RCA L32HD36 User manual

LCD FLAT PANEL HDTV

user’s guide

connections 6∂

remote 25

features 34∏

menus 40

FAQs 44

warranty 50

contents

Important Information

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not

expose this product to rain or moisture. The apparatus

shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. No ob-

jects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed

on the apparatus.

This symbol indicates that this product contains mercury. Special disposal of this product for environmental

reasons may be required under the laws applicable to your jurisdiction. For disposal or recycling

information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org.

Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your product for its proper operating voltage.

Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code

(Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular,

specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable

entry as practical.

Product Registration

Please fill out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately. For US customers: Your RCA

Consumer Electronics product may also be registered at www.rca.com/television. Registering this product allows us to

contact you if needed.

Product Information

Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the

serial and model numbers in case you need them. These numbers are located on the product.

Model No. _____________________ Serial No.____________________ Purchase Date __________________

Dealer/Address/Phone _________________________________________________________________________

FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user’s authority to

operate it.

Important: This television is a table model and is designed to sit on a firm, flat, surface. Don't place the TV on soft

carpeting or similar surface because the ventilation slots on the bottom of the unit will be blocked resulting in reduced

lifetime from overheating. To assure adequate ventilation for this product, maintain a spacing of 4 inches from the top

and sides of the TV receiver and 2 inches from the rear of the TV receiver and other surfaces.

Also, make sure the stand or base you use is of adequate size and strength to prevent the TV from being accidentally

tipped over, pushed off, or pulled off. This could cause personal injury and/or damage the TV. Refer to the Important

Safety Instructions on the next page.

The TV is unstable if it is not properly attached to the

base or mounted to the wall. Please follow the base

or wall mounting instructions provided in the User’s

Guide to ensure your safety.

WARNING

Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts

inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

This symbol indicates "dangerous

voltage" inside the product that

presents a risk of electric shock or

personal injury.

This symbol indicates important

instructions accompanying the product.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double

insulation between hazardous mains voltage and user accessible

parts. When servicing use only identical replacement parts.

Important Safety Instructions

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)

that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one

wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third

prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement

of the obsolete outlet.

10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the

point where it exits from the apparatus.

11.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12.Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the

apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid

injury from tip-over.

13.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Service is required when the apparatus is damaged in any way, such

as power-supply cord or plug damage, liquid spilled on or objects falling onto apparatus, rain or moisture exposure,

abnormal operation, or if the apparatus has been dropped.

15.If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so

as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical

Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984 (Section 54 of Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) provides information with respect to

proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna-discharge unit, size

of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for

the grounding electrode. See following example:

ANTENN A

LEAD IN

WIRE

GROUND CLAM P

GROUNDING CONDUCTOR

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMP S

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM

(NEC ART 250, PART H)

ELECTRIC SERVICE

EQUIPMENT

ANTENN A

DISCHARGE UNIT

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

Table of Contents

4Table of Contens

Important Safety Instructions .................................................................................................................... i

Chapter 1 I Connections & Setup

Things to Consider Before You Connect....................................................................................... 6

Protect Against Power Surges ...................................................................................................... 6

Instructions at the Beginning of the User's Guide .......................................................................... 6

Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference.................................................................... 6

Use Indirect Light.......................................................................................................................... 6

Check Supplied Parts ................................................................................................................... 6

Attaching Your TV to the Table Stand ............................................................................................7

Mounting Your TV to the Wall ........................................................................................................13

Get the Picture ...............................................................................................................................14

Getting Channels .........................................................................................................................14

Choose Your Connections ............................................................................................................15

Composite Video Connection.......................................................................................................16

Component Video Connection .....................................................................................................16

HDMI/DVI Connection..................................................................................................................17

PC Connection ............................................................................................................................18

Plug in the TV ................................................................................................................................ 20

Put Batteries in the Remote......................................................................................................... 20

Turn on the TV ............................................................................................................................... 20

How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup................................................. 20

Complete the Initial Setup............................................................................................................ 21

Set the Menu Language.............................................................................................................. 21

Set the TV Location Mode........................................................................................................... 21

Complete Channel Setup............................................................................................................ 21

What To Expect............................................................................................................................. 22

Watching TV ............................................................................................................................... 22

Changing Channels .................................................................................................................... 22

Explanation of Jacks (in alphabetical order)............................................................................... 23

Buttons and Other Jacks on Your TV........................................................................................... 24

Side Input Jacks ......................................................................................................................... 24

Side Panel Buttons ..................................................................................................................... 24

Chapter 2 I Using the Remote Control

Remote Control Buttons................................................................................................................ 25

Using the INPUT Button ............................................................................................................... 26

Programming the Remote to Operate Other Devices ................................................................. 26

Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote.............................................................................. 26

Programming the Remote............................................................................................................ 27

How to Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed It ................................................................. 28

Modes of Operation..................................................................................................................... 28

Manual Reset of the Remote Control............................................................................................ 29

Remote Code List .......................................................................................................................... 30

Chapter 3 I Using the TV’s Features

Channel Banner ............................................................................................................................. 34

Autotuning...................................................................................................................................... 34

Parental Controls and V-Chip ....................................................................................................... 35

How V-Chip Works for USA and Canada..................................................................................... 35

Lock/Unlock Parental Controls .................................................................................................... 36

US V-Chip TV Ratings .................................................................................................................. 36

US V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ...................................................................................................... 37

Blocking Canada V-Chip Ratings ................................................................................................. 38

Future Rating Region ................................................................................................................... 38

Reset Downloadable Data ........................................................................................................... 38

Blocking Unrated/Exempt Programs............................................................................................ 38

Block Channel ............................................................................................................................. 38

Button Block................................................................................................................................ 38

Change Password ....................................................................................................................... 39

Additional Features........................................................................................................................ 39

Screen Formats ........................................................................................................................... 39

Chapter 4 I Using the TV's Menu

Using the Menu System ................................................................................................................ 40

Picture Menu .................................................................................................................................. 40

Sound Menu................................................................................................................................... 41

Channel Menu ................................................................................................................................ 42

Parental Control Menu................................................................................................................... 42

Setup Menu.................................................................................................................................... 42

Time Menu...................................................................................................................................... 43

Chapter 5 I Other Information

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)............................................................................................. 44

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................. 45

V-Chip Rating Explanations .......................................................................................................... 48

US V-Chip Rating System............................................................................................................ 48

Canadian English V-Chip Rating System...................................................................................... 48

Canadian French V-Chip Rating System ...................................................................................... 49

Limited Warranty............................................................................................................................ 50

Care and Cleaning ......................................................................................................................... 51

Table of Contens 5

1Connections and Setup

Things to Consider Before You Connect

Protect Against Power Surges

•Connect all devices before you plug any power cords into the wall outlet or power strip.

NEVER plug your TV into an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch.

•Turn off the TV and/or device(s) before you connect or disconnect any cables.

•Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safety

Instructions.

Instructions at the beginning of the User's Guide

•Protect devices from overheating.

•Don’t block ventilation holes on any of the devices. Arrange the devices so that air can

circulate freely.

•Don’t stack devices.

•If you place devices in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation.

•If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on the top shelf so the heated air

from it won’t flow around other devices.

Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference

•Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack.

•If you place devices above the TV, route all cables down one side of the back of the TV

instead of straight down the middle.

•If your antenna uses 300-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil the cables. Also, keep the twin

lead cables away from audio/video cables.

Use Indirect Light

Don’t place the TV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen. Use soft

or indirect lighting.

Check Supplied Parts

Check that the following parts were packed with your product.

Note: If you need

to replace your remote,

call 1-800-338-0376.

A shipping and

handling fee, and the

appropriate sales

tax, will be charged

upon ordering.

Have your Visa,

MasterCard, or Discover

Card ready.

Graphics contained within this publication are presentation only.

6Chapter 1 Connections and Setup

Go to Pages 7, 8, 10 to see the parts list for the

table stand

REMOTE CONTROL

PART # RC2254702/01

2 AA BATTERIES

POWER CORD

Attaching Your TV to the Table Stand

Your TV comes without the table stand attached so that you can choose to

mount your TV either to its table stand or to a wall (wall mount sold separately). If

you want to mount your TV to the wall, don’t attach the table stand, and instead,

follow the Mounting Your TV to the Wall instructions on page 13.

Fixed Table Stand Assembly for model L26HD31 and L26HD31S

Connections and Setup Chapter 1 7

Parts List

1 Stand Table

3 Size M4 ST-Screws

Step 2

Remove the stand cap from the TV

cabinet by taking off the size M3 st-

screw with a screwdriver and pulling

out the cap.

Stand cap

Size M3 ST-Screw

Step 1

1. Take the TV bag and place it on a flat table.

2. Take the TV set and place it face down on

the TV bag.

8Chapter 1 Connections and Setup

Step 3

Attach the table stand to the TV cabinet by inserting the stand into the stand

connector support, and aligning the three screw holes, from the bottom,

tightening three M4 st-screws with a screwdriver.

3 size M4 st-screws

Fixed Table Stand Assembly for model L32HD31

Parts List

1 Stand Table

1 Post Support

3 Size M4 ST-Screws

1Size M8 Screw

Stand connector support

Step 1

1. Take the TV bag and place it on a flat table.

2. Take the TV set and place it face down on

the TV bag.

Connections and Setup Chapter 1 9

Step 2

1. Take the stand base, post support and three M4 st-screws screws;

2. Locate the post support on the stand base by aligning the screw holes in the

post support and the stand base.

3. Attach the post support to the stand base with three M4 st-screws, from the

top, with a screwdriver.

Table stand assembly

Step 3

Attach the table stand to the TV cabinet by inserting

the post support into the cabinet and aligning the post

support guide on the slot opening. Post support

guide

Slot opening

Step 4

Secure the table stand to the TV cabinet by tightening

the M8 screw with a philips head #3 screwdriver.

Swivel Table Stand Assembly for model L32HD36 and L40HD36

Parts List

1 Stand Table

4 Size M5 Screws

1 Size M8 Screw

1 Hinge for model L40HD36 1 Hinge for model L32HD36

1 Hinge Cover for model

L40HD36

1 Hinge Cover for model

L32HD36

10 Chapter 1 Connections and Setup

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