JVC AV 61S902 manuale d’uso

For model: A V -61S902 PROJECTION TELEVISION USER'S GUIDE IMPORT ANT NO TE T O THE CUST OMER In the space below , enter the serial number for your television (located at the rear of the television cabinet). Staple your sales receipt or invoice to the inside cover of this guide. Keep this user's guide in a convenient place for future refer[...]

IMPOR T ANT SAFEGU ARDS CA UTION: Please read and retain for y our safety . Electrical energy can per form many useful functions. This TV set has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety . But improper use can result in potential electri- cal shock or fire hazards. In order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated in this TV[...]

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 infor mation with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an a[...]

Welcome... Thank you for purchasing JVC’ s model A V -61S902 “D’Ahlia” HDTV -r eady projection television which uses the high-quality D-ILA projection system. The D’Ahlia is one of the highest quality and most technologically advanced televisions available today . It is recommended that you read this instruction manual before using the te[...]

3. The lamp is a consumable item Replace the lamp when it has blown or when the pictures becomes dark. The lamp is a user -replaceable item. The lamp must be recycled. For a detailed explanation of how to recycle the lamp, refer to Appendix B and the instruction that are included with the replacement lamp kit. 4. The television requir es a lot of e[...]

6 T able of Contents Intr oduction ........8 W atching television .............................................9 Connections Connections Checklist ......................................10 Audio/Video Connectors ..................................10 Front Panel Diagram ........................................11 Rear Panel Diagram ....................[...]

7 T able of Contents Button Functions Split ..................................................................50 Swap ................................................................50 Freeze ..............................................................50 Menu ................................................................51 Exit ................[...]

8 After removing the product from the box, use the following procedur e to prepar e the television. 1 Check the accessories Check that nothing is missing. 2 Prepare the remote control 1) Refer to page 21 and inser t the batteries. 2) In order to control the television with the remote control, set the TV/CA TV switch to TV . Set the VCR/DVD switch t[...]

W atching television PO WER ON (ST ARTING UP) In order to control the television with the remote control, set the TV/CA TV switch to TV .Pr ess the P OWER button. The P OWER lamp on the front of the main unit lights red. After a while, the picture appears on the screen. Adjusting the v olume The volume is adjusted by pressing either the V OLUME + o[...]

10 Connections RF Cable A/V Plug A V Compu Link Plug S-V ideo Plug[...]

11 Connections ■ Fr ont Panel Diagram S-VIDEO OVER VIDEO L / MONO AUDIO R INPUT4 INPUT A SPLIT OUT INPUT B 75 Ω ( VHF / UHF ) INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 AUDIO L R MONO MONO MONO VIDEO S-VIDEO LINE OUT AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO FRONT SURROUND REAR L R L R INPUT 2 INPUT 3 Y P B P R OUTPUT COMPONENT-VIDEO-IN AUDIO OUT A V COMPULINK EX MANUFACTURED UNDER LI[...]

12 Connections[...]

13 Connections INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 AUDIO L R MONO MONO MONO VIDEO S-VIDEO OVER OVER OVER IN IN INPUT A SPLIT OUT INPUT B 75 Ω ( VHF / UHF ) 1) Connect a coaxial cable out from the cable TV wall outlet or exter nal antenna into the RF Input A. 2) Connect a coaxial cable out from the Cable Split Out RF jack into the RF input on the VCR. 3) Conn[...]

14 Connections INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 AUDIO L R MONO MONO MONO VIDEO S-VIDEO OVER OVER OVER IN IN INPUT A SPLIT OUT INPUT B 75 Ω ( VHF / UHF )[...]

15 Connections DTV Decoder Connection Y our A V -61S902 television is HDTV and SDTV -Ready . This means it can display High Definition television images when connected to a digital television receiver*. DTV Decoders are available separately . For best image quality , we recommend using a DTV Decoder which uses Component Video (Y , P B , P R ) Outpu[...]

16 Connections DTV Decoder Connection <When connecting a DTV decoder which has a copy-protect Digital-Out ter minal> By inputting a High-band with Digital Content Protection high-definition picture source to the Digital-In terminal of this television, high-definition pictures can be displayed on the screen in their digital for m. (This ter mi[...]

17 DVD Player Connection Y ou can use the Component Video input jacks to connect a DVD player to your television. T o connect a DVD play- er , please follow the steps listed below . INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 AUDIO L R MONO MONO MONO VIDEO S-VIDEO OVER O VER O VER INPUT 2 INPUT 3 Y P B P R COMPONENT -VIDEO-IN Y S P B P R A UDIO OUT L R *1 1) Connect G[...]

18 Connections A V Compu-Link JVC’ s A V Compu Link feature makes playing video tapes totally automatic. Simply inser t a pre-recor ded tape* into your JVC-brand VCR and the VCR will automatically turn on and begin playback. At the same time, using the A V Compu Link, the VCR sends a signal to the television telling it to turn on and switch to th[...]

19 Connections A set of inputs (Input-4) are provided for your convenience on the front panel of the A V -61S902. The inputs are located behind the door at the center of the front panel below the indicator lights. These inputs are designed for the easy connection of devices like camcorders or game consoles which are not per manent par ts of your ho[...]

20 The A V -61S902 is designed to be the center of a home theater system. The A V -61S902 features a 50 Watt built-in amplifier with output jacks for up to four speakers (2 front, 2 rear -surround). The diagram below shows the con- nections and general speaker placement for a typical Surround-Sound home theater connection. Home Theater[...]

POWER FREEZE NATURAL CINEMA SWAP ASPECT RM-C308 123 INPUT DISPLAY BBE VIDEO STATUS MUTING MENU VCR CHANNEL PREV NEXT REC STOP PAUSE EXIT V CHIP 789 456 + CH VOL VOL + CH PLAY FF REW SLEEP TIMER 100+ 0 RETURN+ LIGHT TV CATV TV/VCR VCR /DVD POWER SPLIT DVD VCR STILL/PAUSE OPEN/CLOSE TV SOUND 21 Remote Contr ol Install the Batteries • Before you can[...]

22 Remote Pr ogramming Setting the CA TV , VCR and D VD Codes Y ou can program your remote to operate your cable box, satellite receiver , VCR or DVD player by using the instructions and codes listed below . If the equipment does not respond to any of the codes listed below or to the code search function, use the remote control supplied by the manu[...]

23 Remote Pr ogramming VCR setup The remote control is programmed with VCR codes for power on, power off, play , stop, fast-forward, rewind, pause, recor d, channel up, and channel down operation. 1) Find the VCR brand from the list of codes shown below . 2) Slide the first 2-way selector switch to “TV” and the other 2-way selector switch to ?[...]

24 Remote Pr ogramming D VD setup The remote control is programmed with DVD codes for power on, power off, play , stop, fast-forward, rewind, previous chapter , next chapter , tray open/close, and still/pause operation. 1) Find the DVD player brand from the list of codes shown below . 2) Slide the first 2-way selector switch to “TV” and the oth[...]

25 Remote Pr ogramming Search Codes Cable/Satellite Sear ch Codes Function: 1) Slide the 2-Way Mode Selector switch to CA TV . 2) Press the TV P OWER and R ETURN + buttons. Hold for at least three seconds and release. 3) Press TV P OWER , see if the CA TV or Satellite box responds. 4 )If there was a response, press R ETURN +. The operating codes ar[...]

26 The Onscreen Menu System The A V -61S902 comes with JVC’ s Onscreen Menu System. The Onscreen Menus let you make adjustments to your television’ s operation simply and quickly . Examples of the Onscreen Menus are shown below and on the next page. Detailed explanations on using each menu follow later in this guide. Onscreen Menus PLUG IN MENU[...]

27 Onscreen Menus SOUND MODE INITIAL SETUP INITIAL SETUP CLOSED CAPTION VERTICAL POSITION DSD OFF LANGUAGE NEXT PAGE PREVIOUS OPERATE BY EXIT BY SELECT BY EXIT FRE SP A ON ENG INITIAL SETUP INITIAL SETUP ANTENNA INPUT -B CHANNEL SUMMAR Y V -CHIP SET LOCK CODE AUTO TUNER SETUP NEXT PAGE PREVIOUS OPERATE BY EXIT BY SELECT BY EXIT INPUT -A FRONT P ANE[...]

28 Plug In Menu Plug In Menu The first time you tur n on your television, you will see the PLUG IN MENU. This menu is designed to help you get your television ready to watch right away . This menu includes some of the most impor tant settings for the operation of your television, including onscreen display language, AUTO TUNER SETUP and setting the[...]

29 Plug In Menu AUTO TUNER SETUP INPUT - A INPUT - B : : AIR CABLE ST ART AUTO TUNER SETUP The AUTO TUNER SETUP feature automatically scans through all the channels your television can receive and memorizes only the channels with clear , active signals. This means when you scan through the channels, you will receive only channels with good signals,[...]

30 Plug In Menu The A V -61S902 is equipped with its own inter nal clock. The clock is used to run the televisions timer features. The clock MUST be set before you can use any of the timer features. Y our television features the XDS AUTO CLOCK set feature which makes setting the correct time simple. T o set the clock, use the 5∞ arrows to move to[...]

31 Initial Setup INITIAL SETUP Menu INITIAL SETUP ANTENNA INPUT -B CHANNEL SUMMAR Y V -CHIP SET LOCK CODE AUTO TUNER SETUP NEXT PAGE PREVIOUS OPERATE BY EXIT BY SELECT BY EXIT INPUT -A The AUTO TUNER SETUP function is described on page 29. If you need to run AUTO TUNER SETUP again, select the option from the INITIAL SETUP menu by using the 5∞ arr[...]

32 Initial Setup CHANNEL SUMMAR Y lets you customize the list of channels set after you run AUTO TUNER SETUP. Y ou may delete unwanted channels or add channels that are new , or were not picked up by AUTO TUNER SETUP because of weak signals. T o access the CHANNEL SUMMAR Y, use the 5∞ arrows to move to the CHANNEL SUMMAR Y option in the INITIAL S[...]

33 V -Chip V -Chip Y our TV is equipped with V -Chip technology which enables TV Parental Guideline and Movie (MP AA) Guideline controls. V -Chip technology allows you to program your TV to receive, or not to receive, programs based on content according to the guidelines. Programs which exceed the ratings limits you set will be blocked from viewing[...]

34 T o Set Movie (MP AA) Ratings Levels Use the 5∞ arrows to move to SET MOVIE RA TINGS. Select this option by pressing 2 or 3 . The screen on the left will appear . Use the 5∞ arrows to move to a movie rating, such as X. Press 2 or 3 to turn the ratings block on or off. When you have set your movie ratings levels, press ∞ to move to FINISH. [...]

35 T o watch a blocked program, enter the four -digit access code to unlock that channel. Once the correct code is entered, the channel will be unlocked and the program shown. If an incorrect code is entered the message INV ALID LOCK CODE! will flash onscreen. The channel will remain locked until the correct code is entered. V -Chip Unrated program[...]

36 Initial Setup Initial Setup 2 This menu lets you set up some of the functions of the television to meet your personal tastes and needs. Y ou may select one of three languages for onscr een displays, turn closed captioning ON or OFF, adjust an image’ s vertical position, automatically enhance the picture quality of certain broadcasts, or adjust[...]

37 Initial Setup A new CLOSED CAPTION menu will now appear . The Mode option will be highlighted. This lets you set the operating mode for the CLOSED CAPTION feature. Y ou can set it to: CLOSED CAPTION - to display onscreen dialog in a text for mat, TEXT - to display addi- tional information included in a broadcast, or OFF - to turn the cap- tionin[...]

38 Picture Adjust PICTURE ADJUST COLOR PICTURE BRIGHT DET AIL TINT NEXT PAGE PREVIOUS OPERATE EXIT BY SELECT BY EXIT BY PICTURE ADJUST Menu Picture Adjust The PICTURE ADJUST menu lets make precise adjustments to the television’ s picture. Y ou can make adjust- ments to the picture’ s tint, color , contrast, brightness, and level of detail. By a[...]

39 Picture Adjust BRIGHT The BRIGHT level lets you adjust the degree of light and darkness in the picture. Press 2 to decrease the bright level. Press 3 to increase the bright level. Use the 5∞ arrows to move to the next setting or press E XIT to leave the menu. Y our changes will be saved when you move to another setting or press E XIT . DET AIL[...]

40 Picture Adjust PICTURE ADJUST DNR OFF NOISE MUTING SET VIDEO ST A TUS YNR NEXT PAGE PREVIOUS OPERATE BY EXIT BY SELECT EXIT ON ON OFF BY PICTURE ADJUST Menu Picture Adjust 2 The second PICTURE ADJUST menu lets make fur ther adjustments to the television’ s picture and display quali- ties. The YNR and DNR noise filters will help improve image q[...]

41 SET VIDEO ST A TUS Menu The NOISE MUTING setting inser ts a blue screen over any channels that are not broadcasting or have signals to weak to have clear signals. Press the 2 or 3 arrows to tur n NOISE MUTING on or OFF. ON NOISE MUTING OFF SET VIDEO ST A TUS lets you save a customized set of screen display settings. Y ou can access your personal[...]

42 Sound Adjust SOUND ADJUST TREBLE BALANCE MTS SAP MONO BASS NEXT PAGE PREVIOUS OPERATE BY EXIT BY SELECT EXIT BY STEREO SOUND ADJUST Menu Sound Adjust The SOUND ADJUST menu lets you tailor the television’ s sound to suit your personal taste. Y ou can adjust the television’ s bass and treble output, as well as the speaker balance. Y ou can als[...]

43 Sound Adjust MTS STEREO S A P MONO Many broadcasts today contain more than one audio signal. In addition to stereo and mono soundtracks, some broadcasts also contain a second soundtrack in a different language. Use MTS to select the audio signal you wish to listen to. • Select STEREO for your nor mal listening needs. With this setting programs[...]

44 Initial Setup INITIAL SETUP TV SPEAKER SUPER BASS MID LOW OFF NEXT PAGE PREVIOUS OPERATE BY EXIT BY SELECT EXIT HIGH ON BY INITIAL SETUP Menu Access the onscreen menus by pressing M ENU on your remote control. Y ou may then either use the up and down arrows 5∞ to scroll to the INITIAL SETUP menu, or press M ENU until the INITIAL SETUP screen a[...]

45 A udio Settings SOUND MODE OPERATE EXIT BY SELECT BY EXIT PRO LOGIC 3D-PHONIC DANCE CLUB CONCERT HALL ST ADIUM HYPER SOUND DOLBY PRO LOGIC BY SOUND MODE Menu Sound Mode The sound system of the A V -61S902 lets you customize the audio output of the television for optimal per formance with your home theater system. All A V -61S902 feature Dolby Su[...]

46 A udio Settings Notes: • This function is only available for Dolby Surround encoded programs. • Y ou cannot enjoy Dolby Surround sound with headphones. • An amplifier is necessar y in order to connect additional speakers. Refer to page 20 for infor mation about connecting speakers. Settings for when 2 additional speakers are used to enjoy [...]

47 A udio Settings Pro Logic 3D-Phonic Y ou can enjoy the atmosphere of Dolby Surround programs without exter nal speakers. Use the 5 and ∞ arrows in the sound mode menu to select PRO LOGIC 3D-PHONIC. Press the 3 arrow to display the Pro Logic 3D-Phonic second menu. PRO LOGIC 3D-PHONIC MUSIC CINEMA/SPORT OPERATE BY EXIT BY SELECT BY EXIT NORMAL M[...]

48 CLOCK/TIMERS This CLOCK/TIMERS menu can be used to set the time of the built-in clock and set the ON/OFF TIMER func- tion. CLOCK/TIMERS Access the on-screen menus by pressing the MENU button on your remote control. Y ou may then either use the 5 and ∞ arrows to select the CLOCK/TIMERS menu, or press the MENU button until the CLOCK/TIMERS scree[...]

49 Aspect Press the A SPECT button on the remote control. The menu shown (left) will appear . T o select the aspect ratio you wish to view , press the A SPECT button to move down the list. Each press will move to the next ratio, the onscreen display will change automatically . The aspect ratios are: • P ANORAMA. With this ratio a nor mal 4:3 aspe[...]

50 Button Functions Split Activate the Split-Screen option by pressing S PLIT on the remote control. MAIN CHANNEL PICTURE SPLIT -SCREEN PICTURE 07 02 SPLIT -SCREEN Mode T wo channels (or input) will now appear onscreen. The channel (or input) you were watching before pressing S PLIT will appear on the left, the new channel will appear on the right.[...]

51 The M ENU button allows you to access JVC’ s onscreen menu system. Press M ENU to activate the onscreen menu system. • See individual topics (like “Picture Adjust”) for specific infor mation on using those menu screens. Press the E XIT button to leave a menu screen. Menu Exit The D ISPLA Y screen shows the current status of timers and in[...]

52 Button Functions BBE high definition audio adds natural, clear , extraordinary sound quality to any program. Use the BBE button to tur n the BBE high definition audio filter ON or OFF . Press the S OUND button to access the Dolby Sound settings menu. For more infor mation on the Dolby sound feature and its settings, see page 45. BBE Sound The M [...]

53 Use the number buttons on the remote control to move directly to a specific channel. For example, to move to channel 7: 0 (Zero) 7 (Seven) Use the 100+ button to directly access channels above Channel 99. For example, to move to channel 124: 100+ 2 (T wo) 4 (Four) Number Buttons - 10 Key Pad 100+ Button The R ETURN + button has two functions: Re[...]

54 The remote control includes illuminated buttons for key features like C H +/- and V OL +/-. Press the L IGHT button to turn the illumination on. The illumination will shut off automatically after a few seconds. Light The A V -61S902 can receive signals from a variety of sources. Use the I NPUT button to select the signal source: Antenna (for sig[...]

55 Button Functions VCR Buttons Y ou can use this remote control to operate the basic functions of your VCR. These functions include: play , recor d, rewind, fast-forward, stop, pause, channel scan, TV /VCR, power on, and power off. Move the selector switch to VCR to operate. • The remote is preset with the code 000 to control JVC-brand VCR’ s.[...]

There is no power There is no picture or sound Remote control is not operating properly or at all Y ou cannot select a cer- tain channel The power tur ns off by itself It does not operate correctly The clock is wrong The color quality is poor There are lines across the picture The picture is spotted There are double pic- tures (ghosts) Picture is s[...]

Screen is 80% black Stereo or bilingual pro- grams cannot be heard There is no sound from the TV’ s speakers Static electricity Y ou hear occasional crackling sounds The Closed Caption T ext mode is on. T ur n it off in the CLOSED CAPTION Menu, see page 36. Make sure the MTS settings are correct. See “MTS” on page 43. The TV Speaker option ma[...]

58 Appendix A The lamp and internal circuits of the A V -61S902 are cooled by a fan which draws in cool air through a pair of intakes. The air intakes are located behind the speaker covers on the front of the television and contain air fil- ters which need periodic cleaning. It is ver y impor tant the filters be kept c lean! If the filters become c[...]

59 5) Cleaning the filter . The air filters are now exposed. Y ou may use a vacuum cleaner hose to remove dir t and dust from the sur face of the filter . Do not remove the filters from the television. Using a vacuum hose, gently work the nozzle close to the surface of the filter . Continue vacuuming until the dust and dir t has been removed from t[...]

60 Appendix B The A V -61S902 uses a 200 Watt high-pressure mercury lamp to project images onto the television screen. When the lamp nears the end of its operating life, you may notice the picture becoming dark. When the picture begins to darken, the lamp bur ns out, it is time to replace the lamp. The following instructions will tell you how to sa[...]

61 2) Unplug the television. Disconnect the television’ s power cord from the AC outlet. Make sure the 10 LED lights have stopped blinking before you unplug the television. Never attempt to replace the lamp with the television plugged in. 3) Remove the left speaker panel. The next step is to remove the left speaker panel located at the bottom of [...]

62 Appendix B Replacing the Lamp - continued Please read these instructions fully before attempting to replace the lamp. Please observe all safety warnings. 6) Removing the lamp unit. Using the hex wrench included with the replacement lamp, loosen the two hex screws fastening the lamp unit. Remove the screws and set aside. When the screws have been[...]

63 Save the box and packaging from your replacement lamp. Y ou can use this packaging to return your used projection lamp for recycling. Please do not thro w the used lamp out with normal trash. A pre-paid label is provided for this purpose. T o package your used lamp for shipment, follow the simple steps below . 1) Collect the box and packaging fr[...]

64 Appendix C The front panel of the A V -61S902 features ten LED lights located under the television screen. These lights are used to display information about the operation of your television. Starting Up The projection lamp of the A V -61S902 requir es time to warm up to its proper operating temperature. This warm up period should take about one[...]

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Specifications Specifications subject to change without notice. D VI 25 pin • The Digital-In ter minal is not compatible with the picture signal of a personal computer . MODEL A V -61S902 T ype D-ILA Hologram De vice Projection T elevision Reception F or mat NTSC , BTSC System (Multi-Channel Sound) 1080i DTV digital broadcast ready Reception Rang[...]

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