HDTV

User's

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|mportant |nformatic)n

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

RISKOF ELECTRICSHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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incorporates double insulation between hazardous mains voltage and user accessible parts. When servicing use only

identical replacement parts.

Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back).

No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

This symbol indicates

"dangerous voltage" inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury.

_This accompanying the product.

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your product for its proper operating voltage.

FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user's authority to operate it.

Caution: Using video games or any external accessory with fixed images for extended periods of time can cause them to be permanently imprinted on the picture tube (or projection TV picture tubes).

ALSO, some network/ program Iogos, phone numbers, black borders (sides, top and bottom), etc.

may cause similar damage.

This damage is not covered by your warranty.

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

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

Electrical Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Warning: Do not use the Freeze feature for an extended period of time. This can cause the image to be permanently imprinted on the picture tube. Such damage is not covered by your warranty.

Press any button to unfreeze the picture at any time.

Product Registration

Please fill out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately.

For US customers:

Your RCA Consumer Electronics product may also be registered this product allows us to contact you if needed.

at www.rca.com/productregistration.

Registering

Product Information

Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you need them. These numbers are located on the product.

Model No.

Serial No.

Purchase Date:

Dealer/Add ress/Phone:

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2.

3.

4.

I.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

l{_,ac] these instructions.

Keep these instructions.

Heed all warnings.

Follow all instructions.

5.

6.

7.

8.

Do not use this apparatus

Clean only with dlT cloth.

near water.

Do not block any ventilation openings,

Do heat.

not install near any heat sources such install in accordance as radiators, heat with the manufhcturer's registers, instructions.

stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce

9.

Do not defk'at the safi, ty purpose other.

A grounding safk'ty, if the provided plug does of the polarized not fit into your or grounding-type type plug has two blades and a third grounding outlet, consult plug.

prong.

A polarized an electrician

The wide plug has two blades with one wider than the blade fi)r replacement or the third of the prong obsolete is provided outlet.

for your receptacles, and the point where they I0.

Protect the power cord fiom being walked on or pinched exit fiom the apparatus.

I1.

Only use attachments/accessories specified pal_ticularly by the manufacturer.

at plugs, convenience

I2.

Use only with the Call, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, call is used, use caution when moving the cant/apparatus combination to avoid or sold injm T from with tip-over.

the apparatus.

When a _

I3.

Unplug this apparatus dming lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

I4.

l{_,f_.'r all servicing to qualified power-supply cord or plug service is damaged, personnel.

liquid has

Sel_-icing been is required spilled when or obiects the have apparatus fhllen into has the been damaged apparatus, the in any apparatus way, has such been as exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

if an outside antenna grounded is connected so as to provide some to the 'IV receiver, protection against be sure voltage the surges antenna and built system is up static charges, in the U.S. Section 810-2I of the National Electrical Code and in Canada, Part 1 of the Canadian Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the antenna system.

See the figure on the right for details.

ExampleofAntennaaroundlngaspar

(NEC)Nati°nalElectdcaJC°de

'11) assure adequate ventilation fi)r this product, maintain a spacing of 4 inches from the top and sides of the 'IY receiver and 2 inches fiom the rear of the TV recei_ _er and other surfaces.

1

Introduction

2

Key Features Overview

Your TV is equipped with features that will add to your TV viewing experience.

The following information summarizes a few of these features.

Chapter 3 provides more information about the rest of the TV's features and how to use them.

Hi-Pix Picture Enhancement System

The Hi-Pix Picture Enhancement System incorporates two of RCA's rrlost advanced technologies: "lYuScan Digital Reality and the AVR Picture Projection System. The result is the ultimate in true-to-life picture performance that provides the optimum picture resolution from each digital source connected to your TV (terrestrial, DVD, satellite, and/or cable).

TruScan Digital Reality

Picture performance starts with signal processing.

TruScan Digital Reality intelligent signal processing recognizes incoming video signals and progressively converts lhem to achieve optimum digital picture performance.

It enhances die picture quality and makes you feel as if you're close to the real thing. It also recognizes when original fihn sources have been modified and automatically converts the analog frame rate back to its original format to bring out the detail - a process commonly ret_:rred to as reverse 3:2 pulldown.

AVR Picture Projection System

The Accurate Visual Reality high definition picture proiection sys_m o_rs a brighter picture _en conventional CRTs

(cathode ray tubes). These tubes creates brilliant, lifelike fidelity. The AVR 4 lens system is designed to complement the

CR'IIs providing accurate color,s and razor sharp focus everywhere on the screen.

DVI-HDTV Input

Lets you connect a component with a DVI (Digital Visual Interface) output.

DVI provides an uncompressed, digital video interlace developed for high-bandwidth digital connection.

It supports the overlay of high-resolution graphics needed by some electronic program guide navigation and other interactive services.

DVI, when combined with HDCP (High bandwidth

Digital Content Protection) technology, creates a protected digital connection.

The DVI-HDTV connection is designed to display either progressive scan (480p) or HDTV (1080i) signals at a bandwidth of up to 1.78 Gigabits per second.

PIP (Picture-In-Picture) and POP (Picture-Outside-Picture)

Description: PIP lets you watch two channels at one time - one channel on tile main screen and tile other in a smaller window.

POP also lets you watch two channels at one time - one channel on the left side of the screen (the main picture) and file other on the right.

Requirements: Press file PIP button to bring up tile PIP window.

Press again to bring up POP. Chapter 3 has detailed instructions on how to use the t I1 and PO1 features.

Note: PIP and POP are not available for DVI or component video sources (CMPI or CMP2).

V-Chip: Parental Controls (for the U.S. and Canada)

Description: You can block programs and movies by content, age-based ratings, and/or movie ratings.

Requirements:

• Set up file Parental Control menu in file TV's main menu (Chapter 3 has details).

• The broadcasters must use the rating system when they send the program to your TV in order for your TV to block the program.

• Parenval controls must be locked for these settings to take affect.

Tab|e of Contents

Important Safety Instructions ..........................................

1

Introduction

Key Features Overview ....................................................

2

Chapter 1: Setup & Connections

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

4

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

5

Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV ...............................................................

5

TV + HDTV Tuner + VCR + DVD Player .............................

7

TV + Satellite Receiver + VCR ...........................................

9

TV + DVD + VCR ..............................................................

11

TV+ A/V Receiver or Speakers ........................................

12

Explanation of Jacks .......................................................

The Front of Your TV .......................................................

Front Input Jacks .......................................................

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

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14

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15

Plug in the TV ..................................................................

15

Put batteries in the remote ............................................

15

How to Use the Remote Control to Complete

the Initial Setup ............................................................

15

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

16

Turn on theTV .................................................................

16

Complete the Initial Setup .............................................

16

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

16

Changing Lists and Labels ........................................

17

Auto Convergence ....................................................

17

Channel 3: Special Features

Channel Banner ...............................................................

24

Autotuning ......................................................................

24

Why You Should Use the Autotuning Feature ....... 24

How to Set Up the Autotuning Feature .................. 25

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

26

How V-Chip Works for USA and Canada ................. 26

Canada V-Chip Ratings .............................................

29

Blocking Canadian V-Chip Ratings ..........................

30

Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ...............................

31

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

31

Blocking Unrated/Exempt Programs .................... 31

PIP (Picture-in-Picture) and

POP (Picture-outside-Picture) Operation .................... 32

PiP and POP Buttons .................................................

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Chapter 4: Using

the Menu

System

Sound Menu ....................................................................

Picture Menu ...................................................................

Channel Guide Menu ......................................................

Time Menu .......................................................................

Parental Control Menu ...................................................

PIP Menu ..........................................................................

Setup Menu .....................................................................

Chapter

5: Additional

Information

Troubleshooting ..............................................................

FCC Information ..............................................................

39

41

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

41

RCA HDTV Monitor Limited Warranty ...........................

42

Accessory Information ....................................................

44

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Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control

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

18

Programming the Remote ..............................................

20

Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote ...... 20

How to Use the Remote After You've

Programmed It ......................................................

21

Using the INPUT Button ..................................................

22

Remote Control Codes ....................................................

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Things to Consider Before You Connect

Protect Against Power Surges

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

• Turn ot_"lhe TV and/or component before you connect or disconnect any cables.

• Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded.

Refer to the hnportant Safety

Instructions on page 1.

Protect Components from Overheating

• I)on't block ventilation holes on any of the components.

An'ange the components so that air can circulate freely.

• Don't stack components.

• If you place components in a stand, _:qake sure you allow adequate ventilation.

• If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on file top shelf so file heated air from it won't flow around other components.

Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference

• Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack.

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

• If your antenna uses 300-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil the cables. Also, keep the twin lead cables away from audio/video cables.

Important Stand and Base Safety Information

Choose the location for your "IV carefully.

Place the TV on a stand or base that is of adequate size and strength to prevent the TV from being accidentally tipped over, pushed off, or pulled off. This could cause personal iniury and/or damage the TV. Ret_:r to the Important Safety lnslructions on page 1.

Use Indirect Light

I)on't place the TV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen. Use sofi or indirect lighting.

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Choose Your Connection

There are several ways to connect your TV. Please use the following chart to determine which connection is best for you.

Proceed to the appropriate page and connect your TV.

Note for US customers: If you prefer, we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service Representative who will visit your home for a fee to install your electronic details about this service, call I_88&206-3359.

entertainment system and to instruct you in its operation.

For

For additional assistance while using your RCA product, please visit www_rca.com/customersupport.

Components

Cables

Needed

Coaxial

Audio/video

Component video

DVI-HDTV

Coaxial

Audio/video

S-Video

Connection

Title

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TV + HDTV Tuner

+ DVD + VCR pages 6-7

TV + Satellite

Receiver + VCR pages 8-9

Coaxial

Audio/video

Component video

TV + DVD + VCR pages 10-11

For general information on connecting an A/V receiver or speakers to your TV, go to page 12.

Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV

The pictures below show the cables needed for the connections represented in this book.

Audio/Video cables

Chapter 1

Coaxial cable S-Video cable Component Video

(Y.Pb.Pr) cables

DVI_HDTV Cable

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1.

Make sure cable or antenna and/or satellite is connected to your VCR.

A. Connect the coaxial cable frol_q your cable outlet or antenna to the antenna input on tile HDTV Tuner.

B. Connect the satellite dish antenna to the satellite input on the HDTV Tuner.

2.

Make the video connection between your HDTV Tuner and the TV.

A. Best Conneclion: DVI-HDTV

Connect a DVI-HDTV cable to the DVI-HDTV iack on the back of your HDTV Tuner. Connect the other end of the cable to the DVI-HDTV input on the back of "IV.

- OR -

B. Very Good Connection: Connect three video grade cables to the CMP1 Y PB PR jacks on the back of the TV and to

|he Y PB PR jacks on the HDTV Tuner.

Notes: The DVI-HDTV and Y PB PRjacks send the digital cable signal to the TV in digital and analog formats, respectively.

3.

Make the audio connection between your HDTV Tuner and the TV (to match your video connection).

A. If you used the DVI-HDTV jack:

Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the DVI-HDTV L and R audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the

Audio Output jacks on the HDTV Tuner.

- OR -

B. If you used the Component Video jacks:

Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the CMP1 L and R audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio

Output jacks on tile HDTV Tunei:

4.

Connect your HDTV Tuner to your VCR.

A. Connect a coaxial cable to the HDTV Tuner's antenna output and to VCR's antenna input.

B. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the Audio Output jacks on the HDTV Tuner and to the Audio Input jacks on the VCR.

C. Connect the video cable to the Video Output jack on the HDTV Tuner and to the Video Input iack on the VCR.

5.

Connect your VCR to your TV.

A. Connect a coaxial cable to the VCR's antenna output and to the ANTENNA/CABLE Input iack on tile TV.

B. Connect the audio (whim and red) cables to the VID2 L/MONO and R audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the

Audio Output iacks on the VCR.

C. Connect the video cable to the VID2 V (video) jack on the back of the "IV and to the Video Output jack on the VCR.

6.

Connect your DVD player to your TV.

A. Connect tile audio (white and red) cables to the CMP2 L and R audio iacks on the back of the "IV and to the Audio

Output jacks on the DVD player.

B. Connect three video grade cables to the CMP2 Y PB PR iacks on the back of the "IV and to the Y PB PR jacks on the

DVD player.

Notes: If your DVD player doesn't have Y PBPRjacks, but does have an S-Video jack, connect the player to the TV's

VID1 S-VIDEOjack using an S-Video cable.

If your DVD player doesn't have an S-Video jack, connect the player to the TV's VID1 V (video)jack using a video cable.

Important: If you use the TV's VID1 S-VIDEOor V (video)jack to connect the DVD player, you must connect the audio cables to the TV's VID1 L/MONO and Rjacks.

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1.

Connect your VCR to your TV.

A. Connect a coaxial cable to the VCR's antenna output and to the ANTENNA/CABLE Input

jack on file TV.

B. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the VID2 L/MONO and R Audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on file VCR.

C. Connect the video cable to the VID2 V (Video) jack on the back of file TV and to the Video

Output jack on the VCR.

2.

Make sure cable or antenna is connected to your VCR.

Connect the coaxial cable fi'om your cable outlet or antenna to file antenna input on the VCR.

3.

Connect your Satellite Receiver to your TV.

A. Connect the mldio (white and red) cables to the VID1 L/MONO and R Audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on file Satellite Receiver.

B. Connect the video cable to the VID1 V (Video) jack on the back of the TV and to the Video

Output jack on the Satellite Receiver.

C. If your Satellite Receiver has an S-Video jack, connect an S-Video cable (instead of the video cable in step B) to the S-VI1)EO jack on the TV and to the S-VI1)EO jack on the satellite receiver.

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1.

Connect your DVD Player to your TV.

A. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the CMP1 L and R Audio jacks on the back of tim TV and to the Audio Output iacks on the DVD player.

B. Connect three video grade cables to the CMP1 Y PB PR iacks on the back of the TV and to llle Y PB PR jacks on the DVD player.

Notes:

If your DVD player does not have Y PB PRjacks, but does have an S-Video jack, connect the

player to the VID1 S-VIDEOjack on the TV using an S-Video cable.

If your DVD player does not have an S-Video jack, connect the player to the VID1 V (Video)

jack on the back of the TV using a video cable.

Important: If you use the VIDI S-VIDEOor V (Video)jack to connect your TV to the DVD

player, you must connect the audio cables to the VIDI L/MONO and Rjacks on the T_

2.

Connect your VCR to your TV.

A. Connect a coaxial cable to the VCR's antenna output and to the ANTENNA/CABLE Input jack on the TV.

B. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the VID2 L/MONO and R Audio iacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output iacks on the VCR.

C. Connect the video cable to the VID2 V (Video) iack on the back of the TV and to the Video

Output jack on the VCR.

3.

Make sure cable or antenna is connected to your VCR.

Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet or antenna to tim antenna input on the VCR.

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TV+ A/V Receiver or Speakers

These are two different ways your TV uses a co_:qponent to hear audio.

1.

Connect audio cables to either the FIXED or VARIABLE AUDIO L and R OUTFUT jacks and to the Audio Inputs on the A/V receiver.

• FIXED provides fixed-level audio oulput from the "IV. This audio output is ideal for connecting to an A/V receiver that has its own volume control.

• VARIABLE provides variable-level audio output. Volume levels can be con_olled by the volm:qe controls on the TV and TV remote con_ol.

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2.

Use speaker wire to connect the "IV to external speakers.

• The EXT/INT switch beside the iacks let you turn the TV's internal speakers on or off. If you connect external speakei:s, slide the switch to EXT so the audio is sent to lhe external speakers only. Choosing 1NT sends the audio to the TV's speakei:s only.

Note: The external speaker rating is 8 ohms with 15 watts power handling capabilities.

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Explanation of Jacks (in alphabetical order)

This section desclibes the iacks you can use to make connections.

There are several ways to connect components to your TV.

ANTENNA/CABLE Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from the antenna, cable, cable box, or if using the examples on pages 6-11, a VCR.

....

COMPONENT

_=_ CMP1

INPUTS

_ CMP2

COMPOSITE INPUTS

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AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT Lets you connect an amplifier or audio receiver for improved sound quality" or an external video monitor:

• FIXED AUDIO L/R Provides fixed-level audio output from the "IV. This audio output is ideal tBr connecting an A/V receiver when you want to control the volume through the A/V receivei:

• VARIABLE AUDIO Provides variable-level audio output.

Volmne levels am controlled by the volume controls on the "IV and remote control.

• SUBWOOFER Provides lower bass audio frequencies from the "IV to a subwoofer.

Note: If you've connected a subwoofer, make sure you set the External Subwoofer option in the Sound menu. Go to page 33 for instructions.

COMPONENT INPUTS Lets you connect a component video source, such as a DVD player.

• CMP1 Y PB PR (Component Video) Provides optimum picture quality because the video is separated into three signals. Use three video-grade cables for the connection.

When using CMP1 Y PB PR, make sure to connect left and right audio cables to the CMP1 L and R Audio Input iacks.

• CMP1 L (Audio) usually white.

Provides left audio connection.

The left audio connector is

• CMP1 R (Audio) usually red.

Provides right audio connection.

The right audio connector is

• CMP2 Y PB PR, and L and R Audio Allows you to connect a second component video source.

Their descriplion is the same as CMP1 above.

When using CMP2 Y PB

PR, make sure you connect the left and right audio cables to the CMP2 Audio iacks.

COMPOSITE INPUTS Lets you connect anolher component such as a VCR, DVD player, or laserdisc player. Its AUDIO iacks are the same as described for CMP1 above.

• VID1 S-VIDEO Provides better picture quality than the video jacks (VID1 and 2

Video) because the color part of the picture is separated from the black and white part of the picture. When using VID1 S-VIDEO, make sum to connect left and right audio cables to the VID1 L/MONa and R Audio Input jacks.

• VID1 V (Video) usually yellow.

Provides composite video connection.

The video connector is

• VID2 S-VIDEO, V and L/MONa and R Audio Allows you to connect a component such as a VCR, DVD playeL or laserdisc player.

Their description is the same as

VID1 above.

Note: For each VID jack group (VIDI and VID2), you may connect either an S-Video or Video cable. Do not connect both at the same time in either of the VID jack groups.

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DVLHDTV Input Lets you connect an HDTV Tuner with a DVI output.

DVI (Digital Visual Interface) Provides an uncompressed, digital video interface developed for high-bandwiddl digital connection.

It supports the overlay of highresolution graphics needed by some electronic program guide navigation and other interactive services. DVI, when combined with HDCP (High bandwidth Digital

Content Protection) technology, creates a protected digital connection.

The DVI-

HDTV connection is designed to display either progressive scan (480p) or HDTV

(1080i) signals at a bandwidth of up to 1.78 Gigabits per second.

• L (Audio) Provides left audio connection when using the DVI iack. The left audio connector is usually white.

• R (Audio) Provides right audio connection when using the DVI jack. The right audio connector is usually red.

Note: Remember to connect the left and right audio cables because the DVI cable

carries only the picture signal, not the sound.

EXTERNAL SPEAKERS

• Right and Left Speaker Terminals Let you connect external left and right speakers to the TV to receive left and right sound.

• EXT/INT (switch) Lets you turn the TV's internal speakers on or off. EXT sends audio to external speakers only. 1NT sends audio to the TV's internal speakers only.

Wired IR This jack is for connecting a wired remote control system, which is primarily for prolk'ssional installers.

If you're using the remote that was included with your TV, don't plug anything into this jack.

The Front of Your TV

Front Input Jacks

The TV has front inputs for convenience: one set of audio/video input jacks, an S-Video jack and a headphones jack. The jacks are ideal for using a video game console or a camcorder.

Locate the jacks either on the t?ont of the TV or on one of the sides. To access the component you connected to the front of the TV, press the INt UT button on your remote until

FRNT appears on the screen.

Note: When connecting a component that uses a monaural cable, such as some camcorders, use the Left (mann) input jack to get sound from both speakers.

PHONES Allows you to connect headphones to listen to tile sound coming from tim TV. To adjust volume control of the headphones, press the VOL > or VOL < button (the volume display appears).

Press the mxow up or down button (the headphone volume display appears), titan press the right or left arrow button to adjust the headphone volume.

VIDEO (in) Receives video from another component such as a camcorder, video game console or VCR.

L/MONO and R AUDIO Receives audio from anoflmr component such as a camcorder, video game console or VCR.

S-VIDEO (in) Allows you to connect an S-Video cable from anoflmr component.

Make sure you also connect audio cables from the component to the TV.

Note: Do not connect an S-Video and a regular video cable to the FRNrjacks at the same time.

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Front Panel Buttons

If you cannot locate your remole, you can use tile front panel bu|tons of your TV to operate many of |he TV's features.

MENU/OK Brings up tile Main menu.

In the menu system, it selects highlighted items.

CI-I v Scans down thi_)ugh file cun'ent channel list. In lhe menu system, acts like down arrow button on tile remote control and adjusts menu consols.

(2I-I ^ Scans up through the channel list. In file menu system, acts like up arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls.

¥OL < Decreases the volume.

In file menu system, acts like let_ arrow button on the remote con_ol and adjusts menu controls.

¥OL > Increases the volume.

In file menu system, acts like right arrow button on file remote control and adjusts menu controls.

POWER Turns the TV on and off.

Plug in the TV

Plug the end of file power cord into a grounded wall outlet.

Insert the plug completely into the outlet.

Put batteries in the remote

• Remove tile battery compartment cover fl'om tile back of tile remote by pushing _lle tab and lifting off the cover.

• Insert two fresh batteries.

Make sure the polarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly.

• Replace tile cover.

TV button

OK button

How to Use the Remote Control to

Complete the Initial Setup

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

The flmory select it.

is the same throughout the menu screens: highlight your choice and

To highlight a menu item, press the mTOWbuttons on the remote to highlight one of the items listed on the screen.

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

Use the right or let't arrow button to move right or left.

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

Note: Highlighted means that the menu item stands out from other menu

items on the list (appears darker, brighter, or a different color).

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To access the setup menus manually, press

MENU and choose SETUP

Setup

Turn on the TV

Press "IV on the remote, or press POWER on lhe TV's front panel.

Note: Pressing the TV button not only turns on the TV, but puts the remote into TV mode.

"TV mode" means that the buttons on the remote control operate the TV's functions.

Complete the Initial Setup

The menu system in your TV allows lhe TV's features to work properly.

The first time you turn on your TV, the setup screens appear.

Set the Menu Language

The first part of the setup allows you to select your preferred language for the menu system.

If English is your preferred language, press OK. If you want to choose another language, press lhe down arrow button until that language is highlighted, and press OK.

Complete Auto Channel Search

The next screen asks you to make sure yott_ve connected tile "157 to a cable, satellite, or oil'-air signal. When you're sure that a signal is connected to your

TV, press OK on your remote to go to the Channel setup screen.

In the Channel setup screen, you can launch the Auto channel search by pressing OK. The Auto channel search allows file TV to search for all channels viewable lilrough your antenna or cable TV system. This is sometimes called auloprogrammi_.

When the channel search is complete, press OK to access

|he List & Labels screen.

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Note:

If you're using an HD source (such as an

HDTV tuner or HDTV satellite receiver) on the

CMPNT or DVI input, you should run Auto convergence separately for that input as well.

Tune to the input you're using for the HD

source, then go to page 38 for information on Auto convergence.

Changing Lists and Labels

The List & Labels part of _e setup lets you edit your channel list and choose or create a personal six-character label for each channel.

Note: Changing List and Labels can be time consuming.

these at a later time by accessing the Setup menu.

You can change

1.

Press the leli or right arrow to scroll fllrough tim channels and choose the one you want to edit.

2.

Press llle down aITOWIo highlight llle In channel list option. Press the lefl or right arrow button to add (the box is checked) or remove 0he box is unchecked) the channel from lhe list.

.

Press llle down mTOW Io highlight the Cbannd label option.

Press the let't or right arrow button to scroll through the available list of 25 most common labels.

The last option in the list allows you Io create your own sixcharacter label for the channel (the fii:st letter of the label is highlighted).

4.

Press the 1 or 2 number button to change the first letter of lhe label.

5.

Press lhe right mTOWtO highlight the second lettei; then press the 1 or 2 number button to change the second lette_; etc...

6.

When you am finished to lhe Auto Conve_ence creating your label, press OK. Select Go back to go menu.

2.

Auto Convergence

Your TV's picture tubes might have been disturbed during delivery or after you moved the "IV, causing the color in your TV to be out of alignment.

The colors adjust by starting auto convergence.

IMPORTANE" Auto convergence works best once the TV has warmed up for at least an hou_ If you've just unpacked your TV, it's a good idea to repeat the Auto convergence function when the TV's been running for at

least an hou_ See page 38 for more information about Auto convergence.

1.

Press OK to begin auto convergence.

.

When the auto convergence is complete, Ihe Red center conve_Nence menu appeai:s. The cross in the middle of the screen should be yellow. If it is not, use the mTOWbuttons to move the red cross to overlap tim green cross.

Press OK when adjusunents are complete.

The Blue center convergence menu appears wilh a cyan cross in the middle of the screen. If it is not, use the arrow buttons to move the blue cross to overlap the green cross. Press OK (tim TV tunes to the last selected/ available channel in lhe channel list).

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18 f

DVD

AUX'HD

VOL

PRESETS

FREEZE

I

_

GUIDE

2

INFO

SKIP

INPUT

REVERSE

RECORD

PIP

Indicator

0

MUTE GO BACK

PLAY

STOP

PlPCH-

ON'OFF

ANTENNA

FORWARD

PAUSE

PIPCH+

J

The Buttons on the Remote Control

(0-9) Number Buttons d_rough the remote control.

Enter channel numbers and time settings directly

To enter a one-digit channel, enter a zero first. To enter a two-digit channel, press the two digits. To enter a throe-digit channel, press and hold the 1 button until 1 and two dashes (- -) appear, lllen add llle second two digits. Example: to tune to channel 123, press and hold 1 until 1- - appeans, release llle 1 button and then press 2 and 3.

ANTENNA In VCR mode (if programmed), this button works as a TV/VCR button for some VC1Ls.In SAT mode (if programmed), this button works as a

"IV/SKF button for some satellite receivers.

Arrows Used to highlight different items in lhe TV menu and to adiust the menu controls.

The up and down arrows move the PIP window when no menus are on the screen.

When watching TV without the PIP window or menu system in use, the let1 and right arrows (ZOOMand ZOOM+) change llle current tbrmat of dm screen (4:3, Zoom 14:9, Zoom 16:9, Zoom 16:9 A/V,

Cinerama, regular mode 16:9).

AUX-HD Puts the remote in AUX/HD mode. As a del_ult, this button controls some models of RCA HDTV Tunens. It can also be programmed to operate some brands of an additional remote-controllable componenLs.

The Autotuning feature tor this bmlon works only with HDTV tuners (see page 24 for morn information on Autotuning).

CH + or CH Scans up or down lhrough the currant channel list. Press once to change the channel up or down; press and hold to continue changing channels.

In DVD mode (if programmed), these buttons work as chapter advance or chapter reverse buttons will1 some DVD playens.

CLEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns you to normal viewing. Also exits PIP or POP if no menu is displayed.

DVD Puts the remote in DVD mode and, if Autotuning dm TV and tune to dm correct input channel.

is enabled, will turn on

FREEZE When watching "IV, freezes llle picture until you press any button on llle remote to resume normal "IV viewing.

The FREEZE feature automatically times out atier a short time. Please note dmt when you "unt)'eeze" you go back to live programming (skipping any" programming that occmwed during the freeze).

Note: The FREEZE feature does not work on signals from the DVI-HDTV, CMPI or CMP2 inputs in progressive scan (480p) or HDTV (10800 modes.

Do not use the Freeze feature for an extended period of time. This can cause the image to be permanently imprinted on the picture tube. Such damage is not covered by your warranty.

Press any button to unfreeze the picture at any time.

130 BACK Returns you to the previous channel.

GU1]DE Brings up dm Channel Guide menu.

Indicator Indicates dm programming mode when programming the remote to con_ol components.

The indicator lights up when you press a valid button on tlle remote.

It flickens when the remote batteries are low and you press a bulton.

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The indicator flashes when the remote batteries are low and you press a button on the remote.

A warning banner may also appear on the screen when you press a remote button and your batteries are low.

Tip

To turn off all the RCA, GE, and Proscan components that are connected to the TV, press ON.OFF

twice within two seconds.

This feature only works with most RCA, GE, and Proscan products.

Note:

The DVD and AUXoHD buttons also turn on most RCA, GE, and Proscan products.

INFO Brings up channel banner; press again to clear the screen.

INPUT Press to toggle through tile available input sources (VID1, VID2, FRNT,

CMP1, CMP2 and DVI. Press the CH+ or CH- bulton to resume "IV viewing).

MENU Brings up the Main menu.

MUTE Reduces the TV's volume to its minimum level. Press again to restore the volume.

OK When in the menu system, selects highlighted items. When watching

"IV, freezes the picture until you press any" bulton on the remote to resume normal TV viewing.

Please note that when you "unfreeze" you go back to live programming (skipping any programming lhat occurred dining lhe freeze).

ON-OFF When in TV mode, turns the "IV on and off. If in anolher component mode (DVD or AUX*HD) and programmed, will turn the component on and off. When pressed twice within two seconds, the ON* OFF button turns off most

RCA, GE and Proscan components.

PIP Press once to bring up the small picture-in-picture window.

Press again to bring up the picture-outside-picture (POP) windows.

Press to remove POP. (See

Chapter 3 for more intk)rmation about using PIP.)

PIP + or PIP When using PIP or POP, changes the channel in the picture window.

PRESETS Displays the Picture and Sound preset sellings.

Use the up and down arrow bultons to highlight eilher Picture or Sound settings.

Use the left and right arrow bultons to change to a different Picture or Sound preset.

REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, RECORD, STOP, PAUSE If programmed, provides transport control for some remote-controllable VCKs and DVD playei:s.

SKIP Press once belk}re changing channels and the "IV will wait 30 seconds belk)re returning you to the original channel.

Press repeatedly to add more time.

TV Turns on the TV and puts the remote in "IV mode. Also displays cmTent status.

VOLor VOL + Decreases or increases the TV's volume.

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Indicator

Programming the Remote to Operate

Other Components

The universal remote can be programmed to operate most brands of remote controllable components.

The remote is already programmed to operate most

RCA, GE, and Proscan components.

Also, tile AUX*HD button can be programmed to operate most brands of an additional remote-controllable component (such as a VCR, DVD player, satellite receiver or cable box).

Note: The TV button can't be programmed on this remote.

Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote

To determine whether the universal remote needs to be programmed one of the components following: connected to your TV, such as a DVD player, to operate do file

1.

Turn on the component (in this example, a DVD player).

2.

Point the remote at the component.

3.

Press file corresponding button).

component button (in this example, the DVD

4.

Press ON*OFF to see if the DVD player responds.

If the DVD player doesn't respond, you need to program the remote to operate it.

You'll use these buttons when you program the remote.

Important: The remote may not be compatible with all models of

all brands of components. It also may not operate all functions of the remote that came with your component.

To stop the automatic code search without programming any components, press and hold

CLEAR until the indicator on the remote turns off.

Programming the Remote

There are two ways to program tile remote control:

* automatic code search

* direct ent_ T

Using Automatic Code Search

The t_llowing instructions can be used to program tile remote to operate each of your components.

If you want to stop the automatic code search without programming any" of your components, press CLEAR until the indicator on the remote turns off.

Note: The AUX*HD button on this remote is set by default to search

for codes for DVD players only. If you want to program it for use with a different component, use the direct entry method.

1.

Turn on tile component you want to operate (VCR, DVD player, etc.)

2.

Press and hold the component button you want to program (DVD or

AUX*HD).

While holding the component button, press and hold ON*OFF until the indicator on the remote turns on, _hen release both buttons.

3.

Point the remote at _he component.

Press and release PLAY, _hen wait 5 seconds or until the indicator on lhe remote stops flashing.

At this point the remote is searching for the correct code to program.

If, after 5 seconds, _he component you want to operate does not turn off, press PLAY again to tell the remote to search the next set of codes.

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Important

You must continue pressing the component button while you enter the code.

Let's say you have a Zenith DVD playe_ To program the universal remote to operate the

DVD player, you would:

Press and hold the DVD button while you enter the first code listed for Zenith in the

DVD Codes column.

Release the DVD button.

Press ON*OFF to see if the DVD player responds.

If it doesn't, follow the same steps, but enter the second code for Zenith DVD players instead of the first.

Continue pressing PLAY unlil llle component turns off or llle indicator lighl on llle remote turns oft'. If llle indicator light turns off, then all codes for that particular component have been tested once. If the component does not turn off', dmn the remote can't be progrm:qmed to operate dlat component.

If llle component you want to control does turn off:

1.

Press and release REVERSE, then wait 2 seconds.

Repeat this step until the device turns back ON.

2.

To finish, press and hold STOP until the indicator on tile remote turns off.

A code that controls your component has been saved to that remote button.

Using Direct Entry

1.

Turn on the component to be programmed.

2.

Look up the brand and code nm:qber(s) for the co_:qponent on the code list in this section.

3.

Press and hold the component button you want to program on the remote.

4.

Enter llle code from the remote control code list on llle following pages.

If dm indicator flashes, you have either entered an invalid code or the button isn't programmable.

5.

Release the component buuon, point the remote at the component and dmn press ON*OFF to see if tile component responds to tile command.

If it doesn't, try pressing tile component button and dmn ON* OFF again.

* If you get no response, repeat these steps using llle next code listed for your brand, until llle component responds to the remote commands.

* If you fry all the codes tbr your component brand and none work, try tile automatic code search method.

If automatic code search doesn't find the code, the remote is not compatible with your component.

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Component buttons

AUX'_D _V

Control

How to Use the Remote After You've Programmed It

Because this universal remote can control several different components

DVD, VCR, satellite receiver, etc.) it uses operational modes triggered

(TV, by the component buttons.

For example, if you want the remote to control the TV, you would press the TV button to put dm remote into TV mode before you could control the TV.

1.

2.

3.

Press the appropriate component remote to control lhe component.

button (DVD or AUXoHD) to set the

Press ONoOFF to turn the component ON or OFF.

Use the remote buttons that apply to that component.

Notes:

The remote may not be compatible with all brands and models of components.

It also may not operate all functions of the remote that came with your component.

If you keep pressing buttons and nothing happens, the remote is probably in the wrong mode.

You must press the component button that matches the component you want to operate (i.e., if you want to operate the DVD player, press DVD on the remote control to put the remote in DVD mode.)

Using the INPUT Button

Use the INPUT button to scroll through the available input channels and view components you have connected to the TV.

1.

Press TV to place the remote in TV mode.

Make sure the component want to view is turned ON.

you

2.

Press INPUT to tune to an available input channel.

3.

To return to the channel you were previously watching on TV, press CH+ or

CH- button.

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Re ote ¢ontrQ| Codes

VCR Codes

Progt'anm_ab]e f_)r the A'dX-HI) button.

Admlml .........................................................................

Advenmra ....................................................................

Aiko ..............................................................................

Aiwa .............................................................................

2132

2026

2027

2026

Akal ......... 20(}3, 20(}4, 2005, 2007. 2(}08. 2111, 2112, 2i¸13

American High .............................................................

Asha .............................................................................

A_ldlo l_inamics ................................................

A_dlovox .....................................................................

202i

2013

20(}9, 2010

2014

Ball &HoweII ..............................................................

Bea_li_ark .....................................................................

201 t

2013

Brok_)nic ...........................................................

CaIix .............................................................................

2012, 2025

2014

Candle ...............

2013, 2014, 2015, 2(}16, 2(}i7, 2018, 20¸19

Canon .......................................................

2(}2I, 2022, 2i¸14

Capehart .............................................................

Cal;,er ...........................................................................

2020, 2i¸10

2062

CCE .....................................................................

Citizen

2027, 206I

2013, 2014, 2015, 2016. 2(}17. 2018, 2019, 2027

Colortyme ....................................................................

Colt ...............................................................................

20(}9

206i

Craig ................................................

2(}13, 2(}i4, 2023, 206i

Cnrtis Mathes .......................

200(}. 2009, 2(}i3, 2016, 2018,

2021. 2(}22. 2(}24, 2115, 213I

Cybernex ......................................................................

2013

Daewoo 2015, 2017, 2019, 2025, 2(}26, 2(}27, 2028, 2I¸10

Daytron ........................................................................

DBX ....................................................................

2110

20(}9, 20¸10

Dimensla ............................................................

Dynate& ......................................................................

Electrohome .......................................................

Electrophonic ...............................................................

20(}0, 213I

2026

2014, 2029

20¸14

Emerson .....................

2012. 2014, 2015, 2(}2I, 2024, 2025,

2026, 2029, 203(}, 2031, 2(}32, 2(}33, 2034,2035, 2036,

2037, 2038, 2039, 2040, 2(}41_ 2(}42,2(}44, 2045, 2046,

2047. 2065, 2113, 2Ii6, 2117, 2130

Fisher¸¸¸¸¸¸¸ 201 i, 2023, 2048, 2049, 2(}50, 2(}51, 2052, 2I 18

Fuji ......................................................................

Funal ............................................................................

Garmrd .........................................................................

202I, 2i¸19

2026

2026

GE ..................................................

2000, 2(}0i, 2013, 202i,

2022. 2(}53, 2Ii5, 2120, 213i

Goldstar ...........................................

2(}09, 2014, 2018, 2054

(_mdlente .....................................................................

2026

Harley Davidson ..........................................................

Harman Kardon ...........................................................

IIarwood ......................................................................

2026

20(}9

206i

Headquarter .................................................................

201 t

Miracle1...............

2055, 2056. 2057. 2107. 21 t 1, 2120, 2122

Hi Q .............................................................................

2023

Instant RepIay ..............................................................

202i

202I

.1C Penney 20(}9, 201(}, 2011, 2013, 2(}i4, 2021, 2022,

2055, 2056, 2038, 2(}59, 2(}60, 21(}7, 2i¸18

.lensen .......................................................

2(}55, 2056, 2I 1i

.lVC ..............................

2009, 2010, 2011_ 2(}i8, 211i, 2123

Kemvood .......... 20(}9, 201(}. 2011.2(}16.

2018, 211t, 2123

KIlt ..............................................................................

206i

Kodak .................................................................

Lloyd ............................................................................

I_glk ............................................................................

IXI ................................................................................

2014, 202I

2026

206i

2014

Magnavox ......................................

2021_ 2(}22, 2062, 2063,

2104. 2105, 21(}8, 2124

Magnm .........................................................................

2013

Marantz 20(}9, 201(}, 20t].

2016. 2(}18. 2(}2I, 2062, 2064

Marta ............................................................................

20¸14

Masushlta .....................................................................

Mel ...............................................................................

Memorex ........................................

2011, 2(}i3, 2014,

202i

202i

202I,

2(}23, 2(}26, 21(}4, 2132

MGA .........................................................

2(}29, 2065, 2113

MGN l_(:hnology ........................................................

MidIand ........................................................................

MinoIla .....................................................

20¸13

2053

2(}5"5,2056, 2i(}7

Mi_subishl ......... 2029, 2055, 2056, 2065, 2(}66, 2067, 2068,

2(}69, 207(I, 207I, 2072, 2073, 2(}74, 2106, 2113, 2123

Montgome W X.Vard.............................................

Molorola .............................................................

2075, 2132

202I, 2132

M'[_ ....................................................................

2013, 2126

M_hitech ...............................

2013, 2(}16, 2(}26, 2053, 206I

NE(2 ............................

2009. 201(}, 2011.2016.

2(}t8.

2064,

2076. 2(}78. 2(}79, 211t, 2123

Nikko ...........................................................................

2014

NobIex ..........................................................................

20¸13

Olympt_s ......................................................................

Optimns .............................................................

2021

2014, 2132

Optonica ......................................................................

2096

Panasonlc ....................

2021. 2022_ 21(}9, 2125_ 2126, 2127

Pentax ...................................

2016. 2(}55, 2056, 21(}7, 212(}

Pentex Research ..........................................................

2018

PMco ..............................................

2(}2i, 2022, 2062, 2063

PMips .............................................

2(}2I, 2062, 2096, 2124

Pilot ..............................................................................

2014

Pioneer ..................................

2010. 2(}55, 2080, 2081, 2123

Portland ...........................................

2(}i6, 2017, 2019, 211(}

Proscan .....................................................

20(}0, 200I, 2131

Protec ...........................................................................

206¸1

P_llsar ...........................................................................

Quarter .........................................................................

Quartz ..........................................................................

2104

2011

2011

Quasar ......................................................

RCA 20(}0, 2001, 2003, 20i£

2021, 2022, 2125

2(}2i, 2(}55, 2056, 2082,

2083, 2084, 2085, 2(}86, 2(}87, 2088, 2080,

2090, 2091, 2107, 2115, 2120, 2125, 213i, 2133

Radioshackit{eallstic ........... 2011. 2(}i3, 2014, 202i, 2022,

2023, 2026, 2029, 2(}49, 2050, 2096, 2132

Radix ............................................................................

2014

Randex .........................................................................

Ricoh ............................................................................

R_mco ...........................................................................

2014

2128

2104

8ams_mg ......................

2005, 2013, 2(}i5, 2033, 2053, 2112

Sanky ..................................................................

Sansul ..............................................

21(}4, 2132

2010, 2092, 21II, 2123

8anyo ........................................................

Scott

2011, 2013, 2023

2012, 2015, 2025, 2032, 2(}38, 2065, 2093, 2116

Sears ...........................

2011, 2014, 2(}2i, 2(}23, 2048, 2049,

205(}, 2051, 2(}55, 2056, 21(}7, 2118

Sharp .................

2017. 2029, 2094, 2(}95, 2096, 2097, 2132

8hlntom ...........................................

2(}04, 2056, 206I, 2098

Shogun .........................................................................

2013

Signature ......................................................................

Singer .......................................................

2021, 206i,

2132

2128

Sony ................................................

2(}04, 2098, 2099, 2119

8"1_ ......................................................................

202i, 2107

8ylvanla ............. 2021. 2022. 2026. 2(}62, 2063, 2065, 2124

Symphonic ...................................................................

Tand.v ...........................................................................

Tashiko .........................................................................

2026

2011

2014

Tatung ..........................................................................

T_;AC ........................................................

Technics .............................................................

2I 11

2026, 2085, 2i I ]

202i, 2109

Teknika .................................

2014.2(}2I, 2026, 21(}0, 2129

TMK ..........................................................

2013, 2024, 2047

Toshiba .............. 2015, 20_9, 2051, 2(}55, 2065, 2093, 2116

_btevslon ...........................................................

2013, 2014

Unite& .........................................................................

2013 recur Resea_h ..............................

2(}09, 2010, 2015, 2016

Victor ............................................................................

201(}

Video Concepts ....................

2009, 2010, 2013, 2016, 2113

Videosonic ...................................................................

2013

Wards 2013, 2014, 2015, 2021, 2(}23, 2(}26, 2029, 2055,

2056, 206i, 2006. 2101. 2102, 2103, 21(}7, 2116, 2132

2021, 2026, 206¸1

_2amaha .................................

Zenith ....................................

2009, 2010_ 2011, 2018_ 211¸1

2004.2(}98, 21(}4, 2119, 2128

DVD codes

Programmable _i_r the I)VD and A[Xo}ID buttons.

..................................................................................

Apex ...................................................................

(}E ................................................................................

Hitachi ..........................................................................

JVC .....................................................................

Konka .................................................................

30(X)

3023, 3024

300(}

3008

30(}2, 3010

301 t, 3012

Magnavox ....................................................................

Mitsubishi .....................................................................

Panasonlc .....................................................................

3003

3004

3013

Philips .............................................

3003, 3019, 302t, 3022

Pioneer .........................................................................

3005

Proscan .........................................................................

R(;A ....................................................................

3000

3000, 3001

Samsmg .......................................................................

3025

Sanyo ............................................................................

Sony .........................................................

3014

30(}6, 3015, 3016

"rosI_iba .....................................................

3007, 3017, 302(}

Zenith ...........................................................................

3018

Cable Rox Codes

Progmmmable tbr the AI X°HD button.

ABC .......................................

5002, 5(}03, 5004, 5006, 5053

Antronix .............................................................

Archer .......................................................

5008, 5009

50(}8, 5009, 501(}

(2abIetenna ...................................................................

(2abIeview ...................................................................

(_lour Voice ......................................................

(_mtmnlc ....................................................................

(_ntec ..........................................................................

5008

5008

5012, 5013

5014

5016

Eastern .........................................................................

(}C Electronics .............................................................

(}E ......................................................................

5017

5009

500(}, 500¸1

Gemini ...............................................................

General [nstr tlmeZ_t .....................................................

5018, 5019

5003

Hamlin ........................

5020, 5(}2i, 5(}22, 5028, 5035, 5045

Hitachi ..........................................................................

5003

Jerrold .........................

5003, 50t8 5(}23, 5024, 5046, 5053

Magnavox ....................................................................

5025

Memo_x ......................................................................

Movie "[_me ..................................................................

5026

5027

NEC ..............................................................................

NS(; ...............................................................................

Oak .....................................................................

Panasonlc ...........................................................

5005

5027

5016, 5029

5048, 5052

Phillps ............................................

5(}i1, 5012, 5013, 5015,

50t9, 5(}25, 5030, 5031, 5032

Pioneer ...............................................................

5033, 5034

Proscan ...............................................................

R(_ .................................................

500(}, 5001

5(}07, 5047, 5049, 5052

ReaIistic ........................................................................

5009

Regal ..................................................................

Regency ........................................................................

Rembrand_ ...................................................................

5022, 5035

5017

5003

8amsung .......................................................................

5034

Scientific Atlanta .............................

5(}06, 5036, 5037, 5038

Signal ............................................................................

8ignam_ ......................................................................

Sprucer .........................................................................

8tanda_ (_mponents .......................................

8tarcom ..............................................................

5018

5003

5052

5039, 5044

5018, 5053

8targate .........................................................................

Sta_lest .......................................................................

"Focom ................................................................

Tt_sa ..............................................................................

TV86 .............................................................................

5018

5018

5004, 5023

5018

5027

Unika ..................................................................

United Cable ................................................................

5008, 5009

5053

Universal ..................................................

Viewstar .............................................................

Zenith .................................................................

50(}8, 5009, 501(}

5025, 5027

505(}, 505¸1

Satellite Receiver Codes

Programmable tbr the AIJX°HD button.

Alphastar ......................................................................

Chapparal ...........................................................

Dishnet .........................................................................

5079

505(1, 5057

51)78

Dmke .................................................................

5058, 5059

Echostar .......................................................................

(}E ..............................................

5089

5000 (SATI), 5001 (SKf2)

General Instruments ................................

Hitachi ................................................................

5060, 5061, 5062

5083, 508"i

Hughes Nelwork ...............................................

JVC ...............................................................................

Panasonlc .....................................................................

5(/77, 5090

5082

5075

Phillps ..........................................................................

Primestar ......................................................................

Proscan .......................................

5085

5076

5000 (SAT1), 5001 (SKf2)

RCA ..............

50(10 (SA'II/, 500t (SAI2), 507i, 5080, 5081

ReaIistic ........................................................................

5063

So W .............................................................................

S3SJ ..............................................................................

5072

5064

8382 ..............................................................................

8383 ..............................................................................

5065

5066

S'l .S4 ..............................................................................

Toshiba ...............................................................

[ iniden ...............................................................

50(_7

5008, 5073

50(¢), 508(1

HDTV Tuner Codes

Programmable tbr the" AI X°HD button.

RCA..............................................................................

7000

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Channel Banner

There are several indicators that might appear when you press the TV or 1NFO button on the remote.

This display is called the Channel Banner. The following list describes llle items on the

Channel Banner screen (leli to right and top to bottom).

Sample displays on a Channel Banner.

4/3 format iono

(or Stereo)

SAP

CC

03:45 pm

15 NBC

Commercial skip 0:30

Current screen format.

Mono appeai:s when the current channel is broadcasting in mono.

Stereo appeai:s when the current channel is broadcasting in stereo.

The cmxent channel is broadcasting SAP (Second Audio

Program) int_rmation.

Parental Controls am locked.

Closed Captioning is available on the cmxent channel.

Cmxent time.

Cmxent channel and label assigned to the channel.

Shows llle time remaining on llle commercial skip (SKIP) time_:

Sound is muted.

Autotuning

The autotuning tk:ature aut<mqatically tunes the TV to the correct channel/input for different components you have connected to your "IV (like a VCR, DVD Player, etc.) When you set up autotuning in the menu system you don't have to remember to change your "IV to the VID1 input, for example, when you want to watch a DVD on your DVD playei:

Why You Should Use the Autotuning Feature

With fl_e autotuning feature, you can set up the TV to tune to the channel/input you need to watch by pressing that component's button.

Your remote's component buttons

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How to Set Up the Autotuning Feature

The way you set up the autotuning _atum in the TV's menu corresponds buttons on the remole and tile way you have each component connected to _e to your component

"IV. When you set up autotuning, you're telling the TV what channel/input

AUX*HD button on the remote con_ol.

to tune to when you press the DVD or

1.

Press MENU (tile MAIN MENU appears).

2.

Highlight Selztp and press OK on your remote con_ol.

3.

4.

Highlight Auloluning and press OK.

Choose which component button you would like to set:

5.

Set DVD Channel press the VCR button.

Lets you set up |he channel the TV tunes to when you

Set AUX/HD Channel Lets you set up the channel the TV tunes to when you press the AUX/HD button.

Press lhe right arrow button to select the choice lhat matches the way you have the component connected to this TV, and press OK.

You can select from the lk/llowing inputs or channels:

N/A Choose lhis if you don't have lhis particular component to the TV, or if you don't want the "IV to automatically tune connected to llle correct channel/input when you're using this component.

Channel3 or 4 Component is connected to tile CABLE/ANTENNA jack on

tlle back of the "IV, and you want tlle TV to tune to channel 3 when you press the corresponding button on the remote.

Reminder: make sure the component's Channel 3/4 switch is set to channel 3.

VID1 or V1D2 (Video InpuO Component is connected to a VIDEO or

S-Video jack on the back of the TV and you want tile "IV to tune to a VII) input channel when you press tlle corresponding component button.

FRNT (Front Video InpuO Component is connected to the VIDEO jack on the front of the "IV and you want the TV to tune to the front VID input channel (FliNT) when you press the corresponding component button.

CMP1 or CMP2 (Component Video Input) Compatible component source, such as a DVD player or digital TV converter box, is connected video to the three COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT jacks (Y, PB,PR) on lhe back of the TV and you want tlle TV to tune to the component you press the corresponding component video input channel (CMP) when button.

DVI Component is connected to the DVI-HDCP jack on the back of the "IV and you want tile "IV to tune to the DVI input channel when you press the corresponding component button.

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Using the "lrV Features

Parental Controls and V-Chip

The ciloices in the US V-CHIP and Canada V-CHIP menus involve software inside your TV

(retk:rred to as V-Chip) which allows you to block TV programs and movies based on violence, sex, or other content you may believe children should not view.

Once you block programs, you can unblock programs by entering a password.

By default, the software inside your TV is turned "off." For inslructions to turn on V-Chip, go to page 31.

Note: Parental Control settings are not available for DVI, CMP1,or CMP2 inputs.

How V-Chip Works for USA and Canada

V-Chip reads the program's age-based rating (TV-MA, TV-14, etc.) and content themes [(Violence

(V), Adult Language (L), etc.)]. If you have blocked lhe rating and/or content themes that the program contains, you will receive the message 2his channel has not been approved,for viewing.

Change channel orpress OK to enterpassword and temporaril 3 deactivale the Parental Control.

Broadcasters are not required to provide content themes, so programs received with no content themes will only be blocked if you block their age-based rating.

You can also Mock out programs that have been given an Exempt rating, and programs that are considered unrated.

The next several pages have tables showing the "IV age-based

Canada.

ratings and content themes for the US and

US V-Chip TV Rating Limit

The V-Chip TV Rating Limit lets you decide which TV programs can and cannot be viewed.

To set TV programming limits:

1.

Choose Parental Control from the MAIN MENU. If Parental Controls have previously been locked, you must enter your password.

2.

Highlight and select US V-Chip. Then select V-Chip TVRati_zg.

3.

Once you get to lhe V-Chip 217 rating limit screen, use the arrow buttons and OK on your remote to change lhe status of a TV program rating or content theme from Vlew to Block.

4.

For TV rating limits to take effect, lock Parental Controls by accessing the

Lock parental controls menu.

The following sections give you more details about how to change the status of

TV program limits.

Note: If you forget your password, follow step one above to get to the

password entry screen. Then press the VOL+ and CH+buttons on the TV's front panel at the same time for at least 8 seconds. You will receive an on-screen message that Parental Controls have been unlocked once you've successfully reset the password.

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The V-Chip Rating Screen

The following is an example of where items are located within the Rating Limit screen.

Rating Status Field

Lets you sdect wh_.theqthe status of the, agcd_ased the left is Vk'w or Block.

paring limit to

Content Themes

Lists the, content thrones you can block or

Rating Field i,ets yo[_ select from a

Iist of"ag_'d_ased ratings you can block or vk'w.

Content Status Fields

Ix_ts you sek'ct which content themes to vk'w f_r the" sel_.cted

rating and whether the statics of the cont_'nt thcn]_" is cm'rentty unlock_'d (_) or locked (_).

Rating Settings Area

Lets you se*e*the* current block/view sociatc'd content.

The" Vk'w (_) state of age-base'd ratings and as_ se'ttings are code.d

in green, and the"

Block (_) settingsare coded in red.

Age-Based

Rating

TV-MA

TV-'I4

TV-PG

TV-G

TV-Y7

TV-Y

USA Description and Content Themes for Age-Based Ratings

Mature Audience Only.

Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and may be unsuitable for children under 17. It contains one or morn of the tMlowing content themes: crude indecent language

(L), explicit sexual activi W (S), or graphic violence (V).

Parents Strongly Cautioned.

Contains some material that many parents would find unsuitable for children under 14. Parents are strongly urged to exercise greater care in monitoring this program and are cautioned against letting children under the age of 14 watch unattended.

This program contains one or more of the following content themes: intensely suggestive dialogue (D), strong coarse language (L), intense sexual situations (S), or intense violence (V).

Parental Guidance Suggested.

Contains material that parents may find unsuitable tbr younger children.

Many" parents may want to walch it with their younger children.

The program contains one or more of the following content themes: some suggestive dialogue (D), infrequent coarse language

(L), some sexual situations (S), or moderate violence (V).

General Audience.

Most parents would find this progrmn suitable for all ages.

It contains lillle or no sexual dialogue (D) or situations (S), no strong language (L), and little or no violence (V).

Directed to Children 7 years and older.

Designed for children ages 7 and above.

It may be more appropriate make-believe for children who have acquired the developmental skills needed to distinguish between and reality.

Themes and elements in this program may include mild t_ntasy violence

(FV) or comedic violence, or may frighten children under the age of 7.

All Children.

Themes and elements in this program are designed tBr a young audience, including children from ages 2-6. It is not expected to l¥ighten younger children.

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TV-MA

TV-14

TV-PG

TV-G

Hierarchy of Age-Based Ratings

Mature Audience Only

Parents Strongly Cautioned

Parental Guidance Suggested

General Audience

TV- Y7

TV- Y

Directed to Children 7years and older

All Children

Blocking Age-Based Ratings

You can auto_:qatically block all program ratings above a specified agebased rating level. To block progrm:qs with higher ratings:

1.

Press the up or down arrow butlon to scroll to the rating corresponding with llle lowest rating you do not want the child to watch.

2.

Press lhe OK bullon to toggle between View and Block. The status for llle rating listed to llle let't and all higher ratings automatically changes to Block (and _).

3.

Use llle up/down arrow buttons to highlight Go back and press OK.

4.

Select Lock Parental Controls from llle Parental Control menu for rating limits to take effect.

Viewing Age-Based Ratings

After you block age-based ratings, you can change some of the ratings back to View.

1.

Use |he up/down arrows to select the rating wi|h a status of Bk)ck.

2.

Press OK to select View.

D

L

S

V

FV

Content Themes

Sexually explicit dialogue

Adult language

Sexual situations

Violence

Fantasy Violence

Blocking

Specific

Content Themes

You can block programs based on their content.

(Content is represented by the D, L, S, V and law on your screen.) When you block a content dmme for a pmlicular rating, you automatically block that content theme for higher rated programs as well.

To block progrm:q content:

1.

Determine the content themes you want to block.

2.

Press dm down arrow button to scroll to dm rating whose content dmme you want to change.

3.

Press llle right arrow bulton to _:qove the yellow highlight to a particular content theme status.

4.

Press dm OK button to change its status to _. (In the example to llle left, you block the language (L) corresponding with TV-14. The language for TV-MA is blocked as well.)

Notes: Broadcasters are not required to provide content themes or age-based ratings.

You must remember to lock Parental Controls for rating limits to take effect.

Tip

TOchange all V-Chip movie or TV ratings to View, press the 0 number button.

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Viewing Specific Content Themes

If you block specific content themes, you have |he option of going back and changing some of tile them back to _) View:

1.

Determine the content themes you want to change to _) View.

2.

Press tile down arrow bntton to scroll to the rating whose content theme you want to change, such as _ under language (L) corresponding with TV-14.

3.

Press the right arrow button to move the yellow highlight to a particular content theme status.

4.

Press the OK button to change the status back to _.

Your child would then be able to watch programs with the TV-14 adult language content, but not programs will1 TV-MA language content.

Note: Only the content theme status corresponding to TV-14 (t) language changes to (V) View. Higher rated content themes, such as that for TV-MA language, do not change.

Canada V-Chip Ratings

Canadian "IV V-Chip supports two different Canadian rating systems: English and French.

Rating

18+

14+

PG

G

C8+

C

Canadian English V-Chip Rating System

Adults.

Programming intended tbr adults 18 and older. It may contain elements of violence, language, and sexual content which could make it unsuitable tbr viewers under 18. Violence Guidelines: May contain violence integral to the development of the plot, character or theme, intended tot adult audiences.

Other

Content Guidelines: May contain graphic language and explicit portrayals of nudity" and/or sex.

Viewers 14 and over.

Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewe_:s under the age of 14. Parents are strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting viewing by preteens and early teens. Violence Guidelines: May contain intense scenes of violence.

Could deal with mature themes and societal issues in a realistic t_shion.

Other Content Guidelines: May contain scenes of nudity and/or sexual activity'. There could be l)'equent use of profanily.

Parental Guidance.

Programming intended for a general audience but which may not be suitable tbr younger children (under dm age of 8). Parents may consider some content inappropriate tbr unsupervised viewing by children aged 8-13. Violence Guidelines: Depictions of conflict and/or aggression will be limited and moderate; may include physical, tantasy, or supernatural violence.

Other Content Guidelines: May contain infrequent mild profanity, or mildly suggestive language.

Could also contain brief scenes of nudity.

General Audience.

Programming considered acceptable for all ages groups.

While not designed specifically for children, it is understood younger viewe_:s may be part of the audience.

Violence Guiddines:

Will contain very little violence, either physical or verbal or emotional.

Will be sensitive to themes which could tkighten a younger child, will not depict realistic scenes of violence which minimize or gloss over the efl)cts of violent acts. Other Content Guidelines: There may be some inoffensive slang, no profanity and no nudity.

children 8 and older.

Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on their own. Violence Guidelines: Violence will not be portrayed as the prefeiTed, acceptable, or only way to resolve conflict or encourage children to imitate dangerous acts which they may see on television.

Any realistic depictions of violence will be infrequent, discreet, of low intensity and will show the consequences of the acts. Other Content Guidelines: There will be no prot;anity, nudity or sexual content.

Children.

Programming intended for children under age 8. Violence Guidelines: Careful attention is paid to themes which could threaten children's sense of security and well being. There will be no realistic scenes of violence.

Depictions of aggressive behavior will be infrequent and limited to portrayals that are clearly imaginary, comedic or unrealistic in nature.

Other Content Guidelines: There will be no offensive language, nudity or sexual content.

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Rating

18 ans +

16 ans +

13 ans +

8 ans +

G

Canadian French V-Chip Rating System

is t_n" adults only.

This program contains sustained violence or extremely violent Adults.

Programming scen(.'S.

Viewers 16 and over.

Programming is not suitable for those under age 16. This progi'am contains frequent scenes of violence or intensely" violent scenes.

Viewers 13 and over.

Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13. This program either contains several violent scenes or one or more scenes that are violent enough to afl)ct them.

Viewing in the company of an adult is lherefore strongly recommended for children under the age of 13.

Viewers 8 and over.

Not recommended for young children.

This program is suitable for most audiences, but it contains mild or occasional violence that could upset young children.

Viewing in the company of an adult is theretbre recommended for young children (under the age of 8) who do not distinguish between reality" and imagination.

Programming generally considered for children 8 years and over to watch on their own.

Violence Guidelines: Violence acceptable will not be portrayed as the preferred, acceptable, or only way to resolve conflict or encourage imitate dangerous acts which they may see on television.

Any realistic depictions children of violence to will be infrequent,

Guidelines: discreet, of low intensity and will show the consequences

There will be no profanity', nudity or sexual content.

of the acts.

Other Content

General Audience.

This program is suitable for audiences of all ages.

It contains no violence, or any violence that i_ does contain is either minimal or is presented in a hmnorous manne_, as a caricature, or in an unrealislic way.

Blocking Canadian V-Chip Ratings

If you receive Canadian programs you can block Canadian English and

French V-Chip by ratings only.

When you block a particular rating, you automatically block the higher rated programs as well.

To block Canadian English and French program ratings:

1.

Select Canada V-Chip from lhe Parental Control menu.

2.

Highlight E_glisb ratings or French ratings and press OK.

3.

Determine the rating you want to block.

4.

Press the down arrow button to scroll to the rating you want to change.

5.

Press llle OK buuon to change its status to block (the lock icon appeai:s and all ratings above the one you selected change to lock).

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V-Chip Movie Rating Limit

Set movie rating limits by blocking movies rated above a specified level.

To access the Movie Rating Limit menu:

1.

Press MENU on the remote control ([he TV's MAIN MFNU appears).

2.

Select Parental Control.

3.

Select US V-Chip.

4.

Select V-Chip movie rati*zg.

Blocking Movie Ratings

Once you am in the Movie Ratings menu, _llow the same steps described for blocking TV ratings.

Blocking Unrated/Exempt Programs

The Unrated/Exempt Prog. oplion leLs you decide if programs that the

V-Chip recognizes as unrated can be viewed.

Unrated TV programs may include news, sports, political, religious, local and wea[her programs, emergency bulletins, public announcements, and programs wi01out ratings. The Exempt option applies to both USA and Canadian unrated programs and Canadian programs rated E.

View All unrated programs are available.

Block All unrated programs am not available.

Note: You must remember to activate V-Chip for rating limits to take effect.

Press the down arrow to highlight Unrated/Exempt Prog. Then press the right arrow to toggle between View and Block.

Lock/Unlock Parental Controls

Selecting this option lets you lock and unlock parental controls settings using a password.

If you do not lock parental controls, none of the settings for V-Chip, Channel Block, or Front Panel Block will take effect.

If you forget your password, press the MENU button, dmn select Parental Control (the password enlry screen appears).

Simultaneously press and hold CH+ and VOL+ on lhe front panel for 8 seconds.

Parental Controls unlock and the Parental

Control menu appears.

You can enter a new password by locking the Parental Controls again.

Front Panel Block

Selecting this option lets you block (disable) or unblock (enable) the TV's front panel. The remote still tunes to any" channel.

When using this as a Parental Control melllod, remove access to any remote dmt is capable of operating the television while you have llle front panel blocked.

Don't lk)rget to lock parental controls alter you change the status. If you don't, the front panel block will not "take effect.

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PIP example i=ea_ures

PIP (Picture-in-Picture) and POP

(Picture-outside-Picture) Operation

The PIP (picture-in-picture) feature lets you display a second, smaller picture on top of the main picture.

POP (picture-outside-picture) lets you display two windows side by side.

Note: PIPand POPare not available for DVI or component video

sources (CMPI or CMP2).

POP example if@ .

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PIP and POP Buttons

There are several remote buttons that control the way the PIP window works:

PIP Brings up tim 11P window, tress again to [)ring up t 01. tress again to remove the window.

Up and down arrow buttons Let you move the PIP window to different corners of die screen. Up arrow nloves PIP counterclockwise; down arrow moves PIP clockwise.

Left and right arrow buttons Switches the main POP window, where tim sound is coming from, with tim other window.

PIP + and PIP Lets you change channels in the PIP and right POP window.

_i L_ i_ _ t_4 ¸_

PEP p_p CHp_p CH_

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Using the Menu System

Sound Menu

The Sound menu lets you adjust audio output.

To access the Sound menu, press MENU on the remote, and then select Sound from the main menu. The following audio items can be adjusted: Sound settings, Sound l_e, Sound mode,

SAP, Sound Logic, Dynamic ba_s, Headphone settings, and Graphic" equalizer.

Sound settings The Sound settings submenu contains |he following items:

Lqft & Right balance Use the lefi or right arrow to center the bar under the arrow to balance the let) and right speakei:s.

Amplifier Use the let) or right arrow button to select External (if your TV is using external amplifier only) or Internal (if your "IV is using the speakei:s in the TV).

Subwoofer Select External if the TV is using an external subwoofer, or None if tile TV is not using a subwoofer.

Sound type Press the right arrow buuon to scroll through the available audio types, which control the way the sound comes through your speakei:s. The options available valy according to the input selected.

Mono (available for regular TV viewing only) Plays the sound in mono only. Use this setting when receiving broadcasts with weak stereo signals.

Stereo Splits lhe incoming stereo audio signal into left and right channels.

Most TV programs and recorded materials have stereo audio. The word

Stereo appears in the channel banner when you tune to a program that is broadcast in stereo.

Automatic (available tbr regular TV viewing only) Chooses the sound type according to the cmxent signal.

Left and R{ght (available for audio/video inputs only) Isolates either the left or right channel of the incoming audio.

SoundMode Press the right arrow bullon to scroll |hrough the available audio modes, which provides special processing through your speakers (depending on the setting you chose as your Sound type).

Normal Does not give any" special processing, simply provides the mono or stereo sound provided by the signal you're watching.

Wide Available only tBr mono signals. "Widens" sound from mono broadcasts and mono components connected to your TV for a fuller, morn spacious sound.

Magic" Available only for stereo signals. Gives a surround effect with more bass.

Second Audio Program (SAP) Plays the program's audio in a second language, if one is available.

The letters "SAP" appear in the channel banner when you tune to a program lhat is broadcast with SAP intk)rmation.

SAP audio is broadcast in mono.

SAP is also used to broadcast a program's audio with descriptions of the video for the visually impaired.

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Sound logic Reduces the annoying blasts in volmiae during commercial breaks, and also amplifies softer sounds in program material.

Eliminates the need to constantly adjust the volume.

Dynamic bass Enhances your TV's low-frequency response.

The options are

Of£ Medium and High.

Headphone settings Displays a choice list of available setlings you can adiust: Volume, Bass and Treble. The Headphone sound option allows you to choose stereo, mono or automatic.

These descriptions are same as for Sound

T3_e (see the previous page).

Graphic equalizer Allows you to choose a specific preset through the Sound

Preset option.

Press tile right arrow to cycle through the options: Standard,

Movie, Voice, Music, Flat, Videc4_ame , Vfdeo camera and Personal.

2he Frequen W ra*zge displays tile difl_Tent treble and bass bands set for each

Sound Preset option.

You can choose a band and make adiustments.

When you make adiustments , tile Sound Preset option automatically changes to Personal.

Press the lefi or right arrow button to select the frequency (Bass 100Hz, Mid

Bass 500Hz, Medium 1.5kHz, Mid "IYeble 5kHz, Treble 10kHz) you want to adiust. Then use the up or down arrow button to adiust the level.

To view the l_'equency range of another Sound Preset option, press the right or left arrow until no band is selected and Frequency range is highlighted.

Then press the up mTOWtO highlight Sound Preset.

Picture Menu

The Picture menu contains menus and controls to configure the following video settings: Advanced picture settings, Picture presets, Black level, Colog Contra_st,

Sharpness, Color Warmth, and 7_'nt. The Picture menu options apply to the video for the main TV and video input selections.

Advanced picture settings

Contrast expand You can adjust the contrast of tile picture to suit the light of the room. Press tile right arrow to choose which of the following best describes tile lighting in the room: Low, Medium or High.

Scan Velocity Modulation Improves tile sharpness of the picture by changing the speed of the cathode-my tube's electron beam when it

transitions between dark and light areas of the screen.

Choose to have it on

(box checked) or off (box unchecked), depending on your preference.

Autcformat When enabled (box checked) the "IV automatically detects the screen format the signal is sending for each channel, as well as input channels.

Tip:

If the picture is switching screen formats abruptly during normal TV viewing, switch the

Autoformat feature off.

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Tip'.

You can select a different picture preset

(or set up a different personal preset) for each input.

The ANTENNA/CABLE jack counts as a single input.

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Video noise reduction Reduce picture "static" or any" type of interference.

This feature is especially useful for providing a clearer piclum in weak analog signal conditions.

Press the right arrow to choose between: Q/f for no noise reduction; Milzimtlm t_r a sot'te_; smoother picture that retains picture sharpness and detail; Medium for a slightly softer picture than the

Minimum setting; Maximum for an even sot'/e*; smoother picture than the other settings (the picture detail is somewhat decreased).

Optimized stillpicture When enabled (box checked), enhances the picture specifically for still frames (lk_r example, if you're watching a slideshow on your HDTV _=qonitor, or if you've paused a t'mme of a DVD).

Auto Skin Tone When enabled (l)ox checked), minimizes the flesh tone variations of the TV picture.

lS71mmode (3:2 I)ulldown) Automatically detects video sources that were originally recorded on film (like most movies) and subsequently converted to a different R_rmat (for TV broadcast, for example).

Film mode processes the converted signal so that it looks as close as possible to the original.

Another name for this process is mvei:se 3:2 pulldown.

Advanced (recommended) enables the feature only when the TV detects that movie playback quality could be improved.

Advanced is the det_ult setting.

The On selling should only be used in rare circumstances when the "IV is used solely with film-based sources (like DVDs on a non-progressivescan player).

The Off selling turns oil" fihn mode upconversion.

Try using this selling if you think the reverse 3:2 pulldown is causing distortions in your picture.

Note: Autoformat and Video noise reduction are available for CMP1 and

CMP2 inputs only if the signal is 480i.

Picture P_sets Displays a choice list that lets you select one of the preset picture settings: Vlbrant, Cinematic, Natural, 5_orls, Videc4_ame , Vldeo Camera or Personal. Choose the selling that is best l_)r your viewing environment.

You can set a different picture preset l_)r each input (including one for your regular

"IV channels).

Black Level Adjusts the brightness of the picture.

Color Adjusts the richness of the color.

Contrast picture.

Adjusts the difference between the light and dark areas of the

Sharpness Adjusts the crispness of the edges in the picture.

Note: You can adjust sharpness for each channel and input. This is useful if the signal appears fuzzy.

Color Warmth Displays a choice list that lets you set one of three automatic color adjustments: Cool for a _=qoreblue palelte of picture colors; Normal; or

Warm t_r a morn red palelle of picture coloi:s. The warm selling corresponds to the NTSC standard of 6500 K.

Tint Adiusts the balance between the red and green levels.

When you change any of these picture settings, the Picture Preset changes to

Personal.

Use the left or right arrow bulton to _=qakeadiustments.

To return to the Picture _=qenu,press the up or down arrow button.

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Using the "II'V Menu System

Channel Guide Menu

Allows you to view and select from the entire channel list and their labels.

Press the GUIDE bulton to bring up the Channel Guide menu.

Use the up or down arrow to scroll through the list. Press OK to select and tune to the highlighted channel.

Press tile last digit of one of the channels in the guide to tune to that channel and leave the Channel Guide on the screen.

Time Menu

Sleep Timer Lets you set the TV to turn off alter a given amount of time.

Time Lets you enter the current time. If it is eight o'clock, for example, you must first enter the number zero, then number eight. Use the OK button to choose between AM and PM.

Wake up timer Lets you set the "IV to turn itself on. When you turn on Wake up timeL the following options appear:

Wake up time Lets you set the time you want the TV to turn itself on.

Wake up duration it turns on.

Lets you set how long you want the TV to stay on when

Channel number Lets you select a specific channel the TV tunes to when the wake up timer is set.

Daily Lets you choose if you want the wake up timer to turn on daily.

Note: The Wake up timer is available only when the time has been set.

Parental Control Menu

The Parental Control Menu was explained in Chapter 3. Go to page 26 for more information.

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Using the Menu System

PIP Menu

Display Mode

Off NO window is displayed.

PIP PIP window is displayed.

POP POP window is displayed.

PIP channel Allows you to choose the channel displayed in the PIP or main

POP window.

Scroll through channel list as well as the VID1, VID2 and FliNT input channels.

PIP size Allows you to choose the size of the PIP window: Small, Medium or

La_qe.

PlPposition screen:

Allows you to choose where the PIP window appears on the

Top right, Top left, Bottom right or Bottom left.

Note: Pip size and position are not available for POP

Setup Menu

The Setup menu lets you configure the "IV to fit its smxoundings and your prelE'rences.

To access the Setzlp menu, press MENU on |he remote, and then select Setup from the main menu.

Channel setup

Signal T3Pe The "IV chooses the signal type during the initial selup. If you change how you receive broadcasts through the antenna input, you must change the S_gnal t3pe setting. Choose Cable if you are using cable or a cable box for "IV signals. Choose UHF/VHFAntenna if you am using an offair antenna for "IV signals.

Aulo channel search Searches for channels the signal is receiving.

Go to page 16 for more inti)rmation.

Auto channel update Searches for any new channels that am not in your channel list and adds them to the list.

List and labels Edit the channels in the list or choose labels for each channel.

Go to page 17 for more information.

Preferences

Language Displays a choice list that lets you select your preferred language for the menus: E_zglish, Espa£ol or Pran_ais.

Maximum 237volume Allows you to set how high volume turns up when you press the VOL+ button.

Highlight Maximum volume, then press and hold OK to hear the maximum volmne. Make sure the volume has not been muted or turned down all the way.

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Using the

Short-term vs. Long-term

Power Outages

The Auto channel and Auto volume settings don't take effect after short-term power outages (usually less than two to three minutes).

The TV will turn back on at the same volume and channel as before the power outage.

The Auto channel and Auto volume settings take effect after power outages of several minutes or mere.

Menu System

Curtain effect Reveals the picture by "opening" it from the middle of the screen when the "IV is switched on. Hides the picture by "closing" it fro1:q the sides when the "IV is switched off.

Special features The Auto on setting switches your "IV on alter a power outage; Auto channel tunes the TV to the channel you specify" as the Initial channel when Auto on is enabled; Aulo volume tunes the "IV to the volume you set in Initial volume when Auto on is enabled.

Closed Caption Many programs are encoded with closed-captioning intormation, which lets you display the audio portion of a program as text on the

TV screen.

Closed captioning is not available on all channels at all times. Only specific programs encoded with closed-caplioning information.

When a program is closed captioned, CC is displayed in the channel bannei: See Chapter 3 for more intk)rmation about the channel banner.

The closed caption options are:

Closed caption setting Lets you choose the way closed captioning intk)rmation appem:s on the screen. The Closed caption .vetting does not elTcct the DVI-HDTV input.

Off No captioning information displayed.

On alwal_a Captioning information shown always, when available.

On when mute Displays captioning information, when available, whenever the TV's sound is muted by pressing lhe MUTE bullon. The captioning information is not displayed when lhe sound is not muted.

Closed-Caption Mode Displays a choice list that lets you choose which captioning mode is used for displaying captioning information.

If you are unsure of the differences among tim modes, you may prefer to leave the closed captioned mode set to CC1, which displays complete text of the program in tim primary language in your area.

Autotuning Displays a choice list that lets you set up llle TV to automatically tune to the correct input channel when you press a component button (DVD or AUX/HD) on the remote.

Go to Chapter 3 for details about the Autotuning feature.

Convergence The Auto convergence t'eatum automatically adiusts the TV's tubes (this may take several minutes, after which you can make fine adiustments to the convergence settings); Red convergence displays the tied convergence screen, allowing you to use the arrow buttons to align the red and green images;

Blue convergence displays llle Blue convergence screen, allowing you to use the arrow buttons to align the blue and green images.

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Troubleshooting

Most problems you encounter wifll your TV can be corrected by consulting lhe following troubleshooling list.

Note for US customers: If you prefer, we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service Representative who will visit your home for a fee to install your electronic entertainment system and to instruct you in its operation.

For details about this service, call 1-888-206-3359.

For additional assistance while using your RCA product, please visit www.rca.com/customersupport.

TV Problems

TV won't turn on

Press the 'IV button.

Make sure the 'IV is plugged in.

Check the wall receptacle (or extension cord) to make sure it is "live" by plugging in something else.

Something might be wrong with your remote control.

Press the POWER button on the front of the TV. if the 'IV turns on, check the remote control solutions on the next page.

The fiont panel controls may be locked (disabled).

Use the remote control to unlock the fiont panel controls by selecting the Front

Panel Block in the Parental Qmtrol menu and press OK to uncheck the box.

The 'IV might be perfk)rming a periodic diagnostic check.

Wait for a few minutes for the TV to turn on.

Buttons don't work if you're* using the remote control, press the 'IV button first to make sure the remote is in 'IV mode.

The fiont panel controls may be locked (disabled).

Use the remote control to unlock the fiont pand controls by selecting the Fro_lt

Panel Block in the Parental Qmtrol menu and press OK to uncheck the box.

Unplug the 'IV for ten minutes and then plug it back in. Turn the TV on and try again.

TV turns off unexpectedly

Sleq_ timer may have been activated.

Go to page 36 for instructions.

Electronic protection circuit may have been activated because of a power surge.

Wait 30 seconds and then turn on again, if this happens frequently, the w)ltage in your house may be abnormally high or low.

Unplug.

Wait ten minutes.

Plug in again.

TV turns on unexpectedly

Wake up timer might have been activau'd.

Go to page 36 for instructions.

Auto on might have been activated.

Go to page 38 for instructions.

You might have pressed CH+, CH- or INPUT on the remote accidentally.

Blank screen

Make, sure the, compon_,nt conn_,cted to the TV is turned on.

Try another channd.

if you're trying to watch something that's playing on a component connected to the TV (like a DVD or a VCR tape) press the TV button on the remote, then press INPUT until you get to the correct video input channel.

No sound, picture okay

Mayl)_, the sound is muted.

Try pressing the, volume* up button to restore sound.

if using S-Video or Y, PB, PR, remember to also connect the component's left and right audio output jacks to the TV's L and R Audio input jacks.

if you're using the TV*s internal speakers, make sure the INT/EXT switch on the back of the TV is put on 'IN'I".

The sound settings may not be set correctly.

Go to page 33 for more information.

Can't select certain channel

Make sure the" remote control is in TV mode,.

Press the, 'IV button and _,nt_,r the channel

Channel may l)e blocked or not approved in the Pare_ltal (](mtrols menu.

numb_,r using the nmnber buttons.

if using a VCR check to make sure the TV/VCR button on the VCR is in the correct mode (press the TV/VCR button on your VCR).

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Noisy stereo reception

May b_* a w_*ak station.

Use ,5'oftrld m_*nu to choose mono sound.

No picture, no sound but TV is on

Maybe the cable/air fhnction is set to the wrong position.

Go to page, _37 for detailed instructions.

The channel might be blank -change channels.

if you're watching your VCR and it's connected witl_ coaxial cable to the CABLE/ANTENNA jack, tune the TV to channel 3 or 4

(whichever channel is selected on the 3/4 switch on the back of your VCR). Also check to make sure the TV/VCR button on the VCR is in the correct mode (press the TV/VCR button on your VCIO.

Sound okay, picture poor

Check antenna connections.

Make sure all of the cables an, firmly connected to the jacks.

TW adjusting sharpness function to improve weak signals. Go to page 35 for more instructions.

Volume buttons not adjusting volume louder

Check to make sure volmne isn't limited by the maximmn volume fkature. Go to page 37 for more instructions.

Picture not moving

You have activaWd the Preezc feature by pressing FREEZE or OK on the remote.

Press any button to 'unfreeze' the picture.

Black box appears on the screen

Closed-captioning might be on. Check Ch)sed (2q)tiorl in the Setup menu.

Go to page' 38 for more instructions.

Freeze not working

The flceze fkature is not available for Component video (CMPI or CMP2) or DVI inputs.

Low battery warning appears on screen

Place n_*w batteries in remote.

TV picture keeps switching between screen formats abruptly

Switch the Auto,format feature to O,ff_ See page 34 for more in_)rmation.

The Remote Control Doesn't Work

Something might be between the remote and the remote sensor on the component.

Maybe the remote isn't aimed directly at the component (TV, VCR, DVD player, etc.)

Make that sure you're there twing is a clear to operate.

path.

Maybe remote is not in 'IV Mode.

Press the 'IV button so remote will control 'IV.

Maybe batteries batteries, you in remote may have are weak, to reprogram dead, the or installed remote incorrectly.

to operate other

Put new components.) batteries in the remote.

(Note, if you remove the

You might need to drain the remote's

Rdease the 1 button, replace the microprocessor: batteries, and remove

(if necessm baneries

T) program and press the number I button for at least 60 seconds.

the remote again.

Make sure there's nothing anything is plugged into plugged this jack.

into the WIRED IR jack on the TV's back panel.

The remote that came with your 'IV won't work if

Problems with V-Chip/Parental Controls

The rating limits don't work

You nmst lock the svttings. Go to thv MAIN MEN_) (pwss MENU on your wmotv), svlvct Parental (2mtrol, svlvct Lock Parental

(2mtrols.

I don't remember my password and I want to unlock the TV if you forget your password, press MENU, then select Pare_ltal Cor_trol (the password cnt W screen appears).

Sinmltaneously press and hold CH+ and VOL+ on the TV's front panvl for 8 seconds.

The Parental control menu appvars on thv screvn, and you can rventer a password via Lock Parer_tal (2mtrols.

The V=Chip

Maybe won't the movie let was me watch given view movies with an NR rating.

a program an NR (Not Rated) even status.

though

Afl_,r you it's not rated as violent.

block movie ratings you must set NR to View separat_,ly in order to

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FCC Information

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pm:suant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio l}'equency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, _:qay cause harmt\tl interference to radio communications.

However, lhere is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If lhis equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be detennined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to tiT to correct the interference by one or _:qore of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between lhe equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which tl_e receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Care and Cleaning

CAUTION: Turn OFF your TV before cleaning.

You can clean lhe TV as required, using a sot't lint-free cloth. Be sure to occasionally dust lhe ventilation slots in the cabinet to help assure adequate ventilation.

The TWs screen may be cleaned with a soft, lint-free necessary, you may use a cloth dampened with warm cloth water.

as well.

Never

Take care use strong not to scratch cleaning agents, or mar such the screen.

as ammonia-

If based cleaners, or abrasive powder.

These types of cleaners will damage the TV.

While cleaning do not spray liquid directly on the screen, or allow liquid to mn down the screen and inside the TV. Also, never place drinks or vases with water on top of the TV. This could increase the risk of fire or shock hazard or damage to the TV.

Caution: Using vide() games or any external accessory" with fixed images for extended periods of time can cause them to be permanently imprinted on the picture tube (or projection TV picture tubes). ALSO, some network/program logos, phone numbers, etc. may cause similar damage.

This damage is not covered by your warranty.

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RCA HDTV Monitor Limited Warranty

What your warranty covers:

• Del_cts in materials or workmanship.

For how long after your purchase:

• One year from date of purchase for labor.

• One year from date of purchase for palls.

• Two years from date of purchase for the picture tube.

The warmnly period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes fii:st.

What we will do:

• Pay an Aulhorized Service Center |he labor charges to repair your unit.

• Pay an Authorized Service Center tk)r the new, or at our option, refurbished replacement parts and picture tube required to repair your unit.

How you get service:

• Call 1-877-RCA-HDTV and have your unit's date of purchase and model number ready.

• A representative will troubleshoot your problem over the phone.

• If the mpresentalive determines that you should receive service, they will provide you wilh the name(s) of lhe Aulhorized Service Center in your area.

• Contact the Service Center and arrange for home or pick up, repair, and return service, provided that your unit is localed within the geographic territory covered by an Authorized

Service Center.

If not, you must lake your unit to the Service Center location at your own expense, or pay for lhe cost the Service Center may charge to transport your unit to and from your home.

• Proof of purchase in lhe form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that lhe product is within the warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service.

For rental firms, proof of first mn "talis also required.

What your warranty does not cover:

• Cuslomer instruction.

(Your Owner's Manual describes how to install, adjust, and operate your unit.

Any additional intk)rmation should be obtained from your dealer.)

• Installation and related adjustments.

• Signal reception problems not caused by your unit.

• I)amage from misuse or neglect.

• Batteries.

• hnages burnt onto the screen.

• A unit that has been modified or incorporated into other products.

• A unit purchased or serviced outside the U.S.A.

• Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning dmnage.

Product Registration:

• Please complete the online Product Registration on RCA.com or complete and mail lhe

Product Registration Card packed with your unit.

It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary.

The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.

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Limitation of Warranty:

• THE W_TY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY W_TY APPLI_LE TO THIS

PRODUCT.

ALL OTHER W_T]ES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED

WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY

HEREBY DISCLAIMED.

NO VERBAL

OR FITNESS

OR WR1TFEN

FOR A PARTICULAR

INFORMATION GIVEN

PURPOSE) ARE

BY THOMSON

INC., ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY

INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.

• REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE

REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER.

THOMSON INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL

OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT

OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON

THIS PRODUCT.

THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE

GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA.

EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT

PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY

OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE

APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH _VE.

How State Law relates to warranty:

• Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranly lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.

• This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that valy from state to state.

If you purchased your unit outside the United States:

• This warranty does not apply'.

Contact your dealer for warranty" int_rmation.

Service calls which do not involve defective this warranty.

Costs of such service calls are materials the sole or workmanship responsibility are not covered by of the purchaser.

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Accessory Information

There am various accessories available to complement your HDTV Monitoi: Prices are subiect to change without notice. All accessories are subiect to availability.

A shipping and handling fee will be charged upon ordering, and we are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for cacti individual state, counly and locality to which the merchandise is being sent.

HOW TO ORDER

To place an order by phone, have your Visa, MasterCard or Discover Card ready and call the toll-free number listed below.

Use this nmnber only to place an order for accessoly items.

1-800-338-0376

You can buy some accessories on-line at: www.rca.com.

antenna connectors (called 75-ohm

Screw-on Cable attactms to the round

The ends screw onto the connectors

VH81 (3-fl), price: $3.95

for a secure connection.

VH82 (6-f0, price: $4.95

VH976 (6-t}.), price: $7.95

VH913 (12-ft.), price: $14.95

S-Video Cable has multipin conneclo_:s on each end tbr connecting S-Video components to your "IV.

2-way Signal Splitter helps you connect to a second "IV or VCR.

VH89 (6-ft.), price: $5.95

the round antenna connectors (called

Push-on antenna cable attaches to a quick connection

VH47, price: $3.95

w w 9 ip _

SCTV4000C, price: $49.95

Surge Protector provides eight outlets, coaxial and telephone line protection.

Audible alarm lk)r surge failure. $100,000 Surge Equipment

Guarantee.

Component Video Cables "Diple cable used to connect a video source wi|h Y, PR PBiacks to the "IV.

Amplified VHF/UHF/FM

Antenna allows you to easily switch from the antenna signal

to cable or satellite easily without disconnecting antenna.

ANT200, price: $49.95

Remote Control This is

the remote control that came packed with your "IV.

Replacements or spares can be ordered as needed.

261669, price: $28.25

Gold-Tipped cable

DT6DC (640, price: $24.95

DT12DC (12-t"0, price: $34.95

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Standard Audio/Video cable with RCA-lype phono plugs.

VH83 (6-1_., mono), price: $5.95

VH84 (6-ft., stereo), price: $9.95

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index

A

A/V receiver 12

Accessories 44

Age-based ratings 28

Amplifier 33

ANTENNA/CABLE 14, 35

Arrow buttons 18, 32

Audio/Video cables 44

Audio iacks

Front 14

Outputs (fixed/variable)

Autofbrmat 34, 40

Automatic code search 20

14

Autotuning 24, 25, 38

Auto channel search 16, 37

Auto channel update 37

Auto convergence 17, 38

Auto on 38

Auto skin tone 35

AUX/HD button 18, 25

B

Balance 33

Black level 35

C

Cables

Audio/Video 5, 44

Coaxial 5, 44

Component video 5, 44

DVI 5

S-Video 5, 44

Canadian V-Chip ratings 26, 30

English system 29

French system 30

Care and cleaning 41

Channel banner 24

Channel Guide menu 36

Channel number 24

Channel setup 37

CLF_.R bunon 18

Closed captions 24, 38

CMP1/CMP2 inputs 13, 25

Coaxial cable 5, 44

Cocles for the remote 23

Color 35

Color warmth 35

Commercial skip 19, 24

Component buttons 19, 21,

24, 38

Connections 5

DVD 6, 7, 10, 11

HDTV Tuner 6, 7

Satellite receiver 8, 9

Things to consider befk)re 4

VCR 6,7,8,9, 10, I1

Content themes 28, 29

Contrast 35

Contrast expand 34

Convergence 38

Curtain effect 38

D

Direct ent W 20, 21

DVD

Button 18, 25

Connection 6, 7, I0, 1I

DVI input 13, 25

Dynamic [)ass 34

E

Exempt programs 31

External speakers 12, 14

F

FCC information 41

Film mode 35

Freeze 18, 40

FRNT input 25

Front panel

Block 31

Buttons 15

Jacks 14

G

Graphic equalizer 34

GUIDE button 18, 36

H

HI)TV Tuner 6, 7

Headphones

Jack 14

Settings 34

Hi-Pix Picture Enhancement

System 2

I initial setup 15 16 inputs

ANTENNA!CABLE

14, 35

Button 19 22

CMP1 and CMP2 13 25

DVI 13, 25

FRNT 14, 25

VID1 and VID2 13 25 l

Jacks 13, 14

ANTENNA!CABLE

14, 25 35

Audio 13, 14

Component vide<) 13, 25

DVI 2 13, 25

Front 14, 25

S-Video 13 14, 25

Video 13 14, 25

/

Language 16, 37

Lists and labels 17, 37

M

Maximum 'IV volume 37

Menu

Button 16, 19

Channel guide 36

Language 16, 37

Parental control 36

Picture 34, 35

PIP 37

Setup 16, 37, 38

Sound 33, 34

Time 36

Mute 19, 24 o

ON,OFF button 19

Optimized still picture 35

P

Parental control

Menu 36

Problems 40

Parental controls

Lock/unlock

Password 40

31

2, 24, 26

Picture menu 34

Picture presets 19, 35

PIP (Pictureqn-picture)

Button

Channel

19, 32

37

Menu 37

POP (Picture-outskle-picture)

19, 32, 37

Preferences 37, 38

2, 32

2,

R

Rating limits

Problems 40

Remote control

Backlight 19

Batteries 15, 40

Buttons 18, 19

Codes 23

Problems 40

Programming 20

Replacement 44

Use 15, 21

Reverse 3:2 pulldown 2, 35

S

S-Video

Back input jacks 13, 25

Cable 44

Front input jack 14

Safety information 4

SA'ITCAB bunon 19, 25

Satellite receiver 8, 9

Scan velocity modulation 34

Screen format 24, 34, 40

Second audio program (SAP)

24, 33

Setup menu 16, 37, 38

Sharpness 35

Signal lype 37

SKIP button 19, 24

Sleep timer 19, 36

Sound

Menu 33, 34

Mode 33

Settings 19, 33

Type 33

Sound logic 34

Stere<) 24, 33, 40

Subwoofer 14, 33

SWAP button 19, 32

T

Time 24, 36

Tint 35

Transpo_! buttons 19

Troubleshooting 39, 40

'IV button 16, 19

'IV problems 39

U

Unrated programs 31

US V-Chip ratings 26, 27, 31

V

V-Chip 2, 26, 27

Canadian ratings 30

Movie rating limit 31

Problems 40

US ratings 31

VCR

Button 19, 25

Connection 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

Vide<) input jacks

Front 14

VID1/VID2 13, 25

Video noise reduction 35

Volume punchthrough 22

W

Wake up timer 36

Warranty 42

Z

ZOOM button 19, 32

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