CAV242L - TV Caratec - Free user manual and instructions

Technical Specifications	Model: Caratec CAV242L, Type: Television, Screen Size: 24 inches, Resolution: HD (1366 x 768), Display Technology: LED
Connectivity	HDMI Ports: 2, USB Ports: 1, VGA Input: Yes, Audio Input: Yes
Usage	Ideal for small rooms, Compatible with gaming consoles, Multimedia playback feature via USB
Maintenance and Repair	Clean the screen with a soft cloth, Regularly check connections, Firmware update via USB if available
Safety	Do not expose to moisture, Use a suitable wall mount if mounted on the wall, Avoid electrical overloads
General Information	Weight: 3.5 kg, Dimensions: 55.5 x 36.5 x 8.5 cm, Warranty: 2 years

Frequently Asked Questions - CAV242L Caratec

How do I adjust the picture on my Caratec CAV242L?

Access the settings menu, then select \"Picture\". You can adjust brightness, contrast, saturation, and choose from the available picture modes.

Why is my Caratec CAV242L TV not receiving channels?

Make sure the antenna is properly connected and that you have performed a channel scan in the settings menu.

How do I connect my Caratec CAV242L to the Internet?

Use the settings menu to go to the \"Network\" section, then select \"Set up Wi-Fi\" to enter your network information.

My Caratec CAV242L TV has distorted sound, what should I do?

Check the audio settings in the settings menu. Make sure the volume is adequate and the sound mode is appropriate for the content being viewed.

How do I update the software on my Caratec CAV242L?

Access the settings menu, select \"About TV\", then choose \"Software Update\". Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed with the update.

What should I do if my Caratec CAV242L does not turn on?

Check that the TV is properly plugged in and that the outlet is working. Try pressing and holding the power button on the TV.

Is there a timer function on the Caratec CAV242L?

Yes, you can set a timer in the settings menu under the \"Timer\" option. This allows you to schedule the TV to turn off after a certain period.

How do I reset my Caratec CAV242L to factory settings?

Access the settings menu, go to \"System\", then select \"Reset to factory settings\". Note that this will erase all your custom configurations.

My Caratec CAV242L TV shows a black screen, what should I do?

Check the connections of your external devices and make sure the TV is set to the correct input source. If the problem persists, try restarting the TV.

USER MANUAL CAV242L Caratec

Mounting to a wall bracket Ensure that the mounting screws are not too long. The screws (M4) must not protrude into the appliance by more than 8 mm. Cleaning the appliance Prior to cleaning disconnect the power supply line. Do not use detergents, do only clean with a soft humid cloth or special detergents for flat screens. LED display The appliance can become damaged by heavy pressure onto the screen surface. Heat / Humidity The appliance should be exposed neither to extreme heat (direct sunlight, radiator, open flame) nor to water and humidity, respectively. Condensation After moving from a cold environment to a warm environment, the appliance must be left to stand for at least an hour without being connected to a power outlet. A rapid change in temperature can lead to the build-up of condensation in the appliance, which causes damage when in operation. Air circulation To prevent the appliance from overheating, the vent holes on the back must always be kept clear. Small parts Please ensure that no small parts or liquids penetrate the appliance. This can lead to damage to the appliance or even to fire. To prevent damage to your appliance, please observe the following points during the initial start-up and use of it.29 English

Please, ensure that the following parts are included in the scope of supply. TV set, foot* Remote control, 2 AAA batteries* Manual Power supply unit (12V )* Power supply connection cable* Power supply unit Connection cable for cigarette lighter*

• optional, depending on version30 English

3. Initial start-up and operation

3.1. Ports External appliances or sources can be very easily connected to your TV set. The connections are located on the back side of the appliance. It is possible to connect passive as well as active antennas (with integrated booster) to the antenna input. Port Explanation DC 12V Connection power cable / power supply HDMI A/V input for external source, digital SCART A/V input for external source PC AUDIO Audio connection PC PC Video connection PC DVB-T/C TV antenna connection COAXIAL Digital audio output MINI AV AV input MINI YPBPR Component video input USB USB connection to play media data (FAT32) DVB-S2 Connection for satellite dish CI CI slot for receiving coded stations EARPHONE Headphone output

• optional, depending on version 3.2. Establishing the power supply You have the following possibilities of supplying your Caratec TV set with power:

1. Connecting the set to the vehicle’s on-board power supply (12-24VDC). If you use a cable

which is longer than 5 m, you must use a cable with a cross section of at least 2 x 2.5 mm². Positive polarity:

2. Connecting to the cigarette-lighter (12-24VDC).

3. Connecting to a 230V power plug using the mains adapter supplied with the TV set

(230VAC/12VDC). Switch on the set’s main switch on the rear side after connecting to the power supply.

English Action Control panel Remote control Open source selection TV/AV INPUT Select source CH+ (up) CH- (down) (up) (down) Confirm selection VOL + (forward) OK 3.3. Image and Sound Sources Selecting a source: Your appliance supports the following sources: Source CAV192LTS CAV222LTS CAV242LTS CAV192LDTS CAV222LDTS CAV242LDTS ATV

Possibly not all feature versions are available for all sizes.32 English 3.4. Appliance control panel At the right side of the TV set there is a control panel. With these buttons all important functions can be controlled, such as e.g. switching the appliance on and off. PLAY/PAUSE: Play / stop disk EJECT: Eject disk STANDBY: Appliance power on / off TV/AV: Source selection CH+: Next channel, navigation: CH-: Previous channel, navigation: VOL+: Increase volume, navigation: VOL-: Reduce volume, navigation: MENU: Show menu 3.5. Remote control For activating the remote control, open the battery port on the back side, and position the supplied batteries (AAA, 2 x 1.5V) according to the marks „+“ and „-“. No. Designation Description 01 STA NDBY Switch appliance on / off 02 Numerical keys To enter numbers 03 -/-- Channel selection 04 ASPECT Format changeover 05 VOL + Increase Volume 06 VOL - Decrease Volume 07 DISPL AY Display information bar

Navigation button: to the right 43 CH - Channel selection, down 44 NICAM Not assigned 45 CH + Channel selection, up33 English No. Designation Description 46 Last selected channel 47 AUTO Automatic screen adaptation in PC mode 48 MUTE Muting Only for appliances with DVB-T (DTV) / DVB-S No. Designation Description 15 FAV - Channel selection, favourites, down 16 FAV Display favourites menu 17 HOLD Stop teletext page, prevent page change 18 TEXT Open teletext 19 SIZE Magnification of teletext page 20 INDEX Back to teletext front page 21 II Activate Time-Shift 22 MEDIA Display media menu

No. Designation Description 27 REPEAT Rerun 28 A-B Rerun of self-selected scenes 29 I Chapter forward 30 I Chapter back

Eject DVD35 English Diagram Procedure Place the appliance cautiously onto an even surface. If necessary, put a soft and clean cloth underneath to prevent the LED screen from becoming scratched. Remove the two screws on the underside. Then press the knob on the upper side and remove the pedestal by turning to the right. Unscrew the three remaining screws to completely remove the mount. 3.6. Fastening on the VESA bracket ATTENTION: When mounting the VESA bracket, please observe that the screws (M4) must not protrude into the appliance by more than 8 mm max. For fastening the monitor on a bracket, the foot can be removed as follows:

For matching the appliance to your demands, you are able to carry out several settings via the menu. The menu can be accessed pressing the „LCD MENU“-button on your remote control or the „MENU“ button on the appliance control panel. 4.1. Navigating the menu Please, do also always observe the on-screen displayed navigation information. 4.2. The level „Channel“ For carrying out settings in level „Channel“ proceed as follows:

1. Call up the menu by pressing the „LCD MENU“-button on the remote control.

2. Select level „Channel“.

3. Change to the set-up mask of the level.

Function Explanation Auto Scan Start automatic station search for the selected source. Cable Manual Tuning (DVB-C/T sowie ATV) Starting manual station search for the selected source. Programme Edit Stations can be arranged, deleted, blocked or marked as favourites. Signal Information Have signal information of the station displayed. CI Information Display information on the plugged-in CI cards. 5V Antenna Power For active antennae, switch on to operate the antennae with 5V. Dish Setup Management of satellites and transponder. Import Preset Channels Reset the sender list to delivery status. Action Control panel Remote control TV menu call-up MENU LCD MENU Select level VOL+ (forward) VOL+ (back) (forward) (back) Changing to the set-up mask of a level CH- (down) (down) Exiting the setting mask of a level MENU LCD MENU Navigating within the set-up mask CH- (up) CH- (down) (up) (down) Change of settings TV/AV OK Confirming settings and exiting the set-up mask MENU OK Exiting the TV menu MENU EXIT37 English 4.3. The level „Picture“ For carrying out settings in level „Picture“ proceed as follows:

1. Call up the menu by pressing the „LCD MENU“-button on the remote control.

2. Select level „Picture“.

3. Change to the set-up mask of the level.

Function Explanation Picture Mode Selection of different picture modes (Standard / Dynamic / Mild / User). Contrast Adjustment of the contrast ratio. Brightness Adjustment of brightness. Color Adjustment of the colour ratios. Sharpness Setting the screen sharpness. Tint Adjusting the tinting (NTSC format only). Color Temperature Select colour temperature (Cool / Medium / Warm / User). Red Fine tuning of the displayed red shades. Green Fine tuning of the displayed green shades. Blue Fine tuning of the displayed blue shades. Aspect Ratio Selection of different image formats (4:3 / 16:9 / Zoom1 / Zoom2 / Panorama). Noise Reduction Setting the noise reduction (Off / Low / Middle / High). Screen Adjust size and position of PC screen. 4.4. The level „Sound“ For carrying out settings in level „Sound“ proceed as follows:

1. Call up the menu by pressing the „LCD MENU“-button on the remote control.

2. Select level „Sound“.

3. Change to the set-up mask of the level.

Function Explanation Sound Mode Selection of different sound effects (Standard / Music / Movie / Sports / User). Tre bl e Treble setting. Bass Bass setting. Balance Setting the balance between right and left loudspeaker. Auto Volume Switching the automatic volume control on or off. Surround Sound Switching the surround sound on or off. SPDIF Mode Switching the AD switch on or off (Off / PCM / Auto).38 English 4.5. The level „Time“ For carrying out settings in level „Time“ proceed as follows:

1. Call up the menu by pressing the „LCD MENU“-button on the remote control.

2. Select level „Time“.

3. Change to the set-up mask of the level.

Function Explanation Clock Indication of the hour. The hour is automatically set by the system. Off Time Time setting for different switch-off times. On Time Time setting for different switch-on times. Sleep Timer Setting the time for automatic switch-off of the TV. Auto Sleep Setting the time for the appliance to automatically move into stand-by mode when no operation has been performed during this time period. Time Zone Select time zone. 4.6. The level „Option“ For carrying out settings in level „Option“ proceed as follows:

1. Call up the menu by pressing the „LCD MENU“-button on the remote control.

2. Select level „Option“.

3. Change to the set-up mask of the level.

Function Explanation OSD language Defining the menu language. Audio Languages 1st Defining the audio language in case of multi-channel sound. Audio Languages 2nd Defining the audio language in case of multi-channel sound. Subtitles Languages 1st Select subtitle language. Subtitles Languages 2nd Select subtitle language. OSD Duration Setting the time for automatically hiding the LED menu. Country Depending on the station search in DVB-T. Not adjustable. Restore Factory Default Reset appliance to factory settings.39 English 4.7. The level „Lock“ For carrying out settings in level „Lock“ proceed as follows:

1. Call up the menu by pressing the „LCD MENU“-button on the remote control.

2. Select level „Lock“.

3. Change to the set-up mask of the level.

Entry of the preset PIN code necessary. Factory-set PIN code: “0000”. Function Explanation Lock Channel Turn the parental controls on or off. Set Passwort Personalizing the factory-set password. Block Program Tag defined stations with password protection. For showing the running program of a station it is required to enter the password. Parental Guidance Defining the age limit for youth protection settings. Hotel Setting Restrict the functions of the set for the user. Import and export the list of channels.40 English

For matching the DVD player to your demands, you are able to carry out different settings in the DVD menu. For menu call-up press the „DVD Setup“ button on the remote control. Action Procedure DVD menu call-up DVD Setup Requirement: DVD selected as source Select level (forward) (back) Changing to the set-up mask of a level (down) Exiting the setting mask of a level (back) Changing the line in the set-up mask (up) (down) Enable set-up for editing (forward) Changing set-ups (up) (down) Confirming setting and exiting the set-up mask OK Exiting the DVD menu DVD Setup 5.1. Navigation in the Menu 5.2. General settings Function Explanation TV Display Adjusting the screen display format. OSD Lang Set-up of menu language (DE/FR/ENG). Screen Saver Activated screen saver on / off. Comes up after the image was stopped for a longer time. Last Memory The activation of this function makes the appliance memorize the position where the DVD was stopped before switch-off. Replay of the DVD is continued at this position after starting it again.41 English Function Explanation Speaker Setup Switch the downmix function (convert multi-channel sound into stereo sound) on / off. Dual Mono Switching between stereo and mono channels. Dynamic Differences between soft and loud sounds are adjusted. 5.3. Audio settings 5.4. Preferences The menu can be accessed only if the DVD is ejected. Entry of the preset password necessary. Factory-set password: “123456”. Function Explanation T V Type Select TV standard (PAL / NTSC). Audio Setting the playback language. Subtitle Set-up of subtitle language. Disc Menu Setting the menu language. Parental If a film is inserted, whose age rating is higher than what has been approved by you, then it cannot be played. Password Personalise password. Default Reset DVD menu to factory settings.42 English Note: Depending on the location, the search run can take up to 20 minutes. If the search run is interrupted, the list of channels is incomplete or even empty. However, you can reset the list of channels to the delivery status. 6.1. Television via Satellite (DVB-S) Connection Connect the satellite dish and the set with a conventional coaxial cable to the “DVB-S-Tuner” inlet. Align the dish to the required satellites. Automatic Channel Search Run To start an automatic channel search run, proceed as follows:

1. Select “DVB-S” as the source.

2. Press the “LCD MENU” button on your remote control.

3. Choose the “Auto Scan” function.

5. You can configure the search run in the following window. Default settings:

Scan Mode >Blind Scan<* Channel Type >All< Service Type >All< Polarizati on >Auto<

6. Start the search run by pressing the blue button on your remote control.

7. After ending the channel tuning, a TV image appears if a signal exists.

Manual Channel Search To carry out a manual channel search, proceed as follows:

1. Select “DVB-S” as the source.

2. Press the “LCD MENU” button on your remote control.

3. Select the function “Dish setup” in the “Channel” level.

4. Select the required satellite or transponder and mark it with “OK”.

5. Press the blue button on your remote control and select the following in the following

window: Scan Mode >Blind Scan<* Channel Type >All< Service Type >All< Polarizati on >Auto<

6. Start the search run by pressing the blue button on your remote control.

7. After ending the channel tuning, a TV image appears if a signal exists.

Scan Mode Explanation Default Scanning the known transponder on the satellite. Blind Scan Complete scan over the full frequency spectrum of a satellite without use of presets. Network Scan with the help of a transponder list transmitted by satellite.

6. The Television Functions43

English 6.2. Television via a Terrestrial Antenna (DVB-T) Connection Connect your terrestrial antenna with the “DVB-T/C” inlet on the back. If you use a passive antenna (without its own power supply), switch the “5V Antenna Power” option in the “Channel” level of the main menu to “On”. Manual Channel Search Run To carry out a manual channel search, proceed as follows:

1. Select “DVB-T” as the source.

2. Press the “LCD MENU” button on your remote control.

3. Choose the “Cable Manual Tuning” function.

5. You can configure the search run in the following window.

(Recommended: FULL / Auto / Auto / Auto). 6.3. Television via a Cable Connection (DVB-C) Connection Connect your outlet and the set with a conventional coaxial cable to the “DVB-T/C” inlet. Manual Channel Search Run To carry out a manual channel search, proceed as follows:

1. Select “DVB-C” as the source.

2. Press the “LCD MENU” button on your remote control.

3. Choose the “Cable Manual Tuning” function.

5. You can configure the search run in the following window.

(Recommended: FULL / Auto / Auto / Auto) 6.4. Backing up and Restoring the personal List of Channels To back up or restore your personal list of channels, proceed as follows:

1. Press the “LCD MENU” button on your remote control.

2. Move to the “Lock” level.

3. Open the “Hotel Setting” function.

Connect a suitable empty USB medium to the back of the set. Choose the “DataBase Export” function to back up your current list of channels. To restore a previously backed up list of channels, select the “DataBase Import” function. The file containing the lists of channels must be in the root directory of the USB medium. 6.5. Resetting the List of Channels (DVB-S) To reset the list of channels to the delivery status, proceed as follows:

1. Select “DVB-S” as the source.

2. Press the “LCD MENU” button on your remote control.

3. Select the “Import Preset Channels” function and press “OK”.

4. Select “YES” to confirm the following information

5. Wait until the menu closes independently.44

To play a DVD, insert this into the drive on the right side of the set. Ensure that the underside of the DVD is facing you. Slowly insert the DVD until it is automatically accepted by the disk drive. Please note that the insertion and removal of the DVD is only possible when DVD is selected as the source.45 English

8. Playback of Media (USB)

8.1. Prerequisites You can playback data saved on a USB medium. To playback media data, make sure that your storage medium fulfils the following properties. Characteristics Formatting FAT32 Maximum storage capacity 500 GB Type of USB USB 2.0 Supported file formats Audio: aac, m4a, mp3, wav, wma Video: avi (XVID, DivX), mp4 (H.264), mkv (MP4V), mpg (MPEG-1, MPEG-2) Image: bmp, jpg, jpeg, png Text: txt 8.2. Playback

category where your file is located and confirm with „Ok“.

3. Select the storage space (C) of the medium and the subfolder, if required. The data saved

on the medium are displayed.

4. For playing a file, press the „OK“ button, for deleting a file the red button on your remote

Problem Solution No function Please ensure that the power cable is correctly connected. Please ensure that the mains switch on the rear side is switched on. Please ensure that the polarity of the power supply. No image Please ensure that the according source (Input) is selected. Please ensure that the according source or antenna is correctly connected. No sound Please check the volume. Please check if the mute function is activated. Blue screen Please ensure that the according source (Input) is selected. Appliance does not respond to remote control. Please ensure that the batteries are inserted according to the marks for the poles. Please replace the batteries, if required. DTV / DVB-T mode: Error message „no signal“ Please check the antenna connection. Please restart the programme search. DVB-S mode: Error message „no signal“ Please check the antenna connection. Please restart the programme search. PC mode: The image is too small, too large or displaced Please select PC as source and change the image settings in the LCD menu. Please select PC as source and press the Auto button on the remote control.

Unless indicated to the contrary, all the flat screens supplied by Caratec GmbH comply with Class 0. In case of flat screens pixel defects occur related to technology and production. A 22“ display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels e.g. consists of more than 2 million individual screen cells controlled by tiny transistors. With such a tremendous number it is possible that in spite of highest quality standards one or several individual cells are not perfectly functioning, and are permanently switched on or off. Then, the outcome are continuously shining or continuously black pixels on the screen. In this respect, the ISO standard 9241-307 defines quality classes providing transparency with respect to warranty claims of final customers, retailers and wholesalers against the manufacturers. With the commitment to an ISO defect class, the monitor manufacturers undertake to comply with the corresponding standard for serial production. In this, the pixel defect classes are guided by the number of pixel defects and by the specific defect type, as explained in the following table. The pixel defect number is defined each time per 1 million pixels. Explanation: A continuously shining pixel (defect type 1) is more disturbing for thee user than a continuously black pixel (defect class 2). The least evident is, if only one subpixel is defective, and shines in one of the three colours red, green or blue, or is black (defect class 3). Because of these differences also the respective accepted number of defects of the three defect types is different, e.g. in class II. Defect class Fault type 1 Defective pixel Always on Fault type 2 Defective pixel Always black Fault type 3 Defective sub-pixel Always on Fault type 3 Defective sub-pixel Always black