HANNspree F621-15U1-000 User Manual
HANNspree F621-15U1-000 User Manual

HANNspree F621-15U1-000 User Manual

15" liquid crystal display television

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MAK-000002

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  • Page 1 15" Liquid Crystal Display Television User's Manual MAK-000002...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Regulatory Information ... 3 2. Description of Warning Symbols ... 5 3. Safety Notices ... 6 4. Preface ... 13 5. Introducing the TV ... 15 Features ... 15 6. Checking Package Contents ... 16 7. Getting Started ... 17 Control Panel ...
  • Page 3 Table of Contents Balance ... 39 SRS ... 40 Mute ... 41 Video Setting ... 42 Hue ... 43 Saturation ... 44 Sharpness ... 45 Color Temperature ... 46 TV Setting ... 47 TV/CATV ... 48 MTS ... 49 Auto Program ... 50 Manual Program ...
  • Page 4: Regulatory Information

    Regulatory Information FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Additional Information 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.
  • Page 5 DOC Compliance Notice This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.This device complies with Canada ICES-003 Class B. CE Conformity Statement This device complies with the requirements set out in the Council Directive on the approximation of the Laws of the Member States...
  • Page 6: Description Of Warning Symbols

    Description of Warning Symbols Before You Proceed 1. Read all Safety Notices in Section 2 of this manual and instructions in the User’s Manual carefully before either plugging in or turning the TV on. 2. Keep this User’s Manual in a safe place for future reference. Keep the box and packaging in case the TV needs to be shipped in the future.
  • Page 7: Safety Notices

    Safety Notices Electric Power Notice Electric power may cause personal injury and mechanical damage if misused. Although safety has been taken into consideration during the design and production of this TV, electric shock or fire can result if the TV is misused. To prevent potential danger, read and follow the instructions and warnings contained in this manual when setting up, operating or cleaning the TV.
  • Page 8 Installation Safety Notes Antenna We suggest that you use an outdoor antenna to get the best signal possible unless you have cable TV or a centralized indoor antenna system. You may, however, use an antenna indoors if it is placed in a location free from interference.
  • Page 9: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
  • Page 10 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on 11 Only use attachments/accessories specified 12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service CAUTION or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
  • Page 11 Personal Safety To avoid overloading the power supply, never plug too many electrical devices into an outlet, power strip, or extension cable. Dangerous high-voltage electric power components are located inside the TV. To avoid electric shock, do not disassemble the TV in any way.
  • Page 12 Installation Do not place the TV in locations where there is excessive steam or dust. Avoid blocking the TV's vents, do not place the TV on a bed, sofa, carpet, or in a sealed cabinet. Install the outdoor antenna (not included) away from power transmission lines to avoid possible danger.
  • Page 13 Operation This TV is designed for home power sources as labeled on the casing. Avoid using any other power accessories to avoid electric shock or other damage. The plug can be inserted into an outlet in only one direction as shown to the left. Do not alter the plug.
  • Page 14: Preface

    Preface Thank you for purchasing a Hannspree Liquid Crystal Display Television (LCD TV). Your new TV will allow you to enjoy superior audio and video while enriching your lifestyle with advanced technology. Please carefully read this manual in its entirety before setting up, using or operating your TV.
  • Page 15 No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form by any means without the prior written authorization of Hannspree. The TV described in this manual may include copyrighted software of Hannspree (or other third parties). Hannspree (or other third parties) preserves the exclusive rights for copyrighted software, such as the right to distribute or reproduce the copyrighted software.
  • Page 16: Introducing The Tv

    Introducing the TV Thank you for purchasing this LCD TV. Your LCD TV is designed to be safe, versatile, and easy to use. The design makes it a fun addition to any room. You can watch broadcast or cable television channels, and easily connect a VCR, VCD, DVD player or a game device to the standard RCA and S-Video input ports that are included in the 4-IN-1 A/V cable.
  • Page 17: Checking Package Contents

    Checking Package Contents Make sure the following components are included in the box. Please contact Hannspree Customer Service immediately if anything is missing or damaged. • • User’s manual • Quick start guide • Warranty and service manual • Power cord •...
  • Page 18: Getting Started

    Getting Started Control Panel Description Icon Power Power LED MUTE AUTO Mute (Auto) AUTO Source SOURCE/S/ MENU/M/ Menu channel up Select channel down channel volume up Adjust volume down volume Function Turns the TV on and off. Indicates power status. In TV/AV mode, press this button to mute the audio.
  • Page 19: Input And Output Jacks

    Input and Output Jacks Description AV1 (R-AUDIO/ L-AUDIO/VIDEO) (Selected models only) AV2 (AV, AV IN) DC-IN (DC-12V) VGA/PC-IN LINE IN LINE OUT Headphone jack Connector Function Connects to a right audio (red) or left audio (white) cable, or video (yellow) cable. Use the included 4-IN-1 A/V cable to connect external devices, such as a VCR, VCD,...
  • Page 20: Remote Control

    Remote Control Description Menu MENU ENTER Arrow < Number Recall/Last RECALL / LAST Caption/CC Power >VOL VOL< Adjust volume Icon Function Press this button to activate the OSD menu system and to adjust various MENU settings and personal preferences. Press through the on-screen display menus.
  • Page 21 Description Mute Select channel Source Auto (selected models only) Reset (selected models only) V-Chip (selected models only) Sleep (selected models only) Display (selected models only) Icon Function Press this button to eliminate sound. Press mute again or press the MUTE volume adjust buttons to restore sound.
  • Page 22: Inserting The Remote Control Battery/Batteries

    Inserting the Remote Control Battery/Batteries Lithium battery/batteries Open the battery compartment cover at the back of the remote control (A). Slide the battery/batteries, with the positive (+) side facing up, underneath the shorter set of metal contacts (B). Press the battery/batteries firmly into place in the battery compartment (C) Replace the battery compartment cover (D).
  • Page 23 AAA battery/batteries Open the battery compartment cover at the back of the remote control (A). Insert the battery/ batteries paying attention to the polarity markings inside the battery compartment (B). Replace the battery compartment cover (C). Note Your remote control may have either AAA type batteries or lithium battery/batteries.
  • Page 24 CAUTION • If the remote control is not used for a long period, remove the batteries and store them separately. • Handle damaged or leaking batteries carefully, and wash hands after such handling. • If your remote control has two batteries, do not mix new and old batteries because the life of the new batteries will be shortened.
  • Page 25: Making Connections

    Making Connections Connecting to an Antenna or Cable TV Connect one end of the VHF/UHF (Antenna) or CATV cable to ANT Jack (VHF/UHF IN Jack) on the back of the TV. Connect the other end of the VHF/UHF (Antenna) or CATV cable to the antenna socket or CATV cable.
  • Page 26: Connecting To Av Devices

    Connecting to AV Devices Connect external devices such as a VCR, VCD or DVD player, or video game console to the TV using the supplied 4-IN-1 A/V cable. Connecting to a VCR/VCD/DVD Player The illustration presented here shows how to connect the TV to a VCR, VCD or DVD player.
  • Page 27: Connecting To A Video Camera

    Connecting to a Video Camera The instructions presented here are a general guide to connecting the TV to a camcorder or other type of digital camera. Actual connections may vary according to the make and model of the device. Refer to the user’s manual included with the camcorder or camera for more detailed instructions.
  • Page 28: Connecting To A Video Game Console

    Connecting to a Video Game Console The instructions presented here are a general guide to connecting the TV to a game console using the RCA Jacks (some game devices may require a unique adapter that is not provided). Actual connections may vary according to the make and model of the game device.
  • Page 29: Connecting External Speakers Or Headphones

    Connecting External Speakers or Headphones External speakers or headphones may be used to listen to the TV rather than using the built-in speakers. Connect external speakers to the speaker line out port or headphones to the headphone port as illustrated. HEADPHONE/ Headphone jack...
  • Page 30: Connecting To A Pc

    Connecting to a PC You can connect the TV to a PC and use it as an external monitor. Connect the TV’s VGA/PC-IN port to the PC’s VGA port. Connect the TV’s line in port to the PC’s line out port to listen to the PC’s audio output on the TV’s speakers.
  • Page 31: Connecting The Power Adapter

    Connecting the Power Adapter Connect the power cord to the power adapter as illustrated. Plug the power adapter connector into the DC-IN input jack on the rear panel of the TV. Insert the three-pronged plug at the other end of the power cord into a power outlet.
  • Page 32: Using The Tv

    Using the TV Using the Remote Control For best results, use the remote control within a distance of 16 feet (5 meters) from the front of the TV. Do not exceed an angle of 30 degrees when pointing at the TV. Notes •...
  • Page 33: Adjusting On-Screen Display (Osd) Settings

    Adjusting On-Screen Display (OSD) Settings The On-Screen Display (OSD) menu system provides a quick and simple method to adjust your TV’s settings. This chapter describes how to change each of the available settings. The OSD can be used with either the remote control or the control panel. Function Control Panel Icon Menu...
  • Page 34: Osd Setting Menu

    OSD Setting Menu Press menu to enter the OSD menus. The Main Menu appears. Note To exit the OSD menus, press channel up or channel down to select Exit . Then press menu to exit the OSD menus. Also, after you finish setting OSD parameters, follow these instructions to exit the OSD menus.
  • Page 35: Brightness

    Brightness Brightness&Contrast Brightness Contrast Return Adjust Menu Next Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press menu again to enter the Brightness & Contrast menu. Press channel up to increase the brightness. Press channel down to decrease the brightness. Press menu to select Return. Press channel down to exit the Brightness &...
  • Page 36: Contrast

    Contrast Brightness&Contrast Brightness Contrast Return Adjust Menu Next Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press menu again to enter the Brightness & Contrast menu. Press menu to select Contrast. Press channel up to increase the contrast. Press channel down to decrease the contrast.
  • Page 37: Audio Setting

    Audio Setting Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select Audio Setting. Press menu to enter the Audio Setting menu. Audio Setting Treble Bass Balance Mute Return Select Menu...
  • Page 38: Treble

    Treble Audio Setting Treble Bass Balance Mute Return Adjust Menu Next Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select Audio Setting. Press menu to enter the Audio Setting menu. Press channel up to increase the treble.
  • Page 39: Bass

    Bass Audio Setting Treble Bass Balance Mute Return Adjust Menu Next Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select Audio Setting. Press menu to enter the Audio Setting menu. Press menu to select Bass. Press channel up to increase the bass.
  • Page 40: Balance

    Balance Audio Setting Treble Bass Balance Mute Return Adjust Menu Next Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select Audio Setting. Press menu to enter the Audio Setting menu. Press menu to select Balance. Press channel up to change the balance to the right speaker.
  • Page 41: Srs

    This option enables the 3D Surround Sound feature. Audio Setting Treble Bass Balance Mute Return Adjust Menu Next Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select Audio Setting. Press menu to enter the Audio Setting menu.
  • Page 42: Mute

    Mute Audio Setting Treble Bass Balance Mute Return Adjust Menu Next Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select Audio Setting. Press menu to enter the Audio Setting menu. Press menu to select Mute. Press channel down to turn the mute on.
  • Page 43: Video Setting

    Video Setting Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select Video Setting. Press menu to enter the Video Setting menu. Video Setting Saturation Sharpness Color Temp Standard Return Select Menu...
  • Page 44: Hue

    Video Setting Saturation Sharpness Color Temp Standard Return Adjust Menu Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select Video Setting. Press menu to enter the Video Setting menu. Press channel down to increase the red hue.
  • Page 45: Saturation

    Saturation Video Setting Saturation Sharpness Color Temp Standard Return Adjust Menu Next Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select Video Setting. Press menu to enter the Video Setting menu. Press menu to select Saturation. Press channel up to increase the saturation.
  • Page 46: Sharpness

    Sharpness Video Setting Saturation Sharpness Color Temp Cold Return Adjust Menu Next Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select Video Setting. Press menu to enter the Video Setting menu. Press menu to select Sharpness. Press channel up to increase the sharpness.
  • Page 47: Color Temperature

    Color Temperature Video Setting Saturation Sharpness Color Temp Cold Return Adjust Menu Next Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select Video Setting. Press menu to enter the Video Setting menu. Press menu to select Color Temp. The following choices are available.
  • Page 48: Tv Setting

    TV Setting Press menu to enter OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select TV Setting. Press menu to enter the TV Setting menu. TV Setting TV/CATV CATV Stereo Auto Program Manual Program Favorite Channel Return Select Menu...
  • Page 49: Tv/Catv

    TV/CATV TV Setting TV/CATV Stereo Auto Program Manual Program Favorite Channel Return Adjust Menu Next Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select TV Setting. Press menu to enter the TV Setting menu. Select one of the following.
  • Page 50: Mts

    TV Setting TV/CATV CATV Stereo Auto Program Manual Program Favorite Channel Return Adjust Menu Next Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select TV Setting. Press menu to enter the TV Setting menu. Press menu to select MTS.
  • Page 51: Auto Program

    Auto Program TV Setting TV/CATV CATV Stereo Auto Program Manual Program Favorite Channel Return Adjust Menu Next Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select TV Setting. Press menu to enter the TV Setting menu.
  • Page 52: Manual Program

    Manual Program This function allows you to search preset channels or to erase previously preset channels. TV Setting TV/CATV CATV Stereo Auto Program Manual Program Favorite Channel Return Adjust Menu Next Manual Program 2 Manual Program Down Add/Erase Erase Return Adjust Menu Next...
  • Page 53: Channel Add/Erase

    Channel Add/Erase After you found a channel using Manual Program, follow the following instruction to add or erase the channel. Manual Program 2 Manual Program Down Add/Erase Erase Erase Return Adjust Menu Next Press menu to select Add/Erase. Select one of the following option. Add Channel Press channel down to select Add.
  • Page 54: Favorite Channel

    Favorite Channel Use the Favorite Channel function to save up to four channels for quick access.(Only available in the United States of America) TV Setting TV/CATV CATV Stereo Auto Program Manual Program Favorite Channel Return Adjust Menu Next Favorite Channel Return Adjust Menu...
  • Page 55: Pc Setting

    PC Setting Connect TV to a PC. Press source to select PC. Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select PC. Press menu to enter the PC menu. PC Setting H.Position V.Position Phase Clock 1688 More Option...
  • Page 56: Horizontal Position

    Horizontal Position PC Setting H.Position V.Position Phase Clock 1688 More Option Return Adjust Menu Next Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select PC Setting. Press menu to enter the PC Setting menu. Press channel up to move the display to the right.
  • Page 57: Vertical Position

    Vertical Position PC Setting H.Position V.Position Phase Clock 1688 More Option Return Adjust Menu Next Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select PC Setting. Press menu to enter the PC Setting menu. Press menu to select V.Position.
  • Page 58: Phase

    Phase PC Setting H.Position V.Position Phase Clock 1688 More Option Return Adjust Menu Next Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select PC Setting. Press menu to enter the PC Setting menu. Press menu to select Phase. Press channel up to increase the phase.
  • Page 59: Clock

    Clock PC Setting H.Position V.Position Phase Clock 1688 More Option Return Adjust Menu Next Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select PC Setting. Press menu to enter the PC Setting menu. Press menu to select Clock. Press channel up to increase the clock.
  • Page 60: Dos Mode

    DOS Mode PC Setting H.Position V.Position Phase Clock 1688 More option Return Adjust Menu Next More Option DOS Mode Text Color Temp User User R : User G : User B : Return Adjust Menu Next Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select PC Setting.
  • Page 61: Color Temperature

    Color Temperature PC Setting H.Position V.Position Phase Clock 1688 More option Return Adjust Menu Next More Option DOS Mode Text Color Temp Standard Return Adjust Menu Next Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select PC Setting.
  • Page 62 More Option DOS Mode Text Color Temp User User R : User G : User B : Return Adjust Menu Next User The User option enables users to make their own color settings. Press channel up or channel down to select User.
  • Page 63: Miscellaneous Setting

    Miscellaneous Setting Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select Miscellaneous. Press menu to enter the Miscellaneous menu. Miscellaneous English Language Sleeper OSD Display Time Setting More Option Return Select Menu...
  • Page 64: Language

    Language Miscellaneous English Language Sleeper OSD Display Time Setting More Option Return Adjust Menu Next Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select Miscellaneous. Press menu to enter the Miscellaneous menu. Press channel up or channel down to select a language.
  • Page 65: Sleeper

    Sleeper The Sleeper turns the TV off automatically after a set period of time. Miscellaneous English Language Sleeper OSD Display Time Setting More Option Return Adjust Menu Next Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select Miscellaneous.
  • Page 66: Osd Display

    OSD Display When set to Off, the OSD display (source data on top left corner of the TV screen) turns off after approximately 5 seconds. When set to On, the OSD does not turn off automatically. Miscellaneous Language English Sleeper OSD Display Time Setting More Option...
  • Page 67: Time Setting

    Time Setting This setting allows you to set the TV clock. Miscellaneous English Language Sleeper OSD Display Time Setting More Option Return Adjust Menu Next Time Setting -12- Hour : -12- Minute : Return Press menu to enter the OSD menus. Press channel up or channel down to select Miscellaneous.
  • Page 68: More Option

    More Option This setting allows you to set the OSD background, closed caption function, parental control features, and reset the TV. Miscellaneous English Language Sleeper OSD Display Time Setting More Option Return Adjust Menu Next More Option OSD Background C . Caption Parental Reset Return...
  • Page 69 OSD Background This setting allows you to make the OSD background transparent or opaque. More Option OSD Background C . Caption Parental Reset Return Adjust Menu Next Enter the More Option menu. Press channel down to make the background transparent. Press channel up to make the background opaque.
  • Page 70 C. Caption (Closed Caption) This setting allows you to select closed caption subtitles or text information broadcast with the program More Option OSD Background C . Caption Parental Reset Return Adjust Menu Next 1. Closed Caption is only available in the United States of America. Enter the More Option menu.
  • Page 71 Parental The Parental Control Function (V-CHIP) is used to block program viewing based on the ratings sent by the broadcast stations two rating systems for viewing contents, TV Parental Guidelines, and movie ratings. The TV Parental Guidelines work in conjunction with the V-CHIP to help parents screen out inappropriate television programs from their children.
  • Page 72 V-Chip This setting allows you to turn the V-chip functions on or off. Parental V - Chip MPAA Rating TV Rating Change Password Return Adjust Menu Next Enter the More Option menu. Press menu to select Parental. Enter the password number using the remote control keypad.
  • Page 73 MPAA Rating The MPAA rating menu allows you to block or unblock broadcast programs based on their movie rating. MPAA Rating - Allow - - Allow - PG13 - Allow - - Allow - NC17 - Allow - - Allow - Return Adjust Menu...
  • Page 74 TV Rating The TV Rating menu allows you to block or unblock broadcast programs based on their TV rating. TV Rating TV - Y - Allow - TV - Y7 - Allow - TV - G - Allow - TV - PG - Allow - TV - 14 - Allow -...
  • Page 75 Ratings MPAA Ratings – Suitable for a general audience, all children – Parental guidance suggested PG-13 – Parental guidance for children under 13 suggested – Restricted viewing. Parental guidance suggested for children under 17 NC-17 – No-one under 17 allowed to view –...
  • Page 76 Change Password The Change Password function enables you to change the password needed to access Parental Control features. Change Password Confirm Submit Return Adjust Menu Next Enter the More Option menu. Press menu to select Parental. Enter the password number using the remote control keypad.
  • Page 77 Reset The Reset function returns all of your TV’s user settings to their factory defaults. Warning: The reset function will erase all of your custom and favorite channel settings, and will reset all display settings (such as contrast, brightness, etc.) to the factory default values. The reset function cannot be reversed once it begins.
  • Page 78: Taking Care Of Your Tv & Remote Control

    Taking Care of Your TV & Remote Control Note Protect the remote control from shock or vibration to avoid damage. Do not place the remote control in hot or humid locations. Turn the power off before you begin cleaning the For best results, use a clean lens cloth to remove dust and fingerprints from the screen.
  • Page 79: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Situation No picture and sound. No picture, or poor picture, sound is OK. Picture is not in color. Picture is OK, no sound. One of the speakers has no sound. Cannot receive some TV channels using cable TV. Want to reset TV settings. Solution •...
  • Page 80 Situation Cannot operate menus. Forgot parental control password. Screen image turns over. Snow appears on the screen. Blurred or overlapped images. Remote control doesn’t work. Solution • If OSD items are colored in light blue, the system is in a state such that those settings are not available.
  • Page 81: Warranty And Service

    Warranty and Service For complete warranty service information, please refer to the “Warranty and Service Manual” enclosed with your TV.
  • Page 82: Specifications

    Specifications LCD Panel Size Aspect Ratio Display Resolution TV System Video System Audio System Built-in Speakers Power Supply Power Consumption Optional Accessories PC Mode Support Timing Pixel Format Hor. Freq. (kHz) Hor. Polarity Ver. Freq. (Hz) Vertical Polarity 640*400 720*400 640*480 640*480 37.861...
  • Page 83: Glossary

    Glossary The ratio of width to height of a film, image or display Aspect Ratio: screen. Broadcasting video signals using high-frequency Broadcast TV: electromagnetic waves to distribute television channels to viewers (standard TV broadcast). Community Antenna Television, the original name for cable CATV: TV.
  • Page 84 separate channels. Most often used with camcorders, VCRs, and quality receivers and amplifiers to provide sharper pictures.
  • Page 85 is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc. SRS technology is incorpo- rated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.

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