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    LCD T elevision User’ s Guide Changing Entertainment. Again. AFC030.indb 1 AFC030.indb 1 4/13/05 6:51:02 PM 4/13/05 6:51:02 PM[...]

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    This symbol indicates “dangerous voltage” inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury. W ARNING T o reduce the risk of fi re or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects fi lled with liquids, such as vases, sh[...]

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    i Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions 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 in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8. Do [...]

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    1 T able of Contents Important Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................... i Chapter 1: Connections & Setup Things to Consider Before Y ou Connect ......................................................................................... 3 Protect Against Power S[...]

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    2 T able of Contents Chapter 4: Other Information T roubleshooting ............................................................................................................... ............... 27 Care and Cleaning ........................................................................................................................... 28 Limited[...]

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    Chapter 1: Connections & Setup Chapter 1 3 Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. Things to Consider Befor e Y ou Connect Protect Against Power Surges • Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet or power strip. NEVER plug your TV into an outlet that is controlled by[...]

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    Connections & Setup 4 Chapter 1 Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. Explanation of Jacks This section describes the jacks and cables you might use to make connections. There are several ways to connect components to your TV . Different jacks and cables provide a different level of per formance. It’s impor[...]

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    Connections & Setup Chapter 1 5 Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. AUDIO IN 2 R and L (only available on model L23W10) Use the AUDIO IN 2 right and left audio jacks when connecting to the VIDEO IN 2 jack. The right connector is usually red; the left connector is usually white. VIDEO IN 2 (only available on[...]

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    Connections & Setup 6 Chapter 1 Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. CABLE OFF-AIR ANTENNA OR S-VIDEO IN VIDEO IN 2 ANTENNA IN 24V DC POWER IN PC IN AUDIO IN 2 Pr Pb Y R L AUDIO IN PC-AUDIO IN L R VIDEO IN 1 AUDIO IN 1 L R COMPONENT IN TV Bottom Panel Connect Y our Cable Connect your cable or antenna to the [...]

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    Connections & Setup Chapter 1 7 Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. How to Connect: TV + VCR + DVD Player 1. Connect your cable or off-air antenna. If you have cable or an off-air antenna, connect the cable or antenna to the Antenna In jack on the VCR. 2. Connect your DVD Player to your TV . A. Connect the [...]

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    Connections & Setup 8 Chapter 1 Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. How to Connect: TV + Personal Computer A. Use a 15-pin monitor cable to connect your TV to a PC. Connect one end of the 15-pin monitor cable to the PC IN jack on the TV and the other end to the PC’s video output. Note, if your PC’s vide[...]

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    Connections & Setup Chapter 1 9 Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. Setting Up Y our TV There are several steps you need to follow before you can turn on the TV . Follow the instructions below to setup and turn on your TV . ON/OFF MENU VOL CH Plug in the TV Plug the end of the cord from the power adapter in[...]

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    Connections & Setup 10 Chapter 1 Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. Mounting the TV to the W all Y our LCD TV can be mounted to the wall using a compatible VESA standard wall mount, which can be purchased at most electronic stores. T o mount the LCD TV you must fi rst remove the stand. SETUP Language Ch. [...]

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    Connections & Setup Chapter 1 11 Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. CH.SETUP Auto Search List NA VIGATE ▼ ▲ ▼ ▼ ON/OFF SETUP MENU MENU Signal T ype Cable... Search OK CH.SETUP Auto Search List NA VIGATE ▼ ▲ ▼ ▼ ON/OFF SETUP MENU MENU Signal T ype Cable... Search OK Choose the Signal T ype I[...]

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    Connections & Setup 12 Chapter 1 Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. 12 3 45 6 78 9 ON•OFF CH+ CH- INPUT MUTE GO BACK VOL+ VOL- OK CLEAR MENU PRESETS CC INFO FORMAT SLEEP CALENDAR SOUND PC INPUT The Buttons on the Remote Contr ol Arrows Highlights different items in the TV menu and adjusts the menu contro[...]

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    Chapter 2: Using the TV’ s Features Chapter 2 13 Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. About the Channel Banner The Channel Banner appears when you press the INFO button on the remote or the button corresponding to the function. The following list describes the items on the Channel Banner screen (left to right [...]

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    Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. Using the TV’ s Features 14 Chapter 2 N/A Choose this if you don’t have this particular component connected to the TV , or if you don’t want the TV to automatically tune to the correct channel when you’re using this component. Ch03 Component is connected to the ANTENN[...]

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    Using the TV’ s Features Chapter 2 15 Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. US V -Chip Rating System TV-MA (Mature Audience Only) Specifi cally designed to be viewed by adults and may be unsuitable for children under 17. It contains one or more of the following content themes: crude indecent language (L), expl[...]

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    Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. Using the TV’ s Features 16 Chapter 2 C8+ (Children 8 and Older) Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on their own. Violence Guidelines: V iolence will not be portrayed as the preferred, acceptable, or only way to resolve confl[...]

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    Using the TV’ s Features Chapter 2 17 Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. Hierarchy of Age-Based Ratings TV -MA Mature Audience Only TV -14 Parents Strongly Cautioned TV -PG Parental Guidance Suggested TV -G General Audience TV -Y7 Directed to Children 7 years and older TV -Y All Children The US Rating Limit [...]

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    Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. Using the TV’ s Features 18 Chapter 2 Blocking Specifi c Content Themes Y ou can block programs based on their content. (Content is represented by the D, L, S, V and FV on your screen.) When you block a content theme for a particular rating, you automatically block that co[...]

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    Using the TV’ s Features Chapter 2 19 Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. CA ENGLISH RA TINGS 18+ View ... 14+ View ... PG View ... G View ... C8+ View ... C View ... NA VIGATE ▼ ▲ V/B OK P. C . M E N U MENU CA FRENCH RA TINGS 18 ans+ View ... 16 ans+ View ... 13 ans+ View ... 8 ans+ View... C View ... NA[...]

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    Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. Using the TV’ s Features 20 Chapter 2 Front Panel Block Selecting this option lets you block (disable) or unblock (enable) the TV’s front panel buttons. The remote still tunes to any channel. Fr ont Panel Block can: • Keep children from watching TV when the parent is no[...]

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    Using the TV’ s Features Chapter 2 21 Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. MultiT ask Audio The MultiT ask Audio feature allows you to listen to the sound from the TV while the PC is connected. Tune to the program on the TV you want to listen to. Switch to the PC input by pressing the PC INPUT button on the re[...]

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    Chapter 3: Using the TV’ s Menu System 22 Chapter 3 Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. Auto V ol. Level Menus, On-scr een Help, and Control Panels This section explores the menus of your TV , beginning with some information on using menus and control panels. Each menu is outlined and detailed to help you get[...]

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    Chapter 3 23 Using the TV’ s Menu System Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. Numeric Entries Numeric entry fi elds are used to enter numbers and passwords. Use the number buttons on the remote to enter the information. 1. Use the up or down arrow button to highlight the fi eld. 2. Use the number buttons to [...]

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    Using the TV’ s Menu System 24 Chapter 3 Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. Sound Menu The Sound menu lets you adjust audio output. T o access the Sound menu, press MENU on the remote, and then select the Sound icon. Auto V ol. Level (Auto V olume Level) Turn on this feature to reduce blasts in volume during[...]

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    Chapter 3 25 Using the TV’ s Menu System Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. Pr eferences Menu Gamma Corr ect Corrects the overall color and brightness of your picture when tuned on. Auto Flesh Minimizes the fl esh tone variations when turned on. OSD Position (only available for models L1510 and L23W10) Sele[...]

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    Using the TV’ s Menu System 26 Chapter 3 Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. CC Setting Choose the way closed captioning infor mation is shown on the screen. On Captioning information always appears, when available. Off No captioning information displayed. On When Mute Displays captioning information, when av[...]

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    Chapter 4: Other Information Chapter 4 27 Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. T r oubleshooting Most problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected by consulting the following troubleshooting list. Note for U.S. customers: If you prefer , we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service Represent[...]

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    Other Information 28 Chapter 4 Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. Sound okay , picture poor • Check antenna connections. Make sure all of the cables are fi rmly connected to the jacks. • T ry using the picture settings to improve the picture. Go to page 23 for more instructions. Black box appears on the s[...]

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    Chapter 4 29 Other Information Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. Limited W arranty What your warranty covers: • Defects in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • 1 year from date of purchase- Unit exchange, which includes parts and labor . • The warranty for rental units begins wi[...]

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    Other Information 30 Chapter 4 Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. • REP AIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS W ARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. TTE TECHNOLOGY , INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENT AL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY [...]

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    TTE Technology, Inc. 10330 North Meridian Street Indianapolis, IN 46290 Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product. ©2005 TTE T echnology , Inc. RCA and associated marks are trademarks of THOMSON S.A. used under license to TTE Corporation[...]