RCA MR27555, MR32555, MR32575 User Manual
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or
shock hazard, do not expose
this TV to rain or moisture.
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
"dangerous voltage" inside
the product that presents a
risk of electric shock or
personal injury.
_This symbol indicates
important instructions
accompanying the product.
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, match wide
blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
POWER CONSUMPTION: 120V ~ 60 Hz A.C.
125 Watts (Model MR27555)
140 Watts (Models MR32555 & MR32575)
If fixed (non-moving) images are left on the screen for long
periods, they may be permanently imprinted on the screen. Such
images include network Iogos, phone numbers, and video games.
Extended viewing of channels displaying these images should be
avoided.
Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to
Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code 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.
SETUP AND CONNECTIONS .......................................................... 3
Step 1: Unpack the TV ...................................................................... 4
Step 2: Connect Your TV .................................................................. 4
TV Only (PIP Not Available) ....................................................... 4
The Basic Connection (PIP Not Available) ................................ 5
Advanced Connections .............................................................. 6
Step 3: Plug in the TV ....................................................................... 9
Step 4: Place Batteries in Remote .................................................... 9
Step 5: Turn On the TV ..................................................................... 9
Step 6: Program the TV .................................................................... 9
INTERACTIVE SETUP .................................................................... 11
Using Point and Select Navigation ................................................ 12
Entering Setup ................................................................................ 12
Selecting a Language ..................................................................... 13
Auto Channel Search ..................................................................... 13
Setting the Time ............................................................................. 14
Setting the VCR1 Channel (auto tuning) ...................................... 15
Setting the VCR2 Channel (auto tuning) ...................................... 16
Setting the DVD Channel (auto tuning) ....................................... 17
Setting the SAT/CABLE Channel (auto tuning) ............................. 17
Labeling the Channels ................................................................... 18
USING THE REMOTE ..................................................................... 19
Remote Buttons .............................................................................. 20
Using the INPUT Button .......................................................... 21
Programming the Remote ............................................................. 22
Testing the Remote .................................................................. 22
Using the Remote to Control a Device ................................... 23
Modes of Operation ................................................................ 23
Front Panel ..................................................................................... 23
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MENUS AND FEATURES ............................................................... 25
Menus and Control Panels ............................................................. 26
Audio Menu .................................................................................... 28
Picture Quality Menu ..................................................................... 29
Screen Menu ................................................................................... 30
Using Closed Captioning ......................................................... 30
Channel Menu ................................................................................ 32
Time Menu ...................................................................................... 33
Parental Controls Menu ................................................................. 34
Channel Block .......................................................................... 34
Front Panel Block ..................................................................... 34
Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ................................................ 34
Setup Menu .................................................................................... 35
Channel Marker .............................................................................. 35
PIP(Pictureqn-Picture Operation) ................................................. 36
PIP Problems? ........................................................................... 37
REFERENCE ..................................................................................... 39
Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 39
Care and Cleaning .......................................................................... 40
iNDEX ............................................................................................. 41
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GETTING STARTED
This manual is designed to get you started quickly.
The first four sections of the manual show you how
to get your TV Setup and Connected, run the
Interactive Setup, Program the Remote, and use all of
the menus, features, and controls of your TV.
The Reference section in the back of the book
contains troubleshooting tips, as well as care and
cleaning instructions.
Well... if your TV's out of the box, let's get started.
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SETUP AND CONNECTIONS
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throughout the manual in these Tip
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tips that will help you get the most from
your TV,
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STEP 1: UNPACK TH ETV
Make sure to locate the remote control.
STEP 2: CONNECT YOUR TV
There are three types of connections outlined in this section:
TV Only: If you're only going to connect the
TV to your home antenna or cable
system.
The Basic Connection: If you're going to connect the TV to a
VCR or satellite receiver.
Advanced Connections:
If you're going to make multiple
connections, hooking up the TV to a
VCR and a satellite receiver.
Cable information and illustrations are given for each type of connection.
Once you have completed your desired connection you may skip forward
to Step 3.
TV ON LY (PI P NOT AVAI LABLE)
This is a basic connection from an antenna or cable system to your TV.
Connect the cable into the Cable/Antenna jack as shown.
Important Stand Information
CAUTION: Choose the location for your TV
carefully. Take precautions that the stand
or other furniture on which the TV is
placed is properly located (see Important
Safeguards sheet) and of adequate size
and strength to prevent the TV from
accidentally being tipped over, pushed off,
or pulled off. This could cause damage to
the TV and/or personal injury,
Before You Connect
Protect against power surges:
• Connect all components before
plugging any power cords into the wall
outlet.
• Turn off the TV and/or component
before connecting or disconnecting any
cables.
• Make sure all antennas and cables are
properly grounded. Refer to the
Important Safeguards sheet packed
with your TM
Cables
You will use the following cable to make your connection:
Coaxial Cable: These cables carry audio and video
signals to the TV from an antenna, cable, or cable
box.
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA
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CABLE/
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Once you have completed this connection you may skip to Step 3.
This Connection Will Not Allow
You to Use Your PIP
Your TV is equipped with a single tuner,
which means you must connect with a
second video source using Audio/Video
Cables to view PIR This TV Only
connection will not enable you to use
your PIP,but will get your TV up and
running quickly,
Refer to Advanced Connections for
connecting Audio/Video cables to your
VCR or other video component,
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TH E BASIC CON N ECTION (PI P NOT AVAI LAB LE)
The basic connection below (TV and VCR) is the most common
connection and is therefore used to illustrate a single component
connection with your TV. For better sound and picture quality and
multiple component connection information refer to the next section,
Advanced Connections.
Cables
You will use the following type of cable to make your connection:
Coaxial Cables: In this connection, two Coaial
Cables are used: one connects from an antenna,
cable, or cable box to the VCR, and one connects
from the VCR to the TV. These cables carry both
audio and video signals.
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA
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VIDEO AUDIO
This Connection Will Not Allow
You to Use PIP
Your TV isequipped with a single tuner,
which means you must connect with a
second video source using Audio/Video
Cables to view PIP,This Basic Connection
will not enable you to use your PIP,but
will get your TV up and running quickly.
Refer to Advanced Connections for
connecting Audio/Video cables to your
VCR or other video component.
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How to View the VCR
To watch the VCR in this connection tune TV to
Channel 3 or 4.
Later, in the Interactive Setup section you will
program the TV to automatically tune to Channel 3 or
4 when you turn on the VCR.
Once you have completed this connection you may skip to Step 3.
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ADVANCED CONNECTIONS
Advanced connections give you better sound and video by separating
the audio and video signals and enabling you to connect multiple
components.
This section describes the types of inputs available on the back of your
TV and suggests ways you can use them for optimum performance.
Once you have made your connections
you will need to program the TV to tune
to the correct Video INPUT channel in
order to see and hear audio and video
from the component. You will program
this later in the Interactive Setup.
Back of the TV
The diagram below describes each of the back panel jacks. When
connecting A/V cables, be sure to connect corresponding OUT and IN
jacks (Video to Video, Right Audio to Right Audio, etc.).
VIDEO and Audio Inputs
Connect any one of the following components:
• VCR • Internet Access Device
• Laserdisc Player • DVD Player
• Satellite Receiver
To view the component connected to VIDEO,
use the INPUT button on the remote.
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The VCR Control jack is for a
feature not available in your
market at the time of this
printing. The circuitry that
would allow this feature to
work has been disabled in your
TV.
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S-Video
This optional
connection can
be used for
better video
quality picture.
Audio Outputs
Connect to an audio receiver or
amplifier for variable controlled
or fixed level stereo output.
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Takes the signal input from a cable,
cable box, or an off-air antenna. Can also
be used for basic component connections.
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Sample Connections
The following are sample connection scenarios you may encounter when
connecting components to your TV. Note: those components which offer
an S-Video connection, such as DVD, VCR or satellite receivers, must
match their S-Video connection with their audio IN connection.
Cables
You will use the following types of cables to make your connection:
Coaxial Cables: Carries the signal from the
antenna or cable directly to the television or
through a cable box, as needed by your cable
system.
Audio/Video Cables: Carries audio and video
from a component to the TV.
S-Video Cable: Carries video from an S-Video
capable component which provides best picture
quality.
TV and Stereo VCR
Compared to the Basic Connection, using Audio/Video and
S-Video (if available) cables will enhance the sound and picture quality
from a component.
Cautions:
Position cables to Avoid Audio Hum
or Interference
• Insert all cables firmly into jacks•
• Place the audio/video cables to the
sides of the TV's back panel instead of
straight down the middle,
• Try not to coil any twin-lead cables and
keep them away from the audio/video
cables•
Protect your components from
Overheating
• Do not block ventilation holes in any of
the components. Arrange the
components so that air can circulate
freely.
• Do not stack components,
• Allow adequate ventilation when
placing your components in a stand,
• Place your amplifier on the top shelf of
the stand so heated air rising from it
will not flow around other
components,
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA
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TV
CABLE/
ANTENNA
How to View Your VCR
To watch the VCR in this connection, press TV to
put the remote control into TV mode, then press
INPUT to toggle to the video (VlD) inputs.
In the Interactive Setup section you can program
the TV to automatically tune to the VID input
channel when you turn on the VCR.
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Most Audio/Video cables are combined
into one cable with three
heads on each end.
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cables in these __ed)
sample connections. _ --
• Lee Audio (white)
Either may be used,
but you must be sure to
connect Video to Video,
Right to Right and Left to Left.
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TV, VCR and Satellite Receiver
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA
SATELLITE RECEIVER
VCR 1
SATELLITE SIGNAL
How to View Your Components
To watch the satellite receiver in this connection,
press TV to put the remote control into TV mode,
then press INPUT to scroll through the video input
channels until you tune to rID (or S-VID) input.
To watch the VCR in this connection, enter 03 to
tune to the VCR channel.
In the Interactive Setup you can program the TV to
automatically tune to the correct input channel
when you turn on your component.
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STEP 3: PLUG IN THE TV
Plug the end into the wall outlet, matching the wide blade of the plug
with the wide slot in the outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely.
STEP4: PLACE BA'R'ERIES IN REMOTE
Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the
remote.
Insert fresh batteries. Make sure that the polarities (+ and -) are
aligned correctly.
• Replace the cover.
STEP 5: TURN ON THE TV
PressTV on the remote, or press POWER on the TV itself.
Pressing the TV button not only turns on the TV, but puts the remote
into TV mode, so that the buttons on the remote will control TV
functions.
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STEP 6: PROGRAM THE TV
Proceed to the next section, Interactive Setup. The interactive setup
routine walks you through the steps needed to fully configure the TV.
The first steps ask you to select your preferred language for the menu
system and to begin the auto channel search, which puts available cable
TV or antenna signals into the TV's memory.
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THERE'S AN ON-SCREEN SETUP ROUTINE
The interactive setup routine helps you through the steps
needed to configure the TV:
• Select a menu language
• Search for available channels
• Set the time
• Set the VCR1 channel
• Set the VCR2 channel
• Set the SAT/CABLE channel
• Make the channel list and labels
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USING POINT AND SELECT NAVIGATION
You only need to know one rule when using the remote to access on-
screen menus and control panels: point and select. The point and select
method has two steps.
1. Point to a menu item using the MOVE arrows on the remote.
To point up or down, press the up or down arrows. To point left or
right, press the left or right arrows.
2. Select a menu item by pressing MENU.PROG.
Selecting an item tells the TV's menu system to go ahead and make
the change or go to a place you have indicated.
ENTERING SETUP
The first screen of the Interactive Setup appears automatically when
you turn on your TV for the first time or after a power outage.
1. Press MENU.PROG to begin setup or CLEAR to exit.
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Point and Select buttons
You can also access the Interactive Setup through the Main menu:
1. Press MENU.PROG to bring up the Main menu.
2.
Point to Setup and press MENU.PROG. The first Setup screen comes
up, asking you to confirm that you want to begin.
You can also select a menu item by
entering the item number with the
number buttons on the remote.
Press CLEAR at any time to remove all
displays from the screen and return to TV
viewing.
Many VCR user manuals refer to a
PROGRAM button. The MENU.PROG
button on this remote works as a
PROGRAM button in VCR mode for RCA,
GE and PROSCAN VCRs.
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3. Point to Begin setup now and press MENUtPROG.
SELECTING A LANGUAGE
The first part of the setup routine asks you to select your preferred
language for the menu system.
1. Point to your preferred language for the menu system.
2. Press MENUoPROG to select that language.
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
The next part of the setup routine asks you if you want the TV to search
for all channels viewable through your antenna or cable TV system, This
is sometimes called "auto programming,"
Search for channeLs
Press MENU°PROG to tell the TV to begin searching for channels.
The display gives you a progress report and tells you when it has
finished.
2. Press MENU°PROG to continue.
[
If you skip Auto Channel Search now, you
can access it later through the Channel
menu. See Menus and Features for more
details.
]
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