Grundig 32 VLE 7130 BF User Manual

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32 VLE 7130 BF
40 VLE 7130 BF
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Grundig 32 VLE 7130 BF Specifications

General

Screen Size	32 inches
Resolution	1366 x 768 pixels
Display Type	LED
HDMI Ports	2
USB Ports	1
Smart TV	Yes
Display Resolution	HD Ready
Ethernet Port	Yes
Wi-Fi	Yes
HD Type	HD Ready
Refresh Rate	60 Hz
Built-in Wi-Fi	Yes
Energy Efficiency Class	A
Digital Tuner	DVB-T2/C/S2

Summary

GENERAL INFORMATION

Special features of your television set

Details on advanced features like HD, DLNA, and internet radio capabilities.

Important notes on environmental protection

Information on saving resources and reducing energy consumption for environmental and safety reasons.

CONNECTION AND PREPARATION

Connecting the antenna and power cord

Instructions for connecting the antenna and power cables to the television set.

Inserting batteries into the remote control

Guide on how to properly insert batteries into the television's remote control.

OVERVIEW

Connections on the television set

Diagram and explanation of the various connection ports available on the television.

Controls on the television set

Description of the buttons and their functions located directly on the television unit.

The remote control Main functions

Explanation of the primary functions and buttons of the television's remote control.

The remote control All functions

Detailed list of all functions and their corresponding buttons on the remote control.

SETTINGS

Initial set-up and tuning television channels

Guide for the first-time setup and automatic channel scanning process.

Selecting language, country and operating mode

Steps to configure the television's language, country, and operational mode.

Tuning terrestrial television channels (DVB-T)

Instructions for scanning and tuning digital terrestrial TV channels.

Tuning television channels from the cable provider (DVB-C)

Instructions for scanning and tuning digital channels from a cable provider.

Changing the program table for the digital channels

Managing digital channel lists, favorites, and locking individual channels.

Selecting channel lists

How to select and manage different channel lists available on the TV.

Creating lists of favourites

Steps to create and save preferred channels into up to four favorite lists.

Sorting channels in the favourite list

Procedure to change the order of channels within the favorite lists.

Deleting channels

How to remove unwanted channels from the program table.

Skipping channels

Marking channels to be skipped during sequential channel selection.

Picture settings

Adjusting picture parameters like Mode, Brightness, Contrast, Sharpness, and Colour.

Sound settings

Adjusting volume, balance, sound type, sound preset, and stereo width.

Automatic volume

Feature to maintain consistent volume levels across different channels.

Stereo/two channel sound, mono

Selecting audio channels or switching to mono sound for better quality.

Stereo width

Enhancing the stereo sound output for a broader audio experience.

Soundeffects

Applying preset sound effects or creating a custom sound profile.

SRS TruSurround XT*

Enabling virtual surround sound technology for an immersive audio experience.

Equalizer

Adjusting audio frequencies to customize sound output.

Audio description (Audio subtitles)

Enabling audio descriptions for visually impaired users.

TELEVISION - OPERATION

Basic functions

Core operations: switching on/off, selecting channels, and adjusting volume.

Selecting channels from lists

Choosing channels from various saved lists like 'All' or favorite groups.

Selecting a preset AV channel

Switching between different AV input sources (HDMI, Component, etc.).

Adjusting the volume

How to control the audio volume level using the remote.

Switching sound on/off

Muting or unmuting the television sound output.

Displaying information

Showing current channel and program information on screen.

Freeze-frame

Pausing the current program to view a specific scene.

Picture settings

Accessing and adjusting various picture display modes and parameters.

Audio settings

Selecting audio presets for different sound experiences.

Audio language

Selecting primary and secondary audio languages for digital channels.

Subtitles

Enabling and selecting subtitle languages for digital channels.

Zoom function

Enlarging the picture display in multiple steps for better viewing.

Eco mode

Reducing power consumption by activating energy-saving modes.

Zapping function

Storing and quickly switching between recently viewed channels.

Electronic TV guide

Accessing program schedules and detailed program information.

Changing the picture format

Adjusting the aspect ratio (e.g., 4:3, 16:9) for optimal picture display.

HOME NETWORK

Network connection

Establishing a wired or wireless connection between the TV and a local network.

Wired network connection

Connecting the television to a network using a LAN cable.

Wired network settings

Configuring network settings, either automatically or manually.

Automatic connection

Setting up the network connection automatically using DHCP.

Manual connection

Manually configuring network parameters like IP Address, Netmask, Gateway, and DNS.

Wireless network connection

Connecting the TV to a wireless network using a Grundig WiFi USB dongle.

Wireless network settings

Configuring wireless network settings, either automatically or manually.

Automatic connection

Setting up the wireless network connection automatically.

Manual connection

Manually configuring wireless network parameters like IP Address and password.

Playback the video, music and image files with home network connection

Accessing and playing media files from a Digital Media Server on the network.

Start playback

Initiating playback of selected media files from a connected device.

Other playback functions

Controlling playback with functions like pause, resume, and stop.

vTuner internet radio

Listening to internet radio stations through the vTuner service.

USB RECORDING

Information on recording and playing television programmes

Overview of recording capabilities, requirements, and supported channel types.

Possible limitations when using an external data medium

Restrictions on recording/playback functions due to broadcaster policies.

Connecting external data media

How to connect USB storage devices (hard drives, memory sticks) to the TV.

Settings for USB recording

Configuring the television for recording programs to USB devices.

Switching on automatic preview

Enabling file previews within the USB file browser.

Selecting external data media

Choosing a specific USB drive when multiple media are connected.

Selecting a partition on the external data medium

Selecting a specific partition on a multi-partition USB drive.

Testing the external data medium

Checking the compatibility and functionality of USB media for recording.

"Pausing" time shift programmes

Temporarily pausing live TV and resuming playback later.

Recording programmes

Instructions on how to record television programs onto external media.

One-touch programme recording

Simple method to start recording a program instantly from the current channel.

Recording a programme from the channel list

Recording a program directly by selecting it from the channel list.

Presetting programmes to be recorded

Scheduling programs for timer recording using the TV guide or manual entry.

... by manual data entry

Manually scheduling timer recordings by entering program details.

Editing recording data in the timer menu

Modifying previously scheduled timer recordings.

Deleting a timer

Removing scheduled timer recordings from the system.

Playback

Accessing and playing recorded programs from the external data medium archive.

Selecting a programme from the archive

Choosing a specific recorded program to play from the archive.

Forward/reverse picture search

Fast-forwarding or rewinding during playback of recorded content.

Repeating a scene (A-B)

Looping a specific segment (A-B) of a recorded program continuously.

Playback during a recording

Watching recorded programs while a new one is being recorded.

Deleting programmes in the recording list

Removing recorded programs from the recording list archive.

USB OPERATION

File formats

Supported video, audio, and image file types for playback via USB.

Connecting external data media

Connecting USB storage devices to the TV for media playback.

The file browser

Navigating and viewing video, audio, and picture files stored on USB media.

Switching on automatic preview

Enabling file previews to be displayed within the file browser.

Selecting the display mode

Changing how files are displayed (e.g., list, thumbnails, slideshow).

Setting the display duration for pictures in a slideshow

Adjusting how long each picture is shown during a slideshow.

DivX® VOD

Information regarding registration and playback of DivX Video on Demand content.

Basic playback functions

Core functions for playing media files: play, pause, stop, and navigation.

Selecting chapters on DivX® files

Navigating between chapters within DivX video files.

Selecting titles on DivX® files

Selecting different titles within a DivX file for playback.

Playing selected titles

Playing only marked titles from a list of available content.

Selecting a track or picture in steps (SKIP)

Stepping sequentially through tracks or pictures in a media file.

Selecting a certain passage for playback

Jumping to a specific passage (time) within a video file.

Fast forward

Speeding up playback for video and audio files.

Rotating pictures

Rotating picture files by 90 degrees during display.

Repeat functions

Setting playback to repeat a single track or all tracks in a list.

TELETEXT OPERATION

TOP text or FLOF text mode

Switching between different Teletext display modes.

Normal text mode

Standard Teletext mode operations including page selection.

Additional functions

Features like skipping waiting time and split screen display.

Enlarging the character height

Increasing the size of Teletext characters for better readability.

Page hold

Stopping automatic scrolling of Teletext sub-pages.

Opening a sub-page directly

Accessing specific sub-pages within a Teletext page by number.

Revealing answers

Displaying or concealing hidden answers or information on Teletext pages.

Split screen

Displaying the television channel alongside Teletext content.

CONVENIENCE FUNCTIONS

Opening the SETTINGS menu

How to access the main settings menu of the television.

Language settings

Changing the menu language, audio languages, and subtitle languages.

Changing the audio language

Setting primary and secondary audio languages for digital channels.

Changing the subtitle language and subtitle mode

Selecting subtitle language and display mode (e.g., Off, Basic).

Setting the date and time

Manually adjusting the television's date and time settings.

Timer settings

Configuring sleep timer and auto-on timer functions for power management.

Entering the switch-off time (sleep timer)

Setting the TV to automatically switch off after a specified period.

Switch-on timer

Setting the TV to automatically switch on at a specified time and channel.

Automatic switch-off (Auto Sleep)

Enabling automatic standby mode after a period of inactivity.

Parental control settings

Setting access levels for programs and locking menus using a PIN.

Changing the PIN code

Setting a personal PIN code instead of the default code.

Locking television channels

Restricting access to specific TV channels using a personal PIN code.

Updating software

Checking for and installing software updates for the television.

Restoring the television to the default settings

Resetting the TV to factory default settings, including channel lists and custom settings.

OPERATION USING EXTERNAL DEVICES

DIGI LINK

Overview of the CEC protocol for controlling external devices connected via HDMI.

The DIGI LINK functions on your television

How DIGI LINK features like auto on/off operate on the TV.

Switching on the television automatically from standby

TV automatically turns on when an external device is powered.

Automatic selection of the HDMI preset on the television

TV automatically switches to the correct HDMI input when an external device is turned on.

Selecting the menu language

Menu language is automatically set by the connected external device.

Switching off the external device automatically

External device turns off when the TV is put into standby mode.

Searching for and activating external devices

Finding and selecting connected devices for control via the TV remote.

Device operation

Configuring how external devices react to the TV's remote control.

Switching the device to standby

Putting connected external devices into standby mode via the TV.

High definition HD ready

Information about HD-compatible connections and viewing protected HD content.

Connection options

Overview of available TV sockets for connecting various external devices.

Connecting external devices ... with digital audio/video signals

How to connect devices via HDMI for digital audio and video signals.

... with analogue video signal (progressive)

How to connect devices using component Y Pb Pr for analogue video signals.

... using the SCART socket (FBAS/RGB signal)

Connecting devices via SCART for FBAS/RGB video and analogue audio signals.

Activating a decoder

Activating a connected decoder for unencrypted video/audio signal output.

... with S-Video signal

Connecting devices via S-VHS for video and RCA for analogue audio.

... with an analogue TV signal

Connecting devices via Video RCA for analogue TV video and analogue audio.

Using a DVD player, DVD recorder, video recorder or set-top box

General guidance for connecting and operating common external entertainment devices.

Headphones

Connecting headphones to the TV's headphone socket.

Changing the headphone volume

Adjusting the audio volume level for headphone output.

Hi-fi system/AV receiver

Connecting audio systems to the TV via optical or SPDIF digital audio connections.

Connecting the hi-fi system/AV receiver

Physical connection steps for audio systems to the TV.

Setting the audio format

Selecting audio output format (PCM or Dolby) for connected audio systems.

Playing the audio signal via the HiFi system

Configuring audio output settings for the Hi-Fi system or AV receiver.

OPERATION AS A PC MONITOR

Connecting a PC

How to connect a PC to the television using VGA and audio cables.

Selecting presets for the PC

Choosing predefined PC display modes for optimal viewing.

Settings for PC mode

Configuring TV settings for optimal display when used as a PC monitor.

OPERATION WITH A COMMON INTERFACE

What is a Common Interface?

Explanation of the CI slot and its purpose for viewing encrypted channels.

Inserting the CA module

Step-by-step guide to installing a CA module into the CI slot.

Access control for CI module and smart card

Managing access to Pay-TV channels and entering PIN codes for the CI module.

SPECIAL SETTINGS

Searching for television channels from the cable provider automatically

Performing an automatic scan for channels from a cable provider.

Searching for television channels from the cable provider manually

Manual tuning of channels from a cable provider by entering frequencies.

Searching for digital terrestrial TV channels automatically

Performing an automatic scan for digital terrestrial TV channels.

Searching for digital terrestrial TV channels manually

Manual tuning of digital terrestrial TV channels by entering channel numbers.

Tuning analogue television channels

Setting up analogue TV channels, either directly or via scan.

Switching the television to analogue reception

Switching the TV input source to enable analogue channel reception.

Setting all analogue television channels

Performing an automatic scan to find all available analogue channels.

Tuning the television channels by entering the channel numbers

Manually tuning channels by entering their specific numbers and fine-tuning.

Changing stored analogue channels

Modifying, deleting, or renaming stored analogue channels.

Selecting a channel list

Accessing and managing different channel lists.

Deleting channels

Removing channels from the program table.

Entering channel names (8 digit maximum)

Assigning custom names to TV channels.

Skipping television channels

Marking channels to be skipped during sequential channel selection.

Creating lists of favourites

Saving preferred channels into favorite lists for quick access.

Exiting the settings

How to exit the current settings menu and return to normal operation.

INFORMATION

Displaying signal information (for digital channels only)

Checking signal quality and strength for digital channels.

Technical data

Specifications and technical details of the television, including dimensions and power.

Service information for retailers

Information regarding product compliance with EU directives and retailer services.

Environmental note

Guidance on product recycling and responsible disposal of electronic equipment.

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common problems and malfunctions encountered with the television.