Sylvania 6720FDF owner manual Troubleshooting Guide, Problem Corrective Action

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

If the unit does not perform properly when operated as instructed in this Owner’s Manual, check the unit, con- sulting 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.
No operation by infrared remote	• Check if the power plug is connected to an AC outlet.
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 control.
	• You have to be within 23 feet of the unit.
	• Check if the correct mode is selected. If not switch the mode by
	hitting [SELECT], 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 or sound	• Make sure the AC cord is connected to an AC outlet.
	• Check antenna connection.
	• Hit [SELECT] to select TV mode.
	Then try other TV feature.
	• Let the unit program its tuner memory.
No picture or poor picture on the	• Adjust direction or replace antenna.
unit	• Adjust picture controls.
	• Check for broken pin of the antenna cable.
No sound or poor sound	• Adjust volume control on remote control or main unit.
	• Hit [MUTE] 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 jack 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 jack 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 jack 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 jack 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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Contents OWNER’S Manual Important Safeguards S2 8 9 8 a Important Copyright Information PrecautionsLaser Safety RADIO-TV InterferenceLocationwarning Supplied AccessoriesSymbols Used in this Manual Avoid the Hazards Electrical Shock and FireTable of Contents Features TV/VCR ModeDVD Mode Operating Controls and Functions Rear Panel Installing the Batteries Battery PrecautionsPreparation for USE ANTENNA/CABLE ConnectionConnecting to Front A/V Input Jacks Connecting to a Stereo Amplifier Equipped withConnecting to a Dolby Digital Decoder for DVD Degaussing TV Operation and SettingsWatching a TV Program Picture ControlTo Cancel the Closed Caption System Sleep TimerTo Cancel the Sleep Timer Closed Caption SystemADDING/DELETING Channels Channel SET UPAuto Channel Programming EnterTo Change Clock Setting Clock SET UP Auto / ManualManual Clock Setting Setting TimeDAYLIGHT-SAVING Time Automatic Clock SettingTo Cancel the DAYLIGHT-SAVING TimeTV Rating SET UP Chip SET UPChip SET UP TV-Y7Menu Language Mpaa Rating SET UPChange Access Code GuageSTEREO/SAP Checking the Selected MTS ModeMTS RECORDING/MONITOR Mode SelectionWhen in the External Input Mode AUX When Receiving AN MTS BroadcastWhen Playing Cassettes Selecting the MTS SystemVideo Cassette Playback Special Playback To Cancel the Rental ModeTo Cancel the Repeat Play Mode Rental PlaybackZero Return To Cancel During Time SearchSearch Time SearchReal Time Tape Counter Special FeaturesIndex Search Auto REWIND-EJECTNormal Recording RecordingSkipping Unwanted Scenes During Recording You can not copy a DVD to a videotape Times Display Recording lengthSP/SLP Recording Timer RecordingAutomatic Timer ChannelTo Cancel AN Automatic Timer Recording Timer Program ExtensionTo Correct a Program To Cancel the Auto Return Mode To Confirm the Timer SettingAuto Return On Screen Display OFF mode Counter mode Clock mode Clock/Counter modeCable Channel Designations Unplayable Discs ¡ On the following disc, the sound MAY not be heardTitle Menu Basic Playback General FeaturesDisc Menu Calling UP a Menu Screen During PlaybackStep by Step Playback ResumePause Fast Forward Fast ReverseTrack Search Time Search Marker Setup ScreenSearch Function Title / Chapter SearchRepeatprogram Special Playback FunctionRandom Playback Subtitle Language Changing the SettingsStereo Sound Mode Audio LanguageCamera Angle Black Level SettingVirtual Surround ON-SCREEN Information For Audio CDsLanguage Setting Changing the DVD SET UP ItemsCustom Menu When playing disc with copyright Protection Display SettingAudio Settings QuickInitialize Other SettingsParental Control Troubleshooting Guide Problem Corrective ActionClosed Caption Problem Possible Remedy Audio or subtitle language cannot be Maintenance Disc HandlingElectrical Specifications SpecificationsGeneral Specifications Other SpecificationsControles DE Operación Y FuncionesConexiones DE ANTENA/CABLE Preparación Para LA UtilizaciónPara Insertar LAS Pilas Notas Conexión a UN DecodificadorConsulte la figura 6 de la página Consulte la figura 7 de la páginaIdioma DEL Menú Funciones Y Ajustes DE TVAjuste DEL Reloj Reproducción Básica GrabaciónGrabación Normal Menú DE DiscoTel DurationPlease do not Ship Your Unit to the Teterboro Address