Akai AL3208TBK - User Manual

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Overview

Function Description
Important Technical Specifications
Usage Features
Maintenance Features

This document is a user manual for an AKAI LED-TV, model AL3208TBK, which includes DVB-T/C tuner functionality.

Function Description:

The AKAI AL3208TBK is a remote-controlled color LED television designed for home entertainment. It features a fully integrated digital/cable TV (DVB-T/C) tuner, allowing reception of digital terrestrial and cable broadcasts. The TV supports various input sources, including HDMI, USB, Scart, VGA, and YPbPr, enabling connection to a wide range of external devices such as DVD players, PVRs, video game consoles, and PCs. It incorporates an OSD (On-Screen Display) menu system for easy navigation and configuration. The television also includes a stereo sound system, Teletext functionality, and a headphone connection for private listening.

Important Technical Specifications:

Display: 16:9 aspect ratio, 32-inch screen.
TV Broadcasting: PAL B/G D/K K.
Receiving Channels: VHF (BAND I/III), UHF (BAND U), HYPERBAND.
Number of Preset Channels: 1000.
RF Aerial Input: 75 Ohm (unbalanced).
Operating Voltage: 220-240V AC, 50Hz.
Audio Output Power (WRMS.): 2 x 6 (10% THD).
Power Consumption: 65W.
Weight: 7.30 kg.
TV Dimensions (DxLxH):
- With foot: 205 x 743 x 493 mm.
- Without foot: 39 x 743 x 451 mm.
Operation Temperature and Humidity: 5°C up to 45°C, 85% humidity max.
PC Input Typical Display Modes (Resolution/Frequency): Supports resolutions from 640x350p (60 Hz) up to 1920x1080 (60 Hz).
AV and HDMI Signal Compatibility: Supports PAL 50/60, NTSC 60, RGB 50/60 via SCART; PAL 50/60, NTSC 60 via Side AV; 480I/P, 576I/P, 720P, 1080I/P via PC/YPbPr; and 480I/P, 576I/P, 720P, 1080I/P (including 24Hz, 25Hz, 30Hz, 50Hz, 60Hz) via HDMI.
Supported File Formats for USB Mode:
- Video: .mpg, .mpeg, .dat, .vob (MPEG1,2), .mkv (H.264, MPEG1,2,4), .mp4 (MPEG4, Xvid 1.00-1.10-beta1/2, H.264), .avi (Xvid 1.00-1.10-beta1/2, H.264). Max resolution/bit rate: 1920x1080 @ 30P 20Mbit/sec.
- Audio: .mp3 (MPEG 1 Layer 1/2/3), EAC3/AC3, PCM.
- Photo: .jpg, .jpeg (Baseline JPEG, Progressive JPEG). Max WxH: 15360x8640 (4147200bytes), 9600x6400 (3840000bytes), 5760x4096 (3840000bytes).
- Subtitle: .bmp, .sub, .srt.

Usage Features:

Power Save Mode: Offers "Eco" mode for reduced energy consumption, "Picture Off" to turn off the screen while audio continues, and "Disabled."
Standby Notifications: Automatically enters standby if no input signal is received for 5 minutes or if left unattended for a while, displaying "Standby Cause No Signal" or "Standby Cause No Operation."
TV Control Switch: A single button on the TV allows control of volume, program selection, source input, and standby/on functions.
Remote Control: Comprehensive remote with numeric buttons, navigation, menu access, volume/channel control, source selection, sleep timer, media browser, and dedicated buttons for picture modes, equalizer settings, and EPG. Includes two customizable "My button" functions.
First Time Installation (FTI): Guides the user through language selection, preferences, and channel scanning (Aerial or Cable). Supports Logical Channel Number (LCN) system.
Media Playback via USB Input: Connects 2.5" and 3.5" external hard disk drives or USB memory sticks. Supports FAT32 and NTFS disk formatting (recording not available with NTFS). Features Media Browser for playing photo, music, and movie files with loop and shuffle modes.
Picture Menu: Adjustable settings for Mode (Cinema, Game, Sport, Dynamic, Natural), Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, Colour, Backlight, Noise Reduction, Dynamic Contrast, Colour Temp, Picture Zoom, HDMI True Black, Film Mode, Skin Tone, Colour Shift, RGB Gain, and Reset. PC mode includes Autoposition, H/V Position, Dot Clock, and Phase adjustments.
Sound Menu: Adjustable settings for Volume, Equalizer (User mode customizable), Balance, Headphone, Sound Mode, AVL (Automatic Volume Limiting), Headphone/Lineout selection, Dynamic Bass, Surround Sound (On/Off), and Digital Out type.
Settings Menu: Includes Conditional Access (for CI modules), Language configuration, Parental controls (PIN protected, default 0000, 4725 for France), Timers (sleep timer, program timers via EPG), Date/Time, and Source options.
Other Settings: Menu Timeout, Scan Encrypted Channels (On/Off), Blue Background (On/Off), Software Upgrade (via Aerial/Cable or Internet), Application Version display, Hard of Hearing, Audio Description, Auto TV Off, Standby Search (Optional), Store Mode (for retail display), and Power Up Mode preference.
Install and Retune Menu: Options for Automatic Channel Scan (Digital Aerial, Digital Cable, Analogue, or combinations), Manual Channel Scan, Network Channel Scan, Analogue Fine Tune, and First Time Installation (resets all settings).
Electronic Programme Guide (EPG): Displays current and next program information, allows navigation, detailed info, switching between List/Timeline Schedule, filtering, and setting/deleting program timers.

Maintenance Features:

Cleaning: Before cleaning, unplug the TV. Use only a soft, dry cloth. Avoid scratching the screen with fingernails or hard objects.
Battery Replacement: The remote control uses two AAA batteries. Replace them when the remote does not operate, ensuring correct polarity.
Software Upgrade: The TV is capable of automatically finding and updating its software via aerial/cable signal or the internet. Users can also manually check for upgrades through the menu. An automatic search and upgrade mode runs at 03:00 if enabled.
Troubleshooting & Tips: Provides guidance for common issues such as TV not turning on (check power cord, remote batteries, power button), poor picture (check TV system, signal level, antenna connection, channel frequency, device connections), no picture (check transmission, remote button, input source, antenna connection/cable), and no sound (check mute, volume, balance).
Safety Information: Emphasizes caution regarding electric shock (do not open cover), proper ventilation (10 cm free space), stable placement, moderate climate use, accessible power cord, and protection from liquids, open flames, and direct sunlight. Advises disconnecting the TV during lightning storms or extended periods of non-use. Warns against excessive sound pressure from earphones. Mentions that non-active pixels may appear on the screen and do not affect performance.