Panasonic PT-61SX60 User manual

WARNING
To move set, push from left side of set. Casters on right side
do not pivot in all directions. Set can tip over if moved from
right side, with risk of personal injury.
ADVERTENClA
Para mover el conjunto, empuje desde el lado izquierdo del
mismo, Los rolanas de la derecha no son pivotantes en todas
las direcciones. E1 conjunto se puede tumbar si se lo mueve
desde el lado derecho, corriendo asf el riesgo de sufrir dafios
personales.
Mise en garde
Lors du d6placement du t616viseur, ie pouser sur son c6t6
gauche. Les roulettes du c6t6 droit ne pouvant tourner dans
toutes les directions, l'appareil pourrait tomber s'il est pouss6
de ce c6t6 et causer ainsi des risques de blessure.
W_
WARNING: To reduce fi_e risk of e4ectdcshock do not remove cover or back,
No user-serviceable partsinside, Refer servicing to qualified servicepersonnel.
The lightning flash with arrow
head within atriangle Ls
intended to tell the user that
parts inside the product are a
dsk of electric shock to persons,
The exclamation p_nt withth a
triangle is intended to tell the
user that important operating
and servicing ir_tructio_s are in
the papers with the appliance.
WARNING: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do notexpose this appliance
to rain or moisture,

TABLE OF CONTENTR
Table of Contents
Congratulations ........................................................ 2
Customer Record ..................................................................... 2
Care and Cleaning ................................................................... 2
Specifications ........................................................................... 2
Installation ................................................................. 3
Television Location ................................................................... 3
Optional Cable Connections ..................................................... 3
AC Power Supply Cord ............................................................ 3
Cable /Antenna 1 and 2 ........................................................... 3
Optional Equipment Connections ............................................. 4
VCR Connection ....................................................................... 4
Cable Box Connection .............................................................. 5
VCR and Cable Box Connection .............................................. 6
Amplifier Connection (To Audio Amp) ..................................... 7
Program Out Connection .......................................................... 7
Dolby Center Channel Input Connection .................................. 8
Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation ..................... _..... 9
Basic PIP Operation ................................................................ 9
PIP Operation with a Cable Box .............................................. g
Roller Guide Menu TM .............................................. 10
Basic Navigation ..................................................................... 10
Remote Control Guide ............................................................ 10
Roller Guide Feature Chart .................................... 11
Special Features ..................................................... 14
Menu Languages .................................................................... 14
Program Channels ................................................................. 14
Closed Captioning .................................................................. 14
Closed Caption on Mute ......................................................... 15
Convergence .......................................................................... 15
Sleep Timer ............................................................................ 17
Timer 1 and 2 ......................................................................... 17
Picture Adjustments ............................................................... 18
Dolby Center Mode & Fixed Audio Out .................................. 18
Favorite Channels and Captions ............................................ 19
Lock ....................................................................................... 20
Troubleshooting Chart ........................................... 21
Read these instructions completely before operating TV.
Contents are subject to change without notice or obligation,
Copyright 1999 by Matsushita Electric Corporation of America. All rights reserved,
Unauthorized copying and distribution isa violation of law, []

CONGRA TULA TIONS ,
Congratulations
Your new Projection Television (PTV) features state-of-the-art technology for high
quality picture and sound with complete audio/video connections for your home
theater system. Your PTV is designed to give you many years of enjoyment. It was
thoroughly tested and tuned at the factory for best performance.
Customer Record
The model and serial number of this product are located on the back of the TV. You should
note the model and serial number in the space provided and retain as a permanent record
of your purchase. This will aid in identification in the event of theft or loss. Product
registraton for U.S. customers is available at: www.prodreg.com/panasonic.
Model
Number
Care and Cleaning
Specifications
Serial
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Projection Screen (Turn PTV Off)
The projection screen is a high precision lens system which has a protective screen.
The protective screen isfully washable with the following precautions:
[] Use amild soap solution or window cleaner and a clean cloth.
•DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS.
• Do not use laundry detergent or automatic dishwasher soap.
• Do not use alcohol, ammonia, or petroleum based products.
[] Avoid excessive moisture and wipe dry.
• Prevent solution from running into the receiver below.
[] Avoid bumping or scraping the screen.
Cabinet and Remote Control
[] For cabinets and remote control, use a soft cloth dampened with water or a mild
detergent solution. Avoid excessive moisture and wipe dry.
[] Do not use benzene, thinner or other petroleum based products.
Power Source
PT-51SX60 PT-61SX60
Channel _apablllty -181
4 Video Input Jacks
Video Output Jack
:2Audio Output jacks
2 S-Video Input Jacks
120V AC, 60Hz
1Vp-p, 75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type
50,0myriMS _bm
1Vp-p, 75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type
0-2.0_ _MS _Tkbhm
S-Video (Y-C) Connector
[] Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

Installation
INSTALLATION
Television Location
This unit can be used as an entertainment center. Consult your dealer for available options.
[3 Avoid excessive sunlight or bright lights, including reflections.
[_ Keep away from excessive heat or moisture. Inadequate ventilation may cause internal
component failure.
O Fluorescent lighting may reduce remote control transmitting range.
O Keep away from magnetic equipment, including motors, fans and external speakers.
Optional Cable Connections
Shielded audio and video cables should be used between components. For best results:
O Use 75-ohm coaxial shielded cables.
_1 Use appropriate input and output connectors, that match your component connectors.
O Avoid long cables to minimize interference.
AC Power Supply Cord
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO
WIDE SLOT OF AC OUTLET AND FULLY INSERT. DO NOT USE A PLUG WITH A
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADE CAN BE FULLY
INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. FOR SOME MODELS THAT ARE
NON-POLARIZED, THE USE OF AN AC ADAPTOR CONNECTOR MAY
BE NECESSARY.
Polarized plug
Cable /Antenna 1 and 2
For proper reception, either a cable or antenna connection is required.
Cable Connection Incoming Cable from
Connect the cable supplied by your local cable company.
Note: A cable converter box may be required for proper reception.
Check with your local cable company for compatibility
requirements.
Antenna 1 and 2 Connections
Cable Company
2!,
75 Ohm VHF/UHF
on back of TV
For proper reception of VHF/UHF channels, an external antenna is required. For
best reception an outdoor antenna is recommended.
To use Antenna 1 or Antenna 2, select ANT1 OR ANT2 and
"IV Mode in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program
Channels).
Cable Mode is preset at the
Antenna users must change to TV Mode in
the Set Up menu.
Incoming Cable from
Home Antenna
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INSTALLATION
Optional Equipment Connections
VCR Connection
Follow this diagram when connecting your television to a VCR only. The S-VIDEO connection
provides higher quality picture. It overridesother VIDEO connections. Use INPUT 1 or 2, AUDIO R
and L with S-VIDEO connection.
ANT INPUT ANT OUTPUT I
@ @ i
Incoming Cable i,=• • •
Note: The remote control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the VCR. See
Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick Reference Guide.
Viewing a television program
Procedure
1, SelectANT1 inthe SET UP menu under Prog Chan (ProgramChannels).
2. Tune thetelevisiontothe televisionprogramyou want toview.
Viewing a video
Procedure
£3 Option A
1. Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).
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. Begin the video.
[3 Option B
1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).
2. Tune the television to Channel 3 or 4, depending on your VCR.
3. Begin the video.
Recording a television program
Procedure
£3 Option A (Recording and viewingthe same program)
1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).
2. Tune the television to Channel 3 or 4, depending on your VCR.
3. Using the VCR, tune to the television program you want to record.
4. Begin recording.
O Option B (Recording one program while viewing another program)
!. Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).
2. Press the W/VIDEO button on the remote control to select the video input (VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2, etc.) connectedto yourVCR.
3. Usingthe VCR, tune tothe televisionprogramyou wantto record.
4. Begin recording.
5, Pressthe W/VIDEO buttonon the remote controlto switchbackto TV mode.
6. Tune the televisiontothe televisionprogramyou wantto view,
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INSTALLATION
Optional Equipment Connections (Cont.)
Open the door on the TV front panel to use the connections for your optional
equipment (Palmcorder, VCR, or other video components). Select input 4 mode by
pressing TV/VIDEO button.
CONNECTIONS OF FRONT OF TV
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Cable Box Connection
Follow this diagram when connecting your television to a cable box only.
Cable Box TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV
INPUT OUTPUT
@ @
Incoming Cable from
Cable Company
Note: The remote control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the cable
box. See Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick Reference
Guide.
Viewing a premium (scrambled) cable channel
Procedure
1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).
2. Tune the television to Channel 3.
3. Using the cable box, tune to the premium cable channel you want to view.
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 Preg Chan.
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INSTALLATION
Optional Equipment Connections (Cont.)
VCR and Cable Box Connection
Follow this diagram when connecting your television to both a VCR and a cable box.
VCR
CABLE BOX
I
AUDIOOUT
CABLES NOTSUPPLIED
TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV
Use either the
SoVideo or Video
connection.
IB
Incoming Cable
Note: The remote control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the VCR and
cable box. See Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick
Reference Guide.
Viewing a premium (scrambled) cable channel
Procedure
1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).
2. Tune the television to Channel 3.
3. Using the cable box, tune to the premium cable channel you want to view.
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.
Recording a premium (scrambled) cable channel
Procedure
1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan.
2. Press the TVNIDEO button on the remote control to select the video input ( VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2, etc.) connected to your VCR.
3. Turn 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: Toviewa differentchannelwhilerecording:
Select ANT1 intheSET UPmenuunderProgChan.
• PresstheTVNIDEO button on theremotecontroltoselectTV mode.
Tunethetelevisiontoa televisionprogram(exceptanotherpremiumcablechannel).

INSTALLATION
Optional Equipment Connections (Cont,)
Amplifier Connection (TO AUDIO AMP)
To listenthrough a separate 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 TV volume to desired level.
4. Adjust amplifier volume to match the TV.
5. Select SPEAKERS OFF & VARIABLE AUDIO OUT from AUDIO menu to
control speakers from the TV or select FIXED AUDIO OUT to control
speakers from the external amplifier.
6. Volume, mute, bass, treble and balance are now controlled from the TV, if you
select VARIABLE AUDIO OUT mode.
Program Out Connection (PROG. OUT)
To use the TV audio and video with optional video equipment, use PROG. OUT and TO AUDIO
AMP terminals on the back of the TV.
Procedure
1. Connect optional video equipment to PROG. OUT video and TO AUDIO AMP R/L
Audio terminals.
2. PROG OUT terminal display is the same as the on screen display.
3. See optional equipment manual for further instructions for recording or monitoring.
TERMINALS ON RACK OF TV
MONITOR VCR =[]1_
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INSTALLATION
Dolby Center Channel Input Connection
Your "IV can be configured to use the "IV speakers as center channel speakers in Dolby*
surround sound transmission. Connect a Dolby surround amplifier to CENTER
CHANNEL INPUT on the back of the "IV as shown. DOLBY CENTER MODE & FIXED
AUDIO OUT must be selected in the AUDIO Roller Guide TM**menu under SPEAKERS,
CENTER CHANNELINPUT
(1) PUShend hold down bufton.
(2) lnsed bare wim intoterminal
and rolease button.
TERMINALS ON RACK OF TV
VIDEO 8_VIDEO
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Video Component
Dolby Surround
AMPLIFIER
VCR
Left Front
Speaker TV Speakers
Center Channel
Left Rear
Su_ound Speaker
Right Front
Speaker
Right Rear
Surround Speaker
_'Dolby"and "Pro-logic" are thetrademarks ofDolby LaboratoriesLicensingCorporation.
"*U.S. Patent Pending
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PICTURE IN PICTURE (PIP) OPERATION
Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation
This television includes atwo tuner Picture In Picture (PIP) feature. This allows
watching two (2) live broadcasts at the same time without or with an external video
source (VCR).
Basic PIP Operation
Procedure
Press the PIP button on the remote controlto display the PiP frame onscreen.
Note: The audio is for the Main Picture only.
1. Choosechannelsfor the PIP frame bypressingthe remotecontrolPIP 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.
The SWAP button switches the PIP and Main
Picture source. Press the RECALL button for
onscreen PIP and Main Picture source status.
PIP Operation with a Cable Box
Procedure
To view premium (scrambled) cable channels through your cable box in the Main Picture:
Note: Use thisprocedure ff you want to watch premium cable channels in the Main
Picture while viewing a television 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 controlto display the PiP frame onscreen.
Note: The audio is for the Main Picture only.
4, Verify the cable box is ON.
5, Choose channels for the Main Picture by tuningthe cable box.
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 ofthe 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 carefu/ to press ACTION in the midd/e of the button. /f you do not press in the
middle of the button, the (CH) channe/ or (VOL) volume keys may be activated.
LOCK
ROLLER GUIDE MENU SELECTIONS
Remote ACTION /Navigation Button
CH
CH
Remote Control Guide
The Remote Control Quick Reference Guide is located within the package provided
with this TV.
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ROLLER GUIDE FEATURE CHART
Roller Guide Feature Chart
SET UP
LANGUAGES
PROG. CHAN
(Pr_ramCh_nels)
(ClosedCal_ti_o!_ing)
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OTHER ADJ.
{Adjustments)
SURROUND
SET UP
Select English, Spanish, or French menu.
MODE Select Cable or mY. See
Installation 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.
CC ON MUTE - Activate Cl-C4 for Closed
Captioning display when the remote MUTE
button is pressed.
CC MODE - Select T1-T4 or Cl-C4 for
Closed Captioning, program guides and
other information.
CONVERGENCE -Adjustment may be
required when the PTV is moved because
of the effects of the Earth's magnetic field
on the projection tubes.
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MODE - Select STEREO, SAP (Second
Audio Program) or MONO. (Use MONO
when stereo signal is weak.)
13 BASS - Increase or decrease the bass
response.
13 TREBLE - Increase or decrease the treble
response.
[3 BALANCE Emphasize the left/right
speaker volume.
CI NORMAL - Reset BASS, TREBLE and
BALANCE to factory default.
0AI SOUND -Automatically adjust volume
to maintain acomfortable listening level.
(AI sound is not available in VIDEO mode).
i13 SPATIALIZER ® Three dimensional
surround sound with two speakers•
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ROLLER GUIDE FEATURE CHART Roller Guide Feature Chart (ConL)
SPEAKERS
'AUDIO
O ON - TV speakers operate normally.
C3 OFF & VAO (Variable Audio Output) -
TV speakers off - audio adjustable by TV.
£3 OFF & FAO (Fixed Audio Output)-
TV speakers off -- audio adjustable only
by the external amplifier.
£3-1 DOLBY CENTER MODE & FIXED AUDIO
OUT -TV speakers provide center
speakers for Dolby sound transmission
available on video or laser disc. (See
Installation section in manual.)
[] COLOR - Adjust desired color intensity.
£3 TINT - Adjust natural flesh tones.
[] BRIGHTNESS - Adjust dark areas for crisp
detail.
[] PICTURE - Adjust white areas of picture.
C3 SHARPNESS - Adjust cladty of outline
detail•
£3 NORMAL- Reset all picture adjustments to
factory default settings.
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ROLLER GUIDE FEATURE CHART
Roller Guide Feature Chart (Cont.)
iPICTURE
(Ad ustments)
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PICTURE
2
' £3 COLOR TEMP - Adjust white balance to
COOL (blue), WARM (red) or NORMAL.
£3 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.
{3 CHANNEL SCAN - Select FAV (15
favorites) or ALL channels to scan
channels using the up/down CH buttons.
£3 PRESET CAPTION - Enter channel
numbers for preset captions.
{3 MANUAL CAPTION -Enter channel
numbers and captions manually.
[3 INPUT LABEL - Label video connections
for onscreen display of optional equipment.
[3 Lock All, Channels or Game with a secret
code.
£3 Select the period of time (12, 24, 48 hours
or ALWAYS) for your 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, ESPAI_IOL
(Spanish), or FRAN(_AIS (French).
MODE ENGLISH
Prog Chan (Program Channels)
In SET UP menu under PROG CHAN select:
[] MODE to select"IV (antenna) or CABLE mode dependingon thesignal source.
[] ANTENNA to selecteitherANTI or ANT2.
{_ AUTO PROGRAM toautomaticallyprogramall channelswith a signal.
[] MANUAL PROGRAM to manually add or delete channels.
MODE CABLE
ANT1
[]
(Closed Captioning)
This television contains a built-in decoder that displays[-C-'C-](Closed Captioned) text across the
screen (white or colored letterson black background). It allowsthe viewer to read the dialogueof a
televisionprogram or other information.The programviewed must includeClose Captioningfor the
feature towork,
Mode
[] In SET UP Menu, select [_ (Closed Caption).
[] Select _MODE.
[] Select OFF, C1, C2, T1, T2, C3, C4, 1"3or T4:
•OFF -When Closed Captionis notdesired.
•C1 -For videorelatedinformationto be displayed,upto 4 linesonscreen at a time. (it
does netblockrelevantparts of thepicture). Text may be in any language.
C2 toC4 -For othermodes ofvideo relatedinformation.
•T1 -For program guide and other information to be displayed, when available+
(Blocksa large portionof the pictureon thetelevisionscreen).
T2 toT4 -For othermodes ofinformation. (Blocksa largeportionofthepictureon the
televisionscreen).
[] PressACTION to return to submenu options,and exit menus,

SPECIAL FEATURES
I-C-C-]On Mute
Activates the onecreen Closed Caption feature when the MUTE button on the remote control is
pressed.
Note: This feature only functions when the Closed Caption Mode is OFF. The program being
viewed must be broadcast with Closed Captioning. (Refer toyour local TV guide).
OIn SET UP Menu, select _(Closed Caption).
OSelect NO, C1, C2, C3, or C4.
ORecommended set up for Closed Caption when using the MUTE button:
•_ ON MUTE: C1
•I_ MODE: OFF
rl Press ACTION to return to submenu options, and exit menus.
[] Press the MUTE button to activate the Closed Caption feature.
{3 Press the MUTE button again to deactivate the feature.
ON MUTE NO
MODE OFF
Convergence
In SET UP menu select CONVERGENCE under OTHER ADJ. only after moving the
PTV to adjust for the effects of the earth's magnetic field on the projection tubes.
Note: Convergence seldom needs adjusting except after moving the PTV.
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SPECIAL FEATURES
Convergence (cont,)
Use the navigation buttons to align the horizontal and vertical green lines on screen with the
outside reference marks, as shown below, Press the ACTION button to move the RED
CONVERGENCE screen.
Reference Marks A
Use the navigation buttons to align the red cross with the white cross pattern at the center of the
screen. Press the ACTION button to continue to the blue convergence adjustment screen and
repeat. r
Note: Toprevent picture tube damage do not leave test pattern on for an extended
period of time.
An adjusted cross pattern appears white with a
minimum ofcolor fringing.
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TIMER
SPECIAL FEATURES
Sleep
In TIMER menu, select SLEEP to turn TV off in 30, 60 or 90 minutes. Select NO to
turn off timer.
Ir_LKl[_l',.Ir>*,T=H HOW LONG? 30
Timer I and 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 tooperate TIMER features.
DAY SAT
ON TIME _ _: _ _
OFF TIME _ _: _ _
ENTER CHANNEL
/
_! '_ Turn Off After _MlnUtes
The TV automatically turns OFF after 90 minutes
when turned on by the TIMER. If the OFF time is
selected or if a key is pressed, the automatic OFF
after 90 minutes will be cancelged.
._t J_ TIMER Activation
The TIMER is active when the "IV is OFF or ON.
The TV will switch to the selected channel at the
selected time set in the TIMER.
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SPECIAL FEATURES
PICTURE
Other Adjustments
In Picture menu under OTHER ADJ. select:
£3 COLOR TEMP to increase and decrease WARM (red) and COOL (blue) colors to suit
personal preferences
£3 AUTO COLOR ON to maintain consistent color and tint.
£3 AI PICTURE to optimize contrast in the picture.
£3 3D Y/C FILTER to minimize noise and cross color in the picture,
AUDIO
.ORMA'oN
AI PICTURE ON
3DY/C FILTER ON
Dolby Center Mode & Fixed Audio Out
In AUDIO menu under SPEAKERS, select DOLBY CENTER MODE & FIXED AUDIO
OUT to operate TV speakers as center speakers for Dolby sound transmission. (See
Installation section in the manual.)
DOLBY CENTER MODE
&FIXED AUDIO OUT
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