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user’s guide
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RCA LCD FLAT PAne L HDTV
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connections 7
remote 22
features 30
menus 36
FAQs 40
warranty 46
Table of contents 1
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Important Information This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double CAUTIOn insulation between hazardous main voltage and user accessible RISK OF eLeCTRIC SHOCK. parts. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. DO n OT OPen . Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). n o user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. This symbol indicates “dangerous This symbol indicates important voltage” insid
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Important Safety Instructions 1. Read and follow all instructions. 2. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 3. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 4. Do not negate the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades
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Table of Contents Important Information ................................................................................................................... i Important Safety Information .........................................................................................................ii Chapter 1 I Connections & Setup Before Initial Setup .................................................................................................................... 7 Protect Against Power Surges ....
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Chapter 2 I Using the Remote Control Remote Control Buttons ......................................................................................................... 22 TV Functions ............................................................................................................................. 22 In PUT Button ............................................................................................................................ 23 Programming the Remote to Operate Other Compone
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Chapter 5 I Other Information Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ....................................................................................... 40 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................... 41 V-Chip Rating Explanations .................................................................................................... 44 US V-Chip Rating System ...................................................
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1 Connections and Setup Before Initial Setup Protect Against Power Surges • Connect all components befor e you plug any power cor ds into the wall outlet or power strip. • NEVER plug your TV into an outlet that is contr olled by a wall switch. • T ur n of f the TV befor e you connect or disconnect any cables. • Make sur e all antennas and cables ar e pr operly gr ounded. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions. Safety Information • Pr ot
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Attaching Your TV to the Table Stand Your TV comes without the table stand attached so that you can choose to mount your TV either to its table stand or to a wall (wall mount sold separately). If you want to mount your TV to the wall, don’t attach the table stand. Follow the Mounting Your TV to the Wall instructions on page 12. Fixed Table Stand Assembly for Models L26HD31 and L26HD31S Parts List Step 1 Remove the TV bag and place it on a large, flat surface such as a table or countertop. R
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Fixed Table Stand Assembly for Model L32HD31 Parts List Step 1 Remove the TV bag and place it on a large, flat surface such as a table or countertop. Remove the TV from the carton and place it face down on the TV bag. Be sure that the TV is face down to avoid scratching the screen. Follow the directions on the following pages for assembling the stand and attaching it to the TV. 1 Stand Table 1 Post Support 3 Size M4 ST-Screws 1 Size M8 Screw Step 2 1. Remove the base and the assembly par
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Swivel Table Stand Assembly for Models L32HD36 and L40HD36 Parts List 1 Hinge 1 Stand Table Base 4 Size M5 Screws 1 Size M8 Screw 1 Hinge Cover Step 1 There are two options for the stand assembly: Option 1: Your TV has been packed upside down in the carton (see Figure 1) so you can attach the TV stand assembly before removing the TV from the box. This minimizes the risk of scratching the screen. After removing the bag covering the TV, follow the directions on the following pages for assembling
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Step 3 1. On the hinge cover, locate the triple-pronged tab. Fastener 2. Place the hinge cover over the hinge, aligning the triple pronged tab with the slot on the back (narrowest) part of the stand. 3. Push and fasten the hinge cover to the stand base. Be sure all three tabs snap firmly in place. Slot Step 4 Remove the stand cap from the TV cabinet by pushing on the small tab and pulling out the cap. Step 5 Attach the fully assembled table stand to the TV cabinet by inserting the hinge
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Mounting Your TV to the Wall Caution: Your wall To mount your TV to the wall, purchase a VESA wall mount. mount must be able Model L26HD31/L26HD31S Purchase a VeSA 100 x 100, M4 screw to bear a minimum of five times the TV’s net weight to avoid causing Model L32HD31/L32HD36 Purchase a VeSA 200 x 100, M4 screw damage. Model L40HD36 Purchase a VeSA 600 x 400, M6 screw The VeSA number is the horizontal and vertical measurement of the mounting holes. For exa
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Home Installation Choose Your Connections Note for US There are several ways to connect components, such as DVD players and setup boxes, to your Customers: If you TV. Please use the following chart to determine which connections are best for you. Proceed to the appropriate pages to connect your components. prefer, we can provide you with the name of an Jacks Used Cable Neded Go to… Authorized Service Representative who will, for a fee, install page 14 your electronic entertainment sy
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Connecting a Component with Composite Video (Good) To connect a component with a video output jack, such as a DVD player, follow these steps: example: DVD Player 1. Connect your cable and/or off-air antenna as described on page 12. 2. Connect the video cable to the (VID1) VIDeO jack on the back of the TV and to the video output jack on the DVD player. 3. Connect the red and white audio cables to the (VID1) right and left audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the audio output jacks on the DV
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Connecting a Component with HDMI (Best) High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) technology is an uncompressed digital connection that carries both video and audio data by way of an integrated mini-plug cable. Since HDMI technology is based on Digital Visual Interface (DVI), the jack on the back of your TV is also compatible with components that have a DVI output jack. example: Set-top box with HDMI jack: 1. Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI2/DVI In PUT jack or the HDMI1/DVI In PUT jack on
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Connecting a PC Component To connect a personal computer and use your TV as a monitor, follow these steps: 1. Connect your cable and/or off-air antenna as described on page 12. 2. Connect one end of a 15-pin monitor cable to the PC In PUT VIDeO jack on the TV and the other end to the PC’s video output jack. Note: If your PC’s video output isn’t 15-pin, you’ll need an adapter that can connect to a 15-pin monitor cable. 3. Connect a 3.5mm stereo mini-pin audio cable (sometimes referred to as 1
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Plug in the TV Plug the end of the power cord into the back of the TV. Plug the other end into an outlet, inserting the plug completely. Do not plug the TV into an outlet controlled by a light switch. Put Batteries in the Remote • Remove the battery compartment cover fr om the back of the r emote contr ol by pushing the tab and lifting off the cover. • Insert 2 AA batteries, making sur e the polarities (+ and -) ar e aligned corr ectly . • Replace the cover . Turn
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Complete the Initial Setup The menu system in your TV allows all of the TV’s features to work properly. The first time you turn on your TV, the language screen appears. Set the Menu Language Menu Language The first step of the setup requires you to select your preferred language for the menu system. If english Englis h is your preferred language, press OK and proceed to set the TV Location Mode. To choose another F rançai s Españ ol language, press the down arrow until that language is hi
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What To expect Watching TV Analog Channels An “A” at the bottom of the screen denotes that you are watching an analog channel. Analog video is sent in a 4/3 format. Your TV can display these channels in a 16/9 format by pressing the FORMAT buttons to view the different formats available. Go to page 35 for more explanation of screen formats. Watching TV Digital Channels A “D” at the bottom of the screen denotes that you are watching a digital channel. Most digital video is sent in a 16/9 forma
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explanation of Jacks (in alphabetical order) This section describes the jacks on the back panel of your TV/DVD. There are several ways to connect components. ANTENNA/CABLE Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from your antenna, cable, or cable box. AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT 1 (VID1) Lets you connect a component that has composite video jacks, such as a VCR or DVD player. • L AUDIO Provides left audio connection when using the VIDeO In PUT 1 jack. The left audio connectors are us
