RCA F32649YX71 User Manual

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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or

electric shock, 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.

_ik 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 _viter les chocs _lectriques, introduire

la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne
correspondante de la prise et pousser jusq_ au fond.

Refer to the identificationlrating 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:
DealerlAdd resslPhone:

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 Consumer Electronics 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 Consumer Electronics 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 "IV is equipped with features that will add to your TV viewing experience. "II_e following
intSrmation summarizes a l)w of these features. Chapter 3 provides more information about the

rest of the TV's features and how to use them.

On-screen Program Guide

Description: The GUIDE Plus+ system is an on-screen interactive list of
programs and intormation that is built into your "IV. You can scroll through the
guide to see what's on and tune directly to that program from the guide. You

can also browse programs by category wilh the sort l)ature.
When you access the News feature, MSNBC will appear in your video window

if it's available through your "IV.
One-Touch VCR Recording is another benefit of the GUIDE Plus+ system. You

don't have to remember to program your VCR or use the menus in your VCR
to set up a recording.

Requirements:

• Remove the Demo Pin from the G-LINK jack.

• Complete the on-screen interactive setup. You'll find detailed instructions
in Chapter 1.

• One-Touch VCR Recording: You must connect the G-LINK cable to lhe "IV
and place one of the wands in front of the remote sensor on the VCR.

• If you have a cable box, connect the G-LINK cable to the "IV and place
one of the wands in front of the remote sensor on the cable box.

PIP (Picture-In-Picture)

Description: PIP lets you watch two channels at one time -- one channel on
the main screen and the other in a smaller window.

Requirements: Connect audio/video cables to your "IV and to another
component that has a tuner (a VCR or a satellile receiver).

Your "IV has one tuner, which means it can tune to one channel at a time. You
must set up a second component (VCR or satellile receiver) to act as the
second tuner in order for PIP to work. Chapter 1 and Chapter 5 have

detailed instructions.

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V-Chip: Parental Controls

Description: You can block programs and movies by content, age-based
ratings, and/or movie ratings.

Requirements:

• Set up the Parerzlal Controls menu in the "l_'s main menu (Chapter 3

has details).

• "Ilae broadcasters must use the rating system when they send the program to
your "IV in order for your TV to block the program.

Auto Tuning

Description: Allows you to set tip the TV to automatically tune to a specific
channel when you press a certain component (VCR, DVD Player, etc.) button on

the remote.
Requirements: Set up Auto Tuning in d_e "lW's menu system. (Chapter 3

has details).

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Introduction

Key Features Overview .................................................................................................... 1

On-screen Program Guide ......................................................................................... 1

PIP(Picture-in-Picture) ............................................................................................... 1

V-Chip: Parental Controls ........................................................................................... 2

Auto Tuning ................................................................................................................ 2

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 BaseSafety Information ........................................................ 6

Use Indirect Light ....................................................................................................... 6

Connection Pictures ................................................................................................... 6

Demo Pin .................................................................................................................... 6

Choose Your Connection .................................................................................................. 7

Connection: TV + VCR....................................................................................................... 8

Connection: TV Only (No PIP) .......................................................................................... 9

Connection: TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver ................................................................... 11

Connection: TV + VCR + Cable Box ................................................................................ 12

Why You Should Connect This G-LINK Cable ............................................................... 13

Howto Find the Remote Sensor ............................................................................. 13

Placing the G-LINK Wands ....................................................................................... 13

Complete the Interactive Setup ..................................................................................... 15

Set the Menu Language .......................................................................................... 15

Complete Auto Channel Search .............................................................................. 15

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

Using the WHO=INPUT Button ................................................................................ 23

Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components ......................................... 24

Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote ....................................................... 24

How to Program the Remote .................................................................................. 24

How 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

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Schedule .................................................................................................................... 32

Messages ................................................................................................................... 33

Channels ................................................................................................................... 34

Setup ......................................................................................................................... 34

How to Get More Information About an Advertisement or a Program ............... 35

GUIDE Plus+ Menu Items ............................................................................................... 35

Channel Banner .............................................................................................................. 36

The PIP (Picture-In-Picture) Feature ............................................................................... 36

PIPTroubleshooting ................................................................................................. 38

Why You Should Use the Auto Tuning Feature ............................................................ 38

How to Set Up the Auto Tuning Feature ................................................................ 38

Parental Controls and V-Chip ......................................................................................... 40

How V-Chip Works ................................................................................................... 40

V-Chip TV Rating Limit ............................................................................................. 41

Blocking Specific Content Themes .......................................................................... 43

Viewing Specific Content Themes ........................................................................... 44

V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ....................................................................................... 44

V-Chip Unrated Program Block ............................................................................... 45

Channel Block ........................................................................................................... 46

Front Panel Block ..................................................................................................... 46

Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ................................................................................ 46

Chapter 4: Using the TV's Menu System

How to Use Your TV's Menu System ............................................................................. 48

Audio Menu .................................................................................................................... 49

Picture Quality Menu ..................................................................................................... 50

Screen Menu ................................................................................................................... 50

Using Closed Captioning ................................................................................................ 51

Channel Menu ................................................................................................................. 52

Time Menu ...................................................................................................................... 52

Chapter 5: Other Information

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

Care and Cleanim .......................................................................................................... 57

Front Panel ...................................................................................................................... 57

RCA TV Limited Warranty .............................................................................................. 58

Index ................................................................................................................................ 61

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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 theTV

• Complete the Interactive Setup

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Things to Consider Before You Connect

Protect Against Power Surges

• Connect all components before you plug any of |heir power cords into the wall outlet.

• Turn off the TV and/or component before you connect or disconnect any cables.

• Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important
Safeguards sheet packed with your TV.

Protect Components from Overheating

• Don't block ventilation holes on any of the components. Arrange lhe components so that
air can circulate freely.

• 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 olher components.

Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference

• Insert each cable firmly into tl_e designated jack.

• If you place components above the TV, route all cables down the side of the back of the
TV instead of straight down the middle of lhe back of the TV.

• If your antenna uses 300-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil lhe cables. Also, keep the twin
lead cables away from audio/video cables.

Important Stand and Base Safety Information

Choose the location for your TV carel_flly. Place fl_e "IV on a stand or base fl_at is of adequate
size and strenglh to prevent the "IV from being accidentally tipped over, pushed off, or pulled
off. This could cause personal injury and/or damage the TV. Reli:r to the hnportant Safeguards

sheet packed wilh your TV.

Use Indirect Light

Don't place the TV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen. Use sot)
or indirect lighting.

Connection Pictures

Audio/video cables are usually bundled together. For better visibility, tl_e connection pictures in
this book show each cable separately (audio let), audio right, and video).

Demo Pin

You must remove the Demo Pin Dom the G-LINK jack on the back of
your TV in order for your "IV 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 following chart to determine which
connection is best for you. Proceed to the appropriate page and connect your TV.

Components Cables

Needed

Connection Go to...
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Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV

The pictures below show the cables needed for the connections represented in this book.

Notes: Audio/Video cables (A/V cables fi)r short) are usually sold as a bundled set, but

the connection pictures in this book show each cable separatelyfi_r better visibility. You
must use A/V cables to connect a VCR to your 237ifyou want PIP (Picture-In-Picture) to

work.

Please locate the G-LINK cable (provided) u hen you re getting ready to set up your "I3_

You need to connect this cable to your TV, and to your VCR and/or cable box in order fiJr

all of the features cf the prc{gram guide to work properly.

G-LINK cable

Audio/Video cables Coaxial cable S-Video cable

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TV (back panel)

VIDEO R AUDIO L/MONOI _

0 "0 0

R L

You need to connect your VCR to your TV FromCable

or Allle[l[I R

with audio/video cables in order for Picture-

In-Picture (PIP) to work (see picture above).

Connection: TV + VCR

1. Connect your TV to your VCR

2.

.

A. Connect a coaxial cable to the CABLE/ANTENNA jack on your TV and to the Output Jack on

your VCR (sometimes labeled OUT TO TV).

B. Connect the audio/video cables. Connect audio cables (white and red) to the AUDIO 1N jacks

on the back of lhe "1_ (R and L/MONO) and to the Audio Output Jacks on the VCR (sometimes
labeled OUT R L).

C. Connect the video cable (yellow) to the VIDEO IN iack on d_e back of the TV and to the Vide()

Output Jack on the VCR.

Connect cable or antenna to your VCR
Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet, 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 from the G-LINK iack.
B. Connect the G-LINK cable to the G-LINK jack on the "IV. Next step, place one of the wands of

the G-LINK cable to work with your VCR (instructions are on p. 13).

Go to page 13

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TV(backpanel)

FromCable

orAntenna

PIP (Picture-In-Picture) won't work if you use this
connection. You must connect a VCR to your TV with

audio/video cables in order for PIP to work.

Connection: TV Only (No PIP)

1. Connect the TV to your cable or antenna
Connect the coaxial cable from your cable or antenna to the CABLE/ANTENNA jack on the back

of your TV.

Go to page 14

2. If you're connecting a cable box, connect the G-LINK cable
A. If you haven't already done so, remove the Demo Pin from the G-LINK iack.

B. Connect the G-LINK cable to the G-LINK jack on the "IV. Next step, place the wands of the

G-LINK cable to the cable box (instructions are on p. 13).

Go to page 13

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SATELLITERECEIVER

From Cable or Antenna

VCR

Satellite

Signal

TV (back panel)

VIDEO R L/MONa

R L

OUT

G_LIHK _1 CABLE/

ANTENNA

You need to connect your Satellite Receiver to your TV with

audio/video cables (see picture above) in order for Picture-
In-Picture (PIP) to work.

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Connection: TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver

1. Connect your Satellite Receiver to your 'IV

A. Connect the audio/video cables. Connect the audio cables (white and red) to the AUDIO

IN jacks on the back of the TV (R and L/MONO) and to lhe Audio Output Jacks on lhe
Satellite Receiver.

B. Connect the video cable (yellow) to the VIDEO 1N jack on the back of the TV and to the

Video Output Jack on the satellite receiver.

C. Connect S-Video cable (optional). Connect an S-Video cable to the S-VIDEO jack on the

TV and to the S-VIDEO jack on lhe satellite receiver. (An S-Video cable provides better
picture quality lhan a regular video cable, but it is optional.)

2. Connect coaxial cables to the Satellite Receiver
A. Connect the coaxial cable from 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 from your satellite dish antenna to the Input Jack on your

satellite receiver (sometimes labeled SATELLITE IN).

3. Connect the Satellite Receiver to the VCR and to the TV

A. Connect a coaxial cable to lhe Output Jack (sometimes labeled OUT TO "IV) on lhe

satellite receiver and to the Input Jack on lhe VCR (sometimes labeled IN FROM ANT).

B. Connect a coaxial cable to lhe Oulput Jack on the VCR (sometimes labeled OUT TO TV)

and to the CABLE/ANTENNA iack on lhe TV.

4. Connect G-lINK cable

A. If you haven't done so, remove the Demo Pin from the G-LINK jack.
B. Connect the G-LINK cable to the G-LINK jack on the "IV. Nexl slep, place one of the

wands of the G-LINK cable to work with your VCR (insu'uctions are on p. 13).

Go to page 13

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SIGNAL SPLITTER

FromCableLine

VCR

CABLEBOX

Note: The GUIDE Plus+ system _ One- Tbuch VCR Recordi_ feature is not available with this

connection. If you want to use the One-Touch VCR Recording feature with your cable box, you

must use the 7Y and VCR connection on page 8. You can do so by routing the st_qnalfi_Jm your
cable box into the antenna input on your VCR. Note that PIP won't worla if you use this
connection. "Ibis connection may not be compatible with all cable services, especially if some or

all cable channels are scrambled.

Connection: TV + VCR + Cable Box

1.

2.

Connect Signal Splitter to your VCR and TV
A. Use a Signal Splitter (not provided) to split the signal coming into the room. You can purchase

a Signal Splitter at your local electronics store or through the Accessoly Order Form on
page 59.

B. Connect a coaxial cable to Signal Splitter and to the Input Jack on the VCR (sometimes labeled

ANTENNA IN).

C. Connect a coaxial cable to the Signal Splitter and to the CABLE IN Jack on the cable box.
Connect Cable Box to 'IV

Connect a coaxial cable to the TV OUT Jack on the cable box and to the CABLE/ANTENNA iack
on the TV.

.

.

Connect the TV to your VCR

A. Connecl the audio cables (white and red) to the AUDIO 1N jacks on the "IV and to the Audio

Output Jacks on the VCR (sometimes labeled AUDIO OUT R and L).

B. Connect the video cable (yellow) to the VIDEO 1N jack on the "IV and to Video Output Jack on

the VCR (sometimes labeled VIDEO).

Connect G-LINK cable

A. If you haven't already done so, remove the Demo Pin from the G-LINK iack on the TV.
B. Connect the G-LINK cable to the G-LINK jack on the "IV. Next step, place the wands of the

G-LINK cable to work with the VCR and cable box (insu'uctions are on p. 13).

Go to page 13

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Why You Should Connect This G-LINK Cable

"II_e G-LINK cable enables the GUIDE Plus+ system (the on-screen interactive program guide) to
work wid_ your VCR and/or cable box,

Cable Box - If your TV is connected to a cable box you must connect the G-LINK cable to receive
TV program listings for your area, and to tune directly to a channel when the program guide is on

your TV screen.

¥C1R- If your TV is connected to a VCR and you don't connect the G-LINK cable, one-touch VCR
recording won't work. "II_e other features of the guide will work properly.

G-LINK wands

How to Find the Remote Sensor

You have to place [he G-LINK wands in front of the remote sensor on the VCR and/or cable box.
Some cable boxes and VCRs have llle remote sensor labeled on the unit. If llle remote sensor isn't

labeled on your VCR and/or cable box, you need to use the remote control that came wilh the VCR
and/or cable box to locate the sensor.

1. Turn off the VCR and/or cable box.

2. Hold the remote conlrol (not lhe one that came with your "IV, but llle one lhat came wilh the
cable box and/or VCR to which you're attaching llle G-LINK cable) so that il is touching the
front of the component.

3. Slowly move the remote control across the front of llle component (VCR or cable box) while
you press lhe power button on and off You must press and release llle power button each time
you move the remote (holding down llle button won't work).

4,

I_ II II _1 LI-I

g -2- g-g-

When the component turns on, you've located the remote sensor.

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-LINK wands in front of the remote sensor on your VCR and/or cable box approximately
one inch away from the remote sensor (see instructions below).

IV (ba_ pa[_el)

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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 lhe plug completely into

the outlet.

Put Batteries in the Remote

1. Remove the battery compamnent cover on the remote.

2. Insert new balteries. Match the polarities (+ and -) on the batteries wilh the
diagram on lhe remote.

3. Put the battery compamnent cover back on the remote.

<3_D

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

"II_e technical term is "Navigation" - how you move through lhe on-screen
menus. "II_elheory is lhe same throughout the menu screens: higlcflight your

choice and select it.

To highlight a menu item, press the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight
one of the items listed on the screen. Use the up or down arrow button to move

up or down. Use the right or left arrow button to move right or left.
To select the item that you've highlighted, press OK.

Note: Highh_hted means that the menu item stands out from

other menu items on the list (appea_ darker; br_ghte< or a
diffc,rent colo<).

Turn on the TV

Press the "IV button on the re_qote control or the POWER button on the "1_,70he
first screen of the Interactive Setup appears). The menu screens "time out" at)er

a period of time if you don't make a selection. The tips in lhis section tell you
how to access the Setup menu screens manually.

' y _

Note: Presst_e the 7Vbutton not only turns on the TV, butputs the

remote into TV mode. "_'Vmode" means that the buttons on the remote
control operate the "I37_functions.

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Complete the Interactive Setup

The menu system in your TV allows the TV's features to work properly. In this

Tip book, we call it the "interactive setup" because/he "IV asks you questions, you

TOaccessthesetupmenus manually, answer, and the TV makes the appropriate adjustments. The first time you turn

pressMENUand chooseSetup.

on your TV, the setup screens appear automatically.

Set the Menu Language

The first part of the Sk'TI_ asks you to select your preferred language for the
menu system.

1. Highlight your preferred language for the menu system.

2. Press OK to select that language.

Complete Auto Channel Search

The next part of the _'TUP asks you if you want the TV to search _r all
channels viewable through your antenna or cable "IVsystem. This is sometimes

called "auto programming."

1. Press OK to tell the TV to begin searching for channels. A progress report
appears on the screen.

2. When the screen on the TV tells you the search is complete, press OK (the
first GUIDE Plus+ system setup screen appears).

Note: If you skip Auto Channel Search nou, you can access it later

through the Channel menu. See Chapter 3 fi)r more details.

Tip

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 TV's 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 lists
what shows are on TV in your area. In order to receive program listings, you

need to complete the following steps.

The G-LINK cable must be connected to the back of your TV, and the wands
must be placed in l¥ont of the remote sensor on your cable box and/or VCR in

order for the GUIDE Plus+ system to work (go back to p. 13 for details).

+

1. You should see a screen displaying lhe features of the Guide tlus system.
Press OK to continue.

2. The next screen asks you to locate setup materials and hardware. Once you
have done this, press OK to continue.

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Step 1:Identifying Your TV'sLocation

1. If your country is highlighted, press OK on the remote con_ol.
If your country isn't highlighted, press the up or down arrow button on the

remote con_ol to highlight your country and press OK.

2.

Use the number buttons on your remote to enter your zip code.
Press OK when you're finished.

Note: If yourpostal code contains lettetx, press the up and down arrow

buttons on your remote to enter lette_, and press the right arrow button
to go to the next ._pace. 7be left arrow button moves you to the left.

Step 2: Configuring for Cable

The next series of screens asks you about your cable setup. To supply your TV
with the correct "IV program listings, lhe GUIDE Plus+ system needs to know if

your "1_ is connected to cable.

1. If your TV is connected to cable, highlight Yes and press OK.
If your "1_ isn't connected to cable, highlight No and press OK (STEP3:

Configuri_lg for a VCR appears).

2.

If you have a cable box connected to lhis "IV, highlight Yes and press OK on
your remote con_ol.

Note: 7be next sertes of screens is ve_ important because the GUIDk"

Plus+ system must find the correct cable box information in order to

receive the correct TVprogram listings.

If you don't have a cable box connected to this "1_, highlight No and
press OK (STT2P3: Configuring for a VCR appears).

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.

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Highlight lhe channel to which you have to rune your "IV in order to see
cable programming, and press OK (a screen appeai:s reminding you to
connect your G-LINK cable to your TV and cable box).

Notes: Channel 03 is the most common.

Choose Video l/AUX ifyour cable box is connected to your 737with
audio/video cables instead of a coaxial cable. Go to page 7for pictures of

these cables.
For more #g2_rmation, go to cable box connection on page 12.

4. Highlight your brand of cable box, and press OK.
If your brand isn't listed, highlight Not Listed and press OK.

5,

Make sure your cable box is on.
Tune the cable box to channel 02 (use the remote control that came wilh

your cable box, or press the channel buttons on lhe cable box).
Press OK (the GUIDE Plus+ system starts testing codes).

Important Note: When code testing is in progress, don't touch your TV,

VCR, cable box or any of the remote controls fi_r these products.

.

Look at your cable box. If it is still on and changed to channel 09, the test
was successful. Highlight Yes, and press OK (STEP 3: Configuring fi)r a VCR

appears).

If your cable box didn't change to channel 09 or turned itself off, you have
two choices: No and Test this code again.

Test this code again: If you think the "IV, the cable box, or any of the

remote controls might have been touched or bumped during lhe test,
highlight Test this code again and press OK (the GUIDE Plus+ system runs
the same set of codes).

No: If you don't lhink the test was interrupted, highlight No and press OK
(GUIDE Plus+ system tests the next code).

Repeal the previous instmclions until lhe TV finds the correct cable box
code. Follow lhe insu'uctions on the screen.

Note: If the 737 can 'tfind your cable box co&; a troubleshoot#_

checklist appears. Carefidly review each checklist and fidlow the
insttv_ctions 0*7 the screerz.

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Step 3: Configuring for a VCR

1. If your "IV is connected to a VCR, press OK.
If it is not, highlight No and press OK (a screen will appear reminding you

to connect your G-LINK cable to your "IV and VCR.).

2. Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight the brand of your VCR that
is connected to the "lV and press OK.

If your brand isn't listed, highlight Not Listed and press OK.

.

Tune your VCR to channel 02. Nexl, turn OFF your VCR. When you
complete these steps, press OK to begin testing.

Important Note: When code testing is in progress, don't touch your "IV,

VCR, or any of the remote controls fiJr these pro&_cts.

4.

Look at the front display of your VCR. If your VCR turned on automatically
and changed to channel 09, the test was successful. Highlight Yes and
press OK.

If your VCR didn't change to channel 09, you can either choose No or Test

this code again.

If you think your "IV or remotes might have been touched during the test,
tune your VCR to channel 02, turn off your VCR and highlight Test this

code again.

If you don't think tim test was interrupted, highlight No. Tune your VCR to
channel 02 and turn off your VCR. Press OK (tim GUIDE Plus+ system starts
testing another set of codes.)

Keep following the previous insu'uctions until lhe VCR finds the
correct code.

18 Chapter 1

Tip

Leave your cable box turned ON to
download program information.

Leave your VCR turned OFF to record
programs.

Note: If the GUIDE Plus+ system can't locate the correct code for the VCR,

a list of troubleshooting instructions appeam to help you before you trF
again.

• 7_F VCR configuration again: repeat VCR setup.

• Test alternate codes: tests selected brands and if this fails, the test

continues with all codes in the system.

• Skip this step: the GUIDE Plus+ system won't he able to automatically
schedule programs to record on your VCR.

Step 4: Confirming Your Settings

1. Check to rrlake sure all settings are corrlplete and correct. If all settings are
complete, highlight Yes, end setup and press OK. If your cable box and/or
VCR code testing failed, you should see INCOMPLETE where the cable
box and VCR codes are listed. Once setup is complete, additional
screens appear.

If any settings are incomplete or incorrect, highlight No, repeat setup process
and press OK. Follow the insu'uctions on the screen.

2. You can choose to view a demo of the GUIDE Plus+ features, which may
"take a few minutes to load. If you don't want to see the demo right now,
press OK to watch TV.

Chapter I 19

Connections Setup

What to Expect

"II_e next time you turn on your TV, lhe GUIDE Plus+ system will appear on the screen. "II_e
following examples explain what you might see:

• If all of the program intormation has been sent to your "IV, the GUIDE Plus+ system
appears with all of your "IV program listings.

• If the program information hasn't been sent to your "IV yet, an outline of lhe GUIDE
(without "IV program listings) will appear on the screen. Program information is usually
sent to your "IV at night.

• If the TV detected that you have multiple cable companies in your area, ST_2P 5: Choosing

Your Channel Lineup appears.

Features of the GUIDE Plus+ system are explained in Chapter 3.
To clear the guide from your screen, press CLEAR or GUIDE on the remote con_ol.

Next Steps

Now that you've finished the Intei'active Setup, you're ready to watch TV. This might be a good
time to program your remo[e control. The remote control [hat came wi_h [his "IV can be

programmed to operate other components. Go to lhe next chapter to lind out how to program
your remote.

20 Chapter 1

2

Using the Remote Control

Chapter Overview:

• The Buttons on the Remote Control

• Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components

• How To Use the Remote After You've Programmed It

• Code List

Changing Entertainment. Again.

21

Using the Re Qte ¢ontro|

L.E.D.

VCR_ TV

C> <3

DVD VCR2 AUX SAT*CABLE

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MUTE SKIP

SOUND CO BACK
GUIDE INFO

MENU CLEAR

ANTENNA

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REV[RSE PLAY FORWARD

REC'VCR+ STOP PAUSE

PIP SWAP CH CTRL RESET

OOOO

The Buttons on the Remote Control

0-9 (Number buttons) Enter channel numbers and time settings directly
through the remote control.

To enter a two-digit channel, press the two digits. To enter a three-digit channel,
press and hold the fii:st digit for two seconds until two dashes appear to dm

right of the number, then add the second two. Example: to tune to channel 123,
press and hold 1 for two seconds, press 2, tllen press 3.

Arrow buttons (up, down, left, right) Press the arrow buttons to move
through the on-screen menu system. Also moves PIP window to different areas

on the screen.

ANTENNA Functions as TV/VCR button in VCR mode and "IN/receiver button
in SKI'*CABLE mode.

AUX (auxiliary) Puts the remote in auxiliary mode to operate the component
you've programmed the remote to operate with this button. You can program
this button to control a cable box, most RCA, GE and PROSCAN audio

components, a laserdisc player, or a VCR. If you set up the Auto Tuning feature
(Chapter 3), pressing the AUX button automatically tunes the "IV to the

correct channel.

CH (up and down) buttons Scan up or down through tlle cun'ent channel list.
Press once to change tl_e channel up or down; press and hold to continue

changing channels.
CH CTRL (Channel Control) Selects the picture window (main window or

PIP window) that changes when you press the channel up or channel down
button or the WHO*INPUT button.

CLEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns you to
"IV viewing.

DVD Puts the remote in DVD mode. If you set up the Auto Tuning feature
(Chapter 3), pressing the DVD button automatically tunes the "IV to the

correct channel.
FORWARD If you're operating a VCR or DVD Player wilh the remote control,

press FORWARD to advance a disc or videotape.
GO BACK Returns you to the previous channel.

GUIDE Press GUIDE to make the GUIDE Plus+ system appear on the screen:
press GUIDE again to remove it from the screen.

INFO Displays channel intkmnation.
LE.D. (light-emilting diode) The little light on the remote that lights when you

are programming tlle remote. It also lights when you press a valid button on
the remote.

MENU Displays the TV's Main menu. You can also press and hold for 2
seconds to display the GUIDE Plus+ system.

MUTE Lowers the w)lume to its minimum level. Press again to restore w)lume.
OK When a menu is on the screen, press OK to select the item that

is highlighted.

22 Chapter 2

the RemQte ¢ontro|

To turn off all the
RCA, GE, and
PROSCAN

components that are
connected to the TV,

press ONoOFF twice
within two seconds.

This feature only
works with most RCA,

GE and PROSCAN
products.

ON.OFF Turns the "IV on and off. When the remote is in another mode (VCR, DVD, Satellite, etc.)
and the remote is programmed to operate that component, you can press ON*OFF to turn lhe
component on and off.

PAUSE If you're operating a VCR or DVD Player with the remote control, press PAUSE when the disc
or videotape is playing to pause playback.

PIP (Picture-In-Picture) Brings up the small Picture-In-Picture window. Press again to remove the
PIP window.

PLAY If you're operating a VCR or DVD Player, plays the disc or videotape.
REC.VCR+ When lhe GUIDE Plus+ program guide is on the screen, press KEC.VCR+ to program

your VCR to record a program. If lhe remote is in VCR mode, press REC.VCR+ to start recording.
RESET Resets original settings in several control panels.

REVERSE If you're operating a VCR or DVD Player with the remote control, press REVERSE to go
backwards on a disc or videotape.

SAT=CABLE Puts the remote in SAT-CABLE mode. If you set up the Auto Tuning tbature (Chapter

3), pressing lhe SKI'. CABLE button automatically tunes the "IV to the correct channel.
SKIP If you press this button before you change lhe channel, lhe "IV wails 30 seconds and

automatically goes back to the original channel. Each time you press SKIP, you add 30 seconds (i.e, if
you press SKIP two times before you change the channel, the "IV waits 60 seconds and automatically

turns back to the original channel).
SOUND Displays the AUDIOPROCESSOI,'menu.

STOP If you're operating a VCR or DVD Player, stops playing the disc or videotape.
SWAP Switches the main picture with the PIP window.

TV Turns on the "lV and puts the remote in TV mode. Also displays channel intormation.
VCR1 Puts lhe remote in VCR mode. If you set up lhe Aura Tuning feature (Chapter 3), pressing the

VCR1 button automatically tunes the "IV to the correct channel.
VCR2 Puts lhe remote in VCR mode. If you set up lhe Aura Tuning feature (Chapter 3), pressing the

VCR2 button automatically tunes the "IV to the correct channel.

VOL (up and down) buttons Decrease or increase the "lV's volume.
WHO-INPUT In "IV mode, press WHO-INPUT to toggle through lhe available Video Input channels

(VID/SVID and the cmxent channel). In SKI" mode, press to select available channel lists.

Using the WHO-INPUT Button

Use the WHO-INPUT button to toggle through the available input sources (VID and the current
channel) and view the content from the component you have connected to the "IV.

1. Press "IV to place the remote in "IV mode. Make sure that the content from the component is
turned ON.

2. Press WHO-INPUT to tune to lhe available input source and view the component.

3. Press WHO-INPUT again to tune back to the channel you were previously watching.

Chapter 2 23

STOP

You'll use these buttons when you program the
remote to operate another component.

The remote may not operate all models of
all brands.

Programming the Remote to Operate

Other Components

The universal remote control can be progrmnmed to operate most brands
of remote controllable VCRs, satellite receivens and cable boxes. "I]_e

remote is already programmed to operate most RCA, GE and PROSCAN
TVs, VCRs, DVD players, laserdisc players and satellite receivers.

Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote

To determine whether the universal remote needs to be programmed,
turn a component ON, such as a VCR, point the remote at the VCR, and

press the VCR1 button. Then press ON-OFF or channel up or channel
down to see if the VCR responds to the remote commands. If not, the

remote needs to be programmed.

How to Program the Remote

There are two ways to program the remote control: autolnatic code

search and direct entry. Inslructions for both ways fi)llow.

rip

To stop the automatic code search without
programming any components, press and hold CLEAR
until the light on the remote turns off.

Using Automatic Code Search

1. Turn on the component you want the remote to operate (VCR, DVD
Player, etc.)

2,

Press and hold the component button on the remote control that
corresponds to the component you want tim remote to operate
(VCR1, DVD, etc.). While you hold down the component button,
press and hold ON-OFF (when the red light on lhe remote turns

on, release both buttons).

3. Press PLAY (the red light on the remote, located below the ON-OFF
button, starts flashing).

The remote is searching the first set of component codes (there are

20 sets of codes). If the component you want to operate doesn't
turn off"automatically after 5 seconds, press PLAY again (the red
light starts flashing again as the remote searches through the next

set of codes).
Continue pressing PLAY until the component turns off.

4,

Note: If the componerzt doesn ? turn r_i'after you've pressed the

PLAY button 20 times, the component can't be programmed.

Press REVERSE, wait 2 seconds. Repeat this step until the
component turns back on.

5. To finish, press and hold the STOP button until the red light on the
remote turns off.

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Using Rein@re

Using Direct Entry

1. Tm'n on the component you want |he remote to operate.

2. Look up the brand and code number(s) for the component on the code list on page 26.

3. Press and hold the component button that corresponds to the component you want tlle
remote to operate (VCR1, DVD, etc.)

4. Enter the code from the code list.

5. Release the component button.

6. Press ON*OFF to see if Ihe component responds to the remote commands. If it doesn't, try
pressing the component bu|lon and |hen ON *OFF again.

7. If you gel no response, repeal these steps using the next code listed for your brand until the
component responds to the remote commands.

The buttons might
operate differently for
other components,
especially when you're

using another
component's menu
system.

How to Use the Remote After You've
Programmed It

Once the remote has been programmed successfully, you are ready to use it to control your
components. To operate the component:

1. Press the component bul|on (l_J, VCR1, VCR2, DVD, AUX, or SAT*CABLE) to set the remote
to operate lhe component.

2. Press ON,.OFF to turn the component ON or OFF.

3. Use the remote buttons that apply to that component.

Note: If you keep pressi*_¢ buttons and nothing happens, the remote is probably in the

wrong mode. You must press the component button that matches the component you
want to operate (i.e., *fyou want to operate the VCR, press VCR1 on the remote control to

put the remote in VCR mode.)

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VCR

Admiml ....................................................................... 213t

Adventura ................................................................... 2026

Aiko ............................................................................ 2027

Aiwa .................................................................. 2002, 2026

Akal ........ 20(13, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2(108, 2111,2112, 2113

American High ........................................................... 2021

Asha ............................................................................ 2013

Audio Dynamics ............................................... 20(19, 2010

Auditlvox .................................................................... 2014

_11 &HoweII ............................................................ 2011

_aumark ................................................................... 2013

Broksonic ......................................................... 2012, 2025

Callx ............................................................................ 20t4

Candle ............ 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019

Canon ..................................................... 2(}21, 2022, 2114

Capehart ........................................................... 2020, 2110

Carver ......................................................................... 2062

CCE ................................................................... 2027, 2061

Citizen 2013, 2014, 2015, 20t6, 2017, 2018,2019,2027

Colortyme ................................................................... 2009

Colt ............................................................................. 2061

Craig ............................................. 2013, 2014, 2023, 2061

Curtis Mathes ............................... 2000, 2002. 2009, 2013,

.................................. 2016, 2018. 2021. 2(122. 2(124, 2115

Cybernex .................................................................... 20t3

Da<_,voo 2015, 2017, 2019,2025, 2020. 2(127. 2028, 21t0

Daylron ....................................................................... 2110

Dbx ................................................................... 2009, 2010

Dimensia .................................................................... 2000

D}natech .......................................................... 2002, 2026

Electrohome ..................................................... 2014, 2029

Electrophonic ............................................................. 2014

Eme1",on .................................................. 2002, 20 t2,2014,

................ 2015. 2021. 2024. 2025,2026,2029, 2030, 2032,

2033, 2034, 2035, 2036, 2037, 2038, 2039, 2040, 204t,

2042. 2044, 2045, 2047, 2065, 2t05, 21t3, 21t6, 2117,
2130

Fisher 201t, 2023, 2048, 2049, 2050, 2051, 2052,2118

Fnji .................................................................... 2021, 2119

Funai ................................................................. 2002, 2026

Garmrd ....................................................................... 2026

GE ......... 2000, 200t, 2013, 202t. 2022. 2053, 2115, 2120

Giildstar .............................. 20(f0. 2014. 2018. 2054, 212t

Gmdiente .................................................................... 2026

Harley Davidson ........................................................ 2026

Harman Kardon ......................................................... 2009

IIarwoiM .................................................................... 2061

Headquarter ............................................................... 201 t

Hitachi 20(12, 2055, 2056, 2057. 2107. 21ti, 2120, 2122

HI Q ............................................................................ 2023

Instant RepIay ............................................................ 202t

.I_:L .............................................................................. 2021

.ll Penney ................ 20(_), 2010. 2011. 2013, 2014, 2021,

............. 2022, 2055, 2056, 2058, 2059, 2060, 2107, 2118

.lensen ..................................................... 2055, 2056, 211t

JVC .................. 2009, 2010, 2011, 2018, 2058, 211t, 2123

Kenwood 2009, 2010. 2011. 2016. 20tg, 2058, 211t,2123

Kt.H ............................................................................. 206 t

Kodak ............................................................... 2014, 202t

I+lo_d ................................................................. 2002, 2026

Islgik ........................................................................... 206t

LXI .............................................................................. 2014

Magnavox 202t, 2022. 2062. 2063, 2104, 2108, 2124

Magnin ........................................................................ 2013

Marantz .................................................. 2009, 20t0, 2011,

................................... 2016. 2018. 2021, 2058, 2(X_2,2064

Maria ........................................................................... 2014

Masushita .................................................................... 2021

MEI ............................................................................. 202t

Memorex ......................................................... 2002, 201 t,

....................... 2013, 2014, 2021, 2023, 2026, 2104, 213t

MGA ........................................................ 2029, 2065, 2113

MGN "IE+chnology ....................................................... 2013

Midland ....................................................................... 2053

Minolta .................................................... 2055, 2056, 2107

Mitsubishi 2029, 2055, 2056, 2065, 2(}66, 2067, 2069,

............. 2070, 207t, 2072, 2073, 2074, 2106, 2113, 2123

Montgome W Ward ........................................... 2075, 213t

Motorola ........................................................... 202t,213t

MTC ........................................................ 2002, 2013, 2026

Multltech ................... 2002, 2013, 2016. 2026. 2053, 2061

NEC .................................... 2009, 2010, 2011, 20t6, 2018,

....................... 2058, 2064, 2076. 2078. 2079, 21ti, 2123

Nikko .......................................................................... 2014

Noblex ........................................................................ 2013

Olympus ..................................................................... 202t

Optimus ............................................................ 20Ui, 2t31

Optonica ..................................................................... 2(_')6

Orion .......................................................................... 2035

Panasonic ................. 202t, 2022 2t09, 2t25, 2126, 2127

Pentax ................................. 2016. 2055, 2056, 2107, 2120

Penmx Research ......................................................... 20t8

Phikxl ............................................ 2021, 2022, 2062, 2063

Philips ........................................... 2021. 2062. 2096, 2124

Pilot ............................................................................. 20t4

Pioneer ............................... 2010. 2055, 2080, 2081, 2123

Portland ........................................ 2016. 2017. 2019, 2110

ProScan ............................................................. 2000, 2001

Protec .......................................................................... 2061

Pulsar .......................................................................... 2104

Quarter ....................................................................... 201t

Quartz ......................................................................... 20t t

Quasar .................................................... 2021. 2022, 2125

RCA .................................... 2000, 2001. 2003, 2013, 202t,

............... 2055, 2056, 2082, 2083, 2084,2085, 2086,2087,

.............. 2088, 2089, 2090, 2091, 2107, 2115, 2120, 2125

Radioshack/ReaIistic .................... 2002. 2011, 2013, 2014

2021. 2022, 2023, 2026, 2029, 2049, 2050, 2096, 213t

Radix ........................................................................... 2014

Randex ........................................................................ 20t+

Ricoh ........................................................................... 2128

Runco ......................................................................... 2104

Samsung ................... 2005, 2013, 2015, 2033, 2053, 2112

Sanky ................................................................ 2131, 2104

Sansui ........................................... 2010. 2092, 2111, 2123

Sanyo ...................................................... 2011. 2013, 2023

Scott 2012, 2015, 2025, 2032, 2035, 2038, 2065, 2(_')3,

2116

Sears .................................. 2011, 2014, 2()21, 2023, 2048,

........................ 2049, 2050, 2051, 2055, 2056, 2107, 2118

Sharp ............... 2002, 2017, 2029, 2094, 2095, 2096, 2131

Shintom ........................................ 20(5'i. 2056, 2061, 2098

Shogun ....................................................................... 20t3

Signatum ......................................................... 2002, 2131

Singer ...................................................... 2021. 2061, 2128

Son_+.......................... 2002, 2004, 2098, 20_Z 2119, 2128

KFS .................................................................... 2021, 2107

SyIvania 2002, 2021, 2022, 2026. 2062. 2063, 2065, 2124

Symphonic ........................................................ 2002, 2026

"lhndy ................................................................ 2002, 201 t

"lhshiko ....................................................................... 20t4

"lhtung ............................................................... 205g, 21 t t

"I_.AC ................................... 2002. 2020. 2058, 2085, 21tl

"1_.+chnics............................................................ 2021, 2109

"l>knika ..................... 2002, 2014. 2021. 2026, 2100, 2129

"I'MK ........................................................ 2013, 2024, 2047

"l_)shiba ........... 2015, 2049, 2051, 2055, 2065, 2093, 2116

"l_)teVision ........................................................ 2013, 2014

1.nitech ....................................................................... 2013

Vector Research ............................ 2009, 2010, 20t5, 2016

Victor .......................................................................... 2010

Video Concepts .................. 2009, 2010, 2015, 2016, 2113

Videosonic .................................................................. 2013

W'ards ........... , 2002, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2021, 2023, 2026,

2029, 2055, 2056, 206t, 2096, 2101.2t02. 2103, 2107,

2116, 2131

XR 1000 .................................................. 2021. 2026, 206t

Yamaha ..................... 2009, 2010. 2011. 2018, 2058, 21tl

Zenith ................................. 2004. 2098, 2t04, 2119, 2128

Cable Boxes

ABe ................. 50(}2, 50(}3, 5004, 5005, 50/.<>,5007, 5053

Ant ronix ............................................................ 5008, 5009

Archer ........................................... 5(108, 5009, 50t0, 5011

Cabletenna ................................................................. 5008

Cablevlew •.................................................................. 5008

Cent_lW ....................................................................... 5011

Citizen ......................................................................... 5011

Colour _>ice ..................................................... 5012, 5013

Comlronlcs ....................................................... 50t4, 5015

Contec ....................................................................... 5016

Eastern ....................................................................... 5017

Garrard ...................................................................... 5011

GC Electronics ........................................................... 5009

Gemini ................................................... 5018, 5(119, 5049

General Ii_str_lt_ent ................................................... 5003

Hamlln ............................... 5020, 5021, 5022, 5(135, 5045

Hitachi ....................................................................... 5003

Hytex ......................................................................... 5002

Jasco .......................................................................... 5011

Jerrold 5(103, 50(15, 50(17,5018, 5023, 5(124, 5(146, 5053

Magnaw_x .................................................................. 5025

Memo_x ................................................................... 5026

Movie Time ........................................... 5002, 5027, 5028

NSC ........................................................ 5002, 5027, 5028

Oak ......................................................... 5(102,5016, 5029

Panasonic ........................................................ 5(148, 5052

Paragon ..................................................................... 5026

PhiIips ......................................... 5011, 5012, 5013, 5019,

5025, 503(I, 5031, 5032

Pioneer ............................................................ 5(133, 5034

Pulsar ......................................................................... 5026

RCA ........................................................ 5047, 5049, 5052

Realistic ............................................................ 5009, 5049

Regal ................................................................ 5(122, 5035

Regenc+y+..................................................................... 5017

Rembrandt ................................................................. 5003

Runco ........................................................................ 5026

Samsung .......................................................... 5014, 5034

Scientific Atlanta .......................... 5006, 5036, 5037, 5038

Signal ............................................................... 5(114, 5018

Signature .................................................................... 5003

SL Marx ...................................................................... 5014

Sprucer ...................................................................... 5052

Stardom .................................................. 5007, 5018, 5053

Stargate ............................................................ 5(114, 5018

Starquest .................................................................... 5018

_hndy ......................................................................... 5040

_kqevlew •................................................................... 5014

_)com .................................................... 5004, 5(123, 5041

_)shiba ...................................................................... 5026

_sa ........................................................................... 5018

TV86 .......................................................................... 5027

Unika ..................................................... 5008, 5(10+),5011

United Artists ............................................................. 5002

United Cable ............................................................. 5053

Universal ...................................... 50(18, 5009, 5(11(I, 5011

\qdeoway ................................................................... 5044

\qewstar ....................................... 5015, 5025, 5027, 5040

Zenith .................................................... 5026, 5(150, 5051

Satellite Receivers

Chapparal ........................................................ 5056, 5057

Drake ............................................................... 5058, 5059

G E .............................................................................. 5000

General Instruments ............................. 506(I, 5(161, 5062

Panasonic .................................................................. 5075

Primestar .................................................................... 5076

P_)Scan ...................................................................... 5000

RCA ............................................................................ 5000

Realistic ...................................................................... 5063

Sony ........................................................................... 5072

STSI ........................................................................... 5064

STS2 ........................................................................... 5065

STS3 ........................................................................... 50_

STS4 ........................................................................... 5067

_)shiba ...................................................................... 5068

_)shiba ...................................................................... 5073

Uniden ....................................................................... 5069

26

ChaDt÷r 3

Using the TV's Features

Chapter Overview:

• All About the GUIDE Plus+ System

• The Channel Banner

• PIP (Picture-In-Picture)

• Auto Tuning

• Parental Controls and V-Chip

Changing Entertainment. Again.

27

Video Action Program Menu
window buttons information options

Promotional Channel
information listings

About the GUIDE Plus+ System

"II_eGUIDE Plus+ system is an interactive on-screen program guide lhat lists "IV
schedules for your area and allows your "1_ direct control of a cable box and/or

VCR. You must fii:st set up lhe GUIDE Plus+ Menu system in order to view this
on-screen program guide (see Chapter 1 for details). Press GUIDE to bring up

the GUIDE Plus+ system.
"II_ere are six sections of the GUIDE Plus+ system:

• A row of Action buttons at lhe top of lhe screen (1, 2 and 3)

• Program information

• A row of menu options (Grid, &_rt, News, Schedule, Messages,

Channels, Setup)

• Channel listings

• Promotional information

• Video window

Note: 7be GUI1)E Plus+ .system screens illustrated in this book are

representations of what you are lit*elF to see. Not all channels, prograrr_,

and GUll)E Plus+ i*Tformation depicted will be available in your area.
New features and options can be downloaded to the GUII)E Plus+

system, so these too are sub/ect to change.

Tip

Since the program information provided by
the GUIDE Plus+ system is based on your
locale, you will need to run Setup again if

you move to a different zip or postal code.

Downloading Data

The GUIDE Plus+ system is not available until it completes i_ fi_t download of
program listings. When the power is turned oil', the "IV locates a "host channel"

that carries GUIDE Plus+ system data containing program schedule and channel
lineup information. A channel lineup is lhe list of stations and their respective

channels.

To ensure that your first download of data is complete, you should leave your
"IV oil" overnight. Downloads occur several times a day. The "IV must be turned

off for GUIDE Plus+ system dam to download.

If the TV loses power or is unplugged, GUIDE Plus+ system program listings
may be lost. When power is restored, make sure the setup information is still

correct. The GUIDE Plus+ system will receive updated program information
during the next scheduled download.

Channel Lineup

If more than one cable company services your area, you may be prompled with
STEP 5: Choosi_ Your Channel Lineup alter the first GUIDE Plus+ system

download. You will need to identify your cable company by selecting the
correct channel numbers for the stations in question.

• Use lhe up and down arrow butlons to change the channel group and
press OK when the correct channel group is highlighted.

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Using %%

9

Press GUIDE on the remote control to see
the GUIDE Plus+ system. To remove the

program guide from the screen, press
OK, GUIDE, or CLEAR.

Getting In & Out of the GUIDE Plus+ System

To enter the GUIDE Plus+ system:

• Press GUIDE on the remote.

• Press and hold MENU for 2 seconds on the front panel.

To exit the GUIDE Plus+ system:

• Highlight a program and press OK to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and tune
to the channel.

• Press GUIDE to exit the GUIDE PILls+ system and tune to the channel
displayed in lhe video window.

• Press CLEARto exit the GUIDE PILls+ system and return to the original
channel.

The GUIDE Plus+ System Menus

"I]_e GUIDE Plus+ system offers seven different options on tl_e Menu bar: Grid,

Sort, Neuz_, Schedule, Messages, Channels and Setup. To access the Menu bar:

1. Press GUIDE to access the GUIDE Plus+ system.

2. Press MENU or use the up and down arrow buttons to select the Menu bar
(lhe Grid Guide appears by del3ult).

3. Use the left and right arrow buttons to access other menus.

4. Press OK, or MENU, or use the down arrow button to see tl_e menu options.

Grid Guide

The Grid Guide appears each time you enter the GUIDE Plus+ system. It
displays the current programming for each channel. The current program is

displayed in lhe video window.

• Press the up and down arrow buttons on the remote to browse channel
listings and the channel up and down buttons to page through the listings.
Use the right and left arrow buttons to browse future progrmn listings.

To tune to a channel, highlight file program you want to view in lhe
channel listing and press OK. Press CLEAR to exil ll_e GUIDE Plus+ system
and return to file original channel. Press GUIDE to exit the GUIDE Plus+
system and tune to the channel in the video window.

Then use the Grid Guide Action Buttons as described next.

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Grid guide Grid guide
menu action buttons

selection

Press the PIP button to lock or unlock the video
window when the GUIDE Plus+ system is on

the screen.

Grid Guide Action Buttons

A_ion buttons will change accoMing to where you are in the GUIDE Plus+
system. Be sure to look at the action bar before pressing the

command numbers.

When highlighting the program, the following Action buttons appear:

Watch Press 1 on the remote to place a timer in the Schedule for the "IV to
turn on and tune to the progrmn highlighted in the channel listing. When
the TV turns on, the GUIDE Plus+ system will automatically appear wilh the
scheduled program highlighted and tuned in the video window.

Go To Press 2 on the remote to bring up the direct dial box and enter the
number of the channel you want. Press OK to highlight the channel and
current program in the channel listing of the Grid guide. Press OK again to
tune to the highlighted channel. If the video window is unlocked, it will
automatically tune to the channel.

• Record Press 3 on the remote to place a timer in the Schedule for the VCR

to record the program highlighted in the channel listing.

If you have a cable box, changing channels on the TV will not cause the
cable box channel to change while recording.

Record will only appear if you have set up the GUIDE Plus+ system and
specified your VCR type.

The program intk)rmation window will display a confirmation when you have
successfully scheduled a program to watch or record.

Note: If you have selected two programs to watch or record which begin

at the same time or overlap, you will receive a timer co_Tflict message.

You must choose between the two programs.

When highlighting lhe Channel names (the left column on the channel listing),
the following Action buttons appear:

• Lock/Unlock Press 1 to lock or unlock the video window to either stay at

one channel as you browse the GUIDE Plus+ system (lock) or change as
you browse through different channels (unlock).

Go To Press 2 on the remote to bring up the direct dial box and enter the
number of the channel you want. Press OK to highlight the channel and

current program in the channel listing of the Grid Guide. If the video
window is locked, press OK to tune to the highlighmd channel. If the video

window is unlocked, it will automatically tune to that channel.

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Sort menu
selection

Categories

Sort

"II_e Sort menu lets you browse programs by category. "II_e channel to which
you are currently tuned is displayed in the video window.

To So11:

1. If the GUIDE Plus+ system isn't on your screen, press GUIDE on your
remote control.

2. Press MENU on lhe remote to select the Menu bar.

3. Use the arrows to highlight Sort. When Sort is highlighted tBr the first time,
the Movies category is displayed. Thereafter, the last category used becomes
the del3ult. A listing of subcamgories is displayed below the category name.
Use the left and right arrows to highlight other categories.

4. Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight a subcategory. For
example, highlight All and press OK (the GUIDE Plus+ system sorts
the programs).

5. Press the up and down arrow bultons to review the list one program at a
time. Press the channel up and down to review the list one page at a time.

6. Select MENU to return to the menu bag or press GUIDE or CLEAR to exit
the GUIDE Plus+ system.

Then use the Sort Menu Action Buttons as described next..

Sort Menu Action Buttons

When viewing the results of a Sort, _e _llowing Action buttons appear:

• IFatda Press 1 on the remole to place a timer in the Schedule, and then
follow lhe on-line help tBr furlher options. Placing a timer in the Schedule
will cause the TV to turn on and tune to lhe program highlighted in lhe
Channel listing at the predetermined time.

• Record Press 3 on the remote to set the VCR to record the program
highlighted in the channel listing. If you have a cable box, changing "1_
channels will not cause lhe cable box channel to change while recording.

The program information window will display a confirmation when you have
successfully scheduled a program to watch or record.

Note: If you have selected two programs to watch or recotzl which begin

at the same time or overlap, you will receive a timer cot;flirt message.

You must choose between the two programs.

Note: Be sure that during the GUIDE Plus+ system setup you specified

that you have a VCR. If you didn't, the RECORD option will not
be available.

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News menu News menu
action buttons selection

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News

The News menu lets you browse current news stories by headline.

1. If the GUIDE Plus+ system isn't on your screen, press GUIDE on your
remote control.

2. Press MENU on the remote control to select tlle menu bai:

3. Use the arrows to highlight Neuz_ (if MSNBC is available on your TV, il will
appear in the video window).

4. Use the up and down arrows to highlight a story.

• Use the up and down arrows to browse the list one story at a time.

• Use the channel up and down to browse tllrough the list one page at
a time.

5. Press the right arrow button to see full text.

6. If there are multiple pages of text, press dm right or left arrow bulton to
page forward or back through the pages of text. Press the down arrow to
view tl_e next story.

7. Select MENU to return to the Menu bar, or press GUIDE or CLEAR on the
remote to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system.

Schedule menu
selection

Schedule

"II_e Schedule menu allows you to alter timers _r either viewing or reco_ing
programs. The GUIDE Plus+ system allows one-touch VCR recording if you
have connected the G-LINK cable to your VCR. See Chapter 1 for more details

on connecting the G-LINK cable.
To schedule a program to watch or record:

1. If lhe GUIDE Plus+ system isn't on your screen, press GUIDE on your
remote control.

2. Press MENU on the remote to select the Menu bar.

3. Highlight a program within the Channel listing.

4. Select Watch or Record from the Action buttons bar. The timer is then
automatically logged into the Schedule menu.

5. If you select Record, make sure to place a blank tape in the VCR and turn
it olt_

Note: If you have a cable box connected to your TV and VCR, tune your

VCR to the cable box output cbannel prior to turni_ offtbe VCR.

"Ilae program information window will display a confirmation when you have
successfully scheduled a program to watch or record.

Note: If you have selected two programs to watch or record which begin

at the same time or overlap, you will receive a timer corzjTict message.

You must choose between the two programs.

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To remove o1"change the frequency (daily, once, or weekly) of a scheduled
event, access the Schedule menu from the Menu bar.

1. Press GUIDE to bring up the GUIDE Plus+ system.

2. Press MENU on the remote to select the Menu bar.

3. Use the arrows to highlight the Schedule menu selection.

4. Use the up and down arrows to highlight the program you want to edil.

Then use the Schedule Menu Action Buttons as described next.

Schedule Menu Action Buttons

When viewing the Schdule menu the _llowing Action buttons appear:

• Remove Highlight the Watch or Record timer you wish to remove from
the schedule and press 1 on the remote.

• Change Highlight dm Watch or Record timer you wish to change and
press 3 on the remote to toggle the frequency between the following

choices:

DAILY records the same program each day Monday through Friday.

ONCE records only on _hat day.

WEEKLY records the program each week at the same time.

Messages menu
selection

Messages

Occasionally you will receive messages regarding your GUIDE Flus+ system, as
well as special programming information. You can access these messages from

the Messages menu on the Menu bar.
To read messages:

1. If the GUIDE Plus+ system isn't on your screen, press GUIDE on your
remote control.

2. Press MENU on the remote to select lhe Menu bar.

3. Use the arrows to highlight the Mossages menu selection.

4. Highlight lhe message you want to read by using the up and
down arrow buttons.

5. Press 1NFO to display the full text of the message. If the text continues
beyond the screen, press INFO to view the next page of text. Once you
have reached the end of the message, press 1NFO to close the expanded
information and return to the Messages screen.

Then use the Messages Menu Action Button as described next.

Messages Menu Action Button

When viewing the Messages menu the _llowing Action button appears:

• Remove Highlight the message you want to delete and press 1 on

the remote.

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Channels menu Channels menu

action buttons selection

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Channels

You can customize the channel listing by enabling or disabling the display of

certain channels. For instance, you may disable channels that you never watch.
You can restore disabled channels at a later point in time.

1. If the Guide Plus+ system isn't on your screen, press GUIDE on your
remote control.

2. Press MENU to select the Menu bin:

3. Use the right and left arrows to highlight the Channels menu selection.

4. Use the up and down arrows to select a channel.
Then use the Channels Menu Action Bultons as described next.

Channels Menu Action Buttons

While browsing tim Channels m(mu, tim following Action buttons appear:

• Cancel Press 1 on lhe remote to cancel any changes you made since
entering the Channels Menu.

• Change Press 2 on tlle remote to change the channel number for the
highlighted channel line.

• On/Off Press 3 on the remote to toggle the state of the channel between

On and Off

Setup

The Setup menu allows you to access the GUIDE Plus+ system setup information. To access the
Setup option:

1. If the Guide Plus+ system isn't on your screen, press GUIDE on your remote control.

2. Press MENU to select the Menu Bar.

3. Use tlle right arrow to highlight the Setup menu selection.

4. Use the up and down arrows to select Change system settings, Review options, or

View demo.

• Change system settings Confirms the settings you completed in the GUIDE Plus+

system setup are correct.

• Review options Displays lhe GUIDE Plus+ auto display options.
On Automatically displays the GUIDE Plus+ system when you press the ON •OFF

button on tim remote control.

Off Disables lhe GUIDE Plus+ system from being displayed when you press the
ON • OFF button on |he remote control.

• View demo Runs the GUIDE Plus+ system demonstraliort

Note: lf you have not completed your GUll)E Plus+ system setup, these options will not be

available. A screen will prompt you to complete your setup.

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Promotional information

How to Get More Information About an

Advertisement or a Program

To find out morn int_rmation about a program, adw:rtisement or special, use
the left arrow button to highlight the channel listing or promotional

information box.

Requesting more information about a particular show displays the PlusCode
programming number and the Shows on Next for that channel.

Press the INFO button to exit the expanded intk_rmation screen.

GUIDE Plus+ Menu Items

The GUIDE Plus+ Merm gives you access to features in the GUIDE Plus+ system.
To access the GUIDE Plus+ Memo:

1. Press MENU on the remote.

2. Highlight GUIDE Plus+ Menu and press OK.

Each menu and the sub-menus are listed below:

GUIDE Plus+ Setup Displays lhe GUIDE Plus+ system setup screen.

Change system settings Confirms the settings you completed in the
GUIDE Plus+ system setup are correct.

Review options Displays GUIDE Plus+ system auto display options.

View demo Runs the GUIDE Plus+ system demons_ation.

GU1DEPlus+ Label Displays the GUIDE Plus+ label menu.

On Displays the station name when you change channels.
Off "I]_estation name isn't displayed when you change channels.

Continuous Demo Runs the GUIDE Plus+ system demonstration until il is

turned off. To turn off the demons_ation you must mm off the "1_.

Note: If you have not completed your GUII)E Plus+ system setup, these

options will not be available. A screen will prompt you to complete

your setup.

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Sample displays on a Channel Banner.

Channel Banner

There are several indicators lhat might appear when you press lhe TV or INFO
buttons on llle remote. "II_isdisplay is called lhe Channel Banner. "II_e following

list describes the items on the Channel Banner screen (left to right and top to
bottom).

12:01 Displays the current time.

"II_e lock is displayed to indicate when the Parental Controls
are locked or unlocked.

Displayed when Closed Captioning is available on the
cmTent channel.

ESPN Displays the label assigned to the current channel.

60 Displays the current channel or input channel.

Mute is displayed when mute the audio.

you

_'_ Stereo is displayed when the cmTent channel is broadcasting

in Stere().

SAP Displayed when the current channel is broadcasting SAP

(Second Audio Program) information.

PIP V1D Displays the current PIP channel.

00:00

Displayed when the Sleep Timer has been set.

Displayed to count down time left on the commercial skip
(SKIP) timer.

The PIP (Picture-In-Picture) Feature

"II_e PIP (Picture-In-Picture) feature lets you display a second, smaller picture on top of the
main picture.

Important: Your "IV has a single tuner dmt tunes to cable or off-air television channels. In
order 15r the second picture (lhe PIP picture) to appear on the screen, you must connect

another component (like a salellile receiver or VCR) to the "1_. You need to use audio/video
cables to connect the component to llle "1_. Go to the connections on pages 8 or 9 for

more information.

Main picture _

How To Use PIP

While you can use PIP in different ways, this basic PIP scenario should get you
started. While wawhing the TV, follow these steps to use your VCR to supply

the picture for PIP.

1. The TV must be on. Tune to the channel you want to watch.

)

2. Press the t IP button on the remote (the PIP picture appears with the same
picture in it as the main picture).

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Picture

Picture
from

3. Turn on the VCR.

4. If lhe picture gets fuzzy, press lhe "IW/VCR button on the VCR.

5. To see a different picture in lhe PIP window:
* Press the "IWbutlon on the remote control.

* Press the WHO*INPUT button on the remote unlil you see the picture

lhat's coming from the VCR (PIP VII) appeai:s on the screen).

6. To change lhe picture in the PIP window, you need to change the channel
on lhe VCR because lhe VCR is the second signal source.

Press the channel buttons on the VCR or on ll_e VCR's remote con_ol.

7. To change lhe channel in Ille main piclure, press CH CTRL until the main
channel number appears highlighted (yellow). Press the channel up or

down button on the remote con_ol.

Note: Channel up and down won't worla correctly when the VII)

channel is highlighted (yellouO.

WHO*INPUT-

button

PIP --
buttons

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__ Arrow

buttons

The buttons on the remote control that
operate the PiP feature include: the four

arrow buttons, CH CTRL, PiP,and SWAP.

PIP Buttons: General Explanation

The buttons on the remote control that you'll use for the PIP feature are
explained below:

PIP 1 ress the 1IP button to make the t IP window appear on the screen. Press
PIP again to remove the window.

Note: If you selected Alter_Tate with PIP button in the PIP Closed-

Caption Display menu, press the PIP button when the PIP window is on
the screen to see closed-captioning in the PIP window.

Arrow buttons (left, right, up, and down) Move the PIP window to
different areas of the screen.

CH CTRL (channel control) Lets you switch channel con_ol between lhe PIP
window and the main picture. To determine whelher lhe remote control is the

PIP picture or the main picture, look at the "IV screen: the yellow channel
number is the one you are controlling. Press CH CTRL to change which picture

you're controlling.
SWAP Switches, or "swaps," where the two pictures appear on the TV screen.

The smaller PIP picture swaps to the main screen and lhe main picture goes to
lhe little PIP window.

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TV(backpa_l)

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YOUmustuseaudio/video cablesto connect
your VCRto your TV in order for PIPto work.

(VID) is

from VCR

PIP Troubleshooting

The PIP fbature on this TV only works if you connect a second video source (like a
VCR or satellite receiver), to your TV with audio/video cables. If you use a cable
box, you may need extra equipment. Contact your cable company and/or go to

page 12 f_)rmore details about a cable box connection.
Swap won't work? Make sure the remote is in the right mode. For example, once

you mrn on the VCR with the VCRI button, you can't SWAP the pictures until you
put the remote in TV mode. Just press the TV button.

No signal or bad reception? Most VCRs and satellite receivers have an antenna or

TV/VCR button. Press the antenna or TV/VCR button on the front of the component.

Note: l/'you programmed the UrHl,e_al remote control to operate your Vglg, tt_e

AIVI_NNA button on the remote acts as a Ti?gv(_Tqbutton.

Eve W time you change channels, the same channel appears in both windows (the
main picture and the PIP picture).

A. Press the CH (TFRLbutton on the remote until the TV picture channel number

is highlighted (yellow). The channel buttons on your remote control won't

work correctly {br PIP when the VID channel is highlighted (yellow).

B. The only way to successfully change channels fbr the picture that is coming

fl-om the channel on your VCR (the VII_ channel), is to press the channel
buttons on the VCR or on the VCR's remote control.

To change the PIP channel, press the
channel buttons on the VCR. To change
the TV channel, press CH CTRLuntil the

TV channel is highlighted (yellow) and
press the CH up and down buttons.

With the auto tuning feature, you can set

up the TV to tune to the channel you
need to watch by pressing that

component's button.

Why You Should Use the Auto
Tuning Feature

The auto-tuning feature automatically tunes the "IVto the correct channel for
different components you have connected to your "1_ (like a VCR, DVD Player,

etc.) When you set up auto tuning in the menu system you don't have to
remember to change your "1_ to channel 3, for example, when you want to

watch the tape in your VCR.

How to Set Up the Auto Tuning Feature

The way you set up the au_ tuning _ature in _e _[_'s menu corresponds to

the component bultons on the remote and the way you have each component
connected to your "1_. When you set auto tuning, you're telling the "IV what

channel to tune to when you press lhe VCR1, VCR2, DVD, or SAT*CABLE
button on the remote control.

1. Press MENU (lhe 2YMAINMF2VUappears).

2. Highlight Channel and press OK on your remote control.

3. Highlight Auto Tuning and press OK.

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4. Choose which channel you would like to set:

Set VCR 1 Channel Displays a list that lets you set up the channel that the

"IV tunes to when you press the VCR1 button on the remote.

Set VCR 2 Channel Displays a list that lets you set up the channel that the

"IV tunes to when you press the VCR2 button.

Set DVD Channel Displays a list that lets you select the channel that the

"IV tunes to when you press the DVD button.

Set SAT/CABLE Channel Displays a list that lets you set up the channel
that the "IV tunes to when you press SKF,,CABLE.

5. Highlight the choice that matches the way you have the component

connected to this "IV, and press OK.

The choices and a brief explanation follow:

Not connected Choose this if you don't have this particular component

connected to the "IV, or if you don't want the "IV to automatically tune to the
correct channel when you're using this component.

Channel 2 (SAT/CABLE only) Component (satellite or cable box) is
connected to the CABLE/ANTENNA iack on the back of the "IV, and you want

the "IV to tune to channel 2 when you press the SAT* CABLE button on the
remote. Reminder: make sure the component's Channel 2/3/4 switch is set to

channel 2. Usually this swilch is on the back of the component.

Channel 3 Component is connected to the CABLE/AN*INNNA jack on the back
of the "IV, and you want the "IV to tune to channel 3 when you press the

corresponding button on the remote. Reminder: make sure the component's
Channel 3/4 swilch is set to channel 3.

Channel 4 Component is connected to the CABLE/ANTENNA jack on the
back of the "IV, and you want the "IV to tune to channel 4 when you press the

corresponding button on the remote. Reminder: make sure the component's
Channel 3/4 swilch is set to channel 4.

Video Input Component is connected to the VIDEO iack on the back of the
"IV and you want the "IV to tune to VID (SVID if you used an

S-Video cable) Input Channel when you press the component button.

Note: _)u shouM choose tbis fi)r your VCR if you connected it to the TV

with audio/video cables.

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Parental Controls and V-Chip

The Parental Controls menu allows you to program your "IV so lhat children
cannot see certain programs, channels, or use the front panel controls.

The first three choices in the Parental Controls menu involve software inside
your "IV (refeiTed to as V-Chip) which allows you to block "IVprograms and

movies based on violence, sex, or olher content you may believe children
should not view. In olher words, il lets you program your "1_ so it won't display

ce_lain programs.
Once you block programs, you or other adults can unblock programs by

entering a password.

By del_ult, the software inside your TV is turned "off," so if you don't want to

use this feature, you can just ignore it.

How V-Chip Works

When turned "on," the V-Chip software reads a code that most broadcasters
send wilh programs. That code tells lhe software the program's age-based rating
('IW-MA, TV-14, etc.) and content themes [(Violence (V), Adult Language (L),

etc.)]. If you have blocked the rating and/or content themes that the program
contains, you will receive the message, "This channel is not approved for

viewing," when you tune to that particular channel.

Broadcaste_:s are not required to provide content themes, so prog_'ams received
with no content themes will only be blocked if you block their age-based rating.
You can also block out programs that have been given a rating of "Not Rated,"

and programs that are considered "un_'ated" because no code has been sent by
the broadcastei: The TV age-based ratings and content themes you can block

are listed in the following table.

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Age-Based
Rating Description and Content Themes for Age-Based Ratings

TV MA Mature Audience only. Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and may be unst,ital,le for children

" ' under 17. It contains one or more of the following content themes: crude indecen_ language (L), explicit

sexual activi/y (S), or graphic violence (V).

Parents Strongly Cautioned. Contains some material that many parents would find unsuitable f_r children

TV-_4 . under 14. Parents are strongly urged to exercise greater care in monitoring this program and are cautioned

against letting children under the age of 14 watch unattended. This program contains one or more of the

following content themes: intensely suggestive dialogue (D). strong coarse language (L), intense sexual
situations (S), or intense violence (V).

• Parental Guidance Suggested. Contains mmerial that parents may find unsuitable for younger chilcken. Many

TV-PG parents may want to watch it with their younger childJ-en. The program contains one or more of the following

• content themes: some suggestive dialogue (D), infrequent coarse language (L), some sexual situations (S), or

moderate violence (V).

TV-G GeneralAudience. Most parents would f_nd this program suitable f_)rall ages. it contains

little or no sexual dialogue (D) or situations (S), no strong langttage (L), and little

or no violence (V).

Directed to children 7 years and older. Designed for children ages 7 and above. It may be more

TV-Y7 I appropriate ff_r chil_ken who have acquired the developmental skills needed to distinguish between make-

believe and reality. Themes and elements in this program may include mild fantasy violence (FV) or comedic
violence, or may flighten children under the age of 7.

TV-Y All children. Themes and elements in this program are designed f_Jr a young audience, including chikken

flom ages 2-6. it is not expected to fiighten younger children.

V-Chip TV Rating Limit

"il_e _Ch_ _[VRatz_ L_mzt lets you decide which "i_ programs can and cannot
be viewed.

To set TV programming limits:

1. Choose Parental Controls from the Main menu. If Parental Controls have

previously been locked, you must enter your password. If they are not
locked, you will get a message reminding you that your limits will not be

effective until you lock Parental Controls.

2. Press MENU to continue.

3. Highlight and select V-Chip TVRating Limit.

4. Once you get to fl_e V-Chip TVRating Limit screen, use the arrow buttons
and OK on your remote to change lhe status of a TV program rating or

content theme from View to Block.

The following sections give you more details about how to change the status of
TV program limits.

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The V-Chip Rating Limit Screen

The following is an example of where i_ems are located within the Rating Limi_ screen.

Rating Field

Lets you select from a
li_ of age_based ratings

you can bkx'k or view.

Rating Status Field

Lets you select whether the ,status of the age_based rating limit to

the Icf_ is View or Block.

Content Themes

iJsts the content themes you

can block or view.

Lets you select which
content themes to view }k_r

the selected rating, and
whether the stares of the

content theme is currently
View (V) or Block (B).

Rating Settings Area

Lets you see the current block/view state of aged)ased ratings and
associated content. The View (V) settings are coded in green, and the

Block (B) settings are coded in red.

Rating Rating Content
field status field status fields

Tip

When you change the status of a rating to

Block, the system will automatically block
higher ratings and all corresponding
content themes.

Blocking Age-Based Ratings

You can automatically block all program rulings above a specified age-based

rating level. For exmnple, if you only want your child to watch programs lhat
have a TV-G rating and lower (in other words, you want the child to watch

TV-G, TV-Y7, and "IV-Y), then you need to [)lock out other programming with

higher ratings.

To [)lock programs with higher ratings:

1. First, determine the lowest level rating you don't want the child to watch
(see chart of age-based ralings on next page).

2. Press lhe left and right arrow buttons to highlight lhe Rati*Tg field.

3. Press lhe up and down aITOW buttons on the remote to scroll through the
age-based rating limits. Keep scrolling until the rating corresponding wilh
the lowest raling you do not want the child to watch appears on the screen.

In the example discussed above, you would scroll through the Rating field
until TV-PG appears, since lhe highest rating you want the child to watch is

TV-G.

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Hierarchy of Age.Based Ratings

TV=MA Mature Audience Only

TV-14 Parents Strongly Cautioned

TV-PG Parental Guidance Suggested
TV-G General Audience

TV-Y7 Directed to Children 7years

and older

TV- Y AII children

4.

5.

.

7.

Press the fight arrow button to move the yellow highlight to the

Status field.

Press the up or down arrow button to toggle between View and Block. "II_e
status for lhe rating listed to the let't and all higher ratings automatically

changes to Block (and B).
Press OK on the remote to return to the menu or exit the screen when you

are finished.
Select Lock Parerztal Controls from the Parental Controls menu. Enter a

password, and if you have not already set your password, you will be
prompted to enter it again to confin:a.

Tip

To reset the ratings to View and V,press the RESET

button on the remote,

Rating Rating Content

field status field status fields

Viewing Age-Based Ratings

After you block age-based ratings, you have the option of changing some of the
ratings back to g_ew.

1. Determine which blocked rating you want to view.

2. Use the up and down arrow buttons to select the rating with a status
of Block.

3. Press the right arrow button to move the yellow highlight to the rating

status field.

4. Press the up button to select View.

Note: 2De content status fields correspondi*_g to the unblocked rating

become View as well. They and the age-based rating status are the on{):

fields that automatically change back to View when you complete

this process.

Note: You must remember to lock Parental Controls for rating limits to

take effect.

Content Themes

D Sexually explicit dialogue
L Adult language

S Sexual situations
V Violence
FV Fantasy Violence
TV-Y All Children

Blocking Specific Content Themes

You can block programs based on their content. (Content is represented by the
D, L, S, V, FV and "IW-Y on your screen. See the beginning of lhis section fi)r

details.) When you block a content theme tBr a particular rating, you
automatically block that content lheme for higher rated programs as well.

For example, if you do not want your child to watch programs that have adult
language (L) rated "lW-PG or higher, then you could block out all programming

"1_-1G and above containing adult language.

(Steps explained on next page)

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Rating Rating Content

field status field themes

Content

status fields

To block program content:

1. Determine the lowest level of content you don't want the child to watch.

2. Use the up and down arrow buttons on lhe remote to scroll through the
age-based ratings until the rating thal corresponds wilh the lowest content
you do not want the child to watch appears. (In the example above, you
would scroll through lhe ralings until lhe "lW-PG rating appeared.)

3. Press the right arrow button to move the highlight to the field
corresponding with the content theme you want to block out.

4. Press the up or down arrow butlon to change content status from Vto B.
All higher ratings' content theme will automatically change to B.

5. Press OK to return to the menu or exit the screen.

Note: Broadcastetx are not required to provide content themes or age-

based ratings. Programs received with no content themes will only be
bloclaed if you block their age-based rati*_.

Note: You must remember to lock Parental Controls fi)r rating limits to

take effect.

Rating Rating Content
field status field themes

Content

status fields

Viewing Specific Content Themes

If you block specific content themes, you have the option of going back and
changing some of the content themes back to (_ Vie_

1. Determine the content themes you want to change to (V) View.

2. Use the up and down arrow buttons to scroll through the age-based ratings
until the rating whose content theme you want to change to View appears.

3. Press the right arrow button to move lhe yellow highlight to a particular
content theme status, such as lhe B under language (L) corresponding wilh

TV-14.

4. Press the up or down arrow bulton to change its status back to V Your
child would then be able to watch programs wilh TV-14 adult language
content, but not programs wilh TV-PG or "lW-MA language content.

Note: Only the content theme status corresponding to TV-14

(Z) la*_uage changes to ( V) View. Higher rated content themes, such _z_
that fi)r TV-MA languag< do not change.

V-Chip Movie Rating Limit

You set movie rating limits by blocking movies rated above a specified level.
How to block movie ratings and view movie ratings is explained in the next two

sections.
To access lhe V-CHIP MOVIE RATING LIMITmenu:

1. Press MENU on the remote control (the TVMAINMENUappears).

2. Select Parental Controls (press 6).

3. Select V-Chip Movie Rati*_g Limit (press 2).

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Rating field

Rating
status field

Blocking Movie Ratings

If you only want your child to watch movies that have a PG rating and lower
(in other words, movies rated PG and G), then you could automatically block

out all other movies wilh higher ratings.
To block movies:

1.

Highlight tile Rati*_q field and press the up and down arrow buttons to find
the rating tllat is the lowest rating you don't want tile child to watch. (In
the example above, you would highlight the rating status button
corresponding to PG-13, since the highest rating you want the child to

watch is PG.)

2. Press the right arrow bulton to highlight the rating Status field. Press the up
and down arrow buttons to change the button from View to Block. All
higher ratings automatically change to Block.

3. Press OK to return to the menu or exit the screen.

4. If Parental Controls are not locked, you must lock them so lhe movie rating
limits will take effect.

Note: Some movies may be given a Not Rated (NR) rati*_. After blocki*_g

movie ratings, you must set NR to View separate(y to view NR movies.

Rating field Rating

status field

Viewing Movie Ratings

After you block movie ratings, you haw: the option of changing some of the
rating status buttons back to View:

1. Highlight llae Rati*_q field and press the up and down arrow buttons to find
the rating you want to view.

2. Press the right arrow bulton to highlight the rating Status field. Press the up
and down arrows to change the bulton from Block to View.

For example, if movies witll a rating of PG-13 and higher are blocked, you can
change the rating status corresponding witll NC-17. Your child would then be

able to watch all movies wilh a G, PG, and NC-17 Rating.

3. Press OK to exit the screen, and be sure parental controls are locked.

V-Chip Unrated Program Block

Selecting this option lets you decide if programs that the V-Chip recognizes as

"unrated" can be viewed. Note flint "unmted" TV programs may include news,

sports, political, religious, local and weather programs, emergency bulletins,
public announcements, and programs without ratings.

View All unrated programs are available.

Block All unrated programs are not available.

Note: You must remember to lock Parental Controls fiJr rati*_q limits to

lake effect.

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Channel Block

Selecting lhis option lets you decide what channels can be viewed.

View Makes lhe selected channel viewable.

B/ock "II_e l¥ont panel and remote control CH (channel) buttons

will tune only to channels lhal you have marked as View. The
remote will still tune to lhe blocked channel if you use lhe digits to
access the channel, but the channel will be blocked.

Don't tbrget to lock parental controls after you change the slams of

Channel Block. If you do not, the channel block will not take effect.

Note: If you have a digital cable box channels 126-999 can be

blocked but will not be removable from your scan list.

Front Panel Block

Selecting _is option lets you block (disable) or unblock (enable) _e

"l_'s front panel. "Ilae remote still tunes to any channel. Front Panel
Block can:

• Keep children from watching "IV when the parent is not present.

• Keep young children from playing with the buttons.

(When using this as a Parental Control method, you should remove
access to any remote lhat is capable of operaling the television while

you have the front panel blocked.)
Don't tbrget to lock parental controls at)er you change the status. If you

do not, lhe front panel block will not take effect.

Lock/Unlock Parental Controls

Selecting lhis option lets you lock and unlock parental controls settings
using a password.

If you do not lock parental controls, none of the settings for V-
Chip, Channel Block. or Front Panel Block will take effect.

If you lbrget your password, simultaneously press and hold MENU on
lhe television and volume down on the remote tk)r 3 seconds. Nolhing

appears on the screen, Parental Controls simply unlock and you can re-
enter a password via Lock Parental Controls.

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Using the TV's
Menu System

Chapter Overview:

• How to Use the Different Types of Menus

• Audio Menu

• Picture Quality Menu

• Screen Menu

• Channel Menu

• Time Menu

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How to Use Your TV's Menu System

You use lhe buttons on the remote or dm front of your TV to access the menu system and
make changes to the settings.

"II_e following pages explain how to use the different types of menus to adiust the features of
your TV.

Feel free to explore the menu system. If you're
ever unsure where you are in the menu system,
or you're just plain tired of exploring, press

CLEAR to remove the menus from the screen

and start over again.

Menus

The tlrst menu is called the Main _:qenu. Press MENU on llle remote or on the
front panel to bring up the Main menu. Note that holding MENU for 2 seconds

displays the GUIDE Plus+ system.
Menus take you to another menu or a con_ol panel. There are two ways to

select a choice in a _:qenu:

• Use your arrow buttons on your re_qote control to highlight your choice,
and press OK.

• Press a number button on the remote. For example, in llle Main menu press

3 to go straight to the Screen menu.

Exiting a menu

There are. three ways to exit a menu:

• Highlight fxit and press OK.

• Press 0 on lhe remote.

• Press CLEAR. "II_eon-screen displays are cleared from the screen and you
return to TV viewing.

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Using TV% Syste

Audio Menu

Mute Press OK to reduce the TV's volume to its minimum level. Press OK

again to restore the volume.
Tone Controls Displays the slider controls for adiusting the TV's treble, bass

and balance.

Audio P_ocessor Displays a choice list of available audio modes, which

control the way the sound comes through your speakers. You can also access
the AUDIO PROCESSOR menu by pressing the SOUND button on the remote.

Mono Plays lhe sound in mono only. Use lhis setting when receiving

broadcasts wi_h weak stereo signals.

Stereo Splits the incoming stereo audio signal into left and right channels.

Most TV programs and recorded materials have stereo audio. The word

STEREO appears on the TV when you tune to a program that is broadcast in

stereo.

Expanded Stereo Electronically "widens" sound from stereo broadcasts,

stereo VCRs, digital satellite systems, DVD players, and LaserDisc players
for a fulleL more spacious sound.

Sound Logic _Stereo Reduces the annoying blasts in volume during

commercial breaks, and also amplifies softer sounds in program material.
Eliminates the need to constantly adiust volume con_ol.

Second Audio Program (SAP) Plays the program's audio in a second

language, if one is available. The word SAPappears on the "IV when you
tune to a program that is broadcast with SAP intormation. SAP audio is
broadcast in mono. SAP is also used to broadcast a program's audio with
descriptions of the video for the visually impaired.

Audio Output & Speakers Displays a choice list that lets you turn the TV's

internal speakers on or off, and set the audio outputs to fixed-level or variable
control level.

Variable Output, Speakers On "II_issetting turns the TV's speakers on
and allows variable output from the "lW's audio output jacks.

Variable Output, Speakers Off'il_is setting turns the "lW's speakers off
and allows variable output from the "lW's audio output jacks.

Fixed Output, Speake_ Of/This selling turns the TV's speakers off and

allows fixed output from the TV's audio output jacks to an external
component such as a surround sound amplifiei_ With Fixed Output On, the

TV's volume control, tone controls, and mute are disabled.

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Picture Quality Menu

Basic Picture Controls Displays the five slider controls for adiusting the way

the picture looks.

Contrast Adiusts the difference between the light and dark areas of
the picture.

Color Adjusts the richness of tlle color.

Tint Adjusts llle balance between the red and green levels.

Black Level Adjusts the brightness of |he picture.
Sharpness AdiusLs the crispness of the edges in the picture.

When exiling this menu, the Save Personal Picture Preset choice list will appear.
You can choose eilher Yes or No. If you save the settings as a Personal Picture

Preset, the TV will store the setlings so you can re-select them quickly if
someone changes tlle setlings.

To quickly access the Picture Presets menu,

press the RESETbutton on your remote
control.

Picture Presets Displays a choice list that lets you select one of three preset

Tip picture settings: Bright L_hting, Normal Lighting, Soft Lighting or Pet:_onal

Picture Preset. Choose the setting lhat is best for your viewing environment.

Auto Color Displays a choice list that lets you turn on the l)ature that

automatically corrects the color of the picture. (This is especially uselYd for
tracking realistic flesh tone colors as you switch from channel to channel.)

Choose On or Off depending on your prel)rence.

Color Warmth Displays a choice list that lets you set one of three automatic
color adiustments: Coolfor a morn blue palette of picture colors; Normal; and

Warm tor a more red palette of picture colors. The warm selling corresponds to

the NTSC standard of 6500 K.

Screen Menu

Closed-Caption Display Displays a choice list lllat lets you choose the way
closed captioning int2)rmation is shown on the screen.

Off always No captioning information is displayed.

On always Captioning intk)rmalion is shown always, when available.
On when sound is muted Captioning intormation is shown, when

available, whenever the TV's sound is muted. (To mute the sound, press
the MUTE button.) The captioning intk)rmalion is not displayed when tlle

sound is not muted.

Closed-Caption Mode Displays a choice list that lets you choose which
captioning mode is used for displaying captioning information.

PIP Closed-Caption Display Displays a choice list that lets you choose the

way PIP closed-caption is shown on the screen.

Off always No PIP closed-captioning information is displayed.
On always PIP closed-captioning information is always displayed.

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Using Syste

Alternate with PIP button Captioning intormation is shown, when available, when you

press the PIP button on the remote with the PIP window on the screen.

PIP Closed-Caption Mode Displays a choice list that lets you choose which PIP closed-

captioning mode you want to use to display PIP closed-captioning intormation.

Menu Language Displays a choice list that lets you select your preR:rred language for the

menus: English, 5])anish or French.

Picture Tilt (Direct View TV 31" or above) Your "IV has an extra large picture tube that

makes it vulnerable to the effects of the Earth's magnetic field. You may need to adiust the
picture tilt.

Using Closed Captioning

Many programs are encoded with closed-captioning intormalion, which lets you display the
audio portion of a program as text on the "IV screen.

Closed captioning is not available on all channels at all dines. Only specific programs encoded
wilh closed-captioning information are applicable. When a program is closed captioned, dm

CC icon is displayed in the channel bannei: See Chapter 3 for more intk)rmation about the

channel banner.

If you don't know which Closed-Caption mode
to use, select CC1. CC1 is probably the mode

that is used in your area. CC2, CC3, and CC4
are reserved for foreign languages, but are
rarely used at this time.

Closed-Caption Modes

The "IV offers eight closed-captioned modes, including four text modes.
To set the Closed-Caption Mo&<

1. Select Screen from the Main menu.

2. Highlight Closed-Caption Mode and press OK (the Closed-Caption Mode
appears).

3. Highlight your choice and press OK (the Screen menu appears again).

Note: The Text modes cover nearly half cf thepicture on the screen to

display the closed-captioned text. Most broadcastem use the CC mode,
which displays a fi, w lines of captions at a time.

Turning off Closed-Caption

1. Select Screen from the Main menu.

2. Press OK to select Closed-Caption Display.

3. Highlight @_fAlways and press OK. The closed captioning is turned off and
you go back to the Screen menu.

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To enter a number greater than 99, press and
hold "1 " to enter the hundreds digit, then
press the two remaining numbers.

Channel Menu

Signal Type Displays a choice list that lets you select the current antenna

type. This option does not appear when tlle GUIDE Plus+ system is set up.

UHF/VHFAntenna Choose this if you are currently using an off-air
antenna for "1_ signals.

Cable TV Choose this if you are currently using cable or a cable box for
"1_ signals.

Auto Channel Search "Pells tlle "1_ to search automatically for all the channels

available through the antenna input. When the "IV finds an active channel, it
places it in the Normal channel list; inactive channels (weak stations or

channels with no signal at all) will be removed t?om tlle channel list. If you are
using a cable box and have set up the GUIDE Plus+ system, tllis option does
not appear.

List and Labels Displays a control panel that lets you edit your Normal

channel list and choose a sLx-character label for each channel. Follow the on-
screen directions to enter your channels and other intk)rmation.

Channel # Use the up and down arrows to scroll up and down through
the channels available via your antenna. You can enter tl_e channel number

directly using the number buttons.

Normal List Only the channels included in the Normal list are available

when you scan up and down using channel up and down. Use the up and
down arrow buttons to indicate whedmr the channel number indicated is

included (Ye.{) or is not included (No) in the Normal channel list.
ChannelLabel Use the up and down arrow buttons to enter a sLx-

character label tBr each channel. Hold tlle button down to scroll quickly
through tlle characters. "II_e "1_ can store up to 27 labels in memoly.

Auto Tuning Displays a choice list that lets you set up tlle "1_ to automatically

tune to the correct input channel when you press a component button (VCR1,
DVD, VCR2, or SAT°CABLE) on the remote. Go to Chapter 3 for details about
the Auto Tuning feature.

Time Menu

Sleep Timer Displays a control panel that lets you select the amount of time

you want to give the "1_ belk)re it shuts ilself olT.

Schedule Displays a control panel that lets you set up a schedule for turning

the "1_ on and off"automatically. Reminder: you must turn the schedule On. "II_e
on-screen directions guide you through tlle steps needed to set tlle schedule.

Set Time Displays a control panel that lets you enter the current time. "II_eon-

screen directions guide you through tlle steps needed to set the time. If your
GUIDE Plus+ system is set up, il will automatically update your time and this

option will not appeai:

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Other Information

Chapter Overview:

• Troubleshooting

• Care and Cleaning

• Front Panel Buttons

• Limited Warranty

• Accessory Order Form

• Index

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Troubleshooting

Most problems you encounter wilh your "IV you can correct by consulting lhe Troubleshooting list that follows.

TV Problems

TV won't turn on

Press the TV button.
Make sure the TV is plugged in.

Check the ,,vail receptacle (or extension cord) to make sure it is "live" by plugging in something else.
Something might be wrong with your remote control. Press the POWER button on the front of the TV. if the TV turns on,

check the remote control solutions on p. 56.
The front panel controls may be locked (disabled). Use the remote control to unlock the front panel controls by selecting the

Front Panel Block in the Parental (_bntrols menu and choosing View.

Controls don't work

If" youre using the remote control, press the '['V button f_lst to make sure the remote is in '['V 1node.

The front panel controls may be locked (disabled). Use the remote control to unlock the front panel controls by selecting the

Front Panel Block in the Parental C?)ntrols menu and choosing View.

Unplug flw TV for two minutes and flwn p]ug it back in. Turn flw TV on and t1T again.

TV turns off while playing

Scheduled Off function may have been activated. Go to p. 52 for instructions.
Electronic protection circuit may have been activated because of a power surge. Wait 30 seconds and then turn the TV on

again. If this happens frequently, the w)ltage in your house may be abnormally high or low.

TV turns on unexpectedly

Scheduled On or Watch from the GI.JII)E Plus+ system may have been activat_,d. Go to p. 52 fbr instructions.

Blank screen

Make sure the component connected to the TV is turned on.
TW another channel.
Press RESE'[\ in case the picture controls are set too low.

When I turn on the TV an icon is moving on the screen

Make sure you have removed the I)emo Pin from the G-LINK jack on the back of your TV.

No sound, picture okay

Maybe sound is muted. Press the volume up button to restore sound.

Maybe speakers are turned off. Check the Audio output and Speaker control panel in the Audio menu. Go to p. 49 for
detailed instructions.

If using S-VIDEO cables to connect a component, remember to also connect the component's left and right Audio Output Jacks
to the TV's lefl and right INPUT Jacks.

Can't select certain channel

Channel may be blocked or not approved in the Parental Controls menu.
If using a VCR, make sure the TV/VCR button on the VCR is in the correct mode (press the TV/VCR button on your VCR).

Noisy stereo reception

The station might be weak. Press the SOUND button on your remote control to change, fi-om st_,reo to mono.

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Troubleshooting

No picture, no sound but TV is on

Maybe the cable/air setting is set to the wrong position. Select G_I_ Plus+ Menu _om the Main menu, select
the Setup option, and provide the correct information on the following screens. Go to pages 16-17 fbr detailed instructions.

'[lm channel might be empty -- change channels.

if you're watching your VCR and it's connected with coaxial cable to the CABLE/ANTENNA jack, tune the TV to channel 3 or 4
(whichever channel is selected on the 3/4 switch on the back of your VCR). Also check to make sure the TV/VCR button on the
VCR is in the correct mode (press the TV/VCR button on your VCR).

Sound okay, picture poor

Check antenna connections. Make sure all of the cables are firmly conncct_,d to the jacks.
TW adjusting sharpness function to improve weak signals. Go to page 50 for more instructions.

Black box appears on the screen

Closed-captioning might be on. Check the Closed_c_ption l)£s])la_' control panel in the S_reen menu. Go to page 50 for more
instructions.

Every time I turn on the TV, the Guide is on the screen

'['l_e GI.JII)E Plus+ system automatically appears on the screen when you use the TV button on the remote to turn on the TV. You
can turn off this feature by pressing GUIDE on your remote' control and then select the Menu bar. Press the right arrow button to
select Setup Choose Review options and select OFK

GUIDE Plus+ System Problems

GUIDE Plus+ setup won't switch to channel 9 for VCR and/or channel 02 cable box

Make sure you have removed the Dcmo Pin from the G-LINK jack. Check to see if the G-LINK wands are positioned correctly in
front of compononts' romote s_'nsors.

GUIDE Plus+ system control of cable box is slower than direct control of the box itself. Keep fllis in mind when changing channels.
You may have an incorrect GUIDE Plus+ Channel Lineup. The guide may get out of sync with the cable provider. Use tile GUIIIE

Plus+ Setup in the GUll)E Plus+ Menu to change the zip code to 99999. '['urn the TV off fbr 10 minutes. Use Setup again to change
the zip code back to the correct value, if asked, be sure to select the correct channel lineup from the on-screen list.

Program information doesn't download

Review your setup infbrmation anti make sure its correct. Press MENU on the remote' and select GUIIIE Plus+ Setup. Go to page, 16
for detailed instructions about the GUIDE Plus+ Setup menus.

The TV must be off to download informatk:m. Leave your TV off overnight, fbr at least 10 hours, to receive the initial download fbr
your area.

if you're using a cable box, leave it on so you can receive progrmn infbrmation.

Scheduled Watch or Record doesn't occur

Check Schedule for timer conflicts. Go to page 52 for instructions.
Make sure the wands of the G-LINK cable are placed in front of the remote sensor(s) on the component(s).
Make sure your VCR is turned off during the time youve scheduled to record a program because the system turns the VCR on when

it starts recording (if it's ah-eady on when recording starts, the system will turn it off).
Make sure there is a tape in the VCR and that the VCR is connected properly.
Be sure that you set up the VCR in the GUll)h' tqus+ Set,q)menus if you don't complete the Cbr_figu*#ngfi)r a VCR steps

successfully, the Record option won't be available. Go to p. 18 for detailed instructions.
ira cable box is attached to your TV, make sure you set it up correctly in the GUIIIEPlus+ Setup menus. Go to page 16-17 fbr

detailed instructk:ms.

The Remote Control Doesn't Work

Something might be between the remote and the remote sensor on the component. Make sure there is a clear path.
Maybe the remote isn't aimed directly al the component (TV or VCR) that you're tlTing to operate.
Maybe remote is not in '['V Mode. Press the TV button so remote will control TV.
Maybe batteries in remote are weak, dead or installed incorrectly. Put new batteries in the remote. (Note, if you remove the

batteries, you may have to reprogram the remote to operate other components.)
You might need to drain the remote's microprocessor: remove batteries and press the number 1 button for at least 60 seconds.

Release the i button, replace the batteries, and (if necessalT) program the remote again.

PIP (Picture-In-Picture Feature) Doesn't Work

The PIP feature on this TV only works if you connect a second video source (like a VCR or satellite receiver), to your TV with audio/
video cables. If you use a cable box, you may need extra equipment. Contact your cable company and/or go to page 12 fbr more

details about a cable box connection.
Make sure the remote is in the right mode. For example, once you turn on the VCR with the VCRI button, you can't SWAP the

pictures until you put the remote in TV mode. Just press the TV button.
No signal <71-bad reception? Most VCRs and satellite receivers have an antenna <)1TV button, if your cable or off-air antenna goes into

your VCR or satellite receiver, then into your TV, tlT pressing the antenna or TV/VCR button on the fi-ont of the component.

Tip: if programmed to control your VCR, the ANTENNA button on the remote acts as a '[W/VCR button.

Problems with V-Chip/Parental Controls

The rating limits don't work

You must lock the settings. Go to the TVMAIN M_U (press MENU on your remote) select Parental Cbntrols (press 6 on your
remote) select Lock Parental C?)ntrols (press 6 on your remote').

I don't remember my password and I want to unlock the TV

if you forget your password, simultaneously press and hold MENU on the wlevision and volume down on the remote for 3 seconds.
Nothing appears on the screen, Parental Controls simply unlock and you can re-c'nWr a password via Lock Parental ControLs-.

The V-Chip won't let me watch a program even though it's not rated as violent.

Maybe the movie was given an NR (Not Rated) status Aflt, r you block movie ratings you must set NR to 14etuseparately in order to
view movies with an NR rating

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Care and Cleaning

CAUTION: Turn OFF your TV before cleaning.
You can clean the "IV as required, using a soft lint-free cloth. Be sure to occasionally dust the ventilaHon slots in the cabinet

to help assure adequate ventilation.
The TV's screen may be cleaned with a soft, lint-free cloth as well. Take care not to scratch or mar the screen. If

necessary, you may use a cloth dampened with warm water.
Never use strong cleaning agents, such as ammonia-based cleaners, or abrasive powder. These types of cleaners

will damage the TV.

While cleaning do not spray liquid directly on the screen, or allow liquid to run down the screen and inside the "IV. Also,
avoid placing drinks or vases with water on top of the TV. This could increase the risk of fire or shock hazard or damage to

the "IV.

Caution: If fLxed (non-moving) images are left on the screen for long periods, they may be permanently imprinted on the
picture tube. Such images include network logos, phone numbers, and video games. This damage is not covered by your

warranty. Extended viewing of channels displaying these images should be avoided.

Front Panel

If you can't find your remote control you can use the buttons on your "IV to operate many of the "lV's features.
MENU Brings up the "IV MAIN MENU. When in the menu system, it selects highlighted items. Also returns you to the

previous menu. Press and hold MENU for two seconds to access the GUIDE Plus+ system.
CH - Scans down through the current channel list. When you're using the "lV's menu system, it acts like the arrow down

button on the remote control.

CH + Scans up through the channel list. When you're using the "IV's menu system, il acts like the arrow up button on the
remote control.

VOL- Decreases the volume. When you're using the "IV's menu system, it acts like the left arrow button on the
remote control.

VOL + Increases the w_lume. When you're using the "lV's menu system, it acts like the right arrow button on the
remote control.

POWER Turns the "IV on and off.

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RCA TV Limited Warranty

What your warranty covers:

• Any del_ct in materials or workmanship.

For how long after your purchase:

• 90 days for labor charges.

• One year for parts.

• Two years for the picture tubes.

"II_e warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm,
whichever comes first.

What we will do:

• Pay any Authorized RCA Television Service Center the labor charges Io repair your television.

• Pay any Authorized RCA Television Service Center for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement parts and

picture tubes required to repair your television.

How you get service:

• For screen sizes of 26" and smaller: "Fake your RCA television to any Authorized RCA Television Service Center and

pick up when repairs are complete.

• For screen sizes larger than 26": Request home or pick up, repair, and return service from any Authorized RCA

"Pelevision Service Center, provided that your television is located witllin tl_e geographic teITitoIy covered by an
Authorized RCA "Pelevision Service Center. If not, you must take your television to the Service Center location at your

own expense, or pay for the cost the Service Center may charge to transport your television to and from your home.

• To identify your nearest Authorized RCA Television Service Center, ask your dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-

800-336-1900.

• Show the Authorized Service Center RepresenVative your sales receipt or other evidence of purchase date or first rental.

What your warranty does not cover:

• Customer instruction. (Your Owner's Manual clearly describes how to install, adjust, and operate your television. Any

addilional information should be obtained from your dealer).

• Installation and related adjusunents.

• Signal reception problems not caused by your television.

• Damage from misuse or neglect.

• Batteries.

• Customer replacement fuses.

• hnages burned onto the screen.

• A television that has been modified or incoi_orated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial

purposes.

• A television purchased or serviced outside the U.S.A.

• Acts of God, such as but not limited to lightning damage.

Product registration:

• Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your "l_. It will make it easier to contact you

should il ever be necessaly. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.

How state law relates to this warranty:

• "I]ais wmxanty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that valy from state to state.

If you purchased your television outside the United States:

• This wmxanty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty int_mnadon.

Service calls which do not involve defective materials or workmanship are not covered by this warranty. Costs of
such service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.

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VH81 (340
VH82 (640

Screw-on Cable attaches to

the rotated antenna
co!_nectors (called 75-ohm

F-t3pe)on the hack ofyour

VCR or TV The ends screw

onto the connecto*_" fi)r a
see*ere connection.

VH89 (6-ft)

Push-on Cablo attaches

to the round a_ten_a
connecto_ (ca!led Z_

ohm F-type) on the back
oj'j_mr VCR or 7"!< Ends

p*_sb on fiw a quicla

co!_n_ct_o!_

Gold-Tipped cable
VH83 (6-ft)

Monaural VCR Dubbing

Cable Double cable that lvta
you con_ect the video a_d

audio jack_ q/'t*_v) VHS

VCRs to duplicate tapes

Can also he tzged to connect
a V(]R toyour TV Cable is

colot: coded and shielded
Ha._ RCN4ype phono plugs

on each end.

Stereo VCR Dubbing Cable

7)'ipl_, cable that lets }_u
connect the vlr_J_oa_d At:mo

jaclaa q/'stereo componenta

Gold-Tipped cable
VH84 (6*ft)

VH976 (6*ft)
VH913 (1240

&Video Cable has multi-
p#_ connecto_ on each

end./br co_necti_g S- Video
components to your TV

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Accessory Order Form

Description

Screw-on antenna cable (3-ft)

Screw-on antenna cable (6-ft) VH82
Push-on antenna cable (6-ft) VH89

Monaural VCR Dubbing Cable (6-ft) VH83
Stereo VCR Dubbing Cable (6-ft) VH84
S-Video Cable (6-ft) VH976
S-Video Cable (12-ft) VH913

2-way Signal Splitter VH47
Amplified Antenna ANT200
Antenna Mixer (not shown) 193984

Remote Control (CRK76TA1) 240895

Audio,Video Adapter (not shown) 228449

$5.95

$5.95
$5.95

$9.95
$7.95

$14.95

$3.95

$49.95

$11.15

$29.20

$4.45

Prices are subject to change without notice.

Total Merchandise ............................................

Sales Tax .............................................................. $_1

We are required by law to collect the
appropriate sales tax for each individual
state, country, and locality to which the
merchandise is being sent.

Shipping and Handling ....................................

Total Amount Enclosed ....................................

Use VISA, MasterCard, or Discover Card
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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Charge your order on your VISA,

MasterCard, or Discover Card by

filling in below

USE YOUR CREDIT CARD

IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number

from your VISA card

VISA

Mycardexpires: _

IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number

from your MasterCard

Copy Number

above your

nallle on

MasterCard

My card _
expires:

IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number

from your Discover Card

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AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE

(Credit card order will not be processed without signature)

Print or type your name and
address clearly.

A complete and correct
order will save you days
of waiting.

Name:

Street:

City:

Apt:

State: Zip:

Daytime phone number:

Please make sure that both sides of this form
have been filled out completely.

• Allow 4 weeks for delivery.

• All accessories are subject to availability.

• Prices are subject to change.

2-way Signal Splitter

Helps you connect a second TV
or VCR.

Splitter VH47

Amplified Anteana

Allows you to quicl_{I'._witch

fi'om tbe antenna signal to tbe

cabk_ or satellite signal wilhoul
discon_wcting the a_ten_a

ANT200

CRK76TA1

Remote Control

7his is the remote corltrol that

came packed with your TK

Replacements or sT)ares can be

ordered as needed.

To Order

To place your order by phone, have your Visa,

MasterCard or Discover Ca_ ready and call the toll-_ee

number listed below.

Use fl_is number only to place an order for accessory
items listed on lhis order form.

1-800-338-0376

To place your order by mail, delach and mail the
completed order form with credi_ card information,

money order or check in US currency (made payable to
"Ilaomson Consumer Elec_onics, Inc.) to the following

address:

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Video Accessories

PO Box 8419
Ronks, PA 17573

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index

A

Accessories 59
Advanced connections 11, 12

Age-Based Ra_ings 40
ANTENNA button 22

Arrow buttons 22
Auclio

Menu 50
Output Volume & Speakers 49

Processor 49

Audio/Video cable 7
Auto

Channel Search 15, 52
Color 50

Tuning 52

DVD Channel 39
SAT/CABLE Channel 39
VCR Channels 39

AUX (auxilia W) button 22

B

Basic

connections 8, 9
Picture Controls 50

Batteries fbr the remote 14
Black Level 50
Block

Age-Based Ratings 42
Front Panel 46

Movie Ra_ings 45
Specific Content Themes 43
V-Chip Unrated Program 45

Buttons, remote control 22

c

Cable Box

code list 26
connecting 12

Cables

Audio/Video 7
coaxial 7
G-LINK 7
S-Vicleo 7

CC (Closed Captioning) 51
CH + button 22

CH - button 22
CH C_)_L (channel control)

button 22

Channel

Banner 35, 36
Block 46

Labels 52
Lineup 28

Menu 52

Search 15
Channels menu 34
CLEAR button 22

Closed Caption

Display 50

Mode 51
Coaxial cable 7

Code list

Cable Box 26
Satellite Receiver 26

VCR 26
Color Warmth 50
Connections

TV + VCR 8

TV + VCR + Cable Box 12

TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver

11

TV Only 9
Content Themes 40

Contrast 50

D

DemoPin 6, 8, 9, 11, 12
DVD

button 22

Channel 39

F

Finding the sensor 13
Fixed

Images 57

Output, Speakers Off 49
FORWARI) button 22

Front panel 57

block 46

G

G-LINK

cable 7

connecting 13
GO BACK button 22

Grid Guide menu 29
GUIDE button 22

GUII)E Plus+ system

Channel Lineup 28

Channels 35

Downloading Information 28

Setup 15

I

INFO button 22
Interactive setup 15

I.

L.E.D. button 22
Labels 52
Language 51

Languages

Selecting 15
Locating remote sensor 13

Lock, Parental Controls 46

Iv!

Memo W 52
Menu

Audio 49

Channel 52

Channels 34

Grid Guide 29

Language 51
Messages 33

News 32
Picture Quality 50

Schedule 32
Screen 50
Setup 34
Sort 31

Time 52

MENU button 22
Menus

GUII)E Plus+ System setup 15

Messages menu 33
Mono 49

Mute 49
MUTE button 22

N

News menu 32
Normal List 52

Number buttons 22

O

OK bum:m 22
ON-OFF button 23

P

Parental Controls

Locking, Unlocking 46
menu 40

PAUSE button 23
Picture

Presets 50
Quality Menu 50

Tilt 51

PIP (Picture-in-Picture)

button 23
buttons 37
Troubleshooting 38
Using 36

PLAY button 23

R

Rating Limits

movies 44
TV 41

REC*VCR+ button 23
Remote, batteries 14

Remote sensor 13
RESET button 23
REVERSE button 23

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S-VIDEO

cable 7
SAP 49
SAT-CABLE button 23
SAT/Cable Channel 39
Satellite Receiver

code list 26

connecling 11
Schedule

menu 32
time 52

Screen Menu 50
Second Audio Program (SAP)

49

Set

DVD Channel 39
SK[7©\BLE Channel 39
Time 52
VCR1 Channel 39
VCR2 Channel 39

Setup

GUIDE Plus+ system

menus 15

menu 34

Sharpness 50
Signal "l_pe

Cable TV 52
UHF/VHF Antenna 52

SKIP button 23
Sleep Timer 36, 52
Sort menu 31

SOUNI) button 23
Stereo 49
STOP button 23
SWAP button 23

T

Time

Current 36
Menu 52

Tint 50
"lk:meControls 49
"lYoubleshooting 54

TV

button 23
connecting 9

u

UHF/VHF Antenna 52
Unlock, Parental Controls 46

v

V-Chip 40

Age-Based Ratings 40
Blocking Movies 44

Content Themes 40

Variable Output, Speakers

On, Off 49

VCR

1 Channel 39

2 Channel 39
code list 26

connecting 8

VCR1 button 23
VCR2 button 23
VOL+ button 23
VOL- button 23

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WHO-INPI.JT button 23

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Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only

add delays in service for your product.

_ "n.IOMSONCONSUMER ELECTRONICS

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Indianapolis, IN 46290

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