JVC AV-21QT19 User manual

COLOR TELEVISION
INSTRUCTIONS
GGT0225-001B-H
Safety precautions ............................... 2
Connections ......................................... 3
TV buttons and functions ..................... 3
Remote control buttons and
basic functions ..................................... 4
Initial settings ....................................... 5
Channel Summary ............................... 5
PREPARATION
Picture setting ...................................... 6
Sound setting ...................................... 6
Useful functions ................................... 7
Watching Video or DVDs ..................... 9
Troubleshooting ................................. 10
Specification .......................................11
FUNCTIONS
REFERENCE
Contents
ENGLISH
The illustrations of AV-21ST19B is used in this instruction
manual for explanation purpose. Your TV may not look
exactly the same as illustrated.
This illustration shows AV-21ST19B. AV-21QT19
AV-21RT19S
AV-21ST19B

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Thank you for buying this JVC color television.
To make sure you understand how to use your new TV, please read this manual thoroughly before you begin.
CAUTION TO ENSURE PERSONAL SAFETY, OBSERVE THE
FOLLOWING RULES REGARDING THE USE OF
THIS TV.
• Operate only
from the
power source
indicated on
the rear of the
TV.
• Avoid damaging the power cord
and main plug. When unplugging
the TV, grasp the main plug. Do
not pull on the power cord.
• This TV can be
turned on/off power
by connecting/
disconnecting the
AC plug into AC
outlet. While this TV is being
installed, enough space should
be reserved for connection/
disconnecting the AC plug into
AC outlet by hand.
WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
• Never block or cover the ventilation openings.
• Never install the TV where good ventilation is unattainable.
• When installing this TV, leave spaces for ventilation around
the TV of more than the minimum distances as shown.
• The apparatus
shall not be
exposed to
dripping or
splashing and that no objects filled
with liquids, such as vases, shall be
placed on the apparatus.
• Do not allow
objects or liquid
into the cabinet
openings.
• The surface of the TV screen is easily
damaged. Be very careful with it when
handling the TV. Should the TV screen
become soiled, wipe it with a soft dry cloth.
Never rub it forcefully. Never use any
cleaner or detergent on it.
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.
• Never listen to headphones at high volume!
- It may damage your hearing.

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CAUTION Ensure to turn off all equipments including the TV before
connecting the AC main plug to the AC outlet.
1.
2.
3.
V L / MONO R
IN (VIDEO-3)

Connections TV buttons and functions
POWER
ON TIMER
Video and audio
input jacks for
VIDEO-3 mode
Remote control sensor TV’s main power on/off
Power lamp - Indicates the TV’s status.
No color: TV’s main power is being turned off.
Red: TV’s main power is turned on.
Blink: While the TV is in standby mode, ON TIMER function is in used.
While the TV is in turn on mode, OFF TIMER function is in used.
VHF/UHF
outdoor aerial
Rear of VCR
Connecting to the aerial cable and VCR
(Connect
directly if not
using a VCR)
RF output
(Connect via a VCR)
RF input
TV rear terminals
Connecting to the front video input terminal
Camcorder or TV game
Headphones
After all the
connections
have been
made, insert the
main plug to the
AC outlet.
• When connecting to
COMPONENT (VIDEO-2)
input, depending on the
connection, choose the
appropriate video input using
the menu (\ page 9).
DVD player (with component video signals input)
VCR (for playing)
DVD player
(composite signals)
VCR (for recording)
Connecting to the rear component/video input terminal and output terminal
Aerial cable
Video output
Audio output
Channel selection,
To select menu function
MENU
EXIT
CHANNEL
-
+
VOLUME
-
+
V L / MONO R
IN (VIDEO-3)
Display the menu
and exit after finish
setting
Volume level adjustment,
To choose a Top menu and
adjust the desired menu function
Headphone jack
The illustration of AV-21ST19B is shown here for explanation purpose.
Your TV may not look exactly the same as illustrated.
The illustration of AV-21ST19B is shown here for explanation purpose.
Your TV may not look exactly the same as illustrated.
75-ohm
coaxial cable
(not supplied)
Matching
aerial adapter
(supplied)
ECO sensor

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Remote control buttons and basic functions
COLOR
SYSTEM POWER
FAVORITE CHANNEL
MENU TV/VIDEO
DISPLAY MUTING
DVD MENU
ECO
BASS
CHANNEL VOLUME
100+
TV
RM-C1191
123
456
789
0
OK
-
+ +
-
RETURN+
OFF PICTURE
TIMER MODE
CINEMA
SURROUND
SOUND
MODE
CLOSED
CAPTION
Turn the TV on from standby and vice versa
TV or video terminal input selection, Exit from the menu
Turn the volume Off / On
Programme number selection
For three digits :
Adjust the volume level, Turn off Muting
• Display the programme or video terminal number.
• To return to the previous menu
Channel selection
Select the desired channel number.
For Hyper Scan
Press and hold
RETURN PLUS function
Return to the frequently viewed channel.
PR changes without changing the
picture. Once you stop pressing
CHANNEL+ or CHANNEL– button,
picture will change to the desired PR.
• Insert two batteries by following the
and polarities and inserting the end
first.
• Use AA/R6/UM-3 dry cell batteries.
• If the remote control does not work
properly, fit new batteries. The supplied
batteries are for testing, not regular use.
100+
WARNING:
Batteries shall not be
exposed to excessive heat
such as direct sunshine,
fire or the like.
RETURN function
If you have not set or have cancelled the RETURN PLUS
channel, this will return to the previously viewed channel.
Press and hold
RETURN PLUS
PROGRAMMED!
Choose the channel you want to programme
FAVORITE CHANNEL
Programme and recall 4 favourite channels
(color buttons: red, green, yellow, blue)
Choose the TV channel you wish to programme
Press and hold
any button
PROGRAMMED! ■
Repeat to programme another favourite channel.
To recall the favourite channel,
press the corresponding color button.
• When the TV is in MENU mode,
the favourite channel function is not available.
If this symbol
is shown, it is
only valid in
the European
Union.
Press and hold
RETURN PLUS
CANCELED!
To cancel

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Initial Settings Channel Summary
AIR
AUTO PROGRAM
CABLE
MENU : EXIT
DISPLAY : BACK
/ : SELECT
OK
AUTO PROGRAM
10%
/ : CHANNEL SUMMARY
OK
MENU
COLOR SYSTEM
AUTO PROGRAM
MENU SET UP
CHANNEL SUMMARY
MENU : EXIT
OK / : SELECT
NTSC3.58
MENU TV/VIDEO
CH 02
CH 05
CH 06
CH 07
CH 04
CH 03
CHANNEL SUMMARY
CH/CC SKIP
SKIP
CANCEL
MENU : EXIT
MENU
CH 02
CH 05
CH 06
CH 07
CH 04
CH 03
CHANNEL SUMMARY
CH/CC SKIP
SKIP
CANCEL
MENU : EXIT
CH 02
CH 05
CH 06
CH 07
CH 04
CH 03
CHANNEL SUMMARY
CH/CC SKIP
SKIP
CANCEL
MENU : EXIT
MENU
MENU
3. Searching for the channels. (AUTO PROGRAM)
1. Turn on the TV.
4. The channels received are registered.
2. Select AIR or CABLE.
1. Select item.
2. Set or adjust.
You can set undesired channels to be skipped.
1. Display “SET UP” menu.
2. Select item.
or wait 15 seconds to
run Setup Tour
To complete
Setup Tour
or
• If you want to set undesired channels to be skipped, read the next column.
JVC logo appears.
• The skip can be set to all channels of AIR (CH02-CH69) and CABLE
(CC01-CC125).
OK
1
To restart Setup Tour after above setup has completed.
(While the cursor is pointing to PICTURE
MODE and hold for 3 seconds)
OK
SKIP the channel.
CANCEL the skip channel.
CANCEL
SKIP
(Yellow)
(Blue)
1. Select item
2. Set
1. Select “SET UP”
2. Start to use
“SET UP” menu
3. Enter

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Picture Setting
1. Display “PICTURE” menu.
Sound Setting
BRIGHT
TINT
COLOR
DETAIL
PICTURE SETTING
PICTURE
MENU : EXIT
DISPLAY : BACK
/ : SELECT RESET
MENU
PICTURE SETTING
VNR OFF
WHITE BALANCE NORMAL
MENU PICTURE
MENU : EXIT
PICTURE MODE USER
/ : SELECT
MENU
AI VOLUME OFF
USER
BALANCE
OFF
CINENA SURROUND
EQUALIZER
SOUND MODE
MENU SOUND
MTS STEREO SAP MONO
ON AIR
MENU : EXIT
/ : SELECT
PICTURE MODE
You can choose the desired picture setting.
USER : You can change the picture setting as you like.
( PICTURE, BRIGHT, DETAIL, COLOR, TINT )
VIVID : Heightens contrast and sharpness.
SOFT : Softens contrast and sharpness.
DETAIL : To sharpen the picture. (For DVD mode)
CLEAR : To softens the picture. (For DVD mode)
PICTURE SETTING
You can adjust the desired picture setting when
selecting USER in PICTURE MODE.
• To return the setting to default, press the Blue button.
WHITE BALANCE
When DVD THEATER
STATUS set to ON,
WHITE BALANCE is not
available in VIDEO-2.
You can change the white balance of the picture to
better match the type of video being viewed.
NORMAL : Normal white balance.
COOL : Bluish white.
WARM : Reddish white.
VNR
Only available in RF,
VIDEO-1 and VIDEO-3.
Reduce the amount of noise in original picture.
OFF : VNR is turned off.
AUTO : Effect of VNR is automatically controlled.
MIN : Effect of VNR becomes minimum level.
MAX : Effect of VNR becomes maximum level.
MTS
Select the stereo and SAP broadcasted programs.
(STEREO : Stereo sound / SAP : Second Audio Programs
/ MONO : Monaural sound)
AI VOLUME Prevent sudden increase or decrease of sound when
changing channels. (ON / OFF)
SOUND MODE
When SOUND MODE is
set to other than USER,
EQUALIZER function
become unavailable.
You can choose the desired sound setting.
USER : Change the sound setting as you like.
Select USER and adjust the frequencies in
EQUALIZER (100, 300, 1K, 3K, 8K Hz).
MUSIC : Emphasize on music effect.
CINEMA : Emphasize on movie sound.
NEWS : Emphasize on vocal sound.
DRAMA : Emphasize on drama sound. (For DVD mode)
EQUALIZER
When CINEMA
SURROUND set to
ON, you cannot adjust
EQUALIZER.
You can adjust the sound level of each frequencies when
selecting USER mode in SOUND MODE.
Adjust high frequency will affect higher pitch sound and
vice versa.
BALANCE You can change the speaker balance.
(Left Stronger Right Stronger)
CINEMA SURROUND
You can enjoy an enhanced sound for wider audience.
(ON / OFF)
1. Display “SOUND” menu.
2. Select item and setting or adjust.2. Select item and setting or adjust.
EQUALIZER
MENU : EXIT
DISPLAY : BACK
/ : SELECT
100 300 1K 3K 8K Hz
3. Enter
1. Select “PICTURE”
2. Start to use
“PICTURE” menu
1. Select item.
2. Set or adjust.
PICTURE : Lower Higher
BRIGHT : Darker Brighter
DETAIL : Softer Sharper
COLOR : Lighter Deeper
TINT : Reddish Greenish
3. Enter
1. Select item.
2. Set or adjust.
1. Select “SOUND”
2. Start to use
“SOUND” menu

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Useful Functions
OFF TIMER
AI ECO SENSOR OFF
CHILD LOCK OFF
MENU FEATURES
ON TIMER
MENU : EXIT
/ : SELECT
OK
VIDEO-2 SETTING VIDEO
MENU FEATURES
MENU : EXIT
/ : SELECT
BLUE BACK OFF
BEEP OFF
CLOSED CAPTION
MENU
2. Select item and setting or adjust.
3. Enter
1. Select item.
2. Set or adjust.
1. Select “FEATURES”
2. Start to use “FEATURES” menu
OFF TIMER 10
1. Select CH
channel
2. Set or adjust.
1. Select item.
2. Set or adjust.
1. Display “FEATURES” menu. OFF TIMER
TV to turn off
automatically to
standby mode after
a set time.
You can set the period of time to a maximum of 120
minutes in 10 minutes intervals.
Note : When the remaining elapse time is one
minute, “GOOD NIGHT!” appears on the
screen.
CHILD LOCK Disables the front control buttons of the TV.
(ON / OFF)
AI ECO SENSOR
You can automatically adjust TV screen contrast
according to the brightness of your room to suitable
level for a better eye care.
(OFF / MODE-1 / MODE-2 / DISPLAY )
• You can operate the ECO function by press
ECO
button.
• Only available in 21S and 21R series.
ECO MODE
You can adjust TV screen contrast according to the
brightness of your room to suitable level for a better
eye care. (OFF / ECO-1 / ECO-2)
• You can operate the ECO function by press
ECO
button.
• Only available in 21Q series.
BLUE BACK Display a blue screen and mute the sound when the
signal is weak or absent. (ON / OFF)
1. Select a time in minutes
by press ( / ) button.
1. Select CH channel that you want ot watch.
ON TIMER
TV to turn on
automatically from
standby mode at a
set time. 2. Set the ON TIMER to your desired period of time.
You can set the period of time to a maximum of 12
hours in 15-minute intervals. To off the ON TIMER,
set ON TIMER to OFF.
Note : If TV is not in standby mode when ON
TIMER is reach the setting time, this case is
not available.
CH
ON TIMER
ON TIMER 00:15
MENU : EXIT
DISPLAY : BACK
/ : SELECT
02

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Useful Functions (continued)
CLOSED CAPTION
1. You can view closed caption or text information.
2. Select the desired caption or text channel.
CAPTION : Select the desired caption.
(CC1 / CC2 / CC3 / CC4)
TEXT : Select the desired text channel.
(T1 / T2 / T3 / T4)
BEEP
You can use the BEEP function to alert you during
AUTO SIGNAL DETECT, AI ECO SENSOR Detect,
Stereo Detect,
ON TIMER / OFF TIMER operations and when
some buttons on the remote control are pressed.
(ON / OFF)
OFF / CLOSED CAPTION / TEXT
CLOSED
CAPTION
CAPTION CC1
CLOSED CAPTION
TEXT T1
MENU : EXIT
DISPLAY : BACK
/ : SELECT
1. Select item
2. Set to adjust
COLOR SYSTEM
You can select the appropriate color system when
the picture is not clear or no color appears.
(AUTO / PAL / SECAM / NTSC3.58 / NTSC4.43)
1. Display “SET UP” menu.
• For TV mode, Color system fix to NTSC3.58 only.
• You can operate the COLOR SYSTEM function
by press
COLOR
SYSTEM
button.
MENU
1. Select “SET UP”
2. Start to use
“SET UP” menu
AUTO PROGRAM
MENU SET UP
CHANNEL SUMMARY
MENU : EXIT
NTSC3.58 COLOR SYSTEM
Color system in your country or region.
Area Country or Region System
Asia,
Middle East
Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, United Arab Emirates,
Yemen, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, India,
China, Vietnam, Hong Kong, etc.
PAL
Islamic Republic of Iran, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, etc. SECAM
Philippines, Taiwan, Myanmar, etc. NTSC
Europe
Russia, etc. SECAM
Czech Republic, Poland, Germany, Holland, Belgium,
UK, etc. PAL
Oceania Australia, New Zealand, etc. PAL
Africa
Republic of South Africa, Nigeria, etc. PAL
Egypt, Morocco, etc. SECAM

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VIDEO-2 SETTING
OFF TIMER
AI ECO SENSOR OFF
CHILD LOCK OFF
MENU FEATURES
ON TIMER
MENU : EXIT
/ : SELECT
VIDEO-2 SETTING VIDEO
Switch between video and component
signal (VIDEO / COMPONENT)
1. Select “FEATURES” menu.
1. Select “VIDEO-2 SETTING”
2. Set to VIDEO or COMPONENT
2. Select “VIDEO-2 SETTING”. Then set to VIDEO or COMPONENT.
MENU
1. Select “FEATURES”
2. Start to use
“FEATURES” menu
AUTO SIGNAL DETECT Automatically change the input mode to Video-2
when the DVD input signal is detected.
Automatically change the input mode to RF
previous input mode when the DVD input signal
is not detected. (ON / OFF)
DVD THEATER STATUS
Enjoy an enhanced picture quality for movie
playback in a dark room, like watching a movie in
the theater. (ON / OFF)
Function for watching DVDs
PICTURE SETTING
DVD THEATER STATUS ON
AUTO SIGNAL DETECT ON
DVD MENU PICTURE
MENU : EXIT
PICTURE MODE USER
/ : SELECT
Available for component signal only.
1. Select “DVD MENU PICTURE” menu.
1. Select item.
2. Set or adjust.
2. Select item and setting.
Watching Video or DVDs
• When you set DVD THEATER STATUS set to ON, AI ECO SENSOR /
ECO MODE and WHITE BALANCE adjustment become unavailable.
Only available in VIDEO-2 mode.
• You can operate the
DVD function by press
DVD MENU
button.
MENU
1. Select “DVD MENU
PICTURE”
2. Start to use
“DVD MENU
PICTURE” menu

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Troubleshooting
No picture, no sound Page
Deactivate the BLUE BACK function if it is turned on. P. 7
Snowy picture
Check the aerial cable and TV connections. P. 3
Stripes appear on the picture
Interference caused by devices such as an amplifier, personal computer,
or a hair drier. Move it away from your TV.
--
Double-pictures (ghosting) occur
Interference occurs caused by signal reflecting from mountains or
building. Try to adjust the aerial’s direction or use another antenna.
--
Poor picture
Choose the appropriate color system. Refer to “COLOR SYSTEM”. P. 8
Adjust the COLOR or BRIGHT setting. Refer to “PICTURE SETTING”. P. 6
White and bright still image look as if it was colored
Inevitable phenomenon due to the nature of the picture tube.
This is not a malfunction.
--
Top of the image from software products or video tape is distorted
Due to the condition of the video signal, the image was not properly
recorded. This is not a malfunction.
--
Stereo or SAP sound is unclear
TV channel reception is poor. Change the stereo/SAP mode to mono
sound.
P. 6
Cannot operate the remote control
The batteries may be exhausted. Replace with new batteries.
Ensure that you are operating the remote control at less than seven
meters from the front of your TV.
P. 4
Cannot operate the menus
Press TV/VIDEO button to return to TV mode and try operating the
menus.
--
Cannot operate the front control buttons
Deactivate the CHILD LOCK function if it is turned on. P. 7
If a problem occurs when you are using the TV, check the below troubleshooting guide before calling for repair.
Color patches appear at the corner of the screen Page
This maybe due to magnetized device such as a speaker placed near to
your TV. Move it away from your TV. Alternatively, you can also use the
magnetic shielded speaker.
--
Image takes a short period to be displayed
Image required time to stabilize before display. This is not a malfunction. --
TV may emit crackling sound
This is due to a sudden change in temperature and it is not a
malfunction. If the crackling sound is too frequent, request your service
technician for inspection.
--
Feel a slight electric shock when touching the TV screen
This is due to the static electricity of the picture tube and it will not harm
the human body. This is not a malfunction.
--
AUTO SIGNAL DETECT does not work
Set the AUTO SIGNAL DETECT function to ON.
Turn the VCR or DVD Player off and on again.
Check that the video cable connection on VIDEO-2 is properly
connected.
P. 9
--
--
Suddenly, the TV input changes to VIDEO-2
Check whether the AUTO SIGNAL DETECT function is on or off.
AUTO SIGNAL DETECT function may work when you operate the VCR
or DVD player even if you do not make it to playback.
P. 9
--
AUTO SIGNAL DETECT does not work correctly
Check the video cable connection.
Some VCR or DVD player may output the video signal discontinuously.
If this happens, AUTO SIGNAL DETECT function cannot work correctly.
--

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Specification
TV RF systems M
Color systems TV mode : NTSC 3.58 MHz
VIDEO mode : PAL, SECAM, NTSC 3.58 MHz, NTSC 4.43 MHz
Receiving channels VHF low channel (VL), VHF high channel (VH), UHF channel (U)
Receives cable channels in mid band, super band and hyper band.
Power requirements AC 110 to 240 V, 50 Hz / 60 Hz
External input / output VIDEO-1 VIDEO input, AUDIO L/R input
VIDEO-2/COMPONENT VIDEO input, AUDIO L/R input, COMPONENT VIDEO (Y/CB/CR) input
VIDEO-3 VIDEO input, AUDIO L/R input
OUTPUT VIDEO output, AUDIO L/R output
Headphone jack Stereo mini jack (3.5 mm diameter)
Sound-multiplex systems MTS (Multi-channel Television Sound)
Viewing Screen Size (Visible area) AV-21QT19 508.0 mm
AV-21RT19S 508.0 mm
AV-21ST19B 508.0 mm
Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

© 2008 Victor Company of Japan, Limited 0908SCT-NF-MT