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Westinghouse VK-42F240S User Manual

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  • Page 2 The model and serial numbers are located on the back of the TV. Keep a record of the numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Westinghouse Digital dealer regarding this product. Model No.____________________________ Serial No.____________________________...
  • Page 3 CONTENTS WELCOME Package Contents Contacting Westinghouse Digital PRODUCT SAFETY Important Notice Concerning Power Cord Selection FCC Compliance Statement Product Safety Instructions —Other Notices Antenna Installation Safety —Outdoor Antenna Grounding —Lightning —Power Lines INTRODUCTION: THE BASICS Digital Television (DTV) High Definition Television (HDTV)
  • Page 4 HDTV OPERATION About the On Screen Display (OSD) OSD Menus & Features —Video Menu Calibration Menu Color Temperature —Display Menu —TV Menu Add or delete additional TV Channels About Parental Controls Channel Locks US MPAA Rating US TV Ratings & Content Canadian English Canadian French —PC (VGA only) Menu...

  • Page 5: Package Contents

    Westinghouse. This User Manual was created to ensure simple, safe setup and use of all the features offered by your new HDTV. Package Contents In addition to your new Westinghouse FHDTV and this User Manual, you’ll also find the following: • Quick Setup Guide •...

  • Page 7: Product Safety

    PRODUCT SAFETY WARNING: This device must be operated with the original power supply, part number DPS-210 EP 2 C. CAUTION: The power supply outlet should be located near High Definition LCD TV and should be easily accessible. Always use the appropriate AC cord that is certified for your specific country. Some examples are listed below: USA...UL Canada...CSA...
  • Page 8 If a BNC cable is used, use only a shielded BNC (5) cable. Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications not expressly approved by Westinghouse Digital will void the user's authority to operate this device.

  • Page 9: Important Safety Instructions

    You may be seriously injured if you touch them. • Always handle your LCD display with care when moving it. • If the High Definition LCD TV emits smoke, abnormal noise, or a strange odor, immediately turn it off and contact the Westinghouse Service Center.

  • Page 10: Antenna Installation Safety

    PRODUCT SAFETY Antenna Installation Safety Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the High Definition LCD TV, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to prevent voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANS/NFPA 70, provides information on proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

  • Page 11: Introduction: The Basics

    INTRODUCTION: THE BASICS Digital Television (DTV) Television broadcasting is changing. By February of 2009, traditional analog TV transmissions (the standard since TV’s inception) will cease to exist, in compliance with a federal mandate requiring all U.S. television stations to convert from analog to the new digital television (DTV) standards.

  • Page 12: About The Digital Television Picture

    INTRODUCTION: THE BASICS About the Digital Television Picture Your new Westinghouse High Definition LCD TV has a built-in HDTV/NTSC tuner, meaning it can receive both analog and digital broadcasts from your antenna, cable or satellite service. But because not all broadcasters have converted to the new DTV standards, it’s important to understand some fundamentals of the digital...

  • Page 13: About Digital Channels

    INTRODUCTION: THE BASICS About Digital Channels Currently, all broadcasters have an analog TV channel and a digital TV channel. The digital bandwidth has the capability of accommodating more than one program stream because each broadcaster’s assigned digital channel carries a 19.39-megabit-per-second (Mbps) digital data stream.

  • Page 14: The Electronic Program Guide (Epg)

    INTRODUCTION: The Basics The Electronic Program Guide (EPG) Your Westinghouse High Definition LCD TV features an on-screen interactive Electronic Program Guide (EPG) that allows you to review program information, as well as navigate through current and future programming options by channel or genre to plan viewing and recording.

  • Page 15: Front View

    INTRODUCTION: CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS Front View Use buttons on the right front side of your HDTV (or remote control on remote control) for On Screen Display (OSD), volume adjustment, channel selection, source, and turning power on or off. ↑ “IR” RECEIVER SPEAKERS Side-Mounted Control ←...

  • Page 16: Rear Right/Left Spine-Mounted Connectors

    INTRODUCTION: CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS Rear Right/Left Spine-Mounted Connectors See pages19 for more information about connecting cable/satellite receivers, game consoles, VCR and DVD player/recorders, audio devices and your personal computer. RIGHT SIDE CONNECTORS YPbPr1/Audio 1 (Right/Left) Connect external video device like DVD or game system YPbPr2/Audio 2 (Right/Left) Connect an external video device like a DVD or...

  • Page 17: Quick Reference: Hdtv Connection

    sidebar: Quick Reference: HDTV Connection YPbPr The “Y” stands for the luminance of the signal; Pb and Pr refer to the color difference signals (“b” for blue, “r” for red). Provides improved color bandwidth over S-Video or composite video connections. DVI-HDCP (Digital Visual Interface/High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) Provides superior level of digital video quality, typically used in cable/satellite...

  • Page 18: Inserting Remote Control Batteries

    INTRODUCTION: Controls and Connections Inserting Remote Control Batteries Remove the battery compartment cover Insert the batteries corresponding to the (+) and (−) marks inside the battery compartment Reattach cover Precautions: • Only use AAA batteries • Don’t mix new and old batteries, which can result in cracking or leakage and may pose a risk for fire or personal injury •...

  • Page 19: Remote Control Features

    INTRODUCTION: CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS Remote Control Features 1. POWER Switch the power On/Off 2. PIP Display sub picture On/Off (not available) 3. MUTE Turn the sound On/Off 4. SWAP Switch between PIP and Main Picture (not available) 5. BACKLIGHT Shortcut to adjust backlight adjustment 6.

  • Page 20: Hdtv/Accessory Setup

    HDTV/ACCESSORY SETUP Now that you’re familiar with the basics of digital television and the various controls and connections for your HDTV, you’re ready to enjoy its superb picture quality and sound, along with the ultimate convenience of connecting your game consoles, VCR, DVD, audio devices or personal computer.
  • Page 21 Determining Available Channels • When connected to an antenna, cable or other RF (radio frequency) source, you’ll need to run “Autoscan”—available in the “TV” menu of the OSD (see page 26 for more information)—in order for all available channels to be received —Use the up/down arrow keys to scroll below “Tuner”...
  • Page 22 • Scroll right to the “Settings” menu —Use the up/down buttons to select “Time Zone” —Select your local time zone, which allows you to receive HDTV programming information —Exit the OSD...
  • Page 23 HDTV/ACCESSORY SETUP Connecting Your Personal Computer Before making any connections, make sure all equipment is turned off. Computer Settings • For optimal picture quality, set your computer’s timing mode to VESA™ (Video Electronics Standards Association) 1920 x1080 at 60Hz • Refer to your computer’s graphic card User Guide for directions to set this timing mode (many computers show 1024x768 as an alternative resolution) Connection Types •...

  • Page 24: Connecting Other Accessories

    HDTV/ACCESSORY SETUP Connecting Other Accessories Following are the recommended connections to ensure optimal enjoyment of your accessory equipment with your HDTV. Before making any connections, make sure all equipment is turned off. DVD or Game System • Connect your DVD player or gaming system using following input connectors •...

  • Page 25: Hdtv Operation

    HDTV OPERATION About the On Screen Display (OSD) Your HDTV’s On Screen Display (OSD) conveniently integrates all functions required for setup and operation. There are two ways you can access the OSD— either by pressing the remote control’s “Menu” button (located just below the volume controls on the left side of the remote), or by pressing the “Menu”...

  • Page 26: Osd Menus And Features

    HDTV OPERATION OSD Menus and Features Video Menu The “Video” menu allows you to adjust the properties of the image you see on the screen by adjusting the display’s brightness, contrast, color intensity and hue, picture clarity and sharpness. You can also adjust the backlight’s intensity and, if necessary, restore the factory default video settings.

  • Page 27: Calibration Menu

    HDTV OPERATION Calibration Menu The “Calibration” menu integrates advanced choices that allow you to optimize your HDTV experience, especially for Video setting and individual color adjustments. Settings Menu Features Deinterlace Turns on/off Deienterlace. Turns on/off 3D Comb Filter. In on mode, the picture quality is 3D Comb Filter better.
  • Page 28 HDTV OPERATION Color Temperature The section Color Temp in the “Calibration” menu allow you to adjust each color temperature (Warm, Neutral, Cool) individually. In case of miss adjustment it can be Reset to factory default.
  • Page 29 HDTV OPERATION Display Menu The “Display” menu allows you to control the appearance of the image you see on the screen, based on the selected source input (see picture below) Display Menu Features Allows current source input to changed to one of the labels in Input Label the input label list;...
  • Page 30 HDTV OPERATION TV Menu The “TV” menu provides a broad array of functions you’ll use during setup, as well as customizing various features such as closed captioning, favorite channels and parental controls. TV Menu Features Allows you to turn closed captioning of audio on or off, select analog or digital modes, or personalize the captioning style;...
  • Page 31 HDTV OPERATION Add or delete additional TV Channels Use the OSD to access the TV Menu Feature Select Add Channel Add a channel by enter the physical channel number or a range. Select Delete Channel Delete a channel from the current list of viewable channels available 1.
  • Page 32 HDTV OPERATION About Parental Controls The Parental Controls feature allows you to block TV programs based on various ratings systems, as well as to lock out the HDTV’s right side-mounted controls. The first time you enter the “Parental Control” menu, you will be taken to the password sub-menu to set up your four-digit password, which is required for using this feature.
  • Page 33 HDTV OPERATION Parental Controls Channel Locks Parental Control Menu Features Lock Channel US MPAA Rating US TV Rating CA English Rating CA French Rating Password US MPAA Rating Descriptions & Definitions Lock or unlock the HDTV’s right side- mounted controls Lock or unlock programming according to MPAA rating: Lock or unlock programming according to...

  • Page 34: Parental Controls

    HDTV OPERATION Parental Controls US TV Ratings & Content This sub-menu allows you to block programming according to US TV Ratings as well as content type. US TV Ratings & Content Sub-Menu Rating TV Y All children TV Y7 Directed to older children TV G General audience Parental guidance suggested...
  • Page 35 HDTV OPERATION Parental Controls Canadian English CA/FR Ratings Menus Children Children over 8 years 8Ano General Parental Guidance Over 14 years Adults Canadian French Ratings Explanations General General but inadvisable for young children 13Ano Over 13 years 16Ano Over 16 years 18Ano Over 18 years...
  • Page 36 HDTV OPERATION PC (VGA only) Menu The “PC” menu lets you adjust image and phasing. PC Menu Features Auto Automatically re-centers image to middle of screen by synchronizing Adjustment both vertical and horizontal refresh rate and resolution Clock Adjust Manually adjust the Clock control to eliminate horizontal streaking Phase Adjust Manually adjust the Phase control to eliminate Noise Position Manually adjust vertical and horizontal position of the screen image...
  • Page 37 HDTV OPERATION Audio Menu The “Audio” menu let you precisely configure your audio preferences to optimize your listening experience. Audio Menu Features Enables to listen to Audio only, the picture (Backlight) will be Audio Only turned off and can be reactivate with any button of the Remote Control Choose from three different MTS (Multi-Channel Television Sound) settings:...
  • Page 38 HDTV OPERATION Equalizer Menu The “Equalizer ” menu let you individually configure your audio preferences to optimize your listening experience. Equalizer Menu Features Allow you to adjust the preset mode according to your preference User listening experience. Allow you to adjust the preset mode according to your preference Rock listening experience.
  • Page 39 HDTV OPERATION Power Menu The “Power” menu allows you to manage various power-related functions to simplify your viewing experience and save power. Power Menu Features Lets you turn the DPMS (Display Power Management Signaling) On/Off; when “On,” the display goes into Standby DPMS Mode mode if there’s no incoming signal from the selected input for 1-, 5- or 10-Minute intervals...

  • Page 40: Settings Menu

    HDTV OPERATION Settings Menu The “Setting” menu integrates still more choices that allow you to optimize your HDTV experience, from language selection to pertinent system and installation information. Settings Menu Features Select the OSD language from the following: • English Language •...
  • Page 41 HDTV OPERATION Input Menu To change the Main Picture source, press the Input button on the remote to display the Main Picture (MP) input menu. When the input menu is open, press the Input button again to switch to the next input or use the up/down arrows to scroll through the inputs and the press enter to switch to the highlighted input.

  • Page 42: Appendix: 42-Inch High Definition Lcd Tv Specifications

    Warning: Do not set the graphics card in your computer to exceed these refresh rates; doing so may result in permanent damage to the High Definition LCD TV. Note: Product Specifications are subject to change without notice. VK-42F240S 42” TFT (Thin Film Transistor), Active Matrix LCD, 1920 x 1080 vertical stripe; anti-glare coating 16.7 million colors...

  • Page 43: Appendix Troubleshooting

    APPENDIX: Troubleshooting No Power • Make sure power cord is securely connected to the “AC In” jack on the back of the High Definition LCD TV. • Make sure AC power cord is securely connected to the AC socket. • Plug another electrical device (such as a radio) to the power outlet to verify that the outlet is supplying the proper voltage.

  • Page 44: Wrong Or Abnormal Colors

    While rare, if this should happen, select “PASSWORD EDIT” and enter “0000” to reset the password. Where Can I Find More Help? • Log on to: www.westinghousedigital.com • Contact Westinghouse Customer Service at (866) 287-5555 or write us at service@westinghousedigital.com...
  • Page 45 High Definition LCD TV screen or case. Some chemical cleaners have been reported to damage the screen and or High Definition LCD TV case. Westinghouse Digital will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based...
  • Page 46 APPENDIX: Wall mount and Base removal for the 42”HD LCD TV The TV has been fitted with two sets of VESA mounting holes. The holes are spaced 75 mm and 100 mm equally apart for the 42” product and 100 mm and 200 mm equally apart for the 47”...
  • Page 47 5. APPENDIX: Safety bracket Options Brackets Anti-tip over option: This TV has two small metal brackets on the back side of the TV. These two brackets have a circular cut out in the center. The brackets are to serve as an "anti-tipover"...

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