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Chapter 4
Using the Menu System
Chapter 4
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Using the Menu System
Video noise reduction
Reduce picture “static” or any type of interference.
This feature is especially useful for providing a clearer picture in weak
analog signal conditions. Press the right arrow to choose between:
Off
for
no noise reduction;
Minimum
for a softer, smoother picture that retains
picture sharpness and detail;
Medium
for a slightly softer picture than the
Minimum
setting;
Maximum
for an even softer, smoother picture than the
other settings (the picture detail is somewhat decreased).
Optimized still picture
When enabled (box checked), enhances the picture
specifically for still frames (for example, if you're watching a slideshow on
your HDTV monitor, or if you've paused a frame of a DVD).
Auto Skin Tone
When enabled (box checked), minimizes the flesh tone
variations of the TV picture.
Film mode (3:2 Pulldown)
Automatically detects video sources that were
originally recorded on film (like most movies) and subsequently converted
to a different format (for TV broadcast, for example). Film mode processes
the converted signal so that it looks as close as possible to the original.
Another name for this process is reverse 3:2 pulldown.
Advanced
(recommended) enables the feature only when the TV
detects that movie playback quality could be improved.
Advanced
is
the default setting.
The
On
setting should only be used in rare circumstances when the TV
is used solely with film-based sources (like DVDs on a non-progressive-
scan player).
The
Off
setting turns off film mode upconversion. Try using this
setting if you think the reverse 3:2 pulldown is causing distortions in
your picture.
Note: Autoformat and Video noise reduction are available for the CMP1
input only if the signal is 480i.
Picture Presets
Displays a choice list that lets you select one of the preset
picture settings:
Vibrant
,
Cinematic
,
Natural
,
Sports
,
Videogame
,
Video Camera
or
Personal
. Choose the setting that is best for your viewing environment. You
can set a different picture preset for each input (including one for your regular
TV channels).
Black Level
Adjusts the brightness of the picture.
Color
Adjusts the richness of the color.
Contrast
Adjusts the difference between the light and dark areas of the
picture.
Sharpness
Adjusts the crispness of the edges in the picture.
Note: You can adjust sharpness for each channel and input. This is useful if
the signal appears fuzzy.
Color Warmth
Displays a choice list that lets you set one of three automatic
color adjustments:
Cool
for a more blue palette of picture colors;
Normal
; or
Warm
for a more red palette of picture colors. The warm setting corresponds to
the NTSC standard of 6500 K.
Tint
Adjusts the balance between the red and green levels.
When you change any of these picture settings, the
Picture Preset
changes to
Personal
. Use the left or right arrow button to make adjustments. To return to
the
Picture
menu, press the up or down arrow button.
Tip:
You can select a different picture preset
(or set up a different personal preset)
for each input. The ANTENNA/CABLE
jack counts as a single input.
