Avtex W195TS - User Manual

This document serves as a user guide for the Avtex LED television models W195TS, W215TS, and W249TS. It provides comprehensive instructions for operating and maintaining the TV, emphasizing safety precautions and various features.

Function Description

The Avtex TV is an LED television designed for home and vehicle use (when stationary). It offers a range of functionalities including:

Television Viewing: Standard TV and Radio reception, with options for programme tuning, management, and scheduling. It supports HbbTV for enhanced content and CI Information for conditional access modules.
Smart TV Capabilities (webOS TV): The TV runs on webOS TV, providing a "Smart Home" experience. This includes a Home Dashboard for managing connected devices, access to a web browser, and various apps such as Netflix and Prime Video. Users can search for content, manage installed applications, and customize the home screen.
Media Playback: The TV supports USB Media playback, allowing users to connect USB storage devices to enjoy photos, videos, and music in various formats (jpeg, jpg, jpe, png, bmp for photos; mp3, wav, ogg, wma, flac for music; asf, avi, mp4, 3gp, mkv, ts, mpg, vob for video).
Connectivity: It features multiple input and output terminals including HDMI, AV IN, USB, Optical Audio Out, Headphone Output, RJ45 (Internet), and LNB S/S2 (Satellite) and RF (Aerial) inputs. It also includes onboard dual-band Wi-Fi for network connectivity.
Audio and Video Customization: Users can adjust picture modes (e.g., Eco), aspect ratio settings, and energy-saving options. Sound settings include various sound modes (Standard, Cinema, Clear Voice III, Sports, Music, Game) and options for audio output devices (Internal TV Speaker, Bluetooth, Mobile Device, Optical, HDMI ARC, Wired Headphones).
Accessibility Features: The TV offers several accessibility options such such as Audio Guidance for visually impaired users, Audio Description, High Contrast, Grayscale, Invert Colors, and Hard of Hearing (captions).

Usage Features

The Avtex TV is designed for user-friendly operation, primarily through its remote control and on-screen menus.

Remote Control: The remote control is the primary interface for navigating the TV. It includes dedicated buttons for power, TV/Radio switching, search, subtitles, quick settings, input source selection, volume control, channel changing, AD (Audio Description), mute, play/pause, home menu, back, exit, text, text option, movies search, and record. It also features quick access buttons (0-9) that can be programmed to launch specific apps or inputs.
Initial Setup: The initial setup involves selecting the input source from a list displayed by pressing the source button. HDMI input sources are managed through the Home Dashboard.
Quick Settings: A quick settings menu, accessed via a dedicated remote button, allows for rapid adjustments of common settings like picture mode, sound mode, and sleep timer. Users can customize the items in this menu.
Live Menu: When watching TV broadcasts, the "LIST" button on the remote brings up a live menu, offering options to view current programmes, access the programme guide, and schedule watching or recording.
Smart Home Navigation: The "HOME" button on the remote opens the webOS TV home screen, providing access to a dashboard for managing connected devices, recently used apps, the app store, browser, and media playback menus. Users can edit the home screen by rearranging or deleting apps.
USB Media Playback: To play media from a USB device, users select the Photo & Video or Music app from the home screen. Navigation through files is done using arrow buttons, and playback starts by pressing the OK button. Additional details and operations are available during playback.
Menu Navigation: The main menu, accessed through "All settings," is organized into categories: Picture, Sound, Programmes, Connection, General, Accessibility, and Support. Users navigate these menus using arrow buttons and select options with the OK button.
Device Connection Settings: The "Connection" menu allows for easy setup with external devices, including Auto Device Detection, SIMPLINK (HDMI-CEC), Auto Power Sync, LG Wireless, Keyboard, and Universal Control Settings. Mobile connection management with smartphones or PCs is also available.
General Settings: The "General" menu includes settings for AI services, language, location, time, safety (parental guidance), account management, and home settings.

Maintenance Features

The user guide emphasizes several maintenance and safety aspects to ensure the longevity and safe operation of the Avtex TV.

General Safety: Users are instructed to read all safety precautions before operation. This includes warnings against electric shock, avoiding naked flame sources near the TV, and proper ventilation.
Power Cord Protection: The power cord should be protected from being walked on, pinched, or damaged. It should not overhang tables and should be unplugged during lightning storms or long periods of disuse.
Cleaning: The TV should be cleaned only with a slightly damp cloth. Abrasive pads, cleaning solutions, or liquids should not be used on the unit's surface.
Battery Safety: Detailed guidelines for battery use in the remote control are provided:
- Fit batteries correctly, observing polarity.
- Replace all batteries at once, avoiding mixing old and new or different types.
- Supervise children when replacing batteries.
- Store unused batteries in packaging, away from metal objects.
- Remove dead batteries and all batteries if the unit won't be used for a long time.
- Ensure battery compartments are secure.
- Never dispose of batteries in fire; recycle them appropriately.
- Never attempt to recharge ordinary batteries.
- Do not leave batteries in the remote control for extended periods to prevent leakage or corrosion.
Software Updates: The "Support" menu allows users to check for and install software updates, ensuring the TV's operating system is current.
Reset to Initial Settings: If needed, the TV can be reverted to its factory default settings through the "Reset to Initial Settings" option in the "Support" menu.
Servicing: All servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel, especially if the TV is damaged or not working normally. Users are warned not to remove covers or attempt repairs themselves.
Disposal: The manual provides guidance on the correct disposal of the product, indicating that it should not be treated as household waste but handed over to applicable collection points for recycling electrical and electronic equipment.
Guarantee: The Avtex TV comes with a 3-year parts and labour guarantee, requiring the original receipt for any repairs during this period. The guarantee does not cover accidental damage or misuse.

Avtex W195TS Specifications

General

Screen Size	19 inches
Resolution	1366 x 768
Display Type	LED
HDMI Ports	2
USB Ports	1
USB	Yes
DVD Player	No
Aspect Ratio	16:9
Built-in Freeview	Yes
Power Consumption	25W
Tuner	DVB-T/T2