HDTV User’s Guide Find Inside: t The DLP Experience ... page 1 t Connections ................. page 9 t Remote .......................... page 34 t Features ........................ page 42 t Menus ............................ page 62 t FAQs ............................... page 78 t Troubleshooting .........
Important Information WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). With the exception of the lamp, no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
Introduction Thank you for choosing RCA Scenium Congratulations on purchasing this RCA Scenium High Definition Television (HDTV) featuring Texas Instruments Digital Light Processing™ technology–a true viewing experience. Your purchase decision represents an investment in a new generation of technology–DLP™ and HDTV. Even though this is a technologically advanced HDTV, it is the most user-friendly of its kind–with comprehensive on-screen instructions that guide you through all of the TV’s features.
Introduction Part 2: Why RCA Scenium HDTV is better DLP™ technology is just part of the story. You have chosen to embark on the next generation of TV viewing–HDTV. There are many technological advancements that make HDTV better than analog TV, but there are basically three things about HDTV that bring you a superior viewing experience: (1) resolution, (2) aspect ratio, and (3) digital signal and sound. Resolution (it’s math...
Introduction Digital Signal and Sound The analog television broadcast system that has been used in the United States for the past 50 years transmits signals as electronic waves. These waves can suffer degradation as the signal travels to your home. Additionally, the analog waves are susceptible to interference from planes passing overhead, weather, and household appliances.
Introduction User-friendly Features Help You Personalize Your TV Main Menu4Picture Quality 0 Go Back 1 Picture Settings 2 Picture Presets 3 Auto Color 4 Color Warmth 5 Noise Reduction 6 Green Stretch 7 Edge Enhancement 8 Contrast Expand 9 Advanced Settings Vibrant Day Contrast Natural Color 70% Tint 55% Black Level 60% Cinematic (Night) Videogame Sharpness Professional Auto Color Personal Color Warmth Noise Reduction 65% • You can customize your TV to fit your viewing taste and match the
Table of Contents Introduction............................................................................................... 1 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect .........................................................................................8 Protect Against Power Surges ...................................................................................................8 Protect Devices from Overheating ...........................................................
Table of Contents Setup .........................................................................................................................................49 Schedule ...................................................................................................................................50 Promotions and Advertising....................................................................................................51 Parental Controls ..........................................................
Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Chapter Overview: t Things to Consider Before You Connect t Choose Your Signal t Choose Your Connection t Why You Should Connect the G-LINK Cable t Plug in the TV t Put Batteries in the Remote t Turn on the TV t Use the Remote Control to Complete the Assisted Setup t Complete the Assisted Setup t What To Expect t Next Steps t Explanation of Jacks t The Front of Your TV Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.
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 sheet packed with your TV.
Connections and Setup Choose Your Signal The first part of connecting your TV is to get a signal. The back panel of your TV allows you to connect cable by using the CABLE INPUT; off-air antenna by using the ANTENNA INPUT; and a digital cable card by using the CableCARD slot. See below for these locations.
Connections and Setup Using the CableCARD Slot The CableCARD slot allows you to use a digital cable card to receive digital cable services, including premium and HDTV cable channels, without the need for a set-top box. Please contact your local cable company to obtain a digital cable card. Depending on your cable company, someone might come to your home to install the digital cable card for you, or they’ll simply send you the digital cable card.
Connections and Setup Choose Your Connection There are several ways to connect your HDTV, depending on the devices you want to connect and the quality of the signal you want to achieve. The HDMI/DVI and component jacks are considered excellent; S-Video is very good; composite jacks are good, while connecting devices to the Antenna or Cable input is fair. Please use the following chart to determine which connection is best for you. Cables may be ordered separately by calling the number on page 86.
Connections and Setup Y Pb Pr Connection COMPOSITE INPUT COMPONENT (1080i/720p/480p/480i)/COMPOSITE INPUTS INPUT 1 AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT INPUT 3 CABLE INPUT VIDEO DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT (OPTICAL) O L VIDEO R L L R R L SUBWOOFER G-LINK R S-VIDEO INPUT 2 Y/VIDEO L PB R PR INPUT VIDEO OUTPUT L AUDIO R S-VIDEO IN COMPONENT VIDEO Y VIDEO TV button ON•OFF VCR TV DVD AUDIO AUX•HD SAT•CABLE MUTE FORMAT PAGE + VOL VOL CH + CH – PAGE - GO BACK BACKLIG
Connections and Setup Green Blue Red Connecting the Device This connection allows you to connect a device that has Y Pb Pr jacks, for example, a DVD player. If the device you are connecting also has S-Video or composite video, we recommend you use the component video input for better quality. Using the example of a DVD player: 1. Connect your cable and/or off-air antenna as described on page 9. Component Video cables (Y Pb Pr) are color coded- Green, Blue and Red 2.
Connections and Setup Audio/Video Input and Output Connection COMPOSITE INPUT COMPONENT (1080i/720p/480p/480i)/COMPOSITE INPUTS INPUT 2 FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT INPUT 3 CABLE INPUT DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT (OPTICAL) Y/VIDEO L Y/VIDEO L PB R PB R SUBWOOFER L G-LINK S-VIDEO PR S-VIDEO R AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT INPUT 1 VIDEO VIDEO L L R R INPUT OUTPUT COMPONENT VIDEO Y VIDEO TV button ON•OFF VCR TV DVD AUDIO AUX•HD SAT•CABLE MUTE FORMAT PAGE + VOL VOL CH + CH – PAGE - GO BACK
Connections and Setup Red Yellow White Connecting the Device This connection allows you to connect a device such as a VCR that has audio/ video inputs and outputs. Connecting to the TV’s output allows you to record both analog and digital programs (except copy protected or component video formats). Using the example of a VCR: 1. Connect your cable and/or off-air antenna as described on page 9.
Connections and Setup HDMI/DVI Connection COMPOSITE INPUT COMPONENT (1080i/720p/480p/480i)/COMPOSITE INPUTS AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT INPUT 2 INPUT 1 CABLE INPUT VIDEO Y/VIDEO L VIDEO L PB R L L R PR R R DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT (OPTICAL) SUBWOOFER G-LINK S-VIDEO INPUT 3 Y/VIDEO L PB R PR C S-VIDEO A B Device with DVI Device with HDMI Pb Y Video Out TV button ON•OFF VCR TV DVD AUDIO AUX•HD SAT•CABLE MUTE Pr R Audio Out L HDMI Out OR L R DVI Ou
Connections and Setup Connecting the Device High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an uncompressed digital interface that carries both video and audio data by way of an integrated mini-plug cable. Since HDMI is based on Digital Visual Interface (DVI), the jack on the back of your TV is also compatible with devices that have a DVI jack. Note: The HDMI/DVI jack is not intended to be used with a computer. • Connect your device that has an HDMI jack using an HDMI cable.
Connections and Setup Advanced Audio Connection Information With the audio versatility of your HDTV, you can choose various connection options depending on the type and quality of sound that you want. From good to best sound, choose one of the options or refer to the user’s manual of each device that you are connecting to get the best results. • Use your TV’s internal speakers (good sound). • Connect an audio receiver (speakers connected to receiver) to your TV (better sound).
Connections and Setup Why You Should Connect the G-LINK Cable The supplied G-LINK cable enables the TV Guide On Screen system (the on-screen interactive program guide) to work with your VCR and/or cable box. Cable Box – If your TV is connected to a cable box, you must connect the G-LINK cable to receive TV program listings for your area and to tune directly to a channel when the TV Guide On Screen system is on.
Connections and Setup Plug in the TV Plug the flat end of the cable into the power jack on the back of the TV. Then plug the other end of the power cord into an appropriate wall outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely. Do not plug the TV into an outlet controlled by a light switch. Note: When you first plug your TV into an outlet, the Power indicator on the front panel will light and blink for approximately 30 seconds and then go off during the initialization of the TV.
Connections and Setup Complete the Assisted Setup Your TV’s menu system allows you to customize your TV’s features. On-screen information helps you choose settings to match your setup. The first time you turn on your TV, the Assisted Setup screen appears automatically. Select Begin Setup to start or select Cancel Setup to exit. Main Menu4Assisted Setup 0 Go Back 1 Continue Setup 2 Cancel Setup English Highlight with the 5and 6 arrows. Select with the OK button.
Connections and Setup Step 1: Identifying Your TV’s Location 1. If your country is highlighted, press OK on the remote control. If your country isn’t highlighted, press the up or down arrow button on the remote control to highlight your country and press OK. 2. Use the number buttons and/or the arrows on your remote to enter your zip code or postal code. Press OK when you’re finished.
Connections and Setup 4. Highlight the channel you have to tune your TV to see cable box programming, and press OK (a screen appears reminding you to connect your G-LINK cable to your TV and cable box). Notes: This screen only appears if Cable Input was selected in the previous screen. Channel 03 is the most common. 5. Highlight your brand of cable box, and press OK. If your brand isn’t listed, highlight Not Listed and press OK. 6. Make sure your cable box is on.
Connections and Setup Step 3: Configuring for Antenna If you have an antenna connected to your TV, press OK to select Yes and continue. If you don’t have an antenna connected to your TV, press the down arrow button to highlight No and press OK to continue. Note: If you have two off-air antennas connected and you’re not getting channel listings after setup is complete, try swapping the antennas.
Connections and Setup 4. If your VCR stopped playing the tape, the test was successful. Highlight Yes and press OK. If your VCR didn’t stop playing the tape, you can either choose No or Test this code again. If the G-LINK wand is out of place, position it correctly (go to page 19 for an example). If you think your TV or remote might have been touched during the test, make sure the VCR is on and playing a tape. Highlight Test this code again.
Connections and Setup What To Expect The next time you turn on your TV after setting up the TV Guide On Screen system, the Guide will appear on the screen. The following examples explain what you might see: • If all of the program information has been sent to your TV, the TV Guide On Screen system appears with all of your TV program listings. • If the program information hasn’t been sent to your TV yet, an outline of the TV Guide On Screen system (without TV program listings) will appear on the screen.
Connections and Setup Changing Channels Depending upon the type of signals you have connected to your HDTV, you might notice that the channels change slower than you’re used to. This is perfectly normal. Digital cable channels sometimes take longer to tune. Some channels might be found during the channel search that aren’t available. Some channels are enabled by the cable company that don’t carry programming, such as video-on-demand. When channels are unavailable, your TV’s screen displays Unusable signal.
Connections and Setup Explanation of Jacks The diagrams below illustrate jacks found on the back of the TV. When connecting cables, be sure to connect corresponding outputs and inputs (video input into video out, right audio input into right audio out, etc.).
Connections and Setup VIDEO/AUDIO INPUTS COMPOSITE INPUT INPUT 1 COMPOSITE INPUT Connect an NTSC (analog) device. These jacks are used for most audio/video connections between devices. The audio/video jacks are often color coded (yellow for video, red for right audio, and white for left audio). INPUT 1 VIDEO L R • R Audio Provides right audio connection and connector is usually red. • L Audio Provides left audio connection and connector is usually white.
Connections and Setup AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUTS AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT Connect a VCR or DVD-recorder to record digital and analog programs from the Cable or Antenna Input (excluding copyprotected programs and component video formats) while the TV is turned on. You must leave the TV on the same channel you are recording. VIDEO L R • R Audio Provides right audio connection and connector is usually red. • L Audio Provides left audio connection and connector is usually white.
Connections and Setup The Front of Your TV AUDIO IN VIDEO L/MONO R IN 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. HEADPHONE Notes: When you plug in headphones, the TV’s internal speakers are muted. Use the VOL up or down button to control the volume.
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Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control Chapter Overview: t The Buttons on the Remote Control t Programming the Remote to Operate Other Devices t How To Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed It t Volume Punchthrough Feature t Using the INPUT Button t Remote Code List Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.
Using the Remote Control The Buttons on the Remote Control ON•OFF VCR TV DVD AUDIO AUX•HD SAT•CABLE MUTE FORMAT PAGE + VOL VOL CH + CH – PAGE - GO BACK BACKLIGHT SKIP INFO GUIDE Arrows (up, down, left, right) (0-9) Number Buttons Used to move through the on-screen menus. Enter channel numbers and time settings. ANT•CAB Switches between Antenna and Cable Input. In VCR mode, functions as a TV/VCR button.
Using the Remote Control INPUT Toggles through the TV’s available input sources (INPUT 1, INPUT 2, INPUT 3, Front Input, HDMI/DVI, and last-active channel). To quickly access an input, press the INPUT button and the input number, for example, INPUT + 1 to access INPUT 1. MENU Makes Main Menu appear and disappear. In the TV Guide On Screen system, displays more options for the highlighted item. MUTE Reduces the TV’s volume to its minimum level. Press again to restore volume.
Using the Remote Control Programming the Remote to Operate Other Devices ON•OFF VCR DVD AUDIO AUX•HD SAT•CABLE The universal remote can be programmed to operate many brands of remotecontrollable VCRs, audio devices, DVD players, cable boxes, satellite receivers and other devices. In addition to being programmed to operate your television, it’s already programmed to operate most RCA devices.
Using the Remote Control 4. Press and release PLAY, then wait 5 seconds or until the device button stops flashing. At this point the remote is searching for the correct code to program. If, after 5 seconds, the device you want to operate does not turn off, press PLAY again to tell the remote to search the next set of codes. Continue pressing and releasing PLAY until the device turns off or you have searched through all of the codes.
Using the Remote Control Modes of Operation Because this universal remote can control several different devices (DVD player, VCR, cable box, etc.) it uses operational modes triggered by the device buttons. For example, if you want the remote control to operate the TV, press the TV button to put the remote into TV mode. If you want the remote to operate the VCR, press the VCR button. The button corresponding to the mode the remote is in lights up when you press any button that works in that mode.
Using the Remote Control Input source Acquiring Channel... 00:30 Front Input Listening to English in SRS MPAA - Not Rated 12:30 AM 12:39 PM DVD 4:3 Normal 480i SD Note: Watch the Channel Banner to see the input sources change each time you press the INPUT button. Using the INPUT Button 1. Repeatedly press the INPUT button to scroll through the available input sources until you find the input associated with the device (such as VCR or DVD player) you want to view. 2.
Using the Remote Control DVD codes Programmable for DVD and AUX•HD buttons. DVD Aiwa ...................................................................3010, 3021 Apex ...................................................................3023, 3024 Broksonic ...........................................................3027, 3075 Daewoo........................................................................3028 Denon ...................................................... 3029, 3030, 3031 Emerson .................
Chapter 3: Using the TV’s Features Chapter Overview: t About the Channel Banner t Digital or Analog TV Channels t About the TV Guide On Screen System t Parental Controls t How V-Chip Works for the USA and Canada t Auto Tuning Feature t Emergency Alert System (EAS) Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.
Using the TV’s Features Program Title/Acquiring Channel Ch 6-1 DNLJ Listening to English in SRS MPAA - Not Rated 00:30 12:39 PM 12:30 AM Cable Input 16:9 Normal 1080i HD About the Channel Banner The Channel Banner appears when you press the INFO button on the remote. If an icon in the channel banner is grayed out (dim), the feature is not available. The following list describes the items on the Channel Banner screen (left to right and top to bottom).
Using the TV’s Features Digital or Analog TV Channels A single off-air antenna can pick up both analog and digital channels. Digital channels can be made up of primary channels and subchannels. Note: Subchannels (sometimes called minor channels) are channels associated with the Primary channel (sometimes called the major channel). A primary channel may have just one subchannel or multiple subchannels.
Using the TV’s Features Video window Service navigation bar Channel listings About the TV Guide On Screen System The TV Guide On Screen system is a no-fee, on-screen program guide that lists TV schedules for your area and enables your TV to directly control a cable box and/or recording device. You must first set up the TV Guide On Screen system in order to view this on-screen program guide (see Chapter 1 for details).
Using the TV’s Features 5. To quickly access the Service navigation bar when exploring the TV Guide On Screen system, press the MENU button, highlight go to Service bar, and press OK. There are two different ways to view more service options: • Highlight a service item and press the MENU button. If available, options appear in the panel window on the left side of the screen associated with the service item.
Using the TV’s Features Set Recording There are various ways from within a service to set a recording. Those will be referenced later and you’ll be referred back to these instructions. To set a recording, highlight a program from Listings, for example, and press MENU. The Episode Options panel menu appears. 1. Highlight set recording and press OK. The Record Options panel menu appears. 2. Press the left or right arrow button to select a frequency.
Using the TV’s Features Set Reminder There are various ways from within a service item to set a reminder. Those will be referenced later and you’ll be referred back to these instructions. To set a reminder, highlight a program from Listings, for example, and press MENU. The Episode Options panel menu appears. 1. Highlight set reminder and press OK. The Remind Options panel menu appears. 2. Press the left or right arrow button to select a frequency.
Using the TV’s Features Search The Search service item allows you to browse programs by different categories, such as HDTV, Sports, Movies, and Children’s programs, alphabetically, or by keyword. To search shows by category: 1. With Search highlighted, press the down arrow button, and the left or right arrow button if necessary, to highlight a category. 2. Press the down arrow button to select a sub-category within the category you selected, and press OK. 3.
Using the TV’s Features Setup The Setup service item allows you to access the TV Guide On Screen setup information. You can do the following in the Setup menu: Change system settings Confirms the settings you completed in the TV Guide On Screen system setup are correct. Press OK to view your settings and display the following options: • Yes, everything is correct Select to keep your settings as they are. • Yes, but my lineup is incorrect channel lineup.
Using the TV’s Features Schedule The Schedule service item allows you to alter the programs for either viewing or recording programs. Highlight Schedule to display the programs. To select a different way to sort the schedule, highlight Schedule and press MENU. The Schedule Options panel menu appears with sort by highlighted. Choose date to display the programs by date and time with the most recent date and time first. Choose title to display programs in alphabetical order.
Using the TV’s Features Set Manual Reminder You can also set manual reminders through Schedule. Highlight Schedule and press MENU. 1. Press the down arrow button to highlight new manual reminder and press OK. The Remind Options panel menu appears. 2. Follow set manual recording steps 2-6 to set the date, start and end time, channel and input. When you’ve selected the input, press the down arrow button to highlight power on TV. 3.
Using the TV’s Features Parental Controls Main Menu 0 Go Back 1 Picture Quality 2 Audio 3 Parental Controls 4 Connections 5 Preferences 6 Assisted Setup The Parental Controls menu lets you set up the Locked and Unlocked channel lists, ratings, and blocking features: •Lock TV/Unlock TV: Choose to either lock or unlock the TV. •Video Input List: Choose the inputs to be seen or hidden. •Cable Channel List: Choose channels for the Cable Input. •Antenna Channel List: Choose channels for the Antenna Input.
Using the TV’s Features Editing Channels in the Channel Lists Main Menu4Parental Controls 0 Go Back 1 Lock TV 2 Video Input List 3 Cable Channel List 4 Antenna Ch. List 5 USA V-Chip 6 Canada V-Chip 7 V-Chip Unrated 8 Front Button Block Unlocked List Locked List All Channels 2 Viewable Viewable 3 Viewable 4 Viewable 5 Viewable 6 Viewable 8 Viewable 10 Viewable 11 Viewable Press OK to edit the video input List. Each input can be added or deleted in the list and made blocked or viewable.
Using the TV’s Features USA V-Chip Rating Limit Screen The following is an example of where items are located within the V-Chip TV Rating screen below the USA V-Chip menu. Rating Status Field Lets you select whether the status of the age-based Rating Field rating limit to the left is Viewable or Blocked. Content Themes Lists the content themes you can block or view. Lets you select from a list of age-based ratings you can block or view.
Using the TV’s Features Blocking Age-Based Ratings You can automatically block all program ratings above a specified age-based rating level. For example, if you only want your child to watch programs that have a TV-G rating and lower (in other words, you want the child to watch TV-G, TV-Y7, and TV-Y), then you need to block out higher ratings. To block programs with higher ratings: 1.
Using the TV’s Features Viewing Specific Content Themes If you block specific content themes, you have the option of going back and changing some of the content themes back to (V) Viewable: 1. Determine the content themes you want to change to (V) Viewable. Content Themes D Sexually explicit dialogue L Adult language S Sexual situations V Violence FV Fantasy Violence 2. Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight the age-based rating whose content theme you want to change to Viewable. 3.
Using the TV’s Features Canada V-Chip Canadian TV V-Chip supports two different Canadian rating systems: English and French. Age-Based Rating 18+ 14+ Canada V-Chip English Rating System Adults. Programming intended for adults 18 and older. It may contain elements of violence, language, and sexual content which could make it unsuitable for viewers under 18. Violence guidelines: may contain violence integral to the development of the plot, character or theme, intended for adult audiences.
Using the TV’s Features Age-Based Rating Canada V-Chip French Rating System 18+ Adults. Programming is for adults only. This program contains sustained violence or extremely violent scenes. 16+ 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+ 13+ (Viewers 13 and over) Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13.
Using the TV’s Features Main Menu4Parental Controls 0 Go Back 1 Lock TV 2 Video Input List 3 Cable Channel List 4 Antenna Ch. List 5 USA V-Chip 6 Canada V-Chip 7 V-Chip Unrated 8 Front Button Block Front Buttons Blocked Front Buttons Unblocked When the buttons on the TV are blocked and the TV is locked, only the remote will control the TV. This keeps children from playing with the buttons.
Using the TV’s Features Channel 2, 3 or 4 Antenna Input Device is connected to the ANTENNA INPUT jack on the back of the TV, and you want the TV to tune to channel 2, 3, or 4 when you press the corresponding button on the remote. Reminder: make sure the device’s Channel 2/3 or 3/4 switch is set to match the channel you choose in Auto Tuning.
Chapter 4: Using the TV’s Menu System Chapter Overview: t Menus, On-Screen Help, and Control Panels t TV Guide Menu t Picture Quality Menu t Audio Menu t Connections Menu t Preferences Menu Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.
Using the TV’s Menu System Menus, On-screen Help, and Control Panels This section highlights your TV’s on-screen menu system. The menu system has several types of screens. An overview follows. Note: The Parental Controls menu items is discussed in the Features chapter, while Assisted Setup is discussed in the Connections and Setup chapter.
Using the TV’s Menu System Sliders 6 Balance Sliders are used to select a specific point of a control that has continuous levels. To make adjustments: Highlight the slider for the feature you want to adjust. 2. Press the up or down arrow button to adjust the indicator on a vertical slider. Press the left or right arrow button to adjust the indicator on a horizontal slider. 50% 50% 50% 50% 50% 50% 1. Choice Lists Check boxes and radio buttons are used to select options from a list.
Using the TV’s Menu System Main Menu 0 Go Back 1 TV Guide Menu 2 Picture Quality 3 Audio 4 Parental Controls 5 Connections 6 Preferences 7 Assisted Setup The TV Guide Menu has screens for accessing and adjusting the features of the TV Guide On Screen™ guide: •TV Guide On Screen: See whatʼs on TV. •TV Guide Setup: Set up the TV Guide On Screen™ guide. •TV Guide Label: Turn the channel label/logo on or off.
Using the TV’s Menu System Picture Presets Main Menu4Picture Quality 0 Go Back 1 Picture Settings 2 Picture Presets 3 Auto Color 4 Color Warmth 5 Noise Reduction 6 Green Stretch 7 Edge Enhancement 8 Contrast Expand 9 Advanced Settings Vibrant Day Contrast 65% Natural Color 70% Cinematic (Night) Tint 55% Black Level 60% Videogame Sharpness 55% Professional Auto Color Personal Color Warmth Noise Reduction On Cool Frame Comb Green Stretch High Edge Enhancement Low Contrast Expand Hig
Using the TV’s Menu System Main Menu4Picture Quality 0 Go Back 1 Picture Settings 2 Picture Presets 3 Auto Color 4 Color Warmth 5 Noise Reduction 6 Green Stretch 7 Edge Enhancement 8 Contrast Expand 9 Advanced Settings Off Low High Edge Enhancement "replaces" gradual edge transitions in the video with steeper edges. This creates a picture with sharper edges. A change in this screen is applied to Input 2.
Using the TV’s Menu System Audio Menu Main Menu 0 Go Back 1 TV Guide Menu 2 Picture Quality 3 Audio 4 Parental Controls 5 Connections 6 Preferences 7 Assisted Setup The Audio menu has screens for setting the audio features and for tweaking the sound: The Audio menu lets you adjust audio output. To access the Audio menu, press MENU on the remote, and then select Audio from the main menu.
Using the TV’s Menu System Sound Logic Main Menu4Audio 0 Go Back 1 Equalizer Presets 2 Audio Processor 3 Sound Logic 4 Audio Mode 5 SAP 6 Balance 7 Audio Connections Off On Turning Sound Logic on will monitor a program's audio track and limit volume excursions to a minimum and maximum volume range from the current volume setting.
Using the TV’s Menu System Main Menu4Audio 0 Go Back 1 Equalizer Presets 2 Audio Processor 3 Sound Logic 4 Audio Mode 5 SAP 6 Balance 7 Audio Connections The Audio Connections menu has screens for setting up inputs or outputs that are associated with audio: •Fixed/Variable Out: Choose output type; set up subwoofer. •Digital Audio Out: Choose either Auto Select or PCM output. •DVI Audio Input: Choose a TV audio input for a DVI device.
Using the TV’s Menu System Connections Menu Main Menu 0 Go Back 1 TV Guide Menu 2 Picture Quality 3 Audio 4 Parental Controls 5 Connections 6 Preferences 7 Assisted Setup The Connections menu has screens for specifying and optimizing the connections (inputs) to the TV: •Signal Strength: Check the strengths of antenna channels. •Channel Search: Search for available channels in your area. •Signal Source: Lost remote? This screen changes inputs. •Auto Tuning: Create one button access to your devices.
Using the TV’s Menu System Signal Source Main Menu4Connections 0 Go Back 1 Signal Strength 2 Channel Search 3 Signal Source 4 Auto Tuning 5 Special Features Front Input Use this screen if you have misplaced your remote control and need a way to tune to a different antenna or to go to the video inputs. Use the arrows to highlight the rectangle then press OK or MENU-OK to scroll to the input you want.
Using the TV’s Menu System Diagnostic Info This screen allows cable and TV installers to view details helpful to them during installation and troubleshooting. Main Menu Connections Special Features 0 1 Initial Channel 2 Initial Volume 3 Maximum Volume 4 CableCARD Tools 5 CableCARD Reset 6 Diagnostic Info 7 Remote Setup Go Back Select the remote mode that this TV should respond to: TV (default) TV2 TV3 Use this screen if you want to set up this RCA TV to respond to a different RCA TV remote mode.
Using the TV’s Menu System Main Menu4Preferences4Closed Captioning 0 Go Back 1 Caption Display 2 Analog Captions 3 Digital Captions 4 Caption Priority 5 Caption Style CC1 CC2 You can select a mode or source of closed captions for analog-TV programs. CC3 CC4 Text 1 Text 2 Text 3 If the "Caption Priority" feature is set to "Use the analog captions", then the analog caption mode you select is also used for digital-TV programs. Note: CC1 and Text 1 are the primary caption and text services.
Using the TV’s Menu System Caption Style Main Menu4Preferences4Closed Captioning 0 Go Back 1 Caption Display 2 Analog Captions 3 Digital Captions 4 Caption Priority 5 Caption Style When available digital captions can be displayed using: Your custom settings below.* The caption providerʼs default setting.
Using the TV’s Menu System Time Menu Main Menu Preferences Time Menu 0 Go Back 1 Sleep Timer 2 Wake-Up Timer 3 Time of Day The current time is 3:58 PM. Daily Timer On Daily Timer Off Turn TV On at: + 12:00 - pm Turn TV Off at: + 1:15 - Durationut pm 1 hour, 15 minutes When the timer is on, it will turn the TV on and tune to: Antenna Input + Channel - 46 + Sub-Channel - 1 Tip: You can also use Wake-up Timer as a burglar deterrent or to turn the TV on for your favorite show.
Using the TV’s Menu System Main Menu Preferences 0 Go Back 1 Closed Captioning 2 Screen Format 3 Time Menu 4 Color Scheme 5 Translucency 6 Menu Language 7 Lamp Power Brighter Picture Longer life You can choose the lamp's power setting. The "Longer Life" setting produces a picture that is less bright, however, it should extend the life of the lamp as compared to the "Brighter Picture" setting. Choose a selection that best fits your viewing environment and intended usage of the TV.
Chapter 5: Other Information Chapter Overview: t Frequently Asked Questions t Troubleshooting t Lamp Replacement Information t HDTV Specifications t Accessory Information t Limited Warranty t Care and Cleaning t FCC Information t Index 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 INPUT to view local digital channels. You might need to purchase an antenna. Go to page 9 for more information. How do I tell an analog channel from a digital channel? There are three different ways to tell if your channel is digital or not. Press the INFO button to display the channel banner. Look at the 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. Note for U.S. customers: If you prefer, we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service Representative who will visit you home for a fee to install your electronic entertainment system and to instruct you in its operation. For details about this service, call 1-888-206-3359. For additional assistance while using your RCA Scenium product, please visit www.
Other Information Video and audio are out of sync • If you’ve connected a component, such as a DVD player, to your TV’s Video jack, and to an audio receiver using the audio jacks, you may experience a slight delay between the audio heard and the video seen. Connect the DVD player to the TV’s Audio jacks, then use the TV’s FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT jacks to connect to an audio receiver.
Other Information Can’t select certain 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 or INPUT button on your VCR). • You usually can’t change channels when a menu is on the screen (press the CLEAR button). • You might need to reset your digital cable card if you have one installed. Go to page 71 for more instructions. Noisy stereo reception • May be a weak station.
Other Information Scheduled Reminder or Recording doesn’t occur • Check Listings or Schedule for timer conflicts. Go to page 46 or 50 for instructions. • Make sure the wands of the G-LINK cable are placed in front of the remote sensor(s) on the component(s). • Make sure your VCR is turned off during the time you’ve scheduled to record a program because the system turns the VCR on when it starts recording (if it’s already on when recording starts, the system will turn it off).
Other Information Lamp Replacement Information Replacing the Lamp Unit Your TV’s source of light comes from a lamp – similar to lamps used in film or front projectors. Although this lamp is longlasting, it may need to be replaced eventually. When to replace the lamp You probably need a new lamp if there’s no picture, but you still can hear the audio and the power light on the front of the TV does the following: blinks 5 times, pauses, blinks 5 times again.
Other Information HDTV Specifications** Tuning Capability Channel Tuning ........................................................................NTSC/ATSC/64 QAM - 256 QAM Digital Cable Compatibility ......................................................64 QAM - 256, QAM, HDMI/DVI, ..................................................................................................Component, CableCARD slot Video 3:2 Pull Down (Film Mode) .....................................................
Other Information Convenience Auto Channel Search ............................................................Yes Multilingual On-screen Display ............................................English, French, Spanish Auto Tuning ..........................................................................Yes Closed Captioning .................................................................Analog & Digital Front Button Block ...............................................................Yes Commercial Skip .....
Other Information Accessory Information Below are accessories available to complement your product. 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 and locality to which the merchandise is being sent.
Other Information 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. • One year from date of purchase for light engine and lamp assembly. The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.
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 TTE TECHNOLOGY, INC., ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.
Index Symbols B C 3:2 pulldown 66 Backlight button 34 Balance 68 Batteries, installing 20 Batteries, remote 82 Black Level 64 Block Age-Based Ratings 55 Front Panel 59 Movie ratings 56 Specific Content Themes 55 V-Chip Unrated Program 58 Buttons ANT•CAB 34 Arrows 34 AUDIO 34 AUX 34 Backlight 34 CC 34 Channel down 31 Channel up 31 Ch +/- buttons 34 CLEAR 34 Don’t work 79 DVD 34 FORMAT 34 FORWARD 35 FREEZE 34 Front panel 31 GO BACK 34 GUIDE 34 INFO 34 INPUT 35 MENU 35 MENU/OK 31 Number 34 OK 35 ON•OFF 35
Index G G-LINK connecting 19 jack 28 wands 19 GO BACK button 34 Graphic equalizer 67 Green Stretch 65 GUIDE button 34 H HDMI/DVI jack 28 HDTV specifications 84 Help text 62 Home Theatre box remote codes 40 Horizontal Position 66 I Icons Channel banner 42 Indirect light 8 INFO button 34 Initial channel 71 Initial volume 71 INPUT 1 jacks 29 INPUT 2 jacks 29 INPUT 3 jacks 29 INPUT button 35 J Jacks ANTENNA INPUT 29 AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT 30 CABLE INPUT 29 COMPONENT/COMPOSITE INPUTS 29 COMPOSITE INPUTS 29 DIGITA
Index SRS 67 Stereo 67 SOUND button 35 Sound Logic 68 Sound mode icons 42 Special Features 71 Specifications 84 Back panel 85 Front panel 85 Sound 84 Video 84 SRS 67 Stereo 67 STOP button 35 Stretch, screen format 74 Subchannels 70 SUBWOOFER jack 30 T Things to Consider Before You Connect 8 Timer Sleep 75 Wake-up 75 Time display 42 Time of Day 75 Tint 64 Translucency 75 Troubleshooting 79 TruScan 3 Turn on TV 20 TV button 35 TV Guide menu 64 TV Guide On Screen system 44 Listings 45 Problems 81 Recording ic
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Visit the RCA Scenium website at www.rcascenium.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. TTE Technology, Inc. 10330 North Meridian Street Indianapolis, IN 46290 ©2005 TTE Technology, Inc. RCA and associated marks are trademarks of THOMSON S.A. used under license to TTE Corporation.
