For models: AV-36150 AV-36120 AV-32150 AV-32120 AV-32115 AV-27150 COLORTELEVISION. USER'SGUIDE Illustration IMPORTANT NOTE of AV-27150 and RM-C382 TO THE CUSTOMER In the spaces below, enter the model and serial number for your television (located at the rear of the television cabinet). Staple your sales receipt or invoice to the inside cover of this guide. Keep this user's guide in a convenient place for future reference. Keep the carton and original packaging for future use.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT z_ RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: Please read and retain for your safety, Electrical energy can perform many usefu_ functions. This TV CAUlION:To reduce the rlsk of elec_ic shock, Donot_=_ve cover(orback). No us_t serviceable parts lnside. Refer selV_ng to quaUfied servlce peraonnel.
6 Ifanoutside antenna isconnected totheTVset,besurethe antenna system isgrounded soastoprovide someprotection against voltage surges andbuilt-up static charges. Section 810 oftheNational Electrical Codeprovides information withrespect toproper grounding ofthemastandsupporting structure, grounding ofthelead-in wiretoanantenna discharge unit,size ofgrounding conductors, location ofantenna discharge unit, connection requirements forthegrounding electrode.
WELCOME! Congratulations on your new television purchase! We thank you for choosing JVC. We know you are anxious to start watching your new television, but before you operate it, please read this guide and then keep it handy for future reference. After all you just bought a great IV with a lot of terrific features, you should know what each feature is and how to use it properly! Please note, as you read though reference.
Connections CONNECTIONS CHECKLIST - READ ME FIRST new rv. It is designed to help us not-so-technically-minded individuals make our connections properly. If you read this section and still can't identify the plugs, connectors and components you have, please I ask he someone Connections Checklist section of this guide is a list of ideas to keep in mind while you setup your for help in making your connections. 1) Always refer to the connection instructions user's guide for your components first.
Connections Cable and VCR Connections There are three basic types of antenna or cable connections: • If you have an antenna or have a cable system that does not require the use of a cable box to select channels, please refer to Diagram #1. • If you have a cable system that requires the use of a cable box to access all the channels, refer to Diagram #2.
Connections Audio/Video Connections -- Continued B CABLE BOX VCR ] 0 Illustration of AV-32150 1) Connect the antenna or cable TV wire from the wall outlet, in to the RF Input of the cable box. 2) Connect an RF cable from the cable box RF Output, in to the RF Input on the back of the VCR. 3) Connect an RF cable from the RF Output on the VCR, in to the RF Input on the back of the TV. 4) Connect the yellow video cable out from the VCR's Video Output, in to the TV's Video Input jack.
Connections Connecting to a Camcorder Illustration of AV-32150 1) Connect the white audio cable from the Camcorder's 2) If you have a stereo Camcorder, connect jack to the TV's Right Audio Input jack. 3) Connect Connecting the red audio cable from the Camcorder's a yellow video cable from the Camcorder's to an External Left Audio Output jack to the TV's Left Audio Input jack. Right Audio Output Video Output to the TV's Video Input jack.
Connections Connecting to JVC AV Compu Link Capable Components (All models except AV-32115) JVC's AV Compu Link feature makes playing video tapes totally automatic. Simply insert a pre-recorded tape* into your JVC-brand VCR and the VCR will automatically turn on and begin p!ayback_ At the same time, using the AV Compu Link, the VCR sends a signal to the television telling Itto turn on and switch to the proper video input to watch a video tape.
Getting Started REMOTE CONTROLS RM-C382 AV-36150 • AV-32150 AV-27150 RM-C381 AV-36120 • AV-32120 RM-C205 AV-32115 Changing the Batteries Be sure to use only size ,4,4 batteries. O Raise the latch on the remote's back cover or push down on the back cover and slide towards the bottom to remove it. O Insert two AA batteries (supplied), carefully noting the %" and "-" markings on the batteries and on the remote control. To avoid a potential short circuit, insert the "-" end first.
Getting Started POWER • Press the POWERbutton on the remote control or the front panel of the iV The ON TIMER lamp will glow red. • Make sure the TV/CATV switch on the remote is set to TV (RM-C381 and RM-C382 only). Move the switch to CATV only if you plan to operate a cable box. On the CATV setting the remote will only operate the cable box functions. • To turn the power off, press the Power button again. The ON TIMER lamp will go out.
Remote Programming Setting the CATV & VCR Codes You can program your remote to operate your cable box or satellite receiver by using the instructions and codes listed below. If the equipment does not respond to any of the codes listed below or to the code search function, use the remote control supplied by the manufacturer.
Remote Programming VCR setup The remote control is programmed with VCR codes for power on, power off, play, stop, fast-forward, rewind, channel up, and channel down operation. 1) Find the VCR brand from the list of codes shown below. 2) Slide the 2-way selector switch to "TV". 3) Press and hold down the DISPLAYbutton. 4) With the DISPLAYbutton held down, enter the first code number listed with the 10 key pad. 5) Release the DISPLAYbutton. 6) Confirm the operation of the VCR.
Using the Menu L____.__, O Using this Guide Pressing the UP or DOWN buttons let you: • Move vertically in a main menu screen • Move through a submenu screen SELECT OPERATE • Move to the next letter, number, or other choice in a submenu • Back up to correct an error • Scan through TV channels (when not in a menu screen) • • ,v i_ mill [] PREVIOUS {_ TINT '=_ COLOR PICTURE _=_ BRIGHT DETAIL I@I NEXT PAGE Up and Down arrows mean press the CHANNELUP or CHANNEL DOWNbuttons.
Plug In Menu Introduction Auto The Plug In Menu comes up automatically when you first turn on the TV after plugging it in.
Plug In Menu Set Set Clock Before you use any of your TV's timer functions, you must first set the clock. You may precisely set your clock using the XDS time signal broadcast by most Public Broadcasting stations. To set the clock using the XDS signal: Clock. Manual To set your clock manually (without using the XDS signal), choose MANUAL from the Set Clock menu and follow the steps belo_ MODE Enter the channel number of your local PBS station. AUTO TIME MANUAL --: ....
Menu Functions Channel Summary Channel Channel Summary allows you to customize the line-up of channels received by your TV You can add or delete channels from the line-up or prevent any unauthorized any o_"all 181 channels. Summary.
V-Chip V.Chip U.S. Your TV is equipped with V-Chip technology which enables TV Parental Guideline and Movie (MPAA) Guideline controls. V-Chip technology allows you to program your TV to receive, or not to receive, programs based on content according to the guidelines. Programs which exceed the ratings limits you set will be blocked. Programs with are appropriate RATING Programs SYSTEMS the following for Children. TVY is Appropriate Ratings for All Children.
V-Chip Directions to Block Viewing: Directions Line up the cursor in the column (TV PG, TV G, etc.) with the content row (V/FV, S, etc.) and press the • or • to move the cursor to the correct location. Press • or • to turn the locking feature on or off. An item is locked if the I_1 icon appears instead of a "--". For example.
V-Chip [3 R Restricted. Notes These films contain material that is explicit nature and is not recommended for unsupervised children under [3 N0-17 No One Under 17. the age of 17. would feel is too adult for their children Inappropriate Directions material for anyone to Block Movie under Examples to turn the locking 18. item is blocked if the _ icon appears instead of a "_".
V-Chip Accessing To access V.Chip Continued... Information: Rating information about • For Children's a certain program, press the V-CHIP button while viewing that program. A display like this will appear. Set If you decide you want to block this category 1: If you want to set your all programming above V-Chip settings Lock Code Channel Guard and V-Chip settings are protected by a four-digit Lock Code. Your TV comes pre-set with a Lock Code of "0000".
Picture Settings Tint Noise Tint allows you to adjust the levels of red and green in your TV picture.
Sound Settings Bass MTS (Multi.Channel You can increase or decrease the level of MTS technology allows several audio signals to be broadcast at once, giving you a choice in what you wish to hear with a TV program. In addition to mono or stereo sound, an MTS broadcast may low-frequency sound in the TV's audio with the Bass adjustment.
General Items On/Off Timer Timer The On/Off timer lets you program your television to turn itself on or off. You can use it as an alarm to wake up, to help you remember important programs, or as a decoy when you're not home. I_ Press the MENUbutton AV To ON/OFF TIMER • • To operate (begins Note If the television for PIP Models: is on when a timed event is about to start a Timer Preview window will appear.
General Items TV Speaker Closed If your TV is connected to a stereo system, you can turn off the TV speakers and listen to the audio through your stereo. Use this function to display the Closed Captioning text onscreen (when included in a broadcast).
Button Functions Menu Video The MENUbutton allows you to access JVC's onscreen menu system. Press MENUto activate the onscreen menu system. The VIDEOSTATUSbutton gives you a choice of • See individual topics (like "Sound Settings) for specific information on using menus. Exit Press the EXITbutton to leave a menu screen or to turn off the PIP feature (page 28). three TV picture display settings, display of your own preferences.
Button Functions Hyper Return+ Surround Creates a deep, three-dimensional sound effect by channeling the audio through the TV's front-firing speakers. Press the HYPERSURROUND button to turn the effect on or off. HYPERSURROUND ON • Hyper Surround is available except A V-32115. The RETURN+button has two functions: Return - Returns to the channel viewed just before the channel currently onscreen. Return+ - Lets you program a specific channel return to while scanning through the channels.
Button Functions- PIP PIP (Picture-In-Picture) FREEZE PIP displays two separate pictures on screen. Your television has 2-Tuner PIP, meaning you can view pictures from two different channels simultaneously. A special set of PIP control buttons are located on the upper part of the remote control. Descriptions of each button appear on this page. Use the FREEZEbutton to lock a single, still image onto the PIP window. Note: PIP is available on the following models only: AV-36150, AV-32150, AV-27150.
Troubleshooting There is no power • See if the power cord became unplugged. • Check for a blown fuse or circuit breaker or a power outage. There is no picture or sound • • • • Remote control is not ' operating at all properly or The antenna could be disconnected. The input mode could be set improperly. See page 26. The tuner (Auto Tuner Setup) could be set improperly. See page 15. The TV station may be having difficulties. Check to see if other stations are working.
JVC Limited Warranty For Canadian model televisions, see separate sheets for Warranty/Garantie and JVC Authorized Service Centers in Canada. JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA warrants this product and all parts thereof, except as set forth below ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AT RETAI to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP from the date of original retail purchase for the period shown below (the "Warranl Period") (PICTURE TUBE is covered for Two (2) years.
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Specifications MODEL AV-36150 AV-36120 AV-32150 AV-32120 AV-32115 ReceptionFormat NTSC,BTSCSystem (Multi-ChannelSound) ReceptionRange VHF2 to 13, UHF14 to 69 Sub Mid, Mid, Super,Hyperand Ultra bands (181 channelfrequency synthesizersystem) Power Consumption 130W/1.9A 125W/1.SA 130W/1.9A PowerSou_e ScreenSize 36 inch / 90 cm measureddiagonally full square 120W/1.