Recycling Directive ??? To minimise harm to the environment, the batteries supplied with the TV set do not contain mercury or nickel cadmium. If possible, when
disposing of batteries, use recycling means available to you.Your TV set uses materials which are reusable or which can be recycled.To minimise the amount of waste in the environment, specialist companies recover used sets for dismantling and collection of reusable materials (contact your dealer).
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SAFETY INFORMATION AND USEFUL TIPS
Safety Information
???Disconnect mains plug when :
??? the red light below the TV screen is flashing continuously.
???a bright white line is displayed across the screen.
???cleaning the TV screen. Never use abrasive cleaning agents. Use a slight damp chamois leather or soft cloth.
???there is a lightning storm.
???the set is left unattended for a prolonged period of time.
???No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on top of the TV or in the vicinity.
??? Do not place your TV set under direct sunlight or heat.
??? Leave at least 5 cm around each side of TV set to allow for proper ventilation.
???Avoid placing your set (e.g. near the window) where it is likely to be exposed to rain or water.
???No objects filled with liquids should be placed on top the TV so as to avoid dripping or splashing of liquids on the set.
UsefulTips
???Do not leave your set on standby mode for a prolonged period of time. Switch off set to allow it to be demagnetised. A demagnetised set supports good picture quality.
???Do not shift or move the set around when it is switched on. Uneveness in colour in some parts of the screen may occur.
???Never attempt to repair a defective TV yourself.Always consult a skilled service personnel.
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BEFORE CALLING SERVICE
Below is a list of frequently occurred symptoms. Before you call for service, make these simple checks. Some of these symptoms can easily be rectified if you know what to do.
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HOOKING UP YOUR TV (BASIC CONNECTION)
Antenna Connection
???Connect the aerial plug to the antenna socket ?? on the backcover.
???Insert the mains plug into the wall socket.
Mains Connection
???For correct mains voltage, refer to type sticker at the rear of the TV set
???Consult your dealer if mains supply is different. Note :This diagram is not representative of the actual plug and socket.
Switching on the Set
???Press the main power button to switch on/ off theTV.
???If the set is on standby (indicator is red), press the Power button on the remote
control to switch on set.
USE/CARE OF REMOTE CONTROL
??? Insert the correct type of batteries into the compartment.
??? Ensure the batteries are placed in the right direction.
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CONNECTING THE AUDIO/VIDEO SOCKETS (PLAYBACK)
AV sockets on the rear of TV
Back of VCR
VCR (equipped with Video and
Audio output sockets)
You can view the playback of VCR tapes (Video Disc players, camcorders, etc.) by using the AUDIO and VIDEO INPUT sockets on the rear of the TV.
??? Connect the VIDEO and AUDIO IN sockets on the rear of the TV to the AUDIO and VIDEO OUT sockets on the VCR.
AV sockets on the rear of TV
Back of
The
???Connect the
???Connect the AUDIO IN sockets from the rear of the TV to the AUDIO OUT sockets
on the VCR. Note : You need not connect the VIDEO IN socket of the TV if
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CONNECTING THE AUDIO/VIDEO SOCKETS (PLACKBACK)
AV sockets on rear of TV
DVD (Equipped with ???Y???, ???Pb??? and ???Pr??? and Output sockets)
You can view the playback of DVD discs by using the COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT sockets on the rear of the TV.
??? Connect the ???Y???,???Pb??? and the ???Pr??? INPUT sockets on the TV to the ???Y???,???Pb??? and ???Pr??? OUTPUT sockets on the DVD to view playback of DVD discs.
CONNECTING THE AUDIO/VIDEO SOCKETS (PLACKBACK)
Camcorder
Connect headphone jack to socket for personal listening
For more convenient direct playback connections, the Side Audio/Video Input sockets allow for quick and easy connections, particularly Camcorder tape recordings.
???Connect the VIDEO socket from the Camcorder to the Side VIDEO in socket of the TV.
???Connect the AUDIO OUT sockets (Right and Left) from the Camcorder to the Side AUDIO IN sockets.
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CONNECTING THE AUDIO/VIDEO SOCKETS (RECORDING)
Connection for recording from the TV channel
AV sockets on the rear of TV
VCR (equipped with Video and Audio input sockets)
???Connect the corresponding INPUT sockets of the VCR to the MONITOR OUTPUT sockets on the rear of the TV.
???To enhance the sound of your TV, connect the AUDIO L and R sockets to an external audio system instead of the VCR. For mono equipment, connect only the AUDIO L socket.
Connection for recording from one VCR to another VCR
R
Pr
COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT
AV sockets on the rear of TV
Back of VCR
VCR 1
VCR 2
VCR (equipped with Video and
Audio input sockets)
???Connect the sockets of the VCR which you wish to record from, to the corresponding sockets at either AV1 or AV2
???Connect the sockets of the receiving VCR to the MONITOR OUTPUT sockets on the rear of the TV.
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FUNCTIONS OF REMOTE
&Power button
???Switch set off temporarily to standby mode. (The red light indicator lights up when the set is on standby mode).
???To switch on set from standby mode, press Channel
??Teletext Colour/Personal Zapping buttons
???In teletext mode, the colour buttons allow you to access directly an item or corresponding pages.
???As Personal Zapping buttons, you can surf up to 10 personal channels for each button. For detailed description of functions, refer to section on ???Personal Zapping ???.
???Teletext buttons
Allows you to access teletext information. For detailed description of functions, refer to section on ???Using the Teletext???
??? Smiley button
CONTROL
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Allows to add and store your personal preference channels in your Personal Preference list. For detailed description of functions, refer to section on ???Using your Personal Zapping feature???.
( Timer Button
Not applicable.
??Smart Sound Button
Press the Smart Sound button repeatedly to access 4 different types of sound settings and choose your desired setting.
??Menu Button
Displays the main menu.Also exits menu from screen.
!Cursor Up Button
Allows you to select the next item on the menu.
??Cursor Left Button
Allows you to select the
0 Volume + / ??? Button
Increases or decreases volume.
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Allows you to switch from Stereo to Mono sound during stereo transmission or to choose between language5or
language6during dual sound transmission.
2A/CH(Alternate channel) Button
Allows you to change between the current channel and the previous channel.
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FUNCTIONS OF REMOTE CONTROL
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3 Main Index Button
In teletext mode, press button to return to the main index page.
4Frownie button
Allows to delete stored personal preference channels in your Personal Preference list. For detailed description of functions, refer to section on
???Personal Zapping ???.
5Smart Picture Button
Press the Smart Picture button repeatedly to access 5 different types of picture settings and choose
your desired setting.
6 Incredible Surround Button
???Allows you to select Incredible Surround sound when transmission is in stereo mode.
???Allows you to select Spatial Sound when transmission is in mono mode.
7 Cursor Right Button
Allows you to access the
8Cursor Down Button
Allows you to select the next item on the menu.
9Channel + / ??? Buttons
Allows you to select channels in ascending or
descending order.
20Mute Button
Mutes sound.To restore sound, press button again.
21Teletext Button
Refer to section on ???Using the Teletext???
22OSD button
Allows you to display the current channel number. It also allows to exit menu from the screen after control adjustments.
23Digit (0
Press to select a channel. For a
24A/V Button
Allows you to select the AV channels.
25Sleeptimer Button
Allows you to select a time period after which the set will switch to standby mode automatically.
FUNCTIONS OF TV CONTROLS
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1Mains Power button
2Standby Light indicator
3Remote Sensor
Switch mains power on or off.
Indicate red light when standby mode is activated.
Acts as a sensor for activating the controls of the TV when remote control handset is aimed at it.
Adjust sound volume softer.
Adjust sound volume louder.
Select channel in ascending order.
Select channel in descending order.
Note
??? You can enter the main menu by pressing both
the Volume A and A buttons at the same time.
SELECTING THE MENU LANGUAGE
Operating instructions generally explains the operation of theTV set using the buttons on the remote control unless otherwise stated. Please read the following instructions carefully and follow the steps as shown to familiarise yourself with the installations and all features available in your set.
Note:When there is no signal input to the TV, you may encounter instability of the on screen display. In this instance, please use the v button on your remote control to select an AV channel.
The Language feature allows you to set the TV???s
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??Select Install.
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Enter the Install menu.
Press button repeatedly to cycle through the language list and select the language of your choice.
???Auto Store
???Manual store
???Channel Edit
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AUTOMATIC TUNING OF CHANNELS
Automatic tuning of channels allows you to store each programme automatically.
Enter main menu.
MENU
?? Select Auto Store.
Result on screen
???Auto Store
???Manual store
???Channel Edit
???Manual store
???Channel Edit
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???Manual store
???Channel Edit
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MANUAL TUNING OF CHANNELS
Manual tuning of channels allows you to select your preferred channel number for every available programme.
More...
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??Press button repeatedly until Install is selected.
??Enter install menu.
???Auto Store
???Manual Store
???Channel Edit
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??Press button repeatedly until
Manual Store is selected.
??Enter manual store menu.
??Press button repeatedly until Search is selected.
Fine Tune
Store
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???Colour System
???Sound System
???Channel
???Fine Tune
???Store
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MANUAL TCUNINGHANNELSOF CHANNELS
??Start manual searching. Searching stops once a transmitting signal is
found.
Result on screen
???Colour System
???Sound System
???Channel
???Fine Tune
???Store
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??Select Channel.
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??Press button repeatedly until Store is selected.
???Colour System
???Sound System
???Search
???Fine Tune
???Store
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Manual Storeo
???Colour System
???Sound System
???Search
???Channel
???Fine Tune
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Manual Storeo
???Colour System
???Sound System
???Search
???Channel
???Fine Tune
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SELECTING THE COLOUR/SOUND SYSTEM
This feature allows you to select your desired Colour and Sound system. If Auto
is selected, the respective colour and sound system will be automatically selected according to the transmission system. Note : Select your desired colour and sound system manually if reception is poor at Auto mode.
??Select the desired colour
??Press button repeatedly until STORE is selected.
??Store selected system.
???Colour System ??? Sound System
???Search
???Channel
???Fine Tune
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???Search
???Channel
???Fine Tune
???Store
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??DK or M.
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???Search
???Channel
???Fine Tune
???Store
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???Colour System ??? Sound System
???Search
???Channel
???Fine Tune
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FINE TUNING OF CHANNELS
This feature allows you to adjust picture reception in areas of weak reception.
Enter main menu.
MENU
?? Press button repeatedly until Install is selected.
Result on screen
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Enter install menu.
Press button repeatedly until
Manual Store is selected.
Enter manual store menu.
Press button repeatedly until FineTune is selected.
Fine tune until the best reception is obtained.
Select Store.
Store last
Exit menu from screen.
Fine Tune
Store
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Manual Storeo
???Colour System
???Sound System
???Search
???Channel
Manual Storeo
???Colour System
???Sound System
???Search
???Channel
Manual Storeo
???Colour System
???Sound System
???Search
???Channel
???Fine Tune
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EDITING OF CHANNELS
This feature allows you to skip or edit channels which have bad or weak TV signal or channels that you do not watch often. Note : Once a channel is skipped, you cannot have access to it by the CH (Channel) + or ??? button.You can only have access to the channel by the Digit (0
??Press button repeatedly until Install is selected.
HOW TO RESTORE SKIPPED CHANNELS
???Repeat Steps 1 to 5 as in???Editing of Channels???.
???Key in the channel number to be restored by the
Digit (0 - 9) button.
??? Exit menu from screen by the 
button.
Result on screen
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ADJUSTING THE TV PICTURE
The picture menu allows you to make adjustments to the picture.
Result on screen
MENU
Display the main menu on screen.
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Picture o
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???Colour
???Contrast
???Sharpness
???Colour Temp
???NR
???Contrast
???Sharpness
???Colour Temp
???NR
???Contrast +
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ADJUSTING THE TV SOUND
The sound menu allows you to make adjustments to the sound.
Display the main menu on screen.
MENU
Result on screen
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??Select Sound menu.
??Enter Sound menu.
??Select item.
or
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???Bass
???Balance
???AVL
???Incr. Surround
???Ultra Bass
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ROTATION (FOR CERTAIN VERSIONS ONLY)
Due to the earth???s magnetic field and position of the TV, there may be a slight tilting of the picture to the left or right when the set is switched on.When this phenomena accurs, select Rotation in the Features menu and adjust accordingly.
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Select Features.
Enter the Features menu.
Select Rotation.
Press repeatedly until you deem picture is in the normal position.
Exit menu from screen.
???Format
???Signal strength
???Active Control
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???Format
???Signal strength
???Active Control
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USING THE SCREEN FORMAT
You can have a choice of two formats for your viewing pleasure, namely : - 4:3 mode and the EXPAND 4:3 mode through the FORMAT menu.
MENU Display the main menu on screen.
??Press button repeatedly until Features is selected.
??Press button repeatedly until Format is selected.
Result on screen
???Signal strength
???Active Control
???Signal Strength
???Active control
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When to use the Screen Formats
4:3 format
Select the 4:3 format if you want to display the 4:3 picture using the full surface of the screen.
Expand 4:3 format
Select the Expand 4:3 format if you want to expand movie images recorded in the letterbox format. When this format is selected, the black horizontal bars at the top and bottom are expanded thus filling up the entire TV screen.
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ACTIVATING THE SIGNAL STRENGTH
The Signal Strength feature allows to view the signal strength level when the On option is selected.The signal strength level will be indicated at the bottom of the screen whenever you switch channel.
Result on screen
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Press button repeatedly until
Signal Strength is selected.
??Press the button to select On option to activate the Signal Strength
mode.
???Rotation
???Format
Note : When signal strength is poor, you can proceed to the Active Control feature in the Feature menu and select On option to automatically adjust settings for optimal picture quality (Refer to section on ???Using the Active Control???).
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???Rotation
???Format
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USING THE ACTIVE CONTROL
This feature automatically adjust settings for optimal picture quality continuously under any signal conditions.To activate the Active Control feature, select the ???ON??? option in the Active Control menu.
Step Press button
Result on screen
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Feature o
???Rotation
???Format
???Signal strength
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Feature o
???Rotation
???Format
???Signal strength
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SMART PICTURE CONTROL
Whether you are watching a movie or video game, your TV has automatic video control settings matched to your current program source or content.The Smart Picture feature quickly resets your TV???s video controls of program for a number of different types of programs and viewing conditions you may have in your home. Each Smart Picture setting is preset at the factory to automatically adjust the TV???s Brightness, Colour, Picture and Sharpness levels.
Step Press button
`Press botton repeatedly to cycle through the 5 settings namely,
Personal, DVD/VCD, Rich, Natural and Soft and select your desired picture setting.
Defintion of Picture Settings
Personal
DVD/VCD
Rich
Natural
Soft
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SMART SOUND CONTROL
Whether you are watching a movie or video game, your TV has automatic sound control settings matched to your current program source or content.The Smart Sound feature quickly resets your TV???s sound controls of program for a number of different types of programs and viewing conditions you may have in your home. Each Smart Sound setting is preset at the factory to automatically adjust the TV???s Treble and Bass levels.
q Press botton repeatedly to cycle through the 4 settings namely,
Personal, Theatre, Music and Voice and select your desired sound setting.
Definition of Sound Settings
Personal : Sound settings are set to your preference.
Personal
Theatre : Emphasize sensation to action. (Bass and Treble boosted)
Theatre
Music : Emphasize low tone (Bass boosted).
Voice
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PERSONAL ZAPPING
A list or series of favourite TV programs can be selected and stored in the 4 coloured buttons with the Personal Zapping feature.With this feature you can easily viewed up to a total of 10 preferred channels for each coloured button.
Adding Channels to the Favourite list
Step Press button
0
Press button to display list.
Choose your favourite colour button to store selected channel.
Result on screen
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8{ Select List! 
{8 Added!
Repeat steps 1 to 3 to add and store your avourite channels to the list.
To view through the favourite list
Press the colour button that you have selected.
Press button repeatedly to cycle through your favourite list
and view your favourite channel.
Deleting Channels from the Favourite list
Select a colour button and press button repeatedly to select the channel you want to delete.
Press button to display list.
Press button to remove item.
Repeat steps 1 to 3 to delete more channels from list.
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USING THE TELETEXT
If a TV channel broadcast contains teletext information, each channel that broadcasts teletext transmits a page (index page) with information on how to use the teletext system, usually on page 100.The system transmitted is indicated in the option line at the bottom of the screen.
??? Accessing a teletext page
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??? Direct Access to an item or corresponding pages
( Main Index
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Result on screen
Press the button once to switch on teletext display. (A channel in which teletext is being transmitted must be selected).
Press the button the second time superimpose the teletext page over the TV programme.
Press the button the third time to exit teletext mode.
Key in the required teletext page (3 digits).The page number is displayed at the top left hand corner of the screen. When the teletext page is located, the counter stops searching. If the counter keeps searching, it means that the page is not available for selection. If you make a mistake in keying the page number, you have to complete keying the
Press the ?? button to display the next page and the
?? button to display the previous page.
The
Press the button to return to the main index page.
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USING THE TELETEXT
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Result on screen
Press the button to change to TV mode. Press the button again to return to teletext mode and to the teletext page.
Press the button once to enlarge and view the top half of the page. Press the button the second time to enlarge and view the bottom half of the page. Press the button the third time to return to normal size page.
A selected page sometimes contains a few
Press the button once to reveal hidden information (solutions to puzzles, riddles, etc). Press the button the second time to conceal information.
This button is applicable only to teletext page with puzzles, riddles, etc.)
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Note
For Operating Voltage, Frequency, Power Consumption and Version Number, refer to the type number at the rear of the set.
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