Insignia User Guide

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Contents

CHILD SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

CAUTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Installing the stand or wall-mount bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Installing the stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Installing a wall-mount bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

TV components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

TV front and side controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Side controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Side and back jacks and ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Making connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

What connection should I use? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Connecting power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Connecting a cable or satellite box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Connecting an antenna or cable TV (no box) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Connecting a DVD or Blu-ray player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Connecting a VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Connecting a camcorder or game console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Connecting a computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Connecting a USB flash drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Connecting headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Connecting a basic home theater system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Connecting a home theater system with multiple devices . . . . . . . . 18

Using the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Installing remote control batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Aiming the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Turning on your TV for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20


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Understanding the basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Turning your TV on or off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Selecting the video input source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

On-screen menu overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Navigating the menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Selecting a channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Adjusting the volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Viewing channel information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Viewing system information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Adjusting the picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Adjusting the TV picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Adjusting the computer image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Adjusting the sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Adjusting sound settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Selecting the device connected to the AUDIO OUT jack . . . . . . . . . . 27

Playing TV audio only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Changing channel settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Automatically scanning for channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Hiding channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Setting up a favorite channel list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Viewing a favorite channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Adding or changing a channel label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Checking the digital signal strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Setting parental controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Setting or changing the password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Locking control buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Blocking unrated TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Setting parental control levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Downloading rating information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Using closed captioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Turning closed captioning on or off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Selecting the analog closed captioning mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Customizing digital closed captioning styles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Adjusting time settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Setting the sleep timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Adjusting menu settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Selecting the menu language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Turning Auto Input Sensing on or off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41


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Labeling an input source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Restoring settings to the defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Using INlink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Turning INlink on or off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Turning Device Auto Power Off on or off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Turning TV Auto Power On on or off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Turning Audio Receiver on or off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Displaying a list of INlink-compatible (HDMI CEC) devices . . . . . . . . 45

Waking INlink-compatible (HDMI CEC) devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Opening an INlink-compatible devices root menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Using a USB flash drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Switching to USB mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Browsing photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Viewing favorite photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Viewing photos in a slideshow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Customizing slideshow settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Maintaining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Cleaning the TV cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Cleaning the TV screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Video and audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Programming universal remote controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Programming a different universal remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Common universal remote control codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Legal notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

One-year limited warranty - Insignia Televisions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Definitions: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

How long does the coverage last? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

What does this warranty cover? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

How to obtain warranty service? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Where is the warranty valid? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

What does the warranty not cover? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56


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As you enjoy your new product, keep thesesafety tips in mind

The issueThe home theater entertainment experience is a growing trend, and larger TVs are popularpurchases. However, TVs are not always supported on the proper stands or installedaccording to the manufacturers recommendations. We and the consumer electronicsindustry are committed to making home entertainment enjoyable and safe.

TVs that are inappropriately placed on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, speakers, chests, or

carts may fall over and cause injury.

Tune into safety One size of TV stand does notfit all. Use only a TV stand

rated for the weight of your TV.

Carefully read and understand all enclosed instructionsfor proper use of this product.

Dont let children climb on or play with entertainmentsystem furniture and TVs.

Dont place TVs on furniture that can easily be used assteps, such as a crate or chest of drawers.

Remember that children can become excited whilewatching a program, especially on a larger-than-life TV.Make sure that you place or install the TV where it cannotbe pushed, pulled over, or knocked down.

Make sure that you route all cords and cables so that theycannot be pulled or grabbed by curious children.

Wall mountingIf you decide to wall mount your TV, always remember:

One size of wall mount does notfit all. Use only a wall mount rated for the weight ofyour TV and that has been recommended by this TV manufacturer, listed in this

manual, or otherwise listed by an independent laboratory as suitable for your TV. Follow all instructions supplied by the TV and wall mount manufacturers.

If you have any doubts about your ability to safely wall mount your TV, get help from aprofessional installer.

Make sure that the wall where you are mounting the TV isappropriate. Some wall mounts are not designed to bemounted to walls backed with steel studs or cinder blocks. Ifyou are unsure, ask a professional installer.

TVs can be heavy. At least two people are required for safe wall mount installation.

CHILD SAFETY

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Important SafetyInstructions

1 Read these instructions.

2 Keep these instructions.

3 Heed all warnings.

4 Follow all instructions.

5 Do not use this apparatus near water.

6 Clean only with dry cloth.

7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install inaccordance with the manufacturer'sinstructions.

8 Do not install near any heat sources such asradiators, heat registers, stoves, or otherapparatus (including amplifiers) that produceheat.

9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of thepolarized or grounding-type plug. A polarizedplug has two blades with one wider than theother. A grounding type plug has two bladesand a third grounding prong. The wide blade orthe third prong are provided for your safety. Ifthe provided plug does not fit into your outlet,consult an electrician for replacement of theobsolete outlet.

10 Protect the power cord from being walked on orpinched particularly at plugs, conveniencereceptacles, and the point where they exit fromthe apparatus.

11 Only use attachments/accessories specified bythe manufacturer.

12 Use only with the cart, stand,tripod, bracket, or table specifiedby the manufacturer, or sold withthe apparatus. When a cart is used,use caution when moving thecart/apparatus combination to avoid injury fromtip-over.

13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning stormsor when unused for long periods of time.

14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.Servicing is required when the apparatus hasbeen damaged in any way, such aspower-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid

has been spilled or objects have fallen into theapparatus, the apparatus has been exposed torain or moisture, does not operate normally, orhas been dropped.

15 The wall plug is the disconnecting device. Theplug must remain readily operable.

16 An apparatus with three-prong, grounding-typeplug is a Class I apparatus which needs to begrounded to prevent possible electric shock.Make sure that you connect the Class Iapparatus to a grounding-type, three-prongoutlet.

17 Remote control batteries should not be exposedto excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, or thelike.

18 The apparatus should not be exposed todripping or splashing and no objects filled withliquids, such as vases, should be placed on theapparatus.

WARNING

Electric shock hazard

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do notremove any cover or expose the device to rain ormoisture. No user-serviceable parts are inside. Referservicing to qualified service technicians.

Lightning

For added protection for your device receiverduring a lightning storm, or when it is leftunattended and unused for long periods of time,unplug it from the power outlet and disconnect anyantenna or cable system. This helps preventproperty damage and personal injury fromlightning and power line surges.

Power lines

An outside antenna system should not be located inthe vicinity of overhead power lines or other

electric light or power circuits, or where it can fallinto such power lines or circuits. When installing anoutside antenna system, extreme care should betaken to keep from touching such power lines orcircuits as contact with them might be fatal.

Handling the LCD panel

Your TVs screen is made of glass. Do not dropyour TV or hit, jolt, or press hard against the LCDpanel. If the screen breaks, be careful of brokenglass.

If the LCD panel is broken, make absolutely surethat you do not touch the liquid in the panel. Thismay cause skin inflammation.

If the liquid gets in your mouth, immediately

gargle, rinse, and consult with your doctor. Also, ifthe liquid gets in your eyes or touches your skin,consult with your doctor after rinsing for at least15 minutes or longer in clean water.

Replacement parts

When replacement parts are required, make surethat the service technician uses replacement partsspecified by the manufacturer that have the samecharacteristics as the original part. Unauthorizedsubstitutions may result in fire, electric shock,personal injury, or other hazards.

Safety check

After completing any service or repair to this device,ask the service technician to perform routine safetychecks to determine that your TV is in correctoperating condition.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPEN

This symbol indicates that dangerousvoltage constituting a risk of electricshock is present within your TV. Thislabel is located on the back of your TV.

This symbol indicates that there areimportant operating and maintenanceinstructions in the literatureaccompanying your TV.


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Power source

Operate your TV only from the type of power sourceindicated on the marking label. If you are not sureof the type of power supplied to your home, consultan electrician or your local power company.

Servicing

These servicing instructions are for use by qualified

service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electricshock, do not perform any servicing other than thatcontained in the operating instructions unless youare qualified to do so.

CAUTION

Damage requiring service

Unplug this TV from the power outlet and referservicing to qualified service personnel under thefollowing conditions:

When the power supply cord or plug is damagedor frayed.

If liquid has been spilled or objects have falleninto your TV.

If your TV has been exposed to rain or water.

If your TV does not operate normally by followingthe operating instructions. Adjust only thosecontrols that are covered by the operatinginstructions because incorrect adjustment ofother controls may result in damage and willoften require extensive work by a qualifiedtechnician to restore your TV to its normaloperation.

If your TV has been dropped or damaged in anyway.

When your TV exhibits a distinct change inperformance.

Outdoor antenna groundingIf an outside antenna or cable system is connectedto your TV, make sure that the antenna or cablesystem is grounded to provide some protectionagainst voltage surges and built-up static charges.Article 810 of the National Electrical Code,ANSI/NFPA No. 70, provides information withrespect to correct grounding of the mast andsupporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wireto an antenna discharge unit, size of groundingconductors, location of the antenna-discharge unit,connection to grounding electrodes, andrequirements for the grounding electrode.

Note to CATV system installer

Article 820 of the National Electrical Code,ANSI/NFPA No. 40 provides guidance for correctgrounding. Specifically, it states that the cableground must be connected to the groundingsystem of the building as close to the point of cableentry as practical.

Condensation

Moisture will form on the TV if the TV is broughtfrom cool surroundings into a warm room or if thetemperature of the room rises suddenly. When this

happens, the TV's performance may be impaired. Toprevent this, let the TV stand in its newsurroundings for about an hour before switching iton, or make sure that the room temperature risesgradually.

Condensation may also form during the summer ifthe TV is exposed to the breeze from an airconditioner. In such cases, change the location ofthe TV.

Mobile telephone warning

To avoid interference with your TV picture andsound, operating problems, or even damage, keepyour cordless and cellular telephones away fromthe TV.

End of life directives

Your TV contains tin-lead solder and a fluorescentlamp containing a small amount of mercury.Disposal of these materials may be regulated forenvironmental reasons. Your TV also containsmaterial that can be recycled and reused. Fordisposal or recycling information, contact your localauthorities to find a recycler in your area.

Non-active pixels

The LCD panel contains almost 3 million thin filmtransistors, which provide exceptionally sharp videoquality. Occasionally, a few non-active pixels may

appear on the screen as a fixed blue, green, or redpoint. These non-active pixels do not adverselyaffect the performance of your TV, and are notconsidered defects.

Antenna lead-in wire

Grounding clamp

Antenna discharge unit

Grounding conductors

Ground clamps

Power service grounding electrode system

Electric service equipment

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NS-39L240A13 Insignia 39" LCD TV


Insignia 39" LCD TV

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of a high-qualityInsignia product. Your NS-39L240A13 representsthe state of the art in LCD TV design and is designedfor reliable and trouble-free performance.

Installing the stand orwall-mount bracket

Installing the stand

To install the stand:

1 Carefully place your TV screen face-down on acushioned, clean surface to protect the screenfrom damages and scratches.

2 Secure the stand column to the back of the TVwith the two M4 and two T4 screws provided.

3 Make sure that the wide portion of the standfaces the front of your TV, then align the standwith the stand column and secure the stand to

the TV with the four M5 screws provided.

Installing a wall-mount bracket

To attach your TV to a wall-mount bracket:1 Carefully place your TV screen face-down on a

cushioned, clean surface to protect the screenfrom damages and scratches.

2 Remove the screws that secure the standcolumn to the TV screen, then remove the standcolumn.

Notes

If you plan to wall-mount your TV, do not installthe stand.

Store the stand and stand screws in case youdecide to use the stand in the future.

Screw type Screw length # of screws

M4 10 mm 2

T4 12 mm 2

T4 screws

M4 screws

Stand column

Screw type Screw length # of screws

M5 8 mm 4

Warning

This TV is intended to be supported by a UL Listedwall mount bracket with suitable weight/load. (SeeMiscellaneous on page 53.)

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3 Attach the wall-mount bracket to your TV usingthe mounting holes on the back of your TV. Seethe instructions that came with the wall-mountbracket for information about how to correctlyhang your TV.

TV componentsPackage contents

Remote control and batteries (2 AAA)

Stand with screws (4) AC power cord

Quick Setup Guide

Important Information

TV front and side controls

Side controls

Note The length of the wall-mount screws vary

depending on the wall-mount bracket youpurchased. See the instructions that came withthe wall-mount bracket for screw lengths.

The mounting holes on the back of your TV taketype M6 screws.

15.75 in. (400 mm)

7.8

7in.

(200mm)

Wall-mount brackets

# Item Description

Remote control sensor Receives signals from the remote control. Do not block.

Power indicatorLights red when your TV is in standby mode. For moreinformation, see Turning your TV on or off onpage 22.

# Item Description

MENUPress to open the on-screen menu. For moreinformation, see Navigating the menus on page 23.

INPUT

Press to open the INPUT SOURCElist, press CH orCH to select a video input source, then pressVOL+or VOL. For more information, see Selectingthe video input source on page 22.

VOL+/ VOL Press to increase or decre ase the vol ume.

CH /CH

Press to go to the next or previous channel in thechannel list. For more information, see Selecting achannel on page 23.

(power)

Press to turn your TV on or off ( standby mode). When

your TV is off, power still flows through it. Tocompletely disconnect power, unplug the power cord.

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C O A X I A L

V I D E O

AUDIO

L

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OMPON NTIN

YV IN

HDMI ARC

P C I N

VG A P C / DVI AUDIO

/AUDIO O UT

Side

Back

# Item Description

/AUDIO OUT

Connect headphones, an analog audio amplifier, ahome theater system, or a sound bar to this jack. Formore information, see Using analog audio onpage 18.

When you connect a device to this jack a screen opensthat lets you select the connected device. For moreinformation, see Selecting the device connected tothe AUDIO OUT jack on page 27.

VGA and PC/DVI AUDIO

Connect a computer to these jacks. For moreinformation, see Connecting a computer on page 15.

OR

Connect the audio for a DVI device to thePC/DVI AUDIO jack. For more information, see UsingDVI (same as HDMI but requires a sound connection)on page 10or page 13.

L/R AUDIO

The component video jacks(COMPONENTIN Y/PB/PR) share these audio jackswith the composite video jack (AVIN VIDEO).

Connect the audio for a component video device tothese jacks. For more information, see Usingcomponent video (better) on page 10or 13.

ORConnect the audio for a composite video device tothese jacks. For more information, see Usingcomposite video (good) on page 11or 14.

USB

Connect a USB flash drive to this jack to viewcompatible JPEG picture files. For more information,see Connecting a USB flash drive on page 16andUsing a USB flash drive on page 46.

COMPONENT IN Y/PB/PR

OR

AV IN VIDEO

Connect the video for a component video device tothese jacks. For more information, see Usingcomponent video (better) on page 10or 13.

OR

Connect the video for a composite video device toAV IN Y/VIDEOjack. For more information, see Usingcomposite video (good) on page 11or 14.

DIGITAL OUTPUT(COAXIAL)

Connect a digital audio amplifier or home theatersystem to this jack to listen to TV audio through theamplifier speakers. For more information, see Usingdigital audio on page 17.

HDMI 3Connect an HDMI device to this jack. For moreinformation see Using HDMI (best) on page 9 or 12.

HDMI 2 (ARC)

Connect an HDMI device to this jack. For moreinformation see Using HDMI (best) on page 9 or 12.

If you have an AV receiver with the ARC feature,connect it to this jack for best performance.

HDMI 1 (DVI)

Connect an HDMI device to this jack. For moreinformation see Using HDMI (best) on page 9 or 12.

OR

Connect the video for a DVI device to this jack. Formore information, see Using DVI (same as HDMI but

requires a sound connection) on page 10or 13.

ANT/CABLE IN

Connect an antenna or cable TV to this jack. For moreinformation, see Connecting an antenna or cable TV(no box) on page 12.

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Remote control

# Button Description

(power)

Press to turn your TV on or off (standby mode). Whenyour TV is off, power still flows through it. Todisconnect power, unplug the power cord.

Quick Launch Inputs

TVPress to select your TV as the input source.

VIDEOPress to select the device connected to theCOMPONENT INjacks or AV IN VIDEOjack.

HDMIPress one or more times to select the deviceconnected to the HDMI 1 (DVI), HDMI 2 (ARC), or

HDMI3jack.ACCHas no function.

NumbersPress to enter channel numbers and the parentalcontrol password.

Press to enter a digital sub-channel number. For moreinformation, see Selecting a channel on page23.

ENTER Press to confirm selections or changes.

MENU Press to open the on-screen menu.

EXIT Press to close the on-screen menu.

INPUT

Press to open the INPUT SOURCElist, then pressoron the remote control to select the video input

source. For more information, see Selecting the videoinput source on page 22.

CH-LIST Press to open the channel list.

*

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

/MUTEPress to mute the sound. Press again to restore thesound.

VOL+/ Press to increase or decrease the volume.

SLEEP

Press to set the sleep timer. You can select Off, 5, 10,15, 30, 60, 90, 120, 180, or 240minutes. For moreinformation, see Setting the sleep timer on page 40.

ZOOMPress to select the aspect ratio. For more information,see Aspect ratio options on page 25.

(return) Press to return to the previous channel.

Press to navigate in on-screen menus and to adjustsettings.

HOME Press to open the on-screen menu.

INFO

Press to display TV status information, such as thechannel number, channel name (if available), or signalsource. For more information, see Viewing channelinformation on page 24.

CCD

Press to turn closed captioning on or off. You can selectCC Off, CC On, or CC on When Mute. For moreinformation, see Turning closed captioning on or off

on page 37.

FAVORITEPress to open the Favoritechannel list. For moreinformation, see Setting up a favorite channel list onpage 30and Viewing a favorite channel on page 30.

CH /CHPress to change TV channels. For more information,see Selecting a channel on page 23.

PICTURE

Press to select the picture mode. You can select Vivid,Standard, Theater, Energy Savings, or Custom.For more information, see Picture Mode inAdjusting the TV picture on page 24.

MTS/SAP

Press to select the audio mode for an analog program.You can select:

STEREOSelect this option for programsbroadcast in stereo.

MONOSelect this option if there is noiseor static on weak stereo broadcasts.

SAPSelect this option to listen to asecondary audio program, if available.

AUDIO

Press to select the sound mode. You can selectStandard, Theater, Music, News, or Custom. Formore information, see Sound Mode in Adjustingsound settings on page 26.

INlink ControlsPress to control INlink-compatible (HDMI CEC) devices.For more information, see Using INlink on page 42.

# Button Description

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11

12

13

14

15

16

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18

19

20

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Making connectionsWhat connection should I use?

Your TV has several connection types forconnecting devices to your TV.

For the best video quality, you should connect a

device to the best available connection.Use the following tables to identify cables:

You can use the HDMI 1 (DVI)jack on your TV toconnect a DVI device to your TV. You need to attachan HDMI-to-DVI adapter to the end of the HDMIcable that connects to the DVI device.

Connection typeand jack

Video quality Cable connector

HDMIvideo/audio

Best (use thisif your devices

have HDMI)

Componentvideo (requires

an audioconnection)

Better thancomposite or

coaxial

Composite video(requires an

audio

connection) Better thancoaxial

Coaxialvideo/audio

Good

Connection typeand jack

Cable connectors

Coaxial digitalaudio

Analog audio

Cautions

Check the jacks for position and type beforemaking any connections.

Loose connections can result in image or colorproblems. Make sure that all connections aretight and secure.

The external audio/video equipment shownmay be different from your equipment. If youhave questions, refer to the documentation that

came with your equipment. Always unplug the power cord when

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Connecting power

To connect the power:

Plug the AC power cord into the AC INjack on theback of your TV, then plug the other end of thecord into a power outlet.

Connecting a cable or satellite box

Many cable or satellite TV boxes have more thanone connection type. To get the best video, youshould use the best connection type available. Formore information, see What connection should Iuse? on page 8.

Using HDMI (best)

To connect a cable or satellite box using HDMI:

1 Make sure that your TVs power cord isunplugged, and all connected equipment isturned off.

2 Connect the incoming cable from the cable walljack to the cable-in jack on the cable or satellitebox.

3 Connect an HDMI cable (not provided) to one ofthe HDMIjacks on the side of your TV and to theHDMIOUTjack on the cable or satellite box.

4 Plug your TVs power cord into a power outlet,turn on your TV, then turn on the cable orsatellite box.

5 Go through the Setup Wizard on page 20.

Cautions Your TV should only be operated from the

power source indicated on the label. Always unplug the AC power cord from the

power outlet when you will not be using yourTV for an extended period of time.

Note

An HDMI cable carries both audio and video. You donot need to use any audio cables.

HDMI cable

Cable or satellite box

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Using DVI (same as HDMI but requires a soundconnection)

To connect a cable or satellite box using DVI:



3 Connect an HDMI-DVI adapter (not provided) toone end of an HDMI cable (not provided), thenconnect the adapter to the DVI OUTjack on thecable or satellite box.

4 Connect the other end of the cable to theHDMI 1 (DVI)jack on the side of your TV.

5 Connect a 3.5mm audio cable (not provided) tothe PC/DVI AUDIOjack on the back of your TVand to the AUDIO OUTjacks on the cable orsatellite box.



Using component video (better)

To connect a cable or satellite box usingcomponent video:

1 Make sure that your T Vs power cord isunplugged, and all connected equipment isturned off.


3 Connect a component video cable (notprovided) to the COMPONENT INY/PB/PRvideo jacks on the side of your TV and thecomponent video out jacks on the cable orsatellite box.

4 Connect an audio cable (not provided) to theL/R AUDIOjackson the side of your TV and tothe audio out jacks on the cable or satellite TVbox.



Note

When you connect the audio using thePC/DVI AUDIOjack, the audio output is analog.


HDMI cable withHDMI-DVI adapter

Audiocable

Side of TV

Back of TV

Note

The COMPONENT IN video jacks share theaudio jacks with the AV IN VIDEOjack.

When you connect the audio using the L/RAUDIOjacks, the audio output is analog.

AudiocableCable or satellite box

Cables are oftencolor-coded to matchcolor-coded jacks.

Component video cable

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Using composite video (good)

To connect a cable or satellite box usingcomposite video:



3 Connect an A/V cable (not provided) to theAV IN VIDEOjack and L/RAUDIOjacks on theside of your TV and to the composite video andaudio out jacks on the cable or satellite box.



Using coaxial (good)

To connect a cable or satellite box using coaxial:

1 Make sure that your T Vs power cord isunplugged, and all connected equipment isturned off.


3 Connect a coaxial cable (not provided) to theANT/CABLE INjack on the side of your TV andto the coaxial out jack on the cable or satellitebox.



Note

The AV IN VIDEOjack shares the audio jackswith the COMPONENT IN video jacks.

When you connect the audio using theL/R AUDIOjacks, the audio output is analog.


A/Vca

ble

Cables are often color-codedto match color-coded jacks.

Note:The yellow videoconnector on the AV cableconnects to the greenAVIN VIDEOjack.

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Notes Use a coaxial cable to eliminate interference and

noise from radio waves. Do not bundle the coaxial cable with the power

cord or other cables.


Coaxial cable

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Connecting an antenna or cable TV (no box)

To connect an antenna or cable TV (no box):


2 Connect a coaxial cable to the ANT/CABLE INjack on the side of your TV and to the antenna orcable TV wall jack.

3 Plug your TVs power cord into a power outlet,then turn on your TV.


Connecting a DVD or Blu-ray player

Using HDMI (best)

To connect a DVD or Blu-ray player using HDMI:

1 Make sure that your T Vs power cord isunplugged and the DVD or Blu-ray player isturned off.

2 Connect an HDMI cable (not provided) to one ofthe HDMIjacks on the side of your TV and to theHDMI OUTjack on the DVD or Blu-ray player.


4 Turn on the DVD or Blu-ray player, then set it tothe correct output mode. For more information,see the documentation that came with theplayer.

5 Press INPUTto open the INPUT SOURCE list.

6 Pressor to highlight HDMI 1, HDMI 2, orHDMI 3, then press ENTER.

Notes

Use a coaxial cable to eliminate interference andnoise from radio waves.

Do not bundle the coaxial cable with the powercord or other cables.

If the antenna is not installed correctly, contactqualified service personnel to correct theproblem.

If the signal level for a channel is weak, thepicture may be distorted. Adjust the antenna oruse a highly directional outdoor or set-topantenna with a built-in amplifier.

If the picture quality is good on some channelsand poor on others, the problem may be caused

by a poor or weak signal from the broadcasteror cable TV provider.

If you connect to cable or satellite TV without aset-top box and experience poor picture quality,you may need to install a set-top box to improvesignal reception and picture quality. Contactyour cable or satellite TV provider aboutupgrading to a set-top box.

Many high-definition (HD) channels upscalestandard-definition (SD) content. The picturedisplayed on your TV is still displayed as SD, thusthe picture quality will not be as clear or crisp asit would be if the content was originallyrecorded in HD.

Coaxial cable

Antenna or

cable TV (no box)

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Note

You can also press HDMIrepeatedly to select theDVD or Blu-ray player.

DVD or Blu-ray player

HDMI cable

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Using DVI (same as HDMI but requires a soundconnection)

To connect a DVD or Blu-ray player using DVI:

1 Make sure that your TVs power cord isunplugged and the DVD or Blu-ray player isturned off.

2 Connect an HDMI-DVI adapter (not provided) toone end of an HDMI cable (not provided), thenconnect the adapter to the DVI OUTjack on theDVD or Blu-ray player.

3 Connect the other end of the cable to theHDMI 1(DVI)jack on the side of your TV.

4 Connect a 3.5mm audio cable (not provided) tothe PC/DVI AUDIOjack on the back of your TVand to the AUDIO OUTjacks on the DVD orBlu-ray player.




8 Pressor to select HDMI 1, then pressENTER.

Using component video (better)

To connect a DVD or Blu-ray player usingcomponent video:

1 Make sure that your T Vs power cord isunplugged and the DVD or Blu-ray player isturned off.

2 Connect a component video cable (notprovided) to the COMPONENT IN Y/PB/PRjackson the side of your TV and to the COMPONENTOUTjacks on the component video device.

3 Connect an audio cable to the L/R AUDIOjackson the side of your TV and to the L/RAUDIOOUTjacks on the DVD or Blu-ray player.



6 Press INPUTto open the INPUT SOURCE list.7 Pressor to select COMP/AV, then press

ENTER.

Note

You can also press HDMIone or more times to selectthe DVD or Blu-ray player.


HDMI cable withHDMI-DVI adapter

Audio cable

Side of TV

Back of TV

Notes

The COMPONENT IN video jacks share theaudio jacks with the AV IN VIDEOjack.


Note

You can also press VIDEOto select the DVD or Blu-rayplayer.

Component video cable

Audio cable

Cables are often color-codedto match color-coded jacks.


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Using composite video (good)

To connect a DVD or Blu-ray player usingcomposite video:

1 Make sure that your TVs power cord isunplugged and the DVD or Blu-ray player isturned off.

2 Connect an AV cable (not provided) to theAV IN VIDEOjack and L/R AUDIOjacks on theside of your TV and to the AV OUTjacks on theDVD or Blu-ray player.




6 Pressor to selectCOMP/AV, then pressENTER.

Connecting a VCR

To connect a VCR:

1 Make sure that your T Vs power cord isunplugged and the VCR is turned off.

2 Connect an AV cable (not provided) to theAV IN-VIDEOand L/R AUDIOjacks on the sideof your TV and to the AV OUTjacks on the VCR.

3 Plug your TVs power cord into a power outlet,then turn on your TV and the VCR.


5 Pressor to select COMP/AV, then pressENTER.

6 Insert a videotape in the VCR, then press PLAYon the VCR.

Note The AV IN VIDEOjack shares the audio jacks

with the COMPONENT INvideo jacks. When you connect the audio using the

L/R AUDIOjacks, the audio output is analog.

Notes

You can also press VIDEOto select the DVD or Blu-rayplayer.


Cables are often color-coded to matchcolor-coded jacks.Note:The yellow video connector onthe AV cable connects to the greenAVIN VIDEOjack.

AV cable

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Note

The AV IN VIDEOjack shares the audio jackswith the COMPONENT INvideo jacks.


Note

You can also press VIDEOto select the VCR.

VCR

Cables are often color-coded tomatch color-coded jacks.Note:The yellow video connectoron the AV cable connects to thegreen AVIN VIDEOjack.

AV cable

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Connecting a camcorder or game console

To connect a camcorder or game console:

1 Make sure that your TVs power cord isunplugged and the camcorder or game consoleis turned off.

2 Connect an AV cable (not provided) to theAV IN VIDEOjack and L/R AUDIOjacks on theside of your TV and to the AV OUTjacks on thecamcorder or game console.


4 Turn on the camcorder or game console, thenset it to the correct output mode. For moreinformation, see the documentation that camewith the camcorder or game console.


6 Pressor to select COMP/AV, then pressENTER.

Connecting a computer

Using VGA

To connect a computer using VGA:

1 Make sure that your T Vs power cord isunplugged and the computer is turned off.

2 Connect a VGA cable (not provided) to the VGA

jack on the back of your TV and to the VGAjackon the computer.

3 Connect an audio cable with a stereo mini plug(not included) to the PC/DVI AUDIOjack on theback of your TV and to the AUDIO OUTjack onthe computer.

4 Plug your TVs power cord into a power outlet,then turn on your TV and the computer.


6 Pressor to select VGA, then press ENTER.

7 Adjust the display properties on the computer,if necessary.

Note

If your camcorder or game console has an HDMIconnection, we recommend that you use the HDMIconnection to get the best quality possible.

Note

The AV IN VIDEOjack shares the L/R AUDIOjacks with the COMPONENT INvideojacks.


Notes

You can also press VIDEOto select the camcorder orgame console.

Cables are often color-coded to

match color-coded jacks.Note:The yellow video connectoron the AV cable connects to thegreen AVIN VIDEOjack.

Camcorder orgame console

AV cable

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Audiocablewith

stereominiplug

VGA cable

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Using HDMI

To connect a computer using HDMI:

1 Make sure that your TVs power cord isunplugged and the computer is turned off.

2 Connect an HDMI cable (not provided) to one ofthe HDMIjacks on the side of your TV and to theHDMI OUTjack on the computer.

3 Plug your TVs power cord into a power outlet,then turn on your TV and the computer.


5 Pressor to highlight HDMI 1, HDMI 2, or

HDMI 3then press ENTER.

6 Adjust the display properties on the computer,if necessary.

Connecting a USB flash drive

To connect a USB flash drive:

1 Plug a USB flash drive into the USBport on theside of your TV.

2 Turn on your TV.


4 Pressor to select USB, then press ENTER.

Note

You can also press HDMIrepeatedly to select thecomputer.

Side of TV

HDMI cable

Caution

Do not remove the USB flash drive or turn off the TVwhile using the USB flash drive. You may lose data ordamage the USB flash drive.

NoteThe JPEG picture viewer only supports JPEG formatimages (with .jpg file extensions) and not all JPEGfiles are compatible with your TV.

For more information, see Using a USB flash driveon page 46.

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Connecting headphones

The TV speakers are muted when headphones areattached.

To connect headphones:

Connect the headphones to the/AUDIO OUTjack on the back of your TV.

When you connect headphones, a screenopens that lets you select the headphones. Formore information, see Selecting the deviceconnected to the AUDIO OUT jack onpage 27.

Connecting a basic home theater system

Using digital audio

To connect a basic home theater system usingdigital audio:

1 Make sure that your T Vs power cord isunplugged and the home theater system is

turned off.2 Connect a digital coaxial audio cable (not

provided) to the DIGITAL OUTPUT (COAXIAL)jack on the side of your TV and to the coaxialAUDIO INjack on the digital home theatersystem.

Warning

Loud noise can damage your hearing. When usingheadphones, use the lowest volume setting on yourheadphones that still lets you hear the sound.

Note

You can connect an amplifier, home theater system,or sound bar to the /AUDIOOUTjack. If you wantto connect an amplifier, home theater system, orsound bar, you need to disconnect the headphones.

Back of TV

Digital coaxialaudio cable

Home theater system

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Using analog audio

To connect a home theater system using analogaudio:

1 Make sure that your TVs power cord isunplugged and the home theater system isturned off.

2 Connect a 3.5mm audio cable (not provided) tothe /AUDIO OUTjack on the back of your TVand to the AUDIO INjacks on the analog hometheater system.

When you connect a home theater system tothe /AUDIO OUTjack, a screen opens that letsyou select the home theater system and specifywhich remote control you want to use to controlthe volume. For more information, seeSelecting the device connected to the AUDIOOUT jack on page 27.

Connecting a home theater system withmultiple devices

The connections you make depend on the videoand audio jacks available on your devices. Refer tothe documentation that came with your devices forconnection information.

Just remember to use the best connection typesavailable for the best picture and sound. Forinformation about connection types, see Whatconnection should I use? on page 8.

Note

You can connect headphones, an amplifier, a hometheater system, or a sound bar to the /AUDIO OUT

jack. If you want to use headphones, you need todisconnect the amplifier, home theater system, orsound bar.

3.5mmaudio cable

Home theater system

Back of TV

Blu-ray player/DVD player/VCR Cable/satellite box

AV receiver

Camcorder/game console

USB flash drive

Computer

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Using the remote controlInstalling remote control batteries

To install remote control batteries:

1 While pressing the release latch on the back ofthe remote control, lift the batterycompartment cover off the remote control.

2 Insert two AAA batteries into the batterycompartment. Make sure that you match the +and symbols on the batteries with the + and symbols in the battery compartment.

3 Replace the battery compartment cover.

Aiming the remote control

To aim the remote control:

Point the remote control towards the remotesensor on the front of your TV.

Cautions Batteries should not be exposed to excessive

heat, such as sunshine, heat registers, or fire. Battery chemicals can cause a rash. If the

batteries leak, clean the battery compartmentwith a cloth. If chemicals touch your skin, washimmediately.

Make sure that batteries are disposed ofcorrectly. Do not burn or incinerate.

Notes

Do not mix batteries of different types. Do not mix old and new batteries. Remove batteries when the charge is depleted. If the remote control is not going to be used for

an extended period of time, remove thebatteries.

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Turning on your TV for thefirst time

The first time you turn on your TV, the Setup Wizardopens. The Setup Wizard guides you throughsetting up basic settings including the menulanguage, time setting, picture mode, TV signalsource, and the channel list.

To set up your TV:

1 Make sure that you have:

Installed the remote control batteries. (Seepage 19for details).

Connected an antenna, cable TV, or satelliteTV. (See page 9through 12for details.)

Connected the power cord. (See page 9fordetails.)

2 Press (power) to turn on your TV. The ChooseYour Menu Languagescreen opens.

3 Pressor to highlight the language youwant, then press ENTER. The Choose Your TimeSettingscreen opens.

4 Pressor to highlight Mode, then press or to select Manual(to set the date andtime manually) or Auto(to set the date and timeautomatically from a TV signal source based onthe time zone you select).

5 Pressorto highlight Time Zone, then pressor to select your time zone. You can selectEastern, Central, Mountain, Pacific, Alaska,Hawaii, Newfoundland, or Atlantic.

6 Pressor to highlight Daylight Savings,then press or to select On(if your viewingarea observes Daylight Savings Time) or Off(ifyour viewing area does not observe DaylightSavings Time).

7 If you selected Manualfor Mode, set the dateby pressing or to highlight Year, Month, orDay, then pressing or to adjust the setting.

8 If you selected Manualfor Mode, set the timeby pressing or to highlight Time, thenpressing or to select the hour, minute, orAM/PM field. Press or to adjust the setting.

9 Press ENTER. The Choose Your Picture Modescreen opens.

10 Pressor to highlight Home Modeor RetailMode, then press ENTER.

If you selectedRetail Mode, a message appears.

Select Yesto continue using Retail Mode, orselect Noto change your selection, then pressENTER.

The Choose Your TV Sourcescreen opens.

Note

If you select Auto, the displayed time will beincorrect until your TV gets the correct time from a

TV signal source.

oror

English

ChooseourMenuanguage

Move OKENTER

MENU EX IT ExitPreviousSelect

SetmenulanguagetoEnglish, or

Fran ais

Espaol

Fran ais Espaol

Move OKENTER


Choose Your Time Setting

Mode Auto

TimeZone Atlantic

DaylightSavings On

Year

Month October

Day

Time AM

Ifautomatic optionsareautomaticallysetbyTVsource

Move OKENTER


ChooseYour Picture Mode

Reducestotalpowerconsumption

HomeModeRetailMode

ChooseYourTVSource

Antenna

Cable

SatelliteBox

Move OKENTER

MENU EXIT ExitPreviousSelect

SelectifusinganantennaforstandardorHDTV


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12 To watch TV, press INPUT, pressor tohighlight the video input source for your TV inthe INPUT SOURCElist, then press ENTER.

If your TV is connected to an antenna, cable TV(no box), or cable or satellite TV box using acoaxial cable, select TV.

If your TV is connected to a cable or satellitebox using an HDMI cable or HDMI cable with aDVI adapter, select HDMI1, HDMI2, orHDMI 3.

If your TV is connected to a cable or satellitebox using a component video cable, selectCOMP/AV.

If your TV is connected to a cable or satellitebox using a composite video cable, selectCOMP/AV.

Understanding the basicsTurning your TV on or off

To turn your TV on or off:1 Make sure that the power cord is connected to a

power outlet.

2 Press (power) to turn on your TV.

3 Press (power) again to turn off your TV. YourTV enters standby mode, and the powerindicator LED turns red.

Selecting the video input source

To select the video input source:

1 Turn on your TV, then press INPUT. The INPUTSOURCElist opens.

2 Pressorto select a video input source, thenpress ENTER.

You can also press a direct input button to selectthe video input source.

Press TVto select TV (if your TV is connected to anantenna, cable TV (no box), or cable or satellite TVusing a coaxial cable).

Press VIDEOto select component or A/V input.

PressHDMIone or more times to cycle betweenthe HDMI inputs.

On-screen menu overview

Picture menu (TV mode)

Audio menu (TV mode)

Warning

When your TV is in standby mode, it is still receivingpower. To completely disconnect power, unplug thepower cord.

Note

If your TV does not receive an input signal for severalminutes, it automatically goes into standby mode.

TV

HDMI1

HDMI2

USB

INPUT SOURCE

VGA

COMP/AV

HDMI3

Notes Depending on the signal source selected, you

may see different options on your screen. Thefollowing menus are shown in TV mode (exceptthe Photosmenu).

Menu items that are not selectable are grayedout.

Menus in this manual are described in TV mode,unless otherwise indicated.

The screens shown in this manual are forexplanation purposes and may vary from theactual screens on your TV.

Move OK

ENTER MENU EXIT ExitPreviousSelect

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

PicturePicture Mode

BrightnessContrastColorTint

Custom

60

Sharpness

Advanced Video

Reset Pictu re Settings

6060 0

50

Picture Channels Settings PhotosAudio


Move OKENTER


Adjust settings to affect sound quality

AudioSound Mode

Balance

Standard

Advanced Audio

Reset Audio Settings

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Playing TV audio only

You can turn off the picture on your TV and listen tothe program audio only.

To play TV audio only:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.

2 Pressor to highlight Channels, then pressor ENTER. The Channelsmenu opens.

3 Pressor to highlight Audio Only, thenpress ENTER.

4 Pressor to select On.

5 Press MENUto return to the previous menu, orpress EXITto close the menu.

Changing channel settingsAutomatically scanning for channels

When you scan for channels, your TV searches forchannels with signals and stores the channelinformation in the channel list. When you press

CH or CH , your TV goes to the next orprevious channel in the channel list.

If the TV signal source changes, for example youchange from an outdoor antenna to cable TV (nobox), you need to scan for channels.

To automatically scan for channels:



Notes

Audio Onlyworks only when the input source isTV, and your TV is receiving a broadcast signal.

To exit audio only mode, press any button.When you exit audio only mode, the AudioOnlyoption is automatically reset to Off.

Move OKENTER



PicturePicture Mode


Custom

60

Sharpness

Advanced Video


6060 0

50


Move OKENTER


Play the audio with the picture turned off

ChannelsAuto Channel Search

Add/Skip ChannelsFavoritesChannel LabelsChannel StrengthAudio Only

Auto Zoom

PBS-HD

Off

On

Picture ChannelsSettings PhotosAudioMove OK



PicturePicture Mode

BrightnessContrast

ColorTint

Custom

60

Sharpness

Advanced Video


60

60 0

50


Move OKENTER


Automatically search for channels, press ENTER key to submenu


Add/Skip ChannelsFavoritesChannel Labels PBS-HDChannel StrengthAudio Only

Auto ZoomOff

On

Picture ChannelsSettingsPhotosAudio


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3 Pressorto highlight Auto Channel Search,then press ENTER. The Channels-Auto ChannelSearchscreen opens.

4 Pressor to highlight Antenna, Cable, orSatellite Box, then press ENTER.

A If you select Antenna, your TV scans foravailable channels. The scan may takeseveral minutes.

B If you select Cable, a message asks if youhave a cable box:

Select No, then press ENTERif no cablebox is connected. Your TV scans foravailable channels. The scan may takeseveral minutes.

Select Yes, then press ENTERif a cable boxis connected. A message asks how youconnected the cable box to your TV:

Select AV, Component, or HDMI, then

press ENTERif you connected a cablebox to your TV using one of thesecables. Read the message, then pressENTERto close the wizard.

Select Coaxial, then press ENTERif youconnected a cable box to your TV usinga coaxial cable. Read the message, thenpress ENTERto start the channel scan(VHF channels only).

C If you select Satellite Box, a message askshow you connected the satellite box to your

TV:

Select AV, Component, or HDMI, thenpress ENTERif you connected a satellite

box to your TV using one of these cables.Read the message, then press ENTERtoclose the wizard.

Select Coaxial, then press ENTERif youconnected a satellite box to your TV usinga coaxial cable. Read the message, thenpress ENTERto start the channel scan (VHFchannels only).

Hiding channels

You can hide channels in the channel list. When youpress CH or CH , your TV skips the hiddenchannels. You can still tune to a hidden channel bypressing the number buttons for the channel.

To hide channels:



3 Pressor to highlight Add/Skip Channels,then press ENTER. The Channels-Add/SkipChannels screen opens.

Move OKENTER


Select if using an antenna for standard or HD TV.

Channels-Auto Channel Search

Choose Your TV Source

Antenna

Cable

Satellite Box


Move OKENTER



PicturePicture Mode


Custom

60

Sharpness

Advanced Video


6060 0

50


Move OKENTER


Manually add and skip channels in your program list



Auto ZoomOff

On


Move OKENTER


Manually add and skip channels in your program list

Channels-Add/Skip Channels1.1 - CH1

2.0

2.2 PBS-HD

6.0

7.0

21.023.0

24.025.069.0

12.0

14.0

69.1 - TBT -DT

1.2 Sencore

2.1 WGBH-SD

19.0



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3 Pressor to highlight Channel Labels, thenpress ENTER. The Channels-Channel Labelsscreen opens with the channel number field

highlighted.

4 Pressor to select the channel you want tolabel, then press to move to the channel labelfield.

5 Pressor to select a character, then pressor to move to the previous or next characterposition. Repeat this step to enter additionalcharacters. You can enter as many as 11

characters.

6 When you have completed the label, pressMENU.

7 Press EXITto close the menu.

Checking the digital signal strength

You can check the digital signal strength todetermine if you need to adjust your antenna or

digital cable input. The higher the signal strength,the less likely you are to experience picturedegradation.

To check the digital signal strength:



3 Pressor to highlight Channel Strength,then press ENTER. The signal strength meter isdisplayed.


Move OKENTER



Add/Skip Channels

FavoritesChannel Labels PBS-HDChannel StrengthAudio Only

Auto ZoomOff

On

Create labels for channels, up to 11 characters. Use blankcharacter to create a space


Move OK


Channels-Channel Labels

Create labels for channels, up to 11 characters. Use blank

CH 2.1

character to create a space

PBS-HD


Move OKENTER


Channels-Channel Labels

CH 2.1

Create labels for channels, up to 11 characters. Use blank

WGBH-SD

character to create a space


Move OKENTER



PicturePicture Mode


Custom

60

Sharpness

Advanced VideoReset Pictu re Settings

6060 0

50


Move OKENTER


Display signal strength of selected digital channels



Auto ZoomOff

On


Channel StrengthCH 2.1 0 100

Now 100%

Peak 100%


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Setting parental controlsSetting or changing the password

Parental controls let you prevent your children fromwatching inappropriate material on TV. When set,parental controls read the rating of the program

(with some exceptions, such as news and sports)and deny access to programs that exceed theratings level you select. To watch programs thatexceed the selected rating, you must enter apassword.

To set or change the password:


2 Pressor to highlight Settings, then press or ENTER. The Settingsmenu opens withParental Controlshighlighted.

3 Press ENTER. The Enter Passwordscreen opens.

4 Press the number buttons to enter the four-digitpassword. The default password is 0000. Youshould change the password to a number youcan remember. The Parental Controlsmenu

opens.

5 Pressor to highlight Change Password,then press ENTER. The Settings-ParentalControls-Change Passwordscreen opens.

Move OKENTER



PicturePicture Mode

BrightnessContrast

ColorTint

Custom

60

Sharpness

Advanced Video


60

60 0 50


Move OKENTER


Set TV parental controls

Settings

Parental Controls

Closed CaptionTimeMenu LanguageAuto Input Sensing OffInput Labels

INlink

Computer Settings

System Info

Reset to Default

English


Move OKENTER


Settings-Parental Controls

Enter your 4-digit password. Default is 0000. Please change your

Enter Password

-

password.


Move OK


Button Lock

Block Unrated TV

USA Parental Locks

Canadian Parental Locks

RRT5

Reset RRT5

Change Password

Enter a new 4-digit password then re-enter it to confirm


Off

Off


Move OKENTER


Settings-Parental Controls-Change Password

Enter a new 4-digit password then re-enter it to confirm

Enter New Password

- Confirm New Password



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4 Press the number buttons to enter the four-digitpassword. The Settings-Parental Controlsmenuopens.

5 Pressor to highlight Block Unrated TV,then press ENTER.

6 Pressor to select On(to block unrated TV)or Off(to unblock unrated TV).

7 Press MENUto return to the previous menu, or

press EXITto close the menu.

Setting parental control levels

You can set parental controls for the U.S. andCanada.

U.S. rating levels

Some of the age-based TV Parental Guidelinesratings also have content-based ratings.

Canadian rating levels

Move OKENTER



Settings

Parental Controls


INlink

Computer Settings

System Info

Reset to Default

English


Move OKENTER




Enter Password

-

password.


Move OKENTER


Button Lock

Block Unrated TV

USA Parental Locks


RRT5

Reset RRT5

Change Password

Block TV programs that do not have a rating


On

Off


U.S. TV ratings

NONE Not ratedTV-Y All children

TV-Y7 Suitable for children 7 and older

TV-G General audiences

TV-PG Parental guidance suggested

T V-14 Parental guidance strongly suggested

TV-MA Mature audiences only

U.S. TV content ratings

All All ratings are blockedFV Fantasy violence

L Strong language

S Sexual situations

V Violence

D Suggestive dialog

U.S. movie (MPAA) ratings

None Movie not rated

G General audiences

PG Parental guidance suggested

PG-13 Suitable for children 13 and olderR Parental guidance suggested for

children under 17

NC-17 Not suitable for children under 17

X Adults only

Canadian English ratings

E Exempt programming

C Suitable for all children

C8+ Suitable for children 8 and older

G General audiencesPG Parental guidance suggested

14+ Suitable for children 14 and older

18+ Adult only

Canadian French ratings

E Exempt programming

G General audiences

8ans+ Suitable for children 8 and older



18ans+ Adult only


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7 Pressor to select the rating. If a rating hassub-ratings, press or to highlight asub-rating.

8 Press ENTERto confirm. A lock symbol appearswhen a rating is blocked.


Downloading rating information

You can download rating information to use whensetting parental controls.

To download rating information:




4 Press the number buttons to enter the four-digitpassword. The Settings-Parental Controlsmenuopens.

5 Pressor to highlight RRT5, then pressENTER.

If the program is broadcast with RRT5 ratinginformation, the information is downloadedautomatically and can be used for parentalcontrols.

6 To reset RRT5 information to factory mode,pressor to highlight Reset RRT5, thenpress ENTER. A screen opens.

7 Follow the on-screen instructions to reset theRRT5 information.

Note

When you block a rating, that rating and all higherratings are blocked.

Move OKENTER



PicturePicture Mode


Custom

60

Sharpness

Advanced Video


6060 0

50


Move OKENTER



Settings

Parental Controls


INlink

Computer Settings

System Info

Reset to Default

English


Move OKENTER




Enter Password

-

password.


Move OKENTER


Button Lock

Block Unrated TV

USA Parental Locks


RRT5

Reset RRT5

Change Password


On

On

Display an advanced V-Chip ratings table for digital channels



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Using closed captioningTurning closed captioning on or off

To turn closed captioning on or off:


2 Pressor to highlight Settings, then press or ENTER. The Settingsmenu opens.

3 Pressor to highlight Closed Caption, thenpress ENTER. The Settings-Closed Captionmenuopens.

4 Pressorto highlight Caption Control, thenpress ENTER. A menu opens.

5 Pressor to select CC Off(turns off closedcaptioning), CC On(turns on closed captioning),or CC On When Mute(turns on closedcaptioning when the sound is muted).


Selecting the analog closed captioning mode

To select the analog closed captioning mode:



Move OKENTER



PicturePicture Mode


Custom

60

Sharpness

Advanced Video


6060 0

50


Move OKENTER


Adjust Closed Captioning settings

Settings

Parental Controls

Closed CaptionTimeMenu Language EnglishAuto Input Sensing OffInput Labels

INlink

Computer SettingsSystem Info

Reset to Default


Move OKENTER



Settings-Closed Caption

Caption Control

Analog Caption

Digital Caption

Digital CC Settings

CC Off

CC1

CS1


Note

You can also press CCDto turn closed captioning onor off.

Move OKENTER



PicturePicture Mode

BrightnessContrastColor

Tint

Custom

60

Sharpness

Advanced Video


6060

0 50


Move OKENTER



Settings

Parental Controls

Closed CaptionTimeMenu Language EnglishAuto Input Sensing OffInput Labels

INlink

Computer Settings

System Info

Reset to Default



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4 Pressor to highlight Analog Caption, thenpress ENTER. A menu opens.

5 Pressorto select an analog caption setting.You can select:

CC1through CC4Closed captioningappears in a small banner across the bottomof the screen. CC1is usually the printedversion of the audio. CC2through CC4displaycontent provided by the broadcaster.

Text1through Text4Closed captioningcovers half or all of the screen. Text1throughText4display content provided by thebroadcaster.


Customizing digital closed captioning styles

To customize digital closed captioning styles:




4 Pressor to highlight Digital Caption, thenpress ENTER. A menu opens.

5 Pressor to highlight a digital captionsetting, then press ENTER. You can select CS1through CS6or CC1through CC4.

6 Pressor to highlight Digital CC Settings,then press ENTER. The Settings-ClosedCaption-Digital CC Settingsmenu opens withStylehighlighted.

7 Press ENTER, press or to select Custom,then press ENTER.

Move OKENTER


Set Closed Caption for standard (analog) programs


Caption Control

Analog Caption

Digital Caption

Digital CC Settings

CC Off

CC1

CS1


Move OKENTER



PicturePicture Mode


Custom

60

Sharpness

Advanced Video


6060 0

50


Move OKENTER



Settings

Parental Controls

Closed Caption

TimeMenu Language EnglishAuto Input Sensing OffInput Labels

INlink

Computer Settings

System Info

Reset to Default


Move OKENTER


Set Closed Caption for digital programs


Caption Control

Analog Caption

Digital Caption

Digital CC Settings

CC Off

CC1

CS1


Move OKENTER


Set the look of digital CC. Automatic uses broadcasters style

Settings-Closed Caption-Digital CC SettingsStyle

Size

Font

Text Color

Text Opacity

Background Color

Edge Effect

Edge Color

Custom

Black

Small

None

Solid

Black

Solid

White

Default

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8 Pressor to highlight an option, then pressENTER. You can select:

SizeSelects the font size.

FontSelects the font style.

Text ColorSelects the color for the words.

Text OpacitySelects the opacity level forthe words.

Background ColorSelects the color for the

background. Background OpacitySelects the opacity

level for the background.

Edge EffectSelects the edge style.

Edge ColorSelects the edge color.


Adjusting time settingsSetting the clock

To set the clock:



3 Pressor to highlight Time, then pressENTER. The Settings-Timemenu opens.

4 Pressorto highlight Date/Time, then pressENTER. The Settings-Time-Date/Timemenuopens.

5 Pressor to highlight Mode, then pressENTER. A menu opens.

6 Pressor to highlight Manual(to set theoptions manually) or Auto(the options areautomatically set by the TV signal source).

7 Press ENTERto close the menu.

8 Pressorto highlight Time Zone, then pressENTER. A menu opens.

9 Pressorto select your time zone, then pressENTER. You can select Eastern, Central,Mountain, Pacific, Alaska, Hawaii,

Newfoundland, or Atlantic.10 If your viewing area observes daylight savings

time, pressor to highlight DaylightSavings, then press ENTER.

11 Pressor to select Onor Off, then pressENTERto close the menu.

12 If you selected Manualfor Mode:

Pressorto highlight Year, Month, or Day,pressor to access the setting, then pressor to adjust the setting and press ENTER.

Pressorto highlight Time, pressortomove to the hour, minute, or AM/PM field,then press or to adjust the setting. When

you are finished, press ENTER.13 Press MENUto return to the previous menu, or

press EXITto close the menu.

Move OKENTER MENU EXIT ExitPreviousSelect


PicturePicture Mode


Custom

60

Sharpness

Advanced Video


6060 0

50


Move OKENTER


Set Date/Time and Sleep Timer

Settings

Parental ControlsClosed Caption

Time

Menu Language EnglishAuto Input Sensing Off

Input LabelsINlink

Computer Settings

System Info

Reset to Default


Move OKENTER


Adjust the date and time to get the correct program times

Settings-Time

Date/Time

Sleep Timer Off


Move OKENTER


If automatic, options are automatically set by TV source

Settings-Time-Date/Time

Mode

Time Zone

Auto

Daylight Savings

Year

Month

Day

Time

Atlantic

Off

2012

July

28

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