JVC AV-21F1EG User manual

INSTRUCTIONS
AV-21F 1EG /AV-25F 1EG/AV-28F 1EG
COLOUR TELEVISIONS
MANUEL D'INSTRUCTIONS: TELEVISEURS COULEUR
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WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
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TO ENSURE PERSONAL SAFETY, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING RULES
REGARDING THE USE OF THIS UNIT.
@ Operate only from the power source specified (AC220~240V, 50 Hz) on the
unit.
@ Avoid damaging the AC plug and power cord.
@ Avoid improper installation and never position the unit where good ventila-
tion is unattainable.
@ Do not allow objects or liquid into the cabinet openings.
@ In the event of a fault, unplug the unit and call a service technician. Do not
attempt to repair it yourself or remove the rear cover.
@ When you do not use this TV set for a long period of time, be sure to discon-
nect the power plug from the AC outlet.
p plug
Thank you for purchasing a JVC colour TV set. To ensure your complete understanding, please read all instructions in
this booklet before operation.
The illustrations in this booklet show the AV-25F1EG.

For detailed operation of each function, refer to the page in parenthesis.
e@ Real Channel (CH mode and CC mode) or Programme Channel! (PR mode) can
be selected.
(— Page 10 and 11)
Cable TV can be viewed.
(— Page 10 and 11)
Teletext programmes and regular TV programmes can be viewed.
(— Page 10 and 36)
Programme Channels can be preset in up to 100 Channel Positions.
Channels that are not preset can be programmed to be skipped.
(— Page 11, 25, 26 and 27)
PAL (B,G) or SECAM (B,G) can be received.
(— Page 12)
Sound multiplex broadcast can be received.
(— Page 13)
Picture and sound tone adjustments can be made.
(— Page 16)
With the Acoustic Surround Processor (©) feature, surround sound effects
can be obtained.
(— Page 17)
5 different sound tones can be easily selected. (Tone select ()) )
(> Page 18)
With the VNR (Video Noise Reduction) feature, a picture which appears noisy
can be softened.
(— Page 19)
The aspect ratio of the screen can be switched. (between 4:3 and 16:9)
(— Page 19)
With the Menu Control feature, settings can be made in an “interactive” man-
ner with the TV.
(— page 19)
Station ID can be displayed below Programme Channels.
(— Page 20)
When TV broadcast reception finishes for the day and no signal is received for
a certain time, TV power can be switched off automatically.
(— Page 21)
For each input mode (TV, EXT 1, EXT 2 and EXT 3), picture adjustments can
be stored for easy recall.
(— Page 22)
Specified channels can be “guarded” (locked) so that they cannot be tuned to
unless ID numbers are correctly entered.
(> Page 23)
The current time can be displayed on the screen (in the 24-hour system).
(> Page 29 and 35)
With the Timer function, TV power can be automatically switched on at a pre-
set time.
(— Page 30)
TV power can be automatically switched on and off twice every day at preset
times.
(> Page 32)
A JVC Video Cassette Recorder can be operated using the Remote Control.
(> Page 36)
A variety of external components can be connected to the TV.
(— Page 42)
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@ Preparation
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@ Sound multiplex broadcast reception (stereo/dual sound)
Switching the Input Mode (TV, EXT 1, EXT 2 and EXT 3)
(Viewing Pictures From a Connected Component)
Viewing TV Broadcasts via Front-Panel Controls
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@ Special Operating Options
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Stopping Scrolling of Teletext Display Temporarily (HOLD button ) 39
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@ Front Panel
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S-input
select
indicator
(yellow)
Sound
multiplex
indicator
(green)
Timer
indicator
(orange)
Power indicator (red)
Remote Control sensor
COND
Power button (©)
Front panel door
Main power button ( @ )
EXT 3 connectors ((_} }
(directly-connected to rear EXT 3)
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10.
11.
12.
13.
“MENU CONTROL” oferating
section (front panel)
Headphone jack ( O))
Channel access button ( ~/~ }
Volume buttons (<1)

Remote Control
14,
Remote Control signal emitting 21.
window (Point this directly at the front 22.
panel Remote Control sensor window) 23.
. Teletext operating section 24,
- 16:9 button (Aspect ratio 4:3/16:9) 25.
. Input mode select buttons
. Display button ((_+) 26.
. Tone select button ( } ) 27.
. Power button ( (5)
28.
10-Digit numeric keys
Sound multiplex button (®Ol1) 30.
Mute button ( oX )
Sliding cover
Video Cassette Recorder
operating section
PAL/SECAM button ( (P)(S) )
VNR (Video Noise Reduction)
button
Acoustic Surround Processor
button (€))
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29.
31.
32.
33.
34.
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CHANNEL access button (\v / “~)
PR/CH/CC button (Programme Chan-
nel/Real Channel/Cable Channel)
-/- - button (1 digit/2 digits)
VOLUME button ( << )
Picture adjustment controls
(BRIGHT (-C-)/CONTRAST (Q)
/COLOUR (@))
“MENU CONTROL” operating
section (Remote Control)

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@ Rear Panel
35.
36.
(§ —))
INT (ek EXT2
EXT 3 connectors 37. External speaker terminals 40. EXT 1 connector
(directly-connected to front EXT 3) 38. Audio output connectors 41. Aerial socket
Speaker select switch 39. EXT 2 connector
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First Preparations
Connect aerial. (See page 9.)
Install batteries into the Remote Control unit. (See page 9.)
Connect power cord to an AC outlet.

To
receive
television
broadcasts
(or
teletext
broadcasts),
the
aerial
must
be
connected.
x
(Example)
2)
Important:
a
For
the
connection
cable,
use
a
75-ohm
coaxial
cable.
=
UHF-aerial VHF-aerial
When connecting an aerial:
Connect
the
cable
of
an
outdoor
aerial
to
the
Aerial
socket
on
the
rear
panel
of
the TV.
Coaxial cable
Aerial socket
@ Preparation
Install two dry-cell batteries into the unit.
Important:
@ Use “AA(R6)"-size dry-cell batteries.
Do not use rechargeable batteries.
@ Correctly install the batteries, observing (+/-) polarities.
@ Follow the cautions printed on the battery.
@ Duration of battery use is approximately 6 months to 1 year.
(Duration varies depending on frequency of use.)
@
If
the
Remote
Control
operates
erratically,
replace
the
batteries
with
new
ones.
Battery installation:
1. Press and slide the cover off of the unit.
2. Insert a pair of batteries into the battery compartment. Correctly
install them, observing (+/-) polarities.
3. Replace the cover.
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Point the Remote Control signal emitting window directly at the sensor of the TV
set.
Important:
@ The maximum operable distance is approximately 7 meters from the Remote
Control sensor, and-no more than 30° to either side of center.
@ Take care that nothing is between the Remote Control and the sensor of the
TV set.
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Basic
Operating
Procedure
(via
Remote
Control)
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[1] Turning the main power on.
Press the Main power button on the front panel.
The Power indicator shows that the main power is on or off.
(Red)
Main power | Power indicator
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ON LED ON ayN
OFF LED OFF @
@ The Main power button is on the left end of the front panel controls.
[2] Turning on the power.
Press the Power button.
The TV is now operating, and the on-screen information is displayed for a few
seconds.
The Power indicator also shows if the power is on or off.
Main power Power | Power Indicator
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LED ON (dim)
LED ON (bright)
LED OFF
Note:
@ Pressing the TV button or the 10-Digit numeric keys on the Remote Control also
turns the power on. When the power is turned on using the numeric keys, the
channel corresponding to the number pressed will be selected.
(3] Engaging the TV mode.
Press the TV button.
The display appears for about 3 seconds on the screen.
Note:
@ Ifthe TV mode is already engaged, it is not necessary to perform ths operation.
[4] Selecting a channel.
There are two types of channel selection: Real Channel and frogramme
Channel.
The program channel.
PR mode: .
for storing broadcasting channel in advance in a position chosen by auser. The
stored PR number will be selected.
Real Channel has CH mode and CC mode.
CH mode:
Corresponds with off-air TV broadcasting channel. The real broadcastng chan-
nel number will be selected.
CC mode:
Corresponds with cable TV broadcasting channel. The cable TV broidcasting
channel number will be selected.
Concerning display of the real channel on the screen and broadcasthg chan-
nel, see “TV/Cable Channel Frequency Comparison Table” on pagei1 of the
supplement.
A. Real Channel (CH mode and CC mode) Selection (e.g. CH25, C20)
Important:
@ if the on-screen display disappears during this mode, begin th procedure
again.
@
Real
channels
are
CHO2
to
CH69
in
CH
mode,
CC01
to
CC41
and
CC75
to
CC
79
in
CC
mode.
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