Philips Handheld TV RD 0525C User Manual

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Card Within 10 Days.  
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Read Operating Instructions  
Carefully.  
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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.  
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to features for which you should read the  
enclosed literature closely to prevent  
operating and maintenance problems.  
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wide variety of special services and  
savings.  
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CAUTION  
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ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR  
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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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Channel Scales  
Phone Jack  
REAR  
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TV/Video Selector  
INPUT  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
Audio/Video Input Jacks  
AUDIO  
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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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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  
Screen  
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  
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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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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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Video  
VIDEO  
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AUDIO  
Audio  
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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  
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1. Turn part  
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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  
, then turn part  
in  
B
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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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