RCA L37WD23, L32WD23, L26WD22, L26WD23, L32WD22 User Manual
reality: reproduced.
reality: reproduced.
LCD User's Guide
Connections ............page 9 Remote ............page 19 Features ............... page 29
Menus ....................page 34 FAQs ............... page 39 Warranty ............... page 44
Important Information
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.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fi re or electric shock, do not
expose this product to rain or moisture. The apparatus
shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. No objects fi lled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed
on the apparatus.
This symbol indicates that this product contains mercury. Special disposal of this product for environmental
reasons may be required under the laws applicable to your jurisdiction. For disposal or recycling
information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org.
Refer to the identifi cation/rating label located on the back panel of your product for its proper operating voltage.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifi cations to this equipment may void the user’s authority to
operate it.
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or
back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualifi ed service
personnel.
This symbol indicates important
instructions accompanying the product.
WARNING
The TV is unstable until it is properly attached to the
base or mounted to the wall. Please follow the base
or wall mounting instructions provided in the User’s
Guide to ensure your safety.
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 par tic u lar,
specifi es that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of
cable entry as practical.
Important: This television is a table model and is designed to sit on a fi rm, fl at, surface. Don't place the TV on soft
carpeting or similar surface because the ventilation slots on the bottom of the unit will be blocked resulting in reduced
lifetime from overheating. To assure adequate ventilation for this product, maintain a spacing of 4 inches from the top
and sides of the TV receiver and 2 inches from the rear of the TV receiver and other surfaces.
Also, make sure the stand or base you use 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
Safety Instructions on the next page.
Product Registration
Please fi ll 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/television. 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 num bers are located on the product.
Model No. _____________________ Serial No.____________________ Purchase Date __________________
Dealer/Address/Phone _________________________________________________________________________
Important In for ma tion
Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions
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
amplifi ers) 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 fi t 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 specifi ed by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specifi ed 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 qualifi ed service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply 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.
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 lead-in 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.
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
GROUND CLAMP
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
ELECTRIC SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions ....................................... i
Chapter 1: Connections and Setup
Things to Consider Before You Connect ..................... 6
Protect Against Power Surges ................................ 6
Protect Devices from Overheating ........................ 6
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio
Interference .......................................................... 6
Use Indirect Light .................................................... 6
Check Supplied Parts .............................................. 6
Attaching Your TV’s Base .............................................. 7
Mounting Your TV to the Wall ..................................... 7
Get the Picture .............................................................. 8
Getting Channels .................................................... 8
Choose Your Connection .............................................. 9
Video (Basic) Connection ..................................... 10
Component Video (Advanced) Connection ........10
HDMI Connection ................................................. 12
VGA Connection ................................................... 14
Plug in the TV .............................................................. 15
Put Batteries in the Remote ....................................... 15
Turn on the TV ............................................................. 15
How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the
Initial Setup .............................................................. 15
Complete the Initial Setup ......................................... 16
Set the Menu Language ...................................... 16
Set the Signal Source ............................................ 16
Complete the Channel Search ............................. 16
What To Expect ........................................................... 17
Watching TV .............................................................17
Explanation of Jacks (in alphabetical order) ............. 18
Back Panel Jacks .................................................... 18
Side Input Jacks ..................................................... 19
Buttons On Your TV .................................................... 20
Chapter 3: Using the TV's Features
Channel Banner ........................................................... 29
Parental Controls and V-Chip ..................................... 29
How V-Chip Works for USA and Canada ............. 30
USA V-Chip TV Ratings ......................................... 31
V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ................................... 32
Blocking Canadian V-Chip Ratings ......................32
Blocking Unrated/Exempt Programs ................... 32
Future Rating Region ........................................... 32
Additional Features .................................................... 33
EN-V Picture Processing ........................................ 33
Screen Formats ...................................................... 33
Chapter 4: Using the TV's Menu System
Using the Menu System ............................................. 34
Setup Menu ................................................................. 34
Picture Menu ............................................................... 35
Audio Menu ................................................................. 36
Options Menu ............................................................. 37
Chapter 5: Other Information
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) .......................... 39
Troubleshooting .......................................................... 40
V-Chip Rating Explanations ........................................ 42
US V-Chip Rating System ...................................... 42
Canadian English V-Chip Rating System .............. 42
Canadian French V-Chip Rating System ..............43
Limited Warranty ........................................................ 44
Care and Cleaning ....................................................... 45
Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control
The Buttons on the Remote Control .......................... 21
Using the INPUT Button ....................................... 22
Programming the Remote to Operate Other
Devices ...................................................................... 22
Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote ... 22
Programming the Remote ................................... 23
How to Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed
It ................................................................................ 24
Modes of Operation ............................................. 24
Volume Punchthrough Feature .................................. 24
Deleting ALL Volume Punchthrough
Commands ......................................................... 25
Remote Code List ........................................................ 25
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Chapter 1: Connections and Setup
Things to Consider Before You Connect
Protect Against Power Surges
• Connect all devices 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 device(s) before you connect or disconnect any cables.
• Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safety
Instructions at the beginning of the User's Guide.
Protect Devices from Overheating
• Don’t block ventilation holes on any of the devices. Arrange the devices so that air can
circulate freely.
• Don’t stack devices.
• If you place devices in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation.
• If you connect an audio receiver or amplifi er, place it on the top shelf so the heated air
from it won’t fl ow around other devices.
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference
• Insert each cable fi rmly into the designated jack.
• If you place devices above the TV, route all cables down the side of the back of the TV
instead of straight down the middle.
• 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.
Use Indirect Light
Don’t place the TV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen. Use soft
or indirect lighting.
Check Supplied Parts
Check that the following parts were packed with your product.
ON•OFF
SAT•CBL DVD•VCR
SOUND
GO BACK
MUTE
SUB CH
FAVORITE
FORMAT
CH
INFO
2 AA batteries
For models L26WD22 and L32WD22
Base
4 screws to attach base
For models L26WD23, L32WD23, and L37WD23
TV
VOL
GUIDE
MENU CLEAR
INPUT
PRESETS
CC
SLEEP
Remote control
Power cord
Base
3 screws to attach base
Part # R301E1
Note: If you need to replace your remote, call 1-800-338-0376. A shipping and handling
fee, and the appropriate sales tax, will be charged upon ordering. Have your Visa,
MasterCard, or Discover Card ready.
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Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.
Bottom of base- models L26WD22
and L32WD22
Bottom of base- models L26WD23, L32WD23,
and L37WD23
Connections and Setup
Attaching Your TV’s Base
Your TV comes shipped without the base attached so that you can
choose to mount your TV either to its base or to a wall (wall mount
sold separately). If you want to mount your TV to the wall, don’t
attach the base and instead follow the Mounting Your TV to the Wall
instructions below.
1. Locate the base. For models L26WD22 and L32WD22, locate the
four screws. For models L26WD23, L32WD23, and L37WD23,
locate the three screws.
2. Attach the screws to the bottom of the base as the pictures to the
left show.
For models L26WD23, L32WD23, and L37WD23, the screw holes
underneath the TV match with the screw holes inside the base.
Push down on the top of the TV until it clicks into the base.
For models L26WD22 and L32WD22, the two screws go into each
side of the base.
Remove the screws that attach to the TV's
base attachment.
Mounting Your TV to the Wall
Caution: The wall mount must bear a minimum of fi ve times
the TV’s net weight without causing damage.
To mount your TV to the wall you need to purchase a VESA wall
mount.
For models L26WD22 and L26WD23, purchase a VESA 100 x 100,
M4 screw.
For models L32WD22 and L32WD23, purchase a VESA 200 x 200,
M6 screw.
For model L37WD23, purchase a VESA 400 x 400, M6 screw.
The VESA number is the horizontal and vertical measurement of
the mounting holes. For example, 100 x 100 means the mounting
measurements are 100mm horizontally and 100mm vertically.
1. If the base is attached, you need to remove it before attaching the
wall mount.
A. Place the TV facedown on a surface that is soft, yet strong
enough to hold the TV.
B. Use a screwdriver to remove the screws from the holes
as shown in the picture to the left. Models L26WD23 and
L32WD23 have seven screws; model L37WD23 has six screws.
The models with different numbers of screws are located
relatively in the same place as the picture shows.
Models L26WD22 and L32WD22 have four screws on the
bottom of the base as shown above in Attaching Your TV's
Base.
2. Make sure all cables are already connected to the TV.
3. Follow the directions included with the wall mount to mount the
TV to the wall.
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Connections and Setup
Get the Picture
The fi rst part of connecting your TV is to get the picture, also known
as the signal. The back panel of your TV allows you to receive analog
and digital channels by using the ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT.
ANTENNA/
CABLE INPUT
(DIGITAL AND ANALOG)
(The location of the jack varies on your TV's
model.)
Getting Channels
What You Need
• Antenna (“rabbit ears”) or outdoor antenna with coaxial cable
OR
Coaxial cable
or
Outdoor or Indoor
antenna
• Coaxial cable with cable service
A. Do you have an indoor or outdoor antenna? If you don't, go to
B. Do you have cable? If you don't, go to step C. If you do, plug
C. Do you have a set-top box? If you do, you need to call your cable
step B. If you do, plug the antenna or coaxial cable from the wall
outlet into the ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT to receive free off-air
local digital and analog channels.
the coaxial cable from the wall outlet into the ANTENNA/CABLE
INPUT to receive your cable channels.
company or satellite service provider. They may use special cables
to allow you to view digital channels.
What You Need To Know
• Visit www.antennaweb.org to get help deciding what type of
antenna to use to receive the local digital channels available to
you. By entering where you live, this mapping program tells you
what local analog and digital stations are available using a certain
antenna.
• As you change channels, look at the top right corner of the screen
to see what type of channel you’re viewing. Digital channels
display a D as part of the channel, such as D Ch 29.1, while
analog channels display an A as part of the channel, such as
A Ch 9. Go to page 16 for more channel information.
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Choose Your Connection
Note for US customers: If you prefer, we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service Representative
who will visit your home for a fee to install your electronic entertainment system and to instruct you in its
operation. For details about this service, call 1-888-206-3359.
For additional assistance while using your RCA product, please visit www.rca.com/customersupport.
There are several ways to connect your TV. Please use the following chart to determine which connection is best
for you. Proceed to the appropriate page and connect your TV.
Jacks Used Cables Needed Go to...
COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT
AUDIO
R
L
VIDEO
Video
Audio/Video
Audio R and L
page 10-11
Pb
Pr
COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 1
Y
AUDIO
R
HDMI
L
Y Pb Pr
Audio R and L
Component Video
Audio
HDMI™
OR
HDMI™
+
HDMI/DVI adapter
+
Audio
page 10-11
page 12
VGA INPUT
PC INPUT
AUDIO
INPUT
VGA
Audio
VGA
page 13
Audio
HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Defi nition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC.
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Connections and Setup
Video (Basic) Connection
This is an example of a connection using the Video jack. Go to the top of page 11 for specifi c
instructions.
1
COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT
AUDIO
Don't forget: If necessary,
connect antenna or cable
to get a picture. Go to
page 8 for instructions.
R
VIDEO
L
OUTPUT
3
R
AUDIO
LR
AUDIO
L
COMPONENT VIDEO
2
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
YPbPr
INPUT
VIDEO
AUDIO
L
S-VIDEO
R
Component Video (Advanced) Connection
This is an example of a connection using the Component Video jacks. Go to the middle of
page 11 for specifi c instructions.
1
Don't forget: If necessary,
connect antenna or cable
to get a picture. Go to
page 8 for instructions.
Pb
Pr
COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 1
Y
AUDIO
R
L
3
INPUT
VIDEO
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
R
AUDIO
L
YPbPr
R
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
L
OUTPUT
2
COMPONENT VIDEO
VIDEO
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Red
Yellow
White
Composite cables are color
coded- Yellow= video;
Red= right audio; white=
left audio
Green
Blue
Red
Connecting the Device with Video (Basic)
This connection allows you to connect a device that has a Video Out jack, for example, a
DVD player.
Note: If the device you're connecting also has Component Video jacks and you have
component video cables, we recommend you use the Component Video (Advanced)
Connection instead. See the next set of instructions below.
Using the example of a DVD player:
1. If necessary, connect your cable or off-air antenna as described on page 8.
2. Connect your yellow video cable.
Connect a video cable to the VIDEO Input jack on the back of the TV and to the Video
Output jack on the DVD player.
3. Connect your red and white audio cables.
Connect the audio (red and white) cables to the AUDIO R and L jacks on the back of
the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the DVD player.
Connecting the Device with Component Video (Advanced)
This connection allows you to connect a device that has Y Pb Pr jacks, for example, a DVD
player.
Using the example of a DVD player:
1. If necessary, connect your cable or off-air antenna as described on page 8.
Component Video cables
(Y Pb Pr) are color codedGreen, Blue and Red
Red
White
Audio cables are color
coded- Red= right audio;
white= left audio
ON•OFF button
ON•OFF
SAT•CBL DVD•VCR
GO BACK
MUTE
FORMAT
CH
INFO
TV
VOL
GUIDE
MENU CLEAR
INPUT
button
PRESETS
INPUT
SOUND
SLEEP
SUB CH
FAVORITE
CC
Use these buttons
to view the picture
of the device you’ve
connected to the TV.
2. Connect your Y Pb Pr component video cables.
Connect three video cables or special Y Pb Pr cables to the COMPONENT VIDEO
INPUT 1 Y Pb Pr jacks on the back of the TV and to the Y Pb Pr outputs on the
DVD player.
3. Connect your red and white audio cables.
Connect the audio (red and white) cables to the COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 1
AUDIO R and L jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the
DVD player.
Viewing the Picture from the Connected Device
1. Plug in the TV (see page 15 for details) and the device, if they aren't already
plugged in.
2. Turn on the TV and the device you want to view, for example a DVD player.
3. Press the INPUT button on the remote control and press the up or down arrow button
to highlight Composite (if connected to the VIDEO jack) or Component 1 (if connected
to the COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 1 jacks). Press OK to tune to the input. To go back
to viewing TV channels, press the CH+ or CH- button.
• If you're done
connecting devices to
your TV, go to page 16
to complete the Initial
Setup.
• To continue
connecting devices, go
to the next page.
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Connections and Setup
HDMI Connection
This is an example of a connection using the HDMI jack.
*
*Don't forget: If necessary,
connect antenna or cable
to get a picture. Go to page
8 for instructions.
PC INPUT
AUDIO
INPUT
VGA INPUT
A
HDMI 1
INPUT
Device with DVI
L
Audio Out
C
B
Device with HDMI
L
Pb
R
DVI Out
OR
Y
Video Out
R
Pr
Audio Out
HDMI Out
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Connecting the Device
High-Defi nition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) technology is an uncompressed digital connection
that carries both video and audio data by way of an integrated mini-plug cable.
Using the example of a set-top box:
• If your set-top box has a DVI jack, connect an HDMI cable and an
HDMI/DVI adapter.
HDMI cable
HDMI/DVI adapter
3.5 mm stereo mini pin
to Audio left/right
HDMI cable
ON•OFF button
ON•OFF
TV
SAT•CBL DVD•VCR
GO BACK
VOL
MUTE
GUIDE
MENU CLEAR
INPUT
button
INPUT
SOUND
PRESETS
SUB CH
FAVORITE
CC
SLEEP
FORMAT
A. Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI1 Input jack on the back of the TV.
B. Attach an HDMI/DVI adapter to the end of the HDMI cable, then connect the
adapter to the DVI Out jack on the set-top box.
C. Connect audio using a 3.5 mini headphone to Audio left/right cable since the DVI
cable does not transfer sound. Connect the 3.5 mini headphone to the PC INPUT
AUDIO jack on the back of the TV and the Audio left and right cables to the R and L
jacks on the back of the device.
–OR–
• If your set-top box has an HDMI output jack, connect an HDMI cable.
Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI INPUT on the back of the TV and to the HDMI
Out jack on the back of the device.
Viewing the Picture from the Connected Device
The device in this connection is connected to the HDMI INPUT jack. To view this device:
1. Plug in the TV (see page 15 for details) and the device, if they aren't already plugged
CH
INFO
in.
2. Turn on the TV and the device you want to view, for example a set-top box.
3. Press the INPUT button on the remote control and press the up or down arrow button
to highlight, depending on which input you connected to, HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 from
the input list. Press OK to tune to the input. To go back to viewing TV channels, press
the CH+ or CH- button.
• If you're done
connecting devices to
your TV, go to page 16
to complete the Initial
Setup.
Use these buttons
to view the picture
of the device you’ve
connected to the TV.
• If you experience HDMI
problems, go to the
HDMI Troubleshooting
section on page 41.
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Connections and Setup
VGA Connection
This is an example of a connection using the VGA jacks.
1
Don't forget: If necessary,
connect antenna or cable
to get a picture. Go to
page 8 for instructions.
VGA INPUT
2
PC INPUT
AUDIO
INPUT
3
Connecting the Device
This connection allows you to connect to a personal computer.
1. If necessary, connect your cable or off-air antenna as described on page 8.
2. Connect your monitor cable.
Connect one end of a 15-pin monitor cable to the VGA INPUT jack on the TV and the
other end to the PC's video output jack. Note, if your PC's video output isn't 15-pin, you'll
need an adapter that can connect to a 15-pin monitor cable. If the picture doesn't look
right, try adjusting the VGA settings as explained on page 36.
3. Connect your audio cable.
Connect a 3.5 mm stereo mini pin cable (sometimes referred to as 1/8" stereo mini pin) to
the VGA AUDIO INPUT jack on the back of the TV and the other end to the Audio Output
jack on the PC.
Notes: The maximum panel resolution is 1360 x 768 for your TV. Be sure to set your
PC to the correct monitor output setting.
The TV allows you to listen to the sound from another input while the PC is connected.
Go to page 37 for more information.
Viewing the PC
1. Plug in the TV (see page 15 for details) and the PC, if they aren't already plugged in.
2. Turn on the TV and the PC.
3. Press the INPUT button on the remote control and press the up or down arrow button to
highlight VGA from the input list. Press OK to tune to the input. To go back to viewing TV
channels, press the CH+ or CH- button.
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Plug in the TV
Plug the end of the power cord into the back of the TV. For models L26WD23, L32WD23,
and L36WD23, plug the power cord into the power adapter, then plug the power adapter
into the TV. Plug the other end of the power cord into a grounded wall outlet. Insert the plug
completely into the outlet. Do not plug into an outlet controlled by a light switch.
Put Batteries in the Remote
• Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the remote by pushing the tab
and lifting off the cover.
• Insert two fresh batteries. Make sure the polarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly.
• Replace the cover.
Turn on the TV
Turn on your TV by pressing the Power button on the TV or ON•OFF on the remote control.
ON•OFF
TV
SAT•CBL DVD•VCR
GO BACK
VOL
MUTE
GUIDE
MENU CLEAR
INPUT
FORMAT
CH
INFO
SUB CH
OK
button
Arrows
How to Use the Remote Control to
Complete the Initial Setup
The technical term is “Navigation” – how you move through the onscreen menus. The theory is the same throughout the menu screens:
highlight your choice and select it.
With the Setup menu displayed, press the right arrow button to access
the Setup menu choices. Press the up or down arrow button to move
up or down within the menu. Items with an arrow (4) means there
are more items to choose from or a sub-menu available. Press the right
arrow or OK to display these. Press the MENU button to move back a
menu.
Note: Highlighted means that the menu item stands out from other
menu items on the list (appears darker, brighter, or a different color).
SOUND
PRESETS
SLEEP
FAVORITE
CC
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