RCA Pius+ Gold System Operation & User’s Manual

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shock hazard, do not expose this TV to rain or moisture. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage" inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury. This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product. WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. Attention: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqú au fond. Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your product for its proper operating voltage. FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate it. If fixed (non-moving) images are left on the screen for long periods, they may be permanently imprinted on the screen. Such images include network logos, phone numbers, and video games. This damage is not covered by your warranty. Extended viewing of channels displaying these images should be avoided. Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical. VCR Plus+, C3, PlusCode and GUIDE Plus+ are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. 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 record the serial and model numbers in case you need them. The numbers are located on the back of the television. Model No. ____________________________________________________ Serial No. ____________________________________________________ Purchase Date: ________________________________________________ Dealer/Address/Phone: ___________________________________________________________________________________ The VCR Plus+ and GUIDE Plus+ systems are manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation and VCR Index Systems B.V., respectively. GEMSTAR IS NOT IN ANY WAY LIABLE FOR THE ACCURACY OF THE PROGRAM SCHEDULE INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THE GUIDE PLUS+ SYSTEM. IN NO EVENT SHALL GEMSTAR BE LIABLE FOR ANY AMOUNTS 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. VCR required for recording.

Setup And Connections .......................................................... 3 Step 1: Unpack the TV...................................................................... 4 Step 2: Connect Your TV .................................................................. 4 TV Only ....................................................................................... 4 The Basic connection ................................................................. 5 Advanced Connections .............................................................. 6 Step 3: Connect the IR Controller.................................................... 9 Attaching the IR Controller ....................................................... 9 Step 4: Plug in the TV..................................................................... 10 Step 5: Place Batteries in Remote.................................................. 10 Step 6: Turn On the TV ................................................................... 10 Step 7: Program the TV .................................................................. 10 Interactive Setup .................................................................... 11 Using Point and Select ................................................................... 12 Entering Setup................................................................................ 12 Selecting a Language ..................................................................... 13 Auto Channel Search ..................................................................... 13 The GUIDE Pius+ Gold System ....................................................... 14 Setting Up the GUIDE Pius+ Gold System............................... 14 Setting the Time ............................................................................. 16 Setting the VCR1 Channel (auto tuning) ...................................... 17 Setting the VCR2 Channel (auto tuning) ...................................... 17 Setting the DVD Channel (auto tuning) ....................................... 18 Setting the SAT/CABLE Channel (auto tuning) ............................. 19 Labeling the Channels ................................................................... 20 Using the Remote..................................................................... 21 Interactive Setup ............................................................................ 21 Remote Buttons.............................................................................. 22 Using the WHO•INPUT Button................................................ 23 Programming the Remote ............................................................. 24 Testing the Remote.................................................................. 24 Using the Remote to Control a Device ................................... 25 Modes of Operation ................................................................ 25 Front Panel ..................................................................................... 25 Using The Menus....................................................................... 27

Menus and Control Panels ............................................................. 28 Audio Menu .................................................................................... 30 Using the Remote to Select an Audio Processor .......................... 31 Picture Quality Menu ..................................................................... 32 Screen Menu ................................................................................... 33 Using Closed Captioning ......................................................... 34 Channel Menu ................................................................................ 35 Time Menu ...................................................................................... 36 Other Menus ................................................................................... 36 Features and Controls......................................................... 37 GUIDE PLus+ Gold Menu................................................................ 38 About the GUIDE PLus+ Gold System............................................ 38 Downloading Data .................................................................. 39 Grid Guide ................................................................................ 40 Sort ........................................................................................... 41 Schedule ................................................................................... 42 News ......................................................................................... 42 Messages .................................................................................. 43 Editor ........................................................................................ 44 Channel Marker .............................................................................. 45 PIP (Picture-in-Picture) Operation ................................................. 46 Parental Controls and V-Chip ........................................................ 47 V-Chip TV Rating Limit ............................................................ 48 V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ...................................................... 52 V-Chip Unrated Program Block ............................................... 53 Channel Block .......................................................................... 53 Front Panel Block ..................................................................... 53 Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ................................................ 53 Reference.....................................................................................54 Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 54 Care and Cleaning .......................................................................... 55 RCA Direct view tv LIMITED WARRANTY ...................................... 56 RCA PROJECTION TV WARRANTY ................................................. 57 Accessory Information .......................................................58 Index ............................................................................................. 61

Getting started This manual is designed to get you started quickly. The first five sections of the manual show you how to get your TV set up and connected, run the Interactive Setup, program the remote, and use all of the menus, features, and controls of your TV. The Reference section in the back of the book contains troubleshooting tips, care and cleaning instructions, accessory ordering information and your warranty. Well… if your TV’s out of the box, let’s get started. ¢ Setup and connections Interactive Setup 1 2 ¢ ¢ Using the Menu System Using the remote 3 4 ¢ Features and Controls ¢ Reference 6 5 Check out the notes that have been added throughout the manual in these Tip Boxes. There are some important tips that will help you get the most from your TV.