RCA HD50LPW62B manual Introduction, Thank you for choosing RCA

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Introduction

Thank you for choosing RCA

Congratulations on purchasing this RCA High Definition Television (HDTV) featuring Texas Instruments Digital Light Processing™ technology–a true viewing experience. Your purchase decision represents an investment in a new generation of technology–DLP™ and HDTV. Even though this is a technologically advanced HDTV, it is the most user-friendly of its kind–with comprehensive on-screen instructions that guide you through all of the TV’s features.

This introduction has three parts that describe why an RCA HDTV featuring DLP™ technology is an excellent choice:

Part 1: DLP™ technology–brilliance in color and design

Part 2: Why RCA DLP™ HDTV is better

Part 3: Other Key Features of owning an RCA HDTV

Part 1: DLP™ technology–brilliance in color and design

RCA brings you pictures with DLP™ system–a brilliantly choreographed, engineering marvel that combines microscopic mirrors, light, and color to bring you the best and brightest pictures possible.

Common Field Lens Projection Optics

DMD

Screen

Color Wheel

Illumination Relay Optics

Integrating Light Pipe

Lamp

Service Model Number Numéro de Modéle-Service

HDLP50XXXXXX 000000000 X

SERIAL SERIE

LAMP

EXAMPLE: Service Model Number sticker with lamp type listed.

Model No.____________________________________

Lamp Type___________________________________

Date_________________________________________

How DLP™ Technology Works

In general, DLP™ technology combines microscopic mirrors, a specially designed semiconductor, and a color wheel to adjust light to display the most brilliant, accurate images! Your DLP™ HDTV doesn’t use Cathode Ray Tubes (CRTs), which means you don’t have to worry about screen burn (fixed video images burning onto the screen permanently) or convergence (realigning the CRTs). The diagram on the left illustrates the complex system.

Thin and Light

The efficiency of DLP™ technology enabled our design team to create a high-performance HDTV that is about 16 inches thin and weighs less than 100 pounds.

Lamp Replacement

DLP™ technology uses a special lamp. Eventually, you’ll need to replace this lamp, which you can do yourself by following the instructions that come packed with the new lamp. To order the correct lamp, you’ll need to know your TV’s model number, serial number, and lamp type–this information is listed on the Service Model Number sticker (example of the sticker is shown on the left). Face the back of the TV. The sticker is located on the right side of the TV. The lamp type can also be found in the TV’s Lamp Power menu. Go to page 62 for more information. For future reference, write down the information in the space provided at the left.

Digital Light Processing, DLP, the DLP logo, and the DLP medallion are trademarks of Texas Instruments. All other products and names may or may not be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

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Contents Hdtv User’s Guide Product Registration Product Information Important InformationIntroduction Thank you for choosing RCAPart 1 DLP technology-brilliance in color and design Part 2 Why RCA Hdtv is better Resolution it’s math...that works for youAspect Ratio 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 InputUsing the CableCARD Slot Setting Up Digital Cable Television ServiceDigital Cable Card Choose Your Connection Jacks Used Cables Needed Go toAudio R and L Viewing 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 Connecting Your TV to an Audio/Video Receiver Connecting Your TV to a Receiver with Dolby DigitalAdvanced Audio Connection Information 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 of Your TV Front Input JacksFront Panel 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 FeatureUsing the Input Button Remote Code ListDeleting ALL Volume Punchthrough Commands 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 ControlsHow V-Chip Works for the USA and Canada USA V-Chip TV RatingsEditing Channels in the Channel Lists USA Description and Content Themes for Age-Based Ratings USA V-Chip Rating Limit ScreenTV-14 Blocking Specific Content Themes Viewing Age-Based Ratings Blocking Age-Based RatingsHierarchy of 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 Settings Picture PresetsPicture Quality Menu Green Stretch Auto ColorColor Warmth Noise ReductionContrast Expand Advanced SettingsEqualizer Presets Audio MenuAudio Processor Balance Audio ModeSound Logic SAP Second Audio ProgramDigital Audio Out Audio ConnectionsDigital Audio Out DVI Audio Input Go Back Fixed/Variable OutSignal Strength Connections MenuChannel Search Auto Tuning Special Features Signal SourceAuto Tuning Go Back Signal Strength Channel SearchPreferences Menu Special FeaturesClosed Captioning Caption DisplayAnalog Captions Digital Captions Caption PriorityCaption Style 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 TVLamp Replacement Information Service Model Number Sticker location with Lamp TypeReplacing the Lamp Unit 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