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AV-61S902
PROJECTION TELEVISION
USER'S GUIDE
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
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6 If an outside antenna is connected to the TV set, be sure the
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 to lightning
storms or power line surges.
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.
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.
7 An 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.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
SERVICE
15 Unplug this TV set from the wall outlet and refer 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.
8 TV sets are provided with ventilation openings in the cabinet
to allow heat generated during operation to be released.
Therefore:
E. If the TV set has been dropped or damaged in any way.
F. When the TV set exhibits a distinct change in perform-
ance — this indicates a need for service.
— 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.
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.
— Never cover the openings with a cloth or other material.
— Never place the TV set near or over a radiator or heat register.
9 To avoid personal injury:
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.
— Do not place a TV set on a sloping shelf unless 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.
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.
— Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer’s
instructions, and should use a mounting kit approved by
the manufacturer.
19 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.
USE
10 Caution children about dropping or pushing objects into the TV set
through cabinet openings. Some internal parts carry hazardous
voltages and contact can result in a fire or electrical shock.
11 Unplug the TV set from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do
not use liquid or an aerosol cleaner.
12 Never add accessories to a TV set that has not been designed for
this purpose. Such additions may result in a hazard.
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Welcome...
Thank you for purchasing JVC’s model AV-61S902 “D’Ahlia” HDTV-ready projection television which uses the
high-quality D-ILA projection system.
The D’Ahlia is one of the highest quality and most technologically advanced televisions available today.
It is recommended that you read this instruction manual before using the television in order to learn about the
many features.
Cautions related to the safe use of the device and important information which will help you to be able to use this
device for a long time are in Appendixes A to C.
Once again, thank you for purchasing this television and please enjoy using it.
In order to be able to use the television for a long time
This television uses a lamp to project the picture onto the screen.
Before using the television, please read the safety cautions and information about this television which are sum-
marized below.
1. When the power is turned on, the warming-up commences
This television uses a lamp to project the picture onto the screen.
Once the lamp has warmed up, you can enjoy the pictures at their full brightness.
What happens when the power is turned on is explained below.
Immediately after the power is turned on, since the lamp has not had time to warm up, the picture is displayed
only dimly on the screen. As the lamp warms up, the picture becomes brighter. It takes approximately one
minute for the lamp to warm up to its normal operating temperature.
There are 10 LED indicators on the front panel of the television and these can be used as a guide.
When the POWER button is pressed, the 10 LED indicators light green and then go out one at a time approxi-
mately every 5 seconds.
2. Cooling the inside of the television and the lamp
Cooling is also performed while the television being shut down.
When the POWER button is pressed to turn the power off, the following operations are performed.
When the television is turned off, the picture on the screen darkens from the outsides like a pair of curtains
closing. If the POWER button is pressed again while the curtains are still closing, the power can be turned back
on again.
Once the curtains have fully closed and the screen is dark, cooling is performed for approximately one
minute.
While the cooling is being performed, the 10 LED indicators on the front panel light two at a time while moving
clockwise. The television can not be operated while the cooling is being performed.
After the cooling has been performed for approximately one minute, the power is turned off.
Do not remove the electric plug until after the cooling has been completed. If the electric plug is removed
without performing the cooling operation, the internal circuits and lamp may overheat leading to the life of the
lamp being shortened and the possibilities of malfunctions.
Do not block the ventilation holes
Do not block the ventilation holes while the power is turned on. Do not block the air intake holes behind the
speaker grills.
Clean the air filter once every three months.
In order for cold air to be fed inside the device, the two filters which are behind the speaker grills, must be
regularly cleaned. If cold air is not fed into the device, the internal circuits and lamp may overheat leading to
the life of the lamp being shortened and the possibilities of malfunctions. Refer to Appendix A for the details
about cleaning the air filters.
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3. The lamp is a consumable item
Replace the lamp when it has blown or when the pictures becomes dark. The lamp is a user-replaceable item.
The lamp must be recycled. For a detailed explanation of how to recycle the lamp, refer to Appendix B and
the instruction that are included with the replacement lamp kit.
4. The television requires a lot of electric power
It is recommended that the television is connected directly to the wall socket, and not to another device. When
connecting the television to a wall socket that is being used by another device or when using an extension
cord, be careful not to exceed the capacity of the socket.
Do not turn the power on and off repeatedly in a short time.
It subjects the television and lamp to stress and may lead to malfunctions and the life of the lamp being short-
ened.
5. The screen is made of plastic
Handle the screen carefully as it scratches easily. Do not rub, hit or press it with any hard objects.
When the screen is dirty, gently wipe it with a soft cloth. Refer to Appendix A for details of how to clean the
screen.
6. Caution! Warm air from air duct
This unit has an air duct for cooling. The duct will blow warm air while the television is operating. When placing
the television, make sure not to locate the unit too close to wallpaper. The warm air could cause the color of
the wallpaper to change. Also take care to keep children and pets away from the warm air ducts. Long expo-
sure to the warm air from the ducts could cause a minor burn.
7 Caution! Moving this unit
This unit has casters. When you are moving the unit, try to only push the unit from the sides. Attempting to
push the unit from the front or back could cause the unit to tip over.
When lifting this unit, do not hold by the screen frame. Holding the screen frame could cause it to detach from
the unit and fall.
8. Do not replace the lamp immediately after use
The lamp becomes extremely hot during use. If the lamp is touched immediately after use before it has had a
chance to cool down, there is a danger of burns. Be careful when handling the lamp.
9. Do not touch the lamp glass
If the lamp is used when there is dirt from fingers on the lamp glass, there is a possibility of the lamp breaking.
Be careful not to touch the lamp glass.
10.ILA element characteristics
Do not project still pictures or pictures which have still segments for a long time.
The still parts of the picture may remain on the screen. This is a characteristic of ILA elements and not a mal-
function. The picture will disappear over time.
11.Condensation
When a heater is turned on or the television is moved from a cold place to a hot place, droplets of water may
be formed on the lamp and screen. This is called condensation. If the television is used while this condensa-
tion is still present, the picture may seem distorted, and the inside of the screen may become dirty.
In such cases, wait until the condensation has gone before using the television.
12.Do not open the rear cabinet of this unit
This unit has a DIGITAL-IN terminal. Opening the rear cabinet will violate the copyright of program or software
shown on this television. Please do not open the rear cabinet.
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Table of Contents
Introduction. . . . . . . . 8 Menu Functions (Continued)
Notes About Untrated Programs ........35
Warning Message ..............................35
Set Lock Code ....................................35
Watching television .............................................9
Connections
Connections Checklist ......................................10
Audio/Video Connectors ..................................10
Front Panel Diagram ........................................11
Rear Panel Diagram..........................................11
Cable and VCR Connections............................12
S-Video Connection ..........................................13
DTV Decoder Connection ................................15
DVD Player Connection ....................................17
AV Compu Link..................................................18
Front Panel Inputs ............................................19
Home Theater ..................................................20
Initial Setup 2
Language............................................36
Closed Caption ..................................36
Vertical Position ..................................37
DSD ....................................................37
DIGITAL-IN ..........................................37
Picture Adjust
Tint ......................................................38
Color ..................................................38
Picture ................................................39
Bright ..................................................39
Detail ..................................................39
Remote Control
Install the Batteries............................................21
Remote Control Basics ....................................21
Picture Adjust 2
YNR ....................................................40
DNR ....................................................40
Noise Muting ......................................41
Set Video Status..................................41
Remote Programming
Setting the CATV, VCR and DVD Codes
Cable Box or Satellite setup ..............22
VCR setup ..........................................23
DVD setup ..........................................24
Search Codes ....................................25
Sound Adjust
Bass ....................................................42
Treble ..................................................42
Balance ..............................................42
MTS (Multi-channel TV Sound) ..........43
Some Sound Advice ..........................43
Menu Functions
Onscreen Menus
Initial Setup 3
The Onscreen Menu System ............................26
Using the Onscreen Menus..............................27
Plug In Menu ....................................................28
Language............................................28
Auto Tuner Setup ................................29
Set Clock
Auto (XDS) ............................30
Manual ..................................30
Finish ..................................................30
Initial Setup
Auto Tuner Setup ................................31
Antenna ..............................................31
Channel Summary ..............................32
Channel Summary-Lock......................32
V-Chip................................................................33
U.S. Parental Rating Systems ............33
Set Ratings Guidelines........................34
To Set TV Ratings Levels ....................34
To Set Movie (MPAA) Ratings Levels..34
Unrated Programs..............................35
Super Bass..........................................44
TV Speaker..........................................44
Audio Settings
Sound Mode........................................45
Dolby Pro Logic ..................................45
Pro Logic 3D-Phonic ..........................47
Other Sound Modes............................47
Switching the surround function on/off ..47
CLOCK/TIMERS
Clock/Timers ......................................48
Aspect
Aspect ................................................49
Aspect Ratios......................................49
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Table of Contents
Button Functions
Split ..................................................................50
Swap ................................................................50
Freeze ..............................................................50
Menu ................................................................51
Exit ....................................................................51
Display ..............................................................51
Sleep Timer ......................................................51
BBE ..................................................................52
Sound................................................................52
Muting ..............................................................52
Video Status ......................................................52
Natural Cinema ................................................52
Aspect ..............................................................52
Number Buttons-10 Key Pad............................53
100+ Button ......................................................53
Return+ ............................................................53
V-chip ................................................................53
Input ..................................................................54
Menu (on TV’s Front Panel) ..............................54
Light ..................................................................54
VCR Buttons......................................................55
DVD Buttons......................................................55
TV/CATV Switch ................................................55
VCR/DVD Switch ..............................................55
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting ................................................56
Appendices
Appendix A - Cleaning the Filters ....................58
Appendix A - Caring for the Cabinet................59
Appendix A - Caring for the Screen ................59
Appendix B - Changing the Lamp....................60
Appendix B - Replacement Lamp Kit ..............60
Appendix B - Replacement Lamp ....................60
Appendix B - Warning Messages ....................63
Appendix B - Recycling Information ................63
Appendix C - LED Display................................64
Limited Warranty ..............................................65
Authorized Service Centers ..............................66
Specifications....................................................67
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Introduction
After removing the product from the box, use the following procedure to prepare the television.
1 Check the accessories
Check that nothing is missing.
Television
Remote Control
Two AA Batteries
2 Prepare the remote control
1) Refer to page 21 and insert the batteries.
2) In order to control the television with the remote control, set the TV/CATV switch to TV. Set the VCR/DVD
switch to VCR. (The detailed information is in the “Remote Control Basics” section on page 21.)
3 Connect the antenna
Refer to page 12 to page 14 and connect the antenna.
4 Set the television
1) Insert the electric plug of the main unit into the wall socket.
2) Press the power button and turn the television power on.
It takes a little while from when the power button is pressed to when the picture appears on the screen.
(The detailed information about turning the power on and off is on the next page.)
3) Use the PLUG IN MENU and set the television.
When the television power is turned on for the first time, the PLUG IN MENU is displayed on the screen.
Refer to page 28 to page 30 and perform the LANGUAGE, AUTO TUNER SET UP, and SET CLOCK set-
tings.
(The detailed information about the basic menu operations is in the “Using the Onscreen Menus” section on
page 27.)
Caution:
• If this is not the first time that this television has been turned on, the PLUG IN MENU will not be displayed. In this case,
the same settings can be performed from the INITIAL SETUP MENU and CLOCK/TIMER MENU.
The above completes the basic preparation which is necessary to watch the television.
Please enjoy using this television after reading the “Watching television” section on the next page and under-
standing about turning the power on and off.
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Introduction
Watching television
ON TIMER POWER
POWER
- VOLUME +
MENU
- CHANNEL +
OPERATE
Ten LED
POWER ON (STARTING UP)
In order to control the television with the remote control, set the TV/CATV switch to TV.Press the POWER button. The
POWER lamp on the front of the main unit lights red. After a while, the picture appears on the screen.
Notes:
• This television uses a lamp to project the picture onto the screen. As the lamp warms up, the picture can be seen more clearly.
There are 10 LED indicators on the front panel. These can be used as a guide to when the warming up will be finished.
• When the power is turned on, the 10 LED indicators light green and then go out one at a time approximately every 5 seconds.
Adjusting the volume
The volume is adjusted by pressing either the VOLUME + or – buttons on the main unit or the VOL + or – buttons on
the remote control. When you want to turn the sound off temporarily, press the MUTING button. Pressing the MUTING
button again returns the sound to its previous volume.
Choosing a channel
A channel is selected by using the 10-key pad on the remote control. For single digit channels, first press “0” and
then the channel number. For channels numbers 100 and higher, first press “100+” and then the last two digits
The channels can be selected in order by pressing either the CHANNEL + or – buttons on the main unit or the CH +
or – buttons on the remote control.
HYPER SCAN
If the remote control CH + or - button is held down, after scanning a few channels at the normal speed, the chan-
Note: Only the channels which were added with the AUTO TUNER SET UP function can be selected by CH+ or – buttons
nels are scanned at a speed of 5 per minute.
If a CATV BOX is being used, setting the remote control TV/CATV switch to CATV allows the CATV BOX to be
operated with the remote control. When this switch is set to CATV, only the CATV BOX can be operated with the
remote control. When you want to operate the television again, return the TV/CATV switch to TV.
POWER OFF (SHUTTING OFF)
Press the POWER button. The picture on the screen darkens from the outsides like a pair of curtains closing.
10 LED indicators on the front panel light two at a time in a clockwise direction. While the lights are moving clock-
wise, the inside of the television and the lamp are being cooled. This is called the cooling mode. After the cooling
has been performed for approximately one minute, the power is turned off.
Note: The television can not be operated while in the cooling mode. If you decide that you want to turn the power on
while in the cooling mode, please wait until the cooling has been completed.
CAUTION: Do not remove the electric plug until after the cooling has been completed. If the electric plug is removed
without performing the cooling operation, the internal circuits and lamp may overheat leading to the life of the lamp being
shortened and the possibilities of malfunctions.
Cancelling the shutting off
If the power button is pressed again while the curtains are still closing, the shutting off is cancelled and
the television can be watched again.
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Connections
Connections Checklist
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 cannot identify the plugs, connectors and components you have, please ask someone for
help in making your 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 Video connections
• Red plugs are Right Audio connections
• White (or black) plugs are Left Audio (or Mono) connections. If your VCR is mono-sound, it will have only a
white or black plug, no second red one).
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 cord during 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.
6) The AV Compu Link Cable is supplied with certain JVC devices. If you have a JVC Compu Link VCR or other
piece of equipment, but don’t have an AV Compu Link cable, contact your local JVC dealer.
Audio/Video Connectors
S-Video Plug
RF Cable
A/V Plug
AV Compu Link Plug
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Connections
■Front Panel Diagram
How to open the Front door
OVER
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
L / MONO
VIDEO
R
INPUT4
■Rear Panel Diagram
INPUT-5
DIGITAL IN
S-VIDEO
INPUT
A
OVER
OVER
OVER
VIDEO
SPLIT
OUT
L
AUDIO
R
MONO
MONO
MONO
INPUT
B
75Ω
( VHF / UHF )
INPUT 3
INPUT 2
INPUT 1
LINE OUT
AUDIO
L
VIDEO
INPUT-5
L
R
AUDIO
R
S-VIDEO
OUTPUT
FRONT
SURROUND
REAR
Y
R
L
PB
PR
AUDIO OUT
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LABORATORIES LICENSING CORPORATION.
"DOLBY", THE DOUBLE-D SYMBOL AND
"PRO LOGIC" ARE TRADEMARKS OF DOLBY
LABORATORIES LICENSING CORPORATION.
Lisenced from BBE Sound, Inc, under
UPS4638258, 4482866 and 5510752.
INPUT 3
INPUT 2
BBE is
a
registered trademark of BBE Sound, Inc.
Sous licence de BBE Sound, Inc.
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BBE Sound, Inc.
COMPONENT-VIDEO-IN
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Connections
Cable and VCR Connections
There are three basic antenna or cable connections:
• If you plan to only connect an antenna or to a cable television system, please refer to Diagram #1.
• If you plan to connect a VCR and have an antenna or a cable television system that does not require the use
of a cable box, please refer to Diagram #2.
• If you plan to connect a VCR and have a cable system that requires the use of a box to receive any or all
cable channels, please refer to Diagram #3.
Please note: In the following diagrams, only the portion of the AV-61S902’s rear panel jacks that will be used
for the connection described will be shown. For an illustration of the complete rear panel, please see page 11.
• For instructions on connecting a satellite or HDTV receiver, please see page 15.
INPUT
A
Diagram #1
PLIT
UT
IPUT
B
75Ω
( VHF / UHF )
Cable box
1) Connect a coaxial cable out from the cable TV wall outlet or external antenna into the RF Input A.
2) Connect a coaxial cable out from the Cable Split Out RF jack into the RF input on the cable box.
3) Connect a coaxial cable out from the Cable Box RF Output jack into the television’s RF Input B.
• If you are connecting an external antenna or to a cable system that does not require the use of a cable box to
receive any or all cable channels, follow step 1 only.
• Coaxial cables are not included with the television.
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Connections
Diagram #2
INPUT
A
PLIT
UT
VCR
IN
Yellow
White
Red
INPUT
B
75Ω
( VHF / UHF )
IN
S-VIDEO
OVER
OVER
OVER
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
MONO
MONO
MONO
INPUT 3
INPUT 2
INPUT 1
1) Connect a coaxial cable out from the cable TV wall outlet or external antenna into the RF Input A.
2) Connect a coaxial cable out from the Cable Split Out RF jack into the RF input on the VCR.
3) Connect the yellow video cable from the VCR’s Video Output jack to the TV’s Video Input 1 jack.
4) Connect the white audio cable from the VCR’s Left Audio Output jack to the TV’s Left Audio Input 1 jack.
5) Connect the red audio cable from the VCR’s Right Audio Output jack to the TV’s Right Audio Input 1 jack.
• If you are connecting a mono sound VCR it will have only one audio out jack. Connect it to the TV’s left audio
input jack.
• The VCR signal will be available on Input 1 on the Input Menu (see page 54) if the connection shown above is used.
• Coaxial cables are not included with the television.
• Please consult your VCR’s owners manual for more information on its operation.
S-Video Connection
You may also choose to connect video devices (VCR, Camcorders, etc) by using an S-Video Cable. S-Video may
be substituted in any of the connections diagrams included here. To use S-Video:
1) Plug an S-Video cable out from the video device and in to the TV’s S-Video Input.
Keep the audio connections the same as shown in the diagrams. Make sure that the S-Video cable and audio
cables are plugged into the same input (for example, S-Video and audio cables into the Input 1 set of jacks).
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Connections
Diagram #3
INPUT
A
CABLE
BOX
PLIT
UT
VCR
IN
Yellow
White
Red
IPUT
B
75Ω
( VHF / UHF )
IN
S-VIDEO
OVER
OVER
OVER
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
MONO
MONO
MONO
INPUT 3
INPUT 2
INPUT 1
1) Connect a coaxial cable out from the cable TV wall outlet or external antenna into the RF Input A.
2) Connect a coaxial cable out from the Cable Split Out RF jack into the RF input on the Cable Box.
3) Connect a coaxial cable out from the RF Output jack of the cable box into the RF input on the VCR.
4) Connect a coaxial cable out from the VCR RF Output jack into the television’s RF Input B.
5) Connect the yellow video cable from the VCR’s Video Output jack to the TV’s Video Input 1 jack.
6) Connect the white audio cable from the VCR’s Left Audio Output jack to the TV’s Left Audio Input 1 jack.
7) Connect the red audio cable from the VCR’s Right Audio Output jack to the TV’s Right Audio Input 1 jack.
• If you are connecting a mono sound VCR it will have only one audio out jack. Connect it to the TV’s left audio
input jack.
• The VCR signal will be available on Input 1 on the Input Menu (see page 54) if the connection shown above is used.
• Coaxial cables are not included with the television.
• Please consult your VCR’s owners manual for more information on its operation.
Note:
• When recording a program from a cable box which is connected as shown above, switch the antenna mode to INPUT-A
before starting to record with the VCR. If you want to watch the program which is being recorded, use the INPUT button
to choose the VIDEO input.
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Connections
DTV Decoder Connection
Your AV-61S902 television is HDTV and SDTV-Ready. This means it can display High Definition television images
when connected to a digital television receiver*. DTV Decoders are available separately. For best image quality,
we recommend using a DTV Decoder which uses Component Video (Y, PB, PR) Output to connect to the
television. The diagram below shows how to connect a DTV Decoder with using the television’s Component
Video-in jacks.
S-VIDEO
OVER
OVER
OVER
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
MONO
MONO
MONO
DTV Decoder
INPUT 3
INPUT 2
INPUT 1
AUDIO OUT
L
R
Y
Green
PB
Blue
PR
Red
INPUT 3
INPUT 2
COMPONENT-VIDEO-IN
1) Connect Green cable out from the DTV Decoder “Y” Video Output, in to TV “Y” Component Input.
2) Connect Blue cable out from the DTV Decoder “PB” Video Output, in to TV “PB” Component Input.
3) Connect Red cable out from the DTV Decoder “PR” Video Output, in to TV PR” Component Input.
4) Connect White Audio cable out the DTV Decoder Left Audio Output, in to TV Left Audio Input.
5) Connect Red Audio cable out the DTV Decoder Right Audio Output, in to TV Right Audio Input.
Make sure you use the same numbered input for both the Component Input and Audio Input. For instance, if
you use Component Input 2, also use Audio Input 2.
• Green, blue and red are the most common colors for Component Video cables. Some models may vary colors,
please consult the user’s manual for your DTV Decoder for more information.
• Be careful not to confuse the red Component Video cable with the red audio cable. It is best to complete one
set of connections (Audio or Video) before starting the other to avoid accidentally switching the cables.
* Notes About HDTV Operation
The AV-61S902 can display 480p, 480i and 1080i signal formats using the Component Video Inputs. It cannot
display either 720p or 1080p signals.
For High Definition (HDTV) picture display a DTV decoder must be connected to the television.
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Connections
DTV Decoder Connection
<When connecting a DTV decoder which has a copy-protect Digital-Out terminal>
By inputting a High-band with Digital Content Protection high-definition picture source to the Digital-In terminal of
this television, high-definition pictures can be displayed on the screen in their digital form. (This terminal is for use
in the future when High-band with Digital Content Protection DTV decoders and DVD players and D-VHS are put
on the market.)
INPUT-5
DIGITAL IN
After the con-
nections have
been made,
tighten the
AUDIO OUT
screw to
secure the
cables.
L
R
DIGITAL OUT
INPUT-5
L
DTV decoder
AUDIO
R
1) Connect the DTV digital RGB output terminal to the INPUT-5 digital input terminal of the television, and then
tighten the 2 screws.
2) Connect the DTV decoder left audio output to the INPUT-5 left audio input.
3) Connect the DTV decoder right audio output to the INPUT-5 right audio input.
• The Digital-In terminal can only be used with 1080i and 480p picture signals. Set the DTV decode Digital-Out
terminal output setting to 1080i or 480p. For detailed information, refer to the DTV decoder instruction manual.
If you can not display the picture because your DTV decoder does not have a Digital-Out terminal output set-
ting, use the component Video Input (or the S-Video Input or Video Input). (Refer to page 15) In this case the
picture will be displayed as an analog signal.
• The Digital-In terminal is not compatible with the picture signal of a personal computer.
• Use a DVI 25-pin cable (commercially available) in order to digitally connect the television with a DTV
decoder.
• If the connection shown above is used, the DTV signal will be available on Digital-In on the INPUT MENU.
(refer to page 54).
If 480p signals (640x480 or 720x480) are displayed on the screen, the horizontal balance may be slightly shifted.
In cases such as this, the horizontal balance can be adjusted by accessing “DIGITAL-IN” in the INITIAL SETUP
Menu. (Refer to page 37.)
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Connections
DVD Player Connection
You can use the Component Video input jacks to connect a DVD player to your television. To connect a DVD play-
er, please follow the steps listed below.
S-VIDEO
OVER
OVER
OVER
*1
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
MONO
MONO
MONO
INPUT 3
INPUT 2
INPUT 1
DVD Player
Green
AUDIO OUT
L
R
Y
S
PB
Blue
Red
PR
Y
PB
PR
INPUT 3
INPUT 2
COMPONENT-VIDEO-IN
1) Connect Green cable out from the DVD Player “Y” Video Output, in to TV “Y” Component Input.
2) Connect Blue cable out from the DVD Player “PB” Video Output, in to TV “PB” Component Input.
3) Connect Red cable out from the DVD Player “PR” Video Output, in to TV PR” Component Input.
4) Connect White Audio cable out the DVD Player Left Audio Output, in to TV Left Audio Input.
5) Connect Red Audio cable out the DVD Player Right Audio Output, in to TV Right Audio Input.
Make sure you use the same numbered input for both the Component Input and Audio Input. For instance, if
you use Component Input 3, also use Audio Input 3.
• Green, blue and red are the most common colors for Component Video cables. Some models may vary colors,
please consult the user’s manual for your DVD Player for more information.
• Be careful not to confuse the red Component Video cable with the red audio cable. It is best to complete one
set of connections (Audio or Video) before starting the other to avoid accidentally switching the cables.
• If your DVD player does not have a Component Video output, you may connect it using an S-Video cable. See
your DVD player’s owners manual for more information on making an S-Video connection.
Note:
*1: The picture signal input from the component input terminal of the television can not be used for split screens. If you want
to display the picture from the DVD player when using split screens, also connect the S-Video cable.
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Connections
AV Compu-Link
JVC’s AV Compu Link feature makes playing video tapes totally automatic. Simply insert a pre-recorded tape* into
your JVC-brand VCR and the VCR will automatically turn on and begin playback. At the same time, using the
AV Compu Link, the VCR sends a signal to the television telling it to turn on and switch to the proper video input
to watch a video tape.
• The AV Compu Link cable may be included with the JVC AV Compu Link accessory you wish to connect.
If it is not, contact an authorized JVC Service Center for part # EWP 805-012.
• AV Compu Link can only be used with JVC-brand products.
S-VIDEO
OVER
OVER
OVER
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
MONO
MONO
MONO
INPUT 3
INPUT 2
INPUT 1
VCR
IN
AV
Compu
Link EX
Swap
AV COMPULINK EX
IN
To Connect: Plug one end of the AV Compu Link cable into the AV Compu Link input on your VCR or other
Compu Link device. Plug the other end of the AV Compu Link cable into the AV Compu Link input at the rear of
the television.
Notes:
* In order for the VCR playback to begin automatically, the recording tabs must be removed from the VHS tape. If the tab is in
place, automatic switching will occur when you push the VCR’s PLAY button.
• The AV Compu Link cable has a male 3.5 mm (mono) plug on each end.
• When the television is in cool down mode, it will not accept signals from an AV Compu Link device.
• If your JVC-brand VCR has “A Code/B Code Remote Control Switching” (see your VCR’s instruction book), using VCR A Code
will switch the TV to input 1. If you use Input 1 for video input from your cable box, use VCR B Code to select the TV Video Input 2.
• To connect a JVC HiFi receiver or amplifier for a completely automated home theater, see the HiFi’s connection instructions for
detailed connection information.
• AV COMPU LINK EX is compatible with the following receivers: RX-664V, RX-665V, RX-668VBK, RX-774V, RX-778VBK, RX-884V,
RX-888VBK, RX-1024V, RX-1028VBK, and later receiver models.
• The AV-61S902 can also receive Compu-Link signals from a DVD player. For details on operating a DVD player with AV Compu
Link, please see your DVD player’s owners manual.
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Connections
Front Panel Inputs
A set of inputs (Input-4) are provided for your convenience on the front panel of the AV-61S902. The inputs are
located behind the door at the center of the front panel below the indicator lights. These inputs are designed for
the easy connection of devices like camcorders or game consoles which are not permanent parts of your home
entertainment center.
OVER
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
VIDEO L / MONO
R
INPUT 4
CAMCORDER
To access the front panel jacks, press lightly on the top center of the front panel door to open it. To connect a
device like a camcorder:
1) Connect the yellow video cable from the device’s Video Output jack to the TV’s Video Input jack.
2) Connect the white (or black) audio cable from the device’s Left Audio Output jack to the TV’s Left Audio Input jack.
3) Connect the red audio cable from the device’s Right Audio Output jack to the TV’s Right Audio Input jack.
• If you are connecting a mono sound device it will have only one audio out jack. Connect it to the TV’s left
audio input jack.
• The device will be available on Input 4 on the Input Menu (see page 54) if the connection shown above is used.
• Please consult your camcorder or other device’s owners manual for more information on its operation.
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Connections
Home Theater
The AV-61S902 is designed to be the center of a home theater system. The AV-61S902 features a 50 Watt built-in
amplifier with output jacks for up to four speakers (2 front, 2 rear-surround). The diagram below shows the con-
nections and general speaker placement for a typical Surround-Sound home theater connection.
R
L
*1
*1
Amplifier
FRONT
R
L
SURROUND
REAR
R
L
AUDIO OUT
Surround Surround
Amplifier
R
L
• If you only have two external speakers, set the DOLBY PRO LOGIC MODE to “PHANTOM”. When using PHAN-
TOM, it is not necessary to connect to the AUDIO OUT (FRONT L/R) terminal.
• For optimal performance from your Home Theater system, please see the following sections in this guide: “TV
Speaker”, page 44, “Sound Mode”, page 45. These sections will help you to configure your system for its best
audio performance.
Positioning the Speakers
R
L
TV
Approx. 45
degree
Surround
Surround
1) Connect the white audio cable from the left audio input of the amplifier for the front sound to the left front audio
out jack.
2) Connect the red audio cable from the right audio input of the amplifier for the front sound to the right front
audio out jack.
3) Connect the white audio cable from the left audio input of the amplifier for the rear surround sound to the left
surround rear jack.
4) Connect the red audio cable from the right audio input of the amplifier for the rear surround sound to the right
surround rear jack.
• For optimal effect, install the surround speakers at least 1 metre above the heads of seated viewers.
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Remote Control
Install the Batteries
• Before you can operate the remote control, you must first install the batteries (included).
Push down on the remote’s back cover and slide towards the bottom to remove it.
Insert two AA batteries (supplied), carefully noting the “+” and “–” markings on the batteries and on the
remote control. To avoid a potential short circuit, insert the “–” end first. Be sure to use only size AA batteries.
When batteries are installed, slide the cover back into place (until it clicks into position).
• 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 VCR, DVD, and/or Cable Box may have to be reset (pages 22-25).
Remote Control Basics
- Press the POWER button to turn the television on or off.
VCR
DVD
TV CATV
SPLIT
POWER
ASPECT
- Make sure the TV/CATV switch is set to TV. Move the switch to CATV only if you
FREEZE SWAP
NATURAL CINEMA
need to operate a cable box.
1
2
5
3
- Slide the VCR/DVD selector switch to VCR to control a VCR, slide to DVD to control
a DVD player. Please see pages 22 to 25 for instructions on programming your
remote control to operate a Cable box, VCR or DVD player.
INPUT
4
6
DISPLAY
SLEEP TIMER
7
8
0
9
RETURN+
100+
- Press the CH+ and CH– buttons to scan through the channels. Tap the CH+ or CH-
button to move through the channels one channel at a time.
BBE VIDEO STATUS SOUND
RM-C308
LIGHT
CHIP
- To move rapidly through the channels using JVC’s Hyperscan feature, press and hold
MUTING
V
+
CH+ or CH–. The channels will zip by at a rate of five channels per second.
CH
VOL
+
- Press VOL+ or VOL - to raise or lower the volume. An indicator bar will appear
onscreen to show you the television volume level.
VOL
CH
MENU
EXIT
- The CH+/– and VOL+/– buttons are also used to navigate JVC’s onscreen menu sys-
tem.
VCR CHANNEL
PREV NEXT
VCR /DVD
POWER TV/VCR
REW
PLAY
FF
- You can directly access specific channels using the 10-key pad.
PAUSE
- For more information on remote control button features, see pages 50 to 55. For infor-
mation on using the onscreen menus, see page 26.
REC
STOP
OPEN/CLOSE
STILL/PAUSE
TV
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Remote Programming
Setting the CATV, VCR and DVD Codes
You can program your remote to operate your cable box, satellite receiver, VCR or DVD player by using the
instructions and codes listed below. If the equipment does not respond to any of the codes listed below or to
the code search function, use the remote control supplied by the manufacturer.
Cable Box or Satellite setup
The remote control is programmed with CATV and/or Satellite codes for power on, power off, channel up, channel
down, and 10 key operation.
1) Find the CATV/Satellite brand from the list of codes shown below.
2) Slide the 2-way selector switch to “CATV”.
3) Press and hold down the DISPLAY button.
4) With the DISPLAY button held down, enter the first code number listed using the 10 key pad.
5) Release the DISPLAY button.
6) Confirm the operation of the Cable Box/Satellite receiver.
• If your CATV or Satellite box does not respond to the first code, try the others listed. If it does not respond to
any code, try the Search Codes Function, on page 25.
Cable Box
ABC
CODES
024
Cable Box
Puser
CODES
032
Digital
Satellite
Systems
CODES
Archer
032, 025
051, 032
022, 051
058, 059
024, 032, 025
029
RCA
061, 070
032
Echostar
Express VU
G.E.
100, 113, 114
100, 113
Cableview
Citizen
Realistic
Regal
058, 064, 040,
041, 042, 045,
068
106
Curtis
Diamond
Eagle
G.I.
108
Regency
034
Gradiente
Hitachi
112
Rembrandt
037, 032, 051,
038
Eastern
GC Brand
Gemini
034
104, 111
032, 051
022, 043
Samsung
051
HNS (Hughes)
104
Scientific Atlanta 057, 058, 059
Panasonic
Philips
105
General Instrument 065, 024, 025,
026, 027, 020,
SLMark
051, 047
051, 056
032, 051
102, 103
Sprucer
Stargate
021, 022, 057,
023
040, 041, 042,
045, 058, 064
049, 024
Primestar
108
Hamlin
Proscan
RCA
106, 109, 110
106, 109, 110
Telecaption
Teleview
Texscan
Tocom
067
Hitachi
Jerrold
047, 051
044
Sony
107
065, 024, 025,
026, 027, 020,
021, 022, 057,
023
Star Choice
104, 108
035, 036, 066
050
Toshiba
Uniden
101
Toshiba
Unika
102, 103
Macom
049, 050, 051,
054
032, 025
Universal
Videoway
Viewstar
Zenith
022, 032
052
Magnavox
033
030
Memorex
Movietime
029, 030
063, 046
046
032, 051
039, 037, 048
Oak
Panasonic
055, 056, 060,
071
Zenith/Drake
Satellite
Paragon
Philips
063
028, 029, 030,
052, 053, 031,
069
Pioneer
Pulsar
047, 062
051, 032
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Remote Programming
VCR setup
The remote control is programmed with VCR codes for power on, power off, play, stop, fast-forward, rewind,
pause, record, channel up, and channel down operation.
1) Find the VCR brand from the list of codes shown below.
2) Slide the first 2-way selector switch to “TV” and the other 2-way selector switch to “VCR”.
3) Press and hold down the DISPLAY button.
4) With the DISPLAY button held down, enter the first code number listed with the 10 key pad.
5) Release the DISPLAY button.
6) Confirm the operation of the VCR.
• If your VCR does not respond to the first code, try the others listed. If it does not respond to any code, try the
Search Codes Function, on page 25.
• Some manufacturer’s VCR’s may not respond to the TV/VCR button, even if other buttons work properly.
• To record, hold down the REC button on the remote and press PLAY.
VCRs
CODES
035
027, 032, 095
VCRs
CODES
VCRs
CODES
Admiral
Aiwa
Marantz
Marta
003, 004, 005
064
Samsung
037, 060, 062,
033, 089
Samtron
Sansui
089
Akai
029, 072, 073, Memorex
024, 067
003, 026, 020,
052
074
038, 040, 047,
048, 041, 042
MGA
Audio Dynamic 003, 005
Sanyo
Scott
063, 067, 091,
071
Bell & Howell
Broksonic
Canon
063, 071
020, 026, 094
023, 025
043
Minolta
058, 045, 093
Mitsubishi
038, 040, 047,
048, 041, 042,
078, 090
059, 060, 062,
067, 038, 040,
047, 048, 026,
020
CCE
Multitech
NEC
047, 027, 062
Citizen
064
003, 004, 005,
000
024, 023
Sears
063, 064, 065,
066, 058, 000,
001
Craig
063, 029, 064
Curtis Mathes
045, 024, 027,
093
Olympic
Shintom
Sharp
075
Optimus
028, 021, 035,
064
026, 020
Daewoo
043, 059, 024,
092
003, 004, 005
035, 036, 080,
088
Orion
DBX
Signature 2000 027, 035
Panasonic
023, 024, 021,
022
Dimensia
Emerson
045, 093
Singer
Sony
075
043, 026, 077,
061, 025, 042,
020, 076
Penney
024, 058, 045,
063, 003, 004,
005, 093
028, 029, 030,
053, 054, 055
SV 2000
Sylvania
027
Fisher
Funai
063, 066, 067,
065, 071, 091
Pentax
Philco
058, 005, 045,
093
031, 023, 024,
027
027, 026, 020,
000
031, 024, 027,
023, 026, 020,
043
Symphonic
Tashiro
Tatung
027, 081
064
033, 045, 024
G.E.
Philips
031, 023, 024,
086
003, 004, 005
Go Video
037, 051, 049,
050, 089
Teac
003, 004, 027,
005
Pioneer
Proscan
023
Goldstar
064
045, 058, 023,
024, 031, 046,
059, 060, 033,
087, 093
Technics
021, 022, 023,
024
Gradiente
083, 084, 081,
000, 001
Teknika
Toshiba
024, 027, 070
059, 046, 079
Hitachi
023, 045, 058,
027, 081, 093
Quasar
021, 022, 023,
024
Vector Research 005
Instant Replay 024, 023
Wards
Yamaha
Zenith
035, 036, 067,
044, 064
Radio Shack
033, 024, 063,
036, 067, 040,
027
Jensen
JVC
003
000, 001, 002,
003, 004, 005
063, 003, 004,
005
033, 045, 058,
023, 024, 031,
046, 059, 060,
083, 084, 085,
087, 093
RCA
Kenwood
LXI
003, 004, 064,
005
044, 082, 064,
094
027, 064, 058,
065, 066, 063,
067
Realistic
024, 063, 036,
067, 040, 027
Magnavox
031, 023, 024,
086
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Remote Programming
DVD setup
The remote control is programmed with DVD codes for power on, power off, play, stop,
fast-forward, rewind, previous chapter, next chapter, tray open/close, and still/pause operation.
1) Find the DVD player brand from the list of codes shown below.
2) Slide the first 2-way selector switch to “TV” and the other 2-way selector switch to “DVD”.
3) Press and hold down the DISPLAY button.
4) With the DISPLAY button held down, enter the first code number listed with the 10 key pad.
5) Release the DISPLAY button.
6) Confirm the operation of the DVD player.
• If your DVD player does not respond to the first code, try the others listed. If it does not respond to any code,
try the Search Codes Function, on page 25.
• After you program your remote, some DVD buttons may not work properly. If some buttons do not work proper-
ly, use the remote control which came with your DVD player.
DVD Player
CODES
DVD Player
CODES
033
Aiwa
043
Raite
Apex
040
RCA
021, 026
034
Denon
Hitachi
JVC
020, 037
030, 031
000
Sampo
Samsung
Sharp
030
028
Kenwood
Konka
035
Silvania
Sony
038
039
024, 045, 046,
047
Mitsubishi
Onkyo
025
041
Technics
Toshiba
Wave
020
Oritron
Panasonic
Philips
Pioneer
044
023
020
042
023, 036
022
Yamaha
Zenith
020
027, 032
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Remote Programming
Search Codes
Cable/Satellite Search Codes Function:
1) Slide the 2-Way Mode Selector switch to CATV.
2) Press the TV POWER and RETURN+ buttons. Hold for at least three seconds and release.
3) Press TV POWER, see if the CATV or Satellite box responds.
4 )If there was a response, press RETURN+. The operating codes are now set. If there was no response, repeat
Step 3. If you repeat Step 3 a total of 52 times without a response, use the remote control which came with the
equipment.
5) Press RETURN+ to exit.
VCR Search Codes Function:
1) Slide the first 2-way selector switch to “TV” and the other 2-way selector switch to “VCR”.
2) Press the VCR POWER and RETURN+ buttons. Hold for at least three seconds and release.
3) Press VCR POWER, see if the VCR responds.
4) If there was a response, press RETURN+. The operating codes are now set. If there was no response, repeat
Step 3. If you repeat Step 3 a total of 80 times without a response, use the manufacturers remote control which
came with the VCR.
5) Press RETURN+ to exit.
DVD Player Search Codes Function:
1) Slide the first 2-way selector switch to “TV” and the other 2-way selector switch to “DVD”.
2) Press the DVD POWER and RETURN+ buttons. Hold for at least three seconds and release.
3) Press DVD POWER, see if the DVD player responds.
4) If there was a response, press RETURN+. The operating codes are now set. If there was no response, repeat
Step 3. If you repeat Step 3 a total of 30 times without a response, use the manufacturers remote control which
came with the DVD player.
5) Press RETURN+ to exit.
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Onscreen Menus
The Onscreen Menu System
The AV-61S902 comes with JVC’s Onscreen Menu System. The Onscreen Menus let you make adjustments to
your television’s operation simply and quickly. Examples of the Onscreen Menus are shown below and on the
next page. Detailed explanations on using each menu follow later in this guide.
PLUG IN MENU
LANGUAGE
PICTURE ADJUST
PREVIOUS
ENG FRE SPA
TINT
AUTO TUNER SETUP
SET CLOCK
COLOR
PICTURE
BRIGHT
DETAIL
FINISH
NEXT PAGE
SELECT
BY
EXIT BY
SELECT
BY
EXIT BY
EXIT
EXIT
OPERATE BY
OPERATE BY
PICTURE ADJUST 1
PLUG IN MENU
SOUND ADJUST
PICTURE ADJUST
PREVIOUS
PREVIOUS
BASS
YNR
TREBLE
BALANCE
MTS
DNR
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
NOISE MUTING
SET VIDEO STATUS
STEREO
SAP
MONO
NEXT PAGE
NEXT PAGE
BY
SELECT
OPERATE BY
BY
EXIT BY
SELECT
EXIT BY
EXIT
EXIT
OPERATE BY
PICTURE ADJUST 2
SOUND ADJUST
INITIAL SETUP
CLOCK/TIMERS
PREVIOUS
PREVIOUS
SUPER BASS HIGH MID
LOW
OFF
SET CLOCK
ON/OFF TIMER
TV SPEAKER
ON
NEXT PAGE
NEXT PAGE
SELECT
BY
EXIT BY
SELECT
BY
EXIT BY
EXIT
OPERATE BY
EXIT
OPERATE BY
INITIAL SETUP
CLOCK/TIMERS
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Onscreen Menus
INITIAL SETUP
INITIAL SETUP
PREVIOUS
ENG FRE SPA
PREVIOUS
LANGUAGE
CLOSED CAPTION
AUTO TUNER SETUP
ANTENNA INPUT-A
INPUT-B
VERTICAL POSITION
DSD
CHANNEL SUMMARY
V-CHIP
ON OFF
SET LOCK CODE
NEXT PAGE
NEXT PAGE
SELECT
BY
EXIT BY
SELECT
BY
EXIT BY
EXIT
EXIT
OPERATE BY
OPERATE BY
INITIAL SETUP
INITIAL SETUP
FRONT PANEL CONTROL
SOUND MODE
DOLBY PRO LOGIC
PRO LOGIC 3D-PHONIC
DANCE CLUB
CONCERT HALL
STADIUM
CHANNEL
INPUT
ASPECT
A 07
TV
FULL
HYPER SOUND
NEXT PAGE
SELECT
BY
FRONT KEY
FRONT KEY
SELECT
BY
EXIT BY
OPERATE BY
EXIT
OPERATE BY
FRONT PANEL CONTROL
SOUND MODE
(Will appear only when MENU button on TV Front Panel is pressed.)
Using the Onscreen Menus
To open the Onscreen Menu system, press the MENU button on the remote control. You navigate within the
Onscreen menus by using the four directional arrow buttons on the remote control. (These buttons are also the CH
+/- and VOL +/- buttons - Channel and Volume functions will not operate when the Onscreen Menu is active).
The selected feature and option on a menu screen are highlighted in a different color.
AUTO TUNER SETUP
Selected Option
(Yellow)
Selected Option
(Blue or Green)
ANTENNA
INPUT-A
INPUT-B
CHANNEL SUMMARY
To move to a different feature use the5∞ arrows to move up or down the list. When you press the up arrow at
the top of the list or the down arrow at the bottom, the next menu screen will appear. Use the 2 3 arrows to
select an option from the highlighted feature. Pressing EXIT on the remote control will close the Onscreen Menu
system and return you to normal television viewing.
Each menu and its features will be discussed in the following pages of this guide.
Notes: You may also move to the next menu screen by pressing MENU again.
• If you do not press any buttons for a few seconds, the Onscreen menu will automatically shut off.
• Button names in this guide are shown in SMALL CAPITAL LETTERS.
• Menus may appear in different sizes onscreen depending on the aspect ratio selected.
• Some menu items may not appear in menu screens when certain aspect ratios or inputs are selected.
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Plug In Menu
Plug In Menu
The first time you turn on your television, you will see the PLUG IN MENU. This menu is designed to help you get
your television ready to watch right away. This menu includes some of the most important settings for the
operation of your television, including onscreen display language, AUTO TUNER SETUP and setting the internal
clock. It is important these preferences be set before you begin to use your new television. Detailed descriptions
of each setting will follow.
• You may change these settings at any time by using the onscreen menu system.
PLUG IN MENU
LANGUAGE
ENG FRE SPA
AUTO TUNER SETUP
SET CLOCK
FINISH
SELECT
BY
EXIT BY
EXIT
OPERATE BY
PLUG IN MENU
Use the up and down arrows 5∞ to scroll to the first menu item. Use the 2 3 arrows to move to the select
the item. You can make adjustments to any or all of the settings.
LANGUAGE
ENG FRE SPA
You can view the onscreen menu displays in one of three languages - English, French, or Spanish. When
shipped from the factory, all menus will display in English. You can use the language setting to change the
menus to one of the other two languages if you wish.
To change the language, use the 5∞ arrows to move to LANGUAGE. With the Language option selected,
use the 2 3 arrows to move to the language you wish to select, English, French or Spanish. As you highlight
a language, the menu will display in that language. Your selection will be entered when you move to a differ-
ent option using the 5∞ arrows or press EXIT to leave the menu system.
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Plug In Menu
AUTO TUNER SETUP
The AUTO TUNER SETUP feature automatically scans through all the channels your television can receive
and memorizes only the channels with clear, active signals. This means when you scan through the channels,
you will receive only channels with good signals, no more annoying static or dead air.
The AV-61S902 has two RF signal inputs with can be setup independent of each other. For example, you can
set one input up to receive signals from an antenna and the other to receive signals from a satellite dish.
To run AUTO TUNER SETUP, use the 5∞ arrows to move to the AUTO TUNER SETUP option in the PLUG
IN MENU. Select the option by pressing
2
or
3
.
AUTO TUNER SETUP
INPUT - A
:
:
CABLE
AIR
INPUT - B
START
AUTO TUNER SETUP
The AUTO TUNER SETUP menu will now appear. Use the 2 3 arrows to select antenna or cable as the sig-
nal source for INPUT-A (see pages 12 to 14 for information on connecting to an antenna or cable). Use the
arrows to move to INPUT-B if you wish to set up INPUT-B as well, or to START to begin AUTO TUNER
5
∞
SETUP. If you select INPUT-B, use the 2 3 arrows to select antenna or cable as the signal source and then
move to START. Press
2
or
3
to begin AUTO TUNER SETUP.
NOW
PROGRAMMING !
A 48
The television will now scan through all the channels it can receive, memorizing those with clear, active sig-
nals. AUTO TUNER SETUP will program INPUT-A and then INPUT-B if you have selected it also. Programming
will take several minutes. When it is finished the following message will appear:
PROGRAMMING OVER!
You may add or delete channels from the Auto Tuner scan. If there are channels you do not wish to receive or
if the Auto Tuner missed a channel which may have not been broadcasting or had a weak signal, you can
modify the scan using the CHANNEL SUMMARY feature. For information on CHANNEL SUMMARY, see page
32.
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Plug In Menu
SET CLOCK
The AV-61S902 is equipped with its own internal clock. The clock is used to run the televisions timer features.
The clock MUST be set before you can use any of the timer features. Your television features the XDS AUTO
CLOCK set feature which makes setting the correct time simple.
To set the clock, use the 5∞ arrows to move to SET CLOCK on the PLUG IN MENU. Select the option by
pressing
2
or
3.
SET CLOCK
SET CLOCK
MODE
T I M E ZONE
D.S.T.
AUTO
ATLANTIC
ON
MODE
T I M E
MANUAL
:
FINISH
START CLOCK
SELECT
BY
EXIT BY
SELECT
BY
EXIT BY
EXIT
EXIT
OPERATE BY
OPERATE BY
SET CLOCK (AUTO)
SET CLOCK (MANUAL)
The SET CLOCK menu will now appear. If you have a Public Television System station broadcasting in your
local area you can select the AUTO option (PBS stations carry the XDS time signal). The television will auto-
matically collect the time information. The only information you will need to provide is what time zone you are
located in and if Daylight Savings Time is currently in effect.
Once the AUTO mode has been selected, use the
∞
arrow to move to TIME ZONE. Select the time zone
arrows. Once your time zone is set, use the arrow to move to D.S.T. Select D.S.T., by
. Choose ON or OFF with the or arrows. To finish, use the arrow to select ON or OFF.
arrow to move to FINISH. Finish by pressing or
using the
pressing
Now use the
2
or
or
∞
3
∞
2
3
2
3
∞
2
3
.
If you do not have a PBS station in your local area, or if the AUTO option does not give you the correct time
for your area, you will have to set the time manually. Select the MANUAL option. To set the clock manually,
use the
to minutes. Set the minutes with the
START CLOCK. Press or to start the clock and exit.
∞
arrow to move to the Time. Use the
2
or
3
arrows to set the hours. Press the
∞
arrow to move
arrow to move to
2
or arrows. When the correct time is set, use the
3
∞
2
3
• Special Note for residents of Newfoundland in Canada. The Newfoundland time zone is not included in
the time zones listed in AUTO CLOCK SETUP. If you live in the Newfoundland time zone, you must set your
clock using the manual clock set option.
FINISH
Once you have completed setting the options in the PLUG IN MENU, choose FINISH to leave the menu and
begin watching your television. Use the 5∞ arrows to move to FINISH at the bottom of the PLUG IN MENU.
Select FINISH by pressing
2
or
3
.
Your PLUG IN MENU settings are now complete. You may now begin watching your television. If you wish to
further customize your television to your viewing preferences, please continue reading.
Note: You can change your PLUG IN MENU settings at any time. You can access LANGUAGE, AUTO TUNER SETUP and
SET CLOCK from the onscreen menu system.
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Initial Setup
Initial Setup Menu
While the PLUG IN MENU will help you get your television ready to watch right away, the INITIAL SETUP
menu gives you access to many built-in functions to help you customize your television to meet your personal
viewing tastes. This manual will describe how each function works in the order they appear in the onscreen
menu system. Some of these items will also appear in the PLUG IN MENU. If you wish to change the settings
of these menu items from the settings you entered while using the PLUG IN MENU, you may do so from the
INITIAL SETUP menus.
INITIAL SETUP
PREVIOUS
AUTO TUNER SETUP
ANTENNA
INPUT-A
INPUT-B
CHANNEL SUMMARY
V-CHIP
SET LOCK CODE
NEXT PAGE
SELECT
BY
EXIT BY
EXIT
OPERATE BY
INITIAL SETUP Menu
AUTO TUNER SETUP
The AUTO TUNER SETUP function is described on page 29. If you need to run AUTO TUNER SETUP again,
select the option from the INITIAL SETUP menu by using the 5∞ arrows to move to the AUTO TUNER
SETUP option in the INITIAL SETUP menu. Select the option by pressing
instructions on running the AUTO TUNER SETUP feature.
2
or
3. Please see page 29 for
ANTENNA
INPUT-A
INPUT-B
Select the antenna input you wish to use. The signal from the input you select will be displayed as the
ANTENNA signal in the list of inputs (see Button Functions - Input, page 54). Select the Input from the INITIAL
SETUP menu by using the 5∞ arrows to move to the ANTENNA option in the INITIAL SETUP menu. Select
the option by pressing
2
or
3. Use the
2
or
3
arrows to select INPUT-A or INPUT-B.
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Initial Setup
CHANNEL SUMMARY
CHANNEL SUMMARY lets you customize the list of channels set after you run AUTO TUNER SETUP. You may
delete unwanted channels or add channels that are new, or were not picked up by AUTO TUNER SETUP
because of weak signals.
To access the CHANNEL SUMMARY, use the 5∞ arrows to move to the CHANNEL SUMMARY option in the
INITIAL SETUP menu. Select the option by pressing
2
or
3.
The CHANNEL SUMMARY screen will now be displayed with the chan-
nels set to scan marked with an “ ”. You can delete channels from the
scan by removing the “ ”. If any channels were missed during AUTO
CHNO. SCAN
CHNO. SCAN
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
TUNER SETUP and you wish to add them, you may by placing an “
next to the channel number.
”
To add or delete channels, use the 5∞ arrows to move to the SCAN
column. Use the 5∞ arrows to move through the list of channels.
Press
2
or
3
to include or delete channels from scanning. When you
have added or deleted all the channels you wish, you can leave the CHANNEL SUMMARY screen by press-
ing EXIT on the remote control.
Channel Summary - Lock
You can also use the CHANNEL SUMMARY screen to lock certain channels. When a channel is locked, a
code must be entered before the channel can be viewed.
To lock or unlock channels, use the 5∞ arrows to move to the Lock
CHNO. SCAN
CHNO. SCAN
column (marked with the
icon). use the 5∞ arrows to move
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
though the list of channels. Press the ZERO button on the remote con-
trol to lock or unlock a specific channel. A channel is locked when the
icon appears next to it. When you are finished, you can leave the
CHANNEL SUMMARY screen by pressing EXIT on the remote control.
Channel Guard Message
When a viewer attempts to watch a guarded channel, this message appears:
THIS CHANNEL IS LOCKED BY
CHANNEL GUARD.
PLEASE ENTER LOCK CODE BY
10 KEY PAD TO UNLOCK IT.
To watch a channel that you have locked, enter the Lock Code using the 10 key
pad (see “Set Lock Code” - page 35). If the wrong code is entered, the message
INVALID LOCK CODE! will flash on the screen. The channel cannot be accessed
until the correct code is entered.
•
Once a channel has been unlocked, it will remain unlocked until the
television is turned off.
NO. - - - -
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V-Chip
V-Chip
Your TV is equipped with V-Chip technology which enables TV Parental Guideline and Movie (MPAA) Guideline
controls. V-Chip technology allows you to program your TV to receive, or not to receive, programs based on content
according to the guidelines. Programs which exceed the ratings limits you set will be blocked from viewing.
U.S. Parental Rating Systems
Programs with the following Ratings are appropriate for Children.
TV-Y is Appropriate for All Children. Programs are created for very young viewers and should be suitable for all ages,
including children ages 2 - 6.
TV-Y7 is for Older Children. Most parents would find such programs suitable for children 7 and above. They may
contain some mild fantasy violence or comedic violence, which children should be able to discern from reality.
Programs with the following Ratings are designed for the entire audience.
TV-G stands for General Audience. Most parents would find these programs suitable for all age groups. They
contain little or no violence, no strong language, and little or no sexual dialog or situations.
TV-PG Parental Guidance Suggested. May contain some, but not much, strong language, limited violence, and some
suggestive sexual dialog or situations. It is recommended that parents watch these programs first, or with their children.
TV-14 Parents Strongly Cautioned. Programs contain some material that may be unsuitable for children under the
age of 14 including possible intense violence, sexual situations, strong coarse language, or intensely suggestive
dialog. Parents are cautioned against unattended viewing by children under 14.
TV-MA Mature Audiences Only. These programs are specifically for adults and may be unsuitable for anyone
under 17 years of age. TV-MA programs may have extensive V, S, L, or D.
Viewing Guidelines
In addition to general ratings, programs may include specific information on content. The following codes are used:
• V/FV is for VIOLENCE/FANTASY VIOLENCE • S stands for SEXUAL CONTENT • L stands for strong LANGUAGE
• D stands for suggestive DIALOG
MPAA (Motion Picture Assoc. of America) Ratings
NR - Not Rated.
This is a film which has no rating. In many cases these films were imported from countries which do not use the MPAA ratings
system. Other NR films may be from amateur producers who didn’t intend to have their film widely released.
“NR” Programming may contain all types of programming including children's programming, foreign programs, or adult material.
G - General Audience. In the opinion of the review board, these films contain nothing in the way of sexual content,
violence, or language that would be unsuitable for audiences of any age.
PG - Parental Guidance. Parental Guidance means the movie may contain some contents such as mild violence, some
brief nudity, and strong language. The contents are not deemed intense.
PG-13 - Parents Strongly Cautioned. Parents with children under 13 are cautioned that the content of movies with
this rating may include more explicit sexual, language, and violence content than movies rated PG.
R - Restricted. These films contain material that is explicit in nature and is not recommended for unsupervised chil-
dren under the age of 17.
NC-17 - No One Under 17. These movies contain content which most parents would feel is too adult for their children to
view. Content can consist of strong language, nudity, violence, and suggestive or explicit subject matter.
X - No One under 18. Inappropriate material for anyone under 18.
Special Note about Ratings
Some programs are broadcast without a ratings signal. Therefore, even if you setup V-CHIP ratings limits, these programs
will not be blocked. Parents are cautioned to preview the contents of these programs or movies.
Note (for Canadian viewers): The V-CHIP function is based on specifications designed for the United States and
therefore may not work properly in Canada.
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V-Chip
Set Ratings Guidelines
You can set your V-Chip to automatically block programming above a certain level using either the television
or motion picture ratings systems, or both. If a program contains a rating above the levels you set, it will auto-
matically be blocked from viewing unless the four-digit lock code is entered.
To access the ratings set-up screens, press the Menu button. Use the 5∞ arrows to move to the V-Chip
option. Select the V-Chip option by pressing
remote’s 10-key pad to access the V-CHIP setup menu.The menu shown below will appear.
2
or
3
. The Padlock icon
will appear. Press Zero on the
V-CHIP
V-CHIP
ON
SET US TV RATINGS
SET MOVIE RATINGS
UNRATED
VIEW
FINISH
SELECT
BY
EXIT BY
EXIT
OPERATE BY
V-CHIP Settings Menu
To Set TV Ratings Levels
Use the 5∞ arrows to move to SET US TV RATINGS. Select this option by
pressing or . The screen on the right will appear. Use the 5∞ arrows to move
up and down the columns. Press or to turn the locking feature on or off. You
may block an entire rating category like TV-14, or you may block individual items,
like TV-14 shows with V (violence).
T V
T V
T V
T V
T V
T V
MA
14
PG
G
Y7
Y
2
3
2
3
V/FV
S
L
To block an entire category, move the cursor to the top of a row, for example TV-14.
D
Press
2
or
3
. Lock icons will appear down the entire TV-14 column. All programs
FINISH
with a rating of TV-14 will be blocked.
T V
T V
14
T V
T V
T V
T V
MA
PG
G
Y7
Y
To block an individual item, use the 5∞ arrows to move to the mark for the item you
wish to block, for example TV-14 with Violence. Press
2
or
3. The lock icon will
V/FV
appear in the TV-14 V space. All programs with a TV-14 V rating will be blocked.
When you have finished setting your rating limits, press to move to FINISH.
Press or to save your settings and exit.
S
L
∞
2
3
D
FINISH
To Set Movie (MPAA) Ratings Levels
Use the 5∞ arrows to move to SET MOVIE RATINGS. Select this option by pressing
or . The screen on the left will appear. Use the 5∞ arrows to move to a movie
rating, such as X. Press or to turn the ratings block on or off.
When you have set your movie ratings levels, press to move to FINISH. Press
to save your settings and exit.
X
NC-17
R
PG-13
PG
G
2
3
NR
2
3
∞
2
or
FINISH
3
X
NC-17
R
PG-13
PG
G
NR
FINISH
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V-Chip
Unrated Programs
You have the choice of allowing programs without a rating signal to be shown or to have unrated programs
or
blocked. To set this option, use the 5∞ arrows to move to UNRATED in the V-CHIP menu. Use the
2
3
arrows to select VIEW to show unrated programs, or BLOCK to keep them from being shown. When you have
made you selection, press EXIT to return to normal television viewing.
Notes About Unrated Programs:
Unrated programming refers to any programming which does not contain a rating signal. Programming on television
stations which do not broadcast rating signals will be placed in the “Unrated Programming” category.
Examples of Unrated programs:
Emergency Bulletins
Locally Originated Programming
News
Religious Programs
Sports
Weather
Political Programs
Some Commercials
Public Service Announcements
• TV programs or movies that do not have rating signals will be blocked if the Unrated Category is set to LOCK.
Warning Message
When a viewer attempts to watch a program which exceeds the set ratings limits, the following warning
message will appear:
To watch a blocked program, enter the four-digit access code to unlock that
channel. Once the correct code is entered, the channel will be unlocked and
the program shown.
THIS PROGRAMMING EXCEEDS
YOUR RATINGS LIMITS.
PLEASE ENTER LOCK CODE BY
If an incorrect code is entered the message INVALID LOCK CODE! will flash
onscreen. The channel will remain locked until the correct code is entered.
10 KEY PAD TO UNLOCK IT.
NO. - - - -
Set Lock Code
Channel Guard and V-Chip settings are protected by a four-digit Lock Code. Your TV comes pre-set with a
Lock Code of “0000”. You may change the code to any four-digit number you wish. To change the Lock Code,
follow the steps below.
Access the onscreen menus by pressing MENU on your remote control. You may then either use the up and
down arrows 5∞ to scroll to the INITIAL SETUP menu, or press MENU until the INITIAL SETUP screen
appears. Use the 5∞ arrows to move to the Set Lock Code. Press the
2
or
3
arrows to select.
The Padlock icon
will appear. Press Zero on the remote’s 10-key pad to access the LOCK CODE.
Use the or arrow to change the first digit. When you have selected the first
number, move to the second digit by pressing the arrow. You can change this
digit using the 2 3 arrows. Repeat this process until all four digits are set.
When you have entered your LOCK CODE, press to move to FINISH.
Press or to exit.
2
3
∞
LOCK CODE
FINISH
0000
∞
2
3
Notes: In order for V-Chip settings to take effect, V-Chip settings must be turned ON in the V-CHIP menu (page 34).
You can automatically unblock all of your restrictions by turning V-Chip settings OFF in the V-CHIP menu (page 34).
You can always unblock a restriction by re-entering the V-CHIP menu and removing the lock icon.
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Initial Setup
Initial Setup 2
This menu lets you set up some of the functions of the television to meet your personal tastes and needs. You
may select one of three languages for onscreen displays, turn closed captioning ON or OFF, adjust an
image’s vertical position, automatically enhance the picture quality of certain broadcasts, or adjust the size of
the 480p picture signal which is input from the Digital-In terminal.
INITIAL SETUP
LANGUAGE
INITIAL SETUP
LANGUAGE
PREVIOUS
PREVIOUS
ENG FRE SPA
ENG
FRE
SPA
CLOSED CAPTION
VERTICAL POSITION
DSD
ON OFF
DIGITAL - IN
SIZE 2
NEXT PAGE
NEXT PAGE
SELECT
BY
EXIT BY
SELECT
BY
EXIT BY
EXIT
EXIT
OPERATE BY
OPERATE BY
*1
INITIAL SETUP Menu
INITIAL SETUP Menu
Access the onscreen menus by pressing MENU on your remote control. You may then either use the up and
down arrows 5∞ to scroll to the INITIAL SETUP menu, or press MENU until the INITIAL SETUP screen
appears. Use the
any or all of the settings.
2
or
3
arrows to move to the setting you wish to change. You can make adjustments to
LANGUAGE
ENG FRE SPA
You can view the onscreen menu displays in one of three languages - English, French, or Spanish. (See page
28).
CLOSED CAPTION
Many programs now include additional CLOSED CAPTION information as part of their broadcast. CLOSED
CAPTIONS often are a text summary of onscreen dialog. Closed Captioning can also include additional
information about a program’s subject, presented in text form. Your television can be set to display closed
captions if you wish.
To display CLOSED CAPTIONS, use the 5∞ arrows to move to CLOSED CAPTION. Select the option by
pressing the
2
or
3
arrows.
Continued at top of next page.
Note:
*1: The DIGITAL-IN menu can only be displayed when a 480p picture signal is input to the Digital-In terminal and the pic-
ture is being displayed on the screen.
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Closed Caption - Continued
A new CLOSED CAPTION menu will now appear. The Mode option
will be highlighted. This lets you set the operating mode for the
CLOSED CAPTION feature. You can set it to: CLOSED CAPTION -
to display onscreen dialog in a text format, TEXT - to display addi-
tional information included in a broadcast, or OFF - to turn the cap-
tioning feature off.
CLOSED CAPTION
MODE
:
:
:
CAPTION
CC1
T 1
CAPTION
TEXT
If you select CAPTION or TEXT, the next step is to choose a
CLOSED CAPTION channel. Your television can receive four chan-
nels of CAPTION information and four channels of TEXT, though
FINISH
SELECT
BY
EXIT BY
only one will be displayed at a time. Using the
∞
arrow, move to
EXIT
OPERATE BY
either CAPTION or TEXT, depending on the selection you made in
MODE. Select the channel you wish to use.
CLOSED CAPTION Menu
Note: Most CAPTION information can be found on CC1, most TEXT can be found on T1. The others are available
for future use.
Once your Caption preferences are set use the
tings and exit the menu.
∞
arrow to move to FINISH. Press
2
or
3
to save your set-
VERTICAL POSITION
If you select the regular size with ASPECT, VERTICAL POSITION option is not viewed.
This option allows you to adjust the vertical position of the picture on the screen. You can raise or lower the
orientation of the picture by pressing the or arrows to move the picture up or down. When the picture is
positioned the way you would like, press EXIT to save your settings and leave this option.
5
∞
DSD
ON OFF
Digital Super Detail - Available only when using the “Theater” setting with a 1080i signal.
DSD automatically emphasizes detail and corrects distortions at picture edges. This feature digitally process-
es the 1080i signal, giving you the clearest picture possible. Select DSD using the 5∞ arrows. Use the
arrows to turn DSD ON to digitally process the signal, or OFF to view the signal in its natural form. Once
you have made your selection, press EXIT to save your settings and leave this option.
2
or
3
• You can access the “Theater” setting by pressing the VIDEO STATUS button on the remote control. For more
information on VIDEO STATUS, see page 52.
DIGITAL-IN
SIZE 1
The DIGITAL-IN option can only be displayed in the INITIAL SETUP menu when a 480p picture signal is being
input to the DIGITAL-IN terminal. Refer to the screen illustration at the top-right of page 36.
This option adjusts the position when a 480p picture signal is being displayed on the screen.
There are two types of 480p picture signals: 640x480 and 720x480. If the displayed picture is slightly shifted,
the position can be adjusted by selecting either SIZE1 or SIZE2.
Select DIGITAL-IN using the
5
and
∞
arrows. Use the
2
or
3
arrow to select SIZE1 or SIZE2.
Note: CLOSED CAPTION subtitles are programmed by the broadcast channel. Any misspellings are the fault of the
broadcaster and not a malfunction of the television. Closed Captioning may not work correctly if the signal being received
is weak or if you are playing a video tape. Not every broadcast will include a Closed Caption signal. Most programs
containing CLOSED CAPTION information will display a notice at the start of the broadcast.
1080i signals are available only when using a Digital TV decoder (see page 15 for DTV decoder connections).
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Picture Adjust
Picture Adjust
The PICTURE ADJUST menu lets make precise adjustments to the television’s picture. You can make adjust-
ments to the picture’s tint, color, contrast, brightness, and level of detail. By adjusting these levels individually,
the overall picture quality can be changed.
PICTURE ADJUST
PREVIOUS
TINT
COLOR
PICTURE
BRIGHT
DETAIL
NEXT PAGE
SELECT
BY
EXIT BY
EXIT
OPERATE BY
PICTURE ADJUST Menu
Access the onscreen menus by pressing MENU on your remote control. You may then either use the up and
down arrows 5∞ to scroll to the PICTURE ADJUST menu, or press MENU until the PICTURE ADJUST screen
appears. Use the 5∞ arrows to move to the setting you wish to change. You can make adjustments to any or
all of the settings. When you select an item, the PICTURE ADJUST menu will disappear, leaving only the
selected item onscreen. Use the 2 3 arrows to make adjustments to the item. To make adjustments to a dif-
ferent item, press the
sion viewing.
5
or
∞
arrows to move to the next menu item, or press EXIT to return to normal televi-
TINT
The TINT level lets you adjust the levels of red and green in the picture. Press
red. Press
leave the menu. Your changes will be saved when you move to another setting or press EXIT.
2
to increase the amount of
to increase the amount of green. Use the 5∞ arrows to move to the next setting or press EXIT to
3
COLOR
COLOR lets you make the overall color of the picture more subtle or more vivid. Press
more subtle. Press
leave the menu. Your changes will be saved when you move to another setting or press EXIT.
2
to make the colors
3
to make the colors more vivid. Use the 5∞ to move to the next setting or press EXIT to
Note: You may leave the PICTURE ADJUST menu at any time by pressing EXIT. Any changes you have made will be
saved.
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Picture Adjust - Continued
PICTURE
The PICTURE level adjusts the contrast, or range between black and white in the picture. Press
2
to
decrease the range between the blacks and whites in the picture. Press to increase the range. Use the
3
5∞ arrows to move to the next setting or press EXIT to leave the menu. Your changes will be saved when you
move to another setting or press EXIT.
BRIGHT
The BRIGHT level lets you adjust the degree of light and darkness in the picture. Press
bright level. Press
to leave the menu. Your changes will be saved when you move to another setting or press EXIT.
2
to decrease the
3
to increase the bright level. Use the 5∞ arrows to move to the next setting or press EXIT
DETAIL
DETAIL let’s you adjust the sharpness of the picture. Press
images with softer edges and make the picture seem “softer” overall. Press
This will give you sharper images with harder edges. Use the 5∞ arrows to move to the next setting or press
EXIT to leave the menu. Your changes will be saved when you move to another setting or press EXIT.
2
to decrease the level of detail. This will give you
to increase the level of detail.
3
Note: You may leave the PICTURE ADJUST menu at any time by pressing EXIT. Any changes you have made will be
saved.
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Picture Adjust
Picture Adjust 2
The second PICTURE ADJUST menu lets make further adjustments to the television’s picture and display quali-
ties. The YNR and DNR noise filters will help improve image quality, noise muting will eliminate static from
channels with weak signals or that are not broadcasting, and SET VIDEO STATUS will allow you to program a
set of image adjustments that meet your own personal tastes.
PICTURE ADJUST
PREVIOUS
YNR
DNR
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
NOISE MUTING
SET VIDEO STATUS
NEXT PAGE
BY
SELECT
OPERATE BY
EXIT BY
EXIT
PICTURE ADJUST Menu
The second PICTURE ADJUST menu can be accessed by either pressing the
option of the first PICTURE ADJUST menu or by pressing MENU again.
∞
button while at the last
YNR
The YNR filter can help to eliminate “noise” (static) from your television pictures. Before using the YNR filter,
first try the DNR filter (see below). If your picture still contains too much noise, try adjusting the YNR filter.
Use the 5∞ arrows to select YNR. Use the
2
or
3
arrows to adjust the amount of noise reduction. Press
2
to decrease the noise reduction, press to increase the noise reduction.
3
• If you reduce the level of noise reduction too much, the picture may become soft and weak. Adjust the
YNR filter to find a balance between picture sharpness and noise that you like.
DNR
ON OFF
Use the DNR (Digital Noise Reducer) filter when receiving a weak signal to help increase the overall signal
quality. Use the 5∞ arrows to select DNR. Use the
to shut the DNR filter off.
2
or
3
arrows to turn DNR ON to reduce noise, or OFF
• The DNR filter will reduce noise without affecting the overall image quality, unlike the YNR filter. That is why
we suggest you try using the DNR filter first. DNR runs a frame-by-frame comparison of the incoming sig-
nal to detect and reduce areas of noise.
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Picture Adjust
ON OFF
NOISE MUTING
The NOISE MUTING setting inserts a blue screen over any channels that are not broadcasting or have signals
to weak to have clear signals. Press the
2
or
3
arrows to turn NOISE MUTING on or OFF.
SET VIDEO STATUS
SET VIDEO STATUS lets you save a customized set of screen display settings. You can access your personal
settings at any time by pressing the VIDEO STATUS button on the remote control and selecting the “Choice”
option.
To enter your customized settings, use the 5∞ arrows to select SET VIDEO STATUS. The following menu will
appear:
SET VIDEO STATUS
TINT
COLOR
PICTURE
BRIGHT
DETAIL
YNR
SAVE AS CHOICE
SELECT
BY
EXIT BY
EXIT
OPERATE BY
SET VIDEO STATUS Menu
The five settings options on the SET VIDEO STATUS menu are the same as the ones shown on pages 38 and
39. Use the 5∞ arrows to move to a setting. Use the
2
or arrows to adjust the selected setting. Once you
3
have each setting adjusted as you like it, use the
exit.
∞
arrow to move to SAVE AS CHOICE. Press or to
2
3
Your personal settings will now be available as the “Choice” option whenever you press the VIDEO STATUS
button on the remote control. You may change your “Choice” settings anytime you wish.
• You must use SAVE AS CHOICE to exit the SET VIDEO STATUS menu.
• For descriptions of the SET VIDEO STATUS settings and how to adjust them, see pages 34 and 35.
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Sound Adjust
Sound Adjust
The SOUND ADJUST menu lets you tailor the television’s sound to suit your personal taste. You can adjust the
television’s bass and treble output, as well as the speaker balance. You can also choose to receive
broadcasts either stereo or mono sound, or listen to a Second Audio Program (SAP), if one is broadcast.
SOUND ADJUST
PREVIOUS
BASS
TREBLE
BALANCE
MTS
STEREO
SAP
MONO
NEXT PAGE
BY
SELECT
EXIT BY
EXIT
OPERATE BY
SOUND ADJUST Menu
Access the onscreen menus by pressing MENU on your remote control. You may then either use the up and
down arrows 5∞ to scroll to the SOUND ADJUST menu, or press MENU until the SOUND ADJUST screen
appears. Use the 5∞ arrows to move to the setting you wish to change. You can make adjustments to any or
all of the settings.
BASS
The BASS level lets you adjust the level of low-frequency sounds. Press
2
to decrease the bass level.
Press
3
to increase the level of bass. Use the 5∞ to move to the next setting or press EXIT to leave the
menu.
TREBLE
The TREBLE level lets you adjust the level of high-frequency sounds. Press
2
to decrease the treble.
Press to increase the treble. Use the 5∞ to move to the next setting or press EXIT to leave the menu.
3
BALANCE
You can adjust the balance of sound output between the television’s RIGHT and LEFT speakers with the bal-
ance control. Press to shift the balance to the left. Press to shift the balance to the right. Use the 5∞ to
move to the next setting or press EXIT to leave the menu.
2
3
Notes: The BALANCE option can not be operated from the menu screen when DOLBY PRO LOGIC is selected from the SOUND
MODE menu.
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Sound Adjust
Sound Adjust - Continued
MTS STEREO SAP
MONO
Many broadcasts today contain more than one audio signal. In addition to stereo and mono soundtracks,
some broadcasts also contain a second soundtrack in a different language. Use MTS to select the audio
signal you wish to listen to.
• Select STEREO for your normal listening needs. With this setting programs broadcast in stereo will be
played by the TV in stereo. Programs broadcast in mono sound only will be played in mono sound.
• Select MONO if you are receiving a weak signal. Mono sound will usually give clearer sound from weak
signals than will stereo. With this setting all broadcasts, mono and stereo, will be played in mono sound
only by the television.
• Select SAP (Second Audio Program) to listen to an alternate soundtrack (if one is being broadcast).
Alternate soundtracks may be the dialog of a program in a different language or additional information
about a program topic. A logo will appear at the beginning of a program with SAP to inform you that an
alternate soundtrack is available.
Some Sound Advice
You can tell if a program is broadcast in stereo by the position of the ON AIR arrow in the MTS menu.
Unfortunately, some cable companies may “squash” the transmission of stereo programs because
they have only monaural equipment. If you are connected to a cable system, the sound is at the mercy
of that cable company. If they broadcast only monaural signals, your television will only receive a
mono signal even if the program was originally broadcast in stereo.
Fortunately, most programs that are broadcast in stereo are aired on the major television networks. If
you connect your TV to an antenna instead of cable, and set the tuner mode in the AUTO TUNER
SETUP to “AIR” instead of “CABLE” you will be able to pick up stereo broadcasts in stereo.
SOUND ADJUST
PREVIOUS
BASS
TREBLE
BALANCE
MTS
STEREO
SAP
MONO
ON AIR
BY
ON AIR
NEXT PAGE
SELECT
EXIT BY
EXIT
OPERATE BY
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Initial Setup
INITIAL SETUP
PREVIOUS
SUPER BASS HIGH MID
LOW
OFF
TV SPEAKER
ON
NEXT PAGE
SELECT
BY
EXIT BY
EXIT
OPERATE BY
INITIAL SETUP Menu
Access the onscreen menus by pressing MENU on your remote control. You may then either use the up and
down arrows 5∞ to scroll to the INITIAL SETUP menu, or press MENU until the INITIAL SETUP screen
appears. Use the 5∞ arrows to move to the setting you wish to change. You can make adjustments to any or
all of the settings.
SUPER BASS
HIGH
MID
LOW
The SUPER BASS function dramatically adjust the bass sound of the television. SUPER BASS has three set-
tings:
HIGH - The bass is emphasized to give a heavy, booming sound
MID - The bass is treated normally, bass levels are in the same range as high and mid frequencies
LOW - The bass is softened, low end sounds are made weaker
Use the 5∞ arrows to select the SUPER BASS function. Use the
2
or
3
arrows to select HIGH, MID, or
LOW. Once you have made your selection, press EXIT to return to normal television viewing.
TV SPEAKER
ON OFF
The TV SPEAKER option turns the television’s internal speakers on or off. The television comes from the facto-
ry with the internal speakers turned on. If you connect your television to a home stereo system, use this option
to turn the TV’s speakers off. To turn the speakers off press
selection. If you later disconnect from the home stereo, use this option to turn the TV’s speakers back on.
2
or
3
to highlight OFF. Press 5∞ to enter your
• Before you turn the TV SPEAKER setting from OFF to ON, make sure that the TV volume is set very low!
If the TV volume is set too high when the speakers are turned on, the sound level may be extremely loud
and could damage the speakers.
• The TV SPEAKER option can not be operated from the menu screen when DOLBY PRO LOGIC is selected
on the SOUND MODE menu.
Note: When using external speakers, make sure you shut off the television’s speakers by using the TV SPEAKER option
shown above.
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Audio Settings
Sound Mode
The sound system of the AV-61S902 lets you customize the audio output of the television for optimal performance
with your home theater system. All AV-61S902 feature Dolby Surround and Dolby Pro Logic technology for
unparalleled sound quality.
You can access the sound settings by pressing SOUND on the remote control. The SOUND MODE menu will
appear.
SOUND MODE
DOLBY PRO LOGIC
PRO LOGIC 3D-PHONIC
DANCE CLUB
CONCERT HALL
STADIUM
HYPER SOUND
* Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories.
SELECT
BY
EXIT BY
“DOLBY”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
EXIT
OPERATE BY
SOUND MODE Menu
Dolby Pro Logic
You can enjoy Dolby* Surround sound with additional speakers.
The following settings must be performed before you can enjoy Dolby Surround sound.
Settings for when 4 additional speakers are used to enjoy Dolby Surround sound
Use the
Dolby Pro Logic second menu.
Use the or arrows to set the MODE to NORMAL.
5
and
∞
arrows in the sound mode menu to select Dolby Pro Logic. Press the
3
arrow to display the
2
3
When the MODE is set to NORMAL, the internal speakers are used as the center sound speakers. When
using the following options, the TV SPEAKERS are set to CENTER.
In order to test the balance of sound coming from each speaker, use the
MODE. Use the arrow to turn the TEST MODE ON.
A test sound signal is output from each speaker. Use the
5
and
∞
arrows to select the TEST
3
5
and∞
arrows to select the option (LEFT, CEN-
arrows to adjust the volume of each
TER, RIGHT or SURROUND) you want to adjust and use the
speaker.
2
and
3
Sit where you normally watch television and adjust the sound so that the balance of sound from each speaker
is as you want it to be.
When you have finished testing the balance of sound coming from each speaker, use the
select the TEST MODE and use the arrow to turn the TEST MODE OFF.
Press the EXIT button to return to the normal television screen.
5
and∞
arrows to
3
Note: When using 4 speakers (2 front speakers and 2 surround speakers) in the NORMAL mode to enjoy Dolby
Surround sound, you may feel that there is a difference in the sound quality from the front L/R speakers and the
internal speakers. In cases such as this, where the sound quality in not as you would like, changing the SOUND
MODE to PHANTOM and turning the TV SPEAKER function OFF will solve the problem.
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Audio Settings
Settings for when 2 additional speakers are used to enjoy Dolby Surround sound (Only
the surround speakers are connected)
Use the
Dolby Pro Logic second menu.
Use the and arrows to set the MODE to PHANTOM.
5
and
∞
arrows in the sound mode menu to select Dolby Pro Logic. Press the
3
arrow to display the
2
3
When the PHANTOM mode is selected, you can choose whether to use the internal speakers as the L/R
sound speakers or to turn them off.
Use the
As a rule, select L/R.
In order to test the balance of sound coming from each speaker, use the
MODE. Use the arrow to turn the TEST MODE ON.
A test sound signal is output from each speaker. Use the
or SURROUND) you want to adjust and use the and
5
and
∞
arrows to select TV SPEAKER and the
3
arrow to select L/R or OFF.
5
and∞
arrows to select the TEST
3
5
and∞
arrows to select the option (LEFT, RIGHT
2
3
arrows to adjust the volume of each speaker.
Sit where you normally watch television and adjust the sound so that the balance of sound from each speaker
is as you want it to be.
When you have finished testing the balance of sound coming from each speaker, use the
select the TEST MODE and use the arrow to turn the TEST MODE OFF.
5
and∞
arrows to
3
Press the EXIT button to return to the normal television screen.
In order to enjoy Dolby Surround sound
Preparation
• Connect the speakers and amplifiers (Refer to page 20.)
• Adjust the amplifier sound levels. (Refer to the instruction manuals of the connected devices.)
• Perform the sound mode settings. (See above.)
Enjoy Dolby Surround sound
1) Press the SOUND button to turn the SURROUND function ON. (Refer to page 47.)
2) Press the EXIT button to return to the normal television screen from the SOUND menu.
3) Input a Dolby Surround encoded program from a DTV decoder or DVD etc.
Notes:
• This function is only available for Dolby Surround encoded programs.
• You cannot enjoy Dolby Surround sound with headphones.
• An amplifier is necessary in order to connect additional speakers. Refer to page 20 for information about connecting
speakers.
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Audio Settings
Pro Logic 3D-Phonic
You can enjoy the atmosphere of Dolby Surround programs without external speakers.
Use the and arrows in the sound mode menu to select PRO LOGIC 3D-PHONIC. Press the
display the Pro Logic 3D-Phonic second menu.
5
∞
3
arrow to
Use the
5
and
∞
arrows to select one of the following three
PRO LOGIC 3D-PHONIC
MODE
NORMAL
LEVEL
Pro Logic 3D-Phonic modes and use the
adjust the effect level.
2
or
3
arrows to
CINEMA/SPORT
MUSIC
NORMAL: For normal programs
CINEMA/SPORT: For cinema and sports programs
MUSIC: For music programs
SELECT
BY
EXIT BY
EXIT
OPERATE BY
Note: This function is only available for Dolby Surround encoded programs.
Other Sound Modes
You can enjoy enhanced sound by choosing one of four Digital Surround modes.
Dance Club
This setting adjusts the sound levels to give you the feeling of being at a dance.
Use the
5
and
∞
arrows in the sound mode menu to select DANCE CLUB. Once selected, the DANCE CLUB
mode is entered.
Concert Hall
This setting adjusts the sound levels to give you the feeling of being at a Concert Hall.
Use the
5
and
∞
arrows in the sound mode menu to select CONCERT HALL. Once selected, the CONCERT
HALL mode is entered.
Stadium
This setting adjusts the sound levels to give you the feeling of being at a Stadium.
Use the
entered.
5
and∞
arrows in the sound mode menu to select STADIUM. Once selected, the STADIUM mode is
Hyper Sound
Hyper Sound takes the monaural sound information in a program and expands it to give the impression of full
stereo sound. Hyper Sound is designed to work with monaural signals. It will not work with programs which
are broadcast in stereo.
Use the
5
and
∞
arrows in the sound mode menu to select Hyper Sound. Once selected, the Hyper Sound
mode is entered.
Note: Sound Modes other than Hyper Sound do not work well for monaural programs.
Switching the surround function on/off
The surround function can be switched on or off by pressing the SOUND button on the remote control.
Pressing it once displays “Sound mode menu” on the screen and turns the surround function on. Pressing the
SOUND button again while “Sound mode menu” is displayed on the screen turns the surround function off.
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CLOCK/TIMERS
CLOCK/TIMERS
This CLOCK/TIMERS menu can be used to set the time of the built-in clock and set the ON/OFF TIMER func-
tion.
Access the on-screen menus by pressing the MENU button on
CLOCK/TIMERS
PREVIOUS
your remote control. You may then either use the
5
and
∞
arrows
SET CLOCK
ON/OFF TIMER
to select the CLOCK/TIMERS menu, or press the MENU button until
the CLOCK/TIMERS screen appears.
Use the
2
or
3
arrows to move to the setting you wish to change.
You can make the setting or program.
NEXT PAGE
SELECT
BY
EXIT BY
EXIT
OPERATE BY
SET CLOCK
The SET CLOCK function is described on page 30. If you need to set the SET CLOCK again, select the option
from the CLOCK/TIMER menu by using the or arrows to move to the SET CLOCK option in the
or arrows. Please refer to page 30 for instruc-
5
∞
CLOCK/TIMER Menu. Select the option by pressing the
tions on using the CLOCK/TIMER feature.
2
3
ON/OFF TIMER
ON/OFF TIMER
ON TIME
OFF TIME
CHANNEL
MODE
7 : 00 PM
10 : 00 PM
A 02
The ON/OFF TIMER lets you program your television to turn itself on or off.
You can use it as an alarm to wake up, to help you remember important pro-
grams, or as a security device to make the house seem occupied when
you’re not at home.
ONCE
Y E S
ON/OFF TIMER
You can select the ON/OFF TIMER option from the CLOCK/TIMERS menu by
FINISH
using the
5
or∞
arrows to move to the ON/OFF TIMER option in the ON/OFF
TIMER Menu. Select the option by pressing the
2
or arrows.
3
SELECT
BY
EXIT BY
EXIT
OPERATE BY
Setting the ON/OFF TIMER
Use the
Use the
Use the
2
or
or
3
arrows to set the time you want the television turn on. Press the arrow to move to the minutes.
arrows to set the minutes.
2
3
∞
arrow to move to the OFF TIME setting. Use the
5
or∞
arrows and the
2
or
3
arrows to set the
OFF TIME hour and minutes in the same way as with the ON TIME.
Next, press the
the or arrows to select the channel you want.
arrow to move to MODE. Use the or
arrow to move to ON/OFF TIMER. Use the
∞
button. The channel which is displayed when the television turns on can be selected. Use
2
3
Press the
∞
∞
2
3
arrows to select either “ONCE” or “EVERY DAY”.
or arrows to select whether or not the ON/OFF
Press the
2
3
TIMER is used. Select “YES” if the timer is to be used and select “NO” if the timer is not to be used.
Press the
∞
arrow to move to FINISH. Use the
2
or
3
arrows to select confirm the program.
In order to return to the normal screen, press the EXIT button on the remote control.
When the ON/OFF TIMER has been programmed to operate, the On Timer LED on the front panel of the televi-
sion lights.
Note: The ON/OFF TIMER cannot be set to locked or guarded channels. In order for the ON/OFF TIMER to work, the
clock must be set. In the event of the electric power being interrupted, the timer must be set again.
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Aspect
Aspect
Your television can display images in one of four aspect ratios. The aspect ratio is the ratio of image width
to height as displayed on the screen. The AV-61S902 has a “wide screen” with an aspect ratio of 16:9.
A traditional television picture has an aspect ratio of 4:3. Since you will likely view programs from several
different ratios, this feature will help you adjust your picture image to match, giving you the best possible
picture quality.
Press the ASPECT button on the remote control. The menu shown (left) will appear. To select the aspect ratio
you wish to view, press the ASPECT button to move down the list. Each press will move to the next ratio, the
onscreen display will change automatically. The aspect ratios are:
• PANORAMA. With this ratio a normal 4:3 aspect picture is stretched to fit the
dimensions of the 16:9 aspect screen.
ASPECT
PANORAMA
CINEMA
• CINEMA. This ratio “zooms in” on the center part of a 4:3 aspect picture,
blowing it up to fill the 16:9 screen.
• FULL. This is the ratio to use when watching 16:9 High-Definition broad
casts.
• REGULAR. The Regular ratio is used when you want to watch a 4:3 broad
FULL
cast or recorded program without modifying the original picture to fit the
dimensions of your 16:9 screen. The 4:3 picture will fill the AV-61S902’s
screen from top to bottom, while black bars will appear to fill up the
remaining space along the picture’s sides. The 4:3 picture will be centered
within the boundaries of the 16:9 screen.
REGULAR
ASPECT Menu
When you have selected the ASPECT ratio you wish to view, either press ENTER or wait a few seconds for the
ASPECT menu to disappear. You may change the ASPECT at any time.
Aspect Ratios
CINEMA
PANORAMA
FULL
REGULAR
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Button Functions
Split
Activate the Split-Screen option by pressing SPLIT on the remote control.
07
02
MAIN CHANNEL
PICTURE
SPLIT-SCREEN
PICTURE
SPLIT-SCREEN Mode
Two channels (or input) will now appear onscreen. The channel (or input) you were watching before pressing
SPLIT will appear on the left, the new channel will appear on the right. The sound will continue to come from the
main screen channel (or input). To turn Split-Screen off and return to normal television viewing, press SPLIT again.
Swap
You can exchange the channel (or input) displayed in the Split screen window for the main screen image by
pressing SWAP button.
Freeze
Pressing the FREEZE button causes the screen to change to the split-screen display with the still picture displayed
on the right. In order to return to the normal display, press the FREEZE button once again.
Notes:
• The picture signal input from the component input terminal of the television can not be displayed when watching the
split-screen display. If the connected device has an S-Video terminal, connecting this will enable the picture to be dis-
played when watching the split-screen display.
• Split-Screen functions will not work with locked channels or channels blocked by V-Chip ratings limits. A blue screen will
display instead.
• The picture from the RF INPUT-B can not be displayed on the split screen.
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Button Functions
Menu
The MENU button allows you to access JVC’s onscreen menu system. Press MENU to activate the onscreen
menu system.
• See individual topics (like “Picture Adjust”) for specific information on using those menu screens.
Exit
Press the EXIT button to leave a menu screen.
Display
The DISPLAY screen shows the current status of timers and inputs.
Press the DISPLAY button to activate.
The screen on the left shows the following information:
A 07
• The channel or AV input (RF-input A, 07)
• The current time (12:20 pm)
• SLEEP TIMER status/minutes remaining (The SLEEP TIMER is off)
• ON/OFF TIMER status (Set to turn on everyday at 7:00 pm, off at 10:00 pm)
NOW
12 : 20 PM
OFF
SLEEP TIMER
ON/OFF TIMER
ON TIME
EVERYDAY
7 : 00 PM
10 : 00 PM
OFF TIME
Each press of the DISPLAY button moves to a different display mode:
Display - Full screen shown above
Time - Shows the current time only
Channel - Shows the current channel only
Off - Turns all displays off
Sleep Timer
The SLEEP TIMER can turn the TV off for you after you fall asleep. Program it to work in intervals of 15 min-
utes, for a total time of up to 180 minutes.
0 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150 165 180
Press the SLEEP TIMER button to activate.
Sleep Timer Message
20 seconds before the automatic timer shutoff occurs, this message will appear onscreen:
GOOD NIGHT!!
PUSH SLEEP
TO EXTEND
TIMER BUTTON
You have 20 seconds to press the SLEEP TIMER button to delay the shutoff for another 15 minutes. If you do not
press the button, the television will automatically shut off.
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Button Functions
BBE
BBE high definition audio adds natural, clear, extraordinary sound quality to any program. Use the BBE button
to turn the BBE high definition audio filter ON or OFF.
Sound
Press the SOUND button to access the Dolby Sound settings menu. For more information on the Dolby sound
feature and its settings, see page 45.
Muting
The MUTING button instantly turns the volume down completely when you press it.
MUTING
The volume level will instantly go to zero.
• To restore the volume to its previous level, press MUTING again.
Video Status
The VIDEO STATUS button gives you a choice of three TV picture display settings, including display of your own
setting preferences.
Standard - Resets the picture display to the original factory settings
Choice - Displays the setting levels you specified on the “SET VIDEO STATUS” menu (page 41)
Theater - Gives a rich, film-like look to video.
Press the VIDEO STATUS button to choose a setting.
CHOICE
THEATER
STANDARD
Natural Cinema
Natural Cinema corrects the problem of blurred edges which may occur when viewing a program originally
shot on film (such as motion pictures) or animation. If you notice blurring at the edges of these programs,
press NATURAL CINEMA and set it to ON. Natural Cinema helps correct conversion errors that occur when film,
which is shot at 24 frames-per-second, is broadcast at the television rate of 30 frames-per-second.
Natural Cinema should not be used when viewing regular television programs or video tapes. When viewing
such programs, set Natural Cinema to OFF.
• Natural Cinema is automatically turned off when you turn the television off or use one of the Multi-Screen
functions.
Aspect
Press the ASPECT button to access ASPECT ratio settings menu. You can choose one of four display ratios for
your television picture. For more information on the ASPECT ratio feature and its settings, see page 49.
Notes: BBE is a registered trademark of BBE Sound, Inc. For U.S., licensed from BBE Sound, Inc. under USP 4638258,
4482866 and 5510572. For Canada, licensed from BBE Sound, Inc. BBE is a registered trademark of BBE Sound, Inc.
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Button Functions
Number Buttons - 10 Key Pad
Use the number buttons on the remote control to move directly to a specific channel. For example, to move to channel 7:
0 (Zero)
7 (Seven)
100+ Button
Use the 100+ button to directly access channels above Channel 99. For example, to move to channel 124:
100+
2 (Two)
4 (Four)
Return+
The RETURN+ button has two functions:
Return - Returns to the channel viewed just before the channel currently onscreen.
Return+ - Lets you program a specific channel to return to while scanning through the channels. To program:
RETURN+ and hold for three seconds.
RETURN CHANNEL
PROGRAMMED !
You can now scan through the channels using the CH+/- buttons.
RETURN+
You will return to your programmed channel.
• To cancel your RETURN+ channel, press and hold the RETURN+ button for three seconds. The message
“RETURN CHANNEL CANCELLED!” will appear.
• RETURN+ works only with CHANNEL+/-. Pressing any number key will cancel RETURN+.
V-chip
By pressing the remote control V-CHIP button, the V-chip rating information for the program which is being
received is displayed on the screen.
If the V-chip rating information is not being sent, “UNRATED” is displayed on the screen.
If the zero (“0”) button is pressed while the V-chip rating is displayed on the screen, all categories with the
same or a higher V-chip rating will be blocked.
For example, if you block movies rated NC-17, movies rated X will also be blocked.
• V-chip blocks can be manually set one at a time by using the V-chip option in the INITIAL SETUP menu.
For detailed information about V-chip ratings and V-chip manual settings, refer to pages 33 to 35.
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Button Functions
Input
The AV-61S902 can receive signals from a variety of sources. Use the INPUT button
to select the signal source: Antenna (for signals from the RF coaxial cable) or
VIDEO 1 through VIDEO 4 (for signals from an audio/video device like a DVD player
or VCR) or DIGITAL-IN.
INPUT
A 01
VIDEO-1
VIDEO-2
VIDEO-3
VIDEO-4
The INPUT menu will appear when you press INPUT. To select a signal source, press
INPUT, each press will move to the next item in the menu. If no device is connected
to an input, a blue screen will appear. When you have selected a signal source,
either press EXIT to leave the menu or wait a few seconds for the menu to disappear
automatically.
DIGITAL-IN
• You cannot use the 5
∞arrows to access items from the menu.
INPUT Menu
• Pressing CH+/- will automatically select the antenna (A 01) as the source.
Menu (on TV’s front panel)
You can also access the onscreen menu system by pressing the MENU button on the television’s front panel.
When you press this button, an additional onscreen menu will appear.
FRONT PANEL CONTROL
CHANNEL
INPUT
A 07
TV
ASPECT
FULL
NEXT PAGE
SELECT
BY
FRONT KEY
FRONT KEY
OPERATE BY
FRONT PANEL Menu
This menu will show the current channel (07 on the menu shown above), the current signal input in use
(TV antenna) and the current aspect ratio (FULL). You can move to the other onscreen menus by pressing the
5∞ arrows.
Light
The remote control includes illuminated buttons for key features like CH+/- and VOL+/-. Press the LIGHT button
to turn the illumination on. The illumination will shut off automatically after a few seconds.
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Button Functions
VCR Buttons
You can use this remote control to operate the basic functions of your VCR. These functions include: play, record,
rewind, fast-forward, stop, pause, channel scan, TV /VCR, power on, and power off.
Move the selector switch to VCR to operate.
• The remote is preset with the code 000 to control JVC-brand VCR’s. For any other manufacturer’s brand VCR,
please see the code chart and instructions on page 23.
DVD Buttons
You can also use this remote control to operate the basic functions of your DVD player. These functions include:
play, rewind, fast-forward, stop, still/pause, previous/next, tray open/close, power on, and power off.
Move the selector switch to DVD to operate.
• The remote is preset with the code 000 to control JVC-brand DVD players. For any other manufacturer’s brand
DVD player, please see the code chart and instructions on page 24.
TV/CATV Switch
Use either the television’s own tuner or a cable box to select channels. Set this switch to TV to operate the televi-
sion’s built-in tuner. Move the switch to CATV to operate a cable box.
• See page 22 for information on programming your remote for cable box operation.
VCR/DVD Switch
You can control a VCR or DVD player with the buttons on the lower part of the remote control. Use the VCR/DVD
selector switch to choose either VCR or DVD operation.
• See pages 23 and 24 for information on programming your remote with VCR and DVD operating codes.
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Troubleshooting
PROBLEMS
CHECK
There is no power
- See if the power cord became unplugged.
- Check for a blown fuse or circuit breaker or a power outage.
- Are the POWER LED and/or the ON TIMER LED on the front panel of the television blinking?
If these LED indicators are blinking, there is a problem with the television. Refer to the table on the
next page and take the appropriate measures.
- Are the 10 LED indicators on the front panel blinking while moving clockwise?
When the LED indicators on the front panel are blinking while moving clockwise, the television is in
the cooling mode. The television can not be operated while the cooling is being performed. Press the
POWER button when the cooling has been completed. (Refer to page 9.)
- After pressing the power button, if you see all 10 LEDs on the front panel light up, but the unit goes
into cooling mode and you cannot then turn the television on, the filter inside the air duct may not be
properly installed or the lamp may be dead.
There is no picture or
sound
- The antenna could be disconnected.
- The input mode (TV/Video) could be set improperly. See page 8.
- The tuner (AUTO TUNER SETUP) could be set improperly. See page 29.
- The TV station may be having difficulties. Check to see if other stations are working.
Remote control is not
operating properly or at
all
- Check to see that the batteries are still working and properly installed.
- Make sure the remote has a clear sight path to the TV.
- Check that the TV/CATV switch is in the proper position.
- You may be too far from the TV. You must be within 23 feet (7 meters).
- Use the remote control while pointing it at the screen.
You cannot select a cer-
tain channel
- Make sure the channels have been programmed. See “Channel Summary” page 32.
- Check to see if the channel is locked. See “Channel Summary - Lock” page 32.
The power turns off by
itself
- Make sure the set did not become unplugged.
- Perhaps the ON/OFF TIMER is set. See page 48.
- Check to see if the Sleep Timer was set. See page 51.
- Are the POWER LED and the ON TIMER LED on the front panel of the television blinking alternately?
If you have just replaced the lamp, it is possible that the lamp has not been installed correctly. Try
installing the lamp again. (Refer to the table on the next page.)
It does not operate
correctly
This television is operated by a microprocessor. It is possible that external noise or interference is caus-
ing the problem. If the television does not function correctly, remove the electric plug from the wall out-
let and wait a while before inserting it into the wall outlet again and operating the television.
The clock is wrong
The power was interrupted and the clock was not reset. See page 30.
The color quality is poor
- Tint and Color may be improperly adjusted. See page 38.
- The VIDEO STATUS mode may be turned to the wrong setting. See page 41.
There are lines across
the picture
There could be interference from another electrical appliance, such as a computer, another TV or VCR.
Move any such appliances further away from the TV.
The picture is spotted
There could be interference a from high-wattage appliance, like a hairdryer or vacuum, operating near-
by. Move the antenna away from the appliance or change to a coaxial cable connection which is less
prone to interference.
There are double pic-
tures (ghosts)
A building or passing airplane can reflect the original signal and produce a second, slightly delayed
one. Adjust your antenna position.
Picture is snowy (image
noise)
Your antenna may be damaged, disconnected or turned. Check the antenna connection page 6 and in
your Quick Setup Guide. If the antenna is damaged, replace it.
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Troubleshooting
PROBLEMS
CHECK
Screen is 80% black
The Closed Caption Text mode is on. Turn it off in the CLOSED CAPTION Menu, see page 36.
Stereo or bilingual pro-
grams cannot be heard
Make sure the MTS settings are correct. See “MTS” on page 43.
There is no sound from
the TV’s speakers
The TV Speaker option may be turned off. See page 44.
Static electricity
It is normal to feel static electricity if you brush or touch the screen.
You hear occasional
crackling sounds
It is normal for the TV to make crackling sounds when first turned on or off. Unless the sound or picture
The following are not malfunctions.
• The television may make a creaking sound if the temperature of the room or the temperature of the inside of the
television changes. If there is no problem with the screen or sound, then there is no need to worry.
• There lamp may make a noise when it blows, but this is not dangerous.
• The lamp may make a noise when the power is turned on and a picture is displayed on the screen. This noise
is caused when the mercury which is inside the lamp is heated and is not a malfunction.
• The still parts of the picture may remain on the screen. This is a characteristic of ILA elements and not a mal-
function. The picture will disappear over time.
• The operation of this television is not guaranteed below 0°C. If the power is turned on when the temperature is
below 0°C, the picture may be disturbed. Use the television when the temperature is 0°C or higher.
• Although the D-ILA hologram element is manufactured with high-precision technology, please understand that
some pixels may be lost or permanently displayed.
• There is a cooling fan built-in to the television. Please understand that this fan will make some noise when the
television is being used and while cooling.
• Although the picture may be temporarily disturbed and noise may be seen on the screen if the power is turned
on immediately after it has been turned off, this is not a malfunction.
If the POWER LED and/or the ON TIMER LED on the front panel of the television are blinking, there is a problem
with the television.
Refer to the table below to check the condition. If you think that there is a problem, contact the JVC Service
Center where you purchased the television.
How the LED indicators are blinking
Trouble
The ON TIMER LED and POWER LED are blinking
alternately.
It is possible that the lamp has not been installed correctly, or it may be a
malfunction.
The ON TIMER LED and POWER LED are lit at the
same time.
It may be a malfunction.
The ON TIMER LED is blinking.
The POWER LED is blinking.
It may be a malfunction.
It may be a malfunction.
When you try to turn the power on, the cooling mode
is entered and the power does not turn on.
The lamp may be blown. Replace it with a new lamp.
The filter unit may not be installed correctly.
The filter unit may be broken. Replace with a new filter unit.
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Appendix A
Cleaning the Filters
The lamp and internal circuits of the AV-61S902 are cooled by a fan which draws in cool air through a pair of
intakes. The air intakes are located behind the speaker covers on the front of the television and contain air fil-
ters which need periodic cleaning. It is very important the filters be kept clean! If the filters become
clogged, cooling air may not reach the lamp or internal circuits. This could cause the lamp or internal circuits
to overheat and stop functioning. It is recommended the filters be cleaned at least once every three months. If
the television is located in an area where it is exposed to higher levels of dust or other particles in the air,
more frequent cleaning may be necessary.
Follow the steps below to clean the filters. To clean the filters you will need a Phillips head screwdriver and a
vacuum with a hose attachment. Please read all the steps before you begin.
1) Turn the television off.
Press the Power button on the remote control or television’s front panel to turn the television off. Wait until the
picture has closed and the 10 LED lights on the front panel have stopped blinking.
2) Unplug the television.
Disconnect the television’s power cord from the AC outlet. Make sure the 10 LED lights have stopped blinking
before you unplug the television.
3) Remove the speaker panels.
1. Pull
The next step is to remove the speaker panels located at the bottom of
the front of the television cabinet. The top of the speaker panels are held
with Velcro. Make sure the television is unplugged (see steps 1 and
2) before removing the speaker panels.
2. Lift
To remove the panels - Grab the panel from the side near the top.
Gently pull the top away from the television. When the top part of the
speaker panel is fully away from the television, lift up. The panel will
come away from the bottom of the television. Set the panel aside.
Speaker
Panel
Repeat this step for the other panel.
4) Remove the filter cover.
Each air filter is covered by a filter cover. To remove this filter cover you
will need a Phillips head screwdriver. First loosen the screws located at
the four corners of the filter cover. Once the screws have been loosened,
gently push the filter cover up until the large holes are aligned with the
screw heads, then pull away from the television and set aside. Repeat this
step for the other filter cover.
Screws
Filter Cover
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Appendix A
5) Cleaning the filter.
The air filters are now exposed. You may use a vacuum cleaner hose to
remove dirt and dust from the surface of the filter. Do not remove the filters
from the television.
Vacuum
Nozzle
Using a vacuum hose, gently work the nozzle close to the surface of the
filter. Continue vacuuming until the dust and dirt has been removed from
the filter surface. Do not touch the vacuum hose directly to the filter or try
to pick dust off the surface by hand. This could cause the filter surface to
tear.
Filter
6) Reinstall the filter cover.
Place the filter cover over the filter, aligning the large holes over the screw heads. Slide the filter cover down
and tighten the four screws using the screwdriver. Repeat for the other filter cover.
7) Reinstall the speaker covers.
Replace the bottom of the speaker covers first. Insert the two pegs located at the bottom of the cover into the
holes at the bottom lip of the television cabinet. When the pegs are in place, gently press the top part of the
speaker cover against the television to reinstall. Once both speaker covers are back in place you may plug
the television back into the AC power supply and return to normal television viewing.
Caution:
Do not remove the filter. Removing the filter could allow dust to get inside the television and stain the lenses
inside the unit. Remove the left side filter unit only to replace the projection lamp (see Appendix B for
instructions on changing the lamp). Do not use water to clean the filters. Water should not be allowed to get
inside of the television, this will cause a malfunction of the unit.
Should the filters become damaged, call a trained service technician to have them replaced.
Caring for the Cabinet
Normally, light dusting with a soft, non-scratching duster will keep your TV clean.
If you wish to wipe down the television, first unplug it. Then wipe gently with a soft cloth, slightly moistened with
water. You can add a few drops of mild liquid detergent to the water to help remove spots of oily dirt.
DO NOT allow liquid to enter the TV through the ventilation slots.
DO NOT use strong or abrasive cleaners on the TV.
DO NOT spray liquids or cleaners directly on the TV’s surface.
DO NOT rub or scrub the TV harshly. Wipe the set gently with a soft cloth.
Caring for the Screen
The screen of the AV-61S902 is treated with an electrostatic-proof coating. When it gets dirty, wipe it gently
with a soft cloth. If the screen is very dirty, wipe it down with a cloth dipped in a diluted kitchen cleaner and
thoroughly wrung-out. Then wipe immediately after with a clean, dry cloth.
Do not apply alcohol, organic solvents (like acetone), acidic or alkaline cleansers to the screen. These will
remove the coating layer and cause discolorations.
Do not push or hit the screen. This could cause scratches on the screen surface and image distortions.
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Appendix B
Changing the Lamp
WARNING!
It is very important you DO NOT TOUCH THE GLASS SURFACE OF THE NEW LAMP.Touching the glass sur-
face will deposit oils from your hand onto the lamp surface. When the lamp heats up to operating temperature,
the oil will cause a difference in temperature on the lamp surface.This will likely cause the lamp to break.
Replace the lamp with part number PK-CL200U only! The television is designed to work specifically with
this lamp. Using a different lamp, or a third-party manufacturer’s lamp could cause a malfunction and/or
damage to the television.
The AV-61S902 uses a 200 Watt high-pressure mercury lamp to project images onto the television screen. When the
lamp nears the end of its operating life, you may notice the picture becoming dark. When the picture begins to
darken, the lamp burns out, it is time to replace the lamp. The following instructions will tell you how to safely
replace the projection lamp.
WARNING!
Under operating conditions THE LAMP WILL GET EXTREMELY HOT AND WILL CAUSE SEVERE BURNS
IF TOUCHED.
Before attempting to replace the lamp, make sure the television has run through its cooling cycle (indi-
cated by the front panel 10 LED lights) and that the television is unplugged. If you feel any warmth com-
ing from the lamp DO NOT TOUCH IT. Wait until the lamp has fully cooled before attempting to replace it.
NEVER attempt to replace the lamp with the television plugged into a wall outlet. Attempting to replace
a lamp with the television plugged in could lead to a severe electrical shock.
Please read these instructions fully before attempting to replace the lamp. If you feel unsure about
replacing the lamp, call a service technician.
Replacement Lamp Kit
Before replacing the lamp you will need to purchase a replacement kit, part number PK-CL200U. Call 1-800-882-
2345 to order the JVC replacement kit. The replacement kit will include:
1 High-Pressure Mercury Lamp
1 Hex wrench
1 Instruction Manual
The kit will also include instructions on recycling the lamp. Because the lamp contains a small amount
of mercury, it cannot be disposed of with normal trash. Packaging, with a pre-paid shipping label for
returning the lamp to a JVC-authorized recycling center for recycling, is included with the replacement lamp. See
page 63 for recycling information.
Replacing the Lamp
Please read these instructions fully before attempting to replace the lamp. Please observe all safety warnings.
1) Turn the television off.
Press the Power button on the remote control or television’s front panel to turn the television off. Wait until the picture has
closed and the 10 LED lights on the front panel have stopped blinking indicating the lamp cool-down cycle is complete.
Warning: The cool-down cycle cools the lamp from its normal operating temperatures. This does not mean
the lamp will now be cool enough to handle safely. Wait at least one hour before proceeding.
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Appendix B
2) Unplug the television.
Disconnect the television’s power cord from the AC outlet. Make sure the 10 LED lights have stopped blinking
before you unplug the television. Never attempt to replace the lamp with the television plugged in.
3) Remove the left speaker panel.
The next step is to remove the left speaker panel located at the bottom of the front of the television cabinet. The
top of the speaker panels are held with Velcro. Make sure the television is unplugged (see steps 1 and 2)
before removing the speaker panel.
To remove the panel - Grab the panel from the side near the top. Gently pull the top away from the television.
When the top part of the speaker panel is fully away from the television, lift up. The panel will come away from the
bottom of the television. Set the panel aside.
4) Remove the filter cover.
The lamp is located behind the air filter unit. To access the lamp you will need to remove this filter unit and the fil-
ter cover. To remove this filter cover you will need a Phillips head screwdriver. First loosen the screws located at
the four corners of the panel. Once the screws have been loosened, slide the cover up until the large holes align
with the screw heads. Gently pull the panel away from the television and set aside. (Please see Appendix A for
illustrations for removing the speaker panel and filter covers).
Interlock
switch
5) Removing the filter unit.
Next you will need to remove the filter unit. To remove the filter unit, use a
something like a coin to loosen the three large-slotted screws fastening the
filter unit. When the screws have been loosened, slide the filter unit
out to remove it.
Coin etc.
• Do not touch the surface of the filter or try to remove it from the filter unit.
These actions could damage the filter. If the filter is damaged, call a serv
ice technician to replace the filter.
Filter unit
Filter
WARNING: DO NOT attempt to remove the assembly until the lamp has fully cooled
down. If you feel any heat near the lamp unit, STOP the removal and wait until the
lamp has FULLY COOLED.
NEVER attempt to remove the lamp unit with the television plugged into a wall
outlet.
DO NOT DROP the used lamp. The inside of the lamp is under pressure. Dropping or
other hard shock could cause the lamp to shatter.
ALWAYS recycle the used lamp. Because the lamp contains a small amount of mercu-
ry it cannot be thrown out with regular trash. Follow the recycling instructions includ-
ed with the replacement lamp.
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Appendix B
Replacing the Lamp - continued
Please read these instructions fully before attempting to replace the lamp. Please observe all safety warnings.
6) Removing the lamp unit.
Handle
Using the hex wrench included with the replacement lamp, loosen the
two hex screws fastening the lamp unit. Remove the screws and set
aside. When the screws have been removed, remove the lamp by grab-
bing the handle and sliding the unit towards you.
7) Install the new lamp unit
Slide the new lamp unit into the television by holding the handle
attached to the unit. When the new lamp unit is securely installed inside
the television, replace the hex screws using the hex wrench. To ensure
the new lamp unit sits properly inside the television, secure the right
Light-source lamp unit
Hex wrench
hex screw first, then the left. If the lamp unit does not sit securely inside the television, the television will not turn
on.
WARNING!
Remember, it is very important you DO NOT TOUCH THE GLASS SURFACE OF THE NEW LAMP. Please
re-read the warnings on page 61 regarding the new lamp unit.
Replace the lamp with part number PK-CL200U only! The television is designed to work specifically with
this lamp. Lamps other than the PK-CL200U unit may cause malfunctions and/or damage to the television.
The lamp assembly in this product contains mercury. Disposal of the lamp
assembly may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For
information on replacement, disposal or recycling procedures, please
contact JVC Customer Relations at 1-800-252-5722.
THE USED LAMP MUST BE RECYCLED. See page 63 for recycling instructions. To
purchase a replacement kit, please call 1-800-882-2345.
8) Install the filter unit.
Position the filter unit back into its place, being careful not to touch the surface of the filter. Position the three
screws and tighten using an correct-sized coin.
9) Reinstall the filter cover.
Place the filter cover over the filter. Insert the four screws and tighten them using the screwdriver.
10) Reinstall the speaker panel.
Replace the bottom of the speaker panel first. Insert the two pegs located at the bottom of the panel into the
holes at the bottom lip of the television cabinet. When the pegs are in place, gently press the top part of the
speaker panel against the television to reinstall. Once the speaker panel is back in place you may plug the
television back into the AC power supply and return to normal television viewing.
If you have read the installation instructions and do not feel comfortable changing the lamp yourself, please call
for a service technician.
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Appendix B
Warning Messages
If the lamp replacement was successful, the television will operate normally. If there was a problem with the instal-
lation, one of several messages may display on the front panel LED lights.
Lamp installed on a slant or not fully inside the television.
If the lamp unit has been installed into the unit slanted (not flat) or is not fully inserted into the lamp housing
inside the television, when the television is turned on the ON TIMER and POWER light will be flash. The 10 LEDs
will light, then turn off one each five seconds. When all LEDs are off, the television still will not display a picture.
To correct: Reinstall the new lamp unit. Repeat the lamp installation steps, taking care to observe all warnings.
Make sure when the lamp unit is reinstalled, it is inserted into the unit so it sits FLAT inside the unit.
If the ON TIMER light or POWER light is flashing you need to reset the television. Reset the television by unplug-
ging the power cord from the AC outlet and then plugging the cord back into the outlet.
Filter not properly reinstalled.
If the filter unit has not been correctly reinstalled or if the filter has been damaged, the television will not turn on.
When the Power button is pressed the 10 LEDs will turn on, then one will turn off every five seconds. When three
have turned off the television will then enter a cool-down mode and the power will turn off.
To correct: Check to see that the filter has been installed properly. Repeat steps 1 to 5 and 8 to 10. You do not
need to remove and reinstall the lamp. If the television still does not turn on, the filter may have been damaged.
Call a service technician for repair.
If the television does not work properly, or displays a message not listed here, call a technician for service.
Recycling Information
Save the box and packaging from your replacement lamp.
You can use this packaging to return your used projection
lamp for recycling. Please do not throw the used lamp out
with normal trash. A pre-paid label is provided for this
purpose. To package your used lamp for shipment, follow
the simple steps below.
1.
1) Collect the box and packaging from the replacement
lamp. Make sure the used projection lamp has fully cooled
before packaging.
3.
2) Carefully wrap the used lamp in the bag which contained
the new projection lamp. Close and secure the bag.
3) Place the bag with the lamp inside the box with the
Pre-Paid
Label
original packaging material. Close and seal the box with
packing tape.
4.
2.
4) Remove the old shipping label. Place the new pre-paid
shipping label on the outside of the box. You may give the
box to any mail carrier or drop it off at your local post office
for shipping.
The lamp assembly in this product contains mercury. Disposal of the lamp
assembly may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For
information on replacement, disposal or recycling procedures, please
contact JVC Customer Relations at 1-800-252-5722.
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Appendix C
LED Display
The front panel of the AV-61S902 features ten LED lights located under the television screen. These lights are
used to display information about the operation of your television.
Starting Up
The projection lamp of the AV-61S902 requires time to warm up to its proper operating temperature. This
warm up period should take about one minute. The warm up time remaining will be displayed on the front
panel lights.
When the power is turned on, all ten lights will be lit. As the television warms up, lights will begin to go out
about one every five seconds.
5 Seconds Later
20 Seconds Later
Power On
10 Seconds Later
30 Seconds Later
60 Seconds Later
Shutting Down
When the television is shut off, a fan will continue to run for a period of time to cool the projection lamp. It is
important that the fan be allowed to run and the television not unplugged or restarted during this cool down
time. The front panel lights will display the following pattern:
The lights will continue displaying this pattern until the projection lamp has sufficiently cooled. Cool-down time
should be about one minute.
Lamp Usage
The front panel lights can also be used to show how many hours the projection lamp has been in use. It is
important to keep track of the lamp usage hours so you can order a replacement before the life cycle of the
current lamp ends. To check the projection lamp usage time, press and hold the MENU and VOLUME+ buttons
on the remote control. With these buttons held, press the POWER button. The LED lights will begin to flash.
These flashes will display the time the lamp has been used. For example:
1
Off one second
9
Off one second
9
Off one second
Off five seconds
9
Off one second
3
Off one second
9
This display means the lamp has been used for 1999 hours and 30 minutes (1+9+9+9+3+0).
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Limited Warranty
JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA warrants this product and all parts thereof, except as set forth below ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AT
RETAIL to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP from the date of original retail purchase for the period shown below.
(“The Warranty Period”)
6 Months or
2000 Hours*
LABOR 1 YEAR
PARTS 1 YEAR
LAMP
* whichever comes first.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE FIFTY (50) UNITED STATES, THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND COMMONWEALTH OF
PUERTO RICO.
WHAT WE WILL DO:
If this product is found to be defective within the warranty period, JVC will repair or replace defective parts at no charge to the original owner.
Such repair and replacement services shall be rendered during regular business hours by JVC authorized service centers. Parts used for
replacement are warranted only for the remainder of this Warranty Period. Televisions with a screen size of 25 inches and larger are covered on
an in-home basis.
WHAT YOU MUST DO FOR WARRANTY SERVICE:
Either contact the selling dealer (retailer) or call 1-800-252-5722 to arrange In-home service. In-home service will require clear access to the
Television by the service technician.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED:
This limited warranty provided by JVC does not cover:
1. Products which have been subject to abuse, accident, alteration, modification, tampering, negligence, misuse, faulty installation, lack of reason-
able care, or if repaired or serviced by anyone other than a service facility authorized by JVC to render such service, or if affixed to any attach-
ment not provided with the products, or if the model or serial number has been altered, tampered with, defaced or removed.
2. Initial installation, installation and removal from "built-in" entertainment centers and other mounting systems.
3. Operational adjustments covered in the Owner’s Manual, normal maintenance, including head cleaning.
4. Damage that occurs in shipment, due to an act of God, and cosmetic damage.
5. Signal reception problems and failures due to line power surge.
6. Products used for commercial purposes (including but not limited to rental).
*7. Lamp is covered for 6 months or 2000 hours from date of purchase (whichever comes first). Labor to replace lamp is not included upon
expiration of the lamp warranty period.
8. Accessories.
9. Batteries (except that Rechargeable Batteries are covered for 90 days from date of purchase).
There are no express warranties except as listed above.
THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILTY, IS LIMITED TO THE
DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN.
JVC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES, WHETHER DIRECT,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGE TO TAPES, RECORDS OR DISCS) RESULTING FROM THE
USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING
THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET
FORTH ABOVE.
Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long the warranty lasts, so these
exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary state to
state.
JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA
1700 Valley Road
DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.
Wayne, New Jersey 07470
REFURBISHED PRODUCTS CARRY A SEPARATE WARRANTY. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY. FOR DETAILS OF
REFURBISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY, PLEASE REFER TO THE REFURBISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATION
PACKAGED WITH EACH REFURBISHED PRODUCT.
For customer use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located either on the rear, bottom or side of the cabinet.
Retain this information for future reference.
Model No.:
Serial No.:
Purchase Date:
Name Of Dealer:
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Authorized Service Centers
QUALITY
SERVICE
HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER
TOLL FREE: 1 (800) 252-5722
Dear Customer,
In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase, please read the instruction booklet before operating
the unit. In the event that repairs are necessary, call our Customer Relations Department at 1-800-252-5722 or
visit our website at www.JVC.com
Remember to retain your Bill of Sale for Warranty Service.
Don’t service the television yourself
Caution
To prevent electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Please refer to
qualified service personnel for repairs.
Accessories
To purchase accessories for your JVC product, please call toll free:1 (800)882-2345 or on the web at
For service in Canada
To locate your local JVC service center or dealer in Canada please call:
In Eastern Canada:
1 (416)293-1311
In Western Canada:
1 (604)270-1311
En Français (Montréal):
1 (514)871-1311
Or visit us on the web at www.JVC.ca
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Specifications
MODEL
AV-61S902
Type
D-ILA Hologram Device Projection Television
Reception Format
NTSC, BTSC System (Multi-Channel Sound)
1080i DTV digital broadcast ready
Reception Range
VHF 2 to 13, UHF 14 to 69 Sub Mid, Super, Hyper and Ultra bands
(181 channel frequency synthesizer system)
Power Source
Power Consumption
Projection Source
Screen Size
AC 120V, 60 Hz
430W
200W Ultra High-Pressure Mercury Lamp
61 inch / 155 cm measured diagonally, 16:9 ratio
Dolby Pro Logic Surround, Dolby 3-D Phonic and DAP
10 cm round x 2 Full Range + 16 cm round x 2 Subwoofers
Full Range - 10W x 2 • Subwoofers - 15W x 2 (50W total)
75 ohms (VHF/UHF) (F-type connector)
Sound
Speakers
Audio Output
Antenna Terminal
External Input Jacks
Video: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Audio: 500mVrms (–4dBs) high impedance
Component Input
Jacks
Y: 1Vp-p positive, 75 ohms (negative sync provided)
PB/PR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
S-Video Input
Jacks
Y: 1Vp-p positive, 75 ohms (negative sync provided)
C: 0.286 Vp-p (burst signal), 75 ohms
AV Compu Link EX
Jack
3.5 mm mini jack x 1
DVI 25 pin
Digital-In
• The Digital-In terminal is not compatible with the picture signal of a personal
computer.
1
3
7
4
8
8
Dimensions (In)
WxHxD (cm)
57 / x 59 / x 24 / (145.1 x 150.8 x 62.9)
Weight (lbs / kg)
258 (lbs) / 117 (kg)
Accessories
Illuminated remote control unit / AA batteries x 2
Specifications subject to change without notice.
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JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA
Division of JVC Americas Corp.
1700 Valley Road
JVC CANADA, INC.
21 Finchdene Square
Scarborough, Ontario
Canada, M1X 1A7
Wayne, New Jersey, 07470
LCT0942-001A
0101-TN-CR-IWAI
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