RCA P52929 User manual

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Important Information
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.
This symbol indicates
"dangerous voltage" inside
the product that presents a
risk of electric shock or
personal injury.
This symbol indicates
important instructions
accompanying the product.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN
Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Attention: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne
correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqú au fond.
Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your product for its proper operating voltage.
FCC Regulations 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 logos, phone numbers, 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.
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: ___________________________________________________________________________________
G-LINK, VCR Plus+, C3, PlusCode, GUIDE Plus+ and GUIDE Plus+ Gold are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.
The VCR Plus+ and GUIDE Plus+ systems are manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation and VCR Index Systems B.V.,
respectively.
VCR required for recording.
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.

1
Table of Contents
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 G-LINK Cable ................................................... 9
How to Find the Remote Control Sensor ................................. 9
Step 4: Plug in the TV ..................................................................... 10
Step 5: Place Batteries in the Remote ........................................... 10
Step 6: Turn on the TV ................................................................... 10
On-Screen Program Guide ....................................................... 10
Step 7: Program the TV .................................................................. 10
Interactive Setup .................................................................... 11
Using Point and Select ................................................................... 12
Entering Setup ................................................................................ 12
Select a Language .......................................................................... 13
Auto Channel Search ..................................................................... 13
The GUIDE PIus+ System ................................................................ 14
Setting Up the GUIDE PIus+ System ........................................ 14
Setting the Time ............................................................................. 16
Setting the VCR1 Channel (auto tuning) ..................................... 16
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
Accessing the Video Input ....................................................... 23
Programming the Remote ............................................................. 24
Testing the Remote .................................................................. 24
Using Automatic Code Search ................................................. 24
Using the Remote to Control a Component .......................... 25
Modes of Operation ................................................................ 25
Front Panel ..................................................................................... 25
Features and Menus ............................................................... 27
Menus and Control Panels ............................................................. 28
Menus ....................................................................................... 28
Control Panels .......................................................................... 28

Table of Contents
2
Audio Menu .................................................................................... 29
Using the Remote to Select an Audio Processor .......................... 30
Picture Quality Menu ..................................................................... 30
Screen Menu ................................................................................... 31
Using Closed Captioning ......................................................... 31
Adjusting the Color Projection Tubes ..................................... 32
Advanced Convergence ........................................................ 33
Channel Menu ................................................................................ 33
Time Menu ...................................................................................... 35
Setup Menu .................................................................................... 35
Parental Controls and V-Chip ........................................................ 36
How V-Chip Works ................................................................... 36
V-Chip TV Rating Limit ............................................................ 37
V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ...................................................... 41
V-Chip Unrated Program Block ............................................... 42
Channel Block .......................................................................... 42
Front Panel Block ..................................................................... 42
Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ................................................ 42
About the GUIDE PIus+ System ..................................................... 43
Downloading Data .................................................................. 43
Grid Guide ................................................................................ 44
Sort ........................................................................................... 46
News ......................................................................................... 47
Schedule ................................................................................... 47
Messages .................................................................................. 48
Channels ................................................................................... 49
Setup ......................................................................................... 50
How to Get More Information About an Advertisement
or a Program ............................................................................ 50
PIP (Picture-in-Picture) Operation ................................................. 50
Channel Marker .............................................................................. 52
GUIDE PIus+ Menu Items ............................................................... 52
Reference ..................................................................................... 53
Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 53
Care and Cleaning .......................................................................... 55
Limited Warranty ........................................................................... 56
Accessory Information ................................................................... 58
Index ............................................................................................... 61

3
Setup and Connections
3
Getting started
This manual is designed to get you started quickly.
The first four sections of the manual show you how
to get your TV Set Up and Connected, run the
Interactive Setup, Program the Remote, and use all of
the Features and Menus 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.
Check out the notes that have been added
throughout the manual in these Tip
Boxes. There are some important
tips that will help you get the most from
your TV.
➣
Setup and connections
Interactive setup
1
2
➣➣
Features and Menus
Using the remote
3
4
Reference
5
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