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    User Manu al Manuel de l ’ utili sateur Guía del us uario 3 2M F33 8B LC D T V Quick Us e Guide Insi de ! Guide d’ usage R api de Incluse ! Guía de Uso Rápido Inclui da ! For Cus tomer Use / À l’usag e du clie nt / Par a U so de l Clien te Model/ Modle/ ModeloNo . : Ser ia l / Sr ie / S erie N o. : English Español A8AF2UH_32MF338 B_EN_v2[...]

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    2 EN Know these safety symbols This “bolt of lightning” indicates uninsulated material within your unit may cause an electrical shock. For the safety of everyone in your household, please do not remove product covering. The “exclamation point” calls attention to features for which you should read the en- closed literature closely to prevent[...]

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    3 EN INTRODUCTION PREPARATION INITIAL SETTING OPTIONAL SETTING TROUBLESHOOTING WATCHING TV INFORMATION I NTRODUCTION Read befor e operating equipment Rea d these instructions. K eep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions . Do not use t his a pp arat us ne ar w ater . Cle an onl y wit h a dr y c lot h. Do not bl ock any of t [...]

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    4 EN I NTRODUCTION FCC WARNING This apparatus may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this apparatus may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this apparatus if an unauthorized change or modification is made. RADIO-TV INT[...]

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    5 EN INTRODUCTION PREPARATION INITIAL SETTING OPTIONAL SETTING TROUBLESHOOTING WATCHING TV INFORMATION S ym bols Us ed in thi s Manu al The following is the description f or the symbols used in this manual. Description refers t o: DTV : Digital T V operation TV : Analog T V operation If neither symbol appears under the function heading, operation i[...]

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    6 EN I NTRODUCTION Con te nt s 5 D T V/T V/CA T V Y ou can use your remote contr ol to select channels which are broadcast in digital f ormat and conv entional analog format. Also, cable subscribers can access their cable TV channels. Information Displa y (DTV only) Y ou can display the title, contents and other information of the current D T V pro[...]

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    7 EN INTRODUCTION PREPARATION INITIAL SETTING OPTIONAL SETTING TROUBLESHOOTING WATCHING TV INFORMATION Buttons on the Rem ote C on trol 5 1. POWER y y (p14) Press t o turn the T V on and off. 2. SOURCE (p18) Press t o access connected external devices like a DVD player or VCR. 3. FREEZE (p18) Press t o pause screen image. 4. s / B / K / L (p14) Pre[...]

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    8 EN I NTRODUCTION 6 7 8 5 2 3 4 1 Con t ro l Pa ne l 5 1. y POWER (p14) Press t o turn the T V on and off. 2. SOURCE (p18) Press t o access connected external devices like a DVD player or VCR. Press t o decide the command of setting when the menu is displayed . 3. CHANNEL / (p17) Press t o select channels or move up/down through the main menu item[...]

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    9 EN P REPARATION WATCHING TV INTRODUCTION PREPARATION INITIAL SETTING OPTIONAL SETTING TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION Basic Connection This section describes how to connect the TV to an antenna, cable receiver/sa tellite box, et c. Note: • Be sure your antenna or other devic e is connected properly before plugging in the power c ord. [An tenna Conn[...]

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    10 EN P REPARATION Exte r n a l D e vi c e C on n e cti o n [HDMI Connection] HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Inter face) transports high definition video and multi- channel digital audio through a single cable. It ensures that the content sent from the sour ce to the TV is of the highest possible resolution. Use an HDMI cable to connect the T V t[...]

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    11 EN WATCHING TV INTRODUCTION PREPARATION INITIAL SETTING OPTIONAL SETTING TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION [C omponent V ideo Connection] Component video connection offers better picture quality for video devic es connected to the T V . Use a component video cable to connect the TV to ex ternal video devices equipped with component video output jacks.[...]

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    12 EN P REPARATION [ V ideo in Connection] It offers standard picture quality for video devices connected to the T V . Use an video cable to connect the T V to external video devices equipped with video output jack. If you connect to the T V ’ s VIDEO1 or VIDEO2 video input jack, connect an audio cable to the audio L/R jacks of VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2[...]

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    13 EN WATCHING TV INTRODUCTION PREPARATION INITIAL SETTING OPTIONAL SETTING TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION [PC Connection] This T V is equipped with a PC input jack. If you connect this TV to your PC, you can use this T V as a computer monitor . e.g. ) AUDIO R L AUDIO HDMI-IN PC-IN The following sig nals can be displayed: Forma t Resolution V ertical [...]

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    14 EN I NITIAL SETTING Initial Setup This section will guide you through the TV’s initial setting which includes selecting a language for your on-screen menu and autoprogram, which automatically scans and memorizes viewable channels. Before you begin: Make sure if the TV is connected to antenna or cables. 1 After making all the necessary connecti[...]

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    15 EN WATCHING TV INTRODUCTION PREPARATION INITIAL SETTING OPTIONAL SETTING TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION Main Menu This section describes the overview of the main menu displayed when you press [MENU] . For more details, see the reference page for each item. The main menu consists of the function setting items below. Press [MENU] . PICTURE SOUND SETU[...]

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    16 EN I NITIAL SETTING Note: • Af ter setting “ Autoprogr am ” , using [CH. / ] on the remote control skips unavailable pr ograms automatically . • If you connect the cable system directly , contact the CA T V installer . • If you press [POWER y y ] or [MENU] during autoprogram, the setting will be canceled . • Channel settings will be [...]

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    17 EN W ATCHING TV WATCHING TV INTRODUCTION PREPARATION INITIAL SETTING OPTIONAL SETTING TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION Channel Selection Select channels by pressing [CH. / ] or [the Number buttons] . To select the memorized channels, use [CH. / ] or [the Number buttons] . To select the non-memorized channels, use [the Number buttons] . To Use [the Nu[...]

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    18 EN W ATCHING TV Sti ll M od e You can pause the image shown on the TV screen. Press [FREEZE] to pause the image shown on the T V screen. FREEZE The sound output will not be paused. If no signal is detected or protected signal is received during still mode, the image remains paused and the sound output will be muted. The still function will be re[...]

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    19 EN WATCHING TV INTRODUCTION PREPARATION INITIAL SETTING OPTIONAL SETTING TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION Screen Information You can display the currently selected channel or other information such as the audio mode on the TV screen. TV In the analog mode, the current channel number and the audio mode are displayed. Press [INFO] . 6 SAP / STEREO TV -[...]

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    20 EN W ATCHING TV TV Screen Display Mode 4 types of display modes can be selected when the broadcasting station is sending 4:3 or 16:9 video signal. And 3 types of display modes can be selected for PC input signal. Press [FORMA T ] repeatedly to switch the TV aspect ratio. For 4:3 video signal Normal Display a 4:3 picture at its original size. Sid[...]

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    21 EN O PTIONAL SETTING WATCHING TV INTRODUCTION PREPARATION INITIAL SETTING OPTIONAL SETTING TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION Channel List The channel list function lets you remove undesired channels from the channel registration list. 1 Press [MENU] to display the main menu. 2 Use [Cursor K / L ] to select “SETUP ”, then press [OK] . PICTURE SOUND[...]

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    22 EN O PTIONAL SETTING Antenna Confirmation DTV This function lets you check the digital signal strength of each channel. 1 Press [MENU] to display the main menu. 2 Use [Cursor K / L ] to select “SETUP”, then press [OK] . PICTURE SOUND SETUP FEA TURES LANGUAGE EXIT Channel List Add Channels Antenna Autoprogram 3 Use [Cursor K / L ] to select ?[...]

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    23 EN WATCHING TV INTRODUCTION PREPARATION INITIAL SETTING OPTIONAL SETTING TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION Picture Adjustment You can adjust brightness, contrast, color, tint and sharpness. 1 Press [MENU] to display the main menu. 2 Use [Cursor K / L ] to select “PIC TURE”, then press [OK] . PICTURE SOUND SETUP FEA TURES LANGUAGE Tint Sharpness EX[...]

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    24 EN O PTIONAL SETTING Sound Adjustment You can adjust treble and bass. 1 Press [MENU] to display the main menu. 2 Use [Cursor K / L ] to select “SOUND”, then press [OK] . PICTURE SOUND SETUP FEA TURES LANGUAGE EXIT Bass Reset Sound Setting T reble 0 0 3 Use [Cursor K / L ] to select the sound type you want to adjust, then press [OK] . PICTURE[...]

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    25 EN WATCHING TV INTRODUCTION PREPARATION INITIAL SETTING OPTIONAL SETTING TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION Closed Caption You can view closed captioning (cc) for TV programs, movies and news. Closed caption refer to text of dialogue or descriptions displayed on-screen for the hearing impaired. 1 Press [MENU] to display the main menu. 2 Use [Cursor K /[...]

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    26 EN O PTIONAL SETTING DTV Closed Caption DTV In addition to the basic closed caption described on page 25, DTV has its own closed caption called DTV CC. Use this menu to change the settings for DTV CC. 1 Press [MENU] to display the main menu. 2 Use [Cursor K / L ] to select “FEATURES”, then press [OK] . PICTURE SOUND SETUP FEA TURES LANGUAGE [...]

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    27 EN WATCHING TV INTRODUCTION PREPARATION INITIAL SETTING OPTIONAL SETTING TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION CC St y l e You can change the CC style such as font, color or size, etc. 1 Press [MENU] to display the main menu. 2 Use [Cursor K / L ] to select “FEATURES”, then press [OK] . PICTURE SOUND SETUP FEA TURES LANGUAGE EXIT Parental Control PC S[...]

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    28 EN O PTIONAL SETTING Font Color Font color of the displayed caption can be switched as below. PICTURE SOUND SETUP FEA TURES LANGUAGE EXIT Font Style Font Size Black White Red Green Blue Ye l l o w Font Color Font Opacity Magenta Cyan User Setting Back Color Back Opacity Edge Color Edge T ype Font Opacity Font opacity of the displayed caption can[...]

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    29 EN WATCHING TV INTRODUCTION PREPARATION INITIAL SETTING OPTIONAL SETTING TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION Pare nta l Cont ro l Par ental control reads the ratings for programs, then denies access to the programs which exceed the rating level you set. With this function, you can block certain programming inappropriate for children. 1 Press [MENU] to d[...]

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    30 EN O PTIONAL SETTING A. US Mo vie r a ti n gs lo ck A. US Movie r atings lock US Movie ratings lock is the rating system created by MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America). 5 Use [Cursor K / L ] to select “US Movie ratings lock”, then press [OK] . PICTURE SOUND SETUP FEA TURES LANGUAGE EXIT US TV ratings loc k Canadian English Rating Ca[...]

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    31 EN WATCHING TV INTRODUCTION PREPARATION INITIAL SETTING OPTIONAL SETTING TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION Rating Category TV-MA Mature audience only higher TV-14 Unsuitable for children under 14 TV-PG Par ental guidance suggested TV -G General audienc e TV - Y 7 Appropriate for all children 7 and older TV - Y Appropriate f or all children lower Sub R[...]

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    32 EN O PTIONAL SETTING PC Settings This function lets you adjust the PC screen position, clock and phase during PC input. 1 Press [MENU] to display the main menu. 2 Use [Cursor K / L ] to select “FEA TURES”, then press [OK] . PICTURE SOUND SETUP FEA TURES LANGUAGE EXIT Parental Control PC Settings HDMI1 Audio Source Auto Detect Closed Caption [...]

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    33 EN WATCHING TV INTRODUCTION PREPARATION INITIAL SETTING OPTIONAL SETTING TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION HDMI Audio You can set the method of sound input for the HDMI1 input jack. 1 Press [MENU] to display the main menu. 2 Use [Cursor K / L ] to select “FEATURES”, then press [OK] . PICTURE SOUND SETUP FEA TURES LANGUAGE EXIT Parental Control PC [...]

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    34 EN T ROUBLESHOOTING T roubleshoot ing Guide If the T V does not per form properly when operated as instructed in this User Manual, check the follo wing chart and all connections once before calling f or service. 5 Symptom Remedy T V No power Be sure the power c ord is plugged in. If a power failure occurs , unplug the power cor d for 30 minutes [...]

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    35 EN WATCHING TV INTRODUCTION PREPARATION INITIAL SETTING OPTIONAL SETTING TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION Question Answer My remote control does not w ork. What should I do? Check the antenna or cable connection to the main T V . Check the batteries of the remote c ontrol. Check if there is an obstacle between the infrared sensor windo w and the remo[...]

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    36 EN I NFORMATION Cabinet Cleaning • Wipe the front panel and other e xterior sur faces of the TV with a soft cloth immersed in lukewarm w ater and wrung dry . • Never use a solvent or alcohol. Do not spra y insecticide liquid near the TV . S uch chemicals may cause damage and discoloration to the exposed surfaces. Panel Cleaning Wipe the pane[...]

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    37 EN WATCHING TV INTRODUCTION PREPARATION INITIAL SETTING OPTIONAL SETTING TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION Specifications PICTURE/ DISPLA Y Aspect ratio Picture Enhancement Widescreen Prog ressive Scan, 3D comb  lter , Smart Picture (4 modes): Nature, Rich, Movie, Soft SOUND Output Po wer (RMS) Sound Enhancement Sound Mode 2x10W Mono, Ster eo T reb[...]

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    MA GNA V O X LIMITED W ARRANTY NINETY (90) D A Y LABOR / ONE (1) P AR TS This warrant y gi ves you spe ci  c legal r ight s . Y ou may have ot her rig ht s whic h var y from s tat e / provin ce to st ate / prov ince . Magn av ox, P .O . Box 6 7 1 53 9 , Mariet t a , Ga . 30 0 0 6 - 0 026 W ARRANTY CO VER A GE : MAGNAV O X w arr ant y o blig at i[...]