Philips/Magnavox 8P5444C101 User manual

Instructions for use
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Know these
safetysymbo/s_. This "bolt of lightning" indicates uninsulated material within your unit which may cause an
electrical shock. For the safety of everyone in your household, please do not remove product
COvering.
•_, The "exclamation point" calls attention to features for which you should read the enclosed
literature closely to prevent operating and maintenance problems.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, and fully insert.
ATTENTION: Pour eviter les choea _lectriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la
borne correspo_dante de la prise et pousser jusqu'au fond.
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SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS- Readbeforeoperatingequipment
Thisproductwasdesignedand manufacturedto meetstrict qualityand
safetystandards.Thereare, however,someinstallationand operation
precautionswhichyoushouldbeparticularlyawareof.
1. ReadInstructions-Allthesafetyandoperatinginstructionsshould
bereadbeforetheapplianceisoperated.
2. RetainInstructions- Thesafetyandoperatinginstructionsshould
beretainedforfuturereference.
3. HeedWarnings-Allwarningsontheapplianceandintheoperating
instructionsshouldbeadheredto.
4. FollowInstructions-Alloperatinganduseinstructionsshouldbe
followed.
5. WaterandMoisture- Theapplianceshouldnotbeusednearwater
-forexample,nearabathtub,washbowl,kitchensink,laundrytub.
ina wetbasementor nearaswimmingpool,etc.
6. CartsandStands- Theapplianceshouldbeusedonlywitha cartDr
standthat isrecommendedbythemanufacturer.
6A. _ An applianceand cartcombinationshould be moved
with care. Quickstops, excessiveforce, and uneven
surfacesmaycausetheapplianceandcartcombination
tooverturn.
7. Wall orCeilingMounting- Theapplianceshouldbe mountedto a
wallorceilingonlyasrecommendedbythemanufacturer.
8. Ventilalion- Theapplianceshouldbesituatedsothatits locationor
positiondoesnot interferewith its properventilation.Forexample,
theapplianceshouldnot besituatedona bed,sofa,rug,or similar
surfacethat may block the ventilationopenings;or, placedin a
built-ininstallation,suchasa bookcaseor cabinetthat mayimpede
theflow ofairthroughtheventilationopenings.
9. Heat- Theapplianceshouldbesituatedawayfrom heatsources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances
(includingamplifiers)that produceheat.
10. PowerSources- Theapplianceshouldbe connectedto a power
supplyonlyofthetypedescribedintheoperatinginstructionsoras
markedontheappliance.
11. Power-CordProtection- Powersupplycordsshouldbe routedso
that theyarenot likelyto bewalkedonor pinchedby itemsplaced
upon or againstthem, paying particular attention to cords and
plugs,conveniencereceptacles,andthepointwherethey exitfrom
theappliance.
12. Cleaning-Theapplianceshouldbe cleanedonlyas recommended
bythemanufacturer.
13. PowerLines - An outdoorantennashouldbe locatedawayfrom
powerlines.
14. OutdoorAntennaGrounding- Ifan outsideantennaisconnectedto
the receiver,be surethe antennasystemisgroundedso asto
providesomeprotectionagainstvoltagesurgesandbuilt up static
charges.
Section810oftheNationalElectricCode,ANSI/NFPANo.70-1984,
providesinformationwithrespecttopropergroundingofthemats
and supportingstructuregroundingof the lead-in wire to an
antennadischargeunit,sizeof groundingconnectors,locationof
antenna-dischargeunit, connectionto groundingelectrodesand
requirementsfor thegroundingelectrode.SeeFig.below.
15. Non-use Periods - The powercordofthe applianceshould be
unpluggedfromtheoutletwhenleftunusedfor a longperiodof
time.
16. ObjectandLiquid Entry- Careshouldbetakensothatobjectsdo
notfall and liquidsare not spilledinto theenclosurethrough
openings.
17. DamageRequiringService- Theapplianceshouldbeservicedby
qualifiedservicepersonnelwhen:
A. Thepowersupplycordortheplughasbeendamaged;or
B. Objectshavefallen, or liquid has been spilled into the
appliance;or
C. Theappliancehasbeenexposedtorain;or
D. Theappliancedoesnotappeartooperatenormallyor exhibits
a markedchangeinperformance;or
E. Theappliancehasbeendropped,ortheenclosuredamaged.
18. Servicing-Theusershouldnotattemptto servicetheappliance
beyond thatdescribed in the operatinginstructions.All other
servicingshouldbereferredtoqualifiedservicepersonnel.
Note to the CATVsysteminstaller: Thisreminder isprovided to call the
CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that
providesguidelines for propergrounding and, in particular,specifies that
the cable ground shall be connectedto the grounding systemof the
building, as closetothe pointof cable entryaspractical.
ExampleofAntennaGrounding
asperNEC- National ElectricCode
EXAMPLEOF ANTENNAGROUNDINGASPER NATIONALELECTRICALCODE(NEC)
GROUND CLAMP ANTENNALEADIN WIRE
ANTENNADISCHARGEUNIT (mesecno_m-re)
GROUNDINGCONDUCTORSiwc secno,sle*_l
GROUND CLAMPS
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ELECTRICSERVICEEQUIPMENT

_[_ Getting Started
Welcome/Product Registration ................... 2
Safety/Precautions ..................................................... 3
Table of Contents ....................................................... 4
Features, Model andCabinet Information ................. 5
[:_ On-Screen Features
PICTURE MENU
<:'AdjustingColor, Brightness, Sharpness,
Tint, and Picture Controls ................................... 6
<>Using the Clearview Control ............................... 7
<>Adjusting the TV's Convergence Control ........... 8
<>Using the Flesh Correction Control .................... 9
FEATURES MENU
•_Selecting a Picture Source ................................ 10
<>Setting the TV for Closed Captioning ............... I 1
<>Setting the TV for Cable or Antenna Signals....12
<>Adding Channels in Memory (Automatically) .13
<>Adding Channels in Memory (Manually) ......... 14
<>Setting the TV Clock ......................................... 15
<>Turn-On Timer .................................................. 16
<>Using the Sleep Timer Control ......................... 17
<>Adjusting the Channel Display Control ............ 18
<>Using the Time/Channel Reminder Control...... 18
<>Using Parental Control to Censor Channels 19-20
<>Using the Channel Label Control ...................... 21
<>Using the Language Selection Control .............. 22
SOUND MENU
<>Adjusting Bass, Treble, and Balance Sound
Controls ............................................................. 23
<>Setting the Bass Boost Control ........................ 23
<>Setting the TV for Stereo and SAP Programs ..24
<>Using the Incredible Stereo Control ................. 25
<>Using the Volume Display Control ................... 25
<>Using the TV Speaker On/Off Control with
the Audio Output jacks ..................................... 26
<>Surround Sound Speaker Connections and
Variable Audio Output Control ........................ 27
<>Using the TV's Audio/Video Input and
!• Output Jacks ............................................... 28-31
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Because of continuous product improvements, the
information mentioned in the documents accompanying your
)roductare subject to change without notice.
Remote Control Operation
Setting the Smart Picture Control .......... 32-33
Using Smart Sound Control ........................ 34
Using the Smart Surf Control .................................. 35
Setting the Remote to Work VCRs .................... 36-37
Se_ttingthe Remote to Work
Cable TV Converters .......................................... 38-39
Setting the Remote to Work VCRs or Cable
Converters - "Search Method". ................................ 40
Using the Remote's VCR buttons ............................ 41
Picture-In-Picture (PIP)
_] How to Use PIP (Connections) ............. 42-43
How to Use PIP with the TV Remote ........ 44
Selecting the Picture Source for PIP ........................ 45
Adjusting Picture-in-Picture Color and Tint ............ 46
More PIP Connections (Cable Converter) ............... 47
General Information
iTV Menu 48
Help
Tips if Something Isn't Working ............... 49
Glossary of TV Terms ............................................. 50
Index ........................................................................ 51
Factory Service Locations .................................. 52-53
Warranty .................................................................. 56
Use the simple Set-Up Guide (supplied with
your TV information packet) for details on:
• Antenna Hook-ups
• First Time Set-Up
(Automatic Settings)
• Basic TV and Remote
Control Operation
• On-Screen Menu Use
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First Time Set Up -automatically sets the TV for
local channels, the correct picture signal (antenna or
cable), and assists in the setting of TV's Smart Clock
feature.
Infrared Remote Control - operates your TV set and
a variety of wireless remote control VCRs and Cable
TV Converters.
Standard TV broadcast (VHF/UHF) or Cable TV
(CATV) channet capability.
Closed Captioning - allows the viewer to read TV
program dialogue or voice conversations as on-screen
text.
Automatic Programming of channels - for quick and
easy selection of favorite stations available in your
area.
Picture-In-Picture (PIP) - can show a TV program
and the direct video output from an accessory (VCR,
etc.) onto the TV screen at the same time.
Parental Control for "Censoring" -this feature can
block out channels to keep children from watching
Undesirable programming.
Stereo-TV - with a built-in audio amplifier and a twin
speaker system, reception of TV programs in both
broadcast stereo sound or (SAP) bilingual broadcast
are available.
Twin Antenna (A/B) Inputs -for easy displaying of
two separate signal sources on the TV. An A/B button
on the remote control switches the TV's Main screen
between the two Antenna (A & B) Input options.
Audio/Video Jacks -for direct connections with
VCRs (and other accessories) for quality TV picture
and sound playback.
Surround Sound -this TV set contains external
audio speaker connections for a more dynamic sound
effect.
Sleep-Timer - automatically turns the TV OFF at
preset time intervals.
Smart Button -for the control of TV Sound and the
Picture levels. Use the Smart Button on the remote to
quickly adjust Smart Sound (to set TV Volume levels
during program changes or commercial breaks); Smart
Picture (for programmed video video level
adjustments on a variety of program sources); and
Smart Surf (for quick one button channel selection of
up to l0 of your favorite channels).
As you unpack your TV please note that the
following items have been included with your set:
Owner's Manual
- Safety Tip Information
Factory Service Center Locations
Warranty Registration Card
Remote Control Transmitter
Batteries for Remote Control Use
Please take a few minutes to complete your
registration card. The serial number for the TV is
on the back of the set.
Refer to the back of this manual for instructions
on the cleaning and care of the TV.
End-of-Life disposal
Your new projection television and its packaging
contain materials that can be recycled and reused.
Specialized companies can recycle your product
to increase the amount of reusable materials and
minimize the amounts which need to be properly
disposed.
Your product also uses batteries which should not
be thrown away when depleted, but should be
handed in and disposed of as small chemical
waste.
Please find out about the local regulations on how
to dispose of your old television, batteries, and
packaging materials whenever you replace
existing equipment.
An accessory storage shelf compartment has been
designed into some
Projection TV Cabinets
for the placement of
such items as VCRs,
CD-i (Compact Disc
Interactive) Players, or
other pieces of
audio/video equipment.
If your Projection TV is
so equipped, use the
connection tunnel
(located on the rear wall
of the storage
compartment) to route Antenna, Cable, or other
signal supply wires from the accessories to the TV's
rear cabinet jackpanel.
Note: A Projection TV Screen Enhancement Filter
may also be present on certain select models. Refer
to the Cleaning and Care Instructions provided for
directions on how to remove the framed filter if it
should ever be necessary.

your TV color and
picture controls, select a TV
Select BRIGHTNESS,
PICTURE, COLOR, TINT, or
SHARPNESS picture control.
With the PICTURE MENU on
screen, move the REDhighlight
with the MENU (M) _,'_ buttons.
Then press the MENU button.
<_ Pressthe (+) or (-) buttons to
adjust the selected control.
_Press the STATUS button to
[clear the screen
is centered, control
settings are at normal mid-range
levels.
Press (-) or (+) until
dark parts of the picture show good
detail.
MCTURE Press (-) or (+) until
whitest parts of the picture are as
bright as you prefer.
COLOR Press (-) or (+) to add or
eliminate color.
_NT Press (-) or (+) to obtain
natural skin tones. (Also see Flesh
Correction on page 9 for more
information).
Press (-) or (+) to
improve detail in the picture.
MAIN b
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Select and then press ]Select and then press MENU
controls grouped under same
feat ut_ heading. For
Ex_anple: Tint, Brightness,
Picture, etc.
HOW TO SELECT FEATURES
(WITH BUTrONS ON THE REMOTE)
Press MENU (M)_I_I_" "
to move from Side to
Side within the Menu,
Press MENU (M)
to select RED
highlighted Press MENU (M)
•• to move Up
and Down within
the Menu.

Clearview is a sharpness feature
which smoothes out
background snow (or picture noise)
without losing picture image detail
or crispness.
<_ Select CLEARVIEW control.
With the PICTURE MENU on
screen, move the RED highlight
with the MENU (M)_ buttons.
Then press the MENU button.
Press the MENU AV buttons
to move the RED highlight. Press
the MENU button to select (tl) the
ENHANCED mode.
<_ Press the STATUS button to
clear the screen.0[]

Clnvergence is the correct
ining up of the red and blue
light paths on the TV screen.
NOTE: If no color fringing (see
Smart Help) shows, then no
Convergence adjustments are
necessary for your TV.
<_ Select CONVERGENCE
control.
With PICTURE MENU (2 of 2) on
screen, move the REDhighlight
with the MENU (M)4_) buttons.
Then press the MENU button.
<_ If there is RED or BLUE color
fringing on the White cross, press
the MENU button to continue.
<_ Press the MENU t_), buttons
to move the red or blue cross
directly over the white cross on the
TV screen.
The red or blue cross is properly
adjusted when it is completely
merged with the white cross. (No
color appears around the edge of
the white cross).
<_ Press the STATUS button to
clear the screen when convergence
adjustments are complete.
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PICTUeE MENU
PICTURE MENU
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If there is RED or BLUE
fringe on the WHITE cross,
use this ad)ustment to
improvethe picture.
Press "M" to Continue
-or -
Press ")" to Return
Remember. Convergence
i has been set at the factory for
best viewing, but if one or more of
the (red or blue) colors appear
around the edges of objects (color
fringing) follow the steps given in
this section.

U_e the Flesh Correction
ontrol to keep skin tone hues
(or facial tint)from varying from
TV channel to TV channel.
Select FLESH
CORRECTION control.
With PICTURE MENU (2 of 2) on
screen, move the RED highlight
with the MENU (M)4_ buttons.
Then press the MENU button.
<_ Press the MENU _.V buttons
to move the RED highlight. Press
the MENU button to turn(t_) the
FLESH CORRECTION control
ON.
_Press the button to
STATUS
clear the screen.
PICTURE MENU
PICTUR E MENU
20F2
FLESH
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The picture for the TV can come
hrough either the ANTENNA
plug or the AUDIO/VIDEO INput
jacks (on the rear of the TV). The
Picture Source control simply tells
the TV which one of these picture
sources it is to show on the TV
screen.
[<_S Select PICTURE SOURCEELECT control.
With the FEATURES MENU on
screen, move the REDAhi_,hli_,htoi,,
with the MENU (M) 4,-_ buttons.
Then press the MENU button.
<_ Press the MENU AV buttons
to move the RED highlight. Press
the MENU button to turn the
desired PICTURE SOURCE
control ON (t,J).
ANT Aor B- for a picture signal
coming from either the ANT(enna)
A or B Input plugs on the TV.
AUX 1- for a picture signal
coming from the AUX 1 Video
Input jack on the rear of the TV.
AUX 2- for a picture signal
coming from the AUX 2 Video
Input jack on the rear of the TV.
AUX 3- for a picture signal
coming from the Video Input jack
on the front of the TV.
<_ Press the STATUS button to
clear the screen.
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_ MAIN MENU _----_ ili'
Note: A "'S-VIDEO I'" (or 2) Input
wi!l appear as a PICTURE SOURCE
SELECT(ion) in place of the AUX I
(or AUX 2) position when the S-
VIDEO plugs (on the rear of lhe TV)
are connecled. S¢€ page 30 for
operating delails on S-VIDEO.
Remember, the AUX 1,
!AUX 2, and AUX 3 modes
must have a video signal source
connected (to their INPUT plug)
or the TV screen will be blank.
(See page 28 for connection
details).
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