RCA NCJ11 User Manual

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First-Time Operation

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Safety Prec^nâml

WARNING: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not

expose this TV to rain or moisture.

If you suspect that liquid has entered the TV, unplug it immediately and have it inspected by an Authorized TV Servicenter. Turning it off is not enough-your TV has power applied to some circuits even when the TV is turned off.

WARNING

The lightning flash and arrowhead wtthln the triangle la a warning sign alerting you of “dangerous voltage" Inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock.

CAUTION: Maintain electrical safety. Powerline-operated

equipment or accessories connected to this unit should bear the UL listing mark or CSA certification mark on the accessory itself and should not have been modified so as to defeat the safety features. This will help avoid any potential hazard from electric shock or fire. If in doubt, contact qualified service personnel.

RISK Ub bLbU I HIO SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION; TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUAUFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

The exclamation point wtthln the triangle Is a warning sign alerting you of Important Instructions accompanyli>g the product.

Note to 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.

• Your TV operates on 120 volts, 60 Hz AC power (normal house power) and has a polarized AC plug. Because one blade of the plug is wider than the other, the plug fits into the wall socket only one way. Do not defeat the safety feature of this plug. If you need an extension cord, make sure it is polarized.

CAUTION; To prevent electric shock, do not use the polarized plug on this TV with an extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless both blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.

Match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.

MISE EN GARDE: Pour prévenir les chocs électriques, ne pas utiliser la fiche polarisée de cet appareil avec une rallonge, une prise de courant

ou une autre sortie, à moins que les lames ne puissent être insérées à fond sans qu'aucune partie ne soit laissée à découvert. Introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser

jusqu au fond.

Ail operating controls and their functions are identified and explained in this manual. For warranty service or routine maintenance, contact the nearest Authorized TV Servicenter. All servicing and adjustments to electrical components should be done by a qualified service technician.

Product Registration

Mail Your Registration Card Today

• A Product Registration Card is packed with your set. Please

fill out the card and return it immediately.

• Your prompt submission of this card confirms your right to the protection available under the terms and conditions of the

warranty and also allows us to contact you should it ever become necessary.

• With your card on file, we can also help you in the event of

loss or theft by verifying your ownership.

• If you did not receive a Product Registration Card, please

contact your dealer.

Attach Your Sales Receipt Here and File at Home for Future Reference

• To obtain warranty parts and service, you must show your sales receipt (or evidence of purchase) to your Authorized TV Servicenter.

• Tape or staple your sales receipt to this manual so you will have it handy should service ever be needed. File it at home for future reference. Do not mail your sales receipt to us.

Record Vital Information Here

• No other set has the same serial number as yours. You will find the serial number and the model number on the back of your set.

• Make sure you record both numbers below so that you will have them in case your set is stolen or if you need a complete description for identification.

Model: Serial: Purchase Date: Dealer Name/Address/Phone:.

Ltroductióll

Thank you for choosing RCA

Congratulations on your purchase of an RCA TV. You have selected a high-quality, precision-engineered instrument designed to give you years of enjoyment.

Despite its sophistication, your new TV is amazingly simple to operate because it has so many automatic features. To simplify operation even more, the TV provides on-screen prompts that guide you thru each step of the special functions. The remote control allows adjustment of major operating controls and special features from the comfort of your favorite easy chair.

Not only is your new set a state-ofthe-art television receiver that combines sophistication with ease of operation, it also has monitor capability thus providing you flexibility whenever you choose to add additional components.

About This Manual

To take full advantage of all the features and benefits of this unique TV, be sure to read this owner’s manual carefully and then keep it in a safe place for future reference.

you plan to display video games or i

^computer screens on your TV. If a fixed

(non-moving) pattern is left on the : ,; screen for several hours, the image can '

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screen. For this reason, we do not . recommend connecting video games^" , computers, or similar devices to your TV. Keeping the TVs BJUGHTNESS and CONTRAST functions at low , ; settings will help delay the imprinting but it is often too easy for someone in _

ybuf family to leave the'pattem displayed too long and imprint the ., screen. These types of imprints are not ’’ covered by your warranty because they are the result of misuse. , ,. , ^ ^

Table of Contents

Safety Precautions.........................................................................Inside Front Cover

Product Registration

First-Time Operation......................................................................................................2-5

Operating Instructions

Front Panel Controls...................................................................................................... 6

TV On-Screen Status Displays......................................................................................7

Remote Control

• Installing Batteries.......................................................................................................8

• Basic Operation Theory..............................................................................................9

• TV Functions........................................................................................................10-11

Freeze and Zoom..........................................................................................................12

Channel Guide..............................................................................................................13

VIDEO Menu- General Instructions...........................................................................14

• Color Convergence Adjustments.............................................................................15

AUDIO Menu- General Instructions...........................................................................16

• Sound Retrieval System-SRS( •).............................................................................17

SETUP Menu- General Instructions...........................................................................18

• Setting Closed Captioning........................................................................................19

• Setting the Sleep Timer............................................................................................20

• Setting the Alarm......................................................................................................21

• Labeling Channels.....................................................................................................22

• Parental Control.........................................................................................................23

• Channel Memory (Autoprogramming Channels)

• Channel Memory (Erasing/Adding Channels).......................................................24

• Changing Antenna Input.....,.,..................................................................................25

• Setting up VCR Channels

• Setting up Cable Box Channel.................................................................................27

Picture-in-Picture (PIP)

Detailed Connections

Tips to Read Before Connecting Components..........................................................30

Monitor Panel...............................................................................................................31

Antenna and Cable Connections

• Home Antenna Connections

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• Cable-TV Connections........................................................................................33-34

• Programming Remote to Control Cable Box.........................................................35

• Cable-TV Operation Component Connections

• Standard VCR......................................................................................................37-38

• S-VHS (Super VHS) VCR................................................................................... 38

• Remote Buttons That Control RCA VCRs.............................................................39

• Controlling Other Brands of VCRs.........................................................................40

• Camcorder............................................................................................................... 41

• Computers and Other Equipment............................................................................42

• Audio Amplifier........................................................................................................43

• Programming Remote to Control Audio Equipment.............................................44

• Speaker Connections................................................................................................ 45

Reference Section

Optional Accessories and Order Form.................................................................46-48

Trouble Checks.......................................................................................................49-51

Cleaning and Care........................................................................................................51

Index (Alphabetical Subject Reference)..............................................................52-53

Limited Warranty........................................................................................Back Cover

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Inside Front Cover

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The steps below will help you get your TV connected and working quickly. The page numbers on which you can find detailed instructions for each of these steps are also listed for your convenience.

1. Unpack TV and accessories.

Shown here are the accessories that came packed with your TV.

Four AAA Batteries for

Remote

Power Cord

Four Wing Nuts

2. Install batteries in remote control.

Details are on page 8.

3. Extend back cover.

Your projection TV has been specially designed with a collapsible back cover. This design makes it easier for you to move the TV through doorways because the collapsed back makes the TV narrower. After the TV is positioned in your home, you can easily extend the back cover to its normal operating position by following the instructions below.

AJignment,

Hole for

Locating Pin

Note: A flat, wooden shelf is included with certain models. Placing this shelf on top of the TV (right behind the front narrow ledge) creates a level surface upon which you can position a VCR or other component if desired.

Back Collapsed

. Alignment

Hole for Locating Pin

1. Remove the four wing nuts from the literature bag.

2. Remove the two screws (labeled A) from the shipping brackets. You will use these screws later in step 6.

3. Grasp the shipping brackets and gently pull the back cover up and out until the locating pins enter the alignment holes. Keep the back cover tight against the cabinet by holding the shipping bracket on the right side. Then attach wing nut to built-in hole screw in hole #1. Hand tighten.

4. Hold left shipping bracket and attach wing nut to built-in screw in hole #2. Hand tighten.

5. Attach remaining wing nuts to screws in holes #3 and #4 to ensure stability and best picture quality.

6. Remove the shipping brackets from the back cover and attach them to the wooden rail with the two screws (A) from step 2. Reinsert the other two screws from the shipping brackets into the back of the TV as shown, so they will be

available in case you need to move your TV and want to collapse the back again.

Back Extended

Reinsert other two screws here

Wooden Rail

4. Position TV in room.

A major benefit of a Projection Color Television is its large viewing screen. To receive full benefit of the expanded screen size, placement of the TV in the viewing room is important. The illustrations suggest the “best viewing areas”

relating to the TV’s screen.

You will see the best picture if you sit directly in front of the TV about 10-18 feet from the screen. Picture brightness will decrease if you sit to the extreme left or right of the TV.

Your Projection TV is designed to provide a watchable picture when viewed within the full 160° horizontal viewing area.

During daylight hours, you may also see some reflection on the screen from exterior light sources. If so, you may wish to use drapes or screens to reduce reflection or consider a different placement of the TV.

CAUTION: Inadequate or poor ventilation may cause overheating, damage, or the risk of fire hazard.

This projection TV is equipped with ventilation openings in the cabinet back and bottom to allow heat generated during operation to be released. Inadequate air flow to these openings may result in failures due to overheating, damage to your TV, and the risk of fire hazard.

When locating and installing your projection television receiver, read and carefully follow the instructions contained in the “Installation” section in the enclosed safety pamphlet.

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6, Coanect antenna or cable-TV system.

Most antenna or cable-TV systems can be connected as show here.

Incoming Cable from Antenna or Cable-TV Syatem

' Details for connecting a home antenna to your TV are on

page 32. Details for connecting a cable-TV system to your TV are on pages 33-34.

' Details for connecting a VCR to your TV are on

pages 37-38.

6. Attach power cord.

First attach the flat end of the power cord completely into the connector on the back of your TV, and then plug the other end into a wall outlet.

7. Thm on TV, adjust the volume, and select a channel.

* Press the TV button on the

remote to turn on the TV. When using the remote, remember to point it at the front of the TV.

• Press the VOLUME up or

down button to adjust the volume to a desired level.

• Press the CHANNEL up or

down button to select the next channel in memory. You can also press two number buttons to select a channel. To select a 3-digit cable channel (up to channel 128), press and hold number button 1 until 1- appears on the screen. Then press the other two numbers. Channels 2-13 were programmed into the channel memory for you at the factory, so pressing

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CHANNEL up or down stops at these channels only. When

you start the AutoProgramming feature (described in step 9), your set will automatically scan through all channels and place only the active channels for your area into its channel memory.

• Details about using the remote are on page 9-13.

8. Converge Colors if Necessary.

If you notice colored rings or halos around objects in the picture, you may need to converge the colors. Over a period of time, the picture tubes can drift out of alignment due to normal bumps and vibrations or moving the TV. Details for converging the colors are on page 15.

9. AutoProgram the TV’s

channel memory. + Bunon

To start the TV autoprogramming

itself, press the MENU button repeatedly to select SETUP MENU

and then press + to display the setup functions. Repeatedly

press MENU again to select AUTOPROGRAM function,

and then press -i-. Details are on page 24.

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You can also add and erase channels from memory as desired.

Press MENU repeatedly to select the SETUP MENU, then

press + to display the setup functions.

Press MENU repeatedly to select (highlight) the CHAN MEM

function. Select the desired channel number by pressing the

IParental Ctrl: Off

Chan Ctii: Normal

Autoprogram

CHANNEL up or down button or by pressing the two

corresponding number buttons.

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Chan Mem: Stored

Then press + to add a channel, or press - to erase a channel. Details are on page 24.

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Chan Mem: Erased

10. Set the clock.

1. Repeatedly press the MENU button to select the SETUP

MENU and then press +. Press MENU repeatedly again

to select the CLOCK SET display.

3. To see the setup menu, repeatedly press MENU to select

SETUP MENU and then press +. Repeatedly press MENU to select desired function and then press + or - to

adjust it. Details begin on page 18.

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2. Press and hold the - button to select the correct hour (including AM or PM). Press and hold the + button to select the correct minute. The correct time will now

appear on the screen whenever you change channels or

press the TV oi DISPLAY button.

Cabie/AIr Cable' VCR1 Chan; Off VCR2 Chan: Off Cable Chan; Off

Clock Set: -Hr +Min

Note: If power is interrupted for an extended time, you will

need to re.set the clock.

11. Review menus.

1. To see the video menu, repeatedly

press MENU button to select

VIDEO MENU and then press +.

Repeatedly press MENU to select

desired function and then press + or - to adjust it. Details are on page 14.

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Antenna; A Cable/AIr Cable

VCR 1 Chan: Off VCR 2 Chan: Off

Cable Chan; Off Clock Set —Hr +Min

12. Review other features.

Later, after you feel comfortable with your TV and remote control, you can review the detailed control descriptions and special features covered in this manual.

You can use the rest of this manual as a reference guide to review detailed information about each operating control and function. The alphabetical index in the back will help you quickly locate desired information.

?Sleep Timer; 0:00

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video Menu

Audio Menu Setup Menu

2. To see the audio menu repeatedly press MENU to select

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Details begin on page 16.

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Shown here are two front panel controls. The controls on your TV will resemble one of the pictures shown here. You can use either the

front panel controls or the remote control to

operate the TV. When using the remote control, point it toward the screen.

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1) POWER Button

• Press once to turn on TV.

• Press again to turn off TV.

• The indicator inside the POWER button will light

whenever the TV is turned on.

(T) VOL (Volume) Buttons

• Press VOL up to increase volume, or press VOL down to

decrease volume.

• The volume display will automatically appear on the

screen when you press the VOL buttons.

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® MENU Button

• Press repeatedly until the menu you want to display is

selected, then press + or -. Next press MENU repeatedly to

select the function you want to adjust and then press + or to adjust the setting.

• Details about using each function begin on page 14.

- and + Buttons

Use these buttons after you have pressed the MENU button

to enter or adjust functions.

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POWER

CH (Channel) Buttons

• Press CH up to see the next higher channel in memory.

• Press CH down to see the next lower channel in memory.

• You can add or erase channels in memory as desired. Details are on page 24.

(T) Time Display

This display appears (after the clock is set) whenever you

change channels or press the remote’s TV or DISPLAY

button.

Sleep Timer (SL££P)

This display appears when the SLEEP TIMER function has

been activated. Details are on page 20.

Channel Label

This display appears when you label a channel. Details are on page 22.

Channel

This display shows the TV's channel number whenever you

change channels or press the remote’s TV or DISPLAY

button.

This display appears to let you know the channel you have tuned is locked-out and not viewable because the

PARENTAL CONTROL function is activated. Details

are on page 23.

@ MUTE

This display appears when the TV’s sound is muted. It is not displayed when closed captioning is turned on. Details are on page 10.

Commercial Skip

This display is a count-down timer that appears whenever the commercial skip function is activated. Details are on page 11.

©) Captioning

This display appears if closed CAPTIONING is turned on

and the TV program uses closed captioning. Details are on page 19.

When the channel numbers are blue, you are watching the

signals from the ANT A antenna input. If you change the

ANTENNA: A/B function to B, the color of the channel

numbers will change to yellow to let you know you are

watching the signals from the ANT B input. The word STEREO appears next to the channel number if

the STEREO/SAP function is set to STEREO and the channel

you’ve tuned is broadcasting stereo. An asterisk will appear

behind the word stereo (STEREO*) if that stereo channel is

also broadcasting SAP (Second Audio Program). Details about stereo and SAP are on page 16.

Channels 90, 91, and 92 are used to see the signals coming

from other devices like VCR’s or camcorders that are

connected to the INPUT jacks on the back of the TV.

• When you select channel 91, the words INPUT 1 appear to

let you know you are now watching whatever signal is

coming in through the TV’s INPUT 1 jacks.

• When you select channel 92, the words INPUT 2 appear to

let you know you are now watching whatever signal is

coming in through the TV’s INPUT2 jacks.

• When you select channel 90, the word S-VIDEO appears to

let you know you are now watching whatever signal is

coming in through the TV’s S-VIDEO connector.

Before attempting to operate your remote control, install the batteries as shown here.

The remote control produces an

invisible (infrared) beam that travels

in a straight line much as the beam of a flashlight. For this reason, when operating the remote control,

you must point it directly at the front

of the TV without objects between

that can block the infrared light

beam.

Your remote control is designed to

be very rugged and will withstand a

considerable drop. If it receives an

extreme blow, the case is designed

to slightly separate at the seam

rather than fracture. If this happens,

simply squeeze the case where it

separated until it snaps back

together. The operation of the

remote will probably not be affected.

—Installing/Replacing Batteries

1. Turn the remote control face

down.

2. Press down on the ridged area of

the battery cover and slide it off.

3. Install four “AAA” batteries in the

battery compartment as shown. Make sure you insert the negative (-) end of each battery first.

4. Replace the cover and turn remote

over-face up.

Notes:

• Never place anything heavy on top of the remote control or lay it upsidedown. This may accidentally depress the buttons for a long time and discharge the batteries.

• Replace the batteries when the TV fails^ to respond to the remote control.

• If you programmed your remote to control other components, you may have to reprogram the code numbers when you change the batteries. Try not to press any buttons white changing batteries.

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Basic Operation Theory

Step 1

First press one of these five component buttons to tell remote which component you want to control. You can program each of these buttons to control your brand of equipment.*

Step 2

Then press ON/OFF button to turn on that component.

Note: The TV and some other components will automatically turn on when you press the component button in step 1. Press this button to turn the component off.

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Buttons

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Step 3

These function buttons can now be used to control the basic functions of the component you selected in step 1. To control a different component, first press its component button (VCRl, VCR2, CABLE, AUDIO, or TV), and then press the desired function button.

Note: Not all components have functions that can be controlled by these buttons, but you can experiment with your particular models to discover exactly which buttons will control it.

* The 7Y button automatically controls your TV - no additional

programming is required. Details for programming I he VCR I and

VCR2 buttons to control other brands of VCR’s are on page 40.

Details for programming the AUDIO button to control audio equipment are on page 44. Details for programming the CABLE

button to control cable boxes are on page 35.

Function

Buttons

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Only the buttons that are used to control the TV are described here. The rest of the buttons are used to operate VCRs (pages 39-40), cable-TV boxes

• Turns on TV and puts remote in “TV Mode” so that the other remote buttons will control the TV.

• Displays time (if clock has been set) and channel number on the TV screen.

Important Note: Some buttons on the remote control will not

control the TV unless the remote is in the “TV Mode”. If another component button (such as the “VCR Mode” and will control a compatible VCR. To get back into the “TV Mode”, simply press the button labeled TV. The remote will go back into the “TV Mode” and will control the TV again.

VCR2) is pressed, the remote will go into

• Press CHANNEL up to select the next higher channel in channel

memory.

• Press CHANNEL down to select the next lower channel in channel

memory.

• You can add or erase channels in memory as desired. Details are on page 24.

® VOLUME Buttons

• Press VOLUME up to increase volume.

• Press VOLUME down to decrease volume.

• Press MUTE to quickly reduce sound to minimum level without

affecting the picture. This is especially useful during telephone calls or other interruptions.

• When the sound is muted, the word MUTE will be displayed on

the screen.

• To restore sound, press MUTE again or press VOLUME up.

©) PC (Previous Channel) Button

• Pressing the PC button causes the TV' to change back to the last

tuned channel. This is useful should you want to monitor two channels.

• To operate, select the first channel you wish to watch. Then select the other channel by pressing two number buttons (for example,

press 0 then 6 for channel 6). The TV will now change back and forth between the two channels each time you press the PC button.

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DISPLAY mUon

• Displays time (if clock has been set) and channel number on the TV screen.

• Quickly removes menus and displays from the screen.

@ CLEAR Button

• Pressing CLEAR clears the screen of all on-screen display

messages except MUTE and PARENTAL CONTROL.

(J) SR S{ 9) * Button

• Press repeatedly to change settings of SRS (•) function (Sound

Retrieval System).

• Details are on page 17.

• SRS and (•) are registered trademarks of Hughes Aircraft Company, a division of GM Hughes Electronics.

Arrow Buttons

• When picture-in-picture feature is activated, pressing these buttons moves the little picture around the screen. Details are on page 29.

• When zoom feature is activated, pressing these buttons lets you move the picture around the screen (pan). Details are on page 12.

FRZ (Freeze) Button

• Press once to freeze the picture.

• Press again to release freeze.

• Details are on page 12.

MENU Button and -/+ Buttons

• Press MENU rep>eatedly until the menu you want to display is selected, then press + or -. Next press MENU repeatedly to select the function you want to adjust and then press + or - to adjust the setting. Details about using each function begin on page 14.

INPUT Button

• Lets you quickly view signals from the INPUT jacks. Pressing this button switches the TV from its current channel directly to channel 90, then channel 91, then channel 92.

• Channel 90 lets you see the signals coming from a device that is connected to the S-VIDEO connector. Channel 91 accesses the

INPUT 1 jacks and channel 92 accesses the INPUT2 jacks.

CS (Commercial Skip) Button

• Use this button when you want to scan other channels during a program break.

• When a break occurs, press CS once before changing channels.

The TV will count down 30 seconds on the screen and then

automatically switch channels back to the original channel.

• Press CS twice if you want the TV to count down 60 seconds. Each additional press will add another 30 seconds to the countdown time (up to Eve minutes) and then each additional press will add another 60 seconds to the countdown time (up to 60 minutes).

• To cancel, press CLEAR. The countdown clock will disappear from the screen, and the TV will stay tuned to the present

channel.

CHAN GUIDE Yiuiton

• Activates the channel guide feature so you can see multiple channels at the same time.

• Details are on page 13.

ZOOM and OUT Buttons

• Press ZOOM to zoom in on picture.

• Press OUT to zoom out to normal size.

• Details are on page 12.

Picture-in-Picture Buttons

• Press PIP to activate the picture-in-picture feature.

• Press OFF to deactivate the picture-in-picture feature.

• Press SWAP to switch the small picture with the large picture.

• Details are on pages 28-29.

ANT (Antenna) Button

• Because your TV has two different antenna inputs on the back

(labeled ANT A and ANT B) you can connect more than one antenna or signal source. Press the AVTbutton to switch from one input to the other.

• The color of the channel numbers on the screen indicates which antenna input you are watching. The channel numbers are blue

for ANT A and yellow for ANT B. If the channel numbers are

blue, you are watching whatever is connected to the ANT A input on the back of your TV. If the channel numbers are yellow, you are watching whatever is connected to the ANT B input on the back of the TV. Details are on page 25.

Number Buttons (0-9)

• These buttons let you directly access any channel number-even if the channel is not in the channel memory.

• To select a channel, press two number buttons (first one, then

the other). For example, press 0 then 6 for channel 6. Press 1 then 3 for channel 13.

• To select a 3-digit cable channel (like 127), press and hold

number button 1 until 1-- appears on the screen. Then press the other two numbers.

Note: Your TV will tune up to channel 128. Check with your

cable company to determine which channels are available in your area.

® OFF/OV Button

• Press OFFION to turn off TV.

Any time you’re watching a TV program (or a VCR tape through your TV), you’ll

be able to use the special features

described below.

Note: The remote must be in the “TV Mode”

before the FRZ and ZOOM buttons will

function. To put the remote in the “TV Mode”,

press the TV button.

Feature

(Buttons Used)

Freeze frz

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Zoom ZOOM OUT

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it work:

Press FRZ once to freeze the TV picture. Press FRZ again.

Press and hold ZOOM until desired zoom amount is To quickly return the picture to

reached.

its normal size, press and hold

How to

stop it:

OUT until the picture returns to

Press and hold OUT to reduce the zoom amount and return

to normal size.

After you have zoomed in, you can press the arrow buttons to move around the screen (pan).

Note: Sometimes you may want to freeze the picture first and then

zoom in, or you can zoom in and then freeze the picture.

normal size.

The channel guide feature lets you display several channels at the same time so you can quickly review what programs are available.

Note: Channels 2-13 were programmed

into the channel memory at the factory.

These are the channels that will appear

during channel guide unless you autoprogram the channel memory or add and erase channels as described on page 24.

Starting Channel Guide

------------------

(with remote only)

To start channel guide, press the

CHAN GUIDE huiion.

Note: The remote control must be in the

“TV Mode”. Pressing the TV button puts it

in the “TV Mode”.

• The screen will display all the channels that are programmed into channel memory, 12 at a time.

• Each little screen will display a stop-

action picture that will be

continuously updated.

• While the 12 channels are on the

screen, you can use the ZOOM button

to enlarge the picture and then use the arrow buttons to move around the screen. To return to normal size, press

OUT.

Note: When using the ZOOM feature,

you will see a mosaic pattern as the picture is made larger.

' To select one of the channels being

displayed in the channel guide, press the two corresponding number buttons for that channel.

-Stopping Channel Guide

• To select one of the channels being displayed in the channel guide, press the two corresponding number buttons for that channel. That will

stop channel guide and take you directly to the channel you selected.

----------------

' Another way to stop channel guide

is to press CHAN GUIDE. The little

screens will disappear, and the TV will return to the original channel

you were watching.

1. Repeatedly press MENU to select VIDEO MENU and

then press + or - to display the video menu.

Video Menu

; Audio Menu I Setup Menu

2. Repeatedly

press

MENU to

select function, then press + or - to adjust it.

iUnt -

.................I.............

IContrast >

fright

,èhaip -

rWcture Reset

................

..........

.....................I......

........I

,1.....4

..........

The COLOR function adjusts the amount of color in the picture.

Press + to increase color or press - to decrease color.

The TINT function adjusts the color of flesh tones. Press + to add

more red tint, or press - to add more green tint.

^ A ^ The CONTRAST function adjusts the overall brightness and contrast

of the picture. Press + to increase contrast, or press - to decrease contrast.

The BRIGHTNESS function adjusts the brightness of the dark

portions of the picture. Press + to increase brightness, or press - to

I decrease brightness.

The SHARPNESS function adjusts picture sharpness. Press + to

I increase sharpness, or press - to decrease sharpness.

The PICTURE RESET function lets you quickly change all the

video functions (shown above) back to the factory settings. Press either + or - to reset the video functions.

The CONVERGENCE function allows you to precisely align the

beams of the three projection picture tubes (red, green, blue) for optimum picture detail. Press the + button to display the pattern and

VOLUME up or down to align the colors. See next page for details.

The video menu will automatically disappear from the screen if you do not press + or - within a few seconds.

Via remote control, your TV will “remember” which function you displayed last-even after the menu has disappeared from the screen. So, if you want to adjust the same function again, simply press the + or - button on the remote control. The last

function you adjusted will reappear on the TV screen.

PAtmÒN: 'ake extreme cieultion if you plan to display ^ideo games or computer screens on your TV. If a fixed •

t‘Xnon-moving) pattern is left on the screen for sevcnl

?hours, the image can be permanently imprinted onto the

’’ screen. For this reason, we do not recommend connecting

^Idco games, computers, or similar devices to your TV,

^jKeeping the TV’s BFUGHTNESS and CONTRAST

r^jfiinctions at low settings will help delay the imprinting but

^ is often too easy for someone in your family to leave the

V pattern displayed too long and imprint the screen. These

‘stvnes of imprints are not covered by your warranty because

y are the result of misuse. • ■

Adjusting for a Color Picture that Pleases You

1. Decrease color to minimum. This will leave a black-and-white image on the screen.

2. Adjust contrast until the picture pleases you.

3. Adjust brightness until the black parts of the picture appear black. You may need to wait until the picture shows something you’re sure is black to make this adjustment. Be careful not to lose the details in darkly shaded areas.

4. Increase color until you reach a pleasing level of intensity.

5. Adjust tint until flesh tones or other color objects appear natural.

6. Adjust sharpness for a pleasing level of picture sharpness. (For weak signals, the picture may be more pleasing with sharpness decreased.)

Custom Picture Memory for Input Channels

The channel numbers you select to see signals from components (like a VCR) that are connected to the /YPC/T jacks on the back of the TV are called input channels. Selecting channel 90 lets you see the signal coming from whatever component is attached to the

S-VIDEO connector, channel 91 lets you see the signal from the INPUT 1 jacks, and channel 92 lets you see the signal from the INPUT 2 jacks. Your TV is equipped with a custom picture

memory for these input channels. When the TV is tuned to one of these channels (90, 91,92), you can change the picture settings for that component’s signal as desired without changing the settings of any other channel. This is very useful because you’ll be able to adjust for the best picture from each of your components and the TV will remember those settings automatically the next time you

tune that input channel.

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Your projection TV has three color projection tubes-one for red, one for green, and one for blue. When mixed together in the proper proportion, the output of these three color tubes can produce many colors. To produce

these colors, however, the beams

must be precisely aligned over each other so that the colors can be mixed. The process of aligning these picture beams is called setting the “convergence”.

Over a period of time, the picture

tubes can drift out of alignment due

to normal bumps and vibrations or

moving the TV. If you move your TV or if, after a time, you notice

colored rings or halos around objects

in the picture, you may want to converge (align) the colors.

To simplify convergence, an on screen menu is provided that allows you to display a test pattern of four lines on the screen. Properly converged, the lines appear white-which is actually a combination of the outputs of the three color tubes. The position of the green lines is stationary. The positions of the red and blue lines are adjustable. When properly adjusted, the red and blue lines should lie directly over the green lines to produce single white lines.

Converging (Aligning) the Colors

-(with remote only)--------------------------------

1. Turn on the TV and select a channel that is active in your area. Allow the

TV to operate at least ten minutes

before converging.

2. Repeatedly press the VIDEO button until the CONVERGENCE function is

selected.

Contrast ...............1

Bright ................1.....

Bharp

......................I......

Picture Reset

3. Then press the + button to display the pattern.

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.......

♦ +

fsi

USE VOL

TV TO EXIT

4. When properly converged, all three colors in the pattern (red, blue, and green) should align to form white lines. If you see any red or blue lines in the pattern, you can move them to align with the green lines by pressing

the VOLUME up or down button.

5. Press the + button to select the arrow color and direction, then press the

VOLUME up or down button to

move the lines.

Press + to select arrow color and direction.

Pressing

VOLUME up

or down when these blue arrows appear, moves the blue lines left or right.

Pressing

VOLUME up

or down when these blue arrows

appear,

moves the blue lines up or down.

Pressing

VOLUME up

or down when these

red arrows

appear,

moves the

red lines left

or right.

Pressing

VOLUME up

or down

when these

red arrows

appear,

moves the

red lines up

or down.

USE VOL

TV TO EXIT

USE VOL

TV TO EXIT

Note: You can also press the - button to

return to a previous screen. Pressing displays the arrows in reverse order than shown above.

6. When finished, press the TV button to remove the pattern from the screen.

Mo MENU -itì^i^llnsthictìoìis

1. Repeatedly press MENU to select AUDIO MENU

and then press + or - to display the audio menu.

Mute

Video

Setup Menu

2. Repeatedly

press

MENU to

select function, then press + or - to adjust it.

tBalance -. Stereo/SAP; SRS; Off

SRS Width: Off

s: On

The TREBLE function adjusts the high frequency audio. Press + to

increase treble or press - to decrease treble.

The BASS function adjusts the iow frequency audio. Press + to increase

bass, or press - to decrease bass.

The BALANCE function adjusts the left/right balance of sound from the

speakers. When adjusting the BALANCE function, sit in your normai

viewing seat while pressing the + and - buttons until the sound seems to

originate from a point halfway between the speakers. Press + to increase

sound from the right speaker, or press press - to increase sound from the

left speaker.

The STEREOfSAP function lets you choose either MONO (monaural),,

STEREO, or SAP audio (if available) by pressing + or -. When a station is

broadcasting stereo and the STEREOISAP function is set to STEREO, the stereo indicator (STEREO) will appear on the screen before the channel

number. Normally you can leave the STEREOISAP function set to

STEREO and your TV will then automatically reproduce either monaural or

stereo audio-whichever is broadcast. Some TV stations that broadcast stereo also broadcast another sound channel called SAP (Second Audio Program) which is sometimes used to offer the program in another language. Your TV lets you know when SAP audio is available by displaying an asterisk (♦) on the screen after the stereo indicator like this

(STEREO *). If you want to listen to the SAP channel when the asterisk

appears, change the STEREOISAP function to its SAP setting. The SAP

setting will only appear in the function when SAP is available. Your TV will then reproduce the SAP audio until you change channels or return the

STEREOISAP function back to STEREO.

Note: Some TV stations transmit a “pilot” signal that makes your TV think it’s receiving stereo, even though the broadcast signal is monaural.

The pilot signal will make the stereo indicator (STEREO) appear on the

screen next to the channel number, however, you will not be able to hear stereo sound. If this happens, check with the TV station to inquire whether

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the program being broadcast is in true stereo or monaural audio.

The audio menu will automatically disappear from the screen if you do not press + or — within a few seconds.

Via remote control, your TV will “remember” which function you displayed last-even after the menu has disappeared from the screen. So, if you want to adjust

the same function again, simply press the + or - button on the remote control. The last function you adjusted will reappear on the TV screen.

i The SRS: ONIOFF function lets you add greater depth and dimension to

i stereo broadcasts. You can turn this function on and off as desired by

i pressing + or - to change the setting between ON and OFF. You may I prefer to leave this function set to ON. Your TV will then automatically

[ process the stereo signals whenever a stereo broadcast is received (or i whenever a stereo tape is played through a stereo VCR that is connected to

^ the TV’s audio/video jacks labeled INPUT). Details are on page 17.

The SRS WIDTH function lets you enhance the perceived audio separation

that occurs when the above SRS function is ON. Pressing + or - changes the setting between NORMAL and ENHANCE. Details are on page 17.

The SPEAKERS function lets you turn off the TV’s internal speakers by pressing + or - to change the setting between ON and OFF. You will

probably want to leave the TV’s speakers turned on unless you connect an amplifier (with its own set of speakers) to the appropriate jacks on the back

of the TV as described on page 43.

ound Retrieval System - SRS (•)

Your TV includes a new feature called SRS (•)* (Sound Retrieval

System) which brings dimensional realism to both stereo and mono

broadcasts.

When the SRS ON/OFF function is set to ON and the STEREOISAP function is set to STEREO, your TV electronically increases the audio separation of the speakers so you can perceive a more spacious stereo sound effect. If a stereo signal is not present, you can set the SRS

ON ¡OFF function to its SYNTH STEREO setting to synthesize and

process the mono signal. When the SRS ON/OFF function is

set to ON, you can also change the next menu item called SRS WIDTH between NORMAL or ENHANCE. When this function is set to

ENHANCE, the perceived audio

separation will be greater. Try both settings and select the one you prefer for your room acoustics.

Note: Some material (audio) will be more affected than others.

SRS (•) allows you to hear multiple sound sources. Audio frequencies are processed to establish directional cues which gives the impression that sound is coming from all parts of the

room. External speakers are not required, but the addition of high quality external speakers optimizes the sound performance of your TV.

Ttirning On SRS (•)

1. Repeatedly press the MENU button to

select AUDIO MENU, press +, and

then repeatedly press MENU again to select SRS ON/OFF function.

Treble ..................I

Bass -................I

......

.........

.......

Stereo

Note: You can also change the

SRS:ON/OFF function between ON and OFF without going through the menu by

pressing the SRS button on the remote.

2. Repeatedly press the + button to

change the setting between OFF,

ON, and SYNTH STEREO.

ITreble -

................I.........

|Bass -

...............I............

[Balance -. iStereo./SAP: Stereo

ffreble - . .1 +

Bass Balance -

iStereo'SAP: Stereo

' If the broadcast you are receiving is

stereo audio, select ON. The

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.......I.............

.................I.....

Synth Stereo

________

+ +

STEREO/SAP function must be set

to STEREO before you can hear

SRS (•) sound with this setting.

' If the broadcast you are receiving is

mono audio, select SYNTH

STEREO.

' If you do not want SRS (•), select

OFF.

3. Press MENU button to select next menu item called SRS WIDTH.

Pressing + or - will change the

setting between NORMAL and

ENHANCE. Try both settings and

select the one you prefer.

,Balance iStereo/SAP: rSRS: On

SRS Width-

If.

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|Stereo/SAP: ISR5 On

SRS Width: Enhance

Note: After turning SRS or synthetic stereo on, you may find it desirable to readjust the

Stereo

VOLUME, BASS, and

TREBLE controls to optimize the sound.

The SRS effect, tonal balance, and volume level will vary from channel to channel depending on the production qualities of the program material.

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•SRS and (•) are registered trademarks of Hughes Aircraft Company, a division of GM Hughes Electronics.

Instructions

1. Repeatedly press MENU to select SETUP MENU

and then press + or - to display the setup menu.

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Wideo M^nu

wjdio Menu

i Setup Menu

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2. Repeatedly

press MENU to select function, then press

+ or - to

adjust it.

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IC^'Ctri: Normal

SWifoprogram’ **

!pianMem: Stored

JVntenna A »Cable/AIr: Cable :VCR 1 Chan: Off

*VCR2Chan- Off

Cable Chan: Off '

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The CAPTIONING feature lets you display as text on the screen the audio portion of certain programs encoded with the Closed Captioning (CC) information. Two types of closed captioning are available: Captions 1 and Captions 2. Select Captions 1 for full translation of the primary language in your area. Captions 2 is used for secondary language translation, simplified

English, or whatever is being transmitted in your area. Two Text modes are also supported. Details are on page 19.

By setting the SLEEP TIMER, you can program your TV to turn itself off after a certain period of time. This is useful whenever you want to watch TV for an hour or so before going to sleep. Press the + or - button to select the length of time you want the TV to stay on.

You can program your TV to turn on and/or off at the times you choose by setting the ALARM function.

CHAN LABEL lets you program names (or labels) for the channel numbers,

i The names you select will then appear on the screen whenever the channel

number is displayed.

I The PARENTAL CONTROL feature lets you lock out any channels that you I don’t want your children to watch. Pressing + or - switches this function

i from OFF to ON. When this function is set to ON, channels that have been i locked out with the C/iAV CTRL function cannot be viewed. When this

function is set to OFF, all channels can be viewed.

The CHAN CTRL (Channel Control) function works hand-in-hand with the

I PARENTAL CONTROL function. It lets you select the channels you want to

I lock out. First select the channel number you want to lock out and then

press + to change this function from NORMAL to LOCKED. When the

PARENTAL CONTROL function is set to ON, the channels you locked with

I this function cannot be viewed.

i When you press + or - to start tht AUTOPROGRAM function, the TV will ’ automatically cycle through all channels and place the active channels for i your area in its channel memory. Pressing the CHANNEL up or down

buttons will then allow you to scan only active channels.

I The CHAN MEM function allows you to erase and add channels to channel

I memory as desired.

The setup menu will automatically disappear from the screen if you do not press + or within a few seconds.

Via remote control, your TV will “remember” which function you displayed last-even after the

menu has disappeared from the screen. So, if you

want to adjust the same function again, simply

press the + or - button on the remote control. The last function you adjusted will appear on the

TV screen.

j Because your TV has two separate antenna inputs on the back labeled

ANT A and AiVT B, you can connect two different signal sources, if desired.

By pressing + to change the ANTENNA function, you can switch back and forth between the two signal sources. Each time you press +, the antenna input will change.

The CABLEIAIR function tells your TV whether you have a cable-TV system or a home antenna connected to the TV. Your TV is so automatic that you will probably never need to change this function. When your TV autoprograms, it automatically adjusts the CABLEIAIR setting for you. If you should ever need to override the automatic setting, press + or - to change it.

The VCR 1 CHAN function lets you program to which channel the TV will automatically tune when you press the VCR I button on the remote.

The VCR 2 CHAN function lets you program to which channel the TV will automatically tune when you press the VCR 2 button on the remote.

i The CABLE CHAN function lets you program to which channel the TV will

^ automatically tune when you press the CABLE button on the remote.

i After you set the clock, you will be able to see the on-screen time display

whenever you change channels or press the DISPLAY or TV button on the remote control. To set the clock when this function is selected, first press

I and hold - to set the correct hour (including AM and PM). Then press and

^ hold + to set the correct minutes.

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The CAPTIONING feature lets you display the audio portion of a program as text on the TV screen. This is useful to the hearing

impaired or anyone who wants to

watch a program without the

sound.

There are two types of closed captioning transmissions available: Captions 1 and Captions 2. Captions 1 displays the full translation of the primary language in your area. Captions 2 may be used as a second source for secondary languages, simplified English, or other translations transmitted in your area.

The closed captioning feature in this TV also supports a Text Mode. Text mode is used to display text sent directly from the TV or cable station. Topically, this information consists of program information, weather bulletins, local activities, etc. The two inputs for Text Mode are Text 1 and Text 2.

Note: Closed Captioning is not available on all channels or at all times. Only specific programs encoded with Closed Captioning

information (CC) are applicable.

Setting Closed Captioning (with or without remote)

1. Repeatedly press MENU to select

SETUP MENU, and then press + or - to

display setup functions.

4. The screen will begin to display the

TV program's audio portion as text

if the program has captioning.

CAPTIONING will be highlighted since

it is the first function in the setup menu.

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; Video Menu ! Audio Menu

Solup Menu

9 Sieep Timer: 0:00

Set Aiarm

i Chan Label f Parental Ctrl; Off

2. Press the + or - button to select the type

of closed captioning: Off, Captions 1, Captions 2, Text 1 or Text 2.

Cantioninq; Captions 1

Sleep Timer: 0:00

I Set Alarm

Chan Label

^ Parental Ctrl- Off

3. When finished, the display will

automatically disappear from the screen in a few seconds. To make it disappear

more quickly, press the CLEAR button.

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When Closed Captioning is available, the word “Captioned” appears on the screen when you change channels or press the TV or D/SPLAVbutton on the remote.

I—Ibrning Captioning Off

To turn off the closed captioning

feature, enter the CAPTIONING

function and press the + or - button until the screen shows “Off."

By setting the Sleep Timer, you can program your TV to turn itself off after a certain period of time (up to four hours).

This is useful whenever you want to watch TV for an hour or so before going to sleep.

Setting Sleep Tinier (with or without remote)

1. Repeatedly press MENU to select

SETUP MENU, and then press + or -

to display setup functions. Press

MENU to select SLEEP TIMER.

4. The sleep timer will begin to count

down to zero. The word “SLEEP"

will appear on the screen whenever you change channels or press the

remote’s TV or DISPLAY huiton to

let you know the sleep timer is activated.

Mute Video Menu Audio Menu

Setup Menu

Captionino- Off

Sleep Timer: 0:00

i Set Alarm rtîhan Label '

I Parental Control: bff

2. Press the + or - button to select the

length of time (up to four hours) you

want the TV to stay on.

Each time you press the + or button, the time will increase 30 minutes (up to 4 hours). Then the time display will start over.

Captioning' Off

.............

Set Alarm

Chan Label

Parental Control: Off

3. When finished, the display will

automatically disappear from the screen in a few seconds. To make it disappear more quickly, press the

CLEAR button.

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The amount of time remaining before the TV shuts itself off will appear in the sleep timer menu

whenever you display the SLEEP

TIMER function.

Off i

Set Alarm Chan Label Parental Control Off

. When the sleep timer counts down

to 0:00, the sleep timer display will appear on the screen for a few seconds. Then the TV will turn itself off.

If you want the TV to stay on when this display appears, press the + button on the remote to add more

time to the SLEEP TIMER display.

1 hour and 23 minutes remaining

Clearing Sleep Timer

To cancel the sleep timer, enter the

SLEEP TIMER function and then press

the + or - button until the screen shows

0:00.

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By setting the alarm, you can program the TV to turn on and/or off by itself.

After the ON TIME is set and the

ALARM ON/OFF function is set to

ON, the TV will automatically turn

on each day at the time you selected

and remain on until the OFF TIME

is reached. If no OFF TIME has

been programmed, the TV will

remain on until you turn it off. The ALARM ON ¡OFF function lets

you easily deactivate or reactivate

the alarm without having to reset the

ON TIME and OFF TIME.

When the alarm time is reached, the set will turn on at whatever volume you left it when you last turned it off. So if you want the TV to come on loudly at the ON TIME, be sure the TV is playing loudly when you turn off the TV for the last time.

When the ALARM O/V/OFF. function displays SET CLOCK, you will need to set the clock time before you will be able to turn on the alarm function. Details for setting the clock are on page 5.

Setting the Alarm----------------------

1. Repeatedly press MENU to select

SETUP MENU, and then press + or -

to display setup functions. Press

MENU to select SET ALARM

function, and then press + or - to display the alarm settings.

emi

«lidio Menu '

Setup Menu

^Captioning: Off

ISteep Timer: 0:00

: Parental art: Off

2. When the first ALARM function is

selected, pressing + or - will switch

the setting between ON and OFF. Set this function to ON if you want to

activate the alarm. When this

function is set to OFF, the alarm is

deactivated and the TV will not turn on or off by itself.

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to turn off by itself and not turn on,

you can disable the ON TIME by

pressing - until the word

DISABLED appears.

Note: Remember to check the AM/PM setting. Midnight is 12:00 AM and noon is 12:00 PM.

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On Time: 6:30 PM

Off Time: Disabled Channel: Off

4. Press MENU to select the next function called OFF TIME. If you

want the TV to turn off by itself, enter the desired time by first pressing - to select the hour (including AM and PM) and then pressing + to select the minutes. If you only want the TV to turn on by itself and not turn off, you can

disable the OFF TIME by pressing until the word DISABLED appears.

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On Tima: 6:30 PM i* '

Off Time: 11:00 PM

Channel: Off , • :

IMPORTANT NOTE: During extended power failures the alarm function will be disabled. The alarm ON TIME and OFF

TIME will stay set but the ALARM ON ¡OFF

function will be set to OFF and will display

SET CLOCK to inform you that the clock

must be reset to the correct time. Once the

clock has been reset you can reactivate the

ALARM function by changing ihe ALARM

function to ON.

On Time; Disabled

Off Time: Disabled

Channel: Off

Note: if SET CLOCK is displayed next to

ALARM, you will need to set the clock

time before you will be able to turn on the alarm function. Details for setting the

clock are on page 5.

3. Press MENU to select the next function called ON TIME. If you

want the TV to turn on by itself, enter the desired time by first pressing - to select the hour (including AM and PM) and then pressing + to select the minutes. If you only want the TV

5. Press MENU to select the next function called CHANNEL. This

function lets you program which channel the TV will tune when it

turns on at the ON TIME. Press

CHANNEL up or down to select the

channel, and then press + or - to

enter it into the CHANNEL function.

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On Time: 6:30 PM Cfff Time: 11:00 PM

Channel: 12

Note: The I’V will change to the channel that you select. This will help you to confirm that it is indeed the channel you want the TV to turn on to.

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The labeling feature lets you program names (or labels) for the channel numbers. The name you program wUl then appear on the screen below the channel number whenever the channel number is displayed.

Each name can contain up to four characters, and you’ll be able to assign up to 64 names. After 64 names or labels have been entered, the TV will display this message to let you know no more channels can be labeled:

Listed below are the letters and characters from which you’ll be able to choose when programming the channel labels:

CHAN LABEL: FULL.

ABCDEFGHIJKLM NOPQRSTUVWXYZ

(blank space) !'#$%&'()

¿ + .-./0 1 2345 6789:;

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You must use your remote control to create or erase labels.

Labeling Channels (with remote only)

. Repeatedly press MENU to select 1

SETUP MENU, and then press + or -

to display setup functions. Repeatedly

press MENU to select CHAN LABEL

function.

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2. Press + to enter the CHAN LABEL

function. Four blank letter frames will appear under the channel number.

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Chan Label Use Vol

Select the channel number you want

to label by pressing the CHANNEL up

or down button (or by pressing two number buttons).

92:08 PM -

Off

1 Set Alarm

iPareiital Ctrl: Offj

4. Press and hold the VOLUME up or

down button until the letter or

character you want appears on the

screen. Pressing VOLUME up

sequences through the characters in alphabetical order. Pressing

VOLUME down sequences the letters

in reverse order.

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t .

Then press + to move to the next letter frame. Pressing - moves you back to the previous letter frame.

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Chan Label Use Vol

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j Parental Ctrl- Off

6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until the name is complete. You can now label

another channel, if desired, by selecting the channel number and repeating steps 4 and 5.

When finished, the display will

automatically disappear from the screen in a few seconds. Your labels will remain in memory until you erase them. They are not affected by power failures.

Erasing Labels , To erase a channel label, first follow steps 1, 2, and 3 above, and then press

CLEAR on the remote control.

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The PARENTAL CTRL and CHAN CTRL functions let you lock any

channels you choose so they cannot be viewed by your children.

Channels that have been locked can be viewed only when the

PARENTAL CTRL function is set to

OFF. This can only be done with the

remote control-it can not be changed with the buttons on the front of the TV. Therefore, after you turn on

PARENTAL CTRL, you simply hide

the remote control so that your children can not watch the locked channels. An optional simplified remote (shown on page 47) is also available that your children can use. The simplified remote does not allow access to the locked channels.

The locked-out channels will remain unviewable even if the TV is unplugged or the channels are autoprogrammed again. The only way to view locked channels is to use the supplied remote control to set the

PARENTAL CTRL function to OFF.

Note: Channels above 99 cannot be locked.

Activating Parental Control (with remote only)

The PARENTAL CTRL and the CHAN

CTRL functions work hand-in-hand.

The instructions below will first tell you how to turn parental control on or

off with the PARENTAL CTRL function

and then how to lock desired channels

with the CHAN CTRL function.

1. Repeatedly press MENU to select

2. To lock channels, press the MENU button to select the CHAN CTRL

function.

SETUP MENU, and then press + or

- to display setup functions.

Repeatedly press MENU to select

the PARENTAL CTRL function.

Select a channel you want to lock by

pressing CHANNEL up or down. Then press +. The CHAN CTRL setting will change from NORMAL to LOCKED when that channel is

locked. To return the channel to

NORMAL, press the - button.

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PARENTAL CTRL is activated and

any channels you locked with the

CHAN CTRL function will not be

viewable.

When this function is set to OFF,

PARENTAL CTRL is deactivated

and all channels are viewable.

Repeat step 2 for each channel you

want to lock.

If the PARENTAL CTRL function is set to ON while you are locking out

channels, each channel will go blank as you lock it.

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Chan Ctrl: Normal

Sleep Timer: 0:00 Set Alarm Chan Label Parental Ctrl: On

When the PARENTAL CTRL function is set to ON and a channel

which has been locked out is tuned,, the TV will display the words

PARENTAL CONTROL to let your

kids know you have locked it.

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The channel memory is the list of TV channel numbers your TV will stop on when you press the CHANNEL up or down button. You can program any list of channels into the channel memory.

The quickest way to program your channel memory is to use the

AUTOPROGRAM fwiiciion. If you

use AUTOPROGRAM function, your TV will automatically cycle through all channels and place active channels into the channel memory.

First follow the instructions to

autoprogram channels, and then add or erase individual channels as desired.

Notes:

• The AutoProgram feature will place into

memory active TV chatmels that have a valid signal at the time you autoprogram your TV.

• An active channel may be missed occasionally if its signal is very weak or if

the channel happens to be “off the air”

when the TV is autoprogrammed.

• An inactive channel may be included in the channel memory if there happens to be some sort of “noise” or “stray signal” on

the channel when the TV is

autoprogrammed.

• Signals from other components connected

to the INPUT jacks can not be

autoprogrammed. Channel 91 (which

accesses INPUT 1 jacks) was added to the

channel memory at the factory and will remain in the channel memory until you

erase it. Channel 92 {INPUT 2) and Channel 90 (S-VIDEO connector) can be

added to channel memory if desired.

• Only channels 1-99 can be stored in channel memory.

1. AutoProgramming Channels into Channel Memory (with or without remote) “

1. Connect home antenna(s) or cableTV to your set.

2. After you have turned on the TV and adjusted the volume, repeatedly

press MENU to select SETUP

MENU, and then press + or - to

display the setup functions.

Repeatedly press MENU to select

Press either + or - to begin autoprogramming. The TV will first

program all channels iox ANT A

input and then program all channels

for ANT B input (even if you only

have one antenna input connected).

the AUTOPROGRAM function.

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When the TV is finished cycling, you can check to see which channels

are in memory by pressing the

CHANNEL up or down button.

2. Erasing/Adding Channels in Channel Memory

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To erase or add a channel,

repeatedly press MENU to select

SETUP MENU, and then press + or

- to display the setup functions.

Repeatedly press MENU to select

CHAN MEM function.

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Then select the desired channel

number by pressing CHANNEL up

or down (or the two corresponding number buttons on the remote).

Press + to add the channel to memory, or press - to erase the channel from memory.

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Chan Mem: Stored

3. Adding Video Input Channels to Channel Memory

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If you have a video device connected to

the S-VIDEO or INPUT jacks on the

back of the TV, you can view its signal either by directly selecting channel 90

(for S-VIDEO connector), channel 91 (for INPUT 1 jacks), or channel 92 (for

Adding channels 90, 91, and 92 to channel memory allows access to the video inputs at the TV by pressing the

CHANNEL up and down buttons as

well as by using the remote control.

INPUT 2 jacks) with the number buttons

on the remote or by adding those channels to the channel memory.

f'Changing Antenna Input

Your TV has two separate antenna inputs on the back (labeled AVT A and ANT B) that allow you to connect two different signal sources if

desired. For example, you can connect a cable-TV system to one input and a home antenna to the other input.

By changing the ANTENNA: A/B display in the SETUP menu, you can switch back and forth between the two signal sources.

Listed below are some other common

uses of the two antenna inputs:

• connecting a cable-TV system (or antenna) to one input and a VCR to the

other.

• connecting a cable-TV system (or antenna) to one input and a video game

to the other.

• connecting a double-trunk cable

system to both inputs.

• connecting a cable-TV

converter/decoder box that scrambles only premium channels. Connection

details are on pages 33-34.

• connecting a cable-TV system to one input and an antenna (VHF/UHF) to the other. This allows you to tune in local stations that are not included on your cable system. Remember to change the CABLE/AIR function as described on page 18 if using your set like this.

The Channel Memory is the list of channels your TV will stop on when

you press the CHANNEL up or down

buttons. Your TV provides two separate Channel Memories-one for

ANT A input and one for ANT B

input. This allows you to add or

delete channels into each channel

memory as desired. When you use iht AUTOPROGRAM

function, the TV automatically

checks both inputs and sets up a

separate channel memory for each.

Changing Antenna Input

(with remote)

1. Press the AVr (Antenna) button on the remote control to switch from the

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ANT A input to the AVr B input.

The color of the channel numbers will change from blue to yellow to

let you know you are now watching

whatever signal is connected to the

ANT B jack on the back of the TV.

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2. Press the ANT button again to switch

back to ANT A. The color of the channel numbers will change back to blue to let you know you are now watching whatever signal source is connected to the AVT A jack.

(without remote)

1. Repeatedly press MENU to select

SETUP MENU and then press +

or - to display setup functions.

Repeatedly press Mem to select

ANTENNA: A/B function.

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TV. The color of the channel numbers will change from blue to yellow.

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switch back to ANT A. The screen display will change back to

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are now watching whatever signal source is connected to the A/VF A jack on the back of the TV.

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The VCR 1 CHAN function lets you program to which channel the TV

will automatically tune when you

press the VCRl button on the remote.

This is handy if you connect a VCR

to your TV. You will no longer have to remember to which input jacks the VCR is connected because the TV

will remember for you. For example, if you connect a VCR’s

AUDIO ¡VIDEO Ot/T jacks to the

TV’s INPUT 1 jacks (as shown on page 37), you will no longer have to remember to select channel 91 on the TV to see what the VCR is playing. By entering channel 91 next to the

VCR 1 CHAN function, the TV will automatically tune to channel 91 each time you press the VCRl button on the remote.

This function is especially convenient if you have a compatible VCR that can be operated by the

VCRl button on the remote. Pressing VCRl will then not only turn on the

VCR but also automatically tune the

TV to the proper channel for viewing the picture from the VCR. You can program most brands of remotecontrollable VCR’s to respond to the

VCRl button as described on

page 40. The VCR 2 CHAN function works

the same way. It lets you program to

which channel the TV will

automatically tune when you press the VCRl button on the remote. You can program most brands of remotecontrollable VCR’s to respond to the VCRl button as described on

page 40. Pressing the VCRl button will then not only turn on the VCR but also automatically tune the TV to

the proper channel for viewing the picture from the VCR.

Note: Pressing the VCRl or VCR2 button does not change between ANT A undANTB

antenna inputs as explained on page 18.

Press the ANT button on the remote control to

change antenna inputs if necessary.

“Setting Up VCR Channels (with or without remote)

1. Repeatedly press MENU to select

SETUP MENU, and then press + or -

to display the setup functions.

Repeatedly press MENU to select the

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2. Enter the channel number you want to program by pressing two digit buttons on the remote control. (The channel number you enter is the channel to

which the TV will tune automatically

when you later press the VCRl button

on the remote.)

3. Press the + button to program the channel number you selected into the TV’s memory.

Note: Pressing the - button here will turn

off this feature and display

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4. If you have another VCR connected

to the TV, press MENU to select the

VCR 2 CHAN function.

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Enter the channel number you want to program by pressing two digit buttons on the remote control. (This is the channel number to which the

TV will tune automatically when you

later press the VC7?2 button on the remote.) See the notes below if you are unsure about which channel number to enter.

6. Press the + button to program the channel number you selected into the

VCR 2 CHAN function memory.

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Note: Pressing the - button here will

turn off this feature and display

VCR 2 CHAN: OFF again.

VCR 1 CHAN: OFF Again.

Notes about Entering Channel Number:

• Enter channel 91 if VCR is connected to the TV’s audio and video INPUT 1 jacks.

• Enter channel 92 if VCR is connected to the TV’s audio and video INPUT 2 jacks.

• Enter channel 90 if you have a Super-VHS VCR that is connected to the TV’s

S-VIDEO connector and INPUT I audio jacks (labeled L and RIMONO).

• Enter channel 03 (or 04) if you did not use any audio/video cables and connected the

VCR to the TV’s round antenna jack labeled ANT A or ANT B. Enter the same channel number (03 or 04) as the position of the VCR’s CH3ICH4 switch. This is

the channel to which you must tune your TV for viewing signals from your VCR.

• Refer to pages 37-38 if you want to review details about connecting your VCR to your TV.

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The CABLE CHAN function lets you program to which channel the TV will automatically tune when you press the CABLE button on the remote. This is handy if you have to connect a cable box to your TV. You will no longer have to remember the output channel of the cable box because the TV will remember for

you.

For example, if you connect a cable box to the TV’s CABLEIANTENNA connector (as shown on page 33 or

34), you will no longer have to remember to select channel 2, 3, or 4 on the TV to see what’s coming from the cable box. By entering the cable box’s output channel (usually 02, 03, or 04) next to the

CABLE CHAN function, the TV will automatically tune to that channel each time you press the CABLE button on the remote.

This function is especially convenient if you have a remote-controllable cable box that can be operated by the CABLE button on the remote (as described on page 35). Pressing the CABLE button will then not only switch the remote to cable mode but

will also automatically tune the TV to

the proper channel for viewing the picture from the cable box.

Setting Up Cable Box Channel (with or without remote)

1. Repeatedly press MENU to select the

SETUP MENU, and then press + or -

to display the setup functions.

Repeatedly press MENU to select the

CABLE CHAN function.

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2. Enter the channel number you want to program by pressing two digit buttons on the remote control. (The channel number you enter is the channel to which the TV will tune automatically

when you later press the CABLE

button on the remote.) The TV will change to the channel you select.

This will help you to confirm that it is indeed the channel you want the TV to automatically tune. Most cable boxes output their signals on either channel 02,03, or 04.

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Cable Chan: Off

3. Press the + button to program the channel number you selected into

the CABLE CHAN function memory.

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VCR1 Chan- 91 VCR2Chan 92

Cable Chan: 03

Note: Pressing the - button here will turn off this feature and display

CABLE CHAN: OFF again.

Note: Pressing the CABLE button does not change between ANT A and ANT B antenna

inputs as explained on page 18. Press the

ANT button on the remote control to change

antenna inputs if necessary.

After you have connected another video source (such as a VCR or camcorder) to INPUTS 1 or INPUTS 2 on your TV (as shown on pages 37, 38, or 41), you are ready to display picture-in-picture.

Changing Channels (PIP)

To change channels on the picture from the TV, press the TV button on the remote, and then press either the CHANNEL up or down button or two number buttons.

Starting Picture-in-Picture (PIP)

1. Turn on TV and select the TV channel you want to watch.

2. Press the TV button to put the remote in “TV mode”. (This step can be skipped if the remote is already in the “TV mode”.)

3. Press the PIP button. A little picture will appear on the screen. The little picture and the big picture will be the same.

4. To get a picture from the other source (VCR, camcorder, etc.), first turn on the other source, and then select TV channel 90, 91, or 92 (explained below). The picture from the other source will

appear in the little picture.

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Picture from TV

To change channels on the picture coming from the VCR, press VCRl or VCRl (if you’ve programmed the VCRl or VCRl button to control the VCR as described on page 40) and then press either the CHANNEL up or down button or two number buttons. You can also change the VCR’s picture by pressing the CHANNEL buttons on the front of the VCR.

Picture from VCR

The small picture can be moved, enlarged, reduced, frozen, or switched with the main picture as desired. Details are on the next page.

Picture from VCR

• If the other source is connected to the T V’s INPUT 1 jacks,

select TV channel 91 to see the signal. If you have programmed the VCRl or VCR2 button to automatically select channel 91 as described on page 26, press VCRl or VCR2.

• Select channel 92 if the other source is connected to the TV’s

INPUT 2 jacks. If you have programmed the VCRl or VCR2

button to automatically select channel 92 as described on

page 26, press VCRl or VCR2.

• Select channel 90 if the other source is connected to the TV’s

S-VIDEO connector. When using an S-VHS input for the

source of the small picture, you must connect the video output of the source to VIDEO INPUT I of the set. When the picture

from the S-VHS source is displayed in the small inset picture, you will see a non S-VHS picture; and when the picture from the S-VHS source is displayed in the large picture, it will display an S-VHS picture. The TV automatically minimizes any annoying differences in tint between the small and large picture by electronically coupling the S-VIDEO input to the

VIDEO 1 input. If you have programmed the VCRl or VCR2

button to automatically select channel 90 as described on

page 26, press VCRl or VCR2.

CAUTION: Take extreme caution if you plan to display video games or computer screens on your TV. If a fixed (non-moving) pattern is left on the screen for several hours, the image can be permanently imprinted onto the screen. For this reason, we do not recommend connecting video games, aimputers, or similar devices to your TV. Keeping the TV's

BRIGHTNESS and CONTRAST functions at low

settings will help delay the imprinting but it is often too easy for someone in your family to leave the pattern displayed too long and imprint the screen. These types of imprints arc not covered by your warranty because they are the result of misuse.

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Whenever you have the picture-in-picture feature activated as described on the previous page, you can move, enlarge, reduce, freeze, or switch the big and little pictures as desired.

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Press and hold one of the four arrow buttons to move the small picture in that direction. You can move the small picture anywhere on the screen by pressing and holding the arrow buttons (one at a time).

J Repeatedly press ZOOM to enlarge the small picture.

Repeatedly press OUT to reduce the size of the small

picture to the smallest size.

Press SWAP to switch the small picture with the

main picture.

1 Press FRZ again to return to an action picture.

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Compatible Components

A wide variety of compatible RCA Video Cassette Recorders (VCR’s), camcorders, and audio components are available. Check with your RCA dealer for details.

Other brands of components can also be connected to your TV. Refer to the component’s owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s recommended hookup instructions.

Stacking Arrangements

If you are connecting several components and plan to use a component rack, follow these general rules when arranging your components.

• If the components are arranged horizontally, allow at least an inch or two of space between them so air can circulate freely. This will also provide some space between the audio devices to minimize interference.

• If components are arranged vertically on shelves, place the Stereo Amplifier at the top so that heated air rising from it will not pass around the other components.

•Do not block the ventilation holes in the components. If components are placed on rugs or deep-pile mats, the

ventilation holes in the bottoms may be blocked and

overheating could result.

•Some VCR’s may cause interference in TV’s. When placing a VCR under your TV, try to keep at least 18 inches between the

bottom of the TV and the top of the VCR. If interference is

present when the VCR is used on top of the TV or at the 18-inch distance below the set, move the VCR beside the TV. If moving the VCR does not solve the interference problem,

try plugging the VCR into a different wall socket.

Plugging in Power Cords

Do not plug any power cord into a wall outlet until you are finished making connections.

Many components have “convenience outlets” on their back

panels so you can plug power cords from other components into

a “convenience outlet” instead of a wall outlet. Usually these

outlets will be labeled either “switched” or “unswitched”.

•If the outlet is labeled “switched”, that means power to the outlet will be switched off when the component’s power button is switched off.

• If the outlet is labeled “unswitched”, that means power will always be available at that outlet, even when the component is turned off.

Depending on the size of your system, you may prefer to use an extension cord or a “multiple adapter” to get enough outlets for all your components.

The power cords on your RCA components are “polarized” (one blade is wider than the other). Be sure the extension cord or

multiple adapter is also polarized. The plug should fit in the

outlet only one way.

Turning Off Power Before Connecting Components

Always turn off power to all components before you connect or disconnect any cables. This will protect your components from possible electrical surges that could damage your equipment.

This is a good practice for all your audio and video components-TV’s, VCR’s, audio systems, computers, etc.

Positioning Cables to Avoid Hum

The possibility of picking up hum (interference noise) in the audio/video cables will be reduced if you keep them away from the back of the TV. Route the cables to the sides of the TV’s back panel instead of straight down the middle.

All cable plugs should be firmly seated in the jacks where they connect to the equipment. If a plug is not connected firmly, audio hum or smeared video may result. If your antenna cable is flat twin-lead cable, try to keep it away from the audio/video cables as much as possible. Excess flat, twin-lead cable should be cut off instead of coiled behind the TV. Round, coaxial, antenna cable is usually shielded and can be coiled or placed next to audio/video cables without causing interference.

Positioning Speakers to Avoid Interference

Placing external speakers with unshielded magnets too close to the TV may result in the speaker magnets affecting the quality of the picture. Such speakers should be located at least eight inches away.

If unshielded speakers are too close to the TV, colored streaks will appear along the sides of the picture. If this happens, turn off the TV for several minutes while moving the speakers farther away. Then turn the TV back on.

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l) CABLEIANTENNA Connectors-used when attaching a

. home antenna and/or a cable-TV system to your TV.

Connection details are on pages 32-34.

(T) EXTERNAL SPEAKERS Terminals-permit direct

connection of auxiliary speakers. Connection details are on pages 45.

(J) SPEAKER Switch-when you connect additional speakers

to the EXTERNAL SPEAKERS terminals on the TV, this

switch lets you optimize the sound for the speaker location you choose.

• If you place the speakers on each side of the TV, put switch in £AT position. The internal audio from the TV’s speakers will be muted.

• If you place the speakers behind the viewer (at the back

of the room), put switch in INTIEXTSURR position.

This maintains normal volume of the TV’s internal speakers and a surround signal to rear speakers.

• Details about connecting speakers to the TV are on pages 45.

IMPORTANT: Always place switch in INTIEXT SURR

position if no external speakers are used (or if external speakers are ever disconnected).

(4b) select out Jacks-provide fixed-level audio and

video output from whatever is displayed on the TV

screen (except signal from S-VIDEO connector). Provide

audio and video signals suitable for recording. Can be used for several applications such as;

• VCR editing with two or three VCR’s (page 38).

• recording TV programs onto a camcorder (page 41).

• recording cable-TV programs onto a VCR that is not cable-ready (page 38).

• recording audio onto an audio cassette tape recorder (page 43).

Notes:

• Remember that the signal coming out of these jacks is

whatever you see (and/or hear) on the TV screen. So, whatever you want to record must be displayed on the TV screen during recording. Menus, status displays, and special effects such as picture-in-picture and channel guide will not appear in the recording.

• Video signals from S-VIDEO connector can not be recorded

from the SELECT OUT VIDEO jack. To record from an

S-VHS component connected to the S-VIDEO connector, you must also connect the video cable to the VIDEO INPUT 1 jack and then select channel 91 on the TV screen.

INPUT! Jacks-provide for direct connection of video

devices (like VCR’s) or compatible home computers and

TV games with audio/video outputs. To see the signals

from a device that is connected to the INPUT 2 jacks,

tune your TV to channel 92.

@) INPUT 1 Jacks-provide for direct connection of video

devices (like VCR’s) or compatible home computers and TV games with video/audio outputs. To see the signals

from a device that is connected to the INPUT 1 jacks,

tune your TV to channel 91.

S-VIDEO Connector-provides for direct S-VHS video

connection from S-VHS VCR or camcorder.

Remember to also connect the S-VHS VCR’s or

camcorder’s audio jack(s) to the TV’s INPUT 1 LEFT

and/or RIMONO audio jacks. This is necessary because

S-Video cables only carry the super video (picture), not the audio signal. Connection details are on pages 38 and 41.

Signals from S-VHS devices connected to the TV’s

S-VIDEO connector and INPUT 1 audio jack(s) can be

viewed by pressing the TV button followed by 9 then 0 on the remote control-(or by scanning to TV channel 90

if you have added “90” to channel memory as described on page 24).

Note: If you want to use the SELECT OUT jacks, remember to also connect the S-VHS component’s regular video cable to the

VIDEO INPUT I jack, and then tune to channel 91.

HI FI OUT Jacks-feed volume-controlled stereo audio

out from whatever is displayed on the TV screen. Allow connection of audio amplifier and let you adjust sound level with TV’s remote. Connection details are on page 43.

Follow one of the steps below to connect an indoor or outdoor antenna to your TV (only if you do not have a

cable-TV system). You can connect the antenna to either AYT A or ANT B as explained on page 25.

If the antenna cable coming from your home antenna is a 75-ohm round coaxial cable that carries only VHF (channels 2-13), only UHF (channels 14-69), or VHF and UHF channels, connect it to your set like this: cablbantenna

Incoming Cable From

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Home

Antenna

If the antenna cable coming from your home antenna is a 300-ohm flat twin lead that carries only VHF (channels 2-13), only UHF (channels 14-69), or VHF and UHF channels, connect it to your set like this:

VHF or UHF Only

VHF/UHF Combination

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Antenna

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VHF/UHF Combination

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If the antenna cables coming from your home antenna(s) are a 75-ohm round coaxial cable that carries VHF (channels 2-13)

and a 300-ohm flat twin-lead cable for UHF (channels 14-69), connect them to your set like this:

Incoming UHF Cables

From

---------Home Antenna(s) VHF

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Antenna Mixer*

(such as RCA #197551)

CABUE/ANTENNA

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If the antenna wires coming from your home antenna(s) are two 300-ohm flat twin-lead cables as shown here, connect them

to your set like this:

CABLE/ANTENNA

Incoming Cables From

--------Home Antenna(s)

UHF

and

VHF

--------------

Antenna Mixer*

(such as RCA #193984)

Push on

BACK

OF TV

BACK OF TV

BACK

OF TV

Note: Be sure to connect the UHF antenna cable to the UHF screws on the Antenna Mixer and the VHF antenna cable to the screws marked VHF. .

Optional accessories are available from most dealers or electronics supply stores.

Follow one of these steps to connect a cable-TV system to your TV instead of a home antenna. Since cable-TV systems vary, you may wish to consult your local cable-TV company for additional information.

You can connect the cable-TV system to either ANT A or ANT B as explained on page 25.

Follow this diagram if your cable company does not require a converter/decoder box (no scrambled channels):

Incoming Cable

Follow this diagram if your cable company requires a converter/decoder box that can be controlled by remote control.

Most brands of remote-controllable boxes can be controlled by the remote that came packed with your TV. Details for programming your TV’s remote to also control the converter/decoder box are on page 35. See diagram D if you want to connect a VCR.

Incoming Cable

CONVERTEFVDECODER BOX

Remember to tune your TV to the output channel of the converter box (usually 2, 3, or 4) when selecting channels via the converter box.

CABLE/ANTENNA

BACK OF TV

CABUE/AKTENNA

BACK

OF TV

Follow this diagram if your cable company requires a converter/decoder box that cannot be controlled by remote control.

Scrambled Cable-TV Channels

Some cable-TV decoders require that you manually switch from regular to scrambled channels on the decoder whenever you wish to view the premium pay channels.

By connecting the decoder to the ANT A input and

CONVERTER output on the TV as shown here, you can

switch between the scrambled and unscrambled channels using the remote control.

To change the incoming signal from ANT A to ANT B, simply press the ANT (Antenna) button on the remote. Each time you press the ANT button, the channel numbers will

change color on the screen to show which antenna signal you are watching.

Nonscrambled cable channels will come thru the ANT B input

whenever the channel numbers are yellow. The scrambled

channel from the decoder box will come thru the ANT A input

whenever the channel numbers are blue. Be sure to leave the

' Optional accessories are available from most RCA dealers and

electronics supply stores.

decoder box set to the scrambled channel, and remember to

tune your TV to the output channel of the converter box (usually 2, 3, or 4).

(ConvertBr/Decoder)

J) Follow this diagram if your cable company requires a converter/decoder box for premium channels and you also want to

connect a VCR.

Most cable companies that require use of a converter/decoder box

only require the box for scrambled premium channels like HBO or

Showtime. All the other cable-TV channels can usually be viewed without the converter box. Therefore, by using a signal splitter, you can send the incoming cable-TV signals directly to the TV and also

thru the converter/decoder box and VCR as shown above.

You can easily switch between the signals coming into the ANT A jack and the AVTB jack by pressing the ANT button on the remote

control. The channel numbers will change color to let you know which antenna signal you are watching. When the numbers are

blue, you are seeing the AlNTA signals. When the numbers are

yellow, you are seeing the ANT B signals.

The cable-TV channels that are not scrambled can then be seen

whenever the TV is receiving the AVT A signals. The cable-TV

channels that are scrambled can then be seen thru the converter box

and then thru the VCR whenever the TV is receiving the ANT B

signals. Most VCR’s will feed the signal thru their antenna jacks

even when the VCR is turned off. This allows you to watch scrambled channels from the converter box without having to turn on the VCR.

This connection can be useful because it will let you record a scrambled channel on the VCR at the same time you are watching a

non-scrambled channel thru the ANT A jack on the TV.

Note: If you have a stereo VCR, be sure to also connect the

AUDIO and VIDEO OUT jacks on the VCR to the AUDIO and

VIDEO /V jacks on the TV as shown on page 37. These additional

audio/video connections are required for picture-in-picture

operation and for stereo playback from the VCR. To see the

signals from the VCR that are going into the INPUT jacks, select

TV channel 91 if you connected the VCR to the INPUT 1 jacks or

select channel 92 if you connected the VCR to the INPUT 2 jacks.

Select TV channel 90 if you have an S-VHS VCR connected to the

TV’s S-VIDEO connector.

For picture-in-picture viewing, be sure to also connect the audio and video cables from the VCR to the TV as shown on pages 37-38. The VCR must be turned on and tuned to the output channel of the

cable box (usually 2, 3, or 4) for picture-in-picture viewing.

' Optional accessories are available from most RCA dealers and

electronics supply stores.

mining Remote to Control Cable Box

If your cable box has its own remote to change channels, you will probably be able to program the TV’s

remote to control both the TV and

the cable box.

The TV’s remote is designed to

control several brands of cable

boxes. To program the remote, just

press CABLE, then ID, then the two

digit code number for your brand of

cable box. Refer to the chart below

to find the code number for your

cable box. Press the OFFION button

next to confirm operation.

You may need to try each of the code

numbers listed for your brand until

you find the one that works.

After the TV’s remote is

programmed, you’ll be able to turn

on the cable box by pressing CABLE,

then OFFION. You can change

channels on the cable box by

pressing the CHANNEL buttons

whenever the remote is in the “cable”

mode. To put the remote in the

“cable” mode, press the CABLE

button. Press the 7Y button to put

the remote back into the TV mode so

the remote buttons will control the

TV again.

Programming Remote To Control Cable Box

(with remote only)

1. Refer to the chart below to find the

code number that corresponds to the brand name of your cable box. Keep

this number in mind. If more than one number is listed, you may need to try each one separately until you find the one that works.

2. Press CABLE button on remote.

3. Press ID button on remote.

4. Press two number buttons (first one,

then the other) to enter the code number for your brand of cable box. Note: You must press the two number

buttons within three seconds of pressing the ID button.

-------------------------------------------

5. Point the remote at the cable box and

press the OFFION button to test the

code number.

• If the right number was entered, the cable box should turn on. Pressing

the CHANNEL buttons should then

also change channels on the

cable box.

• If the cable box does not react to the remote (or if the remote turns on the cable box but does not change channels), repeat steps 1 thru 5 with another code number.

Operating Notes:

• After the remote is programmed, it will turn on the cable box whenever you press

CABLE

and then OFFION.

• To turn off the cable box, press CABLE, then OFFION.

• To change channels on the cable box, press CABLE then CHANNEL up or down.

• You may have to reprogram the remote control if you change its batteries. Try not to press any buttons white changing batteries.

Brand of

Cable-lV Box

Anvision..........................................................................................................07,08

Cablestar.........................................................................................................07,08

Eagle.....................................................................................................................08

Eastern International.......................................................................................... 02

General Instrument........................................................04,05,15,23,24,25,30,36

Hamlin.......................................................................................................12,13,34

Hitachi.............................................................................................................37,43

Jerrold........................................................................... 04,05,15,23,24,25,30,36

MACOM................................................................................................'.......

Magnavox............................................................07,08,19,26,28,29,32,33,40,41

NSC.......................................................................................................................09

Oak.............................................................................................................01,16,38

Oak Sigma............................................................................................................16

Panasonic........................................................................................................27,39

Note: Refer to the information sheet packed with your remote control for the iatest list of brand names and code numbers. Because this list is constantiy growing, the information sheet packed with your remote control may be a later version of this list and contain additional brands and/or code numbers.

Code Number(s)

37,43

Brand of Cal>le-T\' Box

Philips

.............................................................

Pioneer.............................................................................................................18,20

Randtek

.......................................................................;...................................

RCA......................................................................................................................27

Regal................................................................................................................12,13

Regency................................................................................................................02

Scientific Atlanta............................................................................................03,22

Sylvania............................................................................................................... 11

Teknika.................................................................................................................06

Texscan........................................................................................................... 10,11

Tocom..............................................................................................................17,21

Unika.....................................................................................................................31

Viewstar...............................................................07,08,19,26,28,29,32,33,40,41

Zenith...............................................................................................................14,42

07,08,19,26,28,29,32,33,40,41

Code Numbcr(s)

07,08

Your new TV is designed to receive up to 181 channels in the U.S.A. including

125 non-scrambled cable channels (see chart below). To use this TV on a cableTV system, confirm that the cable-TV system is properly connected to your TV. Since cable systems vary, you may wish to consult your local cable-TV company for additional information.

If your cable-TV company follows ElA/NCTA channel-identification standards, most of the channels offered by your cable company will be identified by channel numbers that are identical to those on your TV. For example, if your cable-TV system has programs on cable channel 20, you can choose this channel by selecting channel 20 on your TV.

If your cable company offers cable channels 90, 91, or 92 you can tune them by selecting the TV channels shown

below.

Some cable-TV companies do not follow the ElA/NCTA standards and instead assign their own channel identification. For example, some use the standard broadcast channel numbers (2-13) for channels 2-13, but identify their other channels with letters. If your cable company does not follow the EIA/NCTA standards, ask them for a cross reference that shows to which channels you should tune your TV to receive their cable-TV channels.

Not all cable-TV channels will be active

on your particular cable-TV system. Also some cable companies may require the use of a decoder with their cable-TV system. Consult your cable company or local dealer for details.

Scrambled Cable-TV Channels

Some cable companies offer “premiumpay” channels in which the signal is scrambled. Descrambling these signals for normal viewing requires the use of a descrambler device (cable box) which is generally provided by the cable company.

How you connect the cable box to your TV depends upon whether or not the cable box can be controlled by remote control. The TV’s remote can also control most brands of cable boxes, so if your cable box is remote controllable, you may want to connect it as shown in Diagram B on page 33 or Diagram D on page 34. Instructions for programming the TV’s remote to control the cable box are on page 35.

If your cable box cannot be controlled by remote control, you will still be able to remotely control “unscrambled” channels with the connection shown in Diagram C on page 33 or Diagram D on

page 34.

Ippryour cable

|r«oinpany offers Hfaib cable 'j.{

^.Cfbannel:

* To tune cable channels 100 through

128, press and hold number button 1 until 1— appears on the screen. Then enter the other two numbers.

’■fuiwyoiirtv"

to (his channel:

126* 127* 128*

Since cable systems vary, you may wish to consult your local cable company for additional information.

The chart below lists the “total” channel and cable count.

Channels

• Low VHF A-8 (Channel 01)

•VHF (Channels 2-13)**

• UHF (Channels 14-69)

• Low Midband A-5 thru A-1 (Channels 95-99) ***

• Midband (Channels 14-22 or A-I)

• Superband (Channels 23-36 or J-W)

• Hyperband (Channels 37-64 or W+1 to W+28)

• Ultraband (Channels 65-94 and 100-125 or

.Air

—

12** 12"

56 —

—

— — —

—

W+29 to W+84)

Total**

** VHF is only counted once in total channel count because you can receive channels 2-13 on

both “off-air” and “cable” channels. Therefore the total channel count for “off-air” and “cable” is 181 channels (68+125-12=181).

68 125

Cable

5***

14 28 56

•** Channels 95, 96, and 97 are not applicable in Canada. Therefore the total number of channels for Canada is 178 (68+122-12=178).

CR Connections

standard VHS VCR (Not S-VHS)

(These connections allow you to record TV programs and play back tapes.)

Preferred Method

(for areas with good reception)

2-Way Signal Splitter* • (such as RCA #AH047)

Incoming

Cable «»iQfDU

Coaxial Antenna Cables*

(such as RCA #AH065G)

** These optional accessories

(one AH047-2-way splitter, two AH065G-antenna cables, and one AH077G-audio/video cable) are available as a kit under #AVH500.

Shown here is the preferred method of connecting a VCR to your TV. This method uses a 2-way signal splitter to run separate signals to the VCR and TV. This way you can view either TV programs or VCR tapes and not be concerned about the position of the VCR’s TVIVCR switch. If your cable company requires a decoder box for premium channels, refer to page 34. Note: When connected this way, the audio/video connections from the VCR to the TV are required for picture-in-picture viewing and for you to watch tapes being played by the VCR.

Back of TV

AUDIO

Hm OUT SELECT OUT

Note: A second audto/vldeo device can be connected to the

INPUT 2 jacks in a

similar manner.

WPUT1-I

CABLE ANTENNA

------

ANTA ^

—JkNI-B -

VIDID

INPUT r SELECT

p^(i)

Ot ^ OÜT

Audio/Video Cable*

such as RCA #AH077G)i

Operation:

• If the VCR is connected to INPUT 1 jacks as shown, select

channel 91 on the TV to view whatever the VCR is playing.

• If you connect a second audio/video device to INPUT 2, select

channel 92 on the TV to view whatever the second device is playing.

Note: You can program your TV to automatically select the proper VCR

input channel (91 or 92) when you press the VCRl or VCR2 button.

Details are on page 26.

Simplified Method

Back of TV

Incoming Cable

Shown here is a simplified method of connecting a VCR to your TV. If your cable company requires a decoder box for premium channels, refer to page 34.

Note: The audio/video connections from the VCR to the TV are required for picture-in-picture viewing and for stereo playback from stereo VCR’s.

’ Optional accessories are available from most RCA dealers and

electronics supply stores.

Mm OUT SELECT OUT

audio/video device can

Operation:

• If the VCR is connected to INPUT 1 jacks as shown, select

channel 91 on the TV to view whatever the VCR is playing.

• If you connect a second audio/video device to INPUT 2, select

channel 92 on the TV to view whatever the second device is playing.

Note: You can program your TV to automatically select the proper VCR

input channei (Ot. or 92.') wVien you press vV»e UcRl or (ruUorr.

Details are on page 26.

Note; A second

'i ■ . ' - ‘

Spécial Recording onto VCR

(This connection only allows you to record on the VCR whatever is cunently being displayed on the TV screen.)

This is not a common application for recording with your VCR, but you may find it useful in certain situations. This connection will let you record onto the VCR whatever is being displayed on the TV screen such as a TV program. You’ll also be able to record signals from another VCR (or similar device) that is connected to the TV’s

INPUT i or 2 jacks.

The TV must remain turned on during recording. If you change channels on the TV, the channel change will be recorded on the VCR tape unless you pause the VCR during recording.

Because your TV is cable-compatible, this application may be used to record cable-TV programs from the TV onto a VCR that is not cablecompatible.

You may also want to use this connection to dub or edit VCR tapes with two or three VCR’s. By connecting one VCR (or

camcorder) to the INPUT 1 jacks and another VCR (or camcorder) to the INPUT 2 jacks, you’ll be able to selectively

edit and record whatever is playing on the TV screen on to a third VCR (or camcorder) connected as shown here to the

SELECT OUT jacks.

If you connect a surveillance system to your monitor, you’ll be

able to record what the camera is displaying on the TV screen

by connecting a VCR (or damcorder) to the SELECT OUT jacks

as shown here.

Just remember that you’ll be able to record whatever is being displayed on the TV screen. To see the signal from a device connected to the channel 92 to see the signal from a device connected to the

INPUT 2 idicVs.

Notes: Signals from the S-VIDEO connector do not come thru the

SELECT OUT jacks. To record from an S-VHS component, remember

to also connect the regular video cable to the VIDEO INPUT 1 jack and then tune to channel 91.

Menus, status displays, and special effects like picture-in-picture and channel guide will not appear in the recording.

INPUT 1 jacks, select channel 91. Select

S-VHS (Super VHS) VCR

Shown here is the preferred method of connecting your S-VHS VCR to your TV. If your cable company requires a decoder

box for premium channels, refer to page 34.

Connect the S-VIDEO OUT connector on the back of the VCR to the S-VIDEO connector on the back of your TV using an

S-VHS cable. Remember to connect the audio cables from the

VCR to the INPUT 1 LEFT and RIMONO jacks on the back of

the TV. The S-VHS cable carries only video.

Note: Remember to also connect the video cable for picture-in-picture

viewing or if you plan to use the SELECT OUT jacks for recording.

* Optional accessories are available from most RCA dealers and

electronics supply stores.

S-VHS Cable (such as RCA #VAA020)*

When recording from SELECT OUT jacks, tune the TV to channel 91 to see the signal from the S-VHS VCR. When displaying picture-in picture, the TV automatically minimizes any annoying differences in tint between the small and large picture by electronically coupling the

S-VIDEO input to the VIDEO I input.

Operation:

• If the S-VHS VCR is connected as shown above, tune the TV to channel 90 to view whatever the VCR is playing. The word

S-VIDEO will appear on the TV when you select Channel 90.

• You can program your TV to automatically select channel 90

when you press the VCRl or VCR2 button. Details are on

page 26.

The digital remote control that came packed with your TV

controls your TV and up to two compatible RCA VCRs. To control a compatible RCA VCR, first press the VCRl or

VCR2 button to put the remote in the “VCR mode”. The

buttons shown below will then control the VCR.

Selected models of RCA VCRs have a switch that lets you

determine which VCR will be controlled by the VCRl button, and which VCR by the VCRl button. Other models have an

OFF/ON Button

Press to turn off VCR.

on-screen menu that lets you determine if it will be controlled

by VCRl or VCRl. Additional information about controlling

two RCA VCRs is in the note on the next page. If you have another brand of VCR, you can probably also

program your remote to control it. Details are on the next page.

VCRl and VCRl Buttons

• Press to turn on VCR and put remote in “VCR Mode” so other buttons will control the VCR.

• Press the TV button to put remote back into “TV Mode”.

Number Buttons

• Press two numbers to select channel.

• Press a “0” before a single-digit channel number.

PROG (Program) Button

Used when setting the clock and programming the timer.

ANT Button -----------------------------------

Same as VCR or TV/VCR button on

front of VCR. Lets you record one channel with VCR and watch another channel on TV.

PAUSE Button

• Press to pause play or record mode.

PLAY Button

Press to start tape playing.

REWIND Button

• Press while VCR is stopped to rewind tape.

• Press while VCR is playing to search backward.

FF (Fast Forward) Button

• Press while VCR is stopped to

fast forward tape.

• Press while VCR is playing to search forward.

CHANNEL Buttons

Press to select the next higher or lower channel in VCR channel memory.

DISPLAY Button

Press to bring VCR’s displays to TV screen.

CLEAR Button

Used when setting the VCR’s clock and programming its timer.

STOP Button

Press to stop whatever VCR is doing: Playing, Recording, Rewinding, or Fast Forwarding.

RECORD Button

Press to record.

Notes:

• The six VCR buttons grouped together

(PLAY, PAUSE, STOP, REWIND, FF, and

RECORD) control the VCR even if the

remote is in the “TV Mode”.

• TheAVT; PROG, CLEAR, DISPLAY buttons are for RCA VCR’s only.

The digital remote control that came packed with your TV controls your TV and up to two compatible VCRs, including most other brands.

To program the remote, just press

VCRl (or VCR2), then ID, then the two

digit code number for your brand of VCR.

Note About Controlling Two VCRs

• This remote can control two VCRs independently as long as each VCR operates

on a different remote transmitting code.

• Some newer VCR’s are capable of working on either of two remote codes. These VCRs have either a switch labeled VCRHVCR2 or an on-screen display titled REMOTE

VCRHVCR2. You can then set your new

VCR to respond to the remote’s VCR2 button and your older VCR to respond to the

VCRl button.

• Some older VCRs have a NORM/UNIFIED switch that can also respond to either the

VCRl or VCR2 button on the remote. Place

this switch in the UNIFIED position for the VCR to respond to the VCRl button or in the

NORM position for the VCR2 button. In the NORM position, you must program the

VCR2 button to respond to code number 05.

• If neither of your VCR’s have switchable

code capabilities, you still may be able to use the VCRUVCR2 feature to control two VCRs of the same brand since many older VCRs use remote codes that are different than newer VCR’s. You may want to experiment to see what works with your particular VCRs.

-Programming Remote To Control Other Brands of VCRs

1. Refer to the chart below to find the code number that corresponds to the brand name of your VCR. Keep this number in mind. If more than one number is listed, you may need to try each one separately until you find the one that works.

2. Press VCRl or VCR2 button on

remote (depending on which button you want to program for that VCR). You can program each button to

control a different VCR.

3. Press ID button on remote.

4. Press two number buttons (first one, then the other) to enter the code

number for your brand of VCR.

Note: You must press the two number buttons within three seconds of pressing the

ID button.

5. Point the remote at the VCR and

press the OFFION button to test the

code number. If nothing happens,

try pressing VCRl or VCR2

(whichever button you are programming).

• If the right number was entered,

the VCR should turn on.

• If the VCR does not react to the

remote, repeat steps 1 thru 5 with another code number.

Note; Some older VCRs do not have an OFFION switch on their remote controls and cannot be turned on and off remotely. If you have this type of

VCR, you can test the code number by pressing the CHANNEL button instead of the OFFION button. Make sure the VCR is already turned on when you test the code number.

Operating Notes:

• After the remote is programmed, it will turn 6n the VCR whenever you press

VCRl (or VCR2) and then ONIOFF.

Some VCR’s turn on automatically when you press VCRl or VCR2.

• You’ll be able to control the VCR

whenever the remote is in the “VCR mode”. To put the remote in the “VCR mode”, press the (depending on which button you programmed). The other VCR buttons (such as

REWIND, FF, and RECORD) will

PLAY, PAUSE, STOP

control the VCR when the remote is in the “VCR mode”.

• To turn off the VCR, press VCRl (or

VCR2), then ONIOFF.

• To change channels on the VCR, press

VCRl (or VCR2), then CHANNEL up

or down.

• You may need to reprogram the remote when you change the batteries. Try not to press any buttons when changing batteries.

VCRl or VCR2 button

■VCR Brand

AIWA

...............................................

Akai

........................................

Audio Dynamics

Brooksonic........................................10

Canon................................................08

Capehart Citizen

..............................................

Craig

.................................................

Curtis Mathes

dbx

...............................................

Dimensia...........................................00

Emerson..................................10,20,34

Fisher

......................................

Funai.................................................15

...................

Goldstar

Hitachi

..........

............

Instant Replay.

JCPenney

JVC

.................

Note: Refer to the information sheet packed with your remote control for the latest list of brand names and code numbers. Because this list is constantly growing, the information sheet packed with your remote control may be a later version of this list and contain additional brands and/or code numbers.

..........................

...........................................

.........................

...........

.........................09

...............05,35,36

..........................

........

..02,05,08,14,16,30

...........

Codecs) VCRBranF—Cod¿(¡j ^ , VCR Brand

03,22,23

14,16

01 09 12

00,08,15

14,16

12,18,19

00,07,08,32

02,14,16,30

Kenwood

.....

Magna vox... Marantz Marta Memorex

.......

...........

.....

MGA............

Minolta

........

Mitsubishi....

Montgomery Multitech NEC

.....

.............

Panasonic.....

Pentax

..........

Philco.........

Philips

.......

Pioneer

.......

ProScan Quasar RCA

Realistic

....

.......

..........

....

.......

...............

...02,14,16,29,30

....................

Ward.

..00,05,07,28,35,37

......

02,14,16,30

08,29

09 ...08,12 ...04,27

..................

.............

04,27

....................

..........

07,15,32

.....

02,14,16,30

....................

..................

05 ...08,29 ...08,29

.......

......

.......

02,06,08,12,15

Samsung............

Sanyo

................

Scott

..................

Sears

..................

Sharp..................

Shintom Sony

..................

Sylvania Symphonic Tashiko Tatung

................

Teac

...................

Teenies

...............

Teknika Toshiba Vector Research . Video Concepts..

Wards.................

Yamaha..............

Zenith

................

.............

............

.........

..............

Codecs)

...........

07,32

..........

02,12

...........

04,13 ..02,05,18,19

...........

06,24

..............

31 .17,26,38 .08,15,29

..........

.....

15,30

..........

........

05,13

........

14,16

........

14,16

........

06,25

02,14,16,30

.....

11,17

15 09 30

S-VHS or Standard VHS Camcorder

(This connection allows you to play back tapes in the camcorder and watch them on the TV.)

AUWO

SELECT OUT Back Of TV

■■ (©)

AVOUT Jack

(Audio/Video Out)

An S-VHS or standard camcorder can be connected directly to your TV. If you have an S-VHS camcorder, connect the S-VHS

video cable to the S-VIDEO connector on your TV. If you have

a standard VHS camcorder, connect the video cable to the

(Usually Supplied

with Camcorder)

VIDEO INPUT 1 jack on the back of your TV. With either

video connection, attach the audio cable to the INPUT I

R/MONO audio jack.

Notes:

When the Adapter’s S-VHS Cable is connected to the S-VIDEO

connector, the video plug does not have to be connected. However, you

may prefer to plug it in anyway to keep it out of the way. The S-VHS

video will automatically override the VIDEO INPUT I signal when you

select Channel 90.

S-VHS or Standard VHS Camcorder

(This connection allows you to record onto the camcorder whatever is currently being displayed on the TV screen.)

Be sure to connect the video cable, however, if you plan to use the camcorder for picture-in-picture viewing or if you plan to use the

SELECT OUT jacks for recording. When recording from the SELECT OUT jacks, tune to channel 91 to see the signal from the camcorder.

When displaying picture-in-picture, the TV automatically minimizes any annoying differences in tint between the smalt and large picture by electronically coupling the

Operation:

• If the camcorder is connected to the VIDEO INPUT I jack (instead of the S-VIDEO connector), select channel 91 on the

TV to view whatever the camcorder is playing.

• If the camcorder is connected to the S-VIDEO connector and

S-VIDEO input to the VIDEO 1 input.

INPUT 1 audio jack, select channel 90 on the TV to view

whatever the camcorder is playing.

Back of TV

¡No connection necessary to S-VIDEO. iTo record In S-VHS, put icatnoorder in S-VHS recording mode and Insert S-VHS tape.

Video

AV IN Jack

(AudioA/ideo In)

This connection will let you record onto the camcorder whatever is being displayed on the screen such as a TV program. You’ll also be able to record signals from a VCR (or

similar device) that is connected to the TV’s INPUT i or 2

jacks. The TV must remain turned on during recording. If you change

channels on the TV, the channel change will be recorded on the camcorder tape unless you pause the camcorder during recording.

You may also want to use this connection to dub or edit VCR

tapes with two or three camcorders (or VCR’s). By connecting

one camcorder (or VCR) to the INPUT I jacks and another

camcorder (or VCR) to the INPUT 2 jacks, you’ll be able to

selectively edit and record whatever is playing on the TV screen onto a third camcorder connected as shown here to the

SELECT OUT jacks.

If you connect a surveillance system to your monitor, you’ll be able to record what the camera is displaying on the TV screen

by connecting a camcorder (or VCR ) to the SELECT OUT

jacks as shown here.

Just remember that you’ll be able to record whatever is being displayed on the TV screen. To see the signal from a device

connected to the INPUT 1 jacks, select channel 91. Select

channel 92 to see the signal from a device connected to the

INPUT 2 jacks.

Notes; Signals from the S-VIDEO connector do not come thru the

SELECT OUT jacks. To record from an S-VHS component, remember

to also connect its regular video cable to the VIDEO INPUT I jack and

then tune the TV to channel 91.

Menus, status displays, and special features such as picture-in-picture and channel guide will not appear in the recording.

________

Computers and Other Equipment with Audio/Video Outputs

Back of TV

Mt-FI OUT SELECT OUT

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COMPUTER OR TV GAME

AUDiO

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If the/VPiyrr jacks already have another component connected to them, you can connect the computer to the

INPUT 2 lacks.

AudioA/ideo Cables* (such as RCA #AH069G)

Your TV can also be used as a display device for many video games and home computers. If your game or computer has a

normal NTSC (American Standard) VIDEO output, it can be connected directly to either the INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 jacks on

the TV as shown here. If the computer or other device has monaural audio output (only

one AUDIO OUT jack instead of i and R), connect it to the

TV’s R/MONO jack. This will enable the TV to reproduce the

sound through both the left and right speakers.

To View Signals From Computer

• If you connected the computer to the TV’s INPUT 1 jacks,

select channel 91 on the TV so you can see whatever signal is coming from the computer.

• If you connected the computer to the TV’s INPUT 2 jacks,

select channel 92 on the TV so you can see whatever signal is coming from the computer.

plan to display video games or computer screens on your TV. If a fixed (non-moving) pattern is left on the screen for several hours, the image can be permanently imprinted onto the

screen. For this reason, vye do not recommend connecting video games, computers, or similar devices to

your TV. Keeping the TV’s BJVG/fTAESS and

CONTRAST fmexions at low settings will help delay the

imprinting biit it is often too easy for someone in your

family to leave the pattern displayed too long and imprint the screen. These types of imprints are not covered by your warranity because they are considered the result of misuse. ' ?

• Optional accessories are available from most RCA dealers or electronics supply stores.

Component Cònii

Audio Amplifler

Audio/Video Cables* -

(such as RCA AH069G)

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Back of TV

If your stereo amplifier is not part of a “system” that has its own remote, connect it to the TV as shown here. If the stereo amplifier is part of a system that has its own remote, you may choose to connect it to the TV as shown below using the

SELECT OUT jacks.

With the connection shown here, you’ll be able to change and mute volume with the TV’s remote control. You’ll also be able to remotely control bass and treble functions.

Audio Cassette Recorder or Amplifier

Back of TV

Connection:

Coimect the “L” and “f?” HI FI OUT jacks to the corresponding input jacks on the stereo amplifier (such asAUX, TUNER, or CD). Do not use the PHONO inputs. If your amplifier is not stereo (mono), connect it to the TV’s RIMONO jack. Consult the

amplifier’s owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s recommended hookup.

Operation:

If desired, turn off TV’s internal speakers as described on page 16.

Adjust the amplifier for normal listening. Then control sound with

the VOLUME and MUTE buttons on the TV’s remote.

If your stereo amplifier is part of a “system” that has its own

remote control, connect it to the SELECT OUT jacks as shown

here. The “fixed level” audio signal present at these jacks is also ideal for connecting an audio cassette recorder to record audio from the TV. This constant audio signal is not affected by

pressing the VOLUME buttons on the TV’s front panel or the

TV’s remote control.

Connection:

Connect SELECT OUT “L” and “R” to the corresponding input

jacks on the stereo amplifier or audio cassette recorder.

* Optional accessories are available from most RCA dealers or electronics supply stores.

If your amplifier is not stereo (mono), connect it to the TV’s

RIMONO jack. Consult the equipment’s owner’s manual for the

manufacturer’s recommended hookup.

Operation:

Select a TV channel and turn down the sound on the TV, or turn

off TV’s internal speakers. Adjust sound with controls on the

amplifier or cassette recorder. If the amplifier or cassette recorder is part of a “system” that has its own remote, use the system’s remote to adjust sound.

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The digital remote control that came packed with your TV is also capable of controlling a compatible audio component.

To program the remote just press the

AUDIO button, then press the ID

button, then enter the two-digit code

number for your brand of audio equipment. ”

Programming Remote to Control Audio Equipment

1. Refer to the chart below to find the code number that corresponds to the brand name of your audio equipment. If more than one

number is listed, you may need to try each one separately to find the

one that works.

2. Press the AUDIO button on remote

(depending on which button you

want to program).

3. Press ID button on remote.

4. Press two number buttons (first

one, then the other) to enter the code number for your brand of audio equipment.

Note: You must press the two number buttons within three seconds of

pressing the ID button.

5. Point the remote at the audio

equipment and press the OFF/ON

button to test the code number.

• If the right number was entered, the audio equipment will turn on.

• If the audio equipment does not

react to the remote, repeat steps 1

thru 5 with another code number.

Operating Notes:

After Ihc AUDIO button is programmed, the

buttons described below will operate the basic functions of most audio equipment. Depending on the age, brand, model, and type of audio equipment, some models may not be able to respond to all the function buttons listed below. You will want to experiment with each button to determine the exact function for your component.

• OFF/ON: Press to turn on component. Press again to turn off. Some components will turn on automatically when you press this button.

• VOLUME: Press to change volume level.

• CHANNEL: Press to select the next higher or lower channel in the component’s channel memory.

• Number Buttons: Press two numbers to directly select a channel.

• PLAY: Press to start component playing.

• PAUSE: Press to pause play or record. To release pause, press again.

• STOP: Press to stop whatever the component is doing: playing, recording, rewinding, etc.

• REWIND: Press while component is stopped to rewind tape.

• FF (Fast Forward): Press while component is stopped to fast forward tape.

• RECORD: Press to start recording.

• ANT (Antenna): Performs various functions depending on the type of equipment. Experiment with this button.

Note: Refer to the information sheet packed with your remote control for the latest list of brand names and code numbers. Because this

list of brand names is continually growing, the information sheet packed with your remote control may be a later version of this list and

contain additional brands and/or code numbers.

Audio

Equipment

.AMP AM,FM CD TAI*E PHONO

Ads AKAI

02,08 Dimensia 03 Dynamic Bass

29 25 Fisher 23 JVC 16 30,35 Kenwood 17 Kyocera 09 Marantz 22 Mitsubishi 15 Nakamichi 20 Panasonic Pioneer RCA

12 14 42 24 03

38 36

Sansui Sherwood Sony Teac Technics Yamaha

11,13

21 49

18,19

Type of Audio Equipment and Code(s)

26,27

05 28 !

32 33,34

07,43,44

40,41

05 04,54

45 46

48,53

50 51

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AUX

Caution: Do not connect external speakers to more than one audio source at a time. You can connect a set of

speakers to either the TV or the Amplifier but not to both at the same time. If you connect the same speakers to

both the TV and the amplifier, you will damage your equipment.

Connecting Speakers to Back of TV

If you connect an amplifier or receiver to your TV, connect the speakers to the amplifier /receiver instead of the TV.

If you do not connect an amplifier or receiver to your TV, you can connect external speakers to the back of the TV to enhance the TV's sound.

The diagram below shows how to connect external speakers to the speaker terminals on the back of the TV.

1. Remove the vinyl covering and twist the wire core.

2. Press and hold the lever down while inserting the wire core into the hole. Be sure to connect (+) to (+) and (-) to (-) as

explained in the note below.

3. Release the lever.

Notes:

• After releasing the lever, pull gently on the wire and check that it is connected securely to its terminal.

• Do not allow the wire core to protrude from its terminal or contact other wires or terminals. If the cores of two wires

touch each other, damage to components could result.

Helpful Hints:

• External speakers placed next to the TV will sound better the higher quality they are.

• Very efficient small “bookshelf’ or “compact” speakers will give good results for surround-sound use.

• Surround effect can often be improved by experimenting with rear speaker placement.

• Surround-encoded movies (broadcast or tape) give the best surround effect, but regular stereo and mono programs will also benefit.

Connecting Speakers to Back of Amplifier or Receiver

If you connect an Amplifier or Receiver to your TV, connect the speakers to the Amplifier/Receiver instead of the TV. Sound from the TV will then come through the Amplifier/Receiver and the TV’s internal speakers. You can

turn off the TV’s internal speakers with the SPEAKERS:

ONIOFF function described on page 16.

The diagram here shows how to connect external speakers to the speaker terminals on the back of a typical Amplifier/Receiver. Check the owner’s manual for your Amplifier/Receiver if its speaker terminals look different than those shown.

The speaker switch on the back of the TV allows you to use the external speakers two ways:

• To enhance the sound from the TV, place the speakers in the front of the viewing area (usually beside the TV), and slide the speaker switch to external speakers for a “fuller” sound. The internal audio from the TV’s speakers will be turned off.

SPEAKER

EXT

To obtain a “surround sound” effect, place the external

speakers in the rear of the viewing area, and slide the

speaker switch to INTIEXT SURR. This provides full power

to the TV’s internal speakers for the front sound and a

surround signal to the rear speakers.

EXT. This provides full power to the

INT/EXT

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Notes:

• After connecting speaker wire, pull it gently and check that it is connected securely to its terminals.

• Do not allow the wire core to protrude from its terminal or contact other wires or terminal. If the cores of two wires touch each other, damage to components could result.

Imprf&M: '^etr eonnetaing the speaker wire, make sure you connect the (+) terminal on the TV to the (+) terminal on the speaker.

Side Of the speaker wire is usually marked with a white stripe to iielp you Connect (+■) to (-f) and (-) to (-). If the (+) and (-) terminals i|ie «¡Of «Batched proj^rly, the speakers will not be “in phase” causing

:$eductioh in low ftequencies (bass).

Compatible Components

A wide variety of compatible Video Cassette Recorders

(VCR’s), camcorders, and audio components are

available. Check with your dealer for details. Other

components can also be connected to your TV. Refer to

the component’s owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s recommended hookup instructions.

General Cable Information

Antenna (or cable-TV) connections are made

with either coaxial

antenna cable or twinlead cable. Coaxial cables are shielded so

Round 7S-ohm coaxial cable

such as No. AH037 (screw-on),

AH065G (push-on), or AH066G (push-on)

they are less susceptible to hum or interference from adjacent cables.

Most audio/video connections between components can be made with shielded audio and

. • , , , , „ _ , with RCA-type phono plugs

Video cables that have RCA-type (s„ch as No. aho69G)

Standard AudioA'ideo Cable

phono connections. When connecting components to each other, be sure that you always connect left outputs to left inputs and right outputs to right inputs. If a component has only one output

(mono), connect it to the R/MONO input jack.

Slip-on End

• Screw-on End

Audio/Video Cables

Audio/Video Cable

Shielded cable for connecting A t/D/C) and V7D£0 jacks. Has an RCA-type phono

plug on each end.

Stereo Audio Cable

Double gold-tipped cable generally used

for connecting stereo audio components.

Stereo VCR Dubbing Cable

Triple cable that lets you connect the

VIDEO and At/£)/(? jacks of stereo

components.

Gold-Tipped Cables

AH069G (3-ft) AH070G (5-fl)

Gold-Tipped Cable

AH072G (3-ft)

To connect S-VHS (Super-VHS) components, an S-VHS video cable is required.

S-VHS Cable

(such as No. VAA020)

The following accessories are available from most dealers in case you want to position your components farther apart or need additional cables.

Antenna Cables

Screw-on Antenna Cable

Attaches to the round antenna connectors (called 75-ohm F-type) on the back of your VCR or TV. The ends screw onto the connectors for a secure connection.

AH037 (3-ft)

Push-on Antenna Cable

Attaches to the round antenna connectors (called 75-ohm F-type) on the back of

your VCR or TV. Ends push on for a quick connection.

GcMH^ffedCs^tes

AH065G (6-ft)

AH066G (10-ft)

Monaural VCR Dubbing Cable

Double cable that lets you connect the

VIDEO and AUDIO jacks of two VHS

VCR’s to duplicate tapes. Can also be used to connect a VCR to your TV. Cable is color-coded and shielded. Has RCA-type phono plugs on each end.

S-VHS Video Cable

Has multipin S-connector on each end for

connecting S-VHS components to your TV.

When connecting an S-VHS component to the 5-V7D£C> jack on your TV, remember to also connect the left and right audio cables

(6 (iiS INPUT 1 i&Ski ¿ef^se (lie §- VU§

cable carries only the picture, not the sound.

Gold-Tipped Cable

AH077G (6-ft)

Gold-Tipped Cable

AH075G (6 ft)

VAA020 (8-fl)

Order Form •

Remote Control (205500)

This is the remote that came packed with your TV. You can use the order form to order it direct by mail if desired.

Remote Control (206800)

This is an optional remote that can be used to turn your set on/off, change channels, and adjust volume. It is a simplified remote that can be used to control basic functions.

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Optional Component Cabinet

An optional cabinet is available for Model P52750 TVs. This cabinet has been designed to complement the furniture of any room and provide organized storage space for video and audio equipment. See your local

RCA dealer for details. This cabinet is not available by mail order.

Note: All specifications and descriptions of

accessories are subject to change without notice.

To order accessories, contact your local dealer.

If a dealer is not nearby, you can also follow the directions below to order by telephone or direct-by-mail.

United States and Canada Orders

To place your order by phone, have your Visa or MasterCard ready and call the toll-free number listed below between SAM and 8PM Eastern Standard Time. Use this number only to place an order for accessory items listed on this order form.

1-800 - 338 - 0376

Most times your order will be shipped UPS within 72 hours of receipt. If ever it is not possible to ship within 30 days, we will notify you with an update on your order and an option to cancel.

To place your order by mail, detach and mail the completed order form with credit card information, money order, or check in U.S. currency (made payable to Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.) to the following address:

Mdeo Accessories PO Box 8419 Ronks, PA 17573

For more information on these accessories (or current prices), write to the following address:

Video Accessories Customer Service Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc. Distributor & Special Products 2000 Clements Bridge Rd Deptford, NJ 08096-2088

International Orders

This offer is valid only in the 50 United States. For

international orders, please send your request for quotation (not an order) to:

International Customer Service Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc. Distributor & Special Products 2000 Clements Bridge Rd Deptford, NJ 08096-2088 USA

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Troubles sometimes are caused by simple “faults” that you can easily correct without the help of a service technician by first checking a few basic remedies.

Before you call or take your unit to an Authorized RCA TV Servicenter, look below for the type of trouble you are experiencing. Then perform the simple checks and adjustments

listed for that trouble.

Checks and A^ustments

___________________________

TV will not turn on

Controls don’t work

Intermittent or no remote

Check to make sure TV is plugged in. Check the wall receptacle (or extension cord) to make sure it is “live” by plugging in something else.

Maybe batteries in remote control are “dead”. Try replacing batteries.

Maybe remote was not aimed at remote sensor. Press POWER button on TV.

Make sure power cord is fully inserted into back of TV.

If using remote control, make sure remote is in “TV Mode” by first pressing the TV button. Try unplugging set for two minutes and then turning it on again.

Make sure power cord is fully inserted into back of TV.

Maybe something was between the remote and the remote sensor.

Maybe the remote was not aimed directly at the component (TV or VCR)

you were trying to control.

Maybe remote is not in “TV Mode”. Press the TV button so remote will

control TV.

Maybe batteries in remote are weak or dead. Try replacing batteries. Maybe batteries were installed incorrectly. Try replacing batteries correctly.

If your unit is still in warranty, these checks and adjustments

could save you time and the cost of an unneeded trip to the

servicer. They also could save you the cost of a diagnosis not

covered by your warranty.

If your unit is out of warranty, tliese checks and adjustments could save you the cost of an unnccded diagnosis. If service should be necessary, the warranty explains how to get it.

Turns off while playing

Turns on unexpectedly

Alarm does not turn off TV at correct time

Blank Screen

No sound, picture okay

TV picture is fuzzy or details outlined by red, green, or blue

SLEEP TIMER function may have been activated.

ALARM OFF function may have been activated.

Electronic protection circuit may have been activated because of a power surge. Wait 30 seconds and then turn on again. If this happens frequently,

the voltage in your house may be abnormally high. Make sure power cord is fully inserted into back of TV.

ALARM ON function may have been activated.

Check ALARM ON ¡OFF function. Must be set to ON.

Check to make sure CLOCK function is set to the correct time.

Maybe Channel 90, 91, or 92 selected, but device connected to those

INPUT jacks is not turned on.

Try another channel.

Maybe sound is muted. Try pressing VOLUME up button to restore sound. Maybe TV’s speakers are turned off. Check SPEAKERS ON ¡OFF function. Check position of SPEAKER switch on back of TV.

Use the remote CONVERGENCE function to realign the projection picture

tubes.

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Can’t select certain channel

Noisy stereo reception

No picture, no sound but power light is on

Sound okay, picture poor

Picture okay, sound poor

• Channel may not be in Channel Memory. Try pressing number buttons.

• If using VCR, check to make sure TVIVCR switch on VCR is in correct

position.

• To select cable channels 100 thru 128, press number button 1 until 1—

appears. Then press other two number buttons. CABLE/AIR function must

be in CABLE mode to select channels higher than 69.

• Channel may be locked-out with Parental Control feature.

• May be a weak station. Change STEREO/SAP function to MONO setting instead of STEREO.

• Maybe someone changed CABLE/AIR function to wrong position.

• Maybe a vacant channel is tuned.

• For Channels 90, 91, and 92, make sure the component connected to those

INPUT jacks is turned on in order to see the picture.

• If watching VCR (connected only through antenna input), make sure TV is tuned to channel 3 or 4-same as CH3/CH4 switch on VCR. Also check to make sure TV/VCR switch on VCR is in correct position.

• Check antenna connections.

• Try adjusting SHARPNESS function to improve weak signals.

• Try another channel.

• Try adjusting VOLUME, BASS, and TREBLE controls.

• If station is sending stereo, tiy changing STEREO/SAP function to MONO

setting for clearer sound.

• Try adjusting SRS (•) controls to turn SRS (•) off or on.

No stereo on known stereo station

Can’t get two channels in Pix-in-Pix

No picture while using Pix-in-Pix, with S-VHS VCR or camcorder

Small picture does not have color.

Remote no longer controls cable box, VCR or audio equipment

• Make sure STEREO/SAP function is in STEREO mode.

• One channel must come thru ANT AoxB jack and the other channel must come thru the INPUT i or 2 jacks.

• If using the VCRl or VCR2 button, make sure it is programmed to select the proper video input channel as described on page 26.

• If using an S-VHS component, make sure its regular VIDEO cable is connected to INPUT 1 VIDEO jack on the TV.

• If using a VCR, make sure the AUDIO and VIDEO Oi/T jacks on the VCR are connected to the TV’s AUDIO and VIDEO IN\acks.

• If you have an S-VHS VCR (or camcorder) connected, you must also

connect a cable from the VCR’s VIDEO OUT jack to the TV’s corresponding

VIDEO /V jack in addition to the S-VHS cable.

• The small picture will not have color if the large picture signal does not have the color burst reference. All color signals and some black-and-white signals are sent with color burst information. Try changing channels of the large picture.

• Try not to press any buttons on the remote while changing its batteries. You may have to reprogram the proper code into the remote.

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IVouble Checks

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No closed captioning

Checks and Ad[|ustments

• Turn on the CAPTIONING function.

• TV program does not have closed captioning.

• Closed captioning is temporarily turned off when using the channel guide and the special features of freeze and zoom. Details are on pages 12 and 13.

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Dust TV as required, using a soft cloth or the dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner. Occasionally vacuum the ventilation slots in the cabinet to help assure adequate ventilation. Take care not to scratch the plastic surfaces.

If your TV’s cabinet has a textured finish, do not use furniture polish. Because textured finishes are porous, using furniture polish will mar their appearance. They can be easily cleaned with a damp, soft cloth.

To clean the screen, you can wipe it with a damp soft

cloth. (A very diluted, mild soap can be used on the screen if it is extremely dirty.) You can also use a non abrasive glass cleaner like Windex® or Glass Plus® with a

soft cloth. Be sure to apply cleaner to a cloth. Do not put cleaner directly on the screen.

Do not use strong cleaners, polishes, or chemically-

treated cloths to clean the screen or cabinet.

Never place drinks or vases with water on top of your TV.

Index

+ and - Buttons..................................................................4,5,6,11,14-27

Accessories..................................................................................46,47,48

Adding Channels to Memory...............................................................24

ALARM Function.............................................................................18,21

Aligning picture.....................................................................................15

Amplifier...........................................................................................43,44

ANT A ¡ANTE Connectors ANT A mdANTB Inputs

..............................................................

....................................................

7,11,18,24,25

32-34

ANT Button.......................................................................................11,25

ANTENNA Button............................................................................11,25

ANTENNA Function

Antenna Adaptor......................................................................................2

Antenna Connections............................................................................32

Arrow Buttons.............................................................................11,12,29

Attaching Power Cord.............................................................................3

.............................................................................

AUDIO Button....................................................................................9,44

AUDIO MENU..............................................................................5,16,17

Audio, Other Brands.............................................................................44

AUTOPROGRAM VwncWon....................................................4,18,24

Back of TV............................................................................................31

BALANCE Function...............................................................................16

BASS Function

Batteries (Remote)...................................................................8,35,40,44

Best Picture............................................................................................14

Brand Lists...................................................................................35,40,44

.......................................................................................

BRIGHTNESS Adjustment....................................................................14

Buttons, Remote

Buttons, VCR.........................................................................................39

.........................................................................

8-13,39

CABLE Button................................................................................9,27,35

CABLE CHAN Function.!

Cable Box Setup....................................................................................27

Cable Box, Other Brands

Cable-TV..........................................................................................33-34

...............................................................

.....................................................................

18,27

CABLEIAIR Function.............................................................................18

CABLEIANTENNA Connectors

Cables...........................................................................................46,47,48

Camcorder..............................................................................................41

Care........................................................................................................ 51

Cassette Tape Deck

....

...................................................

......................................................................

27,31

CH3ICH4 Switch...................................................................................26

CHAN CTRL Function......................................................................18,23

CHAN GUIDE Button

...........................................................................

CHAN LABEL Function.........................................................................22

CHANLABEL:FULL Display

.................................................................

CHAN MEM Function.................................................................4,18,24

CHANNEL Buttons....................................................................4,6,10,22

CHANNEL Function

Channel Guide.......................................................................................13

Channel Labeling...................................................................................22

Channel Memory..............................................................................21,24

Channel Number Display

Channels 90,91,92

Channels above 99................................................................................11

Chart (Cable Channels).........................................................................36

Cleaning.................................................................................................51

.............................................................................

.......................................................................

...................

7,11,14,24,26,28,31,36,37,40,41,42

CLEAR Button...................................................................11,18,20,22,39

Clearing Sleep Timer............................................................................20

Closed Captioning.................................................................................19

CLOCK SET Function.........................................................................5,18

Collapsible Back......................................................................................2

COLOR Adjustment...............................................................................14

Color Convergence............................................................................4,15

Commercial Skip Commercial Skip Display

Compatible Components......................................................................30

Component Buttons.................................................................................9

Computers.............................................................................................. 42

Contents...................................................................................................1

..................................................................................

......................................................................

CONTRAST Adjustment.......................................................................14

Controls (Front Panel).............................................................................6

Controls (Remote).............................................................................8-11

Converging Colors.............................................................................4,15

CONVERGENCE Function...................................................................15

CONVERTER Jack................................................................................32

CS Button...............................................................................................11

Custom Picture Memory

Decoder Box.....................................................................................33,34

Deleting Channels from Memory........................................................24

......................................................................

DEMO Function....................................................................................18

DISABLED Display DISPLAYButton

Displays (On-Screen)..............................................................................7

Erasing Channels from Memory..........................................................24

Erasing Labels.......................................................................................22

Extend Back Cover..................................................................................2

EXTERNAL SPEAKERS Terminals

Fast Forward Button

...............................................................................

...................................................................

.....................................................

.............................................................................

5,7,11,18,39

FF Button.............................................................................................. 39

First-Time Operation.....................................................................2,3,4,5

FREEZE Button

Front Panel Controls FRZ (Freeze) Button

Function Buttons......................................................................................9

.................................................................................

...............................................................................

..................................................................

11,12,29

11,12

HI FI OUT Jacks...............................................................................30,43

Home Antenna................................................................................... 32

ID Button......................................................................................35,40,44

Imprint Caution.......................................................................................1

INPUT BvLiXon.....................................................................................11

INPUT Jacks.......................................7,11,14,24,26,31,37,38,41,42,43

Installing Batteries

Interference............................................................................................30

Labeling Channels.................................................................................22

Last Function Memory...............................................................14,16,18

Locking Out Channels..........................................................................23

Memory (Channel)................................................................................24

MENU Bmon

Menus....................................................................................4,5,14,16,18

Mode, TV...............................................................................10,12,13,28

Monaural................................................................................................16

Monitor Panel........................................................................................31

..............................................................................

........................................................

4,5,6,11,14,16,17-27

MONO Position.....................................................................................16

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MUTE Button

........................................................................................

MUTE Display....................................................................................7,10

NORMIUNIFIED Switch

Number Buttons...............................................................................11,39

Nuts, Wing...............................................................................................2

OFF Button.......................................................................................11,29

......................................................................

OFF TIME Function..............................................................................21

OFFION Button.............................................................9,11,35,39,40,44

ON TIME Function...............................................................................21

On-Screen Displays.................................................................................7

ONIOFF Button.............................................................9,11,35,39,40,44

Optional Accessories..................................................................46,47,48

Order Form (Accessories)...............................................................47,48

OOr Button.............................................................................11,12,13,29

PARENTAL CONTROL Display

.......................................................

7,23

PARENTAL CTRL Function.............................................................18,23

PAUSE Button........................................................................................39

PC Button............................................................................................. 10

PICTURE RESET Function....................................................................14

Picture Adjustments..............................................................................14

Picture Memory.....................................................................................14

Picture-in-Picture.............................................................................28-29

Picture-in-Picture Buttons

.........................................................

11,28,29

PIP Button....................................................................................11,28,29

PZAy Button...........................................................................................39

Plugging in Cords..................................................................................30

Positioning Cables.................................................................................30

Positioning Speakers.............................................................................30

Positioning TV.........................................................................................3

POWER Button..................................................................................... .6

Power Cord...........................................................................................2,4

Power Failures.......................................................................................21

Power Indicator...................................................................................... 6

Precautions (Safety)................................................................Inside Front Cover

Product Registration

...............................................................

Inside Front Cover

PROG Button.........................................................................................39

Programming Remote

................................................................

35,40,44

RECORD Button.....................................................................................39

Registration Card Remote Control

Remote Sensor....................................................................................... 6

Remote, Programming

Repair...............................................................................49,Back Cover

Replacing Batteries..............................................................*

FFMA® Button.................................................................................... 39

S-VIDEO Connector

Safety Precautions...................................................................Inside Front Cover

....................................................................

.........

!................................................ 8-11,34,40,44,47

...............................................................

................................................

7,11,24,26,31,38,41

Inside Front Cover

35,40,44

...................

SAP..........................................................................................................16

Scrambled Channels

SELECT OUT Jacks

Service.............................................................................49,Back Cover

SET CLOCK Display

...................................................................

...............................................................

..............................................................................

33,34,36

31,38,41,43

Setting Sleep Timer...............................................................................20

SETUP MENU...........................................................................4,5,18-27

SHARPNESS Adjustment......................................................................14

SLEEP Display.....................................................................................7,20

SLEEP TIMER Function...................................................................18,20

Sleep Timer Display..............................................................................20

Sleep Timer, Clearing

Sound Retrieval System (•).............................................................11,17

5FFAAFF Switch.............................................................................31,45

Speaker Connections.............................................................................45

SPEAKERS Function

...........................................................................

........................................................................

16,45

SRS (•) Button........................................................................................11

SRS (•) Function

...............................................................................

16,17

SRS WIDTH Function......................................................................16,17

SRS. ONIOFF Function....................................................................16,17

Stacking..................................................................................................30

Stand........................................................................................................47

Status Displays.........................................................................................7

STEREO Indicator...............................................................................7,16

STEREOISAP Function

....................................................................

16,17

STOP Button...........................................................................................39

5WAF Button....................................................................................11,29

Table of Contents Theory, Remote Control

Time Display............................................................................................7

TINT Adjustment

Tips to Read...........................................................................................30

TREBLE Function

Trouble Checks................................................................................49-51

TV Button

TV Mode................................................................................10,12,13,28

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.....

.......................................................................... 16

......................................................................

4,5,7,9,10,1.8,20

VCR 1 CHAN Function....................................................................18,26

VCR 2 CHAN Function....................................................................18,26

VCR Channel Setup..............................................................................26

VCR Connections

VCR Mode...................................................................................... 39,40

VCR’s, Other Brands.......................................................................40,44

............................................................................

37,38

VCRl Button...................................................................... 9,26,28,40,41

VCR2 Button VIDEO MENU

Video Game Caution

Video Input Channels............................................24,31,36,37,40,41,42

Viewing Area...........................................................................................3

VOLUME Buttons

Warranty Warranty Registration Card

Wing Nuts.................................................................................................2

......................................................................

...................

................................................................................Back Cover

:............................................................

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....

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,......................................4,6,10,15,22

...................................

9,26,28,40,41

^.5,14

1,14,42

Inside Front Cover

ZOOM Button........................................................................11,12,13,29

Limited Warranty

What your warranty covers:

• Any defect in material or workmanship.

For how' long after your purchase:

• 90 days for labor charges.

• One year for parts.

• Two years for picture tube.

The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental.

What we will do:

• Pay any Authorized RCA Television Servicenter the labor charges to repair your television.

• Pay any Authorized RCA Television Servicenter for the new or, at our option, rebuilt replacement parts and picture tube required to repair your television.

How you get service:

• Request in-home service from any Authorized RCA Television Servicenter. To identify your nearest Authorized RCA Television Servicenter, ask your Dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-336-1900.

• Show the service technician your evidence of purchase date.

What your warranty does not cover;

• Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual clearly describes how to install, adjust, and operate your television. Any additional information should be obtained from your Dealer.)

• Installation and related adjustments.

• Signal reception problems not caused by your television.

• Damage from misuse or neglect.

• Remote control batteries.

• A television that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes.

• A television purchased or serviced outside the USA.

Product Registration:

• Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your set. It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.

How state law relates to this warranty:

• This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state.

If you purchased your television in Canada;

• The Canadian Warranty applies in place of this Warranty.

If you would like a copy of this mai French, plea.se follow the instructio

Si un livret d'instructions en fiançai inclus avec votre appareil, vous poi obtenir un (INDIQUER LE NUMÉ MODÈLE, \'OTRE NOM, ET VO' ADRESSE) en vous adressant à:

Thomson Consumer Electronics P.O. Box 0944 Indianapolis, Indiana 46206-0944 Attn: Canadian Operations

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For Canadian Consumers, the toll fi numbers are:

English: 1-800-522-033Î French: 1-800-522-044:

®1993 Thomson Consumer Electror Trademark(s)® Registered

RCA NCJ11 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Safety Prec^nâml

WARNING

Product Registration

Mail Your Registration Card Today

Record Vital Information Here

Ltroductióll

Thank you for choosing RCA

About This Manual

1. Unpack TV and accessories.

2. Install batteries in remote control.

3. Extend back cover.

4. Position TV in room.

CAUTION: Inadequate or poor ventilation may cause overheating, damage, or the risk of fire hazard.

6, Coanect antenna or cable-TV system.

6. Attach power cord.

7. Thm on TV, adjust the volume, and select a channel.

8. Converge Colors if Necessary.

9. AutoProgram the TV’s

channel memory. + Bunon

10. Set the clock.

11. Review menus.

12. Review other features.

- and + Buttons

(T) Time Display

Sleep Timer (SL££P)

Channel Label

Channel

Commercial Skip

©) Captioning

—Installing/Replacing Batteries

emote Control Operation (со

emote Control Operation (continued)

@ CLEAR Button

(J) SR S{ 9) * Button

Arrow Buttons

FRZ (Freeze) Button

MENU Button and -/+ Buttons

INPUT Button

CS (Commercial Skip) Button

ZOOM and OUT Buttons

Picture-in-Picture Buttons

ANT (Antenna) Button

Number Buttons (0-9)

® OFF/OV Button

(with remote only)

Adjusting for a Color Picture that Pleases You

Custom Picture Memory for Input Channels

Converging (Aligning) the Colors

Mo MENU -itì^i^llnsthictìoìis

ound Retrieval System - SRS (•)

Instructions

Setting Closed Captioning (with or without remote)

I—Ibrning Captioning Off

Clearing Sleep Timer

saB2

Activating Parental Control (with remote only)

f'Changing Antenna Input

Changing Antenna Input

Changing Channels (PIP)

Starting Picture-in-Picture (PIP)

iiitd^-lh-Pidare (PIP) (continned)

éforè Connecting Comp^ÉêÉf^

Compatible Components

Stacking Arrangements

Plugging in Power Cords

Turning Off Power Before Connecting Components

Positioning Cables to Avoid Hum

Positioning Speakers to Avoid Interference

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-OR-

-OR-

-OR-

Scrambled Cable-TV Channels

mining Remote to Control Cable Box

Code Number(s)

Brand of Cal>le-T\' Box