JVC AV28R250EK User Manual

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Colour Television
INSTRUCTIONS
LCT1152-001D-U
0403-T-CR-JMUK
AV32R25EK
AV28R25EK
AV32R250EK
AV28R250EK
Specifications
*: A basic model number. The actual model number may have characters added (such as “S” for silver)
showing the colour of the TV set.
We may change the design and specifications without notice.
Pictures displayed on the screen using this TV’s ZOOM functions should not be shown for any
commercial or demonstration purpose in public places (cafes, hotels, etc.) without the consent of the
owners of copyright of the original picture sources, as this would be an infringement of copyright.
Model
Item
AV32R25EK*/AV32R250EK*
AV28R25EK*/
AV28R250EK*
Broadcasting systems CCIR I
Colour systems PAL
• The EXT terminals also support the NTSC 3.58/4.43 MHz system.
Channels and frequencies E21-E69
Sound-multiplex systems NICAM (I) system
Teletext systems FLOF (Fastext), WST (World Standard Text)
Power requirements 220 - 240 V AC, 50 Hz
Power consumption Maximum: 200 W, Average: 127 W,
Standby: 3 W
Maximum: 200 W, Average: 125 W,
Standby: 3 W
Picture tube size Viewable area 76 cm (measured
diagonally)
Viewable area 66 cm (measured
diagonally)
Audio output Rated Power output: 10 W + 10 W + 10 W, 18 W (woofer)
Speakers (13 cm × 6.5 cm) oval × 2, (16 cm × 4 cm) oval × 1, 13 cm round woofer ×1
EXT-1 terminal Euroconnector (21-pin, SCART)
• Video input, Audio L/R inputs and RGB inputs are available.
• TV broadcast outputs (Video and Audio L/R) are available.
EXT-2 terminal Euroconnector (21-pin, SCART)
• Video input, S-VIDEO (Y/C) input and Audio L/R inputs are available.
• Video and Audio L/R outputs are available.
• T-V LINK functions are available.
EXT-3 terminal Euroconnector (21-pin, SCART)
• Video input, S-VIDEO (Y/C) input and Audio L/R inputs are available.
EXT-4 terminal RCA connectors × 3
S-VIDEO connector × 1
• Video input, S-VIDEO (Y/C) input and Audio L/R inputs are available.
AUDIO OUT terminal RCA connectors × 2
• Variable audio L/R outputs are available.
• Variable out 0-1 Vrms, low impedance.
SURROUND REAR
terminal
SPEAKER terminals for external surround speakers.
• Surround rear sounds are output to the speakers.
• For impedance 8-ohm speakers only.
• Rated power output: 7.5 W + 7.5 W
Headphone jack Stereo mini-jack (3.5 mm in diameter)
Dimensions (W × H × D) 946 mm × 562 mm × 551 mm 854 mm × 507.5 mm × 493.5 mm
Weight 56.0 kg 43.0 kg
Accessories Remote control unit × 1 (RM-C60 (Gray) or RM-C52 (Brack) is supplied.)
AAA/R03 dry cell battery × 2
Contents
Setting up your TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
TV buttons and functions. . . . . . . . . . . 10
Remote control buttons and functions . . .11
Teletext function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Using the TV’s menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Additional menu operations . . . . . . . . . 35
Additional preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover
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JVC AV28R250EK Specifications

General

Brand	JVC
Model	AV28R250EK
Category	TV
Language	English

Summary

Specifications

Warnings and Cautions

Critical Fire and Electric Shock Hazard Warning

Critical warning against exposing the appliance to rain or moisture.

Safety Guidelines

Mains Plug Safety and Replacement Guidance

Warning against cutting off the mains plug and guidance on replacement.

Setting up your TV

Connecting Aerial and VCR Systems

Detailed T-V LINK Functionality Overview

Initial Settings

Initial TV Power On and Lamp Status

On-Screen Language Selection Process

Entering Initial TV Setup Mode

Describes entering the initial setting mode upon first power-on.

Automatic TV Channel Tuning and Storage

Guide to automatically tuning and storing TV channels.

TV Buttons and Functions

Powering the TV On and Off

Remote Control Buttons and Functions

Standby Mode TV Power Control

Selecting TV Channels via Remote

Remote Control Functions

Selecting ZOOM Modes via TV Menu

Viewing External Device Inputs (EXT)

Understanding the Screen ZOOM Function

Remote Control for VCR/DVD Player

Activating PRO LOGIC 3D-PHONIC Sound

Teletext Function

Basic Teletext Viewing Procedures

Using the TV's Menu

Fundamental TV Menu Navigation

Understanding how to navigate and operate TV menus.

Picture Settings Menu Configuration

Adjusting picture parameters like Tint, Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, and Colour.

Picture Enhancement Features Menu

Accessing picture enhancement features.

Aspect Ratio Settings for 4:3 Pictures

Choosing zoom modes for 4:3 aspect ratio pictures.

Adjusting Speaker Volume Balance

Configuring PRO LOGIC 3D-PHONIC Parameters

Configuring PRO LOGIC 3D-PHONIC modes, level, and speaker settings.

Advanced Surround Sound Modes (Headphones)

Headphone-Specific Surround Sound Options

Detailed EDIT/MANUAL Function Explanations

Explains MOVE, ID, INSERT, DELETE, and MANUAL functions.

Assigning Custom Channel Names (IDs)

Giving a custom name to a TV channel.

Executing Manual TV Channel Storage

Manually searching and storing TV channels.

Understanding Menu Control Buttons

Selecting Preset Picture Tint Modes

Selecting preset picture tint settings.

Using AUTO VNR for Video Noise Reduction

Correcting Screen Tilt Issues

Controlling TV Speaker Sound Output

Turning the TV's internal speakers on or off.

Setting Up DOLBY PRO LOGIC Surround Sound

Configuring Dolby Pro Logic surround sound settings.

Selecting Headphone Surround Sound Modes

Selecting surround sound modes for headphone use.

External Input (EXT) Terminal Settings

Configuring external input terminals.

Accessing TV Features Menu (Sleep Timer, Child Lock)

Implementing TV Channel Child Lock

Locking specific TV channels to prevent viewing.

Using Decoder for Scrambled Channels (EXT-2)

Using a decoder with VCR to unscramble channels.

Editing and Manually Storing TV Channels

Editing programme numbers and manually storing channels.

Moving TV Channels to Different Programme Numbers

Changing the programme number of a TV channel.

Preparing for Channel Insertion (CH Number)

Performing TV Channel Deletion

Steps to delete a TV channel from the list.

Fine-Tuning Picture Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness

Fine-tuning contrast, brightness, sharpness, and colour.

Manually Selecting Colour System Standards

Manually selecting the colour system (PAL, NTSC).

Audio Settings Menu Overview

Accessing audio adjustment options.

Overview of Digital Surround Sound Modes

Overview of digital surround sound modes.

Using 3D Surround Effects with Headphones

Utilizing surround sound effects with headphones.

Enabling and Configuring S-VIDEO Input

Enabling S-VIDEO input for enhanced picture quality.

Configuring DUBBING Output from EXT-2

Setting the Automatic TV Sleep Timer

Setting the TV to turn off automatically after a period.

Procedures for Viewing Locked Channels

Procedures for viewing channels secured by Child Lock.

TV Installation Settings Menu

Assigning Channel Names (IDs)

Registering a channel name (ID) for a TV channel.

Adjusting Picture Hue (Tint)

Selecting Stereo, Bilingual, or Mono Sound

Selecting sound modes for bilingual broadcasts or mono conversion.

Detailed PRO LOGIC 3D-PHONIC Operation

Detailed explanation of the 3D surround sound feature.

Selecting On-Screen Language via Install Menu

Inserting New TV Channels into Programme List

Adding a new TV channel to the programme list.

Adjusting Bass and Treble Sound Levels

Fine-tuning bass and treble for desired sound.

Automatic Channel Scan from Install Menu

Automatically scanning and storing TV channels.

Deleting TV Channels from Programme List

Removing a TV channel from the programme list.

Manually Storing TV Channels

Manually storing a new TV channel.

Additional menu operations

Transferring Programme Data to VCR

Transferring programme data to a VCR via T-V LINK.

Troubleshooting Decoder Channel Unscrambling

Using TV Speakers for Centre Channel Audio

Using TV speakers for centre channel in PRO LOGIC 3D-PHONIC.

Adjusting Speaker Settings for External Audio

Unscrambling Channels with Decoder (EXT-2)

Using a decoder with VCR to unscramble channels.

Disabling Internal TV Speakers

Turning the TV's internal speakers on or off.

Configuring DOLBY PRO LOGIC Surround Sound

Configuring Dolby Pro Logic surround sound settings.

Using Test Signals for Speaker Volume Balance

Accessing and Configuring Sound Settings

Accessing audio settings like speaker configuration.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting TV Power On Issues

Steps to resolve issues with powering on the TV.

Troubleshooting Poor Audio Output

Addressing issues related to bass, treble, and channel reception sound.

Minimizing Interference from External Devices

How nearby equipment can affect picture quality.

Resolving No Picture or No Sound Problems

Diagnosing and fixing problems with picture or sound output.

Fixing Remote Control Malfunctions

Solutions for when the remote control fails to operate the TV.

Correcting Picture Tilt Due to Magnetic Fields

Diagnosing and Fixing Poor Picture Quality

Troubleshooting interference, noise, and colour issues.

Common TV Operational Issues and Solutions

Common problems like sleep timer, zoom mode changes, and static electricity.

Investigating Crackling Sound Issues