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  • Page 1 Individual Individual 55 Individual 46 Individual 40 User guide...
  • Page 2: Imprint

    Individual 40-55 - 2 - User guide Imprint Imprint Loewe Opta GmbH Printed in Germany Industriestraße 11 Editorial date 03/13-2.0 TB/FP D-96317 Kronach © Loewe Opta GmbH, Kronach www.loewe.de ID: 1.10.6 All rights including translation, technical modifications and errors reserved.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Photo display ....................73 Connections rear side of the device .........11 Web ....................75 Individual 40 / Individual 46 ............... 11 MediaNet ..................... 75 Individual 55 ....................12 Browser ......................77 Preparing the TV set ..............13 Extras...................78 Installing the TV set ..................13 Timer ......................
  • Page 4 External devices ...............126 Devices to the HDMI connections ............126 Devices on AV .................... 127 Devices on AV .................... 128 Connecting the Loewe speaker system ..........130 Connecting active loudspeakers .............131 Connecting the HiFi/AV amplifier ............131 Audio playback from external devices ........... 132 Serial interface RS-232C (RJ12) .............
  • Page 5: Welcome

    Loewe Sound + The index/glossary starting from page 149 gives explanations of Audio competence on the highest level - this is for what Loewe is unique: certain terms used in the TV set and the user guide. an integrated multichannel decoder provides 5.1 Home Entertainment of outstanding quality without any external devices.
  • Page 6: For Your Safety

    Individual 40-55 - 6 - User guide For your safety For your safety, and to avoid unnecessary damage to your unit, Air circulation and high temperatures please read and follow the safety advice below: The vent slots on the rear panel of the set must always be kept un- obstructed.
  • Page 7 TV set. Clean the TV set, the screen, and the remote control unit with a soft, Please use the Loewe 3D TV sets only with the Loewe 3D glasses moist, clean and colour-neutral cloth only, without any aggressive which can be purchased as an accessory from your Loewe dealer (see or scouring cleaning agents.
  • Page 8: Basic Functions

    Individual 40-55 - 8 - User guide Basic Functions On/Off of the television set Key functions Switching the TV set ON / switching it OFF in Standby TV operation mode (Mains switch must be switched ON) Call radio mode (standard assignment) When TV set is switched on: Press key long: Switch TV set and all CEC-capable devices connected to the HDMI interfaces OFF to...
  • Page 9: Remote Control

    Individual 40-55 - 9 - User guide Remote control Sound mute/on ....................(page 35) LED display for currently operated device ............(page 133) Switch to TV mode ..................(page 15; 133) Reassign remote control to SetTop-Box (PACE DS440N) DR+ archive on/off ..................... (page 50) Define active object as favourite ..............
  • Page 10: Operating Controls On The Tv Set

    (EPG data updating, software up- date or DR+ streaming server function) Infrared transmitter: When showing 3D content, the 3D glasses Loewe Active Glasses 3D are controlled via the infrared sensor. Key M: TV set in standby mode: switch TV set on in TV mode...
  • Page 11: Connections Rear Side Of The Device

    AUDIO OUT - Audio output (analogue) CENTER IN - Centre audio input (analogue) CI COMMON INTERFACE - Common interface 1 (CI slot 1) SYSTEM SPEAKER - Loewe system speaker connection CI COMMON INTERFACE - Common interface 2 (CI slot 2) - Headphone connection...
  • Page 12: Individual 55

    AUDIO OUT - Audio output (analogue) CENTER IN - Centre audio input (analogue) IR LINK - Infrared transmitter connection SYSTEM SPEAKER - Loewe system speaker connection HDMI 3 - HDMI input 3 HDMI 4 - HDMI input 4 AV - Mini AV socket...
  • Page 13: Preparing The Tv Set

    Connecting the TV set Mounting options Connecting to the mains supply Your Loewe specialist dealer can assist you in finding other mount- Remove the cover for the connections. ing options that correspond to your needs. Use exclusively Loewe Connect the TV set to a 220-240V mains socket: mounting options (e.g., wall bracket, floor stand), which you will find...
  • Page 14 Please contact your specialist dealer for more information on Power- From the accessories set the Loewe system speaker Stereospeaker I line. 40/46/55 should be used that will have to be mounted below the TV For the network adaptor configuration, see page 114.
  • Page 15: Bundling The Cables

    (B) through the holders and pull them tight. Adjusting the remote control for operating the TV set Press the TV key. See page 133 for how to operate other Loewe appli- ances and how to re-programme the remote control keys.
  • Page 16: Switching The Tv Set On/Off

    On/Off button for about 2 seconds. when using an external USB hard disk. Loewe are not liable for the loss of data on the integrated hard disk Display of your TV set. To avoid data loss, we recommend copying important recordings to an external storage medium.
  • Page 17: General Information On Menu Operation

    Individual 40-55 - 17 - User guide General information on menu operation General information on menu operation Structure of the Menu screen Basically, the structure of the different menu screens is similar, de- Some keys of the remote control for operating the TV set you will use pending on the fact if a wizard, rendering media content or a setup more often than others.
  • Page 18 Individual 40-55 - 18 - User guide General information on menu operation Screen structure: Setup (example: picture) Navigation: Wizards You may choose the appropriate display format with the 3D Picture settings, if this has not been possible automatically, and you may display the 3D image material in 2D or vice versa.
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  • Page 20: Info Display

    Individual 40-55 - 20 - User guide General information on menu operation Info display Operation without remote control The info display provides an info text appropriate to the on-screen Changing Volume display that can assist you further with the operation of your TV set. + / –...
  • Page 21: Initial Installation

    Individual 40-55 - 21 - User guide Initial installation Initial installation wizard Energy Home mode: efficiency The emphasis for home use is on low energy consump- (continued) Initial installation after switching on for the first time tion. The automatic dimmer is activated. The Initial installation wizard starts automatically with an initial instal- Premium mode: lation.
  • Page 22 Individual 40-55 - 22 - User guide Initial installation Selecting Setting options for reception via analogue cable: antennas If you have not selected Cable analog in the list of available antennas: Connect antenna cable(s) Proceed to Setting options for DVB-T reception on page 23. Your TV set searches for and stores all stations automatically.
  • Page 23 Individual 40-55 - 23 - User guide Initial installation Setting options for DVB-T reception: Scrambled You can state whether coded stations are to be If you have not selected DVB-T antenna in the list of available anten- stations searched for in the search/update. Select nas: Proceed to Setting options for DVB-C reception on page 24.
  • Page 24 Individual 40-55 - 24 - User guide Initial installation Setting options for DVB-C reception: Scrambled You can state whether coded stations are to be If you have not selected DVB-C antenna in the list of available antennas: stations searched for in the search/update. Select Proceed to Setting options for DVB-S reception (see page 25).
  • Page 25 Individual 40-55 - 25 - User guide Initial installation Setting options for DVB-S reception: If you have not selected DVB-S antenna in the list of available anten- nas: Proceed to Setting options for all types of reception on page 31. Select satellite Select satellite installation...
  • Page 26 Individual 40-55 - 26 - User guide Initial installation Setting options for the satellite system (single satellite): Setting options for the satellite system (2 satellites on 22 kHz switchbox / 2 satellites on toneburst switch): Select single satellite Satellite selection Select satellites Select satellites Please specify here which satellite you receive.
  • Page 27 Individual 40-55 - 27 - User guide Initial installation Setting options for the satellite system LNB frequencies frequencies (max. 4 satellites on DiSEqC multiswitch): Please select the LNB frequencies for both High and Low Bands. Note: The newly selected parameter in each case must be confirmed with the button.
  • Page 28 Individual 40-55 - 28 - User guide Initial installation Setting options for the satellite system frequencies (DiSEqC one cable communal system): Number of LNB frequencies system channel used ASTRA1 19,2°E Low Band 5150 MHz 9750 MHz 10000 MHz 10200 MHz ASTRA1 19,2°E High Band 10600 MHz 10750 MHz...
  • Page 29 Individual 40-55 - 29 - User guide Initial installation Setting options for the satellite system (other communal installation): Select single satellite Select satellites Please specify here which satellite you receive. Türksat 42°E Eutelsat W2 16°E Atlantic Bird3 5°W Hellas Sat2 39°E Hot Bird 13°E Telecom2C 5°W Eutelsat W4 36°E...
  • Page 30 Individual 40-55 - 30 - User guide Initial installation Setting options for DVB-S reception (continued): Scrambled You can state whether coded stations are to be stations searched for in the search/update. Select yes to Test reception save all found scrambled stations. However, these stations can only be received in connection with a CA module and the appropriate Smart Card.
  • Page 31 Individual 40-55 - 31 - User guide Initial installation Setting options for all types of reception: Age-related lock Check search settings Check search settings Age-related lock If you enter an age restriction here, all DVB programmers are locked which have an Your TV performs the following automatic search with the listed settings.
  • Page 32 Software update info Software update Use the software update and connect your Loewe Smart TV to the Internet, to update the device software. Please also register at „www.loewe.tv“ in the Support area, to stay informed about new features for your product.
  • Page 33: Home View

    USB storage media and you access DVB and HOME: Call Home view. Internet radio. Further information you find starting from page 65. Video Loewe KeinOhrHasen DasErste HD Aupeo Audio/Radio Photo: Via menu item Photo you can view photos Photo from your local media on your TV screen.
  • Page 34: Home - Favourites

    You can edit the existing favourites in Home view. Change the se- quence of your favourites as you wish or delete favourites you do not need any more. HOME: Call Home view. 3456 Mark the favourite to be changed. MENU: Change favourite. Video Loewe KeinOhrHasen DasErste HD Aupeo Audio/Radio Move Delete...
  • Page 35: Setting The Volume

    Individual 40-55 - 35 - User guide Volume / Station Selecting a station out of the station list In normal TV mode, without other displays: In TV mode that can be selected via the Home view, you can use the basic TV functions of your TV set.
  • Page 36 Individual 40-55 - 36 - User guide Station Selecting stations by means of the expanded station list Selecting stations by personal lists You can save your preferred stations in up to six personal lists (e.g., In normal TV mode, without other displays: for several users).
  • Page 37: Status Display

    Individual 40-55 - 37 - User guide Status display Status display Explanations of the symbols in the status display (cont'd): Transmitted audio signal: In normal TV mode, without other displays. Mono Mono audio transmission analogue INFO: Show status display. Dual Dual channel sound transmission (Sound1/Sound2) channel analogue...
  • Page 38: Function List

    Individual 40-55 - 38 - User guide Function list Function list Explanations of the symbols in the function list (continued): Call up Rotate TV (see page 43). The function list contains settings and additional options. The indi- Menu item will only be indicated when a motorized stand vidual list items will be briefly explained as follows: is connected to the TV set.
  • Page 39: Electronic Programme Guide - Epg

    Individual 40-55 - 39 - User guide Electronic Programme Guide Electronic Programme Guide – EPG EPG operation In the left column there is a list of stations of your currently active sta- EPG stands for Electronic Programme Guide and provides you with tion list (personal list, whole station list).
  • Page 40 Individual 40-55 - 40 - User guide Electronic Programme Guide Calling additional information about the programmes Timer programming by means of EPG You can programme timer recordings of TV programmes conveniently INFO: Call up detailed information. using the EPG. Detailed info Back Mark the desired broadcast.
  • Page 41 Individual 40-55 - 41 - User guide Electronic Programme Guide EPG wizard In this dialogue you decide, for which station EPG data should be col- lected and displayed. With the number of stations the time for noctur- nal data acquisition will increase. We recommend, also for reasons of distinctness to select only those stations, which you receive regularly.
  • Page 42: Teletext

    Individual 40-55 - 42 - User guide Teletext Teletext Additional page selection possibilities First possibility: Your TV set supports the FLOF operating system. Up to 2000 pages are stored so that you have quick access . INFO: Call overview page 100. Second possibility: Starting and ending Teletext Directly enter the page number.
  • Page 43: Rotate Tv

    Individual 40-55 - 43 - User guide Teletext / Rotate TV Rotate TV Newsflash Some text pages, e.g., live tickers, will be permanently updated. In By using a connected motorized stand you have the possibility to rotate order to keep track of changes and also to be able to watch the TV your TV set by means of the remote control.
  • Page 44: Hbbtv / Mediatext

    Under certain circumstances, the recording and bookmarking functions of the applications may not be supported. Loewe do not guarantee the accessibility, functionality or content of HbbTV applications. Hide / Close HbbTV application BACK: Hide / Close HbbTV application.
  • Page 45: Picture In Picture (Pip)

    Individual 40-55 - 45 - User guide Picture in Picture (PIP) Starting and ending PIP mode PIP: Show/hide PIP display. The concurrent display of two different images is referred to as Picture in Picture. The size of the PIP display and the position of the PIP On-screen dis- plays can be changed in the system settings.
  • Page 46: Digital Recorder

    Digital-Recorder – Overview of functions You can record programmes on the integrated hard disk of your TV set with the digital recorder of your Loewe TV set. The various ways in which your Digital Recorder can be used are listed below.
  • Page 47: Tv Viewing With Time Shift

    Individual 40-55 - 47 - User guide Digital Recorder TV viewing with time shift Returning to live picture (end timeshift television) Press STOP key. The TV broadcast that you watch is automatically recorded in the You see the station’s live picture again. background.
  • Page 48: Archive Recording

    Individual 40-55 - 48 - User guide Digital Recorder Archive recording Direct recording Recording of analogue stations is not possible. Press the RECORD key for a short period: Start direct recording. Recordings of CI Plus encrypted programmes are perhaps not possible or only to a limited extent (see page 83).
  • Page 49 Individual 40-55 - 49 - User guide Digital Recorder Setting bookmarks during archive recording Viewing another programme from the archive during archive recording During a running archive recording you can create bookmarks (by press- ing the PLAY key a little longer). You will see a message on the screen. After you have started the recording, you can also watch a programme you have already recorded.
  • Page 50: Dr+ Archive

    Individual 40-55 - 50 - User guide Digital Recorder DR+ archive DR+ archive function list The function list of the DR+ archive contains the individual function With the DR+ archive you have access to all the recorded programmes for its archive entries. and start playback.
  • Page 51 Individual 40-55 - 51 - User guide Digital Recorder Displaying detailed information on the recording Deleting recordings from the archive If detailed information exists on the recorded broadcast from the EPG, The desired entry in the DR+ archive is marked. you can deplay it.
  • Page 52 65 Mark Delete protection, Copying recordings to an external hard disk OK Call. You can also copy programmes onto an external hard disk, and archive them or make them available to other Loewe LCD TV sets (even those Delete without DR+). protection no no The desired entry in the DR+ archive is marked.
  • Page 53 Individual 40-55 - 53 - User guide Digital Recorder Locking/unlocking a movie (Parental lock) Viewing a locked movie You can lock movies that your children are not permitted to view, for The desired locked entry in the DR+ archive is instance.
  • Page 54: Dr + Streaming

    You can release your DR+ archive entries in order to view these on other Loewe TV sets linked to the network. To use DR+ Streaming, at least two Loewe TV sets with MB180, SL1xx or SL220 chassis are required (at least one of which has DR + integrated).
  • Page 55: Media

    14. Video: see page 56. Your Loewe TV set supports the UPnP AV standard for data playback Audio/Radio: see page 65. in the home network. You can find more detailed information on this Photo: see page 72.
  • Page 56: Video

    Individual 40-55 - 56 - User guide Video Video Video – MediaHome The item Video gives you access to videos from local (USB, home MediaHome includes both storage media directly connected to the network) and online sources. The individual subitems are described TV set (e.g., USB sticks) as well as data provided in your home network in detail in the following.
  • Page 57: Video Playback

    Individual 40-55 - 57 - User guide Video Video playback Video Function list The video function list contains the individual functions for your videos. Back 4 Open function list for the marked video. Erlebnis_Natur.wmv View View Sorting Sorting Favourite Favourite Video_2.avi 0.68 GB Rotate TV...
  • Page 58 Individual 40-55 - 58 - User guide Video Description of the symbols in the status display for video Symbol Remote Description playback control key Only for playback from DR+ archive: long Symbol Remote Description Set bookmark manually. control key In case of time-shifted viewing the time- shifted recording will be converted into For playback of videos from an archive recording.
  • Page 59 Individual 40-55 - 59 - User guide Video Pause playback (freeze picture) Skipping with Smart jump The Smart jump function ensures that the jump width is halved each PAUSE key: Switch to freeze picture. time the jump direction is changed or doubled after three jumps in the same direction (max.
  • Page 60 Individual 40-55 - 60 - User guide Video Wind Repeat To search for desired scenes in movies you can fast forward and rewind Videos can be repeated, i.e., replayed in an endless loop. Depending at three different speeds. Sound is not audible during winding. on the source (DR+ archive, USB storage medium, media server in the network), single or all videos can be replayed in an endless loop.
  • Page 61 Individual 40-55 - 61 - User guide Video Slow motion Select language/sound At an active pause (freeze frame) you can select from four slow mo- Videos, especially those recorded from TV broadcasts, can contain tion speeds (for wind/rewind). There is no sound during slow motion several sound tracks.
  • Page 62 Individual 40-55 - 62 - User guide Video Additional functions for DR+ archive playback Interval functions The intervals between manually or automatically set bookmarks There are additional editing and playback functions for playback of (intervals) can be faded out for future playbacks. In addition to that, recorded programmes from the DR+ archive.
  • Page 63 Individual 40-55 - 63 - User guide Video Hiding intervals Deleting intervals Defined intervals will be deleted when you delete the corresponding The Interval functions are activated (see page bookmark at the beginning or the end of the interval. For Deleting 62).
  • Page 64 Individual 40-55 - 64 - User guide Video Deleting individual bookmarks Subtitles Subtitles of a broadcast can also be stored during recording (see Timer Jump to the manually set bookmark to be deleted. data on page 81). Back Showing recorded subtitles during playback: 56 Show status bar.
  • Page 65: Audio/Radio

    6 5 Mark function, OK call. Examples of media sources Media A Loewe media centre connected to your home DVB radio The TV set can receive digital radio stations over DVB. Center network. For further information on DVB radio see page 70.
  • Page 66 Individual 40-55 - 66 - User guide Audio/Radio Audio/Radio Function list The audio/radio function list contains the individual functions for your music titles. 4 Open function list for marked music title. auch Listen 01 Ist das noch Punkrock? 03:00 02 Bettmagnet 03:07 03 Sohn der Leere 03:42...
  • Page 67: Audio Playback

    Individual 40-55 - 67 - User guide Audio/Radio Audio playback Description of the symbols in the status display for audio playback Snow Patrol / Eyes Open Back Hands Open Chasing Cars Shut Your Eyes 00:00 02:56 04:27 Symbol Remote Description Symbol Remote Description control key...
  • Page 68 Individual 40-55 - 68 - User guide Audio/Radio Pause playback Select another title / play current title from start PAUSE key: Stop current playback. BACK: Call music selection. Snow Patrol / Eyes Open Back Select titles as described on page 65. Press P+ : Play next title of current album / directory.
  • Page 69 Individual 40-55 - 69 - User guide Audio/Radio Repeat Switching the screen ON/OFF Music titles can be repeated, i.e., replayed in an endless loop. Green key: Switch screen OFF. 56 Show status bar. Snow Patrol / Eyes Open Back 6534 Mark Repeat title OK Switch the repetition of the individual music title ON/OFF.
  • Page 70: Radio Mode (Dvb Radio)

    Individual 40-55 - 70 - User guide Audio/Radio Radio mode (DVB radio) Setting the volume The TV set can receive digital radio stations via DVB. V+/V– Volume up/down. In addition you can play the sound from an external device by the TV set via the audio/AV inputs of the TV set (see page 132).
  • Page 71: Radio Mode (Internet Radio)

    Individual 40-55 - 71 - User guide Audio/Radio Radio mode (Internet radio) Station switching The TV set can receive digital radio stations via the Internet. BACK: call station list. In addition you can play the sound from an external device by the TV Select stations as described in the left column.
  • Page 72: Photo

    Individual 40-55 - 72 - User guide Photo Photo Photo – MediaHome Via menu item Photo you can view photos from your local media and MediaHome includes both storage media directly connected to the from online sources on your TV screen. The individual subitems are TV set (e.g., USB sticks) as well as data provided in your home network described in detail in the following.
  • Page 73: Photo Display

    Individual 40-55 - 73 - User guide Photo Photo display Photo function list The photo function list contains the individual functions for your photos. Description of the symbols in the status display for photos 4 Open function list for the marked photo. USB1 ->...
  • Page 74 Individual 40-55 - 74 - User guide Photo Full-screen mode Slide show A photo is marked. PLAY key: Start slide show. OK View photo in full-screen mode. USB1 -> CRW_7268 Back USB1 -> CRW_7266b Back PAUSE key: Pause slide show. PLAY key: Continue paused slide show.
  • Page 75: Web

    Internet. The lower portion of the MediaNet home screen All applications are optimised for use on the TV. contains Recommendations given by Loewe. The given content may change from time to time Browser Call Web browser of the TV set.
  • Page 76 Individual 40-55 - 76 - User guide MediaNet – Browse Define application as favourite MediaNet-Browse is called (see page 75). 3 465 Mark the desired application. Under the item Browse, you browse the full range of applications by topic. Add the marked application to the Home favourites. Back The favourite will be added to Home view and placed MediaNet - Browse...
  • Page 77: Browser

    (e.g. router, home control, home network server). OK Open address entry box. Calling the Web browser Enter/change internet address Back HOME: Call Home view. http://www.loewe.de 6 5 Select Web, OK call.  6 5 S elect Browser, OK call.
  • Page 78: Extras

    Individual 40-55 - 78 - User guide Extras Extras Timer Extras contains additional functions and settings (e.g., Timer list, AV Timer Instructions selection, CA module settings). All programmed recordings, marked programmes and copy jobs are listed in the Timer Instructions overview. Call Extras You can also programme new recordings, mark other programmes and HOME: Call Home view.
  • Page 79 Individual 40-55 - 79 - User guide Extras Timer New instruction: New recording New recording – Manual recording (current station) In the overview of the Timer Instructions, New recording is se- In overview of Timer Instructions: lected. 3 456 Mark Create newly, OK call.
  • Page 80 Individual 40-55 - 80 - User guide Extras Timer New recording – Current programme Record conflict After calling the Current programme (see page 79) the timer If you wish to programme a new recording which overlaps a timer data dialogue will be displayed. The current programme is preset in recording already saved, the Recording conflict dialogue will open.
  • Page 81 The availability of the appropriate data Station (only available when the selected station can be cannot be guaranteed by Loewe. received via different signal sources, e.g. DVB-T and DVB-S) Recording Select whether broadcast subtitles are to be recor- Select the signal source for the recording.
  • Page 82: Conditional Access Module (Ca Module)

    6 5 Mark Stations, ment supplied with the TV set. They are usually available from your 4 go to next column. dealer. Loewe does not provide any guarantee for the functioning of the CA module. 6 5 A utomatic scan TV+Radio, The TV set must first recognise and set up the CA module during initial 4 go to next column.
  • Page 83 Individual 40-55 - 83 - User guide Extras CA module DVB Common Interface Standard (CI) DVB Common Interface Plus Standard (CI Plus) CI Plus is an advanced development of the DVB Common Interface Selection possibilities in the CA module menu and performance ca- Standard.
  • Page 84: Special Functions

    In normal TV mode, without other displays: features features of your TV set. OK call station list. Integrated features Back 3 Call overview of station lists. Integrated Manufacturer LOEWE features Serial number Article number 52401B43 Chassis SL220 6 5 Mark list AV. Software 1.10.1.0...
  • Page 85: Dr+ Streaming

    AV - Auswahl AV selection By activating this function you can make your TV set available to other LOEWE TVs that are set up for this for a specified period of Streaming Streaming time (can be configured using the digital recorder menu item "System settings ->...
  • Page 86: System Settings

    Individual 40-55 - 86 - User guide System settings System settings Under the menu item System settings in the Home menu you find all settings and adaptabilities of your TV set. These are explained to you more in detail as follows. Calling System settings HOME: Call Home view.
  • Page 87: Picture

    Individual 40-55 - 87 - User guide System settings Picture Picture Explanations of the picture settings (continuation): Here you do the settings referring to the representation of the picture Colour Here, you can give the TV picture a warmer or colder signal on your TV set.
  • Page 88 Individual 40-55 - 88 - User guide System settings Picture Picture adjustment Selecting the picture format By selecting one of the three presets (Home Mode, Premium Mode The setting options depend on the transmitted picture content. or Shop Mode), the picture settings for whichever signal input group HOME: Call Home view.
  • Page 89 Here you can deactivate the 3D mode of the TV set. You require a pair of Loewe Active Glasses 3D to be able to use the The TV set shows the 2D/3D image material in the 3D functionality in its entirety (see Accessories on page 145).
  • Page 90 Individual 40-55 - 90 - User guide System settings Picture Picture format / 3D mode If 3D contents are recognised by the TV device, the picture format cannot be subsequently changed. The picture format when in 3D operation is always 16:9 PC. Instruction / Symbol If 3D content is detected by the TV set, a corresponding message appears.
  • Page 91: Sound

    Individual 40-55 - 91 - User guide System settings Sound Sound Explanations of the sound settings (continued): Sound If the sound and picture are not precisely in sync, Calling the sound settings picture you may correct this here. Move the mark on the The selectable menu items depend on the selected station and the synchronisa- bar downwards, slowing down the sound compared...
  • Page 92: Stations

    Individual 40-55 - 92 - User guide System settings Stations Stations Under the item Stations you find all settings concerned with station search for TV and DVB radio as well as functions for creating and editing the various station lists. Station management is not possible as long as a programmed timer recording is active.
  • Page 93: Automatic Scan Tv+Radio

    Individual 40-55 - 93 - User guide System settings Stations Automatic scan TV+Radio Explanations of some search settings (continued): DVB-T/C/S If several networks are available, you can decide For automatic scan TV+Radio, a search wizard will be started that Network which network you want to receive your channels searches for new stations which are not yet stored.
  • Page 94: Manual Scan Tv / Radio

    Individual 40-55 - 94 - User guide System settings Stations Manual Scan TV / Radio Search for/update stations – handling of new and no longer found stations Here, you can enter all the settings available for a station. However, The number of new TV stations found is displayed after the automatic this requires detailed knowledge.
  • Page 95 Individual 40-55 - 95 - User guide System settings Stations Manual search for cable analogue (analogue cable reception): Manual DVB-T/C/S search: Manual search is called. Manual search is called. Cable analogue has been selected as signal source. Manual Scan TV Back Manual Scan Signal source...
  • Page 96: Station Lists Tv / Radio

    Individual 40-55 - 96 - User guide System settings Stations Station lists TV / Radio Move block / Change order Stations with LCN cannot be reordered. In this case, Under the menu item Station lists TV or Station lists Radio you can the function Move block is hidden.
  • Page 97: Compose / Edit Personal List

    Individual 40-55 - 97 - User guide System settings Stations Compose / edit Personal list Adding stations to Personal list The Personal list must be opened to add new Each personal list can contain up to 99 stations. You can compose the stations to it.
  • Page 98: Update Station List Automatically

    Individual 40-55 - 98 - User guide System settings Stations Update station list automatically At once The station list will be immediately updated. Normally this occurs in the background without interfering Some programme providers offer an automatic update of the sta- further with the TV‘s operation.
  • Page 99: Control

    Individual 40-55 - 99 - User guide System settings Control Control more ... In the chapter Control you find settings for the various operating modes like PIP and DR+ as well as settings referring in an interfunctional way On-screen Here you can make settings for the duration, position to your TV set like, for example, time and date and on-screen displays.
  • Page 100: Language

    Individual 40-55 - 100 - User guide System settings Control Language Picture in Picture (PIP) Specify the language for all menus in the TV set in the language menu. Adjust size of the PIP image The language for the DVB subtitles and the film language can be set for DVB programmes.
  • Page 101: Parental Lock

    Individual 40-55 - 101 - User guide System settings Control Parental lock Explanations of setting possibilities in the Parental lock menu: Lock all The TV set is locked immediately the menu is exited. You can select and set various security options to prevent unauthor- stations All programmes can then only be watched after ised use of the TV set and to protect your children from unsuitable...
  • Page 102: Energy Efficiency

    Software update Determine how energy efficient your TV set shall be. The value for It is possible to update the software on your Loewe TV set. the contrast (and thus the brightness of the background lighting) is In the software update (package update) all the software releases in adapted and the automatic dimmer activated or deactivated (see page the TV are scanned and updated as required.
  • Page 103 Individual 40-55 - 103 - User guide Software update via USB storage device New software package found To do this, plug the USB stick with the downloaded software (see SOFTWARE-UPDATE WIZARD - Current software SOFTWARE-UPDATE WIZARD - Current software Current software: 1.9.6.0 Current software: 1.9.6.0 page 102) into a free USB port of the TV set (see connections pages ...
  • Page 104 Individual 40-55 - 104 - User guide Manual update via the Internet New software package found If an Internet connection is available, new software can be downloaded New software New software directly and installed onto the TV set. A new software version was found. A new software version was found.
  • Page 105: On-Screen Displays

    Individual 40-55 - 105 - User guide System settings Control On-screen displays Time and date You can select different settings in this menu which affect the on- Time and date are automatically detected and set via the DVB pro- screen displays. gramme provider (e.g.
  • Page 106: Dvb Settings

    Individual 40-55 - 106 - User guide System settings Control DVB settings You can make general pre-settings for DVB stations. Calling EPG settings HOME: Call Home view. Calling DVB settings 3456 Mark System settings, HOME: Call Home view. OK call System settings. 3456 Mark System settings, 65 Mark Control, OK call System settings.
  • Page 107 Individual 40-55 - 107 - User guide System settings Control DR + Call DR+ streaming settings HOME: Call Home view. You can adapt the Digital Recorder to your requirements. 3456 Mark System settings, Call settings for the digital recorder OK call System settings. HOME: Call Home view.
  • Page 108: Standard Teletext

    Individual 40-55 - 108 - User guide System settings Control Standard Teletext In the Teletext menu you can activate messages, reveal pages and configure the Teletext with the Settings menu function. Call Teletext settings HOME: Call Home view. 3456 Mark System settings, OK call System settings.
  • Page 109: Hbbtv

    Individual 40-55 - 109 - User guide System settings Control HbbTV Start behaviour of HbbTV-stations Ž If HbbTV mode on has been selected (see left column), you can HbbTV mode on/off specify if an available HbbTV application should be loaded automati- cally after the channel has been changed or if this should only occur When the HbbTV mode is active (factory setting), additional services manually after the red key has been pressed once.
  • Page 110: Ca Module(S)

    Individual 40-55 - 110 - User guide System settings Control CA module(s) Feature of the TEXT key With the setting Standard Teletext first (factory setting), the This menu is only available when at least one CA module is plugged standard Teletext is opened when the TEXT key is pressed for the first time.
  • Page 111: Rotate Tv

    Individual 40-55 - 111 - User guide System settings Control Rotate TV Specifying the switch-off position This is where you specify the position that the TV will take when it is Here you can set the range of rotation for the motorized stand and switched off.
  • Page 112: Record

    Individual 40-55 - 112 - User guide System settings Control Record You can set a pre-record and post-record time for timer recordings made without auto time control. This minimizes the risk that a part of the broadcast is not recorded due to the broadcast starting earlier and/or finishing later.
  • Page 113: Hard Disks

    Individual 40-55 - 113 - User guide System settings Control Hard disks Formatting the hard disk If problems were detected when the hard disk was being tested (see left column), re-formatting may be able to remedy the problem. Checking the hard disk Additionally, you can re-format the hard disk in order to quickly and You should launch a check of the integrated hard disk once a year or easily delete all the data stored on it.
  • Page 114: Multimedia / Network

    Please select the desired network mode from the list or switch it off completely. OK call System settings. Note: The "bridge function" allows additional network-compatible devices (e.g. LOEWE Blu-ray Player) to be connected to the TV's network socket without their own 6 5 Mark Multimedia / Network, network access, in order to also use the TV's wireless network connection.
  • Page 115 Individual 40-55 - 115 - User guide System settings Multimedia / Network Configuration of the built-in LAN adaptor Configuration of the built-in WLAN bridge adaptor The network wizard was called via the network ac- The network wizard was called via the network cess setting On, wired only (see page 114).
  • Page 116 Individual 40-55 - 116 - User guide System settings Multimedia / Network Explanation of the adaptor settings: Proxy server settings In the proxy server wizard your TV set establishes the Network shows the current type of connection (wireless or link with a home network with proxy server. wired).
  • Page 117: Multimedia Settings

    Individual 40-55 - 117 - User guide System settings Multimedia / Network Multimedia settings Under this menu item you find further settings for Audio, Video and Photo. Calling the Multimedia settings menu HOME: Call Home view. 3456 Mark System settings, OK call System settings.
  • Page 118: System Settings (Continued)

    Individual 40-55 - 118 - User guide System settings Connections Connections Settings for the connection of external appliances are made in this menu. The menu item Connections is not available while a timer record- ing is active. Calling the connections menu HOME: Call Home view.
  • Page 119: Sound Components

    Some sound components can only be selected when the respective can configure the TV loudspeakers, active loudspeakers, loudspeaker device is connected to the TV set (e.g., Sound projector). systems, Loewe Individual Sound Projector ID as well as analogue and digital HiFi/AV amplifiers. Sound reproduction via the built-in TV speakers...
  • Page 120 Individual 40-55 - 120 - User guide System settings Connections Adjusting the speaker system Select the start value of the frequency response of the speakers for the correct setting (e.g., 50Hz for t h e s p e c i f i c a t i o n “ Fre q u e n c y re s p o n s e Sound playback via ...
  • Page 121 Individual 40-55 - 121 - User guide System settings Connections Connect Adjust Connect subwoofer Connect subwoofer Adjust speaker level subwoofer speaker level Please specify here whether you want to You hear a sound from every speaker one after Sound com- Sound com- additionally connect a subwoofer for very good ponents...
  • Page 122 Individual 40-55 - 122 - User guide System settings Connections Setting the HiFi/AV amplifier Sound Sound formats Sound formats formats Please specify, what kind of sound formats can be processed by your HiFi/AV Sound com- amplifier and mark them by the button ponents Sound playback via ...
  • Page 123: Antenna Dvb

    Individual 40-55 - 123 - User guide System settings Connections Antenna DVB AV connection settings Here you can make settings for the DVB-T antenna and call the antenna In the AV connection settings menu the parameters for the AV and wizard for the DVB-S antenna.
  • Page 124: Digital Link

    Individual 40-55 - 124 - User guide System settings Connections Digital Link Gaming mode In the digital link menu you make further setting for comfortably linking For the inputs of your TV set on which game consoles, PC applications external devices to the TV set. or even Karaoke machines are operated, we recommend you to acti- vate the Gaming mode.
  • Page 125: Assign Digital Audio Input

    The external digital audio signal can be reproduced via the digital multichannel audio decoder integrated in the TV set, via an externally connected digital audio amplifier or via a Loewe Individual Sound Projector ID. If an external audio amplifier or Loewe Individual Sound Projector is used, this must be registered in the sound components wizard (see page 119).
  • Page 126: External Devices

    Your TV set can show optimally 24p movies, which are output from a If your external device has an HDMI interface, the sound signal will connected HDMI player, e.g., Loewe BluTech Vision 3D, (see glossary, usually be transmitted via the HDMI connection.
  • Page 127: Devices On Av

    The adaptor set is available as an accessory from your Switch off all devices before connecting them. Loewe dealer (see page 145). Connect the Scart output of the DVD player to the TV set’s AV socket The AV sockets can process different signal types. Which signal type...
  • Page 128: Devices On Av

    Switch off all devices before connecting them. The adaptors required in the following are part of an adaptor set. The adaptor set is available as an accessory from your Loewe dealer (see Connect the Scart output of the DVD player to the TV set’s AV socket page 158).
  • Page 129 Individual 40-55 - 129 - User guide External devices Connecting PC / Set-top box Playback from the device You can connect a PC and thus use the TV screen as a monitor. Call AV selection. When connecting a PC or auxiliary device to the AVS socket of the TV set, adjust the output signal on your PC first so that it matches AV selection AV selection...
  • Page 130: Connecting The Loewe Speaker System

    This guarantees a natural spatial image Connection of the Loewe Individual Speaker system to the TV set of the sound. Connecting the speakers to the subwoofer further information on the wiring of the speakers you find the the instruction manual of the speaker system.
  • Page 131: Connecting Active Loudspeakers

    Individual 40-55 - 131 - User guide External devices Connecting active loudspeakers Connecting the HiFi/AV amplifier If you want to use another similar speaker system or active speakers, Connecting digital HiFi/AV amplifiers you can connect these to the AUDIO LINK port of the TV set using Connect the digital audio output of the TV set SPDIF OUT to the digital an adaptor cable.
  • Page 132: Audio Playback From External Devices

    Serial interface RS-232C (RJ12) Connect external AV devices (e.g., MP3 player, DVD player) for sound You can connect either the Loewe Individual Sound Projector ID or a reproduction to the AV inputs of the TV set. home network system of different manufacturers (e.g. AMX, Crestron) to your TV set via the RS-232C (RJ12) interface.
  • Page 133: Operating Loewe Units

    Operating Loewe units Setting the remote control for other Loewe devices You can operate various Loewe devices with the remote control. The device keys STB – VIDEO – AUDIO can be reassigned to operate Using the remote control for the TV mode of the TV set different Loewe devices.
  • Page 134: Teaching The Remote Control

    Individual 40-55 - 134 - User guide Teaching the remote control Teaching the remote control Teaching individual keys All keys (except the TV, STB, VIDEO and AUDIO device keys as well By means of key code 18 (Set-Top Box data base) your remote control as the V+/- keys ) can be taught for the operation of units Assist may be taught for your Set-Top Box (e.g., decoder, external cable...
  • Page 135 Individual 40-55 - 135 - User guide Teaching the remote control Deleting individual key functions You can delete the taught function of an individual button. Press STB and green key simultaneously for five seconds. The LED above the STB key lights up perma- nently.
  • Page 136: Loewe Apps

    Pairing. Loewe Assist Media App The Loewe Assist Media App is a powerful App, which can not only replace your remote control in your home network, but also EPG and DR+ archive provided by the TV set to your iPad. You can also transfer...
  • Page 137 App Stores. A WLAN router must be connected and installed. See page 14 for further information. 2. The Loewe TV set is connected to the home network via LAN / WLAN Your reach the network setting of the Loewe TV set via HOME view →...
  • Page 138 Thus, you can use the maxdome video service, for example. Enter the keyword Loewe in the browse list on the right above. Start searching by pressing on Search. Open the Assist Media app on your iPad. It scans your home network for Loewe TV sets.
  • Page 139: Troubleshooting

    Individual 40-55 - 139 - User guide Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Remedy / Instructions The TV set switches off automatically. The automatic shutdown switches off the Using automatic shutdown is recommended TV set to save energy after 4 hours of inacti- for the purposes of energy saving and safety.
  • Page 140 Individual 40-55 - 140 - User guide Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Remedy / Instructions Despite video or music file being played back, a) The TV set is set to mute or the volume has a) Increase the volume by pressing the V+ key no sound can be heard.
  • Page 141: Technical Data

    Individual 40-55 - 141 - User guide Technical Data Technical data Type Individual 55 Individual 46 Individual 40 Part number 52403xxx 52402xxx 52401xxx Device dimensions without stand (W x H x D) in cm 124,0 x 76,7 x 5,9 104,8 x 65,5 x 6,4...
  • Page 142: Function Of The Connections

    Audio OUT: analogue audio output L / R Cinch (black) Audio IN: max. 2Vrms: Centre audio input (analogue) 10-pole connector Loewe system speaker Video IN: Y/C (S-VHS/Hi 8) CVBS (VHS/8 mm) Mini AV Audio IN: Antenna (analogue) / Cable (analogue) / DVB-T/T2...
  • Page 143: Media

    Technical Data Media File formats supported USB stick - requirements USB sticks tested by Loewe and compatible in type and format can Pictures: JPEG, PNG be ordered from the Loewe dealer using the article no. 90456.900. Audio: MP3, M4A (AAC LC), WMA (without lossless), FLAC, WAV...
  • Page 144: Signals Via Avs (Pc In) / Hdmi

    Individual 40-55 - 144 - User guide Technical Data Signals via AVS (PC IN) / HDMI Signal input groups The following table lists the compatible signals which your TV set can In your TV set the signals are sorted in various signal input groups show via the AVS (PC IN) connection or via the HDMI connections according to their source.
  • Page 145: Accessories

    With the Loewe Blu-ray player BluTech Vision 3D you’re fully kitted and maximum 15m. out to watch Blu-ray discs with 2D and 3D material. With the Loewe system integration you control BluTech Vision 3D and your Loewe TV set simultaneously using the Assist remote control.
  • Page 146: Equipment Variants

    Individual 40-55 - 146 - User guide Accessories Equipment variants The equipment of the individual set variants and their upgrade/conversion possibilities is listed in the table below. Set variants Individual 55 Individual 46 Individual 40 DR + ˜ ˜ ˜...
  • Page 147: Mounting Options

    Individual 40-55 - 147 - User guide Accessories Mounting options Screen Table Cross I 55 Screen Table Plate I 46/55 Rotation Unit Table I 40-55 Screen Table Plate I 40 Rotation Unit Table I 40-55 Sound Screen Table Cross I 40/ 46 Rotation Unit Table I 40-55 MU Rotation Unit Table I 40-55 Sound MU Screen Floor Cross I 55...
  • Page 148: Environment

    Free Software Foundation. In accordance with the Battery Directive, used batter- The publication of this program by Loewe is carried out WITHOUT ANY ies should no longer be disposed of in the domestic GUARANTEE OR SUPPORT, particularly without an implicit guarantee waste.
  • Page 149: Glossary

    Digital Link HD: System for controlling units via the HDMI connection from the data programmed in the timer data, the running time of the of the Loewe TV set when they have been set up in a covered position. recording is adapted automatically. The automatic time control is not DMM: Abbreviation for Digital Movie Mode.
  • Page 150 Dynamic contrast ratio: Here the light intensity of the display is Loewe TV set. The infrared sensor required for this is available as an ac- adapted in case of a high black content in the picture. The so-called cessory and can be connected to the IR-Link connection of the TV set.
  • Page 151 Individual 40-55 - 151 - User guide Glossary Smart Card: The Smart Card is an electronic chip card issued by the respective programme provider or by the certification free Pay TV operators. It contains the code which is decoded by the CA module. NAS: The term describes a hard disk which is independently linked to the network (i.e.
  • Page 152 Individual 40-55 - 152 - User guide Glossary Ycc/Ypp: Colour standards for Set-top boxes.. YCbCr: Digital colour model, informally also incorrect designation for signals in standard resolution (SDTV). The YCbCr colour model, in which, e.g., DVDs are coded, has been developed from the YUV colour model used in analogue television technology.
  • Page 153: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    Individual 40-55 - 153 - User guide EC Declaration of Conformity Този уред отговаря на основните изисквания и разширените съответни предпоставки Директива 1999/5/ЕС. Разреше- но е използването му във всички държави от ЕС, и освен това в Исландия, Норвегия и Швейцария. Във Франция и Италия...
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  • Page 155: Index

    Individual 40-55 - 155 - User guide Index Connecting the TV set ..............13 Connections ................. 11, 12, 86 3D ......................87 Contrast ....................87 3D function ..................89 Control ..................... 86 3D mode ..................89 Copy recording to external hard disk ..........52 24p format ..................126 Create new personal list ..............97 Access code ...................
  • Page 156 Exit ....................74 Length of the station list ..............35 Full-screen mode ................74 LNC/LNB ................26, 28, 29 Rotating the photo ...............74 Loewe Apps ..................136 Slide show ..................74 Loudness ..................91 Picture ..................86, 87 Picture adjustment ..............87, 88 Picture format ................87, 88 4:3 ....................
  • Page 157 Individual 40-55 - 157 - User guide Index Safety ..................... 6, 7 UPnP ....................55 Satellite selection ............26, 27, 28, 29 USB stick ..................102 Satellite system ................25 Scope of delivery ................5 Scrambled stations ..........23, 24, 30, 82, 93 VBD+ ....................87 Selecting a station out of the station list ........
  • Page 158: Service

    Fax +34 - 913 29 16 75 Block D, Plot No. 7 Shanti Kunj E-mail: loewe@maygap.com Vasant Kunj New Delhi - 110070, India Tel +91 11 47 65 55 00 Fax +91 11 47 67 67 15 E-Mail: admin@navshiv.com © by Loewe Opta 12.09.12...
  • Page 159: Code Page

    Individual 40-55 - 159 - User guide Code page CONDOR 164, 226 LORENZEN 161, 162, 163, 164, 165, 186 CONNEXIONS 047, 096, 226, 231 GENIX LORRAINE BSAT 166, 169 CONRAD 006, 010, 164, 169, 226, 230 GENERAL-INSTRUMENTS LUPUS AEGIR CONTEC 054, 135, 169 GIUCAR RECORD LUXOR...
  • Page 160 Individual 40-55 - 160 - User guide Code page OPTIMA SATMASTER 191, 205, 206, 211 OPTUS SATPARTNER 017, 079, 094, 133, 179, THORENS ORBIT 025, 194 180, 193, 201 THORN ORBITECH 006, 017, 103, 169, 181, 224 SATSTATION THORN-FERGUSON 023, 048, 067 ORIGO 126, 221 SAVA...
  • Page 161: Notes

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