JVC CRT Television AV 20420 User Manual

Color Television Users Guide  
For Models:  
AV-20420  
AV-20421  
Illustration of AV-20420 and RM-C205  
Important Note:  
In the spaces below, enter the model and serial number of 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.  
Model Number:  
LCT1386-001A-A  
Serial Number:  
0103-TN-II-IM  
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• As an “ENERGY STAR®” partner, JVC has determined  
that this product or product model meets the  
“ENERGY STAR®” guidelines for energy efficiency.  
Important Safeguards  
CAUTION:  
Please read and retain for your safety.  
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This TV set has been engineered and manufactured to  
assure your personal safety. But improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards.  
In order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated in this TV set, observe the following basic rules for its  
installation, use and servicing. Also follow all warnings and instructions marked on your TV set.  
INSTALLATION  
1 Your TV set is equipped with a polarized AC line plug (one blade of the  
plug is wider than the other). This safety feature allows the plug to fit  
into the power outlet only one way. Should you be unable to insert the  
plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. Should it still fail to fit,  
contact your electrician.  
(POLARIZED-TYPE)  
2 Operate the TV set only from a power source as indicated on the TV set or refer to the operating  
instructions for this information. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your  
TV set dealer or local power company. For battery operation, refer to the operating instructions.  
3 Overloaded AC outlets and extension cords are dangerous, and so are frayed power cords and broken  
plugs. They may result in a shock or fire hazard. Call your service technician for replacement.  
4 Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord, and do not place the TV set where power cord  
is subject to traffic or abuse. This may result in a shock or fire hazard.  
5 Do not use this TV set near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in  
a wet basement, or near swimming pool, etc.  
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.  
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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.  
ANTENNA  
LEAD IN  
WIRE  
GROUND  
CLAMP  
ANTENNA  
DISCHARGE UNIT  
(NEC SECTION 810-20)  
ELECTRICAL  
SERVICE  
EQUIPMENT  
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS  
(NEC SECTION 810-21)  
GROUND CLAMPS  
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA  
GROUNDING AS PER  
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL  
CODE  
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING  
ELECTRODE SYSTEM  
(NEC ARTICLE 250, PART H)  
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE  
8 TV sets are provided with ventilation openings in the cabinet to allow heat generated during operation to  
be released.  
Therefore:  
— 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.  
— 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:  
— 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 thresholds or deep pile carpets.  
— Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting kit  
approved by the manufacturer.  
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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PORTABLE CART WARNING (Symbol provided by RETAC)  
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.  
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 adjustment 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.  
E. If the TV set has been dropped or damaged in any way.  
F. When the TV set exhibits a distinct change in performance — this indicates a need for service.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
19 When a TV set reaches the end of its useful life, improper disposal could result in a picture tube  
implosion. Ask a qualified service technician to dispose of the TV set.  
20 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  
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.  
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Table of Contents  
Quick Setup . . . . . . . . . . . 7  
Initial Setup . . . . . . . . . . 33  
Unpacking your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . 7  
TV Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
TV Remote Controls . . . . . . . . . . . 9  
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10  
The Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . 10  
Connecting Your Devices . . . . . . . . 11  
Auto Tuner Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  
Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33  
Closed Caption . . . . . . . . . . . 33  
Background . . . . . . . . . . . . 34  
Button Functions . . . . . . . 35  
Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35  
Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35  
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35  
Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35  
Video Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
Sleep Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
Muting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
VCR Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
Return + . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37  
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37  
Number Buttons - 10key Pad . . . . . . 37  
Channel +/– . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37  
Volume +/– . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37  
100+ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37  
Onscreen Menus . . . . . . . . 16  
Using the Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Initial Setup . . . . . . . . . . 17  
Auto Tuner Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
Channel Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
V-Chip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
Set Lock Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Picture Adjust . . . . . . . . . 27  
Picture Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
Adjust Picture Settings . . . . . . . . . 27  
Noise Muting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
Set Video Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Appendices . . . . . . . . . . 38  
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38  
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39  
Authorized Service Centers . . . . . . . 41  
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42  
Note . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43  
Sound Adjust . . . . . . . . . 29  
Sound Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
Adjust Sound Settings . . . . . . . . . 29  
MTS (Multi-channel Sound) . . . . . . . 29  
TV Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
Clock Timers . . . . . . . . . . 31  
Set Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31  
On/Off Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
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Quick Setup  
Unpacking Your TV  
Thank you for your purchase of a JVC Color Television. Before you begin setting up your new  
television, please check to make sure you have all of the following items. In addition to this  
guide, your television box should include:  
Two AA  
Batteries  
1 Remote Control  
1 Television  
 
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Once you have unpacked your television, the next step is to connect it to your antenna/  
cable or satellite system and to connect the audio/video devices you want to use with your  
television. To make these connections you will use plugs like the ones illustrated below.  
Coaxial Cables  
Component Cables  
Composite Cables  
Audio Cables  
Used to connect an  
external antenna or  
cable TV system to  
Used to connect  
your TV.  
audio/video devices  
like VCRs, DVD players,  
stereo amplifiers, game  
consoles, etc.  
We recommend that before you start using your new television, you read your entire User’s  
Guide so you can learn about your new television’s many great features. If you’re anxious to  
start using your television right away, a quick setup guide follows on the next few pages.  
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Quick Setup  
TV Models  
NOTE: Before you connect your television to another device, please refer to the proper  
diagrams for your specific TV and remote. These will help assist you in understanding  
how to connect your television to another device, as well as use the remote to set up  
your television.  
Rear Panel Diagram  
MODELS:  
AV-20420  
AV-20421  
 
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Quick Setup  
TV Remote Controls  
 
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• For information on remote control buttons, see pages 35 - 37.  
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Quick Setup  
Getting Started  
Getting Started  
These quick setup pages will provide you, in three easy steps, with the basic information you  
need to begin using your new television right away.  
If you have questions, or for more detailed information on any of these steps, please consult  
other sections of this manual.  
Step 1 – The Remote Control  
Before you can operate your remote control, you first need to install the batteries (included).  
Raise the latch on the remote's back cover to remove. Insert two batteries carefully noting the  
“+” and “–” markings, placing the “–” end in the unit first. Snap the cover back into place.  
Key Feature Buttons  
 
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The four key feature buttons at the center of the remote  
can be used for basic operation of the television. The  
top and bottom buttons will scan forward and back  
through the available channels. To move rapidly through  
the channels using JVC’s Hyperscan feature, press  
and hold CH+ or CH–. The channels will zip by at a rate  
of five channels per second. The right and left buttons  
will turn the volume up or down. These buttons are  
also marked with four arrows and are used with JVC’s  
onscreen menu system. To use the onscreen menus,  
press the MENU button.  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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control RM-C205  
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Quick Setup  
Connections  
Basic Operation  
 
Turn the television on and off by pressing the POWER button at the top right corner  
of the remote.  
 
Step 2 – Connecting Your Devices  
Please follow the flow chart below to determine which connection setup is right for you. Then,  
refer to the appropriate diagrams to connect your television to other devices that you may  
have. After you are finished connecting your devices, plug the power cord into the nearest  
power outlet and turn on the TV.  
A VCR is not necessary for operation of the television. If you follow these diagrams and the  
television does not work properly, contact your local cable operator.  
To connect a DVD player, see Diagram #3. A DVD player is optional.  
• If you have a satellite television system, please refer to the satellite TV manual.  
 
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Quick Setup  
Connections  
Diagram #1  
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• If you do not have a cable box, connect the cable wire from the wall outlet into the back of  
the TV.  
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• If your VCR is a mono sound unit, it will have only one audio out jack. Connect it to the TV’s  
LEFT AUDIO INPUT.  
Your VCR must be turned on to view premium cable channels.  
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Quick Setup  
Connections  
Notes:  
• Green, blue and red are the most common colors for DVD cables. Some models may vary  
colors. Please consult the user’s manual for your DVD player for more information.  
• Progressive DVD players (players with an output scan of 31.5 KHz) will not work properly  
with this television. Set your DVD player’s output to “interlaced”, or non-progressive mode.  
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1) Connect a white composite cable from the LEFT AUDIO OUTPUT on the back of the TV to  
the LEFT AUDIO INPUT on the amplifier.  
2) Connect a red composite cable from the RIGHT AUDIO OUTPUT on the back of the TV to  
the RIGHT AUDIO INPUT on the amplifier.  
Notes:  
• Refer to your amplifier’s manual for more information.  
You can use AUDIO OUTPUT for your home theater system.  
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Quick Setup  
Connections  
Connecting to a Camcorder  
You may connect a camcorder, game console or other equipment to your television by using  
the front input jacks. You can also connect these using the television’s rear input jacks,  
using the same instructions.  
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1) Connect a yellow composite cable from the camcorder VIDEO OUT, into the VIDEO IN on  
the front of the TV.  
2) Connect a white composite cable from the camcorder LEFT AUDIO OUT, into the  
LEFT AUDIO IN on the front of the TV.  
3) Connect a red composite cable from the camcorder RIGHT AUDIO OUT, into the  
RIGHT AUDIO IN on the front of the TV.  
Note:  
• If your camcorder is a mono sound model it will have only one AUDIO OUT. Connect it to  
the LEFT AUDIO IN.  
Headphone Connection  
You can connect a pair of headphones to the television using the headphone jack located on  
the front of the TV.  
1) Plug a headphone jack into the headphone jack on the television’s front panel.  
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Quick Setup  
Auto Tuner Setup  
Step 3 – Auto Tuner Setup  
JVC’s onscreen menu system lets you set your television up to meet your own personal viewing  
preferences. The menu screens and their features are discussed in detail in this book. The  
menu settings are optional, you can set as many or as few of them as you wish. But to begin  
watching your television right away you will need to run the Auto Tuner Setup. This lets your  
television learn the channels it is able to receive. To run the Auto Tuner Setup follow the steps  
below.  
Press the Menu button on the remote control.  
Press the πbuttons to move to AUTO TUNER SETUP  
Press the √® buttons to begin AUTO TUNER SETUP  
TUNER MODE  
:
CABLE AIR  
START  
√®  
To choose CABLE (if you are connected to a cable system) or AIR (if you use an  
antenna)  
π†  
To move to START  
√®  
To start Auto Tuner Setup  
The Auto Tuner will now memorize all of the clear, active channels your television can receive.  
This will take one or two minutes.  
NOW  
PROGRAMMING !  
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When the setup is finished, PROGRAMMING OVER ! is displayed. Your quick setup is now  
complete. You can now begin watching your television, or you can continue on in this guide  
for more information on programming your remote control, or using the JVC onscreen menu  
system to customize your television viewing experience.  
Cable Box and Satellite Users: After your auto tuner setup is complete, you may, (depending  
on the type of hookup), have only 1 channel, usually 3 or 4 in the auto tuner memory. This is  
normal.  
The Quick Setup is complete  
STOP  
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Onscreen Menus  
Using the Guide  
Certain symbols are used throughout this guide to help you learn about the features of your  
new television. The ones you will see most frequently are:  
π† Up and Down arrows mean press the CH+ or CHbuttons. Pressing the CH+ or CH–  
buttons let you:  
• Move vertically in a main menu screen  
• Move through a submenu screen  
• Move to the next letter, number, or other choice in a submenu  
• Back up to correct an error  
• Scan through TV channels (when not in a menu screen)  
√® Left and right arrows mean press the VOLUME+ or VOLUMEbuttons to move left or right  
to:  
• Select a highlighted menu item  
• Select an item in a submenu  
• Select numbers in certain menu options  
Turn the volume up or down (when not in a menu screen)  
The “press button” icon means you should press the button named on your remote  
control. (Button names appear in SMALL CAPITAL LETTERS.)  
To bring up the onscreen menu, press the MENU button on the remote control. The item that  
appears in yellow is the one currently selected.  
 
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• Menus shown in this book are illustrations, not exact replications of the television’s onscreen  
displays.  
• If you do not press any buttons for a few seconds, the onscreen menu will automatically  
shut off.  
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Initial Setup  
Auto Tuner Setup  
If you have already run the Auto Tuner as part of the quick setup earlier in this guide, please  
skip ahead to “Channel Summary” to continue setting up your television.  
In Auto Tuner Setup, the TV automatically scans through all available channels, memorizing  
the active ones and skipping over blank ones or channels with weak signals. This means when  
you scan (using the CHANNEL +/– buttons) you will receive only clear, active channels.  
Press the MENU button  
NOW  
PROGRAMMING !  
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To AUTO TUNER SETUP  
To operate  
To choose CABLE or AIR  
To move to START  
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Programming will take approximately  
1 to 2 minutes.  
To start Auto Tuner Setup  
PROGRAMMING OVER!  
• Noise Muting will not work during Auto Tuner Setup.  
Note:  
• Some cable systems experience interference from radio frequencies on cable Channel 95.  
You may delete this channel from your scan by removing the “X” next to it on the Channel  
Summary screen shown on the next page.  
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Initial Setup  
Channel Summary  
Channel Summary allows you to customize the line-up of channels received by your TV.  
You can add or delete channels from the line-up or prevent any unauthorized viewers from  
watching any or all 181 channels.  
Press the MENU button  
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The Channel Summary screen (right) will now be  
displayed with the channels set to scan marked  
with an “X”. You can delete channels from the  
scan by removing the “X”. If any channels were  
missed during Auto Tuner Setup and you wish to  
add them, you may by placing an “X” next to the  
channel number.  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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You can block access to a channel by activating the Channel Lock.  
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To operate  
To the Lock Column  
ZERO to lock or unlock that channel  
EXIT when finished  
Channel Guard Message  
When a viewer attempts to watch a guarded channel, the following message appears:  
To watch a channel that you have locked, enter  
the Lock Code using the 10 key pad.  
If the wrong code is entered, the message  
“INVALID LOCK CODE!” will flash on the screen:  
THIS CHANNEL IS LOCKED BY  
CHANNEL GUARD.  
PLEASE ENTER LOCK CODE BY  
10 KEY PAD TO UNLOCK IT.  
NO. - - - -  
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.  
• See also “Set Lock Code”, page 26.  
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Initial Setup  
V-Chip  
Your TV is equipped with V-Chip technology which enables TV Parental Guidelines (for United  
States and Canada) 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. When a viewer  
attempts to watch a blocked channel, this message appears:  
The channel will remain blocked until the correct  
THIS PROGRAMMING EXCEEDS  
lock code is entered (see page 26 for information  
on setting your lock code). You can customize the  
YOUR RATING LIMITS.  
PLEASE ENTER LOCK CODE BY  
10 KEY PAD TO UNLOCK IT.  
NO. - - - -  
V-Chip settings of your television to match your  
personal tastes. The V-Chip menu below is the  
starting point for your V-Chip settings.  
You can use US V-Chip settings (for programming  
broadcast from the United States), Canadian  
V-Chip settings (for programming broadcast from  
Canada), and movie ratings. You may use any or all of  
the settings (US V-Chip, Canada V-Chip, Movie ratings).  
Descriptions for setting each of the three V-Chip  
formats appear in the next seven pages  
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To access the rating categories:  
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To V-CHIP  
To operate (Lock icon  
will appear)  
Press ZERO to access the V-Chip menu  
√®  
π†  
To turn V-Chip ON or OFF (V-Chip must be turned ON for rating settings to operate)  
To move to SET US TV RATINGS, SET MOVIE RATINGS, or  
SET CANADIAN RATINGS, (see following pages for descriptions of each item).  
Special Note about Ratings  
Some programs are not broadcast with 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.  
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Initial Setup  
US V-Chip Ratings  
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. These programs  
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 the ratings categories explained above, information on specific kinds of  
content are also supplied with the V-Chip rating. These types of content may also be  
blocked. The content types are:  
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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Initial Setup  
Setting US V-Chip Ratings  
Press the MENU button  
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√®  
To V-CHIP  
To operate (lock icon  
appears)  
Press ZERO to access the V-Chip menu  
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√®  
π†  
√®  
To turn V-Chip ON or OFF  
To move to SET US TV RATINGS  
To operate  
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Directions to set US V-Chip Ratings  
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. Press or to turn the  
locking feature on or off. An item is locked if the icon appears instead of a “—”.  
π
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For example. To block viewing of all TV 14 shows, 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 automatically locked.  
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π†  
√®  
π†  
√®  
To the TV 14 Column  
To turn on the lock  
�  
To FINISH  
To save settings and exit  
Press the Exit button when finished  
 
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Note:  
• If you want to change the setup, move the cursor to the top column and change the lock  
icon to “—” by pressing or again. You may then select individual categories to block.  
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Initial Setup  
Setting Ratings with the V-Chip Button  
To access Rating information about a certain program, press the V-CHIP button while viewing  
that program. A display like this will appear:  
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 blocked.  
Example 1:  
If you want to set your V-Chip settings to block all programming above TV PG:  
Press ZERO when TV-PG is displayed  
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All Programming above TV PG will be blocked.  
Example 2:  
If you want to set your V-Chip settings to block all programming above a current setting such  
as TV PG-V (with violence):  
Press ZERO when TV-PG - V is displayed  
TV TV TV TV TV TV  
 
 
 
 
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All Programming above TV PG - V (with Violence) will be blocked.  
• For Children’s programming you can block TV-Y and Y7 programs by Pressing “0” when Y  
is displayed during a program. Programming for audiences other than children’s audiences  
will not be affected.  
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Initial Setup  
Movies 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 (Not Rated) 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 children 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.  
Directions to set Movie (MPAA) Ratings  
Press the MENU button  
π†  
√®  
To V-CHIP  
To operate (Lock icon  
appears)  
Press ZERO to access V-Chip setup options  
π†  
√®  
To SET MOVIE RATINGS  
To enter movies menu  
For example:  
To block viewing of X and NC-17 rated from shows:  
π†  
√®  
π†  
√®  
π†  
√®  
To the X Column  
 
 
 
 
To turn on the lock  
To the NC-17 Column  
To turn on the lock  
 
To FINISH  
���  
���  
 
To save settings and exit  
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Initial Setup  
Canadian V-Chip Ratings  
E – Exempt  
Exempt programming includes: news, sports, documentaries and other information  
programming, talk shows, music videos, and variety programming.  
C – Programming Intended for Children  
Violence Guidelines: There will be no realistic scenes of violence. Depictions of aggressive  
behavior will be infrequent and limited to portrayals that are clearly imaginary, comedic or  
unrealistic in nature.  
C8+ – Programming Intended for Children 8 and Over  
Violence Guidelines: Any realistic depictions of violence will be infrequent, discreet, of low  
intensity and will show the consequences of the acts. There will be no offensive language,  
nudity or sexual content.  
G – General Audience  
Programming will contain little violence and will be sensitive to themes which could affect  
younger children.  
PG – Parental Guidance  
Programming intended for a general audience, but which may not be suitable for younger  
children. Parents may consider some content not appropriate for children aged 8-13.  
14+ – 14 Years and Older  
Parents are strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting viewing by pre-teens and  
early teens. Programming may contain mature themes and scenes of intense violence.  
18+ – Adult  
Material intended for mature audiences only.  
Directions to set Canadian V-Chip Ratings  
Press the MENU button  
π†  
√®  
To V-CHIP  
To operate (lock icon  
appears)  
Press ZERO to access V-Chip setup options  
π†  
√®  
To SET CANADIAN RATINGS ENG (for English)  
To enter ratings menu  
For example:  
To block viewing of programming rated 14+ and 18+:  
π†  
√®  
To the 18+ Column  
To turn on the lock  
 
�  
π†  
√®  
π†  
To the 14+ Column  
To turn on the lock  
 
To FINISH  
���  
 
���  
�  
√®  
To save settings and exit  
�����  
Note:  
• For instructions on “SET CANADIAN RATINGS FRE (in French)”, please see page 24 in the  
French side of this user’s guide.  
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Initial Setup  
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  
• News  
• Locally Originated Programming  
• Political Programs  
• Public Service Announcements • Religious Programs  
• Sports  
• Weather  
• Some Commercials  
Note:  
• TV programs or movies that do not have rating signals will be blocked if the unrated  
category is set to BLOCK.  
Directions to Block Unrated Programs  
You can block programs that are not rated.  
Press the MENU button  
π†  
To V-CHIP  
√®  
To operate (The lock icon  
appears)  
Press ZERO to access V-Chip setup options  
π†  
To UNRATED  
UNRATED  
VIEW  
BLOCK  
√®  
To VIEW or BLOCK  
Press EXIT when done  
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Initial Setup  
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.  
Press the MENU button  
π†  
To SET LOCK CODE  
To operate (lock icon  
√®  
appears)  
Press ZERO to access the lock code  
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The first digit will be highlighted  
√®  
π†  
To select the number  
To move to the next digit  
Continue to follow these directions for all four numbers  
π†  
To FINISH  
√®  
To save settings and exit  
(your lock code is now set)  
When a viewer attempts to watch a blocked channel, this message appears:  
THIS PROGRAM IS LOCKED BY  
CHANNEL GUARD.  
PLEASE ENTER LOCK CODE BY  
10 KEY PAD TO UNLOCK IT.  
NO. - - - -  
The channel will remain blocked until the correct lock code is entered (see above for  
information on setting your lock code).  
Notes:  
• After a power interruption you must reset the lock code.  
• Write your lock code number down and keep it hidden from potential viewers.  
• If you forget the lock code, a new code may be set using the steps listed above.  
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Picture Adjust  
Picture Settings  
These settings allow you to change and adjust the way the picture appears on your television.  
TINT  
Tint allows you to adjust the levels of red and green in your TV picture.  
COLOR  
The color function lets you make all the colors in the TV picture appear either more vivid or  
subtle.  
PICTURE  
Picture allows you to adjust the levels of black and white on the TV screen, giving you a darker  
or brighter picture overall.  
BRIGHT  
You can adjust the overall brightness of the TV picture with the Bright control.  
DETAIL  
The Detail feature adjusts the level of fine detail displayed in the picture.  
Adjust the Picture Settings  
Press the MENU button  
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To TINT, COLOR, PICTURE, BRIGHT or  
DETAIL  
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To enter  
To adjust the setting  
To move to the next setting  
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Noise Muting  
This feature inserts a blank blue screen over channels which are not broadcasting or are too  
weak to be received clearly.  
Press the MENU button  
π†  
To NOISE MUTING  
√®  
To turn noise muting ON or OFF  
Note:  
• Noise muting will not work during auto tuner setup or when you operate channel summary.  
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Picture Adjust  
Set Video Status  
With Set Video Status, you can save your own set of picture quality adjustments as “Choice”  
and have access to them at the touch of a button.  
Press the MENU button  
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√®  
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To SET VIDEO STATUS  
To operate  
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To set the TINT levels  
To move to the next option  
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Repeat these steps until all levels are set.  
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To SAVE AS CHOICE  
√®  
To save settings and exit  
You must use SAVE AS CHOICE to exit the Set Video Status menu, otherwise your  
preferences will not be saved.  
You can access your “Choice” settings at any time by pressing the VIDEO STATUS button on  
the remote control.  
Note:  
The setting screen will disappear if you do not make any adjustments or move to the next  
setting in approximately three seconds. Any changes you have made to picture settings up to  
that point will be stored. You can exit the Picture Settings menu at any time by pressing the  
EXIT button on the remote control.  
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Sound Adjust  
Sound Settings  
These settings allow you to change and adjust the way the picture appears on your television.  
BASS – You can increase or decrease the level of low-frequency sound in the TV’s audio with  
the bass adjustment.  
TREBLE – Use treble to adjust the level of high-frequency sound in your TV’s audio.  
BALANCE – Adjust the level of sound between the TV’s left and right speakers with the  
balance setting.  
Adjust the Sound Settings  
Press the MENU button  
π†  
√ ®  
π†  
To BASS, TREBLE or BALANCE  
To adjust the setting  
To move to the next setting  
Press the EXIT button when finished  
MTS (Multi-Channel Television Sound)  
MTS technology allows several audio signals to be broadcast at once, giving you a choice  
in what you wish to hear with a TV program. In addition to mono or stereo sound, an  
MTS broadcast may also include a second audio program (SAP).  
Press the MENU button  
π†  
To MTS  
√®  
Select the mode  
(The ON AIR arrow tells you if a broadcast is in stereo and/or contains an SAP).  
Notes:  
• Keep the TV in stereo mode to get the best sound quality. The sound will work in stereo  
mode even if a certain broadcast is in mono sound only.  
• Choose the mono setting to reduce excessive noise on a certain channel or broadcast.  
• Selecting SAP will allow you to hear an alternative soundtrack, if one is available.  
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Sound Adjust  
TV Speaker  
If your TV is connected to a stereo system, you can turn off the TV speakers and listen to the  
audio through your stereo.  
Press the MENU button  
π†  
To TV SPEAKER  
TV SPEAKER  
ON  
OFF  
√®  
To turn the TV’s speakers ON or OFF  
EXIT when finished  
• Before you turn the TV Speaker setting from OFF to ON, make sure that the TV volume  
level is low! If the TV volume is set too high, the sound level will be extremely loud.  
• After a power interruption, the TV Speaker settings will return to “ON”.  
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Clock/Timers  
Set Clock  
Before you use any of your TV’s timer functions, you must first set the clock. You may precisely  
set your clock using the XDS time signal broadcast by most public broadcasting stations. If  
you do not have this in your area, you will have to set the clock manually. See manual clock  
set below. To set the clock using the XDS signal:  
Press the MENU button  
π†  
To SET CLOCK  
To operate  
√®  
When you set the clock automatically, choose AUTO by pressing the  
or  
®
arrows.  
π†  
√®  
π†  
√®  
To TIME ZONE  
MODE  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
EASTERN  
To select your time zone  
To D.S.T. (daylight savings time)  
To turn D.S.T. ON or OFF  
To FINISH  
TIME ZONE  
D.S.T.  
ON  
OFF  
FINISH  
√®  
To save settings  
When you set the clock manually, choose MANUAL by pressing the  
or  
®
arrows.  
π†  
√®  
π†  
√®  
To move to the hour  
To set the hour  
MODE  
TIME  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
--:-- --  
To move to minutes  
To set the minutes  
To START CLOCK  
To operate  
START CLOCK  
√®  
THANK YOU !!  
Notes:  
• The Daylight Savings Time feature automatically adjusts your TV’s clock for Daylight  
Savings. The clock will move forward one hour at 2:00 am on the first Sunday in April. The  
clock will move back one hour at 2:00 am on the last Sunday in October.  
You will have to reset the clock after a power interruption. You must set the clock before  
operating any timer functions.  
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Clock/Timers  
On/Off Timer  
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 programs, or as a decoy when you’re not  
home.  
Press the MENU button  
π†  
√®  
√®  
To ON/OFF TIMER  
To operate (begins with ON TIME)  
To set the hour (AM/PM) you want the TV to turn on  
To move to minutes  
√®  
To set the minutes  
To accept ON TIME and move to OFF TIME (the time the TV will turn off). Set the  
OFF TIME the same way as ON TIME  
√®  
To accept OFF TIME and move to CHANNEL  
To select channel  
To move to MODE  
√®  
Choose ONCE or EVERYDAY  
√®  
To ON/OFF TIMER  
Choose YES to accept the timer setting, choose NO if you don’t wish to accept  
To FINISH  
√®  
To save settings  
Press the EXIT button when finished  
Notes:  
• The on/off time cannot be set to locked or guarded channels.  
• In order for the on/off timer to work, the clock must be set.  
• After a power interruption, the timer settings must be reset.  
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Initial Setup  
Language  
You can choose to view your onscreen menus in three languages: English, French (Français)  
or Spanish (Español).  
Press the MENU button  
π†  
To LANGUAGE  
√®  
To choose a language  
 
 
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EXIT when finished  
Closed Caption  
Many broadcasts now include an onscreen display of dialog called CLOSED CAPTIONS.  
Some broadcasts may also include displays of additional information in text form. Your  
television can access and display this information using the CLOSED CAPTION feature. To  
activate the closed caption feature, follow the steps below.  
Press the MENU button  
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π†  
To CLOSED CAPTION  
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√®  
π†  
√®  
To operate  
To select CAPTION, TEXT, or OFF  
To move to CAPTION or TEXT  
 
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To select a caption (CC1 to CC4) or text  
channel (T1 to T4)  
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π†  
To accept that selection and move to  
FINISH  
√®  
To save settings and exit  
Notes:  
• Closed caption subtitles are usually found on closed caption channel CC1. Some programs  
may include additional text information which is usually found on text channel T1. The other  
channels are available for future use.  
• Closed captioning may not work correctly if the signal being received is weak or if you are  
playing a video tape.  
• Most broadcasts containing closed captioning will display a notice at the start of the  
program.  
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Initial Setup  
Background  
This feature inserts either a black or clear background behind the onscreen menu displays.  
Press the MENU button  
π†  
To BACKGROUND  
BACKGROUND  
BLACK CLEAR  
√®  
To turn Set Background to BLACK or CLEAR  
EXIT when finished  
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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 “Sound Adjust” for specific information on using menus.  
Exit  
Use this button to enter or exit the TV’s onscreen menus.  
Display  
The display screen shows the current status of timers and inputs.  
Press the DISPLAY button  
The screen to the right shows the following information:  
• The current channel or AV input (Channel 05)  
07  
NOW  
SLEEP TIMER  
ON/OFF TIMER  
ON TIME  
• 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)  
• Each Press of the DISPLAY button changes the  
display mode:  
12:20 PM  
OFF  
EVERYDAY  
7:00 PM  
10:00 PM  
OFF TIME  
 
 
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Display - Full screen shown above  
Time - Shows the current time only  
Channel - Shows the current channel  
Off - Turns display off  
Notes:  
You may also turn off the display at any step by pressing EXIT.  
• If the clock, sleep timer or on/off timer are not set, the display screen will show:  
“CLOCK NOT SET”, “SLEEP TIMER OFF”, and “ON/OFF TIMER OFF” respectively.  
Input  
Selects the signal input source for the television: TV, for Antenna or Cable; Video 1; or Video 2,  
for video devices like VCRs, DVD players, or camcorders.  
INPUT  
 
 
 
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Button Functions  
Video Status  
The Video status button gives you a choice of four TV picture display settings, including a  
display of your own preferences.  
STANDARD - Resets the picture display to the factory settings.  
CHOICE - Displays the setting levels you specified on the “Set Video Status” Menu  
(see page 28).  
GAME - Used for when you are playing video games connected to your TV.  
Press the VIDEO STATUS button  
By every press of the video status button, you change the mode.  
CHOICE  
GAME  
STANDARD  
Sleep Timer  
The Sleep Timer can turn the TV off for you after you fall asleep. Program it to work in intervals  
of 15 minutes, for a total time of up to 180 minutes.  
Press the SLEEP TIMER button  
0 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150 165 180  
Sleep Timer Message  
20 seconds before the automatic shutoff, this message will appear:  
GOOD NIGHT!!  
PUSH SLEEP TIMER BUTTON  
TO EXTEND.  
You then have 20 seconds to press the sleep timer button to delay the shut off for another  
15 minutes.  
Muting  
The muting button instantly turns the volume down completely when you press it. Press  
MUTING and the volume level will instantly go to zero. To restore the volume to its previous level,  
press MUTING again.  
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.  
• Please note: The RM-C205 and RM-C205W remote controls can only be used with JVC  
brand VCRs.  
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Button Functions  
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 using the CH+ and CH– buttons.  
RETURN+ and hold for three seconds  
RETURN CHANNEL  
PROGRAMMED !  
The channel currently active has been programmed as your return+ channel. Now scan  
through the channels using the CHANNEL+/– 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 the Channel+/– buttons. Pressing any number key will cancel  
return+.  
Power  
Turns the TV on or off.  
Press the POWER button  
Number Buttons - 10Key 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)  
Channel +/–  
Use these buttons to move up or down all the available channels your TV is able to recieve.  
Volume +/–  
Use these buttons to raise or lower the TV’s volume level.  
100+ Button  
Use the 100+ button to directly access channels above channel 99. For example, to move to  
channel 124, press 100+, 2 (Two), 4 (Four).  
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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.  
There is no picture  
or sound  
• The antenna could be disconnected.  
• The input mode could be set improperly. See page 35.  
• The tuner (Auto Tuner Setup) could be set improperly. See page 17.  
• The TV station may be having difficulties. Check to see if other stations are working.  
Remote control is not • Check to see that the batteries are still working and properly installed.  
operating properly or • Make sure the remote has a clear sight path to the TV.  
at all  
You cannot select a  
certain channel  
You may be too far from the TV. You must be within 23 feet (7 meters).  
• Make sure the channels have been programmed. See "Channel Summary", page 18.  
• Check to see if the channel is locked. See "Channel Summary - Lock" page 18.  
The power turns off  
by itself  
• Make sure the set did not become unplugged.  
• Perhaps the On/Off Timer is set. See page 32.  
• Check to see if the Sleep Timer was set. See page 36.  
The clock is wrong  
• The power was interrupted and the clock was not reset. See page 31.  
• There is a problem with the TV. Unplug the set and call for service.  
The On Timer is  
blinking  
The color quality  
is poor  
• Tint and Color may be improperly adjusted. See page 27.  
• The Video Status mode may be turned to the wrong setting. See page 28.  
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.  
• There could be interference from a high-wattage appliance, like a hairdryer or vacuum,  
operating nearby. Move the antenna away from the appliance or change to a coaxial  
cable connection which is less prone to interference.  
The picture is spotted  
There are double  
pictures (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. If the antenna is damaged, replace it.  
Screen is 80% black • The Closed Caption Text mode is on. Turn it off in the Closed Caption Menu, page 33.  
Stereo or bilingual  
programs can't be  
heard  
• Make sure the MTS settings are correct. See "MTS" on page 29.  
There is no sound  
• The TV Speaker option may be turned off. See page 30.  
from the TV's speakers  
Static electricity  
• It is normal to feel static electricity if you brush or touch the screen.  
You hear occasional • It is normal for the TV to make crackling sounds when first turned on or off. Unless  
crackling sounds  
the sound or picture become abnormal, this is fine.  
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Warranty  
For Canadian model televisions, see the separate sheet for Canadian  
Warranty information.  
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”) (PICTURE TUBE is covered for Two (2) years.)  
Parts  
Labor  
1 YEAR  
1 YEAR  
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 by JVC during regular business hours at  
JVC authorized service centers. Parts used for replacement are warranted only for the  
remainder of this Warranty Period. All products and parts thereof may be brought to  
a JVC authorized service center on a carry-in basis. Televisions with a screen size of 25  
inches and larger may be covered on an in-home basis where such service is available.  
WHAT YOU MUST DO FOR WARRANTY SERVICE:  
To determine if in-home service is available in your area, either contact the selling dealer  
(retailer) or call 1-800-537-5722 to locate the nearest JVC authorized service center. Service  
if available, will require clear access to the Television by the service representatives. If in-  
home service is not available, carry in service will be provided.  
If service is not locally available, box the product carefully, preferably in its original  
carton, and ship, insured, with a copy of your bill of sale plus a letter of explanation of  
the problem to the nearest JVC Factory Service Center, the name and location which will  
be given to you by the toll free number.  
If you have any questions concerning your JVC Product, please contact our Customer  
Relations Department.  
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 reasonable 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 attachment 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, video  
and audio 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) Video Pick-up Tubes/CCD Image Sensor, Cartridge, Stylus (Needle) are covered for  
90 days from the date of purchase;  
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Warranty  
7) Accessories;  
8) 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) 537-5722  
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,  
please call 1 (800) 537-5722 for your nearest authorized servicer or visit our website  
Remember to retain your Bill of Sale for Warranty Service.  
Do not 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 www.JVC.com  
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Specifications  
MODEL  
AV-20420  
AV-20421  
NTSC, BTSC System  
(Multi-Channel Sound)  
Reception Format  
Reception Range  
VHF 2 to 13, UHF 14 to 69  
Sub Mid, Mid, Super, Hyper and Ultra bands  
(181 channel frequency synthesizer system)  
Power Source  
AC 120V, 60Hz  
87W / 1.4A  
Power  
Consumption  
Screen Size  
20 inch / 51 cm  
measured diagonally  
full square  
Audio Output  
Speakers  
1W + 1W  
2 x 3 1/2 / 5x9 cm  
oval x 2  
Antenna Terminal  
75 ohms (VHF/UHF) (F-type connector)  
External Input  
Jacks  
Video: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms  
Audio: 500mVrms (-4dBs) high impediance  
500 mVrms (-4 dBs)  
Low impedance  
(400 Hz when modulated  
100%)  
Audio Output  
(FIXED)  
Headphone Jack  
Ø3.5 mm x 1  
19 7/8 x 17 7/8 x 19 1/2  
50.3 x 45.2 x 49.3  
Dimensions (Inch)  
WxHxD (cm)  
43.8 / 19.9  
Weight (lbs / kg)  
Accessories  
Remote control unit x 1 / 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  
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