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  • Page 1 USER'S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT IN F{}KM I To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this TV to rain or moisture. Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. Attention: Pour _viter les chocs _lectriques, introduire...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SETUP CONNECTIONS ..........Step 1 : Unpack the TV ..2 ..........Step 2: Connecting your TV ..........iV Only ..............The Basic connection ..........Advanced Connections ..........Step 3:Connecting the IR Controller ......... Attaching the IR Controllers .........
  • Page 4: Using Point And Select

    TABLE OF CONTENTS FEATURES MENUS ............ Panels ..........Menus Control Menus ..............Control Panels ............Audio Menu ..............Using the remote to select an audio processor ....Picture Quality Menu ............ Screen Menu ..............Using Closed Captioning .......... Channel Menu ............... Time Menu ..............
  • Page 5 SETUP AND CONNEC 'fON.S GE1-FING STARTED This manual is designed to get you _arlW auickly. The first four sections of the mjmua_ sl_w yq}u now to get yourTV Setup and C_nnecte_n Interactive Setup, Prog_ she Remcl_. and use all'of the Features and Me_'s of yourTV. I 1_kT_VE SETL_ The Reference secti_...
  • Page 6: Setup And Connections

    SETUP AND CONNECTIONS STEP I: UNPACK THETV Important Stand Information Make sure to locate the remote control and your GUIDE Plus+ Booklet. Direct View - 36" diagonal TVs: 13" CAUTION: Choose the location for your STEP 2: CONNECTING YOUR'FV TV carefully. Take precautions that the stand or other furniture the TV is placed There are three types of connections outlined in this section: on is properly located (see Important...
  • Page 7: The Basic Connection

    SETUP AND CONNECTIONS THE BASIC CONNECTION The basic connection below (TV and VCR) is the most common connection and is therefore used to illustrate a single component connection with your TV. For better sound and picture quality multiple component connection information refer to the next section, Advanced...
  • Page 8: Advanced Connections

    SETUP AND CONNECTIONS ADVANCED CONNECTIONS Once you have made your connections you will need to program the TV to tune Advanced connections give you better sound and video by separating to the correct Video INPUT channel in the audio and video signals and enable you to connect multiple order to see and hear audio and video components.
  • Page 9 SETUP AND CONNECTIONS Cautions: SAMPLE CONNECTIONS The following are sample connection scenarios which you may Position cables to Avoid Audio Hum or encounter when connecting components to your TV. Note: those Interference components which offer an S-Video connection, such as DVD, VCR or •...
  • Page 10 SETUP AND CONNECTIONS TV,VCR AND SATELLITE R ECEIVER CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA IGNAL SATELLITE RECEIVER How ToVIEWYOUR COMPONENTS To watch the Satellite Receiver in this connection, press TV to put the remote control into TV mode, then press WHO.INPUT to scroll through the video input channels until you tune to VID1 ( or S-VlD 1) input.
  • Page 11: Step 3:Connecting The Ir Controller

    SETUP AND CONNECTIONS STEP 3: CONNECTING CONTROLLER The IR (Infrared) Controller enables GUIDE Plus+ Gold" to control your VCR and cable box (if necessary) so that you can tune to television channels and even start recording a program from the program guide. After you have affixed the ends of the controller to the necessary devices (VCR, or Cable box), you will use the on-screen interactive The IR Controlleris usedto sendcommandsto yourVCR...
  • Page 12: Step 4: Plug In Thetv

    SETUP AND CONNECTIONS STEP 4: PLUG IN THETV 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. PLACE STEP 5: BATTERIES IN REMOTE •...
  • Page 13 INTERACTIVE SETU} THERE'S AN ON-SCREEN SETUP ROUTINE SETU PrA_I_I D C ON N.__T IQ N S The interactive setup routine take_,,_ou_ou_h the steps needed to configure theTV: • Select a menu language "_ -_'. IN II_F_511VL 8E_LIP • Search for availaOLe'channels •...
  • Page 14: Interactive Setup

    INTERACTIVE SETUP USING POINT SELECT You only need to know one rule when using the remote to access on- screen menus and control panels: point and select. The point and select method has two steps. Point to a menu item using the MOVE arrows on the remote. To point up or down, press the up or down arrows.
  • Page 15: Selecta Language

    INTERACTIVE SETUP Point to Begin setup now and press MENU or OK. SELECT A LANGUAGE The first part of the setup routine asks you to select your preferred language for the menu system. Point to your preferred language for the menu system. Press MENU or OK to select that language.
  • Page 16: Guide Plus+System

    INTERACTIVE SETUP GUIDE PLUS+SYSTEM The next step lets you set up the GUIDE Plus+ system to display your local program listings, and control your cable box and VCR. You can either press MENU or OK to bring up the GUIDE Plus+ initial menu or point to Skip this Step to move to the next step in the Interactive...
  • Page 17: Set The Vcr1 Channel (Auto Tuning)

    INTERACTIVE SETUP SETTHEVCRI CHANNEL (AUTO TUNING) 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. This is Auto Tuning. Indicate which input you used to connect the VCR.
  • Page 18: Set The Dvd Channel (Auto Tuning)

    INTERACTIVE SETUP Press MENU or OK to bring up the VCR2 choice list. Point to the choice that matches the way you have your second • VCR connected to the TV. Press MENU or OK to continue. SET THE CHANNEL (AUTO TUNING) The next step lets you set the DVD channel.
  • Page 19: Set The Sat/Cable Channel (Auto Tuning)

    INTERACTIVE SETUP Point to the choice that matches the way you have your DVD player connected to the TV. Press MENU or OK to continue. SAT/CABLE SET THE CHANNEL (AUTO TUNING) 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.
  • Page 20: Label The Channels

    INTERACTIVE SETUP LABEL THE CHANNELS (channel down) buttons to change This last step in the Interactive Setup lets you create your channel list channels in the Chan # field. This works and label your channels. (For more, see List and Labels in the Features even if you're not in the Chan # field.
  • Page 21: Using The Remote

    The universal remote can b_ Dro_ran_mea to control most brands ot_mote con_llableVCRs, i_ '_. INTE ,P_ACTIVE SEqtdP satellite receivers, DVD players and _ble boxes. If you have an RCA, GE_pP PROSC_I component, you probably don't need'to Dro_ranl_ at all. _USING REt(4,OTJ...
  • Page 22: Remote Buttons

    (VCR, DVD, Satellite, etc.) and programmed, will turn the device on and off. When pressed twice within two seconds all devices that are on will be turned off (this feature only works with most RCA, ProScan and GE products).
  • Page 23: Using The Whoolnput Button

    USING THE REMOTE MENU Brings up the Main menu and selects highlighted items. When in VCR mode, it functions as a PROGRAM button. CLEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns you to TV viewing. Will also exit the Guide system. (0-9) Number Buttons Enters channel numbers and time settings directly though the remote control.
  • Page 24: Programming The Remote

    PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE The universal remote can be programmed to control most brands of remote controllable VCRs, satellite receivers and cable boxes. The remote is already programmed to control most RCA, GE and PROSCAN TVs, VCRs, DVD players, laserdisc players and satellite receivers.
  • Page 25: Using The Remote To Controla Device

    USING THE REMOTE Look up the brand and code number(s) for the component on the code list on the last page of this section, Using the Remote. Press and hold the button on the remote you want to program. Enter the code from the code list. Release button, and then press ON-OFF to see if the component responds to the remote commands.
  • Page 26 5017 Quasar ............ 2 02 I, 2022, 2125 Colt ................. _2..2 06 I Rembrandt ..............5003 RCA ........2000, 2001,2003, 2013, 202 I, Craig ..........2013, 2014, 2023, 206 I Runco ..................5026 ....2055, 2056, 2082, 2083, 2084,2065, 2086,2087, Cur-ds-Mathes ......
  • Page 27 FEATURES AND M F,_ USING THETV 1 sE TUJ_RI9 CC__C.__IONS This section explores the features and _n"_n_f your -IV beginning with some information n_€;no_!_'_n,,_ and mntrol panels. Each menu is then outlined a_d special _atures are cletanled in order to help you get theist from you_V.
  • Page 28: Features And Menus

    FEATURES AND MENUS MENUS CONTROL PANELS Using the buttons on both the remote and front panel enable you to access and make changes to the Menus and Control Panels. Menus use the point and select rule to navigate, but control panels use a variety of methods to adjust features on your TV.
  • Page 29: Control Panels

    FEATURES AND MENUS CONTROL PANELS Control Panels allow you to adjust the default settings on many features of your TV. You can choose a setting, enter a number, or adjust a level such as tint or brightness. There are three types of control panels: sliders, choice lists, and numeric entry.
  • Page 30: Audio Menu

    FEATURES AND MENUS CHOICE LISTS Choice lists are used to choose a particular setting from a list of settings. Point to a choice on a menu and press MENU or OK to select that choice. Now that you know how to access the menus and adjust the control panels the following pages provide a brief explanation...
  • Page 31: Using The Remote To Select An Audio Processor

    FEATURES AND MENUS Second Audio Program(SAP) Plays the program's audio in a second language, if one is available. The TV displays the word SAP when you tune to a program that is broadcast with SAP information. SAP audio is broadcast in mono. SAP is also used to broadcast a program's audio with descriptions of the video for the visually impaired.
  • Page 32: Picture Quality Menu

    FEATURES AND MENUS QUALITY PICTURE MENU Basic Picture Controls Displays the five slider controls for adjusting the way the picture looks. 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.
  • Page 33: Screen Menu

    FEATURES AND MENUS SCREEN M ENU Closed-Caption Display Displays a choice list that lets you choose the way closed captioning information is shown on the screen. No captioning information displayed. On Captioning information shown always, when available. On When Sound is Muted Displays captioning information,...
  • Page 34: Using Closed Captioning

    FEATURES AND-MENUS USING 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. Closed captioning is not available on all channels at all times. Only specific programs encoded with closed captioning information are applicable.
  • Page 35: Channel Menu

    FEATURES AND MENUS CHANNEL MENU Signal Type Displays a choice list that lets you select the current antenna type. This option does not appear when the TV GUIDE Plus+ system is set up. UHF/VHF Antenna Choose this if you are currently using an off- air antenna for TV signals.
  • Page 36: Time Menu

    FEATURES AND MENUS The choices for each screen are: Not Connected Choose this if you do not have a component connected to an antenna or video input on the back of the TV, or if you don't want the TV to tune to a channel when the particular component button is pressed.
  • Page 37: Parental Controls Menu

    FEATURES AND MENUS PARENTAL CONTROLS MENU Parent Approved Channels Displays a {:ontrol panel that lets you decide what channels can be viewed or selected using the TV's front panel controls. Chan # Use the up and down arrows to scroll up and down through the channel scan list.
  • Page 38: Guide Plus+ Menu

    FEATURES AND MENUS GUIDE PLUS+ MENU GUIDE Plus+ Setup Displays the GUIDE Plus+ setup screen. Setup Setting up the GUIDE Plus+ system is detailed in the GUIDE Plus+ booklet. Yew Demo Runs the GUIDE Plus+ demonstration. GUIDE Plus+ Label Displays the GUIDE Plus+ Label menu. On Displays the station name when you change channels.
  • Page 39: Pip (Picture-In-Picture)

    FEATURES AND MENUS (PICTURE-IN-PICTURE) OPERATION The PIP {picture-in-picture} feature lets you display a second, smaller picture on top of the main picture. PIP BUTTONS There are seven remote buttons that control the way the PIP window works: PIP Brings up the PIP window. Press PIP again to remove the window.
  • Page 40: Channel Marker

    FEATURES AND MENUS CHANNEL MARKER There are several indicators thatcome up when you press the TV, INFO, PIP or SWAP 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.
  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    REFERENCE 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. TV WILL NOT TURN ON •...
  • Page 42: Care And Cleaning

    REFERENCE • Maybe speakers are turned off. Check the Audio Output and Speakers control panel in the Audio menu. • If using an S-VHS component, remember to also connect the component's L and R AUDIO OUT jacks to the TV's L and R INPUT jacks.
  • Page 43: Proscan Tv Limited Warranty

    REFERENCE PROSCAN "IV LIMITED WARRANTY WHAT YOUR WARRANTY COVERS: • Any defect in materials or workmanship. LONG AFTER YOUR PURCHASE: • One year for labor charges. • One year for parts. • Two years for picture tubes. The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.
  • Page 44: Accessories

    VH89 {6-ft) Most audio/video connections between components a quick connection. can be made with shielded audio and video cables that have RCA-type phono connectors. AUDIO/VIDEO CABLES Monaural VCR Dubbing Cable Double cable that letsyou connect the video and audio jacks of two...
  • Page 45 REFERENCE Remote Control This is the Accessory Order Form remote control that came packed with your TV. Description Screw-on antenna cable (3-ft) Replacements or spares can be ordered as needed. ;crew-on antenna cable (6-ft) IVH82 $6.95 Push-on antenna cable (6-ft) [VH89 $5.95 Monaural...
  • Page 46 REFERENCE 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, MasterCard filling in below or Discover Card ready and call the toll-free number listed USE YOUR CREDIT CARD below between 8AM and 8PM (EST)Monday through...
  • Page 47: Index

    REFERENCE Accessories 42 DVD Channel 16, 33 Remote Control Advanced Connections 4, 6 DVD player remote codes 24 Installing the batteries Audio menu 28 Programming Audio Output Volume & Speakers Remote batteries are low 38 Fixed images 40 Remote control Audio Processor 28 Fixed Output, Speakers Off 29 Buttons 20...
  • Page 48 CREATING A GREENER FUTURE At Thomson Consumer Electronics we are dedicated to the 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 throughout the world.

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