RCA M50WH74YS1, M50WH74SYX1, M50WH187YX1, M50WH72SYX2, M50WH72SYX1 User Manual
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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 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.
FCCRegulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user's authority
to operate it.
Cable fV 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.
Important: This television is a table model and is designed to sit on a firm, flat, 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, cabinet, 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 packed separately.
RISKOFELECTRICSHOCKthe lamp, no user serviceable parts inside. Refer
l not remove cover (or back). With the exception of
DONOTOPEN servicing to qualified service personnel.
_t This symbol indicates _]_11 Thissy mbolindicates
"dangerous voltage" inside important instructions
the product that presents accompanying the product.
a risk of electric shock or
personal injury.
Special disposal of the lamp for environmental reasons may be
required under the laws applicable to yourjurisdiction. For disposal
This symbol indicates that the lamp in the HDTV contains mercury.
or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the
Electronic Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org, or call 1-800-338-0376
for more details.
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do
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/television. 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.
Purchase Date:
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Thank you for choosing RCA
Congratulations on purchasing this RCA High Definition Television (HDTV) featuring Texas Instruments
Digital Light Processing(© technology-a true viewing experience. Your purchase decision represents an
investment in a new generation of technology-DLP and HDTV. Even though this is a technologically
advanced HDTV, it is the most user-friendly of its kind-with comprehensive on-screen instructions that
guide you through all of the TV's features.
This introduction has three parts that describe why an RCA HDTV featuring DLP technology is an
excellent choice:
Part 1: DLP technology-brilliance in color and design
Part 2: Why RCA DLP HD1W is better
Part 3: Other Key Features of owning an RCA HDTV
Part 1: DLP technology-brilliance in color and design
RCA brings you pictures with DLP systern-a brilliantly choreographed, engineering marvel that combines
microscopic mirrors, light, and color to bring you the best and brightest pictures possible.
CommonFieldLens Projection
DMD
Color Wheel
illumination Relay Optics
Integrating Light Pipe
Lamp
EXAMPLE: Service Model Number sticker
with lamp type listed.
Model No.
Lamp Type
Date
%
Screen
How DLP Technology Works
In general, DLP technology combines microscopic mirrors, a specially
designed semiconductor, and a color wheel to adjust light to display the
most brilliant, accurate images! Your DLP HDTV doesn't use Cathode
Ray Tubes (CRTs), which means you don't have to worry about screen
burn (fixed video images burning onto the screen permanently) or
convergence (realigning the CRTs). The diagram on the left illustrates the
complex system.
Thin and Light
The efficiency of DLP technology enabled our design team to create a
high-performance HDTV that is about 16 inches thin and weighs less
than 100 pounds.
Lamp Replacement
DLP technology uses a special lamp. Eventually, you'll need to replace this
lamp, which you can do yourself by following the instructions that come
packed with the new lamp. To order the correct lamp, you'll need to know
your TV's model nmnber, serial number, and lamp type-this information
is listed on the Service Model Number sticker (example of the sticker is
shown on the left). Face the back of the TV. The sticker is located on the
left side of the TV. For future reference, write down the information in the
space provided at the left.
DLP®is a trademark of Texas Instruments
Part 2: Why RCA HDTV is better
DLP technology is just part of the story. You have chosen to embark on the next generation ofTV viewing-HDTV. There are many
technological advancements that make HDTV better than analog TV, but there axe basically three things about HDTV that bring you a
superior viewing experience: (1) resolution, (2) aspect ratio, and (3) digital signal and sound.
Resolution (it's math...that works for you)
The crisp, lifelike picture that people rave about when experiencing true HDTV is due to the resolution this technology provides. The
resolution is measured by calculating the nmnber of pixels. A pixel (which stands for picture element) is a small dot. The picture you see on
your TV is composed of these dots.
A regular, analog television only has a resolution of about 200,000 pixels (480 vertical pixels x 440 horizontal pixels = 211,200 pixels). The
HDTV format is capable of more than 2 million pixels (1,920 x 1,080 = 2,073,600).
More pixels equal more detail. In summar> HDTV is capable of resolution that is up to almost 10 times the resolution of the picture on a
regular, analog TV!
Feature Analog (NTSC) HD Digital (ATSC)
Total Scan Lines 525 1125
Effective Scan Lines 480 1080
Aspect Ratio 4 x 3 (Standard) 16 x 9 (Widescreen)
Max Resolution 720 x 480 1920 x 1080
Sound 2-ch Stereo 5.1 ch Surround
16 x 9 Aspect Ratio
4 x 3 Aspect Ratio
Aspect Ratio
Aspect ratio is simply the width and height of the picture. Regular TVs use a 4 x 3
aspect ratio, which means the picture is alittle wider than it is tall 'a screen that is 20
inches wide is about 15 inches tall).
When the standards were being developed for television broadcasting in 1941 by the
NTSC (the National Television Standards Committee), it made sense to adopt the
4 x 3 aspect ratio the film industry was using at that time.
As TVs dropped in price and people prospered in the 1950s, the movie industry had
to find a way to get people out of their living rooms and back to the movie theatres.
That's when they created the 16 x 9 aspect ratio (also called widescreen format). When
the standards for HDTV were being developed by the ATSC (Advanced Television
Standards Committee), the 16 x 9 aspect ratio was chosen as the format for HDTV.
This widescreen format makes sense because it's much closer to the waywe see. Our
field of vision is actually much wider than tall because of our peripheral vision. Not
only is it closer to the way we see, but the pictures are crisper and cleaner with more
detail in the close-up and panoramic views.
2
Digital Signal and Sound
The analog television broadcast system that has been used in the United States for the past 50 years transmits signals as electronic waves.
These waves can suf}'_r degradation as the signal travels to your home. Additionall> the analog waves are susceptible to interf'erence from
planes passing overhead, weather, and household appliances.
Digital signals, in contrast to analog signals, can be reproduced precisely because the images are transmitted and received using the
computer language of" ls and 0s. Such precision yields a signal that is capable of displaying studio-quali V picture and Dolby Digital 5.1
channel sound.
Part 3: Other Key Features of owning an RCA HDTV
There are other HDTV's on the market-even some that use DLP technology. But your RCA HDTV has been designed with features that
will enhance your TV viewing experience, and features that provide tlexibilky to build on the digital revolution that is taking place. A
summary of your TV's most unique features follows. Go to Chapter 3 for more details on these and additional features.
Integrated HDTV Tuner with Digital Cable Ready QAM
RCA was the first to of Icr an integrated tuner with its HDTVs, which means there is no need for another box to receive digital
programming. Now, we've gone one better-your HDTV's tuner is digital cable read> which means there is no need for a cable box to view
tmscrambled digital cable programming. The CableCARD TM slot on your HDTV allows you to use a digital cable card to access digital
cable. The tuner is able to decode all formats of digital television broadcasts, and it can interpret unscrambled digital cable signals because it
includes QAM (Quadrature Amplitude Modulation).
Note: A dig#a/cable card may be ,ecessa_7 to vi_'u, scTrm_bled(e*_c_3_t_'d)claa*z,eh. (,b*m_ct yo_r cabl_'?ro_:ider,_r more i,_rmatio,z.
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TruScan Digital Reality
The intelligent signal processing of TruScan Digital Reality recognizes incoming video signals and progressively converts them to achieve
optimum digital picture performance. It also recognizes when original film sources have been modified and can automatically convert the
analog fi'ame rate back to its original format to bring out the detail-a process commonly tel'erred to as reverse 3:2 pulldown.
User-friendly Features Help You Personalize Your TV
" You can customize your TV to fit your viewing taste and match the lighting where
you watch TV by using Personal Presets and/or the picture preset settings: ½"b*vv,t
(Day), A_tatnd, (,)',ematic (Nig/at), and 3)00rts. You can adjust each input jack to a
different setting and the TV will automatically adjust the picture when you change
inputs.
° Help Text: The on-screen help text describes your TV's features and explains how to
use them.
Help text
CableCARD TM is a trademark of Cable Television Laboratories, Inc.
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Introduction ....................................................................................................................... 1
Chapter 1: Connections & Setup
Things to Consider Before You Connect ......................................................................... 8
Protect Against Power Surges .................................................................................... 8
Protect Components from Overheating .................................................................... 8
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference ............................................. 8
Use Indirect Light ........................................................................................................ 8
FCC Statement ........................................................................................................... 8
Get the Picture .................................................................................................................. 9
Getting Cable Channels .............................................................................................. 9
Getting Digital Channels ............................................................................................ 9
Using the CableCARD Slot ........................................................................................ 10
Setting Up Digital Cable Television Service ............................................................. 10
Choose Your Connection ................................................................................................ 11
Y Pb Pr (Component Video) Connection ................................................................. 12
Audio/Video Connection .......................................................................................... 14
HDMI Connection ..................................................................................................... 16
Advanced Audio Connection Information .............................................................. 18
Plug in the TV .................................................................................................................. 19
Put Batteries in the Remote ........................................................................................... 19
Turn on the TV ................................................................................................................. 19
Use the Remote Control to Complete the Assisted Setup ........................................... 19
Complete the Assisted Setup ......................................................................................... 19
Set the Menu Language ........................................................................................... 20
Complete the Channel Search ................................................................................. 20
Choose Setup Options .............................................................................................. 20
What to Expect ................................................................................................................ 21
Watching TV .............................................................................................................. 21
Changing Channels ................................................................................................... 21
Next Steps ....................................................................................................................... 21
Explanation of Jacks ....................................................................................................... 22
The Front of Your TV ....................................................................................................... 25
Front/Side Input Jacks ............................................................................................... 25
Front Panel ................................................................................................................ 25
Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control
The Buttons on the Remote Control .............................................................................. 28
Programming the Remote to Operate Other Devices .................................................. 30
Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote ...................................................... 30
Programming the Remote ....................................................................................... 30
How to Use the Remote After You've Programmed It ................................................. 31
Modes of Operation ................................................................................................. 32
Volume Punchthrough Feature ...................................................................................... 32
Deleting ALL Volume Punchthrough Commands ................................................... 33
Using the INPUT Button .................................................................................................. 33
Remote Code List ............................................................................................................ 33
Chapter 3: Using the TV's Features
About the Channel Banner ............................................................................................. 38
Digital or Analog TV Channels ....................................................................................... 39
Direct Tuning to a Channel ...................................................................................... 39
Getting a Program Description ................................................................................ 39
Parental Controls ............................................................................................................ 40
Lock/Unlock TV ......................................................................................................... 40
How V-Chip Works for the USA and Canada ................................................................ 40
USA V-Chip TV Ratings ............................................................................................. 41
Canada V-Chip .......................................................................................................... 41
Channel Lists ................................................................................................................... 45
Auto Tuning Feature ...................................................................................................... 45
Future DownJoadabJe Ratings ...................................................................................... 46
Chapter 4: Using the TV's Menu System
Menus, On-screen Help, and Control Panels ................................................................. 48
Navigating the Menu System ................................................................................... 48
On-Screen Help ......................................................................................................... 48
Controls ..................................................................................................................... 48
Picture Menu ................................................................................................................... 50
Picture Preset Mode ................................................................................................. 50
Picture Settings ......................................................................................................... 50
Screen Format ........................................................................................................... 51
Advanced Picture Menu ........................................................................................... 51
Screen AdJust Menu ................................................................................................. 52
Audio Menu ..................................................................................................................... 53
Sound Preset Mode .................................................................................................. 53
Sound Logic ............................................................................................................... 53
Balance ...................................................................................................................... 53
Advanced Audio ....................................................................................................... 54
Channel Setup Menu ...................................................................................................... 56
Channel Search ......................................................................................................... 56
Advanced Settings .................................................................................................... 56
Setup Options Menu ....................................................................................................... 57
Closed Captioning .................................................................................................... 57
Quick Startup ............................................................................................................ 57
Time Menu ................................................................................................................ 59
Assisted Setup ........................................................................................................... 60
Menu Preferences ..................................................................................................... 60
Advanced Options .................................................................................................... 60
Chapter 5: Other information
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) .............................................................................. 62
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................. 63
Lamp Replacement Information .................................................................................... 67
V-Chip Rating Explanations ............................................................................................ 68
US V-Chip Rating System .......................................................................................... 68
Canadian V-Chip Rating System ............................................................................... 68
HDTVSpecifications ........................................................................................................................70
Limited Warranty ............................................................................................................ 72
Care and Cleaning ........................................................................................................... 73
FCCInformation .............................................................................................................. 73
Index ................................................................................................................................ 74
Chapter Overview:
• Things to Consider Before You Connect
• Choose Your Signal
• Get the Picture
• Plug in theTV
• Put Batteries in the Remote
• Turn on theTV
• Use the Remote Control to Complete
the Assisted Setup
• Complete the Assisted Setup
• What To Expect
• Next Steps
• Explanation of Jacks
• The Front of Your TV
Things to Consider Before You Connect
Protect Against Power Surges
* Connect all components bef[_re 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 Safe V Instructions
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 fred>
* Don't stack components.
* If you place components in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation.
* Ifyou 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.
Use Indirect Light
Don't place the TV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen. Use soft or indirect
lighting.
Fee Statement
This digital television is capable of receiving analog basic, digital basic and digital premium cable television
programming by direct connection to a cable system providing such programming. A security card provided
by your cable operator is required to view encrypted digital programming. Certain advanced and interactive
digital cable services such as video-on-demand, a cable operator's enhanced program guide and data-enhanced
television services may require the use of a set-top box. For more information, call your local cable operator.
8 Chapter _
Get the Picture
The first part of connecting your TV is to get d_e picture, also known as a signal. The back panel of your
TV allows you to receive cable channels by using the CABLE INPUT; receive local of}2air digital and analog
channels by using the ANTENNA INPUT; and a digital cable by using the CableCARD slot (with (:ABLE
INPUT). See below for dlese locations.
CableCARDSlot CABLEINPUT ANTENNA INPUT
Note: This back panel graphic is for
representation only. Your back panel
might be different.
Getting Cable Channels
Connect a coaxial cable fi'om the cable TV wall outlet to the CABLE INPUT on the back of the TV to receive
cable channels.
What You Need
Coa×ial cable
Coaxial cable
Outdoor antenna
indoor antenna
What You Need To Know
" When you get to tl_e (//_a_z_ze/.';earthscreen in tl_e Assisted Setup, place a check mark in the box next to ()lb/e
IHp1¢t.To complete a channel search now, go to page 20.
* When you are ready to watch channels, make sure you are tuned to the (]able Input. Press the ANT*CABLE
button to rune to the Cable Input. Look for ()lble I*6o_t to appear on the channel banner. Go to page 21 for
more information.
Getting Digital Channels
Connect a coaxial cable from an offair antenna to the ANTENNA INPUT to receive free local offair digital and
analog channels.
What You Need
Indoor or outdoor antenna
What you Need to Know
" Visit _wwv.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 awfilable using a certain antenna. Once you determine what type of antenna you need, go to
rca,colll.
o
When you get to the (//aanne/,S?arcIJ screen in the Assisted Setup, place a check mark in the box next to
A*zteHHaIHp1¢t.To complete a channel search now, go to page 20.
o
When you are ready to watch channels, make sure you are tuned to the Antenna Input. Press tl_e
ANTo(:ABLE button to rune to the Antenna Input. Look for A*zten*za Inp1¢t to appear on tl_e channel banner.
Go to page 21 for more information.
Chapter 1 9
Us{ng the Cab{eCARD S{ot
Tile CabIeCARD slot (with ( ;ABLE INPUT) allows you to use a digital cable card to receive digital cable
services, including premium and HDTV cable channels, without ti_e need for a set-top box. Please contact
your local cable company to obtain a digital cable card. Depending on your cable compan> an installer might
come to your home to install ti_e digital cable card for you, or they'll simply send you the digital cable caO.
Important Note: CabIeCARD service details, availability, restrictions, and pricing are
determined by your cable company.
When you receive the digital cable card, make sure you connect your coaxial cable to the CABLE INPUT
jack. Then, turn on your TV. Insert the digital cable card into the slot on the back of the TV labeled
Cabk, CARD. Push firmly on tl'le card until almost tl'le entire card is inserted. Wait to receive information on-
screen regarding your digital cable television services. See below for information on setting up digital cable
television services for your TV.
What You Need
* Coaxial cable
Coaxial cable
* Digital cable service subscription
* Digital cable card
What You Need to Know
" The coaxial cable from your cable oudet needs to be connected to the CABLE INPUT jack so the digital
cable card can get a signal and receive channel information.
* Once the digital cable card is aud'lorized for a particular TV, the card can't be used with any other TV, unless
it is re-authorized to it.
* You won't receive digital cable channels if you connect your cable to the ANTENNA INPUT. Make sure you
connect your cable to the CABLE INPUT.
* Once inserted, it is not recommended you remove tl_e digital cable card. In the case it needs to be removed,
grasp firml> and pull the card straight out.
Setting Up Digital Cable Television Service
Once you have completed the directions fbr using the CabIeCARD slot (explained above), you are ready to receive
digital cable channels. Wait approximately 30 seconds for tl'le status screen to appear. Write down the information
you see and call your cable company to provide d_em with the information on-screen.
If you experience problems with your digital cable after your digital cable card is set up, try resetting your card. Go
to page 56 for more information. If problems persist, contact your cable compan>
Notes: If your i_{_rmation scr_'_'ndisappears be_oreyou have a chance to writ_"down the i*_rmation, press
MENU on the r('mote to accessthe menu system. T/aen press 9, 9, 9, and the i*(_rmation scr('en ap2('ars. (;o to
page 561/ar more i_{/ormadon on the (,>_Dk,CARD 7_ols menu.
_u can't ord(,r vid('o-on-d('mand through your didira/cabk, card.
?0 Chapter I
Choose Your Connection
There are severalways to connect your HDTV, depending on the components you want to connect and the quality of the signal you want
to achieve. The HDMI and component jacks are considered excellent; S-Video is very good; composite jacks are good, while connecting
components to the Antenna or Cable input is fair.
Please use the following chart to determine which connection is best for you. Proceed to the appropriate page and connect your TV.
Jacks Used
f INPUT 1
COMPONENT/COMPOSITE
YNIDEO L
PB
\__J
INPUT 2
COMPOSITE
@
VR?EO
HDMI TM
Y Pb Pr
Audio R and L
Video
Audio R and L
Cables Needed
<_ Component video
,._ Audio
Audio/Video
S-Video
HDMI
Go to...
pages 12-13
pages 14-15
pages 16-17
OR
HDMI
HDMI/DVI TM
adapter
Audio
Connecting an optional audio receiver:
After you connect yotlr TV (choose an option above), go to page 18 for general information about
connecting an audio/video receiver.
HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Chapter 1 ? ?
Y Pb Pr (Component Video) Connection
Note: This back panel graphic is
for representation only. Your back
panel might be different.
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Component Video
cables (Y Pb Pr) are
color coded- Green,
Blue and Red
Red
Audio cables are color
coded- Red= right audio;
white= left audio
White
Connecting the Device
This connection allows you co connect a device char has Y Pb Pr jacks, for example, a
DVD player. If the device you are connecting also has S-Video or composite video, we
recommend you use the component video indic for better quality.
Using the example of a DVD player:
1. lfnecessagy, colu_ectyour cable and!or off:air anteima as described on page
9-
2. Connect your Y Pb Pr component video cables.
Connect chree video cables or component video cables co che INPUT 1 Y/VIDEO
Pls PR jacks on the back of the TV and co the Y PB PR outputs on the DVD player.
3. Connect your audio cables.
Connect the audio (white and red) cables co the INPUT 1 R and L Audio jacks on
the back of the TV and co the Audio Output jacks on the DVD player.
• If you are done
connecting devices to
your TV,go to page 19
to complete the Assisted
Setup.
• To continue connecting
devices, go to the next
page.
TVbutton
TV button
Viewing the Picture from the Connected Device
The device in this connection is connected to the TV's INPUT 1 jacks. To view this
device:
(_)G)
/
INPUT
button
1,
Turn on the TV and the device you want to view, for example a DVD player.
2.
Press the TV button on the remote control to pu[ the remote in TV mode.
3.
Press the INPUT button on the remote control to scroll through the Video Input
Channels until you see Input i ((.bmponent) displayed in the channel banner.
Note: _u can set up the TVto automatically tune to the correct g_'vice you want
to view. This is ca/k'd Auto Tuning..ST"e Cha2tc'r 3,_r more i_rmation on Auto
_ScD O
button
Input channel appears here
Use these buttons to view the picture
of the device connected to the TV. Your
remote model varies according to the
model of TV you have.
Chapter I 13
Audio/Video Connection
Note: This back panel graphic is
for representation only, Your back
panel might be different.
S VIDEO R_
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Red
Yellow
White
Composite cables are color coded-
Yellow= video; Red= right audio; white=
left audio
Connecting the Device
This connection allows you to connect a device such as aVCR that has audio/video
O!lEp!lES,
Using the example of a VCR:
1. Connect your cable and/or off-air antenna as described on page 9.
2. Connect your composite audio/video cables to the TV's input.
Connect composite audio/video cables to die TV's INPUT 2 jack_ (R :rod L-Audio,
and Video) and to tl_e VCR's audio/video outputs..
• If you are done
connecting devices to
your TV,go to page 19
to complete the Assisted
Setup.
• To continue connecting
devices, go to the next
page.
TV button
INPUT
button
INPU(
button
Use these buttons to view the picture
of the device connected to the TV. Your
remote model varies according to the
model of TV you have.
TVbutton
qS@@
/5> @ ®
Viewing the Picture from the Connected Device
The device in this connection is connected to the INPUT 2 jacks. To view tills device:
1. Turn on the TV and the device you want to view.
2. Press the TV button on the remote control to put the remote in TV mode.
3. Press the INPUT button on the remote control co scroll through the Video Input
Channels until you see INPUT2 in the channel banner. See picture below for
location.
Note: _t4 call set up t/aeTVto amomatiea//y tmze to t/aecorrectd_.viceyo, ,mHt
to view. This is calledAt¢to Tu,i_g. See ClaWter3._br morei_t_rmatio, o, Amo
Tuvi,g.
Input channel appears here
Chapter 1 15
HDMI Connection
Note: This back panel graphic is
for representation only, Your back
panel might be different.
Connecting the Device
High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an unconlpressed digital interface
that carries both video and audio data b),way of an integrated mini-plug cable. Since
HDMI cable
HDMI is based on Digital Visual Interface (DVI), the jack oil the back of your TV is also
compatible with devices that have a DVI jack.
Using the example of a set-top box:
• If your set-top box has a DVI jack, connect an HDMI cable and an HDMI/
HDMI/DVI adapter
DVI adapter.
QConnect an HDMI cable to the HDMI INPUT jack on the back of the TV.
_Attach an adapter to end H]DMI cable, connect
HDMI/DVI the of the then the
adapter to the DVI Out jack on the back of the device.
QSince you're using an adapter, you to connect
HDMI/DVI need Audio left and
right cables to the R and L jacks on the back of the device and to R and L Audio
jacks that aren't in use on the back of the TV.
Audio cables are color
coded- Red= right audio;
white= left audio
After you've completed the on-screen Assisted Setup (page 19), go to the DV/Audio
IH2attoption in the AduancedAudio menu to select which Audio Input jack you're
using. Ill the example oil the opposite page you would choose INPUT 4.
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HDMI cable
If your set-top box has an HDMI jack, connect an HDMI cable.
Connect an HDMI cable co the HDMI 1 INPUT (or HDMI 2 INPUT if your TV
has chis jack and ic's more convenient) jack on the back of the TV and co the HDMI
Otic jack on the back of the device.
TV button
INPUT
button
t
INPUT
button
Use these buttons to view the picture of
the device you've connected to the TV
(your remote model varies according to
the model of TV you have}.
TV button
..... i
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N_N
Viewing the Picture from the Connected Device
The device in this connection is connected co the HDMI jack. To view this device:
\',,,
1. Turn on the TV and the device you wane co view.
2. Press che TV burton on che remoce concrol co puc che remoce in TV mode.
3. Press che INPUT burton on che remoce control co scroll chrough the Video Input
Channels uncil you see H[)MZJ d.putdisplayed in the channel banner. See picture
below for location.
Input channel appears here
• If you are done connecting
devices to your TV,go to
page 19 to complete the
Assisted Setup.
Chapter 1 ? 7
• To find out more about
connecting audiolvideo
receivers, go to the next
page.
Advanced Audio Connection information
With the audio versatility of your HDTV, you can choose various connection options depending on tile type
and quality of sound that you want. From good to best sound, choose one of tile options or refer to the user's
manual of each device that you are connecting to get the best results.
* Use your TV's internal speakers (good sound).
° Connect act audio receiver (speakers connected to receive!') to your TV (better sound).
° Connect actaudio receiver (speakers connected to receive0 to your TV using the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT
(OPTI(;AL) jack (best sound)
Red
White
Audio cables are color
coded- Red= right
audio; white= left
audio
Digital Optical
cable
Connecting Your TV to an Audio/Video Receiver
For better sound quality than the TV's internal speakers, connect to an audio receiver using audio cables to the
TV's AUDIO OUTPUT jacks.
" Use the FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT for a more advanced cocmection. Connect the FIXED/
VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUTS fi'om the TV to an A/V receiver using audio cables.
Be sure to go to the Fixed/Variab/_. O_t screen in the Ad_;a.cedA.dio menu and select whether you want the
FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT jacks to send fixed or variable volume audio.
° Variable Output provides variable-level audio output. Volume levels are controlled by the TV's volume.
° Fixed Output provides fixed-level audio output fi'om the TV. This audio output is ideal for coctnecting
to act A/V receiver that has its own volume control
Connecting Your TV to a Receiver with Doiby ® Digital
If you own a receiver with Dolby® digital decoding or PCM (Pulse-Code Modulation) that usesan optical cable-
b3_einput, connect an optical cable fbr excellent audio quality.
* Connect one end of the optical cable to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT (OPTICAL) jack on your TV and
to the Digital Optical Input jack on your receiver/amplifier receiver.
° If your receiver can decode Dolby digital and PCM, go to the Aatdio menu, select Adl:a.c_'dA.dio
menu, then DigitalA.dio O.tp.t. Select AutoSd_'ct (recommectded) or P(£A4.
* If your receiver can decode only PCM, select P(£M.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
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Hug in the TV
Plug the flat end of the cable into the power jack on the back of the TV. Then plug the other end of the power
cord into an appropriate wall oudet. Be sure to insert the plug completdy. Do not plug the TV into an oudet
controlled by a light switch.
Note: WtJen yogifi'rst ?114gyo14r TV into an outlet, tt_e Dou_er i_dicator on ttJe,fi'ont ?anel _Idllli£t_t and
blinL,,_r approximately 30 seconds and then £0o_d_4ri_£ the initialization of the TI_ This happens only
zz,t)entt)e TV is t4_plug_ed and pltz_ed bac]ein. The TV can only be tt4rned on fff!er tl)e ])ozz,er indicator
\
Put Batteries in the Remote
" Remove the battery compartment cover from tile back of the remote by
pushing down on the tab and lifting cover.
* Insert 2 fresh "AA" batteries. Make sure the polarities (+ and -) are aligned
correctly with tile polarities inside the remote.
* Replace the cover.
Turn on the TV
Press TV on the remote, or press the Power button on the TV's front panel.
Now: ])ress'i*zgttae TV b_tto*z tatrHs oHthe TVa*zg pt4ts tlaeremote i_to TV
mode so tlaat tlaeremote werates tlae TV'sji#nctions.
Use the Remote Control to Complete
the Assisted Setup
TV
The technical term is "Navigation" - how you move through the on-screen menus.
The method is the same throughout the menu screens: highlight your choice and
select it.
Use these buttons during the Assisted Setup
Toaccesstheinitial setup menusata later time, press
MENU,chooseSetupOptions,thenAssistedSetup.
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To use the TV's menus, first press the TV button on the remote control to put
the remote in TV mode. When the Assisted Setup screen appears, use the arrow
buttons to highlight one of the items listed in the menu. Use the up or down
arrow button to move up or down. Use the right or left arrow button to move
right or left.
To select the item that you've highlighted, press OK.
Note: Higtaligtated mea*zs tlJat tlJe menu item sta*zdsout,fi'om
other men, iwms on the list (appears darl, e*; brighte,; or a
gift',rent color).
Complete the Assisted Setup
Your TV's menu system allows you to customize your TV's features. On-screen
information helps you choose settings to match your setup. The first time you
turn on your TV, the Assisted3_'t14p screen appears automaticall> Press OK to
begin the setup.
Thefirst ChannelSearchcantake up to 20minutesif
the TVissearchingtot analogand digital channels,
andcableandantenna inputsam beingsearched.
Youmaywant to leaveandcomebacklate_
Set the Menu Language
Press the right arrow button, then press OK to select E_zg/is't2and continue to the
next step. Press the down arrow button to choose another language, then press OK to
continue.
Complete the Channel Search
Even though this initial channel search can take several minutes, you must complete it in
order for your TV to display channels and programming information. Make sure you've
connected your TV to cable and/or off air signals before you begin the channel search.
All the options are selected for you to ensure a filll channel search is completed. Press
the right arrow button. An alert screen appears to allow you to start a channel search or
customize the options.
Press OK to start a channel search or if you want to change some of the options, use the
arrow buttons to highlight those options. Press OK to check or uncheck an option. Then
highlight Start b'_'art/Jand press OK to start tl'le channel search.
When tl'le channel search is complete a message screen appears. Press OK to continue.
Notes: [fyou s/,.ip (.TmHvd .%'earrtav0m yoI¢ call access it later ttarouglJ tla¢ C/mHvd
&'t W mevu. For ._or_"detail_'d ivs*ructiovs, s_'fi'rm (.7_Wter 4 of'the 27setk Guide.
7[a cable box is covvecteg to yo_**TV} CABLE INPUT7 or the Cabl_.CARD slot is"
iv _se, dov7 chech tl_e (.>lbl_"Z*zputbox.
Choose Setup Options
Q_ich 3?artu? is a power saving feature. Select to enaMe or disable Q_ich 3?art_?. DecMe
which option is best for you. Enabling Quich .%?aw¢,oallows you to turn on the TV faster
than if disabled. Ira CableCARD is in use, Quic/_..%'tawtp is always enabled and cannot be
changed. Press OK to continue.
Several more screens appear that give you basic tips about using your TV. Read through
tile information and continue to press OK until tile screens disappear.
Note: _gTlaeHjio1¢disable. Q_ich Startup it adds approximawly 30 secovds to t/J¢ TV}
t_r. o. time.
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What To Expect
Watching TV
If you have both analog and digital cable channels these will be put into the same channel list. To tell the
difference between these channels, press the INFO button and look ill the channel banner for d_ese things: a
subchannel, the f'ormar, all A or D (analog or digital) icon and resolution the TV is receiving.
" Analog channels only display one channel number. Digital channels received d_rough tl_e digital cable
card also have one channel number. Digital channels received d_rough cable or all of}:air antenna lniglclt
have a primary channel and a subd_annel. Ill the example below, 6 is the primary channel; 1 is tl_e
subchannel.
" Analog channels are sent in a 4 x 3 format. Digital channels can be sent in a Grmat of 4 x 3, but usually
16x9.
* Analog channels are sent in a resolution up to 480i. Digital channels are sent in a resolution of 480i,
480p, 720p, 1080i, or1080p.
Channel number
Channel format and resolution
Changing Channels
Depending upon the type of signals you have connected to your HDTV, you might notice that the channels
change slower than you're used to. This is perfectly nomlal. Digital cable channels sometinles take longer to
trine.
Some channels might be found during the channel search that aren't available. Some channels are enabled by
the cable company that don't carry programming, such as video-on-demand. When channels are unavailable,
your TV's screen displays [_'a/_, or No J_ig?lakYou probably want to remove these so they no longer appear in
your channel list. Remove these in the (,Taan*zelJ;etup menu. Go to page 45 for more information.
Next Steps
Now that you've 5nished theAssist_'d,_;¢tup,you're ready to watch TV. This might be agood time to program
your remote control. The remote control that came with this TV can be programmed to operate other
devices. Go to the next chapter to find out how to program your remote. Continue to the next few pagesto
learn more about the back panel and front of your TV.
* Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control
* Chapter 3: Using the TV's Features
* Chapter 4: Using the TV's Menu System
* Chapter 5: Other Information
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Explanation of Jacks
The diagrams below illustrate jacks fOUl"_dOll the back of the TV. When cormectir_g cables, be sure to
connect corresponding outputs and inputs (video input into video output, right audio input into right audio
output, etc.).
CableCARD zra
r INPUT 1
COMPONENT/COMPOSITE
Y/VIDEO L
Inputs 1and3 canbe usedaseither component
video (YPBPR) inputs or compositevideo
(WVideo)inputs.
CableCARD Allows you to use a digital cable televisior_ card to receive digital cable
services, including premium and HDTV cable channels, without the need for a set-top
box. Go to page 10 fbr information on using the CableCARD slot.
INPUT 1 and 3 COMPONENT/COMPOSITE INPUTS Provides conrtectiort to
an (analog) video device with either composite or compor_ent outputs such as a VCR or
DVD player.
* R Audio provides right audio conrtectiort and cormector is usually red.
* L Audio provides left audio cormectiort and connector is usually white.
* YflVideo Pl, Pit Unlike a single video input, comportertt (Y Pit PR) video mairttairts
the video signal as three separate parts through these three jacks. To ensure maxinmm
picture qualit> use tl'lree video cables or comportertt video cables for the Y Pit PR
connections. Accepts 480i, 48%, 72%, and 1080i signals. If you're connecting to a
device with aVideo jack instead, you cart still use the Y/Video jack.
Note: Als< remember to connect the lq'/'tand _4ght audio cabk's because the Y, g& S)r
cables car*7 only the pictur(" signal, not the sound.
INPUT 3 COMPONENT/COMPOSITE INPUT Provides cormectiort to art
additiorml optional video device, such as a DVD player or satellite receiver. The jacks are
the same as described above for INPUT 1.
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