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WARNING: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not

expose this TV to rain or moisture.

If you suspect that liquid has entered the TV, unplug it immediately and have it inspected by an RCA TV Servicenter. Turning it off is not enough - your TV has power applied to some circuits even when the TV is turned off.

CAUTION; TO REDUCE THE

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CAUTION: Maintain electrical safety. Powerline-operated equipment or accessories connected to this unit should bear the UL listing mark or CSA certification mark on the accessory

itself and should not have been modified so as to defeat the safety features. This will help avoid any potential hazard from

electric shock or fire. If in doubt, contact qualified service personnel.

Note to Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call

your attention to Article 820-22 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.

• Your TV operates on 120 volts, 60 Hz AC power (normal

house power) and has a polarized AC plug. Because one blade of the plug is wider than the other, the plug fits into the

wall socket only one way. Do not defeat the safety feature of this plug. If you need an extension cord, make sure it is polarized.

_ AUTION: To prevent electric shock, do not use

the polarized plug on this TV with an extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless both blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.

MISE EN GARDE: Pour prrvenir les chocs

61ectriques, ne pas utiliser la fiche polarisre de cet appareil avec une rallonge, une prise de courant ou une autre sortie, _ moins que les lames ne

puissent _.tre insrr_es _ fond sans qu'aucune partie ne soit

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• All operating controls and their functions are identified and explained in this manual. For warranty service or routine

maintenance, contact the nearest Authorized RCA TV Servicenter. All servicing and adjustments to electrical components should be done by a qualified service technician.

Mail Your Enrollment Card Today

• An RCA Owner's Club Enrollment Card is packed with

your set. Please fill out the card and return st

immediately.

• Your name then will be enrolled in the next drawing,

which takes place every three months. If your name is drawn, you will be reimbursed for the fuil purchase

price of your new RCA product (restricted to residents

of USA only).

• Your prompt submission of this card confirms your right to the protection available under the terms and conditions of the warranty and also allows us to contact you in the unlikely issuance of a safety modification.

• With your card on file, we can also help you in the event

of loss or theft by verifying your ownership. "

• If you did not receive an RCA Owner's Club Enrollment Card, please contact your dealer.

Attach Your Sales Receipt Here and File at Home For

Future Reference

• To obtain warranty parts andservice, you must show your sales receipt (or other evidence of purchase) to

your Authorized RCA TV Servicenter.

• Tape or staple your sales receipt to this manual so you will have it handy should service ever be needed. Do not mail your sales receipt to us. File it at home with your owner's manual for future reference.

Record Vital Information Here

• No other set has the same serial number as yours. You

will find the serial number and the model number on the back of your set (and pre-printed on your

Enrollment Card).

• Make sure you record both numbers below so that you

will have them in case your set is stolewor in case you need a complete description for any other reason.

Model:

Serial:

Purchase Date: Dealer Name/Address/Phone:

Thank you for choosing RCA

Congratulations on your purchase of an RCA TV. You have selected a

high-quality, precision-engineered instrument designed to give you years of video and audio enjoyment.

Despite its sophistication, your new

TV is amazingly simple to operate because it has so many automatic

features. To simplify operation even more. the TV provides on-screen prompts that guide you thru each step of the special functions. The remote control allows adjustment of major operating controls from the comfort of your favorite easy chair.

About This Manual

To take full advantage of all the

features and benefits of this unique TV. be sure to read this owner's

manual carefully and then keep it in a safe place for future reference.

Table of Contents

Safety Precautions .................................... Inside Front Cover

Warranty Registration ................................ Inside Front Cover

Television Features ..................................................... 2

Basic Installation Instructions

General Installation Information ...................................... 3

First-Time Operation ................................................. 3

Antenna/Cable Information .......................................... 4

Home Antenna Connections .......................................... 5

Cable-TV Connections ............................................... 6

Cable-TV Operation .................................................. 7

Basic Operating Instructions

Front Panel Controls ............................................... 8-9

Remote Control Operation ....................................... 10-11

VIDEO Button-General Instructions ................................ 12

Video (Picture) Adjustments ......................................... 13

SETUP Button-General Instructions ................................ 14

Cable/Air Function ................................................. 15

Channel Memory (AutoProgram) .................. .................. 16

Channel Memory (Erasing/Adding Channels) ........................ 17

Additional Operating Notes ......................................... 18

Cleaning & Care Tips ................................................. 18

Accessories and Order Form .................................. ....... 19-20

Trouble Checks ....................................................... 21

Warranty .................................................... Back Cover

Square-Corner CO'IN Picture Tube- COTY (Combined Optimum Tube and Yoke) picture tube technology produces a sharp, brilliant color picture. The square-corner screen delivers a noticeably larger viewing area than a conventional round- cornered picture. The COTY design

also improves reliability and picture definition. Hi-Con TM picture tube screen is tinted to enhance contrast when set is on and add a dramatic high-tech look when set is off. Dark screen absorbs room light for a vivid color picture.

Digital Remote Control-provides across-the-room operating convenience

from the comfort of your favorite easy chair.

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Cable-compatible Quartz Tuning- receives up to 147 channels in the

USA including 91 non-scrambled cable channels. Quartz synthesizer tunes the channels, and digital counters and comparators automatically lock the tuning system

to the signal.

Special On-screen Displays-This TV

delivers an array of additional convenience features, also accessed via

the SETUP button. Special purpose features include:

• AutoProgramming-Auto-start AutoProgramming locks in active

channels the very first time the set is turned on, so there are no cumbersome set-up procedures. For added convenience, the tuner automatically selects cable or off-air mode during AutoProgramming. The TV will reprogram the tuner

automatically in the event its

memory is erased (due to a power

failure or other cause).

AUTOPROGRAM PUSH ÷

• Chaired Memory-lets you conveniently alter the

AutoProgramming scan list in the electronic tuner memory to eliminate those channels you wish to skip or add channelsnot present

during AutoProgramming(such as a VCR on channel 3 or 4).

CHAH MEMORY: STORED

• Cable/Air Switching-instantly switch from cable to off-air

broadcast mode to tune in local channels not carried by your cable

system. This feature operates automatically during autoprogramming.

CABLEIAIR: CABLE

Electronic Video System Controls-

Color, Tint, Contrast, Brightness, and Sharpness adjustments are accessible from a single VIDEO button, eliminating several old-fashioned

knobs.

COLOR

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I SHARP

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Automatic Picture Reset-lets you quickly change all picture settings back to the levels preset at the

factory.

PICTURE RESET ]

Automatic Contrast/Color Tracking-

Once the picture is set to your preference, the unified contrast/color tracking circuitry balances contrast, color, and overall brightness with a single contrast adjustment.

BlackLock Contrast Circuit-enhances

the picture by preserving detail,

controlling distortion when the picture

is very bright, and preventing dark areas from fading to shades of gray.

Total Electronic Convenience-Now it's easier than ever to control your TV's functions and adjustments. With this sophisticated all-electronic control

system, on-screen prompts and displays are available on command to provide a visual guide for precise adjustment and quick, simple

operation.

Unitized XtendedLife TM Chassis- features advanced technology,

including several microchips that replace dozens of components. Cool- operating electronic regulation circuits enhance reliability and efficiency for outstanding performance, longer life expectancy, and lower power

consumption.

Unpacking TV

Shown here are the accessories that

come packed with your TV. When

you unpack your new set. be sure you have removed all the accessories and

information sheets. We recommend that you save the packing materials

and box in case you ever need to ship

or store your TV.

Choosing the Best Location

• Choose a location that is

convenient but away from sources of heat such as direct sunlight and heating units.

• Allow for air circulation around the set. This is especially important if you install it in a cabinet with

several other components. Cleaning the ventilation slots on the cabinet

Remote Control

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Two Batteries

for Remote Control

Antenna Adapter

Replace adapter only with

RCA stock # 193983.

at regular intervals will help assure adequate ventilation.

To prevent electric shock, avoid wet

areas such as kitchens or bathrooms.

Try to avoid direct light on the

screen during operation. Because the picture tube emits light, direct light on the screen will weaken picture quality and intensity.

If you are using an indoor antenna, an outside wall is a good location. You may want to try a few different locations to find the best

possible spot for reception.

Note: Your TV operates on 120 volts, 60 Hz (normal household current) and has a polarized plug. Because one blade of the plug is wider than the other, the plug fits into the wall socket only one way. Do not defeat

the safety feature of this plug. If you need to use an extension cord, make

sure it is polarized.

Your TV has been designed with a special convenience feature that will automatically program active channels

into your television's memory the first time you turn it on. To use this feature:

!. Attach antenna(s) or cable-TV

system to back of TV.

2. Then plug power cord into wall

outlet.

3. Press POWER button to turn on TV. Your TV will automatically

cycle through all channel numbers and place active channels into the Channel Scan

Memory.

The Channel Scan Memory is the list of channels your TV will stop on

when you press the CHANNEL A or V buttons.

This display will appear on the screen while your TV is autoprogramming active channels.

AUTOPROGRAHHIHO

When your TV is finished autoprogramming, it will tune to the

lowest channel number in its Channel Scan Memory. You can check the

channels in memory by pressing the

CHANNEL A or V buttons. Your

TV will stop on each channel in

memory. You can also add or erase individual

channels as desired. Details are on page 17.

The antenna is the "signal receiver'" for television. Most modern TV

antennas receive both VHF (Very

High Frequency) and UHF (Ultra

High Frequency) channels. Channels

2-13 are VHF channels and channels

14-69 are UHF channels.

Typical

Indoor

Antenna

Typical

Outdoor Antenna

In most situations you will get better picture quality if you use an

outdoor antenna or connect your TV to a cable-TV system.

Cable-TV (CATV) supplies television signals directly by cable without the

need for a home antenna. Cable-TV delivers both VHF and UHF channels and other channels not available from your antenna.

Shown below are two basic types of antenna cables. Signals from a home antenna may be conducted through either type. Cable-TV signals. however, are always conducted

through round. 75-ohm coaxial

cable.

TYPES OF ANTENNA CABLES

Flat 300-ohm twin-lead cable

_IU_ _ Slip-on End

IBl_l_lm_ ..--_- Screw-on End

Round 75-ohm

coaxial cable

Use the connector shown below to connect your antenna or cable-TV

system to the back of the TV.

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ANTENNA

Connecting an Optional Dipole Antenna

The optional dipole antenna is available from your RCA dealer.

Insert the antenna base into the pocketed slot on the back of your set.

Stand at the back of your set, with the antenna twin-lead facing you, press the base of the antenna into the slot until it locks in place.

Connect the ends of the twin-lead to the Antenna Adapter (supplied).

Connect the Antenna Adapter to the CABLE/ANTENNA

connector on the back of the TV.

4. Later, after you've turned on the

TV, adjust the length and

position of the antenna rods for best reception.

• For viewing VHF channels, extend the rods fully.

• For viewing UHF channels,

shorten the rods for best

reception.

Note: The optional dipole antenna (RCA # 156265) is designed to fit and

lock into the slot in the back of your

DipoleAntenna

(such as .#156265)

Base

Adapter Slot

(supplled)_

Twin Lead

CABLE/

ANTENNA

Follow one of the steps below to connect an indoor or outdoor antenna to your TV (only if

you do not have a cable-TV system).

A If the antenna cable coming from your home antenna is a 75-ohm round coaxial cable that carries only VHF

(channels 2-13), only UHF (channels 14-69), or VHF and UHF, connect it to your set like this:

INCOMING CABLE FROM

HOME ANTENNA

VHF or UHF Only

VHF/UHF Combination

I CABLE/ I_NITENNA

-OR-

BACK

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If the antenna cable coming from your home antenna is a 300-ohm flat twin lead that carries only VHF (channels 2-13), only UHF (channels 14-69), or both VHF and UHF, connect it to your set like this:

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INCOMING _ I _ I CABLE _' _ Push on BACK

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HOME -- "IV ANTENNA VHF or UHF Only

or Adapte

VHF/UHF Combination (supplied)

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If the antenna cables coming from your home antenna(s) are a 75-ohm round coaxial cable that carries VHF (channels 2-13) and a 300-ohm flat twin-lead cable for UHF (channels 14-69), connect them to your set like

this:

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INCOMING UHF [ CABLES _- Push on____ jl.. (_ BACKoF

FROM _ AND TV

HOM ANTENNA(S) VHF - -- --

Transformer**

Note: Be sure to connect the UHF antenna cable to the (such as RCA #AH011) UHF screws on the Antenna Mixer and the VHF

antenna cable to the screws marked VHF.

Antenna Mixer* (use only RCA #193984)

-OR-

If the antenna wires coming from your home antenna(s) are two 300-ohm flat twin-lead cables as shown here, connect them to your set like this:

INCOMING UHF CABLES FROM _ and HOME

ANTENNA(S) VHF

Antenna Mixer*

Note: Be sure to connect the UHF antenna cable to the

UHF screws on the Antenna Mixer and the VHF antenna cable to the screws marked VHF.

Push on

(use only RCA #193984)

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*__ Optional accessory available from your RCA Dealer.

-,Ri'-Onl3_'use RCA Antenna Mixer (Stock # 193984).

**Optional accessory available from your RCA dealer or

electronic supply store.

Follow one of these steps to connect a cable-TV system to your TV instead of a home antenna. Note: Since cable-TV systems vary, you may wish to consult your local cable-TV company for

additional information.

_Jk Follow this diagram if your cable company does not require a converter/decoder box (no scrambled channels):

incoming (]_

Cable

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B Follow this diagram if your cable company requires a converter/decoder box for scrambled "premium" channels:

INCOMING CABLE

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CONVERTER OECOI_ R

Note: These optional accessories (2-way splitter (_), A/B switch (_), three coaxial cables (_)) are available as a kit under RCA #AH038BL.*

• The "'A" position on the A/B switch lets you select all non-scrambled channels by remote control.

• The "B'" position allows you to select scrambled channels via the converter box. Remember to tune your TV to the output channel of the converter box (usually 2, 3, or 4) when selecting channels via the converter box.

•Optionalaccessoryavailable from your RCA dealer or electronic supply store.

BACK OF TV

Your new TV is designed to receive up to 147 channels including 91 non- scrambled cable channels (see chart below). To use this TV on a cable-TV system, confirm that the cable-TV

system is properly connected to your

TV. Since cable systems vary, you

may wish to consult your local cable-

TV company for additional information.

If your cable-TV company follows EIA/NCTA channel-identification standards, most of the channels

offered by your cable company will be

identified by channel numbers that are identical to those on your TV. For example, if your cable-TV system has programs on cable channel 20, you can choose this channel by selecting channel 20 on your TV. If your cable company offers cable channels A-1 or A-2, you can tune them by selecting

TV channels 99 or 98.

Some cable-TV companies do not follow the EIA/NCTA standards and

instead assign their own channel identification. For example, some use

the standard broadcast channel numbers (2-13) for channels 2-13, but

identify their other channels with letters. If your cable company does not follow the EIA/NCTA standards, ask them for a cross reference that

shows to which channels you should tune your TV to receive their cable-

TV channels. Not all cable-TV channels will be

active on your particular cable-TV system. Also some cable companies may require the use of a decoder with their cable-TV system. Consult your cable company or local dealer for

details.

Scrambled Cable-TV Channels

Some cable companies offer "premium-pay" channels in which the signal is scrambled. Descrambling

these signals for normal viewing requires the use of a descrambler device which is generally provided by

the cable company.

The descrambler device may or may not be a part of the cable converter. Diagram B on page 6 shows how to

connect this type of converter/

descrambler device to the TV.

To do so, you'll need a 2-way splitter,

an A/B switch, and suitable lengths of coaxial antenna cables. These

accessories are available from most electronics supply stores.

Since cable systems vary, you may wish to consult your local cable company for additional information.

The chart below lists the "total" channel and cable count.

• Low VHF A-8 (Channel 01) - 1

• VHF (Channels 2-13)* 12" 12"

• UHF (Channels 14-69) 56 -

• Low Midband A-2, A-l (Channels 98-99) - 2

• Midband (Channels 14-22 or A-I) - 9

• Superband (Channels 23-36 or J-W) - 14

• Hyperband (Channels 37-64 or W+ l to W+28) - 28

• UItraband (Channels 65-89 or W+29 to W+53) - 25 Total* 68 91

* VHF is only counted once in total channel count because you can receive

channels 2-13 on both "off-air" and "cable" channels. Therefore, the "total" channel count for "'off-air" and "cable" is 147 channels (68+91 -12 = 147).

Shownherearethefront-panel controls.Thecontrolsonyoursetwill resemblethepictureshownbelow. Youcanuseeitherthefront-panel controlsor theremotecontrolto operatetheTV.

Q Channel Display

SETUP Button

POWER Button

(_emote Sensor NEL A and Y Buttons

VIDEO Button

VOLUME Buttons ( + and - )

DISPLAY Button

Channel Number Display

• Shows the number of the

channel you're watching.

• Appears whenever TV is turned on, channel is changed, or DISPLAY button is

pressed.

• Also appears whenever you change volume with the

VOLUME buttons on the TV.

SETUP Button

• Press repeatedly until the function you want appears on the screen.

• Function choices will appear

in this order:

1) AutoProgramming Channel

Memory,

2) Adding or Erasing Channels in Channel Memory, and

3) Changing Cable/Air Setting.

• Details about using each function begin on page 14.

POWER Button

• Press once to turn on TV.

• Press again to turn off TV.

@ DISPLA Y Button-Press to

display channel number on the TV screen.

VIDEO Button

* Press repeatedly until the

video function you want

appears on the screen.

• Function choices will appear in this order:

i) Color Adjustment,

2) Tint Adjustment,

3) Contrast Adjustment,

4) Brightness Adjustment,

5) Sharpness Adjustment,

6) Picture Reset (returns

picture controls to their factory settings).

• Details about using each function begin on page 12.

VOLUME Buttons (Also "-"

and "+" Buttons)

• Press VOLUME + to increase

volume.

• Press VOLUME - to

decrease volume.

• The - and + buttons are used to make adjustments

after the VIDEO or SETUP button is pressed.

CHANNEL A and V Buttons

• Press CHANNEL A to see the next higher channel in memory.

• Press CHANNEL V to see the

next lower channel in memory.

Remote Sensor-Receives

commands from the remote

control. When using the remote

control, point it toward this sensor.

Before attempting to operate your remote control, install the batteries as

shown here.

-Installing/Replacing Batteries

!. Turn the remote control face

down.

2. Press down on the ridged area of the battery cover and slide it off.

. Install two "AAA" batteries as

shown. Make sure you match the + end of each battery to

the + end of the battery

compartment.

4. Replace the covgr and turn remote over-face up.

Notes:

• Never place anything heavy on top of the remote control or lay it

upside-down. This may accidentally depress the buttons for a long time and discharge the batteries.

Replace the batteries when the TV fails to respond to the remote control.

Remove the batteries from the remote control if it will not be used for a month or more. This will prevent possible damage from battery leakage.

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DISPLAY Button

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Channel Selection (via scan)

(_VOL (Volume) &/V

Buttons

(_ MUTE Button

Q ON Button

• Press to turn on TV.

DISPLA Y Button

• Press while TV is on to display the channel number on

the screen.

• Also removes channel number and menus from the screen if they are displayed.

Q PC (Previous Channel)

Button

• Pressing the PC button causes the TV to change back to the last tuned channel. This is useful should you want to

monitor two channels. To operate, press CHAN A or

_7 to select the first channel. Then press and hold CHAN A

or _7 until the other channel appears. The TV will now change back

and forth between the two channels each time you press

the PC button.

(_) Channel Selection (via Scan)

• Press CHAN A to select the next higher channel in channel mempry.

• Press CHAN V to select the next lower channel in channel

memory.

VOL (Volume) A/V Buttons

• Press VOL A to increase

volume.

• Press VOL V to decrease

volume.

MUTE Button

• Press MUTE to quickly reduce sound to minimum level

without affecting the picture.

• This is very useful during telephone calls or other

interruptions.

• When sound is muted, the word "MUTE" will be

displayed in the bottom left corner of the screen.

• To restore sound, press MUTE

again or press VOL A.

OFF Button

• Press the OFF button to turn off the TV.

VIDEO

Repeatedly press the VIDEO button on the front of the TV until

the function you want appears on the screen.

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I COHTR

I BRIGHT -. ......... / ............. +

I SHRRP

--. .......... / ............. +

I ........... +

I PICTURE RESET

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I-------2 Presses

-._------3 Presses

4------ 4 Presses

-------5 Presses

]-',--_-- 6 Presses

The on-screen displays will appear in this order as you press the

VIDEO button.

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COLOR -. ........ J ............ +

Press the "-" or "+" button on the front of the TV to adjust the function appearing on the "IV

screen.

Notes:

• The on-screen display will

automatically disappear from the screen if you do not press "-"

or "+" within a few seconds.

• Whenever a display disappears from the screen, the "-" and "+'" buttons on the "IV become

the VOLUME adjustment buttons.

• Press the "-" button to decrease a function.

• Press the "+" button to increase

a function.

The display will automatically

disappear in a few seconds unless you press "-" or "+" again.

Note: The Picture Reset function is explained on the next page.

-Color Adjustment

The Color function adjusts the amount of color in the picture.

1. Press the VIDEO button once. The Color graph will appear

on the TV screen.

VoDEO

COLOR -. ..... J ............ +

2. Press "-" button to decrease color, or press "+" button to

increase color.

-Tint Adjustment

The Tint function adjusts the color of flesh tones.

1. Press the VIDEO button repeatedly until the Tint graph appears on the TV screen.

VIDEO

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2. Press "-" to add more green tint, or press "+" to add more red tint.

-Contrast Adjustment

The Contrast function adjusts the

overall brightness and contrast of the picture.

1. Press the VIDEO button

repeatedly until the Contrast

graph appears on the screen.

viDEO

CONTR -. .......... 2 ............. *

2. Press "-'" button to decrease

contrast, or press "+" button to increase contrast.

-Brightness Adjustment "

The Brightness function adjusts the brightness of the dark portions of the picture.

1. Press VIDEO button repeatedly until the Brightness graph appears on the TV

screen.

VIDEO

BRIGHT -. ........ !........... +

2. Press the "-" button to

decrease brightness, or press

the "+" button to increase

brightness.

.Sharpness Adjustment

The Sharpness function adjusts picture sharpness.

1. Press the VIDEO button

repeatedly until the Sharpness graph appears on the TV screen.

VIDEO

SHARP -. ......... ! ............ +

2. Press the "-" button to decrease sharpness, or press

the "+" button to increase sharpness.

-How to Adjust for a Color Picture that Pleases You

I. Decrease Color to minimum. This

will leave a black-and-white image on the screen.

2. Adjust Contrast until the picture

pleases you.

Adjust Brightness until the black pans of the picture appear black. You may need to wait until the picture shows something you're

sure is black to make this adjustment. Be careful not to lose

the details in darkly shaded areas. Increase Color until you reach a

pleasing level of intensity. Adjust Tint until flesh tones or

other color objects appear natural. Adjust Sharpness for a pleasing

level of picture sharpness.

o For normal viewing, adjust to

midrange.

• For a sharper picture, increase

Sharpness.

• For weak signals, the picture may be more pleasing with Sharpness decreased.

- Picture Reset

The Picture Reset function lets you quickly change the video functions

(Color, Tint, Contrast, Brightness,

and Sharpness) back to the factory settings.

1. Press the VIDEO button

repeatedly until the Picture Reset function appears on

the TV creen.

VIDEO

PICTURC RES[T

2. Press either "-" or "+" to reset the Video functions back to the factory settings.

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SETUP

AUTOPROGRAM PUSH

CHAN MEMORY" STORED

CABLEIAIR" CABLE

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-*--- 2 Presses

-*--- 3 Presses

Repeatedly press the SETUP button on the front of the TV until

the function you want appears on the screen.

The on-screen displays will appear

in this order as you press the

SETUP button.

Press the "-" or "+" button on the front of the TV to adjust (or change) the function appearing on the TV screen.

Detailed instructions about each function begin on the next page.

Notes:

• The on-screen display will automatically disappear from the

screen if you do not press "-" or "+" within a few seconds.

• Whenever a display disappears from the screen, the "'-" and "+" buttons on the TV become

the VOLUME adjustment

- buttons.

Your TV is so automatic that you will probably never need to change this

function. That's because when your

set autoprograms the Channel Memory, it automatically adjusts the Cable/Air setting for you.

The Cable/Air function tells your TV whether you have a cable-TV system or a home antenna connected to it.

During AutoProgramming the TV

automatically determines whether cable signals or antenna (air) signals are being received. It will then automatically set the Cable/Air

function.

When the Cable/Air function is set to Cable, it allows the TV to receive

cable channels. When the Cable/Air function is set to Air, it allows the TV

to receive whatever TV channels

(VHF and UHF) are broadcast in

your area.

Normally you will never need to use this function because your TV automatically autoprograms itself and selects the Cable/Air setting the first time you turn it on (and after each

extended power interruption). The Cable/Air function allows you to override the automatic settings and

thus provides maximum flexibility should you desire to use your TV for special applications.

- Changing the Cable/Air Function

Repeatedly press the SETUP button until the Cable/Air

function appears on the TV screen.

SETUP

2. Press either "-'" or "+" to

change the Cable/Air

function.

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CABLEIAIR: CABLE

Note: The Cable/Air function will change each time you press the

"- " or "+" button.

Button

The Channel Memory is the list of channel numbers your TV will stop on when you press the CHANNEL A or V button. You can program any

list of channels into the Channel Memory.

Your TV is so automatic that you will probably never need to manually operate this feature.

The first time you turn on your TV, it will automatically cycle through all channels and place active channels into the Channel Memory. You can

then add or erase channels as desired by following the instructions on the

next page.

1. AutoProgramming Channels into Channel Memory

|. Connect home antenna(s) or 3.

cable-TV to your set.

After you have turned on the

TV and adjusted the volume, repeatedly press the SETUP button until the AutoProgram display appears on the screen.

SETUP

AUTOPROGR_M PUSH +

Press either "-" or "'+" to begin programming. The TV will cycle thru available channels in your area and place active channels into memory. If all available

channels are of reasonable signal strength and you prefer

not to add or erase any channels from memory, programming is complete.

AUTOPROGRAHMING

4. When the TV is finished cycling, you can check to see what channels are in memory by pressing the CHANNEL A

or V button. Your set will stop on each of the channels in memory.

Notes:

• Make sure the outlet you plug your TV into is "on" al! the time (not

on a wall switch) to prevent the TV from losing its channel memory.

• if there is an extended power failure, your TV will automatically reprogram active channels the first time you turn it on after the power failure.

Button

2. Erasing/Adding Channels in Channel Memory-

Erasing Channels

1. To erase a channel, first press the CHANNEL A/V button

until the channel number you want to erase appears on the screen.

2. Then repeatedly press the SETUP button until the

Channel Memory display appears on the screen.

SETUP

CHAN HEMORY: STORED

3. Then push the "-" button to

erase that channel from

memory.

CHgN HEMORY: ERASED

4. Wait until Channel Memory display disappears from the screen. You can then check channels in memory by pressing the CHANNEL A or

V button. If you want to

erase another channel, repeat

steps 1 thru 3.

Adding Channels

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Repeatedly press the SETUP button until the Channel

Memory display appears on the screen.

SETUP

CHAH HEHORY: STORED

2. To add a channel, press the

CHANNEL A/V button until the channel number you

want to add appears on the

screen.

3. Then push the "+" button to add that channel to the

memory.

CHAN HEHORY: ERRSED

4. If you want to add another channel, repeat steps 2 and 3.

Note: The Channel Memory display will automatically disappear from

the screen in a few seconds after you have finished erasing or adding channels.

-Using "-" and "+" Buttons- on Front of TV

O The "-" and "+"

buttons are used after you have pressed

either the VIDEO or

SETUP button to change settings or make adjustments.

Whenever a display disappears

from the screen, the "-" and "+ '"

buttons on the front of the TV

automatically become the

VOLUME adjustment buttons. If

the "'-'" or "+" button on the TV is pressed after the display has

disappeared, the TV will change volume level.

If you want to make additional adjustments after a display has disaplSeared, press the VIDEO or SETUP button again to bring the display back to the screen. This will automatically activate the "-" and "'+" buttons again.

- Power Failures

These functions are not affected by brief power interruptions. After longer interruptions, the following occurs when power is restored:

Function Condition After Extended Power Failure

• On/Off: ............... Set stays off when power comes back.

• Volume: ............... Volume returns to I/3 of full volume.

• Channel Memory: ......

• Previous Channel: .....

Set will automatically reprogram channel memory the first time it is turned on after an extended power failure.

PC information must be reset.

• Color, Tint, Sharpness Contrast, Brightness: ... Set goes to original Factory settings.

Dust TV as required, using a soft cloth or the dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner. Occasionally vacuum the ventilation slots in the cabinet to help assure adequate ventilation. Take care not to scratch the plastic surfaces.

Ifyour TV's cabinet has a textured finish, do not use furniture polish. Because textured finishes are porous, using furniture polish could mar their appearance. They can be easily cleaned with a damp, soft cloth.

To clean the screen, you can wipe it with

a damp, soft cloth. Then dry it with a soft cloth. (A mild soap may be used on the screen if it is extremely dirty.) You can also use a non-abrasive glass cleaner

like Windex ® or Glass Plus ® with a soft cloth. Be sure to turn off the TV before cleaning the screen, and do not allow liquid to run down the screen and inside

the TV. A special antistatic cleaning polishing

solution (AH035) is available for use on most TV screens and non-textured cabinets. This non-abrasive formula

imparts brilliance, repels dust, and resists fingerprints. Lint-free polishing cloths are included.

Do not use strong cleaners, polishes, or chemically-treated cloths to clean the

screen or cabinet. Avoid placing drinks or vases with water

on top of your TV.

AH035 Cleaner/Polisher

Antenna Cables

Screw-on Antenna Cable Attaches to the round antenna connectors (called 75-ohm F-type) on

the back of your VCR orTV. The ends screw onto the connectors for a secure

connection. Two lengths are available.

Push-on Antenna Cable Attaches to the round antenna

connectors (called 75-ohm F-type) on the back of your VCR orTV. Ends push on for aquick connection. Gold-

tipped cables arealso available to

provide lowest possible signal loss.

Remote Controls

Remote Control (CRK53K) This is the remote that came packed with your TV. You canuse the order form to order it direct by mail if desired.

Remote Control (CRK59H)

This is an optional remote thatcan be

programmed to control most brands of remote controllable VCR's and cable

boxes. It also allows control of the TV's

VIDEO and SETUP menus from across

the room.

Antenna

Dipole Antenna (156265) Designed to attach to the back of

20-inch* models. Can be used for both

VHF and UHF channels. * 20-inch models in the USA arereferredto as

21-inch models in Canada.

Note: All specifications and descriptions of

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AH094(5ft)

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Transformer(page 5) AH011 $ 1.95

Cleaner/Polisher (page 18) AH035 $ 6.95

Screw-on Antenna Cable (3-ft) AH037 $ 3.00

Cable Kit (page 6) AH038BL $16.95

Gold-Tipped Antenna Cable (6-ft) AH065G $ 6.99

Gold-Tipped Antenna Cable (10-ft) AH066G $ 8.99

Optional RCA RCU t00 $69.95 Remote Control (CRK59H)

Dipole Antenna (page 4) 156265 $19.50

Antenna Mixer (page 5) 193984 $19.45

Replacement Remote Control (CRK53K) 194514 $37.30

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To order accessories, contact your local dealer.

If a dealer is not nearby, you can also follow the instructions below to order by telephone or direct-by-mail.

United States Orders

To place your order by phone, have your Visa or MasterCard

ready and call the toll-free number listed below between 8AM and 5PM Eastern Standard Time. Use this number only to

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Most times your order will be shipped UPS within 72 hours of receipt. If ever it is not possible to ship within 30 days, we will notify you with an update on your order and an option to cancel.

To place your order by mail, detach and mail the completed

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• Troubles sometimes are caused by

simple "faults" that you can easily correct without the help of a service technician by firstchecking a few

basic remedies.

• Before you call or take your unit to

an Authorized RCA TV Servicenter, look below for the type of trouble you are experiencing. Then perform the simple checks and adjustments listed for that

trouble.

If your unit is still in warranty, these checks and adjustments could save you time and the cost of an unneeded trip to the Servicer.They

also could save you the cost of a diagnosis not covered by Your ,:

warranty. (See "What does your warranty not cover" on the back cover page.)

• lfyour unit is out of warranty, these checks and adjustments could save you the cost of an unneeded diagnosis.

• If service should be necessary, the warranty information on the back cover page lists what your warranty covers and explains how to get

service.

Intermittent or no remote

• Check to make sure it is plugged in. "

• Check the wall receptacle (or extension cord) to make sure it is "live" by plugging in something else.

• Maybe batteries in remote control are "dead".

• Maybe remote control was not aimed at remote sensor. (Press POWER button on front of TV.)

• Maybe something was between the remote and the remote sensor.

• Maybe the remote was not aimed directly at the TV.

• Maybe batteries in remote are weak or dead. Try replacing batteries.

Turns off while playing * Electronic protection circuit may have been activated because of a power surge.

Wait 30 seconds and then turn on again. If this happens frequently, the voltage in your house may be abnormally high (especially if you burn out a lot of light bulbs).

Blank Screen • Try another channel.

No sound, picture okay • Maybe sound is muted. Try pressing VOLUME A button to restore sound.

Can't select certain channel •

No picture, no sound

Channel may not be in Channel Memory.

If using VCR, check to make sure TV/VCR switch on VCR is in correct

position.

Maybe someone changed CABLE/AIR function to wrong position. Maybe a vacant channel is tuned. If watching VCR (connected only through antenna input), make sure TV is tuned to channel 3 or 4-same as CH3/CH4 switch on VCR. Also check to make sure TV/VCR switch on VCR is in correct position.

Sound okay, picture poor • Check antenna connections.

• Try adjusting SHARPNESS function to improve weak signals. Picture okay, sound poor • Try another channel. Controls don't work • Try unplugging set for 30 seconds and then turning it on again.

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What your warranty covers:

• Any defect in material or workmanship.

For how long after your purchase:

• 90 days for labor charges.

• One year for parts.

• Two years for picture tube. The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental.

What we will do:

• Pay any Authorized RCA Television Servicenter the labor charges to repair your television.

• Pay any Authorized RCA Television Servicenter for the new or, at our option, rebuilt replacement parts and picture tube required to repair your television.

How you get service:

• Request in-home service from any Authorized RCA

Television Servicenter. To identify your nearest Authorized RCA Television Servicenter, ask your Dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-336-

1900.

• Show the service technician your evidence of purchase date.

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What your warranty does not cover:

•Customer instruction. (Your Owner's Manual clearly

describes how to install, adjust, and operate your television. Any additional information should be obtained from your Dealer.)

• Installation and related adjustments.

• Signal reception problems not caused by your television.

• Damage from misuse or neglect.

• Remote control batteries.

• A television that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other

commercial purposes.

• A television purchased or serviced outside the USA.

How state law relates to this warranty:

•This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you

also may have other rights that vary from state to state.

If you purchased your television in Canada:

• The Canadian Warranty applies in place of this

Warranty.

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