JVC PD-42V31BJE User manual

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PDP FARBFERNSEHGERÄT BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
PDP TELEVISEUR COULEUR MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS
PDP COLOUR TELEVISION INSTRUCTIONS
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Warning
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If
the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your
home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then
obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or
adaptor or consult your dealer.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off, remove the fuse and
dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock
hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
If a new mains plug has to be fitted, then follow the
instruction given below:
Important
Do not make any connection to the larger terminal which is
marked with the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or
coloured green or green-and-yellow.
The wires in the mains lead on this product are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured
marking identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as
follows:
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured
black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.
When replacing the fuse, use only a correctly rated
approved type and always re-fit the fuse cover.
If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.
How to replace the fuse
Open the fuse compartment with a
blade screwdriver, and replace the
fuse.
Guidelines for safe operation
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to comply with international safety standards. However, as with any electrical
appliance, care must be taken to ensure optimal results and operational safety.
• Before attempting to use this equipment, read the operating instructions thoroughly.
• Ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads, etc.) have been made in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
• If ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of this equipment, consult your dealer.
• Handle all glass panels or covers with care.
• Never operate this equipment if it appears damaged or operates abnormally. Turn the power off, disconnect the main power plug
and consult your dealer.
• Never remove any affixed panels or covers. Doing so may result in electrical shock.
• Never leave this equipment operating unattended unless otherwise specifically stated that it is designed to do so or in standby
mode. Only use the designated power switch to turn off the power and ensure that all potential users are instructed how to do so.
Make special arrangements for infirm or handicapped persons.
• Never watch TV while operating a motor vehicle. It is illegal to watch TV while driving.
• Never listen to headphones at high volume. Doing so may damage your hearing.
• Never obstruct the ventilation of this equipment. Doing so may cause overheating and result in a malfunction or damage.
• Never use makeshift stands or attempt to affix legs with wood screws. When using a manufacturer’s approved stand or legs, use
only the fixtures provided and follow the installation instructions.
• Never allow this equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.
• Never allow anyone, especially children, to insert anything into an opening in the case. Doing so may result in a fatal electrical
shock.
• Never guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind. It is better to be safe than sorry.
Fuse
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Thank you for buying this JVC colour television.
To make sure you understand how to use your new TV, please read this manual thoroughly before you begin.
WARNING
Always use the power cords which are supplied with the TV and receiver.
Some power cords are supplied with this TV. Use the power cord which best suits the area in which you live, and insert it into a correctly
earthed outlet.
Failure to use the supplied power cord or to insert it into a correctly earthed outlet may result in electric shocks.
WARNING FOR TABLE TOP STAND:
To ensure safety in an emergency such as an earthquake, and to prevent accidents, ensure that measures are taken to prevent the TV
dropping or falling over.
• Use the supplied screws to firmly attach the supplied hooks to the back of the TV, and use commercially available cord to fix the TV
to rigid components such as walls and columns.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
• Operate only from the power source specified (AC 110 – 240 V,
50/60 Hz) on the unit.
• Avoid damaging the AC plug and power cord.
• When you are not using this unit for a long period of time, it is
recommended that you disconnect the power cord from the
main outlet.
• The ambient temperature for using this unit is 0° to 40°C (32°
to 104°F). Using the unit outside of this range may lead to it not
working correctly or being broken.
Distance recommendations
Avoid improper installation and never position the unit where good
ventilation is impossible.
When installing this TV, distance recommendations must be maintained
between the set and the wall, as well as inside a tightly enclosed area or
piece of furniture.
Keep to the minimum distance guidelines shown for safe operation.
Supplied hooks
200 mm
100 mm
100 mm 100 mm
100 mm
100 mm
200 mm
50 mm
50 mm
150 mm150 mm
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Burn-in
A characteristic of Plasma Display Panels (PDPs) is that displaying the same image for a long time causes a part of the image to stay
on the screen (this is called phosphor burn-in).
Avoid burn-in as follows.
Use the PICTURE SHIFT function. To prevent burn-in, the picture displayed on the screen is shifted up, down
and to the left and right at regular intervals. See page 30 for details.
• Even if the PICTURE SHIFT function is turned off, the picture may shift to the left or right when the channel or input is changed.
The PICTURE MODE function is initially set to BRIGHT. Unless the TV is being watched in an extremely bright
room, it is recommended to change the PICTURE MODE setting to either STANDARD or SOFT. Doing so will
reduce the chance of PDP burn-in and extend the life of the PDP. See “PICTURE MODE” on page 21
Do not display static images or characters for long periods of time.
• Reduce CONTRAST and BRIGHT on the PICTURE SETTING menu (page 21) when viewing.
Do not view for long periods of time in the REGULAR mode (page 15).
Screen size is normally chosen to ensure that the picture is displayed on the entire screen. After viewing in the REGULAR mode in
which black bands may occur at the left and right of the screen, it is recommended to change to the PANORAMIC mode to display
the picture on the entire screen.
Do not view for long periods of time using the PIP function (page 16) or MULTI-PICTURE function (page 17).
If Burn-in has occurred
If burn-in occurs, try the REFRESH function (page 30). If burn-in is minimal it may gradually become less noticeable.
Note:Once burn-in occurs it will never disappear completely.
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Burn-in example
While an image is displayed With power OFF
Burn-in example
While an image is displayed With power OFF
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Failure to heed the following precautions may result in damage to the TV or remote control.
DO NOT block the TV’s ventilation openings or holes.
(If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to get out.)
DO NOT place anything on top of the TV.
(such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted plants, cups, etc.)
DO NOT allow objects or liquid into the cabinet openings.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)
DO NOT place any naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the TV.
D.I.S.T. demonstration
To start the D.I.S.T. demonstration:
Press the abutton to display the MENU (main menu). Then press the yellow button.
A picture split in two (D.I.S.T. turned on and D.I.S.T. turned off) will appear on the screen.
To quit the D.I.S.T. demonstration:
Press the yellow button, bbutton, Ppbuttons or any of the number buttons.
Pixel defects
PDPs use collections of fine dots (“pixels”) to display images. While there is no problem with more than 99.99% of these pixels,
please understand that a very small number of pixels may not light, or may light all the time.
Do not install the TV near electronic equipment that is susceptible to electromagnetic waves
It may cause interference in images, sound, etc. In particular, keep video equipment away from this product.
Effect on infrared devices
There may be interference while using infrared devices such as infrared cordless headphones.
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 hard.
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.
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CONTENTS
Checking contents of packages............5
Setting up your TV..................................6
Installation..........................................................6
Putting the batteries into the Remote control.....6
Connections............................................7
Connection diagram...........................................7
Connecting the TV and receiver ........................8
Connecting the aerial and video cassette
recorder (VCR)...................................................8
Connecting the power cord to the AC outlet ......9
Initial settings .......................................10
T-V LINK functions...........................................11
TV buttons and functions ....................12
Turn the TV on from standby mode .................12
Choose a TV channel ......................................12
Watch images from external devices ...............12
Adjust the volume ............................................12
Using the headphone.......................................12
Using the Menu................................................12
Remote control buttons and
functions............................................13
Turn the TV on or off from standby mode ........13
Choose a TV channel ......................................13
Adjust the volume ............................................14
Watch images from external equipment ..........14
ZOOM function.................................................15
3D SOUND function.........................................15
Displaying the current time ..............................16
Return to TV channel instantly.........................16
Using the FREEZE function .............................16
Using the PIP function .....................................16
Using the MULTI-PICTURE function ...............17
Operating a JVC brand VCR or DVD player ....17
Teletext function...................................18
Basic operation ................................................18
Using the List Mode .........................................18
Hold..................................................................18
Sub-page .........................................................19
Reveal..............................................................19
Size ..................................................................19
Index ................................................................19
Cancel..............................................................19
Using the TV’s menu............................20
Basic operation ................................................20
PICTURE SETTING ...............................21
PICTURE MODE .............................................21
Picture Adjustment...........................................21
COLOUR TEMP...............................................21
PICTURE FEATURES........................... 22
DIGITAL VNR.................................................. 22
Super DigiPure................................................ 22
COLOUR SYSTEM ......................................... 23
MOVIE THEATRE........................................... 23
4:3 AUTO ASPECT......................................... 23
COLOUR MANAGEMENT .............................. 23
PIP (picture-in-picture) .................................... 24
SOUND SETTING ................................. 25
STEREO / I • II ................................................ 25
Sound Adjustment........................................... 25
SPEAKER ....................................................... 25
BBE ................................................................. 25
3D SOUND...................................................... 25
A.H.B. (Active Hyper Bass) ............................. 25
HEADPHONE ................................................. 26
EXT SETTING ....................................... 27
S-IN (S-VIDEO input) ...................................... 27
ID LIST ............................................................ 27
DUBBING........................................................ 27
FEATURES............................................ 29
SLEEP TIMER ................................................ 29
BLUE BACK .................................................... 29
CHILD LOCK................................................... 29
DECODER (EXT-2)......................................... 30
REFRESH ....................................................... 30
PICTURE SHIFT ............................................. 30
INSTALL................................................ 31
LANGUAGE .................................................... 31
AUTO PROGRAM........................................... 31
EDIT/MANUAL ................................................ 32
Additional menu operations ............... 35
Using the ACI function .................................... 35
Downloading data to a VCR............................ 35
Changing the COUNTRY setting .................... 36
Using the DECODER (EXT-2) function........... 36
Additional preparation......................... 37
Connecting external equipment ...................... 37
CH/CC numbers ................................... 39
Troubleshooting................................... 40
Specifications....................................... 42
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Checking contents of packages
Check that all components are present. Contact your retailer immediately if any components are missing.
Power cord
• One of the power cords below, suitable for your area, will be included with your TV.
• Some models come with a stand or wall-mounting fixtures.
TV
System cable
Hook ×2
Remote control AA/R6-size batteries
(used to check operation)
Receiver
Ferrite core ×4 Mounting screw ×2
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Setting up your TV
Be sure to have someone help you when you lift up the TV. The TV is too heavy to lift up by yourself.
If the TV falls, it will cause injuries and damage.
Installation
Depending on the model, the TV may come with a wall mounting unit or table top stand. If so, a
separate instruction manual is provided. Read that instruction manual and install the TV correctly.
• For models which are supplied without a wall mounting unit or table top stand, or when using another unit to install the TV, only use
JVC units which were designed for this TV.
Warning for wall mounting unit:
• Use only authorized service personnel to install your TV in order to prevent accidents. Do not try to install your TV by yourself.
• We sell this product on the understanding that it will be assembled and installed by qualified service personnel.
• Please read the instruction manual for the wall mounting unit before starting installation in order to prevent accidents.
• We are not liable for any damage caused by faulty assembly, faulty wall mounting, insecure wall mounting, misuse, alterations, or
natural disasters.
Cautions for installation
• Do not tilt the TV towards the left or right, or towards the back.
• Install the TV in a corner on a wall or on the floor so as to keep cords out of the way.
• The TV will generate a slight amount of heat during operation. Ensure that sufficient space is available around the TV to allow
satisfactory cooling. See “Distance recommendations” on page 1
Putting the batteries into the Remote control
Use two AA/R6 dry cell batteries.
Insert the batteries from the -end, making sure the +and -polarities are correct.
• Follow the warnings printed on the batteries.
• Battery life is about six months to one year, depending on your frequency of use.
• The batteries we supply are only for setting up and testing your TV, please replace them as soon as you need to.
• If the remote control does not work properly, replace the batteries.
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Connections
Caution
• Turn off all equipment including the TV before connecting anything.
Connection diagram
DISPLAY OUT
AUDIO OUT
R
L
Pr
RL
Pb Y
EXT-3
S
EXT-1
EXT-2
S EXT-4
AC110 - 240V
DISPLAY INPUT
CONNECT TO SYSTEM CABLE
AC INPUT
110-240V
Connecting antenna and other equipment
• Refer to page 8 for connection details.
TV (back)
Cable supplied with TV
• Refer to page 9 for connection
details.
Cable supplied with receiver
• Refer to page 9 for connection details.
Receiver (back)
Supplied system cable
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Connecting the TV and receiver
Use the supplied system cable to connect the TV to the
receiver.
The two connectors are of different shapes.
Ensure that the pins on connector 1are oriented correctly,
press the connector into the socket, and tighten the screws at
left and right to lock it in place.
Press connector 2firmly into place until it is locked.
Disconnecting the system cable
Release connector 1by unscrewing the screws at left and
right and removing it from the socket.
Release connector 2by removing it from the socket while
pressing the release bottoms on either side.
Connecting the aerial and video
cassette recorder (VCR)
• The connecting cables are not provided.
• For further details, refer to the manuals provided with
the devices to be connected.
If you are connecting a VCR, follow A
AA
A→
→→
→B
BB
B→
→→
→
C
CC
Cin the diagram opposite.
If you are not connecting a VCR, follow 1
11
1.
To use the T-V LINK functions, you must have a T-V
LINK compatible VCR connected by a SCART cable Cto
the EXT-2 terminal on the TV. For details about T-V LINK
functions, see “T-V LINK functions” on page 11.
• You can watch a video using the VCR without doing C.
For details, see your VCR instruction manual.
• To connect more equipment, please see “Connecting
external equipment” on page 37.
• To connect additional audio equipment, see “Connecting
Speakers/Amplifier” on page 38.
• If you connect a decoder to a T-V LINK compatible
VCR, set the DECODER (EXT-2) function to ON. For
details, see “Using the DECODER (EXT-2) function”
on page 36.
Otherwise, you will not be able to watch scrambled
channels.
2
1
2
1
Pr
RL
Pb Y
EXT-
3
S
EXT-1
EXT-2
S EXT-4
75-ohm
Coaxial
Cable
21-pin
SCART
Cable
Back of the receiver
75-ohm Coaxial Cable
AV IN/OUT
Terminal
To Aerial
Output
To Aerial
Input
VCR
Aerial
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Connecting the power cord to the AC
outlet
Insert the AC plugs on the power cords from the TV and
receiver into AC outlets.
Caution
• Operate only from the power source specified (AC 110
– 240 V, 50/60 Hz) on the unit.
• Failure to use the supplied power cord or to insert it
into a correctly earthed outlet may result in electric
shocks.
Use the supplied power cord which best suits the area in
which you live.
Attaching the ferrite cores
Attach ferrite cores to the power cord.
Using the power cord without ferrite cores may lead to
noise (interference).
Open the ferrite core, insert the power cord and close the
ferrite core.
Attach a ferrite core to each end of the power cord.
Insert the AC plug into a correctly earthed outlet.
The receiver power lamp lights red, and the receiver is in
the standby mode, when the AC plug on the power cord is
connected to an AC outlet.
• Remove the AC plug from the outlet to completely
disconnect the TV from the power supply.
Receiver (back)
1Aerial socket (page 8)
2EXT-1 terminal (pages 8, 27, 37)
3EXT-2 terminal (pages 8, 11, 27, 37)
4EXT-3 terminal (pages 27, 37)
5EXT-4 terminal (pages 27, 37)
6AUDIO OUT terminal (page 38)
7DISPLAY OUT terminal (page 8)
8AC INLET (page 9)
AC110 - 240V
Power cord
Back of the receiver
Back of the TV
Power cord
AC INLET
AC INLET
Ferrite core
Supplied ferrite cores
Power cord
Supplied ferrite cores
Supplied ferrite cores
DISPLAY OUT
AUDIO OUT
R
L
Pr
RL
Pb Y
EXT-3
S
EXT-1
EXT-2
S EXT-4
AC110 - 240V
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Initial settings
When the TV is first turned on, it enters the initial setting
mode, and the JVC logo is displayed. Follow the
instructions on the on-screen display to make the initial
settings.
1 Make sure you set the VCR/TV/DVD switch to
the TV position.
• You cannot turn the TV on when the VCR/TV/DVD
switch is set to the VCR or DVD position.
2 Press the #
##
#button on the remote control
The receiver power lamp changes from red to green.
After a short interval the TV power lamp lights green
and the JVC logo is displayed.
• Check that the AC plugs on the power cords from the
TV and receiver are connected to AC outlets.
• If the power lamp stays red and does not change to
green:
Your TV is in the standby mode. Press the #
(Standby) button again to turn your TV on.
• If the JVC logo does not appear this is because your
TV has already been turned on for the first time:
use the “LANGUAGE” and “AUTO PROGRAM”
functions to make the initial settings. For details, see
“INSTALL” on page 31.
3Pressthea
aa
abutton
The LANGUAGE menu appears.
4Pressthe5
55
5and 6
66
6buttons to choose
ENGLISH. Then press the a
aa
abutton
The on-screen display will then be in English.
The COUNTRY menu appears as a sub-menu of the
AUTO PROGRAM function.
There are two COUNTRY menus. Pressing the yellow
button changes the COUNTRY menu as follows:
5Pressthe5
55
5and 6
66
6buttons to choose the
country where you are
•For uses in the UK:
To receive SKY 1 you need a satellite tuner. You
must have the satellite tuner set to SKY 1 before
starting the AUTO PROGRAM function which
follows.
6 Press the blue button to start the AUTO
PROGRAM function
The AUTO PROGRAM menu appears and received TV
channels are automatically stored in the programme
numbers (PR).
• To cancel the AUTO PROGRAM function:
Press the bbutton.
After the TV channels have been registered in
the programme numbers (PR), the EDIT menu
appears
• If you want to, you can now edit the programme
numbers (PR) using the EDIT/MANUAL function.
For details, see “EDIT/MANUAL” on page 32.
• If you do not want to edit programme numbers (PR),
go to the next step.
VCR/TV/DVD
Switch
Yellow button
Blue button
Remote control
sensor
Power lamp
TV (front)
Power lampAbutton
Receiver (front)
D0002(E)-EN
BACK
LANGUAGE
TV OK
BACK
MORE
START
TV OK
BACK
MORE
START
TV OK
D0003-EN
BACK
TV OK
EDIT
CH / CC
PR ID
AV
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
CH
CH
BBC1
CH
CH
CH
CH
CC
CC
CC
21
23
22
26
25
24
01
02
03
ID
INSERT
DELETE
MANUAL
CH 10
AUTO PROGRAM
20%
D0004-EN
MOVE
BACK
TV OK
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If “ACI START/ACI SKIP” appears in the AUTO
PROGRAM menu:
You can use the ACI (Automatic Channel Installation)
function to decode the ACI data and complete the
registration of all the TV channels quickly. For details of
the ACI function and how to use it, see “Using the ACI
function” on page 35.
If you don’t want to use the ACI function, press the 6
buttons to choose ACI SKIP and then press a.
7 Press the a
aa
abutton to display the T-V LINK
menu
8 If you do not have a T-V LINK compatible VCR
connected:
Press the bbutton to exit the T-V LINK menu.
The T-V LINK menu disappears.
If you have a T-V LINK compatible VCR
connected to the EXT-2 terminal:
Follow the operating procedure “Downloading data to a
VCR” on page 35 to transmit the programme number
(PR) data.
Now, the initial settings are complete, and you can
watch the TV
•When the COUNTRY setting is UNITED
KINGDOM:
BBC1, BBC2, ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5 are
automatically set to the programme numbers PR1 to
PR5. If the TV doesn't receive one of these TV channels,
that programme number (PR) will not be set. Programme
number PR6 is not normally set.
•When the COUNTRY setting is not UNITED
KINGDOM:
If your TV can detect the TV channel name from the TV
channel broadcast signal, the TV channel name is
assigned to the programme number (PR) to which the
TV channel has been set. However, which TV channels
are set to which programme numbers (PR) will depend
on the area in which you live.
• If a TV channel you want to view is not set to a
programme number (PR), you can set it using the
MANUAL function. For details, see “EDIT/MANUAL”
on page 32.
• The AUTO PROGRAM function does not set the
programme number PR 0 (AV) for your video cassette
recorder. You will need to set this using the MANUAL
function.
• In some areas you may get TV reception from more than
one transmitter, for example different ITV regions. In
this case each TV channel could be set twice. If this
happens, the first set of channels will have the stronger
signal. If you want to delete the second set of channels,
you will have to do it manually (see page 34).
T-V LINK functions
When you have a T-V LINK compatible VCR connected to
the EXT-2 Terminal on the TV, it is easier to set up the VCR
and to view videos. T-V LINK uses the following features:
To use T-V LINK functions:
A “T-V LINK compatible VCR” means a JVC video
cassette recorder with the T-V LINK logo, or with one of
the following logos. However, these VCRs may support
some or all of the features described earlier. For details, see
your VCR instruction manual.
“Q-LINK” (a trademark of Panasonic Corporation)
“Data Logic” (a trademark of Metz Corporation)
“Easy Link” (a trademark of Phillips Corporation)
“Megalogic” (a trademark of Grundig Corporation)
“SMARTLINK” (a trademark of Sony Corporation).
Pre-set download
The VCR will automatically download the registered data on
the TV channels from the TV. This means you do not need
to set up the program channels on your VCR manually.
The preset download function automatically begins when
the initial setting is complete or whenever you carry out the
AUTO PROGRAM or EDIT/MANUAL functions.
You can also carry out this function using your VCR controls.
When “FEATURE NOT AVAILABLE” is displayed:
If “FEATURE NOT AVAILABLE” is displayed, the
download was not performed correctly. Before trying to
download again, check that:
• the VCR power is turned on
• the VCR is T-V LINK compatible
• the VCR is connected to the EXT-2 terminal
• the SCART cable is fully wired.
Direct Rec
“What You See Is What You Record”
You can easily record to VCR the images that you are
watching on the TV.
For details, read the manual for your VCR.
Use your VCR controls. “VCR IS RECORDING” is displayed.
In the following situations, the VCR will stop
recording if the TV is turned off, if the TV channel
or input is changed, or if the menu is displayed on
the TV:
• when recording images from an external device
connected to the TV (for example a camcorder)
• when recording a TV channel after it has been
unscrambled on a decoder
• when recording a TV channel by using the TV’s output
because the VCR’s own tuner cannot properly receive
that channel.
When the VCR is not ready (for example when there is no
tape inserted), “NO RECORDING” is displayed.
You cannot carry out Direct Rec using your TV’s control.
Generally, the VCR cannot record a TV channel that it
cannot receive properly on its own tuner, even if you can
view that TV channel on the TV. However, some VCRs can
record a TV channel by using the TV’s output if that
channel can be viewed on the TV. For details, see your
VCR instruction manual.
TV auto power on/VCR image view
When the VCR starts playing, the TV automatically turns on
and the images from the EXT-2 terminal appear on the screen.
When the VCR menu is operated, the TV automatically
turns on and the images from the EXT-2 terminal appear on
the screen.
• Check that the AC plugs on the power cords from the TV
and receiver are connected to AC outlets.
D0005-EN
BACK
DOWNLOAD TV VCR
T-V LINK
TV OK
EXIT
For users in the UK:
If you have any problems setting up your

new TV, please call the 
Helpline on 0870 330 5000 .
For users in the Republic of Ireland:
If you have any problems setting up your

new TV, please call the 
Helpline on 1890-582500 .
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TV buttons and functions
Refer to the pages in parentheses for details.
1Remote control sensor
2Power lamp (page 10)
3MENU/OK button (pages 12, 20)
4TV/AV button (page 12)
5r(Volume) qbuttons (page 12)
6P pbuttons (page 12)
7A(Stand by) button (page 12)
Refer to the pages in parentheses for details.
1Headphone jack (mini jack) (page 37)
2EXT-5 terminal (pages 27, 37)
3A(Stand by) button (page 12)
4Power lamp (page 10)
Turn the TV on from standby mode
Press the A
AA
Abutton or P p
pp
pbuttons to turn the TV
on from standby mode
• Check that the AC plugs on the power cords from the TV
and receiver are connected to correctly AC outlets.
Choose a TV channel
Press the P p
pp
pbuttons to choose a programme
number (PR) or an EXT terminal
Watch images from external devices
Press the TV/AV button to choose a TV/AV
terminal
Adjust the volume
Press the q
qq
qbuttons
The volume level indicator appears.
Using the headphone
• The headphone volume is adjusted with the
“HEADPHONE” menu (see page 26).
Using the Menu
Use the MENU/OK button.
Refer to “Using the TV’s menu” (see page 20) for details of
using the menu.
TV (front)
TV (back)
R
IN(EXT-5)
L
S
How to open the cover
Receiver (front)
EXT-1
EXT-5
EXT-2
EXT-4
EXT-3
E3 S3
E5 E4S5
E2 S2 E1
TV mode EXT modes
Last
Programme
number or
or
or
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ENGLISH
Remote control buttons and functions
1Muting button
2Number buttons
3Information button
4cbutton
53sound button
6bbutton
75buttons
8g(Text) button
9ppbuttons
0VCR/DVD/Teletext control buttons
-pbuttons
=Standby button
~VCR/TV/DVD switch
!Rbutton
@Colour buttons
#abutton
$Dbutton
%6buttons
^fbutton
&rqbuttons
*Xbutton
(gbutton
Turn the TV on or off from standby
mode
1 Make sure you set the VCR/TV/DVD switch to
the TV position.
• You cannot turn the TV on or off when the VCR/TV/
DVD switch is set to the VCR or DVD position.
2 Press the #
##
#(standby) button to turn the TV on
or off.
When the TV is turned on, the power lamp changes from
red to green.
• The power can be turned on by pressing the b
button, ppbuttons or Number buttons.
• Check that the AC plugs on the power cords from the
TV and receiver are connected to AC outlets.
Choose a TV channel
Use the number buttons:
Enter the programme number (PR) of the
channel using the number buttons.
Example:
•PR6→press 6
• PR 12 →press 1and 2
Use the p
pp
pp
pp
pbuttons:
Press the p
pp
pp
pp
pbuttons to choose the
programme number (PR) you want.
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Use the PR LIST:
1 Press the h
hh
h(information) button to display the
PR LIST
Pressing the h(information) button changes the display
as follows:
2 Press the 5
55
5and 6
66
6buttons to choose a
programme number (PR). Then press the a
aa
a
button
• For programme numbers (PR) with the CHILD
LOCK function set, the n(CHILD LOCK) mark
appears next to the programme number (PR) in the
PR LIST.
• You cannot use the 6buttons to choose a
programme number (PR) with the CHILD LOCK
function set.
• Even if you try to choose a programme number (PR)
with the CHILD LOCK function set, the n(CHILD
LOCK) mark will appear, and you cannot watch the
TV channel. To watch the TV channel, see “CHILD
LOCK” on page 29.
Adjust the volume
Press the r
rr
rq
qq
qbuttons to adjust the volume.
The volume indicator appears and the volume changes as
you press the rqbuttons.
• The headphone volume is adjusted with the
“HEADPHONE” menu (see page 26).
Muting the sound
Press the l
ll
l(muting) button to turn off the
sound.
Pressing the l(muting) button again restores the previous
volume level.
Watch images from external equipment
Use the o
oo
obutton:
Press the o
oo
obutton to choose an EXT
terminal.
Use the 6
66
6buttons:
Press the 6
66
6buttons to choose an EXT
terminal.
Use the PR LIST:
1Presstheh
hh
h(information) button to display the
PR LIST
2Pressthe5
55
5and 6
66
6buttons to choose an
EXT terminal. Then press the a
aa
abutton
• The EXT terminals are registered after the
programme number PR 99.
• You can choose a video input signal from the S-
VIDEO signal (Y/C signal) and regular video signal
(composite signal). For details, see “S-IN (S-VIDEO
input)” on page 27.
• If you do not have a clear picture or no colour
appears, change the colour system manually. See
“COLOUR SYSTEM” on page 23.
• This TV set has a function which can automatically
change over the input according to a special signal
output from an external device. (The EXT-4 and
EXT-5 terminals do not support this function.)
To return to a TV channel:
Press the bbutton, the ppbuttons or the number
buttons.
To use the programme number PR 0 (AV):
When the TV and VCR are connected only by the aerial
cable, choosing the programme number PR 0 (AV) allows
you to view images from the VCR. Set the VCR RF channel
to the programme number PR 0 (AV) manually. For details,
see “EDIT/MANUAL” on page 32.
Pressing the obutton changes the choice as follows:
• The VCR sends its playback image along the aerial cable
as an RF (radio frequency) signal.
• Also see your VCR instruction manual.
PR ID
AV
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
BBC1
D0011-EN
12 : 00
PR LIST
TV OK
+10-10
No display
EXT-1
EXT-5
EXT-2
EXT-4
EXT-3
E3 S3
E5 E4S5
E2 S2 E1
TV mode EXT modes
Programme
numbers
PR 1 – PR 99 or
or
or
EXT-1
EXT-5
EXT-2
EXT-4
EXT-3
E3 S3
E5 E4S5
E2 S2 E1
TV mode EXT modes
Programme
numbers
PR 1 – PR 99
or
or
or
PR 0
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ZOOM function
You can change the screen size according to the picture
aspect ratio. Choose the optimum one from the following
ZOOM modes.
AUTO:
When a WSS (Wide Screen Signalling) signal, which shows
the aspect ratio of the picture, is included in the broadcast
signal or the signal from an external device, the TV
automatically changes the ZOOM mode to 16:9 ZOOM
mode or FULL mode according to the WSS signal.
If a WSS signal is not included, the picture is displayed in
accordance with the ZOOM mode set with the 4:3 AUTO
ASPECT function.
• For details of the 4:3 AUTO ASPECT function, see “4:3
AUTO ASPECT” on page 23.
• When the AUTO (WSS) mode does not function
correctly due to poor WSS signal quality or when you
want to change the ZOOM mode, press the c
button and change to another ZOOM mode.
REGULAR:
Use to view a normal picture (4:3 aspect ratio) as this is its
original shape.
PANORAMIC:
This stretches the left and right sides of a normal picture
(4:3 aspect ratio) to fill the screen, without making the
picture appear unnatural.
• The top and bottom of the picture are slightly cut off.
14:9 ZOOM:
This zooms up the wide picture (14:9 aspect ratio) to the
upper and lower limits of the screen.
16:9 ZOOM:
This zooms up the wide picture (16:9 aspect ratio) to the
full screen.
16:9 ZOOM SUBTITLE:
This zooms up the wide picture (16:9 aspect ratio) with
subtitles to the full screen.
FULL:
This uniformly stretches the left and right sides of a normal
picture (4:3 aspect ratio) to fill the wide TV screen.
• For 16:9 aspect ratio pictures that have been squeezed
into a normal picture (4:3 aspect ratio), use the FULL
mode to restore the picture to its original shape.
Choose the ZOOM mode
1Pressthec
cc
cbutton to display the ZOOM
menu
• The cbutton does not work in the twin
pictures mode.
2Pressthe6
66
6buttons to choose a ZOOM mode.
Then press the a
aa
abutton
The picture expands and the chosen ZOOM mode is
displayed in about 5 seconds.
• The ZOOM mode may be automatically changed by
the control signal from an external device. When you
want to return to the previous ZOOM mode, choose
the ZOOM mode again.
Adjusting the visible area of the picture
If subtitles or the top (or bottom) of the picture are cut off,
you can adjust the visible area of the picture manually.
1Pressthecbutton
The ZOOM menu appears.
2Pressthea
aa
abutton to display the ZOOM mode
indicator
The indicator appears.
3 While it is displayed, press the 6
66
6buttons to
change the position of the picture
• You cannot adjust the visible area in REGULAR or
FULL mode.
3D SOUND function
You can enjoy sounds with a wider ambience.
Press the 3
33
3button to turn the 3D SOUND
function on or off
• The 3D SOUND function does not work properly with
mono sound.
• The 3D SOUND function can be also turned on or off by
using the SOUND SETTING menu. For details, see “3D
SOUND” on page 25.
TV OK
BACK
D0009-EN
AUTO
REGULAR
PANORAMIC
14:9 ZOOM
16:9 ZOOM
16:9 ZOOM SUBTITLE
FULL
ZOOM
16 : 9 ZOOM
D0010-EN
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Displaying the current time
You can display the current time on the screen.
Press the h
hh
h(information) button to display the
current time
Pressing the h(information) button changes the display as
follows:
• This TV uses teletext data to set the current time. If the
TV has not received a TV channel that has teletext
programmes since it was turned on, the time display is
blank. To see the time, choose a TV channel that has
teletext programmes.
• When watching videos, an incorrect current time is
sometimes displayed.
Return to TV channel instantly
You can return to a TV channel instantly.
Press the b
bb
bbutton
The TV returns to the TV mode and a TV channel appears.
Using the FREEZE function
You can view the current programme as a still picture.
1 Press the f
ff
fbutton
The still picture of the current picture will appear.
To cancel the FREEZE function:
Press the f
ff
fbutton, the ppbuttons or the number
buttons.
• The FREEZE function does not work while a sub-
picture is displayed.
• The still picture cannot be output from the TV.
• The FREEZE function is cleared if no operation is
performed for approximately one minute.
Using the PIP function
You can view two pictures (Main-picture and sub-picture).
Two different TV programmes can be watched at the same
time, or a TV programme and a video programme from an
external device can be watched at the same time.
1PresstheR
RR
Rbutton
Pressing the R
RR
Rbutton changes the PIP mode as follows:
2Pressthep
pp
pbuttons to change the sub-
picture to the picture from another EXT terminal
Listening to the sound of the sub-picture:
You can listen to the sound of the sub-picture with the
headphones while listening to the sound of the main-
picture from the TV speakers.
For details, see “HEADPHONE” on page 26.
• The sub-picture sound is mono.
Changing the position of the sub-picture:
You can choose one of four positions.
For details, see “PIP (picture-in-picture)” on page 24.
Swapping the main-picture and sub-picture:
Press the gbutton.
The main-picture and sub-picture will be swapped.
PR ID
AV
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
BBC1
D0011-EN
12 : 00
PR LIST
TV OK
+10-10
No display
D0056
current
programme still picture
D0057
Twin pictures mode
Picture in picture mode
Cancel the PIP function
Main-
picture
Main-
picture
Main-
picture
Sub-
picture
Sub-
picture
AB
D0051
A B
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Cancelling the PIP function:
Press the R
RR
Rbutton or bbutton.
• If the main-picture signal is poor, the quality of the
sub-picture may also be poor.
• If the pictures have different standards, the top and
bottom of one of them may be missing.
• If an external device is operated, the sub-picture may
disappear. If this happens, press the R
RR
Rbutton again
to redisplay the sub-picture.
• You cannot view a scrambled channel in the sub-
picture. If the g(swap) button is pressed when
viewing a scrambled channel in the main-picture
using an external decoder, the channel you have been
viewing in the sub-picture will appear in both the
main-picture and sub-picture.
• The ZOOM function does not work in the twin-
picture mode.
• Do not press the g(swap) button while you are
recording the TV output on the VCR. If you do, the
TV output signal will change.
• The BLUE BACK function does not work in the twin
picture mode or the picture-in-picture mode.
• A progressive-scanning picture cannot be displayed
as the sub-picture.
Also:
- When the EXT-4 picture is a progressive-scanning
picture, you cannot choose EXT-4 with the p
buttons.
- When the EXT-4 picture signal is changed to a
progressive-scanning picture while the EXT-4
picture is displayed as the sub-picture, the PIP
function is cancelled.
- The pictures cannot be swapped when a
progressive-scanning picture from EXT-4 is being
displayed as the main picture.
• The sub-picture cannot be output from the TV.
Using the MULTI-PICTURE function
You can display multi-pictures so you can find a program
you want to view.
1 Press the X
XX
Xbutton to display multi-pictures
The channels are displayed in channel number order.
The multi-pictures will appear in multi-picture mode.
12-pictures multi:
2 Press the p
pp
pbuttons to choose the screen you
want to see
The chosen picture changes to a moving picture.
3Pressthea
aa
abutton
The multi-pictures disappear and the chosen picture
appears.
Cancelling the multi-pictures:
Press the bbutton, the number buttons or the a
button.
• Pictures from external devices cannot be displayed in
the 12-pictures multi mode.
Operating a JVC brand VCR or DVD
player
These buttons will operate a JVC brand VCR or DVD
player. Pressing a button that looks the same as the device’s
original remote control button has the same effect as the
original remote control.
1 Set the VCR/TV/DVD switch to the VCR or DVD
position
VCR:
When you are using a VCR, set the switch to the VCR
position. You can turn the VCR on or off with the #
(Standby) button.
DVD:
When you are using a DVD player, set the switch to the
DVD position. You can turn the DVD player on or off
with the #(Standby) button.
2 Press the VCR/DVD Control Button to control
your VCR or DVD player
• If your device is not made by JVC, these buttons will
not work.
• Even if your device is made by JVC, some of these
buttons may not work, depending on the device you
are using.
• You can use the pbuttons to choose a TV channel
the VCR will receive, or choose the chapter the DVD
player plays back.
• Some models of DVD player use the pbuttons for
both operating the fast forward/backward functions
and for choosing the chapter. In this case, the
253 buttons do not work.
• Set the VCR/TV/DVD switch to the TV position
when you turn the TV on or off.
To use D
DD
Dbutton
Some DVDs allow you to select the disc contents using the
menu. When you play back these DVDs, you can select the
subtitle language and sound-track language, etc by using the
DVD menu.
1PressD
DD
Dbutton during play back
The DVD menu appears on the screen.
•PressDbutton again to resume playback
at the scene when you pressed the button.
2Press6
66
6or 5
55
5buttons to select the desired
item
3Pressa
aa
abutton
The menu continues to another screen.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set additional items if any.
D0058-EN
Still pictures
Moving picture
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Teletext function
Basic operation
1 Choose a TV channel with a teletext broadcast
2 Make sure you set the VCR/TV/DVD switch to
the TV position.
3 Press g
gg
g(Text) button to display the teletext
Pressing g(Text) button changes the mode as follows:
4 Choose a teletext page by pressing the p
pp
pp
pp
p
buttons, number buttons or colour buttons
To return to the TV mode:
Press the bbutton or g(Text) button.
• If you have trouble receiving teletext broadcasts,
consult your local dealer or the teletext station.
• The ZOOM function will not work in the TV and text
mode or Text mode.
• You cannot operate menus when viewing a teletext
programme.
• Language display depends on the country which was
set on the COUNTRY menu. If characters on a
Teletext programme do not appear properly, change
the COUNTRY Setting to other country’s. For detail,
“Changing the COUNTRY setting” on page 36.
When viewing a teletext programme, the text
periodically moves a little at a time towards either the
top or bottom of the screen. This is to prevent burn-in
and is not a malfunction.
Using the List Mode
You can store the numbers of your favourite teletext pages
in memory and call them up quickly using the colour
buttons.
To store the page numbers:
1PressB
BB
Bbutton to go into the List mode
The page numbers you have stored are displayed at the
bottom of the screen.
2 Press a Colour button to choose a position.
Then press the Number buttons to enter the
page number
3 Press and hold down A
AA
A(Store) button
The four page numbers blink white to show that they are
stored in memory.
To call up a stored page:
1PresstheB
BB
Bbutton to engage the List mode
2 Press a colour button having a stored page
To exit the List mode:
Press the Bbutton again.
Hold
You can hold a teletext page on the screen for as long as
you want, even while several other teletext pages are being
received.
Press the C
CC
C(Hold) button
To cancel the Hold function:
Press C(Hold) button again.
• The Hold function is cleared if no operation is performed
for approximately one minute.
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D1043
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TV mode TV and text mode
Text mode
Hold indication
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