RCA LCD manual Hdmi cable

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Connections and Setup

Connecting the Device

High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) technology is an uncompressed digital connection that carries both video and audio data by way of an integrated mini-plug cable. Since HDMI technology is based on Digital Visual Interface (DVI), the jack on the back of your TV is also compatible with devices that have a DVI output jack.

HDMI cable

Using the example of a set-top box:

If your set-top box has an HDMI jack, connect an HDMI cable.

Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI/DVI INPUT jack on the back of the TV and to the HDMI Out jack on the back of the device.

HDMI cable

HDMI/DVI adapter

Red

White

Audio cables are color coded- Red= right audio; White= left audio

ON•OFF button

 

 

 

 

ON•OFF

 

1

2

3

 

 

 

 

 

SLEEP

 

4

5

6

 

 

 

 

 

CC

 

7

8

9

 

 

INPUT

ANTENNA

PRESETS

INPUT

SOUND

 

SKIP

 

 

CH+

 

button

 

VOL-

VOL+

 

 

 

MUTE

 

 

 

 

CH-

 

 

GO BACK

 

FAV

 

MENU

OK

INFO

 

 

 

FREEZE

 

 

 

 

 

CLEAR

 

ZOOM-

ZOOM+

 

Use these buttons to view the picture of the device you’ve connected to the TV.

–OR–

If your set-top box has a DVI jack, connect an HDMI cable and an HDMI/DVI adapter.

A.Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI/DVI INPUT jack on the back of the TV.

B.Attach an HDMI/DVI adapter to the end of the HDMI cable, then connect the adapter to the DVI Out jack on the set-top box.

C.Since you’re using an HDMI/DVI adapter, you need to connect Audio left and right cables to the HDMI/DVI R and L AUDIO jacks on the back of the TV and to the R and L jacks on the back of the device.

Viewing the Picture from the Connected Device

The device in this connection is connected to the HDMI/DVI jack. To view this device:

1.Plug in the TV (see page 13 for details) and the device, if they aren't already plugged in.

2.Turn on the TV and the device you want to view, for example a set-top box.

3.Repeatedly press the INPUT button on the remote control to scroll through the Video Input Channels until you see HDMI displayed at the bottom of the TV's screen. To go back to viewing TV channels, press the ANTENNA button.

If you are done connecting devices to your TV, go to page 14 to complete the Initial Setup.

If you experience HDMI problems, go to the HDMI Troubleshooting section on page 36.

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Contents Changing Entertainment. Again LCD User’s GuideProduct Registration Product Information Important InformationO U N D C L a M P S Important Safety InstructionsTable of Contents Things to Consider Before You Connect Receiving Analog Channels Connections and SetupGet the Picture Receiving Digital ChannelsJacks Used Cables Needed Go to Choose Your ConnectionVideo Connection Viewing the Picture from the Connected Device Connecting the DeviceHDMI/DVI Connection This is an example of a connection using the HDMI/DVI jackHdmi cable Viewing the PC VGA ConnectionTurn on the TV How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial SetupPlug in the TV Put Batteries in the RemoteSet the Menu Language Complete the Initial SetupComplete Channel Setup Changing Channels What To ExpectWatching TV Explanation of Jacks in alphabetical order Front Panel Buttons Right Side Input Jacks when facing back of TVButtons and Other Jacks On Your TV Buttons on the Remote Control Channel Banner Using the TVs FeaturesLock/Unlock Parental Controls Using the TV’s FeaturesParental Controls and V-Chip How V-Chip Works for USA and CanadaHierarchy of Age-Based Ratings US V-Chip TV RatingsV-Chip Rating Screen Blocking Age-Based RatingsBlocking Canadian V-Chip Ratings Blocking Specific Content ThemesContent Themes Blocking Movie Ratings Chip Movie Rating LimitBlock Channels Block Digital ChannelsFuture Rating Region Front Panel BlockLock Time Menu Blocking Unrated/Exempt ProgramsCalendar Additional FeaturesMultiTask Audio Sound Menu Using the Menu SystemSound mode Normal Using the TVs Menu SystemPicture Menu Advanced settingsAdvanced picture settings not available on VGA and Hdmi VGA and Hdmi Picture menu Setup MenuClosed caption options on next Preferences Time Menu Parental Control MenuOther Information Frequently Asked Questions FAQsOther Information TroubleshootingTV turns off unexpectedly Volume buttons not adjusting volume louderTV picture keeps switching between screen formats abruptly Buttons don’t workRating limits don’t work Don’t remember my password and I want to unlock the TVMounting Your TV to the Wall Canadian English V-Chip Rating System Chip Rating ExplanationsUS V-Chip Rating System Canadian French V-Chip Rating System How to Set Up the Autotuning Feature AutotuningWhat we will do within one year Limited WarrantyHow state law relates to warranty Care and CleaningTocom FCC InformationTTE Technology, Inc West 103rd St Indianapolis,

LCD specifications

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