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37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page ii User Manual BDL3731V SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK 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 high voltage is present inside. It is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this product. This symbol alerts you that important literature concerning operation a
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37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page iii User Manual BDL3731V WARNING • Unplug this product from the wall outlet immediately when it smokes or makes a strange smell. • Do not block any ventilation openings. (This can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.) • Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords (This can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.) • Connect at the receptacle certainly not to be shaken (This can result in a risk of heat and a fire if it is connected to t
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37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page iv User Manual BDL3731V FCC INFORMATION User Instructions NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions
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37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page v User Manual BDL3731V VCCI This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference. Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numéique de la classe B est
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37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 2 User Manual BDL3731V TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. IMPORTANT NOTES AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1.1 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 1.2 Warnings and Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 1.2.1 Note to t
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37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 3 User Manual BDL3731V 6ADVANCED FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 6.1 Picture Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 6.1.1 Adjusting Picture Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 6.1.2 Reset to the Fact
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37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 4 User Manual BDL3731V 1. IMPORTANT NOTES AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Disconnect from the electric outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Clean only with a slightly damp cloth. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
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37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 5 User Manual BDL3731V Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with apparatus.When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
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37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 6 User Manual BDL3731V Battery Usage: CAUTION:To prevent battery leakage that may result in bodily injury, property damage, or damage to the unit. • Install all batteries correctly, with + and - aligned as marked on the unit. • Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and alkaline, etc.). • Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time. 1.2 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS 1.2.1 NOTE TO THE CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER This reminder is provided t
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37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 7 User Manual BDL3731V 1.3 CLEANING & CARE To avoid possible shock hazard, please be sure that the television is unplugged from the electrical outlet before cleaning. When cleaning the television screen, take care not to scratch or damage the screen surface (avoid wearing jewelry or using anything abrasive). Wipe the front of the screen with a clean cloth dampened with water. Use even, easy, vertical strokes when cleaning. Gently wipe the cab
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37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 8 User Manual BDL3731V 2. UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION 2.1 UNPACKING This product is packed in a carton, together with the standard accessories.Any other optional accessories will be packed separately. The weight of the product differs - depending on the type - from 27 to 53 kg. Due to the size and weight it is recommended to move it by 2 people. The protective glass and the glass substrate are installed on the front of the product. Since both g
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37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 9 User Manual BDL3731V 2.3 INSTALLATION NOTES Due to the high power consumption, always use the plug exclusively designed for this product. If an extended line is required, please consult your service agent. The product should be installed on a flat surface to avoid tipping. The distance between the back of the product and the wall should be maintained for proper ventilation.Avoid installing the product in the kitchen, bathroom or any other plac
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INPUT MENU VOL CH - + - + 37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 10 User Manual BDL3731V 3. PARTS AND FUNCTIONS 3.1 FRONT VIEW 1 Input Button Use this button to switch between available inputs. 2 Menu Button Use this button to engage the On Screen Display menu. 3Volume Adjustment Buttons Use these buttons to adjust volume up and down.These buttons also serve as navigation and adjustment buttons when On Screen Display menu is engaged. 4 Select Buttons Use these buttons to navigate through
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37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 11 User Manual BDL3731V 3.2 REAR VIEW 1 External speaker output Connect to external speakers. 2 RS-232 Connector Connect to a PC to update software. 3 Digital HDMI input Connect to the HDMI output jack of an external device. 4 Digital DVI input Connect to digital video signals from a Set-Top box or Computer. 5 RGB(VGA) input Connect to RGB (VGA) output of Computer or Set-Top box. 6 Component Video inputs Auto-detecting component video inputs (Y/Pb/Pr
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37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 12 User Manual BDL3731V 3.3 REMOTE CONTROL 3.3.1 GENERAL FUNCTIONS 1 Sound Mute On/Off 2 Standby Power On/Off Push this button to switch on the monitor from Standby mode. Push it again to turn it off to Standby mode. 3 Menu Activates the OSD (On Screen Display) menu. 4Volume +/- Turns volume up or down. 5 Channel +/- Changes the TV channels sequentially. 6 INPUT Displays the available input sources. 7AUTO - Used to adjusts the screen automatically wh
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37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 13 User Manual BDL3731V 3.3.2 TELETEXT FUNCTION BUTTONS 1 TEXT Activates the TELETEXT mode. 2 INPUT Displays the TELETEXT index. 3Fastext With Fastext, you can easily access the topic and relevant pages you want by pressing the red, green, yellow and blue buttons on the remote control. In TELETEXT mode, volume controls remain available, but the relevant symbols are not shown on the screen. 4Page Down (AUTO) Displays the previous TELETEXT page. 5 Zoo
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37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 14 User Manual BDL3731V 4. CONNECTIONS TO EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT 4.1 CONNECTING EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT (VCR, DVD, CAMCORDER, SATELLITE RECEIVER) 4.1.1 USING SCART (AV) SOCKET INPUT 1 Connect the SCART socket of the external device to the SCART socket of the monitor. 2 Connect the video recorder to the antenna wall socket or cable box. 4.1.2 USING S-VIDEO INPUT 1 Connect the S-Video (4-pin DIN) connector of the external device to the S-VIDEO INPUT of the moni
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37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 15 User Manual BDL3731V 4.1.4 USING VIDEO INPUT 1 Connect the jack of the external device to the VIDEO INPUT of the monitor. 2 Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks to the R and L audio-in jacks located next to the VIDEO connector. 4.1.5 USING MONITOR OUTPUT 1 Connect the jack of the DVD or VCR (for recording) or audio system to the MONITOR OUTPUT of the monitor. 2 Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks to the R and L audio-out jacks
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37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 16 User Manual BDL3731V 4.2 EXTERNAL AUDIO CONNECTION 4.2.1 CONNECTING EXTERNAL SPEAKER Connect the speaker audio cable to the external speaker output jack on the rear of the LCD. • Before connecting the speaker wire to the LCD, turn off your LCD. 4.2.2 USING DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT Connect the optical cable to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT on the rear of the LCD. 16
