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  • Page 1 17" LCDTV TW1730 User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Warning! Important Safety Instructions

    Warning! Important Safety Instructions CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This symbol indicates high voltage is present inside. It is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this product. This symbol alerts you that important literature concerning operation and maintenance has been included with this product.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    Important Safety Information Always be careful when using your LCD TV. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and other injuries, keep these safety precautions in mind when installing, using, and maintaining your machine. • Read all safety and operating instructions before operating your LCD TV. •...
  • Page 4 Important Safety Information • Avoid overhead power lines. An outside antenna system should not be placed in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, be extremely careful to keep from touching the power lines or circuits.

  • Page 5: Fcc Information

    FCC Information User Instructions The Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement includes the following warning: NOTE: 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Warning! Important Safety Instructions ... 2 Important Safety Information ... 3 FCC Information ... 5 Using the Display Ergonomically ... 7 Using an LCD Mounting Arm... 8 Care and Maintenance ... 9 LCD TV Overview ...10 Remote Control...12 Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas...14 Connecting a VCR or DVD Player...15 Connecting a DTV ...17...

  • Page 7: Using The Display Ergonomically

    Using the Display Ergonomically ● When Using as a Computer Display • Adjust the LCD screen so that it faces slightly downward from your eyes, and maintain a distance of at least 15 inches from your eyes to the panel. •...

  • Page 8: Using An Lcd Mounting Arm

    Using an LCD Mounting Arm Mounting Arm Requirements You can use a variety of wall mount arms with your LCD TV. However, they must meet the following require- ments: ● Must comply with VESA Mount Interface 75mm standard. ● Must be able to sustain the weight of the LCD TV. ●...

  • Page 9: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance Maintenance of the Exterior Cabinet ● Use a soft, dry cloth. If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner, as these might damage the surface of the unit.

  • Page 10: Lcd Tv Overview

    List of Parts Please make sure the following parts are included with your LCD TV. Remote Control & Batteries (1.5V AAA) User’s Guide AC Adapter RF Connection Cable 17" LCDTV TW1730 User's Guide Audio/Video Connection Cables Before Using the TV Power Cord...

  • Page 11: Rear Panel Jacks

    Rear Panel Jacks POWER INPUT CONNECTOR: Connect ONLY to the AC adapter supplied with this product. PC VIDEO INPUT JACK: Connect to a PC monitor output. PC AUDIO INPUT JACK: Connect to a PC audio output. COMPONENT/HD VIDEO (Y, Pb, Pr) INPUT JACKS: Connect to a DVD player or a DTV receiver. COMPONENT/HD AUDIO INPUT JACKS: Connect to a DVD player or a DTV receiver.

  • Page 12: Remote Control

    Remote Control Before Using the TV POWER: Turns the TV on and off. MUTE: Temporarily mutes the sound. LINE: Displays the Composite or S-Video Input. Displays the PC Input. COMPONENT: Displays the Component Video Input. NUMBER BUTTONS : Selects channels directly on the TV. 100: Selects channels 100 or higher.
  • Page 13 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Slide off the cover in the direction of the arrow. Using the Remote Control The remote control works properly in the following range: 20~30 feet from the TV, 10 feet to the left or right of the TV, and within 30 degrees from the remote control sensor of the TV. The remote control does not work properly! Check! Are the polarities (+ and –) of the...

  • Page 14: Connecting Vhf And Uhf Antennas

    Connecting the TV Antenna If you do not have a cable system, you will need to connect an antenna to your TV. Connection Procedures Connect the TV antenna cable..to the ANTENNA INPUT jack on the back panel of the TV. Before Using the TV Antenna Cable...

  • Page 15: Connecting A Vcr Or Dvd Player

    Connecting a VCR or DVD Player Connecting the Video/S-Video and Audio Jack Do not connect the Video cable and the S-Video cable at the same time. You should connect only one cable at a time. Connection Procedures VCR or DVD Player Connect the antenna cable to the ANTENNA IN terminal on the back of your VCR.
  • Page 16 Connecting the Antenna Input Jack Connection Procedures Connect the antenna cable to the ANTENNA IN terminal on the back of the VCR. Connect a coaxial cable between the ANTENNA OUT terminal on the VCR and the antenna terminal on the TV. To watch a video with a VCR (RF Connection) Set the channel select switch on the back of the VCR to 3 or 4.

  • Page 17: Connecting A Dtv

    Connecting a DTV Receiver Connection Procedures DTV Receiver Connect the COMPONENT/HD INPUT jack on the TV and the component video output jack of your DTV receiver with the component video connectors (Y, Pb, and Pr). Connect the left and right COMPONENT/HD AUDIO INPUT jacks of the TV to the component audio output jack of the DTV receiver using the audio cables.

  • Page 18: Connecting An Stb Receiver

    Connecting an STB Receiver Connection Procedures STB Receiver Connect your STB receiver antenna cable to the antenna signal input jack on the STB receiver tuner. Connect the VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT jack of the TV and the video/audio output jack of the STB receiver with the video/audio cables.

  • Page 19: Connecting A Catv Receiver

    Connecting a CATV Receiver Connection Procedures CATV Receiver Connect the cable TV antenna cable to the antenna input jack of the cable TV receiver. Connect the VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT jack of the TV and the video/audio output jack of the cable TV receiver using the video/audio cables (connect the cables to the terminals of the same color).
  • Page 20 Connecting the Antenna Input Jack Connection Procedures CATV Receiver Connect the cable TV antenna cable to the ANTENNA IN jack on the back of the cable TV receiver. Connect a coaxial cable between the ANTENNA INPUT jack of the TV and the antenna output jack of the cable TV receiver.

  • Page 21: Check Before Using

    Check Before Using Please go through the following check list before using the TV. Is the antenna cable connected properly? Is the AC adapter connected properly? ● When you connect the adapter to the unit, turn the power switch on the front panel to “off”, and then connect the adapter cable.

  • Page 22: Watching Tv

    Watching TV Turning the TV On and Off Rotate the power switch on the front panel downward to turn on the unit. ● When you turn the power ON, the screen appears and the POWER/STANDBY light is turned off. ● When you turn the power OFF, the screen goes blank, and the POWER/STANDBY light turns on.
  • Page 23 Viewing the Status Information Press the DISPLAY button on the remote control. The TV will display the input source, picture mode, sound mode, MTS mode, current time, V-chip, and audio signal you are listening to. Adjusting the Volume ● Adjust the volume using the VOL+/– buttons. Muting the Sound ●...

  • Page 24: Memorizing Channels

    Memorizing Channels The LCD TV can memorize and store all available channels for both antenna and cable TV. After the channels are memorized, use the TV CH+/– buttons to scan through them. This eliminates the need to change channels using the number keys. There are three steps for memorizing channels: 1) Select a broadcast source;...
  • Page 25 Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method) The TV automatically searches for all available channels and stores them to memory. This takes approximately one or two minutes. First, select the correct signal source (TV, CATV). See steps 1~4 on the previous page. Select AUTO PROGRAM using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button.
  • Page 26 Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) You can use this function to add channels and to delete unwanted channels after the auto channel search is complete. Press the MENU button. ● The OSD MENU is displayed. Select CHANNEL SETUP using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button.

  • Page 27: Changing Channels

    Changing Channels You can change channels on your LCD TV by using the TV CH+/- buttons, or by direct selection using the number buttons. You can use the number buttons to tune to any channel (even one that has been erased or has not been memorized). Using the CHANNEL buttons Press the TV CH+/- buttons to change channels.

  • Page 28: If Picture Quality Is Poor Or Unstable

    If Picture Quality is Poor or Unstable Use fine tuning to adjust a particular channel for better picture quality when noise interferes, color quality is poor, or the screen is unstable. Select the channel to tune using the numeric or channel buttons. Press the MENU button.

  • Page 29: Lna (Low Noise Amplifier)

    LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) If the TV is operating in a weak signal area, sometimes the LNA function can improve the recep- tion (a low noise pre-amplifier boosts the incoming signal). Press the MENU button. ● The OSD MENU is displayed. Select CHANNEL SETUP using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button.

  • Page 30: Selecting The Picture Mode

    Selecting the Picture Mode You can select one of four Picture Modes, or preset video adjustments. These modes include USER, STANDARD, DYNAMIC, or MILD. Shortcut: Press the VIDEO button. ● The video menu changes to USER ➔ STANDARD ➔ DYNAMIC ➔ MILD. Press the MENU button.

  • Page 31: Manually Adjusting Picture Settings

    Manually Adjusting Picture Settings Press the MENU button. ● The OSD MENU is displayed. Select PICTURE SETUP using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button. Select the desired item to adjust using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button.

  • Page 32: Selecting The Sound Mode

    Selecting the Sound Mode You can select one of four Sound Modes, or preset audio adjustments. These modes include USER, STANDARD, MUSIC, or SPEECH. Shortcut: Press the AUDIO button. ● The Sound Mode changes to USER ➔ STANDARD ➔ MUSIC ➔ SPEECH. Press the MENU button.

  • Page 33: Adjusting The Equalizer

    You can adjust the audio BALANCE and EQUALIZER settings directly. Press the MENU button. ● The OSD MENU is displayed. Select SOUND SETUP using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button. Select BALANCE using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button.

  • Page 34: Choosing A Multi-Channel Sound (Mts) Soundtrack

    Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) Soundtrack Depending on the particular program being broadcast, you can listen to Stereo, Mono, or a Secondary Audio Program (SAP). SAP audio is usually a foreign-language translation, although sometimes it has unrelated information like news or weather. Shortcut: Press the MTS button.

  • Page 35: Changing The Screen Size

    Changing the Screen Size You can adjust the screen size for each video source. Press the ASPECT button. ● The screen size changes to WIDE ➔ NORMAL ➔ ZOOM ➔ PANORAMA (you can only select WIDE or NORMAL in Component and PC input modes.) Screen Size Options WIDE mode NORMAL mode...

  • Page 36: Viewing Picture-In-Picture

    Viewing Picture-in-Picture You can watch two video sources on the screen simultaneously. Shortcut: Press the ON/OFF button. ● Turns the PIP screen on or off. Press the MENU button. ● The OSD MENU is displayed. Select FUNCTION SETUP using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button.
  • Page 37 You can change the video source of the PIP window to any externally connected device. Shortcut: Press the SOURCE button. ● The source of the PIP window is changed to the next video signal of any externally connected device. Press the MENU button. ●...

  • Page 38: Changing The Pip Window Channel

    Changing the PIP Window Channel When the PIP window shows normal broadcasting (TV and CATV) channels, you can change the PIP window channel. Shortcut: Press the PIP CH+/- buttons when the PIP window is displayed. ● The PIP window channel is changed. Press the MENU button.

  • Page 39: Changing The Position Of The Pip Window

    Selecting Audio in the PIP Screen Mode You can select the desired audio source from either the main screen, or the PIP window. Press the SOUND button. ● The audio source is changed between MAIN and SUB. When MAIN is selected: Audio from the main screen is heard. When SUB is selected: Audio from the PIP window is heard.

  • Page 40: Changing The Border Color Of The Pip Window

    Changing the Border Color of the PIP Window You can change the border color of the PIP window. Press the MENU button. ● The OSD MENU is displayed. Select FUNCTION SETUP using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button.

  • Page 41: Freezing The Picture

    Freezing the Picture You can freeze a single frame while you are watching TV. Press the FREEZE button. ● The current frame is frozen. Press FREEZE again to resume. ● Even if the picture has been frozen, the audio sound continues normally. ●...

  • Page 42: Setting The Clock

    Setting the Clock Setting the clock is necessary for using the various timer features of the TV. Press the MENU button. ● The OSD MENU is displayed. Select FUNCTION SETUP using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button. Select TIME SETUP using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button.

  • Page 43: Setting The On/Off Timer

    Setting the On/Off Timer You can set the On/Off Timer to automatically turn the TV on or off at a desired time. The current time has to be set in order to use the On/Off Timer. Press the MENU button. ●...
  • Page 44 Turning On At 6:10 AM Move to the Hours using the VOL+ but- ton and then set the Hour to AM 6 using the TV CH+/- buttons. Move to the Minutes using the VOL+ button and then set the Minutes to 10 using the TV CH+/- buttons.

  • Page 45: Selecting The On Timer Channel / Volume

    Selecting the ON Timer Channel / Volume You can set the channel and volume to play when the TV is turned on by the Timer. Press the MENU button. ● The OSD MENU is displayed. Select FUNCTION SETUP using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button.

  • Page 46: Setting The Sleep Timer

    Setting the Sleep Timer You can have the TV shut off automatically after a desired period of time. Shortcut: Press the SLEEP button. ● The Sleep mode is changed to SLEEP OFF → SLEEP 10 → SLEEP 20 → SLEEP 30 → SLEEP 60 →...

  • Page 47: Blue Screen Function

    BLUE SCREEN Function You can have the TV display a blue screen instead of picture noise when weak video signals are received. Press the MENU button. ● The OSD MENU is displayed. Select FUNCTION SETUP using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button.

  • Page 48: Melody Function

    MELODY Function If the MELODY function is turned on, a melody plays whenever the TV is turned on or off. Press the MENU button. ● The OSD MENU is displayed. Select FUNCTION SETUP using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button.

  • Page 49: Reset Function

    RESET Function You can reset all TV settings to their factory defaults. Press the MENU button. ● The OSD MENU is displayed. Select FUNCTION SETUP using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button. Select RESET using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button.

  • Page 50: Viewing Closed Caption Information

    Viewing Closed Caption Information Your TV decodes and displays the closed captions that are broadcast along with some television shows. These captions are usually subtitles for the hearing impaired or translations into other lan- guages. All VCRs record the closed caption signal from television programs, so prerecorded video tapes can also deliver closed-caption information.
  • Page 51 Select caption ON using the TV CH+/- buttons. ● Misspellings and unusual characters sometimes occur in closed caption transmissions, especially those of live events. There may be a small delay before captions appear when you change channels. This does not indicate the TV is malfunctioning.

  • Page 52: Using The V-Chip

    Using the V-Chip The V-Chip feature automatically blocks programming that is deemed inappropriate for children. The user must first enter a password before any of the V-Chip restrictions can be set up or changed. Note: The V-chip doesn’t function when the Picture-in-Picture is active. Setting Up Your Password Press the MENU button.
  • Page 53 Select CHANGE PASSWORD using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button. ● The Change Password screen will appear. Choose any 4 digits for your password and enter them. As soon as the 4 digits are entered, the “CONFIRM NEW PASSWORD”...

  • Page 54: How To Enable/Disable The V-Chip

    Using the V-Chip How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip Select V-CHIP using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button. ● The “Enter Password” screen will appear. Enter your 4-digit password. The default password for a new TV set is “0-0-0-0.” After entering a valid password, the “V-CHIP SETUP”...
  • Page 55 How to Set up Restrictions Using the “TV guidelines” First, set a password and enable the V-Chip (see previous section). Parental restrictions can be set using either of two methods: TV GUIDELINES or MPAA RATING. Select V-CHIP using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button.
  • Page 56 Using the V-Chip At this point, one of the TV-GUIDELINES is selected. Press the VOL+ button: Depending on your existing setup, a letter “U” or “B” will be selected (U: Unblocked, B: Blocked). ● Press the TV CH+/- buttons to block or unblock the category. Press the VOL+ button.
  • Page 57 How to Set up Restrictions Using the MPAA Ratings: G, PG, PG-13, R, NC-17, X The MPAA rating system uses the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) system, and its main application is for movies. Eventually, movie videocassettes will be encoded with MPAA ratings. When the V-CHIP LOCK is ON, the TV will automatically block any programs that are coded with objectionable ratings (either MPAA or TV-Ratings).
  • Page 58 Using the V-Chip Repeatedly press the the TV CH+/- buttons to highlight a particular MPAA category. ● The MPAA categories are as follows. PG-13 PG-13 (Parents strongly cautioned). NC-17 No children under age 17. While a particular category is highlighted, press the VOL+ button to activate it.
  • Page 59 How to Continue Watching after the V-Chip Blocks a Channel If the TV is tuned to a restricted channel, the V-CHIP will block it. The screen will prompt you to “ENTER PASSWORD.” Enter the correct password to temporarily cancel the V-Chip and resume normal viewing. ●...

  • Page 60: Connecting To A Pc

    Connecting to a PC Connection Procedures Connect the PC INPUT-VIDEO jack of the TV and the monitor output jack of the PC using the D-Sub cable. Connect the PC INPUT - AUDIO jack of the TV and the audio output jack of the PC with the audio cable.

  • Page 61: Configuring A Pc

    Configuring a PC The following PC screen configuration procedures may differ depending on the model of your PC. This product supports DDC (Display Data Channel) to enable the automatic configuration of the screen. PC Configuration Procedures 1. In WINDOWS 98/ME/2000/XP, select Start →...

  • Page 62: Adjusting The Pc Picture Quality

    Operation Adjusting the PC Picture Quality Adjusting the Frequency If vertical bars appear on the PC screen, adjust the frequency. Press the MENU button. ● The OSD MENU is displayed. Select PC SETUP using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button.
  • Page 63 Operation Adjusting the Phase If vertical lines and letters are blurred on the PC screen, adjust the phase. Press the MENU button. ● The OSD MENU is displayed. Select PC SETUP using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button. Select PHASE using the TV CH+/- but- tons and adjust the phase using the VOL+ button.

  • Page 64: Adjusting The Picture Position

    Adjusting the Picture Position If the picture is not centered on the screen, you can adjust the horizontal and vertical position. Adjusting the Horizontal Position Press the MENU button. ● The OSD MENU is displayed. Select PC SETUP using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button.
  • Page 65 Operation Adjusting the Vertical Position Press the MENU button. ● The OSD MENU is displayed. Select PC SETUP using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button. Select V_POSITION using the TV CH+/- buttons and adjust the vertical position using the VOL+ button.

  • Page 66: Pc Reset Function

    Operation PC RESET Function Press the MENU button. ● The OSD MENU is displayed. Select PC SETUP using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button. Select RESET using the TV CH+/- buttons and then select using the VOL+ button.

  • Page 67: Auto Set

    Auto Set You can have the TV adjust the frequency and phase of the PC screen automatically. Press the MENU button. ● The OSD MENU is displayed. Select PC SETUP using the TV CH+/- buttons and then press the VOL+ button. Select AUTOSET using the TV CH+/- buttons and then select using the VOL+ button.

  • Page 68: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If your TV seems to have a problem, please refer to the following troubleshooting guide before contacting a service center. If none of these tips apply, do not attempt to repair the product yourself. Call your nearest service center. ■...
  • Page 69 First try the following list of possible problems and solutions. If the symptom continues, turn the TV off, and call your nearest service center. Symptom Possible Problem “No input signal” message Input signal connection is appears. incorrect. Input signal is not supported by the LCD TV.

  • Page 70: Specifications

    Dimension Monitor Alone Weight Accessories ❇ This device has been registered in regards to EMI for residential use. It may be used in all areas. TW1730 17”WIDE 14.6” x 8.75” (370.56 ✕ 222.336mm) 0.2895 ✕ 0.2895mm TFT LCD Up/Down: 176 degrees , Left/Right: 176 degrees...

  • Page 71: Appendix

    Appendix Standard Signal Mode Table A TFT LCD TV is configured to support the following 10 signal modes. A user can register up to 10 modes. Configure the PC display mode referring to the following table. For configuration procedures, refer to the Appendix of your PC manual. Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency Resolution PIP Screen Configuration Table...

  • Page 72: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty Who Provides the Limited Warranty During the warranty period, the GoVideo Warranty Administrator will honor LCD TV service for 90 days labor, 1 year parts from the original date of consumer purchase. See below for Commercial, Industrial or Educational use coverage.

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