Television User's Guide Changing Entertainment. Again. Important Information CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double insulation between hazardous mains voltage and user accessible parts. When servicing use only identical replacement parts. Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product. This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage" inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury. Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your product for its proper operating voltage. FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user's authority to operate it. Caution: Using video games or any external accessory with fixed images for extended periods of time can cause them to be permanently imprinted on the picture tube (or projection TV picture tubes). ALSO, some network/program 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. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. The apparatus must not be exposed to dripping or splashing. Objects filled with liquids, such as vases or drinking glasses, must never be placed on the apparatus. Product Registration Please fill out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately. For U.S. customers: Your RCA Consumer Electronics product may also be registered at www.rca.com/ productregistration. Registering this product 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. These numbers are located on the product. Model No. ____________________ Serial No. __________________ Purchase Date: ______________ Dealer/Address/Phone: _________________________________________________________________ Table of Contents Chapter 1: Connections & Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect ....................................................................... 3 Protect Against Power Surges ........................................................................... Protect Components from Overheating ........................................................... Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference .................................... Important Stand and Base Safety Information ................................................ Use Indirect Light ............................................................................................... Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV ....................................... 3 3 3 3 3 3 TV + DVD + VCR .............................................................................................................. 4 Explanation of Jacks and Cables ................................................................................... 5 ANTENNA IN ....................................................................................................... 5 VIDEO 1 and VIDEO 2 ......................................................................................... 5 Component Video (Y, Pb, Pr), Audio Out, and Subwoofer (model 24F530T only) ......................................................................................... 5 The Front of Your TV ...................................................................................................... 6 Front Input Jacks ................................................................................................ 6 Front Panel Buttons ........................................................................................... 6 Plug in the TV .................................................................................................................. 6 Put batteries in the remote ........................................................................................... 6 How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup ................................ 7 Turn on the TV ................................................................................................................. 7 Using the Menus ............................................................................................................. 7 Complete the Initial Setup ............................................................................................. 8 Set the Language ............................................................................................... 8 Complete Auto Channel Search ........................................................................ 8 Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control Button Descriptions for TV Mode .................................................................................. 9 Button Descriptions for DVD and VCR Modes.............................................................. 9 Using the INPUT Button ................................................................................... 10 Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components ....................................... 10 Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote ............................................... 10 Programming the Remote ............................................................................... 10 How to Use the Remote After You've Programmed It .................................. 12 Remote Control Codes ................................................................................................. 12 continued on next page 1 Table of Contents Chapter 3: Using the TV's Features and Menus Channel Banner ............................................................................................................ 14 Parental Controls and V-Chip ..................................................................................... 14 How V-Chip Works ........................................................................................... 14 USA V-Chip Rating System ............................................................................... 14 TV Rating Limit ................................................................................................. 15 MPAA RATING LIMIT ................................................................................................... 17 Blocking Specific Content Themes .................................................................. Viewing Specific Content Themes ................................................................... Parental Guide On (Activate V-Chip) .............................................................. V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ............................................................................... Child Lock ......................................................................................................... Change Password ............................................................................................. 17 17 18 18 19 19 Picture Menu ................................................................................................................ 20 Sound Menu.................................................................................................................. 20 Timer Menu ................................................................................................................... 21 Function Menu ............................................................................................................. 22 Tuning Menu ................................................................................................................. 23 Parental Guide Menu ................................................................................................... 23 Chapter 4: Other Information Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................ 24 Care and Cleaning ........................................................................................................ 26 FCC and Canada Information ...................................................................................... 26 Limited Warranty ......................................................................................................... 27 Accessories .................................................................................................................... 29 2 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect Protect Against Power Surges · · · Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet. Turn off the TV and/or component before you connect or disconnect any cables. Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions packed separately. Don't block ventilation holes on any of the components. Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely. Don't stack components. If you place components in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation. If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on the top shelf so the heated air from it won't flow around other components. Protect Components from Overheating · · · · Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference · · · Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack. If you place components above the TV, route all cables down the side of the back of the TV instead of straight down the middle of the TV. If your antenna uses 300-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil the cables. Also, keep the twin lead cables away from audio/video cables. Important Stand and Base Safety Information Choose the location for your TV carefully. Place the TV on a stand or base that is of adequate size and strength to prevent the TV from being accidentally tipped over, pushed off, or pulled off. This could cause personal injury and/or damage the TV. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions packed separately. Use Indirect Light Don't place the TV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen. Use soft or indirect lighting. Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV The pictures below show the cables you may need for the connections represented in this book. Coaxial cable S-Video cable Audio/Video cables Component Video (Y·Pb·Pr) cables (for model 24F530T only) Chapter 1 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 3 Connections and Setup VCR VIDEO OUT R IN R L L AUDIO TV (back panel) OUT TO TV IN FROM ANT CH3 CH4 2 ANTENNA IN VIDEO L (MONO) R Y Pb Pr 2 L (MONO) R 3 Note: The TV model shown here is 24F530T. The 24V510T does not include the Y, Pb, Pr (Component Video jacks), Audio Output jacks, or Subwoofer jack. From Cable or Antenna SUB WOOFER S-VIDEO 1 VIDEO OUTPUT 1D 1A DVD 1C COMPONENT VIDEO 1B VIDEO L R S-VIDEO Y Pb Pr TV + DVD + VCR 1. Connect your DVD Player to your TV. A. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the VIDEO 1 R and L/MONO AUDIO jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the DVD player (sometimes labeled L and R). B. If your DVD player has an S-Video jack, connect an S-Video cable to the S-Video jack on the DVD player and to the S-VIDEO jack on the back of the TV. If your DVD player doesn't have an S-Video jack, go to 1D. -ORC. Model 24F530T only: If your DVD player has a component video jacks (Y,Pb,Pr), connect video grade cables to the Component Video jacks on the DVD player and to the Y, Pb, Pr jacks on the back of the TV. If your DVD player doesn't have component video jacks, go to 1D. -ORD. 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. 2. Connect your TV to your VCR Connect a coaxial cable to the ANTENNA IN jack on your TV and to the RF Output jack on your VCR (sometimes labeled OUT TO TV). 3. Make sure cable or antenna is connected to your VCR. Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet or antenna to the antenna input on the VCR (sometimes labeled In From Antenna). 4 Chapter 1 Connections and Setup Explanation of Jacks and Cables This section describes the jacks you can use to make connections. There are several ways to connect components to your TV. ANTENNA IN Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from the antenna, cable, cable box, or if using the example on page 4, a VCR. ANTENNA IN ANTENN ...