Westinghouse VK-42F240S User Manual
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call our toll free number 1-866-287-5555 Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the back of the TV. Keep a record of the numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Westinghouse Digital dealer regarding this product. Model No Serial No 1 - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 3
Controls Rear Right/Left Spine-Mounted Connectors -Quick Reference: HDTV Connections Inserting Remote Control Batteries -Precautions Remote Control Features 3. HDTV/ACCESSORY SETUP Connecting Your HDTV -Power -Choose Your TV Source -Determining Available Channels -Set Your Time Zone Connecting Your - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 4
Channel Locks US MPAA Rating US TV Ratings & Content Canadian English Canadian French -PC (VGA only) Menu -Audio Menu -Power Menu -Settings Menu -Input Menu 5. APPENDIX 42-inch High Definition LCD TV Specifications Troubleshooting Cleaning the High Definition LCD TV Wall mount and Base removal on - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 5
• Quick Setup Guide • Remote control • 2 AAA batteries • AC power cord • Warranty card Contacting Westinghouse Digital If you still have questions or require assistance after reading the Quick Setup Guide and the instructions in this User Manual, please contact Westinghouse Customer Service at 1-866 - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 6
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desk or table, type SVT or SJT cord sets may be used. For High Definition LCD TVs placed directly on the floor, only SJT type cord sets may be used. The cord set must be selected according to the current rating for the High Definition LCD TV. Please consult the table below for the selection criteria - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 8
a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the Westinghouse Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance. FCC Warning To assure continued FCC compliance, the user must use a grounded power supply cord and the provided shielded video interface - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 9
safety, please read all of the following safety and operating instructions before you operate the High Definition LCD TV-and keep this User's Manual for future reference. Important Safety Instructions 1. Never use your HDTV near water. 2. Clean only with dry cloth. 3. Never block any ventilation - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 10
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 High Definition LCD TV due to lightning and power-line surges. Do not disconnect the antenna or the power cord during - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 11
public safety and wireless services NOTE: DTV should not be confused with digital cable or digital satellite systems. While these systems receive digital signals, the signals are converted to analog for display on channel 3 or 4 of an analog TV. High Definition Television (HDTV) The most common DTV - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 12
English 2. INTRODUCTION: THE BASICS About the Digital Television Picture Your new Westinghouse High Definition LCD TV has a built-in HDTV/NTSC tuner, meaning it can receive both analog and digital broadcasts from your antenna, cable or satellite service. But because not all broadcasters have - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 13
the dot is the minor channel number assigned to each broadcaster's additional programming streams; digital television stations may have only one virtual channel, or as many as six There are several ways to input digital television channels: User Input (double-digit channels) Channel Displayed 11 - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 14
Front View Use buttons on the right front side of your HDTV (or remote control on remote control) for On Screen Display (OSD), volume adjustment, channel selection, source, and turning power on or off. ↑ "IR" RECEIVER SPEAKERS Side-Mounted Control ← LED INDICATOR/ CONTROLS 1. Menu OSD menu ON/OFF - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 15
to change HDMI to Analog 9. HDMI 2-3-4 11 Connect external HDMI device like a DVD, cable/satellite receiver or personal computer 10. SPDIF 12 Digital Audio out connection 11. Audio Out (Right/Left) Connect an external audio amplifier 12. USB Service port for FW updated and Maintenance - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 16
Interface) Provide superior level of digital video quality; includes DVD, cable/satellite receivers or personal computers S-Video Input The "S(uper)-Video" connection provides enhanced picture clarity for selected accessory sources such as a digital broadcast satellite service, video games, DVD and - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 17
English 2. INTRODUCTION: Controls and Connections Inserting Remote Control Batteries 1. Remove the battery compartment cover 2. Insert the batteries corresponding to batteries away from children and pets • Remove batteries when the remote control will not be used for an extended period of time 17 - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 18
adjustment 6. CC Turn Closed Caption On/Off 7. SLEEP Set sleep timer 8. FAVORITE CHANNEL A / B / C Jump to favorite channels (Hold button for 3 seconds to program favorite channel). 9. CHANNEL NUMBER KEYS Select specific channels 10. DOT To input dash when selecting specific channels 11. ENT - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 19
in the Quick Setup Guide, skip to the instructions specific to the accessory you want to connect. Connecting Your HDTV Power • Connect the supplied AC power cord to your HDTV's "AC In" jack and to a properly grounded AC outlet -If you're using an antenna or your cable service, connect the antenna - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 20
scanning for channels (identification of all analog and digital channels may take several minutes) NOTE: Depending on your area, some channels shown may not be available for viewing. • First Time connected to RF the system will automatically select the Autoscan function. Set Your Time Zone 20 - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 21
English • Scroll right to the "Settings" menu -Use the up/down buttons to select "Time Zone" -Select your local time zone, which allows you to receive HDTV programming information -Exit the OSD 21 - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 22
Guide for directions to set this timing mode (many computers show 1024x768 as an alternative resolution) Connection Types • VGA Connection -Connect a 15-pin analog VGA cable (not supplied) from your computer's "VGA OUT" port to the HDTV's "VGA IN" port -Connect a stereo mini cable from your computer - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 23
HDTV/ACCESSORY SETUP Connecting Other Accessories Following are the recommended connections to ensure optimal enjoyment of your accessory equipment with your HDTV or gaming system using following input connectors • the HDTV's HDMI ports HDMI1 to 4 (HDMI cable not supplied) and corresponding Audio - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 24
OPERATION About the On Screen Display (OSD) Your HDTV's On Screen Display (OSD) conveniently integrates all functions required for setup and operation. There are two ways you can access the OSD- either by pressing the remote control's "Menu" button (located just below the volume controls on the left - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 25
, (User, Movie, Sports, Game, Enhanced) Black level Adjustment White level Adjustment Intensity of color Red/Green level Adjustment Picture clarity Intensity of HDTV lamp illumination Select from 3 different color temp Open up the Calibration Menu for advanced Video adjustments Resets video settings - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 26
English 4. HDTV OPERATION Calibration Menu The "Calibration" menu integrates advanced choices that allow you to optimize your HDTV experience, especially for Video setting and individual color adjustments. Settings Menu Features Function Descriptions Deinterlace Turns on/off Deienterlace. 3D - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 27
English 4. HDTV OPERATION Color Temperature The section Color Temp in the "Calibration" menu allow you to adjust each color temperature (Warm, Neutral, Cool) individually. In case of miss adjustment it can be Reset to factory default. 27 - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 28
4. HDTV OPERATION Display Menu The "Display" menu allows you to control the appearance of the image you see on the screen, based on the selected source input (see picture below) Display Menu Features Adjustment Descriptions Allows current source input to changed to one of the labels in Input - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 29
, select analog or digital modes, or personalize the captioning style; user-define style sub-menus provide choices for font, size, style, plus text and background colors and opacity Changes Setting for closed captioning such as font etc. Select your signal source: Air, Cable Auto, Cable, HRC or IRC - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 30
the OSD to access the TV Menu Feature Select Add Channel Add a channel by enter the physical channel number or a range. Select Delete Channel Delete a channel from the current list of viewable channels available 2 1 1. Channel Number o Scroll to highlight a channel number from the list of available - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 31
Controls feature allows you to block TV programs based on various ratings systems, as well as to lock out the HDTV's right side-mounted controls. The first time you enter the "Parental Control" menu, you will be taken to the password sub-menu to set up your four-digit password, which is required for - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 32
Features Lock Channel US MPAA Rating US TV Rating CA English Rating CA French Rating Password Descriptions & Definitions Lock or unlock the HDTV's right sidemounted controls Lock or unlock programming according to MPAA rating: Lock or unlock programming according to TV rating and/or content Lock or - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 33
English 4. HDTV OPERATION Parental Controls US TV Ratings & Content This sub-menu allows you to block programming according to US TV Ratings as well as content type. Rating TV Y TV Y7 TV G TV PG TV 14 TV MA Content All FV D L S V US TV Ratings & Content Sub-Menu Definitions All children Directed - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 34
English 4. HDTV OPERATION Parental Controls Canadian English Canadian French CA/FR Ratings Menus C C8 G PG 14 18 Ratings Explanations Children G Children over 8 years 8Ano General 13Ano Parental Guidance Over 14 years 16Ano 18Ano Adults General General but inadvisable for young children - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 35
4. HDTV OPERATION PC (VGA only) Menu The "PC" menu lets you adjust image and phasing. PC Menu Features Auto Adjustment Adjustment Descriptions Automatically re-centers image to middle of screen by synchronizing both vertical and horizontal refresh rate and resolution Clock Adjust Manually adjust - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 36
Turn internal speaker on/off or have both on (Mixed) Switch the HDMI audio input source to either: • Analog-RCA audio input • Digital-HDMI cable integrated audio input Choose from eight different Audio settings: • User, Speech, Jazz, Classic, Rocks, Electronic, Bass ,Vocal. Allow you to reset each - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 37
English 4. HDTV OPERATION Equalizer Menu The "Equalizer " menu let you individually configure your audio preferences to optimize your listening experience. Equalizer Menu Features User Rock Vocal Bass Speech Jazz Electronic Classic Adjustment Descriptions Allow you to adjust the preset mode - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 38
Standby mode if there's no incoming signal from the selected input for 1-, 5- or 10-Minute intervals Sets the High Definition LCD TV to turn off after a specified amount . Enables/disables feature that allows your HDTV to automatically turn back when power is restored Sets the power boot up mode: • - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 39
level of the OSD Time Zone Set the High Definition LCD TV to your local time zone Autosource™ Turns Autosource detection On/Off. In On mode Autosource can detect a new source which is plugged in the TV and switch input source setting of your HDTV to the source automatically. Quick Install - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 40
English 4. HDTV OPERATION Input Menu To change the Main Picture source, press the Input button on the remote to display the Main Picture (MP) input menu. When the input menu is open, press the Input button again to switch to the next input or use the up/down arrows to scroll through the inputs and - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 41
-inch High Definition LCD TV Specifications Model Name VK-42F240S Panel Type Color 42" TFT (Thin Film Transistor), Active Matrix LCD, 1920 x 1080 vertical stripe; anti-glare coating 16.7 million colors Aspect Ratio 16:9 Viewing Angles 176° (H) / 176° (V) Input Signal Video/Audio RGB Analog - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 42
a Macintosh adapter. • Make sure that the input source you are connected to corresponds to the source on the High Definition LCD TV. • Verify that the antenna is properly connected. No Picture when I connect VGA cable or "No Input Signal" • Check VGA cable connection. • Lower the video resolution on - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 43
5. APPENDIX: Troubleshooting Picture is cut off/with sidebar screen. • Use "Auto Adjust". • Make sure the aspect ratio is set correctly. Blocky images appear in TV mode. • Check your antenna connection. If necessary, rotate the antenna and wait up to 10 seconds for signal. • Reduce signal splitters - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 44
recommend the use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners on the High Definition LCD TV screen or case. Some chemical cleaners have been reported to damage the screen and or High Definition LCD TV case. Westinghouse Digital will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 45
option to the user for wall mounting. It is the responsibility of the user to use a UL Listed Wall Mount Unit rated to support the weight of this TV. Please consult authorized service personnel for the installation of this Unit. Incomplete or inadequate mounting of the unit to the wall may cause it - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 46
used as an "anti-tip over" aid, it is the responsibility of the user to securely anchor the brackets to a surface that can support the weight of the TV. (Note: at no time do we advocate using these brackets to support the entire weight of the TV.) These brackets must be used in conjunction with - Westinghouse VK-42F240S | User Manual - Page 47
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