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RCA NCJ11 User's Manual

1. Audio Video Cable ES gsuch as RCA AH077G tat ge ai AC tate en DA Operation s If the VCR is connected to INPUT 1 jacks as shown select channel 91 on the TV to view whatever the VCR is playing If you connect a second audio video device to INPUT 2 select channel 92 on the TV to view whatever the second device is playing Note You can program your TV to automatically select the proper VCR input channel 91 or 92 when you press the VCR or VCR2 button Details are on page 26 OUT SELECT OUT CABLE ANTENNA ek C JKO l ee a Coaxial Antenna Cable such as RCA AH037 Operation e If the VCR is connected to INPUT 1 jacks as shown select channel 91 on the TV to view whatever the VCR is playing e If you connect a second audio video device to INPUT 2 select channel 92 on the TV to view whatever the second device is playing Note You can program your TV to automatically select the proper VCR mm a dh s Details are on page 26 37 m Recordin 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 TV program You ll also be able to record signals from another VCR or similar device that is
2. 1 Repeatedly press the MENU button to select the SETUP e Ee e repeatedly press MENU to select MENU and then press Press MENU repeatedly again and Hien Press Repeatedly press to select the CLOCK SET display MENU to select desired function and then press or to l adjust it Details begin on page 18 i q 2 00AM 7 af PAFA gt l f SH of oe een 3 Ge fee Ss in T 5 abioa Cabe 7 Ke TERNS oe eee Captioning Mute Gg 22 x ER VCR1 Chan Off 3 ER Sleep Timer 0 00 Mie Mem 7 YCR2 Chan Off S Video Meng Set Alarm Audio Menu cat Cable Chan Off Sieh S Audio Menu i Chan Label en Clock Set Hr sMin Pare Parental Ctr Of Chan Ctri Normal 2 Press and hold the button to select the correct hour Autoprogram including AM or PM Press and hold the button to f Ghan Mem Stored select the correct minute The correct time will now appear on the screen whenever you change channels or Antenna A press the TV or DISPLAY button Cable Air Cable Note If power is interrupted for an extended time you will VCR 1 Chan Off need to reset the clock VCR 2 Chan Off Cable Chan Off Clock Set Hr Min 11 Review menus 1 To see the video menu repeatedly press MENU button to select VIDEO MENU and then press Repeatedly press MENU to select e desired function and then press or to adjust it Details are on page 14 12 Review other features Later after you feel comfortable with your TV an
3. HL OUT SELECT OUT de ONC O meuri BS CABLE ee if the INPUT 7 jacks already have another component connected to them you can connect the computer to the INPUT 2 jacks Ki Audio Video Cables such as RCA COMPUTER AHO69G OR TV GAME 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 IVPUT I 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 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 computer 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 Optional accessories are available from most RCA dealers or electronics supply stores 42 Audio Amplifier Audio Video Cables __ such as RCA AHO69G r If your stereo amplifier is not part of a system that has its own remote connect it to the TV as shown here If the stereo amplifier is part of a system that has its own remote
4. When you select channel 91 the words INPUT I appear to let you know you are now watching whatever signal is coming in through the TV s INPUT 1 jacks 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 For 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
5. Surround encoded movies broadcast or tape give the best surround effect but regular stereo and mono programs will also benefit Connecting Speakers to Back of Amplifier or Receiver If you connect an Amplifier or Receiver to your TV connect the speakers to the Amplifier Receiver instead of the TV 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 ON OFF function described on page 16 The diagram here shows how to connect external speakers to the speaker terminals on the back of a typical Amplifier Receiver Check the owner s manual for your Amplifier Receiver if its speaker terminals look different than those shown ist Set of Speakers a Connect to A Tamina oe Back of Amplifer Receiver Ze Optional Bet 2nd Set of Speakers Connect to Hr Terminals Notes e After connecting speaker wire pull it gently and check that it is connected securely to its terminals e 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 45 S G ect SEN Compatible Components A wide variety of compatible Video Cassette Recorders VCR s camcorders and audio components are available Check with your dealer for details Other components can also be connected to your TV
6. 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 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 each of these buttons to control your brand of equipment Step 2 Then press ON OFF button to turn on that component Note The TV and some other components will automatically turn on when you press the component button in step 1 Press this button to turn the component off Step 3 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 VCR VCR2 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 n
7. TV will not turn on _ 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 e Maybe batteries in remote control are dead Try replacing batteries e Maybe remote was 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 if using remote control make sure gt remote isin TV Mode by first pressing the TV button e Try unplugging set for two minutes and then turning it on again Make sure power cord is fully inserted into back of TV Kater or no hs ache Maybe something w was between the remote afid the remote sensor Maybe the remote was not aimed directly at the component TV or VCR you were trying to control e Maybe remote is not in TV Mode Press the TV button so remote will control TV e Maybe batteries in remote are weak or dead Try replacing batteries e Maybe batteries were installed incorrectly Try EE batteries oneal Turns of off while playing 8 K e SLEEP TIMER function may have been activated e ALARM OFF function may have been activated Electronic protection circuit may have been activated because of a power surge Wait 30 seconds and then turn on again If this happens frequently the voltage in your house may be abnormally high e Make sure power cord is TD inserted into back of TV Turns on unexpec
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9. 5 Press the button to select the arrow color and direction then press the VOLUME up or down button to move the lines mi Gesi P Gre So that ee eee a pe mixes until the CONVERGENCE function is es e process of aligning these picture selected SSC beams 1s called setting the direction convergence Pressing VOLUME up Over a period of time the picture sanity em tubes can drift out of alignment due pee ei to normal bumps and vibrations or appear USE VOL moving the TV If you move your Ss t an S 6 Ros ue lin TV TO EXIT TV or if after a time you notice ane left or right colored rings or halos around objects Meee rT in the picture you may want to converge align the colors Piesshig 3 Then press the button to display the VOLUME up To simplify convergence an on pattern or down screen menu is provided that allows Wee A H ue arrows you to display a test pattern of four appear a USE VOL lines on the screen Properly moves the converged the lines appear me pile ines up eee heme Se or down white which is actually a e combination of the outputs of the USE VOL three color tubes The position of the SR green lines is stationary The SE positions of the red and blue lines are GE adjustable When properly adjusted when these be the red and blue lines should De pasa ice bie E tree red arrows mi colors in the pattern red blue an appear R us voL ee ie a Breen neste preen s
10. CAUTION To prevent electric shock do not use the polarized plug on this TV with an extension cord receptacle or other outlet unless both blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure Match wide blade of plug to wide slot fully insert CA MISE EN GARDE Pour pr venir les chocs lectriques ne pas utiliser la fiche polaris e de cet ID m appareil avec une rallonge une prise de courant ou une autre sortie moins que les lames ne puissent tre ins r es fond sans qu aucune partie ne soit laiss e d couvert Introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu au fond e All operating controls and their functions are identified and explained in this manual For warranty service or routine maintenance contact the nearest Authorized TV Servicenter All servicing and adjustments to electrical components should be done by a qualified service technician Record Vital Information Here s No other set has the same serial number as yours 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
11. HAD EE 12 13 34 RE RO MOY iven aa eraa aO S aie 02 e TT EE 37 43 SCENU PA CLAN A eirio dao E SES 03 22 Jerrold nan aa 04 05 15 23 24 25 30 36 Sylvania ee Get 11 MACOM BEE KKK OMI EE 06 MAGNAVOX E 07 08 19 26 28 29 32 33 40 41 TENS LE 10 11 IASG EE 09 i oe Me Conn eer Ree nary ent A reer en rr Serene 17 21 akoe te cas ht veautideatlsave a A 01 16 38 Dim 31 Gak AEN 16 VIEWSAT ee 07 08 19 26 28 29 32 33 40 41 PAN ASOT EE 27 39 Zen EE 14 42 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 35 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 TV 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 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 o
12. Number Buttons 0 9 These buttons let you directly access any channel number even if the channel is not in the channel memory 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 To select a 3 digit cable channel like 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 OFF ON Button e Press OFF ON to turn off TV 11 Any time you re watching a TV program or a VCR tape through your TV you ll be able to use the special features described below Note The remote must be in the TV Mode before the FRZ and ZOOM buttons will function To put the remote in the TV Mode press the TV button Feature Buttons Used Freeze FRZ Zoom ZOOM OUT 12 ZOOM Buttons 4 PIP OFF SWAP CH O ES Lk EAI T ar Arrow Buttons NY d CHAN FRZ FRZ Freeze Button How to make How to it work stop it Press FRZ once to freeze the TV picture Press FRZ again The sound of the program will not be affected Press and hold ZOOM until desired zoom amount is To quickly return the picture to reached its normal size press and hold OUT until the picture returns to Press and hold OUT to reduce the zoom amount
13. Refer to the component s owner s manual for the manufacturer s recommended hookup instructions General Cable Information Antenna or cable TV e Ss SEHR g Slip on End connections are made with either coaxial ft 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 between components can be made with shielded audio and video cables that have RCA type 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 E D S VHS Cable such as No VAA9020 A Standard Audio Video Cable with RCA type phono plugs such as No AH069G To connect S VHS Super VHS components an S VHS video cable is required 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 erf AH037 3 ft Push on Antenna Cable Attaches to the round antenna co
14. button until the screen shows Off 19 By setting the Sleep Timer you Setting Sleep Timer with or without remote can program your TV to turn itself off after a certain period of time 1 Repeatedly press MENU to select 4 The sleep timer will begin to count up to four hours SETUP MENU and then press or down to zero The word SLEEP Ces to display setup functions Press will appear on the screen whenever This is useful whenever you want MENU to select SLEEP TIMER you change channels or press the to watch TV for an hour or so remote s TV or DISPLAY button to before going to sleep let you know the sleep timer is activated The amount of time remaining SC ee E before the TV shuts itself off will 2 Press the or button to select the appear in the sleep timer menu a a n T to four hours you whenever you display the SLEEP want the O stay on TIMER function Each time you press the or button the time will increase 30 minutes up to 4 hours Then the time display will start over 5 When the sleep timer counts down to 0 00 the sleep timer display will oe appear on the screen for a few a aac seconds Then the TV will turn 3 When finished the display will itself off automatically disappear from the screen in a few seconds To make it disappear more quickly press the CLEAR button If you want the TV to stay on when this display appears press the bu
15. 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 ee Off Time 11 00PM Channel Of en Press MENU 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 CHANNEL up or down to select the channel and then press or to enter it into the CHANNEL function e ve dE A S r e Aes a eee S he Ga W GN SC eist ere Lin R g ES Kee pak was Ra ER C eg Ze int me BL SE yet An ia amp Ais e DEE OnTime 6 30PM Off Time 1100 PM ee Channel 12 Note The TV will change to the 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 eg 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 lett
16. Programming Remote to Control Audio Equipment cssesesseeeens 44 Speaker CONNECUONS enkt dree EE 45 Reference Section Optional Accessories and Order FOrm cccceccccssesceesesscoeessseeeneneaees 46 48 Trouble Checks cna a a 49 51 Cleaning and E 51 Index Alphabetical Subject Reference 00 ee eseseeseteseeeerseereeeeees 52 53 Limited NEEN eege Back Cover The steps below will help you get your TV connected and working quickly The page numbers on which you can find detailed instructions for each of these steps are also listed for your convenience 1 Unpack TV and accessories Shown here are the accessories that came packed with your TV Ke Ee L Note A flat wooden shelf is included with Four AAA Batteries for certain models Placing this shelf on top of Remote Four Wing Nuts the TV right behind the front narrow ledge creates a level surface upon which you can position a VCR or other component if desired Remote Control Power Cord 2 Install batteries in remote control Details are on page 8 Back Collapsed 3 Extend back cover Your projection TV has been specially designed with a collapsible back cover This design makes it easier for you to move the TV through doorways because the collapsed back makes the TV Aipamen narrower After the TV is positioned in your home you can Hole for easily extend the back cover to its normal operating position by Locating Pin following the instru
17. and return normal size to normal size After you have zoomed in you can press the arrow buttons to move around the screen pan Note Sometimes you may want to freeze the picture first and then zoom in or you can zoom in and then freeze the picture The channel guide feature lets you display several channels at the same time so you can quickly review what programs are available Note Channels 2 13 were programmed into the channel memory at the factory These are the channels that will appear during channel guide unless you autoprogram the channel memory or add and erase channels as described on page 24 Ei OO O 0 GUIDE Starting Channel Guide with remote only To start channel guide press the CHAN GUIDE button Note The remote control must be in the TV Mode Pressing the TV button puts it in the TV Mode The screen will display all the channels that are programmed into channel memory 12 at a time e Each little screen will display a stop action picture that will be continuously updated e While the 12 channels are on the screen you can use the ZOOM button to enlarge the picture and then use the arrow buttons to move around the screen To return to normal size press OUT Note When using the ZOOM feature you will see a mosaic pattern as the picture is made larger Stopping Channel Guide e To select one of the channels being displayed i
18. cables coming from your home antenna s are a 75 ohm round coaxial cable that carries VHF channels 2 13 and a 300 ohm flat twin lead cable for UHF channels 14 69 connect them to your set like this CABLE ANTENNA BACK OF TV eee m were ee ee Incoming UHF Push on Cables en l such as RCA 197551 Home i l Antenna s VHF __Cf 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 Bee GE BACK Cables el TL OF TV From gt and Home gt n Ae _ y Antenna s VHF ere ae 8 Antenna Mixer a such as RCA 193984 Note Be sure to connect the UHF antenna cable to the UHF screws on the Antenna Mixer and the VHF antenna cable to the screws marked VHF Optional accessories are available from most dealers or electronics supply stores 32 Follow one of these steps to connect a cable TV system to your IV instead 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 Segeler n m wn i E E i A i E EE EE EE Ee EE EE A Follow this diagram if your cable company does not require a converter decoder box no scrambled channels SE Incoming Cable B Follow this diagram if your cable com
19. connected to the TV s INPUT 1 or 2 jacks The TV must remain turned on during recording If you change channels on the TV the channel change will be recorded on the VCR tape unless you pause the 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 VCR s By connecting one VCR or camcorder to the INPUT 1 jacks and another VCR or camcorder to the INPUT 2 jacks you ll be able to selectively edit and record whatever is playing on the TV screen on to a third VCR or camcorder connected as shown here to the SELECT OUT jacks If you connect a surveillance system to your monitor von U be able to record what the camera is displaying on the TV screen by connecting a VCR or Camcorder to the SELECT OUT jacks as shown here Back of VCR V ae O we Hi Fi OUT SELECT OUT Ke Sho Back of TV Audio ere CABLE ANTENNA INPUT 2 i Audio Video Cables 3 such as RCA AHO69G ols Just remember that you ll be able to record whatever is being displayed on the TV screen 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
20. control that came packed with your TV controls your TV and up to two compatible VCRs including most other brands To program the remote just press VCRI1 or VCR2 then JD then 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 VCR s are capable of working on either of two remote codes These VCRs have either a switch labeled VCRI VCR2 or an on screen display titled REMOTE VCRI VCR2 You can then set your new VCR to respond to the remote s VCR2 button and your older VCR to respond to the VCR button Some older VCRs have a NORM UNIFIED switch that can also respond to either the VCRI or VCR2 button on the remote Place this switch in the UNIFIED position for the VCR to respond to the VCR1 button or in the NORM position for the VCR2 button In the NORM position you must program the VCR2 button to respond to code number 05 If neither of your VCR s have switchable code capabilities you still may be able to use the VCR1 VCR2 feature to control two VCRs of the same brand since many older VCRs use remote codes that are different than newer VCR s You may want to experiment to see what works with your particular VCRs Programming Remote To Control Other Brands of VCRs 1 ES gt Refer to the chart below to find the code number that corresponds
21. currency made payable to Thomson Consumer Electronics Inc to the following address Video Accessories PO Box 8419 Ronks PA 17573 For more information on these accessories or current prices write to the following address Video Accessories Customer Service Thomson Consumer Electronics Inc Distributor amp Special Products 2000 Ciements Bridge Rd Deptford NJ 08096 2088 International Orders This offer is valid only in the 50 United States For international orders please send your request for quotation not an order to International Customer Service Thomson Consumer Electronics Inc Distributor amp Special Products 2000 Clements Bridge Rd Deptford NJ 08096 2088 USA Troubles sometimes are eased 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 listed for that trouble should be necessary the warranty explains how to get it
22. for secondary language translation simplified English or whatever is being transmitted in your area Two Text modes are also supported Details are on page 19 By setting the SLEEP TIMER you can program your TV to turn itself off ZS 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 button to select the length of time you want the TV to stay on 1 Repeatedly press MENU to select SETUP MENU and then press or to display the setup menu You can program your TV to turn on and or off at the times you choose by setting the ALARM function 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 The PARENTAL CONTROL feature lets you lock out any channels that you dont want your children to watch Pressing or switches this function 2 Repeatedly from OFF to ON When this function is set to ON channels that have been press locked out with the CHAN CTRL function cannot be viewed When this MENU to function is set to OFF all channels can be viewed eer Ss The CHAN CTRL Channel Control function works hand in hand with the PARENTAL CONTROL function It lets you select the channels you want to then press lock out First select the channel number you want to lock out and then or to _ press to change this function
23. from NORMAL to LOCKED When the adjust it 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 your area in its channel memory Pressing the CHANNEL up or down buttons will then allow you to scan only active channels Sr 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 t 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 S will probably never need to change this function When your TV autoprograms it automatically adjusts the CABLE AIR setting for you If 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 few seconds The VCR 1 CHAN function lets you program to which channel the TV will automatically tune when you press the VCR 1 button on the rem
24. is listed you may need to try each one separately to find the one that works 2 Press the AUDIO button on remote depending on which button you want to program 3 Press ZD button on remote 4 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 within three seconds of pressing the JD button 5 Point the remote at the audio equipment and press the OFF ON button to test the code number If the right number was entered the audio equipment will turn on s If the audio equipment does not react to the remote repeat steps 1 thru 5 with another code number Ads Dimensia Dynamic Bass Fisher JVC Kenwood Kyocera Marantz Mitsubishi Nakamichi Panasonic Pioneer RCA Sansui Sherwood Sony Teac Technics Yamaha Operating Notes After the AUDIO button is programmed the buttons described below will operate the basic functions of most 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 e OFF ON Press to turn on component Press again to turn off Some components will turn on automatically when you press this button e VOLUME Press to change volume level e CHANNEL Press to select the next
25. it will display an S VHS 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 If you have programmed the VCR1 or VCR2 button to automatically select channel 90 as described on page 26 press VCRI or VCR2 28 Whenever you have the picture in picture feature activated as described on the previous page you can move enlarge reduce freeze or switch the big and little pictures as desired ZOOM Buttons SWAP Button PIP OFF SWAP Arrow Buttons FRZ Freeze Button Press and hold one of the four arrow buttons to move the small picture in that direction You can move the small picture anywhere on the screen by pressing and holding the arrow buttons one at a time Repeatedly press ZOOM to enlarge the small picture ZOOM OUT Five sizes are available O O Repeatedly press OUT to reduce the size of the small picture to the smallest size SWAP O Press SWAP to switch the small picture with the main picture FRZ O Press FRZ to freeze the small picture Press FRZ again to return to an action picture Press OFF next to PIP to cancel picture in picture and remove the little picture from the screen PIP OFF O O 29 Compatible Components A wide variety of compatible RCA Video Cassette Recorders VCR s camcorders and audio components are available Check
26. jacks To record from an S VHS component remember to also connect the regular video cable to the VIDEO INPUT 1 jack and then tune to channel 91 Menus status displays and special effects like picture in picture and channel guide will not appear in the recording a oe a M BE es ae aay sa mm ee en een S VHS Super VHS VCR This connection allows you to record TV programs and play back tapes Audio Video Cables such as RCA HAHO69G Incoming Cable Back of VCR Shown here is the preferred method of connecting your S VHS VCR to your TV If your cable company requires a decoder box for premium channels refer to page 34 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 VHS cable Remember to connect the audio cables from the VCR to the ZJNPUT 1 LEFT and R MONO jacks on the back of the TV The S VHS cable carries only video Note Remember to also connect the video cable for picture in picture viewing or if you plan to use the SELECT OUT jacks for recording Optional accessories are available from most RCA dealers and electronics supply stores 38 S VHS Cable such as RCA VAA020 x Pa Coaxial Antenna Cable such as RCA AH037 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 a
27. of TV CABLE ANTENNA ANT A _ ANT B incoming Cable from Antenna or CH Cable TV System CONVERTER e Details for connecting a home antenna to your TV are on page 32 e Details for connecting a cable TV system to your TV are on pages 33 34 e Details for connecting a VCR to your TV are on pages 37 38 6 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 7 Turn on TV adjust the volume and select a channel es Press the TV button on the remote to turn on the TV When using the remote Number remember to point it at the Futons front of the TV s Press the VOLUME up or down button to adjust the volume to a desired level e Press the CHANNEL up or down button to select the next 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 were programmed into the channel memory for you at the factory so pressing CHANNEL up or down stops at these channels only When you Start the AutoProgramming feature described in step 9 your set will automatically scan 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 9 13 BECH GE
28. otk 8i oj i OF d Q iot OH Remote Control 206800 x This is an optional remote that can be used to turn your set on off change ES channels and adjust volume It isa eS simplified remofe that can be used to ES control basic functions Optional Component Cabinet An optional cabinet is available for Model P52750 TVs This cabinet has been designed to complement the furniture of any room and provide organized storage space for video and audio equipment See your local RCA dealer for details This cabinet is not available by mail order Note All specifications and descriptions of accessories are subject to change without notice 47 48 To order accessories contact your local dealer If a dealer is not nearby you can also follow the directions below to order by telephone or direct by mail United States and Canada Orders To place your order by phone have your Visa or MasterCard ready and call the toll free number listed below between 8AM and 8PM Eastern Standard Time Use this number only to place an order for accessory items listed on this order form 1 800 338 0376 Most times your order will be shipped UPS within 72 hours of receipt If ever it is not possible to ship within 30 days we will notify you with an update on your order and an option to cancel To place your order by mail detach and mail the completed order form with credit card information money order or check in U S
29. 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 camcorder is connected to the VIDEO INPUT 1 jack instead of the S 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 gros 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 SELECT OUT jacks as shown here Just remember that you ll be able to record whatever is being displayed on the TV screen 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 VHS component remember to also connect its regular video cable to the VIDEO INPUT 1 jack and then tune the TV to channel 91 Menus status displays and special features such as picture in picture and channel guide will not appear in the recording 41 a Z nen 6 Computers and Other Equipment with Audio Video Outputs Back of TV AUDIO
30. s S VIDEO connector and INPUT 1 audio jacks labeled L and R MONO s 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 e Refer to pages 37 38 if you want to review details about connecting your VCR to 4 If you have another VCR connected to the TV press MENU to select the VCR 2 CHAN function Chan Mem Stored Antenna A Cable Air Alr VCR1 Chan 91 5 Enter the channel number you want to program 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 VCR2 button on the remote See the notes below if you are unsure about which channel number to enter 8 04 PM Input 2 EI Chan Mem Stored Antenna A Cable Air Alr CR1 Chan 6 Press the button to program the channel number you selected into the VCR 2 CHAN function memory Chan Mem Stored Antenna A Cable Air Alr VCR1 Chan 9t Note Pressing the button here will turn off this feature and display VCR 2 CHAN OFF again The CABLE CHAN function lets you program to which channel the TV will automatically tune when you press the CABLE button on the remote This is handy if y
31. 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 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 If 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 e f 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 s 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 VCR s may cause interference in TV s 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 TV 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 M
32. you are seeing the ANT A signals When the numbers are yellow you are seeing the ANT B signals The cable TV channels that are not scrambled can then be seen whenever 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 VCR s 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 37 38 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 34 Remember to tune the TV to the output channel of the VCR BACK OF VCR usually 3 or 4 the same 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 37 These additional audio video connections are required for
33. 31 RENE 17 26 38 SVIVANIA EE 08 15 29 e ITU 15 RE EE 09 ENEE eege 30 OAC foe ea incense 15 30 CONICS eege 08 Teknikoa nr a 21 Toshiba a a 05 13 Vector Research AAA 14 16 Video CONCE pt Suini 14 16 MaS ee eege 06 25 CH IT EE 02 14 16 30 EE 11 17 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 40 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 An S VHS or standard camcorder can be connected directly to your TV If you have an S VHS camcorder connect the S VHS 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 VHS 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 S VHS Cable sometimes a separate cable that attaches directly to camcorde
34. 33 or Diagram D on page 34 Instructions for programming the T V s remote to control the cable box are on page 35 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 33 or Diagram D on page 34 Since cable systems vary you may wish to consult your local cable company for additional information CORIO Tee e Midband Channels 14 22 or A I Superband Channels 23 36 or J W The chart below lists the total channel and cable count o eee D a AE s VHF Channels 2 13 s UHF Channels 14 69 e Low Midband A 5 thru A 1 Channels 95 99 e Hyperband Channels 37 64 or W 1 to W 28 Ultraband Channels 65 94 and 100 125 or W 29 to W 84 Total 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 tapes Preferred Method for areas with good reception 2 Way Signal Splitter such as RCA AH047 Incoming Cable ween Back of VCR Coaxial Ant
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36. CA on Owner s Manual Te irst Time ze AE e wees onnecti ries and Orde Alpha GO E fon eats i WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose this TV to rain or moisture If you suspect that liquid has entered the TV unplug it immediately and have it inspected by an Authorized TV Servicenter Turning it off is not enough your TV has power applied to some circuits even when the TV is turned off A WARNING The lightning fiash CAUTION TO REDUCE THE The exclamation and arrowhead RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK polnt within the within the triangle DO NOT REMOVE COVER triangle Is a Is a warning sign OR BACK NO USER warning sign alerting you of SERVICEABLE PARTS alerting you of dangerous INSIDE REFER SERVICING Important voltage inside the TO QUALIFIED SERVICE instructions product that PERSONNEL accompanying the presents a risk of product electric shock CAUTION Maintain electrical safety Powerline operated equipment or accessories connected to this unit should bear the UL listing mark or CSA certification mark on the accessory itself and should not have been modified so as to defeat the safety features This will help avoid any potential hazard from electric shock or fire If in doubt contact qualified service personnel Mail Your Registration Card Today s A Product Registration Card is packed with your set Please fill out the card and return it immediately e Your prompt
37. HANNEL Number Buttons CHANNEL Buttons Press two numbers to select pi Press to select the next higher or lower channel n channel in VCR channel memory s Press a 0 before a single digit channel number PROG Program Button Used when setting the clock and programming the timer INPUT O 6 O O MENU front of VCR Lets you record one O O 5 screen channel with VCR and watch another CLEAR Butt channel on TV a PROG CLEARDISPLA uton ANT Button Same as VCR or TV VCR button on MUTE Pa DISPLAY Button Press to bring VCR s displays to TV Used when setting the VCR s PAUSE Button clock and programming its timer e Press to pause play or record A mode STOP Button GE Se E Press to stop whatever VCR is doing Playing Recording Rewinding or PLAY Button i PIP OFF SWAP SRS Fast Forwarding Press to start tape playing KH REWIND Button ZOOM OUT CHE Press while VCR is stopped to rewind tape CHAN FRZ Press while VCR is playing to OO search backward GUIDE FF Fast Forward Button Press while VCR is stopped to fast forward tape e Press while VCR is playing to search forward Notes The six VCR buttons grouped together PLAY PAUSE STOP REWIND FF and RECORD control the VCR even if the remote is in the TV Mode e The ANT PROG CLEAR and DISPLAY buttons are for RCA VCR s only 39 varie Eaters bes ee e The digital remote
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39. PARENTAL CTRL function and then how to lock desired channels with the CHAN CTRL function 1 Repeatedly press MENU to select SETUP MENU and then press or to display setup functions Repeatedly press MENU to select the PARENTAL CTRL function Me Setup Menu P Parental Gtri On s 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 When this function is set to OFF PARENTAL CTRL is deactivated and all channels are viewable button to select the CHAN CTRL function Parental Ctr On E han Ctrl Norma Select a channel you want to lock by pressing CHANNEL up or 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 Parental Ctrl On 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 iet 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 CHANNEL up or down button You can program a
40. R function to wrong position is on 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 s If watching VCR connected only through antenna input make 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 Sound okay picture poor s Check antenna connections s Try adjusting SHARPNESS function to improve weak signals Picture okay sound poor e Try another channel e Try adjusting VOLUME BASS and TREBLE controls s If station is sending stereo try changing STEREO SAP function to MONO setting for clearer sound Ka SE SRS controls to turn SRS off or on ge e EN aa No stereo on known stereo station e Make sure ST EREO SAP function is in STEREO mode Can t get two channels in Pix in Pix One channel must come thru ANT A or B jack and Ge other channel must come thru the JVPUT 1 or 2 jacks s If using the VCRI or VCR2 button make sure it is programmed to select the proper video input channel as described on page 26 s 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 VIDEO IN ES No picture while using Pix in 1 P
41. T U MENU i 9 AutoProgram the TV s Button 5 8 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 channel memory ee To start the TV autoprogramming itself press the MENU button repeatedly to select SETUP MENU and then press to display the setup functions Repeatedly press MENU again to select the AUTOPROGRAM function and then press Details are on page 24 Set Alarm gute han Label Mie Menu Parental Ctr Off Audio Menu Chan Cat Normal setup Menu Autoprogram You can also add and erase channels from memory as desired Press MENU repeatedly to select the SETUP MENU then press to display the setup functions Press MENU repeatedly to select highlight the CHAN MEM function Select the desired channel number by pressing the CHANNEL up or down button or by pressing the two corresponding number buttons n Label Chan Label D Parental Ctr Off Parental Ctr Off Chan Ctr Normal Chan Ctr Norma sAutoprogram Autoprogram Chan Mem Stored Chan Mem Erased Then press to add a channel or press to erase a channel Details are on page 24 Fix Veo AEIR 7 r rst Tinte Operation continuedy S 10 Set the clock
42. 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 effect the channel labels that are already entered 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 Therefore after you turn 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 47 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 2 To lock channels press the MENU 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
43. am all channels for ANT B input even if you only have one antenna input connected 10 23 AM 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 to select SETUP MENU and then press or to display the setup functions Repeatedly press MENU to select the AUTOPROGRAM function KC Set Alarm Chan Label Parental Ctrl Off Chan Ctrl Normal 4 When the TV is finished cycling you can check to see which channels are in memory by pressing the CHANNEL up or down button RE A e py W SENS ASAI MT er Eek 2 Erasing Adding Channels in Channel Memory with or without remote 2 Then select the desired channel number by pressing CHANNEL up or down or the two corresponding number buttons on the remote 1 To erase or add a channel repeatedly press MENU to select SETUP MENU and then press or to display the setup functions Repeatedly press MENU to select CHAN MEM function 3 Press to add the channel to memory or press to erase the channel from memory Au Setup Menu PEN Rg E EE e EEN E 3 Adding Video Input Channels to Channel Memory 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 jac
44. an reactivate the ALARM function by changing the ALARM function to ON Setting the Alarm 1 Repeatedly press MENU to select SETUP MENU and then press or to display setup functions Press MENU to select SET ALARM function and then press or to PG the alarm etnies Chan Label nate TOR Time Disabled 5 iy vg oe Bae SS Channel Off EE ROESCH e E id 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 Bs itself oe Ze Time Disabled a Off Time Disabled 7 Channel Off rr aes 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 DEE a 3 Press MENU 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 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 Press MEN U to iea the next function called OFF TIME If you
45. annels repeat steps 1 next to confirm operation 3 Press ZD button on remote thru 5 with another code number You may need to try each of the code numbers listed for your brand until 4 Press two number buttons first one Operating Notes you find the one that works then the other to enter the code After the remote is programmed it will number for your brand of cable box er Ge JOM DISAS After the TV s remote is Na en ee ee num e To turn off the cable box press CABLE programmed you ll be able to turn buttons within three seconds of pressing then OFF ON on the cable box by pressing CABLE the LD button e To change channels on the cable box then OFF ON You can change press CABLE then CHANNEL up or down channels on the cable box by e You may have to reprogram the remote pressing the CHANNEL buttons control if you change its batteries Try not to press any buttons while changing batteries whenever the remote is in the cable mode To put the remote in the cable mode press the CABLE button Press the TV button to put the remote back into the TV mode so the remote buttons will control the TV again EE NEE 07 08 Elter dereen 07 08 19 26 28 29 32 33 40 41 CAD ESC EE 07 08 Ne ul EE 18 20 TE 08 tree tee 07 08 Eastern International cccccccccssssssserseccersnscessscesensonnnees eebe 02 EE 27 General Instrument ccscsssesssseesssrrees 04 05 15 23 24 25 30 36 Re Gal eelere ere 12 13
46. any 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 outlet 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 is switched off If 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 30 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 TV s VCR s 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 th
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48. crease 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 CH VOLY VOL POWER D d rd T E o 4 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 to adjust the setting s Details about using each function begin on page 14 eg onbe OO and Buttons Use these buttons after you have pressed the MENU button to enter or adjust functions 1 Time 2 Sleep Timer G 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 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 i
49. ctions below Alignment Hole for Locating Pin 1 Remove the four wing nuts from the literature bag 2 Remove the two screws labeled A from the shipping SE Screw e brackets You will use these screws later in step 6 Remove these two bottom screws 3 Grasp the shipping brackets and gently pull the back cover up and out until the locating pins enter the alignment holes Keep the back cover tight against the cabinet by holding the shipping bracket on the right side Then attach wing nut to built in hole screw in hole 1 Hand tighten 4 Hold left shipping bracket and attach wing nut to built in screw in hole 2 Hand tighten 5 Attach remaining wing nuts to screws in holes 3 and 4 to ensure stability and best picture quality Reinsert other two 6 Remove the shipping brackets from the back cover and screws here attach them to the wooden rail with the two screws A from step 2 Reinsert the other two screws from the shipping brackets into the back of the TV as shown so they will be available in case you need to move your TV and want to collapse the back again Wooden Rail Kg Bez ae ee H irst Time Operation continued xy 4 Position TV in room A major benefit of a Projection Color Television is its large Side View 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 viewi
50. ctronics 9 Arrow Buttons When picture in picture feature is activated pressing these buttons moves the little picture around the screen Details are on page 29 When zoom feature is activated pressing these buttons lets you move the picture around the screen pan Details are on page 12 FRZ Freeze Button e Press once to freeze the picture s Press again to release freeze e Details are on page 12 GD CHAN GUIDE Button s Activates the channel guide feature so you can see multiple channels at the same time e Details are on page 13 2 ZOOM and OUT Buttons Press ZOOM to zoom in on picture Press OUT to zoom out to normal size e Details are on page 12 3 Picture in Picture Buttons e Press PIP to activate the picture in picture feature Press OFF to deactivate the picture in picture feature e Press SWAP to switch the small picture with the large picture e Details are on pages 28 29 ANT Antenna 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 ANT button to switch from one input to the other The color of the channel numbers on the 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 ANT A input on the back of your TV If the channel numbers a
51. d 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 yt ey eee you quickly locate desired information an koe Aa tz Dei of 2 Bee ey ge ATR S Sef or S e E EE Ge Pee pe 8 gt D S Ka Gw i peN Muto Tee GES E DEE Video Menu Contrast aen AA bi Audio Menu Bright ell seene sce Setup Menu S Sharp wn CT DLG HS HE Picture Reset EE Convergence eh oe 2 To see the audio menu repeatedly press MENU to select the AUDIO MENU and then press or to adjust it Details begin on page 16 ass EE eee kend EEN WE Stereo SAP Stergo SAS Off lt SRS Width Ott p EN Speakers On EE Kata SE Gi E E d A s or H GE E eg re WE age fe ky go CN k n e gt Ow ERTS A Shown here are two front panel controls The controls on your TV will resemble one of the pictures shown here 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 D MENU CHY N L 1 POWER Button e Press once to turn on TV e Press again to turn off TV e The indicator inside the POWER button will light whenever the TV is turned on 2 VOL Volume Buttons Press VOL up to in
52. dded 90 to channel memory as described on page 24 Note If you want to use 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 controlied stereo audio out from whatever is displayed on the TV screen Allow connection of audio amplifier and let you adjust sound level with TV s remote Connection details are on page 43 31 Follow one of the steps below to connect an indoor or outdoor antenna to your TV only if you do not have a 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 home antenna is a 75 ohm round coaxial cable that carries only VHF channels 2 13 only UHF channels 14 69 or VHF and UHF channels connect it to your set like this SE Incoming e Cable Lee From gt TY Home VHF or UHF Only Antenna or VHF UHF Combination OR B If the antenna cable coming from your home antenna ts 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 CABLE ANTENNA ANT A Incoming BE e SZ BACK ee ANT se Push on CD OF TV e a Cable eee yee ne From gt Home em a eann Antenna VHF or oe Only D Antenna Adapter VHF UHF Ge such as RCA 193983 CONVERTER OR C If the antenna
53. e channel numbers are yellow The scrambled channel from the decoder box will come thru the ANT A input whenever the channel numbers are blue Be sure to leave the Optional accessories are available from most RCA dealers and decoder box set to the scrambled channel and remember to electronics supply stores tune your TV to the output channel of the converter box lly 2 3 or 4 usually or 4 33 D Follow this diagram if your cable company requires a converter decoder box for premium channels and you also want to connect a VCR Coaxial Antenna Cables CABLE ANTENNA Iincomin CABLE ANTENN Cable S such as AH037 or AHO65G INTA i BACK oe OF TV 2 way Signal Splitter such as AH047 CONVERTER DECODER BOX Remember to tune the VCR to the output channel of the converter box 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 ANT 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
54. e 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 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 Q aal ai o 1 CABLE ANTENNA Connectors used when attaching a home antenna and or a cable TV system to your TV Connection details are on pages 32 34 2 EXTERNAL SPEAKERS Terminals permit direct connection of auxiliary speakers Connection details are on pages 45 G SPEAKER Sw
55. elect 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 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 e kT E TEE ee E S Si VAN VR Ee Seta Re A EH a PE A it Re SAREE BOR E Ee ERE ie TNS RN ghee A Converging Aligning the Colors with remote only 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 1 Turn on the TV and select a channel that is active in your area Allow the TV to operate at least ten minutes before converging 2 Repeatedly press the VIDEO button
56. enna Cables ee 7 such as RCA AHO65G These optional accessories one AH047 2 way splitter two AH065G antenna cables and one AH077G audio video cable are available as a kit under AVHSO00 Shown here is the preferred method of connecting a VCR to your TV This method uses a 2 way signal splitter to run separate signals to the VCR and TV This way you can view either TV programs or VCR tapes and not be concerned about the position of the VCR s TV VCR switch If your cable company requires a decoder box for premium channels refer to page 34 Note When connected this way the audio video connections from the VCR to the TV are required for picture in picture viewing and for you to watch tapes being played by the VCR me ne ee Simplified Method Incoming Cable LL Back of VCR Shown here is a simplified method of connecting a VCR to your TV If your cable company requires a decoder box for premium channels refer to page 34 Note The audio video connections from the VCR to the TV are required for picture in picture viewing and for stereo playback from stereo VCR s Optional accessories are available from most RCA dealers and electronics supply stores AUDIO __ Back of TV ee eat DO a Audio Video Cables such as RCA AHO69G AUDIO Back of TV OLO HIFI OUT SELECT OUT l CO oe INPUT 1 nm CIO CABLE ANTENNA Note A second audio video device ca connected tothe
57. ers and characters from which you ll be able to choose when programming the channel labels ABCDEFGHIJKLM NOPQRSTUVWXYZ blank space amp 4 0123456789 lt gt You must use your remote control to create or erase labels 22 Labeling Channels with remote only 1 Repeatedly press MENU to select SETUP MENU and then press or to display setup functions Repeatedly press MENU to select CHAN LABEL function ei Setup Menu Ee V GE d E Ee 2 Press to enter the CHAN LABEL function Four blank letter frames will appear under the channel number 3 Select the channel number you want to label by pressing the CHANNEL up or down button or by pressing two number buttons Chan Label Use Vol gt 4 Press and hold the VOLUME up or down button until the letter or character you want appears on the screen Pressing VOLUME up sequences through the characters in alphabetical order Pressing VOLUME 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
58. ffers 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 36 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 EIA 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 depends 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
59. function Note Pressing the button here will turn off this feature and display CABLE CHAN OFF again 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 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 After you have connected another video source such as Changing Channels PIP a VCR or camcorder to INPUTS 1 or INPUTS 2 on your TV as shown on pages 37 38 or 41 you are ready to display picture in picture To change channels on the picture from the TV press the TV button on the remote and then press either the CHANNEL up or down button or two number buttons Starting Picture in Picture PIP 1 Turn on TV and select the TV channel you want to watch 2 Press the TV button to put the remote in TV mode This step can be skipped if the remote is already in the TV mode 3 Press the PIP button A little picture will appear on the screen The little picture and the big picture will be the same Picture from TV press VCRI or VCR2 if you ve programmed the VCRI or VCR2 button to control the VCR as described on pa
60. ge 40 and then press either the CHANNEL up or down button or two number buttons You can also change the VCR s picture by pressing the CHANNEL buttons on the front of the VCR 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 below The picture from the other source will appear in the little picture Picture from VCR The small picture can be moved enlarged reduced frozen or switched with the main picture as desired Details are on the next page Picture from TV Picture from VCR s 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 button to automatically select channel 91 as described on page 26 press VCRI or VCR2 Select channel 92 if the other source is connected to the TV s INPUT 2 jacks If you have programmed the VCRI or VCR2 button to automatically select channel 92 as described on page 26 press VCRI or VCR2 Select channel 90 if the other source is connected to the TV s S VIDEO connector When using an S VHS input for the source of the small picture you must connect the video output of the source to VIDEO INPUT 1 of the set When the picture from the S VHS source is displayed in the small inset picture you will see a non S VHS picture and when the picture from the S VHS source is displayed in the large picture
61. higher or lower channel in the component s channel memory s Number Buttons Press two numbers to directly select a channel s PLAY Press to start component playing s PAUSE Press to pause play or record To release pause press again s STOP Press to stop whatever the component is doing playing recording rewinding etc REWIND Press while component is stopped to rewind tape s FF Fast Forward Press while component is stopped to fast forward tape e RECORD Press to start recording ANT Antenna Performs various functions depending on the type of equipment Experiment with this button eto S L af EE Connecting Speakers to Back of TV If you connect an amplifier or receiver to your TV connect the speakers to the amplifier receiver instead of the TV If you do not connect an amplifier or receiver to your TV you can connect external speakers to the back of 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 2 Press and hold the lever down while inserting the wire core into the hole Be sure to connect to and to as explained in the note below 3 Release the lever OR Notes e After releasing the lever pull gently on the wire and check that it is connected securely to its terminal Do not allow the wire core to protrude fr
62. hould align to form white moves the produce single white lines l red lines left TV TO EXIT lines If you see any red or blue lines or right in the pattern you can move them to align with the green lines by pressing the VOLUME up or down button Pressing VOLUME up or down when these ei red arrows CN Se appear USE VOL moves the red lines up TV TO EXIT or down Note You can also press the button to return to a previous screen Pressing 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 to select AUDIO MENU and then press or to display the audio menu The TREBLE function adjusts the high frequency audio Press to increase treble or press to decrease treble The BASS function adjusts the low frequency audio Press to increase S bass or press to decrease bass The BALANCE function adjusts the left right balance of sound from the speakers When adjusting the BALANCE function sit in your norma 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 press to increase sound from the left speaker 2 Repeatedly press e The STEREO SAP function lets you choose either MONO monaural MENU to STEREO
63. ial effects such as picture in picture and channel guide will not appear in the recording e Video signals from 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 also connect the video cable to the VIDEO INPUT 1 jack and then select channel 91 on the TV screen INPUT 2 Jacks provide for direct connection of video devices like VCR s or compatible home computers and TV games with audio video outputs To see the signals from a device that is connected to the INPUT 2 jacks tune your TV to channel 92 INPUT 1 Jacks provide for direct connection of video devices like VCR s or compatible home computers and TV games with video audio outputs To see the signals from a device that is 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 VCR s 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 38 and 41 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 a
64. ion you adjusted will reappear on the TV screen 16 Your TV includes a new 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 present 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 ENHANCE When this function is set to ENHANCE 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 and are registered trademarks of Hughes Aircraft Company a division of GM Hughes Electronics Turning On SRS 1 Repeatedly press the MENU button to select AUDIO MENU
65. itch when you connect additional speakers to the EXTERNAL SPEAKERS terminals on the TV this _ 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 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 IN7 EXT SURR position This maintains normal volume of the TV s internal speakers and a surround signal to rear speakers e Details about connecting speakers to the TV are on pages 45 IMPORTANT Always place switch in INT EXT SURR position if no external speakers are used or if external speakers are ever disconnected Q 4a SELECT OUT Jacks provide fixed level audio and video output from whatever is displayed on the TV screen except signal from S VIDEO connector Provide audio and video signals suitable for recording Can be used for several applications such as e VCR editing with two or three VCR s page 38 recording TV programs onto a camcorder page 41 e recording cable TV programs onto a VCR that is not cable ready page 38 e recording audio onto an audio cassette tape recorder page 43 Notes Remember that the signal coming out of these jacks is whatever you see and or hear on the TV screen So whatever you want to record must be displayed on the TV screen during recording Menus status displays and spec
66. ix If you jate an S VHS VCR ci camcorder SE you must paige with S VHS VCR or camcorder connect a cable from the VCR s VIDEO OUT jack to the TV s corresponding VIDEO IN acs in addition to the S VHS cable _ Small ge ines not fave Ke e The small picture will not have color if the ee picture EE does not have the color burst reference All color signals and some black and white signals are sent with color burst information Try changing channels of the large ae Remon no onge ntok gable b i e Try not to press any buttons on the remote while sensei its barene You VCR or audio equipment may have to reprogram the proper code into the remote ve EE E e e ae 50 E on next page No closed captioning KEE w LE E d Tief Ze E E A EE E e Ee SEE KEE S ES 4 ET EK A NECKS an ustments EN Se Se BE 2 EN ZE E i EE E Si E EE EE EE Turn on the CAPTIONING function TV program does not have closed captioning Closed captioning is temporarily turned off when using the channel guide ae and the special features of freeze and zoom Details are on pages 12 and 13 Dust TV as required using a soft cloth or the dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner Occasionally vacuum the ventilation slots in the cabinet to 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 po
67. ks or channel 92 for INPUT 2 jacks with the number buttons on the remote or by adding those channels to the channel memory Adding channels 90 91 and 92 to channel memory allows access to the video inputs at the TV by pressing the CHANNEL 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 cable 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 connecting a cable TV converter decoder box that scrambles only premium channels Connection details are on pages 33 34 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 The Channel Memory is the list of channels your TV will stop on when you
68. 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 VCRI 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 1 jacks as shown on page 37 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 remote This function is especially convenient if you have a compatible VCR that can be operated by the VCRI button on the remote Pressing VCRI1 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 VCR s to respond to the VCRI1 button as described on page 40 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 VCR2 button on the remote You can program most brands of remote controllable VCR s to respond to the VCR2 button as described on page 40 Pressi
69. n the channel guide press the two corresponding number buttons for that channel That will stop channel guide and take you directly to the channel you selected crm A CG CO i COICO wee CIID i ZOOM Buttons sJ o SE KE OOOO ER 56000 O Ge Gp aD CHAN FRZ PIP OFF SWAP QO CHAN GUIDE Button To select one of the channels being displayed in the channel guide press the two corresponding number buttons for that channel e Another way to stop channel guide is to press CHAN GUIDE The little screens will disappear and the TV will return to the original channel you were watching 13 1 Repeatedly press MENU to select VIDEO MENU and then press or to display the video menu d The TINT function adjusts the color of flesh tones Press to add more red tint or press to add more green tint of the picture Press to increase contrast or press to decrease contrast 2 Repeatedly portions of the picture Press to increase brightness or press to press j decrease brightness l MENU to select The SHARPNESS function adjusts picture sharpness Press to function increase sharpness or press to decrease sharpness then press trast EE F S or to Ee The PICTURE RESET function lets you quickly change all the adjust it o video functions shown above back to the factory settings Press either or to reset the video functions peo
70. ng 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 Gentera Screan 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 j TV E ApS E Spo Eger EA WM By Wl 7 a y R ei different placement of the TV Se S DEE 2 S Gr Ee Du E Ae Wo CH d gt a Z ten TA Ke d S wey e 3 Ry H wi k A a a Di WW ziel KR ki 2 Z r 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 the risk of fire hazard L An d d eS Ret ees o Af When locating and installing your projection television receiver read and carefully follow the instructions contained in the Installation section in the enclosed safety pamphlet 5 Connect antenna or cable TV EE Most antenna or cable TV systems can be connected as show here Back
71. ng feature in this TV also supports a Text Mode Text mode is used to display text sent directly from the TV or cable station Typically this information consists of program information weather bulletins local activities etc The two inputs for Text Mode are Text 1 and Text 2 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 Closed Captioning is available the word Captioned appears on the screen when you change channels or press the TV or DISPLAY button on the remote Setting Closed Captioning with or without remote 1 Repeatedly press MENU to select 4 The screen will begin to display the SETUP MENU and then press or to TV program s audio portion as text display setup functions if the program has captioning CAPTIONING will be highlighted since it is the first function in the setup menu CITIZENS WERE PLEASANTL SURPRISED BY THE ARRIVAL OF dio Men Men 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
72. ng the VCR2 button 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 Note Pressing the VCRI or VCR2 button does not change between ANT A and ANT B antenna inputs as explained on page 18 Press the ANT button on the remote control to change antenna inputs if necessary 26 Setting Up VCR Channels with or without remote 1 Repeatedly press MENU to select SETUP MENU and then press or to display the setup functions Repeatedly press MENU to select the VCR I CHAN function KACI 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 VCR1 button on the remote 7 57 PM Input 1 Autoprogram Chan Mem Stored Antenna A Cable Air A 3 Press the button to program the channel number you selected into the TV s memory Autoprogram Chan Mem Stored Antenna A Ca Note Pressing the button here will turn off this feature and display VCR 1 CHAN OFF again your TV Notes about Entering Channel Number Enter channel 91 if VCR is connected to the TV s audio and video INPUT 1 jacks Enter channel 92 if VCR is connected to the TV s audio and video INPUT 2 jacks Enter channel 90 if you have a Super VHS VCR that is connected to the TV
73. nnectors called 75 ohm F type on the back of your VCR or TV Ends push on for a quick connection Gata Tipped Caktes AH065G 6 ft AH066G 10 ft 46 Audio Video Cables Audio Video Cable Shielded cable for connecting AUDIO and VIDEO jacks Has an RCA type phono plug on each end Gold Tipped Cables AH069G 3 ft AH070G 5 ft 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 Gold Tipped Cable AH077G 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 AH075G 6 ft S VHS Video Cable Has multipin S connector on each end for connecting S VHS components to your TV ei D When connecting an S VHS component to the S VIDEO jack on your TV remember to also connect the left and right audio cables 6 the INPUT dree because the amp VAS cable carries only the picture not the sound VAA020 8 ft Remote Control 205500 This is the remote that came packed with your TV You can use the order form to order it direct by mail if desired Lal ojoj OfO ES St CO 63 LE
74. nnoying differences in tint between the small and large picture by electronically coupling the S VIDEO input to the VIDEO 1 input Operation s 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 You can program your TV to automatically select channel 90 when you press the VCRI or VCR2 button Details are on page 26 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 VCRJ or VCR2 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 by the VCRI button and which VCR by the VCR2 button Other models have an on screen menu that lets you determine if it will be controlled by VCRI or VCR2 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 VCR2 Buttons _ e Press to turn on VCR and put we remote in VCR Mode so other buttons will control the VCR Press the TV button to put remote back into TV Mode VCR1 VCR2 OFF ON Button eas O O Tv Press to turn off VCR O O Ja C
75. nverpence a tc we The CONVERGENCE function allows you to precisely align the beams of the three projection picture tubes red green blue for optimum picture detail Press the button to display the pattern and VOLUME 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 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 4 Increase color until you reach a pleasing level of intensity you displayed last even after the menu has disappeared from 5 Adjust tint until flesh tones or other color objects appear natural the screen So if you want to adjust the same function again 6 Adjust sharpness for a pleasing level of picture sharpness For simply press the or button on the remote control The last weak signals the picture may be more pleasing with sharpness function you adjusted will reappear on the TV screen decreased Custom Picture Memory for Input Channels The channel numbers you s
76. ny 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 s The AutoProgram feature will place into memory active TV channels that have a valid signal at the time you autoprogram your TV 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 e An inactive channel may 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 e 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 Only channels 1 99 can be stored in channel memory L AutoProgramming Channels into Channel Memory with or without remote 3 Press either or to begin autoprogramming The TV will first program all channels for ANT A input and then progr
77. o additional programming is required Details for programming the VCR and VCR2 buttons to control other brands of VCR s are on page 40 Details for programming the AUDIO button to control audio equipment are on page 44 Details for programming the CABLE button to control cable boxes are on page 35 Only the buttons that are used to control the TV are described here The rest of the buttons are used to operate VCRs pages 39 40 cable TV boxes page 35 and audio equipment page 44 VCHI VCA O Of 2 ISS CHANNEL ANT PROG CLEAR DISPLAY CO OO CO OOOO PLAY PAUSE STOP S00 OOOO OJOO TV Button G VOLUME Buttons Turns on TV and puts remote in TV Mode so that the other Press VOLUME up to increase volume remote buttons will control the TV Press VOLUME down to decrease volume e Displays time if clock has been set and channel number on the TV screen 4 MUTE Button Important Note Some buttons on the remote control will not Press MUTE to quickly reduce sound to minimum level without control the TV unless the remote is in the TV Mode If another affecting the picture This is especially useful during telephone component button such as VCR2 is pressed the remote will go into calls or other interruptions the VCR Mode and will control a compatible VCR To get back e When the sound is muted the word MUTE will be displayed on into the TY Mode simply press the bu
78. o put the remote in the VCR mode press the VCR7 or VCR2 button depending on which button you programmed The other VCR buttons such as PLAY PAUSE STOP REWIND FF and RECORD will control the VCR when the remote is in the VCR mode To turn off the VCR press VCRI or VCR2 then ON OFF To change channels on the VCR press VCRI or VCR2 then CHANNEL up or down You may need to reprogram the remote when you change the batteries Try not to press any buttons when changing batteries Ee 03 22 23 Audio Dynamics 0 cccceeceeeeeeees 14 16 Brokeottge eege EE 10 CANO ee 08 Eeer 01 L E EE 09 VC 12 Curtis Mathes 00 08 15 lr 14 16 RTE EEN 00 EMC rsOIt REENEN 10 20 34 DOE 12 18 19 ar Ree nr ere ae en ne A ae EES 15 eet 00 07 08 32 G0 DEEN 09 Eltere ef 05 35 36 Instant Replay ssns 08 JCPENNEY cinin 02 05 08 14 16 30 IVE ee 02 14 16 30 Kenwood Eege 02 14 16 30 Magnavox csecsccessecsseesetseeeeees 08 29 Marantz EE 02 14 16 29 30 E WE 09 MEMOTEX EE 08 12 Nee e ees 04 27 MinOl EE 05 Mitsubishi ch tide taccvcncicn 04 27 Montgomery Ward scccssssesetees 06 OT EE 07 15 32 INE EE 02 14 16 30 PAanaSONiG scientist akan eaknk 08 POT AX sicher Ra 05 PRICU ME 08 29 PRINDS recni aO 08 29 Pionie einer a 05 EENEG eebe ee 00 KREE 08 RCA WEE 00 05 07 28 35 37 Real enn gdegegee gege 02 06 08 12 15 SIMSONA eeng 07 32 DALY EE 02 12 EE 04 13 EEN 02 05 18 19 SAT EE 06 24 e EI
79. om its terminal or contact other wires or terminals If the cores of two wires touch each other damage to components could result Back of Back of Right Speaker Left Speaker The speaker switch on the back of the TV allows you to use the external speakers two ways e 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 from the TV s speakers will be turned off SPEAKER el RECH Ke Aroa 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 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 Helpful Hints External speakers placed next to the TV will sound better the higher quality they are e Very efficient small bookshelf or compact speakers will give good results for surround sound use Surround effect can often be improved by experimenting with rear speaker placement
80. or SAP audio if available by pressing or When a station is broadcasting stereo and the STEREO SAP function is set to STEREO the select stereo indicator STEREO will appear on the screen before the channel function number Normally you can leave the STEREO SAP function set to then press STEREO and your TV will then automatically reproduce either monaural or or to stereo audio whichever is broadcast Some TV stations that broadcast adjust it 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 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 2 setting will only appear in the function when SAP is available Your TV will then reproduce the SAP audio until you change channels or return the 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 The pilot signal will make the stereo indicator STEREO appear on the screen next to the channel number however you will not be able to hear stereo sound If this happens check with the TV station to inquire whether the program being broadcast is in true s
81. ote H The VCR 2 CHAN function lets you program to which channel the TV will automatically tune when you press the VCR 2 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 S The CABLE CHAN function lets you program to which channel the TV will s automatically tune when you press the CABLE button on the remote After you set the clock you will be able to see the on screen time display 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 18 hold to set the correct minutes 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 two types of closed captioning transmissions available Captions 1 and Captions 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 closed captioni
82. ou have to connect a cable box to your TV You will no longer have to remember the output channel of the 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 33 or 34 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 CABLE button on the remote This function is especially convenient if you have a remote controllable cable box that can be operated by the CABLE button on the remote as described on page 35 Pressing the 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 Note Pressing the CABLE button does not change between ANT A and ANT B antenna inputs as explained on page 18 Press the ANT button on the remote control to change antenna inputs if necessary Setting Up Cable Box Channel with or without remote 1 Repeatedly press MENU to select the 3 Press the button to program the SETUP MENU and then press or channel number you selected into to display the setup functions the CABLE CHAN function memory Repeatedly press MENU to select the CABLE CHAN
83. pany requires a converter decoder box that can be controlled by remote control 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 35 See diagram D if you want to connect a VCR CABLE ANTENNA i i ANT A ncoming Se Ier Cable 3 D EN ANT B Remember to tune your TV to the output channel of the converter box usually 2 3 or 4 when selecting PRETT channels via the converter box D CONVERTER C Follow this diagram if your cable company requires a converter decoder box that cannot be controlled by remote control Scrambled Cable TV Channels Converter Decoder Some cable TV decoders require that you manually switch from regular to scrambled channels on the decoder our G G whenever you wish to view the premium pay channels BACK i i By connecting the decoder to the ANT A input and OF TV CONVERTER output on the TV as shown here you can switch between the scrambled and unscrambled channels using the remote control CABLE ANTENNA To change the incoming signal from ANT A to ANT B Incoming simply press the ANT Antenna button on the remote Each Cable time you press the ANT button the channel numbers will i change color on the screen to show which antenna signal you are watching Coaxial Antenna Cabies Nonscrambled cable channels will come thru the ANT B input whenever th
84. 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 NPUT 1 jacks or 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 Programming Remote To Control Cable Box If your cable box has its own remote to change channels you will with remote only probably be able to program the TV s 1 Refer to the chart below to find the 5 Point the remote at the cable box and remote to control both the TV and code number that corresponds to the press the OFF ON button to test the the cable box brand name of your cable box Keep code number this number in mind If more than e If the right number was entered the The TV s remote is designed to one number is listed you may need cable box should turn on Pressing control several brands of cable to try each one separately until you the CHANNEL buttons should then boxes To program the remote just find the one that works also change channels on the press CABLE then ID then the two cable box digit code number for your brand of If the cable box does not react to cable box Refer to the chart below 2 Press CABLE button on remote the remote or if the remote turns to find the code number for your on the cable box but does not cable box Press the OFF ON button change ch
85. precision engineered instrument designed to give you years of enjoyment Despite its sophistication your new TV is amazingly simple to operate because it has so many automatic features To simplify operation even more the TV provides on screen prompts that guide you thru each step of the special functions The remote control allows adjustment of major operating controls and special features from the comfort of your favorite easy chair Not only is your new Set a state of the art television receiver that combines sophistication with ease of operation it also has monitor capability thus providing you flexibility whenever you choose to add additional components 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 in a safe place for future reference Table of Contents Safety Precautions cccccssccsescceesssereeeeeeeess Inside Front Cover Product Registratton REENEN Inside Front Cover First Time Operation 2 5 Operating Instructions Promt Panel Om trols EE 6 TY On Screen Status Displays cccsissscesisccisecssccavisscdassssssavevsssusccecsvesaasenseacnes 7 Remote Control Installing EE 8 Basic Operation TNCOTy EE 9 STV Oe EE 10 11 PIeCeOZe and LOOM EE 12 Channe E EE 13 VIDEO Menu General Instructions sesssescccscessescesseeseseessseesevees 14 e Color Convergence Adjustments ccsscs
86. press and then repeatedly press MENU again to select SRS ON OFF function 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 ON and SYNTH STEREO s 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 this setting If the broadcast you are receiving is mono audio select SYNTH STEREO If you do not want SRS select OFF 3 Press MENU button to select next menu item called SRS WIDTH Pressing or will change the setting between NORMAL and ENHANCE Try both settings and select the one you prefer KENE Za 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 ai _ The CAPTIONING feature lets you display as text on the screen the audio portion of certain programs encoded with the Closed Captioning CC information Two types of closed captioning are available Captions 1 and Captions 2 Select Captions 1 for full translation of the primary language in your area Captions 2 is used
87. press the CHANNEL 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 ANT 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 ANT button again to switch back to ANT A The color of the channel numbers will change back to blue to let you know you 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 is 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
88. r Adapter Usually Supplied cx with Camcorder S VHS or Standard VHS Camcorder This connection allows you to record onto the camcorder whatever is currently being displayed on the TV screen AV IN Jack Audio Video In 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 1 or 2 jacks 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 You may also want to use this connection to dub or edit VCR tapes with two or three camcorders or VCR s By connecting one camcorder or VCR to the INPUT 1 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 connected as shown here to the SELECT OUT jacks usually supplied with camcorder MER _ waar secor Back of TV NEE PU VIDEO Be sure to connect the video cable however if you plan to use the camcorder for 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
89. r re rer ne rr re EE TL RE RE EG a Audio Video Cables CASSETTE RECORDER such as RCA AHO69G cor If your amplifier is not stereo mono connect it to the TV s R MONO jack Consult the equipment s owner s manual for the manufacturer s recommended hookup Operation Select a TV channel and turn down the sound on the TY or turn off TV s internal speakers 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 Optional accessories are available from most RCA dealers or electronics supply stores 43 The digital remote control that came packed with your TV is also capable of controlling a compatible audio component To program the remote just press the AUDIO button then press the ZD button then enter the two digit code number for your brand of audio equipment 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 44 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 If more than one number
90. re yellow you are watching whatever is connected to the ANT B input on the back of the TV Details are on page 25 as Q MENU Button and Buttons Press MENU 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 to adjust the setting Details about using each function begin on page 14 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 Channel 90 lets you see the signals coming from a device that is connected to the S VIDEO connector Channel 91 accesses the INPUT I jacks and channel 92 accesses the INPUT 2 jacks CS Commercial Skip Button e Use this button when you want to scan other channels during a program break When a break occurs press CS once before changing channels The TV will count down 30 seconds on the screen and then automatically switch channels back to the original channel Press CS 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
91. rous 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 51 tand AUIS EE 4 5 6 11 14 27 EE es 46 47 48 Adding Channels to Memor cccccccesesseteessenecsseneenertees 24 ALARM EI EE li TEEN 18 21 AIBA IR REES 15 ENEE eege ee 43 44 ANT A ANT B Connectors 32 34 ANT A and ANT B Inpnuts eee 7 11 18 24 25 IN EBON EE 11 25 ANTENNA Ett be L25 ANTENNA Fugetpp great ege ua Age ig ERR 25 Antenna AGA pior iiasiesisju eaters Eed 2 Antenna Connections cccceccececseeeesceeeeeesseneeesseeseesceeuanenens 32 Arow RUMORS EE 11 12 29 Attaching Power Oto siavisinsatssavnandeccndcaseeneannren accrpeninee 3 AU DIO Batons EE 9 44 AUDIO MENU ege Ee 5 16 17 Audio Other Brands eieiei ees 44 AUTOPROGRAM Function 0 cccccececcescecessssaccesseseees 4 18 24 SEENEN 31 BALANCE Function rerin 16 BASS eet EE 16 Batteries EE eege 8 35 40 44 BOSE Me EE 14 Birand Tee 35 40 44 BRIGHTNESS Adjustment
92. s turned on Details are on page 10 Commercial Skip This display is a count down timer that appears whenever the commercial skip function is activated Details are on page 11 Captioning This display appears if closed CAPTIONING is turned on and the TV program uses closed captioning Details are on page 19 input 1 91 Input2 92 Stereo k 13 O S Video 90 Channel blue for ANT A and yellow for ANT B Channel Label Captioning Commercial Skip Channel Label This display appears when you label a channel Details are on page 22 Channel This display shows the TV s channel number whenever you change channels or press the remote 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 VCR s or camcorders that are connected to the INPUT jacks on the back of the TV
93. sldsicacsiviractouans 40 44 VCRI Button WEE E TA 9 26 28 40 41 VORZ BUUton E 9 26 28 40 41 VIDEO MEN tee See 5 14 Video Game Caution ccccccccssssessssececsserseessssceeseeseees 1 14 42 Video Input Channels eeen 24 31 36 37 40 41 42 WIC WING AO ae scas tance ylarsiase veel acanseietutoes EE AEA 3 VOLUME Buttons en dere 4 6 10 15 22 Warranty EE Back Cover Warranty Registration Card esses Inside Front Cover Wine E 2 ZOOM EIERE geed cates 11 12 13 29 53 Limited Warranty What your warranty covers e Any defect in material or workmanship For how long after your purchase s 90 days for labor charges One year for parts s 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 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 e Request in 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
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95. 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 e With your card on file we can also help you in the event of loss or theft by verifying your ownership If you did not receive a Product Registration Card please contact your dealer 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 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 Your TV operates on 120 volts 60 Hz AC power normal house power and has a polarized AC plug Because one blade of the plug is wider than the other the plug fits into the wall socket only one way Do not defeat the safety feature of this plug If you need an extension cord make sure it is polarized
96. tedly ALARM ON function n may have been activated Alar EES not turn off TV at B Check ALARM ONJOFF Function Must be set to ON correct time 3 e Check to make sure CLOCK function is set to the correct time a es Nace ya tai ay a i re se Blank Ee e Maybe Channel 90 91 or r92 selected but device omedd to those INPUT jacks is not turned on e Try another channel No sound picture okay Maybe sound is muted Try pressing VOLUME up button to restore sound e Maybe TV s speakers are turned off Check SPEAKERS ON OFF function S _ Check position of SPEAKER switch on back of TV e Use the remote CONVERGENCE function to realign the Bee picture TV picture is fuzzy or details outlined tubes by red green or blue Let ee a EE i L continued on next page 49 Can t select certain channel e Channel may not be in Channel Memory Try pressing number buttons s If using 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 AJR function must be in CABLE mode to select channels higher than 69 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 7 4 oe Noisy stereo reception No picture no sound but power light Maybe someone changed CABLE AI
97. tereo 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 prefer to leave this function set to ON Your TV will then automatically process the stereo signals whenever a stereo broadcast is received or lt whenever a stereo tape is played through a stereo VCR that is connected to the TV s audio video jacks labeled INPUT Details are on page 17 The SRS WIDTH function lets you enhance the perceived audio separation _ that occurs when the above SRS function is ON Pressing or changes the setting between NORMAL and ENHANCE Details are on page 17 The audio menu will automatically disappear from the screen if you do not press or within a few seconds The SPEAKERS function lets you turn off the TV s internal speakers by _ 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 amplifier with its own set of speakers to the appropriate jacks on the back of the TV as described on page 43 venta SRS bt 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 funct
98. 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 VCR1 or VCR2 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 D button on remote 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 within three seconds of pressing the JD button Point the remote at the VCR and press the OFF ON button to test the code number If nothing happens try pressing VCR or VCR2 whichever button you are programming s If the right number was entered the VCR should turn on If the VCR does not react to the remote repeat steps 1 thru 5 with another code number Note Some older VCRs do not have an OFF ON switch on their remote controls and cannot be turned on and off remotely If you have this type of VCR you can test the code number by pressing the CHANNEL button instead of the OFF ON 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 n the VCR whenever you press VCRI or VCR2 and then ON OFF Some VCR s turn on automatically when you press VCR or VCR2 You ll be able to control the VCR whenever the remote is in the VCR mode T
99. tton labeled TV The the screen remote will go back into the TV Mode and will control the TV To restore sound press MUTE again or press VOLUME up again 65 PC Previous Channel Button 2 CHANNEL Buttons Pressing the PC button causes the TV to change back to the last e Press CHANNEL up to select the next higher channel in channel tuned channel This is useful should you want to monitor two memory channels Press CHANNEL down to select the next lower channel in channel To operate select the first channel you wish to watch Then select memory the other channel by pressing two number buttons for example You can add or erase channels in memory as desired Details are press 0 then 6 for channel 6 The TV will now change back and on page 24 forth between the two channels each time you press the PC button 10 Pea 7 Sa ee Te ee RE Aen E Zi n E EA DRE EE ek e E bi Re ie Ate L eee Bay chy TUES Bes 2 ET E v e 6 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 7 CLEAR Button e Pressing CLEAR clears the screen of all on screen display messages except MUTE and PARENTAL CONTROL SRS Button e Press repeatedly to change settings of SRS function Sound Retrieval System e Details are on page 17 SRS and are registered trademarks of Hughes Aircraft Company a division of GM Hughes Ele
100. tton on the remote to add more time to the SLEEP TIMER display 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 20 By setting the alarm you can program the TV to turn on and or off by itself 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 5 IMPORTANT NOTE During extended power failures the alarm function will be disabled The alarm ON TIME and OFF TIME will 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 c
101. 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 control bass and treble functions Audio Cassette Recorder or Amplifier _ AVOID 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 VOLUME buttons on the TV s front panel or the TV s remote control Connection Connect SELECT OUT L and R to the corresponding input jacks on the stereo amplifier or audio cassette recorder STEREO AMPLIFIER Back of TV Connection Connect the L and R HI FI OUT jacks 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 16 Adjust the amplifier for normal listening Then control sound with the VOLUME and MUTE buttons on the TV s remote re i a o
102. your television Any additional information should be obtained from your Dealer Installation and related adjustments e Signal reception problems not caused by your television Damage from misuse or neglect e Remote control batteries s A television that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes e A television purchased or serviced outside the USA If you would like a copy of this ma French please follow the instructio Product Registration Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your Si un livret d instructions en francai set It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary The inclus avec votre appareil vous pot return of the card is not required for warranty coverage obtenir un NDIQUER LE NUME MODELE VOTRE NOM ET VO How state law relates to this warranty ADRESSE en vous adressant a e This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state Thomsor Consumer Electronics E P O Box 0944 If you purchased your television in Canada i Indianapolis Indiana 46206 0944 e The Canadian Warranty applies in place of this Warranty Attn Canadian Operatior s For Canadian Consumers the toll f numbers are Er glish 1 800 522 033 French 1 800 522 044 4993 Thomson Consumer Electror Trademark s Registered

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