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Dear ASTAR Customer,
Congratulations on your new ASTAR LTV-40HBG High Definition LCD
Television purchase.
Thank you for your support. For maximum benefit of your set, please
read these instructions before making any adjustments, and retain
them for future reference. We hope you will experience years of
enjoyment from your new ASTAR LTV-40HBG High Definition
Television.
For assistance, please call 1
To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for
your ASTAR LCD TV, please visit our website at
www.astarelectronics.com or call
We recommend you register your ASTAR LTV-40HBG HDTV either at
our website
www.astarelectronics.com or fill in your registration
card and mail it in. For peace of mind and to protect your
investment beyond the standard warranty, ASTAR offers on-site
extended warranty service plans. These plans give you additional
coverage during the standard warranty period. Visit our website
or call us to purchase a plan.
Write down your Serial Number located on the back of your LTV-40HBG.
S/N:
Purchase Date
www.astarelectronics.com
-877-851-2528.
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  • Page 1 These plans give you additional coverage during the standard warranty period. Visit our website or call us to purchase a plan. Write down your Serial Number located on the back of your LTV-40HBG. S/N: Purchase Date...
  • Page 2 *Do not attempt to repair or service the product yourself. Opening or removing the back cover may expose you to high voltages, the risk of electric shock, and other hazards. If repair is required, please contact ASTAR and refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

  • Page 3: Television Antenna Connection Protection

    Note: In some countries or regions, the shape of the power plug and power outlet may sometimes differ from that shown in the explanatory drawings. However, the method of connecting and operating the unit is the same. Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite or cable system is to be connected to the LCD TV, make sure that the antenna/satellite or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage...

  • Page 4: Opening The Package

    Opening the package Your ASTAR LTV-40HBG HDTV is packaged in a carton together with other standard accessories. Any optional accessories would be packed separately in another carton. The weight of the LCD display is approximately 87 lbs. Due to the size and weight of the product, it is suggested that it be handled by a minimum of 2 persons.

  • Page 5: Preparing Your Lcd Tv For Wall Mounting

    Preparing Your LCD TV FOR Wall Mounting The ASTAR LTV-40HBG HDTV can either be kept on the stand base or mounted to the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount the LTV-40HBG to the wall, please follow the instructions below for removing the stand/base.
  • Page 6 (see Figure 3.3b). Please make sure to read the directions of your specific wall mount to properly hang the LTV-40HBG HDTV. Make sure the wall mount is rated to support at least 65 Ibs.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    1.3-Rear Panel Connections.....................9 1.4-ASTAR Universal Remote Control................10 1.4.1-Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control............12 1.4.2-Remote Control Range.................12 1.4.3-Precautions for the ASTAR Universal Remote Control........12 Chapter 2- Connecting Equipment 2.1-Which Video Connection Should I Use?...............13 2.2-Connecting your DVD Player..................14 2.2.1-Using HDMI(Digital HD)................14 2.2.2-Using Component(Analog HD1) Video............16...

  • Page 8: Chapter 1- Basic Controls And Connections

    Chapter 1 -Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 - Front Panel Controls 1.CH(-/+)-These buttons increase or decrease the channels. When the OSD is active, these buttons are used to select OSD options. 2.VOL(-/+)- These buttons increase or decrease volume. When the OSD is active, these buttons adjust the OSD options.

  • Page 9: Rear Panel Connections

    1.3 - Rear Panel Controls AIR IN CABLE IN SERVICE Pb/Cb-2 Pr/Cr-2 AUDIO VIDEO IN AUDIO VIDEO OUT DIGITAL DIGITAL HD AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO COAXIAL OUT HDMI-IN VGA IN Pb/Cb-1 Pr/Cr-1 AUDIO S-VIDEO IN AUDIO 1.SERVICE - This custom communication port is for factory service only. 2.CABLE /AIR IN - Connect to an antenna, or cable service.

  • Page 10: Astar Universal Remote Control

    1.4-ASTAR Remote Control Button Description •POWER- Press this key to turn the TV on from standby mode. Press it again to return to the standby mode. •MUTE-This button turns the sound on and off. •SLEEP-This button allows the user to select the sleep options by adjusting the timer in15 minute increments up to120 minutes.
  • Page 11 •SOUND-Press repeatedly to select sound mode: Normal, News, Cinema, Concert, User. •PICTURE-Press repeatedly for different picture modes select user/cinema/normal/vivid/Hi-bright. •Return-Press it to return to the previous channel in TV mode. •Mode- User this button to activate the PIP mode and select the mode by pressing repeatedly.

  • Page 12: 1-Insertion Of Batteries In The Remote Control

    •The effective range of the remote control is approximately 32 feet(10 meters) from the front of the receiver window, 30° to the left and right, 20° up and down. 1.4.3-Precautions for the ASTAR Remote Control •The remote control should be kept dry and away from heat sources. Avoid humidity.

  • Page 13: Chapter 2- Connecting Equipment

    Chapter 2 - Connecting Equipment 2.1- Which Video Connection Should I Use? The ASTAR LTV-40HBG HDTV has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital displays. Color Connection Codes Quality...

  • Page 14: Connecting Your Dvd Player

    DVD players that have a digital interface such as HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the HDMI input of the ASTAR LTV-40HBG HDTV for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display, use a ASTAR certified HDMI cable available up to 10 meters or less. See www.astarelectronics.com or call...
  • Page 15 For DVD Players with DVI: VIDEO OUT Pb/Cb-2 Pr/Cr-2 AUDIO VIDEO IN AUDIO DIGITAL DIGITAL HD AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO COAXIAL OUT HDMI-IN VGA IN Pb/Cb-1 Pr/Cr-1 AUDIO S-VIDEO IN AUDIO 1.Turn off the power to the LCD TV and DVD player. 2.Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your DVD Player and the HDMI end to the HDMI input in the rear of your LCD TV.

  • Page 16: 2-Using Component(Analog Hd1) Video

    2.2.2 - Using Component (YPbPr1) Video Connecting DVD Player(Better): VIDEO EQUIPMENT with terminal To video To audio inputs inputs VIDEO OUT Pb/Cb-2 Pr/Cr-2 AUDIO VIDEO IN AUDIO DIGITAL DIGITAL HD AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO COAXIAL OUT HDMI-IN VGA IN Pb/Cb-1 Pr/Cr-1 AUDIO S-VIDEO IN AUDIO...

  • Page 17: 3-Using S-Video

    2.2.3 - Using S-Video Connecting DVD Player (Good): Pb/Cb-2 Pr/Cr-2 AUDIO VIDEO IN AUDIO VIDEO OUT DIGITAL DIGITAL HD AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO COAXIAL OUT HDMI-IN VGA IN Pb/Cb-1 Pr/Cr-1 AUDIO S-VIDEO IN AUDIO To S-VIDEO output To audio inputs VIDEO EQUIPMENT with terminal 1.Turn off the power to the LCD TV and DVD player.
  • Page 18 2.2.4 - Using Composite (AV) Video Connecting DVD Player (Good): VIDEO EQUIPMENT with terminal To audio inputs To VIDEO input VIDEO OUT Pb/Cb-2 Pr/Cr-2 AUDIO VIDEO IN AUDIO DIGITAL DIGITAL HD AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO COAXIAL OUT HDMI-IN VGA IN Pb/Cb-1 Pr/Cr-1 AUDIO S-VIDEO IN...

  • Page 19: Connecting Your Hdtv Set-Top Box

    HDTV Set-Top Boxes that have a digital interface such as HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the HDMI input of the ASTAR LTV-40HBG for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a ASTAR certified HDMI cable that is 10meters or less. www.astarelectronics.com or call 1-877-851-2528 for details.
  • Page 20 For HDTV Set- Top Boxes with DVI: VIDEO OUT Pb/Cb-2 Pr/Cr-2 AUDIO VIDEO IN AUDIO DIGITAL DIGITAL HD AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO COAXIAL OUT HDMI-IN VGA IN Pb/Cb-1 Pr/Cr-1 AUDIO S-VIDEO IN AUDIO HDTV Set-Top Box 1.Turn off the power to the LCD TV and HDTV Set -Top Box. 2.Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set- Top Box and the HDMI end to the HDMI input in the rear of your LCD TV.

  • Page 21: 2-Using Vga Video

    2.3.2 - Using VGA Video Connecting Set-Top Box (Better): VIDEO OUT Pb/Cb-2 Pr/Cr-2 AUDIO VIDEO IN AUDIO DIGITAL DIGITAL HD AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO COAXIAL OUT HDMI-IN VGA IN Pb/Cb-1 Pr/Cr-1 AUDIO S-VIDEO IN AUDIO HDTV Set-Top Box 1.Turn off the power to the LCD TV and HDTV Set -Top Box. 2.Connect a 15-pin D-Sub VGA cable to the RGB output of your HDTV Set-Top Box and the other end to the VGA input in the rear of your LCD TV.

  • Page 22: Connecting Your Vcr Or Video Camera

    2.4 - Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera VIDEO OUT Pb/Cb-2 Pr/Cr-2 AUDIO VIDEO IN AUDIO DIGITAL DIGITAL HD AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO COAXIAL OUT HDMI-IN VGA IN Pb/Cb-1 Pr/Cr-1 AUDIO S-VIDEO IN AUDIO To S-VIDEO output To audio inputs VIDEO EQUIPMENT with terminal 1.Turn off the power to the LCD TV and VCR or video camera.

  • Page 23: Connecting Coaxial(Rf)

    2.5 -Connecting Cocoaxial (RF) There are several options for connecting your antenna(or cable for TV) to your new LTV-40HBG HDTV- directly to the DTV, NTSC TV or through your VCR. Based on your home theater configuration, you can decide which option is the right one for you.

  • Page 24: 3-Using The Antenna Or Cable Through Your Vcr

    2.5.3 - Using the Antenna or Cable through Your VCR 1.Turn off the power to your LCD TV and VCR . 2.Connect the "Output to TV" (RF Out or Antenna Out) connector on the rear of your VCR to the TV CABLE/AIR connector in the rear of your LCD TV.

  • Page 25: Connecting An Amplifier Or Speakers

    2.6-Connecting an Amplifier or Speakers Note: 1.If you are connecting the DTV input, you can connect the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT to your sound system using a digital optical audio cable. .If you are connecting the HDMI input, you can connect the Coaxial to your sound system by using a digital coaxial audio cable.

  • Page 26: Connecting A Computer

    2.7 - Connecting a Computer VIDEO OUT Pb/Cb-2 Pr/Cr-2 AUDIO VIDEO IN AUDIO DIGITAL DIGITAL HD AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO COAXIAL OUT HDMI-IN VGA IN Pb/Cb-1 Pr/Cr-1 AUDIO S-VIDEO IN AUDIO 1.Turn off the power to the LCD TV and Computer. 2.Connect a 15-pin D-sub VGA cable to the VGA output of your computer and the other end to the VGA input in the rear of your LCD TV.

  • Page 27: Chapter 3-Setting Up To Watch Tv And Dtv

    7.Using a PC 7.Using a PC If connecting to a PC through VGA Analog input, set the TV timing mode to ASTAR 1024x768,1366x768 If connecting to a PC through VGA Analog input, set the TV timing mode to ASTAR 1024x768,1366x768...

  • Page 28: Watching A Tv Program

    3.2 - Watching a TV Program Before you start watching TV, please make sure that any cable, satellite, or off-air antenna connections are secure. Also, verify that the power cord is plugged into a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector.

  • Page 29: General

    3.4 General 3.4 General 3.4 General 3.4 General 3.4 General Press the DTV/ATV button on the remote until"DTV" Press the DTV/ATV button on the remote until"DTV" Press the DTV/ATV button on the remote until"DTV" Press the DTV/ATV button on the remote until"DTV" Press the DTV/ATV button on the remote until"DTV"...
  • Page 30 Audio Language Audio Language English English Time Zone Time Zone Eastern Time Eastern Time SPDIF Type SPDIF Type Auto Scan Auto Scan Press <Enter> Press <Enter> SPDIF Type-Setting the coaxial type to PCM off or Dolby digital. SPDIF Type-Setting the coaxial type to PCM off or Dolby digital. Manual Scan Manual Scan Press <Enter>...
  • Page 31 A channel will also be missed if it is too weak to be received. Re-orientation of the antenna or changing to a A channel will also be missed if it is too weak to be received. Re-orientation of the antenna or changing to a A channel will also be missed if it is too weak to be received.
  • Page 32 CAPTION-Allows you to read the voice content CAPTION-Allows you to read the voice content CAPTION-Allows you to read the voice content CAPTION-Allows you to read the voice content CAPTION-Allows you to read the voice content Analog Closed Caption Analog Closed Caption Analog Closed Caption of television programs.
  • Page 33 Analog Closed Caption Analog Closed Caption Analog Closed Caption If you did not EXIT from the CAPTION page, If you did not EXIT from the CAPTION page, If you did not EXIT from the CAPTION page, If you did not EXIT from the CAPTION page, Digital Closed Caption Digital Closed Caption Digital Closed Caption...

  • Page 34: 1-Parental Controls For Dtv

    3.4.1-Parental Controls for DTV 3.4.1-Parental Controls for DTV 3.4.1-Parental Controls for DTV 3.4.1-Parental Controls for DTV Contrast Contrast Brightness Brightness When at the first DTV screen, press the RIGHT arrow When at the first DTV screen, press the RIGHT arrow When at the first DTV screen, press the RIGHT arrow When at the first DTV screen, press the RIGHT arrow Saturation...
  • Page 35 Once the correct password has been entered, the option Once the correct password has been entered, the option Once the correct password has been entered, the option Once the correct password has been entered, the option Channel Block Press <Enter> for blocking channels becomes available.

  • Page 36: 2-Dtv Channel Information

    3.4.2-DTV Channel Information When a channel is selected, an information header is DTV Program 58-2 English Stereo shown over the picture for a few seconds, This information KLCS-DT 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM Service 1 480i SD Not Rated consists of the channel number and name, the format in DTV Program which the program is broadcast (480i SD,480P SD,720P HD,1080i HD), audio channel 1/2 or 2/2(omitted if alternate...

  • Page 37: 3-Program Information

    58-1 Press the INFO button again and only the channel number and name will remain. Press the INFO button one more time and this will disappear. IT'S THE RIGHT THING TO DO. 3.4.3 Program Information Antenna Monday,31-October-2005 6:11:39 PM Press the GUIDE button on the remote and program information 58-4 58-1 KLSC-DT 58-2...

  • Page 38: 4-Setting A Password

    3.4.4-Setting a Password 3.4.4-Setting a Password You control access to the Parental Control features with a password. The default password is " 0000". You You control access to the Parental Control features with a password. The default password is " 0000". You can change the password to any four-digit number.

  • Page 39: Using The On Screen Display(Osd)

    3.5-Using the On-Screen Display(OSD) 3.5-Using the On-Screen Display(OSD) The remote control or the bottom control keys on the front panel of the TV can control all the function The remote control or the bottom control keys on the front panel of the TV can control all the function settings.

  • Page 40: 2-Video

    3.5.2-Video 3.5.2-Video 3.5.2-Video 3.5.2-Video 3.5.2-Video Available for the following input sources-AV1,AV2,S-Video, Available for the following input sources-AV1,AV2,S-Video, Available for the following input sources-AV1,AV2,S-Video, Available for the following input sources-AV1,AV2,S-Video, Available for the following input sources-AV1,AV2,S-Video, YPbPr1, YPbPr2, HDMI, DTV or ATV. YPbPr1, YPbPr2, HDMI, DTV or ATV.

  • Page 41: 4-V-Chip For Tv

    3.5.4-V-Chip for TV 3.5.4-V-Chip for TV V-CHIP Enable-Turns TV and movie blocking on or off. TV Rating- V-CHIP Enable-Turns TV and movie blocking on or off. TV Rating- Sets the level of television programs that will be blocked without Sets the level of television programs that will be blocked without V-CHIP Enable V-CHIP Enable typing in the password.

  • Page 42: 7-Geometric

    3.5.7-Geometric 3.5.7-Geometric 3.5.7-Geometric 3.5.7-Geometric Available for the following input sources -VGA. Available for the following input sources -VGA. Available for the following input sources -VGA. Available for the following input sources -VGA. Contrast - Adjusts the level of white between the lightest and Contrast - Adjusts the level of white between the lightest and Contrast - Adjusts the level of white between the lightest and Contrast - Adjusts the level of white between the lightest and...

  • Page 43: 9-Understanding Viewing Features

    3.5.9-Understanding Viewing Features Your LCD TV features three viewing modes and Picture-in-Picture(PIP), Picture-by -Picture (POP) mode. You can switch viewing modes using the remote control. 3.5.10-Viewing Modes 4:3 Mode The original 4:3 aspect ratio (1.33:1 source) is preserved, so black bars are added to the left and right of the display image.

  • Page 44: 11-Picture-In-Picture(Pip)/Picture-By-Picture(Pop) Mode

    3.5.11-Picture-in-Picture(PIP)/Picture-by-Picture(POP) Mode Your TV features PIP mode, so you can watch two pictures at the same time. When PIP is turned on, by pressing the PIP button on your Remote Control, you can display two picture at one time. One picture is displayed as the full screen (main screen) and the other picture is displayed in a small window(sub screen).

  • Page 45: 13-Using The V-Chip

    3.5.13-Using the V-Chip 3.5.13-Using the V-Chip The V-Chip feature prevents viewers from watching programs The V-Chip feature prevents viewers from watching programs that are not age-appropriate, such as programs containing that are not age-appropriate, such as programs containing V-CHIP Enable V-CHIP Enable violence or adult language.

  • Page 46: 14-Setting The Sleep Timer

    12.Press the button on the remote control to navigate through the LCD TV menu options. Press ENTER button to block or unblock each area. 13.Press the MENU button on the remote control to return to the submenu. 14.Press the EXIT button the remote control to exit the OSD menu when you are finished. 3.5.14-Setting the Sleep Timer The Sleep Timer lets you set a time delay to turn off your LCD TV automatically.

  • Page 47: Chapter 4-Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Chapter 4- Maintenance and Troubleshooting 4.1-Maintenance Important 1.Make sure that the power cable is removed from the socket before cleaning the display. 2.Do not use volatile solvent(such as toluene, rosin and alcohol) to clean the display. Such chemicals may damage the housing, screen glass and remote control, and cause the paint to peel. Cleaning the Housing and the Remote Control 1.Use a soft cotton cloth for cleaning.
  • Page 48 Problem Solution There is not any power. Make sure the AC power button is ON, DC power button is ON(Green LED). Make sure AC power cord is securely connected to the AC socket. Plug another electrical device (like a radio) to the power outlet to verify that the outlet is supplying the proper voltage.

  • Page 49: Telephone And Technical Support

    For more information on warranty service or repair, after the warranty period, please contact our Support Department at the number below. Quality service and consistent technical support are integral parts of ASTAR's commitment to service excellence. ASTAR's service representatives are dedicated to assist you with the utmost in customer satisfaction.

  • Page 50: Compliance

    4.4-Compliance Caution: Always use a power cable that is properly grounded. Please use the AC cords listed below for each area. Canada Germany Britain BASE/BS Japan Electric Appliance Control Act 4.5-FCC Class B Radio Frequency Interference Statement Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 51: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications Panel 40''Diagonal, Color TFT Active MatrixLCD Resolution 1366X768pixels (WXGA format) Colors 24 bit 16.77 million colors Display Compatibility HDTV (720p) Native, 1080i Signal Compatibility 480i (SDTV), 480p(DVD/EDTV),720p(HDTV),1080i(HDTV) Response Time 8ms(typical) Brightness 600cd/m2 (typical) Contrast 1600:1(typical) Viewing Angle 178°(horizontal),178°(vertical) 2xRF(for ATSC(DTV) and NTSC(TV) inputs),1xHDMI (DIGITAL HD),2xComponent(ANALOG HD1,ANALOG HD2), Inputs...

  • Page 52: Glossary-Standard Definitions

    (DTV) retailers to reproduce and distribute to consumers on the sales floor. The file may be downloaded online at www.ASTAR.com. While you're there, check out the other useful information the FCC is making available to consumers interested in learning more about the analog to digital transition.
  • Page 53 www.astarelectronics.com...

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