RCA F32TF720YX2, F32TF720YX9, F27TF720, F32TF720, F36TF720 User Manual

Telev,s,o

User's Gu,de

Changing Entertainment.

Please read this manual before

operating this
first time.

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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or

electric shock, do not expose
this product to rain or moisture.

_ aution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do

not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable
parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service

personnel.

_k This symbol indicates _ This symbol indicates

"dangerous voltage" inside important instructions

the product that presents a accompanying the product.
risk of electric shock or

personal injury.

Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.

Attention: Pour eviter les chocs _lectriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la
borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusq0 au fond.

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

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

Caution: Using video games or any external accessory with fixed images for extended periods of time
can cause them to be permanently imprinted on the picture tube (or projection TV picture tubes).

ALSO, some network/program Iogos, phone numbers, etc. may cause similar damage. This damage is
not covered by your warranty.

Cable TV Installer: This reminder isprovided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical

Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in

particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to

the point of cable entry as practical.
NOM Requirements- Power Consumption: 120V - 60 Hz A.C. 128W (model F27TF720), 142W (model F32TF720),

146W (model F36TF720)

Product Registration

Please fill out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately. Returning the card

allows us to contact you if needed.

Product Information

Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record

the serial and model numbers in case you need them. These numbers are located on the product.

Model No.

Serial No.

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TheVCRPlus+and GUIDEPlus+systemsare manufacturedunderlicensefrom GemstarDevelopmentCorporation and VCRIndex

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INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THE GUIDE PLUS+ SYSTEM. IN NO EVENT SHALL THOMSON INC. OR GEMSTAR

BE LIABLE FOR ANY AMOUNT REPRESENTING LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL,
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROVISION OR USE OF ANY INFORMATION,
EQUIPMENT, OR SERVICES RELATING TO THE GUIDE PLUS+ SYSTEM.

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Key Features Overview

Your TV is equipped with [_atures that will add to your TV viewing experience, The t_)llowing
inlk)rmation summarizes a l_w of these fi_atures. Chapter 3 provides more inlk)rmation about tile

rest of tile TV's f_atures and how lo use them.

On-screen Program Guide

Description: The GUIDE Plus+ TM system is an on-screen interactive list of
programs and inl2)rmation dmt is built into your TV. You can scroll through the
guide lo see what's on and tune directly to that program from the guide. You

can also browse programs by category with tile sort t>ature.
When you access the 3,:ezz_Ii.ature, MSNBC appears in your video window if it's

available through your TV.
One-Touch VCR Recording is anofller benefit of the GUIDE Plus+ systenL _k)tl

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

Requirements:

• Complete tile on-screen interactive setup. Yk)u'll find detailed instructions in
Chapter 1.

• One-Touch VCR Recording: You must connect tile G-LINKTM cable to tile TV
and place one of tile wands in ficont of tile remote sensor on tile VCR.

• If you have a cable box, connect the G-LINK cable to tile TV and place one
of the wands in [_contof the remote sensor on the cable box.

PIP (Picture-In-Picture)

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

Requirements: Press tile PIP button to [)ring up tile PiP window. Chapter 3 has
detailed instructions on how lo use tile PiP t>ature.

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V-Chip: Parental Controls

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

Requirements:

• Set up the l>are_tal Co_trols menu in tile TV's main menu (Chapter 3
has details).

• The broadcasters must use tile rating system when they send tile prograln to
your TV in order l_)r your TV to block tile program.

Auto Tuning

Description: Allows you to set Lip tile TV tO autonlatically tune to a specific
channel when you press a certain component (VCR, DVD player, etc.) button on

tile remote.

Requirements: Set up Az_to 7}_ni*zg in tile TV's menu system. (Chapter 3
has details).

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Y PB PR

Component (Y, PB,P.) Jacks

Description: When connecting a component with Y, P_, PRjacks to tile TV,
provides optimum picture quality because the video is separated into three
signals.

Requirements: Use three video-grade cables for the connection. Make sure to

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connect the left and right at dio to tile R-A{ DIO-L INI [3"1"2jacks.

VPORT

VPORT Jack

Description: Allows you to connect an Xbox TM video game system or a
component, such as a DVD player, to tile TV.

Requirements:

• When connecting an Xbox video game system to tilt. TV, use only an Xbox
to VPOiVF cable (Chapter 1 has details).

• When connecting a DVD player, ff)r example, to tile TV, use only tile
Component video to VPORT cable. "File DVD player must have Y, P_, P
jacks (Chapter 1 has details).

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countries."

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Introduction

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

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

PIP (Picture-In-Picture) ............................................................................................... 1

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

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

Component (Y, PB,PR)Jacks ....................................................................................... 2

VPORT Jack ................................................................................................................. 2

Chapter 1: Connections & Setup

Things to Consider Before You Connect ......................................................................... 6

Protect Against Power Surges ................................................................................... 6

Protect Components from Overheating ................................................................... 6

Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference ............................................ 6

important Stand and Base Safety Information ........................................................ 6

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

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

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

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

TV + VCR ............................................................................................................................ 8

TV + VCR + Cable Box ....................................................................................................... 9

TV + VCR + DVD Player ................................................................................................... 11

Using the VPORT Jack..................................................................................................... 12

Jacks on the Back of the TV ........................................................................................... 13

Why You Should Connect This G-LINK Cable ............................................................... 14

Placing the G-LINK Wands ....................................................................................... 14

How to Find the Remote Sensor ............................................................................. 14

Plug in the TV .................................................................................................................. 15

Put Batteries in the Remote ........................................................................................... 15

How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Interactive Setup ......................... 15

Turn on the TV ................................................................................................................ 15

Complete the Interactive Setup ..................................................................................... 16

Set the Menu Language .......................................................................................... 16

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

The GUIDE Plus+ System Setup ................................................................................ 16

What to Expect ............................................................................................................... 20

Next Steps ....................................................................................................................... 20

Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control

The Buttons on the Remote Control ............................................................................. 22

Using the INPUT Button ........................................................................................... 23

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

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

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

How to Use the Remote After You've Programmed It ................................................ 25

Remote Codes ................................................................................................................. 25

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Chapter 3: Using the TV's Features

About the GUIDE Plus+ System ..................................................................................... 28

Downloading Data ................................................................................................... 28

Getting In & Out of the GUIDE Plus+ System ......................................................... 29

The GUIDE Plus+ System Menus .............................................................................. 29

Grid Guide ................................................................................................................ 29

Sort ............................................................................................................................ 31

News .......................................................................................................................... 32

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

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

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

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

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

Promotions ............................................................................................................... 35

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Chapter 4: Using the TV's Menu System

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

Audio Menu .................................................................................................................... 48

Picture Quality Menu ..................................................................................................... 49

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

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

Closed-Caption Modes ............................................................................................. 51

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

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

Chapter 5: Other Information

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

Care and Cleaning .......................................................................................................... 56

The Front of Your TV ...................................................................................................... 57

Limited Warranty ............................................................................................................ 57

Accessory Order Form .................................................................................................... 59

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

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Connections 8t Setup

Chapter Overview:

• Things to Consider Before You Connect

• Choose Your Connection

• Connections

• Using theVPORT Jack

• Jackson the Backof the TV

• Why You Should Connect This G-LINK Cable

• Plug in theTV

• Put Batteries in the Remote

• How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the

Interactive Setup

• Turn on theTV

• Complete the Interactive Setup

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Things to Consider Before You Connect

Protect Against Power Surges

• Connect all components betore you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet.

• Turn ol] the TV and/or colnpont, nt/)etk>re you connt, ct or disconnect any cables.

• Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Reti, r to the Important
Sale,guards sheet packed with your TV.

Protect Components from Overheating

• Don't block ventilation hol(,s on any ot the components. Arrange the components so that
air can circulate I_ceely.

• Don't stack components.

• If yotl place conlponents in a stand, make sLlre yoLl allow adequate ventilation,

• If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on the top shelf so the heated air

from it won't ['low around other conlponents.

Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference

• Insert each cable firmly into the, designated jack,

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

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

Important Stand and Base Safety Information

Choos_, the location for your TV car_,fully. Place, the TV on a stand or bas_, that is ot adequaw
size and strength to prevent the TV from being accidentally tipped over, pushed off, or pulled

ot'f. This could cause personal injury and/or damage the TV. P,ef_,r to the Important Sat_guards
sheet packed with your TV.

Use Indirect Light

/ •

Don't place the TV _ here sunlight or room lighting will Ix' direcwd toward the screen, l_se soft
or indirect lighting.

Connection Pictures

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

Demo Pin

YOU1hEiStremove the Demo I in trom the G-LINK jack on the back of

your TV in order tor your TV to operate properly and to connect the
G-LINK cable.

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Choose Your Connection

There are several ways to connect your TV. Please use tile lk)llowing chart to determine which
connection is best l_)r you. Proceed to the appropriatu page and connect your TV,

Note: If you prefer, we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service Representative who
will visit your home for a fee to install your electronic entertainment system and to instruct you in its

operation For details about this service, call 1-888-206-3359.

Components

Connection

Title

TV+ VCR

TV + VCR +
Cable Box

TV + VCR + DVD

Cables

Needed

Coaxial

Audio/video
G-LINK cable

Coaxial

Audio/video
G-LINK cable

Coaxial

Audio/video
S-Video

Component video
G-LINK cable

page 8

page 9

pages10-11

Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV

The' pictures below show the cables needed t_)r tile conn_'ctions represented in this book.

Notes: Audio/Video cables (AN cables for short) are usually sold as a bundled set, but the connection
pictures in this book show each cable separately for better visibility

Please locate the G-LINK cable (provided) when you're getting ready to set up your TV_You need to
connect this cable to your TV, and to your VCR and/or cable box in order for all of the features of the

program guide to work properiy

G-LINK cable Audio/Video cables

Coaxial cable S-Video cable

Component video (Y, PB,P_)
cables

Component video to

VPORT cable

Xbox to VPORT cable

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TV (back panel)

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From Cable

orAflteflna

TV + VCR

1. Connect your TV to your VCR

2.

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

your VCP, (sometimes labeled OUT TO TV).

B. Connect the audio/video cables, Connect audio cables (white and red) to the INt I_T2 ALDIO

R and L jacks on the back ot the TV and to the Audio Output Jacks on the VCR (sonletinles
labeled OUT R L).

C. Connect the video cable (yellow) to the INPUT2 VIDEO jack on the back ot the TV and to the

Video Output Jack on the VCR.

Connect cable or antenna to your VCR
Connect tile coaxi;tl cable troln your cabh, outlet or antenna to the Input Jack on your VCR

(sonletimes labeled IN FROM ANTENNA or IN FROM ANT).

3. Connect the G-LINK cable to the TV

If you haven't already done so, remove the Demo Pin lrom the (}-LINK jack, Then, connect the
G-LINK cable to the (}-LINK jack on the TV. Next step, phtce one <3!the wands <3!the G-LINK

cable to work with your VCP, (instructions are on page 14).

Go to page 14

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From Cable Line

SIGNAL SPLITTER

CABLEBOX

VCR

cABLE,

Notes: The GUIDE Plus+ system's One-Touch VCR Recording feature is not available with this connection. If
you want to use the One-Touch VCR Recording feature with your cable box, you must use the TV and VCR

connection on page 8. You can do so by routing the signal from your cable box into the antenna input on
your VCR. Note that the PIP feature of your TV will be unavailable if you connect a cable box in this manner.

You must view PIP through the VCR with the above connection. For more information, go to page 37.

TV + VCR + Cable Box

1.

2.

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

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

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

ANTENNA IN).

C. Connect a coaxial cable to the Signal Splilter and to the CABLE IN Jack on the cable box.

Connect Cable Box to TV
Connect a coaxial cable to the TV O[T Jack on the cable box and to tilt, CABLE/ANTENNA jack

on tile TV.

.

4.

Connect the TV to your VCR

A. Connect the audio cables (white and red) to the INPUT2 A[DIO R and L jacks on tile TV and

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

B. Connect the video cable (yellow) to the INPt T2 VIDEO jack on the TV and to Vide() Output

Jack on the VCR (sometimes labeled VIDEO).

Connect G-LINK cable
If you haven't already done so, remove the Demo Pin from the G-LINK jack. Then, connect the

G-LINK cable to the G-LINK jack on the TV. Next step, place the wands of the G-LINK cable to
work with the VCR and cable box (instructions are on page 14).

Go to page 14

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R L

TV(backpanel)

VPORT

INFROMANT

OUT TO_

romCable

orAntenna

4

DVD

* If you connect an S-Video cable, you must

connect the audio cables to the INPUTI AUDIO
R and Ljacks on the back of the TV, not the

INPUT2 AUDIO jacks.

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TV + VCR + DVD Player

1. Connect your IW to your DVD player
A. Connect the audio cables (white and red) to tile INPt T2 AI_DIO R and L jacks on tile

back of the TV and to the Audio Output Jacks on tile DVD player.

B. If your DVD player has Component Output Jacks (Y, Ps, P_), connect three video grade

cables to lhe Y; P_, Pj_jacks on the DVD player and lo the Y, P_, PRjacks on the back of
the TV. If your DVD player doesn't have Y, P_, PRjacks, go to C.

-OR-

C. If your DVD player has an S-Video jack, connect an S-Video cable to the S-Video jack on

lhe DVD phtyer and the S-VIDEO jack on the back of the TV. If your DVD player doesn't
have an S-Video jack, go to D.

Note: IfyouconnectanS-Videocable,youmust connectthe audiocablesto the INPUTIAUDIORand
Ljacks on the backofthe TV, not the INPUT2AUDIOjacks.

-OR-

1). Connect a vi&,o cable (yellow) to the Video Output Jack on tile I)VD player and to tilt,

INPUT2 VIDEO jack on the back of the TV.

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

on your VCR (sometimes labeled OUT TO TV).

Note: IfyourVCRhasA/Vinput jacks, youcanconnectyourTVto yourVCRusing audio/videocables
for better quality

3. Connect cable or antenna to your VCR
Connvct tile coaxial cable t)com your cable outlet or antenna to the Input Jack on your VCR

(sometimes labeled IN FROM ANTENNA or IN FROM ANT).

4. Connect the G-LINK cable to the TV

If you haven't already done so, remove lhe l)emo Pin l_com tile G-LINK jack. Then, connvct
the G-LINK cable to the G-LINK jack on the TV. Next step, place one of the wands of the
G-LINK cable to work with your VCR (instructions are on page 14).

Go to page 14

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Xbox

DVD

JVP_RT

G'LI_K

TV (back panel)

fr_Eo a4, o L z

FromCable,

CableBox,

Ot Antsnna

Component video

to VPORT cable

Xbox to VPORT

cable

Using the VPORT Jack

The VPORT jack lets you connect an Xbox video game system to the TV using an Xbox to VPOKI"
cable. You can also connect a component, such as a DVD player, that has component video jacks
(Y, P_, P_) using a Component vide() to VPORT cable. When using a Component video to VPORT

cable, make sure to connect the left and right audio cables to the component in order tk)r the TV to
receive sound. Go to the Accessory Order Fc)rm on page 59 to purchase a Xbnx to VPORT cable and

a Component video to VPORT cable.

Note: TheVPORTjack cannot beusedfor gameconsolesotherthan the Xboxvideogamesystem.

1.

Connect your TV to a DVD player

Use a Component video to VPORT cable to connect your TV to another component, such as a

DVD player, that has Y, P_, P jacks.
Connect a Component video to VPORT cable to the VPORT jack on the back of the TV.

Connect the o[her ends of the Component video to VPORT cable to the Y, P_, P and the Audio
Output Jacks on the back of the DVD.

-OR-

2. Connect your TV to an Xbox video game system

Connect the end ot an Xbox to VPORT cable labeled T'_ to tile _ t ORT jack on tile back of the
TV and the other end labeled Xbox to the corresponding jack on the back of the Xbox video

game system.

Note: If you have an audio receiver, you might be able to connect a digital audio cable to the digital audio
jack that's on the VPORT cable.

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Jacks on the Back of the TV

This section describes each of the jacks on the back ol the TV, When connecting A/V cables, be
sun. to connect corresponding outputs to inputs (video to video, right audio to right audio, etc.)

VPORT Go to page 12 tor VPORT explanation.
G-LINK Connect the end of the G-LINK cable (provided) to this jack. The G-LINK cable

enables the TV's Guide Plus+ system to interact with the cable box and/or the VCP,. A picture ot
the G-LINK cable is on page 7.

CABLE/ANTENNA Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal lYom the antenna,
cable or cable box.

VIDEO R-AUDIO-L z

Y PB PR

INPUT1 Lets you connect a component such as a VCR, DVD player, satellite
receiver or laserdisc player.

• VIDEO provides composite video connection. The video connector is
usually yellow.

• P, AUDIO provides right audio connection. The right audio connector is
usually red.

• L A[DIO provides left audio connection. The left audio connector is usually
white.

S-VIDEO provides better picture quality than the regular video jacks
(INPUT1 and INPtT 2 VIDEO) because the color part of the signal is

separated t)com the black and white part of the picture. When using S-Video,
make sure to connect letk and right audio cables to the R-AUDIO-L INP[ T1

jacks.

INPUT2 Lets you connect a second conlponent such as a VCR, internet access
device, DVD player, or laserdisc player. Its A[DIO and VIDEO jacks are the

same as described tor INPt T1 above.

Y, P_, PR(Component Video) provides optimum picture quality because the
video is separated into three signals, tse three video-grade cables t_)r the

connection. When using Y; P_, Pj_,make sure to connect lelk and right audio
cables to the R-AUDIO-L INPUT2 jacks.

IlAo0'0O

AUDIO OUT R/L Lets you connect an amplifier or audio receiver [k)r improved
sound qualily,

Note: You might want to turn off the TV'sspeakers from the Audio Menu. Go to
page 49 for more information.

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Why You Should Connect This G-LINK Cable

The G-LINK cable enables the GUIDE Plus+ system (tile on-screen interactive prograln guide) to
work with your VCR and/or cable box.

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

guide is on your TV screen.
VCR-- If your TV is connected to a VCR and you don't connect the G-LINK cable, one-touch

VCR recording won't work. The other fl.atures of the guide will work properly.

2.

G-LINK wands

How to Find the Remote Sensor

You have to place the (}-LINK wands in t)ront of lhe remote sensor on lhe VCR and/or cable box.

Some cable boxes and VCRs have tile remote sensor labeled on the unit. If tile remote sensor isn't
labeled on your VCR and/or cable box, you need to use the remol_, control that came with the VCR

and/or cable box to locate the sensor.

.

1. Turn off the VCR and/or cable box.
Hold the remote control (not tile one that came with your TV, but tile one that calne with the

cable box and/or VCR to which you're attaching tile G-LINK cable) so that it is touching the
l}ont ot tile conlponent.

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

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

Placing the G-LINK Wands

Place the G-LINK wands in l_cont of the remote sensor on your VCR and/or cable box approximately
one inch away [_comthe remote sensor (see instructions below).

TV(back pan_l)

np

If you don't have both a
cable box and a VCR

connected to your TV,just
coil the cable of the extra

G-LINK wand with a twist
tie and leave it behind the

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Plug in the TV

Plug the end of the power cord into the wall outlet. Match the wide blade ot tile plug with the
wide slot in the outlet. Insert tile plug completely into the outlet.

Put Batteries in the Remote

1. Remove the ba/lery compamnent cover on the rem<m..

2. Insert new batteries. Match the polarities (+ and -) on the baueries with the
diagram on the remote.

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

Use the arrow buttons and the OK
button to move through the menu

system.

How to Use the Remote Control to

Complete the Interactive Setup

"File technical term is "Navigation" - how you move tim)ugh the on-screen
menus. The theory is the Salne throughout the menu screens: highlight your

choice and select it.

To highlight an item on-screen, press tile arrow buttons on tile remote. [se tile
up or down arrow button to move up or down. Use the right or left. arrow

button to move right or left.

To select tile item that you've highlighted, press OK.

Note: Highlighted means that the menu item stands out from other menu items on
the list (appears darker, brighter, or adifferent color).

Turn on the TV

Press tile TV button on the remote control or the POWER buuon on the TV (the
l]rst screen of tile interactive Setup appears). The menu screens 'time out" alter

a period of lime if you don't make a selection. The tips in this section tell you
how R) access the Setup menu screens manually.

Note: Pressingthe TV button not only turns on the TV, but puts the remote into TV
mode. "TV mode" meansthat the buttons on the remote control operate the TV's

functions.

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Toaccessthe setup menus manually,

press MENU and choose Setup.

Complete the Interactive Setup

The menu syslem in your TV allows the TV's t_atures to work properly. We call
it the "interactive setup" because the TV asks you questions, you answer, and

the TV makes the appropriate adjustments. The first time you turn on your TV,
the setup screens appear automatically.

Set the Menu Language

The " " "_' ] • '

first part of he _7_ asks you to select your pret_rred language for the

menu system.

1. Highlight your prefi.rred language tor tile menu system.

2. Press OK to select that language.

Complete Auto Channel Search

The next part of the SE2_ asks if you want the TV to search h)r all avaihlble
channels. This is sometimes called "auto programming."

1. Press OK to tell tile TV to begin searching tor channels. A progress report

appears on the screen.

2.

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

Note: If you skip Auto Channel Search now, you can access it later through the
Channel menu, See Chapter 4 for more details.

If you move to a new zip or postal code,
or if any of your information changes,

you need to accessthe setup screens

from the TV's main menu-- press MENU,

choose GUIDEPlus+ Menu, and choose

GUIDEPlus+Setup,

The GUIDE Plus+ System Setup

The GLIDE Plus+ system is an on-scre_,n interactive program guide that lists
what shows are on TV in your area. In order to receive program listings, you
need to complete tile following steps.

The G-LINK cable must be connected to the back of your TV, and the wands
Intlst be placed in tront ot tile remote sensor on your cable box and/or VCR in

<rder f<r the GUIDE Plus+ system to work (go back to page 14 R)r details).

1. You should see a screen displaying the teatures ot tile Guide Plus+ system.

Press OK to continue.

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

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Step 1: Identifying Your TV's Location

1. If y()ur country is highlighted, press OK on the, remote control.
If your country isn't highlighted, press tile up or down arrow button on tile

remote control to highlight your country and press OK.

2_

Use tile number bultons on your remote to enter your zip code.

Press OK when you're finished.

Note: If your postal code contains letters, press the up and down arrow buttons on
your remote to enter letters, and pressthe right arrow button to go to the next

space.The left arrow button moves you to the left.

Step 2: Configuring for Cable

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

your TV is connected to cable.

1. If your TV is connected to cable, highlight Yt,s and press OK.
If your TV isn't connected to cable, highlight NO and press OK (STtSP:;..

6"(_*_/l_z_ring.fi)ra VCR appears). Go to page 19.

2_

If you have a cable box connected to this TV, highlight Yes and press OK on
your remote control.

Note: The next series of screensis very important becausethe GUIDEPlus+system
must find the correct cable box information in order to receive the correct TV

program listings,

If you dont haw, a cable box connected to this TV, highlight No and
press OK (STiff) 3: 6"o_/l_z_ri_N.ibr a VCR appears). Go to page 19.

Tip

If you're not sure which channel is the
cable box's output channel, consult the
book that came with your cable box or
contact your cable company.

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Highlight tile channel to which you have lo tune your TV in order to see
cable programming, and press OK (a screen appears reminding you lo

connect your G-LINK cable lo your TV and cable box).

Notes: Channel 03 isthe most common.
ChooseVideol/AUX if your cable box is connected to your TV with audio/video

cables instead of a coaxial cable. Go to page 7 for pictures of these cables.
For more information, goto cable box connection on page 9.

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

5,

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

your cable box, or press tile channel buttons on the cable Ix)x).

Press OK (tile GUIDE Plus+ system starts testing codes),

Important Note: When code testing isin progress, don't touch your TV, VCR,cable
box or any of the remote controls for these products.

,

Look at your cable box. If it is still on and changed to channel 09, tile lust
was successl\ll. Highlight Yes, and press OK (STF_3: C'ot_/_gz_qn/4jbra VCR

appea*:s).

If your cable box didn't change to channel 09 or turned itself off, you have
two choices: No and 7k,st /bLs code again.

7},.s-t/bLscode again: If you drink tile TV, the cable box, or any of file remote

controls might have been touched or bumped during lhe test, highlight 7b._t

/bLs code again and press OK (the GUIDE Plus+ system runs the same set of

codes).
No: If you don't think the test was interrupted, highlight No and press OK

(GUIDE Plus+ system k.sts the next code).
Rupeat tile previous instructions until the TV finds file correct cable box

code. Follow the instructions on lhe screen.

Note: If the TV can't find your cable box code, a troubleshooting checklist appears.
Carefully review each checklist and follow the instructions on the screen.

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Step 3: Configuring for a VCR

1. It your TV is connected to a VCR, press OK (a screen appears reminding
you to connect your G-LINK cable to your TV and VCRX

It it is not, highlight A"0and press OK.

2, Use tile tip and down arrow buttons to highlight the brand of your VCP, that

is connected to the TV and press OK,
If your brand isn't listed, highlight NOt Listed and press OK,

.

Tune your VCR lo channel 02. Next, turn OFF your VCR. When you
complew these steps, press OK to begin resting.

Important Note: When code testing isin progress, don't touch your TV, VCR,or
any of the remote controls for these products.

4.

Look at tile front of your VCR, If y()ur VCR mined on automatically and
changed to channel 09, tile test was StlCCessltll. Highlight Yes and

press OK,
Ii your VCP, didn't change to channel 09, you can either choose NO or 7_st

this code _(gain.

If you think your T'_ or remotes might have been touched during the test,
rune your VCR to channel 02, mrn oil your \ CP, and highlight Test this

cod_, agai_z,

It you don't think the test was interrupted, highlight A'0.Tune your VCR to
channel 02 and turn off your VCR. Press OK (tile G{IDE Plus+ system starts

testing another set ot codes.)
Keep inllnwing the previous instructions until tile VCR finds tile

correct cnde,

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Leaveyour cable box turned ON to
download program information.

Leaveyour VCRturned OFFto record
programs,

Note: If the GUIDE Plus+ system can't locate the correct code for the VCR, a list of
troubleshooting instructions appears to help you before you try again.

Try VCR configuration again: repeat VCR setup
Test alternate codes: tests selected brands and if this fails, the test continues

with all codes in the system.
Skip this step: the GUIDE Plus+ system won't be able to automatically schedule

programs to record on your VCR.

Step 4: Confirming Your Settings

1. Check to make sure all settings are complete and correct. If all settings are
complete, highlight Yes, end s_,tJ_pand press OK. If your cable box and/or
VCR code testing l_iled, you should see iNCO2dPLEZt:.where the cable
box and VCR codes are listed. Once setup is complete, additional

screens appear.
It any settings are incomplete orincorrect, highlight _%"0,repeat setnpprocess

and press OK. Follow the instructions on the screen.

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

What to Expect

The next time you turn on your TV, the GI_IDE Plus+ system will appear on tile screen. The
tollowing examples explain what you might see:

• If all of the program inlk)rmation has been sent to your TV, the GUIDE Plus+ system appears
with all of your TV program listings.

• If the program inR)rmation hasn't been sent to your TV yet, an outline of the Guide (without TV
program listings) will appear on the screen. Program inlk)rmation is usually sent to your TV at
night.

• If tile TV detected that you have multiple cable companies in your area, STtiP 5: Choosit<,d Yoz_r

Channel LineJ_p appears.

Features of tile G[IDE Plus+ sysh.m are explained in Chapter 3.
To clear the guide froln your screen, press CLEAP, or GLIDE <n tile rer'tlote control.

Next Steps

Now that you've finished tile Interactive Setup, you're ready towatch TV. This 1night be a good time
to program your relnote control. The remote control that calne with this TV can be progralnmed to

operate other components. Go to tile next chapter to find out how to program your remote.

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Using the Remote Control

Chapter Overview:

• The Buttons on the Remote Control

• Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components

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

• Code List

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The Buttons on the Remote Control

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

"R)enter a two-digit channel, press the two digits. To enter a three-digit channel,
press and hold the first digit tk)r two seconds until lwo dashes appear to the

right of the number, then add the second two. Example: to rune to channel 123,
press and hold 1 lk>rtwo seconds, press 2, then press 3.

Arrow buttons (up, down, left, right) Move through the on-screen menu
system. Also moves PiP window to difll.rent areas on the screen.

ANTENNA Functions as TV/VCR button in VCR mode and TV/receiver button
in SKI'-CABLE mode.

AUX (auxiliary) Puts the reluol_, in auxiliary mode to operate llle component
you've progralunmd the remote to operate with lhis button. You can program

this bullon to control a cable box, audio components, a VCR, DVD player or
satellite receiver. If you set up the Auto Tuning l)ature (Chapter 3), pressing the

AUX bulton automatically runes the TV to the correct channel.

BacRlight Lights tip some of the buttons in the dark.
CH (up and down) buttons Scan up or down through the current channel list.

Press once to change the channel up or down; press and hold to continue
changing channels.

CH CTRL (Channel Control) Selects the picture window (main window or
PIP window) that changes when you press the channel up or channel down

bulton or the INPUT bulton,

CLEAR Removes any menu or display Dora the screen and returns you to
TV viewing.

DVD Puts the remote in DVD mode. If you set up the Auto Tuning t>ature
(Chapter 3), pressing the DVD button automatically tunes the TV to the

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

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

GUIDE Displays the G{IDE Plus+ system press GUIDE again to remove it from
the screen.

INFO Displays channel inlkmuation.
INPUT In TV mode, press INPUT to toggle through the available Video Input

channels (FRNT/SVIDF, VID1iSVID1, VID2iCVID2, VPORT and the current
channel).

L.E.D. (light-emitting diode) The little light on the remote that lights when you
are progralunfing the remote. It also lights when you press a valid button on

the remote.
MENU l)isplays the TV's Main menu. YOu can also press and hold for 2

seconds to display the GUIDE Plus+ system.

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To turn off all the RCA,
GE,and Proscan

components that are
connected to the T_,

press ONoOFFtwice
within two seconds.

This feature only works
with most RCA, GEand
Proscanproducts.

MUTE Lowers the volume to its nlininlunl level. Press again to restore volunle.

OK When a menu is on the screen, press OK to select the item that is highlighted.
ON-OFF Turns the TV on and off. When tile remote is in anolher mode (VCR, DVD, Satellil% etc.)

and tile remote is programmed to operal{, that component, you can press ON-OFF to mrn the
component on and off.

PAUSE If you're operating a VCR or DVD player with tile remote conlrol, press PA{SE when the
videotape or disc is playing 1<7pause playback.

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

PLAY If you're operating a VCR or DVD player, plays the videotape or disc.
REC-VCR+ When tile GLIDE Plus+ program guide is on tile screen, press REC.VCR+ to program

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

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

SAT-CABLE Puts tile remote in SAT.CABLE mode. If you set kip tile Auto Tuning t_ature (Chapl_.r

3), pressing the SKI'-CABLE button automatically tunes tile TV to tile correct channel.
SKIP If you press this button betk>re you change the channel, the TV waits 30 seconds and

automatically goes back to tile original channel. Each time you press SKIP, you add 30 seconds (i.e, if
you press SKIP two times betk>re you change the channel, the TV waits 60 seconds and automatically

turns back to tile original channel). Press CLEAR to cancel skip timer.
SOUND Displays the AUDIO tU?OCESSORmenu.

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

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

VCR Puts tile remote in VCR mode. If you set up tile Auto Tuning tl.ature (Chapter 3), pressing the

VCR button automatically tunes lhe TV to tile correct channel.

VPORT Tunes tile TV to the VPORT input channel. You can program this button to control a cable

box, audio components, a VCR, DVD or satellite receiver. When programmed, changes tile mode of
the remote when the bunon is pressed. To restore the VPORT button to thctory default mode

(unprogrammed), press and hold VPORT, lhen press 1, 0, 0, and 0.

¥OL (up and down) buttons Decrease or increase the TV's volume.

Using the INPUT Button

Use tile INPUT button to togglv through the available input sources (FRNT/SV11)F, VID1iSVII)I, VI1)2/

CVID2, VPORT and tile current channel) and view tile conl_'nt t}om tile component you have
connected to file TV.

1. Press TV to place the remote in TV mode. Make sure that tile content Dora tile component is
turned ON.

2. Press INPUT to tune to tile available input source and view file component.

3. Press INPUT again to tune back 1<7the channel you were previously watching.

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

component.

The remote may not operate all models
of all brands.

Programming the Remote to Operate
Other Components

"File universal remote control can be programmed to operate ::lost brands of
tern(m, controllable VCRs, DVD players, audio receivers, satellite receivers and

cable boxes. "Ille remote is already programmed to operate most RCA, GE and
Proscan VCRs, DVD players, audio receivers and satellite receivers.

Note: The"IVbutton cannotbeprogrammed.

Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote

To determine whether tile universal remote ne_,ds to Ix, programmed, turn a
component ON, such as a VCR, point tile remote at tile VCR, and press tile VCR

button. Then press ON* OFF or channel up or channel down to see if tile VCR
responds to tile remote colninands. If not, tile remote needs to be programmed.

How to Program the Remote

There. are two ways to program tile remote controh _lLlt(>I:l_ltic'c'od("search and
direct entry. Instructions fi>rboth ways I_>llow.

T_

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

Using Automatic Code Search

1. Turn on the coinponent you want tile remote to operate (VCR, etc.)

2_

Press and hold tile component buuon on lhe remote control that
corresponds to tile component you want tile remote to operate (VCR, etc.).
While you hold down tile component button, press and hold ON*OFF
(when tile light on tile remoh, turns on, release both buttons).

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

"File re:note is searching tile first set of component codes (there are 20 sets
of codes). If tile component you want lo operate doesn't mrn off
automatically after 5 seconds, press PLAY again (tile light starts flashing

again as tile remote searches through tile next set of codes).

Continue pressing PLAY until tile component turns off.
Note: ffthe component doesn't turn off after you've pressed the play button 20

times, the component can't be programmed.

Pr_,ss REVERSE, wait 2 seconds. Repeat this step until tile con:ponent turns
back on.

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

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Using Direct Entry

]. Turn on th(' component you want the, ren_ol_, to op(_rate.

2. Look up the brand and code numb_,r(s) l_)r the component on the code list on page 26.

3. Press and hold the component bulton that corresponds to the component you want the
remote to operate (VCR, etc.)

4. Enter the code l):om the code list.

5. Rdease the component button.

6. Press ON-OFF to see if lhe component responds to the remote commands. If it doesn't, try
pressing the component buuon and then ON*OFF again.

7. If you get no response, repeat lhese steps using the next code listed t_>ryour brand until the
component responds to the remote commands.

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The buttons might

operate differently for
other components,

especially when you're
using another
component's menu
system.

How to Use the Remote After You've
Programmed It

Once the remote has been programmed successl\dly, you are ready to use it lo control your
components. "Ik) operate the component:

1. Press lhe component button CFV, VCR, VPORT, DVD, A[JX, or SAT*CABLE) R) set the remote to
operate the component.

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

3. Use the rem(}l{, buttons that apply to that component.

Note: If you keep pressing buttons and nothing happens, the remote isprobably in the wrong mode. You

must pressthe component button that matches the component you want to operate (i.e., if you want to

operate the VCR,pressVCRon the remote contro[ to put the remote in VCRmode)

Remote Codes

Cable Box Codes

Programmable for SAI'°CABLE, AIX and
VPOR 1'buttons.

ABC ............................ 5002, 5003, 5004, 5005, 5006, 5053

Anlronlx ................................................................. 5008. 5009

Archer •............................................. 5008, 5(109, 5010

Cablelenna ...................................................................... 5008

Cab/eview ........................................................ 5008

Coiotu ¸ _ice ...................................................... 5012. 5(113

Comtronics .................................................................. 5(114

Contec ...................................................................... 50E6

Eastern ............................................................. 5(117

Ga_mrd ...................................................................... 5011

GC Eleclro_ics .......................................................... 5009

GE ................................................................ 5000. 5001

Gemini ............................................................ 5018. 5(119

General Insllument ................................................. 5003

Hamlin ........................... 5020, 5021, 5022, 5028, 5035, 5(145

Hilachi .................................................................. 5003

lerrold ............................. 5003, 5018, 5023, 5024. 5040, 5(153

Magnaw_x .......................................................... 5(125

Memorex ........................................................... 5026

M/_ie Time ................................................................. 5027

NEC ......................................................................... 5005

NSC ................................................................... 5027

Oak ......................................................................... 5016, 5(129

Panas//nJc ................................................... 5048, 5052

Philips .......................... 50I I, 50[2, 5013,5015, 5019,

5(125, 5030, 503E, 5032

Pioneer •....................................................... 5033, 5034

P_scan ................................................. 5000, 500E

R(_ ............................................ 5007, 5047, 5049, 5052

Realistic ...................................................... 5009

Regal ..................................................... 5022, 5035

Regency ................................................................... 5017

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

Samstlng ............................................................... 5034

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

Signal ......................................................... 5018

Signalure ................................................................... 5003

Sprucer •..................................................... 5052

Standard Components .............................. 5039, 5044

Starcom .................................................... 5018, 5053

Sta_ale .............................................................. 5018

Starl/uest ...................................................... 5018

[hndy ....................................................................... 504(I

I_Ieview •..................................................... 5014

[boom ........................................................... 5004, 5023

[\/sa ................................................................. 5018

I_86 ............................................................... 5027

linlka ............................................................. 5008, 5009

liniIed Cable ............................................... 5053

linlve_al ................................................... 5008, 5009, 5010

_ewslal ............................................. 5025, 5027

Zenith ................................................... 505(I. 505I

Satellite Receiver

Codes

Programmable fl)r SAToCABLE, AUX
and VI?OR 1' buttons.

Alph Estal .............................................. 5(179

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

Dishnet .................................................. 5078

Drake ...................................................... 5058, 5(159

Echoslar ............................................... 5(189

GE .................................................... 5000_ 5001

Genera] Inst_J_e_ls ..................... 5(160, 5(161, 5062

ttilachi ......................................... 51)S3_5(18¸4

Hughes ................................................. 5077, 5(190

yvC ...................................................... 5082

Panasonic ...................................................... 5(175

Philips ................................................... 5085

PrJmeslar ......................................................... 5076

Pros_m .......................................... 5000, 5001

RCA ....................... 5000, 5001, 5(171, 5080, 508I

Realislic .................................................. 5063

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

_E ........................................................... 5(164

_2 ......................................................... 5065

_3 ........................................................... 5066

_4 ................................................... 5067

Ibshlba .................................................... 5068, 5(173

Unlden ................................................. 5(186

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VCR Codes

Programmable f\)r VCR, VPORT and AUX
buttons.

Admiml .................................................................. 2132

Adv_nlm a ...................................................... 2{)26

Aiko .......................................................................... 2{)27

Abva .............................................................. 2{)26

Akal ................................. 2003, 20(}4, 2005, 2007, 2008,

.......................................................... 21]1, 2II2, 2113

American High .................................................. 21)21

Asha ................................................................. 21)13

Audio D) nanlics .................................... 2009, 2(110

Audiovox ..................................................... 2014

Bell & Howell ..................................................... 21)11

Beaummk .............................................................. 21)13

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

Calix ................................................................... 2(114

Candle ..................................... 2013, 21)14. 2015.2(116,

.................................................... 21)17. 2018. 2019

Canon .................................................... 21)21, 2(122, 2114

Capeha_t ................................................. 2020. 2110

Crower ......................................................... 21)62

CCE ............................................................ 21)27. 2(161

Citizen .................................................... 2013, 2(114,

................................ 20I 5, 20[6, 2017, 2018. 2{)19, 2027

Colorwme .................................................... 2009

Colt ................................................................... 21)61

Craig ................................... 2013, 2014, 21)23, 21)61

Cmtls Mathes ..................................... 200(L 2009, 21)13,

MGA ................................................... 2029, 2(165, 2[ 13

MGN Ibchnology ......................................... 20¸[3

MMland ............................................................. 2053

Minolta ......................................... 2{)55, 2(156, 2¸[{)7

Mitsubish_ ...... 2029, 2055, 2056, 2{_5, 20_, 2(167, 2068,

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

Montgoin_l} xMu'd ....................................... 21)75, 2[32

MotoroJ t ........................................... 202h 2[32

MTt ....................................................... 21)13. 2[26

Mullhech ....................... 2013, 21)16. 2(126. 2(153, 20(_i

NEC .............................. 2009, 2010, 21)11.21)16. 2018,

............................... 20(_4, 2076, 2078, 2079, 2111, 2[23

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

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

O]ympus ................................................................ 2021

Opdm ts ................................................. 2{)14. 2[32

Optonica ........................................................... 2096

Panasonic .............. 2021, 2022, 210% 2125, 2126. 2[27

Pentax ............................ 2016. 2055, 2{)56. 2[{)7, 2120

]?entex Researd_ ................................................. 2(118

Philco ................................... 202[. 2022, 21K_2,2063

Philips ................................ 202[. 2(X_2, 2096 2[24

Pilot .................................................................. 2014

Pioneer .......................... 2010, 21)55. 2080. 2(181, 2123

Portland ............................ 2016, 2017, 21)19, 2110

Plosc u/ ............................................ 2000. 2001, 2131

P_otec ................................................................. 2061

]?ulsai ........................................................ 210i

Qu {rl_J ................................................................ 20[ 1

Quartz ............................................................ 2011

Quasal ......................................... 21)21.2(122.2[25

........................ 2016, 2018, 202h 2022, 21)24, 2I I5, 2131

( bernex ............................................................. 21)13 ........... 2(182, 2083, 2()8 _, 2085, 208(,, 21)87. 2088, 2089,

Daewoo ......................... 2015, 2017, 2019, 2025, 21)26, ........... 2090, 2(191, 21(17, 2115, 212(I, 2125, 2131, 2[33

GE ........................................................................... 3000

Hitachi ............................................................ 3(108

]\c ...................................................... 3002, 3010

Konka ................................................. 3011,3012

Magnaw)x .................................................................. 3003

Mitsublshi ..................................................... 3004

Panasonic .................................................... 3013

Phl]ips ..................................... 3()()3, 3019, 3021, 3(122

Pioneer ................................................................ 3005

ProsL_m ............................................................... 3000

RCA ................................................... 3000, 3001

Sano ............................................................. 3{)14

Shhico .......................................................... 3001

Sony ...................................................... 3006, 3(115, 3016

l?>shlba ........................................ 3007, 3(117 3(120

Zenith ........................................................ 3018

2(127, 2028, 21 i0

Daylron ........................................................ 21]0

DBX ................................................. 2009, 2(110

Dimensla .......................................................... 2000, 213]

Dynatech ...................................................... 2{)26

E]ectrohome ............................................ 2014, 2{¸129

Electrophomc .................................................... 2{)14

En/el>,on ................. 20[2, 20[4, 2015, 2{)2[, 2024. 2(}25,

............. 2026. 2029, 2030, 203I, 2032, 2033, 21)34, 2(}35,

............................... 2036, 2037, 2038, 2039, 2040. 2041,

......................... 2(}42, 2044, 2045, 204G, 20i7, 2(K_5.

.................................................. 2113, 2116, 2117, 2130

Fishe_ ........................................... 201[, 21)23, 20i8.

........................................ 20}9, 2050, 2051, 21)52, 2118

Fuil ............................................................... 2021. 2[ 19

Funti .......................................................... 2026

Gmmld .................................................................. 21)26

GE ............................................... 200(L 21)()[, 2013,

............................... 202I, 2022, 2053, 2115, 2120, 2131

GokIstai ......................... 2009, 2014, 2018, 2054, 2131

Gradiente .................................................................. 21)26

ttmley I)avkison .......................................... 21)26

ttmman Kudon ..................................................... 2009

ttam_ood ..................................................... 21)61

ttea_kttmltel .......................................................... 2(111

tlit tchJ .................................................... 2055, 2056,

..................................... 2057 , 21(}7, 211[, 212(L 2122

Hi Q ........................................................................ 21)23

Instant Replay ................................................ 21)21

ICI ......................................................................... 21)21

l(] PelqBe) ............................... 2009, 2010. 21)11, 2(113,

.................................... 20[i, 2021, 2022, 21)55, 21)56,

........................................... 2058, 2059, 206(L 2107, 2118

Iensen .......................................... 2(155, 2056, 21 [I

IVC ......................... 2009, 20[0, 201I, 2018, 2111.2[23

Kenwood ...................................... 2009, 2010, 2(111,

............................................ 2016, 2018, 2111, 2123

KLH ....................................................................... 21)61

KodM( .................................................... 2014. 2(121

Audio Codes

Programmable fi)r AUX and VPORT bum)ns.

RCA and Dimensia

AMiFM .............................................. d)03. 4270

AIX ...................................................... 4004

Phono ................................................................... 4005

lape ........................................................ 4006

CD ............................................ 4007. 4190. 4211

Receivers

Aiwa .......................................... 426[, 4262,4263,4264.

RCA ................ 2000, 20(1I, 2003, 21)13, 21)21, 2(155, 2056 ............................................ 4265, 4266, 426-, 4277

R tdk/shackiReafistic .................. 201[, 21)13, 21)14. 2(121,

............ 2022. 2(}23, 2026, 2029, 2049, 2{)5(I, 2096, 2[32

Rtdix .......................................................... 2014

Rmdex ....................................................................... 2014

Ricoh .......................................................... 2[28

Rttnco .................................................................. 2[0i

Samsung .................. 2005, 2013, 2015, 2033, 21)53, 2112

Sanky ............................................... 2104, 2132

Sansui ........................................ 201(L 2092, 2111, 2123

Sanyo .......................................... 21)11. 2(113, 2(123

Scott ...................................... 2012, 21)15, 21)25, 2032

2038, 21)65, 2093, 2116

Sears ........................... 201 [, 2014, 21)21. 2023, 2048,

................. 2{149, 2050, 2051, 2055, 21)56. 2[07, 2[ 18

Shtrp ................ 2017, 2029, 2094, 21)95, 2090, 2(197, 213i

Shhitom ............................ 2004, 2056, 20(/1, 2098

Shogttn .................................................... 2013

Signature ................................................................ 2131

Singer ......................................... 21)21. 2(161, 2128

SoW .......................................... 2004, 2098, 2099, 2119

SIS .......................................................... 2(121. 2[07

Sylvania ................................................ 21)21. 2(122,

.................................. 2026, 2062, 2063, 2(X_5, 2[24

Symphonic ................................................................. 2026

hmdy ........................................................ 20[I

[ashiko .................................................................. 20[4

Iatang ............................................................ 2111

I_-,\C......................................................2026. 2(185. 2111

[ethnics ............................................... 2021, 2[09

h'knik t ........................ 2014, 21)21, 2026. 2[00, 2129

[MK .................................................... 2(113. 2(124, 2047

l_)shib t ...................................... 2015, 21>19, 2051,

.................................................. 2055, 2(X,5. 2(193, 2116

l_>tevslon .......................................... 21)13, 2014

I nlrech ......................................................... 2(113

"vector Research ............................ 2009, 201(1, 21)15. 2016

\ictor ............................................................. 2010

\ideo Concepts ................ 2009, 2010, 2015. 2(116, 21 [3

\ ideosonJc ........................................................ 20[3

Lloyd .................................................................... 21)26 \xPalds ...................................... 2013, 2014, 21)15. 2021,

Logik ........................................................ 2(Kfl .......................... 2(123, 2026, 2029, 2055, 2056, 21)61.

................... 2096, 2101, 2102, 2103. 2107. 2116, 2132

XR 10(}0 ......................................21)21.2026.2061

Yamaha ................................2009,20]0.2(I]1.2{118,21[i

Zenkh .........................2004,2{)<)8,2104,2119,2128

DVD codes

Programmable for I)VD, VPORT
A [IX buttons.

I_X] ..................................................................... 2{)14

Magnavox ........................................... 202[, 2{)22, 2{)62.

.......................................... 2063, 21(}4, 2105, 210g, 2124

MagMn .......................................................... 21)13

Marantz ........................................... 200% 2010, 21)11.

....................................... 2016, 2()18, 202I, 2062. 2(16i

Maria ............................................................. 21)14

Masushlta ......................................................... 21)21

Mel ..................................................................... 21)21

Memolex ................................................. 2011. 2(113,

........................... 2014, 202I, 2023, 202(_, 2104, 2132

Ab.xa .......................................................... 30(}9

Denon ........................................................ 4283

Harman Kardon ....................................................... 4276

]VC ............................................................. 4268

]\I .......................................................... 4276

Kenwood ..................................................... 42(}{)

Onkyo ...........................................................4278

Optlnms .................................................................. 4284

Panasonie ............................................. 4279, 4280

Pioneer ....................................................... 42_5

RC4 ..................................................................... _270

Sherwood ................................................... 4282

Sony .................................................. 4271. 4272. 4281

lechnics ................................................. 4279, 4280

Wards ............................................................... 4275

Yanltha..................................................4274, 4275

CD Players

ADC ................................................. 4200, 4201, 4220

Mwa .......................................................... 4175, 42{)3

Akai ........................................................ 4205

Denon ........................................................... 4208

Dynatech ................................................................ 4177

EITIel son ........................................................ ¸4¸[78

Fisher •.......................................... 4179_ 4212, 4213

GE ...................................................................... 4216

Hitachi ......................................................... ¸4¸[80

]'vC ...................................................... 4181. 422]

Kenwood ................................................ 4183, 4222, 4224

Luxrnan ...................................................... 4225

Maranlz ............................................................ 4185. ¸4226

Mit subishi .............................................. 4229, 4230

MCS ..................................................................... 4228

Nakamichi .............................................. 4232_ ¸4233

NEC .............................................................. 4184

Onkyo ........................................... 4186, 42_, ¸4235

Optlmus ................................................. 4237, 4238, 4239

Panasonic .................................................... 4188

Pioneer ........................................................ 4189, ¸4240

RCA ................................................... 4190. 42I]

Sanyo ................................................................ 4250

Sears ........................................................... 4207

Sherwood .................................................... ¸4243

Sony .............................................. 4195, 42{)9, ¸4244

I_ac .................................................... 4245, 4246, ¸4247

I_chnics ........................................................... 4I_

Ibshiba ............................................................... 423¸1

Yamaha ........................................ 4198, 4199, 4268

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3

Using the TV's Features

Chapter Overview:

• About the GUIDE Plus+ System

• The Channel Banner

• PIP (Picture-In-Picture)

• Auto Tuning

• Parental Controls and V-Chip

Changing

Grapbics co_zlcti_zed u,ilbi_z tbi_ publicatio_ ctt_./br r_)reoe_zlctlio_z o_l_'. 27

Using TV s Features

Video Action Program Menu

window buttons information options

Promotional Channel
information listings

About the GUIDE Plus+ System

The GLIDE Plus+ system is an interactive on-screen program guide that lists TV

schedules lk_r your area and allows your TV direct control of a cable box and/or
VCR. You nlnst first set up the GUIDE Plus+ Menu system in order to view this
on-screen program guide (see Chapter 1 tk>r details). Press G{IDE lo bring up

tile GUIDE Plus+ system.

There are six sections of tile GUIDE Plus+ system:

• Video window

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

• Program inl_rnmtion

• A row of menu options (G*qd, _S?_<News, Schedz_t< Message._. Promoti_ms,
Cl_at_nels, .S?,lJq))

• Promotional inlk>rmation

• Channel listings

Note: The GUIDEPlus+systemscreens illustrated in this book are representations
of what you are likely to see. Not all channels, programs, and GUIDEPlus+

information depicted will be available in your area.
New features and options can be downloaded to the GUIDE Plus+system,sothese

too are subject to change.

Tip

Since the program information provided by the
GUIDEPlus+ system is based on your locale, you wilt
need to run Setup again if you move to a different

zip or postal code.

Downloading Data

The GUIDE Plus+ system is not available until it completes its first download of

program listings. When tile power is turned oil', the TV locates a "host channel"
that carries G{IDE Plus+ system data containing program schedule and channel
lineup inli>rmation. A channel lineup is tile list of stations and their respective

channels.

To ensure that your I_rst download of data is complete, you should leave your
TV off overnight. Downloads occur several times a day. The TV must be turned

olt"t_>rGLIDE Plus+ syst_.m data to download.
If tile TV loses power or is unplugged, GUIDE Plus+ system program listings

may be lost. When power is restored, make sure the setup inlk>rmation is still
correct. The GLIDE Plus+ system will receive updated program inlk>rmation

during the next scheduled download.

Channel Lineup

If more than one cable company services your area, you may be prompted with
STtJ _ 5: Choosing Yoz_r Cl_annet Line*_p aider tile first GUIDE Plus+ system

download. You will need to identit? your cable company by selecting tile
correct channel numbers l_>rthe stations in question.

• Use file up and down arrow buttons lo change tile channel group and

press OK when tile correct channel group is highlighted.

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@_!ZD{!D

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Press GUIDE on the remote control to see

the GUIDE Plus+ system. To remove the
program guide from the screen, press
OK, GUIDE, or CLEAR.

Getting In & Out of the GUIDE Plus+ System

_R_enter the GUIDE Plus+ system:

• Press GUIDE on the remote.

• Press and hold MEN[ lbr 2 seconds on the Dont panel.

To exit the GUIDE Plus+ system:

• Highlight a program and press OK to exit tile GtlDE Plus+ system and tune
to tile channel.

• Press GUIDE to exit tile GI_IDE Plus+ system and tune to tile channel
displayed in tile video window.

• Press CLEAR to exit tile G{IDE Plus+ system and return to tile original
channel.

The GUIDE Plus+ System Menus

The GraDE Plus+ system o_rs eight di_rent options on the Menu bar: GHd,
5brl, Ne'w._)_'fcbt,clJilt,, Mes.sw_,des, Promotions, Cbat_nels and 5_tJip. To access the

Menu bar:

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

2. Press MENU or use tile up and down arrow bull<ms to select the Menu bar
(the Grid Guide appears by dethult).

3. Use tile left and right arrow buuons to access other menus.

4. Press OK, or MENU, or use tile down arrow butRm R_see tile menu options.

Grid Guide

"File Grid Guide appears each time you enter tile G{IDE Plus+ system. It
displays tile current programming tk)r each channel. The current program is

displayed in tile video window.

• Press tile tip and down arrow buttons on file remote to browse channel
listings and the channel up and down buuons to page lhrough tile listings.

Use tile right and left arrow buuons to browse t\lture program listings.

_R)tune to a channel, highlight the program you want to view in tile
channel listing and press OK. Press CLEAR to exit the GtlDE Plus+ system
and return to tile original channel. Press GI. IDE to exit the GUIDE Plus+

system and tune to lhe channel in tile video window.

Then use tile Grid Guide Action Butlons as described next.

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Grid guide Grid guide
menu action buttons
selection

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

screen.

Grid Guide Action Buttons

Action buttons will change according to where you are in the GUIDE Plus+
system. Be sure to look at fl_eaction bar be_re pressing the

command numbers.

When highlighling lhe program, lhe lk}llowing Action bunons appear:

Watch Press 1 on the remote to place a timer in the Schedule t_)r the TV to
turn on and tune to the program highlighted in the channel listing. When
the TV turns on, the GLIDE Plus+ system will automatically appear with the
scheduled program highlighted and tuned in the video window.

Go To Press 2 on the remote to bring tip the direct dial box and enter the

number of the channel you want. Press OK to highlight the channel and
current program in the channel listing of the Grid guide. Press OK again to
tune to the highlighted channel. If the video window is unlocked, it will
automatically tune to the channel.

• Record Press 3 on the remote to place a timer in the Schedule lk)r the VCR

to record the program highlighted in the channel listing.
If you have a cable box, changing channels on the TV will not cause the

cable box channel to change while recording.

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

The program inff>rmation window will display a confirmation when you have
successl\flly scheduled a program to walch or record.

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

same time or overlap, you will receive a timer conflict message. You must choose

between the two programs,

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

• Lock/Unlock Press 1 to lock or unlock the video window to eifl_er stay at
one channel as you browse the GLIDE Plus+ system (lock) or change as
you browse through difll.rent channels (unlock).

Go To Press 2 on the remote to bring tip the direct dial box and enter the

number of the channel you want. Press OK to highlight the channel and
current program in the channel listing of the Grid Guide. If the video
window is locked, press OK to tune to the highlighted channel. If the video
window is unlocked, it will automatically tune to that channel.

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Sort menu
selection

Categories

Sort

"File ._)ri menu lets you browse programs by category. The channel to which
you are currently tuned is displayed in the video window.

To Sort:

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

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

3. Use the arrows to highlight 3iJrt When 3iJrt is highlighted liar the first time,
the Movies cat_.gory is displayed. Thereafter, the last category used becomes
the det).tult. A listing of subcategories is displayed below the calegory name.

Use the leti and right arrows to highlight other categories.

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

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

6. Select MENL to return to the menu bar, or press GUIDE or CLEAR to exit
the GUIDE Plus+ system.

Then use the Sort Menu Action Buuons as described next.

Sort Menu Action Buttons

When viewing tile results of a Sort, the l_llowing Action buttons appear:

• Watch Press 1 on tile remote to place a timer in the Schedule, and then
l_llow tile on-line help ff_r t\lrther options. Placing a timer in the Schedule
will cause the TV lo turn on and tune to tile program highlighted in the
Channel listing at tile predel_.rmined time.

• Record Press 3 on the remote to set tile VCR to record the program
highlighted in the channel listing. If you have a cable box, changing TV

channels will not cause the cable box channel to change while recording.

"File program inff)rmation window will display a confirmation when you have
successl\flly scheduled a program to watch or record.

Notes; If you have selected two programs to watch or record which begin at the
same time or overlap, you wiil receive a timer conflict message. You must choose

between the two programs,

Be surethat during the GUIDEPius+system setup you specified that you have a

VCR.

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Using TV s Features

News menu
selection

News

The iYel15 nlenu lets you browse current news stories by headline.

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

2. Press MEN[ on the remow control lo select the menu bar.

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

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

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

• Use tile channel up and down to browse through tile list one page at

it tinge.

5. Press tile right arrow button to see t\lll text.

6. If there are multiple pages of text, press tile right or left arrow buKon to
page tk)rward or back through tile pages of text. Press the down arrow to
view tile next story.

7. Select MENL to return to the Menu bar, or press GLIDE or CLEAR on tile
remote to exit the GUIDE Phls+ system.

Schedule menu Schedule menu
action buttons _ selection

Schedule

"File 3ghedale menu allows you to alter timers k>r either viewing or recording
programs. The GLIDE Plus+ system allows one-touch VCR recording if yOU

have connected the G-LINK cable to your VCR. See Chapter 1 tbr more details
on connecting the G-LINK cable.

To schedule a program to watch or record:

1. If the GUIDE Phls+ system isn't on your screen, press GUIDE on your

renlote control.

2. Press MENU on tile remow to select the Menu bar.

3. Highlight a program within the Channel listing.

4. Select Watch or Record Dora tile Action bunons bar. The timer is then
automatically logged imo the Schedal_, menu.

5. If you select Reco*zl, make sure to place a blank tape in the VCR and turn
it off.

Note: If you have a cable box connected to your TV and VCR, tune your VCR to the
cable box output channel prior to turning off the VCR.

"File program inff)rmation window will display a confirnmtion when you have
successl\llly scheduled a program to watch or record.

Note: If you have selected two programs to watch or record which begin at the
same time or overlap, you will receive a timer conflict message. You must choose

between the two programs.

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To remove or change the trequency (daily, once, or weekly) ota scheduled
event, access lhe Scbechde menu I_comthe Menu bar.

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

2. Press MEN[ on lhe remote to select lhe Menu bar.

3. Use tile arrows to highlight the Schedzde menu selection,

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

Then use tile Schedule Menu Action Buttons as described next.

Schedule Menu Action Buttons

When viewing the 5"chec/z_ menu the _)llowing Action butlons appear:

• Remove Highlight tile Watch or Record timer you wish to remove t)rom
the schedule and press 1 on the remote.

• Change Highlight tile Watch or Record timer you wish to change and
press 3 on the remote to toggle the t?equency between the tk>llowing

choices:

DAILY records the same program each day Monday lhrough Friday.

ONCE records only on that day.

WEF_LY records the program each week at the same time.

Messages menu

selection

Messages

Occasionally you will receive messages regarding your GLIDE Plus+ systt'nl, as
well as special programming inl_mnation. You can access these messages trom

the _llessc(ges menu on the Menu bar.

To read nlessages:

1. If the G[ II)E Plus+ system isn't on your screen, press GUIDE on your
remote con/rol.

2. Press MEN[ on tile remote to select tile Menu bar.

3. Use the arrows to highlight the illessc(ges menu selection.

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

5. Press INFO to display the Adl text of the message. If the text continues
beyond the screen, press INFO to view the next page of text. Once you
have reached the end of tile message, press INFO to close the expanded

infkmnation and return to the Messages screen.

Then use tile Messages Menu Action Button as described next.

Messages Menu Action Button

When viewing tile M_,ssag_,sm_,nu tile tollowing Action button appears:

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

the remote.

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Using TV s Features

Channelsmenu Channelsmenu

action buttons selection

\

Channels

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

certain channels, For instance, you may disable channels that you never watch.

YOU can restore disabled channels at a later point in time.

1. If file Guide Plus+ system isn't on your screen, press GUIDE on your
remote con/rol.

2. Press MENU to select the Menu bar.

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

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

Channels Menu Action Buttons

While browsing the Cbann_4_ menu, the l_llowing Action buttons appear:

• Cancel Press 1 on tile renloll" to cancel any changes you made since
entering file CbanneL_ Menu.

• Change Press 2 on the remote to change lhe channel number tk_r the
highlighted channel line.

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

On and Qf/_

Setup

The Settcp menu allows you to access tile GUIDE Plus+ system setup information. "R_ access the
Setup option:

1. If tile Guide Plus+ system isn't on your screen, press G{IDE on your remote control.

2. Press MENll lo select the Menu Bar.

3. Use the right arrow to highlight the Sell@ menu selection.

4. tse the up and down arrows to select Cbangt, ,_Fst_'m settings, Rez&,w options, or

Vietg ¢[Pl_o.

• Change system settings Confirms the settings you c<mpleted in the (;4 IDE Plus+
system setup are correct.

* Review options Displays tile GUIDE Plus+ aulo display options.

On Automatically displays the GUIDE Plus+ system when you press the ON*OFF

bulton on tile remote control.

Off Disables the GUIDE Plus+ system t)com being displayed when you press tile

ON •OFF button on the remote control.

* View demo Runs tile GUIDE Plus+ system demonstratiorx

Note: If you have not completed your GUIDE Plus+systemsetup, these options will not be available. A
screen will prompt you to complete your setup.

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Promotional information

How to Get More Information About an

Advertisement or a Program

"_) _nd out nlore in_)rma_on abotlt a program, advertisen_ent or special, use

the left arrow button to highlight the channel listing or promotional

inl_mnation box.

Requesting more inlk>rmation about a particular show displays the PlusCode
programming number and the _S_9owson Next t_)r that channel.

Press the INFO bullon to exit the expanded inlk3rmation screen.

Promotions

The Promotions menu displays a list of all lhe promotions available through the
GUIDE Plus+ system. Highlight the Promotions menu and then use the down

arrow to scroll through the list, When the promotion you want to view is
highlighted, press INFO (the promotional inlkmnation appears on-screen). Press

the right arrow to return to the Promotions list.

GUIDE Plus+ Menu Items

The G!/IDtiI)h¢s+ Menn gives you access to [)atures in the GUIDE Plus+ system.
"R) access the G{:I1)E Ph_s+ Menn:

1, Press MENU on the remote,

2. Highlight Gt,7I)E Phcs+ Menz¢ and press OK,

Each menu and the sub-nlenus are listed below:

GUIDE Plus+ Setup Displays STtiP 4: Co*{/?rming Yoztr Settings screen of the

GUIDE Plus+ system setup.

Ye& everything is correct Confim_s the se/lings you completed in the
GUIDE Plus+ system setup are correct.

Ye& but my channel lineup is incomect Displays S2tiP 5: Choosing YozCr

Channel Lineup screen, allowing you to change your lineup if it is incorrect.

No, repeat setup process Begins the GUIDE Plus+ system setup.

GU1DEPIus+ Label Displays the GLIDE Plus+ label menu.

On Displays the station name when you change channels.
Off "ll_e station name isn't displayed when you change channels,

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

turned off. To turn off the demonstration you must turn off the TV.

Note:Ifyou havenot completed your GUIDEPlus+system setup, these options will
not beavailable.A screenwill prompt youto complete your setup.

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Using TV s Features

Sample displays on a Channel Banner.

Channel Banner

There are several indicators lhat might appear when you press tile TV or INFO
buuons on tile remote. This display is called tile Channel Banner. The li>llowing

list describes tile items on tile Channel Banner screen (leti to right and lop to
boltom).

12:01 Displays the current time.

The lock is displayed to indicate when tile Parental Controls
are locked or unlocked.

Displayed when Closed Captioning is available on tile
current channel.

ESPN

6O

Displays tile label assigned to tile current channel.
Displays tile current channel or input channel.

Mute is displayed when you mtm. tile audio.

St_.reo is displayed when lhe current channel is broadcasting
in Stereo.

SAP

PIP V1D

Displayed when tile current channel is broadcasting SAP
(Second Audio Prograln) information.

Displays the current PIP channel.

OO:OO

Displayed when tile Sleep Tilner has been set.

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

The PIP (Picture-In-Picture) Feature

"File I It (I icture-In-t icture) feature lets you display a second, snmller picture on top of tile
main picture. You can surl through channels within tile PiP window.

How to Use PIP

1. Tune to tile channel you want to watch,

2. Press tile PiP button (tile PiP window appears with tile same picture in it as tile main
picture).

3. If you want to change channels in lhe PiP window, press lhe CH CTRL bulton. Then press
the CH+ or CH- button to change channels in lhe PiP window. To switch tile picture in tile

PIP window to tile main picture, press SWAP.

4. To make tile PiP window disappear, press PiP.

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PIP --
buttons

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buttons

The buttons on the remote control that

operate the PiP feature include: the four
arrow buttons, CH CTRL, PiP, and SWAP.

PIP Buttons: General Explanation

Thv buttons on thv remolu control that you'll use t_)r the PIP l_ature are
explained below:

PIP Press the PIP butlon to make lhe PIP window appear on the screen. Press
PIP again to remove the window.

Note: If you selected Alternate with PIP button in the PIP Closed-Caption Display

menu, press the PIP button when the PiP window is on the screen to see closed-

captioning in the PiP window.

Arrow buttons (left, right, up, and down) Move tile PIP window to
difl)rent areas of tile screen.

CH CTRL (channel control) Lets you switch channel control between tile PIP
window and the main picture, To determine whether tile remote control is tile
PIP picture or the main picture, look at the TV screen: the yellow channel

number is the one you are controlling. Press CH CTP,L to change which picture
you're controlling.

SWAP Switches, or "swaps," where tile two pictures appear on tile TV screen.
The smaller PIP picture swaps to the main screen and the main picture goes to

tile liltle PIP window.

Skip to PIP: Channel Surfing in the Main Picture

You can surf through lhe channels during c(}mmercial breaks using the SKIP

and CH (channel) buu(ms.

1. Press SKIP to set tile commercial skip timer on the channel you are

watching (PIP window appears).

2. Press tile CH+ or CH- button to surf through tile channels in the main

picture. When the SKIP t>ature times out, the main picture tunes to the
original channel automatically and the PIP window disappears.

How To Use PIP With A Cable Box

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

2. Press lhe PiP butRm on tile remote (the PIP window appears with tile
same picture in it as tile main picture).

3. Turn on lhe VCR.

4. If the picture gets l\_zzy, press tile TViVCR button on tile VCR.

5. "R) see a dif'l>rent picture in lhe PiP window:

• Press tile TV button on tile remote control.

• Press tile INPUT button on the remote until you see the picture that's
coming l]com the VCR (PIP VII) appears on tile screen).

6. "R>change tile picture in lhe PIP window, you need to change the channel

on tile VCR because the VCR is the second signal source.
Press tile channel buttons on the VCR or on the VCR's remote control.

7. "R>change the channel in the main picture, press CH CTRL until the main
channel number appears highlighled (yellow). Press the channel Lip or

down bulton on tile remote control.

Note: Channel up and down tunes to the video input channels when the VID
channel is highlighted (yellow).

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With the auto tuning feature, you can set
up the TV to tune to the channel you

need to watch by pressing that
component's button.

Why You Should Use the Auto
Tuning Feature

The auto-tuning l_ature automatically tunes the TV to the correct channel t_>r
dilt_rent components you have connected to your TV (like a VCR, DVD Player,

etc.) When you set up auto tuning in the menu system you don't have to
remember lo change your TV to channel 3, t_>rexample, when you want to

watch the tape in your VCR.

How to Set Up the Auto Tuning Feature

The way you set up the auto tuning _ature in the TV's menu corresponds to
the component buttons on tile remote and the way you have each component

connected to your TV. When you set auto tuning, you're telling the TV what
channel to tune to when you press tile VCP,, DVD, or SAT-CABLE button on

the remote control.

1. Press MENU (tile TVMAINMENUappears).

2. Highlight Cbanneland press OK on your retools, control.

3. Highlight Azao 7k_ningdand press OK.

4. Choose which channel you would like to set:

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

TV tunes lo when you press the VCR button on the remote.

Set DVD Cbanne! Displays a list that lets you select the channel that the

TV tunes lo when you press the DVD butlon.

Set SAT/(_BLE Channel Displays a list that lets you set up lhe channel

that the TV tunes to when you press SAT° CABLE.

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

connected to this TV, and press OK.

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"File choices and a brief explanation tk)llow:

Noteonneeted Choose this if you don't have this particular component

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

Channel2 (SAT/CABLE only) Component (satellite or cable box) is

connected to the CABLE/ANTENNA jack on the back of the TV, and you want
the TV to tune to channel 2 when you press tile SKI',, CABLE button on tile

remote. Reminder: make sure the component's Channel 2/3/4 swilch is set to
channel 2. Usually this switch is on the back of the component.

Channel3 Component is connected to the CABLE/ANTENNA jack on tile back

of the TV, and you want tile TV to tune to channel 3 when you press tile
corresponding bulton on tile remote. R_.minder: make sure tile component's
Channel 3/4 switch is set to channel 3.

Channel 4 Component is connected to lhe CABLE/ANTENNA jack on the

back of the TV, and you want the TV to tune to channel 4 when you press the
corresponding bulton on tile remote. Reminder: make sure tile component's
Channel 3/4 switch is set to channel 4.

Video Input 1 Component is connected to tile INPI_T1 VIDEO jack on the
back of the TV and you want the TV to tune to VID1 Input Channel when you

press the component button.

Video Input 2 Component is connected to tile INPtT2 VIDEO jack on the
back of the TV and you want the TV to tune to VID2 Input Channel when you

press the component button.

Note: You should chooseVideo Input 1 or 2 for your VCRif you connected it to the

TV with audio/video cables.

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Parental Controls and V-Chip

"File Parental Controls menu allows you to program your TV so that children
cannot see certain progranls, channels, or use the t)cont panel controls.

"File first three choices in the Parental ControL_ menu involve software inside
your TV (ret)rred to as V-Chip) which allows you to block TV programs and

movies based on violence, sex, or other content you may believe children
should not view. In other words, it lets you program your TV so it won't display

certain programs.

Once you block programs, you or other adults can unblock programs by
entering a password.

By det3ult, tile software inside your TV is turned ' otJ[_"so if you don't want to
use this tl.ature, you can just ignore it.

How V-Chip Works

When turned 'on, the V-Chip sol, ware n.ads a code that most broadcasters
send with programs. That code tells the software the program's age-based rating
(TV-MA, TV-14, etc.) and content themes [(Violence (V), Adult Language (D,

etc.)]. If you have blocked lhe rating and/or conl_.nt themes that the program
contains, you will receive the message, '"I'llis channel is not approved tk>r

viewing," when you tune lo that particular channel.
Broadcast_.rs are not required lo provide conl_.nt themes, so programs received

with no content themes will only be blocked if you block their age-based rating.

You can also block out programs that have been given a rating of "Not Rated,"
and programs that are considered %mrated" because no code has been sent by
the broadcaster. The TV age-based ratings and content themes you can block

are listed in the tk_llowing table.

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

TV-MA Mature Audience Only. Specific dly designed to Ix' xiewed by adults md may b_" unsuit tbl_' fk>rchildren

under t7. it contains one or more of the' f_llowing content themes: crude indecent language (L), explicit
sexual activity (S), or graphic violence (V).

Parents Strongly Cautioned. Contains some materi fl that mmy 1) fronts would find unsuitabh, f_)rchildren

TV-]4 under i4. Ptrents ue strongly urged to exercise gre tter care in monitoring this progr un and are c rationed

against letting children under the age of 14 watch unattended. Fhis program contains one or more of the
f_)Ilowing content themes: intensely suggestive dialogue (I)), strong coarse language (L), intense sexual

situations (S), or intense violence (V).

Parental Guid_lce Suggested. Contains material that parents may find unsuitable for younger children. Many

TV-PG parents may want to watch it with their younger children. The program contains one or more of the f2)Ilowing

content themes: some suggestive dialogue (I)), inff_,quent coarse language (L), some sexual situations (S), or
moderate violence (V).

TV-G General Audience. Most parents would find this program suitable f2)rall ages. It contains

little or no sexual dialogue (D) or situations (S), no strong language (L), and little
or no violence (V).

Directed to Children 7 years mid older, l)esigned for chiMren ages 7 and aboxe. It m W be more

TV-Y7 appropriate for cl_ildren who hwe tcquired ttle devek)i)naent tl sMlls needed to distinguish between mtke

believe and reality. ['heroes and elements in this program may include mild fantasy violence (FV) or comedic

violence, or may frighten children under the age of 7.

TV-Y All children. ['bemes and elements in this program are designed R)r a young audience, including children

flom ages 2 6. It is not expected to frighten younger children.

V-Chip TV Rating Limit

The _:Cbip TVRating Limit lets you decide which TV programs can and cannot
be viewed,

To set TV programming limits:

Choose Parental Controls t)com the Main menu. If Parental Controls have

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

efli*ctive until you lock Parental Controls.

2. Press MENU to continue.

3. Highlight and select V-Chip TVRating Limit:

4. Once you get to lhe V-Chip TVRat#zg Limit screen, use the arrow l)ullons

and OK on your rentote to change lhe stares of a TV program rating or
content theme from Vic*wto Btoc_.

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

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The V-Chip Rating Limit Screen

"File t_Jlowing is an example of where items are loc'at_.d within the. P,ating Limit screen.

Rating Field

t('[s you s_It_c[ frown _l

li_ of a_-basecl ratings

you can block or view

Rating Status Field

Lets _ou s_'l('_t wh_-th_-_ the status of the- age bas_'d rating limit to

the k'ft is View o_ Block

Content Themes

Lists the con[ent themes you

can block or view

Lets you select which

COYlt(2I][ thel]l(2s to view _I"

[he selected ra[ing, and
whether the _atus of the

COYl[ei][ theHle is C_llTen[ly

View (V) or Block (B)

Rating Settings Area

Lets _ou s_'("ill(" cm'wnt blocki\icw state of age-based ratings and
assodated content "lhe View (\9 settings aw coch<l in gwcn and the

Block (B) s_'tting, are _od_'d in red

Rating Rating Content
field status field status fields

Tip

When you change the status of a rating to Block,
the system will automatically block higher ratings
and all corresponding content themes.

Blocking Age-Based Ratings

You can automatically block all program ratings above a specified age-based
rating level. For example, if you only want your child to watch programs that

have a TV-G rating and lower (in oilier words, you want tile child to watch

TV-G, TV-Y7, and TV-Y), then you need to block out other programming with

higher ratings.

"Ibblock programs with higher ratings:

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

2. Press tile left and right arrow buuons to highlight tile Ratit<,4field.

3. Press tile up and down arrow buttons on file remow to scroll through the
age-based rating limits. Keep scrolling until the rating corresponding with

tile lowest rating you do not want the child lo watch appears on the screen.
In file example discussed above, you would scroll through the Rating field

until TV-PG appears, since the highest rating you want tile child lo watch is

TV-G.

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Hierarchy of Age=Based Ratings

TV-MA Mature Audience Only

TV-14 Parents Strongly Cautioned

TV-PG Parental Guidance Suggested
TV-G General Audience

TV-Y7 Directed to Children 7years

and older

TV-Y All Children

rip

Toresetthe ratings to View and V,pressthe RESET
button on the remote.

4_

5.

6_

7.

Press the right arrow button lo move the yellow highlight to tile

.ST_tz_sfield.

Press the up or down arrow button to toggle between l/Tewand BtocA The
status lbr the rating listed to lhe left and all higher ratings aulomatically
changes to Btocla (and B).

Press OK on tile relnoh" to return to tile inenu or exit tile screen when you
are finished.

Select Lode Parental Controls from the Parental Controls menu. Enter a
password, and if you have not already set your password, you will be

prompted to enl_.r it again to confirm.

Rating Rating Content

field status field status fields

Viewing Age-Based Ratings

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

1. Determine which blocked rating you want to view.

2. Use tile up and down arrow buuons lo select tile rating with a status

of Bt(_ch.

3. Press the right arrow butlon to move the yellow highlight to tile rating
status field.

4. Press the up butlon to select l/Tew.

Notes: The content status fields corresponding to the unblocked rating become
View as well They and the age-based rating status are the only fields that

automatically change back to View when you complete this process,
You must remember to lock Parental Controls for rating limits to take effect.

Content Themes

D Sexually explicit dialogue
L Adult language

S Sexualsituations
V Violence

FV Fantasy Violence
TV-Y All Children

Blocking Specific Content Themes

You can block programs based on their conlent. (Content is represented by the

D, L, S, V, FV and TV-Y on your screen. See tile beginning of this section tk)r
details.) When you block a content theme tk)r a particular rating, you

automatically block lhat content theme lbr higher ramd programs as well.
For example, if you do not want your child to watch programs that have adult

language (L) rated TV-PG or higher, then you could block out all programming
TV-PG and above containing adult language.

(Steps explained on next page)

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Rating Rating Content

field status field themes

Content

status fields

"R) block program content:

1. Determine tile lowest level of content yocl dont want tile child to watch.

2. Use tile up and down arrow buttons on tile remow to scroll fllrough tile
age-based ratings until tile rating that corresponds with tile lowest content
you do not want tile child to walch appears. (In tile examplt, above, you
would scroll through tilt, ratings until the TV-PG rating appeared.)

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

4. Pn, ss tile Lip or down arrow button to change content status l_oln VK) B,
All lfigller ratings' content theme will automatically cllange to B.

5. Press OK to return to tile nlenn or exit tile screen.

Notes: Broadcasters are not required to provide content themes or age-based
ratings Programs received with no content themes will only be blocked if you block

their age-based rating.
You must remember to lock Parental Controls for rating limits to take effect.

Rating Rating Content
field status field themes

Content

status fields

Viewing Specific Content Themes

If you block specific content themes, you have tile option of going back and
cllanging some of tile content themes back to (_9 l_Tez_

2.

3_

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

Use tile up and down arrow buttons lo scroll through tile age-based ratings

until tile rating whose conwnt lheme you want to change to I/Tewappears.
Press tile right arrow butlon to move tile yellow highlight to a particular

content theme status, sucll as tile B under language (L) corresponding witll
TV-14.

4_

Press tile Lip or down arrow butlon to cllange its status back to K Your
child would lhen be able lo vvatcll programs with TV-14 adult language
content, but not programs with TV-PG or TV-MA language content.

Note: Only the content theme status corresponding to TV-14(L) language changes
to (V)View Higher rated content themes, such asthat for TV-MA language, do not

change.

V-Chip Movie Rating Limit

You s_'t movie rating limits by blocking movies rated above' a specifi_.d level.
How to block movie ratings and view movie ratings is explained in tile next two

sections.
"R)access file V-CIIIP MO V1KRATING LIMIT menu:

1. Press MENU on tile remoW control (tile TVMAl_/rMENUappears).

2. Select Parental Control._ (press 6).

3. Select V-Chip Moz,ie l?atin/4 Limit (press 2).

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Rating field

Rating
status field

Blocking Movie Ratings

If you only want your child to watch movies that have a PG rating and lower

(in other words, movies rated PG and G), then you could automatically block
out all other movies with higher ratings.

To block movies:

2_

3_

4.

Highlight the Rat#(_ field and press the up and down arrow buttons to find
the rating that is the lowest rating you don't want the child to watch. (In
the example above, you would highlight tile rating status butlon
corresponding to PG-13, since the highest rating you want the child to

watch is PG.)
Press the right arrow butlon to highlight the rating St_tzts field. Press tile up

and down arrow buttons to change tile buuon ficom l&,w to Block. All
higher ratings autonmtically change to Block.

Press OK to return to tile inenu or exit the screen.

If Parental Controls are not locked, you inust lock them so the movie rating
limits will take etJ[_ct.

Note: Some movies may be given a Not Rated (NR) rating. After blocking movie
ratings, you must set NR to View separately to view NR movies.

Rating field Rating

status field

Viewing Movie Ratings

Alier you block movie ratings, you have the option of changing some of the
rating status buttons back R) l_c-_w:

1. Highlight the Rat#_/_ field and press tile up and down arrow buuons to find
the rating you want to view.

2. Press the right arrow butlon to highlight tile rating Status field. Press tile up
and down arrows to change tile buuon t_om Block to l&,t_

For example, if movies with a rating of PG-13 and higher are blocked, you can
change tile rating stares corresponding with NC-17. Your child would then be
able to watch all movies with a G, PG, and NC-17 Rating.

3. Press OK to exit tile screen, and be sure parental controls are locked.

View

V-Chip Unrated Program Block

Selecting this option lets you decide if programs that d_eV-Chip recognizes as

'unrated' can be viewed. Note that 'unrated' TV programs nmy include news,

sports, political, religious, local and weather programs, emergency bulletins,
public announcements, and programs without ratings.

View All unrated programs are available.

Block All unrated programs are not available.

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

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Channel Block

Selecting this option lets you decide what channels can be viewed.

View Makes the selected channel viewable.

Block The t_contpanel and remote control CH (channel) buuons will tune

only to channels that you have marked as l&.tz_ The remora, will still tune
to the blocked channel if you use the digits to access the channel, but the

channel will be blocked.

Don't tk)rget to lock parental controls alter you change llle status of Channel
Block. If you do not, the channel block will not take ett>ct.

Note: If you have a digital cable box channels 126-999 can be blocked but will not
be removable from your scan list

Front Panel Block

Selecting this option lets you block (disable) or unblock (enable) the TV's front
panel. The remote still tunes to any channel. Front Panel Block can:

• Keep children l}omwatching TV when the parent is not present.

• Keep young children t?om playing with the buttons.

(When using this as a Parental Control method, you should remove access to
any remote that is capable of operating the mlevision while you have the t_cont

panel blocked.)
Don't tk)rget to lock parental controls alter you change the status. If you do not,

the t?ont panel block will not take etll.ct.

Lock/Unlock Parental Controls

Selecting this option lets you lock and unlock parental controls settings using a
password.

If you do not lock parental controls, none of the settings for v-Chip,
Channel Block, or Front Panel Block will take effect.

If you R)rget your password, simultaneously press and hold MENU on the
television and volume down on the remote lk)r 3 seconds. Nothing appears on

the screen, Parental Conmfls simply unlock and you can re-enter a password
via Lock Parental Control.<

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4

Using the TV's
Menu System

Chapter Overview:

• How to Use Your TV's Menu System

• Audio Menu

• Picture Quality Menu

• Screen Menu

• Using Closed Captioning

• Channel Menu

• Time Menu

Changing Entertainment.

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How to Use Your TV's Menu System

YOL]use tile bultons on tile remote or tile flcont of your TV to access tile menu system and
make changes to tile settings.

"File li>llowing pages explain how to use tile difl>rent types of menus to adjust tile fl'amres of
your TV.

Feet free to explore the menu system. If you're ever
unsure where you are in the menu system, or you're

just plain tired of exploring, press CLEARto remove

the menus from the screen and start over again.

Menus

"File lirst menu is called tile Main menu. Press MENL on tile remote or on tile
[_contpanel to [)ring up tile Main menu. Note that holding MEN{) for 2 seconds

displays tile GLIDE Plus+ system.

Menus take you to another nlenu or a control panel. There are two ways to

select a choice in a nlenLl:

Use your arrow buttons on your renlote control to highlight your choice,

and press OK.

Press a nunlber button on tile remote. For example, in tile Main nlenu press
3 to go straight to the Screen menu.

Exiting a menu

Tiler(* are thre(' ways lo exit a n_(*nLl:

• Highlight l_it and press OK.

• Press 0 on tile remote*.

• Press CLEAR. "llle on-screen displays are cleared Dora tile screen and you
return to TV viewing.

I Audio

Audio Menu

Mute Press OK to reduce tile TV's volume to its minimum level. Press OK

again to restore tile volume.

Tone Controls Displays tile slider controls tk_radjusting tile TV's treble, bass

and balance.

Audio Processor Displays a choice list of awtilable audio modes, which

control tile way tile sound comes through your speakers. You can also access
tile AUDIO t_?OCESSOR menu by pressing tile SOUND bulton on tile rem<m..

Mono Plays tile sound in mono only. Use this setting when receiving

broadcasts with weak st_.reo signals.

Stereo Splits tile incoming stereo audio signal into hell and right channels.

Most TV programs and recorded nmterials have stereo audio. "File word

_ 7

SIEREO appears on tile T\ when you tune to a program that is broadcast in

stere<>.

Expanded Stereo Electronically "widens" sound I_comstere<> broadcasts,

stere<> VCRs, digital satellite systems, DVD phlyers, and laserdisc phlyers ior
a tuller, nlore spacious sound.

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Sound Logic '_Stereo Reduces the annoying blasts in volume during comn_ercial breaks,

and also amplifies sofi*.r sounds in program mawrial. Eliminaws the need to constantly
adjust wflume control.

Second Audio Program (SAP) Plays the program's audio in a second language, if one is

available. The word SAP appears on the TV when you tune to a program that is broadcast
with SAP inlk>rmation. SAP audio is broadcast in mono. SAP is also used to broadcast a

programs audio with descriptions of the video t2>r the visually impaired.

Audio Output & Speakers Displays a choice list that lets you turn tile TVs int*.rnal speakers

on or off, and set the audio outputs to fixed-level or variable conrail level.

Variable Output, Speakers On This setting turns the TVs speakers on and allows
variable output t_comthe TVs audio output jacks.

Variable Output, Speakers Off This setling turns the TV's speakers off and allows
wtriable output flcom the TV's audio output jacks to an external component such as a
surround sound amplifier.

Fixed Output, Speakers Off This setting turns the TV's speakers off and allows fixed

output l_om the TV's audio output jacks to an external component such as a surround
sound amplifier. When you choose Fixed Oz_tjmt Q[i_ the TV's volume control, tone
controls, and nmte are disabled.

To quickly accessthe Picture Presetsmenu, press the
RESETbutton on your remote control.

Picture Quality Menu

Basic Picture Controls Displays the five slider controls t_>radjusting the way

the picture looks.

Contrast Adjusts the dil]_,rence 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 lhe picture.
Sharpness Adjusts the crispness of the edges in lhe picture.

When exiting this nlenu, the 3"azwPeJtsonal Pictztre Preset choice list appears.

You can choose either Yes or No. If you save the settings as a Personal Picture

Preset, the TV stores tile setlings so you can re-select them quickly if someone
changes the seuings.

Note: You can change the picture controls for each component connected to your

Video, Y, Pv PRand S-Video jacks on the back of your TV. The next time you tune to
the component, the picture changes according to the settings you created

previously.

Picture Presets Displays a choice list that lets you select one of three preset

picture settings: BH/_bt Li_hHn/_ Normal Light#z_,g_Soft Lighting or Pelts'onal

Pictz_re Preset. Choose tile setting that is best Ik)r your viewing environment.

Auto Color Displays a choice list that lets you turn on the l_,ature that

automatically corrects the color of the picture. CFhis is especially useffll t_r
tracking realistic flesh tone colors as you switch t_om channel to channel.)
Choose On or Q[£ depending on your prefl, rence.

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F32TF720 and F36TF720 Screen

Color Warmth Displays a choice list that lets you set one of three automatic

color adjustments: Cooll_>r a more blue pale/re of picture colors; Normal; and

Wam_ t_r a more red palette of picture colors. The warm setting corresponds to

tile NTSC standard of 6500 K.

menu

F27TF720 Screen menu

Screen Menu

Closed-Caption Display Displays a choice list lhat lets you choose tile way

closed captioning inl_>rmation is shown on tile screen.

Offalways No captioning inlbrmation is displayed.
On always Captioning inl_rmation is shown always, when available.
On when sound is muted Captioning inl_rmation is shown, when

available, whenever tile TV's sound is muted. ('Ib mute tile sound, press
tile MI.TE button.) The captioning int_rmation is not displayed when tile

sound is not mul_,d.

Closed-Caption Mode Displays a choice list that lets you choose which

captioning mode is used 12>rdisplaying captioning inl2>rmation.

PIP Closed-Caption Display Displays a choice list that lets you choose tile

way PiP closed-caption is shown on tile screen.

Offalways No PiP closed-captioning inl_)rmation is displayed.
On always PiP closed-captioning inl2>rmation is always displayed.

Alternate with PIP button Captioning ini_rmation is shown, when

available, when you press tile PiP bulton on tile remote" with tile PiP
window on tile screen.

PIP Closed-Caption Mode Displays a choice list that lets you choose which

PIP closed-captioning mode you want to use to display PiP closed-captioning
int_rmation.

Menu Language Displays a choice list that lets you select your prel}erred

language t_r tile menus: English, Spanish or French.

Picture Tilt (Available only on models F32TF720 and F36TF720) Your TV

has an extra largt, picture tube that makes it vulnerable to tile t,t]ects of tile
Earth's magnetic field. You may need to adjust tile picture tilt.

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Using Closed Captioning

Many programs are encoded with closed-captioning inlkmnation, which lets you display tile
audio portion of a program as text on tile TV screen.

Closed captioning is not available on all channels at all times. Only specific programs encoded
with closed-captioning inlkmnation are applicable. When a program is closed caplioned, tile

CC icon is displayed in tile channel banner. See Chapter 3 lbr more inlk)rmation about tile

channel banner.

Tip

If you don't know which Close&Caption mode to
use, select CC1, CCI isprobably the mode that is
used in your area. CC2, CC3,and CC4 are reserved
for foreign languages, but are rarely used at this

time.

Closed-Caption Modes

The TV otfl, rs eight closed-captioned modes, including tour text modes.
To set the Closed-Ccq)tion Mode

1. Select Sctwenl?om tile Main menu.

2. Highlight Closed-Caption Mode and press OK (the Closed-Ccqation Mod*,
appears).

3. Highlight your choice and press OK (tile Screen menu appears again).

Note: The Text modes cover nearly half of the picture on the screen to display the
closed-captioned text. Most broadcasters use the CCmode, which displays a few

lines of captions at a time.

Turning off Closed-Caption

1. Select 5"cr_,_,nflcom the Main menu.

2. Press OK to select Close,d-Caption 1)ispla'l'.

3. Highlight OjyAh_,c(>,sand press OK. "File closed captioning is turned ofl and
you go back to tile _'c!*t'(_llmenu.

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To enter a number greater than 99, press and hold

"I" to enter the hundreds digit, then press the two

remaining numbers.

Channel Menu

Signal Type Displays a choice list tllat lets yon select the current antenna

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

UHF/VHFAntenna Choose this if you are currently using an ot]Lair
antenna lk)r TV signals.

Cable TV Choose this if you are currently using cable or a cable box [k>r

TV signals.

Auto Channel Search "Ii,lls tl_e TV to search automatically tk>rall the channels

available through tile antenna input, When the TV finds an active channel, it
places it in the Normal channel list; inactive channels (weak stations or

channels with no signal at all) will be removed l_comthe channel list. If you are
using a cable box and have set up tile GUIDE Plus+ system, this option does
not appear.

List andLabels Displays a control panel that lets you edit your Normal

channel list and choose a six-character label t_)r each channel. Follow the on-
screen directions to enter your channels and other inlk>rmation.

Channel # tse the Lipand down arrows to scroll up and down through

the channels available via your anl*,nna. You can enter the channel number
directly using the number bultons.

NormalList Only the channels included in the Normal list are available

when you scan Lip and down using channel up and down. Lse tile up and
down arrow buuons to indicate whether the channel number indicat_,d is

included (Yes) or is not included (2Vo)in the Normal channel list.

ChannelLabel Use tile up and down arrow buttons to enter a six-

character label tk>reach channel. Hold the buuon down to scroll quickly
through the characters. The TV can store up to 27 labels in memory.

Auto Tuning Displays a choice list tlmt lets you set Lip the TV to automatically

tune to the correct input channel when you press a component bulton (VCR,
DVD, or SAT,.CABLE) on tile remote. Go to Chapter 3 fk)r details about the Auto
Tuning t>ature.

Time Menu

Sleep Timer Displays a control panel that lets you select the amount of time

you want to give the TV bet_)re it shuts itself off,

Schedule Displays a control panel that lets you set up a schedule tk)r turning

the TV on and olT automatically. Reminder: you must turn tile schedule On. The
on-screen directions guide you through the steps needed to set the schedule.

Set Time Displays a control panel tlmt lets you enter the current time. The on-

screen directions guide you through the steps needed to set the time, If your
GUIDE Plus+ system is set tip, it will automatically update your time and this

option will not appear.

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Other Information

Chapter Overview:

• Troubleshooting

• Care and Cleaning

• The Front of Your TV

• Limited Warranty

• Accessory Order Form

• Index

Changing Entertainment.

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Troubleshooting

Most problems you encounter with your TV you can correct by consulting the Troubleshooting list that R)llows.

Note: If you prefer, we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service Representative who will visit your home for a fee to
install your electronic entertainment system and to instruct you in its operation. For details about this service, cail 1-888-206-3359.

TV Problems

TV won't turn on

Press the TV button.
Make sure the ['V is plugged in.

Check the wall receptacle (or extension cord) to make sure it is 'live" by plugging in sometbing else.
Something might be wrong with your remote control. Press the POWER button on tile front of tile TV_If the TV turns on, check tile

remote control solutkms on page 55.

The front panel controls may be locked (disabled). Use the remoW control to unlock the front panel controls by selecting the Fro_lt

Panel Block in tlm Pare_ltal (]ont,'ols menu and choosing _Jtzbloc_.

Controls don't work

If you're" using the" r_'mot_" control press the" TV button first to mal<c suro the" r_'mot_" is in TV mode.
'l'b_' front pan_'l controls may b_" locM'd (disablud). Use the' rcmoW control to unlock the" front pan_'I controls by s_'h'cting the Frm_t

Panel Blocle in tile Pare_ltal Controls menu and choosing btzbloc_¢.
Unplug the TV f\)r two minutes and then plug it back in. 'l\lrn the TV on and try again.

TV turns off while playing

Sch_'dul_'d Off functk)n may have" tx,_'n activat_'d. Go to page" 52 for instructions.
Et_'ctronic protection circuit may Ilav_" b_x'n activat_'d b_'cause of a power surge'. _ait 30 seconds and then turn the TV on again. If

this happ_'ns frequ_'ntly, the" voltage in your house may b_"abnormally high or low.

TV turns on unexpectedly

Sch_'duh'd On or Watch fiom the"GI II)E Plus+ syswm may have b_'_,nactivated. Go to page 32 or 52 f\)r instructkms.

Blank screen

Make sur(" tb( _ compon(1]t conn(_cl('d to th(" TV is/urn('d on.
%T anoth_'r channul.
Press RESET, in case the picWre controls are set too low.

When I turn on the TV an icon is moving on the screen

Make" sur_" you have rOlTtOv{'dtbo I)OlTtOPin f)'om the" G LINK jack on the back of your TV.

No sound, picture okay

Maybe, sound is muted. Press the" volume" up button to restoru sound.
M tylx" sp_'ak_'rs are turn_'d off. Ch_'ck the Audio Outpz_tand 5pea_e,_x controt pan_q in the" Aucliom_'nu. Go to page" 49 for detail_'d

instructk)ns.

If using S VII)EO cables to connect a compon_'nt, wm_'mb_'r to also conn_'ct the" compon_'nt's left and right Audio Output Jacks to
tlm TV's It AUDIO t INPU 1'1Jacks.

Can't select certain channel

Cbmmel may b_" block_'d or not approw'd in the" Parental Cont,'ols m_'nu.
If using a VCR, make sure the TViVCR button on the VCR is in tile correct mode (press the TViVCR button on your VCR).

Noisy stereo reception

'l'h_" statkm might Ix" w_'ak. Press the" SOIND button on your wmow control to change from stereo to mono.

No picture, no sound but TV is on

Maylx" the cabI_'iair setting is s_'t to the wrong position. Select .S;zlggtTal"l)])e from the" C/)an_lel m_qm. Go to page 52 f\)r more
information.

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Troubleshooting

The channel might be empty change channels.
If you're wa/ching your VCR and it's connected with coaxial cable to ti_e CABLE/AN ['ENNA iack, tune the TV to channel 3 or 4

(whichever channel is selected on the 3/4 switch on the back of your VCR). Also check /o make sure the TV/VCR buiion on the
VCR is in the correct mode (press the TV/VCR button on your VCR).
If you're twing/o watc]] content from a component that's connected/o the TV (like a I)VD player or VCR), press the INP/JT buiion

on the remo/e control until the con/ent appears.

Sound okay, picture poor

Ch_'ck an/_,nna com_,ctions. Make" sur_" all of the" cabh's ar_"firmly com_,cled to the" jacks.
Try adjusting sharpn_'ss function/o improve weak signals. Go/o page" 49 for more instructkms.

Black box appears on the screen

Clos_'d captk)ning might I)_"on. Check the" Closed Captio_ l)t-_7)lrz_,control pan_'I in the .qc_e_ m_'nu. Go io page" 50 for more
instructions.

Every time I turn on the TV, the Guide is on the screen

'1']]_'GLIDE Plus+ syst_'m automatically app_'ars on the" scr_'_'n wh_'n you us_" the" ['V bu//on on tf]_' r_'mo/e to turn on the" ['V_ Y_L]
can turn off this f'_'atur_" by pr_'ssing GUIDE on your r_'mot_" control and th_'n select the M_'nu bar. Press the" right arrow button to
select &_tup Choos_" Rez i_u' option,s and s_'h'ct OFF

Can't see commercial skip timer

If closcd captioning is on skip tim_'r do_'s not stay on-scre_'n. '1_)/urn off clos_'d captioning, go to page 50.

GUIDE Plus+ System Problems

GUIDE Plus+ setup won't switch to channel 9 for VCR and/or channel 02 cable box

MaM" sur_" you haw: remov_'d the' i)emo Pin from the G LINK iack. Ch_'ck /o se_" if"the G LINK wands are position_'d correctly in
front of components' remote sensors.

GLIDE Plus+ system control of cable box is slower than direct control of the box itself. Keep this in mind when changing channels.
YOU may have an incorrect GUIDE Plus+ Channel Lineup. The guide may get out of sync with the cable provider. Use the GUll)I!

Plus+ .getH]) in the Gl41)El'hts+ Menu/o change the zip code to 99999. Turn the TV off fi)r 10 minutes. Use Setup again /o change
the zip code back/o the correct value. If asked, be sure to select the correct channel lineup from the on-screen list.

Program information doesn't download

I,q'vi_'w your s_'tup infi)rmation and make" sure its correct. Press MENU on the" remo/e and s_'h'ct (;UII)I_'/_lu,v+ .qetup. Go to page 1(I
for detaik'd instructions about the' GUII)E Plus+ S_'/up menus.

The" TV must b_" off to download information. Leave your I'V off ov_'rnight for at h'ast 10 hours /o receive" the initial download f\)r

your 3 i'_;I.

If you'r_ , using a cab]e bo× k'av_" it on so you can receive" program inf\_rmation.

Scheduled Watch or Record doesn't occur

Ch_'ck Sch_'duk" for tim_,r conf]icls. Go to page, 32 fi)r instructions.
Make" sur_" tla_, wands of the" G-LINK cabk" ar_" plact'd in front of the' remoie st'nsor(s) on the compont'ni(s).

Make sure your VCR is turned off during the time you've scheduled io record a program because the system turns the VCR on when
it starts recording (if it's already on when recording starts, the sysi_,m will iurn it off).

Make sure there is a tape in the VCR and that the VCR is connected properly.
Be sure that you set up the VCR in the GUIDE l)lus+ .getup menus If you don't compleie the (2)_/_qzt,q_L_/br a V(_7¢steps

successfLdly, the Record option won't be avaiktble. Go to page 19 fi)r detailed instructions.
If a caMe box is attached to your 'I'V] make sure you set it up correctly in the GUIDIx' Plus+ .getup menus. Go to page 17 18 for

detailed instructions.

The Remote Control Doesn't Work

Som_'thing might I)_"b_txv_,_'n the' romo/o and the" r_'mot_" sensor on the' componont. Make" sure th_'r_ _ is a ch'ar path.
Maybe" the remo/e isnt aim_'d directly at the compon_,nt (TV or VCR) that youre t_Ting/o op_'rat_'.

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Maybe remote is not in TV Mode. Press the TV button so remote will control TV.
Maybe batteries ill remote are weak, dead or ins[ailed incorrectly. Put new batteries ill the remote. (Note, if you remove the baneries,

you may have to reprogram the remote _) operate other components.)
YOU might need to drain the remote's microprocessor: remove batteries and press the number 1 button for at least 60 seconds.

Release the 1 button, replace the batteries, and (if necessalT) program the remote again.

PIP (Picture-In-Picture Feature) Doesn't Work

If you press INPU [' to tune to the component connected to the INPU ['2 Y_ PE_,PR jacks, PIP is not awfilable.
If you press INPUT to tune to the component connected to tile VPORT jack, PIP is not awfilable.

Problems with V-Chip/Parental Controls

The rating limits don't work

YOUIT|US[lock the sunings. Go to the' "l't'MAl[_v_/ll?_N[[(pl'eSS MENU on your relTtOte) select t)ar_mtal C?)_Ttrols(pl'{_SS 6 ()1]your
remote), select Locle Parental Controlx (press 6 on your remote).

I don't remember my password and I want to unlock the TV

If you forget your password simultaneously press and hokl MENU on the teh, visk)n and volume down on the remote for 3 seconds.
Nothing app_'al"s on the' scre_,n Parental Controls simply unlock and you can re _,nter a password via Loclal'at_mtal C?)_trols.

The V-Chip won't let me watch a program even though it's not rated as violent.

Maybe tile movie' was given an NR (Not Rated) status. After you block movie ratings, you must set 3/1¢ to Vk_zt separately in order to
view movies with an NR rating.

Problems with VPORT Connection

No picture

Press the' INPU [' button until |7_()RTrapp_ars on screen.
If using tile Component vide() to VPORT cable, make sure tim cables to tim other component are connected correctly.
If using tile Xbox to VPORT cable, make sure tile end labeled TV is connected to tile ['V and tile end labeled XBOX is connected to

the Xbox vide() game system. No other gaming device can be connected to the TV with this cable.

No sound or poor sound

If using tile Component video to VPORT cable, make sure the red and white cabh's are c(mnectd to the Audio Output Jacks.
If using file digital audio jack on file Xbox to VPORT cable, make sure the cabh' is fully connected to file jack and file audk) receiver.

Care and Cleaning

CAUTION: Turn OFF your TV before cleaning.
You can clean ll_e TV as required, using a soft lint-l_cee cloth. Be sure 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 anlmonia-

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 could increase the risk of ['ire or shock hazard or damage to

the TV.

Caution: [sing video gantes or any external accessory with fixed images tk)r extended periods of time can cause them to
be permanently imprinted on the picture robe (or projection TV picture tubes). ALSO, some network/prograln logos, phone

numbers, etc. may cause similar damage. This damage is not covered by your warranly.

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The Front of Your TV

Front Panel

If you cant find your remote control you can use the buttons on your TV to operate many of thv TVs l_.atures.
MENU Brings up the TV MAIN MEN{. When in the menu system, it selects highlighted items. Also returns you to tile

previous menu. Press and hold MEN[) t_)r two seconds to access the GUIDE Plus+ system.
CH v Scans down through tile current channel list. When you're using tile TV's menu system, it acts like tile arrow down

buKon on tile renl<)h, control.

CH A Scans up through tile channel list. When lou're using tile TV's menu system, it acts like tile arrow up button on tile
remote control.

VOL- Decreases tile volume. When you're using tile TV's menu system, it acts like tile left arrow button on tile remote

control.

VOL + Increases tile volume. When you're using tile TV's menu syst_.m, it acts like tile right arrow butlon on tile remote

control.
POWER Turns tile TV on and off.

Limited Warranty

Front Panel Jacks

You ('an access tile c<)mponent you connvcted to the front of tile TV by
pressing tile INPI_T button on your remote until FRNT (SVIDF if using tile

S-VIDEO jack) appears on tile screen.
PHONES (Available only on model F27TF720)

Allows you toconnect headphones to liswn tothe sound coming t}om
tile TV.

VIDEO (in) Receives vide<) t_com another component such as a VCR,
camcorder or vide() game console.

L/MONO and R AUDIO Receives audio from another component such
as a VCR, camcorder or vide<) game console.

S-VIDEO (in) Allows you to connect an S-Video cable tkom another
component. Make sure you also connect audio cables t)com tile

component to tile TV.

What your warranty covers:

• Detl, cts in nmt(,rial or workmanship.

For how long after your purchase:

• One year from date of purchase tk)r labor charges.

• One year from date <)fpurchase lk)r paris.

• Two years from date of purchase t_)r picture tube.

"File warranty period tk)r rental units begins with tile first rental or 45 days from dam of shipment to tile rental firm
whichever comes first.

What we will do:

• Pay any Authorized RCA Television Service Cenwr tile labor charges to repair your television.

• Pay any Authorized RCA Television Service Cenwr lbr tile new or, at our option, rebuilt replacement paris and picture

tube required to repair your t_.levision.

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How you get service:

• For 20" screen size: "lhke your RCA television to any Authorized RCA Tt,levision Service Center and pickup when
repairs are complete.

• For screen sizes larger than 20": Request home or pick up, repair and return service Dom any Authorized RCA
Television Service Center, provided that your television is located within the geographic terrilory covered by an
Authorized RCA Television Service Center, If not, you nmst take your television to tile Service Center location at your
own expense, or pay tk)r the cost the Service Cenl_,r may charge to transport your t_,levision to and t)rom your home.

• To identil} your nearest Authorized RCA Service Center, ask your dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call

1-800-336-1900.

• Proof of purchase in the tk)rm of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product is within the
warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service. For rental firms, proof of first rental is also required.

What your warranty does not cover:

• Custonler instruction. (Your Owner's Manual describes how to install,
inRmnation should be obtained l)rom your dealer.)

• Installation and related adjustments,

• Signal reception problems not caused by your television.

• Damage ll*onl nlisHse or neglect.

• Batteries,

• Cklstomer replacement t\_ses.

• Damage ll*oln images burnt onR) the screen,

adjust, and operal_, your product. Any additional

A television that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used tier institutional or other commercial
purposes.

Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lighming damage.
A television purchased or serviced outside the U.S.A.

Product Registration:

• Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your TV. It will make it easier to contact you
should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required Ibr warranly coverage.

Limitation of Warranty:

• THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR

FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION
GIVEN BY THOMSON INC., ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY

INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE

CONSUMER. THOMSON INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRE_ OR

IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE
GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE

LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS
PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.

How state law relates to this warranty:

• Some states do not allow tile exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so tile above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you,

• This warranly gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other righls that vary t}om state to state.

If you purchased your product outside the United States:

• This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer ['or warranly inffmnation.

Service calls which do not involve defective materials or workmanship are not covered by this warranty. Costs
of such service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.

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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-_)

Component Video Cables (6-_)
Component Video Cables (12-ft)

S-Video Cable (6-ft)

S-Video Cable (12-ft)

2-way Signal Splitter

Amplified Antenna

Remote Control (CRK76BDL2)

Antenna Mixer (not shown)

Audio,Video Adapter (not shown)
Xbox to VPORT Cable (not shown)

Component Video to VPORT Cable (not shown)

Part No.

VH81

VH82 $&95

VH89 $5.95
VH83 $5.95

VH84 $9.95

DT6DC 24.95

DT12DC 34.95

VH976 $7.95
VH913 14.95

VH47 $3.95
ANT200 49.95

256571 33.15

193984 11.15

228449 $4.45

GP641XB 29.99
GP650XB 29.99

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 .......................... $ >oo

Total Amount Enclosed ..........................

Use VISA, MasterCard, or Discover Card
preferably.

Money order or check must be in U.S.
currency only.

No COD or CASH.

All accessories are subject to availability.
Where applicable, we will ship a superseding model.

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Charge your order on your VISA,

MasterCard, or Discover Card by

filling in below

USE YOUR CREDIT CARD

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from your VISA card

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(Credit card order will not be processed without signature)

Print o1"type your name and
address clearly.

A complete and correct
order will save you days
of waiting.

Name"

Street:

Apt:

City:

State:

Daytime phone number:

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Please make sure that both sides of this lbrm
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• Allow 4 weeks fbr delivery.

• All accessories are subject to availability.

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To Order

"1_place your order by phone, have your Visa,

MasterCard or Discover Card ready and call the toll-flee
number listed below.

Use this number only to phtce an order for accessory
items listed on this order lk_rm.

1-800-338-0376

To place your order by mail, detach and mail the
completed order l_mn with credit card int_mnation,

money order or check in LS currency (made payable to
Thomson Inc.) to the t_llowing address:

Video Accessodes
PO Box 8419
Ronks, PA 17573

60 Chapter 5

A Labels 52 INI'UT2 jacks 13

Lineup 28 Interactive setup 16

Accessories 59 Menu 52
Advanced connections 9, 11 Search 16 J

Age-Based Ratings 41 Channels menu 34
AN['ENNA button 22 CLEAR button 22 Jacks, 13

Arrow bum)ns 22 Closed Caption AI 1)10 Oil' RiL 13
Audio l)isplay 50 AUI)IO I//L 13

code list 26 Mode 51 CABLFdANTENNA 13
Menu 48 Coaxial cable 7 Front panel 57

Out jacks 13 Code list G LINK i3
Output Volume & Speakers Audio 26 INPI 1'1 13

49 Cable Box 25 INPI [2 13

Processor 48 DVD 26 SVIDEO 13

Audio/Video SaWllite Receiver 25 VIDEO 13

cables 7 VCR 26 VPORT 13
jacks i3 Color Warmth 50 Y PE_P_ 13

Auto Connections 1.

Channel Search 52 ['V + VCR 8
Color 49 ['V + VCR + Cable Box 9 L.E.D. button 22

l'uning 52 I'V + VCR + I)VI) Player Labels 52

I)VI) Clmnnel 38 11 Language 50

SXIVCABLE Channel 38 Content ['heroes 41

VCR Channel 38

AUX (auxiliary) button 22

B

Contrast 49

D

Demo Pin 6

Backlight button 22 DVI)
Basic button 22

connections 8 Channel 38
Picture Controls 49 code list 26

Batteries for the remote 15
Black Lexel 49

Block

Age Based ltatJngs 42 Finding the sensor 14
Front Panel 46 Fixed

Movie Ratings 45 Output, Speakers Off 49
Specific Content Flmmes 43 FOItWAF:D button 22

V-Chip l nrated Program 45 Front panel 57

Buttons, remote control 22 block 46

jacks 57

C

Cable Box

code list 25
connecting 9

Cable/Antenna jack 13
Cables

Audio/Video 7
coaxial 7
G LINK 7
S Video 7

Y PE_P_ 7

CC (Closed Captioning) 50
CH + button 22

CH button 22
CH C['RL (cllannel control)

button 22

Channel

Banner 36
Block 46

G

Languages

Selecting 16

Locating remote sensor 14
Lock, Parental Controls 46

IVl

G LINK

cable 7
connecting 14

jack 13

GO BACK button 22
Grid Guide menu 29

GUIDE button 22
GUII)E Plus+ system

Memory 52
Menu

Audio 48
Channel 52
Channels 34
Grid Guide 29

Language 50
Messages 33
News 32

Picture Quality 49
Schedule 32

Screen 50
Setup 34

Sort 31
['ime 52

MENI button 22
Menus

G/]IDE Pkls+ System setup

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Messages menu 33
Mono 48

Mute 48
M/]TE button 23

Channel Lineup 28
l)ownloading Infi)rmation N

28

Setup 16 News menu 32

Normal List 52
Number buttons 22

INFO button 22 O
INP/}[' button 22

INPUI'I jacks 13 OK button 23

ON-OFF button 23

P

Stere{) 48
STOP button 23
S_zAP bum)n 23

Parental Controls T

Locking, Unlocking 46
menu 40 Time

PAUSE button 23 Menu 52
Picture tint 49

Presets 49 It)he Controls 48
Quality Menu 49 [roubleshooting 54

Tilt 50 TV button 23

PIP (Picture In Picture)

button 23 U
buttons 37

Using 37 l HF/VHF Antenna 52

FLAY button 23 l nlock, PuentaI
Promotions 35 Controls 46

R

Rating Limits

movies 44
['V 41

REC-VCR+ button 23
Remote, batteries 15

Remote sensor 14
RESET button 23
REVERSE button 23

S

S VIDEO

cable 7

jack 13
SAP 49
SAT-CABLE button 23

SAT/Cable Channel 38
Satellite receiver code list

25

Schedule

menu 32

time 52
Screen Menu 50

Second Audio Program

(SAP) 49

Set

DVD Channel 38

SA'[7CABLE Channel 38

Time 52

VCI/ Channel 38
Setup

G/]IDE Plus+ system

menus 16

menu 34
Sharpness 49

Signal Type

Cable VV 52

l HFiVHF AnWnna 52
SKIP button 23

Sleep Timer 52
Sort menu 31
SOl NI) button 23

V

V Chip 40

Age Based Ratings

40

Blocking Movies 44
Content ['hemes 40

Variable Output,

Speakers On, Off
49

VCR

button 23
Channel 38

code list 26

connecting 8
VOL+ button 23
VOL button 23

VPOR 1'

button 23

jack 13

W

Warranty 57

Y

Y P*_PR

cables 7

jacks 13

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Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only
add delays in service for your product.

IMPORTER: (for Mexico only)

Comercializadora Thomson de M6xico, S.A. de C.V.
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra 57
Col. Ampliaci6n Granada

C.P. 11529 M_xico D.F.
Telefono: (55) 25 81 53 20

R.F.C. CTM-980723 KS5

EXPORTER:
Thomson Inc.

10330 North Meridian Street
Indianapolis, IN 46290

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