HDTV with DLP technology High-Definition Television User’s Guide
Important Information 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 objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service DO NOT OPEN personnel.
Introduction Thank you for choosing RCA Scenium Congratulations on purchasing this RCA Scenium High Definition Television (HDTV) featuring Digital Light Processing™ (DLP™) technology—a true viewing experience. Your purchase decision represents an investment in a new generation of technology—DLP™ and HDTV. Even though this is a technologically advanced HDTV, it is the most user-friendly of its kind—with comprehensive on-screen instructions that guide you through all of the TV’s features.
Introduction Part 2: Why RCA Scenium DLP is better DLP is just part of the story. You have chosen to embark on the next generation of TV viewing— HDTV. There are many technological advancements that make HDTV better than analog TV, but there are basically three things about HDTV that bring you a superior viewing experience: (1) resolution, (2) aspect ratio, and (3) digital signal and sound. Resolution (it’s math...
Introduction Digital Signal and Sound The analog television broadcast system that has been used in the United States for the past 50 years transmits signals as electronic waves. These waves can suffer degradation as the signal travels to your home. Additionally, the analog waves are susceptible to interference from planes passing overhead, weather, and household appliances.
Introduction FireWire® with Two-Way DTVLink® Control your DTVLink components via your HDTV! Just link them together via the 2-way DTVLink jacks and you can network your compatible DTVLink digital components. The two-way jacks allow the audio and video signals to flow into and out from DTVLink components, such as the DVR2080 or DVR2160 (see below).
Table of Contents Introduction .............................................................................................. 1 Chapter 1: Connections & Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect ........................................................................................ 8 Protect Against Power Surges .................................................................................................. 8 Protect Components from Overheating ..........................................................
Table of Contents Using the Web Browser ................................................................................................................ DTVLink Recording ........................................................................................................................ Set up DTVLink Recording Preferences ................................................................................. Emergency Alert System (EAS) ........................................................................
Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Chapter Overview: • Things to Consider Before You Connect • Choose Your Connection • Explanation of Jacks and Cables • The Front of Your TV • How To Connect • Plug in the TV • Put Batteries in the Remote • Turn on the TV • Use the Remote Control to Complete the Assisted Setup • Complete the Assisted Setup Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.
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 an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch. Turn off the TV and/or component(s) before you connect or disconnect any cables. Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions packed with your TV.
Connections & Setup Choose Your Connection There are several ways to connect your HDTV, depending on the components you want to connect and the quality of the signal you want to achieve. Please use the following chart to determine which connection is best for you. Proceed to the appropriate page and connect your TV. For more information about the relationship between the cables, jacks, and the quality of the signal you see on your TV, go to following page. Note for U.S.
Connections & Setup Explanation of Jacks and Cables 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 out, right audio input into right audio out, etc.). This section describes the jacks and cables you might use to make connections (cables may be ordered separately by calling the number on page 79). There are several ways to connect components to your TV.
Connections & Setup AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT Connect a VCR or DVD-recorder to record digital and analog programs from the Cable or Antenna Input (excluding copyprotected programs and component video formats) while the TV is turned on. You must leave the TV on the same channel you are recording. AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT R L V Composite Audio Cable (RCA Type) • R Audio provides right audio connection and connector is usually red. • L Audio provides left audio connection and connector is usually white.
Connections & Setup COMPONENT/COMPOSITE INPUTS Use menu for composite video. R R L L INPUT 4 PR PR INPUT 2 PB PB Y/VIDEO Y/VIDEO Y (green) PR (red) Component Cables PB (blue) Tip Inputs 2/4 can be used as either a component video (Y PB PR ) input or a composite video (Y/Video) input. Go to the Connections menu, choose Video Input Setup and select which video input source you are using.
Connections & Setup DTVLink DTVLink uses a connection and jack better known to some as IEEE-1394 or FireWire®. It is a compressed digital video input/output offering an IEEE 1394-type connection that meets the CEA specifications. This connection is a high-speed way of interconnecting 1394 compliant consumer electronic components. If your 1394 component has the DTVLink logo on it, it should work with this TV.
Connections & Setup The Front of Your TV Front Input Jacks The TV has front input jacks for convenience in connecting a camcorder, digital camera, or video game. Look for a hinged door and press to open the cover. Please note the illustration below is just an example of how jacks might appear. Notes: When you plug in headphones, the TV’s internal speakers are muted. Use the VOL up or down button to control the volume.
Connections & Setup DVD R AUDIO L VIDEO L VIDEO RE WO P +L OV — LO V HC HC UN EM IN R PR PB Y S-VIDEO OUT L/ L/ L/ TV 2B 2A DVD TV CENTER SPEAKER INPUT EXTERNAL AMP MAX POWER RATING! (60 WATTS into 8 OHMS) FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUTS CENTER R REAR L REAR MATRIX SURROUND OUTPUTS R COMPOSITE INPUTS INPUT 3 V L S-VIDEO COMPONENT/COMPOSITE INPUTS Use menu for composite video.
Connections & Setup RE WO P +L OV — SATELLITE RECEIVER LO V HC HC UN EM VIDEO R AUDIO L S-VIDEO TV 3 TV lite l e r t S a eive c Re FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUTS CENTER R REAR L REAR MATRIX SURROUND OUTPUTS CENTER SPEAKER INPUT EXTERNAL AMP MAX POWER RATING! (60 WATTS into 8 OHMS) R COMPOSITE INPUTS INPUT 3 V L S-VIDEO COMPONENT/COMPOSITE INPUTS Use menu for composite video.
Connections & Setup TV Digital Video Recorder Digital VCR TV Fastest Slowest Digital VCR Digital Video Recorder Digital VCR Other 1394 Component Digital VCR Other 1394 Component Component-to-Component Connection Hub Connection How to Connect: TV + DTVLink Components Two connection methods when connecting DTVLink® components are: component-to-component or hub.
Connections & Setup TV CENTER SPEAKER INPUT EXTERNAL AMP MAX POWER RATING! (60 WATTS into 8 OHMS) FIXED/VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUTS CENTER R REAR L REAR MATRIX SURROUND OUTPUTS R COMPOSITE INPUTS INPUT 3 V L S-VIDEO COMPONENT/COMPOSITE INPUTS Use menu for composite video.
Connections & Setup TV CENTER R REAR Use menu for composite video.
Connections & Setup Audio Connections With the audio versatility of your HDTV, you can choose various connection options depending on the type and quality of sound that you want. From good to best sound, choose one of the options or refer to the user’s manual of each component that you are connecting to get the best results. • Use your TV’s internal speakers (good sound). • Connect audio/video receiver (speakers connected to receiver) to your TV (better sound).
Connections & Setup TV + – R REAR Use menu for composite video.
Connections & Setup Router Cable Modem/DSL Internet TV Note: A computer is necessary if you want to display photos or graphics on your TV that are stored on your computer. Refer to www.rca.com/Access Scenium/311 for more information on viewing photos. Computer How to Connect: TV + Router via the HDTV’s ETHERNET Jack The illustration above provides you with a general connection to the TV’s ETHERNET jack so you can maximize your HDTV’s browser to surf the Internet.
Connections & Setup Plug in the TV Plug the flat end of the power cable into the power jack on the back of the TV. Then plug the other end of the power cord into an appropriate wall outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely. Do not plug into an outlet controlled by a light switch. Note: When you first plug your TV into an outlet, the Power indicator on the front panel will light and blink for approximately 30 seconds and then go off during the initialization of the TV.
Connections & Setup Complete the Assisted Setup Your TV’s menu system allows you to adjust your TV’s features to be configured to work properly. On-screen information helps you choose settings to match your setup. The first time you turn on your TV, the Assisted Setup screens appear automatically. Select Begin Setup to start or select Cancel Setup to exit. Main Menu 0 Go Back Closed Captioning Setup 1 Continue 2 Cancel Setup Set the Menu Language Preferences English Highlight with the and arrows.
Chapter 2 Using the Remote Control Chapter Overview: • The Buttons on the Remote Control • Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components • How To Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed It • The Learning Feature • Volume Punchthrough Feature • Using the INPUT Button • Remote Code List Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.
Using the Remote Control ON-OFF Arrows (up, down, left, right) Used to move through the on-screen menus. Also moves the PIP window, see page 46 for more information. learning TV DVD PIP (0-9) Number Buttons VCR SAT/CAB AUDIO AUX SWAP CH. CTRL FREEZE PRESETS CC FAV LIGHT CC FORMAT INFO i CLEAR MENU C M SKIP SOUND CH VOL GO BACK 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 INPUT IN REVERSE RECORD Enter channel numbers and time settings. ANT•CAB Switches between Antenna and Cable Input.
Using the Remote Control Tips INFO Brings up the Channel Banner with channel and viewing information. Press again to remove the banner. The component button corresponding to the mode you’re in flashes when the remote batteries are low and you press a button on the remote. A warning banner may also appear on the screen when you press a remote button and your batteries are low.
Using the Remote Control ON-OFF learning DVD SAT/CAB Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components VCR AUX AUDIO CLEAR The universal remote can be programmed to operate many brands of remotecontrollable VCRs, audio components, DVD players, cable boxes, satellite receivers and other components. In addition to being programmed to operate your television, it’s already programmed to operate most RCA components.
Using the Remote Control 4. Press and release PLAY, then wait 5 seconds or until the component button stops flashing. At this point the remote is searching for the correct code to program. If, after 5 seconds, the component you want to operate does not turn off, press PLAY again to tell the remote to search the next set of codes. Continue pressing and releasing PLAY until the component turns off or you have searched through all of the codes.
Using the Remote Control The Learning Feature Before using the learning feature, make sure this TV’s remote control is programmed to control other components you have connected to the TV. Programming the remote control erases all learned commands for that component mode. After you program the TV’s remote control to operate the other component, the TV’s remote provides most of the operations you need.
Using the Remote Control 1. Press and hold the component button on the TV’s remote that applies to the function you will be adding (DVD, VCR, SAT/CAB, AUDIO, or AUX). The component button lights. 2. On the TV remote, press and hold the RECORD button. 3. Keep pressing both of the buttons (the component button and the RECORD button) until the component button light turns off, flashes, and turns off. Release both buttons. 4.
Using the Remote Control Volume Punchthrough Feature You may find this feature helpful if you’ve connected your components to an audio/video receiver (A/V receiver) or amplifier, but you want to use the TV’s remote control to operate the volume for a component that is connected to the audio/video receiver. An example follows: Let’s say you’ve connected your DVD player to your audio/video receiver. You’ve also programmed your TV remote control to operate your DVD player.
Using the Remote Control Input source Acquiring Channel... 00:30 12:30 AM 12:39 PM Front Input Listening to English in SRS MPAA - Not Rated DVD 4:3 Normal 480i SD Note: Watch the Channel Banner to see the input sources change each time you press the INPUT button. Using the INPUT Button 1. 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. 2.
Using the Remote Control HD Receiver Code PVR Codes Programmable for AUX button. Programmable for the VCR and AUX buttons. RCA ............................................................................. 7000 PVR Replay .......................................................................... 2086 Phillips Tivo ................................................................ 2085 TV Codes Programmable for DVD, VCR, SAT/CAB, AUX, and AUDIO buttons. TV2 ................................................
Chapter 3 Using the TV’s Features Chapter Overview: • About the Channel Banner • Digital or Analog TV Channels • Parental Controls • How V-Chip Works for the USA and Canada • Auto Tuning Feature • PIP (Picture-In-Picture) Operation • Using the Web Browser • DTVLink Recording • Emergency Alert System (EAS) Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.
Using the TV’s Features Program Title/Acquiring Channel Ch 8-1 WLPJ Listening to English in SRS MPAA - Not Rated 12:30 AM 00:30 12:39 PM Antenna Input 16:9 Normal 1080i HD 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 following list describes the items on the Channel Banner screen (left to right and top to bottom).
Using the TV’s Features Digital or Analog TV Channels A single off-air antenna can pick up both analog and digital channels. Digital channels can be made up of primary channels and subchannels. Note: Subchannels (sometimes called minor channels) are channels associated with the primary channel (sometimes called the major channel). A primary channel may have just one subchannel or multiple subchannels.
Using the TV’s Features Main Menu 0 Go Back 1 Picture Quality 2 Audio 3 Recordings 4 Parental Controls 5 Connections 6 Preferences 7 Assisted Setup 8 Web Browser The Parental Controls menu lets you set up the Locked and Unlocked channel lists, ratings, and blocking features: •Lock TV/Unlock TV: Choose to either lock or unlock the TV. •Video Input List: Choose the inputs to be seen or hidden. •Cable Channel List: Choose channels for the Cable Input.
Using the TV’s Features Editing Channels in the Channel Lists The Antenna and Cable Channel lists are only editable through the Unlocked List and Locked List in the Parental Controls menu. You can remove or “hide” a channel from the Unlocked List by removing the checkmark in the checkbox. Also, you can remove or “hide” a channel from the Locked List by selecting Blocked in the Locked List. When you press the channel buttons, that channel will be skipped.
Using the TV’s Features USA V-Chip Rating Limit Screen The following is an example of where items are located within the V-Chip TV Rating screen below the USA V-Chip menu. Rating Status Field Rating Field Lets you select whether the status of the age-based Content Themes rating limit to the left is Viewable or Blocked. Lists the content themes you can block or view. Lets you select from a list of age-based ratings Main Menu you can block or view.
Using the TV’s Features Blocking Age-Based Ratings You can automatically block all program ratings above a specified age-based 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 TV-G, TV-Y7, and TV-Y), then you need to block out higher ratings. To block programs with higher ratings: 1.
Using the TV’s Features Viewing Specific Content Themes If you block specific content themes, you have the option of going back and changing some of the content themes back to (V) Viewable: Content Themes D Sexually explicit dialogue L Adult language S Sexual situations V Violence FV Fantasy Violence Main Menu 0 Go Back 1 V-Chip TV Rating 2 V-Chip Movie Rating Parental Controls USA V-Chip Status X Blocked NC-17 Blocked Determine the content themes you want to change to (V) Viewable. 2.
Using the TV’s Features Canada V-Chip Canadian TV V-Chip supports two different Canadian rating systems: English and French. Age-Based Rating 18+ 14+ Canada V-Chip English Rating System 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.
Using the TV’s Features Age-Based Rating Canada V-Chip French 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+ 13+ (Viewers 13 and over) Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13.
Using the TV’s Features Main Menu 0 Go Back 1 Lock TV 2 Video Input List 3 Cable Channel List 4 Antenna Ch. List 5 USA V-Chip 6 Canada V-Chip 7 V-Chip Unrated 8 Front Button Block 9 Web Browser Block Front Button Block Parental Controls Selecting this option lets you block (disable) or unblock (enable) the TV’s front buttons. The remote still tunes to any channel.
Using the TV’s Features Not Connected Choose this if you don’t have this particular component connected to the TV, or if you don’t want the TV to automatically tune to the correct channel when you press one of the component buttons on the remote. Channel 2, 3 or 4 Cable Input Component is connected to the CABLE INPUT jack on the back of the TV, and you want the TV to tune to channel 2, 3, or 4 when you press the corresponding button on the remote.
Using the TV’s Features Program Title/Acquiring Channel Main picture channel number 00:30 Ch 8-1 WLPJ Listening to English in SRS MPAA - Not Rated Channel control indicator PIP Ch 8 12:30 AM 12:39 PM Antenna Input 4:3 Normal 480i SD Unrated Cable Input PIP channel number Using the PIP Feature The PIP feature is only available for analog (NTSC) channels; PIP won’t work when tuned to a digital (ATSC) channel. Use the channel banner to determine whether a channel is digital or analog.
Using the TV’s Features Main Menu 0 Go Back 1 Picture Quality 2 Audio 3 Recordings 4 Parental Controls 5 Connections 6 Preferences 7 Assisted Setup 8 Web Browser This television has a built-in web browser for linking to the Internet. To fully operate the web browser, you will need the right keyboard, a connection to the Internet via the Ethernet jack, and an Internet service provider.
Using the TV’s Features Controlling the Web Browser As stated previously, the remote control and front panel buttons support only basic browser functions. However, the optional keyboard makes browser navigation much easier and is the only way to enter a web address. Below is a table that shows which remote buttons work what function.
Using the TV’s Features For the different subchannels, press CH+ or CH-. In addition, pressing the left arrow button allows instant replay and pressing the right arrow button skips ahead on an AVHDD. • To do a DTVLink timer recording, schedule it through the Record/Wake Timer menu (go to page 66). Once the timed recording is set up, the TV automatically makes a timed DTVLink recording if the channel is digital, no matter what signal source is selected.
Chapter 4 Using the TV’s Menu System Chapter Overview: • Menus, On-Screen Help, and Control Panels • Picture Quality Menu • Audio Menu • Recordings Menu • Connections Menu • Preferences Menu Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.
Using the TV’s Menu System Menus, On-screen Help, and Control Panels This section highlights your TV’s on-screen menu system. The menu system has several types of screens. An overview follows. Note: The Parental Controls and Web Browser menu items are discussed in the Features chapter while Assisted Setup is discussed in the Connections and Setup Chapter.
Using the TV’s Menu System Sliders Balance 6 Connections Sliders are used to select a specific point of a control that has continuous levels. To make adjustments: 100 50 0 51% 61% 48% 45% 13% 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 the left or right arrow to adjust the indicator on a horizontal slider. Choice Lists Check boxes and radio buttons are used to select options from a list.
Using the TV’s Menu System Picture Quality Menu Main Menu 0 Go Back 1 Picture Quality 2 Audio 3 Recordings 4 Parental Controls 5 Connections 6 Preferences 7 Assisted Setup 8 Web Browser The Picture Quality menu has screens for optimizing the picture for each of the TV's inputs: The Picture Quality menu contains menus to configure video settings: Picture Settings, Picture Presets, Auto Color, Color Warmth, Noise Reduction, Green Stretch, Edge Enhancement, Contrast Expand, and Advanced Settings.
Using the TV’s Menu System Main Menu 0 Go Back 1 Picture Settings 2 Picture Presets 3 Auto Color 4 Color Warmth 5 Noise Reduction 6 Green Stretch 6 Edge Enhancement 7 Contrast Expand 8 Advanced Settings Auto Color Off When Auto Color is set to On, it minimizes flesh tone variations. Normal Warm Color Warmth automatically adjusts the "temperature" of the picture. Cool gives a more blue pallete of picture colors. Warm gives a more red pallete of picture colors.
Using the TV’s Menu System Main Menu 0 Go Back 1 Picture Settings 2 Picture Presets 3 Auto Color 4 Color Warmth 5 Noise Reduction 6 Green Stretch Edge Enhancement 7 SVM 8 Contrast Expand 9 Advanced Settings Contrast Expand Contrast Expand 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 Off, Low, and High. Low High A change in this screen is applied to all inputs.
Using the TV’s Menu System Audio Menu Main Menu 0 Go Back 1 Picture Quality 2 Audio 3 Recordings 4 Parental Controls 5 Connections 6 Preferences 7 Assisted Setup 8 Web Browser The Audio menu has screens for setting the audio features and for tweaking the sound: •Audio Processor: Choose the way for programs to sound. •Sound Logic: Turn it on to minimize variations in volume. •Audio Mode: Select default or current audio for digital TV. •SAP: Turn on SAP to hear different audio for NTSC sources.
Using the TV’s Menu System Main Menu 0 Go Back 1 Equalizer Presets 2 Audio Processor 3 Sound Logic 4 Audio Mode 5 SAP 6 Balance 7 Audio Connections Sound Logic Audio Sound Logic Off Sound Logic On Turning Sound Logic on will monitor a program's audio track and limit volume excursions to a minimum and maximum volume range from the current volume setting.
Using the TV’s Menu System Main Menu 0 Go Back 1 Equalizer Presets 2 Audio Processor 3 Sound Logic 4 Audio Mode 5 SAP 6 Balance Fixed/Variable Connections Out 7 Audio Audio Connections Audio The Audio Connections menu has screens for setting up inputs or outputs that are associated with audio: •Fixed/Variable Out: Choose output type; set up subwoofer. •Digital Audio Out: Choose either Auto Select or PCM output. •DVI Audio Input: Choose a TV audio input for a DVI device.
Using the TV’s Menu System Main Menu 0 1 Fixed/Variable Out 2 Digital Audio Out 3 DVI Audio Input 4 Center Speaker In Go Back Audio Connections Select the audio source for the TV's internal speakers: The TV The center channel ouput from an audio receiver. The TV's internal speakers can be used as a center speaker. To do so, connect an external audio amplifier's center channel output to the Internal Speaker Input on the TV. Then select the matching option from the list above.
Using the TV’s Menu System Main Menu 0 Go Back 1 Signal Search 2 Channel Search 3 Software Upgrade 4 Signal Source 5 Video Input Setup 6 Auto Tuning 7 DTVLink Setup 8 Special Features 9 Ethernet Setup Cable Input Antenna Input Channels to search: Channel Search Connections Input to search: Digital channels Analog channels Channel Search finds channels for you. Check fewer boxes to make the search faster (but less complete) and vice versa.
Using the TV’s Menu System Main Menu 0 Go Back 1 Signal Strength 2 Channel Search 3 Software Upgrade 4 Signal Source 5 Video Input Setup 6 Auto Tuning 7 DTVLink Setup 8 Special Features 9 Ethernet Setup Auto Tuning Connections Select which input or channel should be automatically tuned when a button listed below is pressed on the remote control.
Using the TV’s Menu System Main Menu 0 Go Back 1 Initial Channel 2 Initial Volume 3 Maximum Volume 4 CableCARD Tools 5 Remote Setup Connections Special Features Network Setup CableCARD™ Status CableCARD™ Pairing Conditional Access Two lines of help text will apear in this area to explain the feature and instruct the user on how to use it.
Using the TV’s Menu System Main Menu 0 Go Back 1 Picture Quality 2 Audio 3 Parental Controls 4 Connections 5 Preferences 6 Assisted Setup 7 Web Browser The Preferences menu has screens for setting up the TV to match your personal preferences: •Closed Captioning: Choose the look and type of captions. •Screen Format: How to format a picture on the 16:9 screen. •Time Menu: Set up time-related features. •Color Scheme: Pick a color for the menu system. •Translucency: Pick a level of translucency for the menus.
Using the TV’s Menu System • CC1 and Text 1 are the primary caption and text services. The captioning or text is displayed in the same language as the program’s dialog. • CC3 and Text 3 serve as the preferred data channels. The captioning or text is often a secondary language translation, simplified English, or displayed at a slower rate.
Using the TV’s Menu System Main Menu 0 Go Back 1 Closed Captioning 2 Screen Format 3 Time Menu 4 Color Scheme 5 Translucency 6 Menu Language 7 Lamp Power Screen Format Preferences Use this screen or the FORMAT button on the remote to change how the picture is displayed. To the left are examples of the effect of different Screen Format modes on a 4:3 signal. Normal Cinerama Each input can have a different setting for Screen Format and Automatic Format Switching (AFS).
Using the TV’s Menu System Main Menu 0 Go Back 1 Closed Captioning 2 Screen Format 3 Time Menu RecordScheme Output 4 Color 5 Translucency 6 Menu Language 7 Power Indicator 8 Lamp Power Preferences Sky Blue Emerald Raspberry Plum You can select from one of four colors for the menu system and the channel banner. Chapter 4 Translucency You can change the translucency (see-through) level of the menu screens. Adjust the slider by using the left and right arrow buttons.
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Chapter 5 Reference Chapter Overview: • Troubleshooting • Lamp Replacement Instructions • Specifications • Accessory Information • Limited Warranty • Care and Cleaning • FCC Information • Index Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.
References Troubleshooting Most problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected by consulting the following troubleshooting list. Note for U.S. customers: If you prefer, we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service Representative who will visit you 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 Scenium product, please visit www.
References TV turns on unexpectedly • Record/Wake Timer feature may have been activated. Go to page 66 for instructions. • Initial Channel feature us enabled and you lost power to your TV. Go to page 62 for instructions. Video and audio are out of sync • If you’ve connected a component, such as a DVD player, to your TV’s Video jack, and to an audio receiver using the audio jacks, you may experience a slight delay between the audio heard and the video seen.
References No sound, picture okay • Maybe the sound is muted. Try pressing the volume up button to restore sound. • Maybe the speakers are turned off in the Audio Connections menu. Check the FIXED/VARIABLE OUT control panel in the Audio Connections menu. • If using an S-Video connection, component video and composite video, remember to also connect the component’s L and R AUDIO OUT jacks to the TV’s L and R INPUT jacks. • Check the Maximum and Initial Volume settings in the Special Features menu.
References The Remote Control Doesn’t Work • Something might be between the remote and the remote sensor on the component. Make sure there is a clear path. • Maybe the remote isn’t aimed directly at the component that you’re trying to operate. • Maybe remote is not in TV Mode. Press the TV button so the remote controls the TV. • Maybe batteries in remote are weak, dead, or installed incorrectly.
References Lamp Replacement Instructions Replacing the Lamp Unit Your TV’s source of light comes from a lamp – similar to lamps used in film or front projectors. Although this lamp is longlasting, it may need to be replaced eventually. When to replace the lamp You probably need a new lamp if there’s no picture, but you still can hear the audio and the power light on the front of the TV does the following: blinks 5 times, pauses, blinks 5 times again.
References ___ The correct lamp replacement unit. To order the correct lamp, you’ll need to know your TV’s model number, serial number, and lamp type—this information is listed on the Service Model Number sticker (example of the sticker is shown at right). The sticker is located on the right side of the TV (see below for sticker location). The lamp type can also be found in the TV’s Lamp Power menu (but only if the lamp is still working). Go to page 67 for more information.
References 9. Loosen the two screws on the lamp unit inside the TV (the screws stay with the unit so just loosen them, don’t remove them). Step 9 10. As you remove the lamp, pay attention to how the lamp fits so that you can use the proper orientation when you’re installing the new lamp. To remove the lamp unit: • grasp the handles and pull straight back to remove the entire lamp assembly unit from the TV. • place the old unit out of the way where it won’t get broken or dropped. Step 10 11.
References HDTV Specifications** Tuning Capability Channel Tuning ....................................................................... NTSC/ATSC/64 QAM - 256 QAM Digital Cable Compatibility ..................................................... 1394 (DTVLink), 64 QAM - 256 .................................................................................................. QAM, HDMI/DVI, Component, ..................................................................................................
References Convenience Matrix Surround Sound ....................................................... Second Audio Program (SAP) ............................................. Sound Logic Audio Leveler ................................................. SRS Labs TruSurround XT ................................................... Yes Yes Yes Yes Web Browser ....................................................................... Auto Channel Search ...........................................................
References 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.
References RG-6 Coaxial Burial Cable with weatherproof “F” connectors. D905 Description Screw-on antenna cable* (3-ft) Part No. VH81 Screw-on antenna cable* (6-ft) VH82 $4.95 Push-on antenna cable* (6-ft) VH89 $5.95 Weatherproof “F” Connector (2) VHD905 $5.95 Monaural VCR Dubbing Cable (6-ft) VH83 $5.95 Stereo VCR Dubbing Cable (6-ft) VH84 $9.95 Network Category 6 cables help you connect to a component with an ethernet jack.
References Limited Warranty What your warranty covers: • Defects in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • One year from date of purchase for labor. • One year from date of purchase for parts. • One year from date of purchase for light engine and lamp assembly. 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.
References • REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. TTE TECHNOLOGY, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA.
Index Symbols Accessories 80 Action buttons 53 Adding a learned function 30 Advanced Settings 56 Age-based rating Blocking 41 Viewing 41 Age-Based Ratings 40, 43, 45 Analog captions 64 Analog TV channel 37 ANT•CAB button 26 ANTENNA INPUT jack 13 Antenna type 36 Arrow buttons 26, 46 Aspect ratio 2, 36 Assisted setup 23 AUDIO L/MONO 11 Audio System 4 AUDIO button 26 Audio Connections 59 Audio menu 57 Audio Connections 59 Audio Mode 58 Audio Processor 57 Balance 58 Equalizer Presets 57 SAP 58 Sound logic 58 A
Index DVI Audio Input 59 J N E Jacks ANTENNA INPUT 13 AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT 10 CABLE INPUT 13 CENTER 10 COMPONENT/COMPOSITE INPUTS 12 DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT 12 DTVLink 13 ETHERNET 12 Front panel 14 HDMI/DVI 13 S-VIDEO 11 SUBWOOFER 10 WIRED IR 12 Noise Reduction 55 Number buttons 26 Numeric entries 53 L Parental controls 38 Channel lists 38 Editing channels 39 Lock/unlock 38 Password, v-chip 73 PAUSE button 27 PCM receiver 20 Picture Quality menu 54 Advanced Settings 56 Auto color 55 Color warmth 55 Contra
Index Cinerama 66 Normal 66 Stretch 66 Zoom 66 Search Automatic code 28 Channels 24, 61 Second audio program 58 Service, authorized 9 Setup Ethernet 63 Setup, assisted 23 Sharpness 54 Signal source 61 Signal Strength 60 SKIP button 27 Sleep timer 36, 66 Sliders 53 Software Upgrade 61 Sound 71 SOUND button 27 Sound Logic 58 Special Features 62 Specifications 77 Stand 8 STOP button 27 SUBWOOFER jack 10 SWAP button 27, 46 T Things to Consider Before You Connect 8 Time display 36 Time menu 66 Time of Day 66 Ti
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