RCA 32v434t User manual

User's Guide
Changing Entertainment. _=n.

IRISK OF ELECTRICSHOCK /
DO NOT OPEN | [_ his symbol indicates that this product incorporates double insulation
between hazardous mains voltage and user accessible parts. When servicing
use only identical replacement parts.
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified service personnel.
_lk This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage" inside A This symbol indicates important instructions
the product that presents a risk of electric shock or _kaccompanying the product.
personal injury.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this product to
rain or moisture.
The apparatus shall not be exposed
to dripping or splashing and no
objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, should be placed on the
apparatus.
"Changing Entertainment. Again." is
a trademark of THOMSON used under
license to TTECORPORATION.
Manufactured under license from
Dolby Laboratories.
Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your product for
its proper operating voltage.
FCCRegulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications 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 aeeessory with fixed images for
extended periods of time ean cause them to be permanently imprinted on the
picture tube (or projection TV picture tubes]. ALSO, some network/program Iogos,
phone numbers, black borders (sides, top and bottom], ete. 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 particular, specifies that the
cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to
the point of cable entry as practical.
Important 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 fill out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately. For US customers: Your RCA Consumer
Electronics product can also be registered at www.rca.com/television. 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 caseyou need them. These numbers are located on the product.
Model No. Serial No. Purchase Date:
Dealer/Address/Phone:

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read before operating equipment
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 amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type
plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.
The wide blade or third prong are provided for your safety. When the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
11. _ Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
q[,._,B_llj manufacturer.
12. '.&_,_F' Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified
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 qualified 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
qualified 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 filled 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, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Example of Antenna Grounding
as per NEC- National Electrical Code
GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE
ANTENNA DISCHARGE [NIT
INEC SECTION 810-20)
GRO[ NDING COND[ CTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
J
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 2_0, PART H)
ELECTRIC SERVICE EQ[ IPMENT

Chapter 1: Connections & Setup
Things to Consider Before You Connect ......................................................................... 4
Protect Against Power Surges .................................................................................... 4
Protect Devices from Overheating ............................................................................ 4
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference ............................................. 4
Use Indirect Light ........................................................................................................ 4
Get the Picture .................................................................................................................. 5
Receiving Cable Channels .......................................................................................... 5
What You Need ........................................................................................................... 5
What You Need to Know ........................................................................................... 5
Receiving Channels with an Antenna ........................................................................ 6
What You Need ........................................................................................................... 6
What You Need to Know ........................................................................................... 6
Choose Your Connection .................................................................................................. 7
YPb Pr (Component Video) Connection ......................................................................... 7
Using the Side Jacks.......................................................................................................... 9
Plug in the TV and Turn It On ......................................................................................... 10
Put Batteries in the Remote ........................................................................................... 10
Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup ............................................... 10
Complete the Initial Setup ............................................................................................. 11
Choose the Menu Language .................................................................................... 11
Tuning to a Channel ................................................................................................. 11
What to Expect ................................................................................................................ 12
Watching TV.............................................................................................................. 12
Explanation of Jacks....................................................................................................... 13
The Front of Your TV ...................................................................................................... 14
Front Buttons ............................................................................................................ 14
Remote Buttons .............................................................................................................. 15
Using the INPUT Button .................................................................................................. 16
Using the PRESETSButton .............................................................................................. 16
Chapter 2: Using the TV's Features
Channel Banner ............................................................................................................... 17
Parental Controls and V-Chip ......................................................................................... 18
How V-Chip Works .................................................................................................... 18
Activate Parental Control ............................................................................................... 18
Resetting the Password ............................................................................................ 18
Set V-Chip TV Programming Limits .......................................................................... 19
The V-Chip Rating Screen ......................................................................................... 19
Blocking Age-Based Ratings .................................................................................... 19
Blocking Specific Content Themes ........................................................................... 20
Blocking USA V-Chip Movie Ratings ........................................................................ 21
Blocking Canadian V-Chip Movie Ratings ............................................................... 22
V-Chip Exempt Program Block ................................................................................. 22
Activate KidPass ........................................................................................................ 23
Block Channel ........................................................................................................... 23
Front Panel Lock ....................................................................................................... 24
Change Password ...................................................................................................... 24

Chapter 3: Using the TV's Menu System
Sound Menu .................................................................................................................... 25
Picture Menu ................................................................................................................... 27
Setup Menu ..................................................................................................................... 28
Parental Control Menu .................................................................................................. 32
Time Menu ....................................................................................................................... 33
Notepad Menu ................................................................................................................ 34

Things to Consider Before You Connect
Protect Against Power Surges
• Connect all devices Ix'for(' you plug any of their power cords into the wall outk't.
•Turn off tile TV and/or device before you connect or disconnect any cables.
• (7sing a surge protector can help prevent damage to your T\.' from electrical power surges. In
case of lightning, unplug your TV.
,, Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to tile Important Saf_,ty
Instructions packed separate]>
Protect Devices from Overheating
,, I)on't block v(,ntilation hok,s on any of the' devk'os. Arrange, tho dovkos so that air can
circulate freely.
,, I)on't stack devices.
,, If you place devices in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation.
,, If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on the top shelf so tile heated air from
it won't flow around ()tiler devices. Position Cables Properly to Avokl Audio Interference
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference
Insort c'ac]l cable firmly into the dosignated jack.
,, If you place devices above tile T\.', route all cables down tile side of tile back of tile T\"
instead of straight down tile middle of tile TV.
,, If your antenna uses 300-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil tile cables. Also, keep tile twin
lead cables away from audio/video cables.
Use Indirect Light
Don't place th(' TV wher(, sunlight ol room lighting will be directed toward the screen. (Tse soft
or indirect lighting.
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Get the Picture
The first part of connecting your T\. is to get the picture, a]so known as a signal The back
pane] of your T\.' allows you to receive an:dog :rod digital dmnneIs by using the ANTENNA,
CABLE INPI 7T.
Receiving Cable Channels
Coaxial cable
What You Need
Coaxia] cable from a cable out]et. Plug the coaxial cable into the
ANTENNA,CABLE INPUT to receive your analog and digital cab]e
C]]af]f]e]s.
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. Your TV also receives analog cable
TV channels.
', The Azllo C].'*nnn_# 5_'arcb screen in the 5'eizq) menu searches for both analog and cligita]
channels. Choose (,>_bl_,as yoklr SOtlrce tvDe. To comp]ete a c]mnne] search now, go to
page I 1.
,, \\'hen you are ready to watc]l digim] dmnnels, make sure you are tuned to a digim]
channel. I)igim] stations typically ]mxe a (lash in their channel number because they can
contain subc]mnne]s, for example, 8-3.
\\7]len you are ready to watc]] at] af]a]og channel, inakc sure yOU arc [ur](2d 10 ai]
analog channel. Analog stations contain no more than three digits. Refer to page 11 for
information on ana]og and digital dmnne]s.
\Vhen using the input described above, press the ANTENNA
(I)IG-ANA) button on the remote to toggle between digital and ana]og
chan ne]s. Retbr to page ii.
ANTENNA
(DIG,ANA)
button
INFO
button
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Receiving Channels with an Antenna
Indoor Outdoor
Antenna Antenna
What You Need
Antenna ("rabbit ears") or outdoor antenna with a coaxial c':lblc.
Plug tile antenna or coaxial cable from the wall outlet into the
ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT to receive flee off-:dr local analog and
digital channels (where :lvailabIe).
What You Need to Know
Visit www.antenna_eb.org to get help deciding what type of antenna to use to receive
the oftLair ]oca] digital c]mnne]s :_vailabIe to you. By entering where you live, this mapping
program te]ls you what Iota] :ma]og :rod digim] stations are available using a certain
antenna.
•When you get to the Az_/o CZ'_annH &,girth screen in the &,/z@ menu, choose An/mn_a
as your source type. The TV seaches for both analog and digital channels. To complete a
channd search now, go to [)age 11.
,, When you are ready to watch digital channels, make sure you are tuned to a digital
channel. Digital stations typically have a dash in them because they may contain
subdmnnels, for example, 8-3.
\X,"hcl] you are readv 1o \v_:ttc]] an _/n}i_t]og c]l_:tl]lld, Inak{* SL1E<_yOU aft [tilled 1o an
analog channel Analog stations contain no more than fllree (ligits. Refer to) page 11 for
infornmtion on analog and digital smHons.
When using the input described above, use the ANTENNA
(DIG ®ANA) button on the re,note to toggle between the digital :m(I
ana]og channe]s. Refer to page i1.
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button
-- INFO
button
Chapter1

Choose Your Connection
There arc scvcFa] ways to conn(_ct your T\,', depending on the devices yOLI xxant 1o connect
and the quality of the signal you want t() achieve. C()nnecti()ns will vary acc()rding t() tile
[yDC!S ()f O/l[p/l[ jacks the devices yOU \\_11_1[ [O C()I_]I_]L}C[ c_/n _/cconlIno(l;/t<L
ANTENNA]
CABLE
INPUT
DIGITAU
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Go to page 5 for
instructions on
getting a signal.
Back of TV
DVD player
Y Pb Pr (Component Video) Connection
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Connecting the Device
. S •This connection aJJows Vou to connect a device that ha. _ Pb Pr (component vklco)
jacks, for examp]e, a I)\.'D p]ayer.
Component Video
cables (Y Pb Pr) are
color coded- Green,
Blue and Red
Using the example of aD_¢I) player:
if necessary, coln_ect your and/or antenna as on page 5.
cable described
Connect Y Pb Pr video cables.
your component
Connect three video c_l>k,s or spc_ci_HY Pl) Pr c:_l)]cs to the Y Pb Pr jacks on the
back of the T\.' and to the Y Pb Pr OUtl)UtSon the I)Vl) p]ayer. Y Pb Pr cables are
co]ored green, blue and red. Just match the colors on the cables to the Y Pb Pr
jacks.
Connect audio cables.your
Connect the audio (white and red) cab]es to the A[H)IO Rand L (COMPOSITE
INPUT) jacks on the back of the T\" and to the au(lio output jacks on the DVI)
player. Just match the colors.
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Audio cables are color
coded- Red= right
audio; white= left audio
iNPUT ANTENNA PRESETS
SOUND _ SKiP
INPUT
button
Viewing the Picture from the Connected Device
The device in this cx;_mp]_,, ;_ player, is c'onncc'tcd to the TV's Y Pb Pr jacks. To
view the I)VI) [)layer:
1. Turn on the T\.' and the I)VI) p]ayer.
2. Press the INPUT button on the reIllot<_ contro] to toggle through the Video Input
Channe]s until you see CITD disp]ayed in the channe] banner.
•To review other
connections, go to the next
page.
•If you are done connecting
devices to your TV, go to
page 11 to complete the
Initial Setup.
•If you want more details of
the jacks on your TV, go to
page 13.
Chapter 1

Using the Side Jacks
VIDEO
OUTPI
if necessary,
connect antenna
or cable to get a
picture. Go to page
5 for instructions.
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VIDEO AUDIO S-VIDEO
OUT
Video Game Console
Audio/Video
Connecting the Device
This cormeotion a]]ows VOLI to cor]r]ecl :/dev]c(,, SLid] :Is :/ v]d(2o game corlso]¢._ ti]f/t ]]:/s ALid]o,
\ideo jacks. R('fer to the illustration b(,low whic]l clses 3tl(]]o 373d video cab]es.
Using the example of a video game console:
Connect your and/or antenna as on page 5.
cable described
Connect video cable.
your
Vid{,o c':fl>lc's are uscmlly ydlow. Conn{'c't th{' Video cal>l<' to the Video jack on th{' ski{' of
th(' T\.' and th(' jack on th(' vid('o galn(' conso]c'.
Connect audio cables.
your
Conn('ct the audio (whir{, and red) c'ab]c's to th(' R and L Audio jacks on th(' sJd{, of th(' TV
and to the' audio OLIE['}U[ j3dgs or) th(' vid('o game' cot]sol('. Just match the' colors.
4. (OptionaD For models with an S-Video jack, you can use either the Video or the
S-Video connection. You cannot connect both at the same time because they share
the audio jacks. S-Vidc'o cab]('s fit into a sp('cia] shalx'd jack which is ]abded S-Vid{,o.
Connect the S-Video cab]e to the jack on the side of the TV and the jack on the video game
conso]e. Connect the au(lio cab]es.
Viewing the Picture from the Connected Device
Th(' tic'vie'(' in this ('xampl(', a vicl('o galn(' c'orlsole, is c'orm{'c't('d to the' T\."s vid(,o and
audio jacks located on the side of the T\". To view the video game console:
1. Turn on the T\" and the video game console.
2. Press the INPUT button on the remote control to toggle through the Video Input
(2hannds until FR,\Tis disp]ayed in the channd banner.
SOUND
C'h_pterl
iNPUT
button

Plug in the TV and Turn it On
P]ug "the end oJ" t]l(_! powel cord into a ground(,d wa{] outlet, h'lSClt t]l(.! p]ug colnp]<,tdy into
the outlet. Press ON-OFF on tile 1emote' or press POWER on the T\'s fixmt pane].
Put Batteries in the Remote
,_ Relnove tile battery con_partment cover from tile back of tile remote by pushing down
and sliding ()ft tile cover.
,_ Insert 2 fresh <AA"batteries. Make sure the polarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly to the
diagram inside the battery compartment.
-Replace the cover.
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OKbutton
Arrow
buttons
Use the Remote Control to
Complete the Initial Setup
The tcdlnical term is "Navigation' - ]low you ,hove t]lroug]l the
on-screen menus. The ineth(/d is the Salne throughout the menu
screens: hig]Jight VOLIr dlo]cc 3nd se]cct it.
To high]ight a menu iteln, press tile arrow buttons on tile remote to
high]ight one of the itelns listed on the screen. Use the up or down
arrow button to move up or down. l[Jse tile right or let} arrow button
to inox_, right or ]e_}.
To select the item that you've hig]Jighted, press OK.
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Chapter 1

SETUP
Go Back
--> Auto Ch, Search _!_ ,..
List & Labels ,..
Closed Caption ,..
Favorite CH ,..
Language English.,,
Auto. format 4:3
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
Go Back
--> Signal Type _- Cable,,.
Start ..,
Search Percent 0
Analog Channels 0
Digital Channels 0
SETUP
Go Back
Auto Ch. Search ,..
List & Labels ,..
Closed Caption ,..
Favorite CH ,..
--> Language _!_ English.,,
Auto. format 4:3
Complete the Initial Setup
,4_7b C/IA.\:\EL _S:/SA/_'C'/]is the first m('nu you should s('e \\-hen you tt]rn on
tile T\.'. (It is ]oc'ated from tills path .llclit_ 3ldm,,SWup,,_izlt_, CT_m_Jz_'l Yum>_&
It al]o\\-s tile T\" to search for all channels viewable through your digital and
analog _onnedions. This is sometimes _al]ed auto programming.
1. From the Auto Channel Seardl menu press tile right arrow button to dloose
the S{_Jlal 7.)?e (AJltemza or Orbit,). The default is Oble.
2. With the S{_,_al 77!_e chosen, press the down arrow button to select Stct,:/
and press OK. AUTO C71A.\.\lg4 _STZARCTIruns as it finds all the available
channels. (This step can take some time, depending on your content
provider).
3. Once the search is complete, you can begin watching T\'. For information
on customizing your C]lal]l]L}]S or In()l]!.l options, go to Chapter 3.
Note: djl_,rjol_ {:ot.ll!_/{,tethe Azlto C_at_tld .5'oclroh yozl l_lglltsd, at_
additkmal sc,_,_,tz. "Tim{, ston'ri it_ th{" Tl" mr{}t be it_con'{,ct (('l# a
loss o/_oz#d: PIg'glse chec/_ the ti*_e i*z the 7Yl_e l_let_ll" Yllqy rl/_l_eat:
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i_{lorm atio_.
Choose the Menu Language
To sd tI> language, us(' the ar>w buttons to highlight Lan_/_e. The default
language is E_lish To choose another language, press the right arrow ]9Litton
on tile renlote, c]loosc tile language and press (-)K.
Analog channel
example entry
Digital channel
example entry
Tuning to a Channel
Analog station numb(,rs display on your T\.' in _ r<tangk, _s you _'nter tll_' numb_,rs. You __m
enter digits to access a channel. In the example be]o\\-, you can enter 12 or 012 to get tile
same channd. To enter a onedigit channd, such as channd 8, jtlst press S. A_}er entering tile
channd, press OK. Tile CLEAR button on tile remote clears all entries.
I)igital dlannels can have both primary channds (like tile analog channd number) and
subchannds. I)igita] station numbers display in a larger rectangle that can contain up to eight
numbers. Numbers to tile Id} of tile -((lash) are tile main channel number; numbers to tile
right are tile subchannd numbers for stations that broadcast more than one signal.
In tile example to tile left, press 'T', press "2" (although 012 is shox\-n in tile example,
pressing "0" isn't r<,quired) and then press tile right arrow button to move to tile subchannd.
Press "1" and then "OK." The TV tunes to channd 12-1. If channel 12 is broadcasting
subchannd signals, you would enter numbers that would access the ()tile, signals. (Example:
12-1, 12-2, 124). If tile sdection times out, you must start over. Once you've made all entries,
press OK. Tile CLEAR button on tile remote clears all entries.
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both z_hc,_zyoz{first tunz otz th(, {dig# s{g,zals mzd z_,he,z.},oz_chat?_(' (hamz(,Is. 7_?is is
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C'hapter_ _

Tuning to a Channel (continued)
Some channds might have bccn found during the channel search that m'c unavailable to
view and you might want to get rid of these so they don't :lppe:u" as you d-range channels.
To do this go to Main Menu/Setup MentliList & Labels. Note that removing channels flom
your channel list may be time consuming, so you might want to do it later. Go to page 28 for
details on editing your channel list.
What to Expect
Watching TV
• Remember: If you hav_, an analog signa] conncctc(I to your ANTENNAi(D, BLE INPUT,
then you]] view analog channds. (Tile ANTENNA button on tile remote toggles anak)g
and digital channels). Analog channels are sent in a 4:3 format. You can press the lett
arrow/ZOOM- and right arrow,ZOOM+ buttons on the remote to choose diftbrent screen
formats (4:3, 16:9 or stretch). This is also known as tile aspect ratio. Go to page 32 for
examples of screen formats.
Remember: If you have a digital signal connected to your ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT, then
you'H view digital channels. (The ANTENNA button on the remote toggles analog and
digital channds). Most digital channels are sent in a 16:9 format; it depends on how the
station is formatting tile video. If so, you'H see gray or black bars at tile top and bottom
of tile screen. You can press tile left arrow/ZOOM- and right arrow/ZOOM+ buttons to
choose (lift,,rent screen formats (4:3, 16:9 or stretch). This is also known as tile aspect
ratio.
Note: D(_ilal slalio_> in nati_,_, 4.3.fn wznl (yon 71s-_,_,black o,%g,'cO, ha,> o_ l/_e sid_,s
Q/ II'I_' ])i( /IIP_ S_'Ill (lS [)(llll Q/ II'_' S{_ll(ll /i'Ot'll 1l')_ l) "o(l(lc(ls/{_ ") t'1l_71 I1O1 ].')(H'(? l,{?i._,"
•i'tl_l( lio u.
Chapter

Explanation of Jacks
This section (k_SCl'ib(_s t]](2 jacks you can use to n]ake connections. There arc several
combinations avai]ab]e to connect devices to yOLlr T\/.
ANTENNA/
CABLE
INPUT
0
OIGITAU
ANALOG
ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT Connect either antenna or cable xia coaxial (RE) cable to receive
analog and digital channels t]m)ugh your cane provider. Receive oft%_ir analog and digital
dlanne]s via an antenna. Refer to page 5 for in(Tre details.
I
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_/JDEO
;(Q)_'
_,UDIO
COMPOSITE INPUT Connect devices that have AudioiVkleo (composite) outputs such as
VCRs, I)VI) players, satellite receivers, cane boxes, camcorders and vkleo game consoles, lJse
audio canes to connect the let} and right audio jacks for sound.
• VIDEO Provides composite vkleo connection. The video connector is usually yellow.
,, AltDIO-L Provkles let} audio connection. The left audio connector is usually white.
,, AUDIO-R Provkles right audio connection. Tile right audio connector is usually red.
To access the device when using these jacks, use the INPUT button on your remote until //D
appears.
- OR -
COMPONENT INPUT Connect devices that have colnponent (Y Pb Pr) outputs such as
VCRs, DVD players, I)\'I)-PVRs, DVD recorders, satd]ite receivers and cable boxes. This
connection provkles optimum picture quality because tile video is separated into three signals.
The AUI)IO L and R jacks are shared with tile COMPOSITE INPIJT connection for sound.
To access the device when using these jacks, press the INPIJT button on your remote until
C'IID appears.
Refer to page 7 for a derailed explanation of ]low to connect YPb Pr cables to your T\(
,, AUD][O-L Provkles let} audio connection. The left audio connector is usually white.
,, AUD][O-R Provkles right audio connection. Tile right audio connector is usually red.
Remember: }'¢7ll C{Ilg IlS{? 1_)_?(_blJlDOll4?lll COlgll4?CllOll (71" I/?_? (](71"l!/)osJ/_? COllll4?c/loll I)ll1
1l(7I!_olh 411lh_' SglHl_' IIHI_'. 7_ O' 5hgll'_? lh_? SglHl_? A ('DIO ]£'Z lllplll jgl( /g5.
AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT (Models 24F524T, 27F524T, 27F534T, 32V434T and 32V524T
only) Conncc't your TV to external (Icxiccs with inputs, suc]l as \.CRs, digital recor(Icrs or
sec(71]dary in(7_]it(Trs. Au(li(7,vi(le(7 cables are used for this connection.
6'hapterl

The Front of Your TV
_'/'()U car] use tile ]3Uttons arid jacks on the front of your TV to in_).k(2 additional connections.
VIDEO L AUDIOR
i
FRONT (INP{JT) These jacks are located on the skle of tile T\.'. Connect devices that
have composite outpt]ts stlch as \.'Clq'.s,I)\1) p]avers, satd]ite receivers, cab]or boxes,
video game conso]es and calHcor(k2rs.
VIDEO Provides composite vkleo connection. The video connector is llSlla]]v
ye/]ow.
AUDIO-L Provides left audio connection. The left audio connector is L1SLla]Iv
white.
AIUDIO-R Provides right audio connection. The right audio connector is L1SLla]]v
red.
S-VIDEO Connect external devices that have S-Video outputs such as VCRs, I)VI)
players, satellite receivers and cane boxes. Connect the le_t and right audio jacks
located on the side of the TV for sound. Refer to [)age 9 for a (letai]e(I explanation of
how to connect S-Video cab]es to your TV.
To access the tie\ice when using these jacks, use the INP[_T button on your remote
until FI_.\T appears. If your model has an S-\.'kleo jack, _STU_'.\Tappears.
Remember: (i.yozlr modd has 41 l'icleo azzd _%l Tc/_,ojnc/, (s_,cozzcl grgq>hi( ),
_l_OOS_'eilb(?l" lbe Video ( COl'l!,bosile) of .5-1"ideo (Oll!lc(1iOll.)'Oil ( (HIlIOI IlS{_/)()lb
I)_ca zis_ Ih_9'sha re Il'_'sa nz_' A_:Z)I() ]_/L izz[)z_!,j(_c/'s.
Front Buttons
][ TSL! t]](2 ]3llttOnS on t]]L! front oJ" your T\ /to Ol)(_r_It(_ inarly oJ" t]]L! T\/'s f_._atllres.
POWER Turns the TV on and off.
SENSOR Receives infrared signals from the remote.
TV/V[DEO (INPUT) Mode127V414Ton!y Choose between T\" programming and the
availab]e Video Input Channds. Acts like the INPUT button on the remote.
MEN{)" Brings up the MAL\ ML%U_Also goes back ()memenu in the menu system.
VOLUME -/+ Decreases/increases the volume. In the menu system, acts like the left/right
arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls.
CHAI'<N-EL-/+ Scans up and down through the current channd list. In the menu system, acts
like the (Iowniup arrow button on the remote control. Use to highlight items.
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Remote Buttons
ANTEN]_qA, DIG®ANA Tunes to digJta] and ana]og dmnne]s. ]x_efer to page 5
for a fell] description.
Arrow- buttons (A, T, 4, 1_.) Use to ]]igh]ight different items in the T\.' menu.
The right and ]oft arrows se]c_ct high]ighted items.
(0-9) Number buttons Enter c]lannd nun]hers (rebr to page 11), time settings
33 _ > .
(refc,r to page ), labels (17eJ'_.!rto page _8) and notepad messages (retbr to page 34)
CC Toggles dosed captioning on and off when dosed-caption menu option is
t/lrl]e(] /)n.
CH + or CH- Scans tip or down tim)ugh a]] the avai]ab]e stations on analog
anti /)r digita] connections. Press once to change tile channel L1131)1" (]{)xvl_]; press
and hold to continuously change dmnne]s.
CLEAR Removes any l]](!l]tl 1)1" dJsp]ay from the SC17(2()1_] an(I rettlrl]s V/)L1 t()
normal T\ viewing
FAV (Favorite) Press to browse the channe]s in your F(7_,orilc LU. ]x_efer to
page 31 for i111)17(!Jnf!)rlnatJ/)n.
GO BACK I_etclrns t!) tile previous c]lanne] /)1"II]entl.
INF'O Brings up the channel banner. Press again to remove. Retbr to page 17
for in/)re Jnf!)171natJ/)n.
INPUT Togg]es through the avai]ab]e Video Input (2hannds (171). CI7I). ]:R.\72
_STG{.\7"anc/curR,nt channel).
MENU Brings up tile MAL\ :1I£A{/sysR'n].
MUTE Reduces the TV's vdun]e to its n]inin]un] lexz,]. Press again to restoR,
tile volun]e.
OK/Ctt LIST \\ihen in the menu systen], selects hig]l]ig]lted items.
ON*OFF Turns the TV on and off.
PRESETS Press to set cclstoln picture settings. (:]loose fr/)ll] _'}'()/_',\;(_II/IzU,
LTr{ghl or PPrsonal. Also allows tile default and current language to be set for
(]]gJta] channels. (31) t/) page 16 for more inf!)rn]ati/)n.
SKIP Press once before changing channds; watch tile screen for tile ,S7qlI"box
() t/)appear. Press tile SKIP bum)n again - 3 ) seconds wi]] appear.
Enter tile new channd nun]bet. The T\.' will change to tile new channel and
return to tile original channd in 30 seconds. Press repeate(I]y to acid more time.
SLEEP Press t!) activate,deactivate the sleep timer. Takes you t/) the _';IEK/)77mEre
menu. ]x_t_fE_rto page 33.
SO[D4D When viewing an ana]og channd, selects one of the five sound
settings when viewing analog signals (57gmdgm/. Music, _f[)(,¢cb.7b,,t,w or
PPtxonal). Ref_,r to [)age 25 for more inforn]ation. When a digital channel
is being viewed, displays tile digital audio mode. Retbr to [)age 26 for more
infom]ation.
C'hapterl
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VOL - or VOL + I)ecreases or increases the TV's volume.
ZOOM-, ZOOM+ During nornm] T\, viewing, changes the screen format (aspect ratio).
The zoom status appears n?omenmrily. Retbr to page 32 for more information about dJf[erent
forlllats.
button
button
GO BACK FAV
OK
0(i)
O0
ZOOM-
Using the INPUT Button
Use the INPUT button to scrol] through the avaJlab]c Vi(Ico Input Channds
to view devices you have connected to the TV.
1. Make sure the device you want to view is turned ON.
2. Press INPUT to tune to an avaJ]ab]e Video Input Channe] and view
the device.
3. To return to the previous channel, continue pressing INPUT.
Using the PRESETS Button
The fo]]owJng Jtcn?s arc avai]ab]e for digital dmnne]s only:
Cur. Language (Current Digital Channel Audio Language) Press the
right arrow button to choose the dialog language avai]ab]e for the program
you're watching. If the language you choose here is not being broadcast
with a progran_, then the T\/ will play the default audio for the progran_
(usually English in the (J.S.).
Def. Language (Default Digital Channel Audio Language) Press
the right re'row button to choose the dJa]og language avaJlabh, on digital
channels. If your preferred language is being broadcast with a program,
the T\/ will play it. If not, then the TV will play the default audio for the
program (usually English in the U.S.). The det:mlt digital audio language
options are 19<_li.sb,_S/_aJH.sb,]:,>Jl_b, di_,rmaJ< Imligm, ](l/mll(,s< U_ill(,su
and Kotwatz.
Chapter 1

SAP _UKidPass: 08:30 CC
STEREO Skip: 0:30 07:18am
11 CNN (] X
Channel Banner menu for an
anamog channel.
English _u KidPass: 08:30 CC
STEREO Skip: 0:30 07:18am
11-2 (] X
DTV Program
DTV Program Description
Channem Banner menu for
a digital channel.
Channel Banner
There are several items that might appear on-screen when you press tile INFO
button on tile remote. This display is called the Channel Banner. Tile following
list describes tile items on tile Channel Banner screen.
SAP I)isplayed when tile current channel is broadcasting SAP (Second
Audio Program) information. Refer to page 25 for more information.
• 1dock) or _'_ (unlock) for Parental Control (Re_br to page 18).
', The lock icon is displayed when all lqiruJltgd Om/rol settings arc
active.
•The unlock icon is displayed when all l'm>Jlm/Omtrol settings are
(leactivated.
KidPass: 08(_0 Corresponds to the KiclPgiss function (refer to [)age 23).
Shows the amount of time left before the TV switches off.
CC I)isp]ayed when C]ose(I Captioning is available on the current channel
STEREO or (MONO) STISREO is displayed when the current channel is
broadcasting in stere(). M(Z\O is displayed when the current channel is
broadcasting in mono.
Skip: 0#_0 Corresponds to the SKIP button. Shows the amount of time left
before the TV switches back to the previous channel. (Re_br to 15).
0%°18 an, I)isp]ays the current time.
(] XI)isp]ayed when you MUTE the sound.
The following Channel Banner display is available for analog signals
only:
11 CNN I)isp]ays the current channel and label assigned to the channel
The following Channel Banner display is available for digital signals
only:
English Displays the audio language ff_l digital programming. Go to the
Sound menu to choose your current and clefuult language settings. Re_br to
[)age 26 for more information.
11-2 Displays the current channel but does not clisp]ay the channel label
that you entered in the Lisls aJ_d Lab(,/s screen.
Digital signals can contain the channel name and program description. If
available, look for that inforn)ation to be displayed below the current channel
n tl inber.
KidPassis a trademark of THOMSON used under license to TTECORPORATION.
(,'lwpbic.s- co_zmin_,d _ itbin tbLs pzddiccltfo_z cn'(,/br r_'/n'(,.s_,nmti_m only. 17

Parental Controls and V-Chip
The choices in the USA _'-(£[[[P menu invo]ve software inside your T\; (re_brred to as \'-C]lip) whk]l
a]]ows you to b]ock T\ /prograll]S and movk, s bas(,d on vio]ence sex or other content you may
bdieve c]li](hTen shou]d 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
A( liU(ll_ Pglr_,l_l_fl Co!?/rol be]ow.
How V-Chip Works
V-Chip reads the program's age-based rating (TI'-JdA, T/'-14, etc.) and content themes (l'[olPJm(" (1"),
Adtdt Lat?Rz¢rl2u (L), etc.). If you have blocked the rating and,or content themes that the program
contains, you will receive the message: 77"*Ls"chaJnw/ has Jzot /)e_,J2gl/#)roz,udjor z,icwi, z2. U,aJl2e
Cl')(lllll('l or/)r(,88 01{ 1o ('ll/(,rlHlss'word (llld /('H!/)orglrJ{F dugm/iz;rtlu tl?(, Pgn'PJHal (,bll/tol.
Sroadcast(Ts at\2 not r('qu1B2d to provid( ' coIlt('nt theIll('s, so [3rogralns r(,c(_ix,(,d xAit]l no content
themes wi]] on]v be blocked if Vou block their age-based rating _ xl can also block out progra11_s
that have been gixen a rating of Not Rated and programs that are considered unrated.
The T\, aged>ase(I ratings and content themes you can b]ock are i(lentifle(I and exp]ained in detail
in Chapter 4.
The fo]lowing sections give you more details about how to change the status of TV' program limits.
PARENTAL CONTROL
¢m i
I Go Back
r
-> Lock
] Settings /,,,
Parental Control is locked. A
password is now necessary
to change settings.
Activate Parental Control
Note: The I'ASNWORD s(:rP(,Jl (q)p(,gn*x tbe.firxt time yoz# eJHur the
l'arPJztal Onltrol n/eJzzl, t:oll(n_ the oJ2scru(q? iJzstrtmti(n/s lo crPat(" yoz#"
PASSWORD z_siJl2the Jlz_mb('r bzit/oJzs oJz the rPmot('. [/'yozQfot_g(,t tbix
paxxword, r('/i'r to the bottom oj tbLv pr_2g'.for it?sttvmtiot?s or? how to
ch(m2(, the paxsz_ ord.
This featur(' luts you activate and deactivate par(,ntal control featur('s.
Frolll the ) "X"
t'AR£ TAL CONTROL menu, press the down arrow button to hig]_]ig]_t
Loci,'..
Press the right or ]eft arrow button to activate ([]) or deactivate ([2) PAIUL\'TAL
COXTNOL _q.!atures.
Remember: (/.yol/ do Ilol aclil'al_ t (Ir_ Ilia/Colllrol (@, lockil/£ il), I1oI/_?
()/ t)ar_?llla/ Colllro/j'ualllr_,.s" z_ill l(lk_ ffff_(:l.
Resetting the Password
If" yOU forg('t your Dassxvord, vo/I can r(_s('t It. Here is how to do it:
1. Make stir(' the TX is off.
2. Simu]taneously press and ho]d VOL- on the TV's front pand and CLEAR on
the relnote for al)[)roxitnatdy 5 seconds.
3. Enter a new password the next time you access the PARtLX;TAL COX;TI,)OL
inen!.].