RCA P60921 User Manual

USER’S GUIDE

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this TV to rain or moisture.

WARNING	To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove
RISK OF ELECTRIC	cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside.
	Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

This symbol indicates		This symbol indicates
"dangerous voltage" inside		important instructions
the product that presents a		accompanying the product.
risk of electric shock or
personal injury.

Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.

Attention: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqú au fond.

Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your product for its proper operating voltage.

FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate it.

If fixed (non-moving) images are left on the screen for long periods, they may be permanently imprinted on the screen. Such images include network logos, phone numbers, and video games. This damage is not covered by your warranty. Extended viewing of channels displaying these images should be avoided.

Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (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.

Product Registration

Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning the card allows us to contact you if needed.

Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you need them. The numbers are located on the back of the television.

Model No. ____________________________________________________

Serial No. ____________________________________________________

Purchase Date:

________________________________________________

Dealer/Address/Phone: ___________________________________________________________________________________

VCR Plus+, C3, PlusCode and GUIDE Plus+ are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.

The VCR Plus+ and GUIDE Plus+ systems are manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation and VCR Index Systems B.V., respectively.

GEMSTAR IS NOT IN ANY WAY LIABLE FOR THE ACCURACY OF THE PROGRAM SCHEDULE INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THE GUIDE PLUS+ SYSTEM. IN NO EVENT SHALL GEMSTAR BE LIABLE FOR ANY AMOUNTS REPRESENTING LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROVISION OR USE OF ANY INFORMATION EQUIPMENT, OR SERVICES RELATING TO THE GUIDE PLUS+ SYSTEM.

VCR required for recording.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SETUP AND CONNECTIONS ..........................................................	3
Step 1: Unpack the TV ......................................................................	4
Step 2: Connect Your TV ..................................................................	4
TV Only(pip not available) ........................................................	4
The Basic connection(pip not available) ...................................	5
Advanced Connections ..............................................................	6
Step 3: Connect the IR Controller ....................................................	9
Step 4: Plug in the TV .....................................................................	10
Step 5: Place Batteries in Remote ..................................................	10
Step 6: Turn On the TV ...................................................................	10
Step 7: Program the TV ..................................................................	10
INTERACTIVE SETUP ....................................................................	11
Using Point and Select ...................................................................	12
Entering Setup ................................................................................	12
Selecting a Language .....................................................................	13
Auto Channel Search .....................................................................	13
The GUIDE PIus+ System ................................................................	14
Setting Up the GUIDE PIus+ System ........................................	14
Setting the Time .............................................................................	16
Setting the VCR1 Channel (auto tuning) ......................................	17
Setting the VCR2 Channel (auto tuning) ......................................	17
Setting the DVD Channel (auto tuning) .......................................	18
Setting the SAT/CABLE Channel (auto tuning) .............................	19
Labeling the Channels ...................................................................	20
USING THE REMOTE.....................................................................	21
Remote Buttons ..............................................................................	22
Using the WHO•INPUT Button ................................................	23
Programming the Remote .............................................................	24
Testing the Remote ..................................................................	24
Using the Remote to Control a Device ...................................	25
Modes of Operation ................................................................	25
Front Panel .....................................................................................	25

TABLE OF CONTENTS

USING THE MENUS.......................................................................	27
Menus and Control Panels .............................................................	28
Audio Menu ....................................................................................	30
Using the Remote to Select an Audio Processor ..........................	31
Picture Quality Menu .....................................................................	32
Screen Menu ...................................................................................	33
Using Closed Captioning .........................................................	34
Channel Menu ................................................................................	35
Time Menu ......................................................................................	36
Other Menus ...................................................................................	36
FEATURES AND CONTROLS .........................................................	37
GUIDE PIus+ Menu .........................................................................	38
About the GUIDE PIus+ System .....................................................	38
Getting In & Out of the Guide PIus+ System ..........................	39
Downloading Data ..................................................................	39
The Different GUIDE PIus+ System Menus .............................	39
Grid Guide ................................................................................	40
Sort ...........................................................................................	41
News .........................................................................................	41
Schedule ...................................................................................	42
Messages ..................................................................................	43
Editor ........................................................................................	43
PIP (Picture-in-Picture) Operation .................................................	45
Channel Marker ..............................................................................	46
Parental Controls and V-Chip ........................................................	47
V-Chip TV Rating Limit ............................................................	48
V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ......................................................	52
V-Chip Unrated Program Block ...............................................	53
Channel Block ..........................................................................	53
Front Panel Block .....................................................................	53
Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ................................................	53
REFERENCE .....................................................................................	54
Troubleshooting .............................................................................	54
Care and Cleaning ..........................................................................	56
RCA PROJECTION TV WARRANTY .................................................	57
Accessory Information ...................................................................	58
INDEX .............................................................................................	61

SETUP AND CONNECTIONS

GETTING STARTED

This manual is designed to get you started quickly. The first five sections of the manual show you how to get your TV set up and connected, run the Interactive Setup, program the remote, and use all of the menus, features, and controls of your TV.

The Reference section in the back of the book contains troubleshooting tips, care and cleaning instructions, accessory ordering information and your warranty.

Well… if your TV’s out of the box, let’s get started.

1 SETUP AND CONNECTIONS

2 INTERACTIVE SETUP

3 USING THE REMOTE

4 USING THE MENU SYSTEM

5 FEATURES AND CONTROLS

6 REFERENCE

Check out the notes that have been added throughout the manual in these Tip Boxes. There are some important tips that will help you get the most from your TV.

SETUP AND CONNECTIONS

STEP 1: UNPACK THE TV

Make sure to locate the remote control.

STEP 2: CONNECT YOUR TV

There are three types of connections outlined in this section:

TV Only:	If you’re only going to connect the
	TV to your home antenna or cable
	system.
The Basic Connection:	If you’re going to connect the TV to a
	VCR or satellite receiver.
Advanced Connections:	If you’re going to make multiple
	connections, hooking up the TV to a
	VCR and a satellite receiver.

Cable information and illustrations are given for each type of connection. Once you have completed your desired connection you may skip forward to Step 3.

TV ONLY(PIP NOT AVAILABLE)

This is a basic connection from an antenna or cable system to your TV. Connect the cable into the Cable/Antenna jack as shown.

Important Stand Information

CAUTION: Choose the location for your TV carefully. Take precautions that the stand or other furniture on which the TV is placed is properly located (see Important Safeguards sheet) and of adequate size and strength to prevent the TV from accidentally being tipped over, pushed off, or pulled off. This could cause damage to the TV and/or personal injury.

Before You Connect

Protect against power surges:

•Connect all components before plugging any power cords into the wall outlet.

•Turn off the TV and/or component before connecting or disconnecting any cables.

•Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safeguards sheet packed with your TV.

Cables

You will use the following cable to make your connection:

Coaxial Cable: These cables carry audio and video signals to the TV from an antenna, cable, or cable box.

CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA

INPUT 1	INPUT 2		S-VIDEO
INPUT 1	VIDEO	L—AUDIO—R	S-VIDEO
VIDEO
R	R
AUDIO	AUDIO
L	L		INPUT
			INPUT
S-VIDEO	AUDIO OUTPUT

Once you have completed this connection you may skip to Step 3.

This Connection Will Not Allow You to Use Your PIP

Your TV is equipped with a single tuner, which means you must connect with a second video source using Audio/Video Cables to view PIP. This TV Only connection will not enable you to use your PIP, but will get your TV up and running quickly.

Refer to Advanced Connections for connecting Audio/Video cables to your VCR or other video component.

SETUP AND CONNECTIONS

THE BASIC CONNECTION(PIP NOT AVAILABLE)

The basic connection below (TV and VCR) is the most common connection and is therefore used to illustrate a single component connection with your TV. For better sound and picture quality and multiple component connection information refer to the next section,

Advanced Connections.

Cables

You will use the following type of cable to make your connection:

Coaxial Cables: In this connection, two coaxial cables are used: one connects from an antenna, cable, or cable box to the VCR, and one connects from the VCR to the TV. These cables carry both audio and video signals.

CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA

VCR 1

OUT	IN FROM ANT CH3
OUT	CH4
	OUT TO TV
VIDEO AUDIO

TV
	INPUT 2		S-VIDEO
INPUT 1	VIDEO	L—AUDIO—R	S-VIDEO
VIDEO			VCR
			CONTROL
R	R
AUDIO	AUDIO		CABLE/
L	L		ANTENNA
			INPUT
S-VIDEO	AUDIO OUTPUT

To VCR

To cable box (If you do not have a cable box, then leave this portion unconnected.)

Once you have completed this connection you may skip to Step 3, “Connect the IR Controller.”

This Connection Will Not Allow You to Use PIP

Your TV is equipped with a single tuner, which means you must connect with a second video source using Audio/Video Cables to view PIP. This Basic Connection will not enable you to use your PIP, but will get your TV up and running quickly.

Refer to Advanced Connections for connecting Audio/Video cables to your VCR or other video component.

How to View the VCR

To watch the VCR in this connection tune TV to Channel 3 or 4.

Later, in the Interactive Setup section you will program the TV to automatically tune to Channel 3 or 4 when you turn on the VCR.

SETUP AND CONNECTIONS

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

Advanced connections give you better sound and video by separating the audio and video signals and enabling you to connect multiple components.

This section describes the types of inputs available on the back of your TV and suggests ways you can use them for optimum performance.

Once you have made your connections you will need to program the TV to tune to the correct Video INPUT channel in order to see and hear audio and video from the component. You will program this later in the Interactive Setup.

Back of the TV

The diagram below describes each of the back panel jacks. When connecting A/V cables, be sure to connect corresponding OUTPUTS and INPUTS (Video to Video, Right Audio to Right Audio, etc.).

	Input 1
Connect any of the following components:
• VCR	• Internet Access Device
• Laserdisc Player	• DVD Player
• Satellite Receiver

To view the component connected to Input 1: Use the WHO•INPUT button on the remote.

Input 2
Connect any of the following components:
• VCR	• Internet Access Device
• Laserdisc Player	• DVD Player
• Satellite Receiver

To view the component connected to Input 2: Use the WHO•INPUT button on the remote.

S-Video
This optional		INPUT 2
connection can	INPUT 1	VIDEO L AUDIO R	S-VIDEO
connection can	VIDEO		VCR
be used for	VIDEO		VCR
be used for			CONTROL
better video	R	R
better video	AUDIO	AUDIO	CABLE/
quality picture.	L	L	ANTENNA
quality picture.			INPUT
			INPUT
	S-VIDEO	AUDIO OUTPUT

Audio Outputs	Cable/Antenna
Connect to an audio receiver or	Takes the signal input from a cable,
amplifier for variable controlled	cable box, or an off-air antenna. Can also
or fixed level stereo output.	be used for basic component connections.

S-Video

This optional connection can be used for better video quality picture.

VCR Control

Connect Guide Plus+ controller for one-button recording and channel tuning from the Guide.

SETUP AND CONNECTIONS

Sample Connections

The following are sample connection scenarios you may encounter when connecting components to your TV. Note: those components which offer an S-Video connection, such as DVD, VCR or satellite receivers, must match their S-Video connection with their audio INPUT connection.

Cables

You will use the following types of cables to make your connection:

Coaxial Cables: Carry the signal from the antenna or cable directly to the television or through a cable box, as needed by your cable system.

Audio/Video Cables: Carry audio and video from a component to the TV.

S-Video Cable: Carry video from an S- Video capable component which provides best picture quality.

TV and Stereo VCR

Compared to the Basic Connection, using Audio/Video and

S-Video (if available) cables will enhance the sound and picture quality from a component.

Cautions:

Position Cables to Avoid Audio Hum or Interference

•Insert all cables firmly into jacks.

•Place the audio/video cables to the sides of the TV’s back panel instead of straight down the middle.

•Try not to coil any twin-lead cables and keep them away from the audio/video cables.

Protect Your Components From

Overheating

•Do not block ventilation holes in any of the components. Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely.

•Do not stack components.

•Allow adequate ventilation when placing your components in a stand.

•Place an amplifier on the top shelf of the stand so heated air rising from it will not flow around other components.

CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA	How to View Your VCR

			To watch the VCR in this connection, press TV to put the
VCR			remote control into TV mode, then press WHO•INPUT to
VCR			toggle through the video (VID) inputs.
		IN FROM ANT CH3	toggle through the video (VID) inputs.
IN		IN FROM ANT CH3
IN		CH4	In the Interactive Setup section you can program the TV to
		CH4
VIDEO	R AUDIO L	OUT TO TV
OUT			automatically tune to the VID input channel when you turn
			automatically tune to the VID input channel when you turn
			on the VCR.
TV
VIDEO	INPUT 2	VCR		Most Audio/Video cables are
INPUT 1	VIDEO	L—AUDIO—R S-VIDEO
		CONTROL		combined into one cable with
R	R			combined into one cable with
		INPUT		three heads on each
AUDIO	AUDIO	CABLE/
L	L	ANTENNA
					VIDEO (YELLOW)
S-VIDEO	AUDIO OUTPUT			We show individual
	AUDIO OUTPUT

				cables in these
				sample connections.	RIGHT AUDIO (RED)
	To VCR			Either may be used,
	To VCR			you must be sure to connect	LEFT AUDIO (WHITE)
				Video to Video, Right to Right	LEFT AUDIO (WHITE)
		To cable box (If you do not have a		Video to Video, Right to Right
		To cable box (If you do not have a		and Left to Left.
		cable box, then leave this portion		and Left to Left.
		cable box, then leave this portion
		unconnected.)

SETUP AND CONNECTIONS

TV, VCR and Satellite Receiver

CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA	SATELLITE SIGNAL
SATELLITE RECEIVER
IN FROM ANT
OUT
OUT TO TV	SATELLITE
S-VIDEO VIDEO R L	IN
VCR
IN	IN FROM ANT	CH3
IN		CH3
VIDEO L AUDIO R		CH4
VIDEO L AUDIO R
OUT	OUT TO TV

INPUT 1	INPUT 2		S-VIDEO
INPUT 1	VIDEO	L—AUDIO—R	S-VIDEO
VIDEO			VCR
			CONTROL
R	R
AUDIO	AUDIO		CABLE/
L	L		ANTENNA
			INPUT
S-VIDEO	AUDIO OUTPUT

To VCR

How to View Your Components

To watch the satellite receiver in this connection, press TV to put the remote control into TV mode, then press WHO•INPUT to scroll through the video input channels until you tune to VID (or SVID) input.

To watch the VCR in this connection, press the WHO•INPUT to scroll through the video input channels until you tune to VID2.

In the Interactive Setup you can program the TV to automatically tune to the correct input channel when you turn on your component.

To cable box (If you do not have a cable box, then leave this portion unconnected.)

CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA

SATELLITE SIGNAL

SATELLITE RECEIVER

	IN FROM ANT
OUT
	OUT TO TV	SATELLITE
S-VIDEO VIDEO R	L	IN

VCR

IN	IN FROM ANT CH3
IN	CH4
VIDEO L AUDIO R	OUT TO TV
OUT

DVD PLAYER

OUT

VIDEO R L S-VIDEO

	SPEAKER	+ RIGHT -	+ LEFT -
	SELECTION	+ RIGHT -	+ LEFT -
	EXTERNAL INTERNAL
	SPEAKERS
	INPUT 2		S-VIDEO
INPUT 1	VIDEO	L—AUDIO—R	S-VIDEO
VIDEO			VCR
			CONTROL
R	R
AUDIO	AUDIO		CABLE/
L	L		ANTENNA
			INPUT
S-VIDEO	AUDIO OUTPUT

How to View Your Components

To watch the Satellite Receiver in this connection, press TV to put the remote control into TV mode, then press WHO•INPUT to scroll through the video input channels until you tune to VID1 ( or SVID 1) input.

To watch the VCR in this connection, press the WHO•INPUT to scroll through the video input channels until you tune to VID2.

To watch the DVD player in this connection, press TV to put the remote control into TV mode, then press WHO•INPUT to scroll through the video input channels until you tune to VID2 ( or SVID 2) input.

In the Interactive Setup you can program the TV to automatically tune to the correct input channel when you turn on your component.

To VCR

To cable box (If you do not have a cable box, then leave this portion unconnected.)

SETUP AND CONNECTIONS

STEP 3: CONNECT THE IR CONTROLLER

The IR (Infrared) Controller enables the GUIDE Plus+ system to control your VCR and cable box (if necessary) so you can tune to television channels and even start recording a program from the GUIDE Plus+ system.

After you have affixed the ends of the controller to the necessary components (VCR, or Cable box), you will use the on-screen interactive setup routine for the GUIDE Plus+ system to test the connected components.

The IR Controller is used to send commands to your VCR and/or cable box.

ATTACHING THE IR CONTROLLER

Some components label the infrared remote sensor, and others do not. If your component is labeled, affix the IR controller directly over the sensor. If the IR location is not labeled on your component, you need to use to use the component’s remote control to locate the sensor.

1.Hold the component’s remote control (not the remote that came with your TV) so that it is touching the front of the component.

2.Slowly move the remote over the front of the component while pressing the remote power button on and off. (Be sure to press and release the power button each time you move the remote. Holding the button may not work.)

Cable Box

VCR

CHANNEL

3.When the component turns off or on, you’ve located the sensor.

4.Affix the controller’s node directly to the remote sensor.

VCR

SENSOR	CHANNEL
	SENSOR

Attach to the VCR

Note

Since the adhesive is lo-tack, it will not mar the finish of VCRs, cable boxes, or other products, but the adhesive will wear down if removed and applied many times.

Attach to the cable box. If you do not have a cable box, just leave it unattached.

Connect to the TV

Tip

You may want to use a piece of clear plastic tape to temporarily affix the controller’s node until you have completed the interactive setup. That way you can easily move it if you have not placed it exactly over the sensor.

SETUP AND CONNECTIONS

STEP 4: PLUG IN THE TV

Plug the end into the wall outlet, matching the wide blade of the plug with the wide slot in the outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely.

STEP 5: PLACE BATTERIES IN REMOTE

•Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the remote.

•Insert fresh batteries. Make sure that the polarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly.

•Replace the cover.

STEP 6: TURN ON THE TV

Press TV on the remote, or press POWER on the TV itself.

Pressing the TV button not only turns on the TV, but puts the remote into TV mode, so that the buttons on the remote will control TV functions.

ON-SCREEN PROGRAM GUIDE

The TV is designed to bring up the GUIDE Plus+ on-screen program guide when you use the TV button on the remote to turn on the TV (after you have set up the GUIDE Plus+ system). For more information on setting up the GUIDE Plus+ system, see the next section, Interactive Setup.

To get out of the GUIDE Plus+ System:

•Press OK to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and tune to the highlighted channel.

•Press GUIDE to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and tune to the channel displayed in the View window.

•Press CLEAR to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and go to the last channel you were watching.

STEP 7: PROGRAM THE TV

Proceed to the next section, Interactive Setup. The interactive setup routine walks you through the steps needed to fully configure the TV. The first steps ask you to select your preferred language for the menu system and to begin the auto channel search, which puts available cable TV or antenna signals into the TV’s memory.

VCR1	ON OFF	TV
		TV
DVD	VCR2 AUX	SAT CABLE
MUTE		SKIP
	CH +
L		V
OV		O
		L
	CH -
SOUND		GO BACK
GUIDE		INFO

If the picture appears to have a double or triple image or if you notice rings or halos around objects, you may have to adjust the color convergence. Details can be found under the Screen menu heading in the “Using the Menu System” section of this manual.

INTERACTIVE SETUP

THERE’S AN ON-SCREEN SETUP ROUTINE

The interactive setup routine helps you through the steps needed to configure the TV and set up the GUIDE Plus+ menu system:

•Select a menu language

•Search for available channels

•Set up the GUIDE Plus+ system

•Set the time

•Set the VCR1 channel

•Set the VCR2 channel

•Set the DVD channel

•Set the SAT/CABLE channel

•Make the channel list and labels

1 SETUP AND CONNECTIONS

2 INTERACTIVE SETUP

3 USING THE REMOTE

4 USING THE MENU SYSTEM

5 FEATURES AND CONTROLS

6 REFERENCE

INTERACTIVE SETUP

USING POINT AND SELECT

You only need to know one rule when using the remote to access onscreen menus and control panels: point and select. The point and select method has two steps.

1.Point to a menu item using the MOVE arrows on the remote.

To point up or down, press the up or down arrows. To point left or right, press the left or right arrows.

2.Select a menu item by pressing OK.

Selecting an item tells the TV’s menu system to go ahead and make the change or go to a place you have indicated.

ENTERING SETUP

The first screen of the Interactive Setup appears automatically when you turn on your TV for the first time or after a power outage.

SETUP

When first used or after a power outage, your television needs to be set up.

Would you like to begin now?

Press MENU to begin setup or

Press CLEAR to exit.

1.Press MENU to begin setup or CLEAR to exit.

You can also access the Interactive Setup through the Main menu:

1.Press MENU to bring up the Main menu.

TV MAIN MENU

1 Audio

2 Picture Quality

3 Screen

4 Channel

5 Time

6 Parental Control

7 GUIDE Plus+ Menu

8 Setup

0Exit

2.Point to Setup and press OK. The first Setup screen comes up, asking you to confirm that you want to begin.

CLEAR

Point and Select

buttons

You can also select a menu item by entering the item number with the number buttons on the remote.

Press CLEAR at any time to remove all displays from the screen and return to TV viewing.

Many VCR user manuals refer to a PROGRAM button. The MENU button on this remote works as a PROGRAM button in VCR mode. Other manuals may refer to a SELECT button. The OK button on this remote works as a SELECT button.

INTERACTIVE SETUP

SETUP

Would you like to begin Setup now?

1 Begin setup now

2 Cancel setup

3.Point to Begin setup now and press OK.

SELECTING A LANGUAGE

The first part of the setup routine asks you to select your preferred language for the menu system.

SETUP

Select the language to be used in these menus.

1 English

2 Español

3Français

1.Point to your preferred language for the menu system.

2.Press OK to select that language.

AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH

The next part of the setup routine asks you if you want the TV to search for all channels viewable through your antenna or cable TV system. This is sometimes called “auto programming.”

SETUP

Would you like the TV to search for all available channels?

1 Search for channels

2 Skip this step

1.Press OK to tell the TV to begin searching for channels. The display gives you a progress report and tells you when it has finished.

2.Press OK to continue.

If you skip Auto Channel Search now, you can access it later through the Channel menu. See Using the Menu System for more details.

INTERACTIVE SETUP

THE GUIDE PIUS+ SYSTEM

The next step lets you set up the GUIDE Plus+ system to display your local program listings, and control your cable box and VCR.

Press OK to bring up the GUIDE Plus+ initial menu or point to Skip this Step to move to the next step in the Interactive Setup.

SETUP

This TV has GUIDE Plus+, the new on-screen program guide with one-button VCR recording.

1 Set up GUIDE Plus+

2 Skip this step

Options

Exit

You can set up the GUIDE Plus+ system during Interactive Setup or by selecting the GUIDE Plus+ Menu from the Main Menu. You can also access the GUIDE Plus+ menus by pressing menu on the remote and selecting GUIDE Plus+ Menu.

SETTING UP THE GUIDE PIUS+ SYSTEM

To complete GUIDE Plus+ setup, the GUIDE Plus+ IR controllers must be connected to your cable box and VCR if you have them. Refer to the Setup and Connections section for additional information.

Select your Country and enter your ZIP or Postal code.

The next series of screens asks you about your cable TV setup. If you have a cable box, you need to set the GUIDE Plus+ system to control it. Otherwise, it may not be able to locate and download program information.

Tune your cable box to Channel 2 and then select the brand of your cable box from the choices available. The system then searches for the correct code to control your cable box. When your cable box switches to channel 9 it has located the correct code.

INTERACTIVE SETUP

Select Yes if the cable box changed to channel 9, or No if it did not. If you select No, the system will try another code.

If the GUIDE Plus+ system cannot recognize either your cable box or VCR after several tries, a screen stating “Cable Box (VCR) test failed...Please consult your manual and try again” appears. You have a choice to either Try Again or Skip Cable Box Setup. If you get this message, you should also:

•Double check the brand of your cable box or VCR, and try entering it again.

•Check to make sure the IR controllers are positioned correctly.

If you choose to skip the cable box (or VCR) setup some features of the guide may not be available until you successfully complete this procedure.

Once the correct model of cable box (or VCR) has been identified, you need to set the cable box’s output channel. Enter the channel you use to view channels through your cable box—usually 3 or 4. Consult your cable box’s instruction book or your cable company if you are not sure. Choose 0 to use VIDEO INPUT.

Select YES if you have a VCR, or NO if not. (Answering NO automatically skips forward to the end of GUIDE Plus+ setup.)

Tune your VCR to channel 2 and turn it off. Enter the brand of your VCR.

When the GUIDE Plus+ system correctly identifies the correct code for your VCR, the VCR’s tuner changes to channel 9.

Select YES if the VCR automatically changed to channel 9, or NO if it did not.

If you select NO, the system will try another code.

The last screen comes up when you’ve successfully finished the GUIDE Plus+ setup.

Remember:

•Leave your cable box turned ON to download program information.

•Leave your VCR turned OFF to record programs and download information.

Press OK to leave the GUIDE Plus+ system setup.

INTERACTIVE SETUP

SETTING THE TIME

The next step in the Interactive Setup lets you set the time of day. If your GUIDE Plus+ system has not completed its first download, you need to set the time. Once the system has completed its first download, it sets the time for you automatically.

SETUP

Would you like to set the time on the TV?

1 Set time

2 Skip this step

1. Press MENU or OK to bring up the SET TIME control panel.

SET TIME

:AM

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Press MENU to exit.

2.Use the left and right arrows to point to the hour and minutes spaces. Use the digits to enter the numbers and the up and down arrows to change from AM to PM.

3.Press MENU or OK to continue.

INTERACTIVE SETUP

SETTING THE VCR1 CHANNEL (AUTO

TUNING)

The next step lets you set the VCR1 channel. When you set the VCR1 channel, you’re telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press the VCR1 button on the remote. This is called auto tuning.

Indicate which input you used to connect the VCR. If you don’t have a VCR1 component connected to the TV, skip this step or select Not Connected from the VCR1 Channel choice list. (For more information, see Auto Tuning in the Using the Menus section.)

SETUP

Would you like to use a VCR with your TV?

1 Use TV with a VCR

2 Skip this step

1. Press MENU or OK to bring up the VCR1 choice list.

SET VCR1 CHANNEL

1 Not connected

2 Channel 3

3 Channel 4

4 Video 1 Input

5 Video 2 Input

2.Point to the choice that matches the way you have your VCR connected to the TV.

3.Press MENU or OK to continue.

SETTING THE VCR2 CHANNEL (AUTO

TUNING)

The next step lets you set the VCR2 channel. When you set the VCR2 channel, you’re telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press the VCR2 button on the remote.

Indicate which input you used to connect a second VCR. If you don’t have a second VCR component connected to the TV, skip this step or select Not Connected from the VCR2 Channel choice list. (For more information, see Auto Tuning in the Using the Menu System section.)

INTERACTIVE SETUP

SETUP

Would you like to use a second

VCR with your TV?

1 Use TV with VCR 2

2 Skip this step

1.Press MENU or OK to bring up the VCR2 choice list.

SET VCR2 CHANNEL

1 Not connected

2 Channel 3

3 Channel 4

4 Video 1 Input

5 Video 2 Input

2.Point to the choice that matches the way you have your second VCR connected to the TV.

3.Press MENU or OK to continue.

SETTING THE DVD CHANNEL (AUTO

TUNING)

The next step lets you set the DVD channel. When you set the DVD channel, you’re telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press the DVD button on the remote.

Indicate which input you used to connect a DVD player. If you don’t have a DVD player connected to the TV, skip this step or select Not Connected from the DVD Channel choice list. (For more information, see Auto Tuning in the Using the Menus section.)

SETUP

Would you like to use a DVD with your TV?

1 Use TV with DVD

2 Skip this step

1.Press MENU or OK to bring up the DVD choice list.

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