Advertisement
Quick Links
Features
MnflAI.q"
PS271_i7_
PS3h1_7_
P.hi_L_lj]j_
First-Time
Operation
Detailed Operating
Instructions
4-7
Remote Control (TV Functions)
8
Freeze and Zoom
8
Channel Guide
9
Front Panel Controls
10
Video Menu
11
Audio Menu
12-13
Graphic Equalizer
14
Stereo Broadcasts and SAP
15
Expanded Stereo
16-17
Adjusting for Best Surround Audio
18
Setup Menu
Optional Accessories
34-35
Accessory Cables
35-36
Accessory Order Form
37
Optional Speakers and Stands
19
Using Closed Captioning
20
Sleep Timer
21
Alarm
22
Labeling Channels
23
Parental Control
24
Programming Channel Memory
25
Changing Antenna Input
26
Setting up VCR Channels
27
Setting up Cable Box Channel
28-29
Operating Picture-in-Picture
30-31
Programming Remote to Control VCRs
32-33
Programming Remote to Control Audio Equip.
Monitor Panel and Connections
38-39
Monitor Panel
40
Tips to Read Before Connecting Components
41
Home Antenna Connections
42-43
Cable-TV Connections
44
Programming Remote to Control Cable Box
45
Cable-TV Information and Channel Chart
46-47
VCRConnections
48-49
Camcorder Connections
50-51
Amplifier or Cassette Tape Deck
52-53
External o r Surround Speakers
Reference
Section
54-55
Trouble Checks
55
Warranty
56
Design Specifications
56
Cleaning and Care
57
Index (Alphabetical)
58-59
Quick-Reference Guide (Inside Back Cover)
Advertisement
Related Manuals for ProScan PS35152
Summary of Contents for ProScan PS35152
- Page 1 MnflAI.q" PS271_i7_ PS3h1_7_ P.hi_L_lj]j_ Features First-Time Operation Detailed Operating Instructions Using Closed Captioning Remote Control (TV Functions) Sleep Timer Freeze and Zoom Alarm Channel Guide Labeling Channels Front Panel Controls Parental Control Video Menu Programming Channel Memory Audio Menu Changing Antenna Input Setting up VCR Channels 12-13 Graphic Equalizer...
- Page 2 For warranty service or routine rrtaintenance, contact the nearest Authorized ProScan TV iiiiiii!iii:i!: Servicenter. All servicing and adjustments to electrical com- panents should be done by a qualified service technician.
- Page 3 Video Menu Main Menu Audio Menu -=1-- Stereo/SAP/Mono Hall/Stadium SetupMenu Repeatedly press MENUto select from main menu and then press + or - to display the selected menu. ptions1/ When one of the Captions2] Text 1/'rext2 menus shown at the right appears, repeat- edly press MENU to select the function...
- Page 4 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 5 Operation is as easy as • Advanced Color Picture-in-Picture lets you watch two programs entering a channel. It operates all major ProScan TV and VCR at once (with VCR). functions. Operates the basic functions of 60 different VCR for viewing convenience.
- Page 6 The steps below will help you get your TV connected and TV Button working quickly. The page numbers on which you can find detailed instructions for each of these steps are also listed B, N NELButtons for your convenience. Buttons UnpackTV and accessories.
- Page 7 7 Set the clock. To see the setup menu, repeatedly press MENU select SETUP MENU 1 Repeatedly press the MENUbutton to select the SETUP then press +. Repeatedly MENUand then press +. Press MENUrepeatedly again to press MENU to select select the CLOCKSETdisplay.
- Page 8 OperatingRemoteControls Effective Range of Remote Controls Before attempting to operate either one of the remote controls, Aim either remote control at your TV's remote control sen- install the batteries as shown below. sor. The remote controls produce an invisible (infrared) beam that travels in a straight line much like the beam of a flashlight.
- Page 9 Basic Operation Theory (for master remote control) Step 1 ComponentButtons First press one of these five component buttons to tell the remote control which component you want to control. You can program the VCR1, V CR2, C ABLE, or AUDIO buttons to control most brands of equipment.* ..
- Page 10 The ProScan universal remote that came packed with cable boxes and are explained on pages 30, 33, and 44. your TV also controls most brands of VCRs and cable- For added convenience, the simplified 6-button remote TV boxes. also lets you control the basic operation of the TV The remote control is easy to use.
- Page 11 ® CHANNEL B UTTONS (_)+ AND BUTTONS Press CHANNEL up to see tile next higher channel in Use these buttons after you have pressed the button MENU memory, or press CHANNEL down to see the next lower to enter or adjust functions. channel in memory.
- Page 12 Starting ChannelGuide(with remote only) Anytime you are watching a TV program (or a VCR tape through your TV), you'll be able to use the special features To start channel guide, press the CHAN GUIDE b utton. described below. • The screen will display all the channels that are pro- grammed into Channel Memory, 12 at a time.
- Page 13 TIMEANDCHANNEL N UMBER DISPLAYS s how the current time (once set) and channel number whenever you turn on the TV, change channels, or press the remote's OISPL.AY button. These displays also appear whenever you change volume with the VOLUME b uttons on the front of the TV. 10:23Am REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR receivescommands from the remote control.
- Page 14 adjusts the amount of color in the picture. Press + to COLOR increase color or press - to decrease color. 1. Repeatedly pressMENU to 2. Then press+ or - to dis- select VIDEO play the video menu. TINT adjusts the color of flesh tom:s. Press + to add more red tint MENU.
- Page 15 The EQUALIZER function lets you display an on-screen graphic equal- izer so you can remotely adjust audio bandwidths for different 1. Repeatedly environments or individual tastes. Press + to display graph, then 2. Thenpreu + or- to pren MENU to display the audiomenu.
- Page 16 The EQUALIZER function lets you display an on-screen Adjusting Graphic Equalizer graphic equalizer so you can remotely adjust audio 1 Press the button repeatedly to select the bandwidths for different environments or individual tastes. MENU AUDIO MENU and then press + to display the audio menu. Adjusting the graphic equalizer is primarily a matter of personal taste.
- Page 17 60 Hz 150 Hz 400 Hz lkHz 2 kHz 4.5 kHz 12..ff._2 10 kHz 60 Hz...Gives these low, "real" bass sounds more or less 2 kHz...Strongly affects the harmonics (overtones) voices and some instruments. This frequency is most impact. This area is where many systems and/or programs easily heard by the ear.
- Page 18 Receiving SAP Broadcasts Receiving Stereo Broadcasts ili:_i!ii_!,,ii!iii_ i!ii! ii!i Some TV stations that broadcast stereo also broadcast Your TV is fully capable of reproducing stereo sound from _i%!% another audio program called SAP. SAP stands for Second TV stations transmitting stereo sound in your area. All you Audio Program and is sometimes used to broadcast have to do to enjoy stereo sound is to make sure the TV's STEREO/SAP function is set to STEREO SOthe TV can receive...
- Page 19 Resettingthe Audio FunctionlloHear ExpandedStereo Expanded Stereo with or without remote Your TV includes an Expanded Stereo feature which adds 1 Press the MENU button repeatedly to select the AUDIO MENU greater depth and dimension to stereo broadcasts. Your TV and then press + to display the audio menu. electronically increases the audio separation perception of the speakers so you perceive an "expanded"...
- Page 20 Your TV has an array of sophisticated audio menus that you can adjust for your personal preference. These three displays specialized for (SURROUND, REAR VO_ SORR BAt.) are w!ith external surround speakers that are placed at the back of the viewing area. The instructions below will help you adjust the settings to obtain the best surround audio performance.
- Page 21 Audio Displays Repeatedlypressthe MENU button to selectAUDIO MENU and then press+ to displaythe audiomenu. RepeatedlypressMENU tOselectdesiredfunction, and thenpress+ or - to adjustit. STEREO/SAP/MONO 0FF/DOLBY/MATRIX/HALUSTAD I UM ON/OFF " ..ON/0FF The SURROUND function can also be turnedon and offby pressing the SURROUND buttonon the remotecontrol. 5 Adjustthe SURRBALDisplay.
- Page 22 The PARENTAL CONTROL feature lets you lock out any channels that you don't want your children to watch. Pressing + or - switches this function from OFF to ON. When this function is set to ON, channels that have been locked out with the CHANCTRLfunction 2.
- Page 23 Using Closed Captioning Setting Closed Captioning with or without remote The CAPTIONING feature lets you display the audio portion of 1 Repeatedly press the button to select MENU SETUP MENU a program as text on the TV screen. This is useful to the then press + to display the setup functions.
- Page 24 Setting the Sleep Timer The Sleep Timer will begin to count down to zero. The word With the Sleep Timer, you can program your TV to turn itself off after a period of up to four hours. This is useful SLEEPwill appear on the screen whenever you change when you want to watch TV for an hour or so before going channels or press the TVbutton to let you "know the Sleep...
- Page 25 When the first ALARM function Setting the Alarm is selected, pressing + or- will By setting the alarm, you can program the TV to turn on switch the setting between ON and/or off by itself. After the ONTIME is set and the ALARM ON/OFF function is set to ON,the TV will automatically turn and OFF.
- Page 26 Labeling Channels The labeling feature lets you program names labels) Select the channel number you want to label by pressing the programmed the channel numbers. The name will then CHANNEL up or down button (or by pressing two :number appear on the screen below the channel...
- Page 27 Parental Control you lock out 3 To lock out channels, press the button to ,,;elect the "l_le PARENTAL CTRL CHAN CTRL functions MENU CHAN any channels you choose so they cannot be viewed by your function. CTRL children. Channels that have been locked out can be viewed only when the PARENTAL CTRL set to OFF.This can furlction...
- Page 28 Erasing/AddingChannelsin ChannelMemory Programming Channel Memory with or without remote The Channel Memory is the list of channel numbers your TV will stop on when you press the CHANNEL up or down 1 Repeatedly press the button to select MENU MENU SETUP button.
- Page 29 Changing Antenna Input ChangingAntenna Input _bur TV has two separate antenna inputs on the back without remote (labeled ANT A and ANTB) that allow you to connect two different signal sources if desired. For example, you can 1 Repeatedly press the MENUbutton to select SETUPMENUand connect a cable-TV system to one input and a home then press + to display the setup functions.
- Page 30 Enter the channel number you VCR Channel Setup want to program by pressing The vCR1 CHAN function lets you program to which channel two number buttons on the the TV will automatically tune when you press the vcm button on the remote. This is handy if you connect a VCR remote control.
- Page 31 Setting Up Cable Box Channel Cable Box Channel Setup with or withoutremote The CABLE CHAN function lets you program to which channel 1 Repeatedly press the MENU button to select SETUP MENU and the TV will automatically tune when you press the CABLE button on the remote.
- Page 32 • If the other source is connected to the TV's INPUT 1jacks, After you connect another video source (like a VCR) to your select TV channel 91 to see the signal. If you have TV, you'll be able to display two different programs on the programmed the vcnt (or VCR2) b utton to automatically...
- Page 33 Whenever you have the picture- in-picture (PIP) feature activated as described on the previous page, you can move, enlarge, reduce, freeze, or switch the big and little PIP ON/OFFBUTrONS pictures as desired. ]%te: The remote must be in the "TV mode"...
- Page 34 The advanced ProScan universal remote controls your TV it will be controlled by VCR1 or VCa2. Some older VCRs have a and up to two compatible ProScan brand VCRs. The VCR2 NORM/UNIFIED switch that can also respond to either the VCR1 o r VCR2 button on the remote.
- Page 35 "Ib program the remote to control another brand of VCR, just press VCRt(or Yea2), then Io, then the two-digit code Aiwa ................number for your brand of VCR. Depending on the age, Akai ..............03, 22, 23 brand, model, and type of VCR, some models may not be Audio Dynamics ............
- Page 36 Refer to the chart below to find the code number that The digital remote control that came packed with your TV corresponds to the brand name of your audio equipment. iLs also capable of controlling a compatible audio If more than one number is listed, you may need to try component.
- Page 37 After the AUDIO button is programmed, the buttons described below will operate the basic functions of most audio equipment. Depending on the age, brand, model, and type of audio equipment, some models may not be able to respond to all the function buttons listed. You will want to experiment with each button to determine the exact function for your component.
- Page 38 AH075G (6-It) RCA-type phone plugs on each end. Gold-PlatedJacks and Gold-lipped Cables Your ProScan monitor panel is equipped with gold-plated Stereo VCR Dubbing Cable jacks. The gold plating helps prevent oxidation of contacts Triple cable that lets you which provides much less loss than conventional contacts.
- Page 39 Accessory Order Form For ProScan TV Models AudioJVideo Cables continued Stereo Audio Cable Description Total Double gold-tipped cable generally used for connecting stereo audio Screw-on Antenna Cable (3-ft) components. AH047 $3.99 Signal Splitter Gt4d-'lippedCable AHO72G (340 Gold-Tipped Antenna Cable (6-ft) AHO65G $6.99...
- Page 40 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 Canada...
- Page 41 Several stands and speakers are available to enhance the appearance of your system*. The stands and are designed to match your TV and are available from your local ProScan dealer. These items are not available by mail order. To locate your nearest ProScan dealer, call this toll-free number: 1-800-PROSCAN.
- Page 42 SURROUNDOUTAUDIOJACKS SELECTED OUTAUDIOJACKS EXTERNAL HI-FI ..... SPEAKER TERMINALS AUDIO JACKS SURROUND SPEAKERTERMINALS INPUT 1 AUDIO JACKS ) SPEAKERSWITCH 'iNPUT 2 SELECT OUTVIDEO JACK AUDIOJACKS INPUT 2 VIDEOJACK INPUT 1 VIDEOJACK S-VIDEOCONNECTOR CABL_ANTENNA CONNECTORS SELECT O UT JACKS provide fLxed level audio and video OUTAUDIO (_) SURROUND JACKS feed volume-controlled...
- Page 43 (3_ EXTERNAL SPEAKER TERMINALS p ermit direct connection INPUT 1 JACKS provide for direct connection of video (_(_ of auxiliary speakers. Connection details are on devices (like VCRs, camcorders, and laser disc players) or compatible home computers and "IV games with pages 52-53.
- Page 44 TV sets if they are If your antenna cable is fiat twin-lead cable, try to keep it placed too close to the TV. The ProScan cabinets have a away from the audio/video cables as much as possible. built-in interference...
- Page 45 Follow one of the steps below to connect an indoor or outdoor antenna to your TV if you do not have a cable-TV system. if your home antenna cable is a 75-ohm, round, coaxial cable that carries only VHF (channels 2-13), only UHF (channels 14-69), or VHF and UHF channels, connect it to your set like this: BackdTV CABLE I ANTENNA...
- Page 46 Follow one of these steps to connect a cable-TV system to your TV instead of a home antenna. Since cable-TV systems vary, you may wish to consult your local cable-TV company for additional information. !_k. Follow this diagram if your cable company does not require a converter/decoder box (no scrambled channels):: Bac, kofW CABLEI ANTENNA ANTA...
- Page 47 ])° Follow this diagram if your cable company requires a converter/decoder box for premium channels and you also want to connect a VCR. Back of TY Coaxial AntennaCables* CABLE/A_ITNNA (such as AH037or AH065G) ANT A ANTg CONVERTER (such as AH047) Remember to tune the TV to the output channel of the VCR (usually 3 or 4)--the Converter/DecoderBox...
- Page 48 After the TV's remote is programmed, you'l,l be able to If your cable box has its own remote to change channels, turn on the cable box by pressing CABLE then OFF/ON.You you will probably be able to program the TV's remote to control both the TV and the cable box.
- Page 49 Scrambled Cable-TV Channels Your new TV is designed to receive up to 181 channels in the U.S.A. including 125 non-scrambled cable channels Some cable companies offer "premium-pay" channels in (see chart at lower right). To use this TV with a cable-TV which the signal is scrambled.
- Page 50 StandardVHS VCR (Not S-VHS) These connections allow you to record TV programs and play PreferredMethod back tapes. For picture-in-picture viewing, use the preferred method. EkJdW CoaxialAntennaCables" 2-Way SignalSplitter** I lsuch as AHO37G or AH065G**) eL ill 1111_ Incoming Cable ot VCR FromAntenna or CIblI-TV System INFROMANT VIDEO...
- Page 51 Special RecordingontoVCR This connection only allows you to record on the VCR Back ofTV whatever is currently being displayed on the TV screen except for menus and special effects. This is not a SELECTED common application for recording with your VCR, but you Beck of VCR may find it useful in certain situations.
- Page 52 I':VV OUTJack (Audio/Video O ut) S-VHS or Standard VHS Camcorder Notes: When the adapter's S-VHS cable b connected to the s-vtoEo This connection allows you to play back tapes in the connector, the Video plug does not have to be connected. However, you camcorder and watch them on the TV.
- Page 53 Audio Audio/_deo Input Cable {UsuallysupplJodwilh AV IN Jack camcorder) (Audio/Video In) VIDEO r_NVERrER S-VHS or Standard VHS Camcorder This connection allows you to record onto the camcorder If you connect a surveillance system to your monitor, you'll whatever is currently being displayed on the TV screen. be able to record what the camcorder is displaying on the You'll also be able to record signals from a VCR (or TV screen by connecting another camcorder (or VCR ) to...
- Page 54 AudioAmplifier If your amplifier is not part of a "system" that has its own remote, connect it to the "IV as shown here. (If the amplifier is part of a system that has its own remote, you may choose to connect it to the TV as shown below using the SELECT O UT jacks.) With the connection shown here, you'll be able to change and mute volume with the TV's remote control.
- Page 55 Surround Sound Audio Connecting an amplifier to the SURR jacks gives you the ability to get more surround sound audio volume than the Blair Ol'IV SU'RROUNO SPEAKERS terminals will allow. AUOIO With the connection shown here, you will be able to adjust HI-R SS_-CI'EO the volume of the surround sound audio by using the...
- Page 56 You can connect up to four additional speakers to the back ConnectingSpeakers to Back of Amplifier or Receiver to the EXTERNAL SPEAKERS of your TV-two terminals and two more to the SURROUND S PEAKERS terminals. If you If you connect an amplifier or receiver to your TV, connect connect a stereo amplifier or receiver to your TV, you may the speakers to the amplifier/receiver instead of the TV.
- Page 57 EXTERNAL SPEAKERS Terminals ConnectingSpeakers to TV If you connect an Amplifier or Receiver to your TV, connect the speakers to the Amplifier/Receiver instead of t]ae TV. You can also connect additional surround speakers to the TV, if desired. If you do not connect an Amplifier or Receiver to your TV, you can connect external speakers to the TV to enhance sound from the TV.
- Page 58 Before you call or take your unit to an Authorized ProScan abnormally high. TV Servicenter, look below for the type of trouble you are •...
- Page 59 INPUT jacks is turned on in order to see picture. What we will do: • Pay any Authorized ProScan Television Servicenter the • ]Ef w atching VCR (connected only through antenna input), labor charges to repair your television.
- Page 60 General Specifications The ProScan NoGlare picture tube has a special lithium Color Standard: 525 line NTSC Color silicate faceplate that reduces glare. It also includes an Chassis: CTC169, solid state, unitized anti-static coating to help prevent dust buildup, so the...
- Page 61 Commercial Skip Button ........Programming Channel Memory ....2,18,24 Compatible Components ........Programming Remote ........ 31.32,44 ProScan Owner's Club ....Inside Front Cover Component Buttons ..........Quick Reference Guide ........58,59 Connecting Tips ........... CONTRAST Function ..........REAR VOLUME Display ......11,16,17,51 RECORD Button ...........
- Page 62 VIDEO MENU Adjusting for a Color Picture that Pleases You Repeatedly press MENUtO l Decrease color to minimum. This will leave a select VIDEO MENU and then black-and-white image on the screen. press + to display the functions in the VIDEO MENU. 2 Adjust contrast until the picture pleases you.
- Page 63 SETUP MENU 3 Follow instructions below for desired fimction. Repeatedly press MENU to select SETUP MENU and then The CAPTIONING featurelets you displaya program's soundas press + to display the words on the TV screen. Four types of closed captioning are functions in the SETUP available.
- Page 64 PROSCANo 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 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week).