Magnavox MS1940B Owner's Manual
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MS1940B
Owner’s Manual
F
EATURES
• Infrared Remote Control operates your
TV and helps you set up on-screen features.
• Standard Broadcast (VHF/UHF) or
Cable TV (CATV) channel capability
• Closed Captioning allows you to read TV
program dialogue as on-screen text.
• Auto Install quickly and easily selects
channels available in your area.
• Sleeptimer automatically turns off the TV
at preset times.
• Language Selection allows you to choose
English or Spanish on-screen menus. This
does not affect the language of Closed
Captioning.
• SmartLock
TM
lets you control what chan-
nels or programming can be watched. If a
program’s rating meets or exceeds the limit
you select, you must enter an access code
before you can view the programming.
• Automatic Shut Off turns off the TV after
approximately 15 minutes when it is on a
channel that is not receiving a broadcast sig-
nal (for example, if a station has gone off the
air for the night).
Getting Started
Warning/Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Hooking Up Your TV (Antenna/Cable Connections) . . .2
VCR Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Audio/Video In Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Auto Install . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Basic TV and Remote Control Operation . . . . . . . . . . .4
Features
Channel Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Sleeptimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Stereo Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
SmartLock
TM
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
SmartLock Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
SmartLock Access Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Picture Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Closed Captioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
General Information
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
For Customer Use
Enter below the Model Number and the Serial Number
of your television (located on the back of the TV). Keep
this information for future reference.
Model No. __________________________
Serial No.___________________________
Printed in Malaysia
- 1 -
IB8311E001/0EMN01811 / L1413UP * * * * *
Federal Communications Commission
Warning: Any unauthorized changes or
modifications to this equipment void the
user’s authority to operate it.
Once your MAGNAVOX purchase is registered, you’re eligible to receive all the privileges of owning a MAGNAVOX product.
So complete and return the Warranty Registration Card enclosed with your purchase at once. And take advantage of these important benefits.
Return your Warranty Registration card today to ensure
you receive all the benefits you’re entitled to.
Congratulations on your purchase, and welcome to the “family!”
Know these
safety
symbols
t
This “bolt of lightning” indicates uninsulated material within your unit which may cause an electrical
shock. For the safety of everyone in your household, please do not remove product covering.
s
The “exclamation point” calls attention to features for which you should read the enclosed literature
closely to prevent operating and maintenance problems.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot and fully insert.
ATTENTION: Pour éviter les choc électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne cor-
respondante de la prise et pousser jusqu’au fond.
C A U T I O N
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Warranty
Verification
Registering your product within 10 days con-
firms your right to maximum protection
under the terms and conditions of your
MAGNAVOX warranty.
Owner
Confirmation
Your completed Warranty
Registration Card serves as
verification of ownership in the
event of product theft or loss.
Model
Registration
Returning your Warranty Registration Card
right away guarantees you’ll receive all
the information and special offers which you
qualify for as the owner of your model.
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Hurry!
This manual, your new product, and the packaging con-
tain materials that can be recycled and reused.
Specialized companies can recycle your product to
increase the amount of reusable materials and to mini-
mize the amount that needs to be disposed properly.
Your product uses batteries that should not be thrown
away when depleted but should be disposed as small
chemical waste.
Please find out about the local regulations on disposal
of your old product, batteries, manual, and packaging
whenever you replace existing equipment.
This owner’s manual is made of
recycled paper.
Copyright 2001 by Philips Consumer Electronics. All rights reserved.
SmartLock is a trademark of Philips Consumer Electronics.
Dear MAGNAVOX product owner:
Thank you for your confidence in MAGNAVOX. You’ve selected one of the best-built, best-backed products
available today. And we’ll do everything in our power to keep you happy with your purchase for many years to come.
As a member of the MAGNAVOX “family,” you’re entitled to protection by one of the most comprehensive
warranties and outstanding service networks in the industry.
What’s more, your purchase guarantees you’ll receive all the information and special offers for which you qualify,
plus easy access to accessories from our convenient home shopping network.
And most importantly you can count on our uncompromising commitment to your total satisfaction.
All of this is our way of saying welcome–and thanks for investing in a MAGNAVOX product.
P.S. Remember, to get the most from your MAGNAVOX product, you must return your Warranty Registration Card
within 10 days. So please mail it to us right now!
Read this manual first!
Congratulations on purchasing this product.
If you have any problems, our Representatives can help
you get the most from your new product by explaining:
• Hookups
• First Time Setup, and
• Feature Operation
Do not attempt to return this product to the store.
For fast help, call us first!
1-800-531-0039
Thank you for making us a part of your home!