RCA DVR2080, DVR2160 manual Channel Search, Software Upgrade, Signal Source, Video Input Setup

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Using the TV’s Menu System

0 Go Back

1 Signal Search

2 Channel Search

3 Software Upgrade

4 Signal Source

5 Video Input Setup

6 Auto Tuning

7 DTVLink Setup

8 Special Features

9 Ethernet Setup

Main Menu Connections

 

Input to search:

Channel Search finds channels

✓ Cable Input

for you. Check fewer boxes to

make the search faster (but

✓ Antenna Input

less complete) and vice versa.

 

Channels to search:

The first time that you do a

✓ Digital channels

Channel Search, put a check in

 

✓ Analog channels

all the boxes to do a thorough

Other search options:

search for channels.

 

✓Detect antenna or cable setting

✓Include previously found channels in search

To add a channel that Channel Search didn't find, clear all

Startmenus and directly tune to the channel with the number keys.

Press OK to start a Full Channel Search of both tuners including automatic detection of Cable or Air antenna.

Channel Search

Engaging in a channel search tells the TV to search for all the terrestrial TV channels available through the Antenna and Cable Inputs. When the TV finds an active channel, it places it in the channel list. Inactive channels (weak stations or channels with no signal at all) aren’t placed in the channel list.

To do a complete channel search, check each box that pertains to your TV. For example, if you’re only receiving cable from the CABLE INPUT, highlight Cable Input and press OK to place a checkmark in the box. Select Start to begin the

Tip

You can still add a channel that was not found by Channel Search. Clear any on-screen menus, and tune to it by using the number buttons on the remote. If the channel can be tuned, it will be added to the channel list for that tuner.

search.

Notes: Channel Search with all options selected takes a long time to complete because all possible analog and digital channels are being searched.

If a cable box is connected to your TV’s CABLE INPUT or a CableCARD is in use, Channel Search won’t work for Cable Input.

 

Main Menu Connections

0 Go Back

Current TV Software Version and Date: A2.0B/B2.0A

1 Signal Strength

If you have a connection to the TV's Ethernet jack, your TV

2 Channel Search

may periodically alert you to the availability of a free

TV-software upgrade which can be downloaded through the

3 Software Upgrade

Ethernet jack.

 

4 Signal Source

From time to time, your cable company may use the Cable

Input to automatically upgrade the digital-cable software

5 Video Input Setup

in the TV. If the TV is on, you'll be notified when it occurs.

6 Auto Tuning

Status: A new TV-software upgrade is not available at this time.

7 DTVLink Setup

If one were available, you would be able to select a button

on this screen to acquire it.

8 Special Features

You can view your current TV-software version and check

9 Ethernet Setup

if a new software version is available. Press￿to continue.

Software Upgrade

The Software Upgrade screen contains current software information and indicates if a new upgrade is available. The software information and upgrades can be accomplished only if you have the TV connected via the Ethernet cable to the Internet with ISP subscription. Select the Upgrade Now button, if available, to upgrade your software.

Note: If using a dialup service via a router connected at a dialup speed of 56K, the Software Upgrade could take several hours or more. If the TV is unplugged during a Software Upgrade, it could cause the TV to not operate properly.

0 Go Back

1 Signal Strength

2 Channel Search

3 Software Upgrade

4 Signal Source

5 Video Input Setup

6 Auto Tuning

7 DTVLink Setup

8 Special Features

9 Ethernet Setup

Main Menu Connections

Input 1

Use this screen if you have misplaced your remote control and need a way to tune to a different antenna or to go to the video inputs. Use the arrows to highlight the rectangle then press OK or MENU-OK to scroll to the input you want.

You can select a source from the available signal sources. Press OK to continue.

Signal Source

The Signal Source menu allows you to choose the source from which you would like the signal to come: Cable Input, Antenna Input, or Video Inputs. The same can be accomplished using the component buttons if you’ve set up Auto Tuning on the remote or by pressing the ANT•CAB or INPUT button. But, if you misplace the remote, this feature gives you another way to tune to a signal source.

0 Go Back

1 Signal Strength

2 Channel Search

3 Software Upgrade

4 Signal Source

5VideoS gnal InputType Setup

6 Auto Tuning

7 DTVLink Setup

8 Special Features

9 Ethernet Setup

Main Menu Connections

Select the Input 2 video source:

Component Video (Y PB PR)

Composite Video

Select the Input 4 video source:

Component Video (Y PB PR)

Composite Video

The component video (Y PB PR) connectors on the TV can be changed to accept composite video instead. When using composite video, connect the yellow RCA cable to the Y/VIDEO connector on the TV.

You can select the Air/Cable setting for Antenna A and Antenna B. Press OK to continue.

Video Input Setup

The Video Input Setup screen lets you choose which type of connection you’re using for the Input 2 and/or Input 4 jack on the back of the TV. If you decide to change the connection, you need to go back into the Video Input Setup screen.

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Contents Page Important Information Product Registration Product InformationPart 1 DLP- brilliance, in color, design, and technology Lamp ReplacementThank you for choosing RCA Scenium How DLP WorksPart 2 Why RCA Scenium DLP is better Resolution it’s math...that works for youAspect Ratio User-friendly Features Help You Personalize Your TV Part 3 Other Key Features of Owning an RCA Scenium HdtvDigital Signal and Sound Integrated Hdtv Tuner with Digital Cable Ready QAMFireWire with Two-Way DTVLink Audio SystemAudio/Video Output Jacks Table of Contents Using the TV’s Menu System TroubleshootingConnections & Setup Chapter OverviewThings to Consider Before You Connect Choose Your Connection Cables NeededConnection Title Go to Accessing the Jack Panel Removing the Front Panel PieceExplanation of Jacks and Cables AUDIO/VIDEO OutputsAUDIO/VIDEO Inputs Tip HDMI/DVI Input Front of Your TV Front Panel ButtonsHow to Connect TV + VCR + DVD Player Go toViewing the Components How to Connect TV + Satellite Receiver + VCR Connect your Satellite Receiver to your TVHow to Connect TV + DTVLink Components You should knowHow to Connect TV + Component with DVI or Hdmi Viewing the ComponentHow to Connect TV + CableCARD Setting Up Digital Cable Television ServiceHow to Connect TV + A/V Receiver + Speakers How to Connect TV + Receiver with Dolby Digital + SpeakersAudio Connections Back of Left Front Speaker Back of Left Rear Speaker How to Connect TV + Router via the HDTV’s Ethernet Jack You should knowPut Batteries in the Remote Use the Remote Control to Complete the Assisted SetupPlug in the TV Turn on the TVComplete the Assisted Setup Set the Menu LanguageComplete Channel Search This page intentionally left blank Using the Remote Control Using the Remote Control Buttons on the Remote ControlUsing the Remote Control Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote Using Automatic Code SearchProgramming the Remote to Operate Other Components Programming the RemoteHow to Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed It Using Direct EntryLearning Feature Adding a Learned FunctionClearing a Learned Function Deleting ALL Learned FunctionsVolume Punchthrough Feature Deleting ALL Volume Punchthrough CommandsUsing the Input Button Remote Code ListHD Receiver Code Using the TV’s Features Using the TV’s Features About the Channel BannerDirect Tuning to a Channel Digital or Analog TV ChannelsParental Controls Lock/Unlock TVHow V-Chip Works for the USA and Canada USA V-Chip TV RatingsEditing Channels in the Channel Lists USA V-Chip Rating Limit Screen TV-14Blocking Specific Content Themes Blocking Age-Based RatingsViewing Age-Based Ratings Blocking Movie Ratings Viewing Specific Content ThemesChip Movie Rating Limit Viewing Movie Ratings14+ Canada V-ChipAge-Based Canada V-Chip English Rating System 18+ C8+13+ Age-Based Canada V-Chip French Rating System 18+16+ Canada V-ChipAuto Tuning Feature Front Button BlockWeb Browser Block PIP Picture-in-Picture Operation PIP ButtonsUsing the PIP Feature PIP Problems?Using the Web Browser Saving Your Favorite Web AddressDTVLink Recording Controlling the Web BrowserWeb Browser Button Interaction Set up DTVLink Recording Preferences Emergency Alert System EASUsing the TV’s Menu System On-Screen Help Menus, On-screen Help, and Control PanelsNavigating the Menu System ControlsNumeric Entries SlidersChoice Lists On-screen Menu ItemsPicture Settings Picture PresetsPicture Quality Menu Noise Reduction Auto ColorColor Warmth Green StretchAdvanced Settings Contrast ExpandEqualizer Presets Audio MenuAudio Processor Sound LogicAudio Mode SAP Second Audio ProgramBalance SAP Signal Strength Recordings MenuConnections Menu Video Input Setup Software UpgradeSignal Source Channel SearchAuto Tuning DTVLink SetupSpecial Features Ethernet Setup Remote SetupCaption Display Preferences MenuClosed Captioning Analog CaptionsDigital Captions Caption PriorityCaption Style Screen Format Time MenuColor Scheme Power IndicatorLamp Power TranslucencyReference Troubleshooting ReferencesVideo and audio are out of sync Noisy stereo reception Remote Control Doesn’t Work Lamp Replacement Instructions Replacing the Lamp UnitPrecaución Caliente Service Model Number Sticker with Lamp Part References Hdtv Specifications Convenience Accessory Information Custom DLP Hdtv AccessoriesRG-6 Coaxial Burial Cable with weatherproof F connectors Limited Warranty For how long after your purchaseCare and Cleaning Symbols IndexComposite Input 12 Digital Audio Output 13 DTVLink USA Index This page intentionally left blank This page intentionally left blank This page intentionally left blank This page intentionally left blank This page intentionally left blank This page intentionally left blank This page intentionally left blank This page intentionally left blank TTE Technology, Inc

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