Sylvania SRC19AC Owner’s Manual

19-INCH COLOR TV/VCR

SRC19AC

SYLVANIA

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I INSTRUCCIONES EN ESPANOL INCLUIDAS, I

WARNING: 3"0 REI)UCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE

TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT DAN- OEROUS VOLTAGE CONSTITUTING A

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK IS PRESENT WITHIN THIS UNIT.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THERISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK,DO NOTREMOVE COVER(OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER

SERVICING TO QUAL.IFFED SERVICE PERSON- NEL.

The caution marking is located on the rear of the cabinet.

THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT THERE ARE IMPORTANT OPERATING AND

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE AP-

PLIANCE.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

l.Read instrucfiom_-All the safety and operating instruc-

tions should be read befote the appliance is opentted.

2.Retain Instructions-The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3.Heod Warnings-AU warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4.Follow Instructions-All operating and use instructions should be followed.

$.Cleaning-Unplug TVNCR from the wall outlet before

cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

EXCEPTION : Aproductthat is meant for uninterrupted service and, that for some specific reason, such as the possibility of the loss of an authorization code for a CATV converter, is not intended to be unplugged by the user for

cleaning or any other purpose, may exclude the reference to unplugging the appliance in the cleaning description otherwise required in item 5.

6.Attachments-Do not use attachments not recommended by the TV/VCR manufacturer as they may cause hazards,

7.Water and Moisture-Do not use this TV/VCR near water-

for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool,

and the like.

8.Accessories--Do not place this TV/VCE on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The TV/VCR may fall

causing serious injury to someone, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket,

or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the

TVNCR. Any mounting of the

appliance should follow the

manufacturer's instructionsand

should use a mountingaccessory

recommended by the manufac- turer. An appliance and cart com-

bination should be moved with

care.

Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

9.Ventilation-Slots andopenings in the cabinet and the back or bott_n are provided forventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the TVNCR and to protect it from overheat-

ing, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the TV/VCR on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This TV/VCR should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register, This TV/VCR should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless

proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's in- structions have been adhered to,

10.Power Sour_os-This TV/VCR should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking

label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to

your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power

company. For TV/VCRs intended to operate from battery

power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

ll.Grounding or Polarization-This TV/VCR is equipped

with a pola_zed alternating-current line plug(a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the

power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try

reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolerc outlet. Do not

defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug,

12.Power-Cord Protection.Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched

by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and

the point where they exit from the appliance.

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FIGURE A

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL COOE

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• ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION E10-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION E10-2_)

GROUND CLAMPS

ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART2SO, PART H)

LEAD IN

WERE

13.Outdoor Antenna groundlng-lf an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the TV/VCR, be sure the

antenna or cable systemis groundedsoasto provide some

protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSFNFPA 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 antonna-dis- charge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and re-

quirements for the grounding electrode. (Fig. A)

14.Lightning-For added protection for this TV/VCR receiver during a lightning stnnn, or when it is left unattended and

unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna orcable system. This will

prevent damage to the TV/VCR due to lightning and

power-line surges.

IS.Power Lines-An outside antenna system should not be

located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other

electric light or power circuits, or where itcan fall into such

power lines orcireuits. When installing an outside antenna

sys_ra, extreme care should be taken to keep from touch- ing such power lines or circuits as contact with them might

be fatal.

16.Overloading-Do not overload wall outlets and extension

cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

17.Object and Liquid Entry-Never push objects of any kind

into this TV/VCR through openings as they may touch

dangerous voltage points or short out parts thatcould result

ina fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on

the TV/VCR.

18.Servicing-Do not attempt to service this TVNCR you_elf as opening or removing covers may expose you to danger- ous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to quail-

fled service personnel.

19.1)amage Requiring Service-Unplug this TVNCR from the wall outlet and _fer servicing to qualified service

personnel under the following conditions:

a. When the power-supply cord or plug isdamaged or fraynd. b, If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the

TV/VCR.

c. If the TVIVCR has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the TWVCR does not operate normally by following the

operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as improper adJust-

ment of other controls may result in damage and wig often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore

the TV/VCR to its normal operation.

e. If the TV/VCR has been dropped or damaged in any way.

f. When the TV/VCR exhibits a distinct change in perform-

ance-this indicates a need for service.

20.Replacement Parts-When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement pans

specified by the manufacturer that have the same charac-

teristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, injury to persons or other

hazards,

21.Safety Check-Upon completion of any service or repairs

to this TV/VCR, ask the se_ice technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the TV/VCR is in

proper operating condition.

22.Heat -This TV/VCR product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators+ heat registers, stoves, or

other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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PRECAUTIONS

Forsafe operation andsatisfactoryperformance of yonr TV/VCR, keep the following inmind when selecting a

placeforits installation:

• Shield it fromdirect sunlightand keep it away from sourcesof intense heat.

• Avoid dusty or humid places.

• Avoid places with insufficient ventilation for proper

heat dissipation. Do not block the ventilation holes at

the top and bottom of the unit.Do not place the unit on acarpet because this will block the ventilation holes.

• Install unit in a horizontal position.

• Avoid locations subject to strong vibration.

• DOnot place the TV/VCR near strong magnetic fields.

• Avoid moving TV/VCR to locations where tempera- ture differences are extreme.

• Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.

• DO not pull on the power cord when disconnecting it

from an AC wall outlet. Grasp it by the plug.

• If, by accident, water is spilled on your unit, unplug the power cord immediately and take the unit to our Authorized Service Center for servicing.

• Do not put your fingers or objects into the TV/VCR cassette holder.

• Do not place anything directly on top of the unit.

Moisture condensation may occur inside the unit when it is moved from acold #ace to a warm place, orafter heating acold roomor under conditions of high humidity. If a tape

is played in a TV/VCR which has moisture, it may damage the tape and TV/VCR. Therefore when the condensation

occurs inside the unit, turn the POWER button on and al- low at least 2 hours for the unit to dry out.

IMPORTANT COPYRIGHT INFORMATION

Unauthorized recording or use of broadcast televi- sion programming, video tape, film or other copy- righted material may violate applicable copyright

laws. We assume no responsibility for the unauthor-

ized duplication, use, or other acts which infringe upon the rights of copyright owners.

FCC WARNING- This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modi-

fications to this equipment may cause harmful in-

terference unless the modifications are expressly

approved in the instruction manual. The user

could lose the authority to operate this equipment

if an unauthorized change or modification is made.

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 de-

signed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This

equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio fre- quency energy and, if not installed and used in ac- cordance with the instructions, may cause harmful

interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will

not occur in a particular installation. If this equip- ment does cause harmful interference to radio or tele-

vision reception, which can be determined by taming the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

1) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

2) Increase the separation between the equipment

and receiver.

3) Connect the equipment into an ontlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is con-

nected.

4) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The serial number of this product may be found on the back of the unit. No other TV/VCR has 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. Serial numbers are not kept on file.

Date of Purchase

Dealer Purchase from

Dealer Address Dealer Phone No. Model No. Serial No.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

• IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ............................ 2

IPRECAUTIONS ................................................. 4

LOCATION .......................................................... 4

AVOID THE HAZARDS OF ELECTRICAL

SHOCK AND FIRE ............................................. 4

WARNING ........................................................... 4

• FEATURES .......................................................... 6

• SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ............................... 6

• VIDEO CASSETTE ............................................. 7

• OPERATING CONTROLSAND FUNCTIONS.. 8

• PREPARATION FOR USE ..............................I0

ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS .............I0

INSTALLING THE BATYERIES .....................11

EXTERNAL INPUT MODE ..............................lI

• SET UP FOR USE ............................................. 12

CHANNEL SET UP FOR THE FIRST TIME .. '12

DELETING (OR ADDING) CHANNEL ......... 12

CHANNEL SET UP AGAIN ............................. 13

SELECTING THE LANGUAGE ...................... 13

DAYLIGHT-SAVING'lIME ............................ 13

CLOCK SET UP (AUTO / MANUAL) ............. 14

• ON SCREEN DISPLAY. .................................... 16

• SPECIAL FEATURES ..................................... 16

DEGAUSSING ................................................... 16

REAL TIME TAPE COUNTER ........................ 16

AUTO REWIND-EJECT ................................... 16

• TV OPERATION ......... ....................................... 17

WATCHING A TV PROGRAM ....................... 17

GAME MODE .................................................... 17

PICTURE CONTROL ........................................ 17

CLOSED CAPTION SYSTEM ......................... 18

• PLAYBACK ....................................................... 19

NORMALPLAYBACK .................................... 19

TRACKINGADJUSTMENT............................ 19

PICTURESEARCH...:....................................... 19

STILLPICTURE................................................ 19

NOISE CANCEL(in the Still mode)................. 19

VERTICALHOLD CONTROL........................ 19

• SPECIAL PLAYBACK ...................................... 20

RENTALPLAYBACK...................................... 20

AUTO REPEATPLAYBACK .......................... 20

• SEARCH ............................................................ 21

ZERO RETURN ................................................. 21

TIME SEARCH .................................................. 21

• RECORDING .....................................................22

NORMAL RECORDING .................................. 22

SKIPPING UNWANTED SCENES DURING

RECORDING ..................................................... 22

OTR (One Touch Recording) ............................. 23

COPYING A VIDEO CASSETI'E

(Requires a VCR or camcorder) ......................... 23

• TIMER ................................................................ 24

AUTOMATICTIMERRECORDING.............. 24

TIMERPROGRAMEXTENSION ................... 25

HINTS FOR AUTOMATICTIMER

RECORDING..................................................... 26

AUTO RETURN................................................ 26

WAKEUP TIMER ............................................. 26

SLEEPTIMER ................................................... 27

• MAINTENANCE ............................................... 27

• TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ....................... 28

• SPECIFICATIONS ............................................ 29

• CABLE CHANNEL DESIGNATIONS ......i..... 29

• WARRANTY ........................................ Back Cover

A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING I

This product s packaging materials are reeyclable and can be reused. Please dispose of any materials inaccord- ante with your local recycling regulations.

Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with your local regulations concern ng chemica wastes.

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FEATURES

• Infrared remote control

• Bilingual on screen menu display selentable in

English or Spanish

• Real time counter-This showstheelapsedrecording

or playback time in hours, minutes, and seconds. The

"-" indication will appear when the tape is rewound

further thanthe tape counter position 'D:00:00".

• 181 channolcapabllity PLLfraquencysyntheslzer

tuner with direct station call- (A convert_rmay be

necessary to view scrambled cable channels.)

• Auto Glcck Setting--Allows you to set the clock

function from a PBS broadcast station.

• Closed caption system-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.

• Game mode- Automatically sets external input mode and allows TV/VCR display to be suitable for use with "IV games.

• Auto power on and off systam-Au tomatically turns on the TV/VCR when you insert the cassette, tams off after auto-rewind, and ejects when the beginning of the tape is reached.

• Auto rewind when the end of a tape Is reached-

This function doesn't occur whenusing timer recording.

• 2 Step picture search operation-You can view a

video program at a high speed orsuper high speed in either a forward or reverse direction in LP and SLP

mode. For SP mode only high speed.

• Three different playback tape speeds: $PILP/sLP

• Two different recording tape speeds :SPISLP

• Zero Return-The tape returns to counter of 0:00:00 by rewinding orfast forwarding.

• Still-"Freeze"the pictureatanytime, for close

viewingof aparticularscene. Only tapes recorded in SLPmodewill show afairly clearpicture.

• Digital Auto Tracking (DTR)-Automatically

adjuststhe trackingfor eachtape you play.

• Rentalplaymode-Improves playback picture

qualityfromworntapes, suchas rental tapes.

• Auto repeat-Allows you to repeat the playing of a

tape indefinitelywithoutpressing the PLAY button.

• Time search-Let you set the TV/VCR to advance

the tape by entering the desired playback time you want to skip.

• OTR (One Touch Recording) Instant timed

recording from 30 to 480 minutes is possible at the push of the REC_OTR button.

• 1 Year, 8 events (including Daily and Weekly

Timer Recording)--The built-in timer allows you to

record up to 8 programs at different times on different channels up to 1 year in advance. The Daily timer allows recordings to be made of daily broadcasts, and the Weekly timer allows recording to be made once a week up to the end of the tape.

• Auto rotum-After timer recording is finished, the

TWVCR can return to the beginning of the recording.

• WakeuplSleeptimer-Allows you to have the

TV/VCR automaticallyturnon oroff atadesiredtime.

• Timer program E_ension-Allow you to shift the time schedule for automatic timer recording.

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

Remote Control rdnit

PART NO. (N0258UD)

• Ifyouneedtoreplacetheseaccessories,pleaserefcr tothePARTNO.under theillustrnfionsandcall 1-800-968-3429.

• Depending on your antenna system, you may need different types of Combiners (Mixer) or Separators (Splitter). Contact your local electronics store for these items.

• We do not recommend the use ofuniversal remote controls. Not all of the functions may be controlled with a universal remote control. If you decide to use a universal remote control with this unit, please be aware that the code number

given may not operate this unit. In this case, please call the manufacturer of the universal remote control.

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VIDEO CASSETTE

This TV/VCR will operate with any cassette that has the _ mark. For best results, we

recommend the use of high-quality tapes. Do not use poor quality or damaged tapes.

PRECAUTIONS

• Avoid moisture. Moisture condensation may occur on the tape if it is moved from a cold place to a warm

place or visa versa. Before using a tape with these conditions, to avoid damage of the tape and your

TV/VCR, wait until the tape has warmed to room temperature and the moisture has evaporated.

• Avoid extreme heat, high humidity and magnetic

fields.

• Do not tamper with the cassette mechanism.

• Do not touch the tape with your fingers.

TWO DIFFERENT TAPE SPEEDS

Before recording, select the tape speed from : SP mode

(Standard Play) or SLP mode (Super Long Play). The table below shows the maximum recording/playback

time using T60, T 120 or T160 tapes in each mode.

Tape Speed Recording/Playback Thne

]Type of tape T60 TI20 TI60

SP mode 1 hour 2 hours 2-2/3 hours SLP mode 3 hours 6 hours 8 hours

INSERTING-A CASSETTE

Insert the cassette in the direction as shown. Push in gently, but continuously, on the center-back of the

cassette until it is drawn into the TV/VCR. The TV/VCR will automatically turn on.

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REMOVING A CASSETTE

1) In the Stop mode, press the EJECT button on the remote control or press the STOP/EJECT button on the TV/VCR. The cassette will eject.

2) Pull the cassette out of the cassette compartment.

3) Store the cassette in its case as shown.

Note: You can play back a taperecorded in LP mode (LongPlay).

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ERASE PREVENTION

You can prevent accidental _ _ erasing of recording by

breaking off the tab on the back edge of the cassette.

If you decide to record on the tape again, cover the

hole with plastic tape.

TransparentTape

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OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

NOTE:

• We do not recommend the useof universalremote controls. Not all of the functionsmay be controlledwith a universalremotecontrol.

If you decide to use a universal remotecontrol with thisunit, please be_awarethat thecode numbergivenmay not operatethis unit. In this case, pleasecall themanufacturer of the universalremotecontrol.

- "I'V/VCRFRONT PANEL - [Fig.l]

234 5678910 11 121314

- REMOTE CONTROL - [Fig.2]

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1 EARPHONE jack- Connects to earphones (not

supplied) for personal listening. The size of jack is

I/8" monaural (3.5ram).

2 AUDIO input jack- Connect tothe audio output jack

of your audio equipment, video camera or another VCR.

3 VIDEO input jack- Connect to the video output jack

of your video camera or another VCR.

4 STOP button --Press to stop the tape motion.

EJECT button- Press in the Stop mode to remove tape from TV/VCR.

• button-

• Press to select setting modes from the on screen

menu.

• Press to enter digits when setting program. (for example: setting clock or timer program)

5 REW button- Presstorewind thetape, ortoview the

picture rapidly in reverse during playback mode. (Rewind Search)

<1 button-

• Press to select a mode from a particular menu.

(for example: LANGUAGE or USER'S SET UP)

6 PLAY button- Press to begin playback.

• button-

• Press to select setting modes from the on screen

meuu.

• Press to enter digits when setting program. (for example: setting clock or timer program)

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- REAR VIEW - [Fig.3]

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7 F.F'WDboron- Presstorapidlyadvance the tape, or 16 MENUbutton- Press to display the main menu on

to view the picture rapidly in forward during playback mode. (Forward Search)

I_ boron-

• When setting program (for example: setting clock or

timer program), press to determine your selection and proceed to the next step you want to inpuL

• Press to determine setting modes from on screen

menu.

• Press to select a mode from a particular menu. (for example: LANGUAGE or USER'S SET UP)

8 REC boron- Press for manual recording.

OTR boRon-Activates One Touch Recording. (only on the TV/VCR)

9 RECORD Indicator- Flashes during recording.

Lights up inthe Stand-by mode for Timer Recording.

10 Remote _msor Window- Receives the infrared

signals from the remote control.

11 CHANNEL • I • buttons-Press to select the de-

sired channels for viewing orrecording.

TRAOKlNGtunction-Press to minimize video

'noise' (lines or dots on screen) during playback

mode. (See page 19.)

12 VOLUMEA I _7 borons- Adjust the volume level. 13 POWER button- Press to tam TV/VCR on and off.

Press to activate timerrecording.

14 Cassette compartment

15 Number buRons-Press to select desired channels

for viewing or recording. To select channels from 1 to 9, first press the 0 button and then 1 to 9.

+100 button- When selecting cable channels which

are higher than 99, press this buttonfirst, then press

the last two digits. (To select channel 125, first press

the TV screen.

17 DISPLAY button- Display the counter or the current

channel number and current time on the TV screen.

(See page 16)

18 SPEED button- Press to choose the desired

recording speed:SP/SLP.

19 T-PROG. CLEAR buRon-Pressto cancelasetting of

timer program (See page 25). COUNTER RESET boron- Press to reset counter to

0:00:00.

20 GAME button-Sets the game mode and external

input mode at the same time. (See page 17.)

21TIME SEARCH button-Press to activate Time

Search mode.

22 PAUSE/STILL button- Pressto temporarily stopthe

tape during the recording or to view a still picture

during playback.

23 MUTE button-Mutes the sound. Pressit again to

resume sound.

24 CHANNEL RETURN button-Press to go backto the

previously viewed channel. For example, pressing this button once will changechanneldisplayfrom 3 (presentchannel)to l0 (previously viewed channel),

and pressing it a second time will retain from 10 to

25 WAKE UPISLEEPbutton-Scts the Wake up or

Sleep Timer. (See page 26.)

26 Poworcord-Connect to a standard AC outlet

(120V/6OHz).

27 ANT. terminal- Connect to an antenna or cable sys-

tem.

the "+100" button then press"2" and "5").

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