Mitsubishi WS-65315A Owner's Manual

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Projection Television Models

WT-42315, WS-48315, WS-55315,

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AUDIO

POWER

SLEEP

SQV

VIDEO

INPUT

CHANNEL

VOLUME

AUDIO

MUTE

ENTER

HOME

EXCH

ADJUST

CANCEL

INFO

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PIP INPUT

GUIDE

FORMAT

PIP/POP

REC

STOP

PAUSE

REW/REV

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Page 1 Owner’s Guide Owner’s Guide Projection Television Models WT-42315, WS-48315, WS-55315, WS-65315 and WS-65315A visit our website at www.mitsubishi-tv.com CABLE/DBS AUDIO POWER SLEEP VIDEO INPUT CHANNEL VOLUME AUDIO MUTE ENTER HOME EXCH ADJUST CANCEL MENU INFO V-CHIP PIP CH PIP INPUT...
Page 2 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 SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user of the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Important Notes ... 6 Chapter 1 Television Overview Thank you ... 8 Unpacking your New TV... 9 Special Features... 9 Front Control Panel ... 10 Back Panel Input/Output... 11 Important Notes ... 12 Chapter 2 Connections Connecting an Antenna or Wall Outlet Cable... 14 Connecting an Antenna to a Cable Box or VCR...
Page 4: Important Safeguards
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Please read the following safeguards for your TV and retain for future reference. Always follow all warnings and instructions marked on the television. 1. Read, Retain and Follow All Instructions Read all safety and operating instructions before operating the TV. Retain the safety and operating instructions for future reference.
Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS, continued 12. Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
Page 6: Important Notes
IMPORTANT NOTES Warning: Do not leave stationary PIP/POP, or letterbox images on the screen for extended periods of time. Mix the types of pictures shown. Uneven picture tube aging is NOT covered by your warranty. The normal use of a TV should include a mixture of TV picture types.
Page 7: Television Overview
Chapter . . . Television Overview Thank you ... 8 Unpacking your New TV... 9 Special Features ... 9 Front Control Panel... 10 Back Panel Input/Output ... 11 Important Notes ... 12...
Page 8: Thank You
Thank You for Your Purchase Welcome to the wonderful and exciting world of digital television! We are honored that you chose Mitsubishi as your premier home entertainment partner. The development team at Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America (MDEA) understands that our customers demand and expect the very best.
Page 9: Unpacking Your New Tv
Unpacking Your New TV Please take a moment to review the following list of items to ensure that you have received everything including: CABLE/DBS/DTV AUDIO POWER SLEEP VIDEO INPUT CHANNEL VOLUME AUDIO MUTE ENTER HOME EXCH ADJUST CANCEL MENU INFO V-CHIP PIP CH PIP INPUT...
Page 10: Front Control Panel
Front Control Panel Many remote control buttons are duplicated on the front control panel. Duplicate buttons are shaded in the panels shown below. Please see Remote Control Functions, page 24, for an explanation of their usage. POWER TIMER ADJUST The ADJUST, ENTER, MENU, and CANCEL buttons may be used to access or navigate through the screen menus S-VIDEO FORMAT MENU A/V RESET...
Page 11: Back Panel Input/Output
Back Panel Input/Output for &WS-65315A Side Panel Input/Output for WS-48315, WS-55315, WS-65315, WS-65315A Back Panel I N P U T S-VIDEO V I D EO AUDIO- AUDIO - LEFT / L E F T / (MONO) AUDIO - AUDIO -...
Page 12: Important Notes
IMPORTANT NOTES Warning: Do not leave stationary PIP/POP, or letterbox images on the screen for extended periods of time. Mix the types of pictures shown. Uneven picture tube aging is NOT covered by your warranty. The normal use of a TV should include a mixture of TV picture types.
Page 13: Connections
Connections Connecting an Antenna or Wall Outlet Cable ... 14 Connecting an Antenna to a Cable Box or VCR ... 15 Connecting an Antenna to a Cable Box and VCR... 16 Connecting Audio/Video to a Cable Box or VCR... 16 Connecting an Audio Receiver ...
Page 14: Connecting An Antenna Or Wall Outlet Cable
Connecting an Antenna or Wall Outlet Cable Note: The TV back panel and connections shown here are for reference only and may vary by model. �� ...
Page 15: Connecting An Antenna To A Cable Box Or Vcr
Composite Video with Audio or S-Video with Audio, page 16 (Figure 6). Note: For models WS-48315, WS-55315, WS-65315 and WS-65315A, when the Energy Mode is set to Low, the VCR may not record programs when the TV is off. ��...
Page 16: Connecting An Antenna To A Cable Box And Vcr
Connecting an Antenna to a Cable Box and VCR, Connecting Audio/Video to the Cable Box or VCR Note: The TV back panel and connections shown here are for reference only and may vary by model. Contact your local cable or satellite provider or refer to the cable box or satellite Owner’s Guide for instructions on optimal connections to this TV.
Page 17: Connecting An Audio Receiver
Connecting an Audio Receiver Note: The TV back panel and connections shown here are for reference only and may vary by model. Stereo Audio System (Recommended for shelf units or A/V receivers without digital audio inputs) (Figure 7) 1. Connect the audio cables from AUDIO MONITOR OUTPUT on the TV back panel to TV IN or AUX IN terminals on the back of the audio system.
Page 18: Connecting A Dvd Player Or Other S-Video Device
Connecting a DVD Player or Other S-Video Device Note: The TV back panel and connections shown here are for reference only and may vary by model. �� ...
Page 19: Connecting A Dtv Receiver
Connecting a DTV Receiver Note: The TV back panel and connections shown here are for reference only and may vary by model. Contact your local cable or satellite provider or refer to the cable box or satellite Owner’s Guide for instructions on optimal connections to this TV.
Page 20 Connecting a DTV Receiver, continued Note: The TV back panel and connections shown here are for reference only and may vary by model. �� ...
Page 21: Connecting Monitorlink™/Dvi
MonitorLink/DVI input. WS-48315, WS-55315, WS-65315, WS-65315A back panel (section detail) ( Y PbPr/ GBRH V ) 480 i / 480P /1080 i MitsubishiHD-5000...
Page 22: How Connections Affect The Pip And Pop
How Connections Affect the (Picture-In-Picture) To see a picture in the PIP or POP, you may need to select an input source. If the only input connected is ANT-A, then both the main picture and the PIP/POP will be from that input source. If other video equipment is connected, you may be able to view these input sources as the PIP/POP.
Page 23 Chapter . . . Remote Control Functions Overview of the TV Layer Buttons ... 24 Care and Operation ... 25 Channel Selection... 26 Sleep Timer ... 26 Use With Other A/V Products... 27 Special Functions ... 29 Operation of PIP and POP... 29 Important Notes ...
Page 24: Overview Of The Tv Layer Buttons
Remote Control Functions: Overview (Figure 1, following page,) 1. Slide Switch: Select A/V product to be controlled by the remote control. 2. Numbers: Individually select channels or input information into TV. 3. POWER: Turns power on and off for TV and other connected A/V products.
Page 25: Care And Operation
Remote Control Functions: Care and Operation Operation Installing the Batteries: (Figure 2) 1. Remove the remote control’s back cover by gently pressing the ridged tab in the direction of the arrow and sliding off the cover. 2. Load the batteries, making sure the polarities (+) and (-) are correct.
Page 26: Channel Selection
Remote Control Functions: CABLE/DBS/DTV Figure 3. Sleep button on remote control Sleep: 30 min. Figure 4. On-screen display for sleep timer Channel Selection, Sleep Timer Channel Selection Enter three numbers ( ex. for channel 2, press 002). AUDIO Press the channel number and ENTER (ex. for channel 2, press 2, then ENTER).
Page 27: Use With Other A/V Products
Use of the Remote Control with Other A/V Products Programming the Remote Control to Use with Other Brands of Audio and Video Products: (Figures 1-4 this page, Figure 5, following page) 1. Move the slide switch at the top of the remote to the product you want to control. 2.
Page 28 Use of the Remote Control with Other A/V Products, continued CABLE/DBS/DTV AUDIO A/V Receiver Codes Audio brand Code to enter: Mitsubishi A/V receiver 010, 015, 011, 012, and/or CD player 013, 014 234, 235, 236, 245, Denon 246, 359 Harman Kardon 215, 223, 242 233, 232 Kenwood...
Page 29: Special Functions
Remote Control Functions: Special Functions When your remote control has been Programmed to operate another manufacturer’s product, the function performed on each layer may vary. The most common functions are: • POWER • CHANNEL up/down • PLAY • REC • PAUSE •...
Page 30: Important Notes
IMPORTANT NOTES Warning: Do not leave stationary PIP/POP, or letterbox images on the screen for extended periods of time. Mix the types of pictures shown. Uneven picture tube aging is NOT covered by your warranty. The normal use of a TV should include a mixture of TV picture types.
Page 31: The Viewpoint® Menu System
Menu Screen Operations The ViewPoint® Menu System ... 32 MAIN Menu ... 33 SETUP Menu... 35 CAPTIONS Menu ... 40 CHANNEL EDIT Menu... 42 V-CHIP LOCK Menu ... 45 ADVANCED FEATURES Menu... 50 AUDIO/VIDEO SETTINGS Menu ... 55 Do not display the same stationary images on the screen for more WARNING: than 15% of your total TV viewing in one week.
Page 32: The Viewpoint® Menu System
Menu System Mitsubishi’s exclusive choices and changes. A picture (icon) will be highlighted and can be selected using the remote control’s ADJUST arrows. When selected, the appropiate menu will appear or start an automatic function. You may then make changes within the menu or access available sub- menus.
Page 33: Main Menu
• Select English or Spanish for the menus or screen display • Set the Front Button Lock (WT-42315) • Set the Energy Mode (WS-48315, WS-55315, WS-65315 or WS-65315A). See pages 35-39 for detailed setup information. �� CAPTIONS Menu ��...
Page 34: Advanced Features Menu
Note: For WS-48315, WS-55315, WS-65315 or WS-65315A set the Front Button Lock at this screen. See pages 46-49 for detailed setup information. See page 45 for V-Chip rating information.
Page 35: Setup Menu
SETUP Menu: Memorize Channels, Memorize Menu, Input Assignment �� Figure 9.
Page 36 SETUP Menu: Manually Setting the Clock �� Figure 12. Clock Time �� ...
Page 37: Time Zone
SETUP Menu: Automatically Setting the Clock Clock Setting (Auto) (Figure 14) Set the Clock Setting to Auto to automatically set the day and time using Extended Data Service (XDS) time data. This data is automatically retrieved when tuned to a PBS channel or other channel in your area that provides this service.
Page 38 SETUP Menu: Language, Front Button Lock (WT-42315) �� Figure 17. Language/Idioma �� ...
Page 39 WS-65315A) Energy Mode (Figure 19) This feature is only for models WS-48315, WS-55315, WS-65315 and WS-65315A. Change the setting to Low (less than 1 watt) and the TV will operate in an energy saving mode when it is turned off.
Page 40: Captions Menu
CAPTIONS Menu: Overview �� Figure 20. CAPTIONS menu When Text closed captioning is selected, a large black or gray box will appear on your TV screen if no signal is broadcast.
Page 41: Closed Captions
CAPTIONS Menu: Closed Captions, Background Color Closed Captions (Figure 21) Display one of the following types of Closed Captions: CC1, CC2, CC3, or CC4: Standard closed captioning signals. Text1, Text2, Text3, or Text4: Text closed captioning signals. On if mute: Closed captions when mute. When selected, the standard closed captioning signal (CC1) will turn on/off by pressing the MUTE button on the TV remote control.
Page 42: Channel Edit Menu
CHANNEL EDIT Menu: Antenna, Channel Selection �� Figure 23. Antenna �� ...
Page 43 CHANNEL EDIT Menu: Memory, Name Selection Memory (Figure 25) Add weaker channels viewed with Ant-A or Ant-B and delete unwanted channels, after all available channels have been memorized with Memorize Channels (page 35). Use the CHANNEL button on the remote control to view memorized channels. Name (Figure 26) Name channels shown on Ant-A or Ant-B (up to...
Page 44: Using The Menu Screen
CHANNEL EDIT Menu: Using SQV (Super Quick View ™ ) �� Figure 27. SQV (Super Quick View™) � � �...
Page 45: V-Chip Lock Menu
V-Chip Lock Menu: Overview V-Chip Signal Information When provided by the broadcaster, V-Chip ratings can be used to control which programs can be viewed or will be blocked. When V-Chip ratings are sent, you will see the ratings when you change the channel or when you press the INFO button on the remote control.
Page 46 V-CHIP Menu: Setting Up and Using V-Chip Lock Passcode �� Figure 29. First time entry to the V-CHIP LOCK all models ��...
Page 47 V-CHIP Menu (WT-42315): Allowing or Blocking Ratings, Locking by Hour or Time Allowing or Blocking by Ratings (Figure 31) Block or Allow programs based upon rating signals sent by the broadcasting station. The factory preset for TV Ratings is TV-PG (Parental Guidance) allowing only programs rated TV-PG or lower.
Page 48 V-CHIP Menu (WS-48315, WS-55315, WS-65315, WS-65315A) Locking by Time, Front Button Lock,V-Chip Rating Menu �� ...
Page 49 V-CHIP Menu (WS-48315, WS-55315, WS-65315, WS-65315A Allowing or Blocking Ratings, Lock by Time Allowing or Blocking by Ratings (Figure 36) Block or Allow programs based upon rating signals sent by the broadcasting station. The factory preset for TV Ratings is TV-PG (Parental Guidance) allowing only programs rated TV-PG or lower.
Page 50: Advanced Features Menu
Select to reset the PefectColor settings. • For WT-42315 with a 480i signal, all inputs are reset at once. • For WS-48315, WS-55315, WS-65315, or WS-65315A each active input can be individually reset. to navigate between colors to change the color slider settings.
Page 51: Timer Menu
ADVANCED FEATURES Menu: TIMER, Timer Menu, and Set Time TIMER (Figure 41) The timer will automatically turn the TV on (if it is off) at the time you schedule and select. When Ant-A or Ant-B is the selected input, you may select any memorized channel.
Page 52 ADVANCED FEATURES Menu: Set Day, Input, and Channel �� Figure 44. TIMER menu (Set Day) �� ...
Page 53 ADVANCED FEATURES Menu: CONVERGENCE CONVERGENCE Menu (Figure 47) Your Mitsubishi TV has three picture tubes which need to be aligned to properly converge the projected light beams on the screen. Each picture tube projects a single color of red, blue or green. During production, your TV was carefully adjusted to properly align these colors.
Page 54: Reset Factory Defaults
ADVANCED FEATURES Menu: Reset Convergence, Video Mute, Black Enhancement �� ...
Page 55: Audio/Video Settings Menu
AUDIO/VIDEO SETTINGS Menu: Overview AUDIO/VIDEO SETTINGS Menu (Figure 53) Each input has its own A/V memory. You can adjust each input’s A/V memory in two ways. You can use the menu or the remote control. A/V Memory Reset A/V Memory Reset will return the currently selected input’s A/V memory to the factory settings.
Page 56: Audio Settings
AUDIO/VIDEO Setting Descriptions: Audio Audio Settings Bass Enhances or reduces low frequency sound. Treble Enhances or reduces high frequency sound. Balance Adjusts the level of sound between the left and right speakers. Surround Creates simulated stereo and surround effects. Your choices are: •...
Page 57: Video Settings
AUDIO/VIDEO Setting Descriptions: Video Video Settings A compressed (non-HD) video signal may cause what appears to be a “blurry”, “out of focus” or “fuzzy “ picture on a widescreen TV. This is not a malfunction of the TV, but a result of the compressed signal that is sent by cable or satellite.
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Page 59 Chapter . . . PIP/POP Operations Available On-Screen Format Sizes ... 60 Operation of PIP and POP... 62 Appendix A: Bypassing the V-Chip Lock... 63 Appendix B: HD Input Connection Compatibility ... 65 Appendix C: Remote Control Programming Codes ... 66 Appendix D: Cleaning and Service ...
Page 60: Available On-Screen Format Sizes
Available On-Screen Format Sizes �� ...
Page 61: Available On-Screen Format Sizes
Available On-Screen Format Sizes, continued Widescreen Picture (16:9 - HD 1080i only) Example: A True HD Broadcast Standard (Recommended) Widescreen Picture (480i/480p) Standard (Recommended) Zoom (For letterbox 2.35:1 DVDs) Stretch Plus (not available on WT-42315) Expand (Recommended for 4:3 images with Black Side Bars) Expand Stretch...
Page 62: Operation Of Pip And Pop
Operation of PIP and POP Picture Inside Picture (PIP) vs. Picture Outside Picture (POP) You have the option to view two TV shows or inputs at the same time. For example, you can watch a game show and a sports event on another channel, or a DVD movie and more. The PIP option allows you to view another input as a picture-inside-picture.
Page 63: Appendix A: Bypassing The V-Chip Lock
Appendix A: Bypassing the V-Chip Lock Bypassing the V-Chip Lock After you set the lock, you need your passcode to view a V-Chip locked program, view the locked TV, cancel the lock, or enter the V-Chip lock menus. If you forget your passcode, you can view the locked TV without entering your passcode.
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Page 65: Appendix B: Hd Input Connection Compatibility
Appendix B: High Definition Input Connection Compatibility Component Inputs These inputs are compatible with most standard DVD and DTV signals with component video outputs. Compatible DTV signals are SDTV 480i, 480p, and HDTV 1080i. All other DTV signals, such as 720p, need to be converted by the DTV receiver (or compatible device) to one of the compatible signal types.
Page 66: Appendix C: Remote Control Programming Codes
Appendix C: Remote Control Programming Codes A/V Receivers Mitsubishi ... 010, 011, 012, 013, 014, 360 Admiral ... 220 Aiwa... 225, 226, 241 B & K ... 352 Bose... 351 Denon ... 234, 235, 236, 245, 246, 359, 361 Fisher ... 204 Gerrard...
Page 67 Appendix C: Remote Control Programming Codes, continued Satellite Receivers /DBS/DTV MitsubishiHD/Satellite Receiver ... 006, 173 Echostar/ Dishnetwork... 175, 82, 183, 188 Express Vu... 175 GE ... 176 Gradient ... 186 Hitachi... 173, 181, 184 Hughes... 173 Maganavox ... 171, 172 Panasonic ...
Page 68: Appendix D: Cleaning And Service
Appendix D: Cleaning and Service Cleaning Normally, light dusting with a dry, non-scratching duster will keep your TV clean. If cleaning beyond this is needed, please use the following guidelines: First, turn off the TV and unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
Page 69: Appendix E: Diamond Shield™ Installation And Removal
Appendix E: Diamond Shield™ Installation and Removal for WS-48315, WS-55315, WS-65315 and WS-65315A Diamond Shield Installation Diamond Shield, Molding Clip Removal Follow the steps below to install and remove the Diamond Shield. Installation: A. Begin by inserting the shield, sliding it into the channels, starting at the bottom.
Page 70 Cabinet Separation for WS-65315 and WS-65315A This TV is very heavy! Exercise extreme care when moving TV as foreign material may become embedded in the castor wheels which could damage wood or other delicate flooring. �� ...
Page 71 Terminal Cover Ventilation for Model WT-42315 At Least 2” (Inches) Away from Wall Side Panel for Input Terminal Included in the accessories bag is the side panel to cover the input terminals, located on the bottom right of your TV. See diagram. Follow the steps below to attach or remove this side panel: 1.
Page 72: Index
Audio Settings Description 56 Automatic POP Switching 62 Auto Color Correction Menu 50 Available On-Screen Format Sizes 60 Back Panel Input/Output for WS-48315, WS-55315, WS-65315, WS-65315A 11 Black Enhancement Menu 54 Bypassing the V-Chip Lock 63 Cabinet Separation for Model WS-65315, WS-65315A 70...
Page 73 Lock by Time for WS-48315, WS-55315, WS-65315, WS-65315A 48 WT-42315 47 Lock Time for WT-42315 47 Main Menu Screens: Overview 32 Memorize Channels Menu 35 Memorize Menu 35 Memory Menu 43 Menus (also see individual topic) Advanced Features 50 Audio/Video Settings 55...
Page 74: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem • The TV remote control does not work. • The TV takes several seconds to respond to channel commands. • You cannot access a channel. • On-screen displays appear each time you change a function. • The TV cannot be programmed to turn on automatically.
Page 76 If you have questions that cannot be answered from this book, please call our Consumer Relations advisors at (800) 332-2119 or send an email to: MDEAservice@mdea.com To order replacement remote controls or an Owner’s Guide, please call our Parts Department at (800) 553-7278 or contact us through our web site at: www.Mitsubishi-tv.com ©2003 Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America, Inc.

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Mitsubishi WS-65315A Owner's Manual

Chapter 1 Television Overview

Chapter 2 Connections

Chapter 3 Remote Control Functions

Chapter 4 Menu Screen Operations

Chapter 5 PIP/POP Operations

Appendix A: Bypassing the V-Chip Lock

Appendix B: HD Input Connection Compatibility

Appendix C: Remote Control Programming Codes

Appendix D: Cleaning and Service

Appendix E: Diamond Shield™ Installation and Removal

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