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HDT V with DLP technology High Definition Television User's Guide 1614682A.00 CVR_8_18 9/18/03, 5:17 PM 1.
This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage" inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury . VCR Plus+, C 3, PlusCode, G-LINK, and GUIDE Plus+ are trademarks of Gemstar -TV Guide International, Inc. and/or its related affiliates.
1 Intr oduction Thank you for choosing RCA Scenium Congratulations on purchasing this RCA Scenium High Definition T elevision (HDTV) featuring DLP™ (Digital Light Processing™) technology—a true viewing experience. Y our purchase decision represents an investment in a new generation of technology— DLP™ and HDTV .
2 Intr oduction Part 2: Why RCA Scenium DLP™ is better? DLP™ is just part of the story. Y ou have chosen to embark on the next generation of TV viewing— HDTV .
3 Intr oduction Digital Signal and Sound The analog television broadcast system that has been used in the United States for the past 50 years transmits signals as electronic waves. These waves can suffer degradation as the signal travels to your home.
4 Intr oduction FireWir e® with T wo-W ay DTVLink® Control your IEEE-1394 components via your HDTV! Just link them together via the 2-way DTVLink jacks and you can network your high-speed compatible 1394 digital components.
5 T able of Contents Introduction Key Features Overview .......................................................................................................... ......... 1 Chapter 1: Connections & Setup Things to Consider Before Y ou Connect ..
6 T able of Contents Chapter 4: Using the TV’ s Menu System Menus, On-screen Help, and Contr ol Panels ............................................................................... 62 Picture Quality Menu ..........................................
Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. 7 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Chapter Overview: • Things to Consider Befor e Y ou Connect • Choose Y our Connection .
Connections & Setup 8 Chapter 1 Things to Consider Befor e Y ou Connect Pr otect Against Power Surges • Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet or power strip. NEVER plug your TV into an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch.
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 9 Choose Y our Connection There are several ways to connect your HDTV , depending on the components you want to connect and the quality of the signal you want to achieve. Please use the following chart to determine which connection is best for you.
Connections & Setup 10 Chapter 1 How to Connect: TV + VCR + DVD Player 1. Connect your cable or off-air signal to ANTENNA A. If you have cable and an off-air antenna, connect the cable signal to ANTENNA A INPUT (antenna A is the only source for the GUIDE Plus+ system).
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 11 How to Connect: TV + Satellite Receiver + VCR 1. Connect your cable or off-air signal to ANTENNA A. If you have cable and an off-air antenna, connect the cable signal to ANTENNA A INPUT (antenna A is the only source for the GUIDE Plus+ system).
Connections & Setup 12 Chapter 1 Audio Connections W ith the audio versatility of your HDTV , you can choose various connection options depending on the type and quality of sound that you want. Choose one of the options or refer to the user’s manual of each component that you are connecting to get the best results.
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 13 IN OUT A/V AMPLIFIER VCR IN TV IN OUT TAPE IN CD L R LEFT RIGHT + – DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT FRONT SPEAKERS CENTER LEFT RIGHT + – SURROUND SPEAKERS REAR – + – +.
Connections & Setup 14 Chapter 1 R L LEFT EXT SPEAKER SELECT RIGHT FIXED/V ARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT EXTERNAL SPEAKERS INT W/ EXT SURR VIDEO INPUT 1 AUDIO INPUT 1 L/ MONO R VIDEO INPUT 2 AUDIO INPUT 2 .
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 15 How to Connect: TV + Router via the HDTV’ s ETHERNET Jack The illustration above provides you with a general connection to the TV’s ETHERNET jack so you can maximize your HDTV’s browser to surf the Inter net.
Connections & Setup 16 Chapter 1 TV Digital Video Recorder Digital VCR Digital VCR Other 1394 Component How to Connect: TV + DTVLink and/or IEEE-1394 Components T wo connection methods when connecting IEEE-1394 and DTVLink components are: component-to-component or hub.
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 17 How to Connect: TV + Set-top Box Using DVI-HDTV (Digital Visual Inter face) Digital Visual Interface is a specification created by the Digital Display W orking Group to support analog and digital signals on a single interface.
Connections & Setup 18 Chapter 1 ETHERNET Explanation of Input Jacks and Cables This section describes the jacks and cables you might use to make connections (cables may be ordered separately by using the order form on page 85). There are several ways to connect components to your TV .
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 19 Component Video (Y•Pb•Pr) Jacks and Cables The Y , Pb, Pr jacks allow you to connect a component, such as a DVD player . This connection provides excellent picture quality because the video is separated into three signals.
Connections & Setup 20 Chapter 1 VIDEO INPUT 1 AUDIO INPUT 1 L/ MONO R VIDEO INPUT 2 AUDIO INPUT 2 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO INPUT 3 AUDIO INPUT 3 V L/ MONO R V L/ MONO R V P B Y P R L/ MONO R VIDEO I.
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 21 CENTER SPEAKER INPUT • INTERNAL SPEAKER SOURCE - TV / EXT AMP Switch - TV Position Sound comes from TV’s internal speakers.
Connections & Setup 22 Chapter 1 VIDEO INPUT 5/AUDIO INPUT 5 Provides DVI-HDTV and analog audio connections. • L/MONO AUDIO provides left audio connection and connector is usually white. •R AUDIO provides right audio connection and connector is usually red.
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 23 Why Y ou Should Connect the G-LINK Cable The G-LINK cable enables the GUIDE Plus+ system (the on-screen interactive program guide) to work with your VCR and/or cable box.
Connections & Setup 24 Chapter 1 The Fr ont of Y our TV Button Lighting Y our HDTV with DLP technology has a top-light feature above the buttons on the front of the TV . Y ou can adjust the brightness (including off) of the light through the TV’s menu system.
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 25 Plug in the TV Plug the flat end of the cable into the power jack on the back of the TV . Then plug the other end of the power cord into an appropriate wall outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely. Do not plug into an outlet controlled by a light switch.
Connections & Setup 26 Chapter 1 Tip Channel Search takes several minutes because the TV is searching for all possible analog and digital channels. Y ou may want to leave and come back later . Ti p To access the setup menus, press MENU and choose Assisted Setup.
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 27 2. Use the number buttons and/or the arrows on your remote to enter your zip code or postal code. Press OK when you’re finished. Note: If your postal code contains letters, press the up and down arrow buttons on your remote to enter letters, and press the right arrow button to go to the next space.
Connections & Setup 28 Chapter 1 4. Highlight your brand of cable box, and press OK. If your brand isn’t listed, highlight Not Listed and press OK. Important Note: Cable box may only be connected to ANTENNA A or INPUT 1 if it is to be controlled by GUIDE Plus+ system.
Connections & Setup Chapter 1 29 2. Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight the brand of your VCR that is connected to the TV and press OK. If your brand isn’t listed, highlight Not Listed and press OK. 3. Keep the VCR on. When you complete these steps, press OK to begin testing.
Connections & Setup 30 Chapter 1 What to Expect The next time you turn on your TV after setting up the GUIDE Plus+ system, the guide will appear on the screen. The following examples explain what you might see: • If all of the program information has been sent to your TV , the GUIDE Plus+ system appears with all of your TV program listings.
Chapter 2 Graphics contained within this publication ar e for r epr esentation only. 31 Using the Remote Contr ol Overview: • The Buttons on the Remote Contr ol •P r ogramming the Remote to Operat.
32 Chapter 2 Using the Remote Contr ol The Buttons on the Remote Contr ol Blue Action Button In the GUIDE Plus+ system, activates features (located in the Action bar on TV screen). Green Action Button In the GUIDE Plus+ system, activates features (located in the Action bar on TV screen).
Chapter 2 33 Using the Remote Contr ol GUIDE Brings up the Listings screen for the GUIDE Plus+ system. INFO Brings up the Channel Banner with channel and viewing information. Press again to remove the banner . In the GUIDE Plus+ system, brings up more program information.
34 Chapter 2 Using the Remote Contr ol Ti p By default, the AUX button is programmed for a second RCA VCR. If auto tuning is set up, it will tune to VCR2 input channel.
Chapter 2 35 Using the Remote Contr ol Using Automatic Code Sear ch Note: The AUX button can only search VCR codes, but can be used for a non-VCR device by programming it with direct entry method. If Direct Entry does not work for your component, try Auto Code Search.
36 Chapter 2 Using the Remote Contr ol The Lear ning Featur e Before using the learning feature, make sure this TV’s remote control is programmed to control other components you have connected to the TV . Programming the remote control erases all learned commands for that component mode.
Chapter 2 37 Using the Remote Contr ol 1. Press and hold the component button on the TV’s remote that applies to the function you will be adding (DVD, VCR, SA T/CAB, AUDIO, or AUX). The component button lights. 2. On the TV remote, press and hold the RECORD button.
38 Chapter 2 Using the Remote Contr ol V olume Punchthr ough Feature Y ou may find this feature helpful if you’ve connected your components to an audio/video receiver (A/V receiver) or amplifier , but you want to use the TV’s remote control to operate the volume for a component that is connected to the audio/video receiver .
Chapter 2 39 Using the Remote Contr ol Using the INPUT Button 1. Repeatedly press the INPUT button to scroll through the available input sources until you find the input associated with the component (such as VCR or DVD player) you want to view. 2. Once you find the input source you want, stop pressing INPUT .
40 Chapter 2 Using the Remote Contr ol Cable Box codes (cont’d) Sprucer ........................................................................ 5044 Standard Component ........................................ 5037, 5038 Starcom ....................
Graphics contained within this publication ar e for r epr esentation only. 41 Chapter 3 Using the TV’ s Featur es Chapter Overview: • About the Channel Banner • Digital or Analog TV Channels •.
Using the TV’ s Features 42 Chapter 3 About the Channel Banner The Channel Banner appears when you press the TV or INFO button on the remote. If an icon in the channel banner is grayed out (dim), the feature is not available. The following list describes the items on the Channel Banner screen (left to right and top to bottom).
Using the TV’ s Features Chapter 3 43 Ch 88 -888 WWWW Antenna A (Air) 4:3 Normal 480i SD Listening to: English in SRS FOCUS MP AA - Not Rated 60 60 - 2 Digital or Analog TV Channels A single off-air antenna can pick up both analog and digital channels.
Using the TV’ s Features 44 Chapter 3 About the GUIDE Plus+ System The GUIDE Plus+ system is a no-fee, on-screen program guide that lists TV schedules for your area and allows your TV direct control of a cable box and/or VCR. Y ou must first set up the GUIDE Plus+ system in order to view this on-screen program guide (see Chapter 1 for details).
Using the TV’ s Features Chapter 3 45 Listings The Listings appear each time you enter the GUIDE Plus+ system. They display the current programming for each channel.
Using the TV’ s Features 46 Chapter 3 Locking the Video Window When highlighting the channel names (the left column on the channel listing), the following Action buttons appear: • Lock/Unlock Pres.
Using the TV’ s Features Chapter 3 47 Schedule The Schedule menu allows you to alter the programs for either viewing or recording programs. Schedule Menu Action Buttons • Remove Highlight the W atch or Recor d timer you wish to remove from the schedule and press the Blue button on the remote.
Using the TV’ s Features 48 Chapter 3 Par ental Contr ols The Par ental Contr ols menu allows you to program your TV so that children cannot see certain programs, channels, browser , or use the buttons on the front of the TV .
Using the TV’ s Features Chapter 3 49 For each major channel 0 through 125 found through channel search in Antenna A and B Lists, there are six subchannels (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 to 999). The subchannels are the same for every major channel and are not based on which subchannels a broadcaster is actually broadcasting.
Using the TV’ s Features 50 Chapter 3 Mature Audience Only . Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and may be unsuitable for children under 17. It contains one or more of the following content themes: crude indecent language (L), explicit sexual activity (S), or graphic violence (V).
Using the TV’ s Features Chapter 3 51 V iewing Age-Based Ratings After you block age-based ratings, you have the option of changing some of the ratings back to V iewable ( V). 1. Determine which blocked rating you want to view. 2. Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight the rating with a status of Blocked .
Using the TV’ s Features 52 Chapter 3 Viewing Specific Content Themes If you block specific content themes, you have the option of going back and changing some of the content themes back to (V) V ie.
Using the TV’ s Features Chapter 3 53 Canada V -Chip Canadian TV V-Chip supports two different Canadian rating systems: English and French. Adults . Programming intended for adults 18 and older . It may contain elements of violence, language, and sexual content which could make it unsuitable for viewers under 18.
Using the TV’ s Features 54 Chapter 3 Canada V -Chip The English or French Canada V-Chip TV Rating lets you decide which TV programs can and cannot be viewed. T o set TV programming limits: 1. Choose Par ental Contr ols from the Main menu. If Par ental Contr ols (TV) have previously been locked, you must enter your password.
Using the TV’ s Features Chapter 3 55 Front Button Block Selecting this option lets you block (disable) or unblock (enable) the TV’s front buttons. The remote still tunes to any channel. Front Panel Block can: • Keep children from watching TV when the parent is not present.
Using the TV’ s Features 56 Chapter 3 Channel 2, 3 or 4 Antenna A Component is connected to the ANTENNA A jack on the back of the TV , and you want the TV to tune to channel 2, 3, or 4 when you press the corresponding button on the remote.
Using the TV’ s Features Chapter 3 57 Ti p A typical use of SWAP is to scan through channels in the PIP window , and when you find a channel you like, press SWAP to display that channel in the main picture. Using the PIP Featur e The PIP feature is only available for analog (NTSC) channels.
Using the TV’ s Features 58 Chapter 3 Using the W eb Br owser Important: T o use the TV’ s web browser , you must have your TV connected to the Internet (e.
Using the TV’ s Features Chapter 3 59 Contr olling the Web Br owser As stated previously, the remote control and front panel buttons support only basic browser functions. However , the optional keyboard makes browser navigation much easier and is the only way to enter a URL address.
Using the TV’ s Features 60 Chapter 3 •A dialogue box appears when you press the RECORD button to let you know the 1394 component is recording the channel that you selected. •Y ou can select a default recording preference: record all subchannels on a major channel or record only a specific subchannel.
Graphics contained within this publication ar e for repr esentation only. 61 Chapter 4 Using the TV’ s Menu System Chapter Overview: • Menus, On-Scr een Help, and Control Panels • Pictur e Quality Menu • Audio Menu • Time Menu • Connections Menu •P r eferences Menu 1614682A.
62 Chapter 4 Using the TV’ s Menu System T ips A shortcut method to access a menu item is to press the number button on the remote that matches the number next to the on-screen menu. For example, in the Main Menu, press 3 to go straight to the Audio menu.
Chapter 4 63 Using the TV’ s Menu System Sliders Sliders are used to select a specific point of a control that has continuous levels. To make adjustments: 1. Press the left or right arrow button on the remote to highlight the slider for the feature you want to adjust.
64 Chapter 4 Using the TV’ s Menu System Pictur e Quality Menu The Pictur e Quality menu contains menus to configure video settings: Pictur e Settings, Pictur e Pr esets, Auto Color , Color W ar mth, Noise Reduction, Advanced Settings, and Reset Contr ols.
Chapter 4 65 Using the TV’ s Menu System Auto Color Auto Color minimizes the flesh tone variations of the TV picture. A different Auto Color setting can be stored for each input.
66 Chapter 4 Using the TV’ s Menu System Green Str etch Gr een Str etch makes green “greener” and increases the saturation. Nature shows and sporting events are especially enhanced by this feature. The options are Off , Low , and High . Any change to this feature is applicable to all video inputs and does not affect the Pictur e Settings .
Chapter 4 67 Using the TV’ s Menu System Digital Audio Out 8 Fixed/V ariable Out 7 Balance 6 SAP 5 Audio Language 4 Sound Logic 3 Audio Processor Audio Processor 2 Equalizer Presets 1 Go Back 0 Main Menu Audio Press or to point to an option, then press OK to select it.
68 Chapter 4 Using the TV’ s Menu System • Stereo Splits the incoming stereo audio signal into left and right front channels. Most TV programs and recorded materials have stereo audio. The channel banner displays the word Stereo when you tune to a program that is broadcast in stereo.
Chapter 4 69 Using the TV’ s Menu System Balance The Balance setting applies to the internal speakers, rear external speakers, and the headphone output. Balance does not affect any other audio output. Balance is how much audio (loudness) gets sent to the left and right speakers.
70 Chapter 4 Using the TV’ s Menu System Time Menu The Time menu lets you set up time-related features and a 1394 timed recording. Time menu consists of Sleep Timer , Record/W ake Timer , and Time of Day. • Sleep Timer A one-time event that is used to set the TV to turn off at a specific time.
Chapter 4 71 Using the TV’ s Menu System Ethernet Setup 9 Special Features 8 1394 Setup 7 Auto T uning 6 Signal T ype Signal Type 5 Signal Source 4 Software Upgrade 3 Channel Search 2 Antenna Info 1 Go Back 0 Main Menu Connections Y ou can select the Air/Cable setting for Antenna A and Antenna B.
72 Chapter 4 Using the TV’ s Menu System Use the keyboard or the remote's arrow keys to enter the host name. This may be the only setup you need to do.
Chapter 4 73 Using the TV’ s Menu System Caption Style 5 Caption Priority 4 Digital Captions 3 Analog Captions Analog Captions 2 Caption Display 1 Go Back 0 Main Menu Preferences Closed Captioning Press or to point to an option, then press OK to select it.
74 Chapter 4 Using the TV’ s Menu System Lamp Power 8 7 Digital Channel In fo Menu Language 6 Translucency 5 Color Scheme 4 Record Output 3 Screen Format Screen Format 2 Closed Captioning 1 Go Back 0 Main Menu Preferences Select Normal for 4:3 images to retain their width and height.
Chapter 4 75 Using the TV’ s Menu System Lamp Power 8 Digital Channel Info 7 Menu Language 6 Translucency 5 Color Scheme 4 Record Output 3 Screen Format 2 Closed Captioning 1 Go Back 0 Main Menu Preferences Press or to point to an option, then press OK to select it.
76 Chapter 4 Using the TV’ s Menu System Menu Language The menu language can be changed to one of three languages: English, Spanish or Fr ench . The menu language can also be selected when using the Assisted Setup menu. Note: Spanish and French are not available in the guide, browser , or in some software upgrade pop-up message screens.
Graphics contained within this publication ar e for r epr esentation only. 77 Refer ence Chapter Overview: •T r oubleshooting • Specifications • Accessory Information • Limited W arranty • Care and Cleaning • FCC Information • Index Chapter 5 1614682A.
Refer ences 78 Chapter 5 Tr oubleshooting Most problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected by consulting the following troubleshooting list. Note for U.
Refer ences Chapter 5 79 If you’ve connected a component to your A/V receiver , such as a DVD player or satellite receiver , you may experience a slight delay between the audio heard and the video seen. This occurs because the digital audio is sent directly to the speakers while the video must be processed inside the TV before it is displayed.
Refer ences 80 Chapter 5 No picture, no sound but TV is on • Maybe the cable/air function is set to the wrong position. Select GUIDE Plus+ Menu from the Main menu, select the GUIDE Plus+ Setup option, and provide the correct information on the following screens.
Refer ences Chapter 5 81 • Make sure there is a tape in the VCR and that the VCR is connected properly. • Make sure VCR is tuned to the line input.
Refer ences 82 Chapter 5 HDTV Specifications ** T uning Capability Channel Tuning ....................................................................... NTSC/A TSC/64 QAM - 256 QAM Digital Cable Compatibility .........................................
Refer ences Chapter 5 83 Matrix Surround Sound ....................................................... Y es Second Audio Program (SAP) ............................................. Y es Sound Logic Audio Leveler .......................................
Refer ences 84 Chapter 5 Accessory Information The following accessories are available from most dealers and electronics supply stores in case you want to position your components farther apart or need additional cables.
Refer ences Chapter 5 85 Price Part No. Description Qty Remote Control This is the remote control that came packed with your TV . Replacements or spares can be ordered as needed. 2-way Signal Splitter , 4-way Signal Splitter* helps you connect to other components.
Refer ences 86 Chapter 5 Placing an Order BY PHONE: Have your Visa, MasterCard or Discover Card r eady and call 1-800-338-0376 . Use this number only to place an order for accessory items listed on the order form.
Refer ences Chapter 5 87 Limited W arranty What your warranty covers: • Defects in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • One year from date of purchase for labor . • One year from date of purchase for parts. • One year from date of purchase for light engine and lamp assembly.
Refer ences 88 Chapter 5 Car e and Cleaning CAUTION: Turn OFF your TV before cleaning. Y ou can clean the TV as required, using a soft lint-free cloth. Be sure to occasionally dust the ventilation slots in the cabinet to help assure adequate ventilation.
Refer ences Chapter 5 89 FCC Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Index 90 Chapter 5 Symbols 1394 3 Cable 8 Jacks 22 Recording 59, 72 Problems 81 Setup 72 16:9 Aspect ratio 1, 42 3:2 pulldown 2, 66 4:3 Aspect ratio 1 Normal 74 Stretch 75 Zoom 75 6-pin connector 16 A.
Index Chapter 5 91 Parental 48 Reset 66 D Deleting ALL learned functions 37 Digit buttons 32 Digital Audio Out 69 AUDIO OUT jack 18, 22 Captions 74 Channels 43, 76 Connections 9 Optical input 12 Signa.
Index 92 Chapter 5 Color scheme 75 Digital captions 74 Digital channel info 76 Menu language 76 Record output 75 Screen format 74 T ranslucency 76 Problems 1394 Recording 81 Audio 79 GUIDE Plus+ syste.
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