Other Information

TV/VCR back panel

ANT/CABLE

LINE IN

LINE

COMPONENT-IN

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IN 1

OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

VIDEO

 

 

 

Y

L

 

 

L

PB

 

 

(CB)

AUDIO

 

 

 

 

 

 

PR

R

 

 

R

 

 

(CR)

 

 

 

 

This is the back of model T20TF668. If you have model T27TF668, you’ll notice the ANT/CABLE jack is on the right side and it has a VIDEO LINE OUT jack.

Back Panel

ANT/CABLE Jack Receives a signal from an antenna or cable system when the TV/VCR is attached with an RF cable.

LINE IN/IN 1 AUDIO (L and R) and VIDEO Jacks Receives signals from another component, such as another VCR or camcorder, when the component is connected to these jacks. To see the content coming from the component connected to these jacks, press the INPUT button on the remote until LINE 1 appears on the screen.

LINE OUT AUDIO (L and R) Jacks Sends audio signals from the TV/VCR to another component, like a stereo amplifier or speakers when the other component is connected to these jacks.

COMPONENT IN AUDIO (L and R) and VIDEO Y, PB (CB), and PB (CR) Jacks Receives signals from another component having COMPONENT jacks (like a DVD player) when the component is connected to these jacks. To see the content coming from the component connected to these jacks, press the INPUT button on the remote until COMPONENT appears on the screen. (Note: Recording can’t be done in the COMPONENT INPUT (video/audio) mode.) If the source is monoaural mode, connect the audio cable to the AUDIO-L jack of the COMPONENT-IN.

Care and Cleaning

CAUTION: Turn OFF your TV/VCR before cleaning.

You can clean the TV/VCR as required, using a soft lint-free cloth. Be sure to occasionally dust the ventilation slots in the cabinet to help assure adequate ventilation.

The TV/VCR screen may be cleaned with a soft, lint-free cloth as well. Take care not to scratch or mar the screen. If necessary, you may use a cloth dampened with warm water.

Never use strong cleaning agents, such as ammonia-based cleaners, or abrasive powder. These types of cleaners will damage the TV.

While cleaning, do not spray liquid directly on the screen or allow liquid to run down the screen and inside the TV/VCR. Also, avoid placing drinks or vases with water on top of the TV/VCR. This could increase the risk of fire or shock hazard or damage to the TV/VCR.

Caution: If fixed (non-moving) images are left on the screen for long periods, they may be permanently imprinted on the picture tube. Such images include network logos, phone numbers, and video games. This damage is not covered by your warranty. Extended viewing of channels displaying these images should be avoided.

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RCA TV/VCR manual Back Panel, Care and Cleaning

TV/VCR specifications

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