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1. eere 14 How to Find the Remote Sensor 1 nennen nnne nennen 14 Placing the G LINK Wands 14 BRE M RT 15 Put Batteries in the Remote niin nnn nn 15 How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Interactive Setup 15 Turn on the a 15 Complete the Interactive nnn nn 16 Set the Menu Language ceret deduc cere tt cec dee sete 16 Complete Auto Channel Search sse 16 The GUIDE Plus System Setup 16 agris TM EN 20 Next Steps eit heit hn cd dcr nil tr rtis 20 Chapter 2 Using the Remote Control The Buttons on the Remote Control 22 Using the WHO INPUT 23 Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components 24 Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote 24 How to Program the Remote sess ennnee 24 How to Use the Remote After You ve Programmed It 25 hire lp 26
2. 39 Blocking Specific Content Themes 41 Viewing Specific Content Themes nente nnne nnns 42 V Chip Movie Rating 43 V Chip Unrated Program Block 44 Channel Block H 44 Front Panel Block iiie eet ee ee eod os 45 Lock Unlock Parental Controls nnns 45 Chapter 4 Using the TV s Menu System How to Use Your TV s Menu System 48 PUDE T 48 Picture Quality Menu 49 Screen i 50 Using Closed Captioning 50 Closed Caption Modes 2 sn nnns rennes 50 Channel Men idonee ee ts eens east ed dresse edens ses ReGen 51 c eR 52 Chapter 5 Other Information Troubleshooting iiti erento 54 Gale est 56 Th Front OF YOUR TV eR 57 Limited Warranty este cise eect a elec eet 57 Accessory Order een 59 DI c M
3. programs e Skip this step the GUIDE Plus system won t be able to automatically schedule programs to record on your VCR STEP 4 Sets Step 4 Confirming Your Settings ee Sata 1 Check to make sure all settings are complete and correct If all settings are mos m complete highlight Yes end setup and press OK If your cable box and or hc taper dum B VCR code testing failed you should see INCOMPLETE where the cable box and VCR codes are listed Once setup is complete additional Are the above pettingr correct screens appear Yes end setup dune deni If any settings are incomplete or incorrect highlight No repeat setup process and press OK Follow the instructions on the screen Teo Ty eeir Pan gatos ari ba rar ower TT EE T3 2 You can choose to view a demo of the GUIDE Plus features which may Ree eee e take a few minutes to load If you don t want to see the demo right now eae Pw press OK to watch TV iat you Mie bo di nrw Walch TV Viena demo Tu eels cur Pn aprire iari be aem Pepa B ki Pimi What to Expect The next time you turn on your TV the GUIDE Plus system will appear on the screen The following examples explain what you might see e If all of the program information has been sent to your TV the GUIDE Plu
4. Introduction Key Features Overview 1 On screen Program Guide 1 V Chip Parental Controls eee iets 1 Ul allalc DL DE 2 Component Y PB PR Jacks En ian Seer 2 Chapter 1 Connections amp Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect 6 Protect Against POWEr 50 i Ee nace 6 Protect Components from Overheating sse 6 Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference 6 Important Stand and Base Safety Information sse 6 Use Indirect be istered a sees 6 Connection Pictures 6 DEMO E EE 6 Choose Your 7 VGR DVD Play Citi saci ace ceca aes gece bee eid atts 9 TV VCR Satellite 11 sud 12 Jacks on the Back of the TV euius aaa aiai 13 Why You Should Connect This G LINK Cable
5. Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton This will only add delays in service for your product IMPORTER for Mexico only Comercializadora Thomson de M xico S A de C V Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra 57 Col Ampliaci n Granada C P 11529 M xico D F Telefono 55 25 81 53 20 R F C CTM 980723 KS5 EXPORTER Thomson multimedia Inc 10330 North Meridian Street Indianapolis IN 46290 2002 Thomson multimedia Inc Trademark s Registered Marca s Registrada s Printed in USA THOMSON TOCOM 15893000 THOMSON
6. carmi oaii pe ee ne B Gable boa ow Danid Lo efie CP Highlight the channel to which you have to tune your TV in order to see cable programming and press OK a screen appears reminding you to connect your G LINK cable to your TV and cable box Notes Channel 03 is the most common Choose Video1 AUX if your cable box is connected to your TV with audio video cables instead of a coaxial cable Go to page 7 for pictures of these cables Highlight your brand of cable box and press OK If your brand isn t listed highlight Not Listed and press OK Make sure your cable box is on Tune the cable box to channel 02 use the remote control that came with your cable box or press the channel buttons on the cable box Press OK the GUIDE Plus system starts testing codes Important Note When code testing is in progress don t touch your TV VCR cable box or any of the remote controls for these products Look at your cable box If it is still on and changed to channel 09 the test was successful Highlight Yes and press OK STEP 3 Configuring for a VCR appears If your cable box didn t change to channel 09 or turned itself off you have two choices No and Test this code again Test this code again If you think the TV the cable box or any of the remote controls might have been touched or bumped during the test highlight Test this code again and press OK
7. Television User s Guide Changing Entertainment Again Please read this manual before operating this product for the first time TOCOM 15893000 Model F27443 IGE MSTA Important Information WARNING CAUTION Caution To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove cover or back No user serviceable i i RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK cus ph b edd Pa of fire or SONO DEN parts inside Refer servicing to qualified service electric shock do not expose this product to rain or moisture personnel This symbol indicates This symbol indicates dangerous voltage inside important instructions the product that presents a accompanying the product risk of electric shock or personal injury Caution To prevent electric shock match wide blade of plug to wide slot fully insert Power Consumption 90 140V 60 Hz A C 128W Attention Pour viter les chocs lectriques introduire DHS la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu au fond Refer to the identification rating label located on the back panel of your product for its proper operating voltage FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user s authority to operate it Caution Using video games or any external accessory with fixed images for extended periods of time can cause them to be permanently imprinted
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9. Table of Contents Chapter 3 Using the TV s Features About the GUIDE Plus System ccs cccesseccensecedeoncensneeesceecssnesedeueeeunsterenneeenseseeseane 28 Downloading 28 Getting In amp Out of the GUIDE Plus System 4 29 The GUIDE Plus System Menus 29 Grid Guide aes cog stas 29 T EE errr tre 31 ADU is 32 e 32 MESSAGES raidai Ner Tapiiri Tadui 33 34 34 How to Get More Information About an Advertisement a Program 35 PEOImOLIOLIS 35 GUIDE Plus Menu Items irure ede 35 Channel ERE 36 Why You Should Use the Auto Tuning Feature eese 36 How to Set Up the Auto Tuning Feature sess eene ennt 36 Parental Controls and enne nnn nnn 38 How V Chip Works 38 TV
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11. Char Rating Status sections 5 Fron PG 13 6 Lock Press To access the V CHIP MOVIE RATING LIMIT menu Y v to view programs with Exit this rating Press MENU to exit RATING STATUS 1 Press MENU on the remote control the TV MAIN MENU appears NR Block ee Bleck 2 Select Parental Controls press 6 Block BOEK 3 Select V Chip Movie Rating Limit press 2 View Rating field Rating Blocking Movie Ratings status field If you only want your child to watch movies that have PG rating and lower V CHIP MOVIE RATING LIMIT Pating rA Gn other words movies rated PG and G then you could automatically block PG 13 Block out all other movies with higher ratings Press v to view programs with this rating Press MENU to exit To block movies RATING STATUS M EHE 1 Highlight the Rating field and press the up and down arrow buttons to find et BUE the rating that is the lowest rating you don t want the child to watch In Mes the example above you would highlight the rating status button View corresponding to PG 13 since the highest rating you want the child to watch is PG 2 Press the right arrow button to highlight the rating Status field Press the up and down arrow buttons to change the button from View to Block All higher ratings automatically change to Block Press OK to return to the menu or exit the screen 4 If Parental Controls are not locked you must lock them so the movie rat
12. Menu Picture Quality Menu Screen Menu Using Closed Captioning Channel Menu Time Menu Grapbics contained witbin tbis publication are for representation only 47 Using the TV s Nenu System How to Use Your TV s Menu System You use the buttons on the remote or the front of your TV to access the menu system and make changes to the settings The following pages explain how to use the different types of menus to adjust the features of your TV TV MAIN MENU Menus The first menu is called the Main menu Press MENU the remote or on the front panel to bring up the Main menu Note that holding MENU for 2 seconds Time displays the GUIDE Plus system Parental Controls GUIDE Plus Menu Menus take you to another menu or a control panel There are two ways to er select a choice in a menu F Un Use your arrow buttons your remote control to highlight your choice and press OK e Press a number button on the remote For example in the Main menu press Tip 3 to go straight to the Screen menu Feel free to explore the menu system If you re ever unsure where you are in the menu system or you re Exitin men just plain tired of exploring press CLEAR to remove t ga meny the menus from the screen and start over again There are three ways to exit a menu e Highlight Exit and press OK e Press 0 on the remote e Press CLEAR The on screen displays
13. Picture Controls 49 Batteries for the remote 15 Black Level 49 Block Age Based Ratings 40 Front Panel 45 Movie Ratings 43 Specific Content Themes 41 V Chip Unrated Program 44 Buttons remote control 22 C Cable Box code list 26 Cable Antenna jack 13 Cables Audio Video 7 coaxial 7 G LINK 7 S Video 7 YP P7 CC Closed Captioning 50 CH button 22 CH button 22 Channel Banner 36 Block 44 Labels 51 Lineup 28 Menu 51 Search 16 Channels menu 34 CLEAR button 22 Closed Caption Display 50 Mode 50 Coaxial cable 7 Code list Audio 26 Cable Box 26 Satellite Receiver 26 VCR 26 Color Warmth 49 Connections VCR 12 TV VCR DVD Player 9 TV VCR Satellite Receiver 11 Content Themes 39 Contrast 49 D Demo Pin 6 DVD button 22 Channel 37 F Finding the sensor 14 FORWARD button 22 Front panel 57 block 45 jacks 57 G G LINK cable 7 connecting 14 jack 13 GO BACK button 22 Grid Guide menu 29 GUIDE button 22 GUIDE Plus system Channel Lineup 28 Downloading Information 28 Setup 16 INFO button 22 Interactive setup 16 J Jacks 13 AUDIO R L 13 CABLE ANTENNA 13 Front panel 57 G LINK 13 S VIDEO 13 VIDEO 13 YP P 13 L L E D button 22 Labels 51 Language 50 Languages Selecting 16 Locating remote sensor 14 Lock Parental Controls 45 M Memory 51 Menu Audio 48 Channel 51 Channels 34 Grid Guide 29 Language 50 Messages 33 News 32 Picture Quality 49 Schedule 32 Sc
14. SAP Displayed when the current channel is broadcasting SAP Second Audio Program information gs Displayed when the Sleep Timer has been set 00 00 Displayed to count down time left on the commercial skip SKIP timer Why You Should Use the Auto Tuning Feature The auto tuning feature automatically tunes the TV to the correct channel for different components you have connected to your TV like a VCR DVD Player etc When you set up auto tuning in the menu system you don t have to remember to change your TV to channel 3 for example when you want to watch the tape in your VCR How to Set Up the Auto Tuning Feature The way you set up the auto tuning feature in the TV s menu corresponds to the component buttons on the remote and the way you have each component connected to your TV When you set auto tuning you re telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press the VCR1 VCR2 DVD or SATeCABLE button on the remote control 36 Chapter 3 TV MAIN MENU Audio Picture Quality Screen CHANNEL 1 Signal Type 2 Auto Channel Search 3 List and Labels SET SAT CABLE CHANNEL 2 Channel 2 3 Channel 3 4 Channel 4 5 Video Input 1 Using the TV s Features Press MENU the TV MAIN MENU appears Highlight Channel and press OK on your remote control Highlight Auto Tuning and press OK Bow m n Choose which channel you would like to set Set VCR1 Cbannel Displays a list that lets you set up the channel that t
15. The on screen directions guide you through the steps needed to set the schedule Set Time Displays a control panel that lets you enter the current time The on screen directions guide you through the steps needed to set the time If your GUIDE Plus system is set up it will automatically update your time and this option will not appear 52 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Other Information Chapter Overview e Troubleshooting e Care and Cleaning e The Front of Your TV e Limited Warranty e Accessory Order Form e Index Changing Entertainment Again Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only Other Information Troubleshooting Most problems you encounter with your TV you can correct by consulting the Troubleshooting list that follows Note If you prefer we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service Representative who will visit your home for a fee to install your electronic entertainment system and to instruct you in its operation For details about this service call 1 888 206 3359 TV Problems TV won t turn on e Press the TV button e Make sure the TV is plugged in e Check the wall receptacle or extension cord to make sure it is live by plugging in something else e Something might be wrong with your remote control Press the POWER button on the front of the TV If the TV turns on check the remote control solutions on page 56 e front panel controls
16. and you want the TV to tune to channel 4 when you press the corresponding button on the remote Reminder make sure the components Channel 3 4 switch is set to channel 4 Video Input 1 Component is connected to the VIDEO Input jack on the back of the TV and you want the TV to tune to VID1 Input Channel when you press the component button Note You should choose Video Input 1 for your VCR if you connected it to the TV with audio video cables Chapter 3 37 Using the TV s Features OONCIU EWN TV MAIN MENU Audio Picture Quality Screen Channel Time Parental Controls B PARENTAL CONTROLS 1 V Chip TV Rating Limit 2 V Chip Movie Rating Limit 3 V Chip Unrated Program Block 4 Channel Block 5 Front Panel Block 6 Lock Parental Controls 0 Exit Parental Controls and V Chip The Parental Controls menu allows you to program your TV so that children cannot see certain programs channels or use the front panel controls The first three choices in the Parental Controls menu involve software inside your TV referred to as V Chip which allows you to block TV programs and movies based on violence sex or other content you may believe children should not view In other words it lets you program your TV so it won t display certain programs Once you block programs you or other adults can unblock programs by entering a password By default the software inside your TV is turned off so if y
17. are cleared from the screen and you return to TV viewing TV MAIN MENU Audio Menu Pict we Ser RUDRO Mute Press OK to reduce the TV s volume to its minimum level Press OK Chan again to restore the volume Time 2 Tone Controls Pare 3 Audio Processor Tone Controls Displays the slider controls for adjusting the TV s treble bass GUID 0 Exit Setu and balance Exit Audio Processor Displays choice list of available audio modes which control the way the sound comes through your speakers You can also access the AUDIO PROCESSOR menu by pressing the SOUND button on the remote Mono Plays the sound in mono only Use this setting when receiving broadcasts with weak stereo signals Stereo Splits the incoming stereo audio signal into left and right channels Most TV programs and recorded materials have stereo audio The word STEREO appears on the TV when you tune to a program that is broadcast in stereo 48 Chapter 4 Using the TV s Nenu System Expanded Stereo Electronically widens sound from stereo broadcasts stereo VCRs digital satellite systems DVD players and laserdisc players for a fuller more spacious sound Sound Logic Stereo Reduces the annoying blasts in volume during commercial breaks and also amplifies softer sounds in program material Eliminates the need to constantly adjust volume control Second Audio Program SAP Plays the program s audio in a s
18. before cleaning You can clean the TV as required using a soft lint free cloth Be sure to occasionally dust the ventilation slots in the cabinet to help assure adequate ventilation The TV s screen may be cleaned with a soft lint free cloth as well Take care not to scratch or mar the screen If necessary you may use a cloth dampened with warm water Never use strong cleaning agents such as ammonia based cleaners or abrasive powder These types of cleaners will damage the TV While cleaning do not spray liquid directly on the screen or allow liquid to run down the screen and inside the TV Also avoid placing drinks or vases with water on top of the TV This could increase the risk of fire or shock hazard or damage to the TV Caution Using video games or any external accessory with fixed images for extended periods of time can cause them to be permanently imprinted on the picture tube or projection TV picture tubes ALSO some network program logos phone numbers etc may cause similar damage This damage is not covered by your warranty 56 Chapter 5 Other Information The Front of Your TV Front Panel If you can t find your remote control you can use the buttons on your TV to operate many of the TV s features MENU Brings up the TV MAIN MENU When in the menu system it selects highlighted items Also returns you to the previous menu Press and hold MENU for two seconds to access the GUIDE Plus system CH V Scans down throu
19. may be locked disabled Use the remote control to unlock the front panel controls by selecting the Front Panel Block in the Parental Controls menu and choosing Unblock Controls don t work e If you re using the remote control press the TV button first to make sure the remote is TV mode e The front panel controls may be locked disabled Use the remote control to unlock the front panel controls by selecting the Front Panel Block in the Parental Controls menu and choosing Unblock e Unplug the TV for two minutes and then plug it back in Turn the TV on and try again TV turns off while playing e Scheduled Off function may have been activated Go to page 52 for instructions e Electronic protection circuit may have been activated because of a power surge Wait 30 seconds and then turn the TV on again If this happens frequently the voltage in your house may be abnormally high or low TV turns on unexpectedly e Scheduled On or Watch from the GUIDE Plus system may have been activated Go to page 32 or 52 for instructions Blank screen e Make sure the component connected to the TV is turned on e Try another channel When turn on the TV an icon is moving on the screen e Make sure you have removed the Demo Pin from the G LINK jack on the back of your TV No sound picture okay e Maybe sound is muted Press the volume up button to restore sound e If using S VIDEO cables to connect a component remember to also connect the compon
20. on the picture tube or projection TV picture tubes ALSO some network program logos phone numbers etc may cause similar damage This damage is not covered by your warranty 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 Product Registration Please fill out the product registration card packed separately and return it immediately Returning the card allows us to contact you if needed Product Information Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you need them These numbers are located on the product Model No Serial No Purchase Date Dealer Address Phone VCR Plus C PlusCode G LINK and GUIDE Plus are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation The VCR Plus and GUIDE Plus systems are manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation and VCR Index Systems B V respectively THOMSON MULTIMEDIA INC AND GEMSTAR ARE NOT IN ANY WAY LIABLE FOR THE ACCURACY OF THE PROGRAM INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THE GUIDE PLUS SYSTEM IN NO EVENT SHALL THOMSON MULTIMED
21. path e Maybe the remote isn t aimed directly at the component TV or VCR that you re trying to operate e Maybe remote is not in TV Mode Press the TV button so remote will control TV e Maybe batteries in remote are weak dead or installed incorrectly Put new batteries in the remote Note if you remove the batteries you may have to reprogram the remote to operate other components e You might need to drain the remote s microprocessor remove batteries and press the number 1 button for at least 60 seconds Release the 1 button replace the batteries and Gif necessary program the remote again Problems with V Chip Parental Controls The rating limits don t work e You must lock the settings Go to the MAIN MENU press MENU on your remote select Parental Controls press 6 on your remote select Lock Parental Controls press 6 on your remote don t remember my password and want to unlock the TV e If you forget your password simultaneously press and hold MENU on the television and volume down on the remote for 3 seconds Nothing appears on the screen Parental Controls simply unlock and you can re enter a password via Lock Parental Controls The V Chip won t let me watch a program even though it s not rated as violent e Maybe the movie was given an NR Not Rated status After you block movie ratings you must set NR to View separately in order to view movies with an NR rating Care and Cleaning CAUTION Turn OFF your TV
22. that lets you choose which captioning mode is used for displaying captioning information Menu Language Displays a choice list that lets you select your preferred language for the menus English Spanish or French Many programs are encoded with closed captioning information which lets you display the audio portion of a program as text on the TV screen Closed captioning is not available on all channels at all times Only specific programs encoded with closed captioning information are applicable When a program is closed captioned the CC icon is displayed in the channel banner See Chapter 3 for more information about the channel banner CLOSED CAPTION MODE 2 CC 3 4 5 Text 1 6 Text 2 7 Text 3 8 Text 4 Tip If you don t know which Closed Caption mode to use select CC1 is probably the mode that is used in your area CC2 CC3 and CC4 are reserved for foreign languages but are rarely used at this time Closed Caption Modes The TV offers eight closed captioned modes including four text modes To set the Closed Caption Mode Select Screen from the Main menu Highlight Closed Caption Mode and press OK the Closed Caption Mode appears Highlight your choice and press OK the Screen menu appears again Note The Text modes cover nearly half of the picture on the screen to display the closed captioned text Most broadcasters use the CC mode which displays a few lines of captions at a
23. two digit channel press the two digits To enter a three digit channel press and hold the first digit for two seconds until two dashes appear to the right of the number then add the second two Example to tune to channel 123 press and hold 1 for two seconds press 2 then press 3 Arrow buttons up down left right Move through the on screen menu system ANTENNA Functions as TV VCR button in VCR mode and TV receiver button in SATeCABLE mode AUX auxiliary Puts the remote in auxiliary mode to operate the component you ve programmed the remote to operate with this button You can program this button to control a cable box RCA audio components a VCR or satellite receiver If you set up the Auto Tuning feature Chapter 3 pressing the AUX button automatically tunes the TV to the correct channel CH up and down buttons Scan up or down through the current channel list Press once to change the channel up or down press and hold to continue changing channels CLEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns you to TV viewing DVD Puts the remote in DVD mode If you set up the Auto Tuning feature Chapter 3 pressing the DVD button automatically tunes the TV to the correct channel FORWARD If you re operating VCR or DVD player with the remote control press FORWARD to advance a videotape or disc GO BACK Returns you to the previous channel GUIDE Displays the GUIDE Plus system press GUIDE again to remove it
24. window is locked press OK to tune to the highlighted channel If the video window is unlocked it will automatically tune to that channel 30 Chapter 3 Using the TV s Features Sort menu So rt selection The Sort menu lets you browse programs by category The channel to which you are currently tuned is displayed in the video window To Sort 1 If the GUIDE Plus system isn t on your screen press GUIDE on your remote control 2 Press MENU on the remote to select the Menu bar 3 Use the arrows to highlight Sort When Sort is highlighted for the first time the Movies category is displayed Thereafter the last category used becomes the default A listing of subcategories is displayed below the category name Categories Use the left and right arrows to highlight other categories 4 Usethe up and down arrow buttons to highlight a subcategory For example highlight A and press OK the GUIDE Plus system sorts the programs 5 Press the up and down arrow buttons to review the list one program at a time Press the channel up and down to review the list one page at a time 6 Select MENU to return to the menu bar or press GUIDE or CLEAR to exit the GUIDE Plus system Then use the Sort Menu Action Buttons as described next TA TY Sort Menu Action Buttons When viewing the results of a Sort the following Action buttons appear e Watch Press 1 on the remote to place a timer in the Schedule and then follow t
25. 0 RCA 5000 Realistic 5063 Sony 5072 STS1 5064 STS2 5065 STS3 5066 STS 5067 Toshiba 5068 Toshiba 5073 Uniden Audio For RCA and Dimensia brands only AM FM 4003 4004 4005 4007 4006 26 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Using the TV s Features Chapter Overview e About the GUIDE Plus System e The Channel Banner e Auto Tuning e Parental Controls and V Chip Changing Entertainment Again Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only Using the TV s Features Video Action Program Menu window buttons information options L IECIT Fidis BHL A Dri HEE Kew xa Promotional Channel information listings Tip Since the program information provided by the GUIDE Plus system is based on your locale you will need to run Setup again if you move to a different zip or postal code About the GUIDE Plus System The GUIDE Plus system is an interactive on screen program guide that lists TV schedules for your area and allows your TV direct control of a cable box and or VCR You must first set up the GUIDE Plus Menu system in order to view this on screen program guide see Chapter 1 for details Press GUIDE to bring up the GUIDE Plus system There are six sections of the GUIDE Plus system e Video window e row of Action buttons at the top of the screen 7 2and 3 e Program information e row of menu options Grid Sort News Schedule Message
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27. 5 H Pusb on Cable attaches to tbe round antenna Monaural VCR Dubbing Cable 6 ft VH83 5 95 connectors called 75 ohm 7 Tyre on the back of your Stereo VCR Dubbing Cable 6 ft VH84 9 95 VCR or TV Ends push on Component Video Cables 6 ft DT6DC 24 95 VH89 6 ft for a quick connection Component Video Cables 12 ft DT12DC 34 95 S Video Cable 6 ft VH976 7 95 Monaural VCR Dubbing Cable Double cable that lets S Video Cable 12 ft VH913 14 95 you connect the video and _ audio jatksof two VHS 2 way Signal Splitter VH47 3 95 VCRs to duplicate tapes Amplified Antenna ANT200 49 95 Can also be used to connect VCR to your TV Cable is Remote Control CRK76TE1 242524 30 35 color coded and sbielded Gold Tipped cable Has RCA type phono plugs Antenna Mixer not shown 193984 11 15 VH83 6 ft on each end AudioeVideo Adapter not shown 228449 4 45 Stereo VCR Dubbing Cable Triple cable that lets you connect the VIDEO and AUDIO jacks of stereo components Prices are subject to change without notice Total Merchandise Sales Tax We are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for each individual state country and locality to which the merchandise is being sent Gold Tipped cable VH84 6 ft Component Video Cables Triple cable used to connect a video source with Y jacks to the TV Shipping and Handling Total Amo
28. IA INC OR GEMSTAR BE LIABLE FOR ANY AMOUNT REPRESENTING LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS OR INDIRECT SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROVISION OR USE OF ANY INFORMATION EQUIPMENT OR SERVICES RELATING TO THE GUIDE PLUS SYSTEM VCR required for recording Introduction Key Features Overview Your TV is equipped with features that will add to your TV viewing experience The following information summarizes a few of these features Chapter 3 provides more information about the rest of the TV s features and how to use them V CHIP TV RATING LIMIT Content Rating Status DLS V FV TV 14 View v V Press v to block programs with this content for this rating RATING STATUS DLS V FV TV MA View TV 14 View V TV PG View V TV G View TV Y7 View TV Y View On screen Program Guide Description The GUIDE Plus system is an on screen interactive list of programs and information that is built into your TV You can scroll through the guide to see what s on and tune directly to that program from the guide You can also browse programs by category with the sort feature When you access the News feature MSNBC appears in your video window if it s available through your TV One Touch VCR Recording is another benefit of the GUIDE Plus system You don t have to remember to program your VCR or use the menus in your VCR to set up a recording Requirements e Complete the on screen in
29. ID1 CVID1 SVID1 and the current channel and view the content from the component you have connected to the TV 1 Press TV to place the remote in TV mode Make sure that the content from the component is turned ON 2 Press WHO INPUT to tune to the available input source and view the component 3 Press WHO INPUT again to tune back to the channel you were previously watching Chapter 2 23 Using the Remote Control VCRI ON OFF VCR2 AUX LAA CH 2 CH VOL Ne CLEAR REVERSE PLAY gt STOP B You ll use these buttons when you program the remote to operate another component The remote may not operate all models of all brands Tip To stop the automatic code search without programming any components press and hold CLEAR until the light on the remote turns off Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components The universal remote control can be programmed to operate most brands of remote controllable VCRs RCA audio receivers satellite receivers and cable boxes The remote is already programmed to operate most RCA GE and Proscan VCRs DVD players audio receivers and satellite receivers Note The TV and DVD buttons cannot be programmed Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote To determine whether the universal remote needs to be programmed turn a component ON such as a VCR point the remote at the VCR and press the VCR button
30. R sometimes labeled OUT TO TV and to the CABLE ANTENNA jack on the TV 4 Connect G LINK cable If you haven t already done so remove the Demo Pin from the G LINK jack Then connect the G LINK cable to the G LINK jack on the TV Next step place one of the wands of the G LINK cable to work with your VCR instructions are on page 14 Go to page 14 Chapter 1 11 Connections amp Setup TV back panel CABLE ANTENNA IN FROM ANT CH3 From Cable or Antenna TV VCR 1 Connect your TV to your VCR A Connect a coaxial cable to the CABLE ANTENNA jack on your TV and to the Output Jack on your VCR sometimes labeled OUT TO TV B Connect the audio video cables Connect audio cables white and red to the AUDIO R and L jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output Jacks on the VCR sometimes labeled OUT R L C Connect the video cable yellow to the VIDEO jack on the back of the TV and to the Video Output Jack on the VCR 2 Connect cable or antenna to your VCR Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet cable box or antenna to the Input Jack on your VCR sometimes labeled IN FROM ANTENNA or IN FROM ANT 3 Connect the G LINK cable to the TV If you haven t already done so remove the Demo Pin from the G LINK jack Then connect the G LINK cable to the G LINK jack on the TV Next step place one of the wands of the G LINK cable to work with your VCR instructions a
31. RE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE How state law relates to this warranty e Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you e This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state If you purchased your product outside the United States e This warranty does not apply Contact your dealer for warranty information Service calls which do not involve defective materials or workmanship are not covered by this warranty Costs of such service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser 58 Chapter 5 Other Information Screw on Cable attaches to the round antenna connectors called 75 ohm F type on the back of your Accessory Order Form Description Part No Price Qty VCR or TV The ends screw VH81 3 ft onto the connectors for a Screw on antenna cable 3 ft VH81 3 95 VH82 6 ft secure connection Screw on antenna cable 6 ft VH82 4 95 Push on antenna cable 6 ft VH89 5 9
32. S 61 Chapter 1 Connections amp Setup Chapter Overview e Things to Consider Before You Connect e Choose Your Connection e Connections e Jacks on the Back of the TV e Why You Should Connect This G LINK Cable e Plug in the TV e Put Batteries in the Remote How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Interactive Setup e Turn on the TV e Complete the Interactive Setup Changing Entertainment Again Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only 5 Connections amp Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect Protect Against Power Surges e Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet e Turn off the TV and or component before you connect or disconnect any cables e Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded Refer to the Important Safeguards sheet packed with your TV Protect Components from Overheating e Dont block ventilation holes on any of the components Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely Don t stack components e When you place components in a stand make sure you allow adequate ventilation e If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier place it on the top shelf so the heated air from it won t flow around other components Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference e Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack e If you place components above the TV route all cabl
33. TV and press OK If your brand isn t listed highlight Not Listed and press OK Tune your VCR to channel 02 Next turn OFF your VCR When you complete these steps press OK to begin testing Important Note When code testing is in progress don t touch your TV VCR or any of the remote controls for these products Look at the front of your VCR If your VCR turned on automatically and changed to channel 09 the test was successful Highlight Yes and press OK If your VCR didn t change to channel 09 you can either choose No or Test this code again If you think your TV or remotes might have been touched during the test tune your VCR to channel 02 turn off your VCR and highlight Test this code again If you don t think the test was interrupted highlight No Tune your VCR to channel 02 and turn off your VCR Press OK the GUIDE Plus system starts testing another set of codes Keep following the previous instructions until the VCR finds the correct code Chapter 1 19 Connections amp Setup Tip Note If the GUIDE Plus system can t locate the correct code for the VCR a list of troubleshooting instructions appears to help you before you try again Leave your cable box turned ON to e Try VCR configuration again repeat VCR setup download program information MES ius Test alternate codes tests selected brands and if this fails the test continues Leave your VCR turned OFF to record with all codes in the system
34. Then press ON OFF or channel up or channel down to see if the VCR responds to the remote commands If not the remote needs to be programmed How to Program the Remote There are two ways to program the remote control automatic code search and direct entry Instructions for both ways follow Using Automatic Code Search 1 Turn on the component you want the remote to operate VCR etc 2 Press and hold the component button on the remote control that corresponds to the component you want the remote to operate VCRI etc While you hold down the component button press and hold ON e OFF when the light on the remote turns on release both buttons 3 Press PLAY the light on the remote located below the OFF button starts flashing The remote is searching the first set of component codes there are 20 sets of codes If the component you want to operate doesn t turn off automatically after 5 seconds press PLAY again the light starts flashing again as the remote searches through the next set of codes Continue pressing PLAY until the component turns off Note If the component doesn t turn off after you ve pressed the PLAY button 20 times the component can t be programmed 4 Press REVERSE wait 2 seconds Repeat this step until the component turns back on 5 To finish press and hold the STOP button until the light on the remote turns off 24 Chapter 2 Using the Remote Control Using Direct Entry 1
35. Turn on the component you want the remote to operate 2 Look up the brand and code number s for the component on the code list on page 26 3 Press and hold the component button that corresponds to the component you want the remote to operate VCR1 etc 4 Enter the code from the code list 5 Release the component button Press ON OFF to see if the component responds to the remote commands If it doesn t try pressing the component button and then ON OFF again 7 If you get no response repeat these steps using the next code listed for your brand until the component responds to the remote commands 1 How to Use the Remote After You ve Programmed It Tip Once the remote has been programmed successfully you are ready to use it to control your components To operate the component The buttons might operate differently for 1 Press the component button TV VCR1 VCR2 DVD AUX SAT CABLE to set the remote to other components operate the component especially when you re using another component s menu 3 system Press ONeOFF to turn the component ON or OFF Use the remote buttons that apply to that component Note If you keep pressing buttons and nothing happens the remote is probably in the wrong mode You must press the component button that matches the component you want to operate i e if you want to operate the VCR press VCR1 on the remote control to put the remote in VCR mode Chapter 2 25 Using the Remo
36. When using Y P P make sure to connect left and right audio cables to the R AUDIO L Input jacks Chapter 1 13 Connections amp Setup Why You Should Connect This G LINK Cable The G LINK cable enables the GUIDE Plus system the on screen interactive program guide to work with your VCR and or cable box Cable Box If your TV is connected to a cable box you must connect the G LINK cable to receive TV program listings for your area and to tune directly to a channel when the program guide is on your TV screen VCR If your TV is connected to a VCR and you don t connect the G LINK cable one touch VCR recording won t work The other features of the guide will work properly G LINK wands Tip If you don t have both a cable box and a VCR connected to your TV just coil the cable of the extra G LINK wand with a twist tie and leave it behind the TV How to Find the Remote Sensor You have to place the G LINK wands in front of the remote sensor on the VCR and or cable box Some cable boxes and VCRs have the remote sensor labeled on the unit If the remote sensor isn t labeled on your VCR and or cable box you need to use the remote control that came with the VCR and or cable box to locate the sensor 1 Turn off the VCR and or cable box 2 Hold the remote control not the one that came with your TV but the one that came with the cable box and or VCR to which you re attaching the G LINK cable so that it is
37. ased ratings Programs received with no content themes will only be blocked if you block their age based rating You must remember to lock Parental Controls for rating limits to take effect Viewing Specific Content Themes If you block specific content themes you have the option of going back and changing some of the content themes back to V View Determine the content themes you want to change to V View Use the up and down arrow buttons to scroll through the age based ratings until the rating whose content theme you want to change to View appears Press the right arrow button to move the yellow highlight to a particular content theme status such as the B under language L corresponding with TV 14 Press the up or down arrow button to change its status back to V Your child would then be able to watch programs with TV 14 adult language content but not programs with TV PG or TV MA language content Note Only the content theme status corresponding to TV 14 L language changes to V View Higher rated content themes such as that for TV MA language do not change 42 Chapter 3 Using the TV s Features PARENTAL CONTROLS V Chip Movie Rating Limit 1 V Chip TV Rating Limit You set movie rating limits by blocking movies rated above a specified level 2 V Chip Movie Rating Limit 3 V Ch 2 How to block movie ratings and view movie ratings is explained in the next two V CHIP MOVIE RATING LIMIT 4
38. ct from a list of age based ratings Content Themes Lists the content themes you can block or view Content Status Fields Lets you select which content themes to view for you can block or view Rating X Rating field status field RATING TV MA Tv 14 TV PG TV G TV Y7 the selected rating STATUS whether the status of the View content theme is currently View V View V or Block B View View View View Rating Settings Area Lets you see the current block view state of age based ratings and associated content The View V settings are coded in green and the Block B settings are coded in red Content status fields V CHIP TV RATING LIMIT Conti Rating Status Ima Eeo ent uc DLS V FV BBBB Press v to view programs with this rating Press MENU to exit RATING STATUS TV MA Block 14 Block Block View View Tip DLS V FV B B When you change the status of a rating to Block the system will automatically block higher ratings and all corresponding content themes Blocking Age Based Ratings You can automatically block all program ratings above a specified age based rating level For example if you only want your child to watch programs that have a TV G rating and lower in other words you want the child to watch TV G TV Y7 and TV Y then you need to block out other programming with higher ratings To block programs with higher rat
39. cting tbe antenna Remote Control This is the remote control that came packed with your TV Replacements or spares can be ordered as needed address clearly order will save you days CRK76TE1 of waiting pisei usu ecd esce e pu odere To Order To place your order by phone have your Visa 1 MasterCard or Discover Card ready and call the toll free Street number listed below i Apt Use this number only to place an order for accessory 1 City items listed on this order form ity 1 800 338 0376 State Zip l To place your order by mail detach and mail the Daytime phone number completed order form with credit card information 4 money order or check in US currency made payable to Please make sure that both sides of this form Thomson multimedia Inc to the following address have been filled out completely Allow 4 weeks for delivery Video Accessories All accessories are subject to availability PO Box 8419 Prices are subject to change Ronks 17573 a 60 Chapter 5 A Accessories 59 Advanced connections 9 11 Age Based Ratings 39 ANTENNA button 22 Arrow buttons 22 Audio Code list 26 Menu 48 Processor 48 Audio Video cables 7 jacks 13 Auto Channel Search 51 Color 49 Tuning 51 DVD Channel 37 SAT CABLE Channel 37 VCR1 Channel 37 VCR2 Channel 37 AUX auxiliary button 22 Basic connections 12
40. e GUIDE Plus system setup GUIDE Plus Label Displays the GUIDE Plus label menu On Displays the station name when you change channels Off The station name isn t displayed when you change channels Continuous Demo Runs the GUIDE Plus system demonstration until it is turned off To turn off the demonstration you must turn off the TV Note If you have not completed your GUIDE Plus system setup these options will not be available A screen will prompt you to complete your setup Chapter 3 35 Using the TV s Features Sample displays on a Channel Banner T 2 lt DVD VCR2 AUX SAT CABLE ASAA With the auto tuning feature you can set up the TV to tune to the channel you need to watch by pressing that component s button Channel Banner There are several indicators that might appear when you press the TV or INFO buttons on the remote This display is called the Channel Banner The following list describes the items on the Channel Banner screen left to right and top to bottom 12 01 Displays the current time The lock is displayed to indicate when the Parental Controls are locked or unlocked cc Displayed when Closed Captioning is available on the current channel ESPN Displays the label assigned to the current channel 60 Displays the current channel or input channel H Mute is displayed when you mute the audio Stereo is displayed when the current channel is broadcasting in Stereo
41. eater care in monitoring this program and are cautioned against letting children under the age of 14 watch unattended This program contains one or more of the following content themes intensely suggestive dialogue D strong coarse language L intense sexual situations S or intense violence V Parental Guidance Suggested Contains material that parents may find unsuitable for younger children Many parents may want to watch it with their younger children The program contains one or more of the following content themes some suggestive dialogue D infrequent coarse language L some sexual situations S or moderate violence V General Audience Most parents would find this program suitable for all ages It contains little or no sexual dialogue D or situations S no strong language L and little or no violence V Directed to Children 7 years and older Designed for children ages 7 and above It may be more appropriate for children who have acquired the developmental skills needed to distinguish between make believe and reality Themes and elements in this program may include mild fantasy violence FV or comedic violence or may frighten children under the age of 7 All Children Themes and elements in this program are designed for a young audience including children from ages 2 6 It is not expected to frighten younger children TV MAIN MENU V Chip TV Rating Limit Audio ae c ure Quality The V Chip TV Rating Limit
42. econd language if one is available The word SAP appears on the TV when you tune to a program that is broadcast with SAP information SAP audio is broadcast in mono SAP is also used to broadcast a program s audio with descriptions of the video for the visually impaired Picture Quality Menu cture Quality Basic Picture Controls Displays the five slider controls for adjusting the way PICTURE QUALITY Ch the picture looks Ti 1 Basic Picture Controls 2 Picture Presets Contrast Adjusts the difference between the light and dark areas of GU 5 Auto Color Se 4 Color Warmth the picture Exit Color Adjusts the richness of the color Tint Adjusts the balance between the red and green levels Black Level Adjusts the brightness of the picture Sharpness Adjusts the crispness of the edges in the picture When exiting this menu the Save Personal Picture Preset choice list appears You can choose either Yes or No If you save the settings as a Personal Picture Preset the TV stores the settings so you can re select them quickly if someone changes the settings Note You can change the picture controls for each component connected to your Video Y P P and S Video jacks on the back of your TV The next time you tune to the component the picture changes according to the settings you created previously Picture Presets Displays a choice list that lets you select one of three preset picture settings Bri
43. ed to the AUDIO R and L jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output Jacks on the DVD player If your DVD player has Component Output Jacks Y P connect three video grade cables to the Y P jacks on the DVD player and to the Y P jacks on the back of the TV If your DVD player doesn t have Y jacks go to C OR C If your DVD player has an S Video jack connect an S Video cable to the S Video jack on the DVD player and the S VIDEO jack on the back of the TV If your DVD player doesn t have an S Video jack go to D OR D Connect a video cable yellow to the Video Output Jack on the DVD player and to the VIDEO jack on the back of the TV Connect your TV to your VCR Connect a coaxial cable to the CABLE ANTENNA jack on your TV and to the Output Jack on your VCR sometimes labeled OUT TO TV Note If your VCR has A V input jacks you can connect your TV to your VCR using audio video cables for better quality Connect cable or antenna to your VCR Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet cable box or antenna to the Input Jack on your VCR sometimes labeled IN FROM ANTENNA or IN FROM ANT Connect the G LINK cable to the TV If you haven t already done so remove the Demo Pin from the G LINK jack Then connect the G LINK cable to the G LINK jack on the TV Next step place one of the wands of the G LINK cable to work with your VCR instructions are on page 14 Go to page 14 C
44. emote to cancel any changes you made since entering the Cbannels Menu e Change Press 2 on the remote to change the channel number for the highlighted channel line e On Off Press 3 the remote to toggle the state of the channel between On and Off Setup The Setup menu allows you to access the GUIDE Plus system setup information To access the Setup option 1 If the GUIDE Plus system isn t on your screen press GUIDE on your remote control 2 Press MENU to select the Menu Bar 3 Use the right arrow to highlight the Setup menu selection 4 Use the up and down arrows to select Change system settings Review options or View demo e Change system settings Confirms the settings you completed in the GUIDE Plus system setup are correct Review options Displays the GUIDE Plus system auto display options On Automatically displays the GUIDE Plus system when you press the ONe OFF button on the remote control Off Disables the GUIDE Plus system from being displayed when you press the ONeOFF button on the remote control e View demo Runs the GUIDE Plus system demonstration Note If you have not completed your GUIDE Plus system setup these options will not be available A screen will prompt you to complete your setup 34 Chapter 3 Using the TV s Features How to Get More Information About an Advertisement or a Program To find out more information about a program advertisement or special use the left arrow button to high
45. ent s left and right Audio Output Jacks to the TV s R AUDIO L Input Jacks Can t select certain channel e Channel may be blocked or not approved in the Parental Controls menu e If using a VCR make sure the TV VCR button on the VCR is in the correct mode press the TV VCR button on your VCR Noisy stereo reception e The station might be weak Press the SOUND button on your remote control to change from stereo to mono 54 Chapter 5 Other Information Troubleshooting No picture no sound but TV is on e Maybe the cable air setting is set to the wrong position Select Signal Type from the Channel menu Go to page 51 for more information e The channel might be empty change channels e If you re watching your VCR and it s connected with coaxial cable to the CABLE ANTENNA jack tune the TV to channel 3 or 4 whichever channel is selected on the 3 4 switch on the back of your VCR Also check to make sure the TV VCR button on the VCR is in the correct mode press the TV VCR button on your VCR e If you re trying to watch content from a component that s connected to the TV like DVD player or VCR press the WHO e INPUT button on the remote control until the content appears Sound okay picture poor e Check antenna connections Make sure all of the cables are firmly connected to the jacks e Try adjusting sharpness function to improve weak signals Go to page 49 for more instructions Black box appears on the screen e C
46. eractive Setup The technical term is Navigation how you move through the on screen menus The theory is the same throughout the menu screens highlight your choice and select it To highlight an item on screen press the arrow buttons on the remote Use the up or down arrow button to move up or down Use the right or left arrow button to move right or left To select the item that you ve highlighted press OK Note Highlighted means that the menu item stands out from other menu items on the list appears darker brighter or a different color Turn on the TV Press the TV button on the remote control or the POWER button on the TV the first screen of the Interactive Setup appears The menu screens time out after a period of time if you don t make a selection The tips in this section tell you how to access the Setup menu screens manually Note Pressing the TV button not only turns on the TV but puts the remote into TV mode TV mode means that the buttons on the remote control operate the TV s functions Chapter 1 15 Connections amp Setup Tip To access the setup menus manually press MENU and choose Setup SETUP Select the Language to be used in these menus 2 Espa ol 3 Francais SETUP Would you Like the TV to search for all available channels 1 Search for channels 2 Skip this step Tip If you move to a new zip or postal code or if any of your information changes yo
47. es down the side of the back of the TV instead of straight down the middle of the back of the TV e If your antenna uses 300 ohm twin lead cables do not coil the cables Also keep the twin lead cables away from audio video cables Important Stand and Base Safety Information Choose the location for your TV carefully Place the TV on a stand or base that is of adequate size and strength to prevent the TV from being accidentally tipped over pushed off or pulled off This could cause personal injury and or damage the TV Refer to the Important Safeguards sheet packed with your TV Use Indirect Light Don t place the TV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen Use soft or indirect lighting Connection Pictures Audio video cables are usually bundled together For better visibility the connection pictures in this book show each cable separately audio left audio right and video Demo Pin You must remove the Demo Pin from the G LINK jack on the back of your TV in order for your TV to operate properly and to connect the G LINK cable 6 Chapter 1 Connections amp Setup Choose Your Connection There are several ways to connect your TV Please use the following chart to determine which connection is best for you Proceed to the appropriate page and connect your TV Note If you prefer we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service Representative who will visit your home for a fee to
48. from the screen INFO Displays channel information L E D light emitting diode The little light on the remote that lights when you are programming the remote It also lights when you press a valid button on the remote MENU Displays the TV s Main menu You can also press and hold for 2 seconds to display the GUIDE Plus system MUTE Lowers the volume to its minimum level Press again to restore volume OK When a menu is on the screen press OK to select the item that is highlighted ONeOFF Turns the TV on and off When the remote is in another mode DVD Satellite etc and the remote is programmed to operate that component you can press ONeOFF to turn the component on and off 22 Chapter 2 Tip To turn off all the RCA GE and Proscan components that are connected to the TV press ON OFF twice within two seconds This feature only works with most RCA GE and Proscan products Using the Remote Control PAUSE If you re operating a VCR or DVD player with the remote control press PAUSE when the videotape or disc is playing to pause playback PLAY If you re operating a VCR or DVD player plays the videotape or disc RECeVCR When the GUIDE Plus program guide is on the screen press RECeVCR to program your VCR to record a program If the remote is in VCR mode press RECe VCR to start recording REVERSE If you re operating a VCR or DVD player with the remote control press REVERSE to go backward
49. gh the current channel list When you re using the TV s menu system it acts like the arrow down button on the remote control CH Scans up through the channel list When you re using the TV s menu system it acts like the arrow up button on the remote control VOL Decreases the volume When you re using the TV s menu system it acts like the left arrow button on the remote control VOL Increases the volume When you re using the TV s menu system it acts like the right arrow button on the remote control POWER Turns the TV on and off Front Panel Jacks You can access the component you connected to the front of the TV by pressing the WHOeINPUT button on your remote until FRNT appears on the screen L MONO R VIDEO VIDEO in Receives video from another component such as a VCR zi h p h camcorder or video game console L MONO and R AUDIO Receives audio from another component such as a VCR camcorder or video game console Limited Warranty What your warranty covers e Defects in materials or workmanship For how long after your purchase e 90 days from date of purchase for labor charges e One year from date of purchase for parts e Two years from date of purchase for the picture tube The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm whichever comes first What we will do e Pay any Authorized RCA Television Service Center the labo
50. ght Lighting Normal Lighting Soft Lighting or Personal Picture Preset Choose the setting that is best for your viewing environment Auto Color Displays a choice list that lets you turn on the feature that automatically corrects the color of the picture This is especially useful for tracking realistic flesh tone colors as you switch from channel to channel Choose On or Off depending on your preference Color Warmth Displays a choice list that lets you set one of three automatic color adjustments Cool for a more blue palette of picture colors Normal and Warm for a more red palette of picture colors The warm setting corresponds to the NTSC standard of 6500 K Chapter 4 49 Using the TV s Menu System TV MAIN MENU 1 Audio 2 Picture Quality 4 Chani 5 Time SCREEN xu 1 Closed Caption Display 7 6010 2 Closed Caption Mode 8 Setu 5 Menu Language LO Exit 0 Exit Using Closed Captioning Screen Menu Closed Caption Display Displays a choice list that lets you choose the way closed captioning information is shown on the screen Off always No captioning information is displayed On always Captioning information is shown always when available On when sound is muted Captioning information is shown when available whenever the TV s sound is muted To mute the sound press the MUTE button The captioning information is not displayed when the sound is not muted Closed Caption Mode Displays a choice list
51. hapter 1 9 Connections amp Setup SATELLITE RECEIVER From Cable or Antenna Y ga Satellite Signal M Chapter 1 Connections amp Setup TV VCR Satellite Receiver 1 Connect your Satellite Receiver to your TV A Connect the audio video cables Connect the audio cables white and red to the AUDIO R and L jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output Jacks on the Satellite Receiver B Connect the video cable yellow to the VIDEO jack on the back of the TV and to the Video Output Jack on the satellite receiver C Connect S Video cable optional Connect an S Video cable to the S VIDEO jack on the TV and to the S VIDEO jack on the satellite receiver An S Video cable provides better picture quality than a regular video cable but it is optional 2 Connect coaxial cables to the Satellite Receiver A Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet cable box or antenna to the Input Jack on your satellite receiver sometimes labeled IN FROM ANT B Connect the coaxial cable from your satellite dish antenna to the Input Jack on your satellite receiver sometimes labeled SATELLITE IN 3 Connect the Satellite Receiver to the VCR and to the TV A Connect a coaxial cable to the Output Jack sometimes labeled OUT TO TV on the satellite receiver and to the Input Jack on the VCR sometimes labeled IN FROM ANT B Connect a coaxial cable to the Output Jack on the VC
52. he TV tunes to when you press the VCRI button on the remote Set VCR2 Cbannel Displays a list that lets you set up the channel that the TV tunes to when you press the VCR2 button on the remote Set DVD Cbannel Displays a list that lets you select the channel that the TV tunes to when you press the DVD button Set SAT CABLE Channel Displays a list that lets you set up the channel that the TV tunes to when you press SATeCABLE 5 Highlight the choice that matches the way you have the component connected to this TV and press OK The choices and a brief explanation follow Not connected Choose this if you don t have this particular component connected to the TV or if you don t want the TV to automatically tune to the correct channel when you re using this component Channel 2 SAT CABLE only Component satellite or cable box is connected to the CABLE ANTENNA jack on the back of the TV and you want the TV to tune to channel 2 when you press the SATe CABLE button on the remote Reminder make sure the component s Channel 2 3 4 switch is set to channel 2 Usually this switch is on the back of the component Channel Component is connected to the CABLE ANTENNA jack on the back of the TV and you want the TV to tune to channel 3 when you press the corresponding button on the remote Reminder make sure the component s Channel 3 4 switch is set to channel 3 Channel 4 Component is connected to the CABLE ANTENNA jack on the back of the TV
53. he on line help for further options Placing a timer in the Schedule will cause the TV to turn on and tune to the program highlighted in the Channel listing at the predetermined time e Record Press 3 on the remote to set the VCR to record the program highlighted in the channel listing If you have a cable box changing TV channels will not cause the cable box channel to change while recording The program information window will display a confirmation when you have successfully scheduled a program to watch or record Notes If you have selected two programs to watch or record which begin at the same time or overlap you will receive a timer conflict message You must choose between the two programs Be sure that during the GUIDE Plus system setup you specified that you have a VCR Chapter 3 31 Using the TV s Features News menu News selection The News menu lets you browse current news stories by headline 1 If the GUIDE Plus system isn t on your screen press GUIDE on your remote control 2 Press MENU on the remote control to select the menu bar 3 Use the arrows to highlight News Gf MSNBC is available on your TV it will appear in the video window 4 Use the up and down arrows to highlight a story e Use the up and down arrows to browse the list one story at a time e Use the channel up and down to browse through the list one page at a time Press the right arrow button to see full text 6 If there a
54. ing limits will take effect Note Some movies may be given a Not Rated NR rating After blocking movie ratings you must set NR to View separately to view NR movies Chapter 3 43 Using the TV s Features Rating field Rating status field V ChHTP MOVIE RATING LIMIT Status NC 17 CView Press v to block programs with this rating Press MENU to exit RATING STATUS NR Block X Block NC 17 View R Block PG 13 Block PG View G View PARENTAL CONTROLS 1 V Chip TV Rating Limit 2 V Chip Movie Rating Limit Unrated Prog V CHIP UNRATED PROGRAM BLOCK 6 Loci 0 Exi 2 Block PARENTAL CONTROLS 1 V Chip TV Rating Limit 2 V Chip Movie Rating Limit 5 V Chip Unrated Program Block 4 Channel Block gt Fre CHANNEL BLOCK 6 Lot Channel Status 0 Ex HEADIN Block Press or v keypad or CH v to set channel MENU to exit Viewing Movie Ratings After you block movie ratings you have the option of changing some of the rating status buttons back to View 1 Highlight the Rating field and press the up and down arrow buttons to find the rating you want to view 2 Press the right arrow button to highlight the rating Status field Press the up and down arrows to change the button from Block to View For example if movies with a rating of PG 13 and higher are blocked you can change the rating status corresponding with NC 17 Your child would then be able to watch all movies w
55. ings 1 First determine the lowest level rating you don t want the child to watch see chart of age based ratings on next page 2 Press the left and right arrow buttons to highlight the Rating field 3 Press the up and down arrow buttons on the remote to scroll through the age based rating limits Keep scrolling until the rating corresponding with the lowest rating you do not want the child to watch appears on the screen In the example discussed above you would scroll through the Rating field until TV PG appears since the highest rating you want the child to watch is TV G 40 Chapter 3 Using the TV s Features 4 Press the right arrow button to move the yellow highlight to the Hierarchy of Age Based Ratings Statue field Mature Audience Only 5 Press the up or down arrow button to toggle between View and Block The status for the rating listed to the left and all higher ratings automatically Parents Strongly Cautioned changes to Block and TV PG Parental Guidance Suggested 6 Press OK on the remote to return to the menu or exit the screen when you are finished General Audience 7 Select Lock Parental Controls from the Parental Controls menu Enter a Mu ssa Chilaren 7 years password and if you have not already set your password you will be prompted to enter it again to confirm All Children Rating Rating Content Viewing Age Based Ratings field status field status fields After you block age based rat
56. ings you have the option of changing some of the V CHIP TV RATING LIMIT ratings back to View Rating Status DL SV FV EE EY 1 Determine which blocked rating you want to view Press v to block programs with aes dE Nee me Gee 2 Use the up and down arrow buttons to select the rating with a status STATUS DLS V FV of Block Block ius 3 Press the right arrow button to move the yellow highlight to the rating View status field View 4 Press the up button to select View Notes The content status fields corresponding to the unblocked rating become View as well They and the age based rating status are the only fields that automatically change back to View when you complete this process You must remember to lock Parental Controls for rating limits to take effect Blocking Specific Content Themes Content Themes You can block programs based on their content Content is represented by the D L S V and FV on your screen See the beginning of this section for details Sexually explicit dialogue When you block a content theme for a particular rating you automatically block that content theme for higher rated programs as well For example if you do not want your child to watch programs that have adult language L rated TV PG or higher then you could block out all programming Fantasy Violence TV PG and above containing adult language Steps explained on next page Chapter 3 41 Using the TV
57. install your electronic entertainment system and to instruct you in its operation For details about this service call 1 888 206 3359 Components Connection Cables Go to Title Needed Coaxial Audio video TV VCR DVD S Video pages 8 9 Component video G LINK cable TV VCR cues pages 10 11 Satellite Audio video S Video optional G LINK cable TV VCR Coaxial page 12 Audio video G LINK cable Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV The pictures below show the cables needed for the connections represented in this book Notes Audio Video cables A V cables for short are usually sold as a bundled set but the connection pictures in this book show each cable separately for better visibility Please locate the G LINK cable provided when you re getting ready to set up your TV You need to connect this cable to your TV and to your VCR and or cable box in order for all of the features of the program guide to work properly x 1 k R G LINK cable Audio Video cables Component video Y P P Coaxial cable S Video cable cables Chapter 1 7 Connections amp Setup VCR VIDEO AUDIO IN FROM ANT O R L 9 CH3 From Cable or Antenna TV back panel 8 Chapter 1 Connections amp Setup TV VCR DVD Player 1 Connect your TV to your DVD player A Connect the audio cables white and r
58. ith a G PG and NC 17 Rating 3 Press OK to exit the screen and be sure parental controls are locked V Chip Unrated Program Block Selecting this option lets you decide if programs that the V Chip recognizes as unrated can be viewed Note that unrated TV programs may include news sports political religious local and weather programs emergency bulletins public announcements and programs without ratings View All unrated programs are available Block All unrated programs are not available Note You must remember to lock Parental Controls for rating limits to take effect Channel Block Selecting this option lets you decide what channels can be viewed View Makes the selected channel viewable Block The front panel and remote control CH channel buttons will tune only to channels that you have marked as View The remote will still tune to the blocked channel if you use the digits to access the channel but the channel will be blocked Don t forget to lock parental controls after you change the status of Channel Block If you do not the channel block will not take effect Note If you have a digital cable box channels 126 999 can be blocked but will not be removable from your scan list Chapter 3 PARENTAL CONTROLS 1 V Chip TV Rating Limit 2 V Chip Movie Rating Limit 3 V Chip Unrated Program Block 4 Channel Block 5 Front Panel Block 6 Loc FRONT PANEL BLOCK 0 Exi 1 Unblock 1 2 Bloc
59. k PARENTAL CONTROLS 1 V Chip TV Rating Limit 2 V Chip Movie Rating Limit 3 V Chip Unrated Program Block 4 Channel Block 5 Front Panel Block 6 Lock Parental Controls Using the TV s Features Front Panel Block Selecting this option lets you block disable or unblock enable the TV s front panel The remote still tunes to any channel Front Panel Block can e Keep children from watching TV when the parent is not present e Keep young children from playing with the buttons When using this as a Parental Control method you should remove access to any remote that is capable of operating the television while you have the front panel blocked Don t forget to lock parental controls after you change the status If you do not the front panel block will not take effect Lock Unlock Parental Controls Selecting this option lets you lock and unlock parental controls settings using a password If you do not lock parental controls none of the settings for V Chip Channel Block or Front Panel Block will take effect If you forget your password simultaneously press and hold MENU on the television and volume down on the remote for 3 seconds Nothing appears on the screen Parental Controls simply unlock and you can re enter a password via Lock Parental Controls Chapter 3 45 This page intentionally left blank Chapter 4 Using the TV s Menu System Chapter Overview How to Use Your TV s Menu System Audio
60. l numbers for the stations in question e Use the up and down arrow buttons to change the channel group and press OK when the correct channel group is highlighted 28 Chapter 3 ONOFF AUX GUIDE OK CLEAR WHO NPUT __ Oe un REVERSE PLAY FORWARD Press GUIDE on the remote control to see the GUIDE Plus system To remove the program guide from the screen press OK GUIDE or CLEAR Pal Thy Sega Frie LEG ol Fer Mee Eara Using the TV s Features Getting In amp Out of the GUIDE Plus System To enter the GUIDE Plus system e Press GUIDE on the remote e Press and hold MENU for 2 seconds on the front panel To exit the GUIDE Plus system Highlight a program and press OK to exit the GUIDE Plus system and tune to the channel Press GUIDE to exit the GUIDE Plus system and tune to the channel displayed in the video window e Press CLEAR to exit the GUIDE Plus system and return to the original channel The GUIDE Plus System Menus The GUIDE Plus system offers eight different options on the Menu bar Grid Sort News Schedule Messages Promotions Channels and Setup To access the Menu bar 1 Press GUIDE to access the GUIDE Plus system 2 Press MENU or use the up and down arrow buttons to select the Menu bar the Grid Guide appears by default 3 Use the left and right arrow buttons to access other menus 4 Press OK or MENU or use the down arrow button
61. lets you decide which TV programs can and cannot Screen be viewed 2 ae To set TV programming limits Parental Controls 1 Choose Parental Controls from the Main menu If Parental Controls have PAREWUAL CONTROLS previously been locked you must enter your password If they are not locked you will get a message reminding you that your limits will not be 2 V CHIP TV RATING LIMIT effective until you lock Parental Controls Ped contentis n Rating Status DL pm FV 5 VIEW VVV 2 Press MENU to continue Press v to select rating e Q Press MENU to exit 3 Highlight and select V Chip TV Rating Limit RATING STATUS Tun View 4 Once you get to the V Chip TV Rating Limit screen use the arrow buttons and OK on your remote to change the status of a TV program rating or DL V 1 amp View TV PG View VV TV G Vi TV Y7 vas content theme from View to Block TV Y View The following sections give you more details about how to change the status of TV program limits Chapter 3 39 Using the TV s Features The V Chip Rating Limit Screen The following is an example of where items are located within the Rating Limit screen Rating Status Field Lets you select whether the status of the age based rating limit to the left is View or Block V CHIP TV RATING LIMIT Content Rating Status DLS V Fv Rating Field TV MA VIEW VVV Press v to select rating Press MENU to exit Lets you sele
62. light the channel listing or promotional information box Requesting more information about a particular show displays the PlusCode programming number and the Shows on Next for that channel Press the INFO button to exit the expanded information screen Promotional information Promotions The Promotions menu displays a list of all the promotions available through the GUIDE Plus system Highlight the Promotions menu and then use the down arrow to scroll through the list When the promotion you want to view is highlighted press INFO the promotional information appears on screen Press the right arrow to return to the Promotions list TV MAIN MENU GUIDE Plus Menu Items Audio The GUIDE Plus Menu gives you access to features in the GUIDE Plus system Channel To access the GUIDE Plus Menu Time Parental Controls 1 Press MENU on the remote GUIDE Plus Menu d GUIDE PLUS MENU 2 Highlight GUIDE Plus Menu and press OK 2 GUIDE Plus Label 3 Continuous Demo 0 Exit GUIDE Plus Setup Displays STEP 4 Confirming Your Settings screen of the GUIDE Plus system setup Each menu and the sub menus are listed below Yes everything is correct Confirms the settings you completed in the GUIDE Plus system setup are correct Yes but my channel lineup is incorrect Displays STEP 5 Choosing Your Channel Lineup screen allowing you to change your lineup if it is incorrect No repeat setup process Begins th
63. losed captioning might be on Check the Closed Caption Display control panel in the Screen menu Go to page 50 for more instructions Every time I turn on the TV the Guide is on the screen e The GUIDE Plus system automatically appears on the screen when you use the TV button on the remote to turn on the TV You can turn off this feature by pressing GUIDE on your remote control and then select the Menu bar Press the right arrow button to select Setup Choose Review options and select OFF Can t see commercial skip timer e closed captioning is on skip timer does not stay on screen To turn off closed captioning go to page 50 GUIDE Plus System Problems GUIDE Plus setup won t switch to channel 9 for VCR and or channel 02 cable box e Make sure you have removed the Demo Pin from the G LINK jack Check to see if the G LINK wands are positioned correctly in front of components remote sensors e GUIDE Plus system control of cable box is slower than direct control of the box itself Keep this in mind when changing channels e You may have an incorrect GUIDE Plus Channel Lineup The guide may get out of sync with the cable provider Use the GUIDE Plus Setup in the GUIDE Plus Menu to change the zip code to 99999 Turn the TV off for 10 minutes Use Setup again to change the zip code back to the correct value If asked be sure to select the correct channel lineup from the on screen list Program information doesn t download e Review yo
64. n and related adjustments e Signal reception problems not caused by your television e Damage from misuse or neglect e Batteries e Customer replacement fuses e Damage from Images burnt onto the screen e television that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes e television purchased or serviced outside the U S A e Acts of nature such as but not limited to lightning damage Product Registration e Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your TV It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage Limitation of Warranty e THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN BY THOMSON MULTIMEDIA INC ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY e REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER THOMSON MULTIMEDIA INC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY A
65. ollow the on screen directions to enter your channels and other information Channel Use the up and down arrows to scroll up and down through the channels available via your antenna You can enter the channel number directly using the number buttons Normal List Only the channels included in the Normal list are available when you scan up and down using channel up and down Use the up and down arrow buttons to indicate whether the channel number indicated is included Yes or is not included No in the Normal channel list Channel Label Use the up and down arrow buttons to enter a six character label for each channel Hold the button down to scroll quickly through the characters The TV can store up to 27 labels in memory Auto Tuning Displays a choice list that lets you set up the TV to automatically tune to the correct input channel when you press a component button VCRI VCR2 DVD SAT CABLE on the remote Go to Chapter 3 for details about the Auto Tuning feature Chapter 4 51 Using the TV s Menu System 1 2 5 4 6 7 8 0 TV MAIN MENU Audio Picture Quality Screen Channel TIME 2 Schedule 3 Set Time 0 Exit Time Menu Sleep Timer Displays a control panel that lets you select the amount of time you want to give the TV before it shuts itself off Schedule Displays a control panel that lets you set up a schedule for turning the TV on and off automatically Reminder you must turn the schedule On
66. ou don t want to use this feature you can just ignore it How V Chip Works When turned on the V Chip software reads a code that most broadcasters send with programs That code tells the software the program s age based rating TV MA TV 14 etc and content themes Violence V Adult Language L etc If you have blocked the rating and or content themes that the program contains you will receive the message This channel is not approved for viewing when you tune to that particular channel Broadcasters are not required to provide content themes so programs received with no content themes will only be blocked if you block their age based rating You can also block out programs that have been given a rating of Not Rated and programs that are considered unrated because no code has been sent by the broadcaster The TV age based ratings and content themes you can block are listed in the following table 38 Chapter 3 Using the TV s Features Age Based Rating Description and Content Themes for Age Based Ratings Mature Audience Only Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and may be unsuitable for children under 17 It contains one or more of the following content themes crude indecent language L explicit sexual activity S or graphic violence V Parents Strongly Cautioned Contains some material that many parents would find unsuitable for children under 14 Parents are strongly urged to exercise gr
67. p you will receive a timer conflict message You must choose between the two programs 32 Chapter 3 1 Remove 28 3 Change Messages menu selection Using the TV s Features To remove or change the frequency daily once or weekly of a scheduled event access the Schedule menu from the Menu bar 1 Press GUIDE to bring up the GUIDE Plus system 2 Press MENU on the remote to select the Menu bar 3 Use the arrows to highlight the Schedule menu selection 4 Use the up and down arrows to highlight the program you want to edit Then use the Schedule Menu Action Buttons as described next Schedule Menu Action Buttons When viewing the Schedule menu the following Action buttons appear e Remove Highlight the Watch or Record timer you wish to remove from the schedule and press 1 on the remote e Change Highlight the Watch or Record timer you wish to change and press 3 on the remote to toggle the frequency between the following choices DAILY records the same program each day Monday through Friday ONCE records only on that day WEEKLY records the program each week at the same time Messages Occasionally you will receive messages regarding your GUIDE Plus system as well as special programming information You can access these messages from the Messages menu on the Menu bar To read messages 1 Ifthe GUIDE Plus system isn t on your screen press GUIDE on your remote control 2 Press MENU on the remo
68. r charges to repair your television e Pay any Authorized RCA Television Service Center for the new or at our option refurbished replacement parts and picture tube required to repair your television How you get service e For screen sizes of 26 and smaller Take your RCA television to any Authorized RCA Television Service Center and pick up when repairs are complete Chapter 5 57 Other Information e For screen sizes larger than 26 Request home or pick up repair and return service from any Authorized RCA Television Service Center provided that your television is located within the geographic territory covered by an Authorized RCA Television Service Center If not you must take your television to the Service Center location at your own expense or pay for the cost the Service Center may charge to transport your television to and from your home e To identify your nearest Authorized RCA Television Service Center ask your dealer look in the Yellow Pages or call 1 800 336 1900 e Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product is within the watranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service For rental firms proof of first rental is also required What your warranty does not cover e Customer instruction Your Owner s Manual describes how to install adjust and operate your television Any additional information should be obtained from your dealer e Installatio
69. re multiple pages of text press the right or left arrow button to page forward or back through the pages of text Press the down arrow to view the next story 7 Select MENU to return to the Menu bar or press GUIDE or CLEAR on the remote to exit the GUIDE Plus system Schedule menu Schedulemenu Schedule action buttons selection The Schedule menu allows you to alter timers for either viewing or recording programs The GUIDE Plus system allows one touch VCR recording if you have connected the G LINK cable to your VCR See Chapter 1 for more details on connecting the G LINK cable To schedule a program to watch or record NINE NE ee 1 If the GUIDE Plus system isn t on your screen press GUIDE on your i ote remote control Sites Doce 4 2 Press MENU on the remote to select the Menu bar 3 Highlight a program within the Channel listing 4 Select Watch or Record from the Action buttons bar The timer is then automatically logged into the Schedule menu 5 If you select Record make sure to place a blank tape in the VCR and turn it off Note If you have a cable box connected to your TV and VCR tune your VCR to the cable box output channel prior to turning off the VCR The program information window will display a confirmation when you have successfully scheduled a program to watch or record Note If you have selected two programs to watch or record which begin at the same time or overla
70. re on page 14 Go to page 14 12 Chapter 1 Connections amp Setup Jacks on the Back of the TV This section describes each of the jacks on the back of the TV When connecting A V cables be sure to connect corresponding outputs to inputs video to video right audio to right audio etc G LINK Connect the end of the G LINK cable provided to this jack The G LINK cable enables the TV s GUIDE Plus system to interact with the cable box and or the VCR A picture of the G LINK cable is on page 7 CABLE ANTENNA Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from the antenna cable or cable box InputJacks Let you connect a component such as a VCR DVD player satellite receiver or laserdisc player Y PB PR OOO VIDEO R AUDIO L VIDEO provides composite video connection The video connector is usually yellow R AUDIO provides right audio connection The right audio connector is usually red L AUDIO provides left audio connection The left audio connector is usually white S VIDEO provides better picture quality than the regular video jack because the color part of the signal is separated from the black and white part of the picture When using S Video make sure to connect left and right audio cables to the R AUDIO L Input jacks Y P P Component Video provides optimum picture quality because the video is separated into three signals Use three video grade cables for the connection
71. reen 50 Setup 34 Sort 31 Time 52 MENU button 22 Menus GUIDE Plus System setup 16 Messages menu 33 Mono 48 Mute 48 MUTE button 22 N News menu 32 Normal List 51 Number buttons 22 OK button 22 ONeOFF button 22 Parental Controls Locking Unlocking 45 menu 38 PAUSE button 23 Picture Presets 49 Quality Menu 49 PLAY button 23 Promotions 35 R Rating Limits movies 43 TV 39 RECeVCR button 23 Remote batteries 15 Remote sensor 14 REVERSE button 23 S S VIDEO cable 7 jack 13 SAP 49 SATeCABLE button 23 SAT Cable Channel 37 Satellite Receiver code list 26 connecting 11 Schedule menu 32 time 52 Screen Menu 50 Second Audio Program SAP 49 Set DVD Channel 37 SAT CABLE Channel 37 Time 52 VCRI Channel 37 VCR2 Channel 37 Setup GUIDE Plus system menus 16 menu 34 Sharpness 49 Signal Type Cable TV 51 UHF VHF Antenna 51 SKIP button 23 Sleep Timer 52 Sort menu 31 SOUND button 23 Stereo 48 STOP button 23 T Time Menu 52 Tint 49 Tone Controls 48 Troubleshooting 54 TV button 23 U UHF VHF Antenna 51 Unlock Parental Controls 45 Index V Chip 38 Age Based Ratings 38 Blocking Movies 43 Content Themes 38 VCR code list 26 connecting 12 1 button 23 Channel 37 VCR2 button 23 Channel 37 VOL button 23 VOL button 23 W Warranty 57 WHOe INPUT button 23 Y YP P cables 7 jacks 13 Chapter 5 61 Visit the RCA web site at www rca com
72. s Promotions Channels Setup e Promotional information e Channel listings Note The GUIDE Plus system screens illustrated in this book are representations of what you are likely to see Not all channels programs and GUIDE Plus information depicted will be available in your area New features and options can be downloaded to the GUIDE Plus system so these too are subject to change Downloading Data The GUIDE Plus system is not available until it completes its first download of program listings When the power is turned off the TV locates a host channel that carries GUIDE Plus system data containing program schedule and channel lineup information A channel lineup is the list of stations and their respective channels To ensure that your first download of data is complete you should leave your TV off overnight Downloads occur several times a day The TV must be turned off for GUIDE Plus system data to download If the TV loses power or is unplugged GUIDE Plus system program listings may be lost When power is restored make sure the setup information is still correct The GUIDE Plus system will receive updated program information during the next scheduled download Channel Lineup If more than one cable company services your area you may be prompted with STEP 5 Choosing Your Channel Lineup after the first GUIDE Plus system download You will need to identify your cable company by selecting the correct channe
73. s system appears with all of your TV program listings e If the program information hasn t been sent to your TV yet an outline of the Guide without TV program listings will appear on the screen Program information is usually sent to your TV at night e If the TV detected that you have multiple cable companies in your area STEP 5 Choosing Your Channel Lineup appears Features of the GUIDE Plus system are explained in Chapter 3 To clear the guide from your screen press CLEAR or GUIDE on the remote control Next Steps Now that you ve finished the Interactive Setup you re ready to watch TV This might be a good time to program your remote control The remote control that came with this TV can be programmed to operate other components Go to the next chapter to find out how to program your remote 20 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Using the Remote Control Chapter Overview e The Buttons on the Remote Control e Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components How To Use the Remote After You ve Programmed It e Code List Changing Entertainment Again Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only Using the Remote Control L E D GO BACK INFO REVERSE PLAY FORWARD amp LC REC VCR STOP PAUSE GW Up The Buttons on the Remote Control 0 9 Number buttons Enter channel numbers and time settings directly through the remote control To enter a
74. s Features Rating status field Content themes Rating field V CHIP TV RATING CIMIT Status View Rating TV PG Press v to view programs with this content for this rating RATING STATUS DLs Vv FV TV MA View TV 14 View V TV PG View TV G View TV Y7 View TV Y View Content status fields Content themes Rating field Rating status field TV RATING LIMIT Cortent Rating Status DLS V Fv TV 14 View Fa V Avan Press v to block programs with this content for this rating RATING STATUS DIS V FV TV MA View TV 14 View TV PG View TV G View TV Y7 View TV Y View y Content status fields To block program content T 2 Determine the lowest level of content you don t want the child to watch Use the up and down arrow buttons on the remote to scroll through the age based ratings until the rating that corresponds with the lowest content you do not want the child to watch appears In the example above you would scroll through the ratings until the TV PG rating appeared Press the right arrow button to move the highlight to the field corresponding with the content theme you want to block out Press the up or down arrow button to change content status from Vto B All higher ratings content theme will automatically change to Press OK to return to the menu or exit the screen Notes Broadcasters are not required to provide content themes or age b
75. s on a videotape or disc SATeCABLE Puts the remote in SATeCABLE mode If you set up the Auto Tuning feature Chapter 3 pressing the SATeCABLE button automatically tunes the TV to the correct channel SKIP If you press this button before you change the channel the TV waits 30 seconds and automatically goes back to the original channel Each time you press SKIP you add 30 seconds i e if you press SKIP two times before you change the channel the TV waits 60 seconds and automatically turns back to the original channeD Press CLEAR to cancel skip timer SOUND Displays the AUDIO PROCESSOR menu STOP If you re operating a VCR or DVD player stops playing the videotape or disc TV Turns on the TV and puts the remote in TV mode Also displays channel information VCR1 Puts the remote in VCR mode If you set up the Auto Tuning feature Chapter 3 pressing the VCRI button automatically tunes the TV to the correct channel VCR2 Puts the remote in VCR mode If you set up the Auto Tuning feature Chapter 3 pressing the VCR2 button automatically tunes the TV to the correct channel VOL up and down buttons Decrease or increase the TV s volume WHO INPUT In TV mode press WHOeINPUT to toggle through the available Video Input channels FRNT VID1 CVID1 SVID1 and the current channel In SAT mode press to select available channel lists Using the WHOeINPUT Button Use the WHO INPUT button to toggle through the available input sources FRNT V
76. te Control Remote Codes VCR Admiral 2131 Adventura 2026 Aiko 222027 Aiwa 2002 2026 Akai 2003 2004 2005 2007 2008 2111 2112 2113 American High 2021 2013 Audio Dynamics 2009 2010 Audiovox 2014 Bell amp Howell 2011 Beaumark 2013 Broksonic 2012 2025 Calix 2014 Candle 2018 2019 Canon 2021 2022 2114 Capehart 2020 2110 Carver CCE Citizen 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2027 Colortyme 2009 2061 Craig Curtis Mathes cyl bernex Daewoo Daytron Db 3 2000 2002 2009 2013 2016 2018 2021 2022 2024 2115 2009 2010 Dimensia 2000 Dynatech 2002 2026 Electrohome 2014 2029 Elecitophlonit uas Hn uet rtp ts LEUR tenn 2014 2002 2012 2014 2029 2030 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 2041 2042 2044 2045 2047 2065 2105 2113 2116 2117 Emerson 2130 Fisher 2011 2023 2048 2049 2050 2051 2052 2118 Fuji 2021 2119 Funai 2002 2026 Garrard 2026 15 2120 Goldstar 2009 2014 2018 2054 2121 Gradiente 2026 2026 2009 Harley Davidson Harman Kardon Harwood 206 Headquarter 201 Hitachi 2002 2055 2056 2057 2107 2111 2120 2122 2023 202 2021 2009 2010 2011 20
77. te to select the Menu bar Use the arrows to highlight the Messages menu selection 4 Highlight the message you want to read by using the up and down arrow buttons 5 Press INFO to display the full text of the message If the text continues beyond the screen press INFO to view the next page of text Once you have reached the end of the message press INFO to close the expanded information and return to the Messages screen Then use the Messages Menu Action Button as described next Messages Menu Action Button When viewing the Messages menu the following Action button appears e Remove Highlight the message you want to delete and press 1 on the remote Chapter 3 33 Using the TV s Features Channels menu Channels menu Ch anne S action buttons selection You can customize the channel listing by enabling or disabling the display of certain channels For instance you may disable channels that you never watch You can restore disabled channels at a later point in time 1 Ifthe GUIDE Plus system isn t on your screen press GUIDE on your remote control 2 Press MENU to select the Menu bar 3 Use the right and left arrows to highlight the Channels menu selection 4 Use the up and down arrows to select a channel Then use the Channels Menu Action Buttons as described next TT ity Channels Menu Action Buttons While browsing the Channels menu the following Action buttons appear e Cancel Press 1 on the r
78. teractive setup You ll find detailed instructions in Chapter 1 e One Touch VCR Recording You must connect the G LINK cable to the TV and place one of the wands in front of the remote sensor on the VCR e If you have a cable box connect the G LINK cable to the TV and place one of the wands in front of the remote sensor on the cable box V Chip Parental Controls Description You can block programs and movies by content age based ratings and or movie ratings Requirements e Set up the Parental Controls menu in the TV s main menu Chapter 3 has details e The broadcasters must use the rating system when they send the program to your TV in order for your TV to block the program Introduction CHANNEL Auto Tuning 1 Signal Type Description Allows you to set up the TV to automatically tune to a specific 2 Auto Channel Search channel when you press a certain component VCR DVD player etc button on 3 List and Labels the remote 0 Exit Requirements Set up Auto Tuning the TV s menu system Chapter 3 has details Component Y P P Jacks A A Description When connecting a component with Y P P jacks to the TV e e te provides optimum picture quality because the video is separated into three Y PB PR signals Requirements Use three video grade cables for the connection Make sure to connect the left and right audio to the R AUDIO L jacks VIDEO R AUDIO L Table of Contents
79. the number of the channel you want Press OK to highlight the channel and current program in the channel listing of the Grid guide Press OK again to tune to the highlighted channel If the video window is unlocked it will automatically tune to the channel e Record Press 3 on the remote to place a timer in the Schedule for the VCR to record the program highlighted in the channel listing If you have a cable box changing channels on the TV will not cause the cable box channel to change while recording Record will only appear if you have set up the GUIDE Plus system and specified your VCR type The program information window will display a confirmation when you have successfully scheduled a program to watch or record Note If you have selected two programs to watch or record which begin at the same time or overlap you will receive a timer conflict message You must choose between the two programs When highlighting the Channel names the left column on the channel listing the following Action buttons appear e Lock Unlock Press 1 to lock or unlock the video window to either stay at one channel as you browse the GUIDE Plus system lock or change as you browse through different channels unlock E Glock 2 GoTo e GoTo Press 2 on the remote to bring up the direct dial box and enter the number of the channel you want Press OK to highlight the channel and current program in the channel listing of the Grid Guide If the video
80. the GUIDE Plus system runs the same set of codes No If you don t think the test was interrupted highlight No and press OK GUIDE Plus system tests the next code Repeat the previous instructions until the TV finds the correct cable box code Follow the instructions on the screen Note If the TV can t find your cable box code a troubleshooting checklist appears Carefully review each checklist and follow the instructions on the screen 18 Chapter 1 a VER connected to this TV XE IP ipie m qua VI Bu UE Pena rbe cm ba iem randi dps rrr rad Trudi prog am cm ncn enm What brand of VCR is conmecbed to the ok Lied T Toren LL wil quur pus umm irae E STEP X For a VOR LET Pisis rur cron randa cann ed in ha nd carni ville sas VUL Foz leg are B beter A Please Tune WCR Eo channel 07 B tum your SCR bi your WOR aw tuned po channel e Test thit code again m oer apes so Pree eee Connections amp Setup Step 3 Configuring for a VCR js If your TV is connected to a VCR press OK a screen appears reminding you to connect your G LINK cable to your TV and VCR If it is not highlight No and press OK Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight the brand of your VCR that is connected to the
81. time Turning off Closed Caption 1 2 3 Select Screen from the Main menu Press OK to select Closed Caption Display Highlight Off Always and press OK The closed captioning is turned off and you go back to the Screen menu 50 Chapter 4 TV MAIN MENU Audio Picture Quality Screen Time Panel CHANNEL GUIDI 1 Signal Type 2 Auto Channel Search 3 List and Labels 0 Exit Setup Exit Tip To enter a number greater than 99 press and hold 1 to enter the hundreds digit then press the two remaining numbers Using the TV s Nenu System Channel Menu Signal Type Displays a choice list that lets you select the current antenna type This option does not appear when the GUIDE Plus system is set up UHF VHF Antenna Choose this if you are currently using an off air antenna for TV signals Cable TV Choose this if you are currently using cable or a cable box for TV signals Auto Channel Search Tells the TV to search automatically for all the channels available through the antenna input When the TV finds an active channel it places it in the Normal channel list inactive channels weak stations or channels with no signal at alD will be removed from the channel list If you are using a cable box and have set up the GUIDE Plus system this option does not appear List and Labels Displays a control panel that lets you edit your Normal channel list and choose a six character label for each channel F
82. to see the menu options Grid Guide The Grid Guide appears each time you enter the GUIDE Plus system It displays the current programming for each channel The current program is displayed in the video window e Press the up and down arrow buttons on the remote to browse channel listings and the channel up and down buttons to page through the listings Use the right and left arrow buttons to browse future program listings e To tune to a channel highlight the program you want to view in the channel listing and press OK Press CLEAR to exit the GUIDE Plus system and return to the original channel Press GUIDE to exit the GUIDE Plus system and tune to the channel in the video window Then use the Grid Guide Action Buttons as described next Chapter 3 29 Using the TV s Features Grid guide Grid guide Grid Guide Action Buttons menu action buttons selection Action buttons will change according to where you are in the GUIDE Plus system Be sure to look at the action bar before pressing the command numbers When highlighting the program the following Action buttons appear e Watch Press 1 on the remote to place a timer in the Schedule for the TV to turn on and tune to the program highlighted in the channel listing When the TV turns on the GUIDE Plus system will automatically appear with the scheduled program highlighted and tuned in the video window e GoTo Press 2 on the remote to bring up the direct dial box and enter
83. touching the front of the component 3 Slowly move the remote control across the front of the component VCR or cable box while you press the power button on and off You must press and release the power button each time you move the remote holding down the button won t work VCR CABLE BOX 4 When the component turns on you ve located the remote sensor Placing the G LINK Wands Place the G LINK wands in front of the remote sensor on your VCR and or cable box approximately one inch away from the remote sensor see instructions below TV back panel CABLE ANTENNA From Cable Cable Box or Antenna Connect to G LINK jack on the back of the TV VER ai ig 14 Chapter 1 Plug in the TV Connections amp Setup Plug the end of the power cord into the wall outlet Match the wide blade of the plug with the wide slot in the outlet Insert the plug completely into the outlet Use the arrow buttons and the OK button to move through the menu system Put Batteries in the Remote 1 Remove the battery compartment cover on the remote 2 Insert new batteries Match the polarities and on the batteries with the diagram on the remote 3 Put the battery compartment cover back on the remote How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Int
84. u need to access the setup screens from the TV s main menu press MENU choose GUIDE Plus Menu and choose GUIDE Plus Setup Complete the Interactive Setup The menu system in your TV allows the TV s features to work properly We call it the interactive setup because the TV asks you questions you answer and the TV makes the appropriate adjustments The first time you turn on your TV the setup screens appear automatically Set the Menu Language The first part of the SETUP asks you to select your preferred language for the menu system 1 Highlight your preferred language for the menu system 2 Press OK to select that language Complete Auto Channel Search The next part of the SETUP asks if you want the TV to search for all available channels This is sometimes called auto programming 1 Press OK to tell the TV to begin searching for channels A progress report appears on the screen 2 When the screen on the TV tells you the search is complete press OK the first GUIDE Plus system setup screen appears Note If you skip Auto Channel Search now you can access it later through the Channel menu See Chapter 4 for more details The GUIDE Plus System Setup The GUIDE Plus system is an on screen interactive program guide that lists what shows are on TV in your area In order to receive program listings you need to complete the following steps The G LINK cable must be connected to the back of yo
85. unt Enclosed Use VISA MasterCard or Discover Card preferably Money order or check must be in U S currency only No COD or CASH Gold Tipped cable DT6DC 6 ft DT12DC 12 ft All accessories are subject to availability Where applicable we will ship a superseding model Continued on next page Please complete other side also Detach Here gt Chapter 5 59 Other Information Charge your order on your VISA MasterCard or Discover Card by filling in below USE YOUR CREDIT CARD IMPORTANT Copy complete account number from your VISA card Bese eee My card expires CL I gt VISA IMPORTANT complete account number from your MasterCard LEE Copy Number above your name on MasterCard IMPORTANT Copy complete account number from your Discover Card eee eee My card expires LLI I AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE Credit card order will not be processed without signature Print or type your name and A complete and correct S Video Cable bas multi pin connectors on eacb end for connecting S Video components to your TV VH976 6 ft VH913 12 ft 2 way Signal Splitter Helps you connect a second TV or VCR Amplified Antenna Allows you to quickly switcb from tbe antenna signal to the cable or satellite signal witbout disconne
86. untry and press OK Use the number buttons on your remote to enter your zip code Press OK when yourre finished Note If your postal code contains letters press the up and down arrow buttons on your remote to enter letters and press the right arrow button to go to the next space The left arrow button moves you to the left Step 2 Configuring for Cable The next series of screens asks you about your cable setup To supply your TV with the correct TV program listings the GUIDE Plus system needs to know if your TV is connected to cable T If your TV is connected to cable highlight Yes and press OK If your TV isn t connected to cable highlight No and press OK STEP 3 Configuring for a VCR appears Go to page 19 If you have a cable box connected to this TV highlight Yes and press OK on your remote control Note The next series of screens is very important because the GUIDE Plus system must find the correct cable box information in order to receive the correct TV program listings If you don t have a cable box connected to this TV highlight No and press OK CSTEP 3 Configuring for a VCR appears Go to page 19 Chapter 1 17 Connections amp Setup ee Ere pua Par ee or ior ul jun v inr wil pas s pus oum rue Pera STEP E Gsp Fors abes REN Fini curias arin p iris bn ral
87. ur TV and the wands must be placed in front of the remote sensor on your cable box and or VCR in order for the GUIDE Plus system to work go back to page 14 for details 1 You should see a screen displaying the features of the Guide Plus system Press OK to continue 2 The next screen asks you to locate setup materials and hardware Once you have done this press OK to continue 16 Chapter 1 DEDERE Ta Ti pua uei crm biip CER Pa rra ems ba irem pus Ui anal z Which country a your TV locabed int LI popu ar LLLI phy pua son SURF 02 keys Tes Tau Pease enber Dee 5 08 IP code where TV ix UL EI E DE CI eee Pera bar rane To ngpi par wi rm um rn cook be imr P rmn Tamen spain Be hase cable denice ch Tis TV riam Om uer rule Pa am riim um cra em Pu LER Pena rris mmi are table boo connected to Thi Tip If you re not sure which channel is the cable box s output channel consult the book that came with your cable box or contact your cable company Connections amp Setup Step 1 Identifying Your TV s Location 1 If your country is highlighted press OK on the remote control If your country isn t highlighted press the up or down arrow button on the remote control to highlight your co
88. ur setup information and make sure it s correct Press MENU on the remote and select GUIDE Plus Setup Go to page 16 for detailed instructions about the GUIDE Plus Setup menus e The TV must be off to download information Leave your TV off overnight for at least 10 hours to receive the initial download for your area e If you re using a cable box leave it on so you can receive program information Scheduled Watch or Record doesn t occur e Check Schedule for timer conflicts Go to page 32 for instructions e Make sure the wands of the G LINK cable are placed in front of the remote sensor s on the component s e Make sure your VCR is turned off during the time you ve scheduled to record a program because the system turns the VCR on when it starts recording if it s already on when recording starts the system will turn it off e Make sure there is a tape in the VCR and that the VCR is connected properly e Be sure that you set up the VCR in the GUIDE Plus Setup menus If you don t complete the Configuring for a VCR steps successfully the Record option won t be available Go to page 19 for detailed instructions e Ifa cable box is attached to your TV make sure you set it up correctly in the GUIDE Plus Setup menus Go to page 17 18 for detailed instructions Chapter 5 55 Other Information The Remote Control Doesn t Work e Something might be between the remote and the remote sensor on the component Make sure there is a clear

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