RCA HD61LPW62 Choose Your Signal, Using the Cable Input, Using the Antenna Input, What You Need

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Connections & Setup

Choose Your Signal

The first part of connecting your TV is to get a signal. The back panel of your TV allows you to connect cable by using the CABLE INPUT; off-air antenna by using the ANTENNA INPUT; and a digital cable card by using the CableCARD slot. See below for these locations.

CableCARD Slot

CABLE INPUT ANTENNA INPUT

AUDIO/VIDE

CABLE INPUT

VIDEO

DIGITAL

AUDIO

OUTPUT

(OPTICAL)

Using the Cable Input

Connect a coaxial cable from the wall outlet to the CABLE INPUT on the back of the TV to receive cable channels.

Coaxial cable

What You Need

Coaxial cable

What You Need To Know

If you have cable connected and you want to record programs, go to the connection on page 14 for more information.

When you get to the Channel Search screen in the Assisted Setup, place a check mark in the box next to Cable Input. To complete a channel search now, go to page 20.

When you are ready to watch channels, make sure you are tuned to the Cable Input. Press the ANT•CAB button to tune to the Cable Input.

Using the Antenna Input

Connect a coaxial cable from an off-air antenna to the ANTENNA INPUT to receive off-air channels and local digital channels.

Outdoor antenna

Indoor antenna

What You Need

Indoor or outdoor antenna

What you Need to Know

Visit www.antennaweb.org to get help deciding what type of antenna to use to receive the local digital channels available to you. By entering where you live, this mapping program tells you what local analog and digital stations are available using a certain antenna. Once you determine what type of antenna you need, go to rca.com or go to the accessories on page 72.

When you get to the Channel Search screen in the Assisted Setup, place a check mark in the box next to Antenna Input. To complete a channel search now, go to page 20.

When you are ready to watch channels, make sure you are tuned to the Antenna Input. Press the ANT•CAB button to tune to the Antenna Input.

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Contents Hdtv User’s Guide Product Registration Product Information Important InformationPart 1 DLP technology-brilliance in color and design IntroductionThank you for choosing RCA Aspect Ratio Part 2 Why RCA Hdtv is betterResolution it’s math...that works for you Integrated Hdtv Tuner with Digital Cable Ready QAM Part 3 Other Key Features of owning an RCA HdtvDigital Signal and Sound User-friendly Features Help You Personalize Your TVAudio/Video Output Jacks Table of Contents Other Information Using the TV’s Menu SystemChapter Overview Connections & SetupThings to Consider Before You Connect Connections & SetupWhat You Need Choose Your SignalUsing the Cable Input Using the Antenna InputSetting Up Digital Cable Television Service Using the CableCARD SlotJacks Used Cables Needed Go to Choose Your ConnectionViewing the Picture from the Connected Device Pb Pr ConnectionConnect your audio cables Connecting the DeviceTV button Viewing the Picture from the Connected Device Audio/Video Input and Output ConnectionRed Yellow White Connecting. the DeviceViewing. the Picture from the Connected Device HDMI/DVI ConnectionConnecting the Device Advanced Audio Connection Information Connecting Your TV to an Audio/Video ReceiverConnecting Your TV to a Receiver with Dolby Digital Put Batteries in the Remote Use the Remote Control to Complete the Assisted SetupComplete the Assisted Setup Plug in the TVWatching TV What To ExpectSet the Menu Language Complete Channel SearchChanging Channels Next StepsHDMI/DVI Input Explanation of JacksVIDEO/AUDIO Inputs AUDIO/VIDEO Outputs Front Panel Front of Your TVFront Input Jacks This page left intentionally blank Using the Remote Control Buttons on the Remote Control Using the Remote ControlUsing the Remote Control Programming the Remote Using Automatic Code SearchProgramming the Remote to Operate Other Devices Find Out If You Need to Program the RemoteUsing Direct Entry How to Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed ItModes of Operation Volume Punchthrough FeatureDeleting ALL Volume Punchthrough Commands Using the Input ButtonRemote Code List Home Theatre in a Box DVD Receiver Codes DVD codesDVD/VCR Combo Codes PVR CodesUsing the TV’s Features About the Channel Banner Using the TV’s FeaturesDigital or Analog TV Channels Direct Tuning to a ChannelLock/Unlock TV Parental ControlsEditing Channels in the Channel Lists How V-Chip Works for the USA and CanadaUSA V-Chip TV Ratings TV-14 USA Description and Content Themes for Age-Based RatingsUSA V-Chip Rating Limit Screen Hierarchy of Age-Based Ratings Blocking Specific Content Themes Viewing Age-Based RatingsBlocking Age-Based Ratings Viewing Movie Ratings Viewing Specific Content ThemesChip Movie Rating Limit Blocking Movie Ratings14+ Canada V-ChipAge-Based Canada V-Chip English Rating System 18+Canada V-Chip Age-Based Canada V-Chip French Rating System 18+16+ 13+Front Button Block Auto Tuning FeatureEmergency Alert System EAS Using the TV’s Menu System On-Screen Help Using the TV’s Menu SystemMenus, On-screen Help, and Control Panels Navigating the Menu SystemOn-screen Menu Items SlidersChoice Lists Numeric EntriesPicture Quality Menu Picture SettingsPicture Presets Green Stretch Auto ColorColor Warmth Noise ReductionContrast Expand Advanced SettingsAudio Processor Equalizer PresetsAudio Menu Balance Audio ModeSound Logic SAP Second Audio ProgramDigital Audio Out Audio ConnectionsDigital Audio Out DVI Audio Input Go Back Fixed/Variable OutChannel Search Signal StrengthConnections Menu Auto Tuning Special Features Signal SourceAuto Tuning Go Back Signal Strength Channel SearchPreferences Menu Special FeaturesAnalog Captions Closed CaptioningCaption Display Caption Style Digital CaptionsCaption Priority Go Back Closed Captioning Go Back Sleep TimerScreen Format Time MenuMenu Language Lamp PowerColor Scheme TranslucencyOther Information Other Information Frequently Asked Questions FAQsButtons don’t work TroubleshootingPower indicator is blinking or flashing TV won’t turn onUnusual sound quality TV turns on unexpectedlyVideo and audio are out of sync Blank screenNoisy stereo reception No sound, picture okayChannel search finds few channels Can’t select certain channelRating limits don’t work Don’t remember my password and I want to unlock the TVReplacing the Lamp Unit Lamp Replacement InformationService Model Number Sticker location with Lamp Type Hdtv Specifications Convenience How to Order Accessory InformationFor how long after your purchase Limited WarrantyFCC Information Care and CleaningIndex SymbolsFCC USA Tocom TTE Technology, Inc