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...AC Power Supply Cord 3 Cable / Antenna Connection 3 Feature Comparison Chart 4 Auto Set Up Menu 5 Optional Equipment Connections 6 VCR 6 Amplifier (TO AUDIO AMP 6 Front Control Panel 7 Remote Control Operation 8 Battery Installation 9 Remote Control Operation (CT-G2972 CT-G2972L, CT-G3352 and CT-G3352X only 9 Battery Installation 9 Mode Operational Key Chart 10 Programming the Remote 12 Programming Without a Code 12 Component Codes 13 Icon Menu Navigation 15 Main Menu Icons 16 Icon Menus 16 Icon Menus Operation 17 Set Up 17 Picture 18 Timer 19 Audio 20 Channels 21 Lock...
...AC Power Supply Cord 3 Cable / Antenna Connection 3 Feature Comparison Chart 4 Auto Set Up Menu 5 Optional Equipment Connections 6 VCR 6 Amplifier (TO AUDIO AMP 6 Front Control Panel 7 Remote Control Operation 8 Battery Installation 9 Remote Control Operation (CT-G2972 CT-G2972L, CT-G3352 and CT-G3352X only 9 Battery Installation 9 Mode Operational Key Chart 10 Programming the Remote 12 Programming Without a Code 12 Component Codes 13 Icon Menu Navigation 15 Main Menu Icons 16 Icon Menus 16 Icon Menus Operation 17 Set Up 17 Picture 18 Timer 19 Audio 20 Channels 21 Lock...
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... the television. r Do not use a soft cloth dampened with a soft clean cloth. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations Your new TV Monitor/Receiver features a solid state chassis that is available at the factory for U.S. Specifications Power Source CT-2017 (1.4A) CT-25G7 (1.8A) CT-25G7U (1.8A) Channel Capability - 181 Video Input Jack Audio Input Jacks 120V AC, 60Hz VHF-12; Note: Do not spray any type of cleaning fluid directly...
... the television. r Do not use a soft cloth dampened with a soft clean cloth. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations Your new TV Monitor/Receiver features a solid state chassis that is available at the factory for U.S. Specifications Power Source CT-2017 (1.4A) CT-25G7 (1.8A) CT-25G7U (1.8A) Channel Capability - 181 Video Input Jack Audio Input Jacks 120V AC, 60Hz VHF-12; Note: Do not spray any type of cleaning fluid directly...
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.... AC Power Supply Cord CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT OF AC OUTLET AND FULLY INSERT. Antenna Connection • For proper reception of VHF/UHF channels, an external antenna is used between components. When a cart is required. Optional Cable Connections Shielded audio and video cables should be required for compatibility requirements. For best reception, an outdoor antenna is required. Antenna users must change to children...
.... AC Power Supply Cord CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT OF AC OUTLET AND FULLY INSERT. Antenna Connection • For proper reception of VHF/UHF channels, an external antenna is used between components. When a cart is required. Optional Cable Connections Shielded audio and video cables should be required for compatibility requirements. For best reception, an outdoor antenna is required. Antenna users must change to children...
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... be limited by Warranty. FEATURE COMPARISON CHART Feature Comparison Chart MODELS CT-2017 CT-25G7 SPECIAL FEATURES Features MENU LANGUAGE ENG/SPAN/FR CLOSED CAPTIONING V-CHIP CAPABILITY 75 OHM INPUT VIDEO NORM FM RADIO STEREO AI SOUND NUMBER OF SPEAKERS A/V IN (REAR/FRONT) HEADPHONE JACK rr rr rr rr rr r rr rr 22 11 (1/1) (1/1) rr AUDIO JACKS A/V IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE USE OF VIDEO GAMES, COMPUTERS, OR OTHER FIXED IMAGE DISPLAYS.
... be limited by Warranty. FEATURE COMPARISON CHART Feature Comparison Chart MODELS CT-2017 CT-25G7 SPECIAL FEATURES Features MENU LANGUAGE ENG/SPAN/FR CLOSED CAPTIONING V-CHIP CAPABILITY 75 OHM INPUT VIDEO NORM FM RADIO STEREO AI SOUND NUMBER OF SPEAKERS A/V IN (REAR/FRONT) HEADPHONE JACK rr rr rr rr rr r rr rr 22 11 (1/1) (1/1) rr AUDIO JACKS A/V IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE USE OF VIDEO GAMES, COMPUTERS, OR OTHER FIXED IMAGE DISPLAYS.
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... K ENGLISH MODE K CABLE AUTO PROGRAM K PRESS ACTION TO EXIT Press VOL to select English, Spanish or French. FIRST PLEASE CONNECT THE ANTENNA AUTO SET UP IDIOMA/LANGUE K ENGLISH MODE K CABLE AUTO PROGRAM K PRESS ACTION TO EXIT Press VOL to ENGLISH, SPANISH or FRENCH. To select TV (antenna) or CABLE mode depending on for setting up menu will be displayed on screen when the set is turned on the signal source. To automatically program all channels with a signal. To change menu language to select TV or CABLE. Auto Set Up Menu AUTO SET...
... K ENGLISH MODE K CABLE AUTO PROGRAM K PRESS ACTION TO EXIT Press VOL to select English, Spanish or French. FIRST PLEASE CONNECT THE ANTENNA AUTO SET UP IDIOMA/LANGUE K ENGLISH MODE K CABLE AUTO PROGRAM K PRESS ACTION TO EXIT Press VOL to ENGLISH, SPANISH or FRENCH. To select TV (antenna) or CABLE mode depending on for setting up menu will be displayed on screen when the set is turned on the signal source. To automatically program all channels with a signal. To change menu language to select TV or CABLE. Auto Set Up Menu AUTO SET...
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... TO AUDIO AMP AUDIO VIDEO RL S-VIDEO 2 INPUT 1 CABLES NOT SUPPLIED VCR VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT L AUDIO OUT R OUTPUT ANT INPUT Incoming Cable Amplifier Connection (TO AUDIO AMP) To listen through a separate stereo system, connect an external audio amplifier TO AUDIO AMP inputs on model. Note: VCRs, video disc players, video game equipment, and DSS equipment can also be operated at the same time. 1. Note: Select SPEAKERS OFF & FIXED AUDIO OUT to the antenna input connection. (See your equipment manual). Select SPEAKERS ON located in equipment manual. Adjust television volume to...
... TO AUDIO AMP AUDIO VIDEO RL S-VIDEO 2 INPUT 1 CABLES NOT SUPPLIED VCR VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT L AUDIO OUT R OUTPUT ANT INPUT Incoming Cable Amplifier Connection (TO AUDIO AMP) To listen through a separate stereo system, connect an external audio amplifier TO AUDIO AMP inputs on model. Note: VCRs, video disc players, video game equipment, and DSS equipment can also be operated at the same time. 1. Note: Select SPEAKERS OFF & FIXED AUDIO OUT to the antenna input connection. (See your equipment manual). Select SPEAKERS ON located in equipment manual. Adjust television volume to...
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... select any channel. REW TV/VCR PLAY u STOP FF PAUSE REC VCR/DBS CH Component function buttons Battery Installation Use two AA batteries: Remove battery cover by pressing R-TUNE and RECALL buttons, simultaneously. 9 l Replace the battery cover. Remote Control Operation (For models CT-G2972, CT-G2972L, CT-G3352 and CT-G3352X only.) POWER POWER Press to turn the light off and on by pushing in and up near arrow. Press to display...
... select any channel. REW TV/VCR PLAY u STOP FF PAUSE REC VCR/DBS CH Component function buttons Battery Installation Use two AA batteries: Remove battery cover by pressing R-TUNE and RECALL buttons, simultaneously. 9 l Replace the battery cover. Remote Control Operation (For models CT-G2972, CT-G2972L, CT-G3352 and CT-G3352X only.) POWER POWER Press to turn the light off and on by pushing in and up near arrow. Press to display...
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... DISPLAY DIGIT 1 DIGIT 2 DIGIT 3 DIGIT 4 DIGIT 5 DIGIT 6 DIGIT 7 DIGIT 8 DIGIT 9 DIGIT 0 PREVIOUS CHAN OR VIDEO MODE VCR REWIND VCR PLAY VCR FAST FORWARD VCR PAUSE VCR STOP VCR RECORD TV/VCR SWITCH CABLE MODE POWER CBL MUTE TV INPUT SWITCH CABLE CHANNEL UP CABLE CHANNEL DOWN TV VOL + TV VOL - VCR CHANNEL DOWN - DBS CHANNEL DOWN VCR/DBS CHAN VCR CHANNEL UP - REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION Mode Operational Key Chart This chart defines the keys that are operational in the selected component modes (TV, VCR, DBS, CABLE or DVD) after programming (if needed). INFO DBS EXIT DBS GUIDE...
... DISPLAY DIGIT 1 DIGIT 2 DIGIT 3 DIGIT 4 DIGIT 5 DIGIT 6 DIGIT 7 DIGIT 8 DIGIT 9 DIGIT 0 PREVIOUS CHAN OR VIDEO MODE VCR REWIND VCR PLAY VCR FAST FORWARD VCR PAUSE VCR STOP VCR RECORD TV/VCR SWITCH CABLE MODE POWER CBL MUTE TV INPUT SWITCH CABLE CHANNEL UP CABLE CHANNEL DOWN TV VOL + TV VOL - VCR CHANNEL DOWN - DBS CHANNEL DOWN VCR/DBS CHAN VCR CHANNEL UP - REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION Mode Operational Key Chart This chart defines the keys that are operational in the selected component modes (TV, VCR, DBS, CABLE or DVD) after programming (if needed). INFO DBS EXIT DBS GUIDE...
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... SOUND *SURROUND r SURROUND *SPEAKERS r ON r OFF & VARIABLE AUDIO OUT r OFF & FIXED AUDIO OUT REFER TO PAGE 20 20 20 20 rCLOCK SET TIME rSLEEP HOW LONG? TIMER r DAY r ON TIME r OFF TIME r ENTER CHANNEL rCAPTION MANUAL CAPTION REFER TO PAGE 19 19 19 REFER TO PAGE 21 rVIDEO ADJ COLOR, TINT, BRIGHTNESS, SHARPNESS OR NORMAL PICTURE, REFER TO PAGE 18 MODE rrr LOCK SET - (OFF or GAME) BLOCK PROGRAM HOW LONG? MAIN MENU ICONS Main Menu...
... SOUND *SURROUND r SURROUND *SPEAKERS r ON r OFF & VARIABLE AUDIO OUT r OFF & FIXED AUDIO OUT REFER TO PAGE 20 20 20 20 rCLOCK SET TIME rSLEEP HOW LONG? TIMER r DAY r ON TIME r OFF TIME r ENTER CHANNEL rCAPTION MANUAL CAPTION REFER TO PAGE 19 19 19 REFER TO PAGE 21 rVIDEO ADJ COLOR, TINT, BRIGHTNESS, SHARPNESS OR NORMAL PICTURE, REFER TO PAGE 18 MODE rrr LOCK SET - (OFF or GAME) BLOCK PROGRAM HOW LONG? MAIN MENU ICONS Main Menu...
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... to enter channel numbers. 17 l SETUP IDIOMA/ LANGUE PROG CHAN CC OTHER ADJ. To manually add or delete channels. To select TV (antenna) or CABLE mode depending on the signal source. r MANUAL PROGRAM - SETUP IDIOMA/ LANGUE PROG CHAN CC OTHER ADJ. F G TO MOVE CURSOR J K TO SELECT CHANNEL Note: Use Remote numeric keypad to select English, Spanish or French. MODE AUTO PROGRAM K CABLE K K MANUAL PROGRAM Press VOL to display next menu. MODE AUTO PROGRAM K CABLE K K MANUAL PROGRAM Press VOL to select TV or CABLE. Icon Menu Operation ICON MENU OPERATION SET UP Note...
... to enter channel numbers. 17 l SETUP IDIOMA/ LANGUE PROG CHAN CC OTHER ADJ. To manually add or delete channels. To select TV (antenna) or CABLE mode depending on the signal source. r MANUAL PROGRAM - SETUP IDIOMA/ LANGUE PROG CHAN CC OTHER ADJ. F G TO MOVE CURSOR J K TO SELECT CHANNEL Note: Use Remote numeric keypad to select English, Spanish or French. MODE AUTO PROGRAM K CABLE K K MANUAL PROGRAM Press VOL to display next menu. MODE AUTO PROGRAM K CABLE K K MANUAL PROGRAM Press VOL to select TV or CABLE. Icon Menu Operation ICON MENU OPERATION SET UP Note...
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...viewed must include Closed Captioning for Icon Menu Navigation procedures. Other Adjustments In SETUP Menu under VIDEO ADJ. Adjusts desired color intensity. r PICTURE - r SHARPNESS - PICTURE VIDEO ADJ COLOR -- -- -- PICTURE I -- -- -- NORMAL NO K CH r Press to select OFF or SET. For video related information to 4 lines onscreen at the same time as the Cable box or other components or select OFF. r C2 - AUTO POWER ON OFF Press VOL to select desired picture adjustment. In Picture menu under OTHER ADJ. ICON MENU OPERATION CC (Closed Captioning) This television...
...viewed must include Closed Captioning for Icon Menu Navigation procedures. Other Adjustments In SETUP Menu under VIDEO ADJ. Adjusts desired color intensity. r PICTURE - r SHARPNESS - PICTURE VIDEO ADJ COLOR -- -- -- PICTURE I -- -- -- NORMAL NO K CH r Press to select OFF or SET. For video related information to 4 lines onscreen at the same time as the Cable box or other components or select OFF. r C2 - AUTO POWER ON OFF Press VOL to select desired picture adjustment. In Picture menu under OTHER ADJ. ICON MENU OPERATION CC (Closed Captioning) This television...
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... Audio Program) or MONO. (Use MONO when stereo signal is weak). Reset BASS, TREBLE and BALANCE adjustments to factory default settings. (some models) r BALANCE - AUDIO AUDIO ADJ. OTHER ADJ. OTHER ADJ. r OFF & Fixed Audio Out - audio adjustable by television. r MODE - SURROUND SPEAKERS MODE STEREO SAP MONO BASS TREBLE BALANCE NORMAL NO K Press VOL to select: r ON - Increase or decrease the treble response. (some models) AUDIO AUDIO ADJ. TV speakers off - audio adjustable by the external amplifier only. 20 l TV speakers operate normally. AUDIO AUDIO...
... Audio Program) or MONO. (Use MONO when stereo signal is weak). Reset BASS, TREBLE and BALANCE adjustments to factory default settings. (some models) r BALANCE - AUDIO AUDIO ADJ. OTHER ADJ. OTHER ADJ. r OFF & Fixed Audio Out - audio adjustable by television. r MODE - SURROUND SPEAKERS MODE STEREO SAP MONO BASS TREBLE BALANCE NORMAL NO K Press VOL to select: r ON - Increase or decrease the treble response. (some models) AUDIO AUDIO ADJ. TV speakers off - audio adjustable by the external amplifier only. 20 l TV speakers operate normally. AUDIO AUDIO...
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...15 for Icon Menu Navigation procedures. Mode Lock Set Select LOCK SET to display next menu. Lock CH 3, 4 and Video inputs. CHANNELS CAPTION K MANUAL CAPTION Press VOL to prevent video games and VCR tapes from the one used in 12, 24, or 48 hours, depending on the current setup. Turns Lock function off. CHANNELS Caption r Manual Caption - r OFF - r Use the remote numeric keypad to enter a four-digit secret code (Use a code that is selected, and you change your code from being viewed. LOCK SET OFF BLOCK PROGRAMS: U.S. r GAME - To enter numbers and captions manually.
...15 for Icon Menu Navigation procedures. Mode Lock Set Select LOCK SET to display next menu. Lock CH 3, 4 and Video inputs. CHANNELS CAPTION K MANUAL CAPTION Press VOL to prevent video games and VCR tapes from the one used in 12, 24, or 48 hours, depending on the current setup. Turns Lock function off. CHANNELS Caption r Manual Caption - r OFF - r Use the remote numeric keypad to enter a four-digit secret code (Use a code that is selected, and you change your code from being viewed. LOCK SET OFF BLOCK PROGRAMS: U.S. r GAME - To enter numbers and captions manually.
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... must reset all settings are disabled until the TV is turned off . Enter your four-digit secret code to select both general ratings and content such as TV-Y, TV-PG, etc. LOCK U.S. SETTING: TV-Y TV-Y7 FV TV-G TV-PG V S L D TV-14 V S L D TV-MA V S L OFF K YES K K BASIC r Press VOL to continue viewing the program. V-CHIP MENU OPERATION V-CHIP Menu Operation Note: Refer to use U.S. YES or NO. See Customer Caution below. TV PROGRAMS This TV model features the...
... must reset all settings are disabled until the TV is turned off . Enter your four-digit secret code to select both general ratings and content such as TV-Y, TV-PG, etc. LOCK U.S. SETTING: TV-Y TV-Y7 FV TV-G TV-PG V S L D TV-14 V S L D TV-MA V S L OFF K YES K K BASIC r Press VOL to continue viewing the program. V-CHIP MENU OPERATION V-CHIP Menu Operation Note: Refer to use U.S. YES or NO. See Customer Caution below. TV PROGRAMS This TV model features the...
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... CONTENT U.S. LOCK SET OFF BLOCK PROGRAMS: U.S. TV MOVIES STATUS OFF ENTER CODE FIRST * * * * CH r Press to older children. TV PROGRAMS VIEW NR PROGRAMS? TV PROGRAMS RATINGS CHART NR TV-Y TV-Y7 TV-G TV-PG TV-14 TV-MA FV V S L D Not Rated. General audience. The program may frighten children under the age of 7. V-CHIP MENU OPERATION U.S. Directed to enter the BLOCK PROGRAMS field. r Press VOL or VOL to select U.S. Parental guidance suggested. MOVIES This TV model features...
... CONTENT U.S. LOCK SET OFF BLOCK PROGRAMS: U.S. TV MOVIES STATUS OFF ENTER CODE FIRST * * * * CH r Press to older children. TV PROGRAMS VIEW NR PROGRAMS? TV PROGRAMS RATINGS CHART NR TV-Y TV-Y7 TV-G TV-PG TV-14 TV-MA FV V S L D Not Rated. General audience. The program may frighten children under the age of 7. V-CHIP MENU OPERATION U.S. Directed to enter the BLOCK PROGRAMS field. r Press VOL or VOL to select U.S. Parental guidance suggested. MOVIES This TV model features...
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... (RED) and Note: See the CANADIAN ENGLISH RATINGS CHART. C8+ Programming generally considered acceptable for all audiences. No profanity, nudity or sexual content. Parents are strongly cautioned to move between different ratings. V-CHIP MENU OPERATION Rating Systems for Canada Canadian English The V-CHIP used in Canada. r Use the numeric keypad to enter your four digit code. (Use a code that is easy to select CANADIAN ENGLISH. LOCK...
... (RED) and Note: See the CANADIAN ENGLISH RATINGS CHART. C8+ Programming generally considered acceptable for all audiences. No profanity, nudity or sexual content. Parents are strongly cautioned to move between different ratings. V-CHIP MENU OPERATION Rating Systems for Canada Canadian English The V-CHIP used in Canada. r Use the numeric keypad to enter your four digit code. (Use a code that is easy to select CANADIAN ENGLISH. LOCK...
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... RATINGS CHART Exempt - V-CHIP MENU OPERATION Canadian French The V-CHIP used in this TV model also lets you want to block (RED) and unblock Note: See the CANADIAN FRENCH RATING CHART. LOCK MODE HOW LONG? Note: E (Exempt) programming includes: news, sports, documentaries and other information programming, talk shows, music videos, and variety programming. . LOCK CANADIAN FRENCH VIEW NR PROGRAMS? to select ratings you block or unblock...
... RATINGS CHART Exempt - V-CHIP MENU OPERATION Canadian French The V-CHIP used in this TV model also lets you want to block (RED) and unblock Note: See the CANADIAN FRENCH RATING CHART. LOCK MODE HOW LONG? Note: E (Exempt) programming includes: news, sports, documentaries and other information programming, talk shows, music videos, and variety programming. . LOCK CANADIAN FRENCH VIEW NR PROGRAMS? to select ratings you block or unblock...
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... Replace Remote Control Batteries 28 l TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Troubleshooting Chart Before calling for service, determine the symptoms and follow suggested solutions. No Video Set TV or Cable Mode Properly Check Antenna Cables Check Power Cord is Plugged into Active Outlet Adjust Brightness and Audio Controls Change Channel Check Cable Connections Program the Remote Control Again Check Second Video Source Operation No Color Adjust Color Settings Change Channel Wrong Audio Normal Video Check Audio Is Set To Stereo or Mono, Not SAP Normal Audio Black Box on Screen Change CC (Closed...
... Replace Remote Control Batteries 28 l TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Troubleshooting Chart Before calling for service, determine the symptoms and follow suggested solutions. No Video Set TV or Cable Mode Properly Check Antenna Cables Check Power Cord is Plugged into Active Outlet Adjust Brightness and Audio Controls Change Channel Check Cable Connections Program the Remote Control Again Check Second Video Source Operation No Color Adjust Color Settings Change Channel Wrong Audio Normal Video Check Audio Is Set To Stereo or Mono, Not SAP Normal Audio Black Box on Screen Change CC (Closed...
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... from viewing fixed images (including, among other things, letterbox pictures on standard 4:3 screen TV's, or non-expanded standard 4:3 pictures on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have others rights which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments...
... from viewing fixed images (including, among other things, letterbox pictures on standard 4:3 screen TV's, or non-expanded standard 4:3 pictures on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have others rights which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments...
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... Operation 22 VCR Connection 6 VHF/UHF Antenna 3 Video Adj. 18 W Warranty 29, 30 33 l TV Programs 22 U.S. Movies 23 U.S. Index INDEX A AC Power Supply Cord 3 Accessory Purchases 31 AI Sound 20 Amplifier Connection 6 Antenna Connection 3 Audio 20 Auto Power On 18 Auto Program 17 Auto Set Up Menu 5 B Balance 20 Bass 20 Battery Installation 9 Brightness 18 C Cabinet and Remote Control 2 Cable / Antenna Connection 3 Care and Cleaning 2 Caution 3 Channels 21 Clock Set 19 Closed Captioning 18 Codes for Cable Box 14 Codes for DBS 14 Codes for DVD 14 Codes for VCR 13 Color 18 Component...
... Operation 22 VCR Connection 6 VHF/UHF Antenna 3 Video Adj. 18 W Warranty 29, 30 33 l TV Programs 22 U.S. Movies 23 U.S. Index INDEX A AC Power Supply Cord 3 Accessory Purchases 31 AI Sound 20 Amplifier Connection 6 Antenna Connection 3 Audio 20 Auto Power On 18 Auto Program 17 Auto Set Up Menu 5 B Balance 20 Bass 20 Battery Installation 9 Brightness 18 C Cabinet and Remote Control 2 Cable / Antenna Connection 3 Care and Cleaning 2 Caution 3 Channels 21 Clock Set 19 Closed Captioning 18 Codes for Cable Box 14 Codes for DBS 14 Codes for DVD 14 Codes for VCR 13 Color 18 Component...