RCA J24F635, J27F635, J32F635 User Manual
Television
User’s Guide
Changing Entertainment. Again.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage"
inside the product that presents a risk of
electric shock or personal injury.
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
This symbol indicates important instructions
accompanying the product.
Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your
product for its proper operating voltage.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this
equipment may void the user’s authority to operate it.
Product Registration
Please fill out the product registration card (packed separately) and return
it immediately. For US customers: Your RCA Consumer Electronics product
may also be registered at www.rca.com/productregistration. Registering this
product allows us to contact you if needed.
Product Information
Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof
of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case
you need them. These numbers are located on the product.
Model No. _____________________________________________________________
Serial No. ______________________________________________________________
Purchase Date: _________________________________________________________
Dealer/Address/Phone: _________________________________________________
Important Information
This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double insulation
between hazardous mains voltage and user accessible parts. When servicing
use only identical replacement parts.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this product to rain or
moisture. This apparatus shall
not be exposed to dripping
or splashing. No objects filled
with liquids, such as vases, shall
be placed on the apparatus.
Caution: Using video games or any external accessory with fixed images
for extended periods of time can cause them to be permanently imprinted
on the picture tube (or projection TV picture tubes). ALSO, some network/
program logos, phone numbers, black borders (sides, top and bottom), etc.
may cause similar damage. This damage is not covered by your warranty.
Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to
Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian
Electrical Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding
and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as
practical.
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15. If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to
the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810
of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984
(Section 54 of Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) provides
information with respect to proper grounding of the
mast and supporting structure, grounding of the leadin wire to an antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements
for the grounding electrode. See following example.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the
other. A grounding type plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The wide blade
or the third prong is provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from
tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as powersupply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read before operating equipment
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Important Information .................................................... 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................
3
Chapter 1: Connections & Setup 5
Chapter 1: Connections & Setup .......................5
Things to Consider Before You Connect ......................... 5
Protect Against Power Surges ................................... 5
Protect Components from Overheating ................... 5
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio
Interference ................................................................ 5
Important Stand and Base Safety Information ......... 5
Use Indirect Light ....................................................... 5
Things to Consider Before You Connect ................... 5
Explanation of Jacks and Cables ...................................... 6
The Front of Your TV .........................................................
8
Front Input Jacks ........................................................ 8
Front Panel Buttons ..........................................................
8
Plug in the TV ............................................................. 8
Start-up .............................................................................. 8
Put Batteries in the Remote ...................................... 8
Turn on the TV ............................................................ 9
Place All Available Channels Into Memory .............. 9
Set the Time ............................................................... 9
The ClonePRO™ ............................................................... 9
Understanding the Menus ............................................ 10
Master Menus ........................................................... 10
Basic Menus .............................................................. 10
Using Master and Basic Menus ...................................... 10
Exiting a Menu ......................................................... 10
Setting Limits in Master Menus ............................... 10
Sound Menu .................................................................... 11
Picture Menu ...................................................................
12
Access and Power Options Menu .................................. 12
Parental Control ..............................................................
14
Time Menu ....................................................................... 15
Setup Menu ..................................................................... 16
Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control 17
Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control ............17
Types of Remote Controls .............................................. 17
Basic Remote Buttons (CRK17TC1 & CRK17TD1) ........... 17
Additional Remote Buttons (CRK17TD1) ....................... 18
Using the INPUT Button .................................................. 19
Using the SYSTEM Button .............................................. 19
ClonePRO™ Remote Buttons ......................................... 20
Chapter 3: Using the Menu System ................21
The Basic Menu System .................................................. 21
Sound Menu ............................................................. 21
Picture Menu ............................................................ 21
Channel Guide Menu ............................................... 21
Parental Control Menu ............................................ 22
Time Menu ................................................................ 22
Language & CC Menu .............................................. 23
The TV can be "Decommercialized" ...............................
23
Chapter 4: Using the TV's Features .................24
Channel Banner ............................................................... 24
Parental Controls and V-Chip ......................................... 24
How V-Chip Works ................................................... 24
USA V-Chip Rating System ....................................... 25
Canadian English V-Chip Rating System ................. 25
Canadian French V-Chip Rating System .................. 26
USA V-Chip TV Rating Limit ................................... 26
Blocking Specific Content Themes .......................... 28
Viewing Specific Content Themes ........................... 28
Blocking Canadian V-Chip Ratings .......................... 28
V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ....................................... 29
V-Chip Exempt Program Block .............................. 29
KidPass ...................................................................... 30
Front Panel Lock ....................................................... 30
Create Password ....................................................... 30
Chapter 5: Other Information .........................31
Using the ClonePRO™ .................................................... 31
Modes of operation ................................................. 31
DSCI mode ................................................................ 31
IR mode ..................................................................... 32
Cloning a TV ............................................................. 33
Troubleshooting ..............................................................
34
Limited Warranty ............................................................
37
Accessories ...................................................................... 39
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Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.
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.
• Turn off the TV and/or component 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.
• If 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.
• If you place components above the TV, route all cables down the side of the back of the TV
instead of straight down the middle of the TV.
• If your antenna uses 300-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil the cables. Also, keep the twin
lead cables away from audio/video cables.
Important Stand and Base Safety Information
Choose the location for your TV carefully. Place the TV on a stand or base that is of adequate
size and strength to prevent the TV from being accidentally tipped over, pushed off, or pulled off.
This could cause personal injury and/or damage the TV. Refer to the Important Safeguards sheet
packed with your TV.
Use Indirect Light
Don’t place the TV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen. Use soft or
indirect lighting.
Things to Consider Before You Connect
You will need a master remote or ClonePRO™ to set up the TV. Go to the accessory page at the
back of this manual or contact your RCA commercial distributor to purchase these.
Chapter 1: Connections & Setup
Connections & Setup
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DSCI
Port
TV ANT
DSCI
Port
TV ANT
Explanation of Jacks and Cables
This manual covers TV models that have different back panels. Match the back panel of your TV to one of the back panels
shown. This section describes the jacks you can use to make connections. There are several ways to connect components to
your TV.
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VIDEO 1
VIDEO, AUDIO R and L/MONO INPUTS Used to connect components such as a
VCR, DVD player, camcorder, laserdisc player or video game consoles with audio/video
outputs. These jacks are used for most audio/video connections between components.
Note: If your component has only one input for audio (mono), connect it to the left
(white L/Mono) audio jack on the TV and don't connect the right audio part of the
cable.
• R (RIGHT) AUDIO Provides right audio connection. The right audio connector is
usually red.
• L/MONO AUDIO Provides left audio connection. The left audio connector is
usually white.
• VIDEO Provides composite video connection. The video connector is usually
yellow.
• S-VIDEO Provides better picture quality than the video jacks because the color part
of the signal is separated from the black and white part of the picture. When using
S-VIDEO IN, make sure to connect left and right audio cables to the L/MONO and R
AUDIO Input jacks (an S-Video cable is required).
• TV ANT Used to attach either an antenna or cable system to the TV. To connect a
VCR, connect a coaxial cable to the TV ANT jack on your TV and to the Output Jack
on the VCR (sometimes labeled OUT TO TV).
Model J32F635
Models J24F635 and J27F635
S-Video Jack
Audio/Video Jacks
TV ANT
Digital Audio
Out Jack
Phone Jacks
Y PB P
R
S-Video Jack
Audio/Video Jacks
TV ANT
Digital Audio
Out Jack
Phone Jacks
Y PB P
R
S-Video Jack
Audio/Video Jacks
TV ANT
S-Video Jack
Audio/Video Jacks
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VIDEO 2 (Model J32F635 only)
VIDEO, AUDIO R and L/MONO and Y, Pb, Pr INPUTS Let you connect a second
component video source, such as a DVD player.
• Y, Pb, Pr Provide optimum picture quality because the video is separated into three
signals. Use three video-grade cables for the connection. When using Y, Pb, Pr, make
sure to connect left and right audio cables to the VIDEO 2 AUDIO Input jacks.
• R and L/MONO AUDIO and VIDEO Their description is the same as VIDEO 1.
MONITOR OUT
AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUTS Allow connection of external audio amplifiers, power
speakers, audio receivers for improved sound quality or an external video monitor with
the use of VIDEO OUT. Please note that these outputs cannot drive standard speakers
directly.
DSCI PORT This port is used to transfer information between a TV and other devices,
such as a clone box or interactive system. This port is an eight-pin telephone-type port.
When the TV receives a message via the DSCI (digital serial communications interface)
port, it will act in accordance with the digital instructions received. For more information
on its connection and operation, please contact your distributor or the supplier of the
interactive system.
EXTERNAL SPEAKERS These jacks are used to connect your TV to a mono speaker. If
you want to deliver TV audio into another room, connect the external speaker directly to
the TV using class 2 speaker wire.
Note: Speakers should have a minimum of 16 ohms impedance.
DSCI
Port
S-Video Jack
Audio/Video Jacks
Y PB P
R
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The Front of Your TV
Front Input Jacks
The TV has front input jacks for your convenience: one set of audio/video
inputs, an s-video and a headphone jack. These jacks are towards the
front of the TV on the side. To access the component you connected to
the front of the TV, press the INPUT button on your remote until FRNT
appears on the screen. The jacks are ideal for connecting a video game
console or a camcorder.
Note: When connecting a component that only has one audio jack,
such as some camcorders, use the TV’s AUDIO L/MONO jack to hear
the audio.
H-PHONE Allows you to connect headphones to listen to the sound
coming from the TV.
L/MONO and R AUDIO Receives audio from another component such
as a VCR, camcorder, or video game console.
VIDEO Receives video from another component such as a VCR,
camcorder, or video game console.
S (S-Video) if equipped Provides better picture quality when receiving
s-video from another component. When using S-VIDEO IN, make sure to
connect left and right audio cables to the L/MONO and R AUDIO Input
jacks (an S-Video cable is required).
Front Panel Buttons
If you cannot locate your remote, you can use the front panel buttons of your TV to operate many of the TV’s features.
MENU/OK Brings up the Main menu. In the menu system, it selects highlighted items.
CH v Scans down through the current channel list. In the menu system, acts like the down arrow button on the remote
control and adjusts menu controls.
CH Scans up through the channel list. In the menu system, acts like the up arrow button on the remote control and
adjusts menu controls.
VOL < Decreases the volume. In the menu system, acts like the left arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls.
VOL > Increases the volume. In the menu system, acts like the right arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls.
POWER Turns the TV on and off.
Start-up
The steps below get your TV connected and ready to watch.
Plug in the TV and Turn it On
Plug the end of the power cord into a grounded wall outlet. Insert the plug completely into the outlet. Press POWER on the
TV or remote.
Put Batteries in the Remote
1. Slide off the cover of the battery compartment.
2. Place the two AAA batteries into the remote, matching the + and – end of each battery in the compartment.
3. Replace the cover.
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MENU/OK
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STOP
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L/MONO
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Place All Available Channels Into Memory
1. To go to the Setup menu, with the master remote (CRK17TD1), press
MENU then select Setup. In this menu you'll be able to set your
Signal Type. Next go to Auto Channel Search, the TV will search for
all channels viewable through your antenna or cable TV system.
2. Select which channel list you’d like to find channels for (List A is the
default).
3. Press the down arrow button to select Start. Press the OK button to
start searching. The TV searches for active channels and places them
in the channel list.
Note: Video Input Channels (VID, SVID, etc.) must be added to the
active channel list separately before they can be accessed. Refer
to the Setup menu section at the end of this chapter for more
information on the Channel menu and List & Labels.
Set the Time
The current time options might not be available to the basic user,
depending on how they've been set by the master user. (The Time
Configuration menu isn't available in the basic menu).
To set the time, from the Main menu select Time
then Time Config. If the
current time has not been set, use the arrow and number buttons on the
remote control to make changes.
1. From the Main menu, highlight Time and press OK.
2. Time Config. is highlighted. Press the right arrow to enter the menu.
3. Time is highlighted. To set the time press the right and left arrow
button to add or subtract minutes. Use the number buttons to set the
hour. The OK button changes am and pm.
The ClonePRO™
If several TVs need to be programmed with the same menu settings, an
optional ClonePRO remote can be used to copy all of the menu settings
from one TV into other TVs to reduce installation time. Information can
be both downloaded to and uploaded from the ClonePRO using the
DSCI port on the TV’s back panel or using the IR sensor. A ClonePRO
can be obtained from your RCA commercial distributor. Chapter 2 has
information about this remote, see page 20. If you want to set other
menu options before using the ClonePRO, continue on in this chapter.
You can use the ClonePRO at any time.
Go Back
Time Config. ...
Sleep Timer 00:00
Wa
ke-Up Timer ...
Schedule ...
TIME
Go Back
Time 08:25AM
Set Time Access Disabled...
Time Offset None....
TIME CONFIG
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
Go Back
Channel List List A...
Start Running...
Channel 012
Press OK to start the
Auto channel search
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Understanding the Menus
This television displays two levels of menus: master and basic.
Master Menus
The master menus are accessible by pressing MENU on the master remote
(CRK17TD1). This menu shows all menu options. The person who chooses the
settings available to the basic end user is called the “master user.”
Basic Menus
The basic menus are accessible by pressing MENU on a basic remote
(CRK17TC1 or other remote) or the front panel. The choices available on
the basic menus and control panels will vary depending on limits set by the
master user and the input selected. You can turn off the basic menu completely
through the Access & Power Options menu. For more information on the effects
of master user choices on the basic menu and basic user functionality, continue
on in this chapter.
Note: Options set in the master menu are stored in nonvolatile memory. If
any options are changed in the basic menu, and then the TV is turned off,
the TV defaults to the master menu settings once it’s turned back on.
Using Master and Basic Menus
Menus and choice lists use the “point and select” rule to navigate, but control
panels use a variety of methods to adjust features on your TV. The following
pages detail how to use these controls to customize the functions of your TV.
Press MENU on the remote (master remote for master menu; basic remote for
basic menu) or on the front panel (basic menu) to bring up the Main menu.
To select a menu item:
• Navigate with the arrows and then select OK.
• Navigate with the arrows and then select with the right arrow button (unless
it's a choice list).
Exit
Sound
Picture
Access and Power Options
Parental Control
Ti
me
Setup
MAIN MENU - MASTER
Exiting a Menu
There are three ways to exit a menu. Note that not all methods work in all menus:
• Highlight Exit and press OK.
• Press MENU on the remote control.
• Press CLEAR, the on-screen displays are cleared from the screen and you return to TV viewing.
Setting Limits in Master Menus
Some screens in the master menus are not available in the basic menus. There also might be some options you want to
make unavailable to the basic user. These next few pages describe these types of menu options. To make all options
unavailable, set the basic menus in the Access & Power Options menu to Disabled. For information on basic menu options,
go to Chapter 3.
The Master Main menu.
Exit
Sound
Picture
Channel Guide
Parental Control
Time
Language & CC
MAIN MENU
The basic Main menu. The choices
available in this menu change
according to limits set by the master
user.
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Sound Menu
Scroll to the feature you want to set. Use the right arrow button to
change the setting.
Go Back Takes you to the previous menu.
Sound Type You'll have different options depending on which jacks
you use and what connections have been made. Choose from
Mono,
Stereo, Enhanced, SAP, and LEFT. Stereo splits the incoming stereo audio
signal into left and right channels. Most TV programs and recorded
materials have stereo audio. The word Stereo appears on the TV when
you tune to a program that is broadcast in stereo.
Treble Increases or decreases the high frequency audio.
Bass Increases or decreases the low frequency audio.
Balance Fades between the left and right speakers.
Initial Volume Sets the TV’s volume to the specified level every time it
is turned on.
Note: When the DSCI (Digital Serial Communications Interface)
port is used to turn the TV on and off, Initial Volume
settings are
nonfunctional.
Minimum Volume Re-scales the volume control slider so that the
far left position is always the minimum allowable volume (but not
necessarily the minimum possible volume).
Maximum Volume Re-scales the volume control slider so that the
far right position is always the maximum allowable volume (but not
necessarily the maximum possible volume).
Auto Volume Level Reduces volume blasts during commercial breaks.
Eliminates the need to constantly adjust volume control.
Set it On or Off.
The default is Off.
Audio Output Lets you set the audio outputs to fixed or variable
control level. Audio level changes with volume control or when it is
fixed it doesn't change regardless of volume setting. The default is
variable.
Volume Hold Turns the TV’s speakers on and sets the audio outputs
proportional to the current volume setting. When this feature is turned
on, mute and other volume controls are disabled.
Go Back
Sound Type Stereo...
Treble
Bass
Balance
Initial Volume
Minimum Volume
Maximum Volume
Auto Vol Level
Audio Output Fixed...
Vo
lume Hold
SOUND
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Picture Menu
The Picture menu items allow you to adjust the appearance of on-screen
images for each video input source. Scroll to the feature you want to set.
Use the right arrow button to change the setting.
Go Back Takes you to the previous menu.
Picture Preset Choose between Soft, Natural, Bright or Personal. The
default setting is Natural.
Auto Color Allows you to set the auto color to On or Off. The default
is Off.
Color Warmth Choose between Cool, Normal or Warm. The default
setting is Normal.
Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the picture.
Color Adjusts the richness of the picture.
Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the picture.
Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the picture. When the component
inputs are used, this selection is grayed out (disabled).
Tint Adjusts the balance between the red and green levels of the
picture.
Tilt (model J32F635 only) Sets the angle of the TV’s picture. The right
arrow button rotates the picture clockwise. The left arrow button rotates
it counterclockwise. When set by the master user, the setting is used the
next time the TV is turned on.
Go Back
Picture Preset Bright...
Auto Color
Color Warmth Normal...
Brightness
Color
Contrast
Sharpness
Ti
nt
Ti
lt
PICTURE
ACCESS AND POWER OPTIONS
Go Back
Remote Config. TV1....
Basic Menu Access Enabled...
TV Power On Always....
Energy Saver Disabled...
Front Panel Enabled...
Parental Control Basic...
Min Stdby Power Enabled...
Legacy Mode
Access and Power Options Menu
The Access and Power Options menu allows the master user to specify
which features and functions basic users will be able to access. Scroll
to the feature you want to set. Use the right arrow button to change the
setting.
Go Back Takes you to the previous menu.
Remote Config
. (Configuration) This feature allows the master
user to determine which TVs the remote operates. Choose from TV1,
TV2, TV3, TV1&2, TV1&3, TV2&3, All or Disabled. The default setting is
All. If Disabled is chosen, the TV will not respond to the basic remote,
except when MENU from the master remote has been pressed.
Note: Although the TV supports TV3, the master remote cannot
be programmed for it.
Basic Menu Access This setting allows you to determine whether the
TV's basic menus are accessible. Choose Enabled or Disabled. When the
basic menu is disabled, users cannot access menus through the basic
remote or front panel.
TV Power This setting allows you to determine whether the TV can
be turned on or off with the POWER button on the remote or the front
panel. Choose between:
Note: The Sleep Timer, Schedule and Energy
Saver settings are unavailable when On
Always has been activated, even if they were
set prior to choosing this option.
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