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Card Within 10 Days.
Know These Safety Symbols.
Read Operating Instructions
Carefully.
This “bolt of lightning” indicates
uninsulated material within your unit which
may cause an electrical shock. For the
safety of everyone in your household,
please do not remove the product covering.
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The information in this manual can help
you take full advantage of your product’s
many features, and ensure years of safe,
reliable operation. So don’t miss out. Read
the enclosed instructions, safety tips, and
warranty information today.
The “exclamation point” calls attention
to features for which you should read the
enclosed literature closely to prevent
operating and maintenance problems.
a
wide variety of special services and
savings.
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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Color TV. The best way
to familiarize yourself with your set is to read the operating instructions
carefully. They will explain the operations and features of your set, the
warranty, and safety procedures.
Positioning the TV
To obtain a picture with good contrast, position your TV in such a way
that no direct sunlight strikes the screen.
Ventilation
To prevent overheating, do not cover the ventilation holes on the TV.
Never place your TV close to a heat source.
The Model and Serial Numbers are on the back of this TV. Please record these
numbers and the purchase date in the spaces below. Refer to them whenever you ask
your dealer about this TV.
Model No.
Serial No.
Purchase Date
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR
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 lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, The exclamation point within an equilateral tri-
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert angle is intended to alert the user to the pres-
the user to the presence of uninsulated “dan- ence of important operating and maintenance
gerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure (servicing) instructions in the literature accom-
that may be of sufficient magnitude to consti- panying the appliance.
tute a risk of electric shock to persons.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOIS-
TURE.
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CONTROLS
Display Button
Channel Buttons
Volume Buttons
Indoor Rod Antenna
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TV Band Select Button (UHF, VHF)
Channel Scales
Phone Jack
REAR
TV
TV/Video Selector
INPUT
VIDEO
VIDEO
Audio/Video Input Jacks
AUDIO
DC
12
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15V
TV External Antenna
(Ext. Ant.) Jack
EXT.ANT.
TINT COLOR CONTR BRIGHT
External Power
(DC 12–15V) Jack
Bright Control
Tint Control
Contrast Control
Color Control
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TV ANTENNA
Indoor Antenna Hookup
Your TV has a rod antenna.
1. Extend the antenna and rotate it until you get the best TV picture.
VHF/UHF Outdoor Antenna Hookup
* Shorten the rod antenna, then lower the rod antenna into place on
top of the TV.
1. If the outdoor antenna has flat twin lead (300 ohm) wire, connect the
ends of this wire to the two screws on the adaptor (supplied). Push
the plug of this adaptor into the TV external antenna (EXT. ANT.)
jack.
2. If the outdoor antenna has two twin lead wires or one round (co-
axial) cable, purchase an appropriate adaptor from your dealer.
Connect the antenna wires and/or cable to the adaptor, then plug
the adaptor into the TV external antenna (EXT. ANT.) jack.
UHF/VHF
Antenna
EXT.ANT.
TINT COL
300 ohm
Flat Twin
Leads
Adaptor (supplied)
Part # 4835 142 17005
or
75 ohm to 300 ohm
Adaptor
(optional)
75 ohm
Coaxial Cable
To order any optional accessories call Philips Service Solutions Group
at 1-800-851-8885.
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POWER SUPPLY
AC Adaptor
1. Insert the barrel plug
of the sup-
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plied AC Adaptor (Part # 4835 272
17023) into the external power (DC
12–15V) jack.
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2. Plug the other end
of the AC
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Adaptor into an electrical outlet. For
safety, this plug has one blade wider than the other. If you cannot
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug.
3. Turn the TV power on by pressing the Power Button.
How to Use the Supplied Car Power Cord
Connect the barrel plug
of the Car Power Cord (Part # 4835 015
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57024) to the external power (DC 12–15V) jack. Plug the other
end into the car cigarette lighter socket. See Figure 1.
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CAUTION!
Do not let the metal tip of the power cord touch any metal part of the car
while the cord is plugged into the cigarette lighter socket. It might blow
a fuse or damage the cord.
DC
12 – 15V
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CONTR BRIGHT
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To Cigarette
Lighter Socket
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Car Power Cord
Figure 1
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HOW TO WORK YOUR TV
HOW TO USE THE TV
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1. Slide the TV/Video Selector to TV position.
2. Press the Power Button to turn on the TV.
3. Press the TV Band Select Button to select the desired channel band
VHF (channels 2 – 13) or UHF (channels 14 – 83).
4. Press the Channel ▲ ▼ Buttons until the desired TV channel is
reached.
• When you press the Channel ▲ or ▼ Button, the CH Indicator
Line will appear on the screen above the Channel scales. The CH
Indicator Line will move across the screen to indicate the selected
TV channel. After the desired TV channel is reached, the CH Indi-
cator Line will disappear from the TV screen.
VHF (channels 2–13)
UHF (channels 14–83)
TV
Screen
TV
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CH Indicator
Red Line
CH Indicator
Green Line
• Holding down the Channel ▲ or ▼ Button will scan through all of
the available channels (in the selected band).
• The CH Indicator Line will be at the left side of the screen each
time the TV is turned on. Just press the Channel ▲ Button to se-
lect the desired channel.
• The CH Indicator Line may not stop at a channel if the signal is
weak. In this case, adjust the Indoor Rod Antenna and try to select
the channel again by pressing the Channel ▲ ▼ Buttons.
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5. Press the Volume ▲ ▼ Buttons to set the desired sound level.
6. To check which channel is selected, press or press and hold the
Display Button. The channel is indicated by the CH Indicator Line
which appears on the screen above the Channel scales. When the
Display Button is released, the CH Indicator Line will disappear.
HOW TO ADJUST THE COLOR FOR THE BEST PICTURE
Occasionally, you may want to adjust the color to your satisfaction by
using the following controls:
Bright
:
Rotate to adjust the brightness of the picture. Adjust until the
darkest parts of the picture are as bright as you prefer.
Contrast : Rotate to adjust the contrast between the black and white
tones of the picture.
Color
Tint
: Rotate to adjust the amount of color to your satisfaction.
: Rotate to adjust natural skin tones, or to adjust color tones
to your preference.
Rear of TV
COLOR
TINT
CONTR BRIGHT
PHONE JACK
Plug an optional earphone plug into the Phone jack for private listen-
ing. The internal speaker is automatically disconnected.
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AUDIO AND VIDEO INPUT JACKS
Video Operation
You can use your TV to play programs directly from a VCR or video
camera. Audio and Video Input jacks are provided for direct hookup to
your video equipment.
1. Connect Audio and Video cables from the Audio and Video output
jacks of a VCR or video camera to the Audio and Video Input jacks
on the TV.
2. Set the TV/Video Selector to Video position. You can now view what
is being played on the VCR or video camera.
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TV
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INPUT
VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
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Rear of TV
Video Input
Audio Input
Audio Output
Video Output
VCR
NOTE: When you set the TV/Video Selector to the Video position, you
will be unable to watch normal TV broadcasts.
After enjoying the VCR or video camera playback, set the TV/Video
Selector to the TV position in order to resume normal TV viewing.
Refer to VCR or video camera instruction manuals for playback in-
structions.
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Video Monitor Operation
If this TV is connected to either a VCR with a tuner or a video camera,
you can use the TV as a recording monitor.
1. Connect the Audio and Video Output jacks on the VCR or video
camera to the Audio and Video Input jacks on the TV.
2. Set the TV/Video Selector to the Video position.
3. Press the Power Button to turn the TV on.
4. Start recording with the VCR or video camera.
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Rear of TV
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VCR With A Tuner
Video Camera
To Watch Other TV Programs While Recording
Set the TV/Video Selector to the TV position, then follow the instruc-
tions shown in How To Work Your TV.
Please read the VCR or video camera manuals carefully when con-
necting the products with other equipment.
Please turn off the power to each piece of equipment before connecting.
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MAINTENANCE
Keep your TV away from extreme heat or cold. This may damage the TV.
Clean the cabinet with a soft damp cloth. Do not use harsh cleaners,
abrasives or strong detergents.
CAUTION!
Do not use your TV with video games or computers for a long period of
time. It could damage the picture tube or leave a permanent image on
the tube.
Switch the video game or computer OFF when it is not in use.
TO REPLACE THE FUSE OF THE CAR BATTERY CORD
●To remove the fuse
Cover C
Fuse
B
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C
1. Turn part
A
in the direction of the arrow to remove it from the cover
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2. Replace the fuse (4A-125V or 4A-250V).
●To install the fuse
Cover C
Fuse
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Insert the new fuse and part
into the cover
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in
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the direction of the arrow to fix it firmly.
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BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE
Remember! Charges for TV installation, adjustment of customer con-
trols, or repair of antenna systems outside the TV are not covered un-
der your warranty. Be sure to make these simple checks before calling
for service. These tips can save you time and money.
Problem
Action
No Power
• Unplug theAC Adaptor from the wall outlet and wait
60 seconds. Reconnect the AC Adaptor and switch
the TV ON.
• Try another outlet.
• Be sure the AC Adaptor plug is firmly connected to
the external power (DC 12–15V) jack on the TV.
No Picture
• Check that the antenna is properly connected to the
TV.
• Check connections on the antenna.
• Check the TV/Video selector (set to TV position).
No Sound
No Color
• Adjust the Volume.
• Check the Color control.
• Is station transmitting color?
• Try another channel.
Wrong Color
• Adjust the Color and Tint controls.
See HOW TO ADJUST THE COLOR FOR THE
BEST PICTURE section.
Picture too light • Adjust the Bright and Contrast controls.
or too dark
Picture inter-
ference
• Check the antenna for shorted or broken wires.
• Reposition the antenna.
• Possible station trouble or local interference (elec-
tric motors, etc.). Try another channel or adjust the
antenna.
• Press the Channel Buttons to retune the channel.
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