HDTV User’s Guide Changing Entertainment. Again. Find Inside: • Introduction............ page 2 • Connections............ page 7 • Remote..................... page 21 • Features................... page 31 • Menu. ....................... page 41 • FAQs.......................... page 54 • Troubleshooting.... page 55 Model R52WH73 is pictured here. rca.com www.rca.
Important Information Warning CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double insulation between hazardous mains voltage and user 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.
Important Information 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. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9.
Introduction Thank you for choosing RCA Congratulations on purchasing this RCA High Definition Television (HDTV). Your purchase decision represents an investment in a new generation of technology—HDTV. Even though this is a technologically advanced HDTV, it is the most user-friendly of its kind—with on-screen instructions that guide you through all of the TV’s features. Connect the off-air antenna for digital television to this input jack.
Introduction Aspect Ratio Aspect ratio is simply the width and height of the picture. Regular TVs use a 4:3 aspect ratio, which means the picture is a little wider than it is tall (a screen that is 20 inches wide is about 15 inches tall). When the standards were being developed for television broadcasting in 1941 by the NTSC (the National Television Standards Committee), it made sense to adopt the 4:3 aspect ratio the film industry was using at that time.
Introduction TruScan Digital Reality™ Feature With the Film Mode option turned on, the intelligent signal processing of the TruScan Digital Reality feature recognizes incoming video signals and progressively converts them to achieve optimum digital picture performance. It also recognizes when original film sources have been modified and can automatically convert the analog frame rate back to its original format to bring out the detail—a process commonly referred to as reverse 3:2 pulldown.
Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions........................................................................................... 1 Introduction........................................................................................................................ 2 The best of both worlds.............................................................................................. 2 What makes HDTV better...........................................................................................
Table of Contents Chapter 3: Using the TV's Features......................................................... 31 Channel Banner................................................................................................................ 32 Digital and Analog Channels.......................................................................................... 33 Digital Channels.........................................................................................................
Chapter 1: Connections & Setup Chapter Overview: • Things to Consider Before You Connect • Choose Your Connection • Connection Instructions • Plug in the TV • Put Batteries in the Remote • Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup • Turn on the TV • Complete the Initial Setup • Explanation of Jacks • Front Panel Buttons and Jacks www.rca.com/television rca.com Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.
Connections & 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. • Turn off the TV and/or device before you connect or disconnect any cables. • Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions on page 1. Protect Devices from Overheating • Don’t block ventilation holes on any of the devices. Arrange the devices so that air can circulate freely.
Connections & Setup Choose Your Connection There are several ways to connect your HDTV. Please use the following chart to determine which connection is best for you. Proceed to the appropriate page and connect your HDTV. Devices Cables Needed Video Connections Coaxial WO P +L OV — LO V pages 10-11 pages 12-13 S-Video TV + Satellite Receiver + VCR Audio TV + DVI device page 14 TV + A/V receiver page 14 Component video HC HC UN E M TV DVD Go to...
Connections & Setup DVD PLAYER Y PB AUDIO OUT R L PR S-VIDEO DVD OFF-AIR ANTENNA 4 1A RE WO P +L OV — LO V 1B HC HC UN HDTV ANTENNA DIGITAL INPUT EM COMPONENT INPUTS CMP1 TV Y DVI-HDTV L R CMP2 COMPOSITE INPUTS S-VIDEO Y PB L PB L PR R PR R V L /MONO R V L /MONO R VID1 ANTENNA/ CABLE ANALOG INPUT AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT V VID2 VARIABLE AUDIO FOR FACTORY USE ONLY SUBWOOFER FIXED AUDIO L R L R 2C VIDEO VCR L IN VCR R AUDIO OUT 2B AUDIO VIDEO L R ANTENN
Connections & 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 input 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.
Connections & Setup SATELLITE RECEIVER VIDEO S-VIDEO L AUDIO R OFF-AIR ANTENNA llite Sate 4 3C 3A 3B HDTV ANTENNA DIGITAL INPUT RE WO P +L OV — LO V HC HC UN EM COMPONENT INPUTS CMP1 TV Y DVI-HDTV L R VIDEO L IN VCR L PB L PR R PR R L V L /MONO R V L /MONO R VID1 ANTENNA/ CABLE ANALOG INPUT AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT V VID2 VARIABLE AUDIO FOR FACTORY USE ONLY SUBWOOFER FIXED AUDIO L R L R VCR R 1C AUDIO VIDEO COMPOSITE INPUTS S-VIDEO Y PB AUDIO OUT C
Connections & Setup TV + Satellite Receiver + VCR 1. Connect your VCR to your TV. A. Connect a coaxial cable to the VCR’s antenna output jack and to the ANTENNA/CABLE ANALOG 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.
Connections & Setup TV + DVI Device DVI COMPONENT L DVI-HDTV To connect a DVI Device to your TV: AUDIO R 1 2 1. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the DVIHDTV L and R audio jacks on the back of the HDTV and to the audio output jacks on the DVI device. 2. Connect the video cable to the DVI-HDTV jack on the back of the HDTV and to the DVI jack on the DVI device.
SAT•CABLE AUX TV DVD GO BACK Connections & Setup VOL CH MUTE GUIDE INFO Plug in the TV SUB CH FORMAT MENU CLEAR Plug the flat end of the cable into the power jack on the back of the TV. Then plug the other end of the power cord into an appropriate wall outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely. Do not plug the TV into an outlet controlled by a light switch.
Connections & Setup Complete the Initial Setup Tip To access the setup menus manually, press MENU and choose SETUP. The menu system in your TV allows the TV’s features to work properly. The first time you turn on your TV, the setup screens appear. Set the Menu Language English The first part of the setup allows you to select your preferred language for the menu system. Français Español If English is your preferred language, press OK.
Connections & Setup Changing Lists and Labels Go back Channel number In channel list Channel label 113 The List & Labels part of the setup lets you edit your channel list and choose or create a personal six-character label for each channel. ESP_ _ _ Note: Changing List and Labels can be time consuming. You can change these at a later time by accessing the Setup menu. Enter the channel number or use keys. 1.
Connections & Setup Explanation of Jacks This section describes the jacks you can use for connections. There are several ways to connect devices to your TV. Back Panel Jacks (in alphabetical order) ANTENNA/ CABLE ANALOG INPUT ANTENNA DIGITAL INPUT ANTENNA/CABLE ANALOG INPUT Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from the antenna, cable, cable box, or a VCR. This input jack is for analog signals only.
Connections & Setup COMPONENT INPUT CMP1 Y PB L PR R COMPOSITE INPUTS S-VIDEO V L / MONO R VID1 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) white.
Connections & Setup The Front of Your TV Front Input Jacks The TV has front input jacks for convenience in connecting a camcorder, digital camera, or video game system. Look for a hinged door and press to open the cover. Please note the illustration below is just an example of how these jacks might appear. AUDIO IN L/MONO VIDEO S-VIDEO IN IN R HEADPHONE PHONES Allows you to connect headphones to listen to the sound coming from the TV.
Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control Chapter Overview: • The Buttons on the Remote Control • Programming the Remote to Operate Other Devices • How To Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed It • Volume Punchthrough Feature • Using the INPUT Button • Remote Code List www.rca.com/television rca.com Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.
Using the Remote Control The Buttons on the Remote Control ON•OFF SAT•CABLE AUX DVD TV GO BACK VOL CH MUTE GUIDE INFO SUB CH FORMAT MENU CLEAR ANT•CABLE INPUT REVERSE PLAY FORWARD RECORD STOP PAUSE (0-9) Number Buttons Enter channel numbers and time settings. Also used in the TV menu to make selections. Analog inputs: To enter a one-digit channel, enter a zero first. To enter a two-digit channel, press the two digits.
Using the Remote Control INPUT Press to toggle through the available input sources (VID1, VID2, FRNT, CMP1, CMP2 and DVI). MENU Displays and clears the Main Menu. Note: If you've just turned on the TV, the digital input takes some time to become available (usually about 25 seconds). While it's getting ready, you won't see the items related to the digital input in the menus. These items will show up once the digital tuner is ready. MUTE Reduces the TV’s volume to its minimum level.
Using the Remote Control Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote To determine whether the universal remote needs to be programmed to operate one of the devices connected to your TV, such as a DVD player, do the following: ON•OFF SAT•CABLE AUX DVD TV GO BACK VOL 1. Turn on the device (in this example, a DVD player). 2. Point the remote at the device. 3. Press the corresponding device button (in this example, DVD). 4. Press ON•OFF to see if the DVD player responds.
Using the Remote Control 3. Press and release the device button (SAT•CABLE, AUX or DVD) you want to program. 4. Repeatedly press and release the ON•OFF button, watching for the device to respond. If it does turn off, press and release the OK button within 3 seconds to save the code. If you accidentally passed the code before saving it, press the left arrow button to backtrack through the codes; then use the right arrow button to go forward through the codes again.
Using the Remote Control Volume Punchthrough Feature You may find this feature helpful if you’ve connected an audio/video receiver (A/V receiver) or amplifier, and you want to use the TV’s remote control to operate the volume for a device that is connected to the audio/video receiver. An example follows: Let’s say you’ve connected your DVD player to your audio/video receiver. You’ve also programmed your TV remote control to operate your DVD player.
GUIDE INFO SUB CH FORMAT MENU Using the Remote Control CLEAR Using the INPUT Button 1. 2. ANT•CABLE INPUT REVERSE RECORD PLAY STOP FORWARD PAUSE Repeatedly press the INPUT button to scroll through the available input sources until you find the input associated with the device (such as a DVD player or cable box) you want to view. Once you find the input source you want, stop pressing INPUT.
Using the Remote Control REALISTIC ............................................................... 469 REGAL ..................................................................... 482 REGENCY ................................................................ 477 REMBRANDT ........................................................... 463 ROGERS ................................................................... 506 RUNCO .................................................................... 486 SAMSUNG ............
Using the Remote Control SAMSUNG ............................ 407 454 455 942 963 891 SAMPO .................................................................... 417 SANSUI .................................................................... 394 SANYO . ............................................................ 416 904 SEARS ............................................................... 394 456 SEG .......................................................................... 428 SHARP .......................
Using the Remote Control SYLVANIA ............................................................... 581 TOSHIBA 641 632 638 629 630 607 572 624 625 631 ULTIMATE TV ................................................. 653 659 UNIDEN .................................................... 633 573 611 UNITED .................................................................. 597 VIDEO CIPHER II .................................................. 574 WEB TV ...........................................................
Chapter 3: Using the TV’s Features Chapter Overview: • Channel Banner • Digital and Analog Channels • Autotuning • Parental Controls and V-Chip www.rca.com/television rca.com Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.
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. What you see depends on the input you're connected to (digital or analog) and the information available for the current program. This display is called the Channel Banner. The list at the bottom of this page describes the items on the Channel Banner screen (left to right and top to bottom).
Using the TV’s Features Tip: Digital and Analog Channels Look at the channel number to determine whether you're on the digital or analog input. A 'D' appears next to channel numbers on a digital channel, while an 'A' appears next to channel numbers on the analog channel. Your TV can choose both, analog and digital channels. You can switch between the two by pressing the ANT•CABLE button on your remote control when the remote is in TV mode.
Using the TV’s Features How to Set Up the Autotuning Feature Setup The way you set up the autotuning feature in the TV’s menu corresponds to the device buttons on the remote and the way you have each device connected to your TV. When you set up autotuning, you’re telling the TV what channel/input to tune to when you press the SAT•CABLE, AUX or DVD button on the remote control. Go back Channel setup Preferences Closed caption Autotuning Convergence ... ... ... ... ... 1.
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 40.
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 Content Themes the left is View or Block. Lists the content themes you can block or view. Go back Lets you select from a list of age-based ratings you can block or view.
Using the TV’s Features Blocking Age-Based Ratings V-Chip TV Rating Go back Status View View View View View View TV-MA TV-14 TV-PG TV-G TV-Y7 TV-Y D L S V FV You can automatically block all program ratings above a specified agebased rating level. To block programs with higher ratings: 1. Press the up or down arrow button to scroll to the rating corresponding with the lowest rating you do not want the child to watch. 2. Press the OK button to toggle between View and Block.
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 ( ) View: 1. Determine the content themes you want to change to ( 2. Press the down arrow button to scroll to the rating whose content theme you want to change, such as language (L) corresponding with TV-14. 3. Press the right arrow button to move the yellow highlight to a particular content theme status. 4.
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. 13 ans + Viewers 13 and over. Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13.
Using the TV’s Features Movie Rating Go back NR X NC-17 R PG-13 PG G Status View... View... View... View... View... View... View... Press OK to View/Block programs with this rating. V-Chip Movie Rating Limit Set movie rating limits by blocking movies rated above a specified level. 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 V-Chip movie rating.
Chapter 4: Using the TV’s Menu System Chapter Overview: • Sound Menu • Picture Menu • Channel Guide Menu • Time Menu • Parental Control Menu • Setup Menu www.rca.com/television rca.com Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.
Sound Using the TV’s Menu System Go back Sound settings Sound type Sound mode SAP Sound logic Dynamic bass Headphone settings Graphic equalizer ... Stereo... Normal... Medium... ... ... Sound The Sound menu for analog channels and all video inputs. Go back Sound settings Default Dig.Ch. Audio Lang. Current Dig.Ch. Audio Lang. Sound mode Sound logic Dynamic bass Headphone settings Graphic equalizer ... English... English... Normal... Sound Menu The Sound menu lets you adjust audio output.
Sound Using the TV’s Menu System Go back Sound settings Default Dig.Ch. Audio Lang. Current Dig.Ch. Audio Lang. Sound mode Sound logic Dynamic bass Headphone settings Graphic equalizer ... English... English... Normal... Medium... ... ... The Sound menu for digital channels Current Dig.Ch. Audio Lang. (available for the digital channels only) Press the right arrow to choose from the audio languages available for the program you're watching.
Using the TV’s Menu System Picture Menu PICTURE Go back Advanced picture settings Picture preset Black level Color Contrast Sharpness Color warmth Tint ... Sports... Cool... Advanced picture settings Adv. pict.
Using the TV’s Menu System PICTURE Go back Advanced picture settings Picture preset Black level Color Contrast Sharpness Color warmth Tint ... Sports... Picture preset 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).
Using the TV’s Menu System Channel Guide Menu The Channel Guide lets you view the entire list of channel numbers and labels. Press the GUIDE button to bring up the Channel Guide menu. There are two different kinds of channel guides—the one you see depends on the input jack used. Channel Guide 02-01 03-01 03-02 03-03 05-01 05-02 08-01 08-02 09-01 To select a channel press OK. Page +: > Page - : < The Channel Guide for the digital input, showing channels and subchannels.
Using the TV’s Menu System Time Menu Time Go back Sleep timer 00:15 Sleep Timer Lets you set the TV to turn off after a given amount of time. Time Wake up timer Wake up time Wake up duration Channel number Daily 12:34 pm 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. 06:00 am 01:00 04 ABC Wake up timer Lets you set the TV to turn itself on.
Setup Using the TV’s Menu System Go back Channel setup Preferences Closed caption Autotuning Convergence Setup Menu ... ... ... ... ... Channel setup Channel setup Go back Signal Source Analog Signal type Auto channel search Auto channel update List and labels 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. Both... Cable... Start Start ...
Using the TV’s Menu System CC Go back Closed Caption Setting Analog CC Type Digital CC Type Digital CC Preset Digital CC Style On... CC1... Service 1... Custom... ... Press < or > key to select the closed caption setting. 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.
Using the TV’s Menu System Digital CC Preset Lets you choose the way the digital closed captioning appears on the screen. CC Go back Closed Caption Setting Analog CC Type Digital CC Type Digital CC Preset Digital CC Style On... CC1... Service 1... Custom... ... Press < or > key to select the closed caption setting. Dig.
Setup Setup Using the TV’s Menu System Go back Channel setup Preferences Closed caption Autotuning Convergence Go back Channel setup Preferences Closed caption Autotuning Convergence Chapter 4 ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... Autotuning Displays a choice list that lets you set up the TV to automatically tune to the correct input channel when you press a device button (SAT•CABLE, AUX or DVD) on the remote. Go to Chapter 3 for details about the Autotuning feature.
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Chapter 5: Other Information Chapter Overview: • FAQs • Troubleshooting • Care and Cleaning • FCC Information • Limited Warranty www.rca.com/television rca.com Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.
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 DIGITAL INPUT to view local digital channels. You might need to purchase an antenna. Go to page 18 for more information. How do I tell an analog channel from a digital channel? There are several different ways to tell if your channel is digital or not. Press the INFO button to display the channel banner. Look at the lower left corner for a channel number.
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 • Press the TV button. • 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. • Something might be wrong with your remote control. Press the POWER button on the front of the TV.
Other Information Can’t select certain channel • Make sure the remote control is in TV mode. Press the TV button and enter the channel number using the number buttons. • Channel may be blocked or not approved in the Parental Controls menu. • 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). Noisy stereo reception • May be a weak station. Use Sound menu to choose mono sound.
Other Information • 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.) • 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 (if necessary) program the remote again.
Other Information Care and Cleaning CAUTION: Turn OFF your TV before cleaning. You can clean the TV as required, using a soft lint-free cloth. Be sure to occasionally dust the ventilation slots in the cabinet to help assure adequate ventilation. The TV’s screen may be cleaned with a soft, lint-free cloth as well. Take care not to scratch or mar the screen. If necessary, you may use a cloth dampened with warm water. Never use strong cleaning agents, such as ammoniabased cleaners, or abrasive powder.
Other Information RCA High-Definition Television (HDTV) Limited Warranty What your warranty covers: • Defects in materials or workmanship to the first consumer purchaser. For how long after your purchase: • One year from date of purchase for labor. • One year from date of purchase for parts. • One year from date of purchase for the picture tubes. What we will do: Pay an Authorized Service Center the labor charges to repair your unit.
Other Information Limitation of Warranty: • • THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MECHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN BY TTE TECHNOLOGY, INC., ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.
Index A A/V receiver 14 Age-based ratings 37 Amplifier 42 Analog Closed Captions 49, 50 Analog TV 2, 18, 32, 33, 46, 48 ANT•CAB button 2, 22 Antenna 2, 18 Jack 18 Aspect ratio 3 Audio remote codes 27 Audio/Video Cables 19 Jacks 19 Auto channel search 16, 48 Auto channel update 48 Auto convergence 51 Autoformat 56 Automatic code search 24, 25 Auto skin tone 44 Autotuning 33, 34 AUX button 22 B Balance 42 Batteries 15 Black level 45 Buttons ANT•CAB 2, 22 AUX 22 Front panel 20 INFO 22 INPUT 27 SAT/CABLE 23 TV
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