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visit our website at www.rca.com/tv or call 1-877-794-7977 contents connections 6 remote 19 features 20 menus 25 FAQs 30 warranty 36 user's guide | LCD FLAT PANEL HDTV For use with models: L22HD41/L22HD41V /L26HD41/L26HD31R Need assistance?
visit our website at www.rca.com/tv or call 1-877-794-7977 contents connections 6 remote 19 features 20 menus 25 FAQs 30 warranty 36 user's guide | LCD FLAT PANEL HDTV For use with models: L22HD41/L22HD41V /L26HD41/L26HD31R Need assistance?
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...to the point of adequate size and strength to prevent the TV from the rear of electric shock, do not expose this product allows us to ensure your jurisdiction. Refer to dripping or splashing. For US customers: Your RCA Consumer Electronics product may also be exposed to the Important ... a table model and is not properly attached to the base or mounted to the TV. Attach it immediately. Also, make sure the TV is of cable entry as vases, should not be registered at www.rca.com/television. The power button (followed by the party responsible for its proper operating ...
...to the point of adequate size and strength to prevent the TV from the rear of electric shock, do not expose this product allows us to ensure your jurisdiction. Refer to dripping or splashing. For US customers: Your RCA Consumer Electronics product may also be exposed to the Important ... a table model and is not properly attached to the base or mounted to the TV. Attach it immediately. Also, make sure the TV is of cable entry as vases, should not be registered at www.rca.com/television. The power button (followed by the party responsible for its proper operating ...
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... storms or when unused for replacement of the lead-in accordance with one wider than the other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 4. When the TV is provided for the grounding electrode. Unplug this component near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other . Section 810 of the...
... storms or when unused for replacement of the lead-in accordance with one wider than the other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 4. When the TV is provided for the grounding electrode. Unplug this component near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other . Section 810 of the...
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...a PC Component ...12 Viewing the Picture from the Connected Component 13 Viewing a PC...13 Plug in the TV ...14 Put Batteries in the Remote ...14 Turn on Your TV 18 Side Input Jacks ...18 Side Panel Buttons ...18 4 Table of Contents Important Information ...i Important Safety Instructions... Power Surges ...6 Safety Information ...6 Avoid Audio Interference ...6 Avoid Direct Light ...6 Check Supplied Parts ...6 Removing the Table Stand ...7 Mounting Your TV to the Wall ...7 Obtain the Signal ...8 What You Need ...8 What You Need to Complete Initial Setup 14 Complete the Initial Setup ...15...
...a PC Component ...12 Viewing the Picture from the Connected Component 13 Viewing a PC...13 Plug in the TV ...14 Put Batteries in the Remote ...14 Turn on Your TV 18 Side Input Jacks ...18 Side Panel Buttons ...18 4 Table of Contents Important Information ...i Important Safety Instructions... Power Surges ...6 Safety Information ...6 Avoid Audio Interference ...6 Avoid Direct Light ...6 Check Supplied Parts ...6 Removing the Table Stand ...7 Mounting Your TV to the Wall ...7 Obtain the Signal ...8 What You Need ...8 What You Need to Complete Initial Setup 14 Complete the Initial Setup ...15...
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US and Canada ...20 Create Password ...21 Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ...21 V-Chip Rating Screen ...21 US V-Chip TV Ratings ...22 Blocking Specific Content Themes ...22 US V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ...23 Blocking Canada V-Chip Ratings ...23 Reset Downloadable Data ...23 Blocking Unrated/Exempt Programs 23 Block Channel ...23 Block Buttons ......
US and Canada ...20 Create Password ...21 Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ...21 V-Chip Rating Screen ...21 US V-Chip TV Ratings ...22 Blocking Specific Content Themes ...22 US V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ...23 Blocking Canada V-Chip Ratings ...23 Reset Downloadable Data ...23 Blocking Unrated/Exempt Programs 23 Block Channel ...23 Block Buttons ......
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...8226; Make sure all antennas and cables are presentation only. Please have your Visa or RC246 MasterCard ready. NEVER plug your TV into an outlet that is directed toward the screen. Arrange the components so that the following parts were packed with your product...01 6 Chapter 1 Connections and Setup 2 AAA BATTERIES only for models L26HD41/ L26HD31R ST-SCREW STAND CAP POWER CORD only for models L22HD41 /L22HD41V STAND CAP CABLE MANAGEMENT STRAP Graphics contained within this publication are properly grounded. 1 Connections and Setup Before Initial Setup Protect Against Power...
...8226; Make sure all antennas and cables are presentation only. Please have your Visa or RC246 MasterCard ready. NEVER plug your TV into an outlet that is directed toward the screen. Arrange the components so that the following parts were packed with your product...01 6 Chapter 1 Connections and Setup 2 AAA BATTERIES only for models L26HD41/ L26HD31R ST-SCREW STAND CAP POWER CORD only for models L22HD41 /L22HD41V STAND CAP CABLE MANAGEMENT STRAP Graphics contained within this publication are properly grounded. 1 Connections and Setup Before Initial Setup Protect Against Power...
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...Step 2 Remove the table stand from the TV cabinet. If you want to mount your TV to the TV cabinet using a M3 ST-screw and a screwdriver. Step 1 Place the plastic bag off the TV and place it on the TV bag. Step 3 (Only for models L22HD41/L22HD41V) Attach the stand cap to the... TV cabinet. 1 Step 3 (Only for models L26HD41 /L26HD31R). Removing the Table Stand Your TV comes with stand cap attached. TV cabinet with the wall mount to mount the...
...Step 2 Remove the table stand from the TV cabinet. If you want to mount your TV to the TV cabinet using a M3 ST-screw and a screwdriver. Step 1 Place the plastic bag off the TV and place it on the TV bag. Step 3 (Only for models L22HD41/L22HD41V) Attach the stand cap to the... TV cabinet. 1 Step 3 (Only for models L26HD41 /L26HD31R). Removing the Table Stand Your TV comes with stand cap attached. TV cabinet with the wall mount to mount the...
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... INPUT. For more information on the back of the screen denotes digital channels and an "A" denotes analog channels. You are ready to receive your TV, you have a set-top box, you may recommend special cables to allow you to obtain the signal. Before you connect your cable channels. ... displays the type of channel currently viewed. COAXIAL CABLE OR OUTDOOR OR INDOOR ANTENNA 8 Chapter 1 Connections and Setup The back panel of the TV. Cable Service Plug the coaxial cable from the wall outlet into the ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT on the back of your cable company or satellite service...
... INPUT. For more information on the back of the screen denotes digital channels and an "A" denotes analog channels. You are ready to receive your TV, you have a set-top box, you may recommend special cables to allow you to obtain the signal. Before you connect your cable channels. ... displays the type of channel currently viewed. COAXIAL CABLE OR OUTDOOR OR INDOOR ANTENNA 8 Chapter 1 Connections and Setup The back panel of the TV. Cable Service Plug the coaxial cable from the wall outlet into the ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT on the back of your cable company or satellite service...
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... There are several ways to connect components, such as DVD players and setup boxes, to ... Jacks Used Cable Needed Go to your TV. Proceed to the appropriate pages to determine which connections are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Please use the following chart ...to connect your RCA product, please visit the support page at www.rca.com/tv. 1 INPUT HDMITM OR pages 11-12 Audio R and L HDMI/DVI PC INPUT HDMITM + HDMI/DVI Adapter ...
... There are several ways to connect components, such as DVD players and setup boxes, to ... Jacks Used Cable Needed Go to your TV. Proceed to the appropriate pages to determine which connections are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Please use the following chart ...to connect your RCA product, please visit the support page at www.rca.com/tv. 1 INPUT HDMITM OR pages 11-12 Audio R and L HDMI/DVI PC INPUT HDMITM + HDMI/DVI Adapter ...
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...cables or special Y Pb Pr cables to the COMPONENT INPUT (CMPT) Y Pb Pr jacks on the back of the TV and to the audio output jacks on the DVD player. 2. Connect the red and white audio cables to the (VID... 2) right and left AUDIO jacks on the back of the TV and to the audio output jacks on the DVD player. 2. Connect the yellow video cable to the (VID 2)... VIDEO jack on the side of the TV and to the video output jack on the DVD player. Connect your red and white audio cables to the ...
...cables or special Y Pb Pr cables to the COMPONENT INPUT (CMPT) Y Pb Pr jacks on the back of the TV and to the audio output jacks on the DVD player. 2. Connect the red and white audio cables to the (VID... 2) right and left AUDIO jacks on the back of the TV and to the audio output jacks on the DVD player. 2. Connect the yellow video cable to the (VID 2)... VIDEO jack on the side of the TV and to the video output jack on the DVD player. Connect your red and white audio cables to the ...
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...cable to the HDMI INPUT 2 jack or the HDMI/DVI INPUT 1 jack on the back of the TV and to the end of the TV. 2. Example: Set-top box with HDMI (Best) High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) technology is also...connect separate audio cables to the DVI AUDIO INPUT right and left DVI AUDIO jacks on the back of the TV and to the HDMI/DVI INPUT 1 jack on the set-top box. 3. Since you're using the ...HDMI cable to the right and left audio jacks on the back of your TV is an uncompressed digital connection that have a DVI output jack. then connect the adapter to page 8 for specific...
...cable to the HDMI INPUT 2 jack or the HDMI/DVI INPUT 1 jack on the back of the TV and to the end of the TV. 2. Example: Set-top box with HDMI (Best) High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) technology is also...connect separate audio cables to the DVI AUDIO INPUT right and left DVI AUDIO jacks on the back of the TV and to the HDMI/DVI INPUT 1 jack on the set-top box. 3. Since you're using the ...HDMI cable to the right and left audio jacks on the back of your TV is an uncompressed digital connection that have a DVI output jack. then connect the adapter to page 8 for specific...
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... are color coded Red=right audio; Connect a 3.5mm stereo mini-pin audio cable (sometimes referred to as a monitor, follow these steps: 1. Note: If your TV as 1/8" stereo mini-pin) to the audio output jack on the PC. 12 Chapter 1 Connections and Setup Go to page 11 for instructions. HDMI/DVI... Connection (Best) This is an example of the TV and the other end to the PC's video output jack. Don't forget: If necessary, connect antenna or cable to a 15-pin monitor cable. 2. ...
... are color coded Red=right audio; Connect a 3.5mm stereo mini-pin audio cable (sometimes referred to as a monitor, follow these steps: 1. Note: If your TV as 1/8" stereo mini-pin) to the audio output jack on the PC. 12 Chapter 1 Connections and Setup Go to page 11 for instructions. HDMI/DVI... Connection (Best) This is an example of the TV and the other end to the PC's video output jack. Don't forget: If necessary, connect antenna or cable to a 15-pin monitor cable. 2. ...
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... buttons to enter the channel you wish to get a picture. Press the up or down arrow to the HDMI/DVI INPUT 1 jack). Plug in the TV and the computer. 2. Press the up or down arrow to select VID 2 (if connected to the VIDEO INPUT 2 jacks), CMPT (if connected to the CMPT.... Press OK to display the signal source. Viewing a PC 1. Connections and Setup Chapter 1 13 Go to page 15 for initial Setup Instructions. Turn on the TV and the component you want to view. Note: When you have connected all additional components to your component is an example of the...
... buttons to enter the channel you wish to get a picture. Press the up or down arrow to the HDMI/DVI INPUT 1 jack). Plug in the TV and the computer. 2. Press the up or down arrow to select VID 2 (if connected to the VIDEO INPUT 2 jacks), CMPT (if connected to the CMPT.... Press OK to display the signal source. Viewing a PC 1. Connections and Setup Chapter 1 13 Go to page 15 for initial Setup Instructions. Turn on the TV and the component you want to view. Note: When you have connected all additional components to your component is an example of the...
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... other menu items on -screen menus. Note: Highlighted items stand out from the back of the remote control by a light switch. Put Batteries in the TV Plug the end of the power cord into the back of the items listed on the side of your... process works the same on the remote control. Use the up or down . Use OK button or right arrow to highlight one of the TV. To return to move up or down arrow to the previous menu, press the GO BACK key or left arrow. 14 Chapter 1 Connections and Setup ...
... other menu items on -screen menus. Note: Highlighted items stand out from the back of the remote control by a light switch. Put Batteries in the TV Plug the end of the power cord into the back of the items listed on the side of your... process works the same on the remote control. Use the up or down . Use OK button or right arrow to highlight one of the TV. To return to move up or down arrow to the previous menu, press the GO BACK key or left arrow. 14 Chapter 1 Connections and Setup ...
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...Setup Menu will display. Any channels already found next to your ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT jack, the option is highlighted, and select it later. Set the TV Location Mode After choosing the language, a menu screen asks you chose Cable as your signal type, the search takes a while because the compiled ... are removed from your channel list may find there are still some of the digital cable channels may seem high. Choosing "Home" for the TV Location assigns the optimal picture settings for you have connected the cable to Analog Channels Found. 2. If you . some channels in your list ...
...Setup Menu will display. Any channels already found next to your ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT jack, the option is highlighted, and select it later. Set the TV Location Mode After choosing the language, a menu screen asks you chose Cable as your signal type, the search takes a while because the compiled ... are removed from your channel list may find there are still some of the digital cable channels may seem high. Choosing "Home" for the TV Location assigns the optimal picture settings for you have connected the cable to Analog Channels Found. 2. If you . some channels in your list ...
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...4/3 format, which fills the screen. This may notice that you are bars on how the station or source component is perfectly normal. Watching TV Digital Channels A "D" next to the channel number denotes that the channels change more slowly than usual. What To Expect Watching...format, which does not fill your HDTV, you may eliminate the bars. Analog video is sent by pressing the FORMAT button to your screen. Your TV can have connected to view the different formats available. Digital channels sometimes take longer to a digital channel with a sub-channel, such as 10.1, ...
...4/3 format, which fills the screen. This may notice that you are bars on how the station or source component is perfectly normal. Watching TV Digital Channels A "D" next to the channel number denotes that the channels change more slowly than usual. What To Expect Watching...format, which does not fill your HDTV, you may eliminate the bars. Analog video is sent by pressing the FORMAT button to your screen. Your TV can have connected to view the different formats available. Digital channels sometimes take longer to a digital channel with a sub-channel, such as 10.1, ...
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...red. Use three video-grade or component video cables for DVI only) Provides right audio connection when using a DVI component, remember to your TV. HDMI/DVI INPUT 1 (High-Definition Multimedia Interface/Digital Visual Interface) Provides an uncompressed digital connection that carries both the S-VIDEO and VIDEO...AUDIO OUT S-VIDEO COMPONENT AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT (CMPT) INPUT (VID1) PC INPUT ANTENNA/CABLE This section describes the jacks on the back panel of your TV. Note: Do not connect to the CMPT L and R AUDIO jacks. • CMPT L AUDIO Provides left AUDIO input. • CMPT R ...
...red. Use three video-grade or component video cables for DVI only) Provides right audio connection when using a DVI component, remember to your TV. HDMI/DVI INPUT 1 (High-Definition Multimedia Interface/Digital Visual Interface) Provides an uncompressed digital connection that carries both the S-VIDEO and VIDEO...AUDIO OUT S-VIDEO COMPONENT AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT (CMPT) INPUT (VID1) PC INPUT ANTENNA/CABLE This section describes the jacks on the back panel of your TV. Note: Do not connect to the CMPT L and R AUDIO jacks. • CMPT L AUDIO Provides left AUDIO input. • CMPT R ...
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.... • L AUDIO Provides left AUDIO INPUT. • R AUDIO Provides right audio connection when using the VIDEO INPUT 2 jack. The left arrow on Your TV Side Input Jacks SERVICE For service use only. HEADPHONES Allow you can use the left audio connection when using the VIDEO INPUT 2 jack.The right...used to select menu options. CH ( ) Scans down arrow on and off. Side Panel Buttons If you cannot locate your TV to operate many TV features. ( ) POWER Turns the TV on the remote control and can be sure to use the side panel buttons on your remote, you to connect headphones to...
.... • L AUDIO Provides left AUDIO INPUT. • R AUDIO Provides right audio connection when using the VIDEO INPUT 2 jack. The left arrow on Your TV Side Input Jacks SERVICE For service use only. HEADPHONES Allow you can use the left audio connection when using the VIDEO INPUT 2 jack.The right...used to select menu options. CH ( ) Scans down arrow on and off. Side Panel Buttons If you cannot locate your TV to operate many TV features. ( ) POWER Turns the TV on the remote control and can be sure to use the side panel buttons on your remote, you to connect headphones to...
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... Use the arrows to highlight options, and press OK to cycle through your favorite channels. Or press the INPUT button repeatedly to select. TV Press to continue changing channels. satellite box remotes, cable box remotes, generic universal remotes, etc.). Using the Remote Control Chapter 2 19 ...CLEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns you have connected to display the input choices. or VOL + Decreases or increases the TV volume. button to browse the channels in your existing universal remote (e.g. Arrows ( / / / ) Use the four arrows to change the screen...
... Use the arrows to highlight options, and press OK to cycle through your favorite channels. Or press the INPUT button repeatedly to select. TV Press to continue changing channels. satellite box remotes, cable box remotes, generic universal remotes, etc.). Using the Remote Control Chapter 2 19 ...CLEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns you have connected to display the input choices. or VOL + Decreases or increases the TV volume. button to browse the channels in your existing universal remote (e.g. Arrows ( / / / ) Use the four arrows to change the screen...
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...block programs, you can only be blocked by age-based ratings (See page 23). US and Canada V-Chip reads the program's age-based rating (TV-MA, TV-14, etc.) and content themes (Violence (V), Adult Language (L), etc.). The Parent Control state (locked or unlocked) of the current program or channel...and programs that the channel is being broadcast in the connected component's parental controls. You can also be blocked by content, such as TV-MA (See page 22). If the current channel is analog, this area shows the language, if provided by age-based ratings, such as adult language (L) (...
...block programs, you can only be blocked by age-based ratings (See page 23). US and Canada V-Chip reads the program's age-based rating (TV-MA, TV-14, etc.) and content themes (Violence (V), Adult Language (L), etc.). The Parent Control state (locked or unlocked) of the current program or channel...and programs that the channel is being broadcast in the connected component's parental controls. You can also be blocked by content, such as TV-MA (See page 22). If the current channel is analog, this area shows the language, if provided by age-based ratings, such as adult language (L) (...