Westinghouse flat panel television user manual (39 pages)
Summary of Contents for Westinghouse SK-19H210S
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CONTENTS WELCOME Package Contents Contacting Westinghouse Digital PRODUCT SAFETY Important Notice Concerning Power Cord Selection FCC Compliance Statement Product Safety Instructions —Other Notices Antenna Installation Safety —Outdoor Antenna Grounding —Lightning —Power Lines INTRODUCTION: THE BASICS Digital Television (DTV) High Definition Television (HDTV)
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HDTV OPERATION About the On Screen Display (OSD) OSD Menus & Features —Settings Video Menu —Audio Menu —Color Menu —Setup Menu —Quick Setup Menu —Advanced Setup Menu —Lock Menu —reset of Setup Menu —Guide Menu —About Parental Controls —Input Menu APPENDIX 19-inch High Definition LCD TV Specifications Troubleshooting...
Westinghouse. This User Manual was created to ensure simple, safe setup and use of all the features offered by your new HDTV. Package Contents In addition to your new Westinghouse HDTV and this User Manual, you’ll also find the following: Quick Setup Guide...
PRODUCT SAFETY WARNING: This device must be operated with the original power supply, part number DPS-210 EP 2 C. CAUTION: The power supply outlet should be located near High Definition LCD TV and should be easily accessible. Always use the appropriate AC cord that is certified for your specific country. Some examples are listed below: USA...UL Canada...CSA...
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If a BNC cable is used, use only a shielded BNC (5) cable. Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications not expressly approved by Westinghouse Digital will void the user's authority to operate this device.
You may be seriously injured if you touch them. Always handle your LCD display with care when moving it. If the High Definition LCD TV emits smoke, abnormal noise, or a strange odor, immediately turn it off and contact the Westinghouse Service Center.
PRODUCT SAFETY Antenna Installation Safety Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the High Definition LCD TV, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to prevent voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANS/NFPA 70, provides information on proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
INTRODUCTION: THE BASICS Digital Television (DTV) Television broadcasting is changing. By February of 2009, traditional analog TV transmissions (the standard since TV’s inception) will cease to exist, in compliance with a federal mandate requiring all U.S. television stations to convert from analog to the new digital television (DTV) standards.
INTRODUCTION: THE BASICS About the Digital Television Picture Your new Westinghouse High Definition LCD TV has a built-in HDTV/NTSC tuner, meaning it can receive both analog and digital broadcasts from your antenna, cable or satellite service. But because not all broadcasters have converted to the new DTV standards, it’s important to understand some fundamentals of the digital...
INTRODUCTION: THE BASICS About Digital Channels Currently, all broadcasters have an analog TV channel and a digital TV channel. The digital bandwidth has the capability of accommodating more than one program stream because each broadcaster’s assigned digital channel carries a 19.39-megabit-per-second (Mbps) digital data stream.
INTRODUCTION: The Basics The Electronic Program Guide (EPG) Your Westinghouse High Definition LCD TV features an on-screen interactive Electronic Program Guide (EPG) that allows you to review program information, as well as navigate through any available minor programming. To access the EPG, push the “Guide” button on the lower left side of your remote, scroll to the “EPG”...
INTRODUCTION: CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS Front View Use buttons on the right front side of your HDTV (or keys on remote control) for On Screen Display (OSD), volume adjustment, channel selection, source, and turning power on or off. “IR” RECEIVER SPEAKERS Side-Mounted Controls CONTROLS 1.
INTRODUCTION: CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS Rear Right/Left Spine-Mounted Connectors See pages19-20 for more information about connecting cable/satellite receivers, game consoles, VCR and DVD player/recorders, audio devices and your personal computer. LEFT SIDE CONNECTORS Connect personal computer using a 15-pin VGA cable HDMI Connect external HDMI device like a DVD, cable/satellite receiver or personal computer (using...
INTRODUCTION: CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS Quick Reference: HDTV Connection YPbPr The “Y” stands for the luminance of the signal; Pb and Pr refer to the color difference signals (“b” for blue, “r” for red). Provides improved color bandwidth over S-Video or composite video connections. HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) Provide superior level of digital video quality;...
INTRODUCTION: CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS Inserting Remote Control Batteries Remove the battery compartment cover Insert the batteries corresponding to the (+) and (−) marks inside the battery compartment Reattach cover Precautions: Only use AAA batteries Don’t mix new and old batteries, which can result in cracking or leakage and may pose a risk for fire or personal injury Make sure you Insert batteries according to (+) and (−) markings;...
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INTRODUCTION: CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS Remote Control Features 1. POWER Switch the power On/Off 2. PIP Display sub picture On/Off Note: This feature is not available on this 19” HDTV. 3. MUTE Turn the sound On/Off 4. SWAP Switch between PIP and Main Picture Note: This feature is not available on this 19”...
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19. ENTER Make a selection 20. EPG Display Electronic Program Guide 21. INFO Display the source and channel information 22. YPbPr1 Switch to YPbPr1 source 23. PC Switch to VGA source 24. HDMI Switch to HDMI source 25. TV Switch and toggle between DTV and regular TV sources 26.
HDTV/ACCESSORY SETUP Now that you’re familiar with the basics of digital television and the various controls and connections for your HDTV, you’re ready to enjoy its superb picture quality and sound, along with the ultimate convenience of connecting your game consoles, VCR, DVD, audio devices or personal computer.
HDTV/ACCESSORY SETUP Connecting Your Personal Computer Before making any connections, make sure all equipment is turned off. Connection Types VGA Connection —Connect a 15-pin analog VGA cable (not supplied) from your computer’s “VGA OUT” port to the HDTV’s “VGA” port —Connect a stereo mini cable from your computer’s “AUDIO OUT”...
HDTV/ACCESSORY SETUP Connecting Other Accessories Following are the recommended connections to ensure optimal enjoyment of your accessory equipment with your HDTV. Before making any connections, make sure all equipment is turned off. DVD or Game System Connect your DVD player or gaming system using the YPb/Pr and Audio (Right/Left) connectors on the HDTV to (cable not supplied) You can also connect your DVD player using the HDTV’s HDMI port (HDMI cable not supplied...
HDTV OPERATION About the On Screen Display (OSD) Your HDTV’s On Screen Display (OSD) conveniently integrates all functions required for setup and operation. There are two ways you can access the OSD—either by pressing the remote control’s “Menu” button (located just below the volume controls on the left side of the remote), or by pressing the “Menu”...
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HDTV OPERATION Settings Video Menu (while in PC input) Video Menu Features Modes Reset Brightness Contrast Sharpness Backlight PC Input Adjustment Descriptions Choose one of the preset modes Reset all video adjustments back to default Adjust the black level of the picture Adjust the white level of the picture Adjust picture clarity Set HDTV lamp illumination intensity...
HDTV OPERATION Audio Menu The “Settings Audio” menu let you precisely configure your audio preferences to optimize your listening experience. Audio Menu Features Reset Treble Bass Balance SRS * Multi-track Sound/MTS SRS, SRS and are Trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. SRS technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.
HDTV OPERATION Color Menu The “Settings Color” menu provides a broad array of functions you’ll use during any color adjustments on the screen. Color Menu Features Reset Saturation Tint Color Temp Feature/Sub-Menu Descriptions Reset all color settings back to factory default Adjust color intensity Adjust color tone between red and green Select one of preset color temperature or adjust each Red,...
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HDTV OPERATION Setup Menu The “Setup” menu allows you setup some of the advanced features of this HDTV. These features include ATSC/NTSC/ClearQAM terrestrial or Cable service, WDE patent pending AutoSource technology, Screen Format conversion, Audio Output selection, Power on Plug and OSD languages.
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HDTV OPERATION Quick Setup Menu in DTV and TV inputs The “Quick Setup” menu lets you easily setup your HDTV to watch the new digital broadcasting as well as regular TV content. Note: Make sure you run Quick Setup for both DTV and regular TV inputs before watching any programs.
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HDTV OPERATION Advanced Setup Menu in DTV and TV inputs The “TV Advanced Setup” menu finds any available programs for you if you know the actual physical frequency and need to set additional functions such as Closed Caption or Caption Service for your HDTV Advanced Setup at DTV input Advanced Setup at regular analog TV input...
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Advanced Setup Menu Type in an actual physical frequency to see if there are any Manual Scan programs available CC/TT Select one of Closed Caption or Text modes Select one of the caption services available in some of the digital Caption Service broadcasting contents.
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HDTV OPERATION Lock Menu in DTV and TV inputs The “LOCK” menu allows you to set proper lock or unlock certain programs based on its ratings. Lock Menu Enter Password New Password Confirm Password Movie * For additional information on Parental Control functions, please see “About Parental Controls,”...
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HDTV OPERATION The rest of Settings Menu Settings Menu Select the desired screen format between Screen Select Speaker Output Option Audio or the audio output format between Dolby and PCM from available digital TV contents Power Turn on and off Power On Plug Set display language and OSD time out in seconds AutoSource Turn on and off WDE’s AutoSource feature...
HDTV OPERATION Guide Menu Guide Menu Under DTV input Under other inputs Function Descriptions Display EPG information as shown above Display Install Matrix Help Guide...
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HDTV OPERATION About Parental Controls The Parental Controls feature allows you to block TV programs based on various ratings systems, as well as to lock out the HDTV’s right side-mounted controls. The first time you enter the “Parental Control” menu, you will be taken to the password sub-menu to set up your four-digit password, which is required for using this feature.
HDTV OPERATION Parental Controls Movie Rating menu allows you to lock or unlock programming according the US MPAA rating system. US MPAA Rating System Descriptions & Definitions NR (Not available) G (General audience) PG (Parental guidance suggested) PG-13 (Parents strongly cautioned) R (Restricted0 NC 17 (No one 17 or under...
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HDTV OPERATION Parental Controls US TV Ratings & Content This sub-menu allows you to block programming according to US TV Ratings as well as content type. US TV Ratings & Content Sub-Menu Rating TV Y All children TV Y7 Directed to older children TV G General audience TV PG...
HDTV OPERATION Input Menu To change the Main Picture source, press the Input button on the remote to display the Main Picture (MP) input menu. When the input menu is on, use the up/down arrows to scroll through all inputs and the press enter to switch to the highlighted one.
APPENDIX: 19-inch High Definition LCD TV Specifications Model Name Type Panel Color Aspect Ratio Viewing Angles Input Signal Video/Audio Output Signal HDTV Compatibility PC Compatible Recommended Supported Speaker Output Power Voltage Operating Temperature Storage Operating Humidity (Relative) Storage Operating Altitude Storage Dimensions Physical...
APPENDIX: Troubleshooting No Power Make sure power cord is securely connected to the “AC In” jack on the back of the High Definition LCD TV. Make sure AC power cord is securely connected to the AC socket. Plug another electrical device (such as a radio) to the power outlet to verify that the outlet is supplying the proper voltage.
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Parental Control Password is “LOST” While rare, if this should happen, select “PASSWORD EDIT” and enter “0000” to reset the password. Where Can I Find More Help? Log on to: www.westinghousedigital.com Contact Westinghouse Customer Service at (866) 287-5555 or write us at service@westinghousedigital.com...
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High Definition LCD TV screen or case. Some chemical cleaners have been reported to damage the screen and or High Definition LCD TV case. Westinghouse Digital will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners.