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Table of Contents Setup and Connections ....................................... 5 Step 1: Unpack the System .............................................................. 6 Step 2: Connect Your TV to Other Components ............................. 6 Jacks and Cables ......................................................................... 7 Front Buttons ............................................................................. 8 Back of the TV .............................................................
Table of Contents Sorting the DIRECTV® Programming Guide ................................. 38 The Other Icons .............................................................................. 42 Adjusting TV Controls....................................... 43 Picture Quality Controls ................................................................. 44 Picture Settings ........................................................................ 44 Color Warmth .......................................................
Table of Contents Options and Preferences .................................. 63 Changing the Signal Source .......................................................... 64 Changing the Signal Type .............................................................. 64 Auto Tuning .................................................................................... 65 Channel Search ............................................................................... 66 Mailbox ..............................................
Welcome to HDTV 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 ATSC format, which originated from the Advanced Television Systems Committee. The other is NTSC format, which is named for the National Television System Committee.
Setup and Connections Getting Started Setup and connections 2 Using the Remote 3 Basic TV Operation 4 Using The Program Guides 5 Adjusting TV Controls 6 Using The Profiles 7 Options and Preferences 8 Getting Assistance 9 Reference ➣ 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.
Setup and Connections ON•OFF VCR1 DVD VCR2 TV AUX DIRECTV MUTE SKIP CH + VOL VOL Step 1: Unpack the System CH FETCH GO BACK GUIDE Make sure to locate the remote control and power cord. INFO OK MENU 1 CLEAR 2 4 3 5 7 6 8 9 INPUT ANTENNA 0 REVERSE PLAY FORWARD RECORD STOP PIP Step 2: Connect Your 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.
Setup and Connections 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 provides the best picture quality for your system. This jack is available on this TV and is used in conjunction with audio cables. Remember also to connect the left and right audio cables because the S-Video jack carries only the picture signal, not the sound.
Setup and Connections 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. Channel CTV DIRE TV • Info Volume Volume Menu • OK Powe r Front panel buttons on model P61310 MENU/O K FO IN TV /D CH POWE R V ECT IR VOL VOL CH Front panel buttons on model F38310 TV|DIRECTV Toggles between TV mode and DIRECTV mode. INFO Brings up the on-screen channel banner.
Setup and Connections 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 the jacks or the TV pictured here may be different from yours.
Setup and Connections 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.).
Setup and Connections INPUT 1 Lets you connect a baseband NTSC (analog) component such as a VCR, laserdisc player, Internet access device, or DVD player. VIDEO • VIDEO provides composite video connection. The video connector is usually yellow. INPUT1 • L AUDIO provides left audio connection. The left audio connector is usually white. INPUT2 • R AUDIO provides right audio connection. The right audio connector is usually red.
Setup and Connections How to view programming: The Basic Connection • To 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. • To watch cable or any other alternate RF signal, such as digital or analog terrestrial, press ANTENNA on the remote control until ANTENNA B is displayed in the channel banner.
Setup and Connections The Advanced Connection After you have made your connections, program the TV to tune to the correct video input channel to see and hear audio and video from the attached component (VCR, DVD player, etc.). Program your TV as described in the “System Options and Preferences” section of this book.
Setup and Connections Connecting Speakers to the TV You 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 twist the wire core. AUDIO OUTPUTS VARIABLE L R FIXED L R EXT SPEAKERS + EXT + R INT L Speaker wire 2. Open the lever on the speaker terminal. 3. Insert the wire core into the hole. Be sure to connect the (+) to (+) and (-) to (-). 4.
Setup and Connections 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. • 2. VARIABLE provides variable-level audio output. Volume levels are controlled by the volume controls on the monitor and monitor remote control.
Setup and Connections Step 3: Place Batteries 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 4: Plug in and Turn on the System Plug one end of the power cord into the back of the television as shown on right. Plug the other end into a wall outlet.
Using the Remote How to Use Your Universal Remote • describes how you toggle between TV “mode” and DIRECTV “mode.” • shows you how to change between analog terrestrial, digital terrestrial, and DIRECTV® channels. • walks you through using the PIP (picture-in-picture) feature. • describes how to program the remote to control other devices such as a VCR.
Using the Remote Remote Control Buttons LED 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 only works with most RCA, GE, and PROSCAN products).
Using the Remote 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® channel you viewed. Pressing it while watching a TV channel moves you to the last TV channel you viewed. In the menu system, pressing GO BACK returns you to the previous menu screen.
Using the Remote Programming the Remote Control 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 To determine whether the universal remote control requires programming, turn on a component, such as a VCR, point the remote control at the VCR, and press the VCR1 button.
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 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, and then press ON•OFF to see if the component responds to the remote control commands. If it doesn’t, try pressing the component button and then ON•OFF again. 6.
Using the Remote Remote Control Codes VCR Admiral ........................................................... 2131 Adventura ....................................................... 2026 Aiko ................................................................. 2027 Aiwa ...................................................... 2002, 2026 Akai . 2003, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2111,2112, 2113 American High .............................................. 2021 Asha .......................................................
Basic TV Operation The ins and outs of Using Your HDTV It also describes how to change channels and modes and how to use PIP (Picture-In-Picture). Setup and connections 2 Using the Remote 3 Basic TV Operation 4 Using The Program Guides 5 Adjusting TV Controls 6 Using The Profiles 7 Options and Preferences 8 Getting Assistance 9 Reference ➣ This section tells you about the interactive channel banner, which appears when you change channels or press INFO on the remote.
BASIC TV OPERATION About the Channel Banner Please note that when you’re in TV mode, the channel banner will not look the same as when you’re in DIRECTV mode (if you subscribe to DIRECTV® programming). 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.
BASIC TV OPERATION 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. Press INFO on the remote control twice to view an expanded channel banner that shows a program description (when available). Green unlock icon Indicates that the system is unlocked. Spending, viewing and other limits can be accessed and changed. When selected, locks the system.
BASIC TV OPERATION Changing Between DIRECTV and TV Mode When you change channels by entering numbers with the remote control, you tune to programming that can come from one of three different sources: the DIRECTV satellite (if you have DIRECTV service), a terrestrial off-air antenna, or cable TV. You tune to one of these sources by pressing either TV or DIRECTV on the remote control; then you can enter the channel numbers. The diagrams below show how your remote control communicates with the three sources.
BASIC TV OPERATION Changing Channels To change channels by entering numbers with the remote control, the remote needs to be in the correct “mode”: either DIRECTV mode (if you subscribe to DIRECTV) or TV mode. ON•OFF VCR1 ® When you want to watch DIRECTV programming, put the remote in DIRECTV mode 2. Enter the channel number and press OK. If you do not enter at least three digits, “???” will appear in the channel entry box, and the system will wait for a valid entry.
BASIC TV OPERATION PIP (Picture-in-Picture) Operation Note that you will only be able to use PIP with analog channels. The PIP (Picture-In-Picture) feature lets you display a second, smaller analog (NTSC format) picture on top of the main analog picture. Your TV is equipped with a dual NTSC tuner that tunes to cable or off-air television signals. You will only be able to use the PIP window and main picture with analog channels.
BASIC TV OPERATION PIP Problems? • If you are channel surfing and the PIP disappears, you may have tuned to a digital channel. To 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 reappear.
BASIC TV OPERATION Using the INPUT Button 1. ON•OFF VCR1 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. DVD TV AUX VCR2 DIRECTV MUTE SKIP VOL VOL CH + CH FETCH GO BACK GUIDE INFO OK Input source Watch the channel banner to see the input sources change with each press of the INPUT button. 2.
Using the Program Guides What is a program guide? Both of these guides can be viewed in different formats. 2 Using the Remote 3 Basic TV Operation ➣ Using the program guides is easy as long as you remember to highlight items on the screen by pressing the arrow buttons on the remote control. Then, press OK to tune to that channel. Setup and connections ➣ A program guide is an on-screen programming schedule. It is a list of the current and future programs.
Using the Program Guides Bringing Up the Program Guides DVD 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. • Pressing the GUIDE button on the remote control, or • Pressing MENU on the remote control and selecting Program Guide.
Using the Program Guides Anatomy of the TV Program Guide To 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 upon information provided by local broadcasters.
Using the Program Guides Anatomy of the DIRECTV® Programming Guide To 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.
Using the Program Guides 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) You can quickly highlight any channel in the program guides by entering the channel number with the number buttons (0-9). For example, to highlight channel 228, press the numbers 2-2-8 and press OK on the remote control. To highlight channel 73, press 7-3 and OK.
Using the Program Guides Using the GUIDE Button Each press of the GUIDE button on the remote control takes you to an alternate type of TV or DIRECTV® programming guide: Detail Guide, SurfGuide™ (DIRECTV only), or Grid Guide. By default, the Detail Guide appears when you press GUIDE on the remote control. You can change the default guide from the Detail Guide to the Grid Guide or the SurfGuide feature (DIRECTV only) using the following steps: 1. Select Preferences from the main menu. 2.
Using the Program Guides You can highlight any program then tune to that channel by pressing OK or get more information by pressing the INFO button. 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.
Using the Program Guides 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 different ways. The Sorting icons appear at the bottom of the Grid Guide and Detail Guide. Sorting the DIRECTV® Programming Guide by Topics The topics icon sorts the DIRECTV® programming guide according to the current user’s preferences.
Using the Program Guides Sorting the DIRECTV® Programming Guide by Movies 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. Movies icon Select the movies themes icon to sort the guide to list movies by type, such as comedies or musicals. Movies themes icon Select a movie theme that interests you.
Using the Program Guides Sorting the Current DIRECTV® Programming Guide Alphabetically The AlphaSort™ feature lists all the program titles in the current DIRECTV® programming guide in alphabetical order. You can also find this icon in the channel banner. Select the AlphaSort icon to search for specific program titles that are in the current guide.
Using the Program Guides 3. Select Enter Text 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.” On-screen icons represent the status of the scout feature: Indicates the Scout feature is set to find specific information.
Using the Program Guides 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. Exit icon Help Brings up additional information about the guide. Press OK to continue. Help icon Down Arrow The arrow icon allows you to scroll down through other channels in the guide.
Adjusting TV Controls 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 Picture Quality Controls The Picture Quality menu contains all of the TV’s video configuration controls. To access the Picture Quality menu, press MENU on the remote control to go to the main menu, then select Picture Quality. Picture Quality menu for model P61310 is pictured here. 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.
Adjusting TV Controls Noise Filter 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. You can set Noise Filter to Off, Low, or High. Off When set to Off, no noise reduction occurs. Low When set to Low, the television produces a softer, smoother picture and retains picture sharpness and detail. This is especially useful for providing a cleaner picture in weak analog signal conditions.
Adjusting TV Controls Audio Controls The Audio menu lets you adjust the controls that involve the TV’s audio outputs. To access the Audio menu, press MENU on the remote, then select Audio from the main menu. Mute Turn 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 Controls Lets you adjust the Bass, Treble and Balance. Use the right and left arrow buttons on your remote to adjust the sliders.
Adjusting TV Controls • *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 audio track and limits volume excursions to a minimum and maximum volume range from the current volume setting.
Adjusting TV Controls Icon in the Channel Banner You will find an audio language icon in the channel banner. Audio language icon • If the icon is highlighted while watching a digital (ATSC) or DIRECTV channel, two or more audio languages are available. Selecting the icon repeatedly scrolls through and plays the options. • If the icon is highlighted when watching an analog (NTSC) TV channel, a Second Audio Program (SAP) is available.
Using The Profiles Creating User Profiles 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 Profiles About Profiles When you select Profiles from the main menu, you can create four different profiles in addition to the default “Family” profile. You 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 on the remote control to scroll through your profiles and press OK to access a certain one. But first, personalize a profile by entering a name. 1.
Using the Profiles 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. To go directly to a certain channel, enter its number using the digits on the remote control. Or, page through the list using the channel up and down buttons. Checkmarked items appear in the DIRECTV channel list.
Using the Profiles 2. Use the digits or the arrow buttons on the remote control to enter a single-program spending limit. Important! 3. Lock the system. See “Locking the System” near the end of this section for details. You need to lock the system in order for rating limits, channel limits, and spending limits to go into effect. 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 more than your spending limit allows.
Using the Profiles The TV Setup You 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 You should create a TV channel list to establish which TV channels (including both analog and digital) the selected profile can access. To create the TV channel list: 1. Select a user. 2. Select Edit Channels. To start, you can add or delete all channels. 3.
Using the Profiles Setting the TV Rating The Set TV Rating menu enables you to program your TV so children cannot see certain programs or channels. The last three choices in the TV Setup menu involve software inside your TV (often called V-Chip) which allows you to “block” TV programs and movies based on violence, sex, or other content you may believe children should not view. In other words, it lets you program your TV so it will not display certain programs.
Using the Profiles To 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. Remember you are only blocking TV programs and movies for the one Profile you select in the Profiles menu. If you would like to block different programs for different users, be sure to complete the process for each of them.
Using the Profiles Blocking Age-Based Ratings You can automatically block all program ratings above a specified agebased 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 programming with higher ratings. When you change the status of a rating to Block, the system will automatically block higher ratings and all corresponding content themes.
Using the Profiles Blocking Specific Content Themes You 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. You must remember to lock the system for rating limits to take effect.
Using the Profiles Setting the Movie Rating You set movie rating limits by blocking movies rated above a specified level. To 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. Please note that the rating limits you set while in the TV Setup menu apply only to TV programs—they do not apply to DIRECTV® programs.
Using the Profiles 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 View: 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 View. Some movies may be given a “Not Rated” rating. After blocking movie ratings, you must separately set “Not Rated Movies” to View to see these movies.
Using the Profiles Choosing Your Profile Each time you turn on the TV, the Family profile is selected by default. To 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 profile appears, enter your four-digit personal password to access your profile. If the profile is not password protected, you can just press OK to activate it.
Using the Profiles Locking and Unlocking 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 password. Don’t Forget Your Password If you forget a USER password and the system is locked, you need to unlock the system and then assign a new user password.
Using the Profiles Locking the System When you lock the system, all limits set up for all profiles are put into effect, regardless of whether the profile 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 channel in its channel list (if the profile is locked, however, you must have the user password).
Options and Preferences Different Ways to Adjust Your HDTV • 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 preferences • using the FETCH button on the remote control 2 Using the Remote 3 Basic TV Operation 4 Using The Program Guides 5 Adjusting TV Controls 6 Using The Profiles 7 Options and Preferences 8 Getting Assistance 9 Reference ➣ selectin
Options and Preferences 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 front panel buttons to access this menu and change the signal source. To access the Signal Source menu: 1. Press MENU on the remote control to access the main menu.
Options and Preferences Auto 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 with a device. Selecting any of the fields on this screen enables you to specify which input or channel the component will use. 2.
Options and Preferences Channel Search Engaging in a channel search tells the TV to search automatically for all the terrestrial TV channels available through the antenna inputs. When the TV finds an active channel, it places it in the channel list. Inactive channels (weak stations or channels with no signal at all) will not be placed the channel list. The Channel Search screen lets you choose to do either a Full Search or a Quick Search.
Options and Preferences Mail provides the latest information from program providers. Purchases: Pay Per View Programs Pay Per View programs (PPV) are DIRECTV programs that you purchase— like a movie ticket—if you subscribe to DIRECTV® programming. You can preview movies on certain channels to determine if you would like to purchase them. You may need to enter your four-digit system password to order a PPV program if it costs more than the spending limit you set up in the Profiles menu.
Options and Preferences To purchase a movie or event, you can take one of two actions: • Tune to a PPV by channel surfing within DIRECTV® channels and finding a PPV channel. When you find it, press the INFO button find more information and details about how to purchase it. -or- • Highlight a PPV program from the DIRECTV program guide and press INFO. The Program Details screen will appear and give you more information about the program. From this screen you can also purchase the program.
Options and Preferences Using the Attractions Guide Your 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. To access the Attractions Guide: 1. Press the DIRECTV button on the remote control. Then press GUIDE. 2. Use the down arrow icon to move the highlight to the bottom of the screen. 3. Select the Other Guides icon. 4. Select Attractions Guide. 5.
Options and Preferences Using the Purchases Menu The Purchases menu allows you to review upcoming and past DIRECTV Pay Per View 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 control to see more items. The display also shows the title, channel, date, time, and cost of each program.
Options and Preferences Setting the Time and Date You can set the current time and day, the current date, the time zone, and whether or not you observe daylight saving time. If you select Use Defaults, any changes you made will be discarded and the time and date will be reset to the last saved settings. 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 numbers.
Options and Preferences Translucency You 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). Note that when tuned to the device connected to the component video input jacks, translucency is set to opaque and cannot be changed.
Options and Preferences Caption Display The Caption Display menu displays a choice list that lets you choose when closed captioning information is shown on the screen. Closed Captioning On when available. Captioning information is shown always, Closed Captioning Off No captioning information is displayed. On When Muted Captioning information is only shown when the TV’s sound is muted, when available. (To mute the sound, press the MUTE button on the remote control.
Options and Preferences Using Fetch 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 remote and select Signal Meter with only two button presses. To view the Fetch menu, press FETCH on the remote control.
Getting Assistance Need Help? • helps you get antenna and signal meter information • explains the on-screen signal meter • tells you how to validate a new access card • describes how to use the system test • explains how to acquire off-air guides • discusses possible upgrades for your TV 3 Basic TV Operation 4 Using The Program Guides 5 Adjusting TV Controls 6 Using The Profiles 7 System Options and Preferences 8 Getting Assistance 9 Reference ➣ Most of the screens contain inform
Getting Assistance Running the Interactive Setup You 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 menu. 3. Select Interactive Setup and follow the on-screen directions. The interactive setup process allows you to complete all steps or selectively skip steps.
Getting Assistance 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 to take full advantage of your system. Specify the type of dish you are using: 1. Press MENU on the remote control to bring up the Main menu. 2.
Getting Assistance Find Your Dish Pointing Coordinates 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. Select Assistance, then Dish Pointing. 3. Select Enter ZIP Code. 4. Enter the ZIP Code for the satellite dish antenna installation location. 5.
Getting Assistance 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 for both satellite locations (this may require some tweaking), you can select Alternate for fine tuning to improve your reception of both signals.
Getting Assistance 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 will still receive DIRECTV® programming guides if you do not receive TV program guides. To disable the TV program guide: 1. Select Assistance from the main menu. 2.
Reference Getting Information 1 Setup and connections 2 Using the Remote 3 Basic TV Operation 4 Using The Program Guides 5 Adjusting TV Controls 6 Using The Profiles 7 Options and Preferences 8 Getting Assistance 9 Reference ➣ This section contains troubleshooting information, your RCA limited warranty, and accessory ordering information.
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 reception • May be a weak station. Change to mono mode instead of stereo in the Audio menu under Special Audio. No picture, no sound but TV is on • Maybe a vacant channel or input is tuned.
Reference Blank screen • Maybe the component (VCR, DVD, etc.) connected to the input jacks is not on. • Try 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 wall receptacle (and extension cord, if applicable) to make sure it is “live” by plugging in something else. • Maybe remote control is not aimed at remote sensor.
Reference RCA High Definition TELEVISION (HDTV) LIMITED Warranty What your warranty covers: • Any defect in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • One year for labor charges. • One year for parts. • Two years for the picture tube. The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.
Reference FCC Registration Information Your 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 Telephone Company. On the back of this equipment is a label indicating among other information, the FCC Registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for the equipment. You must, upon request, provide this information to your telephone company.
Reference Accessory Information 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/Video cable with RCA-type phono plugs. VH83 Monaural VCR Dubbing Audio/ Video Cable is a double cable that lets you connect the video and audio jacks of two VHS VCRs to duplicate tapes. It can also be used to connect a VCR to your TV. The cable is colorcoded and shielded.
Reference Accessory Order Form VC R1 DV D ON• OFF AU X DI RE CT V VO L CH CH OK 1 2 4 Remote Control This is the remote control that came packed with your TV. Replacements or spares can be ordered as needed. Part No. VH81 Screw-on antenna cable* (6-ft) VH82 $3.95 Push-on antenna cable* (6-ft) VH89 $5.95 Weatherproof “F” Connector (2) D905 $5.95 Monaural VCR Dubbing Cable (6-ft) VH83 $5.95 Stereo VCR Dubbing Cable (6-ft) VH84 $9.95 S-Video Cable (6-ft) VH976 $7.
Reference Placing an Order Charge your order on your VISA, MasterCard, or Discover Card by filling in below To place your order by phone, have your Visa, MasterCard or Discover Card ready and call the toll-free number listed below. USE YOUR CREDIT CARD ® IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your VISA card Use this number only to place an order for accessory items listed on this order form.
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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 Information 76 Receiving signals 76 AphaSort 40 Arrows on remote 19 Assistance menu 75 Attractions guide 69 Audio AUDIO jacks 9 Audio/Video jacks, cable 7 Processor 46 Qualit
Reference G Headphone jack 9 Help 42 Maximum signal strength 77 MENU button 8, 19 Menus Icons 62 Profiles 50 Modes 8 Of operation 26 SAT 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 I N Icons 25, 34, 40, 62 Lock, Unlock 62 INFO Button on front panel 8 Button on the remote 19, 35 INPUT 1 jacks 11 2 jacks 11 3 jacks 11 Button on the remote 19 Interactive setup 16, 76 Naming profiles 50 New access card 79 Noise filter 45 Normal li
Reference R Rain fade 77 Rating limit 52 Ratio (16:9 and 4:3) 72 RCA-type cables 7 Remote control 82 Buttons 18 codes 22 Programming 20 Reset picture controls 45 Reviewing purchases 70 RF jacks Cables 7 S S-VIDEO jack 7 Satellite 26 In jack 10 Satellite dish type 77 Scout 25 Icon 40 Screen format 72 Scrolling 35 Search for channels 66 Second Audio Program (SAP) 47 Set Movie ratings 58 Rating limit 52 Time and date 71 Sharpness 44 Signal Meter Peak Signal 77 Source Changing 64 Strength Of a digital signal 7
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