ProScan PS27500 User manual

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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"dangerous voltage" inside the _ important instructions
product that presents a risk of accompanying the product.
electric shock or personal injury.
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, match wide
blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Attention: Pour _viter les chocs _lectriques, introduire la lame
la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la
prise et pousser jusq_ au fond.
Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back
panel of your product for its proper operating voltage.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this
equipment may void the user's authority to operate it.
If fixed (non-moving) imagesare left on the screenfor long periods, they may
be permanently imprinted on the screen. Suchimages include network Iogos,
phone numbers,and video games. This damage is not covered by your
warranty. Extendedviewing of channelsdisplaying these images should be
avoided.
Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article
820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical
Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular,
specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the
building asclose to the point of cable entry as practical.
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I he GUIDE Plus+ Gold system is manufactured under license from Index 1
Systems Inc.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SETUP AND CONNECTIONS ................... ............. .-........... 3
Step 1 : Unpack the TV ..................................................... 4
Step 2: Connecting your TV .................................. 2.......... 4
TV Only (PIP Not Available) ....................................... 4
The Basic connection (pip not available) .................... 5
Advanced Connections .............................................. 6
Step 3:Connecting the IR Controller ................................. 9
Attaching the IR Controllers ........................................ 9
Step 4: Plug in the -IV .................................................... 10
Step 5: Place batteries in remote .................................... 10
Step 6: Turn on the IV ................................................... 10
On-Screen Program Guide ....................................... 10
Step 7: Program the TV .................................................. 10
INTERACTIVE SETUP .......................................................... 11
Using Point and Select ................................................... 12
Entering Setup ................................................................ 12
Select a Language .......................................................... 13
Auto Channel Search ..................................................... 13
GUIDE Plus+ System ..................................................... 14
Set the Time ................................................................... 14
Set the VCR1 Channel (auto tuning) ............................... 15
Set the VCR2 Channel (auto tuning) ............................... 15
Set the DVD Channel (auto tuning) ................................ 16
Set the SAT/CABLE Channel (auto tuning) ....... ............... 17
Label the Channels ........................................................ 18
What Now? ................................................................... 18
Program the Remote ................................................. 18
USING THE REMOTE ................................................ .......... 19
Remote Buttons ........................................................ 20
Using the WHO.INPUT button ............................... 21
Programming the Remote .............................................. 22
Testing the remote .................................................... 22
Programming the remote .......................................... 22
Using the remote to control a device ........................ 23
Modes of Operation ................................................. 23
Front Panel .................................................................... 23

TABLE OF CONTENTS
FEATURES AND MENUS .................................................... 25
Menus and Control Panels ............................................. 26
Menus ........................................ .............................. 26
Control Panels .................. ................. ....................... 27
Audio Menu .................. ................................................ 28
Using the remote to select an audio processor ............... 29
Picture Quality Menu .................................................... 30
Screen Menu ................................................................. 31
Using Closed Captioning .......................................... 32
Channel Menu ............................................................... 33
Time Menu .................................................................... 34
Parental Controls Menu ................................................. 35
GUIDE Plus+ Menu ....................................................... 36
Setup Menu ................................................................... 36
PIP (Picture-in-Picture) Operation .................................. 37
Channel Marker ............................................................. 38
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................ ................................ 39
CARE AND CLEANING ..................................................... 40
PROSCAN TV LIMITED WARRANTY ........................... 41
ACCESSORY INFORMATION ......................................... 42
INDEX ....................................................................................... 45
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SETUP AND CONN
GETTING STARTED
This manual isdesigned to get yo_
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SETUP AND CONNECTIONS
STEPI: UNPACK THETV
Make sure to locate the remote control and your GUIDE Plus+ Booklet.
STEP2: CONNECTING YOUR "l"Y
There are three types of connections outlined in this section:
TV Only: If you're only going to connect the
TV to your home antenna or cable
system.
The BasicConnection: If you're going to connect the TV to a
VCR or satellite receiver.
Advanced Connections: If you're going to make multiple
connections, hooking up the TV to
one or two VCRs, DVD player, and a
satellite receiver.
Cable information and illustrations are given for each type of
connection. Once you have completed your desired connection you
may skip forward to Step 3.
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rBefore You Connect
Protect against power surges:
• Connect all components before
plugging any power cords into the wall
outlet.
• Turn off the TV and/or component
before Connecting or disconnecting
any cables.
0 Make sure all antennas and cables are
properly grounded. Refer to your Safety
Tips sheet packed with your TV.
"1"%/ONLY (PIPNOT AVAILABLE)
This is a basic connection from an antenna or cable system to your TV.
Connect the cable into the Cable/Antenna jack asshown.
CABLES
You will use the following cable to make your connection:
Coaxial Cable: These cables carry audio and video
signal to the TV from an antenna, cable, or
cablebox.
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA
Once you have completed this connection you may skip to Step 3.
This Connection Will Not Allow
You to Use PIP
Your TV is equipped with a single tuner
which means you must connect with a
second video source using Audio/Video
Cables. This TV Only connection will
not enable you to use your PIP,but will
get your TV up and running quickly.
Refer to Advanced Connections for
connecting Audio/Video cables to your
VCR or other video component.
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YOUr TV May Differ •
Model P527500 does not have an
S-Video jack for INPUT2 nor external
peaker terminals. 1
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SETUP AND CONNECTIONS-
THE BASIC CONNECTION (PIP NOT AVAILABLE)
The basic connection below (TV and VCR) is the most common
connection and istherefore used to illustrate a single component
connection with your TV. For better sound and picture quality and
multiple component connection information refer to the next section,
Advanced Connections.
CABLES
You will use the following cable to make your connection:
Coaxial Cables: These cables carry both the audio
and video signal to the TV from an antenna, cable,
or cablebox. In this connection, a second Coaxial
Cable carries the signal through the VCR to the TV.
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA
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You to Use PIP
Your TV is equipped with a single tuner
which means you must connect with a
second video source using Audio/Video
Cables. This Basic Connection will not
enable you to use your PIP,but will get
your TV up and running quickly.
Refer to Advanced Connections for
connecting Audio/Video cables to your
_VCR or other video component.
How ToVIEW THEVCR
To watch the VCR in this connection tune TV to
Channel 3 or 4.
Later, in the Interactive Setup section you will
program the TV to automatically tune to Channel 3
or 4 when you turn on the VCR.
Once you have completed this connection you may skip to Step 3,
"Connecting the IR Controller."
YourTV May Differ
Model PS27500 does not have an
S-Video jack for INPUT2 nor external
speaker terminals.
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SETUP AND CONNECTIONS
ADVANCED CONNECTIONS
Advanced connections give you better sound and video by separating
the audio and video signals and enable you to connect multiple
components.
This section describes the types of inputs available on the back of your
TV and suggests ways you can usethem for optimum performance.
BACK OF THE TV
The diagrambelow describeseachofthebackpaneljacks.When
connectingA/V cables,be suretoconnectcorrespondingOUTPUTS
and INPUTS (VideotoVideo,RightAudio toRightAudio,etc.).
Input 1
Connect any of the following components:
• VCR • Internet Access Device
° Laserdisc Player ° DVD Player
° Satellite Receiver
To view the component connected to Input 1:
Use the WHO°INPUT button on the remote.
Input 2
Connect any of the following components:
• VCR •Internet Access Device
• Laserdisc Player • DVD Player
• Satellite Receiver
S-Video
This optional
connection
can be used
for better
video quality
INPUT 1
To view the component connected to Input 2:
Use the WHO•INPUT button on the remote.
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connections.
S-Video* 1
This optional connection can
be used for better video
quality picture.
VCR Control
Connect Guide Plus+
controller for one-button
recording and channel
tuning from the Guide.
*Model PS27500 does not have these features.
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SETUP AND CONNECTIONS
SAMPLE CONNECTIONS
The following are sample connection scenarios which you may
encounter when connecting components to your TV. Note: those
components which offer an S-Video connection, such as DVD, VCR or
Satellite Receivers, must match their S-Video connection with their
audio INPUT connection.
CABLES
You will usethe following cable to make your connection:
Coaxial Cables: Carries the signal from the
antenna or cable directly to the television or
through a cablebox, as needed by your cable
system.
Audio/Video Cables: Carries sound and video
from the component to the TV.
S-Video Cable: Carries video from an S-Video
capable component which provides best
picture quality.
TV AND STEREOVCR
CABLE,CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA
Cautions:
Position cables to Avoid Audio Hum or
Interference
• Insert all cables firmly into jacks.
• Place the audio/video cables to the
sides of the TV's back panel instead of
straight down the middle.
• Try not to coil any twin-lead cables
and keep them away from the audio/
video cables.
Protect your componentsfrom
Overheating
• Do not block ventilation holes in any
of the components. Arrange the
components sothat air can circulate
freely.
• Do not stack components.
• Allow adequate ventilation when
placing your components in a stand.
• Place an amplifier on the top shelf of
the stand so heated air rising from it
will not flow around other
components.
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Compared to the Basic Connection, usingaudio, video and
S-Video (if available) cables will enhance the sound and picture quality
from a component.
How ToVIEwYouRVCR
To watch the VCR in this connection, press TV to put the
remote control into TV mode, then press WHO• INPUT to
scroll through the video input channels until you tune to
VlD1 input.
In the Interactive Setup section you can program the TV
to automatically tune to the VlD1 input channel when
you turn on the VCR.
Most Audio/Video cables are combined •
into one cable with three heads on each
end.
We show individual
cables in these
sample __}
connections. Either
may be used, but you _,_ffAud_€,__l:E_,)
must be sure to connect
Video to Video, Right to Right and Left to
Left:
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SETUP AND CONNECTIONS
TV,VCR AND SATELLITERECEIVER
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA
SATELLITE RECEIVER
VCR
How TO VIEW YOUR COHPONENTS
To watch the Satellite Receiver in this connection,
pressTV to put the remote control into TV mode, then
pressWHO.INPUT to scroll through the video input
channels until you tune to VID1 ( or S-VID 1) input.
To watch the VCR in this connection, press TV to put
the remote control into TV mode, then press
WHO*INPUT to scroll through the video input
channels until you tune to VlD2 ( or S-VID 2) input.
In the Interactive Setup you can program the TV to
automatically tune to correct input channel when you
turn on your component,
TV,VCR, SATELLITE RECEIVERAND DVD
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA SATELUTE SIGNAL
SATELLITE RECEIVER
VCR
How ToVIEWYOUR COI'IPONENTS
Towatch the Satellite Receiver in this connection, press
TV to put the remote control into TV mode, then press
WHO.INPUT to scroll through the video input
channels until you tune to VlD1 ( or S-VlD 1) input.
To watch the VCR in this connection tune to Channel 3
or 4.
Towatch the DVD player in this connection, press TV
to put the remote control into TV mode, then press
WHO.INPUT to scroll through the video input
channels until you tune to VID2 ( or S-VID 2) input.
In the Interactive Setup you can program the TV to
automatically tune to the correct input channel when
you turn on your component.
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SETUP AND CONNECTIONS
STEP3: CONNECTING THE IR CONTROLLER
The IR {Infrared) Controller enables GUIDE Plus+ Gold" to control your
VCR and cable box {if necessary) so that you can tune to television
channels and even start recording a program from the program guide.
After you have affixed the ends of the controller to the necessary
devices (VCR, or Cable box), you will use the on-screen interactive
setup routine for GUIDE Plus+ to test the connected devices. TheIRControllerisusedto sendcommandsto yourVCR
and/orcablebox.
ATTACHING THE IR CONTROLLERS
Some components label the infrared remote sensor,and others do not.
If your component is labeled, affix the IR controller directly over the
sensor. For components that do not label the remote sensor, you need
to useto use the component's remote control to locate the sensor.
1. Hold the component's remote control (not the remote that came
with your TV) so that it is touching the front of the component.
.Slowly move the remote over the front of the component while
pressing the remote power button on and off. (Be sure to press and
release the power button each time you move the remote. Holding
the button may not work.)
3. When the component turns off or on, you've located the sensor.
4. Affix the controller's node directly to the remote sensor.
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Connected to the TV
You may want to use a piece of clear
plastic tape to temporarily affix the
controller's node until you have
completed the interactive setup. That way
you easily move it if you have not placed
it exactly over the sensor.
"GUIDE Plus+ Gold is a trademark of Index System Inc. The GUIDE plus+ Gold system is manufactured under license from index Systems Inc.
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SETUP AND CONNECTIONS
STEP4: PLUGIN THETV
Plug the end into the wall outlet, matching the wide blade of the plug
with the wide slot in the outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely.
STEP 5: PLACEBATTERIES IN REMOTE
• Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the
remote.
• Insert fresh batteries. Make sure that the polarities (+ and -) are
aligned correctly.
• Replace the cover.
STEP&TURN ON THETV
PressTV on the remote, or press POWER on the TV itself.
Pressing the TV button not only turns on the TV, but puts the remote
into TV mode, so that the buttons on the remote will control TV
fun_:tions.
ON-SCREENPROCRAMGUIDE
The TV is designed to bring up the GUIDE Plus+ on-screen program
guide when you use the TV button on the remote to turn on the TV
(after you have set up the GUIDE Plus+ system). For more information,
seethe GUIDE Plus+ Features &Setup booklet.
To GET OUT OF THE GUIDE:
• PressOK to tune to the highlighted channel.
• PressGUIDE to tune to the channel displayed in the View
window.
• PressCLEAR to remove the guide from the screen and go to the
last channel you were watching.
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STEP7: PROGRAM THE
Proceed to the next section, Interactive Setup.The interactive setup
routine walks you through the steps needed to fully configure the TV.
The first steps ask you to select your preferred language for the menu
system and to begin the auto channel search, which puts available
cable TV or antenna signals into the TV's memory.
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INTERACTIVE SETU
THERE'S AN ONSCREEN SETUPROUTINE
The interactive setup routine take
needed to configure theTV:
• Select a menu languJ _
• Search for availabl_channels
•Set upthe GUID_Plus+
• Set the time
• SettheVCRI channel _
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• SettheVCR2 channel
• Set the DVD channel
• Set the SAT/CABLE channel
• Make the channel list and labels
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INTERACTIVE SETUP
USING POINT AND SELECT
You only need to know one rule when using the remote to access on-
screen menus and control panels: point and select. The point and
select method hastwo steps.
1. Point to a menu item using the MOVE arrows on the remote.
To point up or down, press the up or down arrows. To point left
or right, press the left or right arrows.
2. Select a menu item by pressing MENU or OK.
Selecting an item tells the TV's menu system to go ahead and
make the change or go to a place you have indicated.
ENTERING SETUP
The first screen of the Interactive Setup appears automatically when
you turn on your TV for the first time or after a power outage.
1. PressMENU to begin setup or CLEAR to exit.
MENU CLEAR
Point and Select
buttons
You can also access the Interactive Setup through the Main menu:
1. PressMENU to bring up the Main menu.
2. Point to Setup and press MENU or OK. The first Setup screen
comes up, asking you to confirm that you want to begin.
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INTERACTIVE SETUP
3. Point to Begin setup now and press MENU or OK.
SELECT A LANGUAGE
The first part of the setup routine asks you to select your preferred
language for the menu system.
1. Point to your preferred language for the menu system.
2. PressMENU or OK to select that language.
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
The next part of the setup routine asksyou if you want the TV to search
automatically for all channels available through your antenna or cable
TV system. This is sometimes called "autoprogramming."
.PressMENU or OK to tell the TV to begin searching for channels.
The display givesyou a progress report and tells you when it has
finished.
2. Press MENU or OK to continue.
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INTERACTIVE SETUP
GUIDE PLUS+SYSTEM
The next step lets you set up the GUIDE Plus+ system to display your
local program listings, and control your cable box and VCR.
You can either press MENU or OK to bring up the GUIDE Plus+ initial
menu or point to Skip this Step to move to the next step in the
Interactive Setup.
See the GUIDE Plus+ Features & Setup Booklet for detailed setup
instructions.
SET THE TIME
The next step in the Interactive Setup letsyou setthe time of day. If
your GUIDE Plus+ system has not completed its first download you
need to setthe time. Once the Guide system has completed its first
download, it setsthe time for you automatically.
1. PressMENU or OK to bring up the SetTime control panel.
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Use the left and right arrowsto point to the hour and minutes
spaces. Use the up and down arrows to scroll through the numbers
and change from AM to PM.
Press MENU or OK to continue.

INTERACTIVE SETUP
SET THEVCRI CHANNEL (AUTO TUNING)
The next step lets you set the VCR1 channel. When you set the VCR1
channel, you're telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press
the VCR1 button on the remote. This isAuto Tuning.
Indicate which input you used to connect the VCR. If you don't have a
VCR1 component connected to the TV, skip this step or select Not
Connected from the VCR1 Channel choice list. (For more, see Auto
Tuning in the Features and Menus section.)
1. PressMENU or OK to bring up the VCR1 choice list.
.Point to the choice that matches the way you have your VCR
connected to the TV.
3. PressMENU or OK to continue.
SET THEVCR2 CHANNEL (AUTO TUNING)
The next step lets you set the VCR2 channel. When you set the VCR2
channel, you're telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press
the VCR2 button on the remote.
Indicate which input you used to connect a second VCR. If you don't
have a second VCR component connected to the TV, skip this step or
select Not Connected from the VCR2 Channel choice list. (For more,
seeAuto Tuning in the Features and Menus section.)
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INTERACTIVESETUP
1. Press MENU or OK to bring up the VCR2 choice list.
.Point to the choice that matches the way you have your second
VCR connected to the TV.
3. PressMENU or OK to continue.
SETTHEDVD CHANNEL(AUTO TUNING)
The next step lets you set the DVD channel. When you set the DVD
channel, you're telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press
the DVD button on the remote.
Indicate which input you used to connect a DVD player. If you don't
have a DVD player connected to the IV, skip this step or select Not
Connected from the DVD Channel choice list. (For more, seeAuto
Tuning in the Features and Menus section.)
1. Press MENU or OK to bring up the DVD choice list.
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INTERACTIVE SETUP
2. Point to the choice that matches the way you have your DVD player
connected to the TV.
3. Press MENU or OK to continue.
SET THE SAT/CABLE CHANNEL (AUTO TUNING)
The next step lets you set the SAT/CABLE channel. When you set the
SAT/CABLEchannel, you're telling the TV what channel to tune to when
you press the SAT-CABLE button on the remote.
Indicate which input you used to connect a satellite receiver or a cable
box. If you don't have a satellite receiver or cable box connected to the
TV, skip this step or select Not Connected from the SAT/CABLE Channel
choice list. (For more, see Auto Tuning in the Features and Menus
section.)
1. PressMENU or OK to bring up the SAT/CABLEchoice list.
,Point to the choice that matches the way you have your satellite
receiver or cable box connected to the TV.
3. Press MENU or OK to continue.
If You Have Both a Satellite
Receiver and a Cable Box
Connected to the TV
The remote cannot Control both a cable
box and the satellite receiver. If you
choose to have the remote control the
satellite receiver, you must then use your
cable box remote to control the cable
box. You may, however, prefer to use the
satellite receiver remote for satellite
programming, and set your SAT.CABLE
button to control your cable box. It'syour
choice.
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INTERACTIVE SETUP
LABEL THE CHANNELS
This last step in the Interactive Setup lets you create your channel list
and label your channels. (For more, see List and Labels in the Features
and Menus section.)
1. PressMENU or OK to bring up the List and Labels control panel.
.
,
.
Use the left and right arrows to point to the three different areas of
the control panel (called "fields").
Use the up and down arrows to scroll through the numbers and
letters and select Yesor No in the Normal List field. You may wish
to refer to the call letters listed in your newspaper's TV section for
ideas on labelling the channels.
Repeat this process for each of your channels. Then press MENU or
OK to continue. The TV can store up to 27 labels in memory.
WHAT NOW?
Now that you've finished the interactive setup, you can sit back, relax,
and enjoy the TV. Or...
PROGRAM THE REMOTE
Since you've gone this far, you can take a few minutes to program the
remote to controlyour VCR, DVD player, Satellite receiver, or other
components. To find out how to program the remote, go to the next
section.
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