Page 2 - CAUTION; Product Registration; Important Information
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 qualified service personnel. This symbol indicates “dangerous voltage“ inside the product that presents a risk of electric sho...
Page 3 - 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 a dry cloth. 7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8. Do not in...
Page 4 - Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Connections & Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect ......................................................................... 4 Protect Against Power Surges .................................................................................... 4Protect Devices from Overheating ......
Page 5 - Chapter 4: Other Information
Table of Contents Chapter 4: Other Information Frequently asked Questions (FaQs) .............................................................................. 19Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................. 20USa V-Chi...
Page 6 - Things to Consider Before You Connect; Protect against Power Surges
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 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. • Turn off the TV and/or device before you connect or disconnect any cables....
Page 7 - get the Picture; What You need to Know; Receiving Cable Channels; What You need; Chapter 1
get the Picture The first part of connecting your TV is to get the picture, also known as a signal. The back panel of your TV allows you to receive analog and digital channels by using the ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT. What You need to Know • This television is equipped with a QAM (Quadrature Amplitude Modul...
Page 8 - Receiving Channels with an antenna
What You need to Know • Visit www.antennaweb.org to get help deciding what type of antenna to use to receive the off-air local digital channels available to you. By entering where you live, this mapping program tells you what local analog and digital stations are available using a certain antenna. •...
Page 9 - Explanation of Jacks; Front Buttons
ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT Connect either antenna or cable via coaxial (RF) cable to receive analog and digital channels through your cable provider. Receive off-air analog and digital channels via an antenna. Refer to page 5 for more details. receive analog and digital channels through your cable provider...
Page 10 - Plug in the TV and Turn It On; Complete the Initial Setup; auto Channel Search
Plug in the TV and Turn It On Plug the end of the power cord into a grounded wall outlet. Insert the plug completely into the outlet. Press POWER on the TV’s front panel. _12 analog channel 012-1_ _ Digital channel SETUP Go backAuto Channel SearchList & LabelsClosed CaptionFavorite ChannelLangua...
Page 11 - What to Expect; Watching TV
What to Expect Watching TV • Your product allows you to change the format of the picture you’re viewing. Depending on the type of signal you’re viewing and how it’s being formatted, a different format might not be available. The Format option in the Setup menu changes the screen format. The options ...
Page 12 - Resetting the Password; Chapter 2: Using the TV Features
10 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. Parental Controls and V-Chip The choices in the USA V-CHIP menu involve software inside your TV (referred to as V-Chip) which allows you to block TV programs and movies based on violence, sex or other content you may believe ...
Page 13 - Chapter; Content Ratings; Blocking Specific Content Themes; Using the TV’s Features
Chapter 11 Downloadable V-chip Since broadcasters have the ability to add new ratings for TV programs, this option lets you define more parameters for your TV viewing, like parental controls. This option and its name are dependent on content from the broadcaster. Note: Once acquired from a broadcast...
Page 14 - Blocking USa V-Chip Movie Ratings
Blocking USa V-Chip Movie Ratings The Movie Ratings menu lets you decide which Movies on TV can and cannot be viewed. To set Movie programming limits: 1. Choose Parental Control from the Main Menu and press the OK button. 2. Enter your password. 3. Highlight V-chip Setting, then press the right arro...
Page 15 - Blocking Canadian V-Chip Movie Ratings; Unrated Programs
Chapter 1 Blocking Canadian V-Chip Movie Ratings If you receive Canadian programs you can lock Canadian English and Canadian French ratings. When you lock a particular rating, you automatically lock the higher rated programs as well. To lock Canadian English and French program ratings: 1. Choose Par...
Page 17 - Chapter 3: Using the TV’s Menu System
Chapter 1 Chapter 3: Using the TV’s Menu System Picture Menu The PICTURE menu options apply to the video for the main TV and Video Input Channels. As you scroll through the options available, the background image will change to fit that choice. Choose the setting that is best for your programs. Pres...
Page 18 - Using the TV’s Menu System
1 Chapter Closed Caption Many programs are encoded with closed-captioning information, which lets 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. Only specific programs encoded with closed-captioning information ar...
Page 20 - Parental Control Menu
1 Chapter Letterbox Format Crop format (stretched vertically to fill the 4:3 screen) gray or black bars Parental Control Menu The PARENTAL CONTROL menu was explained in Chapter 2. Go to page 10 for more information. Language Select your preferred language for the menus, that you should have set in t...
Page 22 - Troubleshooting; TV Problems; 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 • Make sure the TV is plugged in.• Check the wall receptacle (or extension cord) to make sure it is “live” by plugging in something else....
Page 23 - Problems with Parental Controls
Chapter 1 Other Information Problems with Parental Controls Can’t select a certain channel • The channel may be blocked or not approved through parental control settings. The rating limits don’t work • You must set Master Enable to lock ( ). Go to page 19 for instructions. I don’t remember my passwo...
Page 24 - USa V-Chip Rating System; Canadian English V-Chip Rating System
Chapter USa V-Chip Rating System TV-MA (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). TV-14 (...
Page 26 - Limited Warranty; What your warranty covers:
Chapter Limited Warranty What your warranty covers: • Defects in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • 90 days from date of purchase for labor charges. At our option we will either pay an Authorized RCA Service Center the labor to repair your television or replace your televi...
Page 27 - Product registration:; How state law relates to this warranty:
Chapter Other Information Product registration: • Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your TV. It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage. Limitation of Warranty: • THE WARRANTY STATED...
Page 28 - FCC Information; Care and Cleaning
Chapter FCC Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generat...
