RCA R52WH79 manual Can’t select certain channel, Noisy stereo reception, Picture not moving

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Can’t select certain channel

•Make sure the remote control is in TV mode. Press the TV button and enter the channel number using the number buttons.

•Channel may be blocked or not approved in the Parental Controls menu.

•If using a VCR, check to make sure the TV/VCR button on the VCR is in the correct mode (press the TV/VCR button on your VCR).

Noisy stereo reception

•May be a weak station. Use Sound menu to choose mono sound.

No picture, no sound but TV is on

•Maybe the Signal Source is set to the wrong choice. Go to page 48 for detailed instructions.

•The channel might be blank — change channels.

•If you’re watching your VCR and it’s connected with a coaxial cable, tune the TV to channel 3 or 4 (whichever channel is selected on the 3/4 switch on the back of your VCR). Also check to make sure the TV/VCR button on the VCR is in the correct mode (press the TV/VCR button on your VCR).

Volume buttons not adjusting volume louder

•Check to make sure volume isn’t limited by the maximum volume feature. Go to page 48 for more instructions.

Picture not moving

•You have activated the Freeze feature by pressing FREEZE or OK on the remote. Press any button to “unfreeze” the picture.

Black box appears on the screen

•Closed-captioning might be on. Check Closed Caption in the Setup menu. Go to page 49 for more instructions.

Freeze not working

•The freeze feature is not available for Component video (CMP1 or CMP2) or DVI inputs.

Low battery warning appears on screen

•Place new batteries in remote.

TV picture keeps switching between screen formats abruptly

•Switch the Autoformat feature to Off. See page 44 for more information.

Channel search finds few channels

•The cable connected to the ANTENNA/CABLE ANALOG INPUT and/or ANTENNA DIGITAL INPUT jack might be loose.

•Your off-air antenna might be getting a weak signal. Move it higher or get a bigger antenna.

•If you have cable TV, make sure that signal is connected to the ANTENNA/CABLE ANALOG INPUT—do not connect it to the

ANTENNA DIGITAL INPUT.

•If you have a cable box, you can’t connect it to the ANTENNA DIGITAL INPUT jack. Connect it to the ANTENNA/CABLE ANALOG INPUT or a Video Input jack.

•Select the Both option in the Channel Search menu, and retry the channel search.

The Remote Control Doesn’t Work

•Something might be between the remote and the remote sensor on the component. Make sure there is a clear path.

•Maybe the remote isn’t aimed directly at the device (TV or DVD) that you’re trying to operate.

•Maybe remote is not in TV Mode. Press the TV button so remote will control TV.

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Contents Hdtv User’s Guide Important Information Product Registration Product InformationImportant Safety Instructions Best of both worlds Resolution it’s math...that works for youThank you for choosing RCA What makes Hdtv betterIntroduction Other Key Features of owning an RCA HdtvDigital Signal and Sound Aspect RatioTruScan Digital Reality Feature DVI-HDTV InputTable of Contents Table of Contents Connections & Setup Chapter OverviewConnections & Setup Things to Consider Before You ConnectDevices Choose Your ConnectionCables Connection Go to Needed Title DVD VCR TV + DVD + VCR Satellite ReceiverTV + Satellite Receiver + VCR Connect your Satellite Receiver to your TVTV + DVI Device TV+ A/V ReceiverPut Batteries in the Remote Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial SetupPlug in the TV Turn on the TVWelcome Screen and Connection Confirmation Complete the Initial SetupSet the Menu Language Complete the Auto Channel SearchChanging Lists and Labels Automatic ConvergenceExplanation of Jacks Back Panel Jacks in alphabetical orderComponent Input CMP1 Front Input Jacks Front of Your TVFront Panel Buttons Using the Remote Control Using the Remote Control Buttons on the Remote ControlProgramming the Remote to Operate Other Devices Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote Using Direct EntryUsing Manual Code Search Programming the RemoteUsing Automatic Code Search How to Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed ItModes of Operation Volume Punchthrough Feature Deleting ALL Volume Punchthrough CommandsAudio Codes Using the Input ButtonRemote Code List CableDVD codes ZenithDVR Codes DVD/VCR Combo CodesDVR/DVD Combos DVR/CABLE CombosVCR Codes Web TVUsing the TV’s Features Using the TV’s Features Channel BannerWhy You Should Use the Autotuning Feature AutotuningDirect Tuning to a Digital Channel Digital and Analog ChannelsHow to Set Up the Autotuning Feature How V-Chip Works for USA and Canada Parental Controls and V-ChipUS V-Chip TV Rating Limit V-Chip Rating Screen Rating Status Field Rating FieldBlocking Age-Based Ratings Blocking Specific Content ThemesContent Themes Viewing Age-Based RatingsCanada V-Chip Ratings Blocking Canadian V-Chip Ratings Rating Canadian French V-Chip Rating SystemLock/Unlock Parental Controls Chip Movie Rating LimitBlocking Unrated/Exempt Programs Front Panel BlockUsing the TV’s Menu System Using the TV’s Menu System Sound MenuEqualizer Advanced picture settings Picture MenuSharpness Black level Color Contrast Color warmth Cool Tint Channel Guide Menu Time Menu Parental Control MenuSetup Menu Closed caption Autotuning ConvergencePress or key to select the closed Yellow, Magenta, or Cyan Feature This page left blank intentionally Other Information Frequently Asked Questions FAQs Other InformationTroubleshooting TV picture keeps switching between screen formats abruptly Volume buttons not adjusting volume louderLow battery warning appears on screen Can’t select certain channelDon’t remember my password and I want to unlock the TV Rating limits don’t workCare and Cleaning RCA High-Definition Television Hdtv Limited Warranty For how long after your purchaseIf you purchased your unit outside the United States Index Info Input SAT/CABLETTE Technology, Inc Tocom 1667740A
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