GLOSSARYTO TELEVISION TERMS
Aspect Ratio *The proportions of a rectangular display screen. NTSCProgramming * The procedure of adding or deleting channel numbers
television has a 4:3 ratio; HDTV is 16:9.into the TVOs memory circuits. In this way the TV OremembersOO only the
Audio/Video Inputs * Located on the rear of the TV these connectorslocally available or desired channel numbers and skips over any unwanted
(RCA phono type plug) are used for the input of audio and video signals.channel numbers.
Designed for use with VCRs (or other accessories) in order to receiveRemote Sensor Window * A window or opening found on the TV control
higher picture resolution and offer sound connection options.panel through which infrared remote control command signals are
received.
Coaxial Cable * A single solid antenna wire normally matched with a
metal plug (F-type) end connector that screws (or pushes) directly onto aRGB *Red, Green, Blue color component inputs used for connection
75 Ohm input found on the Television or VCR.purposes with personal computers (PCs) and other high definition video
Display *An on screen message or graphics that help the user operate anddevices.
adjust TV feature controls. See On Screen Displays (OSD).RF *Radio Frequency or modulated signal design used as the carrier for
HDTV * High Definition Television which offers approximately twice thetelevision broadcasts.
vertical/horizontal resolution of NTSC video, and sound qualitySecond Audio Program (SAP) * Another or additional audio channel
approaching that of compact disc. (Usually taken to mean a picture of 1920provided for in the Multichannel Television Sound (MTS) broadcast
x 1080 pixels in a 16:9 aspect ratio.)standard. A monaural soundtrack included within the recorded or video
signal (usually containing a second language translation for the displayed
Identify* Method by which a remote control searches and finds anprogramming.)
operating code for another product (such as a VCR or Cable Converter).
Once the code has been "identified" then the TV remote can operate andStatus * Allows the user to quickly confirm what channel number is
send commands to the other product. currently being viewed. Status can also be used to clear the TV of on-
LED *Light Emitting Diode or indicator.screen displays or information (rather than waiting for the displays to
Otime out� or automatically disappear from the screen).
Menu * An on-screen listing of feature controls shown on the TV screenSVGA * Super Video Graphics Array
that are made available for user adjustments.
Multichannel Television Sound (MTS) *The broadcast standard thatS-Video Input * Allows direct connection of high-resolution video
allows for stereo sound to be transmitted with the TV picture.sources, such as a Super VHS videocassette recorder, Laser Disc player,
etc. Provides improved picture resolution, sharpness, and clarity.
NTSC *National Television Standards Committee format devised for TVTwin Lead Wire *The more commonly used name for the two strand 300
broadcasting signals in the 1940s (525 lines; 30Hz.)Ohm antenna wire used with many indoor and outdoor antenna systems. In
On Screen Displays (OSD) *Refers to the wording or messagesmany cases this type of antenna wire requires an additional adapter (or
generated by the TV to help the user with specific feature controls (color
adjustment, programming, etc.).balun) in order to connect to the 75 Ohm Input terminals designed into the
more recent Televisions and VCRs.
Picture -In-Picture (PIP) * Term used when two pictures are shown onVariable Audio Output * An adjustable audio output which allows for
the TV screen at the same time. The smaller PIP picture is supplied by avolume variations at the source.
VCR (or other tuner/video playback source). The PIP picture can also be
moved and swapped with the TV's main screen picture.VGA * Video Graphics Array
INDEX
Accessories/Optional..................................Minus(-)/Plus (+) Buttons33-37, 38, 50, 55, *Q/U-1......................................................*Q/U-3, 4
Add/Delete Channels......................................................13-14, *Q/U-2Monitor HD Features....................................................................38-39
Audio Controls .............................................................................27-32Movie Ratings....................................................................................21
Audio/Video Input..............................................33-37, 48, 53, *Q/U-2Parental Control............................................................................19-24
Automatic Programming .....................................................13, *Q/U-2Parental Guidelines............................................................................23
Auto Picture..................................................................................40-41Picture-In-Picture (PIP)..................................................50-55, *Q/U-2
Auto Sound ........................................................................................42PIP Audio Output jacks ...............................................................31, 51
Auto Surf............................................................................................43Programming Channels .......................................................13, *Q/U-2
Battery Installation.....................................................................*Q/U-3Remote Control ................................................40-49, 52, *Q/U-2, 3, 4
Blocking Channels........................................................................19-20Remote with VCRs.......................................................................44-49
Cable TV Connections/Settings............................12, 50, 55 *Q/U-1, 2Requesting Service .......................................................... 56, 58-59, 60
Channel/Time Display.............................................15, 16, 17, *Q/U-3Reminder/Time and Channel.............................................................18
Channel Label....................................................................................25Safety/Precautions .......................................................2, 3, 55, *Q/U-1
Channel Memory............................................................13-14, *Q/U-2Second Audio Program (SAP)...........................................................28
Channel/Time Reminder....................................................................18Sensor Remote...........................................................................*Q/U-3
Clock Setting......................................................................................15Sleep Timer........................................................................................16
Closed Captioning..............................................................................11Surround Sound............................................................................31-32
Content Advisory..........................................................................19-24Speaker Terminals .............................................................................31
Convergence ........................................................................................8Time/Channel Display.........................................................18, *Q/U-3
Controls/TV.......................................................................*Q/U-2, 3, 4Variable Audio Output.................................................................31, 39
Controls/Remote...............................................40-49, 52, *Q/U-2, 3, 4Video Enhancement.............................................................................7
Exit.............................................................................................*Q/U-4VCR/TV Connections ........................................33-37, 50, 55, *Q/U-1
Features................................................................................................5Tips for Service ......................................................................56, 58-59
First Time Set Up.......................................................................*Q/U-2TV Speaker Control.....................................................................31, 38
Inputs/Audio and Video....................................................33-37, 50, 55Volume Display ...........................................................................30, 38
Language......................................................................................26, 39Warranty ............................................................................................60
Menu......................................................................................*Q/U-2, 4* Q/U indicates page number reference in the separate Quick Use Guide
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