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Page 2 - CAUTION; Product Registration; Purchase Date; Important Information; WARNING

CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualifi ed service personnel. This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product. Product Registration Plea...

Page 3 - Important In for ma tion; Important Safety Instructions

Important In for ma tion Important Information i Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not bloc...

Page 4 - Table of Contents; Chapter 1: Connections and Setup; Watching TV; Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control

4 Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ....................................... i Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect ..................... 5 Protect Against Power Surges ................................ 5Protect Devices from Overheating ....................

Page 5 - Chapter 1; Protect Against Power Surges

Chapter 1 5 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect Protect Against Power Surges • Connect all devices before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet or power strip. NEVER plug your ...

Page 6 - Connections and Setup; Chapter; Get the Picture

Connections and Setup 6 Chapter 1 Get the Picture The fi rst part of connecting your TV is to get the picture, also known as the signal. The back panel of your TV allows you to receive analog and/or digital channels by using the ANT/CABLE INPUT. See the graphic to the left for the location of the ja...

Page 7 - Jacks Used; Choose Your Connection

Connections and Setup Chapter 1 7 Jacks Used Cables Needed Go to... Audio/Video page 8-9 page 10-11 HDMI™ OR Video1 Audio1 R and L HDMI/DVI HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Defi nition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. HDMI™ HDMI/DVI adapter Choose Your...

Page 9 - Connecting the Device with Component Video (Advanced); Connect your Y Pb Pr component video cables.; or Y Cb Cr; Connect your red and white audio cables.; Using the example of a DVD player:; Connect your red and white audio cables.

Connections and Setup Chapter 1 9 • If you're done connecting devices to your TV, go to page 14 to complete the Initial Setup. • To continue connecting devices, go to the next page. Connecting the Device with Component Video (Advanced) This connection allows you to connect a device that has Y Pb Pr ...

Page 10 - OR

Connections and Setup 10 Chapter 1 OR Device with DVI L R Device with HDMI Audio Out DVI Out Pb Y Video Out Pr HDMI Out L R Audio Out

Page 12 - USB Connection; This is an example of a connection using the USB jack.; Connecting the Device

Connections and Setup 12 Chapter 1 USB Connection This is an example of a connection using the USB jack. Connecting the Device This connection allows you to connect to a compatible mass storage device with USB, such as a digital camera, JumpDrive (FlashDrive), or mp3 player. • Connect one end of the...

Page 13 - VGA Connection; This is an example of a connection using the VGA jacks.; This connection allows you to connect to a personal computer.; Viewing the PC; VGA

Connections and Setup Chapter 1 13 VGA Connection This is an example of a connection using the VGA jacks. VGAAUDIO VGAVIDEO Connecting the Device This connection allows you to connect to a personal computer. 1. If necessary, connect your cable and/or off-air antenna as described on page 6. 2. Connec...

Page 14 - Plug in the TV; and lifting off the cover.; Turn on the TV; Tip; Highlighted means that the menu item stands out from

Connections and Setup 14 Chapter 1 INPUT SUB CH MENU CLEAR ZOOM- CH CTRL GUIDE MUTE GO BACK VOL CH ON•OFF TV SAT•AUX DVD PIP PRESETS INFO ZOOM+ + Plug in the TV Plug the end of the power cord into the back of the TV. Plug the other end into a grounded wall outlet. Insert the plug completely into the...

Page 15 - Complete the Initial Setup; Set the Signal Type; Antenna; Complete the Channel Search; Channel setup

Connections and Setup Chapter 1 15 Complete the Initial Setup The menu system in your TV allows the TV’s features to work properly. The fi rst time you turn on your TV, the language screen appears. Channel setup Go back Signal type Cable... Auto Channel search ... English Français Español Set the Me...

Page 16 - What To Expect

Connections and Setup 16 Chapter 1 What To Expect Watching TV • Remember: Look for an A at the bottom of the screen to see if you're watching an analog channel. Analog video is sent in a 4/3 format, which your TV displays these channels in a 16/9 format. Press the ZOOM+/- button to view the differen...

Page 17 - Explanation of Jacks (in alphabetical order)

Connections and Setup Chapter 1 17 Explanation of Jacks (in alphabetical order) This section describes the jacks on the back panel of your TV. There are several ways to connect devices. ANT/CABLE Input Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from your antenna, cable, or cable box. COM...

Page 18 - Buttons and Other Jacks On Your TV; Side Input Jacks; Headphone settings; Front Panel Buttons

Connections and Setup 18 Chapter 1 VIDEO OUT Connect a VCR or DVD-recorder to record digital and analog programs from the Digital or Analog Input (excluding copy-protected programs and component video formats) while the TV is turned on. You must leave the TV on the same channel you are recording. • ...

Page 19 - Chapter 2

Chapter 2 19 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control The Buttons on the Remote Control Alphanumeric Buttons Enter channel numbers; time settings; and options with letters, such as the Message option, using these buttons. To enter a ...

Page 20 - Using the Remote Control; SAT•AUX; Modes of Operation; SUB CH; with an audio system, follow the instructions for; Using the INPUT Button; Make sure the device you want to view is turned ON.; Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote; Press ON•OFF to see if the VCR responds. If the

Using the Remote Control 20 Chapter 2 SAT•AUX Places the remote in SAT•AUX mode. If Auto Tuning is enabled, turns on the TV and tunes it to the satellite or cable box Video Input Channel. This button lights when you press a valid button in SAT•AUX mode (see Modes of Operation on page 22 for more det...

Page 21 - Programming the Remote; Automatic Code; Using Direct Entry

Using the Remote Control Chapter 2 21 Programming the Remote There are three ways to program the remote control to operate other devices: Direct Entry, Manual Code Search, and Automatic Code Search. If you have recently purchased the device you want to control or if the device has many codes, you mi...

Page 22 - before the remote starts the code search.; Volume Punchthrough Feature

Using the Remote Control 22 Chapter 2 4. Press and release the ON•OFF button once. There is a delay of approximately 6 seconds before the remote starts the code search. The device buttons blinks each time the remote control sends a code to test with your device. Keep pointing the remote at the devic...

Page 23 - Put the TV’s remote in SAT•AUX mode by pressing the SAT•AUX button.; Deleting ALL Volume Punchthrough Commands; until a device button remains lit. Then release the buttons.

Using the Remote Control Chapter 2 23 Therefore, after you’ve successfully set up the Volume Punchthrough feature, whenever the TV remote is in DVD mode (press the DVD button) and you want to adjust the volume, you only have to press the VOL +/- or MUTE buttons. Follow the instructions below to set ...

Page 24 - DVD; Remote Code List; Audio Codes

Using the Remote Control 24 Chapter 2 PIONEER ...........................678 701 702 719 750 837 876 PROTON .....................................................................666 QUASAR ......................................................................716 RADIO SHACK ..........668 699 706 750 ...

Page 25 - DVR Codes; Home Theatre in a Box; Satellite/DTV Receivers

Using the Remote Control Chapter 2 25 HARMAN KARDON ...................................................427 HITACHI ...............................................404 407 419 428 HITEKER ....................................................................445 HUMAX .......................................

Page 26 - VCR Codes; Web TV

Using the Remote Control 26 Chapter 2 SHARP ........................................................................ 604 SKY NETWORK ........................................... 614 615 646 SIERRA I II III ............................................................ 561 SONY ............................

Page 27 - Chapter 3; Channel Banner; Autotuning; This feature only works with other RCA devices.; Setup

Chapter 3 27 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. Chapter 3: Using the TV's Features Channel Banner There are several indicators that might appear when you press the INFO button on the remote. This display is called the Channel Banner. The following list describes ...

Page 28 - Using the TV’s Features; Channel 3 or 4

Using the TV’s Features 28 Chapter 3 5. Press the right arrow button to select the choice that matches the way you have the device connected to this TV. You can select from the following inputs or channels: N/A Choose this if you don’t have this particular device connected to the TV, or if you don’t...

Page 29 - Parental Controls and V-Chip; The choices in the; How V- Chip Works for USA and Canada; This channel is blocked. Change; Lock/Unlock Parental Controls; Parental control

Chapter 3 29 Using the TV’s Features Parental control Go back Lock Par. Control - - - - Select channel 51 MTV Block channel Front panel block US V-Chip ... Canada V-Chip ... Unrated/Exempt View... Parental Controls and V-Chip The choices in the US V-Chip and Canada V-Chip menus involve software insi...

Page 30 - Rating Field; Blocking Age-Based Ratings; Hierarchy of Age-Based Ratings

Using the TV’s Features 30 Chapter 3 TV ratings Go back Status D L S V FV TV-MA View TV-14 View TV-PG View TV-G View TV-Y7 View TV-Y View The V-Chip Rating Screen The following is an example of where items are located within the Rating Limit screen. Rating Field Lets you select from a list of age- b...

Page 31 - Blocking Specifi c Content Themes; FV; Blocking Canadian V-Chip Ratings; Content Themes

Chapter 3 31 Using the TV’s Features E nglish ratings Go back Status 18+ Block 14+ Block PG Block G View C8+ View C View French ratings Go back Status 18 ans+ Block 16 ans+ Block 13 ans+ Block 8 ans+ View G View C View Blocking Specifi c Content Themes You can block programs based on their content. ...

Page 32 - V-Chip Movie Rating Limit; Blocking Movie Ratings; Block Channels

Using the TV’s Features 32 Chapter 3 V-Chip Movie Rating Limit Set movie rating limits by blocking movies rated above a specifi ed level. To access the Movie Rating Limit menu: 1. Press MENU on the remote control (the TV's Main Menu appears). 2. Select Parental control . 3. Select US V-Chip . 4. Sel...

Page 33 - Blocking Unrated/Exempt Programs; Future Rating Region; Additional Features; Screen Formats

Chapter 3 33 Using the TV’s Features Blocking Unrated/Exempt Programs The Unrated/Exempt option lets you decide if programs that the V-Chip recognizes as unrated or exempt can be viewed. Unrated TV programs may include news, sports, political, religious, local and weather programs, emergency bulleti...

Page 34 - PIP Buttons; PIP; Brings up the PIP window. Press PIP again to remove the; CH CTRL; (Channel Control) Lets you switch channel control between

Using the TV’s Features 34 Chapter 3 4/3 (available for analog video; may be available for digital video) 16/9 zoom (available for analog video; may be available for digital video) 16/9 Cinerama PIP (Picture-in-Picture) Operation The PIP (Picture-In-Picture) feature lets you display a second, smalle...

Page 35 - Using the PIP Feature; PC

Chapter 3 35 Using the TV’s Features Using the PIP Feature While you may use PIP in different ways, this basic PIP scenario should get you started. When watching a channel, follow these steps. 1. Press the PIP button on the remote control and the PIP window appears on the screen. 2. Press the CH CTR...

Page 36 - Chapter 4; Using the Menu System

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 36 Chapter 4 Chapter 4: Using the TV's Menu System Using the Menu System This section explores the menus of your TV. Each menu is outlined and detailed to help you get the most from your TV. The Parental control menu is discusse...

Page 37 - Using the TV's Menu System

Chapter 4 37 Using the TV's Menu System Go back Sound preset Personal... Frequency range ... Equalizer To view the frequency range of another Sound preset option, press the right or left arrow until no band is selected and Frequency range is highlighted. Then press the up arrow to highlight Sound pr...

Page 38 - Advanced settings

Using the TV's Menu System 38 Chapter 4 Advanced settings Second Audio Program (SAP) Plays the program’s audio in a second language, if one is available. The letters SAP appear in the channel banner when you tune to a program that is broadcast with SAP information. SAP audio is broadcast in mono. SA...

Page 40 - PIP Menu

Using the TV's Menu System 40 Chapter 4 PIP Menu The PIP menu lets you customize the PIP feature. To access the PIP menu, press MENU on the remote, and then select PIP from the Main Menu. Go to page 34 for more information on using the PIP feature. Dual Mode Adjusts the way the picture is displayed....

Page 42 - Parental Control Menu

Using the TV's Menu System 42 Chapter 4 Digital CC back. opacity Lets you set the appearance of the space behind the digital closed-caption text: Solid , Transparent , Translucent , or Flashing . Dig. CC back. color Lets you choose the color of the area of the screen behind the digital closed-captio...

Page 43 - Time Menu

Chapter 4 43 Using the TV's Menu System Go back Sleep timer 03:00 Zzz Auto Time channel 12 PBS Time 08:25PMWake up timer Daily... Wake up time 08:00AM Wake up channel 12 Turn off timer Once... Turn off time 10:00PM Time Time Menu Sleep timer Lets you set the TV to turn off after a given amount of ti...

Page 45 - Chapter 5; Chapter 5: Other Information; How do I tell an analog channel from a digital channel?; is displayed for an analog channel. A; Why are there bars on my screen and can I get rid of them?; Channel List; Why does the fi rst channel search take a long time?

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. Chapter 5 45 Chapter 5: Other Information Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) What’s the quickest way to view High Defi nition (HD) video? Connect an off-air antenna to the ANT/CABLE Input to view free local digital channels. You ...

Page 46 - Other Information; TV Problems; TV won’t turn on; Front Panel Block; No picture, no sound but TV is on; Signal type; Sound okay, picture poor

46 Chapter 5 Other Information Troubleshooting Most problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected by consulting the following troubleshooting list. TV Problems TV won’t turn on • Make sure the TV is plugged in. • Check the wall receptacle (or extension cord) to make sure it is “live” by plugg...

Page 47 - Problems with HDMI Connection

Chapter 5 47 Other Information Buttons don’t work • The front panel controls may be locked (disabled). Use the remote control to unlock the front panel controls by selecting the Front Panel Block in the Parental control menu and press OK to uncheck the box. • Unplug the TV for ten minutes and then p...

Page 48 - Problems with V-Chip/Parental Controls; The rating limits don’t work; • You must lock the settings. Go to the; I don’t remember my password and I want to unlock the TV; menu enter a new password

48 Chapter 5 Other Information Problems with V-Chip/Parental Controls The rating limits don’t work • You must lock the settings. Go to the Main Menu (press MENU on your remote), select Parental control , select Lock Parental Controls . I don’t remember my password and I want to unlock the TV • If yo...

Page 49 - The wall mount must bear a minimum of fi ve times

Chapter 5 49 Other Information Mounting Your TV to the Wall Caution: The wall mount must bear a minimum of fi ve times the TV’s net weight without causing damage. To mount your TV to the wall you need to purchase a VESA wall mount. For model L26WD14, purchase a VESA MIS-F, 400, 200, 4 (400, 200 mean...

Page 50 - US V-Chip Rating System; Designed for children ages 7 and above. It may be more appropriate; Canadian English V-Chip Rating System

50 Chapter 5 Other Information V-Chip Rating Explanations US V-Chip Rating System TV-MA (Mature Audience Only) Specifi cally 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 sex...

Page 51 - Canadian French V-Chip Rating System; of violence or intensely violent scenes.

Chapter 5 51 Other Information C8+ (Children 8 and Older) Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on their own. Violence Guidelines: Violence will not be portrayed as the preferred, acceptable, or only way to resolve confl ict or encourage children to imita...

Page 52 - does not

52 Chapter 5 Other Information Limited Warranty What your warranty covers: • Defects in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • 1 year from date of purchase for parts and labor. What we will do within one year: • At our option, either (a) pay any Authorized RCA Television Servi...

Page 53 - How state law relates to warranty:; Care and Cleaning; CAUTION: Turn OFF your TV before cleaning.

Chapter 5 53 Other Information How state law relates to warranty: • Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. • This warranty gives y...

Page 56 - FCC Information; · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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