Color Television

OWNER'S MANUAL

Please read this manual carefully before operating your set.

Retain it for future reference.
Record model number and serial number of the set.
See the label attached on the back cover and quote this
information to your dealer when you require service.
 Safety Precautions
WARNING : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER(OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Cleaning reliable operation of the television receiver, and to
Unplug this television receiver from the wall outlet protect it from overheating. These openings must
before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or not be blocked or covered. The openings should
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. never be blocked by placing the television receiver
Do not use attachments not recommended by the on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This
television receiver manufacturer as they may television receiver should not be placed in a built-
cause hazards. in installation such as a bookcase unless proper
Power Supply ventilation is provided.
This television receiver should be operated only It is recommended not to operate this unit near
from the type of power source indicated on the speakers or big metallic furnitures in order to keep
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of their magnetism from disturbing colors purity
power supplied to your home, consult your (uniformity) on the screen.
television dealer or local power company. Wet Location Marking:
DISCONNECTING DEVICE FROM MAINS Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
Mains plug is the disconnecting device. The plug splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such
must remain readily operable. as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
Installation Use
Do not use this television receiver near water, for Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord.
example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, Do not locate this television receiver where the
or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swim- cord will be abused by persons walking on it.
ming pool, etc. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords
Do not place this television receiver on an as this can result in fire or electric shock.
unstable cart, stand, or table. The television Never push objects of any kind into this television
receiver through cabinet slots as they may touch
receiver may fall, causing serious injury to a child dangerous voltage points or short out parts that
or an adult, and serious damage to the appliance. could result in a fire or electric shock.
Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the Never spill liquid of any kind on the television
manufacturer, or sold with the television receiver. receiver.
Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manu-
facturer's instructions and should use a mounting Service
kit approved by the manufacturer. Do not attempt to service this television yourself
Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or as opening or removing covers may expose you
bottom are provided for ventilation, and to insure to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to qualified personnel.
Writing Model And Serial Numbers Date of Purchase
The serial number and model number are found Dealer Purchased from
on the back of this unit. The serial number is Dealer Address
unique to this unit. You should record requested Dealer Phone No.
information here and retain this guide as a Model No.
permanent record of your purchase. Please retain
your purchase receipt as your proof of purchase. Serial No.

CONTENTS
Description of controls .....................3 ~ 4 Closed caption function (some models)......9
On screen menus ....................................5 Antenna Connections............................10
Basic TV operation...................................6 Connection of external equipment
Various function ......................................7 (some models)................................10 ~ 11
Picture control .........................................8 Connecting DVD player (some models).....11
Sound control...........................................8 Troubleshooting check list.....Back cover
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 Description of controls

1. POWER BUTTON (ON/OFF or )

Refer to "Turning on/off the TV".
2. NUMBER BUTTONS
To select the desired channel directly.
3. APC (Auto Picture Control) BUTTON
To adjust the factory preset pictures
corresponding to the lighting around.

1 10 4. MENU BUTTON
To display on screen menus.
5. CH(or PR) UP/DOWN (D / E) BUTTONS
2 • To select the desired channel.
• To select the desired menu item when menu is
displayed on the screen.
VOLUME UP/DOWN (F / G) BUTTONS
3 11 • To increase or decrease volume level.
• To enter or adjust the selected menu when
4 12 menu is displayed on the screen.

5 ENTER (A) BUTTON

• To exit from the displayed menu.
• To memorize the adjusted menu.
6 13 • To recall the current TV mode (by remote control
only).
7 14
8 9 6. FCR (Favorite Channel Review) BUTTON
To select the favorite channel.
16 Refer to "Favorite channel memory".
15 7. AUTO PRG./[Link] (Auto program) BUTTON
To memorize channels by AUTO PROGRAM.
8. EYE/ BUTTON (some models)
To switch on or off eye picture.
Refer to "Enjoying the Eye Function".
: No function.
9. REVIEW BUTTON (some models)
To return to the previous channel.
10. MUTE BUTTON
To mute the sound. Again to restore the muted
sound.
11. TV/VIDEO BUTTON (some models)
To select TV, VIDEO or COMPONENT mode.

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SLEEP POWER TV/VIDEO 12. CAPTION BUTTON (some models)
13 11 To select the CAPTION mode.
7 APC [Link] MEMORY/ERASE CAPTION
14 Refer to "Closed caption function".
3 12 13. SLEEP BUTTON
1 2 3
To set the desired sleep time.

2 14. MEMORY/ERASE BUTTON (some models)

4 5 6 To memorize or erase the desired channel.
7 8 9 15. PICTURE BUTTON
To display picture modes one by one.
10 0 6
MUTE FCR 16. MTS BUTTON (some models)
CH To listen to the MTS sound.

VOL ENTER VOL

17. (some models)
5 No function.

CH
Note: Fitting Batteries in the Remote Control Unit
• Open the battery compartment cover on the back
9 REVIEW EYE/
side and insert the batteries with correct polarity.
MENU
4 8 • Apply two 1.5V batteries of AAA type. Don’t mix the
MTS PICTURE used batteries with new batteries
16 17
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Front Panel Information

- POWER BUTTON (or ON/OFF)
Refer to "Turning on/off the TV".
- STAND BY INDICATOR
Illuminates red when the TV is in standby mode. Refer to
"Turning on/off the TV".
- REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR
- TV/VIDEO ( A ) BUTTON
To select TV, VIDEO or COMPONENT mode.
- MENU BUTTON
To display on-screen.
- CHANNEL UP/DOWN (D / E) BUTTONS
• To select the desired channel.
• To select the desired menu item when menu
is displayed on the screen.
VOLUME UP/DOWN (F / G) BUTTONS
• To increase or decrease volume level.
• To enter or adjust the selected menu when
menu is displayed on the screen.

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 On screen menus
The dialogue between you and your set takes place button to select a menu item.
on screen with an operator menu .The buttons [Link] the G button to display the sub menu or
required for the operating steps are also displayed. the pull-down menu.
[Link] the setting of an item in the sub or pull-
Menu selection down menu with F / G or D / E. You can move
[Link] the MENU button and then use the D / E to the higher level menu with ENTER (A) or F
button to display each menu. button and to move to the lower level menu
[Link] the G button and then use the D / E press the G button.
Channel
Manual
CH.
Auto+prog. {
Channel
Channel { TV 3
Manual
Manual {{ To+set
Memory {
Favorite++ {
Fine {

Move++Next { Back} + +
Move++Next { Back}
+ +

Picture
Channel
CH.
APC
APC +++{ { Clear
Optimum CH.
XD { Auto+prog. {
Contrast { Soft
Manual { CATV++95
Brightness { User
Favorite+channel+{{
Favorite _____
Color { _____
Sharpness { _____
Tint ++++++ { _____
_____
_____
_____
Move++Next { Back}
+ +

Move++Next { Back}
+ +

Sound

CH.
DASP
DASP +
+++{ { Flat
Turbo+Snd. { Music
AVL { Movie
Balance { Sport
Treble { User
Bass {

Move++Next { Back}
+ +

Timer
CH.
Clock
Clock { { __:__+AM
__ AM
Off_timer {
On+_timer {
Auto+_off+ {

Move++Next { Back}
+ +

Special
CH.
Language {
Input {
Key+lock { On
Caption+ { Off

Move++Next+{+Back}

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 Basic TV operation
Before operating your TV, make sure the following remote control.
instructions have been completed. 1. Press the AUTO PRG./[Link] button.
• Your TV has been connected to an antenna or a 2. Press the G or AUTO PRG./[Link] button.
cable system. The AUTO PROGRAM starts now.
• Your TV has been plugged in a power outlet. If you want to stop auto programming, press the
• In this manual, the OSD (On Screen Display) ENTER (A) button.
may be different from your TV’s because it is Only the channels searched up to that time are
just an example to help you with the TV memorized.
operation. Notes: •If the programmed signal has poor
Turning on/off the TV quality, memorize again in the Auto prog.
Press the POWER (or ON/OFF) button on the set. •AUTO PROGRAM stores all receivable channels
At this time, the set switches to standby mode and regardless of receiving signal (RF, Cable).
the standby indicator lights up in red. •If channels of general wireless TV and cable TV
To switch the TV on from standby mode, press are duplicated, press the number buttons (0 ~ 9) to
the TV/VIDEO, CH D / E button on the set or change as .
POWER, TV/VIDEO, CH D /E or number button
on the remote control. Channels of general Channels of
A channel number will be displayed on the screen. wireless TV Cable TV
The on-screen display will disappear after a few Using the MENU button
seconds. 1. Press the MENU button and then use the D / E
Press the POWER button on the remote control. It button the until the menu is displayed as shown
reverts to standby mode. right.
To switch the TV off, press the POWER button on 2. Press the G and then use the D / E button to
the set. select Auto prog..
Selecting the on screen language 3. Press the G button to enter the Auto prog.
mode.
1. Press the MENU button and then use the D / E 4. The AUTO PROGRAM starts now.
button until the menu is displayed as shown
right. Memorizing the Channels by
2. Press the G and then use the D / E button to MANUAL PROGRAM
select Language.
3. Press the G and then use the D / E button to Using the MEMORY/ERASE button
select the desired language. You can conveniently perform MANUAL
From this point on, the on-screen display will be PROGRAM using the MEMORY / ERASE button
presented in the language of your choice. on the remote control.
4. Repeatedly press the MENU button to exit. 1. Press the D / E or NUMBER buttons to select
the channel number you want to memorize or
Memorizing Channels erase.
This is the function to memorize all the active 2. Press the MEMORY/ERASE button to select
channels in your area before you can use the TV. Memory or Erase.
There are two ways of memorizing channels. You The on screen display appears as shown right.
can use [Link] is called AUTO PROGRAM
and the other is called MANUAL PROGRAM.
Selecting the Channel
In AUTO PROGRAM the TV will memorize the Press the D / E button to conveniently select the
channels in ascending order. If there are upper or lower channel then the channel being
additional channels you want to add or delete, you viewed, or NUMBER buttons to directly select the
can manually add or delete those channels. desired channel.
Memorizing the Channels by Adjusting the Volume
AUTO PROGRAM Press the G button to increase the volume level or
AUTO PROGRAM searches and memorizes all F button to decrease the volume level.
the active channels in your area then you can To mute the sound, Press the MUTE button.
select the desired channel with the D / E buttons. The word Mute is displayed.
It's convenient when you get the telephone calls.
Using the AUTO PRG./[Link] button To restore the muted sound, press the MUTE
You can conveniently perform AUTO PROGRAM button again or VOL F / G button.
using the AUTO PRG./[Link] button on the
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 Various function

Setting the Clock select On or Off.

4. Repeatedly press the MENU button to exit.
Before setting the on/off timer, first you should set
the current time. Game (some models)
Setting the Off Timer You can enjoy the TV game with this set.
This is the function to automatically switch the TV Key Lock
to standby mode at a preset time.
The TV can be set so that the remote control is
Note: If the same time is set for the on time and needed to control it.
off time, only the off time operates. This feature can be used to prevent unauthorized
Setting the On Timer viewing.

This is the function to automatically turn the TV on Notes: •With the key lock on, the display Key
at a preset time and channel. Lock appears on the screen if any button on the
front panel is pressed while viewing the TV.
Notes: •If you don’t press any button within 2 hours •This programmed to remember which option it
after turning on the TV set by ON TIMER function, the was last set to even if you switch the TV from
set will be automatically switched back to standby mode.
•TV must be in standby mode for the On timer to work. standby mode.

Setting the Sleep Time Auto Demonstration (some models)

Auto demonstration allows you to review all the
You don't have to remember to switch the TV to
menus programmed in the TV set.
standby mode before you go to sleep. The sleep
timer automatically turns the TV off after the
preset time elapses. Favorite channel memory
Press the SLEEP button to select the desired Favorite channel memory is a convenient feature
sleep time. that lets you quickly scan up to five channels of
Each time you press this button, the sleep time is
your choice without having to wait for the TV to
displayed one by one as shown below. The timer
begins to count down from the number of minutes scan through all the in-between channels.
selected.
To select the favorite channel, repeatedly press
--- →10 →20→30 →60 →90 →120→180→240 the FCR (Favorite Channel Review) button. Eight
channels programmed appear on the screen one
Notes: •After a few seconds, the desired sleep by one.
time will disappear and be operated automatically.
•To view the remaining sleep time, press the
Adjusting the Fine
SLEEP button once and the remaining sleep time This function is to adjust the picture to stable
will be displayed. condition when it is poor, for example, a horizontal
•To cancel the sleep time, select the SLEEP --- stripe, twisted picture or no color in broad-casting.
mode by using the SLEEP button.
Notes: •To release the memorized fine tuning,
Auto Off program again the fine-tuned channel by AUTO
PROGRAM or MANUAL PROGRAM.
If there is no input signal, the TV is switched to •If the finely tuned channel is memorized, the color
standby mode automatically in 10 minutes. of the channel number changes to yellow.

1. Press the MENU button and then use the D / E

button the until the menu is displayed as shown
right.
2. Press the G and then use the D / E button to
select Auto off.
3. Press the G and then use the D / E button to

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 Picture control
Enjoying the Eye Function models), Clear, Optimum, Soft or User.
(some models) 3. Press the ENTER(A) button to exit.
The set will automatically adjust the picture Adjusting the Picture
according to the surrounding conditions with the This is the function to manually adjust the desired
display Magic eye.
picture levels (Contrast, Brightness, Color,
1. Press the EYE/ button on the remote control. Sharpness, Tint) of the screen as you like. If the
The display Magic eye appears and the picture you set is not satisfactory, you can select a
picture is adjusted.
2. Press the EYE/ button again to switch the factory preset picture. In the broadcasting system
Eye function off. PAL-M/N, the picture item Tint is not displayed.
Auto Picture Control XD (some models)
You can select picture modes programmed at XD is LG Electronic’s unique picture improving
factory as you prefer. technology to display a real HD source through an
Using the APC button advanced digital signal processing algorithm.
1. Press the APC button. Note: When selecting APC options, XD is
2. Press the APC button to select Magic eye (some automatically change to Off.

Sound control
Enjoying the Stereo/SAP Turbo Sound (some models)
Broadcast(some models) With this function sound will be more
This TV set can receive MTS stereo programs and emphasized and amplified than normal sound.
any SAP (Secondary Audio Program) that You can enjoy the Turbo sound so much better
accompanies the stereo program, as the system to than normal sound.
be transmitted one additional sound signal as well
as the original one. MTS function doesn't operate in X-wave (Wireless Sound) (some models)
the video mode. You can also listen to the sound through the FM receiver.
Using the MTS Button 1. Press the MENU button and then use the D / E
1. Press the MTS button to select your desired button the until the menu is displayed as shown
MTS mode. right.
Each time you press this button, the MONO, 2. Press the G and then use the D / E button to
STEREO or SAP mode appears in turn. select X-WAVE.
2. Press the ENTER (A) button to exit. 3. Press the G and then use the D / E button to
Notes: select Set Freq..
• Stereo or SAP can only be received if the TV 4. Press the G button to tune in a frequency on the
station transmits those signals, even though you X-wave menu.
have selected STEREO or SAP. 5. Use the number 0 to 9 or press the F / G button
• Mono sound is automatically received if the to match the TV’s frequency and the FM
broadcast is only in Mono; even though STEREO receiver’s.
or SAP has been selected. Note:
• Select MONO if you want to listen to mono 1. If the reception is poor or weak, select a
sound in remote fringe areas during stereo/SAP different frequency.
broadcasting. 2. For best results, there should be no more that
Auto Sound Control 5m(16.4ft) between the TV and FM Receiver.
You can enjoy the best sound without any special 3. In certain areas, the FM transmitter ability may
adjustment because this TV set automatically be weak, such as near a broadcast tower.
adjusts the sound appropriate to viewing program 4. The reception sensitivity may depend on the
character by self-intelligence. kinds of receiver (FM radio).
1. Press the MENU button and then use the D / E AVL (Auto Volume Leveler)
button to select the Sound menu. AVL automatically keeps on an equal volume level
2. Press the G and then use the D / E button to even if you change channels.
select DASP. Adjusting the treble (some models)
3. Press the G and then use the D / E button to
select Flat, Music, Movie, Sports or User. This function is to increase or decrease treble.
4. Repeatedly press the MENU button to exit. Adjusting the bass (some models)
This function is to increase or decrease bass.

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 Closed caption function (some models)
Closed captioning is a process which converts the A SNOW:
audio portion of a television program into written If your receiver is located at the weak, fringe
words, which then appear on the television screen area of a TV signal, your picture may be marred
in a form similar to subtitles. Closed captions allow by small dots. It may be necessary to install a
viewers to read the dialogue and narration of special antenna to improve the picture.
television programs.
Using Closed Captions
Captions are the subtitles of the dialogue and
narration of television programs. For prerecorded
programs, program dialogue can be arranged into
captions in advance. It's possible to caption a live
program by using a process called “real-time 2 An old, bad or illegally recorded tape is played.
captioning, which creates captions instantly. 3 Strong, random signals from a car or airplane
Real-time captioning is normally done by interfere with the TV signal.
professional reporters using a machine shorthand 4 The signal from the antenna is weak.
system and computer for translation into 5 The program wasn't captioned when it was
English. Captioning is an effective system for the produced, transmitted or taped.
hearing-impaired, and it can also aid in teaching Using the Text Function
language skills.
Caption Tips Text services give a wide variety of information on
• Not all TV broadcasts include closed caption all kind of subjects (ex. captioned program lists,
signals. weather forecasts, stock exchange topics, news
• Sometimes TV stations broadcast two different for hearing-impaired---) through the full TV screen.
caption signals on the same channel. By But not all stations offer text services, even though
selecting MODE 1 or MODE 2, you can choose they might offer captioning.
which signal you view. MODE 1 is usually the Note: In the event you receive a poor signal, an
signal with the captions, while MODE 2 might empty black box may appear and disappear, even
show demonstration or programming information. when the text mode is selected. This is normal
• Your TV might not receive caption signals function in such an event.
normally in the following situations.
1 Poor reception conditions are encountered: Operating the Caption and Text
A IGNITION:
Picture may flutter, drift, suffer from black spots Using the CAPTION button
or horizontal streaking. Usually caused by 1. Press the CAPTION button.
interference from automobile ignition systems, 2. Press the CAPTION button to select OFF ,
neon lamps, electrical drills and other electrical Mode 1, Mode 2, Text 1 or Text 2.
appliances. 3. Press the ENTER (A) button to exit.
Using the MENU button
1. Press the MENU button and then use the D / E
button to select the Special menu.
2. Press the G and then use the D / E button to
select Caption.
3. Press the G button and then use the D / E
A GHOSTS: button to select Off,
Ghosts are caused when the TV signal splits Mode 1, Mode 2, Text 1 or Text 2.
and follows two paths. One is the direct path 4. Repeatedly press the MENU button to exit.
and the other is reflected off tall buildings, hills
or other objects. Changing the direction or Note: This TV is programmed to remember which
position of the antenna may improve reception. mode it was last set to, even if you turn the TV off.

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 Antenna Connections
Connecting an Outdoor Antenna into 75 ohm antenna jack.
75 Ohm Coaxial Cable
For the best reception, we recommend you use an
outdoor antenna. 1. Connect the 75 ohm coaxial cable directly to
Severely weathered antennas and antenna cables the antenna jack.
can reduce the signal quality. Before connecting it, Connecting a CATV Cable
necessarily inspect them. Any service center can
explain the various outdoor antennas available to If you subscribe to a CATV system, change the
you. antenna connection as described below.
1. Remove the 300 to 75 ohm adapter or the
300 Ohm Flat Wire
cable from the set if attached.
1. Connect the 300 ohm flat wire to screws on the 2. Connect the CATV cable (75 ohm coaxial
300 ohm to 75 ohm adapter. cable) to the 75 ohm antenna jack.
2. Push the end of 300 ohm to 75 ohm adapter

Connection of external equipment (some models)

You can connect additional equipment, such as Note: In some stereo models, if you connect the
VCRs, camcorders etc. to your set. Here shown audio/video output jacks of the VCR to the IN 2 (A/V)
may be somewhat different from your set. These jacks on the front or side of TV, select VIDEO2.
are an example drawing of typical jack layout.
1. IN 1 JACKS: Connect external equipment 3. Press the PLAY button on the VCR.
outputs (VCR, LASER DISC, CAMCORDER) to The video playback is on the TV screen.
these inputs. Press the TV/VIDEO button to Note: In case of MONO VCR, connect the output
select VIDEO1 or VIDEO. jack of VCR to the AUDIO L/MONO IN jack of TV
2. IN 2 JACKS: Connect external equipment so that the sound can be heard from both speakers.
outputs (VCR, LASER DISC, CAMCORDER) to If you connect it to the AUDIO R IN jack of TV the
these inputs. Press the TV/VIDEO button to sound is heard only from right speaker.
select VIDEO2 or S-VIDEO.
3. OUT JACKS: Connect external equipment Monitor Out
inputs (VCR, Audio amplifier) to these outputs Note: If you connect VIDEO IN jack to the TV that is
for recording or monitoring the selected
program. displayed COMPONENT mode, the second TV or
4. §/ EARPHONE JACK (some models): In the monitor displays AV IN mode.
some models, this jack is located on the front or
side of TV.
Note: This TV is programmed to remember which
mode it was last set to, even if you turn the TV off.
Connecting AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks
1. Connect the audio/video output jacks of the VCR to
IN 1(A/V) jacks on the side or back of TV.
2. Press the TV/VIDEO button to select VIDEO1 or
VIDEO.

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Note: In some mono models, when the input jacks recording VCR to the OUT (A/V) jacks on the back.
on the front panel and back panel are connected to 2. Select the program number on the TV.
external equipments at the same time, the input 3. Set the recording VCR to record.
jacks on the front panel have priority over the
input jacks on the back panel of the TV.
Recording a program from con-
Connecting the S-VHS VCR necked other equipment
(some models) (some models)
1. Connect the S-VHS output jack of the VCR to the 1. Connect the output jacks of the playback VCR
S-VIDEO jack on the side or back of TV. to the IN 1(A/V) jacks on the side or back of TV.
2. Connect the audio/video output jacks of the VCR 2. Connect the input jacks of the recording VCR to
to the IN 2(A/V) jacks on the front or side of TV. the OUT (A/V) jacks on the back of TV.
3. Press the TV/VIDEO button to select S-VIDEO. 3. Press the TV/VIDEO button to select VIDEO1
4. Press the PLAY button on the VCR. or VIDEO.
The video playback is visible on the TV screen. If you connect it to the IN 2 (A/V) jacks on the
side of TV, you should select VIDEO2.
VCR Recording 4. Press the PLAY button on the playback VCR
(some models) and set the recording VCR to record.
1. Connect the audio/video input jacks of the

Connecting DVD player (some models)

• Connect component DVD inputs to Y, PB, PR(480i) [Link] to use
and audio IN to audio(L/R) ports. • Turn the set on and press the TV/VIDEO button
• Note: This TV is programmed to remember on the remote control or TV/VIDEO button on the
which mode it was last set to, even if you turn the front panel to select COMPONENT.
TV off. •Try this after turning on the DVD set.
[Link] to connect
TV INPUT Y PB PR

Y Cb Cr
Y B -Y R -Y
DV D OUTPUT
Y Pb Pr
Y PB PR

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 Troubleshooting check list

SYMPTOMS

No power

No picture or sound

Poor picture but good sound

Poor reception

Lines in picture

Ghosts (multiple images)

Remote control does not work.

Cannot tune desired channel.

CHECK THESE THINGS

Is power cord plugged in?

Is television turned on?

Check batteries in remote control.

Try another channel (station trouble).

Check antenna connectings.

Check for local interference.

Adjust the antenna.

Adjust the picture control.

Program channel using AUTO

PROGRAM.