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Color TV
Owner's
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EirSt-Time
Operatton
pp. 2-3
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  • Page 1 Color TV nl 'JI Owner's ManuaL. EirSt-Time Operatton pp. 2-3 pp:_39-41...
  • Page 2 autlon Note to Cable TV Installer: 'Ilais reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical expose this TV to rain or moisture. Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) I WARNING: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not...
  • Page 3 30-31 you plan to display video g_mfi'_.or- "*' • S-VHS (Super VHS) VCR ..............• Remote Buttons That Control RCA VCRs ..........computer screens on your TV, If a fixed "" • Controlling Other Brands of VCRs ............(non-moving) pattern is ieR o_nih_ "...
  • Page 4 5. Turn on TV, adjust the volume, and select a channel. T]he steps below will help you get your TV connected working quickly. • Press the TV button on the _]_[3 ¸ _Uon remote to turn on the TV. L Unpack TV and accessories. CHANNEL When using the remote, Buttons...
  • Page 5 "" tion ;lrst- rime Review menus. Adjust PICTURE TILT switches if necessary.* l. To see the video menu, repeatedly Some TV models have an extra press MENU button to select large color picture tube. The I-_-1 • ,,GH [----q VIDEO MENU and then press +. _=,_i I Repeatedly press MENU _o select effects of geomagnetism...

  • Page 6: Front Panel Controls

    Shown here is the front panel control. You cam use either the front panel controls or the remote control to operate the TV. When using the remote control, point it toward the screen. VOL/', POWER CH v CH A VOL',,/ MENU MENU Button POWER Button...
  • Page 7 Time Channel Sleep Timer Channel Label Parental Control Captioning MUTE Commercial Skip ® Time Display Channel Label This display appears (after the clock is set) whenever you This display appears when you label a channel. Details are change channels or press the remote's TV or DISPLAY on page 19.
  • Page 8 --Installing/Replacing Batteries attempting to Before operate your n._mote control, install the batteries as shown here. "[_aeremote control produces invisible (infrared) beam that travels in a straight line much as the beam of a flashlight. For this reason, when operating the remote control, you must point it directly at the front of the TV without objects between that can block the infrared...

  • Page 9: Basic Operation Theory

    Basic Operation Theory Step First press one of these five component buttons to tell remote which component you want to control. You can program each of these buttons to control most brands of equipment.* Buttons Step 2 Then press ON/OFF button to turn on that component.
  • Page 10 On]y the buttons that are used to control the "IV are described here. The rest of the buttons are used to operate VCRs (pages 32-33), cable-TV boxes VCRt VCR2 (page 28), and audio equipment (page 27). ® ..e.J _'41 (¢J ;(lIP ®...

  • Page 11: Picture-In-Picture

    _'_ DISPLAY Button CS (Commercial Skip) Button • Use this buttonwhen you wantto scan otherchannelsduringa • Displays time (if clock has been set) and channel number on the program break. TV screen. • When a break occurs, press CS once before changing channels. •...
  • Page 12 • If the other source is connected to the TV's INPUT 1jacks, After you connect another video source (like a VCR) to your select TV channel 91 to see the signal. If you have T_ you'll be able to display two different programs on the TV programmed the VCR1 (or VCR2) button to automatically at the same time.
  • Page 13 _l_r_.-..m,'_..7,..,,,_¢,_-_. ,_La".d_.L-, -- _, _ _._,_ ", "_ Whenever you have the picture-in-picture (PIP) feature activated as described on the previous page, you can move, freeze, or switch the big and little pictures as desired. LII"rON ON]OFFBUTTON BUTrON "FREEZE BU'I'rON [:_iii' PWButtohs What they do when Tv ls in PIP mode...
  • Page 14 Repeatedly press MENU to select VIDEO MENU and then press + or - to display the video menu. The COLOR function adjusts the amount of color in the picture. _ Press + to increase color or press - to decrease color. _,_: ;: _: _ more red tint, or press - to add more green tint.
  • Page 15 Repeatedly press MENU to select AUDIO MENU and then press + or - to display the audio menu. The TREBLE function adjusts the high frequency audio. Press + to increase treble or press - to decrease treble. The BASS function adjusts the low frequency audio. Press + to increase bass, or press - to decrease bass.
  • Page 16 -Turning On SRS (O) ¥_>ur TV includes a feature called SRS (O)* (Sound Retrieval System) 3. Press MENU button to select next 1. Repeatedly press the MENU button to which brings dimensional realism to menu item called SRS WIDTH. select AUDIO MENU, press +, and both stereo and mono broadcasts.

  • Page 17: Setting The Sleep Timer

    The CAPTIONING feature lets you display the audio portion of programs l° Repeatedly press M ENU to select SETUP MENU encoded with the Closed Captioning (CC) information as text on the screen. and then press + or - to display the setup menu. Four types of closed captioning are available.
  • Page 18 The CAPTIONING feature lets - Setting Closed Captioning (with or without _mote) you display the audio portion of a Repeatedly press MENU to select The screen will begin to display the program as text on the TV screen. SETUP MENU, and then press + or - to TV program's audio portion as text This is useful to the heating display setup functions.
  • Page 19 By setting theSleep Timer,you Setting Sleep Timer (with or without remote) canprogram yourTV toturnitself The sleep timer will begin to count 1. Repeatedly press MENU to select off afteracertain periodof time down to zero. The word "SLEEP" SETUP MENU, and then press + or- (uptofourhours).
  • Page 20 By setting the alarm, you can Setting the Alarm program the TV to turn on and/or off to turn off by itself and not turn on, 1, Repeatedly press MENU to select by itself. SETUP MENU, and then press + or - you can disable the ON TIME by to display setup functions.

  • Page 21: Labeling Channels

    The labeling feature lets you program Labeling Channels (with remote only) names (or labels) for the channel Then press + to move to the next 1. Repeatedly press MENU to select numbers. The name you program SETUP MENU, and then press + or - letter frame.

  • Page 22: Parental Control

    The PARENTAL CTRL and CHAN -Activating Parental Control (with remote only) C'I_RLfunctions let you lock any The PARENTAL CTRL and the CHAN 2. To lock: channels, press the MENU channels you choose so they cannot button to select the CHAN CTRL CTRL functions work hand-in-hand.
  • Page 23 The channel memory is the list of TV 1. AutoProgramming Channels into Channel Memory chaaanel numbers your TV will stop --(with or without remote) on when you press the CHANNEL 3. Press either + or - to begin 1. Connect home antenna(s) or cable- or down button.
  • Page 24 -Setting Up VCR Channels (with or without remote) The VCR I CHAN function lets you 1. Repeatedly press MENU to select 4. If you have another VCR connected program to which channel the TV SETUP MENU, and then press + or - to the TV, press MENU to select the will automatically tune when you...
  • Page 25 -Setting Up Cable Box Channel (with or without remote) The CABLE CHAN function lets you program to which channel the TV 1. Repeatedly press MENU to select the 3. Press the + button to program the SETUP MENU, and then press + or - channel number you selected into will automatically tune when you...
  • Page 26 The power cords on your RCA components are "polarized" (one Compatible Components blade is wider than the other). Be :rare the extension cord or A wJide variety of compatible RCA Video Cassette Recorders multiple adapter is also polarized. The plug should fit in the (VCRs), camcorders, and audio components are available.
  • Page 27 SELECT OUT Jacks-provide fixed-level audio and video output from whatever is displayed on the TV screen (see notes below). Provide audio and video AUD)O CAUTION signals suitable for recording. " TO AVOID DAMAGE: 1. DO NOT CONNECT Can be used for several applications such as: OR TO SPEAKERS •...
  • Page 28 AntennaAdapter *_ VHFIUHF Combination (such as RCA # 193983) -OR- If the antenna cables coming from your home antenna(s) are a 75-ohm round coaxial cable that carries VHF (channels 2-13) and a 300-ohm flat twin-lead cable for UHF (channels 14-69), connect them to your set like this: CABLE/ANTENNA .
  • Page 29 Remember to tune your TV to the output channel of the converter box (usually 2, 3, or 4) when selecting channels via the converter box. * Optional accessory available from your RCA dealer or electronics supply store.
  • Page 30 Anvision ..................07,08 Philips ..........07,08,19,26,28,29,32,33,40,4 Pioneer ..................18,20 Cablestar ..................07,08 Randtek ..................07,08 Eagle ....................RCA ....................Eastern International ............... General Instrument ........04,05,15,23,24,25,30,36 Regal ................... 12,13 Hamlin ................... 12,13,34 Regency ................... Scientific Atlanta ................ 03,22 Hitachi ..................
  • Page 31 Scrambled Cable-TV Channels Some cable-TV companies do not follow Your new TV is designed to receive up the EIA/NCTA standards and instead Some cable companies offer "premium- to 181 channels in the U.S.A. including pay" channels in which the signal is assign their own channel identification.
  • Page 32 Note: Youcan program your TV to automatically select the proper picture-in-picture operation. VCR input channel (91 or 92) when you press the VCR 1 or VCR 2 * Optional accessories are available from most RCA dealers and button. Details are on page 22. electronics supply stores.
  • Page 33 VCR is playing. picture viewing or if you plan to use the SELECT OUT jacks for The word S-VIDEO will appear on the TV when you select Channel 90. * Optional accessories are available from most RCA dealers and electronics supply stores.
  • Page 34 TV and up to two compatible RCA VCRs. two RCA VCRs is in the note on the next page. To control a compatible RCA VCR, first press the VCR1 or If you have another brand of VCR, you can probably also VCR2 button to put the remote in the "VCR mode".
  • Page 35 Hitachi ........05,35,36 ProSean ..........Wards ..........06,25 Instant Replay ........08 Quasar ..........Yamaha ........ 02,14,16,30 RCA ......00,05,07,28,35,37 JC Penney ....02,05,08,14,16,30 Zenith ..........11,17 JVC ........02,14,16,30 Realistic ......02,06,08,12,15 Note: Refer to the information sheet packed with your remote control for the latest list of brand names and code numbers. Because this list is constantly growing, the...
  • Page 36 S-VHS or Standard Camcorder (This connection allows you to play back tapes in the camcorder and watch them on the TV.) Atmm SV.SOob,e @--'@ Back of TV (sometimes a separate cable that attaches directly to camcorder) AV OUT Jack (Usually Supplied (Audio/Video Out) ,_==o...
  • Page 37 • If you connected the computer to the TV's INPUT 2 jacks, ® select channel 92 on the TV so you can see whatever signal is coming from the computer. Audio/Video Cables (such as RCA #AH069G) OR TV GAME...
  • Page 38 Audio/VideoCables* CASSETTE . F,OO°OE I_PUf 2 F_MI"LIr'II- (such as RCA #AH069G) (STEREO) If your stereo amplifier is part of a "system" that has its own If your amplifier is not stereo (mono), connect it to the TV's remote control, connect it to the SELECT OUT jacks as shown R/MONO jack.
  • Page 39 -Programming Remote to Control Audio Equipment digital remote control that came packed with your TV is also capable of 1. Refer to the chart below to find the Operating Notes: controlling a compatible audio code number that corresponds to After the AUDIO button is programmed, the component.
  • Page 40 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 41 Remote Control (205501) This is the remote that came packed with your TV. You can use the order form to order it direct by mail if desired. _8 8_ I Simple Touch Remote Control (206800) CIZ2 This is an optional remote that can be used to turn your set on/off, change channels, and adjust volume.
  • Page 42 To order accessories, contact your local dealer. If a dealer is not nearby, you can also follow the directions below to order by telephone or direct-by-mail. United States and Canada Orders To place your order by phone, have your Visa or MasterCard ready and call the toll-free number listed below between 8AM and 8PM Eastern Standard Time.
  • Page 43 Shielded cable for connecting AUDIO and available. Check with your dealer for details. Other VIDEO jacks. Has an RCA-type phono components can also be connected to your TV. Refer to plug on each end. Gold-Tipped Cables...
  • Page 44 Before you call or take your unit to an Authorized RCA TV If your unit is out of warranty, these checks and adjustments Servicenter, look below for the type of trouble you are could save you the cost of an unneeded diagnosis.
  • Page 45 ..... i ..Can't select certain channel • Channel may not be in Channel Memory. Try pressing number buttons. • If using VCR, check to make sure TV/VCR switch on VCR is in correct position. • To select cable channels 100 thru 128, press number button 1 until l-- appears.
  • Page 46 Noclosed captioning • Turn on the CAPTIONING function. • TV program does not have closed captioning. Blackbar_s appear onthescreen Turn off the CAPTIONING function. Cleaning and Care '" Dust TV as required, using a soft cloth or the dusting To clean the screen, you can wipe it with a damp soft attachment of your vacuum cleaner.

  • Page 47: Monitor Panel

    HI FI OUT Jacks ......225,26 SLEEP TIMER Function ....15,17 + and - Buttons ....2,3,4,9,17-23 Home Antenna ........Sleep Timer Display ......Accessories ........ 39,40,41 ID Button ........27,36 Sleep Timer, Clearing ......Adding Channels to Memory ....21 INPUT Button ........
  • Page 48 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.

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