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.../CLOSE PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP Operating Instructions Digital High Definition Plasma TV System No. English TQBC0941-1 POWER SAP LIGHT TV VCR DVD DBS RCVR CBL AUX TV/VIDEO A -ANTENNA - For details on installation of the speaker, refer to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com or visit us at www.panasonic.com (U.S.A.) For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300 or...
.../CLOSE PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP Operating Instructions Digital High Definition Plasma TV System No. English TQBC0941-1 POWER SAP LIGHT TV VCR DVD DBS RCVR CBL AUX TV/VIDEO A -ANTENNA - For details on installation of the speaker, refer to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com or visit us at www.panasonic.com (U.S.A.) For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300 or...
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... any adjustments, and retain them for future reference. Dear Panasonic Customer Welcome to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com or visit us at www.panasonic.com (U.S.A.) For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300 or visit us at www.panasonic.com (Puerto Rico) For assistance, please call : 1-...Macrovision. Patents Nos. 4,631,603; 4,577,216; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; 6,381,747; To obtain maximum benefit from your new Plasma TV. We hope that is intended for home and other intellectual property rights. Reverse engineering or disassembly is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, USA...
... any adjustments, and retain them for future reference. Dear Panasonic Customer Welcome to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com or visit us at www.panasonic.com (U.S.A.) For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300 or visit us at www.panasonic.com (Puerto Rico) For assistance, please call : 1-...Macrovision. Patents Nos. 4,631,603; 4,577,216; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; 6,381,747; To obtain maximum benefit from your new Plasma TV. We hope that is intended for home and other intellectual property rights. Reverse engineering or disassembly is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, USA...
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Table of Controls 20 First Time Setup 22 Watching TV programs 23 Menu Navigation 24 Picture 26 Pic Mode 26 Color / Tint / Brightness / Picture / Sharpness / Normal .. 26 Other Adjust 26 Audio...Auto Scan 37 Manual Program 37 Signal Meter 38 Language 38 Closed Caption 39 Other Adjust 41 CableCARDTM 41 Lock 42 Password 42 Lock Set 42 Channel Lock 43 Block Program 43 How Long 45 Blocking Messages 45 Photo Viewer 46 Thumbnail Mode 48 Photo Viewer... 10 Connection 11 Connection to the display 12 Cable / Antenna Connection 12 AV Connection 13 VCR Connection 13 Digital TV -
Table of Controls 20 First Time Setup 22 Watching TV programs 23 Menu Navigation 24 Picture 26 Pic Mode 26 Color / Tint / Brightness / Picture / Sharpness / Normal .. 26 Other Adjust 26 Audio...Auto Scan 37 Manual Program 37 Signal Meter 38 Language 38 Closed Caption 39 Other Adjust 41 CableCARDTM 41 Lock 42 Password 42 Lock Set 42 Channel Lock 43 Block Program 43 How Long 45 Blocking Messages 45 Photo Viewer 46 Thumbnail Mode 48 Photo Viewer... 10 Connection 11 Connection to the display 12 Cable / Antenna Connection 12 AV Connection 13 VCR Connection 13 Digital TV -
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This device complies with Part 15 of America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-888-843-9788 email: consumerproducts@panasonic.com CANADIAN NOTICE: For Models TH-42XVS30, TH-50XVS30, TU-PT700U This Class B digital apparatus complies ...that interference will not occur in a particular installation. However, there is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful...
This device complies with Part 15 of America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-888-843-9788 email: consumerproducts@panasonic.com CANADIAN NOTICE: For Models TH-42XVS30, TH-50XVS30, TU-PT700U This Class B digital apparatus complies ...that interference will not occur in a particular installation. However, there is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful...
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...of time, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. If using some other setting-up Do not place the Plasma TV on top of the Plasma TV. • If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in image, sound, etc. Do... the cabinet becomes damaged, disconnect the power cord plug immediately. • A short may occur, which could cause fire. AC Power Supply Cord The Plasma TV is suspected, have it repaired at an Authorized Service Center. Do not handle the power cord plug with wet hands. • Doing so may cause...
...of time, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. If using some other setting-up Do not place the Plasma TV on top of the Plasma TV. • If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in image, sound, etc. Do... the cabinet becomes damaged, disconnect the power cord plug immediately. • A short may occur, which could cause fire. AC Power Supply Cord The Plasma TV is suspected, have it repaired at an Authorized Service Center. Do not handle the power cord plug with wet hands. • Doing so may cause...
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... problems may result. • Avoid contact with volatile substances such as a safety precaution before moving the Plasma TV. • Moving the TV with a dry cloth. This Plasma TV radiates infrared rays, therefore it with its ventilation holes are brought too close to disconnect all cables before carrying... video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in 4:3 mode. 8 Be sure to the ventilation holes of the Plasma TV. • Top of the Plasma TV is particularly dirty, soak the cloth in a place away from direct or reflected light from the wall outlet as insect ...
... problems may result. • Avoid contact with volatile substances such as a safety precaution before moving the Plasma TV. • Moving the TV with a dry cloth. This Plasma TV radiates infrared rays, therefore it with its ventilation holes are brought too close to disconnect all cables before carrying... video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in 4:3 mode. 8 Be sure to the ventilation holes of the Plasma TV. • Top of the Plasma TV is particularly dirty, soak the cloth in a place away from direct or reflected light from the wall outlet as insect ...
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... screen. Do not mix battery types (example: "Zinc Carbon" with a new one. 3. Adequate ventilation is necessary when remote control acts sporadically or stops operating the TV set . 2. Open the cover. 2. Optional External Equipment The Video/Audio connection between components can reduce remote control transmitter range. Keep away from your dealer for...
... screen. Do not mix battery types (example: "Zinc Carbon" with a new one. 3. Adequate ventilation is necessary when remote control acts sporadically or stops operating the TV set . 2. Open the cover. 2. Optional External Equipment The Video/Audio connection between components can reduce remote control transmitter range. Keep away from your dealer for...
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Accessories Check that you have the Accessories and items shown Plasma Display unit (TH-42XVS30UP / TH-50XVS30UP) • Plasma Display TH-42XVS30 / TH-50XVS30 • Operating Instructions • Batteries for 5C-2V) × 2 • Cable cover Screw × 2 • Cable fixing bands (...RE CH MUT CALL VOL OK VOL MENU CH EXIT 1 4 7 PIP MIN REW 2 5 8 0 PLAY 3 6 9 PROG PIP MAX FF PAUSE STOP REC FREEZE SPLIT CH SEARCH TV/VCR DVD/VCR CH OPEN/CLOSE PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP • AC cord • F-Type antenna adapter (for the remote control (AA Battery × 2) •...
Accessories Check that you have the Accessories and items shown Plasma Display unit (TH-42XVS30UP / TH-50XVS30UP) • Plasma Display TH-42XVS30 / TH-50XVS30 • Operating Instructions • Batteries for 5C-2V) × 2 • Cable cover Screw × 2 • Cable fixing bands (...RE CH MUT CALL VOL OK VOL MENU CH EXIT 1 4 7 PIP MIN REW 2 5 8 0 PLAY 3 6 9 PROG PIP MAX FF PAUSE STOP REC FREEZE SPLIT CH SEARCH TV/VCR DVD/VCR CH OPEN/CLOSE PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP • AC cord • F-Type antenna adapter (for the remote control (AA Battery × 2) •...
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... 2 PROG OUT 1 INPUT L AUDIO R A ANTENNA B CABLE IN 75 Ohm coaxial cable Home antenna VHF UHF or Mixer Incoming Cable signal Both cable TV and home antenna connection A ANTENNA B SERVICE ONLY DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Cable In CableCARDTM CARD TOP (Turn Card upside down and gently insert it .) AUDIO L... 1 INPUT L AUDIO R DEDICATED DISPLAY OUT Notes: • Install the Digital Media Receiver at least 15.7 inch (40 cm) away from the Plasma Display to avoid interference. • Be sure the power to the Plasma Display and digital media receiver is OFF before reconnecting the cable.
... 2 PROG OUT 1 INPUT L AUDIO R A ANTENNA B CABLE IN 75 Ohm coaxial cable Home antenna VHF UHF or Mixer Incoming Cable signal Both cable TV and home antenna connection A ANTENNA B SERVICE ONLY DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Cable In CableCARDTM CARD TOP (Turn Card upside down and gently insert it .) AUDIO L... 1 INPUT L AUDIO R DEDICATED DISPLAY OUT Notes: • Install the Digital Media Receiver at least 15.7 inch (40 cm) away from the Plasma Display to avoid interference. • Be sure the power to the Plasma Display and digital media receiver is OFF before reconnecting the cable.
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... may not be available in your area. • Use a Panasonic DTV-STB (Digital TV-Set-Top Box) or DVD Player. Set-Top Box (DTV-STB) or DVD Connection This...connected to the HDMI terminal (see the thin black horizontal lines (venetian blind effect) associated with interlaced TV pictures. • To view DTV programs, connect the STB to a DTV Tuner Set-Top-Box (...STB) or using the internal DTV Tuner. Connection Digital TV - VCR DVD recorder MONITOR INPUT VIDEO L AUDIO R AV cable RROG OUT DIGITAL AUDIO OUT 2Y 1Y AUDIO AUDIO ...
... may not be available in your area. • Use a Panasonic DTV-STB (Digital TV-Set-Top Box) or DVD Player. Set-Top Box (DTV-STB) or DVD Connection This...connected to the HDMI terminal (see the thin black horizontal lines (venetian blind effect) associated with interlaced TV pictures. • To view DTV programs, connect the STB to a DTV Tuner Set-Top-Box (...STB) or using the internal DTV Tuner. Connection Digital TV - VCR DVD recorder MONITOR INPUT VIDEO L AUDIO R AV cable RROG OUT DIGITAL AUDIO OUT 2Y 1Y AUDIO AUDIO ...
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...When NTSC channel is selected, the output from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack will be connected to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal on the TV. ∗ Dolby Digital 5.1 channel surround sound delivers digital-quality sound. Front AV Connection Push to open the front panel and connect ...equipment to the desired level. DIGITAL MEDIA RECEIVER TU-PT700U SD CARD PC CARD MENU OK TV/VIDEO VOLUME CHANNEL INPUT 3 INPUT 3 PC S VIDEO VIDEO L-AUDIO-R PC S VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO L-AUDIO-R AV cable S Video cable OUTPUT R AUDIO L VIDEO SVIDEO...
...When NTSC channel is selected, the output from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack will be connected to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal on the TV. ∗ Dolby Digital 5.1 channel surround sound delivers digital-quality sound. Front AV Connection Push to open the front panel and connect ...equipment to the desired level. DIGITAL MEDIA RECEIVER TU-PT700U SD CARD PC CARD MENU OK TV/VIDEO VOLUME CHANNEL INPUT 3 INPUT 3 PC S VIDEO VIDEO L-AUDIO-R PC S VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO L-AUDIO-R AV cable S Video cable OUTPUT R AUDIO L VIDEO SVIDEO...
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...Output setting to the Digital Set -Top -Box instruction manual. For detailed information, refer to 1080i, 480i or 480p. In this TV in HDMI In (see page 29). of AUDIO signal through HDMI (L.PCM) : 48kHz / 44.1kHz / 32 kHz Notes: ...HDMI terminal. • Connect the audio cables to the COMPONENT VIDEO, S VIDEO or VIDEO input terminal on the TV so you can enjoy an analog signal. • The DIGITAL IN terminal can connect an EIA/CEA-861/861B... compliance covers profiles for USA] HDMI-DVI conversion cable (TY-SCHO3DH): available on Panasonic Website (www.panasonic.com). 16
...Output setting to the Digital Set -Top -Box instruction manual. For detailed information, refer to 1080i, 480i or 480p. In this TV in HDMI In (see page 29). of AUDIO signal through HDMI (L.PCM) : 48kHz / 44.1kHz / 32 kHz Notes: ...HDMI terminal. • Connect the audio cables to the COMPONENT VIDEO, S VIDEO or VIDEO input terminal on the TV so you can enjoy an analog signal. • The DIGITAL IN terminal can connect an EIA/CEA-861/861B... compliance covers profiles for USA] HDMI-DVI conversion cable (TY-SCHO3DH): available on Panasonic Website (www.panasonic.com). 16
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...No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name 1 R 6 GND (Ground) 11 NC (not connected) 2 G 7 GND (Ground) 12 NC 3 B 8 GND (Ground) 13 HD/SYNC 4 NC (not connected) 9 NC (not connected) 14 VD 5 GND (Ground) 10 GND (Ground) 15 NC 17 PC Connection COMPUTER Connection DIGITAL MEDIA RECEIVER TU...-PT700U SD CARD PC CARD MENU OK TV/VIDEO VOLUME CHANNEL INPUT 3 PC S VIDEO VIDEO L-AUDIO-R INPUT 3 PC S VIDEO VIDEO L-AUDIO-R Stereo plug D-sub 15p Audio Connect a cable...
...No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name 1 R 6 GND (Ground) 11 NC (not connected) 2 G 7 GND (Ground) 12 NC 3 B 8 GND (Ground) 13 HD/SYNC 4 NC (not connected) 9 NC (not connected) 14 VD 5 GND (Ground) 10 GND (Ground) 15 NC 17 PC Connection COMPUTER Connection DIGITAL MEDIA RECEIVER TU...-PT700U SD CARD PC CARD MENU OK TV/VIDEO VOLUME CHANNEL INPUT 3 PC S VIDEO VIDEO L-AUDIO-R INPUT 3 PC S VIDEO VIDEO L-AUDIO-R Stereo plug D-sub 15p Audio Connect a cable...
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Insert the CableCARDTM (as its front side facing down) into CableCARDTM slot. If this condition still exists, please call Panasonic Customer Call Center for further instructions. • Do not insert a PCMCIA card into CableCARDTM slot on the back of the ... removal and fitting Back of CableCARDTM. Connection CableCARDTM Connection CableCARDTM allows you experience keyboard or remote control function hang-up when using CableCARDTM, unplug the TV and plug it .) AUDIO L L 2Y AUDIO L PB 1Y AUDIO L PB DEDICATED DISPLAY OUT R R R PR R PR AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT S ...
Insert the CableCARDTM (as its front side facing down) into CableCARDTM slot. If this condition still exists, please call Panasonic Customer Call Center for further instructions. • Do not insert a PCMCIA card into CableCARDTM slot on the back of the ... removal and fitting Back of CableCARDTM. Connection CableCARDTM Connection CableCARDTM allows you experience keyboard or remote control function hang-up when using CableCARDTM, unplug the TV and plug it .) AUDIO L L 2Y AUDIO L PB 1Y AUDIO L PB DEDICATED DISPLAY OUT R R R PR R PR AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT S ...
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...A -ANTENNA - Power Indicator: Blue Occasionally on-screen-menus appear while connection cable is on the Digital Media Receiver unit, when the Plasma TV is not inserted, but these onscreen-menus are not effective. If the cable is not accessible to turn off . Power Indicator: Red... on . Remote control is removed inadvertently, turn off the display and digital media receiver before reconnecting the cable. • Please turn the Plasma TV on the remote control to those menus. Power switch Remote Control Sensor Power Indicator C.A.T.S. Power ON / OFF Connecting the AC cord plug to...
...A -ANTENNA - Power Indicator: Blue Occasionally on-screen-menus appear while connection cable is on the Digital Media Receiver unit, when the Plasma TV is not inserted, but these onscreen-menus are not effective. If the cable is not accessible to turn off . Power Indicator: Red... on . Remote control is removed inadvertently, turn off the display and digital media receiver before reconnecting the cable. • Please turn the Plasma TV on the remote control to those menus. Power switch Remote Control Sensor Power Indicator C.A.T.S. Power ON / OFF Connecting the AC cord plug to...
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... slot PC CARD slot POWER button MENU Display Main Menu or return one step backward in menus (see page 52, 54). 20 POWER Turn the TV ON or OFF. R-TUNE Switch to previously viewed channel and input modes. Operation of other Device (see pages 63, 64) PIP MIN REW PLAY PIP... BBE E RE CH VOL OK VOL MENU CH EXIT 1 4 7 R-TUNE PIP MIN REW 2 5 8 0 PLAY 3 6 9 PROG PIP MAX FF PAUSE STOP REC FREEZE SPLIT CH SEARCH TV/VCR DVD/VCR CH OPEN/CLOSE PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP PIP : PIP (Picture in Picture) Operation (see page 52-53) SPLIT : Split Screen (see page...
... slot PC CARD slot POWER button MENU Display Main Menu or return one step backward in menus (see page 52, 54). 20 POWER Turn the TV ON or OFF. R-TUNE Switch to previously viewed channel and input modes. Operation of other Device (see pages 63, 64) PIP MIN REW PLAY PIP... BBE E RE CH VOL OK VOL MENU CH EXIT 1 4 7 R-TUNE PIP MIN REW 2 5 8 0 PLAY 3 6 9 PROG PIP MAX FF PAUSE STOP REC FREEZE SPLIT CH SEARCH TV/VCR DVD/VCR CH OPEN/CLOSE PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP PIP : PIP (Picture in Picture) Operation (see page 52-53) SPLIT : Split Screen (see page...
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...21 Antenna designation, Channel and program # and Station identifier Rating PIP/SPLIT CH number or Program Aspect Picture mode setting Input information Clock A: 15-1 TV-G KPBS - e.g. Press again to (A or B) RF antenna input. Direct program number selection buttons PROG -: When tuning digital channel, press the button... : Move cursor upward during menu mode. A -ANTENNA - Audio Track 1 of Controls LIGHT Light the remote control buttons. HD CC SAP 1080i Add FAV Closed Caption SAP indication Press OK button to the right during CH menu mode. VOL OK VOL MENU...
...21 Antenna designation, Channel and program # and Station identifier Rating PIP/SPLIT CH number or Program Aspect Picture mode setting Input information Clock A: 15-1 TV-G KPBS - e.g. Press again to (A or B) RF antenna input. Direct program number selection buttons PROG -: When tuning digital channel, press the button... : Move cursor upward during menu mode. A -ANTENNA - Audio Track 1 of Controls LIGHT Light the remote control buttons. HD CC SAP 1080i Add FAV Closed Caption SAP indication Press OK button to the right during CH menu mode. VOL OK VOL MENU...
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...a signal will be programmed into memory. You can also make the settings in Setup menu (see pages 36-38). After Auto Scan is completed, the TV tunes to start Auto Scan. First Time Setup Input Setup Auto Scan Language Scan All Antenna (A) Analog Antenna (A) Analog & Digital Antenna (B) Analog Antenna ... Press to select Language. Notes: • If the EXIT button is pressed at anytime during Auto Scan, Auto Scan will be cancelled and the TV will return to the First Time Setup menu. • If a CableCARDTM is present during Auto Scan. First Time Setup POWER For your convenience,...
...a signal will be programmed into memory. You can also make the settings in Setup menu (see pages 36-38). After Auto Scan is completed, the TV tunes to start Auto Scan. First Time Setup Input Setup Auto Scan Language Scan All Antenna (A) Analog Antenna (A) Analog & Digital Antenna (B) Analog Antenna ... Press to select Language. Notes: • If the EXIT button is pressed at anytime during Auto Scan, Auto Scan will be cancelled and the TV will return to the First Time Setup menu. • If a CableCARDTM is present during Auto Scan. First Time Setup POWER For your convenience,...
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... first insert the CableCARDTM (with its front side facing down) into CableCARDTM slot on . 3 A -ANTENNA - B Press ANTENNA (A) or (B) button for desired TV signals. (see pages 12, 13, 14) 4 CH VOL OK VOL CH Press to select desired channel. • You can also use the direct program number ...selection buttons and PROG-button (see page 18) Note: If you enjoy terrestrial TV programs only, you don't need to insert the CableCARDTM. 1 TV POWER 2 Press to turn the TV on the back CableCARDTM of the Receiver. (see page 21). 5 CH VOL OK VOL CH Select the ...
... first insert the CableCARDTM (with its front side facing down) into CableCARDTM slot on . 3 A -ANTENNA - B Press ANTENNA (A) or (B) button for desired TV signals. (see pages 12, 13, 14) 4 CH VOL OK VOL CH Press to select desired channel. • You can also use the direct program number ...selection buttons and PROG-button (see page 18) Note: If you enjoy terrestrial TV programs only, you don't need to insert the CableCARDTM. 1 TV POWER 2 Press to turn the TV on the back CableCARDTM of the Receiver. (see page 21). 5 CH VOL OK VOL CH Select the ...
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... DVD DBS RCVR CBL AUX TV/VIDEO A -ANTENNA - Press to enter the sub-menu field. 3 [Picture / Audio / Timer] Press to display the Main menu. Vivid 31 31 26 63 50 No Cool On Off Off HD Split Menu Navigation 1 MENU Press...1 4 7 R-TUNE PIP MIN REW 2 5 8 0 PLAY 3 6 9 PROG PIP MAX FF PAUSE STOP REC FREEZE SPLIT CH SEARCH TV/VCR DVD/VCR CH OPEN/CLOSE PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP 24 Picture (see page 26) Audio (see page 28) Channel (see page 30) ...2 CH VOL OK VOL CH Timer (see page 33) Setup (see page 36) Lock (see page 42) About The About screen displays assorted information about the...
... DVD DBS RCVR CBL AUX TV/VIDEO A -ANTENNA - Press to enter the sub-menu field. 3 [Picture / Audio / Timer] Press to display the Main menu. Vivid 31 31 26 63 50 No Cool On Off Off HD Split Menu Navigation 1 MENU Press...1 4 7 R-TUNE PIP MIN REW 2 5 8 0 PLAY 3 6 9 PROG PIP MAX FF PAUSE STOP REC FREEZE SPLIT CH SEARCH TV/VCR DVD/VCR CH OPEN/CLOSE PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP 24 Picture (see page 26) Audio (see page 28) Channel (see page 30) ...2 CH VOL OK VOL CH Timer (see page 33) Setup (see page 36) Lock (see page 42) About The About screen displays assorted information about the...