RCA CRT Television User manual

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RISKOF ELECTRICSHOCK
DO NOT OPEN [DI This 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,
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the product that presents a risk of electric shock or _ accompanying the product,
personal injuw,
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,
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 accessory with fixed images for
extended periods of time can cause them to be permanently imprinted on the
picture tube (or projection TV picture tubes). ALSO, some network/program logos,
phone numbers, black borders (sides, top and bottom), etc. may cause similar
damage. This damage is not covered by your warranty.
Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40
of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1)
which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in 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 IV carefully. Place the IV 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 IV,
Refer to the Important Safety Instructions on page 2.
Product Registration
Please fill out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately. For US customers: Your RCA Consumer
Electronics product may also be registered at www,rca.com/productregistration. Registering this product allows us to contact you
if needed,
Product Information
Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and
model numbers in ease you need them. These numbers are located on the product.
Model No. Serial No, Purchase Date:
Dealer/Add tess/Phone:

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read before operating equipment
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Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with a dry cloth.
Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
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.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for
long periods of time.
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.
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).
Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced by
qualified service personnel when:
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. TUt/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. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be mounted to a
wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
19. Power Lines - An outdoor antenna should be located away from
power lines.
20. 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.
21. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects do
not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.
22. 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.
23. 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 "IV 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
ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT
GROUND CLAMP -- ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE
ANTENNA DISCHARGE [NIT
tNEC SECTION 810-20)
GRO[ NDING COND[ CTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM
iNEC ART 250, PART H)

Introduction
Safety/precaution ............................. 2
Table of Contents ............................. 3
Features .................................... 3
Getting Started
Basic Cable TV Connection ..................... 4
Basic Antenna Connection ...................... 5
Basic TV to VCR Connection .................... 6
Description of Buttons on the TV ................. 7
Remote Control .............................. 8
Setup Menus
Language .................................. 10
TV/Cable TV (CATV)........................... 11
Auto Search (Setting TV Channels) .............. 12
Manual Channel Tuning ....................... 13
Favorite Channel Setting ...................... 14
Adding or Erasing Channels .................... 15
On-screen Menus
Picture Adjustments .......................... 16
Preset Picture Mode .......................... 17
Clock ..................................... 18
On-Timer .................................. 19
Off-Timer .................................. 20
Closed Caption .............................. 21
Sleep Timer ................................ 22
Parental Lock
Understanding Parental Lock ................... 23
Changing Your Password ...................... 24
Blocking Programming with Movie Ratings ........ 25
Blocking Programming with TV Ratings ........... 26
Parental Lock Blocking Options ................. 27
Child Lock ................................. 28
Here are a few of the special features of your new
Color Television.
Automatic Channel Programming: Quick and easy
selection of available stations.
Child Lock (FPA Lock}: Locks the buttons on the front
of the TV so it cannot be operated accidentally by young
children.
Closed Captioning: Allows you to read TV program
dialog or voice conversations as on-screen text.
Off-Timer: Turns off the TV at a preset time.
On-Timer: Turns on the TV at a preset time to a
designated TV channel or video source.
On-screen Menus: On-screen text (in English, French, or
Spanish) for setting TV controls.
Parental Lock: Allows you to block the viewing of certain
TV channels if you do not want your children viewing
inappropriate material.
Remote Control: Operates your TV and navigates the
menus.
Sleep Timer: Turns off the TV within an amount of time
you specify. (10-120 minutes from the current time).
Picture Preset Mode: Lets you set the picture's color,
tint, contrast, etc. for various types of programming.
Settings include Bright, Normal, Theater, and Personal,
which set the picture control as you want.
Sound Mode: (Models 24V412T, 24V511T only)
Lets you set the TV's sound settings for the current
programming. Choices include Personal, Theatre,
Concert, or Speech.
Standard broadcast (VHF/UHF} or Cable TV channel
capability.
Stereo Capability: Includes built-in amplifier and twin
speaker system. Models 24V412T, 24V511T only allow
reception of TV programs broadcast in stereo.
Sound
Sound Mode Selection ........................ 29
Sound Adjustments ........................... 30
Surround ................................... 31
Stereo and Second Audio Program .............. 32
Others
Notebook ................................... 33
Calendar ................................... 34
Troubleshooting .......................... 35
Care and Cleaning ........................ 36
Limited Warranty ......................... 36 Graphics in this publication are for representation
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The Cable TV signal into your home may be a single cable (75 ohm ) or may include a Cable Box. Ineither case, the
connection to the TV is easy.
If your Cable TV signal comes directly via a 75 ohm coaxial cable, using the following steps:
Connect the Cable TV signal to the 75 ohm ANTENNA INPUTjack on the rear of the TV. Screw it down tight.
Plug the TV's power cord into a power outlet and turn on the TV. Set TV/CATV to CATV as detailed on page 11. Refer
to AUTO SEARCH to set up your available TV channels. Details are on page 12.
If you have a Cable Box, use the following steps:
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Connect the Cable TV signal to the IN jack on the Cable Box.
Connect a separate coaxial cable to the OUT jack on the Cable Box and to the 75 OHM ANTENNA INPUT jack on the
rear of the TV.
Plug the TV's power cord into a power outlet and turn on the TV. Set TV/CATV to CATV as detailed on page 11.
4 Set the TV to channel 3 or 4 (the same as the channel 3/4 switch on your Cable Box if applicable).
Change channels at the Cable Box.
An RF coaxial cable (to con-
nect the Cable Box to the TV)
may be supplied by the Cable
TV company. It is not supplied
with the TV.
You can connect a Satellite
Receiver the same way you
would connect a Cable Box.
Your Cable Box may have
separate Audio and Video Out
jacks instead. If so, use audio
and video cables to connect
the AUDIO/VIDEO OUT jacks
of the Cable Box to the AUDIO/
VIDEO INPUT jacks.
Press the INPUT button on
the remote control to set the
TV to the correct video input
channel. For front inputs
choose FRNT. For rear AV
inputs choose VIDEO.
Your model has an S-Video
input, choose S-VIDEO.
Change the channel at the
Cable Box.