Sharp 32C231 32C231 Operation Manual

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    COLOR TELEVISION MODEL 32C231 L OPERATION MANUAL L POWER As an ENERGY STAR ® Partner, SHARP has determined that this product Calling for Service 38 • Calling for Service 38 • Specifications 39 • Limited Warranty 50 This operation manual includes basic operating instructions in Spanish and
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    greatest satisfaction and enjoyment from your new SHARP Color Television set for years to come. Please read these instructions carefully, and keep them handy for your future reference. IMPORTANT To aid reporting in case of loss or theft, please record the TV's model and serial numbers in the space
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    TV set or other heavy items. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CAUTION: Please read all of these instructions before you operate your television and save these instructions and servicing. 1. Unplug this television television equipment where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it. 3 32C231(01-04)
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    equipment has been exposed to rain or water. D. If the television equipment does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often
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    back of the television set in a place where free airflow will be restricted. • Any magnetic force may disturb the color picture. Make sure that magnets, electric clocks, toys using magnets or any other magnetic substance, such as iron are kept well away from the TV set. Power Your TV operates on 120
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    keys. Two-set A signal OUT IN splitter Cable TV Line B OUT (not IN supplied) Cable TV converter/ descrambler (not supplied) Note: • Consult your SHARP Dealer or Service Center for the type of splitter, RF switch or combiner that might be required. 6 32C231(05-06) 6 3/27/03, 11:13 AM
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    Quick Reference Control Operation • Part Names Front to external video INPUT 3 mode. Press 4 times → Switches back to the original TV mode. See page 37. CHANNEL UP/DOWN (a) Selects next higher channel. (s) Selects when in Closed Caption mode. 32C231(07) 7 7 3/27/03, 11:13 AM Dimension: 140mm x
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    following instructions before pressing the POWER button. (1) Insert the batteries into the remote control. (See page 5) (2) Connect the antenna cable to the TV set. -30 for more information on manually memorizing the channels using CHANNEL SETTING. 8 32C231(08-09) 8 3/27/03, 11:13 AM
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    via the MAIN MENU screen by pressing MENU on the TV set. • Some features of your TV set are not accessible without the Remote Control. If you lost your Remote Control, contact a Sharp Service Center for a replacement. (On the Set) MENU button 32C231(08-09) 9 9 3/27/03, 11:13 AM Dimension: 140mm
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    FRANCA I S CH 6 Press MENU to exit. Sleep Timer • You can preset your television to turn off automatically in increments of 30, 60, 90, or 120 minutes. 1 right before shutting off the TV. • If you turn the POWER OFF, the SLEEP TIMER will automatically reset. 10 32C231(10-11) 10 3/27/03
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    8/9 to select the desired adjustment item. (Refer to the diagram below.) PICTURE TINT COLOR BRIGHT CH RESET COLOR TEMP. SHARP CH : CH : CH 5 Press VOL +/- to adjust the setting. P as COMPONENT can be set independently. 11 32C231(10-11) 11 3/27/03, 11:13 AM Dimension: 140 X 215 mm
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    TV sound. • You can enjoy Hi-Fi stereo sound or SAP broadcasts where available. Stereo broadcasts Live television broadcasts of sports, shows, concerts, etc. can be received in dynamic stereo sound. SAP broadcasts Television by manually 32C231(12-13) 12 3/27/03, 11:13 AM Dimension: 140 X 215
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    if the TV set receives a stereo broadcast. You must switch the mode back to STEREO if you want to hear stereo sound again. • Selecting MTS while receiving video signals from INPUT terminals does not change the type of sound; in this case, sound is determined by the video source. 32C231(12-13
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    etc.) if signal conditions are poor or if there are problems at the broadcast source. This does not necessarily indicate a problem with your TV. • If any button is pressed to call up the occur, switch the Closed Caption mode to "OFF". 14 32C231(14-16) 14 3/27/03, 11:14 AM Dimension: 140 X 215 mm
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    Parent Control (V-CHIP Operation) L V-CHIP • This function allows you to restrict TV programs and also allows you to control TV usage based on FCC data. This function is to prevent your children from watching violence or sexual scenes that may be harmful. • Restriction of TV programs includes two
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    Parent Control (V-CHIP Operation) (Continued) • TV PARENTAL GUIDELINES (Example) Example 1.1 : Age Based setting Clear V s (block) from each "AGE" box for all ratings. This will automatically unblock everything. TV-Y TV-Y7 TV-G TV-PG TV-14 T V -MA AGE D L S V FV ---- - ---- ---- - - - - -
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    Parent Control (V-CHIP Operation) (Continued) • How to set V-CHIP [1] MPAA RATING VOLUME (k)/(l) CONTROL screen) MPAA TV GU I DEL I NES DOWNLOAD : OFF STATUS : OFF (V-CHIP select screen) G PG PG- 1 3 R NC- 1 7 X : ----- : BLOCK : BLOCK : BLOCK : BLOCK : BLOCK MENU : RETURN 32C231(17-18) 17
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    Parent Control (V-CHIP Operation) (Continued) 7 TV-Y TV-Y7 TV-G TV-PG TV-14 T V -MA AGE D L S V FV ---- - V ---- V V ---- - V VVVV - V VVVV - V -VVV - : V I EW V : BLOCK MENU : RETURN Note: • If SECRET No. is not set, enter a SECRET No. as show in steps 7 and 8 of [1] MPAA RATING. 18 32C231
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    Control (V-CHIP Operation)C(Conotnintiuneude)d) CH CH 3 Press VOL +/- to select "DOWNLOAD : ON". MPAA TV GU I DEL I NES DOWNLOAD : OFF STATUS : OFF MPAA TV GU I DEL I NES REMOTE KEYPAD VOLUME (k)/(l) CHANNEL UP (a)/ DOWN data". 19 32C231(19-22) 19 3/27/03, 11:14 AM Dimension: 140 X 215 mm
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    Control (V-CHIP Operation) (Continued) pressing CH 8/9 and VOL +/- if you select "Cdn. French Ratings" in step 2. CH → CH MPAA TV GU I DEL I NES Cdn . Eng l i sh Ra t i ngs Cdn . F r ench to download up to 4 different rating systems. 20 32C231(19-22) 20 3/27/03, 11:14 AM Dimension: 140 X 215 mm
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    Press VOL +/ - to activate the V-CHIP BLOCK. (If STATUS is OFF, V-CHIP BLOCK will not operate.) CH → CH MPAA TV GU I DEL I NES DOWNLOAD : OF F STATUS : ON (V-CHIP select screen) 3 Press MENU, V-CHIP BLOCK will be activated again. 21 32C231(19-22) 21 3/27/03, 11:14 AM Dimension: 140 X 215 mm
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    Parent Control (V-CHIP Operation) (Continued) • To change the V-CHIP BLOCK setting after registering a "INPUT SECRET No." will be displayed. 2 Press and hold both VOL + and CH 8 on the TV set simultaneously until the message "INPUT SECRET No." disappears. (On the Set) 3 Press the MENU button
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    in 30 minutes intervals. OFF TIME (Restricts TV viewing after the VIEWING TIME reaches zero.) ON the "VIEW TIMER". (If STATUS is OFF, VIEW TIMER will not operate.) CH → CH 8 Press MENU. "INPUT SECRET No." will be SECRET No . ---- 32C231(23-26) 23 23 3/27/03, 11:14 AM Dimension: 140 X 215 mm
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    456 789 → ENTER 0 100 Example: • To restrict anybody from watching TV for more than 5 hours, after watching the TV for 2 hours, your settings would look like the one on the right. NPUT SECRET No . ---- T I ME OVER I NPUT SECRET No . 24 32C231(23-26) 24 3/27/03, 11:14 AM Dimension: 140 X 215 mm
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    displayed. I NPUT SECRET No . ---- 2 Press and hold both VOL + and CH 8 on the TV set simultaneously until the VIEW TIMER access screen is displayed. Now you can cancel the VIEW TIMER settings or 0H 05M REMAIN VIEWING TIME 0 REMAIN 32C231(23-26) 25 25 3/27/03, 11:14 AM Dimension: 140 X 215 mm
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    on the environment. When this feature is turned on, it reduces the brightness of the TV to a level that consumes approximately 20 percent less energy than when the feature is turned screen) ENERGY SAVE : ON 5 Press MENU to exit. 26 32C231(23-26) 26 3/27/03, 11:14 AM Dimension: 140 X 215 mm
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    Set Up L EZ Setup By operating the channel preset functions, you can preset your TV to the desired channels for viewing. 1 Press MENU to access the MAIN MENU screen. 2 screen) PL EASE WA I T AUTO PROGRAMM I NG 125 S TOP START 2 27 32C231(27-28) 27 3/27/03, 11:14 AM Dimension: 140 X 215 mm
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    does not memorize all the channels in your region, follow the instructions below to manually memorize the channel. 1 Press MENU to access the MAIN MENU CABLE HRC CABLE I RC (AIR/CABLE screen) Note: • Receivable channels of your TV set are: AIR channels: VHF: 2 through 13. UHF: 14 through 69.
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    VOL +. The tuner will search through all available channels in your area and add them into the TV memory. (START) To stop: Press VOL -. CH SEARCH will stop at the current channel and or 7 8 9 ENTER CH 0 100 (CH SETTING screen) 32C231(29-30) 29 29 3/27/03, 11:14 AM Dimension: 140 X 215 mm
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    the screen blue if a broadcast signal is not received. After 15 minutes of non-reception, the TV will turn off automatically. 1 Press MENU to access the MAIN MENU screen. 2 Press CH ON". (BLUE SCREEN select screen) BLUE SCREEN : ON 30 32C231(29-30) 30 3/27/03, 11:14 AM Dimension: 140 X 215 mm
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    due to weak signals, or too much noise might activate the BLUE SCREEN function despite the presence of a broadcast signal. To continue watching TV under these conditions, switch the BLUE SCREEN "OFF". • While INPUT 1, 2, or 3 (COMPONENT) is selected, the BLUE SCREEN will not be shown even if
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    INPUT" when it is not in use. Press VOL +/- to select "OFF". (AUTO INPUT select screen) AUTO I NPUT : OFF ( I NPUT2) 6 Press MENU to exit. 32 32C231(31-34) 32 3/27/03, 11:14 AM Dimension: 140 X 215 mm
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    BLUE SCREEN L ANGUAGE CH SETT I NG AUTO I NPUT CH / I NPUT I D SCREEN FORMAT (SET UP screen) CH / I NPUT I D AIR 10 ID :____ (CH/INPUT ID screen) 32C231(31-34) 33 33 3/27/03, 11:14 AM Dimension: 140 X 215 mm
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    _ _". CH CH ID : ____ RESET MENU : RETURN (ID Input screen) ID : TV12 RESE T MENU : RETURN Example TV 12 ID : TV12 RESE T MENU : RETURN ID : ____ RESET MENU : RETURN 6 Press MENU to exit. Note: • delete a registered ID to make room. 34 32C231(31-34) 34 3/27/03, 11:14 AM Dimension: 140 X 215 mm
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    , if the picture appears stretched vertically as in screen A below, switch to 16:9 mode. The picture will return to normal as shown in screen B. Sreen A (4:3) → 32C231(35-37) 35 Sreen B (16:9) 35 3/27/03, 11:15 AM Dimension: 140 X 215 mm
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    OUTPUT CAMCORDER To AUDIO OUTPUT (L) To AUDIO OUTPUT (R) (Rear connection terminals of TV) TV GAME VCR DVD Yellow : To video input terminal White : To audio input (L) terminal Red : To audio input (R) terminal 36 32C231(35-37) 36 To VIDEO OUTPUT To AUDIO OUTPUT (L) To AUDIO OUTPUT (R) To
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    whenever necessary. • For detailed information on the connection and use of auxiliary equipment, refer to the instruction manuals of the equipment being used. • The connection cables/cords can be obtained from your local video store. 37 32C231(35-37) 37 3/27/03, 11:15 AM Dimension: 140 X 215 mm
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    trouble with a slight adjustment of the controls. QUICK SERVICE CHECK LIST PROBLEM with TV's Operation Color on Service For location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer, or to obtain product literature accessories, supplies, or customer assistance, please call 1-800-BE-SHARP. 38 32C231
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    Specifications MODEL Receiving System Stereo Broadcast Reception Channels AIR VHF UHF CATV Channel Tuning Antenna Input Impedance Screen Size Terminals Sound Output Power Source Power Consumption Dimensions Weight (approx.) 32C231 NTSC MTS/SAP 2-13 ch 14-69 ch 1-125 ch 181-channel
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    modificación o cancelación que se le pueda solicitar a SHARP bajo el Acta de seguridad de productos de consumidor de con el aparato. "Nota para el instalador del sistema de TV por cable: Esta nota tiene el propósito de llamar la 32C231(40-42) 40 3/27/03, 11:15 AM Dimension: 140mm x
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    permita que se apoye nada sobre el cable de alimentación. No ponga este televisor donde el cable pueda ser deformado por personas que caminen sobre él. 32C231(40-42) 41 41 3/27/03, 11:15 AM Dimension: 140mm x 215mm
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    que tengan las mismas características que las piezas originales. Las piezas de recambio no autorizadas pueden causar incendios, descargas eléctricas u 42 otros peligros. 32C231(40-42) 42 3/27/03, 11:15 AM Dimension: 140mm x 215mm
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    Aumenta el sonido. (l) Disminuye el sonido. • Cambia o selecciona los ajustes de TV en la visualización en pantalla. Ventanilla del transmisor de infrarrojos ENTRADA (INPUT) Pulsando el canal de recepción por un corto tiempo. 32C231(43-44) 43 43 3/27/03, 11:15 AM Dimension: 140mm x 215mm
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    de ruido eléctrico externo con el funcionamento del televisor El color se ve distorsionado en parte de la pantalla LISTA DE COMPROBACIONES Técnico Autorizado de Sharp más próximo o para conseguir material de información, repuestos o asistencia técnica, llame a 1-800-BE-SHARP. 44 32C231(43-44) 44
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    client concernant la garantie des pièces, du service et des travaux applicable à votre achat. LA de la modification ou du rappel de votre produit que SHARP peut être amené à fournir conformément à la que des instructions de fonctionnement 32C231(45-47) 45 45 3/27/03, 11:15 AM Dimension: 140mm x 215mm
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    . 5. Ne placez pas cet équipement sur un chariot, un support ou une table instable. La télévision peut tomber et provoquer de ou sur une tablette doit être réalisée conformément aux instructions du fabricant et à l'aide d'un kit de montage approuvé 32C231(45-47) 46 3/27/03, 11:15 AM Dimension:
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    PRÉCAUTIONS IMPORTANTES (Suite) 13. Respectez tous les avertissements et instructions mentionnés sur la télévision. 14. Si une antenne extérieure est raccordée à peuvent occasionner un incendie, une électrocution ou d'autres risques. 47 32C231(45-47) 47 3/27/03, 11:15 AM Dimension: 140mm x 215mm
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    le volume du son. (l) Pour diminuer le volume du son. • Modifie ou sélectionne les réglages TV sur l'affichage sur écran. SOURDINE (MUTE) Appuyer → Mise en sourdine du son. Appuyer de nouveau le canal reçu en mode Sous-titres. 48 32C231(48-49) 48 3/27/03, 11:15 AM Dimension: 140mm x 215mm
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    sombre et vide) Pour connaître l'emplacement du centre de service après-vente agréé Sharp le plus proche ou pour obtenir de la documentation sur les produits, des accessoires, des consommables ou une aide au consommateur, appelez le 1-800-BE-SHARP. 32C231(48-49) 49 49 3/27/03, 11:15 AM Dimension
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    VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. Model Specific Section Your Product Model Number & Description: Warranty Period for this Product: Additional Item(s) Excluded from Warranty Coverage (if any): Where to Obtain Service: What to Do to Obtain Service: 32C231, 32 inch Color Television (Be sure to have this
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    Notes 32C231(50-52) 51 51 3/27/03, 11:15 AM Dimension: 140mm x 215mm
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    SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135 32C231(50-52) 52 Printed in Mexico TINS-A708WJZZ 3/27/03, 11:15 AM
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Dimension: 140mm x 215mm
COLOR TELEVISION
MODEL
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CONTENTS
PAGE
IMPORTANT INFORMATION/IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
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2–4
Supplied Accessories
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5
Before Operating Your Television
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5
Antenna Connections
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5, 6
Quick Reference Control Operation
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7
EZ SETUP during First Use
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8
Demo Mode
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9
Accessing the MAIN MENU screen without
Remote Control
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9
• Language
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10
Sleep Timer
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10
Video Adjust
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11
Audio Select
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12, 13
MTS (Multichannel TV Sound)
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12
AUDIO ADJUST
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13
This operation manual includes basic operating
instructions in Spanish and French.
SPANISH is on page 40–44.
FRENCH is on page 45–49.
PAGE
Closed Caption
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14
Parent Control
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15–25
V-CHIP Operation
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15–22
VIEW TIMER
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23–25
Energy Save
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26
Set Up
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27–33
EZ Setup
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27
Channel Setting
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28–30
Blue Screen
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30, 31
Auto Input
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32
CH/Input ID
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33, 34
Screen Format
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35
Using the Video and Audio Input Terminals
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36, 37
Before Calling for Service
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38
Calling for Service
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38
• Specifications
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39
Limited Warranty
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