Sylvania SRT4127FA User manual

FEATURES
SYLVANIA
27 INCH
COLOR TELEVISION
SRT4127FA
• Flat Screen Tube and Comb Filter
•MTS/SAP Tuner
•Stable Sound- allows youto stabtlizes the TV volume.
•181 Channel Selection- All VHFAJHF channelsplusupto 125 cable channels.
• PLL Frequency Synthesized Tuning- The latestPLL frequencysynthesizedelectronic tun-
ing systemprovidesfree andeasychannelselection,andletsyoutune directly toanychannel
using the channel 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 adialogue caption or text display added to the program.
• Auto Shut Off Function- If there isno airsignalinput from the antennaterminal and no
user operation for 15 minutes, the TV will turn itself off automatically.
•V-CHIP- Enables parents to prevent their children from watching inappropriate material on TV.
•S-VIDEO Input- allows you to get better picture detail and clarity for the playback of S-VHS
VCR tapes or Video Discs.
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 surfaces, such as rugs or blankets.
• Leave enough room for air to circulate around the bottom, top and back of the set.
The serial number of this product may be found on the back of the TV. 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 Purchase from
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No.
This Owner's Manual is made of recycled paper.

WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLI-
ANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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 PERSONNEL.
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 APPLIANCE.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
RGUREA
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDINGAS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICALCOOE
1. Read instmedons-An die safety and operating instruc-
tions should be read before the appliance is operaled.
2. Retain lnstructions-Tbe safety and operating instruc-
tions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings-All warnings on die appliance and in
die operating instructions should be adhered Io.
4. Follow Instraedons-Al] operating and use instructions
should be followed.
5. Cfeaning-Unplug TV from die wall outlet before oie_a_
ing. Do not use liquid cleaners or aemso] cleaners. Use
a tiarnpcfeth for oieaning.
EXCEPTION: A product thai is meant for uninterrupt-
ed seJwice and. that fur some specific mason, such as
the possibility of die loss of an authorization code fur a
CATV converter, is not intended to be unplugged by
die user for cleaning or any other purpose, may
exclude die reference to unplugging the applianee in
the cleandig description otherwise required in item 5.
6. Altachmen[s-Do not use attachments not recommended
by the TV manafaclurer as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisturedho not use this TV near water, for
example, near a bath tub. wash bowl. kitchen sink. or
laundi_ tub_ in a we[ basement. Ornear _ swimming
pool and die lihe.
8, Aceessories-Do not pince diis TV oa an tlastable cart_
stand, tripod, brackel, or table. The TV may fall, caus-
ing serious inj uPj to someone. _tnd SefinllS dztmage to
the appliance. Use only with a can. stand, tripod,
brackel, or table rcx:ommended by the manufactureL or
sold widi die "IV.
Any mounting of die apptiaace should follow die man-
ofacttq'er*s instructions anti should
USe a il_ounting a_;¢_ssogy reA:onl- PORTABLEACARTW_l_i
mended by the manufacturer. An A
appliance and cart combination
should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and o/_ven
sudaces may cause die appliance
aial C&_[ combinaling; to oYel_uI n_
AMEUBLES- Cet apparoil ne doit _tr_ plac_ que sur un
meuble (avec ou sans rouleues) recommand6 par fe
fabricant. Si vous l'inslallez sur
un raeub]e _troalerles, d_pincez ._s co._o_._s_A_r'sa__
fes deux ensembles ave€ pr_:au*
tion. Un art_t fitu_que, I'utilisedon
d'ttne force excessive e[ des sur-
faces _r_goii_res risquent de
ti_staditiser l'ensemble et de le
fgl_verser.
9. Ventilabon-Sints and openings in die cabinet and the
bach or bottom are provided for venison and to
ensure mlinbfe operation of the TV and to protect it
from overheating, these openings must not be bloCkod
or covered. The openings should never be blocked by
placing die "IV on a bed, sofa, rug. or other similar sur-
face. This 'IV should never be placed near or over a
redlator or heat ragiste_ This TV should not be placed
in a hnlh-in inslallatinn such as a bookcase or rack
unfess proper vend fatinrt is provided or the manufac-
tuier's instructions have been adhered to.
10. Power Souses-This TV should be operated only from
the type of power sours: indloated on die marking
label. If you are not sur_ of the lype of power supply to
your home. consuh your appliance dealer or local
power company. For TVs intended to operate from bat-
t_ry power, or other sourees, refer Io the operating
instl'fletiorts.
l 1. Grounding or Poinrization-This TV is equipped with a
poisrlzed atiemating_ur_nt line plug(a plug having
one blade wider dian the other). This plug will fit into
the power outlet only one way. This is asafety feature,
If you axe unable to ins_X the plug fully into die o_ifiet,
try reversing the plug. If die ping sbeuid still fail to fit,
corttactyour eleefitalan to rgpince your obsoiete outlet.
Do not dafea_ the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
12. Power-Coifi protection-Power-supply co_s should be
routed so thai they are not likely to be walked oa or
pinched by items placed upon or against them. paying
particular attention to cords at plugs, ¢onv¢oi_nce
receptacles, and the point where diey exit from die
appliance.
[3. Outdoor Antenna groueding-lf _n outside antenna or
cable system is connected _the "IV.be sure the anten-
na or c_bfe system is grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges and boilt-up static
charges.Article 810 of the National Electrical Code.
ANS I/NFPA No. 70, provides information with respect
to proper grounding of the mast and suppoiling stmc-
tore, grounding of the lend-in wire to an antenn_ dis-
charge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of
antenna_Escharge unit, connection to grounding oiec-
h'odes, and requirements for die _ounding electrode.
(Fig. A)
14. Lighming-For added protection fur this TV receiver
dunng alightodig storm, or when it is left unattended
and unused for long period_ of lime, unplug it from the
wall o_thn and disconnect the antenna or cable system,
This will prevent damage to the "IV due to lightning
and power-line surges.
15. Power LinesmAn outside antenna _ystem shonid not be
located in die vicinity of overhead power lines or other
ele¢ifie light of power ci_cgits, or wher_ it can fall into
such power lines or circoit_. Wbott insedling an outside
_ntenna system, ext_me ea_ shooid he Inken to keep
from touching such power lines or circuits as contac_
with them might be fatal.
16. Overineding-Do not overload wall outlets and extension
co.is as this can result in a risk of fire or elecUic shock.
17. Object and Liquid Entry-Never push objects of any
kind imo this TV through openings as they may much
dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could
result in a fire or decttlc shock. Never spill liquid of
any kind on die TV.
18. Servicingdho not altempt to service this "IVyourself as
Opening or removing covers may expo_ you to dall-
gerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personr_el.
19. Damage Requiring Service-Uuping this "IV from the
wall outlel and refer servicing to qualified service per-
sonnel under the following eonditinns:
a. When die power _upply cord or plug is damaged or
frayed.
b. If liqind has been spilled, or objects have fallen into
the T'_
e. If die 'IV has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the TV does not operate normally by following the
ope_ting instructions. Adjust only those controls that
are covered by the operating instmetfons, as improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and
will of_n require exlensive work by a qualified techni-
alan torestore the TV to its normal operation.
e. If the TV has be_n dropped or damaged in any way.
£ When die "IV exhibits a distinct change in perfor-
manee-dii_ indicates aneed for service.
20. Replacement Pans-Whnn replacement parts ale
required, be sure the service lechnician uses repince-
mere parts specified by the manufacturer that have the
same characteristics as the original part. Unandiorized
substitutions may resuh in fire. elecifie shock, injur_ to
persons or other hazard_.
21, Safety Check-Upon completion of arty service or
repairs to this TV, ask the service technician to perform
routine safety checks to determine that die TV is in
proper operating condition.
22. Heat-This 'IV product shooid be situated away from
heat sources such as radialors, heat r_gister_, stoves, or
odier products (incledfog amplifiers) that produce heat.

ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC *Some cable TV systems use scram-bled signals and require aspecial con-
SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF verter to receive these channels.
PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. VHF Consult your local cable company.
Antenna CATV Box * FCC WARNING- This equip-
(Not supplied) _::3_ /_e==_/] or Satellite Box ment may generate or use radio
UHF ._r_._. _ I\ /[ /_ (Notsupphed) frequency energy. Changesor
,Antenna modifications to this equipment
(Not supplied)_"_ _/_ "_ /_/ll _ may cause harm,u, in_rference
u[ Ij I_l _ OUT'_F'_ From Cable System eUxnplere'_t,_aTprd:fic:tln°theare
1II I I orSateUiteAntetmainstructionmanuaLTheuser
75-o1_ could lose the authority to oper-
a[ _ _=_ _=_€ [ 75_o_-_ Coaxial Cable ate this equipment if an unau-
I__'P_-_ ] _ _ Coaxial Cable thorized change or modification
. _:_:::_]--OR "'"_'_-(:_ -_u_'_'_ OR _J'-" From Cable System is made.
VHF/UHF Combiner _ II v I
(Not supplied) / _ -- --
1AV inout (stereo) Note to CATV system installer:
1-- - This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-
VHF/UHF °""_,_ 140 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, speci-
Combination Antenna ]_ _ ties that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building
(Not supphed) IF" as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
CLOSED CAPTION
This TV can receive C1 and C2 Caption and Text.
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(l)Closed Caption Characters can be displayed on the TV screen only when the received broad-
cast 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 CAPTION C1 or C2 is selected but a Closed Caption signal is not included, characters
will not be displayed.
Notes:
(l)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 match the TV voice exactly.
(3) Interference may cause the closed caption system not to function properly.
(4)Tbe caption or text characters will not be displayed while the menu display or functions dis-
play is shown.
(5) If you see this screen:
III'[k_ _fiT.,
(l)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].

OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIoNs
- FRONT PANEL -
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1 2 3 456 7 8
- REMOTE CONTROL -
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7- -14
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1. VIDEO (in) jack- Connect to the video
output jack of a video camera or VCR,
2. AUDIO L/R IN jacks- Connect to the
left/figin channel audio output jacks of a
video camera or VCR.
NOTE: The AUDIO L (IN) jack is for
mono input. The sound is heard from beth
speakers. Use this jack for monaural audio
equipment to be hooked up.
3. HEADPHONE jack- "Ib connect earphone
(not supplied) for personal listening,
4. MENU button- Press to display the menu
on the TV screen.
5. VOLUME A/• buttons- Press to control
the volume level.
Press to determine the setting mode from the
menu on the TV screen. (only the VOL •
button)
Press to select or adjust from a particular
menu. (for example: Language Selection,
Channel Presetting, Closed Caption Selection,
Picture Adjustment, V-CHIP Set Up)
6, CHANNEL A/• buttons- Press to select
memorized channel.
NOTE:You MUST PRESET channels
BEFORE using CHANNEL •/Y button.
(See CHANNEL PRESE'I_fiNG.)
Press to select the setting mode from the
menu on the TV screen.
Press to select item you want to adjust in
the picture control mode.
7. POWER (PWR) button- Press to turn the
TV ON and OFF.
8. Infrared Sensor Window- Receives the
infrared control signals from the remote
control unit.
9. CHANNEL NUMBER button- Press two
digits to directly access the desired channel.
Remember to press a "0" before a single
digit channel.
+11_) button- Press to select cable channels
higher than 99,
10.MUTE 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.
- REAR PANEL -
II.INPUT SELECT button- Press to select
TV or the external input (VIDEOI or
VIDEO2) mode.
(See USING AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT JACKS.)
12.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.
13.DISPLAY button- Press to display the
channel number on the screen. If you press
it again, the channel number will disappear.
14.SLEEP button- Press the SLEEP button to
display the sleep timer and start the func-
tion. The shut off time can be determined
by the number of times you press the but-
ton. (0, I0, 20, 30,..90, 0 minutes)
15.GAME button- Press to set the Game
mode and external input mode at the same
time. To exit, press the INPUT SELECT
button.
(See USING AUDIOfVIDEO INPUT JACKS
and pICI'URE ADJUSTMENT.)
I6.AUDIO L/R OUT jacks- Connect to the
left/right channel audio input jacks of a
video camera or VCR.
17.S-VIDEO input jack- Connect to the S-
VIDEO output jack of a video camera or
VCR using the S-VIDEO cable (not sup-
plied).
NOTE: The S-VIDEO jack on the rear
panel is given priority over the VIDEO
jack.
18.ANT(enna). IN jack- Connect to an anten-
na, cable system, or satellite system.
19.AC cord- Connect to a standard AC outlet
(120V/60Hz).
NOTE: Unwrap the AC curd completely
from the backeover before plugging the
cord into an AC outlet.
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l) Slide the battery compartment cover back
on the remote unit.
2) Insert 2 "AA" penlight batteries into battery
compartment in the direction as indicated
by the polarity (+ /-) markings. Batteries
installed with incorrect polarity may dam-
age the remote unit.
3) Replace the cover.
When you use the AUDIO/VIDEO input jacks,
select "VIDEOI" or "VIDEO2" mode by
pressing the INPUT SELECT button on the
remote control.
•To use the jacks on the back of the TV, select
"V1DEOI".
•To use the jacks on the front of the TV, select
"VIDEO2".
NOTES:
• You may also set the Game mode and exter-
nal input mode at the same time by pressing
the GAME button on the remote control.
"GAME" appears on the TV screen. In this
case, connect the external source to the
AUDIO/VIDEO jacks on the front panel.
(See PICI'URE ADJUSTMENT.)
• When you use the S-VIDEO connection,
S-VIDEO jack on the rear panel is given pri-
ority over the VIDEO jack.

OPERATIONS
1) Press the POWER button to turn on the TV.
2) Select the desired channel with the CH(annel) • 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 timer function enables you to shut off the power without pressing
the POWER button after a desired time period.
l)Press the POWER button to turn on the TV and press the SLEEP button
on the remote control.
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 minutes 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.)
SLEEP10
To cancel the sleep timer:
Press the SLEEP button repeated-
ly until "SLEEP 0" is displayed.
Note: When you disconnect the unit from the AC outlet, or if you have a power failure, the
sleep time will be lost.
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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.
['4_" :Press the VOL(ume) • or • button.
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(urne) • or • button to select
the mode you wish.
4) when done, press the MENU bu_on to exit
the menu.
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This feature stabilizes the TV volume. For example, when Stable Sound is turned [ON], the volume
will not increase suddenly during commercials or loud segments of programming.
1) Press the MENU button so that the menu display appe_s on the "IV screen.
2) Press the CH(annel) •or • button to point to "STABLE SOUND". P,c_
C_qNEL SET
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3)Pressthe VOL(ume)• or• buttonto select"ON" or"OFF". v_._srruP
4) When done, press the MENU button to exit the menu. c*_r_o_[o_
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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 "PICTURE" is selected.
3) Select the feature you wish to adjust with the CH(annel) • or • button and adjust it with the
VOL(ume) • or • buuon.
GAME MODE
S_t in the most suitable position for TV
GAME.
[+1 : 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 conuast
[-1 : decrease contrast
COLOR
Adjust to be brilliant or pale color.
[+] : be brilliant color
1-] : be pale color
TINT
Adjust to obtain natural skin tones.
[+1 : greenish tone
1-] :reddish tone
Notes:
• "+" is achieved by pressing the VOL(ume)
• button and "-" by pressing the VOL'(ume)
• button.
• 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. Press the MENU
and VOL(ume) • button so that "PIC-
TURE" 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.
[USING THE GAME BUTTON]
You may also set the Game mode and extemai
input mode at the same time by pressing the
GAME button on the remote control. "GAME"
appears on the TV screen. In this case, connect
the external source to the AUDIO/VIDEO
jacks on the front panel.
• To exit the Game mode and external input
mode, press the INPUT SELECT button on
the remote control.
• To cancel the Game mode only, adjust the pic-
tare control, in this case, "VIDEO2" instead
of "GAME" appears on the TV screen.
• If you press the GAME button when the TV
is off, the TV turns on and will be in the
Game mode and external input mode auto-
matically.
: Press the CH(annel) • or • button.
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OPERATIONS (Continued)
V-CHIP enables parents to prevent their children from watching inappropriate material on TV.
V-CHIP reads the ratings for programming (except for news and sports programs, unedited movies
on premium cable channels, and Emergency Broadcast Sjstem signals), then denies access to pro-
gramming if the program's rating meets the limitations you select. In this case, "PROTECTED
PROGRAM by ..." message appears on the TV screen,
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 inappropriate programming, 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] ......
1) Press the MENU button so hat me menu caispmy appears on me [v
screen.
2) Press the CH(annel) • or • button to point to "V-CHIP SET UP",
Then, press the VOL(ume) • button.
3) Press the CH(armel) • or • button to point to "MPAA RATING".
Then, press the VOL(ume) • button.
4) Press the CH(annel) • or • button to point to your desired item.
Then, press the VOL(ume) • button to select [BLOCK] or [VIEWI.
<Selection>
•PG:
<Rating Category Explanations>
General Audience
Parental Guidance suggested.
Unsuitable for children under 13
Restricted; under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian
NO one under 17 admitted
Mature audience only
PICTURE
CHANNEL SET
[ENGLISH]ESPAiqOL
•V-CHIP SET UP
CAPTION [OFF]
STABLE SOUND [ON]
"IV RATING
•MPAA RATING
[VIEW|
PG-lS [VIEW|
• _ [BLOCK]
0-17 [BLOCK]
[BLOCK 1
•When you select the rating category and turn it [BLOCK], the higher rating will turn [BLOCK]
automatically. Also, the lower rating 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 ratings will turn to |VIEW| automatically.
5) Press the MENU button to exit the menu.
[TV RATING SET UP]
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 "V-CHIP SET UP".
Then, press the VOL(ume) •button.
3) Press the CH(annel) • or • button to point to "TV RATING".
Then, press the VOL(ume) • button.
4) Press the CH(annel) • or • button to point to your desired item.
Then, press the VOL(ume) • button to select [BLOCK] or |VIEW|.
I <Selection>
•TV-y:
• TV-Y7:
•TV-G:
•TV-PG:
• TV-14:
•TV-MA;
<Rating Category Explanations>
Appropriatefor all children
Appropriate for children seven and older
General Audience
ParentalGuidance suggested.
Unsuitable forchildren under 14
Matt_ audience odiy
I ICTURE
CHANNEL SET
IENGLISH]EEPANOL
•V-CHiP BET UP
II CAPTION [OFF]
L ST,_LE SOUND [(_1]
1_ TV RATING
MPAA RATING
lviEw]
TV-PG ( )[VIEW|
TVd4 ( ) [VIEW]
JL TV-MA( } [VIEW]
• When you select the rating category and turn it [BLOCK], the higher rating will turn [BLOCK]
automatically. Also, the lower rating will turn |VIEW| automatically.
• When you turn "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| automatically.
When you select TV-Y7, TV-PG, TV-14, or TV-MA and you press the VOL(ume) • button, the
sub-ratings will appear on the TV screen.
If you select the rating category (example: TV-PG) and turn it [BLOCK] or |VIEW|, the sub-rat-
ings (example: V for Violence) will turn [BLOCK] or |VIEW| automatically.
You can set the sub-ratings to [BLOCK] or |VIEW| individually when the rating category is set to
'BLOCK|T°setthesubra n,shidi*iduallYfollowthostepsl°w l• /
•When you select [TV-Y7]: TV-Y7 [BLOCK]
FV [BLOCK]Press the CH(armel) • or • button to select "FV" (Fantasy Violence).
Then, press the VOL(ume) • button to select [BLOCK] or |VIEW|.
•When you select [TV-PG], [TV-14] or [TV.MA]:
Press the CH(anoel) • or • button to select "D"(Suggestive Dialog),
"L"(Coarse Language), "S"(Sexual Situation), or "V"(Vinlence). Then,
press the VOL(ume) • button to select [BLOCK] or |VIEW|.
Note: When you select [TV-MA], "D" does not appear on the TV screen.
• The sub-ratings set to [BLOCK] appear next to the rating category in the
TV RATING menu.
5) Press the MENU button to exit the menu.
_-PG [BLOCK]
• O [BLOCK]
[BLOCK]
[BLOCK]
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tv,Ew]]
TV*Y7 ( )[VIEW| |
TVG [BLOCK]|
TV-PG (DLSV) |BLOCK||
TV-14(DLSV)[BLOCK]/
TV-MA (LEV)[BLOCK]J

PREPARATION FOR USE
Ii_l_[H R_N m_"1mIIJ_U II [O'll
If you want to change the language of the on-screen menu, follow the proce-
dure below.
1) Connect the power cord to a standard AC outlet.
Note: If some digits appear in the corner of the screen,
press the POWER button without unplugging the power cord.
2) Press the POWER button to torn on the TV.
3) Press the MENU button so that the menu display appears
on the TV screen.
4) Press the CH(annel) • or • button to point to "[ENGLISH]".
5) Select "ENGLISH" or "ESPAtKIOL" =Spanish by using
the VOL(ume) • or • button.
6) Press the MENU button to exit the menu.
b" ICTURE
CHANNEL SET
]ENGLISH]ESPAI_OL
V_CHIP SET UP
CAPTION [OFF]
STABLE SOUND [ON]
PICTURE
CHANNEL SET
•[ENGLISH]ESPAI_OL
V-CHIP SET UP
CAPTION [OFF]
STABLE SOUND [ON]
NOTE:You MUST PRESET channels BEFORE using CHANNEL •or • button.
To preset a channel or to change a preset channel, follow the procedure below.
1) Press the POWER button to turn on the TV. PICTURE
2) Press the MENU button so that the menu display appears . CHANNELSET
on the TV screen. [ENGLISH]ESPANOL
V-CHIP SET UP
3) Press the CH(annel) • or • button to point to "CHANNEL SET". CAPTION[OFF]
Then, press the VOL(ume) • button. STABLESOUNDION]
4) Press the CH(annel) • or • button to point to "AUTO MEMO".
Then, press the VOL(ume) • button. ADD/DELETE
The tuner scans and memorizes all active channels in your area. • AUTOMEMO
STEREO [ON]
•The TV distinguishes between standard TV channels and cable (CATV) MAIN/SAP[MAIN]
channels.
• When AUTO MEMO action is completed, the lowest memorized channel reappears on the
screen.
• When you press the CH(annel) • or • button after selecting AUTO MEMO,
the tuner will stop at the memorized channels only,
• The TV may memorize TV channels as CATV channels if the reception conditions are poor. If
this happens, try the AUTO MEMO action again when reception conditions are better.
[ADD/DELETE FUNCTION]
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 "CHANNEL SET".
Then, press the VOL(ume) • button.
PICTURE
CHANNEL SET
[ENGLISH]EEPANOL
STABLE SOUND [ON]
V-CHIP SET UP
CAPTION [OFF]
4) Use the CH(almel) • or • button to select the channel you wish to put • ADO/DELETE
AUTO MEMO
into memory or to erase from memory. STEREO[ON]
Note: The display will return to the normal screen automatically in about MAIN/SAP[MAIN]
10 seconds.
Perform "ADD/DELETE" function 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 channel number
in LIGHT RED if you wish to erase the channel from memory.
5) Press the MENU button to exit the menu.
You can listen to a program in MTS stereo by following the steps below.
_pe of broadcast
Regular
(monaural audio)
Stereo broadcast
SAP
MENU Display on
SELECTION the TV screen
-Invalid- -None-
STEREO [ON]
STEREO[OFF]
MAIN/SAP[MAIN]
MAIN/SAP[SAP]
STEREO
MONO
MAIN
SAP
To show the status, press the
DISPLAY button on the remote
control.
SAP: Second Audio Program,
which means your program, can'
also be received in a second lan-
guage or sometimes a radio station.
To Seloet STEREO or MONO in Stereo broadcast]
l )Press the MENU button so that the menu
display appears on the TV screen.
2) Press the CH(annel) • or • button to point
to "CHANNEL SET".
Then, press the VOL(ume) • button.
3) Press the CH(annel) • or • button so that
"STEREO" is selected.
4) Press the VOL(ume) • or [
• button to select the /AD_OEL_E
L
AUTOMEMO
stereo mode on or off. _- STEREO[ONI
Stereo sound is effective M^_t,zm [MAINI
when the "STEREO" is on.
[To Select MAIN or SAP in Bilingual broadcast]
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 "CHANNEL SET".
Then, press the VOL(ume) • button.
3) Press the CH(annel) • or •button so that
"MAIN/SAP" is selected.
4) Press the VOL(ume) • or
• button to select the ,_OCCELErE
"MAIN" or "SAP". Auto_uo
STEREO [ON]
Bilingual sound is effective _- MAIN/SAP[SAP]
when the "SAP" is selected. ]
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If the power fails or is discolmected while the TV is powered on, the TV will turn on automatical-
ly when the power resumes.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE MAINTENANCE
Sometimes a performance 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.
QUICK SERVICE CHECK LIST
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POSSIBLE REMEDY
T_ a new ch_mnel, if OK, then possible station trouble.
Is TV plugged in?
Power at out]et?
_ TV's POWlj_ R button on?
Is mlt_rtrta ¢omaected to terraina] oil the back og the set?
If outside antenna is bein_ used. check for broken wi_
Check for local inlcrferertc¢.
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AdiustCOLOR control.
AdjustCONTRAST & BRIGHTcontrol.
Checkbalterinsin Remote Controh [
Closed Caption Problem Possible Remedy
IMy 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 uncorrect-
ed. A prerecorded program will not show any misspelled words
because of the normal time available for editing the captions.
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My TV will not show the text in its entirety
or there is a delay of what is being said.
Captions that are delayed a few seconds behind the actual dialogue
are conunon for live broadcasts. Most captioning prodoction compa-
nies caza display a dialogue to a maximum of 220 words per minute.
Ira dialogue exceeds that rate, selective editing is used to insure that
the captions remain up-to-date with the current TV se_en dialogue.
My captions a_ 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 actual program so that additional advertising time can be given.
but none of the captions were displayed. Since the decoder cannot read the compressed information, captions
will be lost.
!My prerecorded videotape dc_s 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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•Wipe the front panel and other exterior sur-
faces of the TV with a soft cloth immersed
in lukewarm water and wrung 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.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
Remote control unit
(N0147UD)
Batteries ("AA" x 2)
SPECIFICATIONS
Wipe the picture tube of the TV with asoft
cloth. Before cleaning the picture tube, discon-
nect the power cord.
Owner's Manual
Television system: NTSC-M
TV Standard
Closed Caption
System:
Channel coverage
VHF:
UHF:
CATV:
Tuning System
Channel access:
Terminals
Antenna input:
S-Video input:
Video input:
Audio out/input:
Headphone:
Stereo Sound System
2 speakers
Front/rear AV input
Sound output: 3W, 8ohm x2
§ 15.119/FCC Remote control: Digital ancoded
2~13 infrared light system
14 ~69 Operating
2~13, A -W, temperature: 5°C to 40°C
W+I ~W+84, (41 °F- 104°F)
A-5 ~ A-I, 5A Power requirements: ACI20V, 60Hz
181 channel Power consumption
frequency synthesized (Maximum): 125W
Picture robe: 27"
tuning system Dimensions: H : 24" (610ram)
Direct access keyboard, W: 27-1/16" (688mm)
programmable D : 19-7/8" (505ram)
scan and up/down Weight: 92.6 lbs. (42kg)
VHF/UHF/CATV
75 ohm unbalanced
(F-type)
Mini DIN 4-pin jack
RCA connector x 2
RCA connector x 6
1/8" sa_reo(3.5mm)
•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.

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