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MENU OPERATION (continued)
Picture Menu (TV/AV mode)
In this menu, you can make specifi c adjustments for the picture based on your preference.
By pressing ▼button at the bottom of each menu page, the next Picture menu page will appear on the screen. 
Selected Items Setup hint
Picture ModeDynamicYou can make the better selection from 3 modes 
depending on the lighting condition and intended use.
Dynamic: Suitable for the brighter conditions.
Natural   : Suitable for the normal lighting condition.
Cinema  : Suitable for watching movie. Natural
Cinema
Contrast*-31 +31
(+32 +40)This adjusts the contrast to meet the lighting environment 
by using ◄►.
 The maximum value can be extended to [+40] by 
pressing and holding ► button at [+31], which changes 
the color between those numbers from green to 
magenta. This is the special feature prepared for the 
dark scene. At the normal condition, it is recommended 
to set the value less than [+31]. 
Brightness*-31 +31With this function, black is adjusted to change the overall 
brightness by using ◄►.
Color*-31 +31It can adjust color density based on your preference by 
using ◄►.
Sharpness*-15 +15Preferred sharpness can be adjusted by pressing ◄ 
button for Softer image or ► button for Sharper image.
Tint*-31 +31Pressing ◄ button enhances red and weakens green, 
while pressing ► button weakens red and enhances 
green. The setup hint is adjusting for the realistic skin 
color. This is not available (grayed out) when receiving 
PAL/SECAM signal.
Color Temperature*Cool
You can select from 4 settings (default) depending on the 
color condition with ◄► buttons. Normal
Warm
Black/White
Picture
  Picture Mode  Dynamic
  Contrast                    +31
  Brightness                  –31
  Color                               0
  Sharpness                 +15
  Tint                                0
  Color Temperature  Normal
  Contrast Mode  Normal
  Reset  Reset
   Select    OK  Set            ReturnPicture Dynamic
  YNR  Off
  CNR  Off
  Film Mode  On
  3D Comb Filter  Off
  LTI  Off
  CTI  Off
  Black Enhancement  Off
  Auto Color  Off
  Reset  Reset
   Select    OK  Set            ReturnPicture Dynamic
  Color Temp. Adjust
  Color Management 
  Color Decoding 
   Select    OK  Set            Return
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MENU OPERATION (continued)
Picture Menu (TV/AV mode) (continued)
Selected Items Setup hint
Contrast Mode*DynamicIt allows you to choose from 3 modes.
Dynamic: Sharpen the gradation to improve the contrast 
feeling.
Normal: Reproduce as faithful gradation as possible.
Auto: Adjust to natural brightness without blurred white by 
detecting the bright parts on images.   Normal
Auto
ResetEach item on this menu screen can be restored to the 
original factory settings by pressing
 
OK button.
YNR*Off
This is a noise reduction system for picture signal. Low
High
CNR*Off
This is a noise reduction system for color signal. Low
High
Film Mode*Off
On: Automatically identify if it is the movie fi lm and 
faithfully reproduces the original fi lm images.
Off: Set to Off if the image does not look natural during 
turning on. On
3D Comb Filter*Off
This is available only when receiving  NTSC/PAL 
composite signal. This reduces the dot and color blurring 
in minute scales so that it can reproduce purer color.   Low
High
LTI*Off
Adjusts the sharpness of the picture signals. Low
Middle
High
CTI*Off
Adjusts the sharpness of the color signal. Low
Middle
High
Black Enhancement*Off
Adjusts the black level compensation. Low
Middle
High
Auto Color*Off
This monitors and adjusts the color to maintain constant 
color levels. It also maintains natural fl esh tones while 
preserving fi delity of background colors. This is available 
only when receiving an NTSC composite and S.Video 
signal. On
ResetEach item on this menu screen can be restored to the 
original factory settings by pressing
 
OK button.
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MENU OPERATION (continued)
Picture Menu (TV/AV mode) (continued)
Selected Items Setup hint
Color Temp. Adjust**OnAmplitude
On:  When you want to set specifi c adjustments in each of 
the 4 Color Temperature modes. You can adjust on 
the amplitude and cut off. The settings refl ect on the 
Color Temperature.
Amplitude:  subdue the following colors on the brighter 
parts.
Cut off      :  subdue the following colors on the darker 
parts.
Off: Remains as default setting. Red
Green
Blue
Cut off
Red
Green
Blue
Off
Color Management**OnMagenta
On:  Turn On to adjust the balance of each colors 
depending on the user’s preference. The settings 
refl ect in each of the 4 Color Temperature modes.
Off: Remains as default setting. Red
Yellow
Green
Cyan
Blue
Off
Color DecodingRGB/R/G/B
This can adjust R/G/B level and tint to make the color 
appear naturally for the user’s appearance. 
First, select RGB (multiple color screen) or R/G/B(single 
color screens) to check the color decoding effects while 
adjusting. Then, you can adjust the level of color (red 
and green), color intensity, and tint. Press
 
OK to save
 
the setting. The settings refl ect in each of the 4 Color 
Temperature modes. Red**
Green**
Color*
Tint*
 Information
The items indicated by “
*” can be stored the setting for each of inputs and picture modes (Dynamic/Natural/Cinema). 
You can enjoy different setting depending on the selected input such as VCR in AV1.
In addition, the items indicated by “
**” can be stored the setting for each of color temperature modes. 
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MENU OPERATION (continued)
Picture Menu (RGB mode)
In this menu, you can make specifi c adjustments for the RGB picture based on your preference.
Selected Items Setup hint
Contrast-31~+31
(+32~+40)This adjusts the contrast to meet the lighting environment 
by using ◄►.
 The maximum value can be extended to [+40] by 
pressing and holding ► button at [+31], which changes 
the color between those numbers from green to 
magenta. This is the special feature prepared for the 
dark scene. At normal condition, it is recommended to 
set the value less than [+31].
Brightness-31~+31With this function, black is adjusted to change the overall 
brightness by using ◄►.
Color-31~+31It can adjust color density based on your preference by 
using ◄►.
Tint-15~+15Pressing ◄ button enhances red and weakens green, 
while pressing ► button weakens red and enhances 
green. The setup hint is adjusting for the realistic skin 
color.
Picture EnhancementOff
You can select the preferred sharpness on detailed parts. Low
Middle
High
Color TemperatureCool
You can select from 4 settings (default) depending on the 
lighting condition with ◄► buttons. Normal
Warm
Black/White
Picture
  Contrast  : +31
  Brightness  : –31
  Color  :  0
  Tint  : +31
  
Picture Enhancement : Off
  Color Temperature  : Normal
  Color Temp. Adjust
  Reset  Reset
   Select    OK  Set            Return
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MENU OPERATION (continued)
Picture menu (RGB mode) (continued)
Selected Items Setup hint
Color Temp. Adjust.**OnAmplitude
On:  When you want to set specifi c adjustments in each of 
the 4 Color Temperature modes. You can adjust on 
the amplitude and cut off. The settings refl ect on the 
Color Temperature.
Amplitude:  subdue the following colors on the brighter 
parts.
Cut off      :  subdue the following colors on the darker 
parts.
Off: Remains as default setting. Red
Green
Blue
Cut off
Red
Green
Blue
Off
ResetEach item on this menu screen can be restored to the original factory settings 
by pressing 
OK button.
 Information
There is a useful function to automatically store the setting on menu in almost every item so that you do not have to 
reset every time. Furthermore, the following items can be stored more specifi cally. 
In addition, the items indicated by “
**” can be stored the setting for each of color temperature modes. 
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MENU OPERATION (continued)
Audio Menu
With this menu, you can adjust and customize the audio condition as you like.  
You can move on to the next menu screen by pressing ▼button at the bottom.
Selected Items Setup hint
Audio ModeMovie
  You can select the most suitable sound condition from 4 
alternatives according to the contents.
If you want to adjust each item value based on your 
preference, select “Favorite”. Music
Speech
Favorite
Treble**-15~+15 Adjust the Treble of the sound.
Bass**-15~+15 Adjust the Bass of the sound.
Balance-10~+10Adjust the balance of the sound comes out from right and 
left side of the speakers.
SRSOff
This system gives you the dynamic 3D sound. Select it 
depending on your preference. Normal
Wide
TruBassOff
TruBass gives you the enchanced bass sound.
Select it depending on your preference. Low
High
BBEOff
BBE High Defi nition Sound restores clarity and presence 
for better speech intelligibility and musical realism.
Select it depending on your preference. Low
High
Perfect Volume**Off
It will automatically adjust the volume to its average level 
each time you change the channel.
On
Internal SpeakerOffThis needs to be switched to Off when you want to take 
audio from external epuipment.
It normally sets to On when you operate this unit with the 
equipped speaker. On
ResetReset all the set values on this Menu Page to the original 
factory settings.
Audio
  Audio Mode : Movie
  Treble  : +15
  Bass  : –15
  Balance  :  0
  SRS
 : Normal
  TruBass  :  Low
  BBE  :  Low
  Perfect Volume  :  Off
  Internal Speaker  :  On
  Reset  Reset
   Select          Set             ReturnLR
Audio
  Head Phone Volume : +20
  Head Phone Select : A/B
   Select        Adjust           Return
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MENU OPERATION (continued)
Audio Menu (continued)
Selected Items Setup hint
Headphone Volume0~63It allows you to adjust the volume of the headphone. The 
sound from the speaker will automatically set to MUTE 
when the headphone is connected to the terminal. 
Headphone SelectA/B 
Select the either side of the display that you want to hear 
the sound with headphone during 2-picture mode.
(See “Multi Picture Mode” on 
41)
 A/B :  You can select either side A (left side) or side 
B (right side) which the sound comes into the 
headphone. The speaker icon will be displayed on 
the side you select.
B B     :  You will hear the sound only from the side B (right 
side) of the display.
NOTE
The headphone is NOT available when the image from the RGB or Photo Input is on the screen.
 
Information
There is a useful function to automatically store the setting on menu in almost every item so that you do not have to 
reset every time. Furthermore, the following items can be stored more specifi cally. 
The items indicated by “
**” can be stored the setting for each of Audio Mode. 
Timer Menu
This allows the unit to turn Off (Standby mode) or On at set time automatically, which you may fi nd useful. 
Selected Items Setup hint
Off Timer--Min.
This function automatically sets the power to Standby 
mode when the selected time period has elapsed. 30Min.
60Min.
90Min.
120Min.
On Timer --:--This function automatically sets the power from standby 
mode to On when the specifi ed time period has elapsed. 
Input the desired time within the range of 00:00 to 11:59 
by using ▲▼ button on the remote control.
Timer
  Off Timer : 30Min.
  On Timer : - - : - -
   Select        Adjust           Return
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FUNCTION
Power Swivel
With the optional Desktop stand, you can adjust the angle of the panel side to side by pressing SWIVEL button on the 
remote control.
1.  Press 
SWIVEL button on the remote control. 
The Swivel Display (as shown in the fi gure on the right) will appear on the 
screen.
2.  Adjust the angle of the panel with ◄ ►keys while Swivel Display is on the 
screen.
The monitor will be able to move ±30 degrees to each side.
NOTE 
 If the stand cable is not connected to the unit, the message “Not Available” 
will appear on the screen.
 The Swivel Display will automatically disappear when no operation has 
been made for about 6 seconds.
The Swivel DisplaySwivel
CAUTION
 Do not push the panel with your hands while operating the Swivel.  It could damage the panel and/or stand.
 Do not allow children to play or hang on the TV. These actions may tip it over, causing personal injury.
 Do not swing the monitor back and forth.
 Do not place any fragile objects around the unit. The monitor would hit the object(s) during the Swivel operation 
and could cause the breakage of the objects and/or the stand.  
 To operate the Swivel function correctly, place the monitor on the stable surface.
 When you use the unit as wall-mounting, disconnect the stand cable from the monitor before installation.
SWIVEL 
button
 Information
About Swivel terminal connection
CAUTION
 When you install the Desktop stand, follow the Instructions of the Manual included with the stand.
 Turn Off the Main Power of the unit when connecting or disconnecting the stand cable to the unit. To disconnect the stand from the unit.
  Before detach the stand from the unit, make sure to 
disconnect the stand cable 
from the Swivel terminal on 
the rear side of the unit.
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CAUTION
 When you use the Power Swivel function, make sure that the Power Cord, cord 
or chain connected to the wall is loose enough to operate the Swivel function 
securely.
 Do not put hands or faces near the unit while operating the Swivel.  It could 
cause personal injury.  Beware especially when small children are around the 
unit. 
 To connect the Desktop stand to the unit
  Connect the designated stand cable to the Swivel 
terminal on the rear side of 
the unit.
POWER SWIVEL
30°
30°
Slack
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FUNCTION (continued)
About Teletext
What is “Teletext”
Teletext is the written information services provided by each TV channel.  
Most TV channels provide information via Teletext such as:
 TV program schedule
 Weather forecasts
 Sports results
 Newsfl ash 
How to operate the Teletext
You can display the Teletext simply by pressing the remote control buttons. 
Operation Press
To activate Teletext mode.
To exit from the Teletext mode.
[TV
Text]
To split the screen into two and watch both Teletext information 
and actual broadcast at the same time. 
Press again to watch Teletext on a single screen.
[Text
TV+Text]
To display Index page.[Index]
To access Subtitle service directly (if the channel has the Subtitle 
service broadcasting).
[Subtitle]
To display Hidden text.
  ex. The answers of the Quiz or the Game page.
Press again to close the revealed answer.?
[Reveal]
To return to actual broadcast temporarily while searching for the 
Teletext page you request.
When the search is done, the designated page # will be displayed 
on the upper left of the screen. 
Press again to return to Teletext page.
X
[Cancel]
To access the link pages which are displayed at the bottom of the page.
(Select the buttons corresponding to the colors of the letters on screen.) 
[Color]
To hold the text picture.2-4-12[Hold]
 Information
 
Each time the
 
 button is pressed, the screen will be switched from double screen to signal screen.
 
Some Teletext pages do not display Link Pages at the bottom of the screen.  Press
 
 button to display them.
11 : 37 : 56
Page Number
Link pages
Red Green Yellow Blue
NOTE
Select Teletext language from Setup Menu shown on 23 .
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FUNCTION (continued)
Size Switching
Each time  button of the remote control is pressed, the screen display size is 
switched in sequence, and the status will be displayed at the bottom of the screen.
TV/AV signal input
TV/AV1/AV2/AV3/AV4/AV5/HDMI1/HDMI2
4:3PanoramicZoom
Cinema Full
You can display the image at optimum condition by selecting display size depending on the current output image as 
shown below.
Current Output 
Image
(Input Signal) Display Size To display suitable screen as follows.
(4:3 Signal)4:3
Play a 4:3 image on screen faithfully. Blanking occurs on both sides.
PanoramicPlay a 4:3 image which enlarges horizontal and vertical size of the 
middle in equal scales, and displays both sides appearing much wider.
 
(Vista)ZoomPlay a 16:9 image in 4:3 image (Vista size) faithfully.
*In some case, slight blanking may remain at the top and bottom.
(Cinema)CinemaPlay a 21:9 image in 4:3 image (Cinema size) expanding vertically. 
*In some case, slight blanking may remain at the top and bottom.
(Squeeze)FullPlay a 4:3 image faithfully in the standard vertical size and 
horizontally squeezed. 
 Information
Aspect ratio represents horizontal : vertical ratio on screen.
For example, vista image is 16:9 in 4:3 image.
Position Adjustment
Vertical picture position can be adjusted for Panoramic, Zoom, and Cinema mode 
as follows.
1. Press ▲▼buttons while operating the picture size display.
2. “Position” display will appear.
3. Adjust the position by ▲▼buttons.
Adjustment range of each picture size are as shown below.
 Panoramic:         -12 to+12  (The position cannot be adjusted in Panoramic 2 mode.)
 Zoom and Cinema:  -31 to+ 31
  *When 1080i/60 component signal is received, it can be adjusted only 0 to +1.
Vertical Size Adjustment at Panoramic Mode
While displaying a picture at Panoramic mode, the mode can be switched further between Panoramic 1 and Panoramic 2  
with ◄ ►buttons on the remote control. By selecting Panoramic 2, the vertical size is scaled down so that you can 
see the whole image without blanking.
9163
4
16(or 21)
9
ZOOM button
Position  + 31
Press▲
Position  - 31
Press▼
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