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  • Page 1 TV User'sGuide...
  • Page 2 LVlVl_ :l _11_ [e,] To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove WARNING cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. RISK OF ELECTRIC To reduce the risk of fire or Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. SHOCK DO NOT OPEN shock hazard, do not expose this TV to rain or moisture.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Setup and Connections ............Step 1 : Unpack the TV ..............Step 2: Connect Your TV ..............TV Only ..................The Basic Connection ..............Advanced Connections .............. Back of the TV ................8 Sample Connections ............... 9 TV and Stereo VCR..............10 TV, Stereo, and Satellite Receiver ........
  • Page 4 Using the Remote ............... Remote Buttons ................Using the WHO*INPUT Button ..........Programming the Remote ............. Testing the Remote ..............Programming the Remote ............Using Automatic Code Search .............22 Using Direct Entry ................23 Using the Remote to Control a Device ........Front Panel ..................
  • Page 5 Features and Controls ............Channel Marker ................Parental Controls and V-Chip ............V-Chip TV Rating Limit ............Blocking Age-Based Ratings ............38 Viewing Age-Based Ratings ............39 Blocking Specific Content Themes ..........40 Viewing Specific Content Themes ..........41 V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ............Blocking Movie Ratings ...............42 Viewin 9 Movie Ratings ..............43 V-Chip Unrated Program Block ..........
  • Page 7: Setup And Connections

    Getting Started SETUP AND CONNECTIONS This manual is designed to get you started quickly. The first five sections of the manual show you how to get your TV setup connected, run the interactive setup, program the remote, and use all of the menus, features, and controls of your TV.
  • Page 8: Step 1 : Unpack The Tv

    Step 1: Unpack Important Stand Information Make sure to locate the remote control. CAUTION: Choose the location for your TV carefully. Take precautions that the stand or other furniture on Step 2: Connect Your TV which the TV is placed is properly located (see Important Safeguards sheet) and of adequate size and There are three types of connections...
  • Page 9: The Basic Connection

    The Basic Connection 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 description of Advanced Connections later in this...
  • Page 10: Advanced Connections

    Advanced Connections Once you have made your connections you will need to Advanced connections give you better sound and video by program the TV to tune to the separating the audio and video signals and enabling you to correct video input channel in order connect multiple components.
  • Page 11: Sample Connections

    Sample Connections Cautions: The following are sample connection scenarios you may Position Cables to Avoid Audio Hum encounter when connecting components to your TV. Note: when or Interference connecting an S-Video cable, you must also connect an Audio/ • Insert all cables firmly into jacks. Video cable to the AUDIO R and L jacks.
  • Page 12: Tv And Stereo Vcr

    TV and Stereo Compared to the basic connection, using Audio/Video S-Video (if available) cables will enhance the sound and picture quality from a component. The PIP function is available with this connection. How to View Your VCR CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA To watch the VCR in this connection, press TV to put the remote control into...
  • Page 13: Tv, Stereo, And Satellite Receiver

    Stereo, Satellite Receiver The PIP function is available with this connection. CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA SATELLITE SIGNAL Your to View Components SATELLITE RECEIVER To watch the satellite receiver in this connection, press TV to put the remote control into TV mode, then press S-VIDEO WHO.INPUT to scroll to the VID (or S-...
  • Page 14: Step 3: Plug In The Tv

    Step 3: Plug in the 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 4: Place Batteries in Remote Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the remote.
  • Page 15: Interactive Setup

    There's an On-Screen Setup Routine The interactive setup routine helps you through steps needed to configure the TV: INTERACTIVE SETUP Select a menu language Search for available channels Set the time Set the VCR1 channel Set the VCR2 channel Set the DVD channel Set the SAT/CABLE channel Make the channel...
  • Page 16: Using Point And Select

    Using Point and Select You only need to know one rule when using the remote to access on-screen menus and control panels: point and select. The point and select method has two steps. Point to a menu item using the MOVE arrows on the remote. To point up or down, press the up or down arrows.
  • Page 17: Selecting A Language

    Point to Begin setup nowand press MENU or OK. Selecting 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. Auto Channel Search The next part of the setup routine...
  • Page 18: Setting The Time

    Setting the Time The next step in the Interactive Setup lets you set the time of day. Press MENU or OK to bring up the Set Time control panel. Use the left and right arrows to point to the hour and minutes spaces.
  • Page 19: Setting The Dvd Channel (Auto Tuning)

    Setting the VCR2 Channel (Auto Tuning) The next step lets you set the VCR2 channel. When you set the VCR2 channel, you're telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press the VCR2 button on the remote. Indicate which input you used to connect a second VCR. If you don't have a second VCR component connected to the TV, skip...
  • Page 20: Setting The Sat/Cable Channel (Auto Tuning)

    Setting the SAT/CABLE Channel (Auto Tuning) The next step lets you set the SAT/CABLE channel. When you set the SAT/CABLE channel, you're telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press the SAT,CABLE button on the remote. Indicate which input you used to connect a satellite receiver or a cable box.
  • Page 21: Using The Remote

    VCRs, satellite receivers, and cable boxes. have an RCA, GE, or PROSCAN USING THE REMOTE component, you probably don't need to program it at all. Modes of Operation Because this universal remote can control several different components (DVD player, VCR, cable box, etc.), it...
  • Page 22: Remote Buttons

    GUIDE INFO programming the remote. Also displays when a valid remote button is pressed. When pressed, will turn on the RCA, GE or PROSCAN component you have programmed it to control. Also turns on the TV if Auto Tuning is enabled and the remote is programmed...
  • Page 23: Using The Who*Input Button

    OK When in the menu system, selects highlighted items or returns you to the previous menu. MENU Brings up the Main menu and selects highlighted items. When in VCR mode, it functions as a PROGRAM button. CLEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns you to TV viewing.
  • Page 24: Programming The Remote

    The universal remote can be programmed to control most brands of remote controllable VCRs, receivers, etc. The remote is already programmed to control most RCA, GE and PROSCAN TVs, VCRs, DVD players, laserdisc players and satellite receivers. Testing the Remote...
  • Page 25: Using Direct Entry

    Using Direct Entry Modes of Operation 1. Turn on the component to be programmed. Because this universal remote can Look up the brand and code number(s) for the component control several different components on the code list on the last page of this section. (DVD player, VCR, cable box, etc.), it Press and hold the button on the remote you want to uses operational...
  • Page 26 Curtis-Mathes ......2 000, 2002, 2009, 2013, Quasar ............2021, 2022, 2125 RealiStic ............... 5009, 6049 ......... 2016, 2018, 2021,2022, 2024, 2115 RCA ........2000, 2001, 2003, 2013, 2021, Regal ................5022, 5035 Cybernex ..............2013 ....2055, 2056, 2082, 2083, 2084,2085, 2086,2087, Regency .................
  • Page 27: Using The Menu System

    The Menu System This section explores the menus of your TV--beginning with some information on using menus and control panels. Each menu is then outlined and special features are detailed to help you get the most from your TV. USING THE MENU SYSTEM...
  • Page 28: Menus And Control Panels

    Menus and Control Panels Using the buttons on both the remote and front panel enable you to access and make changes to the menus, control panels, and choice lists. Menus and choice lists 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 VCR_ ON,OFF Control panels allow you to adjust the default settings on many features of your TV. You can choose a setting, enter a number, or VCR2 SAT. CABLE &&°&& adjust a level such as tint or brightness. There are three types of MUT[ SIqp...
  • Page 30: Choice Lists

    Press the right arrow to move to the next column, then use the digits to enter a number. When you have finished entering information, press MENU or OK. Choice Lists Choice lists are used to choose a particular setting from a list. When the choice list appears, the highlighted item is the one that is currently...
  • Page 31: Using The Remote To Select An Audio Processor

    Sound Logic Stereo Reduces the annoying blasts in volume during commercial breaks, and also amplifies softer sounds in program material. Eliminates the need to constantly adjust volume control. Second Audio Program (SAP) Plays the program's audio in a second language, if one is available.
  • Page 32: Picture Quality Menu

    Picture Quality Menu Basic Picture Controls Displays the five slider controls 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.
  • Page 33: Screen Menu

    Screen Menu Closed-Caption Display and PIP Closed-Caption Display Display a choice list that lets you choose the way closed captioning information is shown on the screen. No captioning information is displayed. On Captioning information is shown always, when available. On When Sound is Muted (This option is available...
  • 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 Lets you select the current antenna type. UHFIVHF Antenna Choose this if you are currently using off-air antenna for TV signals. Cable TV Choose this if you are currently using cable or a cable box for TV signals. Auto Channel Search Searches automatically...
  • 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: Features And Controls

    How to use the Features Controls This section introduces you to the features controls with which your TV is equipped. In this section, you will learn how to use: • The Channel Marker • Parental controls, including V-Chip rating limits l 5 FEATURES_D CONTROLS...
  • Page 38: Channel Marker

    Channel Marker You can program the TV to tune to a specific channel when you press the There are several indicators that may come up when you press VCR1, SAT.CABLE, DVD and VCR2 the TV, PIP, SWAP, channel up or down, or INFO buttons. This bu_ons.
  • Page 39: Parental Controls And V-Chip

    Parental Controls and V-Chip The Parental Controls menu allows you to program your TV so children cannot see certain programs, channels, or use the front panel controls. The first three choices in the Parental Controls menu involve software inside your TV (dubbed V-Chip) which allows you to "block" programs and movies based on violence, sex, or other content...
  • Page 40: V-Chip Tv Rating Limit

    V-Chip Rating Limit The V-Chip TV Rating Limit lets you decide what TV programs can and cannot be viewed. To set TV programming limits: Choose Parental Controls from the Main menu. If Parental Controls have previously been locked, you must enter your password.
  • Page 41: Blocking Age-Based Ratings

    Blocking Age-Based Ratings You can automatically block all program ratings above a When you change the status of a rating 1 specified age-based rating level. For example, if you only to Block, the system will automatically| want your child to watch programs that have a TV-G rating block higher ratings and all and lower (in other words, you want the child to watch TV-G,...
  • Page 42: Blocking Specific Content Themes

    Viewing Age-Based Ratings Rating status field After you block age-based ratings, you have the option changing some of the ratings back to View. Content Determine which blocked rating you want to view. fields Use the left and right arrows to highlight the Rating Field.
  • Page 43: Viewing Specific Content Themes

    Rating status field You must remember to lock Parental Controls for rating -- Content themes Rating limits to take effect. -- Content status fields Press MENU or OK to return to the menu or exit the screen. Viewing Specific Content Themes If you block specific content themes, you have the option of going back and changing...
  • Page 44: V-Chip Movie Rating Limit

    V-Chip Movie Rating Limit Set movie rating limits by blocking ratings above a specified level. Blocking Movie Ratings If you only want your child to watch movies that have a PG rating and lower (in other words, movies rated PG and G), then you could automatically block out all other movies with higher ratings:...
  • Page 45: Viewin 9 Movie Ratings

    Rating field Rating status field Viewing Movie Ratings After you block movie ratings, you have the option of changing some of the rating status buttons back to View: Highlight the rating field and press the up and down arrows to find the rating you want to view.
  • Page 46: Front Panel Block

    Front Panel Block Selecting this option lets you block (disable) or view (enable) the TV's front panel. The remote still tunes to any channel. Front Panel Block can keep children from watching TV when the parent is not present, or keep them from playing with the buttons.
  • Page 47: Pip (Picture-In-Picture)

    PIP (Picture-in-Picture) Operation The PIP (picture-in-picture) feature lets you display a second, smaller picture on top of the main picture. Your TV is equipped with a single tuner that tunes to cable or off-air television signals. The PIP feature on your TV requires a second video source, like a VCR or satellite receiver to supply the second picture to the screen.
  • Page 48: Pip Buttons

    PIP Buttons There are four remote buttons that control the way the PIP window works: vc_, Aux S_I.C_L_ Brings up the PIP window. Press PIP again to remove the window. When PIP Caption Display - Alternate with PIP - has been selected, will display captioning in the PIP window.
  • Page 49: Using The Pip Feature

    Using the PIP Feature While you may use PIP in different ways, this basic PIP scenario should get you started. While watching the TV, follow these steps to use your VCR to supply the picture for PIn Press the PIP button on the remote. The PIP window appears on the screen and the PIP signal source is highlighted yellow.
  • Page 50: Pip Problems

    PIP Problems? PIP requires that a second video source, like a VCR or satellite receiver, be connected to the TV with a second connection (other than the primary cable or antenna connection), An example connection is pictured below. See the" Connections" section for illustrations of other PIP-capable connections.
  • Page 51: Reference

    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. will not turn Check to make sure it is plugged Check the wall receptacle (or extension...
  • Page 52 Turns off while playing You may have scheduled the TV to turn off via the Schedule function. Electronic protection circuit may have been activated because of a power surge. Wait 30 seconds and then turn on again. If this happens frequently, the voltage in your house may be abnormally high or low.
  • Page 53: Care And Cleaning

    Sound okay, picture poor Check antenna connections. Try adjusting sharpness function to improve weak signals. Black box appears on the screen Captioning may be turned on and in Text mode. Check the Closed-Caption Display control panel in the Channel menu. Care and Cleaning CAUTION: Turn...
  • Page 54: Limited Warranty

    GE LIMITED WARRANTY What your warranty covers: Any defect in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: 90 days for labor charges. One year for parts. Two years for the picture tube. The warranty period for rental units begins with the first...
  • Page 55 What your warranty does not cover: Customer instruction. (Your Owner's Manual clearly describes how to install adjust, and operate your television. Any additional information should be obtained from your dealer.) Installation and related adjustments. Signal reception problems not caused by your television. Damage from misuse or neglect.
  • Page 56: Accessory Information

    VHS VCRs to duplicate tapes. Can also be used to connect VCR to your Cable is color-coded and shielded. Has RCA-type phono plugs each end. Gold-Tipped cable VH83 (6-ft) Stereo VCR Dubbing Cable Triple cable that lets you connect the VIDEO and AUDIO jacks of stereo components.
  • Page 57 Remote Control This Accessory Order Form &&-&_- is the remote control Description that came packed with Screw-on antenna cable (3-ft) <]_L> your TV. Replacements _crew-on antenna cable (6ft) VH82 $5.95 or spares can be -,3,o ordered as needed. $5.95 _ush-on antenna cable (6-ft) VH89 aO_iO...
  • Page 58 Placing an Order Charge your order on your VISA, MasterCard, or Discover Card To place your order by phone, have your Visa, filling in below MasterCard or Discover Card ready and call the toll- YOUR CREDIT CARD VISA free number listed below.
  • Page 59: Index

    Closed Caption 32, 36 Display 31 Accessories Mode 31, 32 Advanced Connections 6, 8 Coaxial Cable 6, 7, 9 Age-Based Color Warmth Ratings 39 Connections Audio Advanced 6, B Audio/Video Cables g Basic 6, 7 Menu TV and Stereo VCR 10 Output TV Only Processor 28...
  • Page 60 Set Time 16, 34 Setup Normal List 33 Sharpness Numeric Entry 27 Signal Type UHF/VHF Antenna Sleep 36 Sleep Timer 34, 36 Parental Controls Sliders Channel Block 43 SOUND Button 20, 29 Front Panel Block Speakers Locking, Unlocking Stereo 28, 36 Menu Movie Rating Limits 42 TV Program Limits...
  • Page 63 Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product. The following materials were used in printing this publication: _t "n'IOMSON CONSUMER ELECTRONICS RECYCLED PAPER 10330 North Meridian...

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