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External Rear Speakers
You may wish to supplement surround sound from the 
TV with external rear speakers.  External speakers can 
fill in rear sound if your room lacks a rear wall suit-
able for reflecting sound.  The addition of wireless rear 
speakers is a convenient way to enhance rear sound.  
Mitsubishi recommends Polk Audio’s F/X Wireless Sur-
round system.
TV
Polk Audio F/X 
Wireless Surround  speaker unit Transmitter
Sample room layout without a back wall suitable for rear 
sound reflections
Position the external speakers as needed for rear 1.
 
sound.
Connect analog audio output from the TV to the 2. 
Polk Audio F/X Wireless Surround transmitter.
Power on the TV, speakers, and transmitter.3. 
Set 4. Sound > Global > Analog Audio Out to Rear.
Adjust the sound output.  Go to the 5. Sound > 
SoundPro > CUSTOM menu.  Review the instruc-
tions in “Custom Menu,” page 38.
a. Adjust beam angles for the left, right, and 
center beams.  Because the external speakers 
output left and right surround beams and they 
do not appear in the adjustment image.
b. Adjust volume levels for all audio beams., 
including the left and right surround beams.
Sound Projector, continued
Play sample audio to check the sound.  Repeat any 6. 
of the adjustments as needed.
Sound Projector adjustments when using external rear 
speakers.
To left and right 
audio inputs
Transmitter
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Internet services provided by VUDU™ Apps let you 
access many popular on-line applications.  In addition 
to free content, VUDU’s movie service lets you buy 
and rent movies through the TV.  Visit www.VUDU.com 
to learn more about available movie titles, prices, and 
services offered.  For a list of recommended routers 
and switches, see the Support > FAQ section at VUDU.
com.
Note: From time to time you may notice changes to 
the internet interface as new features are added.
Required for StreamTV internet media:
Broadband internet service (at least 2 Mbps for SD, •	
4 Mbps for HD, and 8 Mbps for 1080p HDX)
Ethernet cable •	or to connect a 154 series TV wire-
lessly, an AzureWave AW-NU231 USB wireless 
adapter.
Computer access to the VUDU.com website •	
(required for initial account activation).
A credit card for rental and purchase transactions •	
from VUDU’s movie service.
Manual
Note: Manual setup is available only for a wired con-
nection.
Connect the TV to your network router with a 1. 
Category-5 Ethernet cable (not supplied).
In the 2. Setup > Network menu, highlight Manual 
and press ENTER.
Press 3.  to move to the Connection Data area.
Input the connection data.4. 
After entering connection data, press 5. ENTER to 
connect.
Change any of the following if needed:6. 
Default Gateway•	
DNS•	
Subnet Mask•	
StreamTV™ Internet Media
Home Network Setup
Before using StreamTV internet media, you must 
connect the TV to the internet using one of these 
methods.
Note:  Make sure the TV is on any input other than the 
USB port.  Press the INPUT key to change.
Ethernet Connection
DHCP (automatic)
Connect the TV to your network router with a 1. 
Category-5 Ethernet cable (not supplied).
LANEthernet 
cable
Router or modem 
providing high-speed 
internet service
Incoming 
internet  cable
Open the 2. Setup > Network menu to review set-
tings.
Setup > Network, DHCP connection
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StreamTV™ Internet Media, continued
Highlight the desired network and press 4. ENTER to 
connect.  A check will appear next to the connected 
network.  Press CH / PAG E to see more networks if the 
list fills more than one screen.
Setup > Network menu after connecting.  The active 
network is checked and connection data displays.
If connecting to a secure network, enter the 5. 
network key or password when prompted.  Special 
remote control keys you may need:
KeyUse for
1Digit 1 and special characters
! @ # $ % ^ * _ - + = . SPACE ?
CANCELClears the password box of an old •	
entry from a prior session.
Deletes one character during pass-•	
word entry.
LASTToggles between upper and lower case
Press 6. ENTER to connect.
Note: If you notice interference from the TV’s internal 
wireless components, turn off the TV’s transmit-
ter.  Open the Setup > Network menu.  Select 
Off and press ENTER.
To reconnect later, open the Setup > Network 
menu, highlight the network, and press ENTER.
Wireless Connection
164 and 265 series•	 models have built-in wireless 
capabilities and can communicate directly with your 
wireless router.
154 series•	 TVs require an AzureWave AW-NU231 
USB wireless adapter.
Disconnect the Ethernet cable if present.1. 
For a 154 series TV, connect the USB wireless 2. 
adapter.
USB wireless 
adapter
IEEE 802.11n-compliant 
wireless network router 
providing high-speed 
internet service
Incoming 
internet  cable
154 Series TV.  A USB wireless adapter is required for 
wireless connection.
Open the 3. Setup > Network menu.  After a few 
moments, detected networks will appear listed on 
the screen in order of signal strength.
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StreamTV™ Internet Media, continued
INTERNET
LAST
TOOLS
GUIDE.  In VUDU’s movie service, returns to 
the VUDU home menu.
INFO.  In VUDU’s movie service, works like 
the VUDU MORE key.  Displays more options 
for the current selection if available.
F2.  Displays the VUDU system menu if available.
CH / PAG E.  Jumps to the previous or next page of 
menu items.
TOOLS.  Use the Tools menu to perform A /V reset 
while in VUDU movies or some VUDU Apps.
CANCEL.  Acts like the backspace key during 
text entry.
LAST
Goes to the previous screen.•	
Stops video playback and returns to the pre-•	
vious menu.
In VUDU’s movie service:
PLAY/PAUSE
Starts or pauses video playback.
FAST FORWARD/REVERSE
Press to search scenes forward or back.•	
Press additional times to speed up search.•	
Press opposite key to slow and pause search.•	
STOP
Stops video playback and returns to the previous menu.
ENTER
Selects a menu item.•	
Launches an application from the VUDU •	
Apps menu.
In VUDU’s movie service, use •	during 
video playback to see options.
INTERNET.  Displays the VUDU Apps internet 
menu.  Switch the TV to any input other than 
Bluetooth® or USB before connecting to the internet.
EXIT.  Depending on context:
Closes the internet menu.•	
Goes to the VUDU home page.•	
Using VUDU Apps and VUDU Movies
    
Directional navigation•	
In VUDU Apps, press •	  to display 
more applications.
Navigate VUDU’s menus with the keys on 
the TV’s remote control.  Browse the movie 
catalog, watch movie previews, set parental 
controls, and rent or buy movies.
Using StreamTV Internet Media
After establishing internet connectivity as described 1. 
in “Home Network Setup,” page 42, switch the TV to 
any input other than Bluetooth® or USB.
Press the 2. INTERNET key to display services from 
VUDU Apps.
Press 3. ENTER to launch an application.
Getting Started with VUDU Movies
After establishing internet connectivity as described 1. 
in “Home Network Setup,” page 42, switch the TV to 
any input other than Bluetooth® or USB.
Press the 2. INTERNET key to display services from 
VUDU Apps.
Select the VUDU movie service.3. 
Browse the VUDU movie catalog and offerings.4. 
When you are ready to rent or buy a movie, you 5. 
will be prompted to activate your VUDU account.  
Follow the on-screen instructions and use a com-
puter to go to www.VUDU.com/activation.  A 
credit card is required for activation.
Once your account is activated, you can rent and buy 
movies using only the TV and the TV’s remote control.
Troubleshooting
If You Are Unable to Connect to the Internet
Check all power and data connections.•	
If you can reach the internet with a computer or •	
other device on the same internet service used by 
the TV, consult the router or modem owner’s guide 
for reset instructions.
If you cannot reach the internet, contact your •	
service provider.  You may be asked for network 
information such as the TV’s IP address.  Go to the 
Setup > Network menu to see connection data.
For Further Assistance
If you are having trouble connecting your TV or •	
accessing internet applications, contact Mitsubishi 
Customer Care at 1-800-332-2119.
If you are having difficulty with your VUDU •	
account, contact VUDU Customer Care at 
www.VUDU.com/support.
See more troubleshooting tips in •	Appendix E.
 
						

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Introduction to Home-Theater Control
This TV offers a choice of home-theater-control systems. This summary offers some examples of the control 
methods available using the TV’s remote control.  You may wish to use one or more of these methods in your 
home theater after completing Auto Input Sensing.
Source device connected directly to the TV
Remote Control Programming (Any Connection Type)
Program the remote control to operate the A /V device.  To control the device, set 
the remote control to the correct mode for the device type.  See  Appendix A, “Pro-
gramming the Remote Control.”  In the case of an A /V receiver, use the Audio Lock 
feature, page 74.
Any Connection Type
TVA / V 
Device
CEC-Enabled HDMI Device (HDMI Connection Only)
See Appendix C, “HDMI Control of CEC Devices,” page 81.TVCEC-Enabled   A / V Device
HDMI 
Cable
265 Series.  NetCommand IR Control (Any Connection Type)
Set up NetCommand IR control of the device’s keys as desired.  See “IR Emitters,” 
page 61, and “Initial NetCommand Setup,” page 62.
Any Connection Type
TVA / V 
Device
Source device connected to an A/V receiver connected to the TV
CEC-Enabled HDMI A /V Receiver
The TV’s remote control may operate some functions of a connected A /V device.  
You can switch to the device by selecting its icon in the TV’s Input Selection menu.  
See Appendix C, “HDMI Control of CEC Devices,” page 81.
HDMI 
Cable
HDMI 
Cable
TV
CEC-Enabled  
Source Device
A / V Receiver
265 Series:  A /V Receiver with HDMI Output (no CEC)
Set up NetCommand IR control of the 1. A /V receiver’s keys as desired.  See “IR 
Emitters,” page 61, and “Setting Up A /V Receiver Control,” page 68.
Set up NetCommand IR control of the 2. source device’s keys as desired.  See 
“NetCommand Control of a Device Connected to an HDMI A /V Receiver,” page 
71.
TV
Any Con -
nection TypeSource  Device
A / V Receiver
HDMI 
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TV Menus
Press MENU on the remote control to open the main menu.
 PicturePicture settings.46
SoundSound settings.49
Captions
Closed captions 
on/and off; caption 
displays.
51
SetupBasic TV setup.52
Inputs
Name assignments for TV 
inputs, HDMI Control setup
265 Series.  NetCommand 
IR “learning.”
55
Lock
Setting a pass code and 
restrictions TV use.  Dis-
abling the control-panel 
buttons.
57
PictureVideo
Settings in this menu are saved for the current input only.
To make Video adjustments while watching TV and without using the menu:
Press the 1. VIDEO key.
Press 2.   to select a video option.
Press 3.    to change the setting.
Picture 
Mode
BrilliantFor use under bright light; unavailable when the 
current input is named Game or PC.
Set the Picture Mode first 
before changing other video 
settings, as some settings are 
stored independently for each 
Picture Mode.  Use Picture 
Modes to get the best image 
under different viewing condi-
tions.
GameOptimizes picture and video processing for gaming 
consoles.  Available only when the name of the 
input is Game or PC.
BrightFor most daytime viewing and x.v.Color sources
NaturalFor most nighttime viewing and x.v.Color sources
SpecialAdvanced Modes.  Contact your professional installer for setup or see page 48.
164 series:  Special/ADV
265 series:  ISF Day/ADV1, ISF Night/ADV2ISF Day,  
ISF Night
Picture
Assign a name to the TV input before making video adjust-
ments (use the New Device Found or Inputs > Name 
menu).  Adjustments will be reset to the defaults if you 
rename the input after making adjustments.
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ContrastLow contrast shows a variety of shades in darker images•	
In most home lighting situations, medium contrast looks •	
best.
High contrast shows darker images more uniformly black •	
and makes colors appear more vibrant.  High contrast is 
good for brightly lit environments.
Adjusts the white-to-black level
Settings are stored indepen-
dently for each Picture Mode.
BrightnessAdjusts overall picture brightness.  Settings are stored independently for each Picture Mode.
ColorAdjusts overall color intensity from monochromatic to fully saturated.
TintAdjusts the red-to-green ratio.
SharpnessAdjusts picture detail and clarity.
Color TempHighGives white images a cool cast.  May provide the most 
realistic picture under bright lighting.
Adjusts the white balance.  
Settings are stored indepen-
dently for each Picture Mode.LowGives white images a warm cast.  Natural/Color 
Temp at the low setting displays video at approxi-
mately the 6500K industry standard for NTSC 
pictures.
Video 
Noise
High, 
Medium, 
Low, Off
High.•	  For poor-quality signals.
Medium. •	 For moderate noise reduction.
Low. •	 For good-quality signals.
Off.  •	Leaves the picture unaltered.
Reduces minor noise (graini-
ness) in the picture.
EdgeEnhance
(164, 265 series)
On, OffEdgeEnhance™ adds special edge enhancements to make the image appear 
sharper.
DeepField 
Imager
(164, 265 series)
On, OffDeepField™ Imager dynamically enhances black levels in portions of the screen to 
provide strong contrast with detail over mixed screen content.
DemoFor comparison, displays a split picture to show On (right side) and Off (left side).
BacklightAdjusts peak brightness of the backlight.  Applies uniformly to all inputs.  Press ENTER to turn the 
backlight on or off.
PicturePicture+(Picture Plus)
ScreensaverOn, OffSelect On to display a screensaver pattern while playing an audio-only input.  To 
use this feature, the input must either
Be named as an audio source (e.g., •	CD, MP3 Player, Bluetooth)
 or
Be the antenna input tuned to an audio-only signal.•	
Film ModeAuto, Off480i and 1080i signals only.  In Auto, the TV automatically detects and applies 
film-decoding correction to movies filmed at 24 frames per second.  Try the Off 
setting if images show many jagged edges.  Setting saved by input.
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Picture, continued
True 120 Hz 
(154, 164 series)
When active,  reduces motion blur in action scenes but may show pixel 
structure during slower motion or in still images.  Works in conjunction 
with Film Mode.  The adjustment side of the screen only shows changes 
if the content was a film source shot at 24 frames per second.Press    to make adjustments.True 240 Hz
(265 series)
Test PictureDisplays a test picture.
PictureReset
Resets sound and picture adjustments for the current input.  Highlight the •	Reset icon 
and press ENTER twice to perform reset.
Reset•	 has no effect on universal settings (Balance, Listen To, Language) or on 
Advanced picture settings.
PicturePerfect
 (PerfectColor, 265 series)
PerfectColor SlidersAdjusts the saturation (intensity) of six colors for the current image source.
PerfecTint SlidersAdjusts six hues for the current image source
Using PerfectColor:
Highlight the Perfect icon and press ENTER to display the PerfectColor menu.  Settings are retained independently 
for each TV input. 
Using PerfecTint:
•	 To	switch	between	PerfectColor™	and	PerfecTint™	adjustments,	highlight	PerfectColor/PerfecTint and press 
  .
•	 Press	  to move from one color bar to the next.
•	 Press	   to change settings.
•	 Press	CANCEL to restore default settings.
•	 Press	MENU to return to the main menu.
PictureAdvanced(164 and 265 series)
Picture > Advanced allows you to save highly customized picture adjust-
ments for each input.  Mitsubishi recommends these adjustments be 
made only by a trained professional installer.
Press 1. MENU.  Under Picture, highlight the Advanced icon and press ENTER.
With 2. Picture Mode (the first option) highlighted, press ENTER to change from blank (undefined) to ADV.
265 Series:  Choose ADV1 (daytime settings) or ADV2 (nighttime settings).
Use 3.   to highlight an option you wish to change and press ENTER to see the adjustment display.
Press 4.    to change settings.
Use 5.   to navigate to additional options and press    to change settings.
Press 6. MENU to return to the Picture > Advanced menu and save the adjustments for the current input.  Press EXIT 
to close the menu..
To use the custom Picture Mode at a later time
Press MENU and go to Picture > Video > Picture Mode and:
 
						

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Picture, continued
164 Series265 Series
Select •	SPECIAL if settings were saved by your 
professional installer.
Otherwise select •	ADV.
Sele•	ct ISF Day or ISF Night if settings were saved by 
your professional installer.
Otherwise select •	ADV1 or ADV2.
To return to the default values for Advanced
Display the Picture > Advanced menu and:
164 Series265 Series
Highlight RESET Pic Mode and press ENTER.Highlight the 1. Advanced mode to change.
H2. ighlight RESET Pic Mode and press ENTER.  You must 
perform the reset separately for both ADV1 and ADV2
Note:  Custom ISF Day and ISF Night settings made by 
your professional installer are locked for protection 
and cannot be reset by this method.
 
SoundAudio
Settings in this menu are saved for the current input only with the exception of Balance and Subwoofer, which apply 
to all inputs.
To make Audio adjustments while watching TV and without using the menu:
Press the 1. AUDIO key.
Press 2.   to select an audio option.
Press 3.    to change the setting.
TV SpeakersOnTurns on the internal TV speakers.
OffTurns off the internal TV speakers so you hear sound only from a connected A /V receiver.
Note:  When you disconnect an A /V receiver, be sure to change the Sound setting 
to TV to hear sound from the TV speakers.
CenterMakes the TV’s speaker array act as a center channel.  See “Using the TV Speakers 
as a Center Channel,” page 28.
Notes:
Set •	Sound > Global > Center Channel to On to make this setting available.
To de-activate the center channel, change this setting to •	On or Off.
BassControls volume of low-pitched sound from the TV speakers.
TrebleControls volume of high-pitched sound from the TV speakers.
BalanceControls audio balance between the right and left TV speakers
Subwoofer[Subwoofer level 
adjustment]
Adjusts the volume level of a connected subwoofer.
Note:  Set Sound > Global > Subwoofer to On to make this adjustment available.
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SoundGlobal
Settings in this menu apply to all inputs.
Analog Audio 
Out
These settings affect audio from the AVR/SURROUND OUTPUT jacks.
FixedUse with an analog A /V receiver.  Control volume from the A /V receiver.  The 
volume of the audio output signal is fixed and is unaffected by the TV’s volume 
control.
VariableUse with headphones.  Adjust headphone volume using the TV’s volume controls. 
When set to Variable, the audio output signal is adjustable from the TV’s volume 
controls.
RearSends left and right rear audio to external speakers.  Use when supplementing the 
TV’s speaker array with external rear speakers.  See “External Rear Speakers,” page 41.
SubwooferSelect On to turn on audio to a connected subwoofer.  Set to Off if no subwoofer is connected.
Center ChannelOn allows the TV’s speakers to complement your external sound system as a center channel.  Set 
to Off if not in use.
SoundAuto SP
265 Series.  Performs auto calibration of the Sound Projector speaker array.  See “Auto 
Setup,” page 40.
SoundSoundPro
Lets you set up the Sound Projector speaker array manually.  See page 38.
Sound, continued
Sound ModeStereoNo special audio effects from the TV speakers
SurroundModifies audio from the TV speakers.
•	 For	monaural	(non-stereo)	programs,	creates	a	simulated	stereo	effect.
•	 For	stereo	programs,	creates	a	simulated	surround sound effect.
•	 The	TV’s	speaker	array	plays	surround	sound	if	available.
MusicOptimizes the TV’s speaker array for music listening.
NightFocuses the TV’s speaker array to a single point to limit sound heard by others 
outside the room.  Press ENTER to adjust the focal point (Night Angle).
Level SoundOn, OffReduces differences in sound volume between programming segments, such as the 
difference between regular broadcast programs and commercial segments.
Listen To
(applies only 
to analog 
channels from 
the ANT input)
StereoThe TV plays stereo broadcasts in stereo and mono broadcasts in mono.  The word 
Stereo is displayed when you tune to a channel broadcasting in stereo.
MonoReduces background noise.  Use when receiving a weak stereo audio signal.  All 
audio is played as mono.
SAP
(Second Audio 
Program)
Selects an additional monaural sound track not audible during normal TV viewing.  
The SAP signal might be related to the program (such as a sound track in a foreign 
language), or it  might be unrelated (such as a weather report).  If an SAP signal is 
broadcast, the letters SAP are displayed when you tune to the channel.