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Important Information CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 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.
Important Information Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8.
Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ....................................... i Chapter 3: Using the TV's Features Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Channel Banner ........................................................... 26 Autotuning .................................................................. 26 Parental Controls and V-Chip ..................................... 28 How V-Chip Works for USA and Canada ............. 28 Lock/Unlock Parental Controls .............................
Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect Protect Against Power Surges • Connect all devices before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet or power strip. NEVER plug your TV into an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch. Turn off the TV and/or device(s) before you connect or disconnect any cables. Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions at the beginning of the User's Guide.
Connections and Setup ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT Get the Picture The first part of connecting your TV is to get the picture, also known as the signal. The back panel of your TV allows you to receive analog and/or digital channels by using the ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT. See the graphic to the left for the location of the jack. Getting Channels What You Need Coaxial cable • • Antenna ("rabbit ears") or outdoor antenna with coaxial cable OR Coaxial cable with cable service or Outdoor or Indoor antenna A.
Connections and Setup Choose Your Connection For additional assistance while using your RCA product, please visit www.rca.com/customersupport. 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. Jacks Used AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT 1 (VID1) Video1 Go to...
Connections and Setup Video (Basic) Connection This is an example of a connection using the Video jack. Go to the top of page 9 for specific instructions. AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT 1 (VID1) 1 Don't forget: If necessary, connect antenna or cable to get a picture. Go to page 6 for instructions.
Connections and Setup Connecting the Device with Video (Basic) Red Yellow White Composite cables are color coded- Yellow= video; Red= right audio; white= left audio This connection allows you to connect a device that has a Video Out jack, for example, a DVD player. Note: If the device you're connecting also has Component Video jacks and you have component video cables, we recommend you use the Component Video (Advanced) Connection instead. See instructions below. Using the example of a DVD player: 1.
Connections and Setup HDMI/DVI Connection This is an example of a connection using the HDMI/DVI jack. * HDMI 1/DVI INPUT *Don't forget: If necessary, connect antenna or cable to get a picture. Go to page 6 for instructions.
Connections and Setup Connecting the Device High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) technology is an uncompressed digital connection that carries both video and audio data by way of an integrated mini-plug cable. Since HDMI technology is based on Digital Visual Interface (DVI), the jack on the back of your TV is also compatible with devices that have a DVI output jack. Using the example of a set-top box: • If your set-top box has an HDMI jack, connect an HDMI cable.
Connections and Setup VGA Connection This is an example of a connection using the VGA jacks. 1 VIDEO AUDIO 2 VGA INPUT Don't forget: If necessary, connect antenna or cable to get a picture. Go to page 6 for instructions. 3 Connecting the Device This connection allows you to connect to a personal computer. 1. If necessary, connect your cable and/or off-air antenna as described on page 6. 2. Connect your monitor cable.
Connections and Setup Plug in the TV Plug the end of the power cord into the back of the TV. Plug the other end into a grounded wall outlet. Insert the plug completely into the outlet. Do not plug into an outlet controlled by a light switch. Put Batteries in the Remote • Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the remote by pushing the tab and lifting off the cover. • Insert two fresh batteries. Make sure the polarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly. • Replace the cover.
Connections and Setup Complete the Initial Setup The menu system in your TV allows the TV’s features to work properly. The first time you turn on your TV, the language screen appears. Set the Menu Language The first part of the setup allows you to select your preferred language for the menu system. English Français Español If English is your preferred language, press OK. To choose another language, press the down arrow button until that language is highlighted, and press OK.
Connections and Setup List and Labels Go back Channel Number In Channel List Channel Label Favorite Channel 10 ABC You might find there are still some channels in your list that are unavailable to view. To get rid of these channels, press MENU and choose Setup. Highlight and select List and Labels. Note that removing channels from your channel list may be time consuming, so you might want to do it later. Go to page 36 for details on editing your channel list.
Connections and Setup Explanation of Jacks (in alphabetical order) AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT 1 (VID1) R AUDIO L ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT VIDEO ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from your antenna, cable, or cable box. HDMI 2 COMPONENT INPUT 1 (CMP1) R INPUT AUDIO L HDMI 1/DVI INPUT Pr Pb AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT 1 (VID1) Lets you connect a device that has composite video jacks, such as a VCR or DVD player.
Connections and Setup HDMI2 Input Lets you connect a device, such as a digital cable box, with an HDMI output. VGA INPUT Connect your computer, or other device with a VGA output, to this jack using a 15 pin D-sub cable. VGA AUDIO (Stereo mini jack) Use to obtain sound when a PC is connected to the VGA jack. Use a 3.5 mm stereo mini pin cable (sometimes referred to as 1/8” stereo mini pin) to connect a PC to your TV.
Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control The Buttons on the Remote Control ON•OFF TV PIP SAT•AUX DVD Alphanumeric Buttons Enter channel numbers; time settings; and options with letters, such as the Message option, using these buttons. To enter a channel, press the number buttons and press OK (or just let the entry timeout). To enter a digital channel with a sub-channel, enter the main channel, then press the SUB CH or right arrow button to enter the sub-channel and press OK.
Using the Remote Control SAT•AUX Places the remote in SAT•AUX mode. If Auto Tuning is enabled, turns on the TV and tunes it to the satellite or cable box Video Input Channel. This button lights when you press a valid button in SAT•AUX mode (see Modes of Operation on page 21 for more details). SUB CH When entering a digital channel that has a subchannel, press this button to access the subchannel entry field. Once the channel is entered, press the OK button to tune to the channel.
Using the Remote Control Programming the Remote ON•OFF TV PIP SAT•AUX DVD GO BACK VOL There are three ways to program the remote control to operate other devices: Direct Entry, Manual Code Search, and Automatic Code Search. If you have recently purchased the device you want to control or if the device has many codes, you might want to try the manual code search first. CH MUTE INFO Using Direct Entry + MENU CH CTRL 1. Turn on the device you want to control. 2.
Using the Remote Control 4. 5. 6. Press and release the ON•OFF button once. There is a delay of approximately 6 seconds before the remote starts the code search. The device buttons blinks each time the remote control sends a code to test with your device. Keep pointing the remote at the device. Once the device turns off, quickly press the OK button to save the code.
Using the Remote Control Therefore, after you’ve successfully set up the Volume Punchthrough feature, whenever the TV remote is in DVD mode (press the DVD button) and you want to adjust the volume, you only have to press the VOL +/- or MUTE buttons. Follow the instructions below to set up Volume Punchthrough. 1. On your remote control, simultaneously press and hold the ON•OFF and MUTE buttons (approximately 3 seconds) until a device button remains lit. Then release the buttons. 2. 4. 5.
Using the Remote Control Remote Code List Note: The codes are programmable to any of the device buttons (SAT•AUX or DVD) on the remote. Audio Codes AIWA .................................................... 839 842 851 860 APEX ......................................................................... 436 BOSE ......................................................................... 672 CARVER ..................................................................... 825 CITIZEN ...................................
Using the Remote Control HARMAN KARDON ...................................................427 HITACHI ...............................................404 407 419 428 HITEKER ....................................................................445 HUMAX ......................................................................912 ILO .............................................................................959 INFINITY ...................................................................417 INSIGNIA .............
Using the Remote Control SHARP ........................................................................ 604 SKY NETWORK ........................................... 614 615 646 SIERRA I II III ............................................................ 561 SONY .................................................... 623 657 659 602 STARCHOICE ............................................... 640 645 627 STAR SIGHT ............................................................... 633 STAR TRAK .....................
Chapter 3: Using the TV's Features Channel Banner There are several indicators that might appear when you press the 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). Stereo SAP D 10 CBS CC 4/3 Format ZZz 00:25 6:05 PM TV-14 The current program rating. Stereo Stereo appears when the current channel is broadcasting in stereo.
Using the TV’s Features 5. Autotuning Press the right arrow button to select the choice that matches the way you have the device connected to this TV. Go back Set VCR Channel VID1... Set DVD Channel CMP1... Set SAT-AUX Channel HDMI1... You can select from the following inputs or channels: Disabled Choose this if you don’t have a device 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 device.
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. TV programs can be blocked by age-based ratings, such as TV-MA, which is explained on page 30. If available, TV programs can also be blocked by content, such as adult language (L). This is explained on page 30. Movies can only be blocked by age-based ratings. This is explained on page 31.
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. TV ratings Go back Rating Field Status View View View View View View TV-MA TV-14 TV-PG TV-G TV-Y7 TV-Y Lets you select from a list of agebased ratings you D L S V FV Content Themes Lists the content themes you can block or view. can block or view.
Using the TV’s Features Blocking Specific Content Themes Content Themes You can block programs based on their content. (Content is represented by the D, L, S, V and FV on your screen.) When you block a content theme for a particular rating, you automatically block that content theme for higher rated programs as well. D Sexually explicit dialogue L Adult language S Sexual situations V Violence 1. Determine the content themes you want to block. FV Fantasy Violence 2.
Using the TV’s Features V-Chip Movie Rating Limit Movie ratings Set movie rating limits by blocking movies rated above a specified level. Go back NR (No Rating) X NC-17 R PG-13 PG G Status Block Block Block View View View View To access the Movie Rating Limit menu: 1. Press MENU on the remote control (the TV's Main Menu appears). 2. Select Parental Control. 3. Select US V-Chip. 4. Select Movie Ratings.
Using the TV’s Features Future Rating Region You might notice an option in your Parental control menu that wasn't there before. This is because broadcasters have the capability to add a new rating system for TV programs. These ratings let you define additional parameters for parental controls. This option and its name are dependent on the content acquired from the broadcaster. Note: These ratings are available only if the broadcaster is sending them.
Chapter 4: Using the TV's Menu System Using the Menu System Main Menu Exit Channel List Sound Picture Setup Parental Control Time TV This section explores the menus of your TV. Each menu is outlined and detailed to help you get the most from your TV. The Parental control menu is discussed in the Features chapter. To access the menu system: 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight an option and press OK to display it.
Using the TV's Menu System 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. Equalizer Go back Sound Preset Frequency Range Personal... ... Sound Type Controls 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 only.
Using the TV's Menu System Audio Output Lets you choose a setting for the FIXED/ VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT jacks. Advanced settings Go back SAP Audio Output Fixed... Default Audio Language English... Current Audio Track English... • Variable Provides variable output from the AUDIO OUTPUT jacks. Use this setting if the TV is not connected to an audio receiver or amplifier and the volume is controlled by the TV. • Fixed Provides fixed output from the AUDIO OUTPUT jacks to a receiver or amplifier.
Using the TV's Menu System Advanced Picture Settings (not available on VGA) Advanced settings Go back Film Mode Noise Reduction Advanced... Off... Film Mode (3:2 Pulldown) Automatically detects video sources that were originally recorded on film (like most movies) and subsequently converted to a different format (for TV broadcast, for example). Film mode processes the converted signal so that it looks as close as possible to the original. Another name for this process is reverse 3:2 pulldown.
Using the TV's Menu System Favorite Channel The channel you entered for Channel Number can be saved as a favorite channel. You can have up to 6 favorite channels. To access your favorite channels after they've been set, exit the menu system. Press the PRESETS (down arrow) button and then highlight CH+/CH- Buttons. Press the right arrow to choose Favorite Channels. Press the CLEAR button. When you press the CH+/CH- buttons, only the favorite channels you set will be available. Autotuning feature.
Using the TV's Menu System Digital CC style Go back Digital CC Digital CC Digital CC Digital CC Digital CC Digital CC Size Font Opacity Color Back. Opacity Back. Color Standard... Ashley... Solid... White... Solid... Black... Digital CC Font Lets you select a character design for the digital closed-caption text. A font is a complete assortment of letters, numbers, punctuation marks, etc. in a given design. You can choose from a variety of fonts (Ashley, Floridian, etc.).
Using the TV's Menu System Recurrence min. Message Go back Display Start Time Recurrence Stop Time Erase Message Message Stop Time 6:00PM... 30min... ... ... ... Set how often to display the message- 10min- 60 Set the time you want to the message to stop. Erase Message Clears all lines of text you've entered. Message Press OK to enter a message. Enter up to 4 lines of text- 25 characters per line.
Chapter 5: Other Information Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) What’s the quickest way to view High Definition (HD) video? Connect an off-air antenna to the ANTENNA/CABLE Input to view free local digital channels. You might need to purchase an antenna. Go to page 6 for more information. Visit www.antennaweb.org to get help deciding what type of antenna to use to receive the local digital channels available to you.
Other Information Troubleshooting Most problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected by consulting the following troubleshooting list. TV Problems TV won’t turn on • Make sure the TV is plugged in. • Check the wall receptacle (or extension cord) to make sure it is “live” by plugging in something else. • The front panel controls may be locked (disabled).
Other Information Buttons don’t work • 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. • Unplug the TV for ten minutes and then plug it back in. Turn the TV on and try again. TV turns off unexpectedly • Sleep timer may have been activated. Go to page 39 for instructions.
Other Information Problems with V-Chip/Parental Controls The rating limits don’t work • You must lock the settings. Go to the Main Menu (press MENU on your remote), select Parental control, select Lock Parental Controls. I don’t remember my password and I want to unlock the TV If you forget your password, turn the TV off. Simultaneously press and hold VOL v on the side panel and CLEAR on the remote for 10 seconds.
Other Information V-Chip Rating Explanations US V-Chip Rating System TV-MA (Mature Audience Only) Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and may be unsuitable for children under 17. It contains one or more of the following content themes: crude indecent language (L), explicit sexual activity (S), or graphic violence (V). TV-14 (Parents Strongly Cautioned) Contains some material that many parents would find unsuitable for children under 14.
Other Information C8+ (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 Information Limited Warranty What your warranty covers: • Defects in materials or workmanship to the first consumer purchaser. For how long after your purchase: • 90 days from date of purchase for labor charges for screen sizes 32” and smaller. One year from date of purchase for labor charges for screen sizes larger than 32”. At our option, we will either pay an Authorized RCA Service Center the labor to repair your television or replace your television with a new or refurbished unit.
Other Information • REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. TTE TECHNOLOGY, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA.
ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are registered U.S. marks Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. 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.
