JVC LT-42DP8BJ User manual

Trade Mark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting
Project (1991 to 1996) Number : 4820, 4821, 4822
INSTRUCTIONS
WIDE LCD PANEL TV
LT-42DP8BJ
LT-37DP8BJ
LT-32DP8BJ
LCT2288-001B-U
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Dear Customer,
This apparatus is in conformance with the valid European directives and standards regarding electromagnetic
compatibility and electrical safety.
European representative of Victor Company of Japan, Limited is:
JVC Technology Centre Europe GmbH
Postfach 10 05 52
61145 Friedberg
Germany
Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment
Attention:
This symbol is only
valid in the European
Union.
[European Union]
This symbol indicates that the electrical and electronic equipment should not be disposed as
general household waste at its end-of-life. Instead, the product should be handed over to the
applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment for proper
treatment, recovery and recycling in accordance with your national legislation.
By disposing of this product correctly, you will help to conserve natural resources and will
help prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more information
about collection point and recycling of this product, please contact your local municipal
office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national
legislation.
(Business users)
If you wish to dispose of this product, please visit our web page www.jvc-europe.com to
obtain information about the take-back of the product.
[Other Countries outside the European Union]
If you wish to dispose of this product, please do so in accordance with applicable national
legislation or other rules in your country for the treatment of old electrical and electronic
equipment.
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PREPARE USE SETTING TROUBLE?IMPORTANT
Contents
First things first!
z Warning.........................................................3
Getting started
z Names of all the parts ...................................5
z Basic connections .........................................7
z Connecting external devices.........................9
z Initial settings .............................................. 11
z Editing analogue channels..........................15
Let’s try it out
z Enjoy your new TV!.....................................17
z Watching analogue channels......................19
z Viewing teletext...........................................21
z Watching videos / DVDs .............................23
z Message board ...........................................25
Try the advanced features
z Useful functions ..........................................27
z Operate JVC recorders and other devices ..... 29
Just the way you like it
z Customising your TV...................................31
When you have trouble
z Troubleshooting ..........................................39
z Technical Information ..................................42
z “CH/CC” List................................................45
z Specifications ..............................................46
Digital terrestrial broadcasting (DVB-T)
gDigital channels
Analogue terrestrial broadcasting
(VHF / UHF) and analogue cable TV
gAnalogue channels
WATCHING DIGITAL
CHANNELS (Separate manual)
z Watching digital channels .......................... 1
z Using EPG................................................. 5
z Customising your TV ................................. 7
z Troubleshooting ....................................... 19
z Technical Information............................... 21
occasions!
25
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Message board
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Warning Please follow all the guidelines below
Follow this manual
regarding setup!
zConnect only to a 220 - 240 V, 50 Hz AC
outlet.
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.
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.
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.)
Never try to repair
the TV yourself!
gIf the problem cannot be solved
in “Troubleshooting” (P. 39),
unplug the power cord and
contact your retailer.
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.)
zIf you have cut or damaged
the power cord.
g“Technical Information” (P. 42)
zTo change the fuse in power plugs
g“Technical Information” (P. 42)
For more details on installation, usage and safety gConsult your retailer
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IMPORTANT PREPARE USE SETTING TROUBLE?
On disposal of the
TV!
zFollow the instruction in
“Information for Users on
Disposal of Old Equipment”
(P. i).
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.
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.
Never dismantle the
rear panel!
zIt may cause an electric shock.
Never obstruct the
ventilation holes!
zIt may cause overheating or a fire.
Handle LCD panel
with care!
zUse a soft, dry cloth when cleaning.
If the TV is damaged
or behaving
strangely, stop using
it at once!
gUnplug the power cord and
contact your retailer.
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Names of all the parts
TV/AV
MENU/OK
P
Remote control
sensor
Power lamp
ON: Lit (Green)
OFF: Unlit
zThe power lamp will light in
green or orange during
recording. g
zWhen “Power Lamp” is set to “Off”, the
Power lamp will not light up.
g“Power Lamp” (P. 36)
WATCHING DIGITAL CHANNELS
“Timer” (P. 10)
Switch between TV
(digital / analogue channels)
and AV devices (P. 24)
Display on-screen menu /
set
Change channel / page
Volume
Power On / Off
To headphones (P. 9)
Eco Sensor
g“What is “Eco
Mode”?” (P. 43)
Change the direction of TV Check accessories
WARNING:
Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive
heat such as direct sunshine, fire or the like.
TradeMarkof the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting
Project(1991to 1996) Number : 4820, 4821, 4822
INSTRUCTIONS
WIDELCD PANEL TV
LT-42DP8BJ
LT-37DP8BJ
LT-32DP8BJ
LCT2288-001A-U
Remote control
(RM-C1911)
“AAA/R03” Batteries
(For confirming the TV works)
User manual
“INSTRUCTIONS”
(this book)
Beforereading this manual
Readthe separate user manual (INSTRUCTIONS), “IMPORTANT”section (P. 3 - 4),
andunderstand how to use the TV safely. After that follow the instructions in the
“PREPARE”section (P.5 - 16) to connect the aerial and other external devices to
theTV, and configure thesettings for the TV.
LCT2289-001A-U
Digitalterrestrial broadcasting (DVB-T)
gDigitalchannels
Analogueterrestrial broadcasting
(VHF/ UHF) and analogue cable TV
gAnaloguechannels
Contents
Watchingdigitalchannels ................................. 1
Displaythe programme information .............. 3
Viewsubtitles................................................ 3
Selectaudiolanguage .. ................................ 4
Viewteletext information............................... 4
UsingEPG........................................ ................ 5
CustomisingyourTV ............... .........................7
Timer ................ ......................... .................... 9
EditPR (Edit PR List)............ ..................... 11
Configuration .................. ............................13
Setup ..................... ..................................... 15
Installation .................... .............................. 17
Troubleshooting..............................................19
TechnicalInformation......................................21
USE SETTING TROUBLE?
Thismanual only provides
informationon watching digital
channels.Other information is
explainedin the
“INSTRUCTIONS”.Please read
boththis manual and the
“INSTRUCTIONS”manual.
WATCHINGDIGITAL CHANNELS Separate manual
“WATCHING DIGITAL
CHANNELS”
Tidying the cables
LT-37DP8BJ / LT-42DP8BJ
zLT-32DP8BJ is not equipped with cable clamp.
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IMPORTANT PREPARE USE SETTING TROUBLE?
TV/DTV
When watching TV / Video
Insert the batteries
Use two “AAA/R03” dry cell
batteries. Insert the batteries from
the -end, making sure the +and
-polarities are correct.
Power On / Off
Switch between “TV / VCR /
DVR / DVD / HC” (P. 29)
Change channel / page
To input characters (P. 25)
Watch video, etc. (P. 23)
Select and confirm settings in
menus
To the previous menu
Change channel / page
Mute
Channel information
(P. 19)
Switch digital / analogue
channels
View teletext (P. 21)
Volume
Colour buttons
Display on-screen menu
(P. 31)
Change the aspect ratio (P. 27)
Change the “MaxxAudio”
setting (P. 27)
Take a snapshot of the
screen (P. 28)
View in multi-picture mode (P. 28)
Display the message board
When viewing analogue channels
When viewing teletext (P. 21)
(Analogue channels)
Choose a favourite channel (P. 19)
Message Board (P. 25)
Operate JVC recorders and other
devices (P. 29)
For more information, please read the separate manual (WATCHING DIGITAL
CHANNELS).
“Watching digital channels” (P. 1)
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Basic connections
Please read the user manuals of each device carefully before setup.
It is necessary to connect an aerial to watch TV.
Connect with other devices g“Connecting external devices” (P. 9)
Care when setting
Power requirements
zConnect the power cord only to a 220 - 240 V, 50 Hz
AC outlet.
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.
z200 mm x 200 mm mount which conforms to VESA
standards.
Installation requirements
zTo avoid overheating, ensure the unit has ample
room.
AERIAL
zAfter all the connections have been made, insert the plug into an AC outlet.
Connect the aerial
200 mm
150 mm 50 mm 150 mm 50 mm
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