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Emerson LC320EM3F Owner's Manual

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There is a slight variation of the content of depending on the serial number.
Please check the serial number of your TV located on the side of the unit.
If the serial number of the TV starts with ME3A, please refer to LC320EM3F
If the serial number of the TV starts with ME1A or ME2A, please refer to
LC320EM3F A

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  • Page 1 Please check the serial number of your TV located on the side of the unit. If the serial number of the TV starts with ME3A, please refer to LC320EM3F If the serial number of the TV starts with ME1A or ME2A, please refer to...
  • Page 2 EMERSON AND THE G-CLEF LOGO ARE REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF EMERSON RADIO CORP., MOONACHIE, NEW JERSEY, U.S.A. LC320EM3F 32” LCD TV EN Owner's Manual ES Manual del Propietario FR Manuel du Propriétaire EN Need help? Please call toll free or visit our web site below ES ¿Necesita ayuda?

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    If installed onto a ceiling or slanted wall, the TV and Wall M4 x 0.787” (20mm) Mount Bracket may fall which could result in a severe injury. LC320EM3F • Do not use screws that are longer or shorter than their Washer 0.078”(T2mm)

  • Page 4: Trademark Information

    3) Connect the apparatus into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. 4) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Trade Name: Emerson Responsible Party: FUNAI CORPORATION, Inc. Model: LC320EM3F Address: 19900 Van Ness Avenue, Torrance, CA 90501 U.S.A.

  • Page 5: Child Safety

    Child Safety...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    English INTRODUCTION Features • DTV / TV / CATV You can use your remote control to select channels which are broadcast in digital format and conventional analog format. Also, Contents cable subscribers can access their cable TV channels. Information Display (ATSC only) •...

  • Page 7: Supplied Accessories

    Supplied Accessories Attaching the Base You must attach the base to the unit to have it as a table top Owner’s Manual Quick Start Guide Registration card unit. Be sure the front and rear of the base match the proper direction.

  • Page 8: Remote Control Function

    English Remote Control Function 1 SOURCE p. 12 ➠ 2 SLEEP p. 12 ➠ SOURCE 3 BACK p. 14 ➠ SLEEP FREEZE FORMAT 4 ▲/▼/◄/►(cursor) p. 11 ➠ BACK 5 MENU p. 15 ➠ 6 OK p. 11 ➠ 7 VOL p.

  • Page 9: Control Panel

    Control Panel 1 VOLUME p. 12 ➠ Press to adjust the volume up ( ) / down ( ) or to move left ( ) / right ( ) when selecting menu items. 2 CHANNEL ▲/▼ p. 13 ➠ Press to select channels or to move up (▲) / down (▼) when selecting menu items.

  • Page 10: Terminals

    English Side Panel Terminals 8 USB Terminal p. 27 ➠ Use this terminal only to play back the picture (JPEG) and video (Motion JPEG) fi les stored on a USB storage device, or when software update is needed. 9 HDMI 2 Input jack p.

  • Page 11: Preparation

    PREPARATION Connection to Cable Receiver or Satellite Box Use an HDMI or Component Video cables to connect the HDMI or the Component Video Input jacks of the unit to the No supplied cables are used with these connections: HDMI or the Component Video output jacks of the cable •...

  • Page 12: Initial Setup

    English Use ◄/► to select the desired location setting, then press These operations are accessible by remote control. Some may also be accessible by controls on the main unit. Initial Setup Initial Setup Select “Retail” or “Home” for your location. This section will guide you through the unit’s initial setting which includes selecting a language for your on-screen menu Home...

  • Page 13: Watching Tv

    WATCHING TV Switching Each Input Mode can easily switch with the remote control between TV (ATSC or NTSC) and external devices when they are connected to the unit. Press SOURCE or CH ▲ repeatedly to cycle through the input modes. e.g.) Source 11.1...

  • Page 14: Freeze Mode

    English Freeze Mode can freeze the image shown on the TV screen for 5 minutes. Press FREEZE to freeze the image. Freeze • The sound output will not be paused. • To cancel freeze mode, press any buttons except y. TV Screen Display Mode 5 types of display modes can be selected when the broadcasting station is sending 16:9 or 4:3 video signal.

  • Page 15: Tv Screen Information

    TV Screen Information You can display the currently selected channel or other You can turn on ECO Mode to conserve power. information such as the audio mode on the TV screen. Press ECO once to turn on ECO Mode and reduce In the digital mode, the detailed broadcasting information power consumption.

  • Page 16: Using Functions

    English USING FUNCTIONS This section describes the overview of the main menu displayed when you press MENU. The main menu consists of the function setting items below. Press MENU to display Use ▲/▼ to select a desired menu and an item, then press OK to determine the setting.
  • Page 17 Picture Sound Before you begin: Before you begin: You must set [Home] in [Location]. p. 23 You must set [Home] in [Location]. p. 23 ➠ ➠ Otherwise, the settings you adjusted will not be memorized Otherwise, the settings you adjusted will not be memorized after the unit goes into standby mode.
  • Page 18 English TV Speakers Autoprogram Select the audio output from the unit’s speakers, or not. If your If you switch wires (e.g. between antenna and CATV) or if you amplifi er is HDMI link function compatible and connected by move the unit to a different area after the initial setting, or if an HDMI cable to this unit, some sound operations such as you restore the DTV channels you deleted, it is recommended volume up can be changed by using this unit’s remote control.
  • Page 19 Channel List Antenna Confi rmation ATSC The channels selected here can be skipped when selecting the channels using CH ▲/▼. This function lets you check the digital signal strength of each Those channels can still be selected with the Number buttons. channel.
  • Page 20 English Closed Caption Note • [Digital Caption Service] that you can switch differs depending on You can view closed captioning (CC) for TV programs, the broadcast description. movies and news. Closed caption refers to text of dialog or descriptions displayed on-screen. C.
  • Page 21 Note Child Lock Picture • Closed caption will not be displayed when you are using an HDMI Channel Lock connection. Sound US Movie Ratings Lock • To show the closed caption on your TV screen, broadcast signal US TV Ratings Lock must contain the closed caption data.
  • Page 22 English US Movie Ratings Lock US TV Ratings Lock Picture Picture Sound Sound NC-17 TV-MA TV-14 Setup Setup PG-13 TV-PG Features Features TV-G TV-Y7 Language Language TV-Y Select View / Block Back Select View / Block Back Sub Rating Category Rating Rating Category...
  • Page 23 Clock, Phase Use ◄/► to adjust [Clock] setting to stabilize the PC screen You can turn on ECO Mode to conserve power. and [Phase] setting to improve the clarity of the PC screen. Use ▲/▼ to select [ECO], then press OK. Cursor ◄...
  • Page 24 English Auto TV On E-Sticker This unit will turn on when the power on signal is sent from When you select [Location] to [Retail] store, E-Sticker your connected fun-Link device. (Electronic Sticker) is displayed. E-Sticker can be turned Off using procedure below. Use ▲/▼...
  • Page 25 Item Detail Press 1 to display file details below. ➀ [Name], [Album], [Date], [Size] and [Next]. More Detail This unit can play picture (JPEG) and video (Motion JPEG) fi les. Press 1 again to remove file details. Use the USB storage device that contains those fi les. Press 4 or OK to start the slide show.

  • Page 26: Connecting Devices

    English CONNECTING DEVICES Note • The unit recognizes only a USB storage device. • Do not use a USB hub or an extension cable to connect an external hard disk drive to the unit. (Not supported.) • A USB storage device is always inserted to this unit directly. No supplied cables are used with these connections: •...
  • Page 27 Composite Video Connection Note Composite Video connection offers standard picture quality • Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo (a certified HDMI cable). High Speed HDMI cable is recommended for the better for video devices connected to the unit. If you connect to the compatibility.
  • Page 28 English PC Connection USB Storage Device This unit offers easy playback of picture (JPEG) and video This unit is equipped with a PC input jack. If you connect this (Motion JPEG) files. unit to your PC, you can use this unit as a PC monitor. Insert the USB storage device into the USB terminal shown Use a VGA cable for this Video connection and it requires a below.

  • Page 29: Useful Tips

    USEFUL TIPS Question Answer • Check the antenna or cable connection to the main unit. • Check the batteries of the remote control. • Check if there is an obstacle between the infrared sensor window and the remote control. • Test the signal output use [IR Signal Check].
  • Page 30 English Symptom Remedy • Check if the power is on. • Check if the correct input mode is selected. • Check whether all the cables to the unit are connected to the correct output jack of your device like Blu-ray / DVD recorder. •...

  • Page 31: Glossary

    INFORMATION Glossary Maintenance ATSC Cabinet Cleaning Acronym that stands for Advanced Television Systems Committee and the name of the digital broadcasting standards. • Wipe the front panel and other exterior surfaces of the Aspect Ratio unit with a soft cloth. •...

  • Page 32: General Specifications

    English General Specifications Other Specifications Terminals TV format ATSC / NTSC-M TV standard Closed Caption system Antenna Input VHF / UHF / CATV 75 Ω unbalanced (F-type) §15.122 / FCC (digital CC) Audio Input RCA jack (L/R) x 2 500mV rms §15.119 / FCC (analog CC) Component / Composite (VIDEO) Video Input jacks for VIDEO Channel coverage (ATSC / NTSC)

  • Page 33: Limited Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY Limited Warranty NINETY (90) DAY LABOR / ONE (1) YEAR PARTS WARRANTY COVERAGE: or a part that has been modified without written company per- This warranty obligation is limited to the terms as set forth mission, or (d) if any serial number has been removed or defaced, below.
  • Page 34 EMERSON AND THE G-CLEF LOGO ARE REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF EMERSON RADIO CORP., MOONACHIE, NEW JERSEY, U.S.A. FUNAI CORPORATION, Inc. 19900 Van Ness Avenue, Torrance, CA 90501 A1AFQUT...
  • Page 35 EMERSON AND THE G-CLEF LOGO ARE REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF EMERSON RADIO CORP., MOONACHIE, NEW JERSEY, U.S.A. LC320EM3F 32” LCD TV EN Owner's Manual ES Manual del Propietario FR Manuel du Propriétaire EN Need help? Please call toll free or visit our web site below ES ¿Necesita ayuda?
  • Page 36 English Contents 1 Notice 6 Upgrade your TV software Checking your current software version 2 Important Upgrading the software Positioning the TV 7 Connecting devices Regulatory notices Environmental care Selecting your connection quality Connecting your devices 3 Get started 8 Useful tips Features Supplied accessories Symbols used in this Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 37 Registering your model with Emerson makes you eligible for all of the valuable benefits listed below, so don't miss out. Complete and return your Product Registration Card at once or visit at www.emersonaudiovideo.com to ensure:...
  • Page 38 If installed onto a ceiling or slanted wall, the TV and Wall Mount M4 x 0.787” (20mm) Bracket may fall which could result in a severe injury. LC320EM3F A • Do not use screws that are longer or shorter than their specified Washer 0.078”(T2mm)

  • Page 39: Notice

    Owner’s Manual. EMERSON and the G-CLEF logo are registered trademarks of Emerson The user could lose the authority to operate this apparatus if an Radio Corp.

  • Page 40: Important

    Do not insert the AC power cord into the power socket outlet before all the connections are made. Emerson pays a lot of attention to produce environment-friendly products in green focal areas. Your new TV contains materials which can •...

  • Page 41: Get Started

    English 3 Get started Supplied accessories Owner’s Manual Quick Start guide Registration card Features Quick Start IMPORTANT • DTV / Analog TV / CATV You can use your remote control to select channels which are broadcast in Digital format and conventional Analog format. Also, cable subscribers can access their cable TV channels.

  • Page 42: Attaching The Base

    English Attaching the base Installing the remote control batteries You must attach the base to the unit to have it as a table top unit. Be sure the front and rear of the base match the proper direction. For large screen TVs, at least 2 people are required for these steps. Slide the battery cover off the back of the remote control.

  • Page 43: Remote Control

    English (POWER-ON / STANDBY-ON) Remote control Press to Turn the unit On and go into Standby mode. To completely Turn Off the unit, you must unplug the AC power cord. AUTO MODE Cycles through preset picture and sound settings. FREEZE Press to freeze screen image.

  • Page 44: Control Panel

    English VOLUME Control panel Press to adjust volume down ( ) / up ( ) or to move left ( ) / right ( ) when selecting menu items. CHANNEL ▲/▼ Press to select channels or to move up (▲) / down (▼) when selecting menu items.

  • Page 45: Connecting The Antenna Or The Cable

    English Connection to Cable Receiver or Satellite Box Connecting the antenna or the cable Use an HDMI or Component Video cables to connect the HDMI or Be sure your antenna or other device is connected properly before the Component Video Input jacks of the unit to the HDMI or the plugging in the AC power cord.

  • Page 46: Initial Setup

    English Use ▲▼ to select the desired location setting, then press OK. These operations are accessible by remote control. Some may also be accessible by control panel on the main unit. Initial setup Retail Initial setup Location Home is recommended for normal home use. Home In the Retail Store mode, all settings are fixed.

  • Page 47: Use Your Tv

    English 4 Use your TV Switching channels Switching on your TV and putting it in standby VOLUME CHANNEL MENU SOURCE POWER mode CHANNEL VOLUME CHANNEL MENU SOURCE POWER POWER To Turn Power On or to Turn Standby On • Press . on the front panel or the remote control. Note •...

  • Page 48: Watching Channels From An External Device

    English Watching channels from an external device Sleep timer Switching Each Input Mode can easily switch with the remote control Sleep timer can set the unit to go into Standby mode after an between TV (DTV or Analog TV) and external devices when they are incremental period of time.

  • Page 49: Switching Audio Mode

    English For 16:9 video signal Switching audio mode Normal Movie expand Full can also be selected after Wide if an HDMI device is selected. This picture format similarly displays like Normal. Digital TV operation Full Wide Zoom (HDMI device only) Press SAP to display the currently selected 11.1 Normal...

  • Page 50: Tv Screen Information

    English TV screen information You can display the currently selected channel or other information such as the aspect ratio on the TV screen. In the Digital mode, the detailed broadcasting information for the current off the air channel such as program title and program guides are displayed.

  • Page 51: Use More Of Your Tv

    English 5 Use more of your TV This section describes the overview of the main menu displayed when you press MENU . The main menu consists of the function setting items below. Displaying the main menu Press MENU to display the main menu. Use ▲▼...

  • Page 52: Picture

    English *You can set a particular about picture quality in Advanced settings. Picture Picture Color alignment Normal Before you begin: Sound Noise reduction You must set Home in Location. p. 26 Setup Black stretch ➠ Otherwise, personalized picture and sound settings will not be Features Dynamic contrast memorized after the unit goes into Standby mode.

  • Page 53: Sound

    English Sound Setup Before you begin: Before you begin: You must set Home in Location. p. 26 Make sure the unit is connected to antenna or cable. ➠ Otherwise, personalized picture and sound settings will not be Press MENU and use ▲▼ to select Setup, then press OK. memorized after the unit goes into Standby mode.

  • Page 54: Channel List

    English • When the scanning and memorizing are completed, the lowest Add channels memorized channel will be displayed. Autoprogram This function lets you add the off the air Analog TV or Analog Cable channels that were not added by the autoprogram due to reception Please wait while the system is scanning for channels.

  • Page 55: Features

    English Analog/Cable TV operation Features Select if you do not want caption service. The primary caption and text services. The CC-1 Press MENU and use ▲▼ to select Features, then press OK. captioning or text is displayed in the same language as the program’s dialog (up to 4 lines of script on the TV screen).

  • Page 56: Child And Ratings Lock

    English Note Picture Channel lock • Digital caption service that you can switch differs depending on the broadcast Sound US movie ratings lock description. • Caption style will not effect if the User setting is set to Off. Setup US TV ratings lock •...
  • Page 57 English To set the sub ratings Setting US movie and TV ratings As for TV-Y7, TV-PG, TV-14 or TV-MA, you can further set the sub US movie ratings lock is the rating system created by MPAA. ratings to block specific elements of programming. To set the sub ratings, US TV ratings lock has controlled access to individual programs based follow the step below.

  • Page 58: Pc Settings

    English Canadian English or Canadian French ratings PC settings You can select the rating for Canadian English or Canadian French This function lets you adjust the PC screen position, clock and phase broadcasting. during PC Input. Use ▲▼ to select Canadian English rating or Use ◄►...

  • Page 59: Fun-Link (Hdmi Cec)

    English Device list fun-Link (HDMI CEC) This function lets you see the product model number or name of This function allows you to operate the linked functions between our connected devices. brand devices with a fun-Link feature and this unit connecting through Use ▲▼...

  • Page 60: Setting Your Location To Home

    English Setting your location to home Language You can set the location of your TV to Home or Retail. Choosing Home gives you full fl exibility to change predefi ned settings for picture and sound. Press MENU and use ▲▼ to select Language, then press OK. Use ▲▼...

  • Page 61: Usb

    English Picture (JPEG) Use ▲▼ to select the desired fi le, then press OK. Your TV is fi tted with a USB connection that enables you to view Your USB Picture Picture photos or watch Motion JPEG fi les stored on a USB Memory Stick. Image1.jpg Picture Connect the USB Memory Stick to the USB terminal on the side of...

  • Page 62: Upgrade Your Tv Software

    • The TV starts up with the new software. For further assistance, please contact Call Center. Note • Only FAT / DOS-formatted portable memory is supported. • Use only software upgrades that can be found on the Emerson web site.

  • Page 63: Connecting Devices

    Note audio cable for Analog Audio signal as well. • Emerson HDMI supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection). HDCP cable receiver or satellite box with is a form of Digital Rights Management that protects high definition content in Blu-ray the DVI output jack discs or DVDs.
  • Page 64 English Component Analog Video Connection Composite Analog Video Connection Component Analog Video connection offers better picture quality for Composite Analog Video connection offers standard picture quality for video devices connected to the unit. video devices connected to the unit. If you connect to the unit’s Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Input jacks, If you connect to the unit’s Composite Video (Y/VIDEO) Input jack, connect Analog Audio cables to the Analog Audio (L/R) Input jacks.
  • Page 65 English The following video signals can be displayed: PC connection Format Resolution Refresh rate HDMI connection (HDMI 1 only) 640 x This unit can be connected to your PC that has a HDMI terminal. Use SVGA 800 x an HDMI cable for this Digital connection. 60Hz 1,024 x 1,280 x...

  • Page 66: Useful Tips

    English 8 Useful tips Question Answer My remote control does not • Check the antenna or cable connection to the main unit. work. • Check the batteries of the remote control. What should I do? • Check if there is an obstacle between the infrared sensor window and the remote control. •...
  • Page 67 English Symptom Remedy Power is ON but no screen • Check whether the connection of the antenna, cable receiver or satellite box is connected correctly. image. • Check whether all the cables to the unit are connected to the correct Output jack of your device like Blu-ray disc / DVD recorder. •...

  • Page 68: Glossary

    English 9 Information Glossary Maintenance Cabinet Cleaning Analog TV (NTSC) Acronym that stands for National Television Systems Committee and the name • Wipe the front panel and other exterior surfaces of the unit with of Analog broadcasting standards. a soft cloth. Off the air Analog TV signals are no longer being sent by major broadcasting •...

  • Page 69: 10 Specifications

    English 10 Specifications Model # LC320EM3F Picture Type WXGA (1366 x 768 pixels 60Hz) Aspect ratio 16:9 Viewing angles 170° (V) by 170° (H) Built-in Digital tuner ATSC / NTSC Sound Mono / Stereo Mono, Stereo, Virtual Surround Sound Power Output (RMS watts)

  • Page 70: 11 Warranty

    English 11 Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY NINETY (90) DAY LABOR / ONE (1) YEAR PARTS WARRANTY COVERAGE: or a part that has been modified without written company per- This warranty obligation is limited to the terms as set forth mission, or (d) if any serial number has been removed or defaced, below.
  • Page 71 EMERSON AND THE G-CLEF LOGO ARE REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF EMERSON RADIO CORP., MOONACHIE, NEW JERSEY, U.S.A. FUNAI CORPORATION, Inc. 19900 Van Ness Avenue, Torrance, CA 90501 A1AFPUT/A1AFNUT...

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