For models: AV-36D501 AV-36D201 AV-32D501 AV-32D201 AV-27D501 AV-27D201 COLORTELEVISION USER'SGUIDE Illustration of AV-32D501 and RM-C384 IMPORTANT NOTE TO THE CUSTOMER In the spaces below, enter the model and serial number for your television (located at the rear of the television cabinet). Staple your sales receipt or invoice to the inside cover of this guide. Keep this user's guide in a convenient place for future reference. Keep the carton and original packaging for future use.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT I SAFEGUARDS CAUTION: DO NOT OPEN L CAU11ON:To reduce the risk of electdc shock. Please read and retain for your safety. Do nof removecover(or back). Electrical energy can perform many useful functions, This TV No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to quaUfiedservice personnel.
6 Ifanoutside antenna isconnected totheTVset,besurethe antenna system isgrounded soastoprovide someprotection against voltage surges andbuilt-up static charges. Section 810 oftheNational Electrical Codeprovides information withrespect toproper grounding ofthemastandsupporting structure, grounding ofthelead-in wiretoanantenna discharge unit,size ofgrounding conductors, location ofantenna discharge unit, connection requirements forthegrounding electrode.
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, Please reference.
Connections CONNECTIONS CHECKLIST - READ ME FIRST The Connections Checklist section of this guide is a list of ideas to keep in mind while you setup your new TV. It is designed to help us not-so-technically-minded individuals make our connections properly. If you read this section and still can't identify the plugs, connectors and components you have, please ask someone for h_lp in making your connections. 1) Always refer to the connection instructions user's guide for your components first.
Connections Cable and VCR Connections There are three basic types of antenna or cable connections: • If you have an antenna or have a cable system that does not require you use a cable box to select channels, please refer to Diagram #1. • If you have a cable system that requires the use of a cable box to access all the channels, refer to Diagram #2.
Connections Audio/Video Connections - Continued CABLE BOX VCR O Illustration of AV-32D501 1) Connect the antenna or cable TV wire from the wall outlet, in to the RF Input of the cable box. 2) Connect an RF cable from the cable box RF Output, in to the RF Input on the back of the VCR. 3) Connect an RF cable from the RF Output on the VCR, in to the RF Input on the back of the TV. 4) Connect the yellow video cable out from the VCR's Video Output, in to the TV's Video Input jack.
Connections Connecting to a DVD Player DVD Player AUDIO OUT R L Illustration of A V-32D501 1) Connect Green cable out from DVD player "Y" Video Output, in to TV "Y" Component 2) Connect Blue cable out from DVD player "Ps" Video Output, in to TV "Ps" Component 3) Connect Red cable out from DVD Player "PR" Video Output, in to TV PR" Component 4) Connect Red Audio cable out from DVD Left Audio Output, 5) Connect White Audio cable out from DVD Right Audio Output, Input. Input. Input.
Connections Connecting to JVC AV Compu Link Capable Components JVC's AV Compu Link feature makes playing video tapes totally automatic. Simply insert a pre-recorded tape* into your JVC-brand VCR and the VCR will automatically turn on and begin playback. At the same time, using the AV Compu Link, the VCR sends a signal to the television telling it to turn on and switch to the proper video input to watch a video tape.
Getting Started RM-C384 AV-36D501 • AV-32D501 • AV-27D501 Changing the Batteries Be sure to use only size AA batteries. Push down on the remote's back cover and slide towards the bottom to remove it. O Insert two AA batteries (supplied), carefully noting the "+" and "-" markings on the batteries and on the remote control. To avoid a potential short circuit, insert the "-" end first. 0 When batteries are installed, slide the cover back into place (until it clicks into position).
Getting Started POWER • Press the POWERbutton on the remote control or the front panel of the TV. The On Timer lamp will glow red. • Make sure the TV/CATV switch on the remote is set to TV. Move the switch to CATV only if you plan to operate a cable box. Qn the CATV setting the remote will only operate the cable box functions. • To turn the power off, press the POWERbutton again. The On Timer lamp will go out.
Remote Programming Setting the CATV & VCR Codes You can program your remote to operate your cable box or satellite receiver by using the instructions and codes listed below. If the equipment does not respond to any of the codes listed below or to the code search function, use the remote control supplied by the manufacturer. Cable Box or Satellite setup The remote control is programmed with CATV and/or Satellite codes for power on, power off, channel up, channel down, and 10 key operation.
Remote Programming VCR setup The remote control is programmed with VCR codes for power on, power off, play, stop, fast-forward, rewind, channel up, and channel down operation. 1) Find the VCR brand from the list of codes shown below. 2) Slide the 2-way selector switch to "TV". 3) Press and hold down the D_SPLAYbutton. 4) With the DISPLAYbutton held down, enter the first code number listed with the 10 key pad. 5) Release the D_SPLAYbutton. 6) Confirm the operation of the VCR.
Using the Menu Picture Using this Guide PICTUREADJUST Certain symbols are used throughout this guide to help you learn about the features of your new television.
Plug In Menu Introduction Auto The Plug In Menu comes up automatically when you first turn on the TV after plugging it in. The Plug In Menu helps you to get your TV ready to 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.
__ Plug Set In Menu Clock Set 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 Pubfic Broadcasting stations. To set the clock using the XDS signal: Clock. Manual To set your clock manually (without using the XDS signal), choose MANUAL from the Set Clock menu and follow the steps below. MODE Enter the channel number of your local PBS station. AUTO TIME MANUAL --: ....
Plug In Menu Channel Summary Channel Channel Summary allows you to customize the line-up of channels received by your 73/ You can add or delete channels from the line-up or prevent any unauthorized viewers from watching any or all 181 channels. Summary.
V-Chip U.S. V.Chip Your TV is equipped with V-Chip technology which enables TV Parental Guideline and Movie (MPAA) Guideline controls. V-Chip technology allows you to program your TV to receive, or not to receive, programs based on content accoFding to the guidelines. Programs which exceed the ratings limits you set will be blocked.
V-Chip Directions to Block Viewing: Directions to set up Movie Ratings: Line up the cursor in the column (TV PG, TV G, etc.) with the content row (V/FV, S, etc.) and press the AorY to move the cursor to the correct Press the MENU button AV To V-CHIP location. Press • or • to turn the locking feature on or off. An item is locked if the I_1 icon appears instead of a "--". • • To operate For example.
I -0-]l V-Oh ip [] R Restricted. Notes These films contain material that is explicit nature and is not recommended for About Unrated Programs: in Unrated programming refers to any These movies contain content which most programming which does not contain a rating signal.
V-Chip Accessing V.Chip Information: ° For Children's programming you can block TV-Y and Y programs by Pressing "0" when Y is To access Rating information about a certain program, press the V-CHIP button while viewing that program. A display like this will appear: displayed during a program. Programming audiences other than children's audiences not be affected.
Picture Settings Tint Noise Tint allows you to adjust the levels of red and green in your TV picture.
Sound Settings Bass MTS You can increase or decrease the level of low-frequency sound in the TV's audio with the Bass adjustment. 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).
General Items On/Off Timer D501 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. Timer If the television Note: is on when a timed event is about to start a Timer Preview window will appear. The Timer Preview window will appear in the lower right corner of the screen seven seconds before the timer is programmed to begin.
General Items TV Speaker Component.In If your 7q/ _ connected to a stereo system, you can turn off the TV speakers and listen to the audio through your stereo. Get the best quality video from your DVD player by using this setting and the DVD inputs at the rear of the television. Set Video-2 either to YES for component input (for DVD) or to NO for composite video input (for a regular VCR).
Button Functions Menu Video The MENUbutton allows you to access JVC's onscreen menu system. Press MENUto activate the onscreen menu system. The VIDEOSTATUSbutton gives you a choice of three TV picture display settings, including a display of your own preferences. • See individual topics (like "Sound Settings) for specific information on using menus. Standard - Resets the 15icture display to the factory settings. Exit Press the EXITbutton to leave a menu screen or to turn off the PIP feature (page 28).
Button Functions BBE Return+ BBE high definition audio adds natural, clear and extrardinary sound quality to any program. Turn BBE On or Off using the BBE button. The RETURN+ button has two functions." BBE Hyper ON Return - Returns to the channel viewed just before the channel currently onscreen. OFF Return+ - Lets you program a specific channel to return to while scanning through the channels.
Button Functions - PIP PIP (Picture.In-Picture) FREEZE PIP displays two separate pictures on screen. Your D-Series television has 2-Tuner PIP, meaning you can view pictures from two different channels simultaneously. A special set of PIP control buttons are located on the upper part of the remote control. Descriptions of each button appear on this Use the FREEZEbutton to lock a single, still image onto the PIP window page. Note: PIP is available on model D501 Series sets only.
Troubleshooting 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 • • • • Remote control is not operating properly or at all ,, Check to see that the batteries are still working and properly installed. • Make sure the remote has a clear sight path to the TV. ,, Check that the TV/CATV switch is in the proper position (RM-383/RM-384 only).
JVl Limited Warranty 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 ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP Period") (PICTURE TUBE is covered for Two (2) years.) I Labor " Parts I THIS LIMITED WARRANTY PUERTO RICO.
Authorized Service Centers ooA,,JVC SERV,OE HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER TOLL Dear Customer; FREE: 1 (800) 537-5722 http://www'jvceervlce'c°m In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase, read the instruction booklet before operating the uniL 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, carl 1-800-537-5722 for your authorized servicer Remember to r
Specifications MODEL AV-36DS01 AV-36D201 AV-320501 AV-32D201 AV-27D501 ReceptionFormat NTSC,BTSCSystem (Multi-Channel Sound) ReceptionRange VHF2to 13, UHF14 to 69 SubMid, Mid, Super,HyperandUltra bands (181 channelfrequencysynthesizersystem) Power Consumption 133W/1.9A 130W/1.9A PowerSource ScreenSize 133W/ 1.9A 128W/ 1.8A 123W/1.8A AV-27D201 118W/1.