Westinghouse HD LCD TV User Manual

Westinghouse HD LCD TV User Manual

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  • Page 1 The model and serial numbers are located on the back of the TV. Keep a record of the numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Westinghouse Digital dealer regarding this product. Model No. __________________________________ Serial No. ___________________________________...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Welcome Package Contents Contacting Westinghouse Digital 1 Product Safety Important Notice Concerning Power Cord Selection FCC Compliance Statement Product Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Other Notices Antenna Installation Safety Outdoor Antenna Grounding Lightning Power Lines 2 INTRODUCTION: THE BASICS...
  • Page 3 List of Speed Keys Menu Video Menu TV Menu Settings Menu (Screen 1) About Parental Controls Settings Menu (Screen 2) 5 Appendix 42-inch High Definition LCD TV Specifications 47-inch High Definition LCD TV Specifications Troubleshooting Cleaning the High Definition LCD TV Wall mount and Base removal for the 42"/47"...
  • Page 4: Welcome

    Westinghouse. This User Manual was created to ensure simple, safe setup and use of all the features offered by your new HDTV. Package Contents In addition to your new Westinghouse FHDTV and this User Manual, you'll also find the following: Quick Setup Guide,...
  • Page 5 defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one year from original date of purchase.
  • Page 6: Product Safety

    PLEASE READ FIRST: 1 Product Safety WARNING: This device must be operated with the original power supply, part number DPS-210 EP 2 C. Caution: The power supply outlet should be located near High Definition LCD TV and should be easily accessible. Always use the appropriate AC cord that is certified for your specific country.
  • Page 7: Fcc Compliance Statement

    If a BNC cable is used, use only a shielded BNC (5) cable. Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications not expressly approved by Westinghouse Digital will void the user's authority to operate this device. Product Safety Instructions Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked on the High Definition LCD TV.
  • Page 8: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions Never use your HDTV near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Never block any ventilation openings; install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or any other equipment (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Take care to maintain the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug.
  • Page 9 You may be seriously injured if you touch them. • Always handle your LCD display with care when moving it. • If the High Definition LCD TV emits smoke, abnormal noise, or a strange odor, immediately turn it off and contact the Westinghouse Service Center.
  • Page 10: Antenna Installation Safety

    Antenna Installation Safety Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the High Definition LCD TV, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to prevent voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANS/NFPA 70, provides information on proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
  • Page 11: Introduction: The Basics

    About the Digital Television Picture Your new Westinghouse High Definition LCD TV has a built-in HDTV/NTSC tuner, meaning it can receive both analog and digital broadcasts from your antenna, cable or satellite service.
  • Page 12: About Digital Channels

    the highest pixel count and best resolution available. HDTV resolution is available in both 720p and 1080i formats. The "p" and "i" refer to the scanning method used to deliver the lines of resolution on the screen. Progressive "p" scanning means that pixels on the screen are refreshed simultaneously, with each scan showing every line for a complete picture at 1/60th of a second.
  • Page 13 and then another number; for example, 7.1, 7.2, etc. (the old analog channel is always referenced to minor channel "0", as in 7.0, while 7.1 would represent the new digital television channel) • The first number is the major channel used for all channels of a particular broadcasting station •...
  • Page 14: Controls And Connections

    Controls and Connections Front View Use buttons on the right front side of your HDTV (or on remote control) for On Screen Display (OSD), volume adjustment, channel selection, source, and turning power on or off. Item Description Menu OSD menu ON/OFF Increase/decrease sound or adjust selected features in Volume OSD menus...
  • Page 15: Side Connectors

    Side Connectors Item Description YPbPr1/Audio 1 (Right/ Connect external video device like DVD or game Left) system YPbPr2/Audio 2 (Right/ Connect external video device like DVD or game Left) system AV1 Video/Audio (Right/ Connect an external video device like VCR (Audio Left) Right/Left supports S-Video or AV input) AV2 Video/Audio (Right/...
  • Page 16 Item Description HDMI 1 /Audio1 (Right/ Connect external HDMI device like a DVD, cable/ Left) satellite receiver or personal computer; for analog Audio use, select Audio menu in On Screen Display (OSD) and use remote's left/right arrows to change HDMI to Analog HDMI 2-3-4 Connect external HDMI device like a DVD, cable/ satellite receiver or personal computer...
  • Page 17: Quick Reference: Hdtv Connection

    Additional information: Quick Reference: HDTV Connection YPbPr The "Y" stands for the luminance of the signal; Pb and Pr refer to the color difference signals ("b" for blue, "r" for red). Provides improved color bandwidth over S-Video or composite video connections. DVI-HDCP (Digital Visual Interface/High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) Provides superior level of digital video quality, typically used in cable/satellite receivers or DVD players.
  • Page 18: Inserting Remote Control Batteries

    Inserting Remote Control Batteries Remove the battery compartment cover Insert the batteries corresponding to the (+) and (-) marks inside the battery compartment Reattach cover Precaution • Only use AAA batteries • Don't mix new and old batteries, which can result in cracking or leakage and may pose a risk for fire or personal injury •...
  • Page 19: Remote Control Features

    Remote Control Features Item Description Power Switch the power On/Off SWAP Switch between PIP and Main Picture (not available) Display sub picture On/Off (not available) MUTE Turn the sound On/Off SLEEP Set sleep timer...
  • Page 20 Item Description Turn Closed Caption On/Off BACKLIGHT Shortcut to adjust backlight adjustment FAVORITE CHANNEL A / B Jump to favorite channels (Hold button for 3 seconds to program favorite channel and input source) CHANNEL NUMBER KEYS Select specific channels Note: The Dot is used to input dash when selecting specific channels Complete channel selection INPUT...
  • Page 21 Item Description Menu Turn OSD Menu On/Off...
  • Page 22: Hdtv/Accessory Setup

    3 HDTV/ACCESSORY SETUP Now that you're familiar with the basics of digital television and the various controls and connections for your HDTV, you're ready to enjoy its superb picture quality and sound, along with the ultimate convenience of connecting your game consoles, VCR, DVD, audio devices or personal computer.
  • Page 23: Choose Your Tv Source

    Press the Power button on either the remote control or the side- mounted control panel to turn your HDTV on (it will take a few seconds to power up) Choose Your TV Source Press the "Menu" button on your remote or the side panel to access the On Screen Display (OSD) Use the right/left arrow buttons to scroll across to the "TV"...
  • Page 24: Determining Available Channels

    Determining Available Channels When connected to an antenna, cable or other RF (radio frequency) source, you'll need to run "Autoscan"-available in the "TV" menu of the OSD in order for all available channels to be received Before starting Autoscan select either Air (Antenna) or Cable for your RF input.
  • Page 25: Set Your Time Zone

    Set Your Time Zone Scroll right to the "Settings" menu. Use the up/down buttons to select "Time Zone". Select your local time zone, which allows you to receive HDTV programming information. Exit the OSD.
  • Page 26: Connecting Your Personal Computer

    Connecting Your Personal Computer Before making any connections, make sure all equipment is turned off. Computer Settings • For optimal picture quality, set your computer's timing mode to VESA (Video Electronics Standards Association) 1920 x1080 at 60Hz • Refer to your computer's graphic card User Guide for directions to set this timing mode (many computers show 1024x768 as an alternative resolution) Connection Types •...
  • Page 27: Connecting Other Accessories

    Connecting Other Accessories Following are the recommended connections to ensure optimal enjoyment of your accessory equipment with your HDTV. Before making any connections, make sure all equipment is turned off. DVD or Game System Connect your DVD player or gaming system using following input connectors: •...
  • Page 28: Cable Or Satellite Receiver

    Cable or Satellite Receiver Connect your cable or satellite receiver using HDTV's HDMI port (HDMI cable not supplied) or YPb/Pr1 and Audio1 (Right/Left) or YPb/Pr2 and Audio2 (Right/Left) connectors on the HDTV to (cable not supplied). Audio Equipment Use your HDTV's "Audio Out" port to connect to an external audio amplifier (cable not supplied).
  • Page 29: Hdtv Operation

    4 HDTV OPERATION About the On Screen Display (OSD) Your HDTV's On Screen Display (OSD) conveniently integrates all functions required for setup and operation. There are two ways you can access the OSD- either by pressing the remote control's "Menu" button (located just below the volume controls on the left side of the remote), or by pressing the "Menu"...
  • Page 30: Osd Menus And Features

    OSD Menus and Features List of Speed Keys Menu Initially, the “Favorite Keys” are set to “Speed Keys” with default settings. User can overwrite the current define setting by choosing one of menu option and hold either A, B, or C for about 5 second or longer. A list of available settings are displayed in which you choose within the list and select by pushing the "Enter"...
  • Page 31: Video Menu

    Video Menu The "Video" menu allows you to adjust the properties of the image you see on the screen by adjusting the display's brightness, contrast, color intensity and hue, picture clarity and sharpness. You can also adjust the backlight's intensity and, if necessary, restore the factory default video settings.
  • Page 32: Calibration Menu

    Audio/Video Menu Adjustment/Descriptions Features Brightness Black level adjustment Contrast White level adjustment Saturation Intensity of color Red/Green level adjustment Sharpness Picture clarity Backlight Intensity of HDTV lamp illumination Color Temp Select from 3 different color temperature Calibration Open up the Calibration Menu for advanced video adjustment Style Reset Resets video settings to factory default Calibration Menu...
  • Page 33 Calibration Menu Function Descriptions Features Deinterlace Turns on/off Deinterlace 3D Comb Filter Turns on/off 3D Comb Filter. In on mode, the picture quality is better Dynamic Contrast Enhance dynamically the Black and White levels depending on the displayed picture or video Skin Tone Allow you to adjust the Skin tone Blue Stretch...
  • Page 34 Color Temperature The Color Temp menu allows you to adjust each color temperature (Warm, Neutral, Cool) individually. In case of misadjustment it can be Reset to factory default. Adjustment Menu Only available in "PC" (VGA) input mode. Lets you adjust image and phasing.
  • Page 35: Audio Menu

    Audio/Video Menu Adjustment/Descriptions Features Auto Sync Automatically centers the image to the middle of the screen by synchronizing both vertical and horizontal refresh rate and resolution Horizontal Position Manually adjust horizontal position of the screen image Vertical Position Manually adjust vertical position of the screen image Fine Tune Manually adjust the Phase control to eliminate Noise Audio Menu...
  • Page 36 Audio/Video Menu Adjustment/Descriptions Features Choose from three different MTS (Multi-Channel Television Sound) settings: • Mono • Stereo • Digital Audio Enables language selection for digital channels Mute Turns audio on/off Speaker Turns internal speakers on/off or have both on (Mixed) HDMI 1 Switch the HDMI audio input source to either”...
  • Page 37 Equalizer Menu The "Equalizer " menu let you individually configure your audio preferences to optimize your listening experience. Equalizer Menu Adjustment/Descriptions Features User Allow you to adjust the preset mode according to your preference and listening experience. Rock Allow you to adjust the preset mode according to your preference and listening experience.
  • Page 38: Tv Menu

    TV Menu The "TV" menu provides a broad array of functions you'll use during setup, as well as customizing various features such as closed captioning, favorite channels. Feature/Sub-Menu TV Menu Features Descriptions Channel Change Click the left and right arrow on the remote control to change the channel.
  • Page 39 Feature/Sub-Menu TV Menu Features Descriptions Closed Caption Allows you to turn closed captioning of audio on or off, select analog or digital modes, or personalize the captioning style; user- define style sub-menus provide choices for font, size, style, plus text and background colors and opacity. CC Setting Changes setting for closed captioning such as font, etc.
  • Page 40 Add or delete additional TV channels Use the OSD to access the TV Menu Feature Select Add Channel Add a channel by entering the physical channel number or a range. Select Delete Channel Delete a channel from the current list of viewable channels available. Channel Number Scroll to highlight a channel number from the list of available channels and press Enter to delete the channel.
  • Page 41: Settings Menu (Screen 1)

    Settings Menu (Screen 1) The "Setting" menu integrates still more choices that allow you control the appearance of the image you see on the screen, based on the selected source input, to manage various power-related functions to simplify your viewing experience and save power, to optimize your HDTV experience, from language selection to pertinent system and installation information.
  • Page 42 Setting Menu Function Descriptions Features Sleep Timer Sets the High Definition LCD TV to turn off after a specified amount of time: • • 15 minutes • 30 minutes • 45 minutes • 60 minutes NOTE: The HDTV will take a few seconds to return from Sleep mode.
  • Page 43: About Parental Controls

    About Parental Controls The Parental Controls feature allows you to block TV programs based on various ratings systems, as well as to lock out the HDTV's right side-mounted controls. The first time you enter the "Parental Control" menu, you will be taken to the password sub-menu to set up your four-digit password, which is required for using this feature.
  • Page 44: Lock Channel

    Lock Channel Parental Control Menu Features Descriptions and Definitions Lock Channel Lock or unlock the HDTV’s right side-mounted controls. US MPAA Rating Lock or unlock programming according to MPAA Ratings. US TV Rating Lock or unlock programming according to TV rating and/or content.
  • Page 45 US MPAA Rating US MPAA Ratings and Content Sub-Menu Rating Definitions Not Rated General audience - All ages admitted Parental Guidance suggested - Some material might be unsuitable for children PG-13 Parental Strongly cautioned - Some material might be inappropriate for children under 13 years of age Restricted - Viewers younger than 17 require accompaniment of a parent or adult guardian...
  • Page 46 US TV Ratings and Content This sub-menu allows you to block programming according to US TV Ratings as well as content type. US MPAA Ratings and Content Sub-Menu Rating Definitions TV Y All children TV Y7 Directed to older children TV G General audience TV PG...
  • Page 47: Canadian English Ratings

    US MPAA Ratings and Content Sub-Menu Content Definitions All Content Fantasy Violence Sexually Suggestive Dialog Adult Language Sexual Situations Violence Canadian English Ratings Rating Definitions Children Children over 8 years old...
  • Page 48: Canadian French Ratings

    Rating Definitions General Parental Guidance Over 14 years old Adults Canadian French Ratings Rating Definitions General 8Ano General but inadvisable for young children 13Ano Over 13 years old 16Ano Over 16 years old 18Ano Over 18 years old...
  • Page 49: Settings Menu (Screen 2)

    Settings Menu (Screen 2) Setting Menu Function Descriptions Features Power Switch Select to turn off TV Power Option To manage various power-related functions to simplify your viewing experience and save power Help Display a Quick Install Matrix for referencing connections System Info Access system information like Firmware version Menu language...
  • Page 50 Power Option Power Menu Function Descriptions Features DPMS Mode Lets you turn the DPMS (Display Power Management Signaling) On/ Off; when “On”, the display goes into Standby mode If there is no incoming signal from the selected input for off, 3-sec, 10-sec or 30- sec interval.
  • Page 51: Input Menu

    Input Menu To change the Main Picture source, press the Input button on the remote to display the Main Picture (MP) input menu. When the input menu is open, press the Input button again to switch to the next input or use the up/down arrows to scroll through the inputs and the press enter to switch to the highlighted input.
  • Page 52: Appendix

    5 Appendix 42-inch High Definition LCD TV Specifications Model Name TX-42F450S Panel Type 42” TFT (Thin Film Transistor), Active Matrix LCD, 1920 x 1080 vertical stripe; anti-glare coating Color 16.7 million colors Aspect Ratio 16:9 Viewing Angles 176° (H) / 176° (V) Input Signal Video/Audio RGB Analog * 1 (75 ohms, 0.7 Vp-p)/Mini-Stereo...
  • Page 53 Temperature Operating 15 to + 35° C (Hum < 75%) Storage 10 to + 50° C (Hum < 35%) Humidity Operating 20 to 80% non-condensing (Relative) Storage 20 to 90% non-condensing Altitude Operating 0 to 2,000 m Storage 0 to 12,000 m Dimension Physical 42.1", 41.98"...
  • Page 54: 47-Inch High Definition Lcd Tv Specifications

    47-inch High Definition LCD TV Specifications Model Name TX-47F450S Panel Type 47” TFT (Thin Film Transistor), Active Matrix LCD, 1920 x 1080 vertical stripe; anti-glare coating Color 16.7 million colors Aspect Ratio 16:9 Viewing Angles 176° (H) / 176° (V) Input Signal Video/Audio RGB Analog * 1 (75 ohms, 0.7 Vp-p)/Mini-Stereo...
  • Page 55 Humidity Operating 20 to 80% non-condensing (Relative) Storage 20 to 90% non-condensing Altitude Operating 0 to 2,000 m Storage 0 to 12,000 m Dimension Physical 47", 46.08" x 4.98"x31.37"(with Base) 47", 46.08" x 4.98"x 29.23"(w/out Base) Weight Gross/Net 34.6 kg / 29.35 kg 76.29lbs.
  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting No Power • Make sure power cord is securely connected to the "AC In" jack on the back of the High Definition LCD TV. • Make sure AC power cord is securely connected to the AC socket. • Plug another electrical device (such as a radio) to the power outlet to verify that the outlet is supplying the proper voltage.
  • Page 57: Wrong Or Abnormal Colors

    While rare, if this should happen, select "PASSWORD EDIT" and enter "0000" to reset the password. Where Can I Find More Help? • Log on to: www.westinghousedigital.com • Contact Westinghouse Customer Service at (866) 287-5555 or write us at service@westinghousedigital.com...
  • Page 58: Cleaning The High Definition Lcd Tv

    High Definition LCD TV screen or case. Some chemical cleaners have been reported to damage the screen and or High Definition LCD TV case. Westinghouse Digital will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners.
  • Page 59: Wall Mount And Base Removal For The 42"/47" Hd Lcd Tv

    Wall mount and Base removal for the 42"/47" HD LCD TV The TV has been fitted with one set of VESA mounting holes. The holes are spaced 200 mm equally apart for the 42"/47" product. These mounting location are provided strictly as an option to the user for wall mounting.
  • Page 60 Lay the LCDTV with front bezel down on a soft and clear area. Please make sure that there is no any foreign objects on the surface to avoid any scratch or damage of the LCD panel. Remove the four screws as shown. Slowly remove the base from the LCD TV.
  • Page 61: Safety Bracket Options

    Safety bracket Options Brackets Anti-tip over option: This TV has two small metal brackets on the back side of the TV. These two brackets have a circular cut out in the center. The brackets are to serve as an "anti- tipover"...

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