Get it fixed, at your home or ours! For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOME SM Anytime, day or night (1-800-469-4663) www.sears.com Owner's Manual FEATURES 23 INCH COLOR TELEVISION To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for the location of your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Center. SRT2223 Tinted, Bright Black Matrix Picture Tube 181 Channel Selection- All VHF/UHF channels plus up to 125 cable channels. PLL Frequency Synthesized Tuning- The latest PLL frequency synthesized electronic tuning 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. 1-800-488-1222 Anytime, day or night www.sears.com For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals SM that you need to do-it-yourself, call Sears PartsDirect ! 1-800-366-PART 6 a.m. ­ 11 p.m. CST, 7 days a week (1-800-366-7278) www.sears.com/partsdirect To purchase or inquire about a Sears Service Agreement: 1-800-827-6655 7 a.m. ­ 5 p.m. CST, Mon. ­ Sat. Para pedir servicio de reparación a domicilio, y para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio: Au Canada pour service en français: 1-888-SU-HOGAR SM (1-888-784-6427) 1-877-LE-FOYER SM (1-877-533-6937) HomeCentral © Sears, Roebuck and Co. SM PRECAUTIONS ® Registered Trademark / TM Trademark of Sears, Roebuck and Co. ® Marca Registrada / TM Marca de Fábrica de Sears, Roebuck and Co. FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY For 90 days from the date of purchase, Sears will repair any defect in material or workmanship in this TV, free of charge. For one year from the date of purchase, SEARS will supply at no charge, replacement for defective parts. Two (2) years for Picture Tube. Certain parts are excluded from this warranty. The above warranty coverage applies only to TV which are used for private household purposes. TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY RETURN THE TV TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. 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 Phone No. Dealer Purchase from Model No. Dealer Address Serial No. This Owner's Manual is made of recycled paper. Sears Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 For the location of a Sears Service Center in your area : 1-800-488-1222 0EMN01917 Printed in Malaysia L6241UB * * * * * IF YOU NEED ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE FOR SET-UP OR OPERATING AFTER READING OWNER'S MANUAL, PLEASE CALL TOLL FREE 1-800-968-3429. ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS *Some cable TV systems use scrambled signals and require a special converter to receive these channels. Consult your local cable company. CATV Box * or Satellite Box (Not supplied) 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 instruction 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. VHF Antenna (Not supplied) UHF Antenna (Not supplied) ANT.IN OUT IN OR ANT. IN 75-ohm Coaxial Cable OR From Cable System or Satellite Antenna 75-ohm Coaxial Cable From Cable System VHF/UHF Combiner (Not supplied) VHF/UHF Combination Antenna (Not supplied) Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 82040 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical. CLOSED CAPTION This TV can receive C1 and C2 Caption and Text. Caption Mode (1) Closed Caption Characters can be displayed on the TV screen only when the received broadcast 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: (1) 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) The caption or text characters will not be displayed while the menu display or functions display is shown. (5) If you see this screen: Text Mode (1) 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]. 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. 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. FIGURE A EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS The important note is located on the rear of the cabinet. 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 mounting accessory recom- PORTABLE CART WARNING 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. S3126A AMEUBLES- Cet appareil ne doit être placé que sur un meuble (avec ou sans roulettes) recommandé par le fabricant. Si vous l'installez sur SYMBOLE D'AVERTISSEMENT POUR un meuble à roulettes, déplacez LES COMPOSANTES APPAREIL ET MEUBLE A ROULETTES les deux ensembles avec précaution. Un arrêt brusque, l'utilisation d'une force excessive et des surfaces irrégulières risquent de déstabiliser l'ensemble et de le S3126A 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. NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE S2898A POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) 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. 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 power-line 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. Ref ...