Sylvania 6727DE owner manual Troubleshooting Guide, Problem Corrective Action

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

If the TV/VCR/DVD does not perform properly when operated as instructed in this Owner’s Manual, check the TV/VCR/DVD, consulting the following checklist.

PROBLEM	CORRECTIVE ACTION
No power	• Make sure the power plug is connected to an AC outlet.
	• Make sure the power is turned on.
The TV/VCR/DVD does not	• Check if the power plug is connected to an AC outlet.
respond to the remote control	• Check the batteries in the remote control.
	• Aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor. If necessary,
	remove all the obstacles between the sensor and the remote.
	• You have to be within 23 feet of the TV/VCR/DVD.
	• Check if the correct mode is selected. If not switch the mode by
	pressing the SELECT button on the remote control,whichever you need.

TV/VCR Mode

Sometimes a performance problem can be easily solved by checking seemingly apparent but often overlooked possibilities. Before arranging for service, check these items. It could save your time and money.

PROBLEM	CORRECTIVE ACTION
No picture and sound	• Make sure the AC cord is connected to an AC outlet.
	• Check antenna connection.
	• Press the SELECT button on the remote control to select TV mode.
	Then try other TV feature.
	• Let the TV/VCR/DVD program its tuner memory.
No picture or poor picture on	• Adjust direction or replace antenna.
TV/VCR/DVD	• Adjust picture controls.
No sound or poor sound	• Adjust volume control on remote control or main unit.
	• Press the MUTE button to restore sound.
Bars On Screen	• If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.
	• Check for local interference.
Picture Distorted or Blurred	• Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble.
	• If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.
Picture Rolls Vertically	• Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble.
Lines or Streaks in Picture	• If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.
	• Check for local interference.
No Color	• Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble.
	• Is antenna connected to terminal on the back of the set?
	• If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.
	• Adjust COLOR control.
Poor Reception on Some Channels	• Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble.
Ghosts in Picture	• Is antenna connected to terminal on the back of the set?
	• If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.
	• Check for local interference.
Weak Picture	• Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble.
	• Is antenna connected to terminal on the back of the set?
	• If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.
	• Adjust CONTRAST & BRIGHT control.
Sound OK, Picture Poor	• Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble.
	• Is antenna connected to terminal on the back of the set?
	• If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.
	• Check for local interference.
	• Adjust CONTRAST & BRIGHT control.
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