13" COLOR TELEVISION
OWNER'S MANUAL
C M 1 3 1 0 2
Customer Support: 1-800-270-4535
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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and servicing instructions in the literature accompanying
the appliance.
WARNING
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTION
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE MANUFACTURER
COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER
THIS REMINDER IS PROVIDED TO CALL THE CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER’S ATTENTION TO
ARTICLE 820-40 OF THE NEC THAT PROVIDES GUIDELINES FOR PROPER GROUNDING AND,
IN PARTICULAR, SPECIFIES THAT THE CABLE GROUND SHALL BE CONNECTED TO THE
GROUNDING SYSTEM OF THE BUILDING, AS CLOSE TO THE POINT OF CABLE ENTRY AS
PRACTICAL.
CAUTION
The AC power cord provided with this product is polarized (one blade wider than the other).
To provide power to the TV, insert the AC plug into a standard 120V 60Hz polarized outlet.
NOTE
Never connect the plug to an electrical source other than one providing 120V 60Hz power. Use only the
attached power cord. If the polarized AC cord does not fit into a non-polarized outlet, do not cut or file the
blade. You are responsible for having the obsolete outlet replaced with a polarized outlet.
If you feel a static discharge when touching the unit, and the unit does not function, simply unplug the unit
from the outlet. When you plug the unit back in, it should work normally.
Do not install power cords near any heating element or cooking appliances.
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CurtisMathes
3100 West Big Beaver Rd.
Troy, MI 48084
1-800-270-4535
Dear Customer :
CurtisMathes would like to thank you for choosing this color television receiver. It incorporates a host of fea-
tures designed to give you excellent performance for many years to come.
We realize that you’re eager to turn it on and begin enjoying the high-quality pictures it delivers just as quick-
ly as possible, but we ask you to take a few minutes to read the instructions in the booklet to familiarize your-
self with the receiver, its functions and some features which may be new to you. If you follow the instruc-
tions, this unit should give you many years of viewing pleasure.
If for any reason it does not, we want to hear about it. Please write to us at the address above. CurtisMathes
always welcomes comments and suggestions on this or any of our other products.
On the other hand, when you discover the enjoyment, reliability and ease of use that is built into it, we hope
that you will tell your friends, and consider CurtisMathes when you make your next purchase of home enter-
tainment equipment.
In addition to TV receivers, CurtisMathes produces a full line of audiovisual products built to the same high
design, engineering, and manufacturing standards as this unit.
Here are a few tips that will keep your TV receiver looking great and performing for years to come:
•
Avoid putting it in excessively hot locations. Damage to the cabinet or premature component failures can
result.
•
There are ventilation holes in the bottom and rear of the cabinet. Make sure that they remain unobstructed.
Do not place the receiver on top of a thick cloth.
•
•
If you don’t plan to use the receiver for several days, it’s a good idea to unplug it from the power outlet.
Many common household cleaning agents, sprays, solvents, and polishes will cause permanent damage to
the surface of the cabinet. The best cleaning agents are mild soap and a damp cloth.
Again, thank you for choosing this CurtisMathes product. We have employed advanced engineering tech-
niques in its design, and manufactured it in one of the world’s most up-to-date production facilities. The result
is a TV receiver that we know you will be as proud to own as we were to create.
Very truly yours,
CurtisMathes
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CONTENTS
Table of Contents
Important Safeguards
Chapter 1: Overview of Your Equipment
Your TV's Front Panel
2
4
4
Your TV's Back Panel
5
Your Remote Control
6
Installing your remote control batteries
Notes
7
7
Chapter 2: Connecting an Antenna or Cable to Your TV 8
Connecting an Antenna
Connecting a Cable System
Connecting Other Pieces of Equipment
Safety Note
8
9
10
10
Chapter 3: Operating Your TV
Turning your TV On
11
11
11
12
12
13
13
13
14
15
16
16
Programming Your TV's Channel Memory
Changing Channels
Changing the Volume
Changing the TV’s Channel Memory
Adding/Deleting a channel to memory
Displaying the Current Channel
Changing the TV’s Input
Adjusting Video Settings
Returning to the factory settings
Descriptions of video settings
Chapter 4: Using Timer Functions
Setting the Clock
17
17
Setting the Wake-Up Time
17
Setting the Off Time
18
Canceling the Wake-Up Time or Off Time
Setting the Sleep Timer
18
19
Chapter 5 : Additional Features
Changing the Language of the On-Screen Menus
Captioning
20
20
20
CC on Mute
21
Power Restore
21
Parental Control Settings
22
Description of Parental Control Settings
23
Chapter 6 : Troubleshooting
Remote
Warranty
24
25
26
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S A F E T Y
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
PLEASE READ ALL THESE INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING YOUR TELEVISION EQUIPMENT AND
RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS MARKED
ON THE TV RECEIVER.
1
2
3
Read all of these instructions.
7
Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back
or bottom are provided for ventilation and to
ensure reliable operation of the television
Save these instructions for later use.
Unplug this television equipment from the wall
outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid clean-
ers or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning.
equipment; and to protect it from overheating,
these openings, must not be blocked or covered.
The openings should never be blocked by plac-
ing the television equipment on a bed, sofa, rug,
or other similar surface. (This equipment should
never be placed near or over a radiator or heat
register.) This television equipment should not
be placed in a built-in installation such as a
bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.
4
5
6
Do not use attachments not recommended by
the television equipment manufacturer as they
may result in the risk of fire, electric shock or
other personal injury.
Do not use this television equipment near
water, for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement,
or near a swimming pool, or the like.
8
9
This television equipment should be operated
only from the type of power source indicated on
the marking label. If you are not sure of the
type of power supplied to your home, consult
your television dealer or local power company.
Do not place this television equipment on an
unstable cart, stand, or table. The television
equipment may fall, causing serious injury to a
child or adult, and serious damage to the equip-
ment. Use only with a cart or stand recom-
mended by the manufacturer, or sold with the
television equipment. Wall or shelf mounting
should follow the manufacturer's instructions,
and should use a mounting kit approved by the
manufacturer.
This television equipment is equipped with a
polarized alternating current line plug (a plug
having one blade wider than the other). This
plug will fit into the power outlet only one way.
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, con-
tact your electrician to replace your obsolete
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug.
6A An appliance and cart combination should be
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance
and cart combination to overturn.
10 Do not allow anything to rest on the power
cord. Do not locate this television equipment
where the cord will be abused by persons walk-
ing on it.
11 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on
the television equipment.
12 For added protection for this television equip-
ment during a lightning storm, or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect
the antenna or cable system. This will prevent
damage to the equipment due to lightning and
power-line surges.
2
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(f) When the television equipment exhibits a
distinct change in performance - this indi-
cates a need for service.
13 An outside antenna system should not be locat-
ed in the vicinity of overhead power lines or
other electric light or power circuits, or where it
can fall into such power lines or circuits. When
installing an outside antenna system, extreme
care should be taken to keep from touching such
power lines or circuits, as contact with them
might be fatal.
18 When replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician has used replacement
parts specified by the manufacturer that have
the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock or other hazards.
14 Do not overload wall outlets and extension
cords, as this can result in fire or electric shock.
19 Upon completion of any service or repairs to
this television equipment, ask the service tech-
nician to perform safety checks to determine
that the television is in a safe operating condi-
tion.
15 Never push objects of any kind into this televi-
sion equipment through openings, as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or short-out
parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the television
equipment.
20 If an outside antenna or cable system is con-
nected to the television receiver, be sure the
antenna or cable system is grounded so as to
provided some protection against voltage
surges and built-up static charges.
16 Do not attempt to service this television equip-
ment yourself, as opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA N0.70-1984, provides information
with respect to proper grounding of the mast
and supporting structure, grounding of the
lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size
of grounding conductors, location of
17 Unplug this television equipment from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
(a) When the power-supply cord or plug is dam-
aged or frayed.
antenna-discharge unit, connection to ground-
ing electrodes, and requirements for the ground-
ing electrode.
(b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fall-
en into the television equipment.
(c) If the television equipment has been exposed
to rain or water.
(d) If the television equipment does not operate
normally by following the operating instruc-
tions. Adjust only those controls that are cov-
ered by the operating instructions, as an
improper adjustment of other controls may
result in damage and will often require exten-
sive work by a qualified technician to restore
the TV receiver to its normal operation.
(e) If the television equipment has been
dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
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C H A P T E R
1
Overview of Your Equipment
Your TV comes with a remote control. The section below summarizes the buttons, controls, and ter-
minals that you will use with your TV.
Your TV's Front Panel
MENU STAND-BY
CH
VOL
EAR PHONE
VIDEO
AUDIO
POWER
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1 POWER
Use this button to turn your TV on or off.
2 WCHV
Use these buttons to change channels on your TV, or to select items in the menu system.
3 CVOLB
Use these buttons to change your TV's volume, to activate selections in the menu system, or to
change audio and video settings.
4 MENU
Use this button to turn the TV's menu system on and off.
5 STAND-BY(red) indicator
This indicator lights up when the power is off.
6 Remote control receiver
This receiver receives a signal from your remote control. Do not block it.
7 VIDEO IN jack
Use this jack to receive a video signal from another A/V component.
8 AUDIO IN jack
Use this jack to receive an audio signal from another A/V component.
9 EAR PHONE jack
Use this jack to receive an audio signal from your TV.
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Your TV's Back Panel
ANT
VIDEO AUDIO
1
2
3
1 Antenna terminal(ANT)
Use this terminal to attach an antenna or cable system to your TV.
2 VIDEO IN
This terminal allows the TV to receive a video signal from another component, such as a VCR.
3 AUDIO IN
This terminal allows the TV to receive an audio signal from another component, such as a VCR.
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Your Remote Control
1. POWER
Use this button to turn your TV on or off.
2. MUTE
Use to turn the TV’s sound on and off.
3. VCHW
Use these buttons to change channels on your TV, or
select items in the menu system.
2
4
1
3
4.
VOL
C B
4
Use these buttons to change your TV’s volume, to
activate selections in the menu system, or to change
audio and video settings.
5
3
5. MENU
Use this button to turn the TV’s menu system on and off.
9
6. DISPLAY
Use this button to display the channel number and status.
7. INPUT
Use this button to select TV or VIDEO mode.
11
10
6
8. VIDEO
Use this button to display video adjustment
items.
8
7
9. 0-9
Use these buttons to change channels.
10. SLEEP
Use this button to program the TV to turn off after a
certain time.
11. PREVIOUS
Use this button to return to the previous channel you
were watching.
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Installing your remote control batteries
1
2
Open the battery compartment on the back of the remote control.
Install two AA-size batteries (not included) as shown. Make sure the “+” and “-” terminals are
oriented correctly.
3
Replace the cover.
Notes
Do not mix different types of batteries, or mix an old and a new battery.
Remove and replace weak batteries. Weak batteries can leak and damage your controller. Dispose
of batteries properly; never throw them into a fire.
Point your remote at the receiver on the center of the front of the TV. Make sure the receiver is not
blocked.
The remote control can operate up to 30 feet away from the TV, if you are directly facing the front
of the TV. Operating distance diminishes as you move to the sides of the TV.
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C H A P T E R
2
Connecting an Antenna or Cable to Your TV
Your TV will provide you with the best performance if you connect it to an external antenna or
cable system. Follow the directions below to make this connection. Please note that you will nor-
mally only have to make one of the connections shown below, not all of them.
All connections will be made to the antenna terminal on the back of your TV. The antenna terminal
is a silver metal post partially surrounded by two plastic tabs. For help in locating the antenna termi-
nal, see “Your TV's Back Panel” on page 5.
Connecting an Antenna
If your antenna ends in a single coaxial lead, simply
press or screw the cable onto the antenna terminal on the
back of your TV.
If your antenna ends in a pair of 300 ohm twin leads, you must use a 300-ohm/75-ohm
adapter(available at your local electronics store). Place the leads underneath the screws on the
adapter, tighten the screws, then press the adapter onto the antenna terminal on the back of the TV.
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Antennas with two sets of leads
You might have two sets of leads from your antenna system, especially if you have one antenna for
VHF signals and one antenna for UHF signals.
If your antenna system has both a coaxial lead and twin 300-ohm leads, you must obtain a combin-
er (available at your local electronics store). Press or screw the coaxial lead onto the combiner; place
the twin leads underneath the screws on the combiner and tighten the screws. Press the cable from
combiner onto the antenna terminal on the back of your TV.
If your antenna system has two sets of twin 300-ohm leads, you must obtain a combiner (available
at your local electronics store). Place one set of twin leads underneath the screws on the combiner
and tighten the screws. Do the same with the other set of twin leads. Press the cable from the com-
biner onto antenna terminal on the back of your TV.
Connecting a cable system
If your cable set-up is not described below, please
contact your cable company for more information.
If your cable system does not require the use of a
cable box, simply press or screw the incoming cable
onto the antenna terminal on the back your TV.
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If your cable system requires you to use a converter box for all channels, connect the incoming
cable to the IN terminal on the converter box. Connect another cable between the OUT terminal on
the converter box and the antenna terminal on the TV. You will need to keep your TV tuned to
channel 3 or 4 and change channels using the converter box.
If your cable system only requires you to use a converter box for some channels (i. e. pay-TV
channels), follow these steps: Find the primary incoming coaxial cable. Plug this cable into a splitter
(available at your local electronics store). Connect one coaxial cable between one OUT terminal on
the splitter and the IN terminal on the converter box. Connect another coaxial cable between the
other OUT terminal on the splitter and the B-IN terminal on an A/B switch (available at your local
electronics store.) Connect a third coaxial cable between the OUT terminal on the converter box and
the A-IN terminal on the A/B switch. Finally, connect a coaxial cable between the OUT terminal on
the A/B switch and the antenna terminal on the back of your TV.
B
A
IN
OUT
Converter Box
When the A/B switch is in the A position, you need to change channels on the converter box (and
your TV should be tuned to channel 3 or 4); when the A/B switch is in the B position you can
change channels on the TV.
Connecting Other Pieces of Equipment
You may want to connect a VCR, laser disc player, satellite receiver, or another type of equipment
to your TV. We recommend that you follow the instructions included with the piece of equipment
you wish to connect.
Safety Note
If you plan on being away from your home for an extended period of time, or if a thunderstorm is
approaching, you should unplug your television, and you may wish to disconnect your TV from a
rooftop or satellite antenna. You do not need to disconnect your TV from a cable system.
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C H A P T E R
3
Operating Your TV
Once you have connected your TV to an antenna or cable system, plugged the TV in, and put batter-
ies in the remote, you are ready to use the TV. The first thing you should do is program your TV so
it memorizes all of available channels.
Turning Your TV On
1
To turn your TV on, press the POWER button on the remote control. You
can also use the POWER button on the front panel. Make sure your TV is
plugged in before you try to turn it on.
Programming Your TV's Channel Memory
Your TV's memory determines the channels that are available using the VCHW buttons. If a chan-
nel is not in memory, you can tune to it with the number buttons, but not with the VCHW buttons.
Follow these steps to program your TV's memory:
1
2
With the TV on, press the MENU button twice, then “Set-Up”menu will appear.
Use the VCHW buttons to select “Reception”, then use the CVOLB buttons to select ‘Air’ or
‘Cable’. If you connected an antenna to your TV, select ‘Air’; If you connected a cable system,
select ‘Cable’.
3
Use the VCHW buttons to select “Memorize Channels”, then use the CVOLB buttons to enter
the “Memorize Channels” process. Again, press the CVOLB buttons to begin.
4
5
Press the MENU button to return to Set-Up menu.
Press the MENU button three times to return to normal TV viewing.
Your TV's channel memory will not be affected by a power outage. You will not need to re-program
the memory unless you change the type of cable or antenna connected to your TV.
1
2
3-1
Set-Up
Set-Up
Set-Up
Language :
Reception :
English
Air
Language :
Reception :
English
Air
Language :
Reception :
English
Air
Memorize Channels
Add/Delete Channels
Input :
Memorize Channels
Add/Delete Channels
Input :
Memorize Channels
Add/Delete Channels
Input :
TV
TV
TV
Select
Adjust
Next
Select
Adjust
Next
Select
Adjust
Next
5
3-2
4
Memorize Channels
Set-Up
Air 11
Language :
Reception :
Memorize Channels
Add/Delete Channels
Input :
English
Air
Memorizing all air channels.
Please, stand by.
TV
Press MENU to cancel and
return to Set-Up menu.
Select
Adjust
Next
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Changing Channels
You can change channels in three ways:
1
The VCHW buttons will take you through all memorized channels,
one by one. The VCHW buttons will not access channels that have
not been programmed into the TV's memory. For more information
about programming channels into memory, see the section
1
2
“Programming your TV's Channel Memory” on the previous page.
3
2
3
The number buttons (0-9) will take you to any channel, even if it has
not been memorized. To change to a channel, enter its number; the
TV will tune to the new channel when you enter the second digit of
the channel.
The PREVIOUS button will take you instantly to the last channel
you were watching.
Changing the Volume
1
To change the volume of the TV set, use the CVOLB buttons on
the remote or on the front panel.
1
2
To quickly turn off the sound, press the MUTE button on the remote.
The ‘MUTE’ will appear on screen, colored green. To return the vol-
ume to its previous level, press MUTE again.
2
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Changing the TV's Channel Memory
Your TV's memory determines the channels that are available using the VCHW buttons. You can
add channels to this memory or remove them from memory. If a channel is removed from memory,
you can tune to it with the number buttons, but you cannot tune to it with the VCHW buttons.
If there is just one channel memorized, then the Add/Delete Channels function will search all the
channels. But if there are two or more channel memorized, then the Add/Delete Channels function
will search the memorized channels only.
Adding/Deleting a channel to memory
1
2
3
Use the number buttons to tune to the channel.
Press the MENU button twice, then “Set-Up”menu will be displayed.
Use the VCHW buttons to select “Add/Delete Channels”, then use the CVOLB buttons to
enter the “Add/Delete Channels” process.
4
If the channel is not in memory, then use the CVOLB buttons to add the channel from memory.
If the channel is in memory, then use the CVOLB buttons to delete the channel from memory.
5
6
If you are going to delete another channel, then press the VCHW buttons until desired channel
is selected. And press the CVOLB buttons to delete the channel.
7
Wait 10 seconds, or press the MENU button to return to normal TV viewing.
2
3
1
Set-Up
Set-Up
11
Language :
Reception :
English
Air
Language :
Reception :
English
Air
Memorize Channels
Add/Delete Channels
Input :
Memorize Channels
Add/Delete Channels
Input :
TV
TV
Select
Adjust
Next
Select
Adjust
Next
4
5
6
Add/Delete Channels
Add/Delete Channels
Add/Delete Channels
Air 11
This channel is not in memory.
Press VOL to add.
Air 11
This channel is in memory.
Press VOL to delete.
Air 11
This channel is in memory.
Press VOL to delete.
Press CH for other channels.
Press CH for other channels.
Press CH for other channels.
Press MENU to return
to Set-Up menu.
Press MENU to return
to Set-Up menu.
Press MENU to return
to Set-Up menu.
Displaying the Current Channel
1
To quickly see the current channel number and status, press DISPLAY button on
the remote control.
The current channel number and status will be displayed.
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Changing the TV's Input
Normally, your TV displays the signal coming through the antenna terminal. However, If you’ve
connected another component to your TV(such as a VCR) using the Video/Audio input, you will
want to be able to view the signal from the component.
To do this, you will need to switch from the ‘TV’ input to the ‘ Line ‘ Input, as follows.
1
2
3
4
With the TV on, press the MENU button twice, then “ Set-Up “ menu will appear.
Use the VCHW buttons to select “ Input “.
Press the CVOLB buttons to change from ‘TV’ to ‘ Line ‘.
Wait 10 seconds, or press the MENU button to return to normal TV viewing.
1
2
3
Set-Up
Set-Up
Set-Up
Language :
Reception :
English
Air
Language :
Reception :
English
Air
Language :
Input :
English
Line
Memorize Channels
Add/Delete Channels
Input :
Memorize Channels
Add/Delete Channels
Input :
TV
TV
Select
Adjust
Next
Select
Adjust
Next
Select
Adjust
Next
When connecting an Video/Audio cable from the Video/Audio out jack on the VCR to the
Video/Audio in jack on the front of your TV, and your TV’s back panel at the same time, the former
takes precedence over the latter.
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Adjusting Video Settings
You may wish to adjust the video settings (e. g. contrast or color) to obtain the most pleasing pic-
ture. To do so, follow these directions:
1
2
With the TV on, press the MENU button, then “Video” menu will appear.
The “Settings” item will be selected. Use the CVOLB buttons to turn Settings to Preset or
Custom.
3
Use the VCHW buttons to select the video setting you wish to adjust. Descriptions of the video
settings are on the next page.
4
5
6
Use the CVOLB buttons to adjust the video setting to the level you prefer.
Use the VCHW buttons to select another video setting to adjust.
When you are finished, press the MENU button until menu disappears.
1
2
3
Video
Video
Video
Settings :
Custom
Settings :
Preset
Settings :
Preset
Contrast
Brightness
Sharpness
Color
Contrast
Brightness
Sharpness
Color
Contrast
Brightness
Sharpness
Color
Tint
Tint
Tint
Select
Adjust
Next
Select
Adjust
Next
Select
Adjust
Next
4
5
6
Contrast
Brightness
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Returning to the factory settings
If you would like to return to the original video settings, as they were calibrated at the factory, fol-
low these steps :
1
2
With the TV on, press the MENU button, then “Video” menu will appear.
Press the CVOLB buttons to set the “Settings” to ‘Preset’.
The TV will remember the ‘Custom’ settings you had previously chosen. When you set “Settings”
to ‘Custom’ again, your previous custom settings will be restored.
1
2
Video
Video
Settings :
Custom
Settings :
Preset
Contrast
Brightness
Sharpness
Color
Contrast
Brightness
Sharpness
Color
Tint
Tint
Select
Adjust
Next
Select
Adjust
Next
Descriptions of video settings
The contrast setting controls the relation between the light and black areas of the screen. If the light
areas are too bright and are losing details, press the CVOL button; if the picture is gray and lacks
contrast, press the VOLB button.
The brightness setting controls the overall amount of light in the picture. If the picture is too bright,
press the CVOL button; if the picture is too dark, press the VOL B button.
Sharpness controls how the TV displays edges of objects on-screen. If the TV shows multiple verti-
cal lines at the edges of an object, press the CVOL button; if the vertical edges of on-screen objects
are fuzzy, press the VOLB button.
The color setting controls the intensity of color. If the color is over-saturated, press the CVOL but-
ton; if the color is washed out, press the VOLB button.
The tint setting controls the relationship of red and green in a picture. Tint is especially noticeable in
flesh tones. If flesh tones seem too red or purple, press the VOLB button; if flesh tones are too
green, press the CVOL button.
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4
Using Timer Functions
Your TV has a built in-clock, and you can set the TV to turn on and off at times that you select. You
can also set your TV to turn off after counting down a certain amount of time.
Setting the Clock
1
2
With the TV turned on, press the MENU button until “Time” menu is displayed.
The “Set Clock” item will be selected. Press the CVOLB buttons to set the clock.
If you hold down either CVOL or VOLB button, the corresponding numbers will change more
quickly.
3
When the clock is set correctly, use the VCHW buttons to select another “Time” function, or
press the MENU button to return to normal TV viewing.
1
2
3
Time
Time
Time
Set Clock :
:
Set Clock :
12 : 00 AM
Set Clock :
12 : 00 AM
Wake-Up time :
Off time :
:
:
Wake-Up time :
Off time :
:
:
Wake-Up time :
Off time :
:
:
Sleep Timer :
0 min
Sleep Timer :
0 min
Sleep Timer :
0 min
Select
Adjust
Next
Select
Adjust
Next
Select
Adjust
Next
Settings the Wake-Up Time
If you enter a time in the “Wake-Up time” setting, your TV will automatically turn on at that time.
Follow these instructions to set the “Wake-Up time”.
After Wake-up Timer turned on the TV set, if user does not input the user control (e.g. remote CH
or VOL key) within 15 minutes, the TV set will turn off automatically. If user inputs the user con-
trol within 15 minutes, the TV set will turn on continuously.
It is a safety feature to prevent any kind of problem without human control.
1
2
3
With the TV turned on, press the MENU button until “Time” menu is displayed.
Use the VCHW buttons to select “Wake-Up time” item.
If you hold down either CVOL or VOLB button, the corresponding numbers will change more
quickly.
4
When the setting is correct, use the VCHW buttons to select another “Time” function, or press
the MENU button to return until menu disappears.
1
2
3
Time
Time
Time
Set Clock :
Wake-Up time :
Off time :
12 : 00 AM
:
:
Set Clock :
Wake-Up time :
Off time :
12 : 00 AM
:
:
Set Clock :
Wake-Up time :
Off time :
1 2 : 00 AM
06 : 30 AM
:
Sleep Timer :
0 min
Sleep Timer :
0 min
Sleep Timer :
0 min
Select
Adjust
Next
Select
Adjust
Next
Select
Adjust
Next
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Setting the Off Time
If you enter a time in the “Off time” setting, your TV will automatically turn off at that time. Follow
these instructions to set the “Off time”.
1
2
3
With the TV turned on, press the MENU button until “Time” menu is displayed.
Use the VCHW buttons to select “Off time” item.
If you hold down either CVOL or VOLB button, the corresponding numbers will change more
quickly.
4
When the setting is correct, use the VCHW buttons to select another “Time” function, or press
the MENU button until menu disappears.
1
2
3
Time
Time
Time
Set Clock :
Wake-Up time :
Off time :
12 : 00 AM
06 : 30 AM
:
Set Clock :
Wake-Up time :
Off time :
1 2 : 00 AM
06 : 30 AM
:
Set Clock :
Wake-Up time :
Off time :
1 2 : 00 AM
06 : 30 AM
1 1 : 30 PM
0 min
Sleep Timer :
0 min
Sleep Timer :
0 min
Sleep Timer :
Select
Adjust
Next
Select
Adjust
Next
Select
Adjust
Next
Canceling the Wake-Up Time or Off Time
If you would like to cancel the Wake-up Time or the Off Time, Press the CVOLB buttons until the
time settings return to “- -:- -”.
The Wake-Up Time and Off Time will not function correctly unless the clock has been set.
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Setting the Sleep Timer
The sleep timer allows you to set an amount of time from 15 minutes to 120 minutes.
The TV will count down the amount of time you set, then turn itself off.
To set the sleep timer:
1
2
3
With the TV turned on, press the MENU button until “Time” menu is displayed.
Use the VCHW buttons to select “Sleep Timer” item.
Use the CVOLB buttons to set the sleep time. Each time you press VOL, you step between the
available sleep times : 15min, 30min, 45min, 60min, 90min, and 120min.
4
5
When the setting is correct, use the VCHW buttons to select another “Time” function, or press
the MENU button until menu disappears.
You can also set the “Sleep Timer” during normal TV viewing, simply by pressing the SLEEP
button on the remote control. This button steps through the available sleep times (see step 3), one
by one.
To cancel the Sleep timer, turn the TV off, or set the sleep time to “0” using one of the methods
described above.
1
2
3
Time
Time
Time
Set Clock :
Wake-Up time :
Off time :
1 2 : 00 AM
06 : 30 AM
1 1 : 30 PM
0 min
Set Clock :
Wake-Up time :
Off time :
1 2 : 00 AM
06 : 30 AM
1 1 : 30 PM
0 min
Set Clock :
Wake-Up time :
Off time :
1 2 : 00 AM
06 : 30 AM
1 1 : 30 PM
60 min
Sleep Timer :
Sleep Timer :
Sleep Timer :
Select
Adjust
Next
Select
Adjust
Next
Select
Adjust
Next
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C H A P T E R
5
Additional Features
This section contains descriptions of the more advanced features of your TV.
Changing the Language of the On-screen Menus
You can choose to display the on-screen menus in English, Spanish or French.
To change the on-screen language:
1
2
With the TV on, press the MENU button twice, then “Set-Up” menu will appear.
The “Language” item will be selected. Press the CVOLB buttons to select the language you
want to use: English, Spanish or French.
3
To return normal TV viewing, press the MENU button until menu disappears.
1
Set-Up
Language :
Reception :
English
Air
Memorize Channels
Add/Delete Channels
Input :
TV
Select
Adjust
Next
Captioning
Many TV shows contain “Closed Captions”. These captions are hidden words that can be displayed
on your TV screen. There are two types of these words : “captions” usually follow the action
on-screen, providing a written version of the dialogue, narration, and sound effects ; “text” is not
usually related to the action on-screen, often providing information such as news or weather. A TV
program might be providing more than one set of captions or one set of text.
To set your TV to display captions or text;
1
2
With the TV turned on, press the MENU button until “Special” menu is displayed.
The “Closed Caption” item should be selected. To turn captioning on, use the CVOLB buttons
to select Captions (C1 or C2) or Text (T1 or T2).
At the time these instructions were written, only C1 was available, but feel free to try the other
selections.
3
Wait 10 seconds, or press the MENU button to return to normal TV viewing.
Your setting will remain intact until you change it.
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CC on Mute
When the sound is muted, user can select the caption display. It will display the caption content
instead of sound mute.
1
2
3
With the TV turned on, press the MENU button until “Special” menu is displayed.
Use the VCHW buttons to select “CC on Mute” item.
Use the CVOLB buttons to select “C1” or “C2”.
Power Restore
User can select the On/Off status when the power cord is plugged into the wall outlet. If user has a
cable box with AC outlet, then user can connect the TV power cord to the AC outlet and control the
TV without TV remote control. This function is rarely used for home use, so special care is needed
while using.
1
2
3
With the TV turned on, press the MENU button until “Special” menu is displayed.
Use the VCHW buttons to select “Power Restore” item.
Use the CVOLB buttons to select “On” or “Off”.
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Parental Control Settings
This item helps parents to set the standard for the programs which their children are going to watch.
1
2
3
4
With the TV on, press the MENU button until “Special” menu appears.
Use the VCHW buttons to select “Parental Control” item.
Use the CVOLB buttons to enter into “Parental Control” settings.
Use the number buttons(0-9) to enter your password, then “Parental Control” menu will be dis-
played. If this is the first time you are using your “Parental Control” menu, after entering your
password you have to remember it.
5
6
The Parental Lock feature will be selected. Use the CVOLB buttons to toggle “On” or “Off”.
Use the VCHW buttons to select the Parental Control settings you wish to adjust.
Descriptions of the Parental Control settings are on the next page.
7
8
Use the CVOLB buttons to adjust the Parental Control settings.
Use the MENU button to return to the menu one level up.
1-1
Special
Closed Caption :
CC on Mute :
Power Restore :
Parental Control
Off
Off
Off
Enter a new Password
- - - -
Repeat the Password
# # # #
0-9 : Adjust
0-9 : Adjust
Prev.
Prev.
Select
Adjust
Exit
1-2
Parental Control
Parental Lock : On
TV Guidelines
Movie Ratings
No Rating : Unblock
Ext. Source : Unblock
Change Password
Select
Adjust
Prev.
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Description of Parental Control Settings
1. The TV Guidelines set the standard for TV programs excluding sports and news.
Use the VCHW buttons to select, CVOLB buttons to adjust. You can set individual
settings with CVOLB buttons.
2. The Movie Ratings set the standard for movie, video, and other media excluding TV programs.
Use the VCHW buttons to select, CVOLB buttons to adjust.
3. The No Rating item toggles between “Unblock” and “Block”. This item determines
whether to block or not the programs which are not rated by “Movie Ratings ” and “TV
Guidelines”. Use VOL buttons to change the settings.
4. The Set Password item let you change the password for entering Parental Control item.
You had better change the initial password “0000”. Use CVOLB buttons to enter the pass-
word input display, and use the number buttons(0-9) to enter new password. After you
entered the new password, a confirmation display will appear. Type the password again.
1-1
Parental Control
1-2
Rating All FV D L S V
Parental Lock : On
TV Guidelines
Movie Ratings
No Rating : Unblock
Ext. Source : Unblock
Change Password
TV-MA
TV-14
TV-PG
TV-G
TV-Y7
TV-Y
[
: Block]
Prev.
Select
Adjust
Prev.
Select
Adjust
2-1
2-2
Parental Control
X
Parental Lock : On
TV Guidelines
Movie Ratings
NC-17
R
PG-13
PG
G
No Rating : Unblock
Ext. Source : Unblock
Change Password
[
: Block]
Prev.
NR
Select
Adjust
Prev.
Select
Adjust
3-1
4
Parental Control
Parental Control
Parental Lock : On
TV Guidelines
Parental Lock : On
TV Guidelines
Movie Ratings
Movie Ratings
No Rating : Unblock
Ext. Source : Unblock
Change Password
No Rating : Unblock
Ext. Source : Unblock
Change Password
Select
Adjust
Prev.
Select
Adjust
Prev.
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C H A P T E R
6
Troubleshooting
Your CurtisMathes television is designed to give you trouble-free performance for many years. If you
have a problem with your TV, try the solutions listed below.
If the suggestions listed below do not solve your problem, contact your CurtisMathes dealer or an
authorized CurtisMathes service center. You can also call CurtisMathes directly at 1-800-270-4535.
There is no picture or sound, or the TV dosen't turn on.
• Make sure the TV is plugged in.
• Make sure the MUTE is not set.
• Make sure the power is on.
• If there is neither picture or sound, unplug the TV for 30 seconds, then plug it in and try again.
There is no picture or sound on some UHF channels.
• Try another station. If the other stations are OK, it may be a station problem.
• Check that the antenna is connected, is in good working order, has no broken wires, and is adjust-
ed correctly.
• See if anything is interfering with the antenna signal.
• Make sure the AIR/CABLE setting is correct.
The sound is OK, but the picture is poor.
• Try another station. If the other stations are OK, it may be a station problem.
• Check that the antenna is connected and is in good working order, has no broken wires, and is
adjusted correctly.
The picture is OK, but the sound is poor.
• Try another station. If the other stations are OK, it may be a station problem.
• Check that the antenna is connected, is in good working order, has no broken wires, and is adjust-
ed correctly.
There is poor reception on some channels.
• Try another station. If the other stations are OK, it may be a station problem.
• Check that the antenna is connected, is in good working order, has no broken wires, and is adjust-
ed correctly.
You cannot tune to a cable channel.
• Make sure the AIR/CABLE setting is correct.
• The channel may not be programmed into memory.
The picture rolls, slants, shows lines, is grainy, has poor color, or has ghosts.
• Try another station. If the other stations are OK, it may be a station problem.
• Check that the antenna is connected, is in good working order, has no broken wires, and is adjust-
ed correctly.
• See if anything is interfering with the antenna signal.
The remote control does not work.
• Make sure the TV is plugged in.
• Make sure there are fresh batteries in the remote control.
• Make sure there is nothing blocking the remote control signal.
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R E M O T E
CurtisMathes ORIGINAL REMOTE CONTROL
Please call 1-800-270-4525 to order a replacement CurtisMathes original remote control. Exact replacement of your original remote
control will allow access to all the features of this product.
UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROLS
Optionally, you may desire to purchase a universal remote control available at most electronics Super Stores including Kmart.
Please see compatibility chart below with remote control codes for the different categories of CurtisMathes video products. This
chart is provided as an aid to help you program your new universal remote control with the correct CurtisMathes code. The chart
below is not provided as an endorsement for the brands listed but purely to facilitate the programming of your new universal remote
control. For additional information on universal remotes, please contact your universal remote control manufacturer directly.
Brand of
Universal Remote
ONE for All
CurtisMathes
TV/VCR Combo
Color Television
CODE SEARCHING
0624, 0451, 0092,
0019, 0039,
VCR
CODE SEARCHING
0278,
CODE SEARCHING
0278, 0045
0035
0035, 0041, 0060,
0202
0030, 0060, 0154,
0466, 1147, 1347
4664, 4655, 4633,
4632, 4623, 4598,
4574, 4573, 4572,
4494, 4465, 4446,
4431, 4424, 4401
SOLE Control
6610, 6790, 6789,
6788, 6752, 6688,
6632, 6621, 6604,
6610, 6790, 6789,
6788, 6752, 6688,
6632, 6621, 6604,
6804, 6765, 6732,
6731, 6680, 6657,
6804, 6765, 6732,
6731, 6680, 6657,
4641, 4614, 4531,
4521, 4516, 4480,
4439, 4415
RCA
190, 004, 005, 006,
016, 017, 018, 126,
127, 171,
027, 015, 017, 019,
025, 026, 028, 110,
027, 015, 017, 019,
025, 026, 028, 110,
000, 002, 009, 013,
018, 016, 021, 022,
024, 115,
000, 002, 009, 013,
018, 016, 021, 022,
024, 115,
000, 015, 105, 162,
SEARCH or
SONY
TV – TV Code
SEARCH or
041, 035, 036, 003,
019, 023,
VCR – VCR Code
044, 015, 012,
007, 041,
ZENITH
CODE SEARCH
311, 002, 102, 110,
203, 214, 221, 303,
314, 403, 407, 502,
503, 505, 512, 611,
805,
CODE SEARCH
334, 505,
CODE SEARCH
334, 033, 133, 134,
234, 434, 533, 642,
034, 143, 233, 532,
631, 637, 831, 932,
103, 112, 502, 506,
601, 701,
JENSEN
477, 473, 468, 465,
459, 455, 453, 414,
448, 442, 411,
674, 672, 623, 622,
613,
670, 663, 645, 628,
626, 610, 607,
674, 672, 623, 622,
613,
670, 663, 645, 628,
626, 610, 607,
NOTE :Universal remote controls do not always enable the user to operate all features provided in your new
television or video product.
Remote
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WARRANTY
Warranty Information
Limited Warranty
The manufacturer warrants that this product is free from defective material and
workmanship. The manufacturer further warrants that if the product fails to operate
properly within the specified warranty period and the failure is due to improper
workmanship or defective material, themanufacturer will repair or replace the product
at it's option. All warranty repairs must be performed by a CurtisMathes authorized
service center. The name and address of the service center nearest you can be obtained
by calling the number below toll free:
Terms of Warranty
· Labor: Ninety days for carry-in service
· Parts: One (1) year
· Picture Tube: 2 years
On carry-in models, transportation to and from the service center is the customer's
responsibility.The customer's original dated receipt is the only proof of purchase
accepted for warranty claims. It must be presented to the Curtis Mathes authorized
service center at the time the service is requested. No exceptions can be made.
Exclusions
This warranty does not cover damage due to accident, misuse, neglect, fire, flood,
and/or acts of God;incorrect line voltage, improper installation, improper or
unauthorized repairs, commercial use, incorrect wiring not our own, unauthorized
modification, or damage which occurs in shipping, or use in violation of supplied
instructions, nor products which have been repaired or altered outside the factory,
nor cases where the serial number thereof has been removed, defaced or changed.
Exterior and interior finish, lamps, glass, and temperature probes, if supplied are not
covered under this warranty. Customer adjustments, which are explained in the
instruction manual, are not covered under the terms of this warranty. The warranty
is only valid on products purchased and used in the United States and Puerto Rico.
This warranty is in lieu of all warranties expressed or implied and no representative
or person is authorized to assume for us any other liability in connection with the sale
of this electronic product.
Initially defective product Over-the-Counter Exchange
"Initially defective" is described as when the dealer opens the product carton and finds
that the product is inoperative or a customer opens a new product and finds that the
product is inoperable. The product may be returned to the factory by the dealer only for
exchange. Under no circumstances will the customer be permitted to return the defective
product directly to the factory. The customermust return the product directly to the dealer
where the product was purchased for exchange. Exchanges will be made on initially
defective products returned to the dealer within 10 days of original date of purchase.
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This product is listed by Underwriter's Laboratories, Inc. It is
designed and manufactured to meet rigid U.L. safety standards
against X-radiation, fire casualty and electrical hazards.
FCC RULES: "THIS TELEVISION RECEIVER PROVIDES
DISPLAY OF TELEVISION CLOSED
CAPTIONING IN ACCORDANCE WITH
SECTION 15.119 OF THE FCC RULES."
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