RCA Direct View Digital 27 To 40 TV Manual L0310229
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] WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this TV to rain or moisture. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified _IL This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage" inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or _ service personnel, This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product. personal injury. Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. Attention: Pour eviter les chocs electriques, de la prise et pousserjusqe Refer to the identification/rating FCC Regulations it. If fixed (non-moving) la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante label located on the back panel of your product for its proper operating state that unauthorized operate introduire au fond. images changes or modifications are left on the screen to this equipment for long periods, voltage. may void the user's authority to they may be permanently imprinted on the screen. Such images include network Iogos, phone numbers, and video games. damage is not covered by your warranty. Extended viewing of channels displaying these images be avoided. This should 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 3articular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the 3oint of cable entry as practical, Product Registration Please fill out the product registration card and return Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty numbers Model it immediately. Returning parts and service and for proof in case you need them, The numbers the card allows us to contact you if needed. of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and model are located on the back of the television. No. Serial No. Purchase Date: Dealer/AddresslPhone: VCR Plus+, Cs, PlusCode and GUIDE Plus+ are trademarks of Gemstar Development The VCR Plus+ and GUIDE Plus+ systems are manufactured Corporation. under license from Gemstar Development Corporation and VCR Index Systems B.V., respectively. GEMSTAR IS NOT IN ANY WAY LIABLE FOR THE ACCURACY PROVIDED BY THE GUIDE PLUS+ SYSTEM. OF THE PROGRAM SCHEDULE INFORMATION IN NO EVENT SHALL GEMSTAR BE LIABLE FOR ANY AMOUNTS 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, Setup And Connections .......................................................... 3 Step 1: Unpack the TV ...................................................................... 4 Step 2: Connect Your TV .................................................................. 4 TV Only ....................................................................................... The Basic connection ................................................................. 4 5 Advanced Connections .............................................................. 6 Step 3: Connect the IR Controller Attaching the IR Controller .................................................... 9 ....................................................... 9 Step 4: Plug in the TV ..................................................................... 10 Step 5: Place Batteries in Remote .................................................. 10 Step 6: Turn On the TV ................................................................... 10 Step 7: Program the TV .................................................................. 10 Interactive Setup .................................................................... 11 Using Point and Select ................................................................... 12 Entering Setup ................................................................................ 12 Selecting a Language ..................................................................... 13 Auto Channel Search ..................................................................... 13 The GUIDE Pius+ Gold System ....................................................... 14 Setting Up the GUIDE Pius+ Gold System ............................... 14 Setting the Time ............................................................................. 16 Setting the VCR1 Channel (auto tuning) ...................................... 17 Setting the VCR2 Channel (auto tuning) ...................................... 17 Setting the DVD Channel (auto tuning) ....................................... 18 Setting the SAT/CABLE Channel (auto tuning) ............................. Labeling the Channels ................................................................... Using the Interactive Remote ..................................................................... 19 20 21 Setup ............................................................................ 21 Remote Buttons .............................................................................. 22 Using the WHO, INPUT Button ................................................ Programming the Remote ............................................................. 24 Testing the Remote .................................................................. 24 Using the Remote to Control a Device ................................... 25 Modes of Operation 25 ................................................................ Front Panel ..................................................................................... Using 23 The Menus ....................................................................... 25 27 1 Menus and Control Panels ............................................................. 28 Audio Menu .................................................................................... 30 Using the Remote to Select an Audio Processor .......................... 31 Picture Quality Menu ..................................................................... 32 Screen Menu ................................................................................... 33 Using Closed Captioning 34 Channel Menu ................................................................................ 35 Time Menu ...................................................................................... 36 Other Menus ................................................................................... 36 Features and Controls ......................................................... 37 GUIDE PLus+ Gold Menu ................................................................ 38 About the GUIDE PLus+ Gold System ............................................ 38 Downloading Data .................................................................. Grid Guide ................................................................................ 39 40 Sort ........................................................................................... 41 Schedule ................................................................................... 42 News ......................................................................................... 42 Messages .................................................................................. Editor ........................................................................................ 43 44 Channel Marker .............................................................................. 45 PIP (Picture-in-Picture) ................................................. 46 Parental Controls and V-Chip ........................................................ 47 V-Chip TV Rating Limit ............................................................ 48 V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ...................................................... 52 V-Chip Unrated Program Block ............................................... Channel Block .......................................................................... 53 53 Front Panel Block ..................................................................... 53 Lock/Unlock 53 Reference Operation Parental Controls ................................................ ..................................................................................... Troubleshooting 54 ............................................................................. 54 Care and Cleaning .......................................................................... 55 RCA Direct view tv LIMITED WARRANTY ...................................... 56 RCA PROJECTION TV WARRANTY ................................................. 57 Accessory I ndex 2 ......................................................... Information ....................................................... ............................................................................................. 58 61 Getti ng sta rted This manual is designed to get you started quickly. The first five sections of the manual show you how to get your TV set up and connected, run the Interactive Setup, program the remote, and use all of the menus, features, and controls of your TV. 1 Setup and connections V The Reference section in the back of the book contains troubleshooting tips, care and cleaning instructions, accessory ordering information and your warranty. Well... V if your TV's out of the box, let's get started. V V V • Check out the notes that have been added throughout the manual in these Tip Boxes, There are some important tips that will help you get the most from your TV, 3 j Step 1: Unpack the TV Important Stand Information Make sure to locate the remote control. Step 2: Connect Your There are three types of connections TV outlined in this section: TV Only: If you're only going to connect the TV to your home antenna or cable system. The Basic Connection: If you're going to connect the TV to a VCR or satellite receiver. Advanced If you're going to make multiple connections, hooking up the TV to a VCR and a satellite receiver. Connections: Cable information and illustrations are given for each type of connection. Once you have completed to Step 3. your desired connection you may skip forward TV On ly This is a basic connection from an antenna or cable system to your TV. Connect the cable into the Cable/Antennajack as shown. Cables You will use the following cable to make your connection: Coaxial Cable: These cables carry audio and video signals to the TV from an antenna, cable, or cable box. CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA TV Once you have completed this connection 4 you may skip to Step 3. CAUTION: Choose the location for your TV carefully. Take precautions that the stand or other furniture on which the TV is placed is properly located (see Important Safeguards sheet) and of adequate size and strength to prevent the TV from accidentally being tipped over, pushed off, or pulled off. This could cause damage to the TV and/or personal injury. p- Before You Connect Protect against power surges: • Connect all components before plugging any power cords into the wall outlet. • Turn off the TV and/or component before connecting or disconnecting cables. any • Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safeguards sheet packed with your T_L The Basic connection The basic connection below (TV and VCR) is the most common connection and is therefore used to illustrate a single component connection with your TV. For better sound and picture quality and multiple component connection information refer to the next section, Advanced Connections. Cables You will use the following type of cable to make your connection: Coaxial Cables: In this connection, two coaxial cables are used: one connects from an antenna, cable, or cable box to the VCR, and one connects from the VCR to the TV. These cables carry both audio and video signals. CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA VCR 1 \ IN _[_OM ANT CH 3 OUT TO TV TV How to View the VCR To watch the VCR in this connection Channel 3 or 4. Later, in the Interactive To VCR To cable box (if you do not have a cable box, then leave this portion unconnected). Once you have completed this connection "Connect the IR Controller." tune TV to Setup section you will program the TV to automatically 4 when you turn on the VCR. tune to Channel 3 or you may skip to Step 3, 5 Advanced Connections Advanced connections give you better sound and video by separating the audio and video signals and enabling you to connect multiple components. This section describes the types of inputs available on the back of your TV and suggests ways you can use them for optimum performance. Backofthe The diagram Once you have made your connections you will need to program the TV to tune to the correct Video INPUT channel in order to see and hear audio and video from the component. You will program this later in the Interactive Setup. TV below describes each of the back panel jacks. When connecting A/V cables, be sure to connect corresponding OUTPUTS and INPUTS (Video to Video, Right Audio to Right Audio, etc.). Input 1 Input 2 Connect any of the following components: • VCR • lnternet Access Device Connect any of the following components: . VCR • Internet Access Device • Laserdisc Player • Satellite Receiver • Laserdisc Player • Satellite Receiver • DVD Player To view the component connected to Input 1: Use the WHO.INPUT button on the remote. • DVD Player To view the component connected to Input 2: Use the WHO,INPUT button on the remote. External Speaker Jacks Use to connect external speakers for surround sound. Make sure the TV Speaker Selection to EXTERNAL. S-Video This optional connection car be used for better video quality picture. Audio S-Video This optional connection can be used for better video quality picture. VCR Control Outputs Connect to an audio receiver or amplifier for variable controlled or fixed level stereo output. 6 is set Takes the signal input from a cable, cable box, or an off-air antenna. Can also Cable/Antenna 1 be used for basic component connections. Connect Guide Plus+ Gold controller for onebutton recording and channel tuning from the Guide. Sample Connections The following are sample connection scenarios you may encounter when connecting components to your TV. Note: those components which offer an S-Video connection, such as DVD, VCR or satellite receivers, must match their S-Video connection with their audio INPUT connection. Cables You will use the following make your connection: types of cables to Coaxial Cables: Carry the signal from the antenna or cable directly to the television or through a cable box, as needed by your cable system. Audio/Video Cables: Carry audio and video from a component to the TV. S-Video Cable: Carry video from an S-Video capable component which provides best picture quality. TV and Stereo VCR Cautions: Position Cables to Avoid Audio Hum or Interference • Insert all cables firmly into jacks. • Place the audio/video cables to the sides of the TV's back panel instead of straight down the middle. • Try not to coil any twin-lead cables and keep them away from the audio/video cables. Protect Your Components Overheating From • Do not block ventilation holes in any of the components. Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely. • Do not stack components, • Allow adequate ventilation when placing your components in a stand, • Place an amplifier on the top shelf of the stand so heated air rising from it will not flow around other components. Compared to the Basic Connection, using Audio/Video and S-Video (if available) cables will enhance the sound and picture quality from a component. CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA How to View Your VCR To watch the VCR in this connection, press TV to put the remote control into TV mode, then press WHO,INPUT to toggle through the video (VID) inputs. In the Interactive Setup section you can program the TV to automatically tune to the VlD input channel when you turn on the VCR. TV Most Audio/Video cables are combined into one cable with three heads on each end. TOVCR To cable box (If you do not have a cable box, then leave this portion We show individual _ cables in these __ sampte connections. _ Either may be used, but you must be sure to connect Video tO Video, Right to Right and Left to Left. ,,_ o_ _G"T_ O_ L_ _UD,OlW,,_E/ unconnected). 7 TV, VCR and Satellite CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR Receiver ANTENNA SATELLITE SIGNAL How to View Your Components To watch the satellite SATELLITE receiver in this connection, press TV to put the remote control into TV mode, then press WHO.INPUT to scroll through the video input channels until you tune to VID (or SVID) input. RECEIVER To watch the VCR in this connection, press WHO.INPUT to scroll through the video input channels until you tune to VlD2. In the Interactive Setup you can program the TV to automatically tune to the correct input channel when you turn on your component. TOVCR TO cable box (If you do not have a cable box, then leave this portion CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR unconnected). ANTENNA SATELLITE SIGNAL How to View Your Components To watch the Satellite Receiver in this connection, press TV to put the remote control into TV mode, then press WHO.INPUT to scroll through the video input channels until you tune to VID1 ( or SVID 1) input. To watch the VCR in this connection press WHO.INPUT to scroll through the video input channels until you tune to VlD2. To watch the DVD player in this connection, press TV to put the remote control into TV mode, then press WHO.INPUT to scroll through the video input channels until you tune to VlD2 ( or SVID 2) input. In the Interactive Setup you can program the TV to automatically tune to the correct input channel when you turn on your component. TV To VCR To cable box (If you do not have a cable box, then leave this portion unconnected). 8 Step 3: Connect the IR Control ler The IR (infrared) Controller enables the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system to control your VCR and cable box (if necessary) so you can tune to television channels and even start recording a program from the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system. After you have affixed the ends of the controller to the necessary components (VCR, or Cable box), you will use the on-screen interactive setup routine for the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system to test the connected components. Attaching the The IR Controller is used to send commands to your VCR and/or cable box. IR Controller Some components label the infrared remote sensor, and others do not. If your component is labeled, affix the IR controller directly over the sensor. If the IR location is not labeled on your component, you need to use to use the component's remote control to locate the sensor. 1. Hold the component's remote control with your TV) so that it is touching 2. (not the remote that came the front of the component. Slowly move the remote over the front of the component while pressing the remote power button on and off. (Be sure to press and release the power button each time you move the remote. Holding the button may not work.) 3. When the component 4. Affix the controller's turns off or on, you've located the sensor. node directly to the remote sensor. Tip Attach to the VCR / -÷- Connect You may want to use a piece of clear plastic tape to temporarily affix the controller's node until you have completed the interactive setup. That way you can easily move it if you have not placed it exactly over the sensor. The adhesive is Io-tack and will not mar the finnish of VCRs, cable boxes, or other products. hAttac_at_thlecalbleboxvlfe YO_dao;Oted" to the 13/ 9 Step 4: P I ug i n the TV Plug the end of the power cord into the wall outlet, matching the wide blade of the plug with the wide slot in the outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely. Step 5: P I ace Remove the battery remote. Batter ies i n Remote compartment cover from the back of the Insert fresh batteries. aligned correctly. Make sure that the polarities (+ and -) are Replace the cover. Step 6: Turn On the TV Press TV on the remote, or press POWER on the TV itself. Pressing the TV button not only turns on the TV, but puts the remote into TV mode, so that the buttons on the remote will control TV functions. TV On-Screen Program Guide The TV is designed to bring up the GUIDE Plus+ Gold on-screen program guide when you use the TV button on the remote to turn on the TV (after you have set up the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system). For more information on setting up the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system, see the next section, Interactive Setup. To get out of the GUIDE Plus+ Gold System: Press OK to exit the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system and tune to the highlighted channel. Press GUIDE to exit the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system and tune to the channel displayed in the View window. Press CLEAR to exit the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system and go to the last channel you were watching. Step 7: Program the Proceed to the next section, Interactive TV Setup. The interactive setup routine walks you through the steps needed to fully configure the TV. The first steps ask you to select your preferred language for the menu system and to begin the auto channel search, which puts available cable TV or antenna signals into the TV's memory. 10 Projection TV Only. If the picture appears to have a double or triple image or if you notice rings or halos around objects, you may have to adjust the color convergence. Details can be found under the Screen menu heading in the "Using the Menu System" section of this manual. There's an on-screen setup routine The interactive setup routine helps you through the steps needed to configure the TV and set up the GUIDE Plus+ Gold menu system: Select a menu V language Search for available channels 2 Interactive Setup Set up the GUIDE Plus+ system V Set the time Set the VCR1 channel Set the VCR2 channel Set the DVD channel Set the SAT/CABLE channel Make the channel list and labels V V V 11 Using Point and Select You only need to know one rule when using the remote to access onscreen menus and control panels: point and select. The point and select method has two steps. 1. Point to a menu item using the MOVE arrows on the remote. To point up or down, press the up or down arrows. To point right, press the left or right arrows. 2. left or Select a menu item by pressing MENU or OK. Selecting an item tells the TV's menu system to go ahead and make the change or go to a place you have indicated. MENU Entering The first screen of the Interactive Setup appears automatically when you turn on your TV for the first time or after a power outage. 1. Point and Select buttons Press MENU to begin setup or CLEAR to exit. You can also access the Interactive 1. ¢LEA_ Setup Setup through the Main menu: Press MENU to bring up the Main menu. You can also select a menu item by entering the item number with the number buttons on the remote. 2, 12 Point to Setup and press MENU or OK. The first Setup screen comes up, asking you to confirm that you want to begin. Press CLEAR at any time to remove all displays from the screen and return to TV viewing. Many VCR user manuals refer to a PROGRAM button. The MENU button on this remote works as a PROGRAM button in VCR mode. Other manuals may refer to a SELECT button. The OK button on this remote works as a SELECT button. 3. Point to Begin setup now and press MENU or OK. Selecting a Language The first part of the setup routine language for the menu system. asks you to select your preferred 1. Point to your preferred 2. Press MENU or OK to select that language. Auto Channel language for the menu system. Search The next part of the setup routine asks you if you want the TV to search for all channels viewabte through your antenna or cable TV system. This is sometimes called "auto programming." 1, 2. Press MENU or OK to tell the TV to begin searching for channels. The display gives you a progress report and tells you when it has finished. Press MENU or OK to continue. [ If you skip Auto Channel Search now, you can access it later through the Channel menu. See Using the Menu System for more details. J 13 The GUIDE Plus+ Gold System The next step lets you set up the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system to display your local program listings, and control your cable box and VCR. You can either press MENU or OK to bring up the GUIDE Plus+ Gold initial point to Skip this Step to move to the next step in the Interactive Setup. Setting Up the GUIDE Pius+ Gold menu or You can set up the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system during Interactive Setup or by selecting the GUIDE Plus+ Gold Menu from the Main Menu. You can also access the GUIDE Plus+ menus by pressing menu on the remote, and selecting GUIDE Plus+ Menu. System To complete GUIDE Plus+ Gold setup, the GUIDE Plus+ Gold IR controllers must be connected to your cable box and VCR if you have them. Refer to the Setup and Connections section for additional information. Select your Country and enter your ZIP or Postal code. The next series of screens asks you about your cable TV setup. If you have a cable box, you need to set the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system to control it. Otherwise, it may not be able to locate and download information. program Tune your cable box to Channel 2 and then select the brand of your cable box from the choices available. The system then searches for the correct code to control your cable box. When your cable box switches to channel 9 it has located the correct code. 14 Select Yes if the cable box changed to channel 9, or No if it did not. If you select No, the system will try another code. If the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system cannot recognize either your cable box or VCR after several tries, a screen stating "Cable Box (VCR) test failed...Please consult your manual and try again" appears. You have a choice to either Try Again or Skip Cable Box Setup. If you get this message, you should also: Double check the brand of your cable box or VCR, and try entering Check to make sure the IR controllers are positioned it again. correctly. If you choose to skip the cable box (or VCR) setup some features you successfully complete this procedure. of the guide may not be available until Once the correct model of cable box (or VCR) has been identified, you need to set the cable box's output channel. Enter the channel you use to view channels through your cable box--usually 3 or 4. Consult your cable box's instruction book or your cable company if you are not sure. Choose 0 to use VIDEO INPUT. Select YES if you have a VCR, or NO if not. (Answering NO automatically skips forward to the end of GUIDE Plus+ Gold setup.) Tune your VCR to channel 2 and turn it off. Enter the brand of your VCR. When the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system correctly identifies the correct code for your VCR, the VCR's tuner changes to channel 9. Select YES if the VCR automatically changed to channel 9, or NO if it did not. If you select NO, the system will try another code. The last screen comes up when you've successfully finished setup. the GUIDE Plus+ Gold Remember: Leave your cable box turned Leave your VCR turned information. Press OK to leave the GUIDE ON to download OFF to record Plus+ Gold program programs system and information, download program setup, 15 Setting the Time The next step in the Interactive Setup lets you set the time of day. If your GUIDE Plus+ system has not completed its first download, you need to set the time. Once the system has completed its first download, it sets the time for you automatically. 1. Press MENU or OK to bring up the SET TIME control panel. 2. Use the left and right arrows to point to the hour and minutes spaces. Use the digits to enter the numbers and the up and down arrows to change from AM to PM 3. Press MENU or OK to continue. 16 Setting tun the VCR1 Channel (auto i ng) The next step lets you set the VCR1 channel. When you set the VCR1 channel, you're telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press the VCR1 button on the remote. This is called auto tuning. Indicate which input you used to connect the VCR. If you don't have a VCR1 component connected to the TV, skip this step or select Not Connected from the VCR1 Channel choice list. (For more, see Auto Tuning in the Using the Menus section.) 1. Press MENU or OK to bring up the VCR1 choice list. 2. Point to the choice that matches the way you have your VCR connected to the TV. 3. Press MENU or OK to continue. Setting tun the VCR2 Channel (auto i ng) The next step lets you set the VCR2 channel. When you set the VCR2 channel, you're telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press the VCR2 button on the remote. Indicate which input you used to connect a second VCR. If you don't have a second VCR component connected to the TV, skip this step or select Not Connected from the VCR2 Channel choice list. (For more, see Auto Tuning in the Using the Menu System section.) 17 1. Press MENU or OK to bring up the VCR2 choice list. 2. Point to the choice that matches the way you have your second VCR connected to the TV. 3. Press MENU or OK to continue. Setting tun the DVD Channel (auto i ng) The next step lets you set the DVD channel. When you set the DVD channel, you're telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press the DVD button on the remote. Indicate which input you used to connect a DVD player. If you don't have a DVD player connected to the TV, skip this step or select Not Connected from the DVD Channel choice list. (For more, see Auto Tuning in the Using the Menus section.) 1. 18 Press MENU or OK to bring up the DVD choice list. 2. Point to the choice that matches the way you have your DVD player connected to the TV. 3. Press MENU or OK to continue. Setti ng the (auto SAT/CABLE Channe I tuning) The next step lets you set the SAT/CABLE channel. When you set the SAT/ CABLE channel, you're telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press the SAT*CABLE button on the remote. Indicate which input you used to connect a satellite receiver or a cable box. If you don't have a satellite receiver or cable box connected to the TV, skip this step or select Not Connected from the SAT/CABLE Channel choice list. (For more, see Auto Tuning in the Using the Menus section.) 1. Press MENU or OK to bring up the SAT/CABLE choice list. If You Have Both a Satellite Receiver Connected 2. Point to the choice that matches the way you have your satellite receiver or cable box connected to the TV. 3. Press MENU or OK to continue. and a Cable Box to the TV The remote cannot control both a cable box and the satellite receiver. If you choose to have the remote control the satellite receiver, you must then use your cable box remote to control the cable box You may, however, prefer to use the satellite receiver remote for satellite programming, and set your SAT.CABLE button to control your cable box. It's your choice. 19 Label ing the Channels This last step in the Interactive Setup lets you edit your channel list and label your channels. (For more, see List and Labels in the Using the Menus section.) 1. Press MENU or OK to bring up the List and Labels control 2. Use the left and right arrows to point to the three different the control panel (called "fields"). 3. Use the up and down arrows to scroll through the numbers and letters and select Yes or No in the Normal List field. You may wish to refer to the call letters listed in your newspaper's TV section for ideas on labeling the channels. 4. Repeat this process for each of your channels. Then press MENU or OK to continue. The TV can store up to 27 labels in memory. Programming the panel. areas of Remote Since you've gone this far, you can take a few minutes to program the remote to control your VCR, satellite receiver, or other components. To find out how to program the remote, go to the next section. 2O Use the CH ^ (channel up) or CH v (channel down) buttons to change channels in the Chan # field. This works even if you're not in the Chan # field. Or, enter the channel number directly using the number buttons on the universal remote. To enter a number greater than 99, press and hold "1" to enter the hundreds digit, then press the two remaining numbers. The list and labels feature can also be accessed from the Channel menu. Because this procedure can be time consuming, feet free to skip this step and come back to it later. How to use your Universal This section defines the buttons how to program Remote of the remote and it to control other components. V The universal remote can be programmed to control most brands of remote controllable VCRs, satellite receivers, DVD players and cable boxes, If you have an RCA, GE, or PROSCAN component, you may not need to program it at all. V I Using the remote V V V 1 Modes of Operation Because this universal remote can control several different components (DVD player, VCR, Cable Box, etc.), it uses operational modes triggered by the component buttons. For example if you want the remote to control the TV, you would press the TV button to put the remote into TV mode before you could control the TV. / 1 21 Remote ON.OFF Buttons When in TV mode, turns TV on and off. If in another device LED mode (VCR, DVD, Satellite, etc.) and programmed, will turn the device on and off. When pressed twice within two seconds, all devices that are on will be turned off (this feature and GE products). only works with most RCA, PROSCAN VCRE VCR1 Puts the remote in VCR mode and if autotuning turn on the TV and tune to the correct channel. TV Turns on the TV and puts the remote channel information. is enabled, it will DVD Puts the remote in DVD mode and if auto tuning turn on the TV and tune to the correct channel. VCR2 Puts the remote in VCR2 mode and if auto tuning will turn on the TV and tune to the correct channel. is enabled, is enabled, to its minimum is level Press again to CH ^ or CH v Scans up or down through the current channel list. Press once to change the channel up or down; press and hold to continue changing channels. Decreases or increases the TV's volume. SOUND Press once to display the audio processor choice list. Point and select to choose a different processor or press CLEAR to exit. GO BACK Returns you to the previous channel. GUIDE Brings up and exits the GUIDE Plus+ system. In SAT*CABLE mode, brings up available on-screen guides. INFO Brings up channel information. MOVE (Arrows) Used to point to different items in the menu system. Also used to adjust the menu controls. Also move the PIP window when no menus are on the screen. OK When in the menu system, selects highlighted to the previous menu. 22 AUX SAT. CABLE MUTE SKIP SOUND GO BACK GUIDE INFO MENU CLEAR you have programmed is enabled and the SKIP Press once before changing channels and the TV will wait 30 seconds before returning you to the original channel. Press repeatedly to add more time. VOL< or VOL> VCR2 it SAT.CABLE Puts the remote in SAT*CABLE mode and if auto tuning enabled, it will turn on the TV and tune to the correct channel. MUTE Reduces the TV's volume restore the volume. TV it will LED Red light which indicates programming mode when programming the remote. Also displays when a valid remote button is pressed. AUX When pressed, will turn on the component it to control. Also turns on the TV if auto tuning remote is programmed to control the TV. )FF 33<3 &&'&& DVD in TV mode. Also displays Ol items or returns you 10203© ,05060 ,O ,O 00 WHOHNPUT ANTENNA ©°O © REVERSE PLAY FORWARD REC'VCR + STOP PAUSE PIP SWAP CHCTRL OOOO RESET MENU Brings upthe Main menu and selects highlighted VCR mode, it functions as a PROGRAM button. items. When in CLEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns to TV viewing. Also exits the GUIDE Plus+ Gold menu system. (0-9) Number Buttons you Enters channel numbers, digitsfor DVb programming the remote, and time settings directly though the remote control. To enter a two-digit channel, press the two digits. To enter a three-digit channel, press and hold the first digit, release, then add the second two. For example: to tune to channel 123, press and hold 1, release, press 2, then press 3. channel lists(RCA, PROSCAN, ANTENNA Functions as TV/VCR button button in SAT.CABLE mode. AUX SAC,CAbLE _UTE S_IP © WHO.INPUT In TV mode, press to toggle through the available input sources (VIDI/SVID1, VID2/SVID2, current channel). In SAT mode, press to select available VCR2 &A°&& SOUND © GO BACK GUIDE and GE only). in VCR mode and TV/receiver REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, REC*VCR+, STOP, PAUSE If programmed, provides transport control for some remote-controllable VCRs, DVD players, laserdisc players, tape decks, and CD players. Pressing REC.VCR+ when using the GUIDE Plus+ system sets the VCR to record a program. PIP Brings up the small picture-in-picture window. Press again to remove the PIP window. If you have selected the option labelled Alternate with PIPwhite in the PIP Caption Display menu, then you will be able to toggle closed captioning between the main screen and the PIP window by pressing the PIP button. SWAP WHO.INPUT OO©O Swaps the main picture with the PIP window. CH CTRL Selects the picture window (that is, the main or PIP window) to be changed by the CH ^ (channel up), CH v (channel down), or WHO.INPUT buttons. RESET Resets picture quality controls to the Bright Lighting Picture Control Preset. Point and select to choose a different Picture Control Preset. Also used to reset the settings Controls menu. in a menu, such as the Parental Using Button the WHO.INPUT Use the WHO.INPUT button to toggle through the available and view the component you have connected to the TV. input sources 1. Press TV to place the remote in TV mode. Make sure that the component you want to view is turned on. 2. Press WHO,INPUT 3. Continue to tune to an available to press WHO,INPUT input source. to scroll through the input sources. Modes of Operation Because this universal remote can control several different components (DVD player, VCR, Cable Box, etc.), it uses operational modes triggered by the component buttons. For example if you want the remote to control the TV, you would press the TV button to put the remote into TV mode before you could control the TV. 23 Programming the Remote The universal remote can be programmed to control most brands of remote controllable VCRs, satellite receivers and cable boxes. The remote is already programmed to control most RCA, GE and PROSCAN TVs, VCRs, DVD players, laserdisc players and satellite receivers. Testing the Remote To determine whether turn a device ON, such the VCR1 button. Then (channel down) to see not, the remote needs the universal remote needs to be programmed, as a VCR, point the remote at the VCR, and press press ON.OFF or CH ^ (channel up) or CH v if the VCR responds to the remote commands. If to be programmed. Programming Using Automatic The following the Remote Code Search instructions can be used to program the remote to control each of the devices connected to your TV. If you want to exit the automatic code search without programming any of your devices, press and hold CLEAR until the LED turns off. 1, Turn on the device you want to control (VCR, SAT, etc.). 2. Press and hold the button you want to program (VCR1, VCR2, etc.). While holding the device button, press and hold ON*OFF until the the AUX button i this will model. I work Note: with Programming the remote not S red light on the remote 3, turns on, then release both buttons. Press and release PLAY, then wait 5 seconds or until the LED stops flashing. At this point the remote is searching for the correct code to program. If, after 5 seconds, the device you want to control does not turn off, press PLAY again to tell the remote set of codes. DW vc_2 _ux SA_.CA_tE &&°&& CH ÷ to search the next Continue pressing PLAY until the device turns off or you have searched through all of the codes. There are 20 total sets of codes. If the device does not turn off after pressing PLAY 20 times, then the remote cannot control that particular device. If the device you want to control doesturn off: 1. Press and release REVERSE,then wait 2 seconds. Repeat this step until the device turns back ON. 2. To finish, press and hold STOP until the red light on the remote turns off. Using Direct Entry 24 1. Turn on the component to be programmed. 2. Look up the brand and code number(s) for the component on the code list on the last page of this section, Using the Remote. 3. Press and hold the button on the remote you want to program. You'll use these buttons when you program the remote to control any device. The remote may not operate all models of all brands. 1 4. Enter the code from the code list. 5. Release button, and then press ON.OFF to see if the component responds to the remote commands. If it doesn't, try pressing the component button and then ON.OFF again. 6. If you get no response, repeat these steps using the next code listed for your brand, until the component responds to the remote commands. Using the Remote to Control Once the remote has been programmed use it to control your devices. a Device successfully, you are ready to To operate the device: 1. Press the device button (TV, VCR1, VCR2, DVD, AUX, or SAT.CABLE) to set the remote to control the device. 2. Press ON.OFF to turn the device ON or ore 3. Use the remote Modes of buttons that apply to that device. Operation Because this universal remote can control several different components (DVD player, VCR, Cable Box, etc.) it uses operational modes triggered by the component buttons. For example, if you want the remote to control the TV, you would press the TV button to put the remote into TV mode before you could control the TV. Front Panel If you cannot locate your remote you can use the front panel of your TV to operate many of the TV's features. MENU Brings up the Main menu. When in the menu system, it selects highlighted items. Also returns you to the previous menu. MENU CHV _ VOL-- VOL+ POWER I CH v Scans down through the current channel list. In the menu system, it points down to items and adjusts menu controls. CH ^ Scans up through the channel list. In the menu system, it points up to items and adjusts menu controls. VOL - Decreases the volume. When in the menu system, VOL - is used to point left to items and adjust menu controls. VOL + Increases the volume. When in the menu system, VOL + is used to point right to items and adjust menu controls. POWER Turns the TV on and off. The front panel above shows a typical button layout. The exact look of the buttons may be different from those on the front of your T_Z The Front Panel Block feature disables all front panel buttons if Parental Controls are locked. For more information, see Parental Control, in the Features and Menus section. 25 | Admiral ......................................................................... 2131 Adventura ..................................................................... 2026 Aiko ............................................................................... 2027 Aiwa .................................................................... 2002, 2026 Akai ....2003, 2004, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2111,2112, 2113 American High ............................................................ 2021 Asha ............................................................................... 2013 Audio Dynamics .............................................. 20_9, 2010 Audiovox ...................................................................... 2014 Belt & Howelt ............................................................... 2011 Beaumark ..................................................................... 2013 Broksonic .......................................................... 2012, 2025 Calix .............................................................................. 2014 Candle ....... 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017,2018, 2019 Canon ...................................................... 2021, 2022, 2114 Capehart ............................................................ 2020, 2110 Carver ........................................................................... 2062 CCE .................................................................... 2027, 2061 Citizen2013, 7014, 2010, 7016, 7017, 2018,2019,2027 Cotortyme ................................................................... 2009 Colt ................................................................................ 2061 Craig ............................................. 2013, 2014, 2023, 2061 Curtis-Mathes ...........................2000, 2002, 2009, 2013, ................................. 2016,2018,2021,2022,2024,2116 Cybernex ...................................................................... 2013 Daewoo .... 2015 2017, 2019 2025 2026, 2027 2028 .... 211_ Daytron ......................................................................... 2110 Dbx ..................................................................... 2009, 2010 Dimensia ....................................................................... 2000 Dynatech ........................................................... 20_2, 2026 Electrohome ..................................................... 2014, 2029 Electrophonic .............................................................. 2014 Emerson ................................................. 2002, 2012,2014, ............2010, 2021, 2024, 2025,2026,2029, 2030, 2032, 2033, 2034, 2039, 2036, 2037, 2038, 2039, 2040, 2041, 2042, 2044, 2045, 2047, 2065, 2105, 2113, 2116, 2117, 2130 Fisher• 2011, 2023, 2048, 2049,2050,2051, 2052,2118 Fuji ...................................................................... 2021,2119 Funai ................................................................... 20_2, 2026 Garrard ......................................................................... 2026 GE....2000,2001,2013,2021,2022,2053,2110,2120 Goldstar ............................2009,2014,2018,2054,2121 Gradiente ..................................................................... 2026 Harley Davidson ......................................................... 2026 Harman Kardon .......................................................... 2009 Harwood ...................................................................... 2061 Headquarter ................................................................ 2011 Hitachi2002,2050,2056,2057,2107,2111,2120,2122 HI-Q .............................................................................. 2023 Instant Replay .............................................................. 2021 ]CL ................................................................................. 2021 ]CPenney .............2009,2010,2011,2013,2014,2021, .......... 2022,2055,2050,2058,2059,2060,2107,2118 ]ensen ...................................................... 2055,2056,2111 )VC ...............2009,2010,2011,2018,2058,2111,2123 Konwood .............. 2009 2010,2011,2016,2018,2058 211 ,212_ KLH ............................................................................... 2061 Kodak ................................................................. 2014,2021 Lloyd ................................................................... 2002,2026 Logik .............................................................................. 2061 LXi ................................................................................. 2014 Magnavox....2021,2022,2062,2063,2104,2108,2124 Magoin ........................................................................... 2013 Marantz .................................................. 2009,2010,2011, .................................. 2016,201&2021,2058,2062,2064 Marta ............................................................................. 2014 Masushita ...................................................................... 2021 MEI ................................................................................. 2021 Memorex .......................................................... 2002,2011, .....................2013, 2014, 2021, 2023, 2026, 2104, 2131 MGA ........................................................ 2029, 2066, 2113 MGN Technology ........................................................ 2013 Midland ......................................................................... 2053 Minolta .................................................... 2055,2056,2107 Mitsubishi.. 2029,2050,2056,2065,2066,2067,206_ .......... 2070, 2071,2072,2073,2074,2106,2113,2123 MontgomeryWard .......................................... 2075,2131 Motorola ........................................................... 2021,2131 MTC ........................................................ 2002,2013,2026 26 Multitech ................. 2002, 2013, 2016, 2026, 2063, 2061 NEC .................................... 2009, 2010, 2011,2016, 2018, .......................2050,2064,2076,2078,2079,2111,2123 Nikko ............................................................................... 2014 Noblex ............................................................................ 2013 Olympus ......................................................................... 2021 OpRmus ............................................................... 2014, 2131 Optonica ......................................................................... 2096 Orion .............................................................................. 2036 Panasonic ................. 2021, 2022, 2109, 2125, 2126, 2127 Pentax ................................. 2016, 2056, 2066, 2107, 2120 Pentex Research ........................................................... 2018 Philco .............................................. 2021, 2022, 2062, 2063 Philips ............................................. 2021, 2062, 2096, 2124 Pilot ................................................................................. 2014 Pioneer ................................ 2010, 2060, 2080, 2081, 2123 Portland .........................................2016, 2017, 2019, 2110 PROSCAN .......................................................... 2000, 2001 Protec .............................................................................. 2061 Pulsar ............................................................................... 2104 Quarter .......................................................................... 2011 Quartz ............................................................................. 2011 Quasar ...................................................... 2021, 2022, 2125 RCA .................................... 2000, 2001, 2003, 2013, 2021, ..............2055, 2056, 2082, 2083, 2084,2085, 2086,2087, ..............2088,2089,2090,2091,2107,2115,2120,2125 RadieshacldRealistic .................... 2002,2011,2013,2014 • 2021,2022,2023,2026,2029,2049,2050,2096,2131 Radix ................................................................................ 2014 Randex ............................................................................ 2014 Ricoh ............................................................................... 2128 Runco .............................................................................. 2104 Samsuog ...................2005,2013,2016,2033,2063,2112 Sanky .................................................................... 2131,2104 Sansui ............................................. 2010,2092,2111,2123 Sango ......................................................... 2011,2013,2023 Scott,..2012,2015,2026,2032,2036,2038,2066,_3g Sears .................................... 2011, 2014, 2021,2023, 2048, .........................?049, 2050, 2061, 2065, 2050, 2107, 2118 Sharp ..............2002, 2017, 2029, 2094, 2095, 2096, 2131 Shintom .......................................... 20_4, 2056, 2061, 2098 Shogun ............................................................................ 2013 Signature ............................................................. 20_2, 2131 Singer ......................................................... 2021, 2061, 2128 Sony ..........................20_2, 2004, 2098, 2099, 2119, 2128 STS ........................................................................ 202% 2107 Sylvania 2002, 2021, 2022, 2026, 2062, 2063, 2065, 2124 Symphonic ........................................................... 2002, 2026 Tandy .................................................................... 2002, 2011 Tashiko ............................................................................ 2014 Tatung ................................................................... 205& 2111 TEAC ...................................2002, 2026, 2058, 2085, 2111 Technics ............................................................... 2021, 2109 Teknika .....................2002, 2014, 2021, 2026, 2100, 2129 TMK ........................................................... 2013, 2024, 2047 Toshiba ...........2015, 2049, 2061, 2055, 2065, 2093, 2116 ToteVision ........................................................... 2013, 2014 Unitech ........................................................................... 2013 Vector Research ..........................2009, 2010, 2015, 2016 Victor .............................................................................. 2010 Video Concepts ................2009, 2010, 2015, 2016, 2113 Videosonic ..................................................................... 2013 Wards ........... 2002, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2021, 2023, 2026, .. 2029, 2059, 2050, 2061, 2096, 2101, 2102, 2103, 2107, 2110,2131 XR-IO00 ................................................... 2021, 2026, 2061 Yamaha .....................2009, 2010, 2011, 2018, 2068, 2111 Zenith ..................................2004, 2098, 2104, 2119, 2128 Garrard .................................................................................. 5011 GC Electronics ..................................................................... 5009 Gemini ............................................................. 5018, 5019, 5049 General instrument ............................................................ 5003 Hamlin ........................................ 6020, 6021, 6022, 5036, 5045 Hitachi .................................................................................... 5003 Hytex ...................................................................................... 5002 }asco ....................................................................................... 5011 ]errold ...... 5003, 6006, 5007,501& 5023, 6024, 5046, 5063 Magoavox ............................................................................... 6026 Memorex ............................................................................... 6026 Movie Time ..................................................... 6002, 6027, 6028 NSC .................................................................. 5002, 5027, 5028 Oak .................................................................... 5002,5016, 5029 Panasonic .................................................................... 5048, 5052 Paragon .................................................................................. 5026 PM_ips....... 5011, 5012, 5013, 6019, 5026, 5030, 5031, 5032 Pioneer ........................................................................ 5033, 5034 Pulsar ...................................................................................... 5026 RCA .................................................................. 5047, 5049, 5052 Realistic ....................................................................... 5009, 5049 Regat ............................................................................ 5022, 5035 Regency ................................................................................. 5017 Rembrandt ............................................................................ 6003 Runco ..................................................................................... 5026 5amsung ...................................................................... 5014, 5034 Scientific ARanta ..................................5006, 5036, 5037, 5038 5igoat ............................................................................ 5014, 5018 Signature ................................................................................ 6003 5L Marx .................................................................................. 5014 Sprucer .................................................................................. 5052 Starcom ............................................................ 5007, 5018, 5053 Stargate ....................................................................... 5014, 5018 Starquest ................................................................................ 5018 Tandy ...................................................................................... 5040 Teleview ................................................................................. 50!4 Tocom .............................................................. 5004, 5023, 5041 Toshiba ................................................................................... 5026 Tusa ......................................................................................... 6018 TV86 ....................................................................................... 5027 Unika ................................................................ 5008, 5009, 5011 United Artists ....................................................................... 5002 United Cable ........................................................................ 5053 Universal ............................................... 6008, 5009, 5010, 5011 Videoway ............................................................................... 6044 Viewstar ................................................ 6016, 5025, 5027, 5040 Zenith ............................................................... 5026, 5050, 5091 Chapparal ................................................................... 5056, 5067 Drake .......................................................................... 5068,5069 GE ................................................................................ 5000,5001 Generat_nstuments ....................................... 5060,5061,5062 Panasonic ............................................................................... 5075 Primestar ............................................................................... 5076 PROSCAN ................................................................. 5000,5001 RCA ............................................................................. 5000,5001 Realistic .................................................................................. 5063 Sony ........................................................................................ 5072 5TS1 ........................................................................................ 6064 5T62 ........................................................................................ 6065 5T63 ........................................................................................ 6066 5T64 ........................................................................................ 6067 Toshiba ................................................................................... 5068 Toshiba ................................................................................... 5073 Uniden .................................................................................... 5069 f.,wm't_ AI3C ................5002, 5003, 5004, 6000, 5006, 5007, 5053 Antronix .............................................................. 5008, 5009 Archer ............................................ 5008, 5009, 5010, 5011 Cabletenna ..................................................................... 5008 Cableview ....................................................................... 0008 Century .......................................................................... 5011 Citizen ............................................................................. 5011 Cotour Voice ....................................................... 5012, 5013 Comtronics ......................................................... 5014, 5015 Contec ............................................................................ 5016 Eastern ............................................................................ 6017 (For RCA and Dimel_sia brands only) AM/EM ................................................................................... 4003 Aux ......................................................................................... 4004 Phono ..................................................................................... 4005 CD .......................................................................................... 4007 Tape ........................................................................................ 4000 the MENU SYSTEM This section explores the menus of your TVIbeginning some information on using menus and control panels. Each menu is then outlined and special features help you get the most from your TV. with are detailed V to V V 4 Using the Menu System V V 27 Menus and Control Panels Using the buttons on both the remote and front panel enable you to access and make changes to the menus, control panels, and choice lists. Menus and choice lists use the point and select rule to navigate, but control panels use a variety of methods to adjust features on your TV. The following pages detail how to use these controls to customize the functions 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: Menus take you to another menu or a control to select a choice in a menu: panel. There are two ways Point with the arrows and then select with MENU or OK. Press a number button on the remote. For example, menu press 3 to go straight to the Screen menu. Exiting in the Main a menu There are three ways to exit a menu: Point to Exit and press MENU or OK. Press 0 on the remote. Press CLEAR. The on-screen displays are cleared from the screen and you return to TV viewing. • Feel 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. i 28 ] Control Panels VCK_ ON'OFF TV >CC> <3 &&°&& Control panels allow you to adjust the default settings on many features of your TV. You can choose a setting, enter a number, or adjust a level such as tint or brightness. There are three types of control panels: sliders, choice lists, and numeric entry. OVD VCR2 AUX SAT. CABL_ MUTE SIC> 0©©0 A To ensure that your first download of data is complete, you should leave your TV off overnight. Downloads occur several times a day. The TVmust be turned off for GUIDE Plus+ Gold data to download. If the TV loses power or is unplugged, GUIDE Plus+ Gold program information may be lost. When power is restored, make sure the setup information is still correct. The GUIDE Plus+ Gold program will complete a download at the next available time. Channel Mapping If more than one cable company services your area, you may be prompted with a Channel Mapping screen after the first GUIDE Plus+ Gold download. You will need to identify your cable company by selecting the correct channel numbers for the stations in question. Use the left and right arrows to change the channel group and press OK when the correct channel group is highlighted. The Different GUIDE Plus+ Gold System Menus The GUIDE Plus+ Gold system offers six different options on the Menu bar: GRID, SORT, NEWS, SCHEDULE, MESSAGES, EDITOR and SETUE To access the Menu bar: 1. 2. 3. 4. Press GUIDE to bring up the GUIDE Plus+ Gold screen. Press MENU or use the up and down arrows to highlight the Menu bar. The Grid Guide comes up by default. Use the left and right arrows to access other menus. Press OK, MENU, or use the down arrow to see the menu options. Since the program information provided by the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system is based on your locale, you will need to run Setup again if you move. ) 39 Grid Guide The Grid Guide appears each time you enter the GUIDE Plus+ Gold menu system. It displays the current programming for each channel. The live program is displayed in the video window. Use the up and down arrows to browse channel listings and CH ^Iv to page through listings. Use the right and left arrows to browse future program listings. GUIDE Plus+ Gold screens illustrated in / this book are representations of what you are likely to see. Not all channels, programs, and GUIDE Plus+ Gold information depicted will be available in your area. New features and options can be downloaded to the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system, so these too are subject to change. 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 to the original channel. Press GUIDE to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and tune to the channel in the view window. Grid Guide Action Grid Guide Action Buttons I Buttons Grid Guide Menu Selection Action buttons will change according to where you are in the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system. Be sure to look at the action bar before pressing the command numbers. When highlighting the Channel listings, the following are available on the bar: Action buttons Watch Press 1 on the remote to place a timer in the Schedule for the TV to turn on and tune to the program highlighted in the Channel listing. When the TV turns on, the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system will automatically appear with the scheduled program highlighted and tuned in the View window. Go To Press 2 on the remote to bring up the direct dial box and enter the number of the channel you want. This will highlight the channel and current program in the channel listing of the Grid Guide. Press OK to tune to the highlighted channel. If the view window is unlocked, you can press GUIDE to 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 TV will not cause the cable box channel to change while recording. The Program information window will display a confirmation when you have successfully created a timer to watch or record. If you have selected two programs to watch or record which begin at the same time or overlap, you will receive a timer conflict message. The GUIDE Plus+ Gold system will not schedule a conflicting timer, therefore you must choose between the two programs. When highlighting the Channel names (the left column on the Channel listing), the following Action buttons are available on the bar: 4O ] _ w_, _ux S_.CABLC o6o Action Button command numbers qssC> '0 0 0 OOOO Lock/Unlock Press 1 to lock or unlock the video window to either stay at one channel as you browse the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system (lock) or change as you browse through different channels (unlock). The PIP button on the remote also toggles between the locked and unlocked states. The PIP button on the remote also toggles etween the locked and unlocked state. 3 / J Go To Press 2 on the remote to bring up the direct dial box and enter the number of the channel you want. This will highlight the channel and current program in the channel listing of the Grid Guide. Press OK to tune to the highlighted channel. If the view window is unlocked, you can press GUIDE to tune to the channel. Sort The Sort Menu lets you browse programs by category. The channel to which you are currently tuned is displayed in the video window. To sort: 1. Press MENU on the remote to highlight 2, Use the arrows to highlight Sort. When Sort is highlighted for the first time, the Movies category is displayed. Thereafter, the last category used becomes the default. A listing of subcategories is displayed below the category name. Sort Menu Action Buttons the Menu bar. 3. Use the up and down arrows to highlight example, highlight All and press OK. 4, When the listing comes up, All Movies are displayed. Use the up and down arrows to browse the list one at a time. Use CH ^ and CHv Sort Menu - Categories a subcategory. For to browse through the list one page at a time. You can also view the next seven days' programming by pressing the right arrow. 5. Select MENU to return to the menu bar, or press GUIDE or CLEAR to exit the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system. Sort Menu Action Buttons When viewing the results of a Sort, the following appear on the bar: Action buttons will Watch Press 1 on the remote to place a timer in the Schedule, and then follow the online help for further options. Placing a timer in the Schedule will cause the TV to turn on and tune to the program highlighted in the Channel listing at the predetermined time. When the TV turns on, the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system will automatically appear with the scheduled program highlighted and tuned in the View window. 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 TV will not cause the cable box channel to change while recording. setup you specified that you have a VCR. If you do not, the RECORD option will not I bee sure that during the GUIDE Plus+ Gold available. J | 41 The program information window will display a confirmation when you have successfully created a timer to watch or record. If you have selected two programs to watch or record which begin at the same time or overlap, you will receive a timer conflict message. The GUIDE Plus+ Gold system will not schedule a conflicting the two programs. timer; you must choose between News The News Menu lets you browse current news stories by headline. 1. Press Menu on the remote to highlight 2. Use the arrows to highlight 3. Use the up and down arrows to highlight the Menu bar. News News. Menu Selection a story. • Use the up and down arrows to browse the list one at a time. Use CH^ and CHv to browse through the list one page at a time. 4. Press the right to see full text. 5. Select Menu to return to the menu bar, or press GUIDE or CLEAR to exit the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system. Schedu Ie The Schedule menu lets you create timers for either viewing or recording programs. The GUIDE Plus+ Gold system allows one-button recording if you have connected the IR controller to your VCR. See the Setup and Connections section of this manual for more details on connecting the IR controller. To schedule a program Press GUIDE to bring 2. 3. Highlight a program within the Channel listing. Select Watch or Record from the Action buttons then automatically up the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system. bar. The timer is logged into the Schedule menu. If you select Record, make sure to place a blank tape in the VCR. The program information window will display a confirmation have successfully created a timer to watch or record. 1. Press GUIDE to bring 2. Press MENU to highlight 3. Use the arrows to highlight 4. Use the up and down arrows to highlight edit. Then use the Schedule Menu Action next section. Schedule Menu Action Buttons when you To remove or change the frequency (daily, once, or weekly) of a scheduled event, access the Schedule Menu from the Menu bar. 42 Story to watch or record: 1. 4. Sample News up the GUIDE Plus+ system. the Menu bar. the Schedule menu selection. the program you want to Buttons as described in the Schedule - Menu Selection Schedule Menu Action Buttons When viewing the Schedule menu the following appear on the bar: Action buttons will Remove Highlight the Watch or Record timer you wish to remove from the schedule and press 1 on the remote. Change Highlight the Watch or Record timer you wish to change and press 3 on the remote to toggle the frequency between the following choices: DAILY Friday. records the same program ONCE records only on that day. WEEKLY records the program each day Monday through flf you have selected two programs to watch or record which begin at the same time or overlap, you wilt recieve a time conflict message, the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system will not schedule a conflicting timer, therefore you must choose between the two programs. k. each week at the same time. Messages Action Buttons Messages I Occasionally you will receive messages regarding your GUIDE Plus+ Gold system, as well as special programming information. You can access these messages from the Message Menu on the Menu bar. Messages Menu To read messages: 1. Press MENU on the remote to select the Menu bar. 2. Use the arrows to highlight 3. Highlight arrows. 4, Press INFO to display the full text of the message. If the text the Messages menu selection. the message you wish to read by using the up and down continues beyond the screen, press INFO to view the next page of text. Once you have reached the end of the message, pressing INFO closes the expanded information and returns you to the Messages screen. 5. Then use the Messages Menu Action Button as described section. Messages Menu Action Button When viewing the Messages menu the following appear on the bar: Remove Highlight the remote. in the next Action button will the message you wish to delete and press 1 on 43 Editor You may customize the channel listing by enabling or disabling the display of certain channels. For instance, you may disable channels that you never watch. You can restore disabled channels at a later point in time. 1. Press GUIDE to bring up the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system. 2. Press MENU to highlight 3. Use the right and left arrows to highlight 4. Use the up and down arrows to select a channel. the Menu bar. Then use the Editor Menu Action Editor Menu Action Expanded Editor Menu Selection in the next section. Buttons Action buttons are Press 1 on the remote to cancel any changes made since the Editor Menu. Change Press 2 on the remote the highlighted channel line. On/Off between the Editor menu selection. Buttons as described While browsing the Editor menu, the following available on the bar: Cancel entering Editor Menu Action Buttons to change the channel number for Press 3 on the remote to toggle On and Off. the state of the channel Information To view more information about a program, advertisement or special, highlight the channel listing or ad/show information box and press the INFO button. Requesting more information about a particular show will also display the PlusCode programming number and the Shows on Next for that channel. Pressing INFO while highlighting an ad panel will fill the screen with any additional and/or promotional information regarding that particular program. Pressing the INFO button 44 again exits the expanded information screen. Ad/Show Information Troubleshooting Troubles sometimes are caused by simple "faults" that you can correct without a service technician. Here are a few basic remedies: Program information does not download Review your setup information The TV must be off to download overnight, area. and make sure it is correct, information. Leave your TV off for at least 10 hours, to receive a download for your If you are using a cable box, make sure the cable box is on in order to receive program information. If you are using a VCR, make sure the VCR is off in order to receive program information. Scheduled Watch or Record does not occur Check Schedule for timer conflicts. Check that IR controllers remote sensor, are attached securely and directly over the Make sure there is a tape in the VCR and that the VCR is properly connected. Channel Marker There are several indicators that may come up when you press the TV, INFO, PIP or SWAP button, This display is called the Channel Marker. 12:01 Displays the current time. CC Displayed when Closed Captioning channel. is available ESPN Displays the label assigned to the current 60 Displays the current channel or input channel. channel up and down changes this channel. Mute (or Stereo) Stereo is displayed Stereo, on the current channel. If yellow, pressing Mute is displayed when you mute the audio. when the current channel is broadcasting in SAP Displayed when the current channel is broadcasting (Second Audio Program) information, SAP PIP 59 (PIP Chart) Displays the current PIP channel, If yellow, pressing channel up and down changes the PIP channel. Locked Displayed when Parental Controls will be displayed Sleep when Parental Controls are locked, "Unlocked" are unlocked. Displayed when the Sleep Timer has been set. 00:00 Displayed to count down time left on the commercial (SKIP) timer. skip Sample displays on a Channel Market: 45 PiP (Picture-in-Picture) Operation _vD vcR_ _ux SAT,CAbLE The PIP (picture-in-picture) feature lets you display a second, smaller picture on top of the main picture. PIP Buttons There are four remote works: buttons that control the way the PIP window PIP Brings up the PIP window. Press PIP again to remove the window. If you have selected the option labelled Alternate with PIPwhile in the PIP Caption Display menu, then you will be able to toggle closed captioning between the main screen and the PIP window by pressing the PIP button. MOVE buttons the screen. Let you move the PIP window to different -- Move buttons areas of _EVE_SE _LA¥ _RWAR_ SWAP Switches, or "swaps," main picture. the video from the PIP window with the CH CTRL (Channel Control) Lets you switch channel control between the PIP window and the main picture. To determine whether you are controlling the PIP or the main picture, bring up the Channel Marker (detailed on the following page). The yellow channel number is the one you are controlling. For instance, press PIP to bring up the PIP window. You can change channels by entering digits or pressing the CH^/v. When you press the CH CTRL, the channel control switches to the main picture. You can now change channels in the main picture by entering digits or pressing CH^/v. PIP buttons Press CH CTRL again to return the channel control to the PIP window. Two Tips for Using PIP Buttons Skip to PIP: Channel Surfing in the Main You can surf through the channels during SKiP and CH (channel) buttons. commercial breaks using the 1. Press SKiP to set the commercial window. 2. Press the CH ^ or CH v buttons to surf through the channels in the main picture. When the SKIP feature times out, the main picture will tune to the original channel automatically. Channel Surfing skip timer and bring up the PIP You can program the TV to tune to a specific channel when you press the VCR1 SAT.CABLE, DVD and VCR2 buttons. This is an easy way to tune the PIP window to the correct video input channel. Check out the auto tuning feature in the Interactive Setup and Using the Menus sections. in the PIP Window You can use the PIP window 46 Picture to surf through channels as well. 1. Press PIP to bring up the PIP window. 2. Press the CH ^ or CHv buttons. The TV begins displaying each channel in the PIP window. If you see a channel that interests you, press SWAP. channels in the PIP window, and when you find a channel you like, press SWAP to display that channel in the main picture, the current channel to A typical sending use of SWAP is to scan through the PIP window. Parental Controls and V-Chip The Parental Controls 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 Parental Controls menu involve software inside your TV (dubbed V-Chip) which allows you to "block" TV programs and movies based on violence, sex, or other content you may believe children should not view. In other words, it lets you program your TV so it will not display certain programs. Once you block programs, you or other adults are not limited to only parent-approved programs; you can "unblock" programs by entering a password. The software inside your TV comes turned implement it, you can just ignore it. When turned "on," the software "off," so if you choose not to reads a code that most broadcasters send with programs. That code tells the software the program's age-based rating (TV-MA, TV-14, etc.) and content 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 for viewing," when you turn to that particular channel. Broadcasters are not required to provide content themes, so programs received with no content themes will only be blocked if you block their agebased rating. You can also block out programs that have been given a rating of "Not Rated," and programs that are considered "unrated" because no code has been sent by the broadcaster. The TV age-based Age-Based Rating TV-MA TV-14 TV-PG TV-G TV-Y7 TV-Y ratings and content Description themes you can block are listed in the table below. and Content Themes for Age-Based Ratings Mature Audience Only. Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and may be unsuitable for children under 17. It contains one or more of the following content themes: graphic violence explicit sexual activity (S), or crude indecent language (L). (V), Parents Strongly Cautioned. Contains some material that many parents would find unsuitable for children under 14. Parents are strongly urged to exercise greater care in monitoring this program and are cautioned against letting children under the age of 14 watch unattended. This program contains one or more of the following content themes: intense violence (V), intense sexual situations (S), strong coarse language (L), or intensely suggestive dialogue (D). Parental Guidance Suggested. Contains material that parents may find unsuitable for younger children. Many parents may want to watch it with their younger children. The program contains one or more of the following content themes: moderate violence (V), some sexual situations (S), infrequent coarse language (L), or some suggestive dialogue (D). General Audience. Most parents would find this program suitable for all ages. It contains little or no violence (V), no strong language (L) and little or no sexual dialogue (D) or situations (S). Directed to Children 7 years and older. Designed for children ages 7 and above. It may be more appropriate for children who have acquired the developmental skills needed to distinguish between make-believe and reality. Themes and elements in this program may include mild fantasy violence (FV) or comedic violence, or may frighten children under the age of 7. All Children. Themes and elements in this program are designed for a young audience, children from ages 2-6. It is not expected to frighten younger children. including 47 V-ChipTV Rating Limit The V-Chip TV Rating Limit lets you decide what TV programs cannot be viewed. To set TV programming 1. Choose Parental can and limits: Controls 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 message reminding you that your limits will not be effective until you lock Parental Controls. 2. Press MENU to continue. 3. Highlight 4. Once you get to the V-Chip TV Rating Limit screen, use the arrows and OK on your remote to change the status of a TV program rating or content theme from View to Block. and select V-Chip TV Rating Limit. The following sections give you more details about how to change the status of TV program limits. The Ratings Limits Screen Below is an example of where items are located within Rating the Rating Limits screen. Field Lets you select from a list of age_based ratings you can block or view. Rating Status Field Lets you select whether based rating the status of the age- limit to the left is View or Block. Content Themes Lists the content themes you can block or view, Content Fields Status Lets you select which content themes to view for the selected rating, and whether the status of the content I Rating currently Settings Area Lets you see the current block/view associated content. ratings and The View (V) settings are coded in green, and is View (V) or Block (B). state of age-based the Block (B) settings are coded in red. 48 theme Blocking Age-Based Ratings You can automatically block all program ratings above a specified age-based rating level. For example, if you only want your child to watch programs that have a TV-G rating and lower (in other words, you want the child to watch TV-G, TV-Y7, and TV-Y), then you need to block out other programming with higher ratings. To block programs rating to Block, the system will automatically block higher ratings and corresponding Whenall you change the content status of a themes, J | with higher ratings: 1. First, determine to watch. the lowest level rating you do not want the child 2, Use the left and right arrows to highlight 3. Use the up and down arrows 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. the Rating Field. In the example discussed above, you would scroll through the rating field until TV-PG appears, since the highest rating you want the child to watch is TV-G. Hierarchy Age-Based Ratings TV-MA Mature Use the right arrow to move the yellow highlight status field. 5. Press the up or down arrow to toggle between View and Block. The status for the rating listed to the left and all higher ratings automatically changes to Block (and B). Rating status Audience Only TV-14 4. of to the rating Parents Strongly Cautioned TV-PG Parental Guidance Suggested TV-G General Audience TV-Y7 Directed to Children field 7 years and older Rating field 6, Content status TV-Y Press MENU or OK on the remote to return to the menu or exit the screen when you are finished. 7. Select Lock Parental Controls All Children from the Parental Controls menu. Enter a password, and if you have not already set your password, you will be prompted to enter it again to confirm. [ Pressing RESET on the remote will reset all ratings to View and V. l J 49 Viewing Age-Based Ratings After you block age-based ratings, you have the option some of the ratings back to View. 1. Determine Rating which blocked rating you want to view. Content 2. Use the left and right arrows to highlight 3. Use the up and down arrows to select the rating whose status is Block. 4. Press the right arrow status field. 5. Press the up or down arrows to toggle to move the yellow Specific Content highlight between View and Block. I Parental Controls for rating limits Youtake must remember to Lock 1 to effect. Themes 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. Content Themes D Sexually Explicit Dialogue L Adult Language S Sexual Situations V Violence FV Fantasy Violence content: 1. Determine the lowest level of content child to watch. 2, Use the left and right arrows to highlight 3. Use the up and down arrows 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 to watch appears. (In the example above, you would the TV-PG rating appeared.) you do not want the the Rating Field. scroll through the ratings until 4, Press the right arrow to move the highlight to the field corresponding with the content theme you wish to block out. 5. Press the up or down arrow to change content status from Vto B. All higher ratings' content theme will automatically change to B. 5O fields to the rating You can block programs based on their content. (Content is represented by the D, L, S, V, and FV on your screen. See the beginning of this section for details.) When you block a content theme for a particular rating, you automatically block that content theme for higher rated programs as well. To block program status the Rating Field. Note that the content status fields corresponding to the unblocked rating become Viewas well. They and the age-based rating status are the only fields that automatically change back to Viewwhen you complete this process. Blocking Rating status field of changing Broadcasters are not required to provide content themes or agebased ratings. Programs received with no content themes will only be blocked if you block their agebased rating. Rating status field I Raring field 6. Press MENU or OK to return Viewing Specific Content -- Content themes -- Content status fields to the menu or exit the screen. Themes If you block specific content themes, you have the option changing some of the content themes back to View (V): the content Parental Controls for rating limits Youtake to must effect. remember to Lock 1 of going back and 1, Determine themes you want to change to View (V). 2. Use the left and right arrows to highlight 3. Use the up and down arrows to scroll through the age-based ratings until the rating whose content theme you want to change to View [ Pressing RESETon the remote will reset all ratings to View and _Z | J the Rating Field. appears. 4, Press the right arrow to move the yellow highlight to a particular content theme status, such as the B under language (L) corresponding with TV-14. 5. Press the up or down arrows to change its status back to t4 Your child would then be able to watch programs with TV-14 adult language content, but not programs with TV-PG or TV-MA language content. Rating status field Rating field -- Content themes -- Content status fields Note that only the content theme status corresponding to TV-14 language (L) changes to View (V). Higher rated content themes, such as that for TV-MA language, do not change. 51 V-Chip Movie Rating Limit You set movie rating limits by blocking Blocking Ratings Movie movies rated above a specified level. 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. Highlight the rating field and press the up and down arrows to find the rating that is the lowest rating you do not want the child to watch. (tn the example above, you would point to the rating status button corresponding to PG-13, since the highest rating you want the child to watch is PG.) 2. Use the right arrow to highlight the rating status field. Press the up and down arrows to change the button from Viewto Block. All higher ratings' Viewbuttons will automatically change to Block. Rating field Rating status field 3. Press OK to return to 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. See the section Locking Parental Controls. Viewing Movie Ratings After you block movie ratings, you have the option rating status buttons back to View: of changing Highlight the rating field and press the up and down arrows to find the rating you want to view. 2. Use the right arrow to highlight the rating status field. Press the up and down arrows to change the button from Block to View. For example, if movies with a rating of PG-13 and higher are blocked, you can change the rating status button corresponding with NC-17. Your child would then be able to watch all movies with a G, PG, and NC-17 rating. Press MENU or OK to return to the menu or exit the screen, and be sure parental 52 J Rated (NR) rating. After blocking movie ratings, you must set NR to to be view NR a Not I I View Some separately movies may given movies. [ You must remember to Lock Parental Controls for rating limits to take effect. some of the 1. 3. % controls are locked (see the section Locking Parental Controls). Rating field Rating status field ] 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 Block All unrated programs are available. All unrated programs are not available. Don't forget to lock parental controls after you change the status of unrated program viewing. If you do not, the limit will not take effect. Channel Selecting Block this option View lets you decide what channels can be viewed. Makes the selected channel viewable. Block The front panel and remote CH (channel) buttons will tune only to channels that you have marked as View. You may tune to a blocked channel manually by using the number buttons and entering the correct password. Don't forget to lock parental controls after you change the status of Channel Block. If you do not, the channel block will not take effect. Front Panel Block Selecting this option lets you block (disable) or unbtock (enable) the TV's front panel. The remote still tunes to any channel. Front Panel Block can: Keep children from watching TV when the parent is not present. Keep small children from playing with the buttons. (When using this as a Parental Control method, you should remove access to any remote capable of controlling the front panel while you have the Front Panel blocked.) Don't forget to lock parental controls after you change the status. If you do not, the front panel block will not take effect. Lock/Unlock Selecting this option using a password. Parenta I Controls lets you lock and unlock parental controls settings If you do not lock parental controls, none of the settings Chip, Channel Block, or Front Panel Block will take effect. for V- If you forget your password, press and hold TV on the remote and the MENU button on the television simultaneously for 3 seconds. Parental controls will then unlock and you can re-enter a password via Lock Parental Controls. 53 Troubleshooting Troubles sometimes are caused by simple "faults" that you can correct without the help of a service technician. experience any difficulty with your TV, check a few basic remedies before calling your service technician. TV will not turn on Check to make sure it is plugged Check the wall receptacle Maybe batteries Maybe remote (or extension in remote control in. control cord) to make sure it is "live" by plugging in something else. are "dead." is not aimed at remote sensor. The front panel controls may be locked (disabled). Use the remote control to unlock the front panel controls selecting the Front Panel Block in the Parental Controls menu and choosing View. Controls don't with Maybe the remote the remote is not aimed directly is not in TV Mode. and the remote at the component Press the TV button sensor. (TV or VCR) you are trying to control. so remote will control TV. Maybe batteries in remote are weak, dead or installed incorrectly. Try replacing batteries, you may have to reprogram the remote to control other components.) batteries. Remove batteries and hold number 1 for at least 60 seconds to drain the microprocessor number 1, replace the batteries, and (if necessary) reprogram the remote. Guide by remote Maybe something is between Maybe remote by work If using remote control, make sure remote is in TV mode by first pressing TV button. The front panel controls may be locked (disabled). Use the remote control to unlock the front panel controls selecting the Front Panel Block in the Parental Controls menu and choosing View. Try unplugging set for two minutes and then plug it back in and turn it on again. Problems If you comes on when I turn (Note, if you remove the inside the remote. Release on TV The GUIDE Plus+ Gold system automatically comes up when you use the TV button on the remote to turn on the TV. You can turn off this feature by selecting GUIDE Plus+ Auto Display from the Gemstar GUIDE Plus+ Gold Menu, and setting it to Off. Turns off while Scheduled playing Off function may have been activated. Electronic protection circuit may have been activated because of a power surge. Wait 30 seconds and then turn on again. If this happens frequently, the voltage in your house may be abnormally high or low. TV Turns on unexpectedly Scheduled On or Watch from the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system may have been activated. Blank screen Maybe the component Try another connected to the input jacks is not turned on. channel. Press RESET,in case the picture controls are set too low. No sound, picture okay Maybe sound is muted. Try pressing volume up button Maybe speakers are turned If using an S-VHS component, INPUT jacks. 54 off. to restore sound. Check the Audio Output remember and Speakers control panel in the Audio menu. to also connect the component's L and R AUDIO OUT jacks to the TV's L and R Can't select certain channel Channel may be blocked or not approved in the Parental Controls menu. If using a VCR, check to make sure the TV/VCR button on the VCR is in the correct Noisy stereo reception May be a weak station. No picture, "mode." no sound Use SOUND button to change to mono mode instead of stereo. but TV is on Maybe the cable/air setting is set to the wrong position. To fix, select GUIDE Plus+ Gold Menu from the Main menu, select the Setup option, and provide the correct information on the following screens. Maybe a vacant channel is tuned. If watching VCR (connected only through antenna input), make sure TV is tuned to channel 3 or 4 - same as CH3/4 switch on VCR. Also check to make sure the TVNCR button on the VCR is in the correct "mode." Sound okay, picture Check antenna Try adjusting poor connections. sharpness function to improve weak signals. If the picture appears to have a double or triple image or if you notice rings or halos around objects, you may have to adjust the color convergence. Details can be found under the Screen menu heading in the "Using the Menu System" section of this manual (Projection TV only). Black box appears Captioning on the screen may be turned on. Check the Closed-Caption GUIDE Plus+ IR controllers may be interfering and are positioned correctly with the IR controller. GUIDE Plus+ Gold system control changing channels. Care panel in the Channel menu. not working Check to make sure the controllers Your remote Display control over the IR remote sensors. Place a piece of dark tape over the IR controller. of cable box is slower than direct control of the box itself. Keep this in mind when Cleaning CAUTION: Turn OFF your TV before cleaning. You can clean the TV as required, using a soft lint-free to help assure adequate ventilation. The TV's screen may be cleaned necessary, you may use a cloth cloth. Be sure to occasionally with a soft, lint-flee cloth as well. dampened with warm water. Never use strong cleaning agents, cleaners will damage the TV. such as ammonia-based cleaners, dust the ventilation Take care not to scratch or abrasive powder. slots in the cabinet or mar the screen. These types If of 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 vases with water on top of the TV. This could increase the risk of fire or shock hazard or damage to the TV. I screen. Such images include network logos, phone numbers, and video games. This damage is not covered by your auti°n: IfExtended fixed (n°n'm°ving) images are left °n the screen f°r should l°ng peri°ds' they may be permanently imprinted °n the 1 warranty. viewing of channels displaying these images be avoided. 55 RCA Di rect view tv(5"- 36' LIMITED WARRANTY What your warranty covers: Any defect in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: 90 days for labor charges. One year for parts. Two years for the picture tube. The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment whichever comes first. What we will to the rental firm, do: Pay any Authorized RCA Television Service Center the labor charges to repair your television. Pay any Authorized RCA Television Service Center for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement picture tube required to repair your television. parts and How you get service: For screen sizes of 26" and smaller: Take your RCA television to any Authorized RCA Television Service Center and pick up when repairs are complete. For screens sizes larger than 26": Request home service from any Authorized RCA Television Service Center, provided that your television is located within the geographic territory covered by an Authorized RCA Television Service Center. 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 to transport your television to and from your home. To identify your nearest Authorized RCA Television Service Center, ask your dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1800-336-1900. Show the Authorized Service Center Representative your sales receipt or other evidence of purchase date or first rental. What your warranty does not cover: Customer instruction. (Your Owner's Manual clearly describes how to install, adjust, and operate additional information should be obtained from your dealer.) Installation and related adjustments. Signal reception problems not caused by your television. Damage from misuse or neglect. Batteries. Customer replacement fuses. Images burnt onto the screen. A television that has been modified or incorporated into other products purposes. A television purchased or serviced outside the U.S.A. 56 or is used for institutional your television. Any or other commercial RCA PROJECTION TV WARRANTY What your warranty covers: Any defect in materials or workmanship, For how long after your purchase: One year for labor charges. One year for parts. Two years for picture tubes. The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment whichever comes first. What we will to the rental firm, do: Pay any Authorized RCA Television Service Center the labor charges to repair your television. Pay any Authorized RCA Television Service Center for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement picture tubes required to repair your television. parts and How you get service: Request home service from any Authorized RCA Television Service Center, provided that your television is located within the geographic territory covered by an Authorized RCA Television Service Center. 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 to transport your television to and from your home. To identify your nearest Authorized RCA Television Service Center, ask your dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-336-1900. Show the Authorized Service Center Representative your evidence of purchase date or first rental. What your warranty does not cover: Customer instruction. (Your Owner's Manual clearly describes how to install, adjust, and operate your television. additional information should be obtained from your dealer.) Installation and related adjustments. Any Signal reception problems not caused by your television. Damage from misuse or neglect. Batteries. Images burnt onto the screen. A television that has been modified or incorporated into other products purposes. A television purchased or serviced outside the U.S.A. Acts of God, such as but not limited to lightning or is used for institutional or other commercial damage. Product Registration: Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your television. It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage. How State Law relates to warranty: This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state. If you purchased This warranty your television does not apply. unit outside the United States: Contact your dealer for warranty information. 57 Accessory Information Antenna (or cable-TV) connections are made with either coaxial antenna cable or twin-lead cable. Coaxial cables are shielded so they are less susceptible to hum or interference from adjacent cables. Most audio/video connections between components can The following accessories are available electronics supply stores in case you want to position your components farther apart or need additional cables. Antenna Cables Screw-on -- Round 75-ohm coaxial cable Flat 300-ohm twin-lead Push-on Connector Cable round antenna attaches to the connectors (called 75-ohm F-type) on the back of your VCR or TV. The ends screw onto the Screw-on Coaxial Connector connectors for a secure connection. VH81 (3-ft) VH82 (6-ft) Push-on Cable attaches to the round antenna connectors (called 75-ohm F-type) on the back of your VCR or TV. Ends push on for a quick connection. cable be made with shielded audio and video cables that have RCA-type phono connectors, Audio/Video Cables VH89(6-_) Monaural VCR Dubbing Cable Standard Audio/Video cable with RCA-type phono plugs (such as No. VH83) Double cable that lets you connect the video and audiojacks of two VHS VCRs to duplicate tapes. Can also be used to connect a VCR to Color-Coded your TV. Cable is color-coded and shielded. Has RCA-type phono Jacks Thejacks on the TV's monitor panel are color-coded for ease of use. The videojacks are yellow, the right audio jacks are red, and the left audiojacks are white. When connecting components to each other, be sure that you always connect left outputs to left inputs and right outputs to right inputs. If a component has only one output (mono), connect it to the r/mono inputjack. To connect S-VHS (Super-VHS) components, S-VHS video cable is required. Gold-Plated Jacks and Gold-Tipped plugs on each end. Gold-Tipped cable VH83 (6-ft) Stereo Cables VCR Dubbing Cable Triple cable that lets you connect the V_DEO and AUDiOjacks of stereo components. an S-Video cable (such as No. VH913) Gold-Tipped cable VH84 (6-ft) Gold plating helps prevent oxidation of contacts which provides much less loss than conventional contacts. A complete line of gold-tipped cables is available to help you obtain optimum performance from your equipment. S-Video Cable has multi-pin connectors on each end for VH976 (6-ft) VH913 (12-ft) 58 from most dealers and connecting your TV. S-Video components to Remote Control This is the remote control that came Accessory Order Form packed with your TV. Replacements or spares can be ordered as needed. Description Screw-on Y antenna cable (3-ft) _crew-on antenna cable (6-ft) VH82 $6.95 VH89 $5.95 VH83 $5.95 VH84 $9.95 ;-Video Cable (6-ft) VH976 $7.95 ;-Video Cable (12-ft) VH913 $8.95 __-waySignal Splitter VH47 $3.95 &mplified ANT200 $49.95 193984 $11.15 240895 $29.20 ;ush-on antenna Vlonaural ;tereo CRK76TA1 2-way Signal Splitter helps you connect to a second TV or VCR. Splitter VH47 cable (6-ft) VCR Dubbing VCR Dubbing Cable (6-ft) Cable (6-ft) Antenna _ntenna Mixer {emote Control &udio,Video (CRK76TA1) Adapter ;urge 5upressor Amplified VHF/UHF/FM Antenna allows you to easily switch from the antenna $4.45 228449 $49.95 SCTV160 signal to cable or satellite without disconnecting antenna. This comes ANT200 complete with 75/300 Ohm band separator and matching transforme£ Prices Total are subject Merchandise to change without notice. ............................................ Sales Tax .............................................................. 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All accessories are subject to availability, SCTV160 t- Where applicable, we will ship a superseding model. tm 59 Placing An Order Charge your order on your VISA, MasterCard, or Discover Card by filling in below USE YOUR CREDIT IMPORTANT: CARD Copy complete account number from your VISA card VISA To place your order by phone, have your Visa, MasterCard or Discover Card ready and call the toll-free number listed below between 8AM and 8PM (EST) Monday through Friday or between 9AM and 5PM (EST) Saturday. 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This will be Print or type your your mailing label,name and ::: order will save you days A of complete waiting. and correct Name: Street: Apt: City: State: Zip: Please make sure that both sides of this form have been filled out completely. • Allow 4 weeks for delivery. • All accessories are subject to availability. • Prices are subject to change 6O PA 17573 A Accessories 58 Advanced connections 4,6 Age-Based Ratings 47 Audio menu 30 Audio Output 6 Audio Output Volume & Speakers 31 Audio Processor 30 Audio/Video cables 7 Auto Channel Search 13, 35 Auto Color 32 AutoTuning 17, 18, 20 DVDChannel 18, 35 SAT/CableChannel 19, 35 VCR1Channel 17, 35 VCR2Channel 17, 35 B Back of the TV 6 Basic Connection 4, 5 Basic Picture Controls 32 Batteries 10, 45 Black Level 32 Buttons Remote 22 C Color Color M 32 Warmth Connections 4, 6 Basic 4, 5 TV and stereo VCR 7 TV Only 4 TV, VCR and Satellite 8 Content Tbemes 47 18, G Guide GUIDE Plus+ Editing Coaxial 14, 44 4 Sorting menus 14 35 Mapping 39 Channel 3 36 Interactive Setup IR Controller Channel Channel 4 36 Block Channel Channel Map 39 Marker 45 Channel menu 53 Caption PIP Display 33 PIP Mode 33 4, 5, 7 36 Setting Tint 32 16 Tone Controls 30 Troubleshooting 54 TV GUIDE Plus+ 41, TV Guide Plus+ 38 33 33 TV GUIDE Plus+ System Channel Mapping Scan Menu 41 12 24 Sort Menu 42, 4 TV U 33 TV 48 Remote Control Installing the batteries 10 Programming 24 Remote batteries are low 45 Remote control Programming 20 S S-Video 15, 39 41 TV only connection V S-Video 44 39 Rating Limits Movie 52 9 Labels 20, 35 Language 13, 33 Languages Selecting 13 List & Labels 20 Locating IR sensors 9 Time menu UHF/VHF Antenna 35 IR sensors on your components 45 Set Time 16 R compo- L Display 33 Mode 33, 34 Cable locating 13 Labeling 20 CLEAR button 12 Coaxial 12 attaching to other nents 9 35 Channel search Channels Closed 6, 36 6 Current Time of Day 32 components Convergence INPUT1 INPUT2 Time the remote to control Projection Channel menu Closed caption mode PIP Chan 45 Point 12 41 Chan # 35 Chan Labels 53 Presets 32 Programming 35 T 53 Locking, unlocking 53 Menu 47 Parental Controls menu 47 Point and Select Setting up the Guide 55 32 UHF/VHF Antenna Closed caption display 39 17, 35 Sleep Timer 36 Stereo 30, 45 Front Panel Lockout 38 information 19, 35 12 Normal List 35 PIP (Picture in Picture) Buttons 46 Setup 14 Guide Plus+ System 30 17, 35 VCR2Cbennel Set'rime 36 Signal Type Cable TV 35 Picture Quality Picture Tilt 33 40 Messages 43 Schedules 42 Care and Cleaning CC 45 VCR1 Channel Sharpness Front Panel Block (SAP) 18, 35 SAT/CABLE Channel N Picture Grid Cables DVDChannel Parental Controls Channel Block 53 Fixed images 55 Fixed Output, Speakers Off 31 Front panel buttons 25 Front Panel Lockout 53 33 Second Audio Program Select 12 Set P 35 F 6 Main Menu 12 Memory 35 MENU button 12 Menu Language 13, 33 Menus 28 Messages 43 Mono 30 Mute 30 Setup D Downloading Cable/Antenna Receiver Contrast 32 Control Panels 29 DVD Channel 36 Screen menu 4 Advanced Schedule 32 6 Cable SAP 45 SAT/CABLE 7 Channel 19 V-Chip Age-Based Ratings 47 Blocking Movies 52 Content themes 47 V-chip 47 Variable Output, Speakers Off 31 Variable Output, Speakers On 31 VCR 2 channel 17 VCR control 6 VCR1 Channel 17, 35 VCR1 channel 17 VCR2 Channel 17, 35 Video Noise Reduction 32 61 CREATING A GREENER FUTURE At Thomson Consumer Electronics we are dedicated to the preservation of our natural heritage and to a healthy and safe way of life for current and future generations. This is a global effort which encompasses every THOMSON facility throughout the world. We believe that clean air, clean water, a protected earth, and healthy people are not only practical and desirable goals, but achievable ones as well. Our Corporate Environmental, Health and Safety Charter acknowledges our commitment to protect these precious assets and provides a challenging vision and guideline for conducting our business. _ 'I1HOMSON CONSUMERIS.EC11RONICS Below are a few examples of Thomson's achievements The The Earth Thomson reclaims millions of pounds of hazardous waste annually, diverting it from landfills. Thomson treats millions of pounds of waste water sludge annually and renders it non-hazardous. Thomson recycles over 50 million pounds of non-hazardous material annually that otherwise would have been treated as trash, an overall recovery rate of 50%. to preserve our natural Thomson has replaced solvent-based paints at many locations resulting in an 80% reduction in toxic air emissions for equivalent material used. Thomson has eliminated the use of ozone-depleting substances at television manufacturing facilities around the world. Thomson collects and returns over 1.5 million pounds of glass and furnace dust to the glass making process annually. has launched worldwide energy savings programs which contribute to efforts to reduce air emissions from electrical facilities. resources. the A ir Thomson Thomson globally recycles millions of pounds of broken television picture tube glass annually through both internal and external reclaim processes. in our efforts generating water Thomson recovers over 2 million pounds of fine glass particles from process water each year and recycles them back into its glass furnaces. Thomson's state-of-the-art waste water treatment plants filter out over 26 million pounds of solids from process water each year. Thomson's U.S. glass factory recycles 2,500 gallons of water per minute and cleans 2.6 million gallons of water per day. Thomson is researching new processes and is developing new manufacturing equipment and technologies to further reduce large volume water use. Thomson has also increased its usage of recycled materials for packaging of our products. For example, in Mexico our television plants use recycled content in our television cartons and instruction booklets. The inks used for the print on cartons and instruction booklets are soy based. For a free brochure regarding Thomson's Environmental Health and Safety Programs, write to Thomson Consumer Electronics' address below, attention Environmental Programs: INH340. Please do not send any products service for your product. to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in The following materials were used in printing this publication: "n'IOMSON CONSUMER ELECTRONICS 10330 North Meridian Indianapolis, Street IN 46290 ©1999 Thomson Consumer Trademark(s)® Registered Marca(s) Registrada(s) Printed in USA TOCOM _1 15407360 Electronics, Inc. ___j RECYCLED PAPER 100% MINIMUM 40%POST CONSIIM[R PRINTED WITHI SOYINK
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