RCA PHD42600 manual Connection to an external monitor, Connecting speakers

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Connections and Setup

Connection to an external monitor

This monitor is able to output video signal to an external monitor or other component from the RGB OUT jack. Connect one end of a 15-pin monitor cable to the external monitor or component and the other end to the RGB OUT jack on the back of the monitor. Then connect the Audio OUT jacks (L and R) on the monitor to the Audio In jacks on the back of your external monitor.

Note: A video signal will not be ouput from the RGB OUT jack when the main power of this unit is off or in standby.

RGB OUT

To an external monitor

Connecting speakers

Before making connections, be sure to check that the audio component’s power and the unit’s main power is off. Speaker cords, 1 for each speaker, are needed for connection. Twist the stripped ends of speaker cord about 2/3 inch (15 mm). Press down on the tab to open the terminal and insert the wire. Let go to close the tab.

Twist exposed wire strands together.

Push tab to the open position, and insert the wire. Then, let go of the tab to secure the wire in place.

Note: When making speaker connections, be sure to match the polarities (+ and –) of the speaker terminals on this unit and the corresponding terminals on the speakers. If the polarity is reversed, the sound will be unnatural and lack bass.

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Contents Changing Entertainment. Again Plasma Monitor User’s GuideProduct Registration Important InformationProduct Information Table of Contents Other Information Things to Consider Before You Connect Connections and SetupInstallation using a stand or wall mount bracket Installation of the MonitorMounting or Removing Table Stand To mount the monitor to the standFront of Your Monitor Back Panel VID1 and VID2 Explanation of JacksSpeakers Choose Your Connection Using the VID1 and VID2 jacksConnection to audio/video components Using the DVI in jack Using the Component Video jacks Y, Pb, PrUsing the RGB in jack Using the Audio OUT jacksConnection to a personal computer Connection to an external monitor Connecting speakersPlug in the Monitor Set up Your MonitorPut batteries in the remote Turn on the MonitorButton Descriptions for Monitor Mode Using the Remote ControlVOL and buttons Adjust the volume Button Descriptions for Other Components Using Automatic Code Search Using the Input ButtonProgramming the Remote to Operate Other Components Find Out If You Need to Program the RemoteUsing Direct Entry How to Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed ItVCR Remote Control CodesDVD Why You Should Use the Autotuning Feature Using the Monitor’s FeaturesHow to Set Up the Autotuning Feature About the Status DisplayZoom Modes Auto Set Remote Control Buttons for Zoom ModesArrow buttons OK/ZOOM buttonMenus, On-screen Help and Control Panels Using the Menu SystemExiting a menu ControlsChoice Fields Picture MenuPicture Geometry Picture Menu when using DVI or RGB inputsAdvanced Settings Preferences Menu Sound MenuOther Information TroubleshootingSound okay, picture poor Care and CleaningSpecifications RGB/DVI Dimensions Without Stand With Stand Maximum ResolutionPackage Dimensions WeightNon-Operating Power Management Mode Sync Video Power dissipationAcoustics SoundIndustry Canada Compliance Notice Limited Warranty How State Law relates to warranty Product Registration Limitation of WarrantyIf you purchased your unit outside the United States How to Order Accessory InformationStandard Audio/Video Component VideoPLWM42J2 Plasma monitor wall ATSC21 Hdtv set-top box receivesThomson