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RCA PS27500YX1AD3 Setup & Features Manual

RCA PS27500YX1AD3 Setup & Features Manual

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  • Page 1 Setup & Features TOCOM# 15358390...
  • Page 2 GUIDE PLUS+ GOLD* SETTING UP THE SYSTEM To completeGUIDE Plus+ Gold setup,you i_ust have already connectedthe GUIDE Plus+ Gold controllers to yourcableboxand VCR if youhave a VCR or Cablebox.Referto the Se[upandGsP_ections section of theU_-'s G_ideforadditicrml i nfor_mticn. You can set up the GUIDE Plus+Gold syst_ d_ring Interactive Settporby selectingthe GUIDEPlus+ Menu frc_i_ Main Menu.
  • Page 3 Once the correct i_del of cable box has been identified,yoa need to set tl_ cable bo_<' s ctlt_it c_h_nel. _ter chmmel no_lly view charmels through you_- cable box-usually or4. Chnsmlt ymir c_ble hax's hook or yotm- cable cc_@>3ny sure. Choose 0 to VIDEO IN_U_...
  • Page 4 NOTE CHANNEL MAPPING GUIDE Plus_ Gold screens illustrated h_this book a_e If mmre than one amble compmny services your area, you may he prcmpted with a Channel represe_tations of what you are M_ing screen after the first Plus+ dswnload. You will need to identigy yo%_- cable likely to see Not all cha_r_els,...
  • Page 5 GETTING IN AND OUT OF THE GUIDE VCl_ AUX SA_.CA_ A&°A& To enterthe<_ide: • Press£_dlDE on the remste. 7her_ aloe th_e ways to exit the Guide: GUIDE, • Press OK to exit the GUIDE Plus+ Cold system and tune to the channel highlighted t_ _ listing.
  • Page 6 GRID GUIDE ACTION BUTTONS Actionbutters will Gh_nge according to whe£_youare intheguide.Be sureto lookat the VCl_ Aux _AI.C_[E action before pressing c_]mmnd ntmbers. When brsesing Channel listings, foll_ing Action huttc_s available on the bar: SOUND (_0 _AIK Press 1 cn the r_Dte to place a timer in the...
  • Page 7 SORT MENU ACTION BUTTONS When viewing r_s_lts of a Sort follcwing Action huttcss will app_z" cm the bar-: Press 1 Cn the reTote to plac_ a timer in the Scheme for the _V to ttmql cn Watch and tune to the procjram highlighted in the ChaNnel listing.
  • Page 8 MESSAGES OccasioNally you will receive _ssages regarding youz-GUIDEPlus+ Gold system as well as progrmmlng information. You can access these lnessages from the special Yessage on the Menu ba_'. To read messages • Highlight t_nessage wish r_ad by using up and down arrows.
  • Page 9 Configuration et fonctions TOCOM# 15358390...
  • Page 10 GUIDE PLUS+ GOLD* CONFIGURATION DU SYST[ME Dstmr@aliser lacorZigurati@n duGUIDEPlus+ Cold,lesccmtmSleurs GUIDEPlus+ Golddoim_nt d_j & _trecormect@s surleciblo- s_lecteur etma_n@toscope, simsusdispnsez d e l'tm desd_ux. P_dr plusded@tails, c _l_]itez lesestica Instal latlcm e to_lne_crs d ans leCuid_ d_l"u_ilisatamr. Voms pou_ez ccmfigurer le syst_a_ GSIDE Plus+ Gold _a la configuraticm interactivec_ _i s@lecticrmant P!us+ Manu depuis le menu principal.
  • Page 11 _or_s a voir c orrect_r_nt identifi@ lemcdile _a ciblo-silecteur, vous d evez prcgra_r_r lecssal de scstJ ech caTol_s_l_teur. E@trez le c_r_l utilis_ syntimiser cs_mu_ _av_tre ca_lo-_lecte_, 96r_ral_mt 3 cu 4. Consultez le manuel dm ctblo-s@lecteur ou le cibl_ si vsus n' &te_ pas c_tain. S@]ecticrmez 0 pcur utiliser...
  • Page 12 REMARQUE MAPPAGE DES CANAUX Les ecransTV GUIDE Plus _ ilhJstr@s dar% ce livret sorlt repr@sercatifs des Sivotre r@gicne_t desservie parplusJeursc&blo-dist_ibo<elrs, il sep_ut qu' t_162ran deIT_ _}cransque vous @es susceptible de des canatr< s'affiche apr@s lepremier til_%_rgem_nt GUIDE Plus+ Gold. Vcms aurez besoin voi_ pal _ COFit_e, CSI'I_tJX,...
  • Page 13 POUR GUIDE ENTRER ET SORTIR DU Pour acc6ier au Guide: Appuyez sur GUIDE sur la t61icc_TL_nde. VOWS pst_zez quitter leGuide de troisr_li_res : Appuyez sur OK pour quitter le syst_ GUIDE Plus+ Gold et syntcrlsez le canal mis en _llsrme darsla lismedes caplmx.
  • Page 14 BOUTONS ACTION DU GRID GUIDE Les houtims _cticn selon 1' endroit o_ vous _tes dans le guide. N' cubliez pas de regarder la barre Action avant d' aLpuyer sur les _ros de cc_. L:mmque v:;as e_olc_ez les ]J_-tes desc_m_(, les_ _dG_ sLd:_'-is _ hm=e:...
  • Page 15 BOUTONS ACTION DU MENU SORT Lorsque _s ocrsultez 1_ r_mlltat s d' tn tri, le_ hcutcns Acti_ suivants s' af fi_ s_r la b_re: Watch Appuyez sur i sur la t_id_cnmandepsur placer t_le rmtnuterie c_ns i ' horaire des @_dssi_s _cur que let61@viseurs'alluTe et sy_tenisel'6mlssicn raise en suforil]m_3e dens ]a listedes canm_.
  • Page 16 MESSAGES Vous recevrez & i'cccasicn des messages ccncenzm%t votre syst_m_ GUIDE Plus+ Gold ainsi que des infcrmaticns sur les 4missionssp4ciales.Vcus pcuvez acceder& ces _ssages depuis le menu Message ou la barre de menus. Pcur life les1_m_ge_: Mettez en sufoilance le_ que_ d_sirezlifecn utilisantles fl_cheshaut mehas.
  • Page 17 USERIS MANUAL ?i! ¸...
  • Page 18 IMPORTANT IN FORMATION WARNING Ik'A'/_,1 _ ![ ! 1[ [€ r'] RISKOF ELECTRIC cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer To reduce the risk of fire or shock To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove HOCK DO NOT OPE_ servicing to qualified service personneh hazard, do not expose this TV to rain or moisture.

  • Page 19: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SETUP CONNECTIONS ..........Step 1: Unpack the TV ............. Step 2: Connecting your TV ..........TV Only (PIP Not Available) ........The Basic Connection (pip not available) ....Advanced Connections ..........Step 3:Connecting the IR Controller ......... Attaching the IR Controllers ........
  • Page 20 TABLE OF CONTENTS FEATURES MENUS ............ Menus and Control Panels ..........Menus ..............Control Panels ............Audio Menu ..............Using the remote to select an audio processor ....Picture Quality Menu ............ Screen Menu ..............Using Closed Captioning .......... Channel Menu ............... Time Menu ..............
  • Page 21 Interactive Setup, Progr_a_ the Rem_ and use a]lqf the Features and Nen_s of yourTV..The Refierence seCtiOn in the back _ithe book contains troubleshootin_tips, care a cleaning ..instructions, accessory ordering infoP ation and your warranty ..We,,... _fyourTV'soutofthebox, iS_'S %t s tarted.

  • Page 22: Setup And Connections

    SETUP AND CONNECTIONS STEP I: Important Stand Information UNPACK THETV Direct View TVs: 13" - 36" diagonal Make sure to locate the remote control and your GUIDE Plus+ Booklet. CAUTION: Choose the location for your TV carefully. Take precautions that the stand or other furniture the TV is placed STEP 2: YouRTV...

  • Page 23: The Basic Connection (Pip Not Available)

    SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 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 multiple component connection information...

  • Page 24: Advanced Connections

    SETUP AND CONNECTIONS ADVANCED CONNECTIONS 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 vide() signals and enable you to connect multiple order to see and hear audio and video components.
  • Page 25 SETUP AND CONNECTIONS SAMPLE CONNECTIONS Cautions: The following are sample connection scenarios which you may Position cables to Avoid Audio Hum or encounter when connecting components to your TV. Note: those Interference components which offer an S-Video connection, such as DVD, VCR or •...
  • Page 26 SETUP AND CONNECTIONS TV,VCR AND SATELLITE R ECEIVER CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA SATELLITE SIGNAL SATELLITE RECEIVER ® VIEwYouR 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 SVID 1) input.

  • Page 27: Step 3:Connecting The Ir Controller

    SETUP AND CONNECTIONS STEP 3: CONNECTING 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 (VCR, or Cable box), you will use the on-screen interactive setup routine for GUIDE Plus+ to test the connected devices.

  • Page 28: Step 4: Plug In Thetv

    SETUP AND CONNECTIONS STEP 4: PLUG IN THETV Plug the end into the wall outl_'t, matching the wide blade of the plug with the wide slot in the outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely. PLACE STEP 5: BATTERIES IN REMOTE •...
  • Page 29 INTERACTIVE • Set theVCR2 channel • Set the DVD channel • Set the SAT/CABLE channel FEATURES AND • Make the channel list and labels REFERENCE iiiiill...

  • Page 30: Interactive Setup

    INTERACTIVE SETUP USING POINT SELECT You only need to know one rule when using the r_'mote 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.

  • Page 31: Select A Language

    INTERACTIVE SETUP Point to BG_in setup now and press MEN U 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 32: Guide Plus+System

    INTERACTIVE SETUP GUIDE PLUS+SYSTEM For More GUIDE Plus+ The next step lets you set up the GUIDE Plus+ system to display your local program listings, and control your cable box and VCR. Information You can either press MENU or OK to bring up the GUIDE Plus+ initial Specific information about the GUIDE menu or point to Skip this Step to move to the next step in the Plus+ System is contained in a separate...

  • Page 33: Set The Vcr1 Channel (Auto Tuning)

    INTERACTIVE SETUP SET THEVCRI 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 oil the remote. This is Auto Tuning. Indicate which input you used to connect the VCR.

  • Page 34: Set The Dvd Channel (Auto Tuning)

    INTERACTIVE SETUP 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 CHANNEL (AUTO TUNING) The next step lets you set the DVD channel.

  • Page 35: Set The Sat/Cable Channel (Auto Tuning)

    INTERACTIVE SETUP Point to the choice that matches the way you have your DVD player connected to the TV. Press MENU or OK to continue. SAT/CABLE SET THE 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.

  • Page 36: Label The Channels

    INTERACTIVE SETUP LABEL THE CHANNELS Use the CH A (channel up) or CH v (channel down) buttons to change This last step in the Interactive Setup lets you create your channel list channels in the Chan # field. This works and label your channels.

  • Page 37: Using The Remote

    The universal remote can b_ control most brands of_emote ilableVCRs, INTE_CTIVE )u have a satellite receivers, and cable PROSCAN, RCA o_GE com probably don't need to _rogram it a FEATURES REFERENCE iiiiill Modes of Operation Becausethis universal remote can control sew'ra[ different components (DVD player, VCR, Cable Box, etc.) it...

  • Page 38: Remotebuttons

    (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 39: Using The Whooinput Button

    USING THE REMOTE 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. Will also exit the Guide system. (0-9) Number Buttons Enters channel numbers and time settings directly though the remote control.

  • Page 40: Programming The Remote

    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 41: Using The Remote To Controla Device

    USING THE REMOTE 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 re,mote commands.
  • Page 42 Colorwme ..............2009 Quasar ............202 I, 2022, 2125 Regency ................. 5017 Colt ................206 I RCA ........2000,2001,2003,2013,2021, Rembrandt ................5003 Craig ..........2013, 2014, 2023, 206 I ....2055, 2056, 2082, 2083, 2084,2085, 2086,2087, Runco ..................5026 Curds-Mathes ......
  • Page 43 FEATURES AND USING THETV SETUPIN This section explores the features and m_ CON_ beginning with some information on _sin panels. Each menu is then outlined and special fe :ures are detailed in order to help you get the _ost from yot _TV. INTE_CTIVE Information on using your GUIDE Plus: _ystem can be found in a separate booklet for easier access J 1 so it can be placed...

  • Page 44: Features And Menus

    FEATURES AND MENUS MENUS AND 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 45: Control Panels

    FEATURES AND MENUS CONTROL PANELS VCR_ ON,OFF B> <1 Control Panels allow you to adjust the default setthlgs on many features of your TV. You can choose a setting, enter a number, or adjust VCR2 SAT,CABLE a level such as thlt or brightness. There are three types of control panels: sliders, choice lists, and numeric entry.

  • Page 46: Audio Menu

    FEATURES AND MENUS 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 access the menus and adjust the control panels the following pages provide a brief explanation...

  • Page 47: Using The Remote To Select An Audio Processor

    FEATURES AND MENUS Second Audio Program (SAP) Plays the program's audio in a second language, if one is available. The TV displays the word SAP when you tune to a program that is broadcast with SAP information. SAP audio is broadcast in mono. SAP is also used to broadcast a program's audio with descriptions of the vide(>...

  • Page 48: Picture Quality Menu

    FEATURES AND MENUS PICTURE QUAUTYMENU 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.

  • Page 49: Screen Menu

    FEATURES AND MENUS SCREEN MENU Closed-Caption Display Displays a choice list that lets you choose the way closed captioning information is shown on the screen. Off 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 50: Using Closed Captioning

    FEATURES AND MENUS USING CLOSED CAPTIONING Many programs are encoded with dosed captioning inforrnation, 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 app(icable.

  • Page 51: Channel Menu

    FEATURES AND MENUS 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 s_t up. UHF/VHF Antenna Choose this if you are currently using an off-air antenna for TV signals.

  • Page 52: Timemenu

    FEATURES AND MENUS 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 53: Parental Controls Menu

    FEATURES AND MENUS 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 54: Guide Plus+Menu

    FEATURES AND MENUS 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 55: Pip (Picture-In-Picture)

    FEATURES AND MENUS (PICTURE-IN-PICTURE) OPERATION _ux S_,CAB[E The PIP (picture-in-picture) feature lets you display a second, smaller &oA 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 scre'en.

  • Page 56: Channel Marker

    FEATURES AND MENUS PIP PROBLEMS? 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.

  • Page 57: Troubleshooting

    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. TV WILL NOT TURN ON •...

  • Page 58: Care And Cleaning

    REFERENCE 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 59: Proscan Tv Limited Warranty

    REFERENCE PROSCAN TV LIMITED WARRANTY WHAT YOUR WARRANTY COVERS: • Any defect in materials or workmanship. FOR HOW LONG AFTER YOUR PURCHASE: • One year for labor charges. • One year for parts. • Two years for picture tubes. The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.

  • Page 60: Accessory Information

    VCR or TV. Ends push on for VH89 (6-ft) Most audio/video connections between components a quick connection. can be made with shielded audio and video cables that have RCA-type phono connectors. AUDIo/VIDEO CABLES Monaural VCR Dubbing Cable Double cable that lets you connect...
  • Page 61 REFERENCE Remote Control This is the Accessory Order Form remote control that came Description packed with your TV. Screw-on antenna cable (3-ft) Replacements or spares can be ordered as needed. }crew-on antenna cable (6-ft) VH82 $6.95 Ss.9s _ush-on antenna cable (6-ft) VH89 Ss.9s Vlonaural...
  • Page 62 REFERENCE UNITED STATES AND CANADA ORDERS Charge your order on your VISA, MasterCard, or Discover Card by To place your order by phone, have your Visa, MasterCard filling in below or Discover Card ready and call the toll-free number listed USE YOUR CREDIT CARD VISA' below between 8AM and 8PM (EST)Monday through...

  • Page 63: Index

    REFERENCE Accessories 42 DVD Channel 16, 33 Remote Control Advanced Connections 4, 6 DVD player remote codes 24 Installing the batteries Audio menu 28 Programming Audio Output Volume & Speakers Remote batteries are low 38 Fixed images 40 Remote control Audio Processor 28 Fixed Output, Speakers Off 29 Buttons...
  • Page 64 CREATING A GREENER FUTURE At Thomson Consumer Electronics we are dedicated to the preservation of our natural heritage and to a healthy and safe way of life for current and future generations. This is a global effort which encompasses every THOMSON facility throughout the world.

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