Safety Instructions on the next page. Product Registration Please fill out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately. For US customers: Your RCA Consumer Electronics product may also be registered at www.rca.com/television. Registering this product allows us to contact you if needed.
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Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8.
Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ... i Chapter 1 I Connections & Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect ... 6 Protect Against Power Surges ... 6 Instructions at the Beginning of User's Guide ... 6 Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference ... 6 Use Indirect Light ...
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Chapter 3 I Using TV Features Channel Banner ... 32 Autotuning ... 32 Parental Controls and V-Chip ... 33 How V-Chip Works for USA and Canada ... 33 Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ... 34 US V-Chip TV Ratings ... 34 US V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ... 35 Blocking Canadian V-Chip Ratings ...
1 Connections and Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect Protect Against Power Surges • Connect all devices before you plug any power cords into the wall outlet or power strip. NEVER plug your TV/DVD into an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch. •...
Attaching TV/DVD to Table Stand Your TV comes without the table stand attached so that you can choose to mount your TV/DVD either to its table stand or to a wall (wall mount sold separately). If you want to mount your TV/DVD to the wall, don’t attach the table stand, and instead, follow the Mounting Your TV to the Wall instructions on page 11.
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Attach the table stand to the TV cabinet by inserting the stand into the stand connector support, and aligning the three screw holes, from the bottom, tighten- ing three M4 St-screws with a screwdriver. Swivel Table Stand Assembly for models L32HD33D and L40HD33D Parts List 1 Stand Table...
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Step 1 1. Take the TV bag and place it on a flat table. 2. Take the TV set and place it face down on the TV bag. Step 2 1. Take the Stand Base and the Hinge. 2. Position the Hinge by aligning the slot on the Hinge and the notch on the Stand Base.
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Step 3 1. Take the Stand Base Assembly and the Hinge Cover. 2. Locate the Hinge Cover by aligning the biggest tab fastener to the biggest slot on the Stand Base. 3. Push and fasten the Hinge Cover to the Stand Base. Be sure all 3 tab fasteners snap firmly in place.
To mount your TV to the wall you need to purchase a VESA wall mount Model L26HD33D Model L32HD33D Model L40HD33D The VESA number is the horizontal and vertical measurement of the mounting holes. For example, 600x400 means the mounting measurements are 600mm horizontally and 400mm vertically.
Get the Picture The first part of connecting your TV/DVD is to get the picture, also known as the signal. The back panel of your TV/DVD allows you to receive analog and/or digital channels by using the ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT. Getting Channels What You Need Antenna ("rabbit ears") or outdoor antenna with coaxial cable Coaxial cable with cable service...
14-15 ment system and instruct you in its operation. For details about this service, call 1-888-206-3359. pages 15-16 For additional assistance while using your RCA product, please visit www.rca.com/ customersupport. pages 16-17 Connections and Setup Chapter 1 If you...
Connecting a Device with Composite Video (Good) This connection allows you to connect a device that has a Video Out jack, for example, a DVD player. Using the example of a DVD player: 1. If necessary, connect your cable and/or off-air antenna as described on page 12. 2.
Component Video Connection This is an example of a connection using the component video jacks. Go to page 14 for specific instructions. COMPONENT VIDEO CABLES (Y Pb Pr) ARE COLOR CODED- GREEN, BLUE AND RED Connecting a Device with HDMI (Best) High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) technology is an uncompressed digital connec- tion that carries both video and audio data by way of an integrated mini-plug cable.
HDMI/DVI Connection (Best) This is an example of a connection using the HDMI2/DVI jack. Go to page 15 for specific instructions. Don’t forget: If necessary, connect antenna or cable to get a picture. Go to page 12 for instructions. Connecting a PC Device This connection allows you to connect to a personal computer and use your TV/DVD as a monitor.
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PC Connection This is an example of a connection using the PC VIDEO jack. Go page 16 for specific instructions. Viewing Picture from Connected Device 1. Plug in the TV (see page 18 for details) and the device, if they aren't already plugged in. 2.
Plug in TV/DVD Plug the end of the power cord into the back of the TV/DVD. Plug the other end into an outlet. Insert the plug completely into the outlet. Do not plug into an outlet controlled by a light switch. Put Batteries in Remote •...
Complete Initial Setup The menu system in your TV/DVD allows the TV’s features to work properly. The first time you turn on your TV/DVD, the language screen appears. Set Menu Language The first part of the setup allows you to select your preferred language for the menu system. If English is your preferred language, press OK and go to set the TV Location Mode.
What To Expect Watching TV • Remember: Look for an A at the top of the screen to see if you're watching an analog channel. Analog video is sent in a 4/3 format, or your TV/DVD can display these channels in a16/9 format by pressing the FORMAT buttons to view the different formats available.
Explanation of Jacks (in alphabetical order) This section describes the jacks on the back panel of your TV/DVD. There are several ways to connect devices. ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from your antenna, cable, or cable box. AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT 1 (VID1) such as a VCR or DVD player.
Buttons and Other Jacks On Your TV/DVD Side Input Jacks Headphones VIDEO INPUT 2 console, VCR, or DVD player. To access a device connected to the VIDEO jack, press the INPUT button on your remote repeatedly to select VID2 displayed at the top of the screen. AUDIO L and R console, VCR, or DVD player.
2 Using the Remote Control Remote Control Buttons TV Functions Alphanumeric Buttons Enter channel number and options with letters, using these buttons. To enter a channel, press the number buttons and press OK. To enter a digital channel with a sub-channel, enter the main channel, then press the right arrow button to enter the sub-channel and press OK.
ON•OFF DVD) and programmed, will turn the device on or off. REW, REPLAY, PLAY, NEXT, FWD, REC, STOP, PAUSE (buttons at TOP of the remote) If programmed, provides transport control for some remote-controllable devices, for example, VCRs or DVD players. ZZZ (SLEEP) SAT/AUX tunes it to the satellite or cable box Video Input Channel.
The universal remote can be programmed to operate many brands of remote-controllable VCRs, audio devices, DVD players, cable boxes, satellite receivers and other devices. In addition to being programmed to operate your television, it’s already programmed to operate some RCA devices. Notes: •...
Using Manual Code Search Note: remote know which type of device should begin searching codes. following steps. 1. Turn on the device you want to control. 2. On your remote control, simultaneously press and hold the ON•OFF and MUTE buttons (approximately 3 seconds) until the CANCEL button lights up.
Manual Reset of Remote Manual Reset is used to reset the remote settings to default. Note: The reset can also be done by replacing the batteries, but replacing the batteries does not always cause a reset, so you can perform a manual reset if the remote doesn’t reset after battery replacement.
TV/DVD to the VID1 input, for example, when only works with you want to watch a tape on the VCR. To set up the Autotuning feature: other RCA devices. 1. Press MENU (the Main Menu appears). 2. Highlight Setup and press OK on your remote.
You can select from the following inputs or channels: Disabled Choose this if you don’t have a device connected to the TV/DVD or if you don’t want the TV to automatically tune to the correct channel/input when you’re using this device. Channel 3 or 4 Device is connected to the ANTENNA/CABLE jack on the back of the TV/DVD, and you want the TV to tune to channel 3 when you press the corresponding button on the remote.
Lock/Unlock Parental Controls Parental Control Go Back • When the Parental Control menu is accessed from the Main menu and the parental controls Lock Parental Control Select Channel 51 MTV are permanently unlocked, the following message is displayed: Block Channel Button Block V-Chip “Parental controls are UNLOCKED.
6. Use the MENU button repeatedly to get back to the Parental Control menu. 7. Select Lock Parental Control from the Parental Control menu for rating limits to take effect, you must press OK and enter a 4-digit password. To view age-based ratings after you've locked them, follow the same steps as above to unlock. Blocking Specific Content Themes You can block programs based on their content.
Blocking Canada V-Chip Ratings English Ratings Go Back If you receive Canadian programs you can block Canadian English and French V-Chip by CE-18+ CE-14+ ratings only. When you block a particular rating, you automatically block the higher rated pro- CE-PG CE-G CE-C8+ grams as well.
Change Password This option let you set a new V-chip password. 1. Press MENU on the remote control (the TV's Main Menu appears). 2. Select Parental Control. 3. Select Change Password and press OK to display the password resetting menu. 4.
4 Using TV Menu Using Menu System This section explores the menus of your TV. Each menu is outlined and detailed to help you Main Menu Exit get the most from your TV. The Parental Control menu is discussed in Chapter 3. To access the Picture Sound menu system:...
Film Mode (3:2 Pulldown) Automatically detects video sources that were originally recorded on film (like most movies) and subsequently converted to a different format (for TV broadcast, for example). Film mode processes the converted signal so that it looks as close as possible to the original.
Channel Menu The Channel Setup menu lets you configure the TV to fit its surroundings and your preferences. Press MENU on the remote, and then select Channel from the Main Menu. Channel List The Channel List menu allows you to view all the channels available in your channel list.
Analog CC Type If available, lets you select the captioning mode 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.
5 DVD Functions-Playing Discs Regional Coding Your DVD player has been designed to process regional management information that is stored on DVD discs. DVD discs that have different regional codes to that of your player cannot be played. The regional code for your player is 1. All means all regions. When you buy a disc check that it bears the correct logo.
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Still image While the disc is playing, press PAUSE once to freeze frame. To resume normal playback, press PLAY. Changing title/chanpter/track While the disc is playing, press REPLAY or NEXT on the remote to go immediately to the previous or next title/chanpter/track. Accelerated play While the disc is playing, press REW or FWD button one or more times to vary the speed and direction of the accelerated play: x2, x4, x8, x20 ( For DVDand CD)
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Changing the audio language (DVD) Press F1 repeatedly to switch between different audio languages for DVD. Subtitles Press CC repeatedly to switch between different subtitle languages available in the disc. Repeat play mode This function allows you to repeat a title, chapter, track, a programmed sequence or whole disc.
6 DVD Functions-Menus Display the DVD Main Menu This DVD Player setup is carried out via the TV, enabling you to customise the DVD player to suit your particular requirement. 1. Turn on the TV/DVD, press the DVD button to turn to DVD mode. 2.
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Rating Menu This feature lets you set a playback limitation level. The rating level from 1 to 8 and are country dependent. You can prohitbit the playing of certain disc that are not suitable for your SYSTEM SETUP children or have certain discs played with alternative scenes. PASSWORD 1 KID SAFE RATING...
Language Setup With this menu, you can set the language for player menus, audio, subtitles and the disc menus. 1. Press Menu to display the Main Menu. 2. Press the up or down arrow button to select DVD Player Menu. 3.
7 Other Information Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) What’s the quickest way to view High Definition (HD) video? Connect an off-air antenna to the ANTENNA/CABLE Input to view free local digital channels. You might need to purchase an antenna. Go to page 12 for more information. Visit www.antennaweb.org for help deciding what type of antenna to use to receive the local digital channels available to you.
Troubleshooting Most problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected by consulting the following troubleshooting list. TV Problems TV won’t turn on • 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. •...
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Buttons don’t work • The side panel controls may be locked (disabled). Use the remote control to unlock the side panel controls by selecting the Button Block feature in the Parental Control menu and press OK to uncheck the box. •...
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Then plug in the TV, turn on the TV, and see if the problem is fixed. If the problem remains, then please click on the Customer Support Menu at www.rca.com/television for updated FAQs or contact RCA Customer Support at the support number provided in your Warranty under How To Get Service.
V-Chip Rating Explanations US 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).
G (General Audience) Programming considered acceptable for all ages groups. While not designed specifi- cally for children, it is understood younger viewers may be part of the audience. Violence Guidelines: Will contain very little violence, either physical or verbal or emotional. Will be sensitive to themes which could frighten a younger child, will not depict realistic scenes of violence which minimize or gloss over the effects of violent acts.
• Ninety (90) days from date of purchase for parts. What we will do: • At TTE’s discretion, pay an Authorized RCA Service Center for both labor charges and parts to repair your television, or replace your television with a refurbished/remanufactured unit. See “How to get service”...
Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your unit or register on-line at www.rca.com/television. It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.