RCA F32674, F27679, F36674ET User Manual

LJSERIS

IDE

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or

shock hazard, do not expose
this TV to rain or moisture.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove
cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside.

Refer servicing to qual fled service personnel.

This symbol indicates

"dangerous voltage" inside

the product that presents a

risk of electric shock or
personal injury.

i

This symbol iindicates

important instructions

accompanying the product.

Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, match wide
blade of pluq to wide slot., fully insert.

Attention: Pour _viter les <:hocs_lectriques, introduire la
lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne

correspondante de la prise ___tpousser ju'.sq_ au fond.

Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your
product for its proper operating voltage.

FCCRegulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this
equipment may void the user's authority to operate it.

If fixed (non-moving) images are left on the ,screenfor long periods, they
may be permanently imprinted on the screen. Such images include
network Iogos, phone numbers, and video games. This damage is not
covered by your warranty. Extended viewinc! 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 guideiines for proper grounding
and, in particular, specifies that the cable qround shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as
practical.

VCR Plus+, PlusCode and GUIDE Plus+ are trademarks of Gemstar

Development Corporation. IV GUIDE is a trademark of TV Guide
Financial, Inc. The VCR Plus+ and TV GUII_E Plus+ systems are
manufactured under licen_._efrom Gemstar DevelopmentCorporation

and VCR Index Systems B.V., respectively.

FI R, ST TH INGS FIRST ....................................... 3

Connecting your TV ....................................................... 4

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

TV with other Components ..................................... 4

TV GUIDE Plus+ Controller ...................................... 5

USING THE MENU SYSTEM ...... ..................... 7

"The Menu Rule: Point and Select ................................. 8

What is Point and Select? ........................................ 8

Menus and Control Panels .......................................... 10

Menus ..................................................................... 10

Control Panels ........................................................ 11

Sliders ...................................................................... 11

Choice Lists ............................................................. 12

Numeric Entry ......................................................... 13

TV GUIDE Plus+ Menus .......................................... 14

INTE RACTIV E SETU P ..................................... 15

Entering Setup ............................................................. 16

Select a Language ....................................................... 16

Auto Channel Search ................................................... 16

TV GUIDE Plus+ System ............................................... 17

Set the Time ._............................................................... 23

Set the VCR1 Channel ................................................. 24

Set the DVDNCR2 Channel .......................................... 25

Set the SAT/CABLE Channel ........................................ 26

Label the Channels ...................................................... 27

PROGRAMMING TH E REMOTE .................. 29

Programming the Remote .......................................... 30

To Control a VCR .................................................... 30

To Control a DVD Player or Laserdisc Player ........ 32

To Control an RCA Audio Device: ......................... 32

To Control a satellite Receiver or Cable Box ........ 33

Using the Remote to Control a Device ....................... 33

TOUR OF THE TV ........................................... 35

Remote Buttons ........................................................... 36

Back Panel .................................................................... 38

Front Panel. .................................................................. 40

Channel Marker ............ ............................................... 41

QUICK REFERENCE ........................................ 43

Audio Menu ........................................ ...: ..................... 44

• Picture Quality Menu .................................................. 45

Screen Menu ................................................................ 46

Channel Menu ............................................................. 47

Time Menu ................................................................... 49

Parental Controls Menu .............................. ................ 50

TV GUIDE Plus+ Menu ................................................. 51

Setup Menu ........... ........................................... :.......... 52

ADVANCED FEATURES ................................. 53

TV GUIDE Plus+ Operation ..................... :.................... 54

Surf Menu ............................................................... 54

Next Menu .... ....................... ................................ ... 55

Scan Menu ..................... ........... :............................. 55

Sort Menu ............................................................... 56

One-Button Recording ........................... ;............... 57

PIP (Picture-in-Picture) Operation .............................. 58

Two Tips for Using PIP Buttons... ........................... 59

Choosing an Audio Processor ..................................... 60

Choosing an audio prOcessor from the remote ... 60

Closed Captioning .......... ................................... .......... 61

To display Closed Captioning ................................ 61

Closed Captioning Modes ...................................... 62

On-screen Program Details ......................................... 63

APPENDIX A: TV CONNECTIONS ............... 65

APPENDIX B: OTHER COMPONENTS ........ 76

APPENDIX C: TROUBLESHOOTING ............ 78

APPENDIX C: TROUBLESHOOTING ............ 79

APPENDIX D: LIMITED WARRANTY ........ 80

APPENDIX E: CARE AND CLEANING .......... 81

ACCESSORIES .............. _......... :........................ 82

INDEX ............................................................. 85

2

H I, I'M ROGER.

I wrote this manual to help you get the most
from your TV. I know you expect a lot from your
_J, so I designed this user manual to give you
the information you need.., when you need it.

1

FIRSTTHINGS FIRS'["

V

I

READ THE FIRST FOUR CHAPTERS

The manual is designed to get you started

quickly.., and let you catch up on the details

when you get a chance. The first four sections of
the manual will get your TV up and running.

You'll learn how to use the menu system, run the

interactive setup routine and program the

remote.

]he rest of the manual gives you the specifics: a

tour of the TV, a quick reference guide, details

on the TV GUIDE Plus+ system, advanced

features, and appendices.

Well... if your TV's out of the box, let's get

started. First things first.

V

V

i , i

r Check out the notes I've added 1
/ throughout the manual. I've got some

J

| great tips that will help you get the most
_rom your TV.

3

r

STEP 1

Unpack the TV. Make sure to locate the remote control and
Connections Foldout.

Important Stand Information

CAUTION: Choose the location for YOUrTV carefu{ly. Take

precautions that the stand or other furniture the TV is placed on

is properly located (see Important Safeguards sheet) and of
adequate size and strength to prevent the TV from accidentally

being tipped over, pushed off, or pulled off. This could cause
damage to the TV and/or personal injury.

STEP 2: CONNECTING YOUR TV

If you're only going to connect the TV to your home antenna or
cable system, use the "TV Only" connection shown below. If
you're going to connect the TV to a VCR, satellite receiver, DVD
player or other component, look at the Connections Foldout. The

Connections Foldout details recommended connection schemes
for hooking up the TV to a cable box or antenna, one or two
VCRs, a laserdisc player, and a satellite receiver.

TV ONLY

This is a basic connection from an antenna or cable system to
your TV. Connect the cable as shown. If you have a VCR or other
components to connect to the TV, skip to the top of the next
page.

TV WITH OTHER COMPONENTS

Use the Connections Foldout to connect your TV to a VCR, DVD
player, and/or satellite receiver. After connecting your TV and
other components, proceed to the next step. See Appendix A for
detailed information about using each of these connections.

If your components don't match those shown on the foldout, or if

you prefer a different connection, see your dealer or specific

component user manuals.

4

TV GUIDE PLUS+ CONTROLLER

The TV GUIDE Plus+* controller allows direct control of a cable
box and VCR using a pair oflR (infrared) controllers.

• Plug the TV GUIDE Plus+ controller into the VCR CONTROL
jack on the back of the TV.

° Affix the IR controllers directly over the IR remote sensors on

your.cable box and VCR.

Back of TV

Remote

Sensors_

Connect IR controllers to the infrared remote

sensors on your cable box and VCR

STE P 3

Plug in the TV.

Plug the end into the wall outlet, matching the wide blade of
the plug with the wide slot in the outlet. Be sure to insert the
plug completely.

/ II I_\
I _ It \

| II PI\

\_A'J ',

* GUIDE Plus+ is a trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation.

-IV GUIDE is a trademark of TV Guide Financial, Inc.

i

Locating the IR (infrared)
Remote Control Sensor on

Your Cable Box or VCR
The IR controllers must be affixed

directly over 'the IR remote sensors on
your cable box or VCR.

Some cable boxes and VCRs label the
IR sensors; others do not. If the
sensors are labeled, affix the IR
controllers directly over them.

I

IR Remote Sensor

For those that do not label the IR
sensor, you need to use the cable box

or VCR's remote to locate the sensor
before affixing the IR controllers.

1. Hold the remote control so that it
is touching the front of the cable

box or VCR.

.

Slowly rnc,ve the remote over the

front of tF_ecable box or VCR

while pressing the remote's
POWER button on and off

3. When the cable box or VCR turns
off or on, you've located the
sensor.

You should test the IR controllers

after setting up the TV GUIDE Plus+
system. Temporarily attach the IR
controllers with clear tape to the
spots where_you think the sensors
are located. After determining that
the controll,ers are working correctly,
affix them permanently.

, i

STEP 4

Put batteries in the remote.

• Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the
remote.

Insert batteries as shown, matching the + and - ends of each
battery in the compartment.

Replace the cover.

STEP 5

Turn on the TV.

Press TV on the remote, or press POWER on the TV itself.

STEP 6

Read the next section, Using the Menu System, which is a brief
overview of the basic rules for getting around in the menus.

STEP 7

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

the TV. The first steps ask youto select your preferred language
for the menu system and to begin the auto channel search, which

puts available cable TV or antenna signals into the TV's memory.

You can skip any of the steps and return to them later.

REVERSE PLAY FORWARD

<31>[>

REC'VC_÷ STOP PAUSE

r-_ r-i--I [,,-in

INFO CH. SKIP

MUTE CH- GO BACK

FAVe_NPUT ANTENNA

0 00 0

<1....D

GUIOE

0

TV

6

r• .!

ONE RULE TO REMEMBER

You control and customize the TV by making

changes to various control panels in the menu
system. The great thing is, you only need to know

one rule: point and select.

I2

V

USING THE MENU SYSTEM

V

V

7

THE MENU RULE: POINTAND SELECT

You only need to know one rule to use the on-screen menus and
control panels: point and select.

WHAT IS POINT AND SELECT?.

The point and select method has two steps.

1. Point to a menu item using the MOVE arrows on the
remote.

To point up or down, press the up or down arrows. To point
left or right, press the left or right arrows.

2. Select a menu item by pressing MENU-SELECT.

Selecting an item tells the TV's menu system to go ahead and
make the change or go to a,place you have indicated.

For example, to select the Channel menu from the Main menu:

1. Press MENU to bring up the Main menu.

2. Point to Channel by pressing the down arrow until the word
Channel is highlighted.

"IV viewi_lg.

8

!3. Press MENU to select Channel. The Channel menu comes up.

.

5.

Point to Exit and press MENU to return to the Main menu.
Point to Exit and press MENU to leave the menu system and

return to TV viewing.
If you ever want to leave the menu system, press CLEAR.

Once you know how to point and select your way through the
menus, you can apply this rule in the control panels, which do
the real work in the menu system.

9

MENUS AND CONTROL PANELS

There are three parts to the menu system: menus, control panels,

and the TV GUIDE Plus+ system. But before you can use control

panels or the TV GUIDE Plus+ system, you first have to move

through at least one menu--the Main menu.

MENUS

The first menu is called the Main menu. To bring up the Main

menu:

1. Press MENU on the remote or front panel:

Menus take you to another menu or a control panel. There

are two ways to make a choice in a menu:
Point and select with the MOVE arrows and MENU.
Press a number button on the remote. For example, in the

Main menu press 3 to go straight to the Screen menu.

Exiting a menu

There are three ways to exit a menu:

• Point to Exit and press MENU.

• Press 0 on the remote.
Press CLEAR. The on-screen displays are cleared from the

screen and you are returned to TV viewing.

Feel free to explore tlhe menu system.
If you're ever unsure where you are in

the menu system, or you're just plain
tired of exploring, press CLEARto
remove 'the menus from the screen

and start over again.

10

CONTROL PANELS

(-ontrol Panels do the work in the menu system: it's where you

choose a setting, enter a number, or adjust a level such as tint or

brightness. There are three kinds of control panels: sliders, choice
flists,and numeric entry.

Sliders

Sliders are used to make adjustments to a particular control.

For example, to adjust the TV's contrast:

1. Press MENU to bring up the Main menu.

2. Point to Picture Quality and press MENU. The Picture Quality
menu comes up.

3. Press MENU to select Basic Picture Controls.

4. Press the right or left arrow to adjust the indicator line.
Notice that the picture changes as you adjust the contrast.

Now that you know how the contrast slider works, you know
how all sliders work.

i

[--tn-tomt 1

names of the control panel types.

Once you've learned how each type

works, you'll be able to use any part

of the menu system.

i i

11

CHOICE LISTS

Choice lists are used to choose a particular setting from a list of
settings. The current setting in a choice list is always the
highlighted item.

For example, tO indicate whether you're currently using a home

antenna or a cable TV signals:

1. Press MENU to bring up the Main menu.

2. Point to Channel and press MENU. The Channel menu comes
up.

,

Point to Signal Type and press MENU. The Signal Type choice
list comes up with the current setting highlighted. For

example:

4. Point to the correct setting for your Connection and press
MENU. As soon as you select a choice, the TV saves your

change, and you are returned to the previous menu.

5. Point to Exit and press MENU to return to the Main menu.

6. Point to Exit and press MENU to return to TV viewing.

12

NUMERIC ENTRY

A numeric entry control panel is used to enter numbers or

Iette rs.
For example, to set the current time:

"1. Press MENU to bring up the Main menu.

2. Point to Time and press MENU.

3. Point to Set Time and press MENU. The Set Time numeric
entry control panel comes up. Notice the pointer underneath
the first column.

.

5.

,

7:

Press the up arrow to enter a number in that column.
Press the right arrow to move to the next column, then press

the up or down arrow to enter a number.
Repeat Step 5 until you have entered the hour and minute

for the current time. Notice that when you reach the last
column, pressing the up or down arrow changes whether the
time reads AM or PM.

When you have entered the correct time, press MENU. You
are returned to the Time menu.

8. Point to Exit and press MENU to return to the Main menu.

9. Point to Exit and press MENU to return to TV viewing.

r

If the control panel is not set at the
current time, use the left arrow to go
back over the columns and the up
arrow to make changes.

You can alsc_enter numbers directly
by using the number buttons.

13

TV GUIDE PLUS+ MENUS

The TV GUIDE Plus+ system is an interactive on-screen program
guide that lists TV schedules for your area, and allows your TV
direct control of a cable box and VCR. Use of the system's menus
differs slightly from the point and select method described
earlier.

1. Press GUIDE to bring up the TV GUIDE Plus+ menu.

WABC 5 Cesby

WGN 9 Baseball_Cubs vs Braves

WNBC 4 Simple Pleasures

WCBS ii Jerry Springer
WTRW 17 Weaving Today
WJAX 34 The ubiquitious G-Men

WIMT 42 You Bet Your Life

-- Menus or Options

gram Information

Channel Listing

There are three sections to a TV GUIDE Plus+ menu:

A row of menus or options across the top of the screen

• Program information

• Channel listing
Unlike your TV's other menus, TV GUIDE Plus+ menus use two

methods of pointing and selecting on the same screen---one for
menus or options, and one for program information.

To select menus or options:

• Press the right or left arrow to highlight your choice.

• Press MENU to select the highlighted item. MENU is used only
when selecting menus or options.

To make selections in the program listing:

• Press the up or down arrow to select a channel.

• Press GUIDE or CLEAR to exit the TV GUIDE Plus+ system. The

TV will change to the channel you selected if you used the

GUIDE button. Pressing CLEAR returns to the original

channel.

See Interactive Setup and Advanced Features for more

information on using the TV GUIDE Plus+ system.

TV GUIDE Plus+ screens illustrated in
this book are representations of what

you are likely to see. Not all channels,
programs, and TV GUIOE Plus+ infor-

mation depicted will be available in
your area.

Currently, program information can
include title, brief description, time
program :starts, length, and the
availabili_:y of closed captioning,
stereo and additional program
information.

New features and options can be
downloaded to the TV GUIDE Plus+

system, so these too are subject to
change.

14

THERE'S AN ON-SCREEN SETUP ROUTINE

Your TV has software that tells it what to do, just

like a computer. The interactive setup routine takes

you through the steps needed to configure the TV:

• Select a menulanguage

• Search for available channels

• Set up the TV GUIDE Plus+ system

• Set the time

• Set-theVCR1 channel

• Set the DVD/VCR2 channel
0, Setthe SAT/CABLE channel

• Make the channel list and labels

[3

V

V

I NTE RAC'FIVE SETU P

V

Complete the first two steps, Select
Language and Auto Channel Search, to
receive antenna or cableTV signals.After

that, you can skil_ other steps and return

to them at your convenience.

15

ENTERING SETUP

Setup is accessed through the Main menu:

1 Press MENU to bring up the Main menu.

2. Point to Setup and press MENU. The first Setup screen comes

up, asking you to confirm that you want to begin.

i

3. Press MENU to begin the Setup routine.

SELECT A LANGUAGE

The first part of the setup routine asks you to select your

preferred language for the menuing system.

1. Point to your preferred language for the menuing sYstem.

2. Press MENU to select that language for the menuing system.

AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH

The next part of the setup routine asks you if you want the TV
to search automatically for all channels available through your
antenna or cable TV system. This is sometimes called
"autoprogramming."

16

.

Press MENU to tell the TV to begin searching for channels.

The display gives you a progress report and tells you when it

has finished.

2. Press MENU to continue.

TV GUIDE PLUS+ SYSTEM

The next step lets you set up the TM GUIDE Plus+ system to

display your local program listings, and control your cable box
and VCR.

If you skip Auto Channel Search now,
you can accessit later through the
Channel menu You can also put
channels in memory manually using

List & Labels. See Quick Reference for

more details.

1. Press MENU to bring up the TV GUIDE Plus+ initial menu.

Demo
Select Channels
Exit

2. Press MENU to begin setup.

To complete TV Guide PILls+ setup,
you must have already connected the
TV Guide Plus+ controllers to your

cable box arid VCR. Refer' to First
Things Fir.st for more details:

17

The first two screens ask for information about where you live.

Where do you live?

Canada

3. Select your country.

Enter your zipcode

4. Enter your ZIP code (Postal Code in Canada) using the
numeric keypad. If you make a mistake, press MENU to back
up a number.

The next series of screens asks you about your cable TV setup. If
you have a cable box, you will want to set the TV GUIDE Plus+
system to control it. Otherwise, it may not be able to locate and
download program information.

Do you have cable?

18

5. Select YES if you have cable, or NO if you do not.

Since the program information ]

provided by TV Guide Plus+ is based
on your locale, you will need to run
setup again if you move.

m i

Do you have a cable box?

6. Select YES if you have a cable box, or NO if you do not.

CANCEL EXIT

Turn on cable box

Enter cable box brand # from

brand table in your manual

7. Enter the code for your cable box's brand from the table on
the following pages.

When the TV GUIDE Plus+ system correctly identifies the brand
and model of your cable box, the cable box changes to channel 9.

NO EXIT

Testing code i 2 - 0 1

Has your cable box
switched to channel 9?

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

Once the correct model of cable box has been identified, you will
need to set the cable box's output channel.

19

Select Cable Box OutputChannel

9. Enter the channel you normally use to view channels through
your cable box--usually 3 or 4. Consult your cable box's

instruction book or your cable company if you are not sure.
Choose 0 to'use VIDEO INPUT 1.

The last series of screens asks about your VCR setup.

NO

DO you have a VCR?

10. Select YES if you have a VCR, or NO if you do not.

Answering NO automatically skips forward to the end of TV

GUIDE Plus+ setup.

CANCEL EXIT

Tune VCR to 2 and turn it off
Enter VCR brand # from
brand table in your manual

11. Tune your VCR to channel 2 and turn it off.

12. Enter the code for your VCR's brand from the table on the
following pages.

Channel:_ 0-7 can be used for the

cable box's output channel. "0" is

used for VIDEO INPUT 1 (INPUT 2

cannot be used); 1-7 are regular TV

channels.

See Advanced Features for more

details c,n using the TV GUIDE Plus+
system lo control a cable box and

VCR.

2O

:ii _ • i ::::•_i::_/!"/i/ii _:!'!:/_:_"!'i':

, ...... ..•%

When the TV GUIDE Plus+ system correctly identifies the brand
and model of your VCR, the VCR'stuner changes to channel 9.

NO EXIT

Testing code 1 2 - 0 1

Has your VCR

switched to channel 9?

13. Select YES if the VCR automatically changed to channel 9,
or NO if it did not. If you select NO, the system will try
another code.

This screen comes up when you've successfully finished TV

GUIDE Plus+ setup.

• Your TVGuide Plus_ will be
ready for use within 24 hours.

Always leave your cable box

ON and your VCR OFF.

14. Select EXlTto continue with the remainder of the interactive
setup.

The TV GUIDE Plus+ system will be unavailable until it completes

its first download of program information.

When the power isturned off, the TV locates a "host channel"
that carries TV GUIDE Plus+ data containing program schedule
and channel mapping information. A channel map isthe list of

stations and their respective channels. See Advanced Features
for more details. "

Downloads may be scheduled several times a day. The TVmust

be turned off for TV GUIDE Plus+ data to download.

If more than one cable company
services your area, the TV GUIDE

Plus+ system may download a
channel map for each company.

After the 'I_ completes its first
download, you will be prompted to
manually select the channel map.

See Advanced Features for complete
instructions.

21

TV GUIDE Plus+ VCR Codes

Admiral ......................... ........ 19

Akai ..................................... 15

Audio Dynamics .................. 11

Belcor ................................... 16

Bell&Howell ........................ 04

Broksonic ............................. 26

Candle ................................. 27

Canon .................................. 03

Capehart .............................. 16

Craig .................................... 17

Curtis ................................... 23

Daewoo ........................ ....... 16

DBX ...................................... 11

Electrohome ........................ 08

Electron ............................... 01

Emerson ............................... 05

Fisher ................................... 04

Funai .................................... 14

GE ........................................ 01

Go Video ............................. 02

Goldstar ............................... 22

Grundig ............................... 03

Harman Kardon .................. 08

Hitachi ................................. 21

Images ................................. 02

JC Penney ............................ 25

Jenson .................................. 31

JVC ....................................... 12

Kenwood ............................. 12

KLH ...................................... 17

Magnavox ........................... 07

Magnin ................................ 23

Marantz ............................... 11

Marta ............................... '.... 22

Memorex ........ :.................... 29

MGA .................................... 08

Minolta ................................ 21

Mitsubishi ............................ 08

Montgomery Ward ............. 14

Movie Walker ...................... 14

MTC ..................................... 14

Multitech ............................. 14

NEC ...................................... 11

Nikko .............................. 16,22

Olympus .............................. 03

Optimus ............................... 27

Optonica .................... :......... 19

Orion ................................... 24

Panasonic ............................ 03

Pentax .................................. 21

Philco ................................... 28

Philips .................................. 28

Pilot ..................................... 22

Pioneer ................................ 21

ProScan ................................ 01

Quasar ................................. 03

Radio Shack/Realistic .......... 30

Randix .................................. 22

RCA ...................................... 01

Samsung .............................. 23

Sansui .................................. 20

Sanyo ................................... 04

Scott ..................................... 05

Sears .................................... 06

Sharp .................................. ,19

Shintom ............................... 17

Shogun ................................ 23

Signature ............................. 19

Sony ..................................... 13

Sylvania ............................... 28

Symphonic ........................... 14

Tatung ................................. 31

Teac ...................................... 31

Teknika ................................ 18

Telefunken .......................... 05

TMK ..................................... 05

Toshiba ................................ 10

Totevision ............................ 23

Vector Research .................. 11

Zenith .................................. 09

I he TV GUIDE Plus+ system may not operate all models of |

the brands listed in the tables on this page.

J

22

TV GUIDI" Plus+ Cable Box Codes

Archer .................................. 14

Cable Cinema ...................... 31

Cabletenna .......................... 31

Cableview ............................ 31

Century ................................ 27

Citizer ................................. 29

Curtis ................................... 04

Diamond ....... _...................... 31

Eagle +_.................................. 09

Eastern ................................. 13

GC Flectronics ...................... 26

Gemini .................................. 15

General Electric .................... 19

Gener_l Instrument ............ 01

Gerrafd ................................ 27

Hamlin ............................ 06,13

Hitacl _i ................................. 16

Jasco .................................... 15

Jerrold ................................. 01

Macom ................................. 16

Magnavox ........................... 11

Ma_:sushita ........................... 07

Movietime ........................... 17

NEC ...................................... 22

Nova\,ision ............................ 04

NSC ....................................... 22

Oak ....................................... 05

Oak Sigma ............................ 05

Panasonic ............................ 07

Philips .................................. 10

Pioneer ................................ 02

Pulser. .................................. 24

Ouest ................................... 02

RCA ...................................... 07

Reali_.:tic ............................... 27

Recolo n .............................. : 27

Regal .................................... 06

Regency ............................... 13

Rembrant ....... ;.................... 26

L.L. Marx .............................. 23

Sams_ng ............................... 23

Scientific Atlanta ................. 04

Sheri tech .............................. 12

Signal .................................... 11

Sprucer ................................ 07

Standard Components ........ 17

Stare ate ............................... 24

Sylvania ............................... '08

Tekn ika ................................ 20

Telecaption .......................... 21

Teie_iew .............................. 22

Texs(:an ................................ 08

Tocom .................................. 18

Tosh ba ................................ 30

Unika ................................... 26

Universal .............................. 25

Vide _way ............................ 03

Vidtek .................................. 28

Viewsta r ............................... 09

ZeniLh ................................... 03

',_ET THE TIME

The next step lets you set the time of day.

1. Press MENU to bring up the Set Time control panel.

.

Use the left and right arrows to point to the hour and minutes
spaces. Use the up and down arrows to scroll through the
numbers and change from AM to PM.

3. Press MENU to continue.

23

SETTHE VCR1 CHANNEL

The next step lets you set the VCR1 channel. Whenyou set the

VCR1 channel, you're telling the TV what channel to tune to

when you press the VCR1 button on the remote.

For example, if you have a VCR connected to the Video 1 input

jacks on the back of the TV, you want the TV to tune to the

Video 1 input channel when you press the VCR1 button. If you
don't have a VCR1 component connected to the TV, skip this step
or select Not Connected from the VCR1 Channel choice list. (For
more, see Auto Tuning in the Quick Reference section.)

1. Press MENU to bring up theVCR1 choice list.

.

Point to the choice that matches the way you have your VCR
connected to the TV.

If you used the Connections Foldout to hook up your TV, use

the table shown at the right to select the VCR1 channel.

3. Press MENU to continue.

24

SET THE DVD/VCR2 CHANNEL

The next step lets you set the DVDNCR2 channel. When you set
the DVD/VCR2 channel, you're telling the TV what channel to
tune to when you press the DVD,VCR2 button on the remote.

For example, if you have a DVD player connected to the Video 2
input jacks on the back of the TV, you want the TV to tune to

the Video 2 input channel when you press DVD°VCR2. If you

don't have a DVD°VCR2 component connected to the TV, skip

this step or select Not Connected from the DVD/VCR2 Channel

choice list. (For more, see Auto Tuning in the Quick Reference

section.)

1. Press MENU to bring up the DVD/VCR2 choice list.

.

Point to the choice that matches the way you have your DVD
player or second VCR connected to the TV.

If you used the Connections Foldout to hook up your TV, use

the table at right to select the DVD/VCR2 channel.

3. Press MENU to continue.

If you used / Select
Connection A Not Connected
Connection B Not Connected

Connection C Video 2 Input

Connection D Channel 3*
Connection E Video 1 Input

Connection F Not Connected
Connection G Not Connected
Connection H Video 2 Input

Connection I Channel 3*

* Or Channel 4, depending on how

your VCR's 314 switch is set.

25

SET THE SAT/CABLE CHANNEL

The next step lets you set the SAT/CABLE channel. When you set
the SAT/CABLE channel, you're telling the TV what channel to
tune to when you press the SAT*CABLE button on the remote.

For example, if you have a cable box connected to the Antenna

jack on the back of the TV, and you usually tune your TV to

channel 3 to see cable stations, you want the TV to tune to
channel 3 when you press SAT,CABLE. If you don't have a,

satellite receiver or cable box connected to the TV, skip this step
or select Not Connected from the SAT/CABLE Channel choice list.

(For more, see Auto Tuning in the Quick Reference section.)

1. Press MENU to bring up the SAT/CABLE choice list.

,

.

Point to the choice that matches the way you have your

satellite receiver or cable box connected to the TV.

If you used the Connections Foldout to hook up your TV, use

the table at the right to select the SAT/CABLE channel.

Press MENU to complete the Setup routine and return to TV

viewing.

Important:

If you have both a satellite receiver
and a cable box connected to the TV...

...The remote cannot control both a
cable box and the satelttite receiver.
The Chart details how to set the

SAT-CABLE! button to control the

satellite re,ceiver.You must then use
your cable box remote 'to control the

cable box. You may, however, prefer
to use the satellite receiver remote

for satellite programming, and set
YOUr SAT,('ABLE button to control

your cable box. It's your choice.

If you used With Cable Box

Select
Connection A Channel 3*
Connection B Channel 3*
Connection C Channel 3*
Connection D Channel 3*
Connection E Channel 3*
If you used With Satellite

Receiver Select

Connection F Video 1 Input
Connection G Video 1 Input

Connection H Video 1 Input

Connection I Video 1 Input
* Or Channel 4, depending on how

your VCR's 314 switch is set.

26

': _ .', , ' ..;

[.ABEL THE CHANNELS

The next step lets you make your channel list and label your
channels. (For more, see List and Labels in the Quick Reference
section.)

1. Press MENU to bring up the List and Labels control panel.

.

.

.

Use the left and right arrows to point to the three different
areas of the control panel (called "fields").

Use the up and down arrows to scroll through the numbers
and letters and select Yes or No in the Normal List field. You

may wish to refer to the call letters listed in your newspaper's

TV section for ideas on labelling the channels.

Repeat this process for each of your channels. Then press
MENU to continue. The TV can store up to 27 labels in
memo_

Use the CH ^ (channel up) or CH v
(channel down) buttons to change
channels in the Chan # field. This
works even if you're not in tl_e Chan
# field. Or, enter the channel number
directly using the number buttons on

the universal remote. To enter a

number greater than 99, press and
hold "1" to enter the hundreds digit,

then press the two remaining

numbers.

The list and labels feature can also be
accessed from the Channel menu.

Because this procedure can be time
consuming, feel free to skip this step
and come back to it latel:

27

What Now?

Now that you've finished th.e interactive setup, you can sit back,
relax, and enjoy the TV. Or...

Program the Remote

Since you've gone this far, you can take a few minutes to

program the remote to control your VCR, DVD player, laserdisc
player, and other component. To find out how to program the
remote, go to the next section.

28

IF YOU HAVE AVCR OR OTHER

COMPO N ENT...

The universal remote can be programmed to control

most brands of remote controllable VCRs, satellite
receivers, DVD players a6d cable boxes. If you have

a,n RCA, GE, or ProScan component, you probably
clon't need to program it at all--other

manufacturers' brands need to be programmed.

NOW WATCH SOME TV!

Once you've programmed the remote, you will have
completed all four setup sections. Now you can sit

back and enjoy the TV. If you want to know more
about the different parts of the TV, see the next
section, Tour of the TV. Refer to the other sections
and appendices as needed.

V

V

PROGRA/v_/v_ING TH E REMOTE

29

PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE

The universal remote can be pr0grammed to control most

brands of remote controllable VCRs and cable boxes. The remote
is already programmed to control most RCA, GE and ProScan TVs

VCRs, DVD players, laserdisc players and satellite receivers. Other

manufacturers °brands need to be programmed.

PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL

A VCR

To determine whether the universal remote needs to be
programmed, turn the VCR on, point the remote at the VCR,
and press the VCR1 button. Then press POWER or CH 'A(channel
up) or CH v (channel down) to see if the VCR responds to the
remote commands. If not, the remote needs to be programmed.

Follow these steps to program your universal remote to control
your VCR:

1. Turn on the VCR to be programmed.

2. Look up your VCR brand and code number(s) on the code list
on the next page.

3. Press and hold the VCR1 button on the remote.

.

5.

.

Enter the two-digit code from the code list.
Release VCR1 then press POWER to see if the VCR responds

to the remote commands. If it doesn't, try pressing VCR1 and

POWER to see if the VCR responds.
Repeat these steps using the next code listed for your brand,

until the VCR responds to the remote commands.

9OWF.R VCP-1 SATOCABLE i_V

oor3

DVDoVCR2 AUDIO

0 (3

CH+ "

CH-

40

oO

You'll use these buttons when you
program the remote to control any

devices.

This remote may not operate all

models of the brands that are shown.

Use the codes shown at right or on

the sheet packed in with your remote.

To'progiram the DVD,VCR2 button to
control a second VCR, follow these

steps but use the DVDeVCR2 button
instead of the VCR1 button.

3O

Universal Remote VCR Codes

Admiral ................................. 06,79

Aiwa ........................................... 15

Akai ................... 03,17,22,23,63,66

Audio Dynamics .................... 14,16

Bell&Howell ............................... 02

Broksonic ................................... 10

Candle ........................ 07,09,13,44,

........................................... 45,46,52

(-annon .................................. 08,53

Capehart ......................... •........... 01

Citizen ........................ 07,09,13,44,

.......................................... 45,46,52

Colortyme .................................. 14

Craig ......... ........................ _.... 07,12

Curtis-Mathes ............ 00,07,08,14,

........................... 15,44,46,53,64,67

Daewoo ....................... 13,45,52,76

DBX ....................................... 14,16

Dimensia .................................... 00

Dynatech .................................... 15

Electrohome .............................. 27

Emerson ...... 08,09,10,13,15,20,23,

.......................... 27,34,41,42,47,49,

........................... 57,62,65,67,68,70

Fisher ............ 02,12,18,19,43,48,58

Funai .......................................... 15

GE ...................... 00,07,08,32,37,53

Goldstar ...................... 09,14,46,60

Harman Kardon ......................... 14

Hitachi ......................... 05,15,35,36

Instant Replay ............................ 08

JCL .............................................. 08

JC Penney .............. 02,05,07,08,14,

................................ 16,30,35,51,53

JVC ..................... 02,14,16,30,46,74

Kenwood .......... 02,14,16,30,44,46

KLH ................. _..................... ...... 73

Lloyd ........................................... 15

Logik ........................................... 31

Magnavox ................... 08,29,53,56

Marantz ................ 02,08,14,16,29,

..................................... 30,44,46,61

Maria ..................................... .... 09

MEI ............................................. 08

Memorex .......... :.......... 08,09,12,15

MGA ...................................... 04,27

Midland ...................................... 32

Minolta ................................. 05,35

Mitsubishi .............. 04,05,27,35,40

Montgomery Ward .................... 06

MTC ....................................... 07,15

Multitech .................... 07,15,31,32

NEC ..... 02,14,16,30,44,46,59,61,64

Panasonic .................... 08,53,75,77

Pentax .............................. 05,35,44

Pentex Research + ..................... _,6

Philco ........................... 08,29,53,56

Philips .................................... 08,29

Pioneer ..................... '........ 05,16,50

Portland .......... ................. 44,45,52

ProScan ...................................... 00

Quartz ........................................ 02

Quasar ............ _...................... 08,53

Radio ShacklRealistic ...... 02,06,08,

...................... 09,12,15,19,27,43,513

RCA ..... 00,05,07,08,28,35,37,54,69

Samsung ................. 07,13,22,32,42

Sansui ............. :...................... 16,71

Sanyo ..................................... 02,12

Scott ........................ 04,13,41,49,68

Sears ....02,05,09,12,18,19,35,43,48

Sharp ...................... 06,24,27,39,45

Shintom ....................... 17,26,31,5.5

Signature ................................... 15

Sony .................................. 17,26,38

Sylvania .................. 08,15,29,53,56

Symphonic ................................. 15

Tandy ...................................... 02,1i5

Tashiko ....................................... 09

Tatung ........................................ 30

Teac ................................... 15,30,69

Technics ...................................... 08

Teknika ........................ 08,09,15,21

Toshiba .....:............. 05,13,19,48,49

Totevision .............................. 07,09

TMK ......... .................................... 67

Unitech ....................................... 07

Vector Research ............... 14,16,.44

Victor .......................................... 16

Video Concepts ................ 14,16,44

Videosonic .................................. 07

Wards .................... 05,06,07,08,09,

....................... 12,13,15,25,27,31,35

Yamaha .................. 02,14,16,30,46

Zenith ..................... 11,17,26,72,79

31

PROGRAMMING TH E REMOTE TO CONTROL

A DVD PLAYER OR LASERDISC PLAYER

The remote's DVD°VCR2 button is prel_ogrammed to control the

primary functions of an RCA, GE, or ProScan DVD player. If you
would like this button to control a device other than a DVD

player, you may program the remote to control a laserdisc player
or VCR. To program the DVDoVCR2 button to control a device,
use the DVD player or laserdisc player codes at the right or the
VCR codes on the previous page.

1. Turn on the DVD player, laserdisc player or VCR.

2. Look up your brand and its code number(s) on the code lists.

3. Press and hold the DVD-VCR2 button on the remote.

.

5.

Enter the two-digit code from the code list.
Release the DVD,VCR2 button and press POWER or another

button to see if the device responds to the remote
commands.

6. Repeat these steps using the next code listed for your brand,
until the device responds to the remote commands.

I DVD Player Codes 1

GE ............................................... : 78

ProScan ....................................... 78

RCA .............................................. 78

i

La_'€'e'rdisc PJayrer _°des 1

:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::/

RCA...........................

PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL

AN RCA AUDIO DEVICE:

Your remote controls only RCA audio equipment such as an

audio receiver or amplifier--it does not control other brands of

audio equipment. Also, the remote may need to be programmed
for your equipment. This remote may not operate all models of
the brands that are shown at right. Use the codes below or on
the sheet packed in with your remote.

1. Turn on the component to be programmed.

2. Look up your brand and its code number(s) on the code list.

3. Press and hold the AUDIO button.

4. Enter the two-digit code from the code list.

5. Release the AUDIO button and press POWER or CH ^

(channel up) or CH v (channel down) to see if the audio
device responds to the remote commands.

6. Repeat these steps using the next code listed for your brand

until the audio device responds to the remote commands.

Audio Codes

RCA/Dimensia

AMIFM ........................................ 03

CD ................................................. 07

Tape .......................... ................... 06

Phono ......................................... 05

Aux ............................................. 04

32

PROGRAMMING TH E REMOTE TO CONTROL A

SATELLITE RECEIVER OR CABLE BOX

Refer to the Connection Foldout or contact your cable company
to hook up your cable box. If you have a cable box with its own
remote, then you may also be able to use the TV's remote with
your cable box. This remote may not operate all models of the
brands that are shown. Use the codes at the right, or on the
sheet packed with your remote.

1. Turn on the cable box or satellite receiver.

2. Look up your brand and its code number(s) on the code list.

3. Press and hold the SAT,CABLE button on the remote.

4.
!3.

,

Enter the two-digit code from the code list.
Release the SAT-CABLE button and press POWER or CH A

(channel up) or CH v (channel down) to see if the cable box
responds to the remote commands.

Repeat these steps using the next code listed for your brand
until the cable box or satellite receiver responds to the

remote commands.

USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL A' DEVICE

Once the remote has been programmed with the correct codes,
you are ready to use it to control your devices.

To operate the device:

1. Press the device button (TV, VCR1, SAT,CABLE, DVD,VCR2, or

AUDIO) to set the remote to control the device.

2. Press POWER to turn the device off or on.

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

Satellite / Cable Box Codes

ABC .............................. 22,46,53,54

Anvision ................................. 07,08

Cablestar ...... ;........................ 07,08

Chaparral .............................. 80,81

Cheyenne ..................................... 81

Diamond ...................................... 56

Drake ...................................... 82,83

Eagle ............................... ...... 07,08

Eastern Int ................................... 02

General Instruments... 46,.92,93,94

GI 400 ...... 04,05,15,23,24.,25,30,36

Hamlin .................... 03,12,13,34,48

Hitachi ............................... 37,.43,46

Jerrold ......... 04,05,15,23,24,25,30,

........................... .36,45,46,47,62,65

Macom .................................. 37,43

Mag navox ........ 07,08,19,21,26,28,

................................ 29,32,33,40,41

NSC ............................................... 09

Oak ._................................. 01,.16,38

Oak Sigma .................................. 16

Panasonic ..................... 03,27,39,61

Philips ................ 07,08,19,21,26,28,

................................. 29,32,33,40,41

Pioneer ....... ,..................... 18,20,44

Randtek ................................. 07,08

RCA .................................... 00.,27,66

Realistic ........................................ 84

Regal ................................ 03,12,13

Regency ............... .................. 02,33

Samsung ..................................... '.44

Sierra l,ll, lll .................................. 81

Sci. Atlanta ............. 03,22,35,63,64

Signature .......... ......................... 46

Sony DBS.................................... 95

Sprucer ........................................ 27

Starcom ......................................... 46

Stargate 2000 ............................. 58

STSI,2,3,4 .................... 85,86,87,88

Sylvania .................................. 11,59

Teknika ........................................ 06

Texscan .............................. 10,11,59

Tocom .......... :.......... 17,21,49,50,55

7oshiba ....................................... 89

Uniden ..................................... :. 90

Unika ............... .................. 31,32,41

Universal ...................... :... 51,52,60

Video Cipher II ............................ 91

Viewsta r ........... 07,08,19,21,26,28,

................................. 29,32,'13,40,41

Warner Amex ............................. 44

Zenith ........................... 14,42,57,61

33

A PICTURE BOOK TOUR

rhis section talks about the TV's main parts (at least

-_he parts you'll actually use):

• The remote control

• The back panel

• The front panel

• The channel marker

35

REMOTE BUTTONS

POWER When in TV mode, turns off the TV. In VCR mode, and if

programmed, turns on and off most VCRs.
VCR1 If programmed, turns on VCR and puts the remote in VCR

mode. Also turns on the TV.

SAT.CABLE If programmed, turns on satellite receiver or cable

box. Puts the remote in SAT.CABLE mode. Also turns on the TV.
DVDoVCR2 If programmed, turns on DVD player or second VCR

or laserdisc player. Puts the remote in DVD.VCR2 mode. Also

turns on the TV.

AUDIO If programmed, turns on RCA audio component and puts
the remote in audio mode.

TV Turns on the TV and puts the remote in TV mode. Also
displays channel information.

REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, REC,VCR+, STOP, PAUSE If
programmed, provides transport control for some remote-

controllable VCRs, DVD players, laserdisc players, tape decks, and
CD players. Pressing REC.VCR+ when using the TV GUIDE+ system
sets the VCR to record a program.

VOL - or VOL + Decreases or increases the TV's volume.

CH ^ or CH v Scans up or down through the current channel list.
Press once to change the channel up or down; press and hold to
continue changing channels.

INFO Brings up channel information. Press repeatedly to see
detailed program information, if available.

SKIP Pressonce before changing channels and the TV will wait
30 seconds before returning you to the original channel. Press

repeatedly to add more time.

MUTE Reduces the TV's volume to its minimum level. Press
again to restore the volume.

GO BACK Returns yo u to the previous channel.

(0-9) Number Buttons Enters channel numbers and time

settings directly though the remote control. To enter a two-digit

channel, press the two digits. To enter a three-digit channel,

press and hold the first digit, then add the second two. Example:

to tune to channel 123, press and hold 1, press 2, then press 3.

DVD.VCR2 AbDIO

0 0

REVERSE PLAY FORWARD

REC.VCR÷ STOP PAUSE

r- l r-=q C,,-q

NFO CH+ SKIP

CH-

MUTE 50 BACK

:0:0

F_V'INPUT ANTENNA

" O 0 0 I0

CLEAR RESET

PIP _ SOUND

<> D0

MOVESWAP CHCTRL

GUIDE

©

I For more details, see the previous

section, Programming the Remote.

36

FAV-INPUT In TV mode, press to toggle through the available
input sources (VID1, VID2, previous channel). In SAT mode, press

to select available channel lists.

ANTENNA FunctionsasTVNCR button inVCR mode and TV/
receiverbutton inSAT.CABLE mode.

(:LEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and

returns you to TV viewing.

MENU.SELECT Brings up the Main menu. When in the menu
system, selects highlighted items or returns you to the previous
menu. When in VCR mode, it functions as a PROGRAM button.

RESET Resets picture quality controls to the Bright Lighting
Picture Control Preset. Point and select to choose a different

Picture Control Preset.
MOVE (Arrows) Used to point to different items in the menu

system. Also used to adjust the menu controls. Also move the PIP
window when no menus are onthe screen.

PIP Brings up the small picture,in-picture window. Press again to

remove the PIP window.

SOUND Press once to display the audio processor control panel.

Point and select to choose a different processor or press CLEAR to

exit.
SWAP Swaps the main picture with the PIPwindow.
CH CTRL Selects the picture window, (that is, the main or PIP

window) that is changed by the CH ^ (channel up) or CH v
(channel down) buttons.

GUIDE Brings up TV GUIDE Plus+ menus. In SAT.CABLE mode
brings up available on-screen guides.

37

BACK PANEL

INPUT _1 Lets you connect a video component such as a VCR,

satellite receiver, DVD player or laserdisc player.

L/MONO Provides left audio connection. Or, if you are
connecting a mono component, use the L/MONO input. The

left audio connector is usually white.

RIGHT Provides right audio connection. The right audio
connector is usually red.

VIDEO Provides video connection. The video connector is
usually yellow.

S-VIDEO Lets you connect a component with S,Video
capability, such as an S-video satellite receiver, DVD player or
VCR. When using S-Video, make sure to connect the three ,

audiolvideo cables as well as the S-Video connector.

INPUT 2 Provides a connection for a second video component
such as a VCR, satellite receiver, DVD player or laserdisc player.

L/MONO Provides left audio connection. Or, if you are
connecting a mono component, use the LfMONO input. The

left audio connector is usually white.
RIGHT Provides right audio connection. The right audio

connector is usually red.
VIDEO Provides video connection. The video connector is

usually yellow.

ANT (Antenna) Provides connection to a home antenna or cable

TV system.

If you are connectinq a component to
the VIDI'O 1 INPUT and you are using
S-Video, remember to connect the
regular VIDEO 1 INPUT video cable as
well.

Hooking up components isn't hard,
but double-checking the cable and

jack connections may help you avoid

problems.

38

AUDIO OUTPUT Provides variable-.contro ed or fixed-level

stereo audio output.

Variable output is ideal when connecting the TV to an

amplifier that does not have its own volume control or
remote control.

Fixed output is ideal when connecting to an A/V receiver or
amplifier that has its own remote control.

You can choose the type of audio output by selecting the Audio

Output & Speakers control panel in the Audio menu.

VCR CONTROL Lets you connect the TV GUIDE Plus+ controller,
which allows direct control of your cable box and VCR.

To connect an amplified subwoofer to 1

the TV, use the left (L) AUDIO OUTPUT
jack.

39

FRONT PANEL

MENU Brings up the Main menu. When in the menu system, it

selects highlighted items. Also returns you to the previous menu.
CH v Scans down through the current channel list. In the menu

system, it points down to items and adjusts menu controls.
CH ^ Scans up through the channel list. In the menu system, it

points up to items and adjusts menu controls.

VOL - Decreases the volume. When in the menu system, VOL-

is used to point left to items and adjust menu controls.

VOI. + Increases the volume. When in the menu system, VOL + is
used to point right to items and adjust menu controls.

POWER Turns the TV on and off.

r MENU CHV CHA 'VOL "-" VOL÷ POWEFI'_

The fror_t panel above shows a typical
button layout. The exact look of the

buttons may be different from those
on the f='ont of your TV.
If you turn Parental Control on, or
lockout Lhe front panel, the front
panel no longer provides access to

the menus. For more information, see

Parental Control, in the Quick
Referen(:e section.

4O

CHANNEL MARKER

There are several indicators that come up when you change
channels, press the INFO button, or press the TV button. This
display is called the Channel Marker.

12:01 Displays the current time.
CC Displayed when Closed Captioning isavailable on the current

channel.

VCR1 Displays the label assigned to the current channel.
VlD1 Displays the current channel or input channel.
Mute (or Stereo) Mute is displayed when you mute the audio.

Stereo is displayed when the current channel is broadcasting in
Stereo.

SAP Displayed when the current channel is broadcasting SAP
(Second Audio Program) information.

PIP 59 (PIP Chan) Displays the current PIPchannel.
Remote batteries are low Displayed when the batteries in the

remote need to be replaced.

Sleep Displayed when the Sleep Timer has been set.
00"00 Displayed to count down time left on the commercial skip

(SKIP) timer.

iin

I he channel marker shown above is !

just an exanple, of course.

41

_. --

A SHORT GUIDE TO THE MENU SYSTEM _

This section provides a brief explanation of all the

menu commands. These commands are organized in

the chapter by their location in the Main menu.

Audio Contains the controls that let you adjust
the way the TV sounds.

Picture Quality Contains the. controls that let
you adjust the picture.

Screen Contains the controls that let you adjust
the dosed-cap_tion mode and display.

Channel Contains all the commands used to
control your channels, including custom-building

your channel list and setting up your TV to
control the components connected to the TV.

• Time Contains the controls that let you set the
time and schedule the TVto turn off and on at

specific times.

• Parental Controls Contains the controls that

let you block out specific channels and locks the

TV's front panel controls.

• TV GUIDE Plus+ Menu Contains the controls
that let you set up the TV GUIDE Plus+ system,

run a demonstration, or turn the Label & Title

display on and off.
Setup Begins an interactive setup routine that

lets you adjust your TV's menu system, channel

list and how your TV receives signals from other

components.

43

AUDIO MENU

Mute Press MENU to reduce the TV's volume to its minimum
level. Press MENU again to restore the volume.

Tone Controls Displays the slider controls for adjusting the TV':;
treble, bass and balance.

Audio Processor Displays a choice list.of available audio modes,
which control the way the sound comes through your speakers.

Mono Plays the sound in mono only. Use this setting when
receiving broadcasts with 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 TV displays the word STEREOwhen

you tune to a program that is broadcast in stereo.
Second Audio Program (SAP) Plays the program's audio in

a second language, if one isavailable. The TV displays the
word SAP when you tune to a program that is broadcast with

SAP information. SAP audio isbroadcast in mono.

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 This setting turns the TV's
speakers on and allows variable output from the TV's audio
output jacks.

Variable Output, Speakers Off This setting turns the TV's
speakers off and allows variable output from the TV's audio
output jacks.

Fixed Output, Speakers Off This setting turns the TV's
speakers off and allows fixed output from the TV's audio
output jacks.

44

\

PICTURE :QUALITY ,MENU

Basic Picture Controls Displays the five slider controls for

adjusting the way the picture looks.

Contrast Adjusts the difference between the light and dark
areas of the picture.

Color Adjusts the richness of the color.
Tint Adjusts the balance between the red and green levels.

Black Level Adjusts the brightness of the picture.
Sharpness Adjusts the crispnessof edges in the picture.

Auto Color Displays a choice list that lets you turn on the
feature that automatically corrects the color of the picture. (This
isespecially useful for tracking realistic flesh tone colors as you
switch from channel to channel.) Choose On or Off, depending
on your preference. It's your choice.

Color Warmth Displays a choice list that lets you set one of
three automatic color adjustments: Cool for a more blue palette
of picture colors; Normal; and Warm for a more red palette of

picture colors.
Picture Control Presets Displays a choice list that lets you

select one of three preset picture settings: Bright Lighting,

Normal Lighting or Soft Lighting. Choose the setting that is best

for your viewing environment.

Video Noise Reduction Displays a choice list that lets you turn
on the feature that automatically reduces noise, or "snow," from

the picture.

\

[ J

Pressthe llESET button, on the remote
to bring ut_the Picture Control Presets

choice list Point to the desired setting;
press MEI_IU to select i1:.

i

45

SCREEN MENU

Closed-Caption Display Displays a choice list that lets you
choose the way closed captioning information isshown on the

screen.

Off No captioning information displayed.
On Always Captioning information shown always, when

available.
On When Sound is Muted Displays captioning

information, when available, whenever the TV's sound is
muted by pressing the MUTE button. The captioning
information is not displayed when the sound is not muted.

Closed-Caption Mode Displays a choice list that lets you
choose which captioning mode is used for displaying captioning

information.

Menu Language Displays a choice list that lets you select your

preferred language: English, Spanish or French.

Picture Tilt (31" screen size or above only) Your TV has an
extra-large picture tube (31" or above), which makes it

vulnerable to the effects of the Earth's magnetic field. You may

need to adjust the picture tilt. Use the left and right adjust the
picture tilt.

46

CHANNEL MENU

Signal Type Displays a choice list that lets,you select the

current antenna type. This option does not appear when the TV
GUIDE Plus+ system is set up.

UHF/VHF Antenna Choose this if you are currently using an

off-air antenna for TV signals.
Cable TV Choose this if you are currently using cable or a

cable box for TV signals.

Auto Channel Search Tells the TV to search automatically for

all the channels available through the antenna input. When the
TV finds an active channel, it places it in the channel list; inactive
channels (weak stations or channels with no signal at all) will be

removed from the channel list.

List and Labels Displays a control panel that lets you custom-

build your Normal channel list and choose a six-character label
for each channel. Follow the on-screen directions to enter your
channels and other information.

Chan# Use the up and down arrows to scroll up and down
through the channel scan list. You can enter the channel

number directly using the number buttons.

Normal List Only the channels included inthe Normal list
are available when you scan up and down using the CHAN
buttons. Use the up and down arrows to indicate whether
the channel number indicated is included (Yes) or is not
included (No) in the Normal channel list.

Chan Labels Use the up and down arrows to enter a six-
character label'for each channel. Hold the button down to

scroll quickly through the characters. Press RESETto clear a
label. The TM can store up to 27 labels in memory,

Channel Directory Displays all of the labeled channels. In the
Channel Directory control panel, you can select a channel by
entering the channel number, or by pressing MENU to return to

the current channel. This option does not appear when the TV

GUIDE Plus+ system is set up.

47

(Channel Menu continued)

Auto Tuning Displays a choice list that lets you set up the TV to

automatically tune to the correct input channel when you press a
component button (VCR1, DVDoVCR2, or SAT,CABLE).

Set'VCR 1 Channel Displays a choice list that letsyou select

the channel that the TV tunes to when you press the VCR1

button.

Set DVD/VCR 2 Channel Displays a choice list that lets you
select the channel that the TV tunes to when you press the

DVDeVCR2 button.
Set SATICable Channel Displays a choice list that lets you

select the channel that the TV tunes to when you press the

SAT.CABLE button.

The choices are:

Not Connected Choose this if you do not have a
component connected to an antenna or video input on the
back of the TV, or if you don't want the TV to tune to a
channel when the particular component button ispressed.

Channel 2 (SAT/Cable only) Choose this if your component
is connected to the antenna jack on the back of the TV, and

you want the TV to tune to channel 2 when you press the

specified component button. Reminder: Make sure the
component's Ch 2/3/4 switch isset to channel 2.

Channel 3 Choose this if your component is connected to

the antenna jack on the back of the TV, and you want the TV
to tune to channel 3 when you press the specified

component button. Reminder: Make sure the component's
Ch 3/4 switch is set to channel 3.

Channel 4 Choose this if your component is connected to
the antenna jack on the back of the TV, and you want the TV
to tune to channel 4 when you press the specified
component button. Reminder: Make sure the component's
Ch 3/4 switch is set to channel 4.

Video 1 Input Choose this if your component isconnected
to the Video 1 jacks on the back of the TV and you want the
TV to tune to Video1 input when you press the specified

component button.
Video 2 Input Choose this if your component isconnected

to the Video 2 jacks on the back of the TV and you want the
TV to tune to Video 2 input when you press the specified

component button.

48

TIMEMENU

Sleep Timer Displays a control panel that lets you select the

amoun;_ of time you want to give the TV before it shuts itself off.
schedule Displays a control panel that lets you set up a

schedule for turning the TV on and off automatically. Make
sure to turn the schedule On. The on-screen directions guide
you through the steps needed to set the schedule.

Set Time Displays a control panel that lets you enter the
current time. The on-screen directions guide you through the
steps needed to set the time.

49

PARENTAL CONTROLS MENU

Displays the menu items that let you adjust the Parental Controls

feature.

Parent Approved Channels Displays a control panel that lets
you decide what channels can be viewed or selected using the

TV's front panel controls.

Chart # Use the up and down arrows to scroll up and down

through the channel scan list. You can enter the channel

number directly using the number buttons.

Parent Approved Use the up and down arrows to choose
whether the channel indicated should be shown when the

Channel Block feature isturned on. Select Yes to indicate
that the channel can be shown at any time, regardless of

whether Channel Block isturned on. Select No to indicate
that the front panel cannot tune to that channel when

Channel Block isturned on. Important: You must turn the
Channel Block feature on. (See Channel Block, below.)

Channel Block Displays a control panel that lets you decide
when a channel can be viewed.

Off All channels are available
On Always The front panel CH (channel) buttons will

tune only to channels that you have marked as "Parent
Approved." The remote will still tune to any channel.

Scheduled Selected channels will be blocked out
between start and stop times you enter in the control
panel. The front panel CH (channel) buttons will tune only
to channels that you have marked as "Parent Approved."

The remote will still tune to any channel.

Front Panel Lockout Displays a control panel that lets you lock

(disable) the TV's front control panel, or unlock (enable) the TV's

front control panel The remote will still tune to any channel.

If you can't access a channel or use

the TV's front panel control, maybe

you've torgotten to "turn off a
parentaE control. Check the Channel

Block arid Front Panel Lockout control
panels.

5O

TV GUIDE PLUS+-

TV GUIDE Plus+ Setup Displays the TV GUIDE Plus+ setup

screen.

Setup Setting up the TV GUIDE Plus+ system isdetailed

earlier in Interactive Setup.

Demo Runs the TV GUIDE Plus+ demonstration.
Select Channels Allows you to choose which channels

appear in the TV GUIDE Plus+ program schedule.

TV Guide Plus+ Label & Title Displays the TV GUIDE Plus+

Label & Title menu.

On Displays the station name and shows title when you
change channels.

Off Disables the Label & Title feature.

Continuous Demo Runs the TV GUIDE Plus+ demonstration

until it is turned off.

51

SETUP MENU

The setup routine is detailed earlier in the manual in the

Interactive Setup section.

52

THIS SECTIONS DETAILS SOME OF THETV'S

IMPO RTANT F EATU R ES:

• TV GUIDE Plus+ operation ,_

• PIP (Picture'in-Picture)Operation

• Choosing an audio processor

• Using closed captioning

• Displaying on-screen program
details

For more about the different menus 1

and control panels in the menu system,
see the (Quick Reference section.

53

TV GUIDE PLUS+ OPERATION

The TV GUIDE Plus+ system offers four different menus for

browsing program listings: SURF,NEXT, SCAN, and SORT.

1. Press GUIDE to bring up the TV GUIDE Plus+ display.

_:H, II

WABC 5 Cosby
WGN 9 Baseball-Cubs vs Braves
WNBC 4 Simple Pleasures

WCBS 12 Jerry Springer

WTRW 17 Weaving Today

WJAX 34 The Ubiquitious G-Men
WIMT 42 You Bet Your Life

2. To choose a menu, select CHOICE. The Surf Menu comes up
by default.

3. Use the left and right arrows to access another menu. Press
MENU to select your choice.

Surf Menu

The Surf Menu displays the current program on each channel.
The live program displayed in the video window changes as you
surf channel listings.

WABC 5 Cosby
WGN 9 Baseball-Cubs vs Braves

_BC 4 Simple Pleasures
WCBS ii Jerry Springer
WTRW 17 Weaving Today
WJAX 34 The Ubiquitious G-Men
WIMT 42 You Bet Your Life

• Use the up and down arrows to surf channel listings.

• To select another menu, use the left and right arrows, and
then press MENU.

• Press GUIDE or CLEAR to exit the TV GUIDE Plus+ system.

Pressing GUIDE changes to the last channel highlighted.
Pressing CLEAR returns to the original channel.

Channel Mappincl

If more "Ihan one cable company
services your area, you may be
prompted with this Channel Mapping

screen after the first TV GUIDE Plus+
download. You will need to identify
your cable company by selecting the
correct _:hannel numbers for the
stations in question.

LEFT RIGHT

1. Determine the correct channels for

the _tations. Check your local
listings if you are not sure.

2. Sele<t LEFTor RIGHTto change the
charLnel group.

3. Select SELECTwhen the correct

channel group is highlighted.

54

,

|

,°

Next Menu

The Next Menu displays the programs on a selected channel

from the current time to midnight of the next day.

_ WNBC CH 4

12:30p The Flintstones

l:00p Tom and Jerry
l:30p Jenny Jones
2:30p Surprise, Surprise
3:30p Extra!
4:00p Roseanne

Use the up and down arrow buttons to move through the
schedule. An asterisk after the time indicates that the

program is scheduled for tomorrow.
Use the right and left arrows to select a different menu, or

press GUIDE or CLEAR to exit the IV GUIDE Plus+ system.

Scan Menu

The Scan Menu shows programming schedules for all channels

from the current time to midnight on the following day.

4:30p 5:00p

WGN 9 Baseball-Cubs vs Braves
"_[BC 4 Simple Pleasures,
WCBS ii Extreme Dieting

WTRW 17 Tomorrow Never Knows

WJA]4 34 Sculpture Review
WIMT 42 YOU Bet Your Life

Use the left and right arrows to select the time of day,

Use the up and down arrows to move through the schedule.

The channel displayed in the video window remains on the

initial channel.

Select SURFto return to the surf menu, or press GUIDE or
CLEAR to exit the TV GUIDE Plus+ system.

The Info Center

If this icon _appears in the program
information, you may access
additional information about that

program b'! pressing INFO. This

feature is available in all four menus.

Even if the_icon isn't displayed,
pressing II_IFOwill show a PlusCode
programm ing number which allows

you to program your VCR to record

using VCR Plus+.
PressINFO a second time to return to

the TV GUIDE Plus+ menu.
Alternately, you will find the Info

Center in the Surf and Sort menus.
Select it to view additional
information.

Along with additional programming
information, the Info Center may
contain iinformation on local events,
or on the 7_/GUIDE Plus+ system
itself. Information contained in the

info center will vary from area to
area, so not all of these options may
be available to you at this time.

PressINFO to exit back to the menu.

55

Sort Menu
The Sort Menu lets you browse programs by category. The channel

you are currently tuned to is displayed in the video window and by

name. :

SURF

_ovies

Children

Info Center

1. Use the up and down arrows to select a category. In this ex-
ample we'll choose Sports. A listing of subcategories comes up.

SURF

All Racing

Baseball Skating
_'_ Skiing
Boxing Soccer
Equestrian Tennis
Football Track
Golf Water Sports
Hockey Wrestling

.

Use the up and down arrows to select a subcategory, in this

example Basketball. The message, "Searching in progress.

Please Wait" comes up.

PgDn PgUp BACK

_ .... :=-_=7: '.... ___==--. IIII ql

College Basketball 7 :00p WTTV
NBA Basketball 8:00p TNT

.

56

.

When the listing comes up, select PgDn to view more entries.

Seven days of programming are listed in the Sort Menu.
Select SURFto return to the surf menu, or press GUIDE or

CLEAR to exit the TV GUIDE Plus+ system.

Customizing Your Channel

Listing

You may ,:ustomize the channel

listing by enabling or disabling the
display ot certain charmels. For

instance, you may disable channels
that you never watch. You can restore

disabled channels at a later point in
time, of course.

1. From the TV's Main Menu, select
TV Guide Plus+ Menu.

2. Select TV Guide Plus+ Setup. The

TV GUIDE Plus+ menu comes up.

3. Selec< Select Channels.

TV (]UIDE Plus+ Select •Channels

_[qB<

WkB< WWOR
W,3N
WPRW
E_P]'
WRA!'
WITh}[

,

5.

Use the up and down arrows to
select a channel.

Select ENABLE dr DISABL to add
or remove a channel from the

guide's listing. Note that this
bul._on's name changes
depending on the activation
status of the sele(._ed channel.

6. Select EXITwhen you are

finiished.

Selected channels will be added or
removed from the list: during the next

download.

m

Sort Menu Options

PgDn shows more listings
PgUp returns to the previous screen.
BACK allows you to select another

category to sort.

One-Button Recording
TheTVGUIDEplus+systemallowsone-buttonrecordingif you

haveconnected the IR controller to your VCR. See First Things

First for more details on connecting the IR controller.

1. Press GUIDE to bring up the TV GUIDE Plus+ menu.

SURF REVIEW EXIT

I

, --' --

WABC 5 Cosby

WGN 9 Baseball-Cubs vs Braves

WCBS ii Jerry Sprznger
_"rRW 17 Weaving Today
WJAX 34 The Ubiquitious G-Men
WIMT 42 You Bet Your Life

2.3.Select a program to record. You may choose a program from

any of the four browsing menus.

Press REC,VCR+. A screen confirming your selection comes
up.

SURF DAILY WEEKLY

Plus Code # 12345 , for
Simple Pleasures WNBC 4

To RecordSelect

4. Select a recording option: DALLY, ONCE, or WEEKLY.

SURF REVIEW EXIT

Simple Pleasures WNBC 4

Thisshow is pro_ra_ed
to be recorded:

Remember to turn your VCR off.

5. Insert a blank tape into your VCR and turn it off.

Recordincl Options

DAILY records the same program

Monday through Friday.

ONCE records only on that day.
WEEKLY records the program each

,week at the same time.

REVIEW displays a list o,f programs
set to be recorded. You may delete
programs, from this list.

Tip: You (:all record the program you
are currently watching by simply

pressing REC°VCR+.

57

PIP (PICTURE-IN-PICTURE) OPERATION

The PIP (picture-in-picture) feature lets you display a second,
smaller picture on top of the main picture.

A BRI EF EXPLANATION

Your TV is equipped with a single tuner that tunes to cable or
off-air television signals. The PIP feature on your TV requires a
second video source, like a VCR or satellite receiver to supply the
second picture to the screen. The PIP feature also requires
connecting the second video source to the TV with audio/video

Cables.

Main Picture

PIP Buttons

There are seven remote buttons that control the way'the PIP
window works:

PIP Brings up the PIPwindow. Press PIP again to remove the

window.

MOVE buttons Let you move the PIPwindow to different areas
of the screen.

SWAP Switches, or "swaps," the video from the PIPwindow

with the main picture.
CH CTRL (Channel Control) Lets you switch channel control

between the PIP window and the main picture.

pip

SWA_ _ MOVE

_m

CHCTRL

ii

A typical use of SWAP isto scan

through channels in the PIP window,

and when you find a channel you like,
press SWAP to display that channel in

the main picture, sending the current

channel to the PIP wiindow.

58

Using the PIP Feature

While you may use PIP in different ways, this basic PIPscenario
should get you started. While watching the TV, follow these steps

to use your VCR to supply the picture for PIR

1. Press the PIPbutton on the remote. The PIP window appears
on the screen. Notice the channel marker at the bottom of
the screen displays the current PIP channel, not the main
picture channel.

2. Turn on the VCR and tune the PIP channel to receive the VCR
signal (Video1 or Video2).

.

Tip: You can turn the VCR on and tune to the VCR channel

with the press of a button. For example, if you program the

Autotune feature, you can tune to the Video1 input channel
when you press the VCR1 button on the remote. In PIP mode,
pressing the VCR1 button tunes the PIP window to the
Video1 input channel.

Use the channel up and down buttons and the other PIP
buttons, MOVE, SWAP and CH CTRLto adjust the two
pictures.

PIP Problems?

Make sure the remote is in the right mode. For example,

once you turn on the VCR with the VCR1 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 button. If your cable or off-air
antenna goes into your VCR or satellite receiver, then into
your TV, try pressing the antenna or TV button on the front
of the component.

Tip: If programmed to control your VCR, the ANTENNA

button on the remote acts as a TV/VCR button.
Check the connections. PIPrequires a second video source,

like a VCR or satellite receiver, connected to your TV with
audio/video cables. If you use a cable box, you may need

extra equipment. Contact your cable company for more

information,

i ,i i i

F--

CABLE OR ANTf NNA

VCR 1

I 8

-%

T

, )

e

To see a different picture in the PIP

window, you must connect another
video source, like a VCR. This

connection also requires audio/video
cables.

You can program the TV to tune to a
specific channel when you press the
VCR1, SAT-CABLE, and DVDeVCR2
buttons. This is an easy way to tune

the PIPwindow to the correct video
input channel.

Check out the Autotuning feature in
the Interactive Setup and Quick

reference sections.

S9

CHOOSING AN AUDIO PROCESSOR

Changing the audio processor changes the way your TV sounds.

There are two ways to change the audio processor: a) from the

Audio menu, and b) bypressing SOUND on the remote. For
more, see Audio menu in the Quick Reference section.

Choosing an audio processor from the Audio menu

1. Press MENU to bring up the Main menu.

.

3.

.

Press MENU again to select the Audio menu.
Point to Audio Processor and press MENU. The Audio

Processor choice list comes up, with the current mode
highlighted.

Point to an audio processor mode and press MENU to select it
and return to the Audio menu. The options are:

Mono Plays the sound in mono only.
Stereo Splits the incoming stereo audio signal into left and

right channels.
second Audio Program (SAP) Plays the program's audio in

a second language, if one isavailable. Setting the audio

processor to SAPtells the TV to play the program's audio in

this second language, if one isavailable.

Choosing an audio processor from the remote

1. Press SOUND to display the audio processo.r choice list.

2. Point to and select a different audio processor or I_ressCLEAR
to exit.

6O

CLOSED CAPTIONING

Ivlany programs are encoded with closed captioning information,
which lets you display the audio portion of a program as text on
_[heTV screen. You can tell the TV to display closed captioning:
a) never, b) whenever it is available, or c) whenever the program

is muted.

TO DISPLAY CLOSED CAPTIONING

1. Press MENU to bring up the Main menu.

2. Point to Screen and press MENU. The Screen menu comes up
with Closed-Caption Display highlighted.

3. Press MENU to select Closed-Caption Display.

.

Off No closed captioning information will be displayed.

On Always Closed captioning will be displayed whenever it

is available.

On when sound is muted Closed captioning will be
displayed only when you have muted the sound by pressing
the MUTE button.

Point to your choice and press MENU to select it and return

to the Screen menu.

Closed captioning is not available on
all channels at all times. Only specific
programs encoded with closed
captioning information are applicable.
When a program is closed captioned,
the letters CC are displayed in the
channel marker.

61

CLOSED CAPTIONING MODES

The TV offers eight closed-captioned modes, including four text
modes.

To Set the Closed-Captioning Mode:

I. Select Screen from the Main menu

2. Point to Closed-Caption Mode and press MENU. This choice
list comes up:

3. Point to your choice and press MENU to select it and return

to the Screen menu.

Turning off Closed Captioning

1. Select Screen from the Main menu.

2. Press MENU to select Closed-Caption Display

3. Point to Off and press MENU. The closed captioning is turned
off and you are returned to the Screen menu.

If you are unsure of.the differences

among the modes, you may prefer to

leave the closed captioned mode set
to CC1, which displays complete text
of the program in the primary
language in your area.

62

ON-SCREEN PROGRAM DETAILS

Program providers have the option of sending information
through the airwaves along with their programs. If this
information is available, the TV can display it up when you press

INFO on the remote. To display the on-screen program details:

I. Press INFO once to bring up the channel marker.

2. Press INFO again to bring up the program title, the program's

length and elapsed time.

3. Press INFO again to bring up other program details such as

the story line and whether Closed-Captioning is available.

4. Press INFO again to clear the screen.
Whether all (or any) of the program details are displayed

depends on whether the program provider has sent the
information along with the program.

63

k

THINGS TO DO BEFORE CONNECTING

COMPONENTS

Protect your components from power surges

• Connect all components before plugging any power
cords into the wall outlet.

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

POSITION CABLES CORRECTLY TO AVOI D

AUDIO HUM OR INTERFERENCE

Insert all cable plugs firmly into their jacks.
Place the audio/video cables to the sides of the TV's
back panel instead of straight down the middle after

you connect your components.

• Try not to coil any twin-lead cables and keep them
away from the audio/video cables as much as possible.

• Make sure all antennas and cables are properly

grounded. Refer to the Safety Tips sheet packed with

your TV.

PROTECT YOUR COMPONENTS FROM

OVE RH EATI NG

Do not block ventilation holes in any of'the
components. Arrange the components so that air can
circulate freely,

• Do not stack components.

• Allow adequate ventilation when placing your

components in a stand.

Place an amplifier on the top shelf of the stand so
heated air rising from it will not flow around other

components.

i i

Important:
This section assumes that you have

already used the Interactive Setup
and programmed the remote.

65

TV AND MONO VCR

(CONN ECTION A)

This information applies to Connection A in the Connections

/

Foldout.

Connection A provides:

• stereo sound from broadcast programs

• mono sound from VCR

• Picture in Picture (PIP)

• watch one channel on TV while recording another channel

To use this connection you must have:

• (2) audio/video cables

• (2) coaxial cables

To connect:

1. Connect cables as shown in Connection A.

2. Return to First Things First, then follow the steps in the
Interactive Setup.

USING CONNECTION A

To watch TV programs:

1. Turn VCR off.

2. Press TV and tune to a channel.

To record one program and watch another:

1. Press VCR1 and tune to a channel.

2. Begin recording.

3. Make sure the TV/VCR switch on the VCR is set to TV.

4. Press TV and tune to a channel.
To play a tape on the VCR:

1. PressVCR1.

2. Press PLAY.

66

CABLE, CABLE!BOX, OR ANTENNA

VCR 1

I OUT

VIDEO AUDIO

n

I

IN FROM ANT I

CH4 I_

CH3

I

OUT TO "_'

e

)

_ CABLE/

ANTENNA

See Connections Foldout,

Connection A

i

TV AND STEREO VCR

(COI INECTION B)

This information applies to Connection B in the Connections
Foldout.

Connection B provides:

• stereo sound from broadcast programs

• stereo sound from VCR

• Picture in Picture (PIP)
: watch one channel on TV while recording another channel

To use this connection you must have:

• (2) coaxial cables

• (3) audio/video cables

• (1) S-Video cable (optional)

To connect:

1. Connect cables as shown in Connection B.

2. Return to First Things First, then follow the steps in the
Interactive Setup.

USING CONNECTION B

To watch TV programs:

1. Turn VCR off.

2. Press TV and tune to a channel.

To record one program and watch another:

1. PressVCR1 and tune to a channel.

2. Begin recording.

3. Make sure the TV/VCR switch on the VCR is set to TV.

4. Press TV and tune to a channel.

To play a tape on the VCR:

1. PressVCR1.

2. Press PLAY.

CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA

VCR 1

See Connections Foldout,

Connection B

67

TV, VCR AND DVD PLAYER

(CONNECTION C)

This information applies to Connection Cin the Connections

Foldout.

Connection C provides:

• stereo sound from broadcast programs

• stereo sound from VCR

• Picture in Picture (PIP)

• watch one channel on TV while recording another channel

To use this connection you must have:

• (2) coaxial cable

• (6) audio/video cables

• (1) S-Video cable (optional)

To connect:

1_ Connect cables as shown in Connection C.

2. Return to First Things First, then follow the steps in the
Interactive Setup.

USING CONNECTION C

To watch TV programs:

1. Turn VCR off.

2. Press TV and tune to a channel.

To record one program and watch another:

1. Press VCR1 and tune to a channel.

2. Begin recording.

3. Make sure the TVNCR switch on the VCR is set to TV.

4. PressTV and tune to a channel.

To play a tape on the VCR:

1. PressVCR1.

2. Press PLAY.

To play a disc:

1. Press DVDoVCR2.

2. Press PLAY.

68

CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA

VCR 1

See Connections Foldout,

Connection C

TV AND (2) VCRS

,(CONNECTION D)

This information applies to Connection D in the Connections

Foldout.

Connection D provides:

• stereo sound from broadcast programs

• stereo sound from VCR

• Picture in Picture (PIP)

• watch one channel on TV while recording another channel

• record from one VCR to the other

To use this connection you must have:

• (3) coaxial cable

• (6) audio/video cables

• (1) S-Video cable (optional)

To connect:

1. Connect cables as shown in Connection D.

2. Return toFirst Things First, then follow the steps in the
Interactive Setup.

You can record from one tape
to another (tape dubbing):

1. Insert original tape into VCR2.

2. Insert blank tape into VCR1.

3. PressVCR1.

4. Set VCR to line input (for more, see
your VCR User Manual).

5. Press RECORDto begin recording.

6. Press DVD•VCR2, then press PLAY.

7. If you want to watch a different
channel, set both the TV/VCR
switch on both VCRs to TV; press
TV; then tune to a channel.

Note: The unauthorizecl recording
of satellite broadcasts, l:elevision
programs, or other copyrighted
materials rnay infringe the rights

of others.

USING CONNECTION D

To watch TV programs:

1. Turn VCR off.

2. Press TV and tune to a channel,

To record one program and watch another:

.

2.

3.

4.

5.

To play a tape on the VCR:

1. PressVCR1.

2. Press PLAY.

Turn VCR2 off.

Press VCR1 and tune to a channel.
Begin recording.

Make sure the TV/VCR switch on the VCR1 is set to TV.
Press TV and tune to a channel.

CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA

VCR 1 -- _ --

IN F_OM ANT CH3

OUT IN

I

IN FROM ANT

OUT CH3

OIJT TO TV

See Connections Foldout,

Connection D

, 69

TV AND DVD PLAYER

(CONNECTION E)

This information applies to Connection E in the Connections

Foldout.

Connection E provides:

• stereo sound from broadcast programs

• Picture in Picture (PIP)

To use this connection you must have:

• (1) coaxial cable

• (3) audio/video cables

• (1) S-Video cable (optional}

To connect:

1. Connect cables as shown in Connection E.

2. Return to First Things First, then follow the steps in the
Interactive Setup.

USING CONNECTION E

To watch 13/programs:

1. Press TV and tune to a channel.

To play a disc:

1. Press DVD*VCR2.

2. Press PLAY.

CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA

DVD PLAYER

See Connectiolns Foldout,

Connection E

7O

TV AND SATELLITE RECEIVER
(CONNECTION F)

This information applies to Connection F in the Connections

Foldout.

Connection F provides:

• stereo sound from broadcast programs

• stereo sound from the satellite receiver

• Picture in Picture (PIP)

To use this connection you must have:

• (3) coaxial cable

• (3) audio/video cables

• (1) S-Video cable (optional)

• stereo sound from satellite programming

To connect:

1. Connect cables as shown in Connection F.

2. Return to First Things First, then follow the steps in the
Interactive Setup.

USING CONNECTION F

To watch TV programs:

1. Turn satellite receiver off.

2. PressTV and tune to a channel.

To watch satellite programming:

1. Press SAT.CABLE and tune to a channel.

CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA

SATELLITE SIGNAL

SATELLITE RECEIVER

See Connections F:oldout,

Connection F

71

TV, VCR, AND SATELLITE RECEIVER

(CONNECTION G)

This information applies to Connection G in the Connections
Foldout.

Connection G provides:

• stereo sound from broadcast programs

• stereo sound from VCR

• Picture in Picture (PIP)

• watch one channel on TV while recording another channel

To use this connection you must have:

• (4) coaxial cable

• (6) audio/video cables

• (1) S-Video cable (optional)
To connect:

1. Connect cables as shown in Connection G.

2. Return to First Things First, then follow the steps in the
Interactive Setup.

USING CONNECTION G

To watch TV programs:

1. Turn VCR and satellite receiver off.

2. Press TV and tune to a channel.

To watch Satellite programming:

1. Press SAT•CABLE and tune to a channel.

To record off-air broadcasts and watch a different channel:

1. Turn satell_e receiver off.

2. Press VCR1 and tune to a channel.

3. Begin recording.

4. To watch another channel, make sure the TV/VCR switch on
the VCR is set to TV; then press TV and tune to a channel.

To play a tape on the VCR:

1. Press VCR1 and then press PLAY.

CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA

SATELLITE RECEIVER

SATELLITE _IGNAL

See Connections Foldout,

Connection G

72

"rv, VCR, SATELLITE RECEIVER,'AND DVD

PLAYER (CONNECTION H)

This information applies to Connection H in the Connections

l:oldout.
Connection H provides:

I' stereo sound from broadcast programs

• stereo sound from VCR

• Picture in Picture (PIP)

• watch one channel on TV while recording another channel

To use this connection you must have:

• (4) coaxial cable

• (6) audiolvideo cables

• (I) S-Video cable (optional)

To connect:

I. Connect cables as shown in Connection H.

2. Return to First Things First, and do the Interactive Setup.

USING CONNECTION H

To watch 1_/programs:

I. Turn VCR and satellite receiver off.

2. Press TV and tun'e to a channel.

To watch satellite, programming:

1. Press SAToCABLE and tune to a channel.

To record off-air (cable or antenna) broadcasts and watch
a different channel:

1. Turn satellite receiver off.

2. Press VCR1 and tune to a channel.

3. Press RECORD to begin recording.

4. To watch another channel, make sure the TV/VCR switch on
the VCR is set to TV; then press TV and tune to a channel.

To play a tape on the VCR:

1. PressVCR1 and then press PLAY.

To play a disc:

I. Press DVD,VCR2 and then press PLAY.

CABLE, CABLE 8OX, OR ANTENNA

SA_ELLI'rE SIGNAL

SATELLITE REcFIvI'R

OUT

S-VIDEO VIDEO R L

DVD PI _ _R

i OUT

oLrrPuT

i

OUT TO TV _;ATEI.EITE

_N FROM ANT OH3

c.Z

OUT TO TV

e CABLE/

ANTENNA

See Connections Foldout,

Connection H

73

"IV, (2) VCRS, AND SATELLITE RECEIVER

(CONNECTION I)

This information applies to Connection I in the Connections

Foldout.

Connection I provides:

• stereo sound from broadcast programs

• stereo sound from VCR

• Picture in Picture (PIP)

• watch one channel on TV _vhile recording another channel

To use this connection you must have:

• (5) coaxial cable

• (9) audio/video cables

• (1) S-Video cable (optional)

To connect:

1. Connect cables as shown in Connection I.

2. Return to First Things First, then follow the steps in the
Interactive Setup.

USING CONNECTION I

74

To watch TV programs:

1. Turn VCR and satellite receiver and laserdisc player off.

2. Press TV and tune to a channel.

To watch Satellite programming:

1. Press SAToCABLE and tune to a channel.

To record from one VCR to the other (tape dubbing):

1. Turn satellite receiver off.

2. Insert original tape into VCR2.

3. Insert blank tape into VCR1.

4. Press VCR1.

5. Set VCR to line input (for more, see your VCR User Manual).

6. Press RECORDto begin recording.

7. Press DVD.VCR2, then press PLAY.

8. If you want to watch a different channel, set the TV/VCR
switch on both VCRsto TV; press TV; then tune to a channel.

CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTFNNA

SATELLITE

SATELLITE: RECEIVER

O CABLE/ANTENNA

See Connections Foldout,

Connection I

To record off-air (cable or antenna) broadcasts and watch

a different channel:

1. Turn off VCR2.

2. Insert blank tape into VCR1.
3 Press VCR1 and tune to a channel.

4. Press RECORD to begin recording

5. To watch another channel, make sure the TVNCR switch on
the VCR is set to TV; then press TV and tune to a channel.

To play a tape on VCRI:

1. Press VCR1 and then press PLAY.

others.

CONNECTnNG AUDIO COMPONENTS

CONNECTING A STEREO AMPLIFIER

,

.

Connect the amplifier's TV audio inputs to the left (L) and
right (R) AUDIO OUTPUT jacks.

You may prefer to turn off the TV's internal speakers by
selecting Audio Output and Speakers from the Audio menu,
then turning the speakers off.

If your audio amplifier is part of a system that uses its own
remote control, you may prefer to select the fixed output
settings.

Important: Do not use the amplifier's PHONO inputs. If the
amplifier is not stereo, use the left (L) AUDIO OUT jack.
Consult the amplifier's owner's manual for the
manufacturer's recommended hookup.

CONNECTING A SUBWOOFER

To connect a subwoofer to the TV:

1. Connect the subwoofer's audio input to the left (L) AUDIO
OUT jack.

CONNECTING A TAPE DECK

To use a tape deck to record audio from TV:

1. Connect the tape deck's audio inputs to the AUDIO OUTPUT

j'acks on the back of the TV.

76

CONNECTING A CAMCORDER FOR

PLAYBACK

This connection is recommended for playing back from the
camcorder to the TV:

I,

.

Connect the camcorder's audiolvideo outputs to the INPUT 1
or INPUT 2 audio and video jacks on the TV.

Press INPUT on the remote until the channel marker displays
VID1.

3. Start playback on the camcorder.

PLAYBACK FROM AN S-VHS CAMCORDER

To connect a camcorder with S-Video capability:

1. Connect an S-Video cable from the camcorder to the S-VIDEO
jack on the TV.

2. Connect the camcorder's audio/video outputs to the INPUT 1

audio and video jacks on the TV.

3. Press INPUT on the remote until the channel rnarker displays
VID1.

4. Start playback on the camcorder.

-/'7

TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubles sometimes are caused by simple "faults" that you can correct wi,thout the help of a service technician.

If you experience any difficulty with your TV, check a few basic remedies before calling your service technician.

will not turn onTV

• Check to make sure it is plugged in.

• Check the wall receptacle (or extension cord) to make,sure it is "live" by plugging in somethi_,g else.

• Maybe batteries in remote control are "dead."

• Maybe remote control is not aimed at remote sensor.

• The front panel controls may be locked (disabled). Use the remote control 1:ounlock the front panel
controls by selecting the Front Panel Lockout in the Parental Controls menu and choosingl Unlock.

Controls don't work

• If using remote control, make sure remote is in TV mode by first pressing TV button.

• Try unplugging set for two minutes and then plug it back in and turn it on agaim

• The front panel MENU button may be disabled. Use the remote control to turn off channel brooking. Select
Channel Block in the Parental Controls menu and choose Off.

Problems with Remote

• Maybe something is between the remote and the remote sensor.

• Maybe the remote is not aimed directly at the component (TV or VCR) you are trying to control.

• Maybe remote is not in TV Mode. Press the TV button so remote will control "IV.

• Maybe batteries in remote are weak, dead or installed incorrectly. Try replacing batteries. (Note, if you
remove the batteries, you may have reprogram the remote to control other components.)

• Remove batteries and hold number 1 for at least 60 seconds to drain the mi<-roprocessor inside the remote.
Release number 1, replace the batteries, and (if necessary) reprogram the remote.

• Remove all batteries for approximately 12 hours. Then replace batteries a_nd(if necessary) reprogram the
remote.

Turns off while playing

• Schedule function may have been activated.

• Electronic proteCtion circuit may have been activated because of a power surge. Wait 30 seconds and then
turn on again. If thi s happens frequently, the voltage in your house may be abnormally higl_ or low.

TV Turns on unexpectedly

• Schedule On function may have been activated.

7_

Blank screen

• Maybe the device connected to the input jacks is not turned on.

• Try another channeL.

• Press RESET,in case the picture controls are set too low.

No sound, picture okay

• Maybe sound is muted_ Try pressing volume up button to restore sound.

• Maybe speakers are turned off. Check the Audio Output and Speakers control panel in the Audio menu.

• If using an S-VHS component, remember to also connect the component's L and R AUDIO OLIT jacks to the
TV's Land R INPUT 1 jacks.

Can't select certain channel

• Channel may be blocked or not approved in the Parental Controls menu.

• If using a VCR, check to make sure the TV/VCR switch on the VCR is in the correct position.

Noisy stereo reception

• May be a weak station. Use SOUND button to change to mono mode instead of stereo.

No

picture, no sound but TV is on

Maybe the cabLe/air function is set to the wrong position.
Maybe a vacant channel is tuned.
If watching VCR (connected only through antenna input), make sure TV istuned to channel 3 or 4 - same as

CH3/4 switch on VCR. Also check to make sure TV/VCR switch on VCR is in correct position.

Sound okay, picture poor

• Check antenna connections.

• Try adjusting sharpness function to improve weak signals.

Black Box appears on the screen

• Captioning may be turned on. Check the Closed-Caption Display control panel in the Channel menu.

TV GUIDE Plus+ IR Controllers not working

• Check to make sure the controllers are positioned correctly over the IR remote sensors.

• Your remote may be interfering with the IR controller. Place a piece of dark tape over the IR col_troller.

• TV GUIDE Plus+ control of cable box is slower than direct control of the box itself. Keep this in mind when
changing channels.

7q

What your warranty covers:

• Any defect in materials or workmanship.
For how long after your purchase:

• One year for labor charges.

• One year for parts.

• Two years for picture tube.

(The 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 Servicenter the labor charges to repair your television.

• Pay any Authorized RCA Television Servicenter for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement parts
and picture tube required to repair your television.

How you get service:

• Request home service from any Authorized RCATelevision Servicenter. To identify, your nearest Authorized
RCA Television Servicenter, ask your dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-336-1900.

• Show the service technician your evidence of purchase date 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 additional information should be obtained from your dealer.)

Installation and related adjustments.

Signal reception problems not caused by your television.

Damage from misuse or neglect.
Batteries.

Images burnt onto the screen.

A television that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for instituti[onal or other
commercial purposes.

• A television purchased or serviced outside the USA.

• Acts of God, such as but not limited to lightning damage.

Product Registration:

• Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your television. It Will make it easier
to contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.

How state law relates to this warranty:

• This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may haw_ other rights that vary from state to state.

If you purchased your product outside the USA:

• This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.

8O

CARE AN D CLEAN I NG

You can clean the TV as required, .using a soft lint-free cloth. Besure to occasionally dust the ventilation 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 TV. Also, avoid placing drinks or vases with water on top of the TV. This _:ould

increase the risk of fire or shock hazard or damage to the TV.

_Caution: (non-moving) images are on screen long periods, they may perm._nently

_f

fixed left the

for be

imprinted on the screen. Such images include network Iogos, phone numbers, and video games. Extended

viewing of channels displaying these images should be avoided.

81

General Cable Information

Antenna (or cable-TV) connections are made with

either coaxial antenna cable or twin-lead cable.
Coaxial cables are shielded so they are less
susceptible to hum or interference from adjacent

cables.

The following accessories are available from most
dealers and electronics supply stores in case you want
to position your components farther apart or need
additional cables.

Round 75-ohm coaxial cable

Flat 300-ohm twin-lead cable

-- Push-on
Connector

Screw-on Coaxial
Connector

Most audio/video connections between
components can be made with shielded audio and

video cables that have RCA-type phono connectors.

Standard AudioNideo cable with RCA-type
phono plugs (such as No. VH83)

Color-Coded Jacks

The jacks on the TV's monitor Panel are color-coded
for ease of use. The VIDEOjacks are yellow, the right
AUDIOjacks are red, and the left AUDIOJACKSare white.
When connecting components to each other, be
sure that you always connect left outputs to left

inputs and right Outputs to right inputs. If a
component has only one output (mono), connect it
to the R/MONOINPOTjack.

/

To connect S-VHS (Super-VHS) components, an
S-VHS video cable is required.

S-Video cable (such as No. VH913)

Gold-Plated Jacks and Gold-Tipped Cables
Gold plating helps prevent oxidation of contacts

which provides much less loss than conventional
contacts. A complete line of gold-tipped cables is
available to help you obtain optimum performance
from your equipment.

Antenna Cables

VH81 (3-ft)
VH82 (6-ft),

VH89 (6-ft)

Screw-on Cable attaches to

the round antenna connectors

(called 75-ohm F-type) on the
back of your VCR or TV. The

ends screw onto the connectors

for a secure connect:ion.

Push-on Cable attaches to the
rou_nd antenna connectors
(called 75-ohm F-type) on the
back of your VCR or TV. Ends
push on for a quick connection.

Audio/Video Cables

Gold-Tipped cable

VH83 (6-ft)

Monaural VCB:Dubbing

Cable Double cable that lets

yo,u connect the WDEOand AUDIO
JACKSof two VH5 VCRs to

duplicate tapes. Can also be

used to connect a VCR to your

l'V: Cable is color-coded and
shielded. Has RCA-type phono

plugs on each end.

Stereo VCR Dubbing Cable

Triple cable that lets you

connect the WDEOand AUDIOjacks

of stereo components.

Gold-Tipped cable
AH84 (6-ft)

VH976 (6-ft)
VH913 (12-ft)

S-Video Cable has multi-pin

connectors on each end for
connecting S-Video components

to your TV.

82

CRK70M 1
238544

splitter
VH47

ANT200

Remote Control This is
the remote control that
came packed with your TV.
Replacements or spares

can be ordered as needed.

2-way Signal Splitter

helps you connect to a
second TV or VCR.

Amplified VHF/UHFIFM
Antenna allows you to
easily switch from the
antenna signal to cable or
satellite easily without

disconnecting antenna.

_J

L_

GJ

-r

.C:

u

_J

r_

Accessory Order Form

Description

Screw-on antenna cable (3--ft)

Screw-on antenna cable (6-ft)
Push-on antenna cable (6-ft)

Monaural VCR Dubbing Cable (6-ft)
Stereo VCR Dubbing Cable (6-ft)

S-Video Cable (6-ft)
S-Video Cable (12-ft)

2-way Signal Splitter

Amplified Antenna
Antenna Mixer

Remote Control (CRK70M1)

Audio,Video Adapter

H82 It;6.95

H89 $5.95

H83 $5.95

H84 $9.95
H976 $7.9!51

H913 $8.9!5 !

H47 $3.95

NT200 $49.95
93984 $1(I.95 !

!38544$33.50

28449 $4.35

Prices are subject to change without notice.

Total Merchandise
Sales Tax

$
$

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 ....................................... $ s.0_._____0

Total Amount Enclosed .............".......................... $__

Use VISA, MasterCard, or Discover Carcl
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 sl_ip a superseding model.

83

Charge your order on your VISA,

MasterCard, or Discover Card by

tilling in below

USE YOUR CREDIT CARD

IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number

from your VISA card

VISA"

II I I' II-F-T-IlII

cardexpires:

IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number

from your MasterCard

IIIIIII

Copy Number

above your

name on

MasterCard

My,card _ [[_
expires:

IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number

from your Discover Card

IIII

My card expires: _---] [--'['-]

AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE

(Credit card order will not be processed without signature)

Prices are subject to change without notice.

Print or type your name and _ A complete and correct

address clearly. This will be @_ order will save you daysyour mailing label, of waiting.

Name:

Street:

Apt:

City:

State: Zip:

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

United States and Canada Orders

To place your order by phone, have your Visa, MasterCard

or Discover Card ready and call the toll-fr_,e number
listed below between 8AM and 8PM (FST) Monday
tl3rough Friday or between 9AM and 5PM (EST)Satur-

day.
Use this number only to place on ord,er for accessory
items listed on this order form.

1-800-338-0376

To place your order by mail, detach and mail the
completed order form with credit card information,
money order or check in US currency (made payable

to Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.) to the
following address:

Video Accessories
PO Box 8419
Ronks, PA 17573

I

I

I

I

I

I

J

84

A

Accessories 82
Amplifier 76
Antenna (ANT) 38

Audio menu 44
AUE)IO OUTPUT 39

Audio Output Volume & Speakers 44
Audio Processor 44, 60
Auto Channel Search 17, 47
Auto Color 45

Auto Tuning 25, 26, 48

B

Back panel jacks 38
Basic Picture Controls 45

Batteries 5, 41
Black Level 45
Buttons

Front panel 40
Remote 36

C

Cables 82
Care and Cleaning 81

CC 41
CH CTRLbutton 58
Chan # 47
Chan Labels 47
Channel Block .50

•Channel Directory 47
Channel Mapping 21, 54

Channel Marker 41
Channel menu 47
Channels

DVD/VCR2 Channel 25, 48
SAT/CABLEChannel 26, 48
VCR1 Channel 48

Closed Caption

Display 46, 61

Mode 46, 62
Color 45
Color Warmth 45
Connections

Basic 4

Components 66

Foldout 4

Hiints and tips 65
Contrast 45
Control Paneis 11

Fixed images 81
Fixed output 39
Fixed Output, Speakers Off 44
Front panel buttons 40
Front Panel Lockout 50

INFO button 63
Inputs

Audio, video 38
INPUT 1,2 38

L/MONO 38
Labels 27, 47
Language 16, 46

Memory 47
Menu Language 16, 46
Menus 10
Mono 44, 60
MOVE buttons 58
Mute 44

N

Normal List 47

O

On-screen Program Details 63
One-Button Recording 57
Outputs 39

Parent Approved 50
Parental Controls

Channel Block 50

Front Panel Lockout 50
Parental Controls menu 50
Picture Control Presets 45
Picture Quality menu 45
Picture Tilt 46
PIP(Picture in Picture) 58

PIPChan 41
PIPbutton 58
Point and Select 8

Program details 63
Programming the remote to control

components 30, 32, 33

R

Remote Control

Programming 30

Remote batteries are low 41

using the 33
RIGHT 38

S-VIDEO "-18
SAP 41
Schedule 49
Screen menu 46
Second Audio Program (SAP) 44, 60
Set

DVD/VCR2 Channel 25, .48
SAT/CABLEChannel .26, 48

VCR1 Channel 48

Set Time 49
Setup 16

Setup menu 51, 52
Sharpness 45
Signal Type

Cable "PJ 47

UHF/VHF Antenna 47
Sleep 41
Sleep Timer 41, 49

SOUND button 60
Stereo 41, 44, 60
Subwoofer 39, 76

SWAP button 58

T

Tape Deck 76
Time

Current 41

Set Time 23
Time menu 49
Tint 45
Tone Controls 44

1_/GUIDE Plus+ System 5, 14, 17-22,

51, 5z1_57,79

Channel Mapping 211,54

IRControllers 5
Next Menu 55

One-Bu_on Recording 57

Scan Menu 55

Sort Menu 56

Surf Menu 54

Troubleshooting 79
V

Variable output 39
Variable Output, Speakers Off 44
Variable Output, Speakers On 44
VIDEO 138
Video Noise Reduction 45

85

,,L

CREATING A GREENER FUTURE

At Thomson Consumer Electronics we are dedicated "to the preservation of our
natural heritage and to a healthy and safe way of life for current and future
generations. This is a global effort which encompasses every THOMSON facility
throughout the world.

We believe that clean air, clean water, a protected earth, and healthy people are not
only practical and desirable goals, but achievable ones as well. Our Corporate

Environmental, Health and Safety Charter acknow'ledges our commitment to protect
these precious assets and provides a challenging vision and guideline for conducting
our business.

€,_I11"IOMSONCONSUMER ELECTRONICS

Below are a few examples of Thomson's achievements in our efforts to preserve our natural resources.

"FH E EARTH

Thomson reclaims millions of pounds
of hazardous waste annually, diverting
it from landfills.

Thomson treats millions of pounds of
waste water sludge annually and

renders it non-hazardous.

Thomson recycles over 50 million
pounds of non-hazardous material
annually that otherwise would have
been treated as trash, an overall
recovery rate of 50%.

Thomson globally recycles millions of
pounds of broken television picture
tube glass annually through both
internal and external reclaim processes.

THE AIR

Thomson has replaced solvent-based

paints at many locations resulting in an
80% reduction in toxic air emissions for

equivelant material used.

Thomson has eliminated the use ot:

ozone-depleting substances at television
manufacturing facilities around the

world.
Thomson collects and returns over 1.5

million pounds of glass and furnace dust

to the glass making process annually.
Thomson has launched worldwide

energy savings programs which
contribute to efforts to reduce air

emissions from electrical generating
facilities.

TH E WATE R

Thomson recovers over 2 million
pounds of fine glass particles from
process water each year and recycles
them back into its glass furnaces.

Thomson's state-of-the-art waste water
treatment plants filter out over 26
million pounds of solids from process
water each year.

Thom._;on's U.S. glass factory recycles
2,500 gallons of water per minute and
cleans 2.6 million gallons of water per
day.

Thomson is researching new processes
and is developing new manufacturing
equipment and technoh_gies to further
reduce l_rge volume Water use.

Thomson has also increased its usage of recycled materials for packaging of our products. For example, in the U.IS.and Mexico
our television plants use recycled content in our television cartons and instrud:ion booklets. The inks used for the print on
cartons and instruction booklets are soy based. For a free brochure regarding Thomson's Environmental Health and Safety
Programs, write to Thomson Consumer Electronics' address below, attention Environmental Programs: INH340.

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.

"H.IOMSON CONSUMER ELECTRONICS

10330 North Meridian Street
Indianapolis, IN 46290

©1997 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.

Trademark(s)® Registered

Marca(s) Registrada(s)
Printed in USA

TOCOM 15205560

The ,iollowing materials were used in

printing this publication:

_,_l_.__ RECYCLEI]PAPER

MIHIMUM10%POSTCONSUMER