JVC AV 32020 User Manual

For Models:  
AV-36050  
AV-36020  
AV-32050  
AV-32020  
AV-32015  
AV-27050  
Color Television  
User’s Guide  
Illustration of AV-32050 and RM-C341  
IMPORTANT NOTE TO THE CUSTOMER:  
In the spaces below, enter the model and serial number  
for your television (located on 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  
Model Number  
6 If an outside antenna is connected to the TV set, be sure the  
antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection  
against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810  
of the National Electrical Code provides information with respect  
to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure,  
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size  
of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit,  
connection requirements for the grounding electrode.  
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 period  
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.  
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.  
SERVICE  
15 Unplug this TV set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to  
qualied 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 perfor-  
mance — 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 personnel.  
— Never cover the openings with a cloth or other material.  
— Never place the TV set near or over a radiator or heat registe.r  
9 To avoid personal injury:  
17 When replacement parts are required, have the service  
technician 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  
prevent 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.  
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.  
— Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresh-  
olds or deep pile carpets.  
Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer’s  
instructions, and should use a mounting kit approved by  
the manufacturer.  
19 When a TV set reaches the end of its useful life, improper  
disposal could result in a picture tube implosion. Ask a  
qualied service technician to dispose of the TV set.  
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20 Note to CATV system installer.  
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.  
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s  
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides  
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.  
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.  
WELCOME!  
Congratulations on your new television purchase! We thank you for choosing JVC.  
We know you are anxious to start watching your new television, but before you operate it,  
please read this guide and then keep it handy for future reference. After all, you just bought a  
great TV with a lot of terrific features, you should know what each feature is and how to use it  
properly!  
Please note as you read through this guide, that there are illustrations of select models for  
your reference. There are several models in this guide and therefore each illustration will not be of  
the model you own. Just be sure to look for the similar feature on your TV.  
Again, congratulations and thank you for choosing JVC! Enjoy!  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
Sound Adjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23  
CONNECTIONS  
Bass  
Connections Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5  
Treble  
Front Panel Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5  
Balance  
Rear Panel Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6  
MTS (Multi-channel Stereo Sound)  
Cable & VCR Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6  
Some Sound Advice  
Connecting to a Camcorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
Clock/Timers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
Connecting to an External Amplifier . . . . . . . . . 8  
On/Off Timer  
Connecting to JVC AV Compu Link  
Initial Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Capable Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9  
TV Speaker  
Audio Out  
Closed Caption  
GETTING STARTED  
Remote Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10  
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
BUTTON FUNCTIONS  
Adjusting Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
Changing Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
Setting the CATV and VCR codes . . . . . . . . . 12  
Menu Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Video Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Sleep Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Hyper Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
TV/Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
100+ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
VCR Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
Muting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
Return+. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
Number Buttons (10 Key Pad) . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
PIP On/Move . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Freeze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Swap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Channel -/+ for PIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
MENU FUNCTIONS  
Symbols Used in this Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
Onscreen Menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
Plug In Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  
Language  
Auto Tuner Setup  
Set Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Finish  
Initial Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
Channel Summary  
Channel Guard-Lock  
V-Chip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
Set Lock Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
Picture Adjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
Tint  
Color  
Picture  
Bright  
Detail  
Noise Muting  
Set Video Status  
APPENDICES  
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
Authorized Service Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31  
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
C O N N E C T I O N S 5  
CONNECTIONS CHECKLIST — READ ME FIRST!  
The Connections Checklist section of this guide is a list of ideas to keep in mind when you set out  
to perform your connections. It is designed to help us not-so-technically-advanced individuals. If  
you read this section, and can’t identify the plugs, connectors, and components you have, do not  
be afraid to seek help.  
RF Connectors  
1) Refer to the connection instructions in the user’s  
guide for each component you plan to connect.  
They will provide more detailed information about  
their products, and they will tell you what plugs and  
cables are required.  
2) Most A/V input jacks and plugs are color coded:  
• Yellow plugs are Video connections  
• Red plugs are for Right Audio connections  
• White plugs are Left Audio (Mono) connections  
S-Video Plug  
3) Perform one hookup at a time.  
If you have many accessories to connect, make sure  
each connection is correct by checking to see that it  
works properly before attempting the next connection.  
(For example, always start with the RF or Cable  
connections, make sure it works, then move on to  
video or VCR connections.)  
A/V Input Plug  
4) Unplug the power cord between each connection.  
5) Each jack on the back of the TV is labeled. If you  
read these instructions and still do not fully  
understand the connections process, seek  
assistance.  
AV Compu Link Cable  
6) The AV Compu Link Cable is supplied with the  
JVC device which you want to connect. If you do  
not have one, but you do have a JVC Compu Link  
capable VCR or HiFi, contact your local JVC dealer.  
FRONT PANEL DIAGRAMS  
FRONT PANEL DIAGRAM  
AV-36020 • AV-32050  
AV-32020 • AV-32015  
AV-27050  
FRONT PANEL DIAGRAM  
AV-36050  
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REAR PANEL DIAGRAMS  
REAR PANEL DIAGRAM  
AV-36050 • AV-32050 • AV-27050  
AV-36020 • AV-32020  
REAR PANEL DIAGRAM  
AV-32015  
(The rear panels for the above modes are nearly  
identical. The only difference between them is a small  
difference in the size of RF panels.)  
CABLE & VCR CONNECTIONS  
There are three basic types of antenna or cable hookups. For VCR hookup only, see the Quick Setup Guide.  
1) If you have an antenna, or a cable TV system that does not require you to use a cable box to tune the  
channels, use Diagram#1.  
2) If you have a cable system that requires you to use a cable box to access allchannels, use Diagram #2.  
3) If you have a cable system that requires you to use a cable box to access certainpremium  
channels, but not regular basic channels, use Diagram # 3.  
For information on working Picture in Picture (PIP), please see the PIP section on page 28  
#1  
1) Connect cable or antenna RF wire out from the wall, in to the splitter RF input.  
2) Connect RF wire Out from the splitter RF output, in to the VCR RF input.  
3) Connect RF wire Out from the splitter RF output, in to the TV VHF/UHF input.  
4) Connect yellow video cable out from the VCR Video output, in to the TV Video input jack.  
5) Connect white audio cable out from the VCR Left Audio output, in to the TV Left Audio input jack.  
6) Connect red audio cable outfrom the VCR Right Audio output, into the TV Right Audio input jack.  
If your VCR is mono it has only one audio out jack, connect it to TV L/Mono input.  
C O N N E C T I O N S 7  
CABLE & VCR CONNECTIONS CONTINUED  
#2  
1) Connect the cable RF wire out from the wall, in to the cable box input.  
2) Connect RF wire Out from the cable box RF output, in to the VCR RF input.  
3) Connect RF wire Out from the VCR RF output, in to the TV VHF/UHF input.  
4) Connect yellow video cable out from the VCR Video output, in to the TV Video input jack.  
5) Connect white audio cable out from the VCR Left audio output, in to the TV Left Audio input jack.  
6) Connect red audio cable outfrom the VCR Right Audio output, into the TV Right Audio input jack.  
If your VCR is mono it has only one audio out jack, connect it to TV L/Mono input.  
#3  
1) Connec
2) Connect RF Out from splitter RF output, in to cable box RF input.  
3) Connect RF wire Out from cable box RF output, in to VCR RF input.  
4) Connect RF wire Out from splitter RF output, in to TV VHF/UHF input.  
5) Connect yellow video cable out from VCR Video output, in to TV Video input jack.  
6) Connect white audio cable out from VCR Left audio output, in to TV Left Audio input jack.  
7) Connect red audio cable out from VCR Right Audio output, into TV Right Audio input jack.  
If your VCR is mono it has only one audio out jack, connect it to TV L/Mono input.  
8 C O N N E C T I O N S  
CONNECTING TO A CAMCORDER  
Play your home movies back through your TV by connecting your camcorder to the TV’s A/V Inputs.  
1) White audio cable out from camcorder, in to TV Left Audio input jack.  
2) Yellow video cable out from camcorder, in to TV Video input jack.  
3) If you have a stereo model camcorder, connect the Red Audio cable out from the camcorder, in  
to the TV Right Audio input jack.  
TO CONNECT TO S-VHS ACCESSORIES:  
Keep the audio connections the same as for a non-S-VHS VCR or camcorder (above), and use the  
special S-VHS cable that came with the VCR or Camcorder.  
1) S-VHS Plug out from VCR, in to TV’s S-Video input.  
CONNECTING TO AN EXTERNAL AMPLIFIER  
1) White audio cable out from TV Left Audio output jack, in to Amplifier [Left] input.  
2) Red audio cable out from TV Right Audio output jack, in to Amplifier [Right] input.  
NOTE: A) Set the TV Speaker to OFF (page 25), switch the audio output to VARI (page 25), and  
adjust the sound with the TV remote’s VOLUME button.  
C O N N E C T I O N S 9  
CONNECTING TO JVC AV COMPU LINK  
CAPABLE COMPONENTS  
AV Compu Link makes playing video tapes totally automatic. Simply insert a pre-recorded tape* into  
the JVC brand VCR, and the VCR automatically turns on and starts playing. At the same time, the  
VCR sends an AV Compu Link signal to the television telling it to turn on and switch to the correct  
video input.  
NOTE: The AV Compu Link cable may be included with the AV Compu Link capable accessory you  
intend to connect. If it is not, contact an authorized JVC Service Center for Part # EWP 805-012.  
NOTES:  
A) The AV Compu Link cable has a male 3.5 mm (mono) mini plug on each end.  
B) If your JVC brand VCR has A Code/B Code Remote Control Switching (see your VCR instructions),  
using VCR A Code will switch the TV to Video Input 1. If you use Input 1 for Video out from the cable  
box, use Input 2 here. Using B Code will switch the TV to Video Input 2.  
C) To connect a JVC HiFi receiver or amplifier for a completely automated home theater, see the HiFi  
receiver's instructions for detailed hookup diagrams.  
* In order for the VCR to start playback automatically, the recording tabs must be removed from the VHS  
tape. If the tab is in place, automatic switching starts when you push the VCR PLAY button.  
** AV COMPULINK EX is compatible with the following 1998 receivers: RX-664V, RX-665V, RX-774V,  
RX-884V, RX-1024V, and later receiver models.  
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1 G E T T I N G S T A R T E D  
REMOTE CONTROLS  
RM-C341  
AV-36050 • AV-32050  
AV-27050  
RM-C345  
AV-36020 • AV-32020  
RM-C241  
AV-32015  
CHANGING THE BATTERIES  
Be sure to use only size AA batteries.  
Push down or raise the latch on the remote's back  
cover to remove it.  
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Insert the two supplied AA batteries, carefully noting  
the “+” and “–” markings on the batteries and remote  
control. To avoid a short circuit, insert “–” end first.  
RM-C241  
Snap the cover back into place.  
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If the remote control acts erratically, replace the batteries.  
Typical battery life is usually about six months to one year.  
We recommend alkaline batteries for a longer battery life.  
RM-C341/RM-C345 USERS NOTE:  
When you change the batteries, try to complete the task  
within three minutes. If it takes longer than 3 minutes, the  
remote control codes for your VCR and/or Cable box will  
have to be reset (page 12).  
RM-C341 • RM-C345  
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G E T T I N G S T A R T E D  
POWER  
Make sure that the TV/CATV switch is set to TV. Switch to CATV only to operate a cable box.  
Press the POWER button on the remote control or the TV front panel. The On Timer lamp will glow red.  
The first time you turn on the TV, the “Plug In Menu” will appear. You should turn to the Plug In  
Menu section (page 15) now to learn more about this menu.  
To turn the power off, press the POWER button again. The On Timer lamp will go out.  
When the TV is off, the On-Timer lamp remains on while the On/Off Timer function is active, but at  
a reduced brightness.  
ADJUSTING VOLUME  
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CHANGING CHANNELS  
10 key direct access.  
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Press the numbers on the remote’s 10 key pad. For single-digit channel numbers press 0 then the  
number. For channels above 100, press the 100+ button plus the 2-digit number.  
CHANNEL –/+ button (  
).  
2
Press the CHANNEL –/+ button, it will scan the channels in order.  
NOTE: After you operate the Auto Tuner Setup (page 15), all of the blank, or empty, channels will be  
removed from scanning so that there is no noise or channel snow when you scan, only active channels.  
3 Return.  
Press and release the RETURN+ button to return to the previous channel. First, select a channel  
(game #1). Then, select another channel (game #2) with the 10 key pad and push the RETURN+  
button to flip directly back and forth.  
Return+ .  
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Press and hold down the RETURN+ button for three seconds. The message, “RETURN CHANNEL  
PROGRAMMED !” will appear and you can scan as you wish. Press RETURN+ again and you will go  
back to the Return+ channel.  
To cancel a Return+ channel, press and hold down the RETURN+ button for another three seconds  
and the message, “RETURN CHANNEL CANCELLED !” appears.  
Pressing a number key or turning the set off will also cancel a Return+ channel.  
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1 G E T T I N G S T A R T E D  
SETTING THE CATV & VCR CODES  
Many CATV & VCR brands have more than one code. If the first code in the list does not work, try the other  
codes listed. If your CATV box or your VCR do not respond to any of the codes listed for the manufacturer and  
search code function, use the remote control for that accessory to operate it.  
CABLE BOX OR SATELLITE SETUP FOR RM-C341 AND RM-C345  
The remote is programmed with the CATV and Satellite codes for power on and off, 10 key, and channel up  
and down.  
1) Determine the correct code from the “CATV & Satellite Codes” chart below.  
2) Slide the 2-Way Mode Selector Switch to CATV.  
3) Press and hold down the DISPLAY button.  
4) Enter the 3-digit code with the 10 key pad while continuing to hold down the DISPLAY button.  
5) Release the DISPLAY button.  
6) Confirm the operation of the cable box.  
Note : If your cable box or satellite box does not respond to any code on the chart, use the Search  
Codes Function below.  
CATV & Satellite Codes  
CABLE BOXES  
CODES  
DIGITAL  
SATELLITE  
SYSTEMS  
CODES  
CABLE BOXES  
CODES  
Puser  
RCA  
Realistic  
Regal  
032  
061  
032  
ABC  
024  
Archer  
Cableview  
Citizen  
Curtis  
032, 025  
051, 032  
022, 051  
058, 059  
100  
106  
112  
104, 111  
104  
105  
102, 103  
108  
Echostar  
G.E.  
058, 064, 040, 041, 042, 045,  
068  
034  
Gradiente  
Hitachi  
HNS (Hughes)  
Panasonic  
Philips  
Primestar  
RCA  
Sony  
Regency  
Rembrandt  
Samsung  
Scientific Atlanta 057, 058, 059  
SLMark  
Diamond  
Eagle  
Eastern  
GCBrand  
Gemini  
024, 032, 025  
029  
034  
032, 051  
022, 043  
037, 032, 051, 038  
051  
051, 047  
051, 056  
032, 051  
067  
047, 051  
044  
Sprucer  
Stargate  
Telecaption  
Teleview  
Texscan  
Tocom  
106, 109, 110  
107  
General Instrument 065,024, 025, 026, 027, 020,  
021, 022, 057, 023  
101  
102, 103  
Hamlin  
Hitachi  
Jerrold  
040, 041, 042, 045  
049, 024  
065, 024, 025, 026, 027, 020,  
Toshiba  
Uniden  
035, 036, 066  
050  
021, 022, 057, 023  
Toshiba  
Unika  
Universal  
Videoway  
Viewstar  
Zenith  
Macom  
049, 050, 051, 054  
033  
030  
032, 051  
039, 037, 048  
055, 056, 060  
063  
032, 025  
022, 032  
052  
029, 030  
063, 046  
046  
Magnavox  
Memorex  
Movietime  
Oak  
Panasonic  
Paragon  
Philips  
Zenith/Drake  
Satellite  
028, 029, 030, 052, 053, 031,  
069  
Pioneer  
Pulsar  
047, 062  
051, 032  
Search Codes Function :  
1) Slide the 2-Way Mode Selector Switch to CATV.  
2) Press the TV POWER and RETURN+ buttons simultaneously for more than three seconds, then release.  
3) Press TV POWER and check if the accessory responds.  
4) If there was a response, press RETURN+. If there was no response, repeat Step 3 until there is a response. If  
you repeat Step 3 more than 70 times and there is still no response, use the accessory remote.  
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G E T T I N G S T A R T E D  
VCR SETUP FOR RM-C341 AND RM-C345  
The remote is pre-programmed with the VCR codes for power on and power off, play, stop, fast-forward,  
rewind, and channel up and down.  
1) Determine the correct code from the “VCR Codes” chart (below).  
2) Slide the 2-Way Mode Selector Switch to TV.  
3) Press and hold down the DISPLAY button.  
4) Enter the 3-digit code with the 10 key pad while continuing to hold down the DISPLAY button.  
5) Release the DISPLAY button.  
6) Confirm the operation of the VCR.  
When you record a channel, press the PLAY button while continuing to hold down the REC button.  
Note : If your VCR does not respond to any code on the chart, use the Search Codes Function below.  
VCR Codes  
VCRs  
CODES  
VCRs  
Magnavox  
Marantz  
Marta  
Memorex  
MGA  
Minolta  
Mitsubishi  
CODES  
VCRs  
Samsung  
Sansui  
Sanyo  
Scott  
CODES  
Admiral  
035  
027, 032  
031, 023, 024, 086  
003, 004, 005  
037, 060, 062, 033, 089  
003, 026, 020, 052  
063, 067, 091, 071  
059, 060, 062, 067, 038, 040,  
047, 048, 026, 020  
063, 064, 065, 066, 058  
075  
Aiwa  
Akai  
029, 072, 073, 074  
064,  
024, 067  
Audio Dynamic 003, 005  
Bell & Howell  
Broksonic  
Canon  
063, 071  
020, 026  
023, 025  
043  
038, 040, 047, 048, 041, 042  
058, 045  
038, 040, 047, 048, 041, 042,  
078, 090  
047, 027, 062  
003, 004, 005, 000  
024, 023  
028, 021, 035, 064  
026, 020  
023, 024, 021, 022  
024, 058, 045, 063, 003, 004,  
005  
Sears  
Shintom  
Sharp  
Signature 2000  
Singer  
Sony  
SV2000  
Sylvania  
Symphonic  
Tashiro  
CCE  
035, 036, 080, 088  
027, 035  
Citizen  
064  
Multitech  
NEC  
Olympic  
Optimus  
Orion  
Craig  
063, 029, 064  
045, 024, 027  
043, 059, 024  
003, 004, 005  
045  
075  
Curtis Mathes  
Daewoo  
DBX  
Dimensia  
Emerson  
028, 029, 030, 053, 054, 055  
027  
031, 023, 024, 027  
027, 081  
Panasonic  
Penney  
043, 026, 077, 061, 025, 042,  
020, 076  
064  
Tatung  
003, 004, 005  
Fisher  
Funai  
GE  
Go Video  
Goldstar  
Gradiente  
Hitachi  
Instant Replay  
Jensen  
JVC  
063, 066, 067, 065, 071  
027, 026, 020, 000  
033, 045, 024  
037, 051, 049, 050, 089  
064  
083, 084, 081, 000, 001  
023, 045, 058, 027, 081  
024, 023  
Pentax  
Philco  
058, 005, 045  
031, 024, 027, 023, 026, 020,  
043  
031, 023, 024, 086  
023  
045, 058, 023,024, 031, 046,  
059, 060, 033, 087  
021, 022, 023, 024  
033, 024, 063, 036, 067, 040,  
027  
033, 045, 058, 023, 024, 031,  
046, 059, 060, 083, 085, 087  
024, 063, 036, 067, 040, 027  
Teac  
003, 004, 027, 005  
021, 022, 023, 024  
024, 027, 070  
Technics  
Teknika  
Toshiba  
Philips  
Pioneer  
Proscan  
059, 046, 079  
Vector Research 005  
Wards  
Yamaha  
Zenith  
035, 036, 067, 044, 064  
063, 003, 004, 005  
044, 082, 064  
Quasar  
Radio Shack  
003  
000, 001, 002, 003, 004, 005  
003, 004, 064, 005  
027, 064, 058, 065, 066, 063,  
067  
Kenwood  
LXI  
RCA  
Realistic  
Search Codes Function :  
1) Slide the 2-Way Mode Selector Switch to TV.  
2) Press the VCR POWER and RETURN+ buttons simultaneously for more than three seconds, then release.  
3) Press VCR POWER and check if the accessory responds.  
4) If there was a response, press RETURN+. If there was no response, repeat Step 3 until there is a response. If  
you repeat Step 3 more than 80 times and there is still no response, use the accessory remote.  
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1 T H E O N S C R E E N M E N U S  
THE SYMBOLS USED IN THIS GUIDE  
PICTURE ADJUST  
Whenever you see up and down arrows is this  
book, press the MENU UP or MENU DOWN button to:  
PREVIOUS  
TINT  
-------------------------  
• Move vertically in the main menu,  
• Move through a submenu,  
• Move to the next letter, number, or other choice  
in a submenu, or  
• Back up to correct an error, or  
• Channel Up or Down  
COLOR  
PICTURE  
BRIGHT  
DETAIL  
-------------------------  
-------------------------  
-------------------------  
-------------------------  
NEXT PAGE  
SELECT  
OPERATE  
BY  
BY  
EX  
IT  
EXIT BY  
Whenever you see left and right arrows, press the  
MENU LEFT or MENU RIGHT button to:  
PICTURE ADJUST  
PREVIOUS  
• Select the highlighted item, or  
• Select the options in a submenu, or  
• Volume Up or Down  
NOISE MUTING  
SET VIDEO STATUS  
ON OFF  
The “Press Button” means you should press that  
button on the remote control.  
NEXT PAGE  
The “Helping Hand” points to the highlighted or  
selected item in a menu.  
SELECT  
OPERATE  
BY  
BY  
EX  
IT  
EXIT BY  
SOUND ADJUST  
To use the Menu, press the MENU button and then use  
the  
and  
buttons to move around the menu as  
PREVIOUS  
described above. If you continue pressing the MENU  
button, the display will skip to the next menu screen.  
BASS  
-------------------------  
-------------------------  
TREBLE  
BALANCE  
MTS  
-------------------------  
Note1: The menu screens shown in this book are representations  
STEREO SAP MONO  
of the menu screens on your set, not exact replications.  
ON AIR  
Note2: The "V-Chip" feature appears only on 50 series models.  
NEXT PAGE  
Note3: "TV Speaker" and "Audio Out" appear on all but AV-32015.  
SELECT  
OPERATE  
BY  
BY  
EX  
IT  
EXIT BY  
PLUG IN MENU  
LANGUAGE  
AUTO TUNER SETUP  
SET CLOCK  
ENG FRE SPA  
CLOCK/ TIMERS  
PREVIOUS  
SET CLOCK  
ON/ OFF TIMER  
FINISH  
SELECT  
OPERATE  
BY  
BY  
EX  
IT  
EXIT BY  
NEXT PAGE  
The “Plug In Menu” only appears the first time the  
TV is plugged in, or after a power interruption of  
more than 90 seconds.  
SELECT  
OPERATE  
BY  
BY  
EX  
IT  
EXIT BY  
INITIAL SETUP  
PREVIOUS  
INITIAL SETUP  
PREVIOUS  
AUTO TUNER SETUP  
CHANNEL SUMMARY  
V-CHIP  
TV SPEAKER  
AUDIO OUT  
LANGUAGE  
ON OFF  
VARI FIX  
ENG FRE SPA  
SET LOCK CODE  
CLOSED CAPTION  
NEXT PAGE  
NEXT PAGE  
SELECT  
OPERATE  
BY  
BY  
EX  
IT  
SELECT  
OPERATE  
BY  
BY  
EX  
IT  
EXIT BY  
EXIT BY  
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P L U G I N M E N U  
NOTES:  
AUTO TUNER SETUP  
PLUG IN MENU  
During Auto Tuner Setup, the TV will  
automatically scan through all available  
channels and memorize the active ones  
so that when you scan, you do not pick  
up weak or noisy channels.  
The Plug In Menu comes up automati-  
cally when you first turn on the TV after  
plugging it in. The Plug In Menu sets the  
default preferences for you for:  
We recommend  
that you do not  
exit the Plug In  
Menu before  
completing the  
setup so that your  
preferences are  
set right away.  
The Language in which you want the  
onscreen displays to appear.  
The Auto Tuner Setup of channels to  
be included in scan.  
Set the clock to the proper time so  
that your timer functions will work.  
To AUTO TUNER SETUP  
To operate  
If you do exit,  
don’t panic, you  
can set these  
preferences later  
with the regular  
menu.  
TUNER MODE :  
CABLE AIR  
START  
LANGUAGE  
To choose CABLE or AIR  
To move to START  
Your JVC television allows you to  
choose from English, French, or Spanish  
on-screen menus and displays.  
To start programming  
NOW  
PROGRAMMING!  
To LANGUAGE  
LANGUAGE  
ENG  
FRE  
SPA  
48  
To choose the language  
Programming takes approximately  
1 to 2 minutes  
ENGLISH  
FRENCH  
SPANISH  
PROGRAMMING OVER!  
Note: Noise Muting will not work while  
Auto Tuner Setup is working.  
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1 P L U G I N M E N U  
SET CLOCK  
FINISH  
NOTE:  
Once you have set up the items in the  
Plug In Menu you must select Finish.  
The Clock is the heart of all timer  
functions. The clock must be set  
before the timer functions work.  
You must have the  
clock set to  
operate the On/Off  
Timer.  
To FINISH  
To exit  
To SET CLOCK  
To operate  
Note: You can reset the preferences that  
you set here in the Plug In Menu via the  
regular JVC Menu system.  
TIME  
––:–– ––  
START CLOCK  
To set the hour (AM/PM)  
To move to minutes  
To set the minutes  
To move to START CLOCK  
when done with settings  
To start the clock  
THANK YOU !!  
CLOCK — ON/OFF TIMER  
MESSAGE  
If you do not set the clock but  
attempt to use the On/Off Timer, you  
will get the following message:  
SET CLOCK  
PLEASE SET CLOCK FIRST ! !  
TIME  
––:–– ––  
START CLOCK  
To set the hour (AM/PM)  
To move to minutes  
To set the minutes  
To move to START CLOCK  
when done with settings  
To start the clock  
THANK YOU !!  
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I N I T I A L S E T U P 7  
CHANNEL GUARD - LOCK  
CHANNEL SUMMARY  
NOTES:  
You can add or delete channels from  
channel scanning. You can also lock  
out any “unauthorized” viewers from  
one or up to all 125 channels.  
To CHANNEL SUMMARY  
Initial Setup Menu  
items:  
To operate  
• Auto Tuner  
Setup, and  
• Language are  
described in  
detail in the Plug  
In Menu section  
CHNO.  
01  
SCAN  
CH NO. SCAN  
Press the MENU Button  
To CHANNEL SUMMARY  
To operate  
06  
07  
08  
09  
10  
Ö
02  
Ö
Ö
Ö
Ö
03  
04  
Ö
Ö
In the Channel  
Summary:  
Note: Noise Muting will not work while  
you are in the Channel Summary menu  
05  
.
To move up and  
down a column  
(e.g. from channel  
to channel) use the  
CHANNEL-/+ button  
To the Lock column  
SCAN  
The access code zero (0) to  
lock or unlock that channel  
You can manually set channels to scan  
that were too weak to be picked up  
during Auto Tuner Setup. Conversely, if a  
channel was too weak to receive a good  
picture but was picked up anyway, delete  
it by removing the Ö. (If you have not  
performed the Auto Tuner Setup  
Use the CHANNEL -/+ button to go to any  
other channel you want to lock  
To move from item  
to item (e.g. from  
channel number to  
scan to lock) use  
the MENU UP/DOWN  
buttons.  
EXIT when finished  
described on page 15, do so now.)  
CHANNEL GUARD AND V-CHIP  
MESSAGE:  
CHNO.  
01  
SCAN  
CH NO. SCAN  
This message appears when a viewer  
attempts to watch a guarded channel  
or a channel blocked by V-Chip:  
06  
07  
08  
09  
10  
Ö
02  
Ö
Ö
Ö
Ö
03  
THIS CHANNEL IS LOCKED BY  
CHANNEL GUARD.  
PLEASE ENTER LOCK CODE BY  
10 KEY PAD TO UNLOCK IT.  
NO. – – – –  
04  
Ö
Ö
05  
CHANNEL -/+ to select the channel  
To the SCAN column  
To watch a channel you have locked,  
enter the lock code using the 10 key pad.  
If the wrong lock code is entered, this  
message will appear:  
To include or delete from scan  
EXIT when finished  
INVALID LOCK CODE !  
Note: Channels set to scan will be  
marked with an Ö.  
Note: See "Set Lock Code", for more  
information.  
Note: Some cable systems experience  
interference from radio frequencies on  
Cable Channel 95. If you like, you can  
delete this channel from scanning by  
removing the Ö.  
Continued above…  
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1 I N I T I A L S E T U P  
U.S. PARENTAL RATING SYSTEMS  
Programs with the following Ratings  
are appropriate for Children.  
V-CHIP  
NOTE:  
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 receive,  
programs based on content according to  
the guidelines.  
V-Chip is available  
on the following  
models only:  
TVY is Appropriate for All Children.  
Programs are created for very young  
viewers and should be suitable for all  
ages, including children ages 2 - 6.  
• AV-36050  
• AV-32050  
• AV-27050  
TV Y7 is for Older Children.  
Most parents would find such  
programs suitable for children 7 and  
above. There may exist some mild  
fantasy violence or comedic  
When a viewer attempts to watch a  
blocked channel this message appears:  
The V-Chip section  
is 4 pages long.  
If you have another  
model, you can  
skip to page 22 to  
the Picture Adjust  
Section.  
THIS CHANNEL IS LOCKED BY  
CHANNEL GUARD.  
PLEASE ENTER LOCK CODE BY  
10 KEY PAD TO UNLOCK IT.  
NO. – – – –  
violence. Children should be able to  
discern reality from fantasy.  
Programs with the following Ratings  
are appropriate for the entire audience.  
To watch a channel you have locked, enter  
the lock code using the 10 key pad.  
TV G stands for General Audience.  
Most parents would find these  
To set up the TV Parental Guideline  
Ratings…  
programs suitable for all age groups.  
They contain little or no violence, no  
strong language, and little or no  
sexual dialog or situations.  
Press the MENU button  
To V-CHIP  
TV PG Parental Guidance  
Suggested.  
To operate (Lock icon appears)  
Press ZERO to access V-Chip menu  
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.  
V-CHIP ON OFF  
SET TV RATINGS  
SET MOVIE RATINGS  
UNRATED VIEW BLOCK  
FINISH  
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  
To turn V-Chip ON or OFF  
To move to SET TV RATINGS  
TV TV TV TV TV TV  
Y
MA  
14  
PG  
G
Y7  
— — — — — —  
V/ FV — — —  
S
L
D
— — —  
— — —  
— —  
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  
V/FV is for VIOLENCE / FANTASY  
VIOLENCE  
S stands for SEXUAL CONTENT  
L stands for strong LANGUAGE  
D stands for suggestive DIALOG  
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I N I T I A L S E T U P 9  
Directions to Block Viewing:  
Line up the cursor in the column (TV  
PG, TV G, etc.) with the content row  
(V/FV, S, etc.) and press the or to  
move the cursor to the correct location,  
To set up Movie Ratings…  
Press the MENU button  
To V-CHIP  
To operate (Lock icon  
appears)  
and press  
feature on or off. An item is locked if the  
icon appears instead of a “—”.  
or to turn the locking  
Press ZERO to access V-Chip setup  
options  
An example. To block viewers under  
14 from all shows:  
To SET MOVIE RATINGS  
To enter movies menu  
Move the cursor to the top row of that  
column and add a lock icon. Once  
you've put a lock on the top row,  
everything in that column is  
X NC-17R PG-13PG G NR  
— — — — — — —  
automatically locked.  
To the TV 14 Column  
To turn on the lock  
NR - Not Rated.  
This is a film that has no rating. In many  
cases these films were imported from  
other countries. Other NR films may be  
from amateur producers who didn’t  
intend to have their film widely released.  
NR (Not Rated) Programming may  
contain all types of programming  
including chhildren's programming,  
foreign programs, or adult material.  
TV TV TV TV TV TV  
Y
MA  
14  
PG  
G
Y7  
— — — —  
V/ FV —  
S
L
D
Press EXIT when done  
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.  
Note: If you want to change the  
setup, move the cursor to the top  
column and change to "—" and then  
you can select individual categories  
to block.  
PG – Parental Guidance.  
Parental Guideance 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.  
For parents with children under 13,  
they are cautioned that the content of  
movies with this rating is more explicit  
in sexual, language, and violence  
content than PG.  
Special Notes about V-Chip:  
1) Some programs do not have a rating  
signal, therefore, even if you setup V-Chip,  
those programs will not be locked. Parents  
are cautioned to preview the contents of  
these programs or movies.  
2) Canadian Viewers. V-Chip function is  
based on specifications for the US and  
therefore may not work properly in Canada.  
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2 I N I T I A L S E T U P  
R Restricted.  
signal will be in the “Unrated  
Programming” category.  
These films contain material that is  
explicit in nature and is not  
recommended for unsupervised  
children under the age of 17.  
Examples of Unrated programs:  
Emergency Bulletins  
Locally originated programming  
News  
Political Programs  
Public Service Announcements  
Religious Programs  
Sports  
NC-17 No One Under 17.  
These movies are considered what most  
parents would feel is too adult for their  
children to view and can consist of strong  
language, nudity, violence, and  
suggestive and explicit subject matters.  
Weather  
Some Commercials  
X No One under 18.  
Innappropriate for anyone under 18.  
Note: TV programs or movies that do not  
have rating signal will be blocked if the  
Unrated Category is set to LOCK.  
Directions to Block Movie Viewing:  
In order to block viewers from any or all of  
these sorts of contents, press the  
Directions to Block Unrated Programs:  
or to move the cursor to the correct  
You can block programs that are not  
rated.  
location, and press  
locking feature on or off. An item is locked  
if the icon appears instead of a “—”.  
or  
to turn the  
Press the MENU button  
To V-CHIP  
To operate  
To block viewers under X and NC-17  
rated from shows:  
Press ZERO to access V-Chip setup  
options  
To the X Column  
To turn on the lock  
To UNRATED  
X NC-17R PG-13PG G NR  
— — — — — —  
UNRATED VIEW BLOCK  
To View or Block  
To the NC-17 Column  
To turn on the lock  
Press EXIT when done  
X NC-17R PG-13PG G NR  
— — — — —  
Special Notes about V-Chip:  
1) In order for V-Chip settings to take  
effect, V-Chip settings must be turned  
ON in the V-Chip menu (page 18).  
Press EXIT when done  
2) You can automatically unblock all of  
your restrictions by turning V-Chip settings  
OFF in the V-Chip menu (page 18).  
Notes About Unrated Programs:  
Unrated programming refers to any  
programming that does not contain a  
rating signal. Programming on television  
stations which do not broadcast ratings  
3) You can always unblock a restriction by  
re-entering the V-Chip menu and  
removing the lock icon.  
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1
I N I T I A L S E T U P  
Accessing V-Chip Information:  
Note:  
For Childrens programming you can  
block TV-Y and Y programs by  
Pressing “0” when Y is displayed  
during a program. Programming for  
audiences other than children’s  
audiences will not be affected.  
To access Rating information about a  
certain program, press the V-CHIP button  
while viewing that program, this appears:  
PROGRAM IS RATED :  
TV-PG - V  
If you decide you want to block this  
category of viewing, press "0" while the  
above screen is visible, and all programs  
from that category will be locked.  
SET LOCK CODE  
The Lock Code locks and unlocks  
Channel Guard and V-Chip settings.  
Write this four digit number down and  
keep it safe!  
Example 1:  
If you want to set your V-Chip settings to  
block all programming above TV PG:  
Press the MENU button  
To SET LOCK CODE  
To operate  
Press 0 (zero) when TV-PG is  
displayed  
TV TV TV TV TV TV  
MA  
14  
PG  
G
Y7  
Y
— — —  
V/ FV  
S
The padlock icon appears  
L
D
ZERO (the access code is zero)  
LOCK CODE  
0000  
All Programming above TV PG will  
be blocked!  
FINISH  
Example 2:  
To choose the number  
If you want to set your V-Chip settings to  
block all programming above a current  
setting such as TV PG-V (with violence):  
To move to the next place  
Continue to follow these directions for  
all four numbers  
Press 0 (zero) when TV-PG - V is  
displayed  
To FINISH  
To save settings and exit  
TV TV TV TV TV TV  
Y
MA  
14  
PG  
G
Y7  
— — — — — —  
Note: If you forget the Lock Code  
you can set another one this same  
way.  
V/ FV  
S
L
— — —  
— — —  
— —  
Note: After a power interruption you  
D
must reset the lock code.  
All Programming above TV PG with  
Violence will be blocked!  
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2 P I C T U R E A D J U S T  
TINT  
NOISE MUTING  
NOTES:  
Adjust the levels of red and green.  
Inserts a blue screen and eliminates  
noise from channels that are not  
broadcasting or are too weak.  
To exit the Picture  
Adjust menu at  
any time press the  
EXIT button.  
Press the MENU Button  
To TINT  
Press the MENU Button  
To NOISE MUTING  
To turn ON/OFF  
To accentuate green  
To accentuate red  
To move to the next  
Note: Noise Muting will not work  
when you operate the Auto Tuner  
Setup or Channel Summary.  
COLOR  
Adjust both the vividness and subtlety  
of the color.  
SET VIDEO STATUS  
Press the MENU Button  
To COLOR  
Save a set of Picture Settings and  
access later as “Choice”.  
To make colors more vivid  
To subdue colors  
Press the MENU Button  
To SET VIDEO STATUS  
To operate  
To move to the next  
PICTURE  
TINT  
COLOR  
PICTURE  
BRIGHT  
Picture allows you to adjust the  
picture’s range of black and white.  
-------------------------  
-------------------------  
-------------------------  
Press the MENU Button  
To PICTURE  
-------------------------  
DETAIL  
-------------------------  
SAVE AS CHOICE  
To increase contrast  
To decrease contrast  
To move to the next  
To operate the TINT option  
To move to the next option  
Repeat the above steps to set each option.  
BRIGHT  
Adjust the degree of light and dark.  
To SAVE AS CHOICE  
Press the MENU Button  
To BRIGHT  
To save settings and exit  
Note: Access your “Choice” settings  
by pressing the VIDEO STATUS button  
on the remote control.  
To lighten the picture  
To darken the picture  
To move to the next  
DETAIL  
Adjust the level of detail in the picture.  
Press the MENU Button  
To DETAIL  
To make the picture sharper  
To make the picture smoother  
To move to the next  
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3
S O U N D A D J U S T  
BASS  
MTS (Multi-Channel  
Television Sound)  
NOTE:  
The Bass level adjustment feature  
allows you to raise or lower the level of  
lower frequencies in the TV’s sound.  
MTS has no effect  
on normal sound  
broadcasts.  
MTS technology gives you a choice  
among stereo, mono, and Second  
Audio Programs (SAP).  
Press the MENU Button  
To BASS  
Press the MENU Button  
To MTS  
To emphasize bass  
To reduce bass  
To move to next  
Select the mode  
MTS  
STEREO SAP MONO  
TREBLE  
ON AIR  
The Treble level adjustment feature  
allows you to raise or lower the level of  
higher frequencies in the TVs sound.  
(The ON AIR arrow tells you if  
the current signal contains  
Stereo or SAP)  
Press the MENU Button  
To TREBLE  
Note: Keep the TV in STEREO mode  
to get the fullest sound  
quality.  
To increase treble  
To decrease treble  
To move to next  
Note: SAP will allow you to hear an  
alternative soundtrack, if  
available.  
BALANCE  
The Balance adjustment feature  
allows you to center the TV’s sound  
to your needs.  
Note: Choose MONO to reduce  
excess noise in a program or  
channel.  
Press the MENU Button  
To BALANCE  
To shift the speaker balance  
to the right  
To shift the speaker balance  
to the left  
To move to next  
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, it is common for some cable companies to squash the transmission of stereo  
programs to mono because they only have mono equipment. If your TV is connected to a cable  
system, the sound is at the mercy of that cable company — if they broadcast in mono, you receive  
mono sound regardless of the original stereo programming.  
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.  
4
2 C L O C K / T I M E R S  
Note: A Timer Preview window (50  
series only) will appear in the PIP,  
lower right corner of your screen, 7  
seconds before the Timer changes  
the current channel to the timed  
program channel.  
ON/OFF TIMER  
YOU tell the TV to turn on and off.  
Use it as an alarm to wake up, as a  
program reminder, or to simulate that  
you’re home when you’re out of the  
house.  
33  
Press the MENU Button  
To ON/OFF TIMER  
To operate  
ON/OFF TIMER  
ON TIME  
7 : 00 PM  
10 : 00 PM  
02  
OFF TIME  
CHANNEL  
MODE  
Timer activates  
ONCE EVERYDAY  
YES NO  
ON/ OFF TIMER  
33  
4
FINISH  
To set the hour (AM/PM) you  
want the TV to turn on  
To move to minutes  
TIMER  
ACTIVATED  
To set the minutes  
(Preview of ON/OFF  
Timer program)  
To accept ON TIME and to move  
to OFF TIME (set time again)  
To move to CHANNEL  
To select channel  
7 seconds later…  
4
To move to MODE  
Choose ONCE or EVERYDAY  
To YES NO  
Choose YES for on, NO for off  
To FINISH  
Timer activates  
To save settings  
Note: In order for ON/OFF Timer to  
work, the clock must be set. After a  
power interruption the clock will be  
cancelled.  
Note: ON/OFF Timer cannot be set  
to locked or guarded channels.  
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5
I N I T I A L S E T U P  
TV SPEAKER  
CLOSED CAPTION  
You can listen to the TV speakers, or  
if your set is connected to a stereo,  
turn them off to listen to the stereo’s  
speakers.  
NOTE:  
If they are included in a program, you  
can view closed captions or text  
information.  
Regarding the  
operation of the  
Language feature,  
refer to page 15.  
Press the MENU button  
To CLOSED CAPTION  
Press the MENU Button  
To TV SPEAKER  
TV Speaker and  
Audio Out are  
available on  
models:  
To operate  
To turn the speaker ON  
or OFF  
MODE  
:
OFF  
• AV-36050  
• AV-36020  
• AV-32050  
• AV-32020  
• AV-27050  
CAPTION : CC1 CC2 CC3 CC4  
TEXT  
:
T1 T2 T3 T4  
FINISH  
TV SPEAKER  
ON OFF  
EXIT when finished  
To select CAPTION, TEXT or OFF  
To CAPTION or TEXT  
Note: TV Speaker will be cancelled  
after a power interruption.  
To select a caption (CC1 to  
Note: Before you set TV Speaker  
from Off to On, make certain that  
the volume level is low! If the  
volume is high, the sound will be  
extremely loud when you turn it on.  
CC4) or text channel (T1 to T4)  
To accept that selection and  
move to FINISH  
To exit and save settings  
Note: If you turn the Mode to Caption  
or Text, that mode will automatically  
begin once you exit and save the  
settings.  
AUDIO OUT  
Select fixed level or variable level  
audio output signals.  
Press the MENU Button  
To AUDIO OUT  
Note: Captions are usually found on  
CC1 and text on T1. The other caption  
and text channels are workable but are  
for future purposes.  
AUDIO OUT  
VARI  
FIX  
Note: If a black box covers half of the  
screen, Text Mode is on. Select OFF to  
turn it off.  
To VARI or FIX  
Note: Closed captioning may not  
correctly operate when the signal  
received is weak or when you are playing  
a video tape.  
VARI: Adjust the volume of the  
external speaker by using the TV’s  
VOLUME +/– button or remote control.  
FIX: Adjust the volume of the  
external speaker with the audio  
device controls.  
Note: When using external  
amplifiers and speakers, shut off the  
TV Speakers (above).  
6
2 B U T T O N F U N C T I O N S  
MENU  
VIDEO STATUS  
The MENU button allows you to access  
the onscreen menu system. Another  
complete discussion of these buttons  
and the menu system is located on  
page 14.  
The VIDEO STATUS button lets you select  
the “Choice” settings of the Set Video  
Status menu, or reset to factory settings.  
“Standard” resets the picture settings  
to factory standard levels.  
Once you press the menu button, the  
“Choice” consists of the settings that  
you saved in the Set Video Status  
menu, page 22.  
CHANNEL –/+ (  
) and VOLUME –/+  
(
) buttons work to operate the  
menu system.  
“Theater” for a film-like look to video.  
• Press (  
) to move up and down in  
the menu system.  
VIDEO STATUS  
• Press (  
the menu system.  
) to operate a feature in  
CHOICE  
THEATER  
STANDARD  
EXIT  
The EXIT button lets you leave the  
menu system or turn off PIP when you  
press it.  
SLEEP TIMER  
The Sleep Timer will turn off the TV for  
you in case you fall asleep. Program it  
to work in intervals of 15 minutes up to  
180 minutes.  
DISPLAY  
The onscreen display shows the current  
status of timers and inputs.  
SLEEP TIMER  
DISPLAY  
0 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150 165 180  
07  
NOW  
12:20 PM  
OFF  
EVERYDAY  
7:00 PM  
10:00 PM  
SLEEP TIMER  
ON/ OFF TIMER  
ON TIME  
SLEEP TIMER MESSAGE:  
OFF TIME  
20 seconds prior to the automatic  
shut-off, this message will appear:  
The channel or AV input (Ch. 07)  
Current time (12:20 PM)  
GOOD NIGHT ! !  
PUSH SLEEP TIMER BUTTON  
TO EXTEND.  
Sleep Timer minutes remaining (Off)  
On/Off Timer status (Everyday, on at  
You then have 20 seconds to press the  
Sleep Timer button to delay turn off for  
another 15 minutes.  
7:00 PM, off at 10:00 PM)  
Note: Each press of the DISPLAY button  
changes the display mode:  
DISPLAY  
TIME  
CHANNEL  
OFF  
If you select time or channel, the time  
or channel (or video input) will remain  
on the screen.  
2
7
B U T T O N  
F U N C T I O N S  
HYPER SURROUND  
MUTING  
NOTES :  
The MUTING button turns the sound off  
completely when you press it. Press it  
again to restore the volume to the  
previous level.  
Create a deep, 3-dimensional sound  
effect by channeling the sound through  
the TV’s front firing speakers.  
Hyper Surround  
and VCR buttons  
are available on  
the following  
HYPER SURROUND  
models only:  
HYPER SURROUND ON OFF  
• AV-36050  
• AV-36020  
• AV-32050  
• AV-32020  
• AV-27050  
RETURN+  
There are two kinds of Return…  
TV/VIDEO  
TV/VIDEO controls the TV's input mode.  
Return+ — Set a “Return Channel” to  
return to after scanning with CHANNEL -/+.  
You can find  
another discussion  
of Return and  
Return+ on page  
11.  
TV/VIDEO  
RETURN+ and hold for 3 seconds  
TV  
VIDEO-1  
VIDEO-2  
RETURN CHANNEL  
PROGRAMMED !  
Model AV-32015 has one Video input.  
Scan with CHANNEL -/+  
TV  
VIDEO  
RETURN+  
Note: To cancel a Return channel, press  
and hold Return+ for another 3 seconds  
until “RETURN CHANNEL CANCELLED!”  
appears.  
100 +  
The 100+ button lets you access all  
channels above Channel 99.  
To move to Channel 124:  
Return — Return to the last channel  
viewed after moving to another channel  
via the 10 key pad.  
100+  
2 (two)  
4 (four)  
RETURN+  
Move to another channel with  
the 10 key pad.  
VCR BUTTONS  
RETURN+  
RM-C341 and RM-C345 ONLY. This  
remote will control your VCR. You can  
play, rewind and fast-forward, record,  
pause, stop, move channel up and  
down, and power on and off.  
Note: When PIP is on, the RETURN+ button  
function affects only the main screen.  
NUMBER BUTTONS  
10 KEY PAD  
Note: This remote is preset with the  
code 000 to control a JVC VCR. For  
any other brand, you must set up the  
manufacturer's code (page 12.)  
Change channels with the 10 key pad.  
For example, to move to Channel 7:  
0 (zero)  
7 (seven)  
8
2 B U T T O N F U N C T I O N S  
ON/MOVE (Picture in Picture)  
PIP allows you to view two pictures  
simultaneously.  
FREEZE  
NOTES:  
You can freeze the picture in the main  
screen into the PIP window.  
Picture in Picture is  
available on the  
following models  
only:  
FREEZE  
(PIP) ON/MOVE  
Note: When the PIP is off, pressing  
FREEZE takes a snapshot of the main  
screen and puts it into the PIP  
window… great for catching those mail  
order addresses.  
• AV-36050  
• AV-32050  
• AV-27050  
07  
02  
Note: When the PIP is on FREEZE stops  
the PIP picture.  
EXIT to turn PIP off  
SWAP  
You can swap the PIP picture and the  
main picture.  
Note: The PIP channel and main  
screen channel will appear in the  
display momentarily right after you turn  
on PIP. You can leave them up  
permanently by pressing DISPLAY until  
you reach the mode.  
SWAP  
CHANNEL –/+ For PIP  
Change the channel in the PIP window.  
Note: The PIP Screen is 1/9 of the  
CH –/+  
regular screen size.  
Once PIP is turned on, the ON/MOVE  
button operates the Move feature.  
SOURCE  
You can select the source for the PIP  
window.  
You can move the PIP window to any of  
the TV’s four corners.  
SOURCE  
ON/MOVE  
TV  
V-1  
V-2  
PIP NOTES  
50 Series models have 2 Tuner PIP and can see  
two signals at once. This means you can view two  
channels at the same time.  
In order for PIP to work, the TV must be set to "TV  
mode".  
Note: Each press of the On/MOVE  
button will shift the PIP window one  
position.  
If you use your VCR to play a video, the VCR will  
automatically switch your input to VCR mode. In  
VCR mode, the TV sees only one signal, that of  
the VCR. In order to view PIP, you then need to  
press the TV/VCR button on your VCR remote to  
switch back to TV mode.  
Note: When the PIP screen has no  
signal, the PIP window will be blue.  
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T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G  
9
CHECK  
PROBLEMS  
• See if the power cord became unplugged.  
No power  
• Perhaps you have experienced a blown circuit breaker or fuse or a power outage.  
• The antenna could be disconnected.  
No picture or sound  
• The Input mode (TV or video) could not be set properly, refer to page 27.  
• The tuner mode (in the menu selection) could be set improperly, refer to page 15.  
• The station may be having difficulties, check to see if other channels are operating normally.  
• Check that the batteries are still working and properly installed.  
• Make sure there are no objects blocking a clear path from the remote to the TV.  
• Check that the 2-way mode selector switch is in the proper position — set to TV to view television.  
Remote control is  
not operating  
• Maybe you are too far from the TV, you must be within 23 feet (or 7 meters).  
• Make sure the channels are programmed. See Channel Summary, page 17.  
• Perhaps the channel is locked, select it with the 10 key pad and follow instructions.  
You cannot select a  
certain channel  
• Perhaps the On/Off Timer is set, press the power button, check page 24.  
• The power was interrupted or the power cord unplugged.  
• The Sleep Timer may be set, see page 26.  
Power turns off  
• The clock needs to be reset. See page 16.  
The clock is wrong  
PICTURE  
CHECK  
• Tint and color may be improperly adjusted. Check page 22.  
Poor color quality  
• Video Status mode may be set to an inappropriate setting. Check page 22.  
• There could be interference from another energy consuming appliance, such as a computer,  
another TV or VCR. Move any other such appliances farther away from the TV.  
Lines or streaks  
across the screen  
• There could be interference from a running high wattage appliance such as a hair-dryer, vacuum  
cleaner, or neon sign. You will have to move the antenna away from the source of the interfer-  
ence or change it to a coaxial cable which is less prone to interference.  
Spotted picture  
• A building or airplane can reflect the original signal producing a second, delayed one. Adjust  
the antenna position.  
Double picture  
(Ghosts)  
• The antenna may be damaged, disconnected or turned. Check the antenna connection,  
pages 6 to 7. If it is damaged, you will have to replace it.  
Snowy picture/  
Image noise  
• Closed Caption Text Mode is on.  
Screen is 80% black  
CHECK  
SOUND  
• Make sure the MTS mode is properly set. Refer to page 23 for details on setting MTS Modes.  
Bilingual or stereo  
programscan’tbeheard  
• TV Speakers may be turned off in the menu, see page 25.  
No sound from TV  
speakers at all  
DON’T WORRY ABOUT THIS, IT’S NORMAL  
NOT A PROBLEM  
• It is normal to feel a surge of static electricity if you brush over or touch the screen.  
Static electricity  
• It is normal for the TV to emit crackling sounds when turned on or off. Unless the sound or  
picture become abnormal, this is fine.  
Occasional  
crackling sounds  
0
3 L I M I T E D W A R R A N T Y  
For Canadian model televisions, see separate sheets for Warranty/Garantie and  
JVC Authorized Service Centers in Canada.  
JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA warrants this product and all parts thereof, except as set forth below TO THE ORIGINAL  
PURCHASER AT RETAIL to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP from the date of original purchase  
for the period as shown below (the “Warranty Period”). The picture tube is covered for two years.  
Model No.  
Serial No.  
Parts  
Labor  
1 YEAR  
1 YEAR  
This limited warranty is valid only in the fifty (50) United States, The District of Columbia and the Commonwealth of Puerto  
Rico.  
JVC WILL:  
If this product is found to be defective, repair or replace defective parts at no charge to the original owner. Such repairs will  
be made during regular business hours only at JVC authorized service centers. All parts repaired or replaced are warrantied  
for the remainder of this Warranty Period only. All products and parts should be brought to an authorized service center on  
a carry-in basis except for those models with a screen size larger than 25 inches which are covered on an in-home basis.  
YOU MUST:  
• Return your products to a JVC authorized service center with a copy of your bill of sale. For the authorized JVC service  
center nearest you, call toll free (800) 537-5722.  
• If service is not locally available, box the product carefully, preferably in its original container, and ship it, insured, to the  
nearest authorized service center with a copy of the bill of sale and a letter of explanation as to the problem. Call the toll free  
number above for the address.  
WHAT IS NOT COVERED:  
1) Products which have been subject to abuse, accident, alteration, modification, tampering, negligence, misuse, faulty  
installation, lack of reasonable care, or if repaired or serviced by anyone other than a service facility authorized by JVC to  
render such service, or if connected to any attachment not provided with the products, or if the model or serial number has  
been altered, tampered with, or removed;  
2) Initial installation, removal for repair, and reinstallation after repair is not covered;  
3) Operational adjustments covered in the Owner’s manual, normal maintenance, video and audio head cleaning;  
4) Damage that occurs during shipment, due to an act of God, or of consequence to cosmetic changes;  
5) Signal reception problems and failures due to line power surges;  
6) Video Pick-up Tubes/CCD Image Sensor, Cartridge, Stylus (Needle) are covered for 90 days from the date of purchase;  
7) Accessories, and;  
8) Batteries (except for rechargeable batteries which 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 THIS PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE, LOSS 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 WARRANTY 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 may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary  
state to state.  
If you have questions concerning your JVC product, please contact our Customer Relations Department:  
JVC COMPANYOF 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.  
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A U T H O R I Z E D S E R V I C E C E N T E R S 1  
QUALITY  
SERVICE  
HOW TO LOCATEYOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER  
TOLL FREE: 1 (800) 537-5722  
Dear Customer;  
In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase, read the instruction booklet before operating the unit. In the  
event that repair is necessary, or for the address nearest your location, please refer to the factory service center list below  
or within the Continental United States, call 1-800-537-5722 for your authorized servicer. Remember to retain your Bill of  
Sale for Warranty Service.  
— JVC  
JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING  
COMPANY OF AMERICA  
DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.  
FACTORY SERVICE CENTER LOCATIONS  
Dear customer;  
In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase, read this guide before operating the unit, and before calling  
for service make sure you check the Troubleshooting pages at the end of this book. In the event that repair is necessary, or  
for the address nearest you, please refer to the factory service center list below, or within the continental United States, call  
the toll free number above for an authorized service center. Remember to retain your bill of sale for warranty service.  
107 Little Falls Road  
Fairfield, NJ 07004-2105  
(973) 808-9279  
1500 Lakes Parkway  
Lawrenceville, GA 30243-5857  
(404) 339-2522  
705 Enterprise Street  
Aurora, IL 60504-8149  
(630) 851-7855  
5665 Corporate Avenue  
Cypress, CA 90630-0024  
(714) 229-8011  
2969 Mapunapuna Place  
Honolulu, HA 96819-2040  
(808) 833-5828  
10700 Hammerly Suite 110  
Houston, TX 77043  
(713) 935-9331  
13 Cummings Park  
Woburn, MA 01801  
(781) 376-9100  
8192 State Road 84  
Davie, FL 33324  
(954) 472-1960  
890 Dubuque Avenue  
South San Francisco, CA 94080-1804  
(650) 871-2666  
Sophisticated electronic products may require occasional service. Just as quality is a keyword in the engineering and  
production of the wide array of JVC products, service is key to maintaining the high level of performance for which JVC  
is world famous. The JVC service and engineering organization stands behind our products.  
NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS  
JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA  
DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.  
1700 Valley Road  
Wayne, New Jersey 07470  
IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT  
Don’t service it yourself.  
CAUTION  
Pack your JVC unit in the original carton or one of equivalent  
size and strength. Enclose, with the unit, a letter stating the  
problem or symptom that exists and also a copy of the receipt or  
bill of sale you received when you purchased your JVC unit. Print  
your home return address on the outside and inside of the  
carton, Send to the appropriate JVC Factory Service Center as  
listed above.  
To prevent electrical shock, do not open the  
cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside.  
Refer to qualified service personnel.  
ACCESSORIES  
To purchase accessories for your JVC product, you may contact your local JVC Dealer. Or from the  
48 Continental United States call toll free : 1 (800) 882-2345  
S P E C I F I C A T I O N S  
MODEL  
Type  
AV-36050  
AV-32050  
AV-27050  
AV-36020  
AV-32020  
AV-32015  
Color Television  
Reception Format  
Reception Range  
NTSC system, BTSC system (Multichannel Sound)  
VHF 2 to 13, UHF 14 to 69  
Sub Mid, Mid, Super, Hyper and Ultra bands  
(181 channel frequency synthesizer system)  
Power Source  
PowerConsumption  
Screen Size  
AC 120V, 60Hz  
120 W / 1.7 A  
130 W / 1.9 A  
125 W / 1.8 A  
36"/90 cm measured  
diagonally, full square  
36"/90 cm measured  
diagonally, full square  
32"/80 cm measured 27"/68 cm measured  
diagonally, full square diagonally, full square  
32"/80 cm measured diagonally,  
full square  
3W + 3W  
Audio Output  
Speakers  
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3 /16" x 4 /4"  
3 /16" x 4 /4"  
2" x 4 /4"  
2" x 4 /4"  
2" x 4 /4"  
8 x 12 cm oval x 2  
8 x 12 cm oval x 2  
5 x 12 cm oval x 2  
5 x 12 cm oval x 2  
5 x 12 cm oval x 2  
Antenna Terminal  
ExternalInputJacks  
75 ohms (VHF/UHF) terminal (F-type connector)  
Video: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms  
Audio: 500 mVrms (-4 dBs), high impedance  
S-Video Input Jack  
AudioOutputJacks  
AV CompuLink Jack  
Y: 1Vp-p positive, 75 ohms (negative sync provided)  
C: 0.286 Vp-p (burst signal), 75 ohms  
More than 0 to 1550 mVrms (+6 dBs),  
low impedance (400 Hz when modulated 100%)  
3.5 mm mini jack x 1  
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
7
1
3
1
1
1
3
1
7
1
3
30 /4 x 26 /4 x 21 /2 30 /4 x 26 /4 x 21 /2  
76.8 x 66.7 x 54.7cm 76.8 x 66.7 x 54.7cm  
Dimensions (inches)  
(Wx HxD) (cm)  
33 /8 x30 /8 x23 /4 30 /4 x 26 /4 x 21 /2 25 /4 x 23 /8 x 20 /2 33 /8 x30 /8 x 23 /4  
86.0x76.5x 60.3cm 76.8 x 66.7 x 54.7 cm 65.4 x 59.1 x 51.8cm 86.0x76.5x60.3cm  
112.2 (lbs.)  
51.0 (kg.)  
112.2 (lbs.)  
51.0 (kg.)  
Weight (lbs.)  
Weight (kg.)  
149.2 (lbs.)  
67.8 (kg.)  
112.2 (lbs.)  
51.0 (kg.)  
67.8 (lbs.)  
30.8 (kg.)  
149.2 (lbs.)  
67.8 (kg.)  
Remote control x 1 • AA batteries x 2  
Accessories  
Specifications subject to change without notice.  
LCT0307-001A-A  
1298-TN-JII-JIM  

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