Gateway 23-inch User Manual
23" and 26" lcd tv
Hide thumbs
Also See for 23-inch:
- Specifications (6 pages) ,
- Update manual (2 pages) ,
- User manual (40 pages)
Table of Contents
Advertisement
Quick Links
Advertisement
Table of Contents
Troubleshooting
Related Manuals for Gateway 23-inch
Summary of Contents for Gateway 23-inch
- Page 1 Your Gateway 23" and 26" LCD TV user'sguide Troubleshooting Setting up...
-
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Connecting off-air TV or cable TV ........ - Page 4 A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information ..... . .37 Index ............. . . 43...
-
Page 5: Introducing Your Gateway Lcd Tv
Introducing Your Gateway LCD TV This chapter provides basic information about your Gateway LCD TV. Read this chapter to learn about: ■ Features ■ Warnings and safeguards ■ Package contents ■ Controls and connections... -
Page 6: Features
Chapter 1: Introducing Your Gateway LCD TV Features Your LCD TV features: ■ A bright, flicker-free image ■ Automatic detection and conversion of film content for correct display with minimal motion artifacts (noise) ■ Accurate color processing ■ One component video input source that automatically synchronizes the display to match the incoming source ■... -
Page 7: Important Safeguards
■ Do not place your hands, face, or objects close to the ventilation openings of your LCD TV. The top of your LCD TV gets very hot from exhaust air that is released through the ventilation openings. Burns or personal injuries may occur if you are too close to the LCD TV. - Page 8 Chapter 1: Introducing Your Gateway LCD TV ■ Do not place your LCD TV on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surfaces. ■ Never place your LCD TV near or over a radiator or heat source. ■ Do not install your LCD TV in an enclosed area unless correct ventilation is provided.
-
Page 9: Package Contents
Package contents Package contents Along with your LCD TV, the packaging box contains the following items: Remote control Two AA batteries CATV cable www.gateway.com... - Page 10 Chapter 1: Introducing Your Gateway LCD TV Composite cable (AV cable) Power cord TV antenna cable User guide and Remote control user guide www.gateway.com...
-
Page 11: Accessories
Accessories You can purchase these optional accessories for your LCD TV: ■ Cable kits. Gateway cable kits consist of high-quality gold cables of various lengths, including: DVI-D video cable ■ RCA audio cable ■ RCA component video cable ■ RCA composite video cable ■... -
Page 12: Turning On The Main Power
To turn on the power: Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of your LCD TV, then plug the other end of the power cord into a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector. www.gateway.com... - Page 13 The Status LED on the front turns orange and Main Power your LCD TV is ready to turn on. Press the button on the front of your LCD TV. The Status LED on POWER the front turns green. Warning...
-
Page 14: Front Panel Controls
Chapter 1: Introducing Your Gateway LCD TV Front panel controls MENU INPUT POWER EXIT Menu/ Volume Power/ Exit Status LED Input Channel www.gateway.com... - Page 15 Input Switches between available input sources. Power/Status LED Turns your LCD TV on and off after the MAIN switch is turned on. When you turn your LCD TV on or off, wait three seconds before pressing this button again. Not lit - The power cable is not connected or the Main Power switch ■...
- Page 16 Chapter 1: Introducing Your Gateway LCD TV Connector Headphone jack Plug headphones in here. The built-in speakers are disabled. Video/Audio in Video/Audio in Headphone jack (AV3) Description Connects to a composite audio/video device, such as a video camcorder or digital camera.
-
Page 17: Back Connections
Connects to an RGB video device, such as a computer or set-top box. Audio in Connects to your computer’s audio out jack. Audio out Connect an external amplifier or speakers here. AV connections access panel RGB in Audio out (VGA) Audio in DVI in (DVI-D) www.gateway.com Back connections... - Page 18 Chapter 1: Introducing Your Gateway LCD TV Connector UHF/VHF S-Video Composite Video/Audio in Component HDTV Video/Audio in Subwoofer S-Video (S1 and S2) Composite Video/Audio in (AV1 and AV2) Component HDTV Video/Audio in (YPBPR) Subwoofer Description Connects to a VHF/UHF antenna or cable TV.
-
Page 19: Connecting Components
Connecting Components Read this chapter to learn how to connect: ■ DVD players ■ HDTV decoder set-top boxes ■ VCRs ■ Off-air TV and cable TV ■ Computers Warning Before connecting any external components, unplug your LCD TV. -
Page 20: Understanding Video Connections
Chapter 2: Connecting Components Understanding video connections Your LCD TV has four types of standard video connections. You should use the best connection available to get the best display. For example, if your DVD player supports a component video connection, connect the DVD player to your LCD TV using component video instead of composite video or S-Video. -
Page 21: Connecting Your Dvd Player
Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks on the back of your DVD player to the R and L audio-in jacks on the back of your LCD TV. Turn on your LCD TV (see “Turning on the main power” on page 8), then... -
Page 22: Using S-Video
Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks on the back of your DVD player to the AV1 or AV2 R and L audio-in jacks on the back of your LCD TV. Turn on your LCD TV (see “Turning on the main power” on page 8), then press the INPUT button repeatedly to select www.gateway.com... -
Page 23: Using Composite Video
Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks on the back of your DVD player to the AV1 or AV2 R and L audio-in jacks on the back of your LCD TV. Turn on your LCD TV (see “Turning on the main power” on page 8), then press the button repeatedly to select... -
Page 24: Connecting Your Hdtv Set-Top Box
Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks on the back of your HDTV set-top box to the R and L audio-in jacks on the back of your LCD TV. Turn on your LCD TV (see “Turning on the main power” on page 8), then... -
Page 25: Connecting Your Vcr Or Video Camera
AV1 or AV2 R and L audio-in jacks on the back of your LCD TV. Turn on your LCD TV (see “Turning on the main power” on page 8), then press the button to select... -
Page 26: Using Composite Video
Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks on the back of your VCR or video camera to the AV1 or AV2 R and L audio-in jacks on the back of your LCD TV. Turn on your LCD TV (see “Turning on the main power” on page 8), then press the INPUT button repeatedly to select www.gateway.com... -
Page 27: Using Coaxial (Rf)
Using coaxial (RF) To connect your VCR using coaxial (RF) audio and video: Connect the “output to TV” (RF out or Antenna out) jack on the back of your VCR to the UHF/VHF jack on the back of your LCD TV. -
Page 28: Connecting Off-Air Tv Or Cable Tv
Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or cable box to the HF/VHF connector on the back of your LCD TV. Turn on your LCD TV (see “Turning on the main power” on page 8), then press the INPUT... -
Page 29: Connecting A Computer
LCD TV. See “Back connections” on page 13 for the location of the Line in jack. Turn on your LCD TV (see “Turning on the main power” on page 8), then press the button repeatedly to select INPUT Tips &... -
Page 30: Using Rgb Video
Connect the Audio Out jack on your computer to the Line in jack on the back of your LCD TV. See “Back connections” on page 13 for the location of the Line in jack. Turn on your LCD TV (see “Turning on the main power” on page 8), then press the INPUT button repeatedly to select www.gateway.com... -
Page 31: Adjusting Your Lcd Tv Settings
LCD TV Settings Read this chapter to learn how to adjust your LCD TV settings from the on-screen display (OSD). You can also use your remote control to change some settings. For more information, see Your Gateway Remote Control User’s Guide. -
Page 32: Using The Osd
Chapter 3: Adjusting Your LCD TV Settings Using the OSD Your LCD TV features an on-screen display (OSD) that lets you adjust and save contrast, brightness, and other settings. Your LCD TV saves changes you make to the settings, even if you turn off your TV. -
Page 33: Osd Menus And Options
Sharpness. Adjust the amount of detail enhancement. Color Temp. Adjusts the white balance. Choose Standard, Warm, or Cold. Return EXIT Treble. Adjusts the treble. Bass. Adjusts the bass. Balance. Adjusts the balance level between the speakers. Return EXIT www.gateway.com Using the OSD... - Page 34 Parental Controls. Activates parental controls. You need the remote control to use this option. For more information, see Your [OFF] Gateway Remote Control User’s Guide . PIP mode does not work when parental [Air] controls are turned on. TV System. Sets the source for the tuner.
- Page 35 H-Position. Adjusts the horizontal screen position. V-Position. Adjusts the vertical screen position. Clock. Adjusts your LCD TV to match the video input source. Phase. Removes any horizontal distortion and clears or sharpens the displayed characters. Auto Adjust. Automatically adjusts the...
- Page 36 Chapter 3: Adjusting Your LCD TV Settings OSD Menu SETUP Color Menu Color Temp Move Setting Option Option Menu Language Serial Number Factory Preset Move Setting Description Color Temp. Adjusts the white balance. Choose Standard, Warm, or Cold. [Standard] Return EXIT Language.
-
Page 37: Maintenance And Troubleshooting
Maintenance and Troubleshooting Read this chapter to learn how to maintain and troubleshoot your LCD TV. -
Page 38: Cleaning And Maintenance
Cleaning the exterior ■ Your LCD TV is cooled by air circulated through the vents on the case, so keep the vents free of dust. With your LCD TV turned off and unplugged, brush the dust away from the vents with a damp cloth. Be careful not to drip any water into the vents. -
Page 39: Troubleshooting
■ Make sure that the input source cable is attached securely and correctly. ■ Make sure that the video input source is within the range of your LCD TV. Compare the video input source’s specifications with your LCD TV specifications. -
Page 40: Support
Normal brightness degradation is not covered by your warranty. Support If this troubleshooting information does not resolve your problem or if you have other questions relating to your LCD TV, visit www.support.gateway.com. You can also call our Service Center at 888-737-MyGW (6949). www.gateway.com... -
Page 41: Regulatory Compliance Statements
Regulatory, and Legal Information Regulatory compliance statements United States of America Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Unintentional emitter per FCC Part 15 This device 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 42 Classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par Industrie Canada. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Gateway could void the FCC compliance and negate your authority to operate the product. www.gateway.com...
- Page 43 Regulatory compliance statements California Proposition 65 Warning Warning This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or reproductive harm. www.gateway.com...
- Page 44 TV/cable TV tuner cards) External television antenna grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is to be connected to your Gateway PC, make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges.
- Page 45 Antenna and satellite grounding Reference Grounding component Electric service equipment Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250, Part H) Ground clamps Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21) Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20) Ground clamp Antenna lead-in wire Regulatory compliance statements www.gateway.com...
- Page 46 For the latest product updates, consult the Gateway Web site at www.gateway.com. In no event will Gateway be liable for direct, indirect, special, exemplary, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
- Page 47 Index accessories adjust brightness contrast sound TV settings audio in connection audio in connector audio menu audio out connection back panel connections batteries brightness cable CATV TV antenna cable kits cable TV connecting coaxial (RF) CATV cable channel buttons cleaning...
- Page 48 Service Center setting up safety precautions setup menu status LED subwoofer connection support S-Video connection troubleshooting TV antenna cable UHF/VHF connector connecting coaxial (RF) connecting composite video connecting S-Video video camera connecting composite video connecting S-Video video connections types of...
- Page 50 MAN QTA 23/26" LCD TV GDE R0 10/03...