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... is intended to tell the user that parts inside . No user-serviceable parts inside the product are in the papers with arrow head within a triangle is intended to tell the user that important operating and servicing instructions are a risk of electric shock do not remove cover or back. FCC CAUTION: ANY CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS TV RECEIVER NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY...
... is intended to tell the user that parts inside . No user-serviceable parts inside the product are in the papers with arrow head within a triangle is intended to tell the user that important operating and servicing instructions are a risk of electric shock do not remove cover or back. FCC CAUTION: ANY CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS TV RECEIVER NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY...
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... Cleaning 2 Specifications 2 Installation 3 Television Location 3 Optional Cable Connections 3 AC Power Supply Cord 3 Cable / Antenna Connection 3 Feature Chart 4 Optional Equipment Connections 5 VCR 5 Front Control Panel 5 Amplifier (TO AUDIO AMP 6 Remote Control Operation 7 Mode Operational Key Chart 8 Programming the Remote 10 Programming With a Code 10 Programming Without a Code 10 Component Codes 11 Icon Menu Navigation 13 Main Menu Icons 14 Icon Menus 14 Icon Menu Operation 15 Set Up 15 Picture 17 Timer 18 Audio 19 Channels 21 Lock 21 V-Chip Menu Operation 22...
... Cleaning 2 Specifications 2 Installation 3 Television Location 3 Optional Cable Connections 3 AC Power Supply Cord 3 Cable / Antenna Connection 3 Feature Chart 4 Optional Equipment Connections 5 VCR 5 Front Control Panel 5 Amplifier (TO AUDIO AMP 6 Remote Control Operation 7 Mode Operational Key Chart 8 Programming the Remote 10 Programming With a Code 10 Programming Without a Code 10 Component Codes 11 Icon Menu Navigation 13 Main Menu Icons 14 Icon Menus 14 Icon Menu Operation 15 Set Up 15 Picture 17 Timer 18 Audio 19 Channels 21 Lock 21 V-Chip Menu Operation 22...
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... Jack Type 500mV RMS 47K Ohm 0-2.0V RMS 4.7K Ohm S-Video (Y-C) Connector Specifications are located on the screen. Cabinet and Remote Control r For cabinets and remote control, use benzene, thinner or other petroleum based products. Avoid excessive moisture and wipe dry. Specifications Power Source CT-20SX12D (1.4A) Channel Capability - 181 Video Input Jacks Audio Input Jacks Audio Output Jacks S-Video Input Jacks 120V AC, 60Hz VHF-12; Product registration for best performance. Model Number Serial Number Care and Cleaning Screen (Turn TV Off) • Use...
... Jack Type 500mV RMS 47K Ohm 0-2.0V RMS 4.7K Ohm S-Video (Y-C) Connector Specifications are located on the screen. Cabinet and Remote Control r For cabinets and remote control, use benzene, thinner or other petroleum based products. Avoid excessive moisture and wipe dry. Specifications Power Source CT-20SX12D (1.4A) Channel Capability - 181 Video Input Jacks Audio Input Jacks Audio Output Jacks S-Video Input Jacks 120V AC, 60Hz VHF-12; Product registration for best performance. Model Number Serial Number Care and Cleaning Screen (Turn TV Off) • Use...
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.... Installation INSTALLATION Television Location Follow these recommendations before deciding the location of your local cable company for proper reception. r Fluorescent lighting may cause internal component failure. In order to avoid injury to TV mode in the Set Up Menu under ANT. 75 Ohm VHF/UHF on back of TV Incoming Cable from Home Antenna 3 l Optional Cable Connections Shielded audio and video cables should be required for compatibility requirements. AC Power Supply Cord CAUTION...
.... Installation INSTALLATION Television Location Follow these recommendations before deciding the location of your local cable company for proper reception. r Fluorescent lighting may cause internal component failure. In order to avoid injury to TV mode in the Set Up Menu under ANT. 75 Ohm VHF/UHF on back of TV Incoming Cable from Home Antenna 3 l Optional Cable Connections Shielded audio and video cables should be required for compatibility requirements. AC Power Supply Cord CAUTION...
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... CHART A/V JACKS AUDIO SPECIAL FEATURES Feature Chart CT-20SX12D MODEL FEATURES MENU LANGUAGE ENG/SPAN/FR CLOSED CAPTIONING V-CHIP CAPABILITY 75 OHM INPUT VIDEO NORM AUDIO NORM STEREO AI SOUND BASS/BALANCE/TREBLE SURROUND NUMBER OF SPEAKERS A/V IN (REAR/FRONT) AUDIO OUT S-VHS INPUT HEADPHONE JACK r r r r r r r r r r 2 2 (2/1) r r r IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE USE OF VIDEO GAMES, COMPUTERS, OR OTHER FIXED IMAGE DISPLAYS. The extended use of the screen), video game patterns, fixed scoreboards, bright station logos, on the screen. This television is...
... CHART A/V JACKS AUDIO SPECIAL FEATURES Feature Chart CT-20SX12D MODEL FEATURES MENU LANGUAGE ENG/SPAN/FR CLOSED CAPTIONING V-CHIP CAPABILITY 75 OHM INPUT VIDEO NORM AUDIO NORM STEREO AI SOUND BASS/BALANCE/TREBLE SURROUND NUMBER OF SPEAKERS A/V IN (REAR/FRONT) AUDIO OUT S-VHS INPUT HEADPHONE JACK r r r r r r r r r r 2 2 (2/1) r r r IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE USE OF VIDEO GAMES, COMPUTERS, OR OTHER FIXED IMAGE DISPLAYS. The extended use of the screen), video game patterns, fixed scoreboards, bright station logos, on the screen. This television is...
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... the television to use the TV without remote or to use the Audio/Video input jacks (some models) for details. Note: The front control panel can also be programmed with the supplied codes to access menus and switch video mode when the remote control is not available. Note: Front and rear Audio/Video connections cannot be used to operate the VCR. CAMCORDER A second VCR, a video disc player, video game equipment and DSS equipment can be operated at the same time. 2. AUDIO - Procedure 1. See the optional equipment manual...
... the television to use the TV without remote or to use the Audio/Video input jacks (some models) for details. Note: The front control panel can also be programmed with the supplied codes to access menus and switch video mode when the remote control is not available. Note: Front and rear Audio/Video connections cannot be used to operate the VCR. CAMCORDER A second VCR, a video disc player, video game equipment and DSS equipment can be operated at the same time. 2. AUDIO - Procedure 1. See the optional equipment manual...
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... AUDIO menu. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT CONNECTIONS Amplifier Connection (TO AUDIO AMP) To listen through the television. Set amplifier volume to match the television. Adjust amplifier volume to minimum. External Amplifier TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV ANT CABLES NOT SUPPLIED S-VIDEO TO AUDIO AMP 2 INPUT 1 AUDIO R L VIDEO 6 l Note: Select SPEAKERS ON located in the onscreen AUDIO menu. Adjust television volume to external speakers. Note: TO AUDIO AMP terminals cannot be connected directly to desired level. Select SPEAKERS OFF & FIXED AUDIO OUT to control audio functions...
... AUDIO menu. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT CONNECTIONS Amplifier Connection (TO AUDIO AMP) To listen through the television. Set amplifier volume to match the television. Adjust amplifier volume to minimum. External Amplifier TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV ANT CABLES NOT SUPPLIED S-VIDEO TO AUDIO AMP 2 INPUT 1 AUDIO R L VIDEO 6 l Note: Select SPEAKERS ON located in the onscreen AUDIO menu. Adjust television volume to external speakers. Note: TO AUDIO AMP terminals cannot be connected directly to desired level. Select SPEAKERS OFF & FIXED AUDIO OUT to control audio functions...
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... REC VCR/DBS CH Component function buttons Battery Installation Use two AA batteries: Remove battery cover by pressing R-TUNE and RECALL buttons, simultaneously. 7 l Remote Control Operation REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION POWER POWER Press to illuminate remote buttons. VOL VOL Press to mute sound. Press to display and cancel CC (Closed Caption). 1 23 4 56 7 89 0 Press numeric keypad to select TV, Video mode or FM mode. GUIDE DBS functions button. Replace the battery cover. Press to select any channel. EXIT MUTE Press to adjust TV sound...
... REC VCR/DBS CH Component function buttons Battery Installation Use two AA batteries: Remove battery cover by pressing R-TUNE and RECALL buttons, simultaneously. 7 l Remote Control Operation REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION POWER POWER Press to illuminate remote buttons. VOL VOL Press to mute sound. Press to display and cancel CC (Closed Caption). 1 23 4 56 7 89 0 Press numeric keypad to select TV, Video mode or FM mode. GUIDE DBS functions button. Replace the battery cover. Press to select any channel. EXIT MUTE Press to adjust TV sound...
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... GUIDE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 R-TUNE FF PAUSE STOP RECORD TV/VCR VCR/DBSCHAN TV MODE POWER MUTE INPUT SWITCH CHANNEL UP CHANNEL DOWN VOL + VOL ACTION 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 - - CABLE MODE POWER CBL MUTE TV INPUT SWITCH CABLE CHANNEL UP CABLE CHANNEL DOWN TV VOL + TV VOL - 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). DBS CHANNEL UP LIGHT REMOTE BUTTONS...
... GUIDE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 R-TUNE FF PAUSE STOP RECORD TV/VCR VCR/DBSCHAN TV MODE POWER MUTE INPUT SWITCH CHANNEL UP CHANNEL DOWN VOL + VOL ACTION 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 - - CABLE MODE POWER CBL MUTE TV INPUT SWITCH CABLE CHANNEL UP CABLE CHANNEL DOWN TV VOL + TV VOL - 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). DBS CHANNEL UP LIGHT REMOTE BUTTONS...
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... will fail. Default Modes For Remote Control Device Operates Default TV TV (Panasonic Only) Panasonic TV Codes VCR VCR (Preset) Panasonic VCR Codes DBS DBS (Preset) Panasonic DBS Codes CABLE CABLE (Preset) Panasonic DBS Codes DVD DVD, CD (Preset) Panasonic DVD Codes Determine the manufacturer of the component and look in and on. • Turn the component off . Helpful Hints: Unsuccessful Code If the component does not operate with or without a code for programming your Remote Control with the Remote Control, repeat the procedure using another code. (Some brands...
... will fail. Default Modes For Remote Control Device Operates Default TV TV (Panasonic Only) Panasonic TV Codes VCR VCR (Preset) Panasonic VCR Codes DBS DBS (Preset) Panasonic DBS Codes CABLE CABLE (Preset) Panasonic DBS Codes DVD DVD, CD (Preset) Panasonic DVD Codes Determine the manufacturer of the component and look in and on. • Turn the component off . Helpful Hints: Unsuccessful Code If the component does not operate with or without a code for programming your Remote Control with the Remote Control, repeat the procedure using another code. (Some brands...
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... SET TIME ANT (TV or CABLE) AUTO PROGRAM MANUAL PROGRAM AUTO POWER CC MODE REFER TO PAGE 15 16 rrrrrrrr AUDIO NORM BASS TREBLE BALANCE MODE (STEREO, SAP or MONO) AI SOUND SURROUND TV SPEAKERS r SLEEP TIMER r PROGRAM TIMER REFER TO PAGE 18 rrrrrr NORMAL COLOR TINT, BRIGHTNESS, PICTURE, SHARPNESS REFER TO PAGE 19 20 REFER TO PAGE 17 r MANUAL CAPTION REFER TO PAGE 21 r GAME GUARD V-CHIP OPERATION REFER TO PAGE 21 22 14 l MAIN MENU ICONS Main Menu...
... SET TIME ANT (TV or CABLE) AUTO PROGRAM MANUAL PROGRAM AUTO POWER CC MODE REFER TO PAGE 15 16 rrrrrrrr AUDIO NORM BASS TREBLE BALANCE MODE (STEREO, SAP or MONO) AI SOUND SURROUND TV SPEAKERS r SLEEP TIMER r PROGRAM TIMER REFER TO PAGE 18 rrrrrr NORMAL COLOR TINT, BRIGHTNESS, PICTURE, SHARPNESS REFER TO PAGE 19 20 REFER TO PAGE 17 r MANUAL CAPTION REFER TO PAGE 21 r GAME GUARD V-CHIP OPERATION REFER TO PAGE 21 22 14 l MAIN MENU ICONS Main Menu...
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... video related information to 4 lines onscreen at the same time as the Cable box or other components or select OFF. r C2 - To manually add or delete channels. F G TO ENTER CHANNEL NUMBER 1 23 K TO ADD CHANNEL J TO DELETE CHANNEL Note: CH Use CH and or Remote numeric keypad to display next menu. UP SET TIME - - : - - UP SET TIME - - : - - Select SET to power up to be in any language. The program viewed must include Closed Captioning for viewing Closed Caption. 16 l SET - ICON MENU OPERATION r MANUAL PROGRAM...
... video related information to 4 lines onscreen at the same time as the Cable box or other components or select OFF. r C2 - To manually add or delete channels. F G TO ENTER CHANNEL NUMBER 1 23 K TO ADD CHANNEL J TO DELETE CHANNEL Note: CH Use CH and or Remote numeric keypad to display next menu. UP SET TIME - - : - - UP SET TIME - - : - - Select SET to power up to be in any language. The program viewed must include Closed Captioning for viewing Closed Caption. 16 l SET - ICON MENU OPERATION r MANUAL PROGRAM...
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... to adjust. Equalize overall volume levels across all channels. (AI sound is weak). CH r Press to select SET or NO. r BALANCE - r MODE - ICON MENU OPERATION AUDIO AUDIO NORM NO BASS 31 TREBLE 31 BALANCE 31 MODE STEREO SAP MONO AI SOUND ON SURROUND TV SPEAKERS ON OFF r Press VOL to select SURROUND. 19 l r TREBLE - Select STEREO, SAP (Second Audio Program) or MONO. (Use MONO when stereo signal is not available in VIDEO mode). r AUDIO NORM - Reset BASS...
... to adjust. Equalize overall volume levels across all channels. (AI sound is weak). CH r Press to select SET or NO. r BALANCE - r MODE - ICON MENU OPERATION AUDIO AUDIO NORM NO BASS 31 TREBLE 31 BALANCE 31 MODE STEREO SAP MONO AI SOUND ON SURROUND TV SPEAKERS ON OFF r Press VOL to select SURROUND. 19 l r TREBLE - Select STEREO, SAP (Second Audio Program) or MONO. (Use MONO when stereo signal is not available in VIDEO mode). r AUDIO NORM - Reset BASS...
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... SURROUND TV SPEAKERS ON OFF r Press VOL to select: r ON - In Audio menu under SPEAKERS AUDIO AUDIO NORM NO BASS 31 TREBLE 31 BALANCE 31 MODE STEREO SAP MONO AI SOUND ON SURROUND TV SPEAKERS ON OFF Press VOL to select ON or OFF. audio adjustable by the external amplifier only. 20 l TV speakers operate normally. r OFF & Fixed Audio Out - TV speakers off - TV speakers off - audio adjustable by television. Enhances audio response when listening to stereo. r TV SPEAKERS - r OFF & Variable Audio Out - ICON MENU OPERATION AUDIO...
... SURROUND TV SPEAKERS ON OFF r Press VOL to select: r ON - In Audio menu under SPEAKERS AUDIO AUDIO NORM NO BASS 31 TREBLE 31 BALANCE 31 MODE STEREO SAP MONO AI SOUND ON SURROUND TV SPEAKERS ON OFF Press VOL to select ON or OFF. audio adjustable by the external amplifier only. 20 l TV speakers operate normally. r OFF & Fixed Audio Out - TV speakers off - TV speakers off - audio adjustable by television. Enhances audio response when listening to stereo. r TV SPEAKERS - r OFF & Variable Audio Out - ICON MENU OPERATION AUDIO...
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... video games and VCR tapes from the one used in the LOCK menu, your code, LOCK will unlock in all four character slots. Be cautious when selecting ALWAYS. r Press VOL or VOL to select ENTER CAPTION. Game Guard Select GAME GUARD to enter a four-digit secret code (Use a code that is selected, the message GAME GUARD ON displays in a safe place). If ALWAYS is selected, and you forget your secret code, the TV must be serviced...
... video games and VCR tapes from the one used in the LOCK menu, your code, LOCK will unlock in all four character slots. Be cautious when selecting ALWAYS. r Press VOL or VOL to select ENTER CAPTION. Game Guard Select GAME GUARD to enter a four-digit secret code (Use a code that is selected, the message GAME GUARD ON displays in a safe place). If ALWAYS is selected, and you forget your secret code, the TV must be serviced...
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... to select U.S. TV PROGRAMS. CH r Press to page 13 for Icon Menu Navigation procedures. YES or NO. US TV PROGRAMS VIEW NR PROGRAMS? PROGRAM RATING EXCEEDED ACCESS CODE Note: If you enter your four digit code. (Use a code that is turned off . TV PROGRAMS This TV model features the "V-Chip technology" which allows you must reset all settings are off or until all rating blocks by you wish to use U.S. U.S. V-CHIP MENU OPERATION V-CHIP Menu Operation Note...
... to select U.S. TV PROGRAMS. CH r Press to page 13 for Icon Menu Navigation procedures. YES or NO. US TV PROGRAMS VIEW NR PROGRAMS? PROGRAM RATING EXCEEDED ACCESS CODE Note: If you enter your four digit code. (Use a code that is turned off . TV PROGRAMS This TV model features the "V-Chip technology" which allows you must reset all settings are off or until all rating blocks by you wish to use U.S. U.S. V-CHIP MENU OPERATION V-CHIP Menu Operation Note...
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... parents to enter your four digit code. (Use a code that is chosen "unexpected and possibly confusing results may occur, and you to display U.S MOVIES RATING CHART. 23 l SEE CUSTOMER CAUTION above. Directed to select 12, 24, 48 hours or ALWAYS. This program may contain sophisticated themes, sexual content, strong language and more intense violence. V-CHIP MENU OPERATION U.S. TV Programs Menu Chart (contd.) US TV PROGRAMS VIEW NR PROGRAMS? TV PROGRAMS...
... parents to enter your four digit code. (Use a code that is chosen "unexpected and possibly confusing results may occur, and you to display U.S MOVIES RATING CHART. 23 l SEE CUSTOMER CAUTION above. Directed to select 12, 24, 48 hours or ALWAYS. This program may contain sophisticated themes, sexual content, strong language and more intense violence. V-CHIP MENU OPERATION U.S. TV Programs Menu Chart (contd.) US TV PROGRAMS VIEW NR PROGRAMS? TV PROGRAMS...
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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 Normal Video Intermittent Remote Control Operation Replace Remote Control Batteries 27 l AUDIO VIDEO Solutions Noisy Audio Noisy Audio Noisy Audio No Audio Noisy Audio No Audio Normal Audio Snowy Video ...
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 Normal Video Intermittent Remote Control Operation Replace Remote Control Batteries 27 l AUDIO VIDEO Solutions Noisy Audio Noisy Audio Noisy Audio No Audio Noisy Audio No Audio Normal Audio Snowy Video ...
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... products not supplied by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter or other things, letterbox pictures on standard 4:3 screen TV's, or non-expanded standard 4:3 pictures on wide screen TV's, or onscreen data in a stationary and fixed location). PARTS AND SERVICE (INCLUDING COST OF AN IN-HOME SERVICE CALL, WHERE APPLICABLE) WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. 29 l If the problem is attributable...
... products not supplied by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter or other things, letterbox pictures on standard 4:3 screen TV's, or non-expanded standard 4:3 pictures on wide screen TV's, or onscreen data in a stationary and fixed location). PARTS AND SERVICE (INCLUDING COST OF AN IN-HOME SERVICE CALL, WHERE APPLICABLE) WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. 29 l If the problem is attributable...
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... 14 Installation 3 L Limited Warranty 28 Limited Warranty Canada 31 Lock 21 M Main Menu Icons 14 Manual Caption 21 Manual Program 16 Mode Operational Key Chart 8 Mono 19 N Normal 17 O Optional Cable Connections 3 P Picture 17 Program Timer 18 Programming the Remote 10 R Rating Systems for Canada 25 Remote Control Operation 7 S SAP 19 Screen 2 Set Time 15 Set Up 15 Sharpness 17 Sleep Timer 18 Speakers 20 Specifications 2 Stereo 19 Surround 20 T Television Location 3 Time 15 Timer 18 Tint 17 Treble 19 Troubleshooting Chart 27 TV or Cable 15 TV Speakers 20 U U.S. Movies...
... 14 Installation 3 L Limited Warranty 28 Limited Warranty Canada 31 Lock 21 M Main Menu Icons 14 Manual Caption 21 Manual Program 16 Mode Operational Key Chart 8 Mono 19 N Normal 17 O Optional Cable Connections 3 P Picture 17 Program Timer 18 Programming the Remote 10 R Rating Systems for Canada 25 Remote Control Operation 7 S SAP 19 Screen 2 Set Time 15 Set Up 15 Sharpness 17 Sleep Timer 18 Speakers 20 Specifications 2 Stereo 19 Surround 20 T Television Location 3 Time 15 Timer 18 Tint 17 Treble 19 Troubleshooting Chart 27 TV or Cable 15 TV Speakers 20 U U.S. Movies...