COLOR TELEVISION
USER'S GUIDE
For models:
AV-36F803
AV-36F713
AV-36F703
AV-32F803
AV-32F713
AV-32F703
AV-27F803
AV-27F713
AV-27F703
Illustration of AV-27F803 and RM-C325G
IMPORTANT NOTE TO THE CUSTOMER
In the spaces below, enter the model and serial number of your television (locat-
ed 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 reference. Keep the carton and original packaging for future use.
Model Number
Serial Number
LCT1134-001B-A
0602-TN-FAA-JIM
TM
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS TV
SET TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: TO INSURE PERSONAL SAFETY, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING RULES
REGARDING THE USE OF THIS UNIT.
1. Operate only from the power source specified on the unit.
2. Avoid damaging the AC plug and power cord.
3. Avoid Improper installation and never position the unit where good ventilation is unattainable.
4. Do not allow objects or liquid into the cabinet openings.
5. In the event of trouble, unplug the unit and call a service technician. Do
not attempt to repair it yourself or remove the rear cover.
Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void the warranty.
* When you don’t use this TV set for a long period of time, be sure to dis-
connect both the power plug from the AC outlet and antenna for your
safety.
* To prevent electric shock do not use this polarized plug with an exten-
sion cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock.
Do not remove cover (or back).
No user serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
CAUTION:
Please read and retain for your safety.
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This TV set has been engineered and
manufactured to assure your personal safety. But improper use can result in potential electrical
shock or fire hazards. In order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated in this TV set, observe
the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing.
And also follow all warnings and instructions marked on your TV set.
INSTALLATION
1 Your TV set is equipped with a polarized AC line plug (one blade
of the plug is wider than the other). This safety feature allows
the plug to fit into the power outlet only one way. Should you be
unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the
plug. Should it still fail to fit, contact your electrician.
2 Operate the TV set only from a power source as indicated on the TV set or refer to the oper-
ating instructions for this information. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your
home, consult your TV set dealer or local power company. For battery operation, refer to the
operating instructions.
3 Overloaded AC outlets and extension cords are dangerous, and so are frayed power cords
and broken plugs. They may result in a shock or fire hazard. Call your service technician for
replacement.
4 Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord, and do not place the TV set
where power cord is subject to traffic or abuse. This may result in a shock or fire hazard.
5 Do not use this TV set near water — for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near swimming pool, etc.
6 If an outside antenna is connected to the TV set, be sure the antenna system is grounded so
as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section
810 of the National Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of
the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge
unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection requirements for the grounding electrode.
(POLARIZED-TYPE)
IMPORTANT RECYCLING INFORMATION
This product utilizes both a Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) and other components that contain lead. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For
disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities, or the Electronic Industries Alliance: http://www.eiae.org
7 An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or
other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits.
When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from
touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
8 TV sets are provided with ventilation openings in the cabinet to allow heat generated during
operation to be released.
Therefore:
— Never block the bottom ventilation slots of a portable TV set by placing it on a bed, sofa,
rug, etc.
— Never place a TV set in a “built-in” enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided.
— Never cover the openings with a cloth or other material.
— Never place the TV set near or over a radiator or heat register.
9 To avoid personal injury:
— Do not place a TV set on a sloping shelf unless properly secured.
— Use only a cart or stand recommended by the TV set manufacturer.
— Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or deep pile carpets.
— Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a
mounting kit approved by the manufacturer.
USE
10 Caution children about dropping or pushing objects into the TV set through cabinet open-
ings. Some internal parts carry hazardous voltages and contact can result in a fire or electrical shock.
11 Unplug the TV set from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or an aerosol
cleaner.
12 Never add accessories to a TV set that has not been designed for this purpose. Such addi-
tions may result in a hazard.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
13 For added protection of the TV set during a lightning storm or when the TV set is to be left
unattended for an extended period of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna. This will prevent damage to product due to lightning storms or power line surges.
14 A TV set and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may cause the TV set and cart combination to overturn.
SERVICE
15 Unplug this TV set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the TV set.
C. If the TV set has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the TV set does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are covered in the operating instructions as improper adjustment
of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the TV set to normal operation.
E. If the TV set has been dropped or damaged in any way.
F. When the TV set exhibits a distinct change in performance — this indicates a need for
service.
16 Do not attempt to service this TV set yourself as opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
17 When replacement parts are required, have the service technician verify in writing that the
replacement parts he uses have the same safety characteristics as the original parts. Use
of manufacturer’s specified replacement parts can prevent fire, shock, or other hazards.
18 Upon completion of any service or repairs to this TV set, please ask the service technician
to perform the safety check described in the manufacturer’s service literature.
19 When a TV set reaches the end of its useful life, improper disposal could result in a picture
tube implosion. Ask a qualified service technician to dispose of the TV set.
20 Note to CATV system installer.
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of
the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the
cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the
point of cable entry as practical.
Table of Contents
UNPACKING YOUR TV . ....7
TV Models and
Remote Controls . .......8
Quick Setup Guide . ......10
Connections . .........13
Cable and VCR Connections . ......13
Connecting to a DVD Player . .......16
Connecting to an External Amplifier . ...17
Connecting to a Camcorder . .......17
Connecting to JVC AV Compu Link . ...18
Remote Control . ........19
Remote Control Basics . ....19
Changing the Batteries . ....19
Remote Programming . ....20
CATV and Satellite Codes . ........20
VCR Codes . ...............21
DVD Codes . ...............22
Onscreen Menus . .......23
Using the Guide . .............23
Onscreen Menu System . .........24
Plug In Menu . ..............25
Introduction . ..........25
Language . . . . ........25
Auto Tuner Setup . .......25
Auto Clock Set . ........26
Manual Clock Set . .......27
Channel Summary . ............28
V-Chip . ..................29
US V-Chip Ratings . ......30
Viewing Guidelines . ......30
Setting US V-Chip Ratings . . . 31
Movie Ratings . .........33
Set Movie Ratings . ......33
Canadian V-Chip Ratings . . . . 34
Set Canadian V-Chip Ratings . 34
Unrated Programs . ......35
Set Lock Code . ........36
Picture Settings . .............37
Tint . ..............37
Color . .............37
Picture . ............37
Bright . .............37
Detail . .............37
Color Temperature . ......38
Noise Muting . .........38
VSM . ..............38
Onscreen Menus (Cont.)
Sound Settings . . ............39
Bass . .............39
Treble...............39
Balance. . ............39
MTS (Multi-channel Sound . . . 39
General Items . ..............40
On/Off Timer . .........40
Closed Caption . ........41
Front Panel Lock . .......41
Auto Shut Off . .......42
XDS ID . ............42
V2/V4 Component-In . .....42
Purity ..............42
BUTTON FUNCTIONS . ....43
Menu ....................43
Exit and PIP Off . .............43
Display . ..................43
Video Status . . ..............44
Sleep Timer . ...............44
Hyper Surround . .............44
Muting . ..................44
BBE . ...................45
100+ . ...................45
Return+ . .................45
Input . . . .................45
TheaterPro D6500K . ...........46
VCR Buttons . . . .............46
DVD Buttons . ...............46
TV/CATV Switch . . . . ..........46
VCR/DVD Switch . ............46
Light . ...................46
16:9 Mode . ................46
PIP (Picture-In-Picture) . .........47
Introduction . ..........47
On/Move . ...........47
Freeze . ............48
Swap ..............48
Channel +/- . ..........48
Source . . . . . ........48
EZ-Surf . ............48
APPENDICES
Search Codes . ..............49
Troubleshooting . .............50
Warranty . .................51
Authorized Service Centers . .......53
Specifications . . .............54
Note . ...................55
Tw o AA
Batteries
1 Television
1 Remote
Control
Thank you for your purchase of a JVC Color Television. Before you begin setting up your new
television, please check to make sure you have all of the following items. In addition to this
guide, your television box should include:
Once you have unpacked your television, the next step is to connect it to your antenna/cable
or satellite system and to connect the audio/video devices you want to use with your television. To make these connections you will use plugs like the ones illustrated below.
A/V Input Plug
RF Connectors
Used to connect a
coaxial cable from an
external antenna or
Cable TV system.
A matching TV stand
is also available
(optional).
Used to make video connections with VCRs,
DVDs, Camcorders, etc
(optional).
Used to connect JVC AV Compu
Link capable components for an
automated home theater
Used to connect
audio/video devices like
VCRs, DVD players,
stereo amplifiers, game
consoles, etc.
S-Video Plug
AV Compu Link III Cable
We recommend that before you start using your new television, you read your entire User’s
Guide so you can learn about your new television’s many great features. But if you’re anxious
to start using your television right away, a quick setup guide follows on pages 10 - 12.
Unpacking Your Television
7
Note: Your television
and/or remote
control may differ
from the examples
illustrated here.
POWER
VIDEO STATUS
SLEEP TIMER
LIGHT
BBE
CHANNEL
DISPLAY
SOURCE
FREEZE
PIP
SWAP
ON/MOVE
EZ SURF
1
7
4
100+
3
9
6
RETURN+
MUTING
MENU
V CHIP
PIP OFF
EXIT
2
8
0
5
+
CH
VOL
VOL
+
CH
REC STOP
PAUSE
PLAY FFREW
TV
CATV
DVD
VCR
VCR CHANNEL
TV/VCR
VCR/DVD
POWER
PREV NEXT
OPEN/CLOSE STILL/PAUSE
RM-C325G
HYPER SUR.
TV
16:9
MODE
INPUT
THEATER PRO
TM
TV Models and Remotes Guide
NOTE: Before you connect your televison to another device, please refer to the proper dia-
grams for your TV and remote, depending on the model that you have purchased.
These will help assist you in understanding how to connect your television to another
device, as well as use the remote to set up your televison.
Rear Panel Diagrams
Front Panel Diagram
8
MODELS: AV-36F803, AV-32F803, and AV-27F803
MODELS: AV-36F713, AV-32F713, AV-27F713, AV-36F703, AV-32F703, and AV-27F703
MODELS: AV-36F803, AV-32F803, AV-27F803, AV-36F713, AV-32F713, AV-27F713,
AV-36F703, AV-32F703, and AV-27F703
AUDIO
R
L MONO
INPUT 4
AUDIO
R
R
AUDIO OUT
AV COMPULINK
L MONO
L
COMPONENT
R
AUDIO
L MONO
OVER
S VIDEOVIDEO
OVER
VIDEO
S VIDEOVIDEO
COMPONENT
INPUT 1
INPUT 2
COMPONENT
VIDEO
INPUT 1
INPUT 2
VIDEO
75Ω
(VHF / UHF)
Y
P
B
P
R
75Ω
(VHF / UHF)
R
AUDIO OUT
AV COMPULINK
L
Y
P
B
P
R
INPUT 3
AUDIO R
L MONO
VIDEO
MENU
CHANNEL
OPERATE
VOLUME
ON TIMER
POWER
TV Models and Remotes Guide
Remote Control RM-C325G
MODELS:
AV-36F803, AV-32F803 and
AV-27F803
9
Remote Control RM-C326G
MODELS:
AV-36F703, AV-32F703 and
AV-27F703
Remote Control RM-C326
MODELS:
AV-36F713, AV-32F713 and
AV-27F713
16:9
CATV
DVD
VCR
CHANNEL
SOURCE
100+
BBE
1
4
7
MODE
PIP
FREEZE
POWER
ON/MOVE
2
5
8
0
RETURN+
SWAP
LIGHT
CATV
VCR
DVD
100+
BBE
POWER
MODE
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
RETURN+
3
6
9
LIGHT
TV
INPUT
3
6
9
DISPLAY
SLEEP TIMER
HYPER SUR.
VIDEO STATUS
THEATER PRO
RM-C326G
16:9
TV
CATV
INPUT
DISPLAY
SLEEP TIMER
HYPER SUR.
VIDEO STATUS
THEATER PRO
RM-C326
VCR
16:9
DVD
MODE
1
4
7
100+
BBE
TV
EZ SURF
INPUT
DISPLAY
SLEEP TIMER
HYPER SUR.
VIDEO STATUS
THEATER PRO
RM-C325G
POWER
2
5
8
0
RETURN+
3
6
9
LIGHT
MUTING
CH
+
VOL
CH
MENU
PLAY FFREW
VCR/DVD
POWER
VCR CHANNEL
PREV NEXT
REC STOP
OPEN/CLOSE STILL/PAUSE
TV
VOL
+
PAUSE
V CHIP
EXIT
PIP OFF
TV/VCR
MUTING
MENU
VCR CHANNEL
OPEN/CLOSE STILL/PAUSE
VOL
PREV NEXT
PLAY FFREW
REC STOP
+
CH
CH
TV
VOL
VCR/DVD
POWER
V CHIP
MUTING
+
EXIT
TV/VCR
PAUSE
MENU
VCR CHANNEL
OPEN/CLOSE STILL/PAUSE
VOL
PREV NEXT
PLAY FFREW
REC STOP
+
CH
CH
TV
VOL
VCR/DVD
POWER
V CHIP
+
EXIT
TV/VCR
PAUSE
10
Getting Started
These quick setup pages will provide you, in three easy steps, with the basic information you
need to begin using your new television right away. This information includes basic instructions
on operating your remote control, making a simple cable/antenna and optional VCR connection
and, finally, information on programming your television's Auto Tuner.
If you have questions, or for more detailed information on any of these steps, please consult
other sections of this manual.
Step One - The Remote Control
The remote control is the key to operating your television's many great features. Before you can
operate your remote control, you first need to install the batteries (included).
Slide the cover on the back of the remote down towards the bottom of the remote control.
Insert two batteries (included) carefully noting the “+” and “–” markings, placing the “–” end in
the unit first. Slide the cover back into place.
Basic Operation
Tu rn the television on and off by pressing the POWER button at the top right corner
of the remote.
The four key feature buttons at the center of the remote can be
used for basic operation of the television. The top and bottom
buttons will scan forward an back through the available channels. The right and left buttons will turn the volume up or down.
These buttons are also marked with four arrows and are also
used with JVC's onscreen menu system. You will need to use
these buttons later in the Quick Setup.
The next step is to connect your television to an antenna or
cable.
Note: Illustration of remote control RM-C325G
Proceed to Step Two
Quick Setup 1
MUTING
CH
VOL
CH
MENU
POWER
VOL
+
V CHIP
EXIT
PIP OFF
+
11
Cable/RF connector
AV Cables/Plugs
Step Two - Making Basic Connections
Next you will need to connect your television to an antenna or cable system. The most basic
antenna/cable connection is shown below. For more detailed connections, such as ones where
a cable box is required, see pages 13 to 15.
You may also wish to connect a VCR at this point. A basic VCR connection is shown below. For
detailed instructions on connecting a other components or a home theater system, see pages
16 to 18.
Note: A VCR is not required to operate your television.
1) Connect the yellow video cable out from the VCR’s Video Output, in to the TV’s Video Input
jack, OR connect an S-Video cable from the VCR’s S-Video output, to the TV’s S-Video
input.
2) Connect the white audio cable out from the VCR’s Left Audio Output, in to the TV’s Left
Audio Input Jack.
3) Connect the red audio cable out from the VCR’s Right Audio Output, in to the TV’s Right
Audio Input jack.
Finally, once you have finished your connections, plug the power cord into the nearest power
outlet and turn on the television.
1) Connect an RF cable out from the wall outlet in to the RF Input on the back of the TV.
Proceed to Step Three
Quick Setup 2
Illustration of AV-27F803
Illustration of AV-27F803
WALL
CABLE or ANTENNA
OUT
L MONO
L MONO
L
INPUT 4
S VIDEOVIDEO
OVER
COMPONENT
VIDEO
INPUT 1
INPUT 2
COMPONENT
VIDEO
75Ω
(VHF / UHF)
Y
P
B
P
R
R
AV COMPULINK
AUDIO
R
AUDIO
R
AUDIO OUT
L MONO
INPUT 4
S VIDEOVIDEO
OVER
COMPONENT
VIDEO
OR
INPUT 1
INPUT 2
COMPONENT
VIDEO
75Ω
(VHF / UHF)
Y
P
B
P
R
IN
OUT
OR
VCR
VLR
R
AV COMPULINK
AUDIO
R
AUDIO
R
L MONO
L
AUDIO OUT
12
Press the button to move to AUTO TUNER
SETUP
¥
To choose CABLE (if you are connected
to a cable system) or AIR (if you use
an antenna) or SKIP (if you need to)
To m o ve to START
The Auto Tuner will now memorize all of the clear, active channels your television can
receive. This will take one or two minutes.
Step Three - The Plug In Menu
When you turn your television on for the first time the Plug In Menu will appear. This menu sets
some of the basic settings for your television. A complete description of the Plug In Menu can
be found starting on page 25. We recommend you complete the Plug In Menu items before you
start using your television. But to begin watching your television right away you only need to run
the Auto Tuner Setup. This lets your television learn the channels it is able to receive. To run the
Auto Tuner Setup follow the steps below.
The Auto Tuner is finished when the message PROGRAMMING OVER! appears onscreen.
Your Quick Setup is now complete.You can now begin watching your television, or you can
continue on in this guide for more information on connecting audio/video devices, programming
your remote control, or using the JVC onscreen menu system to customize your television
viewing experience.
The Quick Setup is complete
Quick Setup 3
STOP
Connections
1) Connect the antenna or cable TV wire from the wall outlet, in to the RF Input of the two-way
splitter.
2) Connect an RF cable from the one of the RF Outputs on the splitter, in to the RF Input on
the back of the VCR.
3) Connect an RF cable from the other the RF Output on the splitter, in to the RF Input on the
back of the TV.
4) Connect the yellow video cable out from the VCR’s Video Output, in to the TV’s Video Input
jack, OR connect an S-Video cable from the VCR’s S-Video output, to the TV’s S-Video
input.
5) Connect the white audio cable out from the VCR’s Left Audio Output, in to the TV’s Left
Audio Input Jack.
6) Connect the red audio cable out from the VCR’s Right Audio Output, in to the TV’s Right
Audio Input jack.
• If your VCR is a mono sound unit, it will have only one Audio Out jack. Connect it to the
TV’s Left Audio Input.
• Please consult your VCR’s owner’s manual for more information on its operation.
There are three basic types of antenna or cable connections:
• If you have an antenna or have a cable system that does not require you use a cable box
to select channels, please refer to Diagram #1.
• If you have a cable system that requires the use of a cable box to access all the channels,
please refer to Diagram #2. If you cannot operate your Picture-In-Picture function using
Diagram #2, try the connection shown in Diagram #3. It is possible your cable box allows
the signal of only one channel at a time to be sent to your television.
• If you have a cable system that requires the use of a cable box to access certain premium
channels, but not “basic” cable channels, please refer to Diagram #3.
• For your convenience, connection to a VCR is also shown in the following diagrams. A
VCR is not necessary for operation of the television or Picture-In-Picture (PIP) function.You may omit the VCR from your connections if you wish.
• For instructions on connecting a VCR only, please see the Quick Setup on page 11.
• For information on using PIP, please see page 47.
• The PIP feature is available on models AV-36F803, AV-32F803 and AV-27F803 only.
Cable and VCR Connections
13
Diagram #1
Illustration of AV-27F803
R
R
R
AUDIO OUT
AV COMPULINK
AUDIO
AUDIO
L MONO
L MONO
L
INPUT 4
S VIDEOVIDEO
OVER
COMPONENT
VIDEO
OR
INPUT 1
INPUT 2
COMPONENT
VIDEO
Y
P
B
P
R
CABLE or ANTENNA
OUT
OUT OUT
75Ω
(VHF / UHF)
IN
TWO-WAY
SPLITTER
IN
OUT
VCR
VLR
OR
Illustration of AV-27F803
Connections
14
1) Connect the antenna or cable TV wire from the wall outlet, in to the RF Input of the cable
box.
2) Connect an RF cable from the RF Output of the cable box, in to the RF Input on the back of
the VCR.
3) Connect an RF cable from the RF Output of the VCR, in to the RF Input on the back of the
TV.
4) Connect the yellow video cable out from the VCR’s Video Output, in to the TV’s Video Input
jack, OR connect an S-Video cable from the VCR’s S-Video output, to the TV’s S-Video
input.
5) Connect the white audio cable out from the VCR’s Left Audio Output, in to the TV’s Left
Audio Input Jack.
6) Connect the red audio cable out from the VCR’s Right Audio Output, in to the TV’s Right
Audio Input jack.
• Please see page 47 for information on using the PIP feature with a Cable Box.
• If your VCR is a mono sound unit, it will have only one Audio Out jack. Connect it to the TV’s
Left Audio Input.
• Please consult your VCR’s owner’s manual for more information on its operation.
Cable and VCR Connections - Continued
Diagram #2
R
R
R
AUDIO OUT
AV COMPULINK
AUDIO
AUDIO
L MONO
INPUT 4
L MONO
L
S VIDEOVIDEO
OVER
COMPONENT
VIDEO
INPUT 1
INPUT 2
COMPONENT
VIDEO
CABLE or ANTENNA
OUT
75Ω
(VHF / UHF)
Y
P
B
P
R
OUT IN
Cable Box
IN
OUT
VCR
VLR
OR
OR
Illustration of AV-27F803
Connections
15
The connection diagrams are intended to show some basic general connections.
Some cable companies may require special connections to properly use your television or 2-tuner PIP function. If you follow these diagrams and either the television or
PIP does not work properly, contact your local cable operator for more connection
information. Please see page 47 for more information on the PIP feature.
Cable and VCR Connections - Continued
1) Connect the antenna or cable TV wire from the wall outlet, in to the RF Input of the two-way
splitter.
2) Connect an RF cable from the one of the RF Outputs on the splitter, in to the cable box RF
Input.
3) Connect an RF cable from the Cable Box Output, in to the VCR RF Input.
4) Connect an RF cable from the other the RF Output on the splitter, in to the RF Input on the
back of the TV.
5) Connect the yellow video cable out from the VCR’s Video Output, in to the TV’s Video Input
jack, OR connect an S-Video cable from the VCR’s S-Video output, to the TV’s S-Video input.
6) Connect the white audio cable out from the VCR’s Left Audio Output, in to the TV’s Left Audio
Input jack.
7) Connect the red audio cable out from the VCR’s Right Audio Output, in to the TV’s Right Audio
Input jack.
• Please see page 47 for information on using the PIP feature with a Cable Box.
• If your VCR is a mono sound unit, it will have only one Audio Out jack. Connect it to the
TV’s Left Audio Input.
• Please consult your VCR’s owner’s manual for more information on its operation.
Diagram #3
WALL
CABLE or ANTENNA
OUT
IN
TWO-WAY
SPLITTER
OUT OUT
R
R
R
AUDIO OUT
AV COMPULINK
AUDIO
AUDIO
L MONO
INPUT 4
L MONO
L
S VIDEOVIDEO
OVER
COMPONENT
VIDEO
INPUT 1
INPUT 2
COMPONENT
VIDEO
75Ω
(VHF / UHF)
Y
P
B
P
R
OUT IN
CABLE BOX
IN
OUT
VCR
VLR
OR
OR
Connections
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1) Connect Green cable out from DVD player “Y” Component Output, in to TV “Y” Component
Input.
2) Connect Blue cable out from DVD player “P
B” Component Output, in to TV “PB” Component
Input.
3) Connect Red cable out from DVD Player “PR” Component Output, in to TV “PR” Component
Input.
4) Connect White Audio cable out from DVD Left Audio Output, in to TV Left Audio Input 2.
5) Connect Red Audio cable out from DVD Right Audio Output, in to TV Right Audio Input 2.
• Green, blue and red are the most common colors for DVD cables. Some models may vary
colors, please consult the user’s manual for your DVD Player for more information.
• Be careful not to confuse the red DVD cable with the red audio cable. It is best to complete
one set of connections (DVD or Audio Output) before starting the other to avoid accidentally
switching the cables.
• See page 22 for instructions on programming your remote control to operate the basic func-
tions of your DVD player.
• AV-36F803, AV-32F803 & AV-27F803: You may also connect the DVD player to Input 4.
• AV-36F703, AV-32F703, AV-27F703, AV-36F713, AV-32F713, and AV-27F713: If you use
Input 2 (Component-In) for the DVD connection, you must set the V2 COMPONENT-IN on
the initial Setup Menu to “YES” for proper display of the DVD signal.
NOTE: Progressive DVD Players (players with an output scan of 31.5 KHz) will not work prop-
erly with this television.
Connecting to a DVD player
Illustration of AV-27F803
L MONO
INPUT 4
L MONO
OVER
COMPONENT
VIDEO
S VIDEOVIDEO
INPUT 1
INPUT 2
COMPONENT
VIDEO
AUDIO OUT
R L
75Ω
(VHF / UHF)
Y
P
B
P
R
DVD PLAYER
Y
Green
PB
Blue
PR
Red
OUT
R
R
R
AUDIO OUT
AV COMPULINK
AUDIO
AUDIO
L
Illustration of AV-27F803
Connections
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1) Connect the yellow video cable out from the Camcorder’s Video Output, in to the TV’s Video
Input jack.
2) Connect the white audio cable out from the Camcorder’s Left Audio Output, in to the TV’s
Left Audio Input Jack.
3) Connect the red audio cable out from the Camcorder’s Right Audio Output, in to the TV’s
Right Audio Input Jack.
• If your Camcorder is a mono sound model it will have only one audio jack. Connect it to the
TV’s Left Audio Jack.
Connecting to an External Amplifier
Connecting to a Camcorder
1) Connect the white audio cable from the TV’s Left Audio Output jack to the Amplifier’s Left
Audio Input jack.
2) Connect the red audio cable from the TV’s Right Audio Output jack to the Amplifier’s Right
Audio Input jack.
You may connect a camcorder to your television by using the front Input Jacks (Input 3)
located under the front panel door. To access, press lightly on the door to open it. You may
also connect a game console or other equipment using these jacks. Camcorders may also be
connected to the television’s rear input jacks.
Illustration of AV-27F803
RIGHT FRONT
SPEAKER
R
R
R
AUDIO OUT
AV COMPULINK
AUDIO
AUDIO
L MONO
INPUT 4
L MONO
L
S VIDEOVIDEO
OVER
COMPONENT
VIDEO
INPUT 1
INPUT 2
COMPONENT
VIDEO
LEFT FRONT
SPEAKER
AMPLIFIER
75Ω
(VHF / UHF)
Y
P
B
P
R
VIDEO
INPUT 3
L MONO
AUDIO R
MENU
CHANNEL
OPERATE
VOLUME
ON TIMER
CAMCORDER
POWER
Connections
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To Connect: Plug one end of the AV Compu Link cable into the AV Compu Link input on your
VCR, DVD, or other Compu Link device. Plug the other end of the AV Compu Link cable into
the AV Compu Link input at the rear of the television.
Connecting to JVC AV Compu Link
JVC’s AV Compu Link feature makes playing video tapes or DVDs totally automatic. Simply
insert a pre-recorded tape* into your JVC-brand VCR or DVD into your JVC DVD player and
the device will automatically turn on and begin playback. At the same time, using the
AV- CompuLink, the VCR or DVD player sends a signal to the television telling it to turn on
and switch to the proper video input
• The AV Compu Link cable may be included with the JVC AV Compu Link accessory you
wish to connect.If it is not, contact an authorized JVC Service Center for
part # EWP 805-012.
• AV Compu Link can only be used with JVC-brand products.
NOTES:
• In order for the VCR playback to begin automatically, the recording tabs must be removed
from the VHS tape. If the tab is in place, automatic switching will occur when you push the
VCR’s P
LAY button.
• The AV Compu Link cable has a male 3.5 mm (mono) plug on each end.
• If your JVC-brand VCR has “A Code/B Code Remote Control Switching” (see your VCR’s
instruction book), using VCR A Code will switch the TV to input 1.
•To connect a JVC HiFi receiver or amplifier for a completely automated home theater, see
the HiFi’s connection instructions for detailed connection information.
•AVCOMPU LINK III is compatible with select AV CompuLink receivers.
Illustration of AV-27F803
R
R
R
AUDIO OUT
AV COMPULINK
AUDIO
AUDIO
L MONO
INPUT 4
L MONO
L
S VIDEOVIDEO
OVER
COMPONENT
VIDEO
INPUT 1
INPUT 2
COMPONENT
VIDEO
75Ω
(VHF / UHF)
Y
P
B
P
R
AV Compu Link III compatible
VCR or DVD Player
AV
Compu
Link III
Swap
Remote Control
• Before you can operate the remote control, you must first
install the batteries (included). See “Changing the Batteries”
at the bottom of this page for instructions. (For an illustration,
please see page 10.)
• Press the P
OWER button to turn the television on or off.
• Make sure the TV/CATV switch is set to TV. Move the switch
to CATV only if you need to operate a cable box.
• Slide the VCR/DVD selector switch to VCR to control a VCR,
slide to DVD to control a DVD player. Please see pages 20
to 22 for instructions on programming your remote control to
operate a Cable box, VCR or DVD player.
• Press the CH+ and CH- buttons to scan through the channels. Tap the CH+ or CH- button to move through the channels one channel at a time.
• To move rapidly through the channels using JVC’s
Hyperscan feature, press and hold CH+ or CH-. The channels will zip by at a rate of five channels per second.
• Press V
OL+or VOL - to raise or lower the volume. An indica-
tor bar will appear onscreen to show you the television volume level.
• The CH+/- and V
OL+/- buttons are also used to navigate
JVC’s onscreen menu system.
• You can directly access specific channels using the 10-key
pad.
• For more information on remote control button features, see
pages 43 to 46. For information on using the onscreen
menus, see page 24.
Changing the Batteries
Push down on the remote’s back cover and slide towards the bottom to remove it.
Insert two AA batteries (supplied), carefully noting the "+" and "–" markings on the batteries
and on the remote control. To avoid a potential short circuit, insert the "–" end first. Be sure to
use only size AA batteries.
When batteries are installed, slide the cover back into place (until it clicks into position).
• If the remote control acts erratically, replace the batteries. Typical battery life is six months to
one year. We recommend using alkaline batteries for longer battery life.
When you change the batteries, try to complete the task within three minutes. If you take
longer than three minutes, the remote control codes for your VCR, DVD, and/or Cable
Box may have to be reset (see page 20-22).
Remote Control Basics
Notes: Remote control model RM-C325G is shown at the left.
A different model remote control may have come with your
television.
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16:9
TV
EZ SURF
INPUT
DISPLAY
SLEEP TIMER
HYPER SUR.
VIDEO STATUS
THEATER PRO
RM-C325G
MUTING
MENU
VCR CHANNEL
OPEN/CLOSE STILL/PAUSE
DVD
CATV
VCR
CHANNEL
SOURCE
100+
BBE
VOL
PREV NEXT
PLAY FFREW
REC STOP
1
4
7
CH
CH
+
POWER
MODE
PIP
ON/MOVE
FREEZE
SWAP
2
5
8
0
RETURN+
LIGHT
V CHIP
VOL
+
EXIT
PIP OFF
VCR/DVD
POWER
TV/VCR
PAUSE
3
6
9
TV
Remote Programming
Setting the CATV, VCR and DVD Codes
You 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 manufacturer.
Cable Box or Satellite codes
The remote control is programmed with CATV and/or Satellite codes for power on, power off,
channel up, channel down, and 10 key operation.
1) Find the CATV/Satellite brand from the list of codes shown below.
2) Slide the 2-way selector switch to “CATV”.
3) Press and hold down the D
ISPLAY button.
4) With the D
ISPLAY button held down, enter the first code number listed using the 10 key pad.
5) Release the DISPLAY button.
6) Confirm the operation of the Cable Box/Satellite receiver.
• If your CATV or Satellite box does not respond to the first code, try the others listed. If it does
not respond to any code, try the Search Codes Function, on page 49.
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Cable Box CODES
ABC
Archer
Cableview
Citizen
Curtis
Diamond
Eagle
Eastern
GC Brand
Gemini
General Instrument
Hamlin
Hitachi
Jerrold
Macom
Magnavox
Memorex
Movietime
Oak
Panasonic
Paragon
Philips
Pioneer
Pulsar
024
032, 025
051, 032
022, 051
058, 059
024, 032, 025
029
034
032, 051
022, 043
065, 024, 025,
026, 027, 020,
021, 022, 057,
023
040, 041, 042,
045, 058, 064
049, 024
065, 024, 025,
026, 027, 020,
021, 022, 057,
023
049, 050, 051,
054
033
030
032, 051
039, 037, 048
055, 056, 060,
071, 073
063
028, 029, 030,
052, 053, 031,
069
047, 062
051, 032
Cable Box CODES
Puser
RCA
Realistic
Regal
Regency
Rembrandt
Samsung
Scientific Atlanta
SLMark
Sprucer
Stargate
Telecaption
Teleview
Texscan
Tocom
Toshiba
Unika
Universal
Videoway
Viewstar
Zenith
Zenith/Drake
Satellite
032
061, 070
032
058, 064, 040,
041, 042, 045,
068
034
037, 032, 051,
038
051
057, 058, 059
051, 047
051, 056
032, 051
067
047, 051
044
035, 036, 066
050
032, 025
022, 032
052
029, 030
063, 046
046
Digital
Satellite
Systems
Echostar
Express VU
G.E.
G.I.
Gradiente
Hitachi
HNS (Hughes)
Panasonic
Philips
Primestar
Proscan
RCA
Sony
Star Choice
Toshiba
Uniden
CODES
100, 113, 114,
115
100, 113
106
108
112
104, 111
104
105
102, 103
108
106, 109, 110
106, 109, 110
107
104, 108
101
102, 103
Remote Programming
VCR codes
The remote control is programmed with VCR codes for power on, power off, play, stop, fast-forward, rewind, pause, record, 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 “VCR”.
3) Press and hold down the D
ISPLAY
button.
4) With the D
ISPLAY button held down, enter the first code number listed with the 10 key pad.
5) Release the D
ISPLAY button.
6) Confirm the operation of the VCR.
• If your VCR does not respond to the first code, try the others listed. If it does not respond to
any code, try the Search Codes Function, on page 49.
• Some manufacturer’s VCR’s may not respond to the TV/VCR button, even if other buttons
work properly.
• To record, hold down the R
EC button on the remote and press PLAY.
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VCRs CODES
Admiral
Aiwa
Akai
Audio Dynamic
Bell & Howell
Broksonic
Canon
CCE
Citizen
Craig
Curtis Mathes
Daewoo
DBX
Dimensia
Emerson
Fisher
Funai
G.E.
Go Video
Goldstar
Gradiente
Hitachi
Instant Replay
Jensen
JVC
Kenwood
LXI 027, 064, 058,
Magnavox
035
027, 032, 095
029, 072, 073,
074
003, 005
063, 071
020, 026, 094
023, 025
043
064
063, 029, 064
045, 024, 027,
093
043, 059, 024,
092
003, 004, 005
045, 093
043, 026, 077,
061, 025, 042,
020, 076
063, 066, 067,
065, 071, 091
027, 026, 020,
000
033, 045, 024
037, 051, 049,
050, 089
064
083, 084, 081,
000, 001
023, 045, 058,
027, 081, 093
024, 023
003
000, 001, 002,
003, 004, 005
003, 004, 064,
005
065, 066, 063,
067
031, 023, 024,
086
VCRs CODES
Marantz
Marta
Memorex
MGA
Minolta
Mitsubishi
Multitech
NEC
Olympic
Optimus
Orion
Panasonic
Penney
Pentax
Philco
Philips
Pioneer
Proscan
Quasar
Radio Shack
RCA
Realistic 024, 063, 036,
003, 004, 005
064
024, 067
038, 040, 047,
048, 041, 042
058, 045, 093
038, 040, 047,
048, 041, 042,
078, 090
047, 027, 062
003, 004, 005,
000
024, 023
028, 021, 035,
064
026, 020
023, 024, 021,
022
024, 058, 045,
063, 003, 004,
005, 093
058, 005, 045,
093
031, 024, 027,
023, 026, 020,
043
031, 023, 024,
086
023
045, 058, 023,
024, 031, 046,
059, 060, 033,
087, 093
021, 022, 023,
024
033, 024, 063,
036, 067, 040,
027
033, 045, 058,
023, 024, 031,
046, 059, 060,
083, 084, 085,
087, 093
067, 040, 027
VCRs CODES
Samsung
Samtron
Sansui
Sanyo
Scott
Sears
Shintom
Sharp
Signature 2000
Singer
Sony
SV 2000
Sylvania
Symphonic
Tashiro
Tatung
Teac
Technics
Teknika
Toshiba
Vector Research
Wards
Yamaha
Zenith 044, 082, 064,
037, 060, 062,
033, 089
089
003, 026, 020,
052
063, 067, 091,
071
059, 060, 062,
067, 038, 040,
047, 048, 026,
020
063, 064, 065,
066, 058, 000,
001
075
035, 036, 080,
088
027, 035
075
028, 029, 030,
053, 054, 055
027
031, 023, 024,
027
027, 081
064
003, 004, 005
003, 004, 027,
005
021, 022, 023,
024
024, 027, 070
059, 046, 079
005
035, 036, 067,
044, 064
063, 003, 004,
005
094
Remote Programming
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DVD codes
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 other 2-way selector switch to “DVD”.
3) Press and hold down the D
ISPLAY button.
4) With the DISPLAY
button held down, enter the first code number listed with the 10 key pad.
5) Release the D
ISPLAY button.
6) Confirm the operation of the DVD player.
• If your DVD player does not respond to the first code, try the others listed. If it does not
respond to any code, try the Search Codes Function, on page 49.
• After you program your remote, some DVD buttons may not work properly. If some buttons do
not work properly, use the remote control which came with your DVD player.
DVD Player CODES
Aiwa
Apex
Denon
Hitachi
JVC
Kenwood
Konka
Mitsubishi
Onkyo
Oritron
Panasonic
Philips
Pioneer
Raite
043
040
020, 037
030, 031
000
035
039
025
041
044
020
023, 036
022
033
DVD Player CODES
RCA
Sampo
Samsung
Sharp
Silvania
Sony
Te chnics
To shiba
Vialta 050
Wave
Yamaha
Zenith
021, 026
034
030
028
038
024, 045, 046,
047
020
023
042
020
027, 032
To bring up the onscreen menu, press the MENU button on the remote control. The item that
appears in yellow is the one currently selected. If you press the M
ENU button again, the
onscreen display will skip to the next menu screen. If you use the Menu button on the TV’s front
panel instead of the remote, an additional menu screen showing channel number and input will
appear. The “Plug In Menu” will appear the first time the TV is plugged in.
Notes: Menus shown in this book are illustrations, not exact replications of the television’s
onscreen displays.
Onscreen Menus
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Using the Guide
The Onscreen Menus
Certain symbols are used throughout this guide to help you learn about the features of your
new television. The ones you will see most frequently are:
Up and Down arrows mean press the C
H+ or CH-buttons. Pressing the CH+ or CH- but-
tons let you:
• Move vertically in a main menu screen
• Move through a submenu screen
• Move to the next letter, number, or other choice in a submenu
• Back up to correct an error
• Scan through TV channels (when not in a menu screen)
¥
Left and right arrows mean press the V
OLUME+ or VOLUME-buttons to move left or right
to:
• Select a highlighted menu item
• Select an item in a submenu
• Select numbers in certain menu options
• Turn the volume up or down (when not in a menu screen)
The “Press Button” icon means you should press the button named on your remote control. (Button names appear in S
MALL CAPITAL LETTERS.)
The “Helping Hand” icon points to the highlighted or selected item in a menu.
Onscreen Menus
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The Onscreen Menu System
Your television 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.
Press the M
ENU button
INITIAL SETUP 01
INITIAL SETUP 02
PICTURE ADJUST 01
PICTURE ADJUST 02
SOUND ADJUST
CLOCK/TIMERS
• “PURITY” is only for models AV-36F803, AV-36F713 and AV-36F703.
Plug In Menu
The Plug In Menu comes up automatically when you first turn on the TV after plugging it in. The
Plug In Menu helps you to get your TV ready to use by letting you set your preferences for:
• The Language in which you want the onscreen menus to appear,
• The Auto Tuner Setup of which channels you wish to receive,
• Setting the TV’s clock to the correct time so your timer functions will work properly.
Descriptions of each of the Plug In Menu features appear on this page and the next. We recommend you complete the Plug In Menu setup first so your TV is set up just the way you want,
right away.
Introduction
Auto Tuner Setup
Language
You can choose to view your onscreen menus in three languages: English (ENG.), French
(FRAN.), or Spanish (ESP.).
Press the MENU button
To LANGUAGE
¥
To choose a language
In Auto Tuner Setup, the TV automatically scans through all available channels, memorizing the
active ones and skipping over blank ones or channels with weak signals. This means when you
scan (using the C
HANNEL +/- buttons) you will receive only clear, active channels.
Press the MENU button
To AUTO TUNER SETUP
¥
To operate
¥
To choose CABLE or AIR (or SKIP)
To m o ve to START
¥
To start Auto Tuner Setup
• Noise Muting will not work during Auto Tuner Setup.
• You will not need to press the MENU button to enter this screen from the Plug In Menu.
• SKIP appears only for Plug in Menu.
NOW
PROGRAMMING !
PROGRAMMING OVER!
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Programming will take approximately 1 to 2
minutes.
• You will not need to press the M
ENU button to enter this screen from the Plug In Menu.
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ENG. FRAN.
ESP.
Plug In Menu
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Auto Clock Set
Before you use any of your TV’s timer functions, you must first set the clock. You may precisely
set your clock using the XDS time signal broadcast by most Public Broadcasting stations. To
set the clock using the XDS signal:
Enter the channel number of your local PBS station
Press M
ENU
To SET CLOCK
¥
To operate
¥
To A U TO
To TIME ZONE
¥
To select your time zone
To move to Daylight Savings Time (D.S.T.)
¥
To turn D.S.T. ON or OFF
To FINISH
¥
To save settings and exit
• If you do not have a PBS station in your local area, you will have to set the clock manually.
See ‘Manual Clock Set’ on the next page for instructions.
• The Daylight Savings Time feature automatically adjusts your TV’s clock for Daylight Savings.
The clock will move forward one hour at 2:00 am on the first Sunday in April. The clock will
move back one hour at 2:00 am on the last Sunday in October.
• You will not need to press the MENU button to enter this screen from the Plug In Menu.
ATLANTIC
HAWAII
EASTERN
ALASKA
CENTRAL
MOUNTAIN
PA CIFIC
Plug In Menu
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Manual Clock Set
NOTE:
You will have to reset the clock after a power interruption. You must set the clock before operating any timer functions.
To set your clock manually (without using the XDS signal), choose MANUAL from the Set Clock
menu and follow the steps below.
To SET CLOCK
¥
To operate
¥
To MANUAL
To move to the hour
¥
To set the hour
To move to minutes
¥
To set the minutes
To move to START CLOCK
¥
To start clock and exit
• You will not need to press the M
ENU button to enter this screen from the Plug In Menu.
THANK YOU!
Channel Summary
Channel Summary
Channel Summary allows you to customize the line-up of channels received by your TV.You
can add or delete channels from the line-up or prevent any unauthorized viewers from watching
any or all 181 channels.
Press the M
ENU button
To CHANNEL SUMMARY
¥
To operate
The Channel Summary screen (above) will now be displayed with the channels set to scan
marked with an "". You can delete channels from the scan by removing the "". If any chan-
nels were missed during Auto Tuner Setup and you wish to add them, you may by placing an
""next to the channel number.
To the SCAN column
¥
To include or delete from scan
E
XIT when finished
You can block access to a channel by activating the Channel Lock.
To CHANNEL SUMMARY
¥
To operate
To the Lock Column
ZERO to lock or unlock that channel
E
XIT when finished
Channel Guard Message
When a viewer attempts to watch a guarded channel, the following message appears:
To watch a channel that you have locked, enter the Lock Code using the 10 key pad.
If the wrong code is entered, the message
“INVALID LOCK CODE!” will flash on the screen:
The channel cannot be accessed until the
correct code is entered.
• Once a channel has been unlocked, it will
remain unlocked until the television is turned
off.
• See also “Set Lock Code”, page 36.
THIS CHANNEL IS LOCKED BY
CHANNEL GUARD.
PLEASE ENTER LOCK CODE BY
10 KEY PAD TO UNLOCK IT.
NO. - - - -
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V-Chip
Your TV is equipped with V-Chip technology which enables TV Parental Guidelines (for United
States and Canada) and Movie (MPAA) 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. When a viewer
attempts to watch a blocked channel, this message appears:
The channel will remain blocked until the correct lock code is entered (see page 36 for information on setting your lock code).
You can customize the V-Chip settings of your television to match your personal tastes. The
V-Chip menu below is the starting point for your V-Chip settings
You can use US V-Chip settings (for programming broadcast from the United States), Canadian
V-Chip settings (for programming broadcast from Canada), and movie ratings. You may use any
or all of the settings (US V-Chip, Canada V-Chip, Movie ratings). Descriptions for setting each of
the three V-Chip formats appear in the next seven pages along with descriptions of the rating
categories.
To access the rating categories:
THIS PROGRAMMING EXCEEDS
YOUR RATING LIMITS.
PLEASE ENTER LOCK CODE BY
10 KEY PAD TO UNLOCK IT.
NO. - - - -
Special Note about Ratings
Some programs are not broadcast with a ratings signal. Therefore, even if you setup V-Chip
ratings limits, these programs will not be blocked. Parents are cautioned to preview the con-
tents of these programs or movies.
Press the MENU button
To V -CHIP
¥
To operate (Lock icon will appear)
Press Z
ERO to access the V-Chip menu
¥
To turn V-Chip ON or OFF (V-Chip must be turned ON for rating settings to operate)
To move to SET US TV RATINGS, SET MOVIE RATINGS, or SET CANADIAN RATINGS (see following pages for descriptions of each item)
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V-Chip
US V-Chip Ratings
U.S. PARENTAL RATING SYSTEMS
Programs with the following ratings are appropriate for children.
❒ TV Y is Appropriate for All Children.
Programs are created for very young viewers and should be suitable for all ages, including
children ages 2 - 6.
❒ TV Y7 is for Older Children.
Most parents would find such programs suitable for children 7 and above. These programs
may contain some mild fantasy violence or comedic violence, which children should be able
to discern from reality.
Programs with the following ratings are designed for the entire audience.
❒ TV G stands for General Audience.
Most parents would find these programs suitable for all age groups. They contain little or no
violence, no strong language, and little or no sexual dialog or situations.
❒ TV PG Parental Guidance Suggested.
May contain some, but not much, strong language, limited violence, and some suggestive
sexual dialog or situations. It is recommended that parents watch these programs first, or
with their children.
❒ TV 14 Parents Strongly Cautioned.
Programs contain some material that may be unsuitable for children under the age of 14
including possible intense violence, sexual situations, strong coarse language, or intensely
suggestive dialog. Parents are cautioned against unattended viewing by children under 14.
❒ TV MA Mature Audiences Only.
These programs are specifically for adults and may be unsuitable for anyone under 17 years
of age. TV MA programs may have extensive V, S, L, or D.
Viewing Guidelines
In addition to the ratings categories explained above, information on specific kinds of content
are also supplied with the V-Chip rating. These types of content may also be blocked. The
content types are:
• V/FV is for VIOLENCE/FANTASY VIOLENCE
• S stands for SEXUAL CONTENT
• L stands for strong LANGUAGE
• D stands for suggestive DIALOG
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