Regulatory Statement Welcome to the JVC family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment from your new JVC Smart E-LED HDTV. To get the most out of your JVC Smart E-LED HDTV, read these instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference. For assistance, call the JVC Customer Support and Service Center at 1855-868-1928 or visit our website at http://go.jvc.com/HDTVSupport/.
Regulatory Statement THE TRADEMARKS SHOWN HEREIN ARE THE PROPERTY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS; IMAGES USED ARE FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY. JVC, THE JVC LOGO, AND OTHER JVC TRADEMARKS ARE THE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OF JVC KENWOOD CORPORATION. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. COPYRIGHT 2012 AmTRAN Video Corporation.
Regulatory Statement The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage with the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Regulatory Statement WARNING: CAUTION: WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLICANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. TO PREVENT THE SPREAD OF FIRE, KEEP CANDLES OR OPEN FLAMES AWAY FROM THIS PRODUCT AT ALL TIMES. TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE, OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Regulatory Statement - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance with the FCC Rules could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Important Safety Information 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) Read these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this device near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 7) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other heat-generation devices. 8) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.
Important Safety Information 18) If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the unit, be sure he antenna or cable system is gounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges, Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to
Important Safety Information CHILD SAFETY: It Makes A Difference How and Where You Use The TV Congratulations on your purchase! As you enjoy your new product, please keep these safety tips in mind. THE ISSUE: The home theater entertainment experience is a growing trend and larger TVs are popular purchases. However, TVs are not always supported on the proper stands or installed according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Important Safety Information CONDENSATION Moisture will form in the operating section of the unit of the unit is brought from cool surrounding into a warm room or if the temperature of the room rises suddenly. When this happens, unit’s performance will be impaired. To prevent this, let the unit stand in its new surroundings for about an hour before switching it on, or make sure that the room temperature rises gradually.
Important Safety Information Fixed images, such as stock tickers, video game patterns, TV station logos, and web sites. Special formats that do not use the entire screen. For example: viewing letterbox style (16:9) media on a normal (4:3) display (black bars at top and bottom of screen); or viewing normal style (4:3) media on a widescreen (16:9) display (black bars on left and right sides of screen).
Important Safety Information supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of the grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements of the ground electrode. Lightning Protection For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
Important Safety Information DTV Transition Advisory For more information about the DTV transition, visit www.dtv.gov. As of June 12, 2009, all U.S. television stations have switched to digital broadcasting. As a result, owners of analog television sets must connect a digital-to-analog converter box to the television set or subscribe to cable or satellite TV to receive over-the-air TV.
Setting Up The TV Package Contents Attaching the Stand Your JVC Black Sapphire HDTV is shipped with the items shown below: Place TV on a flat surface and the protective bag. Screen face down. Attach TV stand to rear of television with the provided four (4) pan head screws.
Setting Up The TV Kensington Lock Theft Deterrent Kensington Lock Your JVC TV contains a Kensington Lock-compatible slot/hole that helps securely affix the TV to other physical objects. The appearance and locking method differs depending on the manufacturer. Refer to the manual provided with the Kensington Lock for installation information.
Setting Up The TV Removing the Stand Installing Wall Mount When television needs to be transported, remove TV Stand and pack TV back in its shipping box. To remove TV Stand, remove 4 pan head screws securing stand to rear of television. A wall mount kit (not included with TV) allows you to mount the TV onto a wall. For the proper and safe installation of a wall mount, follow the detailed instructions included in the wall mount kit.
Setting Up The TV 1 2 3 4 Turn off your TV and disconnect all cables. Carefully place the TV face down on a flat, clean, and padded surface. If available, put TV cover or protective sheet onto the TV before laying the TV down on flat surface. Using a cross-tip screwdriver, remove four screws securing TV stand to rear of TV. Remove TV stand. Follow instructions in wall mount kit and install wall mount. Install TV onto wall mount in accordance with wall mount kit instructions.
Setting Up The TV Install Batteries Into Remote Control To open the battery compartment, press down on top end of cover and then slide cover down. Battery Precautions: Be sure to follow the correct polarity. Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage or damage to the remote control. Always replace batteries in pairs; never combine a used battery with a new one. Insert two AAA batteries into battery compartment. Observe correct polarity. Do not use different battery types together (e.g.
Parts and Functions - TV Side View Power Button MENU Button 1 CH Button CH Button VOL+ Button 2 1 VOL- Button INPUT Button 3 4 5 2 USB Port 3 HDMI -3 Port 4 Audio Out (headphone) 5 Optical Audio Out 18
Parts and Functions - TV Rear View 1 2 3 4 1 HDMI-1 (ARC) and HDMI-2 ports 2 Ethernet port 3 Component / Video Input Jack 4 Component / Video / Music Port Audio Input Jack 5 TV Antenna / Cable Input Jack 5 19
Parts and Functions - Remote Remote Control 1 SLEEP button: When pressed, displays Sleep Timer menu on TV screen. 2 2 MULTIMEDIA button: When pressed, displays contents in the USB drive connected to TV 4 3 FAV.CH button: When pressed, displays your favorite channels list. 4 INPUT button: When pressed, displays Input Source menu on TV screen. 5 NETFLIX button: When pressed, launches NETFLIX application.
Parts and Functions - Remote 6 INFO button: When pressed, displays Info bar at top of TV screen. 7 OK button: Launches a menu, selects a menu option, and selects on-screen keypad characters. 8 BACK button: Returns User to previous TV screen. 9 ICE (Internet Connected Experience) Apps button: When pressed, displays I.C.E. application icons on TV screen. 10 VOL (Volume) button: Increases (VOL ) and decreases (VOL ) TV volume. 11 MUTE button: When pressed, sets TV audio on or off.
Parts and Functions - Remote 12 LAST button: When pressed, switches back to last channel 13 -- (dash) button: Serves as dash or decimal point for broadcast channels 14 Number keypad (0-9): When input source is TV, changes channel. Can be used when entering numeric values in application log in fields. 15 CH (Channel) button: When input source is TV, increases and decreases channel number. 16 Multipurpose buttons 17 EXIT button: Used for exiting a menu, application, or mode.
Parts and Functions - Remote 24 22 23 18 Direction buttons: Navigate the menu, select options, or adjust settings value. 19 MENU button: When pressed, displays TV SETTING menu. 20 3D button: While viewing 3D contents, press it for 3D/2D control options Note: 3D functionality is applicable to 3D TV models only. 21 20 19 21 WIDE button: When pressed, displays Screen Mode selections on TV screen. 22 AUDIO ONLY button: When pressed, turns off TV screen but continues to play audio from input source.
Parts and Functions - Remote 25 26 27 25 Direction buttons: Navigate the menu, select options, or adjust settings value. 26 OK button: Launches a menu, selects a menu option, and selects on-screen keypad characters. 27 QWERTY Keypad: Enter log in information such as your Username and Password or fill in I.C.E. App fields.
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Connecting To The Internet The TV comes equipped with several pre-loaded Internet applications via a built-in functionality called I.C.E.TM, or Internet Connected Experience. To access the pre-loaded I.C.E.TM applications, the TV must be connected to the home network. This can be accomplished in two ways: Hard-Wired Ethernet Connection Wireless Connection Making a Hard-Wired Ethernet Connection To connect your TV to your home network: 1.
Connecting To The Internet Wireless Connection To connect your TV to your home network via a wireless connection, follow the instructions on the Network portion of the One Time Setup Wizard in the Basic Operations section, or on remote, press MENU -> choose NETWORK, then choose a wireless network and enter security key 28
One Time Setup Wizard Setup Wizard Network Settings When the TV is turned on for the first time, a one-time setup wizard is displayed to assist you in setting up your TV.
One Time Setup Wizard For Wireless Connection, the TV will show a list of available networks, use remote to choose your home network, press OK and key in security password by using remote QWERTY keypad Auto Channels Scan Ensure Antenna or Cable TV input cable is connected to DTV / TV jack, choose Start Scan to begin.
I.C.E™ Apps & Multimedia ICE Apps and Multimedia Operations The TV equipped with I.C.E™ (Internet Connected Experience) platform which provides connectivity to popular internet content streaming services. Note: To access any of the pre-loaded ICE applications, make sure the TV is connected to the Internet. On the remote, press the ICE Apps button to display the ICE applications screen.
I.C.E™ Apps & Multimedia USB Multimedia control To playback multimedia content in USB flash memory, plug in your USB flash memory to the TV USB port, press MULTIMEDIA button on remote, or press ICE App button and choose multimedia icon Note: The TV is capable of photos, music and video playback. However, due to the wide variety of multimedia file formats. Some formats may not be supported. It is recommended to use USB flash memory ONLY.
TV Operation – TV Channels Changing the Channel 10~99 Press the 2 digits in order. For example: to select channel 15, press 1, 5, and then press OK. 100~135 Press the 3 digits in order. For example: to select channel 130, press 1, 3, 0, and then press OK. On the remote control, use the number keys to select a channel. NOTE: When a channel is selected with the number keys, there will be a short delay before the TV changes the channel.
TV Operation – TV Channels Selecting by Channel List Setting the Sleep Timer All channels with network signal are listed on the Channel List screen. You can select channels from this screen. 1 Press OK to display Channel List screen. 2 Press up or down direction buttons to select a channel number, and then press OK. 3 Press Exit to close Channel List screen. Use the Sleep timer to automatically turn off the TV after a preset amount of time has elapsed. 1 Press Sleep button to display Sleep Timer screen.
TV Operation – Aspect Ratio Set Aspect Ratio Display aspect allows users to adjust viewing aspect ratio. To access Press Wide button to display Screen Mode display, or Press MENU, then choose Wide Normal When watching a 4:3 content, the TV displays a standard picture with black side bars. When viewing a 16:9 content, it displays a full picture. Wide Applying to 4:3 content, the picture is stretched horizontally to fill the width of the screen.
TV Operation – Aspect Ratio Zoom The entire picture is uniformly enlarged to retain its original proportion. However, some parts of the picture may be hidden. Stretch The picture is stretched horizontally on the left and right sides. Only available in 16:9 content. Notes: Panoramic mode is only available on 4:3 contents. Stretch is only available in 16:9 contents. Panoramic The picture is stretched horizontally on the left and right sides to fill the width of the screen.
TV Operation – Input Sources Selecting the Input Source The TV provides various ways to select the input source: At rear of TV Connect one end of an audio cable to TV Component Audio In jacks and the other end to the music player’s Audio Out or headphone jack Press INPUT button and select MUSIC Press INPUT button repeatedly to scroll through the input source options. The highlighted input source is selected after a few seconds.
Advanced TV Settings – Video Menu Picture Menu Accessing TV Menu Display the menu Select a TV Setting Remote Control Press MENU button TV Panel Press MENU button Adjust picture options such as brightness, contrast, and advanced picture settings. Press up or down to select a TV Setting. Press OK to confirm your TV Setting selection. Press CH+ or CH- buttons to select a TV Setting. Press INPUT button to confirm your TV Setting selection.
Advanced TV Settings – Video Menu Picture Mode Selections Select the picture mode. Standard For standard picture settings Movie For motion pictures such as movies Game For fast and dynamic pictures suitable with playing games. Vivid For bright and vivid picture setting. Sport Suggested settings for sporting events. Custom For custom picture settings. Backlight: Adjust the backlight that affects the overall brilliance of the picture (0~100). Contrast: Adjust the white level in the picture.
Advanced TV Settings – Video Menu Red / Green / Blue Offset Adjust the red / green / blue offset settings according to your preference. Reset Picture Mode: Reset the picture mode settings to factory defaults. Advanced Settings Crystal Color Dynamic Contrast Local Dimming Noise Reduction Digital NR Film Mode Crystal ColorTM produces more vivid and crisp color pictures (Off / Normal / Rich). Dynamic contrast automatically enhances the image for greater picture details (Off / Low / Medium / High).
Advanced TV Settings – Audio Menu Bass & Treble: Adjust the bass level to your preference (-12~12). Audio Menu XinemaSoundTM 3D: Expansive and immersive, multi-dimensional surround sound experience. Balance: Adjust the audio level of the L/R channels of the speakers to your preference (-10~10). When XinemaSound™ 3D is on, Bass, Treble and Equalizer Settings functions will not be available for adjustment TV Speakers: Turn the internal speakers on or off.
Advanced TV Settings – Setup Menu Setup Menu CEC Settings: CEC allows you to control devices using your TV remote control when the CEC devices are connected via HDMI. CEC Function Enable or disable the CEC function. System Audio Control Enable or disable system audio control (ARC, Audio Return Channel on HDMI-1). Device Discovery Select to view CEC devices Menu Language: Select the on-screen menu language. Time Settings Time Zone Select a location to apply the time zone.
Advanced TV Settings – Setup Menu Name Input The Name Input feature allows you to add a label name on an input source. 1. Press MENU, select Setup and Press OK on Input Source to select which input from the list that you want to name 2.
Advanced TV Settings – Setup Menu Parental Control Parental control options: The Parental Control feature allows you to control and restrict children from viewing or hearing violent scenes by Channel Lock, TV Rating, or Movie Rating. Enable Rating: To turn On or Off the Parental Control Access Parental Control Menu by 1. Switch Input to TV Channel Lock: To block by TV Channel USA-TV: To block by TV rating 2. Press MENU, Select Setup, Choose Parental Control USA-Movie: To block by MPAA rating 3.
Advanced TV Settings –Setup Menu Power Indicator: to turn ON or OFF the power indicator LED at the TV lower left hand corner when the TV is on Setup Wizard: to run the step by step Setup Wizard ICE Apps Setting: to deactivate Netflix and VUDU ICE apps Customer Support: choose to view TV System Information, User Manual, and JVC Customer Service contact information 45
Advanced TV Settings – Network Configuration To access Network Menu, Press Menu and then Choose Network Network Menu Wireless Network List Wireless Network List If wired network (via Ethernet cable) is not available to the TV, the TV will automatically scan and show all available wireless networks in the area. icon Indicates current connected wireless network.
Advanced TV Settings – Network Configuration Manual Setup Choose to manually setup Static IP information Note: Manual Setup is only for advanced users and network where the network client devices need specific setting to access the network.
Advanced TV Settings – Closed Caption Closed Caption Menu The Closed Caption Menu allow users to turn ON or OFF the programs closed caption. To access, press MENU, then choose Closed Caption Note: Availability of Closed Caption service is dependent on video contents.
Advanced TV Settings – Channel Management Channel Setting Menu Channel Setting allows you to manage the channels available to TV via antenna jack.
Advanced TV Settings – Sleep Timer Sleep Timer Setting Select a sleep timer option where the TV automatically turns off after the selected preset time (Off / 30 minutes / 60 minutes / 90 minutes / 120 minutes / 180 minutes).
Troubleshooting If your TV fails to work properly, check the following guidelines for possible causes and solutions. Consult with your local dealer or service outlet if problems persist. Problem No Power Poor or No Sound Poor or No Picture Solution Make sure the power cord is plugged in. The power is off; press Power button to turn on the TV. Try another outlet. Unplug the unit for an hour, and then plug it back in.
Troubleshooting Poor Reception on Some Channels The Remote Control does not work TV Shuts Off No CATV Reception Closed Caption is not activated Check for possible sources of interference. The channel or cable TV broadcast is experiencing problems. Tune to another channel. Make sure that channels are set into memory The network signal is weak. Adjust the antenna to receive a better reception Check for possible sources of interference.
Troubleshooting No Internet Access (Hard Line) Check the Ethernet cable. Try unplug and plug again Check home router or network switches, make sure they are turned on On TV menu, choose NETWORK > MANUAL SETUP. Make sure DHCP is chosen in TYPE On TV menu, choose NETWORK > TEST CONNECTION. If Status shows Connected, the TV has connected properly with the router or gateway.
Troubleshooting No Internet Access (Wireless) Make sure home wireless router is turned on Make sure your wireless router is not set to hide wireless network SSID Make sure you entered your home wireless network security key correctly On TV menu, choose NETWORK and press OK.
Specifications Specification 50” SP50M-C 55” SP55M-C Size Class (Diagonal) Resolution/Aspect Backlit Frame Rate Contrast Ratio 3D 3D Capability Internet Internet Capability Wireless Connectivity Preloaded Internet Apps TV Features Color Enhancement Built-in NTSC/ ATSC/ Clear QAM tuner PIP/POP Close Caption 50” (50.5 diagonal) 55” (54.6 diagonal) 1920 x 1080 / 16:9 Edge LED 120Hz CrystalMotion™ 20M:1 (Dynamic) No Yes, I.C.E.™ platform Built-in, WiFi 802.
Specifications Input / Output Input Antenna in HDMI Component Composite (RCA) Music port USB Output Optical Digital Audio Out Stereo Audio Out Mechanical Wall Mount Pattern Without Stand (approx.) With Stand (approx.) Power Consumption Input Voltage 1 3 1 1 (shared with Component) 1 (shared with Component Audio) 1 1 CrystalMotion™ is a set of motion enhancement technologies including Motion-Estimation/ Motion-Compensation or Backlight Scanning or both 1 VESA (400x400mm), M8 screw 44.3” x 26.2” x 2”, 34.
Supported Resolutions 720 x 400 @ 70Hz 640 x 480 @ 60, 75Hz Supported PC Timing (HDMI) 800 x 600 @ 60, 75Hz 1024 x 768 @ 60, 75Hz 1280 x 1024 @ 75Hz 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz Supported NTSC, Composite Timing 480i Supported ATSC, Components, HDMI Video Timing 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080 24p/60p 57
Limited Warranty On Parts and Labor Types of Service This Limited Warranty covers units that are purchased as new and in the United States Only. This Product is manufactured, distributed, and warranted by AmTRAN Video Corporation (hereinafter known as “Warrantor”) under brand license by JVC KENWOOD Corporation.
Limited Warranty INCLUDING WARRANTOR’S NEGLIGENCE, ALLEGED DAMAGE, OR DEFECTIVE GOODS, WHETHER SUCH DEFECTS ARE DISCOVERABLE OR LATENT, SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT. THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSS OF USE, LOSS OF INFORMATION OR DATA, COMMERCIAL LOSS, LOST REVENUE OR LOST PROFITS, OR OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
