RCA HDTV/DVD Monitor manual TV turns on unexpectedly, Blank screen, No sound, picture okay

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TV turns on unexpectedly

•Wake up timer might have been activated. Go to page 34 for instructions.

•Auto on might have been activated. Go to page 34 for instructions.

•You might have pressed CH+, CH- or INPUT on the remote accidentally.

Blank screen

•Make sure the component connected to the TV is turned on.

•Try another channel.

No sound, picture okay

•Maybe the sound is muted. Try pressing the volume up button to restore sound.

•If using S-Video or Y, PB, PR, remember to also connect the component’s left and right audio output jacks to the TV’s L/MONO and R Audio Input jacks.

•Make sure the INT/EXT switch on the back of the TV is put on “INT”.

•The sound settings may not be set correctly. Go to page 33 for more information.

Can’t select certain channel

•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 button on your VCR).

Noisy stereo reception

•May be a weak station. Use Sound menu to choose mono sound.

No picture/blue screen, no sound but TV is on

•Maybe the cable/air function is set to the wrong position. Go to page 35 for detailed instructions.

•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).

Sound okay, picture poor

•Check antenna connections. Make sure all of the cables are firmly connected to the jacks.

•Try adjusting sharpness function to improve weak signals. Go to page 34 for more instructions.

Volume buttons not adjusting volume louder

•Check to make sure volume isn’t limited by the maximum volume feature. Go to page 35 for more instructions.

Picture not moving

•You have activated the Freeze feature by pressing OK on the remote. Press any button to “unfreeze” the picture.

Black box appears on the screen

•Closed-captioning might be on. Check Closed Caption in the Setup menu. Go to page 35 for more instructions.

Freeze not working

•The freeze feature is not available for Component video (CMP1 or CMP2) or DVI inputs.

Low battery warning appears on screen

•Place new batteries in remote.

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Contents HDTV/DVD Monitor User’s Guide Important Information Risk of Electric Shock do Not OpenImportant Safety Instructions Key Features Overview IntroductionTable of Contents Other Information Using the TV’s Menu SystemInformation Displays Connections & Setup Things to Consider Before You ConnectConnections & Setup Choose Your ConnectionGo to TV/DVD + HD Receiver + VCRReceiver Connect your Satellite Receiver to your TV/DVD TV/DVD + Satellite Receiver + VCRMake sure cable or antenna is connected to your VCR TV/DVD + VCR TV/DVD+ A/V Receiver or Speakers Connect to either Fixed or Variable OutputExplanation of Jacks External SpeakersComplete the Initial Setup Front of Your TV/DVDPut batteries in the remote Turn on the TV/DVDSet the Menu Language Complete Auto Channel SearchChanging Lists and Labels Auto ConvergenceChapter Using the Remote ControlButtons on the Remote Control Using the Remote Control Using the Input ButtonProgramming the Remote to Operate Other Components Find Out If You Need to Program the RemoteRemote Control Codes How to Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed ItUsing Direct Entry VCR CodesAudio Codes Satellite Receiver CodesCable Box Codes Playing DVDs Playing DVDs Time DisplaySelecting a Title Selecting a ChapterUsing the Repeat Feature How to Cancel RepeatChanging the Audio Language AB RepeatUsing Bookmarks Using a BookmarkChanging the Camera Angle Storing a BookmarkUsing the TV’s Features Why You Should Use the Autotuning FeatureHow to Set Up the Autotuning Feature Channel BannerUsing the TV’s Features Parental Controls and V-ChipHow V-Chip Works Chip TV RatingBlocking Specific Content Themes V-Chip Rating ScreenHierarchy of Age-Based Ratings Blocking Age-Based RatingsViewing Specific Content Themes Chip Movie Rating LimitChip Unrated Program Block Lock/Unlock Parental ControlsPIP and POP Buttons Using the DVD Menu Play Mode MenuDVD’s Menu System Play/Resume Play OptionUsing the DVD Menu Lock MenuChanging Your Password Setting the Ratings LimitsLocking Your DVD Unlocking Your DVDDisplay Menu Unrated TitlesSystem Test TV ImageSound Menu Languages MenuSteps on next Digital OutputGlossary Language CodeUsing the TV’s Menu System Picture MenuUsing the TV’s Menu System Channel Guide MenuTime Menu Parental Control MenuSetup Menu Channel setupUsing the Info Display Information DisplaysSelecting a Play Mode Available only on Audio CDs and MP3s Using the Program Play FeatureInformation Displays Selecting a Specific Index Available only on Video CDsAB Repeat Available only on Audio CDs How to Cancel RepeatEditing a Playlist Dub Assist Available only on Audio CDs Using IntroScan Available only on Audio CDs and MP3sUsing Bookmarks Available only on Audio CDs Troubleshooting Other InformationTV Problems Other InformationVolume buttons not adjusting volume louder Low battery warning appears on screenTV turns on unexpectedly Blank screenCare and Cleaning Remote Control Doesn’t WorkProblems with V-Chip/Parental Controls Handling CautionsLimited Warranty Video Accessories PO Box Ronks, PA RCR160TALM1Tocom Thomson multimedia IncNorth Meridian Street Indianapolis,
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