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JVC AV-21QS27 - User Manual

JVC AV-21QS27
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GGT0153-001C-H
COLOUR TELEVISION
INSTRUCTIONS
AV-29QS27
AV-29QX17
AV-29QX17B
AV-29QX27
AV-29RS28
AV-29RX18
AV-29RX58
AV-29RX78
AV-29SS27
AV-29SX17
AV-29SX57
AV-29SX77
AV-29SX78
AV-21QS27
AV-21QX17
AV-21QX17B
AV-21QX27
AV-21RS28
AV-21RX18
AV-21RX58
AV-21RX78
AV-21SS27
AV-21SX17
AV-21SX57
AV-21SX77
The illustrations of AV-29SX77 is used in this instruction manual for explanation
purpose. Your TV may not look exactly the same as illustrated.
This illustration shows AV-29SX77.

Questions and Answers

Summary

Important Safety Information and Precautions

Fire and Shock Hazard Warnings

Instructions to prevent fire or shock hazard by avoiding rain and moisture exposure.

Personal Safety Rules

Rules to observe for personal safety when using the TV, including ventilation and screen care.

Handling TV Faults

Instructions for handling faults, emphasizing unplugging and calling a service technician.

Knowing Your TVs Features

Connecting Equipment and Setup

Connecting Aerial Cable and VCR

Guide on connecting the TV to an aerial cable and VCR for signal input.

Rear Component;Video Terminals

Details on connecting to the TV's rear input/output terminals for various devices.

Front Video Input Terminal

Instructions for connecting devices to the TV's front video input.

Initial Settings and Setup Tour

Remote Control and Basic Functions

Favourite Channels Programming

How to program and recall up to four favorite TV channels using color buttons.

Return Plus and Return Functions

Allows returning to the frequently viewed channel or the previous channel.

Programme Number Selection

Method for selecting TV channels using two-digit numbers.

Channel Selection

How to select channels using the channel up/down buttons.

TV Buttons and Menu Operation

Operating the Menus

Step-by-step guide on navigating and operating the TV's menu system.

Picture Settings

Colour System Selection

How to select the appropriate colour system based on country or region for clear picture display.

Picture Mode and Settings

Choosing preset picture settings and fine-tuning CONTRAST, BRIGHTNESS, SHARPNESS, COLOUR, and TINT.

White Balance Adjustment

Adjusting white balance for better picture matching with video content.

Picture Format and Special Features

Converting aspect ratio and enabling special features like Blue Back for improved viewing.

Picture-in-Picture (PIP) Operation

Teletext Operation

Text Language Setting

Setting the Teletext language group for corresponding programmes.

Sound Settings

MaxxBass Sound Enhancement

Enjoying enhanced bass sound that normal speakers cannot reproduce.

Cinema Surround Sound Effect

Experiencing sound with a wider audience effect.

Equalizer Adjustment

Adjusting sound levels for different frequencies in USER mode.

Advanced Sound Settings

Stereo and Bilingual Broadcasts

Enjoying stereo and bilingual broadcast programmes.

AI Volume Adjustment

Automatically adjusting volume levels for consistent output across channels.

Sound System Selection for Broadcasts

Selecting an appropriate sound system for abnormal sound issues.

Speaker Balance Adjustment

Adjusting the volume balance between left and right speakers.

Sound Mode Options

Choosing sound modes like USER, MUSIC, CINEMA, NEWS, or DRAMA.

Picture & Signal Customization

Auto Signal Detect Operation

Automatically switching input modes between RF and VIDEO-2.

DVD Theater Mode

Enhancing picture quality for movie playback in dark room environments.

Video Noise Reduction (VNR)

Reducing picture noise for a clearer image.

On-Screen Language Selection

Choosing the desired display language for the TV's on-screen menus.

Timer and Security Settings

On Timer Setup

Setting the TV to turn on automatically from standby mode at a specific time and channel.

Off Timer Setup

Setting the TV to automatically turn off to standby mode after a specified time.

Security and Alerts

Managing beeps for alerts and child lock features for enhanced security.

Video-2 Input Signal Setting

Configuring the VIDEO-2 terminal setting based on the connected video signal type.

TV Channel Presetting and Management

Automatic Channel Tuning (Auto Program)

Registering TV channels automatically using the Auto Program feature.

Manual Channel Tuning

Registering TV channels manually through the Edit menu.

Editing Channel List

Moving, deleting, and inserting channels in the TV's channel list.

TV Troubleshooting Guide

No Picture or Sound

Solutions for issues with no picture and no sound output from the TV.

Picture Quality Problems

Solutions for various picture display issues including snow, stripes, ghosting, poor quality, and distortion.

Poor or Unclear Sound

Solutions for unclear, poor, or unidentifiable stereo/bilingual sound output.

System & Connectivity Issues

Troubleshooting remote control, menu operation, signal detection, and cable connection problems.

TV Technical Specifications

Summary

Important Safety Information and Precautions

Fire and Shock Hazard Warnings

Instructions to prevent fire or shock hazard by avoiding rain and moisture exposure.

Personal Safety Rules

Rules to observe for personal safety when using the TV, including ventilation and screen care.

Handling TV Faults

Instructions for handling faults, emphasizing unplugging and calling a service technician.

Knowing Your TVs Features

Connecting Equipment and Setup

Connecting Aerial Cable and VCR

Guide on connecting the TV to an aerial cable and VCR for signal input.

Rear Component;Video Terminals

Details on connecting to the TV's rear input/output terminals for various devices.

Front Video Input Terminal

Instructions for connecting devices to the TV's front video input.

Initial Settings and Setup Tour

Remote Control and Basic Functions

Favourite Channels Programming

How to program and recall up to four favorite TV channels using color buttons.

Return Plus and Return Functions

Allows returning to the frequently viewed channel or the previous channel.

Programme Number Selection

Method for selecting TV channels using two-digit numbers.

Channel Selection

How to select channels using the channel up/down buttons.

TV Buttons and Menu Operation

Operating the Menus

Step-by-step guide on navigating and operating the TV's menu system.

Picture Settings

Colour System Selection

How to select the appropriate colour system based on country or region for clear picture display.

Picture Mode and Settings

Choosing preset picture settings and fine-tuning CONTRAST, BRIGHTNESS, SHARPNESS, COLOUR, and TINT.

White Balance Adjustment

Adjusting white balance for better picture matching with video content.

Picture Format and Special Features

Converting aspect ratio and enabling special features like Blue Back for improved viewing.

Picture-in-Picture (PIP) Operation

Teletext Operation

Text Language Setting

Setting the Teletext language group for corresponding programmes.

Sound Settings

MaxxBass Sound Enhancement

Enjoying enhanced bass sound that normal speakers cannot reproduce.

Cinema Surround Sound Effect

Experiencing sound with a wider audience effect.

Equalizer Adjustment

Adjusting sound levels for different frequencies in USER mode.

Advanced Sound Settings

Stereo and Bilingual Broadcasts

Enjoying stereo and bilingual broadcast programmes.

AI Volume Adjustment

Automatically adjusting volume levels for consistent output across channels.

Sound System Selection for Broadcasts

Selecting an appropriate sound system for abnormal sound issues.

Speaker Balance Adjustment

Adjusting the volume balance between left and right speakers.

Sound Mode Options

Choosing sound modes like USER, MUSIC, CINEMA, NEWS, or DRAMA.

Picture & Signal Customization

Auto Signal Detect Operation

Automatically switching input modes between RF and VIDEO-2.

DVD Theater Mode

Enhancing picture quality for movie playback in dark room environments.

Video Noise Reduction (VNR)

Reducing picture noise for a clearer image.

On-Screen Language Selection

Choosing the desired display language for the TV's on-screen menus.

Timer and Security Settings

On Timer Setup

Setting the TV to turn on automatically from standby mode at a specific time and channel.

Off Timer Setup

Setting the TV to automatically turn off to standby mode after a specified time.

Security and Alerts

Managing beeps for alerts and child lock features for enhanced security.

Video-2 Input Signal Setting

Configuring the VIDEO-2 terminal setting based on the connected video signal type.

TV Channel Presetting and Management

Automatic Channel Tuning (Auto Program)

Registering TV channels automatically using the Auto Program feature.

Manual Channel Tuning

Registering TV channels manually through the Edit menu.

Editing Channel List

Moving, deleting, and inserting channels in the TV's channel list.

TV Troubleshooting Guide

No Picture or Sound

Solutions for issues with no picture and no sound output from the TV.

Picture Quality Problems

Solutions for various picture display issues including snow, stripes, ghosting, poor quality, and distortion.

Poor or Unclear Sound

Solutions for unclear, poor, or unidentifiable stereo/bilingual sound output.

System & Connectivity Issues

Troubleshooting remote control, menu operation, signal detection, and cable connection problems.

TV Technical Specifications

Overview

This document describes the JVC Colour Television, covering its functions, usage features, and maintenance. The manual illustrates the AV-29SX77 model for explanation purposes, noting that the actual TV may vary in appearance.

General Functions and Features

The JVC Colour Television offers a range of functions designed to enhance the viewing and listening experience. Users can select various picture and sound modes, customize settings, and manage channels.

Picture Modes: The TV provides several picture modes, including:

  • USER: Allows for personalized adjustments of contrast, brightness, sharpness, colour, and tint.
  • SHARP: Enhances picture sharpness.
  • VIVID: Heightens contrast and sharpness for a more vibrant image.
  • SOFT: Softens contrast and sharpness.
  • CLEAR: Softens the overall picture.

Picture Settings: Beyond predefined modes, users can fine-tune individual picture attributes:

  • CONTRAST: Adjusts the difference between light and dark areas.
  • BRIGHTNESS: Controls the overall luminance of the picture.
  • SHARPNESS: Modifies the clarity of edges.
  • COLOUR: Adjusts the intensity of colours.
  • TINT: Allows for fine-tuning of colour hue, especially useful for PAL colour systems.

White Balance: The TV offers white balance adjustments to match the video type:

  • NORMAL: Standard white balance.
  • COOL: Provides a bluish-white picture.
  • WARM: Provides a reddish-white picture.

Compress (16:9): This feature allows conversion of a standard 4:3 aspect ratio picture to a wider 16:9 aspect ratio, suitable for widescreen content.

Blue Back: The TV can be set to automatically display a blue screen and mute the sound if the signal is weak, absent, or if there is no input from the antenna. This function is available only in RF mode.

VNR (Video Noise Reduction): This function helps reduce picture noise with options:

  • OFF: VNR is turned off.
  • AUTO: VNR effect is automatically controlled.
  • MIN: Minimum VNR effect.
  • MAX: Maximum VNR effect, which may soften sharp pictures.

AI ECO SENSOR / ECO MODE: The TV can automatically adjust screen contrast based on room brightness for better eye care. Options include:

  • OFF: Cancels the function.
  • MODE-1/ECO-1: Mild contrast adjustment.
  • MODE-2/ECO-2: Even contrast adjustment.
  • DISPLAY: Displays the graph of the function.

Picture in Picture (PIP) Operation: This feature allows viewing of two screens simultaneously (main and sub-picture).

  • SUB-P: Selects the desired TV channel for the sub-picture.
  • INPUT: Selects the input source for the sub-picture.
  • SWAP: Swaps the main and sub-pictures.
  • POSITION: Changes the sub-picture's position on the screen.
  • FREEZE: Freezes the sub-picture.

Sound Settings: The TV provides various sound adjustments:

  • MaxxBass: Enhances bass sound, with options for OFF, HIGH, or LOW effect.
  • CINEMA SURROUND: Creates an enhanced sound for a wider audience, with ON/OFF options.
  • EQUALIZER: Allows adjustment of sound levels for specific frequencies (100, 300, 1K, 3K, 8K Hz) when in USER sound mode.
  • AI VOLUME: Automatically adjusts volume across channels and video inputs to a consistent level.

Sound Modes:

  • USER: Customizable sound settings.
  • MUSIC: Emphasizes music.
  • CINEMA: Emphasizes movie sound.
  • NEWS: Emphasizes vocal sound.
  • DRAMA: Emphasizes drama sound.

STEREO / I-II (A2/NICAM): Enables listening to stereo or bilingual broadcasts, with options for stereo, monaural, bilingual I (sub I), and bilingual II (sub II). This function is only available in RF mode.

BALANCE: Adjusts the volume balance between left and right speakers.

Usage Features

Remote Control: The remote control is the primary interface for operating the TV. It includes buttons for power, menu navigation, channel selection, volume control, TV/Video input switching, and specific function buttons like RETURN PLUS, DVD MENU, and colour buttons for favourite channels.

TV Buttons: On-device buttons include power, TV/Video input, menu/exit, channel selection, and volume adjustment.

Operating the Menus: The TV uses an on-screen menu system for settings. Users navigate through Top, 2nd, and 3rd menus using directional buttons and an OK/Select button. The DISPLAY button returns to previous pages, and MENU exits the menu.

Initial Setup (Setup Tour): Upon first power-on or after a reset, the TV guides the user through an initial setup process:

  1. Language Selection: Choose the desired on-screen display language.
  2. Teletext Language Group Selection: Select the appropriate teletext language group.
  3. Auto Program: Automatically searches and registers available TV channels.
  4. Edit Channel List: Allows users to modify the channel list after auto-programming.

Channel Presetting:

  • Auto Program: Automatically registers TV channels.
  • Manual Program: Allows manual registration of channels, including fine-tuning for poor reception and selecting sound systems for noisy signals.
  • Edit Channel List (MOVE, DELETE, INSERT): Users can move channels to new PR numbers, delete unwanted channels, or insert new channels into the list.

Teletext Operation: The TV supports teletext broadcasts, allowing users to view text-based information.

  • TEXT Mode: Switches between TV mode and teletext modes.
  • Page Navigation: Selects different teletext pages.
  • Hold: Holds a teletext page.
  • Reveal: Displays hidden text.
  • Size: Enlarges the teletext display.
  • Index: Returns to the index page.
  • Cancel: Watches TV while waiting for a teletext page.
  • Sub-page: Navigates through sub-pages.

Customized Settings:

  • ON TIMER: Sets the TV to turn on automatically at a specified channel and time.
  • OFF TIMER: Sets the TV to turn off automatically after a specified period.
  • CHILD LOCK: Disables front control buttons to prevent unauthorized use.
  • BEEP: Activates an audible alert for various operations (AUTO SIGNAL DETECT, AI ECO SENSOR Detect, Stereo Detect, ON TIMER/OFF TIMER) and button presses.
  • VIDEO-2 SETTING: Configures the VIDEO-2 input for either normal video (composite) or component video signals.

Maintenance Features

Safety Precautions: The manual emphasizes several safety rules:

  • Power Source: Operate only from the indicated power source.
  • Power Cord: Avoid damaging the power cord; grasp the mains plug when unplugging.
  • Ventilation: Ensure good ventilation by not blocking openings and maintaining minimum distances from walls.
  • Moisture: Do not expose the appliance to rain or moisture.
  • Liquid/Objects: Prevent liquids or objects from entering cabinet openings.
  • Screen Care: The TV screen is easily damaged; wipe with a soft, dry cloth and avoid forceful rubbing or harsh cleaners.

Troubleshooting: The manual provides a troubleshooting guide for common issues:

  • No picture, no sound: Check BLUE BACK function, sound system, aerial cable, and TV connections.
  • Snowy picture/Stripes/Double-pictures: Adjust aerial, check for interference from other devices, or adjust aerial direction.
  • Poor picture/White and bright image: Adjust colour system, contrast, or brightness.
  • Distorted image/Poor sound: Check video signal quality, adjust sound frequency, or change stereo/bilingual mode to mono.
  • Remote control issues: Check/replace batteries, ensure operation within range.
  • Menu operation issues: Press TV/VIDEO button to return to TV mode.
  • Front control buttons disabled: Deactivate CHILD LOCK.
  • Colour patches on screen: Move magnetized devices away from TV or use PICTURE TILT.
  • Image display delay/Crackling sound: These are normal phenomena due to stabilization or temperature changes.
  • Electric shock: Due to static electricity, not harmful.
  • AUTO SIGNAL DETECT not working: Ensure function is ON, check VCR/DVD player power, and video cable connections.
  • TV input changes to VIDEO-2 unexpectedly: Check AUTO SIGNAL DETECT function.
  • "PLEASE DISCONNECT VIDEO-1 CABLE!" message: Disconnect S-VIDEO or video input cable from VIDEO-1.

Repair: In case of a fault, unplug the unit and call a service technician. Do not attempt to repair it yourself or remove the rear cover.

JVC AV-21QS27 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Screen Size21 inches
Display TechnologyCRT
Aspect Ratio4:3
Remote ControlYes
TunerAnalog
InputsComposite

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