RCA Scenium L50000 User manual

WARNING
To reduce the risk
of fire or electric
shock, do not
expose this prod-
uct to rain or
moisture.
This symbol indicates "dangerous
voltage" inside the product that
presents a risk of electric shock or
personal injury.
This symbol indicates important
instructions accompanying the
product.
Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your product for its proper operating voltage.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause
harmful interference. FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void
the user’s authority to operate it. Use of this device without the supplied power cord may cause this set to be non-
compliant with FCC part 15 regulations.
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.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK. DO NOT
OPEN.
Product Registration
Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning the card allows us to contact you if
needed.
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 in case you need them. The numbers are located on the back of the product.
Model No. ________________________________________________________
Serial No. _________________________________________________________
Purchase Date: ____________________________________________________
Dealer/Address/Phone: _____________________________________________
Important Information
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Table of Contents
Important Information ......................................................................................................i
Product Registration ...................................................................................................i
Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome to Liquid Crystal On Silicon ( LCOS ) ...............................................................6
A brand new HD technology ..................................................................................... 7
Light Management Yields Brighter, Crisper Pictures................................................8
Chapter 2: Connections and Setup
Things to Consider Before You Connect .......................................................................12
Choose Your Connection ................................................................................................13
How to Connect: TV + VCR + DVD (Excellent video quality) ....................................... 15
How to Connect: TV + VCR + DVD (Very good video quality) ..................................... 17
How to Connect: TV + VCR + DVD (Good video quality) ............................................. 19
Connecting a Dolby Digital Receiver (Excellent audio quality)...................................21
Connecting a receiver/amplifier ....................................................................................21
Connecting Speakers to the TV .....................................................................................22
Put Batteries in the Remote Control .............................................................................23
Plug in and turn on ........................................................................................................23
Complete the Interactive Setup.....................................................................................23
Order Programming (optional) ...................................................................................... 24
Explanation of Input Jacks and Cables ......................................................................... 24
Back of the LCOS TV.................................................................................................27
Input Jacks on the front of your TV ........................................................................30
Buttons on the front of your LCOS TV .................................................................... 31
The Power Light..............................................................................................................32
What to Expect ...............................................................................................................33
Next Steps .......................................................................................................................33

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Chapter 3: The Remote Control
Buttons (in alphabetical order)......................................................................................36
Display Messages ...........................................................................................................40
Programming the remote to Operate Components.....................................................44
The Learning Feature (L1, L2, L3 buttons) — IR LEARN ............................................... 50
How to Use the Volume Lock Feature........................................................................... 52
How to Use the Macro Feature (M1, M2, M3 buttons) ................................................ 53
How to use the discrete feature.................................................................................... 55
How to Use the Mode Mapping Feature ......................................................................56
How to Set the Clock......................................................................................................57
How to Reset the Remote ..............................................................................................58
How to Operate Audio Functions ................................................................................. 59
Where to go for help......................................................................................................61
Code List ..........................................................................................................................62
Chapter 4: Basic Operation
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About the Channel Banner ...........................70
Changing Between DIRECTV and TV Mode ..................................................................72
Changing the channel ....................................................................................................73
Use the INPUT button to see what’s playing on the components that
are connected to your TV...............................................................................................74
Chapter 5: Features
How to Use PIP (Picture-in-Picture) ............................................................................... 76
Bringing Up the Program Guides .................................................................................. 79
Anatomy of the TV Program Guide ........................................................................80
Anatomy of the DIRECTV®Programming Guide ...................................................81
Getting Around in the Guides ................................................................................. 82
Tuning to a Program ................................................................................................82
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Using the GUIDE Button ..........................................................................................83
The Other Guides Icon ............................................................................................. 84
Exiting A Program Guide .........................................................................................85
Sorting the DIRECTV®Programming Guide........................................................... 86
Sorting the DIRECTV®Programming Guide by Topics ..........................................86
Sorting the DIRECTV®Programming Guide by Movies ......................................... 86
Sorting the Current DIRECTV®Programming Guide Alphabetically ....................87
Sorting the DIRECTV®Programming Guide by Sports .......................................... 87
Listing All DIRECTV®Programming ........................................................................87
Finding DIRECTV Programs Using Scout™..............................................................88
The Other Icons ........................................................................................................ 89
About Profiles .................................................................................................................90
Profiles: The DIRECTV Setup ....................................................................................91
Profiles: The TV Setup .............................................................................................. 93
Choosing Your Profile...................................................................................................101
Locking and Unlocking a User Profile .........................................................................101
Locking the System ......................................................................................................102
Chapter 6: The Menu System
Picture Quality Controls ...............................................................................................106
Picture Settings ....................................................................................................... 107
Color Warmth .........................................................................................................108
Noise Filter ..............................................................................................................108
Picture Presets ........................................................................................................108
Reset Controls ......................................................................................................... 109
Audio Menu ..................................................................................................................109
Mute........................................................................................................................110
Tone Controls..........................................................................................................110
Audio Processor ..................................................................................................110
Speakers ..............................................................................................................111

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Sound Logic .........................................................................................................111
SAP (Second Audio Program) ................................................................................112
Optical Output ....................................................................................................112
Audio Language .....................................................................................................113
System Options menu ..................................................................................................114
Changing the Signal Source .................................................................................. 114
Changing the Signal Type ...................................................................................... 115
Auto Tuning ............................................................................................................ 115
Channel Search .......................................................................................................116
Mailbox ...................................................................................................................117
Checking Your Mail ................................................................................................117
Purchases: Pay Per View Programs ........................................................................ 118
Using the Attractions Guide ..................................................................................119
Using the Purchases Menu .....................................................................................120
Reviewing and Canceling an Upcoming Purchase ............................................... 120
Setting the Time and Date..................................................................................... 120
Chapter 7: Help & Assistance
Troubleshooting............................................................................................................128
The Assistance Menu....................................................................................................137
Replacing the Lamp Unit .............................................................................................. 144
FCC Registration Information ......................................................................................149
Glossary of Technical Terms .........................................................................................150
RCA LCOS Display Limited Warranty ..........................................................................155
Specifications and Features .........................................................................................157
Accessory Information ................................................................................................. 159
Index ..............................................................................................................................161

Chapter 1: Introduction
Overview:
•Welcome to LCOS (Liquid Crystal On Silicon):
A Higher Definition Television Is Here.™
•A brand new HD technology
•What makes the HD viewing experience so
special?
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Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction
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Welcome to Liquid Crystal On Silicon ( LCOS )
A Higher Definition Television Is Here.™
At the end of the 20th century, the Thomson multimedia team was given
a challenge: create the ultimate, high definition television viewing
experience.
A dedicated team was formed. Thinking outside of the box, this group
researched various technologies. In the end, the team took a calculated
risk by choosing a brand new technology called Liquid Crystal On Silicon.
In addition to a superlative picture, the technology used inside of the TV
uses smaller and lighter weight parts than normal TVs. The television
designers saw an advantage and went to work —creating a lightweight,
sleek design.
The result: your RCA LCOS High Definition Television.