RCA Flat Panel Television HD61LPW62 User Guide
HDTV User’s Guide  
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Find Inside:  
• The DLP Experience... page 1  
• Connections................. page 9  
• Remote.......................... page 28  
• Features ........................ page 36  
• Menus............................ page 48  
• FAQs............................... page 64  
• Troubleshooting......... page 65  
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Introduction  
Thank you for choosing RCA  
Congratulations on purchasing this RCA High Definition Television (HDTV) featuring Texas  
Instruments Digital Light Processing™ technology–a true viewing experience. Your purchase  
decision represents an investment in a new generation of technology–DLP™ and HDTV. Even  
though this is a technologically advanced HDTV, it is the most user-friendly of its kind–with  
comprehensive on-screen instructions that guide you through all of the TV’s features.  
This introduction has three parts that describe why an RCA HDTV featuring DLP™ technology is  
an excellent choice:  
Part 1: DLP™ technology–brilliance in color and design  
Part 2: Why RCA DLP™ HDTV is better  
Part 3: Other Key Features of owning an RCA HDTV  
Part 1: DLP™ technology–brilliance in color and design  
RCA brings you pictures with DLP™ system–a brilliantly choreographed, engineering marvel  
that combines microscopic mirrors, light, and color to bring you the best and brightest pictures  
possible.  
How DLP™ Technology Works  
Common Field Lens  
DMD  
Projection Optics  
In general, DLP™ technology combines microscopic mirrors, a  
specially designed semiconductor, and a color wheel to adjust  
light to display the most brilliant, accurate images! Your DLP™  
HDTV doesn’t use Cathode Ray Tubes (CRTs), which means  
you don’t have to worry about screen burn (fixed video images  
burning onto the screen permanently) or convergence (realigning  
the CRTs). The diagram on the left illustrates the complex system.  
Screen  
Color Wheel  
Illumination Relay Optics  
Integrating Light Pipe  
Thin and Light  
The efficiency of DLP™ technology enabled our design team to  
create a high-performance HDTV that is about 16 inches thin and  
weighs less than 100 pounds.  
Lamp  
Service Model Number Numéro de Modéle-Service  
Lamp Replacement  
HDLP50XXXXXX  
000000000 X  
DLP™ technology uses a special lamp. Eventually, you’ll need to  
replace this lamp, which you can do yourself by following the  
instructions that come packed with the new lamp. To order the  
correct lamp, you’ll need to know your TV’s model number, serial  
number, and lamp type–this information is listed on the Service  
Model Number sticker (example of the sticker is shown on the  
left). Face the back of the TV. The sticker is located on the right  
side of the TV. The lamp type can also be found in the TV’s Lamp  
Power menu. Go to page 62 for more information. For future  
reference, write down the information in the space provided at  
the left.  
SERIAL SERIE  
LAMP  
EXAMPLE: Service Model Number sticker  
with lamp type listed.  
Model No.____________________________________  
Lamp Type___________________________________  
Date_________________________________________  
Digital Light Processing, DLP, the DLP logo, and the DLP medallion are trademarks of Texas Instruments. All other products and names  
may or may not be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.  
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Introduction  
Part 2: Why RCA HDTV is better  
DLP™ technology is just part of the story. You have chosen to embark on the next generation of TV viewing–HDTV. There  
are many technological advancements that make HDTV better than analog TV, but there are basically three things about  
HDTV that bring you a superior viewing experience: (1) resolution, (2) aspect ratio, and (3) digital signal and sound.  
Resolution (it’s math...that works for you)  
The crisp, lifelike picture that people rave about when experiencing true HDTV is due to the resolution this technology  
provides. The resolution is measured by calculating the number of active lines of pixels. A pixel (which stands for picture  
element) is a small dot. The picture you see on your TV is composed of these dots.  
A regular, analog television only has a resolution of about 200,000 pixels (480 vertical pixels x 440 horizontal pixels =  
211,200 pixels). The HDTV format is capable of more than 2 million pixels (1,920 x 1,080 = 2,073,600).  
More pixels equal more detail. In summary, HDTV is capable of resolution that is up to almost 10 times the resolution of the  
picture on a regular, analog TV!  
Feature  
Analog (NTSC)  
525  
HD Digital (ATSC)  
1125  
Total Scan Lines  
Effective Scan Lines  
Aspect Ratio  
Max Resolution  
Sound  
480  
1080  
4:3 (Standard)  
720 x 480  
2-ch Stereo  
16:9 (Widescreen)  
1920 x 1080  
5.1 ch Surround  
Aspect Ratio  
Aspect ratio is simply the width and height of the picture. Regular TVs use  
a 4:3 aspect ratio, which means the picture is a little wider than it is tall (a  
screen that is 20 inches wide is about 15 inches tall).  
When the standards were being developed for television broadcasting in  
1941 by the NTSC (the National Television Standards Committee), it made  
sense to adopt the 4:3 aspect ratio the film industry was using at that time.  
As TVs dropped in price and people prospered in the 1950s, the movie  
industry had to find a way to get people out of their living rooms and  
back to the movie theatres. That’s when they created the 16:9 aspect ratio  
(also called widescreen format). When the standards for HDTV were being  
developed by the ATSC (Advanced Television Standards Committee), the 16:9  
aspect ratio was chosen as the format for HDTV.  
16:9 Aspect Ratio  
This widescreen format makes sense because it’s much closer to the way  
we see. Our field of vision is actually much wider than tall because of our  
peripheral vision. Not only is it closer to the way we see, but the pictures are  
crisper and cleaner with more detail in the close-up and panoramic views.  
4:3 Aspect Ratio  
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Digital Signal and Sound  
The analog television broadcast system that has been used in the United States for the past 50 years transmits signals as  
electronic waves. These waves can suffer degradation as the signal travels to your home. Additionally, the analog waves are  
susceptible to interference from planes passing overhead, weather, and household appliances.  
Digital signals, in contrast to analog signals, can be reproduced precisely because the images are transmitted and received  
using the computer language of 1s and 0s. Such precision yields a signal that is capable of displaying studio-quality picture  
and Dolby Digital 5.1 channel sound.  
Part 3: Other Key Features of owning an RCA HDTV  
There are other HDTV’s on the market–even some that use DLP™ technology. But your RCA HDTV has been designed with  
features that will enhance your TV viewing experience, and features that provide flexibility to build on the digital revolution  
that is taking place. A summary of your TV’s most unique features follows. Go to Chapter 3 for more details on these and  
additional features.  
Integrated HDTV Tuner with Digital Cable Ready QAM  
RCA was the first to offer an integrated tuner with its HDTVs, which means there is no need for another box to receive  
digital programming. Now, we’ve gone one better–your HDTV’s tuner is digital cable ready, which means there is no need  
for a cable box to view unscrambled digital cable programming. The CableCARD™ slot on your HDTV allows you to use a  
digital cable card to access digital cable. The tuner is able to decode all 35 formats of digital television broadcasts, and it can  
interpret unscrambled digital cable signals because it includes QAM (Quadrature Amplitude Modulation).  
Note: A digital cable card may be necessary to view scrambled (encrypted) channels. Contact your cable provider for  
more information. Go to page 10 for more information.  
TruScan Digital Reality  
The intelligent signal processing of TruScan Digital Reality recognizes incoming video signals and progressively converts  
them to achieve optimum digital picture performance. It also recognizes when original film sources have been modified  
and can automatically convert the analog frame rate back to its original format to bring out the detail–a process commonly  
referred to as reverse 3:2 pulldown.  
User-friendly Features Help You Personalize Your TV  
Main Menu4Picture Quality  
Go Back  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Vibrant Day  
Natural  
Contrast  
Color  
Tint  
Black Level  
Sharpness  
65%  
70%  
55%  
60%  
55%  
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You can customize your TV to fit your viewing taste and match the lighting  
where you watch TV by using Personal Presets and/or the automatic picture  
quality settings: Vibrant (Day), Natural, Cinematic (Night), Videogame, and  
Professional. You can adjust each input jack to a different setting and the TV  
will automatically adjust the picture when you change inputs.  
Picture Settings  
Picture Presets  
Auto Color  
Cinematic (Night)  
Videogame  
Professional  
Personal  
Auto Color  
On  
Cool  
Color Warmth  
Noise Reduction  
Green Stretch  
Edge Enhancement  
Contrast Expand  
Color Warmth  
Frame Comb  
High  
Noise Reduction  
Green Stretch  
Low  
High  
Edge Enhancement  
Contrast Expand  
Advanced Settings  
A change in this screen is applied to Input 3.  
Press 5 or 6 to point to an option, then press OK to select it.  
Press 3 to return to the menu.  
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Help Text: The elaborate, on-screen help text describes your TV’s features  
and explains how to use them.  
Help text  
CableCARD™ is a trademark of Cable Television Laboratories, Inc.  
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Introduction  
Audio/Video Output Jacks  
Because the VCRs in most households are analog and can’t receive or record digital TV signals,  
recording digital TV broadcasts wasn’t possible without purchasing additional equipment. That’s  
why RCA added AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT jacks to this HDTV. These jacks enable you to record  
both analog and digital programs. RCA understands how you watch TV and what’s necessary to  
make the transition to HDTV seamless.  
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Table of Contents  
Introduction............................................................................................... 1  
Chapter 1: Connections & Setup  
Things to Consider Before You Connect .........................................................................................8  
Protect Against Power Surges...................................................................................................8  
Protect Components from Overheating...................................................................................8  
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference............................................................8  
Use Indirect Light.......................................................................................................................8  
FCC Statement ...........................................................................................................................8  
Choose Your Signal...........................................................................................................................9  
Using the Cable Input................................................................................................................9  
Using the Antenna Input...........................................................................................................9  
Using the CableCARD Slot.........................................................................................................9  
Setting Up Digital Cable Television Service............................................................................10  
Choose Your Connection................................................................................................................11  
Y Pb Pr Connection ..................................................................................................................12  
Audio/Video Input and Output Connection...........................................................................14  
HDMI/DVI Connection..............................................................................................................16  
Advanced Audio Connection Information .............................................................................18  
Plug in the TV..................................................................................................................................19  
Put Batteries in the Remote ...........................................................................................................19  
Turn on the TV.................................................................................................................................19  
Use the Remote Control to Complete the Assisted Setup...........................................................19  
Complete the Assisted Setup.........................................................................................................19  
Set the Menu Language .........................................................................................................20  
Complete Channel Search .......................................................................................................20  
What To Expect ...............................................................................................................................20  
Watching TV.............................................................................................................................20  
Changing Channels..................................................................................................................21  
Next Steps .......................................................................................................................................21  
Explanation of Jacks .......................................................................................................................22  
The Front of Your TV.......................................................................................................................25  
Front Input Jacks......................................................................................................................25  
Front Panel ...............................................................................................................................25  
Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control  
The Buttons on the Remote Control..............................................................................................28  
Programming the Remote to Operate Other Devices..................................................................30  
Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote ......................................................................30  
Programming the Remote.......................................................................................................30  
How to Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed It.................................................................31  
Modes of Operation ................................................................................................................32  
Volume Punchthrough Feature......................................................................................................32  
Deleting ALL Volume Punchthrough Commands ..................................................................33  
Using the INPUT Button..................................................................................................................33  
Remote Code List ............................................................................................................................33  
Chapter 3: Using the TV’s Features  
About the Channel Banner.............................................................................................................36  
Digital or Analog TV Channels.......................................................................................................37  
Direct Tuning to a Channel .....................................................................................................37  
Parental Controls ............................................................................................................................38  
Lock/Unlock TV.........................................................................................................................38  
Channel Lists (Video Input List, Cable Channel List, Antenna Ch. List)................................38  
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How V-Chip Works for the USA and Canada................................................................................39  
USA V-Chip TV Ratings ............................................................................................................39  
Canada V-Chip..........................................................................................................................43  
Auto Tuning Feature ......................................................................................................................45  
Emergency Alert System (EAS) ......................................................................................................46  
Chapter 4: Using the TV’s Menu System  
Menus, On-screen Help, and Control Panels.................................................................................48  
Navigating the Menu System..................................................................................................48  
On-Screen Help ........................................................................................................................48  
Controls ....................................................................................................................................48  
Picture Quality Menu......................................................................................................................50  
Picture Settings ........................................................................................................................50  
Picture Presets ..........................................................................................................................50  
Auto Color................................................................................................................................51  
Color Warmth ..........................................................................................................................51  
Noise Reduction .......................................................................................................................51  
Green Stretch ...........................................................................................................................51  
Edge Enhancement..................................................................................................................51  
Contrast Expand.......................................................................................................................52  
Advanced Settings ...................................................................................................................52  
Audio Menu.....................................................................................................................................53  
Equalizer Presets ......................................................................................................................53  
Audio Processor........................................................................................................................53  
Sound Logic..............................................................................................................................54  
Audio Mode .............................................................................................................................54  
SAP (Second Audio Program)..................................................................................................54  
Balance .....................................................................................................................................54  
Audio Connections...................................................................................................................55  
Connections Menu..........................................................................................................................56  
Signal Strength.........................................................................................................................56  
Channel Search.........................................................................................................................56  
Signal Source............................................................................................................................57  
Auto Tuning .............................................................................................................................57  
Special Features........................................................................................................................58  
Preferences Menu ...........................................................................................................................58  
Closed Captioning....................................................................................................................59  
Screen Format .........................................................................................................................61  
Time Menu ...............................................................................................................................61  
Color Scheme............................................................................................................................62  
Translucency .............................................................................................................................62  
Menu Language.......................................................................................................................62  
Lamp Power..............................................................................................................................62  
Chapter 5: Other Information  
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)..............................................................................................64  
Troubleshooting..............................................................................................................................65  
Lamp Replacement Information ....................................................................................................69  
HDTV Specifications........................................................................................................................70  
Accessory Information....................................................................................................................72  
Limited Warranty............................................................................................................................73  
Care and Cleaning...........................................................................................................................74  
FCC Information ..............................................................................................................................74  
Index ................................................................................................................................................76  
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Chapter 1  
Connections &  
Connections & SetupSetup  
Chapter Overview:  
• Things to Consider Before You Connect  
• Choose Your Signal  
• Choose Your Connection  
• Plug in the TV  
• Put Batteries in the Remote  
• Turn on the TV  
• Use the Remote Control to Complete  
the Assisted Setup  
• Complete the Assisted Setup  
• What To Expect  
• Next Steps  
• Explanation of Jacks  
• The Front of Your TV  
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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 or  
power strip. NEVER plug your TV into an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch.  
•
•
Turn off the TV and/or device(s) before you connect or disconnect any cables.  
Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safety  
Instructions sheet packed with your TV.  
Protect Components from Overheating  
•
Don’t block ventilation holes on any of the components. Arrange the components so that air  
can circulate freely.  
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•
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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.  
Use Indirect Light  
Don’t place the TV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen. Use soft  
or indirect lighting.  
FCC Statement  
This digital television is capable of receiving analog basic, digital basic and digital premium cable  
television programming by direct connection to a cable system providing such programming. A  
security card provided by your cable operator is required to view encrypted digital programming.  
Certain advanced and interactive digital cable services such as video-on-demand, a cable  
operator’s enhanced program guide and data-enhanced television services may require the use of  
a set-top box. For more information, call your local cable operator.  
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Choose Your Signal  
The first part of connecting your TV is to get a signal. The back panel of your TV allows you to  
connect cable by using the CABLE INPUT; off-air antenna by using the ANTENNA INPUT; and a  
digital cable card by using the CableCARD slot. See below for these locations.  
CABLE INPUT  
CableCARD Slot  
ANTENNA INPUT  
AUDIO/VIDE  
CABLE INPUT  
VIDEO  
DIGITAL  
AUDIO  
OUTPUT  
(OPTICAL)  
Using the Cable Input  
Connect a coaxial cable from the wall outlet to the CABLE INPUT on the back of the TV to  
receive cable channels.  
What You Need  
Coaxial cable  
Coaxial cable  
What You Need To Know  
•
•
•
If you have cable connected and you want to record programs, go to the connection on page 14  
for more information.  
When you get to the Channel Search screen in the Assisted Setup, place a check mark in the box  
next to Cable Input. To complete a channel search now, go to page 20.  
When you are ready to watch channels, make sure you are tuned to the Cable Input. Press the  
ANT•CAB button to tune to the Cable Input.  
Using the Antenna Input  
Connect a coaxial cable from an off-air antenna to the ANTENNA INPUT to receive off-air  
channels and local digital channels.  
What You Need  
Indoor or outdoor antenna  
Outdoor antenna  
What you Need to Know  
•
Visit www.antennaweb.org to get help deciding what type of antenna to use to receive the local  
digital channels available to you. By entering where you live, this mapping program tells you what  
local analog and digital stations are available using a certain antenna. Once you determine what  
type of antenna you need, go to rca.com or go to the accessories on page 72.  
Indoor antenna  
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•
When you get to the Channel Search screen in the Assisted Setup, place a check mark in the box  
next to Antenna Input. To complete a channel search now, go to page 20.  
When you are ready to watch channels, make sure you are tuned to the Antenna Input. Press the  
ANT•CAB button to tune to the Antenna Input.  
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Using the CableCARD Slot  
The CableCARD slot allows you to use a digital cable card to receive digital cable services,  
including premium and HDTV cable channels, without the need for a set-top box. Please contact  
your local cable company to obtain a digital cable card. Depending on your cable company,  
someone might come to your home to install the digital cable card for you, or they’ll simply send  
you the digital cable card.  
Important Note: CableCARD service details, availability, restrictions, and pricing  
are determined by your cable company.  
When you receive the digital cable card, make sure you connect your coaxial cable to the  
CABLE INPUT jack. Then, turn on your TV. Insert the digital cable card into the slot on the back  
of the TV labeled CableCARD. Push firmly on the card until almost the entire card is inserted.  
Wait to receive information on-screen regarding your digital cable television services. See below  
for information on setting up digital cable television services for your TV.  
What You Need  
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Coaxial cable  
Digital cable service subscription  
Digital cable card  
Coaxial cable  
Digital Cable  
Card  
What You Need to Know  
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The coaxial cable from your cable outlet needs to be connected to the CABLE INPUT jack so the  
digital cable card can get a signal and receive channel information.  
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Once the digital cable card is authorized for a particular TV, the card can’t be used with any other  
TV, unless it is re-authorized to it.  
You won’t receive digital cable channels if you connect your cable to the ANTENNA INPUT. Make  
sure you connect your cable to the CABLE INPUT.  
Once inserted, it is not recommended you remove the digital cable card. In the case it needs to  
be removed, grasp firmly, and pull the card straight out.  
Setting Up Digital Cable Television Service  
Once you have inserted a digital cable card into the CableCARD slot on the back of the TV (explained  
above), you are ready to receive digital cable channels. Wait approximately 30 seconds for the status  
screen to appear. Write down the information you see and call your cable company to provide them  
with the information on-screen.  
If you experience problems with your digital cable after your digital cable card is set up, try resetting  
your card. Go to page 58 for more information. If problems persist, contact your cable company.  
Notes: If your information screen disappears before you have a chance to write down the  
information, press MENU on the remote to access the menu system. Then press 9, 9, 9, and  
the information screen appears. Go to page 58 for more information on the CableCARD Tools  
menu.  
You can’t order video-on-demand through your digital cable card. Call your local cable  
company to place an order.  
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Choose Your Connection  
There are several ways to connect your HDTV, depending on the components you want to connect and the quality of the  
signal you want to achieve. The HDMI/DVI and component jacks are considered excellent; S-Video is very good; composite  
jacks are good, while connecting components to the Antenna or Cable input is fair.  
Please use the following chart to determine which connection is best for you. Cables may be ordered separately by calling  
the number on page 72. Proceed to the appropriate page and connect your TV.  
Note for U.S. 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. For additional assistance while using your RCA product, please  
visit www.rca.com.  
Jacks Used  
Cables Needed  
Go to...  
Y Pb Pr  
Component video  
page 12-13  
L
Y/VIDEO  
Audio R and L  
Audio  
PB  
R
PR  
S-VIDEO  
COMPOSITE INPUT  
INPUT 1  
page 14-15  
AUDIO/VIDEO  
OUTPUT  
2 sets of  
Composite  
Audio/Video  
Output  
Video  
Audio R and L  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
L
L
R
R
page 16-17  
HDMI™  
HDMI/DVI  
HDMI/DVI INPUT  
Use menu for DVI audio.  
OR  
HDMI  
HDMI/DVI™  
adapter  
Audio  
Connecting an optional audio receiver:  
After you connect your TV (choose an option above), go to page 18 for general information  
about connecting an audio/video receiver.  
HDMI and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.  
DVI is a trademark of the Digital Display Working Group (DDWG)  
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Y Pb Pr Connection  
COMPOSITE INPUT  
COMPONENT (1080i/720p/480p/480i)/COMPOSITE INPUTS  
INPUT  
AUDIO/VIDEO  
OUTPUT  
FIXED/VARIABLE  
AUDIO OUTPUT  
INPUT  
1
3
CABLE INPUT  
VIDEO  
L
VIDEO  
SUBWOOFER  
L
R
L
L
DIGITAL  
AUDIO  
OUTPUT  
(OPTICAL)  
R
S-VIDEO  
R
R
INPUT 2  
Y/VIDEO  
L
PB  
R
PR  
S-VIDEO  
INPUT  
OUTPUT  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
L
AUDIO  
R
L
R
Pr  
Y
Pb  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
L
R
TV button  
Viewing the Picture from the Connected Device  
The device in this connection is connected to the TV’s INPUT 2 jacks. To view this device:  
ON•OFF  
VCR  
TV  
DVD AUDIO AUX•HD SAT•CABLE  
1. Turn on the TV and the device you want to view, for example a DVD player.  
2. Press the TV button on the remote control to put the remote in TV mode..  
MUTE  
FORMAT  
H
H
3. Press the INPUT button on the remote control to scroll through the Video Input Channels until  
BACKLIGHT  
SKIP  
GO BACK  
INFO  
you see INPUT 2 displayed in the channel banner. See picture below for location.  
GUIDE  
OK  
INPUT  
button  
Note: You can set up the TV to automatically tune to the correct device you want to view. This  
is called Auto Tuning. See Chapter 3 for more information on Auto Tuning  
MENU  
CLEAR  
1
4
7
2
3
6
9
5
8
0
Input channel appears here  
INPUT  
ANT•CAB  
REVERSE  
PLAY FORWARD  
RECORD STOP  
PAUSE  
Program Title/Acquiring Channel  
12:30 AM  
00:30 12:39 PM  
CC PRESETS SOUND FREEZE  
Input 2  
Listening to English in SRS  
Cable Input  
16:9 Normal 1080i HD  
MPAA - Not Rated  
Use these buttons  
to view the picture  
of the device you’ve  
connected to the TV.  
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Green  
Blue  
Red  
Connecting the Device  
This connection allows you to connect a device that has Y Pb Pr jacks, for  
example, a DVD player. If the device you are connecting also has S-Video or  
composite video, we recommend you use the component video input for better  
quality.  
Using the example of a DVD player:  
1. Connect your cable and/or off-air antenna as described on page 9.  
2. Connect your Y Pb Pr component video cables.  
Component Video  
cables (Y Pb Pr) are  
color coded- Green,  
Blue and Red  
Connect three video grade cables to the INPUT 2 Y/VIDEO PB PR jacks on  
the back of the TV and to the Y PB PR outputs on the DVD player.  
Red  
3. Connect your audio cables.  
White  
Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the INPUT 2 R and L Audio  
jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the DVD  
player.  
Audio cables are color  
coded- Red= right audio;  
white= left audio  
• If you are done connecting  
devices to your TV, go to  
page 19 to complete the  
Assisted Setup.  
• To continue connecting  
devices, go to the next page.  
• If you don’t have the cables  
needed for this connection,  
go to page 72 for accessory  
information.  
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Audio/Video Input and Output Connection  
COMPOSITE INPUT  
COMPONENT (1080i/720p/480p/480i)/COMPOSITE INPUTS  
INPUT  
INPUT  
FIXED/VARIABLE  
AUDIO OUTPUT  
2
3
CABLE INPUT  
Y/VIDEO  
L
Y/VIDEO  
L
SUBWOOFER  
PB  
R
PB  
R
L
DIGITAL  
AUDIO  
OUTPUT  
(OPTICAL)  
S-VIDEO  
PR  
S-VIDEO  
R
AUDIO/VIDEO  
OUTPUT  
INPUT 1  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
L
L
R
R
INPUT  
OUTPUT  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
L
R
AUDIO  
L
R
Pr  
Y
Pb  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
L
R
TV button  
Viewing the Picture from the Connected Device  
The device in this connection is connected to the INPUT 1 jacks. To view this device:  
ON•OFF  
VCR  
TV  
DVD AUDIO AUX•HD SAT•CABLE  
1. Turn on the TV and the device you want to view.  
MUTE  
FORMAT  
2. Press the TV button on the remote control to put the remote in TV mode..  
H
H
3. Press the INPUT button on the remote control to scroll through the Video Input Channels until  
you see INPUT 1 in the channel banner. See picture below for location.  
BACKLIGHT  
SKIP  
GO BACK  
INFO  
GUIDE  
OK  
Note: You can set up the TV to automatically tune to the correct device you want to view. This  
is called Auto Tuning. See Chapter 3 for more information on Auto Tuning  
INPUT  
button  
MENU  
CLEAR  
1
4
7
2
3
6
9
5
8
0
Input channel appears here  
INPUT  
ANT•CAB  
REVERSE  
PLAY FORWARD  
Program Title/Acquiring Channel  
12:30 AM  
00:30 12:39 PM  
RECORD STOP  
PAUSE  
CC PRESETS SOUND FREEZE  
Input 1  
Listening to English in SRS  
Cable Input  
16:9 Normal 1080i HD  
MPAA - Not Rated  
Use these buttons  
to view the picture  
of the device you’ve  
connected to the TV.  
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Red  
Yellow  
.
Connecting the Device  
This connection allows you to connect a device such as a VCR that has audio/  
video inputs and outputs. Connecting to the TV’s output allows you to record  
both analog and digital programs (except copy protected or component video  
formats).  
White  
Using the example of a VCR:  
1. Connect your cable and/or off-air antenna as described on page 9.  
2. Connect your composite audio/video cables to the TV’s input.  
Connect composite audio/video cables to the TV’s INPUT 1 jacks (R and  
L-Audio, and Video) and to the VCR’s audio/video outputs.  
Use one set of composite audio/video  
cables to connect to the TV’s input;  
another set to connect to the TV’s output.  
3. Connect your composite audio/video cables to the TV’s output.  
Connect composite audio/video cables to the TV’s AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT  
jacks (R and L-Audio, and Video) and to the VCR’s audio/video input.  
Composite cables are color coded-  
Yellow= video; Red= right audio; white=  
left audio  
• If you are done connecting  
devices to your TV, go to  
page 19 to complete the  
Assisted Setup.  
• To continue connecting  
devices, go to the next page.  
• If you don’t have the cables  
needed for this connection,  
go to page 72 for accessory  
information.  
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HDMI/DVI Connection  
COMPOSITE INPUT  
COMPONENT (1080i/720p/480p/480i)/COMPOSITE INPUTS  
INPUT  
AUDIO/VIDEO  
OUTPUT  
FIXED/VARIABLE  
AUDIO OUTPUT  
INPUT  
1
2
CABLE INPUT  
VIDEO  
Y/VIDEO  
L
VIDEO  
SUBWOOFER  
L
PB  
R
L
L
DIGITAL  
AUDIO  
OUTPUT  
(OPTICAL)  
R
PR  
S-VIDEO  
R
R
INPUT 3  
Y/VIDEO  
L
PB  
R
PR  
S-VIDEO  
C
A
B
Device with DVI  
Device with HDMI  
R
L
Y
Pb  
Pr  
R
L
HDMI Out  
Audio Out  
OR  
DVI Out  
Video Out  
Audio Out  
TV button  
Viewing the Picture from the Connected Device  
.
The device in this connection is connected to the HDMI/DVI jack. To view this device:  
ON•OFF  
VCR  
TV  
DVD AUDIO AUX•HD SAT•CABLE  
1. Turn on the TV and the device you want to view.  
MUTE  
FORMAT  
H
H
2. Press the TV button on the remote control to put the remote in TV mode..  
3. Press the INPUT button on the remote control to scroll through the Video Input Channels until  
BACKLIGHT  
SKIP  
GO BACK  
INFO  
GUIDE  
OK  
you see HDMI/DVI displayed in the channel banner. See picture below for location.  
INPUT  
button  
Note: You can set up the TV to automatically tune to the correct device you want to view. This  
is called Auto Tuning. See Chapter 3 for more information on Auto Tuning.  
MENU  
CLEAR  
1
4
7
2
3
6
9
5
8
0
INPUT  
ANT•CAB  
Input channel appears here  
REVERSE  
PLAY FORWARD  
RECORD STOP  
PAUSE  
Program Title/Acquiring Channel  
12:30 AM  
00:30 12:39 PM  
CC PRESETS SOUND FREEZE  
HDMI/DVI  
Listening to English in SRS  
Cable Input  
16:9 Normal 1080i HD  
MPAA - Not Rated  
Use these buttons  
to view the picture  
of the device you’ve  
connected to the TV.  
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Connecting the Device  
High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an uncompressed digital interface that carries  
both video and audio data by way of an integrated mini-plug cable. Since HDMI is based on  
Digital Visual Interface (DVI), the jack on the back of your TV is also compatible with devices  
that have a DVI jack.  
Note: The HDMI/DVI jack is not intended to be used with a computer.  
•
Connect your device that has an HDMI jack using an HDMI cable.  
Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI/DVI INPUT jack on the back of the  
TV and to the HDMI Out jack on the back of the device.  
HDMI cable  
OR  
•
Connect your device that has a DVI jack using an HDMI cable and an  
HDMI/DVI adapter.  
A. Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI/DVI INPUT jack on the back of  
the TV.  
B. Attach an HDMI/DVI adapter to the end of the HDMI cable, then  
connect the adapter to the DVI Out jack on the back of the device.  
HDMI cable  
C. Since you’re using an HDMI/DVI adapter, you need to connect Audio  
left and right cables to the R and L jacks on the back of the device and to R  
and L Audio jacks that aren’t in use on the back of the TV.  
HDMI/DVI adapter  
Note: If the device you’re connecting has a digital audio output jack,  
connect a digital audio cable from the device to an audio receiver for  
digital audio.  
Red  
White  
D. After you’ve completed the on-screen Assisted Setup (page 19), go to  
the DVI Audio Input option in the Audio Connections menu to select which  
Audio Input jack you’re using. In the example on the opposite page you  
would choose INPUT 3.  
Audio cables are color  
coded- Red= right audio;  
white= left audio  
• If you are done connecting  
devices to your TV, go to  
page 19 to complete the  
Assisted Setup.  
• To find out more about  
connecting audio/video  
receivers, go to the next  
page.  
• If you don’t have the cables  
needed for this connection,  
go to page 72 for accessory  
information.  
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Advanced Audio Connection Information  
With the audio versatility of your HDTV, you can choose various connection options depending on  
the type and quality of sound that you want. From good to best sound, choose one of the options  
or refer to the user’s manual of each device that you are connecting to get the best results.  
•
•
•
Use your TV’s internal speakers (good sound).  
Connect an audio receiver (speakers connected to receiver) to your TV (better sound).  
Connect an audio receiver (speakers connected to receiver) to your TV using the DIGITAL AUDIO  
OUTPUT (OPTICAL) jack (best sound)  
COMPOSITE INPUT  
INPUT  
COMPONENT (1080i/720p/480p/480i)/COMPOSITE INPUTS  
INPUT  
INPUT  
AUDIO/VIDEO  
OUTPUT  
FIXED/  
AUDIO OUTPU  
1
2
3
CABLE INPUT  
VIDEO  
Y/VIDEO  
L
Y/VIDEO  
L
VIDEO  
SU  
L
PB  
R
PB  
R
L
DIGITAL  
AUDIO  
OUTPUT  
(OPTICAL)  
R
PR  
S-VIDEO  
PR  
S-VIDEO  
R
DIGITAL  
AUDIO  
FIXED/VARIABLE  
AUDIO OUTPUT  
OUTPUT  
(OPTICAL)  
SUBWOOFER  
L
R
Connecting Your TV to an Audio/Video Receiver  
For better sound quality than the TV’s internal speakers, connect to an audio receiver using audio  
cables to the TV’s AUDIO OUTPUT jacks.  
Red  
•
Use the FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT for a more advanced connection. Connect the FIXED/  
VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUTS from the TV to an A/V receiver using audio cables.  
White  
Be sure to go to the Fixed/Variable Out screen in the Audio Connections menu and select  
whether you want the FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT jacks to send fixed or variable volume  
audio.  
Audio cables are color  
coded- Red= right  
audio; white= left  
audio  
• Variable Output provides variable-level audio output. Volume levels are controlled by the  
TV’s volume.  
• Fixed Output 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.  
•
If you connect the SUBWOOFER jack, be sure to go to the Fixed/Variable Out screen in the  
Audio Connections menu and select Yes for connecting to an external subwoofer.  
Subwoofer  
cable  
®
Connecting Your TV to a Receiver with Dolby Digital  
®
If you own a receiver with Dolby digital decoding or PCM (Pulse-Code Modulation) that uses an  
optical cable-type input, connect an optical cable for excellent audio quality.  
Digital Optical  
cable  
•
Connect one end of the optical cable to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT (OPTICAL) jack on your  
TV and to the Digital Optical Input jack on your receiver/amplifier receiver.  
• If your receiver can decode Dolby digital and PCM, go to the Audio menu, select Audio  
Connections, then Digital Audio Output. Select AutoSelect (recommended) or PCM.  
• If your receiver can decode only PCM, select PCM.  
Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.  
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Plug in the TV  
Plug the flat end of the cable into the power jack on the back of the TV. Then plug the other end  
of the power cord into an appropriate wall outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely. Do not  
plug the TV into an outlet controlled by a light switch.  
Note: When you first plug your TV into an outlet, the Power indicator on the front panel  
will light and blink for approximately 30 seconds and then go off during the initialization  
of the TV. This happens only when the TV is unplugged and plugged back in. The TV can  
only be turned on after the Power indicator goes off.  
Put Batteries in the Remote  
•
•
•
Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the remote  
by pushing down on the tab and lifting cover.  
Insert 2 fresh “AA” batteries. Make sure the polarities (+ and -) are  
aligned correctly with the polarities inside the remote.  
Replace the cover.  
Turn on the TV  
Tip  
Press TV on the remote, or press the Power button on the TV’s front  
panel.  
When remote batteries are low, the component  
button corresponding to the mode you’re in  
flashes when you press a button. Also, a message  
might appear on the TV screen and disappear  
within a few seconds. Press CLEAR and replace the  
batteries to remove the message.  
Note: Pressing the TV button turns on the TV and puts the remote  
into TV mode. “TV mode” means that the buttons on the remote  
control operate the TV’s functions.  
Use the Remote Control to Complete  
the Assisted Setup  
ON•OFF  
VCR  
TV  
TV  
button  
DVD AUDIO AUX•HD SAT•CABLE  
The technical term is “Navigation” – how you move through the on-  
screen menus. The method is the same throughout the menu screens:  
highlight your choice and select it.  
MUTE  
FORMAT  
H
H
To use the TV’s menus, first press the TV button on the remote control  
to put the remote in TV mode. When the Assisted Setup screen appears,  
use the arrow buttons to highlight one of the items listed in the menu.  
Use the up or down arrow button to move up or down. Use the right or  
left arrow button to move right or left.  
V
C
BACKLIGHT  
SKIP  
GO BACK  
INFO  
GUIDE  
OK  
Arrow  
buttons  
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).  
OK button  
MENU  
CLEAR  
3
1
2
MENU button  
Tip  
Complete the Assisted Setup  
To access the initial setup menus, press MENU  
and choose Assisted Setup.  
Your TV’s menu system allows you to customize your TV’s features.  
On-screen information helps you choose settings to match your setup.  
The first time you turn on your TV, the Assisted Setup screen appears  
automatically. Select Begin Setup to start or select Cancel Setup to exit.  
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Set the Menu Language  
1. Use arrow buttons to highlight your preferred language for the  
menu system.  
Main Menu  
4Assisted Setup  
Go Back  
0
1
2
English  
Highlight with the 5and 6 arrows. Select with the OK button.  
Continue Setup  
Cancel Setup  
Español  
Resalte con las flechas 5 y 6. Seleccione con el botón OK.  
2. Press OK to select that language.  
Mise en surbrillance avec 5 et 6. Sélection avec OK.  
3. Press the left arrow button to highlight Continue Setup and press OK to  
Press 5or 6to point to an option, then press OK to  
continue.  
select it. Press 4 to return to the menu.  
Complete Channel Search  
Main Menu  
Input to search:  
Cable Input  
ꢀ
Assisted Setup  
ꢀ
Channel Search  
Channel Search finds channels  
for you. Check fewer boxes to  
make the search faster (but  
less complete) and vice versa.  
Go Back  
0
1
2
Even though this initial channel search can take several minutes, it is important  
to complete in order for your TV to display channels and programming. Make  
sure you have connected cable and/or off-air antenna to the corresponding  
inputs before you start a channel search.  
Continue Setup  
Cancel Setup  
Antenna Input  
Channels to search:  
Digital channels  
Analog channels  
The first time that you do a  
Channel Search, put a check in  
all the boxes to do a thorough  
search for channels.  
Other search options:  
Detect antenna or cable setting  
Include previously found channels in search  
To add a channel that Channel  
Search didn't find, clear all  
menus and directly tune to the  
channel with the number keys.  
Start  
1. Press the right arrow button to access the channel search screen, then use  
the up and down arrow buttons to choose an option. Press the OK button  
to toggle the option on (check mark in box) or off.  
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Tip  
To do a channel search, check each box that pertains to your TV. For  
example, if you’re only receiving cable from the CABLE INPUT, highlight  
Cable Input and press OK to place a check mark in the box.  
The first Channel Search takes several minutes  
if the TV is searching for analog and digital  
channels, and cable and antenna inputs are  
being searched. You may want to leave and  
come back later.  
Note: If a cable box is connected to your TV’s CABLE INPUT, or the  
CableCARD slot is in use, don’t check the Cable Input box.  
2. Press the down arrow to highlight Start and press OK to begin the setup.  
3. When the channel search is complete, a message screen appears. Select  
Continue. Another message screen appears telling you that you’ve  
completed the Assisted Setup. Select Continue on the left.  
Note: If you skip Channel Search now, you can access it later through  
the Connections menu. See Chapter 4 for more details.  
What To Expect  
Watching TV  
If you have both analog and digital cable channels these will be put into the same channel list.  
To tell the difference between these channels, press the INFO button and look in the channel  
banner for these things: a subchannel, the format, and resolution the TV is receiving.  
•
Analog channels only display one channel number. Digital channels received through the  
digital cable card also have one channel. number. Digital channels received through cable  
have a primary channel and a subchannel. In the example below, 6 is the primary channel;  
1 is the subchannel.  
•
•
Analog channels are sent in a 4:3 format. Digital channels can be sent in a format of 4:3, but  
usually 16:9.  
Analog channels are sent in a resolution up to 480i. Digital channels are sent in a resolution  
of 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, or 1080p.  
Channel format and resolution  
Channel number  
Program Title/Acquiring Channel  
12:30 AM  
00:30 12:39 PM  
Ch 6-1 DNLJ  
Listening to English in SRS  
Cable Input  
16:9 Normal 1080i HD  
MPAA - Not Rated  
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Changing Channels  
Depending upon the type of signals you have connected to your HDTV, you might notice that  
the channels change slower than you’re used to. This is perfectly normal. Digital cable channels  
sometimes take longer to tune.  
Some channels might be found during the channel search that aren’t available. Some channels  
are enabled by the cable company that don’t carry programming, such as video-on-demand.  
When channels are unavailable, your TV’s screen displays Unusable signal. You probably want to  
get rid of these so they no longer appear in your channel list. Remove these in the Channel List  
menu. Go to page 39 for more information.  
Next Steps  
Now that you’ve finished the Assisted Setup, you’re ready to watch TV. This might be a good time  
to program your remote control. The remote control that came with this TV can be programmed  
to operate other devices. Go to the next chapter to find out how to program your remote.  
Continue to the next few pages to learn more about the back panel and front of your TV.  
• Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control  
• Chapter 3: Using the TV’s Features  
• Chapter 4: Using the TV’s Menu System  
• Chapter 5: Other Information  
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Explanation of Jacks  
The diagrams below illustrate jacks found on the back of the TV. When connecting cables, be  
sure to connect corresponding outputs and inputs (video input into video out, right audio input  
into right audio out, etc.).  
COMPOSITE INPUT  
INPUT 1  
COMPONENT (1080i/720p/480p/480i)/COMPOSITE INPUTS  
INPUT 2  
INPUT 3  
AUDIO/VIDEO  
OUTPUT  
FIXED/VARIABLE  
AUDIO OUTPUT  
CABLE INPUT  
VIDEO  
Y/VIDEO  
L
Y/VIDEO  
L
VIDEO  
SUBWOOFER  
L
PB  
R
PB  
R
L
L
DIGITAL  
AUDIO  
OUTPUT  
(OPTICAL)  
R
PR  
S-VIDEO  
PR  
S-VIDEO  
R
R
DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT Use a digital optical cable (or SPDIF cable) to  
connect your TV to a compatible Dolby Digital or PCM receiver or decoder.  
Dolby Digital Technology offers theatre-quality sound (six audio channels).  
If you own a receiver that uses an optical cable input, you can use an optical  
cable to connect the TV to that receiver for the best sound quality. Go to the  
Digital Audio Out screen in the Audio menu to select Auto Select or PCM as the  
output for this jack.  
DIGITAL  
AUDIO  
OUTPUT  
(OPTICAL)  
Note: This TV’s optical digital output jack fully complies with the  
international standard governing this type of jack (IEC958), and is  
designed for connection to a Dolby Digital (AC-3® or PCM) receiver or  
decoder. Older equipment, some of which is not fully compliant with  
IEC958, may not be compatible with the Dolby Digital bitstream. Such  
a connection using anything other than a Dolby Digital (AC-3 or PCM)  
receiver or decoder could create a high noise level, causing damage to  
headphones or speakers.  
CableCARD™  
CableCARD Allows you to use a digital cable television card to receive digital  
cable services, including premium and HDTV cable channels, without the need  
for a set-top box. Go to page 10 for information on using the CableCARD slot.  
HDMI/DVI INPUT (High-Definition Multimedia Interface/Digital Visual  
Interface) Provides an uncompressed digital interface that carries both video  
and audio data by way of an integrated mini-plug cable. Since HDMI is based  
on Digital Visual Interface (DVI), the jack on the back of your TV is also  
compatible with DVI devices.  
HDMI/DVI INPUT  
Use menu for DVI audio.  
Notes: The HDMI/DVI jack is not intended to be used with a computer.  
If you connect a device with a DVI jack to the HDMI/DVI input, you’ll  
need an HDMI to DVI adapter. Also, connect audio cables to an input  
that is not in use. An example is shown on page 16. Then go to the  
Audio Connections menu and select DVI Audio Input to choose the  
input you’re using to receive audio.  
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COMPOSITE INPUT  
INPUT 1  
VIDEO/AUDIO INPUTS  
INPUT 1 COMPOSITE INPUT Connect an NTSC (analog) device. These jacks  
are used for most audio/video connections between devices. The audio/video  
jacks are often color coded (yellow for video, red for right audio, and white for  
left audio).  
VIDEO  
L
•
•
•
R Audio provides right audio connection and connector is usually red.  
L Audio provides left audio connection and connector is usually white.  
R
V (Video) provides composite video connection and connector is usually  
yellow.  
INPUT 2 COMPONENT/COMPOSITE INPUT Provides connection to a  
second NTSC (analog) video device with either composite or component  
outputs such as a VCR or DVD player.  
L
Y/VIDEO  
•
•
•
R Audio provides right audio connection and connector is usually red.  
L Audio provides left audio connection and connector is usually white.  
PB  
PR  
R
Y/Video PB PR Unlike a single video input, component (Y PB PR) video  
maintains the video signal as three separate parts through these three jacks.  
To ensure maximum picture quality, use three video-grade cables for the  
Y PB PR connections. Accepts 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i signals. If you’re  
connecting to a device with a Video jack instead, you can still use the  
Y/Video jack.  
S-VIDEO  
Tip  
Inputs 2 and 3 can be used as either component  
video (Y PB PR ) inputs, composite video  
(Y/Video) inputs, or S-Video inputs.  
Note: Also, remember to connect the left and right audio cables because the  
Y, Pb, Pr cables carry only the picture signal, not the sound.  
•
S-VIDEO Lets you connect an S-Video cable for better picture quality to a  
device with S-Video capability, such as a VCR or DVD player. When using  
S-Video, make sure to connect the two audio cables as well as the  
S-Video connector.  
The S-Video jack provides better picture quality than the composite  
video jacks because the color (chrominance, also called chroma) part of  
the signal is separated from the black and white (luminance) part of the  
picture.  
INPUT 3 COMPONENT/COMPOSITE INPUT Provides connection to a  
second optional video device, such as a DVD player or satellite receiver. The  
jacks are the same as described above for INPUT 2.  
CABLE INPUT  
CABLE INPUT Used to connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from  
cable or a cable box.  
ANTENNA INPUT  
ANTENNA INPUT Used to connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from  
an off-air antenna.  
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AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUTS  
AUDIO/VIDEO  
OUTPUT  
AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT Connect a VCR or DVD-recorder to record digital  
and analog programs from the Cable or Antenna Input (excluding copy-  
protected programs and component video formats) while the TV is turned on.  
You must leave the TV on the same channel you are recording.  
VIDEO  
L
•
•
•
R Audio provides right audio connection and connector is usually red.  
L Audio provides left audio connection and connector is usually white.  
R
V (Video) provides composite video connection and connector is usually  
yellow.  
Notes: When recording from this output, remember to tune to the  
channel you want to record.  
If an unusual pattern appears when you connect a VCR to these jacks,  
playing a tape or switching to the VCR’s tuner removes the pattern.  
FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUTS  
FIXED/VARIABLE  
AUDIO OUTPUT  
•
SUBWOOFER Provides lower bass frequencies out from the TV to a  
powered subwoofer or audio receiver with a subwoofer jack.  
Note: Go to Fixed/Variable Output in the Audio Connections menu to  
SUBWOOFER  
set option to Yes if an external subwoofer is being used.  
•
R and L Provides right front and right rear mixed sound to the right input,  
and left front and left rear mixed sound to the left input.  
L
R
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Connections & Setup  
The Front of Your TV  
Front Input Jacks  
The TV has front input jacks for convenience in connecting a camcorder, digital camera, or video game  
system. Look for a hinged door and press to open the cover. Please note the illustration below is just an  
example of how these jacks might appear.  
Notes: When you plug in headphones, the TV’s internal speakers are muted. Use the VOL up or  
down button to control the volume.  
When connecting a device that uses a monaural cable, such as some camcorders, use the L/MONO  
input jack to get sound from both speakers.  
Power Indicator Light Status  
AUDIO IN  
L/MONO  
VIDEO  
IN  
On  
TV is on  
R
Off  
TV is off (standby mode)  
HEADPHONE  
Blinks  
Light blinks 5 times, pauses, and blinks again 5 times:  
Lamp is trying to turn on. If the TV doesn’t turn on  
after 5 minutes and then the light blinks steadily for  
one minute, one of the following options is possible:  
Lamp door may be open. Face the back of the TV.  
Locate the door at the bottom of the TV and close it.  
Turn off the TV and turn back on. The lamp should  
turn on.  
Power button  
and indicator  
VOL  
VOL  
MENU/OK  
CH  
CH  
Lamp may be dead. You can replace the lamp  
yourself. Go to page 69 for lamp replacement  
information.  
Notes: The front panel illustration shows a typical front panel layout. The  
exact look may be different from the one on the front of your TV.  
If you use the Front Button Block feature, the front panel no longer provides  
access to the menus. The Front Button Block feature disables all front panel  
buttons but not the jacks. For more information, see Chapter 3.  
Front Panel  
If you cannot locate your remote, you can use the front panel of your TV to operate many of the TV’s features.  
MENU/OK Brings up the Main menu. When the menu system is displayed, pressing MENU/OK selects  
highlighted items.  
CHꢀ Scans down through the channel list. In the menu system, it moves the highlight down and adjusts  
menu controls.  
CHꢁ Scans up through the channel list. In the menu system, it moves the highlight up and adjusts menu  
controls.  
VOLꢂ Decreases the volume. In the menu system, it moves the highlight left to items and adjusts menu con-  
trols.  
VOLꢃ Increases the volume. In the menu system, it moves the highlight right to items and adjusts menu  
controls.  
(Power button and indicator) Turns the TV on and off. The indicator lights when TV is on. Your HDTV’s  
lamp has a cool-down period when the TV is turned off, and a warm up period when the TV is turned on. If  
you try to turn the TV on during a cool-down, you will hear audio and then the picture will be displayed after a  
few moments. This could take up to one minute. For different light status of the indicator, see above.  
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Using the Remote Control  
Chapter Overview:  
• The Buttons on the Remote Control  
• Programming the Remote to Operate Other Devices  
• How To Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed It  
• Volume Punchthrough Feature  
• Using the INPUT Button  
• Remote Code List  
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The Buttons on the Remote Control  
ON•OFF  
VCR  
TV  
Arrows (up, down, left, right) Used to move through the on-screen menus.  
(0-9) Number Buttons Enter channel numbers and time settings. Also used  
DVD AUDIO AUX•HD SAT•CABLE  
in the TV menu to make selections.  
MUTE  
FORMAT  
ANT•CAB Switches between Antenna and Cable Input. When tuned to an  
input, press to go back to the most recently used tuner (Antenna or Cable  
Input). In VCR mode, functions as a TV/VCR button. In SAT mode, functions as  
a TV/SAT button for an RCA satellite receiver.  
H
H
V
C
AUDIO Places the remote in audio mode to operate a device (such as a  
audio receiver or amplifier receiver) that you’ve programmed to work with this  
button. This button lights when you press a valid button in AUDIO mode (see  
Modes of Operation on page 32 for more details).  
BACKLIGHT  
SKIP  
GO BACK  
INFO  
GUIDE  
OK  
AUX•HD Places the remote in auxiliary mode to operate a device (such  
as a cable box, satellite receiver, VCR, DVD, or audio receiver) that you’ve  
programmed to work with this button. AUX by default is set up for an RCA  
HDTV Tuner receiver. This button lights when you press a valid button in  
AUX•HD mode (see Modes of Operation on page 32 for more details).  
MENU  
CLEAR  
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6
9
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
BACKLIGHT Press to illuminate some of the remote control’s buttons. To  
conserve battery power, the light turns off after several seconds. Backlight  
won’t activate if batteries are low, but blinks on and off quickly.  
ANT•CAB  
INPUT  
REVERSE  
PLAY FORWARD  
CC (Closed Captioning) Toggles closed captioning on and off, if available  
for the channel you’re tuned to. When you change channels or inputs, the  
default for Caption Display is restored.  
RECORD STOP  
PAUSE  
CC PRESETS SOUND FREEZE  
CH + or CH – Scrolls up or down through the channel or input list. Press  
once to change the channel up or down; press and hold to continue changing  
channels.  
CLEAR Removes on-screen menus and displays. Cancels the commercial skip  
timer if it is set.  
DVD Places the remote in DVD mode. If Auto Tuning is enabled, pressing  
the DVD button turns on the TV and tunes to the correct Video Input Channel.  
This button lights when you press a valid button in DVD mode (see Modes of  
Operation on page 32 for more details).  
Tips  
The device button corresponding to the mode  
you’re in flashes when the remote batteries  
are low and you press a button on the remote.  
Also, a message might appear on the TV screen  
and disappear within a few seconds. Press  
CLEAR and replace the batteries to remove the  
message.  
FORMAT Toggles through the video screen formats- Normal, Cinerama (only  
available for 4:3 formats), FlexWide, Zoom, and Auto Format.  
FREEZE Freezes entire screen. Caution: when recording from VIDEO  
To turn off most RCA devices that are  
connected to the TV, press ON•OFF twice within  
two seconds and hold remote steady until the  
mode indicators turns off.  
OUTPUT, freezes the video you’re recording.  
GO BACK Returns you to the previous channel or previous screen in the  
menu system.  
GUIDE If you’re controlling another device that has a guide, this accesses the  
on-screen guide.  
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INFO Brings up the Channel Banner with channel and viewing information. Press again to  
remove the banner.  
INPUT Toggles through the TV’s available input sources (INPUT 1, INPUT 2, INPUT 3, Front  
Input, HDMI/DVI, and last-active channel). To quickly access an input, press the INPUT button  
and the input number, for example, INPUT + 1 to access INPUT 1.  
MENU Makes Main Menu appear and disappear.  
MUTE Reduces the TV’s volume to its minimum level. Press again to restore volume. The  
Audio Output menu must be set to Variable Level, Speakers On to control the TV’s volume.  
OK When a menu item is highlighted, press OK to select the item.  
ON•OFF Turns the TV on or off. Your HDTV is equipped with a special lamp system. In order  
to preserve the life of the lamp, the TV must warm up and cool down properly when you turn  
the TV on and off. When you turn the TV off, the screen turns blue and fades to black. While  
the screen is blue, you can still turn the TV back on. If the screen is black when you try to turn  
it on, the TV’s lamp may be in its cool-down cycle. The TV’s audio comes on, then the picture is  
displayed after a few moments.  
In other modes (VCR, DVD, SAT•CABLE, AUX•HD, AUDIO), and if programmed, turns the  
device on and off.  
PRESETS Toggles through the Picture Presets for the input currently tuned to. The preset is  
only temporarily changed and goes back to the original menu setting when you change channels  
or inputs or turn off the TV.  
REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, RECORD, STOP, PAUSE If programmed, provides transport  
control for some remote-controllable VCRs and DVD players.  
SAT•CABLE (Satellite•Cable) Places the remote in SAT/CABLE box mode. If Auto Tuning  
is enabled, turns on the TV and tunes it to the satellite or cable box Video Input Channel. This  
button lights when you press a valid button in SAT•CABLE mode (see Modes of Operation on  
page 32 for more details).  
SKIP Press once before changing channels and the TV returns to the original channel after 30  
seconds. Press repeatedly to add more time. With no displays on-screen, press CLEAR to cancel.  
SOUND On digital channels/inputs, toggles through the available Audio Modes. For analog  
channels, toggles SAP on or off. If you change channels/inputs, the default for Audio Mode is  
restored. Does not affect default menu settings for SAP or Audio Mode.  
TV Places the remote in TV mode. Turns on the TV and tunes to the last-viewed TV channel or  
input. This button lights when you press a valid button in TV mode (see Modes of Operation on  
page 32 for more details).  
VCR Places the remote in VCR mode. If Auto Tuning is enabled, turns on the TV and tunes to  
the VCR Video Input Channel. This button lights when you press a valid button in VCR mode  
(see Modes of Operation on page 32 for more details).  
VOL – or VOL + Decreases or increases the TV’s volume. The TV Audio Output menu must be  
set to Variable Level, Speakers On to control the TV’s volume.  
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Programming the Remote to Operate  
ON•OFF  
VCR  
Other Devices  
DVD AUDIO AUX•HD SAT•CABLE  
The universal remote can be programmed to operate many brands of remote-  
controllable VCRs, audio devices, DVD players, cable boxes, satellite receivers  
and other devices. In addition to being programmed to operate your television,  
it’s already programmed to operate most RCA devices.  
The AUX•HD button can be programmed to operate most brands of an  
additional remote-controllable device: satellite receiver, cable box, DVD, VCR,  
and an audio device. A second and third RCA TV can be programmed to any  
device button, except the TV button. Go to page 54 for more information on  
programming the remote to another TV.  
CLEAR  
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6
9
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
Note: The TV button can’t be programmed on this remote to control  
any device; it controls only this TV.  
Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote  
To determine whether the universal remote needs to be programmed to  
operate one of the devices connected to your TV, such as a VCR, do the  
following:  
REVERSE  
PLAY  
STOP  
1. Turn on the device (in this example, a VCR).  
2. Point the remote at the device.  
3. Press the corresponding device button (in this example, VCR).  
4. Press ON•OFF to see if the VCR responds. If the VCR doesn’t respond,  
you need to program the remote to operate it.  
You’ll use these buttons when  
you program the remote for other  
devices.  
Important Note: The remote  
may not be compatible with all  
models of all brands of devices. It  
also may not operate all functions  
of your device.  
Programming the Remote  
There are two ways to program the remote control to operate other devices:  
Automatic Code Search and Direct Entry.  
Using Automatic Code Search  
Note: The AUX•HD button can only search VCR codes, but can be used  
for a non-VCR device by programming it with direct entry method. By  
default, the AUX•HD button is programmed for an RCA HDTV Tuner  
receiver.  
The following instructions can be used to program the remote to operate  
each of your devices. If you want to stop the automatic code search without  
programming any of your devices, press the CLEAR button until the device  
button you’re trying to program turns off.  
1. Turn on the device you want to control (VCR, satellite receiver, etc.)  
2. Press and hold the button you want to program. While holding the device  
button, press and hold ON•OFF until all of the device buttons (VCR,  
TV, DVD, AUDIO, AUX•HD, and SAT•CABLE) flash. Then, release both  
buttons.  
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3. Point the remote at the device, press and release PLAY, then wait five seconds or until the device button  
you’re trying to program stops flashing.  
At this time the remote control is searching for the correct code to program, so keep pointing it at the  
device. If, after five seconds, the device you want to control does not turn off, press and release PLAY  
again to tell the remote to search the next set of codes.  
Continue pressing and releasing PLAY until the device turns off or until the all of the device buttons on  
the remote flash 4 times in unison. If the device has not turned off by the time all the device buttons on  
the remote control flash 4 times in unison, then the remote cannot control that particular device.  
If the device you want to control does turn off:  
1. Press and release REVERSE, then wait two seconds. Repeat this step until the device turns back on.  
2. To finish, press and hold STOP until the device button you’re trying to program on the remote control  
turns off. This saves the code to that button.  
Using Direct Entry  
1. Turn on the device to be programmed.  
2. Look up the brand and code number(s) for the device on the code list at the end of this section.  
3. On your remote control, press and hold the device button you want to program.  
4. While pressing the device button, enter a code from the code list. If all of the device buttons flash 4  
times in unison, then the code you’ve entered is not the right kind of code for that button (see pages  
33-34 to see which buttons can be programmed to control the device you want).  
5. Release the device button, point the remote at the device and then press ON•OFF to see if the device  
responds to the remote control commands. If it doesn’t, try pressing the device button and then  
ON•OFF (or other buttons on the remote) again.  
6. If you get no response, repeat these steps using the next code listed for your brand, until the device  
responds to the remote control commands.  
How to Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed It  
Once the remote has been programmed successfully, you are ready to use it to operate your devices.  
To Operate the Device:  
1. Press the appropriate device button (DVD, TV, VCR, SAT•CABLE, AUDIO, AUX•HD) to set the remote  
to control the device.  
2. Press ON•OFF to turn the device ON or OFF.  
3. Use the remote buttons that apply to that device.  
Notes: The remote control may not be compatible with all brands and models of devices.  
If you keep pressing buttons and nothing happens, the remote is probably in the wrong mode. You  
must press the device button that matches the device you want to operate (i.e., if you want to operate  
the VCR, press VCR on the remote control to put the remote in VCR mode.)  
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Modes of Operation  
Because this universal remote can control several different devices (DVD player, VCR, cable box,  
etc.) it uses operational modes triggered by the device buttons. For example, if you want the  
remote control to operate the TV, press the TV button to put the remote into TV mode. If you  
want the remote to operate the VCR, press the VCR button.  
The button corresponding to the mode the remote is in lights up when you press any button  
that works in that mode. For example, if you’re in TV mode and you press the VOL+ button, the  
TV button lights up. This tells you that the command to increase the volume is being sent to the  
TV (and not the satellite receiver, for example).  
Volume Punchthrough Feature  
You may find this feature helpful if you’ve connected your devices to an audio/video receiver  
(A/V receiver) or amplifier, but you want to use the TV’s remote control to operate the volume  
for a device that is connected to the audio/video receiver. An example follows:  
Let’s say you’ve connected your DVD player to your audio/video receiver. You’ve also  
programmed your TV remote control to operate your DVD player. Since the DVD player gets its  
volume through the audio/video receiver, you would have to bounce back and forth between  
two remote controls: the A/V receiver’s remote to adjust the volume and the TV’s remote control  
to operate the DVD player.  
The Volume Punchthrough feature eliminates the need for you to use two remote controls and  
saves a button press when you’re using the TV remote to adjust the volume. In effect, you are  
telling the TV remote to retrieve and send volume commands from the A/V receiver whenever  
the TV remote is in DVD mode.  
Therefore, after you’ve successfully set up the Volume Punchthrough feature, whenever the  
TV remote is in DVD mode (press the DVD button) and you want to adjust the volume, you  
only have to press the VOL + or VOL- buttons. Follow the instructions below to set up Volume  
Punchthrough.  
1. IMPORTANT: First, you must program the AUDIO button on the TV’s remote control to  
operate your audio receiver or amplifier. Go to page 30 for instructions. If you can’t program  
this remote to operate your audio receiver, Volume Punchthrough won’t work.  
2. While setting up Volume Punchthrough, it’s best to point the remote away from devices.  
3. Decide which mode the remote will be in when the volume from the audio receiver  
“punches through.” The mode will be one of the device buttons (TV, DVD, SAT•CABLE,  
VCR, or AUX•HD).  
4. Press and hold the VOL- button. Keep pressing VOL- while you press and release the device  
button you chose in step 3 (TV, DVD, SAT•CABLE, VCR, or AUX•HD).  
5. Press and release the AUDIO button since the sound will be coming from the audio/video  
receiver. Release the VOL- button.  
6. Now, test it by turning on your audio receiver or amplifier.  
7. Turn on the device that is connected to the audio/video receiver or amplifier (a DVD player,  
for example).  
8. Put the TV’s remote in DVD mode by pressing the DVD button, and play a disc.  
9. Press VOL+ or VOL-. The volume from the audio receiver should increase or decrease  
accordingly.  
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Deleting ALL Volume Punchthrough Commands  
To delete all programmed Volume Punchthrough settings and return the remote control back  
to the factory defaults, press and hold the VOL- button (the device button of the Volume  
Punchthrough lights). While holding the VOL- button, enter the code, 000, using the number  
buttons. All device buttons turn on for 2 seconds and then turn off. The remote returns to the  
factory settings.  
Note: If an invalid button is pressed, all device buttons blink 4 times and turn off. At  
this point, you must start over.  
Using the INPUT Button  
1. Repeatedly press the INPUT button to scroll through the available input sources until you  
find the input associated with the device (such as VCR or DVD player) you want to view.  
2. Once you find the input source you want, stop pressing INPUT.  
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If you tune to INPUT 1 and your VCR is connected to that input, you will be able to  
view your VCR. To play, stop, or rewind the VCR tape using the remote that came  
with your TV, you must first press the VCR or AUX•HD button (whichever one is  
programmed to the VCR) to put the remote control in VCR mode.  
There are other ways of selecting a Video Input Channel:  
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Program the device (VCR, DVD, etc.) buttons on the remote control to automatically tune  
to the correct Video Input Channel when pressed. For more details on Auto Tuning, see  
Chapter 3.  
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When viewing an input, press ANT•CAB, GO BACK, or INPUT to go back to viewing  
channels or use the number buttons to enter the channel number.  
To quickly access an input, press the INPUT button and the input number, for example,  
INPUT + 1 to access INPUT 1. Note for professional installers: This is a discrete input  
code.  
Remote Code List  
Audio Codes  
Cable Box Codes  
Programmable for the AUDIO and AUX•HD  
buttons.  
Programmable for SAT•CABLE and AUX•HD  
buttons.  
AUX/Dimensia/Lyra Wireless  
ABC...................................... 5002, 5003, 5004, 5006, 5045  
Archer.................................................................5008, 5009  
Cableview ....................................................................5007  
Contec..........................................................................5015  
Eastern .........................................................................5016  
GE ......................................................................5002, 5003  
Gemini ...............................................................5017, 5018  
General Instruments....................................................5003  
Hamlin ................................. 5019, 5020, 5021, 5026, 5033  
Hitachi..........................................................................5003  
Jerrold ........................ 5003, 5017, 5022, 5023, 5039, 5045  
Magnavox ....................................................................5024  
Memorex......................................................................5026  
Movie Time..................................................................5025  
NEC ..............................................................................5005  
NSC...............................................................................5025  
Oak.....................................................................5015, 5027  
Panasonic...........................................................5041, 5044  
Philips ...........................................5011, 5012, 5013, 5014,  
.............................................. 5018, 5024, 5028, 5029, 5030  
Pioneer...............................................................5031, 5032  
Proscan...............................................................5002, 5003  
RCA ................................................5007, 5040, 5042, 5044  
Realistic........................................................................5009  
Samsung.......................................................................5032  
Scientific Atlanta............................5006, 5034, 5035, 5036  
Signature......................................................................5003  
Sprucer.........................................................................5044  
Standard Component ........................................5037, 5038  
Starcom ..............................................................5017, 5045  
Stargate.........................................................................5017  
Tocom................................................................5004, 5022  
United Cable................................................................5045  
Universal..................................................5008, 5009, 5010  
View Star..................................................5015, 5024, 5025  
Zenith...........................................................................5043  
RCA ..............................................................................4004  
Audio Cassette  
GE ................................................................................4006  
RCA ..............................................................................4006  
Phono  
GE ................................................................................4005  
RCA ..............................................................................4005  
HD Receiver Code  
Receiver/Tuner/AMP  
Programmable for AUX•HD button.  
RCA ..............................................................................7000  
Aiwa.......................... 4008. 4009, 4010, 4011, 4012, 4021  
Denon ..........................................................................4027  
GE ................................................................................4003  
Harman Kardon...........................................................4020  
JBL................................................................................4020  
JVC ...............................................................................4013  
Kenwood .....................................................................4014  
Onkyo..........................................................................4022  
Optimus .......................................................................4028  
Panasonic...........................................................4023, 4024  
RCA ................................................4003, 4015, 4029, 4030  
Sherwood.....................................................................4026  
Sony .........................................................4016, 4017, 4025  
Technics.............................................................4023, 4024  
Yamaha ..............................................................4018, 4019  
TV Codes  
Programmable for DVD, VCR, SAT•CABLE,  
AUX•HD, and AUDIO buttons.  
TV2...............................................................................1222  
TV3...............................................................................1223  
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JC Penney ................. 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010,  
................ 2017, 2018, 2030, 2033, 2034, 2036, 2037, 2053  
Jensen.......................................................2033, 2034, 2057  
JVC ................... 2005, 2006, 2007, 2014, 2057, 2064, 2078  
Kenwood .................. 2005, 2006, 2007, 2012, 2014, 2057,  
......................................................................................2064  
KLH ..............................................................................2036  
Kodak.................................................................2010, 2017  
LG.................................................................................2010  
Logik ............................................................................2036  
LXI................................................................................2010  
Magnavox ................. 2017, 2018, 2037, 2038, 2052, 2054,  
......................................................................................2065  
Marantz ............ 2005, 2006, 2007, 2012, 2014, 2017, 2037  
Matsushita....................................................................2017  
Memorex................... 2007, 2009, 2010, 2017, 2019, 2022,  
............................................................................2052, 2068  
MGA.........................................................2024, 2039, 2059  
Minolta.....................................................2033, 2034, 2053  
Mitsubishi......................................2024, 2033, 2034, 2039,  
........................................................2040, 2041, 2059, 2064  
Montgomery Ward.......................................................2068  
Motorola.............................................................2017, 2068  
MTC..............................................................................2009  
Multitech .............................. 2009, 2012, 2022, 2031, 2036  
NEC ....................2005, 2006, 2007,2012, 2014, 2057, 2064  
Nikko ...........................................................................2010  
Noblex..........................................................................2009  
Olympus ......................................................................2017  
Optimus .............................................................2010, 2068  
Optonica ......................................................................2047  
Panasonic.......................................2017, 2018, 2055, 2066  
Pentax .................................. 2012, 2033, 2034, 2053, 2063  
Pentex Research ..........................................................2014  
Philco .............................................2017, 2018, 2037, 2038  
Philips ............................................2017, 2037, 2047, 2065  
Pioneer...........................................2006, 2033, 2042, 2064  
Portland..........................................2012, 2013, 2015, 2056  
Proscan.....................................................2000, 2001, 2072  
Quasar......................................................2017, 2018, 2066  
RCA ..................................... 2000, 2001, 2002, 2009, 2017,  
................................... 2033, 2034, 2043, 2044, 2045, 2053,  
.......................... 2060, 2063, 2066, 2070, 2072, 2073, 2079  
Radio Shack.............................................2010, 2047, 2068  
Radioshack/Realistic ....................2007, 2009, 2010, 2017,  
.................................... 2018, 2019, 2022, 2024, 2029, 2047  
Realistic .............................. 2007, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2017,  
.......................... 2018, 2019, 2022, 2024, 2029, 2047, 2068  
Radix ............................................................................2010  
Ricoh............................................................................2071  
Runco...........................................................................2052  
Samsung.................... 2004, 2009, 2011, 2027, 2031, 2058,  
............................................................................2080, 2081  
Sansui.............................................2006, 2046, 2057, 2064  
Sanyo..............................................2007, 2009, 2019, 2082  
Scott.................. 2008, 2011, 2021, 2026, 2028, 2039, 2061  
Sears..............................................2007, 2010, 2017, 2019,  
.............................................. 2029, 2030, 2033, 2034, 2053  
Sharp.................................... 2013, 2024, 2047, 2048, 2068  
Shintom..........................................2003, 2034, 2036, 2049  
Signature......................................................................2068  
Singer .......................................................2017, 2036, 2071  
Sony ..................................... 2003, 2049, 2050, 2062, 2083  
STS......................................................................2017, 2053  
Sylvania............ 2017, 2018, 2022, 2037, 2038, 2039, 2065  
Symphonic...................................................................2022  
Tandy ...........................................................................2007  
Tashiko.........................................................................2010  
Tatung..........................................................................2057  
DVD codes  
Home Theatre in a Box  
(DVD Receiver) Codes  
Programmable for DVD and AUX•HD buttons.  
DVD  
AUDIO and AUX•HD buttons can use Audio  
codes; DVD and AUX•HD buttons can use DVD  
codes  
Aiwa....................................................................3010, 3021  
Apex....................................................................3023, 3024  
Broksonic............................................................3027, 3075  
Daewoo.........................................................................3028  
Denon .......................................................3029, 3030, 3031  
Emerson....................................................3032, 3033, 3076  
Funai .............................................................................3033  
GE .............................................................3000, 3034, 3035  
Go Video.......................................................................3077  
Hitachi...................................3009, 3067, 3068, 3069, 3070  
JVC ............................................................3003, 3011, 3078  
Kenwood ......................................................................3071  
Konka..................................................................3012, 3013  
Koss...............................................................................3085  
Lasonic..........................................................................3087  
Magnavox ...........................................................3004, 3036  
Memorex.......................................................................3037  
Mintek...........................................................................3038  
Mitsubishi......................................................................3005  
NAD ..............................................................................3032  
Norcent ...............................................................3039, 3040  
Onkyo...........................................................................3041  
Oritron ..........................................................................3047  
Panasonic............................................................3014, 3042  
Philips .................................................................3004, 3020  
Pioneer............................................3006, 3043, 3044, 3045  
Proscan................................................................3000, 3046  
Qwestar.........................................................................3047  
RCA .......................................3000, 3002, 3048, 3079, 3086  
Samsung...............................3072, 3073. 3074, 3080, 3081,  
Sansui............................................................................3049  
Sanyo...................................................................3015, 3082  
Sharp.........................................................3050, 3052, 3053  
Sony ..................3007, 3016, 3017, 3054, 3055, 3056, 3083  
Sylvania.........................................................................3033  
Teac...............................................................................3057  
Technics........................................................................3058  
Toshiba..................................3008, 3018, 3059, 3060, 3061  
Yamaha .....................................................3062, 3063, 3064  
Zenith........................................................3019, 3065, 3084  
.......................................... Audio..........................DVD  
JBL...........................................4031............................ 3088  
JVC ..........................................4032............................ 3089  
Koss.........................................4033............................ 3090  
Onkyo.....................................4034............................ 3091  
Panasonic................................4035............................ 3092  
Pioneer....................................4036............................ 3093  
RCA .........................................4037............................ 3094  
Venturer...................................4038............................ 3095  
Satellite Receiver Codes  
Programmable for SAT•CABLE and AUX•HD  
buttons.  
Alphastar..................................................................... 5064  
Chapparal.......................................................... 5046, 5047  
Dishnet........................................................................ 5063  
Drake ................................................................ 5048, 5049  
Echostar ...................................................................... 5070  
GE ........................................................... 5000, 5001, 5072  
General Instruments............................... 5050, 5051, 5052  
Hitachi............................................................... 5066, 5067  
Hughes.............................................................. 5062, 5071  
JVC .............................................................................. 5065  
Panasonic.................................................................... 5060  
Philips ......................................................................... 5068  
Primestar .................................................................... 5061  
Proscan .................................................. 5000, 5001, 5072  
RCA ........................................................ 5000, 5001, 5072  
Realistic....................................................................... 5053  
Sony ............................................................................ 5058  
STS1............................................................................. 5054  
STS3............................................................................. 5055  
STS4............................................................................. 5056  
Toshiba.............................................................. 5057, 5059  
Uniden ........................................................................ 5069  
Portable DVD  
Aiwa..............................................................................3022  
Audiovox ............................................................3025, 3026  
Panasonic......................................................................3030  
RCA ...............................................................................3066  
Sharp.............................................................................3051  
VCR Codes  
Programmable for VCR and AUX•HD buttons.  
Admiral........................................................................ 2068  
Aiko............................................................................. 2023  
Aiwa............................................................................ 2022  
Akai............................2002, 2003, 2004, 2057, 2058, 2059  
Audiovox .................................................................... 2010  
Bell & Howell............................................................. 2007  
Broksonic................................................ 2008, 2021, 2075  
Calix ............................................................................ 2010  
Canon................................................................ 2017, 2018  
Capehart............................................................ 2016, 2056  
Carver.......................................................................... 2037  
CCE.................................................................... 2023, 2036  
Citizen ..2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2023  
Colortyme ................................................................... 2005  
Craig...............................................2009, 2010, 2019, 2036  
Curtis-Mathes......................................... 2005, 2009, 2012,  
....................................2014, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2060, 2072  
Daewoo............2011, 2013, 2015, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2056  
Daytron....................................................................... 2056  
Dimensia..................................................................... 2072  
Electrohome...................................................... 2010, 2024  
Emerson....................2002, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2017, 2020,  
................................. 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027,  
........................2028, 2039, 2059, 2061, 2067, 2069, 2076  
Fisher..............................................2007, 2019, 2029, 2030  
Fuji........................................................... 2003, 2017, 2062  
Funai ........................................................................... 2022  
Garrard........................................................................ 2022  
GE .............................2000, 2001, 2009, 2017, 2018, 2060,  
........................................................................... 2063, 2072  
Gradiente .................................................................... 2022  
Harman Kardon.......................................................... 2005  
Harwood..................................................................... 2036  
Hitachi........................2033, 2034, 2035, 2053, 2057, 2063  
DVD/VCR Combo Codes  
DVD and AUX•HD buttons can use DVD codes;  
VCR and AUX•HD buttons can use VCR codes  
.................................................DVD.......................... VCR  
Broksonic................................3075 .............................2075  
Emerson..................................3076 .............................2076  
Go Video.................................3077 .............................2077  
JVC ..........................................3078 .............................2078  
RCA .........................................3079 .............................2079  
Samsung..................................3080, 3081 .........2080, 2081  
Sanyo.......................................3082 .............................2082  
Sony ........................................3083 .............................2083  
Zenith......................................3084 .............................2084  
PVR Codes  
Programmable for the VCR and AUX•HD  
buttons.  
PVR  
Replay ...........................................................................2086  
Phillips Tivo..................................................................2085  
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Using the TV’s Features  
Chapter Overview:  
• About the Channel Banner  
• Digital or Analog TV Channels  
• Parental Controls  
• How V-Chip Works for the USA and Canada  
• Auto Tuning Feature  
• Emergency Alert System (EAS)  
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Program Title/Acquiring Channel  
12:30 AM  
00:30 12:39 PM  
Ch 6-1 DNLJ  
Listening to English in SRS  
Cable Input  
16:9 Normal 1080i HD  
MPAA - Not Rated  
About the Channel Banner  
The Channel Banner appears when you press the INFO button on the remote. If an icon in the channel banner is grayed  
out (dim), the feature is not available. The following list describes the items on the Channel Banner screen (left to right and  
top to bottom). Other displays that are not described here are self-explanatory. When you change channels, the Channel  
Banner appears as a smaller version than what’s shown above.  
The icons change appearance to show the item’s status or availability.  
Program Title/Acquiring Channel Title of program (if available) or Acquiring Channel appears when tuning a channel.  
The time when the TV shuts off if the Sleep Timer is activated in the Time menu.  
12:30 AM  
Displays the time remaining before the TV tunes back to the channel where  
Commercial Skip was activated.  
00:30  
12:39 PM Current time if the Time feature is set in Time menu.  
Ch 61- DNLJ Current channel, subchannel (for digital channels) and the TV station call letters, if  
available.  
Antenna/Cable/Auto Tuning Displays type of signal (Antenna or Cable) you’re viewing or the Auto Tuning  
device you’re viewing.  
Listening to Displays when SAP is playing for an analog channel. For a digital channel, displays  
the currently playing audio mode. Also displays the audio processor in use.  
SAP or Audio Mode changes with SOUND button.  
16:9 Normal 1080i HD Displays the aspect ratio (4:3 or 16:9); original resolution of the broadcast, not the  
resolution of the TV; and HD (High Definition) or SD (Standard Definition). For  
more information about aspect ratio and broadcast resolution, go to page 2.  
Displays when Closed Captioning is available on the current channel and matches  
the format selected in the Caption Priority menu.  
SAP or Audio language icon appears when the current analog channel is  
broadcasting SAP (Second Audio Program) information or when current digital  
channel is broadcasting an alternate audio mode, respectively.  
Sound mode icons (mono, stereo, Dolby surround, four-channel surround, 4.1-  
channel surround, five-channel surround, etc.).  
Appears when a program can be recorded; otherwise, it is grayed out.  
Parental Control icon is displayed red and locked when the TV is locked, green and  
unlocked when the TV is unlocked, and yellow and unlocked when the TV is  
temporarily unlocked.  
MPAA - Not Rated V-Chip program rating (not the TV’s rating set up in Parental Control menu).  
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Digital or Analog TV Channels  
A single off-air antenna can pick up both analog and digital channels. Digital channels can be  
made up of primary channels and subchannels.  
Note: Subchannels (sometimes called minor channels) are channels associated with the  
Primary channel (sometimes called the major channel). A primary channel may have just  
one subchannel or multiple subchannels.  
Tip:  
Use the channel banner to determine  
whether a channel is digital or analog.  
A digital (ATSC or QAM) channel may  
have a dash and second number after  
it (e.g., 21-1); an analog channel (NTSC)  
doesn’t (e.g., Ch 21).  
Primary  
Channel  
Subchannel  
(if necessary)  
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60  
C8  
2
WLPJ  
Cable Input  
Listening to English in SRS  
4:3 Normal 480i SD  
MPAA - Not Rated  
Direct Tuning to a Channel  
1. Make sure the remote is in TV mode by pressing TV on the remote  
control.  
ON•OFF  
VCR  
TV  
TV button  
DVD AUDIO AUX•HD SAT•CABLE  
2. Enter the primary channel number. This number appears in the  
primary channel entry box. Press OK or wait a few seconds. If  
you don’t enter a subchannel, the TV tunes to the lowest digital  
subchannel.  
MUTE  
FORMAT  
H
H
V
C
3. If the primary channel number has fewer than six digits (for cable), or  
two digits (for antenna) and you want to enter subchannel numbers,  
press the right arrow button to advance to the subchannel entry box.  
BACKLIGHT  
SKIP  
GO BACK  
INFO  
GUIDE  
OK  
Right arrow  
4. Enter the number of the subchannel. This number appears in the  
subchannel entry box.  
MENU  
CLEAR  
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5. Press OK to tune to the channel or wait a few seconds and the TV  
tunes to the channel.  
Notes: You can always use the channel up and down buttons on  
the remote control to change channels within the TV mode.  
Tip  
If a digital and analog channel have the same primary  
channel number, tune to the analog channel by enter-  
ing the analog channel number or entering the analog  
channel number and then a subchannel of “0.”  
If you wait too long before entering the subchannel, the TV tunes  
to the lowest digital subchannel.  
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Parental Controls  
Main Menu  
The Parental Controls menu lets you set up the Locked and  
Unlocked channel lists, ratings, and blocking features:  
Go Back  
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The Parental Controls menu allows you to program your TV so that  
children cannot see certain programs, channels, or use the buttons on  
the front of the TV. The Parental Controls menu controls the software  
inside your TV (referred to as V-Chip) which lets you program your TV  
so it won’t display certain programs and movies based on violence, sex,  
or other content you may believe children should not view. Once you  
block programs, you or other adults can unblock programs by entering  
a password to unlock video or enter the password to edit the features in  
the Parental Controls menu. By default, the software inside your TV is  
Picture Quality  
Audio  
•Lock TV/Unlock TV: Choose to either lock or unlock the TV.  
•Video Input List: Choose the inputs to be seen or hidden.  
•Cable Channel List: Choose channels for the Cable Input.  
•Antenna Channel List: Choose channels for the Antenna Input.  
•USA V-Chip: Set rating limits for USA-rated shows.  
•Canada V-Chip: Set rating limits for Canada-rated shows.  
•V-Chip Unrated: Unrated and Exempt shows can be blocked.  
•Front Button Block: Choose if buttons are accessible or not.  
Parental Controls  
Connections  
Preferences  
Assisted Setup  
Press OK orꢀto access the Parental Controls menu.  
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urned “off,” so if you don’t want to use this feature, you can just ignore it.  
The options of the Parental Controls menu are Lock/Unlock TV, Video  
Input List, Cable Channel List, Antenna Channel List, USA V-Chip, Canada  
V-Chip, V-Chip Unrated, and Front Button Block.  
Lock/Unlock TV  
Main Menu  
ꢀParental Controls  
Enter new password:  
Go Back  
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Selecting this option lets you lock and unlock the parental controls and  
the TV using a password. It locks or unlocks channel lists. If the TV is  
unlocked when watching TV, you only see the channels that have a  
check mark in the Unlocked List (see Channel Lists below). If the TV is  
locked when watching TV, you only see the channels that are marked as  
Viewable in the Locked List. If the TV is locked, all channels can still be  
accessed by using the number buttons on the remote control but may not  
be viewed if they are blocked (enter password to see program).  
* * * *  
Lock TV  
Confirm new password:  
Video Input List  
Cable Channel List  
Antenna Ch. List  
USA V-Chip  
* * * *  
Locking the TV puts into effect all of the rating limits, the  
Locked List, and blocking features that you have set up in  
the Parental Controls menu.  
In order to lock the TV, enter the four-digit password you  
would like to use.  
Canada V-Chip  
V-Chip Unrated  
Front Button Block  
Locking the TV puts into effect the rating limits, the Locked  
List, and blocking features. Press OK to continue.  
Notes: When locking the TV, you’ll be asked to enter a password  
and then to re-enter the password a second time to re-confirm your  
password choice.  
Tip  
You must lock the TV for the parental controls settings  
to be enforced.  
If you do not lock the TV, none of the settings for V-Chip, channel  
block, and front panel block take effect.  
Main Menu  
ꢀParental Controls  
If you forget your password, simultaneously press and hold the MENU/  
OK button on the front panel and VOL- button on the remote for three  
seconds. This resets the password only and unlocks the TV; all other  
settings in Parental Controls are not changed.  
Unlocking the TV turns off the rating limits, the Locked List,  
and blocking features. The Unlocked List will be used instead  
of the Locked List.  
Go Back  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
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Unlock TV  
Do you want to unlock the TV?  
Video Input List  
Cable Channel List  
Antenna Ch. List  
USA V-Chip  
Point to "Yes" and press OK to unlock the TV.  
Point to "No" and press OK to cancel.  
Canada V-Chip  
V-Chip Unrated  
Front Button Block  
Yes  
No  
Warning: Unlocking the TV turns off the rating limits, the  
Locked List, and blocking features. Press OK to continue.  
Channel Lists (Video Input List, Cable Channel  
List, Antenna Ch. List)  
The channel lists contain the following information: major channel  
number, with sub-channel number only if it’s a digital channel; channel  
call letters, if available when channel is tuned; Locked List; and Unlocked  
List. The channels listed in Cable Channel List and Antenna Ch. List for  
off-air or cable sources are based on the channel search results. If a  
channel is not found by Channel Search, then it is not listed.  
Main Menu  
4Parental Controls  
Unlocked  
List  
Locked  
List  
Go Back  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
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Lock TV  
All Video Input  
Input 1  
Input 2  
Input 3  
Front Input  
HDMI  
Viewable  
Viewable  
Viewable  
Viewable  
Viewable  
Viewable  
Video Input List  
Cable Channel List  
Antenna Ch. List  
USA V-Chip  
Canada V-Chip  
V-Chip Unrated  
Front Button Block  
Press OK to edit the video input List. Each input can be  
added or deleted in the list and made blocked or viewable.  
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Editing Channels in the Channel Lists  
Main Menu4Parental Controls  
Unlocked  
List  
Locked  
List  
Go Back  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
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Channels can be edited through the Unlocked List and Locked List in the  
Cable and Antenna Channel List menus. Use the Unlocked List to remove  
a channel if you no longer want it in your channel list because you don’t  
like the program, for example. Remove or “hide” a channel from the  
Unlocked List by removing the check mark in the box. In the example to  
the left, channel 4 is removed from the Cable Channel List. If you decide  
later you want to view channel 4, access it using the number 4 button on  
the remote.  
Lock TV  
All Channels  
2
3
4
5
6
8
10  
11  
Viewable  
Viewable  
Video Input List  
Cable Channel List  
Antenna Ch. List  
USA V-Chip  
Viewable  
Viewable  
Viewable  
Viewable  
Viewable  
Viewable  
Viewable  
Canada V-Chip  
V-Chip Unrated  
Front Button Block  
Press OK to edit the video input List. Each input can be  
added or deleted in the list and made blocked or viewable.  
Use the Locked List to block a channel in your channel list if you don’t  
want children to view the channel, for example. Select Blocked in the  
Locked List to block a channel. In the example to the left, channel 8-2 is  
removed from the Antenna Ch. List. When the TV is locked, access the  
channel directly by using the number buttons on the remote control then  
enter your valid password to view the channel.  
Main Menu4Parental Controls  
Unlocked  
List  
Locked  
Go Back  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
List  
Lock TV  
All Channels  
2
3
4
8
8-1  
8-2  
8-3  
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Viewable  
Viewable  
Video Input List  
Cable Channel List  
Antenna Ch. List  
USA V-Chip  
Viewable  
Viewable  
Viewable  
Viewable  
Viewable  
Viewable  
Viewable  
Canada V-Chip  
V-Chip Unrated  
Front Button Block  
To save time, you can also add ALL or delete ALL channels in a list by  
changing the box or choice field in the line that says All Video Inputs  
or All Channels but be very careful because you could erase all of your  
selections.  
Press OK to edit the video input List. Each input can be  
added or deleted in the list and made blocked or viewable.  
Note: If a cable box is connected to the CABLE INPUT, the  
channel list can be edited for Cable Channel in the Cable  
Channel List menu. If a cable box is connected via INPUT1, the  
channel list cannot be edited.  
How V-Chip Works for the USA and Canada  
The V-Chip software reads a code that most broadcasters send with programs. That code tells the  
TV software 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 and the TV is locked and you tune to a program whose rating exceeds the  
rating limit you set, you will receive a message telling you that the program is blocked from  
viewing.  
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 and the TV is locked. With the  
V-Chip Unrated menu, you can also block out programs that have been given a rating of “Not  
Rated,” or “Exempt” and programs that are considered “unrated”. The TV age-based ratings and  
content themes you can block are in the table on the next page.  
USA V-Chip TV Ratings  
Main Menu  
4
Parental Controls  
4USA V-Chip  
The V-Chip TV rating limits are set with this screen.  
The TV must be locked for the rating limits to be enforced.  
Go Back  
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The USA V-Chip TV Rating lets you decide which TV programs can and  
V-Chip TV Rating  
V-Chip Movie Rating  
cannot be viewed. To set TV programming limits:  
Rating Content  
Rating Status  
D
L
B
V
V
S
B
V
V
V
B
V
V
FV  
"TV-MA" Blocked  
"TV-14" Blocked  
"TV-PG" Blocked  
"TV-G" Blocked  
"TV-Y7" Blocked  
"TV-Y" Blocked  
1. Choose Parental Controls from the Main menu. If Parental Controls  
V
V
have previously been locked, you must enter your password.  
B
2. Highlight and select USA V-Chip.  
3. Highlight and select V-Chip TV Rating.  
Press OK to set the age-based TV rating limit and content  
theme limit.  
4. Once you get to the V-Chip TV Rating screen, use the arrow buttons  
and OK on your remote to change the status of a TV program rating  
or content theme from Viewable to Blocked.  
Proceed to the next sections for more details about how to change the  
status of TV program limits.  
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USA V-Chip Rating Limit Screen  
The following is an example of where items are located within the V-Chip TV Rating screen below the USA V-Chip menu.  
Rating Status Field  
Lets you select whether the status of the age-based  
Content Themes  
Lists the content themes you  
Rating Field  
Lets you select from a  
rating limit to the left is Viewable or Blocked.  
can block or view.  
list of age-based ratings  
Main Menu  
4
Parental Controls  
4USA V-Chip  
you can block or view.  
The V-Chip TV rating limits are set with this screen.  
The TV must be locked for the rating limits to be enforced.  
Go Back  
0
1
2
Content Status Fields  
Lets you select which con-  
tent themes to view for the  
selected rating, and whether  
the status of the content  
theme is currently Viewable  
(V) or Blocked (B).  
V-Chip TV Rating  
V-Chip Movie Rating  
Rating Content  
Rating Settings  
Area  
Rating Status  
D
L
B
V
V
S
B
V
V
V
B
V
V
FV  
"TV-MA" Blocked  
"TV-14" Blocked  
"TV-PG" Blocked  
"TV-G" Blocked  
"TV-Y7" Blocked  
"TV-Y" Blocked  
V
V
Lets you see the current  
block/view state of  
age-based ratings and  
associated content. The  
Viewable (V) settings are  
coded in green, and the  
Blocked (B) settings are  
coded in red.  
B
Press OK to set the age-based TV rating limit and content  
theme limit.  
Age-Based  
Rating  
USA Description and Content Themes for Age-Based Ratings  
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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Blocking Age-Based Ratings  
You can automatically block all program ratings above a specified age-based rating level. For  
example, if you only want your child to watch programs that have a TV-G rating and lower (in  
other words, you want the child to watch TV-G, TV-Y7, and TV-Y), then you need to block out  
higher ratings.  
To block programs with higher ratings:  
1. First, determine the lowest level rating you don’t want the child to watch (see chart of age-  
based ratings on previous page).  
2. Highlight the lowest rating you do not want the child to watch. In the example discussed  
above, you would highlight TV-PG, since the highest rating you want the child to watch is  
TV-G.  
3. Press the OK button to toggle between Viewable and Blocked. The status for the rating listed  
to the right and all higher ratings automatically change to Blocked (and B).  
4. Select Lock TV from the Parental Controls menu. Enter a password and re-enter password a  
second time to confirm the password.  
Viewing Age-Based Ratings  
After you block age-based ratings, you have the option of changing some  
Hierarchy of Age-Based Ratings  
TV-MA  
TV-14  
TV-PG  
TV-G  
Mature Audience Only  
Parents Strongly Cautioned  
Parental Guidance Suggested  
General Audience  
of the ratings back to Viewable (V).  
1. Determine which blocked rating you want to view.  
2. Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight the rating with a  
status of Blocked.  
3. Press the OK button to select Viewable.  
TV-Y7  
Directed to Children 7 years  
and older  
Notes: The content status fields corresponding to the unblocked  
rating become Viewable as well. They and the age-based rating  
status are the only fields that automatically change back to  
Viewable when you complete this process.  
TV-Y  
All Children  
You must remember to lock the TV as described above for rating  
limits to take effect.  
Blocking Specific Content Themes  
You can block programs based on their content. When you block a content theme for a particular rating, you  
automatically block that content theme for higher rated programs as well.  
For example, if you do not want your child to watch programs that have adult language (L) rated TV-PG or higher,  
then you could block out all programming TV-PG and above containing adult language.  
To block program content:  
1. Determine the lowest level of content you don’t want the child to watch.  
2. Use the up and down arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the age-based ratings that correspond with the  
lowest content you do not want the child to watch. (In the example above, you would highlight TV-PG.)  
3. Press the OK button to change content status from (V) Viewable to (B) Blocked. All higher ratings’ content  
themes change to Blocked.  
Notes: Broadcasters are not required to provide content themes or age-based ratings.  
You must remember to lock the TV as described above for rating limits to take effect.  
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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  
content themes back to (V) Viewable:  
1. Determine the content themes you want to change to (V) Viewable.  
Content Themes  
2. Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight the age-based rating  
whose content theme you want to change to Viewable.  
D
L
Sexually explicit dialogue  
Adult language  
Sexual situations  
Violence  
3. Press the OK button to change its status back to V. Your child would  
then be able to watch programs with TV-14 adult language content,  
but not programs with TV-PG or TV-MA language content.  
S
V
FV  
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.  
Fantasy Violence  
4. Select Lock TV from the Parental Controls menu. Enter a password  
and re-enter password a second time to confirm the password.  
V-Chip Movie Rating Limit  
Main Menu  
4
Parental Controls  
4USA V-Chip  
The V-Chip MPAA movie rating limits are set in this screen.  
The TV must be locked for the rating limits to be enforced.  
Go Back  
0
1
2
You set movie (MPAA) rating limits by blocking movies rated above a  
specified rating. How to block and view movie ratings is explained in the  
next two sections.  
V-Chip TV Rating  
V-Chip Movie Rating  
Rating  
"X"  
Status  
Blocked  
B
B
B
Blocked  
Blocked  
Blocked  
Viewable  
Viewable  
Viewable  
"NC-17"  
"R"  
Not Rated  
Movies  
Viewable  
"PG-13"  
"PG"  
To access the V-Chip Movie Rating menu:  
1. Press MENU on the remote control (the Main Menu appears).  
2. Select Parental Controls.  
"G"  
Press OK to set the movie rating limits which are enforced  
when the TV is locked.  
3. Select USA V-Chip.  
4. Select V-Chip Movie Rating.  
Blocking Movie Ratings  
If you only want your child to watch movies that have a PG rating and lower (in other words, movies rated PG and G),  
then you could automatically block out all other movies with higher ratings.  
To block movies:  
1. Highlight the rating that is the lowest rating you don’t want the child to watch. (In the example above, you would  
highlight the rating status button corresponding to PG-13, since the highest rating you want the child to watch is  
PG.)  
2. Press the OK button to change the button from Viewable to Blocked. All higher ratings automatically change to  
Blocked.  
3. Lock the TV as described above for rating limits to take effect.  
Note: Some movies may be given a Not Rated (NR) rating. After blocking movie ratings, you must set NR to  
Viewable separately to view NR movies.  
Viewing Movie Ratings  
After you block movie ratings, you have the option of changing some of the rating status buttons back to Viewable:  
1. Highlight the rating you want to view.  
2. Press the OK button to change the button from Blocked to Viewable.  
For example, if movies with a rating of PG-13 and higher are blocked, you can change the rating status  
corresponding with NC-17. Your child would then be able to watch all movies with a G, PG, and NC-17 Rating.  
3. Lock the TV as described above for rating limits to take effect.  
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Canada V-Chip  
Canadian TV V-Chip supports two different Canadian rating systems: English and French.  
Age-Based  
Rating  
Canada V-Chip English 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.  
18+  
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+  
C (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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Age-Based  
Rating  
Canada V-Chip French Rating System  
Adults. Programming is for adults only. This program contains sustained violence or extremely  
violent scenes.  
18+  
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+  
13+  
13+ (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.  
8+ (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.  
8+  
G
G (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.  
Canada V-Chip  
The English or French Canada V-Chip TV Rating lets you decide which  
TV programs can and cannot be viewed. To set TV programming limits:  
Main Menu  
4
Parental Controls  
4Canada V-Chip  
You may not need to set the options on this screen unless  
you live in or near Canada.  
The TV must be locked for the rating limits to be enforced.  
Go Back  
0
English Ratings  
1
French Ratings  
2
Rating  
"18+"  
"14+"  
"PG"  
Status  
Blocked  
B
B
B
Blocked  
Blocked  
Blocked  
Viewable  
Viewable  
Viewable  
1. Choose Parental Controls from the Main menu. If Parental Controls  
Not Rated  
Movies  
(TV) have previously been locked, you must enter your password.  
Blocked  
"G"  
"C8+"  
"C"  
2. Highlight Canada V-Chip and select either Canada’s English Ratings  
or French Ratings.  
Press OK to block or view programs with this rating and  
corresponding themes. Press to return to the menu.  
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3. Once you get to the English or French Ratings screen, use the  
arrow buttons and OK on your remote to change the status of a TV  
program rating or content theme from Viewable to Blocked.  
V-Chip Unrated Program Block  
Main Menu  
4Parental Controls  
Go Back  
0
Selecting this option lets you decide if programs that the V-Chip recognizes  
as “Unrated” (USA) and “Exempt” (Canada) can be viewed. Note that  
“Unrated” and “Exempt” TV programs may include news, sports,  
political, religious, local and weather programs, emergency bulletins,  
public announcements, and programs without ratings, the movie rating  
“N/A,” and the TV rating “None” and the Canadian rating of “Exempt.”  
Block Unrated and Exempt Programs  
View Unrated and Exempt Programs  
Lock TV  
1
Video Input List  
2
Note: "Unrated" and "Exempt" TV programs may include  
news, sports, political, religious, local and weather  
programs, emergency bulletins, public announcements,  
programs without ratings, the Movie rating "N/A",  
the USA TV rating "None", and the Canadian rating of  
"Exempt" (E).  
Cable Channel List  
3
Antenna Ch. List  
4
USA V-Chip  
5
Canada V-Chip  
6
The TV must be locked for the V-Chip Unrated feature to be  
enforced.  
V-Chip Unrated  
7
Front Button Block  
8
Unrated programming can either be blocked or viewable when  
the TV is locked. Press OK to continue.  
Block Unrated and Exempt Programs All unrated and exempt  
programs are available.  
View Unrated and Exempt Programs All unrated and exempt  
programs are not available.  
Note: You must remember to lock the TV for rating limits to take  
effect.  
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Front Button Block  
Main Menu  
4Parental Controls  
Go Back  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Selecting this option lets you block (disable) or unblock (enable) the TV’s  
front buttons. The remote still tunes to any channel. Front Panel Block  
can:  
Front Buttons Blocked  
Lock TV  
Front Buttons Unblocked  
Video Input List  
When the buttons on the TV are blocked and the TV is  
locked, only the remote will control the TV. This keeps  
children from playing with the buttons. It also keeps  
children from watching TV when a guardian is not  
present (you must hide the remote for this to be effective.)  
Cable Channel List  
Antenna Ch. List  
•
•
Keep children from watching TV when the parent is not present.  
Keep young children from playing with the buttons on the TV.  
USA V-Chip  
Note: If power to the TV is lost for a prolonged time (e.g.,  
due to a power outage) the buttons become unblocked.  
Canada V-Chip  
V-Chip Unrated  
Front Button Block  
Press OK to block (disable) the buttons on the front of the TV.  
Only the remote will control the TV.  
(When using this as a Parental Control method, you should remove  
access to any remote that is capable of operating the television.)  
Don’t forget to lock the TV after you select Blocked. If you do not, the  
front panel block will not take effect.  
Note: If power to the TV is lost for an extended period, the buttons  
become unblocked. Blocking the front buttons does not disable the  
front input jacks.  
Main Menu  
4Connections  
Auto Tuning Feature  
Select which input or channel should be automatically tuned  
Go Back  
0
1
2
3
4
5
when a button listed below is pressed on the remote control.  
The way you set up the Auto Tuning feature in the TV’s menu  
corresponds to the device buttons on the remote and the way you have  
each device connected to your TV. When you set auto tuning, you’re  
telling the TV what channel or input to tune to when you press the VCR,  
DVD, AUDIO, AUX•HD, or SAT•CABLE button on the remote control.  
This is especially useful for going directly to an input like  
HDMI/DVI.  
Signal Strength  
Channel Search  
Signal Source  
Auto Tuning  
VCR  
Front Input  
AUDIO (Audio Receiver/Amp)  
Not Connected  
VCR2  
RCA SAT2  
Not Connected  
Not Connected  
DVD  
Input 2  
Special Features  
SAT-CABLE (Satellite or Cable Box)  
Not Connected  
Press OK to select the channel or input that is tuned when  
the VCR key is pressed on the remote.  
Notes: The AUX•HD button by default is set up for an RCA HDTV Tuner  
receiver.  
ON•OFF  
VCR  
TV  
If you have two RCA satellite receivers, you can control each separately.  
Program the second receiver with the AUX•HD button using the 5001  
code. Then use the RCA SAT2 option in the auto tuning menu to set auto  
tuning.  
DVD AUDIO AUX•HD SAT•CABLE  
With the Auto Tuning feature, you can set up  
the TV to tune to the channel or input you want  
to watch by pressing that device’s button. Auto  
Tuning for the TV button cannot be set.  
1. Press MENU (the Main Menu appears).  
2. Highlight Connections and press OK.  
3. Highlight Auto Tuning and press OK.  
4. Highlight the device button field and continually press OK to scroll  
through the selection of inputs.  
The choices and a brief explanation follow:  
Not Connected Choose this if you don’t have this particular device  
connected to the TV, or if you don’t want the TV to automatically tune  
to the correct channel when you press one of the device buttons on the  
remote.  
Channel 2, 3 or 4 Cable Input Device is connected to the CABLE  
INPUT jack on the back of the TV, and you want the TV to tune to  
channel 2, 3, or 4 when you press the corresponding button on the  
remote. Reminder: make sure the device’s Channel 2/3 or 3/4 switch is  
set to match the channel you choose in Auto Tuning.  
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Channel 2, 3 or 4 Antenna Input Device is connected to the ANTENNA INPUT jack on the back  
of the TV, and you want the TV to tune to channel 2, 3, or 4 when you press the corresponding  
button on the remote. Reminder: make sure the device’s Channel 2/3 or 3/4 switch is set to match  
the channel you choose in Auto Tuning.  
Input 1 Device is connected to the Input 1 Video (V) or S-VIDEO jack on the back of the TV and  
you want the TV to tune to the Video Input Channel when you press the corresponding button.  
Input 2, Input 3 Compatible video source, such as a DVD player or satellite receiver, is  
connected to the Input 2 or 3 COMPONENT/COMPOSITE INPUT jacks (Y/Video, Pb, Pr) on the  
back of the TV and you want the TV to tune to the composite/component video input when you  
press the corresponding button.  
Front Input Device is connected to the VIDEO IN jack on the front of the TV and you want the  
TV to tune to the front Video Input Channel when you press the corresponding button.  
HDMI Device is connected to the HDMI/DVI jack on the back of the TV and you want the TV to  
tune to this input when you press the corresponding button.  
Emergency Alert System (EAS)  
The EAS works only if you have a digital cable card connected to the CableCARD slot on the back  
of the TV. Your cable company informs you of emergency alert information related to your state  
or local-level emergencies, such as Flash Flood Warnings, Severe Thunderstorm Warnings, and  
Tornado Watches. When your TV receives a state or local-level emergency, a message is displayed  
that lasts approximately 2 minutes, but can be replayed if necessary. During this time, you can’t  
clear the information being displayed. In the rare event that there is an national-level emergency,  
your TV would tune to a channel broadcasting the emergency information.  
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System  
Chapter Overview:  
• Menus, On-Screen Help, and Control Panels  
• Picture Quality Menu  
• Audio Menu  
• Connections Menu  
• Preferences Menu  
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Menus, On-screen Help, and Control Panels  
This section highlights your TV’s on-screen menu system. The menu system has several types of  
screens. An overview follows.  
Note: The Parental Controls menu items is discussed in the Features chapter, while  
Assisted Setup is discussed in the Connections and Setup chapter.  
Navigating the Menu System  
The first menu you see when you press the MENU button on the remote is  
Main Menu  
The Picture Quality menu has screens for optimizing the  
picture for each of the TV's inputs:  
Go Back  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
Picture Quality  
•Picture Settings: Adjust the levels that affect the picture.  
•Picture Presets: Choose preset levels of Picture Settings.  
•Auto Color: Correct the color from channel to channel.  
•Color Warmth: Adjust the color to Cool, Warm, or Normal.  
•Noise Reduction: Reduce picture "static" or interference.  
•Green Stretch: Intensify and enhance shades of green.  
•Edge Enhancement: Make the picture's edges sharper.  
•Contrast Expand: Intensify and enhance shades of black.  
•Advanced Settings: Fine-tune the picture and its position.  
Audio  
called the Main Menu. To use the Main Menu:  
Parental Controls  
Connections  
1. Press the MENU button (the Main Menu appears).  
Preferences  
Assisted Setup  
2. Use the arrow buttons (left, right, up, down) to move through the menu  
and highlight different options.  
Press OK or  
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to access the Picture Quality menu.  
3. Press the OK button to select a highlighted item.  
Tips  
Note: Press the number button on the remote that matches the number  
A shortcut method to access a menu item is to press  
the number button on the remote that matches the  
number next to the on-screen menu. For example, in  
the Main Menu, press 2 to go straight to the Audio  
menu.  
next to the on-screen menu to select the option.  
To exit the Main Menu:  
•
Press CLEAR. The on-screen displays are cleared from the screen and you  
return to TV viewing.  
Feel free to explore the menu system. If you’re ever  
unsure where you are in the menu system, look at  
the menu path at the top (for example, Main Menu,  
Picture Quality) or if you’re just tired of exploring,  
press CLEAR to remove the menus from the screen  
and start over again.  
•
•
Press MENU.  
Press 0 (Go Back) or GO BACK on the remote.  
Menu path  
On-Screen Help  
Information appears on most screens to assist you in understanding your menu  
selection. To the right of the highlighted menu item is a display area that might  
provide text for the item selected along with any submenu items. In addition,  
a menu path appears at the top of the screen to let you know where you are  
in the menu system. At the bottom of the screen are two lines of help text that  
explain the currently highlighted item.  
Main Menu  
4Connections  
Select which input or channel should be automatically tuned  
Go Back  
0
1
2
3
4
5
when a button listed below is pressed on the remote control.  
Signal Strength  
Channel Search  
Signal Source  
Auto Tuning  
VCR  
Front Input  
AUDIO (Audio Receiver/Amp)  
Not Connected  
VCR2  
RCA SAT2  
Not Connected  
Not Connected  
DVD  
Input 2  
Special Features  
SAT-CABLE (Satellite or Cable Box)  
Not Connected  
Press OK to select the channel or input that is tuned when  
the VCR key is pressed on the remote.  
Controls  
Highlighted menu  
selection  
Help text  
Controls let you adjust the default settings of your TV. You can choose a setting,  
enter a number, or adjust a level such as tint or brightness. There are four types  
of controls:  
•
•
•
•
Sliders  
Choice lists (check boxes, radio buttons)  
Alpha/numeric entries  
Menu (action, choice fields)  
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Sliders  
Sliders are used to select a specific point of a control that has continuous levels.  
To make adjustments:  
1. Highlight the slider for the feature you want to adjust.  
2. Press the up or down arrow button to adjust the indicator on a vertical  
slider. Press the left or right arrow button to adjust the indicator on a  
horizontal slider.  
50%  
50%  
50%  
Choice Lists  
Check boxes and radio buttons are used to select options from a list. Check  
boxes let you select one or more options. A radio button lets you select only  
one option.  
1. Use the arrow buttons to move left/right/up/down.  
Check boxes  
Radio buttons  
2. Press OK to select a radio button; press OK to select or de-select a check  
box.  
Turn TV On at:  
+
Turn TV Off at:  
+
Numeric Entries  
1:15  
12:00  
pm  
pm  
-
-
Numeric entry fields are used to enter numbers, passwords, and time values.  
The number buttons on the remote and the arrow, channel up/down, volume  
up/down, and MENU/OK buttons on the front panel can be used to enter the  
information.  
1. Use the left/right arrow button to highlight the field.  
2. To enter time values, such as the Wake-Up Timer, highlight the + or - field  
and press OK to change the time, or simply use the number buttons. To  
enter passwords, you must use the number buttons.  
Go Back  
On-screen Menu Items  
0
1
2
3
The on-screen menu items are used to access the information and/or change  
the settings of the specific item highlighted. Highlight the item with the up  
and down arrow buttons. Then press OK or right arrow button to access the  
item’s information. To make a selection in one step, press the number button  
corresponding to the item.  
Picture Settings  
Picture Presets  
Auto Color  
Start  
Action Buttons  
An on-screen button that performs the action labelled on the button is an action  
button. Press the right arrow button to highlight and press OK to select.  
VCR  
Choice Fields  
Front Input  
A choice field cycles through at least two or more choices. Press OK to select  
the next entry within the choice field. Moving the highlight to a different choice  
field, pressing CLEAR, or exiting the menu saves the selection previously made.  
VCR2  
Not Connected  
DVD  
Input 2  
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Picture Quality Menu  
The Picture Quality menu contains menus to configure video settings: Picture  
Settings, Picture Presets, Auto Color, Color Warmth, Noise Reduction, Green  
Stretch, Edge Enhancement, Contrast Expand, and Advanced Settings. Each one  
is described below.  
The Picture Quality menu has screens for optimizing the  
picture for each of the TV's inputs:  
Go Back  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
Picture Quality  
•Picture Settings: Adjust the levels that affect the picture.  
•Picture Presets: Choose preset levels of Picture Settings.  
•Auto Color: Correct the color from channel to channel.  
•Color Warmth: Adjust the color to Cool, Warm, or Normal.  
•Noise Reduction: Reduce picture "static" or interference.  
•Green Stretch: Intensify and enhance shades of green.  
•Edge Enhancement: Make the picture's edges sharper.  
•Contrast Expand: Intensify and enhance shades of black.  
•Advanced Settings: Fine-tune the picture and its position.  
Audio  
Parental Controls  
Connections  
Preferences  
Assisted Setup  
Press OK or  
4
to access the Picture Quality menu.  
Note: When changing an item in the Picture Quality menu, the graphics  
become transparent so you can see how your adjustments affect the  
picture.  
To access the Picture Quality menu:  
1. Press MENU on the remote control (the Main Menu appears).  
2. Highlight Picture Quality and press OK (the Picture Quality options appear).  
Note: When making Picture Quality changes, inputs are all adjusted  
independent of each other. Digital cable and antenna channels are  
adjusted independent of analog cable and antenna channels.  
Picture Settings  
The Picture Settings menu displays five slider controls for adjusting the way the  
Main Menu  
4Picture Quality  
The Personal picture presets settings are:  
Go Back  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Picture Settings  
Picture Presets  
Auto Color  
picture looks. Your options under the Picture Settings menu are:  
Contrast Difference between the light and dark areas of the picture.  
Color Warmth  
Noise Reduction  
Green Stretch  
Edge Enhancement  
Contrast Expand  
Advanced Settings  
5
50%  
50%  
5
50%  
50%  
5
50%  
Color The richness of the color.  
Black  
Level  
Contrast  
Color  
Tint  
Sharpness  
Tint The balance between the red and green levels.  
Black Level The brightness of the picture.  
Sharpness The crispness of the edges in the picture.  
Picture Settings lets you adjust aspects of the picture you  
are viewing. Press OK to adjust the picture settings.  
To create picture settings for the video inputs:  
1. Press the INPUT button while in the Picture Settings menu until the correct  
Video Input Channel appears in the upper right corner.  
2. Press the right and left arrow buttons on the remote control to select the  
slider.  
3. Press the up and down arrow buttons to operate the slider. The setting is  
changed and saved to the Input you’re currently tuned.  
Picture Presets  
Main Menu  
4Picture Quality  
Go Back  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
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Vibrant Day  
Natural  
Contrast  
Color  
Tint  
Black Level  
Sharpness  
65%  
70%  
55%  
60%  
55%  
Picture Presets displays a choice list that lets you select one of the six preset  
picture settings: Vibrant (Day), Natural, Cinematic (Night), Videogame,  
Professional, and Personal.  
Picture Settings  
Picture Presets  
Auto Color  
Cinematic (Night)  
Videogame  
Professional  
Personal  
Auto Color  
On  
Cool  
Color Warmth  
Noise Reduction  
Green Stretch  
Edge Enhancement  
Contrast Expand  
Color Warmth  
Noise Reduction  
Green Stretch  
Edge Enhancement  
Contrast Expand  
Advanced Settings  
Frame Comb  
High  
Low  
High  
Choose your setting based on the degree of lighting in your room. After you  
select a preset, the settings listed to the right are adjusted automatically.  
A change in this screen is applied to Input 3.  
Press 5 or 6 to point to an option, then press OK to select it.  
Press 3 to return to the menu.  
If you choose Personal, you can customize each picture quality setting to your  
desired level, and a message appears asking if you want to save those settings.  
After you’ve saved your personal settings, you can go back into the menu and  
select a different picture preset. For example, if you normally use Personal but  
want to watch a show in Vibrant (Day) lighting, choose Vibrant (Day), watch  
the show, and then afterwards return to your customized settings by choosing  
Personal. The PRESETS button on the remote works with Picture Presets. Go to  
the Remote chapter for more information.  
Tip  
To create a temporary personal setting, make your  
changes and when the message appears asking if  
you want to save the setting, select No. The preset is  
saved until you change the channel or input.  
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Main Menu  
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Picture Quality  
Auto Color  
Go Back  
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On  
Off  
Picture Settings  
Picture Presets  
Auto Color  
Auto Color minimizes the flesh tone variations of the TV picture. Choose On or  
Off, depending on your preference.  
When Auto Color is set to On, it minimizes flesh tone  
variations.  
Color Warmth  
Noise Reduction  
Green Stretch  
Edge Enhancement  
Contrast Expand  
Advanced Settings  
A change in this screen is applied to Input 2.  
Press 5 or 6  
it. Press 3to return to the menu.  
to point to an option, then press OK to select  
Color Warmth  
Color Warmth automatically adjusts the color temperature of the picture. The  
Main Menu  
4Picture Quality  
Go Back  
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Cool  
Normal  
Warm  
Picture Settings  
Picture Presets  
Auto Color  
Color Warmth automatically adjusts the "temperature" of  
the picture. Cool gives a more blue pallete of picture colors.  
Warm gives a more red pallete of picture colors.  
feature lets you set one of three automatic color adjustments:  
Color Warmth  
Noise Reduction  
Green Stretch  
Edge Enhancement  
Contrast Expand  
Advanced Settings  
Cool More blue.  
Normal Standard picture color.  
Warm More red.  
A change in this screen is applied to Input 2.  
Press 5 or  
6
to point to an option, then press OK to select  
it. Press 3to return to the menu.  
Noise Reduction  
Main Menu4Picture Quality  
Go Back  
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Frame Comb  
Adaptive  
Off  
Noise Reduction displays a list that lets you set one of the three settings that  
allows you to reduce picture “static” or any type of interference. A different  
Noise Reduction setting can be stored for each input, but only applies to  
devices connected to the composite inputs. You can set the Noise Reduction to  
Frame Comb, Adaptive, or Off. The settings are explained in the on-screen help  
text.  
Picture Settings  
Picture Presets  
Auto Color  
Noise Reduction reduces the appearance of video noise  
on composite video sources, giving a smoother picture.  
For other sources of video, the Noise Reduction is not active.  
Color Warmth  
Noise Reduction  
Green Stretch  
Edge Enhancement  
Contrast Expand  
Advanced Settings  
The Frame Comb setting provides a constant level of  
improvement. In the Adaptive setting additional filtering  
is applied, increasing only as the noise content increases.  
A change in this screen is applied to Input 2.  
Press 5 or 6 to point to an option, then press OK to select  
it. Press 3to return to the menu.  
Green Stretch  
Green Stretch makes green “greener” and increases the saturation. For example,  
nature shows and sporting events are especially enhanced by this feature. The  
options are Off, Low, and High.  
Main Menu4Picture Quality  
Go Back  
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Off  
Low  
High  
Picture Settings  
Picture Presets  
Auto Color  
Color Warmth  
Noise Reduction  
Green Stretch  
Edge Enhancement  
Contrast Expand  
Advanced Settings  
A change in this screen is applied to Input 2.  
Press 5 or 6 to point to an option, then press OK to select  
it. Press 3to return to the menu.  
Main Menu  
4Picture Quality  
Edge Enhancement  
Edge Enhancement makes the edges of the video steeper, sharper, and crisper.  
There are three options for the edge enhancement: Off, Low, or High. If artifacts  
appear in the video, change the setting to Low or Off.  
Go Back  
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Off  
Low  
High  
Picture Settings  
Picture Presets  
Auto Color  
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Edge Enhancement "replaces" gradual edge transitions in  
the video with steeper edges. This creates a picture with  
sharper edges.  
Color Warmth  
Noise Reduction  
Green Stretch  
Edge Enhancement  
Contrast Expand  
Advanced Settings  
A change in this screen is applied to Input 2.  
Press 5 or 6 to point to an option, then press OK to select  
it. Press 3to return to the menu.  
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Contrast Expand  
Contrast Expand makes the picture appear brighter by deepening the black parts  
of the picture. This also helps to maintain a more consistent black level from one  
scene to the next. The options are Off, Low, and High.  
Main Menu4Picture Quality  
Go Back  
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Off  
Low  
High  
Picture Settings  
Picture Presets  
Auto Color  
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Color Warmth  
Noise Reduction  
Green Stretch  
Edge Enhancement  
Contrast Expand  
Advanced Settings  
A change in this screen is applied to Input 2.  
Press 5 or 6 to point to an option, then press OK to select  
it. Press 3to return to the menu.  
Main Menu  
4Picture Quality  
Advanced Settings  
Go Back  
The Advanced Settings menu has screens that let you  
enhance picture performance:  
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Picture Settings  
Picture Presets  
Auto Color  
The Advanced Settings option lets you enhance picture performance and adjust  
picture position. When you select Advanced Settings, a submenu appears with  
options:  
•Film Mode: Improve the quality of movie playback.  
•Horizontal Position: Center the picture left/right.  
•Vertical Position: Center the picture up/down.  
•Smoothing Adjust: Improve picture sharpness and clarity.  
•Reset Controls: Sets this input's settings to factory defaults.  
Color Warmth  
Noise Reduction  
Green Stretch  
Edge Enhancement  
Contrast Expand  
Advanced Settings  
Film Mode Automatically detects video sources that were originally  
recorded on film and converted to a different format. Film mode modifies  
the converted signal so it looks as close as possible to the original, a process  
called reverse 3:2 pulldown. Film mode is applied to all inputs. Options are:  
Press OK or  
4
to access the Advanced Settings menu.  
• Advanced The default and recommended setting.  
• On Used in circumstances when the TV is to be used solely with  
film-based sources.  
• Off Use this setting if you think the reverse 3:2 pulldown is causing  
distortions in your picture.  
Horizontal Position Allows you to adjust the picture left and right. Press  
the right arrow button to move the slider right and move the picture to  
the right. Press the left arrow button to move the slider left and move the  
picture to the left.  
Vertical Position Allows you to adjust the picture up and down. Press  
the right arrow button to move the slider right and move the picture up.  
Press the left arrow button to move the slider left and move the picture  
down.  
Smoothing Adjust Allows you to adjust the lines of the picture so they  
appear smooth. Press the left/right arrow buttons to move the lines in the  
test pattern until they’re smooth.  
Reset Controls Menu button resets all Picture Quality controls to their  
original factory settings (except Personal Picture Preset, Horizontal and  
Vertical Position, and Smoothing Adjust) for the currently tuned input (see  
on-screen text). To reset the settings, you must:  
1. Tune to the input you would like to reset.  
2. Press MENU to access the Main Menu.  
3. From the Advanced Settings menu, select Reset Controls, and then  
select Reset to reset the settings for the currently tuned input.  
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Audio Menu  
The Audio menu lets you adjust audio output. To access the Audio menu,  
press MENU on the remote, and then select Audio from the main menu. The  
following audio items can be adjusted: Equalizer Presets, Audio Processor, Sound  
Logic, Audio Mode, SAP, Balance, and Audio Connections.  
Main Menu  
Go Back  
The Audio menu has screens for setting the audio features  
and for tweaking the sound:  
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Picture Quality  
•Equalizer Presets: Select a preset or adjust the equalizer.  
•Audio Processor: Choose the way for programs to sound.  
•Sound Logic: Turn it on to minimize variations in volume.  
•Audio Mode: Select default or current audio for digital TV.  
•SAP: Turn on SAP to hear different audio for NTSC sources.  
•Balance: Shift the audio between the left and right speakers.  
•Audio Connections: Set up to match your sound system.  
Audio  
Parental Controls  
Connections  
Preferences  
Assisted Setup  
Press OK or4to access the Audio menu.  
Equalizer Presets  
Main Menu  
Flat  
ꢀAudio  
Go Back  
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Videogame Preset Settings  
Standard  
Cinematic  
Music  
Equalizer Presets  
Audio Processor  
Sound Logic  
Audio Mode  
SAP  
You can select one of the seven-band Equalizer Presets or create your own  
personal preset. The seven-band graphic equalizer lets you adjust the audio  
frequency settings. The equalizer can only be changed if the Fixed/Variable  
Audio Output is set to Variable Output, Speakers On in the Audio Connections  
menu. If the Fixed/Variable Audio Output is set to Fixed Output, you cannot  
make changes to the equalizer and the bands are set to 0dB. However, the  
graphic equalizer levels for Variable Output, Speakers On are stored in memory  
in case you switch from Fixed Output back to Variable Output, Speakers On.  
+12 dB  
Voice  
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Videogame  
Video Camera  
Personal  
-12 dB  
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Audio Connections  
For each input select a different equalizer preset or create a  
Personal preset with the equalizer. Press OK to continue.  
Note: Equalizer Presets are stored for each input. All other audio feature  
settings are stored globally across all inputs and not per input.  
Audio Processor  
The Audio Processor displays a choice list of available audio modes, which  
control the way the sound comes through your speakers when the TV is set to  
using the Variable Output. The selected setting affects all inputs and tuners.  
Main Menu  
Select a default for NTSC (analog) sources:  
Mono  
ꢀAudio  
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Equalizer Presets  
Audio Processor  
Sound Logic  
Audio Mode  
SAP  
Stereo  
Select a default for sound expansion:  
Off  
SRS  
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SRS FOCUS  
Balance  
To create the settings:  
Audio Connections  
A change in this screen is applied to all inputs.  
Press ꢁ or ꢂ to point to an option, then press OK to select it.  
Press ꢃ to return to the menu.  
1. Press the MENU button (the Main Menu appears).  
2. Select Audio, and then Audio Processor. The following options appear:  
Mono Plays the sound in monophonic audio only. This should only be  
used when the stereo signal is weak. The channel banner displays the word  
Mono when you have selected Mono and SRS is turned off.  
Stereo Splits the incoming stereo audio signal into left and right front  
channels. Most TV programs and recorded materials have stereo audio. The  
channel banner displays the word Stereo when you have selected Stereo  
and SRS is turned off.  
The following options are available only if the Fixed/Variable Output is set to  
Variable Output, Speakers On in the Audio Connections menu:  
Off No SRS processing is applied to the audio.  
Adds greater depth and stereo separation to stereo audio signals.  
Delivers a panoramic 3-D sound stage from stereo material. Use the SRS  
FOCUS adjustment on the right to adjust the clarity.  
SRS and (  
) symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.  
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Sound Logic  
Main Menu  
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Off  
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Equalizer Presets  
Audio Processor  
Sound Logic  
Audio Mode  
SAP  
Acting like a dynamic range limiter; it compresses the dynamic range to limit  
sudden volume increases (for example, the sudden increase in volume you  
sometimes hear when a commercial starts). Choose On or Off, depending on  
your preference.  
Turning Sound Logic on will monitor a program's audio  
track and limit volume excursions to a minimum and  
maximum volume range from the current volume setting.  
Acting like a dynamic range limiter, it compresses the  
dynamic range to limit sudden volume increases (for  
example, the sudden increase in volume you sometimes hear  
when a commercial starts).  
Balance  
Audio Connections  
A change in this screen is applied to all inputs.  
Press 5 or 6 to point to an option, then press OK to  
select it. Press 3to return to the menu.  
Audio Mode  
The Audio Mode menu lets you choose the default audio mode you want  
Main Menu  
Default Audio Mode  
English  
4Audio  
Currently Playing  
Audio Mode (1 of 1)  
Spanish  
Go Back  
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Equalizer Presets  
Audio Processor  
Sound Logic  
Audio Mode  
SAP  
Spanish  
Change Audio  
French  
The number of Audio Modes available  
for the current program is 1.  
to hear for ATSC (digital TV) programs. If the Audio Mode icon (  
) in the  
German  
Italian  
If the Default Audio Mode is available, then it  
will be heard; otherwise, the mode listed  
above is heard. Use the button above  
to change the current program's audio.  
Audio Mode is only available for  
Japanese  
Korean  
banner lights, it means there is more than one audio mode available. The  
system automatically sets the audio program to the default audio mode from the  
menu when the channel you are viewing is a digital channel and the specified  
language is available for that program.  
Chinese  
Balance  
digital-TV (ATSC) programs.  
Audio Connections  
A change in this screen is applied to all inputs.  
Press OK to change the Currently Playing Audio Mode  
(if more than one is available).  
In the Audio Mode menu, highlight the default audio mode you usually want to  
hear by pressing the up and down arrow buttons on your remote control. Press  
OK to hear that language by default whenever available on a channel.  
Some programs can have audio mode available that can be heard but that  
cannot be set as the default. To select and hear those audio modes, navigate to  
the “Change Audio” action button and select OK, or use the SOUND button on  
the remote.  
Note: You can change the Audio Mode temporarily by pressing the  
SOUND button on the remote control. Changing channels reverts the  
Audio Mode back to the default Audio Mode originally selected in the  
menu.  
Main Menu  
4Audio  
SAP (Second Audio Program)  
Go Back  
Off  
On  
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Equalizer Presets  
Audio Processor  
Sound Logic  
Audio Mode  
SAP  
When turned on and available, Second Audio Program plays the analog  
program’s audio in a second language. SAP is also used to broadcast a  
program’s audio with descriptions of the video for the visually impaired. SAP  
might also contain audio which is totally unrelated to the video.  
SAP stands for "Second Audio Program". When SAP is  
available for a program, the SAP icon in the channel banner  
will light up. SAP content can be another language,  
descriptions for the visually impaired, or audio not related  
to the program (for example, music or news).  
If you set "SAP On" and SAP is available for a program, you  
will hear SAP for any channel where it is available. SAP is  
only available for analog (NTSC) programs.  
Balance  
Audio Connections  
A change in this screen is applied to all inputs.  
Press 5 or 6 to point to an option, then press OK to  
Notes: SAP is broadcast in mono and is only available for analog  
select it. Press 3to return to the menu.  
programs, not digital programs.  
You can activate SAP (if available) temporarily with the SOUND button.  
Changing channels or inputs reverts SAP back to the SAP menu setting.  
Balance  
Main Menu  
ꢀAudio  
Set the balance using the left and right arrows on the  
remote control.  
Go Back  
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Equalizer Presets  
Audio Processor  
Sound Logic  
Audio Mode  
SAP  
The Balance setting applies to the internal speakers and the headphone output.  
Balance is how much audio (loudness) gets sent to the left and right speakers.  
Note: Balance applies if the Fixed/Variable Audio Output is set  
to Variable Output, Speakers On. See the following page for more  
information.  
Balance  
Audio Connections  
A change in this screen is applied to all inputs.  
Balance allows you to adjust speaker balance output. Use  
the ꢃ and ꢀkeys to adjust the speaker balance left or right.  
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Audio Connections  
The Audio Connections option lets you set up input or outputs associated with  
audio. When you select Audio Connections, a submenu appears with options:  
Fixed/Variable Out, Digital Audio Out, and DVI Audio Input.  
Main Menu  
4Audio  
The Audio Connections menu has screens for setting up  
inputs or outputs that are associated with audio:  
Go Back  
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Equalizer Presets  
Audio Processor  
Sound Logic  
Audio Mode  
SAP  
•Fixed/Variable Out: Choose output type; set up subwoofer.  
•Digital Audio Out: Choose either Auto Select or PCM output.  
•DVI Audio Input: Choose a TV audio input for a DVI device.  
Balance  
Audio Connections  
Press 5 or 6 to point to an option, then press OK to  
select it. Press 3to return to the menu.  
Fixed/Variable Out Displays a choice list that lets you turn the TV’s front  
internal speakers on or off and set the Fixed/Variable audio output to a  
fixed or variable volume output level. The choices are:  
Main Menu4Audio4Audio Connections  
Select the default for the Fixed/Variable Output:  
Variable Output, Speakers On  
Variable Output, Speakers Off  
Fixed Output, Speakers Off  
Go Back  
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Fixed/Variable Out  
Digital Audio Out  
DVI Audio Input  
Use Variable Output if volume will be controlled by the TV.  
Use Fixed Output when connecting to an audio receiver or  
amplifier with its own remote control for volume control.  
• Variable Output, Speakers On Turns the TV’s front speakers On  
and allows variable output from the TV’s FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO  
OUTPUT jacks. Use this setting if the TV is not connected to an audio  
receiver or amplifier and the volume is controlled by the TV.  
Is an external subwoofer connected to the Subwoofer Output?  
No  
Yes  
"Yes" sends low-freq. audio to SUB OUT jack and hi-freq. to  
the TV speakers. "No" sends full-range audio to TV speakers.  
Press 5 or 6 to point to an option, then press OK to  
select it. Press 3to return to the menu.  
• Variable Output, Speakers Off Turns the TV’s front speakers Off  
and allows variable output from the TV’s FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO  
OUTPUT jacks. Use this setting if the TV is connected to an audio  
receiver or amplifier and the volume is controlled by the TV.  
• Fixed Output, Speakers Off Turns the TV’s front speakers Off  
and provides fixed output from the TV’s FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO  
OUTPUT jack to a receiver or amplifier. With the Fixed Output, the  
TV’s volume control, graphic equalizer, and mute are disabled. This  
output is ideal when connecting to an audio receiver or amplifier that  
has its own remote control for controlling the volume.  
• Is an external subwoofer connected to the Subwoofer Output?  
This option only appears when Variable Output, Speakers On is  
selected. Select Yes if you want the low frequency audio sent from  
the SUBWOOFER Out jack to the connected external subwoofer and  
high frequency audio sent to the TV’s speakers; select No to send  
full-range audio to the TV’s speakers. For the Speakers Off option, the  
SUBWOOFER Out jack is always enabled.  
Digital Audio Out Allows you to receive Dolby Digital surround sound  
if transmitted and you’ve connected a six-channel receiver to the TV’s  
DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT jack with a digital optical cable. Choose the  
correct setting in the Digital Audio Out menu:  
Main Menu  
4Audio4Audio Connections  
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Auto Select  
PCM  
Fixed/Variable Out  
Digital Audio Out  
DVI Audio Input  
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Choosing Auto Select will send a Dolby Digital signal (when  
available) out of the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT on the back of  
the TV. If Dolby Digital is not available then a PCM signal is  
sent out of the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT.  
Choosing PCM will always send a PCM signal out of the  
DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT.  
• Auto Select Your TV automatically chooses between Dolby Digital  
and PCM based on the audio signal it is receiving. This is the best  
selection if you have a decoder with Dolby Digital and PCM that was  
manufactured in the last several years.  
Press 5 or 6 to point to an option, then press OK to  
select it. Press 3to return to the menu.  
• PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) The TV sends all signals through the  
Digital Audio Output in PCM.  
Main Menu4Audio4Audio Connections  
Select the TV audio input where the DVI audio is connected.  
Input 1  
Input 2  
Input 3  
Go Back  
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Fixed/Variable Out  
Digital Audio Out  
DVI Audio Input  
DVI Audio Input Allows you to select the audio input you’re using if  
you’ve connected an HDMI/DVI cable adapter to the DVI input. Select from  
the inputs listed. Go to page 16 for more information.  
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Because an HDMI output carries the audio signal on the same  
cable as the video, no setup is needed. However, if you  
connect a DVI output to the TV's HDMI input, you need to  
connect the separate DVI audio to one of the TV's audio  
inputs and select that input in this screen. The TV will use  
that audio input for sound when it displays a DVI signal.  
Press 5 or 6 to point to an option, then press OK to  
select it. Press 3to return to the menu.  
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Main Menu  
Connections Menu  
The Connections menu specifies various ways to adjust the inputs to your  
television. Items in the Connections menu are: Signal Strength, Channel Search,  
Signal Source, Video Input Setup, Auto Tuning, and Special Features.  
The Connections menu has screens for specifying and  
optimizing the connections (inputs) to the TV:  
Go Back  
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Picture Quality  
Audio  
•Signal Strength: Check the strengths of antenna channels.  
•Channel Search: Search for available channels in your area.  
•Signal Source: Lost remote? This screen changes inputs.  
•Auto Tuning: Create one button access to your devices.  
•Special Features: For advanced users only.  
Parental Controls  
Connections  
Preferences  
Assisted Setup  
Press OK or4to access the Connections menu.  
Signal Strength  
Main Menu  
4Connections  
Go Back  
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Channel 1  
Channel 2  
Channel 3  
Channel 4  
Channel 5  
Antenna Input  
Analog  
Strength: N/A  
Strength: 95  
Strength: N/A  
Strength: N/A  
Strength: 94  
Signal Strength  
Channel Search  
Signal Source  
Auto Tuning  
This screen lists any antenna channel EVER added to the TV. The list shows the  
channel number, the station name (only when tuned and available, e.g. NBC),  
whether the channel is digital or analog, which tuner is picking up the channel,  
and current signal strength of digital channels.  
Antenna Input  
Digital  
Antenna Input  
Analog  
Antenna Input  
Analog  
Special Features  
Antenna Input  
Digital  
Press OK to measure the signal strengths of all channels to  
help you adjust terrestrial TV antenna(s).  
When you move the highlight to the Signal Strength list, the TV attempts to tune  
to that channel. You can then adjust your off-air antenna for maximum signal  
strength (largest number) for the selected channel. The signal strength for a  
digital channel will be shown as “- -” until the signal is strong enough for use,  
then numbers will appear. Analog channels will always have the display,  
“N/A”, since analog signal strength is not measured.  
Tip  
Signal Strength only shows antenna channels since  
it’s for helping you adjust an antenna if you have  
one connected to your TV.  
Only primary channels appear in the list. Cable channels and digital  
subchannels, e.g. 8-1, 8-2, do not appear.  
Note: If you have an antenna connected to the Antenna and Cable  
Inputs, press the ANT•CAB button to view your channels on the Antenna  
Input, or vice-versa.  
Channel Search  
Main Menu  
Input to search:  
Cable Input  
4Connections  
Channel Search finds channels  
for you. Check fewer boxes to  
make the search faster (but  
less complete) and vice versa.  
Go Back  
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Signal Strength  
Channel Search  
Signal Source  
Auto Tuning  
Engaging in a channel search tells the TV to search for all the TV channels  
available through the Antenna and Cable inputs. When the TV finds an active  
channel, it places it in the channel list. Inactive channels (weak stations or  
channels with no signal at all) aren’t placed in the channel list.  
Antenna Input  
Channels to search:  
Digital channels  
Analog channels  
The first time that you do a  
Channel Search, put a check in  
all the boxes to do a thorough  
search for channels.  
Other search options:  
Detect antenna or cable setting  
Include previously found channels in search  
Special Features  
To add a channel that Channel  
Search didn't find, clear all  
menus and directly tune to the  
channel with the number keys.  
Start  
To do a full channel search, check each box that pertains to your TV. For  
example, if you’re only receiving cable from the CABLE INPUT, highlight Cable  
Input and press OK to place a check mark in the box. Select Start to begin the  
setup.  
Press OK to start a Channel Search using only the search  
features that are checked above.  
Tip  
You can still add a channel that was not found  
by Channel Search. Clear any on-screen menus,  
and tune to it by using the number buttons on  
the remote. If the channel can be tuned, it will be  
added to the channel list for that tuner.  
Notes: Channel Search with all options selected takes some time to  
complete because all possible analog and digital channels are being  
searched.  
If a cable box is connected to your TV’s CABLE INPUT or the CableCARD  
slot is in use, don’t check the Cable Input box.  
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Signal Source  
Main Menu  
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Signal Strength  
Channel Search  
Signal Source  
Auto Tuning  
The Signal Source menu allows you to choose the source from which you  
would like the signal to come: Cable Input, Antenna Input, or Video Inputs.  
The same can be accomplished using the device buttons if you’ve set up Auto  
Tuning on the remote or by pressing the INPUT button. But, if you misplace the  
remote, this feature gives you another way to tune to a signal source.  
Use this screen if you have misplaced your remote control  
and need a way to tune to a different antenna or to go to  
the video inputs. Use the arrows to highlight the rectangle  
then press OK or MENU-OK to scroll to the input you want.  
Special Features  
You can select a source from the available signal sources.  
Press OK to continue.  
Main Menu  
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Auto Tuning  
Select which input or channel should be automatically tuned  
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when a button listed below is pressed on the remote control.  
This menu lets you specify the various devices you have connected to your  
TV. It lets you program a device button on the remote control (VCR, AUX•HD,  
DVD, SAT•CABLE, or AUDIO) so that pressing the button automatically turns  
on the TV and turns the TV to the correct Video Input Channel (go to Chapter 3  
for detailed information).  
Signal Strength  
Channel Search  
Signal Source  
Auto Tuning  
VCR  
Front Input  
AUDIO (Audio Receiver/Amp)  
Not Connected  
VCR2  
RCA SAT2  
Not Connected  
Not Connected  
DVD  
Input 2  
Special Features  
SAT-CABLE (Satellite or Cable Box)  
Not Connected  
Press OK to select the channel or input that is tuned when  
the VCR key is pressed on the remote.  
Notes: The AUX•HD button by default is set up for an RCA HDTV Tuner  
receiver.  
If you have two RCA satellite receivers, you can control each separately.  
Program the second receiver with the AUX•HD button using the 5001  
code. Then use the RCA SAT2 option in the auto tuning menu to set auto  
tuning.  
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Main Menu  
ꢀConnectionsꢀSpecial Features  
Special Features  
Select what should occur when power is restored to the TV:  
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The special features options are mostly intended for commercial/retail use.  
Off: Initial Channel is disabled  
On: Go to last input or channel selected  
On: Go to Cable Input  
Initial Channel  
Initial Volume  
Maximum Volume  
CableCARD Tools  
CableCARD Reset  
Remote Setup  
Initial Channel You can select the tuner and channel or input that your  
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TV tunes to each time the TV is turned on by plugging it back in.  
Note: An Initial Channel setting of "On" will be enabled only  
when the TV is plugged back in or electricity is otherwise  
restored to the TV. Initial Channel is not enabled from the  
turning on of the TV with the remote or front buttons.  
Initial Volume This feature works only if the Initial Channel feature is set  
to On. Select the volume level that you want when the TV is turned on.  
Press ꢁ or ꢂ to point to an option, then press OK to  
select it. Press ꢃ to return to the menu.  
Maximum Volume This feature is intended to stop the volume from  
being turned up too loudly. Set the volume at the loudest level you would  
want to hear.  
CableCARD Tools Displays information available for digital cable TV  
services when a digital cable card is inserted into the back of the TV and  
you have subscribed to digital cable service. Go to page 18 for more  
information on using a digital cable card.  
Main Menu4Connections4Special Features  
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Initial Channel  
Initial Volume  
Maximum Volume  
CableCARD Tools  
CableCARD Reset  
Remote Setup  
CableCARD™ Status  
CableCARD™ Pairing  
Conditional Access  
The CableCARD Tools information might vary according to the brand of card  
you have inserted into your TV. The graphic to the left is an example of  
what you might see. Select an option to view more information.  
Press 5 or 6 to point to an option, then press OK to  
select it. Press 3 to return to the menu.  
Some CableCARD Tools screens might have additional information displayed  
on more than one page. Use the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight  
the blue Continue link at the bottom of the page, for example, as the  
graphic to the left shows, and simply press the OK button on the remote  
to read more text. If more than one link appears, use the arrow buttons to  
highlight the one you want. To exit the screen, press CLEAR on the remote.  
This screen is provided by  
your local cable TV company.  
CableCARD Reset If you experience problems with your digital cable,  
try resetting your digital cable card. Press the right arrow to select Reset and  
then press the OK button on the remote. If problems persist, contact your  
cable company.  
Continue  
Remote Setup This features allows you to control three different RCA TVs.  
This is helpful if you have two or three RCA TVs near each other, and they  
also have this menu option, but you want to control them independent  
of each other. Program a second RCA TV to the DVD, VCR, AUX•HD,  
SAT•CABLE, or AUDIO device button, using the TV2 code 1222. Select the  
TV2 option in that TV’s Remote Setup menu. If you have a third RCA TV,  
program a device button using the TV3 code 1223. Select the TV3 option  
in that TV’s Remote Setup menu. Go to Chapter 2 for more information on  
programming your remote.  
Main Menu4Connections4Special Features  
Go Back  
Select the remote mode that this TV should respond to:  
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TV2  
Initial Channel  
Initial Volume  
Maximum Volume  
CableCARD Tools  
CableCARD Reset  
Remote Setup  
TV3  
Use this screen if you want to set up this RCA TV  
to respond to a different RCA TV remote mode. By  
doing so, you can independently control two RCA  
TVs that are near each other simply by changing the mode  
of the remote. A third RCA TV can be added to the  
same location and controlled separately if it has this screen  
and is set up to respond to a remote mode that is different  
than the first two RCA TVs.  
Remote Setup can be used to control up to three TV's in the  
same location. Press OK to continue.  
Main Menu  
Preferences Menu  
The Preferences menu allows you to change some aspects of your TV to fit your  
personal preferences. Features in the Preferences menu are: Closed Captioning,  
Screen Format, Time Menu, Color Scheme, Translucency, Menu Language, and  
Lamp Power.  
The Preferences menu has screens for setting up the TV to  
match your personal preferences:  
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Audio  
•Closed Captioning: Choose the look and type of captions.  
•Screen Format: How to format a picture on the 16:9 screen.  
•Time Menu: Set up time-related features.  
Parental Controls  
Connections  
Preferences  
•Color Scheme: Pick a color for the menu system.  
•Translucency: Pick a level of translucency for the menus.  
•Menu Language: Select from English, Español, and Français.  
•Lamp Power: Set the TV's lamp to a preferred brightness.  
Assisted Setup  
Press OK or4to access the Preferences menu.  
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Main Menu  
Closed Captioning  
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The Closed Captioning menu has screens for setting closed  
captioning features to match your personal preferences:  
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Closed Captioning  
Screen Format  
Time Menu  
You may set the type of captioning displayed. Choices within the Closed  
Captioning menu are: Caption Display, Analog Captions, Digital Captions,  
Caption Priority, and Caption Style.  
•Caption Display: Select when captions should appear.  
•Analog Captions: Select a default service for analog TV.  
•Digital Captions: Select a default service for digital TV.  
•Caption Priority: Select digital or analog caption priority.  
•Caption Style: Select the appearance of digital captions.  
Color Scheme  
Translucency  
Menu Language  
Lamp Power  
The Closed Captioning menu lets you set preferences for how  
captions look and act. Press OK to continue.  
Caption Display  
Main Menu4Preferences4Closed Captioning  
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On  
The Caption Display menu displays a choice list that lets you choose when  
closed captioning information is shown on the screen. HDMI/DVI input is not  
supported by Closed Captioning (CC); try the device’s menu system for CC  
options.  
Off  
Caption Display  
Analog Captions  
Digital Captions  
Caption Priority  
Caption Style  
On When Muted  
You can choose when closed captioning information  
should be displayed on the screen.  
Note: Not all programs have closed captioning and closed  
captioning is not supported on the HDMI input.  
On Captioning information is always shown when it’s available on a  
channel or input.  
Caption Display lets you select whether closed captioning is  
displayed when it is available. Press OK to continue.  
Off No captioning information is displayed.  
On When Muted Captioning information is only shown when available  
and the TV’s sound is muted. (To mute the sound, press the MUTE button  
on the remote control and captioning information will appear on the screen,  
if available.)  
Notes: Use the CC button on the remote to toggle CC on and off. Go to  
the remote section for more information. Changing channels or inputs  
restores CC to the default setting.  
If you turned off the speakers in the Audio menu (Fixed Output,  
Speakers Off), Closed Captioning won’t appear when you press the  
MUTE button on the remote even when you choose On when Muted.  
Analog Captions  
Main Menu4Preferences4Closed Captioning  
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You can select a mode or source of  
CC1  
You can select a closed caption mode, which is the mode, or source, used for  
displaying captioning information for analog channels or digital channels, if  
available. The content of CC and Text are different; you can select which one  
you want to see on the screen.  
closed captions for analog-TV  
CC2  
Caption Display  
Analog Captions  
Digital Captions  
Caption Priority  
Caption Style  
programs.  
CC3  
If the "Caption Priority" feature is set  
CC4  
to "Use the analog captions", then the  
analog caption mode you select is  
also used for digital-TV programs.  
Text 1  
Text 2  
Text 3  
Text 4  
Note: CC1 and Text 1 are the  
primary caption and text services.  
CC Displays information at any position on the screen. It overlays the text  
on top of the picture as it is received.  
Press 5 or 6 to point to an option, then press OK to  
select it. Press 3to return to the menu.  
Text Displays information at one particular position (such as the bottom  
third) of the screen. You cannot see the picture underneath the text.  
You can choose between eight closed caption modes:  
• CC1 and Text 1 are the primary caption and text services. The  
captioning or text is displayed in the same language as the program’s  
dialog.  
• CC3 and Text 3 serve as the preferred data channels. The captioning  
or text is often a secondary language translation, simplified English,  
or displayed at a slower rate.  
• CC2 and CC4 and Text 2 and Text 4 are rarely available and  
broadcasters use them only in special conditions, such as when CC1  
and CC3 are not available, or Text 1 and Text 3 are not available.  
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Digital Captions  
You can select a closed caption, service mode (1-6) for digital channels.  
Main Menu4Preferences4Closed Captioning  
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Service 2  
Service 3  
Service 4  
Service 5  
Service 6  
You can select a mode or source of  
closed captions for digital-TV  
programs.  
Caption Display  
Analog Captions  
Digital Captions  
Caption Priority  
Caption Style  
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If the "Caption Priority" feature is set  
to "Use the digital captions", then the  
digital caption mode you select is  
used for digital-TV programs.  
Service 1 and Service 2 are the primary and secondary languages, respectively.  
Note: Services 1 and 2 usually have  
the primary and secondary language  
captions for an area, respectively.  
Service 3 and Service 4, 5, 6 are additional caption sources that may be  
available. Specific label names may be displayed (e.g., Spanish) instead of a  
generic label (e.g., Service 1), if available.  
Press 5 or 6 to point to an option, then press OK to  
select it. Press 3to return to the menu.  
Caption Priority  
Main Menu  
4Preferences4Closed Captioning  
If a digital TV program has both analog and digital captions:  
Use the digital captions if available, otherwise use analog  
Use the analog captions at all times  
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You can choose whether the TV uses digital or analog captions for digital TV  
programs that have both or either. The captions are displayed if turned on in  
Caption Display.  
Caption Display  
Analog Captions  
Digital Captions  
Caption Priority  
Caption Style  
A digital TV program may include analog-TV captions and  
digital-TV captions, either one of the two, or neither of the  
two. The setting above will determine which type of  
captions the TV will display.  
Analog captions will be used more often in the early years  
of digital TV broadcasting. Digital captions are more  
advanced and have new capabilities.  
Press 5 or 6 to point to an option, then press OK to  
select it. Press 3to return to the menu.  
Caption Style  
Main Menu  
4Preferences4Closed Captioning  
When available digital captions can be displayed using:  
Your custom settings below.*  
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Customize closed captioning for the digital captions by choosing the settings for  
the following options:  
Caption Display  
Analog Captions  
Digital Captions  
Caption Priority  
Caption Style  
The caption providerʼs default setting.  
Standard  
Font  
Magenta  
Yellow  
Transparent  
Translucent  
Caption Size  
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Caption Color  
Note: Custom settings only apply to digital captions and when caption  
content allows it.  
Background Color  
Background Opacity  
Caption Opacity  
*If you enable the custom settings, they are applied only on  
the digital TV captions and when the caption content allows it.  
Press OK to select one fo the three Caption sizes. Press 3to  
return to the menu.  
Caption Size is the font size (Standard, Large, Small) of the text  
characters.  
Caption Font is a complete assortment of letters, numbers, punctuation  
marks, etc. of a given font design. You have eight fonts with varying styles  
of spacing from which to choose.  
Note: A preview graphic of the caption font appears on the right of the  
screen.  
Caption Color allows you to choose the font color: White, Black, Red,  
Green, Blue, Yellow, Magenta, and Cyan.  
Background Color allows you to choose the background color: White,  
Black, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Magenta, and Cyan.  
Background Opacity allows you to change the see-through background  
options: Solid, Transparent, Translucent, and Flashing.  
Caption Opacity allows you to change the see-through caption options:  
Solid, Transparent, Translucent, and Flashing.  
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Screen Format  
The Screen Format feature allows you to change how the image is displayed on  
screen. The options are Normal, Cinerama, FlexWide, or Zoom. If you want to  
adjust your image, choose an option below:  
Main Menu4Preferences  
Normal  
Use this screen to set  
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for how video is displayed for:  
Antenna Input- Analog.  
4:3  
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Closed Captioning  
Screen Format  
Time Menu  
Each input can have different  
Screen Format and AFS settings.  
Cinerama  
4:3  
4:3  
4:3  
16:9  
16:9  
16:9  
To the left are examples of  
different Screen Format modes  
on 4:3 and 16:9 video. Cinerama  
canʼt be used for 16:9 signals, so  
Normal is applied.  
FlexWide  
Color Scheme  
Translucency  
While watching TV, override the  
menu default with the FORMAT  
Zoom  
Menu Language  
Lamp Power  
key. Going to  
a
new input  
Normal The image of a 4:3 video signal is centered with bars on the right  
and left sides of the screen. The 16:9 image is kept to its 16:9 format.  
restores the menu default.  
Use Automatic Format Switching (AFS)  
Screen format determines the format and size of the picture  
on the display screen. Press OK to continue.  
Cinerama The image of a 4:3 video signal is centered, expanding in the  
horizontal direction to fill the display with little distortion. Cinerama isn’t  
available for 16:9, so the Normal format is displayed.  
FlexWide The image of a 4:3 video signal is stretched horizontally by  
approximately 33% while the vertical size stays the same. The 16:9 image is  
compressed in width.  
Zoom The image of a 4:3 video signal increases by approximately 33%  
and the vertical size increases by approximately 33%. Edges of the image  
might be cropped. The 16:9 image is zoomed in on, possibly cropping the  
edges of the image.  
Note: When recording from the AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT jacks, use  
Normal or FlexWide to record the video closest to its original format.  
Turn on Automatic Format Switching so that as you change channels, the TV  
will change formats for you.  
Notes: The format of some video cannot be changed.  
The FORMAT button on the remote lets you change the format with a  
one-button press rather than navigating to the Screen Format menu.  
Main Menu  
The current time is 3:58 PM.  
Daily Timer On  
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Time of Day  
The Time menu lets you set up time-related features. Time menu consists of  
Sleep Timer, Wake-Up Timer, and Time of Day.  
Daily Timer Off  
Turn TV On at:  
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Tip: You can also use Wake-up Timer as a burglar deterrent  
or to turn the TV on for your favorite show.  
A timer can be set to turn on the TV everyday then turn it  
off after a period of time. Press OK to continue.  
Wake-Up Timer Used to turn the TV on and off at a specific time every  
day of the week and tune to a specific channel or video input.  
Time of Day Enables you to enter the correct time manually. If you don’t  
enter the time, it is acquired from the last tuned digital channel. Make sure  
you check the time acquired is correct.  
Note: If you enter the time manually, you must remember to set your  
TV’s time when the time changes to Daylight Saving Time. Sleep Timer  
and Wake-Up Timer will not function as you expect if you forget to  
change the TV’s time.  
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Color Scheme  
Select from among four colors (Sky Blue, Emerald, Raspberry, and Plum) to  
Main Menu4Preferences  
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Raspberry  
Plum  
Closed Captioning  
Screen Format  
Time Menu  
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You can select from one of four colors for the menu system  
and the channel banner.  
Color Scheme  
Translucency  
Menu Language  
Lamp Power  
Press 5 or 6 to point to an option, then press OK to  
select it. Press 3to return to the menu.  
Translucency  
You can change the translucency (see-through) level of the menu screens.  
Main Menu4Preferences  
Go Back  
The translucency level you set is applied to the on-screen  
menu system and channel banner for all inputs.  
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Closed Captioning  
Screen Format  
Time Menu  
Adjust the slider by using the left and right arrow buttons.  
Color Scheme  
Translucency  
Menu Language  
Lamp Power  
Press3or4to move the indicator to the desired  
translucency level for the on-screen menus.  
Menu Language  
The menu language can be changed to one of three languages: English, Spanish  
or French. The menu language can also be selected when using the Assisted  
Setup menu.  
Main Menu 4Preferences  
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Highlight with the 5and 6 arrows. Select with the OK button.  
Closed Captioning  
Screen Format  
Time Menu  
Español  
Resalte con las flechas 5 y 6. Seleccione con el botón OK.  
Color Scheme  
Translucency  
Mise en surbrillance avec 5 et 6. Sélection avec OK.  
Menu Language  
Lamp Power  
Press 5or 6to point to an option, then press OK to  
select it. Press 4 to return to the menu.  
Lamp Power  
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The TV's lamp can be set to have either:  
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Longer life  
Closed Captioning  
Screen Format  
Time Menu  
Your HDTV is equipped with a special lamp system. Eventually, the lamp (like  
a light bulb) will need to be replaced and you’ll need to know your lamp type.  
Check the menu for your lamp type and write it down on page 1 for future  
reference. The Lamp Power menu enables you to extend the life of the lamp  
(choose Longer Life), or provide the brightest possible picture (choose Brighter  
Picture).  
You can choose the lamp's power setting. The "Longer Life"  
setting produces a picture that is less bright, however, it  
should extend the life of the lamp as compared to the  
"Brighter Picture" setting. Choose a selection that best fits  
your viewing environment and intended usage of the TV.  
Color Scheme  
Translucency  
Menu Language  
Lamp Power  
This TV uses Lamp Type __. Please make a note of it for  
future reference.  
The lamp that lights the TV picture can be set for a brighter  
picture or a longer life (less bright). Press OK to continue.  
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Information  
Other Information  
Chapter Overview:  
• Frequently Asked Questions  
• Troubleshooting  
• Lamp Replacement Information  
• HDTV Specifications  
• Accessory Information  
• Limited Warranty  
• Care and Cleaning  
• FCC Information  
• Index  
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)  
What’s the quickest way to view High Definition (HD) video?  
Connect an off-air antenna to the ANTENNA INPUT to view local digital channels. You  
might need to purchase an antenna. Go to page 9 for more information.  
How do I tell an analog channel from a digital channel?  
There are three different ways to tell if your channel is digital or not. Press the INFO button  
to display the channel banner. Look at the left corner for a channel number. Channels with  
a primary channel and a subchannel is a digital channel, but not all digital channels have  
subchannels. Look at the right corner for the format (4:3 for analog and sometimes digital;  
16:9 for digital) and resolution the TV is receiving. Go to page 20 for more information.  
Why does channel search find a lot of channels, but when I try to tune to them  
there’s nothing there?  
Some channels are enabled by the cable company that don’t carry programming, such as  
video-on-demand. When channels are unavailable, your TV’s screen displays Unusable  
Signal. You probably want to get rid of these so they no longer appear in your channel list.  
Remove these in the Channel List menu. Go to page 39 for more information.  
Why does the first channel search take a long time?  
If you’ve checked each box in the channel search menu, the TV is looking for all available  
channels in the channel list. If you do have digital channels, the TV is also searching for  
each subchannel of that digital channel.  
How do I control other devices I’ve connected to the TV?  
Because your TV came with a universal remote, you can program your remote to the  
button corresponding with the device you have connected to your TV. Go to page 28 for  
information on programming your remote.  
Why do I have sound, but no picture when I turn on my TV?  
There is a lamp inside the TV which needs approximately one minute to reach full  
brightness. You’ll hear audio during this time and the picture increasingly gets brighter as  
the lamp warms up.  
Why are there black bars on my screen and can I get rid of them?  
Analog channels are sent in a 4:3 format, which cannot fill a 16:9 screen like your TV. Most  
digital channels are sent in a 16:9 format which do fill your screen, but sometimes are sent  
in 4:3. It depends on how the station is formatting the video. Press the FORMAT button to  
see the different formats available that may eliminate the black bars. Go to page 61 for more  
information on screen format.  
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Troubleshooting  
Most problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected by consulting the following  
troubleshooting list.  
Note for U.S. customers: If you prefer, we can provide you with the name of an Authorized  
Service Representative who will visit you 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. For additional assistance while using your RCA product, please visit www.rca.com/  
customersupport.  
TV Problems  
TV won’t turn on  
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Press the TV button or ON/OFF button while remote is in TV mode and there’s a source of power  
to the outlet or outlet strip.  
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Make sure the TV is plugged in.  
You might have tried to turn on the TV during the lamp cool-down. Wait a few moments and the  
picture will appear.  
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Has the power light on the front of the TV been blinking for one minute? If so, the lamp may be  
dead. Refer to the Power indicator is blinking or flashing section below for more information.  
When you first plug your TV into an outlet, the Power indicator on the front panel will light  
and blink for approximately 30 seconds and then go off during the initialization of the TV. This  
happens only when the TV is unplugged and plugged back in. The TV can only be turned on  
after the Power indicator goes off.  
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Check the wall receptacle (or extension cord) to make sure it is “live” by plugging in something  
else, such as a lamp.  
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 page 68.  
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Remote Setup might be set to the wrong option. Press MENU/OK on the front panel. Select  
Connections, then Special Features, then Remote Setup. Choose TV (default).  
Power indicator is blinking or flashing  
If the light blinks 5 times, pauses, and blinks again 5 times, the lamp is trying to turn on. If the TV  
doesn’t turn on after 5 minutes and then the light blinks steadily for one minute, one of the following  
options is possible:  
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Lamp door may be open. Face the back of the TV. Locate the door at the bottom of the TV and  
close it. Turn off the TV and turn back on. The lamp should turn on.  
Lamp may be dead. Go to page 69 for lamp replacement information.  
Buttons don’t work  
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If you’re using the remote control, press the TV button first to make sure the remote is in TV  
mode.  
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The front panel controls may be locked (disabled). Use the remote control to unlock the front  
panel controls by selecting the Front Button Block in the Parental Controls menu and choosing  
Front Buttons Unblocked.  
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Unplug the TV for five minutes and then plug it back in. Turn the TV on and try again.  
TV turns off while playing  
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Sleep Timer or Wake-Up Timer may have been activated. Go to page 61 for instructions.  
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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.  
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Unplug. Wait five minutes. Plug in again.  
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TV turns on unexpectedly  
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Wake-Up Timer may have been activated. Go to page 61 for instructions.  
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Initial Channel feature is enabled and you lost power to your TV. Go to page 58 for instructions.  
Video and audio are out of sync  
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If you’ve connected a device, such as a DVD player, to your TV’s Video jack, and to an audio  
receiver using the audio jacks, you may experience a slight delay between the audio heard and  
the video seen. Connect the DVD player to the TV’s Audio jacks, then use the TV’s FIXED/  
VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT jacks to connect to an audio receiver.  
If your TV is connected to an audio/video (A/V) receiver or home theatre system via the DIGITAL  
AUDIO OUT jack, read the following information.  
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If you’ve connected a device to your A/V receiver, such as a DVD player or satellite receiver, you  
may experience a slight delay between the audio heard and the video seen. This occurs because  
the digital audio is sent directly to the speakers while the video must be processed inside the TV  
before it is displayed.  
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If the device has Component Video (Y, Pb, Pr) jacks, connect these jacks to the TV’s Y, Pb,  
Pr jacks to minimize the discrepancy. This works best if the device supports Progressive Scan  
technology.  
If necessary, you can connect the device directly to the TV using L/R audio jacks and bypassing  
the A/V receiver or you can program an audio delay in the A/V receiver so the audio and video  
match up (not all audio equipment has the ability to program delays). Check the Audio/Video  
Receiver’s manual.  
Blank screen  
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Make sure you have connected the device to the TV correctly.  
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Make sure the device connected to the TV is turned on and tuned to the corresponding Video  
Input Channel.  
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Try another channel, or press the INPUT or ANT•CAB button.  
When you first turn off your TV, the screen fades from blue to black. Once the screen goes black,  
the TV’s internal lamp starts its cool-down cycle. If you try to turn on the TV during the cool-  
down cycle, the TV turns back on and you’ll hear audio, but the picture will take a few moments  
to be displayed.  
Unusual sound quality  
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Check the Graphic Equalizer, SRS, and Sound Logic settings.  
Check if SAP is turned on.  
Check that the Audio Mode is set to your language.  
Humming or buzzing noise  
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The TV is in its lamp cool-down cycle. To prolong the life of the TV’s lamp system, the TV must  
warm up and cool down properly. You may notice additional noise during these cycles.  
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Maybe the speakers are turned off. Check the FIXED/VARIABLE OUT control panel in the Audio  
menu.  
No picture, sound okay  
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If the indicator on the front of the TV is blinking for one minute, the lamp inside of your TV may  
need to be changed. Refer to the Power indicator is blinking or flashing section on the previous  
page for more information.  
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You might have tried to turn on the TV during lamp cool-down. Wait a few moments and the  
picture will be displayed.  
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No sound, picture okay  
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Maybe the sound is muted. Try pressing the volume up button to restore sound.  
Maybe the speakers are turned off in the Audio Connections menu. Check the FIXED/VARIABLE  
OUT control panel in the Audio Connections menu.  
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If using an S-Video connection, device video and composite video, remember to also connect the  
device’s L and R AUDIO OUT jacks to the TV’s L and R INPUT jacks.  
Check the Maximum and Initial Volume settings in the Special Features menu.  
Channel search finds few channels  
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The cable connected to the CABLE and/or ANTENNA INPUT jack might be loose.  
Your off-air antenna might be getting a weak signal. Move it higher or get a bigger antenna.  
If you have cables connected to the CABLE and ANTENNA jacks, try swapping the cables.  
Cable needs to be connected to the CABLE INPUT; off-air antenna needs to be connected to the  
ANTENNA INPUT.  
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If you have a cable box, you can’t connect it to the ANTENNA jack. Connect it to the CABLE  
INPUT or a Video Input jack.  
Select all the options in the Channel Search menu, and retry channel search.  
Can’t select certain channel  
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May be blocked or not approved in the Parental Controls menu.  
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If using a VCR, check to make sure the TV/VCR button on the VCR is in the correct mode (press  
the TV/VCR or INPUT button on your VCR).  
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You usually can’t change channels when a menu is on the screen (press the CLEAR button).  
You might need to reset your digital cable card if you have one installed. Go to page 58 for more  
instructions.  
Noisy stereo reception  
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May be a weak station. Use Audio menu to choose Mono sound.  
No picture, no sound but TV is on  
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Maybe the cable/antenna option wasn’t chosen in the Channel Search menu. Select Detect  
antenna or cable setting in the Channel Search menu and run the search again.  
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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).  
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If a channel doesn’t exist and you tune to scrambled QAM channel, Unusable Signal appears.  
Sound okay, picture poor  
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Check antenna and video connections. Make sure all of the cables are firmly connected to the  
jacks and they’re not damaged.  
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Try adjusting sharpness function to improve weak signals. Go to page 50 for more instructions.  
Press the FORMAT button repeatedly to view the picture in different video formats. Analog  
channels may look better when you use the Normal video format (the video format appears on  
the right side of the channel banner).  
Black box appears on the screen  
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Closed-captioning might be on. Check the Caption Display control panel in the Preferences menu.  
Go to page 59 for more instructions.  
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Problems with HDMI/DVI Connection  
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The HDMI/DVI jack is not intended to be used with a computer. Disconnect the computer if it’s  
connected to the jack.  
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Make sure the HDMI or DVI device is turned on and the cables are firmly connected. If problems  
still occur, turn off your device. Re-connect your device. Reset the power by unplugging the  
power cord and plugging it back in.  
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If you are tuned to the HDMI/DVI input and you’re receiving Unusable Signal message on-screen,  
press the INFO button on the remote. If Acquiring Channel appears in the channel banner, the  
HDMI or DVI device isn’t responding. Contact the manufacturer of the HDMI or DVI device for  
further assistance.  
If you tune to the HDMI/DVI input and you see snow, the video goes in and out, or the  
video takes a long time to appear, your HDMI or DVI device is having trouble sending video  
information to the TV. Re-connect your device. Reset the power by unplugging the power  
cord and plugging it back in. Contact the manufacturer of the HDMI or DVI device for further  
assistance.  
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480i signals aren’t supported by the HDMI/DVI input.  
The Remote Control Doesn’t Work  
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Something might be between the remote and the remote sensor on the device. Make sure there is  
a clear path.  
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Maybe the remote isn’t aimed directly at the device (TV or VCR) that you’re trying to operate.  
Maybe remote is not in TV Mode. Press the TV button so the remote operates the TV.  
Maybe batteries in remote are weak, dead, or installed incorrectly. If batteries are weak, you  
will not be able to activate backlighting on the remote; instead, backlight will blink once when  
activated. Put new batteries in the remote. Note, if you remove the batteries, you may have to  
reprogram the remote to operate other devices.  
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For Volume Punchthrough, remember to program the AUDIO button on the TV’s remote control  
to operate your audio receiver or amplifier. Go to page 30 for instructions. If you can’t program  
this remote to operate your audio receiver, Volume Punchthrough won’t work.  
Remote Setup might be set to the wrong option. Press MENU/OK on the front panel. Select  
Connections, then Special Features, then Remote Setup. Choose TV (default).  
Problems with V-Chip/Parental Controls  
The rating limits don’t work  
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You must lock the settings. Go to the Main Menu (press MENU on your remote), select Parental  
Controls (press 3 on your remote), select Lock TV (press 1 on your remote).  
I don’t remember my password and I want to unlock the TV  
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If you forget your password, put the remote in TV mode. Simultaneously press and hold MENU/  
OK on the television and VOL down on the remote for 3 seconds. Nothing appears on the screen,  
Parental Controls simply unlock and you can re-enter a password via Lock TV.  
The V-Chip won’t let me watch a program even though it’s not rated as  
violent.  
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Maybe the movie was given an NR (Not Rated) status. After you block movie ratings, you must set  
V-Chip Unrated to View separately in order to view movies with an NR rating.  
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Lamp Replacement Information  
Replacing the Lamp Unit  
Your TV’s source of light comes from a lamp – similar to lamps used in film or front projectors. Although this lamp is long-  
lasting, it may need to be replaced eventually.  
When to replace the lamp  
You probably need a new lamp if there’s no picture, but you still can hear the audio and the power light on the front of the  
TV does the following: blinks 5 times, pauses, blinks 5 times again. If the TV doesn’t turn on after 5 minutes and then the  
light blinks steadily for one minute, the lamp may be dead. If you have any concerns, please contact us at 1-866-723-6486 or  
call an authorized servicer in your area.  
Note: The same symptoms occur if the lamp unit isn’t seated correctly or lamp access door is ajar. If you have recently  
accessed the lamp, make sure the lamp access door is completely closed and the lamp unit is seated correctly.  
What to do  
The lamp has been designed to make installation as easy as possible, but if you don’t follow the directions, there is a risk of  
injury.  
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You can easily replace the lamp yourself by following the instructions that come packed with the new lamp. If your TV  
is still covered by the warranty, call 1-866-723-6486 to receive troubleshooting assistance and a lamp replacement.  
If your TV’s warranty has expired, call 1-800-338-0376 to purchase a lamp replacement. If you are not comfortable  
replacing the lamp yourself, call 1-866-723-6486 and we will refer you to a service person who will replace the lamp for  
you. There will be a service fee.  
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Service Model Number Numéro de Modéle-Service  
What you’ll need to get started:  
HDLP50XXXXXX  
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To order the correct lamp, you’ll need to know your TV’s model number, serial number,  
and lamp type—this information is listed on the Service Model Number sticker (example  
of the sticker is shown at left). Face the back of the TV. The sticker is located on the  
right side of the TV (see picture below for sticker location).  
000000000 X  
SERIAL SERIE  
LAMP  
EXAMPLE: Service  
Model Number  
sticker with lamp  
type listed.  
Follow the replacement instructions that come packed with the new lamp.  
Service Model  
Number  
Sticker  
location with  
Lamp Type  
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HDTV Specifications**  
Tuning Capability  
Video  
Channel Tuning........................................................................NTSC/ATSC/64 QAM - 256 QAM  
Digital Cable Compatibility......................................................64 QAM - 256, QAM, HDMI/DVI,  
..................................................................................................Component, CableCARD slot  
3:2 Pull Down (Film Mode).....................................................Reverse Diagonal  
4:3 Format Control (Screen) ....................................................Normal, Cinerama, Zoom, Stretch,  
..................................................................................................Auto Format Switch  
Adaptive Video Noise Reduction.............................................Yes  
Adjustable Color Warmth.........................................................Yes  
Adjustable Picture Control.......................................................Yes  
Auto Color Control...................................................................Yes  
Auto Flesh.................................................................................Yes  
Comb Filter...............................................................................Digital Frame Comb (3D Y/C)  
Contrast Expand.......................................................................Off, Low, High  
Optimum Contrast, High-Resolution Screen...........................Yes  
Edge Enhancement ..................................................................Off, Low, High  
Green Stretch............................................................................Off, Low, High˚  
Hybrid Lens System..................................................................Yes  
Picture Presets ..........................................................................Vibrant (Day), Natural,  
..................................................................................................Cinematic (Night), Videogame,  
..................................................................................................Professional, Personal  
Light Engine Type....................................................................DLP Light Engine  
Picture Screen Pitch .................................................................Screen .155mm  
Scan Rate Converter.................................................................Yes  
Vertical Viewing Angle (Alpha V)............................................20˚  
Horizontal Resolution (Picture Width)....................................1280  
Horizontal Viewing Angle (Alpha H)......................................80  
Wide Band Video Amplifier.....................................................Yes  
Sound  
Audio Power (Watts) Front Speakers......................................10 Watts/Channel  
Balance Control........................................................................Yes  
Sound Presets ...........................................................................7 plus Personal  
Full Range Front Speakers.......................................................2  
Graphic Equalizer.....................................................................7 band  
Second Audio Program (SAP)..................................................Yes  
Sound Logic Audio Leveler......................................................Yes  
SRS ............................................................................................Yes- SRS Focus  
**Specifications are subject to change.  
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Convenience  
Auto Channel Search ............................................................Yes  
Multilingual On-screen Display............................................English, French, Spanish  
Auto Tuning ..........................................................................Yes  
Closed Captioning.................................................................Analog & Digital  
Front Button Block ...............................................................Yes  
Commercial Skip...................................................................Yes  
Parental Control with USA & Canada V-Chip......................Yes  
Picture Reset..........................................................................Yes, in Menu  
Picture Memory Presets for Video Inputs............................Yes  
(Individual Memory)  
Clock (Time), Sleep and Wake-Up Timers..........................Yes  
Front Panel  
Stereo Headphone Jack........................................................3.5mm Stereo Mini-jack  
Front A/V Input.....................................................................Composite  
Back Panel Inputs/Outputs Composite A/V Inputs..........................................................1  
Component video Syncroscan with Autodetect  
Composite/S-Video and L/R Audio......................................2 sets  
Antenna/Cable Inputs...........................................................2 - RF  
HDMI/DVI Input (with Audio Input menu selection)........1  
Audio/Video (Record) Output .............................................1  
Digital Audio Output............................................................1  
Fixed or Variable Audio Outputs.........................................1 set, menu switchable  
CableCARD slot.....................................................................1  
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Accessory Information  
Below are accessories available to complement your product. 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 your order by phone, have your Visa, MasterCard or Discover Card ready and call the toll-free number:  
1-800-338-0376. Use this number only to place an order for accessory items listed on this page.  
Replacement Lamp  
Subwoofer cable helps you connect  
to a device with an Subwoofer In jack,  
such as a audio receiver.  
Your DLP is equipped with a special lamp unit. If you have sound,  
but no picture, and the light on the front of the TV blinks, you  
may need to change the lamp. Go to page 69 for more information  
about the lamp replacement.  
PD15SW (15ft) $39.95  
To order a new lamp, call 1-800-338-0376  
Optical/SPDIF Cable helps you  
connect to a device with an Optical  
Audio In jack, such as a Dolby Digital  
decoder or receiver.  
DV3 (3-ft) $15.95  
DV6 (6-ft) $19.95  
Remote Control This is the remote  
ON•OFF  
VCR  
TV  
DVD AUDIO AUX•HD SAT•CABLE  
control that came packed with your TV.  
Replacements or spares can be ordered as  
needed.  
MUTE  
FORMAT  
H
H
+
C
V
L
L
V
C
BACKLIGHT  
SKIP  
GO BACK  
INFO  
GUIDE  
OK  
267163 $14.95  
RG-6 Coaxial Burial Cable with  
weatherproof “F” connectors.  
VHD905 $5.95  
MENU  
CLEAR  
1
4
7
2
3
6
9
5
8
0
INPUT  
ANT•CAB  
REVERSE  
PLAY FORWARD  
Push-on Cable* attaches to the round  
antenna connectors (called 75-ohm F-  
type) on the back of your VCR or TV. The  
ends push on for a quick connection.  
VH89 (6-ft) $5.95  
RECORD STOP  
PAUSE  
CC PRESETS SOUND FREEZE  
Component Cables is a triple gold-tipped  
cable that lets you connect your TV to a  
device with Y Pb Pr jacks.  
PD12DC (12-ft) $79.95  
PD6DC (6-ft) $69.95  
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.  
VH81 (3-ft) $3.95  
VH82 (6-ft) $4.95  
Signal Splitter* helps you split the  
signal to more than one device.  
2-way VH47 $3.95  
Stereo Audio/Video Cable is a triple gold-  
tipped cable that lets you connect the video  
and audio jacks of stereo devices.  
VH84 (6-ft) $9.95  
4-way VH49 $6.95  
Amplified VHF/UHF/FM  
Antenna allows you to easily switch  
from the antenna signal to cable or  
satellite easily without disconnecting  
antenna.  
ANT200 $49.95  
S-Video Cable has multi-pin connectors on  
each end for connecting S-Video devices to  
your TV.  
VH976 (6-ft) $7.95  
VH913 (12-ft) $14.95  
Universal Outdoor VHF/UHF/FM Antenna Boosts VHF,  
UHF, & FM signals. Picks up UHF 35 Miles; VHF / FM 60 Miles.  
110” boom length. UHF / VHF band separator included.  
ANT3036X $79.95  
HDMI Cable has HDMI connectors on  
each end for connecting HDMI devices to  
your TV.  
PD12HDMI (12ft) $84.95  
HDMI/DVI Adapter has one end the  
connects to an HDMI cable and the other  
end connects to a DVI cable.  
* This accessory is intended for use with an off-air or cable TV  
signal distribution and is not suitable for distribution of the  
satellite signal originating from your satellite dish antenna.  
DT2HDA $49.95  
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Limited Warranty  
What your warranty covers:  
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Defects in materials or workmanship.  
For how long after your purchase:  
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One year from date of purchase for labor.  
One year from date of purchase for parts.  
One year from date of purchase for light engine and lamp assembly.  
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, light engine, and lamp  
assembly required to repair your unit.  
How you get service:  
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Call 1-877-RCA-HDTV and have your unit’s date of purchase and model/serial 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.  
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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.  
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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:  
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Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual describes how to install, adjust, and operate your unit. Any additional  
information should be obtained from your dealer.)  
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Installation and related adjustments.  
Damage resulting from non-approved installation methods.  
Signal reception problems not caused by your unit.  
Damage from misuse or neglect.  
Batteries.  
Labor to replace the light engine and lamp assembly after one year from the date of purchase.  
A television that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial  
purposes.  
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A unit purchased or serviced outside the U.S.A.  
Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.  
Product Registration:  
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Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your TV or register on-line at  
www.rca.com/productregistration. 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:  
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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 TTE TECHNOLOGY, INC., ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY  
INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.  
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REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE  
CONSUMER. TTE TECHNOLOGY, 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:  
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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.  
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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.  
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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.  
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 dam-  
age 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,  
avoid placing 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.  
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  
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Audio 33  
Cable box 33  
DVD 34  
Symbols  
B
C
3:2 pulldown 52  
Backlight button 28  
Balance 54  
CableCARD 3  
Reset 58  
DVD/VCR 34  
A
Batteries, installing 19  
Batteries, remote 68  
Black Level 50  
Block  
Age-Based Ratings 41  
Front Panel 45  
Movie ratings 42  
Specific Content Themes 41  
V-Chip Unrated Program 44  
Buttons  
ANT•CAB 28  
Arrows 28  
AUDIO 28  
AUX•HD 28  
Backlight 28  
CC 28  
Channel down 25,28  
Channel up 25,28  
CLEAR 28  
Don’t work 65  
DVD 28  
FORMAT 28  
FORWARD 29  
FREEZE 28  
Front panel 25  
GO BACK 28  
GUIDE 28  
INFO 29  
INPUT 29,33  
MENU 29  
MENU/OK 25  
MUTE 29  
Number 28  
OK 29  
ON•OFF 29  
PAUSE 29  
PLAY 29  
PRESETS 29  
RECORD 29  
Remote control 28  
REVERSE 29,30  
SAT•CABLE 29  
SOUND 29  
STOP 29  
TV 29  
VCR 29  
Volume down 25  
Volume up/down 29  
slot 22  
Tools menu 58  
using 10  
HD Receiver 33  
Home Theatre in a Box 34  
PVR 34  
Satellite receiver 34  
TV 33  
VCR 34  
Code List, Remote control 33  
Color 50  
Accessories 72  
Action buttons 49  
Advanced Settings 52  
Age-based rating  
Blocking 41  
CableCARD Tools 58  
Cable Box remote codes 33  
Cable Channel List 38  
CABLE INPUT jack 23  
Canada  
English ratings 44  
French ratings 44  
V-Chip unrated program 44  
Canada V-Chip 43  
Captions  
Viewing 41  
Age-based ratings  
Canada, English 43  
Canada, French 44  
USA 40  
Analog captions 59  
Analog TV channel 37  
ANT•CAB button 28  
Antenna Ch. List 38  
ANTENNA INPUT jack 9, 23  
Aspect ratio 2, 36  
Assisted setup 19  
AUDIO  
Warmth 51  
Color Scheme 62  
Commercial skip 36  
Component/Composite Input  
jacks 23  
Analog 59  
Components, connecting 11  
Composite Input jacks 23  
Connections menu 56  
Auto Tuning 57  
Channel Search 56  
Signal Source 57  
Signal Strength 56  
Special Features 58  
Content themes 40  
Blocking 41  
Viewing 42  
Contrast 50  
Contrast Expand 52  
Controls  
Menus 48  
Background color 60  
Background Opacity 60  
Color 60  
Digital 60  
Font 60  
Opacity 60  
Size 60  
button 28  
jacks 23  
Caption display 59  
Caption priority 60  
Caption style 60  
Care and Cleaning 67, 74  
CC  
button 28  
modes 59  
Channel  
Initial 58  
Audio  
Advanced Cnnection 18  
Connections 55  
remote codes 33  
Audio/Video Connection 14,15  
AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT Jacks  
4,24  
Audio menu 53  
Audio Connections 55  
Audio Mode 54  
Audio Processor 53  
Balance 54  
Parental 38  
Reset 52  
Control panels 48  
Channels  
Digital or Analog 37  
Channel banner 36  
Channel down button 25  
Channel information 36  
Channel lists 38  
Channel numbers 37  
Channel search 20, 56  
Channel up button 25  
Choice fields 49  
Choice lists 49  
Connections 11  
Ch +/- buttons 28  
Cinematic picture setting 50  
Cinerama, screen format 61  
Cleaning and care 74  
CLEAR button 28  
Clock display 36  
Closed captioning 59  
Code list  
D
Equalizer presets 53  
SAP 54  
Sound logic 54  
Digital  
CableCARD 3, 10  
Cable Ready 3  
Sound 3  
Digital audio out 55  
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack 24  
Digital captions 60  
Digital TV channel 37  
Direct entry programning 31  
DLP technology 1  
DVD/VCR remote codes 34  
DVD button 28  
Audio Mode 54  
Audio mode display 36  
AUDIO OUTPUT  
Digital 22  
Audio processor 53  
Authorized service 11,65  
Automatic code search 30  
Auto color 51  
Auto Format Switching 61  
Auto Tuning 45,57  
Auto tuning  
DVD remote codes 34  
DVI Audio Input 55  
Antenna Input 46  
Cable Input 45  
Front input 46  
HDMI/DVI 46  
Input 1 46  
Input 2, 3 46  
AUX•HD button 28,30  
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Noise reduction 51  
Normal, screen format 61  
Number buttons 28  
Numeric entries 49  
V-Chip 68  
E
J
Product registration i  
Professional picture setting 50  
Programming the remote 31  
Automatic code search 30  
Direct entry 31  
Program title 36  
Pulse code modulation 55  
PVR remote codes 34  
EAS 46  
Jacks  
Edge Enhancement 51  
Emergency Alert System 46  
Equalizer presets 53  
ANTENNA INPUT 23  
AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT 24  
CABLE INPUT 23  
COMPONENT/COMPOSITE  
INPUTS 23  
COMPOSITE INPUTS 23  
DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT  
24  
Front panel 25  
HDMI/DVI 22  
S-VIDEO 23  
SUBWOOFER 24  
O
OK button 29  
ON•OFF button 29  
OUTPUTS  
FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO 24  
AUDIO 24  
Overheating 8  
F
FAQs 64  
FCC  
Q
information 74  
Regulations i  
Statement 8  
Film Mode 52  
Fixed/Variable Out 55  
FlexWide, screen format 61  
Format  
QAM 3  
P
R
Parental controls 38  
Channel lists 38  
Editing channels 39  
Lock/unlock 38  
Parental Control icon 36  
Password, V-Chip 68  
PAUSE button 29  
PCM 18  
Personal picture setting 50  
Picture Quality menu 50  
Advanced Settings 52  
Auto color 51  
Color warmth 51  
Contrast Expand 52  
Edge Enhancement 51  
Green Stretch 51  
Noise reduction 51  
Picture presets 50  
Picture settings 50  
Picture Settings 50  
PLAY button 29  
Ratings  
L
Blocking movie 42  
Viewing movie 42  
Rating Limits  
Screen 61  
Lamp 1  
Power menu 62  
replacement 69  
Lamp Power 62  
Lamp replacement 69  
Language  
FORMAT button 28  
FORWARD button 29  
FREEZE button 28  
Front panel  
movies 42  
RECORD button 29  
Registration, product i  
Remote  
Programming 30  
setup 58  
Remote Control  
Batteries 19  
Buttons 28  
Remote control  
Code list 33  
modes 32  
Remote Setup 58  
Replacing the lamp 69  
Replacing the lamp unit 69  
Reset controls 52  
Resolution 2  
block 45  
Buttons 25  
jacks 25  
Menu 20,62  
LED, front panel 65  
Light blinking 25  
LIGHT button 28  
G
GO BACK button 28  
Graphic equalizer 53  
Green Stretch 51  
M
Main Menu 48  
Maximum volume 58  
MENU/OK Button 25  
Menus 48  
GUIDE button 28  
H
Audio 53  
HDMI Connection 16, 17  
HDMI/DVI jack 22  
HDTV specifications 70  
HD Receiver remote codes 33  
Help text 48  
Home Theatre box remote  
codes 34  
Horizontal Position 52  
Connections 56  
Moving through 48  
Parental Controls 38  
Picture Quality 50  
Preferences 58  
MENU button 29  
Menu controls 48  
Action buttons 49  
Choice fields 49  
Choice lists 49  
Numeric entries 49  
Sliders 49  
Power  
indicator 19  
Power button and indicator 25  
Power surges 8  
REVERSE button 29  
S
S-Video jack 23  
SAP 54  
SAP display 36  
SAT•CABLE  
Button 29  
Satellite receiver remote codes  
34  
Screen Format 61  
Search  
Automatic code 30  
Channels 56  
Second audio program 54  
Service, authorized 11  
Setup, assisted 19  
Sharpness 50  
Signal Source 57  
Signal Strength 56  
Signal type 36  
Sleep timer 36,61  
Sliders 49  
Preferences menu 58  
Analog captions 59  
Captions Priority 60  
Caption Style 60  
Closed captioning 59  
Color Scheme 62  
Digital Captions 60  
Lamp Power 62  
Menu Language 62  
Screen Format 61  
Time 61  
Translucency 62  
PRESETS button 29  
Problems  
Audio 67  
HDMI/DVI 68  
I
Icons  
Channel banner 36  
Indicator  
light status 25  
Indirect light 8  
INFO button 29  
Initial  
Menu Language 62  
Menu language 20  
Mode  
Audio 54  
Modes, remote control 31  
Mono 53  
Mute  
Closed captioning 59  
MUTE button 29  
channel 58  
volume 58  
INPUT  
Button 33  
Parental controls 68  
Remote control 68  
TV 65  
INPUT 1 jacks 23  
INPUT 2 jacks 23  
INPUT 3 jacks 23  
INPUT button 29  
N
Natural picture setting 50  
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Smoothing Adjust 52  
Sound  
VCR  
button 29  
Mono 53  
recording 15  
Problems 67  
SRS 53  
Stereo 53  
remote codes 34  
Vertical Position 52  
Vibrant picture setting 50  
Videogame picture setting 50  
Video Input List 38  
Viewing  
Movie ratings 42  
Specific content themes 42  
Volume  
SOUND button 29  
Sound Logic 54  
Sound mode icons 36  
Special Features 58  
Specifications 70  
Back panel 71  
Front panel 71  
Sound 70  
Initial 58  
Maximum 58  
Video 70  
up/down buttons 25  
SRS 53  
Stereo 53  
W
STOP button 29  
Subchannels 20, 37  
SUBWOOFER jack 24  
Wake-up Timer 61  
Y
T
Y/Video Pb Pr jacks 23  
Y Pb Pr Connection 12, 13  
Things to Consider Before You  
Connect 8  
Timer  
Z
Sleep 61  
Wake-up 61  
Day 61  
Zoom, screen format 61  
Time display 36  
Tint 50  
Translucency 62  
Troubleshooting 65  
TruScan 3  
Turn on TV 19  
TV  
button 29  
problems 65  
remote codes 33  
U
USA  
V-Chip TV ratings 39  
V
V-Chip 38  
Age-Based Ratings 39  
Blocking age-based 41  
Blocking Movies 42  
Canada 39,43  
Content Themes 39  
USA 39  
USA TV ratings 39  
Viewing age-based rating 41  
V-Chip  
display 36  
rating screen 40  
unrated program 44  
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TTE Technology, Inc.  
10330 North Meridian Street  
Indianapolis, IN 46290  
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