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.
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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...
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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 NTSC broadcast or cable television channels, and easily connect a VCR, VCD or DVD player to the standard CVBS and S-Video input ports located at the rear and/or side of the unit.
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 •...
Getting Started Control Panel Description Icon Power/ Power LED MUTE/ Mute AUTO/MUTE T/SOURCE Source M/MENU Menu channel up Select channel down channel volume up Adjust volume down volume ( – AV5- Flash card slot (selected models only) Function Turns the TV on and off. / POWER Indicates power status.
Input and Output Jacks Description (R/L/P (R/L/V/S) (R/L/V) (V/L/R/S) ANT (Antenna/ Cable TV line in) Connector Function Use the AV1 input to connect an external device, such as a VCR or a VCD/DVD player with a component output. Audio Input (R/L): red and white audio cables.
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Description DC-IN DVI-D LINE IN LINE OUT (R/L) Earphone line out jack Connector Function Connects to the included power adapter. Connects to a PC’s DVI port. Connects to a PC's line/audio out port. Connects to external stereo speakers. Connects to earphones.
Remote Control Description Menu Arrow Number Last CC/TTX Power Adjust volume Icon Function Press this button to open up the setup menu of TV mode or flash card MENU mode. Press through the on-screen display menus. In flash card mode, use the arrow buttons to navigate menus, and to pan a picture when zooming in on a photo in Photo mode.
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Description Mute Select channel Sound Wide Position Hold PIP/POP Icon Function Press this button to eliminate sound. Press mute again or press the volume adjust buttons to restore sound. Changes channels. Press channel up to increase the channel number. Press channel down to decrease the channel number.
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Description Swap Favorite Return Sleep Display Note: The four squares (red, green, yellow, and blue) have no function when the TV standard is set to NTSC. Icon Function Press this button to swap the PIP or POP pictures. In flash card mode, SWAP use this button to go to the previous page in the menus.
Inserting the Remote Control Batteries Open the battery compartment cover at the back of the remote control (A). Insert the batteries paying attention to the polarity markings inside the battery compartment (B). Replace the battery compartment cover (C).
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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.
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.
Connecting to AV Devices Connect external devices such as VCD / DVD players or VCRs to the TV using the AV1, AV2, AV3, and AV4 ports on the back or side of the TV. Connecting to a VCR/VCD/DVD player using component video The illustration presented here shows how to connect your TV to a VCR / VCD / DVD player using the AV1 component video port.
Connecting to a VCR/VCD/DVD player using S-Video The following illustration shows how to connect the TV to a VCR / VCD / DVD player using the AV2 S-Video port. Actual connections may vary according to the make and model of the device. Refer to the user’s manual included with the camcorder for more detailed instructions.
Connecting to a VCR/VCD/DVD player using composite video The illustration presented here shows how to connect your TV to a VCR / VCD / DVD player using the AV3 composite video port. Actual connections may vary according to the make and model of your device. Refer to the user’s manual included with the AV device for more detailed instructions.
Connecting to a Video Camera using S-Video The following illustration shows how to connect the TV to a camcorder using the AV4 S-Video port. Actual connections may vary according to the make and model of the device. Refer to the user’s manual included with the camcorder for more detailed instructions.
Connecting External Earphones External earphones may be used to listen to the TV rather than using the built-in speakers. Connect external headphones to the earphone line out port as illustrated. Earphone jack( Notes: • External earphones are not included with the TV. •...
Connecting an Amplifier of Speakers Connect an external amplifier of speakers to the line out port to provide better sound quality. Refer to the following illustration. LINE OUT Audio cable Note: Location of the connectors depends on the TV model. Amplifier and speakers Cables and connectors are color-coded (red, white).
Connecting to a PC Connect the TV to your PC to use it as the monitor using the DVI port as shown. Connect the DVI port of the TV to the DVI output of the PC. Connect the line out port of the PC to the line in port of your TV to listen to audio from the PC.
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.
Inserting a compact Flash Card (CF card) Remove the card reader slot cover from the side of the TV. Note: Step 1 depends on which TV model you purchase. If the TV’s card reader slot does not have a cover, you can ignore step 1 and go straight to step 2.
Using the TV Using the Remote Control For best results, use the remote control within a distance of 20 feet (6 meters) from the front of the TV. Do not exceed an angle of 30 degrees when pointing at the TV. Notes •...
Notes: • The TV supports S-Video input in addition to normal video and audio signals. The TV detects the signal type automatically and gives priority to S-Video when two signals are detected at the same time. • AV5 appears on selected models only. Adjusting the Volume Press volume up to increase the volume.
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Press SWAP from the remote control to switch the focus from the PIP to the main source. The PIP identification line disappears and the PIP window border disappears. Press POSITION from the remote control to move the PIP window to one of the four corners of the screen as shown.
Using the Flash card Feature The Flash card feature enables you to view photos, watch movies, and listen to MP3 files on CF cards inserted in the Flash card slot (AV 5). The following describes the Flash card feature. Starting Flash card Insert a CF card into the CF card slot (AV 5).
Remote Control Keys The following table lists the remote control buttons used to operate the Flash card feature. Flash card Button Name Arrow Return Enter Menu Menu Hold Root PIP/POP Slide Show Sleep Zoom CC/TTX Rotate Swap Page Up Position Page Down Function Press these buttons to navigate...
Viewing Photos Use the remote control arrow buttons to select PHOTO. Press enter. A screen appears displaying thumbnails of images on the CF card. Use the arrow buttons to select a thumbnail image. Press enter. The selected thumbnail expands to full screen mode.
Rotating Images Follow these instructions to rotate images when in Photo mode. Put an image in full screen mode as described in the previous section. Press CC/TTX on the remote control. The image is rotated 90 degrees (90°) in a clockwise direction. Note: You cannot rotate an image when the image is being zoomed.
Listening to Music Use the remote control arrow buttons to select MUSIC. Press enter. A screen appears displaying a list of the music stored on your CF card. Use the arrow buttons to select a music file. The selected file starts playing.
Watching Videos Use the remote control arrow buttons to select VIDEO. Press enter. A screen appears displaying thumbnails of the videos on your CF card. Use the arrow buttons to select a video file. Press enter. The selected video file begins playing. Note: Refer to “Movie Setup”...
Using the Setup Menus From the Flash card main screen, press menu to enter the SETUP MENU MAIN PAGE. Use the arrow buttons to select a menu item and press enter to open the selected item. Select EXIT SETUP and press enter to leave the setup menu.
Movie Setup Select MOVIE SETUP and press enter to display the movie setup menu. • Interval Time: Use the arrow buttons to select INTERVAL TIME. Interval time mode has the following options: – FAST: sets an increased interval speed between playback. –...
Adjusting On-Screen Display (OSD) Settings The On-Screen Display (OSD) menu system provides a quick and simple method to adjust your TV's setting. This chapter describes how to change each of the available settings. The OSD menu can be accessed through either the control panel or the remote control.
Picture Setting Press menu to enter the OSD Main Menu screen. Press to enter the PICTURE Menu. Notes: • You can control the OSD with either the remote control or the control panel. • PC picture mode and TV picture mode have different menu items; PC picture mode includes a Backlight adjustment.
Brightness Use the Brightness control to adjust the brightness of the screen image. PICTURE BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST SATURATION SHARPNESS BLACK LEVEL COLOR TEMP PRESET RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE The slider bar shows the current setting. Press to increase the brightness.
Contrast Use the Contrast control to adjust the contrast of the screen image. PICTURE BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST SATURATION SHARPNESS BLACK LEVEL COLOR TEMP PRESET RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE Press The slider bar shows the current setting. Press Press Note: The new setting is confirmed...
Use Hue to adjust the ratio of colors in the screen image. PICTURE BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST SATURATION SHARPNESS BLACK LEVEL COLOR TEMP PRESET RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE Press to select HUE. The slider bar shows the current setting. Press to increase the hue.
Saturation Use the Saturation control to adjust the density of the colors in the screen image. PICTURE BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST SATURATION SHARPNESS BLACK LEVEL COLOR TEMP PRESET RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE Press The slider bar shows the current setting.
Sharpness Use the Sharpness control to adjust the sharpness of the screen image. PICTURE BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST SATURATION SHARPNESS BLACK LEVEL COLOR TEMP PRESET RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE Press to select SHARPNESS. The slider bar shows the current setting.
Backlight (PC mode) Use the Backlight control to adjust the intensity of the screen backlight. This control is only for use in PC mode. PICTURE BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST BACKLIGHT COLOR TEMP PRESET RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE Press to select BACKLIGHT.
Black Level Use the Black Level control to adjust the intensity of the black elements of the screen image. PICTURE BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST SATURATION SHARPNESS BLACK LEVEL COLOR TEMP PRESET RETURN MENU : CLOSE : SELECT : ADJUST Press to select BLACK LEVEL. The slider bar shows the current setting.
Color Temperature Use the Color Temperature control to adjust the color temperature of the screen image. A warm setting will result in an image with a predominantly red hue. A cold setting will result in a bluer image. PICTURE BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST SATURATION SHARPNESS...
Preset Use the Preset function to reset all settings to factory defaults. PICTURE BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST SATURATION SHARPNESS BLACK LEVEL COLOR TEMP PRESET RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE Press to select PRESET. Press . “ON” appears in the brackets. All picture settings are returned to the factory-set default values.
Audio Setting Press menu to enter the OSD Main Menu screen. Press to select AUDIO. Press to enter the AUDIO Menu. Note: You can control the OSD with either the remote control or the control panel. MAIN MENU PICTURE AUDIO MISCELLANEOUS EXIT : SELECT...
Treble Use the treble control to adjust the level of audio treble produced by the TV. AUDIO TREBLE BASS BALANCE TruSurround EALA EARPHONE PRESET RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE The slider bar shows the current setting. Press to increase the treble.
Bass Use the Bass control to adjust the level of audio bass produced by the TV. AUDIO TREBLE BASS BALANCE TruSurround EALA EARPHONE PRESET RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE Press bar shows the current setting. Press Press Note: The new setting is confirmed automatically when the OSD times out.
Balance Use the balance control to alter the audio balance between left and right speakers. AUDIO TREBLE BASS BALANCE TruSurround EALA EARPHONE PRESET RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE Press to select BALANCE. The slider bar shows the current setting.
BBE, TruSurround, and EALA Use the BBE, TruSurround, and EALA control to set the audio output characteristics for the TV. AUDIO TREBLE BASS BALANCE TruSurround EALA EARPHONE PRESET RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE Press TruSurround, or EALA. Press for each effect: –...
Earphone Use the earphone control to set the earphone output volume. AUDIO TREBLE BASS BALANCE TruSurround EALA EARPHONE PRESET RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE Press to select EARPHONE. The slider bar shows the current setting. Press to increase the earphone volume.
Preset Use the Preset function to reset all settings to factory defaults. AUDIO TREBLE BASS BALANCE TruSurround EALA EARPHONE PRESET RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE Press Press the brackets. All audio settings are returned to the factory-set default values.
TV Setting Press menu to enter the OSD Main Menu screen. Press to select TV. Press to enter the TV Menu. Notes: • Operate the OSD with either the remote control or the control panel. • The TV OSD menu is not available if the input source is not TV. MAIN MENU PICTURE AUDIO...
TV/CATV Use the TV/CATV setting to determine whether the TV receives cable TV signals or broadcast TV signals. TV / CATV STEREO AUTO SCAN CH . ADD/ERASE FAV. CHANNEL RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE The current setting is shown in brackets.
Use the MTS function to determine which audio channel is heard from speakers and earphones. TV / CATV STEREO AUTO SCAN CH . ADD/ERASE FAV. CHANNEL RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE Press to select MTS. The current setting is shown in brackets.
Auto Scan Use the Auto Scan function to scan for available channels. TV / CATV STEREO AUTO SCAN CH . ADD/ERASE FAV. CHANNEL RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE Press to select AUTO SCAN. The current setting is shown in brackets.
Channel Add/Erase Use the Channel Add/Erase function to add or erase channels from the TV memory. TV / CATV STEREO AUTO SCAN CH . ADD/ERASE FAV. CHANNEL RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE Press to select CH. ADD/ERASE. The current setting is shown in brackets.
PC Setting Press menu to enter the OSD Main Menu screen. Press to select PC. Press to enter the PC Menu. Notes: • Operate the OSD with either the remote control or the control panel. • The PC OSD menu is not available if the input source is not PC. MAIN MENU PICTURE AUDIO...
DOS Mode Use DOS mode to display computer text, but not graphics, on your TV screen. DOS MODE TEXT RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE The current setting is shown in brackets. Press to toggle the setting between TEXT and GRAPHIC. •...
Miscellaneous Setting Press menu to enter the OSD Main Menu screen. Press to select MISCELLANEOUS. Press to enter the MISCELLANEOUS Menu. Note: Operate the OSD with either the remote control or the control panel. MISCELLANEOUS WIDE 16 : 9 LANGUAGE ENGLISH SLEEPER TIME...
Wide Use the Wide control to set the aspect ratio of the screen. MISCELLANEOUS WIDE 16 : 9 LANGUAGE ENGLISH SLEEPER TIME C. CAPTION PARENTAL RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE Language Use the Language control o set the OSD display language. MISCELLANEOUS WIDE 16 : 9...
Sleeper The sleeper turns the TV off automatically after a set time. MISCELLANEOUS WIDE 16 : 9 LANGUAGE ENGLISH SLEEPER TIME C. CAPTION PARENTAL RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE Press to select SLEEPER. The current setting is shown in brackets.
Time This setting allows you to set the system time. MISCELLANEOUS WIDE 16 : 9 LANGUAGE ENGLISH SLEEPER TIME C. CAPTION PARENTAL RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE TIME SETTING HOUR MINUTE RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE Press to select TIME.
C. Caption (Closed Caption) This setting allows you to select closed caption subtitles or text information broadcast with the program MISCELLANEOUS WIDE 16 : 9 LANGUAGE ENGLISH SLEEPER TIME C. CAPTION PARENTAL RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE 1.
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.
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V-CHIP V-CHIP MPAA RATING TV RATING CHANGE PASSWORD RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE Note To use parental control functions, a password must be entered. The default password is 0000. The password may only be entered using the remote control. If the wrong password is entered, “Wrong Password”...
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V-Chip This setting allows you to turn the V-chip functions on or off. V-CHIP V-CHIP MPAA RATING TV RATING CHANGE PASSWORD RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE Press to toggle the V-CHIP function ON or OFF. Press to select RETURN. Press to return to the PARENTAL submenu.
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MPAA Rating The MPAA rating menu allows you to block or unblock broadcast programs based on their movie rating. MPAA RATING PG13 NC-17 RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE Press to select MPAA RATING. Press to display the MPAA RATING submenu.
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TV Rating The TV Rating menu allows you to block or unblock broadcast programs based on their TV rating. TV RATING TV-Y TV-Y7 TV-G TV-PG TV-14 TV-MA RETURN : SELECT : ENTER MENU : CLOSE Press to select TV RATING. Press to display the TV RATING submenu.
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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 –...
Change Password The Change Password function enables you to change the password needed to access Parental Control features. CHANGE PASSWORD CONFIRM SUBMIT RETURN : SELECT : ADJUST MENU : CLOSE Press to select CHANGE PASSWORD. Press to display the CHANGE PASSWORD screen.
Taking Care of Your TV & Remote Control 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. Do not wipe the shell of the TV with alcohol, methanol, gasoline or oil products to avoid damaging the finish.
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. Solution •...
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Situation Want to reset TV settings. 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 • Use the Reset function in the OSD menu. See “Taking Care of Your TV &...
Specifications LCD Panel Size Aspect Ratio Best Resolution TV System Video System Audio System Built-in Stereo Speakers Amplifier Power Supply Power Consumption Component Format PC Mode Support Timing Pixel Format Hor. Freq. (kHz) Hor. Polarity Ver. Freq. (Hz) Vertical Polarity 640*400 31.47 720*400...
PIP Operation Mode The following table shows which main sources are compatible with PIP and POP sources. Main Source or YC AV2 (S or CVBS) AV3(CVBS) AV4 (S or CVBS) “Front” PIP Source POP Source — — — —...
Glossary The ratio of width to height of a film, image or display Aspect Ratio: screen. A proprietary audio enhancement technology. BBE BBE: compensates for distortion common to loudspeakers. Broadcasting video signals using high-frequency Broadcast TV: electromagnetic waves to distribute television channels to viewers (standard TV broadcast).
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Chromatic purity indicating the amount of white contained Saturation: in a color. Fully saturated colors are pure colors; less saturated colors appear as pastel shades. is the default audio signal belonging to a particular channel. Stereo: Separate video, a video cabling standard used to transmit S-Video: video by keeping brightness (Y) and color information (C) on separate channels.
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BBE, SRS, EALA Statement • Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc. • Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP4638258, 5510752 and 5736897. • BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc. • BBE High Definition Sound restores clarity and presence for better speech intelligibility and musical realism.