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1. BG gemon TV el OUTPUT CENTER CHANNEL NPUT OMM ANPLFER POWER RATIO Gad Ba SPEAKER A INTERNAL 60 WATTS into 8 OHMS TD my re ES M T Bru EXTERNAL SPEAKERS LAWN VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO JEO 2 ARP E 3 2 C3 a N o WO Of T o NAAA swo OY svo MAA O 1X9 NO NG DVI HDTV L wono oo Psa Lwono Pa ouo amp o 159 9 qQ t an AUDIO DIO AUDIO AUI VOR i pes wp rS que A ENY TAY uo O a8 Drv June a hey duteur ETHERNET 0 O eun J Ne FRONT SPEAKERS IRY PND SPEAKERS CENTER REAR D TAPE T VOR RIGHT LEFT TO uem Bacl of Left Front Speaker IN OUT J IN OUT a Q i S u a E Chapter 1 13 Connections amp Setup How to Connect TV Speakers Without A V Receiver You can connect two external speakers to the TV one to the RIGHT terminal and one to the LEFT terminal 1 If necessary remove the vinyl covering from the ends of the speaker wire and twist the wire core 2 Open the lever on the speaker terminal 3 Insert the wire core into the hole Be sure to connect the to and C to CJ 4 Close the lever Pull gently on the wire to see that it s connected securely 5 Set the SPEAKER SELECT switch e If you connect speakers and place the EXT INT W EXT SURR switch on the TV back panel in the INT W EXT SURR position you get audio from the internal speakers as well as L minus
2. T Antenna Info 2 Channel Search 3 Software Upgrade 5 Signal Type 6 Auto Tuning Y 1394 Setup 8 Special Features O Ethernet Setup Main Menu gt Connections Front Input Use this screen if you have misplaced your remote control and need a way to tune to a different antenna or to go to the video inputs Use the arrows to highlight the rectangle then press OK or MENU OK to scroll to the input you want You can select a source from the available signal sources Press OK to continue Y Antenna Info 2 Channel Search 3 Software Upgrade 7 Signal Source 6 Auto Tuning 7 1394 Setup 8 Special Features Ethernet Setup Main Menu Connections Antenna A Signal Type 9 Air UHF VHF Antenna O Cable Antenna 8 Signal Type Air UHF VHF Antenna Cable You should not normally need to change the settings above because they are set automatically by a Full Channel Search If a setting in this screen is changed you may have to run a new Quick Channel Search to find that signal type s channels Tip If you have Cable and Air connect Cable to Antenna A If you have only Air connect it to AntennaA You can select the Air Cable setting for Antenna A and Antenna B Press OK to continue Channel Search Engaging in a channel search tells the TV to search for all the terrestrial TV channels available through the antenna inputs When the TV finds
3. 4053 4054 4005 4005 Receiver Tuner AMP Aiwa 4008 4009 4010 4011 4012 4021 Denon 4027 GE ues 4003 Harman Kardon 4020 4020 4013 Kenwood 4014 Onkyo 4022 Optimus 4028 Panasonic 4023 4024 4003 4015 4029 4030 4016 4017 4025 4023 4024 4018 4019 Cable Box Codes Programmable for SAT CAB and AUX buttons 5002 5003 5004 5006 5045 Archer 5008 5009 Cableview 5007 Contec 5015 Eastern 5016 5002 5003 Gemini 5017 5018 General Instruments oer eI TOR ORI UTD 5003 Hamlin 5019 5020 5021 5026 5033 Hitachi 5003 Jerrold 5003 5017 5022 5023 5039 5045 Magnavox 5024 Memorex 5026 5025 Movie Time 5005 NSC 5025 Oak 5015 5027 Panasonic 5041 5044 Philips 5011 5012 5013 5014 5018 5024 5028 5029 5030 Pioneer 5031 5032 Proscan 5002 5003 5007 5040 5042 5044 Realistic 5009 Samsung 5032 Scientific Atlanta 5006 5034 5035 5036 Signature 5003 Sprucer 5044 Standard Component 5037 5038 Starcom 5017 5045 Stargate 5017 Tocom 5004 5022 United Cable sinrin ta eri a e ra reels 5045 Universal 5008 5009 5010 View Star 5015 5024 5025 Zenith 5043 DVD codes Programmabl
4. locked Movies Chi i ui To access the V Cbip Movie Rating menu eco IN c 1 Press MENU on the remote control the Main Menu appears Press OK to set the movie rating limits which are enforced when the TV is locked Select Parental Controls 2 3 Select USA V Chip 4 Select V Chip Movie Rating Blocking Movie Ratings If you only want your child to watch movies that have a PG rating and lower in other words movies rated PG and G then you could automatically block out all other movies with higher ratings To block movies 1 Highlight the rating that is the lowest rating you don t want the child to watch In the example above you would highlight the rating status button corresponding to PG 13 since the highest rating you want the child to watch is PG 2 Press the OK button to change the button from Viewableto Blocked All higher ratings automatically change to Blocked 3 If the TV is not locked you must lock it so the movie rating limits will take effect Note Some movies may be given a Not Rated NR rating After blocking movie ratings you must set NR to Viewable separately to view NR movies Viewing Movie Ratings After you block movie ratings you have the option of changing some of the rating status buttons back to Viewable 1 Highlight the rating you want to view 2 Press the OK button to change the button from Blocked to Viewable For example if movie
5. 4 3 Aspect Ratio Introduction Digital Signal and Sound The analog television broadcast system that has been used in the United States for the past 50 years transmits signals as electronic waves These waves can suffer degradation as the signal travels to your home Additionally the analog waves are susceptible to interference from planes passing overhead weather and household appliances Digital signals in contrast to analog signals can be reproduced precisely because the images are transmitted and received using the computer language of 1s and Os Such precision yields a signal that is capable of displaying studio quality picture and Dolby Digital 5 1 channel sound Part 3 Other Key Features of owning an RCA HDTV There are other HDTVs on the market even some that use DLP technology But your RCA HDTV has been designed with features that will enhance your TV viewing and features that provide flexibility to build on the digital revolution that is taking place A summary of your TV s most unique features follows Chapter 3 provides more detail about these features and information about additional features Integrated HDTV Tuner with QAM RCA was the first to offer an integrated tuner with its HDTVs no need for a set top box to receive digital programming Now we ve gone one better your HDTV s tuner is ready for digital cable no need for a cable box to view unscrambled digital cable programming The tuner is able to
6. Purchase Date Dealer Address Phone VCR Plus C gt PlusCode G LINK and GUIDE Plus are trademarks of Gemstar TV Guide International Inc and or its related affiliates Patent 6 331 877 6 239 794 6 154 203 5 940 073 4 908 713 4 751 578 4 706 121 6 466 734 6 430 359 6 091 882 6 049 652 5 335 079 5 307 173 The VCR Plus and GUIDE Plus systems are manufactured under license from Gemstar TV Guide International Inc and or its related affiliates THOMSON INC AND GEMSTAR TV GUIDE INTERNATIONAL AND OR ITS RELATED AFFILIATES ARE NOT IN ANY WAY LIABLE FOR THE ACCURACY OF THE PROGRAM SCHEDULE INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THE GUIDE PLUS SYSTEM IN NO EVENT SHALL THOMSON INC OR GEMSTAR TV GUIDE INTERNATIONAL BE LIABLE FOR ANY AMOUNTS REPRESENTING LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS OR INDIRECT SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROVISION OR USE OF ANY INFORMATION EQUIPMENT OR SERVICES RELATING TO THE GUIDE PLUS SYSTEM VCR required for recording Introduction Thank you for choosing RCA Congratulations on purchasing this RCA High Definition Television HDTV featuring DLP Digital Light Processing technology a true viewing experience Your purchase decision represents an investment in a new generation of technology DLP and HDTV Even though this is a technologically advanced HDTY it is the most user friendly of its kind with comprehensive on screen instructions that guide you through
7. Channel Search takes several minutes because the TV is searching for all possible analog and digital channels You may want to leave and come back later Tip If you move to a new ZIP or postal code or if any of your information changes and you need to access the setup screens from the TV s main menu press MENU choose GUIDE Plus Menu and choose GUIDE Plus Setup then choose No repeat setup process STEP 1 Identifying Your TV s Location Gumet To supply your TV with correct TV program listings the GUIDE Plus system needs to know your TV s location Which country is your TV located in Y USA Canada On your TV remote use the up down keys to highlight your answer Press OK to choose Complete the Assisted Setup Your TV s menu system allows you to adjust your TV s features to be configured to work properly On screen information helps you choose settings to match your setup The first time you turn on your TV the Assisted Setup screens appear automatically Select Begin Setup to start or select Cancel Setup to exit Set the Menu Language 1 Use arrow buttons to highlight your preferred language for the menu system 2 Press OK to select that language 3 Select Continue Setup Complete Channel Search Even though this initial channel search can take several minutes it is important to complete in order for your TV to display channels and programming 1 Highlight Full Search with a
8. HDTV High Definition Television with DLP Technology User s Guide Changing Entertainment Again Ce SS ATEXAS INSTRUMENTS TECHNOLOGY Important Information WARNING CAUTION Caution To reduce the risk of electric shock do To reduce the risk of fire or RISK OF ELECTRIC Sock NOt remove cover or back No user serviceable electric shock do not expose DO NOT OPEN parts inside Refer servicing to qualified service this product to rain or moisture personnel This symbol indicates This symbol indicates dangerous voltage inside important instructions the product that presents a accompanying the product risk of electric shock or personal injury The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus Refer to the identification rating label located on the back panel of your product for its proper operating voltage FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user s authority to operate it Cable TV Installer This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820 40 of the National Electrical Code Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 which 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 Warning The app
9. S Video 8 19 84 anada English ratings 54 French ratings 54 V Chip unrated program 54 V Chip 53 Caption display 73 Caption priority 74 Caption style 74 Captions Analog 73 Color 74 Digital 74 Font 74 Opacity 74 Size 74 Care and Cleaning 88 Center channel connections 12 CENTER CHANNEL INPUT 21 Center speaker input 12 21 CH CTRL button 32 56 Channel 3 56 AOO a Banner 42 Information 42 Initial 72 Lists 48 Logo 42 Numbers 43 Search 71 hannel down button 24 hannel up button 24 hannels Analog or digital 43 Digital or Analog 43 hannels lists GUIDE Plus system Cinematic picture setting 64 Cleaning and care 88 CLEAR button 32 Clock display 42 Closed captioning 73 Closed captioning displays 42 Coaxial cable 8 Code List Audio 39 Cable box 39 DVD 40 DVD VCR 40 Home Theatre in a Box 40 PVR 40 Satellite receiver 40 VCR 40 Color warmth 65 Color scheme 75 Commercial skip 42 Component to component 16 Component Video cables 8 Components connecting 9 Composite jacks 19 Connections 1394 16 A V receiver 9 12 Audio 9 Center channel 12 DTVLink 16 DVD player TV VCR 10 DVI HDTV 17 Internet 15 Network 9 Router TV 15 Satellite Receiver TV VCR 11 TV DTVLink 16 TV Receiver Speakers 12 TV Set top box using DVI HDTV d TV Satellite Receiver VCR 11 TV VCR DVD Player 10 Video 9 VCR TV DVD player 10 VCR TV Satellite Receiver 11 HD Set top Box 17 Connections menu 70
10. The On setting is intended for use with sources that are expected to be film based like DVDs Film Mode is enabled more often by the On setting than by Advanced setting The Off setting turns off film mode upconversion and motion adaptive deinterlacing is used on all video A change in this screen is applied to all inputs Press 4 or to point to an option then press OK to select it Press 4 to return to the menu T Edge Enhancement 2 Green Stretch 3 Contrast Expand Main Menu Picture Quality Advanced Settings Antenna A Horizontal Position 6 Vertical Position A change in this screen is applied to Antenna A Digital Press 4 or to point to an option then press OK to select it Press 4 to return to the menu Y Edge Enhancement 2 Green Stretch 3 Contrast Expand 5 Horizontal Position Main Menu Picture Quality p Advanced Settings Antenna A Vertical Position A change in this screen is applied to Antenna A Digital EE 4 or to point to an option then press OK to select it Press to return to the menu Green Stretch Green Stretch makes green greener and increases the saturation Nature shows and sporting events are especially enhanced by this feature The options are Off Low and High Any change to this feature is applicable to all video inputs and does not affect the Picture Settings
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12. A canoe in this screen is applied to al inputs e Auto Select If selected your TV automatically chooses between Dolby fuer nee canon Henrres OF Digital and PCM based on the audio signal it is receiving This is the best selection if you have a decoder with Dolby Digital and PCM that was manufactured in the last several years e PCM Pulse Code Modulation If selected the TV sends all signals through the Digital Audio Output in PCM Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Chapter 4 69 Using the TV s Main Menu gt Time The current time is 3 58 PM Daily Timer On T Sleep Timer 3 Time of Day Daily Timer Off Turn TV On at Turn TV Offat Duration 1 hour 15 mintues When the timer is on it will turn the TV on and tune to Antenna A Air channel GET sub channet m Tip Use the timer to schedule a daily recording of a digital channel via the 1394 output or use it as a wake up timer Recording and Wake up timers always function together Use this timer to record a digital TV program via 1394 output or use as wake up timer Press OK to continue Connections Menu Menu System Time Menu The Time menu lets you set up time related features and a 1394 timed recording Time menu consists of Sleep Timer Record Wake Timer and Time of Day e Sleep Timer A one time event
13. Contrast Expand Contrast Expand makes the picture appear brighter by deepening the black parts of the picture This also helps to maintain a more consistent black level from one scene to the next The options are Off Low and High Any change to this feature is applicable to all video inputs and does not affect the Picture Settings Film Mode The Film Mode feature automatically detects video sources that have been converted to a different format Film mode modifies the converted signal so it looks as close as possible to the original a process called reverse 3 2 pulldown Options are Advanced On and Off e Advanced The default and recommended setting e On Used in circumstances when the TV is is to be used solely with film based sources e Off Use this setting if you think the reverse 3 2 pulldown is causing distortions in your picture Horizontal Position If you don t like the position of the picture on the screen try using the Horizontal Position menu to move the picture right or left This feature is available for all inputs When you set this feature for a single 1394 input it is applied to all the 1394 inputs Vertical Position If you don t like the position of the picture on the screen try using the Vertical Position menu to move the picture up or down This feature is available for all inputs When you set this feature for a single 1394 input it is applied to all the 1394 inputs 66 Chapter 4 Y P
14. Front and rear speaker jacks 21 Front panel Block 55 Buttons 24 Inputs 24 Full search 71 G G LINK 22 cable 8 connecting 23 G Link cable 28 GO BACK button 32 Graphic equalizer 67 GUIDE button 33 GUIDE Plus setup Configuring for cable 27 GUIDE Plus System 2 26 30 44 Action buttons 45 Channels 47 Configuring for VCR 28 Expanded information 45 Listings 45 Lock Unlock 46 Menus 44 Messages 46 News 46 Promotions 46 Promotions and advertising 47 Schedule 46 47 Setup 26 47 Sort 46 H HDTV specifications 82 Help text 2 62 High definition 1 Home Theatre box remote codes 40 Hub connection 16 Icons Channel banner 42 Indirect light 8 INFO button 33 42 Initial channel 72 Initial volume 72 INPUT 2jacks 21 22 3 jacks 21 ANTENNA A 22 Center channel 21 Button 33 64 39 INPUT 5 Auto tuning 56 Inputs Auto tuning 56 Front panel 24 INT W EXT SURR EXT 13 Internet connection 15 Internet service provider 15 J Jacks 1394 16 22 59 Audio video 19 Composite 19 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT 18 DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT 22 Digital optical 12 DTVLink 16 18 22 DVI HDTV 18 Ethernet 18 22 EXTERNAL SPEAKERS 13 14 Front panel 24 Input 18 RF 19 S VIDEO 19 S Video 21 YePbePr 19 K Keyboard optional 58 L Lamp 1 30 76 84 Language Audio 68 Display 42 Menu 26 76 Adding a function 36 Clearing a function 37 Deleting ALL functions 37 LED front panel 25 78 Limited warranty 87 L
15. Pick a device to receive remote commands 3 Software Upgrade Z Signal Source 5 Signal Type 6 Auto Tuning 1394 Setup B Special Features e When the TV is tuned to the 1394 input channel and the remote is in the TV mode you can use the remote for some basic transport controls such as RECORD STOP FAST FORWARD REVERSE PAUSE and PLAY Press OK or to access the 1394 Setup menu Ethernet Setup e Don t change channels when you are recording because recording will automatically stop However you can tune to one of the TV s Video Input Channels for instance if you want to watch a DVD or videotape that s in a DVD player or VCR that you connected to your TV Chapter 3 59 Using the TV s Features e A dialogue box appears when you press the RECORD button to let you know the 1394 component is recording the channel that you selected e You can select a default recording preference record all subchannels on a major channel or record only a specific subchannel Recording just the subchannel saves space on the AVHDD Also a DVCR may not be able to record more than one subchannel because of the DVCR s data rate However if you re recording to an AVHDD or DVCR and choose to record only to a specific subchannel you may see a blank screen when playing back at first You ll need to use the CH or CH button to go through the subchannels before you get to the subchannel you recorded This happ
16. Press ON OFF to turn the component ON or OFF 3 Use the remote buttons that apply to that component Notes The remote control may not be compatible with all brands and models of components If you keep pressing buttons and nothing happens the remote is probably in the wrong mode You must press the component button that matches the component you want to operate i e if you want to operate the VCR press VCR on the remote control to put the remote in VCR mode vo Jo fa fo MUTE G0 Volume Punchthrough Feature You may find this feature helpful if you ve connected your components to an audio video receiver A V receiver or amplifier but you want to use the TV s remote control to operate the volume for a component that is connected to the audio video receiver An example follows Let s say you ve connected your DVD player to your audio video receiver You ve also programmed your TV remote control to operate your DVD player Since the DVD player gets its volume through the audio video receiver you would have to bounce back and forth between two remote controls the A V receiver s remote to adjust the volume and the TV s remote control to operate ucc S10 the DVD player The Volume Punchthrough feature eliminates the need for you to use two remote controls and saves a button press when you re using the TV remote to adjust
17. Select Picture Quality and then select Reset Controls to set reset the settings for the currently tuned input Audio Menu The Audio menu lets you adjust audio output To access the Audio menu press MENU on the remote and then select Audio from the main menu The following audio items can be adjusted Graphic Equalizer Audio Processor Sound Logic Audio Language SAP Balance Fixed Variable Out and Digital Audio Out Equalizer Presets You can select one of the seven band Equalizer Presets or create your own personal preset The seven band graphic equalizer lets you adjust the audio frequency settings The equalizer can only be changed if the Fixed Variable Audio Output is set to Variable Output If the Fixed Variable Audio Output is set to Fixed Output you cannot make changes to the equalizer and the bands are set to OdB However the graphic equalizer levels for Variable Output are stored in memory in case you switch to Fixed Output then back to Variable Output Notes If the internal speakers are used as the center channel audio speaker from an external audio receiver the graphic equalizer settings do not apply Equalizer Presets are stored for each input All other audio feature settings are stored globally across all inputs and not per input Audio Processor The Audio Processor displays a choice list of available audio modes which control the way the sound comes through your speakers when TV is set to using the Variable Out
18. present you must hide the remote for this to be effective Note If power to the TV is lost for more than an hour for example a power outage the buttons become unblocked Press OK to block disable the buttons on the front of the TV Only the remote or keyboard will control the TV 2 Video Input List SES Z Antenna B List 5 USA V Chip 6 Canada V Chip 7 V Chip Unrated 8 Front Button Block O Web Browser Block Main Menu gt Parental Controls Block Web Browser View Web Browser This television has an Ethernet connection and a built in web browser for accessing the Internet with a cable modem or DSL unit If you want access to the web browser to require a password select Block Web Browser and lock the TV Access to the web browser can be blocked to require a password when the TV is locked Press OK to continue T Antenna Info 2 Channel Search 3 Software Upgrade 7 Signal Source 5 Signal Type 7 1394 Setup 8 Special Features EST Main Menu gt Connections Select which input or channel should be automatically tuned when a button listed below is pressed on the remote control VCR VCR2 Aux default DVD SAT CABLE Satellite or Cable Box Front Input Tip If you indicated in GUIDE Plus Setup that you have a cable box set the Auto Tuning for SAT CABLE to Not Connected Press OK to select the channel or input that
19. 4 Oo 10 VIDEO I INPUT 5 e ne ome f CO SR E DVI HDTV A Y Jase R AUDIO AUDI INPUT 1 INPUT E ETHERNET Back of Right Speaker Back of Left Speaker 14 Chapter 1 Connections amp Setup Router Cable Modem DSL Internet HL NF Computer How to Connect TV Router via the HDTV s ETHERNET Jack The illustration above provides you with a general connection to the TV s ETHERNET jack so you can maximize your HDTV s browser to surf the Internet You don t need to connect a computer to the router to surf the Internet A computer is only needed if you want to view photos or graphics on your TV that are stored on your computer An Internet Service Provider subscription is necessary to access the internet You should know e Only use the Ethernet connection if you are connecting a router to the TV s ETHERNET jack e A router with DHCP capability is recommended e Only use this connection if you have purchased the keyboard designed for this HDTV page 58 has ordering information because a keyboard is needed to effectively surf the Internet via your HDTV s internal web browser e You ll need to use the manuals that accompany your router and other Internet components for specific instructions A router enables you to network several components such as a computer cable modem or DSL modem Y
20. 4 Using the TV s Menu System 5 Balance Sliders Sliders are used to select a specific point of a control that has continuous levels To make adjustments 1 Press the left or right arrow button on the remote to highlight the slider for the feature you want to adjust 2 Press the up or down arrow button to adjust the indicator on the vertical slider Note Some sliders are positioned horizontally for example Translucency Balance and Initial Volume d O Choice Lists O O Check boxes and radio buttons are used to select options from a list Check Fi O boxes let you select one or more options A radio button lets you select only one option Check Boxes Radio Buttons 1 Use the arrow buttons to move left right up down 2 Press OK to select or de select the option Turn TV Onat Turn TV Off at Numeric Entries diem rt diem Fr Numeric entry fields are used to enter numbers passwords and time values The number buttons on the remote and the arrow channel up down volume up down MENU and OK buttons on the front panel can be used to enter the information 1 Use the left right arrow button to highlight the field 2 Use the up down arrows number buttons or OK button to enter information On screen Menu Items The on screen menu items are used to access the information and or change the settings of the specific item highlighted Highlight the item either by using the number buttons on the remote or the up and d
21. Content Themes for Age Based Ratings Rating Mature Audience Only Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and may be unsuitable for children under 17 It contains one or more of the following content themes crude indecent language L explicit sexual activity S or graphic violence V Parents Strongly Cautioned Contains some material that many parents would find unsuitable for children under 14 Parents are strongly urged to exercise greater care in monitoring this program and are cautioned against letting children under the age of 14 watch unattended This program contains one or more of the following content themes intensely suggestive dialogue D strong coarse language L intense sexual situations S or intense violence V Parental Guidance Suggested Contains material that parents may find unsuitable for younger children Many parents may want to watch it with their younger children The program contains one or more of the following content themes some suggestive dialogue D infrequent coarse language L some sexual situations S or moderate violence V General Audience Most parents would find this program suitable for all ages It contains little or no sexual dialogue D or situations S no strong language L and little or no violence V Directed to Children 7 years and older Designed for children ages 7 and above It may be more appropriate for children who have acquired the developmental skills needed t
22. INPUT and is turned off prior to recording start time Do not change channels on the TV or VCR when making a recording Expanded Information Press INFO on the remote to see additional program information Chapter 3 45 Using the TV s Features Locking the Video Window When highlighting the channel names the left column on the channel listing the following Action buttons appear e Lock Unlock Press the Blue action button to lock or unlock the video window to either stay at one channel as you browse the GUIDE Plus system lock or change as you browse through different channels unlock The PIP button also locks unlocks the video window Note When the video window is unlocked changing channels in the GUIDE might switch the video window to the same channel on the other antenna Sort menu selection Sort options Sort aue The Sort menu lets you browse programs by different categories such as Sports Movies and Children s programs You can sort alphabetically by selecting A B C Listings Sort News Messages Promotions Schedule P m sports Children ane All e Use the arrow buttons to select the sort option FEATURES e Use the Action buttons to schedule a watch timer or a record timer NN Biography Cat Comedy getting Documentary around in Guide Plus Drama Fantasy News menu action buttons News menu selection News The News menu lets you browse current ne
23. OFF to record programs STEP 4 Confirming Your Settings Gumet You have entered the following GUIDE Plus system settings If any setting is marked INCOMPLETE you wil not be able to use that feature unti you complete Shat portion of SUDE HU syste sati Yes Cable box output channel 03 Cable box remote control code Jerrold 01 02 VCR Yes VCR remote control code RCA 01 05 Are the above settings correct Y Yes end setup No repeat setup process On your TV remote use the up down keys to highlight your answer Press OK to choose Connections amp Setup 2 Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight the brand of your VCR that is connected to the TV and press OK If your brand isn t listed highlight Not Listed and press OK 3 Keep the VCR on When you complete these steps press OK to begin testing Important Note When code testing is in progress don t touch your TV VCR or any of the remote controls for these products 4 Look at the front of your VCR If your VCR stopped playing the tape the test was successful Highlight Yes and press OK If your VCR didn t stop playing a tape you can either choose No or Test this code again If you think your TV or remote might have been touched during the test make sure the VCR is on and playing a tape Highlight Test this code again If you don t think the test was interrupted highlight No Make sure the VCR is playing a tape and is on Press OK th
24. OUTPUT Use a digital optical cable or SPDIF cable to connect your TV to a compatible Dolby Digital or PCM receiver or decoder Dolby Digital offers theatre quality sound six audio channels Use the Digital Audio Out screen in the Audio menu to select Auto Select or PCM as the output for this jack ETHERNET Connect a router cable modem or Digital Subscriber Line to the TV using an Ethernet cable CAT 5 Do not connect a telephone cable because of risk Of fire or shock A green light on the jack means that an active network has been detected An orange light means the data is either being sent or received DTVLink Use either or both connectors to connect compatible DTVLink IEEE 1394 components but don t loop the components together When connecting several components use a hub or component to component method Be sure to connect the fastest of the 1394 components closer to the connection point of the TV and the slower components furthest away Details on page 16 ANTENNA A INPUT ANTENNA B INPUTs Used to connect an off air antenna and or cable TV signal to the TV If you have both cable and air connect cable to ANTENNA A and off air to ANTENNA B If you have air only connect it to ANTENNA A These inputs are also used to receive programming and connect older components G LINK Connect the G LINK cable for VCR one touch recording and or cable box control with GUIDE Plus system 22 Chapter 1 Why You Should Connect the G LINK
25. Please locate the G LINK cable provided when you re getting ready to set up your TV You need to connect this cable to your TV and to your VCR and or cable box in order for all of the features of the program guide to work properly TA Composite Video Ethernet Cable AIV Cable Audio Video cable OL Q3 Coaxial cable DVI D cable Digital Optical Cable 1394 Cable Speaker Wire Component Video YePbePr cable 8 Chapter 1 Choose Your Connection Connections amp Setup There are several ways to connect your HDTV depending on the components you want to connect and the quality of the signal you want to achieve Please use the following chart to determine which connection is best for you Proceed to the appropriate page and connect your TV For more information about the relationship between the cables jacks and the quality of the signal you see on your TV go to page 18 Video Connections Coaxial Audio video Component Composite G LINK Coaxial Audio video Component Composite G LINK Speaker wire Coaxial Audio video Speaker wire Coaxial Ethernet Coaxial 1394 6 pin no power Coaxial Digital Visual Interface DVI TV DVD VCR TV Satellite Receiver VCR TV Speakers Using HDTV s Center Channel TV A V Receiver pages 12 Speakers Using HDTV s 13 Center Channel TV Router Computer Cable Modem TV Digital VCR1 Digital DVD1 Digital Vide
26. Rove 73 Closed CaptioninNd ETE 73 ECONO Mata ia id di 74 Record OUTED UE arica arios 75 Color Schmid eee ee 75 Transito EE 76 MENA O NO 76 Digital Channel lO viii ii AA boe tcd a EL di 76 Lamp do ue eT 76 Chapter 5 Reference gm e 78 HDTV Specifications anita esentium ai Rau ea sona sa aaa akaet 82 Accessory Information ssis cci tni amaaa non rna e diia 84 Limited Warrior A BY Ev esee EUH Se eX RS EE 87 Carerand Cleaning RETE 88 FCG INFORMATION isis e 89 aa 90 Chapter 1 Connections amp Setup Chapter Overview e Things to Consider Before You Connect e Choose Your Connection e How To Connect e Explanation of Input Jacks and Cables e Back of the TV e Why You Should Connect the G LINK Cable e The Front of Your TV e Plug in the TV e Put Batteries in the Remote e Turn on the TV Use the Remote Control to Complete the Assisted Setup e Complete the Assisted Setup e What to Expect e Next Steps Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only 7 Connections amp Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect Protect Against Power Surges e Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet or power strip NEVER plug your TV into an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch e Turn off the TV and or component s before you connect o
27. a monaural cable such as some camcorders use the Left mono input jack to get sound from both speakers Power Indicator Light Status p AUDIO 1 N 1 VIDEO S VIDEO Q mono R IN IN On TV is on MOMO e Off TV is off HEADPHONE Blinks If the power light blinks slowly you ve tried to turn on the TV during the lamp cooldown cycle Wait approximately 30 seconds and the TV will turn on automatically Blinks and pauses Light blinks pauses for about a minute and blinks again the lamp is trying to strike TV will turn on when MENU OK CHW CHA voL 4 voL gt successful If TV doesn t turn on and sequence continues the lamp needs to be replaced See page X for information Notes The front panel illustration shows a typical front panel layout The exact look may be different from the one on the front of your TV If you use the Front Button Block feature the front panel no longer provides access to the menus The Front Button Block feature disables all front panel buttons but not the jacks For more information see Chapter 3 Buttons on the Front of the TV If you cannot locate your remote you can use the front panel of your TV to operate many of the TV s features MENU OK Brings up the Main menu When the menu system is displayed pressing MENU OK selects highlighted items CH Scans up through the current channel list In the menu system it
28. a regular analog TV Format Analog NTSC HD Digital ATSC Total Scan Lines 525 1125 Effective Scan Lines 480 1080 Aspect Ratio 4 3 16 9 Max Resolution 720 x 480 1920 x 1080 Sound 2 ch Stereo 5 1 ch Surround Aspect Ratio Aspect ratio is simply the width and height of the picture Regular TVs use a 4 x 3 also written 4 3 aspect ratio which means the picture is a little wider than it is tall a screen that is 20 inches wide is about 15 inches tall When the standards were being developed for television broadcasting in 1941 by the NTSC the National Television Standards Committee it made sense to adopt the 4 x 3 aspect ratio that the film industry was using at that time 16 9 Aspect Ratio As TVs dropped in price and people prospered in the 1950s the movie industry had to find a way to get people out of their living rooms and back to the movie theatres That s when they created the 16 x 9 also written 16 9 aspect ratio also called widescreeen format When the standards for HDTV were being developed by the ATSC Advanced Television Standards Committee the 16 x 9 aspect ratio was chosen as the format for HDTV This widescreen format makes sense because it s much closer to the way we see Our field of vision is actually much wider than tall because of our peripheral vision Not only is it closer to the way we see but the pictures are crisper and cleaner with more detail in the close up and panoramic views
29. a specific show from the guide You can use the Sort feature to search listings You can even set up reminders to watch a certain The Drew Carey Norm show via the GUIDE Plus system s Watch menu FEATURES FOX Greed The Series aly fest Wing Law amp Order Oia Star Trek Voyager Star Trek Voya 4Live Lincoln Cen Paul Taylor Baseball V Guide Plus REN HBO Sphere 4 _ around in Introduction FireWire with Two Way DTVLink Control your IEEE 1394 components via your HDTV Just link them together via the 2 way DTVLink jacks and you can network your high speed compatible 1394 digital components The two way jacks allow the audio and video signals to flow into and out from the 1394 components such as the DVR10 see below Compatible with the Optional DVR10 Hard Disk Drive Pause Live Digital TV and record digital programs RCA offers an Audio Video Hard Disk Drive model DVR10 with IEEE 1394 available at your local RCA dealer or www rca com The DVR10 Audio Video Hard Disk Drive AVHDD component lets you pause live TV record shows and play them back digital broadcasts only ATSC and QAM signals For purchasing details go to your local consumer electronics retailer or www rca com NetConnect With an Ethernet connection and a web browser built into your TV you can access the Internet from your TV To use the web browser you ll need a high speed connection such as a DSL Digital Subscriber Line
30. an active channel it places it in the channel list Inactive channels weak stations or channels with no signal at alD aren t placed in the channel list The Channel Search screen lets you choose a Full Search or a Quick Search Full Search Searches both Antenna A and B and automatically detects whether they are cable or off air Note A Full Search can take several minutes Quick Search Searches only for channels on the antenna you re currently using and uses the current Air or Cable setting For optimum reception you need to conduct a Quick Searcb after you ve adjusted a terrestrial antenna because the TV might pick up new channels Notes Channel Search takes a long time to complete because all possible analog and digital channels are being searched If a cable box is connected to Antenna A and GUIDE Plus Setup was performed a channel search will not be permitted Software Upgrade The Software Upgrade screen contains current software information and indicates if a new upgrade is available The software information and upgrades can be accomplished only if you have the TV connected via the Ethernet cable to the Internet with ISP subscription Note If using a dialup service via a router connected at a dialup speed of 56K the Software Upgrade could take several hours or more If TV is unplugged while doing a Software Upgrade during this time it could render the TV inoperable You may want to decline a software upgrade if you
31. arrow button to select Setup Choose Review options and select OFF GUIDE Plus System Problems GUIDE Plus setup won t turn off tape for VCR setup and or channel 02 cable box e Check to see if the G LINK wands are positioned correctly in front of components remote sensors e GUIDE Plus system control of cable box is slower than direct control of the box itself Keep this in mind when changing channels e You may have an incorrect GUIDE Plus Channel Lineup The guide may get out of sync with the cable provider Use the GUIDE Plus Setup in the GUIDE Plus Menu to change the zip code to 99999 Turn the TV off for 10 minutes Use Setup again to change the zip code back to the correct value If asked be sure to select the correct channel lineup from the on screen list Program information doesn t download e Review your setup information and make sure it s correct Press MENU on the remote and select GUIDE Plus System menu and then Setup Go to page 47 for detailed instructions about the GUIDE Plus Setup menus e The TV must be off to download information Leave your TV off overnight for at least 10 hours to receive the initial download for your area e If youre using a cable box leave it on so you can receive program information e The GUIDE Plus system doesn t display program listings for satellite TV Scheduled Watch or Record doesn t occur e Check Schedule for timer conflicts Go to page 46 for instructions e Make
32. between the light and dark areas of the picture e Color The richness of the color e Tint The balance between the red and green levels e Black Level The brightness of the picture e Sharpness The crispness of the edges in the picture To create picture settings for the video inputs 1 Press the INPUT button while in the Picture Settings menu until the correct Video Input Channel appears in the upper right corner 2 Press the right and left arrow buttons on the remote control to select the slider 3 Press the up and down arrow buttons to operate the slider Notes When changing an tem in the Picture Settings menu the graphics become transparent so you can see how your adjustments affect the picture Picture Presets Picture Presets displays a choice list that lets you select one of the four preset picture settings Vibrant Natural Cinematic and Personal Choose your setting based on the degree of lighting in your room After you select a setting the contrast color tint black level and sharpness and color warmth settings found under the Picture Settings menu are adjusted automatically If you choose Personal Picture Preset you can customize color tint black level and sharpness to your desired level and the TV saves those settings After you ve done this you can go back into the menu and select Vibrant Natural Cinematic or Personal For example if you normally use Personal Picture Preset but want to watch a show i
33. component buttons on the remote and the way you have each component connected to your TV When you set auto tuning you re telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press the VCR DVD or SAT CAB button on the remote control This is especially useful for going directly to an input like a 1394 input Note AUX by default is set up for a second RCA VCR Or you can program VCR or AUX to operate a second RCA VCR witb tbe 2001 code Also any VCR programmed to tbe AUX button becomes VCR2 button and controllable by auto tuning 1 Press MENU the MAIN MENU appears 2 Highlight Connections and press OK 3 Highlight Auto Tuning and press OK 4 Highlight the component button field and continually press OK to scroll through the selection of inputs The choices and a brief explanation follow Not Connected Choose this if you don t have this particular component connected to the TV or if you don t want the TV to automatically tune to the correct channel when you press one of the component buttons on the remote Chapter 3 55 Using the TV s Features Channel 2 3 or 4 Antenna A Component is connected to the ANTENNA A jack on the back of the TV and you want the TV to tune to channel 2 3 or 4 when you press the corresponding button on the remote Reminder make sure the component s Channel 2 3 or 3 4 switch is set to match the channel you choose in Auto Tuning Channel 2 5 or 4 Antenna B Component is connected to the ANTEN
34. item ON OFF Turns the TV on or off Your HDTV is equipped with a special lamp system In order to preserve the life of the lamp the TV must warm up and cool down properly when you turn the TV on and off When you turn the TV off the screen turns blue and fades to black While the screen is blue you can still turn the TV back on If the screen is black and the light on the front of the TV blinks when you try to turn it on the TV s lamp is in its cool down cycle wait about 30 seconds and then the TV will turn back on automatically In other modes VCR DVD SAT CAB AUX AUDIO if programmed turns the component on and off PIP Makes the PIP window appear and disappear See Chapter 3 for more information about using PIP Locks unlocks video window in GUIDE Plus system REVERSE PLAY FORWARD RECORD STOP PAUSE If programmed provides transport control for some remote controllable VCRs and DVD players In TV mode can control 1394 component when tuned to the 1394 input SAT CAB Places the remote in SAT CAB mode If Auto Tuning is enabled turns on the TV and tunes it to the correct Video Input Channel SKIP Press once before changing channels and the TV returns to the original channel after 30 seconds Press repeatedly to add more time Cannot be used with the browser Use CLEAR to cancel SOUND On digital channels inputs toggles the audio language Gf available for that channel For analog channels toggles SAP on or off Does n
35. off Noise Reduction reduces the appearance of video noise on composite video sources giving a smoother picture For other sources of video the Noise Reduction is not active The Frame Comb setting provides a constant level of improvement In the Adaptive setting additional filtering is applied increasing only as the noise content increases A change in this screen is applied to Input 2 Press 4 or y to point to an option then press OK to select it Press 4 to return to the menu Y Picture Settings 2 Picture Presets 7 Color Warmth 5 Noise Reduction G Advanced Settings 7 Reset Controls Main Menu gt Picture Quality The Advanced Settings menu has screens that let you enhance picture performance and adjust picture position Edge Enhancement Make the picture s edges sharper Green Stretch Intensify and enhance shades of green Contrast Expand Intensify and enhance shades of black Film Mode Improve the quality of movie playback Horizontal Position Center the picture left right Vertical Position Center the picture up down it Press 4 to return to the menu Edge Enhancement SER 3 Contrast Expand 5 Horizontal Position 6 Vertical Position Main Menu Picture Quality Advanced Settings Antenna A Q or O Low O High Edge Enhancement replaces gradual edge transitions in the video with steeper edges This creates a pictu
36. playback on a standard 4 3 TV Anamorphic squeezes a 16 9 image into a 4 3 area during playback on this wide screen 16 9 TV apply the Stretch format to recreate a 16 9 wide image Press or y to point to an option then press OK to select it Press 4 to return to the menu Tip Pressing FREEZE button also freezes RECORD OUTPUT but not 1394 output T Closed Captioning 2 Screen Format 3 Record Output 5 Translucency 6 Menu Language 7 Digital Channel Info 8 Lamp Power Main Menu Preferences Q Sky Blue O Emerald Rasberry O Plum You can select from one of four colors for the menu system and the channel banner The color of GUIDE Plus is not affe ted by the selection in this screen Press or y to point to an option then press OK to select it Press to return to the menu T Closed Captioning 2 Screen Format 3 Record Output A Color Scheme Main Menu Preferences The translucency level you set is applied to the on screen menu system and channel banner for all inputs and antennas An exception is Input 5 DVI HDTV and some component video formats where translucency is set to opaque and cannot be changed The translucency level you set does not affect GUIDE Plus 6 Menu Language 7 Digital Channel Info 8 Lamp Power Press 4 or to move the indicator to the desired translucency level for
37. program information has been sent to your TV the GUIDE Plus system appears with all of your TV program listings e If the program information hasn t been sent to your TV yet an outline of the GUIDE without TV program listings will appear on the screen Program information is usually sent to your TV at night e If more than one cable company services your area you may be prompted with a Channel Mapping screen after the first GUIDE Plus system download You will need to identify your cable company by selecting the correct channel numbers for the stations in question Features of the GUIDE Plus system are explained in Chapter 3 To clear the guide from your screen press CLEAR or GUIDE on the remote control Changing Channels Depending upon the type of signals you have connected to your HDTV you might notice that the channels change slower than you re used to This is perfectly normal Your HDTV is able to interpret and display both analog NTSC and digital ATSC signals and the digital subchannels when available Also you may notice that the size of the Channel Banner changes as you scan through analog and digital channels Turning the TV On and Off Your HDTV is equipped with a lamp system that is part of the technology that enables us to design such a thin light weight TV with a crisp bright picture To prolong the life of the lamp the TV must properly warm up and cool down Therefore the TV doesn t turn off completely r
38. remote is called the Main Menu To access the Main Menu 1 Press the MENU button the Main Menu appears 2 Use the arrow buttons left right up down to move through the menu and highlight different options Note Press the number buttons on the remote that matches the number next to the on screen menu selection 3 Press the OK button to select a highlighted item Exiting a menu There are three ways to exit a menu e Press CLEAR The on screen displays are cleared from the screen and you return to TV viewing e Press 0 on the remote when you are highlighting the left side of the menu e Highlight O Go Back menu button and press OK or press GO BACK on the remote On Screen Help Information appears on the screen to assist you in understanding your menu selection To the right of the highlighted menu item is a display area that might provide text for the item selected along with any submenu items In addition a menu path appears at the top of the screen to let you know where you are in the menu system At the bottom of the screen are two lines of help text that explain the currently highlighted item Controls Controls let you adjust the default settings of your TV You can choose a setting enter a number or adjust a level such as tint or brightness There are four types of controls e Sliders e Choice lists check boxes radio buttons e Alpha numeric entries e Menu action choice fields 62 Chapter
39. that is used to set the TV to turn off at a specific time e Record Wake Timer Used to turn the TV on and off at a specific time every day of the week and tune to a specific channel In addition it sets the TV to make a 1394 recording if a 1394 component is connected set up and the channel selected is digital See pages 59 60 and 72 for more information on a 1394 recording e Time of Day Enables you to enter the correct time manually if it hasn t been acquired automatically Note If your TV does not automatically acquire the time you must remember to set your TV s time when the time changes to Daylight Saving Time Sleep Timer and Record Wake Timer will not function as you expect if you forget to change the TV s time The Connections menu specifies various ways to adjust the inputs to your television Items in the Connections menu are Antenna Info Channel Search Software Upgrade Signal Source Signal Type Auto Tuning 1394 Setup Special Features and Ethernet Setup Main Menu Connections Channel S88 888 Antenna A Cable Box Strength d WWWW WWW Digital Channel 888 888 Antenna A Cable Box Strength Xd WWWW WWW Digital Channel 888 888 Antenna A Cable Box Strength Xd WWWW WWW Digital Channel 888 888 Antenna A Cable Box Strength Xd WWW WWW Digital WWWW WWW Digital xm m cp Press OK to measure the signal strengths of all channels to help you adjust terrestrial TV antenn
40. the TV to the 1394 input you ll need to use the INPUT button to channel through the inputs 60 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Using the TV s Menu System Chapter Overview e Menus On Screen Help and Control Panels e Picture Quality Menu e Audio Menu e Time Menu e Connections Menu e Preferences Menu Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only 61 Using the TV s Menu System Menus On screen Help and Control Panels This section highlights your TV s on screen menu system The menu system has several types of screens An overview follows Note The GUIDE Plus Menu Parental Controls Web Browser and 1394 Recording menu items are discussed in the Features chapter while Assisted Setup is discussed in the Connections and Setup Chapter Main Menu GUIDE Plus Menu has screens for accessing and adjusting the GUIDE Plus features GUIDE Plus Menu care Quay GUIDE Plus See what s on TV by using the program guide GUIDE Plus Setup Set up various GUIDE Plus options GUIDE Plus Label Turn the channel lable logo on or off 5 Parental Controls 6 Connections 7 Preferences 8 Assisted Setup Press OK or to access the GUIDE Plus menu O Web Browser Tips A shortcut method to access a menu item is to press the number button on the remote that matches the number next to the on screen menu For example in the Main Menu press 3 to go straight to th
41. the menu system Note For U S customers If you prefer we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service Representative who will visit your home for a fee to install your electronics entertainment system and to instruct you in its operation For details about this service call 1 888 206 3359 DTVLink Certification Logo is a U S registered mark of CEA FireWire is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc registered in the U S and other countries TruSurround SRS and the o symbol are trademarks or registered trademarks of SRS Labs Inc Table of Contents Introduction Key Features Overview Chapter 1 Connections amp Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect Choose Your Connection eese How to Connect TV VCR DVD Player How to Connect TV Satellite Receiver VCR ceeeeeecseeeeeeeeeeneeseeeeeneeteaeeseeeeaes How to Connect TV Receiver with Dolby Digital Speakers How to Connect How to Connect How to Connect How to Connect TV Set top Box Using DVI HDTV Digital Visual Interface How to Connect TV A V Receiver Speakers Use TV as Center Channel TV Speakers Without A V Receiver TV Router via the HDTV s ETHERNET Jack TV DTVLink and or 1394 Components Explanation of Input Jacks and Cables cceccceceeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeseseaesseeeaeeeeeeenseaeeaee
42. the on screen menus Record Output 16 9 signals can be recorded in one of two ways Cropped Recording Center Cub and Anamorphic Mode Recording Cropped Recording records the center of a 16 9 signal and the Anamorphic Mode Recording compresses the 16 9 signal into a 4 3 area Notes To make the cleanest recording avoid using PIP the GUIDE Plus system freeze function browser or zoom screen format Doing so will have unwanted effects on the recorded video The TV does not need to be on to make a recording as long as the recording being made was set up in the GUIDE Plus system When the TV is off the Record Output may show the TV tuning channels in a data acquisition activity This is normal If an unusual pattern appears when you connect your VCR input to the RECORD OUTPUT playing a tape or switching to the VCR s tuner removes the pattern Color Scheme Select from among four colors Sky Blue Emerald Raspberry and Plum to change the color of the menu system and banner Note The guide and browser colors are unaffected Translucency You can change the translucency see through level of the menu screens Adjust the slider by using the left and right arrow buttons Notes This does not apply to GUIDE Plus system and browser Some video formats do not support the display of translucency on screen displays Chapter 4 75 Using the TV s Menu System T Closed captioning 2 Scree
43. timer may be set e Unplug Wait five minutes Plug in again TV turns on unexpectedly e Wake up Timer feature or Watch from the GUIDE Plus system may have been activated Go to page 45 or 69 for instructions Video and audio are out of sync e If your TV is connected to an audio video A V receiver or home theatre system via the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack read the following information If you ve connected a component to your A V receiver such as a DVD player or satellite receiver you may experience a slight delay 78 Chapter 5 References between the audio heard and the video seen This occurs because the digital audio is sent directly to the speakers while the video must be processed inside the TV before it is displayed If the component has Component Video Y Pb Pr jacks connect these jacks to the TV s Y Pb Pr jacks to minimize the discrepancy This works best if the component supports Progressive Scan technology e If necessary you can connect the component directly to the TV using L R audio jacks and bypassing the A V receiver or you can program an audio delay in the A V receiver so the audio and video match up not all audio equipment has the ability to program delays Check the Audio Video Receiver s manual Blank screen e Make sure you have connected the component to the TV correctly e Make sure the component connected to the TV is turned on and tuned to the corresponding Video Input Channel e Try another
44. using both 1394 jacks with two chains of components connected Your TV is a control center for the connected compatible components automatically recognizing each component and placing it in the Input list Note If you ve tuned to a 1394 input you can control some basic transport functions on the component like RECORD STOP FAST FORWARD REVERSE PAUSE and PLAY when remote is in TV mode Three types of 1394 connectors are available on 1394 components 4 pin connector no power 6 pin connector with power and 6 pin connector without power supplied Your HDTV has a 6 pin connector without power supplied Both the 4 pin and 6 pin connectors are capable of sending digital audio digital video and digital control signals back and forth between components In addition the 6 pin connector is capable of sending low voltage electrical power If you should have some components with 4 pin connectors 4 to 6 pin adapter cables are available from your local electronic stores You should know e Connect your 1394 components to either DTVLink 1394 jack Only compatible 1394 components are to be connected to the DTVLink 1394 input output jack e Do not loop the 1394 components back to the TV That is each 1394 connection chain should have only one connection point to the TV or the network might not work e Place the slower components at the end of the chain and the faster ones closest to the TV in the chain for faster communication speed Se
45. www rca com For quick reference write the date you purchased this TV and the model number here Fold aos Date Model No Digital Light Processing DLP and DLP Cinema are trademarks of Texas Instruments All other products and names may or may not be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies Introduction Part 2 Why RCA DLP is better DLP is just part of the story You have chosen to embark on the next generation of TV viewing HDTV There are many technological advancements that make HDTV better than analog TV but there are basically three things about HDTV that bring you a superior viewing experience 1 resolution 2 aspect ratio and 3 digital signal and sound Resolution it s math that works for you The crisp lifelike picture people rave about when experiencing true HDTV is due to the resolution this technology provides The resolution is measured by calculating the number of active lines of pixels A pixel which stands for picture element is a small dot The picture you see on your TV is composed of these dots A regular analog television called analog only has a resolution of about 200 000 pixels 480 vertical pixels x 440 horizontal pixels 211 200 pixels The HDTV format is capable of more than 2 million pixels 1 920 x 1 080 2 073 600 More pixels equals more detail In summary HDTV is capable of resolution that is up to 10 times the resolution of the picture on
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47. 1394 Setup 72 Antenna info 70 Audio tuning 72 Channel search 71 Ethernet setup 72 Signal source 71 Signal type 71 Software ungrade 71 Special features 72 Content Themes 50 Blocking 51 Viewing 52 Contrast 64 Control panels 62 SAT CABLE 33 47 Controls Balance 68 Satellite receiver 33 40 Chart of connections 9 Menus 62 Digital audio out 69 SOUND 33 Choice fields 63 Parental 48 Equalizer presets 67 STOP 33 Choice lists 63 Reset 66 Fixed Variable out 69 SWAP 33 56 Choose Your Connection 9 SAP 68 TV 33 CinemaScreen 3 90 Chapter 5 D Digit buttons 32 Digital Audio Out 69 AUDIO OUT jack 18 22 Captions 74 Channels 43 76 Connections 9 Optical input 12 Signals 1 2 17 Visual interface connection 17 Direct entry programning 34 DLP 1 2 Dolby Digital 12 Dolby Digital receiver 18 DSL modem 15 DTVLink Auto tuning 56 Connect 72 Connector 18 22 Jacks 18 Recording 59 DVD button 32 40 DVD player VCR TV Connection 10 DVD remote codes 40 DVD VCR remote codes 40 DVI cable 8 DVI HDTV Connector 18 Connections 17 E Equalizer presets 67 Ethernet Cable 8 22 Jack 18 22 Setup 72 Exiting a menu 62 EXT INT w EXT SURR switch 13 External speakers 20 EXTERNAL SPEAKERS OUTPUT 13 14 F Favorite URLs 58 FCC information 89 Finding the sensor 23 Fixed output 12 FIXED VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT L R 20 Fixed variable out 69 Format Button 32 58 75 Screen 74 FORWARD button 33 FREEZE button 32 56
48. 8 Assisted Setup Q web Browser Press OK or to launch the web browser and connect to the Internet Using the Web Browser Important To use the TV s web browser you must have your TV connected to the Internet e g cable modem or DSL and subscribe to an Internet Service Provider ISP You can start the browser on your TV by selecting it from the main menu The TV front panel and remote control provide basic navigation without a keyboard If you launch the browser from the main menu a message pops up to suggest that you use a keyboard to use with this TV to connect to the Internet The optional keyboard will allow you to get optimum use of web browser features The keyboard model number KBR755TA1 is available at www rca com keyboard or 800 798 5875 When you start the browser for the first time it goes to an RCA website All FAV keyboard buttons are also initially programmed to that site The FAV SEARCH and FAV HOME buttons on the keyboard default to a search site but you can reprogram them The FORMAT button on your remote or keyboard allows you to cycle through various combinations of a less than full screen browser and some TV video Just press the button again to use a different format To close the browser entirely press CLEAR on the remote You may discover that other browser windows are open This may be the result of a pop up window being delivered from the site you were viewing P
49. AV key including HOME and SEARCH to any URL website address After you ve browsed to a favorite URL just press the desired key and hold it until a message appears That site s URL will be assigned to the key you pressed and saved in the TV The next time you press the key briefly the browser will automatically go to the site you saved You can store 32 additional URLs websites by using the following buttons together SHIFT and FAV CTRL and FAV ALT and FAV If you have the optional keyboard previously visited sites are also available as a drop down listing from the address bar The list can hold only a certain number of addresses so at some point a new address will replace the oldest one 58 Chapter 3 Using the TV s Features Controlling the Web Browser As stated previously the remote control and front panel buttons support only basic browser functions However the optional keyboard makes browser navigation much easier and is the only way to enter a URL address Below is a table that shows which remote buttons work what function Web Browser Button Interaction Remote Front Panel Browser Function MENU MENU OK Closes browser and opens main menu CLEAR Quits the browser SWAP Displays the previous browser window if multiple windows are displayed CH CTRL Displays the next browser window if multiple windows are displayed STOP Stops loading the current page STOP PLAY Reloads the current page R
50. Auto Select or PCM output Press OK or to access the Audio menu 2 Audio Processor 3 Sound Logic Z Audio Language 7 Fixed Variable Out 8 Digital Audio Out Main Menu p Audio O Flat ideo Equalizer Preset Settings vi Standard a A A Ge O Voice i f Music f f Music Videogame le Video Camera en DIA i 6 BHMA For each input select a different equalizer preset or create a Personal preset with the equalizer Press OK to continue T Equalizer Presets Audio Processor 3 Sound Logic 4 Audio Language 7 Fixed Variable Out g Digital Audio Out Main Menu Audio Mono Stereo srs SRS Focus SRS TruSurround The Audio Processor setting alters the sound of onlyl variable volume outputs but not fixed volume outputs like the Digital Audio Output or the Record Output A change in this screen is applied to all inputs Press 4 or to point to an option then press OK to select it Press to return to the menu Using the TV s Menu System Reset Controls The Reset Controls menu button resets all picture quality controls to their original factory settings except Horizontal Position and Vertical Position for the currently tuned input or group of input sources see on screen text Tune to the input you would like to reset Press MENU to access the Main Menu
51. Back Of the TV apna dea anaana dea Suarane tAE uea saaya praras SaNa Saaai a asean iaa Aaaa ena aiai as Why You Should Connect the G LINK Cable eese nnne How t Find the Remote Sensor apilar adenda Airis Placing the G LINK Wands The HERON EOF YOUR TV ri a Frontinput Jacks ciu di A en al ee Aiea ly FrontP an cdota o teens Plug im the A tn Put batteries in th remote uo TUE OO TY PT Use the Remote Control to Complete the Assisted Setup Complete the Assisted Setup eene Set the Menu Language Complete Channel Search The GUIDE Plus System Setup What to Expect Moenum IR Chapter 2 Using the Remote Control The Buttons on the Remote Control esseesseesseeseeeeeenennnn nennen nnne nnne nnne nennt 32 Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components esee 34 How to Use the Remote After You ve Programmed It esesseseeeeeeeennnnnns 36 Volume Punchthrough Featu re ecrit er triente cs 37 Using the Input Button Remote Code List Chapter 3 Using the TV s Features About the Channel Banner 1 re eeecr ec era dioten vo Donec ober Leda eost ens L cuasidactevauetbedsvsissancteoneats Digital or Analog TV Channels About the GUIDE Plus System Parental Controls How V Chip Works for the USA and Canada Auto Tuning FeatuUre os PIP Picture in Picture Oper
52. Cable Connections amp Setup The G LINK cable enables the GUIDE Plus system the on screen interactive program guide to work with your VCR and or cable box Cable Box If your TV is connected to a cable box you must connect the G LINK cable to receive TV program listings for your area and to tune directly to a channel when the program guide is on your TV screen VCR If your TV is connected to a VCR and you don t connect the G LINK cable one touch VCR recording and timed recordings won t work The other features of the guide will work properly G LINK wands Tips If you have both a VCR and a cable box it doesn t matter which wand is connected to which box If you don t have both a cable box and a VCR connected to your TV just coil the cable of the extra G LINK wand with a twist tie and leave it behind the TV How to Find the Remote Sensor You have to place the G LINK wands in front of the remote sensor on the VCR and or cable box Some cable boxes and VCRs have the remote sensor labeled on the unit If the remote sensor isn t labeled on your VCR and or cable box you need to use the remote control that came with the VCR and or cable box to locate the sensor 1 Turn off the VCR and or cable box 2 Hold the remote control not the one that came with your TV but the one that came with the cable box and or VCR to which you re attaching the G LINK cable so that it is touching the fro
53. DEO INPUT 4 AUDIO INPUT 4 Provides connection to a second optional component video source such as a DVD player or satellite receiver The jacks are the same as described in INPUT 3 Chapter 1 21 Connections amp Setup VIDEO INPUT 5 DVI HDTV o Gee DO OO pooooooo _ R AUDIO INPUT 5 RECORD OUTPUT VIDEO Digital Audio Output Jack ETHERNET ANTENNA B INPUT G LINK VIDEO INPUT 5 AUDIO INPUT 5 Provides DVI HDTV and analog audio connections e L MONO AUDIO provides left audio connection and connector is usually white e RAUDIO provides right audio connection and connector is usually red DVI HDTV provides a digital video connection from a video source to the TV RECORD OUTPUT Connect a VCR or DVD recorder to record mainly digital or analog programs from Antenna A or B and inputs excluding DVI HDTV and some component video formats while TV is turned on You must leave TV on same channel you are recording e VIDEO provides composite video connection and connector is usually yellow e AUDIO L provides left audio connection and connector is usually white e AUDIO R provides right audio connection and connector is usually red Notes When recording from this output remember to tune to the channel you are recording Ifan unusual pattern appears when you connect your VCR input to the RECORD OUTPUT playing a tape or switching to the VCR s tuner removes the pattern DIGITAL AUDIO
54. EFRESH REVERSE Go to the previous page if one exists BACK equivalent on optional keyboard FORWARD Go to the next page if one exists FORWARD equivalent on optional keyboard FORMAT Toggles between Full Size browser and browser plus video in multiple layouts Up Down Left Right Arrow Moves the cursor in the web page GUIDE Closes the browser and opens the guide CH Up Down CH Up Down Changes channels if video window is displayed VOL Up Down VOL Up Down Changes volume if video window is displayed 1394 Recording The 2 way 1394 DTVLink jacks enable you to connect a compatible Audio Video Hard Disk Drive AVHDD and or a Digital VCR DVCR so you can record and play digital content The recommended AVHDD component is model DVR10 available at your local RCA dealer or www rca com The DVR10 is an IEEE 1394 hard disk drive that includes time shift features such as recording and pausing TV digital signals only You should know Main Menu Connections The 1394 Setup menu has screens for setting up DTV Link and IEEE 1 394 devices to work with the TV e Only digital content can be recorded Analog TV programs cannot be recorded through the TV s 1394 jack e You can only record content if the IEEE 1394 component connected enforces copy protection standards check your DVCR or AVHDD manual T Antenna Info DTVLink Connect Set an analog input for a DTVLink device 2 Channel Search 21394 Recording
55. In the Audio Language menu highlight the default audio language you want by pressing the up and down arrow buttons on your remote control Press OK to select whenever available on a channel to hear that Audio Language Some programs may have audio languages available that you can hear but can t be set as the default To select and hear those audio languages navigate to the Change Audio action button and select OK or use SOUND button on remote Note You can change the Audio Language temporarily by pressing SOUND button on the remote control Changing channels reverts the channel back to the default Audio Language original selected in the menu SAP Second Audio Program When turned on Second Audio Program plays the program s audio in a second language if one is available SAP is also used to broadcast a program s audio with descriptions of the video for the visually impaired Or SAP might contain audio which is totally unrelated to the video Notes SAP is broadcast in mono and is only available for analog programs not digital programs You can activate SAP if available temporarily with the SOUND button Changing channels reverts SAP back to original SAP menu setting TruSurround SRS and o symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs Inc TruSurround technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs Inc 68 Chapter 4 Using the TV s Menu System Balance Main Menu Audio Set the balance for the i
56. NA B jack on the back of the TV and you want the TV to tune to channel 2 3 or 4 when you press the corresponding button on the remote Reminder make sure the component s Channel 2 3 or 3 4 switch is set to match the channel you choose in Auto Tuning Front Input Component is connected to the S VIDEO IN or VIDEO IN jack on the front of the TV and you want the TV to tune to the front Video Input Channel when you press the corresponding button Input 1 Input 2 Component is connected to a VIDEO or S Video jack on the back of the TV and you want the TV to tune to the Video Input Channel when you press the corresponding button Input 3 Input 4 Compatible component video source such as a DVD player or satellite receiver is connected to the composite component VIDEO INPUT jacks Y ePbePr on the back of the TV and you want the TV to tune to the composite component video input when you press the corresponding button Input 5 Component is connected to the DVI HDTV jack on the back of the TV and you want the TV to tune to this input when you press the corresponding button DTVLink 1394 components connected to the DTVLink jacks on the back of the TV can also be autotuned PIP Picture in Picture Operation The PIP Picture In Picture feature lets you display a second smaller analog NTSC format picture on top of the main analog picture The main and PIP channels must be from the same antenna A or B you cannot have the main picture from Anten
57. R from both external speakers This connection gives you a matrix surround effect e If you connect speakers and place the switch in the EXT position you get audio from the external speakers only The TV s internal speakers are turned off 6 Goto the Audio menu and Fixed Variable Out screen and make sure Variable Out Speakers On is selected Notes When connecting the speaker wire make sure you connect the positive terminal on the TV to the positive terminal on the speaker One side of the speaker wire is usually marked with a white stripe to help Speaker wire you match the terminals correctly If the and terminals are not matched properly the speakers will not be in phase causing reduction in bass frequencies Do not allow the wire core to touch other wires or terminals Damage to RIGHT LEFT FIXED VARIABLE components could result if the cores of two wires touch AUDIO OUTPUT SPEAKER SELECT INT W R Arrange the speakers in your TV room to achieve maximum sound quality The external speaker rating is 8 ohms with 30 watts total power handling capabilities EXT SURR im f EXTERNAL SPEAKERS E FIXED VARIABLE AUDIO CENTER CHANNEL INPUT XIMUM AMPLIFIER POWER RATING 6 5 ma SPEAKER en SELECT WAL 60 WATTS into 8 OHN NTW R SOURCE EXT e URR TV EXTAMP EXTERNAL SPEAKERS r VIDEO VIDEO IDEO VIDEO INPUT 1 INPUT 2 up INPUT
58. RD OUPUT but not 1394 output GO BACK Returns you to the previous channel or previous screen in the menu system Also toggles between antenna and input sources 32 Chapter 2 ay o PIP SWAP CH CTRL OOO SOUND FREEZE EY amp ER FORMAT INFO CLEAR o Q MENU Tips The component button corresponding to the mode you re in flashes when the remote batteries are low and you press a button on the remote A warning banner may also appear on the screen when you press a remote button and your batteries are low To turn off most RCA GE and Proscan components that are connected to the TV press ON OFF twice within two seconds and hold remote steady until indicator turns off This feature only works with most RCA GE and Proscan products Using the Remote Control GUIDE Brings up the Listings screen for the GUIDE Plus system INFO Brings up the Channel Banner with channel and viewing information Press again to remove the banner In the GUIDE Plus system brings up more program information INPUT Toggles through the TV s available input sources Front Input INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 INPUT 5 DTVLink Gf available last active antenna MENU Makes Main Menu appear and disappear MUTE Reduces the TV s volume to its minimum level Press again to restore volume OK When a menu item is highlighted press OK to select the
59. Schedule menu GUIDE Plus system 47 Search Automatic code 35 Channels 26 71 Full 26 71 Quick 71 Second audio program 68 Service authorized 10 Setup Ethernet 72 GUIDE Plus system menus 26 Setup assisted 25 Setup menu GUIDE Plus system 47 Sharpness 64 Signal source 71 Signal type 71 Signals Analog 17 Digital 17 SKIP button 33 Sleep timer 42 70 Sliders 63 Software ungrade 71 Sort menu GUIDE Plus system 46 Sound 79 SOUND button 33 Sound logic 68 Speaker Center input 21 Speaker connection 12 SPEAKER SELECGT EXT or INT W EXT SURR switch 20 Speaker wire 8 Speakers Fixed and variable 69 Special features 72 Specifications 82 Back panel 83 Convenience 83 Front panel 83 Sound 82 Video 82 Splitters 85 Stand 8 Stereo 67 STOP button 33 Stretch screen format 75 Subchannel 1394 recording 60 Subchannels 70 SWAP button 33 56 T Viewing Movie ratings 52 Specific content themes 52 Volume Initial 72 Things to Consider Before You Connect 8 Time display 42 Time menu 70 Time of day 70 Timer Volume down button 24 Record Wake 70 Volume punchthrough 81 Sleep 70 78 Deleting commands 38 Wake up 78 Volume up button 24 Tint 64 Volume up down buttons 33 Translucency 76 Troubleshooting 78 W TruScan digital reality 2 Turn on TV 25 TV audio receiver Connection 12 TV button 33 TV connection 11 TV mode 25 TV problems 78 Y TV VCR DVD Player Connection 10 U Z Zoom screen forma
60. TERNAL AMPLIFIER SRT Aa MAXIMUM POWER RATING 60 WATTS into 8 OHMS SOURCE NDW R e TV EXT AMP VIDEO INPUT 5 DVI HDTV o GEE 9 ANTENNA B ANTENNA A INPUT INPUT ETHERNET A 856 prv junc OJOJ o EJ DU RIGHT LEFT FIXED VARIABLE AU DIO OUTPUTS AUDIO SE RIGHT and LEFT EXTERNAL SPEAKER Terminals Used to connect SPEAKER e external speakers if you don t have an audio amplifier or receiver For use SELECT fos S NEW R if you want better sound than the TV s speakers See page 14 EXT un e SPEAKER SELECT EXT or INT W EXT SURR Switch Lets you direct MO where the output of the TV s internal speakers goes With the switch in the EMTERNAE SPEAKERS EXT position you hear the external speakers connected to the TV In INT W EXT SURR position you hear the TV s internal speakers and external TV s AUDIO OUTPUTS except for RECORD OUTPUT audio speakers connected to the TV for a matrix surround sound effect Note To turn the TV s internal speakers on and off press MENU on the remote control and choose Audio Then choose Fixed Variable Out from Caution Connect external the menu and choose an option speakers only to the TV s EXTERNAL SPEAKERS terminals FIXED VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT L R Provides fixed level or variable DO NOT connect your audio video level audio output from the television Fixed Variable is an option in the receiver to the red and black Audio menu details on pag
61. UDIO Button 39 Codes 39 Connections 9 Format icon 42 INPUT 3 VIDEO INPUT 5 22 INPUT1 VIDEO INPUT 1 21 Language 68 Processor 67 Receiver 8 Remote codes 39 System 1 Audio menu 66 Audio language 68 Audio Processor 67 Sound logic 68 AUDIO OUTPUT Digital 22 Audio video cables 8 Authorized service 10 78 87 Auto color 65 Auto tuning 55 72 Front Input 56 Automatic code search 35 AUX button 32 35 39 AVHDD 59 Back of the TV 20 Backlight button 32 Balance 68 Batteries installing 25 Remote 81 Black Level 64 Block Age Based Ratings 51 Front Panel 55 Movie ratings 52 Specific Content Themes 51 V Chip Unrated Program 54 Web browser 55 Browser web 58 59 Buttons ANTENNA 32 Arrows 56 AUDIO 39 AUX 32 39 Backlight 32 Cable 33 CH CTRL 32 56 Channel down 24 32 Channel up 24 32 CLEAR 32 DVD 32 40 FORMAT 32 58 FORWARD 33 FREEZE 32 56 Front panel 24 GO BACK 32 GUIDE 33 INFO 33 INPUT 33 39 MENU 24 33 Number 32 OK 24 33 ON OFF 33 PAUSE 33 PIP 33 56 PLAY 33 POWER 24 RECORD 33 Remote control 32 REVERSE 33 34 SAT CABLE 39 VCR 33 40 VCR PLUS 33 VCR2 AUX default 32 55 72 Volume down 24 Volume up down 33 C C C C C C able box 23 able remote codes 39 able button 33 ables 18 84 1394 8 22 Audio video 8 19 CAT 5 15 Coaxial 8 84 COMPONENT VIDEO 19 Digital optical 18 DVI 8 17 18 Ethernet 15 18 22 Y Pb Pr jacks 19 G LINK 8 Network 84 Optical 18 84 RF 19 84
62. When code testing is in progress don t touch your TV VCR cable box or any of the remote controls for these products Once you have completed these steps press OK on the TV remote to begin testing STEP 2 Configuring for Cable oci 6 Look at your cable box If it is still on and changed to channel 09 the test T pt etra ron v er ST on T ete was successful Highlight Yes and press OK STEP 3 Configuring for a VCR PCS appears Is your cable box now tuned to channel 09 If your cable box didn t change to channel 09 or turned itself off you have two choices No and Test this code again v Y o Test this code again If you think the TV the cable box or any of the remote controls might have been touched or bumped during the test On your TV remote use the up down keys to highlight your answer highlight Test this code again and press OK the GUIDE Plus system runs Press OK to choose the same set of codes No Test this code again No If you don t think the test was interrupted highlight No and press OK GUIDE Plus system tests the next code Repeat the previous instructions until the TV finds the correct cable box code Follow the instructions on the screen Note If the TV can t find your cable box code a troubleshooting checklist appears Carefully review each checklist and follow the instructions on the screen STEP 3 Configuring for a VCR pm Step 3 Configuring for a VCR Tigra ey idein i e toutt 1 If your TV i
63. a s Antenna Info 2 Channel Search 3 Software Upgrade Signal Source 5 Signal Type 6 Auto Tuning 7 1394 Setup 8 Special Features Q Ethernet Setup Tip You can still add a channel that was not found by Channel Search just tune to it by using the number buttons on the remote If the channel can be locked it will be added to the channel list Antenna Info This screen lists any channel EVER added to the TV The list shows the channel number the station name when tuned e g NBC whether the channel is digital or analog which antenna is picking up the channel and current signal strength of digital channels When you move the highlight to the Antenna Info list the TV attempts to tune to the channel You can then adjust your off air antenna for maximum signal strength largest number for the selected channel The signal strength for a digital channel will be shown as until the signal is strong enough for use then numbers will appear Analog channels will always have the display N A since analog signal strength is not measured Only primary channels appear in the list Subchannels e g 8 1 8 2 do not appear 70 Chapter 4 Using the TV s Menu System T Antenna Info 3 Software Upgrade Signal Source 5 Signal Type 6 Auto Tuning 7 1394 Setup Special Features Ethernet Setup Main Menu gt Co
64. ability This accessory is intended for use with an off air or cable TV signal distribution and is not suitable for distribution of the satellite signal originating from your satellite dish antenna Where applicable we will ship a superseding model Please complete other side also Detach Here Chapter 5 85 References Charge your order on your VISA MasterCard or Discover Card by filling in below USE YOUR CREDIT CARD ares IMPORTANT Copy complete account number VI SA from your VISA card SSRs See see see My card expires I I IMPORTANT Copy complete account number from your MasterCard above your oe ET expires name on MasterCard IMPORTANT Copy complete account number co from your Discover Card Dii m LITT TICLE ICL TCT tt Mycardespiees LI AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE Credit card order will not be processed without signature Daytime Phone Number Print or type your name and A complete and correct address clearly order will save you days of waiting oS SSeS eS eS eee Name l Street l l Apt l l City l State n Zip l l l Please make sure that both sides of this form have been filled out completely Allow 4 weeks for delivery All accessories are subject to availability Prices are subject to change Placing an Order BY PHONE Have your Visa MasterCard or Discover Card ready and call 1 800 338 0376 Use this number only to place
65. ailable from most dealers and electronics supply stores in case you want to position your components farther apart or need additional cables Monaural VCR Dubbing Audio Video Cable is a double cable that lets you connect the video and audio jacks of two VHS VCRs to duplicate tapes It can also be used to connect a VCR to your TV The cable is color coded and shielded It has RCA type phono plugs on each end Gold Tipped cable VH83 6 ft Stereo VCR Dubbing Audio Video Cable is a triple cable that lets you connect the vipeo and AUDIO jacks of stereo components Gold Tipped cable VH84 6 ft Push on Cable attaches to the round antenna connectors called 75 ohm F type on the back of your VCR or TV The ends push on for a quick connection VH89 6 ft Screw on Cable attaches to the round antenna connectors called 75 ohm F type on the back of your VCR or TV The ends screw onto the connectors for a secure connection VH82 6 ft VH81 3 ft S Video Cable has multi pin connectors on each end for connecting S Video components to your TV VH976 6 ft VH913 12 ft RG 6 Coaxial Burial Cable with weatherproof F connectors D905 Optical SPDIF cables help you connect to a component with an Optical Audio In jack such as a Dolby Digital
66. all of the TV s features This introduction describes three reasons why an RCA HDTV featuring DLP technology is an excellent choice DLP brilliance in color design and technology Why RCA DLP is better Other Key Features of owning an RCA HDTV Part 1 DLP brilliance in color design and technology RCA brings you brilliant pictures with Digital Light Processing system DLP a brilliantly choreographed engineering marvel that combines microscopic mirrors light and color to bring you the best and brightest pictures possible Condenser Lens How DLP Works In general DLP combines microscopic mirrors a ds specially designed semiconductor and a color wheel gt Arc Lamp to adjust light to display the most brilliant accurate images Your DLP HDTV doesn t use Cathode Ray Tubes CRTs which means you don t have to worry UV IR Filter about screen burn fixed video images burning onto the screen permanently or convergence realigning the CRTs The diagram on the left illustrates the complex system Thin and Light The efficiency of DLP technology enabled our design team to create a high performance HDTV that Color Wheel is about 16 inches thin and weighs less than 100 pounds Projection Lens Relay Lens Lamp Replacement DLP technology uses a special lamp Eventually you ll need to replace this lamp part number 260962 To order a lamp call 1 800 338 0376 or go to
67. am is suitable for audiences of all ages It contains no violence or any violence that it does contain is either minimal or is presented in a humorous manner as a caricature or in an unrealistic way C da V Chi Main Menu gt Parental Controls Canada V Chip a na a Ip You may not need to set the options on this screen unless you live in or near Canada The English or French Canada V Chip TV Rating lets you decide which The TV must be locked for the rating limits to be enforced PET HN TV programs can and cannot be viewed To set TV programming limits 18 nae 1 Choose Parental Controls from the Main menu If Parental Controls Movies pe TV have previously been locked you must enter your password 2 Highlight Canada V Chip and select either Canada s English Ratings Press OK to block or view programs with this rating and j c corresponding themes Press to return to the menu or French Rati NES 3 Once you get to the English or French Ratings screen use the arrow buttons and OK on your remote to change the status of a TV program rating or content theme from Viewableto Blocked Main Menu Parental Controls V Ch i p U n rated Prog ra m Bloc k Block Unrated and Exempt Programs Selecting this option lets you decide if programs that the V Chip View Unrated and Exempt Programs S vides npa recognizes as Unrated USA and Exempt Canada can be viewed Note 3 Anten
68. an order for accessory items listed on the order form BY MAIL Detach and mail the completed order form with credit card information money order or check in US currency made payable to Thomson Inc to the following address Video Accessories PO Box 8419 Ronks PA 17573 For more information about accessories go to www rca com 86 Chapter 5 References Limited Warranty What your warranty covers e Defects in materials or workmanship For how long after your purchase e One year from date of purchase for labor e One year from date of purchase for parts e One year from date of purchase for light engine and lamp assembly The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm which ever comes first What we will do Pay an Authorized Service Center the labor charges to repair your unit Pay an Authorized Service Center for the new or at our option refurbished replacement parts light engine and lamp assembly required to repair your unit How you get service e Call 1 877 RCA HDTV and have your unit s date of purchase and model serial number ready e A representative will troubleshoot your problem over the phone e If the representative determines that you should receive service they will provide you with the name s of the Authorized Service Center in your area e Contact the Service Center and arrange for home or pick up repair and return
69. aratus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus Important This television is a table model and is designed to sit on a firm flat surface Don t place the TV on soft carpeting or similar surface because the ventilitation slots on the bottom of the unit will be blocked resulting in reduced lifetime from overheating To assure adequate ventilation for this product maintain a spacing of 4 inches from the top and sides of the TV receiver and 2 inches from the rear of the TV receiver and other surfaces Also make sure the stand or base you use is of adequate size and strength to prevent the TV from being accidentally tipped over pushed off or pulled off This could cause personal injury and or damage the TV Refer to the Important Safety Instructions packed separately Product Registration Please fill out the product registration card packed separately and return it immediately Returning the card allows us to contact you if needed For U S customers Your RCA Consumer Electronics product may also be registered at www rca com productregistration Returning the card allows us to contact you if needed Product Information Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you need them These numbers are located on the product Model No Serial No
70. ation Using the Web Browser 1394 Recording Table of Contents Chapter 4 Using the TV s Menu System Menus On screen Help and Control Panels seen 62 Picture Quality AAPP 64 Picture Settings eere ld Pre IA A C NE aA eed Reden 64 Picture Presets n eri nerd eaaa ex ER aaa qa arta Sax Ceu aU ER Arn e daa 64 Auto Go o ERRAT RET 65 Color Want asii 65 Noise Reduction 65 Advanced Settings iii te a ea aate dere Re TR 65 RESETCON TOS cass Ert 66 AUGIO MON NA 66 Equalizer PRESSES iaa an e ada as 67 Audio Processor iii dis 67 SU A Lc 68 Audio LANGUAGE uocatis reno ex ced cupteaiagandss ara AREE aiaa a a ans aa FEN Ke ERR RSR 68 SAP Second Audio Progra iscri ice iie zona frena bre era uae eae Le aeu arn ana va ion cade d 68 BAGS ER 68 Fixed Variable Out mL iaa 69 Digital Audio QUU cu retient dd 69 Time Men 70 Connections MenU m M 70 Antenna MiO eaaa A e E E EE 70 Channel Salida li iaa 71 Software parade itecto rae ate 71 virierrePc D P 71 Signal TYP x suonerie eremi coire bo I id 71 AUTO TURING eme RET 72 1394 Set D ode einen e ii eee os 72 Special EeatUres nce i ie ER RE ERR lass 72 Ethernet Setup e iti eer Serer eer eevee etcetera At 72 Preferences Menu id uae CN Ru Doce
71. ay you may Ch 888 888 WWWW T O have activated the Parental Control feature and the Listening to English in SRS FOCUS 4 3 Normal 480i SD program exceeds the rating limits you set For information DOOD 1 sec MPAA Not Rated on removing limits see the section Parental Controls ODISSE AMENNA AKAI You cannot view closed captioning in the PIP window The message PIP Not Viewable or Exceeds Rating in the channel banner lets you know that PIP is not available on this PIP channel skips all digital ATSC TV channels and tunes channel and you should tune to another channel to analog channels e PIP cannot be displayed from component Y ePbePr inputs Tip A typical use of SWAP is to scan through channels in the PIP window and when you find a channel you like press SWAP to display that channel in the main picture Chapter 3 57 Using the TV s Features Main Menu This television has a built in web browser for linking to the Internet To fully operate the web browser you will need the right keyboard a connection to the Internet via the Ethernet jack and an Internet service provider T GUIDE Plus Menu 2 Picture Quality Some remote keys will allow limited pointing arrow keys selection OK key and BACK and FORWARD web page navigation REVERSE and FORWARD keys To quit the browser from the remote press CLEAR To open the m web browser now press OK 6 Connections 7 Preferences
72. box programming and press OK a screen appears reminding you to connect your G LINK cable to your TV and cable box Notes If not using INPUT1 VIDEO1 AUX you must connect to ANTENNA A not B Channel 03 is the most common Choose Video1 AUX if your cable box is connected to your TV with audio video cables instead of a coaxial cable Go to page 8 for pictures of these cables If you choose Video 1 Aux then connect the cable box to the INPUT 1 on back of TV Chapter 1 27 Connections amp Setup 4 Highlight your brand of cable box and press OK Selecting the correct cable box brand from the list below is needed to 2 MAR Fee TY regum ste IE you de mot inve t abe If your brand isn t listed highlight Not Listed and press OK p LLL CCCo Important Note Cable box may only be connected to ANTENNA A or Wnat rend of cale box E connected to JH INPUT 1 if it is to be controlled by GUIDE Plus system Not Listed Y Archer Cable Cinema Cabletenna will appear as you move down Press OK to choose STEP 2 Configuring for Cable Gung 5 Make sure your cable box is on TIN SUDE Fle ii of Gs Tn UM CNT cae Lo t X Ae Tune the cable box to channel 02 use the remote control that came with your cable box or press the channel buttons on the cable box Follow steps A and B below AO RM OF Press OK the GUIDE Plus system starts testing codes B Make sure to leave your cable box ON F ES P Important Note
73. by consulting the following troubleshooting list Note for U S customers If you prefer we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service Representative who will visit you home for a fee to install your electronic entertainment system and to instruct you in its operation For details about this service call 1 888 206 3559 For additional assistance while using your RCA product please visit www rca com customersupport TV Problems TV won t turn on e Press the TV button or ON OFF button while remote is in TV mode and there s a source of power to the outlet or outlet strip e Make sure the TV is plugged in e Does the power light on the front of the TV blink several times If so the TV is in its cool down cycle Wait 30 seconds If the TV doesn t turn on automatically after 30 seconds turn it on manually e Check the wall receptacle or extension cord to make sure it is live by plugging in something else e Something might be wrong with your remote control Press the POWER button on the front of the TV If the TV turns on check the remote control solutions on page 80 e When you first plug your TV into an outlet the Power LED on the front panel will light for approximately 15 seconds and then go off during the initialization of the TV The TV can only be turned on after the Power LED goes off This happens every time power is reapplied to the TV Power Light is blinking or flashing The power light serves as an indica
74. by the remote and which will be the default recording component when you press RECORD and STOP Only the 1394 components capable of 1394 recording will be displayed See page 60 for more details Notes Some IEEE 1394 components supply power to other components This TV does not supply power to other components The TV only outputs 1394 video and audio to a component which enforces copy protection measures Some components that do not support Digital Copy Protection may cause errors on the DTVLink connection if another source that supports Digital Copy Protected material is connected to the DTVLink Special Features Initial Channel and Initial Volume are two special features that are intended for commercial retail use only Initial Channel You can select the channel that your TV tunes to each time the TV is turned on or plugged in Initial Volume This features works only if the Initial Channel feature is set to On Select the volume level that you want when the TV is turned on Ethernet Setup If you have a NAT PAT component with DHCP capability router etc no setup is required The TV automatically sets itself up for Ethernet use If you do not have a NAT PAT router you may need to establish some settings in conjunction with your ISP Internet Service Provider before you can connect to the Internet See Ethernet connection on page 15 for more information A Reset All selection is provided for your convenience if you move the TV t
75. cement Off Low or High The default setting is Higb the picture should appear sharper with crisper edges If artifacts appear in the video change the setting to Low or Off Any change to this feature is applicable to all video inputs and does not affect the Picture Settings Chapter 4 65 Using the TV s Menu System T Edge Enhancement 3 Contrast Expand 5 Horizontal Position 6 Vertical Position Main Menu gt Picture Quality p Advanced Settings Antenna A Q or Low High A change in this screen is applied to all inputs Press 4 or to point to an option then press OK to select it Press 4 to return to the menu T Edge Enhancement 2 Green Stretch 5 Horizontal Position 6 Vertical Position Main Menu Picture Quality Advanced Settings Antenna A Q off O Low High A change in this screen is applied to all inputs Press 4 or to point to an option then press OK to select it Press 4 to return to the menu Y Edge Enhancement 2 Green Stretch 3 Contrast Expand 5 Horizontal Position 6 vertical Position Main Menu Picture Quality Advanced Settings Antenna A Advanced On oF Film Mode detects the frame rate at which a film or video source was recorded and adjusts the picture accordingly The Advanced setting recommended enables Film Mode only when it s likely to improve movie playback quality
76. channel e When you first turn off TV the screen fades from blue to black Once the screen goes black the TV s internal lamp starts its cool down cycle If you try to turn on the TV during the cool down cycle the power light on the front of the TV will blink to alert you that you need to wait when the cool down cycle is complete about 30 seconds the TV turns back on automatically e If you re trying to tune to a digital ATSC channel that you know exists you may need to disable the Digital Channel Info Go to the Main Menu press MENU choose Preferences press 7 choose Digital Cbannel Info press 8 If you re using the TV s Web Browser it times out automatically when idle for a period of time e If you re trying to play a 1394 Recording you may have accessed an unrecorded subchannel Press the CH or CH buttons to go through the subchannels before you get to the subchannel you recorded This occurs even when you ve selected to record only a specific subchannel because of how digital ATSC channels are broadcast and recorded by your 1394 device the data for the subchannel is recorded but not the content Unusual sound quality e Check the Graphic Equalizer SRS and Sound Logic settings Humming or buzzing noise e The TV is in its lamp cool down cycle To prolong the life of the TV s lamp system the TV must warm up and cool down properly You may notice additional noise during these cycles e Maybe the speakers are
77. ck programs by entering a password to unlock video or enter the password to edit the features in the Parental Controls menu By default the software inside your TV is turned off so if you don t want to use this feature you can just ignore it The options of the Parental Controls menu are Unlock Lock TV Video Input List Antenna A List Antenna B List USA V Chip Canada V Chip V Chip Unrated Front Button Block and Web Browser Block Lock Unlock TV Selecting this option lets you lock and unlock the parental controls and the TV using a password It also affects the channel lists If you select the Unlock option when watching TV you see the channels that have a check mark in the Unlocked List If you select Lock when watching TV you see the channels that are Viewable in the Zocked List If the TV is locked all channels can still be accessed by using the number buttons on the remote control but may not be viewed if they are blocked enter password to see program Notes When locking the TV you ll be asked to enter a password and then to re enter the password a second time to re confirm your password choice If you do not lock the TV none of the settings for V Chip channel block front panel block and web browser block take effect If you forget your password simultaneously press and hold the MENU OK button on the front panel and VOLUME down button on the remote for three seconds This resets the password only and unlock
78. creen CC CC displays information at any position on the screen It overlays the text on top of the picture as it is received Text Text displays information at one particular position such as the bottom third of the screen You cannot see the picture underneath the text You can choose between eight closed caption modes or sources e CCI and Text 1 are the primary caption and text services The captioning or text is displayed in the same language as the program s dialog e CC3 and Text 3 serve as the preferred data channels The captioning or text is often a secondary language translation simplified English or displayed at a slower rate e CC2 and CC4 and Text 2 and Text 4 are rarely available and broadcasters use them only in special conditions such as when CC1 and CC3 are not available or Text1 and Text3 are not available Chapter 4 73 Using the TV s Menu System T Caption Display 2 Analog Captions 7 Caption Priority 5 Caption Style Main Menu Preferences Closed Captioning Service 1 You can select a mode or source of closed captions for digital TV Service 2 programs Service 3 e If the Caption Priority feature is set Service 4 to Use the digital captions then the digital caption mode you select is Se 5 oe used for digital TV programs Service 6 Note Services 1 and 2 usually have the primary and secondary language captions for an area respectively Press
79. ction button o Ey MUTE GO BACK B C REVERSE PLAY FORWARD L lt Dd RECORD STOP O ANTENNA Tips The VCR DVD AUDIO and SAT CAB buttons also turn on most RCA GE and Proscan products Some remote buttons are used with the Web Browser and have different functions see page 59 for details The Buttons on the Remote Control Blue Action Button In the GUIDE Plus system activates features located in the Action bar on TV screen Green Action Button In the GUIDE Plus system activates features located in the Action bar on TV screen LIGHT lt gt Press to illuminate some of the remote control s buttons To conserve battery power the light turns off after several seconds Backlight won t activate if batteries are low but blinks on and off quickly 0 9 Number Buttons Enter channel numbers and time settings Also used in the GUIDE Plus system and in the TV menu to make selections ANTENNA Switches between Antenna A and Antenna B In the VCR mode functions as a TV VCR button In SAT mode functions as a TV SAT button Arrows up down left right Used to move through the on screen menus Also moves the PIP window see page 56 for more information AUDIO Places the remote in audio mode to operate a component such as a audio receiver or amplifier receiver that you ve programm
80. d Green when the TV is unlocked and Yellow when the TV is temporarily unlocked V chip program rating not the TV s rating set up in Parental Control menu Aspect ratio 4 3 or 16 9 original resolution of the broadcast not the resolution of the TV HD or SD For more information about aspect ratio and broadcast resolution go to page 2 42 Chapter 3 Using the TV s Features Digital or Analog TV Channels A single off air antenna can pick up both analog and digital channels Digital channels can be made up of primary channels and subchannels Note Subchannels sometimes called minor channels are channels associated with the Primary channel sometimes called the major channel A primary channel may have just one subchannel or multiple subchannels Primary Channel Leo wwww Listening to English in SRS FOCUS 9 OOD tI Rec amp MPAA Not Rated TV Button o PIP SWAP CH CTRL SKIP EY DOOD O SOUND FREEZE VCR PLUS LIGHT mb m ub 2 FORMAT INFO CLEAR Tip If a digital and analog channel have the same primary channel number tune to the analog channel by entering the analog channel number or entering the analog channel number and then a subchannel of 0 Tip Use the channel banner to determine whether a channel is digital or analog A digital ATSC channel has a dash and second number after it e g 21 1 an analog channel doesn t e g Ch 21 Subcha
81. d Proscan components The AUX button can be programmed to operate most brands of an additional remote controllable component satellite receiver cable box DVD VCR and audio Note The TV button can t be programmed on this remote to control any component it controls only this TV Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote To determine whether the universal remote needs to be programmed to operate one of the components connected to your TV such as a VCR do the following 1 Turn on the component in this example a VCR 2 Point the remote at the component 3 Press the corresponding component button in this example VCR 4 Press ONe OFF to see if the VCR responds If the VCR doesn t respond you need to program the remote to operate it Programming the Remote There are two ways to program the remote control to operate other components Direct Entry and Automatic Code Search Using Direct Entry 1 Turn on the component you want to operate VCR DVD player etc 2 Look up the brand and code number s for the component on the code list in this section 3 Press and hold the component button you want to program on the remote 4 Enter the 4 digit code from the remote control code list on the following pages If the indicator flashes you have either entered an invalid code or the button isn t programmable 5 Release the component button point remote at component and then press ONeOFF to see if the compon
82. d it ever be necessary The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage Limitation of Warranty e THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLED INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN BY THOMSON INC ITS AGENTS OR EMPOLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER THOMSON INC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE How State Law relates to warranty e Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you e This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state If you purchased
83. decode all 16 formats of digital television broadcasts and it can interpret digital cable signals because it includes the ability to decode QAM Quadrature Amplitude Modulation encoded programming Note A cable box may be necessary to view scrambled and or premium channels Contact your cable provider for more information TruScan Digital Reality Optimum picture performance occurs when the picture intended is the picture presented TruScan Digital Reality intelligent signal processing recognizes incoming video signals and progressively converts them to achieve optimum digital picture performance It also recognizes when original film sources have been modified and automatically converts the analog frame rate back to its original format to bring out the detail a process commonly referred to as reverse 3 2 pulldown User friendly Features Help You Personalize Your TV e You can customize your TV to fit your viewing taste and match the lighting where you watch TV by using Personal Presets and or the automatic picture quality settings Vibrant Natural and Cinematic You can adjust different Input Jacks to different settings and the TV will automatically adjust the picture accordingly e Help Text The elaborate on screen help describes your TV s features and explains how to use them e GUIDE Plus System The on screen programming guide helps you navigate through hundreds of channels so you can quickly see what s on and tune directly to
84. decoder or receiver DV3 3 ft DV6 6 ft Network Category 6 cables help you connect to a component with an ethernet jack High performance 500MHz Bandwith 5x bandwidth of standard Category 5 cable TP603N 3 ft TP607N 6 ft TP625N 25 ft This accessory is intended for use with an off air or cable TV signal distribution and is not suitable for distribution of the satellite signal originating from your satellite dish antenna Custom DLP HDTV Accessories To get the most out of your TV s web browser purchase the keyboard model KBR755TA1 Call 1 800 798 5875 or order on line at www rca com keyboard Replacement Lamp DVR10 AVHDD Audio Your DLP is equipped with Visual Hard Disk Drive a special lamp unit If you Connect to your TV s have sound no picture and DTVLink jack to record and the light on the front of the store digital CATSC TV blinks you need to programs change the lamp To order call 1 800 338 0376 part number 260962 84 Chapter 5 References _ 7 7z 2 K A 2Z ANT200 Total Merchandise Sales Tax We are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for each individual state country and locality to which the merchandise is being sent Shipping and Handling Total Amount Enclosed Use VISA MasterCard or Discover Card preferably Money order or check m
85. dio or variable volume audio e Fixed Output provides fixed level audio output from the TV This audio output is ideal for connecting to an A N receiver that has its own volume control e Variable Output provides variable level audio output Volume levels are controlled by the volume controls on the TV and TV remote control 3 If you want to use your TV as the Center Channel use speaker wire to connect the audio receivers CENTER SPEAKER OUTPUT to the TV s CENTER CHANNEL INPUT as shown on the opposite page e Switch INTERNAL SPEAKER SOURCE to EXT AMP 4 Use speaker wire to connect the Audio Video receiver to external front and rear speakers Refer to your audio receiver manual to complete speaker hookup to the receiver Caution DO NOT connect your audio video receiver s outputs or center channel output to the red and black EXTERNAL SPEAKERS OUTPUT on the TV Damage to the TV may result Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories 12 Chapter 1 Connections amp Setup Back of Right Rear Speaker Back of Right Front Speak DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT Back of Left Rear Speaker
86. down arrow button to see the menu options 44 Chapter 3 News Messages Promotions Schedule k gi 20 20 Fox 25 News at m Law amp Order gt Star Trek Voya gt 3 The West Wing lt j Star Trek Voyager eng Live Lincoln Cen Paul Taylor Guide Plus Baseball ILL XE a If you are highlighting a digital channel the channel label will include a subchannel such as CBS 4 08 Listings menu selection Action buttons L Sort News Messages Promotions Schedule gt Today 9 30pm 40 00pm Dog Crazy eve The Drew Carey Norm FOX Greed The Series a fu Star Trek Voyager ae E Live Lincoln Cen Paul Taylor JV Guide Plus Baseball FEATURES Law amp Order Star Trek Voya Network logos if available or labels Tip You can also record a currently tuned program by pressing VCR Plus without entering the GUIDE Plus system Using the TV s Features Listings The Listings appear each time you enter the GUIDE Plus system They display the current programming for each channel The current program of Antenna A is displayed in the video window Press the up and down arrow buttons on the remote to browse channel listings and the channel up and down buttons to page through the listings Use the right and left arrow buttons to browse future program listings Press the Green button to skip ahead 24 hours press the Blue button to go back 24 hours
87. e 66 EXTERNAL SPEAKERS terminals Fixed controls the volume through the audio video receiver Damage to TV may occur Variable controls the volume through TV 20 Chapter 1 CENTER CHANNEL INPUT INTERNAL SPEAKER SOURCE TV EXT AMP TV s CENTER CHANNEL INPUTS Caution Do not connect the A V receiver s CENTER CHANNEL output to the TV s EXTERNAL SPEAKERS terminals Damage to TV may occur VIDEO INPUT 1 VIDEO INPUT 3 AUDIO INPUT 3 Tips Inputs 3 4 can be used as either a component video Y P P input or a composite video V input The TV auto detects the connection with Y P P having highest priority PIP cannot be displayed from component YePbePr inputs Connections amp Setup CENTER SPEAKER INPUT INTERNAL SPEAKER SOURCE TV EXT AMP Switch TV Position Sound comes from TV s internal speakers EXT AMP Position Internal speakers are used for an external center channel When an external audio video receiver s center channel output is connected to the TV s center channel input center channel audio comes out of the TV s internal speakers e CENTER CHANNEL TERMINALS Connect the audio video receiver s center channel output to the TV s center channel input Switch the INTERNAL SPEAKER SOURCE to EXT AMP position VIDEO AUDIO INPUTS VIDEO INPUT 1 AUDIO INPUT 1 Connect an NTSC analog component e V VIDEO provides composite video connection and connector is usually ye
88. e Audio menu Feel free to explore the menu system If you re ever unsure where you are in the menu system look at the menu path at the top for example Main Menu Picture Quality or if you re just plain tired of exploring press CLEAR to remove the menus from the screen and start over again Menu Path Main Menu gt Preferences For an input to acquire the info put a checkmark next to it Antenna A Antenna B Bi DTvLink 1 394 If you are having difficulty tuning to a digital channel that you know exists what may help is to disable acqusition of Digital Channel Info However you should know that this T Closed Captioning 2 Screen Format 3 Record Ouput A Color Scheme will affect the acquisition of ratings program titles and channels names for digital channels It may also affect the ability to tune to the correct channel from the Guide for a Watch or Record timer for example Whenever possible you should set the Digital Channel Info to be acquired Disabling Digital Channel Information does not affect the acquisition of GUIDE Plus channel listings D translucency G Menu Language Digital Channel Info Use OK to add remove the check A check will acquire the Digital Ch Info for this input No check will not acquire it Highlighted Menu Selection Help Text Navigating the Menu System The first menu you see when you press the MENU button on the
89. e GUIDE Plus system starts testing another set of codes Keep following the previous instructions until the TV finds the correct code for the VCR Note If the GUIDE Plus system can t locate the correct code for the VCR a list of troubleshooting instructions appears to help you before you try again e Try VCR configuration again repeat VCR setup e Test alternate codes tests selected brands and if this fails the test continues with all codes in the system e Skip this step the GUIDE Plus system won t be able to automatically schedule programs to record on your VCR Step 4 Confirming Your Settings 1 Check to make sure all settings are complete and correct If all settings are complete highlight Yes end setup and press OK If your cable box and or VCR code testing failed you should see INCOMPLETE where the cable box and VCR codes are listed Once setup is complete additional screens appear Disregard the screen that tells you to refer to the Quick Setup sheet because all of the necessary information is in this User s Guide If any settings are incomplete or incorrect highlight No repeat setup process and press OK Follow the instructions on the screen Chapter 1 29 Connections amp Setup What to Expect GUIDE Plus System The next time you turn on your TV after setting up the GUIDE Plus system the guide will appear on the screen The following examples explain what you might see e f all of the
90. e Rating 7 V Chip Unrated 8 Front Button Block Q Web Browser Block 2 Video Input List Q Antenna B List 5 V Chip TV Rating 6 V Chip Movie Rating 7 V Chip Unrated 8 Front Button Block Q Web Browser Block Main Menu gt Parental Controls Unlocking the TV turns off the rating limits the Locked List and blocking features The Unlocked List will be used instead of the Locked List Do you want to unlock the TV Point to Yes and press OK to unlock the TV Point to No and press OK to cancel ves Warning Unlocking the TV turns off the rating limits the Locked List and blocking features Press OK to continue Main Menu Parental Controls Unlocked Locked List i All Channels Ant A All 0 0 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 6 to 0 999 1 1 1 mammaa a v Press OK to edit the Antenna A List Each channel can be added or deleted in the list and made blocked or viewable Parental Controls The Parental Controls menu allows you to program your TV so that children cannot see certain programs channels browser or use the buttons on the front of the TV The Parental Controls menu also involves software inside your TV referred to as V Chip which lets you program your TV so it won t display certain programs and movies based on violence sex or other content you may believe children should not view Once you block programs you or other adults can unblo
91. e TV is not connected to an audio receiver or amplifier and the volume is controlled by the TV e Variable Output Speakers Off This setting turns the TV s front speakers Off and allows variable output from the TV s Fixed Variable Audio Output jacks Use this setting if the TV is connected to an audio receiver or amplifier and the volume is controlled by the TV e Fixed Output Speakers Off This setting turns the TV s front speakers Off and provides fixed output from the TV s Fixed Variable Audio Output jack to a receiver or amplifier With the Fixed Output the TV s volume control graphic equalizer and mute are disabled This output is ideal when connecting to an audio receiver or amplifier that has its own remote control for controlling the volume Note If the Internal Speaker source switch on the back of the TV is set to EXT AMB it overrides any above setting of Speakers Off and allows the internal speakers to be used as a center speaker input Digital Audio Out Auto Select ML If you ve connected a six channel receiver to the TV s DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT mim Cesena A el S ROS ial cn utn jack with a digital optical cable you can receive Dolby Digital surround sound Zi Audio Language the TV If Dolby Digital is not available then a PCM signal is ERU LL MU if transmitted Choose the correct setting in the Digital Audio Out menu Choosing PCM will always send a PCM signal out of the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT TEED
92. e component s manual for 1394 network speed e The TV can t decode DV format of some camcorders but it can decode accept MPEG2 format from some camcorders Note The TV sends audio video through the 1394 jack labeled DTVLink only to a component that enforces video copy protection 16 Chapter 1 Connections amp Setup SPEAKER SELECT SURR FIXED VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT fi EXTERNAL SPEAKERS CENTER CHANNEL INPUT EXTERNAL AMPLIFIER INTE MAXIMUM POWER RATING 60 WATTS into 8 OHMS INTW R EXT e HD Set Top Box INPUT 5 DVI HDTV How to Connect TV Set top Box Using DVI HDTV Digital Visual Interface DVI D Connector DVI Cable not provided Digital Visual Interface is a specification created by the Digital Display Working Group to support analog and digital signals on a single interface This uncompressed digital video interface is becoming more prevalent and is expected to become widely used for digital display components The idea behind the connector is that it could eventually replace the 15 pin VGA connector in consumer electronic components There are three different DVI formats DVI A for analog signals DVI D for digital signals and DVI I for integrated signals both analog and digital Your TV has a DVI D forma
93. e for DVD and AUX buttons 3010 3021 Apex 3023 3024 Broksonic 3027 3075 Da or TE 3028 Denon 3029 3030 3031 Emerson 3032 3033 3076 Funai GE 3000 3034 3035 Como 3077 Hitachi 3009 3067 3068 3069 3070 orm 3003 3011 3078 AN 3071 Konka 3012 3013 O 3085 LASOMIC tiiat eai a aE AE AAA E 3087 Magnavox 3036 Memorex 3037 3038 3005 Onkyo Oritron Panasonic 3014 3042 POP EE 3004 3020 Pioneer 3006 3043 3044 3045 Proscan 3000 3046 COWESTAL 3047 RCA 3000 3002 3048 3079 3086 Samsung 3072 3073 3074 3080 3081 Sansui Sanyo 3015 3082 Sharp 3050 3052 3053 Sony 3007 3016 3017 3054 3055 3056 3083 Sylvania 3033 Teac 3057 Technics 3058 Toshiba 3008 3018 3059 3060 3061 Yamaha 3062 3063 3064 Zenith 3019 3065 3084 3022 3025 3026 3030 3066 3051 Audiovox Panasonic Chapter 2 39 Using the Remote Control DVD VCR Combo Codes DVD and AUX buttons can use DVD codes VCR and AUX buttons can use VCR codes Broksonic Emerson Go Video JVC RCA seas Samsung Sanyo Sony Zea PVR Codes Programmable for the VCR and AUX buttons PVR Replay Phillips Tivo Home Theat
94. ed to work with this button AUX Places the remote in auxiliary mode to operate a component such as a cable box satellite receiver VCR DVD or audio receiver that you ve programmed to work with this button AUX by default is set up for a second RCA VCR CH or CH Scrolls up or down through the channel or input list Press once to change the channel up or down press and hold to continue changing channels In the GUIDE Plus system and some menus scrolls a page at a time CH CTRL Channel control Toggles the channel control between the main TV picture and the PIP window Use channel up channel down INPUT component buttons or number buttons to change channels in PIP You can tell which picture changes by looking at the channel banner CH CTRL is marked by a triangle in the banner CLEAR Removes on screen menus and displays Cancels the commercial skip timer Quits the browser DVD Places the remote in DVD mode If Auto Tuning is enabled pressing the DVD button turns on the TV and tunes to the correct Video Input Channel FORMAT Toggles through the 4 3 video screen formats Normal Zoom and Stretch for some 4 3 signals not applicable to 16 9 signals In browser mode togeles through three different view sizes full size video video window on the left and video window on the right FREEZE Freezes entire screen including the main picture and PIP window if PIP is displayed Does not support all inputs Freezes RECO
95. ens because the data of all the subchannels is recorded but not the content only the content or complete signal for the specified subchannel is recorded e The program name channel track number DTVLink model name and elapsed time for 1394 recordings appear in the channel banner some information only available for AVHDD and not for DVCR To access the channel banner press INFO on the remote control Press the up down arrow buttons to scroll through the track numbers recordings in the channel banner For the different subchannels press the CH or CH In addition pressing the left arrow allows instant replay and pressing the right arrow skips ahead on an AVHDD Program Title AMOO 12 39 PM Subchannel 1 Track 1 10 DTVLink Model Name 16 9 Normal 1080i HD e DOD rec a MPAA Not Rated 00h 00m 00s of 00h 00m 00s e Todo a 1394 timer recording schedule it through the Record Wake Timer screen Once the timed recording is set up the TV automatically makes a timed 1394 recording if the channel is digital no matter what signal source is selected The recording takes place every day for the duration that is selected in the Record Wake menu Set up 1394 Recording Preferences To successfully record digital content via the 1394 DTVLink Input Output Jack you need to set up the 1394 Recording screen 1 Goto the 1394 Setup menu Main Menu gt Connections gt 1394 Setup AVHDD Model Pressing RECORD tunes to the device se
96. ent responds to the command If it doesn t try pressing the component button and then ONe OFF again e If you get no response repeat these steps using the next code listed for your brand until the component responds to the remote commands e If you try all the codes for your component brand and none work try the automatic code search method If automatic code search doesn t find the code the remote is not compatible with your component 34 Chapter 2 Using the Remote Control Using Automatic Code Search Note The AUX button can only search VCR codes but can be used for a non VCR device by programming it with direct entry method If Direct Entry does not work for your component try Auto Code Search The following instructions can be used to program the remote to operate IN each of your components If you want to stop the automatic code search without programming any of your components press and hold CLEAR Component m p until the indicator on the remote turns off buttons 1 Turn on the component you want to operate VCR DVD player etc 2 Press and hold the component button you want to program VCR DVD etc While holding the component button press and hold ONe OFF until the component button on the remote turns on then release both buttons Point the remote at the component 4 Press and release PLAY then wait 5 seconds or until the component button stops flashing At this point the remote is sea
97. es menu are Closed Captioning Screen Format Record Output Color Scheme Translucency Menu Language some models and Digital Channel Info Closed Captioning You may set the type of captioning displayed from the main tuner Captioning is not available from the PIP tuner Choices within the Closed Captioning menu are Caption Display Analog Captions Digital Captions Caption Priority and Caption Style Caption Display The Caption Display menu displays a choice list that lets you choose when closed captioning information is shown on the screen Input 5 DVI HDTV is not supported by Closed Captioning Closed Captioning On Captioning information is always shown when available Closed Captioning Off No captioning information is displayed On When Muted Captioning information is only shown when the TV s sound is muted when available To mute the sound press the MUTE button on the remote control and captioning information will appear on the screen if available Note If you turned off the speakers in the Audio menu Fixed Output Speakers Off Closed Captioning won t appear when you press the MUTE button on the remote even when you choose On When Muted Analog Captions You can select a closed caption mode which is the mode or source used for displaying captioning information for analog channels or digital channels if available The content of CC and Text are different you can select which one you want to see on the s
98. es with an NR rating Problems with 1394 Recording Playback Make sure the 1394 components are not looped See page 16 e If the network speed seems slow make sure the 1394 component that has the fastest speed is first at point of connection to TV Check component manual s for network speed See page 16 for more information e Make sure the program is digital ATSC or no recording will take place e Ifa program is not recorded it could be the 1394 component enforces copy protection standards e If you cannot find the program you recorded channel through the subchannels Chapter 5 81 References HDTV Specifications Tuning Capability Chanel TUNNE prosa ebbe iae NTSC ATSC 64 QAM 256 QAM Digital Cable Compatibility i i dardo dci 1394 DTVLink 64 QAM 256 PE v QAM DVI HDTV Component Video 3 2 Pull Down Film Mode bn rcr eed sre Reverse Diagonal 4 3 Format Control Screen Normal Zoom Stretch Adaptive Video Noise Reduction sssse Yes Adjustable Color Warmth ssesee e Yes Adjustable Picture Control cr nee eras Yes Auto Color Controlan Yes Auto Fleitas Yes Combi Filter cric ii iia lr roe td Digital Frame Comb 3D Y C Contrast Expand esset EErEE E eate dr epe eta Off Low High Optimum Contrast High Resolution Screen eee Yes Edge Replacement 5e tr rm uice R ea nn ec eua Off Low High Green BOOST ont do Off Low High Horizontal Resolution Picture Width 1280 Horizonta
99. far e Ges aga box and or VCR You must first set up the GUIDE Plus system in order Bald to view this on screen program guide see Chapter 1 for details O news Messages Promotions Schede E 9 00pm 2 i There are six sections of the GUIDE Plus system The Drew Carey Norm FOX Greed The Series e A video window e Blue and Green Action buttons at the top of the screen Star Tek Voya e Program information dLive tincoln Cen Paur raylor y Baseball D e Promotional information SSIES EEE e Channel listings Promotional Menu e Menu options Listings Sort News Messages Promotions Schedule Information Channel Listings options Channels Setup Notes If you have cable and air signals connect cable to Antenna Tips A If you have air signal only connect it to Antenna A Antenna A is where the GUIDE Plus system gets its Listings The GUIDE Plus system automatically comes up when Whenever the GUIDE Plus system is activated in the TV the last you use the TV or ON OFF button on the remote to B turn on the TV You can turn off this feature by viewed channel of Antenna A appears in the video window selecting Setup from the GUIDE Plus menu options The GUIDE Plus system screens illustrated in this book are selecting Options then setting Auto Display to Off representations of what you are likely to see Not all channels programs and GUIDE Plus information depicted will be available in you
100. g Screen Format 3 Record Output Z Color Scheme 5 Translucency 6 Menu Language 7 Digital Channel Info 8 Lamp Power Main Menu Preferences O Normal O Stretch E A picture with a 4 3 aspectratil can be displayed on a 16 9 wide screen TV in one of three ways Screen Format can also be changed from the remote or keyboard with the FORMAT key E The Screen Format of some f signal sources can t be change Select Normal for 4 3 images to retain their width and Zoom height Side panels will appear at the left and right sides Digital Captions You can select a closed caption service mode 1 6 for digital channels The service modes support MPEG 2 based transport sources such as DTVLink Service 1 and Service 2 are the primary and secondary languages respectively Service 3 and Service 4 5 6 are additional caption sources that may be available Specific label names may be displayed e g Spanish instead of a generic label e g Service 1 if available Caption Priority You can choose whether the TV uses digital or analog captions for digital TV programs that have both or either If you select analog on digital captions and they are available for a digital TV program the CC icon in the banner lights The captions are displayed if turned on in Caption Display Caption Style Customize closed captioning for the digital captions by choosing the settings for the fol
101. g displayed automatically each time you turn on the TV Promotions and Advertising l To find out more information about a program advertisement or special ME M AER 1 use the left arrow button to highlight the channel listing or promotional channet information box Press INFO for more information eve The Drew Carey Norm FOX Greed The Series Fox 25 News at act You can view a list of all advertisements and promotions by selecting EVES Promotions from the menu bar Star Trek Voya V 4 e Live Lincoln Cen Paul Taylor r 4Baseball JV cuidePlue LNP an Chera Sphere Promotional Information Chapter 3 47 Using the TV s Features 2 Video Input List 3 Antenna A List Z Antenna B List 5 V Chip TV Rating 6 V Chip Movie Rating 7 V Chip Unrated B Front Button Block O Web Browser Block Main Menu Parental Controls aaa Locking the TV puts into effect all of the rating limits the Locked List and blocking features that you have set up in the Parental Controls menu In order to lock the TV enter the four digit password you would like to use Locking the TV puts into effect the rating limits the Locked List and blocking features Press OK to continue Tip You must lock the to be enforced TV for the parental controls settings 2 Video Input List 3 Antenna A List A Antenna B List 5 V Chip TV Rating 6 VChip Movi
102. ge to B ocked Notes Broadcasters are not required to provide content themes or age based ratings You must remember to lock the TV for rating limits to take effect Chapter 3 51 Using the TV s Features Viewing Specific Content Themes If you block specific content themes you have the option of going back and changing some of the content themes back to V Viewable 1 Determine the content themes you want to change to V Viewable Content Themes 2 Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight the age based rating whose content theme you want to change to Viewable Sexually explicit dialogue 3 Press the OK button to change its status back to V Your child would then be able to watch programs with TV 14 adult language content L Adult language S but not programs with TV PG or TV MA language content Note Only the content theme status corresponding to TV 14 y L language changes to V View Higher rated content themes such as that for TV MA language do not change V Chip Movie Rating Limit You set movie MPAA rating limits by blocking movies rated above a specified rating How to block movie ratings and view movie ratings is Main Menu gt Parental Controls USA V Chip The V Chip MPAA movie rating limits are set in this screen The TV must be locked for the rating limits to be enforced Y V chip TV Rating V Chip Movie Rating Rating Status x mm explained in the next two sections wciz SEM amp
103. gram s audio track and limit volume excursions to a minimum and maximum volume range from the current volume setting Acting like a dynamic range limiter it compresses the dynamic range to limit sudden volume increases for example the sudden increase in volume you sometimes hear when a commercial starts A change in this screen is applied to all inputs Press 4 or to point to an option then press OK to select it Press 4 to return to the menu Main Menu gt Audio Default Audio Language Currently Playing Audio Language 2 Audio Processor 3 Sound Logic A Audio Language 7 Fixed Variable Out g Digital Audio Out T Equalizer Presets English None Available Spantsn changeAucion 2 Audio Processor Os cS TEES French The number of Audio Languages avallable 3 g O German for the current program is 1 If the Default Audio Language is available Italian then it will be heard otherwise the language Japanese listed above is heard Use the button above to change the current program s audio Korean Audio Language is only available for r digital TV ATSC programs 7 Fixed Variable Out O Chinese vishal Audio Our A change in this screen is applied to all inputs Press OK to change the Currently Playing Audio Language if more than one is available Main Menu Audio O sar off T Equalizer Presets O sar on SAP stands for Second Audio Program Whe
104. gs lets you adjust aspects of the picture you are viewing Press OK to adjust the picture settings T Picture Settings 7 Color Warmth 5 Noise Reduction 6 Advanced Settings 7 Reset Controls Main Menu Picture Quality Q Vibrant Natural Cinematic Personal A change in this screen is applied to Input 3 The vibrant picture presets are Color Warmth Cool 55 68 50 40 Contrast Color Tint Black Level Press 4 or to point to an option then press OK to select it Press 4 to return to the menu Menu System Picture Quality Menu The Picture Quality menu contains menus to configure video settings Picture Settings Picture Presets Auto Color Color Warmth Noise Reduction Advanced Settings and Reset Controls Each one is described below To access the Picture Quality menu 1 Press MENU on the remote control the Main Menu appears 2 Press 2 The Picture Quality options appear Each is described below Note When making Picture Quality changes digital inputs Input5 digital TV on Antenna A B DTVLink 1394 are all adjusted together Also Antenna A B inputs for analog TV are adjusted together Picture Quality settings for Inputs 1 through 4 and front inputs are set independently Picture Settings The Picture Settings menu displays five slider controls for adjusting the way the picture looks Your options under the Picture Settings menu are e Contrast Difference
105. have this setup Signal Source The Signal Source menu allows you to choose the source from which you would like the signal to come Antenna A Antenna B or Video Inputs The same can be accomplished using the component buttons if you ve set up Auto Tuning on the remote or the INPUT button But if you misplace the remote this feature gives you another way to tune to a signal source Signal Type The Signal Type screen lets you choose whether you are receiving a signal from cable TV or an off air antenna for Ant A or Ant B When you run a Full Searcb in Channel Search the TV automatically detects your signal and you don t have to specify it here However if you decide to change the source you can use the Signal Type screen Changing the source on Antenna A may mean that you will have to make changes to your GUIDE Plus Setup settings Chapter 4 71 Using the TV s Menu System T Antenna Info 2 Channel Search 3 Software Upgrade A Signal Source 5 Signal Type 7 1394 Setup B Special Features Ethernet Setup Main Menu Connections Select which input or channel should be automatically tuned when a button listed below is pressed on the remote control VCR VCR2 Aux default DVD SAT CABLE Satellite or Cable Box Tip If you indicated in GUIDE Plus Setup that you have a cable box set the Auto Tuning for SAT CABLE to Not Connected Press OK to select the channel or input that is tuned
106. hich is not fully compliant with IEC958 may not be compatible with the Dolby Digital bitstream Such a connection using anything other than a Dolby Digital AC 3 or PCM receiver or decoder could create a high noise level causing damage to headphones or speakers Ethernet Jack and Cable This jack is used to connect a router cable modem or DSL Digital Subscriber Line unit with a CAT 5 ethernet cable not provided It is recommended that you only connect a router to this jack although you could connect a DSL cable modem directly DTVLink Certification Logo is a U S registered mark of CEA FireWire is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc registered in the U S and other countries 18 Chapter 1 Component Jacks S Video Jack N 9090 V L R Audio Video Jacks O SF A E fA o RF Jack Connections amp Setup Component Video Y PbePr Jacks and Cables The Y Pb Pr jacks allow you to connect a component such as a DVD player This connection provides excellent picture quality because the video is separated into three signals To ensure maximum picture quality use three video grade cables for the connection Note Also remember to connect the left and right audio cables because the YePbePr cables carry only the picture signal not the sound S Video Jacks and Cables The S Video separate video jacks provide better picture quality than the regular video jacks because the color chrominance also cal
107. icture Settings D Picture Presets 4 Color Warmth 5 Noise Reduction 6 Advanced Settings Reset Controls Main Menu Picture Quality Reset Controls will change all Picture Quality settings back to their initial values except for Horizontal and Vertical Position settings The settings for digital source inputs Input 5 digital TV DTVLink operate and are reset as one The settings for analog TV from both antennas operate and are reset as one Inputs 1 4 and the Front Input operate and are reset independently SVM and Film Mode apply to all inputs and are reset across all inputs Select Reset to continue or select Cancel m Gin Press 4 or to point to an option then press OK to select it Press 4 to return to the menu T GUIDE Plus Menu 2 Picture Quality 5 Parental Controls 6 Connections 7 Preferences B Assisted Setup O Web Browser The Audio menu has screens for setting the audio features and for tweaking the sound Equalizer Presets Select a preset or adjust the equalizer Audio Processor Choose the way for programs to sound Sound Logic Turn it on to minimize variations in volume Audio Language Select a default or a current audio track SAP Turn on SAP to hear a different audio track Balance Shift the audio between the left and right speakers Fixed Variable Out Choose output for an amp or receiver Digital Audio Out Choose either
108. ight away it fades from blue to black In case you accidentally turn off the TV you can still turn it on while the screen is blue Once the screen goes black the lamp s cool down cycle begins you may hear a slight humming noise as the lamp cools down If you try to turn on the TV during the cool down cycle the power light on the front of the TV will blink to alert you that you need to wait when the cool down cycle is complete about 30 seconds the TV turns back on automatically Next Steps Now that you ve finished the Assisted Setup youre ready to watch TV This might be a good time to program your remote control The remote control that came with this TV can be programmed to operate other components Go to the next chapter to find out how to program your remote Chapter 2 Using the Remote Control e Chapter 3 Using the TV s Features Chapter 4 Using the TV s Menu System e Chapter 5 Reference 30 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Using the Remote Control Overview e The Buttons on the Remote Control e Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components e How To Use the Remote After You ve Programmed It e Volume Punchthrough Feature e Remote Code List Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only 31 Using the Remote Control 9 PIP SWAP CH CTRL SKIP SOUND FREEZE VCR PLUS LIGHT um ER BP FORMAT INFO CLEAR Green action button Blue a
109. is tuned when the VCR key is pressed on the remote Gm Gm X With the Auto Tuning feature you can set up the TV to tune to the channel you want to watch by pressing that component s button Auto Tuning for the TV button cannot be set Using the TV s Features Front Button Block Selecting this option lets you block disable or unblock enable the TV s front buttons The remote still tunes to any channel Front Panel Block can e Keep children from watching TV when the parent is not present e Keep young children from playing with the buttons on the TV When using this as a Parental Control method you should remove access to any remote that is capable of operating the television Don t forget to lock the TV after you select Blocked If you do not the front panel block will not take effect Note If power to the TV is lost for an extended period the buttons become unblocked Blocking the front buttons does not disable the front input Web Browser Block Selecting this option lets you decide if the web browser can be accessed Block Web Browser Need a password to view web content when TV is locked View Web Browser Web browser is accessible without a password when TV is locked Make sure the TV is locked If you do not Web Browser Block will not block browser access even if you set Block Web Browser Auto Tuning Feature The way you set up the Auto Tuning feature in the TV s menu corresponds to the
110. istings GUIDE Plus system 45 Locating remote sensor 23 Logo channel 42 M Main Menu 62 MENU button 24 33 62 Menu controls 62 Action buttons 63 Choice fields 63 Choice lists 63 Numeric entries 63 Sliders 63 Menu language 26 76 Menus 62 Audio 66 Connections 70 GUIDE Plus system 44 GUIDE Plus system setup 26 Moving through 62 Picture Quality 64 Preferences 73 Time 70 Messages menu GUIDE Plus system 46 Modes remote control 35 Mono 67 Mute button 33 Mute closed captioning 73 N Natural picture setting 64 NetConnect 3 Network connections 9 Index News menu 46 Noise reduction 65 Normal screen format 74 Number buttons 32 Numeric entries 63 O OK button 24 33 ONeOFF button 33 On screen help 62 On screen help text 62 Optical cable 18 Order form Accessory 85 Output RECORD 22 OUTPUTS Audio 20 Overheating 8 P Parental controls 48 Channel lists 48 Editing channels 49 Lock unlock 48 Parental controls icon 42 Password v chip 81 PAUSE button 33 PCM 12 69 PCM receiver 12 Personal picture setting 64 Personal presets 2 64 Picture quality menu 64 Auto color 65 Color warmth 65 Noise reduction 65 Picture presets 64 Picture settings 64 Reset controls 66 SVM 66 Picture settings 64 Picture in Picture 56 PIP Picture in Picture Buttons 33 56 Channel control 32 Operation 56 Problems 57 Using 57 PIP button 33 PLAY button 33 POWER button 24 Power surges 8 Preference
111. l Viewing Angle Alpha H sse 85 Hybrid Lens System 2 rette ta Yes Integrated Shield isses tad Yes Picture PLESSIS usadas Vibrant Natural Cinematic dni Personal Light Engine Type miii las DLP Light Engine Picture Screen Pitchiz eie ret uber eh n roten nde Screen 155mm Scan RATE CONVE yeo ia dad de DN aeter ten oA Yes Smart Lamp Syste sarna Yes Vertical Viewing Angle Alpha V sse 40 Wide Band Video Amplifier sss Yes Sound Audio Power Watts Front Speakers sseeeeee 15 Watts Channel Balance Controlan aaa Yes Broadcast Stereo w dbx Noise Reduction sssss Yes sound Presion 7 plus Personal Front SpeakefS C 2 Mid Tweeter Pass Rad Fully Enclosed Speaker System sse Yes Graphic Equalizer metia en ee ties ganas 7 band 1 dbx is a registered trademark of Carillon Electronics Corporation Specifications are subject to change 82 Chapter 5 References Matrix Surround Sound u cerit torte nga Yes Second Audio Program SAP ssssssssssees Yes Sound Logic Audio Leveler nsiro Yes SRS Labs TruSurround siscssasesese uydin aoni Yes SRS Labs FOCUS i cete deca cn eap eese un ske Yes Convenience Web BIO WS Yes Auto Channel Search Full and Quick ssec Yes Multilingual On screen Display s English French Spanish Auto TUNING NN chs egy sera dopo asen Yes Closed Captioning 53ntso dadas Analog amp Digital Front Butto
112. l number 0 OCOD E1 Rec amp MPAA Not Rated Channel contro Unrated Antenna A Air indicator PIP channel number Using the PIP Feature The PIP feature is only available for analog NTSC channels PIP won t work when tuned to a digital ATSC channel Use the channel banner to determine whether a channel is digital or analog A digital ATSC channel has a dash and second number after it e g 21 1 an analog channel doesn t e g Ch 21 While you may use PIP in different ways this basic PIP scenario should get you started When watching an analog channel follow these steps T Press the PIP button on the remote control The PIP window appears on the screen and Channel Control is automatically set to the PIP window Use the channel up and down or number buttons to change the PIP channel To change the program in the main picture window press CH CTRL Then use the channel up and down or number buttons To go back and forth between controlling the PIP window and the main picture press the CH CTRL button PIP Problems If you are channel surfing and the PIP disappears you may have tuned to a digital channel To view PIP and the main picture make sure that both the main and PIP channels are analog inputs or signals Continue changing the channel until you find an analog NTSC format channel The PIP window will reappear Program Title Acquiring Channel AEB 12 39PM Ifyou press PIP and the PIP window is gr
113. l you find the input associated with the component such as VCR or DVD player you want to view Once you find the input source you want stop pressing INPUT e If you tune to INPUT 1 and your VCR is connected to that input you will be able to view your VCR To play stop or rewind the VCR tape using the remote that came with your TV you must first press the VCR or AUX button Cif AUX is programmed to VCR to put the remote control in VCR mode There are other ways of selecting a Video Input Channel Program the component VCR DVD etc buttons on the remote control to automatically tune to the correct Video Input Channel when pressed For more details on Auto Tuning see Chapter 3 When viewing an input press ANTENNA GO BACK or INPUT to go back to viewing channels or use the number buttons to enter the channel number 38 Chapter 2 Using the Remote Control Remote Code List Audio Codes Programmable for the AUDIO and AUX buttons AUX Dimensia Lyra Wireless RA E 4004 Audio Cassette GE 4006 ROA 4006 CD Players ADC usd i di 4055 4056 4066 4049 4057 Denon Emerson 4040 Fisher 4041 4063 4064 GE 4007 4065 Hitachi Kenwood 4044 4067 4068 Luxman 4069 Marantz 4046 MGS 4070 Mitsubishi 4071 4072 Panasonic Pioneer RCA Sears Toshiba Yamaha
114. lease the AUDIO button since the sound will be coming from the audio video receiver Release the VOL button 6 Now test it by turning on your audio receiver or amplifier 7 Turn on the component that is connected to the audio video receiver or amplifier a DVD player for example 8 Put the TV s remote in DVD mode by pressing the DVD button and play a disc 9 Press VOL or VOL The volume from the audio receiver should increase or decrease accordingly Deleting ALL Volume Punchthrough Commands To delete all programmed Volume Punchthrough settings and return the remote control back to the factory defaults press and hold the VOL button the component button of the Volume Punchthrough lights While holding the VOL button enter the code 000 using the number buttons All component buttons turn on for 2 seconds and then turn off The remote returns to the factory settings Note If an invalid button is pressed all component buttons blink 4 times and turn off At this point you must start over Chapter 2 37 Using the Remote Control Input source Acquiring Channel MUERAN 12 39 PM Front Input DVD Listening to English in SRS FOCUS 4 3 Normal 480i SD DDD fT Rec MPAA Not Rated Note Watch the Channel Banner to see the input sources change each time you press the INPUT button Using the INPUT Button 1 Repeatedly press the INPUT button to scroll through the available input sources unti
115. lected above If more than one IEEE 1394 recorder is connected you can select which one will record a digital channel when RECORD is pressed on the TV remote You can also select if the TV should Auto Tune to that input when RECORD is pressed The device can respond to RECORD and STOP commands even if the TV is not tuned to that device s input on the TV Go Back 2 Highlight 7394 Recording and press the OK button only 1394 components that are capable of recording appear If you have more than one 1394 recording component you need to pick the 1394 default recording component i e the component which records when you press RECORD on the remote or set up a Record Wake Timer DTVLink Connect Select a default recording preference Record all subchannels May exceed a DVCR s bitrate O Record only currently tuned subchannel Saves space when recording to a hard disk drive HDD playback on a digital VCR or from HDD to another TV may require changing subchannels to view the recorded one Press 4 or w to point to an option then press OK to select it Press 4 to return to the menu 3 If you have an AVHDD connected put a check in the box for auto tuning because auto tuning lets you see the digital channel being recorded and you can use instant replay pause etc Note If you don t check the auto tuning box pressing RECORD will only start recording it doesn t switch
116. led chroma part of the signal is separated from the black and white luminance part of the picture If a component you re connecting to your TV like a DVD player has an S VIDEO jack and composite video connect the component to the TV with an S Video cable not provided for a better quality picture Note Remember to connect the left and right audio cables because the S Video cable carries only the picture signal not the sound Composite Audio Video Jacks and Cables RCA type These jacks are used for most audio video connections between components The audio video jacks are often color coded yellow for video red for right audio and white for left audio This is also called composite video Note If your component has only one output for audio mono connect it to the left white L Mono audio jack on the TV and don t connect the right red audio part of the cable RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F type RF jacks are primarily used for reception of off air broadcasts and cable signals possibly older VCRs or cable boxes The RF and coaxial jacks on the TV are labeled ANTENNA A INPUT and ANTENNA B INPUT Chapter 1 19 Connections amp Setup Back of the TV The diagrams below illustrate jacks found on the back of the TV When connecting cables be sure to connect corresponding outputs and inputs video in to video out right audio in to right audio out etc FIXED VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT CENTER CHANNEL INPUT EX
117. llow e L MONO AUDIO provides left audio connection and connector is usually white Note If your component has only one output for audio mono connect it to the left white L Mono audio jack on the TV and don t connect the right audio part of the cable RAUDIO provides right audio connection and connector is usually red e S VIDEO lets you connect an S Video cable for better video quality picture to a component with S Video capability such as a VCR or DVD player When using S Video make sure to connect the two audio cables as well as the S Video connector VIDEO INPUT 2 AUDIO INPUT 2 Provides connection to a second NTSC analog video component such as a VCR The jacks are as described for INPUT 1 VIDEO INPUT 3 AUDIO INPUT 3 Connect an optional component Y P P video source such as a DVD player or satellite receiver Note that it is essential to match the color coded connectors between a compatible component and the TV e AUDIO R L MONO The audio jacks provide stereo sound When connected audio volume from the main front and rear speakers are variable e V VIDEO provides composite video connection and connector is usually yellow e YP P Unlike a single video input component video maintains the video signal as three separate parts through these three jacks To ensure maximum picture quality use three video grade cables for the Y P P connections Accepts 480i 480p 10801 signals Has priority over V connection VI
118. lock age based ratings you have the option of changing some 1 Determine which blocked rating you want to view 2 Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight the rating with a General Audience status of Blocked Y Directed to Children 7 years 3 Press the OK button to select Viewable and older Notes The content status fields corresponding to the unblocked LY All Children rating become Viewable as well They and the age based rating status are the only fields that automatically change back to Viewable when you complete this process You must remember to lock the TV for rating limits to take effect Blocking Specific Content Themes You can block programs based on their content When you block a content theme for a particular rating you automatically block that content theme for higher rated programs as well For example if you do not want your child to watch programs that have adult language L rated TV PG or higher then you could block out all programming TV PG and above containing adult language To block program content 1 Determine the lowest level of content you don t want the child to watch 2 Use the up and down arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the age based ratings that correspond with the lowest content you do not want the child to watch In the example above you would highlight TV PG 3 Press the OK button to change content status from V Viewable to B Blocked All higher ratings content themes chan
119. lowing options Caption Size is the font size Standard Large Small of the text characters Caption Font is a complete assortment of letters numbers punctuation marks etc of a given font design You have eight fonts with varying styles of spacing from which to choose Note A preview graphic of the caption font appears on the right of the screen Caption Color allows you to choose the font color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta and Cyan Background Color allows you to choose the background color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta and Cyan Background Opacity allows you to change the see through options Solid Transparent Translucent and Flashing Solid is the default setting Caption Opacity allows you to change the see through options Solid Transparent Translucent and Flashing Screen Format The Screen Format feature allows you to change how the image of a 4 3 picture is displayed on your 16 9 screen The options are Normal Zoom or Stretch If your TV receives an image with a 4 3 aspect ratio the image can be displayed in one of three ways Normal The image of a 4 3 video signal is centered with black bars on the right and left sides of the screen 74 Chapter 4 Using the TV s Menu System Stretch The image of a 4 3 video signal is stretched horizontally by approximately 33 while the vertical size stays the same Zoom The image of a 4 3 video signal increases by approxima
120. moves the highlight up in the menu and adjusts menu controls CH Scans down through the channel list In the menu system it moves the highlight down in the menu and adjusts menu controls VOL4 Decreases the volume In the menu system it moves the highlight left to items and adjusts menu controls VOL Increases the volume In the menu system it moves the highlight right to items and adjusts menu controls UJ Power Turns the TV on and off The indicator light provides status of the TV and the DLP lamp See chart above 24 Chapter 1 Connections amp Setup Plug in the TV Plug the flat end of the cable into the power jack on the back of the TV Then plug the other end of the power cord into an appropriate wall outlet Be sure to insert the plug completely Do not plug into an outlet controlled by a light switch Note When you first plug your TV into an outlet the Power indicator on the front panel will light for approximately 15 seconds and then go off during the initialization of the TV The TV can only be turned on after the Power indicator goes off This happens every time power is reapplied to the TV Put Batteries in the Remote e Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the remote by pushing down on the tab and lifting cover e Insert 2 fresh AA batteries Make sure the polarities and are aligned correctly e Replace the cover Turn on the TV Press TV on the remote or press POWER
121. n Block miran amr ten ici Yes Commercial Skip e emet terere eerta dns Yes Parental Control with USA amp Canada V Chip Yes Picture Reset zn eo aid Yes in Menu Picture in Picture PIP essen Analog on Analog Picture Memory Presets for Video Inputs eccere Yes Individual Memory GUIDE Plus System with Digital Channels Yes One Touch VCR Record w GUIDE Plus System Yes Picture in GUIDE Plus SYSTEM ur nininini ii Yes Clock Time Sleep and Wake up Timers Yes Front Panel Stereo Headphone Jack accetti cts 3 5mm Stereo Mini jack Front A V Input neto e Pe d tor abere eret Composite with S Video Back Panel Inputs Outputs Composite A V Inputs with Autodetect S Videos 2 sets Component with composite audio video inputs 2 Y PrPb RCA Jacks TEE SYNCHROSCAN Antenna Cable Inputs ice cece ere erent 2 RF DVI HDTV Input with Audio Inputs wo eee 1 Broadband Connection Ethernet RJ 5 ccecce 1 DTVEIink IEEE 1394 cic steses epreieskesttpaseo seating p iras 2 Record Output Composite with Audio ee 1 Digital Audio Output 5 o ntt e tad 1 External Speaker Terminals sse Yes Fixed or Variable Audio Outputs sse 1 set menu switchable External Center Channel INPUT arrisera 60 Watt Input GUNK MEI Vo Yes Chapter 5 83 References Accessory Information The following accessories are av
122. n Format 3 Record Output A Color Scheme 5 translucency 7 Digital Channel Info 8 Lamp Power English Main Menu Preferences Highlight with the and arrows Select with the OK butto Note Menu Language only affects the menus not the GUIDE Espanol Resalte con las flechas 4 y Seleccione con el bot n OK Nota Idioma de los Men s afecta s lo los men s no la GUA Franais Mise en surbrillance avec 4 et v Slection avec OK Nota Menu des langues pour les menus non pour le GUIDI Press or to point to an option then press OK to select it Press to return to the menu T Closed Captioning 2 Screen Format 3 Record Output Z Color Scheme 5 Translucency 6 Menu Language Digital Channel Info B Lamp Power Main Menu Preferences For an input to acquire the info put a checkmark next to it Antenna A Antenna B Bil DTVLink 1394 If you are having difficulty tuning to a digital channel that you know exists what may help is to disable acqusition of Digital Channel Info However you should know that this will affect the acquisition of ratings program titles and channels names for digital channels It may also affect the ability to tune to the correct channel from the Guide for a Watch or Record timer for example Whenever possible you should set the Digital Channel Info to be acquired Disabling Digital Channel Information does not affect the acqui
123. n SAP is available for a program the SAP icon in the channel banner will light up SAP content can be another language descriptions for the visually impaired or audio not related to the program for example music or news If you set SAP On and SAP is available for a program you will hear SAP for any channel where it is available SAP is only available for analog NTSC programs A change in this screen is applied to all inputs Press 4 or to point to an option then press OK to select it Press 4 to return to the menu Sound Logic Monitors a program s audio track and limits volume excursions to a minimum and maximum volume range from current volume setting Acting like a dynamic range limiter it compresses the dynamic range to limit suggested volume increases for example the sudden increase in volume you sometimes hear when a commercial starts Choose Sound Logic On or Sound Logic Off depending on your preference Audio Language The Audio Language menu lets you choose the default audio language you want to hear for ATSC digital TV programs If the Audio Language icon f in the banner lights it means there is more than one audio language or audio format Dolby Digital DTS etc available The system automatically sets the audio program to the default audio language when the channel you are viewing is a digital terrestrial channel and the specified language is available for that program
124. n Vibrant lighting you can choose Vibrant watch the show and then afterwards return to your customized settings by choosing Personal Picture Preset 64 Chapter 4 Using the TV s Menu System T Picture Settings 2 Picture Presets A Color Warmth 5 Noise Reduction 6 Advanced Settings 7 Reset Controls Main Menu Picture Quality Auto Color On O Auto Color Off When Auto Color is set to On it minimizes flesh tone variations A change in this screen is applied to Input 2 Press 4 or to point to an option then press OK to select it Press 4 to return to the menu Y Picture Settings 2 Picture Presets 4 Color Warmth 5 Noise Reduction 6 Advanced Settings 7 Reset Controls Main Menu gt Picture Quality Q Cool Normal Warm Color Warmth automatically adjusts the temperature of the picture Cool gives a more blue pallete of picture colors Warm gives a more red pallete of picture colors Note Selecting a new Picture Preset except for Personal presets may also change your Color Warmth setting A change in this screen is applied to Input 2 Press 4 or y to point to an option then press OK to select it Press to return to the menu Go Back Picture Settings Picture Presets Auto Color Color Warmth Advanced Settings Reset Controls Main Menu gt Picture Quality Frame Comb Adaptive
125. n should be reserved as a last resort because you may not receive important program guide information You can elect to receive or not receive Digital Channel Info for Antenna A Antenna B and DTVLink 1394 independently A new Quick Channel Search will occur for Antenna A and Antenna B when changing its Digital Cbannel Info setting Notes When the TV is locked and you try to access the Digital Channel Info screen the Password Entry screen appears enter the password Disabling Digital Channel Info for an input source does not affect the acquisition of GUIDE Plus channel listings Channels remain blocked or viewable in the Parental Control feature regardless of the Digital Channel Info setting although the channels may appear to have changed Lamp Power Your HDTV is equipped with a special lamp system Eventually the lamp like a light bulb will need to be replaced The Lamp Power menu enables you to extend the life of the lamp choose Longer Life or provide the brightest possible picture and keep the lamp at its normal operating duration choose Brighter Picture 76 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Reference Chapter Overview e Troubleshooting e Specifications e Accessory Information e Limited Warranty e Care and Cleaning e FCC Information e Index Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only 77 References Troubleshooting Most problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected
126. na A and the PIP picture from Antenna B However inputs can use PIP regardless if Antenna A or B is used for the main or PIP picture You will only be able to use the PIP window and main picture with analog channels PIP Buttons PIP buttons There are certain remote buttons that control the way the PIP window SOUND FREEZE VORPTUS LIGHT works FORMAT INFO PIP Brings up the PIP window Press PIP again to remove the window A Arrows Let you move the PIP window to different areas of the screen Arrow buttons SWAP Switches the video from the PIP window to the main picture FREEZE Freezes entire screen including the main picture and PIP window if PIP is displayed Does not support all inputs CH CTRL Channel Control Lets you switch channel control between the PIP window and the main picture To determine whether you are Tip controlling the PIP or the main picture look at the channel banner as you i change channels or press INFO button The triangular indicator gt beside If you want to go directly to an input or channel in PIP dischi 1 ber let la hich pi lli ith or main set up auto tuning ahd press the component e channel number lets you know which picture you re controlling wi button channel up down number buttons etc 56 Chapter 3 Using the TV s Features Program Title Acquiring Channel EO STEPS 12 39 PM Main picture ANITA Antenna A Air Listening to English in SRS FOCUS 4 3 Normal 480i SD channe
127. na ATSE eae E inire LAM ad eee that Unrated and Exempt TV programs may include news sports A Antenna B List programs emergency bulletins public announcements n END programs without rage the Move tating A political religious local and weather programs emergency bulletins Exempt E 6 Canada VChip public announcements and programs without ratings the movie rating N The TV must be locked for the V Chip Unrated feature to be V Chip Unrated enforced A and the TV rating None and the Canadian rating of Exempt Front Button Block Unrated programming can either be blocked or viewable when O Web Browser Block the TV is locked Press OK to continue Block Unrated and Exempt Programs All unrated and exempt programs are available View Unrated and Exempt Programs All unrated and exempt programs are not available Note You must remember to lock the TV for rating limits to take effect 54 Chapter 3 Z Video Input List 3 Antenna A List Q Antenna B List 5 USA V Chip 6 Canada V Chip 7 V Chip Unrated 8 Front Button Block Web Browser Block Main Menu gt Parental Controls Front Buttons Blocked Front Buttons Unblocked When the buttons on the TV are blocked and the TV is locked only the remote or keyboard will control the TV This keeps children from playing with the buttons It also keeps children from watching TV when a guardian is not
128. ng Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only 41 Using the TV s Features Program Title Acquiring Channel MOVE HON UN 12 39 PM Ch 888 888 WWWW Listening to English in SRS FOCUS Antenna A Air 16 9 Normal 1080i HD DOD fy rec 7 MPAA Not Rated 00h 00m 00s About the Channel Banner The Channel Banner appears when you press the TV or INFO button on the remote If an icon in the channel banner is grayed out dim the feature is not available The following list describes the items on the Channel Banner screen left to right and top to bottom Other displays that are not described here are self explanatory Note You may notice the size of the channel banner changes when you change channels This is perfectly normal and occurs because analog NTSC broadcasts and digital ATSC broadcasts use different formats Your HDTV can display both types and adjusts the picture accordingly The icons change appearance to show the item s status or availability Program Title Acquiring Channel 00 30 12 30 AM 12 39 PM 888 888 WWWW Antenna Auto Tuning DTVLink ED Listening to DIdD fi Audio Format Icon REC E Parental Controls Icon MPAA Not Rated 16 9 1080i HD Title of program or track if available or Acquiring Channel appears when tuning a channel Displays the time remaining before the TV tunes back to the channel where Commercial Skip was activated The time
129. nnections Use Full Search the first time that your TV is setup to search for channels on Antenna A and B Full Search will also automatically detect the proper Air or Cable setting A Full Channel Search requires several minutes to complete Thereafter use Quick Search It only searches the currently tuned antenna keeps the Air or Cable setting the same and is faster Quick Search is useful when adjusting an over the air antenna to receive the channels for your area Tip If you have Cable and Air connect Cable to Antenna A If you have only Air connect it to Antenna A Status Antenna A Cable Antenna B Air ES Quicksearch Press OK to startt a Full Channel Search of both antennas including automatic detection of Cable or Air antenna Y Antenna Info 2 Channel Search Signal Source 5 Signal Type 6 Auto Tuning Special Features Ethernet Setup Main Menu Connections Current Software Version and Date YA05 82d 5 12 2003 If you have a connection to the TV s Ethernet jack your TV may periodically alert you to the availability of a TV software upgrade which can be downloaded through the Ethernet jack Status Software upgrade is not available at this time If one were available you would be able to select a button on this screen to acquire it You can view your current TV software version and check if a new software version is available Press to continue
130. nnel if necessary Antenna A Air 4 3 Normal 480i SD Make sure the TV is in TV mode by pressing TV on the remote control Enter the primary channel number up to three digits This number appears in the primary channel entry box Press OK or wait a few seconds If you don t enter a subchannel the TV tunes to the lowest subchannel If the primary channel number has fewer than three digits and you want to enter subchannel numbers press the right arrow button to advance to the subchannel entry box Enter the number of the subchannel This number appears in the subchannel entry box Press OK to tune to the channel or wait a few seconds Notes You can always use the channel up and down buttons on the remote control to change channels within the TV mode You may notice the size of the channel banner changes when you change channels This is perfectly normal and occurs because analog NTSC broadcasts and digital ATSC broadcasts use different formats Your HDTV can display both types and adjusts the picture accordingly If you wait too long before entering the subchannel the TV tunes to the lowest subchannel Chapter 3 43 Using the TV s Features Video Action Program About the GUIDE Plus System window buttons information The GUIDE Plus system is a no fee on screen program guide that lists TV schedules for your area and allows your TV direct control of a cable watch land so become romanti as
131. not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Chapter 5 89 Index Symbols 1394 3 Cable 8 Jacks 22 Recording 59 72 Problems 81 Setup 72 16 9 Aspect ratio 1 42 3 2 pulldown 2 66 4 3 Aspect ratio 1 Normal 74 Stretch 75 Zoom 75 6 pin connector 16 A AVR 2 Accessories 84 Antenna 85 Order form 85 Splitters 85 Action buttons 63 GUIDE Plus system 45 Advertising GUIDE Plus system 47 Age based rating Blocking 51 Viewing 51 Age Based Ratings 50 53 54 Amplifier 8 Analog Signals 1 17 Captions 73 Channels 43 ANTENNA A 10 11 19 22 ANTENNA B 10 11 19 22 ANTENNA button 32 Antenna Info 70 Antenna type 42 Arrow buttons 56 Aspect ratio 1 42 Assisted setup 25 26 A
132. nt of the component 3 Slowly move the remote control across the front of the component VCR or cable box while you press the power button on and off You must press and release the power button each time you move the remote holding down the button won t work CABLE BOX 4 When the component turns on you ve located the VCR s or cable box s remote sensor Placing the G LINK Wands Place the G LINK wands in front of the remote sensor on your VCR and or cable box approximately one inch away from the remote sensor see below J Connect to G LINK jack XL on the back of the TV Chapter 1 23 Connections amp Setup The Front of Your TV Front Input Jacks The TV has front input jacks for convenience in connecting a camcorder digital camera or video game an S VIDEO input one set of composite AUDIO VIDEO inputs and a headphone jack Look for a hinged door and press to open the cover Please note the illustration below is just an example of how jacks might appear Notes When you plug in headphones the TV s internal and external speakers Fixed Variable Audio Output and Digital Audio Output are automatically turned off When connecting a component that uses
133. nternal and external speakers using the left and right arrows on the remote control T Equalizer Presets The Balance setting applies to the internal speakers rear external speakers and the headphone output Balance does not affect any other audio output Balance is how much audio loudness gets sent to the left and right speakers 2 Audio Processor 3 Sound Logic 7 Audio Language Note Balance setting affects only variable volume outputs 7 Fixed Variable Out A change in this screen is applied to all inputs 8 Digital Audio Out Balance allows you to adjust speaker balance output Slide the bar left or right to adjust the speaker balance Fixed Variable Out Main Menu gt Audio Q Variable Output Speakers On A pem The Fixed Variable Out menu displays a choice list that lets you turn the TV s O o o e front internal and external speakers on or off and set the Fixed Variable audio 4 Audio Language amplifier with its own remote control for volume control led ENTE Erica ob tie AEE of output to a fixed or variable control level The choices are of Speakers Off and allow the Internal speakers to be used Admin ir cet pps GA gi e Variable Output Speakers On This setting turns the TV s front speakers Digital Audio Out N A i X EEG RM CER On and allows variable output from the TV s Fixed Variable Audio Output jacks Use this setting if th
134. o another city and must enter new information or enter some incorrect information 72 Chapter 4 T GUIDE Plus Menu 2 Picture Quality 5 Parental Controls G Connections B Assisted Setup O Web Browser Main Menu The Preferences menu has screens for setting up the TV to match your personal preferences Closed Captioning Choose the look and type of captions Record Output Choose the format for making recordings Color Scheme Pick a color for the menu system Translucency Pick a level of translucency for the menus Menu Language Select from English Espa ol Franais Digital Channel Info Select if it should be acquired or not Lamp Power Set the TV s lamp to a preferred brightness Press OK or to access the Preferences menu Screen Format How to display a 4 3 image on a 16 9 scredij 2 Screen Format 3 Record Output Z Color Scheme 5 Translucency 6 Menu Language 7 Digital Channel Info 8 lamp Power Main Menu Preferences The Closed Captioning menu has screens for setting closed captioning features to match your personal preferences Caption Display Select when captions should appear Analog Captions Select a default service for analog TV Digital Captions Select a default service for digital TV Caption Priority Select digital or analog caption priority Caption Style Select the appearance of digital cap
135. o Recorder Digital VCR2 Digital DVD2 TV HD Set top Box Chapter 1 Connections amp Setup Note for U S Customers If you prefer we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service Representative who will visit your home for a fee to install your electronic entertainment system and to instruct you in its operation For details about this service call 1 888 206 3359 For additional assistance while using your RCA product please visit www rca com customer support RIGHT LEFT FIXED VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT cone ud i EE seven INTERNAL Bel ww R SOURCE T ER O O A ja VIDEO 2 voeo ARA INPUT 2 INPUT A pS VIDEO INPUT 5 D90 DO AUDIO AUDIO INPUT 1 INPUT 2 os AUDIO INPUT 3 ANTENNA B ANTENNA A INPUT INPUT DIGITAN AUDIO A OUTPUT ETHERNET DTV June Ao KJ UO How to Connect TV VCR DVD Player Connect GOHINK Cable Gen page 22 1 Connect your cable or off air signal to ANTENNA A If you have cable and an off air antenna connect the cable signal to ANTENNA A INPUT antenna A is the only source for the GUIDE Plus system Connect the off air antenna to ANTENNA B INPUT If you have only an off air antenna connect it to ANTENNA A INPUT Connect
136. o connect the left and right audio cables for Input 5 DVI HDTV because the DVI HDTV cable carries only the picture signal not the sound DTVLink Digital Television Link Connectors DTVLink uses a format better known to some as IEEE 1394 or FireWire DTVLink is a compressed digital video input output offering an IEEE 1394 type connection that meets the CEA specifications This connection is a high speed and inexpensive way of interconnecting 1394 compliant consumer electronic components If your 1394 component has the DTVLink logo on it it should work with this TV You can use either or both connectors to link your components but don t connect the components in a loop Notes Audio and video information is carried on a single wire The TV outputs audio video through the 1394 jack labeled DTVLink only to a component that enforces video copy protection Digital Audio Out Jack and Optical Cable The optical cable is used to connect an audio receiver with Dolby Digital or PCM Pulse Code Modulation audio receiver to your TV If you own a receiver that uses an optical cable input you can use an optical cable to connect the TV to that receiver for the best sound quality Note This TV s optical digital output jack fully complies with the international standard governing this type of jack IEC958 and is designed for connection to a Dolby Digital AC 3 or PCM receiver or Dolby Digital AC 3 or PCM decoder Older equipment some of w
137. o distinguish between make believe and reality Themes and elements in this program may include mild fantasy violence FV or comedic violence or may frighten children under the age of 7 All Children Themes and elements in this program are designed for a young audience including children from ages 2 6 It is not expected to frighten younger children 50 Chapter 3 Using the TV s Features Blocking Age Based Ratings You can automatically block all program ratings above a specified age based rating level For example if you only want your child to watch programs that have a TV G rating and lower in other words you want the child to watch TV G TV Y7 and TV Y then you need to block out higher ratings To block programs with higher ratings 1 First determine the lowest level rating you don t want the child to watch see chart of age based ratings on previous page 2 Highlight the lowest rating you do not want the child to watch In the example discussed above you would highlight TV PG since the highest rating you want the child to watch is TV G 3 Press the OK button to toggle between Viewable and Blocked The status for the rating listed to the right and all higher ratings automatically change to Blocked and B 4 Select Lock TV from the Parental Controls menu Enter a password and re enter password a second time to confirm the password Viewing Age Based Ratings Hierarchy of Age Based Ratings g 9 g After you b
138. on the TV s front panel Tip Note Pressing the TV button turns on the TV and puts the remote When remote batteries are low the component into TV mode TV mode means that the buttons on the remote button s corresponding to the mode you re in control operate the TV s functions flashes when you press a button Also a message might appear on the TV screen and disappear within a few seconds Press CLEAR to irai Use the Remote Control to Complete the Assisted Setup The technical term is Navigation how you move through the on screen menus The method is the same throughout the menu screens highlight your choice and select it TV button To highlight a menu item put the remote into TV mode by pressing the DvD TV button then MENU Press the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Ma GH one of the items listed in the menu Use the up or down arrow button to O move up or down Use the right or left arrow button to move right or left PIP SWAP CH CTRL SKIP DDOD O To select the item that you ve highlighted press OK SOUND FREEZE VCR PLUS LIGHT CO D D C9 Note Highlighted means that the menu item stands out from FORMAT INFO other menu items on the list appears darker brighter or a CLEAR o a MENU different color MENU button OK button Arrow buttons Chapter 1 25 Connections amp Setup Tip To access the setup menus press MENU and ch
139. only when Listings is highlighted To tune to a channel highlight the program you want to view in the channel listings and press OK Directly access a channel by using the number buttons To access a digital channel enter major 13 right arrow button then subchannel Use the Guide Action Buttons as described below Guide Action Buttons The Blue and Green action buttons actions or commands change according to where you are in the GUIDE Plus system Be sure to look at the action bar before pressing the action buttons When highlighting a program the following Action buttons appear Watch Press the Blue button on the remote to place a timer into the Schedule so the TV turns on and tunes to the program highlighted in the channel listing Record Press the Green button on the remote to place a timer into the Schedule so the VCR records the program highlighted in the channel listing Or highlight a program and press the VCR PLUS button If you have a cable box changing channels on the TV causes the cable box channel to change while recording Record appears only if you have set up the GUIDE Plus system and specified your VCR type Important Notes Pressing the VCR PLUS button begins recording the currently tuned program without entering the guide similar to express recording The recording stops when the program ends The GUIDE Plus system must be set up You need to make sure that your VCR is tuned to the Line
140. oose Assisted Setup Main Menu Preferences O English Highlight with the and arrows Select with the OK button Note Menu Language only affects the menus not the GUIDE 2 Cancel Setup O Espa ol Resalte con las flechas 4 y v Seleccione con el bot n OK Nota Idioma de los Men s afecta s lo los men s no la GU A Francais Mise en surbrillance avec 4 et S lection avec OK Nota Menu des langues pour les menus non pour le GUIDE Press 4 or to point to an option then press OK to p p p select it Press 4 to return to the menu Main Menu Connections Use Full Search the first time that your TV is setup to D search for channels on Antenna A and B Full Search will also automatically detect the proper Air or Cable setting A Full Channel Search requires several minutes to complete Thereafter use Quick Search It only searches the currently tuned antenna keeps the Air or Cable setting the same and is faster Quick Search is useful when adjusting an over the air antenna to receive the channels for your area Continue Setup 2 Cancel Setup Tip If you have Cable and Air connect Cable to Antenna A If you have only Air connect it to Antenna A Status Antenna A Cable Antenna B Air QuE Search Press OK to startt a Full Channel Search of both antennas including automatic detection of Cable or Air antenna Tip
141. operate e Maybe remote is not in TV Mode Press the TV button so the remote controls the TV e Maybe batteries in remote are weak dead or installed incorrectly If batteries are weak you will not be able to activate backlighting on the remote instead backlight will blink once when activated Put new batteries in the remote Note if you remove the batteries you may have to reprogram the remote to operate other components e For Volume Punchthrough remember to program the AUDIO button on the TV s remote control to operate your audio receiver or amplifier Go to page 34 for instructions If you can t program this remote to operate your audio receiver Volume Punchthrough won t work Problems with V Chip Parental Controls The rating limits don t work e You must lock the settings Go to the MAIN MENU press MENU on your remote select Parental Controls press 5 on your remote select Lock TV press 1 on your remote I don t remember my password and want to unlock the TV e If you forget your password simultaneously press and hold MENU OK on the television and VOL down on the remote for 3 seconds Nothing appears on the screen Parental Controls simply unlock and you can re enter a password via Lock TV The V Chip won t let me watch a program even though it s not rated as violent e Maybe the movie was given an NR Not Rated status After you block movie ratings you must set V Chip Unrated to View separately in order to view movi
142. or to point to an option then press OK to select it Press to return to the menu T Caption Display 2 Analog Captions 3 Digital Captions 5 Caption Style Main Menu gt Preferences Closed Captioning If a digital TV program has both analog and digital captions Use the digital captions Never use analog captions Use the analog captions Never use digital captions A digital TV program may include analog TV captions and digital TV captions either one of the two or neither of the two The setting above will determine which type of captions the TV will display Analog captions will be used more often in the early years of digital TV broadcasting Digital captions are more advanced and have new capabilities Press 4 or to point to an option then press OK to select it Press to return to the menu T Caption Display 2 Analog Captions 3 Digital Captions 2 Caption Priority Main Menu gt Preferences Closed Captioning When available digital captions can be displayed using Q Your custom settings below The caption provider s default settings ATTEN Caption Size EET Caption Font Caption Style EEE Caption Color PETT Background Color Emm Background Opacity ESET Caption Opacity Press OK to select one of the three Caption sizes Press 4 to return to the menu T Closed Captionin
143. or children under age 8 Violence guidelines careful attention is paid to themes which could threaten children s sense of security and well being There will be no realistic scenes of violence Depictions of aggressive behavior will be infrequent and limited to portrayals that are clearly imaginary comedic or unrealistic in nature Other content guidelines there will be no offensive language nudity or sexual content Chapter 3 53 Using the TV s Features Age Based Rating Canada V Chip French Rating System Adults Programming is for adults only This program contains sustained violence or extremely violent scenes Viewers 16 and over Programming is not suitable for those under age 16 This program contains frequent scenes of violence or intensely violent scenes 13 Viewers 13 and over Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13 This program either contains several violent scenes or one or more scenes that are violent enough to affect them Viewing in the company of an adult is therefore strongly recommended for children under the age of 13 8 Viewers 8 and over Not recommended for young children This program is suitable for most audiences but it contains mild or occasional violence that could upset young children Viewing in the company of an adult is therefore recommended for young children under the age of 8 who do not distinguish between reality and imagination G General Audience This progr
144. orts DHCP the Domain Name will appear her domain name here If enter the device hose name below Use the keyboard or the remote s arrow keys to enter the host name This may be the only setup you need to do Auto Tuning This menu lets you specify the various components you have connected to your TV It lets you program a component button on the remote control VCR VCR2 AUX default DVD or SAT CAB so that pressing the button automatically turns on the TV and turns the TV to the correct Video Input Channel see the Features chapter on page 55 for detailed information Note AUX by default is set up for a second RCA VCR Or you can program VCR or AUX to operate a second RCA VCR with the 2001 code Also any VCR programmed to the AUX button becomes VCR2 button and controllable by auto tuning 1394 Setup DTVLink The 1394 Setup menu consists of DTVLink Connect and 1394 Recording options to set up DTVLink and IEEE 1394 components to work with your TV DTVLink Connect Some DTVLink set top components IEA 775 compliant need an additional analog video connection to the TV The screen tells you which component needs this connection You then select which of the TV s analog inputs is used for the analog connection from the DTVLink component Note When a component is plugged in or unplugged the DTVLink Connect screen is updated automatically 1394 Recording Set up the component that can be controlled
145. ot affect default menu settings for SAP or Audio Language SWAP When using PIP switches the main picture with the PIP window TV Places the remote in TV mode Turns on the TV and tunes to the last viewed TV channel or input VCR Places the remote in VCR mode If Auto Tuning is enabled turns on the TV and tunes to the VCR Video Input Channel VCR PLUS Only used with RECORD OUTPUT jacks Press VCR PLUS to set a one touch recording when a VCR is connected to the RECORD OUTPUT jacks not a 1394 recording VOL or VOL Decreases or increases the TV s volume The TV Audio Output menu must be set to Variable Speakers On Chapter 2 33 Using the Remote Control IN Component buttons CLEAR REVERSE PLAY You ll use these buttons when you program the remote for other components Important Note The remote may not be compatible with all models of all brands of components It also may not operate all functions of your component Tip By default the AUX button is programmed for a second RCA VCR If auto tuning is set up it will tune to VCR2 input channel Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components The universal remote can be programmed to operate many brands of remote controllable VCRs audio components DVD players cable boxes satellite receivers and other components In addition to being programmed to operate your television it s already programmed to operate most RCA GE an
146. ou will need to set up each component that is connected to the router See the manuals that came with the router and the components you are connecting for specific instructions To connect the router to the TV use a CAT 5 cable not provided to connect the ETHERNET Input Jack on the back of your HDTV to the ETHERNET Output Jack on the router The complexity of the setup required to make all of the components and the router work with your HDTV depends upon your Internet Service Provider ISP Most ISPs will automatically fill in the information needed during setup but if you are asked for specific information while setting up the router and other components you will need to contact your ISP Chapter 1 15 Connections amp Setup Digital Video Recorder Digital VCR Digital VCR NE Fastest lt Slowest Other 1394 Component LAA Cue L Digital Video Recorder Digital VCR Digital VCR Other 1394 Component Component to Component Connection Hub Connection P P How to Connect TV DTVLink and or IEEE 1394 Components Two connection methods when connecting IEFE 1394 and DTVLink components are component to component or hub The component to component method is each component connected in a chain like fashion one to the other with the first component in the chain connected to the DTVLink jack on the TV The hub method is basically the same but
147. our TV is located On your TV remote use the number keys to enter your information ess OK to confirm STEP 2 Configuring for Cable Gumet To supply your TV with correct TV program listings the GUIDE Plus system needs to know if your TV receives its signal by cable or antenna Do you have cable service on this TV Y Yes No On your TY remote use the up down keys to highlight your answer Press OK to choose STEP 2 Configuring for Cable Gumet You have indicated that you have cable service Now the GUIDE Plus system needs some additional information Is a cable box connected to this TV v Yes No On your TV remote use the up down keys to highlight your answer Press OK to choose STEP 2 Configuring for Cable Guwep To operate prt with your cable box the GUIDE Plus system needs to know your TY is on when using the cable box The most commonly used output channel is 03 Please consult your cable provider if you are unsure as an incorrect selection will result in a blue or snowy screen while watching TV Which channel is your TV tuned to when using the cable box 02 Y 03 04 Video1 AUX On your TV remote use the up down keys to highlight your answer Press OK to choose Connections amp Setup 2 Use the number buttons and or the arrows on your remote to enter your zip code or postal code Press OK when you re finished Note If your postal code contains letters press the up and down arrow b
148. own arrow buttons Then press OK or right arrow button to select Eun Action Buttons An on screen button that performs the action labelled on the button Press the right arrow button to highlight and press OK to select VCRI Choice Fields m A choice field cycles through at least two or more choices Press OK to select the next entry in the choice field DVD Front Input Chapter 4 63 Using the TV s T GUIDE Plus Menu Picture Quality 5 Parental Controls 6 Connections 7 Preferences Assisted Setup O Web Browser The Picture Quality menu has screens for optimizing the picture for each of the TV s inputs Picture Settings Adjust the levels that affect the picture Picture Presets Choose preset levels of Picture Settings Auto Color Correct the color from channel to channel Color Warmth Adjust the color to Cool Warm or Normal Noise Reduction Reduce picture static or interference Advanced Settings Fine tune the picture and its position Reset Controls Set this Input s Settings to factory defaults Press OK or to access the Picture Quality menu Picture Settings 2 Picture Presets 7 Color Warmth 5 Noise Reduction 6 Advanced Settings 7 Reset Controls Main Menu gt Picture Quality The Personal Lighting picture presets settings are El T ad lass E Contrast Color Tint Black Level Picture Settin
149. put The selected setting affects all inputs and antennas To create the settings 1 Press the MENU button to access the main menu 2 Select Audio and then Audio Processor Depending on your speaker setup any combination of the following options appear e Mono plays the sound in monophonic audio only This should only be used when receiving broadcasts where distance from the broadcasters makes the stereo signal weak The channel banner displays the word Mono when you tune to a program that is broadcast in mono Chapter 4 67 Using the TV s Menu System e Stereo Splits the incoming stereo audio signal into left and right front channels Most TV programs and recorded materials have stereo audio The channel banner displays the word Stereo when you tune to a program that is broadcast in stereo e BSO Adds greater depth and stereo separation to stereo audio signals Delivers a panoramic 3D sound stage from stereo material e BEW Redirects the treble portion of the audio in the speaker system to make dialog more understandable Repositions and elevates the audio to the center of the TV e SRS Creates a virtual 5 1 surround sound from multichannel source material through any two speaker playback system T Equalizer Presets 2 Audio Processor Sound Logic Audio Language 7 Fixed Variable Out Y Digital Audio Out Main Menu p Audio Sound Logic Off Sound Logic On Turning Sound Logic on will monitor a pro
150. r area New features and options can be downloaded to the GUIDE Plus system so these are subject to change also The GUIDE Plus system doesn t display program listings for satellite TV Also since the program information provided by the GUIDE Plus system is based on your locale you will need to run Setup again if you move to a different ZIP or postal code Using the GUIDE Plus System To enter the GUIDE Plus system e Press GUIDE on the remote or press MENU on remote and select GUIDE Plus menu Then select GUIDE Plus press MENU then OK twice To exit the GUIDE Plus system e Highlight a program and press OK to exit the GUIDE Plus system and tune to the program channel e Press GUIDE to exit the GUIDE Plus system and tune to the program channel displayed in the video window e Press CLEAR to exit the GUIDE Plus system and return to the original channel except when the channel is an analog channel on Antenna B Pressing CLEAR will switch you to Antenna A same channel The GUIDE Plus System Menus The GUIDE Plus system offers different options on the Menu bar Listings Sort News Schedule Messages Promotions Channels and Setup To access the Menu bar 1 Press GUIDE the GUIDE Plus programming guide appears 2 Press MENU or up and down arrow buttons to select the Menu bar the Grid Guide appears by default 3 Use the left and right arrow buttons to access other menus 4 Press OK or MENU or use the
151. r disconnect any cables e Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded Refer to the Important Safeguards sheet packed with your TV Protect Components from Overheating e Don t block ventilation holes on any of the components Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely e Don t stack components e If you place components in a stand make sure you allow adequate ventilation e If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier place it on the top shelf so the heated air from it won t flow around other components Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference e Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack Use Indirect Light Don t place the TV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen Use soft or indirect lighting Using a Stand This television is a table model and is designed to set on a firm flat surface Placing the TV on soft carpeting or a like surface can block the bottom ventilation slots and result in reduced lifetime due to overheating Make sure the stand or base you use is of adequate size and strength to prevent the TV from being accidentally tipped over pushed off or pulled off This could cause personal injury and or damage the TV Refer to the Important Safety Instructions packed separately Cables You Need to Connect Components to Your TV The pictures below show the cables not supplied you may need for the connections represented in this book Note
152. r has component outputs then use INPUT 3 or 4 Note If you are using an S Video cable or component video cables you must also use audio cables The S Video cable and component video cables only transfer video information Viewing the Components T 2 3 Turn on the TV and the component s you want to view Press the TV button on the remote control Press the INPUT button on the remote control to scroll through the Video Input Channels e The VCR can be viewed on the INPUT 1 channel e The satellite receiver can be viewed on the INPUT 2 channel Note You can set up the TV to automatically tune to the correct Video Input Channel This is called Auto Tuning See Chapter 3 for more information Go to page 23 Chapter 1 11 Connections amp Setup Audio Connections With the audio versatility of your HDTV you can choose various connection options depending on the type and quality of sound that you want Choose one of the options or refer to the user s manual of each component that you are connecting to get the best results e Connect audio video receiver speakers connected to receiver using the digital audio output jack to your TV best sound e Connect audio video receiver speakers connected to receiver to your TV better sound e Connect speakers to your TV good sound How to Connect TV Receiver with Dolby Digital Speakers Use TV as Center Channel If you own a receiver with Dolby Digital amp or PCM P
153. rching for the correct code to program If after 5 seconds the component you want to operate does not turn off press PLAY again to tell the remote to search the next set of codes Continue pressing and releasing PLAY until the component turns off or you have searched through all of the codes The component buttons flash when all codes have been searched the component button turns off and remote exits Automatic Code Search If the component you want to control does turn off l Press and release REVERSE then wait 2 seconds Repeat this step until the component turns back ON 2 To finish press and hold STOP until the component button on the remote turns off Tip To stop the automatic code search without programming any components press and hold CLEAR until the indicator on the remote turns off Tip Some of the remote s buttons might operate differently for other components especially when you re using another component s menu system Chapter 2 35 Using the Remote Control How to Use the Remote After You ve Programmed It Because this universal remote can control several different components TV DVD VCR satellite receiver etc it uses operational modes triggered by the IaB O component buttons PIP SWAP CH CTRL SKIP m umm M 1 Press the appropriate component button DVD TV VCR SAT CAB SOUND FREEZE VCR PLUS AUDIO AUX to set the remote to control the component ES FORMAT MED 2
154. re in a Box DVD Receiver Codes AUDIO and AUX buttons can use Audio codes DVD and AUX buttons can use DVD codes Panasonic Pioneer RCA Venturer Satellite Receiver Codes Programmable for SAT CAB and AUX buttons Alphastar Chapparal Dishnet Drake Echostar 5072 General Instruments 5051 5052 Hitachi 5067 Hughes 5071 PV E ENTONI VEEE RANEA latido 5065 Panasonic Philips Primestar Proscan RCA Realistic Sony STS1 STS3 STS4 Toshiba Uniden 5001 5072 5001 VCR Codes Programmable for VCR and AUX buttons Admiral 2068 Aiko 2023 Aiwa 2022 Akai 2002 2003 2004 2057 2058 2059 Audiovox 2010 Bell amp Howell 2007 Broksonic 1 2075 CO tv t 2010 Canon 2017 2018 Capehart 2016 2056 Garver AAA A Oo teen NER ER dad 2037 CGE sic 2023 2036 Citizen 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2023 Colortyme 2005 2009 2012 2014 2017 2018 2020 2060 2072 2011 2013 2015 2021 2022 2023 2056 Daytron 2056 Dimensia 2072 Electrohome 2010 2024 Emerson 2002 2008 2010 2011 2017 2020 2021 2022 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2039 2059 2061 2067 2069 2076 2007 2019 2029 2030 2003 2017 2062 Fisher Fuji Funai 2022 Garrard 2022 GE 2000 20
155. re with sharper edges A change in this screen is applied to all inputs Press 4 or to point to an option then press OK to select it Press 4 to return to the menu Auto Color Auto Color minimizes the flesh tone variations of the TV picture A different Auto Color setting can be stored for each input Choose On or Off depending on your preference Color Warmth Color Warmth automatically adjusts the color temperature of the picture Color Warmth can be stored for each input The feature lets you set one of three automatic color adjustments e Cool More blue e Normal Standard picture color e Warm More red Noise Reduction Noise Reduction displays a list that lets you set one of the three settings that allows you to reduce picture static or any type of interference A Noise Reduction setting can be stored for each input You can set the Noise Reduction to Frame Comb Off or Adaptive The settings are explained in the on screen help text Advanced Settings The Advanced Settings menu contains menus that allow you to fine tune the picture and adjust the picture position for a bigger than life experience The settings available are Edge enhancement Green Stretch Contrast Expand Film Mode Horizontal Position and Vertical Position Each one is described below Edge Enhancement Edge Enbancement makes the edges of the video steeper and sharper There are three options for the edge enhan
156. rents may consider some content inappropriate for unsupervised viewing by children aged 8 13 Violence guidelines depictions of conflict and or aggression will be limited and moderate may include physical fantasy or supernatural violence Other content guidelines may contain infrequent mild profanity or mildly suggestive language Could also contain brief scenes of nudity General Audience Programming considered acceptable for all ages groups While not designed specifically for children it is understood younger viewers may be part of the audience Violence guidelines will contain very little violence either physical or verbal or emotional Will be sensitive to themes which could frighten a younger child will not depict realistic scenes of violence which minimize or gloss over the effects of violent acts Other content guidelines there may be some inoffensive slang no profanity and no nudity Children 8 and Older Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on their own Violence guidelines violence will not be portrayed as the preferred acceptable or only way to resolve conflict or encourage children to imitate dangerous acts which they may see on television Any realistic depictions of violence will be infrequent discreet of low intensity and will show the consequences of the acts Other content guidelines there will be no profanity nudity or sexual content C Children Programming intended f
157. ress Close Window button to close it or click the Close Window icon on the window Note The browser won t display streaming video or audio and some animated graphics Browser Times Out Automatically If the browser is idle for a period of time a pop up message appears to remind you to turn it off when you are not using it and or the browser closes automatically You may notice that the usual browser menu and on screen buttons that you may be accustomed to using with your PC are not displayed on screen Instead these functions are provided on your remote or optional keyboard Tips If you use the video window in the browser and you press channel up down and the video window seems to disappear this means you ve either tuned to a channel which is blocked or has a weak signal Use the channel up down to go to another channel Sometimes the browser locks onto an incompatible website and it won t open Exiting the browser will not correct this condition When the browser is restarted the browser returns to the last used website To correct this condition either press a FAV button to go to a known good website or press Address and enter a good website Inputs cannot be viewed in the video window of the browser You can use channel up down to tune to a different channel in the video window Number keys cannot be used to tune channels in the video window Saving Your Favorite URLs Program any favorite F
158. rmation on the following screens Go to pages 46 47 for detailed instructions e The channel might be blank change channels e If you re watching your VCR and it s connected with coaxial cable to the CABLE ANTENNA jack tune the TV to channel 3 or 4 whichever channel is selected on the 3 4 switch on the back of your VCR Also check to make sure the TV VCR button on the VCR is in the correct mode press the TV VCR button on your VCR e Ifa channel doesn t exist and you tune to scrambled QAM channel or a 720p input Unusable Signal appears Sound okay picture poor e Check antenna and video connections Make sure all of the cables are firmly connected to the jacks e Try adjusting sharpness function to improve weak signals Go to page 64 for more instructions e Press the FORMAT button repeatedly to view the picture in different video formats Analog channels may look better when you use the Normal video format the video format appears on the right side of the channel banner Black box appears on the screen e Closed captioning might be on Check the Caption Display control panel in the Preferences menu Go to page 72 for more instructions Every time turn on the TV the Guide is on the screen e The GUIDE Plus system automatically appears on the screen when you use the TV button on the remote to turn on the TV You can turn off this feature by pressing GUIDE on your remote control and then select the Menu bar Press the right
159. rrow button and press OK to tell the TV to begin searching for channels A progress report appears on the screen 2 When search is complete press OK 3 Select Continue Setup Notes If you skip Channel Search now you can access it later through the Connections menu See Chapter 4 for more details If cable box is connected to ANTENNA A Channel Search cannot work The GUIDE Plus System Setup Important Notes If you have a VCR and or cable box connected to the TV you need to connect the G LINK cable to use the GUIDE Plus system If you didn t connect the G LINK cable go to page 23 Disregard the screen that tells you to refer to the Quick Setup sheet all of the instructions are included in this User s Guide The TV must be off to download information Leave your TV off overnight for at least 10 hours to receive the initial download for your area The GUIDE Plus system is a no fee on screen interactive program guide that lists what shows are on TV in your area In order to receive program listings you need to complete the following steps after you read the introductory screens Step 1 Identifying Your TV s Location 1 Ifyour country is highlighted press OK on the remote control If your country isn t highlighted press the up or down arrow button on the remote control to highlight your country and press OK 26 Chapter 1 STEP 1 Identifying Your TV s Location Guwe Please enter the 5 digit ZIP code where y
160. s connected to a VCR press OK a screen appears reminding you to connect your G LINK cable to your TV and VCR a MER connected Fv ts TV If it is not highlight No and press OK Go to Step 4 Confirming Your Settings on page 29 MES On your TV remote use the up down keys to highlight your answer Press OK to choose 28 Chapter 1 STEP 3 Configuring for a VCR Gumet To operate properly with your VCR the GUIDE Plus system needs to know the VCR brand An incorrect brand selection may result in program recording errors What brand of VCR is connected to this TV y Not Listed Admiral Adventura On your TV remote use the up down keys to find your brand more brands will appear as you move down Press OK to choose STEP 3 Configuring for a VCR Guns The GUIDE Plus system will now conduct a series of tests to find the correct code to control your VCR Follow steps A and B below A Please turn on your VCR and insert a tape B Next press Play to play the tape Once you have completed these steps press OK on he TV remote to begin testing STEP 3 Configuring for a VCR Gumet Testing complete If your VCR stopped playing the tape the test was successful Did your VCR stop playing the tape v Yes No Test this code again On your TV remote use the up down keys to highlight your answer Press OK to choose Tip Leave your cable box turned ON to download program information Leave your VCR turned
161. s is called Auto Tuning See Chapter 3 for more information Go to page 23 10 Chapter 1 Connections amp Setup SATELLITE RECEIVER OFF AIR ANTENNA Connect G LINK Cable see page 23 How to Connect TV Satellite Receiver VCR 1 Connect your cable or off air signal to ANTENNA A If you have cable and an off air antenna connect the cable signal to ANTENNA A INPUT antenna A is the only source for the GUIDE Plus system Connect the off air antenna to ANTENNA B INPUT If you have only an off air antenna connect it to ANTENNA A INPUT Connect your VCR to your TV A Connect the VCR s audio video outputs to INPUT 1 audio video on the TV using composite audio video cables B Connect the VCR s audio video inputs to RECORD OUTPUT on the TV This enables recording of digital programs unless copy protected using DVI HDTV or component video formats as well as analog programs Connect your Satellite Receiver to your TV Connect the satellite receiver s audio video output jacks to the INPUT 2 AUDIO R and L and VIDEO jacks on the TV using composite cables If your satellite receiver has an S Video output you can make the video connection by using the S VIDEO jacks instead If your satellite receive
162. s menu 73 Analog captions 73 Caption style 74 Captions Priority 74 Closed captioning 73 Color scheme 75 Digital captions 74 Digital channel info 76 Menu language 76 Record output 75 Screen format 74 Translucency 76 Chapter 5 91 Index Problems 1394 Recording 81 Audio 79 GUIDE Plus system 80 Parental controls 81 Remote control 81 Timer 78 TV 78 V Chip 81 Program title 42 Programming Cable box codes 39 DVD codes 40 DVD VCR codes 40 PVR codes 40 VCR codes 40 Programming codes Audio 39 Programming the remote 34 Automatic code search 35 Direct entry 34 Home Theatre in a Box 40 Satellite receiver codes 40 Projection system 2 Promotions GUIDE Plus system 46 47 Pulse code modulation 18 69 Punchthrough feature 38 81 PVR remote codes 40 Q QAM 2 Quick search 71 R Rating Limits movies 52 Ratings Blocking movie 52 Viewing movie 52 RCA type cables 19 REC icon 42 Receiver with Dolby Digital 12 18 RECORD button 33 Record Output 3 75 RECORD OUTPUT jack 3 22 Record Wake timer 70 Record Wake timer screen 60 Recording 1394 59 72 DTVLink 59 Remote Control Accessory 85 Buttons 32 Code list 39 Installing the Batteries 25 Programming 34 Programming codes 40 Sensor 23 Reset controls 66 Resolution 1 2 REVERSE button 33 RF jacks 19 S S VIDEO Cable 8 Jacks 19 21 SAP 68 SAP display 42 SAT CABLE Button 33 39 Satellite receiver Button 33 40 Codes 40 Connection 11
163. s the TV all other settings in Parental Controls are not changed If you ve locked the TV set a record timer in the GUIDE Plus system and you aren t there to provide your password the recording takes place only if the program doesn t exceed the V Chip ratings and channel is in the unlocked list Channel Lists Video Input List Antenna A List Antenna B List The channel lists contain the following information major channel number with subchannel number only if a digital channel channel call letters when channel is tuned Locked List and Unlocked List The major channels listed in Antenna A List and Antenna B List for off air or cable sources are based on the channel search results If a major channel is not found by Channel Search then it is not listed A Channel Search does not affect the Video Input List all video inputs are listed 48 Chapter 3 Using the TV s Features For each major channel 0 through 125 found through channel search in Antenna A and B Lists there are six subchannels 1 2 3 4 5 and 6 to 999 The subchannels are the same for every major channel and are not based on which subchannels a broadcaster is actually broadcasting Subchannels are not supported for major channels 126 through 999 Even if a subchannel is checked in Antenna A B List it won t be tuned to when you press CH if the channel doesn t exist An analog channel major and a digital channel subchannel can share the same channel n
164. s with a rating of PG 13 and higher are blocked you can change the rating status corresponding with NC 17 Your child would then be able to watch all movies with a G PG and NC 17 Rating 3 Exit the screen and be sure the TV is locked 52 Chapter 3 Using the TV s Features Canada V Chip Canadian TV V Chip supports two different Canadian rating systems English and French Age Based Rating Canada V Chip English Rating System Adults Programming intended for adults 18 and older It may contain elements of violence language and sexual content which could make it unsuitable for viewers under 18 Violence guidelines may contain violence integral to the development of the plot character or theme intended for adult audiences Other content guidelines may contain graphic language and explicit portrayals of nudity and or sex Viewers 14 and over Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under the age of 14 Parents are strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting viewing by pre teens and early teens Violence guidelines may contain intense scenes of violence Could deal with mature themes and societal issues in a realistic fashion Other content guidelines may contain scenes of nudity and or sexual activity There could be frequent use of profanity Parental Guidance Programming intended for a general audience but which may not be suitable for younger children under the age of 8 Pa
165. service provided that your unit is located within the geographic territory covered by an Authorized Service Center If not you must take your unit to the Service Center location at your own expense or pay for the cost the Service Center may charge to transport your unit to and from your home e Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product is within the warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service For rental firms proof of first rental is also required What your warranty does not cover e Customer instruction Your Owner s Manual describes how to install adjust and operate your unit Any additional information should be obtained from your dealer e Installation and related adjustments e Damage resulting from non approved installation methods e Signal reception problems not caused by your unit e Damage from misuse or neglect e Batteries e Labor to replace the light engine and lamp assembly after one year from the date of purchase e A television that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes e A unit purchased or serviced outside the U S A e Acts of nature such as but not limited to lightning damage Chapter 5 87 References Product Registration e Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your unit It will make it easier to contact you shoul
166. sition of GUIDE Plus channel listings Use OK to add remove the check A check will acquire the Digital Ch Info for this input No check will not acquire it T Closed Captioning 2 screen Format 3 Record Output 4 Color Scheme 5 Translucency 6 Menu Language 7 Digital Channel Info Main Menu Preferences The TV s lamp can be set to have either Brighter Picture Longer life You can choose the lamp s power setting The Longer Life setting produces a picture that is less bright however it should extend the life of the lamp as compared to the Brighter Picture setting Choose a selection that best fits your viewing environment and intended usage of the TV The lamp that lights the TV picture can be set for a brightel picture or a longer life less bright Press OK to continue Menu Language The menu language can be changed to one of three languages Englisb Spanisb or French The menu language can also be selected when using the Assisted Setup menu Note Spanish and French are not available in the guide browser or in some software upgrade pop up message screens Digital Channel Info The Digital Cbannel Info option allows the TV to receive information about digital TV channels such as program titles The default is set to Acquire Digital Channel Information for Antenna A B and DTVLink 1394 inputs Disabling acquisition of Digital Cbannel Info optio
167. ss oK to set the age based TV rating limit and content theme limit Highlight and select V Chip TV Rating 4 Once you get to the V Chip TV Rating screen use the arrow buttons and OK on your remote to change the status of a TV program rating or content theme from Viewable to Blocked Proceed to the next sections for more details about how to change the status of TV program limits Chapter 3 49 Using the TV s Features USA V Chip Rating Limit Screen The following is an example of where items are located within the V Chip TV Rating screen below the USA V Chip menu Rating Status Field Lets you select whether the status of the age based Content Themes Rating Field rating limit to the left is Viewable or Blocked Lists the content themes you can block or view Lets you select from a list of age based ratings Main Menu gt Parental Controls USA V Chip you can block or view ontent Status Fields Lets you select which Rating Settings 2 V Chip Movie Rating content themes to view for Area Lets you see the current the selected rating and whether the status of the block view state of age content theme is currently based ratings and Viewable V or Blocked B associated content The Viewable V settings are coded in green and the Press OK to set the age based TV rating limit and content Blocked B settings are tule coded in red Age Based USA Description and
168. sters send with programs That code tells the TV software the program s age based rating TV MA TV 14 etc and content themes Violence V Adult Language L etc If you have blocked the rating and or content themes that the program contains and the TV is locked and you tune to a program whose rating exceeds the rating limit you set you will receive a message telling you that the program is not approved for viewing Broadcasters are not required to provide content themes so programs received with no content themes will only be blocked if you block their age based rating and the TV is locked You can also block out programs that have been given a rating of Not Rated or Exempt and programs that are considered unrated with the V Chip Unrated menu The TV age based ratings and content themes you can block are in the table on the next page Main Menu Parental Controls USA V Chip U SA V Ch p TV Rati ngs The V Chip TV Rating limits are set in this screen Te Twist be locket for erating laf to De eos The USA V Chip TV Rating lets you decide which TV programs can and Rating Content H PARURE nao status Dot s Vom cannot be viewed To set TV programming limits TMs ET gm B HN E 1 Choose Parental Controls from the Main menu If Parental Controls Tes HTA TV have previously been locked you must enter your password Tov WERTE m TT M 2 Highlight and select USA V Chip Pre
169. sure the wands of the G LINK cable are placed in front of the remote sensor s on the component s e Make sure your VCR is turned off during the time you ve scheduled to record a program because the system turns the VCR on when it starts recording if it s already on when recording starts the system will turn it off e Make sure there is a tape in the VCR and that the VCR is connected properly 80 Chapter 5 References e Make sure VCR is tuned to the line input Don t change channels e Be sure that you set up the VCR in the GUIDE Plus Setup menus If you don t complete the Configuring for a VCR steps successfully the Record option won t be available Go to page 28 for detailed instructions e Ifa cable box is attached to your TV make sure you set it up correctly in the GUIDE Plus Setup menus Go to page 27 for detailed instructions e The guide comes up each time you turn on the TV You can disable the guide by going to the Auto on feature in the GUIDE Setup menu and select Review Options Doesn t tune to correct antenna input e Because of occasional irregular data the guide may inadvertently tune to the incorrect antenna input in the video window or when using CLEAR to exit the guide The Remote Control Doesn t Work e Something might be between the remote and the remote sensor on the component Make sure there is a clear path Maybe the remote isn t aimed directly at the component TV or VCR that you re trying to
170. t 75 Warranty limited 87 Web browser 58 59 controlling 59 Web browser block 55 Web browser using 58 Y Pb Pr jacks 19 Universal remote programming to control other brands of components 35 URLs saving 58 USA V Chip TV ratings 49 V V Chip 48 Age Based Ratings 49 Blocking age based 51 Blocking Movies 52 Canada 49 53 Content Themes 49 USA 49 USA TV ratings 49 Viewing age based rating 51 V chip display 42 V Chip rating screen 50 V Chip unrated program 54 Variable Output 12 Variable Fixed out 69 VCR 23 Guide Plus system 28 VCR button 40 VCR connection 11 VCR PLUS button 33 VCR remote codes 40 VCRI button 33 Vibrant picture setting 64 VIDEO 21 Video connections 9 VIDEO INPUT 2 AUDIO INPUT 2 21 VIDEO INPUT 3 21 VIDEO INPUTI AUDIO INPUT 1 21 VIDEO INPUT4 AUDIO INPUT 4 21 92 Chapter 5 Visit the RCA website at www rca com Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton This will only add delays in service for your product Thomson Inc 10330 North Meridian Street Indianapolis IN 46290 N gt 2003 Thomson Inc Trademark s Registered THOMSON Marca s Registrada s Printed in USA TOCOM 16314760 THOMSON Q
171. t connector and supports some digital signals The format is used for direct digital connections between source video and provides a higher quality image than analog It eliminates the analog conversion process and improves the connection You should know e A DVI cable has a 15 feet 5 meters distance limitation e Audio information is carried separately therefore connect audio left and right cables Chapter 1 17 Connections amp Setup Explanation of Input Jacks and Cables This section describes the jacks and cables you might use to make connections cables may be ordered separately by using the order form on page 85 There are several ways to connect components to your TV Different jacks and cables provide a different level of performance It s important to remember the different degrees of picture improvement for comparison The component jacks are considered an excellent improvement S Video and composite jacks are considered very good while connecting components with the antenna RF connection is good VIDEO INPUT 5 DVI HDTV Digital Audio Output Jack Uu Wr UC NEC ETHERNET El 2 DVI HDTV Digital Visual Interface High Definition Television Connector DVI HDTV is an uncompressed high speed digital visual interface designed to deliver digital video in its native format It supports the overlay of high resolution graphics used by some program guides and interactive components Note Remember t
172. tely 33 and the vertical size increases by approximately 33 Notes There is no ability provided to change the screen format for a 16 9 video signal since it fills up the entire area of the TV s screen The FORMAT button on the remote gives you access to change the format with a one button press rather than navigating through the menu system Normal and Stretch do not affect Record Output Zoom may alter the original video Some programs are copy protected and cannot be recorded If the REC icon in the banner is dim a recording cannot be made because of copy protection limits If REC icon is bright the program can be recorded The format of some video cannot be changed even though it appears to be a 4 3 aspect ratio picture Use the FORMAT button to view screen formats Zoom Stretch other than those with side panels Some video formats may not be able to be changed with the FORMAT button Y Closed Captioning D screen Format Record Output A Color Scheme 5 Translucency 6 Menu Language 7 Digital Channel Info 8 Lamp Power Main Menu Preferences Cropped Recording Center Cut Anamorphic Mode Recording You can record analog and digital programs by connecting the RECORD OUTPUT jacks to a video recorder All signal sources can be recorded except for Input 5 DVI HDTV and some component video formats 16 9 images can be recorded in one of two ways Cropped records the center of a 16 9 image and is best for
173. the volume In effect you are telling the TV remote to retrieve and send volume commands from the a v receiver whenever the TV remote is in DVD mode 36 Chapter 2 Q PIP SWAP CH CTRL SKIP DDOD D SOUND FREEZE VCR SA g FORMAT INFO CLEAR TI 2 z m a m 9 GO Ci BACK L y N D EI LJ 2 3 c zm m m zx a m d Using the Remote Control Therefore after you ve successfully set up the Volume Punchthrough feature whenever the TV remote is in DVD mode press the DVD button and you want to adjust the volume you only have to press the VOL or VOL buttons Follow the instructions below to set up Volume Punchthrough 1 IMPORTANT First you must program the AUDIO button on the TV s remote control to operate your audio receiver or amplifier Go to page 34 for instructions If you can t program this remote to operate your audio receiver Volume Punchthrough won t work 2 While setting up Volume Punchthrough it s best to point the remote away from components 3 Decide which mode the remote will be in when the volume from the audio receiver punches through The mode will be one of the component buttons TV DVD SAT CAB VCR or AUX 4 Press and hold the VOL button Keep pressing VOL while you press and release the component button you chose in step 3 TV DVD SAT CAB or AUX 5 Press and re
174. tions The Closed Captioning menu lets you set preferences for hoW captions look and act Press OK to continue 2 Analog Captions 3 Digital Captions A Caption Priority 5 Caption Style Main Menu gt Preferences _ Closed Captioning Closed Captioning On O Closed Captioning Off On When Muted You can choose when closed captioning information should be displayed on the screen Note Not all programs have closed captioning and closed captioning is not supported on Input 5 DVI HDTV Caption Display lets you select whether closed captioning is displayed when it is available Press OK to continu T Caption Display 3 Digital Captions Caption Priority 5 Caption Style Main Menu Preferences _ Closed Captioning Q cc You can select a mode or source of Occ closed captions for analog TV programs O cc If the Caption Priority feature is set 9 cca to Use the analog captions then the text analog caption mode you select is also used for digital TV programs O Text 2 Note CCI and Text 1 are the Text 3 primary caption and text services Text 4 Press 4 or to point to an option then press OK to select it Press to return to the menu Using the TV s Menu System Preferences Menu The Preferences menu allows you to change some aspects of your TV to fit your personal preferences Features in the Preferenc
175. tor There are two scenarios for why the power light would blink Light blinks slowly you ve tried to turn on the TV when the lamp unit is cooling Wait approximately 30 seconds and the TV will turn on automatically when the cooldown cycle is complete Light blinks slowly for several seconds pauses for about a minute blinks again and pauses for about a minute the TV is trying to connect with the lamp unit One of two things will happen The power light will start flashing for approximately 1 minute this means the lamp unit needs to be replaced go to page 84 for ordering information e The TV will turn on the TV has successfully connected with the lamp unit Buttons don t work e If you re using the remote control press the TV button first to make sure the remote is in TV mode e The front panel controls may be locked disabled Use the remote control to unlock the front panel controls by selecting the Front Button Block in the Parental Controls menu and choosing Front Buttons Unblocked e Unplug the TV for five minutes and then plug it back in Turn the TV on and try again TV turns off while playing e Sleep Timer Wake up Timer or Watch feature may have been activated Go to page 45 or 69 for instructions e Electronic protection circuit may have been activated because of a power surge Wait 30 seconds and then turn on again If this happens frequently the voltage in your house may be abnormally high or low e The sleep
176. turned off Check the FIXED VARIABLE OUT control panel in the Audio menu No picture sound okay e Ifthe indicator on the front of the TV is blinking the lamp inside of your TV may need to be changed Go to page 84 for ordering information No sound picture okay e Maybe the sound is muted Try pressing the volume up button to restore sound e Maybe the speakers are turned off in the Audio menu Check the FIXED VARIABLE OUT control panel in the Audio menu e If using an S Video connection DVI HDTV component video and composite video remember to also connect the component s L and R AUDIO OUT jacks to the TV s L and R INPUT jacks e Check the position of the INT W EXT SURR and EXT switch on the back of the TV e Make sure the correct Audio Processor mode Mono Stereo SRS SRS FOCUS and SRS TruSurround is selected Can t select certain channel e May be blocked or not approved in the Parental Controls menu e If using a VCR check to make sure the TV VCR button on the VCR is in the correct mode press the TV VCR button on your VCR e You can t change channels when a menu is on the screen press the CLEAR button Noisy stereo reception e May be a weak station Use Audio menu to choose Mono sound Chapter 5 79 References No picture no sound but TV is on e Maybe the cable air function is set to the wrong position Select GUIDE Plus Menu from the Main menu select the GUIDE Plus Setup option and provide the correct info
177. ulse Code Modulation audio receiver that uses an optical cable type input connect an optical cable for excellent audio quality shown on opposite page 1 Connect one end of the optical cable to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack on your TV to the DIGITAL OPTICAL INPUT Jack on your receiver amplifier receiver e If your receiver can decode Dolby Digital and PCM go to Audio menu select Digital Audio Output and select AutoSelect recommended or PCM option e If your receiver can decode only PCM go to Audio menu select Digital Audio Output and select PCM option 2 If you want to use your TV as the Center Channel use speaker wire to connect the audio receivers CENTER SPEAKER OUTPUT to the TV s CENTER CHANNEL INPUT as shown on the opposite page e Switch INTERNAL SPEAKER SOURCE to EXT AMP 3 Use speaker wire to connect the Audio Video receiver to external front and rear speakers Refer to your audio receiver manual to complete speaker hookup to the receiver Caution DO NOT connect your audio video receiver s outputs or center channel output to the red and black EXTERNAL SPEAKERS OUTPUT on the TV Damage to the TV may result OR How to Connect TV A V Receiver Speakers Use TV as Center Channel 1 Connect the FIXED VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT from the TV to an A V receiver using audio cables 2 Be sure to go to the Fixed Variable Out screen in the Audio menu and select whether you want the FIXED VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT jacks to send fixed volume au
178. umber and are both listed in the Antenna A B List screens Editing Channels in the Channel Lists All the lists are only editable through the Unlocked List and Locked List in the Parental Controls menu You can remove or hide a channel from the Unlocked List by removing the checkmark in the checkbox Also you can remove or hide a channel from the Locked List by selecting Blocked in the Locked List When you press the channel buttons that channel will be skipped When the TV is locked you can still access the channel directly by using the number buttons on the remote control but may not be able to see the video until a valid password is entered You can also add ALL or delete ALL channels in a list by changing the checkbox or choice field in the line that says All channels but be very careful because you could erase all of your selections Notes The Guide Plus system and Parental Controls both have a channel selection feature The Channel feature in the GUIDE Plus system controls which channels appear in the guide and has no effect on which channels appear in the channel lists and vice versa If a cable box is connected to Antenna A the channel list can be edited for Antenna A in the Parental Controls menu If a cable box is connected via INPUT1 the channel list cannot be edited You can only use channel up down or use the number buttons How V Chip Works for the USA and Canada The V Chip software reads a code that most broadca
179. unit or cable modem and a subscription to an ISP Internet Service Provider DSL cable modem and ISP subscription sold separately The browser has limitations and might not be able to interpret all files such as streaming audio and video To get the most out of your HDTV s web browser purchase the keyboard model KBR755TA1 designed specifically for your TV go to page 84 for ordering information Audio System Enjoy the great sound system in your HDTV with 30 watts total power Your HDTV has front speakers with two 1 tweeters and two 5 midrange drivers to create incredible sound A 7 band on screen graphic equalizer allows customization of the sound quality TruSurround provides surround sound technology and with two rear speaker outputs enjoy the feeling of full surround Record Output Jacks Because the VCRs in most households are analog and can t interpret digital signals recording HDTV broadcasts wasn t possible without purchasing additional equipment That s why RCA added Record Output Jacks to this HDTV the RECORD OUTPUT with its AUDIO OUT L R jacks enable you to record both analog and digital programs to an analog VCR RCA understands how you watch TV and what is necessary to make the transition to HDTV seamless What s Next If you didn t have your HDTV professionally installed go to Chapter 1 for instructions The rest of this User s Guide explains the features in more detail the remote control and
180. ust be in U S currency only No COD or CASH cS Remote Control This is Accessory Order Form e585 the remote control that came Description Part No Price Qty Total DC packed with your TV Screw on antenna cable 3 ft VH81 3 95 ee Replacements or spares can a Ya Se t be ordered as needed Screw on antenna cable 6 ft VH82 4 95 d Push on antenna cable 6 ft VH89 5 95 Weatherproof F Connector 2 D905 5 95 Monaural VCR Dubbing Cable 6 ft VH83 5 95 RCR615TBLMI1 Stereo VCR Dubbing Cable 6 ft VH84 9 95 S Video Cable 6 ft VH976 7 95 2 way Signal Splitter s video Cable 12 ft VH913 14 95 4 way Signal Splitter Y 91g P 2 way Signal Splitter VH47 3 95 helps you connect to other components 4 way Signal Splitter VH49 6 95 Amplified Antenna ANT200 49 95 Antenna Mixer 193984 11 15 2 way Splitter VH47 4 way Splitter VH49 Remote Control RCR615TBLM1 260956 34 99 Optical SPDIF Cable 3 ft DV3 15 95 Optical SPDIF Cable 6 ft DV6 19 95 Amplified VHF UHF FM AudioeVideo Adapter 228449 4 45 Antenna allows you to Diplexer D920 19 95 easily switch from the antenna signal to cable or Network Category 6 Cable 3 ft TP603 14 95 satellite easily without Network Category 6 Cable 6 ft TP606N 19 95 disconnecting antenna Network Category 6 Cable 25 ft TP625N 29 95 Prices are subject to change without notice All accessories are subject to avail
181. uttons e Remove Highlight the Watch or Record timer you wish to remove from the schedule and press the Blue button on the remote e Change Highlight the Watch or Record timer you wish to change and press the Green button on the remote to toggle the frequency between the following choices DAILY records the same program each day Monday through Friday ONCE records only on that day WEEKLY records each week at the same day and time REGULARLY records the program each week at the same day and time only if the title is the same Channels You can customize the channel listing by enabling or disabling the display of certain channels For instance you may disable channels that you never watch Use the action buttons to remove replace or change channels Any changes in the guide Channels only affect the program guide display and not the channel lists in the television s Main Menu Setup The Setup menu allows you to access the GUIDE Plus setup information You can do the following in the Setup menu e Change system settings Confirms the settings you completed in the GUIDE Plus system setup are correct e Change channel display Displays the Channel Editor which lets you choose which channels are highlighted e Review options Displays the GUIDE Plus auto display options On Automatically displays the GUIDE Plus system when you press the ONeOFF or TV button on the remote control Off Disables the GUIDE Plus system from bein
182. uttons on your remote to enter letters and press the right arrow button to go to the next space The left arrow button also moves the highlight to the left Step 2 Configuring for Cable The next series of screens asks you about your cable setup To supply your TV with the correct TV program listings the GUIDE Plus system needs to know if your TV is connected to a cable TV connection Notes If you re using a cable box leave it on so you can receive program information If you have two off air antennas connected one to ANTENNA A and one to ANTENNA B and you aren t getting the guide listings try swapping the antennas You cannot tune to digital channels from the GUIDE Plus system if you have cable service or a cable box connected unless an off air antenna is connected to Antenna B 1 If your TV is connected to cable highlight Yes and press OK If your TV isn t connected to cable highlight No and press OK STEP 3 Configuring for a VCR appears go to page 28 2 If you have a cable box connected to this TV highlight Yes and press OK Notes The next series of screens is very important because the GUIDE Plus system must find the correct cable box information in order to receive the correct TV program listings If you don t have a cable box connected to this TV highlight No and press OK STEP 3 Configuring for a VCR appears go to page 28 3 Highlight the channel on ANTENNA A where you have to tune your TV to see cable
183. when the VCR key is pressed on the remote T Antenna Info 2 Channel Search 3 Software Upgrade Signal Source 6 Auto Tuning 8 Special Features O Ethernet Setup Main Menu Connections The 1394 Setup menu has screens for setting up DTV Link and IEEE 1394 devices to work with the TV DTVLink Connect Set an analog input for a DTVLink device 1394 Recording Pick a device to receive remote commands Press OK or to access the 1394 Setup menu Initial Channel 2 Initial Volume Main Menu gt Connections Special Features Select what should occur when power is restored to the TV Off Initial Channel is disabled On Go to last input or channel selected On Go to FAA Channel EEF Sub channel EEE Press 4 or to point to an option then press OK to select it Press to return to the menu 3 Proxy Server Main Menu Connections Ethernet Setup Some Internet Service Providers phone cable company may require you to provide them with your TV s Ethernet MAC Media Access Control address and assign you with a device host name to enter below This is usually NOT required if connecting to an ISP through an Ethernet gateway device e g router supporting NAT PAT sometimes referred to as a DSL Cable Modem router This is your device s MAC address 00112233445 If your Ethernet gateway device supp
184. when the TV shuts off as set by the Sleep Timer in Time menu Current time if the Time feature is set in Time menu or GUIDE Plus system is set up Current channel subchannel and the station call letters if available Notes The station call letters may be unfamiliar to you this is normal The channel number display in the GUIDE Plus system and the banner may not match because the GUIDE Plus system and banner may use different tuning mechanisms Channel logo or label Gf available and if the GUIDE Plus Label has been turned ON in the GUIDE Plus menu Tracks for 1394 recordings Type of signal Antenna A B Air Cable you re viewing what input jack has a component connected Displays when Closed Captioning is available on the current channel and matches the format selected in the Caption Priority menu SAP or Audio language icon appears when the current analog channel is broadcasting SAP Second Audio Program information or when current digital channel is broadcasting an alternate audio track respectively Displays when SAP is available for analog channel For a digital channel displays the currently playing audio language Changes with SOUND button Also shows Audio Processor setting only when set to Variable Output Sound mode icons mono stereo Dolby surround four channel surround 4 1 channel surround five channel surround etc Appears when a program can be recorded otherwise it is grayed out Red when the TV is locke
185. ws stories by headline 1 Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight a story Use the up and down arrows to browse the list one story at a time Use the channel up and down buttons to browse through the list one page at a time S Crime Rate Fall FEATURES Final Day for Mideast Negotiati Military Morale Continues to Fal L AEN 911 Gets Non Emergency Calls au i Nicholson Chosen for Award 2 Press the right arrow button or the INFO button to see all of the text y Ea Smart Foods Promise More T al z V Guide Plus Oral Cancer Linked with Virus E Bw BN l The Magic of Family Travel for the story Note If available MSNBC is tuned while using the News feature Messages Occasionally you receive messages regarding your GUIDE Plus system as well as special programming information You can access these messages from the Messages menu on the Menu bar Promotions The Promotions menu displays a list of all the promotions available through the GUIDE Plus system Highlight the Promotions menu and then use the down arrow to scroll through the list When the promotion you want to view is highlighted press INFO the promotional information appears on screen Press the right arrow button to return to the Promotions list 46 Chapter 3 Using the TV s Features Schedule The Schedule menu allows you to alter the programs for either viewing or recording programs Schedule Menu Action B
186. your DVD Player to your TV Connect the DVD player s component Y P P and audio outputs to INPUT 3 on the TV using component cables If your DVD player has composite audio video and an S Video output use INPUTS 1 or 2 and use the S VIDEO jack instead of the VIDEO jack Notes If you are using an S Video cable INPUT 1 or 2 or component video cables you must also use audio cables The S Video cable and component video cables only transfer video information If your DVD player has a component video output we recommend you use the component video input on the TV instead of the composite video or S Video connection Don t forget to also connect audio cables when using the component video cables Connect your VCR to your TV A Connect the VCR s audio video outputs to INPUT 1 audio video on the TV using composite audio video cables B Connect the VCR s audio video inputs to RECORD OUTPUT on the TV This enables recording of digital programs unless copy protected using DVI HDTV or component video formats as well as analog programs Viewing the Components 1 Turn on the TV and the component s you want to view 2 Press the TV button on the remote control 3 Press the INPUT button on the remote control to scroll through the Video Input Channels The VCR can be viewed on the INPUT 1 channel e The DVD player can be viewed on the INPUT 3 channel Note You can set up the TV to automatically tune to the correct Video Input Channel Thi
187. your unit outside the United States e This warranty does not apply Contact your dealer for warranty information Service calls which do not involve defective materials or workmanship are not covered by this warranty Costs of such service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser Care and Cleaning CAUTION Turn OFF your TV before cleaning You can clean the TV as required using a soft lint free cloth Be sure to occasionally dust the ventilation slots in the cabinet to help assure adequate ventilation The TV s screen may be cleaned with a soft lint free cloth as well Take care not to scratch or mar the screen If necessary you may use a cloth dampened with warm water Never use strong cleaning agents such as ammonia based cleaners or abrasive powder These types of cleaners will damage the TV While cleaning do not spray liquid directly on the screen or allow liquid to run down the screen and inside the TV Also avoid placing drinks or vases with water on top of the TV This could increase the risk of fire or shock hazard or damage to the TV 88 Chapter 5 References FCC Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if

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