RCA Direct View/Digital 26 And Under TV Manual L0311283
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Television User's Guide Changmg Entertainment. mportant nformation This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double insulation between hazardous mains voltage and user accessible parts. When servicing use only identical replacement parts. RISKOF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOTOPEN Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover {or back], No user serviceable parts inside, Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. _. This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product, A _. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. This symbol voltage" inside product that indicates presents "dangerous a risk of electric shock or the personal injury. Refer to the identification/rating label located on the hack panel of your product for its proper operating voltage. FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user's authority to operate it. Caution: Using video games or any external accessory with fixed images for extended periods of time can cause them to be permanently imprinted on the picture tube (or projection ]_/picture tubes). ALSO, some network/program Iogos, phone numbers, etc. may cause similar damage. This damage is not covered by your warranty. Cable ]_/Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as dose to the point of cable entry as practical Product Registration Please fill out the product registration card (packed separately] and return it immediately. For US. customers: Your RCA Consumer Electronics product may also be registered at www.rca.com/ productregistration. Registering this product allows us to contact you if needed. Product Information Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach and record the serial and mode[ numbers. These numbers are located on the product. Model No. Dealer/Address/Phone: Serial No. Purchase Date: it here Tabte of Contents Chapter 1: Connections & Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect ....................................................................... Protect Against Power Surges ........................................................................... Protect Components from Overheating ........................................................... Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference .................................... Important Stand and Base Safety Information ................................................ Use Indirect Light ............................................................................................... Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV ....................................... TV + DVD + VCR .............................................................................................................. 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 Explanation of Jacks ....................................................................................................... The Front of Your TV ...................................................................................................... 5 5 Front Input Jacks ................................................................................................ Front Panel Buttons ........................................................................................... 5 6 Plug in theTV .................................................................................................................. Put batteries in the remote ........................................................................................... 6 6 How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup ................................ 6 Turn on the TV ................................................................................................................. 7 Complete the Initial Setup ............................................................................................. Complete Auto Channel Search ........................................................................ Chapter 2: Using the Remote 7 7 Control Button Descriptions for TV Mode .................................................................................. 8 Button Descriptions for DVD and VCR Modes .............................................................. Using the INPUT Button ..................................................................................... 8 9 Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components .......................................... Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote ................................................. Programming the Remote ................................................................................. How to Use the Remote After You've Programmed It .................................. Remote Control Codes .................................................................................................. 9 9 9 11 11 Chapter 3: Using the TV's Features Channel Banner ............................................................................................................ 13 Why You Should Use the Auto Tuning Feature ........................................................ How to Set Up the Auto Tuning Feature ........................................................ 13 13 Parental Controls and V-Chip ..................................................................................... How V-Chip Works ........................................................................................... USA V_Chip Rating System ............................................................................... Canadian English V-Chip Rating System ......................................................... 14 15 15 16 Yable of Contents Canadian French V-Chip Rating System .......................................................... USA V-Chip TV Rating Limit ............................................................................. Blocking Specific Content Themes .................................................................. Viewing Specific Content Themes ................................................................... Blocking Canadian V-Chip Ratings .................................................................. V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ............................................................................... V-Chip Exempt Program Block ......................................................................... KidPass .............................................................................................................. V-Chip Active .................................................................................................... Front Panel Lock ............................................................................................... 17 17 19 19 20 20 20 21 21 21 Change Password ............................................................................................. 21 Chapter 4: Using the TV's Menu System Sound Menu .................................................................................................................. 22 Picture Menu ................................................................................................................ 22 Setup Menu .................................................................................................................. Parental Control Menu ................................................................................................ 23 24 Time Menu .................................................................................................................... 24 Chapter 5: Other Troubleshooting Information ............................................................................................................ 25 Care and Cleaning ........................................................................................................ 27 Limited Warranty ......................................................................................................... 27 2 Things to Consider Before You Connect Protect Against Power Surges • Connect all components • Turn off the I1/and/or • Make sure aH antennas and cables are properly grounded, Refer to the Important packed separate]y. Protect Components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet, component from before you connect or disconnect Don't block ventilation circulate freely. • Don't stack components. • If you place eompone_ts • If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, flow around other components. Cables holes on any of the components. Arrange the components so that air can in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation. to Avoid Audio Properly Safety Instructions Overheating • Position any cables. place it on the top shelf so the heated air from it won't Interference • Insert each cable firmly • If you place components above the I_, route all cables down the side of the back of the _/instead of straight down the middle of the IX/. • If your antenna uses 3OO-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil the cables. Also. keep the twin lead cables away from audio/video cables. Important Stand into the designated jack. and Base Safety Information Choose the location for your IV carefully. Place the _/on a stand or base that is of adequate size and strength to prevent the ]V from being accidentally tipped over, pushed off. or pulled off. This could cause personal injury and/or damage the _/. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions packed separately. Use Indirect Light Don't place the 1V where sunlight or room lighting indirect lighting. Cables Needed The pictures to Connect Components below show the cables Coaxia_ came Chapter 1 needed S Video cable Graphics contained within will be directed toward the screen. Use soft or to Your TV for the connections represented in this book. Audio/Video cables this publication are for representation onl}4 3 Connections Set p TV (back panel) VCR o°,00 R f VIDEO gUDIO RL or Ant_nfla \ o TV + DVD 1. + VCR Connect your DVD Player to your 1V. A. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the R and L/MONO AUDIO jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the DVD player. B, If your DVD player has an S-Video jack, connect an S-Video cable to the S-Video jack on the DVD player and to the S-VIDEO [N jack on the back of the _/, If your DVD player doesn't have an S-Video iack, go to C. -OR- C. Connect a video cane {yellow) to the Video Output Jack on the DVD player and to the VIDEO jack on the back of the _I. 2. Connect your TV to your VCR Connect a coaxial cable to the _I ANT jack on your _I and to the Output Jack on your VCR (sometimes labeled OUT TO IV), 3. Make sure cable or antenna is connected to your VCR. Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet or antenna to the antenna input on the VCR, Go to page 6 4 Graphics contoined within this publicotion ore for representotion onl_ Chapter 1 Connections Explanation Setup of .lacks This section describes the jacks you can use to make connections, Thereare several ways to connect components to your IV, IV ANT Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from the antenna, cable, cable box, or if using the example on page 4, a VCR, ,=: VIDEO I VIDEO, AUDIO R and L/MONO B component LiMONO AUDIO VIDEOS-VIDEO IN Lets you connect a such as a VCR, DVD player, or laserdisc player. • R {RIGHI) AUDIO Provides right audio connection right audio connector is usually red. • L/MONO AUDIO Provides left audio connection left audio connector is usually white, • VIDEO Provides composite video connection, connector is usually yellow. The The The video S-VIDEO IN Provides better picture quality than the video jacks because the color part of the signal is separated from the black and white part of the picture, When using S-VIDEO IN, make sure to connect left and right audio cables to the L/MONO and R AUDIO Input jacks. The Front of Your IX/ Front Input Jacks The IV has front input jacks for your convc_Rence: one set of audio/video inputs and a headphone jack. To access the compone_t you connected to the front of the IV, press the INPUT button on your remote until FRNTappears on the screen, The jacks are ideal for connecting a video game console or a camcorder. Note: When connecling o componenl lhol has only one oudiojock, such assome camcorders,use the TV'sAUDIO L/MONOjack to heor the audio VIDEO Receives video from another component VCR, camcorder, or video game console, such as a L/MONO and R AUDIO Receivesaudio from another component such as a VCR,camcorder, or video game console, PHONES Allows you to connect sound coming from the IV. Chapter 1 Graphics contained within this publication headphones to listen to the are for representation onl R 5 Connections Setup Front Panel Buttons If you cannot locate your remote, you can use the front panel buttons to operate many of the _/'s features. MENU/OK items. of your TV Brings up the Main menu. In the menu system, it selects highlighted CHScans down through the current channel list. In the menu system, acts like the down arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls. CH+ Scans up through the channel list. In the menu system, acts like the up arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls. VOL- Decreases the volume. In the menu system, acts like the left arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls. VOL+ Increases the volume. In the menu system, acts like the right arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls. POWER Turns the I_ on and off Plug in the TV Plug the end of the power cord into a grounded wall outlet. Insert the plug completely into the outlet. Put batteries in the remote • Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the remote by pushing down on and sliding off the cover. • Insert 2 "AAA" fresh batteries, Make sure the polarities {+ and -) are aligned correctly. • Replace the cover. How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup The technical term is "Navigation"how you move through the on-screen menus, The method is the same throughout the menu screens: highlight your choice and select it, / Arrows To highlight a menu item, press the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight one of the items listed on the screen. Use the up or down arrow button to move up or down. Use the right or left arrow button to move right or left. To select the item that you've highlighted, OK button 6 Graphics contained within press OK. Note H_ghlighledmeans lhat the menu _ternslands out from olher menu items on theI_sl¸_ppears darker,brighl_r, or _ differenl ¸color}¸ this pu61ication ere for representation only Chapter 1 Connections Setup Turn on the TV Press IV on the remote, or press POWER on the Ivs front panel. Note: Pressinglhe TVbu_Lunhal only turns on lhe T_,bul pul_ Lhcrcmolc mto I1/mode "TV mode" mcons that the' buttons on the remote conltol operate Lh_ TV'sfunclions Complete the Initial Setup The menu system in your 1V allows the ]V's features to work properly. The first time you turn on your IV, the SETUPsereen appears with Language highlighted. The default language is English. To choose another language, press the right arrow button on the remote. Complete Auto Channel Search This part of the setup allows the IV to search for all channels viewable through your antenna or cable IV system. This is sometimes called auto programming. I, Highlight 2. The Signal Type option is set to Cable. To change the option to Antenna, press the right arrow button and then press OK. Auto Ch. Search and press OK. 3 Press the down arrow button to highlight to begin the auto channel search. StarL Press OK Once the search is complete, you can begin watching IV, For information on customizing your channels or menu options, go to Chapter 4. Chapter 1 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation onl}4 7 Indicator Button Descriptions for TV Mode Arrows Usedto highlight different items in the _/menu and to adjust the menu controls. Indicator Indicates the programming mode when programming the remote to control components. Lights when you press a valid button on the remote. Flickers when a button is pressed and the batteries are low. {0-9) Number through Buttons Enter channel numbers and time settings directly the remote control. To enter a one-digit ehannd, enter a zero first. To enter a two-digit ehannd, press the two digits and expect a few seconds delay. This is if you want to enter a third digit. CC Toggles dosed captioning on and off. CH + or CH Scans up or down through the current channel list. Press once to change the ehannd up or down; press and hold to continue changing ehannds. CLEAR Removesany menu or display from the screen and returns you to normal viewing. GO BACK INFO Returns you to the previous channel. Brings up the channel banner. INPUT Joggles through channel}. MENU the available input sources (VtDI. SVID. FRN1, and current Brings up the Main menu, MUTE Reduces the W's volume to its minimum volume, OK When in the menu system, selects highlighted level Press again to restore the items, ONoOFF When in JV mode, turns the JV on and off. If in another DVD, ete,] and programmed, will turn the component on and off. mode (VCR, PRESETS Brings up sound and picture presets, SKIP Press once before changing returning TV to the original channels and the ]!/will ehannd. Press repeatedly wait 30 seconds before to add more time. Turns on the TV and puts the remote in TV mode. ADo displays current status. VOL - or VOL + Decreases or increases the J!/'s volume. Button Descriptions for DVD and VCR Modes AGAIN In DVD mode, replays the last severalseconds of the title you're playing. ANTENNA In VCR mode,functions as a W/VCR button. DVD Puts the remote in DVDmode and, if auto tuning is enabled, will turn on the TVand tune to the correct video input channel. GUIDE If you're operating another component that has a guide, this button accessesthe on-screen Guide. OPEN,CLOSE In DVD mode, opens or closesthe DVD disc tray. 8 Graphics contained within this puGlication are for representation only. Chapter 2 Usin 9 the Remote Control REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, RECORD, STOP, PAUSE If programmed, provides transport control for some remote-controllable VCRs or DVD players, SEARCH SPEED In VCR mode, accesses Index Search feature. In VCR mode, selects a recording speed. VCR Puts the remote in VCR mode and, if auto tuning is enabled, will turn on the TV and tune to the correct video input channel ZOOM Using In DVD mode, zooms in on the picture. the INPUT Button Use the INPUT button to scroll through the available video input channels and view components you have connected to the I!/. 1 Make sure the component you want to view is turned ON. 2. Press INPUT to tune to an available video input source and view the component. 3 To return to the previous channel, continue ON,OFF pressing IN PUT. Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components The universal remote can be programmed to operate most brands of remote controllable components. The remote is already programmed to operate most RCA, GE, and Prosean components. VCR buttons Nole TheTVbutton con'l beprogrdrnmcd on ibis remolc Find Out If You Need to To determine _ _ whether Program the Remote the universal remote needs to be programmed for your component, turn the component ON. For example, to program the remote for a VCR, turn on the D _ VCR. Point the remote at the VCR, and press the VCR button. Then press ONoOFF or CH t- {channel up) or CH - {channel down) to see if the VCR responds to the remote commands. If the component does not respond, the remote needs to be programmed. REVERSE / and PLAY buttons STOP button Programming the Remote There are two ways to program the remote eontroh • automatic • direct entry code search You'll use these butto_ls whell programming file remote. Chapter 2 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation onl}4 9 Using the Remote Controi Using Automatic Code Search The following instructions can be used to program the remote to operate each of your components, if you want to stop the automatic code search without programming any of your components, press CLEAR until the indicator on the remote turns off. 1, Turn on the component 2, you want to operate {VCR or DVD player} Press and hold the component button you want to program (VCR or DVD}. While holding the component button, press and hold ON.OFF until the indicator on the remote turns on, then release both buttons, 3 Point the remote at the component. Press and release PLAY, then wait S seconds or until the indicator on the remote stops flashing, At this point the remote is searching for the correct code to program. If, after 5 seconds, the component you want to operate does not turn off, press PLAY again to tell the remote to search the next set of codes, Continue pressing PLAY until the component turns off or you have searched through all of the codes, There arc 20 total sets of codes, If the component does not turn off after pressing PLAY 20 times, then the remote can't be programmed to operate that component, If the component you want to operate does turn 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 indicator on the remote turns off Using Direct Entry 1 Turn on the component 2, Look up the brand and code number(s} for the component this section, to be programmed. 3, Press and hold the component 4 Enter the code from the remote control code list on the following pages, If the indicator flashes, you have either entered an invalid code or the button isn't programmable. 5 Release the component 6, Point the remote at the component. Press ON.OFF to see if the component responds to the command If it doesn't, try pressing the component button then ON.OFF again, button on the code list in you want to program on the remote. button, and • If you get no response, repeat these steps using the next code listed for your brand, until the component responds to the remote commands, • If you try all the codes for your component brand and none work, trythe automatic code search method, If automatic code search doesn't find the code, the remote is not compatible 10 with your component, Graphics contained within this publication are for representation onl_ Chapter 2 Using the Remote How to Use the Remote After You've Programmed Control It Because this universal remote can operate several different components it uses operational modes triggered by the component buttons, For example, if you want the remote to operate the IV, you wouM press the IV button to put the remote into IV mode before you could operate the TV. 1 Press the appropriate component operate the component. 2, Press ON,OFF to turn the component 3 Use the remote buttons button {DVD, IV, VCR} to set the remote to ON or OFF. that apply to that component. Nolo: The ramble may not be compol/ble wi6_,_711 brands end models of componenls may no_ operoLe d/ functions of the remote Lhol come wi6_, your componr,nL It also If you kc,¢,ppressing buttons end nolhing happens, lhe remozc is probably in lhc, wrong mode You n?dst pr¢'ss lhe componenl butlon Lhgt ma{ches Lhe component iou wont to operate {it,, if you won t lo operate Lhe VCR, press VCR on [),e ramble, control to put the remoZe in VCR mode) Remote Control Codes VCR Codes Programmable Admila] for VCR button, .................................................................................... 2132 Adventma ................................................................................ Aiko .......................................................................................... 2026 2027 Aiwa ......................................................................................... 2026 Akai ................. 2003, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2111, 2112, 2113 American High ........................................................................ Asha ......................................................................................... Audio Dynamics ........................................................... Audiovox ................................................................................. Bell _ Howell ........................................................................... Beaumark ................................................................................. Bloks/mic ...................................................................... Ca}ix ......................................................................................... CandIe ..................................................... ............................................................................. Canon 2013, 2021 2013 2009, 2012, .................................................................. 2021.2(}22, 2020, CCE ................................................................................ Citizen ........................................................................... ............................................. 2015, 2016, 2017, ............................ .......... 2026, .......... 2037, 2029, 20_8, 2030, 2039, ............................................ 2012, 2014, 2031, 2040, 2015, 2032, 2041, 2047, 2065, 2024, 2026, 2033, 2034,2035, 2042,2044, 2045, 2036, 2046, 2113, 2H6, Fisher ............ 2011, 2023, 2048, 2049, 2050, 2051, F_i ................................................................................ Funai ....................................................................................... (] a_ la_ d .................................................................................... (]E ...................................................................... ............................................ GoIdstar Gradiente 2021. 2053, Halwood Hitathi ........................................................................ 2065, ........................................................ 2057, 21(}7, 2111, 2120, Hi Q ......................................................................................... 2066, 2122 2023 2021 2021 2061 2(}14, 2027 Instant Replay ........................................................................ JCI ............................................................................................ 2009 2061 JC Penney ............................................... 2009 2110 KIH .......................................................................................... 2009, 2110 2010 Kodak ............................................................................ lloyd ....................................................................................... 2000, 2131 2026 2029 [ogik ....................................................................................... LXI ........................................................................................... 2014, 2027, ........................................................................ Dynatech .................................................................................. Ele_m)home ................................................................. Eie_rroph//nic Chapter .......................................................................... 2 Graphics contained 2014 within 2010, 2011 2011, 2013, ..................................................... 2014, 2021, 2022, 2055, 2066, ....................................................... 2058, 2059, 2060, 2107, 2118 Jensen ................................................................ 2055, 2056, 2111 202[4, Dimensia 2061 2110 2062 2013, 2014, 2023, 2061 2000, 2009, 2013, 2026, 2026 2009 ............................................................................. Daewo/i 2025, 2054 2026 ................................................................................. JVC ...................................... Kenw/l/id ................... 2009, 2019, 2131 2018, Headqua_er 2131 2013 2017, 2013, 2114 2027, Dayrron ..................................................................................... DBX ................................................................................ 2118 2119 2026 2026 2120, .................................................................... ..................................................................... 2115, 2015, 2115, .................................................. 2009, 2014, ................................................................................ Ha_ley Davidson Ha_ man Kardon 2117, 2130 2062, 2021, 20(}{}, 2001, 2022, ................................... 2016, 2018, 2021, 2022, 2024, Cybernex ................................................................................. .......... 2021, 2013, 2018, 2019, Colortyme ................................................................................ Colt ........................................................................................... ......................................................... Mathes .................................................... 201_ 2025 2014 2014, 2016, 2016, 2017, 20U1, 2019 Capehart ......................................................................... CaJver ....................................................................................... Craig Cmtis 2(}1(} 2014 2011 Fmelson 2009, 2010, 2010, 2011, 2011, 2016, Magnavox ....................................................... ....................................................... 2063, this publication are for representation 2104, onl}4 2018, 2018, 2111, 2123 2111, 2123 2061 201,I, 2021 2026 2061 2014 2021, 2022, 2062, 2105, 2108, 2124 11 Using the Remote Controi VCR Codes continued Magnin ................................................................................... Ma_antz........ 2{}{}9, 2010, 2{}11, 2016, 201B, 2021, Ma_ta ...................................................................................... MasushRa .............................................................................. Mei 2062, ......................................................................................... Memolex...... 2011, 2013, 2{}14, 2021, 2023, MGA .................................................................. 2026. 2029, 2013 2{}64 2{}14 2{}21 2{}21 21(}4, 2132 2{}65, 2113 MGN Technology .................................................................. 2{}13 Midland .................................................................................. 20S3 MinoJta ............................................................. 2055, 2(}56, 2107 Mitsubishi ........... ............ 2069 2{}29, 2{}55, 2070, 2071, 2072, 2056, 2{}65, 2{}66, 2067, 2{173, 2074, 2106, 2{}68, 2113, 2123 Montgomely Ward .................................................... MotomJa ..................................................................... 2075, 2021, 2132 2132 M'[C ............................................................................. 2013, 2126 Multitech .................................... 2013, 2016, 2026, 2053, 2061 NEff ............................................... 2009. 2010, 2011,2016, 2018, ............................................ 2064, 2076, 2078, 2079, 2111, 2123 Nikko ...................................................................................... 2014 NobleR .................................................................................... 2013 (Rympus ................................................................................. 2021 Opfimus ....................................................................... 2014, 2132 Optonica ................................................................................ 2096 Panasonic ......................... 2021, 2022, 2109, 2125, 2126, 2127 Pentax .......................................... 2016, 2{}55, 2056, 2 iO7, 212{} Pentex Resem ch .................................................................... 2018 Philco ..................................................... 2021, 2022, 2062, 2063 Philips .................................................... 2021. 2062, 2096, 2124 PiIot ........................................................................................ 2014 Pkmeel ........................................ 2010, 2055, 2080, 2081, 2123 Portland .................................................. 2016, 2017, 2019, 2110 Prosean ............................................................. 2000, 2001, 2131 Pro*co ..................................................................................... 2061 PuIsal ..................................................................................... 2104 0uarrer .................................................................................... 2011 0uarIz ..................................................................................... 2011 Ouasar ............................................................... 2021, 2022, 2125 RCA ...................... 2000, 2{}{}1,2003, 2{}1L 2021, 2{}55, 2056, .................. 2082, 2{}83, 20{_4, 2085, 2086, 2087, 2088, 2{}89, ....................... 2090, 2091, 2107, 2115, 2120, 2125, 2131, 2133 Radioshack/Realislie ............................ 2011, 2013, 2014. 2021, .................... 2022. 2023, 2026, 2{}29, 2{}49, 2050, 2096, 2132 Radix ...................................................................................... 2014 Randex ................................................................................... 2014 Rieoh ...................................................................................... 212B Runco ..................................................................................... 2104 Samsung ........................... 2005, 2013, 2{}15. 2033, 2{}53, 2112 Sanky ........................................................................... 2104, 2132 Sansui ..................................................... 2010, 2092, 2111, 2123 Sany{} ................................................................ 2{}11, 2{}13, 2023 Scott ............ 2{}12, 2015, 2025, 2{}J2, 2038, 20{}5, 2093, 2116 Sems ............................................ 2011, 2014, 2021, 2023, 2048, ............................... 2049, 2050, 2051, 2055, 2056, 2107, 2118 Sharp ..................... 2017, 2029, 2094, 2095, 2096, 2097, 2132 Shintom ................................................. 2004, 2056, 2061, 2098 Shogun ................................................................................... 2013 Signature ............................................................................... 2132 Singm ................................................................ 2021, 2(}61,212B Sony ....................................................... 2004, 2098, 2099, 2119 SIS ............................................................................... 2021, 2107 Sylvania ................ 2021, 2022, 2026, 2062, 2063, 2065, 2124 Symphonic ............................................................................ 2026 Tandy ...................................................................................... 2011 Tashiko ................................................................................... 2014 12 Iatung ......................................................................................... 2111 ]EAC ..................................................................... 2026, 2085. 2111 ] ethnics .......................................................................... 2021, 2109 ]eknika ........................................... 2014, 2021, 2026, 2100, 2129 IMK ...................................................................... 2013, 202& 2047 Ioshiba ....................... 2015. 2049, 2051, 2055, 2065, 2093, 2116 I otevsion ........................................................................ 2013, 2014 United_ ....................................................................................... 2013 Vector Research ........................................ 2009, 2010, 2015, 201(_ Victor ......................................................................................... 2010 Video Concepts ............................... 2009, 2010, 2015, 2016, 2113 Videosonic ................................................................................. 2013 Wards ........................................................ 2013, 2014, 2015, 2021, ........................................... .................................... 2023, 2096, 2101, 2026, 2102, 2029 2103, 2055, 2107, 2056, 2061, 2116, 2132 XR 1000 .............................................................. 2021, 2026, 2061 Yamaha ............................................. 2009, 2010, 2011, 2018, 2111 Zenith ............................................... 2004, 2098, 2104, 2119, 2128 DVDcodes Programmable for DVD button, Aiwa ........................................................................................... Apex ................................................................................ 3023, GE ............................................................................................... Hitachi ....................................................................................... 3VC. ................................................................................. 3002, Konka ............................................................................... 3()11, Magnavox ................................................................................. Mitsubishi .................................................................................. Panasonk .................................................................................. Philips ....................................................... 3003, 3019, 3021, Pkmeer ....................................................................................... Pmscan ...................................................................................... RCA ................................................................................. 3000, Samsung .................................................................................... Sanyo ......................................................................................... Sony ..................................................................... 300b, 3015, Ioshiba ................................................................. 3{)(/7, 3{/17, Zenith ......................................................................................... Graphics contained within this publication are for representation onl_ Chapter 3009 J024 3000 J008 301(} Jo12 1003 1004 t013 3022 3005 1000 3001 3{}25 t014 301b 3020 30111 2 Channel Banner There are several items that might appear on-screen when you press the I!/or INFO button on the remote, This display is called the Channd Bannen The following list describes the items on the Channel Banner screen (left to right and top to bottom), SAP Displayed when the current channel is broadcasting SAP {Second Audio Program) information, Displayed when V-Chip has been activated. KidPass: 2:24 Displayed when KidPassis set and the length of time remaining. CC Displayed when Closed Captioning is available on the current channel. Stereo or Mono Stereo displayed when the current channel is broadcasting in stereo, Mono displayed when the current channel is broadcasting in mono. Skip: 0:30 Corresponds to the SKIP button. Shows the amount of time left before the ]V switches back to the previous channel, 07:18em Displays the current time. 06 ABCDEF Displays the current channel and label assigned to the channel. Displayed when you mute the sound Why You Should Use the Auto Tuning Feature The auto tuning feature tunes the ]V to the correct channel for different components you have connected to your _/{like a VCR, DVD Player, etc.}. When you set up auto tuning in the menu system you don't have to remember to change your R/to channel 3, for example, when you want to watch the tape in your VCR, How to Set Up the Auto Tuning Feature The way you set up the auto tuning feature in the ]!!'s menu corresponds to the component buttons on the remote and the way you have each component connected to your _/. When you set up auto tuning, you're telling the I1/what channel to tune to when you press the VCR or DVD button on the remote control. 1, Press MENU (the MAIN MENUappears}, 2, Highlight Setup and press OK on your remote control. 3 Highlight Auto Tuning and press OK. Chapter 3 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation onl}4 13 Usin 9 the TV s Features 4 Choose which channel you want to set: Set VCR1 button. Lets you set up the channel the TV tunes to when you press the VCR Set VCR2 Not available with your remote control. Set SAT/CABLE Set DVD button. 5. Not available with your remote control. Lets you set up the channel the _/tunes to when you press the DVD Press the right arrow button to select the choice that matches the way you have the component connected to this IV, The choices and a brief explanation foJ]ow: N/A Choose this if you don't have this particular component connected to the TV, or if you don't want the W to automatically tune to the correct channel when you're using this component, CH02 (SAT/CABLE only- Not available with your remote control). CH03 or 04 Component is connected to the _/ANT jack on the back of the TV, and you want the 1!/to tune to channel 3 or 4 when you press the corresponding button on the remote. Reminder: make sure the component's Channel 3/4 switch is set to the appropriate channel. WD1 Component is connected to the VIDEO 1 VIDEO jack on the back of the TV and you want the R/to tune to a video input channel when you press the corresponding button. FRNT(Front Video Input) Component is connected to the VIDEO jack on the front of the IX/and you want the R/to tune to the front video input channel when you press the corresponding button. Parental Controls and V-Chip The choices in the USA V-CHIP menu involve software inside your TV (referred to as V-Chip) which allows you to block R/programs and movies based on violence, sex, or other content you may believe children should not view. Once you block programs, you can unWock programs by entering a password. By default, the software V-Chip, go to page 21 14 inside your _/is Graphics contained turned "off" within For instructions this publication to turn on are for representation onl_ Chapter 3 Usin 9 the How V-Chip Features Works V-Chip reads the program's age-based rating (W-MA, TV-14, etc.) and content themes [(Violence (V), Adult Language {L), ere.l). If you have blocked the rating and/or content themes that the program contains, you will receive the message This channel has not been approved for viewing. Change channel or press OK to enter password and temporarily deactivate the Parental Control Broadcasters are not required to provide content themes, so programs received with no content themes will only be blocked if you block their age-based rating. You can also block out programs that have been given a rating of Not Bated, and programs that are considered unrated. The ]V age-based ratings and content themes you ean block follow: USA V-Chip TWMA (Mature Rating System Audience Only) Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and may be unsuitable for children under 17, It contains one or more of the following content themes: crude indecent language (L), explicit sexual activity (S), or graphie violenee (V). W-14 [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 ehildren under the age of 14 watch unattended. This program contains one or more of the following content themes: intensely suggestive dialogue (D], strong eoarse language (L), intense sexual situations (S], or intense violence (V). W-PI3 {Parental Guidance Suggested) Contains material that parents may find unsuitable for younger ehildren. Many parents may want to watch it with their younger ehildren. The program contains one or more of the following content themes: some suggestive dialogue (D], infrequent coarse language (L), some sexual situations {S], or moderate violence (V]. W-6 (6eneral Audience) Most parents would find this program suitable for all ages. It contains little or no sexual dialogue (D) or situations (S), no strong language (L), and little or no violence (V). W-Y7 {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 (iV] or eomedie violence, or may frighten children under the age of 7. W-Y (All Children) audience, including children Chapter 3 Themes and elements in this program are designed for a young children from ages 2-6. It is not expected to frighten younger Graphics contained within this publication are for representation onl_ 15 Usin 9 the TV% Features Canadian English V-Chip Rating System 18+ {Adults) Programming intended for adults I8 and older. It elements of violence, language, and sexual content which could for viewers under 18, Violence Guidelines: May contain violence development of the plot, character or theme, intended for adult Content Guidelines: May contain graphic language and explicit nudity and/or sex. may contain make it unsuitable integral to the audiences, Other portrayals of 14+ IViewers 14 and over) Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under the age of 14. Parents are strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting viewing by pre-teens and early teens. Violence Guidelines: May contain intense scenes of violence. Could deal with mature themes and societal issues in a realistic fashion. Other Content Guidelines: May contain scenes of nudity and/or sexual activity. There could be frequent use of profanity. PG {Parental Guidance) Programming intended for a general audience but which may not be suitable for younger children (under the age of 8). Parents may consider some content inappropriate for unsupervised viewing by children aged 813. Violence Guidelines: Depictions of conflict and/or aggression will be limited and moderate; may include physical, fantasy, or supernatural violence. Other Content Guidelines: May contain infrequent mild profanity, or mildly suggestive language. Could also contain brief scenes of nudity. G {General Audience) Programming considered acceptable for all ages groups. While not designed specifically for children, it is understood younger viewers may be part of the audience. Violence Guidelines: Will contain very little violence, either physical or verbal or emotional. Will be sensitive to themes which could frighten a younger child, will not depict realistic scenes of violence which minimize or gloss over the effects of violent acts. Other Content Guidelines: There may be some inoffensive slang, no profanity and no nudity. C8+ {Children 8 and Older) Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on their own. Violence Guidelines: Violence will not be portrayed as the preferred, acceptable, or only way to resolve conflict or encourage children to imitate dangerous acts which they may see on television. Any realistic depictions of violence will be infrequent, discreet, of low intensity and will show the consequences of the acts. Other Content Guidelines: There will be no profanity, nudity or sexual content. C {Children) Programming intended for children under age 8. Violence Guidelines: Careful attention is paid to themes which could threaten children's sense of security and well being. There will be no realistic scenes of violence. Depictions of aggressive behaviour will be infrequent and limited to portrayals that are clearly imaginary, comedie or unrealistic in nature. Other Content Guidelines: There will be no offensive language, nudity or sexual content. 16 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation onl_ Chapter 3 Using the Td's Features Canadian French V-Chip Rating System 18+ {Adults) Programming is for adults only. This program contains sustained violence or extremely violent scenes, 16+ (Viewers 16 and over) Programming is not suitable for those under age 16. This program contains frequent scenes of violence or intensely violent scenes. 13+ (Viewers 13 and over) Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13. This program either contains several violent scenes or one or more scenes that are violent enough to affect them. Viewing in the company of an adult is therefore strongly recommended for children under the age of 13. 8+ (Viewers 8 and over) Not recommended for young children. This program is suitable for most audiences, but it contains mild or occasional violence that could upset young children. Viewing in the company of an adult is therefore recommended for young children {under the age of 8} who do not distinguish between reality and imagination. G (General Audience) This program is suitable for audiences of all ages. It contains no violence, or any violence that it does contain is either minimal or is presented in a humorous manner, as a caricature, or in an unrealistic way. USA V-Chip IV Rating Limit The V-Chip 1V Rating Limit lets you decide which TV programs can and cannot be viewed. To set R/programming limits: I. Choose Parental Control from the MAIN MENU (the PASSWORD screen appears the first time you enter the Parental Control menu). Create your password using the number buttons on the remote. 2, Highlight Ratings. 3. Once you get to the TVRATING LIMITscreen, and select USA V-Chip. Then select /1/ use the arrow buttons and OK on your remote to change the status of a _/program rating or content theme from View to Block. 4 For IV rating limits to take effect, turn on V-Chip active in the PARENTAL CONTROL menu (box has check mark}. The following sections give you more details about how to change the status of _/program limits. Note: If you larger )lout pdssword you con reset iL Make sure [he TV_soil 3_mu/laneous/FprcssondholdVOL on[hc, TV'sHont panel and CLEAR on the remote/or approximatc'/y 5 seconds Enter a new password next time you access lhe PARENTAL CONTROL menu Chapter 3 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation onl}4 17 Usin 9 the TV's Features The V-Chip Rating Screen The following is an example of where items are located within the TVRATING LIMIT sereeR Rating Status Field Lets you select whether the status of the age-based rating limit to the lefl is View or Block. Content Themes Dsts the content themes can block or view. Rating Field Lets you select from a list of age-based ratings you can block Or VieW. Content you Status Fields Lets you select which content themes to view for the selected rating, and whether the status of the content theme is currently Block {B). Rating Settings Area Lets you see the current content. block/view View (V} or state of age based ratings and associated Blocking Age-Based Ratings Hierarchy of Age-Rased Ratings I_/ MA Meture Audience Only You can automatically block all program ratings above a specified age-based rating level. 11/14 Porents Strongly Ceutioned To block programs with higher ratings: TV PG PorentM Ouidence Suggested 11/6 Geneml Audience TV Y7 Directed to Children 7 yeers end older TV Y All Children 1. Press the up or down arrow button to scroll to the rating corresponding with the lowest rating you do not want the child to watch, 2. Press the OK button to toggle between Viewand Block. The status for the rating listed to the left and all higher ratings automatically changes to Block. 3. Press the up or down arrow button to highlight Go back and press OK, 4. Turn on V-Chip active in the PARENTAL CONTROL menu (box has check mark} for rating limits to take effect, Viewing Age-Based Ratings After you block age-based ratings, you can change some of the ratings back to View. 18 1. Press the up or down arrow button with a status of Block. 2. Press OK to select to select the rating View. Graphics contained within this publication are for representation onl_ Chapter 3 Using the Td s Features Content D Blocking Themes Sexua fly explicit Sexual situations V Wo/enc_' FV Fantasy Violence Content Themes You can block programs based on their content. (Content is represented bV the D. L, S, V and FV on your screen.] When you block a content theme for a particular rating, you automatically block that content theme for higher rated programs as well. dialogue Adult language S Specific To block program content: 1, Determine the content 2, Press the down arrow button to scroll to the rating whose content theme you want to change. themes you want to block. 3, Press the right arrow button to move the highlight particular content theme status. 4. Press the OK button to change its status to B. (In the example to the left, you block the language (L) corresponding with 1V-14. The language for IV-MA blocked as well]. to a is Notes: Broadcastersarc,not required zopmwde conlent zhemesor age baspd mtmgs You must remember lo activate PurenLul Conuob fbr rating limi[s lo _ke e f'tect Viewing Specific Content Themes If you block specific content themes, you have the option of going back and changing some of the content themes back to {V) View: 1 Determine the content themes you want to change to (I/) View. 2. Press the down arrow button to scroll to the rating whose content theme you want to change, such as B under language (L) corresponding with IV-14. 3 Press the right arrow button theme status. 4 Press the OK button to change the status back to V. Your child would then be to move the highlight to a particular able to watch programs with the TV-14 adult language content, programs with TV-MA language content. content but not Nole: Onlythe content themestulus corresponding to IV 14 {L)language changes lo _V)View Higherrated contenl lhemes,sac'},as that fbr TV MA language,do not change Chapter 3 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation onl}4 19 Using the TV% Features Blocking Canadian V-Chip Ratings If you receive Canadian programs you can block Canadian English and French V-Chip by ratings only. When you Mock a particular rating, you automatically block the higher rated programs as well. To block Canadian English and French program ratings: 1. Select Canada V-Chip from the PARENTAL CONTROL menu, 2, Highlight English Ratings or French Ratings and press OK. 3. Determine the rating you want to block, 4. Press the down arrow button to scroll to the rating you want to change, 5. Press the OK button to change its status to block {the lock icon appears and all ratings above the one you selected change to lock). V-Chip Movie Rating Limit Set movie rating limits by blocking movies rated above a specified level To access the Movie Rating Limit menu: 1= Press MENU on the remote control (the MAIN MENUappears). 2, Select ParentalControL 3, Select USA V-Chip. 4, Select Movie Ratings. Blocking Movie Ratings Once you are in the Movie Rating Limit menu, follow blocking Canadian V-Chip Ratings. V-Chip Exempt Program the same steps described for Block The Exempt Prgms. option lets you decide if programs that the V-Chip recognizes as unrated can be viewed, Unrated R/programs may include news, sports, political, religious, local and weather programs, emergency bulletins, public announcements, and programs without ratings, The Exempt option applies to both USA and Canadian unrated programs and Canadian programs rated E. Unlocked All unrated programs are available, Locked All unrated programs are not available, Nole: Youmusl rememberto oclJvdle V C'hipImrmling limil_ to LukeeliceL Press the down arrow to highlight Exempt Prgms. Then press the right arrow to toggle between the lock and unlock icon. 20 Graphics contained within this publication arefor representation onl_ Chapter 3 Usin 9 the Td s Features KidPass The KidPass feature allows parents to set a certain amount week that a child can watch IV, To set KidPass: 1. 2. Select Parental Controlfrom of time every day of the the main menu, Select KidPass (the KtDPASS menu appears with Current Day highlighted). Nolo: If you can't select KidPuss,you need to se_[ke L_mcHighbgh t GoB_ck,press the nghl drro_4Lhenselec_Time t%hbgh t Time,[hen entar the,rime using Lhenumber bullons 3. Press the right arrow to select the current 4. Press the down arrow button to choose the day of the week. day. 5. After you've chosen the day of the week, press the right arrow to select the amount of time: Free and 00:30 up to 16:00 (30 minute increments}. 6. When you're done setting 7. Highlight KidPass aedve and press the right arrow to activate the KidPass settings (box has check mark}. The KidPass takes effect immediately. KidPass, select Go Beck. When the time has expired, the IV shuts off. If you turn on the IV the same day it shut off, the password screen appears (enter the password used for V-Chip). V-Chip Active Selecting this option lets you activate and deactivate parental control settings, 1. From the PARENTAL CONTROL menu, press the up or down arrow to highlight V-Chip active, 2, Press the right or ]eft arrow to turn on (box has check mark} or off (box doesn't have check mark) V-Chip active, if you do not activate V-Chip, none of the settings for V-Chip will take effect. If you forget your password you can reset it. Make sure the IV is off. Simultaneously press and hold VOL- on the IV's front panel and CLEAR on the remote for approximately 5 seconds. Enter a new password next time you access the PARENTAL CONTROL menu. Front Panel Lock Selecting this option lets you lock {disable) or unlock {enable) the _/'s front panel. The remote still tunes to any channel. When using this as a Parental Control method, remove access to any remote that is capable of operating the television, 1, From the PARENTAL CONTROL menu, press the up or down arrow to highlight Lock Ft. Panel 2, Press the right or ]eft arrow to turn on {box has check mark} or off {box doesn't have check mark) front panel lock. Change Password Selecting this option lets you simply create a new password at any time. Once you enter a new password from Change Passwd, in the PARENTAL CONTROL menu it is the password you use until you change it again Chapter 3 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation onl}4 21 Sound Menu Treble Increases or decreases the treble, Bass Increases or decreases the bass, Balance Press the right arrow to increase the audio output in the dght speaker; press the left arrow to increase the audio output in the left speaker. Sound Type Press the right arrow to scroll through the available audio types, which control the way the sound comes through your speakers: Mono plays the sound in mono only. Use this setting when receiving broadcasts with weak stereo signals; and Stereo to split the incoming stereo audio signal into left and right channels. Most TV programs and recorded materiaJs have stereo audio. The word Stereo appears on the I1/when broadcast in stereo, you tune to a program that is SAP(Second Audio Program) Plays the program's audio in a second language, if one is available. The I!/displays the word SAP when you tune to a program that is broadcast with SAP information. SAP audio is broadcast in mono, SAP is also used to broadcast a program's audio with descriptions video for the visually impaired of the Picture Menu The PICTURE menu options apply to the video for the main I1/and video input selections. Picture Preset Press the right arrow to scroll through the available picture preset settings: Natural, Bright, Soft, and Personal Choose the setting that is best for your viewing environment. Auto Color Turn this option on to automatically correct the color of the picture. This is especially useful for tracking realistic flesh tone colors as you switch channels, Color Warmth Press the right arrow to scroll through the color adjustments: Cool for a more blue palette of picture colors; Normal; and Warm for a more red palette of picture colors. Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the picture. Contrast Adjusts the difference areas of the picture. Color between the light and dark Adjusts the richness of the color. Sharpness Adjusts the crispness of the edges in the picture. Tint Adjusts the balance between the red and green levels, 22 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation onl_ Chapter 4 Using the Td's Menu System When you change any of these picture settings, the Picture Preset changes to Personal Use the left or right arrow button to make adjustments To return to the PICTURE menu, press the up or down arrow button. Menu Auto Ch. Search [Auto Channel Search) Allows you to choose your signal type and begin an auto ehannd search. Signal Type Press the left or right arrow to toggle between the signal your R/is receiving. Choose Cable if you are currently using cable or a cable box for _/ signals. Choose Antenna if you are currently using an off-air antenna for _/signals. Start Searches for channels the signal is receiving and stores them in the R/'s channel list. Go to page 7 for more information. List E_Labels Edit the channels in the list or choose labels for each channel. To delete a ehannd from the channel list, highlight Channel and use the left or right arrow to select the channel. Then highlight tn list and press the OK button. The box should no longer display a check mark. To add a label to a channel, select the channel in the Channel option. Press the down arrow to highlight Label Press the right arrow to highlight the first space. Use the up or down arrow to ascend or descend through the characters. Continue to press the right arrow to highlight the space and the up or down arrow to add a character. Press OK when you're done adding a label. Closed Caption Many programs are encoded with closedcaptioning information, which lets you display the audio portion of a program as text on the R/screen. Closed captioning is not available on all channels at all times. Only specific programs encoded with closed-captioning information are applicable. When a program is closed captioned. CC is displayed in the channel banner. Go to Chapter 3 for more information about the ehannd The closed caption options are: CC Display information Off banner. Lets you choose the way closed captioning is shown on the screen. No captioning On Captioning avaWable. information information displayed. always appears, when Muted=On Displays captioning information, when avaWable, whenever the TV's sound is muted by pressing the MUTE button. The captioning information is not displayed when the sound is not muted. Chapter 4 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation onl}4 23 Using the TV% Menu System CC Mode Choose which captioning mode is used for displaying captioning information. If you are unsure of the differences among the modes, you may prefer to leave the closed captioned mode set to CC1, which displays complete text of the program in the primary language in your area. Auto Tuning Displays a choice list that lets you set up the R/to automatically tune to the correct input channel when you press a component button {VCR or DVD) on the remote. Go to Chapter 3 for details about the Auto Tuning feature. Language Parental Lets you select your preferred Control language for the menus. Menu The Parental Control menu was explained in Chapter 3. Go to page 14 for more information, Time Menu Sleep Timer Lets you set the _/to turn off after a given time. Press the right arrow to add 1S minutes to the clock (up to four hours}. Time re/, Ch Choose a channel so the TV sets the time for you. Note that local channels usually broadcast the time. Time Time is set if you select a reference channd (see above). If time is not obtained, then enter it manually. If it is 8:25, for example, you must first press the number O on the remote, then number 8, then 2 and then 5. Use the OK button to choose between AM and PM. Wake-Up Timer Lets you set the IV to turn itself on. Notc: When the TVturns on bF the woke up lJmer andno rcmoZc or front pan¢,/bullons are pressedfbr 2 hours, zheFVwill turn it_elf oll Wake-Up Time turn itself on. Lets you set the time you want the R/to Wake-Up Ch Lets you select a specific channel the IV tunes to when the wake-up timer is set. 24 Graphics contained within this publication arefor representation onl_ Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Most problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected by consulting the following troubleshooting list, Nolo: If you pmh,r, we con provide you wilh the nerne of on Aulhorized Service Representative who w_ll visit your home fbr _ _e _ /ns_offyour dectron_ enlertd/nment s_m and lo inslruct you in/_s opero_on For deta_ about thfs service, c_fl 1-888 206 3359¸ For oddtdonal ossislance while using your RCA p_d_ct, p/ease vfs/t wwv_rca com/ cuslomersupRorL TV Problems TV won't turn on • Press the TVbutton. • Make sure the TVis plugged in. • Check the wall receptacle (or extension cord) to make sure it is "live" by plugging in something else. • Something might be wrong with your remote control. Press the POWERbutton on the front of the TV. If the TV turns on, check the remote control solutions on page 26. • The front panel controls may be locked [disabled}. Use the remote control to unlock the front panel controls by selecting the Lock F_ P_mel in the PARENTALCONTROLmenu and press OK [box won't have check mark). Buttons don't work • If you're using the remote control, press the TV button first to make sure the remote is in qv mode. • The front panel controls may be _ocked {disabled). Use the remote contro_ to unlock the front panel controls by selecting the Lock F_ P_inel in the PARENTALCONTROLmenu and press OK (box won't have check mark). • Unplug the rv for two minutes and then plug it back in. Turn the FVon and try again. TV turns off unexpectedly • Sleep timer might have been activated. Go to page 24 for instructions. • KidPass might have been activated. Go to page 21 for instructions. • Wake-Up timer turned on the TV and no remote or front panel buttons were pressed for two hours. • 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. • Unplug R/. Wait five minutes. Plug it in again. TV turns on unexpectedly • Wake-Up timer might have been activated. Go to page 24 for instructions. • You might have pressed CH+, CH- or OK on the remote accidentally. Blank screen • Make sure the component connected to the TV is turned on. • Try another channel. No sound, picture okay • Maybe the sound is muted. Try pressing the volume up button to restore sound. • If using S-Video, remember to also connect the component's left and right audio output jacks to the TV's AUDIO jacks. Can't • select certain channel Channel may be blocked or not approved through the V-Chip. Chapter 5 Graphics contained within this publication ere for representation onlg 2 5 Other [nfbrmation • _fusingaV_R_che_kt_makesuretheIV_VCRbutt_n_nthe__Risinthec_rrectm_de(presstheTV_VCR button on your VCR}. Noisy stereo reception • May be a weak station, Access the SOUND menu, highlight Sound Type and then choose Mono. No picture, no sound but TV is on • Maybe the signal type is set wrong. Go to page 23 for detailed instructions. • The channel • If you're watching your VCR and it's connected with coaxial cable to the TVANT jack, tune the IV to channel 3 or 4 (whichever channel is selected on the 3/4 switch on the back of your VCR). Also check to make sure the IV/VCR button on the VCR is in the correct mode (press the IV/VCR button on your VCR). Sound okay, might be blank - change channels. picture • Check antenna • Try adjusting Black • • • sharpness box appears C_osed caption instructions. PASSWORD poor connections. on Make sure all of the cables are firmly connected function the to the jacks. to improve weak signals. Go to page 22 for more instructions. screen might be on. Check Closed Caption in the SETUP menu, Go to page 23 lor more menu appears KidPass option is activated and you try to reset the time. You turn the IV on after KNPass shut off the IV, The Remote Control Doesn't Work • Something clear path. might be between the remote and the remote sensor on the component. • Maybe the remote isn't aimed directly at the component • Maybe remote • Maybe batteries in remote are weak, dead, or installed incorrectly Put new batteries in the remote. (Note, if you remove the batteries, you may have to reprogram the remote to operate other components.) • You might need to drain the remote's microprocessor: remove batteries and press the number 1 button at least 60 seconds. Release the 1 button, replace [he batteries, and (if necessary) program [he remote again. is not in IV Mode. Press the IV button Problems with V-Chip/Parental The rating • 26 for Controls work remember my password and I want to unlock the TV If you forget your password you can reset it. Make sure the IV is off. Simultaneously press and hold VOLon the IV's front panel and CLEARon the remote for approximately 5 seconds. Enter a new password next time you access the PARENTAL CONTROL menu. The V-Chip • don't (DVD, IV, VCR) that you're trying to operate. so remote will control IV. You must activate the settings. Go to the MAIN MENU (press MENU on your remote), select Parental Control, highlight and turn on WChip active (box has check mark). I don't • limits Make sure there is a won't let me watch a program even though Maybe the movie was given an NR (Not Rated) status. separately in order [o view movies with an NR rating. it's not rated as violent. After you block movie ratings, you must unlock NR Graphics contained within this publication are for representation onl_ Chapter 5 Other information Care and Cleaning CAUTION:Turn OFFyour TVbefore cleaning. You can dean the R/as required, using a soft lint-free cloth. Besure to occasionally dust the ventilation slots in the cabinet to help assure adequate ventilation. The TV's screen may be cleaned with a soft, lint-free cloth as well. Take care not to scratch or mar the screen. If necessary, you may use a cloth dampened with warm water. Never use strong cleaning agents, such as ammonia-based cleaners, or abrasive powder. These types of cleaners will damage the TV. While cleaning do not spray liquid directly on the screen, or allow liquid to run down the screen and inside the IV, Also, never place drinks or vases with water on top of the R/. This could increase the risk of fire or shock hazard or damage to the R/. Caution: Using video games or any external accessory with fixed images for extended periods of time can cause them to be permanently imprinted on the picture tube {or projection TV picture tubes). ALSO, some network/program Iogos, phone numbers, etc. may cause similar damage. This damage is not covered by your warranty. Limited Warranty What your warrantycovers: • Defects in material or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • One year from date of purchase for labor charges. • One year from date of purchase for parts, • Two years from date of purchase for the picture tubes, The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first. What we will do: • Pay any Authorized RCA Television Service Center the labor charges to repair your tdevision, • Pay any Authorized RCA Television Service Center for the new or, at our option, rebuilt replacement parts and picture tube required to repair your television, How you get service: • For 20" screen size: Take your RCA television to any Authorized RCA Television Service Center and pickup when repairs are complete. • For screen sizes larger than 20": Request home or pick up, repair and return 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 Service Center, ask your dealer, visit www.rca.com, the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-336-I900. • Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product is within the warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service, For rental firms, proof of first rental is also required. Chapter 5 Graphics eontdned within this publicodon ore for representotion onl}4 look in 27 Other Information What your warranty does not cover: • Customer instruction, {YourOwner's Manual describes how to install, adjust, and operate your product, Any 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, Damage from images burnt onto the screen. • A television that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes. Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage. A television purchased or serviced outside the U,S.A, • • Product Registration: • Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your TVor register on-line at www.rca.eom/produetregistration, tt will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessar_ The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage. Limitation of Warranty: • THE WARRANTYSTATEDABOVE IS THEONLYWARRANTYAPPLICABLETO THIS PRODUCT.ALL OTHERWARRANTIES,EXPRESSOR IMPLIED (INCLUDINGALL IMPLIED WARRANTIESOF MERCHANTABILITYOR FITNESSFORA PARTICULARPURPOSE)ARE HEREBYDISCLAIMED. NO VERBALOR WRINEN INFORMATION61VENBYTHOMSON INC., ITSAGENTSOR EMPLOYEES SHALLCREATEA GUARANTYOR IN ANY WAY INCREASETHE SCOPEOF THIS WARRANTY. • REPAIROR REPLACEMENTAS PROVIDEDUNDERTHIS WARRANTYIS THE EXCLUSIVEREMEDYOF THE CONSUMER. THOMSON INC. SHALLNOT BE LIABLE FORINCIDENTALOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGESRESULTINGFROMTHE USEOF THISPRODUCTOR ARISINGOUT OF ANY BREACHOF ANY EXPRESSOR IMPLIED WARRANTYON THIS PRODUCT.THIS DISCLAIMEROF WARRANTIES AND LIMITEDWARRANTYAREGOVERNEDBYTHE LAWS OF THE STATEOF INDIANA. EXCEPTTO THE EXTENTPROHIBITEDBYAPPLICABLELAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTYOF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESSFORA PARTICULARPURPOSEON THIS PRODUCTIS LIMITEDTO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTYPERIODSETFORTHABOVE. How state law relates to this warranty: • Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you, • This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state, If you purchased your product outside the United States: • This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information, Service calls which do not involve defective materials or workmanship are not covered by this warranty. Costs of such service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser, 28 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only Chapter 5 Other information Remote Control This is the remote control that came packed with your TV. Replacements or spares can be ordered as needed. VH81 ;3.95 Screw on antenna cable (6-ft) VH82 ;4.95 cable (6 ft) VH89 ;5.95 VH83 ;5.95 Stereo VCR Dubbing Cable (6-ft) VH84 ;9.95 S-Video CabJe (6 ft) VH976 ;7.95 S-Video CabJe (12 ft) VH913 ;14.95 2 way Signa_ Splitter VH47 ;3.95 Amplified ANT2OO ;49.95 Remote Control (RCR311TBM1) 260605 ;24.99 AudiooVideo 228449 ;4.45 Pusb on antenna RCR311TBM1 2-way Signal Splitter helps you connect to a second ]V or VCR, VCR Dubbing Cable (6 fl) Antenna Adapter SCTV4OOOC $49.95 Surge Protector VH47 Amplified VHF/UHF/FM Antenna allows you to easily switch from the antenna signal to cable or satellite easily without disconnecting antenna. ANT200 1312 Screw-on Cable attaches to the round on the back of your VCR or W. The ends screw onto the VH82 (840 connectors for a secure connection, Standard AudioNideo cable with RCA-type phono plugs. VH83 Prices are subject to change without connecting components 5 ON-LINE: Accessories may also be purchased at www.rea.com/aceessories (subject to availability]. BY PHONE: To place your order by phone, have your Visa, MasterCard or Discover Card ready and call 1-800-338-0376. Use this number only to place an order for accessory items listed on this page. BY MAIL: mail money order or check in US currency (made payable to Thomson Inc.), along with ordering information (part numbers], phone number and shipping address, to the following address: Video Accessories PO Box 8419 Ronks, PA 17573 S-Video All accessories are subject to availability. to your R/ Graphics contained within Surge Protector provides eight outlets, coaxial and telephone line protection. Audible alarm for surge failure. SCTV4000C S-Video Cable has multi-pin connectors on each end for VH913 notice. HOW TO ORDER antenna connectors (called 7S-ohm F-type} VH81 (3-ft) Price cable (3-ft) Monaural Chapter Part No. Description Screw on antenna Where applicable, this publication we will ship a superseding model are for representation onl}4 29 This equipment hasbeen tested andfound tocomply withthelimits foraClass Bdigital device, pursuant toPart15 of the FCC Rules, These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications, However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving to try antenna, • Increase the separation between the equipment and receivec • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio]IV technician for help. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-O03 Visit the RCA web site at www.rca.com Please do not send the carton. This will Thomson any products only add to the delays Indianapolis in service address for your listed in this manual product. Inc. 10330 North Meridian Indianapolis, Street IN 46290 @2003 Thomson Inc. Trademark(s)® Registered Marca(s) TOCOM Registrada(s) 16162020 THOMSON or on
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