Contents Preparation ......................................5 Unpacking the TV ..........................................5 Installing / Removing the Base Stand ..................................6 Front / Right Side View and Controls ...................................7 Rear View and Sockets ........................................8 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control ................................9 Remote Control Operation Range ....................................9 Remote Control ..........................................10 Connections ......................................13 Making Video and Audio Connections ..................................13 Connecting an AV Device Using an HDMI Cable..............................13...
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Using the Features ...................................39 EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) (DTV Mode) ..............................39 − Switch On / Off EPG ......................................39 − Select a Programme ......................................39 Teletext (ATV Mode) ........................................40 − To Turn on Teletext Function................................... 40 Digital Teletext (DTV Mode) ......................................41 −...
Preparation Thank you for purchasing your new Currys Essentials 16" LED Backlit LCD TV. Your new TV has many features and incorporates the latest technology to enhance your viewing experience. We recommend that you spend some time reading this instruction manual so that you fully understand these features.
Installing / Removing the Base Stand The LCD display is very fragile, and must be protected at all times when installing and removing the base stand. Be sure that no hard or sharp object, or anything that could scratch or damage the LCD display, comes into contact with it. DO NOT exert pressure on the front of the TV at any time because the screen could crack.
Front / Right Side View and Controls Item Description Illuminates green when the TV is turned on. Illuminates red when the TV is in standby POWER LED mode. The LED will flash green and red when the timer programming has started in the standby mode.
Rear View and Sockets VIDEO HDMI2 Socket Description RF Aerial Connects to the aerial socket on the wall with the RF coaxial cable. PC AUDIO / PC AUDIO Connects to a computer or other devices with a VGA interface. SCART Connects to a VCR, DVD Player, or other AV device with a SCART output socket.
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 1. Press and lift the back cover to open the battery compartment of the remote control. 2. Insert two AAA size batteries. Make sure the (+) and ( - ) ends of the batteries match the (+) and ( - ) ends indicated in the battery compartment.
Remote Control Switch the TV between on and standby mode. MUTE Mute and restore your TV sound. 3. 0-9 Number Button • Press to select a programme. • Select numbered items in a menu. (DVD mode) 4. LIST • Display the channel list. (ATV / DTV mode) • Display the text page on the teletext screen.
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19. FAV Display the favourite channel list. (ATV / DTV mode) SETUP Display and exit the DVD setup menu. (DVD mode) 20. i Display the present screen information such as the current channel on ATV / DTV mode and the input source except ATV / DTV mode.
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Skip to the beginning of the next chapter / track / photo. (DVD / USB mode) REVEAL Reveal hidden information such as the answer to a quiz in teletext. (ATV mode) To skip to the beginning of the previous chapter / track / photo.
Connections Making Video and Audio Connections Not all AV devices have the ability to connect to a TV, please refer to the owner’s manual of your AV device for compatibility and connection procedures. When connecting any external AV device, do not connect the mains adapter to the mains socket until all other connections are complete.
Connecting a Computer Using a VGA Cable Rear Right Side View of TV 1. Use a VGA cable to connect the TV’s PC IN input socket to a computer’s VGA output socket. Use an audio cable to connect the TV’s PC AUDIO input HDMI1 PC AUDIO SCART...
Connecting an AV Device Using a SCART Cable Rear Right Side View of TV 1. Use a SCART cable to connect the TV’s SCART input socket to an external AV device’s SCART output socket. HDMI1 PC AUDIO SCART PC IN 2.
Initial Setup Turning the TV On for the First Time 1. Connect one end of the RF coaxial cable to the aerial socket on the wall and the other end of the cable to the RF (75Ω) socket at the rear right side of your TV.
7. Channel tuning will commence. This operation may take up to 6 minutes. Channel Tuning The display will show the progress of the tuning and the number of channels found. : 3 Channel(s) 8. If you want to skip the ATV tuning, press the MENU button to interrupt : 0 Channel(s) the tuning half way.
Channel Selection • Press the CH + / – buttons on the remote control repeatedly or the 0-9 buttons to select the channel. Alternative Press the LIST button to enter the Channel List. Then use the buttons to highlight and select the channel. Press the OK button to view the selected channel.
Customising TV Settings Channel Setting (TV, DTV or Radio Mode) Auto Tuning Use this to automatically find and store all available channels. This is normally recommended if some channels have been added or removed by the broadcaster or if you have moved house. 1.
DTV Manual Tuning Allows you to make manual fine tuning adjustments to the channel under DTV mode. 1. Press the MENU button and then press the buttons to select the CHANNEL menu and then press the OK button. CHANNEL PICTURE SOUND TIME OPTION...
3. The ATV Manual Tuning screen will pop up. Use the buttons to select ATV Manual Tuning the following options and the buttons to adjust the setting. Storage To 1 Storage To Presets the channel number. Sound System I Selects the sound system: I / DK / BG / L (for Sound System SECAM).
c. Move Press the YELLOW button and then press the buttons to move to the selected channel. Press the YELLOW button or the OK button to confirm. d. Skip Press the BLUE button to skip the selected channel. Press the BLUE button again to undo it.
CI (Common Interface) (DTV Mode) The common interface allows the use of a Common Access Module to enable you to view scrambled (pay to view) services. These services are provided by TopUp TV (UK only) and others. The Common Access Module and viewing card can be obtained from the service provider.
Software Update (Over Air Download) The TV auto detects the latest firmware through the DTV signal and allows you to accept or refuse the firmware upgrade service. 1. Press the MENU button and then press the buttons to select the CHANNEL menu and then press the OK button.
Picture Setting Allows you to set your preferred picture mode. 1. Press the MENU button and then press the buttons to select the PICTURE menu and then press the OK button. CHANNEL PICTURE SOUND TIME OPTION LOCK EXIT EXIT 2. Press the buttons to select the following picture options and then press the OK button.
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Aspect Ratio Allows you to watch the screen in various picture formats: Auto / 4:3 / 16:9 / Zoom / Subtitle / Smart Zoom. Input Signal 4:3 Input Signal 16:9 Auto This selection will display This selection will display the picture according to the picture according to the aspect ratio of the the aspect ratio of the...
Sound Setting Allows you to select an audio-enhancement technique. 1. Press the MENU button and then press the buttons to select the SOUND menu and then press the OK button. CHANNEL PICTURE SOUND TIME OPTION LOCK EXIT EXIT 2. Press the buttons to select the following sound options and then press the OK button.
Stereo / Dual Sound Reception (ATV Mode) When a programme is selected, press the AD button to display the sound information for the selected station. Broadcast On Screen Display MONO / NICAM MONO Mono Stereo MONO / NICAM STEREO MONO / NICAM DUAL I, NICAM DUAL II, NICAM DUAL I+II Dual Mono sound selection If the stereo signal is weak, you can switch to mono by pressing the AD button.
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3. Press the buttons to select the options. Press the OK button and then press the buttons to adjust each option’s setting. Clock The clock is set automatically when receiving a digital signal. Off Time Allows you to set the off time that will automatically switch off the TV. Cycle through and select from the following off time options: Off / Once / Every Day / Mon.~Fri.
Option Setting OSD Language Allows you to select your desired on screen menu language. 1. Press the MENU button and then press the buttons to select the OPTION menu and then press the OK button. CHANNEL PICTURE SOUND TIME OPTION LOCK EXIT EXIT...
3. Press the buttons to select the Primary / Secondary Audio Language. Primary Audio Language Press the button and then press the buttons to select your desired audio language. Press the OK button to confirm. Cesky English Fran ais 4. Press the BACK button to return to the previous menu or press the Espanol Dansk Hrvatski...
2. Press the buttons to select Hearing Impaired and then press the OK button to select On / Off. OSD Language 3. Press the BACK button to return to the previous menu or press the Audio Language Subtitle Language MENU button to return to the main menu. Hearing Impaired On Country 4.
Format Press the OK button, a File System Size menu will pop-up. Press the buttons to select your preferred file type between FAT32 and HiSpeed FS. If you select HiSpeed FS, press the button and buttons to select your preferred file size. Press the OK button to confirm and then then press the press the button to start formatting.
Restore Factory Default Restores all settings to the factory defaults. 1. Press the MENU button and then press the buttons to select the OPTION menu and then press the OK button. CHANNEL PICTURE SOUND TIME OPTION LOCK EXIT EXIT 2. Press the buttons to select Restore Factory Default and then press the OK button.
2. Press the OK button to select Lock System. Lock System Set Password Block Channel Parental Guidance Off 3. Use the 0-9 buttons to input a 4-digit password to enter the LOCK menu. Please enter password The default password is “6666”. If you change the password, be sure to remember the new password! If you forget the new password, enter the master password“9527”.
4. Press the buttons to select Set Password and then press the OK button. Lock System Set Password Block Channel Parental Guidance Off 5. Use the 0-9 buttons to input the old password and then input the new 4-digit password. Re-enter new password for confirmation. Please enter old password The default password is “6666”.
4. Press the buttons to select Block Channel and then press the OK button. Lock System Set Password Block Channel Parental Guidance Off 5. A Block Channel screen will pop up. Press the buttons to select a Block Channel channel. Press the GREEN button on the remote control to block or 800 SZTVM01 unblock the channel.
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3. Use the 0-9 buttons to input a 4-digit password to enter the LOCK menu. Please enter password The default password is “6666”. If you change the password, be sure to remember the new password! If you forget the new password, enter the master password“9527”.
Using the Features EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) (DTV Mode) This system has an Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) to help you navigate through all the possible viewing options. The EPG supplies information such as programme listings, start and end times for all available services. In addition, detailed information about the programme is often available in the EPG (the availability and amount of programme information will vary, depending on the particular broadcaster).
Teletext (ATV Mode) Teletext is a free service broadcast by some TV stations which gives up-to-the-minute information on news, weather, television programmes, share prices and many other topics. Using the Teletext control buttons you can view pages of information that are listed in the teletext index.
Digital Teletext (DTV Mode) Digital teletext can access special digital teletext services and specific services which broadcast digital teletext. You will need to turn off Subtitle Function before using teletext (refer to page 31 for details). Teletext within Digital Service 1.
Entertainment Connecting a USB Storage Device Rear Right Side View of TV 1. Switch off the TV before connecting any USB storage device. HDMI1 PC AUDIO SCART PC IN 2. Connect your USB storage device to the USB port of your TV. 3.
4. Press the buttons to navigate in the picture folder and then press the OK button. If you want to select the specified photos, press the buttons to select the picture file and then press the OK button. A tick box will be displayed.
6. Select the music you want to play, it will show the music information (Album / Title / Bit Rate / Artist / Sampling / Year / Size). Then press the PLAY button to play. 7. Press the buttons and then press the OK button to select the function: Pause / FB / FF / Prev / Next / Stop / Repeat All / Playlist / Goto Time.
My Text 1. Press the button on the right side panel of the TV or the INPUT button on the remote control then press the buttons to select the USB mode and then press the OK button. 2. Press the buttons to select TEXT and then press the OK button.
PVR (Personal Video Recorder) Time Shift Function This function allows the TV to virtually record the live viewing broadcast programme. • Time Shift Mode and Recording functions may If the transfer rate of the USB storage device is too slow for not work if the signal strength is weak.
Recording DTV Programme to a USB Storage Device Use this function to record the DTV programme you are watching on the main screen and save it for future viewing. The recording from timer programme or direct recording may have a little bit of delay when it starts to record the broadcast programme.
Timer Programming This function is used to perform scheduled recording. The recording from timer programme or direct recording may have a little bit of delay when it starts to record the broadcast programme. Please make sure the USB device is inserted. If not, a warning message will pop up. 1.
Play Recorded Programme You can play a recorded programme from the recorded programme list or from a USB Storage Device. 1. Press the button on the right side panel of the TV or the INPUT button on the remote control and then press the buttons to select the USB mode and then press the OK button.
Maintenance Maintenance Careful and regular cleaning can prolong the life of your TV. Be sure to press the button at the front right side of the TV or on the remote control to turn off the TV. Disconnect the mains adapter from the mains socket before any cleaning. 1.
Hints and Tips The audio function does not work. • Press the VOL + / – buttons. Picture OK but no sound MUTE button. • Sound muted? Press the • Try another channel. The problem may be caused by the broadcaster. No output from one of the speakers • Adjust the Balance settings in the SOUND menu.
Display Modes Display Modes The screen resolution has been optimised during production for the display modes listed below. Whilst the TV is capable of accepting a 1080p input, it is not capable of displaying this screen resolution and therefore the display will be scaled to fit the native resolution of the screen automatically.
Specifications Specifications Model C16LDIB11 Panel System 16 inch LED Backlit LCD Panel Display Resolution 1366 pixels (horizontal) x 768 pixels (vertical) Television System PAL I / BG / DK SEACAM L / BG / DK Brightness 170 cd/m Contrast Ratio...
Safety Warnings Safety Warnings • Read all the instructions carefully before using the unit Safety and keep them for future reference. • Always disconnect the unit from the mains supply before connecting / disconnecting other devices or • Retain the manual. If you pass the unit onto a third moving the unit.
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Service • To prevent screen burn if viewing any of the above for • To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove long periods of time, reduce contrast and brightness screws. The unit does not contain any user-serviceable when viewing.
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If you require a replacement for any of the items listed below, please quote their corresponding part numbers: Replacement Part Part Number TV Base 102C1631111 Remote Control 504C1636102 AAA Batteries 32200007158 Mains Adapter 514C2413123 SCART Adapter Cable 30430110019 Screw A 20912223101 Screw B 209020412B1...
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