Troubleshooting Guide - Sylvania SRCD223B, SRCD227B Owner's Manual

If the TV/DVD/VCR does not perform properly when operated as instructed in this Owner's Manual, check
the player, consulting the following checklist.
PROBLEM
No power.
The TV/DVD/VCR does not
respond to the remote control.
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
No picture and sound.
No picture or poor picture on
TV/DVD/VCR.
No sound or poor sound.
Bars On Screen
Picture Distorted or Blurred
Picture Rolls Vertically
Lines or Streaks in Picture
No Color
Poor Reception on Some Channels
Ghosts in Picture
Weak Picture
Sound OK, Picture Poor

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

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Make sure the power plug is connected to an AC outlet.
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Make sure the power is turned on.
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Check if the power plug is connected to an AC outlet.
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Check the batteries in the remote control.
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Aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor. If necessary,
remove all the obstacles between the sensor and the remote.
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You have to be within 23 feet of the TV/DVD/VCR.
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Check if the correct mode is selected. If not switch the mode by
pressing the SELECT button on the remote control,whichever you need.
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Make sure the AC cord is connected to an AC outlet.
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Check antenna connection.
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Press the SELECT button on the remote control to select TV mode.
Then try other TV feature.
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Let the TV/DVD/VCR program its tuner memory.
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Adjust direction or replace antenna.
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Adjust picture controls.
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Adjust volume control on remote control or main unit.
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Press the MUTE button to restore sound.
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If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.
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Check for local interference.
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Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble.
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If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.
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Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble.
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If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.
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Check for local interference.
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Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble.
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Is antenna connected to terminal on the back of the set?
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If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.
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Adjust COLOR control.
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Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble.
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Is antenna connected to terminal on the back of the set?
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If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.
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Check for local interference.
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Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble.
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Is antenna connected to terminal on the back of the set?
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If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.
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Adjust CONTRAST & BRIGHT control.
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Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble.
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Is antenna connected to terminal on the back of the set?
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If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.
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Check for local interference.
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Adjust CONTRAST & BRIGHT control.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
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