RCA 20V500T Service Manual
Television User’s Guide
Television
User’s Guide
Changing En ter tain ment. Again.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualifi ed service personnel.
This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double insulation
between hazardous mains voltage and user accessible parts. When servicing
use only identical replacement parts.
This symbol indicates “dangerous voltage“ inside
the product that presents a risk of electric shock or
personal injury.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fi re or electric
shock, do not expose this product to
rain or moisture.
The apparatus shall not be exposed
to dripping or splashing and no
objects fi lled with liquids, such as
vases, should be placed on the
apparatus.
This symbol indicates important instructions
accompanying the product.
Refer to the identifi cation/rating label located on the back panel of your product for
its proper operating voltage.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifi cations to this equipment
may void the user’s authority to operate it.
Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Caution: Using video games or any external accessory with fi xed images for
extended periods of time can cause them to be permanently imprinted on the
picture tube (or projection TV picture tubes). ALSO, some network/program logos,
phone numbers, black borders (sides, top and bottom), etc. may cause similar
damage. This damage is not covered by your warranty.
Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40
of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1)
which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in par tic u lar, specifi es that the
cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to
the point of cable entry as practical.
Important Stand and Base Safety Information
Choose the location for your TV carefully. Place the TV on a stand or base that is of
adequate size and strength to prevent the TV from being accidentally tipped over,
pushed off, or pulled off. This could cause personal injury and/or damage the TV.
Refer to the Important Safety Instructions on page 2.
Product Registration
Please fi ll out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately. For US customers: Your RCA Consumer
Electronics product may also be registered at www.rca.com/productregistration. Registering this product allows us to contact you
if needed.
Product Information
Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and
model numbers in case you need them. These num bers are located on the product.
Model No. _________________ Serial No. _____________________Purchase Date:________________________
Dealer/Address/Phone:__________________________________________________________________________
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read before operating equipment
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type
plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.
The wide blade or third prong are provided for your safety. When the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer or sold with the apparatus.When a cart is
used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for
long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as if the
power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, or if the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.
15. This product may contain lead and mercury. Disposal of these
materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations.
For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local
authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org).
16. Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced by
qualified service personnel when:
A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged;
Note to the Cable TV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the Cable TV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the
building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
B. Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the appliance;
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain;
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a
marked change in performance;
E. The appliance has been dropped or the enclosure damaged.
17. Tilt/Stability - All televisions must comply with recommended
international global safety standards for tilt and stability properties
of its cabinet design.
• Do not compromise these design standards by applying excessive
pull force to the front, or top, of the cabinet, which could ultimately
overturn the product.
• Also, do not endanger yourself, or children, by placing electronic
equipment/toys on the top of the cabinet. Such items could
unsuspectingly fall from the top of the set and cause product
damage and/or personal injury.
18. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be mounted to a
wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
19. Power Lines - An outdoor antenna should be located away from
power lines.
20. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna is connected to
the receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide
some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,ANSI/NFPA No. 70 1984,
provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast
and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding connectors, location of
antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure below.
21. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects do
not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through
openings.
22. Battery usage CAUTION - To prevent battery leakage that may result
in bodily injury, property damage, or damage to the unit:
• Install all batteries correctly, with + and - aligned as marked on
the unit.
• Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and alkaline, etc.).
• Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time.
23. Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
Example of Antenna Grounding
as per NEC - National Electrical Code
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Table of Contents
Introduction
Safety/precaution ----------------------------------------2
Table of Contents ----------------------------------------3
Features -------------------------------------------------3
Getting Started
Basic Cable TV connection --------------------------------4
Basic Antenna Connection--------------------------------5
Basic TV to VCR Connection ------------------------------6
Description of Buttons on the TV -------------------------7
Remote Control -----------------------------------------8-9
Setup Menus
Language ------------------------------------------------10
TV/Cable TV (CATV) ---------------------------------------11
Auto Search (Setting TV Channels) ------------------------12
Manual Channel Tuning ----------------------------------13
Favorite Channel Setting ---------------------------------14
Adding or Erasing Channels-------------------------------15
On-screen Menus
Picture Adjustments--------------------------------------16
Preset Picture Mode--------------------------------------17
Clock ----------------------------------------------------18
On-Timer ------------------------------------------------19
Off-Timer------------------------------------------------20
Closed Caption-------------------------------------------21
Sleep Timer ----------------------------------------------22
Parental Lock
Understanding Parental Lock -----------------------------23
Changing Your Password ---------------------------------24
Blocking Programming with Movie Ratings----------------25
Blocking Programming with TV Ratings -------------------26
Parental Lock Blocking Options ---------------------------27
Child Lock -----------------------------------------------28
Here are a few of the special features of your new Color
Television.
Automatic Channel Programming: Quick and easy
selection of available stations.
Child Lock (FPA Lock): Locks the buttons on the front of
the TV so it cannot be operated accidentally by young
children.
Closed Captioning: Allows you to read TV program dialog
or voice conversations as on-screen text.
Off-Timer: Turns off the TV at a preset time.
On-Timer: Turns on the TV at a preset time to a designated
TV channel or video source.
On-screen Menus: On-screen text (in English, French, or
Spanish) for setting TV controls.
Parental Lock: Allows you to block the viewing of certain TV
channels if you do not want your children viewing inappropriate
material.
Remote Control: Operates your TV and navigates the
menus.
Sleep Timer: Turns off the TV within an amount of time you
specify. (10-120 minutes from the current time).
Picture Preset Mode: Lets you set the picture’s color, tint,
contrast, etc. for various types of programming. Settings
include Bright, Normal, Theater, and Personal, which set the
picture control as you want.
Sound Mode: (Model 24V511T only) Lets you set the
TV’s sound settings for the current programming. Choices
include Personal, Theatre, Concert, or Speech.
Standard broadcast (VHF/UHF) or Cable TV channel
capability.
Sound
Sound Mode Selection -----------------------------------29
Sound Adjustments --------------------------------------30
Surround ------------------------------------------------31
Stereo and Second Audio Program------------------------32
Others
Notebook------------------------------------------------33
Calendar-------------------------------------------------34
Troubleshooting-----------------------------------35
Care and Cleaning --------------------------------36
Limited Warranty------------------------------ 36-37
Stereo Capability: (Model 24V511T only) Includes
built-in amplifier and twin-speaker system; allows reception
of TV programs broadcast in stereo.
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Basic Cable TV Connection
The Cable TV signal into your home may be a single cable (75ohm) or may include a Cable Box. In either case, the connection to the TV
is easy.
If your Cable TV signal comes directly via a 75ohm coaxial cable, use the following steps:
Connect the Cable TV signal to the 75OHM ANTENNA INPUT jack on the rear of the TV. Screw it down tight.
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Plug the TV’s power cord into a power outlet and turn on the TV. Set TV/CATV to CATV as detailed on page 11. Refer to AUTO
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SEARCH to set up your available TV channels. Details are on page 12.
If you have a Cable Box, use the following steps:
Connect the Cable TV signal to the IN jack on the Cable Box.
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Connect a separate coaxial cable to the OUT jack on the Cable Box and to the 75OHM ANTENNA INPUT jack on the rear of the TV.
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Plug the TV’s power cord into a power outlet and turn on the TV. Set TV/CATV to CATV as detailed on page 11.
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Set the TV to channel 3 or 4 (the same as the channel 3/4 switch on your Cable Box if applicable). Change channels at the Cable
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Box.
Helpful Hint
An RF coaxial cable (to
connect the Cable Box to the
TV) may be supplied by the
Cable TV company. It is not
supplied with the TV.
You can connect a Satellite
Receiver the same way you
would connect a Cable Box.
Your Cable Box may have
separate Audio and Video Out
jacks instead. If so, use audio
and video cables to connect
the AUDIO/VIDEO OUT jacks of
the Cable Box to the AUDIO/
VIDEO INPUT jacks.
Press the INPUT button on the
remote control to set the TV to
the correct video input
channel. For front inputs
choose FRNT. For rear AV
inputs choose VIDEO.
Your model has an S-Video
input, choose S-VIDEO.
Change the channel at the
Cable Box.
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Basic Antenna Connection
A combination antenna receives normal broadcast channels (VHF 2-13 and UHF 14-69). Your connection is easy since you will connect
the antenna to the 75OHM ANTENNA INPUT jack on the rear of the TV.
If your antenna has a round cable (75ohm) on the end, then you are ready to connect it to the TV. Go to the next step. If your
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antenna has flat twin-lead wire (300ohm), you first need to attach the antenna wires to the screws on a 300 to 75ohm adapter
(not supplied with TV).
Push the round end of the adapter or antenna cable onto the 75OHM ANTENNA INPUT jack on the rear of the TV. If the round end
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of the antenna cable is threaded, screw it down tight.
Plug the TV’s power cord into a power outlet and turn on the TV. Set TV/CATV to TV mode as detailed on page 11. Refer to AUTO
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SEARCH to set up your available TV channels. Details are on page 12.
Before plugging the UHF/VHF Rod Antenna into the
ANTENNA IN jack, check that the pin is not bent. If
it is bent, straighten the pin as illustrated, then plug
the pin into the ANTENNA IN jack.
Bent pin
Cable
Plug
(Needs to be straightened)
(straight pin)
FCC WARNING -This equipment may generate or use radio
frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment
may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are
expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could
lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized
change or modification is made.
UHF
Antenna
(Not supplied)
VHF/UHF
Combination Antenna
(Not supplied)
VHF
Antenna
(Not supplied)
VHF/UHF
Combiner
(Not supplied)
ANT.IN
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40
of the NEC (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1)) that provides guidelines
for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected
to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
OUT
OROR
CATV Box
*
or Satellite Box
(Not supplied)
IN
75-ohm
Coaxial Cable
CABLE TV/ANTENNA CONNECTIONS
*Some cable TV systems use scrambled
signals and require a special converter
to receive these channels. Consult your
local cable company.
From Cable System
or Satellite Antenna
75-ohm
Coaxial Cable
From Cable System
Helpful Hint
If you have separate UHF and
VHF antennas, you need an
optional combiner to connect
the antennas to the TV.
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Basic TV to VCR Connection
The basic component (VCR, DVD player etc.) to TV connection is described below. For other hookups, refer to your component's
instruction manual.
Connect a yellow video cable to the VIDEO jack on the front of the TV and to the VIDEO OUT jack on your VCR (or other
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component).
Connect an audio cable to the AUDIO jack on the front of the TV and to the AUDIO OUT of the VCR (or other device). Match the
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cable color to the jack color.
Turn on the TV and the VCR.
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Press the INPUT button on the remote control until the correct video input channel appears in the upper right corner of the TV
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screen. When you play material on the VCR, DVD player, etc. that is connected to the AUDIO and VIDEO jacks it will appear on the
video input channel. (Page 4 has a complete list.)
R
AUDIOVIDEO
INPUT OUTPUT
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
L
(mono)
AUDIO
75 OHM
ANTENNA
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
R
INPUT
(MONO)
L
Model 24V511T: rear terminal
AUDIORL--
S-VIDEO
Model 20V500T: rear terminal
Helpful Hint
Audio and video cables are not
supplied with the TV.
Audio cables are usually red
and white. Video cables are
usually yellow.
Your VCR may not have audio
and video out jacks, but only
an RF or ANTENNA OUT jack.
Use a coaxial cable to connect
the VCR’s ANTENNA OUT jack
to the TV’s 75OHM ANTENNA
INPUT jack.
75 OHM
ANTENNA
INPUT
VIDEO
INPUT
OUTPUT
There is also an S-VIDEO jack on the
rear of the TV. Use S-Video connection if your DVD player, camcorder,
etc. has an S-Video Out jack. S-Video
provides a clearer picture than the
standard video (the yellow jack).
Choose S-VIDEO to view material
playing on equipment connected to
the S-VIDEO jack.
Use either S-VIDEO jack or VIDEO
jack. Do not use both at the same
time for the same piece of
equipment. This would interfere with
the picture display. If both are used,
S-VIDEO has priority over the yellow
VIDEO jack.
Model 24V511T: side AV (front)
R
AUDIOVIDEO
(mono)
L
Model 20V500T: side AV (front)
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Description of Buttons on the TV
Front View
Front View
1. POWER BUTTON
Turns the TV on and off.
2. STANDBY (LED INDICATOR)
Lights to show AC power is available.
3. SENSOR
Receives infra-red signals from the remote.
4. CHANNEL +/- BUTTONS
Selects channel numbers. In the menu system, acts like
the up or down arrow buttons. Use to highlight items.
5. VOLUME +/- BUTTONS
Press to decrease/increase the volume. In the menu
system, acts like the right or left arrow buttons. Press to
select highlighted items and make adjustments.
6. MENU BUTTON
Press to display the main menu. Press for the
on-screen display to clear the screen.
7. TV/VIDEO (INPUT) BUTTON
Choose between TV programming and the AV input.
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Battery Installation
To load batteries into the remote control:
Remove the battery compartment lid on
the rear of the remote. Press in the tab, then
lift off the lid.
Place two AA batteries in the remote. Be
sure the (+) and (-) ends of the batteries line
up correctly (as marked inside the battery
compartment).
Reattach the battery compartment lid.
Effectively Using the Remote Control
Point the remote control toward the remote
sensor on the front of the TV when operating
the TV with the remote control.
Remote Control
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Remote Control
NUMBER Button
When the TV/cable menu option is in the
TV position, all channles can be selected by
using two buttons. For example, to select
channel 2, press “0” then “2”. You can also
press “2”.
For channels 100 and above, press three
number buttons of the channel directly.
(You can select channels above 69 only if
you have Cable TV. Make sure TV/CATV is
set to CATV. Details are on page 11.)
In notebook mode, press to enter a letter,
a digit or a symbol. Details are on page 33.
INPUT Button
Press to select TV channels or the Audio/Video
IN channels. Page 4 has a complete list.
MENU Button
Press to see the TV’s on-screen menu.
Press to go back to the previous menu or
to remove a menu from the screen.
GO BACK Button
Press to return to the previously viewed
channel.
VOLUME +/- Button
Press to adjust the TV sound level.
ON-OFF Button
Press to turn the TV on or off.
You can also turn on the TV by pressing
the CHANNEL +/- buttons on the front of
the TV.
SLEEP Button
Press to select a time period (120 minutes
to 10 minutes in 10-minute decrements)
after which the TV will turn itself off.
Details are on page 22.
CC (C.Mute) Button
Press to turn on/off C.Mute function
directly. Details are on page 21.
PRESETS Button
Press to select one of the four preset
picture settings (Bright, Normal, Theater or
Personal). Details are on page 17.
INFO/DEL(ETE) Button
Press to see the current channel number
and sound information on the TV screen.
Press again to display the current time on
the screen.
Press to remove a menu from the screen.
In notebook mode, press to delete the
unwanted text. Details are on page 33.
MUTE Button
Press to mute or restore the TV sound.
Pressing the volume buttons (VOLUME+ or
VOL+) will also cancel mute and restore
the sound.
MTS Button (Model 24V511T only)
Press to select a sound mode if available
with the TV programming: MONO, STEREO,
and SAP. Details are on page 32.
NOTEPAD Button
Press to display or close the NOTEBOOK
window.
CAPS Button
Press to toggle the entry mode between
uppercase or lowercase letters. Details are
on page 33.
OK Button
Within the on-screen menu, press to select
some special function, such as Favorite
list, etc.
FAV(ORITE) Button
Press to browse the channels in your
Favorite List. Details are on page 14.
CHANNEL +/- Button
Press to select memorized TV channels.
SOUND Button (Model 24V511T only)
Press to select one of the four sound
settings (Theater, Concert, Speech or
Personal). Details are on page 29.
CALENDAR Button
Press to display or close the calendar.
INSERT Button
In notebook mode, press to select INS(ERT)
or OVR(overwrite). Details are on page 33.
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Language
You can set the TV’s on-screen menu to English, French or
Spanish.
Press MENU to see the main menu.
1
Press CH+ or CH- to highlight Preferences.
2
Press OK to enter the Preferences submenu.
3
Language is highlighted. Press VOL+ or VOL- to
4
select English, Francais (French), or Espanol
(Spanish).
Press MENU repeatedly to exit the menu or the menu
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will automatically disappear within a few seconds if
no buttons are pressed on the remote control.
Model 20V500T: If you have this model you will not
see the Sound menu option and your remote will not
have MTS or SOUND buttons.
Main Menu
Picture
Sound
Preferences
Time
Setup
Main Menu
Picture
Sound
Preferences
Time
Setup
Preferences
Language
CC C.Mute
Par. Control
FPA Lock
English
Off
Helpful Hint
The language control only
affects the language of the TV
menus. It does not change the
other on-screen text features,
such as Closed Captions.
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TV/Cable TV(CATV)
It is important for the TV to know what type of signal-Cable
TV (CATV) or a normal antenna you are using. Choose your
signal (Antenna or Cable):
Press MENU to see the main menu.
1
Press CH+ or CH- to highlight Setup.
2
Press OK to enter the Setup submenu.
3
TV/CATV is highlighted. Press VOL+ or VOL- to select
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TV or CATV.
Choose CATV if you have Cable TV service. (See page 4
for connection details.) If you do not have Cable TV
service and you connected an antenna to the TV,
choose TV. (See page 5 for connection details.)
Press MENU repeatedly to exit the menu or the menu
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will automatically disappear within a few seconds if
no buttons are pressed on the remote control.
Main Menu
Picture
Sound
Preferences
Time
Setup
Main Menu
Picture
Sound
Preferences
Time
Setup
Setup
TV/CATV
Channel
Add/Erase Erase
Manual
Auto Search
Favorite List
CATV
Down
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Model 20V500T: If you have this model you will not
see the Sound menu option and your remote will not
have MTS or SOUND buttons.
Helpful Hint
When CATV is selected,
channels 1-125 are available.
Setup
TV/CATV
Channel
Add/Erase Erase
Manual
Auto Search
Favorite List
TV
Down
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When TV is selected, only
channels 2-69 are available.
You cannot select the Setup
menu if the TV is set to a video
input channel (FRNT). Press
INPUT repeatedly to get to
regular TV programming.
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