user’s guide | RCA LCD FLAT PAneL HDTV contents connections 7 remote 22 features 30 menus 36 FAQs 40 warranty 46 Table of contents 1
Important Information CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double insulation between hazardous main 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. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
Important Safety Instructions 1. Read and follow all instructions. 2. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 3. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 4. Do not negate the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
Table of Contents Important Information ................................................................................................................... i Important Safety Information.........................................................................................................ii Chapter 1 I Connections & Setup Before Initial Setup .................................................................................................................... 7 Protect Against Power Surges ................
Chapter 2 I Using the Remote Control Remote Control Buttons ......................................................................................................... 22 TV Functions ............................................................................................................................. 22 InPUT Button ............................................................................................................................ 23 Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components .........
Chapter 5 I Other Information Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ....................................................................................... 40 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................... 41 V-Chip Rating Explanations .................................................................................................... 44 US V-Chip Rating System ...............................................................
1 Connections and Setup Before Initial Setup Protect Against Power Surges •Connectallcomponentsbeforeyoupluganypowercordsintothewalloutletorpowerstrip. •NEVERplugyourTVintoanoutletthatiscontrolledbyawallswitch. •TurnofftheTVbeforeyouconnectordisconnectanycables. •Makesureallantennasandcablesareproperlygrounded.RefertotheImportantSafetyInstructions. Safety Information •Protectcomponentsfromoverheating.
Attaching Your TV to the Table Stand Your TV comes without the table stand attached so that you can choose to mount your TV either to its table stand or to a wall (wall mount sold separately). If you want to mount your TV to the wall, don’t attach the table stand. Follow the Mounting Your TV to the Wall instructions on page 12. Fixed Table Stand Assembly for Models L26HD31 and L26HD31S Parts List Step 1 Remove the TV bag and place it on a large, flat surface such as a table or countertop.
Fixed Table Stand Assembly for Model L32HD31 Parts List Step 1 1 Stand Table Remove the TV bag and place it on a large, flat surface such as a table or countertop. Remove the TV from the carton and place it face down on the TV bag. Be sure that the TV is face down to avoid scratching the screen. Follow the directions on the following pages for assembling the stand and attaching it to the TV. 1 Post Support 3 Size M4 ST-Screws 1 Size M8 Screw Step 2 1.
Swivel Table Stand Assembly for Models L32HD36 and L40HD36 Parts List 1 Hinge 1 Stand Table Base 4 Size M5 Screws 1 Size M8 Screw 1 Hinge Cover Step 1 There are two options for the stand assembly: Option 1: Your TV has been packed upside down in the carton (see Figure 1) so you can attach the TV stand assembly before removing the TV from the box. This minimizes the risk of scratching the screen.
Step 3 1. On the hinge cover, locate the triple-pronged tab. 2. Place the hinge cover over the hinge, aligning the triple pronged tab with the slot on the back (narrowest) part of the stand. 3. Push and fasten the hinge cover to the stand base. Be sure all three tabs snap firmly in place. Fastener Slot Step 4 Remove the stand cap from the TV cabinet by pushing on the small tab and pulling out the cap.
Mounting Your TV to the Wall Caution: Your wall To mount your TV to the wall, purchase a VESA wall mount. mount must be able to bear a minimum of Model L26HD31/L26HD31S Purchase a VeSA 100 x 100, M4 screw Model L32HD31/L32HD36 Purchase a VeSA 200 x 100, M4 screw Model L40HD36 Purchase a VeSA 600 x 400, M6 screw five times the TV’s net weight to avoid causing damage. The VeSA number is the horizontal and vertical measurement of the mounting holes.
Home Installation Choose Your Connections There are several ways to connect components, such as DVD players and setup boxes, to your TV. Please use the following chart to determine which connections are best for you. Proceed to the appropriate pages to connect your components.
Connecting a Component with Composite Video (Good) To connect a component with a video output jack, such as a DVD player, follow these steps: example: DVD Player 1. Connect your cable and/or off-air antenna as described on page 12. 2. Connect the video cable to the (VID1) VIDeO jack on the back of the TV and to the video output jack on the DVD player. 3. Connect the red and white audio cables to the (VID1) right and left audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the audio output jacks on the DVD player.
Connecting a Component with HDMI (Best) 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 components that have a DVI output jack. example: Set-top box with HDMI jack: 1.
Connecting a PC Component To connect a personal computer and use your TV as a monitor, follow these steps: 1. Connect your cable and/or off-air antenna as described on page 12. 2. Connect one end of a 15-pin monitor cable to the PC InPUT VIDeO jack on the TV and the other end to the PC’s video output jack. Note: If your PC’s video output isn’t 15-pin, you’ll need an adapter that can connect to a 15-pin monitor cable. 3. Connect a 3.
Plug in the TV Plug the end of the power cord into the back of the TV. Plug the other end into an outlet, inserting the plug completely. Do not plug the TV into an outlet controlled by a light switch. Put Batteries in the Remote •Removethebatterycompartmentcoverfromthebackoftheremotecontrolbypushingthetaband lifting off the cover. •Insert2AAbatteries,makingsurethepolarities(+and-)arealignedcorrectly. •Replacethecover.
Complete the Initial Setup The menu system in your TV allows all of the TV’s features to work properly. The first time you turn on your TV, the language screen appears. Set the Menu Language Menu Language The first step of the setup requires you to select your preferred language for the menu system. If english is your preferred language, press OK and proceed to set the TV Location Mode.
What To expect Watching TV Analog Channels An “A” at the bottom of the screen denotes that you are watching an analog channel. Analog video is sent in a 4/3 format. Your TV can display these channels in a 16/9 format by pressing the FORMAT buttons to view the different formats available. Go to page 35 for more explanation of screen formats. Watching TV Digital Channels A “D” at the bottom of the screen denotes that you are watching a digital channel.
explanation of Jacks (in alphabetical order) This section describes the jacks on the back panel of your TV/DVD. There are several ways to connect components. ANTENNA/CABLE Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from your antenna, cable, or cable box. AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT 1 (VID1) Lets you connect a component that has composite video jacks, such as a VCR or DVD player. • L AUDIO Provides left audio connection when using the VIDeO InPUT 1 jack. The left audio connectors are usually white.
Buttons and Other Jacks on Your TV/DVD Side Input Jacks Headphones Allows you to connect headphones to listen to the sound coming from the TV. VIDEO INPUT 2 Receives video from another component such as a camcorder, video game console, VCR, or DVD player. To access a component connected to the VIDeO jack, press the InPUT button on your remote repeatedly to select VID2, displayed at the top of the screen.
2 Using the Remote Control Remote Control Buttons TV Functions Remote control part number RC2254701/01 This is a multi-component remote control and many of the buttons have multiple functions. Note: If you need to replace your remote, call 1-800-338-0376. A shipping and handling fee, and the appropriate sales tax, will be charged upon ordering. Have your Visa, MasterCard, or Discover Card ready.
ON•OFFWheninTVMode,pressingtheON•OFFbuttonturnstheTVonoroff.Ifinanother programmedmode(SAT/AUXorDVD),pressingtheON•OFFbuttonturnsthecomponentonoroff. REW, REPLAY, PLAY, NEXT, FWD, REC, STOP, PAUSE (buttons at TOP of the remote) If programmed, these buttons provide transport control for some remote-controllable components, such as VCRs or DVD players. ZZZ (SLEEP) Press this button to display the TIMe Menu and set the Sleep Timer. SAT/AUX Places the remote in SAT/AUX mode.
Programming the Remote The CAnCeL button is used as visual feedback during the programming operation. During programming, the CAnCeL button illuminates when buttons are pressed and turns off when buttons are released. When programming is finished, the CAnCeL button blinks slowly to indicate success and blinks rapidly to indicate failure. Note: All component buttons are inoperable during Programming Mode.
Using Automatic Code Search 1. Turn on the component you want to control. 2.Onyourremotecontrol,simultaneouslypressandholdtheON•OFFandMUTEbuttons(approximately 3 seconds) until the CAnCeL button illuminates. Release the buttons. 3. Press and release the component button. 4.PressandreleasetheON•OFFbuttononce.Theremotestartsthecodesearch. 5. Once the component turns off, quickly press the OK button to save the code. The CAnCeL button blinks slowly to indicate success. 6.
Remote Code list Audio Codes Accuphase ............................................032 Accurus .................................................033 ADC ......................................................074 Adcom ..................................................056 Admiral ..................................................150 ADS.......................................................151 Aiwa ...................014 072 073 109 214 225 279 287 335 369 Akai .................................................
Radio Shack ...................................086 091 RCA ..........................044 076 078 080 083 Realistic .................................................046 Recoton ................................................088 Regal .........................059 071 082 096 097 Regency ................................................054 Rembrandt ............................................041 Rogers ..................................................102 Runco ................................................
DVD/VCR Combo Codes Where the code is listed as [### ###] the first is forthe DVD and the second is for the VCR. Otherwisejust the one code operates both the DVD and theVCR. Remember to add the code for the databasedevice type 0 for DVD, 4 for VCR, [0### 4###]. Broksonic ..................... [372 062] [022 072] [406 088] Hitachi .......................... [376 013] [417 103] Insignia ......................... [375 016] [013 047] [113 117] JVC ..............................
HARWOOD ...........................................046 Headquater ...........................................020 Hewlett Packard ....................................038 Hi-Q ......................................................026 Hitachi ................010 013 030 033 103 125 Howard Computers ...............................038 HP .........................................................038 Hush .....................................................038 Hughes network Systems .....................
3 Using TV Features Channel Banner There are several indicators that may appear when you press the InFO button on the remote control. 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). Parental Control TV-G Stereo SAP HDTV 720p CC D 10 CBS Stretch ZZZ 00:25 02:16 AM The Parental Control state (locked or unlocked) of the current program. Rating information of the current program.
You can select from the following inputs or channels: Disabled – Choose this option if you don’t have a 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. Channel 3 or 4 - Choose this option if the component is connected to the AnTennA/CABLe jack on the back of the TV, and you want the TV to tune to channel 3 when you press the corresponding button on the remote.
Lock/Unlock Parental Controls •WhentheParentalControlMenuisaccessedfromtheMainMenuandtheparentalcontrolsare permanently unlocked, the following message is displayed: “Parental Controls are UNLOCKED. Rating limits and Channel Block will NOT require a password to view the picture. Use ‘Lock Parental Control’” to lock. Press OK key to continue.” •PressingtheOKkeydisplaystheParentalControlMenuandhighlightsLockParentalControl.
Blocking Specific 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. To block program content: 1. Choose Parental Control from the Main Menu. If parental controls have previously been locked, you must enter your password. 2. Highlight and select V-Chip. Then highlight and select US V-Chip. 3.
Blocking Canada V-Chip Ratings If you receive Canadian programs, you can block Canadian english and French V-Chip by ratings only. When you block a particular rating, you automatically block the higher-rated programs as well. To block Canadian english and French program ratings, follow these steps: 1. Press MenU on the remote control (the Main Menu appears). 2. Select Parental Control. 3. Select V-Chip. 4. Select Canadian V-Chip. 5. Highlight English Ratings or French Ratings and press OK. 6.
Change Password To change your password, follow these steps: 1. Press MenU on the remote control (Main Menu appears). 2. Select Parental Control. 3. Select Change Password;presstheOKbuttontodisplaythePasswordResettingmenu. 4. Using the number buttons, enter the new password and press OK. 5. Re-enter the same password and press OK to confirm. 6. Press the MenU button repeatedly to exit the Parental Control Menu.
4 Using the TV Menu Using the Menu System 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 Chapter 3. To access the menu system, follow these steps: 1. Press the MenU button. 2. Use the up and down arrow to highlight an option and press OK to display it. The name of the menu is displayed at the top of the menu screen. 3. Press the up and down arrow to move to a different option within the menu.
Screen Format – Change the screen format, choosing from Normal, Center, Zoom and Stretch. For more information about screen formats, go to page 35. Film Mode - (3:2 Pulldown) – This option automatically detects video sources that were originally recorded on film (such as most movies) and converts them to a different format (for TV broadcast, for example). Film Mode processes the converted signal so that it appears as close to the original as possible. Another name for this process is 3:2 pulldown.
Channel Menu The Channel Setup Menu allows you to configure the TV with your preferences. Press MenU on the remotecontrol;thenselectChannel from the Main Menu. Channel List – The Channel List Menu allows you to view all the channels available in your channel list. Press the up or down arrows to highlight a channel and press OK to tune to it. The left and right arrows allow you to scroll to previous or next pages.
Analog CC Type – This option lets you select the captioning mode used for displaying captioning information, when available. 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. Digital CC Type – This option lets you select a closed caption service mode (1.6) for digital channels, if available.
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 may need to purchase an antenna. (See page 12 for more information). Visit www.antennaweb.org for assistance in deciding what type of antenna to use to receive the local digital channels available to you.
Troubleshooting Most problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected by consulting the following troubleshooting list. TV Problems The TV won’t turn on. •MakesuretheTVispluggedin. •Checkthewallreceptacle(orextensioncord)tomakesureitis“live”byplugginginanotherdevice. •Thesidepanelcontrolsmaybelocked(disabled).Usetheremotecontroltounlockthesidepanel controls. Select the Block Buttons feature on the Parental Control menu and press OK to uncheck the box.
The screen is blank. •Checkyourconnections.Ifyouusedyellow,red,andwhitecablestoconnect,makesurethey’re connected to the yellow, red, and white VIDeO InPUT jacks on the side or back of the TV, not to the VIDeO OUTPUT jacks on the back of the TV. •Ifyou’retryingtowatchsomethingthat’splayingonacomponentconnectedtotheTV(likeaDVD), press InPUT until you get to the correct video input channel. •MakesurethecomponentconnectedtotheTVisturnedon. •Tryanotherchannel.
You are having problems with the HDMI Connection. •MakesuretheHDMIorDVIcomponentisturnedonandthecablesarefirmlyconnected.Ifproblems still occur, turn off your component and reconnect it. Reset the power by unplugging the power cord and plugging it back in. •IfyouaretunedtotheHDMI1orHDMI2INPUTandyou’rereceivingUnusable Signal message onscreen, press the InFO button on the remote. If Acquiring Channel appears in the Channel Banner, the HDMI or DVI device isn’t responding.
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.
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.
TTe Technology, Inc. (“TTe”) Limited Warranty All LCD Models EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER, AND AS DESCRIBED BELOW TTE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS, ALL ACTUAL AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO ANY PRODUCT USED FOR INSTITUTIONAL OR OTHER COMMERCIAL PURPOSES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO RENTAL PURPOSES).
What your warranty does not cover: •Customerinstruction.(YourOwner’sManualdescribeshowtoinstall,adjust,andoperateyourunit.Any additional information should be obtained from your dealer.) •Installationandrelatedadjustments. •Damageresultingfromnon-approvedinstallationmethods. •Signalreceptionproblemsnotcausedbyyourunit. •Damagefrommisuseorneglect. •Batteries.
TTe Technology Canada Ltd. (“TTe”) Limited Warranty EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER, AND AS DESCRIBED BELOW TTE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS, ALL ACTUAL AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS WITH RESPECT TO ANY PRODUCT USED FOR INSTITUTIONAL OR OTHER COMMERCIAL PURPOSES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO RENTAL PURPOSES). What your warranty covers: •Defectsinmaterialsorworkmanshiptotheoriginalpurchaser.
Your warranty does not cover damages which are caused by: •Fire,accident,lightening,floodand/orotheractsofGod; •Faultyinstallation,set-upadjustments,improperantenna,inadequatesignalreception,adjustmentof consumercontrolsand/orimpropermaintenance;and/or •Failurewhichresultsfrommisuse,abuse,neglect,mishandling,misapplication,and/oralteration.
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. IMPORTANT: Never use strong cleaning agents, such as ammonia-based cleaners, or abrasive powder. These types of cleaners will damage the TV. The TV’s screen may be cleaned with a soft, lint-free cloth as well. Take care not to scratch or mar the screen.
ENERGY STAR is a set of power-saving guidelines issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. SRS, SRS and are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. SRS technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. 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.
