RCA F25423 User Manual

TelevisionUser’s GuideChanging Entertainment. Again.

8 Chapter 1Connections & SetupIN FROM ANTOUT TO TVCH3CH4VCRVIDEO OUTLRAUDIOINLRTV (back panel)CABLE/ANTENNAG-LINKFrom Cable,Cable Box,or AntennaTV

Chapter 1 9Connections & SetupTV (back panel)CABLE/ANTENNAG-LINKFrom Cableor Antenna1TV2BTV Only1. Connect the TV to your cable or antennaConnect

10 Chapter 1Connections & SetupCH3CH4SATELLITE RECEIVER S-VIDEO LRVIDEO OUTIN FROM ANTOUT TO TVSATELLITEININ FROM ANTOUT TO TVCH3CH4VCRVIDEO OUTLR

Chapter 1 11Connections & SetupTV + VCR + Satellite Receiver1. Connect coaxial cables to the Satellite ReceiverA. Connect the coaxial cable from y

12 Chapter 1Connections & SetupVCR03CHANNELCABLE BOXTipIf you don’t have both acable box and a VCRconnected to your TV, justcoil the cable of the

Chapter 1 13Connections & SetupPlug in the TVPlug the end of the power cord into the wall outlet. Match the wide blade of theplug with the wide sl

14 Chapter 1Connections & SetupSETUPSelect the language to be used in these menus.1 English2 Español3 FrançaisSETUPWould you like the TV to search

Chapter 1 15Connections & SetupTipIf you move to a new zip or postal code,or if any of your information changes,you need to access the setup scree

16 Chapter 1Connections & SetupTipIf you’re not sure which channel is thecable box’s output channel, consult thebook that came with your cable box

Chapter 1 17Connections & Setup4. Highlight your brand of cable box, and press OK.If your brand isn’t listed, highlight Not Listed and press OK.5.

This symbol indicates"dangerous voltage" insidethe product that presents arisk of electric shock orpersonal injury.G-LINK, VCR Plus+, C3, Pl

18 Chapter 1Connections & SetupStep 3: Configuring for a VCR1. If your TV is connected to a VCR, press OK.If it is not, highlight No and press OK

Chapter 1 19Connections & SetupTipLeave your cable box turned ON todownload program information.Leave your VCR turned OFF to recordprograms.Note:

20 Chapter 1Connections & SetupWhat to ExpectThe next time you turn on your TV, the GUIDE Plus+ system will appear on the screen. Thefollowing exa

Using the Remote ControlChapter Overview:• The Buttons on the Remote Control• Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components• How To Use the Remot

22 Chapter 2Using the Remote ControlSTOP PAUSETVON OFFAUXDVDSATCABLEPLAY FORWARDREVERSESOUNDGO BACKCH+CH-VOLVOLSKIPMUTEINFOMENUOKCLEARGUIDEANTENNA123

Chapter 2 23Using the Remote ControlTipTo turn off all the RCA,GE, and Proscancomponents that areconnected to the TV,press ON•OFF twicewithin two seco

Using the Remote Control24 Chapter 2You’ll use these buttons when you program theremote to operate another component.The remote may not operate all mo

Chapter 2 25Using the Remote ControlTipThe buttons might operatedifferently for othercomponents, especiallywhen you’re using anothercomponent’s menu s

26 Chapter 2Using the Remote ControlVCRAdmiral ... 2131Adventura ...

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter Overview:• About the GUIDE Plus+ System• The Channel Banner• Auto Tuning• Parental Controls and V-Chip27Chapter 3Changi

Introduction1Key Features OverviewYour TV is equipped with features that will add to your TV viewing experience. The followinginformation summarizes a

Using the TV’s Features28 Chapter 3About the GUIDE Plus+ SystemThe GUIDE Plus+ system is an interactive on-screen program guide that lists TVschedules

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 3 29Press GUIDE on the remote control to seethe GUIDE Plus+ system. To remove theprogram guide from the screen, pressOK

Using the TV’s Features30 Chapter 3Grid Guide Action ButtonsAction buttons will change according to where you are in the GUIDE Plus+system. Be sure to

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 3 31SortThe Sort menu lets you browse programs by category. The channel to whichyou are currently tuned is displayed in

Using the TV’s Features32 Chapter 3NewsThe News menu lets you browse current news stories by headline.1. If the GUIDE Plus+ system isn’t on your scree

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 3 33To remove or change the frequency (daily, once, or weekly) of a scheduledevent, access the Schedule menu from the M

Using the TV’s Features34 Chapter 3ChannelsYou can customize the channel listing by enabling or disabling the display ofcertain channels. For instance

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 3 35How to Get More Information About anAdvertisement or a ProgramTo find out more information about a program, adverti

Using the TV’s Features36 Chapter 3Channel BannerThere are several indicators that might appear when you press the TV or INFObuttons on the remote. Th

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 3 371. Press MENU (the TV MAIN MENU appears).2. Highlight Channel and press OK on your remote control.3. Highlight Auto

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Using the TV’s Features38 Chapter 3TV MAIN MENU1 Picture Quality2 Screen3 Channel4 Time5 Parental Controls6 GUIDE Plus+ Menu7 Setup0 ExitPARENTAL CONT

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 3 39Mature Audience Only. Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and may be unsuitable for childrenunder 17. It

Using the TV’s Features40 Chapter 3TipWhen you change the status of a rating to Block,the system will automatically block higher ratingsand all corres

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 3 414. Press the right arrow button to move the yellow highlight to theStatus field.5. Press the up or down arrow butto

Using the TV’s Features42 Chapter 3To block program content:1. Determine the lowest level of content you don’t want the child to watch.2. Use the up a

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 3 43V-Chip Movie Rating LimitYou set movie rating limits by blocking movies rated above a specified level.How to block

Using the TV’s Features44 Chapter 3V-Chip Unrated Program BlockSelecting this option lets you decide if programs that the V-Chip recognizes as“unrated

Using the TV’sMenu SystemChapter Overview:• How to Use Your TV’s Menu System• Picture Quality Menu• Screen Menu• Using Closed Captioning• Channel Menu

46 Chapter 4Using the TV’s Menu SystemTipFeel free to explore the menu system. If you’re everunsure where you are in the menu system, or you’rejust pl

Chapter 4 47Using the TV’s Menu SystemWhen exiting this menu, the Save Personal Picture Preset choice list will appear.You can choose either Yes or No

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48 Chapter 4Using the TV’s Menu SystemUsing Closed CaptioningMany programs are encoded with closed-captioning information, which lets youdisplay the a

Chapter 4 49Using the TV’s Menu SystemChannel MenuSignal Type Displays a choice list that lets you select the current antennatype. This option does

50 Chapter 4Using the TV’s Menu SystemTime MenuSleep Timer Displays a control panel that lets you select the amount of timeyou want to give the TV b

Other InformationChapter Overview:• Troubleshooting• The Front of Your TV• Care and Cleaning• Limited Warranty• Accessory Order Form• Index51Chapter 5

Other Information52 Chapter 5TroubleshootingMost problems you encounter with your TV you can correct by consulting the Troubleshooting list thatfollow

Chapter 5 53Other InformationTroubleshootingNo picture, no sound but TV is on• Maybe the cable/air setting is set to the wrong position. Select Signa

Other Information54 Chapter 5Scheduled Watch or Record doesn’t occur• Check Schedule for timer conflicts. Go to page 32 for instructions.• Make sure t

Chapter 5 55Other InformationVOL – Decreases the volume. When you’re using the TV’s menu system, it acts like the left arrow button onthe remote co

Other Information56 Chapter 5How you get service:• For screen sizes of 26” and smaller: Take your RCA television to any Authorized RCA Television Ser

Chapter 5 57Other Information$PricePart No.DescriptionQty$$Prices are subject to change without notice.Total Merchandise ...

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Other Information58 Chapter 5To OrderTo place your order by phone, have your Visa,MasterCard or Discover Card ready and call the toll-freenumber liste

Chapter 5 59IndexAAccessories 57Advanced connections 11Age-Based Ratings 38, 39ANTENNA button 22Arrow buttons 22AutoChannel Search 14, 49Color

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Connections & SetupChapter Overview:• Things to Consider Before You Connect• Choose Your Connection• Connections• Why You Should Connect This G-LI

6 Chapter 1Connections & SetupThings to Consider Before You ConnectProtect Against Power Surges• Connect all components before you plug any of the

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