USER'S
GUIDE
COLOR TV
Important Information
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or shock
hazard, do not expose this TV to rain
or moisture.
Cautions
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
This symbol indicates
“dangerous voltage” inside
the product that presents a
risk of electric shock or
personal injury.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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important instructions
accompanying the
product.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, match wide blade of plug to
wide slot, fully insert.
ATTENTION:
Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large
de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser
jusqú au fond.
Operate TV only on 120 volts, 60 Hz AC power (normal house power).
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment
may void the user’s authority to operate it.
Note To Cable TV Installer
Product
Registration
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.
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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 ever
need them. The numbers are located on the back of the TV.
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Introduction
Thank you for choosing RCA
Your television is designed for long
life and superior operation. Despite its
sophistication, your new TV is
amazingly simple to operate because it
has so many automatic features.
Table of Contents
Getting Started
First-Time Operation .................................................................. 2-3
Controlling Your TV
Front Panel..................................................................................... 4
On-Screen Displays ....................................................................... 5
Remote Operation.......................................................................... 6
Operating Features
VIDEO Menu................................................................................. 7
Closed Captioning ......................................................................... 8
Languages (English, French, Spanish) .......................................... 8
SETUP Menu................................................................................. 9
Sleep Timer Operation................................................................. 10
Alarm Timer Operation ............................................................... 11
Autoprogramming Channel Memory .......................................... 12
Editing Channel Memory ............................................................. 12
Connecting Your TV
Antenna/Cable Information ......................................................... 13
Dipole Antenna Connection......................................................... 13
Home Antenna Connections ........................................................ 14
Cable-TV Connections ................................................................ 15
Cable-TV Operation .................................................................... 16
Accessories
Accessories .................................................................................. 17
Order Form ............................................................................. 17-18
Caring for Your TV
Cleaning & Care .......................................................................... 19
Trouble Checks......................................................................... 20
Limited W arranty.................................................................... 21
1
Getting Started
First-Time Operation
The steps below will help you get your TV connected and working quickly.
Page numbers are also listed for more details.
1. Unpack TV and accessories.
Shown below are the accessories that
came packed with your TV.
Antenna Adapter
Replace adapter only with
stock #193983
POWER
DISPLAY
MUTE
PREV CH
CHAN
VOL VOL
CHAN
MENUCLEAR RESET
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Remote Control and
Two Batteries
+
_
+
_
Dipole Antenna
2. Place batteries in remote.
1. Turn the remote control face down.
2. Press down on the ridged area of the
battery cover and slide it off.
3. Place two “AAA” batteries as shown
matching the + and – end of each
battery in the compartment.
4. Replace the cover.
3. Connect antenna or cable-TV
system.
Most antenna or cable-TV systems can
be connected as shown here.
Back of
TV
ANTENNA
Incoming Cable from Antenna or
Cable-TV System
• Details for connecting a home antenna
to your TV are on page 14.
• Details for connecting a cable-TV
system to your TV are on pages 15-16.
4. Plug in the TV.
Plug in the TV, matching the wide and
small blade of the plug with the outlet.
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Getting Started
– CLOCK 12:00PM +
(MORE)
SLEEP -:--
ALARM 6:30AM
ALARM: OFF
First-Time Operation
Turn on TV and place channels
5.
in memory.
Your TV is designed to place active
channels into your TV’s memory the first
time you turn it on.
POWER
DISPLAY
MUTE
PREV CH
CHAN
VOL VOL
CHAN
MENUCLEAR RESET
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• Press POWER on the TV or remote to
turn on the TV.
• The TV automatically cycles through all
channel numbers and places active
channels into the channel memory.
When your TV is finished, it tunes to
the lowest channel number in its
channel memory .
6. Edit the channel memory.
You can add and erase channels from
memory as desired.
• Press MENU repeatedly to highlight
SETUP. Then press + to select the
SETUP menu.
ENGLISH
VIDEO
CAPTION OFF
-
SETUP +
• Press MENU repeatedly to highlight
EDIT CHANNELS.
– AUTOPROGRAM +
AUTOPROGRAM
EDIT CHANNELS
ANTENNA:CABLE
– EDIT CHANNELS +
LIST FEATURES
ANTENNA:CABLE
• Press + to select EDIT CHANNELS.
Press MENU
repeatedly to
see 2nd setup
menu.
7. Set the clock.
• Press MENU repeatedly until SETUP is
highlighted. Then press + to select the
SETUP menu.
ENGLISH
VIDEO
CAPTION OFF
-
SETUP +
• Repeatedly press MENU to select
CLOCK.
• Press and hold – to set the correct hour.
Then press and hold + to set the correct
minutes.
• Select the desired channel number by
pressing the CHAN up or down button
or by pressing two number buttons.
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–
– ERASE / ADD +
• Then press + to add a channel, or
press – to erase a channel. Details
are on page 12.
• Press CLEAR to remove the menu from
the screen.
• Press CLEAR to remove the menu from
the screen.
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Controlling Your TV
Front Panel
Shown here are the front-panel buttons.
Remote Sensor
MENU CH CH VOL VOL POWER
Remote Sensor
• When using the remote control, point it toward this sensor.
MENU Button
• Press repeatedly until the item you want is highlighted, then
press + or – to enter the menu.
• Press repeatedly to move down each menu screen and then
press + or – to adjust each setting.
• To mute the TV, press once and then press +.
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1
11
22
and
2
Buttons (Channel Up and Down)
22
CH
• Press Channel up to see the next higher channel in memory.
• Press Channel down to see the next lower channel in memory.
• You can add or erase channels in memory as desired. Details
are on page 12.
MENU CH CH VOL VOL POWER
+
–
+
–
VOL Buttons (Volume Up and Down)
(Also + and – Buttons)
• Press VOL + to increase volume, or press VOL – to decrease
volume.
• Press + or – to adjust the setting of an item that is highlighted
in the menu.
• The volume display will automatically appear on the screen
when you press the VOL buttons.
POWER Button
• Press to turn the TV on or off.
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Controlling Your TV
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On-Screen Displays
Channel Number
Sleep Timer
1
13
SLP ALM 7:17PM
2
Alarm Timer
MUTE
1
Sleep Timer
This display appears when the sleep timer has been set.
Details are on page 10.
3
MUTE
4
Time
Time
4
This display appears after the clock is set whenever you
change channels or press DISPLAY.
Alarm Timer
2
This display appears when the alarm timer has been set.
Details are on page 11.
MUTE
3
This display appears when the TV’s sound is muted. Press
MUTE on the remote. Details are on page 6.
Channel Number
5
This display appears whenever you change channels or press
DISPLA Y.
5
Controlling Your TV
Remote Operation
When operating the remote, point it
directly at the front of the TV.
Objects between the remote and the
remote sensor can block the signal to
the TV.
DISPLAY
MUTE
CHAN
VOL VOL
CHAN
MENUCLEAR RESET
POWER
PREV CH
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POWER Button
• Press to turn the TV on or off.
PREV CH
• Pressing this button switches the TV
back to the last tuned channel. This is
useful if you want to watch two
channels.
• Select the first channel you wish to
watch. Then select the other channel by
pressing two number buttons.
• The TV changes back and forth between
the two channels each time you press
this button.
DISPLAY Button
• Press to display the time and channel
number on the screen.
• Press to see if the Sleep Timer and/or
Alarm Timer is set.
• Press to quickly remove menus from the
screen.
MUTE Button
• Press to quickly reduce sound to
minimum level. Closed captioning (C1)
automatically appears on the screen
when you press MUTE.
• To restore sound and normal picture,
press MUTE again or press VOL up.
CHAN
Down)
• Press to select the next higher or lower
channel in memory.
• You can add or erase channels in
memory as desired.
Details are on page 12.
VOL Buttons (Volume Up and Down)
(Also – and + Buttons)
• Press VOL + to increase volume, or
press VOL – to decrease volume.
• Press + or – to adjust the setting of an
item that is highlighted in a menu.
• The volume display appears on the
screen when you press the VOL buttons.
Button (Previous Channel)
11
22
1
/
2
Buttons (Channel Up and
11
22
MENU Button
• Press repeatedly until the item you want
is highlighted, then press + or – to enter
the menu.
• Press repeatedly to move down each
menu screen and then press + or – to
adjust each setting.
RESET Button
• Press to return all video settings (color,
tint, contrast, brightness, and sharpness)
back to the original settings.
CLEAR Button
• Press to clear the screen of all on-screen
displays except MUTE.
Number Buttons (0-9)
• Press to access any channel number.
• To select a channel, press two number
buttons. For example, press 0 then 6 for
channel 6.
• To select a 3-digit number, press and
hold number button 1 until 1— appears
on the screen. Then press the other two
numbers.
INPUT Button
• Switches the TV to channel 03. This is
useful if you have a VCR connected to
your TV.
SKIP Button (Commercial Skip)
• Allows you to look at other channels
during commercials using the
CHAN buttons.
• Each press adds 30 seconds. The TV
switches back to original channel when
time runs out.
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Operating Features
VIDEO Menu
Press MENU until VIDEO is highlighted. Then press + to select the
VIDEO menu. Press MENU to move down the menu and + and – to
adjust each function.
Press
MENU to
select
VIDEO
Press +
for 1st
VIDEO
Menu
Screen
ENGLISH
– VIDEO +
CAPTION OFF
SETUP
– VIDEO RESET +
(MORE)
The VIDEO RESET function changes all the video functions (color, tint,
contrast, brightness, sharpness) back to the factory settings. Press + or – to
reset the video functions. RESET appears on the TV screen momentarily
while the functions are being adjusted.
Caution: When using TV games,
computers, and similar products with
your TV, keep the brightness and
contrast functions at low settings. If a
fixed (non-moving) pattern is left on the
screen for long periods of time at a high
brightness or contrast setting, the image
can be permanently imprinted onto the
screen. These types of imprints are not
covered by your warranty because they
are the result of misuse.
Press
MENU
until the
second
VIDEO
Menu
appears
Adjustment
Displays
– COLOR +
TINT
CONTRAST
BRIGHTNESS
SHARPNESS
COLOR
–.......I.......+
TINT
R......I.......G
CONTRAST
–.......I.......+
BRIGHTNESS
I.......+
–.......
The COLOR function adjusts the amount of color in the picture. Press + or –
to select COLOR, then press + to increase or press – to decrease color.
The TINT function adjusts the color of flesh tones. Press + or – to select
TINT. Press + to add more green tint or press – to add more red tint.
The CONTRAST function adjusts the overall brightness and contrast of
the picture. Press + or – to select CONTRAST. Press + to increase or
press – to decrease contrast.
The BRIGHTNESS function adjusts the brightness of the dark portions
of the picture. Press + or – to select BRIGHTNESS. Press + to increase
or press – to decrease brightness.
The SHARPNESS function adjusts picture sharpness. Press + or – to
select SHARPNESS. Press + to increase or press – to decrease.
These functions are displayed individually at the bottom of the screen
once they have been selected. The setting can be adjusted at that time by
pressing either the + or – button.
SHARPNESS
–.......
I.......+
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IMAGE
SOUS-TITR – –
REGLAGES
- FRANCAIS +
Operating Features
Languages
The on-screen displays in this TV can
be displayed in three languages:
English, French, and Spanish. When
you select a language, most of the
displays will be shown on the screen
in your preferred language.
Closed Captioning
Closed captioning lets you display the
audio portion of a program as text on
the TV screen. This is useful to the
hearing impaired or anyone who wants
to watch a program without the sound.
There are two types of closed
captioning available: C1 (Caption 1)
and C2 (Caption 2). C1 displays the
full translation of the primary language in your area. C2 may be used
as a source for secondary languages,
simplified English, or other translations transmitted in your area.
The closed captioning feature in this
TV does not support a Text Mode.
Typically, the Text Mode consists of
program information, weather
bulletins, local activities, etc.
Selecting a Language
1. Press MENU once to bring up the
main menu and highlight ENGLISH.
- ENGLISH +
VIDEO
CAPTION OFF
SETUP
Setting Closed Captioning
1. Press MENU until CAPTION
OFF is highlighted.
ENGLISH
- CAPTION OFF +
VIDEO
SETUP
2. Press + or – to select OFF, C1, or C2.
ENGLISH
VIDEO
- CAPTION C1 +
SETUP
2. Press + or – to select FRANCAIS
(French), ESPANOL (Spanish),
or ENGLISH.
3. The screen displays the TV program’s
audio portion as text if the program
has closed captioning.
THIS DOWNTOWN MONUMENT
WAS DESIGNED AND BUILT BY A
SCULPTOR IN THE EARLY 1800'S.
Closed captioning is not available on
all channels or at all times. Only
specific programs are encoded with
closed captioning information (CC).
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Operating Features
SETUP Menu
Press MENU until SETUP is highlighted. Then press + to select the
SETUP menu. Press MENU to move down the menu and + and – to
adjust each function.
Press
MENU
to select
SETUP
1st
SETUP
Menu
Screen
ENGLISH
VIDEO
CAPTION OFF
-
SETUP +
– SLEEP -:-- +
ALARM 12:00AM
ALARM: OFF
CLOCK 2:10PM
(MORE)
By setting the Sleep function, you program your TV to turn itself off after a
certain period of time. This is useful whenever you want to watch TV for an
hour or so before going to sleep. Press the + or – button to select the length
of time you want the TV to stay on. Details are on page 10.
You can program your TV to turn itself on at a specific time by setting the
ALARM time function and turning the ALARM: ON/OFF function ON.
Details are on page 11.
The ALARM: ON/OFF function lets you turn the alarm on or off by pressing
the + or – button. Details are on page 11.
After setting the CLOCK function, the time is displayed on the TV screen
whenever you change channels or press DISPLAY. Press and hold – to set
the correct hours and + to set the correct minutes. Details are on page 3.
Press
MENU
until the
second
SETUP
Menu
appears
– AUTOPROGRAM +
EDIT CHANNELS
ANTENNA:CABLE
When you press + or – to start the AUTOPROGRAM function, the TV cycles
through all channels and places only the active channels for your area in its
channel memory. The channel memory is the list of channels the TV stops on
when you press CHAN up or down. Details are on page 12.
The EDIT CHANNELS function allows you to edit the channel memory by
adding or erasing channels. Details are on page 12.
The ANTENNA: CABLE/AIR function tells your TV whether you have cable
or a home antenna connected to it. The TV adjusts this function for you
when you start the AUTOPROGRAM function. If you wish to adjust it
manually, press + or – to switch between the CABLE and AIR setting.
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Operating Features
Sleep Timer Operation
By setting the Sleep Timer, you can
program your TV to turn itself off
after a certain period of time (up to
four hours). This is useful whenever
you want to watch TV for an hour or
so before going to sleep.
Setting the Sleep Timer
1. Press MENU until SETUP is high-
lighted. Then press + to select the
SETUP menu.
ENGLISH
VIDEO
CAPTION OFF
-
SETUP +
2. Press + to select the length of time you
want the TV to stay on. Each press of
the + button adds 30 minutes. Each
press of the – button subtracts 30
minutes.
– SLEEP 2:00 +
ALARM 12:00AM
ALARM: OFF
CLOCK 1:58PM
(MORE)
4. When the Sleep Timer is turned on, the
letters SLP appear on the screen
whenever you change channels or
stations or press DISPLAY.
SLP
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10:35PM
5. Repeat step 1 to see the amount of time
remaining before the TV shuts itself off.
– SLEEP :32 +
ALARM 12:00AM
ALARM: OFF
CLOCK 10:35PM
(MORE)
32 minutes
remaining
3. When finished, the display disappears
from the screen in a few seconds. To
make it disappear more quickly, press
CLEAR on the remote.
Cancelling Sleep Timer
Press MENU until SETUP is highlighted.
Then press + to select the SETUP menu.
Press the – button until the screen
shows “-:- -”.
6. When the Sleep Timer counts down to
one minute, the Sleep Timer display
appears on the screen. When this
display appears, press CLEAR to cancel
the Sleep Timer if you want the TV to
remain on.
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Operating Features
Alarm Timer Operation
The TV can be programmed to turn
itself on at a specific time within a 24hour period by setting the Alarm
Timer. This is useful for using the TV
as an alarm clock. Instead of waking
up to a buzz, wake up to a favorite TV
program. You may also set the timer
for a special program that you might
otherwise forget.
Once you set the Alarm Timer, the TV
turns on at the preset time, stays on for
one hour, and then shuts of f. You may
need to adjust the channel and volume
level before activating the Alarm
Timer. The Alarm Timer turns on the
TV to the TV channel station and the
volume level that was selected the last
time the TV was on.
Setting the Alarm Timer
1. Press MENU until SETUP is high-
lighted. Then press + to select the
SETUP menu.
ENGLISH
VIDEO
CAPTION OFF
-
SETUP +
2. Press MENU until ALARM is high-
lighted. Press – to select the correct
hour and press + to select the correct
minutes.
SLEEP -:--
– ALARM 6:30AM +
ALARM: ON
CLOCK 2:36PM
(MORE)
4. When the Alarm Timer is turned on,
the letters ALM appear on the screen
whenever you change channels or press
DISPLA Y.
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ALM
7:08PM
5. The TV turns on at the preset time and
automatically sets the Sleep Timer to 1
hour (60 minutes). It operates for 60
minutes then shuts off.
6. To turn the TV off before the 60
minutes is up, just press POWER on
the TV or the remote. If you wish to
watch TV longer than 60 minutes, then
cancel the Sleep Timer by setting it
to “-:—”. Details are on page 10.
3. After you set the ALARM time, press
MENU to select ALARM: ON/OFF.
Press + or – to switch this setting to the
ON position.
SLEEP -:--
ALARM 6:30AM
– ALARM: ON +
CLOCK 2:36PM
(MORE)
Turning the Alarm On and Off
1. Press MENU until the ALARM:
ON/OFF function is selected.
SLEEP -:--
ALARM 6:30AM
– ALARM: ON +
CLOCK 2:36PM
(MORE)
2. Press + or – to switch between ON and
OFF.
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Operating Features
– ERASE / ADD +
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–
ANTENNA:CABLE
– AUTOPROGRAM +
EDIT CHANNELS
AutoProgramming Channel Memory
The Channel Memory is the list of TV
channel numbers your TV will stop on
when you press the CHAN up or down
button. You can program any list of
channels into the channel memory
although your TV is so automatic that
you will probably never need to
manually operate this feature. If you
do, follow the instructions at the right.
The first time you turn on the TV, it
cycles through all channels and places
active channels into the channel
memory. You can then add or erase
channels as desired by following the
instructions in the “Editing Channel
Memory” section at the right.
Notes:
• Signals from scrambled cable channels and
some cable channels having unusual signal
conditions may not be autoprogrammed.
• To prevent the TV from losing its channel
memory, make sure the outlet you plug your
TV into is “on” all the time. Do not plug
the TV into an outlet that can be turned on
and off by a wall switch. Also do not plug
the TV into an outlet on the back of another
device (such as a cable-TV converter box)
that is turned off when the device is turned
off.
• If there is an extended power failure, your
TV will automatically reprogram active
channels the first time you turn it on after
the power failure.
1. Connect home antenna(s) or cable to
2. Press MENU until SETUP is
highlighted. Press + to select the
SETUP menu.
3. Repeatedly press MENU until
4. Press + to begin AutoProgramming.
5. When the TV finishes cycling, you can
your set.
ENGLISH
VIDEO
CAPTION OFF
-
SETUP +
AUTOPROGRAM is highlighted.
– AUTOPROGRAM +
– AUTOPROGRAM +
EDIT CHANNELS
EDIT CHANNELS
ANTENNA:CABLE
ANTENNA:CABLE
LIST FEATURES
SETUP
The TV cycles through all channels
and places only active channels into
memory .
AUTOPROGRAM 24
check the channels in memory by
pressing CHAN up or down.
2nd
Menu
Editing Channel Memory
Follow these instructions to erase and add
channels.
1. Press MENU until SETUP is high
lighted. Press + to select the SETUP
menu.
ENGLISH
VIDEO
CAPTION OFF
-
SETUP +
2. Repeatedly press MENU until EDIT
CHANNELS is highlighted. Press + to
select EDIT CHANNELS.
– AUTOPROGRAM +
EDIT CHANNELS
ANTENNA:CABLE
LIST FEATURES
2nd
SETUP
Menu
3. Select the channel number by pressing
CHAN up or down or two number
buttons on the remote.
When “+” appears next to the channel
number, the channel is in the channel
list. Press – to erase the channel.
When “–” appears next to the channel
number, the channel is not in the
channel list. Press + to add the
channel.
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4. Press – to erase or press the + to add.
Connecting Your TV
Antenna/Cable Information
Most modern TV antennas receive both
VHF (Very High Frequency) and UHF
(Ultra High Frequency) channels. Channels 2-13 are VHF channels, and channels
14-69 are UHF channels.
Typical
Indoor
Antenna
Typical
Outdoor
Antenna
In most situations you will get better
picture quality if you use an outdoor
antenna or connect your TV to a cable-TV
system. If this is not possible, connect the
indoor antenna supplied with your TV.
Cable-TV delivers both VHF and UHF
channels and other channels not available
from your antenna.
Shown below are two basic types of
antenna cables. Signals from a home
antenna may be conducted through either
type. Cable-TV signals, however, are
always conducted through round, 75-ohm
coaxial cable.
Types of Antenna Cables
Flat 300-ohm
twin-lead cable
Slip-on End
Screw-on End
Round 75-ohm
coaxial cable
Use the connector shown below to connect
your antenna or cable-TV system to the
back of the TV.
Antenna
Connector
ANTENNA
Washer
Nut
IMPORTANT NOTE: Antenna
connector, nut, and washer must be
in place when TV is in use.
• Follow the instructions below if you
intend to connect the indoor antenna
supplied with your TV.
-or-
• Follow the instructions on page 14 if
you intend to connect an indoor or
outdoor antenna to your TV.
-or-
• Follow the instructions on page 15 if
you intend to connect a cable- TV
system to your TV.
Dipole Antenna Connection
Follow the steps to connect the indoor antenna supplied with
your TV (only if you do not connect an outdoor antenna or a
cable-TV system).
1
Insert the antenna base into the pocketed slot on the back
of your set. Stand at the back of your set with the antenna
twin-lead facing you, and press the base of the antenna
into the slot until it locks in place.
Connect the ends of the twin-lead to the Antenna Adapter
2
(supplied).
Connect the Antenna Adapter to the ANTENNA connector
3
on the back of the TV.
Later, after you’ve turned on the TV, adjust the length and
4
position of the antenna rods for best reception.
• For viewing VHF channels, extend the rods fully.
• For viewing UHF channels, shorten the rods for best
reception.
Dipole Antenna (Supplied)
Slot
Antenna Adapter
(Suppled)
4
Base
1
Twin Lead
2
ANTENNA
3
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Connecting Your TV
ANTENNA
Home Antenna Connections
Follow one of the steps below to connect an indoor or outdoor antenna to your TV (not a cable-TV system).
If the antenna cable coming from your home antenna is a 75-ohm round coaxial cable that carries only VHF (channels 2-13),
A
only UHF (channels 14-69), or VHF and UHF channels, connect it to your set like this:
Cable
From
Home
Antenna
VHF or UHF Only
or
VHF/UHF Combination
–OR–
If the antenna cable coming from your home antenna is a 300-ohm flat twin lead that carries only VHF (channels 2-13),
B
only UHF (channels 14-69), or VHF and UHF channels, connect it to your set like this:
Cable
From
Home
Antenna
VHF or UHF Only
or
VHF/UHF Combination
Adapter
(supplied)
Push on
–OR–
If the antenna cables coming from your home antenna(s) are a 75-ohm round coaxial cable that carries VHF (channels 2-13)
C
and a 300-ohm flat twin-lead cable for UHF (channels 14-69), connect them to your set like this:
UHF
Cables
From
Home
Antenna(s)
and
VHF
Note: Be sure to connect the UHF antenna cable to the
UHF screws on the Antenna Mixer and the VHF antenna
cable to the screws marked VHF.
Transformer*
(such as #AH011)
–OR–
Push on
UHF
VHF
Antenna Mixer*
(use only #193984)
ANTENNA
ANTENNA
Back
of
TV
Back
of
TV
Back
of
TV
If the antenna wires coming from your home antenna(s) are two 300-ohm flat twin-lead cables as shown here, connect them
D
to your set like this:
Cables
From
Home
Antenna(s)
Note: Be sure to connect the UHF antenna cable to the UHF screws on the Antenna
Mixer and the VHF antenna cable to the screws marked VHF.
*
Optional accessory available from your dealer. Only use Antenna Mixer (Stock #193984).
UHF
and
VHF
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Push on
UHF
VHF
Antenna Mixer*
(use only #193984)
ANTENNA
Back
of
TV
Connecting Your TV
Cable-TV Connections
Follow one of these steps to connect a cable-TV system to your TV instead of a home antenna. Since cable-TV systems
vary, you may wish to consult your local cable-TV company for additional information.
A
Incoming
Cable
B
Incoming
Cable
C
Follow this diagram if your cable company does not require a cable box (no scrambled channels):
Follow this diagram if your cable company requires a cable box that can be controlled by remote control:
Remember to tune your TV to the
output channel of the cable box (usually
2, 3, or 4) when selecting channels via
IN
CABLE BOX
OUT
the cable box.
Follow this diagram if your cable company requires a cable box that cannot be controlled by remote control:
ANTENNA
ANTENNA
Back
of
TV
Back
of
TV
Incoming
Cable
C
A
C
Note: These optional accessories (2-way
A
splitter , A/B switch , and three coaxial
cables ) are available as a kit under
C
#AH041BL.*
B
IN
CABLE BOX
OUT
The “A” position on the A/B switch lets you select all
non-scrambled channels by the TV’s remote.
* Optional accessories are available from most dealers or electronics supply stores.
A
B
C
B
ANTENNA
Back
of
TV
The “B” position allows you to select scrambled channels
via the cable box. Remember to tune your TV to the
output channel of the cable box (usually 2, 3, or 4)
when selecting channels via the cable box.
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Connecting Your TV
Cable-TV Operation
Your new TV is designed to receive up
to 181 TV channels, including 125
non-scrambled cable channels (see
chart below). To use this TV on a
cable-TV system, confirm that the
cable-TV system is properly
connected to your TV. Since cable
systems vary, you may wish to consult
your local cable-TV company for
additional information.
If your cable-TV company follows
EIA/NCTA channel-identification
standards, most of the channels
offered by your cable company will be
identified by channel numbers that are
identical to those on your TV. For
example, if your cable-TV system has
programs on cable channel 20, you can
choose this channel by selecting
channel 20 on your TV.
Some cable-TV companies do not
follow the EIA/NCTA standards and
instead assign their own channel
identification. For example, some use
the standard broadcast channel
numbers (2-13) for channels 2-13, but
identify their other channels with
letters. If your cable company does
not follow the EIA/NCTA standards,
ask them for a cross reference that
shows to which channels you should
tune your TV to receive their cableTV channels.
Scrambled Cable-TV Channels
Some cable companies offer
“premium-pay” channels in which the
signal is scrambled. Descrambling
these signals for normal viewing may
require the use of a cable box which is
generally provided by the cable
company.
How you connect the cable box to
your TV depends upon whether or not
the cable box can be controlled by
remote control. If your cable box is
remote controllable, you will want to
connect it as shown in Diagram B on
the previous page.
If your cable box cannot be controlled
by remote control, you will still be
able to remotely control
“unscrambled” channels with the
connection shown in Diagram C on
the previous page.
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The chart below lists the “total” channel and cable capability count.
Channels
• Low VHF A-8 (Channel 01)
• VHF (Channels 2-13)
*
• UHF (Channels 14-69)
• Low Midband A-5 through A-1 (Channels 95-99)**
• Midband (Channels 14-22 or A-I)
• Superband (Channels 23-36 or J-W)
• Hyperband (Channels 37-64 or W+1 to W+28)
• Ultraband (Channels 65-94 and 100-125 or
Off
Air
—
12
56
—
—
—
—
—
Cable
1
*
12
*
—
**
5
9
14
28
56
W+29 to W+84)
*
Total
* VHF is only counted once in total channel count because you can receive channels 2-13 on
both “off-air” and “cable” channels. Therefore the total channel count for “off-air” and
“cable” is 181 channels (68+125-12=181).
** Channels 95, 96, and 97 are not applicable in Canada. Therefore, the total number in Canada
is 178.
68
125
Accessories
Please complete other side also
Remote Control
This is the remote that came packed
with your TV. You can use the
order form to order it direct by mail
if desired.
Optional Remote
This remote not only controls your
TV but can also control most brands
of remote-controllable VCRs, cable
boxes, and audio equipment.
Dipole Antenna
Designed to attach to the back of
your TV. Can be used for both VHF
and UHF channels.
POWER
DISPLAY
MUTE
PREV CH
CHAN
VOL VOL
CHAN
MENUCLEAR RESET
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INPUT SKIP
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AUDIO
OFF VCR1 TV
CABLE
ON/OFF
VCR 2
REWFFSTOP
REC TV/VCR PROG
ID
DISPLAY CLEAR
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MENU
AUDIOVIDEO
SETUP
PIP SWAP FRZ
RCU100
156265
Accessory Order Form
Book No. 2007652A
Description Stock No. Price Qty Total
Transformer AH011 $ 1.90
Cleaner/Polisher AH035 $ 6.95
Screw-on Antenna Cable (3-ft) AH037 $ 3.95
A/B Switch AH041 $14.95
Cable Connection Kit AH041BL $19.95
PLAY
PAUSE
PC
CHAN
VOL
MUTE
MOVE
Gold-Tipped Antenna Cable (6-ft) AH065G $ 6.99
Gold-Tipped Antenna Cable (10-ft) AH066G $ 8.99
Optional Remote Control RCU100 $34.95
Dipole Antenna 156265 $20.30
Antenna Adapter 193983 $ 9.80
Antenna Mixer 193984 $10.73
Replacement Remote Control (CRK10A1) 226551 $34.95
Antenna Cables
Screw-on Antenna Cable
Attaches to the round antenna
connectors (called 75-ohm F-type)
on the back of your VCRor TV. The
ends screw onto the connectors for a
secure connection.
Push-on Antenna Cable
Attaches to the round antenna
connectors (called 75-ohm F-type)
on the back of your VCR or TV.
Ends push on for a quick
connection.
Note: All specifications and descriptions of accessories are
subject to change without notice.
AH037 (3-ft)
Gold-Tipped Cables
AH065G (6-ft)
AH066G (10-ft)
Prices are subject to change without notice.
T otal Merchandise ($10 Minimum Order) ........ $ ________
Sales T ax............................................................ $ ________
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.
Shipping, Handling, and Insurance ................... $ 5.00
T otal Amount Enclosed ..................................... $ ________
............................................................................... _________
Use VISA or MasterCard preferably. Money order
or check must be in U.S. currency only. No COD
or CASH.
All accessories are subject to availability.
Where applicable, we will ship a superseding model.
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Accessories
Charge your order on your VISA
or MasterCard by
filling in below
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IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number
Copy Number
above your
name on
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from your VISA card
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from your MasterCard
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expires:
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Prices are subject to change without notice.
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Print or type your name and
address clearly. This will be your
mailing label.
United States and Canada Orders
Order by phone using your V isa or MasterCard. Call the toll-free
number listed below between 8AM and 8PM Eastern Standard
Time. Use this number only to place an order for accessory
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items listed on this order form.
1 – 800 – 338 – 0376
Most orders are shipped UPS within 72 hours of receipt. If it is
not possible to ship within 30 days, we will notify you.
For mail order, detach and mail the completed order form with
credit card information, money order, or check in U.S. currency
(made payable to Thomson Consumer Electronics) to the
following address:
Video Accessories
P.O. Box 8419
Ronks, PA 17573
For more information on these accessories write to the
following address:
Video Accessories Customer Service
Thomson Consumer Electronics
Distributor & Special Products
2000 Clements Bridge Rd
Deptford, NJ 08096-2088
A complete and correct order will
save you days of waiting.
Name:
Street:
Apt:
City:
State:
Zip:
Please make sure that both sides of this form have
been filled out completely.
International Orders
This offer is valid only in the 50 United States and Canada. For
international orders, please send your request for quotation (not
an order) to:
International Customer Service
Thomson Consumer Electronics
Distributor & Special Products
2000 Clements Bridge Rd
Deptford, NJ 08096-2088 USA
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Caring for Your TV
Cleaning and Care
Dust TV as required, using a soft cloth or the dusting
attachment of your vacuum cleaner . Occasionally vacuum
the ventilation slots in the cabinet to help assure adequate
ventilation. Take care not to scratch the plastic surfaces.
If your TV’s cabinet has a textured finish, do not use
furniture polish. Because textured finishes are porous,
using furniture polish will mar their appearance. They can
be easily cleaned with a damp, soft cloth.
To clean the screen, you can wipe it with a damp, soft cloth.
Then dry it with a soft cloth. (A mild soap may be used on
the screen if it is extremely dirty.) Be sure to turn off the
TV before cleaning the screen, and do not allow liquid to
run down the screen and inside the TV.
A special antistatic cleaning and polishing solution
(AH035) is available for use on most TV screens and nontextured cabinets. This non-abrasive formula imparts
brilliance, repels static, and resists fingerprints. Lint-free
polishing cloths are included.
Do not use strong cleaners, polishes, or chemically-treated
cloths to clean the screen or cabinet.
Avoid placing drinks or vases with water on top of your TV.
To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose
this TV to rain or moisture.
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Trouble Checks
TV Trouble Checks and Adjustments
TV will not turn on
Controls don’t work
Intermittent or no remote
Turns off while playing
Turns on unexpectedly
Blank screen
No sound, picture okay
• Check to make sure it is plugged in.
• Check the wall receptacle (or extension cord) to make sure it is “live” by plugging in
something else.
• Maybe batteries in remote are “dead”. Try using the POWER button on TV.
• Maybe remote control was not aimed at remote sensor.
• Try unplugging set for 15 minutes and then turning it on again.
• Maybe something is between the remote and the remote sensor.
• Maybe batteries in remote are weak or dead. Try replacing batteries.
• Maybe batteries are installed incorrectly. Try replacing batteries correctly.
• Remove batteries and hold down one or more buttons for several seconds. Install the
batteries and try remote.
• Sleep Timer function may be activated.
• If TV turned on because of alarm, it will automatically turn off after one hour.
• 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.
• Alarm function may be turned on.
• Try another channel.
• Maybe sound is muted. Try pressing VOL up button to restore sound.
• If headphones are connected, sound from TV speakers will be muted.
Can’t select certain channel
No picture, no sound
Sound okay, picture poor
Picture okay, sound poor
Improper color in one or more areas of
the picture
Closed captioning doesn’t work
• Channel may not be in channel memory. Try using number buttons.
• If using VCR, check to make sure TV/VCR switch on VCR is in correct position.
• To select cable-TV channels over 99 (up to 125), press and hold number button 1 until
1— appears on the screen. Then press the other two numbers.
•If watching VCR (connected through antenna input), make sure TV is tuned to channel
3 or 4–same as CH3/CH4 switch on VCR. Also check to make sure TV/VCR switch
on VCR is in correct position.
•Check antenna connections.
•Try adjusting SHARPNESS function to improve weak signals.
•Try another channel.
•Try unplugging set for a minimum of 15 minutes and then turning it on again. For
best results you should place the set in the position you will be watching it before you
plug it back in.
•Make sure closed captioning is turned on to either C1 or C2.
•Closed captioning appears on the screen only if the program being broadcast has
closed captioning.
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Limited W arranty
What your warranty covers:
• Any defect in material or workmanship.
For how long after your purchase:
• 90 days for labor charges.
• One year for parts.
• Two years for picture tube.
The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental.
What we will do:
• Pay any Authorized RCA Television Servicenter the labor charges to repair your
television.
• Pay any Authorized RCA Television Servicenter for the new or, at our option, rebuilt
replacement parts and picture tube required to repair your television.
How you get service:
• For screen sizes of 20" and smaller:
Take your RCA television to any Authorized RCA Television Servicenter.
• For screen sizes larger than 20":
Request home service from any Authorized RCA Television Servicenter.
• To identify your nearest Authorized RCA Television Servicenter, ask your Dealer, look
in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-336-1900.
• Show the service technician your evidence of purchase date.
What your warranty does not cover:
• Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual clearly describes how to install, adjust,
and operate your television. Any additional information should be obtained from your
Dealer.)
• Installation and related adjustments.
• Signal reception problems not caused by your television.
• Damage from misuse or neglect.
• Remote control batteries.
• A television that has been modified or incorporated into other products or used for
institutional or other commercial purposes.
• A television purchased or serviced outside the USA.
•Acts of God, such as but not limited to lightning damage.
Product Registration:
• Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your TV. It will
make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not
required for warranty coverage.
How state law relates to this warranty:
• This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that
vary from state to state.
What if you purchased your product outside of the United States:
• This warranty does not apply. See your dealer for warranty information.
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If you would like a copy of this manual in French, please follow the instructions below.
Si un livret d’instructions en français n’est pas inclus avec votre appareil, vous pouvez
en obtenir un (INDIQUER LE NUMÉRO DE MODÉLE, VOTRE NOM, ET VOTRE
ADRESSE) en vous adressant à:
TCE Publications
10003 Bunsen Way
Louisville, KY 40299
If your TV needs service, please contact your dealer or the nearest servicenter. Please
do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed below or on the box. This
only adds delays for service of your TV. For service information refer to the warranty
page.
10330 N. Meridian St.
Indianapolis, IN 46290
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