JVC 1299-TN-JII-JMT User manual

TV/VCR COMBO
USER'S GUIDE
For Model
TV-20241
IMPORTANT NOTE TO THE CUSTOMER
In the space below, enter the 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.
Serial Number

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
CAUTION:
Please read and retain for your safety.
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This TV
set has been engineered and manufactured to assure your
personal safety. But improper use can result in potential electri-
cal shock or fire hazards. In order not to defeat the safeguards
incorporated in this TV set, observe the following basic rules
for its installation, use and servicing.
And also follow all warnings and instructions marked on your
TV set.
INSTALLATION
1Your TV set is equipped with a polarized AC line plug (one
blade of the plug is wider than the other).
This safety feature allows the plug to fit into the power outlet
only one way. Should you be unable to insert the plug fully
into the outlet, try reversing the plug.
Should it still fail to fit, contact your electrician.
2Operate the TV set only from a power source as indicated
on the TV set or refer to the operating instructions for this
information. If you are not sure of the type of power supply
to your home, consult your TV set dealer or local power
company. For battery operation, refer to the operating
instructions.
3Overloaded AC outlets and extension cords are dangerous,
and so are frayed power cords and broken plugs. They may
result in a shock or fire hazard. Call your service technician
for replacement.
4Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord,
and do not place the TV set where power cord is subject to
traffic or abuse. This may result in a shock or fire hazard.
5Do not use this TV set near water — for example, near a
bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near swimming pool, etc.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
TV SET TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: TO INSURE PERSONAL SAFETY,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
RULES REGARDING THE USE OF
THIS UNIT.
1. Operate only from the power source speci-
fied on the unit.
2. Avoid damaging the AC plug and power cord.
3. Avoid Improper installation and never posi-
tion the unit where good ventilation is unat-
tainable.
4. Do not allow objects or liquid into the cabi-
net openings.
5. In the event of trouble, unplug the unit and
call a service technician. Do not attempt to
repair it yourself or remove the rear cover.
Changes or modifications not approved by JVC
could void the warranty.
* When you don’t use this TV set for a long
period of time, be sure to disconnect both the
power plug from the AC outlet and antenna for
your safety.
* To prevent electric shock do not use this
polarized plug with an extension cord, recepta-
cle or other outlet unless the blades can be
fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:To reduce therisk of electric shock.
Do notremove cover(or back).
No userserviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing toqualified service personnel.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of uninsulated “dan-
gerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to consti-
tute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral tri-
angle is intended to alert the user to the pres-
ence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accom-
panying the appliance.
CAUTION
(POLARIZED-TYPE)
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

6If an outside antenna is connected to the TV set, be sure the
antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection
against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810
of the National Electrical Code 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 requirements for the grounding electrode.
7An outside antenna system should not be located in the
vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or
power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or
circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme
care should be taken to keep from touching such power
lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
8TV sets are provided with ventilation openings in the cabinet
to allow heat generated during operation to be released.
Therefore:
—Never block the bottom ventilation slots of a portable TV
set by placing it on a bed, sofa, rug, etc.
— Never place a TV set in a “built-in” enclosure unless
proper ventilation is provided.
— Never cover the openings with a cloth or other material.
— Never placethe TV setnear orover aradiatoror heat register.
9To avoid personal injury:
—DonotplaceaTVsetonaslopingshelfunless properly secured.
— Use only a cart or stand recommended by the TV set
manufacturer.
—Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresh-
olds or deep pile carpets.
— Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer’s
instructions, and should use a mounting kit approved by
the manufacturer.
USE
10 Caution children about dropping orpushing objects intothe TV set
through cabinet openings. Someinternal parts carryhazardous
voltages and contact canresult ina fireor electrical shock.
11 Unplug the TV set from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do
not use liquid or an aerosol cleaner.
12 Never addaccessoriestoaTV set thathas notbeen designed for
this purpose. Suchadditionsmay result ina hazard.
13 For added protection of the TV set during a lightning storm or
when the TV set is to be left unattended for an extended peri-
od of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna. This will prevent damage to product due tolightning
storms or power line surges.
14 A TV set and cart combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause
the TV set and cart combination to overturn.
SERVICE
15 Unplug this TV set from the wall outlet andrefer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the TV set.
C. If the TV set has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the TV set does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
covered in the operating instructions as improper adjust-
ment of other controls may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore
the TV set to normal operation.
E. If theTVset has beendroppedor damagedin any way.
F. When the TV set exhibits a distinct change in perform-
ance — this indicates a need for service.
16 Do not attempt to service this TV set yourself as opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service person-
nel.
17 When replacement parts are required, have the service tech-
nician verify in writing that the replacement parts he uses
have the same safety characteristics as the original parts.
Use of manufacturer’s specified replacement parts can pre-
vent fire, shock, or other hazards.
18 Upon completion of any service or repairs to this TV set,
please ask the service technician to perform the safety check
described in the manufacturer’s service literature.
19 When a TV set reaches the end of its useful life, improper dis-
posal could result in a picture tube implosion. Ask a qualified
service technician to dispose of the TV set.
20 Note to CATV system installer.
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that pro-
vides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular,
specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building, as close to the point of
cable entry as practical.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

Precautions About Video
Precautions for Recording TV
Programs
About Copyright
The recordings you make from TV programs or pre-
recorded tapes cannot be used without permission from
the copyright holders, except when they are used solely
for personal enjoyment.
Trial Recording Before Making Important
Recordings
Make a trial recording before an important program to be
sure that you can record and playback audio and video
properly.
Disclaimer:
JVC assumes no liability for failure to record or playback
audio and video properly with this unit.
Precautions About Video Cassettes
Keep these points in mind while working with video
cassettes.
Recording
• If you record on a previously recorded tape, the
original content will be automatically erased.
• Video cassettes cannot be reversed or “flipped over”
like audio cassettes.
Handling Cassettes Properly
• To store cassettes, place them inside their cases.
The cases should then be stored vertically.
• Do not drop cassettes, or give them any other hard
shock.
• Rewind cassettes before storing.
• Do not repeatedly load and unload tapes without
running them in between.
Do Not Store in the Following Places
• Exposed to direct sunlight or near a heating device.
• Exposed to excessive humidity, smoke, or dust.
• Near a strong magnet (including speakers).
Prevent Accidental Erasure
Remove the small plastic tab at the rear of the cassette.
Without this tab, the cassette cannot be used for record-
ing. It is recommended that you remove the tabs from
important cassettes to prevent accidental erasure. To
record on a cassette whose tabs have been removed,
cover the tab hole with two layers of adhesive tape.
Precautions About Moisture
Condensation
What is Moisture Condensation?
When you put cold water into a glass, water droplets
form on its surface. This phenomenon is called moisture
condensation.
If Moisture Condensation Occurs
The video unit may fail to operate, or may operate errati-
cally potentially damaging the unit and video cassettes.
When Does Condensation Occur?
• When equipment is moved from a colder to a warmer
place.
• Immediately after a room heater is started.
• When the unit is exposed to a cold air flow (like from
an air conditioner).
• In high humidity or when steam is present.
To Prevent Condensation
• Wait about an hour before operating the unit so that it
can become accustomed to the room conditions.
• Provide proper ventilation.
If the unit fails to operate or operates poorly and you
think condensation may be the cause, turn the unit’s
power off and wait a few hours before trying to operate
the unit again.
Enjoying Clear Video
Cleaning the Video Heads
After a long, or frequent use, the video heads inside the
unit may become dirty, possibly resulting in poor picture
quality. To prevent this from happening, it is
recommended you clean the unit frequently with a head
cleaning cassette (TCL-2 or 3, sold separately).
If Video Quality is Still Poor After Cleaning
Try cleaning the unit two or three times instead of just
once. If the repeated cleaning still fails to produce better
picture quality, an internal malfunction may be the
cause. Call your local dealer for servicing.
VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of
Gemstar Development Corporation.
The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license
from Gemstar Development Corporation.
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CONNECTIONS
Connections Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Front Panel Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Cable or Antenna Connection s. . . . . . . . . 7
Connecting to a Camcorder . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connecting to Headphones. . . . . . . . . . . 8
GETTING STARTED
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Adjusting Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Changing Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Setting the CATV & Satellite Codes . . . . . . 11
MENU FUNCTIONS
Using the Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Plug In Menu
Language. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Auto Tuner Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . 13
VCR Plus+ Guide Setup. . . . . . . . 14
Set Clock
Semi-Auto (XDS). . . . . . . . 15
Manual. . . . . . . . . . . 15
Finish. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Channel Summary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
V-Chip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Set Lock Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Picture Settings
Tint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Color . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Bright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Sound Settings
Bass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Treble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
MTS (Multi-channel TV Sound) . . . . 22
Some Sound Advice . . . . . . . . . . 22
General Items
On/Off Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Closed Caption . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Noise Muting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
VCR FUNCTIONS
VCR Basics
Load Videocassette. . . . . . . . . . 24
Find Program Start. . . . . . . . . . . 24
Start Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Stop Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
VCR FUNCTIONS - continued
Simple Recording. . . . . . . . . . . 24
Tape Counter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Ejecting the Cassette . . . . . . . . . 24
VCR Menu
Regular VCR Programming. . . . . . 25
Recording Speed. . . . . . . . . . . 26
Auto SP EP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Repeat Play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
V. Stabilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
VCR Plus+. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
General VCR Items
Timer Recording Troubleshooting . . 28
Instant Timer Recording. . . . . . . . 28
BUTTON FUNCTIONS - TV
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Video Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Sleep Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Number Buttons (10 Key Pad) . . . . . . . . 30
100+ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Muting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Menu Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Input. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Return+. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
BUTTON FUNCTIONS - VCR
VCR Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Index Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Tracking Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Skip Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Re-View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
EZ Ject . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Cancel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
SP/EP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
VCR Plus+ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Shuttle Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Timer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Daily/Weekly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
NEXT Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Program Check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
REC/ITR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
STOP/EJECT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
APPENDICES
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Authorized Service Centers . . . . . . . . . . 37
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
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6 Connections
1) Always refer to the connection instructions in the
user’s guide for your components first. The
manufacturer will provide the most detailed
information about their products.
2) Know your jacks and plugs - most are color coded:
• Yellow plugs are for Video connections
• Red plugs are for Right Audio connections
• White or Black plugs are Left Audio (or Mono)
connections. If your camcorder is a stereo model,
use a stereo-to-monaural conversion cable to
connect to the TV/VCR combo. Conversion cables
may be purchased separately.
3) Perform one connection at a time.If you have
several accessories to connect, make sure each
connection is correct by checking to see that it works
properly before trying the next connection.
4) Unplug the power cordduring each connection.
5) Follow the In and Out Concept. Remember In and
Out - the Output jack from one device will go to the
Input jack of the other. Read the jack panels, they are
all labeled.
CONNECTIONS CHECKLIST - READ ME FIRST
The Connections Checklist section of this guide is a list of ideas to keep in mind while you
setup your new TV. 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 ask someone for help in making your connections.
A/V Input Plug
RF Connectors
Front Panel Diagram
TV-20241 Front Panel (with panel door open)

There are two basic types of cable or antenna connections:
• If you have an antenna or have a cable system that does not require you use a cable box to select
channels, please refer to Diagram #1.
• If you use a cable box to access any or all the channels, please refer to Diagram #2.
1) Connect the antenna or cable TV wire from the wall outlet, in to the RF Input at the rear of your TV/VCR
combo.
1) Connect the cable TV wire from the wall outlet, in to the RF Input on your Cable Box.
2) Connect an RF cable from the Cable Box Output, in to the RF input at the rear of your TV/VCR combo.
Cable or Antenna Connections
#1
#2
Connections 7
Refer to the Cable Box instructions for more information on its operation.
NOTE:

8 Connections
1) Press on the TV/VCR combo’s front panel door lightly to open it.
2) Insert the stereo mini plug from the headphones into the headphone jack on the front panel of the
TV/VCR combo.
1) Press on the TV/VCR combo’s front panel door lightly to open it.
2) Connect the white audio cable from the Camcorder’s Audio Output jack to the TV/VCR combo’s Audio
Input jack.
3) Connect a yellow video cable from the Camcorder’s Video Output to the TV/VCR combo’s Video Input jack.
• If your camcorder is a stereo model, use a stereo-to-monaural conversion cable to connect to the
TV/VCR Combo.
Connecting to a Camcorder
Connecting to Headphones
Refer to the Camcorder’s instructions for more information on its operation.
NOTE:

Changing the Batteries
Be sure to use only size AA batteries.
Push down on the remote's back cover and
slide towards the bottom to remove it.
Insert two AAbatteries (supplied), carefully
noting the "+" and "-" markings on the
batteries and on the remote control.To avoid
a potential short circuit, insert the "-" end first.
When batteries are installed, snap the back
cover into place.
•If the remote control acts erratically, replace the
batteries. Typical battery life is six months to
one year.
• We recommend using alkaline batteries for
longer battery life.
When you change the batteries, try to complete the
task within three minutes. If you take longer than three
minutes, the remote control codes for your Cable Box
may have to be reset (page 11).
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Getting Started 9
RM-C389
RM-C389
TV-20241
Remote Control

10 Getting Started
10 key direct access
To move directly to a specific channel, press that channel's numbers on the remote's 10 key pad. For single-digit
channel numbers, press "0" then the channel number. For channels above 100, press the 100+ button, then the
remaining two digits on the 10 key pad.
CHANNEL -/+ BUTTON
To scan through the channels, press either the CHANNEL + ( ) or CHANNEL - ( ) button on the remote or
TV/VCR’s front panel and release. You will move through the channels in numerical order.
• After you operate the Auto Tuner Setup (page 13), all of the empty channels will be removed from scanning.
When you scan you will only receive clear, active channels.
Hyperscan
With JVC's Hyperscan feature you can zip through the channels at a rate of five per second. To use Hyperscan,
press and hold either the CHANNEL+ or CHANNEL- buttons. After the first few channels scan at normalspeed, the
rest will move by at five per second. To scan at normal speed, press and release the CHANNEL+/- button.
Regular Return
Press and release the RETURN+ button to return to the previous channel viewed.For example select a channel.
Then select another channel using the 10 key pad buttons. You can now flip back and forth between these two
channels by pressing RETURN+.
RETURN+
With RETURN+ You can program your TV to always return to a specific channel. Press and hold down the RETURN+
button for three seconds. The message, "RETURN CHANNEL PROGRAMMED!"will appear on-screen. Now
when you scan through the channels, pressing RETURN+ will bring you back to your programmed channel.
To cancel the RETURN+ channel, press and hold the RETURN+ button for three seconds. The message "RETURN
CHANNEL CANCELLED!" will appear on-screen.
• Pressing any number key or turning off the TVwill also cancel the RETURN+channel.
• Press the POWER button on the remote control or the front panel of the TV. The On Timer will glow red.
• Make sure the TV/CATV switch on the remote is set to TV. 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 will go out.
• The On Timer lamp will glow green when the On/Off Timer is set (page 23), even when the TV power is off.
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POWER
To control the volume level, use the VOLUME+/- buttons ( ) on the remote control or on the TV's front panel.
Use the VOLUME - ( ) button to lower the volume. Press the VOLUME+ ( ) button to raise the volume.
Press the MUTING button to instantly turn the volume to zero. Press the MUTING button again to return to the
previous volume level.
ADJUSTING VOLUME
CHANGING CHANNELS
VOLUME 13
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