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To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this TV to rain or moisture.
_To
reduce the risk of electric
shock, do not remov
cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing
to qualified
service personnel.
_i
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 prevent
electric
shock, match wide
blade
plug to wide
slot, fully
insert.
Attention:
Pour _viter
les chocs _lectriques,
introduire
la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne
correspondante
de la prise et pousser jusq_ au fond.
Refer to the
identificationlrating
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.
If fixed
(non-moving)
images
are left
on the
screen for long periods
they
may
be permanently
imprinted
on the picture
tube.
Such
images
include
network
Iogos0 phone
numbers,
and video
games.
This damage
is not covered
by your
warranty.
Extended
viewing
o
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 I) which
provides
guidelines
for proper
grounding
an
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 if needed.
Keep your sales receipt
to obtain
warranty
parts and service and for
proof
of purchase.
Attach
it here and recor
the serial and model
numbe'rs in case you need them.
The numbers
are located on the back of the television.
Model
No.
Serial No.
Purchase Date:
DealerlAddresslPhone:
G-LINK, VCR Plus+, C3, PlusCode, GUIDE Plus+, and GUIDE Plus+ Gold are trademarks
of Gemstar
Development
Corporation.
The GUIDE Plus+ Gold system is manufactured
under
license f'rom Index Systems Inc.
Thomson
Consumer
Electronics
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
Consumer
Electronics
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.
Your "IV is equipped
\vith features
that will ad to your TV watching
experience.
Tile following
informatiou
sunnnarizes
a tk'\_ of these
l_:atures. Chapter
2 provides
more
information
about
the
rest of the TV's f_aturL's and how to use thein.
Late Night Conan
On-screen
Program
Guide
Description:
The GUIDE Plus+ system
is an on-screen
interactive
list of
programs
and information
that is buih into your TV. You can scroll through
the
guide to see what's
on and tune directly
to that program
fiom the guide.
Dm
can also browse
programs
by category
with the sort feature.
When
you access the Natty" feature,
MSNBC will appear
in your video window
if
it's available
through
your TV.
One-Touch
VCR Recording
is another
benefit
of the GUIDE Plus+ system.
You
don't
have to remember
to program
your VCR or use the menus
in your VCR to
set up a recording.
Requirements:
•
Remove
the Demo
Pin from the G-LINK jack.
•
Complete
the on-screen
interactive
setup.
You'll find detailed
instructions
in
Chapter
1.
•
One-Touch
VCR Recording:
You must
connect
the G-LINK cable to the TV
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 the TV 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
Controls menu
in the TV's main menu
(Chapter
2 has
details).
•
The broadcasters
must use the rating system
when
they send the program
to
your TV in order for your TV to block the program.
Key Features Overview
..........................................................................................
. ......... 1
On-screen Program Guide .........................................................................................
1
V-Chip: Parental
Controls
...........................................................................................
I
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 Base Safety
Information
........................................................
6
Use Indirect
Light
.......................................................................................................
6
Demo Pin ....................................................................................................................
6
Choose Your Connection
..................................................................................................
7
Connection:
TV + VCR .......................................................................................................
8
Connection:
TV Only .........................................................................................................
9
Connection:
TV + VCR + Satellite
Receiver
...................................................................
11
The Front of Your TV ......................................................................................................
12
Why You Should
Connect
This G-LINK Cable ...............................................................
13
How to Find the Remote
Sensor .............................................................................
13
Placing the G-LINK Wands .......................................................................................
13
Complete the
Interactive
Setup .....................................................................................
15
Set the
Menu
Language
..........................................................................................
15
Complete
Auto
Channel
Search ..............................................................................
15
The GUIDE Plus+ System Setup ................................................................................
15
What
to Expect ...............................................................................................................
19
The Buttons on the Remote Control
.............................................................................
20
Chapter
2: Using the TV's Features
About the GUIDE Plus+ System .....................................................................................
22
Downloading
Data ...................................................................................................
22
Getting In & Out of the GUIDE Plus+ System .........................................................
23
The GUIDE Plus+ System Menus ..............................................................................
23
Grid Guide
................................................................................................................
23
Sort ............................................................................................................................
25
News ..........................................................................................................................
26
Schedule ....................................................................................................................
26
Messages ...................................................................................................................
27
Channels
...................................................................................................................
28
Setup .........................................................................................................................
28
Now to Get More
Information
About
an Advertisement
or a Program
............... 29
GUIDE Plus+ Menu
Items ...............................................................................................
29
Channel
Banner
..............................................................................................................
30
Parental
Controls and V-Chip .........................................................................................
30
How V-Chip Works
...................................................................................................
31
V-Chip TV Rating Limit .............................................................................................
32
Blocking
Specific
Content
Themes
..........................................................................
34
3
Front Panel Block .....................................................................................................
37
LocldUntock
Parental
Controls
................................................................................
38
Chapter
3: Using
the
TV's
Menu
System
How to Use the Different
Types of Menus and Control Panels ..................................
40
Menus
.......................................................................................................................
40
Control
Panels ...............................................
:..........................................................
40
Audio
Menu
....................................................................................................................
42
Picture Quality
Menu
.....................................................................................................
42
Screen Menu
...................................................................................................................
43
Using Closed Captioning
................................................................................................
43
Channel
Menu .................................................................................................................
44
Time Menu
......................................................................................................................
44
Chapter
4: Other
Information
Troubleshooting
..............................................................................................................
46
Care and Cleaning ...........................................................................................................
49
RCA TV Limited Warranty
..............................................................................................
49
Index .................... _...........................................................................................................
53
4
Things to Consider
Before You Connect
•
Choose Your Connection
•
Connections
•
The Front of Your 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
•
Buttons on the Remote
Control
O
Changing
Entertainment.
Again.
t
!
5
Sou plug any of their power
cords
into the wall oudet.
Turn o_f the _1_/and/or
colnponei-4t before
you connect
or disconnect
any cables.
•
Make sttre all ametmas
and cables
arc' properly
grounded
Ref2q+to the Important
Salk+guiards 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 compor_ents.
•
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
jack.
•
If you place components
above
the TV, route
all cables
down
the side of the back of the
TV instead
of straight
clown 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 flom audio/video
cables.
Important
Stand
and
Base Safety
Information
Choose
the location
for your "IV carefully.
Place the TV on a stand or base that is of adequate
size and strength
to prevent
the "IV from being accidentally
tipped
over, pushed
off, or pulled
off. This couM cause personal
injury and/or
damage
the TV. Refer to the Important
Safeguards
sheet
packed
with your TV.
Use Indirect
Light
Don't
place the TV where
sunlight or room
lighting will be directed
toward
the screen.
Use soft
or indirect
lighting.
Demo
Pin
You must
remove
the l)emo
Pin from the G-LINK jack on the back of
your "IN in order
for your TV to operate
properly
and to connect
the
G LINK cable.
6
Chapter
Choose Your Connection
There
:Ire
several
ways
to COlllleCt
yotlt
TV.
Please
LiSt
tile
tolIo\xing
chart
to JctCrlllill__,
which
connection
is b_2st
_)r
you+
Prnceecl
to the
:lpproptiate
p:tgc
anti
COlln_ct
your
"1_'.
Components
Cables
Needed
Coaxial
G-LINK cable
Coaxial
G-LINK cable
Connection
Title
TV + VCR
TV Only
Coaxial
G-LINK cable
TV + VCR +
Satellite Receiver
Go to...
page
8
page 9
pages 10-11
Cables
Needed
to Connect
Components
to Your TV
The pictures
below
show the cables
needed
l_r the connections
represented
in this book.
Note:
Please locate the G-LINK cable (provided)
when you're
getting
read}, to set up your
T_
You need to connect
this cable to your
TV,, and to yonr
VCR and/or
cable box in
order for all of the featu res of the program
guide
to work properly.
G-LINK cable
Coaxial cable
Chapter
1
7
TV + VCR
1.
Connect
your
TV to your
VCR
Connect
a coaxial cable to the CABLE/ANTENNA
jack on your TV and to the Output Jack on your
VCR (sometimes
labeled
OUT TO TV).
2.
Connect
cable
or antenna
to your
VCR
Connect
the coaxial cable from your cable outlet,
cable box, 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
A. If you haven't
already
done
so, remove
the Demo Pin from the G-LINK jack
B. Connect
the G-LINK cable to the G-LINK jack on the TV. Next step, place the wands
of the
G-LINK cable to work wid_ your VCR (instructions
are on p. 13).
Go to
page
13
8
Chapter
the TV to your
cable
or antenna
Connect
the coaxial cable from your cable or antenna
to the CABLE/ANTENNA jack on the back
of your TV.
Go to page
14
2.
If you're
connecting
a cable
box,
connect
the G-LINK cable
A. If"you haven't
already
done so, remove
the Demo
Pin fi-om the G-LINK jack.
B. Connect
the G-LINK cable to the G-LINK jack on the TV. Next step, place the wands
of the
G-LINK cable to the cable box (instructions
are on p. 13).
Go to page
13
Chapter
1
9
Connections
8= Setup
SATELLITERECEIVER
FromCableorAntenna
VCR
OUT
VIDEO
R
L
IN FR
i_
OUTTO TV
S-VIDEO
SATELLITE
IN
OUTTOTV
Satellite
Signal
TV (backpanel)
G-L_NK
ANTENNA
10
Chapter
TV + VCR + Satellite
Receiver
1.
Connect
coaxial
cables
to the
Satellite
Receiver
A. Connect
the coaxial
cable fiom your cable outlet, cable box, or antenna
to the Input Jack
on your satellite
receiver
(sometmaes
laheled
IN FROM ANT).
B. Connect
the coaxial
cable fi-om your satellite dish antenna
to the Input
ack on your
satellite
receiver
(sometimes
labeled
SATELHTE IN).
2.
Connect
the
Satellite
Receiver
to the
VCR
and
to the
TV
3_
A. Connect
a coaxial cahle
to the Output Jack (sometimes
labeled
OUT TO TV) on the
satellite
receiver
and to the Input Jack on the VCR (sometimes
labeled
IN FROM ANT).
B. Connect
a coaxial cable to the Output Jack on the VCR (sometimes
labeled
OUT TO "IXT)
and to the CABLE/ANTENNA
jack on the TV.
Connect
G-LINK cable
A. If you haven't
done
so, remove
the Demo Pin from the G-LINK jack.
B. Connect
the G-LINK cable to the G-LINK jack on the TV. Next step, place the ",','ands of
the G-LINK cable to work
with your
VCR (instructions
are on p. 13).
Go to page
13
Chapter
1
11
The Front of Your TV
Front
Panel
If you
cannot
locat_
your
renlote
you
can
use
the
buttons
of
your
TV
to
operate
many
of
the
TV's
_eatures.
MENU
Brings
up the
Main
menu,
When
in tile
menu
system,
it selects
highlighted
items,
Also
returns
you
to the
previous
menu.
Press
and
hold
MENU
for two
seconds
to access
the
GUIDE
Plus+
system.
CH v
Scans down
through
the current
channel
list, When you're
using the TVs
menu
system,
it acts like the arrow
down
button
on the remote
control.
CH A
Scans up through
tile channel
list. When
you're
using the TV's menu system,
it acts like
the arrow up button
on the remote
control.
roE-
Decreases
the volt me. When
you re using the TV's menu system,
it acts like tile left
arrow button
on the remote
control.
VOL +
Increases
the volume.
When
you're
using
the TV's menu
system,
it acts like the right
arrow button
on the remote
control.
POWER Turns
the TV on and off.
12
Chapter
This G-LINK Cable
The G LINK cable enables
tile GUIDE Phls+ system
(the on-screen
interactive
program
guide)
to
work
with your VCR and/or
cable box,
Cable Box-
If your 'IX; is connected
to a cable box you must connect
the G-LINK cable to
receive
"i%_ program
listings for your area, and to tune directly
to a channel
when
the progranl
guide
is on your TV screen.
VCR-- If yoLIr TV is coI'_IIected to a VCR and you don't
connect
the G-IJNK cahle, one-touch
VCR
recording
won't
work. The oilier features
of the guide will work
properly.
G-LINK cable
/
G-LINK wands
How
to Find the
Remote
Sensor
You have to plaice the G-LINK waods
in fr<)nt of the renlote
sensnr
on the VCR aod/or
cable box,
Some cable boxes
and VCRs have the remote
sensor
labeled
on the unit. If the remote
sensor
isn't labeled
on your VCR and/or
cahle box, you need to use the remote
control
that came with
the VCR and/or
cable box to locate the sensor.
1.
Turn off the VCR and/or
cable box.
2.
Hold the remote
control
(not
the one that came with your TV, but the one that came with
the cable box and/or
VCR to which you're
attaching
the G-LINK cable)
so that it is touching
the front of the component.
3,
Slowly move the remote
control
across the front of the component
(VCR or cable box) while
you press
the power
button
on and off. You Inust press
and release
the power
button
each
time you move the remote
(holding
down
the button
won't
work).
4.
When
the component
turns on, you've
located
the remote
sensor.
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
(m your VCR and/or
cable box
approximately
one inch away from the remote
sensor
(see
instructions
below).
TV (baCk plP_l)
Connect to G-LINK jack
on
the
back
of
the
TY.
Chapter1
13
Plug in the TV
l'lug the end of the power
cord into tile wall outlet.
Match tile wide blade
of the
plug with tile vvrideslot in the outlet.
Insert the plug completely
into
the outlet.
Put Batteries
in the Remote
1.
Remove
the battery
conlpartment
cover on the remote.
2.
Insert new batteries.
Match the polarities
(+ and -) on the batteries
with the
diagram
on the remote.
3.
Put the battew
compartment
cover back on the remote.
<3,_D
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
The technical
term is "Navigation"
- how you move through
the on-screen
menus.
The theory is the same throughout
the menu screens: highlight your
choice
and select
it.
To highlight
a menu
item, press
the arrow
buttons
on the remote to highlight
one of the items listed on the screen.
U'se the up or down
arrow button
to move
up or down.
Use the right or left arrow button
to move right or left.
To select
the item
that
you've
highlighted,
press
OK.
Note:
Higbligbted
means
that the menu
item stands
out from
other menu
items on the list (appears
darker,
brighter, or a
different
color).
Turn on the TV
Press the POWER button
on the remote
control
or the TV (the first screen
of the
Interactive
Setup appears).
The menu
screens
"time out" after a period
of time i
you don't
make a selection.
The tips in this section
tell you how to access the
Setup
menu screens
manually.
14
Chapter
To access the setup
menus
manually,
press MENU and choose
Setup.
Complete
the Interactive
Setup
The
menu
system
in your
TV allows
the TV's
features
to v, ork
properly.
In this
book,
we
call
it the
"interactive
setup"
because
the
"IA7asks
you
questions,
you
answer,
and
the
TV makes
the
appropriate
adiustments.
The
first thne
you
turn
on
yotlr
TV, the
setup
screens
appear
autonlatica[]y.
Set the
Menu
Language
The first part of the SETUI_ asks you to select
your preferred
lat'lguagc t;._rthe
menu system.
1.
Highlight
your preAwred language
for the menu system.
2.
Press OK to select
that language.
Complete
Auto
Channel
Search
The next part of the SETZTPasks you if you want the TV to search for all
channels
viewable
through
your
antenna
or cable TV system. This is sometimes
called
"auto programming."
1 Search for
channel_
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 TV tells you the search
is complete,
press OK (the
first GUIDE Plus+ system setup
screen
appears).
Note:
If you skip Auto Channel
Search now, you can access it later
through
the Channel
menu.
See Chapter 3for
more details.
If you move
to a new zip or postal
code,
or if any of your information
changes, you need to access the
setup
screens from
the
TV's main
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 "IV in your area. In order
to receive
program
listings, you
need to complete
the following
steps.
The G-LINK cahle
must be connected
to the back of your TV, and the wands
must be placed
in front of the remote
sensor
on the cable box and/or
VCR in
order
for the GUIDE Plus+ system
to work
(go back to p. 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
alld
hardware.
Once
you
have done
this, press OK to continue.
Chapter
1
15
If your countt T is highlighted,
press OK on the remote contlO[.
If your
country
isn't
highlighted,
press
the
up
or down
arro\\
button
on
tile
ren'Lote
control
to
_ gh|ight
your
cot/l'_tl_
anc.I
pless
OK.
2,
Use
tile
nunl])er
hLittons
on yoLIr remote
to enter
_,otlr
zip code.
Press
OK when
you're
finished.
Note:
{/'.l'oarpostal
code
contains
lette#N, press
the it]) and
down
arrow
bullons
on ynu"
#wmote
to enter
lette*x,
and
press
the right arrou,
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 TV
with tile correct
TV program
listings, the GUIDE Plus+ system needs
to know
if
your TV is connected
to cable.
1.
If your TV is connected
to cable,
highlight
Yes and press OK.
If your TV isn't connected
to cable, highlight
No and press OK (STEP3..
Configuring.for
a VCR appears).
2.
If you
have a cable box connected
to this TV, highlight
I'_s and press
OK on
your
remote
control.
Note:
The next series of screens are very importa_tt
because GUIDE Plus+
._)_stemmttst find
the correct cable box"infi)rmation
in order for the
program
schedule
to be correct in your
TV's program
guMe.
If you don't
have a cable box connected
to this TV, highlight
,50 and
press OK (STI£P 3: Co*_figuring for a VCR appears).
rip
If you're
not sure which
channel
is the
cable box's output
channel,
consult
the book
that
came with
your
cable
box or contact
your cable company.
16
Chapter
1
w;_ _,neus yo_-TVtunedtov,h__
t]_e cable
box?
02
03
3,
Highlight
the channel
to _',hich you have to tune your TV in order to see
cable
progtall111
3g,
n(. press OK (a screen
appears
]'emindhag you lo
connect
your G-LINK cable to your TV and cahle boxt.
Note:
Channel
()._ is the
I st cOtlllnon.
attmY,t_fq retdw _t _m,
ktlr_. If_u t_ r_
lilt _
box_',t_ _
tt,m_ _tr (ab_pt_4_-
4.
Highlight
your brand
of cahle box. and press OK.
If your hrand
isn't listed, high
g it A'ot Listed ant! press
OK.
,
Make sure your cable box is on.
Tune
the cable box to channel
02 (use the remote
control
that 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 controlsJbr
tb_'seproducts.
,
Look at your cable box. If it is still on and changed
to channel
09, the test
was successful.
Highlight
Yes, and press OK (STEP 3: Configuring
for a VCR
appea_).
If your cable
hox 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).
&7)..If you don't
think the test was interrupted,
highlight
No and press OK
(GUIDE Pins+ system
tests the next code).
Repeat
the previous
instructions
until the TV finds the correct
cable box
code.
Follow the instructions on tile screen.
Note..
[]'the
TV
can
l fiud
your
cable
hux
code,
a troabh,
shooting
checklist
appears,
Carqfid{!_
ret&,w
each
checklist
and,/bllow
tbe
inslrllclions
on
the
scre(,n
Chapter
1
17
Is a VCR connecte_l to tits TV?
• .,'Yes
_" 11111ffl
Step
3: Configuring
for
a VCR
I.
If your TV is connected
to a VCR. press OK.
II it is not, highlight
No and press OK (a screen
appears
reminding
you to
connect
your (I-I.INK cahle to your TV and VCR).
2,
Irse
the
up and
down
arrow
buttons
to highlight
the
brand
Of your
VCR that
is connected
to tile
TV.
If your hrand
isn't listed, highlight
2_bt 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
is in progress,
don _ttouch
your
7_5
VCR, or a*_l, o/'tbe
remote
controls
for
these products.
4,
Look at the front display of your VCR. If your VCR turned
on automatically
and changed
to channel
09, the test was successful.
Highlight
Yes and press
OK.
If your VCR didn't
change
to channel
09, you can either
choose
No or Test
this code agafn.
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
tl'_etest was interrupted,
highlight
No. Tune your VCR to
channel
02 and turn off your VCR. Press OK (the GUIDE Plus+ system starts
testing
another
set of codes.)
Keep following
tile previous
instructions
until the VCR finds the correct
code.
18
Chapter
cable box turned
ON to
download
program
information.
Leave your
VCR turned
OFF to record
programs,
Note:
If the GbTI)E
Plus+ ,_t,stem captt
h_cate
the correct
code./br
the
VCR.
a list (ftr(Jtt!_[_,sbootill_
i;ISIITIcIioHs
el[_[l_,_tl:
on the Remote
Control
0-9 (Number
buttons)
Enter channel
llLIlnbcrs :rod time settings
directly
through
the remote
control.
To enter a two-digit
channel,
press the tv,o digits. ]k) enter a fluee-digit
channel,
press and hold the first digit lk)r two seconds
until two d:lshes appear to the
right of the number,
then
add the second
two. Exat_lplc: to tune to channel
123.
press and huM 1 [k_rtwo seconds,
press
2, then
press 3.
Arrow
buttons
(up,
down,
left, right)
Press file arrow buttons
to move
through
the on-screen
menu
system.
CH (up and
down)
buttons
Scan up or down
through
the current
channel
Hst.
Press once
to change
the
challi'lu[
Up or
d()'wfl;
press and huM tu contil3LIC
changing
channels.
CLEAR
Removes
any menu
or display
from the screen
and returns
you to
TV viewing.
GO BACK
Returns you to the previous
channel.
GUIDE
Press GUIDE to make
the GUIDE Plus+ system appear
on the screen.
Press GUIDE again to remove
it from the screen.
INFO
Displays
channel
information.
MENU
Displays
the TV's Main menu.
You can also press and hold for 2 seconds
to display the GUIDE Plus+ system.
MLrFE
Lowers the volume
to its minimum
level. Press again to restore
volume.
OK
When a menu
is on the screen,
press OK to select the item that
is highlighted.
POWER
Turns the TV on and off.
SKIP
If you press
this button
before
you change
the channel,
the TV waits 30
seconds
and automatically
goes back to the original
channel.
Each time you
press SKIP, you add 30 seconds
(i.e, if you press SKIP two times before you
change
the channel,
the TV waits 60 seconds
and automatically
turns back to the
original channel).
SLEEP
Allows you to select
the amount
of time you want to give the TV before
it shuts
itself off.
VOL (up
and down)
buttons
Decrease
or increase
the TV's volunle.
20
Chapter
Chapter
2
Using
the
TV's
Features
Chapter
Overview:
•
All About
the
GUIDE
Plus+ System
•
The
Channel
Banner
•
Parental
Controls
and V-Chip
Changing
Entertainment.
Again.
21
The Gt fIDE P/us+ s_stem is an interactive
on-screen
program
guide that lists TV
schedules
l_>rynur arca alld allov, s yoLIr T_" direct control
of a cable hox and
VCR. "_ou must lirst _,ct up lhe GIIDE
Plus+ MCmL s) stem in order to view this
on-screen
progranl
guiclc' (sec+ Chapter
1 for @_+tails).Press GUII)E to hring up
the GUIDE Plus+ system
There are six sections
*_{:the Gt I|)E Plus+ system:
A row
of Action
I_i.lnOllS
:11 [hc
to D of
the
scr_'en
(I,
2and
,_1
•
Video windo\x
Plogro Ill infol nmtion
J
row
of
lllcnu
options
(Grid..S'ort.
Nell's.
Sche_hlle,
3lessc(fTes,
(_71allnels,
Sellli))
•
Channel
listings
Pronaotional
information
Note:
7_e GUIDE Plus+ s_,stem screens illustrated
i_2this boo_ are
represenmtio_s
o/'u,bat.!,ott
are like O, to see,. Not all channels,
programs,
and GUIDE I'las+ l_{/b*'malios_ depicted
will be available
ill your
area.
Neu,fi, atHres a_#d options can be downloaded
to the GUIDE Plus+
S.l,stem, so these too a*w snb/ect
1ochalTge.
Since the program
information
provided
by the GUIDE Plus+ system
is based
on
your
locale,
you will need
to run Setup
again
if you move
to a different
zip or
postal
code.
Downloading
Data
The GUIDE Plus+ system
is not avaihtble
until it completes
its first download
of
program
information.
When
the power
is turned
off, the "IV locates a "host
channel"
that canies
GUIDE Plus+ system data containing
program
schedule
and channel
lineup
information.
A channel
lineup
is the list of stations
and their
respective
channels.
To ensure
that your first download
of data is complete,
you should
leave your
TV off overnight.
Downloads
occur several
times a day. The TV must be turned
off"for GUIDE Plus+ system data to download.
If the TV loses power
or is unphigged,
GUIDE Plus+ system program
listings
may be lost. When
power
is restored,
make sure the setup
information
is still
correct.
The GUI1)E Phls+ system
will receive
updated
program
information
during
the next scheduled
download.
Channel
Lineup
If more
than one cable company
sei'vices your area. you may be prompted
with
STEP 5: CboosiHg Ynur CT_atznel Lineup
after the lirst GUIDE Plus+ system
download.
Yo[i '+'+'illneed it) identify yol.lr cable
company
hy selecting
the
correct
ch:innel
nuilll_ers
fk)r the
stations
in questioll.
•
Use the up and down
arrow I)uttt)tls to
change
the channel
group
and
press
OK when
tile+correct
channel
group
is highlighted.
22
Chapter
2
Press GUIDE on the remote Control to see
the GUIDE Plus+ system. To remove the
program guide from the screen, press
OK, GUIDE, or CLEAR.
Lete Ni0ht C0nan
Getting
In & Out
of the
GUIDE
Plus+
System
W()
entel
tile
GI
II)E
PIus+
system:
Press
(;tilDE
on
flit:
rcmot,+,.
•
Press
and
Ill)It[
MENII
for
2 se,.'oi/cls
on
t[l<+' front
panel.
To
exit
the
GUIDE
P[us+
system:
•
High ig t
prograln
and press
OK to exit the GIIII)E Phls+ system and tune
to the channel,
Press
GUIDE
to
exit
the
GUIDE
Plus+
system
and
tune
to
the
channel
displayed
in the \Meo
\'+indox',
•
Press CI.EAR to exit the GUIDE Plus+ s\stem
;Ind
return
to the
origin
tl
chantle].
The GUIDE
Plus+ System
Menus
The GUIDE Plus+ system
offers
sex'et+t
diflk_+l-ent options
on the Menu bar:
Grid,
Sort. AT,ws, ScbedlUe
Me&_ages, Channels
and Setup. To access the Menu bar:
1.
Press GUIDE to access the GUIDE Plus+ system.
2.
Press MENU or use the tip and down
an-o\v buttons
to select the Menu bar
(the Grid Guide appears
by default).
3.
Use the left and right arrow
buttons
to access other
menus.
4.
Press OK, or MENU. or use the down
arrow button
to see the menu options.
Grid
Guide
The Grid Guide appears
each time you enter the GUIDE Plus+ system.
It
displays
the current
programming
for each channel.
The current
program
is
displayed
in the video windnw.
•
Press the Lip and down arrow
buttons
on the remote
to browse
channel
listings and the channel
Lip and down
I)uttnns to page through
the listings.
Use the right and left arrow
bclttons
to browse
future
program
listings.
To tune to a channel,
highlight
the program
you ,,,,'ant to view in the
channel
listing and press
OK. Press CLEAR to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system
and return
to the original channel.
Press GUIDE to exit the GUIDE Plus+
system and tune to the channel
in the video window.
Then
use the Grid Guide
Action Buttons
as described
next.
Chapter
2
23
Action hutmns will change according to where you are in tile GUIDE Plus+
syst,,:m Bc sure m look at the action hat betbrc
pressing the
command numbers.
When
highlighti_g
the p'ogra
n, tile [ktllo\ving Action buttons
appear:
Weztch
Press 1 On the remote
to place a timer in the Schedule
for the TV to
mrn on and tune
to tile program
highlighted
in the channel
listing. When
the TV rams on, the GUIDE Plus+ system
wiU automatically
appear
with the
scheduIed
['_rogntnl highlighted
and tuned
in the _ideo willdow
Go To
Press 2 on the remote
[o bring up the direct
dial hox anti enter tile
number
of the channel
yon ;',ant
This will highlight
the channel
and
current
program
in the channel
listing of tile Grid Guide.
Press OK to tune
_o thu highlighted
ch:mnel.
If the vkleo window
is unlocked,
it will
automatically
tune
to that channel.
•
Record
Press 3 on tile remote
to place a timer in the Schedule
for tile VCR
to record the program
highlighted
in the channel
listing.
If you have a cable box, changing
channels
on the TV will not cause the
cable box channel
to change
while recording.
Record willonly
appear
if you have set up GUIDE Plus+ system and
specified
your VCR type.
The program
information
window
will display
a confirmation
when
you have
successfully
scheduled
a program
to watch
or record.
Note:
lf yotz have selected twoprograms
to watch or record which begin
at Ibe same time or overlap, you will receive a timer conflict
message.
Yoztmust cboose between
the two programs.
When
highlighting
the Channel
names
(the left column
on the channel
listing),
the following
Action buttons
appear:
Locla/Ungoek
Press 1 to lock or unlock
the video window
to either
stay at
one channel
as you browse
the GUIDE Plus+ system
(lock) or change
as
you browse
through
different
channels
(unlock).
Go To Press 2 on the remote
to bring up the direct dial box and enter the
number
of the channel
you want. Press OK to highlight
the channel
and
current
progrant
in the channel
listing of the Grid Guide.
If the video
window
is locked,
press OK to rune to the highlighted
channel.
If the video
window
is unlocked,
it ,,viii automatically
rune to that channel.
24
Chapter
The Sort menu
lets you browse
progranls
by category.
The channel
to which
you are currently
tuned
is displayed
in the video windo\,_.
To Sort:
1.
If the GUIDE Plus+ system_isn't
on your screen,
press
GUIDE on your
ren'_ote control.
2.
Press MENU on the remote
to select the Menu bar.
.
t Ise the arrows
to highlight
Sort. When
SoJ:t is highlighted
lor tile first time,
the Mot,ies category
is disp[ayed.
Thereafter.
the last categol T used becomes
the default.
A listing of subcategories
is displayed
below
the catego W nanre.
Use the left and right arrows
to highlight
other categories.
4.
Use the up and down
arrow buttons
to highlight
a subcategory.
For
exanrple,
highlight
All and press OK (the GUIDE Plus+ system sorts
the programs).
5.
6.
Press tire up and down
arrow buttons
to review
the list one program
at a
time. Press the channel
up and down
to review
the list one page at a time.
Select MENU to return
to the menu bar, or press GUIDE or CLEAR to exit
the GUIDE Plus+ system.
Then
use the Sort Menu Action Buttons
as described
next..
Sort Menu
Action
Buttons
When viewing
the results
of a Sort, the following
Action buttons
appear:
Watch
Press 1 on the remote
to place a timer in the Schedule,
and then
follow the onqine
help for further
options.
Placing a tinter in the Schedule
will cause the TV to turn on and tune to the program
highlighted
in the
channel
listing at the predetermined
time.
•
Record
Press 3 on the remote
to set the VCR to record
the program
highlighted
in the channel
listing. If you have a cable box, changing
TV
channels
will not cause the cable box channel
to change
while recording.
The program
information
window
will display
a confirnration
when
you have
successfully
created
a timer to watch
or record.
Note:
{fyou have selected two programs
to watch
or record
which begin
at the same time or overlap, you will receive a timer co*{17ictmessage.
You must choose between
the two programs.
Note:
Be sure that during
the GUIDE"Plus+ .s_l,stemsetup you specified
that you have a VCR. lf you didn't,
the RECORD option will not
be available.
Chapter
2
25
svstc, tn [sn'l
(n't your
screen,
press
GUII)E
orl
your
remote
control,
2.
Press MENU on the remote
control
to select the Menu bar.
5.
Use the arrows
to highhght
3;errs (if MSNE,C is available
on your 'IN' it wilt
appear
in file video
window).
4.
I.Jse the tip and down
arrows
to highlight
a story.
•
Use
tile,
Lip
illld
do\vn
alTO\\S
tO
browse
the
list
one
StOl_'
at
a
time.
•
Use
tile
channel
Lip alld
dowel
to
browse
dn'oLIgh
the
list
one
page
at
a time.
5.
Press the right arrow button
to see full text.
6.
If there
are multiple
pages
of text, press the right or left arrow
button
to
page forward
or back through
the pages
of text. Press the down
arrow to
view the next story.
7.
Select MENU to return to the Menu liar, or press GUIDE or CLEAR on tile
remote
to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system.
Schedule menu
selection
Schedule
Tile Schedule
menu
allows you to alter timers
for either
viewing
or recording
programs.
The GUIDE Plus+ system
allows
one-touch
VCR recording
if you
have connected
the G LINK cable to your VCR. See Chapter
1 tbr more
details
on connecting
the G-LINK caN.e.
To schedule
a program
to watch
or record:
1.
If the GUIDE Plus+ system
isn't on your screen,
press GUIDE on your
remote
controL.
2.
Press MENU on tile remote
to select
the Menu bar.
3.
Highlight
a program
within
the channel
listing.
4.
Select
Watch or Record from tile Action buttons
bar. The timer is then
automatically
logged
into the Schedule
menu.
5.
If you select
Record, make sure to place a blank tape in tile VCR and turn
it off.
Note:
{fyou have a cable box connected
to your TVand
VCR, tune your
VCR to the cable box output
channelp*_or
tu tztrning
rf/the
VCR.
Tile program
information
window
,,',,illdisplay
a confirmation
when
you have
successfully
scheduled
a program
to watdl
or record.
Note:
lf ynn bare selected tu,o programs
In walcb
or record which begin
at the same time or ol,erlap, you will receive a limer cot!/Idol message.
l'oll
I?lllSt
choose
I)elll'een
the
lll'o
])lY_,r(llllS,
26
Chapter
once, or xxeekly)
of a scheduled
event,
tlccess
tile
Schedllle
in,L_nkl
froln
the
_/lelqu
hal.
1.
Press GUII)E to bring tip the GUIDI" Plus+ system.
2.
Press MENU on tile renlote
tn select the Menu bar.
3.
Use the arrows
to highlight
the 3_.'t_ed*tlemetal selection.
4.
Use the up and down
arrows
to highlight
the prngnun
you want to edit.
Then
use the Schedule
Menu Action
Buttons as ¢lescribcd
next.
Schedule
Menu
Action
Buttons
When vie\ring
the Scllecluh. menu the fk)llo\xing Action bumms
appear:
Remove
Highlight
the W_tlcb or Recot_l limur yon x\ish to remove
from
the schedule
and press
1 on the remote.
•
Change
Highlight
the
Watch or Record timer you wish to change
and
press 3 on the remote
to toggle
the frequency
between
the following
choices:
DAILY
records
the same
program
each
day Monda,, through
Friday.
ONCE
records
only on that day.
IF/I_SEKL}"records
the program
each week
at the same
time.
Messages menu
selection
Messages
Occasionally
you will receive
messages
regarding
your GUIDE Plus+ system,
as
well as special
programming
information.
You can access
these
messages
from
the Messages menu
on the Menu bar.
To read
messages:
1.
If your GUIDE Plus+ system
isn't on your screen,
press
GUIDE on your
remote
control.
2.
Press MENU on the remote
to select the Mentl bar.
2.
Use the arrows
to highlight
the Messages menu selection.
3.
Highlight
the message
you want to read by using the up and
clown arrow
buttons.
4.
Press INFO to display
the full text of the message.
If the text continues
beyond
the screen,
press
INFO to view the next page of text. Once you
have reached
the end of the message,
press INFO to close the expanded
information
and return
to the Messages screen.
Then
use the Messages
Menu Action Button
as described
next.
Messages
Menu
Action
Button
When
viewing
the
Messag¢,s
n]enu
the
|_)llo\_,ing
Action
btltton
appears:
•
Remove
Higl'dight
the message
you warn to delete
and press
1 on
the remote.
Chapter2
27
You can customize
the channel
listing by enabling
or disabling
the display
nf
certain
channels.
For
instance,
you
lusty
disable
cll:lnllcls
their
you
never
x\atch.
"_)u
can
reslore
dis:tbled
channels
at
:.t later
point
in tinlc
1.
If the Guide
Plus+ system
isn't on 3our screen,
press GITII)E on your
rcnlote
control.
2.
Press MENU on the remote
to select
the Menu bar.
3.
Use the right and leI_ arrows
to highlight
t!_c (.'h_nn_e/s menu st:lee|ion.
4.
Use the up _lnd (IOXVF/
arro\vs
10 select a channel.
Then use the Channels
Menu Action l_ttttons as described
next.
Channels
Menu
Action
Buttons
While browsing
the Cha_nels
menu.
the fot[o',xing Action buttons
appear:
•
Cancel
Press 1 on the remote
to cancel
any changes
you made since
entering
tim Channels
Menu.
Change
Press 2 on the remote
to change
the channel
number
for the
highlighted
channel
line.
•
On/Off
Press 3 on d',e remote
to toggle
the state of the channel
betv,,een
O_t and Off
Setup
The Setup menu
allows
you to access
the GUIDE Plus+ system setup
information.
To access the
Setup option:
1.
If the Guide
Plus+ system
isn't on your screen,
press
GUIDE on your remote
control.
2.
Press MENU to select the Menu Bar.
3.
Use the right arrow to highlight
the Setup menu selection.
4.
Use the up and down
arrows
to select
Change system settings, Review option& or
View demo.
•
Change
system
settings
Confirms
the settings
you completed
in the GUIDE Plus+
systeul setup
are correct.
Review
options
I)isplays
the GUIDE Plus+ auto display
options.
On
Automatically
displays
the GUIDE Plus+ system
when
you press the POWER
button
on the remote
control.
Off
Disables
the GUIDE Plus+ system flom being displayed
when
you press the
POWER button
on the ren_.ote control.
Vie_ demo
Rims the GUIDE Plus+ system
demonstnltiort
Note:
{_ynn hat,_, nnt conlpleted
yoln" GUIDE Pins+ system setup, tflese optio)ts u,lll uo! he
available.
A sct'_,en
tt,ill prompl
t'<_u1o complete
l'ottr
serf@.
28
Chapter
2
to Get More
Information
About
an
Advertisement
or a Program
To find out more inf_)rmation
ab_mt a program,
ad\'ertisen_unt
or special,
use
the left arrow button
tc_highlight
the channel
li,;ting or pr_mlotiona]
in_brmation
hox.
Requesting
more
information
about
a particular
sho\\
displays
tile
PlusCode
programnling
[lunll)er
and
tllc._ 3"hold's oil ,\'(_vt for []/at chanl3e[
Press the INFO button
to exit the expanded
illforlnati_m
s_r_.e_l,
GUIDE Plus+ Menu
Items
The GUIDEPlus+
Menu gives you access to lk.atures in the GLIDE Plus+ system.
To access the GUIDE Phts+ Me_zL_:
1.
Press MENU on the remote.
2.
Highlight
GUIDE Phts+ Mem¢ and press OK
Each menu and the sub menus
are listed belox\ :
GUIDE Plus+
Setup
Displays
the GUIDE Plus+ system
setup screen.
Change
system
settings
Confirms the settings
you colnpleted
in the
GUIDE Plus+ system setup
are correct
Review
options
Displays
GUIDE Plus+ system
auto display options.
View demo
Runs the GUIDE Plus+ system demonstration.
GUIDE Plus+
Label
Displays
the GUIDE Plus+ hthel menu.
On
Displays
the station name
when
you change
channels.
Off
The station
name
isn't displayed
when
you change
channels.
Continuous
Demo
Runs the GUIDE Plus+ demonstration
until it is turned
off.
To turn off"the demonstration
you must turn off the TV.
Note:
lf you have not completed
your
GUIDE l_h_s+ :{ystem setup, these
options will not be at,ailahle.
A scree_z will prompl
.yo_t m complete
you r setllp
Chapter
2
29
Sample displayson a Channel Banner.
ChannelBanner
There
are several
indicators
that
might
appear
when
you
press
the TV or INFO
buttons
on the
remote.
This
display
is called
the Cllannel
l_anner.
Tile
following
list describes
the
items
on
the
C]/tlnnel
Banner
screen
(left
to right
and
top
to
bottom),
12:01
i
[]
I)isplays
the current
tilne.
The lock is displa3ed
to indicate
when
Parental
Controls
are
locked
or unlocked.
Displayed
when
Closed
Captioning
is available
on
tile
current
channel
ESPN
6O
SAP
00.-o0
Displays
the label assigned
tu the current
channel.
Displays
the current
channel
or input channel.
Mute is displayed
when
you inute the audio.
Stereo is displayed
when
the current
channel
is broadcasting
in Stereo. (This feature
not available
on model
F25422).
'Displayed
when
the current
channel
is broadcasting
SAP
(Second
Audio
Program)
information.
(This feature
not
available
on model
F25422).
Displayed
when
the Sleep Timer has been set.
Displayed
to count down
time left on the commercial
skip
(SKIP) timer.
Parental
Controls
and V-Chip
The Parental
Controls menu
allows
you to program
your TV so that children
cannot
see certain
programs,
channels,
or use the front panel controls.
The first three choices
in the Parental
Controls menu
involve software
inside
your TV (referred
to as V-Chip) which
allows
you to block TV programs
and
movies
based
on violence,
sex, or other
content
yon may believe
chiMren
should
not view. In other
woMs,
it lets you program
your +I_'so it won't
display
certain
programs.
Once you block programs,
yon or other
adults can unblock
programs
by
entering
a passwoM.
By default,
the software
inside
your TV is turned
"off." so if you don't
want to
use tl'ds feature,
you can iust ignore
it.
30
Chapter
2
How V-Chip Works
When
turned
"on/'
the
V-Chip
software
reads
a code
that
most
broadcasters
send
with
programs.
That
code
tells
the
software
the
program's
age-based
rating
(TV-MA,
TV-14,
etc.)
and
content
themes
[(Violence
(V),
Adult
Language
(L),
etc.)l.
If you
have
Mocked
the
rating
and/or
content
themes
that
the
program
contains,
you
will
receive
the
message,
"This
channel
is not
approved
for
viewing,"
when
you
tune
to
that
particular
channel.
Broadcasters
are not required
to provide
content
themes,
so programs
received
with no content
themes
,,viii only be blocked
if you block their age-based
rating. You can also block out
programs
that have been
given a rating of "Not Rated," and programs
that are consMered
"unrated"
because
no code has been
sent by the broadcaster.
The TV age-based
ratings
and
content
themes
you can block are listed in the following
table.
Age-Based
Description
and Content
Themes
for Age-Based
Ratings
Rating
Mature
Audience
Only.
Specifically
designed
to be
viewed
by
adults
and
may
be
unsuitable
for
children
TV-MA
under
17.
It contains
one
or more
of the
following
content
themes:
crude
indecent
language (L), explicit
sexual
activity
(S), or graphic
violence
(V).
Parents
Strongly
Cautioned.
Contains
some
material
that
many
parents
would
find
unsuitable
for
children
TV-14
under
14.
Parents
are
strongly
urged
to exercise
greater
care
in monitoring
this
prograln
and
are
cautioned
against
letting
children
under
the age
of 14 watch
unattended.
This
program
contains
one
or more
of the
following
content
themes:
intensely
suggestive
dialogue
(D),
strong
coarse
language
(L), intense
sexual
situations
(S), or
intense
violence
(V),
Parental
Guidance
Suggested.
Contains
material
that
parents
may
find
unsuitable
for younger
children.
Many
TV-PG
parents
may
want
to watch
it with
their
younger
children.
The
program
contains
one
or more
of the
following
content
themes:
some
suggestive
dialogue
(D),
infrequent
coarse
language
(L), some
sexual
situations
(S), or
moderate
violence
(V).
TV-G
General
Audience.
Most
parents
would
find
this
program
suitable
for
all ages.
It contains
little
or
no
sexual
dialogue
(D) or
situations
(S), no
strong
language
(L), and
little
or no
violence
(V).
Directed
to Children
7 years
and
older.
Designed
for children
ages
7 and
above.
It may
be more
TV-Y7
appropriate
for
children
who
have
acquired
the developmental
skills
needed
to distinguish
between
make-
believe
and
reality.
Themes
and
elements
in this
program
may
include
mild
fantasy
violence
(FV)
or comedic
violence,
or may
frighten
children
under
the age
of 7.
TV-Y
_ul Children.
Themes
and
elements
in this
program
are
designed
for
a young
audience,
including
chiMren
from
ages
2 6.
It is not
expected
to frighten
younger
children.
Chapter
2
31
To set TV programn'ting
limits:
I.
Cltoose
Pat_,Jtlal Cottlro& fl'ona the Main 111elqtl.If Parental
Controls
have
prc\'ious]_,
been locked,
you must enter
your
pass\\'OIKl,
If they are not
locked,
you ,.viii get a message
reminding
you that your limits will not be
efl__'ctive ttlqlil you lock F'au'ental Controls
2.
F'ress MENli to continue.
3.
Higt'dight and select
t'-(.l_q_ I'U l*'athtq Lmlil
i.
()1"_c,.'you get Cothe t'-Cl_ff,, 7_'lCtttiJ_g Li*;lil screen,
use the arroyo, buttons
allQ
OK
o1_ your
iwnlote
to
dlang_.'
the
status
of
a ]%"
prograna
rating
or
C()l!l_qlt
lilt'lilt
h'olll
_7{'ll'to
l:_lock.
The l_llo,,,.,ing setlions
give you more details
about
how to change
the status of
TV program
limits.
The V-Chip Rating
Limit
Screen
The following
is an example
of where
items are located
within the Rating Limit screen.
Blocking
Age-Based
Ratings
Rating Status Field
l.t.'p,
yOU
select
\_,
_2
_'i
t_ S
t
IS l)t
e
a_e
b
tsed
r
tiDg
1_i
I
tile lelt is View or Block
Rating Field
Lets
you
select
f'rom a
list of age-based
ratings
you can block
or view.
Content Themes
Lists
tile
co_ent
tllemes
you
can
b]ock
or view
Content Status Fields
Lets you select which
conte/lt
themes
to view
for
the selected
rating,
and
xx hether
the
status
of th_
content
theme
is currently
\:Jew Iv) or Block (B).
Rating Settings Area
Icls
",'_)u see
the
currcnl
block/vie\\
state
o_ age
t_ascd
ratings
nnd
Itlo_k
(It)
s_.uings
ale
coded
in
icd
•
32
Chapter2
When you change the status of a rating
to
Block,
the system
will automatically
block
higher
ratings
and all corresponding
content
themes.
Hierarchy of Age-Based Ratings
TV-MA
Mature
Audience
Only
TV-14
Parents
Strongly
Cautioned
TV-PG
Parental
Guidance
Suggested
TV-G
General
Audience
TV-Y7
Directed
to Children
7 years
and older
TV-Y
All Children
You can automatically
block all prograln
ratings ahove
a specified
age-based
rating level. For example,
if you only want your chiM to watch
programs
that
have a "IWG rating and lower
(in other
words,
you want
the child to watch
TV-G, TV Y7, and "I*'-YL then you need
to hlock
out other programming
with
higher
ratings.
To block progntms
with higher
ratings:
1.
First, determine
the lowest
level rating you don't
want the child to watch
(see chart of age based
ratings
on next page).
2.
Press the left and right arrow buttons
to highlight
the Ra/lng field.
3.
4.
Press
the
kip and dov,,n
al+l'OX,V ])uttol-ls
on
the
ielnote
to
scroll
through
the
age-based
rating limits. Keep scrolling
until the rating corresponding
with
the lowest
rating you do not want the child to watch appears
on the screen.
In the example
discussed
above,
you would
scroll through
the Rating field
until TV-PG appears,
since
the highest
rating you want the chikl to watch
is TV-G.
Press the right arrow button
to move the yellow
highlight
to the
Status field.
5,
.
7.
Press the up or down
arrow button
to toggle
between
Viewand
Block. The
status
for the rating listed to the left and all higher
ratings automatically
changes
to Block (and
B).
Press OK on the remote
to return
to the menu
or exit the screen
when
you
are finished.
Select Lock Parental
Controls
from the Parental
Controls menu.
Enter a
password,
and if you have not already
set your password,
you ,,viii be
prompted
to enter
it again
to confirm.
Chapter
2
33
After you block age-based mimes, you ha\'e the oplion
of changing some o]:the
mdngs hack _o View.
I.
I)ctermine
',\hJch
[_[ocked
ralJng
you
\van[
to
,,ie'_\.
2,
Use the up and down arro\\ buttons to sdect thu rating wi!h a status
of l:_luck
3.
Press thu ti,,4ht arrow button
to mn\e
the _,ellow highlight
to the rating
stal us lield
i
Press
file
Lip hutloU
Io se]ec[
17dtI'.
Nolo*."
7De collle;ll
stallls.i}elds
col're,_7_(JHdill
_ Io Ibe
Illtbb)c_,ed
Izllill,
g
l)edOl!le
_ Tdtt'
ds
II'ell.
7Dq)'
dlld
the (t_e
based
rdlillg
slgl!ltS
tn'_
the r,m,{}'
./?elds thai
gtnloll!gttical(}'
cb_lll_e
Ogle#
to
17ell'
ItJ_ell
}'nit
complete
Ibis process
Note:
}'oft I?lttsl
*vmeml2er
In [oclg l)(trelllal
(_blltrols
for
rgltillg
limits
to
to,beqt/_'ct.
Content
Themes
D
Sexually
explicit dialogue
L
Adult
language
S
Sexual situations
V
Violence
FV
Fantasy
Violence
TV-Y
All Children
Rating
Rating
Content
field
stetus
field
themes
Blocking
Specific
Content
Themes
You can blocl,: programs
based
on their content.
(Content is represented
by the
D. L. S, V. FV and TV-Y on your screen.
See the beginning
of this section
lbr
details.)
When
you block a content
theme
for a f)articular
rating, you
automatically
blocl,: that content
theme
for higher
rated programs
as well.
For example,
if you do not want
your chikl to watch
programs
that have adult
language
(L) rated ]W-PG or higher,
then you could
block out all programming
TV-PG and above
containing
adult language.
To block progranl
content:
1,
2.
Determine
the lowest
level of content
you don't
want the child to watch.
Use the up and down arrow
buttons
on the remote
to scroll through
the
age-based
ratings
until the rating that corresponds
with the lowest
content
yon do not want
the child to vcatch appears.
(In the example
above,
you
woukl
scroll through
the ratings until tire T\;-PG rating appeared.)
Content
status
fields
34
Chapter
2
,,\ ith th,_' cont.'hi
theme
you
wish
to block
ottt.
Iqx'ss
tilt'
tip
or
do\'_ n alroxv
]_l.lllOll
to c]lan_e
eontc.nt
status
fFOllq
I¢'1o /3.
All
higher
ratings
con
e 1
thet
at., wilt autotnatically
change
o /3
])ICSS ()K
to
rt'ttlrtl
t<) the
mCllU
or
<2xil lhe
NcFeen.
Note:
13roadcaslels
(tre
nol
Ye(]lllYed
to l)l-Ol'l'cle
COlltelll
l[Tellles
ol'(l<_e
based
ratings.
Pro, g*ztm,<
r_,ceh'ed
with
Ho cotzlent
themes
will
on{v
be
blocked
!73,ol!
block
their
agc,-I_ttsed
prltitt_.
Note:
}?m must remember
!o Io
If you only want your child to _r:_'ll
Itlovies that have a P(; rating and lower
(in other words,
movies
rated PG and G), then ,:ou cxRdd automaticaWy' hlnck
out all other
movies
with higher
ratings.
To
block
nlovies:
1.
Highlight
tile
Ratill_
field and press the tip _it/cldov, n arrow
I)tlttons
to find
the rating that is the lowest
rating you don't
\\ant
the child to watch.
(In
the examp[e
above,
you would
highlighl
fIR*laIhlg
SlaILiS hutton
corresponding
to PG-13, since the highest
lacing ,._u \\ant
tl_c child to
watch
is PG.)
2.
Press
the
right
arrow
button
to highlight
the
rating
SIglDIs field.
Press
the
up
al'td
down
arrow
buttons
to change
the
t'ault{)ii Jr{}ln lTP//'Io
LJ/ock. All
higher
ratings
automatically
change
to Block
3.
Press
Ol_
to
retLIrn
to
the
lnerltl
of
exit
the
screen.
4.
If Parental
Controls
are not locked,
you must
lock them so the movie
rating
limits will take effect.
Note:
Some
mot,ies
may
be given
a Not Rated
(NR)
rating.
After
blocking
movie
ratings,
you
must
set NR to View separatelP
to view
mR movies.
Viewing
Movie
Ratings
After you [}lock movie
ratings, you have the option
of changing
some of the
rating status buttons
back to Vieu_
1.
Highlight
the Rating
field and press
the up and down
arrow buttons
to find
tile rating you want to view,
2.
Press the right arrow
button
to highlight
the rating Status field. Press the up
and clown arrows
to change
the button
from Block
to lqew.
For example,
if movies
with a rating of PG 13 and higher
are blocked,
you can
change
the rating status corresponding
with NC-17. Your child would
then
be
able to watch
all movies
with a G, PG, and NC-17 Rating.
3.
Press
OK to exit the
screen,
and
be sum
parental
controls
are locked.
36
Chapter
2
lets you decide
if programs
that the V-Chip recognizes
as
"'unlated'
can
be
vie\vc(I.
Note
thai
"'tmrated'"
"IV
prngnulls
tnay
include
ne\\s,
sports,
political,
ldigious,
local and weather
progratns,
emergency
bulletins,
public
annoklnccnlents,
and
programs
\\
JthoLit
ratings.
View
All unrated
progranls
are a\:_ilable.
Block
All unrated
programs
are not available.
NOte:
}_11 IIlll._l ic, nlelllber
to
lock
Farell&l!
(,'l;lltlols
fol"
Izlthl_
Iillli[s
to
lake
q/]i, c t.
Channel
Block
Selecting
this option
lets you decide
what channels
can be \ ie\,.ed.
Vieu,
Makes the selected
channel
viewable.
Block
The front panel
and remote
control
CH (channel)
buttons
,,viii tune
only to channels
that you have marked
as View. The remote
\,,'ill still tune
to the blocked
channel
if you use the digits to access the channel,
but the
channel
will be blocked.
Don't
forget to lock parental
controls
after you change
the status of C+an*wl
Block. If you do not, the channel
block will not take effect.
Note:
IJ[I,ou baz'¢, a digital
cable box channels
126-999
can be blocked
but will not be remo_,able fi'om your
scatt list.
Front
Panel
Block
Selecting
this option
lets yotl block (disable)
or unblock
(enable)
the TV's front
panel. The remote
still tunes to any channel.
Front Panel Block can:
Keep children
from watching
TV when
the parent
is not present.
Keep young
children
from playing
with the buttons.
(When
using this as a Parental
Control
method,
you should
remove
access to
any remote
that is capahle
of operating
the television
while
you have the front
panel
blocked.)
Don't
forget to lock parental
controls
after you change
the status. If you do not,
the front panel
block will not take effect.
Chapter
2
37
If you fk)rR('t your password,
simultaneously
press and hold MENU on the
television
and volume
down
on the remote
for 3 seconds.
Nothing
appears
on
t[?U
SCleUn.
P;lI-L:t3ta[Colltrols
simply
unlock
and you can re-enter
a password
\ia Lock Pard,ilia/Controls.
38
Chapter
2
to Use the
Different
Types
of Menus
and
Control
Panels
•
Audio
Menu
•
Picture
Quality
Menu
•
Screen
Menu
•
Channel
Menu
•
Time Menu
Changing
Entertainment.
Again.
39
to Use the
Different
Types of Menus
and
Control
Panels
The "l%,"sInelltl
system
has
tlllee
types
of
S(l-t2_.qlN:
nltqlUS,
cOn[FO]
panels,
al]d
ch()icL'
lists.
Y[)(I
tint'
the
butlons
oF/I]le
renlote
or
the
[ront
pan_2]
to
access
the
Inentl
syst_n]
and
make
dlaFl_es
1o
Ihe
settings.
The following
pages
explain
how to use tile diftbrent
types of menus
io adjust tile Iealurcn of
yoLIr
TV.
Menus
The
first menu
is called
tile
Main
menu.
Prc.ss MENU
(m lhc
rcnioic
or on
the
front
panel
to bring
Lip file Main
menu.
Note
d_ar homing
5II{NI
l:()i 2 seconds
displays
the
GITII)E
Plus+
syslem.
Menus take you to another
nlenu
or
_.1 control
panel
_I'helc
_lte
{\\ O _,\'{I,VS tO
select
a
choice
in
a
menLl:
Feel free to explore
the menu system•
If you're
ever unsure
where you are in
the menu system,
or you're
just
plain
tired of exploring,
press CLEAR to
remove
the menus
from the screen
and start over again.
Use
your
arrow
buttons
on your relnote
coFl[ro]
tO highlight
your choice
and press OK.
Press a nLll]]ber
button
on
the remote.
For
example,
iT]the Main
lnenu
press
3 to go straight
to the
Screen
menu.
Exiting
a menu
There
are threv ways to exit a menu:
•
Highlight
Lvit and press OK.
•
Press 0 on tile remote.
Press CLEAR. The on screen
displays
are cleared
from the screen
and you
return
to TV viewing.
Control
Panels
Control
panels
allow you to adjust tile default
settings
on many features
of your
TV. You can choose
a setting, enter
a nunlber,
or adjust a level such as tint or
brighmess.
There are three types of control
panels:
sliders, ilunicric
enlry aild
choice
lists.
40
Chapter
3
Press the right or left arrow humm to adjust tllu indicator line on the slider.
If the control
panel
is not set to the
current
time,
use the arrows
to go
back over the columns
and the digits
to make
changes.
You can also enter
numbers
by using
the up and down
arrows on the
remote.
Numeric
Entry
A
nlHneric
_2ntl_'
control
pan_'l
is
used
to
_+'1_t_+'rmlml)_'l-S
or
letters,
A pointer
appears
underneath
the
column
you
are
changing,
1.
Use the digits to enter a number
in the o:>lumn above
the pointer.
2,
Press the
right
arrow
button
to movu to the lleX[ COILlU!+n, then
use the digits
to enter a number.
3.
When
you have finished
entering
information,
press MENU or OK.
Choice Lists
Choice
lists are used to choose
a particular
setting
from a list. When the choice
list appears,
the highlighted
item is the one that is currently
selected,
or "in
use."
Highlight
a choice
on a menu and press OK to select that choice.
You will then
return
to the previous
screen.
Now that you know how
to access
the memas and adjust
the control
panels
the
folk)wing
pages
provide
a brief explanation
of all the menu
+_eatures. The
features
are organized
in order of their location
on the Main Menu.
Chapter
3
41
list of available
audio
modes,
which
c()lltro[
the
way
the
sound
comes
t[lrongh
your
speakers
"lk)ll
can
a]so
access
the AUDIO
lq?OC'I_,S_S'ORul{'ntl
hy
pressing
the SO['NI)
button
on
th,.! remote
Mono
Plaxs
the SoLind in tllono
onh
list* this setting
\,,]/etl
receiving
broadcasts
with
weak
stereo
sig]la]>.
Stereo
Splits
the incoming
slcrco
audio
signal
into
left and
right
chamae[s.
Most
TV prog]allrs
and
recorded
materials
ha\ u StClCO attdio,
The
word
STERI£O appears
on the
'IV ',\lien
}ou
tune
to ;I p]ogtaut
thai
is broadcast
in stereo.
Second
Audio
Program
(SAP)
Plays
the
program's
audio
in a second
language,
if one
is availahle.
The
word
SAP appears
on
the la/when
you
tune
to a program
that
is broadcast
with
SAP il'_[k)tnlatioll,
SAP audio
is
broadcast
ill nlono.
SAP is also
used
to hn)adcast
a
prograt_2's
alldio
\vith
descriptions
of the
video
for the
visually
impaired.
Picture
Quality
Menu
Basic
Picture
Controls
Displays
the five slider controls
[or adjusting
the way
the picture
looks.
Contrast
Adjusts the difference
between
the light and dark areas of
the picture.
Color
Adjusts the richness
c,f the color.
Tint
Adjusts the balance
between
the red and green
levels.
Black
Level
Adjusts the brightness
of the picture.
Sharpness
Adjusts the crispness
of the edges
in the picture.
When
exiting this menu,
the Save Personal
Picture
Preset choice
list will appear.
You can choose
either
Yes or No. If you save the settings
as a Personal
Picture
Preset, the T'V \,,ill store the settings
so you can re-select
them quickly
if
someone
changes
the settings.
Picture
Presets
Disphlys
a choice
list that
lets
_ou
select
one of three
preset
picture
settings:
Bt_bt
Li[gblDlg,
Normal
Ll_btJ;tg,
,q(?,[tLJqhtittg
or Persoual
Pictltr¢,
Preset.
Choose
the
setting
that
is best
for your
\ ie',vit'lg
environment.
Auto
Color
Displays
a choice
_ist that
lets
you
turn
on the
Ieature
that
automatically
corrects
the
color
of the picture.
(This
is especially
useful
l_,n'
tracking
realistic
flesh
tone
colors
:is you
switch
fl-om channel
to channel.)
Choose
Olz or Of,/', depending
on your
preference.
Color
Warmth
Displays
a choice
list that lets
}r()L[sel one
ol three
automatic
color
adjustments:
(,Sol fl_r a more
blue
palette
_+l¸ piclure
colors;
Norma_
and
tl_ld'l_l _)r _t nlore
red
palett_
o_ pictLtr_ colors,
The
v, anl_ setting
corresponds
to
the
NTSC
standard
of 6500
K.
42
Chapter
3
n 01] file
screen.
Of.f
always
No
captioning
illflnlnation
is displayed.
O_z ahvays
Captioning
infoli/lalioi1
is shown
al\\ays.
\\hen
a\ailahle.
On
u,heu
sound
is
nluted
('al_tionint{
Llaf_)rnlatiolA
is sho\xn,
\vhetl
available2,
v, hcncvcr
the
+['\:'s
SOtlL3d
is llltitcd.
(To
mute
the
SOClild,
press
[]/u
MU'['E
hutton.)
The
captioning
information
is not
displayed
xx hen
the
sound
is not
mlltcd
Closed-Caption
Mode
I)isplays
a ,.hokc
lisl Ihat
lets
you
choose
v, hich
Cal)ti<)t3ing tllodc
is used
for displa)ing
captiotlit_g
infoin
t o _.
Menu
Language
Displays
a choice
List that lets
yOU sdect
your
prc__'lred
language
for tlk'
menus:
Engfisb,
._pam.sb
or l:r_,ncb.
Using Closed Captioning
Many
programs
are encoded
with
closed-captioning
in_Tormation,
v, hidl
lets
you
display
the audio
pol-tion
of a plOgl'anl
as text on the TV street3.
Closed
captioning
is not
_w:ailable
on all channels
at nil tin'.es.
Only
specific
programs
encoded
with
closed-captioning
information
arc applicable.
When
a
program
is closed
captioned,
the
CC icon
is displayed
in the channel
banner.
See
Chapter
2 t_)r more
infbrmatkm
about
the
channel
banner.
Tip
If you don't
know
which
Closed-Caption
mode
to use, select CC1. CC1 is probably
the mode
that
is used in your
area. CC2, CC3, and CC4
are reserved
for
foreign
languages,
but are
rarely used at this time.
Closed-Caption
Modes
The
qW offers
eight
closed-captioned
modes,
including
fore
text
modes.
To set the
Closed
Caption
Mod_
1,
Select
Screen
from
the
Main
menu.
2.
Highlight
Closed
C_tption
Mode
and
press
OK
(the
Closed
Caption
Mode
appears).
3.
Highlight
your
choice
tad
p'ess
OK (the
Scr_
n alenu
appears
again).
Note:
7be Text modes
cover
near{l'
hal/'qf
tbepictn*w
on the screen
to
displ({v
the closed-captioHed
t_:vt, M<,e;tbroadcasters
ltse the CC mode,
tt'bicl!
di._p/ays
a fi, tt' lines
oj'caplions
at a time.
Turning
off
Closed-Caption
I.
Select
ScreeH
from
the Main
menu.
2.
Press
OK to select
Closed
Caption
l)i,V#_Lr
3,
Ilighlight
Q[l'Aht'cO,S
and
press
OK
"['hc dosed
captioning
is turned
off atld
yot]
go back
to tile .%'or#ell nlellU.
Chapter3
43
To enter a number
greater
than 99, press and
hold
"1" to enter
the hundreds
digi_
then
press the two
remaining
numbers.
Channel
Menu
Signal
Type
l)isplays
a choice
list that lets you select
the current
antenna
type.
This option
does
not appear
when
the GUIDE Phls+ system
is set up.
UHF/VHFAntenna
Choose
this if you are currently
using an off-air
antenna
for TV signals.
Cable
TV
Choose
this if you are currently
using cable or a cable hox for
TV signals.
Auto
Channel
Search
Tells the TV m search automatically
for all the channels
available
through
the antenna
input.
When the TV finds an active channel,
it
places
it in the Normal channel
list; inactive
channels
(weak
stations
or channels
with no signal at all) will I-Jeremoved
from the channel
lisL If you are using a
cable hox and have set up the GUIDE Plus+ system,
this option
does
not appear.
List and
Labels
Displays
a control
panel
that lets yon edit your Normal
channel
list and choose
a six-character
label for each channel.
Follow
the on-
screen
directions
to enter your channels
and other
information.
Channel
#
Use the tip and down
arrows
to scroll up and down
through
the channels
available
via your antenna.
You can enter
the channel
number
directly
using the number
buttons.
NormalList
Only the channels
included
in the Normal
list are awdlahle
when
you scan up and down
using channel
up and down.
Use the up and
down arrow
buttons
to indicate
whether
the channel
number
indicated
is
included
(Yes) or is not included
(No) in the Normal
channel
list.
ChannelLabel
Use the up and down
arrow buttons
to enter a six-
character
label for each
channel.
Hold the button
down
to scroll quickly
through
the characters.
The TV can store up to 27 labels in memory.
Time Menu
Sleep
Timer
Displays
a control
panel
that lets you select the amount
of time
you want to give the TV before
it shuts itself off.
Schedule
Displays
a control
panel
that lets you set up a schedule
for turning
the TV on and off automatically.
Reminder:
you must turn the schedule
On. The
on screen
directions
guide
yon through
the steps needed
to set the schedule.
Set Time
Displays
a control
panel
that lets you enter the current
time. The on-
screen
directions
guide you through
the steps needed
to set the time. If your
GUIDE Plus+ system is set up, it will automatically
update
your time and this
option
will not appear.
44
Chapter
3
Care and Cleaning
•
Limited Warranty
•
Accessory Order
Form
•
Index
Changing
Entertainment.
Again.
45
Press the POWER button.
Make sure
the TV is plugged
in
Check
the wall receptacle
(or extension
cord)
to make sure
it is "live" bT ptugging
in somethhlg
else¸
Something
nlight
he
wrong
with
your
remote
control.
Press
the
PO_X_EI €, button
on
the
front
of
lhe
"1_.r. if
_he
TV
turns
c)n,
check
the
i_nlotc
control
soh.lti_ms
on
p.
4_.
The
fron_ panel
buttons
may be locked
(disabled's.
Use the remote
control
to unlock
the front panel
controls
by selecting
the Ft_lt!
Palle!/_/ock
in
the
Pctle_z_!
Uo_ztl_ls
menu
and
choosing
I'iet;'
Buttons
don't
work
The front panel
buttons
may be locked
(disabled).
Use tile remote
control
to unlock
tile front panel
controls
by selecting
the Frolll
Panel Block in the Parental
Controls menu
and choosing
Vieu:
Unplug
the TV for two minutes
and then plug it back in. Turn the TV on and try again.
TV turns
off while
playing
Scheduled
Off function
may have
*r_eenactivated.
Go to p. 44 for instructions.
•
Electronic
protection
circuit may have been
activated
because
of a power
surge.
Wait 30 seconds
and then turn the "IV on again.
If
this happens
frequently,
the voltage
in yo_.trhouse
may be abnormally
high
or low.
TV turns on unexpectedly
Scheduled On or Watch from the GUIDE Plus+ system may have been activated. Go to p. 44 for instructions.
Blank screen
Make sure the component connected
to the TV is turned on.
Try another channel.
When I turn on the TV an icon is moving on the screen
Make sure you have removed the Demo Pin from the G LINKjack on the back of your TV.
No sound,
picture
okay
Maybe
soLttld
is
muted.
Press
the
volume
up
ht.nton
to
restore
sound,
Can't
select
certain
channel
Channel
may be blocked
or not approved
in the Parental
Controls menu.
If using
a VCR, make
sure
the TV/VCR button
on the VCR is in the correct
mode
(press
the TV/VCR button
on your VCR)
Noisy stereo reception
The station might be weak.
46
Chapter
4
TV is on
Maybe
the cable/air
setting
is set to tile wrong
position.
Select GUII)I'_[qHs+ Mel/u hon_ the Main menu,
sdcct
the Setupoption,
and provide
the correct
information on the following
screens.
Go to pages
11_-17 for dutailed
instructions.
The channel
might be empty
--
change
channels.
If you're
watching
your VCR and it's connected
with coaxial
cable
to the CABLE/ANTENNA
jack. tune the _ Irt() channel
3 or 4
(whichever
channel
is selected
on the 3/4 sw,itch on the hack of your VCR)
Also check
to make
sure
the TV/VCR bttltoll
on the
VCR is in the correct
mode
(press
the TV/VCR button
on your VCR).
Sound
okay,
picture
poor
Check
antenna
connectkms.
Make sure all (if the cables
are firmly connected
to the jacks.
TIT adjusting
sharpness
function
to improve
_eak
signals.
Go to page 42 tkn"more
instructions.
Black box appears on the screen
Closed-captioning might be on, Check the Closed-Caption
DL_playcontrol panel in the ScreeJ1menu. Go to page 43 for no e
instructions.
Every time
I turn
on the TV, the
Guide
is on the screen
The GUIDE Plus+ system
automatically
appears
on the screen
when
you use the POWER button
on the remote
to turn on the TV.
You can turn off this feature
by pressing
GUIDE on your remote
control
and then select
the Menu bar. Press the right arrow button
to select Setup. Choose
Review
oplions and select
OFF
GUIDE
Plus+ System
Problems
GUIDE
Plus+ setup
won't
switch
to channel
9 for VCR and/or
channel
02 cable
box
Make
sure you have
removed
the Demo Pin from the G-LINK iack. Check
to see if the G-LINK wands
are positioned
correctly
in
front of components'
remote
sensors.
GUIDE Plus+
system
control
of cable
box is slower
than direct
control
of the box itself. Keep this in mind \'_hen changing
channels
You may have
an incorrect
GUIDE Plus+ Channel
Lineup.
The guide
may get out of sync with the cable
provider.
Use the GUIDE
Plus+ Setup in the GUIDEPlus+
Menu
to change
the zip code to 99999. Turn the TV off for 10 minutes,
Use Setup
again to change
the zip code
back
to the correct
value.
If asked,
be sure to select the correct
channel
lineup
from the on-screen
list.
Program
information
doesn't
download
Review
your setup
information
and make
sure it's correct.
Press MENU on the remote
and select
GUIDEPlus+
Setup. Go to page
16
for detailed
instructions
about
the GUIDE Plus+
Setup menus.
The TV must be off to download
information.
Leave your TV off overnight,
for at least 10 hours,
to receive
the initial download
for
your area.
If you're
using
a cable
box, leave
it on so you can receive
program
information.
(Continued
on next page)
Chapter
4
47
Check Schedule for timer conflicts
Go to page 4,1 [or instructions,
Make s(ne the "_\ands
o[ the.' G-[.INK ,.able me placed
m front o| the remote
sensor(s)
on the componet;t(s).
Make sure your VCP, is turned
ot'I during
thq th'ne you'\ e sdreduled
to rect_rd a program
becaose
the system
tttrns tht +VCI_(m when
it starts
fecordillg
(i{
its
ah__'ad}
Otl
wh_.ol3
I'ecor0ill_
starts,
the
system
will
tLirn
it off).
Make sure
there is a tape
in the VCI,_and that the VCR is connected
properly
Be sure that y(_u set up the VCR in the (;t 'll)l:"Phts+ S(,/ltI,' menus.
If you don't complete
tile CoJz/_gllring./bra
V67,' steps
successfully,
t]l_.+ Rectlrd option
\\on't
be available
Go to p. lg for detailed
instructions.
If a cable
box is attached
to _our TV. make
sure
you set it up correctly
in the GUllDk'l_lus+ S_,tup menus.
Go tt) page
16 17 t_r
detailed
instI uctions
The Remote
Control
Doesn't
Work
Sonlethillg
might
])c
beP,\ccn
th( + tcn/ote
and
the
remote
sensor
on
the
conlpolletrt
Make
sule
there
is
a clear
path.
Maybe
the
remote
isn't
aimed
directly
at
the
con_ponent
(TV
or
VCR)
that
you're
tITing
to
operate.
Maybe
batteries
ill
renlot(2
are
weak,
dead
or
installed
incorrectly.
Put
new
batteries
in
the
relll()te.
You
might
need
to
drah_
the
r__+lllote's
lllicroprocessor:
remove
batteries
and
press
the
llumber
1 button
for
at least
60
seconds.
Release
the
1 hunon,
replace
the hattet'ies,
and
(if
necessa
W)
program
tire
remote
again.
Problems
with
V-Chip/Parental
Controls
The rating
limits
don't
work
You nrust lock _lre settings.
Go to the ?1"MAINMENU(press
MENU ot_.your remote),
select Parental
Controls (press
6 on your
remote),
select
Lock Parenlal
C_mtrols (press
6 on your remote).
I don't
remember
my password
and I want
to unlock
the TV
If you forget
your password,
simultaneously
press and hold MENU on the television
and volume
down
on the remote
for 3 seconds.
Nothing
appears
on the screen,
Parental
Controls
simply unlock
and you can re enter
a password
via Locl_ Parental
Controls.
The _/-Chip
won't
let me watch
a program
even
though
it's not
rated
as violent.
Maybe the movie
was given an NR (Not Rated)
status.
After you block movie
ratings,
you must set NRto
View separately
in order to
view movies
with an NR rating
48
Chapter
4
Care and Cleaning
CAUTION:
Turn
OFF your
'IW before
cleaning.
You can
clean
the "IA1as required,
using
a soft
lint-free
cloth.
Be sure
to occasiona[ly
dust
the
ventilation
slots
in the cabinet
to help
assure
adequate
ventilation.
The
TV's
screen
may
be cleaned
with
a soft,
lint-free
cloth
as well.
Take
care
not
to scratch
or mar
the
screen.
If
necessary,
you
may
use
a cloth
dampened
with
warm
water.
Never
use
strong
cleaning
agents,
such
as anlmonia-based
cleaners,
or
abrasive
powder.
These
types
of cleaners
will
damage
the
TV.
While cleaning
do not spray
liquid directly
on the screen,
or allow liquid to run down the screen and inside the "IV. Also,
avoid placing
drinks
or vases
with water on top of the TV. This could
increase
the risk of fire or shock
hazard or damage
to
the TV.
Caution:
If fixed (non-moving)
images
are left on the screen
for long periods,
they may be permanently
imprinted
on the
picture
tube.
Such images
include
network
logos, phone
numbers,
and video games.
This damage
is not covered
by your
warranty.
Extended
viewing
of channels
displaying
these
images
should
be avoided.
RCA TV Limited
Warranty
What
your
warranty
covers:
•
Any
defect
in materials
or workmanship.
For
how
long
after
your
purchase:
•
90 days
for labor
charges.
•
One
year
for parts.
•
Two
years
for the
picture
tubes.
The
warranty
period
for rental
units
begins
with
the first rental
or 45 days
from
date
of shipment
to the rental
firm,
whichever
comes
first.
"What we will do:
•
Pay any Authorized
RCA Television
Service Center the labor charges
to repair
your television.
•
Pay any Authorized
RCA Television
Service Center for the new or, at our option,
refurbished
replacement
parts and
picture
tubes
required
to repair your
television.
How you
get service:
•
For screen
sizes of 26" and smaller:
Take your RCA television
to any Authorized
RCA Television
Se_wice Center and
pick up when
repairs
are complete.
•
For screen
sizes larger than 26":
Request
home or pick up, repair, and return
service
from any Authorized
RCA
Television
Service Center,
provided
that your television
is located
within
the geographic
territory
covered
by an
Authorized
RCA Television
Service Center.
If not, you must take your television
to the Service Center
location
at your
own expense,
or pay for the cost the Service Center may charge
to transport
your television
to and from your home.
•
To identify your nearest
Authorized
RCA Television
Service Center, ask your dealer,
look in the Yellow Pages, or call
1-800-336-1900.
Show the Authorized
Service Center
Representative
your sales
receipt
or other
evidence
of purchase
date or first renud.
(Continued
on next
page)
Chapter
4
49
how to install, adjust, and operate your television.
Any
additional
inff)rmation
should
be obtained
from your dealer).
•
Installation
and related
adjustments.
•
Signal reception
problems
not caused
by your television.
Damage
#urn misuse
or neglect.
Batteries.
•
Customer
replacement
fuses.
•
Images
burned
onto the screen.
•
A television
that has been
modified
or incorporated
into other
products
or is used
for institutional
or other commercial
purposes.
•
A television
purchased
or serviced
outside
the U.S.A.
•
Acts of God, such as but not limited to lightning
damage.
Product
registration:
Please complete
and mail the Product
Registration
Card packed with your TV.
It will make it easier to contact
you
should
it ever be necessary.
The return
of the card is not required
for warranty
coverage.
How
state
law relates
to this warranty:
This warranty
gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other
rights that vary from state to state.
If you
purchased
your
television
outside
the United
States:
•
This warranty
does
not apply.
Contact
your dealer for warranty
information.
Service
calls
which
do
not
involve
defective
materials
or workmanship
are
not
covered
by
this
warranty.
Costs
of
such
service
calls
are
the
sole
responsibility
of the
purchaser.
50
Chapter
4
o_l the back
of 3_mr
_7_
or 7V
7he ends
screw
olt_
the c'omtectors
fi_r a
SeCllfe
Co111_ec11071
VH89 (6-ft)
Push-on
Cable
attaches
to the
round
alltc,
Hlla
connectors
(called
7_
ohnl
P=O'po)
on
the
back
c?/'l_mr
VCR
or
7_d Ends
push
olt fi_r
a quick
COtlllecliOll
Gold-Tipped
cable
VH83 (6-ft)
Monaural
VCR Dubbtn
8
Cable
Double
cabl*" that lets
you
col2nect
the video
and
audio
jack._ *f two
VHS
VCRs to duplicate
tapes.
Can
also be used
to connect
a VCRtoyour
T_
Cable
is
color-coded
and
shielded.
Has RCA -type pbono
phlgs
on each
end,
Stereo
VCR Dubbing
Cable
T_iple cable
that
lets 3_u
connect
the
VIDlzO
and
Al't_to
jacks
of stereo
components.
Gold-Tipped
cable
VH84 (6-ft)
Continued
on
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Accessory
Order
Form
Description
Screw-on
antenna
cable (3-ft)
Screw-on
antenna
cable (6-ft)
VH82
$5.95
Push-on antenna
cable (6-ft)
VH89
$5.95
Monaural
VCR Dubbing
Cable (6-ft)
VH83
$5.95
Stereo VCR Dubbing
Cable (6-if)
VH84
$9.95
2-way Signal Splitter
VH47
$3.95
Amplified
Antenna
ANT200
$49.95
Antenna
Mixer
(not
shown)
193984
$11.15
Remote Control
(CRK17TF1)
247050
$19.35
Audio,Video
Adapter
(not
shown)
228449
$4.45
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Prices are subject
to change
without
notice.
Total
Merchandise
.............................................
Sales Tax ..............................................................
$__
We are required
by law to collect
the
appropriate
sales tax for
each individual
state,
country,
and locality
to which
the
merchandise
is being
sent.
Shipping
and Handling
.....................................
$
5.oo
Total
Amount
Enclosed ....................................
Use VISA, MasterCard,
or Discover
Card
preferably.
Money
order
or check
must
be in U.S.
currency
only.
No COD or CASH.
All accessories
are subject
to availability.
Where
applicable,
we will
ship a superseding
model.
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order on your
VISA,
MasterCard,
or Discover
Card by
filling
in below
USE
YOUR
CREDIT
CARD
IMPORTANT:
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account number
from your VISA card
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IMPORTANT:
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account
number
from your MasterCard
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Copy Number
above your
name on
MasterCard
My.card
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expires:
IMPORTANT:
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accouat
number
from your Discover
Card
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AUTHORIZED
SIGNATURE
(Credit
card
order
will
not be processed
without
signature)
Print or type your name and
A complete
and correct
address clearly,
order will save you days
of waiting.
Name:
Street:
City:
Apt:
State:
Zip:
Daytime
phone
number:
Please
make
sure
that both
sides
of this form
have
been
tilled
out completely.
• Allow
4 weeks
for delivery.
• All accessories
are subject
to availability.
• Prices
are subject
to change.
Splitter
VH47
2-way
Signal
Splitter
Helps you
connect
a second
TV
or VCR.
Amplified
Antenna
Allows
39u to quickly
switch
from
the antenna
signal
to tbe
cable
or satellite
signal
without
disconnecting
the antenrla.
ANT200
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CRK17TF1
Remote
Control
This
is the remote
control
that
came
pacl_ed
wilb your
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Replacements
or spares
can
be
ordered
as needed.
To Order
To place your order
by phone,
have your Visa,
MasterCard
or Discover
Card ready and call the toll-free
number
listed below.
Use this number
only to place
an order for accessory
items listed on this order
form.
1-800-338-0376
To place your order by mail, detach
and mail the
completed
order
form with credit card information,
money
order or check
in US currency
(made
payable
to
Thomson
Consumer
Electronics,
Inc.) to the following
address:
I
Video
Accessories
PO
Box
8419
Ronks,
PA
17573
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Chapter
4
for the remote
14
Black Level
42
Block
Age Based Ratings
33
Channel
37
Front Panel
37
Movie Ratings
36
Specific Content
Themes
34
V-Chip Unrated
Program
37
Buttons,
remote
20
C
CABLE/ANTENNA
jack
8,9,11
Cables
coaxial
7
G-LINK 7
CC (Closed
Captioning)
43
CH+ button
20
CH- button
20
Channel
Banner
30
Block
37
Lalyels 44
Lineup
22
Menu
44
Search
15
Channels
menu
28
CLEARbutton
20
Closed
Caption
Display
43
Mode
43
Coaxial
cable
7
Color Warmth
42
Connections
nmltip[e
11
TV + VCR 8
TV Only
9
Content
Themes
31
Contrast
42
Control
Panels
40
D
DemoPin
6, 8, 9,
11
F
Finding
the sensor
13
Fixed hnages
49
Front panel
block
37
buttons
12
G
G LINK
cable
7
connecting
13
wands
I3
GO BACK button
20
Grid Guide
menu
23
GUIDE button
20
GUIDE Plus+ system
22
Channel
Lineup
22
Downloading
Information
22
Guide
Plus+ system
setup
15
INFO button
20
Interactive
setup
15
L
Labels
44
Language
43
Languages,
selecting
15
Locating
remote
sensor
13
Lock, Parental
Controls
38
M
Memory
44
Menu
Audio
42
Channel
44
Channels
28
Grid Guide
23
lxmguage
43
Messages
27
News
26
Picture Quality
42
Schedule
26
Screen
t3
Setup
28
SLEEP
button
20
Sort
25
Steep
Timer
3(), 4,1
Time
44
Sort
menu
2-3
MF.NU
btltton
20
Stereo
42
Menus
GUII)E
Hus+
system
setup
T
15
Messages
menu
27
Tinle
Menu
4q
Mono
42
Tint
42
Mute
42
Troubleshooting
q6
MUTE
btltton
20
"IX
connecting
9
N
News m_2ntl 26
Normal
List
44
Numher
huttons
20
O
OK button
20
P
Parental
Comrols
Locking, Unlocking
38
menu
30
Picture
Presets
42
Quality Menu
42
POWER button
20
R
Rating Limits
movies
35
"IV 32
Remote,
batteries
14
Remote
control
buttons
20
Remote
sensor
13
S
SAP 42
Satellite Receiver,
connecting
11
Schedule
44
menu
26
Screen
menu
43
Second
Audio
Program
(SAP)
42
Set Time
44
Setup
GUII)E Plus+ system
menus
15
menu
2_q
Sharlmess
i2
Signal Type
Cable IV
ti
I IIIF/VItF
Antenna
44
SKIP button
20
U
UHF/VHF
Antenna
4i
Unlock,
Parental
controls
38
V
V-Chip
30
Age-Based
Ratings
31
Blocking
Movies
35
Content
Themes
31
VCR, connecting
8
VOLUME buttons
20
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Warranty
49
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4
53
Please do not send any products
to the
Indianapolis
address listed in this manual
or on the carton.
This wilt only
add delays in service for your
product.
€okTHOMSON
CONSUMER
ELECTRONICS
10330 North
Meridian
Street
Indianapolis,
IN 46290
©2000
Thomson
Consumer
Electronics,
Inc.
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