RCA LCDX2619W User manual

LCD Television
User’s Guide
Changing Entertainment. Again.
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inside the product that presents a risk of
electric shock or personal injury.
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 that
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 parts
inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
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accompanying the product.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your
product for its proper operating voltage.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this
equipment may void the user’s authority to operate it.
Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article
820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical
Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in
particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding
system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Important Information
Product Registration
Please fill out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately. For U.S. customers: Your RCA
Consumer Electronics product may also be registered at www.rca.com/productregistration. Registering this product
allows us to contact you if needed.
Product Information
Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the
serial and model numbers. These numbers are located on the product.
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Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a
third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufac-
turer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving
the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or
cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-
up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984
(Section 54 of Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) provides information with respect to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See
following example.
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
GROUND CLAMP
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
ELECTRIC SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
Important Information
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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
Important Stand and Base Safety Information ....................................................................... 3
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference ........................................................... 3
Use Indirect Light...................................................................................................................... 3
Connection Illustrations ........................................................................................................... 3
Check Supplied Parts ................................................................................................................ 3
Explanation of Jacks ........................................................................................................................ 4
Connect Your Cable ......................................................................................................................... 6
Choose Your Connection ................................................................................................................. 6
Connection to AV Components ............................................................................................... 6
Connection to a Personal Computer ....................................................................................... 8
Plug in the TV................................................................................................................................... 8
Put batteries in the remote............................................................................................................. 8
Turn on the TV ................................................................................................................................. 8
Adjust the Viewing Angle of the TV ..............................................................................................8
Set Up Your TV ................................................................................................................................. 9
Choose the Menu Language .................................................................................................... 9
Choose the Signal Type ............................................................................................................ 9
Complete Channel Search ...................................................................................................... 10
Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control
Button Descriptions for TV Mode.................................................................................................11
Button Descriptions for DVD and VCR Modes............................................................................. 11
Using the INPUT Button ......................................................................................................... 12
Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components ........................................................ 12
Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote ..................................................................... 12
Programming the Remote ..................................................................................................... 12
How to Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed It ......................................................... 13
Remote Control Codes .................................................................................................................. 14
Chapter 3: Using the TV’s Features
About the Channel Banner ........................................................................................................... 15
Why You Should Use the Autotuning Feature ............................................................................ 15
How to Set Up the Autotuning Feature................................................................................ 15
PIP (Picture-in-PC) Operation ........................................................................................................ 16
Parental Controls ........................................................................................................................... 17
How V-Chip Works .................................................................................................................. 17
US V-Chip Rating System ........................................................................................................ 17
Canadian English V-Chip Rating System ............................................................................... 18
Canadian French V-Chip Rating System ................................................................................ 18
V-Chip TV Ratings ................................................................................................................... 19
Blocking Specific Content Themes......................................................................................... 20
Viewing Specific Content Themes ......................................................................................... 21
V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ..................................................................................................... 21
Blocking Canadian V-Chip Ratings ........................................................................................ 22
V-Chip Unrated/Exempt Block ............................................................................................... 22
Front Panel Block .................................................................................................................... 23
Channel Block ......................................................................................................................... 23
Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ............................................................................................... 23
Additional Features ....................................................................................................................... 23
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Chapter 4: Using the Menu System
Menus, On-screen Help, and Control Panels ............................................................................... 24
Exiting a menu ........................................................................................................................ 24
Controls ................................................................................................................................... 24
Picture Menu .................................................................................................................................. 25
Sound Menu................................................................................................................................... 26
Parental Control Menu .................................................................................................................. 27
Preferences Menu .......................................................................................................................... 27
Setup Menu.................................................................................................................................... 28
PC Picture Quality Menu ............................................................................................................... 29
PC Picture Size Menu ..................................................................................................................... 29
PC Sound Menu ............................................................................................................................. 29
PC Preferences Menu..................................................................................................................... 30
PC Information Center................................................................................................................... 30
Chapter 5: Other Information
Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................. 31
Care and Cleaning ......................................................................................................................... 32
Limited Warranty ........................................................................................................................... 33
Accessory Information .................................................................................................................. 35
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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 Safeguards Instructions at the
beginning of the manual.
Protect Components from Overheating
• Don’t block ventilation holes on any of the components. Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely.
•Don’t stack components.
•If you place components in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation.
•If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on the top shelf so the heated air from it won’t flow around
other components.
Important Stand and Base Safety Information
If a stand or base is used ensure that is of adequate size and strength to prevent the TV from being accidentally tipped
over, pushed off, or pulled off. This could cause personal injury and/or damage the TV. Refer to the Important Safety
Instructions at the beginning of the manual.
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference
Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack.
Use Indirect Light
Don’t place the TV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen. Use soft or indirect lighting.
Connection Illustrations
The components used in the connection illustrations are for representation only. The input jacks and the output jacks
on the back of your components (VCR, DVD player, etc.,) might look different than those illustrated.
Check Supplied Parts
Check that the following parts were packed with your product.
DVD ON OFF
VCR TV
VOL
MUTE GO BACK
CH
CLEAR MENU
PRESETS
CC
GUIDE
INFO
SKIP
123
456
789
0
INPUT ANTENNA
REVERSE PLAY FORWARD
RECORD STOP PAUSE
AGAIN ZOOM OPEN CLOSE
SPEED SEARCH
OKOK
Remote Control
2 AAA batteries
Power cord
3.5mm mini phone
to audio cable adapter
(use with the RGB Audio
In jack, not the
headphone jack)
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Explanation of Jacks
This section describes the jacks and cables you might use to make connections. There are
several ways to connect components to your TV.
Different jacks and cables provide a different level of performance. It’s important to remember
the different degrees of picture improvement for comparison. The YPbPr (component) jack is
considered an excellent improvement; S-Video and Video (composite) jacks are considered
very good; while the Antenna/Cable connection is good.
Bottom Panel (lift the panel as shown above to view the jacks)
Side Panel
Bottom Panel
DVI Input Lets you connect an HD receiver, HD cable box, or a computer with a DVI output.
•RAUDIO IN Provides right audio connection when using the DVI jack. The right audio
connector is usually red.
•LAUDIO IN Provides left audio connection when using the DVI jack. The left audio
connector is usually white.
•DVI (Digital Visual Interface) For connection of components that have a DVI jack, such
as an HD receiver. The DVI jack provides an uncompressed, digital video interface
developed for high-bandwidth digital connection. It supports the overlay of high-resolution
graphics used by some program guides and interactive components.
RGB Input
• RGB For connection of components that have an RGB output jack, such as a personal
computer, HD receiver, or DVD player.
• AUDIO IN (Stereo mini jack) Use to obtain sound when a component is connected to
the RGB jack. Use the supplied 3.5mm mini phone to audio cable adapter. Connect audio
cables to the end of the adapter.
CH
VOL
MENU
POWER
VID1
S-VIDEO
IN
ANTENNA/
CABLE
RGB
DVI
AUDIO
IN Pr Pb Y RL/
Mono
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
IN
RLVIDEO IN RL/
Mono
AUDIO
IN VIDEO IN
CMPT
SUBWOOFER
OUT RLAUDIO
OUT
AUDIO OUTPUT
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CMPT (Component) Input
•YPb Pr VIDEO IN For connection of components that have component output jacks (Y, Pb, Pr), such as a
personal computer, HD receiver, DVD player, or other device with component outputs.
The Y Pb Pr jacks provide excellent picture quality because the video is separated into three signals.
•RAUDIO IN Provides right audio connection when using the Y Pb Pr jacks. The right audio connector is
usually red.
•L/Mono AUDIO IN Provides left audio connection when using the Y Pb Pr jacks. The left audio connector is
usually white.
Note: If your component has only one output for audio (mono), connect it to the L/Mono AUDIO jack on the TV
and don’t connect the R AUDIO part of the cable. In this case, you need to change a setting to hear sound from
both speakers. Go to the Sound menu, highlight Sound Type and then choose Mono.
VID1 Input
•S-VIDEO IN The S-Video (super video) jack provides better picture quality than the regular video jack because
the color (chrominance, also called chroma) part of the signal is separated from the black and white (luminance)
part of the picture.
Note: Remember to connect the left and right audio cables to the AUDIO IN jacks because the
S-VIDEO cable carries only the picture signal, not the sound.
•RAUDIO IN Provides right audio connection when using the VIDEO or S-VIDEO jack. The right audio
connector is usually red.
•L/Mono AUDIO IN Provides left audio connection when using the VIDEO or S-VIDEO jack. The left audio
connector is usually white.
Note: If your component has only one output for audio (mono), connect it to the L/Mono AUDIO jack on the TV
and don’t connect the R AUDIO part of the cable. In this case, you need to change a setting to hear sound from
both speakers. Go to the Sound menu, highlight Sound Type and then choose Mono.
•VIDEO IN Provides composite video connection. The video connector is usually yellow.
ANTENNA/CABLE Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from the antenna, cable, or cable box.
AUDIO OUTPUT
• SUBWOOFER OUT Provides lower bass frequencies out from the TV and to a powered subwoofer.
•RAUDIO OUT Use to output the right audio of the selected source component connected to this unit to an AV
amplifier or similar component.
•LAUDIO OUT Use to output the left audio of the selected source component connected to this unit to an AV
amplifier or similar component.
Note: Set the Audio output to Fixed or Variable in the Sound menu. Go to page 27 for more information.
Power In Connect the power cord to this jack to give the TV power.
Side Panel
•Headphone Allows you to connect headphones to listen to the sound coming from the TV.
Note: When you plug in headphones, the TV’s internal speakers are automatically turned off.
If you can’t locate your remote, you can use the side panel of your TV to operate many of the TV’s features.
MENU Brings up the Main menu. When the menu system is displayed, pressing MENU selects highlighted items.
VOL

Increases the volume. In the menu system, it points right to items and adjusts menu controls.
VOL

Decreases the volume. In the menu system, it points left to items and adjusts menu controls.
CH

Scans up through the current channel list. In the menu system, it points up to items and adjusts menu
controls.
CH

Scans down through the channel list. In the menu system, it points down to items and adjusts menu controls.
POWER Turns the TV on and off.
Note: If you use the Front Panel Block feature, the front panel buttons no longer provide access to the menus.
Go to Chapter 3 for more information.
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Connect Your Cable
Connect your cable or antenna to the ANTENNA/CABLE jack on the bottom panel of the TV
using a coaxial cable.
A
NTENNA/
CABLE
SUBWOOFER
OUT RLAUDIO
OUT
AUDIO OUTPUT
CABLE
OFF-AIR ANTENNA
OR
Choose Your Connection
There are several ways to connect your television, depending on the components you want to
connect and the quality of the signal you want to achieve. The following are examples of some
ways to connect your TV. Choose the connection which is best for you.
Connection to AV Components
Using the DVI Jack
Connect a component, such as an HD receiver, to the TV using the DVI jack. Connect one end
of a DVI cable (not supplied) to the DVI jack on the bottom of the TV and the other end to the
DVI Out jack on the back on the component. Then connect the audio cables to the DVI AUDIO
IN jacks (R and L) next to the DVI jack on the TV and to the Audio Out jacks on the
component.
Note: When using the DVI jack to receive your signal, all necessary information is
transferred from the receiver to the TV. Therefore, there is no need to make adjustments
in the Main Menu.
DVI
AUDIO
IN
RL
ˇ˝ˇ˝ˇ˝ˇ˝ˇ˝ˇ˝ ˇ˝ˇ˝ˇ˝ˇ˝ˇ˝ ˇ˝ˇ˝ˇ˝ˇ˝ ˇ˝ˇ˝ˇ˝ˇ˝ˇ˝ ˇ˝ˇ˝ˇ˝ˇ˝ˇ˝
HD receiver (RCA Scenium ATSC21, for example)
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Using the CMPT Jack
Connect a component, such as a VCR, DVD player or Satellite Receiver, to the TV using the
CMPT jacks. Connect Component cables to the Y Pb Pr VIDEO IN jacks on the bottom panel of
the TV and to the Component Out jacks on the component. Then connect audio cables to the
CMPT AUDIO IN jacks (R and L) on the bottom panel of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks
on the component.
Note: The CMPT input also accepts Y Cr Cb signals. Your TV will automatically adjust to
that type of signal.
Using the RGB Jack
Connect a component, such as a DVD player or digital cable box, to the TV using the RGB
jack. Connect one end of a 15 pin D-sub cable to the RGB jack on the bottom of the TV and
the other end to the RGB out jack on the component. Then connect the supplied 3.5mm mini
phone to audio cable adapter to the RGB AUDIO IN jack on the bottom of the TV. Connect
audio cables to the adapter and connect the other end to the Audio Output jacks on the
component.
RGB
AUDIO
IN
AV component
Pr Pb Y RL/
Mono
AUDIO
IN
VIDEO IN
CMPT
AV component
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Connection to a Personal Computer
Using RGB
Connect a personal computer to the TV using the RGB jack. Connect a 15-pin monitor cable to
the computer and the other end to the bottom of the TV.
Note: Your computer will most likely output the signal in a 4:3 aspect ratio. Be sure to
change the monitor setting for the best picture quality.
SUBWOOFER
OUT
RLAUDIO
OUT
AUDIO OUTPUT
Plug in the TV
Plug the flat end of the cable into the power jack on the bottom panel
of the TV. Plug the 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.
RGB
AUDIO
IN
Put batteries in the remote
•Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the remote by pushing down on
the tab and lifting the cover.
•Insert 2 fresh “AAA” batteries. Make sure the polarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly.
•Replace the cover.
Turn on the TV
Press TV on the remote, or press POWER on the TV’s side panel.
Note: Pressing the TV button turns on the TV and puts the remote into TV mode. “TV
mode” means that the buttons on the remote control operate the TV’s functions.
Adjust the Viewing Angle of the TV
The TV’s screen is adjustable simply by pushing on the top, front part of the screen, while your
other hand holds the base of the TV.
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MAIN MENU
Picture
Sound
Parental Control
Preferences
Setup
Press MENU or CLEAR to exit.
Setup
Signal Type Cable. . .
Auto Channel Search Start. . .
Autotuning. . .
Channel List. . .
Press </> to select.
Press MENU to go to Main Menu.
MAIN MENU
Picture
Sound
Parental Control
Preferences
Setup
Press MENU or CLEAR to exit.
Preferences
Language English. . .
Closed Caption. . .
Menu Time-out 10 Seconds
Menu Position
Menu Background Opaque. . .
Timers. . .
Press </> or OK to select.
Press MENU to go to Main Menu.
Set Up Your TV
There are several options you might need to set up in order for your TV to work properly. Turn
on your TV, then press the MENU button on your remote control. Read the instructions that
follow.
Choose the Menu Language
Select your preferred language for the menu system.
1. From the Main menu, press the down arrow button to highlight
Preferences, then press OK (the Preferences menu appears with
Language highlighted).
2. The default language is English. To select French or Spanish, press
the right arrow button.
Choose the Signal Type
In order for your TV to search for channels, you need to make sure
your signal type is set correctly.
1. Press the MENU button (the MAIN MENU appears).
2. Press the down arrow button to highlight Setup, then press OK
(the Setup menu appears with Signal Type highlighted).
3. The Signal Type option is set to Cable. To change the option to
Antenna, press the right arrow button.
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Setup
Signal Type Cable. . .
Auto Channel Search Start. . .
Autotuning. . .
Channel List. . .
Press </> to start. Press MENU to go to Main Menu.
Press OK to stop search.
Complete Channel Search
To search for all channels viewable through your antenna or cable TV
system:
1. From the Setup menu, press the down arrow button to highlight
Auto Channel Search.
2. Press the right arrow button to begin the channel search.
Note: Depending on the number of channels you receive, it
may take several minutes for the channel search to finish.
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Tip
To turn off most RCA, GE, and Proscan
components that are connected to the TV, press
ON•OFF twice within two seconds.
This feature only works with most RCA, GE, and
Proscan products.
Button Descriptions for TV Mode
Arrows Used to highlight different items in the TV menu and to
adjust the menu controls. When viewing a channel, press the left or
right arrow to change the screen format: 4:3, Zoom 14:9, Zoom 16:9,
Cinerama, and 16:9 Widescreen.
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 password
settings directly through the remote control.
To enter a one-digit channel, enter a zero first. To enter a two-digit
channel, press the two digits and expect a few seconds delay. This is if
you want to enter a third digit.
CC Brings up the Closed Caption menu.
CH + or CH - Scans up or down through the current channel list.
Press once to change the channel up or down; press and hold to
continue changing channels.
CLEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns
you to normal viewing.
GO BACK Returns you to the previous channel.
INFO Brings up the channel banner; press again to clear the screen.
INPUT Toggles through the available input sources (VID1, CMPT,
RGB, DVI and current channel).
MENU Brings up the Main menu.
MUTE Reduces the TV’s volume to its minimum level. Press again to
restore the volume.
OK When in the menu system, selects highlighted items.
ON•OFF When in TV mode, turns the TV on or off. If in another
mode (VCR or DVD) and programmed, will turn the component on or
off.
PRESETS Resets the picture settings to factory default for the video
input channel you’re currently tuned to.
SKIP Press once before changing channels and the TV will wait 30
seconds before returning to the original channel. Press repeatedly to
add more time.
TV Turns on the TV and puts the remote in TV mode. Also displays
current status.
VOL – or VOL + Decreases or increases the TV’s volume.
Button Descriptions for DVD and
VCR Modes
AGAIN In DVD mode, replays the last several seconds of the title
you’re playing.
ANTENNA In VCR mode, functions as a TV/VCR button.
DVD ON OFF
VCR TV
VOL
MUTE GO BACK
CH
CLEAR MENU
PRESETS
CC
GUIDE
INFO
SKIP
123
456
789
0
INPUT ANTENNA
REVERSE PLAY FORWARD
RECORD STOP PAUSE
AGAIN ZOOM OPEN CLOSE
SPEED SEARCH
OKOK
Indicator
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DVD Puts the remote in DVD mode and, if auto tuning is enabled, will turn on the TV and
tune to the correct video input channel. Also used with the ON•OFF button to turn on other
compatible DVD players.
GUIDE If you’re operating another component that has an on-screen program guide, this
button accesses the on-screen guide.
OPEN•CLOSE In DVD mode, opens or closes the DVD disc tray.
REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, RECORD, STOP, PAUSE If programmed, provides transport
control for some remote-controllable VCRs or DVD players.
SEARCH In VCR mode, accesses Index Search feature.
SPEED 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 INPUT Button
Use the INPUT button to scroll through the available video input channels and view
components you have connected to the TV.
1. Make sure the component you want to view is turned ON.
2. Press INPUT to tune to an available video input source and view the component.
3. To return to the previous channel, continue pressing INPUT.
You’ll use these buttons when
you program the remote.
DVD ON OFF
VCR TV
VOL
MUTE GO BACK
CH
CLEAR MENU
PRESETS
CC
GUIDE
INFO
SKIP
123
456
789
0
INPUT ANTENNA
REVERSE PLAY FORWARD
RECORD STOP PAUSE
AGAIN ZOOM OPEN CLOSE
SPEED SEARCH
OKOK
Programming the Remote to
Operate Other Components
The universal remote can be programmed to operate most brands of
remote controllable components. The remote is already programmed
to operate most RCA, GE, and Proscan components.
Notes: The TV button can’t be programmed on this remote.
The remote may not be compatible with all brands and models
of components. It also may not operate all functions of the
remote that came with your component.
Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote
To determine whether the universal remote needs to be programmed
for your component, turn the component ON. For example, to
program the remote for a VCR, turn on the VCR. Point the remote at
the VCR, and press the VCR button. Then press ON•OFF or CH +
(channel up) or CH – (channel down) to see if the VCR responds to
the remote commands. If the component does not respond, the remote
needs to be programmed.
Programming the Remote
There are two ways to program the remote control:
•automatic code search
•direct entry
DVD
and VCR
buttons
ON•OFF
button
REVERSE
and PLAY
buttons
STOP
button
CLEAR
button
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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). While holding the
component button, press and hold ON•OFF until the indicator on the remote turns on, then release
both buttons.
3. Point the remote at the component. Press and release PLAY (the indicator light on the remote flashes).
The remote is searching for the correct code to program. When the indicator stops flashing (after
about 5 seconds), press PLAY again to tell the remote to search the next set of codes.
Continue pressing PLAY until the component turns off or the indicator light on the remote turns off. If
the indicator light turns off, then all the codes for that particular component have been tested once. If
the component does not turn off, then the remote can’t be programmed to operate that component.
Note: Each time you press PLAY, the remote sends about 10 sets of codes. Therefore, you might have
to press the PLAY button up to 20 times.
If the component you want to operate does turn off:
1. Press and release REVERSE, then wait 2 seconds. Repeat this step until the device turns back ON.
2. To finish, press and hold STOP until the indicator on the remote turns off.
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 this section.
3. Press and hold the component button you want to program on the remote.
4. Enter the code from the remote control code list on the following pages. If the indicator flashes, you
have either entered an invalid code or the button isn’t programmable.
5. Release the component button.
6. Point the remote at the component. Press ON•OFF to see if the component responds to the
command. If it doesn’t, try pressing the component button and then ON•OFF again.
•If you get no response, repeat these steps using the next code listed for your brand, until the
component responds to the remote commands.
• If you try all the codes for your component brand and none work, try the automatic code search
method. If automatic code search doesn’t find the code, the remote is not compatible with your
component.
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. Use the remote buttons that apply to that component.
Note: If you keep pressing buttons and nothing happens, the remote is probably in the wrong
mode. You must press the component button that matches the component you want to operate (i.e.,
if you want to operate the VCR, press VCR on the remote control to put the remote in VCR mode.)
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Remote Control Codes
VCR Codes
Programmable for VCR button.
Admiral ....................................................................................................................... 2132
Adventura ................................................................................................................... 2026
Aiko ............................................................................................................................ 2027
Aiwa ............................................................................................................................ 2026
Akai ....................................................... 2003, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2111, 2112, 2113
American High ........................................................................................................... 2021
Asha ............................................................................................................................ 2013
Audio Dynamics ............................................................................................... 2009, 2010
Audiovox .................................................................................................................... 2014
Bell & Howell ............................................................................................................ 2011
Beaumark ................................................................................................................... 2013
Broksonic ......................................................................................................... 2012, 2025
Calix ............................................................................................................................ 2014
Candle ......................................................................................... 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016,
................................................................................................................ 2017, 2018, 2019
Canon ..................................................................................................... 2021, 2022, 2114
Capehart ........................................................................................................... 2020, 2110
Carver ......................................................................................................................... 2062
CCE ................................................................................................................... 2027, 2061
Citizen .............................................................................................................. 2013, 2014,
.................................................................................. 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2027
Colortyme ................................................................................................................... 2009
Colt ............................................................................................................................. 2061
Craig ............................................................................................. 2013, 2014, 2023, 2061
Curtis-Mathes ......................................................................................... 2000, 2009, 2013,
........................................................................ 2016, 2018, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2115, 2131
Cybernex .................................................................................................................... 2013
Daewoo ................................................ 2015, 2017, 2019, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2110
Daytron ....................................................................................................................... 2110
DBX .................................................................................................................. 2009, 2010
Dimensia .......................................................................................................... 2000, 2131
Dynatech .................................................................................................................... 2026
Electrohome ..................................................................................................... 2014, 2029
Electrophonic ............................................................................................................. 2014
Emerson ................................................................... 2012, 2014, 2015, 2021, 2024, 2025,
............. 2026, 2029, 2030, 2031, 2032, 2033, 2034,2035, 2036, 2037, 2038, 2039, 2040,
.................................. 2041, 2042,2044, 2045, 2046, 2047, 2065, 2113, 2116, 2117, 2130
Fisher .................................................... 2011, 2023, 2048, 2049, 2050, 2051, 2052, 2118
Fuji .................................................................................................................... 2021, 2119
Funai ........................................................................................................................... 2026
Garrard ....................................................................................................................... 2026
GE .......................................................................................................... 2000, 2001, 2013,
.................................................................................. 2021, 2022, 2053, 2115, 2120, 2131
Goldstar ........................................................................................ 2009, 2014, 2018, 2054
Gradiente .................................................................................................................... 2026
Harley Davidson ........................................................................................................ 2026
Harman Kardon ......................................................................................................... 2009
Harwood .................................................................................................................... 2061
Headquarter ............................................................................................................... 2011
Hitachi ............................................................................................................. 2055, 2056,
............................................................................................ 2057, 2107, 2111, 2120, 2122
Hi-Q ............................................................................................................................ 2023
Instant Replay ............................................................................................................ 2021
JCL .............................................................................................................................. 2021
JC Penney .................................................................................... 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013,
........................................................................................... 2014, 2021, 2022, 2055, 2056,
............................................................................................ 2058, 2059, 2060, 2107, 2118
Jensen ..................................................................................................... 2055, 2056, 2111
JVC ............................................................................ 2009, 2010, 2011, 2018, 2111, 2123
Kenwood ........................................................ 2009, 2010, 2011, 2016, 2018, 2111, 2123
KLH ............................................................................................................................. 2061
Kodak ............................................................................................................... 2014, 2021
Lloyd ........................................................................................................................... 2026
Logik ........................................................................................................................... 2061
LXI .............................................................................................................................. 2014
Magnavox .............................................................................................. 2021, 2022, 2062,
............................................................................................ 2063, 2104, 2105, 2108, 2124
Magnin ........................................................................................................................ 2013
Marantz ................................................. 2009, 2010, 2011, 2016, 2018, 2021, 2062, 2064
Marta ........................................................................................................................... 2014
Masushita .................................................................................................................... 2021
Mei .............................................................................................................................. 2021
Memorex .............................................. 2011, 2013, 2014, 2021, 2023, 2026, 2104, 2132
MGA ........................................................................................................ 2029, 2065, 2113
MGN Technology ....................................................................................................... 2013
Midland ....................................................................................................................... 2053
Minolta .................................................................................................... 2055, 2056, 2107
Mitsubishi ...................................................... 2029, 2055, 2056, 2065, 2066, 2067, 2068,
................................................... 2069, 2070, 2071, 2072, 2073, 2074, 2106, 2113, 2123
Montgomery Ward ........................................................................................... 2075, 2132
Motorola ........................................................................................................... 2021, 2132
MTC .................................................................................................................. 2013, 2126
Multitech ............................................................................. 2013, 2016, 2026, 2053, 2061
NEC ..................................................................................... 2009, 2010, 2011,2016, 2018,
.................................................................................. 2064, 2076, 2078, 2079, 2111, 2123
Nikko .......................................................................................................................... 2014
Noblex ........................................................................................................................ 2013
Olympus .................................................................................................................. 2021
Optimus ......................................................................................................... 2014, 2132
Optonica .................................................................................................................. 2096
Panasonic .............................................................. 2021, 2022, 2109, 2125, 2126, 2127
Pentax .............................................................................. 2016, 2055, 2056, 2107, 2120
Pentex Research ...................................................................................................... 2018
Philco ......................................................................................... 2021, 2022, 2062, 2063
Philips ........................................................................................ 2021, 2062, 2096, 2124
Pilot .......................................................................................................................... 2014
Pioneer ............................................................................ 2010, 2055, 2080, 2081, 2123
Portland ..................................................................................... 2016, 2017, 2019, 2110
Proscan ................................................................................................ 2000, 2001, 2131
Protec ....................................................................................................................... 2061
Pulsar ....................................................................................................................... 2104
Quarter .................................................................................................................... 2011
Quartz ...................................................................................................................... 2011
Quasar ................................................................................................. 2021, 2022, 2125
RCA ............................................................. 2000, 2001, 2003, 2013, 2021, 2055, 2056,
......................................................... 2082, 2083, 2084, 2085, 2086, 2087, 2088, 2089,
........................................................... 2090, 2091, 2107, 2115, 2120, 2125, 2131, 2133
Radioshack/Realistic ................................................................ 2011, 2013, 2014, 2021,
........................................................... 2022, 2023, 2026, 2029, 2049, 2050, 2096, 2132
Radix ........................................................................................................................ 2014
Randex ..................................................................................................................... 2014
Ricoh ........................................................................................................................ 2128
Runco ...................................................................................................................... 2104
Samsung ................................................................ 2005, 2013, 2015, 2033, 2053, 2112
Sanky ............................................................................................................. 2104, 2132
Sansui ........................................................................................ 2010, 2092, 2111, 2123
Sanyo ................................................................................................... 2011, 2013, 2023
Scott ................................................... 2012, 2015, 2025, 2032, 2038, 2065, 2093, 2116
Sears ............................................................................... 2011, 2014, 2021, 2023, 2048,
.................................................................... 2049, 2050, 2051, 2055, 2056, 2107, 2118
Sharp ............................................................ 2017, 2029, 2094, 2095, 2096, 2097, 2132
Shintom ..................................................................................... 2004, 2056, 2061, 2098
Shogun .................................................................................................................... 2013
Signature .................................................................................................................. 2132
Singer ................................................................................................... 2021, 2061, 2128
Sony ........................................................................................... 2004, 2098, 2099, 2119
STS ................................................................................................................. 2021, 2107
Sylvania ....................................................... 2021, 2022, 2026, 2062, 2063, 2065, 2124
Symphonic ............................................................................................................... 2026
Tandy ....................................................................................................................... 2011
Tashiko .................................................................................................................... 2014
Tatung ...................................................................................................................... 2111
TEAC .................................................................................................... 2026, 2085, 2111
Technics ......................................................................................................... 2021, 2109
Teknika ............................................................................ 2014, 2021, 2026, 2100, 2129
TMK ..................................................................................................... 2013, 2024, 2047
Toshiba ........................................................ 2015, 2049, 2051, 2055, 2065, 2093, 2116
Totevsion ....................................................................................................... 2013, 2014
Unitech .................................................................................................................... 2013
Vector Research ......................................................................... 2009, 2010, 2015, 2016
Victor ....................................................................................................................... 2010
Video Concepts ............................................................... 2009, 2010, 2015, 2016, 2113
Videosonic ............................................................................................................... 2013
Wards ........................................................................................ 2013, 2014, 2015, 2021,
............................................................................. 2023, 2026, 2029, 2055, 2056, 2061,
.................................................................... 2096, 2101, 2102, 2103, 2107, 2116, 2132
XR-1000 ............................................................................................... 2021, 2026, 2061
Yamaha ............................................................................ 2009, 2010, 2011, 2018, 2111
Zenith .............................................................................. 2004, 2098, 2104, 2119, 2128
DVD codes
Programmable for DVD button.
Aiwa ......................................................................................................................... 3009
Apex .............................................................................................................. 3023, 3024
GE ............................................................................................................................ 3000
Hitachi ..................................................................................................................... 3008
JVC ................................................................................................................. 3002, 3010
Konka ............................................................................................................ 3011, 3012
Magnavox ................................................................................................................ 3003
Mitsubishi ................................................................................................................ 3004
Panasonic ................................................................................................................ 3013
Philips ........................................................................................ 3003, 3019, 3021, 3022
Pioneer .................................................................................................................... 3005
Proscan .................................................................................................................... 3000
RCA ................................................................................................................ 3000, 3001
Samsung .................................................................................................................. 3025
Sanyo ....................................................................................................................... 3014
Sony ..................................................................................................... 3006, 3015, 3016
Toshiba ................................................................................................ 3007, 3017, 3020
Zenith ...................................................................................................................... 3018
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About the Channel Banner
The Channel Banner appears when you press the TV or INFO button
on the remote. The following list describes the items on the Channel
Banner screen (left to right and top to bottom). Other displays that are
not described here are self-explanatory.
The icons change appearance to show the item’s status or availability.
8Displays the current channel you are watching or input you are
tuned to.
Mute Icon Displayed when you mute the sound.
Parental Controls Lock Icon Displayed when Parental Controls are
locked.
Commercial Skip Timer 00:00:30 Corresponds to the SKIP button.
Shows the amount of time left before the TV switches back to the
previous channel.
Sleep Timer 01:30 Displays the amount of time remaining before
the TV turns off if you have set the sleep timer.
Why You Should Use the Autotuning Feature
The autotuning feature tunes the TV to the correct channel for different components you have
connected to your TV (like a VCR or DVD Player). When you set up autotuning in the menu
system, you don’t have to remember to change your TV to channel 3, for example, when you
want to watch the tape in your VCR.
How to Set Up the Autotuning Feature
The way you set up the autotuning feature in the TV’s menu corresponds to the component
buttons on the remote and the way you have each component connected to your TV. When
you set up autotuning, you’re telling the TV what channel to tune to when you press the VCR
or DVD button on the remote control.
1. Press MENU (the MAIN MENU appears).
2. Highlight Setup and press OK on your remote control.
3. Highlight Autotuning and press OK.
4. Choose which channel you want to set:
Set VCR Ch/Input Lets you set up the channel the TV tunes to when you press the VCR
button.
Set DVD Ch/Input Lets you set up the channel the TV tunes to when you press the DVD
button.
Set SAT Ch/Input Not available with your remote control.
Set AUX Ch/Input Not available with your remote control.
5. Press the right arrow button to select the choice that matches the way you have the
component connected to this TV.
The choices and a brief explanation follow:
Commercial Skip Timer 00:00:30
Sleep Timer 01:30
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N/A 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’re using this component.
03/04 Component is connected to the Antenna/Cable jack on the TV,
and you want the TV to tune to channel 3 or 4 (VCR only) when you
press the corresponding button on the remote. Reminder: make sure
the component’s Channel 3/4 switch is set to the appropriate channel.
VID1 Component is connected to the VID1 Video In or S-Video In
jack on the TV and you want the TV to tune to a video input channel
when you press the corresponding button.
CMPT Component is connected to the Y Pb Pr jacks on the TV and
you want the TV to tune to the component video input channel when
you press the corresponding button.
RGB Component is connected to the RGB jack on the TV and you
want the TV to tune to the RGB input channel when you press the
corresponding button.
DVI Component is connected to the DVI jack on the TV and you
want the TV to tune to the DVI video input channel when you press
the corresponding button.
PIP (Picture-in-PC) Operation
The PIP (Picture-In-PC) feature lets you display a second, smaller
analog (NTSC format) picture on top of the PC picture. You will only
be able to use the PIP window with analog channels.
Using the PIP Feature
The PIP feature works with a component that is connected to your TV
that has a tuner that displays analog (NTSC) channels. While you may
use PIP in different ways, this basic PIP scenario should get you
started. When tuned to your PC input, follow these steps.
1. Turn Picture in PC on from the PC Picture Quality menu. The PIP
window appears on the screen.
2. Press the INPUT button to view PIP from another input channel.
3. Use the CH+ or CH- button to change the PIP channel.
4. Press CLEAR to clear PIP.
PIP Problems?
•If you press PIP and the PIP window is gray, you may have
activated the Parental Control feature and the program exceeds
the rating limits you set. For information on removing limits, see
the following section.
•You cannot view closed captioning in the PIP window.
•PIP cannot be displayed from component (Y,Pb,Pr) inputs.
Autotuning
Press </> or OK to select.
Press MENU to go to Setup Menu.
Set VCR Ch/Input 03. . .
Set DVD Ch/Input VID1. . .
Set SAT Ch/Input CMPT. . .
Set AUX Ch/Input DVI. . .
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