RCA HD65W140YX4, HD65W140YX3, HD65W140YX2, HD65W140YX1, HD61W140YX4 Owner’s Manual

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Introduction

Key Features Overview

Your TV is equipped with features that will add to your TV viewing experience. The following information summarizes a few of these features. Chapter 3 provides more information about the

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

On-screen Program Guide

The GUIDE Plus+ system is a "no-fee," on-screen interactive list of programs and information that is built into your TV. You can scroll through the guide to

see what's on and tune directly to that program from the guide. You can also browse programs by category with the Sort feature or sort them alphabetically.

When you access the News feature, MSNBC will appear in your video window ff available and display current news stories by headline. One-Touch VCR

Recording is another benefit of the GUIDE Plus+ system. You don't have to remember to program your VCR or use the menus in your VCR to set up a

recording.

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

V-Chip: Parental Controls

You can block programs and movies by content, age-based ratings, and/or

movie ratings. Set up the Parental Controls menu in the TV's main menu (Chapter 3 has details). The broadcasters must use the rating system when they

send the program to your TV in order for your "IV to block the program. The TV must be locked for the parental controls settings to rake effect.

DTVLink® (Digital Television Link)

Better known to some as IEEE 1394 or FireWire*, these jacks enable connection of high-speed digital technology to devices with a DTVLink logo on them. With the two DTVLink connectors, you can network your digital devices by linking

them together.

Web Browser

A web browsing software package is built into your television that allows access to the Intemet including the W.W.W. The browser interprets HTML (HyperText

Markup Language), the programming language of the Intemet, into the words and graphics (jpeg and gif files) that you see when viewing a web page. This browser has some limitations and might not be equipped to interpret all files,

such as streaming video and audio. You'll need a high-speed connection, such as a DSL (digital subscriber line) unit or cable modem to use the web browser.

DTVLINK®Certification Logois a U.S. registeredmark of CEA. *FireWireisa trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S.and other countries.

Introduction

Record Output Jacks

You can record digital TV (and analog) programs by using the RECORD OUTPUT VIDEO OUT and AUDIO OUT L/R (you can also record analog programs). Your "IV must be tuned to the chamael in order to record the

program.

Integrated HDTV Tuner

Decodes all 16 formats of ATSC Digital TV broadcasts for a clearer picture without ghosting or snow. Decodes NTSC analog TV broadcasts. For digital TV,

can output sound in Dolby Digital 5.1 and pictures in 16:9 widescreen (if the broadcast supports it).

Menu Path

On-Screen Help Text

The elaborate on-screen help text along with the user's guide assists you in learning to use the features of your television. A menu path appears at the top of the screen to remind you where you are in the menu system. The help text

consists of step-by-step instructions, definitions, information, tips, etc.

Auto Tuning

The Auto Tuning feature allows you to set up the TV to tune to a specific channel when you press a certain component (VCR, DVD Player, etc.) button on

the remote. See Chapter 3 for details.

Table of Contents

Introduction

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

Chapter 1: Connections & Setup

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

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

How to Connect: TV + VCR + DVD Player ............................................................................... 8

How to Connect: TV + _atellite Receiver + VCR ...................................................................... 9

How to Connect: Dolby Digital Receiver + Speakers ............................................................ 10

How to Connect: AN Amplifier/Receiver + Speakers ........................................................... 10

How to Connect: TV + Speakers ............................................................................................ 11

Explanation of Input Jacks and Cables ........................................................................................ 12

Back of the TV ................................................................................................................................ 14

Why You Should Connect the G-LINK Cable ................................................................................ 17

How to Find the Remote Sensor ............................................................................................ 17

Placing the G-LINK Wands ..................................................................................................... 17

The Front of Your TV ..................................................................................................................... 18

Front Inputs ............................................................................................................................. 18

Front Panel .............................................................................................................................. 18

Plug in the TV ...................... . .......................................................................................................... 19

Put batteries in the remote ........................................................................................................... 19

Turn on the TV ............................................................................................................................... 19

Complete the Assisted Setup ........................................................................................................ 20

Set the Menu Language ......................................................................................................... 20

Complete Channel Search ...................................................................................................... 20

The GUIDE Plus+ System Setup .............................................................................................. 20

What to Expect .............................................................................................................................. 24

Next Steps ...................................................................................................................................... 24

Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control

The Buttons on the Remote Control ............................................................................................ 26

Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components ........................................................ 28

Using the Input Button ................................................................................................................. 30

Code List ......................................................................................................................................... 31

Chapter 3: Using the TV's Features

About the Channel Banner ........................................................................................................... 34

Digital or Analog TV Channel ....................................................................................................... 35

About the GUIDE Plus+ System .................................................................................................... 36

Parental Controls ........................................................................................................................... 40

Lock/Unlock TV ....................................................................................................................... 40

Channel Lists ........................................................................................................................... 40

How V-Chip Works .................................................................................................................. 41

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

Front Button Block ................................................................................................................. 45

Web Browser Block ................................................................................................................. 45

Auto Tuning Feature ...................................................................................................................... 46

PIP (Picture-in-Picture) Operation ................................................................................................. 47

Using the Web Browser ................................................................................................................ 48

Browser Screen Burn Prevention ........................................................................................... 49

Saving Your Favorite URLs ..................................................................................................... 49

Controlling the Web Browser ................................................................................................ 49

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Chapter 4: Using the TV's Menu System

Menus, On-screen Help and Control Panels ................................................................................ 52

Exiting a menu ........................................................................................................................ 52

On-Screen Help ....................................................................................................................... 52

Control Panels......................................................................................................................... 52

Picture Quality Menu .................................................................................................................... 54

Picture Settings ....................................................................................................................... 54

Picture Presets......................................................................................................................... 54

Auto Color ............................................................................................................................... 55

Color Warmth ......................................................................................................................... 55

Noise Filter .............................................................................................................................. 55

Convergence ........................................................................................................................... 55

SVM ......................................................................................................................................... 56

Reset Controls ......................................................................................................................... 56

Audio Menu ................................................................................................................................... 56

Graphic Equalizer ................................................................................................................... 56

Audio Processor ...................................................................................................................... 57

Sound Logic ............................................................................................................................. 57

Audio Language ..................................................................................................................... 57

SAP (Second Audio Program) ................................................................................................. 58

Balance .................................................................................................................................... 58

FixedA/ariable Out .................................................................................................................. 58

Digital Audio Out ................................................................................................................... 59

Subwoofer ............................................................................................................................... 59

Time Menu ..................................................................................................................................... 59

Connections Menu ......................................................................................................................... 59

Antenna Info ........................................................................................................................... 59

Channel Search ....................................................................................................................... 60

Software Upgrade .................................................................................................................. 60

Signal Source ........................................................................................................................... 60

Signa_Type .............................................................................................................................. 61

Auto Tuning ............................................................................................................................ 61

DTVLINK® (Digital Television Link) ....................................................................................... 61

Special Features ...................................................................................................................... 61

Ethernet Setup ........................................................................................................................ 62

Preferences Menu .......................................................................................................................... 62

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

Screen Format ......................................................................................................................... 64

Record Output ........................................................................................................................ 64

Color Scheme .......................................................................................................................... 64

Translucency ............................................................................................................................ 65

Menu Language ...................................................................................................................... 65

Digital Channel Info ............................................................................................................... 65

Chapter 5: Reference

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................. 68

AccessoryInformation .................................................................................................................. 74

Umited Warranty .......................................................................................................................... 77

Care and Cleaning ......................................................................................................................... 78

Index ............................................................................................................................................... 79

Chapter 1

Connections & Setup

Chapter Overview:

• Things to Consider Before You Connect

• ChooseYour Connection

• How To Connect

• Back of the TV

• Why You Should Connect the G-LINK Cable

• The Front of Your TV

• Plug in theTV

• Put Batteries in the Remote

• How to Use the Remote Control to Complete

the Assisted Setup

• Turn on theTV

• Complete the Assisted Setup

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Things to Consider Before You Connect

Protect Against Power Surges

Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet or power strip. NEVER plug your TV into an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch.

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

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

Protect Components from Overheating

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

• Don't stack components.

When you place components in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation. If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on the top shelf so the heated air from it

won't flow around other components.

Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference

• Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack.

Use Indirect Light

Don't place the 'IV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen. Use soft or indirect lighting.

Connection Illustrations

The components used in the connection illustrations are for representation only. The input jacks and the output jacks on the back of your components (VCR, DVD player, etc.,) might look different

than those illustrated.

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Choose Your Connection

There are several ways to connect your television, depending on the components you want to connect and the quality of the signal you want to achieve. Please use the following chart to determine which connection is best for you. Proceed to the appropriate page and connect your TV. For more information about the relationship between the cables, jacks, and the quality of the signal you see on your TV, go to page 12.

Components

Cables Needed

Coaxial Audio/video

G-LINK Component

Coaxial Audio/video

G-LINK

Coaxial Audio/video G-LINK

Connection

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TV + DVD ÷ VCR

TV + Satellite Receiver ÷ VCR

TV + A/V

Receiver + VCR

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Cables You Need to Connect Components to Your TV

The pictures below show the cables you may need for the connections represented in this book.

NOte: Please locate the G-LINK cable (provided) when you're getting ready to set up your "IV. 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 properly.

G-UNK cable Composite Video Coaxial cable S-Video cable Component Video

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How to Connect: TV + VCR + DVD Player

1. Connect your cable or off-air signal to ANTENNA A. If you have cable and off-air antennas, connect the cable signal to ANTENNA A INPUT (antenna A is the only source for GUIDE Plus+ System). Connect the off-air antenna to ANTENNA B INPUT. If you have only an off-air antenna, connect it to ANTENNA A INPUT.

2. Connect your DVD Player to your TV. Connect the DVD player's component and audio outputs to INPUT 3 on the TV using component cables (connecting the video jack does not affect the component connection). If your DVD player has composite audio/video and an S-Video

output, use INPUTs ! or 2 and use the S-Video jack instead of the video jack.

Notes: If you are using an S-_[ideo cable (INPUT I or 2) or component video cables, you must also use audio cables. The S-Video cable and component video cables only transfers video information.

If your DVD player has a component video outpu¢ we recommend you use the component video input on the TV instead of the composite video or _Wldeo connection. Don't forget to also connect audio cables when using the component video cables.

3. Connect your VCR to your TV0 A. Connect the VCR's audio/video outputs to INPUT 1 (audio/video) on the "IVusing composite audio/video cables.

B. Connect the VCR's audio/video inputs to RECORD OUTPUT on the "IV. This enables recording of digital programs

(unless copy protected, using DVI HDTV or component video formats), as well as analog programs.

Connect G-LINK Cable (see page 17)

Viewing the Components

1. Turn on the TV and the component(s) you want to view.

2. Press the TV button on the remote control.

3. Press the INPUT button on the remote control to scroll through the video inputs.

• The VCR can be viewed on the INPUT 1 channel.

• The DVD player can be viewed on the INPUT 3 channel.

Note: You canset up the 73/to automatically tune to the correct input channel Thisis called Auto Tuning. (SeeChapter 3 for more information.)

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Connect G-LINK Cable (see page 17)

How to Connect: TV + Satellite Receiver + VCR

1. Connect your cable or off-air signal to ANTENNA A. If you have cable and off-air antennas, connect the cable signal to ANTENNA A INPUT (antenna A is the only source for

GUIDE Plus+ System). Connect the off-air antenna to ANTENNA B INPUT. If you have only an off-air antenna, connect it

to ANTENNA A INPUT.

Connect your VCR to your TV. A. Connect the VCR'saudio/video outputs to INPUT 1 (audio/video) on the TV using composite audio/video cables.

B. Connect the VCR's audio/video inputs to RECORD OUTPUT on the TV.This enables recording of digital programs

(unless copy protected, using DVI HDTV or component video formats), as well as analog programs.

Connect your Satellite Receiver to your TV.

Connect the satellite receiver's audio/video output jacks to the INPUT 2 AUDIO (R and L) and VIDEO jacks on the "IV using composite cables. If your satellite receiver has an S-Video output, you can make the video connection by using the

S-Video jacks instead. If your satellite receiver has component outputs, then use INPUT 3 or 4.

Note: If you are using an S-Video cable or component video cables, you must also use audio cables. The S-V ideo cable and component video cables only transfers video information.

Viewing the Components

1. Tum on the TV and the component(s) you want to view.

Press the TV button on the remote control.

Press the INPUT button on the remote control to scroll through the video inputs.

• The VCR can be viewed on the INPUT 1 channel.

• The satellite receiver can be viewed on the INPUT 2 channel.

Note: You can set up the 7"Vto automatically tune to the correct input channel. Thisis called Auto tuning. (SeeChapter 3 for more information.)

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How to Connect: Dolby Digital Receiver + Speakers

If you own a Dolby Digital® or PCM (Pulse-Code Modulation) receiver that uses an optical cable-type input, connect an optical cable for excellent audio quality. Connect one end of the optical cable to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack on your "IV to the Optical Input Jack on your receiver/amplifier receiver. Consult your Dolby Digital receiver manual to complete

speaker hookup to the receiver.

You might want to switch INTERNAL SPEAKER SOURCE to EXT AMP and connect the audio receiver's CENTER SPEAKER OUTPUT to the TV's EXT AMP input to use the TV's internal speakers as a center speaker.

Go to Audio menu and select Audio Select if your receiver can decode DD and PCM. Go to Audio menu and select PCM if your receiver can decode only PCM.

How to Connect: A/V Amplifier/Receiver + Speakers

1. Connect the FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT from the TV to an A/V amplifier/receiver using audio cables.

2. Be sure to go to the Fixed/Variable Out screen in the Audio menu and select whether you want the FIXED/VARIABLE

AUDIO OUTPUT jacks to send fixed volume audio or variable volume audio.

• Fixed Ou_ut provides fixed-level audio output from the TV. This audio output is ideal for connecting to an A/V receiver that has its own volume control.

• Variable Output provides variable-level audio output. Volume levels are controlled by the volume controls on the TV and 'IV remote control.

3. Use speaker wire to connect the TV to external speakers.

• The EXTANT W/EXT SURR switch beside the jacks lets you turn the TV's internal speakers on or off. The default position of the switch is INT W/EXT SURR.

• If you connect speakers and place the switch in the INT W/EXT SURR position, you get audio from the internal speakers as well as L minus R from both external speakers. This connection gives you a matrix surround effect.

• If you connect speakers and place the switch in the EXT position, you get audio from the external speakers only. The TV's internal speakers are turned off.

Notes: The external speaker rating is8 ohms with 30 watts total power handling capabilities.

Subwoofer status is not affected by the EXTIINT W/EXT SURRswitch setting.

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*Manufactured under licensefrom Dolby Laboratories "Dolby", "Pro Logic", and the double-D symbol are

trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

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How to Connect: TV + Speakers

You can connect up to two additional speakers to the TV: one to the RIGHT terminal, and one to the LEFT terminal.

1. If necessary, remove the vinyl covering from the ends of the speaker wire and twist the wire

core.

2. Open the lever on the speaker terminal.

3. Insert the wire core into the hole. Be sure to connect the (+) to (+) and (-) to (-).

4. Close the lever. Pull gently on the wire to see that it's connected securely.

5. Place the SPEAKER SELECT EXT/INT W/EXT SUP,P, switch is in the INT W/EXT SURR

position to heflr the TV's internal speakers.

6. Go to the Audio menu and Fixed/Variable Out screen and make sure Variable Out - Speakers On is selected.

Notes: When connecting the speaker wire, make sure you connect the positive (+) terminal on the TV to the positive (+) terminal on the speaker.

One side of the speaker wire is usually marked with a white stripe to help

Speaker wire

you match the terminals correctly. If the (+) and (-) terminals are not

matched proper/y, the speakers will not be "in phase," causing reduction in bass frequencies.

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Do not allow the wire core to touch other wires or terminals. Damage to components could result if the cores of two wires touch.

Arrange the speakers in your TV room to achieve maximum sound quality.

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Explanation of Input Jacks and Cables

This section describes the jacks and cables you might use to make connections (cables may be ordered separately by using the order form on page 75). There are several ways to connect components to your TV.

Different jacks and cables provide a different level of performance. It's important to remember the different degrees of picture improvement for comparison. If you use the DVI-HDTV and DTV LINK, the picture improvement can be noticeable depending on the source material. The component jacks are considered an excellent improvement; S-Video and composite

jacks are considered very good while the antenna RF connection is good.

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DVI-HDTV

DVI-HDTV (Digital Visual Interface-High Definition Television) Connector

DVI-HDTV is an uncompressed, digital video interface designed to deliver digital video in its native format, it supports the overlay of high-resdiution

graphics used by some program guides and interactive devices. The signal speed through a DVI-HDTV interface reaches 1.78 gigabits per second with high-definition video. Audio information is carried separately

Note: Remember to connect the left and right audio cablesbecause the S-Video cable carriesonly the picture signal, not the sound.

DTVLink® (Digital Television Link) Connectors

DTVLink is a compressed digital video input offering an IEEE-1394 type video connection from consumer devices such as satellite receivers, cable receivers,

and digital recorders that meet the CEA specifications for DTVLink. DTVLink is better known to some as 1394 or FireWire for digital televisions. If your 1394

device has the DTVLink logo on it, it should work with this TV. Audio and video information is carried on a single wire. You can use either or both

connectors to link your devices.

Ethernet Jack and Cable

This jack is used to connect a router, cable modem or DSL (Digital Subscriber

Line) unit.

Digital Audio Out Jackand Optical Cable

The optical cable is used to connect a Dolby Digital or PCM receiver to your TV. If you own a Dolby Digital or PCM receiver that uses an optical cable input,

Digital Audio

Output Jack

you can use an optical cable to connect the "IVto that receiver for the best sound quality.

Note: This TV's optical digital output jack fully complies with the international standard governing this type of jack (IEC958), and is

designed for connection to a Dolby Digital (AC-3 ®or PCM) receiver or Dolby Digital (AC-3 or PCM) decoder. Older equipment, some of which is not fully compliant with IEC958, may not be compatible with the Dolby Digital bitstream. Such a connection using anything other than Dolby

Digital (AC-3 or PCM) receiver or decoder could create a high noise level,

causing damage to headphones or speakers.

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Connections & Setup

Component Video (Yopb.Pr) Jacks and Cables

The Y-Pb-Pr jacks allow you to connect an optional component video source,

such as a DVD player. This connection provides excellent picture quality because the video is separated into three signals. To ensure maximum picture quality, use three video-grade cables for the connection.

Note: Also, remember to connect the left and right audio cablesbecause the Y.Pb+Pr cablescarry only the picture signal, not the sound.

S-Video Jacks and Cables

The S-Video (super video) jacks provide better picture quality than the regular video jacks because the color (chrominance, also called chroma) part of the

signal is separated from the black and white (luminance) part of the picture.

If a component you're connecting to your TV (like a DVD player) has an S-VIDEO jack and composite video, connect the DVD player to the 'IV with an

S-Video cable (not provided) for a better quality picture.

Note: Remember to connect the left and right audio cablesbecause the

S-Video cable carriesonly the picture signal, not the sound.

Audio/Video Jacks

RF Jack

Composite Audio/Video Jacks and Cables (RCA-type)

These jacks are used for most audio/video connections between components. The audio/video jacks are often color coded (yellow for video, red for right

audio, and white for left audio). This is also called composite video.

Note: If your component hasonly one output for audio (mono), connect it

to the left (white UMono) audio jack on the TV and don't connect the right audio part of the cable.

RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables (F-type)

RF jacks are used for reception of off-air broadcasts and cable signals or for connecting components that have only RF outputs. The RF and coaxial jacks on

the TV are labeled ANTENNA A INPUT and ANTENNA B INPUT.

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Back of the TV

The diagrams below illustrate each of the back panel jacks found on the TV. When connecting cables, be sure to connect corresponding outputs and inputs (video to video, right audio to right audio, etc.).

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RIGHT and LEFTEXTERNALSPEAKERTerminals Used to connect

external speakers for improved fight and left sound, or surround sound. See page 10.

SPEAKER SELECT - EXT. or INT W/EXT SURR Switch Lets you direct

where the output of the TV's internal speakers goes. With the switch in the EXT position, you hear the TV's external speakers. In INT W/EXT SURR position, you hear the internal and external speakers

Note: To turn the TV'_ internal speakers on and off, press MENU on the remote control and choose Audio. Then choose Fixed/Variable Out from

the menu and choose an option.

FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPLrr L/R Provides fixed-level or variable- level audio output from the television. Fixed (Fixed/Variable is a menu

setting) audio output is ideal for audio recording or for connecting to an A/V receiver amplifier (-an auxiliary baseband componen0 when you want to control the volume through the A/V receiver instead of the TV. Variable

is used to connect an A/V receiver or amplifier (an auxiliary baseband componen0 for variably-controlled stereo output.

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CENTERCHANNELINPUT

INTERNAL (60WATTSinto8OHMS)

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Inputs 314 can be used as either a component video (Y P_P_) input or a composite video (V)

input. The TV auto detects the connection with Y P8P8having highest priorit_.

480i Y P8P_is viewable when using PiPbut 480p and 1080i are not.

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Note: The subwoofer is tur ned on or off via Audio Subwoofer menu.

CENTER SPEAKER INPUT

INTERNAL SPEAKER SOURCE - TV / EXT AMP Switch With the switch

in the "IV position, the TV's sound comes out of the internal speakers, with the switch in the EXT AMP position, the internal speakers are used for an external center channel. An external amplifier/receiver can be connected to

the center channel input and the center channel audio comes out of the TV's internal speakers.

• CENTER CHANNEL INPLrr Used to connect a center channel output from

an audio receiver to the 'IV. If in use, switch the INTERNAL SPEAKER

SOURCE to EXT AMP position.

VIDEO/AUDIO INPUTS

VIDEO _ l/AUDIO INPLrr 1 Lets you connect a baseband NTSC (analog) component.

V (VIDEO) provides composite video connection and connector is usually

yellow, L/MONO AUDIO provides left audio connection and connector is usually

white.

Note: If your component hasonly one output for audio (mono), connect

it to the left (white LIMono) audio jack on the TV and don't connect the right audio part of the cable.

• R AUDIO provides right audio connection and connector is usually red. S-VIDEO lets you connect an S-Video cable for better video quality picture

to a component with S-Video capability, such as a VCR or DVD player.

When using S-Video, make sure to connect the two audio cables as well as

the S-Video connector.

VIDEO INPLrr 2/AUDIO INPUT 2 Provides connection to a second NTSC

(analog) video component such as a VCR. The jacks are as described for INPUT 1.

VIDEO IN]PUT 3/AUDIO INPUT 3 Used to connect an optional component

(Y PR PR) video source, such as a DVD player or satellite receiver. This connection provides excellent quality. Note that it is essential to match the color

coded connectors between a compatible device and the "IV.

• AUDIO R/L/MONO The audio jacks provide stereo sound. When connected, audio volume from the main front and rear speakers are variable.

V(VIDEO) provides composite video connection and connector is usually yellow.

Y Pu Pa Unlike a single video input, component video maintains the video signal as three separate signals through these three jacks. To ensure

maximum picture quality, use three video-grade cables for the Y PBPR connections. Accepts 480i, 480p, 1080i signals. Has priority over V

connection.

VIDEO IN'pLrr 4/AUDIO INPLrI" 4 Provides connection to a second optional component video source, such as a DVD player or satellite receiver. The jacks are the same as described in INPUT 3.

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VIDEO INPUT 5/AUDIO NUT 5 Provides DVI-HDTV and analog audio

connections.

• L/MONO AUDIO provides left audio connection and connector is usually

white.

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• R AUDIO provides right audio connection and connector is usually red.

• DVI-HDTV provides a digital video connection from a video source to the TV.

RECORD OUTPUT Used to connect to the VCR or DVD-recorder to record digital or analog signals from Antenna A or B and inputs (excluding DVI-HDTV

and some component video formats) while TV is turned on.

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

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• AUDIO L provides left audio connection and connector is usually white.

• AUDIO R provides right audio connection and connector is usually red.

Note: The record output cannot be used for timed recordings from a device connected to the TV.

DIGITAL AUDIO ovrPuT Use a digital optical cable (or SPDIF cable) to connect your "IV to a compatible Dolby Digital or PCM receiver or decoder. Dolby Digital offers theatre-quality sound (six audio channels). Use the Digital Audio Out screen in the Audio menu to select Auto Select or PCM as the output

for this jack.

G_LINK Uses to connect the G-LINK cable for VCRone touch recording and!

or cable box control with GUIDE Plus+ System.

KI'HERNET Used to connect a router, cable modem, or Digital Subscribe Line

to the TV using an RJ-45 cable (NIC). Do not connect telephone cable because of risk of fire, shock, etc. A green light on the jack means that an active

network has been detected. An orange light means the data either is being sent or received.

DTVLINK Used to connect a compatible DTVLink (1394) device. With two devices, you can either connect them to each other and then to the 'IV or

connect each to a separate 1394 connector. For several devices, be sure to connect the faster of the 1394 devices in the link closer to the connection point

of the "IVand the slower devices furthest away. Do not loop the devices.

ANTENNA A INPUT / ANTENNA B INPUTs Used to connect an off-air "terrestrial" antenna and/or cable TV signal to the TV. If you have both cable

and air, connect cable to ANTENNA A and off-air to ANTENNA B. If you have air only, connect it to ANTENNA A.

Note: You can use the ANTENNA B (or ANTENNA A) for video games and switch between the two inputs using the ANTENNA button on the remote

control. When using 73/games, computers, and similar products with your

keep the contrast at a low setting. Ira fixed (non-moving)patter n is

left on the screen for a long period of time at a high contrast setting, the image can be permanently imprinted onto the picture tubes. These types of imprints are not covered by your warranty.

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Why You Should Connect the G-LINK Cable

The G-LINK cable enables the GUIDE Plus+ system (the on-screen interactive program guide) to

work with your VCRand/or cable box.

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

guide is on your "IV 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 features of the guide wilt work properly, however.

How to Find the Remote Sensor

You have to place the G-LINK wands in front of the remote sensor on the VCR and/or cable box. Some cable boxes and VCRs have the remote sensor labeled on the unit. If the remote sensor isn't labeled on your VCR and/or cable box, you need to use the remote 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 the one that came with your TV, but the one that came with the cable box and/or VCRto which you're attaching the G-LINK cable) so that it is touching

the front of the component.

Slowly move the remote control across the front of the component (VCRor cable box) while you press the power button on and off. You must 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 VCR's or cable box's remote sensor.

Placing the G-LINK Wands

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

If you have both VCR and cable box, it doesn't

rna_er which wand is connected to which box.

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

connected to your T_,

just coil the cable of the

extra G-LINK wand with a twist tie and leave it

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The Front of Your TV

Front Inputs

The TV has front inputs for convenience: an S-VIDEO input, one set of composite AUDIO/VIDEO Inputs, and a headphone jack. Look for a hinged door and open the cover. Please note the illustration below shows a typical front layout and may

not resemble your "IV.

Notes; When you plug in headphones, the TV's internal and externa/ speakers, Fixed/V ariable Audio Output, and Digital Audio Output are autornatica//y turned of_

When connecting a device that uses a monaural cab/e, such assome camcorders, use the Left (mono) input jack to get sound from both speakers.

Front Panel

If you cannot locate your remote, you can use the front panel of your TV to operate many of the TV's features. As this user's guide covers several models, your TV may or may not have all of the buttons described below.

MENU/OK Brings up the Main menu. When the menu system is displayed, pressing MENU/OK selects highlighted items. CH_, Scans down through the current channel list. In the menu system, it points down to items and adjusts menu

controls.

C!Iv Scans up through the channel list. In the menu system, it points up to items and adjusts menu controls. VOL a Decreases the volume. In the menu system, it points left to items and adjusts menu controls.

VOL _ Increases the volume. In the menu system, it points right to items and adjusts menu controls. POWER Turns the TV on and off. The indicator in the button lights when TV is on

INPUT (only available on 65" model) Toggles through the TV's available input sources (Front Input, INPUT 1, INPUT 2, INPUT 3, INPUT 4, INPUT 5, DTVLink, the last active antenna (Antenna A or Antenna 13).

INFO (only available on 65" modal.) Brings up channel banner with channel and viewing information. Press again to remove the banner. In the GUIDE Plus+ system, brings up more program or promotion information.

Note: The front panel illustration shows a typical frontpanel layout. The exact

look maybe different from the one on the front of your TV

If you use the Front Button Block feature, the front panel no longer

provides access to the menus. The Front

Button Block feature disables all front

panel buttons but not inputs. For more information, see Chapter 3.

Headphone jack

A/V jacks

S- VIDEO IN

MENU'OK CH • CH • VOL'_ VOL_" POWER INPUT INFO

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Plug in the TV

Plug the flat end of the cable into the power jack on the back of the "IV.

Then plug the end of the power cord into an appropriate wall outlet. Be

sure to insert the plug completely. Do not plug into an outlet controlled

by a light switch. The TV needs some power to acquire guide listings, do

recordings, etc.

Note: When you first plug your TV into an outlet the Power LED indicator on the front panel will light for approximately 15 seconds

and then go off during the initialization of the TV.The TV can only be turned on after the Power LED indicator goes off Thishappens every time power is reapplied to the TV

Put batteries in the remote

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

by pushing down on and sliding off the cover.

• Insert 2 "AA" fresh batteries. Make sure the polarities (+ and -) are

aligned correctly.

• Replace the cover.

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Use the Remote Control to Complete

the Assisted Setup

The technical term is "Navigation" - how you move through the on- screen menus. The method is the same throughout the menu screens:

highlight your choice and select it.

To highlight a menu item, put the remote into TV mode by pressing the "IV button then MENU. Press the arrow buttons on the remote to

highlight one of the items listed in the menu. Use the up or down arrow button to move up or down. Use the right or left arrow button to move right or left.

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

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

different color).

Turn on the TV

Press TV on the remote, or press POWER on the TV's front panel.

Note: Pressingthe TV button turns on the TV and puts the remote

into TV mode. _TV mode _ means that the buttons on the remote control operate the TV_ functions.

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Complete the Assisted Setup

To accessthe setup menus manually, press

MENU and choose Assisted Setup.

Channel Search takes several minutes because the TV issearching for all possible analog and

digital channels. You may want to leave and come back lateK

The menu system in your TV allows the TV's features to be configured to work properly. On-screen information helps you make the right selections for your setup. The first time you turn on your TV, the Assisted Setup screens appear

automatically.

Set the Menu Language

The first part of the Assisted Setup menu asks you to select your preferred language for the menu system.

1. Highlight your preferred language for the menu system using the arrow buttons.

2. Press OK to select that language.

Complete Channel Search

The next part of the Assisted Setup asks you if you want the TV to search for all

channels viewable through your antenna or cable TV system.

1. Highlight Full Search and press OK to tell the TV to begin searching for channels. A progress report appears on the screen.

2. When search is complete, press OK (the first GUIDE Plus+ system setup

screen appears).

Notes: If you skip Channel Search now, you can access it later through

the Connections menu. See Chapter 4 for more details.

If cable box is connected to ANTENNA A, Channel Search cannot work.

The GUIDE Plus+ System Setup

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

to access the setup screens from the TV's main menu_ press MENU, choose GUIDE Plus+

Menu, and choose GUIDE Plus+ Setup, then choose "No, repeat setup process. _

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Important Note: If you have a VCR and/or cable box connected to the

T_, you need to connect the G-LINK cable to use the GUIDE Plus+ system.

If you didn't connect the G-LINK cable, go to page 17. Disregard the screen that tells you to refer to the Quick Setup sheet because there is no

sheet packed with this TV.

The GUIDE Plus+ system is a no-fee, on-screen interactive program guide that lists what shows are on TV in your area. In order to receive program listings,

you need to complete the following steps.

Step 1: Identifying Your TV's Location

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

remote control to highlight your country and press OK.

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Use the number buttons and/or the arrows on your remote to enter your zip code or postal 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 press the right arrow button

to go to the next space. The left arrow button also moves the highlight 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 GUIDE Plus+ system needs to know if your TV is connected to a cable TV connection.

Notes: If you have two off-air antennas connected (one to ANTENNA A and one to ANTENNA B) and you aren't getting the guide listings, try

swapping the antennas.

If your cable system r etransmits digital off-air channels over cable, you

should select YES to cable inquiry.

You cannot tune to digital channels from the GUIDE Plus+ system if you

have cable service or a cable box connected unless an off-air antenna is connected to Antenna B.

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

Configuring for a VCR appears--go to page 22.)

2. If you have a cable box connected to this TV, highlight Yes and press OK

Note: The next series of screens is very important because the GUIDE Plus+ system must find the correct cable box information in order to receive the correct TV program listings.

If you don't have a cable box connected to this TV, highlight No and press OK (STEP 3: Configuring for a VCR appears--go to page 22).

Highlight the channel on ANTENNAA where you have to tune your TV to see cable box programming, and press OK (a screen appears reminding

you to connect your G-LINK cable to your TV and cable box).

Notes: If not using INPUT 1(VIDEO 1/AUX), you must connect to ANTENNA

A not B.

Channel 03 ls the most common. Choose Video I/A UX if your cable box is connected to your 7"1/with audio/

video cables instead of a coaxial cable. Go to page 7 for pictures of these cables. If you choose Video l /Au_ then connect the cable box to the TV" s INPUT I,

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

Important Note: Cable box may only be connected to ANTENNA A or

INPUT I if it b to be controlled by GUIDE Plus+System

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

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

Important Note: When code testing is inprogress, don't touch your T_,

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, the test was successful. Highlight Yes, and press OK (57"EP3: Configuringfora VCR

appears).

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

Test this code again: If you think the "IV, the cable box, or any of the remote controls might have been touched or bumped during the test, highlight Test this 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 tests the next code). Repeat the previous instructions until the TV finds the correct cable box

code. Follow the instructions on the 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.

Step 3: Configuring for a VCR

1. If your TV is connected to a VCR, press OK (a screen appears reminding

you to connect your G-LINK cable to your TV and VCR). If it is not, highlight No and press OK.

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

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

Keep the VCRon. When you complete these steps, press OK to begin testing.

Important Note: When code testing b in progress,don't touch your T_,

VCR,or any of the remote controls for these products.

Look at the front of your VCR. If your VCR stopped playing the tape, the

test was successful. Highlight Yes and press OK.

If your VCR didn't stop playing a tape, you can either choose No or Test this

code again.

Tip

Leave your cable box turned ON to download program information.

Leave your VCR turned OFF to record programs.

If you think your TV or remote might have been touched during the test,

make sure the VCR is on and playing a tape. Highlight Test this code again.

If you don't think the test was interrupted, highlight No. Make sure the VCR is playing a tape and is on. Press OK (the GUIDE Plus+ system starts testing

another set of codes.) Keep following the previous instructions until the TV finds the

correct code for the VCR.

Note: If the GUIDE Plus+ system can't locate the correct code for the VCR, a llst 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 setup and press OK. If your cable box and/or

VCR code testing failed, you should see INCOMPLkT_ where the cable

box and VCR codes are listed. Once setup is complete, additional

screens appear. Disregard the screen that tells you to refer to the Quick Setup sheet because

there is no sheet packed with this TV.

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

What to Expect

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

If all of the program information has been sent to your TV, the GUIDE Plus+ system appears

with all of your TV program listings.

If the program information hasn't been sent to your TV yet, an outline of the GUIDE

(without TV program listings) will appear on the screen. Program information is usually sent to your TV at night.

If more than one cable company services your area, you may be prompted with a Channel Mapping screen after the first GUIDE Plus+ system download. You will need to identify your

cable company by selecting the correct channel numbers for the stations in question. Features of the GUIDE Plus+ system are explained in Chapter 3. To clear the guide from your screen, press CLEARor GUIDE on the remote control.

Next Steps

Now that you've finished the Assisted Setup, you're ready to watch TV. This might be a good time to program your remote control. The remote control that came with this TV can be programmed

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

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