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RCA D40W15B Flat Panel Television User Manual

1. 2 ortu 41 RCA HDTV Monitor Limited Warranty 42 Accessory Information eese 44 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 e Turn off the TV and or component before you connect or disconnect any cables e Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded Refer to the Important Safety Instructions on page 1 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 e If you place components above the TV route all cables down the side of the back of the TV instead of straight down the middle of the TV e If your antenna uses 300 ohm twin lead cables do not coil the cables Also keep the twin lead cables away from audio video cables Important Stand and Base Safety Information Choose the location for your TV carefully Place the TV on a stand or base that is of adequate size and stre
2. 6 When you are finished creating your label press OK Select Go back to go to the Auto Convergence menu Auto Convergence Your TV s picture tubes might have been disturbed during delivery or after you moved the TV causing the color in your TV to be out of alignment The colors adjust by starting auto convergence iy Go back d Automatic convergence IMPORTANT Auto convergence works best once the TV has warmed up Press lt or gt key to launch the automatic for at least an hour If you ve just unpacked your TV it s a good idea to convergence The process takes about 1min repeat the Auto convergence function when the TV s been running for at Pressing OK before the end will stop the least an hour See page 38 for more information about Auto convergence process and keep old settings 5 es D 22 2 gt c e 5 o E C 1 Press OK to begin auto convergence 2 When the auto convergence is complete the Red center convergence menu appears The cross in the middle of the screen should be yellow If it is not Note use the arrow buttons to move the red cross to overlap the green cross Press OK when adjustments are complete If you re using an HD source such as an HDTV tuner or HDTV satellite receiver on the 3 The Blue center convergence menu appears with a cyan cross in the middle CMPNT or DVI input you should run Auto of the screen If it is not use the arrow buttons to move the blue cross
3. AUXeHD Puts the remote in AUX HD mode As a default this button controls some models of RCA HDTV Tuners It can also be programmed to operate some brands of an additional remote controllable components The Autotuning feature for this button works only with HDTV tuners see page 24 for more information on Autotuning CH or CH Scans up or down through the current channel list Press once to change the channel up or down press and hold to continue changing channels In DVD mode Gf programmed these buttons work as chapter advance or chapter reverse buttons with some DVD players CLEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns you to normal viewing Also exits PIP or POP if no menu is displayed DVD Puts the remote in DVD mode and if Autotuning is enabled will turn on the TV and tune to the correct input channel FREEZE When watching TV freezes the picture until you press any button on the remote to resume normal TV viewing The FREEZE feature automatically times out after a short time Please note that when you unfreeze you go back to live programming skipping any programming that occurred during the freeze Note The FREEZE feature does not work on signals from the DVI HDTV CMP1 or CMP2 inputs in progressive scan 480p or HDTV 1080i modes Do not use the Freeze feature for an extended period of time This can cause the image to be permanently imprinted on the picture tube Such damage is not covered by your
4. Go back Channel setup Preferences 24 Set DVD Cbannel Lets you set up the channel the TV tunes to when you Closed caption s press the VCR button Autotuning Convergence r Set AUX HD Channel Lets you set up the channel the TV tunes to when you press the AUX HD button Choose which component button you would like to set Press the right arrow button to select the choice that matches the way you have the component connected to this TV and press OK You can select from the following inputs or channels Go back N A 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 input when you re using this component Set DVD channel viDi Set AUX HD channel VID2 Channel 3 or 4 Component is connected to the CABLE ANTENNA jack on the back of the TV and you want the TV to tune to channel 3 when you Press lt or gt key to select the input to be used for the DVD key press the corresponding button on the remote Reminder make sure the component s Channel 3 4 switch is set to channel 3 VIDI or VID2 Video Input Component is connected to a VIDEO or S Video jack on the back of the TV and you want the TV to tune to a VID input channel when you press the corresponding component button FRNT Front Video Input Component is connected to the VIDEO jack on the front of the TV and you want the TV to tune to the front VID input chan
5. Grapbics contained witbin tbis publication are for representation only 33 Using the TV s Nienu System Go back Sound Preset Equalizer Frequency range Go back Advanced picture settings Picture preset Black level Color Contrast Sharpness Color warmth Tint Go back F gt 3 Contrast expand Low Scan Velocity Modulation xy Autoformat vd Video noise reduction Minimum Optimized still picture i Auto skin tone M Film mode 3 2 Pulldown Advanced Adv pict settings Tip If the picture is switching screen formats abruptly during normal TV viewing switch the Autoformat feature off Sound logic Reduces the annoying blasts in volume during commercial breaks and also amplifies softer sounds in program material Eliminates the need to constantly adjust the volume Dynamic bass Enhances your TV s low frequency response The options are Off Medium and Higb Headpbone settings Displays a choice list of available settings you can adjust Volume Bass and Treble The Headpbone sound option allows you to choose stereo mono or automatic These descriptions are same as for Sound Type see the previous page Graphic equalizer Allows you to choose a specific preset through the Sound Preset option Press the right arrow to cycle through the options Standard Movie Voice Music Flat Videogame Video camera and Personal The Frequency range displays the different treble and bass
6. HDTV Monitor User s Guide Changing Entertainment Again Important Information WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this product to rain or moisture Product Registration NUON m This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double insulation between RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK hazardous mains voltage and user DO NOT OPEN accessible parts When servicing use only identical replacement parts Caution To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove cover or back No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified service personnel This symbol indicates dangerous voltage inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that 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 Caution Using video games or any external accessory with fixed images for extended periods of time can cause them to be permanently imprinted on the picture tube or projection TV picture tubes ALSO some network program logos phone num
7. Any additional information should be obtained from your dealer Installation and related adjustments Signal reception problems not caused by your unit Damage from misuse or neglect Batteries Images burnt onto the screen A unit that has been modified or incorporated into other products A unit purchased or serviced outside the U S A Acts of nature such as but not limited to lightning damage Product Registration 42 Please complete the online Product Registration on RCA com or complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your unit It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only Chapter 5 Other Information Limitation of Warranty THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED 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 EMPLOYEES 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
8. Provides left audio connection when using the DVI jack The left audio connector is usually white e R Audio Provides right audio connection when using the DVI jack The right audio connector is usually red Note Remember to connect the left and right audio cables because the DVI cable carries only the picture signal not the sound EXTERNAL SPEAKERS D x e Right and Left Speaker Terminals Let you connect external left and right amp g p y g speakers to the TV to receive left and right sound RIGHT LEFT EXT INT EXTERNAL SPEAKERS e EXT INT switch Lets you turn the TV s internal speakers on or off EXT sends audio to external speakers only INT sends audio to the TV s internal speakers only Wired Wired IR This jack is for connecting a wired remote control system which is IR primarily for professional installers If you re using the remote that was included with your TV don t plug anything into this jack The Front of Your TV Front Input Jacks The TV has front inputs for convenience one set of audio video input jacks an S Video jack and a headphones jack The jacks are ideal for using a video game console or a camcorder Locate the jacks either on the front of the TV or on one of the sides To access the component you connected to the front of the TV press the INPUT button on your remote until FRNT appears on the screen Note When connecting a component that uses a monaural cable such as
9. TMK Toshiba Totevsion Unitech Vector Research Victor Video Concepts Videosonic Wards 2013 2014 2015 2021 2023 2026 2029 2055 2056 2061 2096 2101 2102 2103 2107 2116 2132 XR 1000 2021 2026 2061 Yamaha 2009 2010 2011 2018 2111 Zenith 2004 2098 2104 2119 2128 DVvDcodes Programmable for the DVD and AUXeHD buttons Hitachi JVC Konka Magnavox Mitsubishi Panasonic Philips 3002 3010 3011 3012 3003 3004 3013 3003 3019 3021 3022 Pioneer 3005 Proscan 3000 RCA 035 3001 Samsung 3025 Sony 3006 3015 3016 Toshiba Zenith 3007 3017 3020 3018 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only CableBox Codes Programmable for the AUXeHD button pucp M 5002 5003 5004 5006 5053 PEATSE TIE AREER EIA AE AEE 5008 5009 Archer 5010 Cableview Colour Voice Comtronic Contec Eastern GC Electronics Gemini General Insttuiment ane rettet esee ena S 5003 Harlin rne 5020 5021 5022 5028 5035 5045 Hitachi Jerrold Magnavox Memorex Movie Time NEC NSC Oak Panasonic Philips 5003 5018 5023 5024 5046 5053 i 5025 5007 5047 5049 5052 Realistic Regal Regency Rembra
10. channel Go to page 17 for more information Preferences Language Displays a choice list that lets you select your preferred language for the menus English Espanol or Francais Maximum TV volume Allows you to set how high volume turns up when you press the VOL button Highlight Maximum volume then press and hold OK to hear the maximum volume Make sure the volume has not been muted or turned down all the way Continues on next page Chapter 4 Grapbics contained witbin tbis publication are for representation only 37 Using the TV s Short term vs Long term Power Outages The Auto channel and Auto volume settings don t take effect after short term power outages usually less than two to three minutes The TV will turn back on at the same volume and channel as before the power outage The Auto channel and Auto volume settings take effect after power outages of several minutes or more y Go back Closed caption setting e Closed caption mode s On always CC3 Press lt or gt key to select the closed caption setting Go back Channel setup Preferences Closed caption Autotuning Convergence 38 Menu System Curtain effect Reveals the picture by opening it from the middle of the screen when the TV is switched on Hides the picture by closing it from the sides when the TV is switched off Special features The Auto on setting switches your TV on after a power outage Auto cha
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12. 3 2 Pulldown Automatically detects video sources that were originally recorded on film like most movies and subsequently converted to a different format for TV broadcast for example Film mode processes the converted signal so that it looks as close as possible to the original Another name for this process is reverse 3 2 pulldown Advanced recommended enables the feature only when the TV detects that movie playback quality could be improved Advanced is the default setting The On setting should only be used in rare circumstances when the TV is used solely with film based sources like DVDs on a non progressive scan player The Offsetting turns off film mode upconversion Try using this setting if you think the reverse 3 2 pulldown is causing distortions in your picture Note Autoformat and Video noise reduction are available for CMP1 and CMP2 inputs only if the signal is 480i Picture Presets Displays a choice list that lets you select one of the preset picture settings Vibrant Cinematic Natural Sports Videogame Video Camera or Personal Choose the setting that is best for your viewing environment You can set a different picture preset for each input including one for your regular TV channels Black Level Adjusts the brightness of the picture Color Adjusts the richness of the color Contrast Adjusts the difference between the light and dark areas of the picture Sharpness Adjusts the crispness of the edges in the pict
13. AVR Picture Projection System The result is the ultimate in true to life picture performance that provides the optimum picture resolution from each digital source connected to your TV terrestrial DVD satellite and or cable TruScan Digital Reality Picture performance starts with signal processing TruScan Digital Reality intelligent signal processing recognizes incoming video signals and progressively converts them to achieve optimum digital picture performance It enhances the picture quality and makes you feel as if you re close to the real thing 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 AVR Picture Projection System The Accurate Visual Reality high definition picture projection system offers a brighter picture then conventional CRTs cathode ray tubes These tubes creates brilliant lifelike fidelity The AVR 4 lens system is designed to complement the CRTs providing accurate colors and razor sharp focus everywhere on the screen DVI HDTV Input Lets you connect a component with a DVI Digital Visual Interface output DVI provides an uncompressed digital video interface developed for high bandwidth digital connection It supports the overlay of high resolution graphics needed by some electronic program guide navigation and other interactive services DVI
14. 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 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 This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state If you purchased your unit outside the United States 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 Chapter 5 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only 43 Other Information Accessory Information There are various accessories available to complement your HDTV Monitor Prices are subject to change without notice All accessories are subject to availability A shipping and handling fee will be charged upon ordering and we are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for each individual state county an
15. 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 the next page e The front panel controls may be locked disabled Use the remote control to unlock the front panel controls by selecting the Front Panel Block in the Parental Control menu and press OK to uncheck the box e The TV might be performing a periodic diagnostic check Wait for a few minutes for the TV to turn on Buttons don t work e f 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 Panel Block in the Parental Control menu and press OK to uncheck the box e Unplug the TV for ten minutes and then plug it back in Turn the TV on and try again TV turns off unexpectedly e Sleep timer may have been activated Go to page 36 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 Unplug Wait ten minutes Plug in again TV turns on unexpectedly e Wake up timer might have been activated Go to page 36 for instructions e Auto on might have been activated Go to page 38 for instructions e You might have pressed CH CH or IN
16. Volume levels can be controlled by the volume controls on the TV and TV remote control OR 2 Use speaker wire to connect the TV to external speakers e The EXT INT switch beside the jacks let you turn the TV s internal speakers on or off If you connect external speakers slide the switch to EXT so the audio is sent to the external speakers only Choosing INT sends the audio to the TV s speakers only Note The external speaker rating is 8 ohms with 15 watts power handling capabilities AN RECEIVER COMPONENT INPUTS COMPOSITE INPUTS SUED Y 7 e Connect to either FIXED g or VARIABLE Output 12 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only Chapter 1 Connections amp Setup Explanation of Jacks in alphabetical order This section describes the jacks you can use to make connections There are several ways to connect components to your TV AUDIO VIDEO OUTPUT rig AUDIO o VARIABLE EO O O COMPONENT INPUTS COMPOSITE INPUTS S VIDEO v L RJ vID1 DOO ANTENNA CABLE Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from the antenna cable cable box or if using the examples on pages 6 11 a VCR AUDIO VIDEO OUTPUT Lets you connect an amplifier or audio receiver for improved sound quality or an external video monitor FIXED AUDIO L R Provides fixed level audio output f
17. and the remote sensor on the component Make sure there is a clear path e Maybe the remote isn t aimed directly at the component TV VCR DVD player etc that you re trying to operate Maybe remote is not in TV Mode Press the TV button so remote will control TV e Maybe batteries in remote are weak dead or installed incorrectly Put new batteries in the remote Note if you remove the batteries you may have to reprogram the remote to operate other components e You might need to drain the remote s microprocessor remove batteries and press the number 1 button for at least 60 seconds Release the 1 button replace the batteries and Gf necessary program the remote again e Make sure there s nothing plugged into the WIRED IR jack on the TV s back panel The remote that came with your TV won t work if anything is plugged into this jack Problems with V Chip Parental Control The rating limits don t work e You must lock the settings Go to the MAIN MENU press MENU on your remote select Parental Control select Lock Parental Controls don t remember my password and I want to unlock the TV e If you forget your password press MENU then select Parental Control the password entry screen appears Simultaneously press and hold CH and VOL on the TV s front panel for 8 seconds The Parental control menu appears on the screen and you can re enter a password via Lock Parental Controls The V Chip won t let me watch a program ev
18. bands set for each Sound Preset option You can choose a band and make adjustments When you make adjustments the Sound Preset option automatically changes to Personal Press the left or right arrow button to select the frequency Bass 100Hz Mid Bass 500Hz Medium 1 5kHz Mid Treble 5kHz Treble 10kHz you want to adjust Then use the up or down arrow button to adjust the level To view the frequency range of another Sound Preset option press the right or left arrow until no band is selected and Frequency range is highlighted Then press the up arrow to highlight Sound Preset Picture Menu The Picture menu contains menus and controls to configure the following video settings Advanced picture settings Picture presets Black level Color Contrast Sharpness Color Warmth and Tint The Picture menu options apply to the video for the main TV and video input selections Advanced picture settings Contrast expand You can adjust the contrast of the picture to suit the light of the room Press the right arrow to choose which of the following best describes the lighting in the room Zow Medium or Higb Scan Velocity Modulation Improves the sharpness of the picture by changing the speed of the cathode ray tube s electron beam when it transitions between dark and light areas of the screen Choose to have it on box checked or off box unchecked depending on your preference Autoformat When enabled box checked the TV automatically detects
19. components to your TV 2 way Signal Splitter helps you connect to a second TV or VCR Amplified VHF UHF FM Antenna allows you to easily switch from the antenna signal to cable or satellite easily without disconnecting antenna ANT200 price 49 95 Remote Control This is the remote control that came packed with your TV Replacements or spares can be ordered as needed 261669 price 28 25 Standard Audio Video cable with RCA type phono plugs VH83 6 ft mono price 5 95 VH84 6 ft stereo price 9 95 miti Chapter 5 A A V receiver 12 Accessories 44 Age based ratings 28 Amplifier 33 ANTENNA CABLE 14 35 Arrow buttons 18 32 Audio Video cables 44 Audio jacks Front 14 Outputs fixed variable 14 Autoformat 34 40 Automatic code search 20 Autotuning 24 25 38 Auto channel search 16 37 Auto channel update 37 Auto convergence 17 38 Auto on 38 Auto skin tone 35 AUX HD button 18 25 Balance 33 Black level 35 C Cables Audio Video 5 44 Coaxial 5 44 Component video 5 44 DVI 5 S Video 5 44 Canadian V Chip ratings 26 30 English system 29 French system 30 Care and cleaning 41 Channel banner 24 Channel Guide menu 36 Channel number 24 Channel setup 37 CLEAR button 18 Closed captions 24 38 CMP1 CMP2 inputs 13 25 Coaxial cable 5 44 Codes for the remote 23 Color 35 Color warmth 35 Commercial skip 19 24 Component buttons 19
20. convergence separately tor atus Well to overlap the green cross Press OK the TV tunes to the last selected Tune to the input you re using for the HD source then go to page 38 for information available channel in the channel list on Auto convergence Chapter 1 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only 17 Using the Remote Control Indicator 18 The Buttons on the Remote Control 0 9 Number Buttons Enter channel numbers and time settings directly through the remote control To enter a one digit channel enter a zero first To enter a two digit channel press the two digits To enter a three digit channel press and hold the 1 button until 1 and two dashes appear then add the second two digits Example to tune to channel 123 press and hold 1 until 1 appears release the 1 button and then press 2 and 3 ANTENNA In VCR mode Gf programmed this button works as a TV VCR button for some VCRs In SAT mode Gf programmed this button works as a TV SAT button for some satellite receivers Arrows Used to highlight different items in the TV menu and to adjust the menu controls The up and down arrows move the PIP window when no menus are on the screen When watching TV without the PIP window or menu system in use the left and right arrows ZOOM and ZOOM change the current format of the screen 4 3 Zoom 14 9 Zoom 16 9 Zoom 16 9 v Cinerama regular mode 16 9
21. may be more appropriate for children who have acquired the developmental skills needed to distinguish between TV Y7 pies l f 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 TV Y 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 Chapter 3 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only 27 Using the TV s Features Blocking Age Based Ratings Status D L You can automatically block all program ratings above a specified age TV MA View based rating level To block programs with higher ratings A _ Go back ee Nie x i 1 Press the up or down arrow button to scroll to the rating TV G Van corresponding with the lowest rating you do not want the child to Tv Y7 View waten TV Y View 2 Press the OK button to toggle between View and Block The status amp for the rating listed to the left and all higher ratings automatically oe Press OK to view block programs with this rating changes to Block and amp 3 Use the up down arrow buttons to highlight Go back and press OK 4 Select Lock Parental Controls from the Parental Control menu for rating limits to take effect Hierarchy of Age Based Ratings Viewing Age Based Ratings After you block age based ratings you ca
22. off after a given amount of time Time Lets you enter the current time If it is eight o clock for example you must first enter the number zero then number eight Use the OK button to choose between AM and PM Wake up timer Lets you set the TV to turn itself on When you turn on Wake up timer the following options appear Wake up time Lets you set the time you want the TV to turn itself on Wake up duration Lets you set how long you want the TV to stay on when it turns on Channel number Lets you select a specific channel the TV tunes to when the wake up timer is set Daily Lets you choose if you want the wake up timer to turn on daily Note The Wake up timer is available only when the time has been set Parental Control Menu The Parental Control Menu was explained in Chapter 3 Go to page 26 for more information Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only Chapter 4 Go back DYE Ye f Wala alot PIP PIP channel 86 CHO086 PIP Size Medium PIP Position Top right Go back Channel setup Preferences Closed caption Autotuning Convergence Channel setup Go back Signal type Auto channel search Auto channel update List and labels To automatically search for the available channels press OK Attention Auto channel search erases the existing channel list Go back So Language English Maximum TV volume mmm Curtain effect ba Special features P
23. some camcorders use the Left mono input jack to get sound from both speakers PHONES Allows you to connect headphones to listen to the sound coming from the TV To adjust volume control of the headphones press the VOL or VOL button the volume display appears Press the arrow up or down button the headphone volume display appears then press the right or left arrow button to adjust the headphone volume VIDEO in Receives video from another component such as a camcorder video game console or VCR L MONO and R AUDIO Receives audio from another component such as a camcorder video game console or VCR S VIDEO in Allows you to connect an S Video cable from another component Make sure you also connect audio cables from the component to the TV Note Do not connect an S Video and a regular video cable to the FRNT jacks at the same time 14 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only Chapter 1 Connections amp Setup Front Panel Buttons If you cannot locate your remote you can use the front panel buttons of your TV to operate many of the TV s features MENU OK Brings up the Main menu In the menu system it selects highlighted items CH v Scans down through the current channel list In the menu system acts like down arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls CH Scans up through the channel list In the menu system acts like up arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu c
24. than the video jacks VID1 and 2 Video because the color part of the picture is separated from the black and white part of the picture When using VID1 S VIDEO make sure to connect left and right audio cables to the VID1 L MONO and R Audio Input jacks VID1 V Video Provides composite video connection The video connector is usually yellow VID2 S VIDEO V and L MONO and R Audio Allows you to connect a component such as a VCR DVD player or laserdisc player Their description is the same as VID1 above Note For each VID jack group VID1 and VID2 you may connect either an S Video or Video cable Do not connect both at the same time in either of the VID jack roups sii Continues on next page Chapter 1 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only 13 Connections amp Setup DVI HDTV Input Lets you connect an HDTV Tuner with a DVI output e DVI Digital Visual Interface Provides an uncompressed digital video interface developed for high bandwidth digital connection It supports the overlay of high resolution graphics needed by some electronic program guide navigation and other interactive services DVI when combined with HDCP High bandwidth Digital Content Protection technology creates a protected digital connection The DVI HDTV connection is designed to display either progressive scan 480p or HDTV 1080i signals at a bandwidth of up to 1 78 Gigabits per second L Audio
25. the screen format the signal is sending for each channel as well as input channels 34 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only Chapter 4 Go back oj x3 pe as Contrast expand Low Scan Velocity Modulation E Autoformat LY Optimized still picture vd Auto skin tone Ly 7 D iz E o no i 9 a gt 5 Tip You can select a different picture preset or set up a different personal preset for each input The ANTENNA CABLE jack counts as a single input Video noise reduction Minimum Film mode 3 2 Pulldown Advanced Using the TV s Menu System Video noise reduction Reduce picture static or any type of interference This feature is especially useful for providing a clearer picture in weak analog signal conditions Press the right arrow to choose between Off for no noise reduction Minimum for a softer smoother picture that retains picture sharpness and detail Medium for a slightly softer picture than the Minimum setting Maximum for an even softer smoother picture than the other settings the picture detail is somewhat decreased Optimized still picture When enabled box checked enhances the picture specifically for still frames for example if you re watching a slideshow on your HDTV monitor or if you ve paused a frame of a DVD Auto Skin Tone When enabled box checked minimizes the flesh tone variations of the TV picture Film mode
26. warranty Press any button to unfreeze the picture at any time GO BACK Returns you to the previous channel GUIDE Brings up the Channel Guide menu Indicator Indicates the programming mode when programming the remote to control components The indicator lights up when you press a valid button on the remote It flickers when the remote batteries are low and you press a button Grapbics contained witbin tbis publication are for representation only Chapter 2 Tip The indicator 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 Tip To turn off all the RCA GE and Proscan components that are connected to the TV press ONeOFF twice within two seconds This feature only works with most RCA GE and Proscan products Note The DVD and AUX HD buttons also turn on most RCA GE and Proscan products Chapter 2 Using the Remote Control INFO Brings up channel banner press again to clear the screen INPUT Press to toggle through the available input sources VIDI VID2 FRNT CMP1 CMP2 and DVI Press the CH or CH button to resume TV viewing MENU Brings up the Main menu MUTE Reduces the TV s volume to its minimum level Press again to restore the volume OK When in the menu system selects highlighted items When watching TV freezes the picture until you press any
27. 21 24 38 Connections 5 DVD 6 7 10 11 HDTV Tuner 6 7 Satellite receiver 8 9 Things to consider before 4 VCR 6 7 8 9 10 11 Content themes 28 29 Contrast 35 Contrast expand 34 Convergence 38 Curtain effect 38 D Direct entry 20 21 DVD Button 18 25 Connection 6 7 10 11 DVI input 13 25 Dynamic bass 34 E Exempt programs 31 External speakers 12 14 F FCC information 41 Film mode 35 Freeze 18 40 FRNT input 25 Front panel Block 31 Buttons 15 Jacks 14 G Graphic equalizer 34 GUIDE button 18 36 H HDTV Tuner 6 7 Headphones Jack 14 Settings 34 Hi Pix Picture Enhancement System 2 Initial setup 15 16 Inputs ANTENNA CABLE 14 35 Button 19 22 CMP1 and CMP2 13 25 DVI 13 25 FRNT 14 25 VID1 and VID2 13 25 J Jacks 13 14 ANTENNA CABLE 14 25 35 Audio 13 14 Component video 13 25 DVI 2 13 25 Front 14 25 S Video 13 14 25 Video 13 14 25 L Language 16 37 Lists and labels 17 37 M Maximum TV volume 37 Menu Button 16 19 Channel guide 36 Language 16 37 Parental control 36 Picture 34 35 PIP 37 Setup 16 37 38 Sound 33 34 Time 36 Mute 19 24 O ONeOFF button 19 Optimized still picture 35 P Parental control Menu 36 Problems 40 Parental controls 2 24 26 Lock unlock 31 Password 40 Picture menu 34 Picture presets 19 35 PIP Picture in picture 2 32 Button 19 32 Channel 37 Menu 37 POP Picture outside picture 2 19 32 37 Pre
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29. Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 9 n1 O i e Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spille
30. O jack on the TV using an S Video cable If your DVD player does not have an S Video jack connect the player to the VID1 V Video jack on the back of the TV using a video cable Important If you use the VID1 S VIDEO or V Video jack to connect your TV to the DVD player you must connect the audio cables to the VID1 LIMONO and R jacks on the TV 2 Connect your VCR to your TV A Connect a coaxial cable to the VCR s antenna output and to the ANTENNA CABLE Input jack on the TV B Connect the audio white and red cables to the VID2 L MONO and R Audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the VCR C Connect the video cable to the VID2 V Video jack on the back of the TV and to the Video Output jack on the VCR 3 Make sure cable or antenna is connected to your VCR Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet or antenna to the antenna input on the VCR Go to page 15 Chapter 1 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only 11 Connections amp Setup TV A V Receiver or Speakers These are two different ways your TV uses a component to hear audio 1 Connect audio cables to either the FIXED or VARIABLE AUDIO L and R OUTPUT jacks and to the Audio Inputs on the A V receiver e FIXED provides fixed level audio output from the TV This audio output is ideal for connecting to an A V receiver that has its own volume control e VARIABLE provides variable level audio output
31. PB PR jacks on the back of the TV and to the Y PB PR jacks on the DVD player Notes If your DVD player doesn t have Y PB PR jacks but does have an S Video jack connect the player to the TV s VID1 S VIDEO jack using an S Video cable If your DVD player doesn t have an S Video jack connect the player to the TV s VID1 V video jack using a video cable Important If you use the TV s VID1 S VIDEO or V video jack to connect the DVD player you must connect the audio cables to the TV s VID1 LIMONO and R jacks Go to page 15 Chapter 1 Grapbics contained witbin tbis publication are for representation only 7 Connections amp Setup SATELLITE RECEIVER wa is EXT INT RIGHT 4 EXTERNAL AKF COMPONEN O O A OFF AIR ANTENNA 8 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only Chapter 1 Connections amp Setup TV Satellite Receiver VCR 1 Connect your VCR to your TV A Connect a coaxial cable to the VCR s antenna output and to the ANTENNA CABLE Input jack on the TV B Connect the audio white and red cables to the VID2 L MONO and R Audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the VCR C Connect the video cable to the VID2 V Video jack on the back of the TV and to the Video Output jack on the VCR 2 Make sure cable or antenna is connected to your VCR Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet or antenna to th
32. PUT Button eene 22 Remote Control Codes eese 22 Table of Contents Channel 3 Special Features Channel Bann er eret erect trecentas 24 PU DnLDEm 24 Why You Should Use the Autotuning Feature 24 How to Set Up the Autotuning Feature 25 Parental Controls and V Chip esses 26 How V Chip Works for USA and Canada 26 Canada V Chip Ratings eeseseeeeeeeee 29 Blocking Canadian V Chip Ratings 30 Lock Unlock Parental Controls 31 V Chip Movie Rating Limit sese 31 Blocking Unrated Exempt Programs 31 PIP Picture in Picture and POP Picture outside Picture Operation 32 PIP and POP BUttOTis etin treten er 32 Chapter 4 Using the Menu System che 33 Picture Menu eeeeeeeeseeee nennen nnn nnne innen nnnn nans ana nnn 34 Channel Guide Menu eeeeeeee nennen nnne 36 ln mee 36 Parental Control Menu e eeeeeennneee enean 36 lAlaulm 37 Setup Menu oreet eee IEEE er reees 37 Chapter 5 Additional Information Troublesliootihg eene reete tte eee 39 FCC Information cceecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeneeeeaes 41 Care and Cleaning
33. PUT on the remote accidentally Blank screen e Make sure the component connected to the TV is turned on e Try another channel e If you re trying to watch something that s playing on a component connected to the TV like a DVD or a VCR tape press the TV button on the remote then press INPUT until you get to the correct video input channel No sound picture okay e Maybe the sound is muted Try pressing the volume up button to restore sound e If using S Video or Y PB PR remember to also connect the component s left and right audio output jacks to the TV s L and R Audio Input jacks e If you re using the TV s internal speakers make sure the INT EXT switch on the back of the TV is put on INT e The sound settings may not be set correctly Go to page 33 for more information Can t select certain channel e Make sure the remote control is in TV mode Press the TV button and enter the channel number using the number buttons e Channel 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 Continues on next page Chapter 5 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only 39 Other Information Noisy stereo reception e May be a weak station Use Sound menu to choose mono sound No picture no sound but TV is on e Maybe the cable air function is set to the wrong positi
34. ains 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 Parents 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 profa
35. bers black borders sides top and bottom etc may cause similar damage This damage is not covered by your warranty 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 Do not use the Freeze feature for an extended period of time This can cause the image to be permanently imprinted on the picture tube Such damage is not covered by your warranty Press any button to unfreeze the picture at any time Please fill out the product registration card packed separately and return it immediately For US customers Your RCA Consumer Electronics product may also be registered at www rca com productregistration Registering this product 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 Purchase Date Dealer Address Phone Important Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Read these instructions N Keep these instructions Heed all warnings
36. button on the remote to resume normal TV viewing Please note that when you unfreeze you go back to live programming skipping any programming that occurred during the freeze ON OFF When in TV mode turns the TV on and off If in another component mode DVD or AUX HD and programmed will turn the component on and off When pressed twice within two seconds the ON OFF button turns off most RCA GE and Proscan components PIP Press once to bring up the small picture in picture window Press again to bring up the picture outside picture POP windows Press to remove POP See Chapter 3 for more information about using PIP PIP or PIP When using PIP or POP changes the channel in the picture window PRESETS Displays the Picture and Sound preset settings Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight either Picture or Sound settings Use the left and right arrow buttons to change to a different Picture or Sound preset REVERSE PLAY FORWARD RECORD STOP PAUSE If programmed provides transport control for some remote controllable VCRs and DVD players SKIP Press once before changing channels and the TV will wait 30 seconds before returning you to the original channel Press repeatedly to add more time TV Turns on the TV and puts the remote in TV mode Also displays current status VOL or VOL Decreases or increases the TV s volume Grapbics contained witbin tbis publication are for representation only 19 Using the Remo
37. by ratings only When you block a particular rating you automatically block the higher rated programs as well View View View View To block Canadian English and French program ratings View View Select Canada V Chip from the Parental Control menu Highlight Englisb ratings or Frencb ratings and press OK Press OK to View Block programs with this rating Determine the rating you want to block Press the down arrow button to scroll to the rating you want to Go back change Press the OK button to change its status to block the lock icon 18 ans cos appears and all ratings above the one you selected change to lock 16 ans 13 ans 8 ans G Press OK to View Block programs with this rating French Ratings 30 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only Chapter 3 Using the TV s Features V Chip Movie Rating Limit Status Set movie rating limits by blocking movies rated above a specified level View View To access the Movie Rating Limit menu is 1 Press MENU on the remote control the TV s MAIN MENU appears View View View Select Parental Control 2 3 Select US V Chip 4 Movie Rating Press OK to View Block programs with this rating Select V Chip movie rating Blocking Movie Ratings Once you are in the Movie Ratings menu follow the same steps described for blocking TV ratings A Go back Blocking Unrated Exempt Programs Th
38. ce list that lets you set up the TV to automatically tune to the correct input channel when you press a component button DVD or AUX HD on the remote Go to Chapter 3 for details about the Autotuning feature Convergence The Auto convergence feature automatically adjusts the TV s tubes this may take several minutes after which you can make fine adjustments to the convergence settings Red convergence displays the Red convergence screen allowing you to use the arrow buttons to align the red and green images Blue convergence displays the Blue convergence screen allowing you to use the arrow buttons to align the blue and green images Chapter 4 Grapbics contained witbin tbis publication are for representation only Other Information Troubleshooting Most problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected by consulting the following troubleshooting list Note for US 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 customersupport TV Problems TV won t turn on e Press the TV button e Make sure the TV is plugged in e Check the wall receptacle or extension cord to make sure it is live by plugging in something else e
39. d 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 never place 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 Caution Using video games or any external accessory with fixed images for extended periods of time can cause them to be permanently imprinted on the picture tube Cor projection TV picture tubes ALSO some network program logos phone numbers etc may cause similar damage This damage is not covered by your warranty Chapter 5 Grapbics contained witbin tbis publication are for representation only 41 Other Information RCA HDTV Monitor Limited Warranty What your warranty covers Defects in materials or workmanship For how long after your purchase One year from date of purchase for labor One year from date of purchase for parts Two years from date of purchase for t
40. d locality to which the merchandise is being sent HOW TO ORDER To place an order by phone have your Visa MasterCard or Discover Card ready and call the toll free number listed below Use this number only to place an order for accessory items 1 800 338 0376 You can buy some accessories on line at www rca com VH81 3 ft price 3 95 VH82 6 ft price 4 95 VH89 6 ft price 5 95 ww wv w 10 th og 00 wO Dr Or 00 oo a a SCTV4000C price 49 95 qe ing qu Gold Tipped cable 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 Push on antenna cable attaches to the round antenna connectors called 75 ohm F type The ends push on for a quick connection Surge Protector provides eight outlets coaxial and telephone line protection Audible alarm for surge failure 100 000 Surge Equipment Guarantee Component Video Cables Triple cable used to connect a video source with Y PR PB jacks to the TV DT6DC 6 ft price 24 95 DT12DC 12 ft price 34 95 44 Grapbics contained witbin tbis publication are for representation only Sa S Video Cable has multi VH976 6 ft price 7 95 VH913 12 ft price 14 95 pin connectors on each end for connecting S Video
41. d or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped If an outside antenna is connected to the TV receiver be sure the antenna system is Example of Antenna Grounding as per grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static NEC National Electrical Code charges In the U S Section 810 21 of the National Electrical Code and in Canada Part 1 of the Canadian Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the antenna system See the figure on the right for details GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 GROUNDING CONDUCTORS NEC SECTION 810 21 GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC ART 250 PART H 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 Introduction Key Features Overview Your TV is equipped with features that will add to your TV viewing experience The following information summarizes a few of these features Chapter 3 provides more information about the rest of the TV s features and how to use them Hi Pix Picture Enhancement System The Hi Pix Picture Enhancement System incorporates two of RCA s most advanced technologies TruScan Digital Reality and the
42. e i e if you want to operate the DVD player press DVD on the remote control to put the remote in DVD mode Using the INPUT Button Use the INPUT button to scroll through the available input channels and view components you have connected to the TV l Press TV to place the remote in TV mode Make sure the component you want to view is turned ON 2 Press INPUT to tune to an available input channel 3 To return to the channel you were previously watching on TV press CH or CH button 22 Grapbics contained witbin tbis publication are for representation only Chapter 2 Remote Control Codes WMCGRCodes Programmable for the AUXeHD button OX Fo 0 eee eee een nena 2132 Adventura American rr da ASDA assess Audio Dynamic Dd 2009 2010 Audiovox 2014 Bell amp Howell 2011 Beaumark 2013 Broksonic 2012 2025 elt eov eee Cer eer ep rere Tree eee 2014 Candle 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Canon 2021 2022 2114 Capehart 2020 2110 CARVER A A bo date ftat eo onere 2062 GCE ss 2027 206 Citizen 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2027 Colortyme 2009 Colt sas 206 2013 2014 2023 206 2000 2009 2013 2016 2018 2021 2022 2024 2115 213 Craig Curtis Mathes birds d X I 2013 Daewoo 2015 2017 2019 2025 2026 2027 2028 2110
43. e Unrated Exempt Prog option lets you decide if programs that the V Chip recognizes as unrated can be viewed Unrated TV programs may include news sports political religious local and weather programs US V Chip Canada V Chip Front panel block 0 Channel Block emergency bulletins public announcements and programs without Unrated Exempt Prog View ratings The Exempt option applies to both USA and Canadian unrated Lock parental controls x programs and Canadian programs rated View All unrated programs are available Press or to block view unrated programs Block All unrated programs are not available Parental Control Note You must remember to activate V Chip for rating limits to take effect Press the down arrow to highlight Unrated Exempt Prog Then press the right arrow to toggle between View and Block Lock Unlock Parental Controls Selecting this option lets you lock and unlock parental controls settings using a password If you do not lock parental controls none of the settings for V Chip Channel Block or Front Panel Block will take effect If you forget your password press the MENU button then select Parental Control the password entry screen appears Simultaneously press and hold CH and VOL on the front panel for 8 seconds Parental Controls unlock and the Parental Control menu appears You can enter a new password by locking the Parental Controls again Front Panel Block Selecting this opti
44. e antenna input on the VCR 3 Connect your Satellite Receiver to your TV A Connect the audio white and red cables to the VID1 L MONO and R Audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the Satellite Receiver B Connect the video cable to the VID1 V Video jack on the back of the TV and to the Video Output jack on the Satellite Receiver C If your Satellite Receiver has an S Video jack connect an S Video cable instead of the video cable in step B to the S VIDEO jack on the TV and to the S VIDEO jack on the satellite receiver Go to page 15 Chapter 1 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only 9 Connections amp Setup DVD PLAYER AUDIO OUT S VIDEO IET RIGHT LEFT EXT AL SPEAKERS AUDIO VIDEO OUTPUT FIXED AUDIO FOR FACTORY USE ONLY OFF AIR ANTENNA 10 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only Chapter 1 Connections amp Setup TV DVD VCR 1 Connect your DVD Player to your TV A Connect the audio white and red cables to the CMP1 L and R Audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the DVD player B Connect three video grade cables to the CMP1 Y PB PR jacks on the back of the TV and to the Y PB PR jacks on the DVD player Notes If your DVD player does not have Y PB PR jacks but does have an S Video jack connect the player to the VID1 S VIDE
45. e the audio connection between your HDTV Tuner and the TV to match your video connection A If you used the DVI HDTV jack Connect the audio white and red cables to the DVI HDTV L and R audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the HDTV Tuner OR B If you used the Component Video jacks Connect the audio white and red cables to the CMP1 L and R audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the HDTV Tuner Connect your HDTV Tuner to your VCR A Connect a coaxial cable to the HDTV Tuner s antenna output and to VCR s antenna input B Connect the audio white and red cables to the Audio Output jacks on the HDTV Tuner and to the Audio Input jacks on the VCR C Connect the video cable to the Video Output jack on the HDTV Tuner and to the Video Input jack on the VCR Connect your VCR to your TV A Connect a coaxial cable to the VCR s antenna output and to the ANTENNA CABLE Input jack on the TV B Connect the audio white and red cables to the VID2 L MONO and R audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the VCR C Connect the video cable to the VID2 V video jack on the back of the TV and to the Video Output jack on the VCR Connect your DVD player to your TV A Connect the audio white and red cables to the CMP2 L and R audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the DVD player B Connect three video grade cables to the CMP2 Y
46. emote control e automatic code search e direct entry Using Automatic Code Search The following instructions can be used to program the remote to operate each of your components If you want to stop the automatic code search without programming any of your components press CLEAR until the indicator on the remote turns off Note The AUX HD button on this remote is set by default to search for codes for DVD players only If you want to program it for use with a different component use the direct entry method 1 Turn on the component you want to operate VCR DVD player etc 2 Press and hold the component button you want to program DVD or AUXeHD While holding the component button press and hold ONeOFF until the indicator on the remote turns on then release both buttons 3 Point the remote at the component Press and release PLAY then wait 5 seconds or until the indicator on the remote stops flashing At this point the remote is searching 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 20 Grapbics contained witbin tbis publication are for representation only Chapter 2 Important You must continue pressing the component button while you enter the code Let s say you have a Zenith DVD player To program the universal remote to operate the DVD player you would Press and hold the DVD butt
47. en 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 NR to View separately in order to view movies with an NR rating 40 Grapbics contained witbin tbis publication are for representation only Chapter 5 Other Information 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 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 e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Care an
48. er 3 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 them back to a View 1 Determine the content themes you want to change to a View 2 Press the down arrow button to scroll to the rating whose content theme you want to change such as amp under language L corresponding with TV 14 3 Press the right arrow button to move the yellow highlight to a particular content theme status Press the OK button to change the status back to Your child would then be able to watch programs with the TV 14 adult language content but not programs with TV MA language content Note Only the content theme status corresponding to TV 14 L language changes to V View Higher rated content themes such as that for TV MA language do not change Canada V Chip Ratings Canadian TV V Chip supports two different Canadian rating systems English and French Rating Canadian English V Chip Rating System Adults Programming intended for adults 18 and older It may contain elements of violence language and 18 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 cont
49. ferences 37 38 R Rating limits Problems 40 Remote control Backlight 19 Batteries 15 40 Buttons 18 19 Codes 23 Problems 40 Programming 20 Replacement 44 Use 15 21 Reverse 3 2 pulldown 2 35 S S Video Back input jacks 13 25 Cable 44 Front input jack 14 Safety information 4 SAT CAB button 19 25 Satellite receiver 8 9 Scan velocity modulation 34 Screen format 24 34 40 Index Second audio program SAP 24 33 Setup menu 16 37 38 Sharpness 35 Signal type 37 SKIP button 19 24 Sleep timer 19 36 Sound Menu 33 34 Mode 33 Settings 19 33 Type 33 Sound logic 34 Stereo 24 33 40 Subwoofer 14 33 SWAP button 19 32 T Time 24 36 Tint 35 Transport buttons 19 Troubleshooting 39 40 TV button 16 19 TV problems 39 U Unrated programs 31 US V Chip ratings 26 27 31 V V Chip 2 26 27 Canadian ratings 30 Movie rating limit 31 Problems 40 US ratings 31 VCR Button 19 25 Connection 6 7 8 9 10 11 Video input jacks Front 14 VID1 VID2 13 25 Video noise reduction 35 Volume punchthrough 22 W Wake up timer 36 Warranty 42 Z ZOOM button 19 32 Chapter 5 45 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 2003 Thomson Inc e Trademark s Registered
50. he picture tube The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm whichever 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 and picture tube required to repair your unit How you get service Call 1 877 RCA HDTV and have your unit s date of purchase and model number ready A representative will troubleshoot your problem over the phone 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 Contact the Service Center and arrange for home or pick up repair and return 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 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 Customer instruction Your Owner s Manual describes how to install adjust and operate your unit
51. ill receive the message This channel bas not been approved for viewing Change channel or press OK to enter password and temporarily deactivate the Parental Control 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 You can also block out programs that have been given an Exempt rating and programs that are considered unrated The next several pages have tables showing the TV age based ratings and content themes for the US and Canada US V Chip TV Rating Limit The V Chip TV Rating Limit lets you decide which TV programs can and cannot be viewed To set TV programming limits 1 Choose Parental Control from the MAIN MENU If Parental Controls have previously been locked you must enter your password 2 Highlight and select US V Chip Then select V Chip TV Rating Channel Guide Time j 3 Once you get to the V Chip TV rating limit screen use the arrow buttons and OK on your remote to change the status of a TV program rating or US V Chip content theme from View to Block Canada V Chip es Front panel block Charnel Bidk For TV rating limits to take effect lock Parental Controls by accessing the Unrated Exempt Prog View Lock parental controls menu Lock parental controls The following sections give you more details about how to change the status of Press OK to access US V Chip menu TV program l
52. imi ts i i e o T n p oO o Note If you forget your password follow step one above to get to the password entry screen Then press the VOL and CH buttons on the TV s front panel at the same time for at least 8 seconds You will receive an on screen message that Parental Controls have been unlocked once you ve successfully reset the password 26 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only Chapter 3 Using the TV s Features The V Chip Rating Screen The following is an example of where items are located within the Rating Limit screen Rating Status Field Lets you select whether the status of the age based rating limit to the left is View or Block Content Themes Lists the content themes you can block or Go back view Stetus D Rating Field EET g is X TV MA View m o t Content Status Fields ts s t fr E r fai f E UV ALMA TV 14 View C Le Lets you select which content themes to list of age based rating i 7 Mica e OCA TV PG View 7 o o view for the selected rating and whether TV G View TV Y7 View TV Y View you can block or view the status of the content theme is currently unlocked fy or locked Press OK to view block programs with this rating V Chip TV Rating Rating Settings Area Lets you see the current block view state of age based ratings and as sociated content The View f settings are coded in green and the Block amp setting
53. it doesn t try pressing the component button and then ONeOFF again If you get no response repeat these steps using the next code listed for your brand until the component responds to the remote commands 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 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only 21 Using the Remote Control Samponent Sutons 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 component buttons For example if you want the remote to control the TV you would press the TV button to put the remote into TV mode before you could control the TV l Press the appropriate component button DVD or AUXeHD to set the remote to control the component 2 Press ON OFF to turn the component ON or OFF 3 Use the remote buttons that apply to that component Notes e The remote may not be compatible with all brands and models of components It also may not operate all functions of the remote that came with your component e Ifyou 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 operat
54. mming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13 This 13 ans 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 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 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 General Audience This program 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 Blocking Canadian V Chip Ratings If you receive Canadian programs you can block Canadian English and French V Chip
55. n change some of the ratings TV MA Mature Audience Only back to View TV 14 Parents Strongly Cautioned 1 Use the up down arrows to select the rating with a status of Block TV PG Parental Guidance Suggested 2 Press OK to select View TV Y7 Directed to Children 7 years and older TV Y All Children Content Thenies Blocking Specific Content Themes You can block programs based on their content Content is represented o Sexually explicit dialogue Adult language theme for a particular rating you automatically block that content theme for higher rated programs as well To block program content by the D L S V and FV on your screen When you block a content Viol 1 Determine the content themes you want to block Fantasy Violence 2 Press the down arrow button to scroll to the rating whose content theme you want to change 3 Press the right arrow button to move the yellow highlight to a particular content theme status Press the OK button to change its status to amp In the example to the left you block the language L corresponding with TV 14 The language for TV MA is blocked as well Notes Broadcasters are not required to provide content themes or age based ratings You must remember to lock Parental Controls for rating limits to take effect Tip To change all V Chip movie or TV ratings to View press the 0 number button 28 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only Chapt
56. ndt Samsung Scientific Atlanta Signal Signature Sprucer Standard Component Starcom Stargate Starquest Tocom Tusa TV86 United Cable Universal Viewstar 5025 5027 vidi 5050 5051 llite Receiver Programmable for the AUXeHD button Alphastar Chapparal 5056 5057 Jm MN 5078 Drake 5059 Echostar 5089 GE uis s 5 SAT2 General Instrumen i 5060 5061 5062 FARA CHE TR 5083 5084 Hughes Network 5077 5090 TVG MEO CNN MAD DEAN M DUM nC 5082 Panasonic 5075 Philips 5085 Primestar 5076 Proscan 5000 SAT 5001 SAT2 RCA 5000 SAT1 5001 SAT2 5071 5080 5081 Realistic 5068 5073 5069 5086 Toshiba Uniden HDTV Tuner Codes Programmable for the AUXeHD button Using the TV s Features Channel Banner There are several indicators that might appear when you press the TV or INFO button on the remote This display is called the Channel Banner The following list describes the items on the Channel Banner screen left to right and top to bottom 4 8 format i E 4 3 format Current screen format Mono Mono appears when the current channel is broadcasting in or Stereo mono Stereo appears when the current channel is broadcasting in stereo SAP The current channel is broadcasting SAP Second Audio Program information Commercial skip 0 30 B e Parental C
57. nel search erases auto programming When the channel search is complete press OK to access the existing channel list the List G Labels screen 16 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only Chapter 1 Connections amp Setup fy Go back Changing Lists and Labels Channelinumber 113 The List amp Labels part of the setup lets you edit your channel list and choose or In channel list ha create a personal six character label for each channel Channel label FOX Note Changing List and Labels can be time consuming You can change ESI CURE IU EE GI SC ero LEES these at a later time by accessing the Setup menu 1 Press the left or right arrow to scroll through the channels and choose the one you want to edit 2 Press the down arrow to highlight the 7n channel list option Press the left or right arrow button to add the box is checked or remove the box is unchecked the channel from the list 3 Press the down arrow to highlight the Channel label option Press the left or right arrow button to scroll through the available list of 25 most common labels The last option in the list allows you to create your own six character label for the channel the first letter of the label is highlighted 4 Press the 1 or 2 number button to change the first letter of the label 5 Press the right arrow to highlight the second letter then press the 1 or 2 number button to change the second letter etc
58. nel FRNT when you press the corresponding component button CMPI or CMP2 Component Video Input Compatible component video source such as a DVD player or digital TV converter box is connected to the three COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT jacks CY PB PR on the back of the TV and you want the TV to tune to the component video input channel CMP when you press the corresponding component button DVI Component is connected to the DVI HDCP jack on the back of the TV and you want the TV to tune to the DVI input channel when you press the corresponding component button Chapter 3 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only 25 Using the TV s Features Parental Controls and V Chip The choices in the US V CHIP and Canada V CHIP menus involve software inside your TV referred to as V Chip which allows you to block TV programs and movies based on violence sex or other content you may believe children should not view Once you block programs you can unblock programs by entering a password By default the software inside your TV is turned off For instructions to turn on V Chip go to page 31 Note Parental Control settings are not available for DVI CMP1 or CMP2 inputs How V Chip Works for USA and Canada V Chip reads 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 you w
59. ngth 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 on page 1 Use Indirect Light Don t place the TV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen Use soft or indirect lighting 4 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only Chapter 1 Connections amp Setup Choose Your Connection There are several ways to connect your TV Please use the following chart to determine which connection is best for you Proceed to the appropriate page and connect your TV Note for US 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 customersupport Components Cables Connection Go to Needed Title Coaxial Audio video TV HDTV Tuner pages 6 7 Component DVD VCR video DVI HDTV Audio video TV Satellite pages 8 9 S Video Receiver VCR Coaxial TV DVD VCR pages 10 11 Audio video Component video For general information on connecting an A V receiver or speakers to your TV go to page 12 Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV The pic
60. nity 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 Children Programming intended for 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 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only 29 Using the TV s Features Rating Canadian French V Chip Rating System 18 ans Adults Programming is for adults only This program contains sustained violence or extremely violent scenes 16 ans Viewers 16 and over Programming is not suitable for those under age 16 This program contains frequent scenes of violence or intensely violent scenes Viewers 13 and over Progra
61. nnel tunes the TV to the channel you specify as the Initial channel when Auto on is enabled Auto volume tunes the TV to the volume you set in Initial volume when Auto on is enabled Closed Caption Many programs are encoded with closed captioning information which lets you display the audio portion of a program as text on the TV screen Closed captioning is not available on all channels at all times Only specific programs encoded with closed captioning information When a program is closed captioned CC is displayed in the channel banner See Chapter 3 for more information about the channel banner The closed caption options are Closed caption setting Lets you choose the way closed captioning information appears on the screen The Closed caption setting does not effect the DVI HDTV input Off No captioning information displayed On always Captioning information shown always when available On when mule Displays captioning information when available whenever the TV s sound is muted by pressing the MUTE button The captioning information is not displayed when the sound is not muted Closed Caption Mode Displays a choice list that lets you choose which captioning mode is used for displaying captioning information If you are unsure of the differences among the modes you may prefer to leave the closed captioned mode set to CC1 which displays complete text of the program in the primary language in your area Autotuning Displays a choi
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63. on Go to page 37 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 Sound okay picture poor e Check antenna 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 35 for more instructions Volume buttons not adjusting volume louder e Check to make sure volume isn t limited by the maximum volume feature Go to page 37 for more instructions Picture not moving e You have activated the Freeze feature by pressing FREEZE or OK on the remote Press any button to unfreeze the picture Black box appears on the screen e Closed captioning might be on Check Closed Caption in the Setup menu Go to page 38 for more instructions Freeze not working e The freeze feature is not available for Component video CMP1 or CMP2 or DVI inputs Low battery warning appears on screen e Place new batteries in remote TV picture keeps switching between screen formats abruptly e Switch the Auto format feature to Off See page 34 for more information Ihe Remote Control Doesn t Work gt e Something might be between the remote
64. on lets you block disable or unblock enable the TV s front panel The remote still tunes to any channel When using this as a Parental Control method remove access to any remote that is capable of operating the television while you have the front panel blocked Don t forget to lock parental controls after you change the status If you don t the front panel block will not take effect Chapter 3 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only 31 Using the TV s Features 32 PIP example POP example PIP Picture in Picture and POP Picture outside Picture Operation The PIP picture in picture feature lets you display a second smaller picture on top of the main picture POP picture outside picture lets you display two windows side by side Note PIP and POP are not available for DVI or component video sources CMP1 or CMP2 PIP and POP Buttons There are several remote buttons that control the way the PIP window works PIP Brings up the PIP window Press again to bring up POP Press again to remove the window Up and down arrow buttons Let you move the PIP window to different corners of the screen Up arrow moves PIP counterclockwise down arrow moves PIP clockwise Left and right arrow buttons Switches the main POP window where the sound is coming from with the other window PIP and PIP Lets you change channels in the PIP and right POP window Graphics contained within thi
65. on while you enter the first code listed for Zenith in the DVD Codes column Release the DVD button Press ON OFF to see if the DVD player responds If it doesn t follow the same steps but enter the second code for Zenith DVD players instead of the first Chapter 2 Using the Remote Control Continue pressing PLAY until the component turns off or the indicator light on the remote turns off If the indicator light turns off then all codes for that particular component have been tested once If the component does not turn off then the remote can t be programmed to operate that component If the component you want to control does turn off T Press and release REVERSE then wait 2 seconds Repeat this step until the device turns back ON To finish press and hold STOP until the indicator on the remote turns off A code that controls your component has been saved to that remote button Using Direct Entry di 2 Turn on the component to be programmed Look up the brand and code number s for the component on the code list in this section Press and hold the component button you want to program on the remote Enter the 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 Release the component button point the remote at the component and then press ONeOFF to see if the component responds to the command If
66. only Use this setting when receiving broadcasts with weak stereo signals Stereo Splits the incoming stereo audio signal into left and right channels Most TV programs and recorded materials have stereo audio The word Stereo appears in the channel banner when you tune to a program that is broadcast in stereo Automatic available for regular TV viewing only Chooses the sound type according to the current signal Left and Right available for audio video inputs only Isolates either the left or right channel of the incoming audio Sound Mode Press the right arrow button to scroll through the available audio modes which provides special processing through your speakers depending on the setting you chose as your Sound type Normal Does not give any special processing simply provides the mono or stereo sound provided by the signal you re watching Wide Available only for mono signals Widens sound from mono broadcasts and mono components connected to your TV for a fuller more spacious sound Magic Available only for stereo signals Gives a surround effect with more bass Second Audio Program SAP Plays the program s audio in a second language if one is available The letters SAP appear in the channel banner when you tune to a program that is broadcast with SAP information SAP audio is broadcast in mono SAP is also used to broadcast a program s audio with descriptions of the video for the visually impaired Continues on next page
67. ontrols VOL lt Decreases the volume In the menu system acts like left arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls VOL Increases the volume In the menu system acts like right arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls POWER Turns the TV on and off Plug in the TV Plug the end of the power cord into a grounded wall outlet Insert the plug completely into the outlet Put batteries in the remote e Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the remote by pushing the tab and lifting off the cover e Insert 2 AA fresh batteries Make sure the polarities and are aligned correctly e Replace the cover How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup TV button The technical term is Navigation how you move through the on screen menus The theory is the same throughout the menu screens highlight your choice and select it OK To highlight a menu item press the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight one button of the items listed on the screen Use the up or down arrow button to move up or down Use the right or left arrow button to move right or left Arrows To select the item that you ve highlighted press OK Note Highlighted means that the menu item stands out from other menu items on the list appears darker brighter or a different color Chapter 1 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation onl
68. ontrols are locked Sample displays on a Channel Banner CC Closed Captioning is available on the current channel 03 45 pm Current time 15 NBC Current channel and label assigned to the channel Commercial Shows the time remaining on the commercial skip SKIP skip 0 30 timer Sound is muted Autotuning The autotuning feature automatically tunes the TV to the correct channel input for different components you have connected to your TV like a VCR DVD Player etc When you set up autotuning in the menu system you don t have to remember to change your TV to the VID1 input for example when you want to watch a DVD on your DVD player Why You Should Use the Autotuning Feature AXD With the autotuning feature you can set up the TV to tune to the channel input you need to watch by pressing that component s button Your remote s component buttons 24 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only Chapter 3 Using the TV s Features How to Set Up the Autotuning Feature The way you set up the autotuning feature in the TV s menu corresponds to the component buttons on the remote and the way you have each component connected to your TV When you set up autotuning you re telling the TV what channel input to tune to when you press the DVD or AUXeHD button on the remote control Press MENU the MAIN MENU appears Highlight Setup and press OK on your remote control Highlight Autotuning and press OK
69. references Select your language using lt or gt keys Using the TV s Nienu System PIP Menu Display Mode Off No window is displayed PIP PIP window is displayed POP POP window is displayed PIP channel Allows you to choose the channel displayed in the PIP or main POP window Scroll through channel list as well as the VID1 VID2 and FRNT input channels PIP size Allows you to choose the size of the PIP window Small Medium or Large PIP position Allows you to choose where the PIP window appears on the screen Top right Top left Bottom right or Bottom left Note Pip size and position are not available for POP Setup Menu The Setup menu lets you configure the TV to fit its surroundings and your preferences To access the Setup menu press MENU on the remote and then select Setup from the main menu Cbannel setup Signal Type The TV chooses the signal type during the initial setup If you change how you receive broadcasts through the antenna input you must change the Signal type setting Choose Cable if you are using cable or a cable box for TV signals Choose UHF VHF Antenna if you are using an off air antenna for TV signals Auto channel search Searches for channels the signal is receiving Go to page 16 for more information Auto channel update Searches for any new channels that are not in your channel list and adds them to the list List and labels Edit the channels in the list or choose labels for each
70. rom the TV This audio output is ideal for connecting an A V receiver when you want to control the volume through the A V receiver VARIABLE AUDIO Provides variable level audio output Volume levels are controlled by the volume controls on the TV and remote control SUBWOOFER Provides lower bass audio frequencies from the TV to a subwoofer Note If you ve connected a subwoofer make sure you set the External Subwoofer option in the Sound menu Go to page 33 for instructions COMPONENT INPUTS Lets you connect a component video source such as a DVD player CMP1 Y PB PR Component Video Provides optimum picture quality because the video is separated into three signals Use three video grade cables for the connection When using CMP1 Y PB PR make sure to connect left and right audio cables to the CMP1 L and R Audio Input jacks CMP1 L Audio Provides left audio connection The left audio connector is usually white CMP1 R Audio Provides right audio connection The right audio connector is usually red CMP2 Y PB PR and Land R Audio Allows you to connect a second component video source Their description is the same as CMP1 above When using CMP2 Y PB PR make sure you connect the left and right audio cables to the CMP2 Audio jacks COMPOSITE INPUTS Lets you connect another component such as a VCR DVD player or laserdisc player Its AUDIO jacks are the same as described for CMP1 above VID1 S VIDEO Provides better picture quality
71. s are coded in red Age Based Rating USA Description and Content Themes for Age Based Ratings Mature Audience Only Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and may be unsuitable for TV MA 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 TV 14 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 TV PG children Many parents may want to watch it with their younger children The program contains one 7 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 TV G Mie 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
72. s publication are for representation only Chapter 3 Go back 2 Sound settings Sound type Sound mode SAP Sound logic Dynamic bass Headphone settings Graphic equalizer Go back Left amp Right balance Amplifier Subwoofer D E ep Chapter 4 Stereo Normal Ez hy Medium External External Using the TV s Nienu System Sound Menu The Sound menu lets you adjust audio output To access the Sound menu press MENU on the remote and then select Sound from the main menu The following audio items can be adjusted Sound settings Sound type Sound mode SAP Sound Logic Dynamic bass Headphone settings and Graphic equalizer Sound settings The Sound settings submenu contains the following items Left amp Rigbt balance Use the left or right arrow to center the bar under the arrow to balance the left and right speakers Amplifier Use the left or right arrow button to select External Gf your TV is using external amplifier only or Internal Gf your TV is using the speakers in the TV Subwoofer Select External if the TV is using an external subwoofer or None if the TV is not using a subwoofer Sound type Press the right arrow button to scroll through the available audio types which control the way the sound comes through your speakers The options available vary according to the input selected Mono available for regular TV viewing only Plays the sound in mono
73. te Control Indicator REVERSE You ll use these buttons when you program the remote Important The remote may not be compatible with all models of all brands of components It also may not operate all functions of the remote that came with your component Tip To stop the automatic code search without programming any components press and hold CLEAR until the indicator on the remote turns off Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components The universal remote can be programmed to operate most brands of remote controllable components The remote is already programmed to operate most RCA GE and Proscan components Also the AUXeHD button can be programmed to operate most brands of an additional remote controllable component such as a VCR DVD player satellite receiver or cable box Note The TV button can t be programmed on this remote 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 DVD player do the following 1 Turn on the component in this example a DVD player 2 Point the remote at the component 3 Press the corresponding component button in this example the DVD button 4 Press ONeOFF to see if the DVD player responds If the DVD player doesn t respond you need to program the remote to operate it Programming the Remote There are two ways to program the r
74. tions Things to Consider Before You Connect 4 Choose Your Connection eene 5 Cables Needed to Connect Components to YOUP p 5 TV HDTV Tuner VCR DVD Player 7 TV Satellite Receiver VCR esee 9 TV DVD VCR T 11 TV A V Receiver or Speakers sess 12 Explanation of Jacks ccsccceeceseeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeees 13 The Front of Yo r TWV encre itor nu nein ines 14 Front Input Jacks rette teet ttd 14 Front Panel BUTEONS isvis orinis 15 Plug in the TV terere concernente carmen ia 15 Put batteries in the remote eeeesesss 15 How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup cce eren nennen ean 15 Complete Auto Channel Search 16 Turn on the TV eccna 16 Complete the Initial Setup eese 16 Set the Menu Language eseeeeeeeene 16 Changing Lists and Labels sssee 17 Auto Convergence eeeeeeeeeeesreeeennnnne 17 Chapter 2 Using the Remote Control The Buttons on the Remote Control 18 Programming the Remote eese 20 Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote 20 How to Use the Remote After You ve Programmed It 21 Using the IN
75. tures below show the cables needed for the connections represented in this book Ze E Audio Video Coaxial cable cables YePbePr cables Chapter 1 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only 5 Connections amp Setup 0 p R p OFF AIR ANTENNA SATELLITE RECEIVER li A G HDTV TUNER ANT GY ANTOUT SATIN DVD PLAYER S VIDEO RIGHT AA EXTERNAL SPEAKERS Q COMPONENT IN ri G Le Cap o Vint Gels VID2 6 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only Chapter 1 Connections amp Setup TV HDTV Tuner VCR DVD Player 1 Make sure cable or antenna and or satellite is connected to your VCR A Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet or antenna to the antenna input on the HDTV Tuner B Connect the satellite dish antenna to the satellite input on the HDTV Tuner Make the video connection between your HDTV Tuner and the TV A Best Connection DVI HDTV Connect a DVI HDTV cable to the DVI HDTV jack on the back of your HDTV Tuner Connect the other end of the cable to the DVI HDTV input on the back of TV OR B Very Good Connection Connect three video grade cables to the CMP1 Y PB PR jacks on the back of the TV and to the Y PB PR jacks on the HDTV Tuner Notes The DVI HDTV and Y PB PR jacks send the digital cable signal to the TV in digital and analog formats respectively Mak
76. ure Note You can adjust sharpness for each channel and input This is useful if the signal appears fuzzy Color Warmth Displays a choice list that lets you set one of three automatic color adjustments Cool for a more blue palette of picture colors Normal or Warm for a more red palette of picture colors The warm setting corresponds to the NTSC standard of 6500 K Tint Adjusts the balance between the red and green levels When you change any of these picture settings the Picture Preset changes to Personal Use the left or right arrow button to make adjustments To return to the Picture menu press the up or down arrow button Chapter 4 Grapbics contained witbin tbis publication are for representation only 35 Using the TV s Nienu System 36 Channel Guide 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 To select a channel press My01 My02 My03 My04 My05 My06 My07 My08 My09 OK or digit key Go back Sleep timer Time Wake up timer Wake up time Wake up duration Channel number Daily Channel Guide Menu Allows you to view and select from the entire channel list and their labels Press the GUIDE button to bring up the Channel Guide menu Use the up or down arrow to scroll through the list Press OK to select and tune to the highlighted channel Press the last digit of one of the channels in the guide to tune to that channel and leave the Channel Guide on the screen Time Menu Sleep Timer Lets you set the TV to turn
77. when combined with HDCP High bandwidth Digital Content Protection technology creates a protected digital connection The DVI HDTV connection is designed to display either progressive scan 480p or HDTV 10801 signals at a bandwidth of up to 1 78 Gigabits per second PIP Picture In Picture and POP Picture Outside Picture Description PIP lets you watch two channels at one time one channel on the main screen and the other in a smaller window POP also lets you watch two channels at one time one channel on the left side of the screen the main picture and the other on the right Requirements Press the PIP button to bring up the PIP window Press again to bring up POP Chapter 3 has detailed instructions on how to use the PIP and POP features Note PIP and POP are not available for DVI or component video sources CMP1 or CMP2 V Chip Parental Controls for the U S and Canada Description You can block programs and movies by content age based ratings and or movie ratings Requirements e Set up the Parental Control menu in the TV s main menu Chapter 3 has details e The broadcasters must use the rating system when they send the program to your TV in order for your TV to block the program e Parental controls must be locked for these settings to take affect Important Safety Instructions esee 1 Introduction Key Features Overview cessent 2 Chapter 1 Setup amp Connec
78. y 15 Connections amp Setup Turn on the TV Press TV on the remote or press POWER on the TV s front panel Note Pressing the TV button not only turns on the TV but puts the remote into TV mode TV mode means that the buttons on the remote control operate the TV s functions Tip Complete the Initial Setup To access Fed menus manually press The menu system in your TV allows the TV s features to work properly The MENU anid choose SETUR first time you turn on your TV the setup screens appear Set the Menu Language English Frangais The first part of the setup allows you to select your preferred language for the Espanol menu system If English is your preferred language press OK If you want to choose another language press the down arrow button until that language is highlighted and press OK Ghee Complete Auto Channel Search The next screen asks you to make sure you ve connected the TV to a cable no i Sighaltyne satellite or off air signal When you re sure that a signal is connected to your Auto channel search TV press OK on your remote to go to the Channel setup screen List and labels In the Channel setup screen you can launch the Auto channel search by To automatically search for the pressing OK The Auto channel search allows the TV to search for all channels available channels press OK fa p viewable through your antenna or cable TV system This is sometimes called Attention Auto chan

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