RCA MR29410 User Manual
Television
User’s Guide
Please read this manual before
using this product for the first time.
TOCOM 15775750
Changing entertainment. Again.
Model: MR29410
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Warning! Important
Safety Instructions
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.
This symbol indicates high voltage is present inside. It is
dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of
this product.
This symbol alerts you that important literature concerning
operation and maintenance has been included with this product.
POWER CONSUMPTION: 100-240V~50/60 Hz
120 W (for model MR29410)
Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call CATV system
installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code, that 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 prevent electric shock, insert the plug fully into the electrical outlet.
To prevent damage which may result in fire or electric shock
hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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SAFETY 1
Important Safety Information
Always be careful when using your television. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock,
and other injuries, keep these safety precautions in mind when installing, using, and
maintaining your machine.
• Read all safety and operating instructions before operating your TV.
• Keep the safety and operating instructions for future reference.
• Heed all warnings on the TV receiver and in the operating instructions.
• Follow all operating and use instructions.
• Unplug the TV receiver from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth; do not use
liquid or aerosol cleaners.
• Never add any attachments and/or equipment without approval of the manufacturer. Such
additions can increase the risk of fire, electric shock, or other personal injury.
• Do not use the TV receiver where contact with or immersion in water is a possibility, such
as near bath tubs, sinks, washing machines, swimming pools, etc.
• Do not place the TV on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table where it can fall. A falling TV can cause serious injury
to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use
only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended
by the manufacturer or sold with the TV. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions when mounting the unit, and use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. Move the TV
and cart with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces can make the unit and cart unsteady and likely to
overturn.
• Provide ventilation for the TV receiver. The unit is designed with slots in the cabinet for
ventilation to protect it from overheating. Do not block these openings with any object,
and do not place the TV receiver on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Do not place
it near a radiator or heat register. If you place the TV receiver on a rack or bookcase,
ensure that there is adequate ventilation and that you’ve followed the manufacturer’s
instructions for mounting.
• Operate your TV receiver only from the type of power source indicated on the marking
label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your
appliance dealer or local power company.
• Use only a grounded or polarized outlet.
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• Protect the power cord. Power supply cords should be routed so that they won’t be walked
on or pinched by objects placed on or against them. Pay particular attention to cords at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.
• Unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system during a
lightning storm or when left unattended and unused for long periods of time. This will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and power-line surges.
• Avoid overhead power lines. An outside antenna system should not be placed in the vicinity
of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can fall into such
power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, be extremely careful to
keep from touching the power lines or circuits. Contact with such lines can be fatal.
• Do not overload the wall outlet or extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric
shock.
• Do not insert anything through the openings in the unit, where they can touch dangerous
voltage points or damage parts. Never spill liquid of any kind on the TV.
• Ground outdoor antennas. If an outside antenna or
cable system is connected to the TV, 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, provides information about
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.
• Do not attempt to service the TV yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Unplug the unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under
the following conditions:
- when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged
- if liquid has been spilled on the unit or if objects have fallen into the unit
- if the TV has been exposed to rain or water
- if the TV does not operate normally by following the operating instructions
- if the TV has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged
- when the TV exhibits a distinct change in performance
• If you make adjustments yourself, adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Adjusting other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the TV to normal.
• When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in additional damage to the unit.
• Upon completion of any service or repairs to this TV, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the TV is in a safe operating condition.
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EXAMPLE OF
ANTENNA GROUNDING
GROUND CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNA
LEAD IN WIRE
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)
CONTENTS
CONTENTS 1
Chapter 1: Your New TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.1
List of Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1
Familiarizing Yourself with The TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1
Front Panel Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1
Side Panel Jacks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
Rear Panel Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
Chapter 2: Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1
Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1
Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1
Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.2
Separate VHF and UHF Antennas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.2
Connecting Cable TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.2
Cable without a Cable Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.2
Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles
All Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.2
Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles
Some Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.3
Connecting a VCR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.4
Connecting a Second VCR to Record from the TV. . . . . . 2.5
Connecting a Camcorder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.6
Chapter 3: Using the Remote . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1
How to Use Your Universal Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1
Remote Control Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2
Using the INPUT Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3
Programming Your Universal Remote. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.4
Testing the Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.4
Programming the Remote to Control a VCR, Laserdisc
Player, Satellite Receiver or Cable Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.4
Programming the Remote to Control an RCA
Audio Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.5
Using the Remote to Control a Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.5
Modes of Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.5
Remote Control Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.6
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CONTENTS
Chapter 4: Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.1
Turning the TV On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.1
Plug & Play Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.1
Viewing the Menus and On-Screen Displays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2
Viewing the Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2
Viewing the Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.3
Selecting a Menu Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.3
Memorizing the Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.4
Selecting the Video Signal-Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.4
Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method) . . . . . 4.5
Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) . . . . . . . 4.6
Labeling the Channels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.7
Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.8
Customizing the Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.9
Using Automatic Picture Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.10
Customizing the Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.11
Using Automatic Sound Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.12
Viewing the Signal from a VCR or Camcorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.13
Chapter 5: Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1
Fine Tuning Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1
Digital Noise Reduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.2
Changing the Screen Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.3
Setting the On/Off Timer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.4
Setting the Sleep Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.6
Sound Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.7
Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) Soundtrack . . . 5.7
Additional sound settings
(Turbo Sound, Surround, or Auto Volume) . . . . . . . . . . 5.8
Viewing Closed Captions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.9
Chapter 6: Other Information . . . . . . . . . . . 6.1
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.1
Cleaning and Maintaining Your TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.2
Using Your TV in Another Country . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.2
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.2
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CHAPTER ONE: YOUR NEW TV 1.1
List of Features
Your TV was designed with the latest technology. This TV is a high-performance unit that
includes the following special features:
• Easy-to-use remote control
• Easy-to-use on-screen menu system
• Automatic timer to turn the TV on and off
• Adjustable picture and sound settings that can be stored in the TV’s memory
• Automatic channel tuning for up to 181 channels
• A special filter to reduce or eliminate reception problems
• Fine tuning control for the sharpest picture possible
• Built-in, dual channel speakers
• A special sleep timer
• Headphone jack for private listening
• 16:9 letter-box format available (depending on signal source)
NOTE: Illustrations are for representation only. Your product and on-screen displays might differ.
Chapter 1
YOUR N EW TV
Familiarizing Yourself with the TV
Front Panel Buttons
The buttons on the front panel control your TV’s basic features, including the on-screen menu.
To use the more advanced features, you must use the remote control.
MENU
Press to bring up the main menu.
VOL + and –
Press to increase or decrease the volume. Also used
to select items in the TV’s menu system.
CH ▼ and ▲
Press to change channels. Also press to move up or
down in the TV’s menu system.
Remote Control Sensor
Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV.
POWER & TIMER indicator
This indicator blinks ten times when you turn on the
TV. It also illuminates when the TIMER mode is set to
the “On” position after setting the clock and either the
On timer or Off timer. Even if the power is turned off,
this indicator stays lit. (Clock must be set before using
this function.)
POWER
Press to turn the TV on and off.
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Side Panel Jacks
Use the side panel jacks to connect an A/V component that is used only occasionally,
such as a camcorder or video game console. (For information on connecting
equipment, see pages 2.1 – 2.5.)
HEADPHONE JACK
Connect a set of external headphones to this jack for private
listening.
VIDEO INPUT
Used to connect a video signal from a camcorder or a video
game.
AUDIO INPUTS
Used to connect the audio signals from a camcorder or a
video game.
1.2 CHAPTER ONE: YOUR NEW TV
YOUR N EW TV
Rear Panel Jacks
Use the rear panel jacks to connect an A/V component that will be connected
continuously, such as a VCR or DVD player. Because there are two sets of input jacks,
you can connect two different A/V components (i.e., a VCR and a DVD player, 2
VCRs, etc.).
For more information on connecting equipment, see pages 2.1 – 2.5.
VIDEO INPUTS 1 and 2
Used to connect a video signal from an external
component (for example, VCRs, DVD players,
etc.).
AUDIO INPUTS 1 and 2
Used to connect audio signals from an external
component (for example, VCRs, DVD players,
etc.).
MONITOR OUT
Passes the signal being viewed on the television
to another component (for example, to a
recording VCR.)
VHF/UHF
Connect to an antenna or cable TV system.
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CHAPTER TWO: INSTALLATION 2.1
Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas
If your antenna has a set of leads that
look like this, see “Antennas with
300-ohm Flat Twin Leads,” below.
If your antenna has one lead that looks
like this, see “Antennas with 75-ohm
Round Leads,” on page 2.2.
If you have two antennas, see “Separate
VHF and UHF Antennas,” on page 2.2.
NOTE: Illustrations are for representation only. Your product and on-screen displays might differ.
Chapter 2
INSTALLATION
Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads
If you are using an off-air antenna (such as a roof antenna or “rabbit ears”) that has
300-ohm twin flat leads, follow the directions below.
1
Place the wires from the
twin leads under the
screws on the 300-75
ohm adaptor (not supplied). Use a screwdriver to tighten the screws.
2
Plug the adaptor into the
VHF/UHF terminal on the
bottom of the back
panel.
2
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