TV/VCR COMBO USER’S GUIDE FOR MODEL TV-20240 (MONO) (Illustration of TV-20240 and RM-C139) IMPORTANT NOTE TO THE CUSTOMER: Enter the serial number for your television (located on the rear of the television cabinet) on the space below. 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 CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION:To reduce the risk of electric shock. Do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
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.
PRECAUTIONS ABOUT VIDEO Before operating the video unit, please read the precautions on this page. Precautions for Recording TV Programs Precautions About Moistur Condensation About Copyright The recordings you make from TV programs or prerecorded tapes cannot be used without permission from the copyright holders, except when they are used solely for personal enjoyment. What is Moisture Condensation? When you put cold water into a glass, water droplets form on its surface.
T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS CONNECTIONS Connections Checklist . . . . . . . . . . Front Panel Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . Cable Box Connection . . . . . . . . . . Connecting to a Camcorder . . . . . . . Connecting to Headphones/Earphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 5 6 7 7 GETTING STARTED Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Adjusting Volume . . . . . . . . .
5 C O N N E C T I O N S CONNECTIONS CHECKLIST — READ ME FIRST! The Connections Checklist — Read Me First! 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-technicallyadvanced individuals. If you read this section, and can’t identify the plugs, connectors, and components you have, do not be afraid to seek help.
C O N N E C T I O N S CABLE BOX CONNECTION There are two basic types of antenna/cable hook-ups. They are easy to distinguish. Type 1: If you use an antenna or have a cable television system that does not require the use of a decoder box to receive signals, use the diagram below to connect your TV/VCR combo. 1) Connect the cable or antenna wire out from the wall in to the TV VHF/UHF input at the rear of the combo unit. 2) Plug the power cord into a nearby AC outlet.
7 C O N N E C T I O N S CONNECTING TO A CAMCORDER You can connect a camcorder right to your TV/VCR combo using the input jacks located at the front of the unit. 1) Press on the PUSH mark on the front panel door to open it. 2) Connect a yellow video cable from the cam-corder output into the TV’s Video input jack. 3) Connect a white (or Black) Mono audio cable from the camcorder output into the TV’s audio input jack. ❒ Refer to the camcorder’s instructions for further information about the camcorder.
G E T T I N G S T A R T E D REMOTE CONTROL RM-C139 RM-C139 TV-20240 CHANGING THE BATTERIES Be sure to use only size AA batteries. 1 Push down on the remote's back cover and slide towards the bottom to remove it. 2 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. 3 Snap the cover back into place. ❒ If the remote control acts erratically, replace the batteries.
9 G E T T I N G S T A R T E D POWER ❒ Press the POWER button on the remote control or the TV/VCR combo front panel. The On Timer lamp will glow red. ❒ Make sure that the TV/CATV switch on the remote is set to TV. Switch to CATV only if you plan to operate a cable box. If you switch to CATV you will not be able to operate the TV/VCR combo functions with the remote, only the cable box functions! ❒ To turn the power off, press the POWER button again. The On Timer lamp will go out.
R E M O T E P R O G R A M M I N G 10 SETTING THE CATV CODES Many CATV 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 does not respond to any of the codes listed for the manufacturer, use the remote control for theCATV box to operate it. CABLE BOX OR SATELLITE SETUP The remote is programmed with the CATV and Satellite codes for power on and off, 10 key, and channel up and down.
11 U S I N G T H E USING THIS GUIDE: M E N U VCR SETUP SETTINGS Throughout this guide there are certain symbols we use as shorthand to show you what to do. When you see them, keep these factors in mind: Up and down arrows mean press the MENU UP or MENU DOWN buttons.
I N I T I A L S E T U P AUTO TUNER SETUP CHANNEL SUMMARY 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. You can add or delete channels from channel scanning. You can also lock out any “unauthorized” viewers from one or up to all 181 channels.
13 I N I T I A L S E T U P Continued … CHANNEL GUARD - LOCK To CHANNEL SUMMARY To operate SET LOCK CODE The Lock Code locks and unlocks Channel Guard settings. Write this four digit number down and keep it safe from potential viewers! CHANNEL +/- to select the channel To the Lock column The access code zero (0) to lock or unlock that channel CH NO. 01 02 03 04 05 SCAN √ √ √ √ CH NO.
I N I T I A L VCR PLUS + GUIDE SETUP S E T U P VCR PLUS+ GUIDE SETUP Continued... You may simplify the recording of television programs by using VCR PLUS+ codes to program your VCR. Whenever you want to record a program, all you need to do is find the VCR PLUS+ code for that program. After entering the code, the TV/VCR Combo. will automatically record the program at the correct date, time, and channel. Before using VCR PLUS+ for the first time, you need to set local channels for VCR Plus+.
15 P I C T U R E NOTES: If you do not move to the next setting with the up and down arrows, in approximately three seconds the screen will disappear and your preferences will be stored. You can exit the Picture Settings menu at any time by pressing the EXIT button on the remote control. S E T T I N G S TINT BRIGHT Tint allows you to adjust the levels of red and green in the picture. Adjust the degree of light and dark in the picture.
S O U N D BASS The Bass level adjustment feature allows you to raise or lower the level of lower frequencies in the TV’s sound. Press any MENU button S E T T I N G S MTS (Multi-Channel Television Sound) MTS technology gives you a choice among stereo, mono, and Second Audio Programs (SAP). To BASS Press any MENU button To emphasize bass To MTS To reduce bass To move to next 16 NOTES: MTS has no effect on normal sound broadcasts.
17 C L O C K S / T I M E R S NOTES: To use the SemiAuto function, first tune the television to your local PBS station. PBS stations transmit the EDS or XDS signal needed to set the clock.. DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME This function automatically adjusts for Daylight Savings time. At 2:00 am on the first Sunday in April, the clock moves forward one hour. At 2:00 am on the last Sunday in October the clock moves back one hour.
T I M E R S / G E N E R A L I T E M S 18 ON/OFF TIMER LANGUAGE Use the On/Off Timer as an alarm to wake up, as a program reminder, or as a decoy when you’re out of the house. Choose from English, French, or Spanish on-screen menus and displays.
19 B A S I C NOTES: The TV/ VCR combo can record and play back video cassettes in monaural sound only. This TV/VCR combo is equipped with SQPB (S-VHS QUASI PLAYBACK) which lets you watch tapes recorded in the S-VHS format. SQPB does not deliver S-VHS resolution. S-VHS recording is not possible with this video recorder. You can watch a different program than the one being recorded by the VCR. Press the CHANNEL +/- button or use the 10-key pad to switch to a different channel.
V C R VCR MENU The VCR Menu screen gives you a number of options for operating your VCR. For an explanation of how to use on screen menus, see page 11. *Press any of the MENU buttons to display the menu screen. REGULAR VCR PROGRAMMING This function lets you manually input the time, date and channel information for a program you wish to record.
21 V C R M E N U I T E M S RECORDING SPEED REPEAT PLAY Select the speed at which you would like to record SP (standard play) or EP (extended play) Once playback of a cassette has finished, this function automatically rewinds the tape and begins playback again. Playback may be repeated up to 50 times. Press any MENU button to display the VCR menu screen.
V C R VCR PLUS+ Your TV/VCR Combo comes equipped with VCR Plus+ technology. This function allows you to program your VCR simply by entering the VCR Plus+ code number associated with the program you wish to record. Note: Before VCR Plus+ can be used, VCR Plus guide channels must be programmed. See VCR Plus Guide Setup in “Initial Setup” page 14, if you have not yet programmed these channels).
23 T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G / I T R TIMER RECORDING TROUBLESHOOTING INSTANT TIMER RECORDING (ITR) The following are some common problems/issues that may arise while using Timer Recording. Instant Timer Recording allows you to set the VCR timer after the videotaping of a program has begun. The ITR timer can be programmed to stop recording up to four hours after it has begun. To use the ITR timer, the VCR must already be recording.
B U T T O N F U N C T I O N S - T V BUTTON FUNCTIONS VIDEO STATUS This section will describe in detail the different buttons on your remote control and their functions. Buttons related to the operation of the television are listed first, followed by the buttons used to operate the VCR. The names of individual buttons in this section are printed in SMALL CAPS.
25 B U T T O N F U N C T I O N S NUMBER BUTTONS 10 KEY PAD - T V RETURN Press two of the number buttons to move to single and double digit channels. Return to the last channel viewed after moving to another channel via the 10 key pad. To move to Channel 7: Move to another channel using the 10 key pad 0 (zero) RETURN 7 (seven) The TV will return to the first channel 100 + EXIT The 100+ button accesses all channels above Channel 99.
B U T T O N F U N C T I O N S - V C R VCR FUNCTIONS - BASIC INDEX SEARCH The following buttons control the basic functions of the VCR. Most JVC-brand VCR’s automatically insert an index mark at the start of a recording. The INDEX SEARCH +/- buttons can be used to scan a cassette for these marks, to quickly find the beginning of a taped program. PLAY ❑ Begins playback of a video cassette. REW ❑ Rewinds tape. If pressed when tape is stopped, the tape counter will be displayed on screen.
27 B U T T O N F U N C T I O N S - V C R SKIP SEARCH SHUTTLE PLUS +/- Each time you press the SKIP SEARCH button while a tape is playing, the unit will fastforward ahead 30 seconds on the tape. You may press the button up to four times in a row to move 120 seconds or two minutes ahead. Lets you gradually increase or decrease the playback speed of a video cassette. With a videotape playing choose either the SHUTTLE PLUS + or SHUTTLE PLUS - button.
B U T T O N F U N C T I O N S - PROGRAM CHECK The PROGRAM CHECK button allows you to confirm the programmed settings of your VCR. You can also make changes if you find any er rors. Confirm Timer Settings. V C R Program Check Continued Use the Menu buttons to select which items you wish to change. (For more on Regular VCR Programming, see page 20). Cancelling Timer Programs Press the Program Check button to display the timer information PROG.
29 T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G PROBLEMS - T V CHECK There is no power • See if the power cord became unplugged. • Perhaps you have experienced a blown circuit breaker or fuse or a power outage. There is no picture or no sound • The antenna could be disconnected. • The input mode (TV or Video) could not be set properly, refer to page 25. • The tuner mode (in the Auto Tuner Setup) could be set improperly, refer to page 12.
T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G PROBLEMS The video cassette will not enter the VCR - V C R 30 CHECK • Make sure you are attempting to insert the tape properly. The clear window on the cassette should be facing up and the label on the narrow part of the cassette should face away from the machine. • Are you attempting to use a cassette that is not a VHS or S-VHS type? Only these types of cassettes may be used in this machine.
31 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 COMPANYOF AMERICAwarrants this product and all parts thereof, except as set forth below ONLYTO THE ORIGINALPURCHASER AT RETAIL to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIPfrom the date of original retail purchase for the period shown below (the “Warranty Period”) (PICTURE TUBE is covered for Two (2) years.
AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTERS QUALITY 32 SERVICE HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER TOLL FREE: 1 (800) 537-5722 http://www.jvcservice.com 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.
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S P E C I F I C A T I O N S MODEL TV-20240 Type TV/VCR Combo Reception Format NTSC, BTSC System (Multi Channel Sound) Reception Range VHF 2 to 13. UHF 14 to 69 Sub Mid, Super, Hyper, and Ultra bands (181 channel frequency synthesizer system) Power Supply 120VAC, 60 Hz Power consumption 100W / 1.5A Screen Size 20 Inches / 50.8 cm measured diagonally full square Audio Output 1.2W x 1.2W Speakers 1-4/5" x 4" / 4.