RCA L26WD26D User Manual

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(Model L26WD26D shown)

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LCD Users Guide

Connections ............page 7 Remote ............page 17 Playing Discs ........ page 19

Menus ....................page 29 FAQs ............... page 36 Warranty ............... page 42

Important Information

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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 "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 incorporates double insulation between hazardous mains voltage and user accessible parts. When servicing use only identical replacement parts.

This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.

CAUTION: THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

WARNING

The TV is unstable if it is not 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.

CLASS 1

LASER

PRODUCT

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.

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

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)

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

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Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions ....................................... i

Chapter 1: Connections & Setup

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

Types of Discs Your TV/DVD Will Play .................... 5

Check Supplied Parts .............................................. 5

Get the Picture .............................................................. 6

Getting Channels .................................................... 6

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

Video (Basic) Connection ........................................ 8

Component Video (Advanced) Connection ..........8

HDMI Connection .................................................10

PC Connection ....................................................... 12

Plug in the TV/DVD ..................................................... 13

Put Batteries in the Remote ....................................... 13

Turn on the TV/DVD .................................................... 13

How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the

Initial Setup .............................................................. 13

Complete the Initial Setup ......................................... 14

Set the Menu Language ....................................... 14

Set the Signal Type ............................................... 14

Complete the Channel Search ............................. 14

Explanation of Jacks (in alphabetical order) ............. 15

The Top of Your TV/DVD ............................................ 16

The Buttons on the Remote Control .......................... 17

Chapter 2: Playing Discs

Regional Coding .......................................................... 19

Using Different Menus ............................................... 19

Loading and Playing Discs .......................................... 19

To Load and Play a Disc ........................................ 19

Using a Disc Menu ...................................................... 20

Disc Playback Features Using the Remote ................ 20

Disc Features ............................................................... 21

DVD Disc Info Display ........................................... 21

Using the Jump Feature .......................................21

Selecting Subtitles ................................................ 21

Changing the Audio Language ........................... 22

Using the Repeat Feature .................................... 22

Changing the Camera Angle ............................... 23

Using the Program Play Feature .......................... 23

Playing Other Music and JPEG Files ........................... 24

Music Files ............................................................. 24

JPEG Files ............................................................... 24

Chapter 3: Using the TV's Features

Channel Banner ........................................................... 25

Parental Controls and V-Chip ..................................... 25

How V-Chip Works ................................................ 26

Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ............................ 26

US V-Chip TV Ratings ............................................ 26

V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ................................... 27

Future Rating Region ...........................................27

Additional Features .................................................... 28

EN-V Picture Processing ........................................ 28

Screen Formats ...................................................... 28

Chapter 4: Using the TV's Menu System

Using the Menu System ............................................. 29

Picture Menu ............................................................... 29

Additional Options in PC Mode ........................... 30

Audio Menu ................................................................. 30

Setup Menu ................................................................. 31

Option Menu ............................................................... 32

Locks Menu .................................................................. 32

Chapter 5: Using the DVD's Menu System

The DVD’s Menu System ............................................ 33

The Languages Menu ................................................. 33

Changing the Menu, Subtitle, or Audio

Language ........................................................... 33

The Picture Menu ........................................................ 33

The Sound Menu ......................................................... 34

The Parental Control Menu ........................................ 34

The Language Code List ............................................. 35

Chapter 6: Other Information

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) .......................... 36

Troubleshooting .......................................................... 37

Mounting Your TV to the Wall ................................... 40

Care and Cleaning ....................................................... 40

V-Chip Rating Explanations ........................................ 41

US V-Chip Rating System ...................................... 41

Limited Warranty ........................................................ 42

Chapter 1: Connections & Setup

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/DVD and/or component before you connect or disconnect any cables.

• Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions.

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 ampliﬁ er, place it on the top shelf so the heated air from it won’t ﬂ ow around other components.

Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference

• Insert each cable ﬁ rmly into the designated jack.

• If you place components above the TV/DVD, route all cables down the side of the back of the TV/DVD instead of straight down the middle of the TV/DVD.

• 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/DVD carefully. Place the TV/DVD on a stand or base that is of adequate size and strength to prevent the TV/DVD from being accidentally tipped over, pushed off, or pulled off. This could cause personal injury and/or damage the TV/DVD. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions packed separately.

Use Indirect Light

Don’t place the TV/DVD where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen. Use soft or indirect lighting.

Types of Discs Your TV/DVD will Play (only 12cm sizes)

• DVD discs and DVD-R/RW (video format only) - DVD discs contain high quality picture and sound content.

• Audio discs (Audio CDs, CD-DA, and CD-R/RW) - Audio CDs contain musical or sound content only. This player is also capable of playing CDs that contain JPEG ﬁ les.

• mp3 discs – A disc that contains audio ﬁ les (for example, a CD-R with downloaded mp3 ﬁ les).

Check Supplied Parts

Check that the following parts were packed with your product.

POWER

TV/DVD

DISPLAY

VOL

MUTE

SLEEP

SETUP/

SUBTITLE

RETURN

DVD

ENTER

TOP MENU

PLAY

SKIP

STOP

ANGLE

REPEAT A-B

QUICK VIEW/

JUMP

MARKER

ZOOM

INPUT SELECT

2 AA batteries

Power cord

TV MENU

EXIT/

CANCEL

SKIP

SLOW SLOWPAUSE/STILL PLAY MODE

AUDIO

SCREEN SIZE

Note: If you need to replace your remote, call 1-800-338-0376. A shipping and handling

Remote control Part # 076R0PF010

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fee, and the appropriate sales tax, will be charged upon ordering. Have your Visa, MasterCard, or Discover Card ready.

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.

Connections & Setup

ANT

Coaxial cable

Outdoor or Indoor antenna

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/or digital channels by using the ANT Input. See the graphic to the left for the location of the jack.

Getting Channels

What You Need

• Antenna ("rabbit ears") or outdoor antenna with coaxial cable OR

• Coaxial cable with cable service

A. Do you have an indoor or outdoor antenna? If not, go to step B. If

so, plug the antenna or coaxial cable from the wall outlet into the ANT Input to receive free off-air local digital and analog channels where available.

B. Do you have cable? If so, plug the coaxial cable from the wall

outlet into the ANT Input to receive your cable channels.

C. Do you have a set-top box? If so, you may need to call your cable

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.

• When you are ready to watch channels, the channel banner displays the type of channel you're viewing. Look for DIGITAL at the bottom of the screen for digital channels; look for ANALOG for analog channels. Go to page 14 for more information.

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Choose Your Connection

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...

Audio/Video

VIDEO

(MONO)

AUDIO

Video

Audio R and L

pages 8-9

(MONO)

COMPONENT

AUDIO

PC/HDMI AUDIO

HDMI

Y Pb Pr

Component Video

pages 8-9

Audio R and L

Audio

HDMI

HDMI™

pages 10-11

HDMI™

HDMI/DVI adapter

Audio

MONITOR

PC Monitor

Audio

VGA

page 12

Audio

PC/HDMI AUDIO

HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Deﬁ nition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

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Video (Basic) Connection

This is an example of a connection using the Video jack. Go to the top of page 9 for speciﬁ c instructions.

AUDIO

VIDEO

(MONO)

Don't forget: If necessary, connect antenna or cable to

get a picture. Go to page 6 for instructions.

INPUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

OUTPUT

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO

YPbPr

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

Component Video (Advanced) Connection

This is an example of a connection using the Component Video jacks. Go to the middle of page 9 for speciﬁ c instructions.

AUDIO

(MONO)

COMPONENT

Don't forget: If necessary, connect antenna or cable to get a picture. Go to page 6 for instructions.

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OUTPUT

COMPONENT VIDEO YPbPr

VIDEO

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

INPUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

Connections & Setup

Red

Yellow

White

Composite cables are color coded- Yellow= video; Red= right audio; white= left audio

Green

Blue

Red

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

POWER button

POWER

TV/DVD

DISPLAY

VOL

MUTE

SLEEP

SETUP/

TV MENU

EXIT/

CANCEL

SLOW SLOWPAUSE/STILL PLAY MODE

AUDIO

SCREEN SIZE

DVD

ENTER

TOP MENU

PLAY

SKIP

STOP

SUBTITLE

RETURN

ANGLE

REPEAT A-B

QUICK VIEW/

JUMP

MARKER

ZOOM

INPUT

SELECT

INPUT SELECT button

Use these buttons to view the picture of the device you’ve connected to the TV.

Connecting the Device with Video (Basic)

This connection allows you to connect a device that has a Video Out jack, for example, a satellite receiver.

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 instructions below.

Using the example of a satellite receiver:

1. If necessary, connect your cable and/or off-air antenna as described on page 6.

2. Connect your yellow video cable.

Connect a video cable to the VIDEO INPUT 1 jack on the back of the TV/DVD and to

the Video Output jack on the satellite receiver.

3. Connect your red and white audio cables.

Connect the audio (red and white) cables to the AUDIO INPUT 1 R and L jacks on the

back of the TV/DVD and to the Audio Output jacks on the satellite receiver.

Connecting the Device with Component Video (Advanced)

This connection allows you to connect a device that has Y Pb Pr jacks, for example, a satellite receiver.

Using the example of a satellite receiver:

1. If necessary, connect your cable and/or off-air antenna as described on page 6.

2. Connect your Y Pb Pr component video cables.

Connect three video cables or special Y Pb Pr cables to the COMPONENT (INPUT 3)

Y Pb Pr jacks on the back of the TV/DVD and to the Y Pb Pr outputs on the satellite receiver.

3. Connect your red and white audio cables.

Connect the audio (red and white) cables to the INPUT 3 AUDIO R and L jacks on the

back of the TV/DVD and to the Audio Output jacks on the satellite receiver.

Viewing the Picture from the Connected Device

1. Plug in the TV/DVD (see page 13 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 satellite receiver.

3. Press the INPUT SELECT button on the remote control and select VIDEO1 from the input list (if connected to the VIDEO INPUT 1 jack) or COMPONENT (if connected to the COMPONENT jacks). To go back to viewing TV channels, press the INPUT SELECT button and select ANT from the input list.

• If you're done connecting devices to your TV, go to page 14 to complete the Initial Setup.

• To continue connecting devices, go to the next page.

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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 6 for instructions.

PC/HDMI AUDIO

HDMI

Device with HDMI

Video Out

Device with DVI

Audio Out

HDMI Out

DVI Out

Audio 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. Since HDMI technology is based on Digital Visual Interface (DVI), the jack on the back of your TV/DVD is also compatible with devices that have a DVI output jack.

Using the example of a set-top box:

• If your set-top box has an HDMI jack, connect an HDMI cable.

HDMI cable

HDMI/DVI adapter

Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI Input jack on the back of the TV/DVD and to

the HDMI Out jack on the back of the device.

–OR–

• If your set-top box has a DVI jack, connect an HDMI cable and an HDMI/DVI adapter.

A. Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI Input jack on the back of the TV/DVD.

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. Since you’re using an HDMI/DVI adapter, you need to connect a 3.5 mm stereo

mini-pin to audio left/right cable. Connect the mini-pin end to the PC/HDMI AUDIO jack on the back of the TV/DVD and the other end to the R and L jacks on the back of the device.

3.5 mm stereo mini pin to Audio left/right

POWER button

POWER

TV/DVD

DISPLAY

VOL

MUTE

SLEEP

SETUP/

ENTER

PLAY

SKIP

SUBTITLE

SLOW SLOWPAUSE/STILL PLAY MODE

RETURN

REPEAT A-B

AUDIO

MARKER

DVD

TOP MENU

SKIP

STOP

ANGLE

QUICK VIEW/

JUMP

ZOOM

INPUT SELECT

TV MENU

EXIT/

CANCEL

SCREEN SIZE

INPUT SELECT button

Use these buttons to view the picture of the device you’ve connected to the TV.

Viewing the Picture from the Connected Device

The device in this connection is connected to the HDMI jack. To view this device:

1. Plug in the TV (see page 13 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 set-top box.

3. Press the INPUT SELECT button on the remote control and select HDMI for the input list. To go back to viewing TV channels, press the INPUT SELECT button and select ANT from the input list.

• If you're done connecting devices to your TV, go to page 14 to complete the Initial Setup.

• If you experience HDMI problems, go to the HDMI Troubleshooting section on page 39.

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PC Connection

This is an example of a connection using the PC jacks.

Don't forget: If necessary, connect antenna or cable to get a picture. Go to page 6 for instructions.

MONITOR

PC/HDMI AUDIO

Connecting the Device

This connection allows you to connect to a personal computer.

1. If necessary, connect your cable and/or off-air antenna as described on page 6.

2. Connect your monitor cable.

Connect one end of a 15-pin monitor cable to the PC MONITOR jack on the TV/DVD 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.

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

HDMI/PC AUDIO jack on the back of the TV and the other end to the Audio Output jack on the PC.

Note: The maximum resolution is 1360 x 768. Be sure to set your PC to the correct monitor output setting.

Viewing the PC

1. Plug in the TV and the PC, if they aren't already plugged in.

2. Turn on the TV and the PC.

3. Press the INPUT SELECT button on the remote control and select PC from the input list. To go back to viewing TV channels, press the INPUT SELECT button and select ANT from the input list.

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Plug in the TV/DVD

Plug the end of the power cord into the back of the TV/DVD. Plug the other end 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/DVD

Turn on your TV/DVD by pressing the Power button on the TV or on the remote control.

POWER

DISPLAY

SETUP/

TV MENU

EXIT/

CANCEL

SLOW SLOWPAUSE/STILL PLAY MODE

AUDIO

SCREEN SIZE

SKIP

SUBTITLE

RETURN

MARKER

ENTER

PLAY

REPEAT A-B

TV/DVD

SLEEP

STOP

JUMP

VOL

MUTE

DVD

TOP MENU

SKIP

ANGLE

QUICK VIEW/

ZOOM

INPUT

SELECT

ENTER 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.

To highlight a menu item, press the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight one of the items listed on the screen. Use the up or down arrow button to move up or down. Use the right or left arrow button to view other selections for a menu choice or to display a sub-menu.

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

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SETUP

LANGUAGE ENGLISH

ENGLISH/FRANÇAIS/ESPAÑOL

TV/CABLE CABLE AUTO CH MEMORY ADD/DELETE

:SELECT

:ADJUST

Complete the Initial Setup

The menu system in your TV allows the TV’s features to work properly. You need to set up a few things ﬁ rst before using your TV/DVD.

Set the Menu Language

Press the SETUP/TV MENU button on the remote. With the SETUP icon (

If English is your preferred language, press the down arrow button to continue to the next step. To choose another language, press the right arrow button until that language is highlighted, and press the down arrow button to continue.

Set the Signal Type

If you connected Cable to your ANT jack, the option is chosen for you and you can press the down arrow button to continue.

If you connected an antenna to your ANT jack, press the right arrow button to choose TV and then press the down arrow button to continue.

) highlighted, press the down arrow button.

SETUP

LANGUAGE ENGLISH

TV/CABLE CABLE AUTO CH MEMORY ADD/DELETE

:SELECT

:ADJUST

Complete the Channel Search

With Auto Ch Memory highlighted, press the right arrow button to begin the channel search. The search takes some time as it is looking for analog and digital channels, and digital sub channels. Once the search is complete, the TV tunes to a channel.

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