RCA 27GT716YX1AY1, 27GT716YX1AY7 User Manual
TV User'sGuide
WARNING LVlVl_:l_11_[e,]
To reduce the risk of fire or
shock hazard, do not expose
this TV to rain or moisture.
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove
cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
This symbol indicates
"dangerous voltage" inside
the product that presents a
risk of electric shock or
personal injury.
,_ This symbol indicates
important instructions
accompanying the product.
Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of
plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Attention: Pour eviter les chocs electriques, introduire
la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne
correspondante de la prise et pousser jusq_ au fond.
Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your
product for its proper operating voltage.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this
equipment may void the user's authority to operate it.
If fixed (non-moving) images are left on the screen for long periods, they
may be permanently imprinted on the screen. Such images include
network Iogos, phone numbers, and video games. This damage is not
covered by your warranty. Extended viewing of channels displaying these
images should be avoided.
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 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.
Product Registration
Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning the card allows us to contac
you if needed.
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. The numbers are located on the back of the
television.
Model No.
Serial No.
Purchase Date:
Dealer/Add ress/Phon e:
Setup and Connections ......................................................... 5
Step 1: Unpack the TV ...................................................................... 6
Step 2: Connect Your TV .................................................................. 6
TV Only ....................................................................................... 6
The Basic Connection ................................................................. 7
Advanced Connections .............................................................. 8
Backof the TV ................................................................................8
Sample Connections .......................................................................9
TV and Stereo VCR................................................................ 10
TV, Stereo, and Satellite Receiver ........................................11
Step 3: Plug in the TV ..................................................................... 12
Step 4: Place Batteries in Remote .................................................. 12
Step 5: Turn On the TV ................................................................... 12
Step 6: Program the TV .................................................................. 12
Interactive Setup ................................................................. 13
Using Point and Select ................................................................... 14
Entering Setup ................................................................................ 14
Selecting a Language ..................................................................... 15
Auto Channel Search ..................................................................... 15
Setting the Time ............................................................................. 16
Setting the VCR1 Channel (Auto Tuning) ..................................... 16
Setting the VCR2 Channel (Auto Tuning) ..................................... 16
Setting the DVD Channel (Auto Tuning) ...................................... 17
Setting the SAT/CABLE Channel (Auto Tuning) ............................ 18
Labeling the Channels ................................................................... 18
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Using the Remote ............................................................... 19
Remote Buttons .............................................................................. 20
Using the WHO*INPUT Button ................................................ 21
Programming the Remote ............................................................. 22
Testing the Remote .................................................................. 22
Programming the Remote ....................................................... 22
Using Automatic Code Search .....................................................22
Using Direct Entry ........................................................................23
Using the Remote to Control a Device ................................... 23
Front Panel ..................................................................................... 23
Using the Menu System ....................................................... 25
Menus and Control Panels ............................................................. 26
Menus ....................................................................................... 26
Control Panels .......................................................................... 27
Sliders............................................................................................27
Numeric Entry ...............................................................................27
Choice Lists ............................................................................... 28
Audio Menu .................................................................................... 28
Using the Remote to Select an Audio Processor .......................... 29
Picture Quality Menu ..................................................................... 30
Screen Menu ................................................................................... 31
Using Closed Captioning ......................................................... 32
Channel Menu ................................................................................ 33
Time Menu ...................................................................................... 34
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Features and Controls ......................................................... 35
Channel Marker .............................................................................. 36
Parental Controls and V-Chip ........................................................ 37
V-Chip TV Rating Limit ............................................................ 38
Blocking Age-Based Ratings ........................................................38
Viewing Age-Based Ratings.........................................................39
Blocking Specific Content Themes ..............................................40
Viewing Specific Content Themes ...............................................41
V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ...................................................... 42
Blocking Movie Ratings ...............................................................42
Viewin 9 Movie Ratings ................................................................43
V-Chip Unrated Program Block ............................................... 43
Channel Block .......................................................................... 43
Front Panel Block ..................................................................... 44
Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ................................................ 44
PIP (Picture-in-Picture) Operation ................................................. 45
PIP Buttons ............................................................................... 46
Using the PIP Feature .............................................................. 47
PIP Problems? ........................................................................... 48
Reference ........................................................................... 49
Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 49
Care and Cleaning .......................................................................... 51
Limited Warranty ........................................................................... 52
Accessory Information ................................................................... 54
Index .................................................................................. 57
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Getting Started
This manual is designed to get you started
quickly. The first five sections of the manual
show you how to get your TV setup and
connected, run the interactive setup, program
the remote, and use all of the menus, features,
and controls of your TV.
The Reference section in the back of the book
contains troubleshooting tips, care and cleaning
instructions, accessory ordering information
and your warranty.
Well...if your TV's out of the box, let's get
started.
SETUP AND
CONNECTIONS
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added throughout the manual in
these tip boxes. There are some
important tips that will help you get
the most from your TV.
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Step 1: Unpack the TV
Make sure to locate the remote control.
Step 2: Connect Your TV
There are three types of connections outlined in this section:
TV Only: If you're only going to connect the
TV to your home antenna or cable
system.
The Basic Connection: If you're going to connect the TV to a
VCR or satellite receiver.
Advanced Connections: If you're going to make multiple
connections, hooking up the TV to a
VCR and a satellite receiver,
Cable information and illustrations are given for each type of
connection. Once you have completed your desired connection
you may skip forward to Step 3.
TV Only
This is a basic connection from an antenna or cable system to
your TV. Connect the cable into the Cable/Antenna jack as shown.
Note that the PIP function is not available with this connection.
Important Stand Information
CAUTION: Choose the location for
your TV carefully. Take precautions
that the stand or other furniture on
which the TV is placed is properly
located (see Important Safeguards
sheet) and of adequate size and
strength to prevent the TV from
accidentally being tipped over,
pushed off, or pulled off. This could
cause damage to the TV and/or
personal injury.
Before You Connect
Protect against power surges:
• Connect all components before
plugging any power cords into the
wall outlet.
• Turn off the TV and/or component
before connecting or disconnecting
any cables.
• Make sure all antennas and cables
are properly grounded. Refer to the
Important Safeguards sheet
packed with your TV.
Cables
You will use the following cable to make your connection:
Coaxial Cable: These cables carry audio and
video signals to the TV from an antenna,
cable, or cable box.
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA
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connection you may skip to Step 3.
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The Basic Connection
The basic connection below (TV and VCR) is the most common
connection and is therefore used to illustrate a single
component connection with your TV. For better sound and
picture quality and multiple component connection information
refer to the description of Advanced Connections later in this
section.
Note that the PIP function is not available with this connection.
Cables
You will use the following type of cable to make your
connection:
Coaxial Cables: In this connection, two
coaxial cables are used: one connects from
an antenna, cable, or cable box to the VCR,
and one connects from the VCR to the TV.
These cables carry both audio and video
signals.
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How to View the VCR
To watch the VCR in this connection tune
TVto Channel 3 or 4.
Later, in the Interactive Setup section
you will learn how to program the TV to
automatically tune to Channel 3 or 4.
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Once you have completed this connection you may skip to
Step 3.
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Advanced Connections
Advanced connections give you better sound and video by
separating the audio and video signals and enabling you to
connect multiple components.
This section describes the types of inputs available on the back
of your TV and suggests ways you can use them for optimum
performance.
Once you have made your
connections you will need to
program the TV to tune to the
correct video input channel in order
to see and hear audio and video from
the component. You will program
this later in the Interactive Setup
section.
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Back ofthe TV
The diagram below describes each of the back panel jacks.
When connecting AN cables, be sure to connect corresponding
outputs and inputs (Video to Video, Right Audio to Right Audio,
etc.). When connecting an S-Video cable, you must also connect
an Audio/Video cable to the AUDIO R and L jacks.
Video and Audio Inputs
Connect any one of the following components:
• VCR • Internet Access Device
• Laserdisc Player • DVD Player
• Satellite Receiver
To view the component connected to VIDEO,
use the WHO.INPUT button on the remote.
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connection can
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video quality.
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Sample Connections
The following are sample connection scenarios you may
encounter when connecting components to your TV. Note: when
connecting an S-Video cable, you must also connect an Audio/
Video cable to the AUDIO R and L jacks.
Cables
You will use the following types of cables to make your
connections:
Coaxial Cables: Carry the signal from the
antenna or cable directly to the television
or through a cable box, as needed by your
cable system.
AudiolVideo Cables*: Carry audio and
video from a component to the TV.
S-Video Cables: Carry video from an S-
Video capable component which provides
best picture quality.
Video (ellow)
_e)Right Audio (red)
* Most Audio/Video cables are combined into
one cable with three heads on each end. We
show individual cables in these sample
connections. Either may be used, but you must
be sure to connect Video to Video, Right to
Right and Left to Left.
Cautions:
Position Cables to Avoid Audio Hum
or Interference
• Insert all cables firmly into jacks.
• Place the audio/video cables to the
sides of the TV's back panel
instead of straight down the
middle,
• Try not to coil any twin-lead cables
and keep them away from the
audio/video cables,
Protect Your Components From
Overheating
Do not block ventilation holes in
any of the components. Arrange
the components so that air can
• circulate freely,
Do not stack components.
• Allow adequate ventilation when
placing your components in a
• stand,
Place an amplifier on the top shelf
of the stand so heated air rising
from it will not flow around other
components.
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TV and Stereo VCR
Compared to the basic connection, using Audio/Video and
S-Video (if available) cables will enhance the sound and picture
quality from a component. The PIP function is available with this
connection.
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How to View Your VCR
To watch the VCR in this connection,
press TV to put the remote control into
TV mode, then press WHO°INPUT to
scroll to the video (VID) input.
In the Interactive Setup section you will
learn how to program the TV to
automatically tune to the VID input
channel.
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TV, Stereo, and Satellite Receiver
The PIP function is available with this connection.
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How to View Your Components
To watch the satellite receiver in this
connection, press TV to put the remote
control into TV mode, then press
WHO.INPUT to scroll to the VID (or S-
VID) input.
To watch the VCR in this connection,
enter 03 to tune to the VCR channel.
In the Interactive Setup section, you will
learn how to program the TV to
automatically tune to the correct input
channel.
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Step 3: Plug in the TV
Plug the end into the wall outlet, matching the wide blade of the
plug with the wide slot in the outlet. Be sure to insert the plug
completely.
Step 4: Place Batteries in Remote
Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the
remote.
Insert fresh batteries. Make sure that the polarities (+ and -)
are aligned correctly.
Replace the cover.
Step 5: Turn On the TV
Press TV on the remote, or press POWER on the TV itself.
Pressing the TV button not only turns on the TV, but puts the
remote into TV mode, so that the buttons on the remote will
control TV functions.
Step 6: Program the TV
Proceed to the next section, Interactive Setup. The interactive
setup routine walks you through the steps needed to configure
the TV.
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There's an On-Screen Setup
Routine
The interactive setup routine helps you through the
steps needed to configure the TV:
Select a menu language
Search for available channels
Set the time
Set the VCR1 channel
Set the VCR2 channel
Set the DVD channel
Set the SAT/CABLE channel
Make the channel list and labels
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Using Point and Select
You only need to know one rule when using the remote to access
on-screen menus and control panels: point and select. The point
and select method has two steps.
1. Point to a menu item using the MOVE arrows on the remote.
To point up or down, press the up or down arrows. To point left
or right, press the left or right arrows.
2. Select a menu item by pressing MENU or OK.
Selecting an item tells the TV's menu system to go ahead and
make the change or go to a place you have indicated.
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Entering Setup
The first screen of the Interactive Setup appears automatically when
you turn on your TV for the first time or after a power outage.
1. Press MENU to begin setup or CLEAR to exit.
Point and
Select buttons
You can also access the Interactive Setup through the Main menu:
1. Press MENU to bring up the Main menu.
2. Point to Setup and press MENU or OK. The first Setup screen
comes up, asking you to confirm that you want to begin.
You can also select a menu item by
entering the item number with the
digit buttons on the remote.
Press CLEAR at any time to remove
all displays from the screen and
return to TV viewing,
Many VCR user manuals refer to a
PROGRAM button. The MENU button
on this remote works as a PROGRAM
button in VCR mode, Other manuals
may refer to a SELECT button, The
OK button on this remote works as a
SELECT button.
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3. Point to Begin setup nowand press MENU or OK.
Selecting a Language
The first part of the setup routine asks you to select your preferred
language for the menu system.
1. Point to your preferred language for the menu system.
2. Press MENU or OK to select that language.
Auto Channel Search
The next part of the setup routine asks you if you want the TV to
search for all channels viewable through your antenna or cable TV
system. This is sometimes called "auto programming."
Search for channels
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Press MENU or OK to tell the TV to begin searching for
channels. When done, press MENU or OK to continue.
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you can access it later through the
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Channel menu. See Using the Menu
System for more details.
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Setting the Time
The next step in the Interactive Setup lets you set the time
of day.
1. Press MENU or OK to bring up the Set Time control
panel.
2. Use the left and right arrows to point to the hour and
minutes spaces. Use the digits to enter the numbers and
the up and down arrows to change from AM to PM.
3. Press MENU or OK to continue.
Setting the VCR1 Channel (Auto
Tuning)
The next step lets you set the VCR1 channel. When you set
the VCR1 channel, you're telling the TV what channel to
tune to when you press the VCR1 button on the remote.
This is called auto tuning.
Indicate which input you used to connect the VCR. If you
don't have a VCR1 component connected to the TV, skip this
step or select Not Connected from the VCR1 Channel choice
list. (For more, see Auto Tuning in the Using the Menu
System section.)
1. Press MENU or OK to bring up the VCR1 choice list.
2. Point to the choice that matches the way you have your
VCR connected to the TV.
3. Press MENU or OK to continue.
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Setting the VCR2 Channel (Auto
Tuning)
The next step lets you set the VCR2 channel. When you set the
VCR2 channel, you're telling the TV what channel to tune to
when you press the VCR2 button on the remote.
Indicate which input you used to connect a second VCR. If you
don't have a second VCR component connected to the TV, skip
this step or select Not Connected from the VCR2 Channel choice
list. (For more, see Auto Tuning in the Using the Menu System
section.)
1. Press MENU or OK to bring up the VCR2 choice list.
2. Point to the choice that matches the way you have your
second VCR connected to the TV.
3. Press MENU or OK to continue.
Setting the DVD Channel (Auto
Tuning)
The next step lets you set the DVD channel. When you set the
DVD channel, you're telling the TV what channel to tune to when
you press the DVD button on the remote.
Indicate which input you used to connect a DVD player. If you
don't have a DVD player connected to the TV, skip this step or
select Not Connected from the DVD Channel choice list. (For
more, see Auto Tuning in the Using the Menu System section.)
1. Press MENU or OK to bring up the DVD choice list.
2. Point to the choice that matches the way you have your DVD
player connected to the TV.
3. Press MENU or OK to continue.
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