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RCA P46738 User's Manual

1. 2 When the first ALARM function is selected pressing or will switch the setting between ON and OFF Set this function to ON if you want to activate the alarm When this function is set to OFF the alarm is deactivated and the TV will not turn on or off by itself _ ER AE a RR ear ER AE DR ae Pe EE EE a EE RA AG E E 1 AS INL Le eee kr Note If SET CLOCK is displayed next to ALARM you will need to set the clock time before you will be able to turn on the alarm function Details for setting the clock are on page 3 3 Press MENU PROG to select the next function called ON TIME If you want the TV to turn on by itself enter the desired time by first pressing to select the hour including AM and PM and then pressing to select the minutes If you only want the TV to turn off by itself and not turn on you can disable the ON TIME by pressing until the word DISABLED appears Note Remember to check the AM PM setting Midnight is 12 00 AM and noon is 12 00 PM 4 Press MENU PROG to select the next function called OFF TIME If you want the TV to turn off by itself enter the desired time by first pressing to select the hour including AM and PM and then pressing to select the minutes If you only want the TV to turn on by itself and not turn off you can disable the OFF TIME by pressing until the word DISABLED appears TOf Time 11 00PM n E 5 Pres
2. 13 STEL 1 Repeatedly press MENU PROG to select VIDEO MENU and then press or to display the video menu lt Mute Video Menu 2 Repeatedly press fod MENU PROG to select function then Fine press or to Co adjust it The video menu will automatically disappear from the screen if you do not press or within a few seconds Via remote control your TV will remember which function you displayed last even after the menu has disappeared from the screen So if you want to adjust the same function again simply press the or button on the remote control The last function you adjusted will reappear on the TV screen 14 The COLOR function adjusts the amount of color in the picture 1 Press to increase color or press to decrease color of the picture Press to increase contrast or press to decrease contrast The BRIGHTNESS function adjusts the brightness of the dark portions of the picture Press to increase brightness or press to decrease brightness The SHARPNESS function adjusts picture sharpness Press to increase sharpness or press to decrease sharpness The PICTURE RESET function lets you quickly change all the video functions shown above back to the factory settings Press either or to reset the video functions The CONVERGENCE function allows you to precisely align the beams of the three projectio
3. N HPOT SELECT w TAE Coaxiai Antenna Cable N 2 BE such as RCA AH037 Audio Video Cables such as RCA AHO69G Shown here is a simplified method of connecting a VCR to your Operation TV The preferred method using a 2 way signal splitter is e If the VCR is connected to INPUT 1 jacks as shown select shown above channel 91 on the TV to view whatever the VCR is playing Note The audio video connections from the VCR to the TV are e If you connect a second audio video device to INPUT 2 select optional however these additional connections usually produce a channel 92 on the TV to view whatever the second device is better quality picture during VCR playback These connections are playing required however for stereo playback from stereo VCRs and for E picture in picture operation Note You can program your TV to automatically select the proper VCR input channel 91 or 92 when you press the VCR 1 or VCR2 LD Optional accessories are available from most RCA deal d OP EE EE button Details are on page 26 electronics supply stores 35 Special Recording onto VCR This connection only allows you to record on the VCR whatever is currently being displayed on the TV screen This is not a common application for recording with your VCR but you may find it useful in certain situations This connection will let you record onto the VCR whatever is being displayed on the TV screen such as a T
4. displays the arrows in reverse order than shown above 6 When finished press the TV button to remove the pattern from the screen 15 1 Repeatedly press MENU PROG to select AUDIO MENU and then press or to display the audio menu 2 Repeatedly press MENU PROG to select function then press or to adjust it The audio menu will automatically disappear from the screen if you do not press or within a few seconds The TREBLE function adjusts the high frequency audio Press to Ej increase treble or press to decrease treble 4 The BASS function adjusts the low frequency audio Press to increase A bass or press to decrease bass speakers When adjusting the BALANCE function sit in your normal A viewing seat while pressing the and buttons until the sound seems to originate from a point halfway between the speakers Press to increase sound from the right speaker or press to increase sound from the left speaker 4 The STEREO SAP function lets you choose either M ONO monaural y STEREO or SAP audio if available by pressing or When a station is 3 broadcasting stereo and the STEREO SAP function is set to STEREO the stereo indicator STEREO will appear on the screen before the channel number Normally you can leave the STEREO SAP function set to STEREO and your TV will then automatically reproduce either
5. Oo zQ 0 SRS Q FREEZE 10 TV Button e Turns on TV and puts remote in TV Mode so that the other remote buttons will control the TV e Displays time if clock has been set and channel number on the TV screen Important Note Some buttons on the remote control will not control the TV unless the remote is in the TV Mode If another component button such as VCR2 LD is pressed the remote will go into the VCR Mode and will control a compatible VCR To get back into the FV Mode simply press the button labeled TV The remote will go back into the TV Mode and will control the TV again POWER Button e Press POWER to tum off TV CHAN Buttons e Press CHAN up to select the next higher channel in channel memory Press CHAN down to select the next lower channel in channel memory e You can add or erase channels in memory as desired Details are on page 24 VOL Buttons Press VOL up to increase volume e Press VOL down to decrease volume DISPLAY Button e Displays time if clock has been set and channel number on the TV screen e Quickly removes menus and displays from the screen SKIP Commercial Skip Button e Use this button when you want to scan other channels one a program break e When a break occurs press SKIP once before changing channels The TV will count down 30 seconds on the screen and then automatically switch channels back to the original channel e P
6. Picture okay sound poor No stereo on known stereo station No picture aa sound but power light Maybe someone changed CABLE AIR function to wrong position e Maybe a vacant channel is tuned e For Channels 90 91 and 92 make sure the component connected to those INPUT jacks is turned on in order to see the picture If watching VCR connected only through antenna input nike sure TV is tuned to channel 3 or 4 same as CH3 CH4 switch on VCR Also check to make sure TV VCR switch on VCR is in correct position Check antenna connections Try adjusting SHARPNESS function to improve weak signals e Try another channel Try adjusting VOLUME BASS and TREBLE controls e If station is sending stereo try changing STEREO SAP function to MONO setting for clearer sound Try adjusting SRS 0 controls to tum SRS off or on e Make sure STEREO SAP function is in STEREO mode ec Can t get two channels in Pix in Pix No picture while using Pix in Pix with S VHS VCR or camcorder Small picture does not have color If using the VCR or VCR2 LD button make sure it is programmed to select the proper video input channel as described on page 26 If using an S VHS component make sure its regular VIDEO cable is connected to INPUT 1 VIDEO jack on the TV If using a VCR make sure the AUDIO and VIDEO OUT jacks on the VCR are connected to the TV s AUDIO and MES IN jacks
7. ra gt de iad 8 t Ee EER TE AE GER oe fe ee gt WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or shock EE IS ESE hazard do not expose this TV to rain or moisture Cautions AS MAN WARNING This symbol indicates l This symbol indicates dangerous voltage inside the important instructions product that presents a risk of accompanying the electric shock or personal product i injury TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL CAUTION To prevent electric shock match wide blade of plug to wide slot fully insert ATTENTION Pour viter les chocs lectriques introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqti au fond Operate TV only on 120 volts 60 Hz AC power normal house power FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user s authority to operate it Note To 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 IS da R
8. s owner s manual for the manufacturer s recommended hookup instructions General Cable Information Antenna or cable TV lt Slip on End connections are made with either coaxial Screw on End antenna cable or twin lead cable Coaxial cables are shielded so they are less susceptible to hum or interference from adjacent cables Round 75 ohm coaxial cable such as No AH037 screw on AH065G push on or AH066G push on Most audio video connections ME between components can be made with shielded audio and re NEE nay video cables that have RCA type such as No AH069G phono connections When connecting components to each other be sure that you always connect left outputs to left inputs and right outputs to right inputs If a component has only one output mono connect it to the R MONO input jack To connect S VHS Super VHS components an S Video cable is required p S Video Cable such as No VAA020 The following accessories are available from most dealers in case you want to position your components farther apart or need additional cables Antenna Cables Screw on Antenna 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 KX AHO37 3 ft Push on Antenna Cable Attaches to the round antenna connectors called 75 ohm F type on the back of your VCR o
9. the SELECT OUT jacks remember to also connect the S VHS component s regular video cable to the VIDEO INPUT 1 jack and then tune to channel 91 HI FI OUT Jacks feed volume controlled stereo audio out from whatever is displayed on the TV screen Allow connection of audio amplifier and lets you adjust sound Follow one of the steps below to connect an indoor cable TV system You can connect the antenna to either ANT A or ANT B as explained on page 25 A If the antenna cable coming from your only UHF channels 14 69 or VHF and UHF channels connect it to your set like this or outdoor antenna to your TV only if you do not have a home antenna is a 75 ohm round coaxial cable that carries only VHF channels 2 13 CABLE ANTENNA Incoming _ gt Cable ee oT From gt 77 Home VHF or UHF Only Antenna or VHF UHF Combination _ OR B If the antenna cable coming from your home antenna is a 300 ohm flat twin lead that carries only VHF channels 2 13 only UHF channels 14 69 or VHF and UHF channels connect it to your set like this CABLEJANTENNA a ANT A Incoming dl are BACK Cable ee ie y We Push on OF TV From gt Os A Dd Home ee ETE Antenna VHF or UHF Only O or Antenna Adapter CONVERTER VHF UHF Combination such as RCA 193983 OR C If the antenna cables coming from your home antenna s are a 75 ohm round coaxial cable that carries VHF channels 2 13 and a 300 ohm fla
10. AutoProgramming Channels into Channel Memory 3 Press either or to begin autoprogramming The TV will first program all channels for ANT A input and then program all channels for ANT B input even if you only have one antenna input connected 10 23 AM Set Alarm Chan Label Parental Ctri Off Chan Ctr Normal When the TV is finished cycling you can check to see which channels are in memory by pressing the CHAN up or down button 2 Erasing Adding Channels in Channel Memory 2 Then select the desired channel number by pressing CHAN up or down or the two corresponding number buttons on the remote 3 Press to add the channel to memory or press to erase the channel from memory m Stored RE RE EE EES he ake TT 3 Adding Video Input Channels to Channel Memory Adding channels 90 91 and 92 to channel memory allows access to the video inputs at the TV by pressing the CHAN up and down buttons as well as by using the remote control Your TV has two separate antenna inputs on the back labeled ANT A and ANT B that allow you to connect two different signal sources if desired For example you can connect a cable TV system to one input and a home antenna to the other input By changing the ANTENNA A B display in the SETUP menu you can switch back and forth between the two signal sources Listed below are some other common uses of the two antenna inputs e connecting a ca
11. Select the channel number you want to label by pressing the CHAN up or down button or by pressing two number buttons at 4 Press and hold the VOL up or down button until the letter or character you want appears on the screen Pressing VOL up sequences through the Characters in alphabetical order Pressing VOL down sequences the letters in reverse order 5 Then press to move to the next letter frame Pressing moves you back to the previous letter frame _ 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 until the name is complete You can now label another channel if desired by selecting the channel number and repeating steps 4 and 5 7 When finished the display will automatically disappear from the screen in a few seconds Your labels will remain in memory until you erase them They are not affected by power failures Erasing Labels To erase a channel label first follow steps 1 2 and 3 above and then press CLEAR on the remote control Note Autoprogramming new channels into the channel memory does not affect the channel labels that are already entered EES The PARENTAL CTRL and CHAN CTRL functions let you lock any channels you choose so they cannot be viewed by your children Channels that have been locked can be viewed only when the PARENTAL CTRL function is set to OFF This can only be done with the remote control it can not be changed with the buttons on the front of the TV
12. The little picture and the big picture will be the same Note The remote must be in the TV mode when you press the PIP button To put remote in TV mode press the Tv button 4 To get a picture from the other source VCR camcorder etc first turn on the other source and then select TV channel 90 91 or 92 explained at top of next column The picture from the other source will appear in the little picture Picture from TV Picture from VCR 12 e If the other source is connected to the TV s INPUT 1 jacks select TV channel 91 to see the signal If you have programmed the VCR or VCR2 LD button to automatically select channel 91 as described on page 26 press VCR or VCR2 LD e Select channel 92 if the other source is connected to the TV s INPUT 2 jacks If you have programmed the VCRI or VCR2 LD button to automatically select channel 92 as described on page 26 press VCRI or VCR2LD e Select channel 90 if the other source is connected to the TV s S VIDEO connector Remember to also connect the regular video cable to the VIDEO INPUT 1 jack for picture in picture viewing The TV automatically minimizes any annoying differences in tint between the small and large picture by electronically coupling the S VIDEO input to the INPUT J input If you have programmed the VCR or VCR2 LD button to automatically select channel 90 as described on page 26 press VCR or VCR2 LD i Changing Ch
13. by itself T After the ON TIME is set and the ALARM ON OFF function is set to ON the TV will automatically turn on each day at the time you selected and remain on until the OFF TIME is reached If no OFF TIME has been programmed the TV will remain on until you turn it off The ALARM ON OFF function lets you easily deactivate or reactivate the alarm without having to reset the ON TIME and OFF TIME When the alarm time is reached the set will turn on at whatever volume you left it when you last turned it off So if you want the TV to come on loudly at the ON TIME be sure the TV is playing loudly when you turn off the TV for the last time When the ALARM ON OFF function displays SET CLOCK you will need to set the clock time before you will be able to turn on the alarm function Details for setting the clock are on page 4 IMPORTANT NOTE During extended power failures the alarm function will be disabled The alarm ON TIME and OFF TIME wil stay set but the ALARM ON OFF function will be set to OFF and will display SET CLOCK to inform you that the clock must be reset to the correct time Once the clock has been reset you can reactivate the ALARM function by changing the ALARM function to ON Setting the Alarm 1 Repeatedly press MENU PROG to select SETUP MENU and then press or to display setup functions Press MENU PROG to select SET ALARM function and then press or to display the alarm settings
14. switch lets you optimize the sound for the speaker location you choose e If you place the speakers on each side of the TV put switch in EXT position If the left side of the switch is labeled EXT the internal audio from the TV s speakers will be muted e If you place the speakers behind the viewer at the back of the room put switch in INT EXT SURR position This maintains normal volume level of the TV s internal speakers and a surround signal to rear speakers e Details about connecting speakers to the TV are on page 43 IMPORTANT Always place switch in INT EXT SURR position if no external speakers are used or 1f external speakers are ever disconnected SELECT OUT Jacks provide fixed level audio and video output from whatever is displayed on the TV screen see notes below Provide audio and video signals suitable for recording Can be used for several applications such as e VCR editing with two or three VCRs page 36 recording TV programs onto a camcorder page 39 e recording cable TV programs onto a VCR that is not cable ready page 36 e recording audio onto an audio cassette tape recorder page 41 5 Notes e Remember that whatever you want to record must be displayed on the TV screen during recording e Video signals from the S VIDEO connector can not be recorded from the SELECT OUT VIDEO jack To record from an S VHS component connected to the S VIDEO connector you must als
15. Therefore after you tum on PARENTAL CTRL you simply hide the remote control so that your children can not watch the locked channels An optional simplified remote shown on page 45 is also available that your children can use The simplified remote does not allow access to the locked channels The locked out channels will remain unviewable even if the TV is unplugged or the channels are autoprogrammed again The only way to view locked channels is to use the supplied remote control to set the PARENTAL CTRL function to OFF Note Channels above 99 cannot be locked Activating Parental Control with remote only The PARENTAL CTRL and the CHAN CTRL functions work hand in hand The instructions below will first tell you how to turn parental control on or off with the PARENTAL CTRL function and then how to lock desired channels with the CHAN CTRL function 1 Repeatedly press MENU PROG to select SETUP MENU and then press or to display setup functions Repeatedly press MENU PROG to select the PARENTAL CTRL function e When this function is set to ON PARENTAL CTRL is activated and any channels you locked with the CHAN CTRL function will not be viewable e When this function is set to OFF PARENTAL CTRL is deactivated and all channels are viewable 2 To lock channels press the MENU PROG button to select the CHAN CTRL function A PRE a EET Select a channel you want to lock by pressing CHAN up or
16. VIDEO connector select channel 91 on the TV to view whatever the camcorder is playing If the camcorder is connected to the S VIDEO connector and INPUT 1 audio jack select channel 90 on the TV to view whatever the camcorder is playing Back of TV AV IN Jack l io Video Input Cable RR Audio Video In Oe j usually supplied with OO camcorder This connection will let you record onto the camcorder whatever is being displayed on the screen such as a TV program You ll also be able to record signals from a VCR or similar device that is connected to the TV s INPUT J or 2 jacks Note You will not be able to record the picture in picture inset picture or any menus or status displays The TV must remain turned on during recording If you change channels on the TV the channel change will be recorded on the camcorder tape unless you pause the camcorder during recording ad You may also want to use this connection to dub or edit VCR tapes with two or three camcorders or VCRs By connecting one camcorder or VCR to the INPUT J jacks and another camcorder or VCR to the INPUT 2 jacks you ll be able to selectively edit and record whatever is playing on the TV screen onto a third camcorder or VCR connected as shown here to the SELECT OUT jacks If you connect a surveillance system to your monitor you ll be able to record what the camera is displaying on the TV screen by connecting a camcorder or VCR to the
17. available the word Captioned appears on the screen when you change channels or press the TV or DISPLAY button on the remote The word Captioned does not appear to tell you if Captions 2 or either Text mode is available Setting Closed Captioning with or without remote 1 Repeatedly press MENU PROG to select SETUP MENU and then press or to display setup functions CAPTIONING will be highlighted since it is the first function in the setup menu 2 Press the or button to select the type of closed captioning Off Captions 1 Captions 2 Text 1 or Text 2 3 When finished the display will automatically disappear from the screen in a few seconds To make it disappear more quickly press the CLEAR button Turning Captioning Off To turn off the closed captioning feature enter the CAPTIONING function and press the or button until the screen shows Off 4 The screen will begin to display the TV program s audio portion as text if the program has captioning eS o ot A GE x 4 a yl e NS ts CITIZENS WERE PLEASANTLY VAL OF 19 By setting the Sleep Timer you can program your TV to turn itself off after a certain period of time up to four hours This is useful whenever you want to watch TV for an hour or so before going to sleep 20 Setting Sleep Timer with or without remote 1 Repeatedly press MENU PROG to select S
18. be included in the channel memory if there happens to be some sort of noise or stray signal on the channel when the TV is autoprogrammed Signals from other components connected to the INPUT jacks can not be autoprogrammed Channel 91 which accesses INPUT 1 jacks was added to the channel memory at the factory and will remain in the channel memory until you erase it Channel 92 INPUT 2 and Channel 90 S VIDEO connector can be added to channel memory if desired e Only channels 1 99 can be stored in channel memory 24 with or without remote 1 Connect home antenna s or cable TV to your set 2 After you have turned on the TV and adjusted the volume repeatedly press MENU PROG to select SETUP MENU and then press or to display the setup functions Repeatedly press MENU PROG to select the AUTOPROGRAM function with or without remote 1 To erase or add a channel _ repeatedly press MENU PROG to select SETUP MENU and then press or to display the setup functions Repeatedly press MENU PROG to select CHAN MEM function with remote If you have a video device connected to the S VIDEO or INPUT jacks on the back of the TV you can view its signal either by directly selecting channel 90 for S VIDEO connector channel 91 for INPUT 1 jacks or channel 92 for INPUT 2 jacks with the number buttons on the remote or by adding those channels to the channel memory 1
19. 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 Make sure power cord is fully inserted into back of TV Turns off while playing Turns on unexpectedly ALARM ON function may have been activated Check ALARM ON OFF function Must be set to ON Check to make sure CLOCK function is set to the correct time Alarm does not turn off TV at correct time Blank Screen Maybe Channel 90 91 or 92 selected but device connected to those INPUT jacks is not turned on e Try another channel No sound picture okay Maybe sound is muted Try pressing VOL up button to restore sound e Maybe TV s speakers are turned off Check SPEAKERS ON OFF function e Check position of SPEAKER switch on back of TV continued on next page Can t select certain channel Noisy stereo reception e Channel may not be in Channel Memory Try pressing number buttons i Ifusing VCR check to make sure TV VCR switch on VCR is in correct _ position To select cable channels 100 thru 128 press number button 1 until 1 appears Then press other two number buttons CABLE AIR function must be in CABLE mode to select channels higher than 69 gt Channel may be locked out with Parental Control feature e May be a weak station Change STEREO SAP function to MONO setting instead of STEREO e is on Sound okay picture poor
20. cable TV channels that are not scrambled can then be seen wherever the TV is receiving the ANT A signals The cable TV channels that are scrambled can then be seen thru the converter box and then thru the VCR whenever the TV is receiving the ANT B signals Most VCRs will feed the signal thru their antenna jacks even when the VCR is turned off This allows you to watch scrambled channels from the converter box without having to turn on the VCR This connection can be useful because it will let you record a scrambled channel on the VCR at the same time you are watching a non scrambled channel thru the ANT A jack on the TV For picture in picture viewing be sure to also connect the audio and video cables from the VCR to the TV as shown on pages 35 36 The VCR must be turned on and tuned to the output channel of the cable box usually 2 3 or 4 for picture in picture viewing Optional accessories are available from most RCA dealers and electronics supply stores 29 channel as the position of the VCR s CH3 CH4 switch Note If you have a stereo VCR be sure to also connect the AUDIO and VIDEO OUT jacks on the VCR to the AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks on the TV as shown on page 35 These additional audio video connections are required for picture in picture operation and for stereo playback from the VCR To see the signals from the VCR that are going into the INPUT jacks select TV channel 91 if you connected the VCR to the INPUT 1 jacks or
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22. directly to your TV If you have an S VHS camcorder connect the S VIDEO cable to the S VIDEO connector on your TV If you have a standard VHS camcorder connect the video cable to the VIDEO INPUT 1 jack on the back of your TV With either video connection attach the audio cable to the INPUT 1 R MONO audio jack Notes When the adapter s S Video Cable is connected to the S VIDEO connector the video plug does not have to be connected However you may prefer to plug it in anyway to keep it out of the way The S VHS video will automatically override the VIDEO INPUT 1 signal when you select Channel 90 Be sure to connect the video cable however for S VHS or Standard VHS Camcorder This connection allows you to record onto the camcorder whatever 1s currently being displayed on the TV screen S Video Cable sometimes a separate cable that attaches directly to camcorder Usually Supplied with Camcorder lt ideo wrout seiecrour Back of TV O O picture in picture viewing or if you plan to use the SELECT OUT jacks for recording When recording from the SELECT OUT jacks tune to channel 91 to see the signal from the camcorder When displaying picture in picture the TV automatically minimizes any annoying differences in tint between the small and large picture by electronically coupling the S VIDEO input to the VIDEO 1 input Operation l e If the camcorder is connected to the VIDEO INPUT 1 jack instead of the S
23. e If you have an S VHS VCR or camcorder connected you must also connect a cable from the VCR s VIDEO OUT jack to the TV s opening VIDEO IN jack i in addition to the S VHS cable The small picture will not have color if the large picture signal does not have the color burst reference All color signals and some black and white si ignals are sent with color burst information Try changing channels of the large picture AAA ee oe GE GE EG OE N Ie RE OE oe ee i Remote no longer controls cable box VCR or audio equipment Try not to press any buttons on the remote while changing its batteries You may have to reprogram the proper code into the remote 1 i t 49 No closed captioning Tum on the CAPTIONING function TV program does not have closed captioning Turn off the CAPTIONING function z 50 Limited Warranty What your warranty covers e Any defect in material or workmanship For how long after your purchase e One year for labor charges e One year for parts e Two years for picture tube The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental What we will do e Pay any Authorized RCA Television Servicenter the labor charges to repair your television e Pay any Authorized RCA Television Servicenter for the new or at our option rebuilt replacement parts and picture tube required to repair your television How you get service l e Reques
24. monaural or d stereo audio whichever is broadcast Some TV stations that broadcast stereo also broadcast another sound channel called SAP Second Audio Program which is sometimes used to offer the program in another language Your TV lets you know when SAP audio is available by displaying an asterisk 4 on the screen after the stereo indicator like this STEREO If you want to listen to the SAP channel when the asterisk appears change the STEREO SAP function to its SAP setting The SAP setting will only appear in the function when SAP is available Your TV 1 will then reproduce the SAP audio until you change channels or return the 1 STEREO SAP function back to STEREO Note Some TV stations transmit a pilot signal that makes your TV think it s receiving stereo even though the broadcast signal is monaural E The pilot signal will make the stereo indicator STEREO appear on the E screen next to the channel number however you will not be able to hear A a stereo sound If this happens check with the TV station to inquire whether ye the program being broadcast is in true stereo or monaural audio The SRS ON OFF function lets you add greater depth and dimension to stereo broadcasts You can turn this function on and off as desired by pressing or to change the setting between ON and OFF You may 2 prefer to leave this function set to ON Your TV will then automatically El process the stereo signals
25. select channel 92 if you connected the VCR to the INPUT 2 jacks Select TV channel 90 if you have an S VHS VCR connected to the TV s S VIDEO connector The universal remote is preprogrammed to control an satellite receiver If your _cable box has its own remote to change channels you will probably be able to program the TV s remote to control both the TV and the cable box The TV s remote is designed to control several brands of cable boxes To program the remote press and hold the SAT CABLE button then the two digit code number for your brand of cable box Refer to the chart below to find the code number for your cable box Press the POWER button next to confirm operation You may need to try each of the code numbers listed for your brand until you find the one that works After the TV s remote is programmed you ll be able to turn on the cable box by pressing SAT CABLE then POWER You can change channels on the cable box by pressing the CHAN buttons whenever the remote is in the cable mode To put the remote in the cable mode press the SAT CABLE button Press the 7V button to put the remote back into the TV mode so the remote buttons will control the TV again Programming Remote To Control Cable Box with remote only 1 Refer to the chart below to find the code number that corresponds to the brand name of your cable box Keep this number in mind If more than one number is listed you may n
26. single white lines with remote only 1 Turn on the TV and select a channel that 1s active in your area Allow the TV to operate at least ten minutes before converging 2 Repeatedly press the VIDEO button until the CONVERGENCE function is selected 3 Then press the button to display the pattern USE VOL TV TO EXIT 4 When properly converged all three colors in the pattern red blue and green should align to form white lines If you see any red or blue lines in the pattern you can move them to align with the green lines by pressing the VOL up or down button Converging Aligning the Colors Pressing appear 5 Press the button to select the arrow color and direction then press the VOL up or down button to move the lines Press to select arrow colorand direction VOL up or down when these blue isi arrows USE VOL moves the l blue lines TV TO EXIT left or right Pressing VOL up or down when these blue arrows appear moves the blue lines up or down sd 1 EI use voL TV TO EXIT Pressing VOL up or down when these red arrows appear moves the red lines left or right B E ES TV TO EXIT USE VOL Pressing VOL up or down when these red H tad arrows appear a ESA use vo TV TO EXIT moves the red lines up or down Note You can also press the button to return to a previous screen Pressing
27. tapes Preferred Method l AUDIO N f 2 Way Signal Splitter a for Areas with such as RCA AHO47 o Bakay AO Good Reception ae R 9 6 Incoming 2 a LO huso Cable mji i yy N Coaxial Antenna Cables such as RCA AHO65G These optional accessories one AHO47 2 way splitter two AHO65G antenna cables and one AHO77G audio video cable are available as a kit under AVH500 Audio Video Cable Buch as RCA AHO77G ad Shown here is the preferred method of connecting a VCR to Operation your TV This method uses a 2 way signal splitter to run e If the VCR is connected to INPUT 1 jacks as shown select separate signals to the VCR and TV This way you can view channel 91 on the TV to view whatever the VCR is playing ither TV Jot sheet Ak Er be concerned about e If you connect a second audio video device to INPUT 2 select 1e position of the 3 AE channel 92 on the TV to view whatever the second device is Note When connected this way the audio video connections from the playing VCR to the TV are reguired in order for you to watch tapes being played by the VCR and for picture in picture operation Note You can program your TV to automatically select the proper VCR input channel 91 or 92 when you press the VCR J or VCR2 LD button Details are on page 26 Simplified Method mr wa Back of TV OOF Incoming E RE dd DKO ONC Cable a Audio INPUT 1
28. thru 4 with another code number PTT TE di een o Porro rn rr rr rr tro AN eee eae Rae REST ESE HOE R ESSE rr rr rr rr ne Seco eee ree SPR EOOTEaEES OSES EER ESS DR RR RA A EE Mitsubishi seeeee Montgomery Ward sesssssssesectees 06 anarnarrpro recorrer prrorpnecos error rnnorrrecornrorocorrainor nraoneernrrorercororonnanuor crr n o COOSA SE TT ron crrsrcroonro o eee Oem TOHOS HH HHDOSSARET ESO SSE EEE rre rr rr rr rr rr rr O SARA EE DE oo ooonsrrrnararrrrrnonprrcanssr npos roonenordrro nanrrarrin reno meee here DEO He RATES ro REFRESHED ETEE EER EOS Note Some older VCRs do not have an POWER switch on their remote controls and cannot be turned on and off remotely f you have this type of VCR you can test the code number by pressing the CHAN button instead of the POWER button Make sure the VCR is already turned on when you test the code number Operating Notes After the remote is programmed it will turn on the VCR whenever you press VCR or VCR2 LD and then POWER Some VCRs turn on automatically when you press VCR or VCR2 LD e You ll be able to control the VCR whenever the remote is in the VCR mode To put the remote in the VCR mode press the VCR or VCR2 LD button depending on which button you programmed The other VCR buttons such as PLAY PAUSE STOP REW FF and REC will control the VCR when the re
29. were programmed into the channel memory for you at the factory so pressing CHAN up or down stops at these channels only When you start the AutoProgramming feature described below your set automatically scans through all channels and place only the active channels for your area into its channel memory _ e Details about using the remote are on page 8 11 7 Converge Colors if Necessary If you notice colored rings or halos around objects in the picture you may need to converge the colors Over a period of time the picture tubes can drift out of alignment due to normal bumps and vibrations or moving the TV Details for converging the colors are on page 15 8 AutoProgram the TV s channel memory To start the TV autoprogramming itself press the MENU PROG button repeatedly to select SETUP MENU and then press to display the setup functions Repeatedly press MENU PROG again to select the AUTOPROGRAM function and then press Details are on page 24 F Setup Menu DA ee RS We Ri You can also add and erase channels from memory as desired Press MENU PROG repeatedly to select the SETUP MENU then press to display the setup functions Press MENU PROG repeatedly to select highlight the CHAN MEM function Select the desired channel number by pressing the CHAN up or down button or by pressing the two oa a reaps A joe RENA a Then press to add a channel or press to erase a channel Details are o
30. whenever a stereo broadcast is received or Whenever a stereo tape is played through a stereo VCR that is connected to 1 the TV s audio video jacks labeled INPUT Details are on page 17 sen The SRS WIDTH function lets you enhance the perceived audio separation that occurs when the above SRS function is ON Pressing or changes s 1 the setting between NORMAL and ENHANCE Details are on page 17 The SPEAKERS function lets you tum off the TV s internal speakers by lt 2 pressing or to change the setting between ON and OFF You will probably want to leave the TV s speakers turned on unless you connect an Via remote control your TV will remember which amplifier with its own set of speakers to the appropriate jacks on the back A of the TV as described on page 43 function you displayed last even after the menu has disappeared from the screen So if you want to adjust the same function again simply press the or button on the remote control The last function you adjusted will reappear on the TV screen 16 Your TV includes a feature called SRS Sound Retrieval System which brings dimensional realism to both stereo and mono broadcasts When the SRS ON OFF function is set _ to ON and the STEREO SAP function is set to STEREO your TV electronically increases the audio separation of the speakers so you can perceive a more spacious stereo sound effect If a stereo signal is not pr
31. with your TV and remote control you can review the detailed control descriptions and special features covered in this manual You can use the rest of this manual as a reference guide to review detailed information about each operating control and function The alphabetical index in the back will help you quickly locate desired information N Show here is e se coal You can use either the front panel controls or the remote control to operate the TV When using the remote control point it toward the screen LAAS y A A Aa ias 1 POWER Button e Press once to turn on TV e Press again to turn off TV e On some models an indicator on the POWER button will light whenever the TV is turned on 2 VOL Volume Buttons e Press VOL up to increase volume or press VOL down to decrease volume The volume display will automatically appear on the screen when you press the VOL buttons 3 CH Channel Buttons Press CH up to see the next higher channel in memory Press CH down to see the next lower channel in memory e You can add or erase channels in memory as desired Details are on page 24 Er RE ES sE a EE A ed MENU CHY CHA VOLY VOLA POWER FT ERA O SE H NEER RT A MENU Button Press repeatedly until the menu you want to display is selected then press or Next press MENU repeatedly to select the function you want to adjust and then press or t
32. 4 45 46 52 Orc SE Curtis Mathes o oooo 00 07 08 14 1 EE EE EE 5 44 46 53 64 67 o EE EE N ee ed 14 16 ElectrOhOME uses esse esse sesse asses geed Emerson 08 09 10 13 15 20 23 27 ia 34 41 42 47 49 57 62 65 67 68 70 Fisher 02 12 18 19 43 48 58 Final ie see SENSE ees ede pe Nee ee ee ro dke 15 GE Ed es 00 07 08 32 53 Gold star 0sccceresssornecsoseee 09 14 46 60 Hitachi EE EE AOPA 05 15 35 36 Ai ss sessie 02 05 07 08 14 1 RA ee PEE rk SS 1 1 Programming Remote To Control Other Brands of VCRs Refer to the chart below to find the code number that corresponds to the brand name of your VCR Keep this number in mind If more than one number is listed you may need to try each one separately until you find the one that works Press and hold the VCR or VCR2 LD button on remote depending on which button you want to program for that VCR You can program each button to control a different VCR Press two number buttons first one then the other to enter the code number for your brand of VCR Note You must press the two number buttons while holding the VCR or VCR2 LD button Point the remote at the VCR and press the POWER button to test the code number If nothing happens try pressing VCRI or VCR2 LD whichever button you are programming e If the right number was entered the VCR should turn on e If the VCR does not react to the remote repeat steps 1
33. 5 15 23 24 25 30 36 45 46 47 62 65 Sylvania ooomoccocionneronos MAC Dd doen EE Ee GE de ee ee 37 43 Tekkies esse GE MAagNAVOX ee sesse sesse ee ee ee 07 08 19 21 26 28 29 32 33 40 41 ROXSCAN OS INAS ia llar O N TO 09 TOCOM ee Ok A N EG Ee ed de Ee 01 16 38 nike cas ee Ge A AA ee eA ee 16 Universal PAM OS N ee ee ve ve ee Ee aA 03 27 39 61 Viewstar 00000000000 PRINDS rra dl 07 08 19 21 26 28 29 32 33 40 41 Warner Amex POE A Se oe ee ces ee ee ee 18 20 44 Zenith ss ees t 10 11 59 a ra 17 21 49 50 55 ue ER EE RANG AA 3 108 2 4 EE EIER ees 52 60 EEN 07 08 19 21 26 28 29 32 33 40 41 A SEE ica ec 14 42 57 61 Note Refer to the information sheet packed with your remote control for the latest list of brand names and code numbers Because this list is constantly growing the information sheet packed with your remote control may be a later version of this list and contain additional brands and or code numbers 33 Your new TV is designed to receive up to 181 channels in the U S A including 125 non scrambled cable channels see chart below To use this TV on a cable TV system confirm that the cable TV system is properly connected to your TV Since cable systems vary you may wish to consult your local cable T V company for additional information If your cable TV company follows EIA NCTA channel identification standards most of the channels offered by your cable company will
34. Details are on page 8 Caution Always move TV from either end The TV could tip if pushed or pulled from the center of the front or back Position the TV by rolling the right side close to its final location then swinging the left side back to its final location Do not push on the screen 3 Position TV in room A major benefit of a Projection Color Television is its large viewing screen To receive full benefit of the expanded screen size placement of the TV in the viewing room is important The illustrations suggest the best viewing areas relating to the TV s screen You will see the best picture if you sit directly in front of the TV about 10 18 feet from the screen Picture brightness will decrease if you sit to the extreme left or right of the TV Your Projection TV is designed to provide a watchable picture when viewed within the full 160 horizontal viewing area During daylight hours you may also see some reflection on the screen from exterior light sources If so you may wish to use drapes or screens to reduce reflection or consider a different placement of the TV CAUTION Inadequate or poor ventilation may cause overheating damage or the risk of fire hazard This projection TV is equipped with ventilation openings in the cabinet back and bottom to allow heat generated during operation to be released Inadequate air flow to these openings may result in failures due to overheating damage to your TV and
35. EAR Button 11 19 20 22 35 Closed Captioning resettet 19 CLOCK SET Function n e e 4 21 COLOR Adjustment eeuse sesse esse ree 14 Color Convergence e 13 Commercial SKIP susse sesse ere se ER EE 10 Commercial Skip Display 7 Computers AN EE 1 CONTRAST Adjustment esse ese 14 Controls Front Panel sssscerreer 6 Controls Remote oomeonmnnorenrensrnnas gt 8 11 CONVERTER Jack ssesses esse sae sees er sees 33 Custom Picture Memory sesse sesse sesse 14 Decoder BOX sssssessssercensseensenessseees 31 Deleting Channels from Memory 24 DISPLAY Button esse see sesse sesse Ee 7 11 Erasing Channels from Memory 24 Erasing Labels ocmoooorormenernenrececasos 22 EXTERNAL SPEAKERS Terminals 43 FF Fast Forward Button oooo o 37 FREEZE Butt oomoccnccnnencnonrrnnnnnnneneness 11 Front Panel Controls a 6 Function Buttons PEA 9 52 HI FI OUT Jacks 29 41 Home Antenna 30 INPUT BUION ees se vee se Ee EE Re ER ER EE 11 Installing Batteries 8 Interference NE EE Easan 28 Labeling Channels s ssserrsrtre 22 Last Function Memory s 16 18 Locking Out Channels esse seer 23 Memory Channel s s 18 24 26 MENU PROG Button 4 6 11 Mode TV uses ese eke Bee EER SEER EER 10 12 Monitor Panel e sesse sesse Reese Ee errete 29 MONO Position 16 MOVE PI
36. ETUP MENU and then press or to display setup functions Press MENU PROG to select SLEEP TIMER 2 Press the or button to select the length of time up to four hours you want the TV to stay on Each time you press the or button the time will increase 30 minutes up to 4 hours Then the time display will start over ETE 1 30 3 When finished the display will automatically disappear from the screen in a few seconds To make it disappear more quickly press the CLEAR button Clearing Sleep Timer To cancel the sleep timer enter the SLEEP TIMER function and then press the or button until the screen shows 0 00 4 The sleep timer will begin to count down to zero The word SLEEP will appear on the screen whenever you change channels or press the remote s TV or DISPLAY button to let you know the sleep timer is activated The amount of time remaining before the TV shuts itself off will appear in the sleep timer menu whenever you display the SLEEP TIMER function esata die CSUR LETS 8118 10 be m E 5 When the sleep timer counts down to 0 00 the sleep timer display will appear on the screen for a few seconds Then the TV will turn itself off If you want the TV to stay on when this display appears press the button on the remote to add more time to the SLEEP TIMER display By setting the alarm you can program the TV to turn on and or off
37. NU PROG Button and Buttons e Press MENU PROG repeatedly until the menu you want to display is selected then press or Next press MENU PROG repeatedly to select the function you want to adjust and then press or to adjust the setting Details about using each function begin on page 14 Arrow Buttons Pressing the arrow buttons lets you alusi functions in the menu system Picture in Picture Buttons e Press PIP to activate the picture in picture feature e Press PIP again to deactivate the picture in picture feature e Press FREEZE to freeze the small picture e Press MOVE PIP to move the small picture to the next corner Press SWAP to switch the small picture with the er picture e Details are on pages 12 13 SRS Button e Press repeatedly to change settings of SRS function Sound Retrieval System Details are on pages 16 17 SRS Sound Retrieval System and the SRS logo are registered trademarks of SRS Labs Inc 11 After you connect another video source like a VCR to your TV you ll be able to display two different programs on the TV at the same time Two Football Games Surveillance System Starting Picture in Picture PIP 1 Connect another video source such as a VCR or camcorder to INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 on your TV as shown on pages 35 36 2 Turn on the TV and select a channel 3 Press the PIP button on the remote A little picture will appear on the screen
38. P Button 13 MUTE Button eeuse esse see seges se Ee Ee eer Ee 11 NORM UNIFIED Switch a a oooo o 38 OFF TIME Function 21 ON TIME Function 2 see sesse sees er esse 21 On Screen Displays e serr 7 Optional ACCESSOTIES use esse 45 46 47 Order Form Accessories oo o 45 46 PARENTAL CONTROL Display 7 23 PARENTAL CTRL Function 18 23 PAUSE Button esse sesse esse see see see ee ee 37 42 PICTURE RESET Function ere 14 Picture Adjustments areas 14 Picture Memory es es sesse sees Ee ERK REKE Eer 14 Picture in PiCtUre seeccerererererees 12 13 Picture in Picture Buttons 11 12 13 PIP BURON eise sees esse Ee EE EE Regs 11 12 13 PLAY Button Lees sesse see Rees EER EER ER ER 37 POWER Button Ee 610 37 Power Cord ui sesse ese SEER Ee EER EER Ee ees 28 Power Failures sesse sesse se Eer DE WA Power Indicator ereere 6 Precautions Safety Inside Front Cover PREV CH BUION eue see sesse sesse sees sesse 11 Product Registration Inside Front Cover Programming Remote t 33 38 42 REC Record Button uses sesse esse ser 37 Registration Card Inside Front Cover Remote Control sesse ees 8 11 37 Remote Sensor uses ere see sere Ee ER Ee ee 8 EA EE EE 51 REW Rewind Button eeeeee eers 37 Safety Precautions Inside Front Cover SAT CABLE Button 9 33 Scrambled Channels r 31 34 SELECT OUT J
39. SELECT OUT jacks as shown here To see the signal from a device connected to the INPUT 1 jacks select channel 91 Select channel 92 to see the signal from a device connected to the INPUT 2 jacks Note Signals from the S VIDEO connector do not come thru the SELECT OUT jacks To record from an S VHS component remember to also connect its regular video cable to the VIDEO INPUT 1 jack and then tune the TV to channel 91 39 Computers and Other Equipment with Audio Video Outputs Back of TV if the INPUT 1 jacks already have AUDIO another component Y om connected to them OO you can connect HEFI OUT SELECT OUT the computer to the INPUT 2 jacks such as RCA OR TV GAME AHO69G 40 Op LL S y g KNS Q A OAR VIDEONS Y i Audio Video Cables Your TV can also be used as a display device for many video games and home computers If your game or computer has a normal NTSC American Standard VIDEO output it can be connected directly to either the INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 jacks on the TV as shown here If the computer or other device has monaural audio output only one AUDIO OUT jack instead of L and R connect it to the TV s R MONO jack This will enable the TV to reproduce the sound through both the left and right speakers To View Signals From Computer e If you connected the computer to the TV s INPUT 1 jacks select channel 91 on the TV so you can see whatever signal is coming from the compute
40. T MO ET GR x Ee Ds yh tree a Sag Ve DER de aI te tere S h AA A al Be seer ve ds o eg RAME EE Rg CO RD ae a 8 OH 4 a af es wi tg GE boa dee A STE ei A fee al A Pet ENG SY eres ALAS PS ES PE AR SP OM SI A EE od ERROR A ee N tt pele eet A de ARS A ig ES MR PA AS A En A Dis sti tee 3 y EN LRN PR ERA aaa ie ce Fa A Ye Pi g Mail Your Registration Card Today e A Product Registration Card is packed with your set Please fill out the card and return it immediately e Your prompt submission of this card confirms your right to the protection available under the terms and conditions of the warranty and also allows us to contact you should it ever become necessary o e With your card on file we can also help you in the event of loss or theft by verifying your ownership e If you did not receive a Product Registration Card please contact your dealer o Attach Your Sales Receipt Here and File at Home for Future Reference e To obtain warranty parts and service you must show your sales receipt or evidence of purchase to your Authorized TV Servicenter Tape or staple your sales receipt to this manual so you will have it handy should service ever be needed File it at home for future reference Do not mail your sales receipt to us po vd EA NO DES at e SE ga Per ti ER NS ae Ad DERS A r IA E Record Vital Information Here e No other set has the same serial number as you
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43. V program You ll also be able to record signals from another VCR or similar device that is connected to the TV s INPUT I or 2 jacks The TV must remain turned on during recording If you change charmels on the TV the channel change will be recorded on the VCR tape unless you pause th VCR during recording Because your TV is cable compatible this application may be used to record cable TV programs from the TV onto a VCR that is not cable compatible You may also want to use this connection to dub or edit VCR tapes with two or three VCRs By connecting one VCR or camcorder to the INPUT 1 jacks and another VCR or camcorder to the INPUT 2 jacks you 1l be able to selectively edit and record whatever is playing on the TV screen onto a third VCR or camcorder connected as shown here to the SELECT OUT jacks S VHS Super VHS VCR This connection allows you to record TV programs and play back tapes Audio Video Cables such as RCA AHO69G Incoming Cable Back of VCR Shown here is one method of connecting your S VHS VCR to your TV Connect the S VIDEO OUT connector on the back of the VCR to the S VIDEO connector on the back of your TV using an S Video cable Remember to connect the audio cables from the VCR to the INPUT 1 LEFT and R MONO jacks on the back of the TV The S Video cable carries only video Note Remember to also connect the video cable for picture in picture viewing or if you plan
44. acks 29 39 41 TN ese rernerrereeeeteee tet 51 SET CLOCK Display sesse sees sesse 4 21 Setting Sleep TIME reses see es 20 SETUP MENU sesse seersses 4 5 18 20 27 SHARPNESS Adjustment e s 0 14 SKIP BUION eese sesse see Reese EER EE EER EE 10 SLEEP Display ee sesse see sees see ee see sees 7 20 SLEEP TIMER Function 18 20 Sleep Timer Display e resies ses ees eer 20 Sleep Timer Clearing 111 Sound Retrieval System 11 17 SPEAKER Switch esse sesse ser sees ee ees 29 43 Speaker Connections reer 43 SPEAKERS Function esse ses sesseessees 16 43 SRS gt Button ER LE 11 SRS FunCHON ese sesse eners seer eers 16 17 SRS WIDTH FuncHOn e sesse sees 16 17 SRS ON OFF Function 16 17 STEREO Indicator 7 47 STEREO SAP Function sees see ves 16 17 STOP Button cssccersecenereesereesnesees 37 SWAP BUROD see sse sees sees Ee Ee 11 13 Theory Remote Control o ooomoncc 8 Time Display eeee sesse sees EE EER 7 TINT Adjustment uuse sesse se ees ee Eer 14 TREBLE Function sesse sees see sees sees eers 16 Trouble Checks csssserseeerenne 48 50 TV Button esse sesse sesse 3 6 7 10 12 18 TV Mode e sesse see sesse Ee SERE Ee ER EE EER 10 12 VCR 1 CHAN Function 18 26 VCR 2 CHAN Function esse sesse ers 18 26 VCR Channel Setup cssessserereres 26 VCR Connections cssssesesreerees 35 36 VCR Modena user
45. acks to the corresponding input jacks on the stereo amplifier such as AUX TUNER or CD Do not use the PHONO inputs If your amplifier is not stereo mono connect it to the TV s R MONO jack Consult the amplifier s owner s manual for the manufacturer s recommended hookup Operation If desired turn off TV s internal speakers as described on page 11 Adjust the amplifier for normal listening Then control sound with the VOL and MUTE buttons on the TV s remote CASSETTE RECORDER OR AMPLIFIER STEREO If your amplifier is not stereo mono connect it to the TV s R MONO jack Consult the eguipment s owner s manual for the manufacturer s recommended hookup Operation Select a TV channel and turn down the sound on the TV or turn off TV s internal speakers as described on page 16 Adjust sound with controls on the amplifier or cassette recorder If the amplifier or cassette recorder is part of a system that has its own remote use the system s remote to adjust sound 41 The digital remote control that came packed with your TV is also capable of controlling a compatible audio component To program the remote press and hold the AUDIO button and then enter the two digit code number for your brand of audio equipment 42 Programming Remote to Control Audio Equipment 1 Refer to the chart below to find the code number that corresponds to the brand name of your audio equipment I
46. annels PIP To change channels on the picture from the TV press the TV button on the remote and then press either the CHAN up or down button or two number buttons Picture from TV To change channels on the picture coming from the VCR press the VCRI or VCR2 LD button if you ve programmed one of these buttons to control the VCR as described on page 38 and then press either the CHAN up or down button or two number buttons You can also change the VCR s picture by pressing the CHAN buttons on the front of the VCR Picture from VCR Additional Features PIP Whenever the picture in picture feature is activated the small picture can be moved frozen or switched with the main picture as desired Details are on the next page Whenever you have the picture in picture PIP feature activated as described on the previous page you can move freeze or switch the big and little pictures as desired 4 g lt i y COM O10 OO 5 Le LJ LEJ O Sh o 9 1 30 20 Te PIP ON OFF BUTTON SWAP BUTTON O 0 O 30S 9 PIP SWAP 8 Qo Q gt MOVE PIPBUTTON FREEZE BUTTON Press and release MOVE PIP to move the small picture to the next comer o Press SWAP to switch the small picture with the main picture l Press FREEZE to freeze the small picture Press FREEZE again to return to an action picture Pressing the PIP button will cancel PIP and remove the little picture from the screen
47. be identified by channel numbers that are identical to those on your TV For example if your cable TV system has programs on cable channel 20 you can choose this channel by selecting channel 20 on your TV If your cable company offers cable channels 90 91 or 92 you can tune them by selecting the TV channels shown below To tune cable channels 100 through 128 press and hold number button 1 until 1 appears on the screen Then enter the other two numbers Some cable TV companies do not follow the EIA NCTA standards and instead assign their own channel identification For example some use the standard broadcast channel numbers 2 13 for channels 2 13 but identify their other channels with letters If your cable company does not follow the ELA NCTA standards ask them for a cross reference that shows to which channels you should tune your TV to receive their cable TV channels Not all cable TV channels will be active on your particular cable TV system Also some cable companies may require the use of a decoder with their cable TV system Consult your cable company or local dealer for details Scrambled Cable TV Channels Some cable companies offer premium pay channels in which the signal is scrambled Descrambling these signals for normal viewing requires the use of a descrambler device cable box which is generally provided by the cable company How you connect the cable box to your TV depe
48. ble TV system or antenna to one input and a VCR to the other e connecting a cable TV system or antenna to one input and a video game to the other e connecting a double trunk cable system to both inputs e connecting a cable TV converter decoder box that scrambles only premium channels Connection details are on pages 31 32 e connecting a cable TV system to one input and an antenna VHF UHF to the other This allows you to tune in local stations that are not included on your cable system Remember to change the CABLE AIR function as described on page 18 if using your set like this i The Channel Memory is the list of channels your TV will stop on when you press the CHAN up or down buttons Your TV provides two separate Channel Memories one for ANT A input and one for ANT B input This allows you to add or delete channels into each channel memory as desired When you use the AUTOPROGRAM function the TV automatically checks both inputs and sets up a separate channel memory for each Changing Antenna Input with remote 1 Press the ANTENNA button on the remote control to switch from the ANT A input to the ANT B input The color of the channel numbers will change from blue to yellow to let you know you are now watching whatever signal is connected to the ANT B jack on the back of the TV 2 Press the ANTENNA button again to switch back to ANT A The color of the channel numbers will change ba
49. channel the TV will E automatically tune when you press the VCR 2 button on the remote 3 4 The CABLE CHAN function lets you program to which channel the TV will s automatically tune when you press the DSS CABLE button on the remote After you set the clock you will be able to see the on screen time display 4 whenever you change channels or press the DISPLAY or TV button on the remote control To set the clock when this function is selected first press and hold to set the correct hour including AM and PM Then press and f hold to set the correct minutes 18 The CAPTIONING feature lets you display the audio portion of a program as text on the TV screen This is useful to the hearing impaired or anyone who wants to watch a program without the sound There are four types of closed captioning transmissions available Captions 1 Captions 2 Text 1 and Text 2 Captions 1 displays the full translation of the primary language in your area Captions 2 may be used as a second source for secondary languages simplified English or other translations transmitted in your area The Text modes Text J and Text 2 display on screen boxes containing the text of general information not necessarily related to the program being watched Note Closed Captioning is not available on all channels or at all times Only specific programs encoded with Closed Captioning information CC are applicable When Captions is
50. ck to blue to let you know vou are now watching whatever signal source is connected to the ANT A jack without remote 1 Repeatedly press MENU to select SETUP MENU and then press or to display setup functions Repeatedly press Menu to select ANTENNA A B function 2 Press the or button to change the setting The screen display will change from A to B to let you know you are now watching whatever signal 1s connected to the ANT B jack on the back of the TV The color of the channel numbers will change from blue to yellow 3 Press the or button again to switch back to ANT A The screen display will change back to ANTENNA A to let you know you are now watching whatever signal source is connected to the ANT A jack on the back of the TV 25 The VCR 1 CHAN function lets you _ program to which channel the TV will automatically tune when you press the VCR button on the remote This is handy if you connect a VCR to your TV You will no longer have to remember to which input jacks the VCR is connected because the TV will remember for you For example if you connect a VCR s AUDIO VIDEO OUT jacks to the TV s INPUT I jacks as shown on page 35 you will no longer have to remember to select channel 91 on the TV to see what the VCR is playing By entering channel 91 next to the VCR 1 CHAN function the TV will automatically tune to channel 91 each time you press the VCR button on the remot
51. d use Surround effect can often be improved by experimenting with rear speaker placement Surround encoded movies broadcast or tape give the best surround effect but regular stereo and mono programs will also benefit If you do not connect an amplifier or receiver to your TV you can connect external speakers to the TV to enhance the TV s sound The diagram below shows how to connect external speakers to the speaker terminals on the back of the TV 1 Remove the vinyl covering and twist the wire core Connecting Speakers to Back of ar or 2 Press and hold the lever down while inserting the wire core Receiver into the hole Be sure to connect to and to as explained in the note below If you connect an Amplifier or Receiver to your TV connect on the speakers to the Amplifier Receiver instead of the TV 3 Release the lever Sound from the TV will then come through the Amplifier Receiver and the TV s internal speakers You can turn off the TV s internal speakers with the SPEAKERS Notes ON OFF function described on page 16 After releasing the lever pull gently on the wire and The diagram here shows how to connect external speakers to check that it is connected securely to its terminal the speaker terminals on the back of a typical Do not allow the wire core to protrude from its terminal or Amplifier Receiver Check the owner s manual for your contact other wires or terminals If the c
52. down Then press The CHAN CTRL setting will change from NORMAL to LOCKED when that channel is locked To return the channel to NORMAL press the button Sleep Timer 0 00 Set Alarm Chan Label Repeat step 2 for each channel you want to lock If the PARENTAL CTRL function is set to ON while you are locking out channels each channel will go blank as you lock it When the PARENTAL CTRL function is set to ON and a channel which has been locked out is tuned the TV will display the words PARENTAL CONTROL to let your kids know you have locked it Parental Control 23 The channel memory is the list of TV channel numbers your TV will stop on when you press the CHAN up or down button You can program any list of channels into the channel memory The quickest way to program your channel memory is to use the AUTOPROGRAM function If you use the AUTOPROGRAM function your TV will automatically cycle through all channels and place active channels into the channel memory First follow the instructions to autoprogram channels and then add or erase individual channels as desired Notes The AutoProgram feature will place into memory active TV channels that have a valid signal at the time you autoprogram your TV e An active channel may be missed occasionally if its signal is very weak or if the channel happens to be off the air when the TV is autoprogrammed An inactive channel may
53. e This function is especially convenient if you have a compatible VCR that can be operated by the VCR button on the remote Pressing VCRI will then not only turn on the VCR but also automatically tune the TV to the proper channel for viewing the picture from the VCR You can program most brands of remote controllable VCRs to respond to the VCR button as described on page 38 The VCR 2 CHAN function works the same way It lets you program to which channel the TV will automatically tune when you press the VCR2eLD button on the remote You can program most brands of remote controllable VCRs to respond to the VCR2 LD button as described on page 38 Pressing the VCR2 LD button will then not only tum on the VCR but also automatically tune the TV to the proper channel for viewing the picture from the VCR Note Pressing the VCR or VCR2 LD button does not change between ANT A and ANT B antenna inputs Press the ANTENNA button on the remote control to change antenna inputs if necessary 26 Setting Up VCR Channels with or without remote 1 Repeatedly press MENU PROG to select SETUP MENU and then press or to display the setup functions Repeatedly press MENU PROG to select the VCR 1 CHAN function 4 If you have another VCR connected to the TV press MENU PROG to select the VCR 2 CHAN function Cran Mem Stored Antenna A Canie Air Alr VCR1 Chan 91 5 Enter the channel number you want to pro
54. eed to try each one separately until you find the one that works 2 Press and hold the SAT CABLE button on remote 3 Press two number buttons first one then the other to enter the code number for your brand of cable box Note You must press the two number buttons while pressing the DSS CABLE button 4 Point the remote at the cable box and press the POWER button to test the code number e If the right number was entered the cable box should turn on Pressing the CHAN buttons should then also change channels on the cable box e If the cable box does not react to the remote or if the remote turns on the cable box but does not change channels repeat steps 1 thru 4 with another code number Operating Notes e After the remote is programmed it will turn on the cable box whenever you press SAT CABLE and then POWER To turn off the cable box press SAT CABLE then POWER e To change channels on the cable box press SAT CABLE then CHAN up or down You may have to reprogram the remote control if you change its batteries Try not to press any buttons while changing batteries Depending on the age brand model and type of equipment some models may not be able to respond to the remote ODO tapan oe gee O4 05 15 23 24 25 30 36 SDIUCE R adi Ham oos ies EE DE CNI 03 12 13 34 48 Starcom cscesessscsees PAA I ES O ee De ee Ga 37 43 46 Stargate 2000 Jia 04 0
55. emote as described on page 33 Pressing the SAT CABLE button will then not only switch the remote to cable mode but will also automatically tune the TV to the proper channel for viewing the picture from the cable box Setting Up Cable Box Channel with or without remote 1 Repeatedly press MENU PROG to 3 Press the button to program the channel number you selected into select the SETUP MENU and then the CABLE CHAN function memory press or to display the setup functions Repeatedly press MENU PROG to select the CABLE CHAN function Note Pressing the button here will turn off this feature and display CABLE CHAN OFF again Enter the channel number you want to program by pressing two digit buttons on the remote control The channel number you enter is the channel to _ which the TV will tune automatically when you later press the SAT CABLE button on the remote The TV will change to the channel you select _ This will help you to confirm that it is indeed the channel you want the TV to automatically tune Most cable boxes output their signals on either channel 02 03 or 04 27 Compatible Components A wide variety of compatible RCA Video Cassette Recorders VCRs camcorders and audio components are available Check with your RCA dealer for details Other brands of components can also be connected to your TV Refer to the component s owner s manual for the manufacturer
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57. es 4 5 6 11 20 27 ACCESSOTIES users sees sees Ee ER 44 45 46 Adding Channels to Memory 24 ALARM FunCHOR sesse ses se esse seer 18 21 EE EE EE 41 Antenna AdaDEOF esse ses sesse see ee Ee ee eer 30 ANT Button use ese ee see se ees EF ee Rek tettet 11 25 Antenna Connections ee 30 Antenna Function sssessresrereeseeteres 25 AUDIO Button sees se sesse erens RR ER 9 42 AUDIO MENU 2 scesreeeesesterens 5 16 17 AUTOPROGRAM Function 4 18 24 BALANCE Function sesse se se sees ere se sees 16 BASS Function uu ses sese sesse se Ee EER ER Re 16 Batteries Remote s 8 Best PICUDTE see sesse ese ese ese EER R EER RR RE 14 Brand LiStS ssse sees see sees Ee EER 33 38 42 BRIGHTNESS Adjustment 14 Buttons Remote eereeres 10 11 37 Buttons VCR c cessssesereecsesereneenness 37 CABLE CHAN Function 18 27 Cable Box Setup eiser esse Ee se EER EER Ee 33 Cable TV esse esse ese EE EER EER 31 33 34 CABLE AIR Function esse sesse ree 18 26 CABLE ANTENNA Connector 29 30 Camcorder NE EE Ee 39 or SOS 47 Cassette Tape Dek sesse reses ere 41 CHAN CTRL Function eise sesse 18 23 CHAN LABEL Function 1 ss 0 22 CHAN MEM Function o oo 4 18 24 Channel Labeling PI Channel Memory eooccccccnnonrnarnnnass 18 24 26 Channels 90 91 92 7 11 14 24 26 29 34 Channels above 99 sssressseeeees 3 11 Chart Cable Channels 0 32 CL
58. esent you can set the SRS ON OFF function to its SYNTH STEREO setting to synthesize and process the mono signal When the SRS ON OFF function is set to ON you can also change the next menu item called SRS WIDTH between NORMAL or ENHANCED When this function is set to ENHANCED the perceived audio separation will be greater Try both settings and select the one you prefer for your room acoustics Note Some material audio will be more affected than others SRS allows you to hear multiple sound sources Audio frequencies are processed to establish directional cues which gives the impression that sound is coming from all parts of the room External speakers are not required but the addition of high quality external speakers optimizes the sound performance of your TV SRS Sound Retrieval System and the SRS logo are registered trademarks of SRS Labs Inc Turning On SRS 0 1 Repeatedly press the MENU PROG button to select AUDIO MENU press and then repeatedly press _MENU PROG again to select SRS ON OFF function Ast Note You can also change the SRS ON OFF function between ON and OFF without going through the menu by pressing the SRS button on the remote 2 Repeatedly press the button to change the setting between OFF e If the broadcast you are receiving is stereo audio select ON The STEREO SAP function must be set to STEREO before you can hear SRS sound with thi
59. f more than one number is listed you may need to try each one separately to find the one that works 2 Press and hold the AUDIO button on remote depending on which button you want to program 3 Press two number buttons first one then the other to enter the code number for your brand of audio equipment Note You must press the two number buttons while holding the AUDIO button 4 Point the remote at the audio equipment and press the POWER button to test the code number e If the right number was entered the audio equipment will turn on e If the audio equipment does not react to the remote repeat steps 1 thru 4 with another code number Operating Notes After the AUDIO button is programmed the buttons described below will operate the basic functions of the audio equipment Depending on the age brand model and type of audio equipment some models may not be able to respond to all the function buttons listed below You will want to experiment with each button to determine the exact function for your component POWER Press to turn on component Press again to turn off Some components will turn on automatically when you press this button e VOL Press to change volume level CHAN Press to select the next higher or lower channel in the component s channel memory Number Buttons Press two numbers to directly select a channel PLAY Press to start component playing e PAUSE Pre
60. gram by pressing two digit buttons on the remote control This is the channel number to which the TV will tune automatically when you later press the VCR2eLD button on the remote See the notes below if you are unsure about which channel number to enter 2 Enter the channel number you want to program by pressing two digit buttons on the remote control The channel number you enter is the channel to which the TV will tune automatically when you later press the VCR button Input 2 on the remote P 8 04 PM POP PM Inout Chan Mem Stored Antenna A Cable Air Alr Chan Mem Stored eee d nterna g Cable Ai 6 Press the button to program the channel number you selected into the VCR 2 CHAN function memory 3 Press the button to program the channel number you selected into the TV s memory Cran Mem Stored Antenna A Cabdle Air Alr VCR Chan 91 Chan Mem Stored OS Antenna A ER ke Alr Note Pressing the button here will turn off this feature and display Note Pressing the button here will turn VCR 2 CHAN CFF again off this feature and display VCR I CHAN OFF again Notes about Entering Channel Number e Enter channel 91 if VCR is connected to the TV s audio and video INPUT 1 icky Enter channel 92 if VCR is connected to the TV s audio and video INPUT 2 jacks e Enter channel 90 if you have a Super VHS VCR that is connected to the TV s S VIDEO connector and INPUT 1 audi
61. help assure adequate ventilation Take care not to scratch the plastic surfaces If your TV s cabinet has a textured finish do not use furniture polish Because textured finishes are porous using furniture polish will mar their appearance They can be easily cleaned with a damp soft cloth To clean the screen you can wipe it with a damp soft cloth A very diluted mild soap can be used on the screen if it is extremely dirty You can also use a non abrasive glass cleaner like Windex or Glass Plus with a soft cloth Be sure to apply cleaner to a cloth Do not put cleaner directly on the screen Do not use strong cleaners polishes or chemically treated cloths to clean the screen or cabinet Never place drinks or vases with water on top of your TV 47 Troubles sometimes are caused by simple faults that you can If your unit is still in warranty these checks and adjustments easily correct without the help of a service technician by first could save you time and the cost of an unneeded trip to the checking a few basic remedies servicer They also could save you the cost of a diagnosis not Before you call or take your unit to an Authorized RCA TV covered by your warranty Servicenter look below for the type of trouble you are If your unit is out of warranty these checks and adjustments experiencing Then perform the simple checks and adjustments could save you the cost of an unneeded diagnosis If service
62. ike 127 press and hold number button 1 until 1 appears on the screen Then press the other two numbers Note Your TV will tune up to channel 128 Check with your cable company to determine which channels are available in your area INPUT Button e Lets you quickly view signals from the INPUT jacks Pressing this button switches the TV from its current channel directly to channel 90 then channel 91 then channel 92 e Channel 90 lets you see the signals coming from a device that is connected to the S VIDEO connector Channel 91 accesses the INPUT 1 jacks and channel 92 accesses the INPUT 2 jacks ANT ENNA Button e Because your TV has two different antenna inputs on the back labeled ANT A and ANT B you can connect more than one antenna or signal source Press the ANTENNA button to switch from one input to the other e The color of the channel numbers on the s screen indicates which antenna input you are watching The channel numbers are blue for ANT A and yellow for ANT B If the channel numbers are blue you are watching whatever is connected to the ANTENNA A input on the back of your TV If the channel numbers are yellow you are watching whatever is connected to the ANT B input on the back of the TV Details are on page 25 CLEAR Button e Pressing CLEAR clears the screen of all on screen display messages except MUTE and PARENTAL CONTROL RESET Button e Press RESET to return the picture ee to the original settings ME
63. l from the decoder box will come thru the ANT A input whenever the channel numbers are blue Be sure to leave the decoder box set to the scrambled channel and remember to tune your TV to the output channel of the converter box usually 2 3 or 4 31 3 D Follow this diagram if your cable comp any requires a converter decoder box for premium channels and you also want to connect a VCR Coaxial Antenna Cables CABLE ANTENNA ee such as AH037 or AHO65G aa BACK OF TV 2 way Signal Splitter such as AH047 a CONVERTER DECODER BOX R bert h Remember to tune the TV to i sa drie the output channel of the VCR AA ede BACK OF VCR usually 3 or 4 the same usually 2 3 or 4 Most cable companies that require use of a converter decoder box only require the box for scrambled premium channels like HBO or Showtime All the other cable TV channels can usually be viewed without the converter box Therefore by using a signal splitter you can send the incoming cable TV signals directly to the TV and also thru the converter decoder box and VCR as shown above You can easily switch between the signals coming into the ANT A jack and the ANT B jack by pressing the ANTENNA button on the remote control The channel numbers will change color to let you know which antenna signal you are watching When the numbers are blue you are seeing the ANT A signals When the numbers are yellow you are seeing the ANT B signals The
64. le TV Connection iese se sesse sees Ee EE A IE A ES 31 32 Programming Remote to Control a Cable oononioconensonmmsm s 33 e Cable TV Operation oococncoccicnonnoncononicconaoncnnonncnnonos RE AEA 34 Component Connections e Standard VER Es Si Gee ie ER SE DE WA EE 35 36 e S VHS Super VHS VCR eeee sesse se seen ee ee el ge ee ee Ge ee ER Ge AE OR 36 e Remote Buttons That Control RCA VCRS ononnconcaocccnoonnnccnornonannoraonononos 37 e Controlling Other Brands of VCRS ue ees ese esse esse ERA Ee Ee EE EE EE Ee ee 38 e Camcorder n eers APO A EE EE EA 39 e Computers and Other Equipment EER A 40 Audio Amplifier sesse sesse seed Re EE EA RE EER EA EE EE Be EER EE ERGE RR Ee 41 e Programming Remote to Control Audio Equipment sseseers 42 Speaker Connections io 43 Reference Section Optional Accessories and Order Form csccsessssesserecersrerteesnesene 44 46 Cleaning and Care esse sesde KERE Se Bee PERDE EE ae ee N RD T 47 Trouble Checks st Ed ER ee ee OR Ge ee Ee Re 48 50 Limited Warranty sies sesse dese ee pe Se ANNE ede ode ek gek DE N EE Se GE de 51 Index Alphabetical Subject Reference sssscsssesssecsseessseessesssneeeneeenes 52 The steps below will help you get your TV connected and working quickly ll Unpack TV and accessories Shown here are the accessories that came packed with your TV 2 Install batteries in remote control
65. let Usually these outlets will be labeled either switched or unswitched If the outlet is labeled switched that means power to the outlet will be switched off when the component s power button 1s switched off ef the outlet is labeled unswitched that means power will always be available at that outlet even when the component is turned off Depending on the size of your system you may prefer to use an extension cord or a multiple adapter to get enough outlets for all your components 28 The power cords on your RCA components are polarized one blade is wider than the other Be sure the extension cord or multiple adapter is also polarized The plug should fit in the outlet only one way Turning Off Power Before Connecting Components Always turn off power to all components before you connect or disconnect any cables This will protect your components from possible electrical surges that could damage your equipment This is a good practice for all your audio and video components TVs VCRs audio systems computers etc Positioning Cables to Avoid Hum The possibility of picking up hum interference noise in the audio video cables will be reduced if you keep them away from the back of the TV Route the cables to the sides of the TV s back panel instead of straight down the middle All cable plugs should be firmly seated in the jacks where they connect to the equipment If a plug is
66. listed for that trouble should be necessary the warranty explains how to get it MR TV will not tum o Check to make sure TV is plugged in e Check the wall receptacle or extension cord to make sure it is live by plugging in something else i Maybe batteries in remote control are dead Try replacing batteries Maybe remote is not aimed at remote sensor Press POWER button on TV Make sure power cord is fully inserted into back of TV Controls don t work e If using remote control make sure remote is in TV Mode by first pressing i the TV button e Try unplugging set for two minutes and then turning it on again e Make sure power cord is fully inserted into back of TV Maybe something is between the remote and the remote sensor Maybe the remote is not aimed directly at the component TV or VCR you are trying to control e Maybe remote is not in TV Mode Press the TV button so remote will control TV Intermittent or no remote e Maybe batteries in remote are weak or dead Try replacing batteries e Maybe batteries are installed incorrectly Try replacing batteries correctly Remove batteries and hold down one or more buttons for several seconds Re install the batteries and try remote again SLEEP TIMER function may have been activated ALARM OFF function may have been activated e Electronic protection circuit may have been activated
67. mote is in the VCR mode To tum off the VCR press VCR or VCR2 LD then POWER You may need to reprogram the remote when you change the batteries Try not to press any buttons when changing batteries e Depending on the age brand model and type of equipment some models may not be able to respond to the remote PENET 02 05 09 12 18 19 35 43 48 Sharp ccoo crnncnocarnnnncncnanannos 06 24 27 39 45 Shinto co ooooconcnoncnanocconcnnnonass 17 26 31 55 SONY EE 17 26 38 Sylvania tado dota 08 15 29 53 56 Symphonic e ees ses sesse ee ER ER ERK ER REF ER 15 TashiKO iese see sees sees SE RE Ee Ee ER Pe 09 Vil EG 30 TERE EE E ee sd ee dd 15 30 69 Tecnics ies ees EER Re ER EER Re ee Teknika ccccecccosvecossserscsnesens 08 09 15 21 Toshiba cnacoooooomoonnicacicnc os 05 13 19 48 49 Vector Research oomcooroonroo oo 14 16 44 Video Concepts c seercereees 14 16 44 Waarde PA 05 06 07 08 09 12 DR EE 13 15 25 27 31 35 Yamnahia cc ccececeseeeeeeeees 02 14 16 30 46 Zeni GERS SERE RS Ne ED 11 17 26 72 iS the latest list of brand names and code numbers Because this list is constantly growing the f this list and contain additional brands and or code numbers S VHS or Standard VHS Camcorder This connection allows you to play back tapes in the camcorder and watch them on the TV AV OUT Jack Audio Video Out m An S VHS or standard camcorder can be connected
68. mote s TV or DISPLAY button When the channel numbers are blue you are watching the signals from the ANT A antenna input If you change the ANTENNA A B function to B the color of the channel numbers will change to yellow to let you know you are watching the signals from the ANT B input The word STEREO appears next to the channel number if the STEREO SAP function is set to STEREO and the channel you ve tuned is broadcasting stereo An asterisk will appear behind the word stereo STEREO if that stereo channel is also broadcasting SAP Second Audio Program Details about stereo and SAP are on page 16 Channels 90 91 and 92 are used to see the signals coming from other devices like VCRs or camcorders that are connected to the INPUT jacks on the back of the TV e When you select channel 91 the words INPUT 1 appear to let you know you are now watching whatever signal is coming in through the TV s INPUT 1 jacks e When you select channel 92 the words INPUT 2 appear to let you know you are now watching whatever signal is coming in through the TV s INPUT 2 jacks e When you select channel 90 the word S VIDEO appears to let you know you are now watching whatever signal is coming in through the TV s S VIDEO connector Before attempting to operate your remote control install the batteries as shown here The remote control produces an invisible infrared beam that travels in a straight line much as the beam of a flashlight Fo
69. n page 24 9 Set the clock 1 Repeatedly press the MENU PROG button to select the SETUP MENU and then press Press MENU PROG repeatedly again to select the CLOCK SET display a Mima Fy AS 2 Press and hold the button to select the correct hour including AM or PM Press and hold the button to select the correct minute The correct time will now appear on the screen whenever you change channels or press the TV or DISPLAY button Note If power is interrupted for an extended time you will need to reset the clock 10 Review menus 1 To see the video menu repeatedly press MENU PROG button to select VIDEO MENU and then press Repeatedly press MENU PROG to select desired function and then press or to adjust it Details are on page 14 Picture Reset BEING hars rd m 7 ESE de ee N 2 To see the audio menu repeatedly press MENU PROG to select the AUDIO MENU and then press or to adjust it Details begin on page 16 3 To see the setup menu repeatedly press MENU PROG to select SETUP MENU and then press Repeatedly press MENU PROG to select desired function and then press or to edu it Details begin on n page 18 e 5 me se RENEE E N my ER EF STEERS OE gr ES At E AE Ed EERDER ED wes gt e Me vr re tar e EET ne sd A SE AE t Hr MIE 3 Review other features eS g PE A Later after you feel comfortable
70. n picture tubes red green blue for optimum picture detail Press the button to display the pattern and VOL up or down to align the colors See next page for details Adjusting for a Color Picture that Pleases You 1 Decrease color to minimum This will leave a black and white image on the screen 2 Adjust contrast until the picture pleases you 3 Adjust brightness until the black parts of the picture appear black You may need to wait until the picture shows something you re sure is black to make this adjustment Be careful not to lose the details in darkly shaded areas 4 Increase color until you reach a pleasing level of intensity _ 5 Adjust tint until flesh tones or other color objects appear natural 6 Adjust sharpness for a pleasing level of picture sharpness For weak signals the picture may be more pleasing with sharpness decreased Custom Picture Memory for Input Channels The channel numbers you select to see signals from components like a VCR that are connected to the INPUT jacks on the back of the TV are called input channels Selecting channel 90 lets you see the signal coming from whatever component is attached to the S VIDEO connector channel 91 lets you see the signal from the INPUT 1 jacks and channel 92 lets you see the signal from the INPUT 2 jacks Your TV is equipped with a custom picture memory for these input channels When the TV is tuned to one of these channels 90 91 92 you can change
71. nds upon whether or not the cable box can be controlled by remote control The TV s remote can also control most brands of cable boxes so if your cable box is remote controllable you may want to connect it as shown in Diagram B on page 31 Instructions for programming the TV s remote to control the cable box are on page 33 If your cable box cannot be controlled by remote control you will still be able to remotely control unscrambled channels with the connection shown in Diagram C on page 31 Since cable systems vary you may wish to consult your local cable company for additional information The chart below lists the total channel and cable count e VHF Channels 2 13 e UHF Channels 14 69 e Low Midband A 5 thru A 1 Channels 95 99 e Midband Channels 14 22 or A I e Superband Channels 23 36 or J W e Hyperband Channels 37 64 or W 1 to W 28 e Ultraband Channels 65 94 and 100 125 or W 29 to W 84 Total Capability VHF is only counted once in total channel count because you can receive channels 2 13 on both off air and cable channels Therefore the total channel count for off air and cable is 181 channels 68 125 12 181 Channels 95 96 and 97 are not applicable in Canada Therefore the total number of channels for Canada is 178 68 122 12 178 Standard VHS VCR Not S VHS These connections allow you to record TV programs and play back
72. not connected firmly audio hum or smeared video may result If your antenna cable is flat twin lead cable try to keep it away from the audio video cables as much as possible Excess flat twin lead cable should be cut off instead of coiled behind the TV Round coaxial antenna cable is usually shielded and can be coiled or placed next to audio video cables without causing interference Positioning Speakers to Avoid Interference Placing external speakers with unshielded magnets too close to the TV may result in the speaker magnets affecting the quality of the picture Such speakers should be located at least eight inches away If unshielded speakers are too close to the TV colored streaks will appear along the sides of the picture If this happens turn off the TV for several minutes while moving the speakers farther away Then turn the TV back on CAUTION TO AVOID DAMAGE 1 DO NOT CONNECT SPEAKER OUTPUT TO A SEPARATE AMPLIFIER OR TO SPEAKERS CONNECTED TO ANOTHER PRODUCT 2 DO NOT CONNECT LEFT AND RIGHT SPEAKER OUTPUTS TOGETHER 1 EXTERNAL SPEAKERS Terminals permit direct connection of auxiliary speakers Connection details are on page 41 2 CABLE ANTENNA Connectors used when attaching either a home antenna or a cable TV system to your TV Connection details are on pages 30 32 G SPEAKER Switch when you connect additional speakers to the EXTERNAL SPEAKERS terminals on the TV this
73. ns will then allow you to scan only active channels The CHAN MEM function allows you to erase and add channels to channel memory as desired Because your TV has two separate antenna inputs on the back labeled ANT A and ANT B you can connect two different signal sources if desired By pressing to change the ANTENNA function you can switch back and forth between the two signal sources Each time you press the antenna input will change The CABLE AIR function tells your TV whether you have a cable TV system or a home antenna connected to the TV Your TV is so automatic that you 4 will probably never need to change this function When your TV ay autoprograms it automatically adjusts the CABLE AIR setting for you If lt you should ever need to override the automatic setting press or to The setup menu will automatically disappear change it from the screen if you do not press or Within a fewseconds xk The VCR 1 CHAN function lets you program to which channel the TV will automatically tune when you press the VCR 7 button on the remote Via remote control your TV will remember which function you displayed last even after the menu has disappeared from the screen So if you want to adjust the same function again simply press the or button on the remote control The last function you adjusted will appear on the TV screen pl E The VCR 2 CHAN function lets you program to which
74. o adjust the setting e Details about using each function begin on page 14 6 and Buttons Use these buttons after you have pressed the MEN U button to enter or adjust functions 2 Sleep Timer 3 Parental Control 1 Time Display This display appears after the clock is set whenever you change channels or press the remote s TV or DISPLAY button 2 Sleep Timer SLEEP This display appears when the SLEEP TIMER function has been activated Details are on page 20 3 PARENTAL CONTROL This display appears to let you know the channel you have tuned is locked out and not viewable because the PARENTAL CONTROL function is activated Details are on page 23 4 MUTE This display appears when the TV s sound is muted It is not displayed when closed captioning is turned on Details are on page 11 5 Commercial Skip This display is a count down timer that appears whenever the commercial skip function is activated Details are on page 10 i 6 Captioning This display appears if CAPTIONS 1 is turned on and the TV program uses closed captioning Details are on page 19 Input 1 91 Input2 92 90 Channel blue for ANT A and yellow for ANT B Channel Label Captioning 5 Commercial Skip Channel Label This display appears when you label a channel Details are on page 22 3 Channel Om display shows the TV s channel number whenever you change channels or press the re
75. o connect the video cable to the VIDEO INPUT 1 jack and then select channel 91 on the TV screen On screen displays such as menus and status displays can not be recorded from this jack e Special features such as picture in picture can not be recorded from this jack 5B INP UT2J acks provide for direct connection of video devices like VCRs or compatible home computers and TV games with video audio outputs 7 To see the signals from a device that is connected to the INPUT 2 jacks tune your TV to channel 92 INPUT I Jacks provide for direct connection of video devices like VCRs or compatible home computers and TV games with video audio outputs To see the signals from a device that 1s connected to the INPUT 1 jacks tune your TV to channel 91 7 S VIDEO Connector provides for direct S VHS video connection from S VHS VCR or camcorder Remember to also connect the S VHS VCRs or camcorder s audio jack s to the TV s INPUT 1 LEFT and or R MONO audio jacks This is necessary because S Video cables only carry the super video picture not the audio signal Connection details are on pages 36 and 39 Signals from S VHS devices connected to the TV s S VIDEO connector and INPUT I audio jack s can be viewed by pressing the TV button followed by 9 then 0 on the remote control or by scanning to TV channel 90 _ if you have added 90 to channel memory as described on page 24 o Note If you want to us
76. o jacks labeled L and R MONO Enter channel 03 or 04 if you did not use any audio video cables and connected the VCR to the TV s round antenna jack labeled ANT A or ANT B Enter the same channel number 03 or 04 as the position of the VCR s CH3 CH4 switch This is the channel to which you must tune your TV for viewing signals from your VCR Refer to pages 35 36 if you want to review details about connecting your VCR to your TV The CABLE CHAN function lets you program to which channel the TV will automatically tune when you press the SAT CABLE button on the remote This is handy if you want to connect a satellite receiver or other satellite receiver or if your cable company requires you to connect a cable box to your TV You will no longer have to remember the output channel of the RCA DSS receiver or cable box because the TV will remember for you For example if you connect a cable box to the TV s CABLE ANTENNA connector as shown on page 31 you will no longer have to remember to select channel 2 3 or 4 on the TV to see what s coming from the cable box By entering the cable box s output channel usually 02 03 or 04 next to the CABLE CHAN function the TV will automatically tune to that channel each time you press the SAT CABLE button on the remote This function is especially convenient if you have a remote controllable cable box that can be operated by the SAT CABLE button on the r
77. ores of two wires Amplifier Receiver if its speaker terminals look dier than touch each other damage to components could result those shown Back of 1st Set of Speakers Right Speaker BETERNAL Pa ese to AY Terminais a SPEAKERS The speaker switch on the back of the TV allows you to use the external speakers two ways To enhance the sound from the TV place the speakers in the front of the viewing area usually beside the TV and slide the speaker switch to EXT This provides full power to the external speakers for a fuller sound The internal audio Notes from the TV s speakers will be turned off After connecting speaker wire pull it gently and check that it is connected securely to its terminals Do not allow the wire core to protrude from its terminal or contact other wires or terminal If the cores of two wires touch each other damage to components could result SPEAKER er E Vs To obtain a surround sound effect place the external speakers in the rear of the viewing area and slide the speaker switch to INT EXT SURR This provides full power to the TV s internal speakers for the front sound and a surround signal to the rear speakers Compatible Components A wide variety of compatible Video Cassette Recorders VCRs camcorders and audio components are available Check with your dealer for details Other components can also be connected to your TV Refer to the component
78. r e If you connected the computer to the TV s INPUT 2 jacks select channel 92 on the TV so you can see whatever signal is coming from the computer as at Amplifier or Cassette Tape Deck Audio Amplifier Audio Video Cables such as RCA AHO69G ad If your stereo amplifter is not part of a system that has its own remote connect it to the TV as shown here Note If the stereo amplifier is part of a system that has its own remote you may choose to connect it to the TV as shown below using the SELECT OUT jacks With the connection shown here you ll be able to change and mute volume with the TV s remote control You ll also be able to remotely contro bass and treble functions Audio Cassette Recorder or Amplifier Back of TV If your stereo amplifier is part of a system that has its own remote control connect it to the SELECT OUT jacks as shown here The fixed level audio signal present at these jacks is also ideal for connecting an audio cassette recorder to record audio from the TV This constant audio signal is not affected by pressing the VOL buttons on the TV s front panel or the TV remote control Connection Connect SELECT OUT L and R to the corresponding input jacks on the stereo amplifier or audio cassette recorder STEREO AMPLIFIER Audio Video Cables such as RCA AHO69G Back of TV Connection Connect the L and R HI FI OUT j
79. r TV Ends push on for a quick connection Gold Tipped Cables AH065G 6 ft AH066G 10 ft Audio Video Cables Audio Video Cable Os Gold Tipped Cables AH069G 3 ft AH070G 5 ft Shielded cable for connecting AUDIO and VIDEO jacks Has an RCA type phono plug on each end Stereo Audio Cable Double gold tipped cable generally used for connecting stereo audio components Gold Tipped Cable AH072G 3 ft Stereo VCR Dubbing Cable Triple cable that lets you connect the VIDEO and AUDIO jacks of stereo components i Gold Tipped Cable AHO077G 6 ft Monaural VCR Dubbing Cable Double cable that lets you connect the VIDEO and AUDIO jacks of two VHS VCR s to duplicate tapes Can also be used to connect a VCR to your TV Cable is color coded and shielded Has RCA type phono plugs on each end Gold Tipped Cable AHO075G 6 ft S Video Cable Has multipin S connector on each end for connecting S VHS components to your TV pea N When connecting an S VHS component to the S VIDEO jack on your TV remember to VAA020 8 16 also connect the left and right audio cables to the INPUT 1 jacks because the S Video cable carries only the picture not the sound Remote Control 233063 This is the remote that came packed with your TV You can use the order form to order it direct by mail 1f desired Simple Touch Remote Control 206800 This is an optional remote that can be used to turn yo
80. r this reason when operating the remote control you must point it directly at the front of the TV without objects between that can block the infrared light beam Your remote control is designed to be very rugged and will withstand a considerable drop If it receives an extreme blow the case is designed to slightly separate at the seam rather than fracture If this happens simply squeeze the case where it separated until it snaps back together The operation of the _ remote will probably not be affected 1 Turn the remote control face down 2 Press down on the ridged area of the battery cover and slide it off 3 Install four AAA batteries in the battery compartment as shown Make sure you insert the negative end of each battery first 4 Replace the cover and turn remote over face up Notes e Never place anything heavy on top of the remote control or lay it upside down This may accidentally depress the buttons for a long time and discharge the batteries e Replace the batteries when the TV fails to respond to the remote control e If you programmed your remote to control other components you may have to reprogram the code numbers when you change the batteries Try not to press any buttons while changing batteries Basic Operation Theory Step 1 First press one of these five component buttons to tell remote which component you want to control You can program most of the
81. rd PLAY Button Press to start tape playing FF Fast Forward Button e Press while VCR is stopped to fast forward tape e Press while VCR is playing to search forward REC Record Button Press to record STOP Button Press to stop whatever VCR is doing Playing Recording Rewinding or Fast Forwarding PAUSE Button Press to pause play or record mode e Press again to release pause DISPLAY Button Press to bring VCR s displays to TV screen CHAN Channel Buttons Press to select the next higher or lower channel in VCR channel Memory Number Buttons e Press two numbers to select channel e Press a 0 before a single digit channel number CLEAR Button Used when setting the VCR s clock and timer MENU PROG Button Used when setting the clock and programming the timer ANTENNA Button Same as VCR or TV VCR button on front of VCR 37 The digital remote contro that came packed with your TV controls your TV and up to two compatible VCRs including most models of most other brands To program the remote press and hold VCRI or VCR2 LD and the two digit code number for your brand of VCR Note About Controlling Two VCRs This remote can control two VCRs independently as long as each VCR operates on a different remote transmitting code Some newer VCRs are capable of working on either of two remote codes These VCRs have either a switch labeled VCR1 VCR2 or an on screen display
82. ress SKIP twice if you want the TV to count down 60 seconds Each additional press will add another 30 seconds to the countdown time up to five minutes and then each additional press will add another 60 seconds to the countdown time up to 60 minutes To cancel press CLEAR The countdown clock will disappear from the screen and the TV will stay tuned to the present channel MUTE Button Press MUTE to quickly reduce sound to minimum level without affecting the picture This is especially useful during ia calls or other interruptions When the sound is muted the word MUTE will be displayed on the screen l To restore sound press MUTE again or press VOL up PREV CH Previous Channel Button Pressing the PREV CH button causes the TV to change back to the last tuned channel This i is useful should you want to monitor two channels e To operate select the first channel you wish to watch Then select the other channel by pressing two number buttons for example press 0 then 6 for channel 6 The TV will now change back and forth between the two channels each time you press the PREV CH button Number Buttons 0 9 e These buttons let you directly access any channe number even if the channel is not in the channel memory e To select a channel press two number buttons first one then the other For example press 0 then 6 for channel 6 Press 1 then 3 for channel 13 e To select a 3 digit cable channel l
83. rol Most brands of remote controllable boxes can be controlled by the remote that came packed with your TV Details for programming your TV s remote to also control the converter decoder box are on page 33 See i D if you want to connect a VCR CONVERTER DECODER BOX CABLE ANTENNA BACK OF TV Remember to tune your TV to the output channel of the converter box usually 2 3 or 4 when selecting channels via the converter box C Follow this diagram if your cable company requires a converter decoder box that cannot be controlled by remote control Scrambled Cable TV Channels Some cable TV decoders require that you manually switch from regular to scrambled channels on the decoder whenever you wish to view the premium pay channels By connecting the decoder to the ANT A input and CONVERTER output on the TV as shown here you can switch between the scrambled and unscrambled channels using the remote control To change the incoming signal from ANT A to ANT B simply press the ANTENNA button on the remote Each time you press the ANTENNA button the channel numbers will change color on the screen to show which antenna signal you are watching Optional accessories are available from most RCA dealers and electronics supply stores Converter Decoder Incoming Cable Coaxial Antenna Cables Nonscrambled cable channels will come thru the ANT B input whenever the channel numbers are yellow The scrambled channe
84. rs You will find the serial number and the model number on the back of your set e Make sure you record both numbers below so that you will have them in case your set is stolen or if you need a complete description for identification Model Serial Purchase Date Dealer Name Address Phone Thank you for choosing RCA Congratulations on your purchase of an RCA TV You have selected a high quality precision engineered instrument designed to give you years of enjoyment About This Manual To take full advantage of all the features and benefits of this unique TV be sure to read this owner s manual carefully and then keep it for future reference Table of Contents Safety Precauti0nS e esse ese ese see Ee EE GEE ER Ee Ee Inside Front Cover Product Registration ees ees sees Ee Re Inside Front Cover First Time OperatioN ooooonooconcconnrannononaronononnnconocnecanoso ere 2 5 Operating Instructions Front Panel Controls caida direc pi 6 TV On Screen Status Displays sesse ese see ee ER EE EA ER ER Ee Ee Re EE Pe Ee ERK Ee 7 Remote Control l e Installing Batteries esse sees sees ee ee ee ER RE KEER ER EE Ee Ee KA Be RA EER ER EA EA ER EER EE 8 Basic Operation TRhEOTY ue sesse sees se ee ER ERA ER ER ER EE BEE BE Ee SE BEE EA He SE EE ER EE EE ees 9 TV EaneHONS ses ee N Ee ee ee oe Ee gie EE 10 11 Picture in Picture scccecscssnesssncrsrssenesascesovacsec
85. s MENU PROG to select the next function called CHANNEL This function lets you program which channel the TV will tune when it turns on at the ON TIME Press CHAN up or down to select the channel and then press or to enter it into the CHANNEL function channel that you select This will help you to confirm that it is indeed the channel you want the TV to turn on to 21 The labeling feature lets you program names or labels for the channel numbers The name you program will then appear on the screen below the channel number whenever the channel number is displayed Each name can contain up to four characters and you ll be able to assign up to 64 names After 64 names or labels have been entered the TV will display this message to let you know no more channels can be labeled CHAN LABEL FULL Listed below are the letters and characters from which you 1 be able to choose when programming the channel labels ABCDEFGHIJKLM NOPQRSTUVWXYZ blank space 8 0123456789 lt gt You must use your remote control to create or erase labels 22 Labeling Channels with remote only 1 Repeatedly press MENU PROG to select SETUP MENU and then press or to display setup functions Repeatedly press MENU PROG to select CHAN LABEL function 2 Press to enter the CHAN LABEL function Four blank letter frames will appear under the channel number 3
86. s esse Ese Ee SERE ER SERE 37 VCR1 Button esse ees esse se ER EER ee 9 26 37 VCR2 LD Button ooocorronnrnanoonoos 9 26 37 VIDEO MENU cooooconnoncrnnoorocnrnnnnnnnnnos 5 14 Video Game Caution o cmcnnernmrerenennecases 1 Video Input Channels 23 30 35 36 37 VOL Volume Buttons A S L Ee AE ore erenareenets ees Warranty Registration Card use esee sesse Inside Front Cover 4 s A THOMSON CONSUMER ELECTRONICS Below are a few examples of Thomson s achievements in our THE EARTH Thomson reclaims millions of pounds of hazardous waste annually diverting it from landfills 7 Thomson treats millions of pounds of waste water sludge annually and renders it non hazardous Thomson recycles over 50 million pounds of non hazardous material annually that otherwise would have been treated as trash an overall recovery rate of 50 Thomson globally recycles millions of pounds of broken television picture tube glass annually through both internal and external reclaim processes Thomson has also increased its usage of recycled materials for pack Mexico our television plants use recycled content in our television ca on cartons and instruction booklets are soy Please do not send any products to the India service for your product CREATING A GREENER FUTURE At Fhomson Consumer Electronics we are dedicated to the preservation of our natural heritage and to a healthy and safe way of life for current and future g
87. s recommended hookup instructions Stacking Arrangements If you are connecting several components and plan to use a component rack follow these general rules when arranging your components l elf the components are arranged horizontally allow at least an inch or two of space between them so air can circulate freely This will also provide some space between the audio devices to minimize interference elf components are arranged vertically on shelves place the Stereo Amplifier at the top so that heated air rising from it will not pass around the other components e Do not block the ventilation holes in the components If components are placed on rugs or deep pile mats the ventilation holes in the bottoms may be blocked and overheating could result e Some VCRs may cause interference in TVs When placing a VCR under your TV try to keep at least 18 inches between the bottom of the TV and the top of the VCR If interference is present when the VCR is used on top of the TY or at the 18 inch distance below the set move the VCR beside the TV If moving the VCR does not solve the interference problem try plugging the VCR into a different wall socket Plugging in Power Cords Do not plug any power cord into a wall outlet until you are finished making connections Many components have convenience outlets on their back panels so you can plug power cords from other components into a convenience outlet instead of a wall out
88. s setting e If the broadcast you are receiving is mono audio select SYNTH STEREO e If you do not want SRS select OFF 3 Press MENU PROG button to select next menu item called SRS WIDTH Pressing or will change the setting between NORMAL and ENHANCED Try both settings and select the one you prefer ISRS Width Enhanced Note After turning SRS or synthetic stereo on you may find it desirable to readjust the VOLUME BASS and TREBLE controls to optimize the sound The SRS effect tonal balance and volume level will vary from channel to channel depending on the production qualities of the program material 17 E K bk ry res tet 4 The CAPTIONING feature lets you display as text on the screen the audio 1 Repeatedly press MENU PROG to select SETUP portion of certain programs encoded with the Closed Captioning CC MENU and then press or to display the setup information Two types of closed captioning are available Captions 1 and menu Captions 2 Select Captions 1 for full translation of the primary language in your area Captions 2 is used for an alternate service such as secondary language translation or simplified English Two Text modes are also supported By setting the SLEEP TIMER you can program your TV to turn itself off l after a certain period of time This is useful whenever you want to watch TV for an hour or so before going to sleep Press the or but
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90. se buttons to control most brands of equipment Step 2 Then press POWER button to turn on that component Note The TV and some other components will automatically tum on when you press the component button in step 1 Press this button to turn the component off Step 3 ee These function buttons can now be used to control the basic functions of the component you selected in step 1 To control a different component first press its component button VCRI VCR2 LD SAT CABLE AUDIO or TV and then press the desired function button Note Not all components have functions that can be controlled by these buttons but you can experiment with your particular models to discover exactly which buttons will control it The TV button automatically controls your TV no additional programming is required Details for programming the VCR and VCR2 LD buttons to control other brands of VCRs are on page 38 Details for programming the AUDIO button to control audio equipment are on page 42 Details for programming the SAT CABLE button to control cable boxes or an RCA satellite receiver are on page 33 Only the buttons that are used to control the TV are described here The rest of the buttons are used to operate VCRs pages 37 38 a satellite receiver or cable TV boxes page 33 and audio equipment page 42 Es LD 2 rd STOP PAUSE Le La LEI O CHAN SKIP ES O ANTENNA O RESET so MOVE PIP
91. ss to pause play or record To release pause press agam e STOP Press to stop whatever the component is doing playing recording rewinding etc REW Rewind Press while component is stopped to rewind tape e FF Fast Forward Press while component is stopped to fast forward tape REC Record Press to start recording ANTENNA Performs various functions depending on the type of equipment Experiment with this button Note Refer to the information sheet packed with your remote control for the latest list of brand names and code numbers Because this list of brand names is continually growing the information sheet packed with your remote control may be a later version of this list and contain additional brands and or code numbers AAK Caution Do not connect external speakers to more than one audio source at a time You can connect a set of speakers to either the TV or the Amplifier but not to both at the same time If you connect the same speakers to both the TV and the amplifier you will damage your equipment Connecting Speakers to Back of TV Helpful Hints If you connect an amplifier or receiver to your TV connect the External speakers placed next to the TV will sound better the higher quality they are lifier receiver inst f the TV speakers to the amplifier receiver instead of the Very efficient small bookshelf or compact speakers will give good results for surround soun
92. t home service from any Authorized RCA Television Servicenter To identify your nearest Authorized RCA Television Servicenter ask your Dealer look in the Yellow Pages or call 1 800 336 1900 e Show the service technician your evidence of purchase date What your warranty does not cover e Customer instruction Your Owner s Manual clearly describes how to install adjust and operate your television Any additional information should be obtained from your Dealer e Installation and related adjustments e Signal reception problems not caused by your television e Damage from misuse or neglect e Remote control batteries e A television that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes A television purchased or serviced outside the USA e Acts of God such as but not limited to lightning damage Product Registration e Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your set It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage How state law relates to this warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state If you purchased your television in outside the United States This warranty does not apply See your dealer for warranty information 51 Ye and Buttons uses sees se
93. t twin lead cable for UHF channels 14 69 connect them to your set like this A Incoming F Cables od From and Home Antenna s VHF Is Push on Antenna Mixer such as RCA 1 97551 OR D If the antenna wires coming from your home antenna s are two 300 ohm flat twin lead cables as shown here connect them to your set like this CABLE ANTENNA Incoming UHF N Eli A Se WA ELE Dd BACK Cables Ie Dad OF TV From gt and E name 6 EEN AA aar ANT B A anA ai tennis VHF Lee Antenna Mixer D l such as RCA 193984 Note Be sure to connect the UHF antenna cable to the UHF screws on the Antenna CONVERTER Mixer and the VHF antenna cable to the screws marked VHF Optional accessories are available from most dealers or electronics supply stores 30 Follow one of these steps to connect a cable TV system to your TV isad of a home antenna Since cable TV systems vary you may wish to consult your local cable TV company for additional information You can connect the cable TV system to either ANT A or ANT B as explained on page 25 ee ha EN a OR N A EES A Follow this diagram if your cable company does not require a converter decoder box no scrambled channels Incoming __ l Cable CABLE ANTENNA ANT A ere D BACK ANT B D D CONVERTER B Follow this diagram if your cable company requires a converter decoder box that can ibe controlled by remote cont
94. the picture settings for that component s signal as desired without changing the settings of any other channel This is very useful because you ll be able to adjust for the best picture from each of your components and the TV will remember those settings automatically the next time you tune that input channel Your projection TV has three color projection tubes one for red one for green and one for blue When mixed together in the proper proportion the output of these three color tubes can produce many colors To produce these colors however the beams must be precisely aligned over each other so that the colors can be mixed The process of aligning these picture beams is called setting the convergence Over a period of time the picture tubes can drift out of alignment due to normal bumps and vibrations or moving the TV If you move your TV or if after a time you notice colored rings or halos around objects in the picture you may want to converge align the colors To simplify convergence an on screen menu is provided that allows you to display a test pattern of four lines on the screen Properly converged the lines appear white which is actually a combination of the outputs of the three color tubes The position of the green lines is stationary The positions of the red and blue lines are adjustable When properly adjusted the red and blue lines should lie directly over the green lines to produce
95. the risk of fire hazard When locating and installing your projection television receiver read and carefully follow the instructions contained in the Installation section in the enclosed safety pamphlet Remote Remote Control Power Cord aro ro sr o ee RADE AL wenree maa sew ew eee sewe ma ar rr roo os niie ne Fi oo Side View Center of Screen Top View 4 Connect antenna or cable TV system Most antenna or cable TV systems can be connected as show here e Details for connecting a home antenna to your TV are on page 30 e Details for connecting a cable TV system to your TV are on pages 31 e Details for connecting a VCR to your TV are on pages 35 36 5 Attach power cord First attach the flat end of the power cord completely into the connector on the back of your TV and then plug the other end into a wall outlet 6 Turn on TV adjust the volume and select a channel e Press the TV button on the remote to turn on the TV When using the remote remember to point it at the front of the TV Press the VOL up or down button to adjust the volume to a desired level e Press the CHAN up or down bution to select a channel in memory You can also press two number buttons to select a channel To select a 3 digit cable channel up to channel 128 press and hold number button 1 until 1 appears on the screen Then press the other two numbers Channels 2 13
96. tional accessories are available from most RCA dealers and electronics supply stores The digital remote control that came packed with your TV controls your TV and up to two compatible RCA VCRs To control a compatible RCA VCR first press the VCR or VCR2 LD button to put the remote in the VCR mode The buttons shown below will then control the VCR Selected models of RCA VCRs have a switch that lets you determine which VCR will be controlled a the VCR button ER VCR1 SATECABLE n OO VCR2eLD AUDIO pow REW PLAY ds REC STOP PAUSE os O O O Notes The six VCR buttons grouped together PLAY PAUSE STOP REW FF and REC control the VCR even if the remote is in the TV Mode The ANTENNA MENU PROG CLEAR and DISPLAY buttons are for RCA VCRs only and which VCR by the VCR2 LD button Other models have an on screen menu that lets you determine if it will be controlled by VCR or VCR2 LD Additional information about controlling two RCA VCRs is in the note on the next page _ If you have another brand of VCR you can probably also program your remote to control it Details are on the next page VCRI and VCR2eLD Buttons e Press to turn on VCR and put remote in VCR Mode e Press the TV button to put remote back into TV Mode POWER Button Press to turn off VCR REW Rewind Button e Press while VCR is stopped to rewind tape Press while VCR is playing to search backwa
97. titled REMOTE VCRI VCR2 You can then set your new VCR to respond to the remote s VCR2 LD button and your older VCR to respond to the VCRI button Some older VCRs have a NORM UNIFIED switch that can also respond to either the VCR or VCR2 LD button on the remote Place this switch in the UNIFIED position for the VCR to respond to the VCR button or in the NORM position for the VCR2 LD button In the NORM position you must program the VCR2eLD button to respond to code number 05 If neither of your VCRs have switchable code capabilities you still may be able to use the VCRI VCR2 feature to control two VORS of the same brand since many older Note Refer to the information sheet packed with your remote control for information sheet packed with your remote control may be a later version O 38 VORS use remote codes that are different than newer VCRs You may want to experiment to see what works with your particular VCRs d ER EE EL N EA RE EER EIE REPS vn fe E w pes CAREERS Fr gt ss is En oF VURE EN Hee Bi 7 y r3 d E s e a s tars Ne a A PEA DAI AA E RA ow 5 AiW2 cccccsnacsceccevsccssccssssccccnsnensssecsorees A Ee Audio Dynamics seccssesreenees 14 16 BroksoniC ooooomccnnncnnnccnecennonnononccncanas Candle ooo 07 09 13 44 45 46 52 Canon EA EDS EE 08 53 Capehart scccccscsssensesersseresnsnseceesss 01 Citizen eee 07 09 13 4
98. to use the SELECT OUT jacks for 36 Back of VCR TOES Back of TV HI Fi OUT SELECT 2 y Audio Ditto Pur 1 t ow INPUT Audio Video Cables such as RCA AHO69G i i S VIDEO To see the signal from a device connected to the INPUT 1 jacks select channel 91 Select channel 92 to see the signal from a device connected to the INPUT 2 jacks Notes Signals from the S VIDEO connector do not come thru the SELECT OUT jacks To record from an S Video component remember to also connect the regular video cable to the VIDEO INPUT 1 jack and then tune to channel 91 j You will not be able to record the picture in picture inset picture or any of the menus or status displays S Video Cable such as RCA 186008 A Back of TV HI FI OUT SELECT af TKO banc EE EE INPUT 1 CABLE ANTE vi SS L 4 i Coaxial Antenna Cable such as RCA HAHOS7 recording When recording from SELECT OUT jacks tune the TV to channel 91 to see the signal from the S VHS VCR When displaying picture in picture the TV automatically minimizes any annoying differences in tint between the small and large picture by electronically coupling the S VIDEO input to the VIDEO 1 input Operation If the S VHS VCR is connected as shown above tune the TV to channel 90 to view whatever the VCR is playing The word S VIDEO will appear on the TV when you select Channel 90 Op
99. ton to select the length of time you want the TV to stay on x You can program your TV to turn on and or off at the times you choose by setting the ALARM function TEI Setup Menu PA IMA TEE Se EE EE ANGS sed CHAN LABEL lets you program names or labels for the channel numbers The names you select will then appear on the screen whenever the channel number is displayed Ez The PARENTAL CONTROL feature lets you lock out any channels between 1 and 99 that you don t want your children to watch Pressing or switches Ze Repeatedly this function from OFF to ON When this function is set to ON channels press that have been locked out with the CHAN CTRL function cannot be viewed MENU PROG When this function is set to OFF all channels can be viewed to select a l f Ancian then The CHAN CTRL Channel Control function works hand in hand with the PARENTAL CONTROL function It lets you select the channels you want to press T or to lock out First select the channel number you want to lock out and then adjust it press to change this function from NORMAL to LOCKED When the PARENTAL CONTROL function is set to ON the channels you locked with this function cannot be viewed When you press or to start the AUTOPROGRAM function the TV will automatically cycle through all channels and place the active channels for amp your area in its channel memory Pressing the CHANNEL up or down Y butto
100. ur set on off change channels and adjust volume It is a simplified remote that can be used to control basic functions Note All specifications and descriptions of accessories are subject to change without notice CN ojo ojo O FA ONE obli TrG6566 XK v aN olo1g1 tO 6 to Oidip roy 2 10 O O O si gt 2 3 0088 EE LE OR EN DE Detach Here EA RA EI RE N ED aun EA EE OK EE EER EE RE OE HE OE ER EE DE Oe pans Sava ig ly RE OE E EO ala Accessory Order Form Tocom 1508388A Description el Antenna Cable 3 ft Signal Splitter Gold Tipped Antenna Cable 6 ft Gold Tipped Antenna Cable 10 ft Gold Tipped Audio Video Cable 3 ft Gold Tipped Audio Video Cable 5 ft Gold Tipped Stereo Audio Cable 3 ft Gold Tipped Dubbing Cable 6 ft Gold Tipped Dubbing Cable 6 ft VCR Connection Kit S VHS Video Cable 8 ft Replacement Power Cord 5 1 2 ft Antenna Adapter Antenna Mixer Antenna Mixer Part No Price Qty Total AH037 3 95 ioe sa ramos so rams 509 HEINE pame 579 mama 509 se sos ris 59 se 295 ane 995 CONC CONOCI CONC rs oss Replacement Remote Control CRK70D2 233063 saoj Simpie Touch Remote 206800 38 15 a Prices are subject to change without notice Total Merchandise 10 Minimum Order Sales Tax We are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for each individual state

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