RCA HD50LPW166PK Can’t select certain channel, Noisy stereo reception, Sound okay, picture poor

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Can’t select certain channel

May be blocked or not approved in the Parental Controls menu.

If using a VCR, check to make sure the TV/VCR button on the VCR is in the correct mode (press the TV/VCR or INPUT button on your VCR).

You usually can’t change channels when a menu is on the screen (press the CLEAR button).

You might need to reset your digital cable card if you have one installed. Go to page 71 for more instructions.

Noisy stereo reception

May be a weak station. Use Audio menu to choose Mono sound.

No picture, no sound but TV is on

Maybe the cable/antenna option wasn’t chosen in the Channel Search menu. Select Detect antenna or cable setting in the Channel Search menu and run the search again.

The channel might be blank — change channels.

If you’re watching your VCR and it’s connected with coaxial cable to the CABLE/ANTENNA jack, tune the TV to channel 3 or 4 (whichever channel is selected on the 3/4 switch on the back of your VCR). Also check to make sure the TV/VCR button on the VCR is in the correct mode (press the TV/VCR button on your VCR).

If a channel doesn’t exist and you tune to scrambled QAM channel, Unusable Signal appears.

Sound okay, picture poor

Check antenna and video connections. Make sure all of the cables are firmly connected to the jacks and they’re not damaged.

Try adjusting sharpness function to improve weak signals. Go to page 64 for more instructions.

Press the FORMAT button repeatedly to view the picture in different video formats. Analog channels may look better when you use the Normal video format (the video format appears on the right side of the channel banner).

Black box appears on the screen

Closed-captioning might be on. Check the Caption Display control panel in the Preferences menu. Go to page 72 for more instructions.

TV Guide On Screen System Problems

Every time I turn on the TV, the TV Guide On Screen system is on the screen

The TV Guide On Screen system automatically appears on the screen when you use the TV button on the remote to turn on the TV. You can turn off this feature. Go to page 49 for instructions.

TV Guide On Screen setup won’t turn off tape for VCR setup and/or channel 02 cable box

Check to see if the G-LINK wands are positioned correctly in front of components’ remote sensors.

TV Guide On Screen system control of cable box is slower than direct control of the box itself. Keep this in mind when changing channels.

You may have an incorrect TV Guide On Screen Channel Lineup. The Guide may get out of sync with the cable provider. Use the TV Guide On Screen Setup in the TV Guide Menu to change the zip code to 99999. Turn the TV off for 10 minutes. Use Setup again to change the zip code back to the correct entry. If asked, be sure to select the correct channel lineup from the on-screen list. If you aren’t sure of your specific channel lineup, you may need to repeat this procedure to select each available channel lineup until you receive the correct program listings.

Program information doesn’t download

Review your setup information and make sure it’s correct. Press MENU on the remote and select TV Guide System menu and then Setup. Go to page 21 for detailed instructions about the TV Guide Setup menus.

The TV must be off to download TV Guide On Screen program listings. Leave your TV when it’s not in use. It may take up to 24 hours, to start to receive the initial download for your area. It may take up to one week to receive all eight days of TV program listings.

If you’re using a cable box, leave it on so you can receive program information.

The TV Guide On Screen interactive program guide provides listings for cable-ready, cable box, and digital cable services as well as over-the-air broadcast. It does not provide listings for satellite services.

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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 Scenium Aspect Ratio Part 2 Why RCA Scenium Hdtv is betterResolution it’s math...that works for you TruScan Digital Reality Part 3 Other Key Features of owning an RCA Scenium HdtvDigital Signal and Sound Integrated Hdtv Tuner with Digital Cable Ready QAMAudio/Video Output Jacks User-friendly Features Help You Personalize Your TVGo Back Picture Settings 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 Advanced Audio Connection Information Connecting Your TV to an Audio/Video ReceiverConnecting Your TV to a Receiver with Dolby Digital Placing the G-LINK Wands Why You Should Connect the G-LINK CableHow to Find the Remote Sensor 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 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 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 ChannelAbout the TV Guide On Screen System Using the TV Guide On Screen SystemTV Guide On Screen System Services 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 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 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 EnhancementAudio 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 Special Features Signal SourceAuto Tuning Caption Display Preferences MenuClosed Captioning Caption Display Analog CaptionsDigital Captions Caption PriorityGo Back Closed Captioning Screen FormatCaption Style 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 inputReplacing 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 SymbolsOutputs USA This page left intentionally blank This page left intentionally blank Tocom TTE Technology, Inc