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26” HD Widescreen LCD Television 2611-TLXB...
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As a consumer, you are responsible for ensuring that this product is disposed of properly. To fi nd out how to properly dispose of this product, please go to www.polaroid.com and click on “Company“ or call the customer service number for your country listed in the instruction manual.
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Federal Communications Commission Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Warnings and Precautions Warnings and Precautions To prevent any injuries, the following safety precautions should be observed in the installation, use, servicing and maintenance of this equipment. Before operating this equipment, please read this manual completely, and keep it nearby for future reference.
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Warnings and Precautions ▪ Use and handle the power cord with care. Do not place any heavy objects on the AC power cord. ▪ Do not pull the AC power cord. Do not handle the AC power cord with a wet hand. ▪...
Warnings and Precautions Outdoor Antenna Safety Instructions If an outdoor antenna is connected, follow the precautions below: ▪ An outdoor antenna should not be located in any area where it could come in contact with overhead power lines, or any other electric light or power circuits. ▪...
TABLE OF CONTENTS Federal Communications Commission Statement ......3 Warnings and Precautions Important Safety Instructions ..................4 Antenna Safety Instructions ..................6 Chapter 1 Introducing the LCD TV Key Features ....................... 8 Package Contents ....................... 9 Setting Up Your LCD TV .....................11 Your LCD TV ......................
Chapter 1 Introducing the LCD TV Chapter 1 Introducing the LCD TV Key Features Various Audio/Video terminals for external equipment connection ▪ 2 sets of composite A/V input terminals ▪ 1 set of S-VIDEO terminals ▪ 2 sets of component Video input terminals ▪...
These items are all you need to set up and operate the LCD TV in its basic confi guration. Make sure all of the above contents are included in the package. If you are missing any items, please contact the Polaroid customer service department.
Chapter 1 Introducing the LCD TV Setting Up Your LCD TV How to install the TV Stand Read all instructions before continuing with the stand installation. Attach the Stand the TV with the bottom foam packaging material still attached. Lift foam packaging material from the top of the LCD out of the box. Lift LCD out of the box, with the bottom foam packaging material still attached, and place onto a stable surface.
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Chapter 1 Introducing the LCD TV How to remove the TV Stand If you prefer to mount your new Polaroid TV on a wall instead of attaching it to the stand, please reference the instructions included in the wall mounting kit (sold separately).
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Chapter 1 Introducing the LCD TV How to setup the TV Use a supplied antenna cable to connect the VHF/UHF signal to the LCD TV’s ANT. terminal (refer to page15-17). Connect the AC power cord at the back of the TV and connect the power cord to wall outlet. Insert the 2 batteries supplied in remote control.
Chapter 1 Introducing the LCD TV Your LCD TV Front/Right Side View and Controls The LED light indicates when the LCD TV is activated. Infrared Receiver VOLUME VIDEO1 IN Adjusts the volume up and down. Connects to the composite Selects the main-menu item and change VIDEO Video and Audio output jacks values for items when in the OSD mode.
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Chapter 1 Introducing the LCD TV Rear View and Jacks VIDEO2 IN Connects to the composite VIDEO and AUDIO(L/R) output jacks on external video equipment. HDMI1 IN/HDMI2 IN Connects the all digital AV equipment with HDMI connector.HDMI supports enhanced, high-defi nition video and two-channel digital audio. The AUDIO(L/R) of HDMI IN is for DVI connection.
Chapter 1 Introducing the LCD TV Your Remote Control This package includes a Polaroid remote that enables control of up to four devices. To select a device, simply select one of the following device mode controls: TV, CBL/SAT, DVD/VCR, or AUDIO.
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Chapter 1 Introducing the LCD TV PIP function is not available. Only for other devices function. SET UP CAB/ Displays the OSD menu on the MENU screen. SLEEP DVD MENU ◄ ►▲▼,OK Cycles through OSD options and selects individual menu items. OK confi rms option settings In TV mode, pressing OK to display a channel list...
Chapter 2 Installing the LCD TV Chapter 2 Installing the LCD TV Refer to the owner’s manual of any external equipment to be connected. When connecting any external equipment, do not connect any AC power cords to wall outlets until all other connections are completed. Connecting a TV Cable or an Antenna Antenna Connection The antenna requirements for good color TV reception are more important than those for a black &...
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Chapter 2 Installing the LCD TV Use one of the following two diagrams when connecting an outdoor antenna. A: Shows how to use a VHF/UHF combination outdoor antenna. B: Shows how to use a separate VHF and/or UHF outdoor antenna. A.
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Chapter 2 Installing the LCD TV Cable TV (CATV) Connection This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifi es that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building accurately, or as close to the point of cable entry as possible.
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Chapter 2 Installing the LCD TV Use a supplied antenna cable to connect the TV signal to the LCD TV’s TV CABLE terminal. HDTV/TV Air/CABLE VHF/UHF IN Connect the AC power cord at the back of the TV and connect the power cord to wall outlet. HDTV/TV Air/CABLE VHF/UHF IN...
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Chapter 2 Installing the LCD TV Press the button on the remote to turn on the LCD TV. Main TV(CABLE/AIR) VIDEO1 (SIDE) VIDEO2 (REAR) VIDEO3 (S-VIDEO) VIDEO4 (YPbPr1) VIDEO5 (YPbPr2) VIDEO6 (HDMI1) VIDEO7 (HDMI2) COMPUTER(VGA) button on the remote to display the Input List. Use the ▲▼ buttons to Press the INPUT select TV and press the OK button.
Chapter 2 Installing the LCD TV Connecting a VCR Rear of TV VGA IN HDMI 2 IN HDMI 1 IN AUDIO OUT YPbPr1 IN DIGITAL STEREO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO OPTICAL HDTV/TV Air/CABLE COAXIAL VHF/UHF IN VIDEO AUDIO S-VIDEO AUDIO YPbPr2 IN AUDIO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO2 IN...
Chapter 2 Installing the LCD TV Connecting a Video Camera or Game console Rear of TV Right Side VGA IN HDMI 2 IN HDMI 1 IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO YPbPr1 IN DIGITAL STEREO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO OPTICAL HDTV/TV Air/CABLE COAXIAL VHF/UHF IN VIDEO1 IN VIDEO...
Chapter 2 Installing the LCD TV Connecting a DVD Player Rear of TV VGA IN HDMI 2 IN HDMI 1 IN AUDIO OUT YPbPr1 IN DIGITAL STEREO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO OPTICAL HDTV/TV Air/CABLE COAXIAL VHF/UHF IN VIDEO AUDIO S-VIDEO AUDIO YPbPr2 IN AUDIO S-VIDEO IN...
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Chapter 2 Installing the LCD TV Connect all AC power sources, before turning on the power switch of the LCD TV or other connected equipment. Press the button on the remote to turn on the LCD TV. To watch a DVD, press the INPUT button on the remote to select VIDEO2( METHOD A), or VIDEO3 ( METHOD B), or VIDEO4/VIDEO5 (METHOD C).
Chapter 2 Installing the LCD TV Connecting a Digital TV Cable Box or Digital Satellite Receiver Rear of TV VGA IN HDMI 2 IN HDMI 1 IN AUDIO OUT YPbPr1 IN DIGITAL STEREO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO OPTICAL HDTV/TV Air/CABLE COAXIAL VHF/UHF IN VIDEO AUDIO...
Chapter 2 Installing the LCD TV Connecting an AV Equipment with HDMI Connector Rear of TV VGA IN HDMI 2 IN HDMI 1 IN AUDIO OUT YPbPr1 IN DIGITAL STEREO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO OPTICAL HDTV/TV Air/CABLE COAXIAL VHF/UHF IN VIDEO AUDIO S-VIDEO AUDIO...
Chapter 2 Installing the LCD TV Connecting an AV Equipment with DVI Connector Rear of TV VGA IN HDMI 2 IN HDMI 1 IN AUDIO OUT YPbPr1 IN DIGITAL STEREO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO OPTICAL HDTV/TV Air/CABLE COAXIAL VHF/UHF IN VIDEO AUDIO S-VIDEO AUDIO...
Chapter 3 Using the LCD TV Connecting a PC Rear of TV VGA IN HDMI 2 IN HDMI 1 IN AUDIO OUT YPbPr1 IN DIGITAL STEREO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO OPTICAL HDTV/TV Air/CABLE COAXIAL VHF/UHF IN VIDEO AUDIO S-VIDEO AUDIO YPbPr2 IN AUDIO VIDEO2 IN S-VIDEO IN...
Chapter 3 Using the LCD TV Connecting an Audio Receiver or a Dolby Digital 5.1 Sound System For better sound quality, you may want to use a Home Theater/Stereo System. NOTE: If you have a Home Theater/Stereo System that you would like to use with your new TV, we recommend that you do NOT use your TV’s audio output for this connection.
Chapter 3 Using the LCD TV Chapter 3 USING THE FEATURES Wide Screen Viewing Wide Screen function allows viewing of 4:3/16:9 images in wide screen mode, cycling through the following wide screen settings. Press the ASPECT button repeatedly to select the screen format you want.
Chapter 3 Using the LCD TV Operating the Menu Press the button to turn the LCD TV on. Press the MENU button on the remote control,the on-screen menu will appear on the screen. Use the ◄► buttons to select your main menu option. VIDEO MENU: Allows you to make adjustments to your picture settings.
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Chapter 3 Using the LCD TV TV MENU: Allows you to edit and label channels. Channel Scan Tuner Mode Cable Channel Skip Time Zone Eastern Time Select Exit SETUP MENU: Allows you to set up a variety of features: Language, Closed Caption, factory reset, Parental Control sleep timer.
Chapter 3 Using the LCD TV Customizing the VIDEO Settings Press the button to turn the LCD TV on. Press the MENU button on the remote control to display the Main menu, and use the ◄► buttons to select the VIDEO. Use the ▲▼buttons to highlight an individual VIDEO option, use the ◄►...
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Chapter 3 Using the LCD TV Color temperature Adjusts color components independently to achieve a warm or cool effect: Cool/Middle/Warm/User ▪ Warm: Increases red tint ▪ Nature : Increases natural tint ▪ Cool : Increases blue tint ▪ User : Allows the user to adjust red, green and blue color component levels independently.
Chapter 3 Using the LCD TV Customizing the AUDIO Settings Press the button to turn the LCD TV on. Press the MENU button on the remote control to display the Main menu, and use the ◄► buttons to select the AUDIO. Use the ▲▼buttons to highlight an individual AUDIO option, use the ◄►...
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Chapter 3 Using the LCD TV SPDIF Type Allows to selection of the digital sound format: PCM/OFF/Dolby Digital ▪ PCM: The external audio system is connected to the AUDIO OUT (L/R) of the LCD TV ▪ Dolby Digital: The external audio system is connected to the AUDIO OUT DIGITAL (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) ot the LCD TV ▪...
Chapter 3 Using the LCD TV Customizing the TV Settings Press the button to turn the LCD TV on. Press the MENU button on the remote control to display the Main menu, and use the ◄► buttons to select the TV. Use the ▲▼buttons to highlight an individual TV option, use the ◄►...
Chapter 3 Using the LCD TV Press the ▼ button to select the desired channel, and press the OK button repeatedly to select show ( ) or hide( ) Time Zone Allows selection of regional TV systems of USA: Eastern Time/ Indiana/Central time/Mountain Time/Arizona/Pacifi...
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Chapter 3 Using the LCD TV The SETUP menu includes the following options: OSD Language Selects to display all on-screen menus in your language of choice: English/French/Spanish Time Setup Allows to set the current time. ▪ ON :Selects to display the system current time. ▪...
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Chapter 3 Using the LCD TV Digital Closed Caption: Press the◄►buttons to select the digital closed caption options: Service1/Service2/Service3/Service4/Service5/Service6/OFF Note: The setting here will be applied to each DTV channel Caption Style: Press OK button to customize the settings for digital closed caption option: Custom Caption Style...
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Chapter 3 Using the LCD TV Channel Block Allows to block digital channels. 2 ABC Analog 3 DISC Analog Analog Analog Analog Analog Analog Analog Analog Channel Block Set OK Select Exit Input Block Selects to block a Input source signal V(CABLE/AIR) VIDEO1 (Side) VIDEO2 (S-VIDEO)
Chapter 3 Using the LCD TV Using the Program Block Settings Press the MENU button on the remote control to display the Main menu, and use the ◄► buttons to select the SETUP. Use the ▼ buttons to highlight Parental, and press the OK button. OSD Language English Closed Caption...
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Chapter 3 Using the LCD TV The Parental block menu includes the following options: U.S. TV Ratings Selects to activate the TV Rating programs. U.S. Movie Ratings Selects to activate the MPAA Rating programs Canadian English Ratings Selects to activate the English Rating programs of Canada. Canadian French Ratings Selects to activate the French Rating programs of Canada ▪...
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Chapter 3 Using the LCD TV U.S. TV Ratings The U.S.TV Rating has 2 rating methods: Content-Based Rating and Age-Based Rating. The U.S.TV Rating includes the following options: TV-Y TV-Y7 TV-G TV-PG TV-14 TV-MA Allowed Rating Blocked Rating U.S. TV Ratings Set OK Select Exit AGE-BASED...
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Chapter 3 Using the LCD TV Canadian English Ratings Canadian Englsh Ratings includes the following options: Allowed Rating Blocked Rating Canadian English Ratings Set OK Select Exit RATING DESCRIPTION All children Children 8 years and older General programming Parental guidance Viewers 14 and older Adult programming ▲...
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Specifi cations U.S. Movie Ratings The U.S. Movie Ratings is used for original movies rated by the Motion Picture Association of America(MPAA) as broadcasted on cable TV and not edited for television. U.S. Movie Ratings includes the following options: PG-13 NC-17 Allowed Rating Blocked Rating...
Chapter 3 Using the LCD TV Using the Program Guide The Program Guide feature brings all sorts of information to your screen, such as program title, program duration, time remaining, rating information, closed caption, availability, etc. With the LCD TV connected to a television programming source, press the INPUT button on the remote control and use the ▲▼...
Programming Your Remote Control PROGRAMMING YOUR REMOTE CONTROL Your remote lets you control four devices with one easy-to-use, compact unit. After installing batteries, you can program the remote to control your Universal TV, VCR or DVD, Cable or Satellite Receivers, Amplifi er or Tuner, and Auxiliary devices. To do so, follow the instructions in “Programming a Device”.
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Programming Your Remote Control Searching for your Code If your device does not respond to the remote after trying all codes listed for your brand, or if your brand is not listed, try searching for your code: Press a device key once. Press and hold SET UP until the red LED blinks twice;...
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Programming Your Remote Control Changing Volume Lock The remote comes preset to allow independent volume control of each selected device (Global Volume Unlock). However, you may change the Volume Lock setting to Global Volume Lock so that one device’s volume will control volume in all other modes. After that, you can perform Individual Volume Unlock on a selected device to set its volume control for independent operation or Global Volume Unlock to remove all volume locking.