Sylvania SRT2027 User Manual

SYLVANIA

27 INCH

COLOR TELEVISION

SRT2027

FEATURES

• Tinted, Bright Black Matrix Picture Tube

• 181 Channel Selection- All VHF/UHF channelsplus up to 125 cable channels.

• PLL Frequency Synthesized Tuning- The latestPLL frequency synthesized electronic tuning system provides free and easychannel selection, and lets you tune directly to any chan-

nel 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 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 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.

PRECAUTION

• 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

This Owner's Manual is made of recycled paper.

Dealer Phone No. Model No.

Serial No.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS WARNING: APPLI-

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USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SER- VICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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GEROUS VOLTAGE CONSTI TUTING A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK IS PRE-

SENT WITHIN THIS UNIT.

THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT THERE ARE IMPORTANT OPERATING

AND MAINTENANCE fNSTRUCTIONS

IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANY-INE

The important note is located on the rear of the cabinet.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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1. Read instructions-All the safety and operating instruc-

tions should be reed before the appliance is operated

2. Retain Instructkins-Tbe safety and operating instruc-

tions should be retained for future reference

3, Heed Warnings-All wamthgs on the appliance and in

the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions-All operating and use instructions

should be followed.

5. Cleaning-Unplug TV from _be wall ouriez before clean- ing. DO not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use

a damp cloth for cleaning. EXCEPTION: A product that is meant for ualmertupt ed service and, that for some specific reason, such as the possibility of the loss of an authohzadon 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 descripllo, otherwise required in item 5.

6. Attachments-Do nol Useattachments nol recommended

by the TV manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture-Do not use this TV neat water, for example, near a bath tub, wash howl. kitchen sink. or

laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

8. Accessories-Do not place this TV on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The TV may fall, caus- ing 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 ,_

TV.

Any mounting of the appliance

should follow the manufacturer's instructions and should use a mounting accesso_ recommended

by the nxanufacturer An appliance and cart combina- tion should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart eombalation to overturn.

9 Ventilation-Slots and opaaings al the cabinet and the

back or Dottoln are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the TV and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked

or coveted. The openings should never be blocked by placing the TV on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar sur- face. This TV should never be placed near or over a

radiator or heat register. This TV should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack

unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufac- turers instructions have been adhered to.

]0, Power Sources This TV should be operated only from

the type of power source indicated on the marking

label If you are not sure oftbe type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For TVs intended to operate from bet-

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

I1. Grounding or Polarization This TV is equipped with a

polarized alternadng-currem 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 alsea the plug fully into the outlet,

try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug

12. Power-Cord Protection-Power-supply cords shouJd 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.

13. Outdoor Antenna grounding-If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the TV, be sure the anten

na or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code,

ANSI/NFPA No. 70, provides inforaxadon with respect to ptopor grounding of the mast and supporting struc- ture, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna dis-

charge unit, size of grounding conductors, thcarion of anterma-discharge unit, Connection to grounding elec- trodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. (Fig. A)

14. Lightning-For added protection for this TV receiver

during a lighmthg storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the

wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This wilt prevent damage to the TV due to lightning and power-Bne surges.

15. Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light of power circuits, or where it can fail into

such power lines or circuits, When installing an outside

antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact

with them might be fatal.

16. Overloading-Do not overload wall outlets and extort sion co_s 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 through openings as they may touch dangerous vogage points or shoo out parts that cotdd

result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the TV,

18. Servicing DO not attempt to service this TV yourself a-, opening or removing covers may expose you to dan-

gerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

19. Damage Requiting Service-Unptag this TV from the

wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service per sonnel under the following conditions:

a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or

frayed

b. If liqudi has been spilled, or objects have fallen into

the T_L

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

operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operad,g instructions, as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and

will often require extensive work by a qualified technl

clan to restore the TV to its normal operation.

e. If the TV has been dropped or damaged in any way f. When the TV exhibits a distinct change in parfor-

mance-this indicates a need for service

20. Replacemem Paos-Wben replacemem pans are required, be sure the service technician uses replace

ment paris specified by the manufacturer that have the

same characteristics as the original part Unauthorized substitutions may result in Ere, electric shock, injury to

persons or other hazards

21, Safety Check-Upon completion of any service or

repairs to this TV, ask the service technician to perfort n routine safety cho:ks to determine that the TV is in

proper operating condition.

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

other producc_ (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

- FRONT PANEL -

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- REMOTE CONTROL -

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1. HEADPHONE jack- To connect earphone (not supplied) for personal listening.

2. AUDIO L (in) jack- Connect to the left channel audio output jack of a video camera

orVCR. NOTE: The rear-panel AUDIO L (IN) jack is for mono input. The sound is heard from

both speakers. Use this jack for monaural audio equipment to be hooked up.

3. AUDIO R (in) jack- Connect to the right channel audio outputjack of a video camera

orVCR.

4. VIDEO (in) jack- Connect to the video outputjack of a video camera orVCR.

NOTE: The AUDIO andVIDEO jacks on the frontpanel are given priority over those

on the rear panel. Suppose that the connec- tions are alreadymade with the rear-panel

jacks and additionally with the front-panel jacks. Inthis case too, the input via the front ones is automatically selected.

5. MENU button- Press to display the menu on the "IV screen.

6. VOLUME _ buttons- Press to control the volume level.

Press to determine the setting mode fromthe menu on the TV screen. (only the VOL •

button) Press toselect or adjust from a particular

menu. (for example: Language Selection, Channel Presetting, Closed Caption Selection,

Picture Adjustment, Vq_HIP Set Up)

- REAR PANEL -

7. CHANNEL _ buttons- Press to select memorized channel.

Press to select the setting mode from the menu on the "IV screen.

Press to select item you want to adjust in the picture control mode.

8. POWER (PWR) button- Press to turn the TV ON and OFF.

9. Infrared Sensor Window- Receives the infrared control signals from the remote

control unit.

10.CHANNEL NUMBER button- Press two digits to directly access the desired channel. Remember to press a "0" before a single

digit eharmol. +100 button- Press to select cable channels

higher than 99.

11.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.

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.

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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, 10, 20, 30,..90. 0 minutes)

15.GAME button- Press to set the Game

mode and external input mode at die same rime. Press die GAME button again to exit

the this mode.

16.ANT(enna). IN jack- Connect to an anten- na, cable system, or satellite system.

17.AC cord- Connect to a standard AC outlet (120W60Hz).

NOTE: Unwrap the AC cord completely from the backcover before plugging the

cord into an AC outlet.

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1) Slide the battery compartment cover 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.

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