RCA 27V550 User manual

Television
User's Guide
Changing Entertainment.
TOCOM 161623

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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
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio interference .................................... 3
Important Stand and BaseSafety Information ................................................ 3
Use Indirect Light ............................................................................................... 3
Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV ....................................... 3
TV + DVD + VCR .............................................................................................................. 4
Using the VPORT Jack ..................................................................................................... 5
Explanation of Jacks ....................................................................................................... 6
The Front of Your TV ...................................................................................................... 7
Front Input Jacks ................................................................................................ 7
Front Panel Buttons ........................................................................................... 7
Plug in the TV .................................................................................................................. 7
Put batteries in the remote ........................................................................................... 7
How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup ................................ 8
Turn on the TV ................................................................................................................. 8
Complete the Initial Setup ............................................................................................. 8
Complete Auto Channel Search ........................................................................ 8
Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control
Button Descriptions for TV Mode .................................................................................. 9
Button Descriptions for DVD and VCR Modes .............................................................. 9
Using the INPUT Button ................................................................................... 10
Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components ....................................... 10
Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote ............................................... 10
Programming the Remote ............................................................................... 10
How to Use the Remote After You've Programmed It .................................. 12
Remote Control Codes................................................................................................. 12
Chapter 3: Using the TV's Features
Channel Banner ............................................................................................................ 14
Why You Should Use the Auto Tuning Feature ........................................................ 14
How to Set Up the Auto Tuning Feature ........................................................ 14
Parental Controls and V-Chip ..................................................................................... 15
How V-Chip Works ........................................................................................... 16
USA V-Chip Rating System ............................................................................... 16
Canadian English V-Chip Rating System ......................................................... 16
Canadian French V-Chip Rating System .......................................................... 17

Table of Contents
USA V-Chip TV Rating Limit ............................................................................. 18
Blocking Specific Content Themes .................................................................. 19
Viewing Specific Content Themes ................................................................... 19
Blocking Canadian V-Chip Ratings .................................................................. 20
V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ............................................................................... 20
V-Chip Exempt Program Block ......................................................................... 20
KidPass .............................................................................................................. 21
V-Chip Active .................................................................................................... 21
Front Panel Lock ............................................................................................... 21
Change Password ............................................................................................. 21
Chapter 4: Using the TV's Menu System
Sound Menu .................................................................................................................. 22
Picture Menu ................................................................................................................ 22
Setup Menu .................................................................................................................. 23
Parental Control Menu ................................................................................................ 24
Time Menu .................................................................................................................... 24
Chapter 5: Other Information
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................ 25
Care and Cleaning ........................................................................................................ 27
Limited Warranty ......................................................................................................... 27
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Things to Consider Before You Connect
Protect Against PowerSurges
* Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall OUtlet.
* Turn off the ]V and/or component before you connect or disconnect any cables.
* Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the important Safety Instructions
packed separatdy.
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.
Position Cables Properlyto AvoidAudioInterference
* Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack.
* If you place components above the lV, route all cables down the side of the back of the Winstead
of straight down the middle of the W.
* If your antenna uses 3OO-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil the cables. Also, keep the twin lead
cables away from audio/video cables.
Important Stand and Base Safety Information
Choose the location for your _ carefully. Place the ]V on a stand or base that isof adequate size and
strength to prevent the _[Vfrom being accidentally tipped over, pushed off, or pulled off. This could
cause perSonal injury and!or damage the _. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions packed
separately.
Use Indirect Light
Don't place the JV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen. Use soft or
indirect lighting.
Cables Needed to Connect Components to YourTV
The pictures below show the cables needed for the connections represented in this book.
Coaxial cable S_Video cable Audio/Video cables Component Video (Y,Pb,Pr) cables
Component video to VPORTcable Xbox to VPORTcable
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VCR TV(backpanel)
TV +DVD +VCR
* If you connect an S-Videocable, you must connect
the audio cables to the VIDEOI AUDIOjacks on the
back of the TV,not the VIDEO2AUDIOjacks.
I. Connect your DVDPlayer to your"IV.
A. Connect the audio {whiteand red)cablesto the VIDEO2 Rand L/MONOAUDIOjacks on the back
of the IV and to the Audio Output jacks on the DVDplayer.
B. ff your DVDplayer hasComponent Output Jacks{Y,Pb,Pr),connect three video gradecables to
the Y,Pb,Prjackson the DVDplayer and to the VIDEO2 Y,Pb,Prjacks on the back of the lV. If
your DVDplayer doesn't haveY,Pb,Prjacks,go to C.
-OR-
C. If your DVD player has an S-Video jack, connect an S-Video cable to the S-Video jack on the DVD
player and to the S-VIDEO IN jack on the back of the TV. If your DVD player doesn't have an
S-Video jack, go to D.
Note:If you connectanS-Videocable,you mustconnect theaudiocablesto theVIDEO1AUDIOjacks onthe beckof the
P_,not the VIDEO2AUDIOjacks.
lOR-
D, Connect a video eable (yellow) to the Video Output Jack on the DVD player and to the VIDEO 2
VIDEO jack on the back of the IV.
2. Connect your IV to your VCR
Connect a coaxial cable to the IV ANTjack on your IV and to the Output Jackon your VCR
(sometimeslabeled OUTTOIV).
Note.'lf your VCRhosA/Voutput jocks, youcan connect your lV toyour VCRusingaudio/video cablesfor betterquality
3. Make sure cable or antenna is connected to your VCR.
Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet or antenna to the antenna input on the VCR.
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Xbox TV(backpanel)
or Anteflna
Component video to
VPORT cable (not
supplied)
Xbox to VPORTcable
(not supplied)
Using the VPORT Jack
The VPORTjack lets you connect an XboxTM video game system to the IV using an
Xbox to VPORTcable (not provided). Go to page 29 to purchase the Xbox to VPORT
cable. You can also connect a component, such as a DVDplayer, that has
component video jacks (Y,Pb, Pr) using a Component video to VPORTcable (not
provided). When using the Component video to VPORTcable, make sure to connect
the left and right audio cables to the component in order for the IV to receive
sound.
Note:TheVPORTjockcannot beusedfor game consolesother th#n the)(boxvideogame
system.
1. Connect your IV to a DVD player
Use a Component video to VPORT cable (not provided) to connect your IV to
another component, such as a DVD player, that has Y, Pb, Pr jacks.
Connect the Component video to VPORT cable to the VPORT jack on the back
of the IV.
Connect the other ends of the Component video to VPORTcable to the
Y,Pb, Pr and the Audio Output Jacks on the back of the DVD.
-OR-
2. Connect your IV to an Xbox video game system
Connect the end of an Xbox to VPORTcable (not provided) labeled TVto the
VPORTjack on the back of the IV and the other end to the corresponding jack
on the back of the Xbox video game system.
Note:Ifyouhavean audioreceiver,youmight be abletoconnectadigitalaudiocableto the
digitalaudioj_ck that'sontheVPORTcable
Go to page 7
"Xbox is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries."
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Explanation of Jacks
This section describes the jacks you can use to make connections. There are several
ways to connect components to your _V.
VPORT Go to the previous page for VPORTexplanation.
TV ANT Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from the antenna,
cable, cable box, or if using the example on page 4, a VCR.
R I./MONO
AUDIO VIDEOS-VIDEOIN
RAUDIOL/MONOVIDEO
Pr Pb Y
R L
r_
VIDEO 1
VIDEO, AUDIO R and L/MONO Lets you connect a
component such as a VCR, DVD player, or laserdisc player.
• R (RIGHT) AUDIO Provides right audio connection. The
right audio connector is usually red.
•L/MONO AUDIO Provides left audio connection. The
left audio connector is usually white.
•VIDEO Provides composite video connection. The video
connector is usually yellow.
•S-VIDEO IN Providesbetter picture quality than the
video jacks becausethe color part of the signal is
separated from the black and white part of the picture.
When using S-VIDEOIN, makesureto connect left and
right audio cablesto the L/MONOand RAUDIO Input
jacks.
VIDEO2
VIDEO, AUDIO R and L/MONO and Y, Pb, Pr Lets you
connect a component video source, such as a DVD player.
•Y, Pb, Pr Provides optimum picture quality because the
video is separated into three signals. Use three video-
grade cables for the connection. When using VIDEO 2
Y, Pb, Pr, make sure to connect left and right audio cables
to the VIDEO 2 AUDIO Input jacks.
•R (RIGHT) AUDIO, L[MONO and VIDEO Their
description is the same as VIDEO I.
AUDIO OUTPUT Lets you connect an amplifier or audio
receiver for improved sound quality.
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AUDIO
H-PHONE L_ONO R VIDEO
The Front of Your TV
Front Input Jacks
The lV has front input jacks for your convenience: one set of
audio/video inputs and a headphone jack. These jacks are
towards the front of the W on the side. To access the
component you connected to the front of the ]V, press the
INPUT button on your remote until FRNTappears on the
screen. The jacks are ideal for connecting a video game
console or a eameorder.
Note:Whenconnecting aeomponent thet hasonlyoneaudiojack,
suchassomecamcorders,usethe TV'sAUDIOL/MONOjeck to hear
tile audio.
H-PHONE Allows you to connect headphones to listen to
the sound earning from the W.
L/MONO and R AUDIO Receives audio from another
component such as a VCR, eameorder, or video game console.
VIDEO Receives video from another component such as a
VCR, eameorder, or video game console.
Front Panel Buttons
If you cannot locate your remote, you can use the front panel buttons of your IV
to operate many of the lV's features.
MENU Brings up the Main menu.
CH v Scans down through the current channel list. In the menu system, acts like
the down arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls.
CH ^Scans up through the channel list. In the menu system, acts like the up
arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls.
VOL < Decreases the volume. In the menu system, acts like the left arrow button
on the remote control and adjusts menu controls.
VOL > Increases the volume. In the menu system, acts like the right arrow button
on the remote control and adjusts menu controls.
POWER Turnsthe 1Von and off.
Plug in the TV
Plug the end of the power cord into agrounded 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 on and sliding off the coven
* Insert 2 "AAA" fresh batteries. Make sure the polarities (+ and -) are aligned
correctly.
* Replace the coven
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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 meansthat the menu item stands out from other
menu itemson thelist (appearsdarker,brighter,or adifferent color]
Turn on the TV
Press IV on the remote, or press POWER on the Iv's front
panel.
Note:PressingtheWbutton notonly turns on the _, but puts the
remoteinto Wmode. "TVmode"meansthat thebuttons on the
remotecontroloperatethe 1V'sfunction&
Complete the Initial Setup
The menu systemin your 1Vallows the IV's features to work
properly. Thefirst time you turn on your IV, the 5ETUPsereen
appearswith Language highlighted. Thedefault language is
English.Tochoose another language, pressthe right arrow
button on the remote.
Complete Auto Channel Search
This part of the setup allows the IV to search for all channels
viewable through your antenna or cable IV system. This is
sometimes called auto programming.
1. Highlight Auto Ch. Search and press OK.
2. The Signal Type option is set to Cable. To change the
option to Antenna, press the right arrow button and then
press OK.
3. Press the down arrow button to highlight Start. Press OK
to begin the auto channel search.
Once the search is complete, you can begin watching IV. For
information on customizing your channels or menu options,
go to Chapter 4.
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Indicator Button Descriptions for IV Mode
Arrows Used to highlight different items in the Wmenu and to adjust the menu
controls.
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 time 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.
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.
INPUT Toggles through the available input sources (VlD1/SVlD1, VlD2!CVlD2,
FRNT,VPORTand current channel).
MENU Brings up the Main menu.
MUTE Reduces the lV's volume to its minimum level. Press again to restore the
volume.
OK When in the menu system, selects highlighted items.
ONeOFF When in IV mode, turns the IV on and off. If in another mode (VCR,
DVD, etc.) and programmed, will turn the component on and off.
PRESETS Brings upsound and picture presets.
SKIP Press once before changing channels and the W will wait 30 seconds before
returning to the original channel. Press repeatedly to add more time.
11/ Turns on the Wand puts the remote in TV mode. Also displays current status.
VPORT Tunes the ]V to the VPORT input channel. You can program this button
to control a VCR or DVD player. When programmed, changes the mode of the
remote when the button is pressed. To restore the VPORT button to factory default
mode (unprogrammed), press and hold VPORT,then press I, O, O,and O.
VOL - or VOL + Decreases or increases the W'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 TVNCR button.
DVD Puts the remote in DVD mode and, if auto tuning is enabled, will turn on
the IV and tune to the correct video input channel.
GUIDE If you're operating another component that has a guide, this button
accesses the on-screen Guide.
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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 W.
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.
/
DVDand
VCRbuttons
VPORT/
button
/
REVERSE
and PLAY
buttons
_ii,i!_!i _i_ii_!i!!_'
i_: ¸
il
i!:iiiil
_ON,OFF
button
, STOP
button
You'll usethese buttons when
programming the remote.
Programming the Remote to Operate Other
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 Prosean
components.
Note:The?Vhutton con't beprogrommed onthis remote.
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
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UsingAutomaticCodeSearch
Thefollowing instructions can be usedto program the remote to operate your
components. If you want to stop the automatic code searchwithout programming
any of your components, pressCLEARuntil the indicator on the remote turns off.
1. Turnon the component you want to operate (VCRor DVDplayer)
2. Pressand hold the component button you want to program (VCR,DVD,or
VPORT).While holding the component button, pressand hold ONoOFEuntil the
indicator on the remote turns on, then releaseboth buttons.
3. Point the remote at the component. Pressand release PLAY,then wait 5
seconds or until the indicator on the remote stops flashing.
At this point the remote is searching for the correct code to program. If, after 5
seconds, the component you want to operate does not turn off, press PlAY
again to tell the remote to search the next set of codes.
Continue pressing PLAY until the component turns off or you have searched
through all of the codes. There are 20 total sets of codes. If the component
does not turn off after pressing PlAY 20 times, then the remote can't be
programmed to operate that component.
If the component you want to control does turn off:
1. Pressand release REVERSE,then wait 2 seconds. Repeat this step until the
component 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. Pressand 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. PressONeOFF to see if the component
responds to the command. If it doesn't, try pressing the component button and
then ONeOFF 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.
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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 _V, you would press the ]V button to put the remote
into ]V mode before you could operate the W.
I. Pressthe appropriate component button (DVD, VCR,VPORT) to set the remote
to operate the component.
2. PressONoOFF to turn the component ON or OFF.
3. Use the remote buttons that apply to that component.
Notes:
Theremotemoy not becompotible with ell brondsend modelsof components.It olso
moy not opereteoll functions of theremotethetcome with yourcomponent:
If you keeppressingbuttons endnothing hoppens,theremoteisproboblyin the
wrong mode.Youmust pressthecomponentbutton thet motchesthe component
you wont tooperote(i.e.,if you wont tooperotetheVCR,pressVCRontheremote
control toput theremotein VCRmode.)
VCRCodes
Remote Control Codes
Programmablefor VCRand VPORTbuttons.
Admi]al .................................................................................... 2132 Emerson ............................. 2012,2014,201S, 2021,2024,2025,
Adventm'a ................................................................................ 2026 .......... 2026.2029.2030,2031,2032,2033,2034.203S, 2036,
Aiko .......................................................................................... 2027 .......... 2037, 2038, 2039, 2040, 2041, 2042,2044, 2045, 2046,
Aiwa ......................................................................................... 2026 ............................................ 2047,2065,2113,2118,2117,2130
Akai ................. 2003, 2004, 2O0S, 2007, 2008, 2111, 21t2, 2113 Fisher ............. 2011, 2023, 204a, 2049, 2050, 20Sl, 2052, 2118
American High ........................................................................ 2021 Fuji ................................................................................. 2021, 2119
Asha ......................................................................................... 2013 Funai ........................................................................................ 2026
Audio Dynamics ........................................................... 2009, 2010 Oarrard ..................................................................................... 2026
Audi0vox ................................................................................. 2014 0E ....................................................................... 2000,2001,2013,
Bell _ Howell ........................................................................... 2011 ............................................. 2021, 2022, 2OS3, 21IS, 2120. 2t31
Beaumark ................................................................................. 2013 0oldstar ................................................... 2009,2014,2018,20S4
B]oksonic ...................................................................... 2012,2025 0]adiente ................................................................................. 2026
Calix ......................................................................................... 2014 Harley Davidson ..................................................................... 2026
Candle ..................................................... 2013, 2014, 201S, 2016, Harman Ka]don ...................................................................... 2009
............................................................................. 2017. 2018, 2019 Hat.rood .................................................................................. 2061
Canon .................................................................. 2021,2022,2t14 Headqua]_er .............................................................................. 2011
Capeha_ ......................................................................... 2020,2110 Hitachi ......................................................................... 2055,20S6,
Calwer ....................................................................................... 2062 ......................................................... 2057,2107,2111,2120,2122
CCE ................................................................................ 2027, 2061 Hi-Q .......................................................................................... 2023
Citizen ........................................................................... 2013, 2014, Instant Replay ......................................................................... 2021
............................................. 20tS, 2016,2017,2018,20t9,2027 JCL ............................................................................................ 2021
Colo]tyme ................................................................................ 2009 JCPenney ................................................ 2009, 20t0, 2011, 2013,
Colt ........................................................................................... 2061 ...................................................... 20t4,2021,2022,205S, 2056,
Craig ......................................................... 2013,2014,2023,2061 ........................................................ 2058,2059,2060,2107,21t8
Cm_is-Mathes .................................................... 2000, 2009, 2013, Jensen ................................................................. 20SS, 20S6, 2tit
................................... 2016,20t8,2021,2022,2024,211S, 2131
Cybernex ................................................................................. 2013
Daewoo .......... 201S, 2017,2019,202S, 2026,2027,2028,2110
Daytron ..................................................................................... 2110
DBX ................................................................................ 2009,20_0
Dimensia ........................................................................ 2000,2131
Dyna_ch .................................................................................. 2026
JVC ....................................... 2009,2010,2011,2018,2111,2123
Kenwood .................... 2009,2010,2011,20t6,2018,211t,2123
KLH ........................................................................................... 2061
Kodak ............................................................................ 2014,2021
Lloyd ........................................................................................ 2028
Logik ........................................................................................ 2061
LXI ............................................................................................ 2014
EIectrohome ................................................................. 2014,2029 Magnavox ........................................................ 2021,2022,2062,
E]ectrophonic .......................................................................... 2014 ........................................................ 2063,2104,210S, 2108,2124
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VCR Codes continued
Magnin ................................................................................... 2013
MaranM ..,..,.. 2009, 2010, 2Rll, 2016, 2018, 2021, 2062, 2064
Marta ...................................................................................... 2014
Masushita .............................................................................. 2021
Mei ......................................................................................... 2021
Memore× ,..,.. 2011, 2013, 2014, 2021, 2023, 2026, 2104, 2132
MGA .................................................................. 2029, 2065, 2113
MGN Technology .................................................................. 2013
Midland .................................................................................. 2063
MinoRa ............................................................. 2055, 2056, 2107
Mitsubishi ............ 2029, 2055, 2066, 2066, 2066, 2067, 2068,
........... 2069, 2070, 2071, 2072, 2073, 2074, 2106, 2113, 2123
TEAt ..................................................................... 2026, 2086, 2111
Technics .......................................................................... 202I, 2109
Teknika ........................................... 2014, 2021, 2026, 2100, 2129
TMK ...................................................................... 20t3, 2024, 2047
Toshiba ....................... 2016, 2049, 2051, 2066, 2065, 2093, 2116
Totevsion ........................................................................ 2013, 2014
Unitech ....................................................................................... 2013
Vectm Research ........................................ 2009, 2010, 2016, 2016
Victor ......................................................................................... 2010
Video Concepts ............................... 2009, 2010, 2015, 2016, 2113
Videosonic ................................................................................. 2013
Wards ........................................................ 2013, 2014, 2016, 2021,
Montgomery Ward .................................................... 2075, 2132 ........................................... 2023, 2026, 2029, 2055, 2056, 2061,
Motorola ..................................................................... 2021, 2132 .................................... 2096, 2101, 2102, 2103, 2107, 2116, 2132
MTC ............................................................................. 2013,2126
Multiteeh .................................... 2013, 2016, 2026, 2053, 2061
NEC ............................................... 2009, 2010, 2011,2016, 2018,
............................................ 2064, 2076, 2078, 2079, 2111, 2123
Nikko ...................................................................................... 2014
NobIex .................................................................................... 2013
Olympus ................................................................................. 2021
Optimus ....................................................................... 2014,2132
Opt0nica ................................................................................ 2096
Panasonic ......................... 2021, 2022, 2t09, 2125, 2126, 2127
Pemtax .......................................... 2016, 2055, 2056, 2107, 2120
Pentex Research .................................................................... 2018
Phileo ..................................................... 2021,2022,2062,2063
Philips .................................................... 2021,2062,2096,2124
PiIot ........................................................................................ 2014
Pioneer ........................................ 2010,2066,2080,2081,2123
Portland .................................................. 2016,2017,2019,2110
Ploscan ............................................................. 2000,2001,2131
Plotec ..................................................................................... 2061
Pulsar ..................................................................................... 2104
Quartel. ................................................................................... 2011
Quartz ..................................................................................... 2011
Quasar ............................................................... 2021,2022,2125
RCA ...................... 2000,2001,2003,2013,2021,2055,2056,
.................. 2082,2083,2084,2085,2086,2087,2088,2089,
....................... 2090,2091,2102,2116,2120,2126,2131,2133
Radioshack[Reatistic ............................ 2011, 2013, 2014, 2021,
.................... 2022,2023,2026,2029,2049,2050,2R96,2132
Radix ...................................................................................... 2014
Randex ................................................................................... 2014
Ricoh ...................................................................................... 2128
Runco ..................................................................................... 2104
Samsung ........................... 2005,2013,2015,2033,2053,2112
Sanky ........................................................................... 2104,2132
Sansui ..................................................... 2010,2092,2111,2123
Sanyo ................................................................ 201t,2013,2023
Scott ............ 2012, 2015, 2025, 2032, 2038, 2065, 2093, 2116
Sears ............................................ 2Oll, 2014,202t,2023,2048,
............................... 2049,2050,2051,2066,2066,2107,2118
Sharp ..................... 2017,2029,2094,2095,2096,2097,2132
Shin_om ................................................. 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
XR-1000 .............................................................. 202I, 2026, 2061
Yamaha ............................................. 2009, 20t0, 2oli, 2018, 2111
Zenith ............................................... 2004, 2098, 2104, 2119, 2128
DVD codes
Programmablefor DVDand VPORTbuttons.
Aiwa ........................................................................................... 3009
Apex ................................................................................ 3023,3024
GE ............................................................................................... 3000
Hitachi ....................................................................................... 3008
JVC .................................................................................. 3002,3010
Konka ............................................................................... 30tt,3012
Magnavox .................................................................................3003
Mi_uhishi .................................................................................. 3004
Panasonie .................................................................................. 3ot3
PhiIips ....................................................... 3003,3019,3021,3022
Pioneer ....................................................................................... 3005
Pmsean ...................................................................................... 3000
RCA ................................................................................. 3000,3001
Samsung .................................................................................... 3025
Sanyo ......................................................................................... 3014
Sony ..................................................................... 3006,3016,3016
Toshiba ................................................................. 3007,3017,3020
Zenith ......................................................................................... 3018
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Channel Banner
There are several items that might appear on-screen when
you press the IV or INFO button on the remote. This display is
called the Channel Banner. The following list describes the
items on the Channel Banner screen (left to right and top to
bottom).
SAP
KidPass: 2:24
Stereo or Mono
Skip: 0:30
07:18 am
06ABCDEF
_x
Displayed when the current channel
is broadcasting SAP (Second Audio
Program) information.
Displayed when V-Chip has been
activated.
Displayed when KidPass is set and the
length of time remaining.
Displayed when Closed Captioning is
available on the current channel
Stereo displayed when the current
channel is broadcasting in stereo.
Mono displayed when the current
channel is broadcasting in mono.
Corresponds to the SKIP button.
Shows the amount of time Ieft before
the IV switches back to the previous
channel.
Displays the current time.
Displays the current channel and
label assigned to the channel.
Displayed when you mute the sound.
Why You Should Use the Auto Tunin9Feature
The auto tuning feature tunes the IV to the correct channel for different
components you have connected to your IV (like a VCR, DVD player, etc.). When
you set up auto tuning in the menu system you don't have to remember to change
your IV to channel 3, for example, when you want to watch the tape in your VCR.
How to Set Up the Auto Tuning Feature
The way you set up the auto tuning feature in the IV's menu corresponds to the
component buttons on the remote and the way you have each component
connected to your IV. When you set up auto tuning, you're telling the IV what
channel to tune to when you press the VCR or DVD button on the remote control.
1. Press MENU (the MAIN MENUappears).
2. Highlight Setup and press OK on your remote control.
3. Highlight Auto Tuningand pressOK.
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4. Choose which channel you want to set:
Set VCRI Lets you set up the channel the IV tunes to when you press the VCR
button.
Set VCR2 Not available with your remote control.
Set SAT/CABLE Not available with your remote control.
Set DVD Lets you set up the channel the IV tunes to when you press the DVD
button.
5. Pressthe right arrow button to select the choice that matches the way you
have the component connected to this IV.
The choices and a brief explanation follow:
N/A Choosethis if you don't have this particular component
connected to the IV, or if you don't want the IV to
automatically tune to the correct channel when you're using
this component.
CHO2(SATICABLEonly- Not available with your remote
control).
CH03 or04 Component is connected to the IV ANT jack on
the back of the IV, and you want the IV to tune to channel 3
or 4 when you press the corresponding button on the
remote. Reminder: make sure the eomponent's Channel 3/4
switch is set to the appropriate channel.
VID1 Component is connected to the VIDEO 1 VIDEO or
S-VIDEO IN jack on the back of the IV and you want the IV
to tune to a video input channel when you press the
corresponding button.
VID2 Component is connected to the VIDEO 2 VIDEO or
Y, Pb,Pr jacks on the back of the IV and you want the IV to
tune to a video or component video input channel when you
press the corresponding button.
FRNT(FrontVideolnput} Component is connected to the
VIDEO jack on the front of the IV and you want the IV to
tune to the front video input channel when you press the
corresponding button.
Parental Controls and V-Chip
The choices in the USA V-CHIP menu involve software inside your IV (referred to as
V-Chip) which allows you to block IV 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 IV is turned "off." For instructions to turn on
V-Chip, go to page 21.
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How V-Chip Works
V-Chip reads the program's age-based rating (]_/-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 channelhas not
been approved for viewing. Change channe! 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 follow:
USAV-Chip Rating System
TV-MA (Mature Audience Only) Specifically designed to he viewed by adults and may
be unsuitable for children under 17. It contains one or more of the following content
themes: crude indecent language (L), explicit sexual activity iS), or graphic violence (V).
TV-14 (Parents Strongly Cautioned) Contains some material that many parents would
find unsuitable for children under 14. Parents are strongly urged to exercise greater
care in monitoring this program and are cautioned against letting children under the
age of 14 watch unattended. This program contains one or more of the following
content themes: intensely suggestive dialogue (D), strong coarse language (L), intense
sexual situations (S), or intense violence (V).
TV-PG (Parental Guidance Suggested) Contains material that parents may find
unsuitable for younger children. Many parents may want to watch it with their
younger children. The program contains one or more of the following content themes:
some suggestive dialogue (D), infrequent coarse language (L), some sexual situations (S),
or moderate violence (V).
TV-G (General Audience) Most parents would find this program suitable for all ages. It
contains little or no sexual dialogue (D) or situations iS), no strong language (L),and
little or no violence (V).
W-Y7 (Directed to Children 7 years and older) Designed for children ages 7 and
above. It may be more appropriate for children who have acquired the developmental
skills needed to distinguish between make-believe and reality. Themes and elements in
this program may include mild fantasy violence (FV) or comedic violence, or may
frighten children under the age of 7.
TV-Y (All Children) Themes and elements in this program are designed for a young
audience, including children from ages 2-6. It is not expected to frighten younger
children.
Canadian English V-Chip Rating System
18+ (Adults) Programming intended for adults 18 and older. It may contain elements
of violence, language, and sexual content which could make it unsuitable for viewers
under 18. Violence Guidelines: May contain violence integral to the development of the
plot, character or theme, intended for adult audiences. Other Content Guidelines: May
contain graphic language and explicit portrayals of nudity andlor sex.
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14+ (Viewers 14 and over) Programming contains themes or content which may not be
suitable for viewers under the age of 14. Parents are strongly cautioned to exercise
discretion in permitting viewing by pre-teens and early teens. Violence Guidelines: May
contain intense scenes of violence. Could deal with mature themes and societal issues in a
realistic fashion. Other Content Guidelines: May contain scenes of nudity and!or sexual
activity. There could be frequent use of profanity.
PG (Parental Guidance} Programming intended for a general audience but which may not
be suitable for younger children (under the age of 8). Parents may consider some content
inappropriate for unsupervised viewing by children aged 8-13. Violence Guidelines:
Depictions of conflict andlor aggression will be limited and moderate; may include physical,
fantasy, or supernatural violence. Other Content Guidelines: May contain infrequent mild
profanity, or mildly suggestive language. Could also contain brief scenes of nudity.
G (General Audience) Programming considered acceptable for all ages groups. While not
designed specifically for children, it is understood younger viewers may be part of the
audience. Violence Guidelines: Will contain very little violence, either physical or verbal or
emotional. Will be sensitive to themes which could frighten a younger child, will not depict
realistic scenes of violence which minimize or gloss over the effects of violent acts. Other
Content Guidelines: There may be some inoffensive slang, no profanity and no nudity.
C8+ (Children 8 and Older) Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8
years and over to watch on their own. Violence Guidelines: Violence will not be portrayed
as the preferred, acceptable, or only way to resolve conflict or encourage children to
imitate dangerous acts which they may see on television. Any realistic depictions of
violence will be infrequent, discreet, of low intensity and will show the consequences of the
acts. Other Content Guidelines: There will be no profanity, nudity or sexual content.
C (Children) Programming intended for children under age 8. Violence Guidelines: Careful
attention is paid to themes which could threaten children's sense of security and well
being. There will be no realistic scenes of violence. Depictions of aggressive behaviour will
be infrequent and limited to portrayals that are clearly imaginary, eomedie or unrealistic in
nature. Other Content Guidelines: There will be no offensive language, nudity or sexual
content.
Canadian French V-Chip Rating System
18+ (Adults) Programming is for adults only. This program contains sustained violence or
extremely violent scenes.
16+ (Viewers 16 and over) Programming is not suitable for those under age 16. This
program contains frequent scenes of violence or intensely violent scenes.
13+ (Viewers 13 and over) Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of
13. This program either contains several violent scenes or one or more scenes that are
violent enough to affect them. Viewing in the company of an adult is therefore strongly
recommended for children under the age of 13.
8+ (Viewers 8 and over) Not recommended for young children. This program is suitable for
most audiences, but it contains mild or occasional violence that could upset young
children. Viewing in the company of an adult is therefore recommended for young children
(under the age of 8) who do not distinguish between reality and imagination.
6 (General Audience) This program is suitable for audiences of all ages. It contains no
violence, or any violence that it does contain is either minimal or is presented in a
humorous manner, as acaricature, or in an unrealistic way.
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USAV-Chip 13/Rating Limit
The V-Chip 1V Rating Limit let you decide which IV
programs can and cannot be viewed.
To set IV programming limits:
1. Choose Parental Control from the MAIN MENU (the
PASSWORDscreen appears the first time you enter the
Parental Control menu). Create your password using the
number buttons on the remote.
2.
3.
Highlight and select USA V-Chip. Then select WRatings.
Once you get to the TVRATING LIMITsereen, use the
arrow buttons and OK on your remote to change the
status of a IV program rating or content theme from
View to Block.
4. For IV rating limits to take effect, turn on V-Chip active
in the PARENTALCONTROL menu (box has check mark).
The following sections give you more details about how to
change the status of IV program limits.
Note:Ifyou forget your password you canresetit: M_kesurethe
W isoff. Simultaneously pressandhold VOL<on the?V'sfront
panel andCLEARon theremotefor approximately 5seconds.Enter
enewpasswordnext time youaccessthePARENTALCONTROL
menu.
TheV-Chip Rating Screen
The following is an exampte of where items are located within the 1VRATING LIMIT
screen.
Rating Status Field
Lets you select whether the status of the age-based rating limit
to the left isView or Block.
Rating Field
Lets you select from
a list of age-based
ratings you can
block or view.
Content Themes
Lists the content themes
you can block or view.
Content StatusFields
Letsyou select which
content themes to view
for the selected rating,
and whether the status of
the content theme is
currently View (V)or Block
(B).
Rating Settings Area
Lets you see the current bloek/view state of age-based ratings and
associated content.
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