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Important Information
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or
shock hazard, do not expose
this TV to rain or moisture.
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Attention: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne
correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqú au fond.
Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your product for its proper operating voltage.
FCC 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 logos, phone numbers, and video games. This
damage is not covered by your warranty. Extended viewing of channels displaying these images
should be avoided.
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
This symbol indicates
"dangerous voltage" inside
the product that presents a
risk of electric shock or
personal injury.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove
cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
This symbol indicates
important instructions
accompanying the product.
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.
Care and Cleaning
CAUTION: Turn OFF your TV before cleaning.
You can clean the TV as required, using a soft lint-free 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 ammonia-based cleaners, or abrasive powder. These types of
cleaners will damage the TV.
While cleaning do not spray liquid directly on the screen, or allow liquid to run down the screen and
inside the TV. Also, avoid placing drinks or vases with water on top of the TV. This could increase the
risk of fire or shock hazard or damage to the TV.
VCR Plus+, C3, PlusCode and GUIDE Plus+ are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.
The VCR Plus+ and GUIDE Plus+ systems are manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation and VCR Index Systems B.V.,
respectively.
GEMSTAR IS NOT IN ANY WAY LIABLE FOR THE ACCURACY OF THE PROGRAM SCHEDULE INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THE
GUIDE PLUS+ SYSTEM. IN NO EVENT SHALL 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.
VCR required for recording.
Table of Contents
Setup and Connections............................................................3
Step 1: Unpack the TV...................................................................... 4
Step 2: Connecting your TV .............................................................4
Basic PIP Connection .................................................................. 5
The Basic Connection................................................................. 6
Advanced Connections ..............................................................7
Step 3: Connecting the IR Controller .............................................. 9
Step 4: Plug in the TV..................................................................... 10
Step 5: Place Batteries in the Remote ...........................................10
Step 6: Turn on the TV ................................................................... 10
On-Screen Program Guide....................................................... 10
Step 7: Program the TV .................................................................. 10
Interactive Setup .................................................................... 11
Using Point and Select ................................................................... 12
Entering Setup................................................................................ 12
Select a Language .......................................................................... 13
Auto Channel Search ..................................................................... 13
The GUIDE PIus+ Gold System ....................................................... 14
Setting the Time ............................................................................. 16
Setting the VCR1 Channel (auto tuning) .....................................16
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
Accessing the Video Input ....................................................... 23
Programming the Remote .............................................................24
Testing the Remote.................................................................. 24
Using Automatic Code Search................................................. 24
Using Direct Entry ....................................................................25
Using the Remote to Control a Device ......................................... 25
Modes of Operation....................................................................... 25
Front Panel ..................................................................................... 25
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Table of Contents
Features and Menus................................................................27
Menus and Control Panels ............................................................. 28
Menus .......................................................................................28
Control Panels ..........................................................................29
Audio Menu .................................................................................... 30
Using the Remote to Select an Audio Processor .......................... 31
Picture Quality Menu .....................................................................32
Screen Menu ................................................................................... 33
Using Closed Captioning ......................................................... 34
Closed Captioning Modes ....................................................... 34
Turning off Closed Captioning ................................................ 34
Channel Menu ................................................................................ 35
Time Menu ...................................................................................... 36
Parental Controls and V-Chip ........................................................ 37
V-Chip TV Rating Limit ............................................................ 38
V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ...................................................... 42
Channel Block .......................................................................... 43
Front Panel Block .....................................................................43
Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ................................................43
GUIDE PIus+ Gold System .............................................................. 44
Downloading Data .................................................................. 45
News ......................................................................................... 48
Schedule ................................................................................... 48
Messages .................................................................................. 49
Editor ........................................................................................50
The PIP (Picture-in-Picture) Feature .............................................. 51
PIP Buttons: General Explanation ...........................................52
PIP Troubleshooting................................................................. 52
Setup Menu .................................................................................... 53
Channel Marker.............................................................................. 53
Reference......................................................................................54
Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 54
PIP Troubleshooting................................................................. 56
Making Connections to the Front Panel ....................................... 56
RCA PROJECTION TV LIMITED WARRANTY .................................. 57
Accessory Information ................................................................... 58
Index.................................................................................................61
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Setup and Connections
Getting started
This manual is designed to get you started quickly.
The first four 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 Features and Menus of your TV.
The Reference section in the back of the book
contains troubleshooting tips, accessory ordering
information and your warranty.
Setup and connections
1
➣
Interactive setup
2
➣➣
Using the remote
3
Features and Menus
4
➣
Reference
5
Check out the notes that have been added
throughout the manual in these Tip
Boxes. There are some important
tips that will help you get the most from
your TV.
3
3
Setup and Connections
Step 1: Unpack the TV
Make sure to locate the remote control.
Step 2: Connecting your TV
In order to 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
Safety Tips sheet packed with your TV.
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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Setup and Connections
Basic PIP Connection
Cables
You will use the following cable 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.
Audio/Video Cables: Carries sound and video
from the component to the TV.
S-Video Cable: Carries video from an S-Video
capable component which provides best
picture quality.
TV and Stereo VCR
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA
VCR
IN
OUT
VIDEO
R
AUDIO
IN FROM ANT
L
OUT TO TV
CH3
CH4
TV
INPUT 1
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
SPEAKER
SELECTION
EXTERNAL INTERNAL
SPEAKERS
INPUT 2
VIDEO
R
AUDIO
L
AUDIO OUTPUT
+
RIGHT
R—AUDIO—L
-
S-VIDEO
+
LEFT
-
CONTROL
CABLE/
ANTENNA
VCR
INPUT
Once you have completed this connection go to “Step 3:
Connecting the IR Controller” on page 9.
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
scroll through the video input channels until you tune to
VID1 input.
In the Interactive Setup section you can program the TV to
automatically tune to the VID1 input channel when you
turn on the VCR.
Most Audio/Video cables are combined
into one cable with three heads on each
end.
We show individual cables
in these sample
connections. Either
may be used, but
you must be sure to
connect Video to
Video, Right to Right
and Left to Left.
Video (yellow)
Right Audio (red)
Left Audio (white)
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Setup and Connections
The Basic Connection (pip not available)
The basic connection below (TV and VCR) is used to illustrate a single
component connection with your TV. For better sound and picture
quality and multiple component connection information refer to,
Advanced Connections.
Cables
You will use the following cable to make your connection:
Coaxial Cables: These cables carry both the audio and video signal to
the TV from an antenna, cable, or cable box. In this connection, a second
Coaxial Cable carries the signal through the VCR to the TV.
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA
VCR 1
VIDEO
IN FROM ANT
OUT
OUT TO TV
AUDIO
CH3
CH4
Note:
This connection does not
allow PIP to work.
TV
INPUT 1
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
SPEAKER
SELECTION
EXTERNAL INTERNAL
SPEAKERS
INPUT 2
VIDEO
R
AUDIO
L
AUDIO OUTPUT
+
RIGHT
R—AUDIO—L
-
S-VIDEO
+
LEFT
-
CONTROL
CABLE/
ANTENNA
VCR
INPUT
Once you have completed this connection go to “Step 3:
Connecting the IR Controller” on page 9.
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.
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Setup and Connections
Advanced Connections
Advanced connections give you better sound and video by separating
the audio and video signals and enable 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.
Back of the 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.).
Input 1
Connect any of the following components:
• VCR • Internet Access Device
• Laserdisc Player • DVD Player
• Satellite Receiver
To view the component connected to Input 1:
Use the WHO•INPUT button on the remote.
Connect any of the following components:
• VCR • Internet Access Device
• Laserdisc Player • DVD Player
• Satellite Receiver
To view the component connected to Input 2:
Use the WHO•INPUT button on the remote.
Once you have made your connections
you will want 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.
Input 2
S-Video
This optional
INPUT 1
connection can
be used for
better video
quality picture.
S-VIDEO
Audio Outputs
Connect to an audio receiver or
amplifier for variable controlled
or fixed level stereo output.
VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
SPEAKER
SELECTION
EXTERNAL INTERNAL
SPEAKERS
INPUT 2
VIDEO
R
AUDIO
L
AUDIO OUTPUT
+
RIGHT
R—AUDIO—L
-
S-VIDEO
+
LEFT
-
CONTROL
CABLE/
ANTENNA
INPUT
VCR
Cable/Antenna
Takes the signal input from a cable,
cable box, or an off-air antenna. Can also
be used for basic component connections.
Speaker Terminals
Use to connect external
speakers for surround sound.
Make sure the Speaker
Selection is set to EXTERNAL.
S-Video
This optional connection can
be used for better video
quality picture.
VCR Control
Connect Guide Plus+
controller for one-button
recording and channel
tuning from the Guide.
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Setup and Connections
TV, VCR and Satellite Receiver
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA
SATELLITE
SATELLITE RECEIVER
OUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
R
IN FROM ANT
OUT TO TV
L
SATELLITE
IN
VCR
IN FROM ANT
AUDIO
R
L
OUT TO TV
CH3
CH4
OUT
IN
VIDEO
TV
INPUT 1
S-VIDEO
SPEAKER
SELECTION
EXTERNAL INTERNAL
SPEAKERS
INPUT 2
VIDEO
VIDEO
R
AUDIO
L
R
AUDIO
L
AUDIO OUTPUT
R—AUDIO—L
+
RIGHT
+
LEFT
-
-
S-VIDEO
VCR
CONTROL
CABLE/
ANTENNA
INPUT
Once you have completed this connection go to “Step 3:
Connecting the IR Controller” on page 9.
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 VID1 (or SVID 1) input.
To watch the VCR 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 VID2 (or SVID 2) input.
In the Interactive Setup you can program the TV to
automatically tune to the correct input channel when
you press the component button on the remote.
TV, VCR, Satellite Receiver and DVD
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA
SATELLITE RECEIVER
OUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
R
IN FROM ANT
OUT TO TV
L
VCR
IN
AUDIO
L
VIDEO
OUT
DVD PLAYER
OUT
VIDEO
R
TV
SPEAKER
+
RIGHT
-
SELECTION
EXTERNAL INTERNAL
SPEAKERS
INPUT 1
S-VIDEO
INPUT 2
VIDEO
VIDEO
R
R
AUDIO
AUDIO
L
L
AUDIO OUTPUT
R—AUDIO—L
S-VIDEO
R
L
+
LEFT
SATELLITE
IN FROM ANT
OUT TO TV
S-VIDEO
-
VCR
CONTROL
CABLE/
ANTENNA
INPUT
IN
SATELLITE
CH3
CH4
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 VID1 (or SVID 1) input.
To watch the VCR in this connection tune to Channel 3
or 4.
To watch the DVD player 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 VID2 (or SVID 2) input.
In the Interactive Setup you can program the TV to
automatically tune to the correct input channel when
you press the component button on the remote.
Once you have completed this connection go to “Step 3:
Connecting the IR Controller” on page 9.
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Setup and Connections
Step 3: Connecting the IR
Controller
The IR (Infrared) Controller enables GUIDE Plus+ Gold* to control your
VCR and cable box (if necessary) so that you can tune to television
channels and even start recording a program from the program guide.
After you have affixed the ends of the controller to the necessary devices
(VCR, or Cable box), you will use the on-screen interactive setup routine
for GUIDE Plus+ to test the connected devices.
Attaching the IR Controllers
Some components label the infrared remote sensor, and others do not. If
your component is labeled, affix the IR controller directly over the sensor.
For components that do not label the remote sensor, you need to use the
component’s remote control to locate the sensor.
1. Hold the component’s remote control (not the remote that came
with your TV) so that it is touching the front of the component.
2. 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.)
Cable Box
CHANNEL
03
VCR
The IR Controller is used to send commands to your VCR
and/or cable box.
3. When the component turns off or on, you’ve located the sensor.
4. Affix the controller’s node directly to the remote sensor.
TV
SPEAKER
SELECTION
EXTERNAL INTERNAL
SPEAKERS
INPUT 2
VIDEO
R
AUDIO
L
AUDIO OUTPUT
L—AUDIO—R
INPUT 1
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
R
AUDIO
L
+
-
LEFT
+
-
RIGHT
S-VIDEO
VCR
CONTROL
CABLE/
ANTENNA
INPUT
SENSOR
Attach to VCR
Connected to the TV
VCR
Attach to the Cable Box (if you have one)
otherwise, just leave it unattached
CHANNEL
SENSOR
03
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Setup and Connections
TV
ON OFF
AUX
DVD
SAT•CABLE
SOUND
GO BACK
C
H
+
C
H
-
V
O
L
V
O
L
SKIPMUTE
INFO
MENU
OK
CLEAR
GUIDE
VCR1
VCR2
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 the
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
Press TV 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+ Gold 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,
see “GUIDE Plus+ Gold System” on page 44.
To get out of the Guide:
• Press OK to exit the Guide and tune to the highlighted channel.
• Press GUIDE to exit the Guide and tune to the channel displayed in
the View window.
• Press CLEAR to exit the Guide and go to the last channel you were
watching.
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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Step 7: Program the TV
Picture Quality
If the picture appears to have a double or
triple image or if you notice rings or halos
around objects, you may have to adjust the
color convergence. Details can be found
under the Screen menu heading in the
Features and Menus section of this manual.
Interactive Setup
There’s an on-screen setup routine
The interactive setup routine takes you through the steps
needed to configure the TV:
• Select a menu language
• Search for available channels
• Set up the GUIDE Plus+ Gold 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
Setup and connections
Setup and connections
1
1
➣
Interactive Setup
Interactive Setup
2
2
➣➣
Using the remote
Using the remote
3
3
Features and Menus
Features and Menus
4
4
➣
Reference
Reference
5
5
11
11
Interactive Setup
MENU
OK
CLEAR
Using Point and Select
You only need to know one rule when using the remote to access onscreen 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
SETUP
When first used or after a power
outage, your television needs
to be set up.
Would you like to begin now?
Press MENU to begin setup or
Press CLEAR to exit.
You can also access the Interactive Setup through the Main menu:
1. Press MENU to bring up the Main menu.
MAIN MENU
1 Audio
2 Picture Quality
3 Screen
4 Channel
5 Time
6 Parental Control
7 GUIDE Plus+ Menu
8 Setup
0 Exit
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.
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Interactive Setup
SETUP
Would you like to begin Setup
now?
1 Begin setup now
2 Cancel setup
3. Point to Begin setup now and press MENU or OK.
Select a Language
The first part of the setup routine asks you to select your preferred
language for the menu system.
SETUP
Select the language to be used
in these menus.
1 English
2 Español
3 Français
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
automatically for all channels available through your antenna or cable
TV system. This is sometimes called “autoprogramming.”
SETUP
Would you like the TV to search
for all available channels?
1 Search for channels
2 Skip this step
1. 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.
If you skip Auto Channel Search now, you
can access it later through the Channel
menu. You can also put channels in
memory manually using List & Labels.
See Features and Menus for more details.
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Interactive Setup
The GUIDE PIus Gold System
The next step lets you set up the GUIDE Plus+ Gold 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+ Gold initial menu or
point to Skip this Step to move to the next step in the Interactive Setup.
SETUP
This TV has GUIDE Plus+, the
new on-screen program guide
with one-button VCR recording.
1 Set up GUIDE Plus+
2 Skip this step
You can set up the GUIDE
Plus+ Gold system during
Interactive Setup. You can
also access the GUIDE Plus+
menus by pressing menu on
the remote, and selecting
GUIDE Plus+ Menu.
Setting Up the GUIDE PIus Gold System
To complete GUIDE Plus+ Gold setup, the GUIDE Plus+ Gold 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+ Gold
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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Interactive Setup
Select Yes if the cable box changed to channel 9, or No if it did not. If you select No, the system will try another code.
If the GUIDE Plus+ Gold 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 (or
VCR) 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 YES if you have a VCR, or NO if not.
(Answering NO automatically skips forward
to the end of GUIDE Plus+ Gold setup.)
Tune your VCR to channel 2 and turn it off.
Enter the brand of your VCR.
When the GUIDE Plus+ Gold 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 that comes up after you’ve successfully finished the GUIDE
Plus+ Gold setup gives you an opportunity to view a demo. If you don’t
want to view the demo, highlight EXIT and press OK.
Remember:
• Leave your cable box turned ON to download program information.
• Leave your VCR turned OFF to record programs and download program
information.
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Interactive Setup
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 and you may not see this screen.
SETUP
Would you like to set the time
on the TV?
1 Set time
2 Skip this step
1. Press MENU or OK to bring up the SET TIME control panel.
SET TIME
: AM
01 to 12
Enter
Press MENU to exit.
2. 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.
for the hour.
Setting the VCR1 Channel (auto
tuning)
The next step lets you set the VCR1 channel. When you set the VCR1
channel, you’re telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press
the VCR1 button on the remote. This is called auto tuning.
Indicate which input you used to connect the VCR. If you don’t have a
VCR1 component connected to the TV, skip this step or select Not
Connected from the VCR1 Channel choice list. (For more, see Auto
Tuning in the Features and Menus section.)
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SETUP
Would you like to use a VCR
with your TV?
1 Use TV with a VCR
2 Skip this step
1. Press MENU or OK to bring up the VCR1 choice list.
SET VCR1 CHANNEL
1 Not connected
2 Channel 3
3 Channel 4
4 Video 1 Input
5 Video 2 Input
2. Point to the choice that matches the way you have your VCR
connected to the TV. If you used audio/video cables, choose the
video input you connected the cables to.
3. Press MENU or OK to continue.
Setting the VCR2 Channel (auto
tuning)
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
information see Auto Tuning in the Features and Menus section.)
SETUP
Would you like to use a second
VCR with your TV?
1 Use TV with VCR 2
2 Skip this step
1. Press MENU or OK to bring up the VCR2 choice list.
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SET VCR2 CHANNEL
1 Not connected
2 Channel 3
3 Channel 4
4 Video 1 Input
5 Video 2 Input
2. Point to the choice that matches the way you have your second VCR
connected to the TV. If you used audio/video cables, choose the
video input you connected the cables to.
3. Press MENU or OK to continue.
Setting the DVD Channel (auto
tuning)
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 Features and Menus section.)
SETUP
Would you like to use a DVD
with your TV?
1 Use TV with DVD
2 Skip this step
1. Press MENU or OK to bring up the DVD choice list.
SET DVD CHANNEL
1 Not connected
2 Channel 3
3 Channel 4
4 Video 1 Input
5 Video 2 Input
2. Point to the choice that matches the way you have your DVD player
connected to the TV. If you used audio/video cables, choose the
video input you connected the cables to.
3. Press MENU or OK to continue.
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