Television User's Guide Changing Entertainment. Again. Retourner le cahier pour la version française TOCOM 1616202B As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Thomson Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.
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Table of Contents Chapter 1: Connections & Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect ....................................................................... 3 Protect Against Power Surges .................................................................................................................... 3 Protect Components from Overheating .................................................................................................. 3 Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference .............
Table of Contents Canadian French V-Chip Rating System ...............................................................................................17 USA V-Chip TV Rating Limit .....................................................................................................................17 Blocking Specific Content Themes .........................................................................................................19 Viewing Specific Content Themes .......................................
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. • Turn off the TV and/or component before you connect or disconnect any cables. • Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions packed separately. Protect Components from Overheating • Don’t block ventilation holes on any of the components.
Connections & Setup TV (back panel) VCR VIDEO AUDIO OUT TO TV OUT R L R L IN CH3 CH4 IN FROM ANT TV ANT R L/MONO VIDEO AUDIO DVD R L VIDEO S-VIDEO TV + DVD + VCR 1. Connect your DVD Player to your TV. A. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the R and L/MONO AUDIO jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the DVD player. B.
Connections & Setup Explanation of Jacks This section describes the jacks you can use to make connections. There are several ways to connect components to your TV. TV ANT Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from the antenna, cable, cable box, or if using the example on page 4, a VCR. VIDEO 1 R L/MONO VIDEO S-VIDEO IN AUDIO VIDEO 1 VIDEO, AUDIO R and L/MONO Lets you connect a component such as a VCR, DVD player, or laserdisc player. • R (RIGHT) AUDIO Provides right audio connection.
Connections & Setup Front Panel Buttons If you cannot locate your remote, you can use the front panel buttons of your TV to operate many of the TV’s features. MENU/OK items. Brings up the Main menu. In the menu system, it selects highlighted CH- Scans down through the current channel list. In the menu system, acts like the down arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls. CH+ Scans up through the channel list.
Connections & Setup Turn on the TV Press TV on the remote, or press POWER on the TV’s front panel. Note: Pressing the TV button not only turns on the TV, but puts the remote into TV mode. “TV mode” means that the buttons on the remote control operate the TV’s functions. Complete the Initial Setup SETUP Go Back Auto Ch. Search ... Closed Caption ... Auto Tuning ... Language English . . . AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH Go Back Signal Type Start Channel Cable. . .
Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control Button Descriptions for TV Mode Arrows Used to highlight different items in the TV menu and to adjust the menu controls. Indicator Indicates the programming mode when programming the remote to control components. Lights when you press a valid button on the remote. Flickers when a button is pressed and the batteries are low. (0-9) Number Buttons Enter channel numbers and time settings directly through the remote control. To enter a one-digit channel, enter a zero first.
Using the Remote Control REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, RECORD, STOP, PAUSE If programmed, provides transport control for some remote-controllable VCRs or DVD players. SEARCH SPEED In VCR mode, accesses Index Search feature. In VCR mode, selects a recording speed. VCR Puts the remote in VCR mode and, if auto tuning is enabled, will turn on the TV and tune to the correct video input channel. ZOOM In DVD mode, zooms in on the picture.
Using the Remote Control Using Automatic Code Search The following instructions can be used to program the remote to operate each of your components. If you want to stop the automatic code search without programming any of your components, press CLEAR until the indicator on the remote turns off. 1. Turn on the component you want to operate (VCR or DVD player) 2. Press and hold the component button you want to program (VCR or DVD).
Using the Remote Control How to Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed It Because this universal remote can operate several different components it uses operational modes triggered by the component buttons. For example, if you want the remote to operate the TV, you would press the TV button to put the remote into TV mode before you could operate the TV. 1. Press the appropriate component button (DVD, TV, VCR) to set the remote to operate the component. 2. Press ON•OFF to turn the component ON or OFF. 3.
Using the Remote Control VCR Codes continued Montgomery Ward .................................................... 2075, 2132 Motorola ..................................................................... 2021, 2132 MTC ............................................................................. 2013, 2126 Multitech .................................... 2013, 2016, 2026, 2053, 2061 NEC ............................................... 2009, 2010, 2011,2016, 2018, ............................................
Chapter 3: Using the TV’s Features Channel Banner There are several items that might appear on-screen when you press the TV or INFO button on the remote. This display is called the Channel Banner. The following list describes the items on the Channel Banner screen (left to right and top to bottom). SAP Stereo 06 ABCDEF KidPass: 2:24 Skip: 0:30 CC 07:18am X SAP Displayed when the current channel is broadcasting SAP (Second Audio Program) information. Displayed when V-Chip has been activated.
Using the TV’s Features 4. Choose which channel you want to set: Set VCR1 Lets you set up the channel the TV tunes to when you press the VCR button. Set VCR2 Not available with your remote control. Set SAT/CABLE Not available with your remote control. Set DVD Lets you set up the channel the TV tunes to when you press the DVD button. 5. Press the right arrow button to select the choice that matches the way you have the component connected to this TV.
Using the TV’s Features How V-Chip Works V-Chip reads the program’s age-based rating (TV-MA, TV-14, etc.) and content themes [(Violence (V), Adult Language (L), etc.)]. If you have blocked the rating and/or content themes that the program contains, you will receive the message This channel has not been approved for viewing. Change channel or press OK to enter password and temporarily deactivate the Parental Control.
Using the TV’s Features Canadian English V-Chip Rating System 18+ (Adults) Programming intended for adults 18 and older. It may contain elements of violence, language, and sexual content which could make it unsuitable for viewers under 18. Violence Guidelines: May contain violence integral to the development of the plot, character or theme, intended for adult audiences. Other Content Guidelines: May contain graphic language and explicit portrayals of nudity and/or sex.
Using the TV’s Features Canadian French V-Chip Rating System 18+ (Adults) Programming is for adults only. This program contains sustained violence or extremely violent scenes. 16+ (Viewers 16 and over) Programming is not suitable for those under age 16. This program contains frequent scenes of violence or intensely violent scenes. 13+ (Viewers 13 and over) Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13.
Using the TV’s Features The V-Chip Rating Screen The following is an example of where items are located within the TV RATING LIMIT screen. Rating Status Field Lets you select whether the status of the age-based rating limit to the left is View or Block. Content Themes Lists the content themes you can block or view. TV RATING LIMIT Go Back Rating Field Lets you select from a list of age-based ratings you can block or view.
Using the TV’s Features Content Themes 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.) When you block a content theme for a particular rating, you automatically block that content theme for higher rated programs as well. D Sexually explicit dialogue L Adult language S Sexual situations V Violence To block program content: FV Fantasy Violence 1. Determine the content themes you want to block. 2.
Using the TV’s Features Blocking Canadian V-Chip Ratings ENGLISH RATINGS If you receive Canadian programs you can block Canadian English and French V-Chip by ratings only. When you block a particular rating, you automatically block the higher rated programs as well. Go Back 18+ 14+ PG G C8+ To block Canadian English and French program ratings: C Press OK to view/block programs intended for children over the age of 8. 1. Select Canada V-Chip from the PARENTAL CONTROL menu. FRENCH RATINGS 2.
Using the TV’s Features KidPass The KidPass feature allows parents to set a certain amount of time every day of the week that a child can watch TV. To set KidPass: 1. Select Parental Control from the main menu. 2. Select KidPass (the KIDPASS menu appears with Current Day highlighted). Note: If you can’t select KidPass, you need to set the time. Highlight Go Back, press the right arrow, then select Time. Highlight Time, then enter the time using the number buttons. 3.
Chapter 4: Using the TV’s Menu System Sound Menu SOUND Go Back Treble Increases or decreases the treble. Treble Bass Increases or decreases the bass. Bass Balance Sound Type Stereo . . . SAP Balance Press the right arrow to increase the audio output in the right speaker; press the left arrow to increase the audio output in the left speaker.
Using the TV’s Menu System When you change any of these picture settings, the Picture Preset changes to Personal. Use the left or right arrow button to make adjustments. To return to the PICTURE menu, press the up or down arrow button. Setup Menu SETUP Go Back Auto Ch. Search ... List & Labels ... Closed Caption ... Auto Tuning ... Language English . . . Auto Ch. Search (Auto Channel Search) Allows you to choose your signal type and begin an auto channel search.
Using the TV’s Menu System Off No captioning information displayed. On Captioning information always appears, when available. Muted=On Displays captioning information, when available, whenever the TV’s sound is muted by pressing the MUTE button. The captioning information is not displayed when the sound is not muted. CC Mode Choose which captioning mode is used for displaying captioning information.
Chapter 5: Other Information Troubleshooting Most problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected by consulting the following troubleshooting list. Note: If you prefer, we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service Representative who will visit your home for a fee to install your electronic entertainment system and to instruct you in its operation. For details about this service, call 1-888-206-3359. For additional assistance while using your RCA product, please visit www.rca.
Other Information • If using a VCR, check to make sure the TV/VCR button on the VCR is in the correct mode (press the TV/VCR button on your VCR). Noisy stereo reception • May be a weak station. Access the SOUND menu, highlight Sound Type and then choose Mono. No picture, no sound but TV is on • • • Maybe the signal type is set wrong. Go to page 23 for detailed instructions. The channel might be blank — change channels.
Other Information 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-free cloth as well. Take care not to scratch or mar the screen. If necessary, you may use a cloth dampened with warm water. Never use strong cleaning agents, such as ammonia-based cleaners, or abrasive powder.
Other Information What your warranty does not cover: • Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual describes how to install, adjust, and operate your product. Any additional information should be obtained from your dealer.) • Installation and related adjustments. • Signal reception problems not caused by your television. • Damage from misuse or neglect. • Batteries. • Customer replacement fuses. • Damage from images burnt onto the screen.
Other Information Accessory Information Below are accessories available to compliment your product. Prices are subject to change without notice. All accessories are subject to availability. A shipping and handling fee will be charged upon ordering, and we are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for each individual state, county and locality to which the merchandise is being sent.
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 generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
