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- Page 1 USER'S GUIDE...
- Page 2 To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove WARNING cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. To reduce the risk of fire or Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. ISHOCKDO NOT OPEN shock hazard, do not expose this TV to rain or moisture.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
SETUP AND CONNECTIONS ............Step 1: Unpack the TV ..............Step 2: Connecting your TV ............. 4 TV Only (PIP Not Available) ............The Basic connection (pip not available) ........Advanced Connections .............. 6 Step 3:Connecting the IR Controller ..........Attaching the IR Controllers ............. - Page 4 Channel Menu ................Time Menu ..................Parental Controls Menu ..............GUIDE Plus++ Menu ............... Setup Menu ..................PIP (Picture-in-Picture) Operation ..........Channel Marker ................TROUBLESHOOTING ..............CARE AND CLEANING ..............RCA PROJECTION TV LIMITED WARRANTY ......ACC ESSORY I N FORMATION ............
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Page 5: Setup And Connections
G ETTI NG STA RTE D This manual is designed to get you started quickly. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS The first four sections of the manual show you how to get your TV Setup and Connected, run the Interactive Setup, Program the Remote, and use all of the Features and Menus of your TV. -
Page 6: Step 1: Unpack The Tv
STEP 1: UNPACK THE TV Before You Connect Make sure to locate the remote control and your GUIDE Plus+ Booklet. * Connect all components before STEP 2: CONNECTING YOUR There are three types of connections outlined in this section: 11/Only: If you're only going to connect the TV to your home antenna or cable system. -
Page 7: The Basic Connection {Pip Not Available
THE BASIC CONNECTION {PIP NOT AVAILABLE} The basic connection below (TV and VCR) is the most common connection and is therefore used to illustrate a single component connection with your TV. For better sound and picture quality and multiple component connection information refer to the next section, Advanced Connections. -
Page 8: Advanced Connections
ADVANCE D CON N ECTIONS Once you have made your connections you will need to program the TV to tune Advanced connections give you better sound and video by separating to the correct Video INPUT channel in the audio and video signals and enable you to connect multiple order to see and hear audio and video components. - Page 9 Sample Connections Cautions: The following are sample connection scenarios which you may encounter Position cables to Avoid Audio Hum when connecting components to your TV. Note: those components which or Interference offer an S-Video connection, such as DVD, VCR or Satellite Receivers, must match their S-Video connection with their audio INPUT connection.
- Page 10 TV, VCR and Satellite Receiver CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA SATELLITERECEIVER How to View Your Components To watch the Satellite Receiver in this connection, press TV to put the remote control into TV mode, then press WHO.INPUT to scroll through the video input channels until you tune to VID1 ( or S-VID 1) input.
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Page 11: Step 3:Connecting The Ir Controller
STEP 3: CONNECTING THE IR CONTROLLER The IR (Infrared) Controller enables GUIDE Plus+ Gold" to control your VCR and cable box (if necessary) so that you can tune to television channels and even start recording a program from the program guide. After you have affixed the ends of the controller to the necessary devices The IR Controller is used to send commands (VCR, or Cable box), you will use the on-screen interactive setup routine... -
Page 12: Step 4: Plug In The Tv
STEP 4: PLUG IN THE TV Plug the end into the wall outlet, matching the wide blade of the plug with the wide slot in the outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely. STEP 5: PLACE BATTERIES IN REMOTE •... -
Page 13: Interactive Setup
THERE'S ON-SCREEN SETUP ROUTINE The interactive setup routine takes you through the steps needed to configure the TV: ¥ • Select a menu language • Search for available channels INTERACTIVE SETUP • Set up the GUIDE Plus+ system • " Setthetime ¥... -
Page 14: Using Point And Select
• ' • USING POINT SELECT You only need to know one rule when usingthe remote to access on- screenmenus and control panels:point and select.The point and select method hastwo steps. Point to a menu item using the MOVE arrows on the remote. To point up or down, pressthe up or down arrows. -
Page 15: Select A Language
Point to Begin setup now and press MENU or OK. SELECT A LANGUAGE The first part of the setup routine asks you to select your preferred language for the menu system. Point to your preferred language for the menu system. Press MENU or OK to select that language. -
Page 16: Guide Plus+ System
GUIDE PLUS+ SYSTEM For More GUIDE Plus+ The next step lets you set up the GUIDE Plus+ system to display your Information local program listings, and control your cable box and VCR. You can either press MENU or OK to bring up the GUIDE Plus+ initial Specific information about the GUIDE Plus+ System is contained in a separate... -
Page 17: Set The Vcr1 Channel (Auto Tuning)
SET THE VCR1 CHANNEL (AUTO TUNING) The next step lets you set the VCR1 channel. When you set the VCR1 channel, you're telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press the VCR1 button on the remote. This is Auto Tuning. Indicate which input you used to connect the VCR. -
Page 18: Set The Dvd Channel (Auto Tuning)
Press MENU or OK to bring up the VCR2 choice list. Point to the choice that matches the way you have your second VCR connected to the TV. Press MENU or OK to continue. SET THE DVD CHANNEL (AUTO TUNING) The next step lets you set the DVD channel. -
Page 19: Set The Sat/Cable Channel (Auto Tuning)
Point to the choice that matches the way you have your DVD player connected to the TV. Press MENU or OK to continue. SET TH E SAT/CABLE CHANNEL (AUTO TUNING) The next step lets you set the SAT/CABLEchannel. When you set the SAT/ CABLE channel, you're telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press the SATeCABLE button on the remote. -
Page 20: Label The Channels
LABEL THE CHANNELS Use the CH ^ (channel up) or CH v (channel down) buttons to change This last step in the Interactive Setup lets you create your channel list and channels in the Chan # field. This works even if you're not in the Chan # field. Or, label your channels. -
Page 21: Using The Remote
The universal remote can be programmed to control most brands of remote controllable VCRs, satellite receivers, and cable boxes. If you have an RCA, GE, or PR.OSCAN component, you probably don't need to program it at all. -
Page 22: Remote Buttons
(VCR, DVD, Satellite, etc.) and programmed, will turn the device on and off. When pressed twice within two seconds all devices that are on will be turned off (this feature only works with most RCA, ProScan and GE products). -
Page 23: Using The Whooinput Button
CLEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns you to TV viewing. Will also exit the Guide system. (o-g) Number Buttons Enters channel numbers and time settings directly though the remote control. To enter a two-digit channel, press the two digits. -
Page 24: Programming The Remote
The universal remote can be programmed to control most brands of remote controllable VCRs, satellite receivers and cable boxes. The remote is already programmed to control most RCA, GE and PROSCAN TVs, VCRs, DVD players, laserdisc players and satellite receivers. -
Page 25: Using The Remote To Controla Device
Look up the brand and code number(s) for the component on the code list on the last page Of this section, Using the Remote. Press and hold the button on the remote you want to program. Enter the code from the code list. Release button, and then press ON.OFF to see if the component responds to the remote commands. - Page 26 2015, 2049, 20S I, 2055, 2065, 2093, 2116 ..2022. 2055, 2056, 2058, 2059, 2060, 2107, 2118 ProscanDSS ............5000, 5001 ToteVialon ....... 2013,2014 Jensen ........2055, 2056, 211 I RCA DSS ............. 5000, 5001 Unitech ......2013 JVC ... 2009,2010,2011,2018,2058,2111,2123 Realbdc ............
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Page 27: Features And Menus
USI NG TH E TV This section explores the features and menus of your TV beginning with some information on using menus and control ¥ panels. Each menu is then outlined and special features are detailed in order to help you get the most from your TV. Information on using your GUIDE Plus+ system can be found in a separate booklet for easier accessand so it can be placed near ¥... -
Page 28: Menus And Control Panels
MENUS CONTROL PANELS Using the buttons on both the remote and front panel enable you to access and make changes to the Menus and Control Panels. Menus use the point and select rule to navigate, but control panels use a variety of methods to adjust features on your TV. -
Page 29: Control Panels
CONTROL PANELS Control Panelsallow you to adjust the default settings on many features of your TV. You can choosea setting, enter a number, or adjust a level , suchastint or brightness.There are three typesof control panels:sliders, choicelists,and numeric entry. MUTE SKIP Sliders Sliders are used to make adjustments to a particular control. -
Page 30: Audio Menu
CHOICE LISTS Choice lists are used to choose a particular setting from a list of settings. Point to a choice from the list and press MENU or OK to select that choice. Now that you know how to accessthe menus and adjust the control panels the following pages provide a brief explanation of all the menu... -
Page 31: Using The Remote To Select An Audio Processor
Audio Output & Speakers Displays a choice list that lets you turn the TV's internal speakers on or off and set the audio outputs to fixed-level or variable control level. Variable Output, Speakers On This setting turns the TV's speakers on and allows variable output from the TV's audio output jacks. -
Page 32: Picture Quality Menu
PICTURE QUALITY MENU Basic Picture Controls Displays the five slider controls for adjusting the way the picture looks. Contrast Adjusts the difference between the light and dark areas of the picture. Color Adjusts the richness of the color. Tint Adjusts the balance between the red and green levels. Black Level Adjusts the brightness of the picture. -
Page 33: Screen Menu
SCREEN MENU Closed.Caption Display Displays a choice list that lets you choose the way closed captioning information is shown on the screen. No captioning information displayed. On Captioning information shown always, when available. On When Sound is Muted Displays captioning information, when available, whenever the TV's sound is muted by pressing the MUTE button. -
Page 34: Using Closed Captioning
USING*CLOSED CAPTIONING Many programs are encoded with closed captioning 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. -
Page 35: Channel Menu
CHANNEL MENU Signal Type Displays a choice list that lets you select the current antenna type. This option does not appear when the TV GUIDE Plus+ system is set up. UHFNHF Antenna Choose this if you are currently using an off-air antenna for TV signals. -
Page 36: Time Menu
The choices for each screen are: Not Connected Choose this if you do not have a component connected to an antenna or video input on the back of the TV, or if you don't want the TV to tune to a channel when the particular component button is pressed. -
Page 37: Parental Controls Menu
PARENTAL CONTROLS MENU Parent Approved Channels Displays a control panel that lets you decide what channels can be viewed or selected using the TV's front panel controls. Chan # Use the up and down arrows to scroll up and down through the channel scan list. -
Page 38: Guide Plus+ Menu
GUIDE PLUS+ MENU GUIDE Plus+ Setup Displays the GUIDE Plus+ setup screen. Setup Setting up the GUIDE Plus+ system is detailed in the GUIDE Plus+ booklet View Demo Runs the GUIDE Plus+ demonstration. GUIDE Plus+ Label Displays the GUIDE Plus+ Label menu. On Displays the station name when you change channels. -
Page 39: Pip (Picture-In-Picture) Operation
PI P (PICTURE-IN-PICTURE) OPERATION The PIP(picture-in-picture) feature letsyou displaya second,smaller picture on top of the main picture. Your TV isequipped with a single tuner that tunes to cable or off-air television signals.The PIPfeature on your TV requiresa secondvideo source,like a VCR or satellite receiverto supply the secondpicture to the screen.The PIPfeature also requiresconnecting the secondvideo source to the TV with audio/video cables. -
Page 40: Channel Marker
PIPProblems? CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA Make sure the remote is in the right mode. For example, once you turn on the VCR with the VCR1 button, you can't SWAP the pictures until you put the remote in TV mode. Just press the TV button. -000 :.,0 No signal or bad reception? Most VCRs and satellite receivers have... -
Page 41: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Troubles sometimes are caused by simple "faults" that you can correct without the help of a service technician. If you experience any difficulty with your TV, check a few basic remedies before calling your service technician. TV will not turn on •... -
Page 42: Care And Cleaning
Can't select certain channel • Channel may be blocked or not approved in the Parental Controls menu. • If using a VCR, check to make sure the TV/VCR switch on the VCR is in the correct position. Noisy stereo reception •... -
Page 43: Rca Projection Tv Limited Warranty
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, refurbished replacement parts and picture tubes required to repair your television. How you get service: Request home 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. -
Page 44: Accessory Information
VH89 (6-ft) Double cable that lets you connect the video and audio jacks of two Standard Audio/Video cable with RCA-type VHS VCRs to duplicate tapes. Can phono plugs (such as No. VH83) also be used to connect a VCR to your TV. - Page 45 Remote Control This is the Accessory Order Form remote control that came packed with your TV. Description Screw-on antenna cable (3-ft) Replacements or spares can be ordered as needed. Screw-on antenna cable (6-ft) VH82 $6.95 Push-on antenna cable (6-ft) VH89 $5.95 Monaural VCR Dubbing Cable (6-ft) VH83...
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- Page 47 Point and Select 12 Accessories 42 DVD Channel 16, 33 Advanced Connections 4, 6 DVD player remote codes 24 Remote Control Audio menu 28 Installing the batteries 10 Audio Output Volume & Speakers Programming Fixed images 40 Remote batteries are low 38 Audio Processor 28 Fixed Output, Speakers Off 29 Remote control...
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