RCA F32665YX6CH3, F32665YX4CH1, F35665YX1CX, G35665YX1CX, F31665YX4CH1 User Manual

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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose
this TV to rain or moisture.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
This symbol indicates
"dangerous voltage" inside
the product that presents a
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important instructions
accompanying the product.
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Attention: Pour eviter les chocs electriques, introduire la
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Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your
product for its proper operating voltage.
Foe Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this
equipment may void the user's authority to operate it.
If fixed (non-moving) images are left on the screen for long periods, they may be permanently imprinted on the screen, Such
images include network Iogos, phone numbers, and video games.
This damage is not covered by your warranty. Extended viewing of channels displaying these images should be avoided.
Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to
Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian
Electrical Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
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SETUP AND CONNECTIONS .......................................................... 3
Step 1: Unpack the TV ...................................................................... 4
Step 2: Connect Your TV .................................................................. 4
TV Only (PIP Not Available) ....................................................... 4
The Basic Connection (PIP Not Available) ................................ 5
Advanced Connections .............................................................. 6
Step 3: Connect the IR Controller .................................................... 9
Step 4: Plug in the TV ..................................................................... 10
Step 5: Place Batteries in Remote .................................................. 10
Step 6: Turn On the TV ................................................................... 10
Step 7: Program the TV .................................................................. 10
INTERACTIVE SETUP .................................................................... 11
Using Point and Select ................................................................... 12
Entering Setup ................................................................................ 12
Selecting a Language ..................................................................... 13
Auto Channel Search ..................................................................... 13
The GUIDE Plus+ System ............................................................... 14
Setting Up the GUIDE Plus+ System ........................................ 14
Setting the Time ............................................................................. 16
Setting the VCR1 Channel (auto tuning) ...................................... 17
Setting the VCR2 Channel (auto tuning) ...................................... 17
Setting the DVD Channel (auto tuning) ....................................... 18
Setting the SAT/CABLE Channel (auto tuning) ............................. 19
Labeling the Channels ................................................................... 20
USING THE REMOTE ..................................................................... 21
Remote Buttons .............................................................................. 22
Using the WHO-INPUT Button ................................................ 23
Programming the Remote ............................................................. 24
Testing the Remote .................................................................. 24
Using the Remote to Control a Device ................................... 25
Modes of Operation ................................................................ 25
Front Panel ..................................................................................... 25
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USING THE MENUS ....................................................................... 27
Menus and Control Panels ............................................................. 28
Audio Menu .................................................................................... 30
Using the Remote to Select an Audio Processor .......................... 31
Picture Quality Menu ..................................................................... 32
Screen Menu ................................................................................... 33
Using Closed Captioning ......................................................... 34
Channel Menu ................................................................................ 35
Time Menu ...................................................................................... 36
Other Menus ................................................................................... 36
FEATURES AND CONTROLS ......................................................... 37
GUIDE Plus+ Menu ......................................................................... 38
About the GUIDE Plus+ System ..................................................... 38
Getting In & Out of the GUIDE Plus+ System ......................... 39
Downloading Data .................................................................. 39
The Different GUIDE Plus+ System Menus ............................. 39
Grid Guide ........................................................................... 40
Sort ...................................................................................... 41
Schedule .............................................................................. 42
Messages ............................................................................. 43
Editor ................................................................................... 43
PIP (Picture-in-Picture) Operation ................................................. 44
Channel Marker .............................................................................. 46
Parental Controls and V-Chip ........................................................ 47
V-Chip TV Rating Limit ............................................................ 48
V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ...................................................... 52
V-Chip Unrated Program Block ............................................... 53
Channel Block .......................................................................... 53
Front Panel Block ..................................................................... 53
Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ................................................ 53
REFERENCE ..................................................................................... 58
Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 54
Care and Cleaning .......................................................................... 55
RCA Digital Satellite System Limited Warranty ............................ 56
Accessory Information ................................................................... 58
INDEX ............................................................................................. 61
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GETTI NG STARTED
This manual is designed to get you started quickly. The first five sections of the manual show you how to
get your TV Setup and Connected, run the Interactive Setup, Program the Remote, and use all of the
menus, features, and controls of your TV.
The Reference section in the back of the book contains troubleshooting tips, care and cleaning
instructions, accessory ordering information and your
warranty. Well... if your TV's out of the box, let's get started.
SETUP AND CONNECTIONS
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STEP 1: UNPACK THE TV
Make sure to locate the remote control.
STEP 2: CONNECT YOUR TV
There are three types of connections outlined in this section:
TV Only:
The Basic Connection:
If you're only going to connect the TV to your home antenna or cable system.
If you're going to connect the TV to a VCR or satellite receiver.
Advanced Connections:
If you're going to make multiple connections, hooking up the TV to a VCR and a satellite receiver.
Cable information and illustrations are given for each type of connection. Once you have completed your desired connection you may skip forward to Step 3.
TV ONLY (PIP NOT AVAILABLE)
This is a basic connection from an antenna or cable system to your TV. Connect the cable into the Cable/Antenna jack as shown.
Important Stand Information
CAUTION: Choose the location for your TV
carefully. Take precautions that the stand
or other furniture on which the TV is placed is properly located (see Important
Safeguards sheet) and of adequate size and strength to prevent the TV from
accidentally being tipped over, pushed off, or pulled off. This could cause damage to
the TV and/or personal injury.
Before You Connect
Protect against power surges:
• Connect all components before plugging any power cords into the wall
outlet.
• Turn off the TV and/or component before connecting or disconnecting any
cables.
• Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safeguards sheet packed
with your TV.
Cables
You will use the following cable to make your connection:
Coaxial Cable: These cables carry audio and video signals to the TV from an antenna, cable, or cable
box.
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Once you have completed this connection you may skip to Step 3.
This Connection Will Not Allow You to Use Your PIP
Your TV is equipped with a single tuner, which means you must connect with a second video source using Audio/Video Cables to view PIP.This TV Only connection will not enable you to use your PIP,but will get your TV up and running quickly.
Refer to Advanced Connections for connecting Audio/Video cables to your
VCR or other video component.
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THE BASIC CONNECTION (PIP NOT AVAILABLE)
The basic connection below (TV and VCR) is the most common connection and is therefore used to illustrate a single component connection with your TV. For better sound and picture quality and
multiple component connection information refer to the next section,
Advanced Connections.
Cables
You will use the following type of cable to make your connection:
Coaxial Cables: in this connection, two Coaial Cables are used: one connects from an antenna,
cable, or cable box to the VCR, and one connects from the VCR to the TV. These cables carry both audio and video signals.
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This Connection Will Not Allow You to Use PIP
Your TV is equipped with a single tuner, which means you must connect with a second video source using Audio/Video
Cables to view PIP.This Basic Connection will not enable you to use your PIP,but
will get your TV up and running quickly.
Refer to Advanced Connections for
connecting Audio/Video cables to your VCR or other video component.
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How to View the VCR
To watch the VCR in this connection tune TV to Channel 3 or 4.
Later, in the Interactive Setup section you will program the TV to automatically tune to Channel 3 or 4 when you turn on the VCR.
Once you have completed this connection you may skip to Step 3,
"Connect the IR Controller."
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ADVANCED CONNECTIONS
Advanced connections give you better sound and video by separating the audio and video signals and enabling you to connect multiple components.
This section describes the types of inputs available on the back of your TV and suggests ways you can use them for optimum performance.
Once you have made your connections you will need to program the TV to tune
to the correct Video INPUT channel in order to see and hear audio and video
from the component. You will program this later in the Interactive Setup.
Back ofthe TV
The diagram below describes each of the back panel jacks. When connecting A/V cables, be sure to connect corresponding OUTPUTS and
INPUTS (Video to Video, Right Audio to Right Audio, etc.).
VIDEO and Audio Inputs
Connect any one of the following components:
• VCR •Intemet Access Device
• Laserdisc Player • DVD Player
• Satellite Receiver
To view the component connected to VIDEO,
use the WHO,INPUT button on the remote.
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Connect the GUIDE Plus+ system IR controller for
one-button recording and channel tuning from the GUIDE Plus+ system.
S-Video
This optional connection can
be used for better video
quality picture.
Audio Outputs
Connect to an audio receiver or amplifier for variable controlled
or fixed level stereo output.
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Takes the signal input from a cable, cable box, or an off-air antenna. Can also
be used for basic component connections.
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Sample Connections
The following are sample connection scenarios you may encounter when connecting components to your TV. Note: those components which offer
an S-Video connection, such as DVD, VCR or satellite receivers, must
match their S-Video connection with their audio iNPUT connection.
Cables
You will use the following types of cables to make your connection:
Coaxial Cables: Carries the signal from the antenna or cable directly to the television or through a cable box, as needed by your cable system.
AudioNideo Cables: Carries audio and video from a component to the TV.
S-Video Cable: Carries video from an S-Video capable component which provides best
picture quality.
TV and Stereo VCR
Compared to the Basic Connection, using Audio/Video and S-Video (if available) cables will enhance the sound and picture quality from a component.
Cautions:
Position cables to Avoid Audio Hum
or Interference
• Insert all cables firmly into jacks.
• Place the audio/video cables to the
sides of the TV's back panel instead of straight down the middle.
• Try not to coil any twin-lead cables and keep them away from the audio/video
cables.
Protect your components from
Overheating
• Do not block ventilation holes in any of
the components. Arrange the components so that air can circulate
freely.
• Do not stack components•
• Allow adequate ventilation when placing your components in a stand.
• Place an amplifier on the top shelf of
the stand so heated air rising from it will not flow around other
components•
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How to View Your VCR
To watch the VCR in this connection, press TV to put the remote control into TV mode, then press WHO.iNPUT to
toggle to the video (VID) inputs. In the Interactive Setup section you can program the TV to
automatically tune to the VlD input channel when you turn on the VCR.
Most Audio/Video cables are combined into one cable with three
heads on each end.
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TV, VCR and Satellite Receiver
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA
SATELLITE RECEIVER
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How to View Your Components
To watch the satellite receiver in this connection,
press TV to put the remote control into TV mode,
then press WHO*INPUT to scroll through the video
input channels until you tune to VID (or S-VID) input.
To watch the VCR in this connection, enter 03 to tune to the VCR channel.
In the Interactive Setup you can program the TV to
automatically tune to the correct input channel when you turn on your component.
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STEP 3: CONNECT THE IR CONTROLLER
The IR (infrared) Controller enables the GUIDE Plus+ system to control your VCR and cable box (if necessary) so you can tune to television channels and even start recording a program from the GUIDE Plus+ system.
After you have affixed the ends of the controller to the necessary components (VCR, or Cable box), you will use the on-screen interactive setup routine for the GUIDE Plus+ system to test the connected components.
The IR Controller is used to send commands to your VCR and/or cable box.
ATTACHING THE IR CONTROLLER
Some components label the infrared remote sensor, and others do not. If your component is labeled, affix the IR controller directly over the sensor. If the IR location is not labeled on your component, you need to use to use the component's remote control to locate the sensor.
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Hold the component's remote control (not the remote that came with your TV) so that it is touching the front of the component.
Slowly move the remote over the front of the component while pressing the remote power button on and off. (Be sure to press and release the power button each time you move the remote. Holding the button may not work.)
3. When the component turns off or on, you've located the sensor.
4. Affix the controller's node directly to the remote sensor.
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You may want to use a piece of clear plastic tape to temporarily affix the
controller's node until you have completed the interactive setup. That way you can
easily move it if you have not placed it exactly over the sensor.
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STEP 4: PLUG IN THE TV
Plug the end into the wall outlet, matching the wide blade of the plug
with the wide slot in the outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely.
STEP 5: PLACE BATTERIES IN REMOTE
Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the
remote.
Insert fresh batteries. Make sure that the polarities (+ and -) are
aligned correctly.
Replace the cover.
STEP 6: TURN ON THE TV
PressTV on the remote, or press POWER on the TV itself. Pressing the TV button not only turns on the TV, but puts the remote
into TV mode, so that the buttons on the remote will control TV
functions.
ON-SCREEN PROGRAM GUIDE
The TV is designed to bring up the GUIDE Plus+ on-screen program guide when you use the TV button on the remote to turn on the TV
(after you have set up the GUIDE Plus+ system). For more information on
setting up the GUIDE Plus+ system, see the next section, Interactive
Setup.
To get out of the GUIDE Plus+ System:
PressOK to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and tune to the highlighted
channel.
PressGUIDE to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and tune to the channel
displayed in the View window.
PressCLEAR to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and go to the last
channel you were watching.
STEP 7: PROGRAM THE TV
Proceed to the next section, Interactive Setup. The interactive setup
routine walks you through the steps needed to fully configure the TV. The first steps ask you to select your preferred language for the menu
system and to begin the auto channel search, which puts available cable TV or antenna signals into the TV's memory.
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THERE'S AN ON-SCREEN SETUP ROUTINE
The interactive setup routine helps you through the steps
needed to configure the TV and set up the GUIDE Plus+ menu system:
Select a menu language Search for available channels
Set up the GUIDE Plus+ system Set the time
Set the VCR1 channel Set the VCR2 channel Set the DVD channel Set the SAT/CABLE channel
Make the channel list and labels
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USING POINT AND SELECT
You only need to know one rule when using the remote to access on- screen menus and control panels: point and select. The point and select method has two steps.
1. Point to a menu item using the MOVE arrows on the remote. To point up or down, press the up or down arrows. To point left or
right, press the left or right arrows.
2. Select a menu item by pressing MENU or OK. Selecting an item tells the TV's menu system to go ahead and make
the change or go to a place you have indicated.
ENTERING SETUP
The first screen of the Interactive Setup appears automatically when you turn on your TV for the first time or after a power outage.
1. Press MENU to begin setup or CLEAR to exit.
Point and Select
buttons
You can also access the Interactive Setup through the Main menu:
1. Press MENU to bring up the Main menu.
2.
Point to Setup and press MENU or OK. The first Setup screen comes up, asking you to confirm that you want to begin.
You can also select a menu item by entering the item number with the
number buttons on the remote. Press CLEAR at any time to remove all
displays from the screen and return to TV viewing.
Many VCR user manuals refer to a PROGRAM button. The MENU button on
this remote works as a PROGRAM button in VCR mode. Other manuals may refer to
a SELECT button. The OK button on this remote works as a SELECT button.
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3. Point to Begin setup now and press MENU or OK.
SELECTING A LANGUAGE
The first part of the setup routine asks you to select your preferred
language for the menu system.
1. Point to your preferred language for the menu system.
2. Press MENU or OK to select that language.
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
The next part of the setup routine asks you if you want the TV to search
for all channels viewable through your antenna or cable TV system, This is sometimes called "auto programming,"
Search for channels
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Press MENU or OK to tell the TV to begin searching for channels.
The display gives you a progress report and tells you when it has
finished.
2. Press MENU or OK to continue.
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can access it later through the Channel
menu. See Using the Menus for more
details.
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THE GUIDE Plus+ SYSTEM
The next step lets you set up the GUIDE Plus+ system to display your local program
listings, and control your cable box and VCR.
You can either press MENU or OK to bring up the GUIDE Plus+ initial menu or
point to Skip this Step to move to the next step in the Interactive Setup.
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Plus+ system during Interactive Setup or by
selecting the GUIDE Plus+ Menufrom the Main Menu.
GUIDE Plus+
SETTING UP THE GUIDE Plus+ SYSTEM
To complete GUIDE Plus+ setup, the GUIDE Plus+ IR controllers must be connected to your cable box and VCR if you have them. Refer to the Setup and Connections section for additional information.
Select your Country and enter your ZIP or Postal code.
The next series of screens asks you about your cable TV setup. If you have
a cable box, you need to set the GUIDE Plus+ system to control it.
Otherwise, it may not be able to locate and download program
information.
Tune your cable box to Channel 2 and then select the brand of your cable
box from the choices available. The system then searches for the correct
code to control your cable box. When your cable box switches to channel 9 it
has located the correct code.
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Select YESif the cable box changed to channel 9, or NO if it did not. If you select NO, the system will try another code.
If the GUIDE Plus+ system cannot recognize either your cable box or VCR after several tries, a screen stating "Cable Box (VCR) test failed...Please consult your manual and try again" appears, You have a choice to either Try Again or Skip Cable Box Setup. If you get this message, you should also:
Double check the brand of your cable box or VCR, and try entering it again.
Check to make sure the IR controllers are positioned correctly,
If you choose to skip the cable box (or VCR) setup some features of the guide may not be available until you successfully complete this procedure.
Once the correct model of cable box has been identified, you need to set the cable
box's output channel. Enter the channel you use to view channels through your cable box--usually 3 or 4. Consult your cable box's instruction book or your cable company if you are not sure. Choose 0 to
use VIDEO INPUT.
Select YESif you have a VCR, or NO if not. (Answering NO automatically skips forward to the end of GUIDE Plus+ setup.) Tune your VCR to channel 2 and turn it off. Enter the brand of your VCR.
When the GUIDE Plus+ system correctly
identifies the correct code for your VCR, the VCR's tuner changes to channel 9. Select YES if the VCR automatically changed to channel 9, or NO if it did not,
If you select NO, the system will try another code.
The last screen comes up when you've successfully finished the GUIDE Plus+ setup.
Remember:
Leave your cable box turned ON to download program information. Leave your VCR turned OFF to record programs.
Press OK to leave the GUIDE Plus+ system setup and either return to the
TV's Interactive Setup or the Main Menu, For more information about the
GUIDE Plus+ system, see the section Features and Controls.
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SETTING THE TIME
The next step in the Interactive Setup lets you set the time of day. If your GUIDE Plus+ system has not completed its first download, you need to
set the time. Once the system has completed its first download, it sets the time for you automatically.
Set time
1. Press MENU or OK to bring up the Set Time control panel.
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Use the left and right arrows to point to the hour and minutes spaces. Use the digits to enter the numbers and the up and down arrows to change from AM to PM.
3. Press MENU or OK to continue.
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SETTING THE VCR1 CHANNEL (AUTO TUN I NG)
The next step lets you set the VCR1 channel. When you set the VCR] channel, you're telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press the VCR] button on the remote. This is called auto tuning.
Indicate which input you used to connect theVCR. Ifyou don't havea
VCR] component connected to the TV, skip this step or select Not
Connected from the VCR1 Channel choice list. (For more, see Auto
Tuning in the Using the Menus section.)
1. Press MENU or OK to bring up the VCR1 choice list.
2. Point to the choice that matches the way you have your VCR connected to the TV.
3. Press MENU or OK to continue.
SETTING THE VCR2 CHANNEL (AUTO TUN I NG)
The next step lets you set the VCR2 channel. When you set the VCR2 channel, you're telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press
the VCR2 button on the remote.
Indicate which input you used to connect a second VCR. If you don't
have a second VCR component connected to the TV, skip this step or select Not Connected from the VCR2 Channel choice list. (For more, see Auto Tuning in the Using the Menussection.)
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Use TV with VCR 2
1. Press MENU or OK to bring up the VCR2 choice list.
2. Point to the choice that matches the way you have your second VCR connected to the TV.
3. Press MENU or OK to continue.
SETTING THE DVD CHANNEL (AUTO TUN I NG)
The next step lets you set the DVD channel. When you set the DVD channel, you're telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press
the DVD button on the remote.
Indicate which input you used to connect a DVD player. If you don't have a DVD player connected to the TV, skip this step or select Not Connected from the DVD Channel choice list. (For more, see Auto Tuning in the
Using the Menus section.)
1. Press MENU or OK to bring up the DVD choice list.
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