It is normally capable of displaying both interlaced images (like today’s analog TVs) and progressive images (like a computer monitor). What this all means is that while digital broadcasting will bring many new possibilities, only people with HDTVs like yours will actually be capable of realizing many of them. A wide aspect ratio, one million pixel resolution, CD- quality audio with Dolby Digital surround sound, and improved interactivity are features of many digital broadcasts, and your HDTV will help bring it all into your home. GETTING STARTED Now that you have an understanding of what your HDTV can do, read on to find necessary information about how to use the TV. The first section of this manual shows you how to connect components and speakers to your TV. The “Basic TV Operation” section describes how you receive the three signals and the important modes of operation: TV mode and DIRECTV mode. The rest of this manual describes how to use your television’s many features, such as program guides, picture and audio controls, and system options. * The appearance of your satellite dish antenna may differ from that shown here. Setup and Connections This section tells you how to get your SETUP AND HDTV set up and connected. It describes CONNECTIONS the cables you will need, explains the front and back panels, and walks you through the steps needed to start using your TV. . USING THE REMOTE . BASIC TV OPERATION . USING THE PROGRAM GUIDES . ADJUSTING TV CONTROLS . USING THE PROFILES . SYSTEM OPTIONS AND PREFERENCES . GETTING ASSISTANCE . REFERENCE Setup and Connections STEP 1: UNPACK THE SYSTEM Make sure to locate the remote control and power cord. STEP 2: CONNECT YOUR TV TO OTHER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 ON•OFF TVVCR1 DVD AUX DIRECTVVCR2 MUTE SKIP GO BACKFETCH GUIDE INFO MENU CLEAR INPUT REVERSE PLAY FORWARD RECORD STOP PAUSE ANTENNA PIP SWAP CH CTRL WHO OK CH + CH VOLVOL COMPONENTS Remote Control Power Cord During the satellite dish antenna installation, the TV may have been connected with just a coaxial cable for the system test. Depending on what components you have, another connection may provide better picture and audio quality. The following sections provide cable and connection information to help you decide what connection is best for you. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE CONNECTING COMPONENTS Protect Your Components from Power Surges • Connect all components before plugging any power cords into the wall outlet. • Always turn off the TV and other components before you connect or disconnect any cables. Position Cables Correctly to Avoid Audio Hum or Interference • Insert all cable plugs firmly into their jacks. • Place the audio/video cables to the sides of the TV’s back panel instead of straight down the middle after you connect your components. • Try not to coil any twin-lead cables; keep them away from the audio/video cables as much as possible. • Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the safety sheet packed with your unit. Protect Your Components from Overheating • Do not block ventilation holes in any of the components. Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely. • Do not stack components. • Allow adequate ventilation when placing your components in a stand. • Place an amplifier on the top shelf of the stand so that heated air rising from it will not flow around other components. Setup and Connections JACKS AND CABLES Below is a description of the jacks and cables you can use to make connections. Note that not all cables come with your television unit. S-Video Jack and Cable The S-Video jack provides the best picture quality for your system. This jack is available on this TV and is used in conjunction with audio cables. Remember also to connect the left and right audio cables because the S-Video jack carries only the picture signal, not the sound. Audio/Video Jacks and Cables (RCA-type) The audio/video jacks provide very good picture and stereo sound quality. Theses jacks are used for most audio/video connections between components. The audio/video jacks are often color coded (yellow for video, red for right audio, and white for left audio). If your component has only one input for audio (mono), connect it to the left (white L/Mono) audio jack on the TV. RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables (F-type) The RF jacks are necessary for reception of off-air broadcasts, cable, and DIRECTV signals. These jacks are required for antenna or cable connections. The RF and coaxial jacks on the TV are labeled SATELLITE IN, ANTENNA A IN, and ANTENNA B IN. An RG-6 coaxial cable is required for all satellite signal distribution. Optical Jack and Cables The optical cable is used for connecting a Dolby Digital receiver. If you own a Dolby Digital receiver that uses an optical cable-type input, you can use an optical cable to connect the TV to that receiver for the best sound quality. Telephone Jack and Cord The telephone line cord is required to connect your TV to a phone line if you choose to subscribe...