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- Page 1 First-Time Operation Complete Operator’s Guide and Reference Manual Monitor Panel and Detailed Connections Trouble Checks Accessories and Order Form Alphabetical Index Color TV Owner’s Manual pp. 2-3 pp. 4-25 pp. 26-43 pp. 44-45 pp. 46-48 p. 49...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Introduction Thank you for choosing RCA Congratulations on your purchase of an RCA TV. You have selected a high-quality, precision-engineered instrument designed to give you years of enjoyment. Despite its sophistication, your new TV is amazingly simple to operate because it has so many automatic features. -
Page 3: First-Time Operation
• Details for connecting a VCR to your TV are on pages 34-35. Attach power cord. First attach the flat end of the power cord completely into the connector on the back of your TV, and then plug the other end into a wall outlet. Back of TV Insert Plug... -
Page 4: First-Time Operation
STRENGTH switch to the HIGH position. This should correct the situation. You may need to reset the POLARITY and STRENGTH switches if the TV is moved or repositioned in the room, especially if the TV will be facing a different direction. Set the clock. -
Page 5: Front Panel Controls
Here’s how to completely mute the sound except for what’s coming through the headphones. 1. Change the SPEAKERS: ON/OFF function to the OFF 2. If an optional amplifier is connected to the TV, turn off – MENU POWER –... -
Page 6: Tv On-Screen Status Displays
Channels 90, 91, and 92 are used to see the signals coming from other devices like VCR’s or camcorders that are connected to the INPUT jacks on the back of the TV. • When you select channel 91, the words INPUT 1 appear to let you know you are now watching whatever signal is coming in through the TV’s INPUT 1 jacks. -
Page 7: Remote Control Operation
This may accidentally depress the buttons for a long time and discharge the batteries. • Replace the batteries when the TV fails to respond to the remote control. • If you programmed your remote to control other components, you may have to reprogram the code numbers when you change the batteries. -
Page 8: Basic Operation Theory
* The TV button automatically controls your TV – no additional programming is required. Details for programming the VCR1 and VCR2 buttons to control other brands of VCR’s are on page 37. -
Page 9: Tv Functions
(page 32), and audio equipment (page 41). TV Button • Turns on TV and puts remote in “TV Mode” so that the other remote buttons will control the TV. • Displays time (if clock has been set) and channel number on the TV screen. - Page 10 The TV will count down 30 seconds on the screen and then automatically switch channels back to the original channel. • Press CS twice if you want the TV to count down 60 seconds. Each additional press will add another 30 seconds to the...
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Page 11: Freeze And Zoom
(or a VCR tape through your TV), you’ll be able to use the special features described below. Note: The remote must be in the “TV Mode” before the FRZ and ZOOM buttons will function. To put the remote in the “TV Mode”, press the TV button. -
Page 12: Channel Guide
To start channel guide, press the CHAN GUIDE button. Note: The remote control must be in the “TV Mode”. Pressing the TV button puts it in the “TV Mode”. • The screen will display all the channels that are programmed into channel memory, 12 at a time. -
Page 13: Video Menu-General Instructions
INPUT 1 jacks, and channel 92 lets you see the signal from the INPUT 2 jacks. Your TV is equipped with a custom picture memory for these input channels. When the TV is tuned to one of these channels (90, 91, 92), you can change the picture settings for that component’s signal as desired without changing the settings of... -
Page 14: Audio Menu-General Instructions
). If you want to listen to the SAP channel when the asterisk appears, change the STEREO/SAP function to its SAP setting. The SAP setting will only appear in the function when SAP is available. Your TV will then reproduce the SAP audio until you change channels or return the STEREO/SAP function back to STEREO. -
Page 15: Sound Retrieval System - Srs
When the SRS ON/OFF function is set to ON and the STEREO/SAP function is set to STEREO, your TV electronically increases the audio separation of the speakers so you can perceive a more spacious stereo sound effect. -
Page 16: Setup Menu-General Instructions
TV to stay on. Details are on the next page. You can program your TV to turn on and or off at the times you choose by setting the ALARM function. Details are on page 17. -
Page 17: Sleep Timer
Then the TV will turn itself off. If you want the TV to stay on when this display appears, press the + button on the remote to add more time to the SLEEP TIMER display. -
Page 18: Alarm Function
When the alarm time is reached, the set will turn on at whatever volume you left it when you last turned it off. So if you want the TV to come on loudly at the ON TIME, be sure the TV is playing loudly when you turn off the TV for the last time. -
Page 19: Changing Antenna Input
A to B to let you know you are now watching whatever signal is connected to the ANT B jack on the back of the TV. The color of the channel numbers will change from blue to yellow. -
Page 20: Labeling Channels
64 names. After 64 names or labels have been entered, the TV will display this message to let you know no more channels can be labeled: CHAN LABEL: FULL. Listed below are the letters and characters from which you’ll be able... -
Page 21: Parental Control
OFF. This can only be done with the remote control–it can not be changed with the buttons on the front of the TV. Therefore, after you turn on PARENTAL CTRL, you simply hide the remote control so that your children can not watch the locked-out channels. -
Page 22: Channel Memory (Autoprogramming Channels)
(with remote) If you have a video device connected to the S-VIDEO or INPUT jacks on the back of the TV, you can view its signal either by directly selecting channel 90 (for S-VIDEO connector), channel 91 (for INPUT 1 jacks), or channel 92 (for... -
Page 23: Setting Up Vcr Channels
VCR 1 CHAN: OFF again. Notes about Entering Channel Number: • Enter channel 91 if VCR is connected to the TV’s audio and video INPUT 1 jacks. • Enter channel 92 if VCR is connected to the TV’s audio and video INPUT 2 jacks. -
Page 24: Setting Up Cable Box Channel
CABLE button on the remote. This is handy if you have to connect a cable box to your TV. You will no longer have to remember the output channel of the cable box because the TV will remember for you. -
Page 25: Picture-In-Picture (Pip)
The picture from the other source will appear in the little picture. • If the other source is connected to the TV’s INPUT 1 jacks, select TV channel 91 to see the signal. If you have programmed the VCR1 or VCR2 button to automatically select channel 91 as described on page 22, press VCR1 or VCR2. - Page 26 ZOOM OUT CHAN FRZ GUIDE What they do when TV is in PIP mode Press and hold one of the four arrow buttons to move the small picture in that direction. You can move the small picture anywhere on the screen by pressing and holding the arrow buttons (one at a time).
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Page 27: Monitor Panel
EXTERNAL SPEAKERS terminals on the TV, this switch lets you optimize the sound for the speaker location you choose. • If you place the speakers on each side of the TV, put switch in EXT position. The internal audio from the TV’s speakers will be muted. -
Page 28: Tips To Read Before Connecting Components
“multiple adapter” to get enough outlets for all your components. The power cords on your RCA components are “polarized” (one blade is wider than the other). Be sure the extension cord or multiple adapter is also polarized. The plug should fit in the outlet only one way. -
Page 29: General Information
Indoor Antenna In most situations you will get better picture and sound quality if you use an outdoor antenna or connect your TV to a cable-TV system. Cable-TV (CATV) supplies television signals directly by cable without the need for a home antenna. Cable-TV delivers both VHF and UHF channels and other channels not available from your antenna. -
Page 30: Home Antenna Connections
Home Antenna Connections Follow one of the steps below to connect an indoor or outdoor antenna to your TV (only if you do not have a cable-TV system). You can connect the antenna to either ANT A or ANT B as explained on page 18. -
Page 31: Cable-Tv Connections
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 converter/decoder box (no scrambled channels):... - Page 32 34-35. The VCR must be turned on and tuned to the output channel of the cable box (usually 2, 3, or 4) for picture-in-picture viewing. Optional accessories are available from most RCA dealers and electronics supply stores. (continued) Coaxial Antenna Cables*...
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Page 33: Programming Remote To Control Cable Box
“cable” mode. To put the remote in the “cable” mode, press the CABLE button. Press the TV button to put the remote back into the TV mode so the remote buttons will control the TV again. Brand of Cable-TV Box Anvision ...07,08... -
Page 34: Cable-Tv Operation
Your new TV is designed to receive up to 181 channels in the U.S.A. including 125 non-scrambled cable channels (see chart below). To use this TV on a cable- TV system, confirm that the cable-TV system is properly connected to your TV. -
Page 35: Standard Vcr
Note: The audio/video connections from the VCR to the TV are required for picture-in-picture viewing and for stereo playback from stereo VCR’s. Optional accessories are available from most RCA dealers and electronics supply stores. Back of TV Back of VCR... -
Page 36: S-Vhs (Super Vhs) Vcr
S-VHS cable. Remember to connect the audio cables from the VCR to the INPUT 1 LEFT and R/MONO jacks on the back of the TV. The S-VHS cable carries only video. Optional accessories are available from most RCA dealers and electronics supply stores. Back of VCR... -
Page 37: Remote Buttons That Control Rca Vcr's
VCR1 or VCR2. Additional information about controlling two RCA VCR’s is in the note on the next page. If you have another brand of VCR, you can probably also program your remote to control it. -
Page 38: Controlling Other Brands Of Vcr's
Controlling Other Brands of VCR’s The digital remote control that came packed with your TV controls your TV and up to two compatible VCR’s, including most other brands. To program the remote, just press VCR1 (or VCR2), then ID, then the two- digit code number for your brand of VCR. -
Page 39: Camcorder
Camcorder Connections S-VHS or Standard VHS Camcorder (This connection allows you to play back tapes in the camcorder and watch them on the TV.) AV OUT Jack (Audio/Video Out) An S-VHS or standard camcorder can be connected directly to your TV. If you have an S-VHS camcorder, connect the S-VHS video cable to the S-VIDEO connector on your TV. -
Page 40: Computers And Other Equipment
COMPUTER #AH069G) OR TV GAME * Optional accessories are available from most RCA dealers or electronics supply stores (continued) Your TV can also be used as a display device for many video games and home computers. If your game or computer has a... -
Page 41: Audio Amplifier
TV’s remote control. Connection: Connect SELECT OUT “L” and “R” to the corresponding input jacks on the stereo amplifier or audio cassette recorder. * Optional accessories are available from most RCA dealers or electronics supply stores. (continued) AUDIO Back of TV... -
Page 42: Programming Remote To Control Audio Equipment
Programming Remote to Control Audio Equipment The digital remote control that came packed with your TV is also capable of controlling a compatible audio component. To program the remote just press the AUDIO button, then press the ID button, then enter the two-digit code number for your brand of audio equipment. -
Page 43: Speakers
Caution: Do not connect external speakers to more than one audio source at a time. You can connect a set of speakers to either the TV or the Amplifier but not to both at the same time. If you connect the same speakers to both the TV and the amplifier, you will damage your equipment. -
Page 44: Cleaning And Care
® cleaner like Windex or Glass Plus sure to turn off the TV before cleaning the screen, and do not allow liquid to run down the screen and inside the TV. (continued) Important: When connecting the speaker wire, make sure you connect the (+) terminal on the Amplifier/Receiver to the (+) terminal on the speaker. -
Page 45: Trouble Checks
Before you call or take your unit to an Authorized RCA TV Servicenter, look below for the type of trouble you are experiencing. Then perform the simple checks and adjustments listed for that trouble. -
Page 46: Trouble Checks
• For Channels 90, 91, and 92, make sure the component connected to those INPUT jacks is turned on in order to see picture. • If watching VCR (connected only through antenna input), make sure TV is tuned to channel 3 or 4–same as CH3/CH4 switch on VCR. Also check to make sure TV/VCR switch on VCR is in correct position. -
Page 47: Optional Accessories And Order Form
VCR or TV. Ends push on for a quick connection. Audio/Video Cables Audio/Video Cable Shielded cable for connecting AUDIO and VIDEO jacks. Has an RCA-type phono plug on each end. Slip-on End Screw-on End Stereo Audio Cable Double gold-tipped cable generally used for connecting stereo audio components. -
Page 48: Accessory Order Form
The optional stand is specially designed to match model F35100 and is available from your local RCA dealer. This stand is not available by mail order. To locate your nearest RCA dealer, call this toll-free number 1-800-336-1900. - Page 49 Accessory Order Form Charge your order on your VISA or MasterCard by filling in below USE YOUR CREDIT CARD IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your VISA card My card expires: IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your MasterCard Copy Number My card above your expires:...
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Page 50: Index (Alphabetical Subject Reference)
Power Failure ...17 Power Cord...2 Power Indicator ...4 Precautions (Safety) ...Inside Front Cover PROG Button ...36 Programming Remote...32,37,41 RCA Owner’s Club ...Inside Front Cover RECORD Button ...36 Registration Card ...Inside Front Cover Remote Control ...6,7,8,9,36,47 Remote Sensor...4 Remote, Programming...32,37,41 Repair ...44,Back Cover Replacing Batteries...6... -
Page 51: Limited Warranty
What we will do: • Pay any Authorized RCA Television Servicenter the labor charges to repair your television. • Pay any Authorized RCA Television Servicenter for the new or, at our option, rebuilt replacement parts and picture tube required to repair your television.