RCA F25305 - Manuals

4 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 toyour home antenna or cable system. The Basic Connection: If you’re going to c...

5 Setup and Connections The Basic Connection The basic connection below (TV and VCR) is the most commonconnection and is therefore used to illustrate a single componentconnection with your TV. For better sound and picture quality andmultiple component connection information refer to the next section...

6 Setup and Connections Once you have made your connections,you will need to program the TV to tuneto the correct video input channel inorder to see and hear audio and videofrom a component such as a VCR or DVDplayer. You will program this later in the Interactive Setup. VIDEO R L S-VIDEO AUDIO R L ...

7 Setup and Connections Cautions: Position cables to avoid audio humor interference • Insert all cables firmly into jacks. • Place the audio/video cables to the sides of the TV’s back panel instead ofstraight down the middle. • Try not to coil any twin-lead cables and keep them away from the audio/v...

8 Setup and Connections How to View Your Components To watch the satellite receiver in thisconnection, press TV to put the remote controlinto TV mode, then press WHO•INPUT to scrollthrough the video input channels until youtune to VID (or SVID) input. To watch the VCR in this connection, enter 03to ...

9 Setup and Connections The G-LINK cable is used to send commands toyour VCR and/or cable box. You must remove theDEMO PIN before you can connect the G-LINKcable. Step 3: Connect the G-LINK Cable The G-LINK cable enables the Guide Plus+ system (the on-screen guidethat lists what shows are on TV) to ...

10 Setup and Connections Step 4: Plug in the TV Plug the end into the wall outlet, matching the wide blade of the plugwith the wide slot in the outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely. Step 5: Place Batteries in theRemote • Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of theremote. • Ins...

11 Interactive Setup There’s an on-screen setup routine The interactive setup routine helps you through the stepsneeded to configure the TV and set up the GUIDE Plus+Gold menu system: • Select a menu language • Search for available channels • Set up the GUIDE Plus+ Gold System • Set the time • Set u...

12 Interactive Setup Using Point and Select You only need to know one rule when using the remote to access on-screen menus and control panels: point and select. The point and selectmethod 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...

13 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 MENU or OK. Selecting a Language The first part of the setup routine asks you to select your preferredlanguage for the menu system. SETUP Select the language to be use...

14 Interactive Setup You can set up the GUIDEPlus+ Gold System duringInteractive Setup or byselecting the GUIDE Plus+ Menu from the Main Menu. The GUIDE PI US + Gold System The next step lets you set up the GUIDE Plus+ Gold System to display your localprogram listings, and control your cable box and...

15 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+ Gold System cannot recognize either your cable box or VCR after several tries, a screenstating “Cable Box (VCR) test failed... Please co...

16 Interactive Setup Setting the Time The next step in the Interactive Setup lets you set the time of day. If yourGUIDE Plus+ Gold System has not completed its first download, you needto set the time. Once the system has completed its first download, it setsthe time for you automatically. SETUP Woul...

17 Interactive Setup Setting the VCR1 Channel (autotuning) The next step lets you set the VCR1 channel. When you set the VCR1channel, you’re telling the TV what channel to tune to when you pressthe VCR1 button on the remote. This is called auto tuning. Indicate which input you used to connect the VC...

18 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. 1 Not connected 2 Channel 33 Channel 44 Video Input SET VCR2 CHANNEL 2. Point to the choice that matches the way you have your second...

19 Interactive Setup SET DVD CHANNEL 1 Not connected 2 Channel 33 Channel 44 Video Input 2. Point to the choice that matches the way you have your DVD playerconnected to the TV. 3. Press MENU or OK to continue. Setting the SAT/CABLE Channel (autotuning) The next step lets you set the SAT/CABLE chann...

20 Interactive Setup Labeling the Channels This last step in the Interactive Setup lets you edit your channel list andlabel your channels. (For more, see List and Labels in the Using the Menu System section.) SETUP Would you like to name eachchannel? 1 Name channels 2 Skip this step 1. Press MENU or...

21 How to use your Universal Remote Using the Remote This section defines the buttons of the remote andhow to program it to control other components. The universal remote can be programmed to controlmost brands of remote controllable VCRs, satellitereceivers, and cable boxes. If you have an RCA, GE,...

22 Using the Remote Remote Buttons ON•OFF When in TV mode, turns TV on and off. If in another device mode (VCR, DVD, Satellite, etc.) and programmed, will turn the deviceon and off. When pressed twice within two seconds, all devices that areon will be turned off (this feature only works with most RC...

23 Using the Remote OK When in the menu system, selects highlighted items or returns you to the previous menu. MENU Brings up the Main menu and selects highlighted items. When in VCR mode, it functions as a PROGRAM button. CLEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns you to TV viewi...

24 Using the Remote Programming the Remote The universal remote can be programmed to control most brands ofremote controllable VCRs, satellite receivers and cable boxes. Theremote is already programmed to control most RCA, GE and PROSCANTVs, VCRs, DVD players, laserdisc players and satellite receive...

25 Using the Remote Using Direct Entry 1. Turn on the component to be programmed. 2. Look up the brand and code number(s) for the component on thecode list on the last page of this section, Using the Remote . 3. Press and hold the button on the remote you want to program. 4. Enter the code from the ...

27 USING THE menu SYSTEM Setup and connections Interactive Setup 1 2 Using the Menu System Using the remote 3 4 Features and Controls 5 Reference 6 The Menu System This section explores the menus of your TV—beginning withsome information on using menus and control panels. Each menu is then outlined ...

28 USING THE menu SYSTEM Menus and Control Panels Using the buttons on both the remote and front panel enable you toaccess and make changes to the menus, control panels, and choice lists. Menus and choice lists use the point and select rule to navigate, butcontrol panels use a variety of methods to ...

29 USING THE menu SYSTEM Sliders Sliders are used to make adjustments to a particular control. To use a Slider in a menu: 1. Press the up or down arrow to select the slider control for thefeature you want to adjust. 2. Press the right or left arrow to adjust the indicator line on the slider. BASIC P...

30 USING THE menu SYSTEM TV MAIN MENU 1 Audio 2 Picture Quality3 Screen4 Channel5 Time6 Parental Controls7 GUIDE Plus+ Menu8 Setup0 Exit AUDIO 1 Mute 2 Tone Controls3 Audio Processor4 Audio Output & Speakers0 Exit Audio Menu Mute Press OK to reduce the TV’s volume to its minimum level. Press OK ...

31 USING THE menu SYSTEM Second Audio Program (SAP) Plays the program’s audio in a second language, if one is available. The TV displays the word SAPwhen you tune to a program that is broadcast with SAPinformation. SAP audio is broadcast in mono. SAP is also used tobroadcast a program’s audio with d...

32 USING THE menu SYSTEM Picture Quality Menu Basic Picture Controls Displays the five slider controls for adjusting the way the picture looks. Contrast Adjusts the difference between the light and dark areas of the picture. Color Adjusts the richness of the color. Tint Adjusts the balance between t...

33 USING THE menu SYSTEM TV MAIN MENU 1 Audio2 Picture Quality 3 Screen 4 Channel5 Time6 Parental Control7 GUIDE Plus+ Menu8 Setup0 Exit Screen Menu Closed-Caption Display Displays a choice list that lets you choose the way closed captioning information is shown on the screen. Off Always No captioni...

34 USING THE menu SYSTEM Using Closed Captioning Many programs are encoded with closed captioning information, whichlets you display the audio portion of a program as text on the TV screen. Closed captioning is not available on all channels at all times. Onlyspecific programs encoded with closed cap...

35 USING THE menu SYSTEM Channel Menu Signal Type Displays a choice list that lets you select the current antenna type. This option does not appear when the GUIDE Plus+ GoldSystem is set up. UHF/VHF Antenna Choose this if you are currently using an off-air antenna for TV signals. Cable TV Choose thi...

36 USING THE menu SYSTEM The choices for each screen are: Not connected Choose this if you do not have a component connected to an antenna or video input on the back of the TV, or ifyou don’t want the TV to tune to a channel when the particularcomponent button is pressed. Channel 2 (SAT/Cable only) ...

37 37 Features and Controls Setup and connections Interactive Setup 1 2 Using the Menu System Using the remote 3 4 Features and Controls 5 Reference 6 How to use the Features andControls This section introduces you to the features and controls withwhich your TV is equipped. In this section, you will...

38 Features and Controls MenuOptions TV MAIN MENU 1 Audio2 Picture Quality3 Screen4 Channel5 Time6 Parental Controls 7 GUIDE Plus+ Menu 8 Setup0 Exit GUIDE PLUS+ MENU 1 GUIDE Plus+ Setup 2 GUIDE Plus+ Label3 GUIDE Plus+ Auto Display4 Continuous Demo0 Exit GUIDE Plus + Gold Menu You can access the GU...

39 Features and Controls STOP PAUSE TV ON OFF AUX DVD SAT CABLE PLAY FORWARD REVERSE SOUND GO BACK CH + C H - V O L V O L SKIP MUTE INFO MENU OK CLEAR GUIDE ANTENNA 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 WHO INPUT VCR1 VCR2 REC•VCR+ Getting In & Out of the GUIDE Plus+ Gold System To enter the GUIDE Plus+ Gold Syst...

40 Features and Controls STOP PAUSE TV ON OFF AUX DVD SAT CABLE PLAY FORWARD REVERSE SOUND GO BACK CH + C H - V O L V O L SKIP MUTE INFO MENU OK CLEAR GUIDE ANTENNA 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 WHO INPUT VCR1 VCR2 REC•VCR+ Grid Guide The Grid Guide appears each time you enter the GUIDE Plus+ Gold menusystem....

41 Features and Controls When highlighting the Channel names (the left column on the Channellisting), the following Action button is available on the bar: • Lock/Unlock Press 1 to lock or unlock the video window to either stay at one channel as you browse the GUIDE Plus+ Gold System(lock) or change ...

42 Features and Controls The program information window will display a confirmation when youhave successfully created a timer to watch or record. If you have selectedtwo programs to watch or record which begin at the same time oroverlap, you will receive a timer conflict message. The GUIDE Plus+ Gol...

43 Features and Controls Messages Occasionally you will receive messages regarding your GUIDE Plus+ GoldSystem, as well as special programming information. You can accessthese messages from the Message Menu on the Menu bar. To read messages: 1. Press MENU on the remote to select the Menu bar. 2. Use...

44 Features and Controls Editor Menu Action Buttons While browsing the Editor menu, the following Action buttons areavailable on the bar: • Cancel Press 1 on the remote to cancel any changes made since entering the Editor Menu. • Change Press 2 on the remote to change the channel number for the high...

45 Features and Controls Troubleshooting Troubles sometimes are caused by simple “faults” that you cancorrect without a service technician. Here are a few basic remedies: Program information does not download • Review your setup information and make sure it is correct. • The TV must be off to downlo...

46 Features and Controls Channel Marker There are several indicators that may come up when you press the TV orINFO buttons. This display is called the Channel Marker. 12:01 Displays the current time. CC Displayed when Closed Captioning is available on the current channel. ESPN Displays the label ass...

47 Features and Controls Parental Controls and V-Chip The Parental Controls menu allows you to program your TV so that childrencannot see certain programs, channels, or use the front panel controls. The first three choices in the Parental Controls menu involve software insideyour TV (dubbed V-Chip) ...

48 Features and Controls V-Chip TV Rating Limit The V-Chip TV Rating Limit lets you decide what TV programs can andcannot be viewed.To set TV programming limits: 1. Choose Parental Controls from the Main menu. If Parental Controls have previously been locked, you must enter your password. If they ar...

49 Features and Controls Blocking Age-Based Ratings You can automatically block all program ratings above a specifiedage-based rating level. For example, if you only want your child towatch programs that have a TV-G rating and lower (in other words,you want the child to watch TV-G, TV-Y7, and TV-Y),...

50 Features and Controls Viewing Age-Based Ratings After you block age-based ratings, you have the option of changingsome of the ratings back to View . 1. Determine which blocked rating you want to view. 2. Use the left and right arrows to highlight the Rating Field. 3. Use the up and down arrows to...

51 Features and Controls - - Content - - V-CHIP TV RATING LIMIT Rating Status TV-PG View D L S V FVV B V V ^ RATING STATUS TV-MA View TV-14 View TV-PG View TV-G View TV-Y7 View TV-Y View D L S V FV B V V V B V VV B V V V Press ^/v to view programs withthis content for this rating. 6. Press MENU or O...

52 Features and Controls V-Chip Movie Rating Limit You set movie rating limits by blocking movies rated above a specified level. Blocking Movie Ratings If you only want your child to watch movies that have a PG rating and lower(in other words, movies rated PG and G), then you could automatically blo...

53 Features and Controls V-Chip Unrated Program Block Selecting this option lets you decide if programs that the V-Chiprecognizes as “unrated” can be viewed. Note that “unrated” TVprograms may include news, sports, political, religious, local andweather programs, emergency bulletins, public announce...

54 Troubleshooting Troubles sometimes are caused by simple “faults” that you can correct without the help of a service technician. If youexperience any difficulty with your TV, check a few basic remedies before calling your service technician. TV will not turn on • Check to make sure it is plugged i...

55 Reference Not receiving all cable channels • Make sure you have set up the GUIDE Plus+ menu to recognize your cable box. Select GUIDE Plus+ Menu from the Main menu, then select Setup from the GUIDE Plus+ menu. Choose “Yes” when asked if you have a cable box. Then select Setup from the Main menu a...

56 Reference RCA TV LIMITED WARRANTY What your warranty covers: • Any defect in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • 90 days for labor charges. • One year for parts. • Two years for the picture tubes. The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 da...

58 Reference The following accessories are available from most dealers andelectronics supply stores in case you want to position yourcomponents farther apart or need additional cables. Gold-Plated Jacks and Gold-Tipped Cables Gold plating helps prevent oxidation of contacts whichprovides much less l...

59 Reference $ Price Part No. Description Qty Remote Control This is the remote control thatcame packed with your TV.Replacements or sparescan be ordered as needed. 2-way Signal Splitter helps you connect to asecond TV or VCR. Amplified VHF/UHF/FMAntenna allows you to easily switch from theantenna s...

60 Reference Placing an Order To place your order by phone, have your Visa, MasterCardor Discover Card ready and call the toll-free number listedbelow. Use this number only to place an order for accessory itemslisted on this order form. 1-800-338-0376 To place your order by mail, detach and mail the...