Magnavox 42MD459B User Manual

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58ENINFORMATIONATSCAcronym 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).BD-JavaWith some BD which support Javaapplications, you can enjoy the interactivefunctions such as games or interactivemenus.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.DTS (Digital Theater System)DTS is a multi-channel surround soundsystem. By connecting to DTS decoder,you can enjoy movie dynamic and realisticsound like movie theater. DTS surroundsound technologies were developed byDTS, Inc.Dolby DigitalThe system developed by DolbyLaboratories to compress digital sound. Itoffers stereo sound (2ch) or multi-channelaudio.HDMI(High-Definition Multimedia Interface)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 willonly play back discs that have compatibleregion codes. You can find the region codeof your unit by 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.5 Glossary5 MaintenanceCabinet Cleaning• Wipe the front panel and other exterior surfaces of the unit witha soft cloth immersed in lukewarm water and wrung dry.• Never use a solvent or alcohol. Do not spray insecticideliquid near the unit. Such chemicals may cause damage anddiscoloration to the exposed surfaces.Panel CleaningWipe the panel of the unit with a soft cloth. Before cleaning thepanel, disconnect the AC power cord.Disc HandlingHandle the discs so that fingerprints and dust do not adhere tothe surfaces of the discs.• Always store the disc in its protective case when it is not used.• 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 correct theproblem yourself. There are no user serviceable parts inside.Turn off the unit, unplug the AC power cord and call our toll freecustomer support line found on the cover of this manual to locatean authorized service center.If the Laser Optical Pickup Unit is DirtyIf the unit still does not perform properly when it is operated, whilereferring to the relevant sections and to "Troubleshooting Guide"in this owner’s manual, the laser optical pickup unit may be dirty.Consult your dealer or an Authorized Service Center for inspectionand cleaning of the laser optical pickup unit.IR Signal CheckIf the remote control is not working properly, you can use a digitalcamera (including a cellular phone with built-in camera) to see if itis sending out an infrared signal.• With a digital camera(including built-in cell phone cameras):Point the Digital Camera towards the remotecontrol infrared diode at the front of the remotecontrol. Press any button on the remote controland look through the camera display. If theinfrared pulsating light appears through thecamera, the remote control is sending out an IRsignal.