Manual RCA LED42C45RQ LED Television

Manual

LED LCD TV

User's Manual

English

Part No.: RN0342R0121

MADE FOR TODAY

LED42C45RQ

MODEL

Date of Purchase

Please register your product at

www.rca.com

Please keep your sales receipt and keep the record of the serial number

and the date of purchase in order to receive warranty parts and service.

The serial number is located at the back of the TV.

Serial Number

Congratulations on your purchase! As you enjoy your new product,

please keep these safety tips in mind :

The Issue

The home theater entertainment experience is a

growing trend and larger flat panel displays and

popular purchases.

However, flat panel displays are not always supported

on the proper stands of installed according to the

manufacturer’s recommendations.

Flat panel displays that are inappropriately situated

on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, speakers,

chests or cats may fall over and cause injury.

1 2 2 3

Wall Mounting :

IF YOU DICIDE TO WALL MOUNT YOUR FLAT PANEL DISPLAY, ALWAYS :

- Use a mount that has been recommended by the display manufacturer and/or listed by an independent

laboratory (such as UL,CSA,ETL).

- Follow all instructions supplied by the display and wall mount manufacturers.

- If you have any doubts about your ability to safely install your flat panel display, contact your retailer about

professional installation.

- Make sure that the wall where you are mounting the display is appropriate. Some block construction. If you are

unsure, contact a professional installer.

- A minimum of two people are required for installation. Flat panel displays can be heavy.

This Manufacturer Cares!

The consumer electronics industry is committed to

making home entertainment enjoyable and safe.

Tune Into Safety

- One size does NOT fit all. follow the manufacturer's

recommendation for the safe installation and use of

your flat panel display.

- Carefully read and understand all enclosed

instructions for proper use of this product.

- Don't allow children to climb on or play with

furniture and television sets.

- Don't place flat panel displays on furniture that can

easily be used as steps, such as a chest of drawers.

- Remember that children can become excited while

watching a program, especially on a "larger than life" flat

panel display. Care should be taken to place or install

the display where it cannot be pushed, pulled over, or

knocked down.

- Care should be taken to route all cords and cables

connected to the p

anel display so that they cannot be

pulled or grabbed by curious children.

Caution and Warning

!

CHILD

SAFETY

It makes A Difference How and Where

You Use Your Flat Panel Display

Child Safety Guide

CONTENTS

07

07

Channel Bar

08

Adjusting Volume

08

EPG (Electronic Program Guide)

08

Selecting Input Source

07

OSD Menu Operations

08

Turning On and Off

Choosing TV Channel

Basic Operations

Child Safety Guide

02

Caution and Warning

02

Safety Precautions

04

Cable Connections

05

Side Panel Connections

05

Connecting AV Composite video device

05

TV Signal Connection

05

Connecting YPbPr Component device

06

Keypad and Front Panel

07

Connecting HDMI device

06

Keypad Buttons

07

How to obtain various kinds of Input Sources

06

Front Panel

07

TV Jacks Explanation

06

Check Accessories

05

Setup TV Table Stand

05

Select TV Location

05

Preparation for Your New TV

05

Connection and Using

05

07

¡Muchas gracias por su uso del presente producto!

Cuando usted disfruta de su nuevo producto, por favor tenga

en cuenta los consejos de seguridad:

Posibles Problemeas

- La experiencia de entretenimiento de cine en casa

es una tendencia creciente y los grandes monitores

de pantalla plana son muy populares.

embargo, los monitores de pantalla plana no se

han instalado siempre en los soportes adecuados o

instalado de acuerdo con las recomendaciones de

fabricante.

- Los monitores de pantalla plana que se han

instalado inadecuadament en tocadores, estanterías,

estantes, escritorios, oradores, baúle s o carros se

pueden caer y causar el daño corporal.

Montaje de Pared:

SI USTED DECIDE A MONTAR SU MONITOR DE PANTALLA PLANA LA PARED, SIEMPRE

- Use una montura que se ha recomendadop or el fabricante de monitor y/o listado por un laboratorio

independiente(como U L, CSA, ETL).

- Siga todas las instrucciones ofrecidas por eI fabricante de monitor y montaje de pared.

- Si usted tiene cualquier duda sobre su habilidad para instalar seguramente su monitor de pantalla plana,

contacte a su distribuidor para la instalación profesional.

- Compruebe que la

pared adonde se está montando el monitor es adecuada. Algunos montajes de la pared

no son diseñados para ser montados a paredes con tachones de acero o la vieja construcción de bloque de

ceniza. Si usted está inseguro, contacte a un instalador profesional.

- Por lo menos dos personas se requieren para la instalación. Los monitores de pantalla plana puede ser pesados.

¡Al Fabricante le Importa

- La industria electrónica del consumidor está

comprometida a hacer el entretenimiento de casa

agradable y seguro.

Ajustar Hasta Seguridad

- Un tamaño fijo NO es adecuado para todos. siga las

recomendaciones de fabricante para la instalación segura y

el uso de su monitor de pantalla plana

- Lea con cuidado y entienda todas las instrucciones

adjuntas para el uso propio de este producto.

- No permita a los niños a subir al equipo o jugar con

muebles y televisiones.

- No cloque los monitores de pantalla plana en el mueble

quese puede usar fácilmente como escalón, así como una

cómoda.

- Recuerde que los niños pueden llegar a ser excitados al ver

una programación, especialmente en el monitor de pantalla

plana "más grande que vida". El cuidado se tiene que

empezar por poner o instalar el moniotr donde no se puede

empujar, detener al castado del camino ni echar abajo.

-

El cuidado se tiene que empezar por encaminar todos

los cordones y cables conectados al monitor de pantalla

plana para que no se puedan tirar o agarrar conectados

al monitor de pantalla plana para que no se pueden tirar o

agarrar por los niños curiosos.

!

SEGURIDAD

DE NIÑOS:

El Cómo y Doónde Usted usar Su

Monitor de Panntalla Plana

Marca La Diferrencia

FCC Notice

Guía de seguridad para niños

Fcc Information

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the

limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC

rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against

harmful interference in a residential installation.

This eq uip ment ge nerat es, uses and can radiate rad io

frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance

with the instructions, may ca use harmful interference to radio

Communications.

However, there is no Guarantee that interference will not occur in a

particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful inte

rference to radio or

television reception, which can be determined by turning the

equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from

that

to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for

help.

Device complies with FDA radiation performance standards, 21

CFR subchapter.

Caution: (Invisible) Laser Radiation when open.

Do not stare into beam.

Choose Your Connections

TV LED42C45RQ supports various connections to other devices

(such as DVD, VCR, Set-top box, etc.). Please f

ollow the table to

choose the cables which adapt to your device.

Note: HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia

Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI

Licensing LLC

Caution: Unplug the AC cord when you connect other devices to

TV.

Connecting AV Composite device

(Good Video Quality)

Composite connector will be shared with Component Y connector.

To connect a composite AV device, such as a DVD player, follow

these steps:

1.Connect the COMPOSITE jack on the side of TV to the video

output jacks of device via video cable (yellow).

2.Connect the L-AUDIO-R jacks on the side of TV to the audio

output jacks of device via audio cable.

Notice the left channel jack and plugs are white and the right

channel jack and plugs are red.

Note: AV signal belongs to composite video. This kind of video

signal has regular good display quality.

Composite Video Connection

The picture below is an example of a connection using the

composite video jack.

The first step in connecting your TV is obtaining the signal. Your

TV LED42C45RQ has a back panel, which allows you to receive

analog and/or digital television channels via ANT/CABLE jack.

Before connecting your TV, determine using an antenna or a cable

service to obtain the signal.

A. Antenna

Connect the antenna to TV via coaxial cable on ANT/CABLE jack

of the back panel. You are ready to receive air local digital

and

analog channels.

B. Cable TV service

Connect the cable TV wall jack to TV via coaxial cable on

ANT/CABLE jack of the back panel. You are ready to receive off-air

local digital and analog channels.

C. Set-Top Box

If you use a set-top box, you may need to call your cable company

or satellite service provider, which use a special connection, please

refer to the user’s guide of set-top box.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water. For example, do not use

near a laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool,

and the

like.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with

the manufacturer’s instructions. Slots and openings in the cabinet

back or bottom are provided for ventilation, to ensure reliable

operation of the TV and to protect it from overheating. These

openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should

never be blocked by placing the TV on a bed, sofa, rug, or other

similar surface.

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 into 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

they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

manufacturer.

12. Use only wi

th 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.

A TV and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick

stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the TV and

cart combination to overturn.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused

for long periods of time.

For added protection for this TV receiver during a lightning storm,

or when it is left unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the

wall outl

et and disconnect antenna or cable system.

This will prevent damage to the TV due to lightning and power line

surges.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is

required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such

as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled

or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been

exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has

been dropped.

15. This TV should be operated only from the type of power supply

indicated on the rating label.

If customer is not sure the type of power supply in your home,

consult your appliance dealer or local power company.

For TV

remote control battery power, refer to the operating instructions.

16. The TV set shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. No

objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the TV set.

HEAD PHONE:

Connect a 3.5mm headphone for personal audio.

USB:

Connect your USB storage device to enjoy music/photo files

on your TV. (Also used for service purpose).

COMPONENT Y/Pb/Pr: Connect a device that has component

video jacks, such as a DVD player. To access device connected

to the Y/Pb/Pr jack, press the INPUT button on your remote; then

press the up/down arrow to select Component. Press the OK

button at last to confirm.

Y

/Pb/Pr (Component Video):

They provide good picture quality

because the video signal is separated into three components. Use

three video-grade or component video cables for the connection.

When using Y/Pb/Pr, make sure you connect left and right audio

cables to the AUDIO IN R/L jacks.

L-AUDIO-R, COMPOSITE:

Connect an AV device that has

composite video jacks, such as a VCR or a DVD player. To access

device connected to these jacks, press the INPUT button on your

remote; then press the up/down arrow to select AV. Press the

OK button at last to confirm.

AUDIO IN L:

Left audio channel connection. The left audio

connector is usually white. For mono audio sources, be sure to

use the left AUDIO INPUT.

AUDIO IN R:

Right audio channel connection. The right audio

connector is usually red.

ANT/CABLE: Connect to r

eceive the signal from your antenna or

cable via coaxial cable.

Digital Audio out: Connect a coaxial cable for digital audio

output.

Connecting HDMI device

(Best Video Quality)

To connect a HDMI device, such as a DVD player, please Connect

the HDMI1/DVI/MHL, 2/ARC jack on the side of TV to the output

jacks of device via HDMI cable.

To connect a DVI device, via DVI port of PC or Device and HDMI

jack of TV:

Front Panel

Power/Standby Indicator: Light up in red when the TV is in

standby mode. Light out when the TV is on.

Remote Control Sensor:

Remote control IR sensor, which

receives infrared ray sent by remote control.

Codes for Cox Communications: 0178

Codes for Comcast: 10178

Codes for Dish Network: 627

Codes for Fios Verizon:

0205, 0057, 0493, 0775

Keypad Buttons

If you cannot locate your remote, you can use the keypad buttons

on your TV to operate many TV features.

Connecting YPbPr Component device

(Better Video Quality)

To connect a component device, such as a DVD player, follow

these steps:

1.Connect the COMPONENT IN Y/Pb/Pr jack on the side of TV to

the video output jacks of device via video cable (green, blue and

red).

2.Connect the L-AUDIO-R jacks on the side of TV to the audio

output jacks of device via audio cable.

Notice the left channel jack and plugs are white and the right

channel jack and plugs are red.

Note: Y/Pb/Pr jacks are component video. This kind of video s

ignal

has better display quality.

Component Video Connection

The picture below is an example of a connection using the component

video jack.

17. Never push objects of any kind into this TV through openings

as they may touch dangerous voltage or other electrical parts that

could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind into

the TV.

18. Unplug the TV from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use

liquid or aero cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

19. This TV should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat

resource. This TV should

not be placed in a built-in installation such

as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the

manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.

20. Do not place this TV on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket,

or table. The TV may fall, causing serious injury to someone, and

serious damage to the appliance.

21. Do not attempt to service this TV by yourself because opening

or removing covers may expose you to dangerous high voltage or

other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

22. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation

is subject to the following

two conditions: (1) this device may

not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept

any interference received, including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

23. WARNING: To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely

attached to the floor/wall in accordance with the installation

instructions.

24. To reduce the risk of electric shock, the grounding of center pin

of plug must be maintained.

25. If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the TV,

be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to provide some

protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.

Section 81

0 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA NO.70,

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 electrodes. (See figure A)

54

5 6

6 7

Safety Strap

Caution: Pushing, pulling or climbing on the TV may cause the TV

falling. Do not let children climb or hang on the TV. Always place the

TV on a sturdy, level, stable surface that can hold the weight of TV.

And if possible, secure the TV according to the instruction below

(Note: The fastening components such as screws are not supplied

with TV).

Step one: Insert the M6 mounting screws into the upper two wall

mounting screw holes and fasten them (Figure B).

Step two: Insert anchors to wall and connect the bolts and anchors

with ropes or chains (Figure C).

Before Turning On TV

Check Accessories

Check the accessories that are packed with your TV.

(refer to Quick Start Guide)

Setup TV Table Stand

Please refer to Quick Start Guide to carry out stand installing.

Select TV Location

Select a flat, stable table to place your TV set. Please follow the

safety instructions when placing the TV.

Connection and Using

After placing your TV properly, you can connect the TV with power

supply and cable components. For further information, see page 5

to page 6.

1. Connect the HDMI1/DVI/MHL jack on the side of TV to the DVI

port of PC via HDMI-DVI cable.

2. Connect the L-AUDIO-R jack on the side of TV to the audio

output jack of computer with audio cable (dual-channel RCA jacks

to 3.5mm

stereo jack or the L-AUDIO-R jack).

Note: 1. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a compact

audio/video interface for transmitting uncompressed digital data. It

carries the audio and video signal via the same cable and has the

best display quality.

2. HDMI-DVI cable transfers only video signal from DVI port of

DVI device to HDMI jack of TV. For audio signal, please connect

audio output to L-AUDIO-R jack on TV back panel.

HDMI Connection

The picture below is an example of a connection using the HDMI

video jack.

Turning On and Off

Connect the AC cord to power the LED LCD TV. At this time the

TV will

enter standby mode and power indicator will turn red. Use

Power button ( ) on the top panel of TV or on the remote control

to turn on the TV. After switching off the TV for 5 seconds, you can

turn on TV again.

Choosing TV Channel

Tuning To Analog Channels

an analog channel has a channel number beginning with “A”.

Input the digital number with numeric buttons directly and press

OK button to confirm. For example, to watch analog channel “A51”,

press “5”, “1”, “OK” on remote control in sequence.

Note: Although there is no analog TV signal available in America,

we reserve ATV functions for some expansible use.

Tuning To Digital Channels

Selecting Input Source

Press IN PUT but ton on rem ote

cont

rol to display Source Select list.

Use up/down arrows to highlight the

source you need and press OK to

confirm.

About remote control

working distance and

angle, see the

start guide.

quick

Keypad and Front Panel

TV Jacks Explanation

Side Panel Connections

Cable Connections

Preparation for Your New TV

TV Signal Connection

Safety Precautions

Basic Operations

How to Obtain Various Kinds of Input Sources

After connection is done, press INPUT button on remote control

or TV top panel to choose the input source you need. See page 7,

Basic Operation of TV.

Displays the Source Select List.

Displays the TV Main Menu.

Scans up through the channel list.

In the TV menu system, it acts like the up arrow on the

remote control and can be used to select menu options.

Scans down through the channel list. In the TV menu

system, it acts like the down arrow on the remote

control and can be used to select menu options.

Increases the volume. In the TV menu system, it acts

like the right arrow on the remote control and can be

used to select menu options.

Decreases the volume. In the TV menu system, it acts

like the left arrow on the

remote control and can be used

to select menu options.

Turns the TV on and off.

Note: Do not plug the AC cord until you have accomplished all the

connections. This TV does not support QAM under cable channel

search.

To connect an ARC HDMI OUT device, please connect to the HDMI

input port of the device such as amplifier,

HDMI IN

HDMI1/DVI, 2: (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) It provides an

uncompressed digital connection that carries both video and audio

data by way of an integrated mini-plug cable.

MHL: (Mobile High-Definition Link) To standard HDMI input, transmit

the video/audio from portable electronic device (cellphone,digital

camera, digital-video camera) to TV set.

ARC: (Audio Return Channel)

Adopted in TV output of digital audio, can

be connected to the device supporting ARC, transmit the TV sound to the

device.

USB

Move

Select

OK

Remote Control Sensor

Power/Standby Indicator

6

6

08

08

11

13

09

08

12

14

09

08

14

10

10

Picture Menu

Adjust the OSD Screen

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Audio Menu

Quick Menu

Troubleshooting

Time Menu

Channel Menu

Setup Menu

Lock Menu

Warranty Card

Wall Mounting Unit Specification

USB Media Play

Product Specification

13

A digital channel has a channel number beginning with “D”. Input

the main digital number with numeric buttons directly, then press

“-” button on remote control, and input the sub number at last.

For example, to watch analog channel “D31-1”, press “3”, “1”, “-”,

“1”, “OK” on remote control in sequence.

Changing Channels Directly You can use CH button to increase

channel number and CH to decrease channel number.

When no OSD (On Screen Display) is used, the up/down arrows

can also work as CH /CH buttons.

Rating

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