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HDTV, it is the most user-friendly of its kind— with comprehensive on-screen instructions that guide you through all of the TV’s features. This introduction has three parts that describe why an RCA Scenium HDTV featuring DLP technology is an excellent choice: Part 1: DLP—brilliance in color, design, and technology...
Introduction Part 2: Why RCA Scenium DLP is better DLP is just part of the story. You have chosen to embark on the next generation of TV viewing— HDTV. There are many technological advancements that make HDTV better than analog TV, but there are basically three things about HDTV that bring you a superior viewing experience: (1) resolution, (2) aspect ratio, and (3) digital signal and sound.
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Integrated HDTV Tuner with Digital Cable Ready QAM RCA was the first to offer an integrated tuner with its HDTVs (which means there is no need for another box to receive digital programming). Now, we’ve gone one better— your HDTV’s tuner is digital cable ready (no need for a cable box to view unscrambled digital cable programming).
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That’s why RCA added AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT jacks to this HDTV. These jacks enable you to record both analog and digital programs. RCA understands how you watch TV and what’s necessary to make the transition to HDTV seamless.
Table of Contents Introduction ....................1 Chapter 1: Connections & Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect ..................8 Protect Against Power Surges ....................8 Protect Components from Overheating .................. 8 Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference ............8 Use Indirect Light ........................
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Table of Contents Auto Tuning Feature ........................43 PIP (Picture-in-Picture) Operation ....................44 Emergency Alert System (EAS) ..................... 45 Chapter 4: Using the TV’s Menu System Menus, On-screen Help, and Control Panels ................48 Navigating the Menu System ....................48 On-Screen Help ........................
Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Chapter Overview: • Things to Consider Before You Connect • Choose Your Connection • Explanation of Jacks and Cables • The Front of Your TV • How To Connect • Plug in the TV • Put Batteries in the Remote •...
Connections & 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 or power strip. NEVER plug your TV into an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch. •...
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Connections & Setup Explanation of Jacks and Cables The diagrams below illustrate jacks found on the back of the TV. When connecting cables, be sure to connect corresponding outputs and inputs (video input into video out, right audio input into right audio out, etc.).
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You must leave the TV on the same channel you are recording. • R Audio provides right audio connection and connector is usually red. Composite Audio Cable (RCA Type) • L Audio provides left audio connection and connector is usually white.
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Connections & Setup INPUT 2 COMPONENT/COMPOSITE INPUT Provides connection to a second COMPONENT/COMPOSITE INPUTS Use menu for composite video. NTSC (analog) video component with either composite or component outputs INPUT 4 Y/VIDEO such as a VCR or DVD player. • R Audio provides right audio connection and connector is usually red.
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Connections & Setup CableCARD Allows you to use a digital cable television card to receive digital CableCARD™ cable services, including premium and HDTV cable channels, without the need for a set-top box. Go to page 18 for information on using the CableCARD slot. HDMI/DVI INPUT (High-Definition Multimedia Interface/Digital Visual Interface) Provides an uncompressed digital interface that carries both video HDMI/DVI INPUT...
Connections & Setup The Front of Your TV Front Input Jacks The TV has front input jacks for convenience in connecting a camcorder, digital camera, or video game system. Look for a hinged door and press to open the cover. Please note the illustration below is just an example of how these jacks might appear.
Connections & Setup AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO S-VIDEO VIDEO COMPOSITE INPUTS COMPONENT/COMPOSITE INPUTS FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUTS Use menu for composite video. INPUT 3 INPUT 4 CENTER L REAR CENTER SPEAKER INPUT R REAR S-VIDEO Y/VIDEO MATRIX EXTERNAL AMP SURROUND MAX POWER RATING! OUTPUTS (60 WATTS into 8 OHMS) AUDIO/VIDEO...
Connections & Setup SATELLITE RECEIVER S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO COMPONENT/COMPOSITE INPUTS COMPOSITE INPUTS FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUTS Use menu for composite video. INPUT 4 INPUT 3 CENTER SPEAKER INPUT CENTER R REAR L REAR S-VIDEO Y/VIDEO MATRIX EXTERNAL AMP SURROUND MAX POWER RATING! OUTPUTS (60 WATTS into 8 OHMS) AUDIO/VIDEO...
Connections & Setup COMPOSITE INPUTS COMPONENT/COMPOSITE INPUTS FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUTS Use menu for composite video. INPUT 3 INPUT 4 CENTER SPEAKER INPUT CENTER R REAR L REAR S-VIDEO Y/VIDEO MATRIX EXTERNAL AMP SURROUND MAX POWER RATING! OUTPUTS (60 WATTS into 8 OHMS) AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT WIRED...
Connections & Setup COMPOSITE INPUTS COMPONENT/COMPOSITE INPUTS FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUTS Use menu for composite video. INPUT 3 INPUT 4 L REAR CENTER SPEAKER INPUT CENTER R REAR S-VIDEO Y/VIDEO MATRIX EXTERNAL AMP SURROUND MAX POWER RATING! OUTPUTS (60 WATTS into 8 OHMS) AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT WIRED...
Connections & Setup Audio Connections With the audio versatility of your HDTV, you can choose various connection options depending on the type and quality of sound that you want. From good to best sound, choose one of the options or refer to the user’s manual of each component that you are connecting to get the best results.
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Connections & Setup COMPONENT/COMPOSITE INPUTS COMPOSITE INPUTS FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUTS Use menu for composite video. INPUT 3 INPUT 4 CENTER SPEAKER INPUT CENTER R REAR L REAR S-VIDEO Y/VIDEO MATRIX EXTERNAL AMP SURROUND MAX POWER RATING! OUTPUTS (60 WATTS into 8 OHMS) –...
Connections & Setup Plug in the TV Plug the flat end of the cable into the power jack on the back of the TV. Then plug the other end of the power cord into an appropriate wall outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely. Do not plug the TV into an outlet controlled by a light switch.
Connections & Setup Set the Menu Language Main Menu Preferences Go Back English 1. Use arrow buttons to highlight your preferred language for the Closed Captioning Continue Setup Highlight with the arrows. Select with the OK button. Cancel Setup menu system. Español Resalte con las flechas .
Chapter 2 Using the Remote Control Chapter Overview: • The Buttons on the Remote Control • Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components • How To Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed It • The Learning Feature • Volume Punchthrough Feature •...
TV/VCR button. In SAT mode, functions as a TV/SAT button for PRESETS LIGHT an RCA satellite receiver. When tuned to an input, press to go back to the most recently used tuner (Antenna or Cable Input). FORMAT...
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LIGHT Press to illuminate the remote control’s buttons. To conserve battery power, the light turns off after several seconds. Backlight won’t activate if To turn off most RCA components that are batteries are low, but blinks on and off quickly.
The AUX button can be programmed to operate most brands of an additional remote-controllable component: satellite receiver, cable box, DVD, VCR, and an audio component. A second and third RCA TV can be programmed to any component button, except the TV button. Go to page 58 for more information on programming the remote to another TV.
Using the Remote Control 4. Press and release PLAY, then wait 5 seconds or until the component button 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.
Using the Remote Control The Learning Feature Before using the learning feature, make sure this TV’s remote control is programmed to control other components you have connected to the TV. Programming the remote control erases all learned commands for that component mode. After you program the TV’s remote control to operate the other component, the TV’s remote provides most of the operations you need.
Using the Remote Control 1. Press and hold the component button on the TV’s remote that applies to the function you will be adding (DVD, VCR, SAT/CAB, AUDIO, or AUX). The component button lights. 2. On the TV remote, press and hold the RECORD button. 3.
Using the Remote Control Volume Punchthrough Feature You may find this feature helpful if you’ve connected your components to an audio/video receiver (A/V receiver) or amplifier, but you want to use the TV’s remote control to operate the volume for the receiver.
Chapter 3 Using the TV’s Features Chapter Overview: • About the Channel Banner • Digital or Analog TV Channels • Parental Controls • How V-Chip Works for the USA and Canada • Auto Tuning Feature • PIP (Picture-In-Picture) Operation • Emergency Alert System (EAS) Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.
Using the TV’s Features Program Title/Acquiring Channel 12:30 AM 00:30 12:39 PM Ch 8-1 WLPJ Antenna Input Listening to English in SRS 16:9 Normal 1080i HD MPAA - Not Rated About the Channel Banner The Channel Banner appears when you press the INFO button on the remote. If an icon in the channel banner is grayed out (dim), the feature is not available.
Using the TV’s Features Digital or Analog TV Channels A single off-air antenna can pick up both analog and digital channels. Digital channels can be made up of primary channels and subchannels. Note: Subchannels (sometimes called minor channels) are channels associated with the Primary channel (sometimes called the major channel).
Using the TV’s Features Parental Controls Main Menu The Parental Controls menu lets you set up the Locked and Go Back Unlocked channel lists, ratings, and blocking features: The Parental Controls menu allows you to program your TV so that Picture Quality •Lock TV/Unlock TV: Choose to either lock or unlock the TV.
Using the TV’s Features Editing Channels in the Channel Lists All the lists can only be edited through the Unlocked List and Locked List in the Parental Controls menu. You can remove or “hide” a channel from the Unlocked List by removing the check mark in the box.
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Using the TV’s Features USA V-Chip Rating Limit Screen The following is an example of where items are located within the V-Chip TV Rating screen below the USA V-Chip menu. Rating Status Field Content Themes Lets you select whether the status of the age-based Lists the content themes you Rating Field rating limit to the left is Viewable or Blocked.
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Using the TV’s Features Blocking Age-Based Ratings You can automatically block all program ratings above a specified age-based rating level. For example, if you only want your child to watch programs that have a TV-G rating and lower (in other words, you want the child to watch TV-G, TV-Y7, and TV-Y), then you need to block out higher ratings.
Using the TV’s Features Viewing Specific Content Themes If you block specific content themes, you have the option of going back and changing some of the content themes back to (V) Viewable: 1. Determine the content themes you want to change to (V) Viewable. Content Themes 2.
Using the TV’s Features Canada V-Chip Canadian TV V-Chip supports two different Canadian rating systems: English and French. Age-Based Canada V-Chip English Rating System Rating Adults. Programming intended for adults 18 and older. It may contain elements of violence, language, and sexual content which could make it unsuitable for viewers under 18. Violence guidelines: may contain violence integral to the development of the plot, character or theme, intended for adult audiences.
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Using the TV’s Features Age-Based Canada V-Chip French Rating System Rating Adults. Programming is for adults only. This program contains sustained violence or extremely violent scenes. Viewers 16 and over. Programming is not suitable for those under age 16. This program contains frequent scenes of violence or intensely violent scenes.
Press OK to select the channel or input that is tuned when the VCR key is pressed on the remote. Notes: The AUX button by default is set up for a second RCA VCR. If you need to reprogram the AUX button, or instead want to program the VCR button, use the 2001 code.
Using the TV’s Features Component is connected to the ANTENNA INPUT jack on the back of the Channel 2, 3 or 4 Antenna Input TV, and you want the TV to tune to channel 2, 3, or 4 when you press the corresponding button on the remote. Reminder: make sure the component’s Channel 2/3 or 3/4 switch is set to match the channel you choose in Auto Tuning.
Using the TV’s Features Using the PIP Feature The PIP feature is only available for analog (NTSC) channels; PIP won’t work when tuned to a digital (ATSC) channel. Use the channel banner to determine whether a channel is digital or analog.
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Chapter 4 Using the TV’s Menu System Chapter Overview: • Menus, On-Screen Help, and Control Panels • Picture Quality Menu • Audio Menu • Connections Menu • Preferences Menu Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
In addition, a Software Upgrade VCR2 (AUX default) RCA SAT2 Front Input Front Input menu path appears at the top of the screen to let you know where you are in...
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Using the TV’s Menu System Sliders Balance Sliders are used to select a specific point of a control that has continuous levels. To make adjustments: 1. Highlight the slider for the feature you want to adjust. 2. Press the up or down arrow button to adjust the indicator on a vertical slider.
Using the TV’s Menu System Picture Quality Menu Main Menu The Picture Quality menu has screens for optimizing the Go Back picture for each of the TV's inputs: Picture Quality The Picture Quality menu contains menus to configure video settings: Picture •Picture Settings: Adjust the levels that affect the picture.
Using the TV’s Menu System Auto Color Main Menu Picture Quality Go Back Auto Color minimizes the flesh tone variations of the TV picture. Choose On or Picture Settings Picture Presets Off, depending on your preference. When Auto Color is set to On, it minimizes flesh tone variations.
Using the TV’s Menu System Contrast Expand Main Menu Picture Quality Go Back Contrast Expand makes the picture appear brighter by deepening the black parts Picture Settings Picture Presets High of the picture. This also helps to maintain a more consistent black level from one Auto Color Color Warmth scene to the next.
Using the TV’s Menu System Audio Menu Main Menu The Audio menu has screens for setting the audio features Go Back and for tweaking the sound: Picture Quality The Audio menu lets you adjust audio output. To access the Audio menu, press •Equalizer Presets: Select a preset or adjust the equalizer.
Using the TV’s Menu System Sound Logic Main Menu Audio Go Back Acting like a dynamic range limiter; it compresses the dynamic range to limit Equalizer Presets Audio Processor suggested volume increases (for example, the sudden increase in volume you Turning Sound Logic on will monitor a program's audio Sound Logic Sound Logic...
Using the TV’s Menu System Audio Connections Main Menu Audio Go Back The Audio Connections menu has screens for setting up The Audio Connections option lets you set up input or outputs associated with inputs or outputs that are associated with audio: Equalizer Presets Audio Processor •Fixed/Variable Out: Choose output type;...
Using the TV’s Menu System • Center Speaker In If you don’t have an audio amplifier connected to the Main Menu Audio Connections TV, choose The TV option. If you’ve connected an audio amplifier to the TV Select the audio source for the TV's internal speakers: Go Back The TV Fixed/Variable Out...
Press OK to select the channel or input that is tuned when the VCR key is pressed on the remote. Notes: The AUX button by default is set up for a second RCA VCR. If you need to reprogram the AUX button, or instead want to program the VCR button, use the 2001 code.
Remote Setup This features allows you to control three different RCA TVs. Main Menu Connections Special Features This is helpful if you have two or three RCA TVs near each other, and they Go Back Select the remote mode that this TV should respond to: TV (default)
Using the TV’s Menu System Preferences Menu Main Menu The Preferences menu has screens for setting up the TV to Go Back match your personal preferences: Picture Quality The Preferences menu allows you to change some aspects of your TV to fit your •Closed Captioning: Choose the look and type of captions.
Using the TV’s Menu System • CC1 and Text 1 are the primary caption and text services. The captioning or text is displayed in the same language as the program’s dialog. • CC3 and Text 3 serve as the preferred data channels. The captioning or text is often a secondary language translation, simplified English, or displayed at a slower rate.
Using the TV’s Menu System Screen Format Main Menu Preferences Use this screen or the FORMAT Go Back Normal button on the remote to change The Screen Format feature allows you to change how the image of a 4:3 picture how the picture is displayed.
Using the TV’s Menu System Color Scheme Main Menu Preferences Go Back Sky Blue Select from among four colors (Sky Blue, Emerald, Raspberry, and Plum) to Closed Captioning Emerald Screen Format Raspberry change the color of the menu system and banner. Plum Time Menu Record Output...
Chapter 5 Reference Chapter Overview: • Troubleshooting • Lamp Replacement Instructions • HDTV Specifications • Accessory Information • Limited Warranty • Care and Cleaning • FCC Information • Index Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
Note for U.S. customers: If you prefer, we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service Representative who will visit you 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 Scenium product, please visit www.rcascenium.com/ customersupport.
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References If your TV is connected to an audio/video (A/V) receiver or home theatre system via the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack, read the following information. • If you’ve connected a component to your A/V receiver, such as a DVD player or satellite receiver, you may experience a slight delay between the audio heard and the video seen.
References Can’t select certain channel • May be blocked or not approved in the Parental Controls menu. • If using a VCR, check to make sure the TV/VCR button on the VCR is in the correct mode (press the TV/VCR or INPUT button on your VCR).
Never allow children or pets to play with the lamp access door at any time. • Use only a genuine RCA lamp replacement unit. • There are no user serviceable parts within the lamp unit itself. Don’t attempt to repair the lamp unit – attempting to do so may cause injury, and will void your warranty.
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References Service Model Number Numéro de Modéle-Service ___ The correct lamp replacement unit. To order the correct lamp, you’ll need to know HDLP50XXXXXX your TV’s model number, serial number, and lamp type—this information is listed on the 000000000 X Service Model Number sticker (example of the sticker is shown at right). The sticker is SERIAL SERIE LAMP located on the right side of the TV (see picture below for sticker location).
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References 9. Loosen the two screws on the lamp unit inside the TV (the screws stay with the unit so just loosen them, don’t remove them). Step 9 10. As you remove the lamp, pay attention to how the lamp fits so that you can use the proper orientation when you’re installing the new lamp.
It can also be used to connect a performance 500MHz Bandwith, VCR to your TV. The cable is color- 5x bandwidth of standard coded and shielded. It has RCA-type Category 5 cable TP603N (3-ft) phono plugs on each end. Gold- $14.95, TP607N (7-ft) $19.95, Tipped cable, VH83 (6-ft) $5.95...
Pay an Authorized Service Center for the new, or at our option, refurbished replacement parts, light engine, and lamp assembly required to repair your unit. How you get service: • Call 1-866-SCENIUM and have your unit’s date of purchase and model/serial number ready. • A representative will troubleshoot your problem over the phone. •...
References 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 TTE TECHNOLOGY, INC., ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.
Index TV 25 Choice lists 49 Symbols HDMI/DVI 44 VCR 25 Choose Your Connection 9 Input 3, 4 44 Volume down 14 Cinematic picture setting 50 3:2 pulldown 52 Input1, 2 44 Volume up/down 25 Cinerama, screen format 61 Automatic code search 27 Cleaning and care 74 AUX button 24, 27 CLEAR button 24...
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Index Help text 48 MENU button 25 Picture settings 50 Home Theatre box remote Menu controls 48 Picture Settings 50 Deleting ALL learned functions codes 32 Action buttons 49 Picture-in-Picture 44 Horizontal Position 52 Choice fields 49 Digital Choice lists 49 Arrow buttons 44 Cable Ready 3 Numeric entries 49...
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Index Receiver with Dolby Digital 19 Stand 8 Vertical Position 52 RECORD button 25 Stereo 53 Vibrant picture setting 50 Remote STOP button 25 VIDEO 11 Programming 26 Stretch, screen format 61 Video connections 9 setup 58 Subchannels 56 Video Input List 36 Remote Control SUBWOOFER jack 10 Video Input Setup 57...