RCA HDLP61 manual How to Connect TV + Satellite Receiver + VCR

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Connections & Setup

TV

Satellite Receiver

VCR

VCR

VIDEO

L

AUDIO

R

ANTENNA IN

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

VIDEO

L

AUDIO

R

IN

 

 

 

ANTENNA OUT

 

 

 

SATELLITE

RECEIVER

VIDEO

L

AUDI

R

S-VIDEO

OR

OFF-AIR ANTENNA

 

3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RIGHT

LEFT

 

FIXED/VARIABLE

 

 

 

 

TV

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUDIO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUTPUT

CENTER CHANNEL INPUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SPEAKER

 

INTERNAL

EXTERNAL AMPLIFIER

 

 

 

 

 

 

MAXIMUM POWER RATING!

 

 

 

 

 

SELECT

 

SPEAKER

(60 WATTS into 8 OHMS)

 

 

 

 

 

 

INT W/

R

SOURCE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EXT

EXT

 

TV

EXT AMP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SURR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EXTERNAL SPEAKERS

 

 

L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VIDEO

 

VIDEO

 

VIDEO

VIDEO

 

 

 

 

 

INPUT 1

 

INPUT 2

 

INPUT 3

INPUT 4

 

 

 

 

 

V

 

V

 

 

V

PR

V

PR

 

VIDEO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INPUT 5

 

 

 

S-VIDEO

 

S-VIDEO

 

 

 

 

 

DVI-HDTV

 

2A

L/MONO

 

L/MONO

 

 

L/MONO

PB

L/MONO

PB

L/MONO

 

RAUDIO

 

RAUDIO

 

RAUDIO

Y

RAUDIO

Y

RAUDIO

 

 

 

INPUT 1

 

INPUT 2

 

INPUT 3

 

INPUT 4

 

INPUT 5

 

 

RECORD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUTPUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VIDEO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ANTENNA B

 

ANTENNA A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INPUT

 

INPUT

 

 

AUDIO

 

DIGITAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUDIO

 

 

 

 

ETHERNET

 

 

 

 

R

 

OUTPUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2B

L

 

 

G-LINK

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CABLE

1

Connect G-LINK Cable (see page 23)

How to Connect: TV + Satellite Receiver + VCR

1.Connect your cable or off-air signal to ANTENNA A.

If you have cable and an off-air antenna, connect the cable signal to ANTENNA A INPUT (antenna A is the only source for the GUIDE Plus+ system). Connect the off-air antenna to ANTENNA B INPUT. If you have only an off-air antenna, connect it to ANTENNA A INPUT.

2.Connect your VCR to your TV.

A.Connect the VCR’s audio/video outputs to INPUT 1 (audio/video) on the TV using composite audio/video cables.

B.Connect the VCR’s audio/video inputs to RECORD OUTPUT on the TV. This enables recording of digital programs (unless copy protected, using DVI HDTV or component video formats), as well as analog programs.

3.Connect your Satellite Receiver to your TV.

Connect the satellite receiver’s audio/video output jacks to the INPUT 2 AUDIO (R and L) and VIDEO jacks on the TV using composite cables. If your satellite receiver has an S-Video output, you can make the video connection by using the S-VIDEO jacks instead. If your satellite receiver has component outputs, then use INPUT 3 or 4.

Note: If you are using an S-Video cable or component video cables, you must also use audio cables. The S-Video cable and component video cables only transfer video information.

Viewing the Components

1.Turn on the TV and the component(s) you want to view.

2.Press the TV button on the remote control.

3.Press the INPUT button on the remote control to scroll through the Video Input Channels.

The VCR can be viewed on the INPUT 1 channel.

The satellite receiver can be viewed on the INPUT 2 channel.

Note: You can set up the TV to automatically tune to the correct Video Input Channel. This is called Auto Tuning. (See Chapter 3 for more information.)

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Contents Users Guide Product Registration Product Information Important InformationThank you for choosing RCA Scenium IntroductionPart 1 DLP- brilliance, in color, design, and technology Resolution it’s math...that works for you Part 2 Why RCA Scenium DLP is better?Format Analog Ntsc HD Digital Atsc Aspect RatioDigital Signal and Sound Part 3 Other Key Features of owning an RCA Scenium HdtvUser-friendly Features Help You Personalize Your TV Integrated Hdtv Tuner with QAMWhat’s Next? FireWire with Two-Way DTVLinkAudio System NetConnect Record Output JacksTable of Contents Reference Using the TV’s Menu SystemChapter Overview Connections & SetupThings to Consider Before You Connect Connections & SetupComponents Cables Needed Connection Title Go to Choose Your ConnectionGo to How to Connect TV + VCR + DVD PlayerViewing the Components Connect your Satellite Receiver to your TV How to Connect TV + Satellite Receiver + VCRAudio Connections Amplifier How to Connect TV + Speakers Without A/V Receiver You should know How to Connect TV + Router via the HDTV’s Ethernet JackYou should know How to Connect TV + DTVLink and/or IEEE-1394 ComponentsHD Set Top Box Explanation of Input Jacks and Cables DTVLink Digital Television Link ConnectorsDigital Audio Out Jack and Optical Cable Ethernet Jack and CableVideo Jacks and Cables Component Video YPbPr Jacks and CablesComposite Audio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-type RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F-typeRight and Left External Speaker Terminals Used to connect Back of the TVTV’s Center Channel Inputs Internal Speaker Source TV / EXT AMP SwitchDVI-HDTV How to Find the Remote Sensor Why You Should Connect the G-LINK CablePlacing the G-LINK Wands Button Lighting Front of Your TVFront Input Jacks Buttons on the Front of the TVPlug in the TV Use the Remote Control to Complete the Assisted SetupPut Batteries in the Remote Turn on the TVGuide Plus+ System Setup Complete the Assisted SetupSet the Menu Language Complete Channel SearchConfiguring for Cable Configuring for a VCR Confirming Your Settings Next Steps What to ExpectChanging Channels Turning the TV On and OffOverview Using the Remote ControlButtons on the Remote Control Using the Remote ControlUsing the Remote Control Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components Using Direct EntryFind Out If You Need to Program the Remote Programming the RemoteUsing Automatic Code Search How to Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed ItAdding a Learned Function Learning FeatureDeleting ALL Learned Functions Clearing a Learned FunctionDeleting ALL Volume Punchthrough Commands Volume Punchthrough FeatureRemote Code List Using the Input ButtonAudio Codes Cable Box CodesDVD codes Cable Box codes cont’dDVD/VCR Combo Codes PVR CodesUsing the TV’s Features About the Channel Banner Using the TV’s FeaturesMpaa Not Rated Digital or Analog TV ChannelsAbout the Guide Plus+ System Using the Guide Plus+ SystemGuide Plus+ System Menus Guide Action Buttons ListingsExpanded Information News SortMessages PromotionsSchedule SetupChannels Promotions and AdvertisingLock/Unlock TV Parental ControlsUSA V-Chip TV Ratings How V-Chip Works for the USA and CanadaEditing Channels in the Channel Lists TV-14 USA V-Chip Rating Limit ScreenBlocking Age-Based Ratings Blocking Specific Content ThemesViewing Age-Based Ratings Hierarchy of Age-Based RatingsChip Movie Rating Limit Viewing Specific Content ThemesBlocking Movie Ratings Viewing Movie RatingsAge-Based Canada V-Chip English Rating System Canada V-Chip18+ 14+16+ Age-Based Canada V-Chip French Rating System 18+13+ Canada V-ChipDSL unit. If you want access to the web browser to require Auto Tuning FeatureWhen a button listed below is pressed on the remote control Front Button BlockPIP Buttons PIP Picture-in-Picture OperationPIP Problems? Using the PIP FeatureBrowser Times Out Automatically Using the Web BrowserSaving Your Favorite URLs Controlling the Web Browser RecordingWeb Browser Button Interaction Remote Front Panel Browser FunctionMpaa Not Rated Normal 1080i HD 00h00m00s of 00h00m00s Set up 1394 Recording PreferencesUsing the TV’s Menu System Menus, On-screen Help, and Control Panels Using the TV’s Menu SystemCheck Boxes SlidersPicture Presets Picture SettingsPicture Quality Menu Auto Color Advanced SettingsColor Warmth Noise ReductionGo Back Edge Enhancement Green Stretch Go Back Edge EnhancementGo Back Edge Enhancement Green Stretch Contrast Expand Equalizer Presets Reset ControlsAudio Menu Audio ProcessorAudio Language Sound LogicSAP Second Audio Program Fixed/Variable Out BalanceDigital Audio Out Connections Menu Time MenuAntenna Info Signal Source Software UpgradeSignal Type Channel SearchSetup DTVLink Auto TuningSpecial Features Ethernet SetupClosed Captioning Preferences MenuGo Back Caption Display Analog Captions Screen FormatGo Back Caption Display Analog Captions Digital Captions Caption Style Main Menu Preferences Closed CaptioningColor Scheme Record OutputTranslucency Lamp Power Main Menu Preferences Lamp PowerDigital Channel Info Lamp Power Menu LanguageReference References TroubleshootingUnusual sound quality Blank screenHumming or buzzing noise No picture, sound okaySound okay, picture poor No picture, no sound but TV is onBlack box appears on the screen Every time I turn on the TV, the Guide is on the screenDoesn’t tune to correct antenna input Don’t remember my password and I want to unlock the TVRating limits don’t work Hdtv Specifications Convenience Replacement Lamp Accessory InformationDV6 Accessory Order FormPlacing an Order Video Accessories PO Box Ronks, PALimited Warranty How State Law relates to warranty Limitation of WarrantyProduct Registration If you purchased your unit outside the United StatesFCC Information Index SymbolsExternal Speakers Output 13 Video Input 3 Page North Meridian Street Indianapolis, Thomson IncTocom 1614682B

HDLP61 specifications

The RCA HDLP61 is a high-definition rear-projection television that was introduced in the early 2000s, capturing the attention of consumers seeking a balance between performance and affordability in large screen televisions. With its sleek design and impressive specifications, the HDLP61 quickly became a popular choice for home entertainment.

One of the primary features of the RCA HDLP61 is its substantial 61-inch screen, which allows for an immersive viewing experience. The television utilizes DLP (Digital Light Processing) technology, a key aspect that contributes to its high-quality picture display. DLP technology relies on a digital micromirror device (DMD) to reflect light and create images, which results in vibrant colors and sharp details. This technology also minimizes the risk of image burn-in that can be a concern with other display types such as CRT and plasma.

The HDLP61 supports a native resolution of 720p, providing clear and crisp images that enhance the viewing of high-definition content. Additionally, it is compatible with 1080p signals, making it a flexible choice for various types of media sources, including cable, satellite, and Blu-ray players. The television also features a 16:9 aspect ratio, which aligns perfectly with modern high-definition content.

In terms of connectivity, the RCA HDLP61 is equipped with multiple input options, including HDMI, component, and S-Video ports, allowing users to connect various devices such as gaming consoles, DVD players, and streaming devices with ease. This versatility ensures that users can enjoy a wide range of entertainment options on the large screen.

Another notable characteristic of the HDLP61 is its built-in audio system, which includes speakers that deliver decent sound quality, complementing the visual experience. However, audiophiles may opt to connect external sound systems for a more robust audio experience.

The RCA HDLP61 is also designed with user-friendly controls and features, including an intuitive on-screen menu that makes navigating settings a breeze. The television also includes features such as adjustable brightness, contrast, and color settings, allowing users to customize their viewing experience according to personal preference.

Overall, the RCA HDLP61 stands out in the realm of rear-projection televisions because of its combination of advanced DLP technology, vast connectivity options, and user-friendly design. It continues to be remembered as a budget-friendly option that delivered good performance during its time in the consumer electronics market.