Chapter 6: Using the TV’s features
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Displaying TV status information
To display TV status information :
Press on the remote control.
The following information will display (if applicable):
Current input (ANT/CABLE, VIDEO, etc.)
If ANT/CABLE is the current input, either “CABLE”
(for cable TV) or “ANT” (for over-the-air broadcasts).
Channel number (if in ANT/CABLE mode)
Channel label (if applicable)
Digital signal strength indicator (bar graph in lower
right corner of box; for ATSC signal only)
Stereo, Mono or SAP audio status (when HDMI input
mode, Dolby Digital or PCM)
Video resolution
Aspect ratio of incoming video signal (4:3 or 16:9)
V-Chip rating status
GameTimer (if set)
To close the screen (except ANT/CABLE
input):
Press again.
The following additional information will display for
ANT/CABLE input (if applicable):
Title
Duration
Detailed description
To display next program information for digital
channels, press again. Pressing a third
time will remove the entire banner.
Note:
The location of the banner can be moved
to the top or bottom of the screen by pressing p
or q while the INFO display is on-screen.
Understanding the auto power off feature
The TV will automatically turn itself off after
approximately 15 minutes if it is tuned to a vacant
channel or a station that completes its broadcast for
the day.
Note:
If you want to set this feature to off, see “No Signal
Power Down” on page 49.
If it is possible that you will be away from the TV
for an extended period of time, you should unplug
the power cord.
Understanding the last mode memory feature
If the power is cut off while you are viewing the
TV, the Last Mode Memory feature automatically
turns on the TV when the power is resupplied.
Note: If it’s possible, and you will be away
from the TV for an extended period of time you
should unplug the power cord.