RCA Direct View Digital 27 To 40 TV Manual L0609544

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RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
[_ h,is symbN indicates that this product incorporates double insulation
between hazardous mains voltage and user aeeessiNe parts. When servicing
use only identical replacement parts.
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover [or back}. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified service personnel.
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Thussymbol ndlcates dangerous voltage inside lhis symbol indicates important nstructions
_the product that presents a risk of electric shock or accompanying the producL
personal injury,
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or elect:rio
shock, do not expose this product to
rain or me sture
The apparatus shall not be exposed
to dripping or splashing and no
objects fil!ed with liquids, such as
vases, shou!d be placed on the
apparatus.
Refer to the identification]rating [abe Focated on the back panel of your product for
its proper operating voltage.
FCCRegulations state that unauthorized changesor modifications to this equipment
may void the user's authority to operate it.
Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
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 IV picture tubes], ALSO, some network/program loges,
phone numbers, black borders {sides,.top and bottom), etc. might cause similar
damage. This damage is not covered by your warranty.
Cable IV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to Art cle 820-40
of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1)
which providesguidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifics that the
cable ground shal be connected to the grounding systemof the building as close to
the point of cable entry as practical,
important Stand and Base Safety Information
Choosethe Bocationfor your IV earefu[iy. Placethe IV on a stand or basethat isof
adequate size and strength to prevent the W from being accidentally tipped over,
pushed off, or pulled off. This could cause personal injury and/or damage the 1V
Refer to the Important Sa%ty Instructions on the next page.
Prod uct Registration
Please fill out the product registration card {packed separately) and return it immediately. For US customers: Your RCAConsumer
Electronics product can also be registered at www.rca.com/tdevision. Reg storing this product allows us to contact you if needed.
Product Information
Keepyour .salesreceipt to obtain warranty parts and service a_d for proof of purchase,Attach it hereand record the seriai and
mode!numbers in caseyou need them° Thesenumbers ar_ located on the product,
Mode! No_ Serial No, PurchaseDate:
Dealer/Address/Phone:
iinf@r atii@n
IMPORTANT SAFETY ;INSTRUCTIONS
Read before operating equipment
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Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed ell warnings.
Fellow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Ciean only with a dry cleth_
Do net block any of the ventilation openings, Install in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
Do not instafl near any heat eeumes such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (!ncludimg amplifiers} that
produae heat,
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the poladzd or grounding
type pl_g. A poaarized plug has two b_ades wi_hone wide_ than the
other. A grounding type plug has two b!ades and athird grounding
prong, The wide blade or third prong are provided for your safety.
When the provided plug does mot fi_ into your outlet, eons_l_ art
electrician, for rep_eeemsef o! the obse4ete eaflet.
Protect the ;_awer cord from being walked em or pinched,
particularly at plugs, convenienee receptacles, _d the point where
they exit from the apparatus.
, Only use attachmen_s/acees_hee specified by the
manufactures
Use only with a cart, stand, t_ipod, brackeL ar table specified by
the manufacturer or said with the apparatus. Whee a cart is used,
use caution, when moving the carl/apparatus csrobinatien to avoid
injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when an,used for
long pededs of time,
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
requirsd when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
as if the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fa]lee into the apparatus, st if the apparahJs
has been ex_sed to rain ar moisture, does _ot operate sernlally,
uf has been dropped.
This product may contain lead and mercury. Disposal of these
metedals may be regulated due to eavironmentat cons_deratieas.
Far disposer or recycling information, please coat.st your Ioea_
authorities or the E|ectrenic |ndustdes Ai|ian,ce (www=eiae.org}.
Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced by
quailtied Service personnel when:
A, _e power supply cord or the plug has bea_ damaged;
B. Objects have faiien or liquid has been sp_ned into the appliance;
C, The appliance has been ex_sad to rai_;
D, _e appliance does _et appea_ to operate normally or exhib_s a
marked change _n,performance;
E, _e appliance has been draped or the enclosure damaged.
17. Tilt/S ta bility -AII televisions mu st corn ply with recom mecd_
internatianal global safety standards fo_ tilt and stability proper ties
of its cabinet design,
=Do _oi compromise these design standards by applying
excessive pull force to the kent, or top, of the cabinet, which could
_ltimate_y overturn the product,
Aloe, do not e_danger yo_=rseff,or children, by placing electronic
equipmerd/loys en the top af the cabinet. Such items could
ansuspecU_gly fall from the top of the set and cause product
damage and/or personal injury.
18. Power Lines _ An outdoor an_eena should be located away from
power _ines,
19. Outdoor Ante_ea Gro_mdimg . lf an outside antenna ie connected
to the receiver, be sure the antenna system is _roueded so as to
provide some protection against voltage surges a_d built up static
charges,
Section 810 of the N_ional Electrical Code, ANS_!NFPA No. 70-
19_, provides _nformatioo with respect to proper grounding of the
mast and supporting s'tr_cture, grounding ofthe lead-in 'wire toan
antenna discharge umit, size of gro_eding connectors, I_ation of
antenna-discharge _nit:, eemnectio_ to groundimg e_ec_rodes,and
requirements for the grn_ding electrode, See Figure below,
20. Object and Uquid Entry -Care should be taken so that objects
do net fall and liquids are nor spilled into the e_deeurs through
opeei_gs,
21. Battery usage _UTION -To prevemt battery leakage that may
resc_t in bodily injury, pro_rty damage, or damage to the unit:
InstaB aI_batteries correctly, with ÷ and - aligned as marked on
the unit.
Do t_et mix batteries (old a._d mew or carbon and alkaline, etc_).
Remove batteries when the _nit is net used fora long time.
2L Apparatus shall no_ be exposed ta dripping er splashing and no
obiects filled with tiq_ids, such as vases, shall be pieced eo the
apparatus_
Note to the Cable "PCsystem ins_ller: This reminder is provided to call the Cabie TV system instalieC's attention to Artlcie 820-40 of the NEe
(Section 54 of the Canadian Eiectr_cai Cede, Pa_ 11that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, n particular, s_cifies that the cable ground
shaB be comnected to the grounding system of the b_iiding, as close to the point of cable emt_ as practical.
Example of Antenna Grounding
as per NEe - National Electrical Code
(;RO[ ND (?LAMP __ ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE
GROI ND CLAMPS
_ I_)WER SERVICE GRO[ NDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM
ELECTRIC SER¥1CE EQUIPMENT _NEC ART 2A0 PAR'_ $_
Thank you for choosing RCA
(kmgmmhllh_ns on yon _purcImse of an RCA High l)Uir_i_ion _elevision a truc viewi_g
experience. 5%ur purchase decision represents an investment in a new genera[ion of technolog3,.
High Definition: What Makes it a True Viewing Experience
Y_m have chosc_ to cmburk on the _cxl _e_cration o_ "|_" _icvdng HIYFV. T_erc me mm_y
[echno[ogical advamcem,mts that make Ht)qw better; (me ot the ]argcs_ aspects 0mr 10ring you a
superio_ yielding experience is resolution.
The crisp, iifetike p_cture people rave about when experiencing role ftDqV is due _o the
r<:solutfon this _e( hnology pJ_vides. The resolution is measured by calculatiJ_g the mimber ol
active lines of pixels, A pixel (which stands [or picture elemen0 is a small dot. The picmw yon
see on your TV is composed of these dots
A regular television (called standard defi_ition or analog) has a rcsok_tion of about 200,000
pixels (480 veJlical pixels x 440 horizor, ai pixels 2;il.200 pixe_s)_ The HDTV _;,ITFI;,K _S capab]_J
of morn than 2 million pixels. And morn pixels mean gmamr detail. So l tlYIW is capable o_
r_.*sotution that is up to almost 10 _imes the resolution of the picture on a regular, analog TV
Integrated HDTV Tuner with QAM
RCA was the fir,_ to offer an _ntc.gn_ted _:uner with its ttl)T\,'s (no nccd for another box to receive
digital programming). Now, weve gone one be{ter_ your HDTVs tuner is ready t);_rdigital cable
(no need ff:_ra cablebox to view unscrambled digital cable programming). The tuner is aMe to
dec{}de all 16 formats of digita_ television broadcasts and i_car_ iniel:prc_ digita_ cane signals
becattse it includes QAM (Quadrature Amphtude Modulation).
Aole A cggbh_,b_,_v*?t<Fbe nec essa_]' go _'i__,_scr'_w_b[ed cbattize]s. (.bnl_ct .),ot_r cabh,
prot,fderJbr tno,v f,,{fi:_rmatfn_._.
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Chapter 1: Connections & Setup
Things to Consider Before You Connect ............................................................................. 5
Protect Against Power Surges ............................................. 5
Protect Devices from Overheating ............................................................................. 5
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference ............................................... 5
Use indirect Light ....................................................................................................................5
Get the Picture ........................................................................................................................... 6
Receiving Digital Channels ...................................................................................... 6
What You Need ............................................................................................................ 6
What You Need to Know ................................................................................................. 6
Receiving Analog Channels .............................................................................................. 7
What You Need ................................................................................................................. 7
What You Need to Know ................................................................................................ 7
Choose Your Connection ......................................................................................................... 8
Y Pb Pr Connection ................................................................................................................. 9
Video Connection ................................................................................................................. 11
Using the Side Jacks................................................................................................................. 12
Plug in the TV ...................................................................................................................... 13
Put Batteries in the Remote .................................................................................................. 13
Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup .................................................. 13
Turn on the TV .......................................................................................................................... 13
Complete the Initial Setup ..................................................................................................... 14
Choose the Menu Language .................................................................................. 14
Tuning to a Channel ................................................................................................ 14
What to Expect ......................................................................................................................... 15
Watching TV 15
Remote Buttons ....................................................................................................................... 16
Component Function Buttons ..................................................................................................17
Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components ........................................... 18
Using the Input Button ............................................................................................................. 19
Remote Code List .........................................................................................................................20
Explanation of Jacks.................................................................................................................. 21
Front/Side input Jacks .......................................................................................................... 22
Front/Side Buttons .................................................................................................................. 22
Chapter 2: Using the TV Features
Channel Banner 23
Parental Controls and V-Chip ............................................................................................. 23
How V-Chip Works .......................................................................................................... 24
A_ivate Parental Control ..................................................................................................... 24
Set V=Chip TV Programming Limits .............................................................................. 24
The V=Chip Rating Screen............................................................................................ 25
÷,bii÷ @9 C@nt÷nts
Blocking Age_Based Ratings ..............................................................................................25
Blocking Specific Content Themes ................................................................................... 26
Blocking VoChip Movie Ratings ............................................................................... 26
V-Chip Exempt Program Block .................................................................................. 27
A_ivate KidPass.......................................................................................................... 28
Block Channe_ ............................................................................................ 28
Front Panel Lock .................... 29
Future Ratings (Rating Region). ..................................................................................... 29
Change Your Password ................................................................................................... 29
Resetting the Password .......................................................................................... 29
Format Options ......................................................................................................... 30
Chapter 3: Using the TV's Menu System
Sound Menu .......................................................................................................................... 31
Picture Menu ............................................................................................................................ 32
Setup Menu ................................................................................................................................. 32
Parental Control Menu ........................................................................................................... 36
Time Menu .............................................................................................................................. 36
Notepad Menu ....................................................................................................................... 37
Chapter 4: Other information
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) .................................................................................. 38
Troubleshooting 39
USA V-Chip Rating System ................................................................................................... 41
Canadian English V-Chip Rating System ............................................................................ 41
Canadian French V-Chip Rating System .............................................................................. 42
Limited Warranty ............................................................................................................ 43
Care and Cleaning ........................................................................................................... 45
FCC Information .................................................................................................................... 45
Things to Consider Before You Connect
Protect Against Power Surges
Connect all devices betT)reyou p]ug mLv of lheh: power cord,_into _hc w_li outleL
Tt!rll oft the 1%;and/or device before you cormec't or disconnuc any cables,
Q lJsing a sLlrl{c prolcdor eail help prcvcnt damage to yotir TV [/-Oln clc(t_kal power Stll-gt's. 11]
case of ]ightnitlg, uI_pltJg your {1_:.
° Make sure all m_mn*ms a_d ca:hies arc: properly grounded Refl:, to tile Important SaD:ty
h_s ructhms at _he beginr_ing of the User's Gukie.
Protect Devices from Overheating
o Don't tJock vundlatkm tolus on any of"t_u de_ iues. Arrangu the duqcus so that air can
circulam freely.
- l)on't stack devices.
If yot, place devices in a sland_ make sure yoc_ allow adequate vv,nlilation.
If:you cons_ect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on the top sheK so the heated air from
it wont flowaround other devices.
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference
-I_surt each cabb firmly into the designated ja<l<.
° If:yoti place devices above the 1% route all cables down the side of the back of the *l_v'
instead o[ straight dowr_ the middle of the TV
° tf your antenna uses 300-ohm _win lead canes do not coil [he cabtes, Also, keep the twin
lead cables t_ay flx}rn audiolvideo cables.
Use Indirect Light
Dont i_iace the T\< whew stmlight or room tigbting will be directed toward the scieun, tse soft
or indirect lighting,
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Get the Picture
TEe first p_r_ of connecting your TV is to get a sigl_a]. The back
pa+l of your TV alows yo++to receive analog channels by using the
AN17::NN:\iCABI,E ANALOG iNP{ +1' and digital channds by _+sing the
ANTI NNA!CABLE DIGIT,\L tNPIZ l'he grapl_ic to the left shows
these inputs.
Receiving Digital Channels
Coaxial cabl+
illlll=
Indoor or Outdoor
Antenna
OR
What You Need
° _,ntc,nua ("rabbit ea_:s') <' ot_tdoor antenna with a eoaxial eah]e, l?ltg th(: autetTna or
coaxial +:aNe from the wall <>+]_lel rico Ihe ANTENNA/(;ABLE DIG[TAI [NP[T to recdve
bc,e off:air k>cal digital cbannek
OR
-(oaxia] cabe koma cable ottO]el.Plug _l)ecoaxial cable into the ANTI{NNAi(;Ai_LE
I)IGITIT;XI+INPUT to receive d*gital cable chat?nels only.
OR
You can use a signa_ spIi_+r (shown at left) _o divde the si:a] from one cable
or antenna so+re to connect to lx)_h the ANTENNAi{;A[:}LEANAl:)() INP{T at_d
ANTENN;V(;ABLE 1)IG:VIAL1NPU1 iaeks on the 'IW?When you get t;) the Auto Channel
Seat+In scl'+,en i_ the Iniiia] Setq:_, m_+kes_l++,yo_ set tt_e signal type Eol:b/h(digital and
What You Need to Know
This tek-visi<))_ is eq++ipped with a QAM (Quadrature Amplitk++le Moduk'_io_9 tuner that enablus rcec/:io+,, of
+mscrambk'd digital cable eonk:+_t, Check with your cable pr<_vider Ihr intbrmatb_t about cora:_7_ availability in
yo_r area.
- Visit www.ar_tenr_aweb.o_\_ to get help deeidir_g what vype of an{e_r_a to use to receive the off-air ]<xal digital
d_atmels available to you. By enlerirg where you Iive, this mapping program tells you what local a_alog fred
d_gital statio_*s arc av;_i/able usi_Tga ce+:ta n ante,ma.
When you get to the A+_:r_(;?_alfnot S'eard', menu in tie I_itia] Setup, make sure you se_ +]_e,ggt+a: ,Sb_t_z:'eto
DNi_al. (52)u can also ch(>se B++_bfl)r digital a_d anabg). Tl]er_ set the ,S?:_,_d"1'17._:,.Choose Anl_*_na or (;;_bk
(deper+ting orn your co_+ectio_). To complete a charmel search now, go to page 14,
° when you are mad} to watch digital charme]s, make sure you am tuned t+) the 1)igital >put. Press the ANTENNA
bt t_or_t+>time to the Digita input.
Whets using both of these jacks, use the ANTENNA bu_t<m on the
)c_:i_ote to _oggk: beh_een tl+_ dig ta_ and a_;tl<)g signals.
ANTEN'NA
_._ btttton
Gmlfm_es 0+_ *_0a:/p_tiqe-
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Receiving Analog Channels
What You Need
Antem'm ("rabbit cars _') or outdoor antenna wid_ ('oa_iM cable. Pk_g OK antenna or
coa×ial ca)le lion? tiie aa]] outlet into the AN I"ENN,\,.(]ABI E ANAL(IG INPNT to
Coaxial cable
indoor or Out:door
Antenna
OR
Coaxial cable from a cable outleL Plug the coaxial cable horn the souict _,outlet into the
ANTENNAiCAi3LE ANAI£)G INPUT _o receive cable channels,
What You Need to Know
,. Visit www.antem_aweb org to get help deciding what type of antenna touse to receive the local analog d_annels
available to you. By entering where you _he, this mapping pro.Rram tells you what local analog and digital s_atkms
are available using a certain antenna.
,, When y{_uget to @e Au_(}Channel Search menu in the Initial Setup, make sun? y(}L_set the S@na! N?ur_:t_t{}
Ana/q_4. (D)u can also choose Both for dgimI and aJnalog). Then set the ,Signal 7)pe. Choose AnW_,na or (2_b/c
(dependh'_g or_ yo__H-connection) To complete a channel search rtow, go to page 14.
* _,_heli lOLl _.ilTeready t<) watch aria {,g cha_mels, make sure you are ttmed to the analog iHput Press the ANTENNA
buuof_ to rune to tile analog irput.
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When using bolh ot: @ese jades, use lie AN'I];INNA bHtto_] on the
remote to toggle betv_een the digital and analog signals.
ANTENNA
button
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Choose Your Connection
'Ihere are seve_¢il ways to connect yotlr TV, dependi_g on the devices yof_ want to connect and the q_miity of the
signa_ you want to achieve. A connection _lsing Y Pb Pr jacks _s e._(cellenL S Video is very good and ar_ten_a or c_ble
input is l_Jir.Connectiol-_s ",viiiva_T according to the types of outputs iacks each externa_ device can accommodate (Le.,
DVD players usually have Y Pb Pr outpL_ts bt_t most video game consoles do trot).
Please use {he fl_llowing chart to de_em3me which co_mectkm is besE t_)r you.
Note for U.S. custome_: I/[_ou prefer; w_, caa_ prov&&,3,rm wflb l_e Name ofan A_tborized .9e_icc
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Jacks Used
YPb Pr
Audio Rand t
Video Cables
Audio Cables
page 9-10
v,_o Video _Audio/Video page 11
Audio R and L
Audio R and L AudiotVideo
page 12
Chap'_r
C@nnecti@ns Ne :,up
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Go to page 6 for
instructionson
getting asignal
DVD Player
Y Pb Pr Connection
COmponent Video
cables (Y Pb Pr) are
color coded- Green,
Blue and Red
Connecting the Device
Tllis connection allows you to connect at device tlmt has Y Pb Pr jacks, k_r example, a I)VD
player If the device y;a_ are com_ecting a]so has S Video or composite video, we recommend
you use tim compor_em video input: tot better quali_y.
Tl_e iHustratio_ shows how to connect a DVD to yot_r TV using component (Y Pb P_0 and
audio cabtes,
Using the example of a DVD player:
L Connect your cable and/or antenna as described on page 6. (If y,re're adding a VCR to the
connection, follow steps 2-4 only).
2_ Connect your Y Pb Pr component video cables.
Comaect {hrce vkk'o cables or speckd Y}% Pr cabDs o the Y Pb Pr iacks olq tia back of fine
TV and to the Y Pb Pr otltputs on the DVD pIayea Y Pb Pr cabIes are colored g_x.en, bkte and
red..!_ls{ ma{ch {tEe colors on _i_e cabies {o the YPb _r jacks.
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Audio cables are color
coded- Red= right audio;
white= left audio
3.
4_
Connect y(mr audio cables.
Compeer d_e audio (_v}_ite and red) canes to the AUDIO R _md L (VIDE() IN mpt_t)
jacks on the back of die TV and to d_e aud}o outpt:it jacks on tt_e DVD playcr, Just
match {he colors,
Add a VCR to this connection.
(_(H'll'lk'({a coaxia_ (ZI[)]_? fYO[ll ._OtH7 Clh]_! OU[kt{ Or all[ell[la [O [/]e all{_k_ll[la II_pltl On
the V('R,
ConJqe<l a coaxia_ cabIe to the ANTENNA/CAB[£ DIGI_IAL INPtT or ANTENN/L'
CABLE ANALOG INPUT (choose one) on your TV and to d_e Ar_tcrma Output jack
on yore" VCR (sometimes labeled OUT TO "la¢> For more details about ll_e a_tenna
jacks go It_ page 6,
Note: lj)_our I'(._ ha.s"AudkVVk&o o'mT;>ut ic_cb,_',1'o_¢(,'a_ comtecl your TV to
the V(,7¢ us#_,q a_dio./uidu_ cal_h.s fi>r better quc_H(y.
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Viewing the Picture from the Connected Device
The dcvk'c in this exampkt, a D\"I) phycr, is ¢'onr_ccied t_}the TVs YPb Pr jacks, To
view the DVI) player:
1, Turn on i;he TV and the DVD player,
2, P_vss the 1NPL"F bml_?n on {t_e iemote controI to toggle t[m_ugh the Video Inpt_t
Channels m_ti_ y_m see (,)Lq_,_7"dispiayed in the cha):mel ba_lner,
To review other
connections_ go to the next
page.
If you ara done connecting
devices to your TV, go to
page 13 to complete the
initial Setup,
Ifyou want more details of
the jacks on your TV, go to
page 21,
Chapter I
C@nnecti@ns NeW,up
Video Connection
Go to page 6 for
instructions on
getting a signal
Device
Audio/Video cables
Connecting the Device
This cormecdon altows you _o com_ect a dcvke such as a video game console, tha_ has
Audio/Video lacks. Rck'r to the illusm_tion which uses audF_ and video cables_
Using the example of a vide() game console:
1. Co,meet your cable and/or antenna as described on page 6,
2. Connect your video cable.
Video canes ar_: usuaI[y yellow. Connect _he Video cable _o _he VtDFO lack on fl_e side
o_"the TV and the iack on the vktco game console.
3. Connect your a_dio cables.
Connect the audk:_ (whic and ,xx;l)(:tI)les _o fl_e R rind L A[?DtO jacks on fl_e "IX:and to
the audio ou_pu_ iacks on the video g_me console, Jt_s/malch _he co_ors.
Viewing the Picture from the Connected Device
The device in this example, a video game_' cons:*k', is (:oIll_l{2cU_'dlo []1¢'*[V'5 vi:leo and
audio }acks located on :lie TV "li>view the vide:> game console:
1. Turn on the 'i_: and the video game console.
2. Press the ]NPI [' button on lhe remote co_qir_*I_o_ggle thro_ gi_ d_e Video Inpu_
Channels umiI yota see VIt) I displayed in the channel banner.
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Using the Side Jacks
Side of TV
OUTPUT
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Go to page 6for
instructions on
geeing a signal.
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Device
S-Video cable
Connecting the Device
This con_%c'c_ionalk)v,,s _.<>_ito connect a de_ke that has a,t 5Vidc _ jack. SoVklco
pJovktes a clearer l_iCture than tie Video jack, Refl/_r{_ vhe ilR_stratkm wifid_ uses
S \,'ideo aad _u<lk> cables,
1. Connect your cable and/or antenna as described on page 6.
2, Connec* your S-Video cable,
The S&qdeo cabbie fits h_to a special shaped itck which is labeled S.oVIDEO.
Cot'mecr @e S.Video (_£r_leto the ia(k cm the 3N' a_'ld the fad< on the (k v ce.
3. Connect yo_r audio cables.
(kmnec_: the audk_ {\_ ire and red) cables t<ad_e R and L A[ 1)10 jacks on tl_e _t*_
_md to d,e audio o_tpm jacks o1"_the de_icc. Jt_st match the coke, s.
Audio cables
Viewing the Picture from the Connected Device
The de,dee n _hi.sexamp e (oukl be a VCR DVD pb}er s rodlike ree<ivur o_ cable box.
it is connected _o_he i'\'s S-\idco iack To view this device:
1. 'l%rn on d_e TV and _he devke.
2_ Press the INPIT but[on on the remo_e contz'o] to toggle through the Video Input
Channels tmti you see %a_:\'Tdisplayed in ihe channd ban*_er
Re:member: When you use the S-Video c_-mnection described herc_ you cannot use t|m
Video jack for a connection at the same time,
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in the TV
Plug the end of the i)ower cord into a grom_ded wali oufleL ]nse_ the ph_g compk_te_ 3 inK)the
outlet,
Put Batteries in the Remote
Remove the bakery compamnent cover hom the back of _:he remo_e by pushing d<_w_
and sliding off the (oven
° Insert 2 lrcsh 'AA' bakeries, Make slate the polarities (+ and -) are aligl_ed corJ_ct_y to the
diagram inside the batmry compm_ment,
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the Initial Setup
{he technical term is _Navigati(m' - hov_you mo'_e through the
('t " '"
m-screen menus, lhe method is d_e same tt_rottgl_otlt [Iw menL scree_ s
highlight your (:hoice and select it,
*[b ose the [V's menus, press the FV button on the remote control.
['his puts the TV and mmom in TV mode, Press the MENU bum)n and
hig-_ligh_ ihe merit iiem you want wid* the up a_d dowr_ am)w bu!tons
on the remote. Use the _p or down arrow button to move up or down.
Use the right or left arrow button to move right or Ieff,
To seleei lhe item thai you've highlighted, pr(>s ()K
Note: H@bh,qbted mea_ that :be rm!,_u _tem stands out fivm
otbe:r me*_agftems <_ the l_st (2{!_p_a*>"darl,,#< br*gbter or a
Turn on the TV
Press ON.OFF, iW"((m _:lu_rcmote)_ or press PO_EI ,, o1_d:_eTV's [font
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Complete the Initial Setup
AI70 CTIA>d\7_Z57L.IRCI! is the menu you should see when you t:mstturn on the
'I'V_h allows the TV to search ik}raH ehannds view able th*_mgh your digital and
analog connections. This is sometimes ¢ alted auto programming.
1. Fr<m_the Auto (;._glrn,e/3'earc:[_ met_u press the right an'ow button to choose
the .q{_na[ 5>urce. 7he default is Bo&_ To cl:_oose D{qit_d or Ana/oR, p_ess
the right arrow button.
2With the S/2¢nat Source chosen, press the down ar_x)w Nm:on tc, select the
signal Wpe (Ante_ma or Cab/e)_ Now select St(_rt and prvss OK AUTO
OL4NNEL ST+tRCtl searches all the avai_al>_e eham_eL {This step might take
10-15 mimltes depending on your content provider).
3. Once the search is complele, setting the menu language is next For
information on customizing your channels or menu options, go to Chapter 3.
Note: z{fler yo_ co_,g)]ete t_JeA_dn C'_._a_ze[,Sk_arcl_!:oz_ *!'if(l,See an
addilioa?al :_c_:ee,_,"Thne s_c_redi*_ the TV _'t*:O' be inc{.",_wct q/h'r a :u:,sof
po'lge:: Ph,aosechecb the H_1_efn hge 2L,_'e *!_en_' ;_:(}, ap/)ed< rol_i_di_g
Fo_: that the li_e set1_,tg :x into,Teet. G'n to l:d,ge 36 fnr *_*orei,{/brmati:_n.
Choose the Menu Language
To set the kmguage, use the arrow bunions to hightigh_ La_<_ua,_&_The detauk
hmguage is FmgHxb,"I2_chtx_sc another kmguage, press _heright arro_ bution
on the remo{e, choose the language and press OK,
Analog channel
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Digital channel
entry
Tuning to a Channel
Ann{log <hanncls display on your TV h_ a rectangk: as you cuter the numbers_ You can use the
number buttons on the remote to access channe s In the exampIe bek_w, you can enter 12
or 012 to get the same channel. 'R>enter a one-digit channel, such as charmeI 8, just press 8.
A_'_erentering the channel, press OK. The CLEAR button {_*_the remote dears nil entries.
Digital channels can have both primacy channels (like the analog channel number) and
subchannds. Digital dmnnds display in a larger rectangle that can contain up to eight
numbers. Nm_bers _o the left of the (dash) are the mah_ channel number; numbers to the
right are the subchannel numbers R)r stations that broadcast: more than one signal,
In the example to the left, press 'I". press 2" (although 012 is shown in the example.
pressing '(1' isn't required) and ther_ press the right arrow butt{m to move to the snbchannel.
Press 1" and then 'OK." The TV runes to channel I2-1, If channel 12 is broadcasting
subchannel signaIs, you would enter number.'s [ha_ would access the other sig*mls. {t xampte:
12-1, t2-2, 12-3). If the selection times ot, t you must start over. Once youve emered al the
numbers to a channel press OK. 'lhe CLt{ARbutton on the remote dears all entries.
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Tuning to a Channel (continued)
Some c|mn*_els might havL' been f_tmd dtu'b_g the channel search thzlt me tmavailable to
view and you might want to get rid of these so they don't appear as you change channels.
"[o do this go to Main Mem:/Set_q: tnea_#,Zist &LabeIs_ No_e that removing channels f_x:m_
yot_r channel list may be time cor_suming, so you might want to do it later. Go to page 33 R)r
details on editing your channel list.
What to Expect
Watching TV
Remember: If you have an _ma]og signal connected to your ANTENNA/CABLF_ ANALC)G
INPUT, then view analog cham_els on. your A_mlog [npt_t. (The ANTENNA button on the
remote tt_nes to vbe analog/digital _nputs). Analog cl_annets am sent i_aa 4:3 tbrmat. ":ott
can press the lefl arrow and right arrow buttons o_ gheremote lo choose different screen
ti_rmats (4:3, 16:9 o:r Su-etch). Tl_is is also known as the aspect ratio. (;o to page 30 R_r
examples o/ screen formats.
Remember: If you have a digital s_gnal con,meted m you,: ANTENNA!CABLE DIGFIAL
INPUT, _t_en view digital charmers o_ your Digital Input. (°l\he ANTENNA button on the
remote tt_nes to tl_e analogidigit_] inpttts). Most digital channels are se_t in a 16:9 format;
it deperK{s <m how the st _tior_ is l})rmatt ng the video. If so, you'll see gray or black barn
at the top and bouom of the screen. "_t, ca_ press the ]ef_ a_d _-ig:t_arrow buttons _o
choose dit:l_rcn_ screen !_)rmats (4:3, 16:9or Stretch). This _salso known as the aspect
ratio. Go to page 30 t}}rmore inR)rmati,:m.
Note: D@im! statio_._"i_'_l_ati_:e4 3 f_rmat O'oa_If see bla& or gs_0 bg_:_"or/thesides <g tbe
pic:ure sent as part q/°tbe signa: fi,*ornthe broadca.,teO m{g4:_tno_ ba__:the <g:_io_a:o &ar_ge
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Remote Buttons
ANTENNA Toggles to digilaI or an:dog charred inputs. Refer to p _ge 6 for a
full description.
_row buttons (A _,) Use to highlight different items in the T% menu system.
(,I, ll>}Adjusts the menu controb.
(0-9) Number buttons Enter d_annel numbers (rek_r to page 1.4), dine nettings
(ere to page 36) kd)e]s (refer to page 33) and noted d messages (refer to page
39).
CC Toggles closed captioning On, Qff'or Muted=On.
CH + or CH - Sc:ns tip or do',',n through all dm avatab]e stations {m anak*g
a<*dior digital inputs. Press once _o change the channe up or down; press and
hold to continuously change channds
CLEAR Removes any menu or display Dora the screen and retnrns you to
normal TV viewing Cancds the Skip *1imer if no other screens are present. Abo
dears closed captioning if turned on.
DVD Puts the remote in DVD mode and if Auto "]"nnir_gis enabled, will turn on
the TV and tune to the correct DVD i_put channd. This button lights when you
pr<:ss at valid button in DVD mode (see page 18 tin" more inJimnation).
FAVORITE Press to brov,'se the el:runnels in your I:7woritv List. Refk'r to page 36
for more in}ormation.
FORMAT During norton] _F_iviev,,h-_g,changes tlhe current format (aspect
ratio and magnification) of the image o_ screen The fix-mat status appears
momentarily. Format control s not available for digital 16:9 broadcasts. Refer to
page 31 for more intommtion about diHL_rent tTn'mam.
GO BACK Relums you to die prevk:ms channel or IiieHL1,
INFO Brings up the clmnnel banner. Press again to remove. Reff'r to page 23
i_r more int_)rmat_on,
INPUT Brings up the L_J>L;7'menu with the available inpnt sources ( 1711)l,
S""_ ..... }>' '
FR:VT] ,!'7Q\ I an'd (, fI _7). 1 o resume TV viewing conti_'me to press IlK" INPI 717
button or press the Ct|+ or (]]I-b0tto:._.
MENU Brings up the _,I,:4L_'MI:iVU s}stem.
MUTE Reduces the TV's v(}ltilr_le t0 its U]illilI]LiD] IeVd. Press ag{iJin 10 reslore
the voltime.
OK When in the menu system, selects highlighted items.
ON,OFF Turns dm "IN on and ore A/so turns off all componems if pressed
twice immediately, In VCR or DVD mode, and if programmed, turns the device
or_and ore
PRESETS Press to b,owse the c]]oices ii:7tile ticgznx menu. Ref_:r to page 32
for more inf_)rrrmt:iorL
1W Puts the remo_e in TV mode. Turns or* the "Iai and tunes _o the last viev_ed
TV channel or input. This button lights whe_? you press a valid buttm in TV
mode.
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SFJP Press once before changing channels; watch the screen [or the ,S'Ktt_ box
( ) to appear. Enter tile new chained number. The T\ will change
to tt_e new chmmd aad return to the orfgina] channel in 30 seconds. Press
repeamdly to add more time, 'lb cancel die skip timer; press CLEAR.
SLEEP Allo',_s you to adivate/deacdvme the sleep d:mer b} taking you to the
Sk_c(p7)met niemL Refbr to page 36 for more il_formation.
SOUND :Displays d_e So_nd menu. Rd_:r to page 31 fl>r more inferma_ion.
¥CR Pu_s the remote in VCR my>de and if Auto Tuning is enabled, will turn on
the TV and rune {o the conTecl input dmnnek 'Jl_fs bn[ton ]ighB whel_ you pless
a valid himon in VCR mode (see page 18 for more ir#brmadonL
VOL- or VOL + Decreases or inci'eases d_e 'lV's voklme. If the sound has been
mumd_ VOL + cancds mute.
Component Function Buttons
_Ihe l4!tto_s J_ulov_'are _ctNe onc_° {he compo _en_ but_ns (1)VD, VCR) h_v'e
been pressed,
Important: 7be remole mgo' hog &, compaiibh, _z_iibal! mo&,ls (fall
bttl_d,v _f/'co_ll],_o;lctlI,< ,ll also t!_a:F _lot o/)(?_wlc (dl l')_itcHo_,s" oj lb_;' !"_?g_om
lbaf Ca#t{"l_;i;b )'¢_StrcottlDotte_tt.
REVERSE, PLA3; FORWARD, RECORD, STOP, PAUSE If p_-ogmmmed,
provides transport control for some rem{*te controllable VCRs and DVD p]ayers.
GUIDE Guide is avaihfl_e on b on s{m_e models.
Component
fun¢_o_
bu_on$
Toturnoff_tttheRCA,G&andPro_an
component_ that are coone¢ted to the TV,
pre_s ON*OFF twice within two seconds.
This feature only works with most RCA, GE,
and Pro,can products
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C@nnecti@ ns Se :up
Programming the Remote to Operate
Other Components
+lhe universal remote can be programmed _o operate mosl bJands of remole
conn:oilable comp<mems. The Jxmlot:uis ;dready programmed lo operatu most
RCA, GE, and Proscan componems,
Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote
'Ii) deiermine whether the tmiversal remote needs to be t')r_)gr.qlm'ned to opt'rate
one of the components connected to your T\.', such as aVCR, do the R)Ilowing:
7 Turn on thecomponent (]inthisexampIe, a VCR).
2. Poim the remote at the cotnponent.
3 Press the cor,vsponding: component button (in this examp e, the VCR
button).
,Press ON-OFF to see if the VCR responds If the VCR doesn't respond, you
need io program the rem(_te to operate iL
Important: 7De remote mgO, not be co_sdoatibk? with all modelsqfa/l
bnmds qf comporzenga_ 0 also may not o/)era*e al! fimclfo_Lll q/'U)e *w_oW
Zbat came with your conspon_*td.
You'll _se these buttons when
you program the remote for
other devices.
Programming the Remote
Tilert" are two ways to l)f()gr,_im tilt" i'eH;iote C(mir<)]:
Tostop the automatic _ode search without
programming any ¢ompooents, press a_d
hold CLEAR.
{:lUD:)lIl_lf.JC code se irC]l
direct enl:D_
Using Automatic Code Search
"lTht:' flJllovdng insvruclkms c':m be used to program lhe remote to operate eacl
o[ yol;lr coJ'riponents. If you want to stop the atltom It e code search llVitlrlOUl
programming any of your compogen[s, press CLEAR until the componer_t bumm
(DVD, VCR) ight o_l the rc_mom rams ofti
2.
Turn on the compoilent you waist to ope_te,
Press a_ld hold the cornporm_xt btsftot* yot_ wa_{ to program (like VCR).
\g"]li e tloldi_g the c()lrlpo_c*_[ frail.on, press and hold ONoOIT until i]*e
component bu{Iog (DVD, VCR) Iigh_ on the mmo_e rams off, The_'_ release
botlJ button/s,
3_ Poin_ the remote ac the component, Keep fl_e remote pointed at the
(omponenl until tile end of this step_
Press and release PLAY;therl waic 5 seconds oruntil the component button
(DVD_ VCR) light on the mmom stops flashing.
At i:his poff_t the remote is searching {or file correct code to program. If\ afier
5 seconds, the (omponent you want to operate does not turn off: press PLAY
again to tell the remote 1o seaich 11_enext se_ of c_xJes_
Qmthnws on ,aux'/l;,,_,_e,,
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Using Automatic Code Search (continued)
Continue pressing PLAY nnti_ the compotlent turns off or the component button (II)VD, \.CR) light on the remote
turns off. if the comp®nent button ligh_ tun_s off, thc'n MI codes f_r that partic@ar component ha_e been tested
once. If d_e component does aot rum off, then the remote can't be programmed to operate that component.
[f the component yon want to control does _urn oh::
1. Plvss and release REVERSE, then wait 2 se<_mds. Repeat fills step unti the device turns back ON.
2. "R)finish, press and hold STOP until tt_e componen_ button (I)VD, VCR) hight on {he remo_e turns oil A code that
contro s yo_lr component has been saved to that remote button.
Using Direct Entry
1, Turf7 on the component to be programmed.
2. Look up _he brand and code number(s) k>r the component on the code list m tills section.
A Press and hold the conponenl: but:to_ you want to prngram on [he remote.
4. Enter {he code from the remote controI code list on the tbliowiJ_g pages. ]f the (::ompoaer_t button (DVD, VCR)
iight on the remote flashes, you have either entered an i_valid ('ode or the butm:a isn't programmable.
5. Release the componerH: button, poi_l[ tile R'nlotc' at the component and then press ON,,OF[; to see if the
eompone_t responds to tile command. If it doesn't, tW pressing the compor_ent butRm anti then ON,OFF again.
,, ]f you g_:t no response, repeat fl:ese steps using the next code listed R_r your brand, until _he component responds
to the remote cxmnna_qds.
* l_ yew try all the codes tr_)ryour component bmr_d arid none work, tW %e automatic code search method. If
automa ic code search doesn't fred the code, the remote is _mt eompatibIe with your eompor_ent.
How to Use the Remote A er You've Programmed It
lR_caus<" this univcr_a[ remote can control dill;trent (ompon_nts (TV, DVD, VCR) it use_, operational modes triggered
by the (x>mponent buttons. For example, if you want the remora _o control the TV, yoLl would press the TV button to
put the remora into '1%'mode before you cot_id conttxi the TV
1. Press the appropriate component button (VV, DVD, VCR) _o set the remote to control the componem.
2 Press ON-OFF to turn {he component on or off\
3 Use the remote buttons flint appl_ to dat component.
Notes: Tl.:_eremote m@: Hot &, compat_Me wiff._a!/ brands and modds of compo*_e*_ts. B aIso m@: not operc,_
allfi__ctJons q!the *wmoWthat cg_me u,_Th,yo*_rcoat,portent
g'yc,,_ ke,:7_)pr,:,sx*n:¢buttons a*_d nothing happeltx, the ,emote i:_proba5{l' in the tvt>*g mode_ lq:m m_tsl pr_ss
the com[_otzent bt_tgon that matcb{,s the co*at[:o*_e*_t you _,ant Io (g)erz*t_' (Le+, (fl Fou g_'a*_t t(* (p_'*_:te the L)I'D
pla3'_:_; pr_'ss L)t 7.) o_ the tz, n_ote c(:n_trol to put the _'_tOte i_ I) VI) mode'. )
Using the INPUT Button
[se _he :INP[YI_button to scroll through the avai_:_ble input channels and view eon_ponents you have c(mnected to the
TV.
1. :Press TV to place the remote in TV mode. Make sure the component you want to view is turned on,
2. Press INP[T to tune to an available [*_put ch;mnel.
3. Ib return to the channel you were previously w:m'hing on TV, p_'ss CH+ or CH- or use buttv)*_s0-9 to enter the
channd number.
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Remote Code List
VCR Codes
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Admb_+/.................................................. 2132
Adven_u m..................................................... 2020
Aiko. ............................................................. 2027
Air. a ............................................................. 2025
Akai ............................................................. 2¢`)03,
.......... 2004. 2005 20t17, 2€,!08, 2111i 2_I 2, 2113
Amerk:a+_ tHgh ............................................. 2112¢,
Asha ............................................................... 2{113
A,`dio Dynamk's ................................ 2009 2010
A,`diovox...................................................... 2€,/1i
Bell & }l<<well............................................... 2€,111
Beaunmrk ..................................................... 21113
B_v_kson c............................................ 2012, 2025
Calix ............................................................. 2€,114
Candle ......................................................... 2013,
.................... 201"L 20!5, 21116, 21117 2018 2€,119
Canon ....... 2112i 2022 2114
Capehart ............................................... 2020 21111
Cirve r............................................................... 2¢,!#12
CCE ................................. 21127, 2061
C¢,_¢,zer, ....................... 2013, 2_)1 €,
........... 2015, 20Vh 2_¢,7. 2018 2019. 2027
C_hmyme ........................ 2009
OJi .................................... 201il
C_aig ............ 211¢,3+21114 2023 2001
fhlr{is-Mathes .2000. 211a!9121113,2016 20¢`8.
................................ 2021, 2022, 2024, 2115, 2131
{iybernex ......................................................... 2013
I)aewoo. ........................................................ 21115,
.......... 2017= 2OI9, 2025, 202£, 2027, 2028, 2110
¢,)aytlon ........................................................ 211¢,1
I)t_X........................................................ 2009, 2€,)10
I) me+lsia ................................................ 200¢`) 213]
I)yaa{,:d_ ..................................................... 2€,/26
Elec[rohome ...................................... 2014 2¢`)29
E[ecm>p honk .............................................. 2¢,/14
Emerso_ .. 2012. 201], 2015. 2!21, 2024 2¢,)23,
2¢`)20,21_29, 2030 2031 2!¢,32, 2033, 2034+2033,
21!30, 2_37, 2{)38 2_J39, 20¢`0, 204i, 2042,2¢`)44.
2045, 2046. 21/47 2065, 2113, 2116. 2H7, 2130
Fishe_ .......................................................... 2011
........... 2023, 21148 2¢`)49,2050, 2113i, 2052 2118
F@ ...................................................... 202I 2119
Funai ...................................................... 2020
G:_r_;Llrd ......................................................... 202(*
GE .............................................................. 2¢,)€,)¢,/
2001, 2013 2¢,1212¢,!22 2051t, 2115, 2120 213]
Gok_s_ar ....................... 2009, 2014, 20I g_ 2¢`)54
Gmdien[c .................................................... 2¢,/26
t t;d-l_a_ Ka+xlo_ ....................................... 2009
tl;_r_ ood .................................................. 2¢,/0¢,
th:adquai:_e_, .......................................... 2€,/11
}tkat hi .................................................... 2¢,155,
................ 205€,,2057,210 _,2111I 2120 2122
tti Q ................................................... 2023
h_slunl Ileplay .............................................. 202¢`
J(]L ........................................................ 2¢,)21
[< Permey, 2009, 2010, 20¢`1, 2013 2014 2¢,121
2t122, 2055, 2056 2058, 2¢,t59, 2060+ 2107, 2118
Jel>en .......................... 2055, 2050 211¢,
JVC ............... 2¢,/09.2111/!,2011, 2018, 2111, 2123
Ke+_wood .................................................... 2009
................. 20!0. 21111,2¢,11¢,>2018. 2/11, 2123
K[t1 ............................................... 2061
Kodak ............................... 22111,2021
¢,Joyd .............................................. 2026
¢,,og_k ............................................... 20A 1
¢,,XI_................................................. 2014
Magnavox ................. 2021, 2022, 20d2, 200,3,
...................................... 21114 2105 2!¢,i8, 2124
Magnin ................................................. 2013
Mar:m_z ............................................. 2009,
.......... 2010 211_I. 21¢,16,2018 202¢` 2062, 2€,)64
M:,`tla ....................................................... 201 [
Mastas[ ira ................................................ 2021
Md .............................................................. 2€,)21
M_momx ........................ 2011 20 [3> 2014. 2021.
........................................ 2023 2026, 2!€,14,2132
MGA ....................................... 2{)29 2065, 2113
MGN Ibcl3no]ogy .................................... 2013
Mklla_/d ...................................................... 2053
Minok_ ......................................... 2{)55. 2056, 2107
Mi_subishi,, 2029, 2055, 2056, 2065, 2066. 2067.
2068, 2069, 2117t],207¢,+2072, 2073, 2074,2106,
21i3, 2123
MonLgome+v Ward .............................. 2075, 21321
Mor_o't,la ............................................... 2021, 21321
.............................................................. 2013, 2126
Ma+il_eds ........... 2_113,2011_ 2(}26, 2453, 2061
NEC ......... 2009, 20!¢,1,2011,2,016 2018, 2064
............................ 2¢,1=6,2078, 2079, 21!1, 2123
Nigko .................................................. 2014
N_l)[ex ..................................................... 201 "t
Olympus 2021
Op1¢,m_is .......................................... 21/14, 2132
Op_e_tica ............................................. 2096
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Chapter
C@mnecti@ ms Ne :up
Explanation of Jacks
'Ibis section dea;rix_s {he a(ks you can tls¢_ _o make conne<tio_s There ale several
combinations av rikd_le to connect de'_ ices to }(}tit T\.
Iii _i_lalNll, i Iii
_¢IDEO
L_
I _li)#
_UDIQ
_ tt II !p
ANTIINNA/CABLIE
ANALO_ INPUT
ANT_NNAYCA:BLI:
DIGITAL INPUT
AN'_OG INPUT Lets you connect a coaxial (RF) cable _o receive anabg
progranDT]ir]g through yoc*r came provider. Recebe off-air p_ogramming _.i'-ian
antenna. Refer to page 6 for more details.
DIGI'raL INPUT Lets you connect a coaxial (RF) cable to receive digital
programming through }our cable provider or receive ot!f-air digkal programming via an
antenna. Refer to page 6 for more details.
I se lhe ANTENNA bvltton to toggle between fl_ese RF inptltS.
VIDEO
llll#
AUDIO
eRllt r
VIDEO1 IN Lets yoti co_mect devices which irave AttdioiVk)eo (composite) o]_{ptrts
sud_ as V(Rs, 1)VI) players, saeiiile receivers cal?le boxes, (am<orders a_d video
game consoles. (;on/_ect: the left arid right at_dio jacks IDr sotmd.
o VIDEO Provklcs composi{e video co]tnec_ion l}le video eonnector is ustlally
AUDIO-L Provkk._s left a_idi_ coimecHon, The ell at_dio conneclor is _stmily
white,
AUDIO-R Provktes right mJdio connedior_, The righl audio connector is ustsaily
red
_iigJ!l_ill[I/_
To access _ke ¢:lex;k:ewhen txsing these lacks, pr<:ss the INPIJT bt]ltor_ on yotlr i'en?ote
tJntii Vlt)l appears,
I
AUDIO
Ill
COMPONENT IN Dgs yotl co_mect devices wkich have compor_en[ (Y Pb P[)
o_lcpnts st]d] as VCRs, I)V1) players, DV1)-PVRs, i)\'D recorders, satdlite a.*ce vers and
cane boxes. "ll_is com'_eclion provides optimum picma: qcrality becaise _:t_evideo is
separated into three signals, {se the AII1)IO I and R lacks t'r<n the VIDE() IN i ll?t][ to
connect fk_rsotmd,
_1'_ access the €levite when c_sing these lacks, pr<ss the INPIFr bnttcm on yore remote
tii_il (;;,iJi_\T appears,
Refer to page 9 for a de_aiied explaa:_aion of how to connect Y Pb Pr cables to yotir TE
[(!]ll_liliilll
C@nnect @ ns NeW,up
m
VIDEO
L_
|_QIJ
_UDIO
m_g?f
VIDEO OUT Les you connect your TV to external devices with inputs such as VCRs,
digit_il recorders or secondary monitors. Audio/video co npos:ite cables are t_sed ]i.>_this
connection
Impo_ant: D(q&d st_,aL_ a_ _zot az,ai]ah/c fb,'o,¢gb tba, VI!)EO OU71.
(A BlJf DIGI721L t)VPU]9 and :be component irg:_lts (g PIZ P_ ).
Ana[qg st'_gt_aL_,are a_'_[r#bf_, tbroH£'b lbe WDEO Og:7? (A:VtJ_3,14/C/tLCLE
A)ddLOG IA7%g'L VllJl:'O lA'a_td S I,qlJk'O.
Front/Side Input Jacks
YOu <an use the buttons and jacks on the front of your TV to operate many of the l"¢s t\:amres
S-VIDEO (INPUT) Lets yo_ cormect external devices whk:t:_ have S-Video outputs
st,lob as:
VCRs, DVD players, samI_ite ieceive_ arid cabie 1)oxes_ When using SoVkkx_, make
s_re m con_ec_ _he lwo audio cables as well as the S-Vide0 cormec_o_:
*VIDEO Prov des composite video connectior?. The video co_mector is t:tstmlIy
yellow,
° AUDIO-L Provides left audio connection. The left a_ldio connector is t,suaI_y
white,
AUDIO-R Provides right at*dio coni?ection, ]he right radio connector is t sua_y
red,
]'o access d_ device when using _hese jacks, press the INPUF butum on }our remote
tmti] I;R_XT appears 'i?_ access it with _]]e S-Video c(mnectkm, p_ess iNP[ JT m_iI
Remember: Use either the S-Video jack or the Video iack with the Audio L and R inputs,
You cannot use both Video inputs at the same time.
Front!Side Buttons
These bretons operate mat_y of fl_e TVs featm'es. Button t_lacen_ent varies pet mode{ 'tbur
model has buttons located ekher on the h:ont or side of the TV.
MENU/OK Brir_gs up the Main M_,_*_r.When in the mem_l s_stem, selects higfflighted items.
CHANNEl,-/+ Scar_s up and down through the currc'_t channel lint in the menu system,
acts like the ck_wniup arrow button on the rem_>te control. Use to higlnlight items.
",vOLUME -/+ Decre.asesiincrcases the vokune, In the mere, s?:qtem, acts like the left/right
arrow button on the remote control a_nd adjusts mem_ controls.
(SENSOR) Receives infrared signMs from the remora.
POWER ]'urns the TV on _md oil
Chap'_er 1
Channel Banner menu for an analog signal,
Channel Banner menu for a dlgital signal
Channel Banner
There arc several _tems that migh_ appear on screen when you press
the INF() burro _ or_ tl,_ remote. Tills d splay is called the CSanne]
Batmer, The _bllowing list describes the items on the Chai3nel Bam'_er
screen.
4:3 This _sthe tbrrna_ being displayed on._screen, Go to page 30
tot mo_-e i_ltbmm_:ion.
.....At
SAP Displayed _N:-_e_ the current d_am_el is broadcasdr_g S '
(Se(o _d A d o Prog_'mO {nl:_rma_io_ _ Ret_e_ to page 3 [ fo_ mo,_
in[(}llna{iot%
KtdPass: 08:30 Correspo_ds to t!_e KidPass fu_wtion 0x:fcr to
page 28). Sho_s the amotm_ of time left bef_re the "IN sw_tches
m sta ndby,
CC D_splayed wl_e_ Closed Captioning is available on the
current chan_'_ei,
07.'18 an, )|sp]a_s the ctment iime_
Displayed v,'ben yot* MilITE the sound.
The following Channel Banner display is available for analog
signals only::
12 NBC Disphys the curm_ ct_;mncl and lal>e_ assig_cd to d3c
dmnnel.
The following Channel Banner display is available for digital
signals only:
&l C_$'-ItD Displays @e current channel and the e/mnue[ ]abet
lhat you entered in the Lisl._ a_d LabeLs" screen.
Press @e INF() button i_vk:e {o bring up the program's rmme ant
dcscriplion, Lo,@kfor lba_,information to be displa_t:d oi_ digital
s_gnals o _ }%when av:@able.
Parental Controls and V-Chip
The choices in the U5%dV-CHIP mcm_ im'olv software inside your TV (referrcd to as V-Chip) wEicl'_ allows you to
bk_ck TV pl:ogl-alrls a_d movies based on violence, sex or other COlltent you may believe c]fi/drc.n should n_t view.
Once you Nook programs, you can unblock pH_gnlmS by en_e_h_g a password.
lly default, the software inside yore: TV is tamed "off." Fo17instruction, s to turn on %Chip, refer to Actiuaw I:>arcmcd
Control beio-w
U siing Features
How V-Chip Works
V-< hip reads the program's age-based rating ('tT'-_IA '7W-!4 etc.) and contc>nt themes (t:7olencP (VL AdMI La_Dg_¢a<qc
(L), etc,). If you have blocked the rating and/or content themes that tl_e program contains, you will receive the
message: 75is cbattnLq has not !'_e,_ gg]4oro_edfi_r z,i'euw(g. (_'_a_g_ clean*re; orprus._- OK to e_t_J p_t.v._'*P<n'dand
wmporar#p d_,acth:ah, the P_:o_>_talCiJnlroL
Broadcasters are not required to prox kle content themes, so programs received with no con_ent themes will only be
blocked ii: 3ou block their age based rafi*_g. You cal_ also block out programs that ha_e been give_n a rating o[ Not
Rated and programs flint are considered unra ed_
The TV age-based ratings and content themes you can block are identified and explained in detail in Chapter 4.
The f011ox_.ing sections give b_ou more details dx>u[ how to change the stares of T\ progr mi limits.
Parental Control is locked.
A password is necessary to
change settings_
Activate Parental Control
Note: 71_e I'A,%WORD x_n#en cg_Ix_atx tbe firx* time you _m_r the
[_¢re_tta[ CbHtro[ mPn_. ]_}#]{m,the o_ screett _tstr_dm_ts _, cruate potlr
I{.tS'SWORD _ts_!g Ibe numbeY b_l_n'_s on lbe *vmot_'. If poufo_et your
pa,_:_u,ord, pa£e 29 bax _nslr_*ctfons o_f ho_¢' lo c,Sat<ge it.
This feature lets you activate and deactivate paten{at {{mm)I tk,att]res,
From tl_e t_:IRk?A75_LCOATROfi menu, press the down arrow breton to higNight
Loc#
l _e_s the right or [eft arrow buttot_ to activate (box has check mark) or
de:tc[ivate (box doesn't have check n-lark)PARk \ 724L(2.)A 7N()L features.
Remernber: If yot_ do _o_activate Paf_ental O)nt*,ol (by locking it)none of
I arental Contr01 featt,ms will take efti_ct.
Set V-Chip TV Programming Limits
1, Choose l:_'o<_a/(io_ro! from the _:fai_ _h,_m_;rod press _he OK brat{re.
2. ]IigtJight ,Si¢li_gx in the next ParP*_ia: Co_tlroi s(ieen, then press the right
a rr{£}_: ])t_[tot ,
3_ ttighligh_ U<_ V(,/.)ip, Press the right arrow buuon, Then select TVIeagg_tgs
a_d press dm right arrow button,
4_ Once you get to the 717!¢AFgA_(;LtMtTscrecn, use the arrow buttons artd
OK on your remote to change _he smms ol a "FVprogram truing from view
(_') to block (I_1) or content theme from View (t) u_ Block (1:0.
Chapter2
U si[i,ng tlhe %% Features
The V-Chip Rating Screen
The f'oHowing is an example of '0,here items are k;K:_tcd within the TVRATZ'_,'G "LIMIT so'teen
i/Content Themes
Liststhe content themesyou can block
or view. Refer to chart at top of next
page.
Lets you SeleCt from a llst of _ge-
based ratings you can block or view.
Refer to _hart below,
Lets you select which content themes 1:o
view for the selected rating and whether
the status of the content theme b
currently View(V) or Block (B),
TV-MA i[ Mature Audience Only
TVoi4 [ Parents Strongly
Cautioned
TV-PG F Parental Guidance
Suggested
TVoG I[ General Audience
TWY7 [ Directed to Children 7
years and older
TV-Y [ All Children
Blocking Age-Based Ratings
You can aulomatk'a[]} blo_k all program raiings above a specified agc_
based rating level
'[b block programs with higher rqtings:
1. Press the up or down anTow button [o scroll to the radng
con:esponding v_;ith the k>wes_ rating you do n{_t wa:nt the child to
watch.
Press the OK button to toggle between vfew _ _ ) mad
block ( Ih ), The status for the rating Iisted to the left and all] higher
r _tings aulomadca]ly cl;langes to block ( II ).
Press the up or down anow bu[lon to highlight Go Bac# and press
Obt,
4. After you Bbck age4:>ased ratings, you can change some of the
ratings back to _iew ( _ 1,
tfmit_ to ta_e qj;fect, R@ r l 'pa, q{ 24.
Osiin@ Features
Adu!t !anguage
_I Fantasy VioHence
8ra_dcasters are n_t required to provide content
themes or age-based ratings;
Onty the content theme s_atuscorresponding to
TV..14 (L) language cha _ges to (_J_Vie_aLHigher rated
conte_t themes, such as that for TV_MAfenguage, do
not change.
Blocking Specific Content Themes
You can bkwk programs based on _heir content (Content is repvcsen_,ed
by fl_e IZ g &Vand FV o_ your scrcert.) When you block a content
theme lbr a particular ra[ing, y{m autommfcal_y bk)ck that contem theme
h>r higher rated programs as wall.
To block program content:
luDetermine the content themes you want to block
2. Press the down arrow butlon t:>scrolf to the rating whose comem
theme yon wan_ to change.
3. Press the right arrow bt_tto*¢to move tl_e highlight to a particular
content: ]bemc stattis.
4. Press the OK button to change its status to B. (In the example o_1
the previous page, yo_ block die language (L) corresponding with
TV-I4. The language for 71M4A 1_blocked as welD.
5. After :;o_ Block specific conte,lt themes, yo_ can change some of
the corttem d_emes back to (!,) view,
Blocking USA V-Chip Movie Ratings
The L_OD'k' 1/;47Z\'(;Sscrc_ le_s you deride _,hich TV programs _.a_ amf
(armor be vie_ ed.
1% set Movie programmi,',g _imi_s:
1, Choose Paremal Comr_[ fiom the Main Me_m a_d press lhe OK buiton.
2_ tlighlight &tth_2s ir_the gex_ ,t'atw**t_fl(_(m,_rc,/scr_en, the_ press the rig}_t
arrow b{tttoJ%
3, tligbligh_ _1%_V+C_@, Press the right; am)w buts:on+ Then select Movie
t;atm,_s and press the right arrow l)u_on
4, Once yot get to the Mor[e RattleRs sc_'een, use _he arrow buttons and
OK on your remote to char_ge the stares of a TV program rating from
view ( _ ) to block ( @ ).
Press the OK b_tton to change its s_att]s to block the lock icon ( _ )
appeam. All ratings above the one you seIec_:ed change to tock.
Notes: }b_ retest remember to activale [>aro_ta[ (/cm_z'o/jbr raH*_g
[imil's to tg_kegQbci, Rej>r to I)_{ge 24.
g),ou /b*get >,ourpas,_u'o*< .I:o*_ca_ reset it. Make s1_rethe 7g *,s{?[/i
Pr(,ss _O!.- ora lbe 7'VX/}on/pgiHe[ a_d tbetz (.'!.tS.*/tR0_1the remote fi)r
a[gwoximat@ 5 secouds. 7be TV u'Lq turn on. 19_er a new pg_._uord
the _ma'! gme ),ou access lbe I,'ARI_:TdL CO;\'7_)L menu or the 'ITMI:
111_!'TI_A
Chap{er2
Usi[i,n@ tlh@ %% F atur@s
Blocking Canadian V-Chip Movie Ratings
ff yol_ retch e Canadim_ programs yon can Not!-: Canadia_ E_qlisb and
[grt'HC5 b*-(J._fp rtttflqgs. Whert you bkxk a particular rati_g, )_m aulomatica[_y
Mock die higher rated programs as well.
To block Cnnadi;m English al_d French program ratings:
1. Choose/>are_!al Control fi'om the Main Menu and press the OK button.
2. ltighlight &_llmqs _n the next Parenmt (;bntrot screen; then, press the right
arrow butto_l.
3. Itighlight CAi\IdDA V-(.hip. Prcss the right arrow button. Then sdect either
h'_l_[ishtCaH_g or French A_atfJTgand p_ess the righ_ arrow.
4, Determine the rating you want to block,
5. Once you get _o the RATING' scrc'en fi)r your choice, use tt_e arr_yv, butioas
and OK on your remote to change the stares of _lTV program r tting h'om
view ( _ ) to block ( lit ) ,
Press the OK bt_tton to change it.,,status to b]kx'k - [he k_ck icon
( II ) appears and all ratings above dee one you selectee change to lode
Note: Vou m_¢st remember go aegis'ale Par_,*_/at(.'o_itvMfi>r az¢t:i_g/imHs
to tal_e {fleck. Re/er t<>l_4_e 24.
V-Chip Exempt Program Block
The li_xemH P_x'_ns option ]c:ts you decide if programs that dk: V=Chip
recog_]izcs as urlr:dc'd can ];,__'viowed. |-nratcd TV l):rog_ams may include ncxvs
sports, po[i0c_d, religious, ocM _md weather pro)grams, emergency bulletins
public annotmcemen|s and programs without ratings. The li'xemp¢ opton
applies to both USA and Canadian tmrated programs, a_d Canadian prog:mms
rated E.
U#locked All m_m_ed p,x:>gramsare available.
Locked All m_raled programs are not _e,aihbie,
Go to the l:_are_zta!Cbntro[ screen and pick &,/tia,_;s and press OK. In the
P_re_ta/Cbmrol 5"_/tir_f4._screen press the down arrow button to h:[ghlight
t:_t?_zpl P_i*4ms. "Flle_ press tile _Jglll an:ow btl[tOn 10 toggle betwee,_ the lock
( i_l ) and tmlock ( II_ ) icon.
Note: }im m_s* remember t_) acrid,ate Parema! (_b_tro/ fi>r r_H_j_ limits
to t_k_" _;t_]_ct. R@_r to I_a_e 24,
U siing Features
Note: [:ke the, C_d_ndar
(Z_mtur 7_)_te memo to ._¢I lbe
dHnY*Ytt _J((p.,
Activate KidPass
This feature allows you to specKy how much TV you want a child to watch, The
choices and a briet explanation are as foIiows
Curre,tt Day Shows the cun'en[ day such a.s M_mdaj4 7)¢e.,//2*y... or
SmMtO,. The value o4 Cu_'ent l)_!t_ changes at tomatica]Iy to the day after at
12:00anz
Monday to Sundggv The selected options are l;)'_e. 00)_0/o !6 O'() v_ith
30 minute steps. The settings are valid eve W week Once the viewing
allowance of current day is elapsed, d_e 'FV is switched to standby and no
_ake up timer event can take place for that day. If the FV is switched on
whffe the viewing alk>wance of current day is elapsed, sound is mumd and
the PAS_tVORtJ menu is displayed on the screen. Make sme to set the time
and calendar in your "IV_ReK'r to page 36 f*," more information.
NOte. )'Ou must remember" to acgivaw Parental Cbntroljbr r_gtfng lftnito_
to tcd,_{,q['fi,ct.R_Tfi,rto pa£e 24.
Block Channel
This option work> differently with diffcrenl s gnals, If you are using the
ANTI_t/CABL,£ I)IGIY£_L £\7_g77 follow stops bek}w tlhen press the down
alTr{yvvto higlflig]M Bh_ck all. Press the right or left arrow to ]bk}ck (box has check
mark) or unb ock (box doesn't have check mark) the channel selected {in step
3. Digita_ channels cannot be blocked individually.
ff you a tv using the ANTI_A{4/(/AIH£ Al"_,24LOGLX:I>tiTtheu Block Channel
works as described below
This option lets you block specific channels.
1. From the PAREATdL COA'TROL merm press the down arrow butt{m to
highl:ight .S'ett*'r_gsand press OK.
2. Press the down arrow button to highliOtt 13k,ck C_I and press OK.
3. With ,5;t4ucgCtt highlighted, enter the channel number you want lo lock.
You can use the right and left arrow buttons to scroll through tlhe ehanne_
numbers.
4. Press the down arrow to highligh_ t_/ock, Press the right or ieft arrow
to 5[{_ck(lock shows in the locked state) or _nblvck (lock shows in {he
unlocked stare) the channel selecmd on step 3.
In the example to the left, channeI 12 fs blocked. You can block as many
channe]s as you like the stops above_
,AIote: }}_u*l't_gstre_**ea:_/:;_?rlo acifvaW t_arental (:b,_l,_l./br r(._ti_[a[amfl._"
to l<:d,_e<LYecl.R{,/er to p<<qe24.
Chapter2
O siii,ng tlh @ %% F atur@s
Front Panel Lock
Select ng this option lets you h?ch {disable) or _;_d(_ch (enable) the TV_s front
panel b_ttons The remote, still tunes to any (hanneL so remember to remove
access [o any remote that c:m operate the television
1. From the I'AR-bSVI21L COA:7"I;'OL menu, press the down arrow to highlight
,S2_t_ng._',The I_,IREIYT)_L CO/\TROL 57f777/\;(7_: metal appears Choose Lock I:)1
(t/r_nD I'a*wl toward the hot:tom of the list.
2, Press the right or left arrow button to mrn on (box has check mark) or off
(box doesn'_ have ched_ mark) front panel lock.
Future Ratings (Rating Region)
You migt_t notice an ad_ Rional _ption in the f'ARI/_Ft?IL CONTROL 5/_;771,.Y(L_"
mere, tlhat wasn't fl_ere bcl))m Sh_ce broadcasters ha_e the abiility to add new
ra[ings for FV programs, _his option lets yot__define more pa_m_e_ers for yoL_r
TV viewing_ like parental cor_rois. This option and it's name are deper_den_ oJn
conteJ_ liom the broadcaster.
Note: O_w_>acq_t# _dfi'om a broadcasL these *z*tm_s witl be avaik_b/_
Change Your Password
Selecting this option let_ you simp/}, c_mtc _ _ev, password a_ an} time Once
you enter a ne_ password Dora (/toa_ge Passwd in tt_e t_4RID,7_L COATROL
menu, it ix the pass_vord you use unlil yO_.lehange it again
Rese ing the Password
ff you torget your passe, oral, you can reset it. I:_:_e is how to do it:
1, Make sure the q_\_is off,
2. Press VOL- on the I%. front panel and then CLEAR on the remote for
the "_N w_lI t_rn back (m,
approxim_le]y 5 seco_tds. " _ ....
3. En[er _ ne_,_ password the next lime you access lhe I-_ARE,NT/ALCONTROL or
the 7_ME tner_u,
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Additional Feature
Format Optkms is an addit onal t_'ature avaiIabk_ b} using thu remote control.
Format Options
The {'ormatbutton on the rcm_te/uts you (hange the _rmat wit}_ a_mc....bu_ton press ra[]lcr than nav[ga[ing to the
FORMAT'menu. Difl;er_ttl[ k)rmaLs available ff)r your model arc 4:3, t5:9 arid Stre{ch. If you want to adjust your image,
d]oose ari option below. Page 36 has lneml int'orm;{,titm on screen [_)rmats.
Notes:Aspect ratiox art, dct<:rmh,_d @the broadcax,ct; a_d a_tay cha,'q_,{,fi'o_ oHc p,%qram I(_artotbe_:
7be /branat of some vf&,o cam_ot be chargcdl
4:3 Models (HD27F754T,HD27F534TandHD32F754Tonly)
gray or
blacR
bars
i6:9 (format} 4:3 Stretch
16:9 Models (Ho30wss4r and HO26WSS4ronlyJ
16:9 (format) 4:3 gtmt_:h
(When the signal
received iS4:3)_
Chapter3
Sound Menu
_lk_access the _,oHt_d menu, press MENU on the remote mrd selec_ ,_()bWD fi;om
the Mah_ ,<fhn'm. Depending o_ the kind of sigf_aI you're watching, the _S?_nd
metlu will bate difl}.'rent kems awdlabie tor you to adjust.
Treble Press tile _ight allow but{(m to in(nease Ihe outpost a,qd the ]eft airow t*)
decrease.
Bass Press t}_eright arrow buuon to h?crcas,e file output and the left arr<_w to
decrease.
Balance Press the right am>w button to increase the audio output in the r_ght
speaker; press the left arrow bttum to i_nc_x_,asethe a(idio ot tput i_ the iefl
Effect Pr(ss tim right amr, v button to s_oii tlm)ugi_ the available (_ptions:
P(n:_'o_aL TbeaZ_.,<M_¢.vic,Speech and l)_ba_ced.
Sound Type Press d:ie right arv*_wbutloi_ lo scroll throtlgh the available audio
types which control the way the soured comes through your speakcn*:
Mono (only available for analog signals) Plays {tie sound i,/raono
o_ly. Use this sett og wl_en receiving broadcasts with weak stem<) signals.
Stereo Splits the i_x)mi_ng stereo audio signal imo left and right chan_els_
Enhanced (only a_ilab_.[or analog ,_4nals) Makes the sotmd
si nula{e summnd sound,
Note: Mos_ TV prq,g _wms and *x,<ordr_dmalerials bav_: stereo a_Mio.
7f_e word STZ:Tqt:'Oc_!_,)qamo_z the' ¢hamwl banner u,he*_.po_ t_*_e to a
pm,_ram that is brua&ast in sh,re(z
SAP (Second Audio Program- only available for analog
broadcasls) Plays the prograu's audio in asecond _anguagc, if one is
available, The 'P,_displays tim wo_-d 5;4P in the channel banner when you tune
{o a program tha_ is broadcast wRh SAP i_ormatiog. SAP audio is broadcast in
m(mo, SAP is also used u) b_oadcast apax_gram's audio with descriptions of the
video R)r the visualiy impa red. Press the righ_ arrow button I:oturn £4P o_ or
Int. Speakers (lmernal,_'peake:rs) Turns the "P_'s imemal speaker'_ on or
elk Turn oil! the internai speakers if you ha','<: an radio rcceive_ conneeled to
Ihe TV Press tile right arrow bu_ton to turn/,'?t 5"pea/_e,:s"on or elf
The tbllowing items am available R)r digital broadcasts only:
SAdv. Setti_g._ I[_e these op_i<ms furd3er custom z< your "lV's sotmd.
Audio Output Press the right arrow to scrot_ tbrot_gh the (_p_io_s:
Fixed Allows fixed ouqmt fi_)m the TV's audio Otllpui jacks to an
exlema/device, such as a surround sound ampli_er
Variable A/k_ws variable outpu_ from ttle T\:'s at:die output jacks.
Auto I7ol Level (Auto Volume Level) Redaces the annoying [?lasts in
volume dulmg commercial breaks. Eliminates the need io cot_stantly adiust
_ ume conuoL Press the right arrow button io ttlrn it on or ell
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Cut: Language (Current Digital Channel Audio Language) Press the right arrow
button Io choose the attdo hmgrmge avai[ab c l:or the program yot_ re watching. The
language you choose becomes your preferred at clio language :for all channels on the
digital tuner until you turn the TV off. If the bnguage you choose here is not being
broadcasfr with a program then the TV will play the default audio for the program
(_ sually 1nglish in the LLS.).
Deft tangaage (Default Digital Chamlel Audio Language) Press the right arrow
bt tton to choose the k _guage you prefer ['or dialog on digital channels, ff your preferred
Ianguage is being broadcast wkh a program, the "IX' wilt play it. If not, then the TV will
play the default audio R:_rthe program (usuaily English in the U.S.), The defhult digital
channel audio language options are l:':tgHsb, bT°e*_cb, ,SpcmL_b, (A,mrtaH, ltal:art,./apanese,
(;'bi_ese and Korea_.
Picture Menu
The PI<7_YRti" memt options apply to the video for the main TV and Video
Input Chamnels. As you scroll through the optkms availaNe, the background
image changes to fit that choice. Choose the setting tha is best for your
programs,
Press the left or right arro\x hutton to toggle among th_ choices lislcd heR)w:
P'&:ture Preset Press fl_e right arrow Patton to scroll throL@t the
available picture preset settings: ,5?!f!,Ak_tz_rcd, Br{gbt orP_,rso_mL
Bright_tess Adjusts the brightness of tlie pkt u:e.
Contrast Ad}nsts the difference belween file light and dark areas of the
picture.
Color i\djusts the ridmess of the color:
Sha_ness Adjusts the crispness of the edges in the picture.
Tint Adiusts the balance between the red and green levels.
Tilt (Models HD30W8541, ItD32F754T only) Adjusts the angle of the
TV% pk'turc. The right arrow button tot:ares the picture clockwise. The hart
arro'_ })ultO_ rotates it cmmterdo(kwise.
Color Warmth Adiusts the O&, _l_%trmtb settings The settings are: Cbo,',
:\,or_a[ and IX,arm.
When you chaage any of these picture settings, the t'¢cl_m: !'r_<_e/changes to
/*_:'*._-ond.[se the lefl or righ_ arrow buttort to ,_nake adiustn-lents. To remm to
the t>KTTL'RI:"menu, press the up or down alro\v lmtion.
Setup Menu
Auto Cho Seamb (Auio Channel Sea_ch) Aih_ws you to choose your
signal _ype and bcgi_ an Auto Channel Search.
P,"css fl_e let:t or right arrmv button to choose among the signal sources below:
.Bolh If you have ctmnet[_d both e(mxial inpuls on the back panel
of your '15:; you can choose _o do your Auto Channel Seareh on both
connectkms mone dine by making this choice. Refer to page 6 fl_r a
complete expianation of these connections.
Chapter 3
Using the TV% ÷nu Nyst m
Note: }ira can stop :/TeA_:to
(._a,me/ &,arcb b.ppre_'smg
CLIi>'_Ron the remote.
Note: _b_ ca,t :o,_te &_l_ {e_
tbe aJmlog or d*_Jitgd d_aamd
tire *vmott,,
,Digital Choose if you are cormectcd to the A_i'A%5¢:CABLE DIGI751L
t.\fq/Tjack+ S(a)ches J_)rdigilal channels o_Jy
attalog Choose il-you are connecR:d to the AN77:_:¥APVC?UH.EA.._ALOG
L\7TTjack. Searches lor analog channels only,
Now use the down arrow butlon to choose a sigtm] type.
Analog Signal Type ( hoose between C_ib/e or An:enna if you am
com_eeted In the AN77_;;\_4id):IBI_E AA:ALOG INPI}T iack, K you chose
13o:b above, then y{_u']_ need _o ch{_ose a sig,m[ _ype [br your digital and
analog connect ons,
D¢gttal Signal Tyl)e Choose between (,}tb[e or An:e*_na if:you are
connected to the AA;7_\?Md/CABLE [)I<;I7kL !:\7q:T jack, If you chose
Both above, then youll need u) choose a signal tx<pe R)r your digital and
:v_alog connect ons
After you have made the seleclkms above, ltse the down an_>w button
to highlight 5tart,
Sla_ Press the right avro_ brmo_ to sta_ the search Seawhes t'o_
channels the TV is recei_h_g and stores flmm h_ the channel list, Go to
page 14 (Auto C:_ann_,t Neath:b) lot more informatiot<
Cham_el Shows the channel minflm_, as fl,ey are being seard_ed,
List & Label.* Edk the channels in the list or d_oose labels tk>r each char_nel.
Selec_ Lix:._&LabeA from he 57_'7'1Wmem._ and press {he right or left m-ow
b_l[t(3n,
Signal Sou;_2e Press the right o:r ]et] arrow button to select Amdo;_ or
INgi:aL Press the down arrow breton U:_highlight Label
Chamtel Press d_e right or lett arrow bu__ton to select the channel
number that y'o_ want to gbe a label. Press the down arrow t-m,ton *o
highlight Label
Label Fo_ example, if channeI 12 has the ca[I letters \VXYZ, you can
use this Icatm'e to label it WXYZ so it appears on-screen _s part of the
(hagnel Bar'mek
1. Press the right a'row but:ton to highligh_ the: ihs[ space.
2. Use _,he nu_nher b iltolls on your relnom to spell <}tit your new label.
For example above the number button 7 is the _abel PQRS. ]'he lector P
is typed by pressing _he nurt_ber 7 button one _ime; the leKer Q is typed
by p_essing the numbe_ 7 two times; the leuer R is three times and the
letter S is tour times.
3. Move spaces with the righ_ and left arrow buttons.
4, [se the LI_3_arrow bu[tor111o highlight (1o Hacla and press OK to ext this
mere] when you hwe finished.
111List This opton alkBxs you to keep or delete a dmrmel frv}m the
channel list. Follow tim procedure lor Cba,me! (see above) to select the
channel "]],en highlight bt tisl and press the right arrow button to add
the ched; mark. Tie clnanne] is added to tiR, list T(_ d,:lete the ch mnel
__lsethe right anrow button to !{I.lrnthe check mark off; Use the up am::v
butt{m _(}highligh_ (7o l{acl; or press (}K _(}exit,
Note: If t,o_ u'£urt _:_add &*h,led cb_tme/s to tl:e cI_dm_el list; rurt tbe
/t 'dtO C'ha_t_et ,%:,_:cb ( r_!/{,r to /:a,e,_:14).
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Closed Caption MaI_ pr'ogn:uns are encoded with closed-captioning
information which Jets you dispmay the audio portion of a program as text
on d_e TV screen. Closed captioning is not available on all channds at aH
times. Only specific programs encoded with closed-captioning information
are applicaMe. When a program is closed captioned_ CC is displayed in _he
Channel Banner. Refer to page 23 for more inR)rmation. Press the left or right
arrow buiton to toggle among the choices bdow:
CCProsel Lets ynu: select bet_een fl_e D@,t_dl and (_siom optior?s.
Default Captioning in[i_rmation displays using se_tings sent wkh the
broadcasier s signals (e.g, size, color; if)n0.
Otstom Availab]e after you have changed the DII_ CCS0'[e set_irlgs as
described be_ow
CCDtsplay Ix'is yoL_choose _[_eway closed c_ptioning in[orm_ tion is
shown on the screen.
Off No capficmir_g ir?R_rmation displayed.
¢.1.i Captioning inRmnafion aways appeam, when avaiU>_e.
Muted=On DispLys captioning mtk_rma_ion, whe_ avai]ab_< whenever
the TV's sound is mu[ed by pressing ihe MUI'E bumm The captioning
int:'<_r_ration s nn_ displayed when _he sound is not tamed.
Aria. CC Type (A#alog _21o$ed Caption _VPO Choose which capiionil_g
mode is used [}_r displaying capikmii_g in_rmation. If you are _urstu'e {)[7_he
differences among the modes, yott may prclk'r m leave the dosed-captioned
mode set _e CCI, which displays complete _ex_ of the program i,_ the
primary language iu your arc'a.
• _g. CC Type (Digital _go$ed-Caption Type) Luts you select a closed
capt:_on service mode (1-6)for digital chm_nets.
Se_ice 1 t*nd Service 2 These ct?oices a_\ _ _:0rthe primary and
seconda® langtmges, respectively
Sex,ice 3and Services 4, £6These choices are addiikmal capHon
som'ces that may be available
Dig. CC Style (Digital C!osed-Caption Style) Whe_ CC Pres_?t (above} is
so{ tn C'Hs_om y{.__c:m customize ihu [oi]c)x_ir_g display options
CC"_ize Lets yo_i set the size of the digital c[osed-eaptkm text. -
,s'tandard,l.ar,:_eor ,S'ma/L
CC l_mt Lets yo_ sek'ct ;__h ml(_er dusigl_ fi>r d_e digital dosed eap_ion
texL A :fimt is a complete assortment of _ype of a given design. ",%u can
choose t]'om a variet:y o_: t?mts (Ashley, Fk>ridian etc.).
CC Opacity Lets you set the appearance of the sp_ce bei_ r_d the digital
c]osed-cap_.ion text: ,So:_d,7)'ans/t_cenL 7)'a_.Sl_a,_:ntor t:[as_Ht_,_.
CC Ckdor ].::is you choose the color of ihe digi{ai ckmed-eaptkmed rex{:
WIllie, 1:][¢._C_,t_'::d_(;?we*l i3hte, }_'41ou' Cf*4g_'_'ttaor Cya*L
Bkgtd d_lor (Background Color) Lets you choose the color of the area
o1 the screen behind the d]gim] closed cap_k)ned lext: WI_H<'.Black., Red,
Greea_, ,:Hue; /k'H,'m,, :¢/(4#,'nta or C),:.:*z.
Chapter3
Using the TV% ÷nu Nyst m
You have many choices avaiIable to ct_stomize the digital closed-caption display. In oMer {o help you decide which
view yoL_like, try this:
1 In the Setup menu for C/r.:,ed (,?q:4ic,n, turn your CC I)isplay ON.
2. In the same mc'nu, go to t)@ <.C:_'tiqe and change any setting.
3. Prc,ss CLEAR until yo_ have cleared the menu system.
4. If yoc_ do not have a signal with closed-captioning on the TV screen at this time, change to another dig tat station
that does rove cloqed-caption display_
5. Return to the Sk'TL_i_/C/o._ed(_Tq_tin*_:7)ti._.CC Stl,h, options.
6. Now your 'IV is displaying custom closed-captkJnmg_ As you change size, font, opaciW, caption color or
backgr_und co]og yot_ will be able _o see tile change it will make t_ the dosed caption display by waiti_g f'or new
text to scroll onto the scs_en.
FAVOR|TE CHANNEL menu for analog
signals.
FAVORITE CHANNEL menu for digital
signals.
N_>tall digital stations cans, _ {gila] closed c tptiolling. [f your digital station
doesn"_ car_T digital closed captioning, you w(_n't see these changes. You']I
see the smtioJ_'s delhult style [i_r analog closed capsioning.
Favorite Channel Lets yo_t store up to six ol yot, r prettified chatmels ti_r
each sigrlal source into a favorite list. Fired your favorites easily by pressing
{he FAVbt, ttotl on the remote There is one lis_ tT_rthe analog channels a_ad
a separable list liar the digital channels.
To set your favoritu chanr_.c{s, go Io the tcE¢f'olgte(.7:_al_rldo[)tio_ trader the
_,:ET:Wment_ arm press OK. Use the right arrow button to select Ar_ak{g or
D4gitat signal type (the "1_:wilt switch to ttat signal). Use the clown arrow
l_utto_ to select Fa_. t and use the right and [eft arrow hc_ttons to scroll
th_xmgh the channel rmmbers to find your favorite. Set as many favorites as
yov_would like (tip _o six). If you have er_tered ehasmel/abcls l_r a cha,mel,
it witI appear m the right.
As you watch TV; you cain now press rite FAVbutton <m yot_r remoe to call
t_p your fi_vorige lis_ channels in the order in whic}, you entered them
Fhis feature can be ve W helpf\fl lT}rpemo_s with limited ti_ger dexterity or
yotmg children, s_nce it avods the need to mmembe_ _l_e channel _mmbum
and press tmfltip/e _timher comhinati_ns.
Note: You (:a_:(tgg/ebeg_u'<z'e_'tlheana]:_gor digilalfi:z:od&,'channell/six
byl:re';','i*_:4ANZFNA;4 (_'_:!::e_:_'uo_e,
'Monotype" is a trademark of Monotype Imaging, lnc. registered in the/;.S. Patent and Trademark Office and may be
:egistered in certain other it_risdictions.
iType" is a trademark of Monotype Imaging, Inc. a,_d may be registered in certain other jurisdictions.
'Floridian", 'Plate Gothic", and _Screen" a_ _trademarks of The Monofype Corporation and may be registered in certai_
other }urisdictions.
"Ashley" is a trademark of The Monotype Corporation Registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and may be
registered in certain other }urisdictions.
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Auto i_uning This feature corresponds t<) the device buttons on the remote and the way yon have each device
connecled to your TV. Youre telling d_e TV what channe_ orinput to tune to when you press the component
(VCR. DV1)) button on the ,wmom control. Once you: spedfy the input for the device and press the component
bt tton (VRC, DVD) on the remora, the TV automatiealiy urns on and runes to the correo Video lnp_t Channel.
Set VCR "Mleoptions ind_mde: N/a, VID1, FRNT, SFRNT, Ctt03, CH04. The delauk is Nia
Set SAT/CqBLE ql_e options inchMe: Nia VID1, CMPNT, FRNT, SFRNT. CH03, CH04 The delauh is Nia lse
d:_isoption ff yn_ warn to program the remnte tot fffis compom, nt or your remote has a SNITCAI3LI:.component
b_iron.
Set DVD The options inc']ude: Nia_ VH)] (2\,IPNF]FRN]] SFRNI CH03, CH04. Ti_e de[:au_ is Nia.
Language l£,ts you selec_ your pre_bn-ed language ibr the menus, which you should have se_ in the Initial Setup.
(Refer to page t4 fi_r more informatkm about setup). You can change the language a_ any time by using the right
or]et:t arrow bt t_or_s to scull* through the language Ui')<glLvb,Spangsl* and t:}'ench).
Format This feature :J_ows you to change how the image is displayed on screen, ff yon want to adjust yonr
image, choose an option helow. Go to page 30 to see how different R>rmats appear on your screen.
4 : 3lifts image is centered and a display which is ll)>rtraditional "15 programs.
16:9 This is t_}r digital signals, DVD or video pr{_gmms I.ha_ are in I6 : 9 scruen size.
Stretch ll_e image is. suntched to ill] the T\, screen.
Notes: Aspect ratios are determined by the brnadcasteg aTM m_(t' cba,Tge]rom one program to ano_,er
7be fi)rmggt q/some video cam?or be cban,ged
Tke t:Ot{,IIAT butto_ on the re_ote aL_o changes the TV:_"screertfnrmat.
Parental Control Menu
The PAtTt':AT:dL<'OV77,,'OLmenu was cxp]aiJ_ed hi Chapter 2. Go to page 23 for mor_ i_t'ormal{orL
@
Note: {_de_s the time is
set; ]be' oH_er time rek:ded
opHo_z_ are not a,,gHlabJe,
Time Menu
When entering d_e 7ZIlE menu the t%%WORD screen appears fit,st if parental
controls have been set. }2)u must enter yok,r password whicI/is the same one
you created in the !_,IREN7:tL C(_V77_(:)Lmenu.
Sleep Timer Lets yOii Set the 7_Vto tttrn Off a_{:era give>, time. Press the
right arrnw button to add 15 tnim_tes to the dock (tip to four hours).
Time %0set the dine, enter i_ manual]> If it is 8:25, t)_r example, you
u]ust [h-st press the number 0 on the remote, then nunlber 8, [hen 2 and
then 5. [se the OK button m choose between: ,'k_f and I%I,L
Calendar 15'relies )ou to se_ the date easily.
Wc_ke.Up Timer Lc{s you set the TV to turn on (at a specific tinte).
Noles: U_h<vs _t%d_,e[.]) 7i*t_er is set to On, the *w:vtthree (¥)H(ms (lt:?.tbe
g_b 7_'_,'*<gt.fl,_e-._@ CL, agd l('{,qztrre_ce) a*z,_ ?dl'aifdb[e.
il:7_en the 7Ymrns on 1.9' H_e l_:_.tbe.L_'_/imer aczd no n_mote or f!'_mt
pa*_el bntto**s a,vpr(<ssed fi)r 2 bo_r< the TV will O_r_?itsHJ'¢f!
Chapter 3
Using the TV% ÷nu Syst m
Wake.L_p 71me lmts you set fl_e dine you want the TV to turn itself on
lVakeUp Ch (l#"ake_Up Channe 0Le_s you sdect a specific channel _he TV tm_es to when the _[,_tbe,_p 7Ymer
is set.
Recurrence Lets yot_ se*ect how o{ken the _V_#keU]_7kmer teatme takes effect: Once or l)ai(F
AddL (Additional) Settings /se these options to fm'd_ec customize yot_r TV's time settings.
Turn4)ff_tgme*" lets yot_ set the TV to turn itself off.
I_rn.OffTirae la:ts y<m set the time your want the TV to mrn itsetf off.
Recurret_e Lets voH select how often the 7'_¢r*_Qff'7?mer featu,'e takes effect: Once or l)at{F
Note: t/]t#)_l want a mea:swRc
daW }_,u mzt._t se't Ibe dale
v£t the cgd_mdar (')Iber_,Lvg,
Notepad Menu
Lets you c_er messages thai will appear on you TV screen at 1irncs yo_ scqecL
Fnm_ the Mait_ ;'_'l_u select NOTkTt_dD a_¢t p_*ss OK.
Edit *tote Fo_l{_wd_e procedt_:e below m enter a message into the
_loterpa&
1, [se the 17_ttlHl)el7 ])u_[ons {o spe[I {)tit yo_Ar _lew _a];,_,
For example, above the m_mher bu_ton 7 is the label PQRS, The levtcr P
is typed by pressing the ,_tlmber 7 b_ttton one time; the leter Q is wped
by press_g the mmfl_er 7 two times; the letter R s three times and the
lelter S is tbur hnes.
2, The left arrow hutRm is used to dcJe_e _he unwanted _ex{and the right
aitow [)lit{on is 1"_7tile blank space
3 The up arrow button is pressed to _ogg_e the eat W mode between
_ppercase or lowercase ]e!te_:'_.
4. Whe_ tompleted_ press the OK bution to save the note.
Delete nole Lets you delee the whole message.
Display note E_ables yocl to displa._, (the box has check mark) or not to
display 0he box doesnt have check mack)*he message on the screen.
At switch on if the box is checked, _he stored message wilt be displayed
on the screen the next time the TV is turned on
On time Enables you to display the mess:tge at a time you specify. {_se
the OK button to choose between AM and !%1.
On date Allows you to display the message on a da_e you specify.
Date Lets you set fl_e date when the message ,viii be displayed
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What's the quickest way to, view High Definition (HD) video?
Connect an off-air :mterma to the ANTENNA/CABLE DIGUAL INP[T to view kx'al digital channels. Yot_ might need to
purchase an antenna= Go to page 6 for more in{_(_rmadon,
How do Itell an analog channel from a digital channel?
"lhere are three differem ways to tell if your channel is digita_ or riot Press the [NFO bl__ttonto dispkw the channei
banner. Look at the left side R_r a dmnnd number. Channels with a pr mary channel and a stlbdmnnel is a digital
charmeL but not all digital channels have subchanneis. Look at d_e Iowe_ left come_ I_grthe I)igita] "IV program listing
and description. Go to page 23 for mozx: information.
Why does channel search find a lot of channels, but when I try to tune to them there's nothing there?
Some channels are enabk'd by the cable company that do,_'_ carry programming, such as vMeo-on-dcmand. When
channels are unavailable, your TV% screen displays { nusable Signal. 5kx_ probably want to get rid ot these so they no
longer appear in your clmnnd ist. Remove these in lhe ChmqneI List menu_ Go t<_page' 33 I])_more in[brmatio_l.
Why does the first channel search take a long time?
you're semdfing l_r anak_g and dig ta_ (both} in the ChamleI S_='mchmetal Ihe TV is looking fl_ aH availatJe
channels in the channel dist. If you do 5ave digital channels, the "lW is also sealching for each subchanne] of that
digital channeL
How do icontrol other devices i've connected to the TV?
f:_oc_Hse your WV canle with a _l]iversa F_DIJA,:){C VOH etH] piw>graln your rei]]ote to ilK' })_.lt[o,}. corresponding with the
device you have connected to your TVI Go to page 18 for in[ormation on programnm_g yo_.lr remote.
Why are there black bars on my screen and can I get rid of them? (models HD26W854:Tand HD30W854Ton/y)
An Jog cha_mels arc norm:_lIy sent in a 4:3 !ormat, which camelot t_ll a 16:9 screen like your TV. Most digi al chan_elq
;re se_t in a 16:9 format which do fill your screen, but sometimes are sent in 4:3. I{ depends on how the stv_tion is
{ornmtting the video. Aspect ratios arc determined by the broadcaster and may cha_ge J]-omone program tw another
[se the FORMIC' bt_tton on tl_e remote to see the dil]k'rent fornmts avaik ble that H_ay eliminate the black bars, Go to
page 30 [or more i_tbrmatJon on screer_ formats.
No other options arc possiMe aside from those you see by cycling through ti)is b_atton. _)u can however change the
de[ault settings f_)r boti_ a_alog and digkal p_v_grammir'_g through the menu. GO _o page 36 [k_rmore deta ls.
(;rapbfcx cot_tai_ted within Ibis ptdd&'ation aro.ib_ r_'p_:;entation o**{},.
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Most proHen_s you encounter witt_ your TV can be cor_'cted by consulti_g the io Iowi1_g trotibleshoo!:ing is_
TV won't turn on
*Make s_'c. the TV is plt_gged ii_.
,, :Press either _he "I_"button or the ON/OFF bt_ttor_ (wl tie the remole is ir_TV model to co_mecE the TV to tll,e power
sot.in_e_
* Check the wall D<.cepmcle (or extertsion cord} to make sure it: is "Hve" by plugging in somedfing else.
,, Something 1light be wm*_g with your remote control Press the POWER t_{*tton on lhe front of the +iV. If tl_e FV turns
on, check the _:emote c<mtr_>1. Go to page 40 k:>,'more rem_}t:e control solt_tio,_s.
- The Fr<_r_ Panel may he !ocked. O{_ {o page 29 R*_'more inR_rmaii_m.
Buttons don't work
,I_'yot_ _:e t_si_g the'. _:mlote c'_mtrol press _he TV hc*tt<m fws_ to make sure the re_-_otc is in °I\. mode.
- The flont pa_?el cow,trois t_ay be locked (disabied). Use the r¢_e control to \clock the fi'ont parcel co_m'ols by
se_ecti,ag the Front: P,tttton Lock in the l>_wnt(_l C>_n&'o/.v_enu and choosi_a_g _UucL _,¢enable).
,, U_plt_g the 'FV f?_r tire mi_ums a,_d then plt_g i_ back in. Ttwn the TV og and try agaric.
TV turns off unexpectedly
" 'fifr*_ Q/J:-77s_ter _/ight have beun activatud. Go to pagu 37 {'or iJastrt_ctiol'_s.
,' Kg(ll'<:_,_smight have !_ee_ set. Go _o page 2g f7_rinstructio,qs.
* Electronic pro\e< tio_ ci_'cuit may htve beet_ adivaled becatise of apowea7 sur£e, If this happens t]'eqtle_3tly, _he voltage
in your house may bc abnormally high or low.
TV turns on unexpectedly
', +t77_7;_{'{,_J'/7*_?erlllJghl have h{'{'l_ seN (i;{) t__pige 36 for instPt!{7{k._lls,
llank screen
= '_ti _'__y t_e orl al_ i_ icti've _I_mn_I, TIT) another _'hann_ L
e_,_akc" slJru yot, [lave (JOnn('_. [cd de, vices t;o the 7R ;° cogycc_ly alt,:t tku)" all7 !;ulr/l:d Oil,
', /l" you vt_ c'or_r_ected another _Jevic _(such as a _:amcorder nr I)VD player! _Jal_e st_re yot_ sek_ct the: Vide<_ _t,ut Charn_et
tha_ is used fl:_" that device, _<;_sethe INPI.yT !_uttort to _oggte lhrot*gh lht: avaJk_bl<_Vkk,o Ifnput (;lmnne]s+
Unusual sound quality
- (]hock if"SAP is ttim_'cl on+ t_}o t<_ page 3i f_r instrt_c_io_s
* Check Aud/o Outj_ug in A<:lv_(Advanced) Sel_ings, Go to page 31 tot i,_strt_ctions_
° Check that the audio is set to your I::mguage, Go to page 32 R)r instrt_ctions.
Digital tuning delayed
,, Yc)t_may e:.pc'ri(:uce ;l deli$ of st=vet;i/e<_mcl<; I)t'/-_Jred_gital pie'\tries appt'ar,/:_}th \_he,_ <v_i [:trst trill1 {)_=lhe ctigilal
signals and ",_hen you change chan_cls. This is normal.
No sound, picture okay
,, Rlayhe _l_esound is m_ed Try p_'essi_g !he v_lm_e up {_t_l_{_r_t_} restore soured,
* If ush_g S.,Video or Y, P{'_ Pr, remember to also connect the device's k.:f'tariel right audio otll:put jiacks _o tl_e TVs AIJDIO
input jac k+s.
, _*g {" .... ' a,,*Ma,,I)e l:he speakers are \timed {_fl i_ _l_e 5>_**_g:/men,u. Check t|:_e l,_f <Sjta:_{,, i/rite* _al Spe, kersJ se_ting.
Channel search finds few channels
*The cal_l_ _onnccted _o tl'_e ANTFNNA/CAI7_LF. ANALOG INPUT and/or ANTENNAiCA;_LE ]31GYI3tL l_l {YF might I_e
lOOSe.
,_ 'f_>ur OtY"_airantenna rnight be ge_th',g a x_arak signal, Move it higher or get a bigger antenna.
- Check setth_gs in _he Channel Sear< h men\t, a_rd re\ W lhe channel sears'h.
@th@r linf@r at i@n
Can't select certain channel
C|mm_ol may [e blocked or not approved t:hrong]_ t]_e !541,'l_YT_IL C03,:77,$0L meal
_, If L_sng aVCR, d_eck to make :sure the 7X:.:VCR button on the VCR is in the corree[ mode (press the TV,,VCR bt_[ton on
your VCR).
,, If a menu is on the screen, _ry pressing the CLEAR button.
Noisy stereo reception
(Analog dlannels onb9 May be a v,eak st_ion. ( bange ihe ),'o_d "f_e to ,44on_ _insmwEions on Ipa_;e 31).
No picture, no sound but TV is on
The channeJ may be bJank, d-lange d_annels.
Maybe the Signal 735._*eis set wrong. Go up page 14 i;.n: irlorL:' inswuctions.
"_%_may have the wrong video input channel selected0 Use the ANTENNA button to toggle through the a_ ailabie video
npt_t channels.
Sound okay, picture poor
('he_k antenrla und video __onr_c_ions. Make sure _dl of the cabk's are t:brely c_mne_t_d _ lhe ia_k_
- Press the FORM?(F butto*_ repea*edly _o view _he pictui_, i_t different video l'orma_s.
,_ (Analog channels onIO "Dy adjusting _l_e ,_;bazymess to improve weak signaIs. Go to page 32 t_>rmore _nstructions.
Black box appears on the screen
- Ciosc*d Caption might b_' on. Check this setting in _ht" .S'E77'!) m___nt_G{> to page 34 1o* mor_: i_struclions
The Remote Control Doesn't Work
,, So_neihing n_ght be be_v_e_'n Q_e t-_q_e and !he remote sensor on the d_'vice_ Make sure there _s a dear p_th and point
directly at the TV
Maybe bat_:er_es in {he rem0{e are weak, dead or installed incorreet]y. Pu[ new ba_{eries in the remote.
Maybe remote is not in '{'V mode. P_L'ss the TV b_tum so the R_mo{e operates the 'l'V.
Problems with Parental Controls
Can't select a certain channel
" The ehanneI nmy Ibe b:_cked or nnt :_pproved through I-:4Rt:'NT_,ILCON77_OL St_TTLYG.S'.
The rating limits don't work
-'I}_activate the s_ftti_gs you m_st lock the settings. Go to p:u_,e 2i for instrt_c_ ons.
idon't remember my password and i want to unlock the
If you f_rget your password, you can reset i_, Make snrc the TV is in TV mode and turned ofl'_ Press VOL- on the TV's
front pme{ and then CI,EAR o_ _he _vmotc fi_r approximately 5 secon(N. The TV _urns on. Et?_er a ne_x password _aext
tiT_?eVOt_access the ]{.tRt:'A'71}ILCO,VII{OK mem_ or the 71Ml: meal.
The Parental Controls won't let me watch aprogram even though it's not rated as violent
° Ma}be the moviL' was giv__'nan NR (Not Rat_d) qatus Ci_eck to se_, i_"the t£'_'_ff_l P_qm_ _>l)_m is L_(k_'d. 'I'(_ vie_ no_
rated material you mus set it to U_dnck{_'L Refer to page 26 for specit:ic i_-_structk)ns.
What Else Can I Do?
- 1_)'ot_ vc been through the Trr3ub]esl_ooting section and n(_i;hing has fixed your probJem, [ry reb_ oting )'_ur TV Nole
tba_. after a rebool you may need to run your TV _.br_ugb the setup process again. To do a rebooL unplug _he power
cord Don the wal_ {_utlet, power s[til), e_c Keep your _IWu_:tplugged *_)i al)ott[ 5 minu_es. Titan plug _he TV back in
turn on the TV; a_d see if Q_e problem is fixed. I_ the problem _emains. then piease visit www.rea_eomitelevision t_:,r
t_pdatcd FAQs or _ont3ct RCA Customer S¢_pport at the s_q)lx>rt number provided in your \Vairanty unde_ tiow "12)Get
Service.
° _f you need to re:place y_)_r rend{e, c:lll I 800 33g 0376. Yot_r remote par{ number is RCF:396'IAM1. A shipping and
hand/_g fee w]l be charged _po_ orderi,_g, a_d _he appropriate sales tax. i _ave your Visa, Mas_erCard or Discover Card
ready.
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USA V-Chip Rating System
ll_=/I_A (Mature Audience Only) SpedficaHy designed to be viewed by adults and may be
unsuitaMe for children ur_der 17. It contains one or naomi' of tl_e following coment
themes: crude indecent _anguage (L), explicit sexual activity (S), or grap[_ic
violence (V).
TIA14 (Parents Strongly Cautioned) Contains some material that many parents wouid
find unsuitable t_>rchildren under I4. Parents are strongly urged to exercise
greater care ir_mo*_itoring this pcogram and are cautioned against Ietfing children
under the age of 14 watch m_attended. Tltis program contains one or more of
the h_Howing conmnt themes: inmnseiy suggestive dialogue (D), strong coarse
language (L), imense sexual situations (S), or intense violence 1\:).
_spG (Parental Guidance Suggested) Contains material tl_at parents may _?_1c_unsuitable
for younger chi[dgen_ Many pmv'nts may wan to watch it with their younger
chik ten. The program contains one or more of the following content tllemes:
some suggestive dialogue (D), int]'cque_lt coarse language (L), some sexua[
situatiol_s (S), or moderato violence (V).
_-G (General Audience) M:ost parents would find this program suitable t)_ all ages. 1_
contaiTls little or no sexual dialogk_e (t)) or situaticms (S), lto strong kmguagc (L),
and littIe or no _iolence (V).
_-_ (Directed to Children 7 years and olde 0 Designed R::_rchildren ages 7 at_d above.
It may be morl' appr_pria_e tbr children who have acquired t_e dc_velopmen_/I
skiIIs needed to distinguish between make-believe and reality. Themes and
elements in tl_is program may include mild fantasy v o_egce (FV) or comedic
violence, or may [i-igtlten children under the age of 7.
_-g (All Children) "IlK:rues and elements _n this program arc designed for a young
audience, including dl ldren from agv.s 2o6. It is not expected to t:righten yom_ger
chik ten.
Canadian English V-Chip Rating System
18+ (Adults) Programming i*_tended f_ adults I8 and older k may c, mtain elements
of violence, language, and sexual content ,ahich could make it unsuitable lk_r
viewers under l& Violence Guidelines: May contain violence ntegral to the
development of t[_e p_ot, chamcmr or theme intended tk)r adult audiences. Other
Content Guidelines: May contain graphic language and explicit portrayals ol"
nt_dity andA>r sex.
14+ (Viewers 14 and over) Programming contains themes or cog_ent which may not
be suitable for viewers under the age of 14 Parents are strongly cautioned lo
exercise discretion in permitting viewing by pmqeens m_d early teens. Violence
Guidelines: May contain intense scenes of violence. Could deal with mature
dnemes and societal issues in a _valistie fashion Other Content G_aidelines: May
con_ai_ see*_es o_ nudity and/or sexual a<tivity '[here e{_uld be fre% ent use of
profani w.
P_ (ParentN Guidance) Programming intended liar a general audience but which may
not be suitable _i_ryounger children (under the age of 8). Parenls may consider
some content inappropriate for unsupervised viewing by children aged 8-13,
Violence Guidelines: Depic ions of conflict: and/or aggression will be limited and
moderato; may i*_elude physical, fantasy, or supernatural violence. Other Con_e*_t
Guidelines: May contain infruquent mild pro[imity, or mildly suggestive language.
Cot£d also contain brief scenes of nudi V.
Other linf@r at ion
Canadian English V-Chip Rating System (coot nuod)
6: (General At_dienee) Programmialg c<msi0ci_e0 acceptable fl)r all age g_oups. Wllilc
re)l: desig_ed spedfica/iy/_or childrem i{ is u_'_derstood younger viewers may be
part of the aud en<e. vi{)]ence Guideli_les: Wili col_min ve W lit*le violence, either
physica] or verbal or emotkmaL Will be sensi_Ne to themes whic_ could _righte_ a
yotmger child, will r_o_depid malisdc scenes of violence whiclh ,:nilJmize o_:gh)ss
over the effects of _ ioient acls. Other Colqtent Gtddcli_es: There may be some
ino/]k-_,sive slang, _o profa_i Wa_d no nudity.
C8+ (Chiidren 8 arm Older) Programming ge_eraIiy considered acceptable/:or chiklma
8 years and over {_ watch on their ow_. Violence Guiddines: Violence wfli no{
b_.Jportrayed as _he pre(erred, ac<eplab e, or only way to resolve conflk:t or
e,_courage chiidmg to irritate dangerous acts which they may see on _devis om
Any realist c depictions of violence will be i,_l?¢oquent, d street, of low i_tei'_sity
:rod will show the consequences of the acts_ Other Content Gtiidelines: Them wdl
be n<) pro[_lni W, m_dii:y or sexual conten_
C(Children) P_x_gram _J_'_gi_te_ded _i_rchildren trader age 8, Violel_ce G_xiddines;
Careflfl auentk_ is paid to themes widch could tbeaten childcen% sense of
._'c{_,ity and well beirlg °I't_ere will be ,_o r_'alistic s<enes of vk)lence_ Depk_io,_s
of agg_2ssive behavior will be in!]x:'quem al_d limited to p<mra3ns_/sthat ai'e deady
imaginaw, comedic or tmrealistic in nature. Olher Contem Guidelines: There wiU
be no offensive language, nudity or sexual conmnt
Canadian French V-Chip Rating System
18+ (Adults) P_ogran_l_-fing _sl_)r aduits <_M,,_Thi.s program _onmms _ust dned
violence or extremely violent seethes. 1_+ (Viewem I6 and over) P'ogram _ _g
is not suitab e t'or those under age 16_ This program contai_:s frequent scenes of
violence o_ inmnsely vioient sc:enes_
13+ (Viewers 13 and over) Programming may not be suitable t_:- children vmder
the age of 13. lhis pro*gram either contains severat rio{era scenes or one or more
scenes dmt are violem e,_o_,gb to afl_.<:_them viewing in d_e company of ar_ a&fit
is 0_er_dore smmgly recommended t_>rchildren under {:he age of 13.
8+ (Viewers 8 and oveO Not rcconnnended _'or you_ag childa,m, This program
is suitable t'or mosv audiences, but t conta ns mild or occasiomd vioIe_ce flmt
could upset young children,, Viewing in _he company of an adutt is ther<e_}.)r<f
recommended fi_r young children (under the age of 8} who do not distinguish
between reality and imaginm:i_m.
G (6'eneralAudience) l'[Js program is suitable R>raudiences of MI ages. It
contains no violence, or any violence that it does conmh_ is ekher minimal or is
presei_ted in a hun]orons manneg as a caricature, or il_ an unrealistic way.
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Limited Warranty
What your warranty covers:
* Defects in maRq:ials or workmanship
For how long after your purchase:
90 days hxm] daie of pur_ lsc f{)r a _o" ( lm, cs
- ()]'xe year from da_e of t:_urchasc for p n'ls.
Tw{:) years fi°om date of purchase h:)r the pict_re tulK,,
What we will do:
" Pay any Autb{}rized RCA Tek:vision Servk e Cenier lhe labor { harg{*s l{ re[xtir yotn" lelevisk)r_
. Pay any A[_tborized RCA Television Service Cer]mr R_r [Se _ew or, at ou_- optk)n, reAlr!)isbed
replaceme1_ paris and pk1_lR" tubes requit_.'d _o ]epair your lelevision_
What your warranty does not cover:
* (2USTOMER INSTRUCllON f"_%_]rOwners Manual describes how _(_install, adjust, and operate
yOt]]" !tqev siotl, Ally a([c]itioil:_l[ iBt_Jr]na_]oi_ S]IOtlM bt* o]}tai_ed ]lore _-otr dealed
* Instal]at on and rela_ed adjustmcq]ts
o Signd reception prob eros not caused by your television.
° Damage f_on] misuse or negiecL
* Batteries_
° (_s{omer _c*placement fi_ses.
* Damage from images bt]mt onto the screen.
* Special incidental or eonseque_]tial damages,
- A television {]_at has beer_ mo(/ihed or hw{}rporatec[ mo oiher prodt]ets or is used for ins[ m{ionaJ
or other c{)rnmercial pgrp®ses.
- A televisk)n pLIRlmsed or serviced outside the U.S.A.
° Ac_sof nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage
How you get service:
For sc_:'en sizes of 26' and smaller: Take you_ ° RCA television 1I:)any At]_h_fized RCA Tek, visinr_
Service Cemer and pick up when repairs aR. complete.
FOr se_2c:ensizes Iarger tha_ 26'2 Cor_tact the SePvice Ce,_er an{l ammge service. If your trait is
located \_ithm fl_e geographic territory covered by am Authorized Service Cellte*, the Authorized
Se_'ice Cenmr will eta:her arra_2gc for seBiee to be pe,'fbrmed i]_ you," home or for pick-up and
reR_m service t_ e*_able the Authorized SeB ice Cen_er to peih}rm se_'_ice at _he A_tl]orized
Ser_ ice Ce_ter. If yov]r t_nJt *s 1_ot Iocated withi_ the geographic _errJtory covered by an
At]tho¢ized Service Center, yot_ my]s{ take yot]r unit to _he See'vice Cm_ter location at your ow,_
expease, o* pay t23r the cos_ the Service Cenmr may c]]a_-_e to tra_nspo_'t yov]r vmit to and from
yot_r home,
'D) ideniify your i_earest Authorized R(;A J_:0evisio_ Service Center ask y_}ur tie de12 visit wwwava.
corn, k)ok il_ the "¢g_lIowPages, or call 1-800-336-1900,
Pr(_{}fof pu_vhase in the 51rm it[ a bii[ i)1"sate or R,ceipte_t invoice which is evidei_ce that fl_e
product is withil; the warmt?ty pe]iod must be prese/_ed to obtahn wananty se_vice. For rental
firms, proof of fl_'sl Penlal is a/so reqt, ired
Product registration:
Please co_tple_e and mail fl_e P_<Kh._(IRegistrati{m Card pa(:kcd wi_h Tour "/2.'__ will make i_
e_ Step IO CO]31,ac_ yOU Sh;Otll{t it eveF ])e _lecess{tlT% T]}{2 Fett!gn of the (ard is [Rot _TeqL!iKe<i foF
%aalT tr][y eove_'a_: _
Other linf@r at ion
Limitation of Warranty:
*THE _.N:ARRANTYS'I:a,Tt!'D ABOVE IS THI ONLY WARRANTY APPLICAItI.E TO THIS PROI)[!CT
NO VERI3AL OR WRITFEN /INFORMATION ()WEN BY 'FFE TECHNOLOGY, INC., ITS AGI::N3:'>
OR EMPLOYEES SllALL CRENI'E A GUARANTY OR IN ANY \\AY INCREASE OR MODIFY THE
SCOPE OF THIS XgT_RRANTY.
*REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIII)H) UNDER Tills WARRAN IT IS '[}tE EXCLUSWE
REMEDY OF "HIE CONSUMER "ITE "EECtINOLOGY, IN(;. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAI.,
INCII)EN_IAL OR CONSEQI ENTIAL DAMAGES RESIgLTING FROM "['HE {SE OF THIS PRODI?CT
OR ARISING OUT OF ANY 13REACtt OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED _sAN{ANTY ON THIS
PRODUCT. _ItIIS DISCLAIMER OF _;2_RI_XNTIES AND I.IMITF:D \'4'3\RRANTY ARE GOVERNED
IEY"Tt tE LAWS OF T[ IE STXYE OF INDIANA= EXCEPT TO TIlE EXTENT PROttIBITED BY
APPI.ICABLE LA\V_ ANY IMPLIED \V'kRRANTT OF MERCIIANTABILI3W OR FITNESS FOR A
IL*_g]'IC/ LAR P[ RPOSE ON TItIS PR()I)I (2F IS LIMrI'EI) TO TtIE APPLICABI.E \VARRANTY AN[)
WARRANTY PERIOI) SET FORTH ABOVE.
How state law relates to this warranty:
* Some _;t_tes do _d. allow _he exch sion nor limitat o_ _f iilciderl a or consequei?_i_ dam_ges ol
limitations on how king an implied wa_ar_y las_.s so fi_e abo_e limit:a_ions or exchtsions may m:_t
apply to yo_.
*"l'/lis wan:arJty gives you specific iegal Jights, arid yon also may ha_z _ofl_er rights _hat va W flora
state to si:._[e.
If you purchased your unit outside the United States or seek warranty
coverage outside the United States:
', Tllis v,';_mmty does _lol apply. Contact yo_r deak:r for _arramy 5p_fol:i_l?,aliot'_
Service calts which do not involve defective materials or workmanship are _ot covered by t_s
warranty. Costs of suc|_ se_ce calls are the sole respo _s bi_ ty of the purchaser.
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Care and Cleaning
CAUTION: Turn OFF your TV befor_ _ cleaning,
You can clean the TV as required, using a soft lint-tree cloth. Be sure to occasi(mal_y dust the
ventilation sk)ts in the cabinet to hdp assure adequate ventilation.
The "lW's screen may be cleaned with asoft, lint-free cloth as well _ake care not to scratch or
mar the screen If necessary, you may use a cloth dan'tpened with warm water. Never use strong
cleaning agents) such as ammonia-based cleaners_ or abrasive powder; These types of cleaners will
damage tl,e "IV.
While cleaning do no{ spray liquid directIy on the screen, or allow iiquid to run down dm screen
and inside the TV Also. never place di:inks or vases with water on top of the TV. This could
increase tt_e risk of fire or shock hazard or damage to tim TV.
Caution: [.sing video games or any externaF accesso W with fixed imag_:s for extended periods of
dine can cause them to be permanently *reprinted on the picture tube (or projection TV picture
tubes) ALSO, some network/program logos, phor_e mlmbers, e_c, might cause similar damage.
This damage is no_ covered by your warranty
FCC Information
Thls equipu erlt has been tested alld found to co rlply with the t rilits tor a (lass B digi_ d device
pursuam to Parl 15 o__the FCC Ruies, These limits are designed m provide reasonable p/_:)tection
agains_ harmful inmrfcmnce in a residential inslaHation This eqtlipment generates, uses, and can
radiate ratio frequency energy and, if n<_tinstalled and t_sed in a :cordar_ce with ihe instruct ons,
n-my cause I_armt't;tl in{ert'et_n(e to radio commtlr_ications. _ioweveg there is no guarantee that
inmrfi:r<:nce will not occur i_ a particular i_stallation. If this eqtiipment does cause harmful
inmrlk'rence to radio ol televisio _ reception, which cart be demrmined by ttm_i_g ti_e eqt_ipment
off and on, d-_euse_ is encouraged to tW to correct the interfbmnce by one or morn of the
l. Reorie_t or relocate the receivir_g antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3 Com'_ec_ the equipmer_t ir_to an oudet o_ a cire_.dt different from that to which the _eceivur
is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced mdioi'lW technician for help.
Ths Class B digital apparatus complies with Car_adian ICES...O03.
Visit the RCA website at www.rca.com/television
Please do not send any products to the indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will
only add delays in service for your product.
TTE Technology, Inc.
101 West 103rd Street
indianapolis, IN 46290
02006 TTE Technology, !nc.
RCA and associated marks are trademarks ofTHOMSON S.A used under license to TTE Corporation.
Printed in USA
TOCOM 16626760

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