6432GG TO RECEIVE DIGITAL SIGNAL YOU MUST CONNECT ANTENNA If you need additional operating assistance after reading this owner's manual or to order replacement accessories, please call TOLL FREE : 1-800-605-8453 or visit our WEB SITE at http://www.SylvaniaConsumerElectronics.com WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The important note is located on the rear of the cabinet. THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT DANGEROUS VOLTAGE CONSTITUTING A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK IS PRESENT WITHIN THIS UNIT. THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT THERE ARE IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE APPLIANCE. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 1. READ INSTRUCTIONS - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. 2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operating instructions 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 INSTRUCTIONS - All operating and use instructions should be followed. 5. CLEANING - Unplug TV from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. EXCEPTION: A product that 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 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. 8. ACCESSORIES - Do not place this TV on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The TV 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 TV. Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturer's instructions and should use a PORTABLE CART WARNING mounting accessory recommended 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 S3126A overturn. SYMBOLE D'AVERTISSEMENT POUR AMEUBLES - Cet appareil ne doit LES COMPOSANTES APPAREIL ET MEUBLE A ROULETTES être placé que sur un meuble (avec ou sans roulettes) recommandé par le fabricant. Si vous l'installez sur un meuble à roulettes, déplacez les deux ensembles avec précaution. Un arrêt brusque, l'utilisation d'une force S3126A excessive et des surfaces irrégulières risquent de déstabiliser l'ensemble et de le renverser. 9. VENTILATION - Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom 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 covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the TV on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. 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 manufacturer'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 are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For TVs intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION - This TV is equipped with a polarized 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 obsolete 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. 2 EN FIGURE A ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) S2898A 13. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING - If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the TV, be sure the antenna 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 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 antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements 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 the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the TV due to lightning and powerline 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 fall 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 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 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. 18. SERVICING - Do not attempt to service this TV yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - Unplug this TV from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power supply cord or plug 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 TV 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 technician 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 performance, this indicates a need for service. 20. REPLACEMENT PARTS - When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics 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, ask the service technician to perform routine 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 heat. 3 EN IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES · Owner's Manual (1EMN21955) · Remote control unit (NE601UE) · Batteries ("AA" x 2) · If you need to replace these accessories, please refer to the PART NO, above the illustrations and call our help line mentioned on the front page. · Depending on your antenna system, you may need different types of Combiners (Mixer) or Separator (Splitter). Contact your local electronics store for these items. 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. FCC WARNING: This equipment 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 owner's manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made. CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND. A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING: This product's packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. Please dispose of any materials in accordance with your local recycling regulations. Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with your local regulations concerning chemical wastes. Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground should be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical. 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. Model No. Serial No. Dealer Purchase from Date of Purchase Dealer Phone No. Dealer Address 4 EN FEATURES · DTV/TV/CATV This TV lets you easily switch TV(NTSC) and DTV(ATSC) with the remote control. This feature enables you to simply view from conventional analog TV to Standard Definition TV, High Definition TV. You can also connect this TV to CATV if you have a CATV box. · Program Information Display (DTV) You can display the title, contents and other information of the current DTV program on the screen. · Auto Preset Channel This TV can automatically scan and memorize the channels receivable in your residential area. This feature eliminates the need of a difficult setting procedure. · V-CHIP This feature lets you set the viewing limitations to prevent your children from watching inappropriate programs. · Closed Caption Decoder This TV contains the built-in Closed Caption Decoder that displays text across the screen. It allows you to read the dialogue of a TV program or other information in the Closed Caption-supported programs. · MTS/SAP Tuner This feature allows you to select with the remote control your desired audio language. · Auto Shut Off Function The power of the main unit is automatically turned off when there has been no signal and no key input for more than 15 minutes. · Sleep Timer This feature will automatically turn off the power of the unit at a specific time. · On-Screen Function Display (ENGLISH/SPANISH/FRENCH) This feature lets you select the language displayed in the MENU screen from ENGLISH, SPANISH or FRENCH. · Stereo Sound Function · Full-Function Remote Control · PLL Frequency Synthesized Tuning · S-VIDEO Input · Front / Rear AV Input · Component VIDEO Input · Rear Digital Audio Output 5 EN SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES / PRECAUTIONS / FEATURES CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES . PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . 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