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ProScan PS60690 User Manual

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 2 WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFERSERVICING TO QUALIFIED To reduce fire or shock DO NOT OPEN SERVICE PERSONNEL. hazard, do not expose this TV to rain or moisture. This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage"...
  • Page 3 If you want all the benefits of the latest technology, without the complexity, we have a very simple solution. It's called ProScan. State-of-the-art technology that real people can use. Thank you for choosing ProScan. And welcome to our company-wide commitment to your complete satisfaction and viewing enjoyment.
  • Page 4 Use the MOVE arrows to navigate around the menu, highlight menu items, and make adjustments. PROGRAM SPLIT CH CTRL <><><><> Point to Exit and press MENU to return to the Main Menu. Point to Exit and press MENU to return to normal viewing. SIZE SWAP FREEZE _'Qns. PROSCAN...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    First Things First ..........Using the Menu System ........The Menu Rule: Point and Select ............Menus and Control Panels..............Interactive Setup ..........Enteringthe Interactive Setup ............Connect the TV ................Search for Channels ................. Set the Time ..................Edit the Channel Labels ..............Programming the Remotes ........
  • Page 6 Appendices eeeeeeeeeeeeeoeeeoeoeeeQeoeoee eeoeooe_ee eoeeoeoee Things to Know Before Connecting Components ......Appendix A: Connections ......... Connection A: TV Only ..............Connection B: TV and Mono VCR ............ Connection C: TV and Stereo VCR ........... Connection D: TV and Stereo VCR Using a Splitter ......65 Connection E:TV and DSS Receiver ..........

  • Page 7: First Things First

    FIRST THINGS FIRST...
  • Page 8 STEP :UNPACK ACCESSORIES The accessories packed with TV include the Universal Remote, the Simple Remote, six AAA batteries, an antenna adapter, and an audio/ video adapter for plugging your camcorder into the front of the TV. Be sure to locate the Connections Foldout. I.-_ stop _0 _0 _0...
  • Page 9 WITH OTHER COMPONENTS llll Use the Connections Foldout to connect your TV to a VCR, DSS receiver, or laserdisc player. See AppendixA, p. 62 for detailed information about using each of these connections. After connecting the TV, proceed to Step 3, below. If your components don't match those shown on the Foldout, or if you prefer a different connection, see your dealer or the specific component user manuals.
  • Page 10 PROGRAM SPLIT CHCTRL <><><><> SIZE SWAP FREEZE _0-- PROSCAN double or triple image, you may have to adjust the color convergence. If the picture appears to have a Details are on pages 44 and 56.

  • Page 11: Using The Menu System

    USING MENU SYSTEM...

  • Page 12: The Menu Rule: Point And Select

    MENU RULE: POINT SELECT You only need to know one rule to use the on-screen menus: point and select. WHAT IS POINT SELECT? The point and select method has two steps. 1. Point to a menu item using the MOVE arrows on the remote. MENU To point up or down, press the up or down arrows.

  • Page 13: Menus And Control Panels

    MENUS, CONTROLS CONTROL PANELS There are three parts to the menu system: menus, controls, and control panels. Before you can use the contols and control panels to adjust your TV, you have to move through the Main Menu and select a control.
  • Page 14 The Exit Button All menus have an Exit button. Selecting the Exit button always takes you to the previous screen. Selecting the Exit button from the Main Menu returns you to regular TV viewing. For example, Press MENU to bring up the Living Room Main Menu. Point to Exit.
  • Page 15 The Help Button All menus have a Help button. For example, selecting the Help button from the Main Menu brings up all of the help balloons for the Living Room. 1. Press MENU to bring up the Living Room Main Menu. 2.
  • Page 16 MENUS There are six menus available from the Living Room Main Menu. When you point to different items in the Living Room, a different menu highlights. PressMENU on the remote to select the highlighted menu. To exit a menu There are two ways to exit a menu: •...
  • Page 17 Toggles Use toggles to choose a particular setting from several available settings. For example, to indicate which antenna you are using: 1. Press MENU to bring up the Living Room Main Menu. 2. Point to Channel (the remote control on the table) and press MENU.
  • Page 18 CONTROL PANELS Control panels can contain different types of controls, such as numeric entry, sliders, and checkboxes, that let you adjust the TV. A slider in a control panel works just like a slider in a menu. Numeric entry and checkboxes are described below.
  • Page 19 Checkboxes Use checkboxes to add a particular channel to a list of channels, or to remove the channel from a list. For example, to add channel 13 to your list of favorite channels: 1. Press MENU to bring up the Living Room Main Menu. 2.
  • Page 20 EXPLORE, EXPLORE, EXPLORE! Once you've learned the basics, feel free to poke around in the menu system. The context-sensitive help at the bottom of the screen provides instructions for getting through any particular menu or control panel. Remember, press CLEAR at any time to leave the menu system and return to regular TV viewing.

  • Page 21: Interactive Setup

    INTERACTIVE SETUP...

  • Page 22: Enteringthe Interactive Setup

    ENTERING INTERACTIVE SETUP The interactive setup routine is accessed through the Assistance menu: 1. Press MENU to bring up the Living Room Main Menu. 2. Point to Nipper to highlight the Assistance menu and press MENU. The Assistance menu appears with the Setup control highlighted.

  • Page 23: Connect The Tv

    STEP : CONNECT This section of the setup asks questions about the components have and walks you through the steps needed to connect your TV to a VCR, Digital Satellite System receiver, and laserdisc player. If you used the Connections Foldout to connect your TV, you can skip this step or follow...

  • Page 24: Edit The Channel Labels

    STEP FOUR: SPEAKER CONFIGURATION This step lets you tell the TV how many speakers you have connected to your TV. 1. Point left or right to indicate the speaker setup that matches your system. 2. Point to EXIT and press MENU to go to the next step. STEP FIVE: EDIT...

  • Page 25: Programming The Remotes

    PROGRAMMING REMOTES...

  • Page 26: Programming The Universal Remote

    You can program the universal remote to control most brands of AMeFM TAPE © remote controllable TVs, VCRs, and cable boxes. If you have an RCA, GE or PROSCAN VCR, you may not need to program the remote at all. PLAY Other manufacturer's brands need to be programmed. STOP PAUSE l-i-! r-.-1...
  • Page 27 ..047,049,057,062,065,067,068,070 Videosonic ........007 Pioneer ......005,016,050 Fisher.. 002,012,018,019,043,048,058 Wards ....005,006,007,008,009, Portland ......044,045,052 Funai ..........015 ....0 12,013,015,025,027,031,035 ProScan..........GE ....000,007,008,032,037,053 Yamaha....002,014,016,030,046 Quartz ..........Goldstar ....009,014,046,060 Zenith ......01 1,017,026,072 Quasar ........008,053 Harman Kardon ......014 RCA ....

  • Page 28: To Control A Dss Receiver

    Programming the Universal Remote to Control the RCA Receiver The universal remote is preprogrammed to control the RCA DSS receiver. Many buttons on your TV remote have the same functions as the buttons on the RCA DSS remote. You may want to experiment with other buttons on the remote to see if they work with your receiver.

  • Page 29: To Control A Cable Box

    Programming the Universal Remote to Control a Cable Box Refer to the Connection Foldout or contact your cable company to Cable Box Codes hook up your cable box. If you have a cable box with its own remote, you also may be able to use the TV's remote with your cable box. This ABC ..........

  • Page 30: To Control A Laserdisc Player

    Player Codes to Control a Laserdisc Player ProScan..........Use the codes in the code list on the right or on the sheet packed with RCA ........... your remote. However, this remote may not operate all models of the Pioneer ..........
  • Page 31 Audio Component Codes ONKYO AMP .......... 001 AM/FM ........082 AIWA CD .......... 078 CD .......... 060 TAPE ......... 080,08 I PHONO ........079 _KAI AMP ........002,008 PANASONIC AMP .......... DENON AM/FM ........038 CD ..........CD ........036,083 DYNAMIC BASS TAPE .........

  • Page 32: Programming The Simple Remote

    To program the VCR button using CODE SEARCH 1. Make sure the VCR is turned off unless it is a GE, PROSCAN, or RCA product. If the VCR is a GE, PROSCAN or RCA product, turn it on. CHAN 2. Press the VCR button and the POWER button simultaneously.
  • Page 33 Pioneer ..05,16,33 (laser disc),50 ^^V< 62 ^<<V Colortyme ........1 4 Portland ....... 4 4,45,52 12 ^^<^ 63 h<<< ProScan ........... 00 Craig ........... 07,12 13 ^^<> 64 >^hA Curtis Mathes ....0 0,07,08, Quartz ..........02 14 ^h<v 65 >^h>...

  • Page 34: Using The Simple Remote To Control A Component

    CHAN buttons to change channels.To return to using the simple remote buttons as transport keys, press VCR. For PROSCAN, RCA, and GE devices, pressing the device button will usually turn the device on. Use the POWER button to turn the...

  • Page 35: Tour Of The Tv

    TOUR OF THE...
  • Page 36 TV waits 30 seconds before returning you to the original channel. Press repeatedly to add more time. PROSCAN " MUTE Turns off the TV's sound. Press again to restore the sound. PREV CH Returns to the previous channel.
  • Page 37 INPUT Press to toggle through the available input sources (VID1, VlD2, VlD3, FRNT, etc.). ANTENNA When in TV mode, changes the antenna input. Functions as TVoVCR button in VCR mode and TVoDSS button in DSSoCABLE Mode. CLEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns to TV viewing.

  • Page 38: Remote Buttons

    SIMPLE REMOTE BUTTONS VOL < Decreases the volume. When in the menu system, VOL < is used to point to items and adjust menu controls. In VCR mode, it functions as a REW or reverse search button. VOL > Increases the volume. When in the menu system, VOL > is used to point to items and adjust menu controls.

  • Page 39: Channel Marker

    CHANNEL MARKER There are several indicators that come up when you change channels, press the DISPLAY button, or press the TV button. This display is called the Channel Marker. 9 Displays the current channel. PIP 2 Displays the current PIP channel, if in use. CNN If assigned using the Lists and Labels control panel, displays the channel logo for the current channel.

  • Page 40: Back Panel

    BACK PANEL INPUT Lets you connect a video component such as a VCR, DSS receiver, or laserdisc player. S-VIDEO L/MORO RIGHT VIDEO L/MONO Provides left audio connection. Or, if you are connecting a INPUT 1 "_H__II_)_ L/MONO RIGHT VIDEO mono component, use the L/MONO input. The left audio connector is I_PUT usually white.
  • Page 41 SIGNAL SOURCE Provides connection to a home antenna or cable TV system. VIDEO L/MONO RIGHT SURR DENTER SURR OUTPUT BRIDGED FROM INPUT Provides fixed-level audio and VIOEO UMONO RIGHT video from the INPUT 1 source only. CONTROLLED o_T'_ PROLOGIC LEFT/SUB OUTPUTS RIGHT FIXED OUTPUT...

  • Page 42: Front Panel

    FRONT PANEL VOL < Decreases the volume. When in the menu system, use VOL < MENU to point left to items and adjust menu controls. VOL > Increases the volume. When in the menu system, use VOL > to point right to items and adjust menu controls. CHAN ^ Scans up through the channel list.

  • Page 43: Quick Reference Guide

    QUICK REFERENCE...

  • Page 44: Audio Menu

    AUDIO MENU Mute Lets you turn the TV's sound off or on. Mute Equalizer Takes you to slider bars that adjust the tone of each of the Sound TV's external and internal speakers. Speakers Lets you turn on or off the TV's internal, external or rear speakers.
  • Page 45 Tweak Takes you to a control panel that lets you make appropriate fine adjustments to your TV's sound. The changes you can make depend on the speaker configuration and the audio processor you chose. Sound Check Lets you feed white noise through each of your speakers in turn, two seconds at a time to better adjust the balance among your speakers.

  • Page 46: Picture Quality Menu

    PICTURE QUALITY MENU Contrast Adjusts the difference between the light and dark areas of the picture. Color Adjusts the richness of the color. Tint Adjusts the balance between the red and green levels. Black Level Adjusts the brightness of the picture. SharpnessAdjusts the crispness of edges in the picture.

  • Page 47: Screen Menu

    SCREEN MENU PIX+ PIX+ Lets you set the PIX+ mode. DIIII Screen Single Screen The usual appearance of the TV. PIP (Picture-in-Picture) A second, smaller picture appears in the corner of the screen. Split Screen The screen is divided into two pictures, one on the left and one on the right.
  • Page 48 Closed Captioning Display Lets you choose the way closed captioning information is shown on the screen. Off No captioning information displayed. On Always Captioning information is displayed, when available. On When Sound is Muted Captioning information is displayed, if available, when the TV's sound is muted. The captioning information is not displayed when the sound is on.

  • Page 49: Time Menu

    TIME MENU Sleep Timer Lets you select how long the TV waits before it turns off. Schedule Leads to a control panel that lets you set up a schedule turning the TV on and off automatically. The on-screen directions guide you through the steps needed to set the schedule.

  • Page 50: Channel Menu

    CHANNEL MENU Parental Control Parentat Controt Lets you turn the Parental Control feature off or on. You indicate which I-II channels are Parent Approved in the Lists and Labels control panel, explained below. On The front panel CHAN buttons will tune only to channels that you have marked as "Parent Approved"...
  • Page 51 NORM All the channels that have Normal checked make up the Normal list. These channels can be viewed by scanning with the CHAN buttons, if the Normal viewing list is selected in the Options Parental Control control panel in the Screen menu. In Normal viewing, channels that 1311 are not part of the list can be viewed by using the number buttons on the remote.
  • Page 52 AUTO TUNING Leads to a menu that lets you set up the TV to automatically tune to Parental Control the correct input channel when you press VCR1, VCR2-LD, DSS.CABLE. I-Ill Set VCR 1 Channel Lets you select the channel that the TV tunes to when you press the VCRI button.
  • Page 53 Set VCR2, LD Channel Lets you select the channel that the TV tunes to when you press the VCR2 °LD button. The choices are the same as those listed under Set VCR I Channel, except that the component is the second VCR or laserdisc player, and the remote button being programmed is VCR2.LD.

  • Page 54: Assistance

    ASSISTANCE Setup The Setup routine is part of the Assistance menu and is described in Interactive Setup. Connections Helps you connect different components to the TV. The Connections routine is also part of the setup routine. When you are using the Connections routine, be sure and follow along in the Connections...

  • Page 55: Advanced Features

    ADVANCED FEATURES...

  • Page 56: Pix+ Operation

    PIX+ OPERATION There are four different PIX + modes: PIP (picture-in-picture), Split Screen, POP (picture-outside-picture) and Channel Guide. You can access all of these modes through the Screen menu. PIP Mode (picture-in-picture) Displays a second, smaller picture on top of the main picture. Split Screen Mode Divides the main picture...

  • Page 57: Two Tips For Using Pix+ Buttons

    SCAN Pressing SCAN causes the TV to automatically scan through your channel list, using the currently selected window. To change the currently selected window, use CH CTRL. Each channel is displayed for four seconds before the TV automatically tunes to the next channel in the list.

  • Page 58: Closed Captioning

    CLOSED CAPTIONING Many programs are encoded with closed captioning information, which lets you display the audio portion of a program as text on the TV screen. You can tell the TV to display closed captioning: a) never, b) whenever it is available, or c) whenever the audio is muted. DISPLAY CLOSED CAPTIONING...
  • Page 59 CLOSED CAPTIONING MODES The TV offers eight closed-captioned modes, including four text modes. To Set the Closed Captioning Mode 1. Select Screen from the Main Menu. 2. Point to Closed-Captioned Mode. 3. Use the move arrows to select your choice. 4.

  • Page 60: Adjusting Projection Tv

    ADJUSTING PROJECTION Your projection TV has three color projection tubes-one for red, one for green, and one for blue. When the tubes are precisely aligned they create the color images you see on the TV screen. Over time, the picture can drift out of alignment due to normal bumps and vibrations or moving the TV.

  • Page 61: On-Screen Program Details

    ON-SCREEN PROGRAM DETAILS Program providers have the option of sending information through the airwaves along with their programs. If this information is available, the TV can display it when you press DISPLAY. To display the on-screen program details: 1. Press DISPLAY once to bring up the channel marker. 2.

  • Page 62: Choosing An Audio Processor

    CHOOSING AUDIO PROCESSOR Changing the audio processor changes the way your TV sounds. There are two ways to change the audio processor: from the Audio menu or by pressing SURROUND on the remote. For more information, see Audio Menu. Choosing an audio processor from the Audio Menu 1.

  • Page 63: Using And Modifying Fetch

    USING MODIFYING FETCH Using Fetch To use the commands currently stored in Fetch: Press the Fetch button during normal viewing. The Fetch menu appears. By default, the menu includes the Sleep Timer slider from the Time menu, the Audio Processor toggle from the Audio menu, the Contrast slider from the Picture Quality menu, and the Closed Cap Disp toggle...

  • Page 64: Displaying On-Screen Help

    Channel menu appears. Context Sensitive Help This ProScan TV also provides Context-Sensitive Help. The TV knows the buttons you press and will offer information tailored to your needs. To use Context-Sensitive Help: 1. Press MENU to bring up the Main Menu.

  • Page 65: Appendices

    APPENDICES...

  • Page 66: Appendix A: Connections

    ONLY This Foldout. information applies to Connection A in the Connections Connection A provides: • stereo sound from broadcast programs ° Picture in Picture (PIP) To use this connection you must have: • (1) coaxial cable To connect: 1. Connect cables as shown in Connection A. 2.

  • Page 67: Connection B: Tv And Mono Vcr

    MONO applies to Connection B in the Connections Foldout. This information Connection B provides: • stereo sound from broadcast programs • mono sound from VCR • Picture in Picture (PIP) • viewing one channel on TV while recording another channel To use this connection you must have: •...

  • Page 68: Connection C: Tv And Stereo Vcr

    AND STEREO This information applies to Connection C in the Connections Foldout. Connection C provides: • stereo sound from broadcast programs • stereo sound from VCR • Picture in Picture (PIP) • viewing one channel on TV while recording another channel To use this connection you must have: •...

  • Page 69: Connection D: Tv And Stereo Vcr Using A Splitter

    AND VCR USING A SPLITTER This information applies to Connection D in the Connections Foldout. Connection D provides: • stereo sound from broadcast programs • stereo sound from VCR • Picture in Picture (PIP) • viewing one channel on TV while recording another channel...

  • Page 70: Connection E:tv And Dss Receiver

    RECEIVER This information applies to Connection E in the Connections Foldout. Connection E provides: • stereo sound from broadcast programs • stereo sound from the DSS receiver • Picture in Picture (PIP) To use this connection you must have: • (2) coaxial cables •...

  • Page 71: Connection F: Tv, Vcr And Dss Receiver

    VCR, RECEIVER This information applies to Connection F in the Connections Foldout. Connection F provides: • stereo sound from broadcast programs • stereo sound from VCR • stereo sound from the DSS receiver To use this connection you must have: •...

  • Page 72: Connection G: Tv, Vcr And Dss Receiver Using A Splitter

    VCR, RECEIVER USING SPLITTER This information applies to Connection (3 in the Connections Foldout. Connection G provides: • stereo sound from broadcast programs • stereo sound from VCR • stereo sound from the DSS receiver • Picture in Picture (PIP) •...
  • Page 73 To record off-air (cable or antenna) broadcasts and watch a different channel: 1. Turn DSS receiver off. 2. Press VCR1 and tune to a channel. 3. Press RECORD to begin recording. 4. To watch another channel, make sure the TV/VCR switch on the VCR is set to TV;...

  • Page 74: Connection H: Adding A Laserdisc Player

    To play a tape on the VCR: 1. Press VCR1 and then press PLAY. ADDING LASERDISC PLAYER This information applies to Connection H in the Connections Foldout. Connection H provides: • stereo sound from a Laserdisc player To use this connection you must have: •...

  • Page 75: Appendix B: Connecting External Speakers

    CONNECTING EXTERNAL SPEAKERS You can connect up to six additional speakers to the TV: two to the FRONT SPEAKERS two to the CENTER SPEAKERS, terminals, --center channel to the REAR SPEAKERSterminals. Illll I,,,, Im I Front (Main) Speakers --main L, III I To connect external speakers: --surround SURR...

  • Page 76: Connecting Audio Components

    CONNECTING AUDIO COMPONENTS Connecting a stereo amplifier 1. Connect the amplifier's TV audio inputs to the left (L/MONO) right (R) HI-FI OUTPUT jacks. 2. You may prefer to turn off the TV's internal speakers by selecting a speaker configuration with external speakers from the Audio menu.

  • Page 77: Connectinga Camcorder For Playback

    CONNECTING A CAMCORDER PLAYBACK There are two connections recommended for playing back from camcorder to the TV: Front Connection Playback 1. Locate the AV adapter included with your TV accessories. 2. Connect the camcorder's video output to the adapter's video input (yellow).

  • Page 78: Connecting A Camcorder To Record From Tv

    CONNECTING A CAMCORDER RECORD FROM To record from the TV to the camcorder: 1. Connect the camcorder's audio/video input cables to the TV's FIXED OUTPUT jacks. 2. Consult your camcorder's owner's manual for instructions on camcorder recording. S-VHS Camcorder The TV does not supply video output in S-Video form.

  • Page 79: Appendix C: Troubleshooting Tips

    TROUBLESHOOTING Troubles sometimes are caused by simple "faults" that you can correct without the help of a service technician. If you experience dJfficulty with your TV, check a few basic remedies before calling your service technician. TV will not turn on •...
  • Page 80 Blank screen • Maybe the device connected to the input jacks is not turned on. • Try another channel. • Press RESET,in case the picture controls are set too low. No sound, picture okay • Maybe sound is muted. Try pressing volume up button to restore sound.

  • Page 81: Appendix D: Limited Warranty

    Pay any Authorized PROSCAN Television Servicenter the labor charges to repair your television. • Pay any Authorized PROSCAN Television Servicenter for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement parts and picture tube required to repair your television. How you get service: •...

  • Page 82: Appendix E: Care And Cleaning

    CARE CLEANING You can clean the TV as required, using a soft cloth or the dusting attachment for your vacuum cleaner. Be sure to occasionally vacuum the ventilation slots in the cabinet to help assure adequate ventilation. To clean the TV screen, use a diluted soap and water mixture and a soft cloth.
  • Page 83 Connecting a tape deck 72 Symbols Connecting Audio Components 72 (0-9) 32 L/MONO audio jacks 36 Connecting Speakers 71 Connecting to an AiV receiver 37 Contrast 42 Control Panels 12 Main Menu 33 Choice Lists 13 Matrix Surround 40 jack Sliders 12 MENU 13, 33...
  • Page 84 Sleep Timer 45 Programming the remotes 22 Sliders 12 Programming the Simple Remote Sound Check 41 Speaker Switch 71 Programming the universal remote Speakers 40 to control a DSS 24 Split Screen 43 Programming the Universal Remote Stereo headphones 38 to Control a VCR 22, 26 SWAP 33 Prologic 40...
  • Page 85 To order accessories, contact your local ProScan Dealer. If a dealer is not nearby, you can also follow the instructions Charge your order on your VISA or MasterCard by below to order by telephone. filling in below United States and Canadian Orders...
  • Page 86 Accessory Order Form for ProScan TV Models Audio/Video C ables c ontinued Total Part No. Description Stereo Audio Cable Double gold-tipped AH047 3.99 Signal Splitter cable generally used AH065G 6.99 Gold-Tipped Antenna Cable (6-ft) for connecting stereo AH066G 8.99 Gold-Tipped Antenna Cable (10-if) audio components.
  • Page 87 General Cable Information The following accessories are available from most ProScan dealers and electronics supply stores in case you want to Antenna (or cable-TV) connections are made with either position your components farther apart or need additional coaxial antenna cable or twin-lead cable.
  • Page 88 PROSCAN We are committed to your complete satisfaction and viewing enjoyment. Any time you have a question or want information about your ProScan product, call our friendly toll-free number listed below. We're always ready to help you Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM EST.

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