RCA F27650 User manual

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Please read this manual before
operating this product for the
first time.
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this product to rain or moisture.
_ 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.
_k This symbol indicates
"dangerous voltage" inside
the product that presents a
risk of electric shock or
_k This symbol indicates
important instructions
accompanying the product.
personal injury.
Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of
plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Power Consumption: 120V ~60 Hz A.C. 128W (model
F27650), 142W (model F32650), 146W (model F36650)
Attention: Pour _viter leschocs electriques, introduire
la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne
correspondante de la prise et pousser jusq0 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.
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 Iogos, phone
numbers, etc. may cause similar damage. This damage is not
covered by your warranty.
Cable TV Installer: This reminder isprovided 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 (packed separately) and return it immediately. Returning the card
allows us to contact you if needed.
Product Information
Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record
the serial and model numbers in case you need them. These numbers are located on the product.
Model No.
Serial No.
Purchase Date:
Dealer/Address/Phone:
VCRPlus+,C_,PlusCode,G-LINK,and GUIDEPlus+aretrademarksof GemstarDevelopmentCorporation.
TheVCRPlus+and GUIDEPlus+systemsare manufacturedunder licensefrom GemstarDevelopmentCorporation and VCRIndex
SystemsB.V.,respectively.
THOMSON MULTIMEDIA INC. AND GEMSTAR ARE NOT IN ANY WAY LIABLE FOR THE ACCURACY OF THE
PROGRAM INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THE GUIDE PLUS+ SYSTEM. IN NO EVENT SHALL THOMSON
MULTIMEDIA INC. OR GEMSTAR BE LIABLE FOR ANY AMOUNT REPRESENTING LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF
BUSINESS, OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROVISION
OR USE OF ANY INFORMATION, EQUIPMENT, OR SERVICES RELATING TO THE GUIDE PLUS+ SYSTEM.
VCRrequiredfor recording.

Key Features Overview
Your "IV is equipped with features that will add to your "IV viewing experience. The tSllowing
intSrmation summarizes a few of these features. Chapter 3 provides more int_mqation about the
rest of the TV's features and how to use the_:q.
On-screen Program Guide
Description: The GUIDE Plus+ TM system is an on-screen interactiw: list of
programs and intSrmation that is built into your "IV. You can scroll through the
guide to see what's on and tune directly to that program from the guide. You
can also browse programs by categoly wilh the sort l_:ature.
When you access the News feature, MSNBC appears in your video window if it's
available through your "IV.
One-Touch VCR Recording is another benefit of the GUIDE Plus+ system. You
don't have to re1:qe_:qberto progm_:q your VCR or use lhe menus in your VCR to
set up a recording.
Requirements:
• Complete the on-screen interactive setup. You'll find detailed insu'uctions in
Chapter 1.
• One-Touch VCR Recording: You must connect the G-L1NKTM cable to the "IV
and place one of the wands in front of the remote sensor on the VCR.
• If you have a cable box, connect the G-LINK cable to |he "IV and place one
of the wands in front of the remote sensor on the cable box.
V-Chip: Parental Controls
Description: You can block programs and movies by content, age-based
ratings, and/or movie ratings.
Requirements:
• Set up the Parental ControL_ menu in the TV's main menu (Chapter 3
has details).
• The broadcasters must use the rating system when they send the program
to your "IV in order for your "lV to block the program.
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Auto Tuning
Description: Allows you to set up the TV to autornatically tune to a specific
channel when you press a cerVain component (VCR, DVD player, etc.) button on
the remote.
Requirements: Set up Auto 7)_ning in the TV's 1:qenu system. (Chapter 3
has details).
VIDEO R-AUDIO-L
Y PB PR
Component (Y, Pn, PR) Jacks
Description: When connecting a component with Y, Pm PRjacks to the TV,
provides optimum picture quality because d_e vide() is separated into three
signals.
Requirements: Use three video-grade cables for the connection. Make sure to
connect the left and right audio to the R-AUD10-L INPUT2 jacks.
VPORT
VPORT Jack
Description: Allows you Io connect an Xbox TM vide() game console or a
component, such as a DVD player, to the TV.
Requirements:
• When connecting an Xbox video game console to the TV, use only an Xbox
to VPORT cable (Chapter 1 has details).
• When connecting a DVD player, for example, to the "IV, use only the
Component video to VPORT cable. The DVD player must have Y, P,_,P_
jacks (Chapter 1 has details).
"Xbox is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation in fl_e United States and/or other
countries."
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Introduction
Key Features Overview .................................................................................................... 1
On-screen Program Guide ......................................................................................... 1
V-Chip: Parental Controls ........................................................................................... 1
Auto Tuning ................................................................................................................ 2
Component (Y, PB,PR)Jacks....................................................................................... 2
VPORT Jack ................................................................................................................. 2
Chapter 1: Connections & Setup
Things to Consider Before You Connect ......................................................................... 6
Protect Against Power Surges ................................................................................... 6
Protect Components from Overheating ................................................................... 6
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference ............................................ 6
Important Stand and BaseSafety Information ........................................................ 6
Use Indirect Light ....................................................................................................... 6
Connection Pictures ................................................................................................... 6
Demo Pin .................................................................................................................... 6
Choose Your Connection .................................................................................................. 7
TV + VCR + DVD Player ..................................................................................................... 9
TV + VCR .......................................................................................................................... 10
Using the VPORT Jack..................................................................................................... 11
Jacks on the Back of the TV ........................................................................................... 12
Why You Should Connect This G-LINK Cable ............................................................... 13
How to Find the Remote Sensor ............................................................................. 13
Placing the G-LINK Wands ....................................................................................... 13
Plug in the TV .................................................................................................................. 14
Put Batteries in the Remote ........................................................................................... 14
How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Interactive Setup ......................... 14
Turn on the TV ................................................................................................................ 14
Complete the Interactive Setup ..................................................................................... 15
Set the Menu Language .......................................................................................... 15
Complete Auto Channel Search .............................................................................. 15
The GUIDE Plus+ System Setup ................................................................................ 15
What to Expect ............................................................................................................... 20
Next Steps ....................................................................................................................... 20
Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control
The Buttons on the Remote Control ............................................................................. 22
Using the WHO.INPUT Button ................................................................................ 23
Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components ......................................... 24
Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote ....................................................... 24
How to Program the Remote .................................................................................. 24
How to Use the Remote After You've Programmed It ................................................ 25
Remote Codes ................................................................................................................. 25
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Chapter 3: Using the TV's Features
About the GUIDE Plus+ System ..................................................................................... 28
Downloading Data ................................................................................................... 28
Getting In & Out of the GUIDE Plus+ System ......................................................... 29
The GUIDE Plus+ System Menus .............................................................................. 29
Grid Guide ................................................................................................................ 29
Sort ............................................................................................................................ 31
News .......................................................................................................................... 32
Schedule .................................................................................................................... 32
Messages ................................................................................................................... 33
Channels ................................................................................................................... 34
Setup ......................................................................................................................... 34
How to Get More Information About an Advertisement or a Program ............... 35
Promotions ............................................................................................................... 35
GUIDE Plus+ Menu Items ............................................................................................... 35
Channel Banner .............................................................................................................. 36
Why You Should Use the Auto Tuning Feature ............................................................ 36
How to Set Up the Auto Tuning Feature ................................................................ 36
Parental Controls and V-Chip ......................................................................................... 38
How V-Chip Works ................................................................................................... 38
V-Chip TV Rating Limit ............................................................................................. 39
Blocking Specific Content Themes .......................................................................... 41
Viewing Specific Content Themes ........................................................................... 42
V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ....................................................................................... 43
V-Chip Unrated Program Block ............................................................................... 44
Channel Block ........................................................................................................... 44
Front Panel Block ..................................................................................................... 45
Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ................................................................................ 45
Chapter 4: Using the TV's Menu System
How to Use Your TV's Menu System ............................................................................. 48
Audio Menu .................................................................................................................... 48
Picture Quality Menu ..................................................................................................... 49
Screen Menu ................................................................................................................... 50
Using Closed Captioning ................................................................................................ 51
Channel Menu ................................................................................................................. 52
Time Menu ...................................................................................................................... 52
Chapter 5: Other Information
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................. 54
Care and Cleaning .......................................................................................................... 56
The Front of Your TV ...................................................................................................... 57
Limited Warranty ............................................................................................................ 57
Accessory Order Form .................................................................................................... 59
Index ................................................................................................................................ 61
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Connections & Setup
Chapter Overview:
• Things to Consider Before You Connect
•Choose Your Connection
•Connections
•Using the VPORT Jack
•Jacks on the Back of the TV
•Why You Should Connect This G-LINK Cable
•Plug in theTV
•Put Batteries in the Remote
•How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the
Interactive Setup
•Turn on theTV
•Complete the Interactive Setup
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Things to Consider Before You Connect
Protect Against Power Surges
•Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet.
•Turn off die TV and/or component belbre you connect or disconnect any cables.
• Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important
Safeguards sheet packed with your TV.
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.
• When 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 Properly to Avoid Audio Interference
• Insert each cable firmly into the designated iack.
• If you place components above the TV, route all cables down the side of the back of the
TV instead of straight down the middle of the back of the TV.
• If your antenna uses 300-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil the cables. Also, keep the twin
lead cables away from audio/video cables.
Important Stand and Base Safety Information
Choose the location for your TV carefully. Place the "1_ on a stand or base that is of adequate
size and slrength 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 hnportant Safeguards
sheet packed will] your TV.
Use Indirect Light
Don't place the TV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward d_e screen. Use sot_
or indirect lighting.
Connection Pictures
Audio/vMeo cables are usually bundled together. For better visibility, the connection pictures in
this book show each cable separately (audio left, audio right, and video).
Demo Pin
You must remove the Demo Pin from the G-LINK iack on the back of
your "IV in order for your TV to operate properly and to connect the
G-LINK cable.
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Choose Your Connection
"II_ere are several ways to connect your TV. Please use the following chart to determine which
connection is best for you. Proceed to the appropriate page and connect your TV.
Note: If you prefer, we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service Representative who
will visit your home for a fee to install your electronic entertainment system and to instruct you in its
operation. For details about this service, call 1-888-206-3359.
Components Connection
Title
TV + VCR+ DVD
TV + VCR
Cables
Needed
Coaxial
Audio/video
S-Video
Component video
G-LINK cable
Coaxial
Audio/video
G-UNK cable
pages 8-9
page 10
Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV
"II_e pictures below show the cables needed for the connections represented in this book.
Notes: Audio/Video cables (A!V cables for short) are usually sold as a bundled set, but the connection
pictures in this book show each cable separately for better visibility.
Please locate the G-LINK cable (provided) when you're getting ready to set up your TV. You need to
connect this cable to your TV, and to your VCR and/or cable box in order for all of the features of the
program guide to work properly.
G-LINK cable Audio/Video cables
Coaxial cable S-Video cable
Component video (Y, Pe, P_)
cables Component video to VPORT cable Xbox to VPORT cable
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VCR
VIDEO AUDIO
ODT_
RL
RL
TV (backpanel)
AHTERNA
DVD
orAntenna
*If you connect an S-Video cable, you must
connect the audio cables to the INPUT1 AUDIO
R and L jacks on the back of the TV, not the
INPUT2 AUDIO jacks.
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TV + VCR + DVD Player
1. Connect your TV to your DVD player
A. Connect the audio cables (while and red) to the INPUT2 AUDIO R and L jacks on the
back of the TV and to the Audio Output Jacks on the DVD player.
B. If your DVD player has Component Output Jacks (Y, P,_,PR), connect three video grade
cables to the Y, P_, PRiacks on the DVD player and to the Y, Pm Pu jacks on the back of
the "IV. If your DVD player doesn't have Y, Pm Pu jacks, go to C.
-OR-
C. If your DVD player has an S-Video iack, connect an S-Video cable to the S-Video iack on
the DVD player and the S-VIDEO jack on the back of the TV. If your DVD player doesn't
have an S-Video jack, go to D.
Note: If you connect an S-Video cable, you must connect the audio cables to the INPUTI AUDIO Rand
Liacks on the back of the TV, _ the INPUT2 AUDIO jacks,
-OR-
D. Connect a video cable (yellow) to the Video Output Jack on the DVD player and to the
INPUT2 VIDEO iack on the back of the TV.
2. Connect your TV to your VCR
Connect a coaxial cable to the CABLE/ANTENNA iack on your "IV and to the Output Jack
on your VCR (sometimes labeled OUT TO "IV).
Note: If your VCRhas AN input iacks,you can connect your TV to your VCRusing audio/video cables
for better quality,
3. Connect cable or antenna to your VCR
Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet or antenna to the Input Jack on your VCR
(sometimes labeled 1N FROM ANTENNA or IN FROM ANT).
4. Connect the G-LINK cable to the TV
If you haven't already done so, remove the Demo Pin from the G-LINK jack. Then, connect
the G-LINK cable to the G-LINK jack on the "IV. Next step, place one of the wands of the
G-LINK cable to work wilh your VCR (instructions are on page 13).
Go to page 13
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TV(backpanel)
FromCable
or Antelzna
TV + VCR
1. Connect your TV to your VCR
2.
A. Connect a coaxial cable to the CABLE/ANTENNA iack on your "lW and to the Output Jack on
your VCR (sometimes labeled OUT TO "lW).
B. Connect the audio/video cables. Connect audio cables (white and red) to the INPUT1 AUDIO
R and L jacks on the back of the TV and to lhe Audio Output Jacks on the VCR (sometimes
labeled OUT R L).
C. Connect the video cable (yellow) to the INPUT1 VIDEO iack on the back of the TV and to d_e
Vide() Output Jack on lhe VCR.
Connect cable or antenna to your VCR
Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet or antenna to the Input Jack on your VCR
(sometimes labeled IN FROM ANTENNA or IN FROM ANT).
3. Connect the G-LINK cable to the TV
If you haven't already done so, remove the Demo Pin from the G-LINK jack. Then, connect fl_e
G-LINK cable to the G-LINK iack on the TV. Next step, place one of the wands of the G-LINK
cable to work with your VCR (instructions are on page 13).
Go to page 13
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Xbox
DVD
TV(backpanel
@FromCable,
CableBOL
orAntenna
Component video
to VPORT cable
(not supplied)
Xbox to VPORT
cable (not
supplied)
Using the VPORT Jack
The VPORT jack lets you connect an Xbox video game console to the TV using an Xbox to VPORT
cable (not provided). Go to the Accessory Order Form on page 59 to purchase the Xbox to VPORT
cable. You can also connect a component, such as a DVD player, lhat has component video iacks
(Y, P_, PR) using a Component video to VPORT cable (not provided). When using the Component
video to VPORT cable, make sure to connect the left and right audio cables to lhe component in
order for the "IV to receive sound.
Note: The VPORT jack cannot be used for game consoles other than the Xbox video game console,
1. Connect Tour TV to a DVD, player
Use a Component video to VPORT cable (not provided) to connect your "IV to anolher
component, such as a DVD player, that has Y, P_, P_ iacks.
Connect the Component video to VPORT cable to the VPORT iack on the back of lhe "IV.
Connect the other ends of lhe Component video to VPORT cable to the Y, P,_,PR and the Audio
Output Jacks on the back of the DVD.
-OR-
2. Connect your TV to an Xbox video game console
)
Connect the end of an Xbox to Vt ORT cable (not provided) labeled "IV to the VPORT jack on
lhe back of the "IV and the olher end to the corresponding jack on the back of the Xbox video
game console.
Note: If you have an audio receiver, you might be able to connect a digital audio cable to the digital audio
jack that's on the VPORT cable,
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Jacks on the Back of the TV
"II_is section describes each of the jacks on the back of the TV. When connecting A/V cables, be
sure to connect corresponding outputs to inputs (video to video, right audio to right audio, etc.)
VPORT Go to page 11 for VPORT explanation.
G-LINK Connect the end of the G-LINK cable (provided) to this jack. "II_eG-LINK cable
enables the lW's GUIDE Plus+ system to interact with ll_e cable box and/or the VCR. A picture
of the G-LINK cable is on page 7.
CABLE/ANTENNA Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from the antenna,
cable or cable box.
R-AUDIO-L
S-VIDEO@
VIDEO R-AUDIO-L
Y PB PR
INPIJrl Lets you connect a component such as a VCR, DVD player, satellite
receiver or laserdisc player.
• VIDEO provides composite vide() connection. "II_evideo connector is
usually yellow.
• R AUDIO provides fight audio connection. The right audio connector is
usually red.
• L AUDIO provides let't audio connection. The let't audio connector is usually
white.
S-VIDEO provides better picture quality than the regular video iacks
(INPUT1 and INPUT 2 VIDEO) because the color part of lhe signal is
separated from the black and while part of the picture. When using S-Video,
make sure to connect left and right audio cables to llle R-AUDIO-L INPUT1
iacks.
INPUT2 Lets you connect a second component such as a VCR, internet access
device, DVD player, or laserdisc player. Its AUDIO and VIDEO iacks are the
same as described for 1NPUT1 above.
Y, P, P (Component Video) provides optimum picture quality because the
video is separated into fllree signals. Use fllree video-grade cables for llle
conneclion. When using Y, P_, P_, make sure to connect left and right audio
cables to the R-AUD10-L 1NPUT2 jacks.
AUDIO_
AUDIO OUT R/L Lets you connect an amplifier or audio receiver for improved
sound qualily.
Note: You might want to turn off the TV'sspeakersfrom the Audio Menu. Goto
page 49 for more information.
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Why You Should Connect This G-LINK Cable
The G-LINK cable enables the GUIDE Plus+ system (the on-screen interactive program guide)
to work with your VCR and/or cable box.
Cable Box - If your "IN is connected to a cable box you must connect the G-LINK cable to
receive TV progrmtr_ listings for your area, and to tune directly to a channel when the program
guide is on your TV screen.
¥Cll- If your TV is connected to a VCR and you don't connect the G-LINK cable, one-touch
VCR recording won't work. "II_e other features of the guide will work properly.
2.
G-LINK wands
How to Find the Remote Sensor
You have Io place lhe G-LINK wands in front of the remote sensor on the VCR and/or cable box.
Some cable boxes and VCRs have lhe remote sensor labeled on the unil. If the remote sensor isn't
labeled on your VCR and/or cable box, you need to use the remote control that came with the VCR
and/or cable box to locate the sensor.
1. Turn olt" lhe VCR and/or cable box.
Hold lhe remote conlrol (not lhe one that came will] your "IN, but the one that came will] the
cable box and/or VCR to which you're at"taching lhe G-LINK cable) so that it is touching the
front of lhe component.
3. Slowly move the remote control across the l¥ont of lhe component (VCR or cable box) while
you press the power button on and off'. You must press and release the power button each time
you move the remote (holding down the button won't work).
II II
4. When lhe component turns on, you've located lhe remote sensor.
Tip
If you don't have both a
cable box and a VCR
connected to your T_,just
coil the cable of the extra
G-LINK wand with a twist
tie and leave it behind the
T_
Placing the G-LINK Wands
Place the G-LINK wands in front of the remote sensor on your VCR and/or cable box approximately
one inch away from the remote sensor (see instructions below).
TV(l_ackpanel)
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Plug in the TV
Plug the end of the power cord into the wall outlet. Match the wide [)lade of the plug with the
wide slot in ll_e outlet. Insert the plug completely into the outlet.
Put Batteries in the Remote
1. Remove the battery compamnent cover on tlle remote.
2. Insert new batteries. Match the polarities (+ and -) on tlle batteries with tlle
diagram on the remote.
3. Put the battery compartment cover back on the remote.
Use the arrow buttons and the OK
button to move through the menu
system.
How to Use the Remote Control to
Complete the Interactive Setup
"II_e technical term is "Navigation" - how you move through the on-screen
menus. "II_e theo W is the same throughout the menu screen.s: highlight your
choice and select it.
To highlight an item on-screen, press the arrow buttons on the remote. Use the
up or down arrow button to move up or down* Use the right or leli arrow
button to move right or let'L
To select the item that you've highlighted, press OK.
Note: Highlighted means that the menu item stands out from other menu items on
the list (appears darker, brighter, or adifferent color).
Turn on the TV
Press the "IV butlon on lhe remote control or the POWER butlon on the TV (lhe
first screen of the Interactive Setup appears). The menu screens "time out" at'ter
a period of time if you don't make a selection. The tips in this section tell you
how to access the Setup menu screens manually.
Note: Pressingthe TVbutton not only turns on the TV,but puts the remote into TV
mode "TV mode" meansthat the buttons on the remote control operate the TV's
functions
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Toaccessthe setup menus manually,
press MENU and choose Setup.
Complete the Interactive Setup
The menu system in your "IV allows the TV's features to work properly. We call
it the "interactive setup" because the TV asks you questions, you answer, and
the TV makes ll_e appropriate adjusunents. The first time you turn on your "IV,
the setup screens appear automatically.
Set the Menu Language
The first part of the SETUP asks you to select your preferred language for the
menu system.
1. Highlight your preferred language for the menu system.
2. Press OK to select that language.
Complete Auto Channel Search
The next part of the Sk'TUPasks if you want the TV to search for all available
channels. This is sometimes called "auto programming."
1. Press OK to tell the TV to begin searching for channels. A progress report
appears on the screen.
2. When the screen on the "IV tells you the search is complete, press OK (the
first GUIDE Plus+ system setup screen appears).
Note: If you skip Auto ChannelSearch now, you can accessit later through the
Channel menu SeeChapter 4for more details
If you move to a new zip or postal code,
or if any of your information changes,
you need to accessthe setup screens
from the TV'smain menu-- press MENU,
choose GUIDE Plus+Menu, and choose
GUIDE Plus+Setup.
The GUIDE Plus+ System Setup
The GUIDE Plus+ system is an on-screen interactive program guide that lists
what shows are on TV in your area. In order to receive program listings, you
need to complete tl_e following steps.
The G-LINK cable must be connected to the back of your "IV, and the wands
must be placed in front of the remote sensor on your cable box and/or VCR in
order for the GUIDE Plus+ system to work (go back to page 13 for details).
1. You should see a screen displaying the features of the Guide Plus+ system.
Press OK to continue.
2. The next screen asks you to locate setup materials and hardware. Once you
have done this, press OK to continue.
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Step 1: Identifying Your TV's Location
1. If your country is highlighted, press OK on the remote control.
If your countl T isn't highlighted, press the up or down arrow button on ll]e
remote conlrol to highlight your countl T and press OK.
2. Use ll]e number buttons on your remote to enter your zip code.
Press OK when you're finished.
Note: if your postal code contains letters, press the up and down arrow buttons on
your remote to enter letters, and press the right arrow button to go to the next
space, The left arrow button moves you to the left.
Step 2: Configuring for Cable
The next series of screens asks you about your cable setup. To supply your "IV
with the correct TV program listings, the GUIDE Plus+ system needs to know if
your "IV is connected to cable.
1. If your "IV is connected to cable, highlight Yes and press OK.
If your "IV isn't connected to cable, highlight 51oand press OK (STEP 3:
Co*TfigurhTg,fi_r a VCR appears). Go to page 18.
2. If you have a cable box connected to this TV, highlight Yes and press OK on
your remote control.
Note: The next series of screensisvery important because the GUIDE Plus+system
must find the correct cable box information in order to receive the correct TV
program listings,
If you don't have a cable box connected to this TV, highlight No and
press OK (STEP 3: ConfiguringfiJr a VCR appears). Go to page 18.
Tip
If you're nat sure which channel is the
cable box's output channel, consult the
book that came with your cable box or
contact your cable company.
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,Highlight the channel to which you have to rune your TV in order to see
cable programming, and press OK (a screen appeai=s reminding you to
connect your G-LINK cable to your "IV and cable box).
Notes: Channel 03 isthe most common.
ChooseVideo1/AUX if your cable box isconnected to your TV with audio/video
cables instead of a coaxial cable Go to page 7 for pictures of these cables.
4. Highlight your brand of cable box, and press OK.
If your brand isn't listed, highlight Not Listed and press OK.
5, Make sure your cable box is on.
Tune the cable box to channel 02 (use the remote control lhat came with
your cable box, or press the channel buttons on the cable box).
Press OK (the GUIDE Plus+ system starts testing codes).
Important Note: When code testing is in progress, don't touch your TV,VCR,cable
box or any of the remote controls for these products.
,Look at your cable box. If it is slill on and changed to channel 09, the test
was successful. Highlight Yes, and press OK (STEP 3: Configuri*Tg fi)r a VCR
aOOea_).
If your cable box didn't change to channel 09 or turned itself off, you have
two choices: No and Test this code again.
Test this code again: If you think the TV, the cable box, or any of the
remote controls might have been touched or bumped during the test,
highlight Test this code again and press OK (the GUIDE Plus+ system runs
the same set of codes).
No: If you don't think the test was interrupted, highlight No and press OK
(GUIDE Plus+ system tests the next code).
Repeat the previous instructions until the "IV finds the correct cable box
code. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Note: If the TVcan'tfind yourcableboxcode, a troubleshooting checklistappears,
Carefully revieweachchecklistand follow the instructionsonthe screen
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Step 3: Configuring for a VCR
1. If your "IV is connected to a VCR, press OK (a screen appears reminding
you to connect your G-LINK cable to your "IV and VCR).
If it is not, highlight No and press OK.
2. Use llle up and down aITOWbuttons to highlight the brand of your VCR that
is connected to the TV and press OK.
If your brand isn't listed, highlight Not Listed and press OK.
.Tune your VCR to channel 02. Next, turn OFF your VCR. When you
complete these steps, press OK to begin testing.
Important Note: When code testing isin progress, don't touch your TV,VCR,or
any of the remote controJs for these products.
4. Look at llle front of your VCR. If your VCR turned on automatically and
changed [o channel 09, the test was successtZfl. Highlight Yes and
press OK.
If your VCR didn't change to channel 09, you can eilher choose No or Test
this code again.
If you think your TV or remotes might have been touched during the test,
tune your VCR to channel 02, turn off your VCR and highlight Test this
code again.
If you don't think tlle test was interrupted, highlight No. Tune your VCR to
channel 02 and turn off your VCR. Press OK ([he GUIDE Plus+ system starts
testing another set of codes.)
Keep following the previous insu'uctions until the VCR finds the
correct code.
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