JVC TV-20240 User manual

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JVC
Model
TV-20240
Category
Cassette players
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TV-20240
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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TV-20240
(Illustration of TV-20240and RM-C139)
Serial Number
Mar.1999 No.51520
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
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nance(sen,_no) m in _e I_mture
aocompeeyfogthe appliance.
WARNING: TO PREVENTFIREOR SHOCK
HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSETHIS
TV SETTO RAIN ORMOISTURE,
CAUTION:
TO INSURE PERSONALSAFETY,
OBSERVETHE FOLLOWING
RULES REGARDING THE USE OF
THIS UNIT.
1,Operate only from the pOWer80urce specified
on foe unit+
2. Avid d_fog _e AC plug and po_ coKL
3, A'_OidImproper installation and ne_er position
the unitwhere good ventll_ion is unattaln-
a_e,
4, DOnot eflow objecls or fiauid _nto the ceblnef
oper_ngs,
5, Inthe event of trouble, unplug the urCtand
Calla Service fechnlciat_, DO not 8_mpt to
repair i{ yourself or remove the rear cove_
Changes ormodifications not approved by JVC
COUld_d ihe werran_
• When you don_ use this TV set _ a long
period of time, be sure to disconnect bofo the
power plug from the AC ouHetand antenna for
your sefe_
• TOpre'/ent elec_c sto_k do not use this
_adzed bjug wifo an extension cord¸ recepta-
cle Or _her outlet U/_IOS8the _A0es Can be fully
inserted to i_event blade exposure¸
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
CAUTION:
Fleece rug and _llaln f_ )_ut lefety,
F_ectr_Calenergy can perform many useful fonCH_AlS._is TV
set has been engineered snd manufactured to assure your
personal safety, But/mpr_!cer use can result fopotentfa/
e/ectflcal shock or fire hazards, In order no{ to defeat the
safeguards _ncocfx_ateO in this TV set, obServe the foito_eg
basic rulesfor its _nst_kltk_, use and sen4cieg,
And _dso fallow efl warnings and Instructionsmarked onyour
TV set.
INSTALLATION
1 YourTVsetIsequipped'tAfoa IPOletlzodAC lineplug(one
bladeof theplugIs widerfoln theother),
Th_Ssafely feature al_m the plug to fit In_othe power
outlet only one way Should _ou pe unafoe to InSertthe
plug funy_nTOfoe outlet. W revenCeg the plug,
Should it s_lf f_ to f_, contact your electrician,
20peram the W set only from a POWersoume as indicated
on foe W set or ref_ to tho operating fostructions for ti_s
intormefJon,if you _ not _re of the type of pew_" supply
to your hon_, c_nsult your W _t dealer or Iocef powe_
company, For batteW op_ratton, ref_ to fOeoPeratleg
instructions.
30verk_aded AC outlets and extension COrdsare danger-
ous. and so am flayed pov_t cords and broken plugs.
They may tosuit ina shock er fire hazard, Ca_lyour service
technician for replacement,
4 DO not eflow anything to restoff or roll ovor foe power
cord, and do no( piece the "PJSet wh_*e pow_ co*-dIs
subject to b'affic o1"abe, T_S may reSult ina shock Or
fire hazard,
$ Do not use th_STV set Pear watt" -- for example, near a
bathtub, washl:x_A, kitchen sink.Or I_nd_y tub, in a wet
basement, or near swimming pOOLeto
II If an o_s_e antenna isc_nected to [hoW set. be so-uthe
antenna_ is g_:xJndedso as _o _m,ide tone _0_ec_0n
_a_nst vot_ge surges and bu_p sts_c charges, Sect_n 810
of _e NaSon_ Becldc_ Doge pm..,K_esi_ with respect
to i_n:_er gn_ur'ding of Ihe mast and suppor_ngstricture,
grounctngof the lead-in'_m to an antenna dl_ unit, size
of gn:_x_eg conductors,_ of antenna dlscha_gs _n_,
c_nnec_n requirementsfor the groundingm
7 An outside antenna system1shOuldnot be located in the
vic_r_ of overhead power lines o_c_er eleotflc light or
power circuits, Or where it can fallinto suCh power lines or
circuits. When Insfalling e_ out,de antenna system, extrorne
care shcofd be taken to keep 5"ommuchieg such power
lines or circuits _s contact with them might be fatal¸
_ OF _NA _RO_NDIKQ
AS PER NAT_I_L I_,EC'rR_J_L
E*m_mKm 01Kmze. m_
8 _ sets _e provided with ventilation openings in foe Cabinet
to allOWheat generated during operation to be released,
_l_erefom:
m Never block the bottom vantile_on slots of a portable _3/
set by i_actng if on a bed, sofa, rug. efc,
-- Never plebe n _/net ina "b.JIIt-in" enclosure unless
proper ventilation is ptovkled,
-- Never covet foe opef'_lgs with a clothor o61et material
-- i_fa_"i_a_ foe"N setne_ or c_era rad_x or hs_ re_sk_
I TOavoid personal iniu_:
Con_t pt_ a w se(on e _p_g _elf un_e_ i:_perly secun_
Use only • cart or stand recommended by the TV set
manufacturer,
-- DO not try to roll a cart with small casters eCtOSSthresh
@de o_ deep pile carpets.
-- Wa_lot shelf mounting st'OUld toltC'_the me_faoturer_s
instrucHons, and should use a mounting kit approved by
the manufacturer
USE
10 Cau_ ch_en abo_ c_ c_p_eg c_ects _o _e W s_
U.c_ ca_r_ c_m__ Scrnek_ pets ca_y haza_:_s
voll_gesand coYact can resultina fm or elec'dc_ stock,
11 Unplug ihe TV set from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do
not use liquid or an aerosol clear'_
12 Nev_ a_d eccess_s to a W _ Ihathas notbe_l de_d_0d for
thlsp_posa BUChaddeo_ rnayre_t h a hazel
13 For added woteclkxl of _he_IVs_t goring e I_h_niegMorro or
when _ _V set is _0pe leftunal_ande_ foran e_fandod period
of time, unplug it ffom_'le wall Outk_tand disconnectfoe
=_tanna, This'#a pedant damage to p_oductdue b0Ik_htnieg
sto'ms or po_er flr_ SU_gsS,
14 A W Set and cart comL_foaitonshodd be mo_d "ef4hc_e
Ou_k _too_ e_ces_ f_ce, and uno_ _¢es mey cease
_ne_Vs_ and car t combinationto ovedum,
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SERVICE
16 Unpfug I_leTVset itom foe "_._1oulheat_ refersor_c_g to
_d S_ce i_som_ undm _ f_lo_eg conOi1_n_
A Whon _ l:o_r cc_:l or bjug ISd_'_gsd Or t_d
B If liquid has been Sp_U_<_into the _/set.
C If foe _V Set has be_n exgssed to r_Jnor wsfa_
D If 1he1V set doe_ noto_erate normaAyby _lowing _e
oper_eg ins4Tucticf,s.Adjust only_"<_e con_Is lh_ eze
cmered inthe operatJnginstructionsas trooper aolL_t-
n'e_ _ othercon_fa m_y resu_m _rr_gs and wll often
reqdre extensive "*_rk by e c_dif_e0 tectwclen t0 m_tom
the Iv set to norm_ opera,on.
_f_e _V_t h_ b_n d_ppe_ or dernag_ inany_e/
F When foe _/Set exhibits a distinct change in peffor-
menoe -- this indicates a need for sen,ice
16 DOr_X attemptto sen/iceIt,s W set yourself as opening or
remo_ng covem may expoee you todangsm_s ,._o_tagsot
ofoer hazards. Ref_"a_ senAcingto quafified Seevo_personnel,
17
When replacement paris _Jerequired, have _e sewice
teChnicianredly in wtitieg thet 61ereplacement pnzls he uses
kave _e same sofety chamctemtics as the odglr_ I:_IS,
USe of rnanutaciun_'s specified replacement pads can
preven_fire, shock, orother hazerds,
111 Upon cC_nl_etionof eny sarvtoeor repahe Io foI8 "_/set '
please ask If_ sef_t_cetechnidan to podon_ Ibe safety check
_scdbed inthe rn_nufaoturePsservice llterabJro.
19 When a TV set_ 6_eend of its usefulI1_. {mpm_,
dsposal coIddnge_ltin a picture tube Impfos_n. Aska
qualif_ senr_e teChnician_ 0fapose of the 13/set
20 Note to CAW system inSt_ller,
This reminder isprovided to call the CA33/system insfaller_
attention to Article 820_0 of the NEC _hat provides
guidelines for proper grounding and, in parl_ule_ specifies
thatthe cable groung shall be connected to fOegrounding
system of the building, as close to foe pclnt of cable entP/
as praoticeL
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PRECAUTIONS ABOUT VIDEO
Before operating the video unit, ptoase read the precautions on th{s page.
Preoautlons for Recording TV
Pvrogmmo
About Copyright
The recordingsyou make fromTV programsor pre-
recorded tapes cannotbe used withoutbermission
from thecopyrightholders,exceptwhen theyare
uSedsOlelyfor personalenF3yment.
I_IM RqK:mrdlml Bofom Making Important
R_o_dl_lo
Make a trialrecoraingbefore an important program
to be sumthatyou can record andp_aybackaudio
and video progedy
DIm:lolmen
JVC assumes no liability for failure to record or
playback audio and video properly with this unit.
Precautions About Vkloo Ca_oottos
Keep these points in mind while _rkJng with video
CaSSettes.
Hoc:oFdlng
Z • If you record on a previously recorded tape, the
O original corrtent wdl be automatically erased.
_._ • Video cassettes cannot be reversed or *flipped
O1 over" like auteo cassedes.
Handling Cm.0ettos Prt=pWlB
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• To store cassettes, place them inside their cases.
The eases should then be stored vertically
• Do not drop cassettes, or give them any other
hard shock.
• Rewind cassettes betore stonng,
• Do not repeatedly load and unload tapes without
running them in between,
Do Not Itore In the Following Ploces
• Exposed to direct suolight or near a heating
device.
• Exposed to exeess_,e humidity, smoke, or dust,
• Near a strong magnet (including speakers),
Pment Acoldental Emm
Remove _ sina!! plastic tab at the rear of the
cassette, Without this tab, the cassette cannot be
used for recordieg It is recommended that you
remove the tabs frc_n irnbertaot cassettes to prevent
accider dai efasule TO record on a cassette WhOSe
tabs have pen removed, cover the tab hole with two
layers of adhesNe tape,
Precautions About MolMum
CoriKkmoatlms
What Is MolMum Domthmlatkm?
When you put COld water into a glass, water droplets
form on its sudace. This phen_enon is called
m0P3ture een_sati0_,
If Molituro Oondimlmllon Oi_urll
The wdeo unit may fail to operate, or may operate
erratically poterdiaily damaging the unit and video
CaSSette.
When _ P.._l_amtl_ Oecul_
• When equipment is moved from a colder to a
warmer p_ace.
• immediately after a room heater is started.
• When the unit is exposed to a cold air flow (like
horn an air conditic_er )
• In high humidity _ wi_en steam is present.
llte Pfevmlt _em_MWtlee
• Wait about an hour before operating _e unit so
that it can become accustomed to the room
conditices.
• Provide proper ventilatk_,
If the unit fails to operate or operates poorly and you
think eonbensabon may be the cause, turn the unit_
power off and wait a few hours before trying to
operate the unit again.
Enjoying Clear Video
OI4_nlng Ihe Video Heads
After a long, or frequent use, the video heads inside
the unit may become dirt_, possibly resulting in poor
picture quteity, TO prevent this from happening, it is
recommended you caian the unit frequently with a
head cleaning cassette (TEL*2 or 3, sold
separately).
ff Video Quality Is IUH Poor After Cleaning
Try cleaning the unit two or three times instead of
iuai once, ff the repeated cleaning still fails to
produce better picture qualit_ an internal
malfenotio_ may be the cause, Call your local dealer
for servicing.
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Video Heads beginning to get dirty Video Heads now fairly dirty Video Heads totallyclogged
TABLE OF CONTENTS I
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONNECTIONS
Connections Checklist ................ 5
Front Panel Diagram ................. 5
Cable Box Connection ................ 6
Connecting to a Camcorder ............. 7
Connecting to Headppones/Earphones ...... 7
GETTING STARTED
Remote ContrOl .................... 8
Power ......................... 9
Adlusling Volume .................. 9
Changing Channels .................. 9
Remote Programming ............... 10
CATV & Satellite Codes ............... 10
MENU FUNCTIONS
Using the Menu ................... fl
teitiai Setup
Auto Tuner Setup .............. 12
Channel Summary ............. 12
Set Lock Code ............... 13
VCR Flus" Guide Setup ......... t4
Picture Settings
Tint ..................... 15
Color .................... 15
Picture ................. 15
Bright .................. 15
Detail .................. 15
Sound Settings
Bass ..................... 16
Treble .................... 16
Balance ................... 16
MTS(Muiti-channa/ TV Sound) ..... 16
Serne Sound Advlee ............ 16
Clocks/]liners
Set Clock (Semi-Auto) ........... t7
Set Clock (Manual) ............. 17
On/OffTimer ................. 18
Ganerai Items
Language ................. 18
Clesed Caption ............... 18
Noise Muting ................ 18
VCR FUNCTIONS
VCR BasiCs
Load Wdeccassette ............ 19
FledihaSatrtoftheProgram ........ 19
Start Flaybeck ................ 19
Stop Playback ................ 19
Simple Recordleg .............. 19
Tape Counter ................ 19
Electing the Cassette ............ 19
VCR Menu
Regular VCR Programming ........ 20
RecOrding S_ed .............. 21
Auto SP-*EP ................ gl
Repeat P_y ................. 21
V Stabilizer. ............... 21
VCR Plus*
Recording _fith VCR.Plus* ......... 22
Timer recording TroUbJesbeoitng .......... 23
Instant T_ner Rec(xdJng
ITR ...................... 23
BUTTON FUNCTIONS . TV
Display ........................ 24
Video Status ..................... 24
Sleep Timer ..................... 24
Number Buttons (10 Kay Pad) ........... 25
100+ ......................... 25
Muting ........................ 25
Menu Button ..................... 25
Input ....................... 25
Return ......................... 25
Exit ......................... 25
Closed Caption .................... 25
Channel +/- ..................... 25
Volume +/- ...................... 25
TV/_ATV Switch ................... 25
BUTTON FUNCTIONS. VCR
VCB Basics ..................... 26
Index Search ................... 26
Tracking Adjustment ................. 26
Skip Search ..................... 27
Re-View ........................ 27
EZ Ject ........................ 27
Shuttle Plus +/- ................... 27
Timer. ....................... 27
VCR Plus+ ...................... 27
Daily/Weeaiy ..................... 27
BEC/ITR ........................ 28
StOP/EJeCT ...................... 28
Program Check ................... 28
APPENDICES
TrOubleshooting ................... 29
Limited Warranty ................... 31
Authorized Service Centers ............. 32
Memo ......................... 33
Spec_ficaticns ............... Back Cover
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TV-20240
CONNECTIONS
CONNECTIONS CHECKLIST- READ ME FIRST!
1) Always refer to the connection Instructions in the user's
guide for your components first! The manufacturer will
provide the most detailed information about their products.
2) Know your jacks and plugs -- most are color coded:
• Yellow plugs are Video connections
• Red plugs are Right Audio connections
• White or black plugs are Left Audio (Mono) connec-
tions (if your camcorder is a stereo model, use a
stereo-to-monaural conversion cable to connect to the
Combo unit. Conversion cables may be purchased
separately.)
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.
4) Unplug the power cord between each connection.
AN input plug
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RFConnectors
FRONT PANEL DIAGRAM
TV-20240 Front Panel
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CONNECTIONS
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 s cable television system that does not require the use of s
decoder box to receive signals, use the diagram below to connect your TV/VCR combo.
COMBINE TV
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.
Type 2:
If you use an cable box to access any or all channels, use the diagram below.
"IV COMBO
1) Connect the cable wire out from the wall in to the cable box RF input.
2) Connect an RF cable outfrom the cable box in to the TV VHF/UHF input.
3) Plug the power cord into a nearby AC outlet,
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= CONNECTIONS
CONNECTING TO A CAMCORDER
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1) Press on the PUSH markon the frontpanel door to open it
2) Connecta yellow videocable frccnthecam-ccrder c_tput intothe 1_ V'_o leperjack.
3) Connect a white (o_Black) Monoaudiocable fromthe camcorderoutput intoihe _ audio inputjack.
[3 Referto ff_a_er_ _s_ctlens f_ further intorma_3nabout#_ec_z_orde_
CONNECTING TO HEADPHONES/EARPHONES
1) Presscn the PUSH markon thefront panel door toopen it.
2) Insertthe earphone/headphoneplug intothept_nes input jack,
C3Refe(to #_eheadphonesor_ instn_ns forfurff_er_Tr_tlen.
GETTING STARTED J
REMOTE CONTROL
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CHANCING THE BATTERIES
Be sure to use only size AA battedes.
] Push down the remote's back
on
cover and slide
towards the bosom to remove it.
] two supplied AA batteries, carefully noting _e
Insert the
%" and "-" markings on the batteries and remote
contror. To avoid a short circuit, insert "-" end first.
] Snap the cover back into place.
_3 /f the remote control acts erratical_ replace the batteries.
Typical battery life is usually about one yea_
We recommend alkaline batteries for a longer battery life,
NOTE:
Whenyou change the batteries,tf_ tocornpistethe task
within3 minutes. If ittakeslongerthan 3 minutes,theremote
controlcodes for yourCable box willhaveto be reset(page
10).
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GETTING STARTED
POWER
O Press the POWERbutton on the remote control or the TV/VCR combe front panel. The On Timer
lamp will glow red.
O Make sure that the _//CA]_/switch on the remote +sset to "rv. 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!
O Toturn the power off, press the POWERbutton again. The On Timer lamp will go out.
_1 The On Timer lamp will glow green when the On/Off Timer is set to yes, even when the 3=/power
is off.
ADJUSTING VOLUME
[] Adjust the volume with the VOLUME-/+ buttons on the 13//VCR combo front panel or on the
remote control. Press the VOLUME- button to lower the volume. Press the VOLUME+ button to
raise the volume.
] Press the MUTINGbutton to instantly turn the volume off to zero. TOrestore the volume to the
previous volume level, simply press the MUT_N_button again.
CHANGING CHANNELS
[] 10 key direct =recess.
Press the numbers on the remote's 10 key pad. For single-digit channel numbers press O then the
number. For channels above 100, press the 100+ button plus the 2_igit number.
[] CR_t_. --/+ button.
Press the CHANNEL--/÷ button, to scan the channels in order.
O Afterycu operate the Auto Tuner Setup (page 12),all of the blank, or empt_ channets willbe removed
[romscanning so that there is no noise of chetv_l snow when you scan, onty active channels,
] Return.
Press the RETURNbutton 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 RETURNbutton
to flip directly back and forth.
REMOTE PROGRAMMING l
SE1RrlNO THE CATV CODES
CABLE BOX OR SATELLITE SETUP
Ttm re_ is programmed v,_th'theCATS/and Satellite codes forpower on and off, 10 key, and channel up
and down.
1) Determine the correctcode from the"cA'rv & Satellite Codes"chart betcw
2) Slide the 2*WayMode Selector Switchto CATV.
3) Pressand holddown the DISFt_ybutton.
4) Enterthe 3_igit code withthe 10 key pad while continuingto holddown the DisP,_ybutton.
5) Release theDISPLAybutton.
6) Confirm_ operation of thecable box.
CAI"V & Satellite Codes
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_C 036 001 011 00Q 009 033 01_1
O55
_nuoNx 044
vcher 02900104401_8091063C,42
(_0C62076
• OS2
_abt_tmna 0_9 001C44068 001 076
_l_t _ _ _ 04_"_ 062UIt8
_ _2_1
_ _7 067_7_
011
Mat_uldla O16O17
0O7
011 _.16 010 0121_7
_ 016017
P_ 1107
_i_ 016017
_ 014041
R_ 007
_ 068 072
g 016 017 O_ 032 _ t_2078
_2_
_ 016017
_ _1 004_
C.M_E _ COOEII
Sulrquest OO4
_,ean_ 019 0_5
randy O62
reia_Ji 074_4
reklcaplton 0e_077
fele,,lmv _ 040042078094
Te_,mc_n 0180190_5
ro_m 0330_40480A9001042
(;910"/3
Tcerd_ 03600706_070
JnidenSe_te 065069
Jn_ 029001044OB8091063
042000052076
J_d AJI_I 011
JnlmcJC_ 001
J_kenke 0420430440520630e8
082
_ceey 007O50023045
_ldTech 064
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= USING THE
USING THIS GUIDE:
Throughout thisguide there arecedatn symbolswe use
as shorthandto showyou whatto do Whenyou see
them,keep these factors inmind:
AV Up and down arrows mean press the ML=_J UP c_
MENU DOWN buttons. Pressing the up or down
hutts_s allows you to:
• Move vet t=cally in the main menu screen
• Move through a submenu, Or
• Move to the nexl le_e_ number, or Other
choice in a submenu, of
• Back up to correct an error
4_
Left and right anows mean press tbe M_U L_mor
MB'_JRIGHTbuttonto:
• Select the highlighted item,or
• Select theoptionsin a submenu
Tho "Press Button"means you should press
that button on the recnote control
_r The "Helping Hand" pointsto the highlightedor
selected itemina menu.
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O Importantinformation,or a note,about a feature
follows a cube like thisone.
SMieJ_C_PnAL LETteRSare used when we refer
to buttons, this is important because some
tr_nu functions have the same name
THE ONSCREEN MENUS:
To _ up the onlcte_lt menu, presstheMENU
button ce theremote, and themenu will appear on the
screen,The 'Helping Hand' vailappear next toan item
that is selected,
Whenyou firstturn onthe _ the "PictureSettings"
menu wil!appear, However,"lnftlelSetup" isso
impertent,that this guidebegins here
INITIAL SETUP ITEMS
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MENU
VCR SETUP SETTINGS
PICTURE SETTINGS V
SOUND SETtiNGS _F"
TIMER SETUP ITEMS V
GENERAL ITEMS _F"
INITIAL SETUP
AUTO TUNER SETUP
Qudog Auto TunerSetup,the TVwill
automatleal_/ scan _ all available
channels and _ #zeac_e ones
so that whenyou scan, ycu do notpick
up weak o_"noisy channels.
(_ Press M_u button
ally
&_' ToAUTO TUNER SETUP
41• Tooperate
• • To choose CABLE orAIR
AV To move to START
• • Tostud Auto Tuner Setup
The Programming takes approximately
1to 2 minutes
CHANNEL SUMMARY
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.
(_ Press any MENU Button
AT To CHANNEL SUMMARY
• • To operate
Nob: Noise Muting will not work while
you are in the Channel Summary menu.
IIP_lN
You can manually set channels to scan
thet were too weak to be picked up
during Auto Tuner Setup. Conversely ff a
channel was too weak to receive a good
picture but was picked up ar6Nta_ delete
it by removing the q. (If ycu have not
performed the Auto Tuner Setup
described in the previouscc_umn,please
de so now.)
Note: Noise Muting will not work while
Auto Tuner Setup is working.
_) -/+ to select the channel
CHANNEL
&V TOthe SCAN colun'_
• • To add or delete from scan
EXITwhen finished
Note: Channels set to scan will be
marked withan q.
NOb: 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 "_
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CHANNEL GUARD - LOCK
&V To CHANNEL SUMMARY
• • To operate
(_ CHN_NEL+/- to select thechennoi
AI.V TOthe Lock column
(_ The access code zero (O)to k)ck
or unlock that channel
(_ EXIT when finished
Note: When viewing, once the Channel
Guard for a specifK:channel has been
unlocked, thatchannel will remain
unlocked until power to the tek_ision is
turned off, To reaehvate Channel Guard,
turn the power off and then on again.
CHANNEL GUARD MESSAGE:
This message appears when a viewer
attemptsto watch a guarded channel:
TOwatcha channel you have locked,enter
_e Icck code usingthe 10 keyped. An
explena_n of how toset _e lockcode
appears inthenext columnonINs page,
If the wrong lOCkcode isentered, this
message will flash on the screen:
SETUP
SET LOCK CODE
The Leek Code/oc_ and unlocks
Channel Guard settings. Writethis four
digit number down and keep it safe
frompotential viewerst
(_ Press any MEnUbctton
&T To SET LOCK CODE
• • To operate
it
Thepadlock iconappears
ZERo(theaccesscc_eiszero)
• • To choose the number
Ay To move to the next place
Continue to fo/fow these direcifons for
all four numbers
&V To FINISH
<11_ TO save settings and exit
(_ Exit when finished
Note: If you forget yourLock Code
you can check your code by going to
the setup screen of the Set LockCode
function.
Note: After a power interruptionof
more tharl90 seconds you must reset
the lock code.
VCR PLUS* GUIDE srrup
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. vailautomatically 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 Flus'. These guide numbers
may be found in your local TV
magazine cr newspaper's TV lis_ngs.
To Set Local Channels for VCR
PLUS*
(_ Press any of the menu buttons
to display the Initial Setup
screen
AV ToSelect SET VCR PLUS"
GUIDE CHANNEL
• • To display the SET VCR PLUS"
GUIDE CHANNEL menu
screen
INITIAL SETUP
VCRPLUS"GUIDE SETIlp
Cor_nued..
Belowisthe VCRPlus+Guide Setup
Menu
AV To move toa TV CH position
which corresponds to a
particular GUIDE CH number
• • To Select a receivable 33/CH
Repeat the steps described above
until all receivable channels have
been set,
(_ EXITto save settings and exit,
Your TVNCR Combo is now reedy to
accept VCR Plus- codes.
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TINT" BRIGHT BASS
Tint allows you to adjust the levels of Adjust the degree of light and dark in The Bass level adjustment lea_m allows
red and green in the pleture, the picture.
you to raise or lewer the level of lewer
PressanyMB_ubd_on _ Rress anyl_t_o tx,_on frequencles le the TV'ssouncL
• ,V TOTINT AV TOBRIGHT (_) Press 8ny MENUt_Jtton
• TOaccentuate green • To lighten the picture _,_' TO BASS
4 To accentuate red • To darken the picture • To emphasize bass
&v To move to the next A_I' Tomove to the next or previous 41 TO reduce bass
&T TO move to next
COLOR DETAIL
Coler allews you to adjust both the L_tall allows you le adjust the lever of lnREBLE
vividness and subtlety of the cole_ detail wi_in the picture. The Treblelevel adjus_'t;entfeature
a#ows you to relee _ icwer the level of
Pr'=_=sa=_yMr_u button _ Pressany Ma_J t:_Jtton hlgbarf_les inthe_3_ssound.
&V To COLOR kV To DETAIL
• Tomake colorsmore vivid )" TOmake the picture sharper '_J
press
_y
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4 Tosubdue colors • Tomake the picture smOOther AV To TRF,BLE
AV To move to the next orprevious &V TOmove to the previous • TOincrease treble
• To decrease treble
AV To move to next
I_CT'URE
Picture allows you to adjust the range
between bleck and white in the
picture.
Press M_U button
any
k_ll' To PICTURE
• To increase contrast
• To decrease contrast
kV To move to the next or previous
BALANCE
The Balance adjustment hpature
allows you to center the TV_ sound to
your needs.
Press any M_ button
To BALANCE
• To shift the speaker balance to
the right
• To shift the speaker balance to
tba _ft
•,V To move to next
MTS (Multi.Channel
"television Sound)
MTS technology gives you a choice
among stereo, moP_, and Second
Audio Programs (SAP).
Press any MB_U button
&V To MT8
• IP" Select the mode
(The ON AIR arrow tells you if
the current signal contains
Stereo or SAP)
Note: Keep the TV in STEREO mode
to get the fullest sound quality
Note'. SAP witt arrow you to hear an
alternative soundtrack, if available,
Note: Choose MONO to reduce
excess noise iRa program or chanrlel.
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SET CLOCK (S_AUTO)
The Clock is the heart of all timer
functions, Youmust set the clock before
any t_merfunctions will work Your clock
can be set automatically by using a
broadcast signal available in most areas
Press Channel +/- to go to your
local PBSstation(These stutio=3s
carry theEDS orXD$ time signal)
_ Pre_ any ofthe Menu.
AV TOSET CLOCK
• • Toopemte
• • To choose SEMI-AUTO
&!l* To move to time zone
• • To set the time zone
AI.Y To move to DS.T (Daylight
Savings Time)
q • To turn D.S_ ON or OFF
&V TOmove to FINtSH
• • TOexit and save settings
CLOCK SET MESSAGE
If you do nut set the clock but attempt to
use a timer functioeanyway,you willget
the following message:
SET CLOCK (M_uAL)
If you are in an area that does not
receive the EOS or XDS signal needed
for the Set Clock (Semi-Auto) function,
or if ¥o(J wish to set the clock toa
different hme, use the manual function.
Press any M_vJ button
_I.Y ToSET CLOCK
• • Tooperate
• • To choose MANUAL
AV To move to hour
• • To set the hour (AM/PM)
AV To move to minutes
• • To set the minutes
AV TOmove to month
• • TOset the month
AV TOmove to date
• • To set the date
AV TOmove to year
• • Toset the year
AV TOmove to D.S,T.
• • Toturn D.S.T ON or OFF
AV To Move to STARTCLOCK
• • Tostart the clock
If y_u want to_ze _e TV
clock with ano_er clock or t_ne aigr_,
press _ or RIGHTMENUarrow at the
apprepnate time, and the ct_ck VNIstart
at that moman_
CLOCKS/TIMERS
Notes for Canadian customers regarding the clock feature of the TV-20240
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SET CLOCK (SE_UTO)
TheSetClock (Semi-,_,uto)featureuses
theXDSor EDStimesignalto setthe
internalclockof theTVNCRCombe.Itis
accessedfromthemenubelow (Please
seepage 17ofthe InstructionBookfor a
full explanetJonof settingtheclock ofthe
TVNCRCombo),
Set Clock - Semi-Auto menu screen
S_ial rtotm for tom|dent, of
Newfoundnand,
The Set Clock (Semi-Auto) feature cannot
be used to set the TVNCR's internal clock
to Newfoundfand time. The time zone
command does not include a setting for
the Newfoundland time zone Trying to use
the Semi-Auto feature in the
Newfoundland time zone could result in an
incorrect time setting or no se_ing at all.
Please set your TVNCR's dock using the
SeEClock - Manual feature
TheXDSand EDSsignalsare cardedonly
by certainb_oadcasttelevisionstations
(farexample,thesignal is carriedby most
PublicBroadcastingServicestalJons)You
mustbe abletoreceive a stationcarrying
theXDSor EDSsignal touse the
Semi-Autufeatureto setyourTVNCR's
internalclock. Ifyou livein anareathat
doesnotbroadcastXDSor EDSsignals,
you mustsettheclock manually.Please
seepage 17for instructionson howto
manuallysetyourTVNCR'sclock.
Set ClOck - Manual menu screen
Detailedinstructionsonhowto
manuallysettheclock maybefound on
page 17ofyour TVNCR'sInstruction
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ON/OFF TIMER
Use the On/Off Timer as an alarm to
wake up, as a program reminder, oras
a decoy when you're out of the house.
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AV TOON/OFF TIMER
41J" TOoperate
• • To set the hour (AM/PM) you
w_;t the 1%/to turn on
• To move to minutes
• • Toset the minutes
• Toaccept ON TIME and to
move to OFFTJME (set time for
TV to turn off)
• To move to CHANNEL
• • To select channel
• To move to MODE
• _' ChOose ONCE or EVERYDAY
• ToYES NO
• • Choose YES for on, NO for off
• ToFINISH
• • Tosave settings
(_ Exrrwhenfinished
Note: In order for ON/OFF Timer to
work, the clock must be set Alter a
power interruptionof more than 90
seconds timer settings will be turned off
end will need to be reset.
Note: ON/OFF Timer cannot be set to
lockedor guarded channels.
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LANGUAGE
Choosefrom English,French, orSpanish
on-screenmenusand displays.
_) Pr_s gay _ bu_l
&• TOLANGUAGE
41• TOchoose a language
Exrrwhen finished
CLOSED CAPTION
If they ate included in a pn_gram,you can
view closedcaptions or text information.
(_ Press anyMENUbutton
&• TOCLOSED CAPTION
"• TOeberate
&• TOCAPTION or TEXT
• • TOselecta caption or text ch_nel
&• TOFINISH
• • Tosave settings and exit
NOI= Seepege 25 fordetailsonao_e_ng
desed _ w#h_e Cu:_z) C,_='n0NI_tton
_nyoJ"remctec_.
Note: Closed captioningmay notcorrecUy
operate when the signalreceived i$weak
or when you are playinga video tape.
NOISE MUTING
Eliminates noise from channels thatare
not broadcasting or are too weak,
_)) Press Ma_J button
any
&• TONOISE MUTING
• • Toturn ON/OFF
Note: Noise Muting will not workwhen
you operate Auto Tuner Setup or Chenne_
Summar_
BAS
IC VCR FUNCTIONS
VCR BASICS
This section of the guide will explain
the many functions of the VCR
portion of your new TVNCR Combo.
We will begin witha basic explana-
tion of how to load, view and elect a
video cassette.
LOADAVIDEOCASSE'rFE
Makesurethe"window"ofthevideo
cassetteisfacingup,and therear
labelof thevideocassetteisfacing
you.Insertthecassetteintotheslot
belowthetelevisionscreenby
pressingontherearofthecassette.
Donotusetoomuchpressurewhen
inserting.Ifthe tabattherearof the
cassettehasbeenremoved,
playbackofthetapewillbegin
automatically:
RND THE START OF THE
PROGRAM
If thetape is not set at the start of'the
program,you can move backwards
on the tape by using the REWbutton
on the remote or TVNCR combo trent
panel, Press REW to rewind the tape
to the desired paint. To advance
forward on the tape, press the FF
button.
STARTPLAYBACK
TObeginviewingavideocassette,
pressthe PLAYbuttononthe remote
orontheTVNCRcombofrontpanel.
A videopicture_ll appear
STOP PLAYBACK
Toend playback of the video
cassette, press the STOP button on
the remote or the SmP/EJEm button
on the TVNCR combo front panel.
The video playback will stop and the
on screen display willautomatically
switch to the television (or to LINE if
LINE INPUT is selected).
SIMPLE RECORDING
TOrecord a television program, fitst
select the channel airing the program
you wish to record using the t0-digit
key pad or CHANNEL+/- buttonson
the remote control. Next, press the
SP/EP button to select the recording
speed (for more on recording speeds
see page 20). Tobegin recording,
press the PLm_button while holding
down the RECbutfon,'llle foliowiog
display willappear on screen over
the television picture for a few
second8,
Dhannel/Rec.
e Counter
When the program is over,press STOP
to finish recording.
TAPE COUNTER
The Tape Counter appears on screen
when you fast forward or rewind as a
guide to showhow muchtape is left
on a cassette. It atso appears when
you begin recording or playback. To
see the tape counter display at o_er
times, press DqS_LAy.For more on
DnSPLAy,see page 24. Toreset the
counter, pressC/wcEL on the remote.
EJECTING THE CASSETTE
To remove a cassette from the unit,
press the STOP I/EJECT butter on the
TV/VCR combe front panel. The...
mark will begin to flash and the
cassette will be elected from the unit.
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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 MENUbuttons to
display the menu screen.
REGULARVCRPROGRAMMING
Thisfunctionfet_you manuallyinput
thetime,dateandchannelinforma-
tionfora programyouwishto
record.(ToprogramyourVCRusing
VCRPlus+cedessee page22)
&V ToREGULARVDR
PROGRAMMING
• • Tooperate
Thefollowingmenuwiilappean
4• Toselect DATE
AT ToSTART (hour AM/PM)
• • Toset the time you wish the
VCR recording to begin,
• When you pressthe Right
or Leftarrow button, the
current time isfirst displayed.
AV To STOP
• • To set the time you wish the
VCR recording to end
MENU ITEMS
&v ToCHANNEL
• _- Toselectthechannelofthe
programyouwishto record.
&V ToRECORDINGSPEED
• • Toselecttherecording
speed.
• SP - selecttorecordat standard
speed.
• EP- set_t torecordat 1/3normal
speed.
&V Tomoveto FINISH
• • Toexit programmingand
saveyour settings.The
followingmessagewill
appear:
i_) TheTIMERbuttononthe
remotecontrol.Thetimeris
nowinstandby
"fieREClampv_Hglowgreenm _e
f,'mtpaneloftheur,t,indic_ng_e
tttnerhasbeenprografrrned.When_e
pmgra_ statt0mearn,,_s,theREC
lampwillglowredandrecedingv_ll
_gn, When_e p_gr_mmedstmtb-ne
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_ttocceo_'dingifE_scoareotho¢
pre-r_pmgrar__e I_npwillturngree_.
t,lom o_ oq_cl_stog t0€ol1€_
ffthetimerissettoreoordI_odlferent
seco'_dn_c_dhgwilln0tstat_untilthefirst
isf_i_'_l. F_*ex_n_qeiforu_timett
r_oord_ issottomnfrom5:00to &_),
aedasecondissetfrom5:30to7:00,tt_e
whe__efirstfinishes.Ifonep_rarn
I _ VCR MENU ITEMS
RECORDING SPEED
Select the speed atwhichyou
wouldliketo recordSP(standard
play)orEP(extendedpday)
(_) Pressany MENUbutton to
display the VCRmenu
screen.
AV ToRECORDINGSPEED
4• Toset to SPor EP
PressEXITto finish
AUTO SP-)EP
This functionis used with timer-
recording (pg 20 or pg 22) while in
the SPtape speedmode. The unit
automatically calculatesthe amount
of time left inthe recording and the
amount oftape lefton thecassette.
Ifthereis not enough tapeto finish
the recording, the unitautomatically
switchesto the EPmode to finish
the recording.
_B) Press8flyMENUbutton to "
displaytheVCRmenu
screen.
AV ToAUTOSP.-)EP
• • Toset to ON or OFF
ON:The unitwillautomatically
switch from SPto EPspeed if
thereis notenough tape left
onthe cassette tofinish the
recording.
OFF:Thetape speed willnot
change.The tape may run out
beforerecording is finished.
(_) PressEXiTtofinish
REPEAT PLAY
Onceplayback of a cassettehas
finished,this function automatically
rewindsthe tape and begins
playbackagain. Playback may be
repeatedupto 50 times.
PressanyMENUbuttonto
displayVCRMenu screen
,&v ToREPEATPLAy
• • ToturnRepeatplayON or
OFF
ON: Once a tape hasfinished it
willautomaticallyrewind
and replay
OFF: Tapewillstopwhen
playbackiscompleted.
PressEXrrto finish.
Note; Ifa non-recordedperiodof
threesecondsor moreisencoun-
tered ona tape, playbackwillstop
andthe tapewillautomatically
rewind.Ifyoutimer-recordtwo
programsback-to-back,a non-
recordedperiodwillaut_atically
be insertedbetweenprograms.
V.STABILIZER
Thisfunctioneliminates anyvertical
shakingof thevideo image during
playbackin EPmode.
PressanyMENUbuttonto
display the VCRmenu
screen.
AV ToMSTABILIZER
4• Toturn ON orOFF
(_ Press EXIT finish
to
Notes:Closed Captioning maynot
displayproperlywhen _LStabilizer
issetto 'ON'.
Aftera powerinterruptionoroncea
tape isejected,V. Stabilizerwill
retumto"OFF'.
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Your TVNCR Combo comes
equipped with VCR Plus+ technolo-
gy. This function allows you to
program your VCR simply by
entering the VCR Pfus+ code number
associated withthe program you
wish to record.
Note: Before VCB Rus+ can be
used, VCR Plus guide channels must
be programmed, See VCR Rus
Guide Setup in "initial Setup" page
14, if you have not yet programmed
these channels).
'rIMER RECORDING WITH VCR
PLUS+
Pressthe VCRPLUS+button
onthe remotecont_
YCR_US* codes_n appears
Enter theVCR PLUS* code (three-to-
eight digit number) of the show you
wishto record usingthe 10-key pad
on the remote control.The following
screen witlappear:
Note: If you enter the VCR Plus+
code incorrectly, press CANCELOf1the
remote. The first screen will
reappear.
VCR PLUS*
Press the OAILY/_/EEKLY
bLr[ton to select howoften a
program should be recorded,
ONCE, DAILY,or WEEKLY
(_) Press the SP/EP button to
select SP orEP recording
speed. (See pg 20 fo_more
on tape recording speeds)
(_ Pressthe VCR PLUS'button
Thefollowingscreenwillappear,
displayingasummaryoftheinforma-
tionyoujustentered:
If the settingsare correct,pressthe
VCR PLUS'button again to accept. The
following message will appear:
If you wishto make a correction, use
the (&T) buttons to move to the item
and the (q_,) buttons to correct.Once
correctedpress VCR PLUS*to accept
the settings.
(_ Press the Timer button
on the remote control.The timer
is now in standbymode.
The REC lamp will glow green _ the
front panel of the unit, indicatlog the
timer has been programmed, When the
programmed starttimeatrk,es, the
REClamp wiil glow _edand recording
will begin. Whenthe progran'tnedslop
time arrives, the lampwill go out and
the recording _11automatically stop. If
there areotherpro-set recordings the
REC lamp will glow green.
_ TROUBLESHOOTING /
TIMER RECORDING
"rROIJBLESHOOTINO
The following are some common
problems/issues that may arise while
using Timer Recording.
REC limp Marts flashing when yOU
press TIeR oft the remote control.
No cassette is loaded into VCR.
Insert a cassette into VCR and
contit_ue+
Cassettetoaded hasitsrecording tab
removed.
Inserta recordable cassette,or cover
themissingtab hole withtwo layers of
tape,
ITR
INS'rANT TIMER
RECORDINO (n'R/
Instant Timer Recording allows you to set
the VCR timer after thevideotaping of a
program has begun. _ ITR timer can
be programmed to stop recording up to
four hours after ithas begun.
Touse the ITR timer, the VCR must
already be recording. Press the REC/ITR
button on the front panel of the VCR
(Note: This function cannot be accessed
withthe remotecontrol)
REC/Im
The following display wilt appear on the
screen:
The followingmemMigeappears
whenattemptingto eject tape or
operateVCR:
PresstheTIMERbutton and set Timer
Mode toOff, Tryoperating VCRagain.
To stop tapingonce automatic
recordinghis begun.
PresstheTIMERbutton, then theSTOP
button.
Ti_etimer above is set to stop mc_'ding in
30minutes,
Press the ITR button again to increase
the amount of time on the ITR timer. Each
press increases theamount by 30
minutes. The ITR timer can he set from a
minimum of thirty minutes 'ITR 0:30' to a
maximum of four hours 'ITR 4:00' When
the time allotted to the ITR expires, the
recording automatically shuts off.
Note: Tocancel the ITR timer, press the
REC/ITRbutton until the on-screen display
disappears.
Note: TOstop recording before the
allotted time expires, press the STOP
button.
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This sectionwil!describe in detatl the
differentbuttons on y_Jr remote
contr_ and their functions. Buttons
related to the operation of the televi-
sion are listed ftrst, followed by the
buttons used to operate the VOR. 7he
names of individual buttons in this
section are printed in S_ALLCAPS.
DISPlAy
TheDisplay screen shows the current
status of timers and inputs.
[2 The c_ _ AVinput (Channel07)
Q Current time (12:20 PM)
{3 Current date (Jan 26, 1999)
O Recording Speed (EP)
Amount of tape remaining on video
cassette. (-:--)
D Sleep Timer status/minutes
remaining (OFF)
O OSIOffTimer status (OFF)
Each pressof the OISPL_Ybutton
changes the displey mode:
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Display shows the above menu screen.
Time shows only the current time over
the tetsvision picture Channel shews
only the number of the channel the
television is currently tuned to. VCR
shows the VCR's current function (for
exemple - 'Play') and tape counter.
Note: VCR disptsyis only available
when there is a tape in the unit.
VIDEO STATUS
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"Standard" resets the picture settings to
factory-set levels.
"Clrlemm" Gives a film-like look to televi-
sion and video programs
"Gain" enhances the appearance of
video game graphics.
{_ VIDEOSTATUS
SLEEP TIMER
Sleep Timer turns off the TV for you in
case you fall asleep. Program it to work
in intervals of 15 minutes up to 180
minutes.
SLEEp TIME}_
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SLEEP'riMER MESSAGE
20 seconds prior to the automatic
shut-off,this message will appear:
You then have 20 seconds topress the
SLEE_ TIMB_button to delay tom off for
another 15 minutes.
NUMBER BUTTONS
10 KEY PAD
P_s _woof the numl_ _ fomc_ ta
slrgle and _l_e d_gitchannels
To move_ Chenrd 7:
(_ 0 (zero)
7 (seven)
Tile fO0+ button accesses all channels
above Channel 99.
To move to Channel 124:
(_) 100+
_) 2 (two)
(_ 4 (fc,Jr)
MUTIN@
TheMunt_ buttonturnsthesoundoff
completa_ whenyoupressit.
MUTING
The sound v_/Iturn off
completely
Note: TOrtaumto the _dginsl v_ume
pre_ MU_NG_in.
MENU BUTTONS ( Av41_ )
Pressany of thefour menu buttons to
access the onscreert rne_u Systarn.
INPUT
INm_rselects the input mode
{NPUT
RETURN
Return to the last channel viewed after
moving to another channel via the 10 key
pad.
Move to another channel usingthe
10 key pad
RETURN
The ]3/will return to the first
channel
EX/T
The _r button /ets you leave any met_
and return to normal television viev,qng.
CLOSED CAPTION
_ew the closed captions or text when
included in a broadcast.
(_) CLOSEDCAPTION
Note: Fo_mote Jnthrmatonon Closed
Cap,on, see page 18.
Note: Closed _ing isnot avsllapison
wdeo cassa_es.
CHANNEL +/.
The C.H_WEL+/- button lets scan forward
and backwards through the available
televislen channels. For more on this
leature, see page g
VOLUME +/-
Ti_eVOLUME+/- button raises or lowers the
volume. For more on this lear;ire, See
page g
TV/CATV SWITCH
For normal operation ofyour TV/VOR
combo, set the TV/VCRswitch to "Tv'. ff
you use a cable box to select d_annets,
set the switch to "CAT_'_
Note: _e VCR butters willonly workwhen
fi_eremoteis setto 'TV'. Ifyou usethe 'CA'I_f
set_og,you naJ_ switshta "T_ wheny0u
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VCR FUNCTIONS • BASIC
The foflowthgbuttonscontrol the basic
functions of the VCR.
(_ PLAy
O Beginsplayback of a videocassette.
0 Rewinds tape.If pressedwhentape is
stopped,the rapecounterwill be
displayed c_ screen.Can alsobe used
w_ PLAYtOscan backwardsthrough
tape.
(_) FF
El FastFoN_rd. If pressedwhen tape is
stopped,_e tape counterwillbe
displayed_1 screen.Can alsobe used
w_ Ft_yto scanfow,'ard throughtape
at anacceleratedrate.
PAUSE
[3 Freezes a singleframeof video on
screendudn9 playback, pres_ PLAYto
resumenormalplayback,
[3 Whgetape la paused, you can
advice fo_ard frame-by-frame,Each
pressof _e PJ,L_Ebutfo_will movethe
tapa ahead _e ben_e.
O Whitetape la pta.hn9back, _ c_
sinwthe speed to 1/6 of non'nalby
press_g and holdingPAL_ fortwo
seconds.
_) REC
[3 Immediately begins recording of
i_'_ram currently on tel_ion. TOstari
r_'ding, press FLAYwhile be4ofng
STOP
[3 Ha_s VCRlunotlan.Will stoptape
dunngplSy, record, tast-fc_tard,
rewindfun_. If pressed whileREW
o_FF _s_k-,g usedw_ F_x. tape '_
returnto normalplayback.
INDEX SEARCH
Most JVC-brand VCR_ aulo'natioa/h/
insert an index mark at the start of a
recording. The/NO_ _ +/- buttons
Csn be Used to scan a Cassette for
these marks, to quicttiy findthe
beginning of a taped program.
+
Scans tape forward for indexmarks. If
•ere arenumerousprograms recorded
onone tape,you can pres_the INO_<
SEN_CHb_iton a number of timesto
search fc_thatnumberof marks.(Fo_
examplefour presseswill move ahead
four indexmarks). A recordingup to nine
index m_rksahead maybe accessed.
(_) IN_ -
SEARCH
Scans tape backwardfor indexmarks. If
there are numerousprogramsrecorded
on one tape.you can pms_ the JN_
SFJ'_CHbutton a numberof timesto
search for thatnumberof marks.(FO_
exampla fourpresses willmove back four
index marks) A (ecordlag upto nine
index marks behind may be acce_sed.
TRACKING ADJUSTMENT
During pisybaal_ if tracking (the
a/tgnmentof the_d6o heads an the
video cassettetape) deviates, an unclear
picture is displayed _is TV/VCR Combo
is equipped withan automatic tracking
function.There are _e Caseswhen
manual_acking adjus_nent isn_eded.
Theythc/ude:
• When the auto trackittttdoes not work
properly and the piotu_ _isns unofea_
•/f the picturemoves verttcaliyduring
playback
Open thecoverof the TV/VCR
_o'nbo frantpanel.
pressthe CHANNEL+ and
CH_NN_oon the front panel
simu/taneous¥ dur_ l_aypeck.
I¢o_: NOspecial trackk_g indicationwill
al3_ar On screen.
Press eithertheC_ + or
C_EL . buttons to rsduce the
diNtrrb_e or vertica_ "vil_
of the picture.
Note: Once video ca._tohe is _mo_,
manual trackingwill automatkia//ybe
turned off
BUTTON FUNCTIONS VCR
SKIP SEARCH
Each timey_u pressthe SK_.S_RCHbut_n
whilea tapa la p_/iog, #_eun# _ fast-
fotw_d abead 3Osecotx_ on _e ta_e, Ycu
maypr_ss the buttanup to fourtime$ ina
rowio move 120s_o_ds m t_omP_s
aheed,
_ s_s_
R_.WSW
Oncea _Pner-rscordP_3has fP_shed,
pressing_e RE-V_ tx,ffonaut_y
re_d_ _e tape to _e s_t of the r_v_y
P_-V_EW
Note: No o_er VCR func'_0r_can pe used
beforep_ing RE-V_EW.Using any other
functionswillpreventRE-V_,vfromv,orldrig,
EZJECT
The v_eo cassetteisautornaPcal_
the EZ,_:T _on.
_ _JECT
_ pressingDtsRAywhiioa videocassetal
laplay_ngyc_Jcancheck onhowrnuch
tape rern_nsor tape spe_of Displayalso
shows_e tape counteron-screen.Referto
page _4 ior mote de_i_.
_D:s_y
CANCEL
Use tocancel a pre-sat #rnedpn3gramor if
you input a VCRFfur code inccrrect/yan
_e VCR Plus_ screen
l_lsP
Selects a mc_rdingsp_ed (SPor EP)ior
simplerecording.See _RegularVCR
Pn3grammmg"on pege 2Ofor more detalls.
SPtEP
SHuT'rLS PLUS +/-
Lets you gradua@ _c_se or decrease the
playb_..k spe_d of a v/deocassette. Wi_ a
wd_p_ play_gcpeose_ _ _
PLUS+ or S,_,n_ PLus- bu#on
SHulT_ PL_ +
Each dme thi_ buttonla _x_shed,p_aypack
spaed wi/IP_rease. Buttoncen pa pusped
a masi_ _f seventin_es.
(_ _ PLUS-
Each tirnethis buttonla p_she_ playback
speed willdecrease. Button can bepushed
a _ d seven _mes.
Toresume pl_yback at nom_l spesd, press
the P_y button.
TIMER
Leis ,u_u _um_ TimerModeON and O/:E
T_M_
V_R PLMB÷
Acceases P_ TV/VCRCombo's VCRRue_
_ur_tior_. For mo_ io_'rr_tlon on drr_r
receding with VCR P_us*,seepage 22.
_) VCR pLUS+
DAILY/WEEKLY
Se_sctspewoftana prograrnwillbetscord-
ed:Onca,DaJ_,or Week_Pmssiog
Daiiy/W_kiy_11accessthi_pa_oninthe
_nw _ofng _.
o
Po
o
BUTTON FUNCTIONS. VCR 0 UBLESHO0 TING - TV
PROGRAM CHECK
The P_GR_V C_CK button a//ows you
to confirmthe programmed settings of
your VCR. Youcan also make changes
#you find any errors.
::: .... i.r_lq
Confirm "timer Settings.
Pressthe Program Check button to
display the timer information
_) Peon, CHECK
Z E3Pre_sagain to leavescreen.
P
Ch.r,Cng"Rews,,t.,,_,
0 _¢n the prngr_'n check screen.
&V TOprogram you _sh to change
• • TOdisplay "REGULAR VCR
PROGRAMMING"screen.
Program Check Continued
Use the Menu buttonsto selectwhich
_temsyou wish to change. (For more on
Regular VCR Programming, see page
20).
Cancelling l"fmer Programs
Pressthe Program Check button to
display the timer information
(_ PRO_, CHECK
Select the program you wishto cancel
(_ CANCEL
Press PROG. CHECK again to exit.
RECRTR
(On TV/VCRCombo un# frontpanel)
REJITR
PressingtheR_ _ once w#tbag_
Pressingbuffon a sscond tJrt_ witiactivate
IIR (th,_ant limer R_i_) _,_ S_
"thstent rur_ /_:o_ing" on pa_ 23 for
rr_e in_.
STOP/EJECT
(On TV/YCRCo_bo unlt/rontpana/)
Pressthg the _r bur_n once _*_l
play';_ck, ,'_'otrl, m_nd, eCc.,_e_ tt_o
b_ton _'_ P_ _R is s_ to e]ect
video ca_tt_.
T-
There is nopow_ • See ifthe power C_d became unplugged
• Perhaps youhave experienced a blowncirouff breakeror fuseor a power outage.
There is nopicture • The antennacould be disconnected.
orno sound • The input mode(33/or Video} couldnot be set properl_ refer to page 25.
• The tunermode (in theAuto TunerSetup) couldbe set improperly,referto page 12.
• The stationmay be havingdifficulties,check to see ifother channelsare operatingnotmall_
Remoteo3ntrotis • Cheek thatthe batteriesarestillworkJngarid properlyinstalled.
not operatingor • Make sure there are noobjects bk3ckicg a cleat path fi'omthe remote to theT_L
ogeratingproparly • Ckeckthat_ _/CA_V switchisin_e p,operp:_i_on-- setto1Vtoviewtelevldo_.
YOUcannot select a • Maybe you are toofar from the 1_ you must be within23 feet (or 7 meters).
certain channel • Makesure the cbentlols areprogrammed. See Channel Summary, page 12.
• Perhapsthe channelis locked,se_est_twth the 10key pad and f_low insUuctk_s_n page 13.
The powerturnsoff • Perhaps the On/_f Timer isset, pressthepower button, check page 18.
byitself , The pow_"wasioterruptedor tpa_ cordunplugged.Resetthe clooff,checkpage 17.
• The SleepTimer may be set,check page 24
The olock iswrong • The powerwas interruptedand theclocknot reset. Resetthe clock,check page 17.
3nTimer isblinking • There is a problem withtheT_ Unplug theset and callfor service.
'11_
The picturecok_ • Tintand cotormaybe improperlyadjusted.Check page 15.
qualityispoor • VideoStatesmode may be set toan inappropriatesetting. Check page 24.
There are lines • Therecould be interferencefromanother energy consuming appliance, such as a c_nputer,
across the picture another_ OrVCR. Move any othersuchappliancesfarther away frc_'nthe TV.
The pictureis • _re couldbe inted_rence _ a runninghigh wattage appliancesuchas a hair-dryer,vacuum
spotted cleaner,or neonsige. Youwillhave to rnovethe antennaaway fromthesourceof the
interferenceorchange itto a coaxialcedk_whichislessprone tointerf_ence.
Double picture • A buildingor airplanecan reflectthechginal signalproducing a second, delayed one. Adjust
(Ghosts) the antenna position.
Snow,/picture/ • The antennamay be damaged, disconnected orturned. Check theantenna connection,
Image noise page 6,and yourQuick Setup Guide. tfit isdamaged, you willhave toreplace it.
So_enis80%b_ack • Closed CaptionTextMode ison.Turnit offin theCfosed Captic*_Menu (pegs 18).
II1
BJngual_s_mo • Make sure the MTS mode is properly set Referto page 16 for details o41settingMTS Modes.
po_a'ns_nt heheard
TbereisrK)SOUOd "Tbe volumeisset to "0".Adjust it bypressingthe VOW_E+ button.
the_/ • Has theMuting buttonboon pressed? Ifso, press Muting again to returnvolumeto no_mal.
speakers. . Is an earphonetheedphone attached tothe iack at the front of theTV?If the phonesjack isin
use,theTV's speakerswillnot producesound.
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Staticelectricity • It is normal to foala surge of staticelectricity ifyou brush over or touch the soreen.
YOUheal 0ccasJ0nal • It isnormal forthe TV toemit cracklingsoundswhen fomed on or 0ff+Unlessthesound or
cracklingSounds pJoture bec_me abnormal, this isfine,
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The video Cassehe • Make sure you are aitempting to insert the lape pfopedy. _'_e cle_ window o_1the casselte
will not enter the should be facing up end the aibai on the narrow part of the ca_elle should face away
VCR bern the machine
• Are you attempgng to use a cassebe that is not a VHS or S-VHS type? Only these types of
casse(tes rns_/be uSed in this raachgte.
"he cassette will not * Is the VCR set for tin'_r-reec_'ding? A ¢_._ette cannot be removed whiai the _'ner is running.
eject To eject the tape while the grner isoberagng, press _e TIMI_ button _ the remote ContTOIto
shut it off. You may then press EJECTon the thmt panel of the unit to _e the tape,
Dual or stereo • This VCR allows for recording and playback in mono sound only.
sound cannot be
heard
TWOsounds are • When a tape wire stereo Hi-Fi recorded as its normal track is played back, two separate
heard at the same soundtracks may be head at the same time. Make sum whim renting or p'Jrehasing recorded
time during video tapes that they are compatible with monaural sound mode.
playback
Unit makes • Is the VCR set _ begin _imer-recording? When a timer*recc_ding steds, it is n_ma] to hear the
mec henical-type cassette tape being engaged inside the machine. This Is not a maffunction,
sounds when no • Have yoL_just finished watching a tape? TWO or three minutes _Ser you finish watching a tabe,
operation is being the VCR he_ds amomaticaity disengage from the tape to pn3tect the tape. Sound is also heard
performed at this time. This is not a makunofion eider,
The cassette gets • Try unplugging the unit from the power outaih then plugging back in ff this does not work, call
stuck helfw_y your local deaair for service.
during loading or
unk:edJng
The VCR started • During recording, playback, or fast forwarding when the unit reaches the end of the tape. it
rewinding the tape starts rewinding automatically
autornate.ally • Is the VCR set to Repeal Play _ See 'Repeat Play', page 21.
Recording won't • Has the safety tab at the rear of the cassette been removed? A cassette cannot be used for
start recording wRhout this tab if the tab is missing and you still want to reCOrd on that tape. cover
the hole with two layers of adhesive tape.
"Noise" (static) • The VCR heads may be dirty Use a commercially available cleaning cassette to clean the
appears on the heads.
picture during
_aybeck
Still (paused) • Manually adjust the VCR's trackthg, See "Tracking AdjusVnent', page 26.
)icture vibrates up
and down
VCR cannot be set • Are you I_ying to tirner-reco_d more than six programs? The maximum number of timer-
for tirner-_e¢ording recordings that can be set at one time is six.
• DO timer-reCOrdings overlap? YOUcan check timer settings by pressing PROG CHE_K on the
remote control. For PeoG. CHE_K, see page 28, For _ recording overlap, see page 20.
R_e VCR cannot be °Is there a video cassette inserted in the unit? If them is no cassette inserted, the VDR cannot
operated be operated
T=me_-mcording is • DO timer-recording overlap? See the 'Notes on ovededping programs' on page 20.
set but VCR cannot
timer record.
TV-20240
AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTERS
OOA'-, JVC E ,OE
HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER
TOLL FREE: 1 (800) 537-5722
Dear Customer; http d/www.jvcservlce,com I
m
In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase, read the instruction booklet hefore operating the uniL In the I
event that repair is necessary, or for the address nearest your location, please refer to the factory service center list below I
or within the Continental United States, ceil 1-800-587-5722 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 Fa_ls Road
Fairfield, NJ 07004-2105
(973) 808-9279
1500Lakes Parkway
Lawrenceville, GA 30243-5857
(4O4)339-2522
705 Enterprise Street
Aurora, IL 60504-8149
(630) 851-7855
5665 Corporate Avenue
Cypress, CA90630-0024
(714) 229-8011
2969 Mapunapuna Place
Honolulu, HA 96819-2040
(808) 833-5828
10700 HammerlySuite 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 JVO 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 CORF:
1700 Valley Road
Wayne, New Jersey 07470
-- IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT
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.
I
Don't service it yourself.
CAUTION
To prevent electrical shock, do not open the
cabineL NO user serviceable parts inside,
Refer to qualified service personnel.
I
-- ACCESSORIES
Topurchase accessoriesfor yourJVC product, you may contactyour local JVC Deale_ Or from the
48 Continental United States call toll free : I (800) 882.2345
No.51520 2-19
TVo20240
SPECIFICATIONS
Type
ReceptionFormat
ReceptionRange
PowerSupply
Powerconsumption
ScreenSize
AudioOutput
Speakers
AntennaTerminaJ
Externalinputjacks
Phonesjack
Recording/Ptayback
system
VideoSignal
Recordingsystem
TapeSpeed
Programcapacity
Memorybackup
time
ClockReference
ExternalDimensions
(WxHxD)
Weight(Ibs./kg.)
Accessodas
oecificationssubecttochange withoutnotice.
JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA
DIVISIONOF JVCAMERICAS CORP.
1700 Valley Road
Wayne, New Jersey 07470
TV/VCRCombo
NTSC,BTSCSystem(MultiChannelSound)
VHF2 to13.UHF14to69 SubMid,Super,Hyper,andUltrabands
(181channelfrequencysynthesizersystem)
120VAC,60 Hz
100W/ 1.5A
20 Inches/ 50.8cmmeasureddiagonallyfullsquare
1.2Wx1.2W
1-4/5"x 4' / 4.5x10 cmovalx2
75ohms(VHF/UHF)terminal(F-typeconnector)
Video:1Vp-p.,75ohms
Audio:5O0mVrms(-4dBsaudio)highimpedance
3.5mmstereomini-jack
VHSsystem(SQPB)
4 headhelicalscansystem
NTSCsystem
VHSmonauralsystemMonaural-lineartracksystem
EP/SP
1- monthprogrammabletimer/ 6 programs
Approximately90 seconds
AC
225/8"x197/8'x191/8"/57.2x503x48.3(cm)
52.4(Ibs.)/ 23.8(kg.)
1 Remotecontrolunit,2 AAbatteries
JVC CANADA, INC.
21 Finchdene Square
Scarborough, Ontario
Canada M1X 1A7
O LCT0316-001A-H029_-TN-JII-JMT
VPggO3
OP2051
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