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CONTENTS
Contents ..................................................................................................................................................1
Power Source...........................................................................................................................................2
Important Safety Instructions................................................................................................................ 3
Location of Controls ..............................................................................................................................8
• Front.................................................................................................................................................. ....8
• Rear ...................................................................................................................................................... 9
Remote Control...................................................................................................................................... 9
• Battery Installation.................................................................................................................................10
• Effective Distance of the Remote Control Transmitter...........................................................................10
Cable (CATV)/Satellite Connections ....................................................................................................11
Outdoor Antenna Connections ............................................................................................................12
External Audio/Video Connections.......................................................................................................13
VCR Connections...................................................................................................................................14
Setting the Language............................................................................................................................15
Setting the AIR/CATV Menu Option......................................................................................................15
Setting the Channels into Memory ......................................................................................................16
Adding and Deleting Channels ............................................................................................................17
TV Operation .........................................................................................................................................18
• Mute......................................................................................................................................................19
• Sleep.....................................................................................................................................................19
• AV IN Button .........................................................................................................................................19
• Display Button...................................................................................................................................... 19
Closed Captions ...................................................................................................................................20
On-Screen Control Adjustments (Picture)...........................................................................................21
• Personal Preference............................................................................................................................. 21
• Blue Background.................................................................................................................................. 21
Setting Parental Control ...................................................................................................................... 22
• Movie Rating Set Up..............................................................................................................................23
• TV Parental Rating Set Up....................................................................................................................24
• Changing the Password for Parental Control .......................................................................................25
Troubleshooting Guide......................................................................................................................... 26
Reception Disturbances .......................................................................................................................27
Limited Warranty ..................................................................................................................................28

Thank you for purchasing the DORA the Explorer 13" Color TV and Remote Control from
Emerson Radio Corp. Please read this manual before operating this unit to become familiar
with its features and obtain the performance that will bring you continued enjoyment for many
years. In the event you require technical assistance, please call the Emerson Service
Department at: 1-800-695-0098.
For future reference, record the serial number in the space provided.

POWER SOURCE
Insert the AC plug (with the 2 blades) into a conveniently located AC outlet having 120V, 60Hz.
NOTE: The AC plug supplied with the unit is polarized to help minimize the possibility of electric shock. If the AC plug does
not fit into a nonpolarized AC outlet, do not file or cut the wide blade. It is the user’s responsibility to have an electrician replace
the obsolete outlet.

AC Outlet
AC Plug

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
l

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.

THIS APPLIANCE SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING WATER AND THAT NO
OBJECT FILLED WITH LIQUIDS SUCH AS VASES SHALL BE PLACED ON APPRATUS.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert
the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

Warning: To reduce the risk of

The exclamation point within an

electric shock, do not remove
c o ve r ( o r b ac k ) n o u s e r -

equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to presence of

serviceable parts inside. Refer

important operating and main-

servicing to qualified service

tenance (servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying

personnel.

the appliance.

1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat source such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one
wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replace
ment of the obolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a
cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as if the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
15. Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
16.Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near water-for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub,
in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like.
17. Power Sources
The product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If
you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power
company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating
instructions.
18. Grounding or Polarization
This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade
wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you
are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
plug. Alternative Warnings -This product is equipped with a three-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having
a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.
19. Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable
system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/ NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to antenna discharge unit,
size of grounding conductors, location of antennadischarge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requir ements for the grounding electrode. See fig. A on page 6 .
20. Lightning
For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused
for long periods of time,unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This
will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and powerline surges.
21. Power Lines
An outside antenna system should 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. W hen 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.
22. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
23. Object and Liquid Entry
Never insert objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid
of any kind on the product.
Do not attempt to service the product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you
24. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under
the following conditions:
a. W hen the power-supply cord or the plug is damaged,
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product,
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water,
d. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the product to its normal operation,
e. If the product has been dropped, or damaged in any way,
f. W hen the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.
25. Replacement Parts
W hen replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
26. Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
27. Wall or Ceiling Mounting
The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
28. Heat
The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
29. Nonuse Period
If the unit is to be left unused for a long period of time, unplug the power cord.
30. Note To CATV System Installer
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the
NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable
ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable
entry as practical.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FIGURE A
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA
GROUNDING ACCORDING TO
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
INSTRUCTIONS

a. Use No.10 AWG (5.3mm2) copper, No.8 AWG (8.4mm2) aluminum, No.17 AWG (1.0mm2)
copper-clad steel or bronze wire, or larger, as a ground wire.
b. Secure antenna lead-in and ground wires to house with stand-off insulators spaced from
4 - 6 feet (1.22-1.83m) apart.
c. Mount antenna discharge unit as close as possible to where lead-in enters house.
d. Use jumper wire not smaller than No.6 AWG (13.3mm2) copper, or the equivalent, when
a separate antenna grounding electrode is used.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ON PLACEMENT
* Do not use the unit in places which are extremely hot, cold, dusty or humid.
* Place the unit on a flat and even surface.
* Do not restrict the air-flow of the unit by placing it in a location with poor ventilation, by
covering it with a cloth or by placing it on a carpet.
ON CONDENSATION
* W hen left in a heated room where it is warm and damp, water droplets or condensation
may form inside the unit.
*
*

W hen there is condensation inside the unit, the unit may not function normally.
Let it stand for 1 to 2 hours before turning the power on, or gradually heat the room up and
dry the unit before use.

CAUTION:
Remove AC plug from wall outlet and batteries from battery compartment of the remote control when the
unit will not be used for a prolonged period.
HIGH VOLTAGE:
Live parts are accessible when the rear cover is removed.
Please read IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
NOTES:
l
Periodically inspect for damage, if damaged properly repair the TV before use.
l Adult supervision recommended.

LOCATION OF CONTROLS
FRONT

1
2

3
4

POWER Button-Use this button to turn your
TV on or off.
Remote Control Sensor-This receiver
receives a signal from your remote control. Do
not block it.
MENU Button-Use this button to turn the TV's
menu system on and off.

i)/DOWN (m
m) Buttons-Use
CHANNEL UP (i
these buttons to change channels on your TV,
or to select items in the menu system.
k) /DOWN (o
o) Buttons-Use
VOLUME UP (k
these buttons to change your TV's volume, to
activate selections in the menu system, or to
change audio and video settings.

7
8

VIDEO IN Jack-Use this jack to receive a
video signal from another A/V component.
AUDIO IN Jack-Use this jack to receive an
audio signal from another A/V component.
EARPHONE Jack-Connect an optional
Earphone/Headphone (not included) to this
jack for private listening.
Speaker

LOCATION OF CONTROLS (CONTINUED)
REAR

1
2
3

VHF/UHF IN Jack-Connect a VHF/UHF antenna, CATV, VCR, satellite, etc. cable to this jack. AV button
must be set to TV/CATV.
VIDEO IN Jack-Use this jack to receive a video signal from another A/V component.
AUDIO IN Jack-Use this jack to receive an audio signal from another A/V component.

REMOTE CONTROL
1. SLEEP Button
2. PP (Personal Preference) Button
i)/DOWN (m
m) Buttons
3. CHANNEL UP (i
o) Button
4. VOLUME DOWN (o
5. DISPLAY Button
6. Direct Channel Selection Buttons (0-9)
7. AV IN Button
8. POWER Button
k) Button
9. VOLUME UP (k
10. MENU Button
11. MUTE Button
12. - - Button (For Channels 10-125)

REMOTE CONTROL (CONTINUED)
BATTERY INSTALLATION

Loosen the screw to open the battery
compartment cover.

Install two (2) “AAA” batteries, paying
attention to the polarity diagram in the
battery compartment.

Screw the battery compartment
cover on the battery compartment.

BATTERY PRECAUTIONS
Follow these precautions when using batteries in this device:
1. Use only the size and type of batteries specified.
2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the battery compartment. Reversed
batteries may cause damage to the device.
3. Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline and Carbon-zinc) or old batteries with fresh ones.
4. If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury from
possible battery leakage.
5. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture. (Follow battery
manufacturer’s directions.)

EFFECTIVE DISTANCE OF THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER

NOTES:
• When there is an obstacle between the TV and the
transmitter, the transmitter may not operate.

20 ft

• When direct sunlight, incandescent lamp, fluorescent
lamp or any other strong light shines on the REMOTE
SENSOR of the TV, the remote operation may be
unstable.

CABLE (CATV)/SATELLITE CONNECTIONS
This TV has an extended tuning range and can tune most cable channels without using a Cable TV converter box. Some
Cable TV companies offer “premium pay channels” in which the signal is scrambled. Descrambling these signals for normal
viewing requires the use of a descrambler device which is generally provided by the cable company.

FOR SUBSCRIBERS TO BASIC CABLE TV SERVICE
For basic cable TV service not requiring a converter/descrambler box,
connect the CATV 75 ohm coaxial cable to the VHF/UHF jack on the
rear of the TV.

FOR SUBSCRIBERS TO SCRAMBLED CABLE TV SERVICE OR SATELLITE
If you subscribe to a satellite service or a cable TV service which requires the use of a converter/descrambler box, connect
the incoming 75 ohm coaxial cable to the converter/descrambler or satellite box. Using another 75 ohm cable, connect the
output of the converter/descrambler or satellite box to the antenna jack on the TV. Follow the connections shown below. Set
the TV/VCR to the output channel of the converter/descrambler or satellite box (usually 3 or 4) and use the
converter/descrambler or satellite box to select channels.
CONVERTER/
INCOMING
75 OHM

DESCRAMBLER OR
SATELLITE BOX

75 OHM CABLE
TO TV/VCR

CATV CABLE

FOR SUBSCRIBERS TO UNSCRAMBLED BASIC CABLE TV SERVICE WITH SCRAMBLED
PREMIUM CHANNELS
If you subscribe to a satellite service or a cable TV service in which basic channels are unscrambled and premium channels
require the use of a converter/descrambler box, you may wish to use a signal splitter and an A/B switch box (available from the
cable company or an electronic supply store). Follow the connections shown below. With the switch in the “B” position, you can
directly tune any nonscrambled channels on your TV. With the switch in the “A” position, tune your TV to the output of the
converter/descrambler box (usually channel 3 or 4) and use the converter/descrambler box to tune scrambled channels.
CONVERTER/
INCOMING

SPLITTER

DESCRAMBLER

A/B SWITCH
75 OHM

75 OHM

CABLE

CATV CABLE

FAQS:
I connected my cable, why can’t I get channels above 69?
Make sure AIR/CATV option is set to CATV, see page 15. Also, make sure your cable company broadcasts channels in the
range you are searching.
Are the cables included?
No, the cables are sold separately; visit your local electronics store.
11

INDOOR ANTENNA CONNECTION
Connecting the Rod Antenna (not included)
Insert the Rod Antenna on top of the rear cabinet and connect other end to the antenna jack as shown
below.

ROD ANTENNA IS NOT SUPPLIED.

OUTDOOR ANTENNA CONNECTIONS
OUTDOOR VHF/UHF ANTENNA CONNECTION (ANTENNA NOT SUPPLIED)
Follow the instructions for the type of antenna system you intend to use. If using Cable or Satellite, see page 11.

Combination VHF/UHF
Antenna (Single 75 ohm cable
or 300 ohm twin-lead wire)

Combination VHF/UHF
Antenna (Separate VHF and
UHF 300 ohm twin-leads)

Separate VHF/UHF Antennas

UHF 300 Ohm

VHF/UHF
75 Ohm

Connect the 75 ohm cable from
combination VHF/UHF antenna to the
antenna jack.
OR
If your combination antenna has a 300
ohm twin-lead wire, use a 300-75 ohm
matching transformer (NOT SUPPLIED).

UHF 300 Ohm

Combiner
VHF 300 Ohm

Connect the UHF twin-lead wire to a
combiner (NOT SUPPLIED). Connect
the VHF twin-lead to a 300-75 ohm
matching transformer (NOT SUPPLIED).
Attach the transformer to the combiner.
Attach the combiner to the antenna jack.

Combiner

VHF 75 Ohm

Connect the 75 ohm cable from the VHF
antenna and the UHF antenna twin-lead
wire to a combiner (NOT SUPPLIED).
Attach the combiner to the antenna jack.
NOTE: If your VHF antenna has a twinlead wire use a 300-75 ohm
matching transformer, then
connect the transformer to the
combiner.

EXTERNAL AUDIO/VIDEO CONNECTIONS
When you watch a program recorded on another source (VCR, video camera, DVD, etc.), you can use the Audio/Video
input jacks on the front of the TV.
Connect the Audio/Video output jacks of the external unit to the Audio Input jack and the Video Input jack of the TV.
To access the unit connected to these jacks, press the AV IN button so AV appears on the screen. To resume normal TV
viewing, simply press the AV IN button again.

EXTERNAL SOURCE

AUDIO/VIDEO Cord (Not Supplied)

FAQ:
How do I watch the external unit connected to the Audio/Video Input jacks?
Press the AV IN button so AV appears on the screen, then start the external source.

VCR CONNECTIONS
Follow the instructions below to connect a VCR to your television using a 75 ohm coaxial cable (CABLES NOT INCLUDED).

1. Connect the cable, satellite or incoming antenna to the VHF/UHF IN jack on the rear of the VCR.
2. Connect a 75 ohm coaxial cable from the VCR’s 75 ohm OUT jack to the ANT jack on the rear of the TV.
3. Press the AV IN button until regular TV or CATV appears on the TV screen and press PLAY on the VCR to watch a
tape.

Follow the instructions below to connect a VCR to your television using Audio/Video cables (CABLES NOT INCLUDED).

1. Connect the cable, satellite or incoming antenna to the VHF/UHF IN jack on the rear of the VCR.
2. Connect the audio cable from the VCR’s Audio OUT jack to the TV’s Audio IN jack. Connect the video cable from the
VCR’s Video OUT jack to the TV’s Video IN jack.
3. Press the AV IN button until AV appears on the TV screen and press PLAY on the VCR to watch a tape.

NOTE:
Above are basic connection instructions; for detailed connection instructions for external units, refer to the external unit’s
owner’s manual.

SETTING THE LANGUAGE
This TV can show the On-Screen display in English, Spanish or French.

2
1

PRESET
LANGUAGE
CHANNEL
SKIP
RECEPTION
MEMORIZE

PRESET

ENGLISH
2
OFF
AIR
CHANNELS

LANGUAGE
CHANNEL
SKIP
RECEPTION
MEMORIZE

Press the CHANNEL UP ( )
to select LANGUAGE.

Press the Power button 1 to turn on the TV. Press the
MENU button 2 twice, screen will appear.

ENGLISH
2
OFF
AIR
CHANNELS

/DOWN ( )

buttons

4
PRESET

LANGUAGE
CHANNEL
SKIP
RECEPTION
MEMORIZE

ENGLISH
2
OFF
AIR
CHANNELS

Press the VOLUME UP (k) 1/DOWN (o) 2 buttons to
select the desired language (English, French or Spanish).

Press the MENU button twice or wait 20 seconds to exit the
menu.

FAQ:
Will selecting a language change the audio, or only the on-screen menus?
Selecting a language will only change the on-screen menus.

SETTING THE AIR/CATV MENU OPTION
1

PRESET

1
3

LANGUAGE
CHANNEL
SKIP
RECEPTION
MEMORIZE

1
OPTIONS
If using a
VHF/UHF
antenna.
CATV: If using Cable
TV.
AIR:

ENGLISH
2
OFF
AIR
CHANNELS

Press the VOLUME UP (k) button 1 to set AIR or CATV.
Press the MENU button 2 twice to exit the menu.

Press the Menu buttons twice, Access the Menu screen
as described in step 1 above. Press the CHANNEL UP
( ) 4 /DOWN ( ) 3 buttons to select RECEPTION.

TV / CATV MODE SELECTION
When shipped from the factory, the TV / CATV menu option
is set to the "CATV" ( Cable Television) mode. If not using
CATV, set this menu option to the "Air" position.
15

SETTING THE CHANNELS INTO MEMORY
This TV is equipped with a channel memory feature which allows channels to skip up or down to the next channels set into
memory, skipping over unwanted channels. Before selecting channels, they must be programmed into the TV’s memory. In
addition to normal VHF/UHF channels, this TV can receive up to 113 Cable TV channels.

2
1

PRESET
LANGUAGE
CHANNEL
SKIP
RECEPTION
MEMORIZE

PRESET

4
ENGLISH
2
OFF
AIR
CHANNELS

LANGUAGE
CHANNEL
SKIP
RECEPTION
MEMORIZE

ENGLISH
2
OFF
AIR
CHANNELS

Press the Power button 1 to turn on the TV. Set the
AIR/CATV menu option to AIR or CATV (see page
15). The antenna, cable, etc. must be connected
before memorizing channels. Press the MENU button
2 twice. the PRESET MENU screen will appear.

Press the CHANNEL UP ( ) 4 /DOWN ( )
to select MEMORIZE CHANNELS.

4
1

buttons

Press the MENU button twice or wait 20 seconds to exit the
menu.

Press the VOLUME UP (k) button to confirm. The TV will
automatically cycle through all the channels and store
active channels into memory.

FAQs:

1
How many channels will4I actually receive?
1
3
The actual number of channels that can be received depends on how many channels your cable company, or local area,
2
1
provides. Contact your company to determine the number of channels in your area.
Do channels need to be set into memory before using the CHANNEL UP (i)/DOWN (m) buttons?
Yes, the channels must be programmed into memory.
Can I stop memorizing the channels?
Yes, simply press the MENU button.

ADDING AND DELETING CHANNELS
After setting channels into memory, you can add or delete channels as follows:

1
1

PRESET
LANGUAGE
CHANNEL
SKIP
RECEPTION
MEMORIZE

ENGLISH
2
OFF
AIR
CHANNELS

Press the Power button 1 to turn on the TV. Press
the MENU button 2 twice; the PRESET MENU screen
will appear.

3
PRESET

PRESET

LANGUAGE
CHANNEL
SKIP
RECEPTION
MEMORIZE

ENGLISH
2
OFF
AIR
CHANNELS

LANGUAGE
CHANNEL
SKIP
RECEPTION
MEMORIZE

ENGLISH
2
OFF
AIR
CHANNELS

Press the CHANNEL UP (i) 1/DOWN (m) 2 buttons to
select CHANNEL. Press the VOLUME UP (k)3/DOWN
(o) 4 buttons to select a channel.

Press the CHANNEL UP (i) 1/DOWN (m) 2 buttons to
select SKIP.
OFF will appear if the channel is not skipped.
ON will appear if the channel is being skipped.

5
PRESET

LANGUAGE
CHANNEL
SKIP
RECEPTION
MEMORIZE

4
ENGLISH
2
OFF
AIR
CHANNELS

Press the MENU button twice or wait 20 seconds to exit the
menu.

When a channel is selected, press the VOLUME UP (k)
1/DOWN (o) 2 buttons to skip (ON will appear) or not to
skip (OFF will appear). Repeat steps 3 to 5 to add or delete
more channels. Press the MENU button ❸ to exit.

TV OPERATION

2
OPTIONS

PRESET
LANGUAGE
CHANNEL
SKIP
RECEPTION
MEMORIZE

Press the Power button to turn on the
TV.

AIR:

ENGLISH
2
OFF
AIR
CHANNELS

If using a VHF/UHF
antenna.
If using Cable TV.

CATV:

Set the AIR/CATV Menu Option as described on page 15.

1
2

4
2

1
3

4
For proper operation, before selecting channels, they
must be set into the TV’s program memory, see page 17.
Press and release the CHANNEL UP (i) 1/DOWN (m) 2
buttons. The TV automatically stops at the next channel set
into memory. This will not operate if channels are not set
into memory.

Adjust the volume level by pressing the VOLUME UP
(k)1/DOWN (o) 2 buttons.

Direct Program Selection buttons (0-9)
4 a channel. The channel number
Use these buttons to select
will appear at the top right corner of the screen.
3 1-9 3 as desired.
• For Channels 1 through 9, press
• For Channels 10 through 99, press the -- button 4 once,
then the two digits in order.
• For Channels 100 through 125, press the -- button 4
twice, then the three digits in order.

NOTES:
• When AIR/CATV option is set to AIR, only channels up
1 When1set to CATV, channels
to 69 can be selected.
up to 125 can be selected.
• If an invalid channel is selected, the display will revert
to the original channel.

FAQs:
AIR/CATV option must be set to CATV when using cable, see page 15.
Why are some channels scrambled?
You must subscribe to these channels through your cable company.

TV OPERATION (CONTINUED)
MUTE

SLEEP

1
2

Press the MUTE button 1 to turn off the sound. The TV’s
sound will be silenced and MUTE will appear briefly on the
screen. The sound can be turned back on by pressing this
button again or one of the VOLUME UP (k)2/DOWN (o)
3 buttons or the MUTE button 1 again.

To set the TV to turn off after a preset amount of time, press the
SLEEP button on the remote, “SLEEP OFF” will appear on the
screen. Each additional press will increase the Sleep time by 5
minutes up to 120 minutes. To confirm remaining sleep time,
press the SLEEP button; the remaining time will briefly appear on
the screen. To cancel the sleep time, press the SLEEP button
repeatedly until “SLEEP OFF” appears on the screen.

AV IN BUTTON

DISPLAY BUTTON

This TV has an audio/video input as well as a standard
coaxial input for audio/video signals, as described on
pages 8 through 11. To watch standard TV or CABLE,
press the AV IN button until the signal appears in the
display. To watch the source
4 connected2 to the Audio/Video
jacks, press so AV appears in the display.

Press the DISPLAY button once to display the channel
number and sleep timer. Press again and the text
will disappear.

4
3

CLOSED CAPTIONS
WHAT IS CLOSED CAPTIONING?

TEXT (T1, T2): The Text Closed Caption Mode will usually
fill the screen with a programming schedule or other
information.
After selecting a Closed Caption Mode, it will stay in effect
until it is changed, even if the channel is changed. If the
Captions signal is lost due to a commercial or a break in the
signal, the Captions will reappear when the signal is received
again. If the channels are changed, the Captions will be
delayed approximately 10 seconds.
The Captions will appear in places on the screen where they
will least interfere with the picture, usually on the bottom of
the screen. News programs will usually show three-line
Closed Captions which scroll onto the screen. Most other
shows provide two or three-lined Captions placed near the
character who is speaking so the viewer can follow the
dialogue.
Words in italics or underlined describe titles, words in foreign
languages or words requiring emphasis. Words that are sung
usually appear enclosed by musical notes.
For television programs broadcasting with Closed Captions,
look in your TV guide for the Closed Captions symbol (CC).

This television has the capability to decode and display
Closed Captioned television programs. Closed Captioning
will display text on the screen for hearing impaired viewers or
it will translate and display text in another language.

CLOSED CAPTIONING WITH A VCR
Closed Captioned programs can be recorded and played
back on a VCR with the Closed Captioned text intact. The
Closed Captioned text will disappear during Cue (Fast
Forward Search), Review (Rewind Search) and Pause
modes or if the VCR tracking is not adjusted properly.

TO VIEW CLOSED CAPTIONS
Enter the SPECIAL menu and select the Closed Caption icon.
CAPTIONS (C1,C2,CMUTE): This Closed Caption Mode
will display text on the screen in English or other languages.
Generally, Closed Captions in English are transmitted on
Captions 1 and Closed Captions in other languages are
transmitted on Caption 2.

NOTES:
• When selecting Closed Captions, the captioning will be delayed approximately 10 seconds.
• Misspellings or unusual characters may occasionally appear during Closed Captioning. This is normal with Closed
Captioning, especially with live programs. This is because captions are also entered live. These transmissions do not allow
time for editing.
• When Captions are being displayed, on-screen displays, such as volume and mute may not be seen or may interfere with
Closed Captions.
• Some cable systems and copy protection systems may interfere with the Closed Caption signal.
• If using an indoor antenna or if TV reception is very poor, the Closed Caption Decoder may not appear or may appear with
strange characters or misspelled words. In this case, adjust the antenna for better reception or use an outdoor antenna.

CLOSED CAPTIONS

1
FAQs:

3
2

When I press the DISPLAY or MUTE button, the captions
do not appear, is this normal?
Yes, this is normal for this unit. Once the display
information disappears, the captions will continue.

I entered the Captions mode, but no captions are
appearing, why?
If no caption signal is received, no captions will appear, but
the television will remain in the Caption mode.

Press the Menu buttons third, Access the SETUP
Menu and Press the CHANNEL UP ( ) 3 /DOWN
( ) 4 buttons select CLOSED CAPTION. Press the
VOLUME UP ( ) 1 /DOWN ( ) 2 buttons to select
the desired closed caption option (see above).
Closed Captioning will display text on the screen for
the hearing impaired.

Why is there a big black box on the screen?
Because you are in a Captions mode. Turn the captions
off, or select a different Captions mode.

ON-SCREEN CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS (PICTURE)

1
PICTURE

CONTRAST
BRIGHT
COLOR
SHARPNESS
TINT

50
50
50
50
50

Press the Power button 1 to turn on the TV. Press
the MENU button 2 ; the PICTURE MENU screen
will appear.

3
1
1

2
4

Press the CHANNEL UP (i) 1/DOWN (m) 2 buttons to
select the desired picture setting (CONTRAST,
BRIGHTNESS, COLOR, SHARPNESS or TINT).

PERSONAL PREFERENCE (PP)
4
3
1

Press the VOLUME UP ( ) 1 /DOWN ( ) 2 buttons
to adjust the desired picture setting. Press the MENU
button 3 third or wait 20 seconds to exit the menu.

BLUE BACKGROUND
4

1
3
2

There are four preset picture modes to choose from
(PERSONAL, SOFT, STANDARD or VIVID). The SOFT,
STANDARD and VIVID options are preset. The
PERSONAL setting is preset by the user as described
above.

If the BLUE BACKGROUND option is set to ON, when
a station is selected with no broadcast signal, a blue
screen will appear. Press the Menu buttons third
Access the Setup Menu and Press the CHANNEL UP
( ) 3 /DOWN ( ) 4 buttons to select BLUE BACK.
Press the VOLUME UP ( ) 1 /DOWN ( ) 2 buttons
to turn this option on or off.

Press the PP button to select between the three modes.
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SETTING PARENTAL CONTROL
PARENTAL CONTROL SET-UP:
You can set the CHANNEL BLOCK to block out any channels that you do not want to be viewed as follows:

2
1

SETUP
CLOSE CAPTION
V-CHIP
CHANGE PASSWORD
BLUE BACK

SETUP

CLOSE CAPTION
V-CHIP
CHANGE PASSWORD
BLUE BACK

Press the Power button 1 to turn on the TV. Press
the MENU button 2 third; the SETUP MENU screen
will appear.

Press the CHANNEL UP ( )
to select V-CHIP.

/DOWN ( )

C1
ON

buttons

1
1
1

Press the VOLUME UP (k) button 1 to confirm. Using the
Direct Channel Selection buttons (0-9) 2, enter the
password (“1111” is the preset password if you have not
changed it). This password can be changed to consist of
different numbers after the original password is entered
(see page 25).

Press the CHANNEL UP (i) 1/DOWN (m) 2 buttons to
scroll to select PARENTAL LOCK, and then press the
VOLUME UP (k) 3 to turn it on or off.
See the next two pages to set Movie or TV blocking
options.

5
14

3
1

You can unblock or block all TV shows regardless the
ratings as follows:
Use the CHANNEL UP (i) 1/DOWN (m) 2 buttons to
select NO RATING, then select UNBLOCK or BLOCK
using the VOLUME UP (k) 3/DOWN (o) 4 buttons.

You can unblock or block the unit connected to the A/V
jacks as follows:
Use the CHANNEL UP (i) 1/DOWN (m) 2 buttons to
select EXT SOURCE, then select UNBLOCK or BLOCK
using the VOLUME UP (k) 3/DOWN (o) 4 buttons.

SETTING PARENTAL CONTROL (CONTINUED)
Movie Rating enables parents to prevent their children from watching inappropriate material on TV. Movie Rating reads the
ratings for programming (except for news, sports, unedited movies on premium cable and emergency system signals), then
denies access to programming if the program’s rating meets the limitations previously set. In this case, the program will be
blocked.

MOVIE RATING SET UP

2
PARENTAL CONTROL
PARENTAL LOCK
OFF
TV GUIDELINES
MOVIE RATING
NO RATING
UNBLOCK
EXTSOURCE
UNBLOCK

3
2

Press the CHANNEL UP (i) 1/DOWN (m) 2 buttons to
select MOVIE RATING, and then the VOLUME UP (k)
button 3 to select it.

Enter the PARENTAL CONTROL menu as described on
page 22.

3
1
3

NONE: Movie rating is not
set.
NC17:
G:
All ages.
PG:
Parental Guidance.
X:
PG-13: Parental Guidance, NR:
less than 13 years 3
old.
R:
Under 17 years old,
Parental Guidance

suggested.
17 years old and
above.
Adult only.
Not Rated.

Press the CHANNEL UP (i) 1/DOWN (m) 2 buttons to select a rating to turn On or Off. When a desired rating appears,
press the VOLUME UP (k) button 3 to block that rating and the ones above it.

SETTING PARENTAL CONTROL (CONTINUED)
TV Parental Guidelines have one or more letters added to the basic rating to let parents know when a show contains higher
levels of violence, sex, adult material or suggestive dialogue.

TV PARENTAL RATING SET UP

2
PARENTAL CONTROL

PARENTAL LOCK
OFF
TV GUIDELINES
MOVIE RATING
NO RATING
UNBLOCK
EXTSOURCE
UNBLOCK

Press the CHANNEL UP (i) 1/DOWN (m) 2 buttons to
select TV GUIDELINES, and then the VOLUME UP (k)
button 3 to select it.

Enter the PARENTAL CONTROL menu as described on
page 22.

3
1

3
2

F:
V:
S:
L:
D:

Fantasy Violence
Violence
Sexual Situations
3
Adult Language
Suggestive
Dialogue

Press the CHANNEL UP (i) 1/DOWN (m) 2 buttons to select a rating. When a desired rating appears, press the
VOLUME UP (k) button 3 to turn selected rating On or Off. Then press the CHANNEL DOWN (m) button 2 to scroll down
and then press the VOLUME UP (k) button 3 to turn the individual settings On or Off (these represent the descriptions as
shown above. All programs with a higher rating than the one selected will also be blocked).

SETTING PARENTAL CONTROL (CONTINUED)

2
1

SETUP
CLOSE CAPTION
V-CHIP
CHANGE PASSWORD
BLUE BACK

SETUP

CLOSE CAPTION
V-CHIP
CHANGE PASSWORD
BLUE BACK

2
ON

1
3

Press the Power button 1 to turn on the TV. Press
the MENU button 2 third; the SETUP MENU screen
will appear.

Press the CHANNEL UP ( ) 4 /DOWN ( )
to select CHANGE PASSWORD.

C1
ON

buttons

1
1

Press the VOLUME UP (k) button 1 to confirm. Using the
Direct Channel Selection buttons (0-9) 2, enter the
password (“1111” is the preset password if you have not
changed it).

Using the Direct Channel Selection buttons (0-9), enter the
desired new password, then the confirm screen will appear.
Enter the password again to confirm.

3
1

IMPORTANT:
Make sure to write done the new password and retain it for future use.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Check the following before requesting service:
SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

POSSIBLE SOLUTION

POWER
No power.

The AC power cord is not
connected.

Connect the AC power cord to
the AC outlet.

TV BROADCAST RECEPTION
Poor or no picture.

Picture wobbles or drifts.

No CATV reception.
No reception above ch13.

Poor or no sound.

TV shuts off.

Closed Captioning not
working.

TV station experiencing problems.

Try another channel.

Picture control is not adjusted.

Check picture control adjustments.

Possible local interference.

Check for source of reception disturbance.

Antenna/CATV connector is not connected.

Check CATV connection or VHF/UHF antenna.

TV station experiencing problems.

Try another channel.

Cable TV channel is scrambled.

A Cable box needs to be used (if desired).

Possible local interference.

Check for source of reception disturbance.

CATV not connected.

Check all CATV connections.

AIR/CATV option set to AIR.

Set AIR/CATV option to CATV.

Cable TV service interrupted.

Contact your Cable TV company.

AIR/CATV option set to AIR.

Set AIR/CATV option to CATV.

TV station experiencing problems.

Try another channel.

MUTE button is pressed.

Press MUTE button again.

Possible local interference.

Check for source of reception disturbance.

Antenna/CATV connector is not connected.

Check CATV connection or VHF/UHF antenna.

Volume is set to minimum.

Increase volume.

TV station stopped broadcasting.

Tune to a new channel.

Sleep Timer is set.

Set Sleep Timer to Off.

Home breaker has blown.

Check breaker.

TV signal is weak.

Check CATV or VHF/UHF antenna connection.

TV station experiencing problems or
program tuned is not closed captioned.

Try another channel.

Closed Captioning not turned on.

Turn Closed Captioning on.

Distance is too far or too much
light in the room.
There is an obstacle in the path of the beam
or remote is not aimed at the sensor.

Operate within 20 feet or reduce
the light in the room.
Clear the path of the beam and/or aim the remote
at the sensor.

REMOTE CONTROL

Remote control does
not operate.

The batteries are weak or installed incorrectly. Replace the batteries or install correctly.
PARENTAL CONTROL (PC)
PC protection not
working properly.

Parental Control setting is turned off.

Turn Parental Control setting on.

News or sports event being broadcast.

Parental Control does not work with news or
sporting events.

Ratings not set.

Set ratings as desired.

RECEPTION DISTURBANCES
Most types of television interference can be remedied by adjusting the height and position of the VHF/UHF antenna.
Outdoor antennas are recommended for best results if not using cable or a satellite. The most common types of television
interference are shown below. If one of these symptoms appear when the TV is connected to a Cable TV system, the
disturbance may be caused by the local cable company broadcast.
IGNITION:
Black spots or horizontal streaks may appear, picture may flutter or drift.
Usually caused by interference from automobile ignition systems, neon
lamps, electric drills and other electric appliances.

GHOSTS:
Ghosts are caused by the television signal following two paths. One is the
direct path and the other is reflected from tall buildings, hills or other
objects. Changing the direction or position of the antenna may improve the
reception.

SNOW:
If your receiver is located in the fringe area of a television station where the
signal is weak, your picture may be marred by the appearance of small
dots. When the signal is extremely weak, it may be necessary to install an
external antenna to improve the picture.

RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE:
This interference produces moving ripples or diagonal streaks, and in some
cases, causes loss of contrast in the picture.

PICTURE SIZE VARIATION:
A slight picture size variation is quite normal when you adjust the
CONTRAST or BRIGHTNESS setting.

DORA T HE EXPLORER– MODEL DT E 314
LIMITED WARRANTY
Emerson Radio Corp. warrants manufacturing defects in original material, including original
parts and workmanship, under normal use and conditions, for a period of one (1) year (Two
years on picture tube) from the date of original purchase in the U.S. With your dated proof of
purchase, we will provide repair service at no charge for labor and parts at an authorized
Depot Repair Facility, or replace the product in our discretion. For repair or replacement,
pack your unit in a padded box, enclose your check or money order payable to Emerson
Radio Corp. in the amount of $9.00 (not required by California residents) to cover shipping
and handling costs, and enclose a copy of your proof of purchase.
Send your unit to the address blow.
This warranty does not cover damage from negligence, misuse, abuse, accident, failure to
follow operating instructions, commercial use, rental, repairs by an unauthorized facility, or
products purchased, used, serviced or damaged outside of the United States.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
The serial number can be found on the back cabinet. We suggest that you record
the serial number of your unit in the space below for future reference.

Model Number:
Serial Number:_________________________

TO FIND THE LOCATION AND PHONE
¨

AUTHORIZED
ERVICE
SERVICE

NUMBER OF YOUR NEAREST SERVICE
CENTER PERMITTED TO PERFORM
WARRANTY...

CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-695-0098
FOR ADDITIONAL SET-UP OR OPERATIONG ASSISTANCE
PLEASE CALL:
1-800-898-9020
FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, PLEASE SEND TO:
Emerson Radio Corp.
Consumer Affairs Dept.
5101 Statesman Drive,
Irving, TX 75063.

EMERSON
PART NO. 21-2080
608-02

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