RCA Flat Panel Television D40W15B User Guide

HDTV Monitor  
User’s Guide  
Changing Entertainment. Again.  
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Important Information  
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
1. Read these instructions.  
2. Keep these instructions.  
3. Heed all warnings.  
4. Follow all instructions.  
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.  
6. Clean only with dry cloth.  
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.  
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce  
heat.  
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the  
other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your  
safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.  
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they  
exit from the apparatus.  
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.  
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a  
cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.  
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.  
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as  
power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been  
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.  
If an outside antenna is connected to the TV receiver, be sure the antenna system is  
grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static  
Example of Antenna Grounding as per  
(NEC) National Electrical Code  
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charges. In the U.S. Section 810-21 of the National Electrical Code and in Canada, Part 1 of  
 
the Canadian Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the  
antenna system. See the figure on the right for details.  
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To assure adequate ventilation for this product, maintain a spacing  
of 4 inches from the top and sides of the TV receiver and 2 inches  
from the rear of the TV receiver and other surfaces.  
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Introduction  
Key Features Overview  
Your TV is equipped with features that will add to your TV viewing experience. The following information summarizes a  
few of these features. Chapter 3 provides more information about the rest of the TV’s features and how to use them.  
Hi-Pix Picture Enhancement System  
The Hi-Pix Picture Enhancement System incorporates two of RCA’s most advanced technologies: TruScan Digital Reality and  
the AVR Picture Projection System. The result is the ultimate in true-to-life picture performance that provides the optimum  
picture resolution from each digital source connected to your TV (terrestrial, DVD, satellite, and/or cable).  
TruScan Digital Reality  
Picture performance starts with signal processing. TruScan Digital Reality intelligent signal processing recognizes incoming  
video signals and progressively converts them to achieve optimum digital picture performance. It enhances the picture  
quality and makes you feel as if you’re close to the real thing. It also recognizes when original film sources have been  
modified and automatically converts the analog frame rate back to its original format to bring out the detail – a process  
commonly referred to as reverse 3:2 pulldown.  
AVR Picture Projection System  
The Accurate Visual Reality high definition picture projection system offers a brighter picture then conventional CRTs  
(cathode ray tubes). These tubes creates brilliant, lifelike fidelity. The AVR 4 lens system is designed to complement the  
CRTs providing accurate colors and razor sharp focus everywhere on the screen.  
DVI-HDTV Input  
Lets you connect a component with a DVI (Digital Visual Interface) output. DVI provides an uncompressed, digital video  
interface developed for high-bandwidth digital connection. It supports the overlay of high-resolution graphics needed by  
some electronic program guide navigation and other interactive services. DVI, when combined with HDCP (High bandwidth  
Digital Content Protection) technology, creates a protected digital connection. The DVI-HDTV connection is designed to  
display either progressive scan (480p) or HDTV (1080i) signals at a bandwidth of up to 1.78 Gigabits per second.  
PIP (Picture-In-Picture) and POP (Picture-Outside-Picture)  
Description: PIP lets you watch two channels at one time – one channel on the main screen and the other in a smaller  
window. POP also lets you watch two channels at one time – one channel on the left side of the screen (the main picture)  
and the other on the right.  
Requirements: Press the PIP button to bring up the PIP window. Press again to bring up POP. Chapter 3 has detailed  
instructions on how to use the PIP and POP features.  
Note: PIP and POP are not available for DVI or component video sources (CMP1 or CMP2).  
V-Chip: Parental Controls (for the U.S. and Canada)  
Description: You can block programs and movies by content, age-based ratings, and/or movie ratings.  
Requirements:  
Set up the Parental Control menu in the TV’s main menu (Chapter 3 has details).  
The broadcasters must use the rating system when they send the program to your TV in order for your TV to block the  
program.  
Parental controls must be locked for these settings to take affect.  
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Table of Contents  
Important Safety Instructions.......................................... 1  
Channel 3: Special Features  
Channel Banner............................................................... 24  
Autotuning...................................................................... 24  
Why You Should Use the Autotuning Feature ....... 24  
How to Set Up the Autotuning Feature.................. 25  
Parental Controls and V-Chip......................................... 26  
How V-Chip Works for USA and Canada................. 26  
Canada V-Chip Ratings............................................. 29  
Blocking Canadian V-Chip Ratings .......................... 30  
Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ............................... 31  
V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ....................................... 31  
Blocking Unrated/Exempt Programs .................... 31  
Introduction  
Key Features Overview .................................................... 2  
Chapter 1: Setup & Connections  
Things to Consider Before You Connect ......................... 4  
Choose Your Connection.................................................. 5  
Cables Needed to Connect Components  
to Your TV............................................................... 5  
TV + HDTV Tuner + VCR + DVD Player............................. 7  
TV + Satellite Receiver + VCR........................................... 9  
TV + DVD + VCR .............................................................. 11  
TV+ A/V Receiver or Speakers........................................ 12  
Explanation of Jacks ....................................................... 13  
The Front of Your TV....................................................... 14  
Front Input Jacks....................................................... 14  
Front Panel Buttons.................................................. 15  
Plug in the TV.................................................................. 15  
Put batteries in the remote............................................ 15  
PIP (Picture-in-Picture) and  
POP (Picture-outside-Picture) Operation.................... 32  
PIP and POP Buttons................................................. 32  
Chapter 4: Using the Menu System  
Sound Menu.................................................................... 33  
Picture Menu ................................................................... 34  
Channel Guide Menu...................................................... 36  
Time Menu....................................................................... 36  
Parental Control Menu ................................................... 36  
PIP Menu.......................................................................... 37  
Setup Menu..................................................................... 37  
How to Use the Remote Control to Complete  
the Initial Setup............................................................ 15  
Complete Auto Channel Search............................... 16  
Turn on the TV................................................................. 16  
Complete the Initial Setup ............................................. 16  
Set the Menu Language .......................................... 16  
Changing Lists and Labels........................................ 17  
Auto Convergence.................................................... 17  
Chapter 5: Additional Information  
Troubleshooting.............................................................. 39  
FCC Information .............................................................. 41  
Care and Cleaning........................................................... 41  
RCA HDTV Monitor Limited Warranty........................... 42  
Accessory Information.................................................... 44  
Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control  
The Buttons on the Remote Control.............................. 18  
Programming the Remote.............................................. 20  
Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote ...... 20  
How to Use the Remote After You’ve  
Programmed It ...................................................... 21  
Using the INPUT Button.................................................. 22  
Remote Control Codes.................................................... 22  
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Connections & Setup  
Things to Consider Before You Connect  
Protect Against Power Surges  
Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet.  
Turn off the TV and/or component before you connect or disconnect any cables.  
Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safety  
Instructions on page 1.  
Protect Components from Overheating  
Don’t block ventilation holes on any of the components. Arrange the components so that air  
can circulate freely.  
Don’t stack components.  
If you place components in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation.  
If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on the top shelf so the heated air from it  
won’t flow around other components.  
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference  
Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack.  
If you place components above the TV, route all cables down the side of the back of the TV  
instead of straight down the middle of the TV.  
If your antenna uses 300-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil the cables. Also, keep the twin  
lead cables away from audio/video cables.  
Important Stand and Base Safety Information  
Choose the location for your TV carefully. Place the TV on a stand or base that is of adequate size  
and strength to prevent the TV from being accidentally tipped over, pushed off, or pulled off. This  
could cause personal injury and/or damage the TV. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions on  
page 1.  
Use Indirect Light  
Don’t place the TV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen. Use soft or  
indirect lighting.  
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Choose Your Connection  
There are several ways to connect your TV. Please use the following chart to determine which connection is best for you.  
Proceed to the appropriate page and connect your TV.  
Note for US customers: If you prefer, we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service Representative who  
will visit your home for a fee to install your electronic entertainment system and to instruct you in its operation. For  
details about this service, call 1-888-206-3359.  
Components  
Cables  
Needed  
Connection  
Title  
Go to...  
Coaxial  
Audio/video  
TV + HDTV Tuner pages 6-7  
+ DVD + VCR  
Component  
video  
DVI-HDTV  
Coaxial  
TV + Satellite  
Receiver + VCR  
pages 8-9  
Audio/video  
S-Video  
TV + DVD + VCR  
Coaxial  
pages 10-11  
Audio/video  
Component video  
For general information on connecting an A/V receiver or speakers to your TV, go to page 12.  
Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV  
The pictures below show the cables needed for the connections represented in this book.  
Audio/Video  
cables  
Component Video  
(Y•Pb•Pr) cables  
DVI-HDTV Cable  
Coaxial cable  
S-Video cable  
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TV + HDTV Tuner + VCR + DVD Player  
1. Make sure cable or antenna and/or satellite is connected to your VCR.  
A. Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet or antenna to the antenna input on the HDTV Tuner.  
B. Connect the satellite dish antenna to the satellite input on the HDTV Tuner.  
2. Make the video connection between your HDTV Tuner and the TV.  
A. Best Connection: DVI-HDTV  
Connect a DVI-HDTV cable to the DVI-HDTV jack on the back of your HDTV Tuner. Connect the other end of the  
cable to the DVI-HDTV input on the back of TV.  
– OR –  
B. Very Good Connection: Connect three video grade cables to the CMP1 Y PB PR jacks on the back of the TV and to  
the Y PB PR jacks on the HDTV Tuner.  
Notes: The DVI-HDTV and Y PB PR jacks send the digital cable signal to the TV in digital and analog formats,  
respectively.  
3. Make the audio connection between your HDTV Tuner and the TV (to match your video connection).  
A. If you used the DVI-HDTV jack:  
Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the DVI-HDTV L and R audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the  
Audio Output jacks on the HDTV Tuner.  
– OR –  
B. If you used the Component Video jacks:  
Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the CMP1 L and R audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio  
Output jacks on the HDTV Tuner.  
4. Connect your HDTV Tuner to your VCR.  
A. Connect a coaxial cable to the HDTV Tuner’s antenna output and to VCR’s antenna input.  
B. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the Audio Output jacks on the HDTV Tuner and to the Audio Input  
jacks on the VCR.  
C. Connect the video cable to the Video Output jack on the HDTV Tuner and to the Video Input jack on the VCR.  
5. Connect your VCR to your TV.  
A. Connect a coaxial cable to the VCR’s antenna output and to the ANTENNA/CABLE Input jack on the TV.  
B. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the VID2 L/MONO and R audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the  
Audio Output jacks on the VCR.  
C. Connect the video cable to the VID2 V (video) jack on the back of the TV and to the Video Output jack on the VCR.  
6. Connect your DVD player to your TV.  
A. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the CMP2 L and R audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio  
Output jacks on the DVD player.  
B. Connect three video grade cables to the CMP2 Y PB PR jacks on the back of the TV and to the Y PB PR jacks on the  
DVD player.  
Notes: If your DVD player doesn’t have Y PB PR jacks, but does have an S-Video jack, connect the player to the TV’s  
VID1 S-VIDEO jack using an S-Video cable.  
If your DVD player doesn’t have an S-Video jack, connect the player to the TV’s VID1 V (video) jack using a video  
cable.  
Important: If you use the TV’s VID1 S-VIDEO or V (video) jack to connect the DVD player, you must connect the  
audio cables to the TV’s VID1 L/MONO and R jacks.  
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TV + Satellite Receiver + VCR  
1. Connect your VCR to your TV.  
A. Connect a coaxial cable to the VCR’s antenna output and to the ANTENNA/CABLE Input  
jack on the TV.  
B. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the VID2 L/MONO and R Audio jacks on the  
back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the VCR.  
C. Connect the video cable to the VID2 V (Video) jack on the back of the TV and to the Video  
Output jack on the VCR.  
2. Make sure cable or antenna is connected to your VCR.  
Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet or antenna to the antenna input on the VCR.  
3. Connect your Satellite Receiver to your TV.  
A. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the VID1 L/MONO and R Audio jacks on the  
back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the Satellite Receiver.  
B. Connect the video cable to the VID1 V (Video) jack on the back of the TV and to the Video  
Output jack on the Satellite Receiver.  
C. If your Satellite Receiver has an S-Video jack, connect an S-Video cable (instead of the  
video cable in step B) to the S-VIDEO jack on the TV and to the S-VIDEO jack on the  
satellite receiver.  
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TV + DVD + VCR  
1. Connect your DVD Player to your TV.  
A. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the CMP1 L and R Audio jacks on the back of  
the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the DVD player.  
B. Connect three video grade cables to the CMP1 Y PB PR jacks on the back of the TV and to  
the Y PB PR jacks on the DVD player.  
Notes:  
If your DVD player does not have Y PB PR jacks, but does have an S-Video jack, connect the  
player to the VID1 S-VIDEO jack on the TV using an S-Video cable.  
If your DVD player does not have an S-Video jack, connect the player to the VID1 V (Video)  
jack on the back of the TV using a video cable.  
Important: If you use the VID1 S-VIDEO or V (Video) jack to connect your TV to the DVD  
player, you must connect the audio cables to the VID1 L/MONO and R jacks on the TV.  
2. Connect your VCR to your TV.  
A. Connect a coaxial cable to the VCR’s antenna output and to the ANTENNA/CABLE Input  
jack on the TV.  
B. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the VID2 L/MONO and R Audio jacks on the  
back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the VCR.  
C. Connect the video cable to the VID2 V (Video) jack on the back of the TV and to the Video  
Output jack on the VCR.  
3. Make sure cable or antenna is connected to your VCR.  
Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet or antenna to the antenna input on the VCR.  
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TV+ A/V Receiver or Speakers  
These are two different ways your TV uses a component to hear audio.  
1. Connect audio cables to either the FIXED or VARIABLE AUDIO L and R OUTPUT jacks and  
to the Audio Inputs on the A/V receiver.  
• FIXED provides fixed-level audio output from the TV. This audio output is ideal for  
connecting to an A/V receiver that has its own volume control.  
VARIABLE provides variable-level audio output. Volume levels can be controlled by  
the volume controls on the TV and TV remote control.  
-OR-  
2. Use speaker wire to connect the TV to external speakers.  
• The EXT/INT switch beside the jacks let you turn the TV’s internal speakers on or  
off. If you connect external speakers, slide the switch to EXT so the audio is sent to  
the external speakers only. Choosing INT sends the audio to the TV’s speakers only.  
Note: The external speaker rating is 8 ohms with 15 watts power handling capabilities.  
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Explanation of Jacks (in alphabetical order)  
This section describes the jacks you can use to make connections. There are several ways to  
connect components to your TV.  
ANTENNA/CABLE Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from the  
antenna, cable, cable box, or if using the examples on pages 6-11, a VCR.  
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AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT Lets you connect an amplifier or audio receiver for improved  
sound quality or an external video monitor.  
AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT  
 
FIXED AUDIO L/R Provides fixed-level audio output from the TV. This audio  
output is ideal for connecting an A/V receiver when you want to control the volume  
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VARIABLE AUDIO Provides variable-level audio output. Volume levels are  
controlled by the volume controls on the TV and remote control.  
SUBWOOFER Provides lower bass audio frequencies from the TV to a subwoofer.  
Note: If you’ve connected a subwoofer, make sure you set the External Subwoofer  
option in the Sound menu. Go to page 33 for instructions.  
COMPONENT INPUTS Lets you connect a component video source, such as a DVD  
player.  
 
 
CMP1 Y PB PR (Component Video) Provides optimum picture quality because  
the video is separated into three signals. Use three video-grade cables for the  
connection. When using CMP1 Y PB PR, make sure to connect left and right audio  
cables to the CMP1 L and R Audio Input jacks.  
 
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CMP1 L (Audio) Provides left audio connection. The left audio connector is  
usually white.  
 
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CMP1 R (Audio) Provides right audio connection. The right audio connector is  
usually red.  
CMP2 Y PB PR, and L and R Audio Allows you to connect a second component  
video source. Their description is the same as CMP1 above. When using CMP2 Y PB  
PR, make sure you connect the left and right audio cables to the CMP2 Audio jacks.  
COMPOSITE INPUTS Lets you connect another component such as a VCR, DVD  
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VID1 S-VIDEO Provides better picture quality than the video jacks (VID1 and 2  
Video) because the color part of the picture is separated from the black and white  
part of the picture. When using VID1 S-VIDEO, make sure to connect left and right  
audio cables to the VID1 L/MONO and R Audio Input jacks.  
 
VID1 V (Video) Provides composite video connection. The video connector is  
usually yellow.  
VID2 S-VIDEO, V and L/MONO and R Audio Allows you to connect a component  
such as a VCR, DVD player, or laserdisc player. Their description is the same as  
VID1 above.  
Note: For each VID jack group (VID1 and VID2), you may connect either an S-Video  
or Video cable. Do not connect both at the same time in either of the VID jack  
groups.  
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DVI-HDTV Input Lets you connect an HDTV Tuner with a DVI output.  
DVI (Digital Visual Interface) Provides an uncompressed, digital video interface  
developed for high-bandwidth digital connection. It supports the overlay of high-  
resolution graphics needed by some electronic program guide navigation and other  
interactive services. DVI, when combined with HDCP (High bandwidth Digital  
Content Protection) technology, creates a protected digital connection. The DVI-  
HDTV connection is designed to display either progressive scan (480p) or HDTV  
(1080i) signals at a bandwidth of up to 1.78 Gigabits per second.  
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L (Audio) Provides left audio connection when using the DVI jack. The left audio  
connector is usually white.  
R (Audio) Provides right audio connection when using the DVI jack. The right  
audio connector is usually red.  
Note: Remember to connect the left and right audio cables because the DVI cable  
carries only the picture signal, not the sound.  
EXTERNAL SPEAKERS  
Right and Left Speaker Terminals Let you connect external left and right  
speakers to the TV to receive left and right sound.  
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EXT/INT (switch) Lets you turn the TV’s internal speakers on or off. EXT sends  
audio to external speakers only. INT sends audio to the TV’s internal speakers  
only.  
Wired IR This jack is for connecting a wired remote control system, which is  
primarily for professional installers. If you’re using the remote that was included with  
your TV, don’t plug anything into this jack.  
 
 
The Front of Your TV  
Front Input Jacks  
The TV has front inputs for convenience: one set of audio/video input jacks, an S-Video jack and a headphones jack. The  
jacks are ideal for using a video game console or a camcorder. Locate the jacks either on the front of the TV or on one of  
the sides. To access the component you connected to the front of the TV, press the INPUT button on your remote until  
FRNT appears on the screen.  
Note: When connecting a component that uses a monaural cable, such as some camcorders, use the Left (mono) input  
jack to get sound from both speakers.  
PHONES Allows you to connect headphones to listen to the sound coming from the TV. To adjust volume control of  
the headphones, press the VOL > or VOL < button (the volume display appears). Press the arrow up or down button (the  
headphone volume display appears), then press the right or left arrow button to adjust the headphone volume.  
VIDEO (in) Receives video from another component such as a camcorder, video game console or VCR.  
L/MONO and R AUDIO Receives audio from another component such as a camcorder, video game console or VCR.  
S-VIDEO (in) Allows you to connect an S-Video cable from another component. Make sure you also connect audio cables  
from the component to the TV.  
Note: Do not connect an S-Video and a regular video cable to the FRNT jacks at the same time.  
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Front Panel Buttons  
If you cannot locate your remote, you can use the front panel buttons of your TV to operate many of the TV’s features.  
MENU/OK Brings up the Main menu. In the menu system, it selects highlighted items.  
CH  
Scans down through the current channel list. In the menu system, acts like down arrow button on the remote control  
and adjusts menu controls.  
CH  
Scans up through the channel list. In the menu system, acts like up arrow button on the remote control and adjusts  
menu controls.  
VOL < Decreases the volume. In the menu system, acts like left arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu  
controls.  
VOL > Increases the volume. In the menu system, acts like right arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu  
controls.  
POWER Turns the TV on and off.  
Plug in the TV  
Plug the end of the power cord into a grounded wall outlet. Insert the plug  
completely into the outlet.  
Put batteries in the remote  
Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the remote by  
pushing the tab and lifting off the cover.  
Insert 2 “AA” fresh batteries. Make sure the polarities (+ and -) are aligned  
correctly.  
Replace the cover.  
How to Use the Remote Control to  
Complete the Initial Setup  
The technical term is “Navigation” – how you move through the on-screen menus.  
The theory is the same throughout the menu screens: highlight your choice and  
select it.  
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To highlight a menu item, press the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight one  
of the items listed on the screen. Use the up or down arrow button to move up or  
down. Use the right or left arrow button to move right or left.  
 
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To select the item that you’ve highlighted, press OK.  
Note: Highlighted means that the menu item stands out from other menu  
items on the list (appears darker, brighter, or a different color).  
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Turn on the TV  
Press TV on the remote, or press POWER on the TV’s front panel.  
Note: Pressing the TV button not only turns on the TV, but puts the  
remote into TV mode. “TV mode” means that the buttons on the remote  
control operate the TV’s functions.  
Tip  
Complete the Initial Setup  
The menu system in your TV allows the TV’s features to work properly. The  
first time you turn on your TV, the setup screens appear.  
To access the setup menus manually, press  
MENU and choose SETUP.  
Set the Menu Language  
The first part of the setup allows you to select your preferred language for the  
menu system.  
If English is your preferred language, press OK. If you want to choose another  
language, press the down arrow button until that language is highlighted, and  
press OK.  
Complete Auto Channel Search  
The next screen asks you to make sure you've connected the TV to a cable,  
satellite, or off-air signal. When you're sure that a signal is connected to your  
TV, press OK on your remote to go to the Channel setup screen.  
In the Channel setup screen, you can launch the Auto channel search by  
pressing OK. The Auto channel search allows the TV to search for all channels  
viewable through your antenna or cable TV system. This is sometimes called  
auto programming. When the channel search is complete, press OK to access  
the List & Labels screen.  
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Changing Lists and Labels  
The List & Labels part of the setup lets you edit your channel list and choose or  
create a personal six-character label for each channel.  
Note: Changing List and Labels can be time consuming. You can change  
these at a later time by accessing the Setup menu.  
1. Press the left or right arrow to scroll through the channels and choose the  
one you want to edit.  
2. Press the down arrow to highlight the In channel list option. Press the left  
or right arrow button to add (the box is checked) or remove (the box is  
unchecked) the channel from the list.  
3. Press the down arrow to highlight the Channel label option. Press the left  
or right arrow button to scroll through the available list of 25 most common  
labels. The last option in the list allows you to create your own six-  
character label for the channel (the first letter of the label is highlighted).  
4. Press the 1 or 2 number button to change the first letter of the label.  
5. Press the right arrow to highlight the second letter, then press the 1 or 2  
number button to change the second letter, etc...  
6. When you are finished creating your label, press OK. Select Go back to go  
to the Auto Convergence menu.  
Auto Convergence  
Your TV’s picture tubes might have been disturbed during delivery or after you  
moved the TV, causing the color in your TV to be out of alignment. The colors  
adjust by starting auto convergence.  
IMPORTANT: Auto convergence works best once the TV has warmed up  
for at least an hour. If you've just unpacked your TV, it's a good idea to  
repeat the Auto convergence function when the TV's been running for at  
least an hour. See page 38 for more information about Auto convergence.  
1. Press OK to begin auto convergence.  
2. When the auto convergence is complete, the Red center convergence menu  
appears. The cross in the middle of the screen should be yellow. If it is not,  
use the arrow buttons to move the red cross to overlap the green cross.  
Press OK when adjustments are complete.  
Note:  
If you're using an HD source (such as an  
HDTV tuner or HDTV satellite receiver) on the  
CMPNT or DVI input, you should run Auto  
convergence separately for that input as well.  
Tune to the input you're using for the HD  
source, then go to page 38 for information  
on Auto convergence.  
3. The Blue center convergence menu appears with a cyan cross in the middle  
of the screen. If it is not, use the arrow buttons to move the blue cross  
to overlap the green cross. Press OK (the TV tunes to the last selected/  
available channel in the channel list).  
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Indicator  
The Buttons on the Remote Control  
(0-9) Number Buttons Enter channel numbers and time settings directly  
through the remote control.  
To enter a one-digit channel, enter a zero first. To enter a two-digit channel,  
press the two digits. To enter a three-digit channel, press and hold the 1 button  
until 1 and two dashes (– –) appear, then add the second two digits. Example:  
to tune to channel 123, press and hold 1 until 1– – appears, release the 1 button  
and then press 2 and 3.  
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button for some VCRs. In SAT mode (if programmed), this button works as a  
TV/SAT button for some satellite receivers.  
 
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Arrows Used to highlight different items in the TV menu and to adjust the  
menu controls. The up and down arrows move the PIP window when no  
menus are on the screen. When watching TV without the PIP window or  
menu system in use, the left and right arrows (ZOOM– and ZOOM+) change  
the current format of the screen (4:3, Zoom 14:9, Zoom 16:9, Zoom 16:9 ^/v,  
Cinerama, regular mode 16:9).  
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AUX•HD Puts the remote in AUX/HD mode. As a default, this button controls  
some models of RCA HDTV Tuners. It can also be programmed to operate  
some brands of an additional remote-controllable components. The Autotuning  
feature for this button works only with HDTV tuners (see page 24 for more  
information on Autotuning).  
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CH + or CH - Scans up or down through the current channel list. Press once  
to change the channel up or down; press and hold to continue changing  
channels. In DVD mode (if programmed), these buttons work as chapter  
advance or chapter reverse buttons with some DVD players.  
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CLEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns you to  
normal viewing. Also exits PIP or POP if no menu is displayed.  
 
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DVD Puts the remote in DVD mode and, if Autotuning is enabled, will turn on  
the TV and tune to the correct input channel.  
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FREEZE When watching TV, freezes the picture until you press any button  
on the remote to resume normal TV viewing. The FREEZE feature automatically  
times out after a short time. Please note that when you "unfreeze" you go back  
to live programming (skipping any programming that occurred during the  
freeze).  
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Note: The FREEZE feature does not work on signals from the DVI-HDTV, CMP1  
or CMP2 inputs in progressive scan (480p) or HDTV (1080i) modes.  
Do not use the Freeze feature for an extended period of time. This can cause  
the image to be permanently imprinted on the picture tube. Such damage is  
not covered by your warranty. Press any button to unfreeze the picture at any  
time.  
GO BACK Returns you to the previous channel.  
GUIDE Brings up the Channel Guide menu.  
Indicator Indicates the programming mode when programming the remote  
to control components. The indicator lights up when you press a valid button  
on the remote. It flickers when the remote batteries are low and you press a  
button.  
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INFO Brings up channel banner; press again to clear the screen.  
Tip  
INPUT Press to toggle through the available input sources (VID1, VID2, FRNT,  
CMP1, CMP2 and DVI. Press the CH+ or CH- button to resume TV viewing).  
The indicator flashes when the remote  
batteries are low and you press a button on  
the remote.  
MENU Brings up the Main menu.  
A warning banner may also appear on the  
screen when you press a remote button and  
your batteries are low.  
MUTE Reduces the TV’s volume to its minimum level. Press again to restore  
the volume.  
OK When in the menu system, selects highlighted items. When watching  
TV, freezes the picture until you press any button on the remote to resume  
normal TV viewing. Please note that when you "unfreeze" you go back to live  
programming (skipping any programming that occurred during the freeze).  
Tip  
To turn off all the RCA, GE, and Proscan  
components that are connected to the TV,  
press ON•OFF twice within two seconds.  
ON•OFF When in TV mode, turns the TV on and off. If in another component  
mode (DVD or AUX•HD) and programmed, will turn the component on and  
off. When pressed twice within two seconds, the ON•OFF button turns off most  
RCA, GE and Proscan components.  
This feature only works with most RCA, GE,  
and Proscan products.  
PIP Press once to bring up the small picture-in-picture window. Press again to  
bring up the picture-outside-picture (POP) windows. Press to remove POP. (See  
Chapter 3 for more information about using PIP.)  
PIP + or PIP – When using PIP or POP, changes the channel in the picture  
window.  
PRESETS Displays the Picture and Sound preset settings. Use the up and down  
arrow buttons to highlight either Picture or Sound settings. Use the left and right  
arrow buttons to change to a different Picture or Sound preset.  
Note:  
The DVD and AUX•HD buttons also turn on  
most RCA, GE, and Proscan products.  
REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, RECORD, STOP, PAUSE If programmed,  
provides transport control for some remote-controllable VCRs and DVD players.  
SKIP Press once before changing channels and the TV will wait 30 seconds  
before returning you to the original channel. Press repeatedly to add more time.  
TV Turns on the TV and puts the remote in TV mode. Also displays current  
status.  
VOL – or VOL + Decreases or increases the TV’s volume.  
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Programming the Remote to Operate  
Other Components  
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The universal remote can be programmed to operate most brands of remote  
controllable components. The remote is already programmed to operate most  
RCA, GE, and Proscan components.  
 
 
 
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Also, the AUX•HD button can be programmed to operate most brands of an  
additional remote-controllable component (such as a VCR, DVD player, satellite  
receiver or cable box).  
 
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Note: The TV button can’t be programmed on this remote.  
 
Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote  
To determine whether the universal remote needs to be programmed to operate  
one of the components connected to your TV, such as a DVD player, do the  
following:  
 
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1. Turn on the component (in this example, a DVD player).  
2. Point the remote at the component.  
3. Press the corresponding component button (in this example, the DVD  
button).  
4. Press ON•OFF to see if the DVD player responds. If the DVD player  
doesn’t respond, you need to program the remote to operate it.  
You’ll use these buttons when  
you program the remote.  
Programming the Remote  
There are two ways to program the remote control:  
Important: The remote may not  
be compatible with all models of  
all brands of components. It also  
may not operate all functions of  
the remote that came with your  
component.  
automatic code search  
direct entry  
Using Automatic Code Search  
The following instructions can be used to program the remote to operate each  
of your components. If you want to stop the automatic code search without  
programming any of your components, press CLEAR until the indicator on the  
remote turns off.  
Note: The AUX•HD button on this remote is set by default to search  
for codes for DVD players only. If you want to program it for use with a  
different component, use the direct entry method.  
1. Turn on the component you want to operate (VCR, DVD player, etc.)  
2. Press and hold the component button you want to program (DVD or  
AUX•HD). While holding the component button, press and hold ON•OFF  
until the indicator on the remote turns on, then release both buttons.  
Tip  
3. Point the remote at the component. Press and release PLAY, then wait 5  
seconds or until the indicator on the remote stops flashing.  
To stop the automatic code search without  
programming any components, press and hold  
CLEAR until the indicator on the remote turns  
off.  
At this point the remote is searching for the correct code to program. If,  
after 5 seconds, the component you want to operate does not turn off,  
press PLAY again to tell the remote to search the next set of codes.  
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Continue pressing PLAY until the component turns off or the indicator light  
on the remote turns off. If the indicator light turns off, then all codes for that  
particular component have been tested once. If the component does not turn  
off, then the remote can’t be programmed to operate that component.  
If the component you want to control does turn off:  
1. Press and release REVERSE, then wait 2 seconds. Repeat this step until the  
device turns back ON.  
2. To finish, press and hold STOP until the indicator on the remote turns off.  
A code that controls your component has been saved to that remote button.  
Using Direct Entry  
1. Turn on the component to be programmed.  
Important  
You must continue pressing the component  
button while you enter the code.  
2. Look up the brand and code number(s) for the component on the code list  
in this section.  
Let’s say you have a Zenith DVD player. To  
program the universal remote to operate the  
DVD player, you would:  
3. Press and hold the component button you want to program on the remote.  
4. Enter the code from the remote control code list on the following pages. If  
the indicator flashes, you have either entered an invalid code or the button  
isn’t programmable.  
Press and hold the DVD button while you  
enter the first code listed for Zenith in the  
DVD Codes column.  
5. Release the component button, point the remote at the component and  
then press ON•OFF to see if the component responds to the command. If it  
doesn’t, try pressing the component button and then ON•OFF again.  
Release the DVD button. Press ON•OFF to  
see if the DVD player responds. If it doesn’t,  
follow the same steps, but enter the second  
code for Zenith DVD players instead of the  
first.  
If you get no response, repeat these steps using the next code listed for  
your brand, until the component responds to the remote commands.  
If you try all the codes for your component brand and none work, try the  
automatic code search method. If automatic code search doesn’t find the  
code, the remote is not compatible with your component.  
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Component buttons  
How to Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed It  
Because this universal remote can control several different components (TV,  
DVD, VCR, satellite receiver, etc.) it uses operational modes triggered by the  
component buttons. For example, if you want the remote to control the TV, you  
would press the TV button to put the remote into TV mode before you could  
control the TV.  
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1. Press the appropriate component button (DVD or AUX•HD) to set the  
remote to control the component.  
2. Press ON•OFF to turn the component ON or OFF.  
3. Use the remote buttons that apply to that component.  
Notes:  
The remote may not be compatible with all brands and models of  
components. It also may not operate all functions of the remote that  
came with your component.  
If you keep pressing buttons and nothing happens, the remote is  
probably in the wrong mode. You must press the component button  
that matches the component you want to operate (i.e., if you want to  
operate the DVD player, press DVD on the remote control to put the  
remote in DVD mode.)  
Using the INPUT Button  
Use the INPUT button to scroll through the available input channels and view  
components you have connected to the TV.  
1. Press TV to place the remote in TV mode. Make sure the component you  
want to view is turned ON.  
2. Press INPUT to tune to an available input channel.  
3. To return to the channel you were previously watching on TV, press CH+ or  
CH- button.  
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Remote Control Codes  
Olympus ...................................................................... 2021  
VCR Codes  
Programmable for the AUX•HD button.  
Cable Box Codes  
Programmable for the AUX•HD button.  
Optimus ............................................................. 2014, 2132  
Optonica ...................................................................... 2096  
Panasonic....................2021, 2022, 2109, 2125, 2126, 2127  
Pentax ...................................2016, 2055, 2056, 2107, 2120  
Pentex Research .......................................................... 2018  
Philco ..............................................2021, 2022, 2062, 2063  
Philips .............................................2021, 2062, 2096, 2124  
Pilot.............................................................................. 2014  
Pioneer..................................2010, 2055, 2080, 2081, 2123  
Portland...........................................2016, 2017, 2019, 2110  
Proscan..................................................... 2000, 2001, 2131  
Protec........................................................................... 2061  
Pulsar ........................................................................... 2104  
Quarter......................................................................... 2011  
Quartz .......................................................................... 2011  
Quasar...................................................... 2021, 2022, 2125  
RCA ........2000, 2001, 2003, 2013, 2021, 2055, 2056, 2082,  
2083, 2084, 2085, 2086, 2087, 2088, 2089,  
Admiral......................................................................... 2132  
Adventura .................................................................... 2026  
Aiko.............................................................................. 2027  
Aiwa............................................................................. 2026  
Akai.........2003, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2111, 2112, 2113  
American High............................................................. 2021  
Asha ............................................................................. 2013  
Audio Dynamics................................................ 2009, 2010  
Audiovox ..................................................................... 2014  
Bell & Howell.............................................................. 2011  
Beaumark..................................................................... 2013  
Broksonic........................................................... 2012, 2025  
Calix ............................................................................. 2014  
Candle...............2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019  
Canon....................................................... 2021, 2022, 2114  
Capehart............................................................. 2020, 2110  
Carver........................................................................... 2062  
CCE..................................................................... 2027, 2061  
Citizen ...2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2027  
Colortyme .................................................................... 2009  
Colt............................................................................... 2061  
Craig................................................2013, 2014, 2023, 2061  
Curtis-Mathes.......................2000, 2009, 2013, 2016, 2018,  
2021, 2022, 2024, 2115, 2131  
Cybernex...................................................................... 2013  
Daewoo...2015, 2017, 2019, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2110  
Daytron........................................................................ 2110  
DBX.................................................................... 2009, 2010  
Dimensia............................................................ 2000, 2131  
Dynatech...................................................................... 2026  
Electrohome....................................................... 2014, 2029  
Electrophonic............................................................... 2014  
Emerson.....................2012, 2014, 2015, 2021, 2024, 2025,  
2026, 2029, 2030, 2031, 2032, 2033, 2034,2035, 2036,  
2037, 2038, 2039, 2040, 2041, 2042,2044, 2045, 2046,  
2047, 2065, 2113, 2116, 2117, 2130  
Fisher.......2011, 2023, 2048, 2049, 2050, 2051, 2052, 2118  
Fuji...................................................................... 2021, 2119  
Funai ............................................................................ 2026  
Garrard......................................................................... 2026  
GE ..................................................2000, 2001, 2013, 2021,  
2022, 2053, 2115, 2120, 2131  
Goldstar...........................................2009, 2014, 2018, 2054  
Gradiente ..................................................................... 2026  
Harley Davidson.......................................................... 2026  
Harman Kardon........................................................... 2009  
Harwood...................................................................... 2061  
Headquarter................................................................. 2011  
Hitachi...............2055, 2056, 2057, 2107, 2111, 2120, 2122  
Hi-Q ............................................................................. 2023  
Instant Replay.............................................................. 2021  
JCL................................................................................ 2021  
JC Penney ........2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2021, 2022,  
2055, 2056, 2058, 2059, 2060, 2107, 2118  
Jensen....................................................... 2055, 2056, 2111  
JVC ..............................2009, 2010, 2011, 2018, 2111, 2123  
Kenwood ..........2009, 2010, 2011, 2016, 2018, 2111, 2123  
KLH .............................................................................. 2061  
Kodak................................................................. 2014, 2021  
Lloyd ............................................................................ 2026  
Logik ............................................................................ 2061  
LXI................................................................................ 2014  
Magnavox ......................................2021, 2022, 2062, 2063,  
2104, 2105, 2108, 2124  
Magnin ......................................................................... 2013  
Marantz ...2009, 2010, 2011, 2016, 2018, 2021, 2062, 2064  
Marta ............................................................................ 2014  
Masushita ..................................................................... 2021  
Mei ............................................................................... 2021  
Memorex........................................2011, 2013, 2014, 2021,  
2023, 2026, 2104, 2132  
MGA......................................................... 2029, 2065, 2113  
MGN Technology ........................................................ 2013  
Midland........................................................................ 2053  
Minolta..................................................... 2055, 2056, 2107  
Mitsubishi.........2029, 2055, 2056, 2065, 2066, 2067, 2068,  
2069, 2070, 2071, 2072, 2073, 2074, 2106, 2113, 2123  
Montgomery Ward............................................. 2075, 2132  
Motorola............................................................. 2021, 2132  
MTC.................................................................... 2013, 2126  
Multitech ...............................2013, 2016, 2026, 2053, 2061  
NEC ............................2009, 2010, 2011,2016, 2018, 2064,  
2076, 2078, 2079, 2111, 2123  
ABC.......................................5002, 5003, 5004, 5006, 5053  
Antronix............................................................. 5008, 5009  
Archer....................................................... 5008, 5009, 5010  
Cabletenna................................................................... 5008  
Cableview .................................................................... 5008  
Colour Voice...................................................... 5012, 5013  
Comtronic .................................................................... 5014  
Contec.......................................................................... 5016  
Eastern ......................................................................... 5017  
GC Electronics............................................................. 5009  
GE ...................................................................... 5000, 5001  
Gemini ............................................................... 5018, 5019  
General Instrument ..................................................... 5003  
Hamlin ........................5020, 5021, 5022, 5028, 5035, 5045  
Hitachi.......................................................................... 5003  
Jerrold .........................5003, 5018. 5023, 5024, 5046, 5053  
Magnavox .................................................................... 5025  
Memorex...................................................................... 5026  
Movie Time.................................................................. 5027  
NEC .............................................................................. 5005  
NSC............................................................................... 5027  
Oak..................................................................... 5016, 5029  
Panasonic........................................................... 5048, 5052  
Philips ............................................5011, 5012, 5013, 5015,  
5019, 5025, 5030, 5031, 5032  
Pioneer............................................................... 5033, 5034  
Proscan............................................................... 5000, 5001  
RCA .................................................5007, 5047, 5049, 5052  
Realistic........................................................................ 5009  
Regal .................................................................. 5022, 5035  
Regency........................................................................ 5017  
Rembrandt ................................................................... 5003  
Samsung....................................................................... 5034  
Scientific Atlanta.............................5006, 5036, 5037, 5038  
Signal............................................................................ 5018  
Signature...................................................................... 5003  
Sprucer......................................................................... 5052  
Standard Components....................................... 5039, 5044  
Starcom .............................................................. 5018, 5053  
Stargate......................................................................... 5018  
Starquest....................................................................... 5018  
Tocom................................................................ 5004, 5023  
Tusa.............................................................................. 5018  
TV86............................................................................. 5027  
Unika.................................................................. 5008, 5009  
United Cable................................................................ 5053  
Universal.................................................. 5008, 5009, 5010  
Viewstar ............................................................. 5025, 5027  
Zenith................................................................. 5050, 5051  
2090, 2091, 2107, 2115, 2120, 2125, 2131, 2133  
Radioshack/Realistic ...........2011, 2013, 2014, 2021, 2022,  
2023, 2026, 2029, 2049, 2050, 2096, 2132  
Radix ............................................................................ 2014  
Randex......................................................................... 2014  
Ricoh............................................................................ 2128  
Runco........................................................................... 2104  
Samsung......................2005, 2013, 2015, 2033, 2053, 2112  
Sanky.................................................................. 2104, 2132  
Sansui..............................................2010, 2092, 2111, 2123  
Sanyo........................................................ 2011, 2013, 2023  
Scott.........2012, 2015, 2025, 2032, 2038, 2065, 2093, 2116  
Sears...........................2011, 2014, 2021, 2023, 2048, 2049,  
2050, 2051, 2055, 2056, 2107, 2118  
Sharp.................2017, 2029, 2094, 2095, 2096, 2097, 2132  
Shintom...........................................2004, 2056, 2061, 2098  
Shogun......................................................................... 2013  
Signature...................................................................... 2132  
Singer ....................................................... 2021, 2061, 2128  
Sony ................................................2004, 2098, 2099, 2119  
STS...................................................................... 2021, 2107  
Sylvania.............2021, 2022, 2026, 2062, 2063, 2065, 2124  
Symphonic................................................................... 2026  
Tandy ........................................................................... 2011  
Tashiko......................................................................... 2014  
Tatung.......................................................................... 2111  
TEAC ........................................................ 2026, 2085, 2111  
Technics............................................................. 2021, 2109  
Teknika .................................2014, 2021, 2026, 2100, 2129  
TMK.......................................................... 2013, 2024, 2047  
Toshiba..............2015, 2049, 2051, 2055, 2065, 2093, 2116  
Totevsion ........................................................... 2013, 2014  
Unitech......................................................................... 2013  
Vector Research..............................2009, 2010, 2015, 2016  
Victor............................................................................ 2010  
Video Concepts ....................2009, 2010, 2015, 2016, 2113  
Videosonic ................................................................... 2013  
Wards .....2013, 2014, 2015, 2021, 2023, 2026, 2029, 2055,  
2056, 2061, 2096, 2101, 2102, 2103, 2107, 2116, 2132  
XR-1000.................................................... 2021, 2026, 2061  
Yamaha .................................2009, 2010, 2011, 2018, 2111  
Zenith....................................2004, 2098, 2104, 2119, 2128  
Satellite Receiver Codes  
Programmable for the AUX•HD button.  
Alphastar...................................................................... 5079  
Chapparal........................................................... 5056, 5057  
Dishnet......................................................................... 5078  
Drake ................................................................. 5058, 5059  
Echostar ....................................................................... 5089  
GE ..............................................5000 (SAT1), 5001 (SAT2)  
General Instruments................................ 5060, 5061, 5062  
Hitachi................................................................ 5083, 5084  
Hughes Network ............................................... 5077, 5090  
JVC ............................................................................... 5082  
Panasonic..................................................................... 5075  
Philips .......................................................................... 5085  
Primestar...................................................................... 5076  
Proscan.......................................5000 (SAT1), 5001 (SAT2)  
RCA ..............5000 (SAT1), 5001 (SAT2), 5071, 5080, 5081  
Realistic........................................................................ 5063  
Sony ............................................................................. 5072  
STS1.............................................................................. 5064  
STS2.............................................................................. 5065  
STS3.............................................................................. 5066  
STS4.............................................................................. 5067  
Toshiba............................................................... 5068, 5073  
Uniden ............................................................... 5069, 5086  
DVD codes  
Programmable for the DVD and AUX•HD buttons.  
Aiwa............................................................................. 3009  
Apex................................................................... 3023, 3024  
GE ................................................................................ 3000  
Hitachi.......................................................................... 3008  
JVC ..................................................................... 3002, 3010  
Konka................................................................. 3011, 3012  
Magnavox .................................................................... 3003  
Mitsubishi..................................................................... 3004  
Panasonic..................................................................... 3013  
Philips .............................................3003, 3019, 3021, 3022  
Pioneer......................................................................... 3005  
Proscan......................................................................... 3000  
RCA .................................................................... 3000, 3001  
Samsung....................................................................... 3025  
Sanyo............................................................................ 3014  
Sony ......................................................... 3006, 3015, 3016  
Toshiba..................................................... 3007, 3017, 3020  
Zenith........................................................................... 3018  
HDTV Tuner Codes  
Programmable for the AUX•HD button.  
RCA .............................................................................. 7000  
Nikko ........................................................................... 2014  
Noblex.......................................................................... 2013  
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Channel Banner  
There are several indicators that might appear when you press the TV or INFO button on the  
remote. 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).  
4/3 format  
Current screen format.  
Mono  
(or Stereo)  
Mono appears when the current channel is broadcasting in  
mono. Stereo appears when the current channel is broadcasting  
in stereo.  
SAP  
The current channel is broadcasting SAP (Second Audio  
Program) information.  
Parental Controls are locked.  
Sample displays on a Channel Banner.  
CC  
Closed Captioning is available on the current channel.  
Current time.  
03:45 pm  
15 NBC  
Current channel and label assigned to the channel.  
Commercial Shows the time remaining on the commercial skip (SKIP)  
skip 0:30  
timer.  
Sound is muted.  
Autotuning  
The autotuning feature automatically tunes the TV to the correct channel/input for different  
components you have connected to your TV (like a VCR, DVD Player, etc.) When you set up  
autotuning in the menu system you don’t have to remember to change your TV to the VID1  
input, for example, when you want to watch a DVD on your DVD player.  
Why You Should Use the Autotuning Feature  
 
 
With the autotuning feature, you can set up the TV to tune to the channel/input  
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you need to watch by pressing that component’s button.  
Your remote's component buttons  
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How to Set Up the Autotuning Feature  
The way you set up the autotuning feature in the TV’s menu corresponds to the component  
buttons on the remote and the way you have each component connected to your TV. When you  
set up autotuning, you’re telling the TV what channel/input to tune to when you press the DVD or  
AUX•HD button on the remote control.  
1. Press MENU (the MAIN MENU appears).  
2. Highlight Setup and press OK on your remote control.  
3. Highlight Autotuning and press OK.  
4. Choose which component button you would like to set:  
Set DVD Channel Lets you set up the channel the TV tunes to when you  
press the VCR button.  
Set AUX/HD Channel Lets you set up the channel the TV tunes to when  
you press the AUX/HD button.  
5. Press the right arrow button to select the choice that matches the way you  
have the component connected to this TV, and press OK.  
You can select from the following inputs or channels:  
N/A Choose this if you don’t have this particular component connected  
to the TV, or if you don’t want the TV to automatically tune to the correct  
channel/input when you’re using this component.  
Channel 3 or 4 Component is connected to the CABLE/ANTENNA jack on  
the back of the TV, and you want the TV to tune to channel 3 when you  
press the corresponding button on the remote. Reminder: make sure the  
component’s Channel 3/4 switch is set to channel 3.  
VID1 or VID2 (Video Input) Component is connected to a VIDEO or  
S-Video jack on the back of the TV and you want the TV to tune to a VID  
input channel when you press the corresponding component button.  
FRNT (Front Video Input) Component is connected to the VIDEO jack  
on the front of the TV and you want the TV to tune to the front VID input  
channel (FRNT) when you press the corresponding component button.  
CMP1 or CMP2 (Component Video Input) Compatible component video  
source, such as a DVD player or digital TV converter box, is connected to the  
three COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT jacks (Y,PB,PR) on the back of the TV and  
you want the TV to tune to the component video input channel (CMP) when  
you press the corresponding component button.  
DVI Component is connected to the DVI-HDCP jack on the back of the TV  
and you want the TV to tune to the DVI input channel when you press the  
corresponding component button.  
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Parental Controls and V-Chip  
The choices in the US V-CHIP and Canada V-CHIP menus involve software inside your TV  
(referred to as V-Chip) which allows you to block TV programs and movies based on violence,  
sex, or other content you may believe children should not view.  
Once you block programs, you can unblock programs by entering a password.  
By default, the software inside your TV is turned “off.” For instructions to turn on V-Chip, go to  
page 31.  
Note: Parental Control settings are not available for DVI, CMP1, or CMP2 inputs.  
How V-Chip Works for USA and Canada  
V-Chip reads the program’s age-based rating (TV-MA, TV-14, etc.) and content themes [(Violence  
(V), Adult Language (L), etc.)]. If you have blocked the rating and/or content themes that the  
program contains, you will receive the message This channel has not been approved for viewing.  
Change channel or press OK to enter password and temporarily deactivate the Parental Control.  
Broadcasters are not required to provide content themes, so programs received with no content  
themes will only be blocked if you block their age-based rating. You can also block out programs  
that have been given an Exempt rating, and programs that are considered unrated. The next  
several pages have tables showing the TV age-based ratings and content themes for the US and  
Canada.  
US V-Chip TV Rating Limit  
The V-Chip TV Rating Limit lets you decide which TV programs can and cannot  
be viewed.  
To set TV programming limits:  
1. Choose Parental Control from the MAIN MENU. If Parental Controls have  
previously been locked, you must enter your password.  
2. Highlight and select US V-Chip. Then select V-Chip TV Rating.  
3. Once you get to the V-Chip TV rating limit screen, use the arrow buttons  
and OK on your remote to change the status of a TV program rating or  
content theme from View to Block.  
4. For TV rating limits to take effect, lock Parental Controls by accessing the  
Lock parental controls menu.  
The following sections give you more details about how to change the status of  
TV program limits.  
Note: If you forget your password, follow step one above to get to the  
password entry screen. Then press the VOL+ and CH+ buttons on the TV's  
front panel at the same time for at least 8 seconds. You will receive an  
on-screen message that Parental Controls have been unlocked once you've  
successfully reset the password.  
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The V-Chip Rating Screen  
The following is an example of where items are located within the Rating Limit screen.  
Rating Status Field  
Lets you select whether the status of the age-based rating limit to  
the left is View or Block.  
Content Themes  
Lists the content themes you can block or  
view.  
Rating Field  
Content Status Fields  
Lets you select from a  
list of age-based ratings  
you can block or view.  
Lets you select which content themes to  
view for the selected rating, and whether  
the status of the content theme is currently  
unlocked ( ) or locked ( ).  
Rating Settings Area  
Lets you see the current block/view state of age-based ratings and as-  
sociated content. The View ( ) settings are coded in green, and the  
Block ( ) settings are coded in red.  
Age-Based  
USA Description and Content Themes for Age-Based Ratings  
Rating  
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).  
TV-MA  
Parents Strongly Cautioned. Contains some material that many parents would find unsuitable for  
children under 14. Parents are strongly urged to exercise greater care in monitoring this program and  
are cautioned against letting children under the age of 14 watch unattended. This program contains  
one or more of the following content themes: intensely suggestive dialogue (D), strong coarse  
language (L), intense sexual situations (S), or intense violence (V).  
TV-14  
Parental Guidance Suggested. Contains material that parents may find unsuitable for younger  
children. Many parents may want to watch it with their younger children. The program contains one  
or more of the following content themes: some suggestive dialogue (D), infrequent coarse language  
(L), some sexual situations (S), or moderate violence (V).  
TV-PG  
TV-G  
General Audience. Most parents would find this program suitable for all ages. It contains little or no  
sexual dialogue (D) or situations (S), no strong language (L), and little or no violence (V).  
Directed to Children 7 years and older. Designed for children ages 7 and above. It may be more  
appropriate for children who have acquired the developmental skills needed to distinguish between  
make-believe and reality. Themes and elements in this program may include mild fantasy violence  
(FV) or comedic violence, or may frighten children under the age of 7.  
TV-Y7  
TV-Y  
All Children. Themes and elements in this program are designed for a young audience, including  
children from ages 2-6. It is not expected to frighten younger children.  
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Using the TV’s Features  
Blocking Age-Based Ratings  
You can automatically block all program ratings above a specified age-  
based rating level. To block programs with higher ratings:  
1. Press the up or down arrow button to scroll to the rating  
corresponding with the lowest rating you do not want the child to  
watch.  
2. Press the OK button to toggle between View and Block. The status  
for the rating listed to the left and all higher ratings automatically  
changes to Block (and ).  
3. Use the up/down arrow buttons to highlight Go back and press OK.  
4. Select Lock Parental Controls from the Parental Control menu for  
rating limits to take effect.  
Viewing Age-Based Ratings  
After you block age-based ratings, you can change some of the ratings  
back to View.  
Hierarchy of Age-Based Ratings  
Mature Audience Only  
TV-MA  
TV-14  
TV-PG  
TV-G  
Parents Strongly Cautioned  
Parental Guidance Suggested  
General Audience  
1. Use the up/down arrows to select the rating with a status of Block.  
2. Press OK to select View.  
TV-Y7  
TV-Y  
Directed to Children 7 years and older  
All Children  
Blocking Specific Content Themes  
Content Themes  
Sexually explicit dialogue  
Adult language  
You can block programs based on their content. (Content is represented  
by the D, L, S, V and FV on your screen.) When you block a content  
theme for a particular rating, you automatically block that content theme  
for higher rated programs as well.  
D
L
S
Sexual situations  
Violence  
To block program content:  
V
1. Determine the content themes you want to block.  
FV  
Fantasy Violence  
2. Press the down arrow button to scroll to the rating whose content  
theme you want to change.  
3. Press the right arrow button to move the yellow highlight to a  
particular content theme status.  
4. Press the OK button to change its status to . (In the example to  
the left, you block the language (L) corresponding with TV-14. The  
language for TV-MA is blocked as well.)  
Notes: Broadcasters are not required to provide content themes or  
age-based ratings.  
You must remember to lock Parental Controls for rating limits to  
take effect.  
Tip  
To change all V-Chip movie or TV ratings to View, press  
the 0 number button.  
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Viewing Specific Content Themes  
If you block specific content themes, you have the option of going back and changing some of the them back to ( ) View:  
1. Determine the content themes you want to change to ( ) View.  
2. Press the down arrow button to scroll to the rating whose content theme you want to change, such as under  
language (L) corresponding with TV-14.  
3. Press the right arrow button to move the yellow highlight to a particular content theme status.  
4. Press the OK button to change the status back to . Your child would then be able to watch programs with the TV-14  
adult language content, but not programs with TV-MA language content.  
Note: Only the content theme status corresponding to TV-14 (L) language changes to (V) View. Higher rated content  
themes, such as that for TV-MA language, do not change.  
Canada V-Chip Ratings  
Canadian TV V-Chip supports two different Canadian rating systems: English and French.  
Rating  
18+  
Canadian English V-Chip Rating System  
Adults. Programming intended for adults 18 and older. It may contain elements of violence, language, and  
sexual content which could make it unsuitable for viewers under 18. Violence Guidelines: May contain  
violence integral to the development of the plot, character or theme, intended for adult audiences. Other  
Content Guidelines: May contain graphic language and explicit portrayals of nudity and/or sex.  
Viewers 14 and over. Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers  
under the age of 14. Parents are strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting viewing by pre-  
teens and early teens. Violence Guidelines: May contain intense scenes of violence. Could deal with mature  
themes and societal issues in a realistic fashion. Other Content Guidelines: May contain scenes of nudity  
and/or sexual activity. There could be frequent use of profanity.  
14+  
PG  
Parental Guidance. Programming intended for a general audience but which may not be suitable for  
younger children (under the age of 8). Parents may consider some content inappropriate for unsupervised  
viewing by children aged 8-13. Violence Guidelines: Depictions of conflict and/or aggression will be limited  
and moderate; may include physical, fantasy, or supernatural violence. Other Content Guidelines: May  
contain infrequent mild profanity, or mildly suggestive language. Could also contain brief scenes of nudity.  
General Audience. Programming considered acceptable for all ages groups. While not designed  
specifically for children, it is understood younger viewers may be part of the audience. Violence Guidelines:  
Will contain very little violence, either physical or verbal or emotional. Will be sensitive to themes which  
could frighten a younger child, will not depict realistic scenes of violence which minimize or gloss over the  
effects of violent acts. Other Content Guidelines: There may be some inoffensive slang, no profanity and no  
nudity.  
G
Children 8 and older. Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to  
watch on their own. Violence Guidelines: Violence will not be portrayed as the preferred, acceptable,  
or only way to resolve conflict or encourage children to imitate dangerous acts which they may see on  
television. Any realistic depictions of violence will be infrequent, discreet, of low intensity and will show  
the consequences of the acts. Other Content Guidelines: There will be no profanity, nudity or sexual  
content.  
C8+  
Children. Programming intended for children under age 8. Violence Guidelines: Careful attention is paid to  
themes which could threaten children’s sense of security and well being. There will be no realistic scenes  
of violence. Depictions of aggressive behavior will be infrequent and limited to portrayals that are clearly  
imaginary, comedic or unrealistic in nature. Other Content Guidelines: There will be no offensive language,  
nudity or sexual content.  
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Rating  
Canadian French V-Chip Rating System  
Adults. Programming is for adults only. This program contains sustained violence or extremely violent  
scenes.  
18 ans +  
Viewers 16 and over. Programming is not suitable for those under age 16. This program contains  
frequent scenes of violence or intensely violent scenes.  
16 ans +  
13 ans +  
Viewers 13 and over. Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13. This  
program either contains several violent scenes or one or more scenes that are violent enough to affect  
them. Viewing in the company of an adult is therefore strongly recommended for children under the  
age of 13.  
Viewers 8 and over. Not recommended for young children. This program is suitable for most  
audiences, but it contains mild or occasional violence that could upset young children. Viewing in  
the company of an adult is therefore recommended for young children (under the age of 8) who  
do not distinguish between reality and imagination. Programming generally considered acceptable  
for children 8 years and over to watch on their own. Violence Guidelines: Violence will not be  
portrayed as the preferred, acceptable, or only way to resolve conflict or encourage children to  
imitate dangerous acts which they may see on television. Any realistic depictions of violence will  
be infrequent, discreet, of low intensity and will show the consequences of the acts. Other Content  
Guidelines: There will be no profanity, nudity or sexual content.  
8 ans +  
General Audience. This program is suitable for audiences of all ages. It contains no violence, or any  
violence that it does contain is either minimal or is presented in a humorous manner, as a caricature,  
or in an unrealistic way.  
G
Blocking Canadian V-Chip Ratings  
If you receive Canadian programs you can block Canadian English and  
French V-Chip by ratings only. When you block a particular rating, you  
automatically block the higher rated programs as well.  
To block Canadian English and French program ratings:  
1. Select Canada V-Chip from the Parental Control menu.  
2. Highlight English ratings or French ratings and press OK.  
3. Determine the rating you want to block.  
4. Press the down arrow button to scroll to the rating you want to  
change.  
5. Press the OK button to change its status to block (the lock icon  
appears and all ratings above the one you selected change to lock).  
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Using the TV’s Features  
V-Chip Movie Rating Limit  
Set movie rating limits by blocking movies rated above a specified level.  
To access the Movie Rating Limit menu:  
1. Press MENU on the remote control (the TV's MAIN MENU appears).  
2. Select Parental Control.  
3. Select US V-Chip.  
4. Select V-Chip movie rating.  
Blocking Movie Ratings  
Once you are in the Movie Ratings menu, follow the same steps  
described for blocking TV ratings.  
Blocking Unrated/Exempt Programs  
The Unrated/Exempt Prog. option lets you decide if programs that the  
V-Chip recognizes as unrated can be viewed. Unrated TV programs may  
include news, sports, political, religious, local and weather programs,  
emergency bulletins, public announcements, and programs without  
ratings. The Exempt option applies to both USA and Canadian unrated  
programs and Canadian programs rated E.  
View All unrated programs are available.  
Block All unrated programs are not available.  
Note: You must remember to activate V-Chip for rating limits to  
take effect.  
Press the down arrow to highlight Unrated/Exempt Prog. Then press the  
right arrow to toggle between View and Block.  
Lock/Unlock Parental Controls  
Selecting this option lets you lock and unlock parental controls settings using a password.  
If you do not lock parental controls, none of the settings for V-Chip, Channel Block, or Front Panel Block will  
take effect.  
If you forget your password, press the MENU button, then select Parental Control (the password entry screen appears).  
Simultaneously press and hold CH+ and VOL+ on the front panel for 8 seconds. Parental Controls unlock and the Parental  
Control menu appears. You can enter a new password by locking the Parental Controls again.  
Front Panel Block  
Selecting this option lets you block (disable) or unblock (enable) the TV’s front panel. The remote still tunes to any channel.  
When using this as a Parental Control method, remove access to any remote that is capable of operating the television while  
you have the front panel blocked.  
Don’t forget to lock parental controls after you change the status. If you don’t, the front panel block will not take effect.  
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PIP (Picture-in-Picture) and POP  
(Picture-outside-Picture) Operation  
The PIP (picture-in-picture) feature lets you display a second, smaller  
picture on top of the main picture. POP (picture-outside-picture) lets you  
display two windows side by side.  
Note: PIP and POP are not available for DVI or component video  
sources (CMP1 or CMP2).  
PIP example  
POP example  
PIP and POP Buttons  
There are several remote buttons that control the way the PIP window  
works:  
 
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PIP Brings up the PIP window. Press again to bring up POP. Press again  
to remove the window.  
 
Up and down arrow buttons Let you move the PIP window to  
different corners of the screen. Up arrow moves PIP counterclockwise;  
down arrow moves PIP clockwise.  
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Left and right arrow buttons Switches the main POP window, where  
the sound is coming from, with the other window.  
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PIP + and PIP - Lets you change channels in the PIP and right POP  
window.  
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Sound Menu  
The Sound menu lets you adjust audio output. To access the Sound menu,  
press MENU on the remote, and then select Sound from the main menu. The  
following audio items can be adjusted: Sound settings, Sound type, Sound mode,  
SAP, Sound Logic, Dynamic bass, Headphone settings, and Graphic equalizer.  
Sound settings The Sound settings submenu contains the following items:  
Left & Right balance Use the left or right arrow to center the bar under the  
arrow to balance the left and right speakers.  
Amplifier Use the left or right arrow button to select External (if your TV is  
using external amplifier only) or Internal (if your TV is using the speakers  
in the TV).  
Subwoofer Select External if the TV is using an external subwoofer, or None  
if the TV is not using a subwoofer.  
Sound type Press the right arrow button to scroll through the available audio  
types, which control the way the sound comes through your speakers. The  
options available vary according to the input selected.  
Mono (available for regular TV viewing only) Plays the sound in mono  
only. Use this setting when receiving broadcasts with weak stereo signals.  
Stereo Splits the incoming stereo audio signal into left and right channels.  
Most TV programs and recorded materials have stereo audio. The word  
Stereo appears in the channel banner when you tune to a program that is  
broadcast in stereo.  
Automatic (available for regular TV viewing only) Chooses the sound type  
according to the current signal.  
Left and Right (available for audio/video inputs only) Isolates either the  
left or right channel of the incoming audio.  
Sound Mode Press the right arrow button to scroll through the available audio  
modes, which provides special processing through your speakers (depending on  
the setting you chose as your Sound type).  
Normal Does not give any special processing, simply provides the mono  
or stereo sound provided by the signal you're watching.  
Wide Available only for mono signals. “Widens” sound from mono  
broadcasts and mono components connected to your TV for a fuller, more  
spacious sound.  
Magic Available only for stereo signals. Gives a surround effect with more  
bass.  
Second Audio Program (SAP) Plays the program’s audio in a second  
language, if one is available. The letters "SAP" appear in the channel banner  
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 video for the visually impaired.  
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Sound logic Reduces the annoying blasts in volume during commercial  
breaks, and also amplifies softer sounds in program material. Eliminates the  
need to constantly adjust the volume.  
Dynamic bass Enhances your TV's low-frequency response. The options are  
Off, Medium and High.  
Headphone settings Displays a choice list of available settings you can  
adjust: Volume, Bass and Treble. The Headphone sound option allows you to  
choose stereo, mono or automatic. These descriptions are same as for Sound  
Type (see the previous page).  
Graphic equalizer Allows you to choose a specific preset through the Sound  
Preset option. Press the right arrow to cycle through the options: Standard,  
Movie, Voice, Music, Flat, Videogame, Video camera and Personal.  
The Frequency range displays the different treble and bass bands set for each  
Sound Preset option. You can choose a band and make adjustments. When you  
make adjustments, the Sound Preset option automatically changes to Personal.  
Press the left or right arrow button to select the frequency (Bass 100Hz, Mid  
Bass 500Hz, Medium 1.5kHz, Mid Treble 5kHz, Treble 10kHz) you want to  
adjust. Then use the up or down arrow button to adjust the level.  
To view the frequency range of another Sound Preset option, press the right or  
left arrow until no band is selected and Frequency range is highlighted. Then  
press the up arrow to highlight Sound Preset.  
Picture Menu  
The Picture menu contains menus and controls to configure the following video  
settings: Advanced picture settings, Picture presets, Black level, Color, Contrast,  
Sharpness, Color Warmth, and Tint. The Picture menu options apply to the  
video for the main TV and video input selections.  
Advanced picture settings  
Contrast expand You can adjust the contrast of the picture to suit the light  
of the room. Press the right arrow to choose which of the following best  
describes the lighting in the room: Low, Medium or High.  
Scan Velocity Modulation Improves the sharpness of the picture by  
changing the speed of the cathode-ray tube’s electron beam when it  
transitions between dark and light areas of the screen. Choose to have it on  
(box checked) or off (box unchecked), depending on your preference.  
Autoformat When enabled (box checked) the TV automatically detects  
the screen format the signal is sending for each channel, as well as input  
channels.  
Tip:  
If the picture is switching screen formats  
abruptly during normal TV viewing, switch the  
Autoformat feature off.  
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Video noise reduction Reduce picture “static” or any type of interference.  
This feature is especially useful for providing a clearer picture in weak  
analog signal conditions. Press the right arrow to choose between: Off for  
no noise reduction; Minimum for a softer, smoother picture that retains  
picture sharpness and detail; Medium for a slightly softer picture than the  
Minimum setting; Maximum for an even softer, smoother picture than the  
other settings (the picture detail is somewhat decreased).  
Optimized still picture When enabled (box checked), enhances the picture  
specifically for still frames (for example, if you're watching a slideshow on  
your HDTV monitor, or if you've paused a frame of a DVD).  
Auto Skin Tone When enabled (box checked), minimizes the flesh tone  
variations of the TV picture.  
Film mode (3:2 Pulldown) Automatically detects video sources that were  
originally recorded on film (like most movies) and subsequently converted  
to a different format (for TV broadcast, for example). Film mode processes  
the converted signal so that it looks as close as possible to the original.  
Another name for this process is reverse 3:2 pulldown.  
Advanced (recommended) enables the feature only when the TV  
detects that movie playback quality could be improved. Advanced is  
the default setting.  
The On setting should only be used in rare circumstances when the TV  
is used solely with film-based sources (like DVDs on a non-progressive-  
scan player).  
The Off setting turns off film mode upconversion. Try using this  
setting if you think the reverse 3:2 pulldown is causing distortions in  
your picture.  
Note: Autoformat and Video noise reduction are available for CMP1 and  
CMP2 inputs only if the signal is 480i.  
Picture Presets Displays a choice list that lets you select one of the preset  
picture settings: Vibrant, Cinematic, Natural, Sports, Videogame, Video Camera  
or Personal. Choose the setting that is best for your viewing environment. You  
can set a different picture preset for each input (including one for your regular  
TV channels).  
Tip:  
You can select a different picture preset  
(or set up a different personal preset)  
for each input. The ANTENNA/CABLE  
jack counts as a single input.  
Black Level Adjusts the brightness of the picture.  
Color Adjusts the richness of the color.  
Contrast Adjusts the difference between the light and dark areas of the  
picture.  
Sharpness Adjusts the crispness of the edges in the picture.  
Note: You can adjust sharpness for each channel and input. This is useful if  
the signal appears fuzzy.  
Color Warmth Displays a choice list that lets you set one of three automatic  
color adjustments: Cool for a more blue palette of picture colors; Normal; or  
Warm for a more red palette of picture colors. The warm setting corresponds to  
the NTSC standard of 6500 K.  
Tint Adjusts the balance between the red and green levels.  
When you change any of these picture settings, the Picture Preset changes to  
Personal. Use the left or right arrow button to make adjustments. To return to  
the Picture menu, press the up or down arrow button.  
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Channel Guide Menu  
Allows you to view and select from the entire channel list and their labels. Press  
the GUIDE button to bring up the Channel Guide menu. Use the up or down  
arrow to scroll through the list. Press OK to select and tune to the highlighted  
channel. Press the last digit of one of the channels in the guide to tune to that  
channel and leave the Channel Guide on the screen.  
Time Menu  
Sleep Timer Lets you set the TV to turn off after a given amount of time.  
Time Lets you enter the current time. If it is eight o’clock, for example, you  
must first enter the number zero, then number eight. Use the OK button to  
choose between AM and PM.  
Wake up timer Lets you set the TV to turn itself on. When you turn on Wake  
up timer, the following options appear:  
Wake up time Lets you set the time you want the TV to turn itself on.  
Wake up duration Lets you set how long you want the TV to stay on when  
it turns on.  
Channel number Lets you select a specific channel the TV tunes to when  
the wake up timer is set.  
Daily Lets you choose if you want the wake up timer to turn on daily.  
Note: The Wake up timer is available only when the time has been set.  
Parental Control Menu  
The Parental Control Menu was explained in Chapter 3. Go to page 26 for more  
information.  
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PIP Menu  
Display Mode  
Off No window is displayed.  
PIP PIP window is displayed.  
POP POP window is displayed.  
PIP channel Allows you to choose the channel displayed in the PIP or main  
POP window. Scroll through channel list as well as the VID1, VID2 and FRNT  
input channels.  
PIP size Allows you to choose the size of the PIP window: Small, Medium or  
Large.  
PIP position Allows you to choose where the PIP window appears on the  
screen: Top right, Top left, Bottom right or Bottom left.  
Note: Pip size and position are not available for POP.  
Setup Menu  
The Setup menu lets you configure the TV to fit its surroundings and your  
preferences. To access the Setup menu, press MENU on the remote, and then  
select Setup from the main menu.  
Channel setup  
Signal Type The TV chooses the signal type during the initial setup. If you  
change how you receive broadcasts through the antenna input, you must  
change the Signal type setting. Choose Cable if you are using cable or a  
cable box for TV signals. Choose UHF/VHF Antenna if you are using an off-  
air antenna for TV signals.  
Auto channel search Searches for channels the signal is receiving. Go to  
page 16 for more information.  
Auto channel update Searches for any new channels that are not in your  
channel list and adds them to the list.  
List and labels Edit the channels in the list or choose labels for each  
channel. Go to page 17 for more information.  
Preferences  
Language Displays a choice list that lets you select your preferred  
language for the menus: English, Español or Français.  
Maximum TV volume Allows you to set how high volume turns up when  
you press the VOL+ button. Highlight Maximum volume, then press and  
hold OK to hear the maximum volume. Make sure the volume has not been  
muted or turned down all the way.  
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Curtain effect Reveals the picture by "opening" it from the middle of the  
screen when the TV is switched on. Hides the picture by "closing" it from the  
sides when the TV is switched off.  
Short-term vs. Long-term  
Power Outages  
The Auto channel and Auto volume settings  
don’t take effect after short-term power  
outages (usually less than two to three  
minutes). The TV will turn back on at the  
same volume and channel as before the  
power outage.  
Special features The Auto on setting switches your TV on after a power  
outage; Auto channel tunes the TV to the channel you specify as the Initial  
channel when Auto on is enabled; Auto volume tunes the TV to the volume  
you set in Initial volume when Auto on is enabled.  
The Auto channel and Auto volume settings  
take effect after power outages of several  
minutes or more.  
Closed Caption 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. When a program is  
closed captioned, CC is displayed in the channel banner. See Chapter 3 for more  
information about the channel banner. The closed caption options are:  
Closed caption setting Lets you choose the way closed captioning  
information appears on the screen. The Closed caption setting does not effect  
the DVI-HDTV input.  
Off No captioning information displayed.  
On always Captioning information shown always, when available.  
On when mute Displays captioning information, when available,  
whenever the TV’s sound is muted by pressing the MUTE button. The  
captioning information is not displayed when the sound is not muted.  
Closed-Caption Mode Displays a choice list that lets you choose which  
captioning mode is used for displaying captioning information. If you are  
unsure of the differences among the modes, you may prefer to leave the  
closed captioned mode set to CC1, which displays complete text of the  
program in the primary language in your area.  
Autotuning Displays a choice list that lets you set up the TV to automatically  
tune to the correct input channel when you press a component button (DVD  
or AUX/HD) on the remote. Go to Chapter 3 for details about the Autotuning  
feature.  
Convergence The Auto convergence feature automatically adjusts the TV’s  
tubes (this may take several minutes, after which you can make fine adjustments  
to the convergence settings); Red convergence displays the Red convergence  
screen, allowing you to use the arrow buttons to align the red and green images;  
Blue convergence displays the Blue convergence screen, allowing you to use the  
arrow buttons to align the blue and green images.  
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Troubleshooting  
Most problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected by consulting the following troubleshooting list.  
Note for US customers: If you prefer, we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service Representative who  
will visit your home for a fee to install your electronic entertainment system and to instruct you in its operation. For  
details about this service, call 1-888-206-3359.  
TV Problems  
TV won’t turn on  
Press the TV button.  
Make sure the TV is plugged in.  
Check the wall receptacle (or extension cord) to make sure it is “live” by plugging in something else.  
Something might be wrong with your remote control. Press the POWER button on the front of the TV. If the TV turns on, check the  
remote control solutions on the next page.  
The front panel controls may be locked (disabled). Use the remote control to unlock the front panel controls by selecting the Front  
Panel Block in the Parental Control menu and press OK to uncheck the box.  
The TV might be performing a periodic diagnostic check. Wait for a few minutes for the TV to turn on.  
Buttons don’t work  
If you’re using the remote control, press the TV button first to make sure the remote is in TV mode.  
The front panel controls may be locked (disabled). Use the remote control to unlock the front panel controls by selecting the Front  
Panel Block in the Parental Control menu and press OK to uncheck the box.  
Unplug the TV for ten minutes and then plug it back in. Turn the TV on and try again.  
TV turns off unexpectedly  
Sleep timer may have been activated. Go to page 36 for instructions.  
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.  
Unplug. Wait ten minutes. Plug in again.  
TV turns on unexpectedly  
Wake up timer might have been activated. Go to page 36 for instructions.  
Auto on might have been activated. Go to page 38 for instructions.  
You might have pressed CH+, CH- or INPUT on the remote accidentally.  
Blank screen  
Make sure the component connected to the TV is turned on.  
Try another channel.  
If you're trying to watch something that's playing on a component connected to the TV (like a DVD or a VCR tape), press the TV  
button on the remote, then press INPUT until you get to the correct video input channel.  
No sound, picture okay  
Maybe the sound is muted. Try pressing the volume up button to restore sound.  
If using S-Video or Y, PB, PR, remember to also connect the component’s left and right audio output jacks to the TV’s L and R Audio  
Input jacks.  
If you're using the TV's internal speakers, make sure the INT/EXT switch on the back of the TV is put on “INT”.  
The sound settings may not be set correctly. Go to page 33 for more information.  
Can’t select certain channel  
Make sure the remote control is in TV mode. Press the TV button and enter the channel number using the number buttons.  
Channel may be blocked or not approved in the Parental Controls menu.  
If using a VCR, check to make sure the TV/VCR button on the VCR is in the correct mode (press the TV/VCR button on your VCR).  
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Noisy stereo reception  
May be a weak station. Use Sound menu to choose mono sound.  
No picture, no sound but TV is on  
Maybe the cable/air function is set to the wrong position. Go to page 37 for detailed instructions.  
The channel might be blank — change channels.  
If you’re watching your VCR and it’s connected with coaxial cable to the CABLE/ANTENNA jack, tune the TV to channel 3 or 4  
(whichever channel is selected on the 3/4 switch on the back of your VCR). Also check to make sure the TV/VCR button on the VCR  
is in the correct mode (press the TV/VCR button on your VCR).  
Sound okay, picture poor  
Check antenna connections. Make sure all of the cables are firmly connected to the jacks.  
Try adjusting sharpness function to improve weak signals. Go to page 35 for more instructions.  
Volume buttons not adjusting volume louder  
Check to make sure volume isn’t limited by the maximum volume feature. Go to page 37 for more instructions.  
Picture not moving  
You have activated the Freeze feature by pressing FREEZE or OK on the remote. Press any button to “unfreeze” the picture.  
Black box appears on the screen  
Closed-captioning might be on. Check Closed Caption in the Setup menu. Go to page 38 for more instructions.  
Freeze not working  
The freeze feature is not available for Component video (CMP1 or CMP2) or DVI inputs.  
Low battery warning appears on screen  
Place new batteries in remote.  
TV picture keeps switching between screen formats abruptly  
Switch the Auto format feature to Off. See page 34 for more information.  
The Remote Control Doesn’t Work  
Something might be between the remote and the remote sensor on the component. Make sure there is a clear path.  
Maybe the remote isn’t aimed directly at the component (TV, VCR, DVD player, etc.) that you’re trying to operate.  
Maybe remote is not in TV Mode. Press the TV button so remote will control TV.  
Maybe batteries in remote are weak, dead, or installed incorrectly. Put new batteries in the remote. (Note, if you remove the  
batteries, you may have to reprogram the remote to operate other components.)  
You might need to drain the remote’s microprocessor: remove batteries and press the number 1 button for at least 60 seconds.  
Release the 1 button, replace the batteries, and (if necessary) program the remote again.  
Make sure there’s nothing plugged into the WIRED IR jack on the TV’s back panel. The remote that came with your TV won’t work if  
anything is plugged into this jack.  
Problems with V-Chip/Parental Controls  
The rating limits don’t work  
You must lock the settings. Go to the MAIN MENU (press MENU on your remote), select Parental Control, select Lock Parental  
Controls.  
I don’t remember my password and I want to unlock the TV  
If you forget your password, press MENU, then select Parental Control (the password entry screen appears). Simultaneously press and  
hold CH+ and VOL+ on the TV’s front panel for 8 seconds. The Parental control menu appears on the screen, and you can re-enter a  
password via Lock Parental Controls.  
The V-Chip won’t let me watch a program even though it’s not rated as violent.  
Maybe the movie was given an NR (Not Rated) status. After you block movie ratings, you must set NR to View separately in order to  
view movies with an NR rating.  
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FCC Information  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of  
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential  
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in  
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee  
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct  
the interference by one or more of the following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
Care and Cleaning  
CAUTION: Turn OFF your TV before cleaning.  
You can clean the TV as required, using a soft lint-free cloth. Be sure to occasionally dust the ventilation slots in the cabinet  
to help assure adequate ventilation.  
The TV’s screen may be cleaned with a soft, lint-free cloth as well. Take care not to scratch or mar the screen. If  
necessary, you may use a cloth dampened with warm water. Never use strong cleaning agents, such as ammonia-  
based cleaners, or abrasive powder. These types of cleaners will damage the TV.  
While cleaning do not spray liquid directly on the screen, or allow liquid to run down the screen and inside the TV. Also,  
never place drinks or vases with water on top of the TV. This could increase the risk of fire or shock hazard or damage to  
the TV.  
Caution: Using video games or any external accessory with fixed images for extended periods of time can cause them to  
be permanently imprinted on the picture tube (or projection TV picture tubes). ALSO, some network/program logos, phone  
numbers, etc. may cause similar damage. This damage is not covered by your warranty.  
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RCA HDTV Monitor Limited Warranty  
What your warranty covers:  
Defects in materials or workmanship.  
For how long after your purchase:  
One year from date of purchase for labor.  
One year from date of purchase for parts.  
Two years from date of purchase for the picture tube.  
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.  
What we will do:  
Pay an Authorized Service Center the labor charges to repair your unit.  
Pay an Authorized Service Center for the new, or at our option, refurbished replacement parts  
and picture tube required to repair your unit.  
How you get service:  
Call 1-877-RCA-HDTV and have your unit’s date of purchase and model number ready.  
A representative will troubleshoot your problem over the phone.  
If the representative determines that you should receive service, they will provide you with  
the name(s) of the Authorized Service Center in your area.  
Contact the Service Center and arrange for home or pick up, repair, and return service,  
provided that your unit is located within the geographic territory covered by an Authorized  
Service Center. If not, you must take your unit to the Service Center location at your own  
expense, or pay for the cost the Service Center may charge to transport your unit to and from  
your home.  
Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the  
product is within the warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service. For rental  
firms, proof of first rental is also required.  
What your warranty does not cover:  
Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual describes how to install, adjust, and operate  
your unit. Any additional information should be obtained from your dealer.)  
Installation and related adjustments.  
Signal reception problems not caused by your unit.  
Damage from misuse or neglect.  
Batteries.  
Images burnt onto the screen.  
A unit that has been modified or incorporated into other products.  
A unit purchased or serviced outside the U.S.A.  
Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.  
Product Registration:  
Please complete the online Product Registration on RCA.com or complete and mail the  
Product Registration Card packed with your unit. It will make it easier to contact you should  
it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.  
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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. NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN BY THOMSON  
INC., ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY  
INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.  
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE  
REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. THOMSON INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL  
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT  
OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON  
THIS PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE  
GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT  
PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY  
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE  
APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.  
How State Law relates to warranty:  
Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages,  
or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions  
may not apply to you.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary  
from state to state.  
If you purchased your unit outside the United States:  
This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.  
Service calls which do not involve defective materials or workmanship are not covered by  
this warranty. Costs of such service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.  
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Accessory Information  
There are various accessories available to complement your HDTV Monitor. Prices are subject to change without notice. All  
accessories are subject to availability.  
A shipping and handling fee will be charged upon ordering, and we are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax  
for each individual state, county and locality to which the merchandise is being sent.  
HOW TO ORDER  
To place an order by phone, have your Visa, MasterCard or Discover Card ready and call the toll-free number listed below.  
Use this number only to place an order for accessory items.  
1-800-338-0376  
You can buy some accessories on-line at:  
Screw-on Cable attaches to the round  
antenna connectors (called 75-ohm  
F-type) on the back of your VCR or TV.  
The ends screw onto the connectors  
for a secure connection.  
S-Video Cable has multi-  
pin connectors on each  
end for connecting S-Video  
components to your TV.  
VH976 (6-ft.),  
price: $7.95  
VH913 (12-ft.),  
price: $14.95  
VH81 (3-ft), price: $3.95  
VH82 (6-ft), price: $4.95  
2-way Signal Splitter helps  
you connect to a second TV  
or VCR.  
Push-on antenna cable attaches to  
the round antenna connectors (called  
75-ohm F-type). The ends push on for  
a quick connection  
VH47, price: $3.95  
Amplified VHF/UHF/FM  
Antenna allows you to easily  
switch from the antenna signal  
to cable or satellite easily  
VH89 (6-ft.), price: $5.95  
without disconnecting antenna.  
Surge Protector provides eight  
outlets, coaxial and telephone line  
protection. Audible alarm for surge  
failure. $100,000 Surge Equipment  
Guarantee.  
r e s e t  
o f f  
ANT200, price: $49.95  
SCTV4000C,  
price: $49.95  
Remote Control This is  
the remote control that  
came packed with your TV.  
Replacements or spares can be  
ordered as needed.  
Component Video Cables Triple  
cable used to connect a video source  
with Y, PR, PBjacks to the TV.  
261669, price: $28.25  
Standard Audio/Video cable  
with RCA-type phono plugs.  
Gold-Tipped cable  
VH83 (6-ft., mono), price: $5.95  
VH84 (6-ft., stereo), price: $9.95  
DT6DC (6-ft), price: $24.95  
DT12DC (12-ft), price: $34.95  
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Second audio program (SAP)  
24, 33  
Setup menu 16, 37, 38  
Sharpness 35  
Signal type 37  
SKIP button 19, 24  
Sleep timer 19, 36  
Sound  
A
D
M
A/V receiver 12  
Accessories 44  
Direct entry 20, 21  
DVD  
Button 18, 25  
Connection 6, 7, 10, 11  
DVI input 13, 25  
Dynamic bass 34  
Maximum TV volume 37  
Menu  
Age-based ratings 28  
Amplifier 33  
ANTENNA/CABLE 14, 35  
Arrow buttons 18, 32  
Audio/Video cables 44  
Audio jacks  
Button 16, 19  
Channel guide 36  
Language 16, 37  
Parental control 36  
Picture 34, 35  
PIP 37  
Setup 16, 37, 38  
Sound 33, 34  
Time 36  
Menu 33, 34  
Mode 33  
E
Front 14  
Settings 19, 33  
Type 33  
Sound logic 34  
Stereo 24, 33, 40  
Subwoofer 14, 33  
SWAP button 19, 32  
Exempt programs 31  
External speakers 12, 14  
Outputs (fixed/variable) 14  
Autoformat 34, 40  
Automatic code search 20  
Autotuning 24, 25, 38  
Auto channel search 16, 37  
Auto channel update 37  
Auto convergence 17, 38  
Auto on 38  
Mute 19, 24  
F
FCC information 41  
Film mode 35  
Freeze 18, 40  
FRNT input 25  
Front panel  
Block 31  
Buttons 15  
Jacks 14  
O
ON•OFF button 19  
Optimized still picture 35  
T
Time 24, 36  
Tint 35  
Transport buttons 19  
Troubleshooting 39, 40  
TV button 16, 19  
TV problems 39  
Auto skin tone 35  
AUX/HD button 18, 25  
P
Parental control  
Menu 36  
Problems 40  
Parental controls 2, 24, 26  
Lock/unlock 31  
Password 40  
Picture menu 34  
Picture presets 19, 35  
PIP (Picture-in-picture) 2, 32  
Button 19, 32  
Channel 37  
Menu 37  
POP (Picture-outside-picture) 2,  
19, 32, 37  
Preferences 37, 38  
B
Balance 33  
Black level 35  
G
Graphic equalizer 34  
GUIDE button 18, 36  
U
C
Cables  
Audio/Video 5, 44  
Coaxial 5, 44  
Component video 5, 44  
DVI 5  
Unrated programs 31  
US V-Chip ratings 26, 27, 31  
H
HDTV Tuner 6, 7  
Headphones  
Jack 14  
Settings 34  
Hi-Pix Picture Enhancement  
System 2  
V
V-Chip 2, 26, 27  
Canadian ratings 30  
Movie rating limit 31  
Problems 40  
US ratings 31  
VCR  
S-Video 5, 44  
Canadian V-Chip ratings 26, 30  
English system 29  
French system 30  
Care and cleaning 41  
Channel banner 24  
Channel Guide menu 36  
Channel number 24  
Channel setup 37  
CLEAR button 18  
Closed captions 24, 38  
CMP1/CMP2 inputs 13, 25  
Coaxial cable 5, 44  
Codes for the remote 23  
Color 35  
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Button 19, 25  
Initial setup 15, 16  
Inputs  
ANTENNA/CABLE 14, 35  
Button 19, 22  
CMP1 and CMP2 13, 25  
DVI 13, 25  
FRNT 14, 25  
Rating limits  
Problems 40  
Connection 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11  
Video input jacks  
Front 14  
VID1/VID2 13, 25  
Video noise reduction 35  
Volume punchthrough 22  
Remote control  
Backlight 19  
Batteries 15, 40  
Buttons 18, 19  
Codes 23  
VID1 and VID2 13, 25  
Problems 40  
W
Programming 20  
Replacement 44  
Use 15, 21  
Wake up timer 36  
Warranty 42  
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Color warmth 35  
Commercial skip 19, 24  
Component buttons 19, 21,  
24, 38  
Jacks 13, 14  
ANTENNA/CABLE 14, 25, 35  
Audio 13, 14  
Component video 13, 25  
DVI 2, 13, 25  
Front 14, 25  
Reverse 3:2 pulldown 2, 35  
Z
S
ZOOM button 19, 32  
Connections 5  
S-Video  
Back input jacks 13, 25  
Cable 44  
Front input jack 14  
Safety information 4  
SAT/CAB button 19, 25  
Satellite receiver 8, 9  
Scan velocity modulation 34  
Screen format 24, 34, 40  
DVD 6, 7, 10, 11  
HDTV Tuner 6, 7  
Satellite receiver 8, 9  
Things to consider before 4  
VCR 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11  
Content themes 28, 29  
Contrast 35  
S-Video 13, 14, 25  
Video 13, 14, 25  
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Language 16, 37  
Lists and labels 17, 37  
Contrast expand 34  
Convergence 38  
Curtain effect 38  
Chapter 5  
45  
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