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Page 2: ...chocs electriques ne pas utiliser la fiche polarisCe de cet appareil avec une rallonge une prise de courant ou une autre sortie B moins que les lames ne puissent etre ins s fond sans qu aucune partie ne soit 1aissCe i dkcouvert l All operating controls and their functions are identified and explained in this manual For warranty service or routine maintenance contact the nearest Authorized RCA TV S...

Page 3: ...rols 6 TV On Screen Status Displays 7 Remote Control l Installing Batteries 8 l Basic Operation Theory 9 l TV Functions 10 11 Freeze and Zoom 12 Channel Guide 13 VIDEO Button General Instructions 14 l Color Convergence Adjustments 15 AUDIO Button General Instructions 16 l Sound Retrieval S ystem SRS 0 I7 SETIJP Button General Instructions 18 l Sleep Timer 19 l Alarm Function 20 l Changing Antenna ...

Page 4: ... you to move the TV through doorways because the collapsed back makes the TV narrower After the TV is positioned in your home you can easily extend the back cover to its normal operating position by following the instructions below Alignment Hole for Alignment Hole for 1 Remove the four wing nuts from the literature bag Locating Pin Locating Pin 2 Remove the two screws labeled A from the shipping ...

Page 5: ... 160 horizontal viewing area ISide View During daylight hours you may also see some reflection on the screen from exterior light sources If so you may wish to use drapes or screens to reduce reflection or consider a different placement of the TV 5 Connect antenna or cable TV system Most antenna or cable TV systems can be connected as show here Incoming Cable from Antenna or Cable TV System l Detai...

Page 6: ...ory l Details about using the remote are on page 9 13 8 Converge Colors if Necessary If you notice colored rings or halos around objects in the picture you may need to converge the colors Over a period of time the picture tubes can drift out of alignment due to normal bumps and vibrations or moving the TV Details for converging the colors are on page 15 9 AutoProgram the TV s channel memory To sta...

Page 7: ... MENU to select desired function and then press or to adjust it Details are on page 14 2 To see the audio menu repeatedly press MENU to select the AUDIO MENU and then press or to adjust it Details begin on page 16 3 To see the setup menu repeatedly press MENU to select SETUP MENU and then press Repeatedly press MENU to select desired function and then press or to adjust it Details begin on page 18...

Page 8: ...nel Buttons l Press CH up to see the next higher channel in memory l Press CH down to see the next lower channel in memory l You can add or erase channels in memory as desired Details are on page 24 o 6 The storage compartment is available on Model P46 159 only I 0 4 MENU Button l Press repeatedly until the menu you want to display is selected then press or Next press MENU repeatedly to select the...

Page 9: ...Y button When the channel numbers are blue you are watching the signals from the ANT A antenna input If you change the ANTENNA A B function to B the color of the channel numbers will change to yellow to let you know you are watching the signals from the ANT B input The word STEREO will appear next to the channel number if the STEREO SAP function is set to STEREO and the channel you ve tuned is bro...

Page 10: ...l it snaps back together The operation of the remote will probably not be affected Installing Replacing Batteries Turn the remote control face down 2 Press down on the ridged area of the battery cover and slide it off 3 Install four AAA batteries in the battery compartment as shown Make sure you insert the negative end of each battery first 4 Replace the cover and turn remote over face up Notes l ...

Page 11: ...he component you selected in step 1 To control a different component first press its component button VCRI VCR2 CABLE AUDIO or TV and then press the desired function button Note Not all components have functions that can be controlled by these buttons but you can experiment with your particular models to discover exactly which buttons will control it The TV button automatically controls your TV no...

Page 12: ...OLUME down to decrease volume 0 4 MUTE Button l Press MUTE to quickly reduce sound to minimum level without affecting the picture This is especially useful during telephone calls or other interruptions l When the sound is muted the word MUTE will be displayed on the screen l To restore sound press MUTE again or press VOLUME UP 0 0 5 PC Previous Channel Button 2 CHANNEL Buttons l Pressing the PC bu...

Page 13: ...function you want to adjust and then press or to adjust the setting Details about using each function begin on page 14 0 15 INPUT Button l Lets you quickly view signals from the INPUT jacks Pressing this button switches the TV from its current channel directly to channel 90 then channel 9 1 then channel 92 l Channel 90 lets you see the signals coming from a device that is connected to the S VIDEO ...

Page 14: ...it work Press FRZ once to freeze the TV picture The sound of the program will not be affected Press and hold ZOOM until desired zoom amount is reached Press and hold OUT to reduce the zoom amount and return to normal size After you have zoomed in you can press the arrow buttons to move around the screen pan Note Sometimes you may want to freeze the picture first and then zoom in or you can zoom in...

Page 15: ...ttle screen will display a stop action picture that will be continuously updated l To select one of the channels being displayed in the channel guide press l While the 12 channels are on the the two corresponding number screen you can use the ZOOM button buttons for that channel to enlarge the picture and then use the arrow buttons to move around the screen To return to normal size press OUT Note ...

Page 16: ...mote control The last function you adjusted will reappear on the TV screen 14 Adjusting for a Color Picture that Pleases You 1 Decrease color to minimum This will leave a black and white image on the screen 2 Adjust contrast until the picture pleases you 3 Adjust brightness until the black parts of the picture appear black You may need to wait until the picture shows something you re sure is black...

Page 17: ...e lines Converging Aligning the Colors with remote only 1 Turn on the TV and select a channel that is active in your area Allow the TV to operate at least ten minutes before converging 2 Repeatedly press the VIDEO button until the CONVERGENCE function is selected 3 Then press the button to display the pattern TV TO EXIT 4 When properly converged all three colors in the pattern red blue and green s...

Page 18: ...he SAP audio until you change channels or return the STEREO SAP function back to STEREO Note Some TV stations transmit a pilot signal that makes your TV think it s receiving stereo even though the broadcast signal is monaural The pilot signal will make the stereo indicator STEREO appear on the screen next to the channel number however you will not be able to hear stereo sound If this happens check...

Page 19: ...ity external speakers will further optimize the sound performance of your TV urning On SRS 0 Repeatedly press the MENU button to select AUDIO MENU press and then repeatedly press MENU again to select SRS ON OFF function Vote You can also change the yRS ON OFF function between ON and 3FF without going through the menu by ressing the SRS button on the remote Repeatedly press the button to hange the ...

Page 20: ...el memory Pressing the CHANNEL up or down buttons will then allow you to scan only active channels Details are on page 24 The CHAN MEM function allows you to erase and add channels to channel memory as desired Details are on page 24 The CABLE AIR function tells your TV whether you have a cable TV system or a home antenna connected to the TV Your TV is so automatic that YOU will probably never need...

Page 21: ...ar from the screen in a few seconds To make it disappear more quickly press the CLEAR button 4 The sleep timer will begin to count down to zero The word SLEEP will appear on the screen whenever you change channels or press the remote s TV or DISPLAY button to let you know the sleep timer is activated The amount of time remaining before the TV shuts itself off will appear in the sleep timer menu wh...

Page 22: ...e alarm settings 2 When the first ALARM function is selected pressing or will switch the setting between ON and OFF Set this function to ON if you want to activate the alarm When this function is set to OFE the alarm is deactivated and the TV will not turn on or off by itself Note If SET CLOCK is displayed next to ALARM you will need to set the clock time before you will be able to turn on the ala...

Page 23: ...e the CABLE AIR function as described on page 18 if using your set like this The Channel Memory is the list of channels your TV will stop on when you press the CHANNEL up or down buttons Your TV provides two separate Channel Memories one for ANT A input and one for ANT B input This allows you to add or delete channels into each channel memory as desired When you use the AUTOPROGRAM function the TV...

Page 24: ...L function Four blank letter frames will appear under the channel number Select the channel number you want to label by pressing the CHANNEL up or down button or by pressing two number buttons Press and hold the VOLUME up or down button until the letter or character you want appears on the screen Pressing VOLUME up sequences through the characters in alphabetical order Pressing VOLUME down sequenc...

Page 25: ...instructions below will first tell you how to turn parental control on or off with the PARENTAL CTRL function and then how to lock out desired channels with the CHAN CTRL function 1 Repeatedly press MENU to select SETUP MENU and then press or to display setup functions Repeatedly press MENU to select the PARENTAL CTRL function l When this function is set to ON PARENTAL CTRL is activated and any ch...

Page 26: ...or without remote 1 Connect home antenna s or cable 3 Press either or to begin TV to your set autoprogramming The TV will first 2 After you have turned on the TV program all channels for ANT A and adjusted the volume repeatedly input and then program all channels press MENU to select SETUP for ANT B input even if you only have one antenna inuut connected MENU and then press or to display the setup...

Page 27: ... to display the setup functions Repeatedly press MENU to select the VCR 1 CHAN function 4 If you have another VCR connected to the TV press MENU to select the VCR 2 CHAN function 2 Enter the channel number you want to program by pressing two digit buttons on the remote control The channel number you enter is the channel to which the TV will tune automatically when you later press the VCR1 button o...

Page 28: ... then not only switch the remote to cable mode but will also automatically tune the TV to the proper channel for viewing the picture from the cable box Note Pressing the CABLE button does not change between AiVTA and ANT B antenna inputs as explained on page 18 Setting Up Cable Box Channel with or without remote 1 Repeatedly press MENU to select the 3 Press the button to program the SETUP MENU and...

Page 29: ...or VCRZ l Select channel 90 if the other source is connected to the TV s S VIDEO connector When using an S VHS input for the source of the small picture you must connect the video output of the source to VIDEO INPUT I of the set When the picture from the S VHS source is displayed in the small inset picture you will see a non S VHS picture and when the picture from the S VHS source is displayed in ...

Page 30: ... in that direction You can move the small picture anywhere on the screen by pressing and holding the arrow buttons one at a time Repeatedly press ZOOM to enlarge the small picture Five sizes are available Repeatedly press OUT to reduce the size of the small picture to the smallest size Press SWAP to switch the small picture with the Press FRZ to freeze the small picture Press FRZ again to return t...

Page 31: ...when the component s power button is switched off l If the outlet is labeled unswitched that means power will always be available at that outlet even when the component is turned off Depending on the size of your system you may prefer to use an extension cord or a multiple adapter to get enough outlets for all your components The power cords on your RCA components are polarized one blade is wider ...

Page 32: ... viewer at the back of the room put switch in INYEXT SURR position This maintains normal volume of the TV s internal speakers and a surround signal to rear speakers l Details about connecting speakers to the TV are on pages 44 45 IMPORTANT Always place switch in INT EXT SURR position if no external speakers are used or if external speakers are ever disconnected 30 0 0 5A 5B INPUT 2 Jacks provide f...

Page 33: ...ush on ___ VHF or UHF Only or VHF UHF Combination supplied OR DASWANTEP ANTA ANTB a I a2 I BACK OFlV If the antenna cables coming from your home antenna s are a 75 ohm round coaxial cable that carries and a 300 ohm flat twin lead cable for UHF channels 14 69 connect them to your set like this Incoming Cables UHF _ From C and Antenna YixerC Home Antenna s VHF v v OR VHF channels 2 13 CPgLEMIlEl A M...

Page 34: ...your cable company requires a converter decoder box that cannot be controlled by remote control Scrambled Cable TV Channels Some cable TV decoders require that you manually switch from regular to scrambled channels on the decoder whenever you wish to view the premium pay channels By connecting the decoder to the ANT A input and CONVERTER output on the TV as shown here you can switch between the sc...

Page 35: ...l thru their antenna jacks even when the VCR is turned off This allows you to watch scrambled channels from the converter box without having to turn on the VCR This connection can be useful because it will let you record a scrambled channel on the VCR at the same time you are watching a non scrambled channel thru the ANT A jack on the TV For picture in picture viewing be sure to also connect the a...

Page 36: ...hould turn on Pressing the CHANNEL buttons should then also change channels on the cable box l If the cable box does not react to the remote or if the remote turns on the cable box but does not change channels repeat steps 1 thru 5 with another code number 4 Press two number buttons first one then the other to enter the code number for your brand of cable box Note You must press the two number but...

Page 37: ...le TV system Consult your cable company or local dealer for details Scrambled Cable TV Channels Some cable companies offer premium pay channels in which the signal is scrambled Descrambling these signals for normal viewing requires the use of a descrambler device cable box which is generally provided by the cable company How you connect the cable box to your TV depends upon whether or not the cabl...

Page 38: ...cture viewing and for you to watch tapes being played by the VCR Note You can program your TV to automatically select the proper VCR input channel 91 or 92 when you press the VCR1 or VCR2 button Details are on page 25 Simplified Method Incoming Cable Back of VCR AudioNideo Cables J Shown here is a simplified method of connecting a VCR to your Operation TV If your cable company requires a decoder b...

Page 39: ...connected to the INPUT 2 jacks Notes Signals from the S VIDEO connector do not come thru the SELECTOUTjacks To record from an S VHS component remember to also connect the regular video cable to the VIDEO INPUT I jack and then tune to channel 9 1 Menus statusdisplays andspecialeffectslikepicture in pictureand channelguidewillnotappearintherecording S VHS Super VHS VCR S VHS Cable such as RCA 186008...

Page 40: ...etting the clock and programming the timer ANT Button Same as VCR or TWVCR button on front of VCR Lets you record one channel with VCR and watch another channel on TV PAUSE Button l Press to pause play or record mode PLAY Button REWIND Button l Press while VCR is stopped to rewind tape l Press while VCR is playing to search backward FF Fast Forward Button l Press while VCR is stopped to fast forwa...

Page 41: ...your brand of VCR Note You must press the two number buttons within three seconds of pressing the ID button 5 Point the remote at the VCR and press the OFF ON button to test the code number If nothing happens try pressing VCR1 or VCR2 whichever button you are programming l If the right number was entered the VCR should turn on l If the VCR does not react to the remote repeat steps 1 thru 5 with an...

Page 42: ...corder is playing S VHS or Standard VHS Camcorder This connection allows you to record onto the camcorder whatever is currently being displayed on the TV screen Back of TV AV IN Jack Audio Video In This connection will let you record onto the camcorder whatever is being displayed on the screen such as a TV program You ll also be able to record signals from a VCR or similar device that is connected...

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Page 44: ...uttons on the TV s remote Audio Cassette Recorder or Amplifier Back of TV AudioNideo Cables such as RCA AH069G If your stereo amplifier is part of a system that has its own remote control connect it to the SELECT OUT jacks as shown here The fixed level audio signal present at these jacks is also ideal for connecting an audio cassette recorder to record audio from the TV This constant audio signal ...

Page 45: ...l If the audio equipment does not react to the remote repeat steps 1 thru 5 with another code number Operating Notes After the AUDIO button is programmed the buttons described below will operate the basic functions of most audio equipment Depending on the age brand model and type of audio equipment some models may not be able to respond to all the function buttons listed below You will want to exp...

Page 46: ...core to protrude from its terminal or contact other wires or terminals If the cores of two wires touch each other damage to components could result The speaker switch on the back of the TV allows you to use the external speakers two ways l To enhance the sound from the TV place the speakers in the front of the viewing area usually beside the TV and slide the speaker switch to EXT This provides ful...

Page 47: ...n described on page 16 The diagram here shows how to connect external speakers to the speaker terminals on the back of a typical Amplifier Receiver Check the owner s manual for your Amplifier Receiver if its speaker terminals look different than those shown Notes l After connecting speaker wire pull it gently and check that it is connected securely to its terminals l Do not allow the wire core to ...

Page 48: ... 186008 The following accessories are available from most dealers in case you want to position your components farther apart or need additional cables Monaural VCR Dubbing Cable Double cable that lets you connect the VIDEO and AUDIO jacks of two VHS VCR s to duplicate tapes Can also be used to connect a VCR to your TV Cable is color coded and shielded Has RCA type Antenna Cables Screw on Antenna C...

Page 49: ...y designed to match the selected TV Models listed below and is available from you l al RCA dealer This stand is not available by mail order To locate your nearest RCA dealer call this toll free number 1 800 336 1900 P46159 Note All specifications and descriptions of accessories are subject to change without notice Accessory Order Form Book No lQ57 182 04A i Prices are subject to change without not...

Page 50: ...ace an order for accessory items listed on this order form l 800 338 0376 Most times your order will be shipped UPS within 72 hours of receipt If ever it is not possible to ship within 30 days we will notify you with an update on your order and an option to cancel To place your order by mail detach and mail the completed order form with credit card information money order or check in U S currency ...

Page 51: ...make sure remote is in TV Mode by first pressing the TV button l Try unplugging set for two minutes and then turning it on again l Make sure power cord is fully inserted into back of TV l Maybe something was between the remote and the remote sensor l Maybe the remote was not aimed directly at the component TV or VCR you were trying to control l Maybe remote is not in TV Mode Press the TV button so...

Page 52: ... TWVCR switch on VCR is in correct position l Check antenna connections l Try adjusting SHARPNESS function to improve weak signals l Try another channel l Try adjusting VOLUME BASS and TREBLE controls l If station is sending stereo try changing STEREO SAP function to MONO setting for clearer sound l Try adjusting SRS a controls to turn SRS 0 off or on l Make sure STEREO SAP function is in STEREO m...

Page 53: ...niture polish will mar their appearance They can be easily cleaned with a damp soft cloth To clean the screen you can wipe it with a damp soft cloth A very diluted mild soap can be used on the screen if it is extremely dirty You can also use a non abrasive glass cleaner like Windex or Glass Plus with a soft cloth Be sure to apply cleaner to a cloth Do not put cleaner directly on the screen Do not ...

Page 54: ...nnels 90 91 92 7 11 14 24 25 27 30 36 37 40 41 42 Channels above 99 11 Chart Cable Channels 35 Cleaning 5 1 CLEAR Button 11 18 19 22 38 Clearing Sleep Timer 19 CLOCK SET Function 5 18 Collapsible Back 2 C O L O R Adjustment I4 Color Convergence 4 15 Color of Numbers 7 21 Commercial Skip l 1 Commercial Skip Display 7 Compatible Components 29 Component Buttons 9 Computers 4 1 Contents l CONTRAST Adj...

Page 55: ...D Button 38 S VIDEO Connector 7 11 24 25 30 37 40 Safety Precautions Inside Front Cover SAP 16 Scrambled Channels 32 33 35 SELECT OUT Jacks 30 37 40 42 Service 49 Back Cover SET CLOCK Display 20 Setting Sleep Timer 19 SETUP MENU 4 X 18 26 SHARPNESS Adjustment 14 S L E E P Display 7 19 SLEEP TIMER Function 18 19 Sleep Timer Display 19 Sleep Timer Clearing 19 Sound Retrieval System 0 11 16 S P E A K...

Page 56: ...d be obtained from your Dealer l Installation and related adjustments l Signal reception problems not caused by your television l Damage from misusecor neglect l Remote control batteries l A television that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes l A television purchased or serviced outside the USA How state law relates to thi...

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