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LCD FLAT PANEL HDTV
For use with models: L22HD41/L22HD41V
/L26HD41/L26HD31R
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Important Information This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double CAUTION insulation between hazardous main voltage and user accessible RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. parts. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. DO NOT OPEN Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. This symbol indicates important instructions This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage" acco
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Important Safety Instructions 1. Read and follow all instructions. 2. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 3. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 4. Do not negate the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a thir
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Table of Contents Important Information................................................................................................................................. i Important Safety Instructions ...................................................................................................................... i Chapter 1 I Connections and Setup Before Initial Setup ..........................................................................................................................
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Chapter 2 I Using the Remote Control Remote Control Buttons ................................................................................................................. 19 Chapter 3 I Using TV Features Channel Banner............................................................................................................................... 20 Parental Controls and V-Chip ......................................................................................................... 20 V-Chip – U
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1 Connections and Setup Before Initial Setup Protect Against Power Surges • Connect all components before you plug any power cords into the wall outlet or power strip. NEVER plug your TV into an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch. •Turn off the TV before you connect or disconnect any cables. •Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions Safety Information •Protect components from overheating. • Don’t block ventilation holes on any o
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Removing the Table Stand Your TV comes with the table stand attached. If you want to mount your TV to the wall, remove the table stand by following the instructions below. Step 1 Step 2 Place the plastic bag off the TV and place it on a Remove the table stand from the TV cabinet. Use a table or other flat surface. Place the TV set face screwdriver to remove the four M4 ST-screws. down on the TV bag. (Note: there are five M4 ST-screws for models L26HD41 /L26HD31R). 1 Step 3 (Only for models L22
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Obtain the Signal The first step in connecting your TV is obtaining the signal. The back panel of your TV allows you to receive analog and/or digital channels by using the ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT. Before you connect your TV, you have to determine whether you will be using an antenna or a cable service to obtain the signal. What You Need Antenna (Rabbit Ears) or Outdoor Antenna with Coaxial Cable Plug the antenna or coaxial cable from the wall outlet into the ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT on the back of the TV
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Choose Your Connections There are several ways to connect components, such as DVD players and setup boxes, to your TV. Please use the following chart to determine which connections are best for you. Proceed to the appropriate pages to connect your components. Jacks Used Cable Needed Go to... INPUT 1 page 10 Audio R and L Video Audio/Video Customer Support COMPONENT INPUT (CMPT) For additional assistance in using your RCA pages 10-11 prod
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Connecting a Component with Composite Video (Good) To connect a component with a video output jack, such as a DVD player, follow these steps: Example: DVD Player 1. Connect the yellow video cable to the (VID 2) VIDEO jack on the side of the TV and to the video output jack on the DVD player. 2. Connect the red and white audio cables to the (VID 2) right and left audio jacks on the side of the TV and to the audio output jacks on the DVD player. Composite Video Connection This is an example of a co
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Component Video Connection This is an example of a connection using the component video jacks. Go to page 10 for specific instructions. Don’t forget: If necessary, connect antenna or cable to get a picture. Go to page 8 for instructions. CMPT Green Red Red Blue White COMPONENT VIDEO CABLES AUDIO CABLES ARE COLOR (Y Pb Pr) ARE COLOR CODED- CODED - RED= RIGHT AUDIO, GREEN, BLUE AND RED WHITE=LEFT AUDIO Connecting a Component with HDMI (Best) High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) technology i
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VIDEO HDMI/DVI Connection (Best) This is an example of a connection using the HDMI/DVI INPUT 1 jack. Go to page 11 for specific instructions. HDMI/DVI INPUT 1 Don’t forget: If necessary, connect AUDIO antenna or cable to get a picture. Go to page 8 PC INPUT for instructions. Red White OR Audio cables are color coded HDMI Cable + HDMI/DVI Adapter + HDMI Cable Red=right audio; white=left audio Connecting a PC Component To connect a personal computer and use your TV as a monitor, follow thes
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VIDEO PC Connection This is an example of a connection using the PC INPUT VIDEO jack. Go to page 12 for specific instructions. HDMI/DVI INPU 1 Don’t forget: AUDIO If necessary, connect antenna or cable to get PC INPUT a picture. Go to page 8 for instructions. Viewing the Picture from the Connected Component 1. Plug in the TV (see page 14 for details) and the component, such as a DVD player or a VCR. 2. Turn on the TV and the component you want to view. 3. Press the INPUT button on the remote co
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Plug in the TV Plug the end of the power cord into the back of the TV. Plug the other end into an outlet, inserting the plug completely. Do not plug the TV into an outlet controlled by a light switch. Put Batteries in the Remote • Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the remote control by pushing the tab and lifting off the cover. • Insert 2 AAA batteries, making sure the polarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly. • Replace the cover. Turn on the TV Turn on your TV by pressing
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Complete the Initial Setup The menu system in your TV allows all of the TV’s features to work properly. The first time you turn on your TV, the language screen appears. Set the Menu Language The first step of the setup requires you to select your preferred language for the menu system. If Language English is your preferred language, press OK and proceed to set the TV Location Mode. To choose English another language, press the down arrow until that language is highlighted, and select it by press
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What To Expect Watching TV Analog Channels An “A” next to the channel number denotes that you are watching an analog channel. Analog video is sent in a 4/3 format. Your TV can display these channels in a 16/9 format by pressing the FORMAT button to view the different formats available. Go to page 24 for more explanation of screen formats. Watching TV Digital Channels A “D” next to the channel number denotes that you are watching a digital channel. Most digital video is sent in a 16/9 format, wh
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VIDEO COAXIAL Explanation of Jacks (in alphabetical order) HDMI INPUT 2 HDMI/DVI INPUT 1 Y L DVI AUDIO Pb R DIGIT AL AUDIO AUDIO OUT Pr VIDEO L L AUDIO AUDIO S-VIDEO R R COMPONENT AUDIO/VIDEO IN PUT (CMPT) INPUT (VID1) ANTENNA/CABLE PC INPUT This section describes the jacks on the back panel of your TV. There are several ways to connect components. ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from your antenna, cable, or cable box. AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT 1 (VID 1) Let
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Buttons and Other Jacks on Your TV Side Input Jacks SERVICE For service use only. AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT 2 (VID 2) Lets you connect a component that has composite video jacks, such as a VCR or DVD player. •L AUDIO Provides left audio connection when using the VIDEO INPUT 2 jack. The left audio connectors are usually white. For mono audio sources, be sure to use the left AUDIO INPUT. •R AUDIO Provides right audio connection when using the VIDEO INPUT 2 jack.The right audio connector is usually red. H
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2 Using the Remote Control Remote Control Buttons Number Buttons Using these buttons, enter channel numbers, time setting. To enter a channel, press the number buttons and press OK (or let the entry timeout). To enter a digital channel with a sub-channel, enter the main channel; then, press the “.” button to enter the sub-channel and press OK. Arrows ( / / / ) Use the four arrows to highlight different items in the TV menu and to adjust the menu controls. CH + or CH - Scans up or d
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3 Using TV Features Channel Banner There are several indicators that may appear when you press the INFO button on the remote control. This display is called the Channel Banner. The following list describes the items on the Channel Banner screen (left to right and top to bottom). A135 MONO 1:14 PM A 135 If the channel is analog, A is displayed. If it’s a digital channel, D isdisplayed. The channel, sub-channel (if available for digital channels) and channel name or label you’re currently vi
