Rca HD52W56 User Manual

High-DefinitionTelevisionUser’s GuideChanging Entertainment. Again.16339320.00 CVR 5/27/04, 4:03 PM1A throw-in sheet was included with this instructi

Connections & Setup8 Chapter 1Explanation of Jacks and CablesThe diagrams below illustrate jacks found on the back of the TV. Whenconnecting cable

Connections & SetupChapter 1 9INPUT 1 COMPOSITE INPUT Connect an NTSC (analog) component. Thesejacks are used for most audio/video connections bet

Connections & Setup10 Chapter 1DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT Use a digital optical cable (or SPDIF cable) toconnect your TV to a compatible Dolby Digital*

Connections & SetupChapter 1 11The Front of Your TVFront Input JacksThe TV has front input jacks for convenience in connecting a camcorder, digita

Connections & Setup12 Chapter 1How to Connect: TV + VCR + DVD Player1. Connect your cable and/or off-air antenna.If you have cable and an off-air

Connections & SetupChapter 1 13How to Connect: TV + Satellite Receiver + VCR1. Connect your cable and/or off-air antenna.If you have cable and an

Connections & Setup14 Chapter 1How to Connect: TV + Component with DVI or HDMIHigh-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an uncompressed digit

Connections & SetupChapter 1 15How to Connect: TV + CableCARDThe CableCARD slot allows you to use a digital cable television card to receive digit

Connections & Setup16 Chapter 1TipTo access the setup menus, press MENU andchoose Assisted Setup.Plug in the TVPlug the flat end of the cable into

Connections & SetupChapter 1 17TipThe first Channel Search takes several minutes ifthe TV is searching for analog and digitalchannels and Cable an

Important InformationThis symbol indicates"dangerous voltage" insidethe product that presents arisk of electric shock orpersonal injury.WARN

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Chapter 2Changing Entertainment. Again.Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 19Using the Remote ControlChapter

20 Chapter 2Using the Remote ControlThe Buttons on the Remote ControlArrows (up, down, left, right) Used to move through the on-screen menus.Also move

Chapter 2 21Using the Remote ControlINPUT Toggles through the TV’s available input sources (INPUT 1, INPUT 2,Front Input, HDMI/DVI, and last-active ch

22 Chapter 2Using the Remote ControlFind Out If You Need to Program the RemoteTo determine whether the universal remote needs to be programmed to oper

Chapter 2 23Using the Remote ControlUsing Direct Entry1. Turn on the component you want to operate (VCR, DVD player, etc.)2. Look up the brand and cod

24 Chapter 2Using the Remote ControlFront InputDVD4:3 Normal 480i SD12:00 PM- 1:00 PMListening to StereoMPAA - Not Rated12:39 PM12:30 AM00:30Acquiring

Chapter 2 25Using the Remote ControlOptimus ... 2014, 2132Optonica ...

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Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 27Chapter 3Changing Entertainment. Again.Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter Ov

1IntroductionKey Features OverviewYour TV is equipped with features that will add to your TV viewing experience. The following sectionhighlights some

Using the TV’s Features28 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 29Ch 88 -888 WLPJCable Input4:3 Normal 480i SDListening to StereoMPAA - Not Rated6060-2Digital or Analog TV Channel

Using the TV’s Features30 Chapter 3Parental ControlsThe Parental Controls menu allows you to program your TV so thatchildren cannot see certain progra

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 3 31Editing Channels in the Channel ListsAll the lists can only be edited through the Unlocked List and Locked List in

Using the TV’s Features32 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 33Viewing Age-Based RatingsAfter you block age-based ratings, you have the option of changing someof the ratings back

Using the TV’s Features34 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 35Canada V-ChipCanadian TV V-Chip supports two different Canadian rating systems: English and French.Adults. Programm

Using the TV’s Features36 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 37Front Button BlockSelecting this option lets you block (disable) or unblock (enable) the TV’sfront buttons. The rem

2IntroductionDigital Signal and SoundThe analog television broadcast system that has been used in the United States for the past 50years transmits sig

Using the TV’s Features38 Chapter 3Input 1 Component is connected to the Input 1 Video (V) or S-VIDEO jack on the back of the TV and you wantthe TV t

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 3 392. Use the channel up and down, INPUT, ANT•CAB, or number buttons, or component buttonsthat have been auto tuned, t

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Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 41Chapter 4Changing Entertainment. Again.Using the TV’sMenu SystemChapter

42 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 43Using the TV’s Menu SystemSlidersSliders are used to select a specific point of a control that has continuous levels.To make adjustments:1

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

Chapter 4 45Using the TV’s Menu SystemContrast Expand7Advanced Settings8Edge Enhancement6Convergence5Color Warmth4Auto ColorAuto Color3Picture Presets

46 Chapter 4Using the TV’s Menu SystemEdge EnhancementEdge Enhancement makes the edges of the video steeper, sharper, and crisper.There are three opti

Chapter 4 47Using the TV’s Menu SystemAudio Connections7Dynamic Bass8Balance6SAP5Audio Mode4Sound Logic3Audio ProcessorAudio Processor2Equalizer Prese

3Table of ContentsIntroductionKey Features Overview ...

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

Chapter 4 49Using the TV’s Menu SystemAudio ConnectionsThe Audio Connections option lets you set up input or outputs associated withaudio. When you se

50 Chapter 4Using the TV’s Menu SystemSpecial Features7Ethernet Setup8Auto Tuning6Video Input Setup5Signal Source4Software UpgradeSoftware Upgrade3Cha

Chapter 4 51Using the TV’s Menu SystemSignal SourceThe Signal Source menu allows you to choose the source from which youwould like the signal to come:

52 Chapter 4Using the TV’s Menu SystemAssisted Setup6PreferencesPreferences5Connections4Parental Controls3Audio2Picture Quality1Go Back0Main MenuPress

Chapter 4 53Using the TV’s Menu SystemMenu Language6Translucency5Color Scheme4Time Menu3Screen Format2Text hereClosed Captioning1Go Back0Main Menu Pre

54 Chapter 4Using the TV’s Menu SystemCaption StyleCaption Style5Caption Priority4Digital Captions3Analog Captions2Caption Display1Go Back0Main Menu P

Chapter 4 55Using the TV’s Menu SystemMenu Language6Translucency5Color Scheme4Time Menu3Screen FormatScreen Format2Closed Captioning1Go Back0Main Menu

56 Chapter 4Using the TV’s Menu SystemTranslucencyMenu Language6Translucency5Color Scheme4Time Menu3Screen Format2Closed Captioning1Go Back0Main Menu

Changing Entertainment. Again.Chapter 5Chapter 5 57ReferenceChapter Overview:•Troubleshooting• HDTV Specifications• Accessory Information• Limited War

4Table of ContentsAuto Tuning Feature...

References58 Chapter 5TroubleshootingMost problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected by consulting the followingtroubleshooting list.Note fo

ReferencesChapter 5 59No sound, picture okay• Maybe the sound is muted. Try pressing the volume up button to restore sound.• If using an S-Video conn

References60 Chapter 5Video and audio are out of sync• If your TV is connected to an audio/video (A/V) receiver or home theatre system via the DIGITAL

ReferencesChapter 5 61HDTV Specifications**Tuning Capability Channel Tuning ...NTS

References62 Chapter 5ConvenienceAuto Channel Search ... YesMultilingual On-screen Display ...

ReferencesChapter 5 63Accessory InformationBelow are accessories available to compliment your product. Prices are subject to changewithout notice. All

References64 Chapter 5PricePart No.DescriptionOptical/SPDIF cables helpyou connect to a componentwith an Optical Audio In jack,such as a Dolby Digital

ReferencesChapter 5 65Limited WarrantyWhat your warranty covers:• Defects in materials or workmanship.For how long after your purchase:• One year from

References66 Chapter 5Limitation of Warranty:• THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. ALL OTHERWARRANTIES, EXPRESS

IndexChapter 5 67FCC InformationThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,pursuant to Part 15 of

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Index68 Chapter 5Symbols3:2 pulldown 46AAccessories 63Action buttons 43Advanced Settings 46Age-based ratingBlocking 33Viewing 33Age-Based Rating

IndexChapter 5 69HHD Receiver remote codes 25HDMI/DVI jack 10HDTV specifications 61Help text 42IIconsChannel banner 28Indicator 20Indirect light

Index70 Chapter 5Videogame picture setting 44ViewingMovie ratings 34Specific content themes 34VolumeInitial 51Maximum 51Volume up button 11Volum

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Connections & Setup6 Chapter 1Things to Consider Before You ConnectProtect Against Power Surges• Connect all components before you plug any of the

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Connections & SetupChapter 1 7Choose Your ConnectionThere are several ways to connect your HDTV, depending on the components you want to connect a