Panasonic PT-61HX40 User manual

Panason,c
ColorVideoProjectionSystem
Operating Instructions
PT-51HX40 PT-61HX40 PT-56HX40
ISSUE 0
TQB2AA0342 00320
PRINTED IN USA

WARNING
To move set, push from left side of set. Casters on fight side
do not pivot in all directions. Set can tip over if moved from
fight side, with risk of personal injury.
ADVERTENClA
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mismo. Los rolanas de la derecha no son pivotantes en todas
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Contents
Congratulations ........................................................ 3
CustomerRecord..................................................................... 3
Care andCleaning................................................................... 3
Specifications........................................................................... 3
Installation ................................................................. 4
TelevisionLocation................................................................... 4
OptionalCableConnections..................................................... 4
AC PowerSupplyCord ............................................................ 4
Cable/Antenna........................................................................ 4
OptionalEquipmentConnections...........:................................. 5
VCR Connection....................................................................... 5
Cable Box Connection.............................................................. 6
VCR and Cable BoxConnection.............................................. 7
AmplifierConnection (ToAudioAmp) ..................................... 8
ProgramOutConnection (Ping.Out)........................................ 8
DolbyCenter Channel InputConnection .................................. 9
DigitalTV. Set-Top(DTV-STB)or DVD
Connection..............................................................10
Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation ......................... 11
BasicPIP Operation.............................................................. 11
PIP Operationwitha CableBox............................................ 11
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RollerGuideMenu Navlgat=on.............................12
BasicNavigation..................................................................... 12
RemoteControlGuide............................................................ 12
RollerGuideFeatureChart....................................13
SpecialFeatures.....................................................16
Menu Languages.................................................................... 16
ProgramChannels.......................,.......................................... 16
ClosedCaptioning.................................................................. 16
ClosedCaptionon Mute......................................................... 17
Convergence............................................................... ::.:.......17
Sleep Timer..................................................................... _......19
Timer 1and 2 ......................................................................... 19
PictureAdjustments............................................................... 20
AudioDolbyCenter Mode & Fo(edAudioOut ........................20
ChannelsFavoriteand Captions............................................ 21
Lock....................................................................................... 22
Troubleshooting Chart ........................................... 23
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Read these instructions completely before operating PTV.
Contents are subject to change without notice or obligation.
Copyright2000 by MatsushitaElectricCorporaUonof America. Allrightsreserved.
Unauthorizedcopyingand distributionisa violationoflaw.

Congratulations CONGRATULATIONS
Your new ProjectionTelevision(PTV) features state-of-the-arttechnology for high
quality picture and sound with complete audio/video connectionsfor your home
theater system.Your PTV isdesignedto give you many years of enjoyment. It was
thoroughly testedand tuned atthefactoryfor best performance.
Customer Record
The model and serial number of this product are located on the back of the PTV. You
shouldnote the model and serial number inthe space provided and retain as a permanent
record of your purchase. Thiswillaid in identificationin the event oftheft or loss. Product
registratonfor U.S. customersis available at: www.prodreg.com/panasonic.
Model
Number
Serial
Number
Care and Cleaning
Projection Screen (Tum PTV Off)
Specifications
"I'Veprojectionscreen is a highprecisionlens systemwhichhas a protectivescreen.
The protectivescreen isfully washablewiththe followingprecautions:
[3 Use a mildsoap solutionor windowcleaner and a cleancloth.
•DO NOT USE ABRASIVECLEANERS.
• Do notuse laundrydetergentor automaticdishwashersoap.
•Do notuse alcohol, ammonia,or petroleumbased products.
[3 Avoidexcessivemoisture endwipe dry.
•Preventsolution from runningintothe receiverbelow.
I-I Avoidbumpingor scrapingthe screen.
Cabinet and Remote Control
rl For cabinetsand remotecontrol, use a soft clothdampenedwithwater or a mild
detergentsolution. Avoidexcessivemoistureand wipe dry.
t'l Do not usebenzene, thinneror otherpetroleumbased products.
Power Source
PT.51HX40 (3.SA)
PT.r=6HX40(3.6A)
PT-61HX40 (3.6A)
Chain=CapahaW.181
4Video Input Jacks
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Video Output Jack
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Component Input (Y/Pal PR)
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120V AC, 60Hz
VHF-12; UHF,ro6;Cable-125
tVp-p, "/5Ohm, PhonoJackType
500mV RMS 47K Ohm
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1Vp-p, 75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type
0-2J)V RMS 4.7K Ohm
75 Ohm, PhonoJackType
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Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. =i

INSTALLATION
Installation
Television Location
This unitcan be usedas an entertainmentcenter. Consultyourdealerforavailableoptions.
rl Avoidexcessivesunlightor bdghtlights,includingreflections.
[] Keep away from excessiveheat or moisture. Inadequateventilationmay cause internal
componentfailure.
[] Fluorescentlightingmay reduceremotecontrol transmittingrange.
[] Keepawayfrommagnetic equipment, includingmotors,fansand externalspeakers.
Optional Cable Connections
Shieldedaudioand videocables shouldbe usedbetween components. Forbestresults:
[] Use75-ohm coaxial shieldedcables.
[] Use appropriateinputand outputconnectors, that matchyourcomponent connectors.
[] Avoidlongcables to minimizeinterference.
AC Power Supply Cord
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCHWIDE BLADEOF PLUG TO
WIDE SLOT OF AC OUTLET AND FULLY INSERT, DO NOT USEA PLUGWITH A
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADE CAN BE FULLY
INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. FOR SOME MODELSTHAT ARE Potarizedp_g
NON-POLARIZED,THE USEOF AN AC ADAPTOR CONNECTOR MAY
BE NECESSAR_
Cable /Antenna
For proper reception, either a cable or antenna connection is required.
Cable Connection IncomingCablefrom
CableCompany
Connectthe cablesuppliedby yourlocalcablecompany.
Note: Acable converter box may be required for proper reception.
Check with your local cable company for compatibMy
requirements.
Antenna Connections 75 OhmVHFAJHF
onbackofPTV
For properreceptionofVHFAJHFchannels,an extemalantennais required.For
bestreceptionan outdoorantennaisrecommended.
Connect home antenna to ANT1 connectionon beck of |ncomlngCablefrom
television.SelectTV modeand ANT1 in the SET UP menu HomeAntenna
underProgChan.
1_j .. Cable Preset
Cable Mode is preset at the factory.
AntennausersmustchangetoTV Modeand
ANT 1 inthe Set Up menu.
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Optional Equipment Connections
VCR Connection
Follow this diagram when connectingyourtelevisionto a VCR only.
INSTALLATION
_VCR TERMINALSON BACK OF PTV
CABLES NOT SUPPLIED
IncomingCable
Note: The remote control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the VCR. See
Programming the Remote Controlin the Remote Control Quick Reference Guide.
V_mwinga television program
Procedure
1. Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu under ProgChen (Program Channels).
2. Tune the televisiontothe television programyou wantto view.
Viewing a video
Procedure
ooption A
1. Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chen (Program Channels).
2. Press the TVNIDEO button on the remote control to select the video input (VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2, etc.) connected to your VCR.
3. Begin the video.
O Option B
1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under ProgChart (Program Channels).
2. Tune the televisionto Channel 3 or 4, dependingon yourVCR.
3. Begin the video.
Recording a television program
Procedure
C] Option A (Recording and viewing the same program)
1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under ProgChan (Program Channels).
2. Tune the televisionto Channel 3 or 4, depending on yourVCR,
3. Using the VCR, tune to the television programyouwant to record.
4. Begin recording.
_l Option B (Recording one programwhileviewing another program)
1. Select ANT1 inthe SET UP menu under ProgChart (Program Channels),
2. Press the W/VIDEO button on the remote control to select the video input (VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2, etc,) connected to yourVCR.
3. Using the VCR, tune tothe television programyou wantto record.
4. Begin recording.
5. Press the W/VIDEO buttonon the remote controlto switch backto TV mode.
6. Tune the televisionto the television programyou wantto view.
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INSTALL4 TION
Optional Equipment Connections (Cont.)
Open the door on the PTV front panel to use the connectionsfor your optional
equipment(Palmcorder,VCR, or other video components).Select input4 mode by
pressing TVN1DEO button.
CONNECTIONS OF FRONT OF PTV
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Cable Box Connection
Followfinisdiagramwhenconnectingyourtele_siontoa cableboxonly.
TERMINALSON BACKOF PTV
Cable Box
lINPUT OUTPUT 1
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IncondngCab_from
CabkaCompany
Note: The remote control must be programmed with suppl'_d codes to operate the cable
box. See Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick Reference
Guide.
Viewing a premium (ecramblec0 cable channel
Procedure
1. Select ANT2 in _e SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).
2. Tune _e televisk_n to Channel 3.
3. Using finecable box, tune to the premium cable channel you want to _ew.
Note: To use special features such as Favorite Channels and Channel Captions (see Special
Features section for more information), ANT1 must be selected in the SET UP menu
under Prog Chan.
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INSTALLATION
Optional Equipment Connections (Cont.)
VCR end Cable Box Connection
Follow this diagram when connecting your television to both a VCR and a cable box.
VCR
CABLEBOX
rS.V_EOOUT"1
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v_oom. I CABLESNOTSUPPUED
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• .........
IncomingCable
"I1ERMINALSON BACK OF PT!/
LUse either the
S-Video or Video
connection,
Note: The remote control must be programmed with supplied codas to operate the VCR and
cable box. See Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick
Reference Guide.
Viewing apremium (scrambled) cable channel
Procedure
1. SelectANT2 inthe SET UP menu underProgChart(ProgramChannels).
2, Tune the televisionto Channel3.
3. Usingthe cablebox,tone to the premiumcablechannelyouwant to view.
Note: To use special features such as Favorite Channels and Cha_nel Captions (see Special
Features section for more information), ANT1 must be sele_'ted in the SET UP menu
under Prog Chan.
Recording a premium (scrambled) cable channel
Procedure
1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chen.
2. Press the W/VIDEO button on the remote control to select the video input ( VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2, etc.) connected to your VCR.
3. Tum the VCR ON.
4. Tune the VCR to Channel 3 or 4, depending on your VCR.
5. Using your cable box, tune to the premium cable channel you want to record.
6. Begin recording.
Note: To viewa differentchannelwhilerecording:
Select ANT1inthe SET UP menuunderProgChen.
Pressthe W/VIDEO buttononthe remotecobol toselect"IV mode.
Tunethetelevisionto a televisionprogram(exceptanotherpremium cablechannel), IE

INSTALLATION
Optional Equipment Connections (Cont.)
Amplifier Connection (TO AUDIO AMP)
To listen through aseparate stereo system, connect an external audio amplifier TO AUDIO AMP
inputs on back of television.
Note: TO AUDIO AMP terminals cannot be connected directly to external speakers.
Audio Adjustments
1. Select SPEAKERS ON located in the on screen AUDIO menu.
2. Set amplifier volume to minimum.
3. Adjust PTV volume to desired level.
4. Adjust amplifier volume to match the PTV.
5. Select SPEAKERS OFF & VARIABLE AUDIO OUT from AUDIO menu to control
speakers from the PTV or select FIXED AUDIO OUT to control speakers from the
external amplifier.
6. Volume, mute, bass, treble and balance are now controlled from the PTV, if you select
VARIABLE AUDIO OUT mode.
Program Out Connection pROG. OUT)
To use the PTV audio and video with optional video equipment, use PROG. OUT and TO
AUDIO AMP terminalsonthe back ofthe PTV.
Procedure
1. Connect optionalvideo equipmentto PROG. OUT video and TO AUDIO AMP R/L
Audioterminals.
2. PROG OUT terminal displayisthe same asthe on screendisplay.
3. See optionalequipmentmanual forfurtherinstructionsforrecordingor monitoring.
I_RMINAL5 ON BACK OF PI_
MONITOR _R CABLESNOT SUPPLIED
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Dolby Center Channel Input Connection INSTALLATION
YourPTV canbeconfiguredto usethe PTVspeakersascenterchannelspeakersin
Dolby*surroundsoundtransmission.Connecta DolbysurroundamplifiertoCENTER
CHANNEL INPUTonthe backofthe PTVasshown. DOLBYCENTER MODE & RXED
AUDIO OUT mustbeselectedinthe AUDIO RollerGuide'_'**menuunderSPEAKERS.
CENTERCHANNEL INPUT
(1) Pushand holddownbutton.
(2) Insertbarq_re intotenninel
and releasebutton.
TERMINALS ON BACK OF PTV
LeftFront RightF_t
Speaker PTVSpeakers Speaks:
CenterChannel
VCR
LeftRear _RightRear
SurroundSpeaker SurroundSpeaker
*'Do_and"Pro-k_aree_etradernmsofDdbyLabomaiesUcen_Capora_.
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DIGITAL TV- SET-TOP Box (DTV-STB) OR DVD CONNECTION
Digital TV- Set-Top Box (DTV-STB) or DVD Connection
Usethisdiagramtoconnectthe PanasonicDTV-STB (DigitalW-Set-Top Box)orDVD
tothe backofyourPTV,
DW TERMINALSON BACK OF D'rV-STBOR DVD
DIGITAL TV OUTPUT
MAIN y Pe Pit
_oEo@@ @
DW TERMINALS ON BACK OF PTV
Note: There are three video inputs, Y, PB, and PR. Separate component color inputs provide
luminance and color separation. Use the L (left) and R (right) audio inputs.
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PICTURE IN PICTURE (PIP) OPERATION
Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation
This television includesa two tuner Picture In Picture (PIP) feature. This allows
watchingtwo (2) live broadcastsat the same time withoutor withan external video
source(VCR).
Basic PIP Operation
Procedure
Press the PIP button on the remote control to display the PiP frame onscmen.
Note: The audio is for the Main Picture only,
1. Choose channels for the PIPframe by pressing the remote control PIP CHANNEL up/
down buttons.
2. Choose channels for the Main Picture by pressing the remote control CH up/down
buttons or by using the numeric keypad.
_SWAP Button
The SWAP button switches the PIP and Main
Picture source. Press the RECALL button for
onscresn PIP and MainPicturesourcestatus.
PIP Operation with a Cable Box
Procedure
I"1 To view premium (scrambled) cable channels through your cable box in the Main Picture.
Note: Use this procedure if you want to watch premium cable channels in the Main
Picture while viewthg a telew'sion program or video in the PiP frame.
1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).
2. Tune television to Channel 3.
3. Press the PIP button on the remote control to display the PIPframe onscrean.
Note: The audio is for the Main Picture only,
4. Verify the cable box is ON.
5. Choose channels for the Main Picture by tuning the cable bbx.
6. Choose channels for the PiP frame by pressing the TV button on the remote control
and using the PIP CHANNEL up/down buttons.
Note: Swap is not available when using the cable box to tune channels. Ifyour cable box has
a video output, it can be connected to the television to allow you to use all PiP
functions. See the equipment manual for more information. (Tune the PiP to the video
input connected to the cable box).
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ROLLER GUIDE MENU NAVIGATION
Roller Guide Menu Navigation
Procedure
1. Press the ACTION button in the middle of the large blue button on the Remote Control
to display the Roller Guide Menu.
2. Press the CH up/down to rotate the Roller Guide to the desired feature.
3. Press the ACTION button to display main menus and submenus.
4. Press the CH up/down buttons to highlight desired main menu feature.
5. Press the VOL right button to enter submenus.
6. Press the CH up/down buttons to highlight desired submenu feature.
7. Press the VOL right/left button to select or adjust feature.
8. Press the ACTION button twice to return to the Roller Guide Menu.
9. To exit the Roller Guide Menu, press the VOL left button.
Note: Be careful to press ACTION in the middle of the button. If you do not press in the
middle of the button, the (CH) channel or (VOL) volume keys may be activated.
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AUDIO
LOCK
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ROLLER GUIDE MENU SELECTIONS
Remote ACTION /Navigation Button
CH
VOL VOL
CH
Remote Control Guide
The Remote Control Quick Reference Guide is located within the package provided
with this PTV.

ROLLER GUIDE FEATURE CHART
Roller Guide Feature Chart
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SET UP
SET UP
LANGUAGES El Select English, Spanish, or French menu.
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El
PROG.CHAN
(ProgramChanters)
OTHER AD_
AUDIO
AUDIO ADJ,
OTHER ADJ.
MODE - Select Cable or "IV. See
Inst_lation section in manual.
ANTENNA - Select ANT 1 or ANT 2.
AUTO PROGRAM -Automatically program
channels having a signal into memory.
MANUAL PROGRAM -Manually add or
delete channels from memory.
QCC ON MUTE - ActivateC1-C4for Closed
Captioningdisplaywhenthe remoteMUTE
buttonis pressed.
El CC MODE - Select T1-T4 or C1-C4 for
Closed Captioning, program guides and
otherinformation.
t'l AUTO POWER ON -Select SET to power
up the TV at the same time as the Cable
Box or other components or select OFF,
El CONVERGENCE -Adjustment may be
required when the PTV is moved becauee
of the effects of the Earth's magnetic field
on the projection tubes.
El
AUDIO
MODE - Select STEREO, SAP (Second
Audio Program) or MONO. (Use MONO
when stereo signal is weak.)
El BASS - Increase or decrease the bess
response.
El TREBLE - Increase or decrease the treble
response.
El BALANCE Emphasize the left/right
speaker volume.
El NORMAL - Reset BASS, TREBLE anc
BALANCE to factory default.
El AI SOUND - Automatically adjust volum¢
to maintain a comfortable listening level
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ROLLER GUIDE FEATURE CHARTRoller Guide Feature Chart (Cont.)
SURROUND 1_ SPATIALIZER ®Three dimensional
surround sound with two speakers.
SPEAKERS
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rl ON - PTV speakers operate normally.
O OFF & VAO (Variable Audio Output) -
PTV speakers off - audio adjustable by
PTV.
0OFF & FAO (Rxed Audio Output)-
PTV speakers off -- audio adjustable only
by the external amplifier.
t-I DOLBY CENTER MODE & FIXED AUDIO
OUT -PTV speakers provide center
speakers for Dolby sound transmission
available on video or laser disc. (See
Installation section in manual.)
TIMER
Set the time and the day of the week.
('timewilldisplayonscreenafterturningon
thetelevision,pressingthe RECALLbutton
or changingchannels).
Set timer to turn off PTV in 30, 60 or
90 minutes. SelectNO to turntimeroff.
Set oneor bothtimersto automaticallytum
televisionon and off at selectedtimes, on
selectedchannels,and on selecteddays.
(Clockmustbe settouseTimerfeatures).
PICTURE
COLOR - Adjust desired color intensity.
TINT - Adjust natural flesh tones.
BRIGHTNESS - Adjust dark areas for crisp
detail.
PICTURE - Adjust white areas of picture.
SHARPNESS - Adjust clarity of outlin_
detail.
NORMAL- Reset all picture adjustments t(
factory default settings.
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ROLLER GUIDE FEATURE CHART
Roller Guide Feature Chart (Cont.)
[31 COLOR TEMP - Adjust white balance to
COOL (blue), WARM (red) or NORMAL.
t'l AUTO COLOR Equalize color to
compensate for signal variations.
[3 AI PICTURE -Maintain high contrast in the,
whole picture.
[3 3D Y/C FILTER - Minimize noise and cross
color in the picture.
II I IIIII
ClM_NELS
_HANNELI
[3 CHANNEL SCAN Select FAV (16
FAVORITES favorites) or ALL channels to scan
channels using the up/down CH buttons.
,,,,, ,,,
CAPTION
I"1 PRESET CAPTION Enter channel
numbers for preset captions.
[3 MANUAL CAPTION Enter channel
numbers and captions manually.
INPUT LABEL -Label video connections
for onscreen display of optional equipment.
LOCK
|
4
[3
[3
LONG?
LOCK
Lock All, Channels or Game with a secret
code.
Select the pedodof time (12, 24, 48 hours
orALWAYS)for yo_ option to be locked.
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SPECIAL FEATURES
Special Features
SET UP
Menu Languages
In SET UP Menu, select IDIOMA /LANGUE to change menu language to ENGLISH, ESPANOL
(Spanish), or FRAN_AIS (French).
;; ........ _.;,._!;,..,_MODE
ILeal
ENGLISH
ID-
Prog Chan (Program Channels)
In SET UP menu under PROG CHAN select:
OMODE to select"IV (antenna) or CABLE mode depending on the signal source.
ANTENNA to select either ANT1 or ANT2,
t-I AUTO PROGRAM to automatically program all channels with a signal,
OMANUAL PROGRAM to manually add or delete channels.
CABLE
ANTENNA ANT1
AUTO PROGRAM I_
MANUAL PROGRAM I_
(Closed Captioning)
This television contains abuilt-in decoder that displays _(Closed Captioned) text across the
screen (white or colored letters on black background). It allows th_ viewer to read the dialogueof a
television program or other information, The programviewed must include Close Captioning for the
feature towork.
Mode
In SET UP Menu, select _ (Closed Caption).
£3 Select _ MODE.
O Select OFF, C1, C2, T1, T2, C3, CA.,"13or T4:
OFF - When Closed Caption is not desired.
Cl - For video related information to be displayed, up to 4 lines onscreen at a time. (It
does not block relevant parts of the picture). Text may be inany language.
C2 to C4 oFor other modes of video related information.
T1 - For program guide and other information to be displayed, when available.
(Blocks a large portionof the picture on the television screen).
T2 to T4 - For other modes of information. (Blocks a large portion of the picture on the
television screen).

TIMER SPECIAL FEATURES
Sleep
In TIMER menu, select SLEEP to turn P'IV off in 30, 60 or 90 minutes. Select NO to
turn off timer.
;__ HOW LONG? 3O
Timer Iand Timer 2
In TIMER menu, select one or both timers to turn the television on and off at selected times, on
selected channels, and on selected days.
Note: TIME must be entered in CLOCK SET to operate TIMER features.
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!TIMER
DAY SAT
ON TIME
OFF TIME :
ENTER CHANNEL
:__ ---
×
_Turn Off After 90 Minutes
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The PTV automaticallyturnsOFF after90 minutes'
whentumed on bythe TIMER. IftheOFF timeis
selectedor ifa key ispressed,theautomatic OFF
after 90 minuteswillbe cancelled.
._X_ "j.TIMER Activation
The TIMER isactivewhen the PTV is OFF or ON.
The P'I-Vwillswitchto the selectedchannelat the
selectedtime set in the TIMER.
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