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  • Page 1 COLOR TV OW...
  • Page 2 Important Information WARNING: CAUTIONS: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this TV to rain or moisture. Do not defeat the safety feature of this plug. The wide blade fits into the wall socket only one way. If you need an extension cord, make sure it matches the plug of the 'IV.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Table of Contents Thank you for choosing RCA Your television is designed for long Getting Started life and superior operation. Despite First-Time Operation ..............its sophistication, your new TV is amazingly simple to operate because it has so many automatic features.
  • Page 4: Getting Started

    Getting Started First-Time Operation "f_e steps below will help you get your TV connected and working quickly. Page numbers are also listed for more details. Place batteries in remote. 3. Connect antenna or cable-TV 1. Unpack TV and accessories. system. Shown below are the accessories that 1.
  • Page 5: First-Time Operation

    Getting Started First-Time Operation Set the clock. 5. Turn on TV and place channels Edit the channel memory. in memory. You can add and erase channels from • Press MENU repeatedly until SETUP is memory as desired. highlighted. Then press + to select the Your TV is designed to place active SETUP menu.
  • Page 6: Controlling Your Tv

    Controlling Your TV Front Panel and Headphone Jack Shown here are the front-panel buttons. The headphone jack is located on the back of the TV. Headphone Jack (back of TV) Remote Semor RESET Button Renfote Sensor • Press to return all video settings (color, tint, contrast, ., When using the remote control, point it toward this sensor.
  • Page 7: On-Screen Displays

    Controlling Your TV On-Screen Displays Channel Number FM Radio 13" Sleep Timer_ 7:17PM Time Alarm Timer ../,- MUTE Sleep Timer Time This display appears after the clock is set whenever you This display appears when the sleep timer has been set. change channels or press DISPLAYon the remote.
  • Page 8: Remote Operation

    Controlling Your TV Remote Operation POWER Button VOL Buttons (Volume up and down) When operating the remote, point it • Press to turn the "IV on or off. (Also - and + Buttons) directly at the front of the TV without •...
  • Page 9: Operating Features

    Operating Features FM Radio Operation Programming Radio Stations Operating Radio The FM radio is designed to work into Memory on either cable-TV or a home Turn on the TV and press FM/TV antenna. If your TV is connected on the remote or FM on the front Select the radio station you want cable-TV, the radio w'.tll only work of the TV.
  • Page 10: Video Menu

    Operating Features VIDEO Menu Press MENU until VIDEO is highlighted. Then press + to select the VIDEO menu. Press MENU to move down the menu and + and - to adjust each function. Press MENU to select VIDEO The VIDEO RESET function changes all the video functions (color, tint, contrast, brightness, sharpness) back to the factory settings.
  • Page 11: Setup Menu

    Operating Features SETUP Menu Press MENU until SETUP is highlighted. Then press + to select the SETUP menu. Press MENU to move down the menu and + and - to adjust each function. When using the FM radio, only the first Setup menu appears. Pl'ess MENU to select...
  • Page 12: Sleep Timer Operation

    Operating Features Sleep Timer Operation Setting the Sleep Timer E;y setting the Sleep Timer, you can program your TV or FM radio to turn itself off after a certain period of time 1. Press MENU until SETUP is 4. When the Sleep Timer is turned on, 01p to four hours).
  • Page 13: Alarm Timer Operation

    C)perating Features Alarm Timer Operation The TV or radio can be Setting the Alarm Timer programmed to turn itself on at a 4. When the Alarm Timer is turned specific time within a 24-hour 1. Press MENU until SETUP is period by setting the Alarm Timer.
  • Page 14: Editing Channel Memory

    Operating Features Editing Channel Memory AutoProgramming Channel Memory Follow these instructions to erase and Connect home antenna(s) or cable The Channel Memory is the list of add channels. to your set. TV channel numbers your TV will 1. Press MENU until SETUP is stop on when you press the Press MENU until SETUP is highlighted.
  • Page 15: Connecting Your 'Iv

    Connecting Your TV Antenna/Cable Information Cable-TV delivers both VHF and UHF Most modern TV antennas receive both Use the connector shown below to channels and other channels not available connect your antenna or cable-TV system VHF (Very High Frequency) and UHF to the back of the TV.
  • Page 16: Home Antenna Connections

    Connecting Your TV Home Antenna Connections Follow one of the steps below to connect an indoor or outdoor antenna to your TV (not a cable-TV system). lf the antenna cable coming from your home antenna is a 75-ohm round coaxial cable that carries only VHF (channels 2-13), only UHF (channels 14-69), or VHF and UHF channels, connect it to your set like this: Cable _,-_,A...
  • Page 17: Cable-Tv Connections

    Connecting Your TV Cable-TV Connections Follow one of these steps to connect a cable-TV system to your TV instead of a home antenna. Since cable-TV systems vary, you may wish to consult your local cable-TV company for additional information. Follow this diagram if your cable company does not require a cable box (no scrambled channels): _N.A Back Cable...
  • Page 18: Cable-Tv Operation

    Connecting Your TV Cable-TV Operation Scrambled Cable-TV Channels Some cable-TV companies do not Your new TV is designed to receive follow the EIA/NCTA standards Some cable companies offer up to 181 TV channels, including 125 instead assign their own channel "premium-pay"...
  • Page 19 Connecting Your TV Mounting Your TV Follow the instructions below if you Warning to RV Owners want to mount your TV under a Cabinet Cabinet The mounting bracket provided cabinet. Overhang with this TV is not designed or recommended for under cabinet Required Tools Top of...
  • Page 20 Connecting Your TV Mounting Your TV 5. Remove mounting guide and drill shavings. Remove the mounting guide and clean Spacer(s) the drill shavings from inside and 1/4" under the cabinet. 3/4" 6. Select spacers if required. • The spacers slip over the ends of the screws and allow you to mount the TV below the edge of the cabinet's overhang.
  • Page 21 Connecting Your TV Mounting Your TV U. Slide TV onto Bracket 12. Attach AC Power Cord. 10. (Optional) Attach Supplied Antenna to Bottom of TV. • First attach the AC power cord to the 4-prong connector on the back ..Cabinet [..
  • Page 22: Using Dc Power Cord

    Connecting Your TV Using DC Power Cord Replacing Fuse in DC H,ow to Operate TV on DC Power Cord Power (Car Battery) You can power your TV from a 12- There is a safety fuse in the plug of volt car, truck, or RV battery by the DC power cord.
  • Page 23: Accessories

    Accessories Remote Control ..This is the remote that came packed witla your TV. You can use the order form to order it direct by mail. :-_ -.._j 213723 Optional Remote This remote not only controls your TV but can also control most brands of remote-controUable VCRs, cable bb_ I oo_1...
  • Page 24: Accessories

    Accessories United States and Canada Orders Order by phone using your Visa or MasterCard. Call the toll-free number listed below between 8AM and 8PM Eastern Standard Time. Use this number only to place an order for accessory items listed on this order form. 1-800-338-0376 Most orders are shipped UPS within 72 hours of receipt.
  • Page 25: Caring For Your Tv

    Caring for Your TV Cleaning and Care Dust TV as required, using a soft cloth or the dusting A special antistatic cleaning polishing solution (AH035) attachment of your vacuum cleaner. Occasionally AH035 available for use on most TV vac'uum the ventilation slots in the cabinet to help assure screens and non-textured cabinets.
  • Page 26: Trouble Checks

    Trouble Checks You may have problems that can be fixed with a few minor adjustments. Look for the type of problem you are having below and then try the suggestions to get your TV going again. For warranty information see the back cover. Checks and Adjustments TV Trouble TV will not turn on...
  • Page 27: Trouble Checks

    Trouble Checks Checks and Adjustments 'IV Trouble Picture okay, sound poor •Try another channel. Improper color in one or more areas of •Try unplugging set for a minimum of 15 minutes and then turning it on again. For the picture during AC operation. best results you should place the set in the position you will be watching it before you plug it back in.
  • Page 28 • Pay any Authorized RCA Television Servicenter the labor charges to repair your television. Product Registration: • Pay any Authorized RCA Television Servicenter for the new • Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card or, at our option, rebuilt replacement parts and picture tube required to repair your television.

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