Sylvania SRT2232S Owner’s Manual

SYLVANIA

32 INCH
COLOR TELEVISION

SRT2232S

FEATURES

• AV MEMORY

• MTS/SAP Tuner

• V-CHIP PASSWORD

• 181 Channel Selection- All VHFFUHF channels plus up to 125 cable channels.

• PLL Frequency Synthesized Tuning- The latest PLL frequency synthesized electronic tun-

ing system provides free and easy channel selection, and lets you tune directly to any channel
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
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, suct_ 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 Phone No.

Dealer Purchase from Model No.

Dealer Address 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.

EXAMPLEOF AN_.NNA GROUNDING AS PER

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NATIONALELECTNCAL CODE

THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT DAN-

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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.

GEROUS VOLTAGE CONSTITLrHNG A
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK IS PRE-

SENT WITHIN THIS UNIT.

THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT
THERE ARE IMPORTANT OPERATING

AND M,_INTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING

THE APPLIANCE.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1, Read instructions-All the safety and operating thst_ac-

tions should be read before the appliance is operated,

2. Retain Instructions-The safety and operating instruc-

tions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings-All warnings on the appliance and in

the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instn*ctions-AII operating and use instructions
should be followed.

5. Cleaning-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 for uninterrupt-

ed 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 cleaniug description otherwise required in item Y.

6. Attachments-Do not use attachments not recommended

by the TV manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture-Do not use this TV 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.

g. Accessorles-Do not place this TV on an unstable cart,

stand, tripod, bracket, or table. "FoeTV 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 man-
ofacturer's instructions and should

use a mounting accessory recom- _osr_.E_eAaTW*nN_
mended by the manufacturer. An

appliance and cart combination

should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the appliance

and cart combination to overturn.

AMEUBLES- Cet appareti ne dolt gtre plaed que sur un

meuble (avec ou sans roulettes) re.command6 par le
fabficant. Si vous l'installez sur

un meuhle _ rouletteg, acez _s ¢c_s_s
les d6ux ensembles avec prrcau-

tion. Un arrgt brusque, l'utilisabon

d'u_ force eXeesalv_ el des sur-
faces irMguli/tres rlsquent de

drstabiliser I'ensemble et de le
renverser.

9. Ventilatinn-Sfots and openings in the calfmet and the
back or bottom are provided for ventilation and to

ensure reliable operation of the 'IV and to protect it
from overheating, these openings must not be blocked
or covered. The openings should never he blocked by

placthg the TV on a bed. sofa, rug, or other similar sur-
face. This TV should never he placed near or over a

radiator or heat register, This TV should not he placed
in a buiR-id installation such as a bookcase or rack

unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufac-
turer's instructions have been adhered to.

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

label. If you ate not sure of thetype of power supply to

your home. consult your appliance dealer or local
power company. For TVs intended to operate from bat-
tery power, or other sources, refer to the operating

instructions.

] 1.Grounding or Polarization-This TV is equipped with a

polarized ahemaring-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 ate 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 obsolete outlet.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

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12. Power-Cord P_t ection-Power-supply cord_ should he
routed so that they arc 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 tbo "IV, be sm¢ the anten-

na or cable system is grounded so as to p_vid6 some
protection against voltage surges and built-up static

charges. Article gl 0 of the National Electricdi Code,
ANS I/NFPA No. 70, provides information with respect
to proper grounding of the mast and seppe_ing struc-

ture, grounding of the lead-th wire to an antenna dis-
charge unit. size of grounding conductors, location of

antenna-discharge unit. connection to grounding elec-
trodes, and requixeraems for the grounding electrode.

(Fig. A)

14. Lightning-For added protection for this TV receiver

during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended
and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the
wall outlet and disconnect ti_ antenna or cable system.

This will prevent damage to the "IV due to lightning
and power-line surges,

15. Power Lines-An outsid6 antenna sgstcm should not be

located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other

electaic light of power circuits, or where it can fall into

such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside
antenna system, extreme ca_ should be taken to keep

from touching such power lines or circuits _s contact
with them might be fatal.

16. Overioeding-Do not overload wall outlets and extension
cords as this can result ina risk of ft_ or electric shock.

17. Object and Liquid EnuT-Never push objects of any
kind into this "IV through openings as they may touch

dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of

any kind on the TV.

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Ig. Servicing-Do not attempt to service this TV yourself as

opening or removing covers may expose you to dan-

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

19. Damage Requiring Service-Ueplng this TV from the
wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service per-

sonnel under the following conditions:

a. Wben the power supply cord or ping is damaged or

frayed.

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 the "IV does not operate normally by following the

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

adjustment of other controls may result in damage and
will often require extensive work by a qualified techni-
cian to restore the TV to its normal operation.

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

mance-this indicates a need for service.

20. Replacement Parts-When replacement parts are

required, be sure the service technician uses replace-
ment parts specified by the manufacturer that have the
same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, thjtt_ to

persons or other hazards.

21.Safety Cbock-Upen completion of any service or
repairs to this "IV. ask the service technician to perform

i_utine safety checks 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 products (including amplifiers) that produce beat.

OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

-FRONTPANEL-

1 2 3" 4 5 6 7

-REMOTECONTROL-

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/right channel audio output jacks of a

video camera or VCR.
NOTE: The AUDIO L (IN) jack is for
mono input. The sound is heard front both

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

3. MENU button- Press to display the menu

on the TV screen.

4. VOLUME &/• buttons- Press to control

the volume level.

Press to determine the setting mode front 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)

5. CHANNEL Jld• buttons- Press to select

memorized channel.
NOTE:You MUST PRESET channels

BEFORE using CHANNEL •/V button.

(See CHANNEL PRESETTING.)

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.

6. POWER (PWR) button- Press to turn the

TV ON and OFF.

7. Infrared Sensor Window- Receives the

infrared control signals from the remote
control unit.

8. 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

higher than 99.

9. 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

MU'I_ button again or press the VOL(ume)

• or • button to restore sound.

10.INPUT SELECT button- Press to select

TV or the external input (VIDEOI or

VIDEO2) mode.
(See USING AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT JACKS.)

11.CHANNEL RETURN button- Press this
button to go back to the previously viewed

channel. For example, pressing the CHAN-

- REAR PANEL-

15 2 1 16 17

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 l0 to CH 3.

12.DISPLAY button- Press to display the
channel number 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 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)

14.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 AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT JACKS

and PICTURE ADJUSTMENT.)

15.AUDIO L/R OUT jacks- Connect to the

left/right channel audio input jacks of a
video camera or VCR.

16.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.

17.ANT(enna). IN jack- Connect to an anten-

na, cable system, or satellite system.

18.AC curd- Connect to a standard AC outlet

(120W60Hz).
NOTE: Unwrap the AC cord completely

front the backcovcr before plugging the
cord into an AC outlet.

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1) 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.

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When you use the AUDIO/VIDEO inptu jacks,

select "VIDEO 1" or "VIDEO2" mode by

pressing the INPUT SELECT button on the
remote control.

• To use the jacks on the back of the TV, select

"VIDEOI".

• 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 PICTURE ADJUSTMENT.)

• When you use the S-VIDEO connection,
S-VIDEO jack on the rear panel is given pri-
ority over the VIDEO jack.