Rca F25422 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 Antenna1TV2BConnection: TV Only1. Connect the TV to your cable or ant

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

Chapter 1 11Connections & SetupConnection: TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver1. Connect coaxial cables to the Satellite ReceiverA. Connect the coaxial

12 Chapter 1Connections & SetupThe Front of Your TVFront PanelIf you cannot locate your remote you can use the buttons of your TV to operate many

Chapter 1 13Connections & SetupVCR03CHANNELCABLE BOXTipIf you don’t have both acable box and a VCRconnected to your TV,just coil the cable of thee

14 Chapter 1Connections & SetupUse the arrow buttons and the OKbutton to move through the menusystem.OKPlug in the TVPlug the end of the power cor

Chapter 1 15Connections & SetupSETUPSelect the language to be used in these menus.1 English2 Español3 FrançaisSETUPWould you like the TV to search

16 Chapter 1Connections & SetupTipIf you’re not sure which channel is thecable box’s output channel, consultthe book that came with your cablebox

Chapter 1 17Connections & Setup3. Highlight the channel to which you have to tune your TV in order to seecable programming, and press OK (a screen

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 & SetupThe Buttons on the Remote Control0-9 (Number buttons) Enter channel numbers and time settings directlythrough the

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter Overview:• All About the GUIDE Plus+ System• The Channel Banner• Parental Controls and V-Chip2121Chapter 2Changing Ente

Using the TV’s Features22 Chapter 2About the GUIDE Plus+ SystemThe GUIDE Plus+ system is an interactive on-screen program guide that lists TVschedules

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 2 23Press GUIDE on the remote control to seethe GUIDE Plus+ system. To remove theprogram guide from the screen, pressOK

Using the TV’s Features24 Chapter 2Grid Guide Action ButtonsAction buttons will change according to where you are in the GUIDE Plus+system. Be sure to

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 2 25Sort menuselectionCategoriesSortThe Sort menu lets you browse programs by category. The channel to whichyou are cur

Using the TV’s Features26 Chapter 2News menuselectionNews menuaction buttonsSchedule menuselectionNewsThe News menu lets you browse current news stori

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 2 27To remove or change the frequency (daily, once, or weekly) of a scheduledevent, access the Schedule menu from the M

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

Using the TV’s Features28 Chapter 2Channels menuselectionChannels menuaction buttonsChannelsYou can customize the channel listing by enabling or disab

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 2 29How to Get More Information About anAdvertisement or a ProgramTo find out more information about a program, adverti

Using the TV’s Features30 Chapter 2Channel BannerThere are several indicators that might appear when you press the TV or INFObuttons on the remote. Th

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 2 31How V-Chip WorksWhen turned “on,” the V-Chip software reads a code that most broadcasters send withprograms. That c

Using the TV’s Features32 Chapter 2The V-Chip TV Rating Limit lets you decide which TV programs can and cannotbe viewed.To set TV programming limits:1

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 2 33Blocking Age-Based RatingsYou can automatically block all program ratings above a specified age-basedrating level.

Using the TV’s Features34 Chapter 2Viewing Age-Based RatingsAfter you block age-based ratings, you have the option of changing some of theratings back

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 2 353. Press the right arrow button to move the highlight to the fieldcorresponding with the content theme you wish to

Using the TV’s Features36 Chapter 2Blocking Movie RatingsIf you only want your child to watch movies that have a PG rating and lower(in other words, m

Using the TV’s FeaturesChapter 2 37V-Chip Unrated Program BlockSelecting this option lets you decide if programs that the V-Chip recognizes as“unrated

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Using the TV’s Features38 Chapter 2PARENTAL CONTROLS1 V-Chip TV Rating Limit2 V-Chip Movie Rating Limit3 V-Chip Unrated Program Block4 Channel Block5

Using the TV’sMenu SystemChapter Overview:• How to Use the Different Types of Menus and Control Panels• Audio Menu• Picture Quality Menu• Screen Menu•

40 Chapter 3Using the TV’s Menu SystemTipFeel free to explore the menu system.If you’re ever unsure where you are inthe menu system, or you’re just pl

Chapter 3 41Using the TV’s Menu SystemSlidersSliders are used to make adjustments to a particular control.To use a Slider in a menu:1. Press the up or

42 Chapter 3Using the TV’s Menu SystemAudio MenuNote: Audio menu not available on model F25422.Mute Press OK to reduce the TV’s volume to its minimum

Chapter 3 43Using the TV’s Menu SystemUsing Closed CaptioningMany programs are encoded with closed-captioning information, which letsyou display the a

44 Chapter 3Using the TV’s Menu SystemChannel MenuSignal Type Displays a choice list that lets you select the current antenna type.This option does

Other InformationChapter Overview:• Troubleshooting• Care and Cleaning• Limited Warranty• Accessory Order Form• Index4545Chapter 4Changing Entertainme

Other Information46 Chapter 4TroubleshootingMost problems you encounter with your TV you can correct by consulting the Troubleshooting list that follo

Chapter 4 47Other InformationTroubleshootingNo picture, no sound but TV is on• Maybe the cable/air setting is set to the wrong position. Select GUIDE

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Other Information48 Chapter 4Scheduled Watch or Record doesn’t occur• Check Schedule for timer conflicts. Go to page 44 for instructions.• Make sure t

Chapter 4 49Other InformationCare and CleaningCAUTION: Turn OFF your TV before cleaning.You can clean the TV as required, using a soft lint-free clot

Other Information50 Chapter 4What your warranty does not cover:• Customer instruction. (Your Owner's Manual clearly describes how to install, ad

Chapter 4 51Other InformationScrew-on antenna cable (3-ft) VH81 $3.95Screw-on antenna cable (6-ft) VH82 $5.95Push-on antenna cable (6-ft) VH89 $5.95M

Other Information52 Chapter 4To OrderTo place your order by phone, have your Visa,MasterCard or Discover Card ready and call the toll-freenumber liste

Chapter 4 53Other InformationIndexAAccessories 51Advanced connections 11Age-Based Ratings 31Arrow buttons 20AudioMenu 42Processor 42AutoChannel

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Connections & SetupChapter Overview:• Things to Consider Before You Connect• Choose Your Connection• Connections• The Front of Your TV• Why You Sh

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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