Sceptre Technologies Flat Panel Television X195 User Guide

SCEPTRE X195 HDTV User Manual  
Dear Sceptre Customer,  
Congratulations on your new SCEPTRE X195 High Definition LCD Television  
purchase. Thank you for your support. To ensure safety and many years of  
trouble free operation of your TV, please read the manual carefully before  
making any adjustments, and keep them in a safe place for future reference.  
We hope you enjoy your new SCEPTRE X195 High Definition LCD Television.  
For technical assistance, please call 1800-788-2878 and select option 3 or  
email our tech support group at [email protected].  
For all other inquiries, please call 1800-788-2878 and select option 4 or  
email our customer service group at [email protected].  
We recommend you register your SCEPTRE X195 HDTV with the enclosed  
registration card and mail it in. For peace of mind and to protect your  
investment beyond the standard warranty, SCEPTRE offers a two year  
extended warranty service for your TV. This plan gives additional coverage  
once your standard warranty period runs out. Please call our customer  
service group to purchase the extended warranty.  
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause  
personal injuries and property damage if improperly handled. This product  
has been engineered and manufactured with the highest priority on safety.  
However, improper use can result in electric shock and / or fire. In order to  
prevent potential danger, please observe the following instructions when  
installing, operating and cleaning the product. To ensure your safety and  
prolong the service life of your Liquid Crystal Television, please read the  
following precautions carefully before using the product.  
1. Read these instructions.  
2. Keep these instructions.  
3. Heed all warnings.  
4. Follow all instructions.  
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.  
6. Clean only with dry cloth.  
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the  
manufacturer’s instructions.  
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,  
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.  
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.  
A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A  
grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The  
wide blade and the third prong are provided for your safety. If the  
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for  
replacement of the obsolete outlet.  
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at  
the plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from  
the apparatus.  
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.  
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the  
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use  
caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from  
tip-over.  
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightening storms or when unused for long  
periods of time.  
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required  
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-  
supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have  
fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or  
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.  
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
This product is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and  
misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent the product from being damaged,  
the following rules should be observed for the installation, use and maintenance of the  
product. Read the following safety instructions before operating the display. Keep these  
instructions in a safe place for future reference.  
To avoid the risk of electric shock or  
component damage, switch off the  
power before connecting other  
components to the X195 LCD TV.  
Unplug the power cord before  
Slots and openings in the back and  
bottom of the cabinet are provided for  
ventilation. To ensure reliable  
operation of the X195 LCD TV and to  
protect it from overheating, be sure  
these openings are not blocked or  
covered. Do not place the X195 LCD  
TV in a bookcase or cabinet unless  
proper ventilation is provided.  
cleaning the X195 LCD TV. Please  
use the included custom bezel  
cleaning cloth for cleaning the bezel of  
the X195 LCD TV only. Do not use a  
liquid or a spray cleaner for cleaning  
the product. Do not use abrasive  
cleaners.  
Never push any object into the  
ventilation slots of the X195 LCD TV.  
Do not place any objects on the top of  
the Product. It could short circuit parts  
causing a fire or electric shock. Never  
spill liquids on the X195 LCD TV.  
Do not use the X195 LCD TV in a  
portrait format (by rotating 90 degrees)  
under high temperature environment  
(25°C or higher), since this would  
retard heat dissipation and would  
eventually damage the TV.  
Always use the accessories  
recommended by the manufacturer to  
insure compatibility.  
When moving the X195 LCD TV from  
an area of low temperature to an area  
of high temperature, condensation  
may form on the housing. Do not turn  
on the X195 LCD TV immediately after  
this to avoid causing fire, electric  
shock or component damage.  
The X195 LCD TV should be operated  
only from the type of power source  
indicated on the label. If you are not  
sure of the type of power supplied to  
your home, consult your dealer or  
local power company.  
Do not place the X195 LCD TV on an  
unstable cart, stand, or table. If the  
X195 LCD TV falls, it can injure a  
person and cause serious damage to  
the appliance. Use only a cart or stand  
recommended by the manufacturer or  
sold with the X195 LCD TV.  
The power cable must be replaced  
when using different voltage from that  
specified in the User Manual. For  
more information, contact your dealer.  
The X195 LCD TV is equipped with a  
three-pronged grounded plug, a plug  
with a third (grounding) pin. This plug  
will fit only into a grounded power  
outlet as a safety feature. If your outlet  
does not accommodate the three-wire  
Any heat source should maintain a  
distance of at least 5 feet away from  
the X195 LCD TV, i.e. radiator, heater,  
oven, amplifier etc. Do not install the  
product too close to anything that  
produces smoke or moisture.  
Operating the product close to smoke  
or moisture may cause fire or electric  
shock.  
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plug, have an electrician install the  
correct outlet, or use an adapter to  
ground the appliance safely. Do not  
defeat the safety purpose of the  
grounded plug.  
Avoid using dropped or damaged  
appliances. If the product is dropped  
and the housing is damaged, the  
internal components may function  
abnormally. Unplug the power cord  
immediately and contact your dealer  
for repair. Continued use of the  
product may cause fire or electric  
shock.  
Do not overload power strips and  
extension cords. Overloading can  
result in fire or electric shock.  
The wall socket should be installed  
near the equipment and should be  
easily accessible.  
Do not install the product in an area  
with heavy dust or high humidity.  
Operating the product in environments  
with heavy dust or high humidity may  
cause fire or electric shock.  
Only the marked power source can be  
used for the product. Any power  
source other than the specified one  
may cause fire or electric shock.  
Do not touch the power cord during  
thunderstorms. To avoid electric shock,  
avoid handling the power cord during  
electrical storms.  
Hold the power connector when  
removing the power cable. Pulling the  
power cable itself may damage the  
wires inside the cable and cause fire  
or electric shocks. When the product  
will not be used for an extended  
period of time, unplug the power  
connector.  
Unplug the unit during a lightning  
storm or when it will not be used for a  
long period of time. This will protect  
the X195 LCD TV from damage due to  
power surges.  
To avoid risk of electric shock, do not  
touch the connector with wet hands.  
Insert batteries in accordance with  
instructions while using the remote  
control. Incorrect polarities may cause  
damage and leakage of the batteries,  
operator injury and contamination the  
remote control.  
Do not attempt to repair or service the  
product yourself. Opening or removing  
the back cover may expose you to  
high voltages, the risk of electric shock,  
and other hazards. If repair is required,  
please contact your dealer and refer  
all servicing to qualified service  
personnel.  
If any of the following occurs please  
contact the dealer:  
Keep the product away from moisture.  
Do not expose this appliance to rain or  
moisture. If water penetrates into the  
product, unplug the power cord and  
contact your dealer. Continuous use in  
this case may result in fire or electric  
shock.  
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The power connector fails  
or frays.  
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Liquid sprays or any object  
drops into the X195 LCD  
TV.  
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o
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The Display is exposed to  
rain or other moisture.  
The Display is dropped or  
damaged in any way.  
The performance of the  
Display changes  
Do not use the product if any  
abnormality occurs. If any smoke or  
odor becomes apparent, unplug the  
power cord and contact your dealer  
immediately. Do not try to repair the  
product yourself.  
substantially.  
Operating environment: Temperature:  
5°C ~ 35°C, Humidity: 10% to 90%  
non-condensing, Altitude: 0~10,000 ft.  
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION  
Television Antenna Connection Protection  
External Television Antenna Grounding  
If an outside antenna or cable system is to be connected to the LCD TV, make sure that  
the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against  
voltage surges and static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code,  
ANSI/NFPSA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and  
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of  
the grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding  
electrodes, and requirements of the grounding electrode.  
Lightning Protection  
For added protection of the LCD TV during a lightning storm or when it is left  
unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the LCD TV from the wall outlet  
and disconnect the antenna or cable system.  
Power Lines  
Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it could fall  
into such power lines or circuits.  
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Opening the Package  
The SCEPTRE X195 is packaged in a carton. Any standard accessories are packed  
separately in another carton. The weight of the LCD display is approximately 8.2 lbs.  
Since the glass can be easily scratched or broken, please handle the product gently.  
Never place the unit on a surface with the glass facing downwards unless it is on  
protective padding. When opening the carton, check that the product is in good  
condition and that all standard accessories and items are included. Save the original  
box and all packing materials for future shipping needs.  
Package Contents  
SCEPTRE X195 LCD TV Display x 1  
User Manual x 1  
Power Cord x 1  
Warranty / Registration Card x 1  
X195 Remote Control (AAA Batteries included) x 1  
Installation  
Please read the user manual carefully before performing the installation. The power  
consumption of the display is approximately 30 watts. Please use the power cord  
designated for the product. When an extension cord is required, use one with the  
correct power rating. The cord must be grounded and the grounding feature must not be  
defeated. The product should be installed on a flat surface to avoid tipping. Space  
should be maintained between the back of the product and the wall for proper  
ventilation. If you would like to mount the TV onto the wall, please see page 9-10 for  
additional information. Avoid installing the product in the kitchen, bathroom or other  
places with high humidity dust or smoke, so as not to shorten the service life of the  
electronic components. Please ensure the product is installed with the screen in  
landscape orientation. Any 90° clockwise or counterclockwise installation may induce  
poor ventilation and successive component damage.  
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Table of Contents  
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..............................................................................................3  
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..............................................................................................4  
Television Antenna Connection Protection ..........................................................6  
Identifying Front and Rear Panel.................................................................................9  
Front View .................................................................................................................9  
Mounting Preparations............................................................................................9  
Side Control Buttons..............................................................................................10  
Rear View Mounting Pattern.................................................................................10  
Rear View Connections .........................................................................................11  
SCEPTRE X195 Remote Control ................................................................................12  
Installing Batteries to the Remote Control..........................................................13  
Connecting Power to the TV.......................................................................................14  
Connection Suggestions.............................................................................................14  
If You Have Digital Cable without Cable Box or Antenna…...............................14  
Connecting DVD Player with Component YPbPr… ............................................15  
Connecting DVD player with Composite… .........................................................16  
Connecting Cable or Satellite boxes with HDMI… .............................................17  
Connecting to a PC with VGA and 3.5 mm minijack … ......................................18  
Ready to Watch Some TV? .........................................................................................19  
If You’ve Connected Antenna or Cable to the TV… ...........................................19  
OSD (On Screen Display) Controls............................................................................21  
Via Remote Control................................................................................................21  
Via TV Side Panel Buttons.....................................................................................21  
OSD (On Screen Display) Options .............................................................................22  
Video Main Option ..................................................................................................22  
Audio Main Option..................................................................................................23  
Time Main Option....................................................................................................24  
Setup Main Option..................................................................................................25  
Parental Main Option .............................................................................................27  
TV Main Option .......................................................................................................28  
Detailed Explanations .................................................................................................29  
Aspect Ratio Explained .........................................................................................29  
Rating Explained ....................................................................................................30  
Shortcuts to Browsing Channels..........................................................................31  
Preset Modes Explained........................................................................................32  
How do I clean the TV ? .........................................................................................33  
Troubleshooting...........................................................................................................34  
Call Us If You Need Help!............................................................................................36  
Specification ................................................................................................................37  
LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY................................................................................39  
Disclaimer, Trademarks, & Copyright Information .................................................40  
FCC Compliance Statement .......................................................................................41  
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Identifying Front and Rear Panel  
Front View  
INDICATOR LIGHT – The light is red when power is plugged in but the TV is not turned on. The  
light turns blue when the TV is turned on.  
REMOTE SENSOR – The remote sensor receives all the commands from the remote control.  
Mounting Preparations  
1.  
Place the monitor on a flat surface with cloth so the bezel does not get scratched. Unscrew  
the 4 screws that lock the arm to the monitor and the stand will come off. The 4 screws  
removed are for securing the TV stand only. If you are mounting the TV please consult  
a qualified installer for further instructions on bracket support and wall support.  
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Side Control Buttons  
1. POWER – Turn on the TV by pressing the button once. Press the button again to  
turn off the TV.  
2. SOURCE – This button switches between all the different sources of the TV. The  
switching sequence is as follows: TV, AV, S-Video, YPbPr, VGA, and HDMI. When  
the OSD is active, this button acts as the enter button and confirms the menu  
selection.  
3. MENU – This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD) menu. If a sub-menu  
is active, pressing this button will return selection to the previous menu level.  
4. CH – This button changes the TV channel downward. If the OSD menu is active,  
this button functions as down control for the menu.  
5. CH– This button changes the TV channel upward. If the OSD menu is active,  
this button functions as up control for the menu.  
6. VOL() – This button decreases the TV’s volume. If a OSD menu is active,  
pressing this button will move the selection to the left.  
7. VOL(+) – This button increases the TV’s volume. If a OSD menu is active,  
pressing this button will move the selection to the right.  
Rear View Mounting Pattern  
Mounting Specification: 100mm x 100mm using screw M4 (12mm) diameter screws. The 4  
screws removed are for securing the TV stand only. If you are mounting the TV please  
consult a qualified installer for further instructions on bracket support and wall support.  
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Rear View Connections  
1. POWER - This connection is for providing electricity to the TV. This  
connection connects to an AC power adapter which connects to the AC  
power source.  
2. HDMI – HDMI connects to devices that use HDMI cable, such as Blu-ray or  
HD DVD player, or HD cable / satellite set-top box. This connection port  
receives pure digital audio and high definition signal through one single cable.  
This port also can accept a HDCP video device for video.  
3. VGA Stereo Input - This connection port is for people who want to provide  
audio to the TV when using a PC or a DVI video device. The sources use  
3.5mm mini-jack audio cable to provide audio for a HDCP enabled DVI video  
device or PCs with VGA connection.  
4. VGA - This connection port connects to a PC for video using VGA cable. Be  
sure to connect your audio cable to the VGA Stereo input if you want sound  
out of VGA video source.  
5. YPbPr – This connection port is for DVD players, or satellite / cable set-top  
boxes that use component cables. From right to left, connect green, blue,  
and red for video, and then connect white for left channel audio, and red for  
right channel audio. This connection shares the RCA red/white audio  
connection with AV and SVIDEO.  
6. AV – Composite connects to devices that use composite video cables such  
as VCR or camcorder or video game consoles. This connection shares the  
RCA red/white audio connection with YPbPr and SVIDEO.  
7. SVIDEO – This connection is for S-Video connector. The connection can be  
used for SVHS, DVD players. This connection shares the RCA red/white  
audio connection with AV and YPbPr.  
8. Headphone – This connection is for audio output such as headphones.  
9. TV – This connection is for digital or analog cable without the cable box or  
over-the-airwave antennas. The tuner is a hybrid tuner that tunes to both  
analog and digital channels. This connection uses coaxial RF cable. For  
over-the airwave digital stations please check http://www.antennaweb.org.  
Please Note:  
This TV features a power saving function which will turn off the TV  
automatically after 5 minutes of idling on a connection with no signal. This  
feature is present on all connection.  
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SCEPTRE X195 Remote Control  
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For universal remotes, this TV follows SONY’s universal remote code. You need to find the  
actual code from your cable or satellite or universal remote provider.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
POWER – Turns the TV on or off.  
0~9 – Sets the channels.  
Dash (-) – Inserts the dash for selecting digital channels directly.  
GUIDE – Opens the current digital channel information guide.  
CH(+)/ CH(-)/ VOL(-)/ VOL(+)– Selects and moves the item on screen. CH(+)/  
CH(-)also functions as channel up and down. VOL(-)/ VOL(+)also functions as  
volume up and down.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
MENU – Opens / Exits the TV menu.  
CC – Cycles between different closed captioning modes.  
SLEEP – Sets the Sleep timer.  
FREEZE THIS FUNCTION IS NOT AVAILABLE IN THIS MODEL.  
10. INFO – Shows the TV info.  
11. PICTURE – Selects various preset picture settings  
12. MUTE – Mutes the TV’s audio.  
13. R – Returns to the previous channel.  
14. SOURCE – Changes between different inputs of the TV.  
15. acts as enter button for OSD menu and changing channels in conjunction with number  
buttons.  
16. EXIT – Exits the TV menu.  
17. ASPECT – Selects different screen size.  
18. ADD – Adds the current channel.  
19. DELETE – Deletes the current channel.  
20. FAVORITE – Cycles the favorite channels  
21. SOUND – Selects various preset sound settings  
22. MTS – Selects stereo, mono, or second audio programming.  
Installing Batteries to the Remote Control  
Please insert two AAA batteries into the remote control. Make sure that you match the (+) and (-)  
symbols on the batteries with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment. Afterwards,  
re-attach the battery cover.  
Please note:  
Only use AAA batteries.  
Do not mix new and old batteries. This may result in cracking or leakage that may pose a fire  
risk or lead to personal injury.  
Inserting the batteries incorrectly may also result in cracking or leakage that may pose a fire  
risk or lead to personal injury.  
Dispose the batteries in accordance with local laws and regulations.  
Keep the batteries away from children and pets.  
If the remote control is not used for a long time, remove the batteries.  
Keep the remote control away from moisture, sunlight, and high temperatures.  
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Connecting Power to the TV  
1.  
2.  
Obtain the AC adapter, the AC power cable and connect them to each other.  
Connect the AC adapter to the back of the TV.  
Connection Suggestions  
If You Have Digital Cable without Cable Box or  
Antenna…  
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Make sure the power of X195 LCD HDTV is turned off.  
Connect the Coaxial RF cable from your antenna or digital cable to the TV port on  
the back of your X195 LCD HDTV.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Turn on X195 LCD HDTV.  
Select TV (Air) for antenna or TV (Cable) for digital cable from either your remote  
control’s source button or source button on the TV.  
Use the On Screen Display to scan for channels.  
5.  
Please Note :  
Not all broadcasts are in High Definition (HD). Please refer to your local  
broadcasting stations for more information.  
The X195 LCD HDTV’s tuner is designed for HDTV therefore requires a  
stronger signal than normal TVs. If you cannot achieve that signal level with  
your antenna or cable, your X195 LCD HDTV might lose picture or sound.  
Connecting DVD Player with Component YPbPr…  
1.  
2.  
Make sure the power of X195 LCD HDTV and your DVD player is turned off.  
Obtain a Component Cable. Connect the green color connector to both your DVD player  
and YPbPr’s green connector port on the back of your X195 LCD HDTV.  
Connect the blue color connector to both your DVD player and YPbPr’s blue connector  
port on the back of your X195 LCD HDTV.  
Connect the red color connector to both your DVD player and YPbPr’s red connector  
port on the back of your X195 LCD HDTV.  
Obtain a RCA Audio Cable. Connect the white color connector to both your DVD player  
and YPbPr’s white connector port on the back of your X195 LCD HDTV.  
Connect the red color connector to both your DVD player and YPbPr’s red connector  
port on the back of your X195 LCD HDTV.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
Turn on the X195 LCD HDTV and your DVD player.  
Use the remote control’s source button or the source button on the TV to switch to  
YPbPr.  
Please Note :  
Please reference the DVD player’s manual as well, to make sure the DVD  
player is configured to output correctly to the TV.  
This connection shares the same audio plugs with SVIDEO and AV. You  
can only use one of the three connections.  
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Connecting DVD player with Composite…  
1.  
2.  
Make sure the power of X195 LCD HDTV and your DVD player is turned off.  
Obtain a Yellow Video Cable. Connect the Yellow Video connector to both your DVD  
player and AV’s Yellow Video connector port on the back of your X195 LCD HDTV.  
Obtain a RCA Audio Cable. Connect the white color connector to both your DVD player  
and AV’s white connector port on the back of your X195 LCD HDTV.  
Connect the red color connector to both your DVD player and AV’s red connector port on  
the back of your X195 LCD HDTV.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
Turn on the X195 LCD HDTV and your DVD player.  
Use the remote control’s source button or the source button on the TV to switch to AV.  
Please Note :  
Make sure the yellow connector in the same group is not connected. You  
can only connect either the S-Video port or the Yellow Connector port. DO  
NOT CONNECT BOTH.  
Please reference the DVD player’s manual as well, to make sure the DVD  
player is configured to output correctly to the TV.  
This connection shares the same audio plugs with SVIDEO and YPbPr.  
You can only use one of the three connections.  
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Connecting Cable or Satellite boxes with HDMI…  
1.  
2.  
Make sure the power of X195 LCD HDTV and your set-top box is turned off.  
Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your set-top box and the other end to the  
HDMI port on the back of your X195 LCD HDTV.  
3.  
4.  
Turn on the X195 LCD HDTV and your set-top box.  
Use the remote control’s source button or the source button on the TV to switch to HDMI.  
Please Note :  
Please reference the set-top box’s manual, to make sure the set-top box is  
configured to output correctly to the TV.  
Sceptre’s X195 LCD HDTV supports SONY’s universal remote code.  
Please look up SONY’s codes in your universal remote’s hand book.  
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Connecting to a PC with VGA and 3.5 mm minijack …  
1. Make sure the power of X195 LCD HDTV and your PC is turned off.  
2. Obtain a 15-pin D-Sub VGA cable; connect to the VGA output of your  
PC and the other end to the VGA port on the back of your X195 LCD  
HDTV.  
3. Obtain a 3.5 mm Mini-jack, connect to the audio out of your PC and the  
other end to the VGA Stereo Input port.  
4. Turn on the power of the X195 LCD HDTV and your PC.  
5. Use the remote control’s source button or the source button on the TV to  
switch to VGA.  
6. Change your PC resolution to 1360x768 at 60hz refresh rate.  
7. Press MENU to use the OSD’s SETUP option.  
8. Under the SETUP option select PC function.  
9. Under PC function use AUTO ADJUST to adjust the screen.  
Please Note :  
Please refer to your PC manual for video output requirements  
of the video card.  
The VGA port of the TV features a power saving mode which  
will automatically turn off the TV, if there’s no signal provided  
for more than 5 minutes.  
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Ready to Watch Some TV?  
Starting up the X195 LCD HDTV  
1. Make sure your power cable is connected and the standby red light in the  
front of the TV is lit up.  
2. Check all your connection cables off the side or the back of your TV and also  
your AV devices. Make sure they are all connected securely.  
3. Turn on your TV and other AV devices if necessary.  
4. Select the correct source according to the Connecting pages.  
If You’ve Connected Antenna or Cable to the TV…  
If an antenna or cable (without a cable box) is connected to your TV’s tuner, you will  
need to go through a setup process in order to watch the TV. When you turn on the TV  
for the first time, follow through the instructions below to complete the setup and your  
TV will be ready for viewing.  
1. Locate your X195 remote control, and press MENU to start the setup. Use  
the or button to select the dish icon labeled TV and press .  
2. Use the or button to select TUNER MODE and use the or button  
to select Cable or Air.  
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3. Use the or button to select AUTO SCAN and press . If you have  
Cable selected make sure Cable System has the setting at AUTO. Use the  
or button to select START TO SCAN and press . Once the scan  
finishes you can begin to watch TV.  
Please Note :  
Not all broadcasts are in High Definition (HD). Please refer to your  
local broadcasting stations for more information.  
The X195 LCD HDTV’s tuner is designed for HDTV therefore  
requires a stronger signal than normal TVs. If you cannot achieve  
that signal level with your antenna or cable, your X195 LCD HDTV  
might lose picture or sound.  
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OSD (On Screen Display)  
Controls  
Via Remote Control  
In order to adjust most of the options inside the On Screen Display (OSD), the picture below shows  
all the buttons used on the remote control.  
– This button exits the OSD  
entirely.  
– This button changes the channel to a  
higher number and also functions as up  
direction in the OSD.  
– This button changes the channel to a  
lower number and also functions as down  
direction in the OSD.  
– This button decreases the volume and  
also functions as left direction in the OSD.  
– This button increases the volume and  
also functions as right direction in the OSD.  
– This button changes the channel in  
conjunction with the number pad and also  
– This button opens the  
OSD and also exits the OSD  
by going to the previous  
level of the OSD.  
functions as enter for selecting options in  
the OSD.  
Via TV Side Panel Buttons  
In order to provide more than one type of OSD control buttons, the side panel’s buttons  
have also been made functional for adjusting the OSD.  
1.  
2.  
POWER – This button is not used under the OSD.  
SOURCE – When the OSD is active, this button acts as the enter button and confirms the  
menu selection.  
3.  
MENU – This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD). If a sub-menu is active, pressing  
this button will return selection to the previous menu level.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
CH – If the OSD is active, this button functions as down control for the menu.  
CH–If the OSD is active, this button functions as up control for the menu.  
VOL() – If a OSD is active, pressing this button will move the selection to the left.  
VOL(+) – If a OSD is active, pressing this button will move the selection to the right.  
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OSD (On Screen Display) Options  
VIDEO – This main option has functions for changing the picture settings for all ports,  
such as tint, contrast, sharpness, brightness, saturation, color temperature.  
AUDIO – This main option has functions for changing sound settings for all ports, such  
as treble, bass, and balance.  
TIME – This main option has time related functions such as sleep timer, time zone.  
SETUP – This main option has functions for OSD language, closed caption, PC setup,  
aspect and transparency.  
PARENTAL – This main option has functions for only composite and TV port. The  
purpose of this option is to block TV inappropriate for children.  
TV – This main option has functions for the tuner port, such as tuner mode, auto scan,  
favorite, channel skip, and DTV signal.  
Video Main Option  
This option allows users to adjust the TV’s picture sharpness, color, tint, and other various functions.  
1. Press MENU to open the OSD.  
2. Press or to move to VIDEO and press .  
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3. Use or to select the option you want to adjust and use or to adjust  
them.  
PICTURE MODE – This function allows you to adjust the  
video through preset modes, standard, custom, vivid, and mild.  
CONTRAST – This function adjusts the white levels in a  
picture. The higher the contrast, the less detail you will see in  
bright white objects.  
BRIGHTNESS - This function adjusts the black level in a  
picture. The higher the brightness, the less detail you will  
have in dark objects.  
SHARPNESS – This function adjusts the picture’s sharpness.  
The higher the sharpness, the more pixilation a picture will  
have.  
TINT - This function adjusts your picture’s overall color with  
everything looking green on one end and everything looking  
red on the other.  
SATURATION - This function adjusts how strong your  
picture’s colors are going to be.  
COLOR TEMPERATURE - This function adjusts the white  
color’s overall balance of white colors in a picture. The  
function changes the white color’s overall balance in large  
increments.  
i. NORMAL – This option will produce a picture with normal  
white color.  
ii. COOL – This option will produce a picture with overall  
bluish color.  
iii. WARM – This option will produce a picture with overall  
reddish color.  
Audio Main Option  
This option allows users to adjust the TV’s sound functions.  
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1. Press MENU to open the OSD  
2. Press or to move to AUDIO and press .  
3. Use or to select the option you want to adjust and use or to adjust  
them.  
SOUND MODE – This function allows you to adjust audio preset  
modes custom standard, speech, movie, and music.  
BASS – This function adjusts the level of low pitch sound in a TV.  
TREBLE – This function adjusts the level of a high pitch sound in a  
TV.  
BALANCE – This function adjusts the balance of sound level  
between the left and right speaker of the TV.  
Time Main Option  
This option allows users to adjust the TV’s time functions.  
1. Press MENU to open the OSD  
2. Press or to move to TIME and press .  
3. Use or to select the option you want to adjust and use or to adjust  
them.  
SLEEP TIMER – This function allows you to adjust the number of  
minutes you want the TV to sleep in. It ranges from 15 minutes to  
240 minutes.  
TIME ZONE – This function adjusts the time zone you are in.  
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME – This function turns daylight saving  
time on or off.  
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Setup Main Option  
This option allows users to adjust various miscellaneous options such as OSD language,  
PC setup, or closed captioning.  
1. Press MENU to open the OSD  
2. Press or to move to SETUP and press .  
3. Use or to select the option you want to adjust and use or to adjust  
them.  
OSD LANGUAGE – This function allows you to adjust the language  
of the OSD menu.  
TRANSPARENCY – This function adjusts the transparency of the  
OSD menu.  
ASPECT – This function adjusts the video format of the TV.  
PC SETUP – This function opens up signal synchronization options  
with the PC.  
i. H-POS – This will let you move the PC image left or right.  
ii. V-POS – This will let you move the PC image up or down.  
iii. CLOCK – This will let you adjust the quality of the image  
in large increments.  
iv. PHASE – This will let you adjust the quality of the image  
in small increments.  
v. AUTO ADJUST – This will automatically adjust the image  
quality and position for you.  
CLOSED CAPTION – This function adjusts words that are supplied  
by closed captioning.  
i. CC MODE – This turns on or off the closed captioning.  
There is also an extra CC on mute option which allows  
closed captioning to be displayed when you mute the  
TV’s volume.  
ii. BASIC SELECTION – This allows you to select between  
various CC services and text boxes. CC1 is the standard  
for North America broadcasts. If you have TEXT1 ~  
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TEXT4 turned on, there will be a black box blocking the  
TV’s video.  
iii. ADVANCED SELECTION – This allows you to select  
between various digital closed caption services. North  
America broadcast usually uses service 1.  
iv. OPTION – This opens up adjustments for the type of  
digital caption style you want.  
a. MODE – This either locks or opens up the  
adjustments of the closed captioning.  
b. FONT STYLE – This allows you to select  
different font styles.  
c. FONT SIZE – This allows you to select the size  
of the captioning.  
d. FONT EDGE STYLE – This lets you add 3D  
effects to the font.  
e. FONT EDGE COLOR – This lets you add color  
to the edge style.  
f.  
FG COLOR – This lets you add color to the  
foreground of the captioning.  
g. BG COLOR - This lets you add color to the  
background of the captioning.  
h. FG OPACITY – This adjusts the transparency  
level of the foreground.  
i.  
BG OPACITY – This adjusts the transparency  
level of the background.  
RESTORE DEFAULT – This function resets all options under  
SETUP.  
Please Note:  
The TV’s native resolution is 1360x768. This resolution will  
give you the clearest PC screen. Make sure you use auto  
adjust to sync to the PC’s signal after connecting the TV to the  
PC.  
All adjustments under option are only for digital channel  
closed captioning, under analog channels these adjustments  
are not available.  
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Parental Main Option  
This option allows users to turn on TV program filters for children. To use this option  
you will need to enter in the password first. The password is “0000”.  
1. Press MENU to open the OSD  
2. Press or to move to PARENTAL and press .  
3. Use or to select the option you want to adjust and use or to adjust  
them.  
CHANGE PASSWORD – This function changes the password of  
the parental options.  
SYSTEM LOCK – This function enables the TV blocking options.  
UNRATED LOCK – This function locks or unlocks TV shows or  
Movies that are unrated.  
US – This function enters the ratings systems for both movies and  
TV shows.  
i. TV – This blocks TV shows. You can select the level you  
want to block by choosing by TV rating or choosing by  
content. For further content explanation please refer to  
detailed explanation section.  
ii. MPAA – This blocks movies. You can select the level  
you want to block by choosing the movie ratings you  
want to block.  
RRT SETTING – This function sets the rating region table that  
defines the rating standard for a particular geographic region and/or  
country. The menu may vary depending on the local broadcasting  
system.  
RESET – Resets all options inside PARENTAL.  
Please Note:  
If RRT setting is grayed out that means your country / area does  
not support that type of setting.  
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TV Main Option  
This option chooses various antenna and cable functions. Extra functions include  
limited range scanning, and channel skipping.  
1. Press MENU to open the OSD  
2. Press or to move to TV and press .  
3. Use or to select the option you want to adjust and use or to adjust  
them.  
TUNER MODE – This selects the tuner mode of the TV from air  
(antenna) to cable.  
AUTO SCAN - This scans for the channels for the TV and also lets  
you choose the cable system of your choice.  
FAVORITE – This allows you to add or delete favorite channels  
from the list of scanned channels.  
CHANNEL SKIP – This allows you to skip the channels you do not  
want to watch.  
DTV SIGNAL – This measures a digital TV channel’s broadcasting  
strength.  
AUDIO LANGUAGE – This selects your language preference in a  
program.  
Please Note:  
The cable system should be left at AUTO unless you know  
which cable system your local cable company uses.  
If you did not scan for channels you will not be able to use  
channel skip or favorite.  
Audio language is dependent on the TV channel’s support, if  
you do not get the language of your choice it is because the  
particular channel does not support that language.  
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Detailed Explanations  
Aspect Ratio Explained  
The X195 is a widescreen TV, but most TV programs are still broadcasting in a square  
format, therefore the TV is offering two ways of viewing videos. There are mainly two  
types of signal format, 16:9 (X195’s 16:9 is named normal) and 4:3. Simply use the  
ASPECT button on the TV to cycle between both modes and other extra modes.  
1. Normal  
This mode will stretch the picture to a widescreen ratio. If you have a perfect 16:9  
ratio picture you will not see any black bars. If you are watching a widescreen  
movie in 1.85:1 or 2.35:1 ratio, you will still get black bars on the top and bottom of  
the screen.  
2. Zoom  
When watching a 4:3 aspect ratio TV or movie, this mode zooms in to cut off most  
of the black bars on the side while preserving the 16:9 ratio. Because of the zoom,  
the top and bottom are cut off as well.  
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3. Cinema  
When watching a movie even with this widescreen TV you will still get some black  
bars on the top and bottom. This aspect ratio will zooms in to cut off most of the  
black bars on the top and bottom. Because of the zoom, the left and right will  
suffer cut off as well.  
Rating Explained  
General Operation  
To block channels you don’t want your children to watch, you can filter them with the ratings function.  
MPAA lets you control ratings for movies. For regular TV programs you can use USTV settings.  
USTV settings lets you filter what content you want at each age level, TV-Y, to TV-MA (refer to  
definitions below). Below are definitions for each setting.  
USTV Rating  
TV-Y (USTV) – For All Children  
This program is designed to be appropriate for all children. Whether animated or live-action, the  
themes and elements in this program are specifically designed for  
a very young audience, including children from ages 2-6. This program is not expected to frighten  
younger children.  
TV-Y7 (USTV) – Directed to Older Children  
This program is designed for children age 7 and above. It may be more appropriate for children who  
have acquired the developmental skills needed to distinguish between make-believe and reality.  
Themes and elements in this program may include mild fantasy violence or comedic violence, or  
may frighten children under the age of 7. Therefore, parents may want to consider the suitability of  
this program for their very young children. Note: For those programs where fantasy violence may be  
more intense or more combative than other programs in this category, such programs will be  
designated TV-Y7-FV.  
TV-G (USTV) – General Audience  
Most parents would find this program suitable for all ages. Although this rating does not signify a  
program designed specifically for children, most parents may let younger children watch this  
program unattended. It contains little or no violence, no strong language and little or no sexual  
dialogue or situations.  
TV-PG (USTV) – Parental Guidance Suggested  
This program contains material that parents may find unsuitable for younger children. Many parents  
may want to watch it with their younger children. The theme itself may call for parental guidance  
and/or the program contains one or more of the following: moderate violence (V), some sexual  
situations (S), infrequent coarse language (L), or some suggestive dialogue (D).  
TV-14 (USTV) – Parents Strongly Cautioned  
This program contains some material that many parents would find unsuitable for children less than  
14 years of age. Parents are strongly urged to exercise greater care in monitoring this program and  
are cautioned against letting children under the age of 14 watches unattended. This program  
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contains one or more of the following: intense violence (V), intense sexual situations (S), strong  
coarse language (L), or intensely suggestive dialogue (D).  
TV-MA (USTV) – Mature Audience Only  
This program is specifically designed to be viewed by adults and therefore may be unsuitable for  
children under 17. This program contains one or more of the following: graphic violence (V), explicit  
sexual activity (S), or crude indecent language (L).  
TV program description  
FV - Fantasy Violence  
V - Violence  
S - Sexual Situations  
L - Adult Language  
D - Sexually Suggestive Dialog  
MPAA Rating  
G (MPAA)  
General audiences. All ages admitted.  
PG (MPAA)  
Parental guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children.  
PG-13 (MPAA)  
Parents strongly cautioned. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.  
R (MPAA)  
Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian (age varies in some  
juridictions).  
NC-17 (MPAA)  
No one 17 and under admitted.  
X (MPAA)  
X is an older rating that is unified with NC-17 but may be encoded in the data of older movies.  
Shortcuts to Browsing Channels  
Browsing through the entire channel list on the TV can be tedious. This TV features a favorite  
channel list, where you can add in channels that you always want to watch  
TO ADD TO THE FAVORITE LIST  
1.  
2.  
Go to any channel you would like to include in your favorites list.  
Press the ADD button on the remote control. You will see a heart on the INFO banner  
denoting that this channel is in the favorites list.  
TO DELETE FROM THE FAVORITE LIST  
1.  
2.  
Go to any channel you would like to remove from your favorites list.  
Press the DELETE button on the remote control. You will then see the heart disappear  
on the INFO banner denoting that this channel is no longer in the favorites list.  
BROWSING CHANNELS WITH THE FAVORITE LIST  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Press the FAVORITE button, and the list of channels you have added will be in a box on  
the lower left hand side of the TV screen.  
Use the or buttons to select the channel you want to jump to and press to  
confirm.  
You can also use the keypad numbers 1 and 2 as page up and page down if you have  
too many channel numbers in the list.  
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BROWSING CHANNELS WITHOUT THE FAVORITE LIST  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
You can also browse the channels without the favorite list by simply pressing the ↵  
button.  
A list of all the channels scanned in by the TV will appear on the lower left hand side of  
the TV screen.  
Use the or buttons to select the channel you want to jump to and press to  
confirm.  
You can also use the keypad numbers 1 and 2 as page up and page down if you have  
too many channel numbers in the list.  
INFO TITLE BAR WHILE USING ANTENNA  
The Info bar provides information on the current digital channel you are watching.  
1.  
2.  
Press the INFO button once to see the channel number and call sign.  
Press the INFO button twice to see the additional audio information, time of the program,  
channel’s broadcasting resolution, and closed captioning information.  
Press the INFO button three times to see the current program’s description.  
3.  
CHANNEL GUIDE WHILE USING ANTENNA  
The channel guide provides the program line up of the current channel.  
1.  
2.  
Press the GUIDE button on the remote control to activate the guide.  
Use the or buttons to browse the channel’s broadcasting programs and their  
schedules.  
3.  
Use the or buttons to switch to the previous or next channel.  
Please Note :  
The info title bar and channel guide functions described above are only available  
when you are using the TV with the TV’s own tuner and an antenna. The functions  
are not supported under cable.  
Preset Modes Explained  
The TV features different preset modes of settings for audio and video. For people who like to  
optimize the TV for whichever program it is playing but do not want to individually tweak every  
setting, the preset modes are used.  
For Video  
To switch between the various modes, press the PICTURE button continuously.  
1.  
CUSTOM – This mode saves the user’s tweaked settings. If you changed settings under  
the OSD VIDEO main option, the settings would be saved under CUSTOM mode.  
MILD – This mode is mainly used for movies.  
2.  
3.  
STANDARD – This mode is mainly used for regular television viewing and video gaming.  
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VIVID – This mode is mainly used for nature channels and sporting events.  
Please Note:  
4.  
Each preset modes can be used to your preference. The preset mode descriptions  
are merely usage suggestions.  
For Audio  
To switch between the various modes, press the SOUND button continuously.  
1.  
CUSTOM - This mode saves the user’s tweaked settings. If you changed settings under  
the OSD AUDIO main option, the settings would be saved under CUSTOM mode.  
STANDARD – This mode is mainly used for regular television viewing.  
SPEECH – This mode is mainly used for news and commentary programs.  
MOVIE – This mode is mainly used for movies, sporting events, and video gaming.  
MUSIC – This mode is mainly used for music videos.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
Please Note:  
Each preset modes can be used to your preference. The preset mode descriptions  
are merely usage suggestions.  
How do I clean the TV ?  
IMPORTANT  
1.  
2.  
The power cable has to be removed from the socket before cleaning the TV.  
Do not use volatile solvent (alcohol, rosin, and toluene) to clean the TV. These  
types of chemicals might damage the housing and the LCD glass.  
Cleaning the bezel and remote control  
1.  
2.  
Use a 100% cotton cloth or micro-fiber cloth for cleaning.  
If the remote control or bezel is dirty to the point where you cannot simply dry wipe  
it, please lightly dampen the wiping material with clean water and wipe again.  
Wipe the display with a dry micro-fiber cloth or 100% cotton cloth afterwards.  
Please Note :  
Make sure you wring the water out of the cloth before cleaning  
the bezel or remote in order to prevent water from penetrating  
into the electronics.  
Cleaning the Screen  
1.  
2.  
Use a 100% cotton cloth or micro-fiber cloth for cleaning.  
The LCD screen glass is extremely fragile. Do not scrape it with any material. Do  
not press or tap the screen to avoid cracking. When the screen is dirty to the point  
where you cannot simply dry wipe it, please lightly dampen the wiping material with  
clean water and wipe again. Wipe the display with a dry micro-fiber cloth or 100%  
cotton cloth afterwards.  
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Troubleshooting  
The following table contains the common problems and the solutions to these  
problems. Please check this list before you contact the technicians.  
Problems  
Solutions  
Connect power cord correctly.  
Turn on power.  
Connect video cable correctly.  
NO PICTURE  
Select the input signal source with proper cable connection with the  
source button.  
Match the colors on the cables to the ports off the back of the television.  
I.E. red cable to red colored port.  
ABNORMAL COLORS  
PICTURE IS TOO DARK Adjust your contrast, brightness and lamp settings from the OSD Menu.  
AUDIO ONLY NO  
PICTURE  
Make sure you have connected both your video and audio cables.  
The TV’s tuner signal must not be lower than 65 %.  
PICTURE ONLY NO Make sure the audio cable is connected.  
AUDIO  
Readjust your volume via the remote control.  
The TV’s tuner signal must not be lower than 65 %.  
Turn off the TV, unplug it from the socket. Remove the batteries out of  
the remote for 30 minutes. Press the remote buttons and the power  
REMOTE CONTROL button randomly for a good 2 seconds, and then reinstall the batteries.  
DOES NOT WORK  
Try the remote to see if it works.  
The TV’s remote sensor is also housed in the same place as the power  
indicator light. Please make sure there is line of sight from the remote  
control’s front sensor to the remote sensor of the TV.  
CANNOT RECEIVE  
SUFFICIENT  
The TV’s tuner signal must not be lower than 65 %. Change the  
direction of your antenna and rescan your channels. If you have cable  
CHANNELS THROUGH call up your cable company and ask about signal strength of your local  
THE ATSC/NTSC  
TUNER  
cable.  
Please adjust your picture setup and make sure the saturation and the  
RGB are not turned all the way down.  
NO COLOR  
The TV’s tuner signal must not be lower than 65 %. Check your signal.  
WEAK SIGNAL OR NO The TV’s tuner signal must not be lower than 65 %. Change the  
PROGRAM SYMBOL  
ON SCREEN  
direction of your antenna and rescan your channels. If you have cable  
call up your cable company and ask about signal strength of your local  
cable.  
TV’S UNIVERSAL  
REMOTE CODE  
This television follows SONY’s universal remote code. To find the  
actual code you must read through your own universal remote’s  
guide book.  
TV CHANNELS ARE Check your auto lock function’s settings inside the OSD. You may have  
BLOCKED locked up some channels but forgot about them.  
UNIVERSAL REMOTE This TV follows SONY’s universal remote code. Please check your hand  
CODE book for SONY’s codes then apply them.  
THE TV TURNS ON OR This TV is a High Definition liquid crystal display panel TV. It requires a  
OFF SLOWLY AND THE few more seconds than normal TVs to power up and show the picture.  
SCREEN SHOWS UP  
SLOWLY  
NO SOUND ON PC  
Make sure you have a 3.5 mm mini-jack cable connected from your pc’s  
sound output to the TV’s VGA STEREO INPUT.  
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Problems  
Solutions  
HDCP VIDEO SAYS NO Reboot your HDCP video device but turning them off and unplugging the  
HDCP SUPPORT  
power cord. Wait up to 8 minutes to plug the power back in to see if it  
works or not.  
Make sure you have a 3.5 mm mini-jack cable connected from your  
HDCP VIDEO HAS NO HDCP video device’s sound output to the TV’s VGA STEREO INPUT. If  
AUDIO  
your HDCP video device uses RCA AUDIO jacks, you’ll need to obtain a  
RCA audio converted into 3.5 mm mini-jack cable.  
CANNOT GET  
1360x768 is a widescreen resolution. If your video card cannot achieve  
1360x768 ON PC VGA the resolution, please try updating the video card’s drivers to the newest  
version. If that does not work, you’ll need to think about upgrade the  
video card to one that is capable of achieving that resolution.  
PICTURE IS  
DISTORTED OR HAS  
ABNORMAL SOUND  
This might be from interference from large electrical appliances, cars,  
motorcycles, or fluorescent lights. If the TV is close to the wall, try  
moving the TV to another room in your house to see if the problem still  
occurs.  
If you’re using HDMI or a TV digital channel make sure you use the  
ASPECT button to switch to FULL format. If you are using VGA, use the  
AUTO ADJUST function to adjust to the screen. Please Note : If you  
are using regular analog TV, AV, or component in 480i resolution, use  
the ASPECT button to switch to FULL in order to fill up the screen.  
Please Note : This note this feature will distort the picture.  
For best image quality, view HD widescreen programs where possible. If  
HD content is not available view “Standard Definition” from a digital  
PICTURE DOES NOT  
COVER THE ENTIRE  
SCREEN  
PICTURE QUALITY IS source. Standard, analog TV will always be noticeable inferior to HD  
HORRIBLE!!  
because your X195 LCD HDTV has video that is many times better than  
old TV’s and so you can see interference and deficiencies you did not  
KNOW you had.  
PICTURE HAS PIXELS Your X195 LCD HDTV is manufactured using an extremely high level of  
THAT ARE ALWAYS  
DISPLAYING THE  
SAME COLOR  
precision technology, however, sometimes some pixels of your X195  
LCD HDTV may not display. Pixels defects within industry specifications  
are inherent to this type of product and do not constitute a defective  
product.  
SWITCHING A CHANNEL Different channels and inputs will sometimes have this effect because  
OR SOURCE CHANGES the channel signal’s own volume is already loud. There is no way  
THE VOLUME  
remove this completely. The TV has an AUTO VOLUME LEVEL  
function that can combat this type of effect. Please make sure that  
function is turned on.  
THERE IS NOISE OR  
When your LCD HDTV’s resolution is higher than the digital channel’s  
TRASH PIXELS ON THE broadcast resolution, the signal is up-converted to match your TV’s  
SCREEN  
resolution. Up-converting can cause this type of effect.  
TIPS FOR HIGH  
DEFINITION USERS  
The X195 LCD HDTV is an ideal platform for viewing High Definition  
Content. The best image quality can be achieved by HDMI, YPbPr  
(Component), then VGA. However, due to variances in broadcast  
practices, it is possible some image distortions can occur.  
TIPS FOR LETTERBOX Letterboxed (Widescreen) versions of DVD movies are most commonly  
CONTENT USERS  
formatted for standard 4:3 TVs. The X195 LCD HDTV has the  
capability of expanding this content so the entire screen is filled at the  
expense of the image proportion. To use this function press the aspect  
button on the remote control and cycle among the available options.  
The buttons are represented by the ▲▼◄► buttons located on the  
I CANNOT FIND THE  
VOLUME AND CHANNEL remote control. ▲▼ changes the channels and ◄► changes the  
CHANGING BUTTONS  
I CANNOT FIND ENTER  
BUTTON  
volume.  
The enter button has the symbol . It is located in the center of the  
▲▼◄► buttons.  
TV TURNS OFF  
AUTOMATICALLY  
AFTER 5 MINUTES  
The TV features a power saving mode which will automatically turn off  
the TV, if there’s no signal provided for more than 5 minutes.  
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Call Us If You Need Help!  
Products are often returned due to a technical problem rather than a defective product  
that may result in unnecessary shipping charges billed to you. Our trained support  
personnel can often resolve the problem over the phone or email. For more information  
on warranty services or repairs after the warranty period, please contact our support  
department at the number below.  
For technical help, contact our Sceptre Technical Support Group via email or phone.  
Please have your Sceptre p/n number, serial number, and date of purchase  
available before you call.  
Tech Support E-mail : [email protected]  
Customer Service Email : [email protected]  
TEL : 1800-788-2878  
Operation Hours : Mon - Fri at 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM (PST)  
City of Industry, CA 91745  
TEL : 626-369-3698  
FAX : 626-855-5711  
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Specification  
Display panel  
Illustration  
Item  
ActiveArea/ScreenSize  
AspectRatio  
Diagonal 18.5 inches  
Widescreen 16:9  
PixelPitch  
0.3 (H) x RGB x 0.3 (V)mm  
HD (1366 x 768 pixels) resolution  
300 nits (Typical)  
Max. ofPixels(Resolution)  
Brightness  
Contrast  
1000 :1 (Typical)  
ResponseTime  
5ms (gray to gray)  
Typical 170 / 160 Degree  
(Horizontal/Vertical)  
Viewing Angle  
LampLifeofBacklight  
> 50,000hrs  
TV DISPLAY  
18.3“(W)x12.5“(H)x2.9”(D) inch without Base  
18.3”(W)x13.7”(H)x7.1”(D) inch with Base  
Dimension  
Weight  
8.2 lbs with Base  
Power input  
DC 12V  
MAX 4A, 48W  
Function  
(1)Video  
De-interlace  
2D  
3:2  
2D  
Frame recover  
Noise reducing core technology  
Aspect ratio  
Normal / 4:3 / Zoom / Cinema  
Fixed Gamma  
Gamma  
Picture mode  
Custom / Standard / Mild / Vivid /  
Contrast / Brightness / Sharpness / Saturation /  
Tint  
Video adjust  
3 levels of color temp. for VGA  
Cool / Normal / Warm  
(2)Audio  
Sound Mode  
Tone  
Custom / Standard / Movies / Music / Speech  
Bass / Treble / Balance  
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Speakers  
3 watt per channel  
(3) General  
Hybrid TV Tuner  
Channel auto scan  
Sleep timer  
Standby power  
Timing support-Video  
PC timing  
NTSC / ATSC / QAM (Digital Cable Ready)  
Yes  
Off /10 mins ~ 120 mins  
Under 1W  
480i / 480p / 720p / 1080i scaled  
1360*768@60hz (NATIVE)  
1024*768@60Hz, 75Hz  
800*600@60Hz, 75Hz  
640*480@60Hz, 75Hz  
(4)NTSC/ATSC  
Sound: Mono / Stereo / SAP  
Favorite Channel  
NTSC  
V-chip  
Closed caption  
(CC1-CC4, Text 1-Text 4)  
Sound: Mono / Stereo / SAP  
Favorite Channel  
ATSC  
V-chip  
Video input format: 1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i  
Analog closed caption:  
(CC1-CC4, Text 1-Text 4)  
Digital closed caption:  
(Service 1-Service 6)  
ATSC (continued)  
(5)I/O  
TV Tuner (NTSC/ATSC), AV, S-Video (Audio  
Shared with AV), YPbPr (Audio Shared with  
AV), HDMI/HDCP (optional, HDCP audio  
shared with VGA Audio In), VGA, VGA Audio  
In, Headphone Out.  
*The product’s specifications may change without notice or obligation.  
**This manual’s pictures and words are for references only and are subject to change without notice  
or obligation. Sceptre Inc is not liable for the misuse or misinterpretation of this manual.  
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LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY  
Please read this warranty card carefully, it is a “ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY” on parts and labor and is only  
valid when purchased from an Authorized Reseller, only on new and non-refurbished product, and available to  
customers in the Continental US, Alaska, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. See below for the SCEPTRE Extended Service  
warranty.  
SCEPTRE’s Responsibility  
SCEPTRE Displays purchased in the United States are warranted to be free from defects in materials or  
workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of their original retail purchase. If the unit fails to conform to  
this warranty, we will service the monitor using new or refurbished parts.  
Service Labor  
During a period of one (1) year from the effective warranty date, SCEPTRE will provide, when needed, service labor  
to repair a manufacturing defect at its designated Service Center. To obtain warranty service in the Untied States,  
you must first call our Customer Support at (800) 788-2878. The determination of service will be made by SCEPTRE  
Customer Support. PLEASE DO NOT  
RETURN YOUR UNIT TO SCEPTRE WITHOUT PRIOR AUTHORIZATION.  
Parts  
New or remanufactured replacements for defective parts will be used for repairs by SCEPTRE at its designated  
Service Center for one (1) year from the effective warranty date. Such replacement parts are warranted for the  
remaining portion of the original warranty period.  
Service  
During the one (1) year warranty period, SCEPTRE will, at its option and sole discretion, repair or replace defective  
parts, including replacement of the entire Panel. The Customer will be required to ship the unit to the Service Center  
indicated at the time Customer Support is contacted to make the necessary repairs, you are responsible for all  
transportation charges to the service facility. SCEPTRE is not responsible for the de-installation or re-installation of  
the unit.  
Packaging and Shipping Instruction  
When you send the product to an authorized SCEPTRE service facility you must use the original carton box and  
packing material or an equivalent as designated by SCEPTRE.  
Not Covered  
This warranty does not cover defects, malfunctions or failures resulting from shipping or transit accidents, abuse,  
misuse, operation contrary to furnished instructions, operation on incorrect power supplies, operation with faulty  
associated equipment, modification, alteration, improper servicing, tampering or normal wear and tear or TVs on  
which the serial number has been removed or defaced. Image Sticking caused by operating at excessive brightness  
levels for extended periods or mishandling are not covered by this warranty.  
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS  
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD OF TIME SET FORTH  
ABOVE. OUR LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES AND DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY CAUSE  
WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING OUR NEGLIGENCE, ALLEGED DAMAGE OR DEFECTIVE GOODS, WHETHER  
SUCH DEFECTS ARE DISCOVERABLE OR LATENT, SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF  
THE DISPLAY. WE SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSS OF USE, COMMERCIAL LOSS OR OTHER  
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG  
AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL  
DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. This warranty gives you  
specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. This is the only warranty  
applicable; no one is authorized to extend or modify it or to grant any other warranty.  
SCEPTRE retains the right to assess all warranty claims and to determine if damages are covered by the warranty. In  
case of a claim that is not covered by the warranty, you will be contacted to determine whether SCEPTRE should  
repair the damage for a fee or whether the product should be returned to you as received by the repair center.  
Dead Pixel Policy  
There are millions of pixels on a LCD screen. Therefore, there is industry standard specification regarding dead or  
bad pixels. SCEPTRE sets limit on the LCD at 3 dead pixels in a cluster adjacent to each other, or 5 dead pixels in a  
combination of color and brightness of dead pixels. Any number of dead or bad pixels under the limit is considered  
normal specification.  
Owner’s Responsibility  
Effective Warranty Date  
Warranty begins on the date of sale to the end user. To ensure warranty service, keep the dated bill or sale receipt as  
evidence of the purchase date.  
Warranty Service  
For warranty service information, contact SCEPTRE Customer Support at (800) 788-2878, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm PST  
without charge. Other service is at the owner’s expense. You must provide the model, serial number and date of  
purchase. Before you ask for warranty service, read your User Manual. You might avoid a service call.  
Warranty conditions are subject to change, for latest Warranty Terms and Conditions and additional information  
regarding your warranty, please see complete details online at www.SCEPTRE.com.  
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Disclaimer, Trademarks, &  
Copyright Information  
“HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or  
registered trademarks of HDMI Liscensing LLC.”  
SCEPTRE is a trademark or registered trademark of Sceptre Group.  
Sceptre, Inc. shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions  
contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from  
furnishing this material, or the performance or use of this product.  
In the interest of continuing product improvement, Sceptre, Inc. reserves the right  
to change product specifications without notice. Information in this document may  
change without notice.  
No part of this document may be copied, reproduced, or transmitted by any means,  
for any purpose without prior written permission from Sceptre, Inc..  
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FCC Compliance Statement  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  
Operation is subject to the following conditions:  
This device may not cause harmful interference  
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that my cause undesired  
operation.  
Please Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B  
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable  
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses  
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the  
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no  
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause  
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the  
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the  
following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which  
the receiver is connected.  
Caution: To comply with the limits for an FCC Class B computing device,  
always use the signal cord and power cord supplied with this  
unit.  
The Federal communications Commission warns that changes or modifications to the unit not  
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to  
operate the equipment.  
European Notice  
Products with the CE marking comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC), (93/68/EEC) and  
the Low Voltage Directive (72/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.  
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