RCA LCDX2619W, LCDX2620W User Manual

LCD Television

User’s Guide

Changing Entertainment. Again.

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 qualified service personnel.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

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.

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.

This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.

This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage" inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury.

Product Registration

Please fill out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately. For U.S. 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. These numbers are located on the product.

Model No. ____________________ Serial No. ________________________ Purchase Date: ______________

Dealer/Address/Phone: _________________________________________________________________________

Important Information

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 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 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 builtup 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.

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

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

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Connections & Setup

Things to Consider Before You Connect ........................................................................................ 3

Protect Against Power Surges.................................................................................................. 3

Protect Components from Overheating.................................................................................. 3

Important Stand and Base Safety Information ....................................................................... 3

Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference........................................................... 3

Use Indirect Light...................................................................................................................... 3

Connection Illustrations ........................................................................................................... 3

Check Supplied Parts ................................................................................................................ 3

Explanation of Jacks ........................................................................................................................ 4

Connect Your Cable ......................................................................................................................... 6

Choose Your Connection ................................................................................................................. 6

Connection to AV Components ............................................................................................... 6

Connection to a Personal Computer ....................................................................................... 8

Plug in the TV................................................................................................................................... 8

Put batteries in the remote............................................................................................................. 8

Turn on the TV ................................................................................................................................. 8

Adjust the Viewing Angle of the TV ..............................................................................................8

Set Up Your TV ................................................................................................................................. 9

Choose the Menu Language .................................................................................................... 9

Choose the Signal Type ............................................................................................................ 9

Complete Channel Search ...................................................................................................... 10

Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control

Button Descriptions for TV Mode.................................................................................................11

Button Descriptions for DVD and VCR Modes............................................................................. 11

Using the INPUT Button ......................................................................................................... 12

Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components ........................................................ 12

Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote ..................................................................... 12

Programming the Remote ..................................................................................................... 12

How to Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed It ......................................................... 13

Remote Control Codes .................................................................................................................. 14

Chapter 3: Using the TV’s Features

About the Channel Banner ........................................................................................................... 15

Why You Should Use the Autotuning Feature ............................................................................ 15

How to Set Up the Autotuning Feature................................................................................ 15

PIP (Picture-in-PC) Operation ........................................................................................................ 16

Parental Controls ........................................................................................................................... 17

How V-Chip Works .................................................................................................................. 17

US V-Chip Rating System ........................................................................................................ 17

Canadian English V-Chip Rating System ............................................................................... 18

Canadian French V-Chip Rating System ................................................................................ 18

V-Chip TV Ratings ................................................................................................................... 19

Blocking Specific Content Themes......................................................................................... 20

Viewing Specific Content Themes ......................................................................................... 21

V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ..................................................................................................... 21

Blocking Canadian V-Chip Ratings ........................................................................................ 22

V-Chip Unrated/Exempt Block ............................................................................................... 22

Front Panel Block .................................................................................................................... 23

Channel Block ......................................................................................................................... 23

Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ............................................................................................... 23

Additional Features ....................................................................................................................... 23

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Chapter 4: Using the Menu System

Menus, On-screen Help, and Control Panels ............................................................................... 24

Exiting a menu ........................................................................................................................ 24

Controls ................................................................................................................................... 24

Picture Menu .................................................................................................................................. 25

Sound Menu................................................................................................................................... 26

Parental Control Menu .................................................................................................................. 27

Preferences Menu .......................................................................................................................... 27

Setup Menu.................................................................................................................................... 28

PC Picture Quality Menu ............................................................................................................... 29

PC Picture Size Menu ..................................................................................................................... 29

PC Sound Menu ............................................................................................................................. 29

PC Preferences Menu..................................................................................................................... 30

PC Information Center................................................................................................................... 30

Chapter 5: Other Information

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................. 31

Care and Cleaning ......................................................................................................................... 32

Limited Warranty........................................................................................................................... 33

Accessory Information .................................................................................................................. 35

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 or power strip. NEVER plug your TV into an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch.

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

• Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safeguards Instructions at the beginning of the manual.

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.

Important Stand and Base Safety Information

If a stand or base is used ensure 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 Safety Instructions at the beginning of the manual.

Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference

Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack.

Use Indirect Light

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

Connection Illustrations

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

Check Supplied Parts

Check that the following parts were packed with your product.

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Explanation of Jacks

This section describes the jacks and cables you might use to make connections. There are several ways to connect components to your TV.

Different jacks and cables provide a different level of performance. It’s important to remember the different degrees of picture improvement for comparison. The YPbPr (component) jack is considered an excellent improvement; S-Video and Video (composite) jacks are considered very good; while the Antenna/Cable connection is good.

POWER

VOL

AUDIO

DVI

AUDIOINPr Pb Y RL/

RGB

VIDEO IN

CMPT

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

RL/

AUDIOINVIDEO

VID1

Mono

ANTENNA/

CABLE

SUBWOOFER

OUT

AUDIO OUTPUT

RLAUDIO

OUT

Side Panel

Bottom Panel (lift the panel as shown above to view the jacks)

Bottom Panel

DVI Input Lets you connect an HD receiver, HD cable box, or a computer with a DVI output.

•R AUDIO IN Provides right audio connection when using the DVI jack. The right audio

connector is usually red.

•L AUDIO IN Provides left audio connection when using the DVI jack. The left audio connector is usually white.

• DVI (Digital Visual Interface) For connection of components that have a DVI jack, such as an HD receiver. The DVI jack provides an uncompressed, digital video interface developed for high-bandwidth digital connection. It supports the overlay of high-resolution graphics used by some program guides and interactive components.

RGB Input

• RGB For connection of components that have an RGB output jack, such as a personal

computer, HD receiver, or DVD player.

• AUDIO IN (Stereo mini jack) Use to obtain sound when a component is connected to the RGB jack. Use the supplied 3.5mm mini phone to audio cable adapter. Connect audio cables to the end of the adapter.

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CMPT (Component) Input

•Y Pb Pr VIDEO IN For connection of components that have component output jacks (Y, Pb, Pr), such as a

personal computer, HD receiver, DVD player, or other device with component outputs.

The Y Pb Pr jacks provide excellent picture quality because the video is separated into three signals.

•R AUDIO IN Provides right audio connection when using the Y Pb Pr jacks. The right audio connector is

usually red.

• L/Mono AUDIO IN Provides left audio connection when using the Y Pb Pr jacks. The left audio connector is

usually white.

Note: If your component has only one output for audio (mono), connect it to the L/Mono AUDIO jack on the TV and don’t connect the R AUDIO part of the cable. In this case, you need to change a setting to hear sound from both speakers. Go to the Sound menu, highlight Sound Type and then choose Mono.

VID1 Input

• S-VIDEO IN The S-Video (super video) jack provides better picture quality than the regular video jack because

the color (chrominance, also called chroma) part of the signal is separated from the black and white (luminance) part of the picture.

Note: Remember to connect the left and right audio cables to the AUDIO IN jacks because the S-VIDEO cable carries only the picture signal, not the sound.

•R AUDIO IN Provides right audio connection when using the VIDEO or S-VIDEO jack. The right audio

connector is usually red.

• L/Mono AUDIO IN Provides left audio connection when using the VIDEO or S-VIDEO jack. The left audio

connector is usually white.

• VIDEO IN Provides composite video connection. The video connector is usually yellow.

ANTENNA/CABLE Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from the antenna, cable, or cable box.

AUDIO OUTPUT

• SUBWOOFER OUT Provides lower bass frequencies out from the TV and to a powered subwoofer.

•R AUDIO OUT Use to output the right audio of the selected source component connected to this unit to an AV

amplifier or similar component.

•L AUDIO OUT Use to output the left audio of the selected source component connected to this unit to an AV

amplifier or similar component.

Note: Set the Audio output to Fixed or Variable in the Sound menu. Go to page 27 for more information.

Power In Connect the power cord to this jack to give the TV power.

Side Panel

• Headphone Allows you to connect headphones to listen to the sound coming from the TV.

Note: When you plug in headphones, the TV’s internal speakers are automatically turned off.

If you can’t locate your remote, you can use the side panel of your TV to operate many of the TV’s features.

MENU Brings up the Main menu. When the menu system is displayed, pressing MENU selects highlighted items.



VOL

 Increases the volume. In the menu system, it points right to items and adjusts menu controls.





VOL

 Decreases the volume. In the menu system, it points left to items and adjusts menu controls.





 Scans up through the current channel list. In the menu system, it points up to items and adjusts menu



controls.



 Scans down through the channel list. In the menu system, it points down to items and adjusts menu controls.



POWER Turns the TV on and off.

Note: If you use the Front Panel Block feature, the front panel buttons no longer provide access to the menus. Go to Chapter 3 for more information.

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Connect Your Cable

Connect your cable or antenna to the ANTENNA/CABLE jack on the bottom panel of the TV using a coaxial cable.

NTENNA/

CABLE

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Using the CMPT Jack

Connect a component, such as a VCR, DVD player or Satellite Receiver, to the TV using the CMPT jacks. Connect Component cables to the Y Pb Pr VIDEO IN jacks on the bottom panel of the TV and to the Component Out jacks on the component. Then connect audio cables to the CMPT AUDIO IN jacks (R and L) on the bottom panel of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the component.

Note: The CMPT input also accepts Y Cr Cb signals. Your TV will automatically adjust to that type of signal.

Pr Pb Y RL/

VIDEO IN

AV component

CMPT

AUDIO

Mono

Using the RGB Jack

Connect a component, such as a DVD player or digital cable box, to the TV using the RGB jack. Connect one end of a 15 pin D-sub cable to the RGB jack on the bottom of the TV and the other end to the RGB out jack on the component. Then connect the supplied 3.5mm mini phone to audio cable adapter to the RGB AUDIO IN jack on the bottom of the TV. Connect audio cables to the adapter and connect the other end to the Audio Output jacks on the component.

AUDIO

RGB

AV component

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Connection to a Personal Computer

Using RGB

Connect a personal computer to the TV using the RGB jack. Connect a 15-pin monitor cable to the computer and the other end to the bottom of the TV.

Note: Your computer will most likely output the signal in a 4:3 aspect ratio. Be sure to change the monitor setting for the best picture quality.

AUDIO

RGB

SUBWOOFER

OUT

AUDIO OUTPUT

RLAUDIO

OUT

Plug in the TV

Plug the flat end of the cable into the power jack on the bottom panel of the TV. Plug the end of the power cord into an appropriate wall outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely. Do not plug into an outlet controlled by a light switch.

Put batteries in the remote

• Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the remote by pushing down on the tab and lifting the cover.

• Insert 2 fresh “AAA” batteries. Make sure the polarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly.

• Replace the cover.

Turn on the TV

Press TV on the remote, or press POWER on the TV’s side panel.

Note: Pressing the TV button turns on the TV and puts the remote into TV mode. “TV mode” means that the buttons on the remote control operate the TV’s functions.

Adjust the Viewing Angle of the TV

The TV’s screen is adjustable simply by pushing on the top, front part of the screen, while your other hand holds the base of the TV.

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