JVC LT-42S90B User manual

INSTRUCTIONS
WIDE LCD PANEL TV
LT-42S90B
LCT2426-001A-H
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Dear Customer,
This TV is designed for the European market. Please note that the following items are not supported.
0On-screen display and teletext in languages other than the European languages. (P. 13, 18)
0Country setting for countries other than the European countries. (P. 13, 28)
0Refer to “Using the cable adapter provided” (P. 8).
Note
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Warning Please follow all the guidelines below
Follow this manual regarding
setup!
zConnect only to a 220 - 240 V,
50 / 60 Hz AC outlet.
Unplug the power cord when
going out!
zThe power buttons
on the remote
control and the TV
unit cannot
completely turn off
the TV. (Make
appropriate arrangements for
bedridden people.)
Make enough room for inserting
and removing the power plug!
Place the TV as close to the
outlet as possible!
zEven if the TV’s power
lamp is unlit, the main
power supply is not cut
off unless the power cord
is unplugged. The main
power supply for this TV is
controlled by inserting or
removing the power plug.
Never cut or damage the power
cord!
zIf the power plug is
not the right shape, or
the power cord is not
long enough, use an
appropriate plug
adapter or extension
cable. (Consult your retailer.)
Never try to repair the TV
yourself!
gIf the problem cannot be
solved in
“Troubleshooting” (P. 30),
unplug the power cord and
contact your retailer.
For more details on installation, usage and safety gConsult your retailer
When attaching the TV to the
wall, use the optional JVC
wall mounting unit!
zConsult a qualified technician.
zSee the included manual on
mounting procedures.
zJVC assumes no responsibility
for damage due to improper
mounting.
Do not allow the TV to fall!
zDo not rest your elbows on, or allow children to hang from the TV.
There is a risk that the TV will fall and cause injuries.
zMake use of the hole on the back of the stand to prevent the TV
from falling easily. (P. 8)
If the TV is damaged or
behaving strangely, stop
using it at once!
gUnplug the power cord
and contact your retailer.
Take care when handling the
glossy finish!
zFor more details, see P. 7.
Handle LCD panel with care!
zUse a soft, dry cloth when
cleaning.
Never dismantle the rear panel!
zIt may cause an electric shock.
Never place anything on the
TV!
Never expose to rain or
moisture!
Never insert objects into the
cabinet openings!
zIt may cause a fatal
electric shock. Take
care when children
are near.
Never obstruct the ventilation
holes!
zIt may cause overheating or a
fire.
zPlacing liquids,
naked flames,
cloths, paper, etc. on
the TV may cause a
fire.
zTo prevent fire or
electric shock, never
allow liquids to enter
the unit.
Never listen to headphones at
high volume!
zIt may damage your hearing.
Hold the TV so as not to scratch
the screen!
zDo not touch the screen when
carrying the TV.
Do not carry the TV on
your own!
zIn order to prevent
accidents, ensure that
the TV is carried by
two or more people.
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Please read “Getting started” (P. 8 - 15).
The main descriptions are in the following pages.
Contents
Connecting the
external devices
and aerial
Choosing a video
connection
Initial settings
Editing channels
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Suomi
Română
Türkçe
Language
Svenska
Norsk
Dansk
Nederlands
Castellano
Italiano
Deutsch
Français
English
Català
Português
Magyar
Polski
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First things first! zWarning............................................ 2
Getting started zRemote control.................................. 4
zNames and functions of parts ........... 6
zGetting started .................................. 8
Let’s try it out
Try the advanced features
zEnjoy your new TV!......................... 16
zWatching TV.................................... 17
zViewing teletext............................... 18
zWatching videos / DVDs ................. 19
zUseful functions .............................. 20
Just the way you like it zConfiguring your remote control...... 22
zCustomising your TV....................... 24
Picture............................................ 24
Features (sub menu)...................... 25
Sound............................................. 26
Features......................................... 27
Set Up ............................................ 28
When you have trouble zTroubleshooting .............................. 30
zTechnical information ...................... 32
z“CH/CC” list..................................... 33
zSpecifications .................................. 34
To set up your TV
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The functions of the remote control buttons are explained as
follows.
This remote control can be configured to operate up to four
different devices simply by changing the remote code.
“Configuring your remote control” (P. 22)
Mute.
Turn on / off (standby) the TV.
Enter channel / page number.
Channel information. “Watching TV” (P. 17)
Watch video etc. “Watching videos / DVDs” (P. 19)
Colour buttons:
Select a page when viewing teletext.
Operate functions in menus.
Switch between “TV / STB / DVD / AUDIO”.
(P. 22)
STB
AUDIO
Return to TV.
Display on-screen menu. “Customising your TV” (P. 24)
Select and confirm settings in menus.
Change channel / page.
Volume control.
View teletext. “Viewing teletext” (P. 18)
To the previous channel.
Hold the current page when viewing teletext. (P. 19)
Display your favourite list when viewing teletext. (P. 18)
Remote control
TV
LCD
STB
AUDIO
F.T/L
TOP MENU
GUIDE
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zFor buttons that can be used to operate other devices, refer to
“Configuring your remote control” (P. 22).
Display hidden information when viewing teletext. (P. 19)
Enlarge the text when viewing teletext. (P. 19)
Choose a favourite channel. (P. 17)
Display sub-pages when viewing teletext. (P. 18)
Save your favourite page when viewing teletext. (P. 18)
Switch briefly from teletext to TV when viewing teletext. (P. 19)
Display the index page when viewing teletext. (P. 19)
Change the aspect ratio. (P. 20)
Turn on “3D Cinema Sound”. (P. 20)
Change the sound mode or language. (P. 21)
Set the sleep timer. (P. 21)
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Peel off the protection films pasted on the glossy finish of the TV after the TV
has been placed properly. (P. 7)
Touch sensor panel operation
䡵Touch on the function name to operate the function
䡵Operate the menus
Use as “MENU” button or “OK” button.
Use as “ ” and “ ” buttons.
Use as “ ” and “ ” buttons.
zFor details on menu operations, refer to “Customising your TV”
(P. 24).
Change the direction of TV
Power lamp
ON: Lit
OFF: Unlit
zWhen “Power Lamp” is set to “Off”,
the power lamp will not light up.
g“Power Lamp” (P. 27)
Remote control
sensor
Eco Sensor
g“What is “Eco Sensor”?”
(P. 32)
Note
Volume
Switch to an external input. (P. 19)
Change channel.
Menu operation.
Turn on / off (standby) the TV.
zYou will hear a beep if you have touched
the button correctly.
Names and functions of parts
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To prevent scratches on the panel, lay a piece of soft cloth on an even
platform and place the TV onto it.
Be careful when handling the glossy finish of the TV
The glossy finish of the TV scratches easily.
zProtection films have been pasted onto the glossy finish of the TV to
prevent scratches. Peel off the films after the TV has been placed properly.
zIf the glossy finish gets dirty, clear the dust off the glossy finish first. Then
wipe softly with the cleaning cloth provided. If you do not clear the dust
first, or you wipe the glossy finish too hard, or a cleaning cloth other than
the one provided is used, the glossy finish may be scratched.
Attach the stand to the TV
1
2
When attaching the TV to the wall
Handling the glossy finish of the TV
Seal up the two holes at the
bottom of the TV using the plates
provided. Peel off the protection
films on the plates. Then peel the
plates from the paper and stick
them on the holes.
Glossy finish
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Please read P. 9 - 15 of this manual to set up your TV.
zStand, stand cover, screws and plates are also included. For details, refer
to page 7.
Using the cable adapter provided
Use the cable adapter provided when connecting your external devices
(not equipped with scart connectors) to this TV’s scart connectors.
zFor detailed connection methods, refer to connection E and F on
page 11.
zIt is not necessary to use both the video and S-Video connections at the
same time.
Follow the instructions on page 7 to attach the stand provided to the TV.
zPlace the TV on a flat and stable location.
䡵Power requirements
zConnect the power cord only to a 220 - 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz AC outlet.
䡵When attaching the TV to the wall, use the optional JVC wall mounting unit
zConsult a qualified technician.
zSee the included manual on mounting procedures.
zJVC assumes no responsibility for damage due to improper mounting.
zMounting holes for wall mounting unit:
M6 x 4, 400 mm x 200 mm
Depth of screw hole is 10 mm from the surface of the TV.
zSeal up the two holes at the bottom of the TV with the plates provided.
(P. 7)
Use two “AAA/R03” dry cell batteries. Insert the batteries from the -end,
making sure the +and -polarities are correct.
Check accessories
Remote control
RM-C1932
“AAA/R03” Batteries
(For confirming the TV
works)
Cleaning cloth
(For details on using the
cleaning cloth, see P. 7.)
WARNING:
Batteries shall not be exposed to
excessive heat such as direct
sunshine, fire or the like.
Cable adapter
Input selector switch
S-Video
Video
Audio (R)
Audio (L / MONO) Cable adapter
(provided)
S-Video, video and
audio cable
EXT-1, EXT-2
Install your TV
䡵Installation requirements
zTo avoid overheating, ensure the
unit has ample room.
zTo prevent the TV from falling,
thread the belt through the hole on
the back of the stand and secure it
to the TV rack, etc.
Insert the batteries
200 mm
150 mm 50 mm 150 mm 50 mm
Hole
Belt and screw (not provided)
If this symbol is shown,
it is only valid in the
European Union.
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Make sure all the devices and the TV are turned off.
The names of the devices shown in the following illustration are examples.
The alphabets A, B, C, D, E, F, G and H indicate the type of connections.
Refer to P. 10 - 11 to find the best connections that are possible with your
devices.
zPlease read the user manuals of each device before setting up.
zConnecting cables are not supplied with this TV.
zYou can tidy the cables using the cable clamp on the back of the stand.
Connecting your external devices
Note
Audio system
Satellite broadcast tuner
VCR / DVD recorder
EXT-1 AUDIO
OUT
EXT-4
(HDMI 1)
EXT-5
(HDMI 2)
EXT-6
(HDMI 3)
HD Video camera
Digital Satellite broadcast tuner
DVD player
Video camera
Game consoles
Not available.
(For service adjustments)
DVD player
D/E/F*
D/E/F*
C/G
A/B
AA
H
EXT-2 EXT-3
Headphones
A
B
C
* For connection D - F, use the cable adapter
provided to connect the audio cables, video
cables or S-Video cables. This cable adapter
can be used only for video/audio inputs from
the external devices. TV output from the
EXT-1 terminal and video/audio signal output
from the EXT-2 terminal are not available
with this adapter. (P. 11)
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Choose your best connection
You can connect your TV to other devices in different ways. Check your
devices and choose the best connection. In addition, please read “Notes”
before using.
Please do not change any of the menu settings before completing the “Initial
settings” (P. 13). Otherwise, the “Initial settings” will not start automatically.
Picture
quality Other devices Connecting cables Connect to your TV Available signals Notes
Best
A
HDMI HDMI cable
EXT-4
EXT-5
EXT-6
Input
zHDMI (digital)
SD: 576i (625i), 480i (525i)
ED: 576p (625p), 480p (525p)
HD: 1080i (1125i),
1080p (1125p) / 24Hz,
1080p (1125p) / 50Hz,
1080p (1125p) / 60Hz, 720p (750p)
Audio L / R
If there is no sound,
change the “HDMI-1
Audio Setting”
(P. 28).
BDVI
Audio DVI-HDMI cable,
Audio cable
EXT-4
EXT-3: L and R jacks
Input
zDVI (digital)
ED: 576p (625p), 480p (525p)
HD: 1080i (1125i),
1080p (1125p) / 24Hz,
1080p (1125p) / 50Hz,
1080p (1125p) / 60Hz, 720p (750p)
zAudio L / R (analogue)
If there is no sound,
change the “HDMI-1
Audio Setting”
(P. 28).
Better
C
Component
video and Audio
Component video cable,
Audio cable
EXT-3
Input
zComponent (analogue)
SD: 576i (625i), 480i (525i)
ED: 576p (625p), 480p (525p)
HD: 1080i (1125i), 720p (750p)
zAudio L / R (analogue)
Change the EXT-3
setting from “ ”
(composite) to “ ”
(component). (P. 29)
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SCART
(Euroconnector)
SCART cable
EXT-1
Input
zComposite video (analogue)
zRGB input (analogue)
zAudio L / R (analogue)
Output
zAnalogue TV out (composite video and
audio L/R) (analogue)
EXT-2
Input
zComposite video (analogue)
zS-Video (analogue)
zAudio L / R (analogue)
If you want to input
the S-Video signal,
change the
“Ext Setting”. (P. 29)
Output
zDubbing out (composite video and audio
L/R) (analogue)
Select the dubbing
source in
“Ext Setting”. (P. 29)
E
S-Video and
audio
EXT-2
Input
zS-Video (analogue)
zAudio L / R (analogue)
This connection does not support outputs
from the EXT terminals.
Set EXT-2 in the
“Ext Setting” to “S-In”.
(P. 29)
Set the input selector
switch to “Y/C”. (P. 8)
F
Video and audio
EXT-1
EXT-2
Input
zComposite video (analogue)
zAudio L / R (analogue)
This connection does not support outputs
from the EXT terminals.
Set the input selector
switch to “CVBS”.
(P. 8)
Good
G
Video and audio cable EXT-3: V, L, R jacks
Input
zComposite video (analogue)
zAudio L / R (analogue)
Change the EXT-3
setting from “ ”
(component) to “ ”
(composite). (P. 29)
Cable adapter
(P. 8)
S-Video and
audio cable
Cable adapter
(P. 8)
Video and audio
cable
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Audio system Connecting cables Connect to your TV Available signals Notes
H
Audio input Audio cable AUDIO OUT
Output
zAudio L / R (analogue)
You cannot listen to the sound from a
device with connection A and B.
Connecting the aerial
AERIAL
zAfter all the connections have been made, insert the plug into an
AC outlet.
Connect the aerial
AERIAL
Connect a VCR / DVD recorder
zAfter all the connections have been made, insert the plug into an
AC outlet.
VCR / DVD recorder
EXT-2
EXT-1
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The initial settings will begin automatically when the TV is turned
on for the very first time. Follow the on-screen instructions to
perform the settings.
1Turn on
zIf the remote control doesn’t work,
confirm that the mode is set to “TV”.
2Start initial settings
zIf the JVC logo does not appear, refer to “To perform initial
settings again”.
3Select a language
This TV is designed for the European market and does not
support languages other than the European languages. The
on-screen displays shown in this manual are in English so
please select “English” for better understanding.
䡵To the previous screen g
䡵Exit g
䡵If you wish to make changes later
g“Language” and “Auto Program” (P. 28)
4Select the country of installation
Although your country is not listed in the “Country” menu,
selecting “Deutschland” and performing “Auto Program” will
correctly register the programmes in your country.
5Automatically register channels
6Check what was registered
䡵To edit channels
g“Editing channels” (P. 14)
7Finish
䡵To perform initial settings again
Take note that performing initial settings again will cause all
channel related settings to be lost. Press the “MENU” button to
display the menu, then press and hold the number button “1”
for more than 3 seconds to start initial settings.
Initial settings
Suomi
Română
Türkçe
Language
Svenska
Norsk
Dansk
Nederlands
Castellano
Italiano
Deutsch
Français
English
Català
Português
Magyar
Polski
Bset
Aselect
select
Belgium
Nederland
Italia
España
France
Deutschland
United Kingdom
Country
Norge
Suomi
Sverige
Österreich
Danmark
Switzerland
Ireland
Auto Program
(blue)
Auto Program
CH 02
0%
select a channel
_ _ _ _ _ _
AV
PR ID
Edit
CH/CC
01 CH
02 CH
03 CH
04
05
06
07
CH
CH
CC
CC
02
03
04
05
06
01
02
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You can edit the channel list.
Editing channels
1Display the “Edit” menu
2Edit channels
䡵To the previous menu
g
䡵Exit
g
3Finish
Aselect
Bnext Bnext
Aselect
Select “Set Up” Select “Edit/Manual” Display the menu bar
_ _ _ _ _ _
AV
PR ID
Edit
CH/CC
01 02CH
02 03CH
03 04CH
04
05
06
07
05CH
06CH
01CC
02CC
select a
channel
Select channel Select edit function
ID
Insert Delete
Manual
Move Next
Move Move a channel’s position (PR)
ID Edit a channel name (ID)
Insert Insert a new channel directly by entering the
CH/CC number
Delete Delete a channel
zPressing the button deletes the channel.
set
select
䡵When selecting a preset name from the “ID List”
Bset
Aselect character
Bmove position
Cset
Aselect
enter the first
character (blue)
䡵N
am
i
ng a c
h
anne
l
z“CH/CC” list g(P. 33)
Select a “CH/CC”
zReceives the
broadcast signal.
Enter a number
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Manual Register a new channel
zPress the red or green button. Auto-search begins, and the nearest
frequency is imported.
gRepeat the previous steps until the desired channel is displayed.
ASearch a channel Fine tune BSet
Select a system
zIf necessary, press Xto
change the broadcasting
system.
g“Sound and colour system
in your country or region”
(P. 32)
AV
PR ID
Manual
CH/CC
01
02 03CH
03 04CH
04
05
06
07
05CH
06CH
01CC
02CC
(B / G)
_ _ _ _ _ _
02CH
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Watching TV
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20
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Useful functions
Viewing teletext 24
PAGE
Watching videos / DVDs
Picture
19
PAGE
䡵Picture settings
(Picture Mode, Features, etc.)
䡵Sound settings
(Stereo/t-u, 3D Cinema Sound,
etc.)
䡵Set Up settings
(Auto Program, Language, etc.)
䡵Features settings
(Sleep Timer / Child Lock, etc.)
Customising your TV
䡵Change the aspect ratio
䡵Change the sound mode or language
䡵3D Cinema Sound
䡵Emphasize the bass sound
䡵Set the sleep timer
PR List
09
08
07
06
05
04
03
02
01
_ _ _ _ _ _
AV
PR ID
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zSwitch between mono / stereo / bilingual broadcasting
g“Stereo/t-u” (P. 21)
zUsing the TV buttons
g“Names and functions of parts” (P. 6).
zTo soften the picture for daily use, change the setting in
“Picture Mode” g“Picture Mode” (P. 24)
Channel information and clock
Register a channel to a button (Favourite channel)
1Turn on
zIf the remote control doesn’t work,
confirm that the mode is set to “TV”.
zPress again to turn the screen off and
put the TV into standby mode.
zTo completely turn off the TV, unplug the power plug.
2Select a channel
䡵Using PR list
䡵To the previous channel g
The power lamp on the TV lights.
PR List
zSelect a page gselect
Bview
Aselect
zClose PR List
䡵Press a channel number 䡵Move up or down a channel
E.g.
15 :
1 :
up
down
PR List
09
08
07
06
05
04
03
02
01
_ _ _ _ _ _
AV
PR ID
Note
While the channel is displayed
Press the number to register it on
The following “Picture” and “Sound” menu settings applied to the
channel will be stored in the favourite channel as well.
zPicture Mode / Digital VNR / DigiPure (P. 24 - 25)
zSurround / Bass Boost / MaxxBass (P. 26)
䡵Recall the favourite channel
䡵Check your favourite channels
gPress “ ” and confirm that the channels you have
registered have a beside them.
䡵Delete a favourite channel g“Favourite Setting” (P. 27)
Note
12:00
1
zPressing the button once displays the “PR List”.
zTime is displayed only when teletext broadcasting can be
received.
(No indication)
Time
Channel information
Set 1-4?
Hold down for 3 seconds
Programmed! Disappears after a
few seconds
Note
Favourite 1-4?
Watching TV
䡵Mute
䡵Volume
Press the number you registered
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This TV can display TV broadcasts and teletext on the same channel in two
windows. This TV does not support teletext in languages other than the
European languages.
View sub-pages
Display sub-pages
Bookmark your favourite page
F. T / L
(red) (green)
updown
䡵Move up or down a page
䡵Release gPress “ ” again
F.T/L
1Display your favourites list
2Select a coloured button to save your page to
3Enter the number of the page to save
4Save
䡵Recall your favourite page
1 Display your favourites list
2 Press a coloured button
(red) (green) (yellow) (blue)
䡵Exit g
(red) (green) (yellow) (blue)
Viewing teletext
1
2Enter a teletext page
䡵Move up or down a
page
TEXT
TV TEXT
up
down
When watching TV
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