RCA F25625YX2AX1 User manual

WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or shock
hazard, do not expose this TV to
rain or moisture.
I,_ To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove
_ cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified service personnel.
This symbol indicates _, This symbol indicates
"dangerous voltage" inside _ important instructions
the product that presents a accompanying the product.
risk of electric shock or
personal injury.
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, match wide
blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Attention: Pour eviter les chocs electriques, introduire la
lame la plus large de la fiche darts la borne
correspondante de la prise et pousserjusqu au fond.
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.
If fixed (non-moving) images are left on the screen for long periods,
they may be permanently imprinted on the screen. Such images
include network Iogos, phone numbers, and video games. This
damage is not covered by your warranty. Extended viewing of
channels displaying these images should be avoided.
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.
Product Registration
Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning the card allows us to contact
you ir needed.
Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and
record the serial and model numbers in case you need them. The numbers are located on the back of the
television.
Model No.
Serial No.
Purchase Date:
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SETUP AND CONNECTIONS ..........................................................3
Step 1: Unpack the TV ...................................................................... 4
Step 2: Connect Your TV .................................................................. 4
TV Only ....................................................................................... 4
The Basic Connection ................................................................. 5
Advanced Connections .............................................................. 6
Step 3: Connect the IR Controller .................................................... 9
Step 4: Plug in the TV ..................................................................... 10
Step 5: Place Batteries in Remote .................................................. 10
Step 6: Turn On the TV ................................................................... 10
Step 7: Program the TV .................................................................. 10
INTERACTIVE SETUP .................................................................... 11
Using Point and Select ................................................................... 12
Entering Setup ................................................................................ 12
Selecting a Language ..................................................................... 13
Auto Channel Search ..................................................................... 13
The GUIDE Plus+ System ................................................................ 14
Setting Up the GUIDE Plus+ System ........................................ 14
Setting the Time ............................................................................. 16
Setting the VCR1 Channel (Auto Tuning) ..................................... 17
Setting the VCR2 Channel (Auto Tuning) ..................................... 17
Setting the DVD Channel (Auto Tuning) ...................................... 18
Setting the SAT/CABLE Channel (Auto Tuning) ............................ 19
Labeling the Channels ................................................................... 20
USING THE REMOTE ..................................................................... 21
Remote Buttons .............................................................................. 22
Using the WHO,INPUT Button ................................................ 23
Programming the Remote ............................................................. 24
Testing the Remote .................................................................. 24
Using the Remote to Control a Device ................................... 25
Modes of Operation ................................................................ 25
Front Panel ..................................................................................... 25
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USING THE MENUS .......................................................................27
Menus and Control Panels ............................................................. 28
Audio Menu .................................................................................... 30
Using the Remote to Select an Audio Processor .......................... 31
Picture Quality Menu ..................................................................... 32
Screen Menu ................................................................................... 33
Using Closed Captioning ......................................................... 34
Channel Menu ................................................................................ 35
Time Menu ...................................................................................... 36
Other Menus ................................................................................... 36
FEATURES AND CONTROLS ......................................................... 37
GUIDE Plus+ Menu ......................................................................... 38
About the GUIDE Plus+ System ..................................................... 38
Getting In & Out of the GUIDE Plus+ System ......................... 39
Downloading Data .................................................................. 39
The Different GUIDE Plus+ System Menus ............................. 39
Grid Guide ........................................................................... 40
Sort ...................................................................................... 41
Schedule .............................................................................. 42
Messages ............................................................................. 43
Editor ................................................................................... 44
Channel Marker .............................................................................. 46
Parental Controls and V-Chip ........................................................ 47
V-Chip TV Rating Limit ............................................................ 48
V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ...................................................... 52
V-Chip Unrated Program Block ............................................... 53
Channel Block .......................................................................... 53
Front Panel Block ..................................................................... 53
Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ................................................ 53
REFERENCE ..................................................................................... 58
Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 54
Care and Cleaning .......................................................................... 55
RCA Limited Warranty ................................................................... 56
Accessory Information ................................................................... 58
INDEX ............................................................................................. 61
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GETTI NG STARTED
This manual is designed to get you started quickly.
The first five sections of the manual show you how to
get your TV setup and connected, run the Interactive
Setup, program the remote, and use all of the menus,
features, and controls of your TV.
The Reference section in the back of the book
contains troubleshooting tips, care and cleaning
instructions, accessory ordering information and your
warranty.
Well... if your TV's out of the box, let's get started.
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STEP 1: UNPACK THE TV
Make sure to locate the remote control.
STEP 2: CONNECT YOUR TV
There are three types of connections outlined in this section:
TV Only:
The Basic Connection:
If you're only going to connect the
TV to your home antenna or cable
system.
If you're going to connect the TV to a
VCR or satellite receiver.
Advanced Connections: If you're going to make multiple
connections, hooking up the TV to a
VCR and a satellite receiver.
Cable information and illustrations are given for each type of
connection. Once you have completed your desired connection you may
skip forward to Step 3.
TV ONLY
This is a basic connection from an antenna or cable system to your TV.
Connect the cable into the Cable/Antenna jack as shown.
Important Stand Information
CAUTION: Choose the location for your TV
carefully. Take precautions that the stand
or other furniture on which the TV is
placed is properly located (see Important
Safeguards sheet) and of adequate size
and strength to prevent the TV from
accidentally being tipped over, pushed off,
or pulled off. This could cause damage to
the TV and/or personal injury.
rBefore You Connect
Protect against power surges:
• Connect all components before
plugging any power cords into the wall
outlet.
•Turn offthe TV and/or component
before connecting or disconnecting any
cables.
•Make sure all antennas and cables are
properly grounded. Refer to the
Important Safeguards sheet packed
with your TV.
Cables
You will use the following cable to make your connection:
Coaxial Cable: These cables carry audio and video
signals to the TV from an antenna, cable, or cable
box.
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA
TV
CABLE/CONTROL (_ ANTENNA
_VIDEO
Once you have completed this connection you may skip to Step 3.
IPlease note that models F25625 and |
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F27625 do not include an S-Video jack or J
Audio Output jacks.
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THE BASIC CONNECTION
The basic connection below (TV and VCR) is the most common
connection and is therefore used to illustrate asingle component
connection with your TV. For better sound and picture quality and
multiple component connection information refer to the next section,
Advanced Connections.
Cables
You will use the following type of cable to make your connection:
Coaxial Cables: In this connection, two Coaxial
Cables are used: one connects from an antenna,
cable, or cable box to the VCR, and one connects
from the VCR to the TV. These cables carry both
audio and video signals.
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How to View the VCR
To watch the VCR in this connection tune TV to
Channel 3 or 4.
Later, in the Interactive Setup section you will
program the TV to automatically tune to Channel 3 or
4 when you turn on the VCR.
Once you have completed this connection you may skip to Step 3,
"Connect the IR Controller."
IPlease note that models F25625 and /
F27625 do not include an S-Video jack or J
Audio Outputjacks.
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ADVANCED CONNECTIONS
Advanced connections give you better sound and video by separating
the audio and video signals and enabling you to connect multiple
components.
This section describes the types of inputs available on the back of your
TV and suggests ways you can use them for optimum performance.
Once you have made your connections
you will need to program the TV to tune
to the correct Video INPUT channel in
order to see and hear audio and video
from the component. You will program
this later in the Interactive Setup.
Back ofthe TV
The diagram below describes each of the back panel jacks. When
connecting A/V cables, be sure to connect corresponding OUTPUTS and
INPUTS (Video to Video, Right Audio to Right Audio, etc.).
VIDEO and Audio Inputs
Connect any one of the following components:
• VCR • Internet Access Device
• Laserdisc Player • DVD Player
• Satellite Receiver
To view the component connected to VIDEO,
use the WHO.INPUT button on the remote.
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VCR Control
Connect the GUIDE Plus+
system IR controller for
one-button recording
and channel tuning from
the GUIDE Plus+ system.
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* S-Video
This optional
connection can
be used for
better video
• quality picture.
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*Audio Outputs
Connect to an audio receiver or
amplifier for variable controlled
or fixed level stereo output.
CABLE/
ANTENNA
ICable/Antenna ]
Takes the signal input from a cable,
cable box, or an off-air antenna. Can also
be used for basic component connections.
* These features are not available in models F25625 and F27625.
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Sample Connections
The following are sample connection scenarios you may encounter when
connecting components to your TV. Note: those components which offer
an S-Video connection, such as DVD, VCR or satellite receivers, must
match their S-Video connection with their audio INPUT connection.
Cables
You will use the following types of cables to make your connection:
Coaxial Cables: Carries the signal from the
antenna or cable directly to the television or
through a cable box, as needed by your cable
system.
AudioNideo Cables: Carries audio and video
from a component to the TV.
S-Video Cable: Carries video from an S-Video
capable component which provides best picture
quality.
TV and Stereo VCR
Compared to the Basic Connection, using Audio/Video and
S-Video (if available) cables will enhance the sound and picture quality
from a component.
Cautions:
Position Cables to Avoid Audio Hum
or Interference
• Insert all cables firmly into jacks.
•Place the audio/video cables to the
sides of the TV's back panel instead of
straight down the middle.
•Try not to coil any twin-lead cables and
keep them away from the audio/video
cables.
Protect Your Components From
Overheating
•Do not block ventilation holes in any of
the components• Arrange the
components so that air can circulate
freely•
•Do not stack components.
•Allow adequate ventilation when
placing your components in a stand•
•Place an amplifier on the top shelf of
the stand so heated air rising from it
will not flow around other
components•
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IPlease note that models F25625 and |
F27625 do not include an S-Video jack or J
Audio Output jacks.
How to View Your VCR
To watch the VCR in this connection, press TV to put the
remote control into TV mode, then press WHO,INPUT to
toggle to the video (VID) inputs.
In the Interactive Setup section you can program the TV to
automatically tune to the VlD input channel when you turn
on the VCR.
Most Audio/Video cables are combined |
into one cable with three
J
heads on each end.
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• _ RFqht AudFo([e_RightAudio (red)
cables in these
sample connections. _ --
•Left Audio (white)
Either may be used,
but you must be sure to
connect Video to Video,
Right to Right and Left to Left.
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TV, VCR and Satellite Receiver
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA
SATELLITE RECEIVER
VCR 1
SATELLITE SIGNAL
How to View Your Components
To watch the satellite receiver in this connection,
press TV to put the remote control into TV mode,
then press WHO.iNPUT to scroll through the video
input channels until you tune to VID (or SVID)
input.
To watch the VCR in this connection, enter 03 to
tune to the VCR channel.
In the Interactive Setupyou can program the TV to
automatically tune to the correct input channel
when you turn on your component.
TV
Please note that models F25625 and |
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F27625 do not include an S-Video jack or J
Audio Output jacks.
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