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Page 2: Important Information
HDTV Tuner. Product Registration Please fill out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately, or register online at rca.com. Returning the card allows us to contact you if needed. -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984 provides information manufacture of your product, safety is a major factor in the design of with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting every product. -
Page 4: Introduction To Digital Tv
DTV connections typically provide the highest quality video and audio. You can also use an analog TV with your HDTV Tuner to view DTV broadcasts by connecting the HDTV Tuner to your composite (yellow RCA jack) or S-video (black circular jack) input, as well as connecting stereo audio inputs. While the picture quality won’t be as good as you’d see on a DTV-ready TV set, it should be as good or slightly better than analog TV broadcasts. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
DVD Codes....................16 HDTV Tuner Front Panel ............33 Cable Box Codes..................17 Specifications.................33 Audio Receivers ..................17 RCA HDTV Tuner Limited Warranty ........34 RCA & Dimensia Audio Components ..........17 Accessory Information ............36 Satellite Receiver Codes ................ 17 Index ..................37... -
Page 6: Chapter 1: Connections & Setup
HDTV Tuner. For more information about the relationship between jacks, cables and the quality of the signal you see on your monitor or TV, go to page 32. If your monitor/TV has: Use this connection: Cables needed: • Audio (one pair, RCA) • DVI-HDTV input CONNECTION 1 • Component video inputs (see p. 5) •... -
Page 7: Connection 1: Hdtv Tuner + Monitor With Dvi / Component Video Jacks
4. Make the audio connection. Connect a pair of RCA-type cables to the AUDIO jacks in the COMPONENT OUT section of the back of your HDTV Tuner. Connect the other ends of the cables to the audio input jacks on the back of your TV, monitor (shown above) or audio receiver (not shown). Make sure you match the Left (white) output with the Left input and the Right (red) output with the Right input. -
Page 8: Connection 2: Hdtv Tuner + Monitor With Rgb Jack
5. Make the audio connection. Connect a pair of RCA-type cables to the AUDIO jacks in the COMPONENT OUT section of the back of your HDTV Tuner. Connect the other ends of the cables to the audio input jacks on the back of your TV, monitor (shown above) or audio receiver (not shown). Make sure you match the Left (white) output with the Left input and the Right (red) output with the Right input. -
Page 9: Connection 3: Hdtv Tuner + Analog Tv / Monitor
4. Make the audio connection. Connect a pair of RCA-type cables to the AUDIO jacks in the COMPONENT OUT section of the back of your HDTV Tuner. Connect the other ends of the cables to the audio input jacks on the back of your TV, monitor (shown above) or audio receiver (not shown). Make sure you match the Left (white) output with the Left input and the Right (red) output with the Right input. -
Page 10: To Watch Dtv Off-Air Broadcasts On Your Monitor
To watch DTV off-air broadcasts on your monitor (using the HDTV Tuner): For most RCA, GE or Proscan monitors or TVs: Press TV on the remote control that came with your HDTV Tuner. Then press the INPUT button on the remote. -
Page 11: Place Batteries In The Remote Control
To turn on the HDTV tuner, press the HD TUNER button on the remote control or the POWER button on the front panel. If your TV brand is RCA, GE, or Proscan, you can usually press the TV button on the remote control to turn on the TV. If your TV brand is not RCA, GE, or Proscan, see page 13 in the next section, Using the Remote Control, for details on programming the HDTV Tuner’s remote control to... -
Page 12: Automatic Channel Search
Chapter 1: Connections & Setup Automatic Channel Search Once you’ve set up and connected your HDTV Tuner, you should have the tuner search for all of the digital (off-air) and cable channels it’s currently receiving. Your HDTV Tuner stores a separate channel list for off-air digital channels (from the AIR jack) and a separate list for your cable channels (from the CABLE jack) –... -
Page 13: Setting The Time And Date (Auto Time Setup)
Chapter 1: Connections & Setup Setting the Time and Date (Auto Time Setup) Your HDTV Tuner uses the signal from a digital channel to set the time automatically. So, in order to set the time on your HDTV Tuner, you need to make sure you’re tuned to a digital channel (on the AIR input) that you have no trouble receiving. To set the time and date automatically: 1. -
Page 14: Chapter 2: Using The Remote Control Remote Control Buttons
ANTENNA Switches between off-air and cable inputs in HD TUNER mode. If programmed, switches between TV and VCR signals in VCR mode (for some VCR brands), or between TV and satellite receiver signals in SAT•CABLE mode (for RCA satellite receivers). -
Page 15: Programming The Remote Control
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Page 16: Operating Other Components
Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control 3. Point the remote at the component, press and release PLAY, then wait five seconds or until the LED stops flashing. At this point the remote control is testing a set of 10 codes to operate the component. If, after five seconds, the component you want to control does not turn off, press and release PLAY again to tell the remote to test the next set of codes. -
Page 17: Code Lists
JCPenney ....1000, 1004, 1005, 1006, 1008, 1022, (programmable to the TV and AUX buttons) 1052, 1054, 1058, 1063, 1064, 1072, 1087, RCA ..1000, 1003, 1004, 1005, 1006, 1007, 1019, 1096, 1105, 1128, 1171, 1172, 1181, 1201 1098, 1099, 1100, 1101, 1102, 1103, 1129, 1179, Abex .................. -
Page 18: Vcr Codes
Radix..................2014 Gradiente ................2026 Samsung................3025 Randex ...................2014 Harley Davidson..............2026 Sanyo..................3014 RCA ......2000, 2001, 2003, 2013, 2021, 2055, Harman Kardon..............2009 Sony............... 3006, 3015, 3016 2056, 2082, 2083, 2084, 2085, 2086, Harwood................2061 Toshiba............3007, 3017, 3020 2087, 2088, 2089, 2090, 2091, 2107, Headquarter ................. -
Page 19: Cable Box Codes
Philips..................5085 Philips5011, 5012, 5013, 5015, 5019, 5025, 5030, 5031, Primestar................5076 5032 Proscan ..............5000, 5001 Pioneer ..............5033, 5034 RCA ......... 5000, 5001, 5071, 5080, 5081 Proscan..............5000, 5001 Realistic ................. 5063 RCA.............5007, 5047, 5049, 5052 Sony..................5072 Realistic................. 5009 STS1 ..................5064 Regal ................5022, 5035... -
Page 20: Chapter 3: Special Features
Chapter 3: Special Features The Program Guide Your HDTV Tuner’s program guide shows several hours of programming for one channel at a time. Displaying and Navigating through the Program Guides You can quickly access the tuner’s guide for the current channel by pressing the GUIDE button on the remote. Use the arrow buttons on your remote to navigate through the programs. -
Page 21: Managing Your Channels
Chapter 3: Special Features Managing Your Channels Your HDTV Tuner has several different ways you can manage your channels – by adding and deleting channels from your main channel lists, and by building a separate list with only your favorite channels. Adding and Deleting Channels You can use the ADD/DEL button on your remote to add or delete channels from your channel lists. -
Page 22: Rating Limits
Chapter 3: Special Features Rating Limits The Rating Limits menu involves software (referred to as V-Chip) inside your HDTV Tuner which lets you program your tuner so it won’t display certain programs and movies based on violence, sex, or other content you may believe children should not view. Once you block programs, you or other adults can unblock programs by entering a password to unlock video or enter the password to edit the settings in the Rating Limits menu. -
Page 23: Accessing Rating Controls
Chapter 3: Special Features Accessing Rating Controls Once you’ve set your password, you can access and set up rating controls. To access the Rating Controls: 1. Press MENU on your remote. 2. Use the arrow down button to highlight Lock, and press OK. 3. -
Page 24: V-Chip Tv Ratings
Chapter 3: Special Features To unblock a movie rating: 1. In the Rating Setting menu, highlight the rating you want to view. 2. Press the OK button to change the button from blocked to unblocked. V-Chip TV Ratings The V-Chip TV Rating lets you decide which TV programs can and cannot be viewed based on age-based and content-based ratings. The following table gives more information about how the two are related. -
Page 25: Blocking Or Unblocking Content Themes
Chapter 3: Special Features To unblock TV programs above a certain age-based limit: 1. Determine which blocked rating you want to view. 2. In the Rating Setting menu, use the right arrow button to move to the TV column. 3. Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight the blocked rating (with a lock icon). 4. -
Page 26: Chapter 4: Using The Menu System
Chapter 4: Using the Menu System Using On-Screen Menus To display the Main menu, press MENU on the remote control. To use the menu system, you need to use the remote control’s (or front panel’s) arrow buttons to highlight your on-screen choice, then use the OK button to select it. Note: If the HDTV Tuner’s Main menu doesn’t appear when you press MENU, the remote control might not be in HD TUNER mode. -
Page 27: The Channel Menu
Chapter 4: Using the Menu System The Channel Menu Auto Channel Search The Auto Channel Search is described in detail in Chapter 1. Go to page 10 for more information. Favorite Channels The Favorite Channel list is described in detail in Chapter 3. See page 19 for more information. -
Page 28: The Caption Menu
Chapter 4: Using the Menu System The Caption Menu On/Off In the On/Off menu press OK with On or Off highlighted to turn captions on or off. Analog TV Captions Displays a choice list that lets you choose which captioning mode is used for displaying captioning information for analog broadcasts. -
Page 29: The Setup Menu
Chapter 4: Using the Menu System The Setup Menu The Setup menu has several sub-menus for configuring your HDTV Tuner’s screen format, time and sound options, as well as a video noise reduction feature for analog channels. Screen Format Your HDTV Tuner can output a variety of screen formats. In Chapter 1, you chose the aspect ratio that best matches your monitor or TV (see page 11 for more information). - Page 30 Chapter 4: Using the Menu System Time Setup The Time Setup procedure is described in detail in Chapter 1. Go to page 11 for more information. Sound Setup Analog MTS (for analog channels only) Displays a choice list for Multitrack Television Sound (MTS) from analog broadcasts.
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Page 31: Chapter 5: Additional Information
Chapter 5: Additional Information Troubleshooting If you have a problem with the HDTV Tuner, there are several possible solutions you should try before calling a service technician. HDTV Tuner will not turn on • Check to make sure it is plugged in. •... -
Page 32: Fcc And Industry Canada Information
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Trade Name: Model(s): ATSC21 Equipment Classification: Receiver subject to part 15 Responsible Party: Thomson Inc. -
Page 33: Hdtv Tuner Back Panel
AIR Connect a standard TV antenna to the HDTV Tuner using this jack. Audio outputs (R and L) – Monitor Out/Component Out RCA-type stereo audio cables offer stereo analog audio from these jacks. Connect a second set of audio cables to another component, such as a VCR or stereo receiver. -
Page 34: Explanation Of Jacks, Cables And Adapters
Use a coaxial cable to connect your off-air antenna to the HDTV Tuner’s AIR input jack. Use a second coaxial cable to connect your cable outlet to the HDTV Tuner’s CABLE input jack. Audio (RCA-type) � Audio cables provide analog stereo sound. The HDTV Tuner’s audio jacks are color coded (red for �... -
Page 35: Hdtv Tuner Front Panel
Chapter 5: Additional Information HDTV Tuner Front Panel If you cannot locate your remote control, you can use the buttons on the front panel of your HDTV Tuner to operate many of its features. The front panel also has power and digital signal indicators. Remote control sensor ������... -
Page 36: Rca Hdtv Tuner Limited Warranty
Chapter 5: Additional Information RCA HDTV TUNER LIMITED WARRANTY What your warranty covers: • Defects in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • 90 days from date of purchase - Unit exchange, which includes parts and labor. - Page 37 Chapter 5: Additional Information Limitation of Warranty: • THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED.
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Page 38: Accessory Information
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Page 39: Index
Index Symbols 16:9 Digital Audio Language 28 Letterbox 27 S-Video 31, 32, 36 Monitor 11, 27 Digital Audio Lock menu 20, 24, 26 SAP 28 Signal 27 Output 8, 28, 31, 32, 36 Screen format 11, 27 Digital closed captions 26 Setup menu 24, 27 Monitor 11, 27 Easy Reader 26... - Page 40 If your HDTV Tuner needs service, please contact your dealer or the nearest Service Center from the Yellow Pages. 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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