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Summary of Contents for Philips/Magnavox MAGNAVOX PS1946C1
- Page 1 COVER L9 PS1946C1...
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Page 2: Welcome/Registration Of Your Tv
And we’ll do everything in our power to keep you happy with your purchase for many years to come. As a member of the PHILIPS MAGNAVOX “family,” you’re entitled to protection by one of the most comprehensive warranties and outstanding service networks in the industry. -
Page 3: Safety/Precautions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - Read before operating equipment This product was designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and safety standards. There are, however, some installation and operation pre- cautions which you should be particularly aware of. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
This is normal and does not require you contacting your dealer or request- ing service. SmartLock™ is a registered trademark of the Philips Consumer Electronics Company. Copyright © 1999 Philips Consumer Electronics Company. All rights reserved. -
Page 5: Basic Cable Tv Hookups
OOKING ABLE our Cable TV input into your home may be a single (75 ohm) cable, or a Converter Box installation. In either case the connection to the TV is very easy. Just put the threaded end of the cable signal to the TV's antenna plug and screw it down tight. -
Page 6: Basic Antenna Hookups
Back of TV “Program" or "Add" channels in the TV’s memory on page 12 (Auto Program sec- tion). To order any option- al accessory contact your dealer or the Philips Parts Center at 1-800-851-8885. Back of TV... -
Page 7: Basic Tv To Vcr Hookup
OOKING he basic Antenna, or Cable TV, to VCR to TV connection is shown to the right. For more information on other hookups (possible when Cable Converter/Descrambler boxes are included) refer to your accessory VCR and Cable Converter Owner's Manual for details. BEGIN Connect your Antenna or Cable TV signal to the IN FROM... -
Page 8: Basic Tv And Remote Operations
ELEVISION BEGIN Press the POWER button to turn the TV ON. Press the VOLUME + button to increase the sound level or the VOLUME – button to lower the sound level. Pressing both buttons at the same time will display the onscreen menu. Once in the menu, use these button to make adjustments or selections. -
Page 9: Tv Remote Buttons
Power Button Press to turn the TV ON and OFF. Channel (+), (–) Buttons Press to change the tuned channel. Status/Exit Button Press to see the current channel number on the TV screen. Also press to clear the TV screen after control adjustments. Cursor Buttons Use these buttons to select and adjust the TV's onscreen menu. -
Page 10: Onscreen Menu
or our Spanish and French speak- ing TV owners an onscreen LAN- GUAGE option is present. With the LANGUAGE control you can set the TV’s onscreen menu to be shown in either English, Spanish, or French. BEGIN Press the MENU button on the remote to show the onscreen menu. -
Page 11: Using The Tuner Control
SING THE he TUNER feature allows you to change the TV’s signal input to either CABLE, AUTO or ANTENNA mode. It’s important for the TV to know what type of signal to look for. (From a Cable TV signal or a nor- mal Antenna signal.) In the AUTO mode, when the AUTO PROGRAM feature is activated, the TV will auto-... -
Page 12: Using The Auto Program Control
SING THE our TV can automatically set itself for local area (or Cable TV) chan- nels. This makes it easy for you to select only the TV stations in your area when the CHANNEL (+), (–) but- tons are pressed. Note: Make sure the antenna or cable signal connection has been completed before AUTO PROGRAM is activated. -
Page 13: How To Add And Delete Channels
OW TO hannel Edit makes it easy for you to ADD or DELETE channels from the list of channels stored in the TV’s memory. BEGIN Press the MENU button on the remote to show the onscreen menu. Press the CURSOR UP DOWN buttons to scroll through the onscreen menu until the word... -
Page 14: Adjusting The Tv Picture
o adjust your TV picture con- trols, select a channel and follow the steps shown below: BEGIN Press the MENU button on the remote to display the onscreen menu. Press the CURSOR UP DOWN buttons until the word BRIGHTNESS is highlighted. (Or, COLOR, PICTURE, SHARP- NESS, TINT, depending on the adjustment you want to make.) - Page 15 CTIVATING THE or reasons such as poor cable reception, the picture can some- times appear slightly “speckled” (or signal noise shown in the picture). The NOISE REDUCTION control can help eliminate this type of interference and improve the quality of the picture. BEGIN Press the MENU button on the remote to display the onscreen menu.
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Page 16: Activating Noise Reduction (Picture) Control .15 Setting The Tv For Closed Caption
SING THE losed Captioning (CC) allows you to read the voice content of television programs on the TV screen. Designed to help the hear- ing impaired, this feature uses onscreen “text boxes” to show dia- logue and conversations while the TV program is in progress. -
Page 17: Using The Sleeptimer Control
SING THE ave you ever fallen asleep in front of the TV only to have it wake you up at two in the morning with a test pattern screeching in your ears? Well, your TV can save you all that trouble by automatical- ly turning itself off. -
Page 18: Using The Alternate Channel
SING THE he Alternate Channel option allows you to move between two channels with the simple touch of one button. BEGIN Press the CHANNEL (+) or (–) buttons (or the NUMBER buttons) to select a channel. Press the CHANNEL (+) or (–) buttons (or the NUMBER buttons) to select a second channel. -
Page 19: Understanding The Smartlock Feature
NDERSTANDING THE he SmartLock feature is an inte- grated circuit that receives and processes data sent by broadcast- ers, or other program providers, that contain program content advi- sories. When programmed by the viewer, a TV with SmartLock can respond to the content advisories and block program content that may be found objectionable (such as offensive language, violence, sexual... -
Page 20: Smartlock
NDERSTANDING THE ver the next few pages you’ll learn how to block channels and get a better understanding of the rating terms for certain pro- gramming. First, let’s start by learning how to set a personal access code: BEGIN Press the MENU button on the remote to display the onscreen menu. -
Page 21: Setting The Smartlock To Block Channels
NDERSTANDING THE fter your personal access code has been set (see previous page), you are now ready to select the channels you want to block out or censor. BEGIN Press the MENU button on the remote to show the onscreen menu. Press the CURSOR UP CURSOR DOWN button until... -
Page 22: Setting Smartlock's Blocking Options
NDERSTANDING THE martLock offers the viewer other blocking features as well. With these Blocking Option features, the censoring can be turned ON or OFF. BEGIN Press the MENU button on the remote to display the onscreen menu. Press the CURSOR UP CURSOR DOWN buttons until the words SmartLock are highlight-... -
Page 23: Blocking Using The Movie/Tv Ratings
NDERSTANDING THE here are two types of program ratings within the SmartLock feature. One is based on the Movie Industry ratings while the other is based on the TV Industry ratings. Both can be used to block or censor programming that has been rated in either manner. - Page 24 NDERSTANDING THE his portion of the SmartLock features cover program ratings based on the TV Industry rating system. This is know as Parental Guideline within SmartLock. After selecting the SmartLock fea- ture and entering your personal access code, the BLOCK/CHANGE CODE screen appears;...
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Page 25: Using The Smartlock Review Screen
NDERSTANDING THE ow that you’ve learn how to block channels or censor your viewing using the Movie Ratings or Parental (TV) Guidelines let’s review what you’ve done. The SmartLock Review feature allows you to see what has been blocked. Whenever the Menu button is pressed the onscreen menu will be displayed with the SmartLock Review highlighted. -
Page 26: Setting The Tv For Stereo Sound
OW TO our TV can detect a stereo sig- nal and will set itself automat- ically so the stereo sound can be heard. However, there may be occasions when you might want to set the TV to mono. The following steps describe how to change the SOUND control: BEGIN... -
Page 27: Using The Volume Bar Control
SING THE se the Volume Bar control to see the TV’s volume level settings on the TV screen. The Volume Bar will be seen each time the VOLUME buttons (on the TV or remote) are pressed. BEGIN Press the MENU button to dis- play the onscreen menu. -
Page 28: Tips If Something Isn't Working
lease make these simple checks before calling for ser- vice. These tips can save you time and money since charges for TV installation and adjustment of customer controls are not cov- ered under your warranty. No Power No Picture No Sound Remote Does Not Work TV Displays Wrong... -
Page 29: Glossary Of Tv Terms
LOSSARY TO Coaxial Cable • A single solid antenna wire normally matched with a metal plug (F-type) end connector that screws (or pushes) directly onto a 75 Ohm input found on the Television or VCR. Closed Caption • Broadcast standard which allows you to read the voice content of television programs on the TV screen. -
Page 30: Factory Service Locations
Indicates In-Home/Carry-In Service NOTE: If you reside in one of our Philips Factory Service Branch areas (see directory on back), you can contact the nearest Service Branch to obtain efficient and expedient repair for your product. If your product is In-Warranty, you should have proof-of-purchase to ensure No Charge Service. - Page 31 DE RÉCEPTION DE PRODUITS À RÉPARER À TRAVERS LE PAYS: CONTACTER LE CENTRE DE SERVICE AUX CONSOMMATEURS LE PLUS PROCHE POUR SAVOIR L’EMPLACEMENT DE CES DÉPÔTS CÓMO OBTENER UN SERVICIO OPORTUNO Y EFICIENTE POR CORREO, EN CASA O EN PERSONA PARA SU PRODUCTO A TRAVÉS DE UN CENTRO PHILIPS DE SERVICIO. MAS DE 600 SITIOS POR...
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Page 32: Limited Warranty
Philips Consumer Electronics Company. In coun- tries where Philips Consumer Electronics Company does not distribute the product, the local Philips service organization will attempt to pro- vide service (although there may be a delay if the appropriate spare parts and technical manual(s) are not readily available).