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PLL Frequency Synthesized Tuning- The latest PLL frequency synthesized electronic tun- 1-800-488-1222 Call anytime, day or night (U.S.A. only) www.sears.com To purchase a protection agreement on a product serviced by Sears: 1-800-827-6655 (U.S.A.) Para pedir servicio de reparación a domicilio, y para ordenar piezas: 1-800-361-6665 (Canada) Au Canada pour service en français: 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 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-LE-FOYERMC (1-800-533-6937) www.sears.ca 1-888-SU-HOGARSM (1-888-784-6427) PRECAUTION R R MC Registered Trademark / TM Trademark / SM Service Mark of Sears, Roebuck and Co. Marca Registrada / TM Marca de Fábrica / SM Marca de Servicio de Sears, Roebuck and Co. Marque de commerce / MD Marque déposée de Sears, Roebuck and Co. 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. © Sears, Roebuck and Co. LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY If this (product) experiences any failure due to a defect in material or workmanship within 90 days from the date of purchase, return it to your nearest Sears store, and it will be replaced free of charge. This warranty applies only if this (product) is used for private household purposes. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. 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 0EMN02346 Printed in Malaysia L2205UF / L2305UF * * * * * 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 Bent pin UHF/VHF Rod Antenna (Supplied with 13" model only) (Straight pin) VHF Antenna *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) Cable Plug (Not supplied) UHF Antenna (Not supplied) (Needs to be straightened) Before plugging the UHF/VHF Rod Antenna (Supplied with 13" model only) into the ANT(enna). IN jack, check that the pin is not bent. If it is bent, straighten the pin as illustrated, then plug the pin into the ANT(enna). IN jack. 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. OUT ANT.IN IN OR ANT. IN 75-ohm Coaxial Cable OR From Cable System or Satellite Antenna 75-ohm Coaxial Cable From Cable System CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOC ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND. VHF/UHF Combiner (Not supplied) VHF/UHF Combination Antenna (Not supplied) CLOSED CAPTION This TV can receive C1 and C2 of Caption and Text. 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 shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical. CAPTION MODE 1) Characters can be displayed on the TV screen when the received broadcast signal contains the Caption Signals. 2) Paint-on mode: Displays input characters on the screen immediately. Pop-on mode: Once characters are stored in memory, it is displayed all at once. Roll-up mode: Displays the characters continuously by scrolling (max. 4 lines) Note: If the CAPTION C1 or C2 is selected but the 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 function's 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 the caption or text signal, 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. The important note is located on the rear of the cabinet. THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT DANGEROUS VOLTAGE CONSTI-TUTING A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK IS PRESENT WITHIN THIS UNIT. THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT THERE ARE IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANY-ING THE APPLIANCE. FIGURE A EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNADISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS 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 PORTABLE CART WARNING use a 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 S3126A and cart combination to overturn. AMEUBLES- Cet appareil ne doit SYMBOLE D'AVERTISSEMENT POUR 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 S3126A ensembles avec précaution. Un arrêt brusque, l'utilisation d'une force 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 NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE S2898A POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) 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 ...