THOMSON EFC031 User Manual

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This manual applies to several TV set models. Some features may not be available on the model you purchased. Refer to
the feature table provided with this manual to find out the main features of the relevant model.
Optional functions are indicated by the following symbol: O
The model number of your TV set is on a label at the back of the set and on the cover of this manual.
Chapter 1: Getting started
Important information ....................................................................2
Safety ....................................................................................................2
LCD panel............................................................................................2
Care ....................................................................................................2
Switching on ......................................................................................3
Remote control TV functions ..........................................................4
Chapter 2: Channel set-up
Initial set-up ......................................................................................5
Organiser ..........................................................................................5
Arranging channels in order............................................................5
Deleting channels ..............................................................................5
Naming or renaming channels........................................................6
Manual channel set-up......................................................................6
Favourite channels ............................................................................6
Chapter 3: Operation
General operation ............................................................................7
Switching the television set on or to standby ............................7
Volume..................................................................................................7
Displaying status information..........................................................7
Accessing channels ............................................................................7
Last programme ................................................................................7
Accessing AV programmes ..............................................................7
Favourite channels ............................................................................7
Zoom....................................................................................................7
O Adjusting the sound ......................................................................8
Graphic equaliser ..............................................................................8
Adjusting the picture........................................................................9
Setting the time ..............................................................................10
Setting the time................................................................................10
Calendar ............................................................................................10
Programming the wake-up timer ................................................10
Schedule automatic shut-off..........................................................10
Programme a sleep time................................................................10
Parental control ..............................................................................11
Locking a channel or AV programme ........................................11
Locking the appliance’s buttons ..................................................11
Modifying your personal code......................................................11
Operation (TV mode) ....................................................................11
Teletext ............................................................................................12
Accessing Teletext............................................................................12
Navigation bar ..................................................................................12
Changing the character set temporarily ....................................12
Other Teletext functions ................................................................13
Newsflash ..........................................................................................13
Subtitles..............................................................................................13
Direct access to subpages ............................................................13
Alarm page ........................................................................................13
Fastext................................................................................................13
Chapter 4: Other information
Sockets ............................................................................................14
Connecting headphones ................................................................14
Connecting a video recorder ........................................................14
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THOMSON EFC031 Specifications

General

Screen Size	32 inches
Backlight Type	LED
Display Type	LCD
Aspect Ratio	16:9
HDMI Ports	2
USB Ports	1
VGA Input	Yes
Display Resolution	1366 x 768 pixels
Built-in Speakers	Yes
Weight	4.5 kg

Summary

Chapter I: Important information

Safety

Essential safety precautions for using the TV set and handling potential hazards.

LCD panel

Information regarding the LCD screen, its characteristics, and potential issues.

Care

Guidelines for cleaning and maintaining the television set.

Switching on

Step-by-step instructions for powering on the TV and remote control.

Remote control TV functions

Explanation of buttons and their functions on the remote control for TV operation.

Chapter 2: Channel set-up

Initial set-up

Guide to the first-time setup process for searching and storing channels.

Organiser

Tools for managing channels: renaming, reordering, and deleting.

Arranging channels in order

Procedure to change the sequence of channels in the TV's channel list.

Deleting channels

Instructions on how to remove unwanted channels from the TV's memory.

Naming or renaming channels

How to assign custom names to TV channels for easier identification.

Manual channel set-up

Steps for manually tuning and storing individual TV channels.

Favourite channels

How to select and access preferred channels quickly.

Chapter 3: Operation

General operation

Basic functions including switching on/off, volume control, channel selection, and viewing status information.

Adjusting the sound

How to fine-tune audio settings, including sound type and graphic equaliser.

Graphic equaliser

Detailed settings for adjusting audio frequencies using presets or manual control.

Adjusting the picture

Guide to modifying picture settings like brightness, contrast, and sharpness.

Setting the time

Instructions for setting the TV's clock and reference time.

Calendar

How to view the calendar and set the current month and year.

Programming the wake-up timer

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

Schedule automatic shut-off

Configuring the TV to turn off automatically at a set time.

Programme a sleep time

Setting a sleep timer to automatically put the TV into standby after a delay.

Parental control

Features for limiting access to channels or appliance functions using a PIN code.

Locking a channel or AV programme

How to block specific channels or AV inputs via parental controls.

Locking the appliance's buttons

Preventing unauthorized use by locking the physical buttons on the TV.

Modifying your personal code

Steps to change the existing PIN code for parental controls.

Operation (TV mode)

How access restrictions affect TV mode operations and require a PIN.

Teletext

Introduction to the Teletext service and its information capabilities.

Accessing Teletext

Instructions on how to activate and navigate Teletext pages.

Navigation bar

Features within the Teletext navigation bar like STOP, ???, ZOOM, and MIX.

Changing the character set temporarily

How to adjust the character set for optimal Teletext display on certain channels.

Other Teletext functions

Details on advanced Teletext features like news, subtitles, direct access, alarms, Fastext, and adjustments.

Chapter 4: Other information

Sockets

Detailed explanation of all input/output sockets on the TV.

Connecting headphones

How to connect headphones or earphones to the TV.

Connecting a video recorder

Instructions for connecting a VCR to the television using various methods.