RCA Direct View Digital 27 To 40 TV Manual L0310132

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WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or

electric shock, do not expose

this TV to rain or moisture.

_ °reducetvher r(ioSkb)fe/_c_jroC:she°rCked?cn°l_leparts

inside. Refer servicing to qualified service

personnel.

_This symbol indicates ,_ This symbol indicates

"dangerous voltage" inside important instructions

the product that presents a accompanying the product.

risk of electric shock or

personal injury.

Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade

of plug to wide slot, fully insert.

Attention: Pour eviter les chocs _lectriques, introduire

la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne

correspondante de la prise et pousser jusq_ au fond.

Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your

product for its proper operating voltage.

FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this

equipment may void the user's authority to operate it.

If fixed (non-moving) images are left on the screen for long

periods, they may be permanently imprinted on the picture tube.

Such images include network loges, phone numbers, and video

games. This damage is not covered by your warranty. Extended

viewing of channels displaying these images should be avoided.

Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to

Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian

Electrical Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding

and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the

grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as

practical.

Product Registration

Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning the card allows us to contact

you if needed.

Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and

record the serial and model numbers in case you need them. The numbers are located on the back of the

television.

Model No.

Serial No.

Purchase Date:

Dealer/Address/Phone:

G-LINK, VCR Plus+, C3, PlusCode, GUIDE Plus+, and GUIDE Plus+ Gold are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.

The VCR Plus+ and GUIDE Plus+ systems are manufactured under Iicense from Gemstar Development Corporation and VCR Index Systems

B.V. respectively.

GEMSTAR AND THOMSON CONSUMER ELECTRONICS ARE NOT IN ANY WAY LIABLE FOR THE ACCURACY OF

THE PROGRAM SCHEDULE INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THE GUIDE PLUS+ SYSTEM. IN NO EVENT SHALL

GEMSTAR OR THOMSON CONSUMER ELECTRONICS BE LIABLE FOR ANY AMOUNT REPRESENTING LOSS OF

PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH

THE PROVISION OR USE OF ANY INFORMATION, EQUIPMENT, OR SERVICES RELATING TO THE GUIDE PLUS+

SYSTEM.

VCR required for recording.

Key Features Overview

Your TV is equipped with f;eatnres that will add m your TV viewing experience. The fiMlowing

infbrmation summarizes a few of these features. Chapter 3 provides more infbrmation about the

rest of the TV's fi.atures and how to use them.

On-screen Program Guide

Description: The GUIDE Plus+ system is an on-screen interactive list of

programs and infbrmation that is buih into your TV. You can scroll through

the guide to see what's on and tune direcdy to that program from the guide.

You can also browse programs by categol T with the sort [i,ature.

When you access the New._ t_ature, MSNBC will appear in your video window

if it's avaihtble through your TV.

Oneqk_uch VCR Recording is another benefit of the GUIDE Plus+ system. You

don't have to remember to program your VCR or use the menus in your VCR

to set tip a recording.

Requirements:

• Remove the Demo Pin t_om the G-LINK jack.

• Complete the on-screen interactive setup. You'll find detailed instructions

in Chapter 1.

• One-Touch VCR Recording: You must connect the G-LINK cable to the TV

and place one of the wands in front of the remote sensor on the VCR.

• If you have a cable box, connect the G-LINK cable to the TV and place

one of the wands in fi'ont of the remote sensor on the cable box.

V-Chip: Parental Controls

Description: You can block programs and movies hy content, age-based

ratings, and/or movie ratings.

Requirements:

• SetuptheParemlalCor_lrohmenuintheTV'smainmenu (Chapter 3

has details).

• The broadcasters must use the rating system when they send the program

m your TV in order for your TV m block the program.

1

Auto Tuning

Description: Allows you to set up the TV to automatically tune to a specific

channel when you press a certain component (VCR, DVD Playe_, etc.) button on

the remote.

Requirements: Set up Auto Tur6ngin the TV's menu system. (Chapwr 3

has details).

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Table of Contents

Introduction: Key Features Overview .................................................... 1

On-screen Program Guide ........................................................................................ 1

V-Chip: Parental Controls .......................................................................................... 1

Auto Tuning ................................................................................................................ 2

Chapter 1: Connections & Setup ............................................................ 5

Things to Consider Before You Connect ........................................................................

Protect Against Power Surges ..................................................................................

Protect Components from Overheating ...................................................................

Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference ...........................................

Important Stand and Base Safety Information .......................................................

Use Indirect Light .......................................................................................................

Connection Pictures ...................................................................................................

Demo Pin ....................................................................................................................

Choose Your Connection ................................................................................................. 7

Connection: TV + VCR ..................................................................................................... 8

Connection: TV Only ........................................................................................................ 9

Connection: TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver ................................................................. 11

Jacks on the Back of Your TV ....................................................................................... 12

Why You Should Connect This G-LINK Cable ............................................................. 13

How to Find the Remote Sensor ............................................................................ 13

Placing the G-LINK Wands ...................................................................................... 13

Complete Auto Channel Search ............................................................................. 15

The GUIDE Plus+ System Setup ............................................................................. 15

Complete the Interactive Setup .................................................................................... 15

Set the Menu Language .......................................................................................... 15

What to Expect ............................................................................................................... 20

Next Steps ...................................................................................................................... 20

Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control .................................................. 21

The Buttons on the Remote Control ............................................................................ 22

Using the WHO,INPUT Button ................................................................................ 23

Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components ....................................... 24

Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote ....................................................... 24

How to Program the Remote .................................................................................. 24

How to Use the Remote After You've Programmed It ............................................... 25

Chapter 3: Using the TV's Features ...................................................... 27

About the GUIDE Plus+ System ................................................................................... 28

Downloading Data ................................................................................................... 28

Getting In & Out of the GUIDE Plus+ System ........................................................ 29

The GUIDE Plus+ System Menus ........................................................................... 29

Grid Guide ................................................................................................................ 29

Sort ........................................................................................................................... 31

News ......................................................................................................................... 32

Schedule ................................................................................................................... 32

Messages .................................................................................................................. 33

Channels ................................................................................................................... 34

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Table of Contents

Setup ......................................................................................................................... 34

How to Get More Information About an Advertisement or a Program ............... 35

GUIDE Plus+ Menu Items .............................................................................................. 35

Channel Banner .............................................................................................................. 36

Why You Should Use the Auto Tuning Feature .......................................................... 36

How to Set Up the Auto Tuning Feature ................................................................ 36

Parental Controls and V-Chip ........................................................................................ 38

How V-Chip Works ................................................................................................... 38

V-Chip TV Rating Limit ............................................................................................ 39

Blocking Specific Content Themes ......................................................................... 42

Viewing Specific Content Themes .......................................................................... 43

V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ...................................................................................... 43

V-Chip Unrated Program Block ............................................................................... 45

Channel Block .......................................................................................................... 45

Front Panel Block ..................................................................................................... 45

Lock!Unlock Parental Controls ................................................................................ 46

Chapter 4: Using the TV's Menu System ............................................. 47

How to Use Your TV's Menu System ........................................................................... 48

Audio Menu .................................................................................................................... 49

Picture Quality Menu ..................................................................................................... 49

Screen Menu ................................................................................................................... 50

Using Closed Captioning ............................................................................................... 51

Channel Menu ................................................................................................................ 52

Time Menu ...................................................................................................................... 52

Chapter 5: Other Information ................................................................ 53

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................. 54

Care and Cleaning .......................................................................................................... 57

Front Panel Buttons ....................................................................................................... 57

GE TV Limited Warranty ............................................................................................... 58

4

Connections & Setup

Chapter Overview:

• Things to Consider Before You Connect

•Choose Your Connection

•Connections

•Jacks on the Back of Your TV

•Why You Should Connect This G-LINK Cable

•Plug in theTV

•Put Batteries in the Remote

•How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the

Interactive Setup

•Turn on the TV

•Complete the Interactive

Setup

Connections & Setup

Things to Consider Before You Connect

Protect Against Power Surges

• Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet.

• Turn off the TV and/or component befbre you connect or disconnect any cables.

• Make sure all anwnnas and cables are properly grounded. Ref_,r to the Important

Sat_,guards sheet packed with your TV.

Protect Components from Overheating

• Don't block ventilation holes on any of the components. Arrange the components so that

air can circulaw fi-eely.

• Don't stuck components.

• When you place components in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation.

• If you connect an audio receiver or amplifim; place it on the top shelf so the heawd air

from it won't flow around other components.

Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference

• Insert each cable firmly into the designawd.jack.

• If you place components above the TV, route all cables down the side of the back of the TV

instead of straight down the middle of the back of the TV.

• If your antenna uses 300-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil the cables. Also, keep the twin

lead cables away fi'om audio/video cables.

Important Stand and Base Safety Information

Choose the location fbr your TV carefully. Place the TV on a stand or base that is of adequate

size and strength m prevent the TV from being accidentally tipped ove_, pushed off; or pulled

off This could cause personal injury and/or damage the TV. Refi.r m the Important Sail.guards

sheet packed with your TV.

Use Indirect Light

Don't place the TV where sunlight or room lighting will be direcwd toward the screen. Use sof_

or indirect lighting.

Connection Pictures

Audio/video cables are usually bundled togethm: For better visibility, the connection pictures

in this book show" each cable separawly (audio lefL audio right, and video).

Demo Pin

You must remove the Demo Pin from the G-LINK jack on the back of your TV in order for your TV to

operaw properly and to connect the (;-LINK cable.

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Choose Your Connection

There are several ways to conlloct your WV.Please use the following chart to determine which

connection is best fbr you. Proceed to the appropriate page and connect your TV.

Components Cables

Needed

Coaxial

Audio/video

G-LINK cable

Coaxial

Coaxial

Audio/video

G-LINK cable

Connection

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TV + VCR

TV Only

TV + VCR +

Satellite Receiver

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Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV

The pictures below are the cables needed fbr the connections represented in this book.

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Connect a coaxial cable to the CABLE/ANTENNA jack on ),our T_ mid to the Output Jack on

your VCR (sometimes labeled OUT TO TV).

Commct cable or antemla to your VCR

Connect the coaxial cable J[i-omyour cable outlet, cable box, or antenna to the Input Jack on your

Tv

'VCR (sometimes labeled IN FROM ANTENNA or IN FROM ANT).

3. Connect the G-LINK cable to the TV

A. If you haven't already done so, remove the Demo Pin from the G-LINK jack.

B. Connect the G-LINK cable m the G-LINK jack on the TV. Next step, place one of the wands of

the G-LINK cable to work with your VCR (instructions are on p. 13).

Go to page 13

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Comzect the TV to your cable or antemza

Connect the coaxiM c_Jble fi'om your c_Jble or antenna to the (_BLE/ANTENNA.j_/ck on the

back of your TV.

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If you're connecting a cable box, connect the G-LINK cable

A. If you haven't Mre_Jdy done so, remove the Demo Pin fi'om the G-LINK jack.

B. Connect the G-LINK cable m the G-LINK jack on the TV. Next step, place the wands of the

G-LINK cable m the cable box (instructions are on p. 13).

Go to page 13

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Connection: TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver

1. Connect your Satellite Receiver to your TV

A. Connect the audio/video cables. Connect the audio cables (white and red) to the

AUDIO IN jacks on the back of the TV (R and L) and m the Audio Output Jacks on the

Satellite Receivm:

B. Connect the video cable (yellow) to the VIDEO IN jack on the back of the TV and to the

Video Output Jack on the satellite receivm_

2. Connect coaxial cables to the Satellite Receiver

A. Connect the coaxial cable li'om your cable outlet, cable box, or antenna to the Input

,lack on your satellite receiver (sometimes labeled IN FROM ANT).

g. Connect the coaxial cable fi'om your satellite dish antenna to the Input Jack on your

sar_,llit_, receiver (sometimes labeled SATELLITE IN).

3. Connect the Satellite Receiver to the VCR and to the TV

A. Connect a coaxial cable to the Output lack (sometimes labeled OUT TO TV) on the

satellite receiver and to the Input Jack on the VCR (sometimes labeled IN FROM ANT).

B. Connect a coaxial cable to the Output Jack on the VCR (sometimes labeled OUT TO

TV) and to the C&BLE/ANTENNAjack on the TV.

4. Connect G-LINK cable

A. If you haven't done so, remove the Demo Pin li'om the G-LINK jack.

B. Connect the G-LINK cable to the G-LINK jack on the TV. Next step, place one of the

wands of the G-LINK cable m work with your VCR (instructions are on p. 13).

Go to page 13

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Connections & Setup

Jacks on the Back of Your TV

If you are connecting many components, please consuh the manual that came with each

component for connection instructions. The picture of your TV's back panel describes the

.jacks on the back of your TV and what types of components that you can connect to these jacks.

When connecting, make sure you connect Output jacks to Input jacks, Video to Video, Right

Audio to Right Audio, etc.

Audio and Video Input Jacks:

AUDIO R and L and VIDEO

Connect any of the {bllowing components:

• DVD Player • Satellite P,eceiver

• Laserdisc Player • VCR

• InternetAccess Device

To watch the content from the component that's

connected m the VIDEO Input Jack, press the

WHO • INPUT button on the remote. (the TV

switches to the correct channel).

TV

backpanel) /

AUDIO

VIDEO R L

G-LINK

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1

G-LINK Jack

Connect the end of the

(;-LINK cable (provided) to this

_CABLE/

ANTENNA

CABLE/ANTENNA Jack

Connect the coaxial cable fl-om

the VCR's Output jack to this

.jack. If you're not connecting a

jack. The (;-LINK cable enables

the TV s Guide Plus+ s}stem to

interact with the cable box

and/or the VCR. A picture of

the G-LINK cable is on page 7.

VCR, connect a coaxial cable

that carries the signal from the

anr_.nna, cable, or cable box m

the (_BLE/ANTENNAjack.

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Why You Should Connect This G-LINK Cable

The (;-LINK cable enables the GUIDE Plus+ s}stem (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 (;-LINK cable to receive

TV program listings f;:)r your area, and to tune directly to a channel when the program guide is ola

your TV screen.

VCR- If your TV is connected to a VCR and you don't connect the (;-LINK cable, one-touch VCR

recording won't work. The other f_,amres of"the guide will work properly.

How to Find the Remote Sensor

You have to place the G-LINK wands in front ofthe remote sensor on the VCR and/or cable box.

Some cable boxes and VCILs have the remot_, sensor labeled on the unit. If the remote, sensor isn't

labeled on your VCR and/or cable box, you need m use the remote control that came with the VCR

and/or cable box to locaw the sensor.

1. Turn off the VCR and/or cable box.

2. Hold the remote control (not the one that came with your TV, but the one that came with the

cable box and/or VCR to which you're attaching the G-LINK cable) so that it is touching the

front of the component.

3. Slowly move the remow control across the front of the component (VCR or cable box) while

you press the power button on and oil You must press and release the power button each time

you move the remote (holding down the button won't work).

4.

II II .....

When the component turns on, }ou xe located the remote sensor.

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If you don't have both a

cable box and a VCR

connected to your TV,

just coil the cable of the

extra G-LINK wand with

a twist tie and leave it

behind the TV,

Placing the G-LINK Wands

Place the (;-LINK wands in fi'ont of the remote sensor on your VCR and/or cable box

approximately one incla away tYom the remote sensor (see instructions below).

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Plug in the TV

Plug the end of the power cord into the wall outlet. Match the wide blade of the plug with the

wide slot in the outlet. Insert the plug completely into the outlet.

Put Batteries in the Remote

1. Remove the battery compartment cover on the remote.

2. Insert new batteries. Match the polarities (+ and -) on the batteries with the

diagram on the remow.

3. Put the battery compartment cover back on the remow.

Use the arrow buttons and the OK

button to move through the menu

system.

How to Use the Remote Control to

Complete the Interactive Setup

The technical term is "Navigation" - how you move through the on-screen

menus. The theory is the same throughout the menu screens: highlight },our

choice and select it.

To highlight a menu item, press the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight

one of the items listed on the screen. Use the up or down arrow button to move

up or down. Use the right or left arrow button to move right or left.

To select the item that you've highlighted, press OK.

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Turn on the TV

Press the TV button on the remote control or the POWER button on the TV

(the first screen of the Interactive Setup appears). The menu screens "time out"

after a period of time if you don't make a selection. The tips in this section tell

you how to access the Setup menu screens manually.

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Tip

To access the setup menus

manually, press MENU and choose

Setup.

Complete the Interactive Setup

The menu system in your TV allows the TV's fbatures to work properly. In this

book, we call it the "interactive setup" because the TV asks you questions, you

answm, and the TV makes the appropriate, adjustments. The first time you turn

on your TV, the setup screens appear automatically.

Set the Menu Language

The fh-st part ofthe ,Sl'2TUPasks you to select your prefbrred language for the

menu system.

1. Highlight your prefi, rred language fbr the menu system.

2. Press OK to select that language.

Complete Auto Channel Search

The next part of the ,';I_TUPasks you if you want the TV to search for all

channels viewahle through your antenna or cable TV system. This is sometimes

called "auto programming."

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1. Press OK to tell the T_ to begin searching fbr channels. A progress report

appears on the screen.

2. When the screen on the TV tells you the search is complete, press OK (the

first GUIDE Plus+ screen appears).

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The GUIDE Plus+ System Setup

Tip The GUIDE Plus+ system is an on-screen interactive program guide that lists

If you move to a new zip or postal

code, or if any of your information

changes, you need to access the

setup screens from the TV's main

menu-- press MENU, choose

GUIDE Plus+ Menu, and choose

GUIDE Plus+ Setup.

what shows are on TV in your area. In order to receive proglwm listings, you

need to complete the {bllowing steps.

The (;-LINK cable must be connected to the back of your TV, and the wands

r

must be placed underneath your cable box and/or 'VCR in order for the GUIDE

Plus+ system to work (go back to p. 13 fbr details).

1. You should see a screen displaying the f_,atures of the Guide Plus+ system.

Press OK to continue.

2. The next screen asks you to locate setup materials and hardware. Once you

have done this, press OK to continue.

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Connections & Setup

Step 1: Identifying Your TV's Location

1. Ifyour country is highlighted, press OK on the remote control.

If your country isn't highlighted, press the up or down arrow button on the

remow control to highlight your count W and press OK.

9. Use the number buttons on your remote to enter your zip code.

Press OK when you're finished.

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Step 2: Configuring for Cable

The next series of screens asks you about your cable setup. To supply your TV

with the correct TV program listings, the GUIDE Plus+ system needs to know if

your TV is connected m cable.

1. If your TV is connected m cable, highlight Yesand press OK.

If your TV isn't connected to cable, highlight No and press OK (SJI?P 3:

Cor_fign_rlg fiyr a VCR appears).

9. If you have a cable box connecwd to this TV, highlight Yesand press OK on

your remote control.

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press OK (STF,P 3: Cor_fig,_trirlgfi)ra VCR appears).

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If you're not sure which channel is the

cable box's output channel, consult

the book that came with your cable

box or contact your cable company,

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3, Highlight the channel mwhich you have m tune your TV in order msee

cable programming, and press OK (a screen appears reminding you m

connect your G-LINK cable m your TV and cable box).

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If your brand isn't listed, highlight Not Lisled and press OK.

5, Make sure your cable box is on.

Tune the cable box to channel 02 (use the remote control that came with

your cable box, or press the channel buttons on the cable box).

Press OK (the GUIDE Plus+ system starts testing codes).

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6, Look at your cable box. If it is still on and changed to channel 09, the test

was successt_ll. Highlight Yes,and press OK (ST;_g_3: Cor{figurir_g/or a VCR

appears).

If your cable box didn't change tu channel 09 or turned itself oil; you have

two choices: No and 7/,._11hi._code agairl.

7_'._tIhi._code again: If you think the TV, the cable box, or any of the remote

controls might have been touched or bumped during the test, highlight 7_,st

this code again and press OK (the GUIDE Plus+ system runs the same set of

codes).

No: tfyou don't think the test was interrupted, highlight No and press OK

(GUIDE Plus+ system tests the next code).

Repeat the previous instructions until the TV finds the correct cable box

code. Follow the instructions on the screen.

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Step 3: Configuring for a VCR

1. Ifyour TV is connected to a VCR, press OK.

If it is not, highlight No and press OK (A screen will appear reminding you

to connect your (;-LINK cable to your TV and VCR.).

2. Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight the brand of your VCR that

is connected to the TV and press OK.

If your brand isn't listed, highlight Not Lis/ed and press OK.

3. Tune your VCR to channel 02. Next, turn OFF your VCR. When you

complete these steps, press OK to begin testing.

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4. Look at the fi'ont display of your VCR. If your VCR turned on automatically

and changed mchannel 09, the test was successfld. Highlight Yes and

press OK.

If your VCR didn't change to channel 09, you can either choose No or 7bst

thi._ code agairl.

If you think your TV or remotes might have been touched during the test,

tune your VCR m channel 02, turn offyour VCR and highlight 7_,sttkis

code agairl.

If you don't think the test was interrupted, highlight No. Tune your VCR to

channel 02 and turn off your VCR. Press OK (the GUIDE Plus+ system starts

testing another set of codes.)

Keep l%llowing the previous instructions until the VCR finds the

correct code.

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Leave your cable box turned ON to

download program information.

Leave your VCR turned OFF to record

programs.

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Step 4: Confirming Your Settings

1. Check to make sure all settings are complete and correct. If all settings are

complete, highlight Yes, end setup and press OK. If your cable box and/or

VCR code testing fhiled, you should see INCOMPld_Jl",where the cable

box and VCR codes are listed. Once setup is complete, additional

screens appea_

If any settings are incomplete or incorrect, highlight No, repeat setup process

and press OK. Follow the instructions on the screen.

2. You can choose to view a demo of the GUIDE Plus+ fbatures, which may

rake a fi.w minutes to load. If you don't want to see the demo right now,

press OK to watch TV.

Chapter I 19

Connections & Setup

What to Expect

The next time you turn on your TV, the GUIDE Plus+ system will appear on the screen. The

{Mlowing examples explain what you might see:

• If all of the program infi)rmation has been sent to your TV, the GUIDE Plus+ system

appears with all of your TV program listings.

• If the program infi)rmation hasn't been sent to your TV yet, an outline of the GUIDE

(without TV program listings) will appear on the screen. Program inf;:)rmation is usually

sent to your TV at night.

•If the TV detected that you have multiple c_d_le companies in your area, STFP 5: Choosing

Your Charlnel Lineup appears.

Features of the GUIDE Plus+ system are explained in Chapter 3.

To clear the guide t)com your screen, press CLEAR or GUIDE on the remow control.

Next Steps

Nov," that you've finished the Interactive Setup, you're ready to watch TV. This might be a good

time to program your remote control. The remote control that came with this TV can be

programmed to operate other components. Go to the next chapter to find out how to program

your remote.

20 Chapter I

Using the Remote Control

Chapter Overview:

• The Buttons on the Remote Control

•Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components

•How To Use the Remote After You've Programmed It

•Code List

21

Using the Remete Centrel

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gVE_ VCR2 AUX SAT ,CABLE

NUTE SKIP

SOUND GO SACK

GUIDE INFO

MEnU CLEAR

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The Buttons on the Remote Control

0-9 (Number buttons) Enter channel numbers and time settings directly

through the remow control.

To enter a two-digit channel, press the two digits. To enter a three-digit cbnnel,

press and hold the first digit for two seconds until two dashes appear to the right

of the numbe_; then add the second two. Example: to tune to channel 123, press

and hold 1 Ior two seconds, press 9, then press 3.

Arrow buttons (up, down, left, right) Press the arrow buttons to move through

the on-screen menu system.

ANTENNA Functions as TV/VCR button in VCR mode and TV/receiver

button in SAT°CABLE mode.

AUX (auxiliary) Puts the remote in auxiliary mode to operate the component

you've programmed the remote to operate with this button. You can program

this button to control a cable box, most R(_, GE and PROS(_N audio

components, a laserdisc pl_Jye_, or a VCR. If you set up the Auto Tuning fi.amre

(Chapter 3), pressing the AUX button automatically tunes the TV to the

correct channel.

CH (up and down) buttons Scan up or down through the current channel list.

Press once to change the channel up or down; press and hold to continue

changing channels.

CLEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns you to

TV viewing.

DVD Puts the remote in DVD mode. If you set up the Auto Tuning fi.amre

(Chapter 3), pressing the DVD button automatically tunes the TV to the

correct chmmel.

FORWARD If you're operating a VCR or DVD Player with the remote control,

press FORWARD to advance a disc or videotape.

GO BACK Returns you to the previous channel.

GUIDE Press GUIDE m make the GUIDE Plus+ system appear on the screen:

press GUIDE again to remove it fi-om the screen.

INFO Displ_Jys channel inlormation.

L.E.D. (light-emitting diode) The little light on the remote that lights when you

are programming the remote. It also lights when you press a valid button on

the remoW.

MENU DispbJys the TV's Main menu. You can also press and hold fbr 2 seconds

m display the GUIDE Plus+ syswm.

MUTE Lowers the volume to its minimum level. Press again to restore volume.

OK When a menu is on the screen, press OK to select the item that

is highlighted.

ON*OFF Turns the TV on and oIl] When the remote is in another mode (VCR,

DVD, Sawllite, etc.) and the remote is programmed to operate that component,

you can press ONoOFF to turn the component on and off

22 Chapter 2

Using the Remete Centrel

Tip

To turn off a!l the

RCA, GE, and

PROSCAN

components that are

connected to the TV,

press ON,OFF twice

within two seconds.

This feature only

works with most RCA,

GE and PROSCAN

products.

PAUSE If you're operating aVCR or DVD Player with the remote control, press PAUSE when the disc

or videotape is playing ro pause playback.

PLAY If you're operating a VCR or DVD Playe_, plays the disc or videotape.

REC,VCR+ When the GUIDE Plus+ program guide is on the screen, press REC-VCR+ ro program

your VCR to record a program. If tlae remote is in VCR mode, press REC'VCR+ ro start recording.

REVERSE If you're operating a VCR or DVD Player with the remote, control, press REVERSE ro go

backwards on a disc or videotape.

SAT*CABLE Puts the remote in SAT-CABLE mode. If you set up the Auto Tuning f_.arure (Chapter

3), pressing the SAT-CABLE button automatically runes the TV to the correct channel.

SKIP If you press this button belbre you change the channel, the TVwmts 30 seconds and

automatically goes back to the original channel. Each time you press SKIP, you add 30 seconds (i.e, if

you press SKIP two times before you change the channel, the TV waits 60 seconds and automatically

turns back m the original channel).

SOUND Displays the A UI)IO Pt{OCI_SSOt¢ menu.

STOP If you're operating a VCR or DVD Playm, stops playing the disc or videotape.

TV Turns on the TV and puts the remote in TV mode. Also displays channel inlormation.

VCR1 Puts the remora, in VCR mode. If you set up the Auto Tuning ti,ature (Chapr_.r 3), pressing the

VCR1 button automatically tunes the TV to the correct channel.

VCR2 Puts the remote in VCR mode. If you set up the Auto Tuning ti,ature (Chapr_.r 3), pressing the

VCR2 button automatically tunes the TV to the correct channel.

VOL (up and down) buttons Decrease or increase the TV's volume.

WHO*INPUT In TV mode, press WHO'INPUT to toggle through the available Video Input

channels (VID and the current channel). In SAT mode, press to select available channel lists.

Using the WHO.INPUT Button

Use the WHO-INPUT button ro toggle through the availahle input sources (VID and the current

channel) and view the content from the component you have connecr_.d to the TV.

1. Press TV to place the remote, in TV mode. Make sure that the content from the component is

turned ON.

2. Press WHO.INPUT m tune to the available input source and view the component.

3. Press WHO.INPUT again to tune back to the channel you were previously watching.

23

Using the Remote Control

You'll use these buttons when you program the

remote to operate another component.

The remote may not operate all models of

all brands.

Programming the Remote to Operate

Other Components

The universal remote control can be proglvJmmed to operaw most

b_vmds of remote controllable VCRs, sawllite receivers and cable boxes.

The remote is already programmed m operate most R(_, GE and

PROS(_N TVs, VCRs, DVD plwers, laserdisc players and sawlliw

receivers•

Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote

To determine whether the uni_ ersal remote needs to be programmed,

turn a component ON, such as a VCR, point the remote at the VCR, and

press the VCR1 button. Then press ON.OFF or channel up or channel

down to see ff the _ CR responds to the remote commands. If not, the

remote needs to he programmed•

How to Program the Remote

There are two ways to program the remote control: automatic code

search and direct entry. Instructions {br both ways {bllow.

Tip

To stop the automatic code search without

prooramming any components, press and hold CLEAR

until the light on the remote turns off.

Using Automatic Code Search

1. Turn on the component you want the remote to operate (VCR, DVD

Player, etc.)

2•

3•

4•

5•

Press and hold the component button on the remote control that

corresponds m the component you want the remote to operate

(VCR1, DVD, etc.). While you hold down the component button,

press and hold ON.OFF (when the red light on the remow turns

on, release both buttons).

Press P_Y (the red light on the remote, located below the

ON.OFF button, starts flashing).

The remote is searching the first set of component codes (there are

20 sets of codes). If the component you want to operate doesn't turn

off automatically after 5 seconds, press PLAY again (the red light

starts flashing again as the remote searches through the next set of

codes)•

Continue pressing PLAY until the component turns off

Note: I/'the component cluesn 't turn t?[]'q/?er you >e pressed the

PlAY butto*_ 20 time._; the component can 'l be programmecl.

Press P.EVERSE, wmt 2 seconds. Repeat this step until the

component turns back on.

To finish, press and hold the STOI button until the red light on the

l-_'lllOt_' turns o[_.

24

Using the Remote Control

Using Direct Entry

1. Turn on the component you want the remow to operaw.

2. Look up the brand and code number(s) [br the component on the code list on page 26.

3. Press and hold the component button that corresponds to the component you want the

remote to opmvm. (VCR1, DVD, etc.)

4. Enwr the code {i'om the code list.

5. Release the component button.

6. Press ON.OFF to see ifthe component responds m the remow commands. If it doesn't, try

pressing the component button and then ON.OFF agvfin.

7. If you get no response, repeat these steps using the next code listed for your brand until the

component responds to the remote commands.

rip

The buttons might

operate differently for

other components,

especially when you're

using another

component's menu

system,

How to Use the Remote After You've

Programmed It

Once the remote has been programmed successfully, you are ready to use it to control your

components. To operate the component:

1. Press the component button (TV, VCR1, VCR2, DVD, AUX, or SAT.C&BLE) m set the

remote to operate the component.

2. Press ON.OFF to turn the component ON or OFE

3. Use the remote buttons that apply to that component.

Note: l/'you beep pressing bullorts and rlolhirlg happens, the remole is probabl); in Ihe wrorzg mode.

You mu._l press the compone/nt butlon thai malchea the compone/nt you want to operale (i e., !/you

wahl 1o opovlte the VCR, press VCRI on the r_mole control Io put the remole in VCR mode.)

25

Using the Remete Centre:

VCR

Admixal ..................................................................... 2131

Advemum ................................................................. 2026

Aiko ........................................................................... 21127

Aiwa ................................................................. 211112,21126

Akai .... 2003, 211114,2005, 21107, 2008, 2111,2112, 2113

American ltigh ......................................................... 2021

A_ha ........................................................................... 21113

Audio 1)ynainics .............................................. 2009, 21110

Audio_}x ................................................................... 21114

Bell & ltowell ............................................................ 2011

Beaumark .................................................................. 2013

BI oksonic ........................................................ 21112, 21125

(_lix .......................................................................... 21114

(_ndle ........... 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 211I 7, 21118, 2019

(_non .................................................... 21121, 21122, 2114

(_pehart ......................................................... 21120, 211 I1

(_r_:r ........................................................................ 21162

(;CE ................................................................. 21127, 206t

Citizen .. 21113, 21114, 2015, 2016, 21117, 2018,2019,2027

(;oloit_me ................................................................. 21109

Coh ............................................................................ 206¸1

(;i_g ............................................ 21113, 2014, 21123, 21161

Curtis-Mathes ............................. 21111//,211112,211//!),21113,

................................. 2016, 2018, 2021, 21/22, 2024, 2115

( yb_m_x ................................................................... 21113

Dae_oo. 2015, 21/17, 2019,2023, 2026, 2027, 21128, 2] 10

Da, tt on ..................................................................... 2110

Dbx .................................................................. 21111!I,2010

Dimensia ................................................................... 2000

Dynau ch ......................................................... 211112,2026

Elecuohom_ ................................................... 2/)[4, 2029

Elecuophonic ........................................................... 2014

Emerson ................................................ 21102, 2012,20] 4,

.............. 2015, 202], 2024, 2025,2026,2029, 2030, 2032,

2033, 2034, 21/35, 2036, 21/37, 2038, 21/39, 21141/,2041,

Muhitx_ch ................. 2002, 2013, 2016, 2026, 2053, 2061

NEC .................................. 211119,21/111,2011, 2016, 21118,

...................... 2058, 2064, 2076, 2078, 2(/79, 2I 11, 2123

Nikko ......................................................................... 21114

Nobkx ....................................................................... 2013

Olympus .................................................................... 2021

Oplimus .......................................................... 2(/14, 2131

Opmnica ................................................................... 211!16

Orion ......................................................................... 2035

Panasonic ................ 2(/21,21122, 2109, 2125, 2126, 2127

P_ntax ............................... 2016, 2055, 2056, 2107, 2120

PI ntlx R_ searc]l ....................................................... 2018

Philco .......................................... 2021, 2(/22, 2062, 2063

Philips .......................................... 2021, 2(/62, 20!16, 2[24

Pilot ........................................................................... 21114

Pione_ _. ............................. 2111(/,2055, 2080, 208t, 2123

POl tland ...................................... 20I 6, 2017, 2019, 2[ 10

ProScan ........................................................... 2(/00, 211111

Protl c ........................................................................ 2116[

Pulsar ......................................................................... 21(/4

_uartex ..................................................................... 2011

_uartz ....................................................................... 2011

Quasar ................................................... 2021, 2022, 2125

R(5\ .................................. 2000, 2(/1/1,2003, 2(/13, 21121,

.............. 2(/33, 2056, 2082, 2083, 2084,2085, 2086,2087,

............. 2(/88, 21189, 2090, 2091, 2107, 2113, 2t211, 2125

Radioshack/Realisfic .................. 2002, 21/11,20I 3, 2(114

2021, 2(/22, 2023, 2026, 21129, 2049, 2050, 2096, 2131

Radix ......................................................................... 21114

Randex ...................................................................... 21114

Ricoh ......................................................................... 2128

Runco ........................................................................ 21(/4

Samsung .................. 2003, 2013, 2015, 21133, 2053, 2112

Sank) ............................................................... 213t, 21114

Sansui .......................................... 2010, 21,_2, 2ii1, 2123

Sanyo ..................................................... 2011, 20t3, 21/23

Scou .... 2(/12, 2015, 2025, 2032, 2035, 21/38, 2063, 21,_3,

2116

S_ars ................................. 2011, 2(/14, 2021, 2023, 2048,

2042,2044,2045,2047,2065,2105,2113,2116,2117 ........................ 2049,2050,2051,2055,2056,2107,2118

2130

Fishex .... 2011, 21/23, 2048, 21/49, 2050, 205i, 21152,2118

Ft_i ................................................................... 2021, 21 I!}

Funai ............................................................... 2/102, 2026

Garrard ...................................................................... 2026

GE ........ 2000, 21/01,201L 21/21,21122, 2033, 2115, 2120

Goldstar ............................. 21/09, 2014, 2018, 21154, 212I

(hadi_ hie .................................................................. 21126

Harley Davidson ....................................................... 21126

t Iannan KaIdon ....................................................... 21/09

tIax_ood ................................................................... 2061

Headquarl_ r ............................................................. 21111

t Iitachi 2002,2033,2056,2037,2107,2111,2120,2122

tII-Q .......................................................................... 21/23

lnsmnt Replay ........................................................... 21/21

JCi .............................................................................. 21/21

JC PCnney ............... 2009, 2010, 2011, 21/13, 2014, 2021,

............ 2022, 21/33, 2056, 2058, 21159, 2060, 2107, 2118

J_ ns¢ n .................................................... 21/33, 21136, 2111

JV( ................. 2009, 21111/,201 I, 2018, 2058, 2111,2123

K¢m_ood 2009, 21/10, 2011, 2016, 2018, 2058, 2111,2123

KI.H ........................................................................... 21/61

Kodak .............................................................. 2/114, 2021

Lhud ............................................................... 2/)1/2, 2026

Logik ......................................................................... 2061

LXI ............................................................................ 2(/14

Magna_ox 2021,21122, 2062, 2063, 2104, 2108, 2124

Magnin ...................................................................... 2013

Max antz ................................................ 2009, 21110, 201 I,

.................................. 2016, 21/18, 2021, 21/38, 2062,2064

Maxta ......................................................................... 2014

M _sushim .................................................................. 21/21

MEI ............................................................................ 21/21

Me moxex ........................................................ 211112,201 I,

...................... 2013, 21114, 202I, 2023, 2026, 2104, 2131

MGA ...................................................... 21/29, 2065, 2113

MGN h chnok)gv ..................................................... 21/13

Midland ..................................................................... 21/53

Minolta .................................................. 21/55, 21156, 2107

Milsubishi 2029, 2055, 2056, 2065, 2066, 2067, 2060,

............ 2070, 21/71,2072, 2073, 21174, 2106, 2113, 2123

Momgomex y Wa_d ......................................... 2/175, 2131

Motoiola ......................................................... 202[,213t

MTC ...................................................... 21/02, 2013, 2026

Shaq} ............. 2/102, 20I 7, 21/29, 2094, 2095, 2096, 2131

Shimoin ....................................... 2004, 2056, 2061, 21_8

Shogun ...................................................................... 2//¸13

Signature ........................................................ 21/112,2131

Singei ¸ .................................................... 21121, 2061, 2128

Sony ......................... 20112, 211114,21198, 2//!19, 21 I!t, 2128

_S .................................................................. 2112l, 21117

_lvania 21/112,21121, 21122, 21126, 2062, 21163, 2063, 2¸124

Swnphonic ...................................................... 21102, 21126

Fandv ............................................................... 20112, 21111

Fashiko ...................................................................... 21114

llmmg ............................................................. 21138, 2111

FEA(; ................................. 211112,2026, 21158, 21185, 2111

Technics .......................................................... 21121,2111!)

Feknika .................... 21102, 21114, 202I, 21126, 2100, 212!}

FMK ...................................................... 21113, 21124, 21147

Foshiba .......... 2015, 2114!t,21151,2053, 2063, 2093, 2116

ForeVision ....................................................... 21113, 2014

Unilech ..................................................................... 21113

Vector Rt_search .......................... 21111!),20111, 2015, 21116

Victoi ........................................................................ 2/)¸111

Video Concepts ................ 21111!},20t0, 2015, 2016, 2113

Videosonic ................................................................ 21113

Wa_ls ........... 2002, 21113, 21114, 21115, 21121, 2023, 2026,

21129, 21153, 2056, 21161,21/!16, 210I, 21112, 21113, 21117,

2116, 2131

XR-1000 ................................................. 21121, 21126, 206¸1

Yainaha .................... 20119, 21110, 2111I, 2/118, 2058, 2111

Zenith ................................ 211114,20!18, 21114, 2I t!t, 2128

Cable Boxes

ABC ............... 5111/2,5003, 51/04, 5005, 5006, 5007, 5053

Anmmix .......................................................... 5008, 51111!)

At{ hel ........................................ 5008, 51/1/9, 50I 1), 51111

1 ablett mla ................................................................ 511118

1 able_iex_ .................................................................. 511118

1 entulv ..................................................................... 51111

1 ifizen ....................................................................... 5011

1 otom Voic( ................................................... 51/12, 51113

1 ommmics ..................................................... 51/14, 51115

Contec ....................................................................... 51)16

Eastetn ..................................................................... 51117

Gai mi_l ..................................................................... 51/¸11

GC Eleclronics ......................................................... 511119

Gemini ................................................. 3018, 51119, 51149

Geneml Instrumem ................................................. 511113

Itamlin ............................. 51121},302I, 51122, 3035, 51145

Ititachi ..................................................................... 511113

ltv_x ........................................................................ 51/I12

Jasco ......................................................................... 5{)11

.I_rold 5003, 5005, 5007,5018, 5023, 5024, 5046 5053

Magnavox ................................................................. 51)25

M_ rnm_ x.................................................................. 5026

Movie Fiml .......................................... 5002 5027, 5028

NSC ...................................................... 5002 5027, 5028

Oak ........................................................ 5002,5016, 5029

Panasolfic ....................................................... 5048, 51)52

Paxagon .................................................................... 5026

Philips ........................................ 5011,5012, 5013, 5019,

5025, 5030, 503I, 5032

Pion_ ( i. .......................................................... 5033, 5034

Pulsa_ ....................................................................... 51126

P.CA ...................................................... 5047, 5049, 5052

P.( alisfic .......................................................... 5009, 5049

P.( gal ............................................................... 5022, 51135

P.( g( n{v .................................................................... 5017

P.einbrandt ............................................................... 5003

Runco ....................................................................... 5026

Samstmg ......................................................... 5014, 5034

Sciemitic Adanta ....................... 5006, 5036, 5037, 5038

Signal .............................................................. 5014, 51118

Sign uure .................................................................. 511113

SL Maix .................................................................... 51114

Spmcer ..................................................................... 5052

Stai{ om ................................................ 5007, 5018, 5053

Stai g_tte .......................................................... 51/14, 5018

St.uquf st .................................................................. 5018

Iandy ........................................................................ 51)4t/

I_ k vi__ .................................................................... 5014

Ibcom .................................................. 3004, 5023, 5041

Ibshiba ..................................................................... 5026

Ihsa .......................................................................... 5018

I\'86 ......................................................................... 5027

Unika .................................................... 3008, 5009 5011

Unit{ d A_dsts ........................................................... 5002

United Cal)le ............................................................ 5053

Uni_rsal .................................... 5{}08 5000, 5010 5011

Vid_ otxm .................................................................. 5044

Vi('txgl21i ...................................... 5015 5025, 5027 5040

Zenith ................................................... 3026, 5050, 5051

Satellite Receivers

Chapparal ...................................................... 5056, 5057

Drake .............................................................. 5038, 51159

GE ............................................................................. 5111111

(;enei_I Instrumems ........................... 5060, 5061, 5062

Panasonic ................................................................. 51175

Primeslar. ................................................................. 5076

ProScan .................................................................... 511111}

P.C'A .......................................................................... 511111}

P.ealistic .................................................................... 5063

Sony .......................................................................... 51172

STSt ......................................................................... 50{_

STS2 ......................................................................... 5065

STS3 ......................................................................... 5066

STS4 ......................................................................... 5067

Ibshiba ..................................................................... 5068

Ibshiba ..................................................................... 51173

Uniden ..................................................................... 50_}

26 Chapter 2

Using the TV's Features

Chapter Overview:

• All About the GUIDE Plus+ System

•The Channel Banner

•Auto Tuning

•Parental Controls and V-Chip

Usfng the TWs Features

Video Action Program Menu

window buttons information options

Promotional Channel

information listings

About the GUIDE Plus+ System

The GUIDE Plus+ system is an interactive on-screen program guide that lists TV

schedules fbr your area and allows your TV direct control of a cable box and/or

VCR. You must first set up the GUIDE Plus+ Menu system in order to view this

on-screen program guide (see Chapter 1 {or details). Press GUIDE m bring up

the GUIDE Plus+ system.

There are six sections of the GUIDE Plus+ system:

• A row of Action buttons at the top of the screen (l, 2 and 3)

• Program information

• A row of menu options (Grid, S(nl, News, Scheduh,, Messages,

Charlnels, Selup)

• Channel listings

• Promotional information

• Video window

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repr esenlathmsq/whz*l you ar elllMy!osee.iM)lall t:hanrwZs;pr og_'ams;and

GUll)l'21_hL_+in/g*rrl_,lhmd_ledwillbeavaikd>leinyourar ea.

New,aim esand@lizmscanberh, vlmhu_uledwlheGU1DElqu._+s),.slgm,so

Ihe_elgu)(o-eszd_j?cllod_mg,'e.

Since the program information provided by

the GUIDE Plus+ system is based on your

locale, you wil! need to run Setup again if

you move to a different zip or postal code.

Downloading Data

The GUIDE Plus+ system is not available until it completes its first download of

program listings. When the power is turned off., the TV locates a "host channel"

that carries GUIDE Plus+ system data containing program schedule and

channel lineup information. A channel lineup is the list of stations and their

respective channels.

To ensure that your first download of data is complete, you should leave your

TV off overnight. Downloads occur several times a day. The TV must be turned

offfbr GUIDE Plus+ system data m download.

If the TV loses power or is unplugged, GUIDE Plus+ system program listings

may be lost. When power is restored, make sure the setup information is still

correct. The GUIDE Plus+ system will receive updated program infbrmation

during the next scheduled download.

Channel Lineup

If more than one cable company services your area, you may be prompted witb

STEP 5: Choosing Yeur Channd Lirze_q_after the first GUIDE Plus+ system

download. You will need to identify your cable company by selecting the correct

channel numbers fbr the stations in question.

• Use the up and down arrow buttons to change the channel group and

press OK when the correct channel group is highlighted.

28 Chapter3

Using the TV s Features

9

Press GUIDE on the remote control to

see the GUIDE Plus+ system. To remove

the program guide from the screen,

press OK, GUIDE, or CLEAR.

Getting In & Out of the GUIDE Plus+ System

To enter the GUIDE Plus+ s}stem:

• Press GUIDE on the remote.

• Press and hold MENU for 2 seconds on the fi-ont panel.

To exit the GUIDE Plus+ system:

• Highlight a program and press OK to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and rune

to the channel.

• Press GUIDE to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and rune to the channel

displayed in the video window.

• Press CLEAR to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and return to the original

channel.

The GUIDE Plus+ System Menus

The GUIDE Plus+ system offers seven different options on the Menu bar: (;*id,

S(yrl, _ws, Schedule, Mes.sag'e.s, Channel.s and Setup. To access the Menu bar:

) • T'T" ) , ,

1. I tess GUtDE to access the GUIDE I his+ system.

2. Press MENU or use the tip and down arrow buttons to select the Menu bar

(the ([;rid Guide appears by delimit).

3. Use the left and right arrow buttons to access other menus.

4. Press OK, or MENU, or use the down arrow button to see the menu options.

Grid Guide

The (,rid Guide appears each time you enter the GUIDE Plus+ s}stem. It

displays the cm'rent programming fbr each channel. The current program is

displayed in the video window.

• Press the tip and down arrow buttons on the remote to browse channel

listings and the channel up and down buttons to page through the listings.

Use the right and le{_ arrow buttons to browse future program listings.

To tune to a channel, highlight the program you want to view in the channel

listing and press OK. Press CLEAR to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and

return m the original channel. Press GUIDE m exit the GUIDE Plus+ syswm

and tune to the channel in the video window.

Then use the (;rid Guide Action Buttons as described next.

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Grid guide Grid guide

menu selection action buttons

\

Grid Guide Action Buttons

Action buttons will chm_ge according to where you are in the GUIDE Plus+

system. Be sure to look at the action bar before pressing the

command numbers.

When highlighting the program, the fbllowing Action buttons appear:

Watch Press 1 on the remote to place a timer in the Schedule {br the TV to

turn on and tune to the program highlighted in the channel listing. When

the TV turns on, the GUIDE Plus+ system will automatically appear with the

scheduled program highlighted and tuned in the video windm_:

Go To Press 2 on the remote m bring up the direct dial box and enter the

number of the channel you want. Press OK m highlight the channel and

current program in the channel listing of the Grid Guide. Press OK to rune

m the highlighted channel. If the video window" is unlocked, it will

automatically tune to the channel.

•Record Press 3 on the remote to place a timer in the Schedule for the VCR

to record the program highlighted in the channel listing.

If you have a cable box, changing channels on the ]Er will not cause the

cable box channel to change while recording.

Record will only appear if you have set up the GUIDE Plus+ system and

specified your VCR type.

The program inlormation window will display a confirmation when you have

successfully scheduled a program to watch or record.

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When highlighting the Channel names (the leti column on the channel listing),

the fbllowing Action buttons appear:

•Lock/Unloch Press 1 to lock or unlock the video window" m either stay at one

channel as you browse the GUIDE Plus+ system (lock) or change as you

browse through different channels (unlock).

Go To Press 2 on the remote m bring up the direct dial box and enter the

number of the channel you want. Press OK to highlight the channel and

current program in the channel listing of the Grid Guide. If the video

window is locked, press OK to tune to the highlighted channel. If the video

window is unlocked, it will automatically tune to that channel.

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Sort menu

selection

Categories

Sort

The Sort menu lets you hrowse programs hy cat_,gory. The channel to which you

are currently tuned is displayed in the video windms:

To Sort:

1. If the GUIDE Plus+ system isn't on your screen, press GUIDE on your

remote control.

2. Press MENU on the remote to select the Menu ba_=

3. Use the arrows to highlight S0r/. When Sort is highlight_,d for the first time,

the Movies catego D, is displayed. Thereafter, the last cat_.goly, used becomes

the de[huh. A listing of subcategories is displayed below the care.go1T name.

Use the left and right arrows m highlight other cat¢.gories.

4. Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight a subcategoD,. For

example, highlight All and press OK (the GUIDE Plus+ syst¢.m sorts

the programs).

5. Press the up and down arrow buttons to review the list one program at a

time. Press the channel up and down m review" the list one page at a time.

6. Select MENU to return to the menu bar, or press GUIDE or CLEAR m exit

the GUIDE Plus+ system.

Then use the Sort Menu Action Buttons as described next..

Sort Menu Action Buttons

When viewing the results of'a Sort, the fbllowing Action humms appear:

•Watch Press 1 on the remote, m place a timer in the Schedule, and then

tollow the on-line help fbr ti_rther options. Placing a timer in the Schedule

will cause the TV m turn on and tune m the program highlighted in the

Channel listing at the predetermined time.

•Record Press 3 on the remote to set the VCR m record the program

highlighted in the channel listing. If you have a cable box, changing TV

channels will not cause the cable box channel mchange while recording.

The program inlormation window will display a confirmation when you have

successfully scheduled a program to watch or record.

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News menu

selection News

The News menu lets you browse current news stories hy headline.

1. If the GUIDE Plus+ system isn't on your screen, press GUIDE on your

remote control.

2. Press MENU on the remote, control to select the menu bar.

3. Use the arrows to highlight News (if MSNBC is available on your TV, it will

appear in the video window).

4. Use the up and down arrows m highlight a stol T.

• Use the up and down arrows m browse the list one story at a time.

• Use the channel up and down to browse through the list one page at

a time.

5. Press the right arrow button m see [_1lItext.

6. If there are multiple pages of text, press the right or leI} arrow button m

page [brward or back through the pages of text. Press the down arrow m

view the next stol T.

7. Select MENU to return to the Menu bal, or press GUIDE or CLEAR on the

remote to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system.

Schedule menu

selection Schedule

The Schedule menu lets you alter timers {br either viewing or recording

programs. The GUIDE Plus+ system allows one-touch VCR recording if you have

connected the G-LINK cable to your VCR. See Chapwr 1 tbr more details on

connecting the G-LINK cable.

To schedule a program to watch or record:

1. If the GUIDE Plus+ system isn't on your screen, press GUIDE on your

remote control.

2. Press MENU on the remote to select the Menu bat=

3. Highlight a program within the channel listing.

4. Select 147al('hor t_gcol_li]com the Action buttons bar. The timer is then

automatically logged into the &hedule menu.

5. If you select Record, make sure to place a blank tape in the VCR and turn

it ofl-

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successfldly scheduled a program to watch or record.

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Messages menu

selection

To remove or change the frequency (daily, once, or weekly) of a scheduled

event, access the Schedult, menu from the Menu bar.

1. Press GUIDE to bring up the GUIDE Plus+ system.

2. Press MENU on the remote to select the Menu bar.

3. Use the arrows to highlight the Scheduh, menu selection.

4. Use the up and down arrows m highlight the program you want to edit.

Then use the Schedule Menu Action Buttons as described next.

Schedule Menu Action Buttons

When viewing the ,";_hedulemenu the following Action huttons appear:

•Remove Highlight the 1Xgll(ltor I?,ecmdtimer you wish to remove from the

schedule and press 1 on the remote.

•Change Highlight the 1X(ll(hor l¢,ec(,_-dtimer you wish to change and press 3

on the remote to toggle the fi-equency between the following choices:

DAILY records the same program each day Monday through Friday.

ONCI'2 records only on that day.

I'Iq'J_KLY records the proglvJm each week at the same time.

Messages

Occasionally you will receive messages regarding your GUIDE Plus+ system, &s

well as special programming infbrmation. You can access these messages from

the Messages menu on the Menu bar.

To read messages:

1. If the GUIDE Plus+ system isn't on your screen, press GUIDE on your

remote control.

2. Press MENU on the remote to select the Menu bar.

3. Use the arrows to highlight the Messages menu selection.

4. Highlight the message you want m read hy using the up and

down arrow buttons.

5. Press INFO to display the I_ll text of the message. If the text continues

beyond the screen, press INFO to view the next page of text. Once you have

reached the end of the message, press INFO m close the expanded

information and return to the Messages screen.

Then use the Messages Menu Action Button as described next.

Messages Menu Action Button

When viewing the Messages menu the fbllowing Action hutton appears:

•Remove Highlight the message you want m delete and press 1 on

the remote..

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Channe_ menu Channe_ menu

action buttons se_ction Channels

You can customize the channel listing by cnahling or disabling the display of

certain channels. For instance, you mW disable channels that you never watch.

You can restore disabled channels at a later point in time.

1. If the Guide Plus+ system isn't on your screen, press GUIDE on your

remote control.

2. Press MENU m select the Menu bar.

3. Use the right and let} arrows m highlight the Channel._menu selection.

4. Use the up and down arrows m select a channel.

Then use the Channels Menu Action Buttons as described next.

Channels Menu Action Buttons

While hrowsing the Channd._ menu, the [;:_llowing Action huttons appear:

•Cancel Press 1 on the remote to cancel any changes you made since

entering the Channd._ Menu.

•Change Press 2 on the remote to change the channel number for the

highlighted channel line.

•On/OJ] Press 3 on the remote to toggle the state of the channel between

On and 0//_

Setup

The Setup menu allows you to access the GUIDE Plus+ system setup

Setup option:

1.

2.

3.

4.

infbrmation. To access the

If the Guide Plus+ system isn't on your screen, press GUIDE on your remote control.

Press MENU to select the Menu Bar.

Use the right arrow to highlight the Sel*qJmenu selection.

Use the up and down arrows to select Change _),slemsettings, R_fiew @lions, or

View demo.

• Change system settings Confirms the settings you completed in the GUIDE Plus+

system setup are correct.

•Review options Displays the GUIDE Plus+ auto display options.

On Automatically displays the GUIDE Plus+ system when you press the ON'OFF

button on the remote control.

Off Disables the GUIDE Plus+ system fi-om being displayed when you press the

ON-OFF button on the remote control.

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Promotional information

Using the TV,s Features

How to Get More Information About an

Advertisement or a Program

To find out more inlbrmation about a program, advertisement or special, use

the left arrow button to highlight the channel listing or promotional

infbrmation box.

Requesting more inlk)rmation about a particular show displays the PlusCode

programming number and the Shows on ?v?_xttk)r that channel.

Press the INFO button to exit the expanded inlormation screen.

GUIDE Plus+ Menu Items

The GUll)E Plu._+ Menu gives you access to {_,atures in the GUIDE Plus+ system.

To access the GUll)E l_lus+ Menu:

1. Press MENU on the remote.

2. Highlight GUII)E Plus+ Menu and press OK.

Each menu and the sub-menus are listed below:

GU1DEPlus+ Setup Displays the GUIDE I lus+ system setup screen.

Change system settings Confirms the settings you completed in the GUIDE

Plus+ system setup are correct.

Review options Displays GUIDE Plus+ system auto display options.

View demo Runs the GUIDE Plus+ system demonstration.

GU1DEPlus+ Label Displays the GUIDE Plus+ label menu.

On Displays the station name when you change channels.

Off The station name isn't displayed when you change channels.

ContinuousDemo Runs the GUIDE Plus+ demonstration until it is turned oft- To

stop the demonstration, you must rum off the TV.

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Sample displays on a Channel Banner.

Channel Banner

There are several indicators that might appeal" when you press the TV or INFO

buttons on the remote. This display is called the Channel Bannel: The following

list describes the items on the Channel Banner screen (left to right and top to

bottom).

12:01

i

[]

ESPN

60

tl'i l

SAP

00:00

Displays the current time.

The lock is displfJyed m indicfJte when Parental Controls are

locked or unlocked.

Displayed when Closed Captioning is available on the

current chfmnel.

Displays the label assigned to the current chfmnel.

Displays the current chfmnel or input channel.

Muw is displayed when you mute the audio.

Stereo is displayed when the current channel is broadcasting

in Stereo.

Displayed when the current chfmnel is broadcfJsting SAP

(Second Audio Program) in[;:)rmation.

Displayed when the Sleep Timer has been set.

Displayed m count down time le{k on the commerciM skip

(SKIP) time_:

With the auto tuning feature, you can

set up the TV to tune to the channel you

need to watch by pressing that

component's button,

Why You Should Use the Auto

Tuning Feature

The auto-tuning fbature automatically tunes the TV to the correct channel for

different components you have connected to your TV (like a VCR, DVD Playe_;

etc.) When you set up auto tuning in the menu system you don't have to

remember to change your TV to channel 3, fbr example, when you want to

watch the tape in your VCR.

How to Set Up the Auto Tuning Feature

The way you set up the auto tuning Ibatore in the TV's menu corresponds to the

component bumms on the remote and the way you have each component

connected to your TV. When you set auto tuning, you're telling the TV what

channel to tune to when you press the VCR1, VCR2, DVD, or SAToCABLE

breton on the remote control.

7 7 _ r

1. Press MENU (the 7"1,MALN MEl\Uappears).

2. Highlight Channel and press OK on your remote control.

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3. Highlight Au/0 7hnirlg'and press OK.

4. Choose which channel you would like m set:

Set VCR 1 Channel Displays a list that lets you set up the channel that the TV

tunes to when you press the VCR1 button on the remote.

Set VCR 2 Channel Displays a list that lets you set up the channel that the TV

tunes to when you press the VCR2 bu_ton.

Set DVD Channel Displays a list that lets you select the channel that the TV

tunes to when you press the DVD button.

Set SAT/CABLE Channel Displays a list that lets you set up the channel

that the TV runes to when you press SAT°CABLE.

5. Highlight the choice that matches the way you have the component

connected to this TV, and press OK.

The choices and a brief explanation lbllow:

Not connected Choose this if you don't have this particular component

connected to the TV, or if you don't want the TV to automatically tune to the

correct channel when you're using this component.

Channel2 (SAT/CABLEonly) Component (satellite or cable box) is connect_.d to

the (_BLE/ANTENNA.jack on the back of the TV, and you want the TV to tune

to channel 2 when you press the SAT° CABLE bu_ton on the remote. P,eminder:

make sure the component's Channel 2/3/4 switeh is set to channel 2. Usually

this switch is on the back of the component.

Channel3 Component is connected to the (_BLE/ANTENNA.jack on the back

of the TV, and you want the TV to tune to channel 3 when you press the

corresponding bu_ton on the remote. P,eminder: make sure the component's

Channel 3/4 switch is set to channel 3.

Channel4 Component is connected m the C&BLE/ANTENNAjack on the back

of the TV, and you want the TV to tune to channel 4 when you press the

corresponding bu_ton on the remote. P,eminder: make sure the component's

Channel 3/4 switch is set to channel 4.

Video Input Component is connected to the VIDEO.jack on the back of the TV

and you want the TV to tune to VID Input Channel when you press the

component hutton.

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Parental Controls and V-Chip

The l_'ar_mlal Conhola menu allows you to program your TV so that children

cannot see certain programs, channels, or use the front panel controls.

The first three choices in the Paremlal Controls menu involve software inside your

TV (refi.rred to as V-Chip) which allows you to block TV programs and movies

based on violence, sex, or other conwnt you may believe children should not

view. In other words, it lets you program your TV so it won't display certain

programs.

Once you block programs, you or other adults can unblock programs by

entering a password.

By default, the sol,ware inside your TV is turned "off,' so if you dont want to

use this teature, you can just ignore it.

How V-Chip Works

When turned "on," the V-Chip software reads a code that most broadcasWrs

send with programs. That code tells the software the program's age-based rating

(TV-MA, TV-14, etc.) and conwnt themes [(Violence (V), Adult Language (L),

etc.)]. If you have blocked the rating and/or content themes that the program

contains, you will receive the message, "This channel is not approved fbr

viewing," when you tune m that particular channel.

Broadcasters are not required m provide content themes, so programs received

with no content themes will only be blocked if you block their age-based lvJting.

You can also block out programs that have been given a rating of"Not Rawd,"

and progr_uns that are considered "unrated" because no code has been sent by

the broadcaste_: The TV age-based ratings and conwnt themes you can block

are listed in the following ruble.

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Age-Based Description and Content Themes for Age-Based Ratings

Rating

TM-MA Mature Audience Only. Specifically designed to be vk, wed by aduhs and may be unsuitable l_)r children under

17. It contains one or more of the li)llowing content themes: crude indecent hmguage (L), explicit sexual

activit} (S), or graphic violence (V).

Parents Strongly Cautioned./;ontains some material that man) parents would lind unsuitable tor children

TV-14 under 14. Parents are strongl} urged to exercise greater care in monitoring this progtutm and are cautioned

against letting children under the age of 14 watch unattended. 'Ihis program contains one or more of the

ti)llowing content themes: intensel} suggestive dialogue (D), strong coarse language (L), intense sexual

situations (S), or intense violence (V).

Parental Guidance Suggested. Contains material that parents ma) tind unsuitable ti)r younger children. Many

TV-PG parents ma} want to watch it with their }ounger children. The program contains one or more of the following

content themes: some suggestive dialogue (D), infrequent coarse language (L), some sexual situations (S), or

modetutte violence (V).

TV-G General Audience. Most parents would lind this program suitable ti)r all ages. It contains

little or no sexual dialogue (D) or situations (S), no strong language (L), and little

or no violence (V).

Directed to Children 7 years and older. Designed tor children ages 7 and above, it may be more appropriate

TV-Y7 ti)r children who have acquired the developmental skills needed to distinguish between make-believe and

l

reality. Themes and elements in this program ma) include mild fantasy violence (F\) or comedic violence, or

may frighten children under the age of 7.

TV-Y All Children. 'Ihemes and elements in this program are designed fi)r a young audience, including children

from ages 2-6. It is not expected to frighten younger children.

V-Chip TV Rating Limit

The $-(,hzp ! VRalzng L*mzl lets you decide which TV programs can and cannot

be viewed.

To set TV programming limits:

1.

2.

3.

4.

Choose Parental Conlro[s from the Main menu. If Parental Controls have

previously been locked, you must enter your password. If they are not

locked, you will get a messene reminding you that your limits will not be

effective until you lock Parental Controls.

Press MENU to continue.

Highlight and select V-Chip TV Rating" Limit.

Once you get to the V-Chip TVRating Limit screen, use the arrow" buttons

and OK on your remote to change the stares of a TV program rating or

conwnt theme from View to Blod¢.

The following sections give you more details about how to change the stares of

TV program limits.

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The V-Chip Rating Limit Screen

The fbllowing is an example ofwhere items are locawd within the Rating Limit screen.

Rating Status Field

Lets yon select whcthcl the status ot the agc-bascd rating limi_ to

the lclt is View tn" Block.

Rating Field

lx'l_ you select irom a

list of age-based i'afings

you tan block m view.

Content Themes

Lists the content themes _u

can block or view.

Content Status

Fields

Lets you select which

coIltt=II{ tht=tl'lt=S to vit=w lol"

tht" selected rating, and

whether the status of the

contort{ Ihcme is ct]rrently

View (V) or Block (B).

Rating Settings Area

Lets yon sec the cm'rcnt block/_icw slate of age-based Iating_ and

associalcd conlent. The View (V) scuing_ are coded in green, and the

Block (B) sctfing_ a_c toded in red.

Rating Rating status Content status

field field fields

Tip

When you change the status of a rating to

Block, the system will automatically block

higher ratings and al! corresponding

content themes.

Blocking Age-Based Ratings

You can automatically hlock all program lwtings ahove a specified age-based

rating level. For example, if you only want your child m 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 m block out other programming with

higher ratings.

To block programs with higher ratings:

1. First, determine the lowest level rating you don't want the child m watch

(see chart of age-based ratings on next page).

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Rating Rating status Content

field field status fields

Hierarchy of Age-Based Ratings

TV-MA Mature Audience Only

TV-14 Parents Strongly Cautioned

TV-PG Parental Guidance Suggested

TV-G General Audience

TV-Y7 Directed to Children 7 years

and older

TV-Y All Children

2.

3.

4.

5.

fi*

7.

Press the leff and right arrow buttons to highlight the Ratirlgfield.

Press the up and down arrow buttons on the remote to scroll through the

age-based rating limits. Keep scrolling until the rating corresponding with

the lowest rating you do not want the child to watch appears on the screen.

In the example discussed above, you would scroll through the Ratingfield

until TV-PG appears, since the highest rating you want the child to watch is

TV-G.

Press the right arrow button to move the yellow" highlight to the

Slatus field.

Press the up or down arrow button to toggle between Vigwand Bled< The

status f;:)rthe rating listed to the left and all higher ratings automatically

changes to Blo& (and B).

Press OK on the remote to return to the menu or exit the screen when you

are finished.

Select l,orl_ P(trenlal Conhols from the Pare"ntal Cenlrol._ menu. Enter a

password, and if you have not already set your password, you will be

prompwd to enter it again to confirm.

Rating Rating status Content

field field status fields Viewing Age-Based Ratings

After you block age-based ratings, you have the option of changing some of the

ratings back to View.

1. Determine which blocked rating you want to view.

2. Use the up and down arrow buttons to select the rating with a status

of l;/o&

3. Press the right arrow" button to move the yellow" highlight to the rating status

field.

4. Press the up button to select View.

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Content Themes

D Sexually explicit dialoque

L Adult language

S Sexual situations

V Violence

FV Fantasy Violence

TV-Y All Children

Blocking Specific Content Themes

You can block programs based on their content. (Content is represented by the

D, L, S, V, FV and TV-Y on your screen. See the beginning of this section fi:>r

details.) When you block a content theme {k_r a particular rating, you

automatically block that content theme fbr higher rated programs as well.

For example, if you do not want your child to watch programs that have adult

language (L) rated TV-PG or higher, then you could block out all programming

TV-PG and above containing adult language.

Rating Rating status Content

field field themes

Content Status

fields

To block program content:

1. Determine the lowest level of content you don't want the child to watch.

2. Use the up and down arrow buttons on the remote to scroll through the

age-based ratings until the rating that corresponds with the lowest content

you do not want the child m watch appears. (In the example above, you

would scroll through the ratings until the TV-PG rating appeared.)

3. Press the right arrow button to move the highlight m the field

corresponding with the content theme you wish to block out.

4. Press the up or down arrow button to change content status fi'om Vto t;.

All higher ratings' content theme will automatically change to t;.

5. Press OK to return to the menu or exit the screen.

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Radng

field Rating

s_tusfield

Content Status

fields

Content

themes Viewing Specific Content Themes

If you block specific content themes, you have the option of going back and

changing some of the cont_,nt themes back to (V) VieT/r.

1. Determine the cont_.nt themes you want to change to (V) View.

2. Use the up and down arrow buttons to scroll through the age-based ratings

until the rating whose content theme you want to change to View appears.

3. Press the right arrow button m move the yellow highlight m a particular

content theme status, such as the Bunder language (L) corresponding with

TV-14.

4. Press the up or down arrow" button to change its status back to K Your child

would then be able to watch programs with TV-14 adult language cont_.nt,

but not programs with T_LPG or T_LMA language cont_.nt.

Note: Only Ilu,content Ihewwslalm (zyn" _]xmding lo 7'V -14

(L) langn_agedmnges _(V) V in_. H igdwrraled (zmlerlt Ih_÷mgs,_s_tuJtas Iha@yr

TV-MA langnulge, do not dmnge.

V-Chip Movie Rating Limit

You set movie rating limits by blocking movi_,s rated abnw, a sp_,cified ]ev_,].

How to block movie ratings and view movie ratings is explained in the next two

sections.

7k)access the V-CHIP MO VIE RATING LIMIT men LI:

1. Press MENU on the remote control (the TVMAINMENUappears).

2. Select Pare/ntal Cor_lro[s(press 6).

3. Select V-Chip Movie RalirlgLimil (press 2).

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Using the TV s Features

Rating field Rating status

field Blocking Movie Ratings

If you only want your child to watch movies that have a PG rating and lower (in

other words, movies rated PG and G), then you could automatically block out

all other movies with higher ratings.

To block movies:

1.

2.

Highlight the Ratir_gfield and press the up and down arrow buttons to find

the rating that is the lowest rating you don't want the child to watch. (In

the example above, you would highlight the rating smtos bumm

corresponding to PG-13, since the highest rating you want the child to

watch is PG.)

Press the right arrow" button to highlight the rating Slatu,_field. Press the up

and down arrow buttons to change the button fi'om View to Blo&. All higher

ratings automatically change to Blo&.

3. Press OK to return m the menu or exit the screen.

4. If Parental Controls are not locked, you must lock them so the movie rating

limits will take effect.

Note: Some movies may be gi_tz a Not Ratt, d (NR) ratit_J4. Afler block#zg

moz,ie rat#z_,4._;.goJ_must set NR to Vieu separately to z,ieu NR moz,ies.

Rating field Rating status

field Viewing Movie Ratings

After you hlock movie ratings, you have the option of changing some of the

l-ating st_Jtus buttons back to Vieu_

1. Highlight the Ratir*gfield and press the up and down arrow buttons m find

the rating you want to view.

2. Press the right arrow button to highlight the rating Slatus field. Press the up

and down arrows to change the button fi'om Biotic to View.

For example, if movies with a rating of PG-13 and higher are blocked, you can

change the rating stares corresponding with NC-17. Your child would then be

able to watch all movies with a G, PG, and NC-17 Rating.

3. Press OK to exit the screen, and be sure parental controls are locked.

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Using the TV's Features

V-Chip Unrated Program Block

Selecting this option lets you decide if programs that the V-Chip

recognizes as "unrated" can be viewed. Note that "unrated" TV

programs may include news, sports, political, religious, local and weather

programs, emergency bulletins, public announcements, and programs

without ratings.

View All unrated programs are available.

Block All unrated programs are not available.

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td_ q'[m

Channel Block

Selecting this option lets you decide what channels can be viewed.

View Makes the selected channel viewable.

Block The fi'ont panel and remote control CH (channel) bumms

will tune only to channels that you have marked as Vigw. The remote

will still tune to the blocked channel if you use the digits to access

the channel, but the channel will be blocked.

Don't l_i)rget to lock parental controls after you change the status of

(2hanr_el Block. If you do not, the channel block will not take effect.

Note: l/)_(mh{rtJea(F_tc_lcablelu)xcl_mneL_ 12(_999canbebl(u:lwd

bulwillm_lber em_)tJ{d/ep- (ymyours_anlisL

Front Panel Block

Selecting this option lets you block (disable) or unblock (enable) the

TV's fi'ont panel. The remote still runes to any channel. Front Panel Bhul¢

can:

• Keep children fi-om watching TV when the parent is not present.

• Keep young children from playing with the bumms.

(When using this as a Parental Control method, you should remove

access m any remote that is capable of operating the television while you

have the fi-ont panel blocked.)

Don't fi_rget to lock parental controls after you change the status. If you

do not, the front panel block will not take effect.

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Lock/Unlock Parental Controls

Selecting this option lets you lock and unlock parental controls settings using a

password.

If you do not lock parental controls, none of the settings for V-Chip, Chamml

Block, or Front Panel Block will take effect.

If you [brget your password, simultaneously press and hold MENU on the

t_,levision and volume down on the remote fbr 3 seconds. Nothing appears on

the screen, Parental Controls simply unlock and you can re-enter a password via

Lo& Paremtal Conlro[_.

46 Chapter3

Using the TV's

Menu System

Chapter Overview:

• How to Use the Different Types of Menus

•Audio Menu

•Picture Quality Menu

•Screen Menu

•Channel Menu

•Time Menu

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Using the TV s Menu System

How to Use Your TV's Menu System

You use the buttons on the remote or the front of your TV m access the menu system and make

changes to the settings.

The tk)llnwing pages explain how to use the dil;[)rent types of menus to adjust the tl.atures of

your TV.

Menus

The first menu is called the Main menu. Press MENU on the remote or on the

front panel to bring up the Main menu. Note. that holding MENU for 2 seconds

displays the GUIDE Plus+ system.

Menus take you m another menu or a control panel. There are two ways m

select a choice in a menu:

• Use your arrow buttons on your remote, control to highlight your choice,

and press OK.

rip

Fee! free to explore the menu system. If you're

ever unsure where you are in the menu

system, or you're just plain tired of exploring,

press CLEAR to remove the menus from the

screen and start over again,

• Press a number button on the remote. For example, in the Main menu

press 3 m go sUvdght to the &wee:r,menu.

Exiting a menu

There are three ways to exit a menu:

• Highlight Exit and press OK.

• Press 0 on the remote.

• Press CLEAR. The on-screen displays are cleared from the screen and you

return m TV viewing.

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Using the TV s Menu System

I Audio Audio Menu

Mute Press OK to reduce the TV's volume to its minimum level. Press OK again

to restore the volume.

Tone Controls Displays the slider controls 5:)r adjusting the TV's treble, bass and

balance.

Audio Processor Displays a choice list of available audio modes, which control

the way the sound comes through your speakers. You can also access the AUDIO

l t_0C1_550R menu by pressing the SOUND button on the remote.

Mono Plays the sound in mono only. Use this setting when receiving

broadcasts with weak stereo signals.

Stereo Splits the incoming stereo audio signal into left and right channels.

Most TV programs and recorded materials have stereo audio. The word

STI_REO appears on the TV when you tune to a proglvJm that is broadcast in

Stl-_l-i-_O.

Expanded Stereo Electronically "widens" sound fi'om stereo broadcasts,

stereo VCRs, digital satellite systems, DVD players, and LaserDisc players 5:)r

a fullm; more spacious sound.

Sound Logic' Stereo Reduces the annoying blasts in volume during

commercial breaks, and also amplifies sof}er sounds in program material.

Eliminates the need to constmatly adjust volume control.

Second Audio Program (SAP) Plays the proglvJm's audio in a second

language, if one is available. The word SAPappears on the TV when you

rune to a proglvJm that is broadcast with S_ information. SAP audio is

broadcast in mono. SAP is also used ro broadcast a program's audio with

descriptions of the video 5:)r the visually impaired.

Picture Quality Menu

Basic Picture Controls Displays the five slider controls fbr adjusting the way the

picture looks.

Contrast Adjusts the difference between the light and dark areas of

the picture.

Color Adjusts the richness of the color.

Tint Adjusts the balance between the red and green levels.

Black Level Adjusts the brightness of the picture.

(Continued on next page)

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Using the TV's Menu System

Sharpness Adjusts the crispness of the edges in the picture.

When exiting this menu, the Save Personal Piclure Presetchoice list will appear.

You can choose either Yesor No. If you save the settings _s a Personal Picture

Preset, the TV will store the settings so you can re-select them quickly if

someone changes the settings.

Picture Presets Displays a choice list that lets you select one of three preset

picture settings: Bright Lighlir_g;NgyrmalLighlir_g, _Sq/tL*ghlzr_g(y_1 _onal l*_lu_

Presel. Choose the setting that is best tor your viewing environment.

Auto Color Displays a choice list that lets you turn on the ti.ature that

automatically corrects the color of the picture. (This is especially use[ill l'br

tracking realistic flesh tone colors as you switch from channel to channel.

Choose On or Oj[ depending on your pre[_,rence.

Color Warmth Displays a choice list that lets you set one of three automatic

color adjustments: Coolfbr a more blue palette of picture colors; Normal; and

Warm for a more red palette of picture colors. The warm setting corresponds to

the NTSC standard of 6500 K.

Screen Menu

Closed-Caption Display Displays a choice list that lets you choose the way closed

captioning inlormation is shown on the screen.

Off Always No captioning intbrmation is displayed.

On Always C,aptioning inlormation is shown ahvays, when available.

On When Sound is Muted Captioning intbrmation is shown, when available,

whenever the TV's sound is muted. (To mute the sound, press the MUTE

button.) The captioning infbrmation is not displayed when the sound is

not mut_,d.

Closed-Caption Mode Displays a choice list that lets you choose which

captioning mode is used fbr displaying captioning infbrmation.

Menu Lan_age Displays a choice list tbat lets you select your prefi.rred

language [br the menus: Er*glish, Spani.sh or l,}-e/ruh.

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Using the TV s Menu System

Using Closed Captioning

Many programs are encoded with closed-captioning inlbrmation, which lets you

display the audio portion of a program as text on the TV screen.

Closed captioning is not available on all channels at all times. Only specific

programs encoded with closed-captioning inlbrmation are applicable. When a

program is closed captioned, the lem.rs CCare displayed in the channel bannm:

See Chapter 3 tbr more infbrmation about the channel bannm:

rip

If you don't know which Closed-Caption mode

to use, select CCI. CC1 is probably the mode

that is used in your area. CC2, CC3, and CC4

are reserved for foreign languages, but are

rarely used at this time.

Closed-Caption Modes

The TV offers eight closed-captioned modes, including fbur text modes.

To set the Closed-Capliorl Mod_

1. Select &teen fi'om the Main menu.

2. Highlight Clo,sed-Caption Mode and press OK (the Closed-Caption Mode

appears).

3. Highlight your choice and press OK (the Scr_em menu appears again).

Note: 77_ Textmod_sa_u'r_n_arlyha(/q/d_e]yktur eonllwscr eenlodgplaylhe

ch*_ed-captkmedtext. Mos! l,_r txMcaslers use dw CC m_xle,wh id_ di._plro_sajh,_

lim<_q/ c@lkms al a lime,

Turning off Closed-Caption

1. Select &teen fi'om the Main menu.

2. Press OK to select Closed-Coption Di,q_lay.

3. Highlight QffAlways and press OK. The closed captioning is turned off and

you go back to the Soecru menu.

Chapter 451

Using the TV's Menu System

Tip

To enter a number greater than 99, press and

hold "1" to enter the hundreds digit, then

press the two remaining numbers.

Channel Menu

Signal Type Displ_Jys a choice list that lets you select the current antenna type.

This option does not appear when the GUIDE Plus+ system is set up.

UHF/VttFAntenna Choose this if you are currently using an oil:air antenna

f;:)r TV signals.

Cable TV Choose this if you are currently using cable or a cable box for TV

signals.

Auto ChanneISeareh Tells the TV to search automatically li)r all the channels

available through the antenna input. When the TV finds an active channel, it

places it in the Normal channel list; inactive channels (weak stations or

channels with no signM at all) will be removed fi-om the channel list. If you are

using a cable box and have set up the GUIDE Plus+ system, this option does not

appeal:

List and Labels Displays a control panel that lets you edit your Normal channel

list and choose a six-character label li)r each channel. Follow the on-screen

directions to enter your channels and other inli)rmation.

Channel # Use the up and down arrows to scroll up and down through the

channels available via your antenna. You can enter the channel number

directly using the number buttons.

Normal List Only the channels included in the Normal list are available

when you scan tip and down using channel up and down. Use the tip and

down arrow buttons to indicate whether the channel number indicated is

included (Yes) or is not included (No) in the Normal channel list.

Channel Label Use the up and down arrow" buttons to enter a six-character

label {br each ch_mnel. Hold the button down to scroll quickly through the

characters. The TV can store up to 27 labels in memoly,.

Auto Tuning Displays a choice list that lets you set tip the TV to automatically

tune to the correct input channel when you press a component button (VCR1,

DVD, VCR2, or SAT°(_BLE) on the remote. Go to Chapter 3 f;:)r details about

the Auto Tuning fi.amre.

"time Menu

Sleep Timer Displays a control panel that lets you select the amount of time you

want to give the TV bet;:)re it shuts itself otT

Schedule Displays a control panel that lets you set up a schedule .¢i._rturning the

TV on and off automatically. Reminder: you must turn the schedule On. The

on-screen directions guide you through the steps needed to set the schedule.

Set Time Displays a control panel that lets you enter the current time. The on-

screen directions guide you through the steps needed to set the time. If your

GUIDE Plus+ system is set up, it will automatically update your time and this

option will not appea_:

52

Other Information

Chapter Overview:

• Troubleshooting

•Care and Cleaning

•Front Panel Buttons

•Limited Warranty

•Accessory Order Form

•Index

Troubleshooting

Most problems you encounter with your TV you can correct by consuhing the "Doubleshooting list that tk)llows.

TV Problems

TV won't tm on

• Press the _i_ buttom

• Make sure the TV is plugged in.

• (heck 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 ti-ont of the TV. If the 'I_ r turns on, check the

Felnote (Olltrol sollltiol]s on p, ._)(i,

•'Ihe ti-ont panel controls may be locked (disabled). Use the remote control to unlock the h-ont panel controls by selecting the l')_)nt

ParM BN& in the Par_ta! Controts menu and choosing View.

Buttons don't work

• If you're using the remote control, press the 'I_ r button lir_t to makt, sure the remote is in 'I_ r mode.

•'Ihe ti-ont pant, l controls may be lockt, d (disabk, d). Use the remote control to unlock the h-ont panel controls by sek, cting the l')_)rlt

ParM BN& in the Par_ta! Controts i'nell_.l and choosing View.

• Unplug the 'INz lor two minutes and then plug it back in. 'Ii_rn the 'IN z on and try again.

TV turns off while playing

•Sched'ul_d O]]lunction may hav_' bt'en activated. Go to p. 32 tor instH_ctions.

• Electronic protection circuit may have been activated because of a power surge. Wait 30 seconds and then turn the TV on again. If

this happens ti-equently, the voltage in your house may be abnormally high or low.

TV turns on unexpectedly

•Sdzed'ul_d ()_ or Watdl ti'om tht' (;UIDE Plus+ system may hav_' bt'en activated. Go to p. 32 lor instructions.

Blank screen

• Make sur_' tht' component connt, ctt, d to tht, TV is turnt, d on.

• Try another channd.

When I tun on the TVan icon is moving ae_ss the smen

• Make surc' you hart' rc,mo\ed tht, L)emo Pin ti-om tht, C.LINK jack on tht, back ot your TV.

No sound, picture okay

• Maybt' sound is mutt'd. Pr_'ss tht' volume up button to restore, sound.

54 Chapter 5

Other Information

Troubleshooting

Can't select certain channel

•Channel may be blocked or not appr*wed in the Par_ta! Conhv)Lsmenu.

• If using a VCR, 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

• The station might hc weak. Press the SOUND button on your remote control to change lrom stereo to mono.

No picture, no sound but TV is on

• Ma)he the cahlc/air setting is set to the wror'lg position. Select (;UIDI_2Pl_s+ Mcr_'u ti-oi'n the Main merlu, select

the ,';el*@option, and provide the correct intbrmation on the lollowing screens. Go to pages 16-17 tor detailed instructions.

• The channel might be empty-- change channels.

• If you're watching your VCR and it's connected with coaxial cable to the CABLE/AN'I ENNAjack, tune the TV to channel 3 or 4

(whichever channel is selected on the 3/4 switch on the back of your VCR). Also check to make sure the TV/VCR button on the

VCR is in the correct mode (press the TV/VCR button on your VCR).

Sound okay, pictter poor

• Cht'ck antenna connections. Makt, sure all ot the cahk, s ar_, tirmly commctcd to the jacks.

• TtT adjusting sharpness flmction to bnprove weak signals. Go to page 50 tor more instructions.

Black box appears on the screen

• Close, d-captioning might be on. (heck tht, Clo_ed-Ca];tiorll)i_)_;laycontrol panel in tht, Screen menu. Go to page 50-51 tor mor_,

instructions.

Every time I tur on the TVthe Guide is on the s_n

• The GUIDE Plus+ _ystcm automaticall) appcar_ on the s_rcen when y(m use the remote control to turn it on. 'I_) turn ott this

t_'aturc, press GUIDE on )our remote control (the guide appears), and then press MENU (the mem] options har is lfighlightcd).

Press the right arrow button to lfighlight Set'u]).Choose Review and select ()/]2

GUIDE Plus+ System Problems

GUIDE Plus+ setup won't switch to channel 9 for VCR and/or channel 02 cable box

• Make sure you have removed the Demo Pin lrom the (;-LINK jack. (heck to sec iT the (;-LINK wands are positioned correctly in

ti'ollt Of components' remote sensors.

• GUIDE Plus+ system control of cable box is slower than direct control of the box itseltl Keep this in mind when changing channels.

• You may 1]aw_ an incorrect GUIDE Plus+ Ct]annel Map. 'Ihe guide may get out of sync with the cable provider: Use the GUIDE Ph_s+

,';¢,h@in the GUIDE Phzs+ Mcr_'u to change the zip code to 99999. Turn the TV off tor 10 minutes. Use Setup again to change the zip

code back to the correct value. If asked, be sure to select the correct channel lineup ti-om the on-screen list.

55

GUIDE Plus+ System Problems (continued)

Program infomation doesn't download

• Revk'w )our setup inlormadon and makt, sure it's corr_,ct. Press MENU on the rei_note and sek, ct (;UII)E P{u_+ Setup. Go to page 16

Tor detailed instructions about the GUIDE Plus+ Setup menus.

•'Ihe TV must be oTT to download intbrmation. Leave your TV oTT overnight, tor at least 10 hours, to receive the initial download lor

yotlr area.

• Tf you're using a cable box, leave it on so you can receive program intbrmation.

Scheduled Wtch or Rectal doesn't occur

• (beck Schedule' tor timer conlTicts. Go to page 32 lor instrt]ctions.

• 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 V(R is turned off during the time you've scheduled to record a progt_un 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).

• Make sure there is a tape in the V(R and that the VCR is connected properl>

• Be sure that yon set up the V(R in the GUll)E Plu_+ &l**p menus. If yon don't complete the Co_q_gu_i'ng/br a VCR steps successthlly,

the Record option won't be available. Go to p. 18 lor detailed instlaictions.

• if a cable box is attached to your TV, make sure you set it up correctly in the GUII)E Plus+ Setup menus. Go to page 1(i-17 tor detailed

instructions.

The Remote Control Doesn't Work

• Something might be between the remote and the remote sensor on the component. Make sure there is a clear path.

• Maybe the remote isn't aimed directly at the component ('I_ r or VCR) that you're trying to operate.

• Maybe remote is not in 'I_ r Mode. Press the 'I_ r button so remote will control 'I_(

• 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 reprogmm the remote to operate other components.)

• You might need to dt=tin the remote's microprocessor: remove batteries and press the number 1 button tor at least 60 seconds.

Release the I button, replace the batteries, and (if necessatT) progt=un the remote again.

Problems with V-Chip/Parental Controls

The rating limits don't work

• You must lock the settings. Go to the 7V MAINMENU (pr_'ss MENU on your remote), s_,lect l_ar_ta! C'onh_)Ls(press 6 on yore-

remote), select Lock Par_ta! Conhv)[s (press 6 on your remote).

I don't Bmember my passvdoend I want to unlock the TV

• if )ou lorget yore- password, simultant, ousl) press and hold MENU on the tek, vision and volmn_, down on the remote lor 3seconds.

Nothing appear_ on the screen, Parental ( ontrols simply unlock and you can re-enter a password via Lock Par_ta! C'onh_)Ls.

The VChip won't let me watch aq!_ram even though it's not rated as violent.

• MayTx' the movk' was givml an NP. (Not Rated) status. After you block movie ratings, you i_nust set NR to View separately in ord_,r to

view movies with an NR rating.

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Other Information

Care and Cleaning

CAUTION: Turn OFF your TV before cleaning.

You can clean the TV as required, using a soft lint-fi-ee cloth. Be sure to occasionally dust the ventilation slots in the cabinet

m help assure adequate ventilation.

The TV's screen may be demled 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 demting agents, such as ammonia-based cleaners, or abrasive powder. These types of cleaners will damage

the TV.

While cleaning do not spray liquid directly on the screen, or allow liquid to run down the screen and inside the TV. Also,

avoid placing drinks or v_ses with water on mp of the TV. This could increase the risk of fire or shock hazard or damage to

the T_

Caution: If fixed (non-moving) images are lel} on the screen {br long periods, they may be permanently imprinted on the

picture tube. Such images include network logos, phone numbers, and video games. This damage is not covered by your

warranty. Ext_.nded viewing of channels displaying these images should he avoided.

Front Panel Buttons

If you can't find your remote control you can use the buttuns on your TV m operate many of the TV's [_.atures.

MENU Brings up the TV MAIN MENU. When in the menu system, it selects highlighted items. Also returns you to the

previous menu. Press MENU and CH+ simultaneously to access the GUIDE Plus+ system.

CHv Scans down through the current channel list. When you're using the TV's menu system, it acts like the arrow down

button on the remote control.

CH ^ Scans up through the channel list. When you're using the TV's menu system, it acts like the arrow" up button on the

remote control. Press CH+ and MENU simuhaneously to access the GUIDE Plus+ system.

VOL -Decreases the volume. When you're using the TV's menu system, it acts like the left arrow button on the

remote control.

VOL + Increases the volume. When you're using the TV's menu system, it acts like the right arrow button on the

remote control.

POWER Turns the TV on and off

57

GE TV Limited Warranty

What your warranty covers:

• ,Mly deli, ct in materials or workmanship.

For how long after your purchase:

• 90 days l;:)rlabor ch_ges.

• One year for parts.

• Two years for the picmr e robes.

The warrant), period fbr rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days fi'om date of shipment m the rental firm,

whichever comes first.

What we will do:

• Pay any Authorized GE Television Service Center the labor charges to repair your television.

• Pay any Authorized GE Television Service Center for the new or, at our option, refiM_ished replacement parts and

picture tubes required m repair your television.

How you get service:

• For screen sizes of 26" and smaller: Take your GE television to any Authorized GE Television Service Center and pick

up when repairs are complete.

• For screen sizes larger than 26': Request home o_"pick up, repair, and retmn" ser\,ice fi-om an), Authorized" (E,

Television Smvice Centre; pl ........• "ovlded that your television is located within the geographic ternto_T covered by an

Authorized GE Television Sen'ice Centre: If not, you must take your television to the Service Center location at your

own expense, or pay for the cost the Service Center may charge m transport your television to and from your home.

• To identify your nearest Authorized GE Television Service Center, ask your dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call

1-800-447-1700.

• Show" the Authorized Sm_'ice Center Representative your sales receipt or other evidence of purchase date or first rental.

What your warrmlty does not cover:

• Customerinstr uction. (YourOvmer'sMmmalclearlydescribeshowtoinst_fll, adjust, madoperateyourtele_lsion. ,Mly

additional inR_rmation should be obtained from your dealer).

• Installation and related adjustments.

• Signal reception problems not caused by your tele_qlsion.

• Damage from misuse or neglect.

• t_atteries.

• Customer replacement li_ses.

• Images burned onto the screen.

• A television that h_s been moditied or incorporated into odmr products or is used tbr institutional or other commercial

pur_s.

• Atelevisionpur chasedorser _qlcedoutsidedmU.S.A.

• Acts of God, such _s but not limited m lightning &unage.

Product registration:

• PleasecompletemadmaiHhePr oductRegistmtionCar dpackedwidlyourTV . Itwillmakeite_siertocontactyou

shoulditeverbenecess_w y. Thereturnofthecardisnotrequiredtbrw_ mntycoverage.

How state law relates to this warraJlty:

• This war ranty gives you spc.cific leg-,Jlrights, mad you also may have other rights dlat var y li-om state to state.

If you purchased your television outside the United States:

•Thiswar rantydoesnotapply .Contactyourdealerlorwar rmltyinfbr marion.

Service calls which do not involve defective materials or workmanslfip are not covered by this warranty. Costs of such

service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.

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VH81 (3-ft)

VH82 (6-ft)

Screw-on Cable

attaches to the round

antenna connectors

(cafled 75-ohm F-type) on

the back of your VCR or

TV The ends screw onto

the connectors for a

secure connection.

VH89 (6-ft)

Push-on Cable

attaches to the round

antenna connectors

(cafled 75-ohm F-type)

on the back of your

VCR or TV Ends push

on for a quick

connection.

Gold-13pped cable

VH83 (6-ft)

Monaural VCR

Dubbing Cable Double

cable that lets you

connect the video and

audio jacks of two VHS

VCRs to duplicate tapes.

Can also be used to

connect a VCR to your

TV Cable is color-coded

and shielded. Has RCA-

type phono plugs on

each end.

Stereo VCR Dubbing

Cable Triple cable that

lets you connect the vtaEo

and AUDIOjacks of stereo

components.

Gold-13pped cable

VH84 (6-ft)

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Accessory Order Form

Description

Screw-on antenna cable (3-ft)

Screw-on antenna cable (6-ft)

Push-on antenna cable (6-fl)

Monaural VCR Dubbing Cable (6-fl)

Stereo VCR Dubbing Cable (6-ft)

2-way Signal Splitter

Amplified Antenna

Antenna Mixer (not shown)

Remote Control (CR K76TG 1 )

Audio,Video Adapter (not shown)

Part No.

VH81

VH82 $5.95

VH89 $5.95

VH83 $5.95

VH84 $9.95

VH47 $3.95

ANT200 $49.95

193984 $11.15

242523 $30.35

228449 $4.45

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Prices are subject to change without notice.

Total Merchandise

Sales Tax ............................................................

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All accessories are subject to availability.

Where applicable, we will ship a superseding model.

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2-way Signal Splitter

Helps you connect a second

TV or VCR.

Splitter VH47

Amplified Antenna

Allows you to quickly switch

from the antenna signal to

the cable or satellite signal

without disconnecting the

antenna.

ANT200

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CRK76TG1

Remote Control

This is the remote control

that came packed with your

T_ Replacements or

spares can be ordered as

needed.

To Order

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number listed below.

Use this number only to place an order for accessory

items listed on this order fbrm.

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To place your order by mail, detach and mail the

completed order form with credit card information,

money order or check in US currency (made payable m

Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.) to the fbllowing

address:

]_ Video Accessories

PO Box 8419

Ronks, PA 17573

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Age-Based Ratings, 39

ANTENNA button, 22

Arrow buttons, 22

Audio

Menu, 49

Pmccsso,, 49

A[ DIO IN jacks, 11

A[DIO Rjack, 12

Audio/Video cahle, 7

/hannelSearch, 15, 52

( olor, 50

Tuning, 36, 52

DVD Chal'_l'_el, 37

SXF//aBle / hannel, 37

VCRI (hannel, 37

VCR2 Channel, 37

AUX (auxiliary) hutton, 22

B

BatteIies lor the remote, 14

Black Level, 49

Block

Age-Based Rallng% 40

/ hannel, 45

Front Panel, 45

Movie Rallng_, 44

Speciilc Content Themes, 42

V-( hip Unrated Pi'ogmm, 45

Bottons

trout ofT\; 57

i't'lllote coIltI'ol, 22

C

Cable Box, code list, 26

CABI.E/ANTENNA jack,

8, 9, I1, 12

Cables

audio/_ idco, 7

coaxial, 7

/;dJNK, 7

_Video, 7

UU (/losed (aptiolfing), 50

UH +hutton, 22, 57

UH- button, 22, 57

Channel

BanneI; 36

Block, 45

Labels, 52

Lineop, 28

Map, 28

Menu, 52

Search, 15

Uhamml 2, 37

Channel 3, 37

Channels menu, 34

UI.EAR button, 22

Closed Caption

Display; 50

Mode, 51

Coaxial cahle, 7

(;()de list

(aBle Box, 26

Salcllite Receivei; 26

V/R, 26

Color Warmth, 50

Uol_nedioilS

TV +VIR, 8

-I_%V( R+Satellite Receiver, 11

U(mtent Themes, 39

Contrast, 49

D

DemoPin, 6, 8, 9, l1

DVD button, 22

DVI) ( hannel, 37

F

Finding the sensor, 13

Fixed

Images, 57

FI/RWARD button, 22

Front Panel

Nook, 45

G

G-LINK

cable, 7

connecting, 13

GO BA( K button, 22

Grid Guide, 29, 30

GUII)E button, 22

GUII)E Plus+ sy_lem

(;hmmel i.ineup, 28

Channels, 35

Do*_adoading lnlormation, 28

Setup, 15

/;uidel}lns+system, 15, 20

INF/) button, 22

INPLT l, 37

Interactive setup, 15

J

Jacks on the TV, 12

L

I-E.D. breton, 22

L/MONO jack, 12

Labels, 52

Language, 50

Languages, 15

Locating remou- sensor, 13

Lock. Parental Controls, 46

M

Memory; 52

MENU button, 22, 57

Mentls

Audio, 49

Uhmmel, 52

GUIDE Plus+

Chaimels, 34

(;rid, 29

initial setup, 15

Messages, 33

News, 32

Schedole, 32

Sort, 31

GUIDE Plus+ Melm, 35

Language, 50

Parental Controls, 38

Picture Qualit}, 49

Screen, 50

Setup, 15

Time, 52

Mono, 49

Mute, 49

MUTE btlttoil, 22

N

News l_enu, 32

Normal List, 52

Nmnber bottons, 22

O

OK buuon, 22

ON'OFF but(on, 22

P

Parental Uontrols

Locking, Unlocking, 46

Ii'tenil, 3_

PAUSE/mtton, 23

Picture

Presets, 50

Quality Meim, 49

PLAY but(on, 23

POWER button, 57

Program guide

after setup, 20

R

Rand L jacks, 12

Rating Limits

mo_Jes, 43

TV, 39

REU°V/]R+ botton, 23

Remote, batteries, 14

Remote sensoi; 13

REVERSE but(on, 23

S

_%VII)EO

cable, 7

SAP, 49

SAT°CABI.E botton, 23

SAT/(able Channel, 37

Satellite Receiw-r

code list, 26

connecting, II

Schedule menu, 32

Schedule time, 52

Screell menu, 50

Second Audio Program (SAP), 49

Set

DVI) (Naimel, 37

S,_fI/CABI.E Channel, 37

"lfme, 52

VCRI Channel, 37

VCR2 Channel, 37

Setup

GUIDE Phls+ system menus, 15

Illenu, 34

Sharpness, 50

Signal "l_,pe, 52

SKIP button, 23

Sleep Timer, 36, 52

Sort menu, 31

SO[ND buuon, 23

Slereo, 49

STOP buuon, 23

T

Time

(]urrcnL 36

Menu, 52

Tint, 49

"li)ne (_ontrols, 49

Troubleshooting, 54

TV button, 23

U

UHF/VHF Amenna, 52

Unlock, Parental Controls, 46

V

\=Chip, 38

Age-Based Rallng_, 38

Blocking Movies, 43

/ ontent Themes, 38

VCR

1 (hannel, 37

2 Channel, 37

code list, 26

connecting, 8

VCR1 button, 23

VCR2 button, 23

VIDEOINjack, II, 12

VOI. + button, 57

VOI.- button, 57

VOI.+ hutton, 23

VOL button, 23

W

Warranl}, 58

WHO°INPUT buuon, 23

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