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  • Page 2 WA[LN[N(3 To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove • cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. -- RISK OF ELECTRmC I • ,..' To reduce the risk of fire or SHOCKDONOT'OPENI Refer servmc,ngto qua,mea servmcepersonne,. Shock hazard, do not expose this TV to rain or moisture.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    FIRST THINGS FIRST ........Connecting your TV ..;......... TV only ........:......TV with other components ........ USING MENU SYSTEM, ..' ....The Menu Rule: Point and Select.._ ....8 What is Point and Select? ........
  • Page 4 QUICK REFERENCE ........Audio Menu ..L .._ ........... Picture Quality Menu ..........Screen Menu ............Channel Menu ............•"13meMenu, ............Parental Controls Menu ........Setup Menu ............. )xDVANCED FEATURES ........Choosing an Audio Processor ......50 Closed Captioning ..........

  • Page 5: First Things First

    • ',•: - i_i_ii'_ ' _i_; /_i:_i_i Hi, I'm Mark, FIRST THINGS FIRST I wrote this manual to help you get the most from ¥ your TV. Iknow you expect a lot from your TV, so I designed this user's manual to give you the information you need.., when you need it.

  • Page 6: Connecting Your Tv

    Step 1 Unpack the TV. Make sure to locate the remote Control and Connections Foldout. Step 2: Connecting your TV If you're only going to connect the "IV to your home antenna or cable system, use the "TV Only" connection shown below. If you're going to connect the TV to a VCR, satellite receiver, DVD player or other component, look at the Connections Foldout.
  • Page 7 Step, 3 Plug in the TV. Plug the end into the wall outlet, matching the wide blade of the plug with the wide slot in the outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely. " Step 4 Put batteries in the remote. •...
  • Page 8 t! "_/ -L" _' • ' • bi: Step6 -:./- _ Read the next section, Using the Menu System, which is a brief overview of the basic rules for getting around in the menus. Step 7 Proceed to section three, Interactive Setup. The interactive setup routine walks you throtJgh the steps needed to fully configure the TV.

  • Page 9: Using The Menu System

    _i" :_," _ _."_ ". "'::"" "_ " -" " ._-,, ," One Rule to Remember. You control and Customize the TV by makingchanges to various control panels in the menu system. The great thing is, you only need to know one rule: point and select.

  • Page 10: • T He Menu Rule: Point And Select

    • '., :..A • T he Menu Rule: Point and Select You only need to know one rule to use the on-screen menus and control panels: point and select. What is Point and Select? The point and select method has two steps. Point to a menu item using the MOVE arrows on the remote.
  • Page 11 • Press MENU to select Channel. The Channel menu comes Point to Exitand press MENU to return to the Main menu. Point to Exit and press MENU to leave the menu system and return to TV viewing. If you ever want to leave the menu system, press CLEAR. Once you know how to point and select your way through the menus, you can apply this rule in the control panels, which do the real work in the menu system.

  • Page 12: Menus Andcontrol Panels

    Menus and Control Panels There are two parts to the menu system: menus and control panels. But before you can use a control panel, you first have to move through at least one menu--the Main menu. Menus The first menu is called the Main menu. To bring up the Main menu: Press MENU on the remote or front panel: Menus take you to another menu or a control panel.

  • Page 13: Control Panels

    Control Panels Control Panels do the work in the menu system: it's where you choose a setting, enter a number, or adjust a level such as tint or brightness. There are three kinds of control panels: sliders, choice lists, and numeric entry. Sliders Sliders are used to make adjustments to a particular control.

  • Page 14: Choice Lists

    Choice Lists Choice lists are used to choose a particular setting from a list of settings. The current setting in a choice list is always the highlighted item. For example, to indicate whether you're currently using a home antenna or a cable TV signals: Press MENU to bring up the Main menu.

  • Page 15: Numeric Entry

    i i!i Numeric Entry A numeric entry control panel is used to enter numbers or letters. For example, to set the current time: Press MENU to bring up the Main menu. Point to 77me and press MENU. Point to Set 77me and press MENU. The Set Time numeric entry control panel comes up.

  • Page 17: Interactive Setup

    There'san On-screen Setup Routine Your TV has software that tells it what to do, just like a computer. The interactive setuproutine takes you through the steps needed to configure the "I'V: • Select a menu language ¥ • Search for available channels •...

  • Page 18: Entering Setup

    • "i,r ,,.7••.,_-_,.%:_ :_:•_,' ,o _'" Entering Setup Setup is accessed through the Main menu: Press MENU to bring up the Main menu. Point to Setup and press MENU. The first Setup screen comes up, asking you to confirm that you want to begin. Press MENU to begin the Setup routine.

  • Page 19: Auto Channel Search

    Auto Channel Search The next part of the setup routine asks you if you want theTV to search automatically for all channels available through your antenna or cable TV system. This is sometimes called •"autoprog ram ming." Press MENu to tell the TV to begin searching for channels. The display gives you a progress report andtells you when it has finished.

  • Page 20: Set The Time

    Set the Time The next step lets you set the time of day. Press MENU to bring up the Set'13me control panel. Use the left and right arrows to point to the hour and minutes spaces. Use the up and down arrows to scroll through the numbers and change from AM to PM.

  • Page 21: Set The Vcr1 Channel

    _L'•Lit_ :•i•' )• _. Set the VCR1 Channel The next step lets you set the VCR1 channel. When you set the VCR1 channel, you're telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press the VCR1 button on the remote. For example, if you have a VCR connected to the Video 1 input jacks on the back of the "IV, you want the TV to tuneto the Video 1 input channel when you press the VCR1 button.

  • Page 22: Set The Dvdncr2 Channel

    :_, _i _ :iiii,_:_i_/i '_ i _ / Set the DVD/VCR2 Channel The next step lets you set the DVDNCR2 channel. When you set the DVDNCR2 channel, you're telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press the VCR2*LD button on the remote. For example, if you have a laserdisc player or second VCR connected to the Video 2 input jacks on the back of the TV, you want the TV to tune to the Video 2 input channel when you press...

  • Page 23: Set The Sat/Cable Channel

    Set the SAT/CABLE Channel The next step lets you set the SAT/CABLE channel. When you set the SAT/CABLE channel, you're telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press the SAT=CABLE button on the remote. For example, if you have a cable box connected to the Antenna jack on the back of the "IV, and you usually tune your rv to channel 3 to see cable stations, you want the TV to tune to channel 3 when you press SAT=CABLE.

  • Page 24: Label The Channels

    " .k, ,,¢. Label the Channels The next step lets you make your channel list and label your channels. (For more, see List and Labels in the Quick Reference section.) Press MENU to bring up the List and Labels control panel. Use the left and right arrows to point to the three different areas of the control panel (called "fields").
  • Page 25 !_ii!_ I _i:i _ :_:_: __ : What Now? Now that you've finished the interactive setup, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the TV. Or... Program the Remote Since you've gone this far, you can take a few minutes to program the remote to control your VCR, laserdisc player, and other component.
  • Page 27 VCRs, satellite receivers, laserdisc players and cable boxes. If you have an RCA, GE, or ProScan ¥ component, you probably don't need to program at all--other manufacturers' brands need to be programmed.

  • Page 28: Programming The Remote

    Programming the•Remote The universal remote can be programmed to control most brands of remote controllable VCRs and cable boxes. The remote is already programmed to control most RCA, GE and ProScan TVs VCRs, laserdisc players and satellite receivers. Other manufacturers' brands need to be programmed.
  • Page 29 Sanyo ........02,12 ......57,62,65,67,68,70 Scott ....... 04,13,41,49,68 Fisher ... 02,12,18,19,43,48,58 Sears.. 02,05,09,12,18,19,35,43,48 Funai .......... Sharp ..... 06,24,27,39,45 GE ...... 00,07,08,32,37,53 Shintom ...... 17,26,31,55 Goldstar ...... 09,14,46,60 Sony ......... 17,26,38 Harman Kardon ......Sylvania ....08,15,29,53,56 Hitachi ......05,15,35,36 Symphonic ........

  • Page 30: To Control An Rca Audio Device

    The remote's VCR2eLD button is preprogrammed to control the Laserdisc Player Codes primary functions of a GE, ProScan or RCA VCR or laserdisc Pioneer ........33,37 player. The remote mayneed to be programmed to control other ProScan ........

  • Page 31: To Control A Satellite Receiver Or Cable Box

    , ii i , , ,_._'_ Programming the Remote to Control Satellite / Cable Box Codes Satellite Receiver or Cable Box ABC ......22,46,53,54 Anvision ........ 07,08 Cablestar ....... 07,08 Refer to the Connection Foldout or contact your cable company Chaparral ......
  • Page 32 _ L l • k • • •...

  • Page 33: Tour Of The Tv

    • - A Picture Book Tour This section talks about the "l'V's main parts (at least the parts you'll actually use): • The remote control • The channel marker • The back panel • The front panel...

  • Page 34: Remote Buttons

    Remote Buttons POWER When in TV mode, turns offthe "IV. In vCR mode, and if programmed, turns on and off most VCRs. VCR1 If programmed, turns on VCR and puts the remote in pOWER VCR1 SAT_3ABLE VCR mode. Also turns on the "IV. SAToCABLE If programmed, turns on satellite receiver or cable...
  • Page 35 INPUT In TV mode, press to toggle through the available input sources (VID1, VID2, previous channel). In SAT mode, press to select available channel lists. ANTENNA Functions as TVNCR button in VCR mode, or TV/ receiver button in SAT.CABLE mode. CLEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns you to TV viewing.

  • Page 36: Back Panel

    Back Panel VIDEO VIDEO INPUT 2 INPUT 1 _ UMONO L/MONO INPUT 1 Lets you connect a video component such as a VCR, satellite receiver, DVD player or laserdisc player. L/MONO Provides left audio connection. Or, if you are connecting a mono component, use the L/MONO input. The left audio connector is usually white.
  • Page 37 AUDIO OUTPUT Provides variable-controlled o r fixed-level stereoaudiooutput. Variable output is idealwhenconnecting the TVto an amplifier that does not have its own volume control or remote control. Fixed output is ideal when connecting to an AN receiver or amplifier that has its own remote control. You can choose the type of audio output by selecting the Audio Output &...

  • Page 38: Front Panel

    Front Panel MENU Brings up the Main menu. When in the menu system, it Selects highlighted items, Also returns you to the previous menu. CH v Scans down through the current channel list. In the menu system, it points down to items and adjusts menu controls. CH ^ Scans up through the channel list.

  • Page 39: Channel Marker

    Ch:Imnel 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. 12:01 Displays the current time. CC Displayed when Closed Captioning is available on the current channel.
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  • Page 41: Quick Reference

    AShort Guideto the Menu vsLem - -. This section provides a brief explanation of all the menu commands. These commands are organized i'n the chapter by their.location in the Main menu. Audio Contains the controls that let you adjust the way the "IV sounds.

  • Page 42: Audio Menu

    Audio Menu Mute Press MENU to reduce the TV's volume t_oits minimum level. Press MENU again to restore the volume. Tone Controls Displays the slider controls for adjusting the TV's treble, bass and balance. Audio Processor Displays a choice list of available audio modes, which control the way the sound comes through your speakers.

  • Page 43: Picture Quality Menu

    Picture Quality Menu Basic Picture Controls Displays the five slider controls for adjusting the way the picture looks. Contrast Adjusts thedifference between the light and dark areas of the picture. Color Adjusts the richness of the colon "tint Adjusts the balance between the red and green levels. Black Level Adjusts the brightness of the picture.

  • Page 44: Screen Menu

    Closed-Caption Display _ Displays a choice list that lets you choose the wa,y Closed captioning information is shown on the • screen. • No captioning information displayed. On Always Captioning information shown always, when available. On When Sound is Muted Displays captioning information, when available, whenever the TV's Sound is muted by pressing the MUTE button.

  • Page 45: Channel Menu

    Channel Menu* " • Signal Type Displays a choice list that lets you select the current antenna type. BHFNHF Antenna Ch_oosethis if you are currently using an off-air antenna for TV signals. Cable 113/ Choose this if you are currently using cable or a cable box for TV signals.
  • Page 46 (Channel Menu continued) Auto Tuning Displays a choice list that lets you set'up the "iV to automatically tune to the correct input channel when press a component button (VCR1, VCR2oLD, or SAToCABLE). Set VCR 1 Channel Displays a choice list that lets you select the channel that the "IV.tunes to when you press the VCR1 button.

  • Page 47: 13Memenu

    T e-!Menu.!i -..Sleep_mer DisPlays a control panelthat lets you select the amount of time you want to give the TV before it shuts itself off. Schedule Displays a control panel that lets you set up a schedule for turning the TV on and off automatically. Make sure to turn the schedule On.

  • Page 48: Parental Controls Menu

    Parental:Controls Menu " Displays the menu items that let you adjust the Parental Controls feature. Parent Approved Channels Displays a control panel that lets you dec_de what channels can be viewed or selected using the "l'V's front panel controls. Chan# Use the up and down arrows to scroll up and down through the channel scan list.

  • Page 49: Setupmenu

    SetupMenu The setup routine is detailed earlier in the manual in the Interactive Setup section.
  • Page 50 __'_" " _'_._ .:._i_,i I- !_,! . _."_.i) _ -...

  • Page 51: Xdvanced Features

    This Sections Details Some of •the TV's Important Features: • Choosing an audio processor • Using closed captioning • Displaying on-screen program details menus and control Panels in the menu system, see the Quick For more about the different Reference section.

  • Page 52: Choosing An Audio Processor

    Choosing an Audio Processor Changing the audio processor changes the way your TV sounds. Change the audio processor by selecting the Audio menu from the Main menu. For more, see Audio menu in the Quick Reference section. Choosing an audio processor from the Audio menu...

  • Page 53: 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 "IV screen. You can tell the TV to display closed captioning: a) never, b) whenever it is available, or c) whenever the program is muted.

  • Page 54: 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-on the remote. To display the on-screen program details: Press DISPLAY once to bring up the channel marker.

  • Page 55: Appendix A: Using The Tv Connections

    Things to do before connecting components Protect your components from power surges • Connect all components before plugging any power cords into the wall outlet. • Always turn off the TV and/or components before connect or disconnect any cables. Position cables correctly to avoid audio hum or interference...
  • Page 56 TV and Mono VCR (Connection A) This information applies to Connection A in the Connections Foldout. Connection A provides: • stereo sound from broadcast programs • mono sound from VCR • Watch one channel on TV while recording another channel To use this connection you must have: •...
  • Page 57 TV and Stereo VCR.(Connection This information applies to C0nnect;on B in the Connections Foldout. Connection B provides: • stereo sound from broadcast programs • stereo-sound from VCR • Watch one channel on TV while recording another channel To use this connection you must have: •...
  • Page 58 TV, VCR and Laserdisc Player (Connection This information applies to Connection C in the Connections Foidout. Connection C provides: stereo sound from broadcast programs stereo sound from VCR Watch one channel on TV while recording another channel use this connection you must have: (2) coaxial cable (6) audio/video...
  • Page 59 TV and (2) VCRs (Connection This information applies to Connection D in the Connections You can record from one tape Foldout. to another (tape dubbing): Connection D provides:. 1. Insert original tape into VCR2. 2. Insert blank tape into VCR1. stereo sound from broadcast programs stereo sound from VCR 3.
  • Page 60 TV and Laserdisc Player (Connection This information applies to Connection E in the Connections Foldout. Connection E provides" stereo sound from broadcast programs use this connection you must have: (1) coaxial cable (3) audio/video cables (1) S-Video cable (optional) connect: Connect cables as shown in Connection E.
  • Page 61 • " • TV and Satellite Receiver (Connection F) . This information applies to Connection F in the Connections Foldout. Connection F provides: • stereo sound from broadcast programs • stereo sound from the satellite receiver To use this connection you must have: •...
  • Page 62 TV, VCR, and Satellite Receiver (Connection This information applies to Connection G in the Connections Foldout. Connection G provides:. stereo sound from broadcast prog rams stereo sound from VCR Watch one channel on TV while recording another channel use this connection you must have: (4) coaxial cable (6) audio/video cables...
  • Page 63 TV, VCR, Satellite Receiver, and Laserdisc Player (Connection This information applies to Connection H in the Connections Foldout. Connection H provides: • stereo sound from broadcast programs • stereo sound from VCR Watch one channel on TV while recording another channel •...
  • Page 64 TV, (2) VCRs, andSatellite Receiver (Connection This information applies to Connection I in the Connections Foldout. Connection I provides: stereo sound from broadcast programs stereo sound from VCR Watch one channel on TV while recording another channel use this connection you must have: (5) coaxial cable (9) audio/video cables...
  • Page 65 To record off-air (cable or antenna) broadcasts watch a different channel: Turnoff VCR2. Insert blank tape into VCR1. Press VCR1 and tune to a channel. Press RECORD to begin recording To watch another channel, make sure the TVHCR switch on the VCR is set to "IV;...

  • Page 66: Appendix B: Connecting Other Components

    Connecting Audio Components Connecting a stereo amplifier Connect the amplifier's TV audio inputs to the left (L) and right (R) AUDIO OUTPUT jacks. You may prefer to turn Off the TV's internal speakers by selecting Audio Output and Speakers from the Audio menu, then turning the speakers off.
  • Page 67 Connecting a Camcorder Playback This connection is recommended for playing back from. the camcorder to the TV: Connect the camcorder's audio/video outputs to the INPUT 1. or INPUT 2 audio and video jacks on the "IV. 2. r Press INPUT on the remote until the channel marker displays VID1.

  • Page 68: Appendix C: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubles sometimes are caused by simple "faults" that you can correct without the help of a service technician. If you experience any difficulty with your TV, check a few basic remedies before calling your service technician. "[_ will not turn on •...
  • Page 69 Schedule does not turn off the TV at the set time • Check schedule on/off function (it must be set to On). • Check to make sure clock is set to the correct time. Blank screen Maybethe device connected to the input jacks is not turned on. Try another channel.

  • Page 70: Appendix D: Limited Warranty

    • Request home service from any Authorized GE Television Servicenter. • To identify your nearest Authorized GE Television Servicenter, ask your dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-447-1700. • Show the service technician your evidence of purchase date or first rental.

  • Page 71: Appendix E: Care And Cleaning

    Care and Cleaning You can clean the TV as required, using a soft lint-free cloth. Be sure to occasionally dust the ventilation slots in the cabinet to help assure adequate ventilation. The TV's screen may be cleaned with a soft, lint-free cloth as well. Take care not to scratch or mar the screen. If necessary, you may use a cloth dampened with warm water.

  • Page 72: Accessories

    General Cable Information ,Antenna (or cable-TV) connections are made with The following accessories are available from most either coaxial antenna cable or twin-lepd cable.' dealers and electronics supply stores in case you want Coaxial cables are shielded so they are less to position your components farther apart or need.
  • Page 73 Accessory Order Form for GE TV Models Remote Control This is _ the remote control that Description • came packed with your TV. Screw-on antenna cable (3-ft) Replacements or spares VH82 $6.95 Screw-on antenna cable (6-ft) can be ordered as needed.
  • Page 74 United States and Canada Orders Charge your order on your VISA, MasterCard, or Discover Card by To place your order by phone, have your Visa, filling in below MasterCard or Discover Card ready and call the toll-free USE YOUR cREDIT CARD number listed below between _8AM.and 8PM (EST) IMPORTANT:...

  • Page 75: Index

    S-VIDEO 34 -Accessories Fixed images 69 SAP 37 Fixed output 35 Amplifier Schedule 45 Fixed Output, Speakers Off 40 Antenna (ANT) 34 Screen menu, 42 Audio menu 40 Front panel buttons 36 Second Audio Program (SAP) .40, 50 Front Panel Lockout 46 AUDIO OUTPUT Audio Output Volume &...
  • Page 76 CREATINGA GREENER FUTURE ...,-- At Thomson Consumer Electronics we are dedicated tothe preservation of our natural heritage and to a healthy and safe way of life for current and future generations. This is a global effort which encompasses every THOMSON facility th roughout the world.

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