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Page 2 - Product registration; Important Information

This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage" inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury. WarnInG To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no obj...

Page 3 - resolution

Introduction Thank You for Choosing rCa Congratulations on purchasing this RCA High Definition Television (HDTV) featuring Texas Instruments Digital Light Processing® technology–a true viewing experience. Your purchase decision represents an investment in a new generation of technology–DLP and HDTV....

Page 4 - Introduction; Other Key Features of Owning an rCa HDTV; Integrated HDTV Tuner with Digital Cable ready QaM; and; CableCarDTM is a trademark of Cable Television Laboratories, Inc.; Lamp replacement

Introduction Other Key Features of Owning an rCa HDTV RCA HDTV has been designed with features that will enhance your TV viewing experience, and features that provide flexibility to build on the digital revolution that is taking place. A summary of your TV’s most unique features follows. Go to Chapt...

Page 5 - Table of Contents; Chapter 2: Using the remote Control

Table of Contents Introduction ....................................................................................................................... 1 Chapter 1: Connections & Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect ......................................................................... ...

Page 6 - Chapter 4: Using the TV’s Menu System

Table of Contents Parental Controls ............................................................................................................ 31 Lock/Unlock TV ......................................................................................................... 31 How V-Chip Works for the USa...

Page 7 - Things to Consider Before You Connect; Protect against Power Surges; Instructions sheet packed with your TV.; Protect Components from Overheating; can circulate freely.; Position Cables Properly to avoid audio Interference; Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack.; Use Indirect Light

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

Page 8 - Chapter; Get the Picture; Getting Cable Channels; Getting Digital Channels; What You need

Connections & Setup Chapter SVGA INPUT AUDIO VGA/SVGA/XGA WIRED REMOTE CONTROL (IR) INPUT 2 COMPOSITE VIDEO L R INPUT 1 COMPONENT/COMPOSITE Y/VIDEO P B P R L R S-VIDEO L R DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT VIDEO L R Y/VIDEO P B P R L R S-VIDEO INPUT 3 COMPONENT/COMPOSITE INPUT 4 COMPOSITE FIXED/VARIABLE AUDI...

Page 9 - Using the CableCarD Slot; CableCARD; Digital Cable; • Coaxial cable; What You need to Know; sure you connect your cable to the CABLE INPUT.; Setting Up Digital Cable Television Service

Connections & Setup Chapter Using the CableCarD Slot The CableCARD slot (with CABLE INPUT) allows you to use a digital cable card to receive digital cable services, including premium and HDTV cable channels, without the need for a set-top box. Please contact your local cable company to obtain a ...

Page 10 - Jacks Used; Choose Your Connection

Connections & Setup Chapter Jacks Used Cables needed Go to... Component video page 9 page 10 audio/Video S-Video pages 11-12 HDMI Or HDMI Y Pb Pr audio r and L Video audio r and L HDMI 1 INPUT HDMI 2 INPUT HDMI™ INPUT 1 COMPONENT/COMPOSITE Y/VIDEO P B P R L R INPUT 2 COMPOSITE VIDEO L R S-VIDEO ...

Page 11 - Connecting the Device; Connect your Y Pb Pr component video cables.; Viewing the Picture from the Connected Device

Connections & Setup Chapter SVGA INPUT AUDIO VGA/SVGA/XGA WIRED REMOTE CONTROL (IR) L R DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT HDMI 1 INPUT HDMI 2 INPUT For Factory use only CABLE INPUT ANTENNA INPUT INPUT 2 VIDEO L R Y/VIDEO P B L R S-VIDEO INPUT 3 COMPONENT/COMPOSITE INPUT 4 COMPOSIT...

Page 12 - Using the example of a VCR:; Connect your composite audio/video cables to the TV’s input.; To view the picture from the connected device, refer to Chapter 2,; audio/Video Connection

Connections & Setup 0 Chapter Connecting the Device This connection allows you to connect a device such as a VCR that has audio/video outputs. Using the example of a VCR: 1. Connect your cable and/or off-air antenna as described on page 6. 2. Connect your composite audio/video cables to the TV’s...

Page 13 - HDMI Connection; OR; Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI INPUT jack on the back of the TV.

Connections & Setup Chapter HDMI Connection OR Device with DVI L R Device with HDMI Audio Out DVI Out Pb Y Video Out Pr HDMI Out L R Audio Out INPUT 4 COMPOSITE VIDEO L R SVGA INPUT AUDIO VGA/SVGA/XGA WIRED REMOTE CONTROL (IR) VIDEO L R INPUT 1 COMPONENT/COMPOSITE Y/VIDEO P B P R L R S-VIDEO L R...

Page 14 - Connecting Your TV to an audio/Video receiver; Be sure to go to the; Or; • If your set-top box has an HDMI jack, connect an HDMI cable.; the Remote Control. The section is called, Using the INPUT Button.; advanced audio Connection Information

Connections & Setup Chapter • If you are done connecting devices to your TV, go to page to complete the Assisted Setup. • To find out more about connecting audio/video receivers, go to the next page. HDMI cable Connecting Your TV to an audio/Video receiver For better sound quality than the TV’s ...

Page 15 - Connecting Your TV to a receiver with Dolby; Setting Up Your TV; Complete the assisted Setup; Tip

Connections & Setup Chapter Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Digital Optical cable Connecting Your TV to a receiver with Dolby ® Digital If you own a receiver with Dolby ® digital decoding or PCM (Pulse-Code Modulation) that uses an optical cable-typ...

Page 16 - Complete the Channel Search; Set the Menu Language

Connections & Setup Chapter Complete the Channel Search Even though this initial channel search can take several minutes, you must complete it in order for your TV to display channels and programming information. Make sure you’ve connected your TV to cable and/or off-air signals before you begin...

Page 17 - What To Expect; Watching TV; Changing Channels; Weak or No Signal; next Steps; Assisted Setup

Connections & Setup Chapter What To Expect Watching TV If you have both analog and digital cable channels these will be put into the same channel list. To tell the difference between these channels, press the INFO button and look in the channel banner for these things: a subchannel, the format, ...

Page 18 - Explanation of Jacks

Connections & Setup Chapter Explanation of Jacks The diagrams below illustrate jacks found on the back of the TV. When connecting cables, be sure to connect corresponding outputs and inputs (video input into video output, right audio input into right audio output, etc.). CableCARD Allows you to ...

Page 20 - Front Panel; The Front of Your TV; Front/Side Input Jacks

Connections & Setup Chapter Front Panel If you cannot locate your remote, you can use the front panel of your TV to operate many of the TV’s features. MENU/OK Brings up the Main menu. When the menu system is displayed, pressing MENU/OK selects highlighted items. CH 6 Scans down through the chann...

Page 21 - Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control; The Buttons on the remote Control

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control Tip To turn off most RCA devices that are connected to the TV, press ON•OFF twice within two seconds and hold remote steady until the mode indicator turns off. The Buttons on the remote Contro...

Page 22 - Using the Remote Control

0 Chapter Using the Remote Control GUIDE If programmed, displays the Program Guide when a compatible set-top box (e.g. a digital cable box or satellite receiver) is connected. INFO Displays the Channel Banner with channel and viewing information. Press again to remove the banner. INPUT Toggles throu...

Page 23 - The TV button can’t be programmed on this remote to control; Find Out If You need to Program the remote; Automatic Code Search.; Using Direct Entry

Chapter Using the Remote Control Programming the remote to Operate Other Devices The universal remote can be programmed to operate many brands of remote-controllable VCRs, audio devices, DVD players, cable boxes, satellite receivers and other devices. In addition to being programmed to operate your ...

Page 24 - press ON•OFF to see if the device responds to the remote control.; Using Manual Code Search; until a device button remains lit. Then release the buttons.; How to Use the remote after You’ve Programmed It; To Operate the Device:

Chapter Using the Remote Control 6. To test the code you’ve programmed for that device button, point the remote at the device and then press ON•OFF to see if the device responds to the remote control. If the device turns off, you’ve entered the correct programming code for your device. Circle the co...

Page 25 - • Use the remote buttons that apply to that device.; Modes of Operation; Volume Punchthrough Feature

Chapter Using the Remote Control • Use the remote buttons that apply to that device. Note: The remote control may not be compatible with all brands and models of devices. Modes of Operation The button corresponding to the mode the remote is in lights up when you press any button that works in that m...

Page 26 - Deleting aLL Volume Punchthrough Commands; device button remains lit. Then release the buttons.; Using the InPUT Button; Once you find the input source you want, stop pressing INPUT.; remote Code List; audio Codes

Chapter Using the Remote Control Deleting aLL Volume Punchthrough Commands To delete all programmed Volume Punchthrough settings and return the remote control back to the factory default: 1. Simultaneously press and hold the ON•OFF and MUTE buttons (approximately 3 seconds) until a device button rem...

Page 27 - CD

Chapter Using the Remote Control OAK ........................................................................ 476 489 PACE .............................................................................. 532 PANASONIC ........................................................... 460 508 PARAGON ...........

Page 28 - DVr Codes

Chapter Using the Remote Control THETA DIGITAL ............................................................404 TIVO .......................................................................912 909 TOSHIBA ...........................................394 398 973 924 983 TREDEX ..............................

Page 29 - Web TV

Chapter Using the Remote Control GOLDSTAR ................................227 245 338 329 346 234 GRADIENTE .................................................................251 GO-VIDEO ..........................354 375 407 426 455 971 368 HARLEY DAVIDSON ...............................................

Page 31 - Chapter 3: Using the TV’s Features; about the Channel Banner; Program Title/Acquiring Channel

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. Chapter 3: Using the TV’s Features about the Channel Banner The Channel Banner appears when you press the INFO button on the remote. If an icon in the channel banner is grayed out (dim), the feature is not available. The followi...

Page 32 - Using the TV’s Features; Digital or analog TV Channels; caster, a program description will appear.

Using the TV’s Features 0 Chapter Cable Input 16x9 Normal 1080i HDTV English MPAA - Not Rated 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM 12:39 PM 12:30 AM 00:30 Program Title/Acquiring Channel D 6-1 DNLJ Digital or analog TV Channels A single off-air antenna can pick up both analog and digital channels. Digital channels ca...

Page 33 - How V-Chip Works for the USa and Canada

Using the TV’s Features Chapter Parental Controls The Parental Controls menu allows you to program your TV so that children cannot see certain programs, channels, or use the buttons on the front of the TV. The Parental Controls menu controls the software inside your TV (referred to as V-Chip) which ...

Page 34 - USa V-Chip TV ratings; Blocking age-Based ratings; Hierarchy of age-Based ratings

Using the TV’s Features Chapter USa V-Chip TV ratings The USA V-Chip TV Rating lets you decide which TV programs can and cannot be viewed. To set TV programming limits:1. Choose Channel Setup from the Main menu. If Channel Setup has previously been locked, you must enter your password. 2. Then selec...

Page 35 - Blocking Specific Content Themes; Blocked; V-Chip Movie rating Limit; Main Menu; Blocking Movie ratings; Content Themes

Using the TV’s Features Chapter Not Rated Movies V-Chip Movie Rating V-Chip TV Rating Go Back 2 1 0 Rating Status Blocked B B B Blocked Blocked Blocked Viewable Viewable Viewable The V-Chip MPAA movie rating limits are set in this screen.The TV must be locked for the rating limits to be enforced. Ma...

Page 36 - V-Chip Unrated Program Block; Block Unrated and Exempt Programs; Front Button Block

Using the TV’s Features Chapter Note: Some movies may be given a Not Rated (NR) rating. After blocking movie ratings, you must set NR to Viewable separately to view NR movies. To view movie ratings after you’ve blocked them, follow the same steps as above to make the rating Viewable (V ). USA V-Chip...

Page 37 - Channel Lists; Editing Channels in the Channel Lists; auto Tuning Feature

Using the TV’s Features Chapter Lock TV 1 Cable Channel List 3 Go Back 0 Video Input List 5 Advanced Settings 6 Parental Controls 7 Channel Search 2 Antenna Ch. List 4 Two lines of help text will appear in this area to explain the feature and instruct the user on how to use it. Analog/ Favorite Chil...

Page 38 - Not Connected; may not be available on your TV); Future Downloadable ratings

Using the TV’s Features Chapter 3. Highlight Auto Tuning and press OK. 4. Highlight the device button field and continually press OK to scroll through the selection of inputs. The choices and a brief explanation follow: Not Connected Choose this if you don’t have this particular device connected to ...

Page 39 - Tips; navigating the Menu System; appears; Menu path; Controls

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. Chapter 4: Using the TV’s Menu System Not Connected Input 2 HDMI Startup Channel Auto Tuning Go Back 2 1 0 CableCARD Tools Diagnostic Info 4 3 CableCARD Reset 5 Front Input Channel Setup 4 Advanced Settings Press OK to select th...

Page 40 - Using the TV’s Menu System; Sliders; Highlight the slider for the feature you want to adjust.; Choice Lists; radio buttons

Chapter Using the TV’s Menu System Sliders Sliders are used to select a specific point of a control that has continuous levels. To make adjustments: 1. Highlight the slider for the feature you want to adjust. 2. Press the up or down arrow button to adjust the indicator on a vertical slider. Press th...

Page 41 - Contrast

Chapter Using the TV’s Menu System Picture Menu The Picture Menu contains menus to configure video settings: Picture Preset Mode, Picture Settings, Screen Format, Advanced Picture, and Screen Adjust menu. Each one is described below. Note: When changing an item in the Picture Menu, the graphics beco...

Page 42 - Screen Format

0 Chapter Using the TV’s Menu System 5 Screen Adjust Advanced Picture 4 2 Screen Format Picture Settings 3 Picture Preset Mode 1 Go Back 0 Main Menu 4 Picture Quality Screen format determines the format and size of the picture on the display screen. Press OK to continue. Use this screen or the FORMA...

Page 43 - Screen adjust Menu

Chapter Using the TV’s Menu System Contrast Enhance Makes the picture appear brighter by deepening the black parts of the picture. This also helps to maintain a more consistent black level from one scene to the next. The options are On and Off. Film 3:2 Pulldown Automatically detects video sources t...

Page 44 - Sound Preset Mode; Sound Expansion

Chapter Using the TV’s Menu System audio Menu The Audio menu lets you adjust audio output. To access the Audio menu, press MENU on the remote, and then select Audio from the main menu. The following audio items can be adjusted: Sound Preset Mode, Sound Logic, Balance, and Advanced Audio. 3 2 1 0 3 5...

Page 45 - Variable Level, Speakers On; SAP is broadcast in mono and is only available for analog

Chapter Using the TV’s Menu System Mono This should only be used when the stereo signal is weak. Stereo Splits the incoming stereo audio signal into left and right front channels. SRS, SRS Focus, and ( ) symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. SRS Focus Technology is incorporated under license from ...

Page 47 - Channel Search; advanced Settings

Chapter Using the TV’s Menu System Go Back 0 Channel Search Signal Strength 2 1 Auto Tuning Signal Source 4 3 Special Features 5 Two lines of help text will appear in this area to explain the feature and instruct the user on how to use it. Check fewer boxes to make the search faster (but less comple...

Page 48 - CableCARD Reset; Setup Options Menu; Caption Display; On

Chapter Using the TV’s Menu System Some CableCARD Tools screens might have additional information displayed on more than one page. Use the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the blue Continue link at the bottom of the page, for example, as the graphic to the left shows, and simply press the OK...

Page 49 - analog Captions; Cyan

Chapter Using the TV’s Menu System Analog Captions Caption Display Go Back 4 3 2 1 0 Caption Style Digital Captions Main Menu 4 Setup Options 4 Closed Captioning CC1CC2CC3CC4Text 1Text 2Text 3Text 4 Press 5 or 6 to point to an option, then press OK to select it. Press 3 to return to the menu. If a d...

Page 50 - Time Menu

Chapter Using the TV’s Menu System "Monotype" is a trademark of Monotype Imaging, Inc. registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and may be registered in certain other jurisdictions."iType" is a trademark of Monotype Imaging, Inc. and may be registered in certain other juris...

Page 51 - Other Information

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. Chapter 5: Other Information Frequently asked Questions (FaQs) Why does my TV take so long to turn on? Quick Startup is a power-saving feature in your TV. Select either enable or disable, which ever option is best for you. Enabl...

Page 52 - Troubleshooting; TV Problems; TV won’t turn on; Power indicator is blinking or flashing; Buttons don’t work; TV turns off while playing; TV turns on unexpectedly; Video and audio are out of sync

Other Information 0 Chapter Troubleshooting Most problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected by consulting the following troubleshooting list. TV Problems TV won’t turn on • Press the TV button or ON/OFF button while remote is in TV mode and there’s a source of power to the outlet or outlet...

Page 54 - noisy stereo reception; Problems with HDMI Connection; The rating limits don’t work

Other Information Chapter noisy stereo reception • May be a weak station. Use Audio menu to choose Mono sound. no picture, no sound but TV is on • Maybe the cable/antenna option wasn’t chosen in the Channel Search menu. Select Detect antenna or cable setting in the Channel Search menu and run the se...

Page 55 - I don’t remember my password and I want to unlock the TV

Other Information Chapter I don’t remember my password and I want to unlock the TV • If you forget your password, put the remote in TV mode. Simultaneously press and hold MENU/OK on the television and VOL down on the remote for 3 seconds. Nothing appears on the screen, Parental Controls simply unloc...

Page 56 - Lamp replacement Information; replacing the Lamp Unit; When to replace the lamp

Other Information Chapter Service Model Number Numéro de Modéle-Service SERIAL SERIE LAMP HDLP50XXXXXX000000000 X EXAMPLE: Service Model Number sticker with lamp type listed. Lamp replacement Information replacing the Lamp Unit Your TV’s source of light comes from a lamp – similar to lamps used in f...

Page 57 - HDTV Specifications; slot

Other Information Chapter HDTV Specifications * Tuning Capability Channel Tuning .......................................................................... NTSC/ATSC/64 QAM/256 QAM Digital Cable Compatibility ........................................................ QAM, HDMI/DVI, Component, CableCAR...

Page 58 - Limited Warranty; What your warranty covers:; Authorized Service Center in your area.; Product Registration:

Other Information Chapter Limited Warranty What your warranty covers: • Defects in materials or workmanship to the first consumer purchaser. For how long after your purchase: • One year from date of purchase for labor charges excluding labor charges for replacement of the lamp unit. At our option we...

Page 59 - Care and Cleaning; • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.; How State Law relates to warranty:; or exclusions may not apply to you.; If you purchased your unit outside the United States:

Other Information Chapter Care and Cleaning CAUTION: Turn OFF your TV before cleaning.You can clean the TV as required, using a soft lint-free cloth. Be sure to occasionally dust the ventilation slots in the cabinet to help assure adequate ventilation.The TV’s screen may be cleaned with a soft, lint...

Page 64 - RCA and associated marks are trademarks of THOMSON S.A. used

TTE Technology, Inc. 101 West 103rd StreetIndianapolis, IN 46290 ©2007 TTE Technology, Inc. RCA and associated marks are trademarks of THOMSON S.A. used under license to TTE Corporation.Printed in USA TOCOM 1666047a Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or...