RCA LIFE 136 User Manual
Television User’s Guide
Changing Entertainment. Again.
Please read these instructions before
operating this product for the first time.
TOCOM 15924420
Models: LIFE 131, LIFE 133 & LIFE 136
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 prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Attention: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et
pousser jusqú au fond.
Power Consumption: 120V ~ 60 Hz, 63 W (for models LIFE 131, LIFE 133 and LIFE 136)
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate it.
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, 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.
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.
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instructions accompanying the
product.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this product to
rain or moisture.
Product Registration
Please fill out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately. Returning the card 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. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Getting Started
Things to Consider Before You Connect ..................... 2
Setup and Connections ................................................ 3
Step 1: Connect your TV ........................................ 3
Step 2: Plug in the TV ............................................. 3
Step 3: Put Batteries in the Remote ...................... 3
Step 4: Turn on the TV ........................................... 3
Step 5: Auto Channel Search ................................. 4
Step 6 (optional): Connect other components ..... 4
The Buttons on the Remote Control ........................... 5
Chapter 2: Using the TV’s Features
Channel Marker ............................................................ 7
Front Panel Lock ........................................................... 7
V-Chip Parental Controls .............................................. 8
How V-Chip Works ................................................. 8
Movie Rating Limit ................................................. 9
TV Rating Limit ..................................................... 10
Blocking Specific Content Themes ...................... 14
Viewing Specific Content Themes ....................... 15
V-Chip Unrated Program Block ........................... 16
Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ............................ 16
Chapter 3: Using the TV’s Menu System
How to Use Your TV’s Menu System ......................... 17
Picture Quality Menu ................................................. 18
Screen Menu ............................................................... 18
Using Closed Captioning ...................................... 19
Channel Menu............................................................. 20
Time Menu .................................................................. 20
Chapter 4: Other Information
Troubleshooting .......................................................... 21
TV Problems .......................................................... 21
The Remote Control Doesn’t Work ..................... 22
Problems with V-Chip/Parental Controls............. 23
The Front of Your TV – Front Panel ........................... 23
Care and Cleaning ...................................................... 24
Limited Warranty........................................................ 25
Accessory Information ............................................... 28
How To Order ....................................................... 28
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Chapter 1: Getting Started
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.
• When 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 back 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.
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Chapter 1: Getting Started
ANTENNA, CABLE, CABLE BOX OR VCR
ANTENNA
TV (Back Panel)
Setup and Connections
Step 1: Connect your TV
Connect the cable from your cable system or off-air antenna to the cable in-jack on the back
of the TV, as shown on the left.
Step 2: Plug in the TV
Plug the end of the power cord into the wall outlet. Match the wide blade of the plug with
the wide slot in the outlet. Insert the plug completely into the outlet.
Step 3: Put Batteries in the Remote
1. Remove the battery compartment cover on the remote.
2. Insert new batteries. Match the polarities (+ and -) on the batteries with the diagram on
the remote.
3. Put the battery compartment cover back on the remote.
Step 4: Turn on the TV
Press the ON•OFF button on the remote or the (Power) button on the front panel.
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Chapter 1: Getting Started
Step 5: Auto Channel Search
Perform an Auto Channel Search (described in the Channel menu section).
Step 6 (optional): Connect other components to your TV
Use the jacks on the front panel of your TV to connect components to your TV. You can see
what’s playing on the component you connected by pressing the INPUT button on your
remote until VID appears on the screen.
VIDEO (video in) Allows you to connect a component such as a VCR, camcorder or Internet
access device.
AUDIO (audio-mono in) Receives audio signals from another component such as a VCR,
AUDIO
VIDEO
Audio/Video
cables
Coaxial cable
camcorder or Internet access device.
(headphones) Allows you to listen to your TV using headphones. Plugging your
headphones into this jack automatically silences the TV’s built in speaker.
Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV
The pictures on the left show the cables needed to connect components to your TV.
Notes: Audio/Video cables (A/V cables for short) are often sold as a bundled set. When
connecting components to your TV, use the cable with the yellow end to connect the
video and the cable with the white end to connect the audio. Leave the cable with the
red end (if there is one) unconnected.
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Chapter 1: Getting Started
The Buttons on the Remote Control
0-9 (Number buttons) Enter channel numbers directly through the remote control. This button
can also be used to select numbered menu items directly.
To enter a two-digit channel, press the two digits. To enter a three-digit channel, press and hold
the first digit for two seconds until two dashes appear to the right of the number, then add the
second two. Example: to tune to channel 123, press and hold 1 for two seconds, press 2, then
press 3.
Arrow buttons Use the navigation arrows to move the on-screen highlight up, down, left or
right. You can also use the arrows to modify some settings in the menu system.
ch + and ch – Scan up or down through the current channel list. Press once to change the
channel up or down; press and hold to continue changing channels.
clear Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns you to TV viewing. Also
cancels the SKIP timer.
info Brings up available channel information.
input Changes your TV to its video input channel. The Video Input Channel is the channel
your TV must tune to in order for you to access a component that’s connected to the AUDIO and
VIDEO jacks on the front of your TV. Example: to view a tape from your camcorder, connect the
camcorder to the TV’s AUDIO and VIDEO jacks on the TV’s front panel with the audio/video
cables.
menu Brings up the Main menu.
mute Lowers the volume to its minimum level. Press again to restore volume.
ok Use to select on-screen items.
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Chapter 1: Getting Started
The Buttons on the Remote Control (continued)
on•off Turns the TV on and off.
go back Returns you to the previous channel.
reset This button returns the TV’s picture settings back to their factory defaults.
skip (Commercial Skip) Press once before changing channels. The TV will wait 30 seconds
before returning you to the original channel. Press again to add more time. Press CLEAR to cancel
the SKIP timer.
sleep Sets your TV to shut off automatically after 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes.
vol + and vol – Decreases or increases the TV’s volume.
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Chapter 2: Using the TV’s Features
12:01 60
SLEEP CC
Mute
Sample displays on a Channel Marker. The Channel
Marker shown is just an example of what your
screen may look like.
1:30
Channel Marker
There are several indicators that might appear when you press the INFO button on the
remote. This display is called the Channel Marker. The following list describes the items
on the Channel Marker screen (left to right and top to bottom).
12:01 Displays the current time.
60 Displays the current channel or input channel (VID).
SLEEP Displayed when the Sleep Timer has been set.
CC Displayed when Closed Captioning is available on the current channel.
MUTE Displayed when you mute the audio.
1:30 Displayed to count down time left on the commercial skip (SKIP) timer.
Front Panel Lock
This feature allows you to lock the buttons on the front of the TV. Even when the front
panel lock feature is on, the TV operates with the remote control.
To lock the buttons on the front of the TV:
1. Make sure the TV is on.
2. Press and hold the ON•OFF button on the remote for approximately 5 seconds.
To turn off the front panel lock:
1. Make sure the TV is off.
2. Press and hold the ON•OFF button on the remote for approximately 5 seconds.
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Chapter 2: Using the TV’s Features
TV Main Menu
1 Picture Quality
2 Screen
3 Channel
4 V-Chip Parental Controls
5 Time
0 Exit
V-Chip Parental Controls
The V-Chip Parental Controls menu allows you to program your TV so that children cannot
see certain programs.
The first three choices in the Parental Controls menu involve software inside your TV
(referred to as V-Chip) which allows you to block TV programs and movies based on
violence, sex, or other content you may believe children should not view. In other words, it
lets you program your TV so it won’t display certain programs.
Once you block programs, you or other adults can unblock programs by entering a
password.
By default, the software inside your TV is turned “off,” so if you don’t want to use this
feature, you can just ignore it.
How V-Chip Works
When turned “on,” the V-Chip software reads a code that most broadcasters send with
programs. That code tells the software the program’s age-based rating (TV-MA, TV-14, etc.)
and content themes [(Violence (V), Adult Language (L), etc.)]. If you have blocked the rating
and/or content themes that the program contains, you will receive the message, “This
program is blocked. Change channel or press DISPLAY to enter password,” when you tune to
that particular channel.
Broadcasters are not required to provide content themes, so programs received with no
content themes will only be blocked if you block their age-based rating. You can also block
out programs that have been given a rating of “Not Rated,” and programs that are considered
“unrated” because no code has been sent by the broadcaster.
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