RCA HD50LPW166PK manual Introduction, Thank you for choosing RCA Scenium

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Introduction

Thank you for choosing RCA Scenium

Congratulations on purchasing this RCA Scenium 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 Scenium HDTV is better

Part 3: Other Key Features of owning an RCA Scenium HDTV

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

RCA Scenium 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 HDTV with DLP™ technology 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 76 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 RCA SceniumPart 1 DLP technology-brilliance in color and design Part 2 Why RCA Scenium Hdtv is better Resolution it’s math...that works for youAspect Ratio TruScan Digital Reality Part 3 Other Key Features of owning an RCA Scenium HdtvDigital Signal and Sound Integrated Hdtv Tuner with Digital Cable Ready QAMUser-friendly Features Help You Personalize Your TV Go Back Picture SettingsAudio/Video Output Jacks Table of Contents Other Information Using the TV’s Menu SystemChapter Overview Connections and SetupThings to Consider Before You Connect Connections and 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 Connected Device Pb Pr ConnectionConnect your audio cables Connecting the DeviceViewing the Picture from the Connected Device Audio/Video Input and Output ConnectionConnect your composite audio/video cables to the TV’s output HDMI/DVI Connection Connections and Setup Connecting Your TV to an Audio/Video Receiver Connecting Your TV to a Receiver with Dolby DigitalAdvanced Audio Connection Information Why You Should Connect the G-LINK Cable How to Find the Remote SensorPlacing the G-LINK Wands Turn on the TV Use the Remote Control to Complete the Assisted SetupPlug in the TV Put Batteries in the RemoteComplete Channel Search Complete the Assisted SetupTV Guide On Screen System Setup Set the Menu LanguageIdentifying Your TV’s Location Channel 03 is the most common Configuring for Antenna Tips Watching TV What To ExpectChanging Channels Next StepsLink Composite 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 ItVolume Punchthrough Feature Deleting ALL Volume Punchthrough CommandsModes of Operation Remote Code List Using the Input ButtonHome 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 ChannelUsing the TV Guide On Screen System TV Guide On Screen System ServicesAbout the TV Guide On Screen System Listings Panel Menu ListingsSet Recording Icons Set RecordingSet Reminder Icons Set ReminderSearch Last Used SetupSet Manual Recording ScheduleSet Manual Reminder Promotions and AdvertisingLock/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 Hierarchy of Age-Based Ratings Blocking Specific Content ThemesBlocking Age-Based Ratings Viewing Age-Based RatingsViewing 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 EntriesGo Back TV Guide Menu Picture SettingsTV Guide Menu Picture Quality MenuNoise Reduction Picture PresetsAuto Color Color WarmthContrast Expand Advanced SettingsContrast Expand Advanced Settings Edge EnhancementEqualizer 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 Signal Source Auto TuningSpecial Features Preferences Menu Closed CaptioningCaption Display Caption Display Analog CaptionsDigital Captions Caption PriorityScreen Format Caption StyleGo Back Closed Captioning Menu Language Time MenuColor Scheme TranslucencyLamp Power Lamp PowerOther Information Other Information Frequently Asked Questions FAQsTroubleshooting Humming or buzzing noise Video and audio are out of syncBlank screen Unusual sound qualitySound okay, picture poor Can’t select certain channelNoisy stereo reception No picture, no sound but TV is onRating limits don’t work Don’t remember my password and I want to unlock the TVScheduled Reminder or Recording doesn’t occur Doesn’t tune to correct antenna inputLamp 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 SymbolsOutputs USA This page left intentionally blank This page left intentionally blank Tocom TTE Technology, Inc