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RCA L32HD31R User Manual

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  • Page 1 I!IlIIA _"'_ ..< .." ' Ft \,,;::: t/,,J l:::< t : ,i ;1_;;777 1 }]/)i i i ;1_;;777 1 }]/)i :: . ().J" _< / ,.¢,:;:> :J..,j .., .., r ;'ri :,';...
  • Page 2 Therefore, you should make sure the TV is installed in a way that allows you to disconnect the power cord when desired. Product Registration Please fill out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately. For US customers: Your RCA Consumer Electronics product may also be registered at www.rca.com/television. Registering this product allows us to contact you if needed.
  • Page 3 Important Safety Instructions 1. Read and follow all instructions. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
  • Page 4 Important Information ..........................Important Safety Instructions ........................Chapter 1 I Connections and Setup Before Initial Setup .......................... Protect Against Power Surges ......................Safety Information ..........................Avoid Audio Interference ........................Avoid Direct Light ..........................Check Supplied Parts ........................Attaching Your TV to the Table Stand ..................... Mounting Your TV to the Wall ......................
  • Page 5 Chapter 2 I Using the Remote Control Remote Control Buttons ......................... Chapter 4 I Using the TV Menu Using the Menu System ........................Picture Menu ........................... Sound Menu ............................ Setup Menu ............................. List & Labels Menu ......................... Parental Control Menu ........................Chapter 5 I Other Information Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ....................

  • Page 6: Before Initial Setup

    Before initial Setup Protect Against Power Surges • Connect all components before you plug any power cords into the wall outlet or power strip. NEVER plug your TV into an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch. • Turn off the TV before you connect or disconnect any cables.

  • Page 7: Attaching Your Tv To The Table Stand

    Attaching Your TV to the Table Stand Your TV comes without the table stand attached so that you can choose to mount your TV either to its table stand or to a wall (wall mount sold separately). If you want to mount your TV to the wall, don't attach the table stand, and instead, follow the Mounting Your TV to the Wall instructions.

  • Page 8: Obtain The Signal

    Obtain the Signal The first step in connecting your TV is obtaining the signal. The back panel of your TV allows you to receive analog and/or digital channels by using the ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT. Before you connect your T_, you have to determine whether you will be using an antenna or a cable service to obtain the signal.

  • Page 9: Choose Your Connections

    10 Audio R and L Video Audio/Video Customer Support For additional ass£tance COMPONENT iNPUT (CMPT) in using your RCA pages 10-11 product, please visit Audio R and L Y Pb Pr the support page at Component Video Audio www, rca, co m/tv,...

  • Page 10: Connecting With Composite Video

    Connecting a Component with Composite Video (Good) To connect a component with a video output jack, such as a DVD player, follow these steps: Example: DVD Player 1. Connect the yellow video cable to the (VlD 2) VIDEO jack on the side of the TV and to the video output jack on the DVD player.

  • Page 11: Component Video Connection/With Hdmi

    Component Video Connection This is an example of a connection using the component video jacks. Go to page 10 for specific instructions. Don't forget: If necessary, connect antenna or cable to get a picture. Go to page 8 for instructions. Connecting a Component (Best)

  • Page 12: Connecting A Pc Component

    HDMI/DVI Connection (Best) This is an example of a connection using the HDMI/DVI INPUT 1 jack. Go to page 11 for specific instructions. Don't forget: Ifnecessarx connect antenna or cable to get a picture. Go to page 8 for instructions. Connecting Component a PC...

  • Page 13: Viewing A Pc

    PC Connection This is an example of a connection using the PC INPUT VIDEO jack. Go to page 12 for specific instructions. Don't forget: If necessar_ connect antenna or cable to get a picture. Go to page 8 for instructions. Viewing the Picture from...

  • Page 14: Put Batteries In The Remote

    Plug in the TV Plug the end of the power cord into the back of the T_. Plug the other end into an outlet, inserting the plug completely. Do not plug the TV into an outlet controlled by a light switch. Put Batteries in the Remote •...

  • Page 15: Complete The Initial Setup

    Complete the Initial Setup The menu system in your TV allows all of the TV's features to work properly. The first time you turn on your T_, the language screen appears. Set the Menu Language The first step of the setup requires you to select your preferred language for the menu system. If English is your preferred language, press OK and proceed to set the TV Location Mode.

  • Page 16: What To Expect

    What To Expect Watching Analog Channels An "A" next to the channel number denotes that you are watching an analog channel. Analog video is sent in a 4/3 format. Your TV can display these channels in a 16/9 format by pressing the FORMAT button to view the different formats available.

  • Page 17: Explanation Of Jacks

    Ex Dlanation of Jacks (in alphabetical order) ® COMmNENT _N_ENNA/CABLE INPUT ( CMPT_ This section describes the jacks on the back panel of your T_. There are several ways to connect components. ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from your antenna, cable, or cable box. AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT 1 (VlD 1) Lets you connect a component that has composite...

  • Page 18: Buttons And Other Jacks On Your Tv

    Buttons and Other Jacks on Your TV Side Input Jacks SERVICE For service use only. AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT 2 (VlD 2) Lets you connect a component that has composite video jacks, such as a VCR or DVD player. • L AUDIO Provides left audio connection when using the VIDEO INPUT 2 jack. The left audio connectors are usually white.

  • Page 19: Changing Channels

    Remote Control Buttons Number Buttons Using these buttons, enter channel numbers. To enter a channel, press the number buttons and press OK (or let the entry timeout). To enter a digital channel with a sub-channel, enter the main channel; then, press the "." button to enter the sub-channel and press OK.
  • Page 20 Channel Banner There are several indicators that may appear when you press the INFO button on the remote control. This display is called the Channel Banner. The following list describes the items on the Channel Banner screen (left to right and top to bottom). A 135 If the channel is analog, A is displayed.
  • Page 21 Create Password This option enables you to set your own password for parental controls. 1. Press MENU on the remote control. The Main Menu appears. 2. Press the up or down arrow to select Parental Control. 3. Press OK or the right arrow button to display options. 4.
  • Page 22 US V-Chip TV Ratings Blocking Age-Based Ratings You can automatically block all program ratings above a specified age-based rating level. 1. Choose Parental Control from the Main Menu. If _arental controls have previously been locked, you must enter your password. 2.
  • Page 23 V-Chip Movie Rating Limit Set movie rating limits by blocking movies rated above a specified level. To access the Movie Rating Limit Menu, follow these steps: Note: These ratings are 1. Press MENU on the remote control (the Main Menu appears). available only if the 2.
  • Page 24 Block Buttons Select this option to block (disable) or unblock (enable) the TV's side panel buttons so that they can't be used. The remote still tunes to any channel. If you're using this to keep children from changing channels, remove access to any remote that is capable of operating the television while you have the side panel blocked.
  • Page 25 Using the Menu System This section explores the menus of your TV. Each menu is outlined and detailed to help you get the most from your T_. The Parental Control Menu is discussed in Chapter 3. To access the menu system, follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 26 Dynamic Backlight Turn on this option to automatically adjust the brightness of the backlight according to the content of the incoming signal. This optimizes the picture quality and decreases power consumption. Color Warmth - This option allows you to select one of three automatic color adjustments: Cool for a bluer palette of picture colors;...
  • Page 27 Default AudioLanguage Choose t helanguage youprefer fordialog ondigital channels. Ifthe preferred language isnotbroadcast withtheprogram, then theTVplays t hedefault audio forthe program (usually English i ntheU.S.). There are16available default languages. Current AudioLanguage ( notavailable f oranalog channels) - Press t heright a rrow tochoose from thelistoflanguages available forthe program you'rewatching.
  • Page 28 Digital CC Style If available, this allows you to customize the following display options: Digital CO Size Allows you to set the size of the digital closed caption text: Standard, Large or Small. Digital CO Font Allows you to select a character design for the digital closed caption text. A font is a complete assortment of letters, numbers, punctuation...
  • Page 29 List & Labels Menu Edit the channels in the list or choose labels for each video input channel. From the Main Menu, select List and Labels; press OK to display options. Channel Number Press the CH+/CH- to select the channel number. In Channel List If you've entered a channel you want to add to the channel list, highlight In...
  • Page 30 5 Other Informion Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) quickest High Definition (HD) What's to view video? Connect an off-air antenna to the ANTENNA/CABLE Input to view free local digital channels. You may need to purchase an antenna. (See page 8 for more information). Visit www.antennaweb.org for assistance in deciding what type of antenna to use to receive the local digital channels available to you.
  • Page 31 Troubleshooting Most problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected by consulting the following troubleshooting list. TV Problems TV won't turn • Make sure the TV is plugged in. • Check the wall receptacle (or extension cord) to make sure it is "live" by plugging in another device. •...
  • Page 32 buttons on the side panel don't work. • The side panel controls may be locked (disabled). Use the remote control to unlock the side panel controls by selecting the Button Block feature in the Parental Control Menu and press OK to uncheck the box. •...
  • Page 33 Then plug in the TV and turn it on. See if the problem is fixed. If the problem remains, then please click on the Customer Support Menu at www.rca.com/television for updated FAQs or contact RCA Customer Support at the support number provided in your Warranty under How To Get Service.
  • Page 34 V-Chip Rating Explanations US V-Chip Rating System TV-MA (Mature Audience Only) Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and may be unsuitable for children under 17. It contains one or more of the following content themes: crude indecent language (L), explicit sexual activity (S), or graphic violence (V).
  • Page 35 C8+(Children 8 andolder) Programming generally considered acceptable forchildren 8 years andover t o watch ontheir o wn. V iolence Guidelines: Violence willnotbeportrayed asthepreferred, acceptable, oronly waytoresolve c onflict orencourage children toimitate dangerous actswhich theymay seeontelevision. Any realistic depictions ofviolence will b einfrequent, discreet, oflowintensity andwill s how theconsequences theacts.
  • Page 36 • One (1) year from date of purchase for parts. What we will do: • At Ti-E's discretion, pay an Authorized RCA Service Center for both labor charges and parts to repair your television, or replace your television with a new or refurbished/remanufactured unit. See "How to get service"...
  • Page 37 Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your unit or register on-line at www.rca.com/television. It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.
  • Page 38 • At the sole discretion of ]q-E, RCA Scenium LCD televisions are either consumer carry-in to an Authorized RCA Service Centre, directly exchanged for a new or refurbished/remanufacture unit or provided in-home service.
  • Page 39 Whatyourwarranty doesnot cover: • Customer instruction (Your Owner's M anual describes howtoinstall, adjust, andoperate y ourunit. A ny additional information should beobtained from yourdealer); • Transportation costtoand fromtheService C entre ( Unless youhave made other a rrangements withyour dealer atthetime ofpurchase whereby heundertakes thisresponsibility); •...
  • Page 40 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. For assistance, visit the RCA website at www.rca.com/tv or call 1-877-794-7977. 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.
  • Page 41 I!IlIIA _"'_ ..< .." ' Ft \,,;::: t/,,J l:::< t : ,i ;1_;;777 1 }]/)i i i ;1_;;777 1 }]/)i :: . ().J" _< / ,.¢,:;:> :J..,j .., .., r ;'ri :,';...
  • Page 42 Therefore, you should make sure the TV is installed in a way that allows you to disconnect the power cord when desired. Product Registration Please fill out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately. For US customers: Your RCA Consumer Electronics product may also be registered at www.rca.com/television. Registering this product allows us to contact you if needed.
  • Page 43 Important Safety Instructions 1. Read and follow all instructions. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

  • Page 44: Protect Against Power Surges

    Important Information ..........................Important Safety Instructions ........................Chapter 1 I Connections and Setup Before Initial Setup .......................... Protect Against Power Surges ......................Safety Information ..........................Avoid Audio Interference ........................Avoid Direct Light ..........................Check Supplied Parts ........................Attaching Your TV to the Table Stand ..................... Mounting Your TV to the Wall ......................

  • Page 45: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 2 I Using the Remote Control Remote Control Buttons ......................... Chapter 4 I Using the TV Menu Using the Menu System ........................Picture Menu ........................... Sound Menu ............................ Setup Menu ............................. List & Labels Menu ......................... Parental Control Menu ........................Chapter 5 I Other Information Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ....................
  • Page 46 Before initial Setup Protect Against Power Surges • Connect all components before you plug any power cords into the wall outlet or power strip. NEVER plug your TV into an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch. • Turn off the TV before you connect or disconnect any cables.

  • Page 47: Attaching Tv To Table Stand

    Attaching Your TV to the Table Stand Your TV comes without the table stand attached so that you can choose to mount your TV either to its table stand or to a wall (wall mount sold separately). If you want to mount your TV to the wall, don't attach the table stand, and instead, follow the Mounting Your TV to the Wall instructions.
  • Page 48 Obtain the Signal The first step in connecting your TV is obtaining the signal. The back panel of your TV allows you to receive analog and/or digital channels by using the ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT. Before you connect your T_, you have to determine whether you will be using an antenna or a cable service to obtain the signal.
  • Page 49 10 Audio R and L Video Audio/Video Customer Support For additional ass£tance COMPONENT iNPUT (CMPT) in using your RCA pages 10-11 product, please visit Audio R and L Y Pb Pr the support page at Component Video Audio www, rca, co m/tv,...
  • Page 50 Connecting a Component with Composite Video (Good) To connect a component with a video output jack, such as a DVD player, follow these steps: Example: DVD Player 1. Connect the yellow video cable to the (VlD 2) VIDEO jack on the side of the TV and to the video output jack on the DVD player.
  • Page 51 Component Video Connection This is an example of a connection using the component video jacks. Go to page 10 for specific instructions. Don't forget: If necessary, connect antenna or cable to get a picture. Go to page 8 for instructions. Connecting a Component (Best)
  • Page 52 HDMI/DVI Connection (Best) This is an example of a connection using the HDMI/DVI INPUT 1 jack. Go to page 11 for specific instructions. Don't forget: Ifnecessarx connect antenna or cable to get a picture. Go to page 8 for instructions. Connecting Component a PC...
  • Page 53 PC Connection This is an example of a connection using the PC INPUT VIDEO jack. Go to page 12 for specific instructions. Don't forget: If necessar_ connect antenna or cable to get a picture. Go to page 8 for instructions. Viewing the Picture from...
  • Page 54 Plug in the TV Plug the end of the power cord into the back of the T_. Plug the other end into an outlet, inserting the plug completely. Do not plug the TV into an outlet controlled by a light switch. Put Batteries in the Remote •...
  • Page 55 Complete the Initial Setup The menu system in your TV allows all of the TV's features to work properly. The first time you turn on your T_, the language screen appears. Set the Menu Language The first step of the setup requires you to select your preferred language for the menu system. If English is your preferred language, press OK and proceed to set the TV Location Mode.
  • Page 56 What To Expect Watching Analog Channels An "A" next to the channel number denotes that you are watching an analog channel. Analog video is sent in a 4/3 format. Your TV can display these channels in a 16/9 format by pressing the FORMAT button to view the different formats available.
  • Page 57 Ex Dlanation of Jacks (in alphabetical order) ® COMmNENT _N_ENNA/CABLE INPUT ( CMPT_ This section describes the jacks on the back panel of your T_. There are several ways to connect components. ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from your antenna, cable, or cable box. AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT 1 (VlD 1) Lets you connect a component that has composite...
  • Page 58 Buttons and Other Jacks on Your TV Side Input Jacks SERVICE For service use only. AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT 2 (VlD 2) Lets you connect a component that has composite video jacks, such as a VCR or DVD player. • L AUDIO Provides left audio connection when using the VIDEO INPUT 2 jack. The left audio connectors are usually white.

  • Page 59: Remote Control Buttons

    Remote Control Buttons Number Buttons Using these buttons, enter channel numbers. To enter a channel, press the number buttons and press OK (or let the entry timeout). To enter a digital channel with a sub-channel, enter the main channel; then, press the "." button to enter the sub-channel and press OK.
  • Page 60 Channel Banner There are several indicators that may appear when you press the INFO button on the remote control. This display is called the Channel Banner. The following list describes the items on the Channel Banner screen (left to right and top to bottom). A 135 If the channel is analog, A is displayed.
  • Page 61 Create Password This option enables you to set your own password for parental controls. 1. Press MENU on the remote control. The Main Menu appears. 2. Press the up or down arrow to select Parental Control. 3. Press OK or the right arrow button to display options. 4.
  • Page 62 US V-Chip TV Ratings Blocking Age-Based Ratings You can automatically block all program ratings above a specified age-based rating level. 1. Choose Parental Control from the Main Menu. If _arental controls have previously been locked, you must enter your password. 2.
  • Page 63 V-Chip Movie Rating Limit Set movie rating limits by blocking movies rated above a specified level. To access the Movie Rating Limit Menu, follow these steps: Note: These ratings are 1. Press MENU on the remote control (the Main Menu appears). available only if the 2.
  • Page 64 Block Buttons Select this option to block (disable) or unblock (enable) the TV's side panel buttons so that they can't be used. The remote still tunes to any channel. If you're using this to keep children from changing channels, remove access to any remote that is capable of operating the television while you have the side panel blocked.

  • Page 65: Using The Menu System

    Using the Menu System This section explores the menus of your TV. Each menu is outlined and detailed to help you get the most from your T_. The Parental Control Menu is discussed in Chapter 3. To access the menu system, follow these steps: 1.

  • Page 66: Sound Menu

    Dynamic Backlight Turn on this option to automatically adjust the brightness of the backlight according to the content of the incoming signal. This optimizes the picture quality and decreases power consumption. Color Warmth - This option allows you to select one of three automatic color adjustments: Cool for a bluer palette of picture colors;...

  • Page 67: Setup Menu

    Default AudioLanguage Choose t helanguage youprefer fordialog ondigital channels. Ifthe preferred language isnotbroadcast withtheprogram, then theTVplays t hedefault audio forthe program (usually English i ntheU.S.). There are16available default languages. Current AudioLanguage ( notavailable f oranalog channels) - Press t heright a rrow tochoose from thelistoflanguages available forthe program you'rewatching.
  • Page 68 Digital CC Style If available, this allows you to customize the following display options: Digital CO Size Allows you to set the size of the digital closed caption text: Standard, Large or Small. Digital CO Font Allows you to select a character design for the digital closed caption text. A font is a complete assortment of letters, numbers, punctuation...

  • Page 69: List & Labels Menu

    List & Labels Menu Edit the channels in the list or choose labels for each video input channel. From the Main Menu, select List and Labels; press OK to display options. Channel Number Press the CH+/CH- to select the channel number. In Channel List If you've entered a channel you want to add to the channel list, highlight In...

  • Page 70: Frequently Asked Questions (Faqs)

    5 Other Informion Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) quickest High Definition (HD) What's to view video? Connect an off-air antenna to the ANTENNA/CABLE Input to view free local digital channels. You may need to purchase an antenna. (See page 8 for more information). Visit www.antennaweb.org for assistance in deciding what type of antenna to use to receive the local digital channels available to you.

  • Page 71: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Most problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected by consulting the following troubleshooting list. TV Problems TV won't turn • Make sure the TV is plugged in. • Check the wall receptacle (or extension cord) to make sure it is "live" by plugging in another device. •...
  • Page 72 buttons on the side panel don't work. • The side panel controls may be locked (disabled). Use the remote control to unlock the side panel controls by selecting the Button Block feature in the Parental Control Menu and press OK to uncheck the box. •...
  • Page 73 Then plug in the TV and turn it on. See if the problem is fixed. If the problem remains, then please click on the Customer Support Menu at www.rca.com/television for updated FAQs or contact RCA Customer Support at the support number provided in your Warranty under How To Get Service.

  • Page 74: V-Chip Rating Explanations

    V-Chip Rating Explanations US V-Chip Rating System TV-MA (Mature Audience Only) Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and may be unsuitable for children under 17. It contains one or more of the following content themes: crude indecent language (L), explicit sexual activity (S), or graphic violence (V).

  • Page 75: Canadian French V-Chip Rating System

    C8+(Children 8 andolder) Programming generally considered acceptable forchildren 8 years andover t o watch ontheir o wn. V iolence Guidelines: Violence willnotbeportrayed asthepreferred, acceptable, oronly waytoresolve c onflict orencourage children toimitate dangerous actswhich theymay seeontelevision. Any realistic depictions ofviolence will b einfrequent, discreet, oflowintensity andwill s how theconsequences theacts.

  • Page 76: Limited Warranty

    • One (1) year from date of purchase for parts. What we will do: • At Ti-E's discretion, pay an Authorized RCA Service Center for both labor charges and parts to repair your television, or replace your television with a new or refurbished/remanufactured unit. See "How to get service"...
  • Page 77 Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your unit or register on-line at www.rca.com/television. It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.
  • Page 78 • At the sole discretion of ]q-E, RCA Scenium LCD televisions are either consumer carry-in to an Authorized RCA Service Centre, directly exchanged for a new or refurbished/remanufacture unit or provided in-home service.

  • Page 79: Care And Cleaning

    Whatyourwarranty doesnot cover: • Customer instruction (Your Owner's M anual describes howtoinstall, adjust, andoperate y ourunit. A ny additional information should beobtained from yourdealer); • Transportation costtoand fromtheService C entre ( Unless youhave made other a rrangements withyour dealer atthetime ofpurchase whereby heundertakes thisresponsibility); •...
  • Page 80 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. For assistance, visit the RCA website at www.rca.com/tv or call 1-877-794-7977. 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.

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