RCA DVD Player 1616362A User manual

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Connections & Setup
Things to Consider Before You Connect ....................................................................... 3
Protect Against Power Surges .................................................................................................................... 3
Protect Components from Overheating .................................................................................................. 3
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference ........................................................................ 3
Important Stand and Base Safety Information ..................................................................................... 3
Use Indirect Light .......................................................................................................................................... 3
Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV ............................................................................ 3
TV + DVD + VCR .............................................................................................................. 4
Explanation of Jacks ....................................................................................................... 5
The Front of Your TV ...................................................................................................... 6
Front Input Jacks ........................................................................................................................................... 6
Front Panel Buttons ...................................................................................................................................... 6
Plug in the TV ..................................................................................................................
Put batteries in the remote ...........................................................................................
How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup ................................
Turn on the TV .................................................................................................................
Complete the Initial Setup .............................................................................................
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7
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Complete Auto Channel Search ................................................................................................................. 7
Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control
Button Descriptions for TV Mode .................................................................................. 8
Button Descriptions for Other Modes ........................................................................... 8
Using the WHO•INPUT Button .................................................................................................................. 9
Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components .......................................... 9
Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote ...................................................................................... 9
Programming the Remote ........................................................................................................................... 9
How to Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed It ...................................................................... 11
Remote Control Codes ...................................................................................................11
Chapter 3: Using the TV’s Features
Channel Banner ............................................................................................................. 14
Why You Should Use the Auto Tuning Feature ......................................................... 14
How to Set Up the Auto Tuning Feature ...............................................................................................14
Parental Controls and V-Chip ...................................................................................... 15
How V-Chip Works ......................................................................................................................................16
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USA V-Chip Rating System .......................................................................................................................16
Canadian English V-Chip Rating System ..............................................................................................16
Canadian French V-Chip Rating System ...............................................................................................17
USA V-Chip TV Rating Limit .....................................................................................................................18
Blocking Specific Content Themes .........................................................................................................19
Viewing Specific Content Themes ...........................................................................................................19
Blocking Canadian V-Chip Ratings .........................................................................................................20
V-Chip Movie Rating Limit .......................................................................................................................20
V-Chip Exempt Program Block.................................................................................................................20
KidPass ............................................................................................................................................................ 21
V-Chip Active ................................................................................................................................................ 21
Front Panel Lock ........................................................................................................................................... 21
Change Password ......................................................................................................................................... 21
Chapter 4: Using the TV’s Menu System
Sound Menu................................................................................................................... 22
Picture Menu ................................................................................................................. 22
Setup Menu ................................................................................................................... 23
Parental Control Menu ................................................................................................. 24
Time Menu ..................................................................................................................... 24
Chapter 5: Other Information
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................. 25
Care and Cleaning ......................................................................................................... 27
Limited Warranty .......................................................................................................... 27
Accessory Information .................................................................................................. 29
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Chapter 1: Connections & Setup
Things to Consider Before You Connect
Protect Against Power Surges
•
Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall
outlet.
•
Turn off the TV and/or component before you connect or disconnect any
cables.
•
Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the
Important Safety Instructions packed separately.
Protect Components from Overheating
•
Don’t block ventilation holes on any of the components. Arrange the
components so that air can circulate freely.
•
Don’t stack components.
•
If you place components in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation.
•
If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on the top shelf so the
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 straight 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 TV 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 injury and/or damage the TV.
Refer to the Important Safety Instructions packed separately.
Use Indirect Light
Don’t place the TV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the
screen. Use soft or indirect lighting.
Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV
The pictures below show the cables needed for the connections represented in this
book.
S-Video cable
Chapter 1
Audio/Video cables
Component Video (Y, Pb, Pr) cables
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TV (back panel)
VCR
R
AUDIO
OUT TO TV
CH3
CH4
OUT
R
L
IN FROM ANT
L
VIDEO
Y
PB
L
VIDEO 2
L
VIDEO 3
R
IN
2
OUT
VIDEO
R AUDIO L/MONO VIDEO
R
PR
PB
Y
PR
VIDEO 1
TV ANT
3
R
From Cable
or Antenna
L/MONO
AUDIO
VIDEO S-VIDEO IN
1D
1B
DVD
1A
1C*
OUT
Pr
Pb
Y
R
L
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
TV + DVD + VCR
* If you connect an S-Video cable, you must connect
the audio cables to the VIDEO 1 AUDIO jacks on the
back of the TV, not the VIDEO 2 AUDIO jacks.
1. Connect your DVD Player to your TV.
A. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the VIDEO 2 R and L/MONO AUDIO jacks on the back
of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the DVD player.
B. If your DVD player has Component Output Jacks (Y, Pb, Pr), connect three video grade cables to
the Y, Pb, Pr jacks on the DVD player and to the VIDEO 2 Y, Pb, Pr jacks on the back of the TV. If
your DVD player doesn’t have Y, Pb, Pr jacks, go to C.
-ORC. If your DVD player has an S-Video jack, connect an S-Video cable to the S-Video jack on the DVD
player and the S-VIDEO IN jack on the back of the TV. If your DVD player doesn’t have an
S-Video jack, go to D.
Note: If you connect an S-Video cable, you must connect the audio cables to the VIDEO 1 AUDIO jacks on the back of the
TV, not the VIDEO 2 AUDIO jacks.
-ORD. Connect a video cable (yellow) to the Video Output Jack on the DVD player and to the VIDEO 2
VIDEO jack on the back of the TV.
2. Connect your TV to your VCR
Connect a coaxial cable to the TV ANT jack on your TV and to the Output Jack on your VCR
(sometimes labeled OUT TO TV).
Note: If your VCR has A/V output jacks, you can connect your TV to your VCR using audio/video cables for better quality.
3. Make sure cable or antenna is connected to your VCR.
Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet or antenna to the antenna input on the VCR.
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Connections & Setup
Explanation of Jacks
This section describes the jacks you can use to make connections. There are several
ways to connect components to your TV.
TV ANT Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from the antenna,
cable, cable box, or if using the example on page 4, a VCR.
VIDEO 1
R L/MONO
VIDEO S-VIDEO IN
AUDIO
VIDEO 1
VIDEO, AUDIO R and L/MONO INPUTS Lets you connect a
component such as a VCR, DVD player, or laserdisc player.
• R (RIGHT) AUDIO Provides right audio connection. The
right audio connector is usually red.
• L/MONO AUDIO Provides left audio connection. The
left audio connector is usually white.
• VIDEO Provides composite video connection. The video
connector is usually yellow.
• S-VIDEO Provides better picture quality than the video
jacks because the color part of the signal is separated
from the black and white part of the picture. When using
S-VIDEO IN, make sure to connect left and right audio
cables to the L/MONO and R AUDIO Input jacks.
VIDEO 2
R AUDIO L/MONO VIDEO
Pb
Pr
VIDEO 2
VIDEO, AUDIO R and L/MONO and Y, Pb, Pr INPUTS Lets
you connect a component video source, such as a DVD player.
• Y, Pb, Pr Provides optimum picture quality because the
video is separated into three signals. Use three videograde cables for the connection. When using VIDEO 2
Y, Pb, Pr, make sure to connect left and right audio cables
to the VIDEO 2 AUDIO Input jacks.
Y
• R and L/MONO AUDIO and VIDEO Their description is
the same as VIDEO 1.
Pb
VIDEO 3
L
Y
R
VIDEO 3
R and L AUDIO and Y, Pb, Pr INPUTS Lets you connect a
second component video source, such as a DVD player. Their
description is the same as VIDEO 2 above. When using
VIDEO 3 Y, Pb, Pr, make sure you connect the left and right
audio cables to the VIDEO 3 Audio jacks.
Pr
Chapter 1
L
VIDEO
OUT
R
AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUTS Lets you connect an amplifier or
audio receiver for improved sound quality or an external
video monitor, for models with Video Out.
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The Front of Your TV
Front Input Jacks
VIEW
MESSAGE
READY
ADVISORY
WATCH
HEAR
VOICE
STOP
ALARM
MENU/OK
CH
CH
VOL
VOL
The TV has front input jacks for your convenience: one set of
audio/video inputs, an S-Video and a headphone jack. These
jacks are towards the front of the TV on the side. To access
the component you connected to the front of the TV, press
the INPUT button on your remote until FRNT appears on the
screen. The jacks are ideal for connecting a video game
console or a camcorder.
POWER
WARNING
AUDIO
R
H-PHONE L/MONO
Note: When connecting a component that only has one audio jack,
such as some camcorders, use the TV’s AUDIO L/MONO jack to hear
the audio.
VIDEO
H-PHONE Allows you to connect headphones to listen to
the sound coming from the TV.
L/MONO and R AUDIO Receives audio from another
component such as a VCR, camcorder, or video game console.
VIDEO Receives video from another component such as a
VCR, camcorder, or video game console.
Front Panel Buttons
If you cannot locate your remote, you can use the front panel buttons of your TV
to operate many of the TV’s features.
MENU/OK
items.
Brings up the Main menu. In the menu system, it selects highlighted
CH v Scans down through the current channel list. In the menu system, acts like
the down arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls.
v
CH
Scans up through the channel list. In the menu system, acts like the up
arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls.
VOL < Decreases the volume. In the menu system, acts like the left arrow button
on the remote control and adjusts menu controls.
VOL > Increases the volume. In the menu system, acts like the right arrow button
on the remote control and adjusts menu controls.
POWER
Turns the TV on and off.
Plug in the TV
Plug the end of the power cord into a grounded wall outlet. Insert the plug
completely into the outlet.
Put batteries in the remote
•
•
•
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Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of
the remote by pushing down on and sliding off the cover.
Insert 2 fresh “AA” batteries. Make sure the polarities (+
and -) are aligned correctly.
Replace the cover.
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Connections & Setup
ON OFF
TV
AUX SAT•CABLE
DVD
MUTE
SKIP
VOL
VOL
CH +
CH -
SOUND
GO BACK
How to Use the Remote Control to Complete
the Initial Setup
The technical term is “Navigation”– how you move through
the on-screen menus. The method is the same throughout
the menu screens: highlight your choice and select it.
To highlight a menu item, press the arrow buttons on the
remote to highlight one of the items listed on the screen. Use
the up or down arrow button to move up or down. Use the
right or left arrow button to move right or left.
To select the item that you’ve highlighted, press OK.
Note: Highlighted means that the menu item stands out from other
menu items on the list (appears darker, brighter, or a different color).
Turn on the TV
Press TV on the remote, or press POWER on the 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 the TV’s features to work
properly. The first time you turn on your TV, the SETUP screen
appears with Language highlighted. The default language is
English. To choose another language, press the right arrow.
Chapter 1
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Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control
Button Descriptions for TV Mode
Arrows Used to point to different items in the TV menu and to adjust the menu
controls.
Indicator Indicates the programming mode when programming the remote to
control components. Lights when you press a valid button on the remote. Flickers
when a button is pressed and the batteries are low.
(0-9) Number Buttons Enter channel numbers and time settings directly
through the remote control.
To enter a one-digit channel, enter a zero first. To enter a two-digit channel, press
the two digits and expect a few seconds delay. This is in case you want to enter a
third digit.
CH + or CH - Scans up or down through the current channel list. Press once to
change the channel up or down; press and hold to continue changing channels.
CLEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns you to normal
viewing.
STOP
PAUSE
GO BACK Returns you to the previous channel.
INFO Brings up channel banner; press again to clear the screen.
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.
ON•OFF When in TV mode, turns the TV on and off. If in another mode (VCR,
DVD, SAT•CABLE, etc.), will turn the component on and off.
SKIP Press once before changing channels and the TV will go back to the original
channel after 30 seconds. Press repeatedly to add more time.
SOUND
TV
Displays the SOUND menu.
Turns on the TV and puts the remote in TV mode. Also displays current status.
VOL – or VOL + Decreases or increases the TV’s volume.
WHO•INPUT In TV mode, press to toggle through the available input sources
(VID1/SVID1, VID2/CVID2, FRNT, CVID3 and current channel). In SAT mode, press to
select available channel lists.
Button Descriptions for Other Modes
AUX Puts the remote in AUX mode. Can also be programmed to operate most
brands of an additional remote-controllable component.
ANTENNA In VCR mode, functions as a TV/VCR button. In SAT•CABLE mode,
functions as a TV/receiver button.
DVD Puts the remote in DVD mode and, if auto tuning is enabled, will turn on the
TV and tune to the correct video input channel.
GUIDE If you’re operating another component that has an on-screen program
guide, this button accesses the on-screen guide.
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Using the Remote Control
REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, RECORD, STOP, PAUSE If programmed, provides
transport control for some remote-controllable VCRs and DVD players.
SAT•CABLE Puts the remote in SAT•CABLE mode and, if auto tuning enabled,
will turn on the TV and tune to the correct video input channel.
VCR1 Puts the remote in VCR mode and, if auto tuning is enabled, will turn on
the TV and tune to the correct video input channel.
VCR2 Puts the remote in VCR mode to operate a second VCR and, if auto tuning
is enabled, will turn on the TV and tune to the correct video input channel.
Using the WHO•INPUT Button
Use the WHO•INPUT button to scroll through the available video 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 you want
to view is turned ON.
2. Press WHO•INPUT to tune to an available video input source and view the
component.
3. To return to the previous channel, continue pressing WHO•INPUT.
ON OFF
TV
Programming the Remote to Operate Other
Components
AUX SAT•CABLE
DVD
MUTE
SKIP
VOL
VOL
CH +
CH -
SOUND
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.
GO BACK
Also, the AUX button can be programmed to operate most
brands of an additional remote-controllable component.
Notes: The TV and DVD buttons can’t be programmed on this remote.
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.
REVERSE
PLAY
FORWARD
STOP
PAUSE
You’ll use these buttons when
programming the remote.
Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote
To determine whether the universal remote needs to be
programmed for your component, turn the component ON.
For example, to program the remote for a VCR, turn on the
VCR. Point the remote at the VCR, and press the VCR1 button.
Then press ON•OFF or CH + (channel up) or CH – (channel
down) to see if the VCR responds to the remote commands. If
the component does not respond, the remote needs to be
programmed.
Programming the Remote
There are two ways to program the remote control:
• automatic code search
• direct entry
Chapter 2
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Using Automatic Code Search
The following instructions can be used to program the remote to operate each of
your components. If you want to stop the automatic code search without
programming any of your components, press CLEAR until the indicator on the
remote turns off.
1. Turn on the component you want to operate (VCR, etc.)
2. Press and hold the component button you want to program (VCR1, etc.). While
holding the component button, press and hold ON•OFF until the indicator on
the remote turns on, then release both buttons.
3. Point the remote at the component. Press and release PLAY, then wait 5
seconds or until the indicator on the remote stops flashing.
At this point the remote is searching for the correct code to program. If, after 5
seconds, the component you want to operate does not turn off, press PLAY
again to tell the remote to search the next set of codes.
Continue pressing PLAY until the component turns off or you have searched
through all of the codes. There are 20 total sets of codes. If the component
does not turn off after pressing PLAY 20 times, then the remote can’t be
programmed to operate that component.
If the component you want to 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 the remote turns off.
Using Direct Entry
1. Turn on the component to be programmed.
2. Look up the brand and code number(s) for the component on the code list in
this section.
3. Press and hold the component button you want to program on the remote.
4. Enter the code from the remote control code list on the following pages. If the
indicator flashes, you have either entered an invalid code or the button isn’t
programmable.
5. Release the component button.
6. Point the remote at the component. Press ON•OFF to see if the component
responds to the command. If it doesn’t, try pressing the component button and
then ON•OFF again.
• If you get no response, repeat these steps using the next code listed for your
brand, until the component responds to the remote commands.
• If you try all the codes for your component brand and none work, try the
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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Using the Remote Control
How to Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed It
Because this universal remote can control several different components (TV, DVD,
VCR, satellite receiver, etc.) it uses operational modes triggered by the component
buttons. For example, if you want the remote to control the TV, you would press
the TV button to put the remote into TV mode before you could control the TV.
1. Press the appropriate component button (DVD, TV, VCR1, VCR2, SAT•CABLE,
AUX) to set the remote to control the component.
2. Press ON•OFF to turn the component ON or OFF.
3. Use the remote buttons that apply to that component.
Note: 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 VCR, press VCR1 on the remote control to put the
remote in VCR mode.)
Remote Control Codes
VCR Codes
Programmable for VCR1, VCR2 and AUX buttons.
Admiral ........................................................................................ 2131
Adventura .................................................................................... 2026
Aiko .............................................................................................. 2027
Aiwa .................................................................................. 2002, 2026
Akai ...................... 2003, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2111,2112, 2113
American High ............................................................................ 2021
Asha ............................................................................................. 2013
Audio Dynamics .............................................................. 2009, 2010
Audiovox ..................................................................................... 2014
Bell & Howell ............................................................................... 2011
Beaumark ..................................................................................... 2013
Broksonic .......................................................................... 2012, 2025
Calix ............................................................................................. 2014
Candle .......................... 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Canon ..................................................................... 2021, 2022, 2114
Capehart ............................................................................. 2020, 2110
Carver ........................................................................................... 2062
CCE .................................................................................... 2027, 2061
Citizen ................. 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018,2019,2027
Colortyme .................................................................................... 2009
Colt ............................................................................................... 2061
Craig ............................................................. 2013, 2014, 2023, 2061
Curtis-Mathes .. 2000, 2002, 2009, 2013, 2016, 2018, 2021, 2022,
2024, 2115
Cybernex ..................................................................................... 2013
Daewoo ............... 2015, 2017, 2019,2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2110
Daytron ......................................................................................... 2110
Dbx .................................................................................... 2009, 2010
Dimensia ...................................................................................... 2000
Dynatech ........................................................................... 2002, 2026
Electrohome ..................................................................... 2014, 2029
Electrophonic .............................................................................. 2014
Emerson ......... 2002,2012,2014,2015,2021,2024,2025,2026,2029,
2030, 2032, 2033, 2034, 2035, 2036, 2037, 2038, 2039, 2040,
2041, 2042, 2044, 2045, 2047, 2065, 2105, 2113, 2116, 2117,
2130
Fisher .................. 2011, 2023, 2048, 2049, 2050, 2051, 2052,2118
Fuji ..................................................................................... 2021, 2119
Funai ................................................................................. 2002, 2026
Garrard ......................................................................................... 2026
GE ....................... 2000, 2001, 2013, 2021, 2022, 2053, 2115, 2120
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Goldstar .................................... 2009, 2014, 2018, 2054, 2121
Gradiente ............................................................................. 2026
Harley Davidson ................................................................. 2026
Harman Kardon .................................................................. 2009
Harwood .............................................................................. 2061
Headquarter ......................................................................... 2011
Hitachi ....... 2002, 2055, 2056, 2057, 2107, 2111, 2120, 2122
HI-Q ...................................................................................... 2023
Instant Replay ..................................................................... 2021
JCL ........................................................................................ 2021
JC Penney . 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2021, 2022, 2055,
2056, 2058, 2059, 2060, 2107, 2118
Jensen ............................................................. 2055, 2056, 2111
JVC ........................ 2009, 2010, 2011, 2018, 2058, 2111, 2123
Kenwood ...... 2009, 2010, 2011, 2016, 2018, 2058, 2111,2123
KLH ....................................................................................... 2061
Kodak ........................................................................ 2014, 2021
Lloyd ......................................................................... 2002, 2026
Logik .................................................................................... 2061
LXI ........................................................................................ 2014
Magnavox ........... 2021, 2022, 2062, 2063, 2104, 2108, 2124
Magnin ................................................................................. 2013
Marantz ... 2009, 2010, 2011, 2016, 2018, 2021, 2058, 2062,
2064
Marta .................................................................................... 2014
Masushita ............................................................................ 2021
MEI ....................................................................................... 2021
Memorex ... 2002, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2021, 2023, 2026, 2104,
2131
MGA ................................................................ 2029, 2065, 2113
MGN Technology ................................................................ 2013
Midland ................................................................................ 2053
Minolta ........................................................... 2055, 2056, 2107
Mitsubishi 2029, 2055, 2056, 2065, 2066, 2067, 2069, 2070,
2071, 2072, 2073, 2074, 2106, 2113, 2123
Montgomery Ward ................................................... 2075, 2131
Motorola ..................................................................... 2021,2131
MTC ................................................................ 2002, 2013, 2026
Multitech ....................... 2002, 2013, 2016, 2026, 2053, 2061
NEC ............ 2009, 2010, 2011, 2016, 2018, 2058, 2064, 2076,
2078, 2079, 2111, 2123
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VCR Codes continued
Nikko ........................................................................................ 2014
Noblex ...................................................................................... 2013
Olympus ................................................................................... 2021
Optimus ......................................................................... 2014, 2131
Optonica ................................................................................. 2096
Orion ........................................................................................ 2035
Panasonic ........................... 2021, 2022, 2109, 2125, 2126, 2127
Pentax ........................................... 2016, 2055, 2056, 2107, 2120
Pentex Research ...................................................................... 2018
Philco ...................................................... 2021, 2022, 2062, 2063
Philips ..................................................... 2021, 2062, 2096, 2124
Pilot .......................................................................................... 2014
Pioneer .......................................... 2010, 2055, 2080, 2081, 2123
Portland .................................................... 2016, 2017, 2019, 2110
Proscan ......................................................................... 2000, 2001
Protec ....................................................................................... 2061
Pulsar ....................................................................................... 2104
Quarter ..................................................................................... 2011
Quartz ...................................................................................... 2011
Quasar ................................................................ 2021, 2022, 2125
RCA .............................................. 2000, 2001, 2003, 2013, 2021,
....................... 2055, 2056, 2082, 2083, 2084,2085, 2086,2087,
........................ 2088, 2089, 2090, 2091, 2107, 2115, 2120, 2125
Radioshack/Realistic .............................. 2002, 2011, 2013, 2014
.......... 2021, 2022, 2023, 2026, 2029, 2049, 2050, 2096, 2131
Radix ........................................................................................ 2014
Randex ..................................................................................... 2014
Ricoh ........................................................................................ 2128
Runco ....................................................................................... 2104
Samsung ............................ 2005, 2013, 2015, 2033, 2053, 2112
Sanky ............................................................................ 2132, 2104
Sansui ....................................................... 2010, 2092, 2111, 2123
Sanyo .................................................................. 2011, 2013, 2023
Scott ... 2012, 2015, 2025, 2032, 2035, 2038, 2065, 2093, 2116
Sears .. 2011, 2014, 2021, 2023, 2048, 2049, 2050, 2051, 2055,
2056, 2107, 2118
Sharp ....................... 2002, 2017, 2029, 2094, 2095, 2096, 2131
Shintom .................................................. 2004, 2056, 2061, 2098
Shogun ..................................................................................... 2013
Signature ...................................................................... 2002, 2131
Singer .................................................................. 2021, 2061, 2128
Sony ................................... 2002, 2004, 2098, 2099, 2119, 2128
STS ................................................................................. 2021, 2107
Sylvania ....... 2002, 2021, 2022, 2026, 2062, 2063, 2065, 2124
Symphonic ................................................................... 2002, 2026
Tandy ............................................................................ 2002, 2011
Tashiko ..................................................................................... 2014
Tatung ............................................................................ 2058, 2111
TEAC ............................................. 2002, 2026, 2058, 2085, 2111
Technics ........................................................................ 2021, 2109
Teknika .............................. 2002, 2014, 2021, 2026, 2100, 2129
Tmk .................................................................... 2013, 2024, 2047
Toshiba ..................... 2015, 2049, 2051, 2055, 2065, 2093, 2116
ToteVision .................................................................... 2013, 2014
Unitech ..................................................................................... 2013
Vector Research ...................................... 2009, 2010, 2015, 2016
Victor ....................................................................................... 2010
Video Concepts ............................. 2009, 2010, 2015, 2016, 2113
Videosonic ............................................................................... 2013
Wards ..................... 2002, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2021, 2023, 2026,
2029, 2055, 2056, 2061, 2096, 2101, 2102, 2103, 2107, 2116,
2131
XR-1000 ............................................................ 2021, 2026, 2061
Yamaha ................................ 2009, 2010, 2011, 2018, 2058, 2111
Zenith ............................................ 2004, 2098, 2104, 2119, 2128
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Satellite Receiver Codes
Programmable for SAT•CABLE and AUX buttons.
Chapparal ...................................................................... 5056, 5057
Drake .............................................................................. 5058, 5059
GE ............................................................................................. 5000
General Instuments ............................................. 060, 5061, 5062
Panasonic ................................................................................. 5075
Primestar .................................................................................. 5076
Proscan .................................................................................... 5000
RCA .......................................................................................... 5000
Realistic ................................................................................... 5063
Sony .......................................................................................... 5072
STS1 ......................................................................................... 5064
STS2 ......................................................................................... 5065
STS3 ......................................................................................... 5066
STS4 ......................................................................................... 5067
Toshiba ........................................................................... 5073, 5068
Uniden ..................................................................................... 5069
Audio Codes
Programmable for the AUX button only.
RCA and Dimensia
AM/FM ..................................................................................... 4003
Aux ........................................................................................... 4004
Phono ....................................................................................... 4005
CD .............................................................................................. 4007
Tape .......................................................................................... 4006
Cable Box Codes
Programmable for SAT•CABLE and AUX buttons.
ABC .......................... 5002, 5003, 5004, 5005, 5006, 5007, 5053
Antronix ........................................................................ 5008, 5009
Archer ....................................................... 5008, 5009, 5010, 5011
Cabletenna ............................................................................... 5008
Cableview ................................................................................ 5008
Century ..................................................................................... 5011
Citizen ....................................................................................... 5011
Colour Voice .................................................................. 5012, 5013
Comtronics .................................................................... 5014, 5015
Contec ....................................................................................... 5016
Eastern ...................................................................................... 5017
Garrard ...................................................................................... 5011
GC Electronics ......................................................................... 5009
Gemini ................................................................ 5018, 5019, 5049
General Instrument ................................................................ 5003
Hamlin .......................................... 5020, 5021, 5022, 5035, 5045
Hitachi ..................................................................................... 5003
Hytex ........................................................................................ 5002
Jasco .......................................................................................... 5011
Jerrold ............ 5003, 5005, 5007,5018, 5023, 5024, 5046, 5053
Magnavox ............................................................................... 5025
Memorex .................................................................................. 5026
Movie Time ........................................................ 5002, 5027, 5028
NSC ...................................................................... 5002, 5027, 5028
Oak ....................................................................... 5002,5016, 5029
Panasonic ...................................................................... 5048, 5052
Paragon .................................................................................... 5026
Philips ............ 5011, 5012, 5013, 5019, 5025, 5030, 5031, 5032
Pioneer ........................................................................... 5033, 5034
Pulsar ....................................................................................... 5026
RCA ..................................................................... 5047, 5049, 5052
Realistic ......................................................................... 5009, 5049
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Regal ................................................................................. 5022, 5035
Regency ....................................................................................... 5017
Rembrandt ................................................................................... 5003
Runco ........................................................................................... 5026
Samsung ........................................................................... 5014, 5034
Scientific Atlanta ....................................... 5006, 5036, 5037, 5038
Signal ................................................................................ 5014, 5018
Signature ..................................................................................... 5003
SL Marx ....................................................................................... 5014
Sprucer ......................................................................................... 5052
Starcom ................................................................... 5007, 5018, 5053
Stargate ............................................................................. 5014, 5018
Starquest ...................................................................................... 5018
Tandy ........................................................................................... 5040
Teleview ....................................................................................... 5014
Tocom .................................................................... 5004, 5023, 5041
Toshiba ......................................................................................... 5026
Tusa .............................................................................................. 5018
TV86 ............................................................................................. 5027
Unika ....................................................................... 5008, 5009, 5011
United Artists .............................................................................. 5002
United Cable ................................................................................ 5053
Universal ...................................................... 5008, 5009, 5010, 5011
Videoway ..................................................................................... 5044
Viewstar ....................................................... 5015, 5025, 5027, 5040
Zenith ..................................................................... 5026, 5050, 5051
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Chapter 3: Using the TV’s Features
Channel Banner
There are several items that might appear on-screen when
you press the TV or INFO button on the remote. This display is
called the Channel Banner. The following list describes the
items on the Channel Banner screen (left to right and top to
bottom).
SAP
Stereo
06 ABCDEF
KidPass: 2:24
Skip: 0:30
CC
07:18am
X
SAP
Displayed when the current channel
is broadcasting SAP (Second Audio
Program) information.
Displayed when V-Chip has been
activated.
KidPass: 2:24
Displayed when KidPass is set and the
length of time remaining.
CC
Displayed when Closed Captioning is
available on the current channel.
Stereo or Mono
Stereo displayed when the current
channel is broadcasting in stereo.
Mono displayed when the current
channel is broadcasting in mono.
Skip: 0:30
Corresponds to the SKIP button.
Shows the amount of time left before
the TV switches back to the previous
channel.
07:18 am
Displays the current time.
06 ABCDEF
Displays the current channel and
label assigned to the channel.
X
Displayed when you mute the sound.
Why You Should Use the Auto Tuning Feature
The auto tuning feature tunes the TV to the correct channel for different
components you have connected to your TV (like a VCR, DVD Player, etc.). When
you set up auto tuning in the menu system you don’t have to remember to change
your TV to channel 3, for example, when you want to watch the tape in your VCR.
How to Set Up the Auto Tuning Feature
The way you set up the auto tuning feature in the TV’s menu corresponds to the
component buttons on the remote and the way you have each component
connected to your TV. When you set up auto tuning, you’re telling the TV what
channel to tune to when you press the VCR1, VCR2, DVD or SAT•CABLE button on
the remote control.
1.
2.
3.
4.
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Press MENU (the MAIN MENU appears).
Highlight Setup and press OK on your remote control.
Highlight Auto Tuning and press OK.
Choose which channel you want to set:
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Set VCR1 Lets you set up the channel the TV tunes to when you press the
VCR1 button.
Set VCR2 Lets you set up the channel the TV tunes to when you press the
VCR2 button.
Set SAT/CABLE Lets you set up the channel the TV tunes to when you press
the SAT•CABLE button.
Set DVD Lets you set up the channel the TV tunes to when you press the DVD
button.
5. Press the right arrow button to select the choice that matches the way you
have the component connected to this TV, and press OK.
The choices and a brief explanation follow:
AUTO TUNING
Go Back
Set VCR1
VID1 . . .
Set VCR2
VID1 . . .
Set SAT/CABLE
CH02 . . .
Set DVD
CH03 . . .
N/A Choose this if you don’t have this particular
component connected to the TV, or if you don’t want the TV
to automatically tune to the correct channel when you’re
using this component.
CH02 (SAT/CABLE only) Component is connected to the TV
ANT jack on the back of the TV, and you want the TV to tune
to channel 2 when you press the SAT•CABLE button on the
remote. Reminder: make sure the component’s Channel 2/3/4
switch is set to channel 2. Usually this switch is on the back
of the component.
CH03 or 04 Component is connected to the TV ANT jack on the back of the TV, and you
want the TV to tune to channel 3 or 4 when you press the corresponding button on the
remote. Reminder: make sure the component’s Channel 3/4 switch is set to the appropriate
channel.
VID1 Component is connected to the VIDEO 1 VIDEO or S-VIDEO jack on the back of the
TV and you want the TV to tune to a video input channel when you press the
corresponding button.
VID2 Component is connected to the VIDEO 2 VIDEO or Y,Pb,Pr jacks on the back of the
TV and you want the TV to tune to a video or component video input channel when you
press the corresponding button.
VID3 Compatible component video source, such as a DVD player or digital TV converter
box, is connected to the VIDEO 3 Y,Pb,Pr jacks on the back of the TV and you want the TV
to tune to the component video input channel when you press the corresponding button.
FRNT (Front Video Input) Component is connected to the VIDEO jack on the front of the
TV and you want the TV to tune to the front video input channel when you press the
corresponding button.
Parental Controls and V-Chip
The choices in the USA V-CHIP menu involve software inside your TV (referred to as V-Chip)
which allows you to block 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 instructions to turn on V-Chip,
go to page 21.
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How V-Chip Works
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 the rating and/or content
themes that the program contains, you will receive the message This channel has not
been approved for viewing. Change channel or press OK to enter password and
temporarily deactivate the Parental Control.
Broadcasters are not required to provide content themes, so programs received with
no content themes will only be blocked if you block their age-based rating. You can
also block out programs that have been given a rating of Not Rated, and programs
that are considered unrated. The TV age-based ratings and content themes you can
block follow:
USA V-Chip Rating System
TV-MA (Mature Audience Only) Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and may
be unsuitable for children under 17. It contains one or more of the following content
themes: crude indecent language (L), explicit sexual activity (S), or graphic violence
(V).
TV-14 (Parents Strongly Cautioned) Contains some material that many parents would
find unsuitable for children under 14. Parents are strongly urged to exercise greater
care in monitoring this program and are cautioned against letting 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).
TV-PG (Parental Guidance Suggested) Contains material that parents may find
unsuitable for younger children. Many parents may want to watch it with their
younger children. The program contains one or more of the following content
themes: some suggestive dialogue (D), infrequent coarse language (L), some sexual
situations (S), or moderate violence (V).
TV-G (General Audience) Most parents would find this program suitable for all ages.
It contains little or no sexual dialogue (D) or situations (S), no strong language (L), and
little or no violence (V).
TV-Y7 (Directed to Children 7 years and older) Designed for children ages 7 and
above. It may be more appropriate for children who have acquired the developmental
skills needed to distinguish between make-believe and reality. Themes and elements
in this program may include mild fantasy violence (FV) or comedic violence, or may
frighten children under the age of 7.
TV-Y (All Children) Themes and elements in this program are designed for a young
audience, including children from ages 2-6. It is not expected to frighten younger
children.
Canadian English V-Chip Rating System
18+ (Adults) Programming intended for adults 18 and older. It may contain elements
of violence, language, and sexual content which could make it unsuitable for viewers
under 18. Violence Guidelines: May contain violence integral to the development of
the plot, character or theme, intended for adult audiences. Other Content Guidelines:
May contain graphic language and explicit portrayals of nudity and/or sex.
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14+ (Viewers 14 and over) Programming contains themes or content which may not be
suitable for viewers under the age of 14. Parents are strongly cautioned to exercise
discretion in permitting viewing by pre-teens and early teens. Violence Guidelines: May
contain intense scenes of violence. Could deal with mature themes and societal issues in a
realistic fashion. Other Content Guidelines: May contain scenes of nudity and/or sexual
activity. There could be frequent use of profanity.
PG (Parental Guidance) Programming intended for a general audience but which may not
be suitable for younger children (under the age of 8). Parents may consider some content
inappropriate for unsupervised viewing by children aged 8-13. Violence Guidelines:
Depictions of conflict and/or aggression will be limited and moderate; may include physical,
fantasy, or supernatural violence. Other Content Guidelines: May contain infrequent mild
profanity, or mildly suggestive language. Could also contain brief scenes of nudity.
G (General Audience) Programming considered acceptable for all ages groups. While not
designed specifically for children, it is understood younger viewers may be part of the
audience. Violence Guidelines: Will contain very little violence, either physical or verbal or
emotional. Will be sensitive to themes which could frighten a younger child, will not depict
realistic scenes of violence which minimize or gloss over the effects of violent acts. Other
Content Guidelines: There may be some inoffensive slang, no profanity and no nudity.
C8+ (Children 8 and Older) Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8
years and over to watch on their own. Violence Guidelines: Violence will not be portrayed
as the preferred, acceptable, or only way to resolve conflict or encourage children to
imitate dangerous acts which they may see on television. Any realistic depictions of
violence will be infrequent, discreet, of low intensity and will show the consequences of the
acts. Other Content Guidelines: There will be no profanity, nudity or sexual content.
C (Children) Programming intended for children under age 8. Violence Guidelines: Careful
attention is paid to themes which could threaten children’s sense of security and well
being. There will be no realistic scenes of violence. Depictions of aggressive behaviour will
be infrequent and limited to portrayals that are clearly imaginary, comedic or unrealistic in
nature. Other Content Guidelines: There will be no offensive language, nudity or sexual
content.
Canadian French V-Chip Rating System
18+ (Adults) Programming is for adults only. This program contains sustained violence or
extremely violent scenes.
16+ (Viewers 16 and over) Programming is not suitable for those under age 16. This
program contains frequent scenes of violence or intensely violent scenes.
13+ (Viewers 13 and over) Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of
13. This program either contains several violent scenes or one or more scenes that are
violent enough to affect them. Viewing in the company of an adult is therefore strongly
recommended for children under the age of 13.
8+ (Viewers 8 and over) Not recommended for young children. This program is suitable for
most audiences, but it contains mild or occasional violence that could upset young
children. Viewing in the company of an adult is therefore recommended for young children
(under the age of 8) who do not distinguish between reality and imagination.
G (General Audience) This program is suitable for audiences of all ages. It contains no
violence, or any violence that it does contain is either minimal or is presented in a
humorous manner, as a caricature, or in an unrealistic way.
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USA V-Chip TV Rating Limit
PARENTAL CONTROL
The V-Chip TV Rating Limit lets you decide which TV
programs can and cannot be viewed.
To set TV programming limits:
Go Back
V-Chip active
USA V-Chip
...
Canada V-Chip
USAPrgms.
V-CHIP
Exempt
...
KidPass Active
Go Back
KidPass
Movie Ratings
Lock Fr. Panel
TV Ratings
Change Passwd.
1. Choose Parental Control from the MAIN MENU (the
PASSWORD screen appears the first time you enter the
Parental Control menu). Create your password using the
number buttons on the remote.
...
...
...
––––
TV RATING LIMIT
2. Highlight and select USA V-Chip. Then select TV Ratings.
Go Back
Status
TV-MA
View
TV-14
View
TV-PG
View
TV-G
View
TV-Y7
View
TV-Y
View
L
S
V FV
V
V
V
B
V
V
V
B
V
V
V
D
3. Once you get to the TV RATING LIMIT screen, use the
arrow buttons and OK on your remote to change the
status of a TV program rating or content theme from
View to Block.
V
4. For TV rating limits to take effect, turn on V-Chip active
in the PARENTAL CONTROL menu (box has check mark).
Press OK to view/block
prog. with this rating.
The following sections give you more details about how to
change the status of TV program limits.
Note: If you forget your password you can reset it. Make sure the
TV is off. Simultaneously press and hold VOL< on the TV’s front
panel and CLEAR on the remote for approximately 5 seconds. Enter
a new password next time you access the PARENTAL CONTROL
menu.
The V-Chip Rating Screen
The following is an example of where items are located within the TV RATING LIMIT
screen.
Rating Status Field
Lets you select whether the status of the age-based
rating limit to the left is View or Block.
Content Themes
TV RATING LIMIT
Lists the content themes
you can block or view.
Go Back
Status
Rating Field
Lets you select from
a list of age-based
ratings you can
block or view.
TV-MA
View
TV-14
View
TV-PG
View
TV-G
View
TV-Y7
View
TV-Y
View
L
S
V FV
V
V
V
B
V
V
V
B
V
V
V
D
Content Status Fields
V
Press OK to view/block
prog. with this rating.
Lets you select which
content themes to view
for the selected rating,
and whether the status of
the content theme is
currently View (V) or Block
(B).
Rating Settings Area
Lets you see the current block/view state of age-based
ratings and associated content.
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Blocking Age-Based Ratings
Hierarchy of Age-Based Ratings
TV-MA
Mature Audience Only
You can automatically block all program ratings above a
specified age-based rating level.
TV-14
Parents Strongly Cautioned
To block programs with higher ratings:
TV-PG
Parental Guidance Suggested
TV-G
General Audience
TV-Y7
Directed to Children 7 years and
older
TV-Y
All Children
1. Press the up or down arrow button to scroll to the rating
corresponding with the lowest rating you do not want
the child to watch.
2. Press the OK button to toggle between View and Block.
The status for the rating listed to the left and all higher
ratings automatically changes to Block.
3. Press the up or down arrow button to highlight Go back
and press OK.
4. Turn on V-Chip active in the PARENTAL CONTROL menu
(box has check mark) for rating limits to take effect.
Viewing Age-Based Ratings
After you block age-based ratings, you can change some of
the ratings back to View.
1. Press the up or down arrow button to select the rating
with a status of Block.
2. Press OK to select View.
Content Themes
Blocking Specific Content Themes
D
Sexually explicit dialogue
L
Adult language
S
Sexual situations
You can block programs based on their content. (Content is
represented by the D, L, S, V and FV on your screen.) When
you block a content theme for a particular rating, you
automatically block that content theme for higher rated
programs as well.
V
Violence
To block program content:
FV
Fantasy Violence
1. Determine the content themes you want to block.
2. Press the down arrow button to scroll to the rating
whose content theme you want to change.
3. Press the right arrow button to move the highlight to a
particular content theme status.
4. Press the OK button to change its status to B. (In the
example to the left, you block the language (L)
corresponding with TV-14. The language for TV-MA is
blocked as well).
TV RATING LIMIT
Go Back
Status
TV-MA
View
TV-14
View
TV-PG
View
TV-G
View
TV-Y7
View
TV-Y
View
L
S
V FV
B
V
V
V
B
V
V
V
V
V
V
D
V
Press OK to view/block
prog. containing adult language.
Notes: Broadcasters are not required to provide content themes or
age-based ratings.
You must remember to activate Parental Controls for rating limits to
take effect.
Viewing Specific Content Themes
If you block specific content themes, you have the option of
going back and changing some of the content themes back
to (V) View:
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1. Determine the content themes you want to change to (V) View.
2. Press the down arrow button to scroll to the rating whose content theme you want to
change, such as B under language (L) corresponding with TV-14.
3. Press the right arrow button to move the highlight to a particular content theme status.
4. Press the OK button to change the status back to V. Your child would then be able to
watch programs with the TV-14 adult language content, but not programs with TV-MA
language content.
Note: Only the content theme status corresponding to TV-14 (L) language changes to (V) View. Higher rated
content themes, such as that for TV-MA language, do not change.
Blocking Canadian V-Chip Ratings
ENGLISH 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.
Go Back
18+
14+
PG
G
C8+
To block Canadian English and French program ratings:
C
Press OK to view/block
programs intended for
children over the age of 8.
1. Select Canada V-Chip from the PARENTAL CONTROL
menu.
FRENCH RATINGS
2. Highlight English Ratings or French Ratings and press
OK.
3. Determine the rating you want to block.
Go Back
18+
4. Press the down arrow button to scroll to the rating you
want to change.
16+
13+
8+
G
Press OK to view/block
programs intended for
children over the age of 8.
5. Press the OK button to change its status to block (the
lock icon appears and all ratings above the one you
selected change to lock).
V-Chip Movie Rating Limit
Set movie rating limits by blocking movies rated above a specified level.
To access the Movie Rating Limit menu:
1. Press MENU on the remote control (the MAIN MENU appears).
2. Select Parental Control.
3. Select USA V-Chip.
4. Select Movie Ratings.
Blocking Movie Ratings
Once you are in the Movie Rating Limit menu, follow the same steps described for blocking
Canadian V-Chip Ratings.
V-Chip Exempt Program Block
The Exempt Prgms. option lets 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 weather
programs, emergency bulletins, public announcements, and programs without ratings. The Exempt
option applies to both USA and Canadian unrated programs and Canadian programs rated E.
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Unlocked All unrated programs are available.
Locked All unrated programs are not available.
Note: You must remember to activate V-Chip for rating limits to take effect.
Press the down arrow to highlight Exempt Prgms. Then press the right arrow to toggle between
the lock and unlock icon.
KidPass
The KidPass feature allows parents to set a certain amount of time every day of the week that a
child can watch TV. To set KidPass:
1. Select Parental Control from the main menu.
2. Select KidPass (the KIDPASS menu appears with Current Day highlighted).
Note: If you can’t select KidPass, you need to set the time. Highlight Go Back, press the right arrow, then select
Time. Highlight Time, then enter the time using the number buttons.
3. Press the right arrow to select the current day.
4. Press the down arrow button to choose the day of the week.
5. After you’ve chosen the day of the week, press the right arrow to select the amount of time:
Free and 00:30 up to 16:00 (30 minute increments).
6. When you’re done setting KidPass, select Go Back.
7. Highlight KidPass active and press the right arrow to activate the KidPass settings (box has
check mark). The KidPass takes effect immediately.
When the time has expired, the TV shuts off. If you turn on the TV the same day it shut off, the
password screen appears (enter the password used for V-Chip).
V-Chip Active
Selecting this option lets you activate and deactivate parental control settings.
1. From the PARENTAL CONTROL menu, press the up or down arrow to highlight V-Chip active.
2. Press the right or left arrow to turn on (box has check mark) or off (box doesn’t have check
mark) V-Chip active.
If you do not activate V-Chip, none of the settings for V-Chip will take effect.
If you forget your password you can reset it. Make sure the TV is off. Simultaneously press and
hold VOL< on the TV’s front panel and CLEAR on the remote for approximately 5 seconds. Enter a
new password next time you access the PARENTAL CONTROL menu.
Front Panel Lock
Selecting this option lets you lock (disable) or unlock (enable) the TV’s front panel. The remote still
tunes to any channel. When using this as a Parental Control method, remove access to any remote
that is capable of operating the television.
1. From the PARENTAL CONTROL menu, press the up or down arrow to highlight Lock Fr. Panel.
2. Press the right or left arrow to turn on (box has check mark) or off (box doesn’t have check
mark) front panel lock.
Change Password
Selecting this option lets you simply create a new password at any time. Once you enter a new
password from Change Passwd. in the PARENTAL CONTROL menu it is the password you use until
you change it again.
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Sound Menu
SOUND
Treble Increases or decreases the treble.
Go Back
Treble
Bass Increases or decreases the bass.
Bass
Balance
Sound Type
Stereo . . .
SAP
Auto Vol Level
Audio Output
Fixed . . .
Balance Press the right arrow to increase the audio output
in the right speaker; press the left arrow to increase the
audio output in the left speaker.
Sound type Press the right arrow to scroll through the
available audio types, which control the way the sound
comes through your speakers: Mono plays the sound in mono
only. Use this setting when receiving broadcasts with weak
stereo signals; Stereo to split the incoming stereo audio
signal into left and right channels; and Enhanced for
simulated surround sound. Most TV programs and recorded
materials have stereo audio. The word Stereo appears on the
TV when you tune to a program that is broadcast in stereo.
Int. Speakers
SAP (Second Audio Program) Plays the program’s audio in
a second language, if one is available. The TV displays the
word SAP when you tune to a program that is broadcast with
SAP information. SAP audio is broadcast in mono. SAP is also
used to broadcast a program’s audio with descriptions of the
video for the visually impaired. Press OK to turn SAP on or
off.
Auto Vol level (Auto Volume Level) Reduces the annoying
blasts in volume during commercial breaks. Eliminates the
need to constantly adjust volume control. Press OK to turn
Auto Vol level on or off.
Audio Output Press the right arrow to scroll through the
available output settings: Fixed allows fixed output from the
TV’s audio output jacks to an external component such as a
surround sound amplifier; and Variable allows variable
output from the TV’s audio output jacks.
Int. Speakers (Internal Speakers) Turns the TV’s internal
speakers on or off. Turn off the internal speakers if you have
an audio receiver or amplifier connected to the TV. Press OK
to turn Int. Speakers on or off.
Picture Menu
PICTURE
Go Back
Picture Preset
Bright . . .
Auto Color
Color Warmth
Brightness
Contrast
Color
Sharpness
Tint
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Normal . . .
The PICTURE menu options apply to the video for the main
TV and video input selections.
Picture Preset Press the right arrow to scroll through the
available picture preset settings: Natural, Bright, Soft, and
Personal. Choose the setting that is best for your viewing
environment.
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Auto Color Turn this option on to automatically correct the color of the picture.
This is especially useful for tracking realistic flesh tone colors as you switch from
channel to channel.
Color Warmth Press the right arrow to scroll through the color adjustments: Cool
for a more blue palette of picture colors; Normal; and Warm for a more red palette
of picture colors.
Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the picture.
Contrast Adjusts the difference between the light and dark areas of the picture.
Color Adjusts the richness of the color.
Sharpness Adjusts the crispness of the edges in the picture.
Note: Sharpness is not available for component video input channels (CVID2 or CVID3 ).
Tint Adjusts the balance between the red and green levels.
Note: Tint is not available for component video input channels (CVID2 or CVID3 ).
When you change any of these picture settings, the Picture Preset changes to
Personal. Use the left or right arrow button to make adjustments. To return to the
PICTURE menu, press the up or down arrow button.
Setup Menu
SETUP
Go Back
Auto Ch. Search
...
List & Labels
...
Closed Caption
...
Auto Tuning
...
Language
English . . .
Auto Ch. Search (Auto Channel Search) Allows you to
choose your signal type and begin an auto channel search.
Signal Type Press the left or right arrow to toggle
between the signal your TV is receiving. Choose Cable if
you are currently using cable or a cable box for TV
signals. Choose Antenna if you are currently using an
off-air antenna for TV signals.
Start Searches for channels the signal is receiving and
stores them in the TV’s channel list. Go to page 7 for
more information.
List & Labels Edit the channels in the list or choose labels
for each channel. For example, if channel 12 is NBC, you can
use this feature to label it NBC so it appears on-screen as
part of the Channel Banner.
To delete a channel from the channel list, highlight Channel
and use the left or right arrow button to select the channel.
Then highlight In list and press the OK button. The box
should no longer display a check mark.
To add a label to a channel, select the channel in the Channel
option. Press the down arrow button to highlight Label. Press
the right arrow button to highlight the first space. Use the
up or down arrow button to ascend or descend through the
characters. Continue to press the right arrow button to
highlight the space and the up or down arrow button to add
a character. Press OK when you’re finished adding a label.
Closed Caption Many programs are encoded with closedcaptioning information, which lets you display the audio
portion of a program as text on the TV screen.
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Closed captioning is not available on all channels at all times. Only specific
programs encoded with closed-captioning information are applicable. When a
program is closed captioned, CC is displayed in the channel banner. Go to Chapter
3 for more information about the channel banner. The closed caption options are:
CC Display Lets you choose the way closed captioning information is shown
on the screen.
Off
No captioning information displayed.
On Captioning information always appears, when available.
Muted=On Displays captioning information, when available, whenever
the TV’s sound is muted by pressing the MUTE button. The captioning
information is not displayed when the sound is not muted.
CC Mode Choose which captioning mode is used for displaying captioning
information. If you are unsure of the differences among the modes, you may
prefer to leave the closed captioned mode set to CC1, which displays complete
text of the program in the primary language in your area.
Auto Tuning Displays a choice list that lets you set up the TV to automatically
tune to the correct input channel when you press a component button (VCR1,
VCR2, DVD, SAT•CABLE, etc.) on the remote. Go to Chapter 3 for details about the
Auto tuning feature.
Language Lets you select your preferred language for the menus, which you
should have set in the Initial Setup. Go to page 7 for more information.
Parental Control Menu
The Parental Control Menu was explained in Chapter 3. Go to page 15 for more
information.
Time Menu
TIME
Go Back
Sleep Timer
00:45
Time ref. Ch
01 NBC . . .
Time
08:25AM
Wake-Up Timer
Wake-Up Time
08:15AM
Wake-Up Ch
05
Sleep Timer Lets you set the TV to turn off after a given
time. Press the right arrow to add 15 minutes to the clock
(up to four hours).
Time ref. Ch (Time reference Channel) Choose your PBS
station to have the TV set the time for you.
Time Time is set if you select a reference channel (see
above). If time is not obtained, then enter it manually. If it is
8:25, for example, you must first press the number 0 on the
remote, then number 8, then 2 and then 5. Use the OK
button to choose between AM and PM.
Wake-Up Timer Lets you set the TV to turn itself on.
Note: When the TV turns on by the wake-up timer and no remote or
front panel buttons are pressed for 2 hours, the TV will turn itself off.
Wake-Up Time Lets you set the time you want the TV to
turn itself on.
Wake-Up Ch (Wake-Up Channel) Lets you select a specific
channel the TV tunes to when the wake up timer is set.
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Troubleshooting
Most problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected by consulting the following
troubleshooting list.
Note for U.S. 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 TV button.
•
Make sure the TV 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 TV turns on, check the remote control solutions on page 26.
•
The front panel controls may be locked (disabled). Use the remote control to unlock the front panel
controls by selecting the Lock Fr. Panel in the PARENTAL CONTROL menu and press OK (box won’t have
check mark).
Buttons don’t work
•
If you’re using the remote control, press the TV button first to make sure the remote is in TV mode.
•
The front panel controls may be locked (disabled). Use the remote control to unlock the front panel
controls by selecting the Lock Fr. Panel in the PARENTAL CONTROL menu and press OK (box won’t have
check mark).
•
Unplug the TV for two minutes and then plug it back in. Turn the TV on and try again.
TV turns off unexpectedly
•
•
•
•
•
Sleep timer may have been activated. Go to page 24 for instructions.
KidPass may have been activated. Go to page 21 for instructions.
Wake-up timer turned on the TV and no remote or front panel buttons were pressed for two hours.
Electronic protection circuit may have been activated because of a power surge. Wait 30 seconds and then
turn on again. If this happens frequently, the voltage in your house may be abnormally high or low.
Unplug TV. Wait five minutes. Plug it in again.
TV turns on unexpectedly
•
Wake-up timer might have been activated. Go to page 24 for instructions.
•
You might have pressed CH+, CH- or OK on the remote accidentally.
Blank screen
•
•
Make sure the component connected to the TV is turned on.
Try another channel.
No sound, picture okay
•
Maybe the sound is muted. Try pressing the volume up button to restore sound.
•
If using S-Video or Y, PB, PR, remember to also connect the component’s left and right audio output jacks
to the TV’s AUDIO jacks.
•
Make sure the Int. Speakers option in the SOUND menu is turned on.
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Other Information
Can’t select certain channel
•
•
Channel may be blocked or not approved through the V-Chip.
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).
Noisy stereo reception
• May be a weak station. Access the SOUND menu, highlight Sound Type and then choose Mono.
No picture/blue screen, no sound but TV is on
•
•
•
Maybe the signal type is set wrong. Go to page 23 for detailed instructions.
The channel might be blank — change channels.
If you’re watching your VCR and it’s connected with coaxial cable to the TV ANT 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 VCR).
Sound okay, picture poor
•
Check antenna connections. Make sure all of the cables are firmly connected to the jacks.
•
Try adjusting sharpness function to improve weak signals. Go to page 23 for more instructions.
Black box appears on the screen
•
Closed-captioning might be on. Check Closed Caption in the Setup menu. Go to page 23 for more
instructions.
PASSWORD menu appears
•
•
KidPass option is activated and you try to reset the time.
You turn the TV on after KidPass shut off the TV.
The Remote Control Doesn’t Work
•
•
•
•
•
Something might be between the remote and the remote sensor on the component. Make sure there is a
clear path.
Maybe the remote isn’t aimed directly at the component (TV or VCR) that you’re trying to operate.
Maybe remote is not in TV Mode. Press the TV button so remote will control TV.
Maybe batteries in remote are weak, dead, or installed incorrectly. Put new batteries in the remote. (Note,
if you remove the batteries, you may have to reprogram the remote to operate other components.)
You might need to reset the remote: remove batteries and press the number 1 button for at least 60
seconds. Release the 1 button, replace the batteries, and (if necessary) program the remote again.
Problems with V-Chip/Parental Controls
The rating limits don’t work
•
You must lock the settings. Go to the MAIN MENU (press MENU on your remote), select Parental Control,
select V-Chip active.
I don’t remember my password and I want to unlock the TV
•
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If you forget your password, press the MENU button, then select Parental Control (the password entry
screen appears). Simultaneously press and hold VOL < on the television and CLEAR on the remote for
approximately 5 seconds. Parental Controls unlock and the PASSWORD menu appears so you can enter a
new password.
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The V-Chip won’t let me watch a program even though it’s not rated as violent.
•
Maybe the movie was given an NR (Not Rated) status. After you block movie ratings, you must set NR to
View separately in order to view movies with an NR rating.
Care and Cleaning
CAUTION: Turn OFF your TV before cleaning.
You can clean the TV as required, using a soft lint-free cloth. Be sure to occasionally dust the ventilation
slots in the cabinet to help assure adequate ventilation.
The TV’s screen may be cleaned with a soft, lint-free cloth as well. Take care not to scratch or mar
the screen. If necessary, you may use a cloth dampened with warm water. Never use strong cleaning
agents, such as ammonia-based cleaners, or abrasive powder. These types of cleaners will damage
the TV.
While cleaning do not spray liquid directly on the screen, or allow liquid to run down the screen and
inside the 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 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 logos, phone numbers, etc. may cause similar damage. This damage is not
covered by your warranty.
Limited Warranty
What your warranty covers:
• Defects in material or workmanship.
For how long after your purchase:
• One year from date of purchase for labor charges.
• One year from date of purchase for parts.
• Two years from date of purchase for picture tube.
The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the
rental firm whichever comes first.
What we will do:
• Pay any Authorized RCA Television Service Center the labor charges to repair your television.
• Pay any Authorized RCA Television Service Center for the new or, at our option, rebuilt replacement
parts and picture tube required to repair your television.
How you get service:
• For 20” screen size: Take your RCA television to any Authorized RCA Television Service Center and
pickup when repairs are complete.
• For screen sizes larger than 20”: Request home or pick up, repair and return service from any
Authorized RCA Television Service Center, provided that your television is located within the
geographic territory covered by an Authorized RCA Television Service Center. If not, you must take
your television to the Service Center location at your own expense, or pay for the cost the Service
Center may charge to transport your television to and from your home.
• To identify your nearest Authorized RCA Service Center, ask your dealer, visit www.rca.com, look in
the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-336-1900.
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Other Information
• Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product
is within the warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service. For rental firms, proof
of first rental is also required.
What your warranty does not cover:
• Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual describes how to install, adjust, and operate your
product. Any additional information should be obtained from your dealer.)
• Installation and related adjustments.
• Signal reception problems not caused by your television.
• Damage from misuse or neglect.
• Batteries.
• Customer replacement fuses.
• Damage from images burnt onto the screen.
• A television that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or
other commercial purposes.
• Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.
• A television purchased or serviced outside the U.S.A.
Product Registration:
• Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your TV. It will make it easier
to contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty
coverage.
Limitation of Warranty:
• THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. NO
VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN 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 ABOVE.
How state law relates to this warranty:
• Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not
apply to you.
• This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state
to state.
If you purchased your product outside the United States:
• This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.
Service calls which do not involve defective materials or workmanship are not covered by this
warranty. Costs of such service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.
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Accessory Information
Below are accessories available to compliment your product. Prices are subject to change without notice.
All accessories are subject 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 each individual state, county and locality to which the merchandise is being
sent.
How to Order
To place your order by phone, have your Visa, MasterCard or Discover Card ready and call the toll-free
number listed below. Use this number only to place an order for accessory items.
1-800-338-0376
Some of these accessories area also available on-line at
www.rca.com
ON OFF
VCR1
DVD
VCR2
TV
AUX SAT•CABLE
MUTE
SKIP
VOL
VOL
CH +
CH SOUND
GO BACK
INFO
GUIDE
OK
MENU
1
CLEAR
Standard Audio/Video cable with
RCA-type phono plugs.
Remote Control This is the
remote control that came
packed with your TV.
Replacements or spares can be
ordered as needed.
VH83 $5.95
3
2
4
5
6
7
8
9
WHO•INPUT
ANTENNA
RCR160TFM1 261650 $35.25
0
REVERSE
PLAY
FORWARD
RECORD
STOP
PAUSE
2-way Signal Splitter helps you
connect to a second TV or VCR.
VH47 $3.95
Component Video Cables
Triple cable used to connect
a video source with
Y, Pb, Pr jacks to the TV.
Amplified Antenna allows you to
easily switch from the antenna
signal to cable or satellite easily
without disconnecting antenna.
DT6DC (6-ft) $24.95
ANT200 $49.95
DT12DC (12-ft) $34.95
VH976 (6-ft) $7.95
off
busy
protected
reset
wiring
S-Video Cable has multi-pin
connectors on each end for
connecting S-Video
components to your TV.
Surge Protector provides eight
outlets, coaxial and telephone
line protection. Audible alarm for
surge failure.
SCTV4000C $39.95
VH913 (12-ft) $14.95
Screw-on Cable attaches to
the round antenna connectors
(called 75-ohm F-type) on the
back of your VCR or TV. The
ends screw onto the
connectors for a secure
connection.
VH81 (3-ft) $3.95
VH82 (12-ft) $4.95
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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant 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
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in
a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Visit the RCA web site at www.rca.com
Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on
the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product.
Thomson Inc.
10330 North Meridian Street
Indianapolis, IN 46290
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