Skyworth SLTV-2268A-2 User manual

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MANUAL-8R28
2008-08-20
22L5G
87108U
SKYWORTH
SLTV-2268A-2
SIZE:A4

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT
REMOVE COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lighting flash with arrow head within a
triangle is intended to tell the user that parts
inside the product are a risk of electric shock
to persons.
The exclamation point within a triangle is
intended to tell the user that important
operating and servicing instructions are in
the papers with the appliance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture and objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on this apparatus.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.READ INSTRUCTIONS - All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the unit is operated.
2.RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future reference.
3.HEED WARNINGS - All warnings on the unit and in
the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4.FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - All operating and use
instructions should be followed.
5.CLEANING - Unplug this unit from the wall outlet
before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning the exterior
cabinet only.
6.ATTACHMENTS - The manufacturer of this unit does
not make any recommendations for attachments, as
they may cause hazards.
7.WATER AND MOISTURE - Do not use this unit near
water. For example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool.
8.ACCESSORIES - Do not place this unit on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table.
The unit may fall, causing serious injury, and serious
damage to the unit. An appliance and cart combination
should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance
and cart combination to overturn.
TV/CATV MODE SELECTION
When shipped from the factory, the TV/CATV menu option is set to the "TV" mode. If using CATV, set the
menu option to "CATV" (Cable Television)
PORTABLE CART WARNING
9.VENTILATION - Slots and openings in thecabinet
back or bottom are provided forventilation, to ensure
reliable operation of the unit and to protect it from
overheating. These openings should never be
blocked by placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or
other similar surface. This unit should never be
placed near or over a radiator or heat source. This
unit should not be placed in a built-in installation,
such as a bookcase, or rackunless proper ventilation
is provided or the manufacture's instructions have
been adhered to.
10.POWER SOURCE - This unit should beoperated
only from the type of power source indicated on the
rating plate. If you are notsure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer
or local power company. For units intended to
operate from battery power,or other sources, refer to
the operating instructions.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance with the FCC
Rules could void the use's authority to operate this equipment.
S3126A
WARNING:
WARNING: Do not leave any stationary images, patterns, PIP box, or letterbox images on the screen for an extended
period of time.Also, do notdisplay the same stationary patternsfrequently.This may resultin permanent
ghost images on the display unit. This type of damage is not covered under warranty. Examples of this
type of situation can be butnot limited to the following:side bar images, stock market report bars, video
game patterns, closed captioning, shopping channellogo, price display, and letterboxblack bars. To
prevent this type of damage, displayconstant moving imagesthat fill the screen as often as possible.
According to the industrial standards, there are a certain number of defective pixels both bright
and dark that are acceptable. Although we produce panel with more than 99.99 percent active
cells, there still may be some cells that do not produce light or remain lit. For more information,
please contact sales or the technical support.
Double insulation this is class apparatus.
The mains plug used as the disconnect device. The disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
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11.POLARIZATION- This unitis equipped with a
polarized alternating current line plug (a plug
having one bladewider than theother). This plug
will fit intothe power outletonly one way. This isa
safety feature. Ifyou are unableto insert theplug
fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the
plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose ofthe polarized plug.
12.POWER-CORD PROTECTION - Power supply
cords should berouted so thatthey are notlikely
to be walkedon or pinchedby items placedupon
or against them, paying particular attention to
cords at plugs,convenience receptacles, andthe
point where theyexit from theappliance.
13.LIGHTNING - To protect your unit during a
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and
unused for longperiods of time,unplug it fromthe
wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
system. This willprevent damage to the unit due
to lightning andpower line surges.
14. POWER LINES - An outside antenna system
should not be located in the vicinity of overhead
power lines, or other electric light or power
circuits, or whereit can fallinto such powerlines
or circuits. When installing an outside antenna
system, extreme care should be taken to keep
from touching such power lines or circuits as
contact with themmight be fatal.
15.OVERLOADING - Do notoverload wall outlets
and extension cordsas this canresult in arisk of
fire or electricshock.
16.OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY - Do not push
objects through any openings in this unit as they
may touch dangerousvoltage points orshort out
parts that could result in fire or electric shock.
Never spill orspray any typeof liquid intothe unit.
17.OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING - If an
outside antenna or cable system is connected to
the unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA70, provides informationwith respect
to proper grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for thegrounding electrode.
18.SERVICING - Do not attempt to service this
unit yourself asopening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
A. When thepower-supply cord orplug is
damaged.
B. If liquidhas been spilled,or objects have
fallen into theunit.
C. If theunit has beenexposed to rainor water.
D. If theunit does notoperate normally by
following the operatinginstructions. Adjust
only those controlsthat are coveredby the
operating instructions, asan improper
adjustment of othercontrols may resultin
damage and willoften require extensive
work by aqualified technician torestore the
unit to Itsnormal operation.
E. If theunit has beendropped or thecabinet
has been damaged.
F. When the unitexhibits a distinctchange in
performance, this indicatesa need forservice.
20.REPLACEMENT PARTS - When replacement
parts are required,be sure theservice technician
uses replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or those that have the same
characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or
other hazards.
21.SAFETY CHECK - Upon completion of any
service or repairs to this unit, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to determine
that the unitis in properoperating condition.
22.HEAT - The product should be situated away
from heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other products(including
amplifiers) that produceheat.
23.NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER - This
reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC
that provides guidelinesfor proper groundingand,
In particular,specifies that thecable ground shall
be connected to the grounding system of the
building, as close to the point of cable entry as
practical.
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
ANTENNA LEAD
IN WIRE
GROUND
CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE S2898A
19.DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE- Unplug this
unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:
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Preparation..............................................................................................5
ToRemove TheStand Base....................................................................... 5
Things to ConsiderBefore You Connect ..................................................6
Protect AgainstPower Surges ...................................................................6
Instructions at thebeginning of theUser's Guide .........................................6
Position Cables Properlyto Avoid AudioInterference ...................................6
Use Indirect Light..................................................................................... 6
Get thePicture .................................................................................... 6-7
Getting Channels .....................................................................................7
Choose Your Connection....................................................................7-11
Video (Basic)Connection .......................................................................... 8
Component Video(Advanced) Connection ..................................................8
HDMI/DVI Connection............................................................................. 10
PC Connection ........................................................................................11
Plug inthe TV........................................................................................ 12
Put Batteriesin theRemote ...................................................................12
Turnon theTV .......................................................................................12
How toUse theRemote Controlto Completethe InitialSetup .................12
Complete theInitial Setup..................................................................... 12
Set theMenu Language...........................................................................12
Complete ChannelSetup .........................................................................12
What To Expect......................................................................................13
Watching TV...........................................................................................13
Changing Channels................................................................................ 13
Explanation ofJacks (inalphabetical order)..........................................13
Buttons andOther JacksOn Your TV..................................................... 14
Side PanelButtons ..................................................................................14
Using theRemote Control
The Buttonson theRemote Control..................................................15-16
Channel Banner...................................................................................... 21
Using theMenu System......................................................................... 17
Picture Menu.....................................................................................17-18
Sound Menu...........................................................................................19
Channel Menu...................................................................................19-21
Setup Menu...................................................................................... 22-23
Tableof Contens
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Important Safety Instructions
Connections &Setup
Using the Menu System
Using the Remote Control

Parental Controlsand V-Chip .................................................................24
How V-ChipWorks forUSA andCanada .....................................................24
Lock ParentalControls............................................................................. 24
The V-Chip Ratingsscreen........................................................................24
US V-Chip TVRatings ..............................................................................24
Blocking specificcontent themes.............................................................. 25
V-Chip USA Movie RatingLimit .................................................................26
Blocking CanadianV-Chip Ratings ........................................................... 26
Block Channel......................................................................................... 26
Button Block............................................................................................27
Change Password....................................................................................27
US V-Chip RatingSystem .........................................................................32
Canadian EnglishV-Chip Rating System....................................................32
Canadian FrenchV-Chip Rating System.................................................... 33
Frequently AskedQuestions (FAQs) .......................................................28
Care andCleaning ..................................................................................28
Troubleshooting................................................................................29-31
TV Problems............................................................................................29
Problems withHDMI connection................................................................30
The remotecontrol donest work.................................................................31
Problems withV-Chip/Parentalcontrols .....................................................31
What elsecan Ido?...................................................................................31
V-ChipRating Explanations...............................................................32-33
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Warranty Card................................................................................... 35-36
Main Technical Specifications
Tableof Contens
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Parental Controls
Other Information

Preparation
Thank you very much for your purchase of this product-the most natural Colour Television Receiver.
To enjoy your set to the full from the very beginning, read this manual carefully and keep it handy
for ready reference.
The power consumption of the display is approximately 60 watts, please use the power cord
designated for the product. When an extension cord is required, use one with the correct power
rating. The cord must be grounded and the grounding feature must not be defeated.
The product should be installed on a flat surface to avoid tipping. Space should be maintained
between the back of the product and the wall for proper ventilation. If you would like to mount the
TV to the wall, please see "Preparing the LCD for Wall Mounting" below for additional information.
Avoid installing the product in the kitchen, bathroom or other places with high humidity, dust or
smoke so as to shorten the service life of the electronic components. 0
Please ensure the product is installed with the screen in landscape orientation. Any 90 clockwise
or counterclockwise installation may induce poor ventilation and excessive component damage.
To Remove The Stand Base:
1.Unplug all the cables and cords from your LCD TV.
2.Place the LCD TV face down on a soft and flat surface (blanket,
foam, cloth, etc) to prevent any damage to the display.
3.Remove the screws on the back panel of the TV located near
the bottom so that the base stand can be removed. (See the right
figure)
4.Gently pull the stand away from the display by grasping firmly
to the base.
5.Now the display can fit securely to a mount (sold separately) by
utilizing the mounting holes in the back panel of the display (See
the right figure). Please make sure to read the directions of your
specific wall mount to properly hang the HDTV. Make sure the
wall mount is rated to support at least 20 lbs.
Professional mounting kits and installation service are
recommended.
Preparation
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Preparing Your LCD TV For Wall Mounting
The HDTV can either be kept on the stand base or mounted to the wall for viewing. If you choose
to mount the HDTV to the wall, please follow the instructions below .

Connections andSetup
Protect AgainstPower Surges
Connect all devicesbefore you plugany of theirpower cords intothe wall outletor power
strip. NEVER plugyour TVinto an outletthat is controlledby a wallswitch.
Turn off theTV and/or device(s)before you connector disconnect anycables.
Make sure allantennas and cablesare properly grounded.Refer to theImportant Safety
Instructions at thebeginning of theUser's Guide
Protect Devices fromOverheating.
Don't block ventilationholes on anyof the devices.Arrange thedevices so thatair can
circulate freely.
Don't stack devices.
If you placedevices in astand, make sureyou allow adequateventilation.
If you connectan audio receiveror amplifier,place it onthe top shelfso the heatedair
from it won'tflow around otherdevices.
Position Cables Properlyto Avoid AudioInterference
Insert each cablefirmly into thedesignated jack.
If you placedevices above theTV,route all cablesdown the sideof the backof theTV
instead of straightdown the middle.
If your antennauses 300-ohm twinlead cables, donot coil thecables. Also,keep the
twin lead cablesaway from audio/videocables.
Use Indirect Light
Don't place theTV wheresunlight or roomlighting will bedirected toward thescreen.
Use soft orindirect lighting.
Things toConsider BeforeYouConnect
Connections andSetup
Get thePicture
The first partof connecting yourTV isto get thepicture, also knownas the signal.The back
panel of yourTV allowsyou to receiveanalog and/or digitalchannels by usingthe
ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT. See thegraphic to thebottom for locationof the jack.
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What You Need
Antenna ("rabbit ears")or outdoor antennawith
coaxial cable OR Coaxial cable withcable service
A. Do you havean indoor oroutdoor antenna? Ifnot,
go to stepB. If so,plug the antennaor coaxial cablefrom
the wall outletinto theANTENNA/CABLE INPUTto receive
free off-airlocal digital andanalog channels.
B. Do you havecable? If so,plug the coaxialcable from the
wall outlet intothe ANTENNA/CABLEINPUT toreceive
your cable channels.
C. Do you havea set-top box?If so, youmay need tocall your
cable company orsatellite service provider. Theymay use
special cables toallow you toview digital channels.
What You Need To Know
Visit www.antennaweb.org to gethelp deciding whattype of antennato use toreceive the
local digital channelsavailable to you.By entering whereyou live, thismapping program
tells you whatlocal analog anddigital stations areavailable using acertain antenna.
When you areready to watchchannels, the channelbanner displays thetype of channel
you're viewing. Lookfor a Dat the bottomof the screenfor digital channels;look for anAfor
analog channels.
There are severalways to connectyour TV. Please usethe following chartto determine
which connection isbest for you.Proceed to theappropriate page andconnect yourTV.
Input Signal Compatibility.
Getting Channels
Choose yourconnection
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Connections andSetup
INPUT SIGNAL SUPPORT FORMAT
Ant/Cable 480i, 480p,720p, 1080i (NTSC,ATSC, and QAMformats)
Composite Video 480i
Component Video (480i, 480p, 720p,1080i)/60HZ
PC VGA(640X480)@60HZ
SVGA(800X600)@60HZ
XGA(1024X768)@60HZ
WXGA(1280X720)@60HZ
WXGA(1280X768)@60HZ
WXGA(1360X768)@60HZ
HDMI 480i(640x480i) @59.94/60HZ
480p(640x480p)@59.94/60HZ
720p(1280x720p) @59.94/60HZ
1080i(1920x1080i) @59.94/60HZ
1080p(1920x1080p) @59.94/60HZ
DVI VGA(640x480)@60HZ
SVGA(800x600)@60HZ
XGA(1024X768)@60HZ
WXGA(1280x720)@60HZ
WXGA(1280x768)@60HZ
WXGA(1360x768)@60HZ

Component Video(Advanced) Connection
This is anexample of aconnection using theComponent Videojacks.
Video (Basic)Connection
This is anexample of aconnection using thecomposite video jack.
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Connections andSetup

Connecting the Devicewith Composite Video (Basic)
Connecting the Devicewith Component Video (Advanced)
Viewing thePicture from theConnected Device
This connection allowsyou to connecta device thathas a Video
Out jack, forexample, a DVDplayer. Usingthe example ofa DVD player:
1. If necessary, connect yourcable and/or off-air antenna as
described on page12.
2. Connect youryellow video cable.Connect a videocable to
the (Video)Video jackon the backof theTV and tothe Video
Output jack onthe DVD player.
3. Connect yourred and whiteaudio cables. Connectthe audio
(red and white)cables to the(Video) Rand LAudio jackson
the back ofthe TVand to theAudio Outputjacks on theDVD player.
This connection allowsyou to connecta device thathas YPb Pr
jacks, for example,a DVD player. Using theexample of aDVD player:
1. If necessary, connect yourcable and/or off-air antenna as
described on page12.
2. Connect yourY PbPr component videocables. Connect three
video cables orspecial YPb Pr cablesto the COMPONENT
INPUT (CMPT)Y PbPr jacks onthe back ofthe TVand to the
Y PbPr outputs onthe DVD player.
3. Connect yourred and whiteaudio cables. Connectthe audio
(red and white)cables to theComponent Input (CMPT)R and
LAudio jacks onthe back ofthe TVand to theAudio Output
jacks on theDVD player.
1. Plug inthe TVand the device,if they aren'talready plugged in.
2. Turnon theTV and thedevice you wantto view,for example
a DVD player.
3. Press theINPUT buttonon the remotecontrol until you
select VIDEO (ifconnected to theVIDEO INPUT jack) or
YUV (ifconnected to theYUV jacks)and press OK.
To go backto viewTV channels, usethe number buttons
to enter thechannel you wantto view.
Note :If the picturefrom the DVDplayer appears blackand white andyour device is
connected to theVIDEO Input, youmight tune tothe wrong input.Make sure youpress
INPUT untilyou select VIDEOor YUVdisplayed at thetop of theTV's screen.
Note :If the deviceyou're connecting alsohas Component Video jacks andyou have
component video cables,we recommend youuse the ComponentVideo (Advanced)
Connection instead. Seeinstructions below.
Note :
If you haveconnected the devicesto yourTV,go to page12 to completethe Initial Setup.To
continue connecting devices,go to thenext page.
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Connections andSetup

HDMI/DVI Connection
This is anexample of aconnection using theHDMI/DVI jack.
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Connections andSetup
Viewing thePicture from theConnected Device
The device inthis connection isconnected to theHDMI /DVI jack.
Toview this device:
1. Plug inthe TVand the device,if they aren'talready plugged in.
2. Turnon theTV and thedevice you wantto view,for example
a set topbox.
3. Press theINPUT buttonuntil you selectHDMI and pressOK
on the remotecontrol. To go backto viewTV channels, usethe
Number buttons toenter the channelor press CH+or CH- buttons.
Connecting the HDMIDevice
High-Definition Multimedia Interface(HDMI) technology isan uncompressed digital
connection that carriesboth video andaudio data byway of anintegrated mini-plug cable.
Since HDMI technologyis based onDigital Visual Interface (DVI), thejack on theback of
your TVis also compatiblewith devices thathave a DVIoutput jack. Usingthe example ofa
set-top box:
If your set-topbox has anHDMI jack, connectan HDMI cable.Connect an HDMIcable to
the DVI Inputjack (or theHDMI jack ifit is moreconvenient) on the back of theTV andto
the HDMI Outjack on theback of thedevice.
If your set-topbox has aDVI jack, connectan HDMI cableand an HDMI/DVIadapter.
1. Connect anHDMI cable tothe DVI Inputjack on theback of theTV.
2. Attachan HDMI/DVI adapterto the endof the HDMIcable, then connectthe adapter to
the DVI Outjack on theset-top box.
3. Since you'reusing an HDMI/DVIadapter, youneed to connect Audio cablesto the
Connect a 3.5mm stereo minipin cable to the PCAUDIO jack onthe back ofthe TVand
to the Rand Laudio jacks onthe back ofthe device.

Viewing thePC
1. Plug inthe TVand the PC,if they aren'talready plugged in.
2. Turnon theTV and thePC.
3. Press theINPUT buttonuntil you selectPC and pressOK on theremote control.Togo
back to viewTV channels,use the numberbuttons to enterthe channel orpress CH+ orCH-
buttons.
Note: The maximum resolutionis 1680x1050/60Hz. Besure to setyour PC tothe correct
monitor output setting.
Note :
If have connectedthe devices toyour TV, go topage 12 tocomplete the InitialSetup.
If you haveconnected devices toyour PC, pressthe PRESETbutton on theremote control
until you enterPRESET MENU,select the itemPC Sound Sourceand then useleft or right
arrow button toselect PC orAV.
PC Connecting
This connection allowsyou to connectto a personalcomputer.
1. If necessary, connect yourcable and/or off-air antenna asdescribed on page12.
2. Connect yourmonitor cable. Connectone end ofa 15-pin monitorcable to thePC VIDEO
jack on theTV andthe other endto the PC'svideo output jack.Note, if yourPC's video
output isn't 15-pin,you'll need anadapter that canconnect to a15-pin monitor cable.
3. Connect youraudio cable.
Connect a 3.5mm stereo minipin cable (sometimesreferred to as1/8" stereo minipin) to
the PCAUDIO jack onthe back ofthe TVand the otherend to theAudio Outputjack on the
PC.
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Connections andSetup

Plug inthe TV
Plug the endof the powercord into theback of theTV.Plug the otherend into awall outlet.
Insert the plugcompletely into theoutlet. Do notplug into anoutlet controlled bya light
switch.
Put Batteriesin theRemote
Remove the battery(AAA)compartment cover fromthe back ofthe remote bypushing the
Tab and liftingoff thecover.
Insert two freshbatteries. Make surethe polarities (+and -) arealigned correctly.
Replace the cover.
Turnon theTV
Turn onyour TVby pressing thePower button onthe side ofthe TVor ON/OFF onthe remote
control.
How toUse theRemote Controlto Completethe InitialSetup
The technical termis "Navigation" -how you movethrough the
on-screen menus.The theory isthe same throughoutthe menu
screens: highlight yourchoice and selectit.
Tohighlight a menuitem, press thearrow buttons onthe remote
to highlight oneof the itemslisted on thescreen. Use theup or
down arrow buttonto move upor down. Usethe right orleft
arrow button toview other selectionsfor a menuchoice or to
display a sub-menu.
Note: Highlighted means thatthe menu itemstands out from
other menu itemson the list(appears darker,brighter, ora different color).
ZOOM ZOOM
OK
Arrows
Complete theInitial Setup
The menu systemin yourTV allows theTV's featuresto work properly. Thefirst time you
turn on yourTV.
Set the MenuLanguage
From SETUPpress MENU LANGUAGE,the first partof the setupallows you toselect your
preferred language forthe menu system.If English isyour preferred language,press OK
and go toset the PicturePreset mode.Tochoose another language,press the LEFTor
RIGHT arrowbutton until thatlanguage is highlighted,and press theOK button.
Complete Channel Setup
Make sure you'veconnected theTV to cableor an off-air signal beforeyou start thenext
part of thesetup. Set theSignal Type From theChannel menu, SelectAuto ChannelSearch.
Press the leftor right arrowbutton to highlight SignalType. Ifyou connected Cableto your
ANTENNA/CABLE INPUTjack, the optionis chosen foryou and youcan press thedown
arrow button tocontinue. To chooseAntenna, press theright arrow buttonand then press
the down arrowbutton to continue.Complete the ChannelSearch WithAuto Channel
Search highlighted, pressOK to beginthe channel search.There areseveral things tobe
aware of whenthe TV'ssearches for channels.If you choseCable as yoursignal type, the
search takes awhile because it'slooking for analogand digital channels,and then it's
removing scrambled channelsfound. Here iswhat happens duringthe search:
1. Thesearch first looksfor analog channelsand places thenumber of channelsfound next
to AnalogChannels found.
2. Thesearch then looksfor digital channelsand places thenumber of channelsfound next
to Digital Channelsfound.
3. WhenAuto Channel Searchin progress, youcan press theOK and CLEARbutton to
cancel the search,any channels alreadyfound will bestored.
4. Afterauto channel searchcompleting, press CLEARto exit themenu system.Youmight
find there arestill some channelsin your listthat are unavailableto view.To get ridof
these channels, pressMENU and chooseChannel. Highlight andselect EDITCHANNEL
NAME. Note thatremoving channels fromyour channel listmay be timeconsuming, so
Youmight want todo it later.
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Connections andSetup

What To Expect
Watching TV
Remember: Look for anA at the topof the screento see ifyou're watching ananalog
channel.
Analog video issent in a4/3 format, oryour TVcan display thesechannels in a16/9format
by pressing theFORMATbuttons to viewthe differentformats available.
Remember: Look for aD at the topof the screento see ifyou're watching adigital channel.
Most digital videois sent ina 16/9 formatwhich does fillyour screen, butsometimes is sent
in 4/3 whichdoes not fillyour screen. It dependson how thestation or sourcedevice is
formatting the video.If there arebars on-screen, pressthe FORMAT buttonsto try a
different formatthat may eliminatethe bars. Somebars can't beremoved because of
the way theformat is sentby the broadcaster.
Digital channels canhave both primarychannels (like theanalog channel number)and
subchannels. To tune toa digital channelwith a sub-channel,such as 10-1as shown inthe
graphic to theleft, enter theprimary channel number(10), then pressSUB CH button.to
enter the sub-channelnumber (1) andpress OK. Depending upon thetype of signalsyou
have connected toyour HDTV, you mightnotice that thechannels change slowerthan
you're used to.This isperfectly normal. Digitalcable channels sometimestake longer to
tune.
Changing Channels
This section describesthe jacks onthe back orside panel ofyour TV. Thereare several ways
to connect devices.
ANTENNA/CABLE INPUTLets you connecta coaxial cableto receive thesignal from your
antenna, cable, orcable box.
AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT (VID1)Lets you connecta device thathas composite videojacks,
such as aVCR or DVDplayer.
L AUDIOProvides left audioconnection when usingthe VIDEO INPUT and Component
Video jack.The leftaudio connectors usuallywhite. For monoaudio sources besure to use
the Left audioinput.
R AUDIOProvides right audioconnection when usingthe VIDEO INPUT and Component
Video jack.The rightaudio connector isusually red.
COMPONENT INPUTSLets you connecta device thathas component videojacks, such asa
DVD player.
CMPT YPb Pr (ComponentVideo) Provides optimum picturequality because thevideo is
separated into threesignals. Use threevideo-grade or componentvideo cables forthe
connection. When usingCMPT YPb Pr,make sure youconnect left andright audio cablesto
the Land RAUDIO jacks.
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Connections andSetup
75 ANT
S/PDIF PC JACK PC
HDMI
Y
Pb
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Explanation ofJacks (inalphabetical order)

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Connections andSetup
DIGITALAUDIO OUTPUT(Coaxial) Use a digitalcoaxial cable toconnect yourTV to a
compatible audio receiver.
HEADPHONE Allows you toconnect headphones tolisten to thesound coming fromthe TV.
HDMI/DVI INPUTLets you connecta device, suchas a digitalcable box, withan HDMI ora
DVI output.
HDMI/DVI INPUT(High-Definition Multimedia Interface/DigitalVisual Interface)Provides
an uncompressed digitalconnection that carriesboth video andaudio data byway of an
integrated mini-plug cable.Since HDMI technologyis based onDigital VisualInterface
(DVI), the jackon the backof yourTV is alsocompatible with DVIdevices.
DVI AUDIO shared with PCAUDIO(Stereo minijack) when usingthe HDMI jackfor DVI.
PC VIDEO INPUTConnect your computer, or otherdevice with aVGA output,to this jack
using a 15pin D-sub cable.
PC AUDIO(Stereo mini jack)Use to obtainsound when aPC is connectedto the PC.
INPUT Usea 3.5 mmstereo mini pincable (sometimes referredto as 1/8 stereo mini pin)to
connect a PCto yourTV.
If you cannotlocate your remote,you can usethe side panelbuttons of yourTV tooperate
many of theTV's features.
TV/AV(SOURCE) Brings up theINPUT menu,in the menusystem, selects highlighted
items when pressthe button.
MENU Brings up theTV Mainmenu. When inthe menu system,it displays sub-menusand
selects highlighted items.
VOL +Increases the volume.
VOL -Decreases the volume.
CH+ Scans up throughthe channel list.In the menusystem, up selectsitems when press
the button.
CH- Scans down throughthe channel list.In the menusystem, down selectsitems when
press the button.
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Buttons andOther JacksOn Your TV
Side Panel Buttons
* Numbers ofHDMI Jacks maydiffer withmodels.

Using theRemote Control
Remote Control POWER Turns theTV onor off.
MUTE Reduces theTV's volume toits
minimum level. Pressagain to restore
the volume.
Alphanumeric ButtonsEnter channel
number; time setting;using these
buttons. To entera channel,press the
number buttonsand pressOK (orjust let
the entrytimeout). To entera digital
channel witha sub-channel,enter the
main channel,then pressthe SUB-CH
button toenter thesub-channel and
press OK.
INPUT Accesses theavailable video
input channels (TV, Video,YUV,HDMI
and PC).Toresume TVviewing, press
the numberbuttons toenter thechannel
or press CH+or CH- buttons.
GO BACKReturns youto theprevious
channel.
VOL -or VOL+ Decreases orincreases
the TV'svolume.
SUB-CH Toenter the digitalchannel with
the button.
INFO Press onceto displaythe channel
banner,press againto removethe menu.
CH + or CH - Scans upor downthrough
the current channellist. Press onceto
change the channelup or down;press
and hold tocontinue changing channels.
Arrows Used to highlightdifferent items
in theTV menuand toadjust themenu
controls. Whenviewing achannel, arrow
functions are asfollows:
Left Right arrow/Zoom-/+Press to
change thescreen format:Normal, Full,
Water,Glass, Cinema.
OK When in themenu system, selects
highlighted items.
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Remote Control MENU Brings upthe Mainmenu.
CLEAR Removes anymenu ordisplay
from the screenand returns youto
normal viewing.
PICTURE Press tochange the picture
setting :personal,soft, natural,bright
SOUND Brings upthe soundsubmenu.
FAV. Brings up youfavorite channels list.
MTS Press toselect mono/stereo/sap.
(Only forATV)
CH ListWhen youtune toa particular
channel, press buttonto enter thein List
and Labels menudirectly to add/remove
the channel fromchannel list.
GUIDE Press thebutton todisplay the
electronic programguide-EPG (when
available),
PRESETS Press thebutton toenter the
PRESETS menu.Display Pictureand
Sound preset;CC Setting;CurrentAudio .
SLEEP Press todisplay theTIME menu
and setSleep Timer.
CC Press to selectClosed Caption :OFF,
CC display, Muted=on.
V-CHIPPress todisplay theParental
Control Submenudirectly.
FREEZE Press tofreeze thepicture.
TIME Press to displaythe clock
submenu.
F1-F4 Not use buttons.
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Remarks:
If a universalremote to beused to controlthis TV, pleaseprogram the
universal remote withPhilips code.

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Using TheMenu System
This section exploresthe menus ofyour TV. Each
menu is outlinedand detailed tohelp you getthe most
from yourTV.The Parentalcontrol menu isdiscussed
in the Featureschapter.Toaccess the menusystem:
1. Press theMENU button.
2. Use theup and downarrow buttons tohighlight an
option and pressOK button todisplay it.The name
of the menuis displayed atthe top ofthe menu
screen.
3. Press theup and downarrow buttons tomove to a
different optionwithin the menu.If necessary,
press the OKbutton to displaythe choices ofthe
option you've highlighted.If available, usethe text
at the bottomof each screenfor help.
4. To return tothe Main Menu,press the MENUbutton
until it's displayed.Descriptions of eachmenu are
discussed in theorder they appear. Thereare two
ways to exita menu. Pressthe CLEAR button.The
menus are clearedfrom the screen,and you return
to TVviewing. Press theMENU button repeatedly
Until the menusdisappear.
Picture Menu
The Picture menucontains menus andcontrols to
configure how thepicture looks.The Picture menu
options apply tothe video forthe mainTV and video
input selections.All picture optionscan be appliedto
each input:TV,VIDEO, CMPT, HDMIand PC.
Picture Settings:
Preset Displays a choicelist that letsyou select one
of the presetpicture settings: SOFT, NATURE,
BRIGHT,or PERSONAL. Choosethe setting thatis
best for yourviewing environment.
Brightness Adjusts the brightnessof the picture.
Contrast Adjusts the difference between thelight and
dark areas ofthe picture.
Color (not availableon PC)Adjusts the richnessof
the color.
Sharpness (not availableon PC)Adjusts the
crispness of theedges in thepicture.
Tint (notavailable on PC/YUVand HDMI)Adjusts
the balance betweenthe red andgreen levels.
Color WarmthDisplays a choicelist that letsyou set
one of threeautomatic color adjustments:Cool for a
more blue paletteof picture colors,Normal or Warm
for a morered palette ofpicture colors.The warm
setting corresponds tothe NTSC standardof 6500 K.
When you changeany of thesepicture settings, the
Picture Preset changesto Personal. Usethe left or
right arrow buttonto make adjustments.
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Screen FormatChange the screenformat among
Normal, Waterglass,Cinema, Full.
Screen format isthe way thepicture is displayedon
your TV. Press theZOOM (left andright arrows)
buttons on yourremote to seeif a different format is
available for thevideo you areviewing. Theformat
changes as youpress the ZOOM(left and right
arrows) buttons andthe format typeis displayed at
the bottom ofthe screen.
Analog video issent in a4/3 format, whichyour TV
displays in a16/9 format. Mostdigital video issent in
a 16/9 formatwhich does fillyour screen, but
sometimes it issent in 4/3which does notfill your
screen. It dependson how thestation or device
connected to yourTV isformatting the video.If there
are bars onthe screen, pressthe FORMAT buttonsto
try a different format thatmay eliminate thebars.
Some bars can'tbe removed becauseof the waythe
format is sentby the broadcaster. Thedifferent
formats available andwhat they looklike follow.Each
format is availablefor analog video,but it mightnot
be available fordigital video.
Film Mode(3:2 Pull down)Automatically detects
video sources thatwere originally recordedon film
(like most movies)and subsequently convertedto a
different format(for TVbroadcast, for example).Film
mode processes theconverted signal sothat it looks
as close aspossible to theoriginal. Anothername for
this process isreverse 3:2 pulldown.
The On setting (recommended): placea check inthe
box, enables thefeature only whenthe TVdetects
that movie playbackquality could beimproved.
The Off setting (uncheck thebox) turns off film mode
up conversion.Try usingthis setting ifyou think the
reverse 3:2 pulldown is causingdistortions in your
picture.
PC SettingsAdjust the PCsettings when inPC mode.
Video NoiseReduction (not available onPC or
digital channels) Reducespicture "static" orany type
of interference.This feature isespecially useful for
providing a clearerpicture in weakanalog signal
conditions. Press theright arrow tochoose between:
Low for asofter, smootherpicture that retainspicture
sharpness and detail;MID for aslightly softer picture
than the Lowsetting; High foran even softer,
smoother picture thanthe other settings(the picture
detail is somewhatdecreased).

The Sound menulets you adjustaudio output.To
access the Soundmenu, press MENUon the remote,
and then selectSound from theMain Menu.The
following sound itemscan be adjusted:
Bass Improves bass output.
TrebleImproves treble output.
Balance Adjusts how muchaudio is sentto the left
and right speakers.
Analog SoundControls the waythe sound comes
through your speakers.The optionsavailable vary
according to theinput selected.
Mono (available for regularTV viewingonly) Plays
the sound inmono only. Use thissetting
when receiving broadcastswith weak stereosignals.
Stereo Splits the incomingstereo audio signalinto
left and rightchannels. MostTV programs and
recorded materials havestereo audio.The word
Stereo appears inthe channel bannerwhen you tune
to a programthat is broadcastin stereo.
Second AudioProgram (SAP)Plays the program's
audio in asecond language, ifone is available.The
letters SAPappear in thechannel banner whenyou
tune to aprogram that isbroadcast with SAP
information. SAPaudio is broadcastin mono. SAPis
also used tobroadcast a program'saudio with
descriptions of thevideo for thevisually impaired.
DIGITALSOUND Choose the languageyou prefer
for dialog ondigital channels. Ifyour preferred
language is beingbroadcast with aprogram, then the
TV plays it.If not, thenthe TVplays the defaultaudio
for the program(usually English inthe U.S.).The
default digital channelaudio language optionsare
English, French, Spanish.
PRESETS Press the buttonto enter thePRESETS
menu adjust audiooutput. select SPDIFOutput
option, you canselect OFF, AC3and PCM.
CH+/CH- ButtonsPress PRESETS buttonto enter
the CH+/CH- menu and by leftor right keyto adjust
CH+ and CH-button's function.Youcan select ALL
Channels, TVChannels, Favorite Channels.
Sound Menu
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Using TheMenu System
CH+/CH-Buttons ALLChannels