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Chapter 1: Your New TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.1
Chapter 2: Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1
Chapter 3: Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1
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Chapter 4: Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.1
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A.1
List of Features
Chapter One
Familiarizing Yourself with The TV
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TXM3297HF / TXM3097WHF TXM2797HF / TXM2796HF TXM3296HF
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TXM3298HF / TXM3098WHF TXM2798HF
Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas
Chapter Two
Connecting Cable TV
To connect to a cable TV system, follow the instructions below.
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Connecting a VCR
Make sure the jacks you are using are underneath the number 1.
Connecting an S-VHS VCR
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Note: For an explanation of Component video, see your DVD player's owner's manual.
Connecting a DVD Player (480i/480p)
The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD player to your TV.
Connecting a Second VCR to Record from the TV
(The VCR input jacks might be either on the front or on back of the VCR.)
Connecting a Digital TV Set-Top Box (480p/1080i)
Note: For an explanation of Set top box, see your Set top box owner's manual.
Connecting a Camcorder
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control
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Chapter Three
Turning the TV On and Off
You can also use the POWER button on the front panel.
Plug & Play Feature
Note: Plug & Play feature doesnt work when the V-chip is on or when in the A/V mode.
The display identifies the current channel and the status of certain audio-video settings.
Viewing the Menus and On-Screen Displays
Selecting a Menu Language
Memorizing the Channels
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3 .7
Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method)
Changing Channels
Use the number buttons to quickly tune to any channel.
Adjusting the Volume
At any time, you can temporarily cut off the sound using the Mute button.
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Labeling the Channels
Note: You cannot select Labeling in the A/V mode.
Setting the Clock
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Option 2: Using the Local PBS Channel to Automatically Set the TV Clock
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3.13 CHAPTERTHREE: TV OPERATION
Customizing the Picture
After adjusting an item, the gauge will automatically disappear (after about 5 seconds).
Using Automatic Picture Settings
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Customizing the Sound
Using Automatic Sound Settings
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Viewing an External Signal Source
You must select the appropriate mode in order to view the external signal on the TV.
Chapter Four
Customizing Your Remote Control
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Fine Tuning Channels
Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optional reception.
4 .5
LNA (Low Noise Amplifier)
Pressing VOL - or VOL + will alternate between On and Off.
Tilt
Digital Noise Reduction
Changing the Screen Size
4 .9
Changing the Color Tone
Freezing the Picture
Using the R.Surf Feature
Setting the On/Off Timer
Setting the Sleep Timer
The sleep timer automatically shuts off the TV after a preset time (from 10 to 180 minutes).
Sound Features
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Note: Note: Turbo sound and BBE are exclusive relation.
Viewing Closed Captions
Viewing Picture-in-Picture
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Using the V-Chip
Setting Up Your Personal ID Number (PIN)
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How to Set up Restrictions Using the TV guidelines
How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip
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4 .25
How to Set up Restrictions using the MPAA Ratings:G, PG, PG- 13, R, NC-17, X
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Viewing the Demonstration
Identifying Problems
Chapter Five
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Cleaning and Maintaining Your TV
Using Your TV in Another Country
Specifications
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