Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product HD61LPW62 RCA
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r c a.c om Find Inside: • The DLP Experience ... page 1 • Connections ................. page 9 • Remote .......................... page 28 • Features ........................ page 36 • Menus ............................ page 48 • FA Q s ..
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1 Intr oduction Thank you for choosing RCA Congratulations on purchasing this RCA High Defi nition Television (HDTV) featuring T exas Instruments Digital Light Processing™ technology–a true viewing experience. Y our purchase decision represents an investment in a new generation of technology–DLP™ and HDTV .
2 Intr oduction Part 2: Why RCA HDTV is better DLP™ technology is just part of the story. Y ou have chosen to embark on the next generation of TV viewing–HDTV .
3 Intr oduction Digital Signal and Sound The analog television broadcast system that has been used in the United States for the past 50 years transmits signals as electronic waves. These waves can suffer degradation as the signal travels to your home.
4 Intr oduction Audio/Video Output Jacks Because the VCRs in most households are analog and can’t receive or record digital TV signals, recording digital TV broadcasts wasn’t possible without purchasing additional equipment. That’s why RCA added AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT jacks to this HDTV .
5 T able of Contents Introduction. .............................................................................................. 1 Chapter 1: Connections & Setup Things to Consider Before Y ou Connect .............................................
6 T able of Contents How V -Chip Works for the USA and Canada ................................................................................ 39 USA V -Chip TV Ratings ..................................................................................
Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. 7 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup rc a . co m Changing Entertainment. Again.
Connections & Setup 8 Chapter 1 Things to Consider Befor e Y ou Connect Protect Against Power Surges • Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet or power strip. NEVER plug your TV into an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch.
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 9 VIDEO AUDIO /VIDE DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT (OPTICAL) VIDE O A UDIO / VIDE D IGITA L A UDIO O UTPUT (O PTICAL) CABLE INPUT Choose Y our Signal The fi rst part of connecting your TV is to get a signal.
Connections & Setup 10 Chapter 1 Using the CableCARD Slot The CableCARD slot allows you to use a digital cable card to receive digital cable services, including premium and HDTV cable channels, without the need for a set-top box. Please contact your local cable company to obtain a digital cable card.
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 11 Jacks Used Cables Needed Go to... Component video page 12-13 page 14-15 2 sets of Composite page 16-17 HDMI™ OR HDMI Y Pb Pr Audio R and L Vide o Audio R and L Audio/Video Output HDMI/DVI INPUT Use menu for DVI audio.
Connections & Setup 12 Chapter 1 COMPO SITE IN PUT COMPONENT (1080i/720p/480p/480i)/COMPOSITE INPUTS INPUT 1 VIDEO L R INPUT 3 L R S-VIDEO CABLE INPUT VIDEO L R SUBWOOFER L R AUDIO /VID EO OUTPUT .
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 13 Green Blue Red Component Video cables (Y Pb Pr) are color coded- Green, Blue and Red White Red Audio cables are color coded- Red= right audio; white= left audio • If you are done connecting devices to your TV , go to page 19 to complete the Assisted Setup.
Connections & Setup 14 Chapter 1 COMPONENT VIDEO Y Pb Pr VIDEO INPUT L R AUDIO VIDEO OUTPUT S-VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO IN L R AUDIO L R AUDIO COMPO SITE IN PUT COMPONENT (1080i/720p/480p/480i)/COMPOSITE .
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 15 . White Red Ye l l o w Use one set of composite audio/video cables to connect to the TV’ s input; another set to connect to the TV’ s output.
Connections & Setup 16 Chapter 1 COMPO SITE IN PUT COMPONENT (1080i/720p/480p/480i)/COMPOSITE INPUTS INPUT 1 VIDEO L R INPUT 2 Y/VIDEO P B P R L R S-VIDEO CABLE INPUT VIDEO L R SUBWOOFER L R AUDIO.
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 17 HDMI cable HDMI/DVI adapter White Red Audio cables are color coded- Red= right audio; white= left audio HDMI cable • If you are done connecting devices to your TV , go to page 19 to complete the Assisted Setup. • T o fi nd out more about connecting audio/video receivers, go to the next page.
Connections & Setup 18 Chapter 1 Dolby and the double-D symbol are r egistered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. COMPO SITE IN PUT COMPONENT (1080i/720p/480p/480i)/COMPOSITE INPUTS INPUT 1 VIDEO L.
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 19 Ti p T o access the initial setup menus, press MENU and choose Assisted Setup. Ti p When remote batteries are low , the component button corresponding to the mode you’re in fl ashes when you press a button. Also, a message might appear on the TV screen and disappear within a few seconds.
Connections & Setup 20 Chapter 1 Ti p The fi rst Channel Search takes several minutes if the TV is searching for analog and digital channels, and cable and antenna inputs are being searched. Y ou may want to leave and come back later . Cancel Setup Continue Setup Go Back 2 1 0 Press 5 or 6 to point to an option, then press OK to select it.
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 21 Changing Channels Depending upon the type of signals you have connected to your HDTV , you might notice that the channels change slower than you’re used to. This is perfectly nor mal. Digital cable channels sometimes take longer to tune.
Connections & Setup 22 Chapter 1 COMPOSITE INPUT C OMPONENT (1080i/720p/480p/480i)/COMPOSITE INPUTS INPUT 1 VIDEO L R INPUT 2 Y/VIDEO P B P R L R S-VIDEO INPUT 3 Y/VIDEO P B P R L R S-VIDEO CABLE INPUT VIDEO L R SUBWOOFER L R AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT FIXED/V ARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT (OPTICAL) HDMI/DVI INPUT Use menu for DVI audio.
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 23 Ti p Inputs 2 and 3 can be used as either component video (Y PB PR ) inputs, composite video (Y/Video) inputs, or S-V ideo inputs. COM POS IT E IN PUT INPUT 1 VIDEO L R Y/VIDEO P B P R L R S-VIDEO CABLE INPUT ANTENNA INPUT VIDEO/AUDIO INPUTS INPUT 1 COMPOSITE INPUT Connect an NTSC (analog) device.
Connections & Setup 24 Chapter 1 VIDEO L R AUD IO /V IDE O OUTPUT SUBWOOFER L R FIXED/V ARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT AUDIO /VIDEO OUTPUTS AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT Connect a VCR or DVD-recorder to record digital and analog programs from the Cable or Antenna Input (excluding copy- protected programs and component video formats) while the TV is tur ned on.
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 25 M E N U C H C H V O L — V O L + P O W E R HEADPHONE L/MONO R IN AUDIO IN VIDEO CH CH VOL MENU/OK VOL Power Indicator Light Status On TV is on Off TV is off (standby mode) Blinks Light blinks 5 times, pauses, and blinks again 5 times: Lamp is trying to turn on.
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Chapter 2 r c a.c om Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. 27 Changing Entertainment. Again. Using the Remote Contr ol Chapter Overview: • The Buttons on the Remo.
28 Chapter 2 Using the Remote Contr ol Ti p s The device button corresponding to the mode you’re in fl ashes when the remote batteries are low and you press a button on the remote. Also, a message might appear on the TV screen and disappear within a few seconds.
Chapter 2 29 Using the Remote Contr ol INFO Brings up the Channel Banner with channel and viewing infor mation. Press again to remove the banner . INPUT T oggles through the TV’s available input sources ( INPUT 1, INPUT 2, INPUT 3, Fr ont Input, HDMI/DVI, and last-active channel).
30 Chapter 2 Using the Remote Contr ol Y ou’ll use these buttons when you pr ogram the remote for other devices. Pr ogramming the Remote to Operate Other Devices The universal remote can be programmed to operate many brands of remote- controllable VCRs, audio devices, DVD players, cable boxes, satellite receivers and other devices.
Chapter 2 31 Using the Remote Contr ol 3. Point the remote at the device, press and release PLA Y , then wait fi ve seconds or until the device button you’re trying to program stops fl ashing. At this time the remote control is searching for the correct code to program, so keep pointing it at the device.
32 Chapter 2 Using the Remote Contr ol Modes of Operation Because this universal remote can control several different devices (DVD player, VCR, cable box, etc.) it uses operational modes triggered by the device buttons. For example, if you want the remote control to operate the TV , press the TV button to put the remote into TV mode.
Chapter 2 33 Using the Remote Contr ol Deleting ALL V olume Punchthr ough Commands T o delete all programmed V olume Punchthrough settings and return the remote control back to the factory defaults, press and hold the VOL- button (the device button of the V olume Punchthrough lights).
34 Chapter 2 Using the Remote Contr ol DVD codes Programmable for DVD and AUX•HD buttons . DVD Aiwa ....................................................................3010, 3021 Apex .................................................................
Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. 35 Chapter 3 rc a . co m Changing Entertainment. Again. Using the TV’ s Featur es Chapter Overview: • About the Channel Ba.
Using the TV’ s Features 36 Chapter 3 About the Channel Banner The Channel Banner appears when you press the INFO button on the remote. If an icon in the channel banner is grayed out (dim), the feature is not available. The following list describes the items on the Channel Banner scr een (left to right and top to bottom).
Using the TV’ s Features Chapter 3 37 Ch 88 -888 WLPJ Cable Input 4:3 Normal 480i SD Listening to English in SRS MP AA - Not Rated 60 60 - 2 Digital or Analog TV Channels A single off-air antenna can pick up both analog and digital channels. Digital channels can be made up of primary channels and subchannels.
Using the TV’ s Features 38 Chapter 3 Par ental Controls The Par ental Controls menu allows you to progr am your TV so that children cannot see certain programs, channels, or use the buttons on the front of the TV .
Using the TV’ s Features Chapter 3 39 Editing Channels in the Channel Lists Channels can be edited through the Unlocked List and Locked List in the Cable and Antenna Channel List menus. Use the Unlocked List t o remove a channel if you no longer want it in your channel list because you don’t like the program, for example.
Using the TV’ s Features 40 Chapter 3 V -Chip Movie Rating V -Chip TV Rating Go Back 2 1 0 Press OK to set the age-based TV rating limit and content theme limit.
Using the TV’ s Features Chapter 3 41 Viewing Age-Based Ratings After you block age-based ratings, you have the option of changing some of the ratings back to Viewable (V) . 1. Determine which blocked rating you want to view. 2. Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight the rating with a status of Blocked .
Using the TV’ s Features 42 Chapter 3 Viewing Specifi c Content Themes If you block specifi c content themes, you have the option of going back and changing some of the content themes back to (V) .
Using the TV’ s Features Chapter 3 43 Canada V -Chip Canadian TV V-Chip supports two different Canadian rating systems: English and French. Adults . Programming intended for adults 18 and older . It may contain elements of violence, language, and sexual content which could make it unsuitable for viewers under 18.
Using the TV’ s Features 44 Chapter 3 Canada V -Chip The English or Fr ench Canada V-Chip TV Rating lets you decide which TV programs can and cannot be viewed. T o set TV programming limits: 1. Choose Par ental Controls from the Main menu. If Parental Contr ols (TV) have previously been locked, you must enter your password.
Using the TV’ s Features Chapter 3 45 Front Button Block Selecting this option lets you block (disable) or unblock (enable) the TV’s front buttons. The remote still tunes to any channel. Fr ont Panel Block can: • Keep children from watching TV when the parent is not present.
Using the TV’ s Features 46 Chapter 3 Channel 2, 3 or 4 Antenna Input Device is connected to the ANTENNA INPUT jack on the back of the TV , and you want the TV to tune to channel 2, 3, or 4 when you press the corresponding button on the remote.
Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. 47 Chapter 4 r c a.c om Changing Entertainment. Again. Using the TV’ s Menu System Chapter Overview: • Menus, On-Screen He.
48 Chapter 4 Using the TV’ s Menu System Ti p s A shortcut method to access a menu item is to press the number button on the remote that matches the number next to the on-screen menu. For example, in the Main Menu, press 2 to go straight to the Audio menu.
Chapter 4 49 Using the TV’ s Menu System Sliders Sliders are used to select a specifi c point of a control that has continuous levels. T o make adjustments: 1. Highlight the slider for the feature you want to adjust. 2. Press the up or down arrow button to adjust the indicator on a vertical slider .
50 Chapter 4 Using the TV’ s Menu System Pictur e Quality Menu The Pictur e Quality menu contains menus to confi gure video settings: Picture Settings, Pictur e Presets, Auto Color, Color W ar mth, Noise Reduction, Gr een Str etch, Edge Enhancement, Contrast Expand, and Advanced Settings.
Chapter 4 51 Using the TV’ s Menu System Picture Presets Picture Settings Go Back 2 1 0 Noise Reduction Color Warmth Auto Color 5 4 3 Green Stretch 6 Edge Enhancement 7 Contrast Expand 8 Advanced Settings 9 Main Menu 4 Picture Quality Press 5 or 6 to point to an option, then press OK to select it.
52 Chapter 4 Using the TV’ s Menu System Contrast Expand Contrast Expand makes the picture appear brighter by deepening the black parts of the picture. This also helps to maintain a more consistent black level from one scene to the next. The options are Off , Low , and High .
Chapter 4 53 Using the TV’ s Menu System Audio Processor Equalizer Presets Go Back 2 1 0 SAP Audio Mode Sound Logic 5 4 3 Balance 6 Audio Connections 7 Press or to point to an option, then press OK to select it. Press to return to the menu.
54 Chapter 4 Using the TV’ s Menu System Sound Logic Acting like a dynamic range limiter; it compresses the dynamic range to limit sudden volume increases (for example, the sudden increase in volume you sometimes hear when a commercial starts). Choose On or Off, depending on your preference.
Chapter 4 55 Using the TV’ s Menu System Audio Connections The Audio Connections option lets you set up input or outputs associated with audio. When you select Audio Connections , a submenu appears with options: Fixed/V ariable Out, Digital Audio Out, and DVI Audio Input.
56 Chapter 4 Using the TV’ s Menu System Go Back 0 Channel Search Signal Strength 2 1 Auto Tuning Signal Source 4 3 Special Features 5 Press OK to start a Channel Search using only the search features that are checked above.
Chapter 4 57 Using the TV’ s Menu System Signal Sour ce The Signal Source menu allows you to choose the source fr om which you would like the signal to come: Cable Input, Antenna Input, or Video Inputs. The same can be accomplished using the device buttons if you’ve set up Auto Tuning on the remote or by pressing the INPUT button.
58 Chapter 4 Using the TV’ s Menu System Assisted Setup 6 5 Preferences Connections 4 3 Parental Controls Audio 2 Picture Quality 1 Go Back 0 Main Menu Press OK or 4 to access the Preferences menu. •Closed Captioning: Choose the look and type of captions.
Chapter 4 59 Using the TV’ s Menu System 6 5 Translucency Color Scheme 4 3 Time Me nu Screen Format 2 Closed Captioning 1 Go Back 0 Main Menu The Closed Captioning menu lets you set preferences for how captions look and act.
60 Chapter 4 Using the TV’ s Menu System Analog Captions Caption Display Go Back 5 4 3 2 1 0 Caption Style Caption Priority Digital Captions Main Menu 4 Preferences 4 Closed Captioning Use the digital captions if available, otherwise use analog Use the analog captions at all times Press 5 or 6 to point to an option, then press OK to select it.
Chapter 4 61 Using the TV’ s Menu System 6 5 Translucency Color Scheme 4 3 Time Menu Screen Format 2 Closed Captioning 1 Go Back 0 Main Menu 4 Preferences 7 Menu Language Lamp Power Screen format determines the format and size of the picture on the display screen.
62 Chapter 4 Using the TV’ s Menu System 6 5 Translucency Color Scheme 4 3 Time Me nu Screen Format 2 Closed Captioning 1 Go Back 0 Main Menu 4 Preferences 7 Menu Language Lamp Power Press 5 or 6 to point to an option, then press OK to select it. Press 4 to return to the menu.
Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. 63 Chapter 5 Other Information r c a.c om Changing Entertainment. Again. Other Information Chapter Overview: • Fr equently A.
Other Information 64 Chapter 5 Fr equently Asked Questions (F AQs) What’s the quickest way to view High Defi nition (HD) video? Connect an off-air antenna to the ANTENNA INPUT to view local digital channels. Y ou might need to purchase an antenna. Go to page 9 for more information.
Other Information Chapter 5 65 T r oubleshooting Most problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected by consulting the following troubleshooting list.
Other Information 66 Chapter 5 TV turns on unexpectedly • W ake-Up Timer may have been activated. Go to page 61 for instructions. • Initial Channel feature is enabled and you lost power to your TV .
Other Information Chapter 5 67 No sound, picture okay • Maybe the sound is muted. Try pressing the volume up button to restore sound. • Maybe the speakers are turned off in the Audio Connections menu. Check the FIXED/V ARIABLE OUT control panel in the Audio Connections menu.
Other Information 68 Chapter 5 Problems with HDMI/DVI Connection • The HDMI/DVI jack is not intended to be used with a computer . Disconnect the computer if it’s connected to the jack. • Make sure the HDMI or DVI device is turned on and the cables are fi rmly connected.
Other Information Chapter 5 69 Wha t you’ll need to get started: • T o order the correct lamp, you’ll need to know your TV’s model number , serial number , and lamp type—this information is listed on the Service Model Number sticker (example of the sticker is shown at left).
Other Information 70 Chapter 5 HDTV Specifi cations ** T uning Capability Channel Tuning ........................................................................ NTSC/A TSC/64 QAM - 256 QAM Digital Cable Compatibility ................................
Other Information Chapter 5 71 Convenience Auto Channel Search ............................................................ Y es Multilingual On-screen Display ............................................ English, French, Spanish Auto Tuning .........
Other Information 72 Chapter 5 RG-6 Coaxial Burial Cable with weatherpr oof “F” connectors. VHD905 $5.95 Accessory Information Below are accessories available to complement your product. Prices are subject to change without notice. All accessories ar e subject to availability.
Other Information Chapter 5 73 Limited W arranty What your warranty covers: • Defects in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • One year from date of purchase for labor . • One year from date of purchase for parts. • One year from date of purchase for light engine and lamp assembly.
Other Information 74 Chapter 5 Car e and C leaning CAUTION: Turn OFF your TV before cleaning. Y ou can clean the TV as required, using a soft lint-free cloth. Be sure to occasionally dust the ventilation slots in the cabin et to help assure adequate ventilation.
Index Chapter 5 75 Symbols 3:2 pulldown 52 A Accessories 72 Action buttons 49 Advanced Settings 52 Age-based rating Blocking 41 Viewing 41 Age-based ratings Canada, English 43 Canada, French 44 USA 40 Analog captions 59 Analog TV channel 37 ANT•CAB button 28 Antenna Ch.
Index 76 Chapter 5 E EAS 46 Edge Enhancement 51 Emergency Alert System 46 Equalizer presets 53 F F AQs 64 FCC information 74 Regulations i Statement 8 Film Mode 52 Fixed/V ariable Out 55 FlexWide, scr.
Index Chapter 5 77 Smoothing Adjust 52 Sound Mono 53 Problems 67 SRS 53 Stereo 53 SOUND button 29 Sound Logic 54 Sound mode icons 36 Special Features 58 Specifi cations 70 Back panel 71 Front panel 7.
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