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BUKMI-Still(Eng).qxd 3/11/04 6:25 PM Page 1 Precautions When Displaying a Still Image A still image may cause permanent damage to the TV screen. • Do not display a still image on the LCD panel for more than 2 hours as it can cause screen image retention. This image retention is also known as "screen burn". To avoid such image retention, reduce the degree of brightness and contrast of the screen when displaying a still image. • Watching the LCD TV in 4:3 format for a long period of time may
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English BN68-00998F-00Eng.qxd 4/21/04 6:51 PM Page 1 Contents GENERAL INFORMATION SOUND CONTROL List of Features .................................................................................. 2 Using Automatic Sound Settings .................................................. 15 Accessories........................................................................................ 2 Customizing the Sound ................................................................ 16 Viewing the Control Pan
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BN68-00998F-00Eng.qxd 4/23/04 6:52 AM Page 2 General Information List of Features Easy-to-use remote control Easy-to-use on-screen menu system Automatic timer to turn the TV on and off. Adjustable picture settings that can be stored in the TV’s memory. A special filter to reduce or eliminate reception problems Fine tuning control for the sharpest picture possible A built-in multi-channel sound decoder for stereo and bilingual listening Built-in, dual channel speakers Headphon
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BN68-00998F-00Eng.qxd 4/21/04 6:51 PM Page 3 Viewing the Control Panel The buttons on the lower-right panel control your TV’s basic features, including the on-screen menu. To use the more advanced features, you must use the remote control. The product color and shape may vary depending on the model. SOURCE SPEAKERS Toggles between all the available input sources (POWER) (TV, AV, S-Video, Component, PC, DVI). Press to turn the TV on and off. In the on-screen menu, use this button as you w
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BN68-00998F-00Eng.qxd 4/21/04 6:51 PM Page 4 Viewing the Connection Panel Use the rear panel jacks to connect A/V components that will be connected continuously, such as VCR or DVD players. For more information on connecting equipment, see pages 6-10. DVI IN Connect to the digital video output jack on your DVD/Set-Top Box. - DVI-D terminal does not support PC. PC IN Connect to the video and audio output jacks on your PC. ANT IN Connect to an antenna or cable TV system. HEADPHONE Connect a se
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BN68-00998F-00Eng.qxd 4/21/04 6:51 PM Page 5 Viewing the Remote Control You can use the remote control up to a distance of about 23 feet from the TV. When using the remote, always point it directly at the TV. POWER Turns the TV on and off. NUMERIC BUTTONS Press to change the channel. – Press to select channels over 100. For example, to select channel 121, press “-”, then press “2” and “1”. VOL / VOL Press to increase or decrease the volume. (MUTE) Press to temporarily cut off the sound. MEN
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BN68-00998F-00Eng.qxd 4/21/04 6:51 PM Page 6 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 1. Lift the cover at the back of the remote control upward as shown in the figure. 2. Install two AAA size batteries. Make sure to match the “+” and “–” ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment. 3. Replace the cover. Remove the batteries and store them in a cool, dry place if you won’t be using the remote control for a long time. The remote control can be used up to about 23 feet from
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BN68-00998F-00Eng.qxd 4/21/04 6:51 PM Page 7 Connecting Cable TV To connect to a cable TV system, follow the instructions below. Cable without a Cable Box 1. Plug the incoming cable into the ANT IN terminal on the back of the TV. ANT IN Because this TV is cable-ready, you do not need a cable box to view unscrambled cable channels. Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels 1. Find the cable that is connected to the ANT OUT terminal on your cable box. This terminal might be labele
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BN68-00998F-00Eng.qxd 4/21/04 6:51 PM Page 8 Connecting a VCR These instructions assume that you have already connected your TV to an antenna or a cable TV system (according to the instructions on pages 6-7). Skip step 1 if you have not yet connected to an antenna or a cable system. 1. Unplug the cable or antenna from the back of the TV. ANT IN 2. Connect the cable or antenna to the ANT IN terminal on the back of the VCR. 3. Connect an Antenna Cable between the ANT OUT TV Rear Panel terminal
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BN68-00998F-00Eng.qxd 4/21/04 6:51 PM Page 9 Connecting a DVD Player The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD player to your TV. 1. Connect a Component Cable between the TV Rear Panel DVD Player Rear Panel COMPONENT IN [Y, PB, PR] jacks on the TV and the COMPONENT [Y, PB, PR] jacks on the DVD player. 2. Connect Audio Cables between the COMPONENT IN [R-AUDIO-L] jacks on the TV and the AUDIO OUT 2 Audio Cable (Not supplied) jacks on the DVD player. Component Cable (Not
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BN68-00998F-00Eng.qxd 4/21/04 6:51 PM Page 10 Connecting a PC 1. Connect a D-Sub Cable between PC IN [PC] TV Rear Panel connector on the TV and PC the PC output connector on your computer. 2. Connect a PC Audio Cable between PC IN [AUDIO] jack on the TV and the Audio Out jack of the sound card on your computer. 2 PC Audio Cable (Not supplied) 1 D-Sub Cable (Not supplied) Each external input source device has a different back panel configuration. When connecting an external device, match the
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BN68-00998F-00Eng.qxd 4/21/04 6:51 PM Page 11 Operation Turning the TV On and Off Press the POWER button on the remote control. You can also use the POWER button on the front of the panel. Plug and Play Feature Plug & Play When the TV is initially powered on, several basic settings proceed automatically and subsequently. The following settings are available. 1. Press the POWER button on the remote control. Start Plug & Play The message “Start Plug & Play” is displayed with “OK” selected. OK
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BN68-00998F-00Eng.qxd 4/21/04 6:51 PM Page 12 Changing Channels Using the Channel Buttons: 1. Press the CH or CH button to change channels. When you press the CH or CH button, the TV changes channels in sequence. You will see all the channels that the TV has memorized. (The TV must have memorized at least three channels). You will not see channels that were either erased or not memorized. Using the PRE-CH Button to select the Previous Channel: 1. Press the PRE-CH button. The TV will switch
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BN68-00998F-00Eng.qxd 4/21/04 6:51 PM Page 13 Storing Channels Automatically Channel The TV automatically cycles through all of the available channels and stores them in memory. Air/Cable : Air This takes about one to two minutes. Auto Program 1. To select the signal source, follow the “Selecting the Video Signal-source” instructions Add/Delete Fine Tune numbers 1 to 3 on page 12. 2. Press the or button to select “Auto Program”, then press the ENTER button. 3. Press th
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BN68-00998F-00Eng.qxd 4/21/04 6:51 PM Page 14 Picture Control Using Automatic Picture Settings Picture Your TV has four automatic picture settings (“Dynamic”, “Standard”, “Movie”, and “Custom”) that are Mode : Dynamic preset at the factory. Custom 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Color Tone : Cool1 Size : Wide Press the or button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. 2. Press the ENTER button, to select “Mode”. 3. Press the or button to selec
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BN68-00998F-00Eng.qxd 4/21/04 6:51 PM Page 15 Changing the Picture Size Picture You can select the picture size which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. Mode : Dynamic 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Custom Press the or button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Color Tone : Cool1 Size : Wide 2. Press the or button to select “Size”, then press the ENTER button. 3. Select the required option by pressing the or button. Press t
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BN68-00998F-00Eng.qxd 4/21/04 6:51 PM Page 16 Customizing the Sound Sound The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences. (Alternatively, you can use one of the “automatic” settings.) Mode : Custom Custom 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. MTS : Stereo Press the or button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. Auto Volume : Off 2. Press the or button to select “Custom”, then press the ENTER button. 3. Press the or button t
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BN68-00998F-00Eng.qxd 4/21/04 6:51 PM Page 17 Setting the Clock Clock Set You can set the TV’s clock so that the current time is displayed when you press the INFO button. You must also set the time if you wish to use the automatic On/Off timers. Hour Minute am/pm 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. 12 00 am Press the or button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. 2. Press the or button to select “Time”, then press the ENTER button. 3. Press the ENTER b
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BN68-00998F-00Eng.qxd 4/21/04 11:02 PM Page 18 Function Description Using the V-Chip Setting Up Your Personal ID Number (PIN): Setup The V-Chip feature automatically locks out programming that is deemed inappropriate for children. Plug & Play Language : English The user must first enter a Pin (personal ID number) before any of the V-Chip restrictions can be set up or changed. Time 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. V-Chip Caption Press the or button to sele
