RCA F20645YX1B1, F20625YX1B7, F19625YX1A1, F20625YX1B1, F20645YX1B7 User Manual

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WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or
shock hazard, do not expose

this TV to rain or moisture.

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 reduce the risk of electric shock, match wide
blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.

Attention: Pour _viter les chocs 61ectriques, introduire la lame

la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la

prise et pousserjusqo au fond.

Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your product

for its proper operating voltage.

FCCRegulations 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 picture tube (or Projection
TV picture tubes). 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 contact you
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:
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VCR Plus+, C3,PlusCode, GUIDE Plus+, and GUIDE Plus+ Gold are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.

The GUIDE Plus+ Gold system is manufactured under license from Index Systems Inc.

Thomson Consumer Electronics and Gemstar are not in any way liable for the accuracy of the program information

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amount representing lossof profits, loss of business, or indirect, special, or consequential damages in connection with
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SETUP AND CONNECTIONS .......................................................... 3

Step 1: Unpack the TV ...................................................................... 4

Step 2: Connect Your TV .................................................................. 4

TV Only ....................................................................................... 4

The Basic Connection ................................................................. 5

Advanced Connections .............................................................. 6

Back of the TV ..................................................................... 6

Sample Connections .................................................................. 7

Step 3: Connect the IR Controller .................................................... 9

Step 4: Plug in the TV ..................................................................... 10

Step 5: Place Batteries in the Remote ........................................... 10

Step 6: Turn On the TV ................................................................... 10

On-Screen Program Guide ....................................................... 10

Step 7: Program the TV .................................................................. 10

INTERACTIVE SETUP .................................................................... 11

Using Point and Select ................................................................... 12

Entering Setup ................................................................................ 12

Selecting a Language ..................................................................... 13

Auto Channel Search ..................................................................... 13

The GUIDE Plus+ Gold System ....................................................... 14

Setting Up the GUIDE Plus+ Gold System ............................... 14

Setting the Time ............................................................................. 16

Setting the VCR1 Channel (auto tuning) ..................................... 17

Setting the VCR2 Channel (auto tuning) ...................................... 17

Setting the DVD Channel (auto tuning) ....................................... 18

Setting the SAT/CABLE Channel (auto tuning) ............................. 19

Labeling the Channels ................................................................... 20

USING THE REMOTE ..................................................................... 21

Remote Buttons .............................................................................. 22

Using the WHO,INPUT Button ................................................ 23

Programming the Remote ............................................................. 24

Testing the Remote .................................................................. 24

Using the Remote to Control a Device ................................... 25

Modes of Operation ................................................................ 25

Front Panel ..................................................................................... 25

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USING THE MENU SYSTEM ......................................................... 27

Menus and Control Panels ............................................................. 28

Audio Menu .................................................................................... 30

Using the Remote to Select an Audio Processor .......................... 31

Picture Quality Menu ..................................................................... 32

Screen Menu ................................................................................... 33

Using Closed Captioning ......................................................... 34

Channel Menu ................................................................................ 35

Time Menu ...................................................................................... 36

Other Menus ................................................................................... 36

FEATURES AND CONTROLS ......................................................... 37

GUIDE Plus+ Gold Menu ................................................................ 38

About the GUIDE Plus+ Gold System ............................................ 38

Getting In & Out of the GUIDE Plus+ Gold System ................ 39

Downloading Data .................................................................. 39

The Different GUIDE Plus+ Gold System Menus .................... 39

Grid Guide ........................................................................... 40

Sort ...................................................................................... 41

Schedule .............................................................................. 42

Messages ............................................................................. 43

Editor ................................................................................... 43

Channel Marker .............................................................................. 46

Parental Controls and V-Chip ........................................................ 47

V-Chip TV Rating Limit ............................................................ 48

V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ...................................................... 52

V-Chip Unrated Program Block ............................................... 53

Channel Block .......................................................................... 53

Front Panel Block ..................................................................... 53

Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ................................................ 53

REFERENCE ..................................................................................... 54

Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 54

Care and Cleaning .......................................................................... 55

RCA Limited Warranty ................................................................... 56

Accessory Information ................................................................... 58

INDEX ............................................................................................. 61

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GETTI NG STARTED

This manual is designed to get you started quickly.
The first five sections of the manual show you how to

get your TV set up 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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Checkout the notes that have been added
throughout the manual in thesetip boxes.

There are someimportant 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:
fV 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.

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.

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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.

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models F20625 and F19625.

Once you have completed this connection you may go 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 next section,

Advanced Connections.

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.

How to View the VCR

To watch the VCR in this connection tune TV to Channel 3 or 4.

Later, in the Interactive Setup section you will program the TV to

automatically tune to Channel 3 or 4 when you turn on the VCR.

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Please note that the S-VIDEO and Audio R
and L OUT jacks are not available for

models F20625 and F19625.

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.

Back of the TV

The diagram below describes each of the back panel jacks, When
connecting A/V cables, be sure to connect corresponding OUTPUTS and

INPUTS (Video to Video, Right Audio to Right Audio, etc,).

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 a component such as a VCR or DVD
player. You will program this later in the

Interactive Setup.

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VIDEO and Audio Inputs |

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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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* Audio Outputs

Connect to an audio receiver or
amplifier for variable controlled

or fixed level stereo output.

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ANTENNA

S-VIDEO

VCR Control

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Gold system IR controller
for one-button recording
and channel tuning from

the GUIDE Plus+ Gold
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This optional
connection can

be used for
better video

quality picture.

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Takes the signal input from a cable,
cable box, or an off-air antenna. Can als(

be used for basic component connections_

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SAMPLE CONNECTIONS

The following are sample connection scenarios you may encounter
when connecting components to your TV. Note: if you connect an S-
VIDEO cable, you must also connect an Audio/Video cable to the AUDIO

Rand Ljacks.

Cables

You will use the following types of cables to make your connection:

Coaxial Cables: Carries the signal from the
antenna or cable directly to the television or
through a cable box, as needed by your cable
system.

Audio/video Cables: Carries audio and video
from a component to the TV.

S-Video Cable: Carries video from an S-Video
capable component which provides best picture
quality.

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.

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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.

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 toggle to
the video (VID) inputs.

In the Interactive Setup section you can

program the TV to automatically tune to
the VID input channel when you turn on
the VCR.

Most Audio/Video cables are combined
into one cable with three heads on each

end.
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cables in these sample Vkd*o5,e_ow)
connections. Either

may be used, but _R_ght Audio(red)

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and Left to Left.

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Please note that the S-VIDEO and Audio R
and L OUT jacks are not available for

models F20625 and F19625.

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TV, VCR and Satellite Receiver

CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA

SATELLITE RECEIVER

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SATELLITE SIGNAL

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

through the video input channels until you
tune to VID (or SVID) input.

To watch the VCR in this connection, enter 03
to tune to the VCR channel.

In the Interactive Setup you can program the
TV to automatically tune to the correct input
channel when you turn on your component.

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STEP 3: CONNECT THE IR CONTROLLER

The IR (Infrared) Controller enables the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system to
control your VCR and cable box (if necessary) so you can tune to

television channels and even start recording a program from the GUIDE

Plus+ Gold system.

After you have affixed the ends of the controller to the necessary
component (VCR, or cable box), use the on-screen interactive setup

routine for the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system to test the connected

components.

The IR Controller is used to send commands to your
VCR and/or cable box.

ATTACH I NG TH E IR CO NTROLLER

Some components have a labeled infrared remote sensor, and others do
not. If your component is labeled, affix the IRcontroller directly over the

sensor. If the IR location is not labeled on your component, you need to

use to use the component's remote control to locate the sensor.

1. Hold the component's remote control (not the remote that came
with your TV) so that it is touching the front of the component.

2.

Slowly move the remote over the front of the component while
pressing the remote power button on and off. (Be sure to press and
release the power button each time you move the remote. Holding

the button may not work.)

3.

4.

When the component turns off or on, you've located the sensor.
Affix the controller's node directly to the remote sensor.

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.... Attach to the cable box. If you do not

have a cable box, just leave it unattached,

Connect to the TV

Tip

You may want to use a piece of clear

plastic tape to temporarily affix the

controller's node until you have completed
the interactive setup. That way you can
easily move it if you have not placed it
exactly over the sensor.

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STEP 4: 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 5: PLACE BATTERIES IN THE

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 6: 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.

ON-SCREEN PROGRAM GUIDE

The TV is designed to bring up the GUIDE Plus+ Gold on-screen program
guide when you use the TV button on the remote to turn on the TV

(after you have set up the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system). For more
information on setting up the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system, see the next

section, Interactive Setup.

To get out of the GUIDE Plus+ Gold System:

Press OK to exit the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system and tune to the
highlighted channel.

Press GUIDE to exit the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system and tune to the
channel displayed in the View window.

Press CLEAR to exit the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system and go to the last
channel you were watching.

STEP 7: PROGRAM THE TV

Proceed to the next section, Interactive Setup. The interactive setup
routine walks you through the steps needed to fully configure the TV.

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THERES AN ON-SCREEN SETUP ROUTINE
The interactive setup routine helps you through the steps

needed to configure the TV and set up the GUIDE Plus+

Gold menu system:

Select a menu language
Search for available channels

Set up the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system
Set the time

Set up the VCR1 channel
Set up the VCR2 channel
Set up the DVD channel
Set up 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.

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

number buttons on the remote.
Press CLEARat 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 SELECTbutton. The OK button on this

remote works as a SELECTbutton.

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3. Point to Begin setup now and 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."

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Press MENU or OK to tell the TV to begin searching for channels.
The display gives you a progress report and tells you when it has

finished.

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menu. See Using the Menu System for
more details.

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THE GUIDE Plus+ GOLD SYSTEM

The next step lets you set up the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system to display your local

program listings, and control your cable box and VCR.

You can either press MENU or OK to bring up the GUIDE Plus+ Gold initial menu or

point to Skip this Step to move to the next step in the Interactive Setup.

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SETTING UP THE GUIDE Plus+ GOLD SYSTEM

To complete GUIDE Plus+ Gold setup, the GUIDE Plus+ Gold IR controllers must be connected to your cable box
and VCR if you have them. Refer to the Setup and Connections section for additional information.

Select your Country and enter your ZIP
or Postal code.

The next series of screens asks you
about your cable TV setup. If you have

a cable box, you need to set the
GUIDE Plus+ Gold system to control it.

Otherwise, it may not be able to

locate and download program
information.

Tune your cable box to Channel 2 and
then select the brand of your cable

box from the choices available. The

system then searches for the correct
code to control your cable box. When
your cable box switches to channel 9 it

has located the correct code.

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Select YESif the cable box changed to channel 9, or NO if it did not. If you select NO, the system will try
another code.

If the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system cannot recognize either your cable box or VCR after several tries, a screen
stating "Cable Box (VCR) test failed... Please consult your manual and try again" appears. You have a

choice to either Try Again or Skip Cable Box Setup. If you get this message, you should also:

Double check the brand of your cable box or VCR, and try entering it again.
Check to make sure the IR controllers are positioned correctly.

If you choose to skip the cable box (or VCR) setup some features of the guide may not be available until

you successfully complete this procedure.

Once the correct model of cable box (or
VCR) has been identified, you need to set

the cable box's output channel. Enter the
channel you use to view channels through
your cable box--usually 3 or 4. Consult
your cable box's instruction book or your
cable company if you are not sure. Choose

Oto use VIDEO INPUT.

Select YESif you have a VCR, or NO if not.

(Answering NO automatically skips forward
to the end of GUIDE Plus+ Gold setup.)
Tune your VCR to channel 2 and rum it off.

Enter the brand of your VCR.

When the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system correctly
identifies the correct code for your VCR,
the VCR's tuner changes to channel 9.
Select YESif the VCR automatically changed

to channel 9, or NO if it did not.
If you select NO, the system will try another

code.
The last screen comes up when you've

successfully finished the GUIDE Plus+ Gold
setup.

Remember:

Leave your cable box turned ON to download program information.
Leave your VCR turned OFF to record programs.

Press OK to leave the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system setup and either return to the TV's Interactive Setup or the Main Menu. For
more information about the GUIDE Plus+ Gold system, see the section Features and Controls.

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SETTING THE TIME

The next step in the Interactive Setup lets you set the time of day. If your
GUIDE Plus+ Gold system has not completed its first download, you need
to set the time. Once the system has completed its first download, it sets
the time for you automatically.

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.

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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.

SETTI NG 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.)

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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.

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