RCA F25423TX41AC4, F25423TX51AC5, F25423TX41AC8, F25423TX51AC9 User Manual
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this product 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
_This symbol indicates
important instructions
accompanying the product.
personal injury.
Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of
plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Attention: Pour eviter les chocs 61ectriques, introduire
la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne
correspondante de la prise et pousser jusq0 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. 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 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/Address/Phone:
G-LINK, 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 multimedia Inc. and Gemstar are not in any way liable for the accuracy of the program information
provided by the GUIDE Plus+ System. In no event shall Thomson multimedia Inc. or Gemstar be liable for any
amount representing loss of profits, loss of business, or indirect, special, or consequential damages in connection
with the provision or use of any information equipment, or services relating to the GUIDE Plus+ System.
Key Features Overview
Your TV is equipped with Datures that will add to your TV viewing experience. The lk)llowing
infi_rmation sumnmrizes a llew of these t_atures. Chapl_r 3 provides more inlk)rmation about the
rest of the TV's fl.atures and how to use them.
On-screen Program Guide
Description: The GUIDE Plus+ system is an on-screen interactive list of
programs and inlk>rmation that is built into your TV. You can scroll through tile
guide to see what's on and tune direc/ly to that program l_om tile guide. You
can also browse programs by category with tile sort l_ature.
When you access tile News fi:ature, MSNBC will appear in your video window if
it's awtilable through your TV.
Oneqbuch VCR Recording is another benefit of tile GUIDE Plus+ system. You
don't have to remember to program your VCR or use tile menus in your VCR to
set up a recnrding.
Requirements:
• Remove tile Demn Pin lkom tile G-LINK jack.
• Complete tile nn-screen interactive setup. You'll find detailed instructions in
Chapter 1,
• Oneqbuch VCR Recording: You must connect tile G-LINK cable to tile TV
and place one of the wands in f_ont of the relnow sensor on tile VCR.
• If you have a cable box, connect tile G-LINK cable to the TV and place one
of tile wands in t}nnt of tile remote sensor on tile cable box.
V-Chip: Parental Controls
Description: You can block programs and movies by conl*.nt, age-based
ratings, and/or movie ratings.
Requirements:
• Set up the l)arertt_l CorttroL_ menu in tile TV's main m_,nu (Chapter 3
has details).
• The broadcasters nmst use/he rating system when they send tile program
to your TV in order lk_ryour TV to block tile program.
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Introduction
Key Features Overview .................................................................................................... 1
On-screen Program Guide ......................................................................................... 1
V-Chip: Parental Controls ........................................................................................... 1
Chapter 1: Connections & Setup
Things to Consider Before You Connect ......................................................................... 6
Protect Against Power Surges ................................................................................... 6
Protect Components from Overheating ................................................................... 6
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference ............................................ 6
Important Stand and Base Safety information ........................................................ 6
Use Indirect Light ....................................................................................................... 6
Demo Pin .................................................................................................................... 6
Choose Your Connection .................................................................................................. 7
Connection: TV + VCR....................................................................................................... 8
Connection: TV Only ......................................................................................................... 9
Connection: TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver ................................................................... 11
Why You Should Connect This G-UNK Cable ............................................................... 12
How to Find the Remote Sensor ............................................................................. 12
Placing the G-LINK Wands ....................................................................................... 12
Complete the Interactive Setup ..................................................................................... 14
Set the Menu Language .......................................................................................... 14
Complete Auto Channel Search .............................................................................. 14
The GUIDE Plus+ System Setup ................................................................................ 15
What to Expect ............................................................................................................... 20
Next Steps ....................................................................................................................... 20
Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control
The Buttons on the Remote Control ............................................................................. 22
Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components ......................................... 24
Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote ....................................................... 24
How to Program the Remote .................................................................................. 24
Now to Use the Remote After You've Programmed It ................................................ 25
Chapter 3: Using the TV's Features
About the GUIDE Plus+ System ..................................................................................... 28
Downloading Data ................................................................................................... 28
Getting In & Out of the GUIDE Plus+ System ......................................................... 29
The GUIDE Plus+ System Menus .............................................................................. 29
Grid Guide ................................................................................................................ 29
Sort ............................................................................................................................ 31
News .......................................................................................................................... 32
Schedule .................................................................................................................... 32
Messages ................................................................................................................... 33
Setup ......................................................................................................................... 34
Channels ................................................................................................................... 34
How to Get More information About an Advertisement or a Program ............... 35
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GUIDE Plus+ Menu Items ............................................................................................... 35
Channel Banner .............................................................................................................. 36
Parental Controls and V-Chip ......................................................................................... 36
How V-Chip Works ................................................................................................... 37
V-Chip TV Rating Limit ............................................................................................. 38
Blocking Specific Content Themes .......................................................................... 40
Viewing Specific Content Themes ........................................................................... 41
V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ....................................................................................... 41
V-Chip Unrated Program Block ............................................................................... 43
Channel Block ........................................................................................................... 43
Front Panel Block ..................................................................................................... 43
LocklUnlock Parental Controls ................................................................................ 44
Chapter 4: Using the TV's Menu System
How to Use Your TV's Menu System ............................................................................. 46
Picture Quality Menu ..................................................................................................... 46
Screen Menu ................................................................................................................... 47
Using Closed Captioning ................................................................................................ 48
Channel Menu ................................................................................................................. 49
Time Menu ...................................................................................................................... SO
Chapter 5: Other Information
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................. 52
The Front of Your TV ...................................................................................................... 55
Care and Cleaning .......................................................................................................... 55
RCA TV Limited Warranty .............................................................................................. 56
Index ................................................................................................................................ 59
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Connections & Setup
Chapter Overview:
• Things to Consider Before You Connect
• Choose Your Connection
• Connections
• Why You Should Connect This G-LINK Cable
• Plug in theTV
• Put Batteries in the Remote
• How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the
Interactive Setup
• Turn on the TV
• Complete the Interactive Setup
Changing Entertainment. Again.
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Things to Consider Before You Connect
Protect Against Power Surges
• Connect all components betore you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet.
• Turn off the TV and/or component betk)re you connect or disconnect any cables.
• Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Reti,r to the Important
Sali, guards sheet packed with your TV.
Protect Components from Overheating
• Don't block ventilation holes on any ot the components. Arrange the components so that
air can circulate ficeely.
• Don't stack components.
• When you place components in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation.
• If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on the top shelf so the heated air
from it won't flow around other components.
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference
• Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack.
• If you place components above the TV, route all cables down the side of the back ot the
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T'_ instead of straight down the middle of the back of the TV.
• If your antenna uses 300-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil the cables. Also, keep the twin
lead cables away from audio/video cables.
Important Stand and Base Safety Information
Choos_, the location tor your TV carefully. Place the TV on a stand or bas_, that is ot adequate
size and strength to prevent the TV ficom being accidentally tipped over, pushed ofl, or pulled
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ofL This could cause personal injury and/or damage the T\. Reler to the Important Sail, guards
sheet packed with your TV.
Use Indirect Light
Don't place the TV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen. Use soft
or indirect lighting.
Demo Pin
You must remove the Demo I in from the G-LINK jack on the back of
your TV in order |k_r your TV to operate properly and to connect the
G-LINK cable.
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Choose Your Connection
There are several ways to connect your TV. Please use the fk)llowing chart to determine which
connection is best tor you. Proceed to the appropriate page and connect your TV.
Components
Cables
Needed
Coaxial
G-LINK cable
Coaxial
G-LINK cable
Connection
Title
TV + VCR
TV Only
Coaxial
G-LINK cable
TV + VCR +
Satellite Receiver
Go to...
page 8
page 9
pages 10-11
Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV
The pictures below show the cables needed l_>rthe connections represented in this book.
Note: t lease t_cat_ Ih_ G-LL_VKcab!_ (proz ided) z,tbe_zb oz¢,re getlin<,d tea#{9 to s_I z_p,>ozc,r
7'17_Yozl Iz_'ed to eolzlzect Ibis cab& to 3'our 7'1_;and to ,_o_r _CR and/or cab& box in
ord_,r fiJr all (#'tbej_,alu*ws (#'Ibe pr(4_ram gz_ide to worleproper(7.
G-LINK cabie
Coaxiai cable
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TV(backpanel)
CABLE/
G-LINK ANTENN_
VCR
AUDIO
0 OUT? _L I, FBOMANT CH3
FromCable,
Cable Box,
orAntenna
Connection: TV + VCR
1.
2.
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Connect your TV to your VCR
Connect a coaxial cable to the CABLE/ANTENNA jack on your TV and to the Output Jack on your
VCR (s()metimes labeled OUT TO TVL
Connect cable or antenna to your VCR
Connect the coaxial cable fronl your cable outlvt, cable box, or antenna to the Input Jack on your
VCR (sometimes labeled IN FROM ANTENNA or IN FROM ANT).
Connect the G-LINK cable to the TV
A. If you haven't already done so, remove the Demo Pin tYom the G-LINK jack,
B. Connect the G-LINK cable to the G-LINK jack on the TV, Next step, place the wands of the
G-LINK cable to work with your VCR (instructions are on p. 12).
Go to page 12
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TV (back panel)
CABLE/
l_From Cable
or Antsfln8
Connection: TV Only
1. Connect the TV to your cable or antenna
Connect tile coaxial cable flcom your cable or anl_.nna to the CABLE/ANTENNA jack on tile back
of your TV
Go to page 13
2. If you're connecting a cable box, connect the G-LINK cable
A. If you haven't already don(. so, remow, the Demo Pin from thE. G-LINK jack.
B. Connect the G-LINK cable to the G-LINK jack on the TV. Next step, place the wands of the
G-LINK cable to the cable box (instructions are on p. 12).
Go to page 12
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SATELLITERECEIVER FromCableor Antenna
VCR
OUT
VIDEO R L
INFROMANT
i_ OUTTOTV
S-VIDEO
SATELLITE
IN
Satellite
Signal
VIDEO AUDIO
_OUT_
R L
R L
OUTTO W
TV (back panel)
ANTENNA
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Connection: TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver
1. Connect coaxial cables to the Satellite Receiver
A. Connect the coaxial cable t_()m your cable outlet, cable box, or antenna to the Input Jack
on your satellite receiver (sometimes labeled IN FROM ANT).
B. Connect the coaxial cable t_cnm your satellite dish antenna to the Input Jack on your
satellite receiver (sometimes labeled SATELLITE IN).
2. Connect the Satellite Receiver to the VCR and to the TV
A. Connect a coaxial cable to the Output Jack (sometimes labeled OUT TO TV) on the
satellite receiver and to the Input Jack on the VCR (sometimes labeled IN FI,'OM ANT),
B. Connect a coaxial cable to/he Output Jack on the VCR (sometimes labeled OUT TO TV)
and to the CABLE/ANTENNA jack on the TV.
3. Connect G-LINK cable
A. If you haven't done so, remove the Demo Pin ff()m the G-LINK jack,
B. Connect the G-LINK cable to the G-LINK jack on the TV. Next st*,p, place the wands of
the G-LINK cable to work with your VCR (instructions are on p. 12).
Go to page 12
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Why You Should Connect This G-LINK Cable
The G-LINK cable enables the G{IDE Plus+ system (the on-screen interactive program guide) to
work with your VCR and/or cable box.
Cable Box- If your TV is connected to a cable box you must connect tile G-LINK cable to
receive TV program listings lbr your area, and to tune directly to a channel when the program
guide is on your TV screen.
VCR- If your TV is connected to a VCR and ynH don't connect tile G-LINK cable, one-touch
recording won't work. The other teatures nt the guide will work properly.
le
G_LINK wands
How to Find the Remote Sensor
You have to place tile G-LINK wands in l_cnntof the remote sensor on the VCR and/or cable box.
Some cable boxes and VCRs have tile remote sensor labeled on tile unit. If the remolu sensor isn't
labeled on your VCR and/or cable box, you need to use the remote cnntrnl that came with the
VCR and/or cable box to locate the sensor.
1. Turn off the VCR and/or cable box.
2. Hold tile remote control (not the one that came with your TV, but tile one that came with tile
cable box and/or VCR to which you're attaching the G-LINK cable) so that it is touching the
frnnt of the component.
3. Slowly move tile remote cnntrnl across the front ol tile component (\ CR or cable box) v_hile
you press the power button on and off. Ybu must press and release the power button each
time you move the remote (holding down the button won't work).
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When tile component turns on, you've located the remote sensor.
Tip
If you don't have both a
cable box and a VCR
connected to your TV,
just coil the cable of the
extra G-LINK wand with a
twist tie and leave it
behind the T_
Placing the G-LINK Wands
Place the G-LINI<_",,_ands in front of tile remote sensor on your VCR and/or cable box
approximately one inch away 11"()i11the remote sensor (see instructions below).
IV (ba_k panel)
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Plug in the TV
Plug the end of the power cord into the wall outlet. Match the wide blade of the
plug with the wide slot in the outlet. Insert the plug completely into
the outlet.
Put Batteries in the Remote
1. Remove the battery compartment cover on the remote.
2. Insert new batteries. Malch the polarities (+ and -) on the baueries with the
diagram on the remote.
3. Put the battery compartment cover back on the remote.
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Use the arrow buttons and the OK
button to move through the menu
system.
How to Use the Remote Control to
Complete the Interactive Setup
The technical term is 'Navigation" - how yOklinove through the on-screen
menus. The theory is the same throughout the menu screens: highlight your
choice and select it.
To highlight a inenkl item, press the arrow buttons tin the remote to highlight
one tit'/he items listed on the screen, tse tile tip or down arrow button to nlove
up or down. tse the right or left arrow button to move right or left.
To select the item that you've highlighted, press OK.
Note: Highlightecl means that the mem_ item stands out./?om other
mem_ items on the list (appears claH_e_;b_@t_ _; or a cl([/_rent col_ _9.
Turn on the TV
Press the TV bul/on on the remote control or the POWER button on the TV (the
first screen of the Interactive Setup appears). The menu screens "time out" al_er
a period of time if yotl don't make a selection. The tips in this section tell yoLl
how to access the Setup menu screens manually.
Note: Pressingg the TV bzttto_ not o_(I' tztrns on the 7'_ but puts the
# # 7 # 7 #_ •
t'emote i!_ _1_ t_locle. '_1_ mode ' m_a_s that the bz_ttons o_* the remote
control operate the TlT_f!_zctions.
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Tip
To access the setup menus manually,
press MENU and choose Setup
Complete the Interactive Setup
The menu system in your TV allows the TV's fl.atures to work properly. In this
book, we call it the 'interactive setup" because the TV asks you questions, you
answer, and the TV makes tile appropriate adjustments. The first time you turn
on your TV, the setup screens appear automatically.
Set the Menu Language
The first part of the SET_,q_asks you to select your preterred hmguage t_r the
menu system.
1. Highlight your preterred language tnr the menu system.
2. Press OK to select that language.
Complete Auto Channel Search
The next part of the 3"ET/__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."
1. Press OK to tell the TV to begin searching tnr channels. A progress report
appears on the screen.
2. When the screen on tile TV tells you tile search is complete, press OK (tile
+
first GUIDE I lus system setup screen appears).
Note: [/'yozi skip Azao Cbannel S>arcb nou!, you can access it later
/broz_gh the Channel memo. 5_,e Chapter 4jbr more d_,/ait._.
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np
If you move to a new zip or postal
code, or if any of your information
changes, you need to access the
setup screens from the TV9 main
menu--press MENU, choose GUIDE
Plus+ Menu, and choose GUIDE
Plus+ Setup,
The GUIDE Plus+ System Setup
The GUIDE Plus+ system is an on-screen interactive program guide that lis_
what shows are on TV in your area, In order to receive program listings, you
need to complete the RJlowing steps.
The G-LINK cable nmst be connected to the back of your TV, and tile wands
must be placed in tYont of the remote sensor on the cable box and/or VCR in
order t2)r the G[IDE Plus+ system to work (go back to p. 12 tk)r details).
1. You should see a screen displaying tile t>amres of tile Guide Plus+ system.
Press OK to continue.
2. The next screen asks yon to locate setup materials and hardware. Once you
have done this, press OK lo continue.
Step 1: Identifying Your TV's Location
1. if your country is highliglm, d, press OK on the remote control.
If your country isn't highlighted, press tile up or down arrow butlon on the
remote control to highlight your country and press OK.
2.
[se tile nunlber buuons on your remote to em{,r your zip code.
Press OK when you're finished.
Note: lj'yonrpost_l cocl_,contains tettel:%press" the np and down a,row
buttons on,Four remote to enter letters, und press the Hgbt a_Tow button
logo to the _ext space. 7be t<,/?urrou butto_ moz,es Fou to the t<,/?.
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Step 2: Configuring for Cable
The next series of screens asks you about your cable setup. To supply your TV
with the correct TV program listings, the GUIDE Plus+ system needs to know if
your TV is connected to cable.
1. If your TV is connected to cable, highlight Yes and press OK.
If your TV isn't connected to cable, highlight No and press OK (Slt_F 3:
Co*_/l_guHngjbr a VCR appears).
2_
If you have a cable box connected to this TV, highlight Yes and press OK on
your remote control.
Note: 7be next series o/'screens are ve_3' impo_qant becw_se Gt,gDtZi)tus+
,_ystem must,/'ind the correct cable box #{/brmation in order,/br the
program sc,5#dut_, to be co_Tect in your 7Y_ program guicl_,.
If you don't have a cable box connected to this TV, highlight No and
press OK (ST/J °3: Cotd_mqngjbr a VCR appears).
Tip
If you're not sure which channel is the
cable box's output channel, consult
the book that came with your cable
box or contact your cable company,
3_
Highlight lhe channel lo which you have to tune your TV in order to see
cable programming, and press OK (a screen appears reminding you to
connect your G-LINK cable to your TV and cable bnx).
Note: Channel (b4 is the most commotL
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4. Highlight your brand of cable box, and press OK.
It your brand isn't listed, highlight 2viJtListed and press OK.
5.
Make sure your cable box is on.
Tune tile cable box to channel 02 (use tile remote control that came with
your cable box, or press tile channel buttons on the cable box).
Press OK (tile GUIDE Plus+ system starts testing cndes).
Important Note: When corl_,testirlg i._in pr%{4ress, don't/oz_:ch 3,oz_:rTK
VCR, cable, box or ar(F (?/'the remote control._ j_)r tbese prodz_cts.
.
Look at your cable box. If it is still on and changed to channel 09, tile test
was successful. Highlight Yes', and press OK (STIJ°3: Co*{f!g*¢*qn/4.fiJra VCR
appeatx).
If your cable box didn't change to channel 09 or turned itself off, you have
two choices: 3)k_and 7_st this cod_, a/da#z.
78st this cod(, a/4ain: If you think tile TV, the cable box, or any of tile
remote controls might have been louched or bumped during the test,
highlight Te._tthi._code a/4ain and press OK (tile GUIDE Plus+ system runs
tile sanle set of cndes).
3)1):If y(xl don't thinl< tile test was interrupted, highlight 3)k_and press OK
(GUIDE Plus+ system tests the next code).
Repeat tile previous instructions until the TV finds the correct cable box
code. Follow the instructions on tile screen.
Note.. I]'the 7_z ca_ 't f!_zd 3'oz¢r cable box code, atr( z¢bleshoot#_g
checklist appea_:_. Car@dl_ re_.iew each checklist and lbllow t,Se
instrzlctions oi* the screen.
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Step 3: Configuring for a VCR
1. If your TV is connect_d to a VCR, press OK.
If it is not, highlight No and press OK (a screen appears reminding you to
connect your G-LINK cable to your TV and VCR).
2. Use the Lip and down arrow bul/ons to highlight the brand of your VCR that
is connected to the TV.
If your brand isn't listed, highlight Not Listed and press OK.
3_
Tune your VCR to channel 02. Next, turn OFF your VCR. When you
complete these steps, press OK to begin testing.
Important Note: Wher_ code testing i._in progress, don't toJ_ch yoJ_r 7'I_;
VCR, or an)' of the remote cont_dsjbr tbese products.
4_
Look at the front of your VCR. If your VCR turned on automatically and
changed to channel 09, the lest was successful. Highlight Yes and press OK.
If your VCR didn't change to channel 09, you can either choose No or 7_,st
this code a/4airt.
If you think your TV or relnotes might have been touched during the test,
tune your VCR to channel 02, turn off your VCR and highlight 7?,st tbLs
code again.
If you don't think the test was interrupted, highlight No. Tune your VCR to
channel 02 and turn off your VCR. Press OK (the GUIDE Plus+ system starts
testing another set of codes.)
Keep lk_llowing the previous instructions until the VCR finds the correct
code.
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