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Caution and 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 qualified service personnel. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to consitute a risk of electric shock.
Safety Precautions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. For example, do not use near a laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Safety Precautions 23. WARNING: To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely attached to the floor/wall in accordance with the installation instructions. 24. To reduce the risk of electric shock, the grounding of center pin of plug must be maintained. 25. If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the TV, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA NO.
Table of Contents Caution and Warning .................................................................................................................................... i FCC Notice ...................................................................................................................................................... i Safety Precautions ....................................................................................................................................
Table of Contents OSD Menu Operations ............................................................................................................................. 21 Adjust the OSD Screen .................................................................................................................................... 21 Picture Menu ................................................................................................................................................... 21 Sound Menu ............
Preparation for Your New TV Before Turning On TV Check Accessories Check the accessories that are packed with your TV. REMOTE CONTROL PART NO.: RE20QP28 AAA BATTERIES TV STAND SCREWS DOCUMENTS Quick Start Guide MACHINE SCREW CH . LIST Warranty Card Thank you for choosing a RCA product! Please register your product online at www.rca.
TV Stand Installation TV 40LA45RQ is packaged with the TV stand separated from the cabinet. To setup the TV table stand, please carry out the installation according to the instructions below. Step One Place the TV faced down on a soft cloth or cushion to prevent the LCD panel from being damaged. The LCD panel is easy to scratch, so please: 1. Choose an absolutely flat surface to place the TV on. 2. Use soft cloth or cushion to face the TV panel. Do not put TV on the table directly.
TV Signal Connection The first step in connecting your TV is obtaining the signal. Your TV 40LA45RQ has a side panel, which allows you to receive analog and/or digital television channels via ANT/CABLE jack. Before connecting your TV, determine using an antenna or a cable service to obtain the signal. A. Antenna Connect the antenna to TV via coaxial cable on ANT/CABLE jack of the side panel. You are ready to receive air local digital and analog channels. B.
Cable Connections Choose Your Connections TV 40LA45RQ supports various of connecting ways from other devices (such as DVD, VCR, Set-top box, ect.). Please follow the table sheet to choose the cables which adapt to your device.
Back Panel Connections Connecting AV Composite device (Good Video Quality) To connect an composite AV device, such as a DVD player, follow these steps: 1. Connect the Video In jack on the back of TV to the video output jacks of device via video cable (yellow). 2. Connect the AUDIO-IN L and R jacks on the back of TV to the audio output jacks of device via audio cable. Notice the left channel jack and plugs are white and the right channel jack and plugs are red. Note: AV signal belongs to composite video.
Back Panel Connections Connecting YPbPr Component device (Better Video Quality) To connect a component device, such as a DVD player, follow these steps: 1. Connect the COMPONENT 1,2 Y/Pb/Pr jack on the back of TV to the video output jacks of device via video cable (green, blue and red). 2. Connect the COMPONENT 1,2 AUDIO-IN L and R jacks on the back of TV to the audio output jacks of device via audio cable. Notice the left channel jack and plugs are white and the right channel jack and plugs are red.
Back Panel Connections Connecting HDMI device (Best Video Quality) To connect an HDMI device, such as a DVD player, please Connect the HDMI1, 2, or 3 jack on the back of TV to the output jacks of device via HDMI cable. Note: HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a compact audio/video interface for transmitting uncompressed digital data. It carries the audio and video signal via the same cable and has the best display quality.
Back Panel Connections Connecting a computer To connect a computer, follow these steps: 1. Connect the PC INPUT VGA port on the back of TV to the VGA output jack of device via D-sub 15-pin cable. 2. Connect the PC INPUT Audio In jack on the back of TV to the audio output jack of computer with audio cable (3.5mm). Note: If you want to use your TV as a monitor, please notice that the maximum resolution for 40LA45RQ is 1920*1080. Please set the computer graphic correctly.
TV Jacks Explanation COMPONENT 2 1 2 3 Audio-In Y Pr R Pb Pr R R L VGA Y NI AC-IN SERVICE L Pb PC INPUT COMPONENT 1 L AUDIO-IN Video In Digital Audio-out AUDIO OUTPUT HEAD PHONE ANT/ CABLE ANT/CABLE: Connect to receive the signal from your antenna or cable via coaxial cable. Head phone: Connect a 3.5mm headphone for personal audio. Digital Audio-out: Connect a coaxial cable for digital audio output. AUDIO OUTPUT L/R: Connect double-channel coaxial cables for analog audio output.
Side Keypad and Front Panel Side Keypad Buttons If you cannot locate your remote, you can use the side keypad buttons on your TV to operate many TV features. INPUT: Displays the Source Select List. MENU ( ): Displays the TV Main Menu. CH+: Scans up through the channel list. In the TV menu system, it acts like the up arrow on the remote control and can be used to select menu options. CH-: Scans down through the channel list.
Remote Control Instructions Inserting Batteries in the Remote • Remove the cover of battery cabin on the back of the remote control by lifting the cover. • Insert two AAA batteries, making sure the polarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly. • Place the cover back. If the remote control does not work, check these points: CAUTION: • Are the polarities (+, -) correct? • Used batteries should be recycled. • Are the batteries worn out? • Keep out of children’s reach.
Learning about Remote Control Remote Control Buttons MUTE ( ): Reduces the TV volume to its minimum level. Press again to restore the volume. POWER ( ): Turns the TV on or off. CH . LIST CH.LIST: Displays the channel list. FAV.: Adds the current channel to your favorite list, or erases the current channel from your favorite list (if this channel is a favorite channel already). FAV.+ or FAV.- : Scans up or down through the current favorite channel list.
Initial Setup If it is the first time you turn on your TV, or you have done Clear Channel List option (see page 28), the initial setup menu appears automatically. Initial Setup MENU Menu Language English Signal Type Air Auto Channel Search Execute :Select Menu :Change Setting :Return Menu Language To choose your menu language, press the left/right arrow until the language you need appears. Available languages: English, French and Spanish.
Basic Operations Turning On and Off Connect the AC cord to power the LCD TV. At this time the TV will enter standby mode and power indicator shows red. Use Power button ( ) on the side panel of TV or on the remote control to turn on the TV. After switching off the TV for 5 seconds, you can turn on TV again. Choosing TV Channel Tuning To Analog Channels An analog channel has a channel number beginning with “A”. Input the digital number with numeric buttons directly and press ENTER button to confirm.
Basic Operations Channel Bar Press the DISPLAY button on the remote control, the channel bar will appear on the right top of screen. It displays the current channel’s information. The following list describes the items on the channel bar. A2 MTV Mono 480i Oct-31 23.14 Mon ATV A2/D50-1 MTV/KOCE-HD Mono/English 480i/1080i 16:9/CC/TV-PG D50 A2 -1 KOCE-HD English 1080i Oct-31 23:14 Mon DTV If the channel is analog, A is displayed. If it’s a digital channel, D is displayed.
OSD Menu Operations Adjust the OSD Screen The OSD (On Screen Display) menu enables you to approach to the TV functions. To use OSD menu system, press MENU button on remote control, then use left/right arrow to highlight an option from PICTURE, SOUND, CHANNEL, PARENTAL, SETUP or OTHERS and press ENTER button. Press the up and down arrow to move to a different option within each menu. If necessary, press ENTER or right arrow to display the choices of the option you’ve highlighted.
OSD Menu Operations Screen Settings SCREEN SETTINGS Screen Size Full Auto Wide Screen Size: Select a screen aspect ratio. (Available ratio: Full, Normal, Waterglass and Cinema.) Please choose the ratio that applies to your video signal format best. Auto Wide: Make the screen size compliant with signal format automatically. If you turn on this function, the Screen Size setting will be ignored.
OSD Menu Operations Sound Menu The Sound Menu lets you adjust audio output. To access the Sound Menu, press MENU on the remote, and then select SOUND from the Main Menu. Press ENTER button to proceed to SOUND menu. SOUND Use up/down to choose the function you need, press ENTER or right arrow to adjust or enter a sub-menu. The sub-menu image and explanation are shown below.
OSD Menu Operations Equalizer Settings EQUALIZER SETTINGS Mode -2 100 MENU POP -1 2 250 :Return 3 500 1 1K 2K :Select Menu 0 4K -1 10K The seven-band graphic equalizer allows you to adjust the audio frequency settings. You can select one of the equalizer presets (OFF, POP, ROCK, JAZZ) or create your own personal preset (USER). Press the left or right arrow to select the frequency (100Hz, 250Hz, 500Hz, 1KHz, 2KHz, 4KHz, 10KHz) you want to adjust. Use the up or down arrow to adjust.
OSD Menu Operations Signal Type Select your TV signal type: Air or Cable. Auto Channel Search Execute an auto channel search (see page 18). Parental Menu The Setup Menu enables you to lock program with special content, panel key board and input source. Press MENU and choose PARENTAL from the Main menu. Press the ENTER button to proceed to PARENTAL menu.
OSD Menu Operations Movie Rating MOVIE RATING Use arrow keys to select the rating level you want to block, press ENTER to lock/unlock the rating level. If you have blocked a lower level rating, the higher ratings will be blocked too. G PG PG-13 R NC-17 For example , when PG-13 is blocked, R, NC-17 and X will be blocked at the same time. X :Select ENTER :Lock/Unlock TV Rating TV RATING D L S V FV TV-Y Similar with Movie Rating.
OSD Menu Operations Canada V-Chip Press ENTER or right arrow to enter US V-Chip ratings menu, which contains two sub-menus: English Rating and French Rating. English Rating Press ENTER or right arrow to enter English rating menu. ENGLISH RATING Use arrow keys to select the rating level you want to block, press ENTER to lock/unlock the rating level. If you have blocked a lower level rating, the higher ratings will be blocked too.
OSD Menu Operations Change Password Change the password of parental menu. Change Password Old PIN Input the old password. New PIN Input the new password. Input the new password again to confirm. Confirm MENU :Return DIGITAL :Password Front Panel Lock Select this option to block or unblock the TV’s side panel buttons so that they can’t be used. Source Lock This option allows you to lock or unlock the input source.
OSD Menu Operations Setup Menu The Setup Menu lets you config the TV with your preferences. Select SETUP from the Main Menu. Press ENTER button to proceed to SETUP menu. SETUP Use up/down to choose the function you need, press ENTER or right arrow to adjust or enter a sub-menu. The sub-menu image and explanation are shown below.
OSD Menu Operations Digital CC Style DIGITAL CC STYLE CC Size Default CC Font Default CC Opacity Default Text Color Default CC Background Opacity Default CC Background Color Default CLOSE CAPTION MENU :Return Select the item you want to adjust in Digital CC Style menu with up/down arrows. After changing, you can preview the caption style here.
OSD Menu Operations Others Menu The Others Menu lets you config the TV with your preferences in other features. Choose OTHERS from the Main Menu. Press ENTER button to proceed to SETUP menu. OTHERS Use up/down to choose the function you need, press ENTER or right arrow to adjust or enter a sub-menu. The sub-menu image and explanation are shown below.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) What’s the most convenient way to view High Definition (HD) video? Connect an antenna to the TV Input jack to view free local digital channels. You may need to purchase an antenna. (See page 8 for more information about antenna setup). Visit www.antennaweb.org for assistance in deciding what type of antenna to use to receive the local digital channels available to you.
Troubleshooting Identifying Problems If there are any problems when using the product, please consult the list below. If the list does not solve the problem, call our Customer Service Center immediately. TV Problems The TV can’t be turned on. • • • • Make sure the AC cord is plugged in. Check the wall outlet, make sure the AC output works normally and stably. The side panel may be locked (disabled). Use the remote control to turn on the TV.
Troubleshooting Can’t select a certain channel. • The channel may be blocked or not approved in the PARENTAL Menu. • The channel may be skipped in channel list in CHANNEL Menu. Check the blocking and skipping status of channel. The stereo sound performance is bad. • It may be a weak station. Use the SOUND Menu and set Analog Sound as Mono. A black box appears on the screen. • Closed captioning might be on. Check Closed Caption in the SETUP menu. Go to page 30 for more instructions.
V-Chip Rating Explanations US 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 (Parents Strongly Cautioned): Contains some material that many parents would find unsuitable for children under 14.
V-Chip Rating Explanations 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 conflict or encourage children to imitate dangerous acts which they may see on television. Any realistic depictions of violence will be infrequent, discreet, of low intensity and will show the consequences of the acts.
Wall Mounting Unit Specification Model 40LA45RQ Unit Dimension (unit:mm) VESA 400 x 200 Screw M6 screws, length 14mm 400 mm 200 mm Note: A. The wall mount is not contained in the accessories sold with television. We only provide the installing specifications but not the wall mount itself. If you need the mount, please consult with the local dealer for a VESA wall mount. B. We strongly suggest to set the wall mount with equipments of specification we ordered.
Product Specification Model 40LA45RQ Diagonal Display Size 40 inches Television System American TV standard ATSC/NTSC system VHF: 2~13 Channel Coverage UHF: 14~69 CATV: 1~135 Digital Terrstrial Broadcast (8VSB): 2~69 Digital Cable (64/256QAM): 1~135 Power Supply AC 110 V, 60Hz RF input Cable/Antenna x 1 AV x 1 Connection Interface Video input Component x 2 HDMI x 3 AV x 1 Audio input Component x 2 PC Audio In x 1 Audio output Headphone x 1, Digital Audio Out x 1, Analog Audio Out (L/R) x 1
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