User manual RCA 24V510T

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 ANTENNA IN jack and coaxial cable. VIDEO 1 and VIDEO 2 VIDEO L (MONO) R VIDEO, AUDIO R and L/MONO Lets you connect a component such as a VCR, DVD player, or laserdisc player. · · VIDEO 2 R (RIGHT) AUDIO Provides right audio connection. The right audio connector is usually red. L/MONO AUDIO Provides left audio connection. The left audio connector is usually white. VIDEO Provides composite video connection. The video connector is usually yellow. S-VIDEO Provides better picture quality than the video jacks because the color part of the signal is separated from the black and white part of the picture. When using S-VIDEO IN, make sure to connect left and right audio cables to the L/MONO and R AUDIO Input jacks. S-VIDEO 1 · · VIDEO 1 and VIDEO 2 jacks, audio/video cables, and S-Video cable. Y Pb Pr 1 2 Component Video (Y, Pb, Pr), Audio Out, and Subwoofer (model 24F530T only) L (MONO) R SUB WOOFER VIDEO OUTPUT Y, Pb, Pr (Component Video) Provides optimum picture quality because the video is separated into three signals. Use three video-grade cables for the connection. These cables are often color-coded (red, blue and green). When using Y, Pb, Pr, make sure you connect left and right audio cables to the R and L AUDIO input jacks. Note: The Y component video jack is also the composite VIDEO 2 video jack and is colored yellow. Keep this in mind when connecting to the component video jacks. Audio Output (L and R) Connect an amplifier or audio receiver for improved sound quality. Y, Pb, Pr jacks, audio, subwoofer and component video cables. SUB WOOFER Allows you to connect an external subwoofer for improved bass effects. Chapter 1 5 Connections and Setup The Front of Your TV Front Input Jacks The TV has front audio/video input jacks for your convenience on the right side of the TV for connecting a camcorder or video game console. To access the component you connected to the front of the TV, press the INPUT button on your remote until FRONT appears on the screen. Note: When connecting a component that has only one audio jack, such as some camcorders, connect the TV's AUDIO L / MONO jack to hear the audio. VIDEO Receives video from another component such as a camcorder, video game console, or VCR. L/MONO and R AUDIO Receives audio from another component such as a camcorder, video game console, or VCR. Front Panel Buttons If you cannot locate your remote, you can use the front panel buttons of your TV to operate many of the TV's features. INPUT Toggles the Video Input Channels for a video game system, VCR, etc., connected to the audio/ video jacks on the front and back of the TV. MENU Brings up the Main menu. In the menu system, it selects highlighted items. VOL- Decreases the volume. In the menu system, acts like the left arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls. VOL+ Increases the volume. In the menu system, acts like the right arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls. CH- Scans down through the current channel list. In the menu system, acts like the down arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls. CH+ Scans up through the channel list. In the menu system, acts like the up arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls. POWER Turns the TV on and off. Plug in the TV Plug the end of the power cord into a grounded wall outlet. Insert the plug completely into the outlet. Put batteries in the remote · · · Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the remote by pushing down on and sliding off the cover. Insert 2 fresh "AAA" batteries. Make sure the polarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly. Replace the cover. 6 Chapter 1 Connections and Setup ON OFF DVD VCR TV How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup The technical term is "Navigation"­ how you move through the on-screen menus. The method is the same throughout the menu screens: highlight your choice and select it. CH VOL MUTE GO BACK CLEAR MENU OK Arrow buttons To highlight a menu item, press the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight one of the menus on the screen. Use the up and down arrow buttons to move up or down. Use the right and left arrow buttons to move right or left. To change the item that you've highlighted, press the right arrow button. To return to the previous menu, press GO BACK. Note: Highlighted means that the menu item stands out from other menu items on the list (appears darker, brighter, or a different color). PRESETS SKIP OK button Turn on the TV Press TV on the remote, or press POWER on the TV's front panel. Note: Pressing the TV button not only turns on the TV, but puts the remote into TV mode. "TV mode" means that the buttons on the remote control operate the TV's functions. Picture icon Sound icon Timer icon Tuning icon Parental Guide Function icon icon Using the Menus You might want to make yourself familiar with the menu system. At the top of the screen, you'll see the following menu icons: Picture, Sound, Timer, Function, Tuning, and Parental Guide. Press the MENU button to bring up the Main Menu, and press the right arrow button until the icon you want is highlighted. The menu options change as you toggle the icons. PICTURE CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS COLOR SHARPNESS TINT COMBFILTER COLOR TEMP 1 18 50 50 0 ON NORMAL The list of icons at the top of the menus. Chapter 1 7 Connections and Setup Function icon Complete the Initial Setup The menu system in your TV allows the TV's features to work properly. You'll need to set a few important menu items the first time you turn on your TV. Set the Language PICTURE CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS COLOR SHARPNESS TINT COMBFILTER COLOR TEMP 1 18 50 50 0 ON NORMAL The language setting determines the language in which the on-screen displays and menus appear. You can choose from English, Spanish, or French. The default is English. 1. Press MENU on the remote control (the Main menu appears). 2. Press the right arrow button until the Function icon is highlighted. 3. Press the down arrow button until LANGUAGE is highlighted, then press the right arrow button to change the language. 4. When finished, press MENU to exit. FUNCTION LANGUAGE BACKGROUND BLACK STRETCH NOISE REDUCE CLOSE CAPTION ENGLISH ON OFF OFF CC1 Complete Auto Channel Search This part of the setup allows the TV to search for all channels viewable through your antenna or cable TV system. This is sometimes called auto programming. 1. Press MENU on the remote control (the Main menu appears). 2. Press the right arrow button until the Tuning icon is highlighted. Tuning icon 3. Press the down arrow button until SOURCE is highlighted, then press the right arrow button to set the signal type (CABLE or AIR). 4. Press the down arrow button until AUTO SEARCH is highlighted. Press the right arrow button to begin the auto channel search. To cancel at any time, press OK. Once the search is complete, you can begin watching TV. For information on customizing your channels or menu options, go to Chapter 3. TUNING SOURCE CHANNEL CH NAME DELETE CH FINE TUNE AUTO SEARCH AIR 10 < > NO 8 Chapter 1 Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control Indicator Button Descriptions for TV Mode Arrows Used to highlight different items in the TV menu and to adjust the menu controls. DVD VCR TV ON OFF Indicator Indicates the programming mode when programming the remote to control components. Lights when you press a valid button on the remote. Flickers when a button is pressed and the batteries are low. (0-9) Number Buttons Enter channel numbers. CH VOL MUTE GO BACK To enter a one-digit channel, enter a zero first. To enter a two-digit channel, press the two digits and expect a few seconds delay. This is if you want to enter a third digit. CC Makes closed captioning appear or disappear from the screen. Also toggles the subtitles for some compatible RCA, GE, and Proscan DVD players. CH + or CH - Scans up or down through the current channel list. Press once to change the channel up or down; press and hold to continue changing channels. Also advances to the next/previous chapter or track for some compatible RCA, GE, and Proscan DVD players. CLEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns you to normal viewing. GO BACK Returns you to the previous channel. INFO Brings up the channel banner. INPUT Access Video Input Channels (VID1 (SVID), VID2 (YPbPr), FRONT, and current channel). (YPbPr is available on model 24F530T only). MENU Brings up the Main menu. MUTE Reduces the TV's volume to its minimum level. Press again to restore the volume. OK When in the menu system, toggles highlighted items. ON·OFF When in TV mode, turns the TV on and off. If in another mode (VCR, DVD, etc.) and programmed, will turn the component on and off. PRESETS Brings up picture presets. SKIP Press once to start Skip (BROWSE appears). Press SKIP again to start browsing all available channels. When finished, the TV tunes back to the original channel. Press SKIP at anytime to cancel. TV Turns on the TV and puts the remote in TV mode. VOL ­ or VOL + Decreases or increases the TV's volume. CLEAR MENU OK PRESETS CC INFO SKIP 1 4 7 INPUT GUIDE 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 ANTENNA REVERSE RECORD AGAIN SPEED PLAY STOP ZOOM SEARCH FORWARD PAUSE OPEN CLOSE Button Descriptions for DVD and VCR Modes AGAIN In DVD mode, replays the last several seconds of the title you're playing for compatible RCA, GE, and Proscan DVD players. ANTENNA VCRs. In VCR mode, functions as a TV/VCR button for compatible Chapter 2 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 9 Using the Remote Control DVD Turns on a compatible RCA, GE, or Proscan DVD player and sets the remote to control the DVD player. Also used with the ON·OFF button to turn on other compatible DVD players. GUIDE If you're operating another component that has an electronic program guide, this button accesses the on-screen Guide. Also operates the disc menu for some compatible RCA, GE, and Proscan DVD players. OPEN·CLOSE In DVD mode, opens or closes the DVD disc tray for some compatible RCA, GE, and Proscan DVD players. REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, RECORD, STOP, PAUSE If programmed, provides transport control for some compatible remote-controllable VCRs or DVD players. SEARCH In VCR mode, accesses Index Search feature for some compatible RCA, GE, and Proscan VCRs. SPEED In VCR mode, selects a recording speed for some compatible RCA, GE, and Proscan VCRs. VCR Turns on a compatible RCA, GE, or Proscan VCR and sets the remote to control the VCR. Also used with the ON·OFF button to turn on other compatible VCRs. ZOOM In DVD mode, zooms in on the picture for some compatible RCA, GE, and Proscan DVD players. Using the INPUT Button Use the INPUT button to scroll through the available Video Input Channels so you can view content coming from components you have connected to the TV. 1. Make sure the component you want to view is turned ON. 2. Press INPUT to tune to an available video input source and view the component. 3. To return to the previous channel, continue pressing INPUT. DVD VCR TV ON OFF DVD and VCR buttons ON·OFF button CH Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components The universal remote can be programmed to operate some brands of remote controllable VCRs and DVD players. The remote is already programmed to operate most RCA, GE, and Proscan VCRs and DVD players. Note: The TV button can't be programmed on this remote. VOL MUTE GO BACK CLEAR MENU OK Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote PRESETS CC INFO SKIP 1 4 7 INPUT GUIDE 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 ANTENNA REVERSE RECORD AGAIN SPEED PLAY STOP ZOOM SEARCH FORWARD PAUSE To determine whether the universal remote needs to be programmed for your VCR or DVD player, turn on the component. For example, to program the remote for a VCR, turn on the VCR. Point the remote at the VCR, and press the VCR button. Then press ON·OFF or CH + (channel up) or CH ­ (channel down) to see if the VCR responds to the remote commands. If the component does not respond, the remote needs to be programmed. OPEN CLOSE Programming the Remote There are two ways to program the remote control: · · automatic code search direct entry 10 Chapter 2 Using the Remote Control Using Automatic Code Search DVD VCR TV ON OFF ON·OFF button CH DVD and VCR buttons The following instructions can be used to program the remote to operate each of your components. If you want to stop the automatic code search without programming any of your components, press CLEAR until the indicator on the remote turns off. 1. Turn on the component you want to operate (VCR or DVD player) VOL MUTE GO BACK CLEAR MENU OK PRESETS CC INFO SKIP 2. Press and hold the component button you want to program (VCR or DVD). While holding the component button, press and hold ON·OFF until the indicator on the remote turns on, then release both buttons. 3. Point the remote at the component. Press and release PLAY, then wait 5 seconds or until the indicator on the remote stops flashing. At this point the remote is searching for the correct code to program. If, after 5 seconds, the component you want to operate does not turn off, press PLAY again to tell the remote to search the next set of codes. STOP button 1 4 7 INPUT GUIDE 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 ANTENNA REVERSE RECORD PLAY STOP ZOOM SEARCH FORWARD PAUSE REVERSE and PLAY buttons AGAIN SPEED OPEN CLOSE Continue pressing PLAY until the component turns off or you have searched through all of the codes. There are 20 total sets of codes. If the component does not turn off after pressing PLAY 20 times, then the remote can't be programmed to operate that component. If the component you want to operate does turn off: 1. Press and release REVERSE, then wait 2 seconds. Repeat this step until the device turns back ON. 2. To finish, press and hold STOP until the indicator on the remote turns off. You'll use these buttons when programming the remote. Using Direct Entry 1. Turn on the component to be programmed. 2. Look up the brand and code number(s) for the component on the code list in this section. 3. Press and hold the component button you want to program on the remote. 4. Enter the code from the remote control code list on the following pages. If the indicator flashes, you have either entered an invalid code or the button isn't programmable. 5. Release the component button. 6. Point the remote at the component. Press ON·OFF to see if the component responds to the command. If it doesn't, try pressing the component button and then ON·OFF again. · · If you get no response, repeat these steps using the next code listed for your brand, until the component responds to the remote commands. If you try all the codes for your component brand and none work, try the automatic code search method. If automatic code search doesn't find the code, the remote is not compatible with your component. Chapter 2 11 Using the Remote Control How to Use the Remote After You've Programmed It Because this universal remote can operate several different components, it uses operational modes triggered by the component buttons. For example, if you want the remote to operate the TV, you would press the TV button to put the remote into TV mode before you could operate the TV. 1. Press the appropriate component button (DVD, TV, VCR) to set the remote to operate the component. 2. Press ON·OFF to turn the component ON or OFF. 3. Use the remote buttons that apply to that component. Notes: · · The remote may not be compatible with all brands and models of components. It also may not operate all functions of the remote that came with your component. 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 VCR on the remote control to put the remote in VCR mode.) Remote Control Codes VCR Codes Programmable for VCR button. Admiral .................................................................................... 2132 Adventura ................................................................................ 2026 Aiko .......................................................................................... 2027 Aiwa ......................................................................................... 2026 Akai ................. 2003, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2111, 2112, 2113 American High ........................................................................ 2021 Asha ......................................................................................... 2013 Audio Dynamics ........................................................... 2009, 2010 Audiovox ................................................................................. 2014 Bell & Howell ........................................................................... 2011 Beaumark ................................................................................. 2013 Broksonic ...................................................................... 2012, 2025 Calix ......................................................................................... 2014 Candle ..................................................... 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, ............................................................................. 2017, 2018, 2019 Canon .................................................................. 2021, 2022, 2114 Capehart ......................................................................... 2020, 2110 Carver ....................................................................................... 2062 CCE ................................................................................ 2027, 2061 Citizen ........................................................................... 2013, 2014, ............................................. 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2027 Colortyme ................................................................................ 2009 Colt ........................................................................................... 2061 Craig ......................................................... 2013, 2014, 2023, 2061 Curtis-Mathes .................................................... 2000, 2009, 2013, ................................... 2016, 2018, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2115, 2131 Cybernex ................................................................................. 2013 Daewoo .......... 2015, 2017, 2019, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2110 Daytron ..................................................................................... 2110 DBX ................................................................................ 2009, 2010 Dimensia ........................................................................ 2000, 2131 Dynatech .................................................................................. 2026 Electrohome ................................................................. 2014, 2029 Electrophonic .......................................................................... 2014 Emerson ............................ 2012, 2014, 2015, 2021, 2024, 2025, ..........2026, 2029, 2030, 2031, 2032, 2033, 2034,2035, 2036, ..........2037, 2038, 2039, 2040, 2041, 2042,2044, 2045, 2046, ............................................2047, 2065, 2113, 2116, 2117, 2130 Fisher ............ 2011, 2023, 2048, 2049, 2050, 2051, 2052, 2118 Fuji ................................................................................ 2021, 2119 Funai ....................................................................................... 2026 Garrard .................................................................................... 2026 GE ...................................................................... 2000, 2001, 2013, ............................................ 2021, 2022, 2053, 2115, 2120, 2131 Goldstar .................................................. 2009, 2014, 2018, 2054 Gradiente ................................................................................ 2026 Harley Davidson .................................................................... 2026 Harman Kardon ..................................................................... 2009 Harwood ................................................................................. 2061 Headquarter ............................................................................. 2011 Hitachi ........................................................................ 2055, 2056, ........................................................ 2057, 2107, 2111, 2120, 2122 Hi-Q ......................................................................................... 2023 Instant Replay ........................................................................ 2021 JCL ........................................................................................... 2021 JC Penney ............................................... 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, ..................................................... 2014, 2021, 2022, 2055, 2056, ....................................................... 2058, 2059, 2060, 2107, 2118 Jensen ................................................................ 2055, 2056, 2111 JVC ...................................... 2009, 2010, 2011, 2018, 2111, 2123 Kenwood ................... 2009, 2010, 2011, 2016, 2018, 2111, 2123 KLH .......................................................................................... 2061 Kodak ............................................................................ 2014, 2021 Lloyd ....................................................................................... 2026 Logik ....................................................................................... 2061 LXI ........................................................................................... 2014 Magnavox ....................................................... 2021, 2022, 2062, ....................................................... 2063, 2104, 2105, 2108, 2124 12 Chapter 2 Using the Remote Control VCR Codes continued Magnin ................................................................................... 2013 Marantz ........ 2009, 2010, 2011, 2016, 2018, 2021, 2062, 2064 Marta ...................................................................................... 2014 Masushita .............................................................................. 2021 Mei ......................................................................................... 2021 Memorex ...... 2011, 2013, 2014, 2021, 2023, 2026, 2104, 2132 MGA .................................................................. 2029, 2065, 2113 MGN Technology .................................................................. 2013 Midland .................................................................................. 2053 Minolta ............................................................. 2055, 2056, 2107 Mitsubishi ............ 2029, 2055, 2056, 2065, 2066, 2067, 2068, ........... 2069, 2070, 2071, 2072, 2073, 2074, 2106, 2113, 2123 Montgomery Ward .................................................... 2075, 2132 Motorola ..................................................................... 2021, 2132 MTC ............................................................................. 2013, 2126 Multitech .................................... 2013, 2016, 2026, 2053, 2061 NEC ............................................... 2009, 2010, 2011,2016, 2018, ............................................ 2064, 2076, 2078, 2079, 2111, 2123 Nikko ...................................................................................... 2014 Noblex .................................................................................... 2013 Olympus ................................................................................. 2021 Optimus ....................................................................... 2014, 2132 Optonica ................................................................................ 2096 Panasonic ......................... 2021, 2022, 2109, 2125, 2126, 2127 Pentax .......................................... 2016, 2055, 2056, 2107, 2120 Pentex Research .................................................................... 2018 Philco ..................................................... 2021, 2022, 2062, 2063 Philips .................................................... 2021, 2062, 2096, 2124 Pilot ........................................................................................ 2014 Pioneer ........................................ 2010, 2055, 2080, 2081, 2123 Portland .................................................. 2016, 2017, 2019, 2110 Proscan ............................................................. 2000, 2001, 2131 Protec ..................................................................................... 2061 Pulsar ..................................................................................... 2104 Quarter .................................................................................... 2011 Quartz ..................................................................................... 2011 Quasar ............................................................... 2021, 2022, 2125 RCA ...................... 2000, 2001, 2003, 2013, 2021, 2055, 2056, .................. 2082, 2083, 2084, 2085, 2086, 2087, 2088, 2089, ....................... 2090, 2091, 2107, 2115, 2120, 2125, 2131, 2133 Radioshack/Realistic ............................ 2011, 2013, 2014, 2021, .................... 2022, 2023, 2026, 2029, 2049, 2050, 2096, 2132 Radix ...................................................................................... 2014 Randex ................................................................................... 2014 Ricoh ...................................................................................... 2128 Runco ..................................................................................... 2104 Samsung ........................... 2005, 2013, 2015, 2033, 2053, 2112 Sanky ........................................................................... 2104, 2132 Sansui ..................................................... 2010, 2092, 2111, 2123 Sanyo ................................................................ 2011, 2013, 2023 Scott ............ 2012, 2015, 2025, 2032, 2038, 2065, 2093, 2116 Sears ............................................ 2011, 2014, 2021, 2023, 2048, ............................... 2049, 2050, 2051, 2055, 2056, 2107, 2118 Sharp ..................... 2017, 2029, 2094, 2095, 2096, 2097, 2132 Shintom ................................................. 2004, 2056, 2061, 2098 Shogun ................................................................................... 2013 Signature ............................................................................... 2132 Singer ................................................................ 2021, 2061, 2128 Sony ....................................................... 2004, 2098, 2099, 2119 STS ............................................................................... 2021, 2107 Sylvania ................ 2021, 2022, 2026, 2062, 2063, 2065, 2124 Symphonic ............................................................................ 2026 Tandy ...................................................................................... 2011 Tashiko ................................................................................... 2014 Tatung ......................................................................................... 2111 TEAC ..................................................................... 2026, 2085, 2111 Technics .......................................................................... 2021, 2109 Teknika ........................................... 2014, 2021, 2026, 2100, 2129 TMK ...................................................................... 2013, 2024, 2047 Toshiba ....................... 2015, 2049, 2051, 2055, 2065, 2093, 2116 Totevsion ........................................................................ 2013, 2014 Unitech ....................................................................................... 2013 Vector Research ........................................ 2009, 2010, 2015, 2016 Victor ......................................................................................... 2010 Video Concepts ............................... 2009, 2010, 2015, 2016, 2113 Videosonic ................................................................................. 2013 Wards ........................................................ 2013, 2014, 2015, 2021, ........................................... 2023, 2026, 2029, 2055, 2056, 2061, .................................... 2096, 2101, 2102, 2103, 2107, 2116, 2132 XR-1000 .............................................................. 2021, 2026, 2061 Yamaha ............................................. 2009, 2010, 2011, 2018, 2111 Zenith ............................................... 2004, 2098, 2104, 2119, 2128 DVD codes Programmable for DVD button. Aiwa ........................................................................................... 3009 Apex ................................................................................ 3023, 3024 GE ............................................................................................... 3000 Hitachi ....................................................................................... 3008 JVC .................................................................................. 3002, 3010 Konka ............................................................................... 3011, 3012 Magnavox ................................................................................. 3003 Mitsubishi .................................................................................. 3004 Panasonic .................................................................................. 3013 Philips ....................................................... 3003, 3019, 3021, 3022 Pioneer ....................................................................................... 3005 Proscan ...................................................................................... 3000 RCA ................................................................................. 3000, 3001 Samsung .................................................................................... 3025 Sanyo ......................................................................................... 3014 Sony ..................................................................... 3006, 3015, 3016 Toshiba ................................................................. 3007, 3017, 3020 Zenith ......................................................................................... 3018 Chapter 2 13 Chapter 3: Using the TV's Features and Menus Channel Banner There are several items that might appear on-screen when you press the INFO button on the remote. This display is called the Channel Banner. The following list describes the items on the Channel Banner screen (left to right and top to bottom). SAP CC Stereo or Mono BROWSE 06 ABCDEF Mute Current channel is broadcasting SAP (Second Audio Program) information. Closed Captioning is available on the current channel. Stereo displayed when the current channel is broadcasting in stereo. Mono displayed when the current channel is broadcasting in mono. Corresponds to the SKIP button. Appears when browsing all available channels. Current channel and label assigned to the channel. Sound is muted. Parental Controls and V-Chip The choices in the PARENTAL GUIDE menu involve software inside your TV (referred to as V-Chip) which allows you to block TV programs and movies based on violence, sex, or other content you may believe children should not view. Once you block programs, you can unblock programs by entering a password. By default, the software inside your TV is turned "off." For instructions to turn on V-Chip, go to page 18. How V-Chip Works V-Chip reads the program's age-based rating (TV-MA, TV-14, etc.) and content themes [(Violence (V), Adult Language (L), etc.)]. If you have blocked the rating and/or content themes that the program contains, you will receive a message that it is not available. Broadcasters are not required to provide content themes, so programs received with no content themes will only be blocked if you block their age-based rating. You can also block out programs that have been given a rating of Not Rated, and programs that are considered unrated. The TV age-based ratings and content themes you can block follow: USA V-Chip Rating System TV-MA (Mature Audience Only) Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and may be unsuitable for children under 17. It contains one or more of the following content themes: crude indecent language (L), explicit sexual activity (S), or graphic violence (V). TV-14 (Parents Strongly Cautioned) Contains some material that many parents would find unsuitable for children under 14. Parents are strongly urged to exercise greater care in monitoring this program and are cautioned against letting children under the age of 14 watch unattended. This program contains one or more of the following content themes: intensely suggestive dialogue (D), strong coarse language (L), intense sexual situations (S), or intense violence (V). 14 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. Chapter 3 Using the TV's Features and Menus TV-PG (Parental Guidance Suggested) Contains material that parents may find unsuitable for younger children. Many parents may want to watch it with their younger children. The program contains one or more of the following content themes: some suggestive dialogue (D), infrequent coarse language (L), some sexual situations (S), or moderate violence (V). TV-G (General Audience) Most parents would find this program suitable for all ages. It contains little or no sexual dialogue (D) or situations (S), no strong language (L), and little or no violence (V). TV-Y7 (Directed to Children 7 years and older) Designed for children ages 7 and above. It may be more appropriate for children who have acquired the developmental skills needed to distinguish between make-believe and reality. Themes and elements in this program may include mild fantasy violence (FV) or comedic violence, or may frighten children under the age of 7. TV-Y (All Children) Themes and elements in this program are designed for a young audience, including children from ages 2-6. It is not expected to frighten younger children. TV Rating Limit The TV Rating Limit lets you decide which TV programs can and cannot be viewed. To set TV programming limits: PASSWORD PASSWORD 1. Press MENU on the remote control (the Main menu appears). 2. Press the right arrow button until the Parental Guide icon is highlighted. 3. Press the down arrow button until the bottom PASSWORD is highlighted, then press the right arrow button to access the password entry. 4. Enter your password using the numbers buttons on the remote (the PARENTAL GUIDE menu appears). 5. Press the down arrow button until TV RATING is highlighted, then press the right arrow button (the TV RATING screen appears). TV RATING RATING FV D L S TV-Y >U TV-Y7 UU TV-G U TV-PG U UUU U UUU TV-14 TV-MA U UU V 6. Use the down arrow button to select the rating, then press the right arrow button to change the status of a TV program rating or content theme from U (Unblock) to B (Block). 7. Make sure PARENTAL GUIDE is on. Press the GO BACK button to return the PARENTAL GUIDE menu. 8. Press the down arrow button to highlight PARENTAL GUIDE OFF, then press the right arrow button to turn it on. It must be on for rating limits to take effect. The following sections give you more details about how to change the status of TV program limits. Note: If you forget your password, you can reset it. Enter 5898 as the password and then change it to a new one. U U U Chapter 3 15 Using the TV's Features and Menus The V-Chip Rating Screen The following is an example of where items are located within the TV RATING LIMIT screen. Rating Status Field Lets you select whether the status of the age-based rating limit to the left is Unblock or Block. Content Themes Lists the content themes you can block or unblock. Rating Field Lets you select from a list of age-based ratings you can block or unblock. TV RATING RATING FV D L S TV-Y >U TV-Y7 UU TV-G U TV-PG U UUU U UUU TV-14 TV-MA U UU V U U U Content Status Fields Lets you select which content themes to view for the selected rating, and whether the status of the content theme is currently Unblock (U) or Block (B). Rating Settings Area Lets you see the current block/view state of age-based ratings and associated content. Hierarchy of Age-Based Ratings TV-MA TV-14 TV-PG TV-G TV-Y7 TV-Y Mature Audience Only Parents Strongly Cautioned Parental Guidance Suggested General Audience Directed to Children 7 years and older All Children Blocking Age-Based Ratings You can automatically block all program ratings above a specified age-based rating level. To block programs with higher ratings: 1. Press the up or down arrow button to scroll to the rating corresponding with the lowest rating you do not want the child to watch. 2. Press the OK button to toggle between U (Unblock) and B (Block). The status for the rating listed to the left and all higher ratings automatically changes to B (Block). 3. Press the GO BACK button to return the PARENTAL GUIDE menu. 4. Press the down arrow button to highlight PARENTAL GUIDE OFF, then press the right arrow button to turn it on. It must be on for rating limits to take effect. Viewing Age-Based Ratings After you block age-based ratings, you can change some of the ratings back to Unblock. 1. Press the up or down arrow button to select the rating with a status of B (Block). 2. Press OK to select U (Unblock). 16 Chapter 3 Using the TV's Features and Menus MPAA RATING LIMIT The MPAA RATING menu lets you decide which movies can and can't be viewed according to the agebased rating of the MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America). The TV locks and unlocks the parental control settings using a password you select. If you want your child to watch movies that have a PG rating and lower (in other words, movies rated PG and G), then you could automatically block out all other movies with higher ratings. Content Themes FV D L S V Fantasy Violence Sexually explicit dialogue Adult language Sexual situations Violence Blocking Specific Content Themes You can block programs based on their content. (Content is represented by the FV, D, L, S, and V on your screen.) When you block a content theme for a particular rating, you automatically block that content theme for higher rated programs as well. To block program content: 1. Determine the content themes you want to block. 2. Press the down arrow button to move the highlight to the content theme status you want to change. 3. Press the right arrow button to change its status to B (Block). Notes: Broadcasters are not required to provide content themes or age-based ratings. V TV RATING RATING FV D L S TV-Y >U TV-Y7 UU TV-G U TV-PG U UUU U UUU TV-14 TV-MA U UU You must remember to activate P arental Guide for rating limits to take effect. U U U 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 U (Unblock) : 1. Determine the content themes you want to change to U (Unblock). 2. Press the down arrow button to move the highlight to a content theme status, such as B under language (L) corresponding with TV-14. 3. Press the right arrow button to change the status back to U. Your child would then be able to watch programs with the TV-14 adult language content, but not programs with TV-MA language content. Note: Only the content theme status corresponding to TV-14 (L) language changes to U (Unblock). Higher rated content themes, such as that for TV-MA language, do not change. Chapter 3 17 Using the TV's Features and Menus V-Chip Movie Rating Limit Set movie rating limits by blocking movies rated above a specified level. MPAA RATING G PG PG-13 R NC-17 X To access the MPAA RATING (Movie Rating Limit) menu: B B B B B B 1. Press MENU on the remote control (the Main menu appears). 2. Press the right arrow button until the Parental Guide icon is highlighted. 3. Press the down arrow button until the bottom PASSWORD is highlighted, then press the right arrow button to access the password entry. 4. Enter your password using the numbers buttons on the remote (the PARENTAL GUIDE menu appears). 5. Press the down arrow button until MPAA RATING is highlighted, then press the right arrow button (the MPAA RATING screen appears). 6. Use the down arrow button to select the rating, then press the right arrow button to change the status of a TV program rating or content theme from U (Unblock) to B (Block). 7. Make sure PARENTAL GUIDE is on. Press the GO BACK button to return the PARENTAL GUIDE menu. 8. Press the down arrow button to highlight PARENTAL GUIDE OFF, then press the right arrow button to turn it on. It must be on for rating limits to take effect. Note: If you forget your password, you can reset it. Enter 5898 as the password and then change it to a new one. You must remember to activate P arental Guide for rating limits to take effect. Parental Guide On (Activate V-Chip) Selecting this option lets you activate and deactivate parental control settings. 1. Press MENU on the remote control (the Main menu appears). 2. Press the right arrow button until the Parental Guide icon is highlighted. 3. Press the down arrow button until the bottom PASSWORD is highlighted, then press the right arrow button to access the password entry. 4. Enter your password using the numbers buttons on the remote (the PARENTAL GUIDE menu appears). 5. Press the down arrow button to highlight PARENTAL GUIDE OFF, then press the right arrow button to turn it on. It must be on for rating limits to take effect. If you do not activate V-Chip, none of the settings for V-Chip will take effect. If you forget your password, you can reset it. Enter 5898 as the password and then change it to a new one. 18 Chapter 3 Using the TV's Features and Menus Child Lock Selecting this option lets you lock (disable) or unlock (enable) the TV's front panel. The remote still tunes to any channel. When using this as a Parental Control method, remove access to any remote that is capable of operating the television. 1. Press MENU on the remote control (the Main menu appears). 2. Press the right arrow button until the Parental Guide icon is highlighted. 3. Press the down arrow button until the bottom PASSWORD is highlighted, then press the right arrow button to access the password entry. 4. Enter your password using the numbers buttons on the remote (the PARENTAL GUIDE menu appears). 5. Press the down arrow button to highlight CHILD LOCK, then press the right arrow button to turn it on. PARENTAL GUIDE PARENTAL GUIDE ON TV RATING MPAA RATING CHILD LOCK OFF CHANGE PASSWORD Change Password Selecting this option lets you simply create a new password at any time. Once you enter a new password from CHANGE PASSWORD in the PARENTAL GUIDE menu, it is the password you use until you change it again. 1. Press MENU on the remote control (the Main menu appears). 2. Press the right arrow button until the Parental Guide icon is highlighted. 3. Press the down arrow button until the bottom PASSWORD is highlighted, then press the right arrow button to access the password entry. 4. Enter your password using the numbers buttons on the remote (the PARENTAL GUIDE menu appears). 5. Press the down arrow button to highlight CHANGE PASSWORD, then press the right arrow button to select it. 6. Press the down arrow button to highlight NEW PASSWORD, and use the number buttons on the remote to enter the new password. Enter it again in the confirm field to confirm the new password. CHANGE PASSWORD NEW PASSWORD ---CONFIRM ---- Chapter 3 19 Chapter 3: Using the TV's Features and Menus Picture Menu PICTURE CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS COLOR SHARPNESS TINT COMBFILTER COLOR TEMP The PICTURE menu options apply to the video for the main TV and video input selections. 1 18 50 50 0 ON NORMAL Press the up and down arrow buttons to select an item, and then press the right arrow button to change it. CONTRAST Adjusts the difference between the light and dark areas of the picture. BRIGHTNESS Adjusts the brightness of the picture. COLOR Adjusts the richness of the color. SHARPNESS Adjusts the crispness of the edges in the picture. TINT Adjusts the balance between the red and green levels. COMB FILTER Turns the comb filter on and off for improved picture performance. COLOR TEMP Press the right arrow to scroll through the color adjustments: Cold for a more blue palette of picture colors; Normal; and Warm for a more red palette of picture colors. Sound Menu The SOUND menu offers enhanced audio options, such as listening to a second audio program (SAP) and general sound quality adjustments. AUTO USER 50 50 0 OFF SOUND MODE PRESET BASS TREBLE BALANCE SURROUND Press the up and down arrow buttons to select an item, and then press the right arrow button to change it. MODE Press the right arrow to scroll through the available audio types, which control the way the sound comes through your speakers: AUTO detects the type of sound automatically. MONO plays the sound in mono only. Use this setting when receiving broadcasts with weak stereo signals; and STEREO to split 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. SAP (Second Audio Program) Plays the program's audio in a second language, if one is available. The TV displays the word SAP when you tune to a program that is broadcast with SAP information. SAP audio is broadcast in mono. SAP is also used to broadcast a program's audio with descriptions of the video for the visually impaired. 20 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. Chapter 3 Using the TV's Features and Menus PRESET Allows you to choose from 4 preset audio settings (USER, SPEECH, THEATER, and MUSIC), depending on what setting is right for you. You'll want to experiment to see which has the best sound for your situation. BASS Increases or decreases the bass. TREBLE Increases or decreases the treble. BALANCE Press the right arrow to increase the audio output in the right speaker; press the left arrow to increase the audio output in the left speaker. SURROUND Turns on or off the surround sound effect. Timer Menu The TIMER menu allows you to set the sleep timer. TIMER SLEEP TIMER 20 Press the up and down arrow buttons to select an item, and then press the right arrow button to change it. SLEEP TIMER Lets you set the time you want the TV to turn itself off after a given time. Press the right arrow to add 10 minutes to the clock (up to two hours). Chapter 3 21 Using the TV's Features and Menus Function Menu The FUNCTION menu lets you set advanced settings, such as menu language, noise reduction, and closed captioning. FUNCTION LANGUAGE BACKGROUND BLACK STRETCH NOISE REDUCE CLOSE CAPTION ENGLISH ON OFF OFF CC1 Press the up and down arrow buttons to select an item, and then press the right arrow button to change it. LANGUAGE Lets you select your preferred language for the menus. BACKGROUND Turns on or off the background function when no signal is received (only when using Video Input Channels). BLACK STRETCH Turns on or off the black stretch function. Improves contrast so that near black images become a truer black. NOISE REDUCE Turns noise reduction on and off. CLOSE CAPTION Many programs are encoded with closedcaptioning 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, CC is displayed in the channel banner. Go to Chapter 3 for more information about the channel banner. The closed caption options are: CC Display Lets you choose when closed captioning information is shown on the screen. Off No captioning information displayed. On Captioning information always appears, when available. CC Mode Choose which captioning mode is used for displaying captioning information. If you are unsure of the differences among the modes, you may prefer to leave the closed captioned mode set to CC1, which displays complete text of the program in the primary language in your area. 22 Chapter 3 Using the TV's Features and Menus Tuning Menu The TUNING menu lets you edit your channel list and add all available channels. TUNING SOURCE CHANNEL CH NAME DELETE CH FINE TUNE AUTO SEARCH AIR 10 < > NO Press the up and down arrow buttons to select an item, and then press the right arrow button to change it. SOURCE Press the left or right arrow to toggle between the signal source your TV is receiving. Choose CABLE if you are currently using cable or a cable box for TV signals. Choose AIR if you are currently using an off-air antenna for TV signals. Adding, Deleting, or Naming Channels: CH NAME Edit the channels in the off-air list or choose labels for each channel. To delete a channel from the channel list, highlight CHANNEL and use the left or right arrow to select the channel. Then highlight DELETE CH and press the OK button. To add a label to a channel, select the channel in the CHANNEL option. Press the down arrow to highlight CH NAME. Press the right arrow to highlight the first space. Use the up or down arrow to ascend or descend through the characters. Continue to press the right arrow to highlight the space and the up or down arrow to add a character. Press OK when you're finished adding a label. Note: Channel naming is only available for off-air channels. This feature will not appear when SOURCE is set to CABLE. FINE TUNE Allows you to fine tune a channel when the picture is not clear. AUTO SEARCH Searches for channels the signal is receiving and stores them in the TV's channel list. Go to page 8 for more information. Parental Guide Menu The PARENTAL GUIDE menu was explained earlier in this chapter. Go to page 14 for more information. PARENTAL GUIDE PARENTAL GUIDE ON TV RATING MPAA RATING CHILD LOCK OFF CHANGE PASSWORD Chapter 3 23 Chapter 4: Other Information Troubleshooting Most problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected by consulting the following troubleshooting list. 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. For additional assistance while using your RCA product, please visit www.rca.com/ customersupport. TV Problems TV won't turn on · · · · · Press the TV button. Make sure the TV is plugged in. Check the wall receptacle (or extension cord) to make sure it is "live" by plugging in something else. Something might be wrong with your remote control. Press the POWER button on the front of the TV. If the TV turns on, check the remote control solutions on page 25. The front panel controls may be locked (disabled). Use the remote control to unlock the front panel controls by selecting CHILD LOCK in the PARENTAL GUIDE menu and press the right arrow button to turn it off. If you're using the remote control, press the TV button first to make sure the remote is in TV mode. The front panel controls may be locked (disabled). Use the remote control to unlock the front panel controls by selecting CHILD LOCK in the PARENTAL GUIDE menu and press the right arrow button to turn it off. Unplug the TV for two minutes and then plug it back in. Turn the TV on and try again. Sleep timer might have been activated. Go to page 21 for instructions. Electronic protection circuit may have been activated because of a power surge. Wait 30 seconds and then turn on again. If this happens frequently, the voltage in your house may be abnormally high or low. Unplug TV. Wait five minutes. Plug it in again. You might have pressed CH+, CH- or OK on the remote accidentally. Make sure the component connected to the TV is turned on. Try another channel. Maybe the sound is muted. Try pressing the volume up button to restore sound. If using S-Video, remember to also connect the component's left and right audio output jacks to the TV's AUDIO jacks. Channel may be blocked or not approved through the V-Chip. If using a VCR, check to make sure the TV/VCR button on the VCR is in the correct mode (press the TV/VCR button on your VCR). Buttons don't work · · · · · · · · · · · TV turns off unexpectedly TV turns on unexpectedly Blank screen No sound, picture okay Can't select certain channel · · 24 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. Chapter 4 Other Information Noisy stereo reception · · · · May be a weak station. Access the SOUND menu, highlight MODE and then choose MONO. Maybe the signal type is set wrong. Go to page 8 for detailed instructions. The channel might be blank -- change channels. If you're watching your VCR and it's connected with coaxial cable to the TV ANT jack, tune the TV to channel 3 or 4 (whichever channel is selected on the 3/4 switch on the back of your VCR). Also check to make sure the TV/VCR button on the VCR is in the correct mode (press the TV/VCR button on your VCR). Check antenna connections. Make sure all of the cables are firmly connected to the jacks. Try adjusting sharpness function to improve weak signals. Go to page 20 for more instructions. Closed caption might be on. Check Closed Caption in the FUNCTION menu. Go to page 22 for more instructions. No picture, no sound but TV is on Sound okay, picture poor · · · Black box appears on the screen The Remote Control Doesn't Work · · · · · Something might be between the remote and the remote sensor on the component. Make sure there is a clear path. Maybe the remote isn't aimed directly at the component (DVD, TV, VCR) that you're trying to operate. Maybe remote is not in TV Mode. Press the TV button so remote will control TV. Maybe batteries in remote are weak, dead, or installed incorrectly. Put new batteries in the remote. (Note, if you remove the batteries, you may have to reprogram the remote to operate other components.) You might need to reset the remote: remove batteries and press the number 1 button for at least 60 seconds. Release the 1 button, replace the batteries, and (if necessary) program the remote again. Problems with V-Chip/Parental Controls The rating limits don't work · You must activate the settings. Press MENU, select PARENTAL GUIDE, enter your password, and highlight and turn on PARENTAL GUIDE. I don't remember my password and I want to unlock the TV · If you forget your password you can reset it. Enter 5898 as the password and then change it to a new one. Chapter 4 25 Other Information Care and Cleaning CAUTION: Turn OFF your TV before cleaning. You can clean the TV as required, using a soft lint-free cloth. Be sure to occasionally dust the ventilation slots in the cabinet to help assure adequate ventilation. The TV's screen may be cleaned with a soft, lint-free cloth as well. Take care not to scratch or mar the screen. If necessary, you may use a cloth dampened with warm water. Never use strong cleaning agents, such as ammonia-based cleaners, or abrasive powder. These types of cleaners will damage the TV. While cleaning do not spray liquid directly on the screen, or allow liquid to run down the screen and inside the TV. Also, never place drinks or vases with water on top of the TV. This could increase the risk of fire or shock hazard or damage to the TV. Caution: Using video games or any external accessory with fixed images for extended periods of time can cause them to be permanently imprinted on the picture tube (or projection TV picture tubes). ALSO, some network/program logos, phone numbers, etc. may cause similar damage. This damage is not covered by your warranty. FCC and Canada Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 26 Chapter 4 Other Information Limited Warranty What your warranty covers: · Defects in material or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: · One year from date of purchase for labor charges. · · One year from date of purchase for parts. Two years from date of purchase for the picture tubes. The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first. What we will do: · Pay any Authorized RCA Television Service Center the labor charges to repair your television. · Pay any Authorized RCA Television Service Center for the new or, at our option, rebuilt replacement parts and picture tube required to repair your television. How you get service: · For 20" screen size: Take your RCA television to any Authorized RCA Television Service Center and pickup when repairs are complete. · For screen sizes larger than 20": Request home or pick up, repair and return service from any Authorized RCA Television Service Center, provided that your television is located within the geographic territory covered by an Authorized RCA Television Service Center. If not, you must take your television to the Service Center location at your own expense, or pay for the cost the Service Center may charge to transport your television to and from your home. · To identify your nearest Authorized RCA Service Center, ask your dealer, visit www.rca.com, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-336-1900. · Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product is within the warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service. For rental firms, proof of first rental is also required. What your warranty does not cover: · Customer instruction. (Your Owner's Manual describes how to install, adjust, and operate your product. Any additional information should be obtained from your dealer.) · Installation and related adjustments. · Signal reception problems not caused by your television. · Damage from misuse or neglect. · Batteries. · Customer replacement fuses. · Damage from images burnt onto the screen. · A television that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes. · Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage. · A television purchased or serviced outside the U.S.A. Chapter 4 27 Other Information Product Registration: · Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your TV or register on-line at www.rca.com/productregistration. It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage. Limitation of Warranty: · THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN BY THOMSON INC., ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY. · REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. THOMSON INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. How state law relates to this warranty: · Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. · This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state. If you purchased your product outside the United States: · This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information. Service calls which do not involve defective materials or workmanship are not covered by this warranty. Costs of such service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser. 28 Chapter 4 Other Information DVD VCR TV ON OFF VOL MUTE GO BACK CH CLEAR MENU OK PRESETS CC INFO SKIP 1 4 7 INPUT GUIDE 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 ANTENNA