RCA F38310 manual

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T able of Contents 1 Setup and Connections ....................................... 5 Step 1: Unpack the System .............................................................. 6 Step 2: Connect Y our TV to Other Components ............................. 6 Jacks and Cables ......................................................................... 7 Fron[...]

T able of Contents 2 Sorting the DIRECTV ® Programming Guide ................................. 38 The Other Icons .............................................................................. 42 Adjusting TV Controls ....................................... 43 Picture Quality Controls ...............................................................[...]

T able of Contents 3 Options and Preferences .................................. 63 Changing the Signal Source .......................................................... 64 Changing the Signal T ype .............................................................. 64 Auto T uning .........................................................................[...]

High Definition refers to a new way of sending programming information over the airwaves and into your TV . There are two types of TV display formats available. One is A TSC format, which originated from the Advanced T elevision Systems Committee. The other is NTSC format, which is named for the National T elevision System Committee. What makes you[...]

5 Using The Program Guides Getting St arted This section tells you how to get your HDTV set up and connected. It describes the cables you will need, explains the front and back panels, and walks you through the steps needed to start using your TV . ➣➣➣➣➣➣➣ ➣ Reference 9 Using The Profiles 6 Adjusting TV Controls 5 4 Ba sic T V Opera[...]

Setup and Connecti ons 6 Step 1: Unp ack the S ystem Make sure to locate the remote control and power cord. Step 2: Connect Y our TV to Other Components During the satellite dish antenna installation, the TV may have been connected with just a coaxial cable for the system test. Depending on what components you have, another connection may provide b[...]

Setup and C onnections 7 Jacks and Cables Below is a description of the jacks and cables you can use to make connections. Note that not all cables come with your television unit. S-Video Jack and Cable The S-Video jack pr ovides the best picture quality for your system. This jack is available on this TV and is used in conjunction with audio cables.[...]

Setup and Connecti ons 8 Front Buttons The diagrams below describe the front panel and front input jacks on the TV . Please note that the exact look of the buttons pictured here may be different from yours. TV|DIRECTV T oggles between TV mode and DIRECTV mode. INFO Brings up the on-screen channel banner . Press when in the program guide to get more[...]

Setup and C onnections 9 Front Inputs The monitor has front inputs for convenience; one set of audio/video inputs and a headphone jack. These jacks let you connect a baseband NTSC (analog) component such as a VCR, Internet access device, game, or camcorder . Look for a hinged door and gently lift the cover open. Please note that the exact look of t[...]

Setup and Connecti ons 10 Back of the TV The diagram below describes each of the back panel jacks found on the TV . When connecting A/V cables, be sure to connect corresponding outputs and inputs (video to video, right audio to right audio, etc.). SA TELLITE IN Use to connect the satellite dish antenna to the TV using an RG6 cable. ACCESS CARD Inse[...]

Setup and C onnections 11 INPUT 1 Lets you connect a baseband NTSC (analog) component such as a VCR, laserdisc player , Internet access device, or DVD player . • VIDEO provides composite video connection. The video connector is usually yellow . • L AUDIO provides left audio connection. The left audio connector is usually white. • R AUDIO prov[...]

Setup and Connecti ons 12 The Ba sic Connection TV and VCR How to view programming: • T o watch cable TV or off-air TV programs from an antenna in this connection, press ANTENNA on the remote control until ANTENNA A is displayed in the channel banner . • T o watch cable or any other alternate RF signal, such as digital or analog terrestrial, pr[...]

Setup and C onnections 13 The Adv anced Connection TV , VCR, and DVD Player With Amplifier DIGIT AL AUDIO OUT ANTENNA A IN ANTENNA B IN SA TELLITE IN PHONE JACK ACCESS CARD VCR 1 IN FROM ANT OUT TO T V OUT VIDEO L R CH CH TV SA TELLITE DISH ANTENNA CABLE OR OFF-AIR ANTENNA DVD OUT VIDEO L R S-VIDEO AMPLIFIER WITH OPTICAL INPUT DIGIT AL AUDIO IN POW[...]

Setup and Connecti ons 14 LEFT RIGHT TELEVISION Arrange the speakers in your TV room to achieve maximum sound quality . Connecting Speakers to the TV Y ou can connect up to two additional speakers to the TV : one to the RIGHT terminal, and one to the LEFT terminal. 1. If necessary , remove the vinyl covering from the ends of the speaker wire and tw[...]

Setup and C onnections 15 Connecting a Stereo Amplifier 1. Use RCA cables to connect either the FIXED or VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT from the monitor to an A/V receiver . • FIXED provides fixed-level audio output from the monitor . This audio output is ideal for connecting to an A/V receiver that has its own volume control. • VARIABLE provides variab[...]

Setup and Connecti ons 16 Step 3: Place Ba tteries in the Remote Control Follow these steps whenever you need to install or change the batteries in your TV ’ s remote control. 1. Remove the cover from the battery compartment. 2. Insert batteries into the battery compartment, matching the + and – end of each battery . 3. Replace the cover . Step[...]

17 How to Use Y our Universal Remote In this section you will find out how to use your universal remote control. This section: • defines the buttons on the remote control. • describes how you toggle between TV “ mode ” and DIRECTV “ mode. ” • shows you how to change between analog terrestrial, digital terrestrial, and DIRECTV ® chann[...]

18 Using the Remote Remote Control Butt ons ON • OFF When the remote control is in TV or DIRECTV mode, ON • OFF turns the TV on or off. If in another component mode, (VCR, DVD, etc.) and programmed, the remote will turn the component on and off. When pressed twice within two seconds, all components that are on will be turned off (this feature o[...]

Using the Remote 19 GO BACK Moves you back and forth between the last two channels selected in either DIRECTV mode or TV mode. For example, if you have been viewing both DIRECTV ® and TV channels (and thus using both the DIRECTV and TV “ modes ” ), pressing GO BACK while watching a DIRECTV ® channel moves you back to the last DIRECTV ® chann[...]

20 Using the Remote Programming the Remote C ontrol The universal remote can be programmed to control most brands of remote controllable components, such as VCRs. The remote is already programmed to control most RCA, GE and PROSCAN TVs, VCRs, DVD players, and laserdisc players. Testing the Remote Control T o determine whether the universal remote c[...]

Using the Remote 21 Using Direct Entry 1. T urn on the component to be programmed. 2. Look up the brand and code number(s) for the component on the code list in the section “ Remote Control Codes ” on the following page. 3. Press and hold the remote control button you want to program. 4. Enter the code from the code list. 5. Release the button,[...]

22 Using the Remote Remote C ontrol Codes VCR Admiral ........................................................... 2131 Adv entura ....................................................... 2026 Aik o ................................................................. 2027 Aiwa ...................................................... 2002, 2026 Akai . 2003[...]

23 The ins and outs of Using Y our HDT V This section tells you about the interactive channel banner , which appears when you change channels or press INFO on the remote. It also describes how to change channels and modes and how to use PIP (Picture-In-Picture). This section gives you a broad, clear view of how to operate the basics of your TV . Ba[...]

BA SIC T V OPERA TI ON 24 About the Channel B anner The channel banner appears whenever you tune to a channel or press INFO on the remote control. When the banner is displayed, pressing INFO gives extended information, when available. Use the arrow buttons and OK to choose an icon in the channel banner . Channel banner icons represent frequently-us[...]

BA SIC T V OPERA TION 25 Channel Banner Icons Main menu icon When selected, takes you to the main menu. TV/DIRECTV logo When selected, toggles between TV and DIRECTV viewing. The highlighted icon indicates the current viewing state. Green unlock icon Indicates that the system is unlocked. Spending, viewing and other limits can be accessed and chang[...]

BA SIC T V OPERA TI ON 26 ON • OFF TV VCR1 DVD MUTE SKIP GO BACK FETCH GUIDE INFO MENU CLEAR AUX DIRECTV OK  CH + CH VOL VOL VCR2 ON • OFF TV VCR1 DVD MUTE SKIP GO BACK FETCH GUIDE INFO MENU CLEAR AUX DIRECTV OK  CH + CH VOL VOL VCR2 Changing Between DIRECTV and TV Mode When you change channels by entering numbers with the remote co[...]

BA SIC T V OPERA TION 27 ON • OFF TV VCR1 DVD MUTE SKIP AUX DIRECTV CH + VOL VOL VCR2 ON • OFF TV VCR1 DVD MUTE SKIP AUX DIRECTV CH + VOL VOL VCR2 When you want to watch DIRECTV ® programming, put the remote in DIRECTV mode 1. Make sure the TV is in DIRECTV mode by pressing DIRECTV on the remote control. 2. Enter the channel number and press O[...]

BA SIC T V OPERA TI ON 28 PIP (Picture-in-Picture) O pera tion The PIP (Picture-In-Picture) feature lets you display a second, smaller analog (NTSC format) picture on top of the main analog picture. Y our TV is equipped with a dual NTSC tuner that tunes to cable or off-air television signals. Y ou will only be able to use the PIP window and main pi[...]

BA SIC T V OPERA TION 29 PIP Problems? • If you are channel surfing and the PIP disappears, you may have tuned to a digital channel. T o view PIP and the main picture, make sure that both the main and PIP channels are analog inputs, or signals. Continue changing the channel until you find an analog (NTSC format) channel. The PIP window will reapp[...]

BA SIC T V OPERA TI ON 30 Using the INPUT Button 1. Repeatedly press the INPUT button to scroll through the available input sources until you find the input associated with the component (such as VCR or DVD player) you want to view . 123 456 789 0 ON • OFF TV VCR1 DVD MUTE SKIP GO BACK FETCH GUIDE INFO MENU CLEAR INPUT REVERSE PLAY FORWARD RECORD[...]

31 Wha t is a program guide? A program guide is an on-screen programming schedule. It is a list of the current and future programs. There are separate guides for TV programs and DIRECTV ® programming (available if you subscribe to DIRECTV ® programming). Both of these guides can be viewed in different formats. Using the program guides is easy as [...]

Using the Program Guides 32 Bringing Up the Program Guides If you subscribe to DIRECTV ® programming, you have access to two program guides: a DIRECTV ® programming guide and a TV program guide (for terrestrial programming). If you do not subscribe to DIRECTV ® programming, you will have one guide: the TV program guide. Y ou can access the progr[...]

Using the Program Guides 33 Ana tom y of the TV Program Guide T o access the TV program guide: 1. Press the TV button on the remote control. 2. Press GUIDE on the remote control. The following diagram shows you the kind of information you will see in the TV program guide. Note that the availability of TV program titles and information is dependent [...]

Using the Program Guides 34 Ana tom y of the DIRECTV ® Programming Guide T o access the DIRECTV ® programming guide, you must subscribe to DIRECTV ® service. Press the DIRECTV button, then press GUIDE on the remote control. The following diagram shows you the kind of information you will see in the DIRECTV ® programming guide. “ Family ” is[...]

Using the Program Guides 35 Getting Around in the Guides There are several ways to change channels and move around the TV and DIRECTV ® programming guides. • Point to channels with the number buttons (0-9) Y ou can quickly highlight any channel in the program guides by entering the channel number with the number buttons (0-9). For example, to hi[...]

Using the Program Guides 36 The Other Guides Ic on The Other Guides icon at the bottom of the TV and DIRECTV ® programming guides lets you sort the guides by dif ferent variables, such as by channels, data, channel lists, and channel groups. Y ou can access these guides by highlighting then selecting the Other Guides icon at the bottom of the Deta[...]

Using the Program Guides 37 Channel Guide lets you see programs on a specific channel. • SurfGuide ™ (available with DIRECTV only) Displays seven DIRECTV ® channels in a half-hour time-and-channel format, if you subscribe to DIRECTV ® programming. The full name of the program and its rating are listed at the bottom of the screen. Press the ri[...]

Using the Program Guides 38 Sorting the DIRECTV ® Programming Guide Sorting the guide is a way of organizing the DIRECTV ® programming guide to show only the types of programs that interest you. There are several on-screen buttons that sort the DIRECTV guide in dif ferent ways. The Sorting icons appear at the bottom of the Grid Guide and Detail G[...]

Using the Program Guides 39 Sorting the DIRECTV ® Programming Guide by M o v i e s Select the movies icon to tell the DIRECTV ® programming guide to list only DIRECTV movies. After you select the movies icon, it changes to a movies themes icon. Select the movies themes icon to sort the guide to list movies by type, such as comedies or musicals. S[...]

Using the Program Guides 40 Sorting the Current DIRECTV ® Programming Guide Alphabeticall y The AlphaSort ™ feature lists all the program titles in the current DIRECTV ® programming guide in alphabetical order . Y ou can also find this icon in the channel banner . Select the AlphaSort icon to search for specific program titles that are in the c[...]

Using the Program Guides 41 3. Select Enter T ext to set up the information the Scout feature will look for in all program guide titles. 4. Use the on-screen keyboard to enter the desired search parameters. For example, if you are interested in tennis events, enter a common term you might see in program titles, like “ tennis. ” Select Enter T e[...]

Using the Program Guides 42 The Other Icons These icons are located on both the DIRECTV and TV program guides. Exit Exits the guide and returns you back to where you were before entering the program guides. Help Brings up additional information about the guide. Press OK to continue. Down Arrow The arrow icon allows you to scroll down through other [...]

43 Make Adjust ments to y our Picture and A udio The following section tells you how to adjust the picture quality and audio quality of your TV . • The Picture Quality menu contains the controls that let you adjust the picture. • The Audio menu contains the controls that let you adjust the way the audio sounds. Adjusting TV Controls Using The P[...]

Adjusting TV Controls 44 Picture Settings The Picture Settings menu displays the controls for adjusting the way the picture looks. The picture settings you specify apply to your current mode. Use the left and right arrow buttons on the remote control to move the slider to the desired position. Then select Exit when you are finished. Y our options u[...]

Adjusting TV Controls 45 Noise Fil ter Noise filter displays a list that lets you set one of three automatic settings that allows you to reduce picture “ static ” or any type of interference. Y ou can set Noise Filter to Off, Low , or High. Off When set to Of f, no noise reduction occurs. Low When set to Low , the television produces a softer ,[...]

Adjusting TV Controls 46 Mut e T urn Mute on (select Sound Off ) to set the TV ’ s volume to its minimum level. The same can be accomplished by pressing MUTE on the remote control. Tone Contro ls Lets you adjust the Bass, T reble and Balance. Use the right and left arrow buttons on your remote to adjust the sliders. Increasing the bass and treble[...]

Adjusting TV Controls 47 • * SRS Stereo ( • ) Is an audio processing technology that adds greater depth and stereo separation to stereo audio signals. • *SRS Focus ( • ) Focuses audio signals by adding treble and making dialog more understandable. Speakers Allows you to turn on or off internal speakers. Sound Logic Monitors a program ’ s [...]

Adjusting TV Controls 48 Icon in the Channel Banner Y ou will find an audio language icon in the channel banner . Audio language icon • If the icon is highlighted while watching a digital (A TSC) or DIRECTV channel, two or more audio languages are available. Selecting the icon repeatedly scrolls through and plays the options. • If the icon is h[...]

49 Crea ting User Profiles This section describes the user profiles feature. It includes information about: • creating a profile ’ s TV and DIRECTV viewing lists. • setting spending limits. • setting DIRECTV ® programming, TV , and movie rating limits. • blocking unrated TV programs. • locking and unlocking a profile. Using The Profile[...]

Using the Profiles 50 About Profiles When you select Profiles from the main menu, you can create four different profiles in addition to the default “ Family ” pr ofile. Y ou can set up specific channels, rating limits, and spending limits for each profile. After you ’ ve set up these profiles, exit the menu system. Then, press the WHO button [...]

Using the Profiles 51 Check the channels you want to include in the list (programming subject to change). 3. Use the arrow buttons to point to a DIRECTV channel, and press OK to remove (or replace) the check mark. T o go directly to a certain channel, enter its number using the digits on the remote control. Or , page through the list using the chan[...]

Using the Profiles 52 2. Use the digits or the arrow buttons on the remote control to enter a single-program spending limit. 3. Lock the system. See “ Locking the System ” near the end of this section for details. After a spending limit is set and the system is locked, you must enter a password to purchase a Pay Per View program that costs mor [...]

Using the Profiles 53 The TV Setup Y ou can establish TV channel lists, set spending limits, and set rating limits for TV programs using the TV Setup menu. Editing Channels in a TV List Y ou should create a TV channel list to establish which TV channels (including both analog and digital) the selected profile can access. T o create the TV channel l[...]

Using the Profiles 54 Age-Based Rating TV -MA TV -14 TV -PG TV -G TV -Y7 TV -Y Mature Audience Only . Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and may be unsuitable for children under 17. It contains one or more of the following content themes: crude indecent language (L), explicit sexual activity (S), or graphic violence (V). Parents Strongly [...]

Using the Profiles 55 T o set TV programming limits: 1. From the main menu, select Profiles. 2. Select the user name you would like to set limits for through the Profiles menu. 3. Select TV Setup from the next menu. 4. Select Set TV Rating . Selecting TV Rating allows you to set a limit for TV programs based on rating and content. Once you get to t[...]

Using the Profiles 56 Blocking Age-Ba sed Ra tings Y ou can automatically block all program ratings above a specified age- based rating level. For example, if you only want your child to watch programs that have a TV -G rating and lower (in other words, you want the child to watch only TV -G, TV -Y7, and TV-Y programs), then you need to block other[...]

Using the Profiles 57 Blocking Specific Content Themes Y ou can block programs based on their content. (Content is represented by the D, L, S, V , and FV on your screen. See “ Setting the TV Rating ” for details.) When you block a content theme for a particular rating, you automatically block that content theme for higher rated programs as well[...]

Using the Profiles 58 Setting the Movie Ra ting Y ou set movie rating limits by blocking movies rated above a specified level. T o access the Set Movie Rating menu: 1. From the main menu, select Profiles . 2. Select the user you for whom you would like to set limits. 3. Select TV Setup from the next menu. 4. Select Set Movie Rating . Selecting Set [...]

Using the Profiles 59 Viewing Moving Ratings After you block movie ratings, you have the option of going back and changing some of the rating status buttons back to V iew: 1. Determine the movie ratings you want to change to View ( V ). 2. Use the arrows to highlight the status button you want to change. 3. Press OK to change its status back to Vie[...]

Using the Profiles 60 Choosing Y our Profile Each time you turn on the TV , the Family profile is selected by default. T o select a different profile: 1. Press the WHO button to scroll through the profiles in the channel banner . The WHO button toggles through the profiles. 2. When your pr ofile appears, enter your four-digit personal password to a[...]

Using the Profiles 61 Locking and Unl ocking a User Profile When you lock a profile, you prevent anyone who does not know the user password from accessing the locked profile. This applies only when they press WHO on the remote control. It does not prevent them from accessing and editing the profile via the main menu if they first enter the system p[...]

Using the Profiles 62 Locking the S ystem When you lock the system, all limits set up for all profiles are put into effect, regardless of whether the pr ofile is locked or unlocked. Unlocked profiles require no user password to access their channel list if the system is locked. When the system is locked, you can still access a profile and watch a c[...]

63 Different W a ys to Adjust Y our HDT V This chapter describes the other options available to you such as: • selecting a signal source and type • auto tuning your remote control to tune to the VCR1, VCR2, or DVD channel • searching for all available channels • checking your mailbox • purchasing programs • setting up personal preferenc[...]

Opti ons and Preferences 64 Changing the Signal Source The Signal Source menu allows you to choose the source from which you would like the signal to come: Antenna A, Antenna B, DIRECTV , or Video Inputs. The same can be accomplished using the ANTENNA, DIRECTV , and INPUT buttons on your remote control. If you misplace your remote control, use the [...]

Opti ons and Preferences 65 A uto Tuning This menu displays the various components you have connected to your TV . It lets you set up the TV to automatically tune to the correct input channel when you press a device button (VCR1, VCR2, or DVD) on the remote control. 1. Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to highlight the field corresponding[...]

Opti ons and Preferences 66 Mailbo x If you have ordered DIRECTV ® programming, the mailbox shows you messages that are sent — or “ mailed ”— from your program providers. For example, you may receive a message calling your attention to a new service or special program offering. If you have new or unread mail, the mail icon in the channel b[...]

Opti ons and Preferences 67 Purcha ses: P a y Per View Programs Pay Per View programs (PPV) are DIRECTV pr ograms that you purchase — like a movie ticket — if you subscribe to DIRECTV ® programming. Y ou can preview movies on certain channels to determine if you would like to purchase them. Previewing and Purchasing Y ou can preview and purcha[...]

Opti ons and Preferences 68 Y ou need to connect your phone line to your television to be able to or der PPV programs using the on-scr een menus. T o purchase a movie or event, you can take one of two actions: • T une to a PPV by channel surfing within DIRECTV ® channels and finding a PPV channel. When you find it, press the INFO button find mor[...]

Opti ons and Preferences 69 Using the A ttractions Guide Y our program providers may offer future programming events not currently listed in your DIRECTV program guide. These events are called “ coming attractions ” and can be previewed in the Attractions Guide. T o access the Attractions Guide: 1. Press the DIRECTV button on the remote control[...]

Opti ons and Preferences 70 Using the Purcha ses Menu The Purchases menu allows you to review upcoming and past DIRECTV Pay Per V iew purchases and edit spending limits. The Purchases menu shows you upcoming or past DIRECTV purchases and spending limits. The list of purchases may be longer than one screen; use the down arrow button on the remote co[...]

Opti ons and Preferences 71 Setting the Time and D a te Y ou can set the current time and day , the current date, the time zone, and whether or not you observe daylight saving time. Indicate the settings for your area. Use the arrow buttons to move around the menu screen, OK to select an item, and the digit buttons on your remote control to enter n[...]

Opti ons and Preferences 72 Translucenc y Y ou can adjust the level of translucency that the menu screens and program guides possess. Adjust the slider up for more translucency (the video behind the menu and guides will be more visible) or down for less translucency (less video will be shown behind the menu or guides). Def aul t Guide By default, t[...]

Opti ons and Preferences 73 Caption Displa y The Caption Display menu displays a choice list that lets you choose when closed captioning information is shown on the screen. Closed Captioning On Captioning information is shown always, when available. Closed Captioning Off No captioning information is displayed. On When Muted Captioning information i[...]

Opti ons and Preferences 74 Using Fet ch The Fetch menu is a list of eight convenient menu items. It serves as a shortcut to access these menu items. For instance, instead of going through four steps to access the Signal Meter (pressing MENU, selecting Assistance , selecting Dish Pointing , then selecting Signal Meter ), you can press FETCH on the [...]

75 Need Help? If you run across any problems or need to rely on the system to give you feedback, you should use the Assistance menu to get information. This section explains the different types of assistance your system is capable of giving you. It walks you through the Assistance menu, which is accessed by pressing MENU then selecting Assistance .[...]

Getting A ssist ance 76 Running the Interactive Setup Y ou should have completed the interactive setup the first time you plugged in your TV . However , if you need to access the interactive setup again, you can access it through the Assistance menu. 1. Press MENU on the remote control to access the main menu. 2. Select Assistance from the main men[...]

Getting A ssist ance 77 Dish Pointing The Dish Pointing menu helps you set up your HDTV and optimize your reception of the satellite signal. Selecting Dish Type It is important to complete each of the following steps required for your satellite dish antenna. If you do not, you will not receive proper dish pointing coordinates and will not be able t[...]

Getting A ssist ance 78 Find Y our Dish Pointing Coordina tes Use one of the available methods (ZIP Code, Latitude/Longitude) to find your dish pointing coordinates. Follow these steps to obtain your dish pointing coordinates using the ZIP Code of the dish installation location: 1. Press MENU on the remote control to bring up the Main menu. 2. Sele[...]

Getting A ssist ance 79 4. Select a satellite location (such as 101W). If the satellite dish antenna is pointed correctly , the signal meter will show you the current signal strength and you should hear a continuous tone. 5. If you are using an oval satellite dish, select the second satellite group and obtain a signal. Once you have a signal locked[...]

Getting A ssist ance 80 Off-Air Guides If you are certain your antenna is properly set up and receiving a strong signal, but you are receiving invalid program guide information or are having trouble tuning to a channel, you can disable your system ’ s ability to acquire off-air TV program guides. If you subscribe to DIRECTV ® programming, you wi[...]

81 Getting Informa tion This section contains troubleshooting information, your RCA limited warranty , and accessory ordering information. Reference Using The Program Guides ➣ ➣➣➣➣➣➣➣ Reference 9 Using The Profiles 6 Adjusting TV Controls 5 4 Ba sic T V Opera tion 3 Using the Remote 2 Setup and connections 1 Options and Preferences [...]

82 Reference Troubleshooting Can ’ t select certain channel • Channel may be blocked or not approved in the Profiles menu. • If using a VCR, check to make sure the TV/VCR button on the VCR is in the correct “ mode. ” Noisy stereo r eception • May be a weak station. Change to mono mode instead of stereo in the Audio menu under Special Au[...]

83 Reference Blank screen • Maybe the component (VCR, DVD, etc.) connected to the input jacks is not on. • T ry another channel, because there may just not be any programming on at that time. • Cables in back may be disconnected. TV will not turn on • Check to make sure it is plugged in, and try the front panel POWER button. • Check the w[...]

84 Reference RCA High Definition TELEVISI ON (HDT V) LIMITED W arranty What your warranty covers: • Any defect in materials or workmanship. For how long after your pur chase: • One year for labor charges. • One year for parts. • T wo years for the picture tube. The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days fro[...]

85 Reference FCC Registra tion Informa tion Y our HDTV is registered with the Federal Communications Commission and is in compliance with parts 15B and 68, FCC Rules and Regulations. 1. Notification to the Local T elephone Company . On the back of this equipment is a label indicating among other information, the FCC Registration number and Ringer E[...]

86 Reference Accessor y Informa tion The following accessories are available from most dealers and electronics supply stores in case you want to position your components farther apart or need additional cables. Standard Audio/V ideo cable with RCA-type phono plugs. VH83 Screw-on Cable* attaches to the round antenna connectors (called 75- ohm F-type[...]

87 Reference Price Part No. Description Qty Remote Control This is the remote control that came packed with your TV . Replacements or spares can be ordered as needed. 2-way Signal Splitter , 4- way Signal Splitter* helps you connect to other components. Amplified VHF/UHF/FM Antenna allows you to easily switch from the antenna signal to cable or sat[...]

88 Reference Placing an Order T o place your order by phone, have your Visa, MasterCard or Discover Card ready and call the toll-free number listed below . Use this number only to place an order for accessory items listed on this order form. 1-800-338-0376 T o place your order by mail, detach and mail the completed order form with credit card infor[...]

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91 Reference Index A A-Z icon 34, 40 Access card 10, 79 Number 16 Accessories 86 Age-based ratings 54 Blocking 56 Viewing 56 AIR mode 12, 64 All icon 39 AlphaSort icon 34 Amplifier Connecting 15 Analog captions 73 Analog terrestrial 26 Anatomy of the TV program guide 33 Antenna A 64, 65 ANTENNA IN jacks 10 B 64, 65 Button on the remote 19 Informati[...]

92 Reference Maximum signal strength 77 MENU button 8, 19 Menus Icons 62 Profiles 50 Modes 8 Of operation 26 SA T and TV 26 Mono sound 46 Movie Icon in the program guide 39 Ratings 58 Blocking 58 Viewing 59 Themes icon 39 Mute 18, 46 N Naming profiles 50 New access card 79 Noise filter 45 Normal lighting 45 Normal screen format 72 Not rated Movies [...]

93 Reference Soft lighting 45 Sorting The DIRECTV guide By movies 39 By sports 39 By title 34 By topics 38 Using movies icon 39 Using sports icon 39 Using topics icon 38 Sorting by Scout button 40 Sound Logic 47 Speaker Connecting 14 Setup 14 Speakers 47 Spending limit 51 Sports Icon 39 Themes icon 39 SRS Stereo 47 Station name Retrieving 76 Stereo[...]

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