f Press to select CLOSED CAPTION.
-- Press to display the CLOSED
CAPTION screen. i_ CLOSED CAPTION
-- Press to select OFF, C1 or C2.
*OFF (NO) : Recommended mode when Closed Caption is not being used.
* Ot For video related information that can be displayed (up to 4 lines of script strategically placed on
the television screen so that it does not obstruct relevant parts of the picture).
* 02 Another mode used for video related information.
You can change the video input labels displayed on the screen to match the
connected device (VCR, DVD player, etc.).
Press the MENU button to display the MENU screen and select SET UP.
Press to select INPUT LABEL.
-- Press to display the INPUT LABEL screen.
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Press to select the video input.
Press to select the INPUT LABEL.
(COMPONENT/VIDEO1 /VIDEO2/ VCR,
LD, GAME, DVD, DTV, [BLANK] and
SKIP_!`)
_::Select to skip unused video input when
pressing TV/VlDEO button.
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Press the MENU button to display the MENU screen and sebct SET UP.
Press to sebct OTHER ADJUST.
Press to display the OTHER ADJUST
screen.
I
Press to sebct the item.
...............................Press to sebct the setting.
VIDEO NR
Reduce video noise in the picture.
OFF _ ON
MPEG NR
Noise unique to DVD, STB, etc. will be reduced.
OFF _ ON
3B Y/C FILTER
Minimizes noise and cross color in the picture. Not available for
COMPONENT VIDEO iNPUT.
OFF _ ON
COLOR MATRIX
Displays input signals (480p signals) in natural color. Automatically adjusts
color parameters for HD (high definition) and SD (standard definition).
SD<----_ HD
Note:
COLOR MATRIX is effective only when 480p signal is input in COMPONENT
input mode.
Inany other case the indication of COLOR MATRIX becomes blue, and changing
between SD and HD is not possible.
POWER SAVE
Reduces screen brightness to lower power consumption. Eye-friendly for
viewing in a dark room.
STANBARD_---'_ SAVING
BLACK LEVEL
Select DARK or LIGHT depending on the picture conditions, when sebcting
the video or component input,
The dark scene becomes easy to see.
BARK _"_'--'_ LIGHT
Note:
Fixed to DARK when sebcting TV mode,
VIDEO NR
MPEG NR
3D Y/C FILTER
COLOR MATRIX
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