Panasonic Color Television Ct 2701 Owners Manual

							OWNERS MANUAL
MANUAL DE USUARIO
27” MTS STEREO COLOR TELEVISION
27” TELEVISOR COLOR ESTEREO MTS
CT-2701
ENGLISH
ESPAÑOL
CAUTION
PRECAUCION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
with the FCC Rules could void the users authority to operate this equipment.
Cambios o modificaciones que no sean expresamente aprobadas por el grupo responsable de
conformidad con las reglas de la FCC puede invalidar la autoridad del usuario para operar este equipo.
TV/CATV MODE SELECTION
SELECCION DEL MODO TV/CATV
When shipped from the factory, the TV/CATV menu option is set to the CATV (Cable Tele-
vision) mode. If not using CATV, set this menu option to TV  mode.
Cuando el set sale de fábrica, la opción de TV/CATV está en modo CATV (Televisión por
Cable). Si usted no está usando CATV, cambie esta opción a modo “TV”.
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly.
Antes de utilizar su aparato favor de leer las siguientes instrucciones.
Nota: La información acerca de la garantía y centro de servicio se encuentra en la sección en
ingles de este manual.
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Matsushita Electric Corporation of America has determined that
this product or product model meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.
Como un socio ENERGY STAR®, Matsushita Electric Corporation of America a determinado que
este producto o modelo cumple con los lineamientos de ENERGY STAR® para la eficiencia de
energía.
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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous
voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION:
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.
8A.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.
9. VENTILATION
Slots and openings in the cabinet back or bottom are provided for ventilation, to ensure reliable operation of the unit and to
protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The 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 rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturers instructions have been adhered to.
10. POWER SOURCE
This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating plate. If you are not sure 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.
11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION
This unit is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will
fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the polarized plug. If your unit is equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (ground-
ing) pin, this plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This too, is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.
12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against
them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
S3126A
PORTABLE CART WARNING
(symbol provided by RETAC)
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
WARNING :TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
ENGLISH
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICSHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER(OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLEPARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICINGTO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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URE.
13. LIGHTNING
To protect your unit during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the
wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and power line
surges.
14. POWER LINES
An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines, other electric light or power circuits, or
where it can fall into such power lines 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 them might be fatal.
15. OVERLOADING
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
16. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY
Do not push objects through any openings in this unit as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could
result in fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type of liquid into the 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/NFPA
70, provides information with 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 elec-
trodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
18. SERVICING
Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE
Unplug this unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the unit.
c. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the unit does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered
by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to its normal operation.
e. If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.
20. REPLACEMENT PARTS
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service 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
unit is in proper operating condition.
22. HEAT
The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
23. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installers attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for
proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building,
as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING  AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
GROUND CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENTANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)
NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODEGROUND CLAMPS
S2898APOWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)
This product utilizes both a Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) and other components that contain lead. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to
environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance:  
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FEATURES
LOCATION OF CONTROLS
• 181 Channel Tuner - The tuning system is capable of receiving all 68 VHF/UHF standard broadcast channels that
are available in your area. When operating on a cable system, it can tune to the standard VHF channel frequencies
plus up to 113 cable channel frequencies. The actual number of channels received depends upon channel
reception in your area or your cable system.
• On-Screen 3 Language Display - This TV can display the on screen language in English, Spanish or French.
• Sleep Timer - Operable from the remote control, this TV can be programmed up to 120 minutes to turn off automatically.
• Memory Back Up - This system prevents loss of memorized channel selections in case a power interruption to the
TV should occur.
• V-Chip - The V-Chip function can read the rating of a TV program or movie content if the program is encoded with
this information.The V-Chip will allow you to set a restriction level.
•
Picture Control Adjustments - The On-Screen display allows precise remote control adjustment of BRIGHTNESS,
COLOR, PICTURE, SHARPNESS and TINT.
• Closed Captioned Decoder - Displays text captions or 1/2 of full screen text on the screen for hearing impaired viewers.
• Stereo/SAP Reception - This TV is designed to receive stereo and second audio program (SAP) broadcasts
where available.
5. FRONT AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO IN Jacks (AUX2) -
Audio and video signal cables from an external
source can be connected here.
6. VHF/UHF IN (ANT) Jack - Connect a VHF/UHF
antenna or CATV cable to this jack.
7. S-VIDEO IN Jack - S-Video signal cable from an
external source can be connected here.
8. REAR AUDIO (L / R) / VIDEO IN Jacks (AUX1) -
Audio and video signal cables from an external
source can be connected here.
9. REAR AUDIO (L / R) / VIDEO OUT Jacks - Used
to output audio and video signals to a TV, amplifier
or VCR.
10. AC Power Cord - Plug into an outlet having 120V,
60 Hz AC power only.
FRONT BACK
1. POWER - Press to turn the TV on or off.
2. REMOTE Sensor - Signals from the Remote Control
unit are received here.
3. CHANNEL 
 /  - Press to select a higher or lower
numbered channel set into memory. And also, press
to select the desired setting during On-Screen
operations.
4.  VOLUME 
/  - Press to raise or lower the level of
the sound. And also, press to select the desired
setting during On-Screen operations.
ACTION - Press to display the On-screen menu
function. And also, press to enter or select information
for On-Screen operations.
ANT(75      )IN OUT
AUDIOR
L/MONOS-VIDEOVIDEO VIDEO
AUDIOR
L/MONO
67810
1
34 2
5
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REMOTE CONTROL
CH
VOL
VOL
CH
RECALL
TV/VIDEO MUTE
R-TUNE
POWER
1
2
3
67
8
9
4
5
Remote control
Part No. EUR7713020
1. POWER - Press to turn the TV on. Press again to turn the
TV off.
2. ACTION - Press to display the On-screen menu function.
And also, press to enter or select information for On-Screen
operations.
3. VOL (VOLUME)
/ - Press to increase, or  to
decrease the volume level. And also, press to select the
desired setting during On-Screen operations.
4. MUTE - To turn off the sound, press this button once. The
TV will be silenced and the symbol MUTE will appear on
the screen. The muting feature can be released by pressing
MUTE again or one of the VOL 
or.
5. Direct Channel Selection (0-9) - Allows direct access to
any channel.
6. R-TUNE - This button allows you to go back to the previous
channel selected by just pressing R-TUNE. Press this button
again to return to the channel you were watching.
7. CH (CHANNEL)
 /  - Press  to change to a higher num-
bered channel set into memory. Press  to change to a lower
numbered channel set into memory. And also, press to select
the desired setting during On-Screen operations.
8. TV/VIDEO - Switches between TV and external input.
9. RECALL - When you press this button, the channel number
will appear in the upper right corner of the screen. Press the
button again to remove display from the screen.
Before using the remote control transmitter, batteries must first be installed.
2. Install two AA (penlight size) batteries.
3. Replace the battery compartment cover.
Use two AA size penlight batteries (supplied) for  the
transmitter. The batteries may last approximately one year
depending on how much the remote control is used. For best
performance, it is recommended that batteries should be replaced
on a yearly basis, or when the remote operation becomes erratic.
Do not mix old and new batteries or different types.
BATTERY PRECAUTIONS
These precautions should be followed when using batteries in
this device:
1. Use only the size and type of batteries specified.
2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the
batteries as indicated in the battery compartment. Reversed
batteries may cause damage to the device.
3. Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline
and Carbon-zinc) or old batteries with fresh ones.
4. If the device is not to be used for a long period of time,
remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury from
possible battery leakage.
5. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged;
they can overheat and rupture.
(Follow battery manufacturers directions.)
1. Slide the battery compartment cover.
HOW TO INSTALL BATTERIES
TO USE AC POWER SOURCE
Use the AC polarized line cord provided for operation on AC. Insert the AC cord plug into a standard 120V 60Hz polarized AC outlet.
POWER SOURCE
NOTES:
1. Never connect the AC line cord plug to other than the specified voltage (120V 60Hz).
Use the attached power cord only.
2. If the polarized AC cord does not fit into a nonpolarized AC outlet, do not attempt to file
or cut the blade. It is the users responsibility to have an electrician replace the obsolete
outlet.
3. If you cause a static discharge when touching the unit, and the unit fails to function,
simply unplug the unit from the AC outlet, wait a few minutes, and plug it back in.
The unit should return to normal operation.
Wider Hole
and Blade
AC outlet
Polarized AC Cord Plug
(One blade is wider than
the other)
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This television has an extended tuning range
and can tune most cable channels without
using a cable company supplied converter
box. Some cable companies offer premium
pay channels in which the signal is
scrambled. Descrambling these signals for
normal viewing requires the use of a
descrambler device which is generally
provided by the cable company.
ANTENNA/CATV CONNECTIONS
For Subscribers to Basic Cable TV ServiceFor basic cable service not requiring a converter/descrambler box, connect the CATV 75 ohm coaxial cable directly to the antenna jack on the
back of the television.
For Subscribers to Scrambled Cable TV ServiceIf you subscribe to a cable service which requires the use of a converter/descrambler box, connect the incoming cable to the converter/
descrambler box and connect the output of the box to the antenna jack on the back of the television. Follow the connections shown left. Set the
television to the output of the converter/descrambler box (usually channel 3 or 4) and use the converter/descrambler box to select channels.
For Subscribers to Unscrambled Basic Cable with Scrambled Premium ChannelsIf you subscribe to a cable service in which basic cable channels are unscrambled and premium channels require the use of a converter/
descrambler box, you may wish to use a two-set signal splitter (sometimes called a two-set coupler) and an A/B switch box from the cable
installer or an electronics supply store. Follow the connections shown left. With the switch in the B position, you can directly tune any
nonscrambled channels on your TV. With the switch in the A position, tune your TV to the output of the converter/descrambler box (usually
channel 3 or 4) and use the box to tune scrambled channels.
If you connect the TV to a VCR, camcorder or TV game, through the
audio/video in jacks, use the TV/VIDEO to make your selection.
Press the TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the desired mode.
“AUX1” or “AUX2” will display on the screen for 4 seconds.
NOTE: TV/VIDEO button only exists in the remote control.
CONNECTION TO OTHER EQUIPMENT
The exact arrangement you use to interconnect various video and audio components to the TV is dependent on the model and features of each
component. Check the Owners Manual provided with each component for the location of video and audio inputs and outputs.
The connection diagrams below are offered as suggestions. You may need to modify them to accommodate your particular assortment of compo-
nents. The diagrams are intended to show component video and audio interconnections only.
NOTE:If using a monaural video and audio components, connect AUDIO IN (L/MONO) jack to AUDIO OUT using only one audio cable.
To playback from the camcorder, connect the camcorder to the TV as
shown.
3. To connect the TV to a camcorder
Set the TV/AV selection for this connection, to AUX2.
The TV can also be used as a display device for many video games.
However, due to the wide variety of different types of signal generated
by these devices and subsequent hook-up variations required, they
have not all been included in the suggested connection diagrams.
Youll need to consult each components Owners Manual for additional
information.
2. To connect the TV to a TV Game
Set the TV/AV selection for this connection, to AUX2.
1. To connect the TV to a VCR
Set the TV/AV selection for this connection, to AUX1.TV/AV SELECTION
TV AUX 1 AUX 2Front of TV
(not supplied) To Audio/Video OUT
Front of TV To AV OUT jack
ANT(75      )
IN OUT
AUDIOR
L/MONOS-VIDEOVIDEO VIDEO
AUDIOR
L/MONO
Rear of TV
VCR
To Audio/Video
OUTVIDEO
AUDIO (L)
AUDIO (R)
AUX1
ANT(75      )IN OUT
AUDIORL/MONOS-VIDEOVIDEO VIDEOAUDIORL/MONO
ANTENNA CONNECTIONS
(not supplied)
TV GAME 
(not supplied)
Converter/Descrambler
SplitterSwitchA
B
Converter/Descrambler
Single 75 ohm cable
from Antenna
300 ohm twin-lead wire300-75 OHM MATCHING
TRANSFORMER
(not supplied)
COMBINER
(not supplied) Single 75 ohm cable
300 ohm twin-lead wire
Incoming CATVCATV CONNECTIONS
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ANT(75      )
IN OUT
AUDIOR
L/MONOS-VIDEOVIDEO VIDEO
AUDIOR
L/MONO
DIRECT CHANNEL SELECTION (0-9) - Press these buttons to
select a channel.The channel number will appear on the upper
right corner of the TV screen. If an invalid channel number is
selected, the display will revert to the previous channel.
TV MODE DIRECT CHANNEL SELECTION - When the TV/
CATV menu option is in the TV position, all channels can be
instantly selected by using two buttons (For example, to select
channel 2, press 0, then 2. If you press only 2, channel
selection will be delayed for a few seconds). For channels 10
and above, press the 2 digits in order.
TV - VHF/UHF channels
CABLE - CABLE TV channels
To turn on the TV, press POWER.
The VOLUME can be adjusted to a desired level by
pressing VOL (VOLUME) B or A .
The sound level will be indicated on the TV screen by
GREEN BARS AND A NUMBER. As the sound level
increases, so do the number of BARS AND THE NUMBER
on the screen. The same is true for decreasing the level.
Set the TV/CATV menu option to the appropriate position.
When shipped from the factory, this menu option is in the
CATV setting. See To Memorize Channels.
TV OPERATION
CATV mode direct channel selection
When the TV/CATV menu option is in the CATV position,
channels can be selected as follows:
1
2
3
4CH (CHANNEL)  and 

Press and release the CH (CHANNEL)  or 
 . The
channel automatically stops at the next channel set into
memory. Press and hold the button down to change
channels more quickly.
For proper operation, before selecting channels, they
should be set into the TVs memory. See To Memorize
Channels.
SETTING LANGUAGE
This TV can display the channel number, on screen displays and picture adjustments on the screen in English, Spanish or French.
NOTE:If Spanish or French is chosen, the Closed Caption indicators will be in the selected language, but the Closed Caption text will not
be affected by the language selection.Press 
  and then press  or 
 to
select desired language (e.g.
English), then press ACTION.1
2
3
4
Press ACTION.
Press B to select the SET UP
mode, then press ACTION.
Press ACTION to select the EXIT mode, then press
ACTION again.
CONNECTION TO OTHER EQUIPMENT(CONTINUED)
If you connect a VCR with an S-video cable to the S-VIDEO jack on the rear of TV, you must also connect the audio cables to
the AUDIO IN jacks on the rear of the TV. The S-video cable only carries the video signal. Audio signal is separate.
4. To connect the TV to a VCR with an S-VIDEO jackSet the TV/AV selection for this connection, to AUX1.
NOTE:When the S-video cable and the video cable
are connected to each jack at the same time,
the S-video cable takes precedence over the
video cable.
NOTE: 
If the station being viewed stops broadcasting, the TV
will automatically shut off after 15 minutes. Rear of TV
VCR
(not supplied) AUDIO (R)
AUDIO (L)
(not supplied)
NOTE:
All four arrows can be used to select
the SET UP mode, not just B.SET UPLANGUAGE / IDIOMA / LANGUEMODE
AUTO PROGRAM
MANUAL PROGRAM
CC
/ ACTION: CABLE
: OFF
//
PICTURE
LOCKEXIT
TIMER
SET UPAUDIO
LANGUAGE / IDIOMA / LANGUE
ENGLISH
ESPAÑOL
FRANÇAIS
/ ACTION
/
1-9
10-12
13-99
100-125Press 0 twice, then 1-9 as needed.
Example, to select channel 2, press 002.
Press 0, then remaining 2 digits.
Example, to select channel 12, press 012.
Press the 2 digits in order.
Example, to select channel 36, press 36.
Press the 3 digits in order.
Example, to select channel 120, press 120.
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TO MEMORIZE CHANNELS
This TV is equipped with a channel memory feature which
allows channels to skip up or down to the next channel set into
memory, skipping over unwanted channels.
Before selecting channels, they must be programmed into the
TVs memory. In addition to normal VHF and UHF channels,
this TV can receive up to 113 Cable TV channels. To use this
TV with an antenna, set the TV/CATV menu option to the TV
setting. When shipped from the factory, this menu option is in
the CATV setting.
TV/CATV SELECTION
Press t to select MODE mode and
then press . Then press   or  to
select the TV or CABLE mode, then
press ACTION.
Press ACTION twice.
1
2
3
Press ACTION and press  toselect the SET UP mode, then press
ACTION.
NOTE:
Contact your cable company to determine the type of cable system
used in your area.
SET UPLANGUAGE / IDIOMA / LANGUE
AUTO PROGRAM
MANUAL  PROGRAM
CC
/ ACTION: OFF
/
MODE : TV   CABLE
PICTURE
LOCKEXITTIMER
SET UP
AUDIO
AUTOMATIC CHANNEL MEMORY
Press ACTION and press  toselect the SET UP mode, then
press ACTION.
Press t twice to select AUTO
PROGRAM mode and then press
. The TV will begin memorizing all
the channels available in your area.
Press ACTION twice.
1
2
3
SET UPLANGUAGE / IDIOMA / LANGUEMODE
AUTO PROGRAM
MANUAL PROGRAM
CC
/ ACTION: CABLE
: OFF
//
PICTURE
LOCKEXITTIMER
SET UP
AUDIO
1
2
MANUAL CHANNEL MEMORY
Press ACTION and press  to select
the SET UP mode, then press
ACTION.
Press s twice to select MANUAL
PROGRAM mode and then press 
.
Select the desired channels to be
added or deleted using  Direct
Channel Selection (10 keys. 0-9),
CH s or t.
Press 
 or  to select ADD or
DELETE.
If an unmemorized channel was
selected (step 3), the channel
indicator will be yellow. Press 
 or
 if you wish to ADD the
unmemorized channel. The channel
indicator will change from yellow to
blue when a channel is added and
the channel will be memorized.
If a memorized channel was selected (step 3), the channel
indicator will be blue.
Press 
 or  if you wish to DELETE the channel from
memory. The channel indicator will change from blue to yellow
when a channel is deleted.
Repeat Steps 3 and 4 for each channel to be added or
deleted.
Press ACTION three times.
4
5
3
ADD CH 012
SET UPLANGUAGE / IDIOMA / LANGUEMODE
AUTO PROGRAM
MANUAL PROGRAM
CC
/ ACTION: CABLE
: OFF
//
SETTING TIMER
You can set the TV to turn off after a preset amount time.
Press ACTION and press 
 to select the TIMER mode, then press ACTION.
Press 
 and then press  or  to select desired time, then press ACTION.
1
2
TIMER
SLEEP
/ ACTION
/
:10
After the timer is programmed, the display will disappear then reappear momentarily every ten minutes to remind you the timer function is
operating.
To confirm the timer setting, repeat 
step 1. The remaining time will be displayed.
To cancel the
 timer setting, select the OFF.
PICTURE
LOCKEXITTIMER
SET UP
AUDIO
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NOTES:
• If you forget your password, turn on the TV. Reduce the volume to a minimum level. Press and hold VOLUME
 on the
front of the TV and press the 0 button on the remote control simultaneously. Select the LOCK mode, then enter a new
password.
• If you want to change the password, follow steps 1-3 and select the CHANGE PASSWORD option then enter your new
password.
• The V-Chip function is activated only on programs and tapes that have the rating signal.
• Once you block a program using the V-Chip function, the blocked program cannot be watched based on the content of the
show. When the program starts, the INPUT PASSWORD will appear on the screen. When you want to release the V-
Chip temporarily, enter the password.
If you change the channel or turn off the TV while the V-Chip function was temporarily released, the original setting will be
resumed. If you return to the channel you were watching you must re-enter your password to temporarily release your V-
Chip function again.
• If you are changing channels using a VCR or a cable box, while the TV remains on channel 3 or 4, the V-Chip operates
differently.  When you enter your password to temporarily release the block on any channel, you have completely disabled
the V-Chip function for all stations.  To reset the V-Chip turn your TV off and back on.
• Some cable boxes are built with a delay feature, in some cases it can take up to 10 seconds for a program to appear after
the password has been input.
SETTING LOCK
This TV is fitted with a V-CHIP controller which provides you with channel viewing access controls and restrictions. This function
allows adult screening of TV programs based upon ratings.
Press ACTION.
Press 
 to select the LOCK mode, then press ACTION.
Enter your password (4 digits) using Direct channel
selection (0-9).
In the event of entering an incorrect password, press 
then re-enter the correct password.
Enter the same password for confirmation only for the
first time.
Press  or 
 to select the V-CHIP option, then press 
.
Press 
 or  to select the ON, then press ACTION.
Press  or 
  to select the TV RATING or MOVIE
RATING option, then press  
.
Press 
 or  to select the desired rating for the
applicable video or TV channel, then press ACTION.
CLOSED CAPTION
Captions: This Closed Caption Mode will display text on the
screen in English or another language (depending on the setting
of the Closed Captions ). Generally, Closed Captions in English
are transmitted on Captions Channel 1 and Closed Captions in
other languages are transmitted on Captions Channel 2.
Text: The Text Closed Caption Mode will usually fill 1/2 of full
screen with a programming schedule or other information. After
selecting a Closed Caption Mode, it will stay in effect until it is
changed, even if the channel is changed. If the Captions signal
is lost due to a commercial or a break in the signal, the Captions
will reappear when the signal is received again. If the channels
are changed, the Captions will be delayed approximately 10
seconds.
For television programs broadcasting with Closed Captions, look
in your TV guide for the Closed Captions symbol (CC).WHAT IS CLOSED CAPTIONING?
This television has the capability to decode and display
Closed Captioned television programs. Closed Captioning will
display text on the screen for hearing impaired viewers or it
will translate and display text in another language.
TO VIEW CLOSED CAPTIONS
1
3
4
5
6
7
2
• When activating the Closed Captioned Decoder, there will be a short delay before the Closed Captioned text appears on the screen.
• Closed Captioned text is only displayed in locations where it is available.
• If no caption signal is received, no captions will appear, but the television will remain in the Caption Mode.
• Misspellings or unusual characters may occasionally appear during Closed Captioning. This is normal with Closed Captioning,
especially with live programs. This is because during live programs, captions are also entered live. These transmissions do not allow
time for editing.
• When Captions are being displayed, on-screen displays, such as volume and mute may not be seen or may interfere with Closed
Captions.
• Some cable systems and copy protection systems may interfere with the Closed Captioned signal.
• If using an indoor antenna or if TV reception is very poor, the Closed Caption Decoder may not appear or may appear with strange
characters or misspelled words. In this case, adjust the antenna for better reception or use an outdoor antenna.Press ACTION and press 
 to
select the SET UP mode,
then press ACTION.
Press  to select CC mode and
then press 
, then press  or 

to select desired Closed Caption
(e.g. CAPTION CH1), then press
ACTION.
Press ACTION twice.
3
1
2
TV-Y
TV-Y7
TV-G: all children
: 7 years old and above
: children’s programTV-PG
TV-14
TV-MA: parental guidance
: 14 years old and above
: 17 years old and above
When you select TV-Y7, TV-PG, TV-14 or TV-MA, press RECALL to
explain the rating.
Press 
 or 
 to select the desired rating you want. Press  to
select the setting ON or OFF, then press ACTION.
: all ages
: parental guidance
: parental guidance
for under 13 years old G
PG
PG-13R
NC-17
X
TV RATING
MOVIE RATING
: Parental guidance for
under 17 years old
: 17 years old and above
: adult only
OFFTV-Y7 TV-G TV-14TV–YTV-PGTV-MA
OFFPG PG-13 R NC-17GX
OFFCAPTION  CH1
CAPTION  CH2
TEXT  CH1
TEXT  CH2
/ ACTION
/
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AUDIOBASSTREBLE
BALANCE
NORMAL
MODE
AI SOUND
/ ACTION: NO
: ON
: STEREO SAP MONO
/
ADJUSTING PICTURE
SOUND ADJUSTMENTS
The TV is equipped with a feature known as Multi-channel TV
Sound or MTS. MTS broadcasts greatly enhance TV viewing
by bringing you programs with high fidelity stereo sound.
MTS also provides an extra channel called the Second
Audio Program or SAP which broadcasters can use to
transmit a second language for bilingual transmission or for
other purposes.LISTENING TO STEREO SOUND
When the TV is turned on or a channel selection is made,
make certain that the word “STEREO” appears on the
screen. This means that Stereo broadcasting is available.
You can enjoy stereo sound from the left and right speak-
ers.
•When the Mono broadcasting is received, no indication
is displayed.
•If the broadcast signal is not strong enough or clear stereo
sound is not available, select the MONO as in step 2 to
change to mono sound. The noise should be eliminated.
LISTENING TO SAP (SECOND AUDIO PROGRAM)
When the TV is turned on or a channel selection is made,
make certain that the letters “SAP” appear on the screen.
This means that the Second Audio Program broadcasting is
available.
TO SELECT DESIRED SOUND
STEREO AND SECOND AUDIO PROGRAM (SAP)
You can adjust the setting for bass, treble, balance and AI
sound.
Press ACTION and press  to select the AUDIO mode,
then press ACTION.
Press  or 
 to select the item
you want to adjust, then 
press .
1
2
3Press  or  to adjust the setting.AI SOUND FEATURE
When a loud sound is broadcast the AI sound feature
assists in balancing the volume to a more comfortable
listening level.
TO RETURN TO INITIAL SETTING
Select the NORMAL then select SET as in step 2.
Press ACTION twice to select the PICTURE mode
, then
press ACTION.
Press  or 
 to select desired item, then press 
.
Press 
 or  to adjust the setting.
1
2
3
You can adjust the settings for color, sharpness, picture,
brightness and tint.
Press ACTION and press  to select the AUDIO mode,
then press ACTION.
Press 
 to select MODE mode
and then 
press . Then press  or
 to select the STEREO, SAP or
MONO mode, then press ACTION.
1
2
AUDIOBASSTREBLE
BALANCE
NORMAL
MODE
AI SOUND
/ ACTION: NO
: ON
: STEREO
//
TO RETURN TO INITIAL SETTING
Select the NORMAL then select SET as in step2.
4Press ACTION three times.
3Press ACTION twice.
BASS
TREBLE
BALANCE
AI SOUND
stronger
stronger
right speaker stronger
weaker
weaker
left speaker stronger
OFF
ON
4Press ACTION three times.
BRIGHTNESS
PICTURE TINT
SHARPNESSincrease brightness
increase contrast more vibrant color
greenish hue
decrease brightness
decrease contrast reduces color
reddish hue
makes picture softer makes picture
clearer
COLOR
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