SOYO Flat Panel Television MT SYJCP32B1AB User Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL  
MT-SYJCP32B1AB  
Please read this manual carefully before operating your set.  
Retain it for future reference.  
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WARNING / CAUTION  
The lightning flash with arrowhead  
symbol, within an equilateral triangle,  
is intended to alert the user to the  
presence of uninsulated “dangerous  
voltage” within the product’s enclosure  
that may be of sufficient magnitude to  
constitute a risk of electric shock to  
persons.  
WARNING/CAUTION  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC  
SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR  
BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS  
INSIDE. REFER TO QUALIFIED SERVICE  
PERSONNEL.  
The exclamation point within an equi-  
lateral triangle is intended to alert the  
user to the presence of important  
operating and maintenance (servicing)  
instructions in the literature accompa-  
nying the appliance.  
WARNING/CAUTION  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO  
RAIN OR MOISTURE.  
NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER  
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National  
Electric Code (U.S.A.). The code provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies  
that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of  
the cable entry as practical.  
CAUTION  
Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from the dealer.  
Unauthorized modification could void the user’s authority to operate this product.  
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WARNING / CAUTION  
To prevent fire or shock hazards, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.  
FCC NOTICE  
Class B digital device  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursu-  
ant 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 deter-  
mined 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 receiver.  
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.  
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
Caution  
Changes or modification not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the  
user’s authority to operate the equipment.  
On Disposal  
a. The fluorescent lamp used in this product contains a small amount of mercury.  
b. Do not dispose of this product with general household waste.  
c. Disposal of this product must be carried out in accordance to the regulations of your local authority.  
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Important Safety Instructions  
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 or 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 plugs, convenience recepta-  
cles, 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 lightning 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.  
15.Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids,  
such as vases, are placed on the apparatus.  
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Important Safety Instructions  
16.To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the mains plug from the AC  
receptacle.  
17.The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.  
18.This apparatus shall be connected to a Mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.  
NOTE  
Prolonged use of headphones at a high volume may cause health damage on your ears.  
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the  
user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage " within the product's enclosure that  
may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.  
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the pres-  
ence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompa-  
nying the product.  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or  
moisture .  
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Contents  
WARNING / CAUTION  
Important Safety Instructions  
Contents  
3-4  
5-6  
7-8  
Accessories  
9
9
9
Supplied Accessories  
Installing Batteries  
Controls  
10-13  
10  
11  
12-13  
Front Panel  
Rear Panel  
Remote Control  
Installation  
14  
14  
14  
Wall mount Installation  
Desktop Pedestal Installation  
Connections  
15-24  
15  
16-17  
18-19  
20-21  
22  
Antenna Connection  
VCR Connection  
DVD Connection  
HDSTB Connection  
External A/V Source  
Digital Audio Out  
PC Connection  
22  
23  
Resolution  
24  
Basic Operation  
Turning On or Off  
Channel Selection  
Volume Adjustment  
Sound Mute  
25-26  
25  
25  
25  
25  
Quick View  
25  
Input Selection  
Language Selection  
26  
26  
On Screen Menus  
27  
Setting up TV Channel  
Auto Scan  
28-30  
28  
Add/Delete Channel  
EPG(Electronic Program Guide)  
29  
30  
Picture Controls  
31-33  
31  
Auto Picture Controls  
Manual Picture Controls  
Color Temperature  
32  
33  
Advanced Video  
34-39  
34  
Dynamic Noise Reduce  
Black Level Extender  
White Peak Limiter  
35  
36  
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Contents  
CTI  
Flesh Tone  
Adaptive Luma Control  
37  
38  
39  
Sound Controls  
40-42  
40  
Auto Sound Controls  
Manual Sound Controls  
Auto Volume Control  
Stereo/SAP Broadcast Setup  
41  
42  
42  
Time Setting  
44-47  
43  
Time Zone Setting  
Auto Time Setting  
Manual Time Setting  
Auto On/Off Time Setting  
Sleep Timer  
44  
45  
46  
47  
Captions  
49-50  
48  
Closed Caption-Analog  
Closed Caption-Digital  
Closed Caption Options  
49  
50  
Reset  
51  
Reset Default  
51  
Parental Control  
52-60  
52  
Enter the your password  
Set Password  
52  
Rating Enable/Disable  
TV Ratings for USA  
Movie Ratings  
53  
54-55  
56  
TV Rating English for Canada  
TV Rating French for Canada  
Downloadable Rating  
Clean All  
57  
58  
59  
60  
Setting the PC Mode  
Auto Picture Controls  
Manual Picture Controls  
Color Temperature  
Auto Adjustment  
61-65  
61  
62  
63  
64  
Manual Adjustment  
65  
Special Functions  
66  
Picture Format  
66  
Specification  
67  
68  
Troubleshooting  
Warranty Card  
Registration Card  
70  
71-72  
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Accessories  
Supplied Accessories  
Ensure that the following accessories are included with your product.  
If an accessory is missing, please contact the dealer where you purchased the product.  
User must use shielded signal interface cables with ferrite cores to maintain standard compliance for  
the product.  
1. Remote  
2. Batteries  
3. Power Cord  
4. Owner's Manual  
Installing Batteries  
1
2
3
Open the battery cover  
on the back side.  
Insert two batteries in  
correct polarity, match  
(+ with +), and match  
(- with -).  
Close the battery cover.  
Don't mix old batteries  
with new batteries.  
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Controls  
Front Panel  
VOL  
VOL  
CH  
1
2
CH  
TV/AV  
MENU  
3
4
5
6
1. VOL + / VOL -  
Adjusts menu setting.  
Adjusts sound level.  
2. CH + / CH -  
Select a channel.  
3. TV/AV  
Selects the TV, AV, S-Video, YPbPr, VGA or HDMI mode.  
4. MENU  
Display on screen menus.  
5. POWER  
Switches the set on or off.  
6. Power Indicator  
Illuminates in bright blue when the TV is in standby mode.  
Illuminates in dark blue when the TV is switched on.  
Remote control sensor  
Accepts the IR signal of remote controller.  
NOTE  
Here shown may be somewhat different from your set.  
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Controls  
Rear Panel  
COMPONENT IN  
HDMI/DVI  
IN  
RGB IN  
(PC)  
AUDIO IN  
(RGB/DVI)  
ANTENNA/  
CABLE IN  
DIGITAL AUDIO  
OUT(COAXIAL)  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
L
R
AV IN  
L
AUDIO  
R
Y
Pb  
Pr  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1. HDMI/DVI IN  
Connect to the HDMI jack for device with HDMI 5. AV IN  
output. (This input can also be used as a DVI  
connection with an HDMI to DVI adaptor and  
separate analog audio inputs.)  
Connect RCA cable to an appropriate external  
A/V device such as VCR, DVD or Camcorder.  
6. AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI)  
2. RGB IN (PC)  
Connect to the audio output jack on your PC.  
Connect to the video output jack on your PC.  
7. ANTENNA/CABLE IN  
Connect to your antenna or cable box for TV  
signal.  
3. COMPONENT IN  
Video/Audio inputs for Component.  
4. S-VIDEO IN  
8. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT(COAXIAL)  
Connect digital audio to various types of equip-  
ment.  
Connect the output of an S-VIDEO device to  
the S-VIDEO input.  
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Controls  
Remote Control  
- All the functions can be controlled with the remote control handset.  
- Some functions can also be adjusted with the buttons on the side panel of the set.  
- Before you use remote control handset, please install the batteries.  
1. POWER  
Switches the set on or off.  
2. SOURCE  
POWER  
SOURCE  
Selects the TV, AV, S-Video, YPbPr, VGA or HDMI  
mode.  
1
3
2
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
3. NUMBER BUTTONS  
Selects channel numbers.  
4. Hyphen(  
)
5
8
Press to select DTV channels.  
For example, to select channel ‘10-1’, press ‘10’ then  
press ‘ ’ and ‘1’.  
4
6
EXIT  
VOL  
CH  
7
5.  
Switch to the previous channel number.  
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OK  
6. VOL+ / VOL-  
MENU  
MUTE  
Adjusts sound level.  
IPI  
ISI  
SEELP ZOOM  
7. CH+ / CH-  
Select a channel.  
CC  
MTS  
EPG DISPLAY  
8. EXIT  
Clear all on-screen menus and return to TV viewing  
from any menu.  
9.  
Navigational Controls  
Adjusts menu settings.  
Selects menu item.  
Accepts your selection.  
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Controls  
10. MENU  
Display on screen menus.  
11. MUTE  
Switches the sound on or off.  
POWER  
SOURCE  
12.  
13.  
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
Recalls your preferred picture setting.  
Recalls your preferred sound setting.  
14. SLEEP  
Sets the sleep timer.  
EXIT  
VOL  
CH  
15. ZOOM  
Selects your desired picture format.  
OK  
16. CC  
Select the Caption menu directly.  
MENU  
MUTE  
11  
14  
15  
10  
13  
12  
IPI  
ISI  
SEELP ZOOM  
17. MTS  
Select MTS sound : Mono, Stereo and SAP in Analog  
CC  
MTS  
EPG DISPLAY  
Channel.  
16  
17  
19  
18  
Change the audio language in DTV Channel.  
18. EPG  
Displays the program guide.  
19. DISPLAY  
Shows the present screen information.  
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Installation  
Wall mount Installation  
4 inches  
4 inches  
4 inches  
4 inches  
4 inches  
The set can be installed on a wall as shown above.  
For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4 inches on all four sides from the wall.  
Detailed instructions are available from your dealer, refer to the optional Wall Mounting Bracket  
Installation and Setup Guide. (Wall Mount Sold Separately)  
Desktop Pedestal Installation  
4 inches  
4 inches  
4 inches  
4 inches  
The set can be mounted on a desk as shown above.  
For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4 inches on each side from the wall.  
Detailed instructions are available from your dealer, refer to the optional Desktop Stand Installation and  
Setup Guide.  
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Connections  
Antenna Connection  
Multi-family Dwellings/ Apartments  
(Connect to wall antenna socket)  
AUDIO IN  
(RGB/DVI)  
ANTENNA/  
CABLE IN  
DIGITAL AUDIO  
OUT(COAXIAL)  
AV IN  
L
R
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
Wall Antenna Socket  
RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm)  
Turn clockwise to tighten.  
VHF  
UHF  
Outdoor Antenna  
Be careful not to bend the bronze wire when  
connecting to an antenna port.  
* Separately purchase a RF Coaxial Wire(75 ohm)  
Single-family Dwellings /Houses  
(Connect to wall jack for outdoor antenna)  
NOTE  
AUDIO IN  
(RGB/DVI)  
ANTENNA/  
CABLE IN  
DIGITAL AUDIO  
OUT(COAXIAL)  
AV IN  
L
- To improve the picture quality in a poor  
signal area, please purchase a signal  
amplifier and install properly.  
VIDEO  
R
AUDIO  
- If the antenna is not installed properly,  
contact your dealer for assistance.  
VHF  
UHF  
Signal  
Amplifier  
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Connections  
VCR Connection  
- To avoid picture noise (interface), leaves an adequate distance between the TV and the VCR.  
A When connecting with an antenna  
1. Connect the Antenna out socket of the VCR to  
the Antenna input socket on the TV.  
VCR  
ANT IN  
2. Press the PLAY button on the VCR and match  
(R) AUDIO (L)  
VIDEO  
the appropriate input selection between the TV  
and VCR for viewing.  
OUT  
IN  
ANT OUT  
S-VIDEO  
AUDIO IN  
(RGB/DVI)  
ANTENNA/  
CABLE IN  
DIGITAL AUDIO  
OUT(COAXIAL)  
AV IN  
L
VIDEO  
R
AUDIO  
Back panel of the set  
A When connecting with an RCA cable  
1. Connect the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks between TV  
and VCR. Match the jack colors (Video = yel-  
low, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red)  
VCR  
ANT IN  
VIDEO (L) AUDIO (R)  
OUT  
IN  
ANT OUT  
S-VIDEO  
OUTPUT  
SWITCH  
2. Insert a video tape into the VCR and press  
PLAY on the VCR.  
3. Select the AV input source with using the  
SOURCE button on the remote control.  
COMPONENT IN  
4. Refer to the VCR manual for operating instruc-  
tions.  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
L
R
AV IN  
L
AUDIO  
Y
Pb  
VIDEO  
Pr  
VIDEO  
R
AUDIO  
Back panel of the set  
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Connections  
A When connecting with an S-Video cable  
1. Connect the S-VIDEO output of the VCR to the  
S-VIDEO input on the set. The picture quality is  
improved; compared to normal composite (RCA  
cable) input.  
VCR  
ANT IN  
VIDEO (L) AUDIO (R)  
OUT  
IN  
ANT OUT  
S-VIDEO  
OUUT  
SWH  
2. Connect the audio outputs of the VCR to the  
AV AUDIO L, R input jacks on the set.  
3. Insert a video tape into the VCR and press  
PLAY on the VCR.  
COMPONENT IN  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
L
R
AV IN  
L
AUDIO  
4. Select the S-Video input source with using the  
Y
Pb  
Pr  
VIDEO  
R
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
SOURCE button on the remote control.  
Back panel of the set  
5. Refer to the VCR manual for operating instruc-  
tions.  
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Connections  
DVD Connection  
A When connecting with a S-Video cable  
1. Connect the S-VIDEO output of the DVD to the  
DVD  
S-VIDEO input on the set.  
ANT IN  
VIDEO (L) AUDIO (R)  
OUT  
IN  
ANT OUT  
S-VIDEO  
2. Connect the audio outputs of the DVD to the  
OUUT  
SWH  
AV AUDIO L, R input jacks on the set.  
3. Turn on the DVD player, insert a DVD.  
4. Select S-Video input source with using the  
SOURCE button on the remote control.  
COMPONENT IN  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
L
R
AV IN  
L
AUDIO  
5. Refer to the DVD player's manual for operating  
instructions.  
Y
Pb  
Pr  
VIDEO  
R
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
Back panel of the set  
A When connecting with a Component cable  
DVD  
1. Connect the video outputs (Y, PB, PR) of the  
DVD to the COMPONENT VIDEO(Y, Pb, Pr)  
jacks on the set.  
(L) AUDIO (R)  
Y
Pb  
Pr  
2. Connect the audio outputs of the DVD to the  
COMPONENT AUDIO L, R jacks on the set.  
3. Turn on the DVD player, insert a DVD.  
COMPONENT IN  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
L
R
4. Select YPbPr source with using the SOURCE  
AV IN  
AUDIO  
Y
Pb  
VIDEO  
Pr  
VIDEO  
L
R
button on the remote control.  
AUDIO  
Back panel of the set  
5. Refer to the DVD player's manual for operating  
instructions.  
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Connections  
A When connecting with a HDMI cable  
1. Connect the HDMI output of the DVD to the  
DVD  
HDMI/DVI IN jack on the set.  
HDMI-DVD OUTPUT  
2. Select HDMI input source with using the  
SOURCE button on the remote control.  
3. Refer to the DVD player's manual for operating  
instructions.  
COMPONENT IN  
HDMI/DVI  
IN  
RGB IN  
(PC)  
L
R
AUDIO  
Y
Pb  
Pr  
VIDEO  
Back panel of the set  
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Connections  
HDSTB Connection  
- This TV can receive Digital Over-the-air/Cable signals without an external digital set-top box.  
However, if you do receive Digital signals from a digital set-top box or other digital external device,  
refer to the figure as shown below.  
A When connecting with a D-Sub 15 pin cable  
Digital Set-top Box  
1. Connect the RGB output of the digital set-top  
box to the RGB IN (PC) jack on the set.  
(R) AUDIO (L)  
RGB-DTV OUTPUT  
2. Connect the audio outputs of the set-top box to  
the AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) jack on the set.  
3. Turn on the digital set-top box.  
4. Select VGA input source with using the  
SOURCE button on the remote control.  
5. Refer to the digital set-top box manual for oper-  
ating instructions.  
COMPONENT IN  
RGB IN  
(PC)  
AUDIO IN  
(RGB/DVI)  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
L
R
AV IN  
L
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
R
Y
Pb  
Pr  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
Back panel of the set  
A When connecting with a HDMI cable  
Digital Set-top Box  
1. Connect the HDMI output of the digital set-top  
box to the HDMI/DVI IN jack on the set.  
HDMI-DVD OUTPUT  
2. Turn on the digital set-top box.  
3. Select HDMI input source with using the  
SOURCE button on the remote control.  
4. Refer to the digital set-top box manual for oper-  
ating instructions.  
COMPONENT IN  
HDMI/DVI  
IN  
RGB IN  
(PC)  
L
R
AUDIO  
Y
Pb  
Pr  
VIDEO  
Back panel of the set  
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Connections  
A When connecting with a Component cable  
Digital Set-top Box  
1. Connect the video outputs (Y, PB, PR) of the  
digital set-top box to the COMPONENT  
VIDEO(Y, Pb, Pr) jacks on the set.  
(L) AUDIO (R)  
Y
Pb  
Pr  
2. Connect the audio outputs of the digital set-top  
box to the COMPONENT AUDIO L, R jacks on  
the set.  
3. Turn on the digital set-top box.  
COMPONENT IN  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
L
R
AV IN  
AUDIO  
Y
Pb  
VIDEO  
Pr  
VIDEO  
L
R
4. Select YPbPr source with using the SOURCE  
AUDIO  
button on the remote control.  
Back panel of the set  
5. Refer to the digital set-top box manual for oper-  
ating instructions.  
A When connecting with a HDMI to DVI cable  
1. Connect the DVI output of the digital set-top  
Digital Set-top Box  
box to the HDMI/DVI IN jack on the set.  
DVI-DTV OUTPUT  
(R) AUDIO (L)  
2. Connect the audio outputs of the set-top box to  
the AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) jack on the set.  
3. Turn on the digital set-top box.  
4. Select HDMI input source with using the  
SOURCE button on the remote control.  
COMPONENT IN  
HDMI/DVI  
IN  
RGB IN  
(PC)  
AUDIO IN  
(RGB/DVI)  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
L
R
AV IN  
L
AUDIO  
5. Refer to the digital set-top box manual for oper-  
ating instructions.  
VIDEO  
R
Y
Pb  
Pr  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
Back panel of the set  
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Connections  
External A/V Source  
1. Connect the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks between TV  
and external equipment. Match the jack colors