Connections & SetupChapter 1 19TipTo access the initial setup menus, press MENUand choose Assisted Setup.TipWhen remote batteries are low, the componentbutton corresponding to the mode you’re inflashes when you press a button. Also, a messagemight appear on the TV screen and disappearwithin a few seconds. Press CLEAR and replace thebatteries to remove the message.TVON•OFFAUX•HDDVD SAT•CABLEGUIDEGO BACKCH+CH-VOLVOLFORMATMUTEINFOMENU CLEARSKIP1 2 3VCRAUDIOOKBACKLIGHTTVbuttonArrowbuttonsOK buttonMENU buttonPlug in the TVPlug the flat end of the cable into the power jack on the back of the TV. Then plug the other endof the power cord into an appropriate wall outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely. Do notplug the TV into an outlet controlled by a light switch.Note: When you first plug your TV into an outlet, the Power indicator on the front panelwill light and blink for approximately 30 seconds and then go off during the initializationof the TV. This happens only when the TV is unplugged and plugged back in. The TV canonly be turned on after the Power indicator goes off.Put Batteries in the Remote• Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the remoteby pushing down on the tab and lifting cover.• Insert 2 fresh “AA” batteries. Make sure the polarities (+ and -) arealigned correctly with the polarities inside the remote.• Replace the cover.Turn on the TVPress TV on the remote, or press the Power button on the TV’s frontpanel.Note: Pressing the TV button turns on the TV and puts the remoteinto TV mode. “TV mode” means that the buttons on the remotecontrol operate the TV’s functions.Use the Remote Control to Completethe Assisted SetupThe technical term is “Navigation” – how you move through the on-screen menus. The method is the same throughout the menu screens:highlight your choice and select it.To use the TV’s menus, first press the TV button on the remote controlto put the remote in TV mode. When the Assisted Setup screen appears,use the arrow buttons to highlight one of the items listed in the menu.Use the up or down arrow button to move up or down. Use the right orleft arrow button to move right or left.To select the item that you’ve highlighted, press OK.Note: Highlighted means that the menu item stands out fromother menu items on the list (appears darker, brighter, or adifferent color).Complete the Assisted SetupYour TV’s menu system allows you to customize your TV’s features.On-screen information helps you choose settings to match your setup.The first time you turn on your TV, the Assisted Setup screen appearsautomatically. Select Begin Setup to start or select Cancel Setup to exit.