Magnavox 37MD359B User Manual

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54ENINFORMATIONATSCAcronym that stands for AdvancedTelevision Systems Committee and thename of the digital broadcasting standards.Aspect RatioThe width of a TV screen relative to itsheight. Conventional TVs are 4:3 (in otherwords, the TV screen is almost square);widescreen models are 16:9 (the TV screenis almost twice as wide as its height).CEC (Consumer Electronics Control)This allows you to operate the linkedfunctions between our brand devices withCEC feature and this unit.Component VideoThis is a video signal format that conveyseach of 3 principal colors of light (red,blue and green) through different signallines. This allows the viewers to experiencepicture colors as original as it is. There areseveral signal formats, including Y / Pb / Prand Y / Cb / Cr.Dolby DigitalThe system developed by DolbyLaboratories to compress digital sound. Itoffers stereo sound (2ch) or multi-channelaudio.HDMI (High-Definition MultimediaInterface)Interface that supports all uncompressed,digital audio/video formats includingset-top box, BD/DVD recorder or digitaltelevision, over a single cable.HDTV (High Definition TV)Ultimate digital format that produces highresolution and high picture quality.NTSCAcronym that stands for National TelevisionSystems Committee and the name of thecurrent analog broadcasting standards.Off the air NTSC signals will no longer besent by broadcasting stations during 2009.Password / PIN CodeA stored 4-digit number that allows accessto parental control features.Region CodeRegions associate discs and players withparticular areas of the world.This unit will only play back discs that havecompatible region codes.You can find the region code of your unitby looking on the rear panel.Some discs are compatible with more thanone region (or all regions).SAP (Secondary Audio Program)Second-audio channel delivered separatelyfrom main-audio channel. This audiochannel is used as an alternate in bilingualbroadcasting.SDTV (Standard Definition TV)Standard digital format that is similar to theNTSC picture quality.S-VideoOffers higher quality images by deliveringeach signal, color (c) and luminance (y)independently of each other through aseparate cable. Glossary MaintenanceCabinet Cleaning• Wipe the front panel and other exterior surfaces of theunit with a soft cloth immersed in lukewarm water andwrung dry.• Never use a solvent or alcohol. Do not spray insecticideliquid near the unit. Such chemicals may cause damageand discoloration to the exposed surfaces.Panel CleaningWipe the panel of the unit with a soft cloth. Beforecleaning the panel, disconnect the AC power cord.Disc HandlingHandle the discs so that fingerprints and dust do notadhere to the surfaces of the discs.• Always store the disc in its protective case when it is notused.• To clean-off, use a soft cloth.• Do not use a hard cloth since this will mar the disc.• Wipe the disc in a straight line form center to edge.• Never wipe with a circular motion.• Do not use detergent or abrasive cleaning agents.ServicingShould your unit become inoperative, do not try to correctthe problem yourself. There are no user serviceable partsinside. Turn off the unit, unplug the AC power cord and callour toll free customer support line found on the cover ofthis manual to locate an authorized service center.If the Laser Optical Pickup Unit is DirtyIf the unit still does not perform properly when it isoperated, while referring to the relevant sections and to"Troubleshooting Guide" in this user manual, the laseroptical pickup unit may be dirty. Consult your dealer or anAuthorized Service Center for inspection and cleaning ofthe laser optical pickup unit.IR Signal CheckIf the remote control is not working properly, you can usea digital camera (including a cellular phone with built-incamera) to see if it is sending out an infrared signal.• With a digital camera(including built-in cell phone cameras):Point the Digital Camera towards theremote control infrared diode at the frontof the remote control. Press any button onthe remote control and look through thecamera display. If the infrared pulsatinglight appears through the camera, theremote control is sending out an IR signal.