Rca HD44LPW164 User Manual

HDTV with DLP technologyHigh-Definition TelevisionUser’s Guide

Connections & Setup8 Chapter 1Things to Consider Before You ConnectProtect Against Power Surges• Connect all components before you plug any of the

Connections & SetupChapter 1 9Choose Your ConnectionThere are several ways to connect your HDTV, depending on the components you want to connect a

Connections & Setup10 Chapter 1Explanation of Jacks and CablesThe diagrams below illustrate jacks found on the back of the TV. When connecting cab

Connections & SetupChapter 1 11AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT Connect a VCR or DVD-recorder to record digitaland analog programs from the Cable or Antenna Inp

Connections & Setup12 Chapter 1INPUT 2 COMPONENT/COMPOSITE INPUT Provides connection to a secondNTSC (analog) video component with either composit

Connections & SetupChapter 1 13CableCARDAllows you to use a digital cable television card to receive digitalcable services, including premium and

Connections & Setup14 Chapter 1The Front of Your TVFront Input JacksThe TV has front input jacks for convenience in connecting a camcorder, digita

Connections & SetupChapter 1 15How to Connect: TV + VCR + DVD Player1. Connect your cable and/or off-air antenna.If you have cable and an off-air

Connections & Setup16 Chapter 1How to Connect: TV + Satellite Receiver + VCR1. Connect your cable and/or off-air antenna.If you have cable and an

Connections & SetupChapter 1 17How to Connect: TV + Component with DVI or HDMIHigh-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an uncompressed digit

This symbol indicates"dangerous voltage" insidethe product that presents arisk of electric shock orpersonal injury.WARNINGTo reduce the risk

Connections & Setup18 Chapter 1How to Connect: TV + CableCARDThe CableCARD slot allows you to use a digital cable television card to receive digit

Connections & SetupChapter 1 19Audio ConnectionsWith the audio versatility of your HDTV, you can choose various connection options depending on th

Connections & Setup20 Chapter 1INPUT 1LRS-VIDEOVCABLEINPUTETHERNETFACTORY USE ONLYTVDIGITALAUDIOOUTPUTAUDIO/VIDEOOUTPUTVRLCableCARD™COMPOSITE INPU

Connections & SetupChapter 1 21TipTo access the setup menus, press MENU andchoose Assisted Setup.Plug in the TVPlug the flat end of the cable into

Connections & Setup22 Chapter 1TipThe first Channel Search takes several minutes ifthe TV is searching for analog and digitalchannels and cable an

Chapter 2Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 23Using the Remote ControlChapter Overview:• The Buttons on the

24 Chapter 2Using the Remote ControlThe Buttons on the Remote ControlArrows (up, down, left, right) Used to move through the on-screen menus.When not

Chapter 2 25Using the Remote ControlINFO Brings up the Channel Banner with channel and viewing information.Press again to remove the banner.INPUT Togg

26 Chapter 2Using the Remote ControlTipBy default, the AUX button is programmed fora second RCA VCR. If auto tuning is set up, itwill tune to VCR2 inp

Chapter 2 27Using the Remote Control4. Press and release PLAY, then wait 5 seconds or until the component button stops flashing.At this point the remo

1IntroductionThank you for choosing RCA SceniumCongratulations on purchasing this RCA Scenium High Definition Television (HDTV) featuringDigital Light

28 Chapter 2Using the Remote ControlThe Learning FeatureBefore using the learning feature, make sure this TV’s remote control is programmed to control

Chapter 2 29Using the Remote Control1. Press and hold the component button on the TV’s remote that applies to the function you will beadding (DVD, VCR

30 Chapter 2Using the Remote ControlVolume Punchthrough FeatureYou may find this feature helpful if you’ve connected your components to an audio/video

Chapter 2 31Using the Remote ControlUsing the INPUT Button1. Repeatedly press the INPUT button to scroll through the available input sources until you

32 Chapter 2Using the Remote ControlTV CodesProgrammable for DVD, VCR, SAT/CAB, AUX,and AUDIO buttons.TV2 ...

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 33Chapter 3Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter Overview:• About the Channel Ban

Using the TV’s Features34 Chapter 3About the Channel BannerThe Channel Banner appears when you press the INFO button on the remote. If an icon in the

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 3 35Ch 88 -888 WLPJCable Input4:3 Normal 480i SDListening to English in SRSMPAA - Not Rated6060-2Digital or Analog TV

Using the TV’s Features36 Chapter 3Parental ControlsThe Parental Controls menu allows you to program your TV so thatchildren cannot see certain progra

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 3 37Editing Channels in the Channel ListsAll the lists can only be edited through the Unlocked List and Locked List in

2IntroductionPart 2: Why RCA Scenium DLP is betterDLP is just part of the story. You have chosen to embark on the next generation of TV viewing— HDTV.

Using the TV’s Features38 Chapter 3V-Chip Movie Rating2V-Chip TV Rating1Go Back0Main Menu Parental Controls USA V-ChipPress OK to set the age-based

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 3 39Viewing Age-Based RatingsAfter you block age-based ratings, you have the option of changing someof the ratings back

Using the TV’s Features40 Chapter 3Viewing Specific Content ThemesIf you block specific content themes, you have the option of going back and changing

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 3 41Canada V-ChipCanadian TV V-Chip supports two different Canadian rating systems: English and French.Adults. Programm

Using the TV’s Features42 Chapter 3Canada V-ChipThe English or French Canada V-Chip TV Rating lets you decide whichTV programs can and cannot be viewe

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 3 43Front Button BlockSelecting this option lets you block (disable) or unblock (enable) the TV’sfront buttons. The rem

Using the TV’s Features44 Chapter 3Channel 2, 3 or 4 Antenna Input Component is connected to the ANTENNA INPUT jack on the back of theTV, and you w

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 3 45Using the PIP FeatureThe PIP feature is only available for analog (NTSC) channels; PIP won’t work when tuned to adi

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Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 47Chapter 4Using the TV’sMenu SystemChapter Overview:• Menus, On-Screen He

3IntroductionDigital Signal and SoundThe analog television broadcast system that has been used in the United States for the past 50 years transmits si

48 Chapter 4Using the TV’s Menu SystemTipsA shortcut method to access a menu item is topress the number button on the remote thatmatches the number ne

Chapter 4 49Using the TV’s Menu SystemSlidersSliders are used to select a specific point of a control that has continuous levels.To make adjustments:1

50 Chapter 4Using the TV’s Menu SystemPicture Quality MenuThe Picture Quality menu contains menus to configure video settings: PictureSettings, Pictur

Chapter 4 51Using the TV’s Menu SystemContrast Expand8Advanced Settings9Edge Enhancement7Green Stretch6Noise Reduction5Color Warmth4Auto ColorAuto Col

52 Chapter 4Using the TV’s Menu SystemContrast ExpandContrast Expand makes the picture appear brighter by deepening the black partsof the picture. Thi

Chapter 4 53Using the TV’s Menu SystemAudio Connections7Balance6SAP5Audio Mode4Sound Logic3Audio ProcessorAudio Processor2Equalizer Presets1Go Back0Ma

54 Chapter 4Using the TV’s Menu SystemSound LogicActing like a dynamic range limiter; it compresses the dynamic range to limitsuggested volume increas

Chapter 4 55Using the TV’s Menu SystemAudio ConnectionsThe Audio Connections option lets you set up input or outputs associated withaudio. When you se

56 Chapter 4Using the TV’s Menu SystemSpecial Features7Ethernet Setup8Auto Tuning6Video Input Setup5Signal Source4Software Upgrade3Channel Search2Sign

Chapter 4 57Using the TV’s Menu SystemSoftware UpgradeThe Software Upgrade screen contains current software information andindicates if a new upgrade

4IntroductionAudio SystemEnjoy the great sound system in your HDTV with 30 watts total power. Your HDTV has front speakers with two 1” tweetersand two

58 Chapter 4Using the TV’s Menu SystemUse the keyboard or the remote's arrow keys to enter thehost name. This may be the only setup you need to d

Chapter 4 59Using the TV’s Menu SystemMenu Language6Translucency5Color Scheme4Time Menu3Screen Format2Tex t he r eClosed Captioning1Go Back0Main Menu

60 Chapter 4Using the TV’s Menu SystemCaption Style5Caption PriorityCaption Priority4Digital Captions3Analog Captions2Caption Display1Go Back0Main Men

Chapter 4 61Using the TV’s Menu SystemMenu Language6Lamp Power7Translucency5Color Scheme4Time Menu3Screen FormatScreen Format2Closed Captioning1Go Bac

62 Chapter 4Using the TV’s Menu SystemTranslucencyMenu Language6Translucency5Lamp Power8Color Scheme4Time Menu3Screen Format2Closed Captioning1Go Back

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 63ReferenceChapter Overview:• Troubleshooting• Lamp Replacement Instructions

References64 Chapter 5TroubleshootingMost problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected by consulting the following troubleshooting list.Note f

ReferencesChapter 5 65If your TV is connected to an audio/video (A/V) receiver or home theatre system via the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack, read the followi

References66 Chapter 5Can’t select certain channel• May be blocked or not approved in the Parental Controls menu.• If using a VCR, check to make sure

ReferencesChapter 5 67Lamp Replacement InstructionsReplacing the Lamp UnitYour TV’s source of light comes from a lamp – similar to lamps used in film

5Table of ContentsIntroduction ... 1Chapter 1: Connections

References68 Chapter 5___ The correct lamp replacement unit. To order the correct lamp, you’ll need to knowyour TV’s model number, serial number, and

ReferencesChapter 5 69Step 109. Loosen the two screws on the lamp unit inside the TV (the screws staywith the unit so just loosen them, don’t remove t

References70 Chapter 5HDTV Specifications**Tuning Capability Channel Tuning ... NT

ReferencesChapter 5 71Convenience Auto Channel Search ... YesMultilingual On-screen Display ..

References72 Chapter 5ON-OFFTVDVD VCRAUX AUDIOSATCABCH. CTRLSKIPPIPSWAPSOUNDVCR PLUS+FREEZELIGHTCLEARFORMAT INFOMENUGUIDEOKMUTEMUTE GOBACKGOBACKVOLVOL

ReferencesChapter 5 73Limited WarrantyWhat your warranty covers:• Defects in materials or workmanship.For how long after your purchase:• One year from

References74 Chapter 5Care and CleaningCAUTION: Turn OFF your TV before cleaning.You can clean the TV as required, using a soft lint-free cloth. Be su

IndexChapter 5 75Symbols3:2 pulldown 52AAccessories 72Action buttons 49Adding a learned function 28Advanced Settings 52Age-based ratingBlocking

Index76 Chapter 5DDeleting ALL learned functions29DigitalCable Ready 3CableCARD 3Sound 3Digital audio out 55DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack 12Digital capt

IndexChapter 5 77Receiver with Dolby Digital 19RECORD button 25RemoteProgramming 26setup 58Remote ControlBatteries 21Buttons 24Remote controlCod

6Table of ContentsAuto Tuning Feature...

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