RCA 27V514T User manual

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Model 27V514T is pictured here.
Find Inside:
•Connecting .............. page 5
•Remote Control ...... page 10
•KidPass ..................... page 23
• Favorite Channel .... page 32
•Troubleshooting ..... page 38

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualifi ed service personnel.
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 identifi cation/rating label located on the back panel of your product for
its proper operating voltage.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifi cations to this equipment
may void the user’s authority to operate it.
Caution:
To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Caution: Using video games or any external accessory with fi xed images for
extended periods of time can cause them to be permanently imprinted on the
picture tube (or projection TV picture tubes). ALSO, some network/program logos,
phone numbers, black borders (sides, top and bottom), etc. may cause similar
damage. This damage is not covered by your warranty.
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 par tic u lar, specifi es 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 Stand and Base Safety Information
Choose the location for your TV carefully. Place the TV on a stand or base 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 on page 1.
Product Registration
Please fi ll out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately. For US 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 in case you need them. These num bers are located on the product.
Model No.
_________________
Serial No.
_____________________
Purchase Date:
________________________
Dealer/Address/Phone:
__________________________________________________________________________
This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double insulation
between hazardous mains voltage and user accessible parts. When servicing
use only identical replacement parts.
W
ARNING
WARNINGW
To reduce the risk of fi re 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 fi lled with liquids, such as
vases, shoul
d
be placed on the
apparatus.
Important Information

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 a dry cloth.
7.
Do not block any of the 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 amplifi ers) 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 third prong are provided for your safety.
When the provided plug does not fi t 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 specifi ed by the
manufacturer.
12.
Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specifi ed by
the manufacturer 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 qualifi ed service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
as if the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, or if the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
15.
This product may contain lead and mercury. Disposal of these
materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations.
For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local
authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org).
16.
Damage Requiring Service -
The appliance should be serviced by
qualifi ed service personnel when:
A.
The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged;
B.
Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the appliance;
C.
The appliance has been exposed to rain;
D.
The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a
marked change in performance;
E.
The appliance has been dropped or the enclosure damaged.
17.
Tilt/Stability -
All televisions must comply with recommended
international global safety standards for tilt and stability proper ties
of its cabinet design.
• Do not compromise these design standards by applying
excessive pull force to the front, or top, of the cabinet, which could
ultimately overturn the product.
• Also, do not endanger yourself, or children, by placing electronic
equipment/toys on the top of the cabinet. Such items could
unsuspectingly fall from the top of the set and cause product
damage and/or personal injury.
18.
Power Lines -
An outdoor antenna should be located away from
power lines.
19
.
Outdoor Antenna Grounding -
If an outside antenna is connected
to the receiver, be sure the antenna 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, 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 connectors, location of
antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure below.
20. Object and Liquid Entry -
Care should be taken so that objects
do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through
openings.
21. Battery usage CAUTION -
To prevent battery leakage that may
result in bodily injury, property damage, or damage to the unit:
• Install all batteries correctly, with + and - aligned as marked on
the unit.
• Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and alkaline, etc.).
• Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time.
22.
Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no
objects fi lled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.
Note to the Cable TV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the Cable TV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC
(Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1)
that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifi es 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 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read before operating equipment
Example of Antenna Grounding
as per NEC - National Electrical Code
GROUND CLAMP
ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
Important Information

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Chapter 1: Connections & Setup
Things to Consider Before You Connect
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4
Protect Against
Power Surges
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4
Protect Devices from Overheating
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4
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference
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4
Use Indirect Light
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4
Get the Picture
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5
Receiving
Digital Channels
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5
What You Need
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5
What You Need to Know
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5
Receiving
Analog Channels
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6
What You Need
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6
What You Need to Know
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6
Choose Your Connection
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7
S-Video
Connectio
n
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7
Using the Side Jacks
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9
Plug in the TV
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10
Put Batteries in the Remote
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10
How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup
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10
Turn on the TV
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10
Complete the Initial Setup
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1
1
Choose the Menu Language
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1
1
Tuning to a Channel
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1
1
What to Expect
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1
2
Watching TV
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1
2
Remote Buttons
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13
Using the INPUT Button
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1
4
Explanation of Jacks
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1
5
The Front of Your TV
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1
6
Chapter 2: Using the TV Features
Channel Banner
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1
7
Parental Controls and V-Chip
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1
8
How V-Chip Works
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1
8
Activate Parental Control
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1
8
Resetting the
Passwo
rd
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1
8
Set V-Chip TV Programming Limits
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1
9
The V-Chip Rating Screen
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1
9
Blocking Age-Based Ratings
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1
9
Blocking Specifi c Content Themes
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20
Blocking USA V-Chip Movie Ratings
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21
Blocking Canadian V-Chip Movie Ratings
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2
2
V-Chip Exempt Program Block
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2
2
Activate KidPass
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2
3
Block Channel
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2
3
Front Panel Lock
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2
4
Change Password
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2
4
Table of Contents

Table of Contents
3
Chapter 3: Using the TV’s Menu System
Sound Menu
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2
5
Picture Menu
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2
7
Setup Menu
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2
8
Parental Control Menu
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3
3
Time Menu
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3
4
Notepad Menu
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3
5
Chapter 4: Other Information
USA V-Chip Rating System
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3
6
Canadian English V-Chip Rating System
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3
7
Canadian French V-Chip Rating System
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3
7
Troubleshooting
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3
8
Limited Warranty
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40
Care and Cleaning
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4
2
FCC Information
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4
3

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Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.
Things to Consider Before You Connect
Protect Against
Power Surges
• Connect all devices before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet.
• Turn off the TV and/or device before you connect or disconnect any cables.
• Using a surge protector can help prevent damage to your TV from electrical power surges. In
case of lightning, unplug your TV.
• Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safety
Instructions packed separately.
Protect Devices from Overheating
• Don’t block ventilation holes on any of the devices. Arrange the devices so that air can
circulate freely.
• Don’t stack devices.
• If you place devices in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation.
• If you connect an audio receiver or amplifi er, place it on the top shelf so the heated air from
it won’t fl ow around other devices. Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference
• Insert each cable fi rmly into the designated jack.
• If you place devices above the TV, route all cables down the side of the back of the TV
instead of straight down the middle of the TV.
• If your antenna uses 300-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil the cables. Also, keep the twin
lead cables away from audio/video cables.
Use Indirect Light
Don’t place the TV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen. Use soft
or indirect lighting.
Chapter 1: Connections & Setup

Get the Picture
The fi rst part of connecting your TV is to get a signal. The back
panel of your TV allows you to receive analog channels by using the
ANTENNA/CABLE ANALOG INPUT and digital channels by using the
ANTENNA/CABLE DIGITAL INPUT. The graphic to the left shows
these inputs.
ANTENNA
button
What You Need to Know
• This television is equipped with a QAM (Quadrature amplitude modulation) tuner that enables reception of
unscrambled digital cable content. Check with your cable provider for information about content availability in
your area.
• Visit www.antennaweb.org to get help deciding what type of antenna to use to receive the off-air local digital
channels available to you. By entering where you live, this mapping program tells you what local analog and
digital stations are available using a certain antenna.
• When you get to the Auto Channel Search screen in the Initial Setup, make sure you set the signal type for using
a digital signal source. (You can also choose
Both,
digital and analog).
To complete a channel search now, go to
page 11.
• When you are ready to watch digital channels, make sure you are tuned to the Digital Input. Press the ANTENNA
button to tune to the Digital Input. Go to page 13 for more information.
When using both of these jacks, use the ANTENNA button on the
remote to toggle between the digital and analog signals.
or
Receiving Digital Channels
Coaxial cable
Indoor or Outdoor
Antenna
ANTENNA/CABLE
ANALOG INPUT
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
VIDEO IN
ANTENNA/CABLE
DIGITAL INPUT
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Note:
You may experience a delay of several seconds before digital pictures appear, both when
Note: You may experience a delay of several seconds before digital pictures appear, both when Note:
you fi rst turn on the digital signals and when you change channels. This is normal.
Check with
your local cable company for available content.
What You Need
• Antenna (“rabbit ears”) or outdoor antenna with a coaxial cable. Plug the antenna
or coaxial cable from the wall outlet into the ANTENNA/CABLE DIGITAL INPUT
to receive free off-air local digital channels.
OR
• Coaxial cable from a cable outlet. Plug the coaxial cable into the ANTENNA/
CABLE DIGITAL INPUT to receive your digital cable channels.
OR
• You can use a signal splitter (shown at left) to divide the signal from one cable
or antenna source to connect to both the ANTENNA/CABLE ANALOG INPUT and
ANTENNA/CABLE DIGITAL INPUT jacks on the TV. When you get to the Auto
Channel Search screen in the Initial Setup, make sure you set the signal type to
Both (
digital and analog).
Both (digital and analog).Both (
or
Chapter 1 5
Connections & Setup

What You Need to Know
• Visit www.antennaweb.org to get help deciding what type of antenna to use to receive the local analog channels
available to you. By entering where you live, this mapping program tells you what local analog and digital stations
are available using a certain antenna.
• When you get to the Auto Channel Search screen in the Initial Setup, make sure you set the signal type for using
an analog signal source. (You can also choose
Both,
digital and analog). To complete a channel search now, go to
page 11.
• When you are ready to watch analog channels, make sure you are tuned to the analog input. Press the ANTENNA
button to tune to the analog input. Go to page 13 for more information.
What You Need
• Antenna (“rabbit ears”) or outdoor antenna with coaxial cable. Plug the antenna
or coaxial cable from the wall outlet into the ANTENNA/CABLE ANALOG INPUT
to receive analog channels.
OR
• Coaxial cable from a cable outlet. Plug the coaxial cable from the source outlet
into the ANTENNA/CABLE ANALOG INPUT to receive cable channels.
or
Receiving Analog Channels
Coaxial cable
Indoor or Outdoor
Antenna
ANTENNA
button
When using both of these jacks, use the ANTENNA button on the
remote to toggle between the digital and analog signals.
Connections & Setup
6 Chapter 1

Choose Your Connection
There are several ways to connect your TV, depending on the devices you want to connect
and the quality of the signal you want to achieve. Connections will vary according to the
types of outputs jacks the devices you want to connect can accommodate.
S-Video
Connectio
n
Back of TV
INPUT
button
Go to page 5 for
instructions on
getting a signal.
Viewing the Picture from the Connected Device
The device in this example, a DVD player, is connected to the TV’s S-Video and audio
jacks located on the TV. To view this device:
1. Turn on the TV and the DVD player.
2. Use the INPUT button on the remote control to toggle through the Video Input
Channels until you see
S
VID
displayed in the channel banner.
VID displayed in the channel banner.VID
Remember:
If you use the
S-Video connection described
here
,
you cannot use
the Video jack for a connection at the same ti
me
.
ANTENNA/CABLE
ANALOG INPUT
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
VIDEO IN
ANTENNA/CABLE
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
INPUT
L R
AUDIO
VIDEO
OUTPUT
S-VIDEO
OUT
S-VIDEO
IN
L R
AUDIO
L R
AUDIO
DVD player
2
3
Chapter 1 7
Connections & Setup

Audio cables
S-Video cable
Connecting the Device
This connection allows you to connect a device that has an S-Video jack, such as a DVD
player. S-Video provides a clearer picture than the Video jack. Refer to the illustration below
which uses S-Video and audio cables.
Using the example of a DVD player:
1. Connect your cable and/or antenna as described on page 5.
2.
Connect your S-Video cables.
S-
Video cables fi t into a special shaped ja
ck
which is labeled S-Video.
Connect the S-Video
cable to the jack on the TV and the jack on the DVD player.
3. Connect your audio cables.
Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the R and L Audio jacks on the TV and to the
audio output jacks on the
D
V
D pla
yer
.
Just match the colors.
Connections & Setup
8 Chapter 1

Using the Side Jacks
Viewing the Picture from the Connected Device
The device in this example, a video game console, is connected to the
TV’s video and audio jacks located on the side of the TV. To view the
video game console:
1. Turn on the TV and the video game console.
2. Use the INPUT button on the remote control to toggle through the
Video Input Channels until you see
FR
NT
FRNT FR
displayed in the channel
banner.
Audio/Video
Connecting the Device
This connection allows you to connect a device such as a video game console, that has
Audio/Video jacks. Refer to the illustration below which uses audio and video cables.
Using the example of a video game console:
1. Connect your cable and/or antenna as described on page 5.
2.
Connect your video cable.
Video cables are usually yellow. Connect the Video cable to the Video jack on the side
of the TV and the jack on the video game console.
3. Connect your audio cables.
Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the R and L Audio jacks on the side of the
TV and to the audio output jacks on the video game console.
Just match the colors.
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Side of TV
Go to page 5 for
instructions on
getting a signal.
2
3
INPUT
button
Video Game Console
Chapter 1 9
Connections & Setup

Plug in the TV
Plug the end of the power cord into a grounded wall outlet. Insert the plug completely into
the outlet.
Put Batteries in the Remote
• Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the remote by pushing down
and sliding off the cover.
• Insert 2 fresh “AA” batteries. Make sure the polarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly to the
diagram inside the battery compartment.
• Replace the cover.
OK button
Arrow
buttons
How to Use the Remote Control to
Complete the Initial Setup
The technical term is “Navigation” - how you move through the
on-screen menus. The method is the same throughout the menu
screens: highlight your choice and select it.
To highlight a menu item, press the arrow buttons on the remote to
highlight one of the items listed on the screen. Use the up or down
arrow button to move up or down. Use the right or left arrow button
to move right or left.
To select the item that you’ve highlighted, press OK.
Note:
Highlighted means that the menu item stands out from
Note: Highlighted means that the menu item stands out from Note:
other menu items on the list (appears darker, brighter or a
different color).
Turn on the TV
Press ON•OFF on the remote, or press POWER on the TV’s front
panel.
Connections & Setup
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Auto Ch. Search ...
List & Labels ...
Closed Caption ...
Favorite CH ...
Language English...
Auto. format 4:3
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Digital Sig. Type Antenna...
Start Running...
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Analog Channel 0
Digital Channel 0
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
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Closed Caption ...
Favorite CH ...
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Complete the Initial Setup
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
is the fi rst menu you should see when you turn on
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH is the fi rst menu you should see when you turn on AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
the TV. (It is located from this path
Ma
in Menu/
S
in Menu/Sin Menu/
etup/
Setup/S
A
etup/Aetup/
uto Ch
S
earch
SearchS
). It allows
the TV to search for all channels viewable through your digital and analog
connections. This is sometimes called auto programming.
1. From the Auto Channel Search menu press the right arrow button to choose
the
Signal Source
(
Signal Source (Signal Source
Digital, Analog,
(Digital, Analog, (
or
Both
or Bothor
). The default is
Both.
2. With the
Signal Source
chosen, press the down arrow button to select
Signal Source chosen, press the down arrow button to select Signal Source
Start
and press OK.
A
UTO CHANNEL SEARCH
runs as it fi nds all the available
UTO CHANNEL SEARCH runs as it fi nds all the available UTO CHANNEL SEARCH
channels. (This step might take 10-15 minutes depending on your content
provider).
3. Once the search is complete, you can begin watching TV. For information
on customizing your channels or menu options, go to Chapter 3.
Note:
After you complete the Auto Channel Search you may see an
Note: After you complete the Auto Channel Search you may see an Note:
additional screen. “Time stored in the TV may be incorrect after a
loss of power. Please check the time in the Time menu” may appear,
reminding you that the time setting is incorrect. Go to page 34 for more
information.
Choose the Menu Language
To set the language, use the arrow buttons to highlight
Language
. The default
language is
English
. To choose another language, press the right arrow button
on the remote, choose the language and press OK.
Continues on next page...
Tuning to a Channel
Analog station numbers display on your TV in a rectangle as you enter the numbers. You can
enter digits to access a channel. In the example below, you can enter 12 or 012 to get the
same channel. To enter a one-digit channel, such as channel 8, just press 8. After entering the
channel
, press OK.
The CLEAR button on the remote clears all entries.
Digital channels can have both primary channels (like the analog channel number) and
subchannels. Digital station numbers display in a larger rectangle that can contain up to eight
numbers. Numbers to the left of the - (dash) are the main channel number; numbers to the
right are the subchannel numbers for stations that broadcast more than one signal.
In the example to the left, press “1”, press “2” (although 012 is shown in the example,
pressing “0” isn’t required) and then press the right arrow button to move to the subchannel.
Press “1” and then “OK.” The TV tunes to channel 12-1. If channel 12 is broadcasting
subchannel signals, you would enter numbers that would access the other signals. (Example:
12-1, 12-2, 12-3). If the selection times out, you must start over. Once you’ve made all entries
,
press OK.
The CLEAR button on the remote clears all entries.
Notes:
You may experience a delay of several seconds before digital pictures appear,
Notes: You may experience a delay of several seconds before digital pictures appear, Notes:
both when you fi rst turn on the digital signals and when you change channels. This is
normal. Digital channels sometimes take longer to tune.
Chapter 1 11
Connections & Setup
_12
Analog channel
example entry
012-1_ _
Digital channel
example entry

Tuning to a Channel (continued)
Some channels might have been found during the channel search that are unavailable to
view and you might want to get rid of these so they don’t appear as you change channels.
To do this go to Main Menu/Setup Menu/List & Labels. Note that removing channels from
your channel list may be time consuming, so you might want to do it later. Go to page 29 for
details on editing your channel list.
What to Expect
Watching TV
•
Remember:
If you have an analog signal connected to your ANTENNA/CABLE ANALOG
INPUT, then view analog channels on your Analog Input. (The ANTENNA button on the
remote tunes to the analog/digital inputs). Analog channels are sent in a 4:3 format. You
can press the left arrow/ZOOM- and right arrow/ZOOM+ buttons on the remote to choose
different screen formats (4:3, 16:9 or stretch). This is also known as the aspect ratio. Go to
page 33 for examples of screen formats.
•
Remember:
If you have a digital signal connected to your ANTENNA/CABLE DIGITAL
INPUT, then view digital channels on your Digital Input. (The ANTENNA button on the
remote tunes to the analog/digital inputs). Most digital channels are sent in a 16:9 format;
it depends on how the station is formatting the video. If so, you’ll see gray or black
bars at the top and bottom of the screen. You can press the left arrow/ZOOM- and right
arrow/ZOOM+ buttons to choose different screen formats (4:3, 16:9 or stretch). This is
also known as the aspect ratio.
Note:
Digital stat
ions in native 4:3 format (you’ll see black or gray bars on the sides of the
picture sent as part of the signal from the broadcaster) might not
have this function.
picture sent as part of the signal from the broadcaster) might not have this function. picture sent as part of the signal from the broadcaster) might not
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Note:
If you need to
Note: If you need to Note:
replace your remote, call
1-800-338-0376. A
shipping and handling
fee will be charged
upon ordering, and the
appropriate sales tax. Have
your Visa, MasterCard or
Discover Card ready.
Your remote part number
is R130A1.
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Remote Buttons
ANTENNA
Tunes to digital and/or analog channel sources. Refer to page 5
for a full description.
Arrow
buttons
Arrow buttonsArrow
(
,
,)
Use to highlight different items in the TV menu.
(
/ZOOM-,
/
ZOOM
+
)
Adjust the menu controls. During normal TV viewing,
changes the screen format (aspect ratio). The zoom status appears momentarily.
Refer to page 33 for more information about different formats.
(0-9) Number buttons
Enter channel numbers (refer to the previous page), time
settings (refer to page 34), labels (refer to page 29) and notepad messages (refer
to page 35).
CC
Toggles closed captioning on and off when closed-caption menu option is
turned on.
CH + or CH -
Scans up or down through all the available stations on analog
and/or digital connections. Press once to change the channel up or down; press
and hold to continuously change channels.
CLEAR
Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns you to
normal TV viewing.
FAV (Favorite)
Press to browse the channels in your
Favorite List
. Refer to page
32 for more information.
GO BACK
Returns you to the previous channel or menu.
INFO
Brings up the channel banner. Press again to remove. Refer to page 17
for more information.
INPUT
Toggles through the available Video Input Channels (
VID1, FRNT,
S
VID
and current channel).
MENU
Brings up the
MAIN MENU
system.
MUTE
Reduces the TV’s volume to its minimum level. Press again to restore
the volume.
OK/FREEZE
When in the menu system, selects highlighted items. FREEZE is
available only on some models.
ON•OFF
Turns the TV on and off.
PRESETS
Resets picture options to original factory settings.
SKIP
Press once before changing channels; watch the screen for the
SKIP
box (
SKIP box ( SKIP
SKIP 00:30
) to appear. Press the SKIP button again - 30 seconds
will appear. Enter the new channel number. The TV will change to the new
channel and return to the original channel in 30 seconds. Press repeatedly to
add more time.
SLEEP
Allows you to activate/deactivate the sleep timer by taking you to the
Sleep Timer
menu. Refer to page 34.
Sleep Timer menu. Refer to page 34.Sleep Timer
SOUND
Press to select one of the fi ve sound settings when viewing analog
signals (
Standard, Music, Speech, Theatre
or
Personal
or Personalor
). Refer to page 25 for more
Personal). Refer to page 25 for more Personal
information.
VOL - or VOL +
Decreases or increases the TV’s volume.

Using the INPUT Button
Use the INPUT button to scroll through the available Video Input Channels to 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 Channel
and view the component.
3. To return to the previous channel, continue pressing INPUT.
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DIGITAL
INPUT
Lets you connect a coaxial (RF) cable to receive digital
programming through your cable provider. Receive off-air digital programming via an
antenna. Refer to page 5 for more details.
VIDEO IN
Lets you connect devices which have Audio/Video (composite) outputs
such as VCRs, DVD players, satellite receivers, cable boxes, camcorders and video
game consoles. Connect the left and right audio jacks for sound.
•
VIDEO
Provides composite video connection. The video connector is usually
yellow.
•
AUDIO-
L
Provides left audio connection. The left audio connector is usually
white.
•
AUDIO-
R
Provides right audio connection. The right audio connector is usually
R Provides right audio connection. The right audio connector is usually R
red.
To access the device when using these jacks, use the INPUT button on your remote
until
VID1
appears.
-
OR
-
S-VIDEO
Lets you connect external devices which have S-Video outputs such as:
VCRs, DVD players, satellite receivers and cable boxes. Connect the left and right audio
jacks for sound. Refer to page 7 for a detailed explanation of how to connect S-Video
cables to your TV.
•
AUDIO-
L
Provides left audio connection. The left audio connector is usually
white.
•
AUDIO-
R
Provides right audio connection. The right audio connector is usually
R Provides right audio connection. The right audio connector is usually R
red.
To access the device when using these jacks, use the INPUT button on your remote
until
S
VID
appears.
VID appears.VID
Remember:
If you use the
S-Video connection described
here
,
you cannot use the
VIDEO IN connection at the same ti
me
.
Explanation of Jacks
This section describes the jacks you can use to make connections. There are several
combinations available to connect devices to your TV.
ANTENNA/CABLE
ANALOG INPUT
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
VIDEO IN
ANTENNA/CABLE
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
INPUT
L R
AUDIO
VIDEO
OUTPUT
S-VIDEO
OUT
S-VIDEO
IN
L R
AUDIO
L R
AUDIO
ANALOG
INPUT
Lets you connect a coaxial (RF) cable to receive analog
programming through your cable provider. Receive off-air programming via an
antenna. Refer to page 5 for more details.
Use the ANTENNA button to toggle between these RF inputs.
ANTENNA/CABLE
ANALOG INPUT
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
VIDEO IN
ANTENNA/CABLE
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
INPUT
L R
AUDIO
VIDEO
OUTPUT
S-VIDEO
OUT
S-VIDEO
IN
L R
AUDIO
L R
AUDIO
ANTENNA/CABLE
ANALOG INPUT
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
VIDEO IN
ANTENNA/CABLE
DIGITAL INPUT
ANTENNA/CABLE
ANALOG INPUT
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
VIDEO IN
ANTENNA/CABLE
DIGITAL INPUT
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The Front of Your TV
You can use the buttons and jacks on the front of your TV to operate many of the TV’s features.
FRONT
(INPUT)
These jacks are located on the side of the TV. Lets you connect
devices which have composite outputs such as VCRs, DVD players, satellite receivers,
cable boxes, video game consoles and camcorders.
•
VIDEO
Provides composite video connection. The video connector is usually
yellow.
•
AUDIO-
L
Provides left audio connection. The left audio connector is usually
white.
•
AUDIO-
R
Provides right audio connection. The right audio connector is usually
R Provides right audio connection. The right audio connector is usually R
red.
To access the device when using these jacks, use the INPUT button on your remote until
FRNT
appears.
FRNT appears.FRNT
Front Buttons
POWER
Turns the TV on and off.
POWER Turns the TV on and off.POWER
SENSOR
Receives infrared signals from the remote.
SENSOR Receives infrared signals from the remote.SENSOR
TV/VIDEO (INPUT
)
Mode
l 27V414T only
Chooses between TV programming and the
l 27V414T only Chooses between TV programming and the l 27V414T only
available Video Input Channels. Acts like the INPUT button on the remote.
MENU
Brings up the
MAIN MENU
. In the menu system, clears the screen.
MAIN MENU. In the menu system, clears the screen.MAIN MENU
VOLUME -/+
Decreases/increases the volume. In the menu system, acts like the left/right
arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls.
CHANNEL -/+
Scans up and down through the current channel list. In the menu system, acts
like the down/up arrow button on the remote control. Use to highlight items.
L AUDIO R
VIDEO
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Chapter 2: Using the TV’s Features
Channel Banner
There are several items that might appear on-screen when you press the INFO
button on the remote. This display is called the Channel Banner. The following
list describes the items on the Channel Banner screen.
SAP
Displayed when the current channel is broadcasting SAP (Second
SAP Displayed when the current channel is broadcasting SAP (Second SAP
Audio Program) information. Refer to page 25 for more information.
(lock) or
(unlock) for Parental Control (Refer to page 19).
• The lock icon is displayed when all
Parental Control
settings are
Parental Control settings are Parental Control
active.
• The unlock icon is displayed when all
Parental Control
settings are
deactivated.
KidPass: 08:30
Corresponds to the
KidPass: 08:30 Corresponds to the KidPass: 08:30
KidPass
function (refer to page 23).
KidPass function (refer to page 23). KidPass
Shows the amount of time left before the TV switches off.
CC
Displayed when Closed Captioning is available on the current channel.
CC Displayed when Closed Captioning is available on the current channel.CC
STEREO
or
(MONO)
or (MONO)or
STEREO
is d
STEREO is dSTEREO
isplayed when the current channel is
broadcasting in
stereo
.
MONO
is
displayed when the current channel is
broadcasting in
mono
.
Skip: 0:30
Corresponds to the SKIP button. Shows the amount of time left
Skip: 0:30 Corresponds to the SKIP button. Shows the amount of time left Skip: 0:30
before the TV switches back to the previous channel. (Refer to page 13).
07:18 am
Displays the current time.
07:18 am Displays the current time.07:18 am
The following
Channel Banner
display
is available for analog signals only:
display is available for analog signals only:display
11 CNN
Displays the current channel and label assigned to the channel.
11 CNN Displays the current channel and label assigned to the channel.11 CNN
The following
Channel Banner
display
is available for digital signals only:
English
Displays the audio language for digital programming. Go to the
Sound menu to choose your current and default language settings. Refer to
page 26 for more information.
11
-
2
Displays the current channel but does not display the channel label
2 Displays the current channel but does not display the channel label 2
that you entered in the
Lists and
Labels
screen.
Labels screen. Labels
Digital signals can contain the channel name and program description. If
available, look for that information to be displayed below the current channel
number.
X
Displayed when you MUTE the sound.
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Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.
Chapter 2 17
SAP KidPass: 08:30 CC
STEREO Skip: 0:30 07:18am
11 CNN X
English KidPass: 08:30 CC
STEREO Skip: 0:30 07:18am
11-2 X
DTV Program
DTV Program Description
Channel Banner menu for an
analog signal.
Channel Banner menu for
a digital signal.

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Parental Controls and V-Chip
The choices in the
USA V-CHIP
menu involve software inside your TV (referred to as V-Chip)
USA V-CHIP menu involve software inside your TV (referred to as V-Chip) USA V-CHIP
which allows you to block TV programs and movies based on violence, sex or other content you
may believe children should not view.
Once you block programs, you can unblock programs by entering a password.
By default, the software inside your TV is turned “off.” For instructions to turn on V-Chip, refer to
Activate Parental Control
below.
How V-Chip Works
V-Chip reads the program’s age-based rating (
TV-MA, TV-14
, etc.) and content themes
(Violence
(V), Adult Language (L)
, etc.). If you have blocked the rating and/or content themes that the
program contains, you will receive the message:
This channel has not been approved for viewing.
Change channel or press OK to enter password and temporarily deactivate the Parental Control.
Broadcasters are not required to provide content themes, so programs received with no content
themes will only be blocked if you block their age-based rating. You can also block out
programs that have been given a rating of Not Rated and programs that are considered unrated.
The TV age-based ratings and content themes you can block are identifi ed and explained in
detail in Chapter 4.
The following sections give you more details about how to change the status of TV program
limits.
PARENTAL CONTROL
Go Back
Lock
Settings ...
Change Passwrd
Parental Control is locked. A
password is now necessary
to change settings.
Activate Parental Control
Note:
The PASSWORD screen appears the fi rst time you enter the
Note: The PASSWORD screen appears the fi rst time you enter the Note:
Parental Control menu. Follow the on screen instructions to create your
PASSWORD using the number buttons on the remote. If you forget this
password, refer to the bottom of this page for instructions on how to
change the password.
This feature lets you activate and deactivate parental control features.
From the
PARENTAL CONTROL
menu, press the down arrow button to highlight
Lock
.
Press the right or left arrow button to activate (box has check mark) or deactivate
(box doesn’t have check mark)
PARENTAL CONTROL
features.
Remember: If you do not activate
Parental Control
(by locking it)
, none of
Parental Control features will take effect.
Resetting the Password
If you forget your password, you can reset it. Here is how to do it:
1. Make sure the TV is off.
2. Simultaneously press and hold VOL- on the TV’s front panel and CLEAR on
the remote for approximately 5 seconds.
3. Enter a new password the next time you access the
PARENTAL CONTROL
menu.
Using the TV’s Features