Sylvania SRT2113 User manual

FEATURES
SYLVANIA
COLOR TELEVISION
SRT2113 (13 inch)
SRT2119 (19 inch)
•Tinted, Bright Black Matrix Picture Tube
•181 Channel Selection- All VHFiUHF chamlels plus up to 125 cable channels.
•PLL Frequency Synthesized Tuning- The latest PLL frequency synthesized electronic
tuning system provides tree and easy channel selection, and lets you rune directly to any chan-
nel using the chamlel number buttons (0-9 and -100-key) on the remote control.
•On-Screen Function Display.
•Full-Function Remote Control
•Sleep Timer
•Closed Caption Decoder- You may view specially labeled (cc) TV programs, movies, news,
prerecorded tapes, etc. with either a dialogue caption or text display added to the program.
•Auto Shut Off Function- If there is no air signal input from the antenna terminal and no
user operation for 15 minutes, the TV will mm itself off automatically.
•V-CHIP- Enables patents to prevent their children from watching inappropriate material on T¥2
PRECAUTIONS
• Place your TV in a room with adequate ventilation.
• Keep your TV set away from sources of direct heat, such as heat registers or direct sunlight.
• Do not place your TV on soft surt_aces, such as rugs or blankets.
• Leave enough room for air to circulate around the bottom, top and back of the set.
NOTE:You MUST PRESET channels BEFORE using CHAN24EL •or • button. ]
The serial number of this product may be found on the back of the TM No others have the same
serial number as yours. You should record the number and other vital information here and retain
this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft.
Date of Purchase Dealer Phone No.
Dealer Purchase from Model No.
Dealer Address Serial No.
This Owner's Manual is made of recycled papel:

ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS
Before plugging the UHFiVHF Rod
Antenna (Supplied with 13" model only)
into the ANT(elma). IN jack, check that the
pin is not bent. If it is bent, straighten the
pin as illustrated, then plug the pin into the
ANT(enna). IN jack.
Bent pin
(;able Plug
(Needs to be st:aightened)
UHF VHF Rod
Antenna H *Some cable TV systems use scram-
(Supplied with _ bled signals and require a special con-
13" model onty) _ verter to receive these channels.
_/ ,Consult your local cable company.
VHF
Antmma CATV Box *
(Not supplied) or Satellite Box
(Not supplied)
UHF
Antenna "1[../4"
(Not supplied)
_ [_---_ _ l 0 Fmm Cable System
or Satellite Antemm
75-ohm
Coaxial Cable
(Straight pro) II _!_ N_TB _ _ I 75 -otml
" ANT IN
r_'/_, Fxom (?able System
VHFI_HF Colnbine: _ ....................................................................
(Not supplied) ]
VHF I_HF _ ]
ColnbinationAntennaI_ _'_ ]
(Not supplied)
FCC WARNING- This equip-
ment may generate or use radio
frequency energy. Changes or
modifications to this equipment
may cause harmful interference
unless the modifications are
expressly approved in the
instruction manual. The user
could lose the authority to oper-
ate this equipment if an unau-
thorized change or modification
is made.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attemion to _3aticle 820-40 of
the NEC that provides guidelines for proper _-otmding and, in pa*ticulac specifies that the
cable _oimd shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point
of cable entry as practical.
CLOSED CAPTION
This TV can receive C1 and (;2 of Caption and Text.
(1)Characters can be displayed on the TV screen when the received broadcast signal contains
Caption Signals.
(2)Paint-on mode: Displays input characters on the screen immediately.
Pop-on mode: Once characters are stored in memory, they are displayed all at once.
Roll-up mode: Displays the characters continuously by scrolling (max. 4 lines)
Note: If the CAPTION C 1 or (?2 is selected but the caption signal is not included, characters will
not be displayed.
Notes:
(1)When your TV receives a special effects playback signal (i.e., Search, Slow, Still) from a
VCR's video output channel (CH3 or CH4), your TV may not display the correct caption or
text.
(2) Captions and texts may not nratch the TV voice exactly.
(3)Interference nray cause the closed caption system not to function properly.
(4)The caption or text characters will not be displayed while the menu display or functions dis-
play is shown.
(5)If you see this screen :
(1)Displays the text on the screen by scrolling (max. 7 lines)
(2) If the received broadcast signal does not contain caption or text signals, no change will occur. If your TV displays a black box on the screen, this means that your TV is set to TEXT mode. To
clear screen, select CAPTION C1, C2 or CAPTION [OFF].

WARNING:
TOREDUCETHERISKOFFIREORELECTRICSHOCK,DONOTEXPOSETHISAPPLI-
ANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO
USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SER-
VICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSGN2,_EL
The important note is located on the rear of the cabinet.
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT DAN-
GEROUS VOLTAGE CONSTITUTING A
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK IS PRE-
SENT WITHIN THIS UNIT
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT
THERE ARE IMPORTANT OPERATING
AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING
THE APPMANCE
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1 Read instluctions-All the saibty and operating inslaa]c-
tions should be read before the appliance is operated.
2Retain Instructions-The safety and operating instruc-
tions should be retained ibl fimlre reference
3 Heed Walmngs-Al! warnings on the appliance and in
tt_eoperating insmtctions should be adl_ered to
4 Follow Instntctions-All operating and use instructions
should be followed
5Cleaning-Unplug TV from the wall outlet before clean-
ing. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use
a damp cloth for cleaning
EXCEPTION: A product that is meant fol mmltemtpl-
ed selwiee and. that lbr some specifc reason, such as
the possibiliD' of the loss of an amhorization co& for a
CATV converter is not intended to be tmplugged by
the user for cleaning or aW other pUlTJOSemay
exclude the reference to tmplugging the appliance in
the cleaning description othem'ise required in item 5
6 Attaclmlents-Do *lot use ariaclnnents *lotleconmlended
by the TV manulhcmrel as they may cause hazards
7 Water and Moistme-Do not use this TV near water for
example, *lear a bath rob, wash bowl, k[*chen sink or
launchT rob. m a wet basement, or near a swinm-dng
pool, and the like
8 Accessories-Do not place this TV on an unstable cart.
stand, tripod bracket, or table The TV may fall, cans-
[rig serious il!iury to so[neone, and serious damage to
file appliance Use only with a calt, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the manuIhcrmel, or
sold with the T\I
Any momlfng of the appliance should follow the man-
ufi,cmrer's insmtctions and should use a mourning
accessol 7 reconalnended by the poRTABLECARTWARNING
lnamffacmrer An appliance and
cart combination should be moved
with care Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven slul:aces may
cause tile appliance and calT combi-
nation to oveIturn
AMEUBLES- Cet appareil ne dolt SVMBOLEDAWRTIS_EMEmPOU_
6iTeplac_ que SUlnn ineuble (avec _OO_,S_T_
AP PAREIt ET MEOBLE A ROULE_ES
ou sans roulettes) recommand_ par
le Ihbricant Si vous l'installez sin
un meuble a route_es, dhplacez les
deux ensembles avec pr_camion
Un arrSt brusque, l'utilisafon
dune lbrce excessive et des sin-
i_ces irr_guligres risquent de d4stabiliser l'ensemble et
de le lenvelsel.
9'v%nflation-Slots and openings in the cabinet and the
back or bottom are provided for ventilation and to
ensme reliable operafon of the TV and to ploteet it
liom overheating, these openings must [lot be blocked
or covered. The openings should nevel be blocked by
placing tile TV on a bed. sofa, lltg or othel similar sm-
ihce. This TV should nevel be placed [lear ol ovel a
ladiator or heat register This TV should not be placed
in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or lack
unless proper ventilafon is provided ol the manltfac-
mrel's instructions have been adllered to.
10 Power Somces-This TV should be operated only flom
the b'pe of power source indicated on the marking
label If you are *lot sure of the type of power supply to
yore home, consult your appliance dealer or local
power company For TVs intended to operate fore bat-
telT power, or other somees, leler to the operating
instructions
11 G,minding ol Polarization-This TV is equipped with a
polalized altemating-cttrl-ent line plug(a plug having
one blade wider than tile othel). This plug wil! fit into
the power outlet only one way This is a sate b, feature
If you are unable to insert the plug fidly into the outleL
try leversing the plug. If tile plug should still fail to fit
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet
Do *lot defeat the safety propose of the polarized plug.
12 Power-( ord Ploteetion-Powel-supply cords should be
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or
FIGURE A
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ELECTmC
SERVICE
NEC NATIONALEtECTmCALCOOE
S2898A
pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying
particular ariention to cords at plugs convenience
_eceptacles, and the point whete they exit from the
appliance.
13 Outdoor Antemm glom_dmg-If an outside antemm or
cable system is cmmected to the T\q be sine the anten-
na or cable system is grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges and built-up statm
charges Article 810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI;NFPA No. 70 provides inlbnnation with respect
to pIoper grounding of the mast and supporting stmc-
tme gromlding of the lead-in wire to an ammma dis-
charge unit size of grounding conductms, location of
antenna-discharge refit cmmection to grounding elec-
trodes, and _equirements fol the Nounding electlode
(Fig A)
14 Lightning-For added protection Ibr this TV Ieceiver
dining a li_tmng storm or when it is left mmttended
and mmsed for long periods of time, unph_g it fom the
wall outlet and discmmect the antemm oi cable system
This will prevent damage to the TV due to lighming
and power-line surges.
15 Powe_ Lines-An outside antenna system should not be
located in the vicinity of overhead powel lines or othe*
electric light of power circuits, or where it can fall into
such powe_ lines Ol circuits. \x,q_eninstalling an outside
antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep
flom touching such power lines or circuits as contact
with them mi_t be t;dtal.
16 Overloading-Do not overload wall outlets and exten-
sion cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric
shock
17 Object and Liquid Emry-Never push objects of any
kind into this TV tlnough openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or shol_ out pa_ts that could
result in a fre or electlic shock Never spill liquid of
any kind on the T\I
/NEC SECTION 810 21/
18 Servicing-Do not attempt to service this TV yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose yoil to dan-
gerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to
qualified selwice persomM
19 Damage Requiring Service-Unph_g this TV from the
wall outlet and refer sela-icing to qualified service per-
smmel under the following conditions:
a When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or
flayed
b If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into
the TV
c If the TV has been exposed to rain or water
d If Ne TV does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions Adfltst only those controls that
are covered by the operating insmtctions, as m_proper
adfitstment of other controls may result in damage and
will often require extensive work by a qualified teclmi-
clan to restore the TV to its normal operation.
e. IfNe TV has been dropped or damaged in any way
£ When the TV exhibits a distinct change in peribr-
mance-this indicates a need for se_%ce.
20 Replacement Parts-When replacement pal_s are
required, be sure the sel_-ice teclmician uses replace-
ment parts specified by the mamffactmer that have the
same characteristics as the original part Unauthorized
substimfons may result in file. electric shock injury to
persons or otheI hazards
21 Safe b" C heck-Upon completion of aW service or
repairs to this TM ask the secvice technician to pelfom_
routine salb_, checks to determine that the TV [s in
proper operating condition
22 Heat-This TV pro&tct should be situated away fiOln
heal somces such as ladiators, heat registers, stoves or
other pro&tcts (including amplifiers) tlmt produce heat
I This manual covers 13" and 19". The operation of the two models are exactly the same except the appearance. 19" model is illustrated in this manual. I
OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
- FRONT PANEL - - REAR PANEL -
1 2 3 4 6 7 8
- REMOTE CONTROL -
5
1. VIDEO (in) jack- Colmect to the video
output jack of a video camera or VCR.
2. AUDIO (in) jack- Connect to the audio
output iack of a video camera or VCR.
3. EARPHONE jack- To connect earphone
(not supplied) for personal listening.
4. MENU button- Press to display the menu
on the TV screen.
5. VOLUME •/• buttons- Press to control
the volume level.
Press to determine a setting mode from the
metro on the TV screen. (only the VOL •
button)
Press to select or adjust from a particular
menu. (for example: Langtmge Selection,
Channel Presetting, Closed Caption Selection,
Picture Adjustment, V-CHIP Set Up)
6. CHANNEL •/• buttons- Press to select
memorized channel.
NOTE:You MUST PRESET channels
BEFORE using CHANNEL • or • button.
(See CHANNEL PRESETTING)
Press to select a setting mode from the
menu on the TV screen.
Press to select item you want to adjust in
the picture control mode.
7. POWER button- Press to turn the TV ON
and OFF.
8. Infrared Sensor Window- Receives the
infrared control signals from the remote
control unit.
16
9. CHANNEL NUMBER button- Press two
digits to directly access the desired channel.
Remember to press a "0" before a single
digit channel.
+100 button- Press to select cable channels
which ate equal or greater than number
100.
10.M1 TE button- Press the MUTE button to
turn off the sound portion of the TV pro-
gram. (Volume level display turns LIGHT
RED from LIGHT BLUE.) Press the
MUTE button again or press the VOL(ume)
• or • button to restore sound.
11.CHANNEL RETURN button- Press this
button to go back to the previously viewed
channel. For example, pressing the CHAN-
NEL RETURN button once will change
channel display from CH 3 (present chan-
nel) to CH 10 (previously viewed channel),
and pressing it a second time will return
from CH 10 to CH 3.
12.DISPLAY button- Press to display the
channel mnnber on the screen. If you press
it again, the channel number will disappear.
13.SLEEP button- Press the SLEEP button to
display the sleep timer and start the thnc-
tion. The shut off time can be determined
by the tmmber of times you press the but-
ton. (0, 10, 20, 30,..90, 0 minutes)
14.GAME button- Press to set the Game
mode and external input mode at the same
time. Press the GAME button again to exit
this mode.
15.ANT(enna). IN jack- Cotmect to an anten-
na, cable system, or satellite system.
16.AC cord- Com_ect to the standard AC out-
let (120V 60Hz).
NOTE: Remove the AC cord from the
hook to avoid breaking the wire before you
cotmect to a standard AC outlet.
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Slide the batteW compartment cover back on
the remote unit.
Insert 2 "AA" penlight batteries into batte W
compartment in the direction as indicated by
the polarity (÷ /-) markings. Batteries installed
with incorrect polarity may damage the remote
unit.
Replace the cover.

PREPARATION FOR USE
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If you want to change the language of the on-
screen menu, follow the procedure below.
1) Connect the power cord to a standard AC
outlet.
I_|D[_"lOJ_I PlImilitia u[o]_1
2) Press the POWER but-
ton to turn on the TV.
3) Press the MENU but-
ton so that the menu
display appears
on the TV screen. I
4)Press the (H(mmel) • I
or • button to point to
"[ENG ISHr'. . I
5)SelectyN LlSnor
' ESPANOL' = Spanish
by using
• ICTURE
CHANNEL SET
[ENGLISH]ESPA_OL
V-CHIP SET UP
CAPTION [OFF]
PICTURE
CHANNEL SET
• [ENGLISH]ESPANOL
V-CHIP SET UP
CAPTION [OFF]
the VOL(ume) • or • button.
6)Press the MENU button to exit the menu.
NOTE:You MUST PRESET channels
BEFORE using CHAN2qEL • or • button.
To preset a chmmel or to change a preset chan-
nel, follow the procedure below.
1)Press the POWER but-
ton to turn on the TV.
2) Press the MENU but-
ton so that the menu
display appears
on the TV screen.
3)Press the (H(mmel) •
or • button to point to
"CHAN2qEL SET".
Then, press the
VOL(ume) • button.
• PICTURE
CHANNEL SET
[ENGLISH]ESPA_4OL
V-CHIP SET UP
CAPTION [OFF]
PICTURE
• CHANNEL SET
[ENGLISH]ESPA_4OL
V-CHIP SET UP
CAPTION [OFF]
4)Press the CH(mmel) • or • button to point
to "AUTO MEMO". Then, press the
VOL(ume) • button. t"
The tuner scans and / ADD/DELETE
menrorizes all active [_ AUTOMEMO
channels in your area.
• The TV distinguishes
between standard TV
channels and cable (CATV) chalmels.
• When AUTO MEMO action is completed,
the lowest memorized chalmel reappears on
the screen.
• When you press the CH(mmel) • or • but-
ton after selecting AUTO MEMO, the tuner
will stop at the memorized channels only.
• The TV may detect TV channels as (ATV
chmmels if the receiving conditions are poor.
In this case, tW AUTO MEMO action again
when receiving conditions are better.
[ADD/DELETE FI NCTION]
1)Press the MENU button so that the menu
display appears on the TV screen.
2)Press the CH(annel) • or • button to point
to "CHAN2qEL SET".
Then, press the VOL(ume) • button.
3)Press the VOL(ume) • button so that
"ADD DELETE" is selected.
4)Use the CH(annel) • (
or • button to select / PICTURE
/• CHANNEL SET
the chalnlel you wish to ][ENGLISH]ESPANOL
into 1Tlemofy o5" to | V-CHIP SET UP
put |CAPTION [OFF]
erase from memory. L
Note: The display will
return to a normal [
|
screen in about 10 sec- | _,- ADD/DELETE
onds. t[ AUTOMEMO
Perfoml [
"ADD DELETE" thnc- [
tion while this display
appears on the screen.
• Press the VOL(ume) • or • button to light
up the channel number
in LIGHT BLUE if you wish to add the
channel into memory.
• Press the VOL(ume) • or • button to light
up the chalmel number
in LIGHT RED it"you wish to erase the
channel from memory.
5)Press the MENU button to exit the menu.
OPERATIONS
If the power fails or is discomlected while the
TV is powered on, the TV will turn on auto-
matically when the power resumes.
1)Press the POWER button to turn on the TV.
2) Select the desired chmmel with the
CH(mmel) • or • button.
3)Adjust the volume to the desired listening
level using the VOL(ume) • or • button.
4)Adjust picture controls for a natural looking
image. (See "PICTURE ADJUSTMENT".)
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The sleep tinter function enables you to shut
oft"the power without pressing the POWER
button after a desired time period.
1)Press the POWER but- ["
ton to turn on the TV [
and press the SLEEP
button on the remote
control. SLEEP10
2)You may change the
sleep time by pressing the SLEEP
button on the remote control repeatedly. The
timer can be set up to 90 minutes, 10 min-
utes each time the SLEEP button is pushed.
(The timer display counts up and sleep timer
will be displayed on the screen when you
press the SLEEP button on remote control.)
Note: When you disconnect the unit from
the AC outlet, or if you have a power/hilure,
the sleep time will be lost.
To cancel the sleep timer:
Press the SLEEP button repeatedly until
"SLEEP 0" is displayed.
II I A ' IIIL IIIL
You may view specially labeled (cc) TV pro-
grams, movies, news, prerecorded tapes, etc.
with either a dialogue caption or text display
added to the program.
1)Press the MENU button so that the menu
display appears on the TV screen.
2) Press the CH(annel) • or • button to point
to "CAPTION".
3) Press the VOL(ume) • or • button to select
the mode you wish.
4) When done, press the MENU button to exit
the menu.
[41,4_: Press the VOL(mne) • or • button.
PICTURE U PICTURE
CHANNEL SET CHANNEL SET
[ENGLISH]ESPA_OL [ENGLISH]ESPAblOL
V-CHIP SET UP I [ V-CHIP SET UP
I,- CAPTION [ T2] ]I • CAPTION [OFF]
PICTURE
CHANNEL SET
[ENGLISH]ESPA_IOL
V-CHIP SET UP
CAPTION [ 01]
'i
PICTURE _ PICTURE
CHANNEL SET CHANNEL SET
[ENGLISHIESPANOL [ENGLISH]ESPA_IOL
V-CHIP SET UP I I V-CHIP SET UP
CAPTION{ T1] JL'CAPTION[C2]
OPERATIONS (continued)
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1)Press the MENU button so that the menu
display appears on the TV screen.
2) Press the VOL(ume) • button so that "PIC-
TURE" is selected.
3) Select the feature you wish to adjust with
the CH(annel) • or • button and adjust it
with the VOL(ume) • or • button.
GAME MODE
Set to the most suitable position for TV
GAME.
[+] : ON
[-] :OFF
BRIGHT
Adjust until the whitest parts of the picture are
as bright as you prefer.
[+] : increase brightness
[-] : decrease brightness
CONTRAST
Adjust to increase or decrease contrast.
[+] : increase contrast
[-] : decrease contrast
COLOR
Adjust to be brilliant or pale color.
[+] : be brilliant color
[-] : be pale color
TINT
Adjust to obtain natural skin tones.
[+] : greenish tone
[-] : reddish tone
SHARPNESS
Adjust the sharpness.
[+] : soft
[-] : normal
Notes:
• In the above steps, the picture adjustment
display will disappear from the TV screen
automatically after about 10 seconds if you
do not press any buttons, even though you
may not be finished. Press the MENU and
VOL(ume) • button so that "PICTURE" is
selected. Then, press the CH(annel) • or •
button repeatedly until the display returns to
the screen.
• If you adjust the other Picture control after
you set the Game mode to [ON], the Game
mode is set to [OFF] automatically.
V-CHIP enables parents to prevent their chil-
dren from watching inappropriate material on
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V-CHIP reads the ratings for programming
(except for news and sports programs, unedited
movies on premium cable channels, and
Emergency Broadcast System signals), then
denies access to programming if the program's
rating meets the limitations you select. In this
case, "PROTECTED PROGRAM by ..." mes-
sage appears on the TV screen. You can watch
the protected program by entering access code
(d@ault 0000).
To block certain ratings, follow the steps
below.
• Programming may be rated by the Motion
Picture Association of America (MPAA) or
according to the Television Parental
Guidelines. In order to block any inappropri-
ate progranmring, set your limits in both
places (MPAA RATING and TV RATING).
• You cannot access the menu when the
"PROTECTED PROGRAM by ..." message
appears. In this case, change to the
unblocked channel, then press the MENU
button.
[MPAA RATING SET UP]
access code, you should use 0000.
4)Press the CH(annel) • or • button to point
to "MPAA RATING". (
Then, press the [ PG {VIEW]
VOL(ume) • button. PG-13 [VIEW]
R {VIEW]
5)Press the CH(annel) • ac17 {VIEW]
or • button to point to , x {VIEW]
your desired item.
Then, press the VOL(ume) • button to
select [BLOCK] or {VIEW].
• NC-17:
"X:
<Selection> <Rating Category
Explanations>
• G: General Audience
• PG: Parental Guidance suggested.
• PG- 13: Unsuitable for children trader 13
• R: Resnicted: undei 17 *equires
accolnpanymg
parent or a&dt guardian
No one trader 17 admitted
Mature audience only
[USING THE GAME BI-TTON]
You may also set the Game mode and external
input mode at the same time by pressing the
GAME button on the remote control. "GAME"
appears on the TV screen.
• To exit the Game mode and external input
mode, press the GAME button on the remote
contt'ol again.
• To cancel the Game mode only, adjust the
picture coutrol. In this case, "VIDEO" instead
of "GAME" appears on the TV screen.
• If you press the GAME button when the TV
is oft; the TV turns on and will be in the
Game mode and external input mode auto-
matically.
[ _ :Press the CH(annel) • or • button. I
I f
['] SHAPNESS [+1_ ['] GAME MODE [+]
NORMAL SOFT t [ OFF ON
• When you select the rating category and turn
it [BLOCK], the higher rating will turn
[BLOCK] automatically. Also, the lower rat-
ing will turn {VIEW] automatically.
• When you turn "G" to [BLOCK] or {VIEW],
the all ratings will turn to [BLOCK] or
{VIEW] automatically.
• When you turn "X" to {VIEW], then all rat-
ings x_ill turn to {VIEW] automatically.
6)Press the MENU button to exit the menu.
[-1 TINT [+1
i
[-] BRIGHT 1+](
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[-) COLOR CONTRAST [+]
1)Press the MENU but-
ton so that the nrenu
display appears on the
TV screen.
2)Press the CH(annel) •
or • button to point to
"V-CHIP SET UP".
Then, press the
VOL(ume) • button.
3)Use the nunrber but-
tons to enter 4-digit
access code. The
deihult access code is
0000. If you have not
set up your personal
PICTURE 1
CHANNEL SET
[ENGLISH] ESPANOL
V CHIP SET UP
CAPTION [OFF]
ACCESSCODE
CZZZZ_
TV RATING
MPAA RATING
CHANGECODE
[TV RATING SET UP]
1)Press the MENU but-
ton so that the menu
display appears on the
TV screen.
2) Press the CH(annel) •
or • button to point to
"V-CHIP SET UP".
Then, press the
VOL(unre) • button.
3) Use the nunrber but-
tons to enter 4-digit
access code. The
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CHANNEL SET
{ENGLISH] ESPANOL
V-CHIP SET UP
CAPTION {OFF]
ACCESSCODE
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default access code is 0000. If you have not

OPERATIONS (Continued)
set up vour personal (-
accesscode, you [* MVA_A_NG
should use 0000. [CHANGECODE
4)Press the (H(a:mel) • [
or • button to point to k
"TV RATING".
Then, press the /_ TV-Y
VOL(ume) • button. [_v:_z(
5)Press the CH(am:el) • |TV-PG(
or •button to point to L Tvv14A((
your desired itmn.
Then, press the VOL(ume) • button to
select [BLOCK] or |VIEW 1.
i'l[| I I I'_.II[| _%_ If[O}I} H
|VIEW]
|VIEW]
|VIEW]
|VIEW]
|VIEW]
|VIEW]
<Selection> <Rating Category
Explanations>
• TV-Y: Appropriate for all children
• TV-Y7: Appropriate tbr children seven and
older
• TV-G: General Audience
• Tx.:PG: Parental Guidance suggested.
• TV- 14: Unsuitable for children under 14
• TV-MA: Maalre audience only
• When you select the rating categoW and turn
it [BLOCK], the higher rating will turn
[BLOCK] automatically. Also, the lower rat-
ing will turn |VIEW] automatically.
• When you tuna "TV-Y" to [BLOCK] or
|VIEW], then all ratings will turn to
[BLOCK] or |VIEW] automatically.
• When you turn "TV-MA" to |VIEW], then
all ratings will turn to |VIEW] automatical-
1>
Y71"Whenyou select [TV-I: J1
Press the CH(annel) • TV-Y7 [BLOCK]
or • button to select I_FV [BLOCK]|
"FV" (Fantasy
Violence). Then, press
the VOL(ume) • button to select [BLOCK]
or |VIEW].
When you select [TV-
MA]PGI':[TV-14]or [TV- 1[ TWPG [BLOCK]I
Press the CH(annel) •[II_D |BLOCK]/
L [BLOCK]I
or• buttontoselect s [BLOCKll
"D" (Suggestive v|BLOCK]J
Dialog), "L"(Coarse
Language), "S"(Sexual
Situation), or "V" [Ib-TV-Y [VIEWIl
/ TV-Y7 ( )|VIEW] l
(Violence). Then, press [TV-G [BLOCKI|
the VOL(ume) •but- | TV@G(DLSV)[BLOCK]|
ton to select [BLOCK] | TVq4 (DLSV)[BLOCKI|
or |VIEW]. [TV-MA( LSV)[BLOCKu
Note: When you select [TV-MA], "D" does
not appear on the TV screen.
• The sub-ratings which set to [BLOCK]
appear next to the rating categol T in the TV
RATING menu.
6)Press the MENU button to exit the menu.
To change the access code. follow these steps.
1)Press the MENU but-
ton, then press the
CH(annel) • or •
button to select V-
(THIP SET UP. Press
the VOL(ume) • but-
ton to continue.
--.-numb-b-i1
tons to enter your old ACCESSCODE
access code. If you
have never set up your
personal access code,
use 0000.
3) Press the CH(annel) • (TV RATING
or • button to select L_ MPAARATING
CHANGE CODE. CHANGECODE
Then, press the
VOL(ume) • button
to continue.
4) Use the number buttons
o--youd'"I--o-1
access code in the
NEW CODE space. CONFIRMCODE
Then, enter the same
code in the CONFIRM
(?ODE space. Your new access code is set.
You will return to the "V-CHIP SET UP".
PICTURE ]
CHANNEL SET
[ENGLISH] ESPAi_IOL
I_ V CHIP SET UP
CAPTION [OFF]
NOTES:
•If a power failure occurs, the default code,
0000, will be the active access code again.
•If you connect the power cord to an At- out-
let that is controlled by a wall switch, your
personal access code will be erased evel T
time you turn off the power at the wall
switch. The del_ault code will be the active
code again.
|IF YOU FORGET YOI-R ACCESS CODE]
You should restore the access code to d@ault
code, 0000. To restore 0000 as your personal
access code, unplug the TV's power cord for
10 seconds, then plug it in again.
When you select TV-Y7, TV-PG, TV-14, or
TV-MA and you press the VOL(ume) • but-
ton, the sub-ratings will appear on the TV
screen.
If you select the rating categol T (example: TV-
PG) and turn it |BLOCK 1 or |VIEW], the sub-
ratings (example: V for Violence) will turn
[BLOCK] or |VIEW] automatically.
You can set the sub-ratings to [BLOCK] or
|VIEW 1 individually when the rating catego V
is set to [BLOCK]. To set the sub-ratings indi-
vidually, follow the steps below.
If the code in the CONFIRM CODE space
does not match the code in the NEW (7ODE
space, repeat step 4, making sure you enter the
same new code exactly in the CONFIRM
CODE space.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Sometimes a perlbrmance problem can be easily solved by checking seemingly apparent but often over-
looked possibilities. Before arranging for service, check these items. It could save you time and money. tO.IfI1121_III[IIII_I12112[I]
QUICK SERVICE CHECK LIST
POSSIBLE REMEDY
TD, anewcham_ekifOK, thenpossibtestationnouble XXXXXXX XXXX
Is TV plugged in? X X
Powm a_ outlet?
IsTV's POWER button on? X
Is antenna connected to terminal on the back of the set? X X X X X X
Ifoutsideantemmisbein_used, checkfo_blokenwne X X X X X X X X X X X
Check follocalint_lfelence XXXXXXX
Turn off with POWER button and then tmn it on after about a minute X
A(!iust COLOR control X
A(tiust CONTRAST &BRIGHT control X X
Check batteries in Remote Control X
Closed Caption Problem Possible Remedy
My TV is showing captions that are You are watching a live broadcast and spelling errors made by the
misspelled, closed captioning production company may pass through (mcorrect-
ed. A prerecorded program will not show any misspelled words
because of the normal time available for editing the captions.
My TV will not show the text in its entirety Captions that are delayed a few seconds behind the acaml dialogue
or there is a delay of what is being said. are common for live broadcasts. Most captioning production compa-
nies can display a dialogue to a maxmmm of220 words per minute.
If a dialogue exceeds that rate, selective editing is used to insure that
the captions remain up-to-date with the cmTentTV screen dialogue.
My captions are scrambled with white Interference caused by building, power lines, thunderstorms, etc.
boxes on the TV screen, may cause scrambled or incomplete captions to appear.
My program guide listed a TV show as Broadcasters may at times use a time compression process to the
being closed captioned acaml program so that additional advertising time can be given.
but none of the captions were displayed. Since the decoder cmmot read the compressed information, captions
will be lost.
My prerecorded videotape does not show The videotape was either an illegal copying or the tape duplicating
any captions. The tape box mentions it company accidentally left out the captioning signals during the
being closed captioned, copying process.
My TV screen shows a black box on certain You are in the TEXT mode. Select CAPTION mode or CAPTION
channels. [OFF].
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As an ENERGY STAR" Partner, our company has determined that this product meets
the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. ENERGY STAR ® is a U.S. registered mark.
MAINTENANCE SUPPLIED
ACCESSORIES
• Wipe the front panel and other exterior sur-
*:aces of the TV with a soft cloth immersed
in lukewarm water and wnmg dry.
• Never use a solvent or alcohol. Do not spray
insecticide liquid near the TV. Such chemi-
cals may cause damage and discoloration to
the exposed surfaces.
Wipe the picture tube of the TV with a soft
cloth. Before cleaning the picture tube, discon-
nect the power cord.
Remote control unit
(N0138UDORN0139UD) / /
Batteries ("AA" x 2) @
Rod Antenna
[13" model only]
(0EMN00673 or
0EMN01599)
Owner's Manual
SPECIFICATIONS
Television system: NTSC-M
Closed Caption
System:
Channel coverage
VHF:
UHF:
CATV:
Tuning System
Channel access:
TV Standard
§ 15.119iFCC
2--13
14 --69
2---13,A-- W,
W+I --W+84,
A-5 --A-l, 5A
181 channel
frequency synthesized
tuning system
Direct access keyboard,
programmable
scan and up/down
Terminals
Antelma input: VHFiUHFiCATV
75 olm_ unbalanced
(F-type)
Video input: RCA connector x 1
Audio input: RCA connector x 1
Earphone: 1/8" monaural (3.5mm)
II' .' ' -i-.' II,
Sound output: 1W, 8 ohm
Relnote control: Digital encoded
infrared light system
Operating
temperature: 5%7 to 40°C
(41°F- 104°F)
Power requirements: AC120V; 60Hz
[13" model ]
Power consumption
(Maxinmm):
Picture tube:
Dimensions:
Weight:
[ 19" model ]
Power consumption
(Maxinmm):
Picture tube:
Dimensions:
Weight:
53W
13"
H : 12-3/4"(323mm)
W: 14-1/8"(358mm)
D : 13-15i16"(355mna)
19.0 Ibs. (8.5kg)
72W
19"
H : 16-3/4"(428mm)
W: 18-3/4"(475mm)
D : 18" (454mm)
37.5 Ibs. (17kg)
•Designs and specifications are subject to
change without notice and without our
legal obligation.
•If there is a discrepancy between languages,
the default language will be English.