In the spaces below, enter the model and 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 reference. Keep the carton and original
packaging for future use.
Serial NumberModel Number
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
C AU T I O N :To reduce the risk of electric shock .
Do not remove cover (or back ) .
No user serv i c e a ble parts inside.
R e fer servicing to qualified service pers o n n e l .
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.
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 electri-cal 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).
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.
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 ACplug 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 disconnect 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
extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can
be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.
(POLARIZED-TYPE)
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 operating 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.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by JVC could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
6 If an outside antenna is connected to the TVset, be sure the
this purpose. Such additions may result in a hazard .
13 For added protection of the TVset 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
s t o rms or power line surg e s .
14 A TVset and cart combination should be moved with care .
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause
the TVset and cart combination to overt u rn .
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
c o v e red in the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often
re q u i re extensive work by a qualified technician to re s t o re
the TVset to normal operation.
E. If the TVset has been dropped or damaged in any way.
F. When the TV set exhibits a distinct change in perform-
ance — this indicates a need for service.
1 6 Do not attempt to service this TVset yourself as opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personn e l .
17 When replacement parts are re q u i red, have the service tech-
nician verify in writing that the replacement parts he uses
have the same safety characteristics as the original part s .
Use of manufacture r’s specified replacement parts can prevent fire, shock, or other hazard s .
18 Upon completion of any service or repairs to this TVs e t ,
please ask the service technician to perf o rm the safety check
described in the manufacture r’s service literature .
19 When a TV set reaches the end of its useful life, improper dis-
posal could result in a picture tube implosion. Ask a qualified
s e rvice 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.
antenna system is grounded so as to provide some pro t e c t i o n
against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810
of the National Electrical Code provides information with re s p e c t
to proper grounding of the mast and supporting stru c t u re ,
g rounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size
of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit,
connection re q u i rements for the grounding electro d e .
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.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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 re g i s t e r.
9 To avoid personal injury:
— Do not place a TVset on a sloping shelf unless properly secure d .
— Use only a cart or stand recommended by the TV s e t
m a n u f a c t u re r.
— Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresh-
olds 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
t h rough cabinet openings. Some internal parts carry hazard o u s
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
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Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Authorized Service Centers . . . . . . . . . . 43
Connections 5
CONNECTIONS CHECKLIST - READ ME FIRST
The Connections Checklist section of this guide is a list of ideas to keep in mind while you
setup your new TV. It is designed to help us not-so-technically-minded individuals make our
connections properly. If you read this section and still can’t identify the plugs, connectors and
components you have, please ask someone for help in making your connections.
1) Always refer to the connection instructions in the
user’s guide for your components first. The
manufacturer will provide the most detailed
information about their products.
2) Know your jacks and plugs - most are color coded:
• Yellow plugs are Video connections
• Red plugs are Right Audio connections
• White (or black) plugs are Left Audio (or Mono)
connections. If your VCR is mono-sound, it will have
only a white or black plug, no second red one).
3) Perform one connection at a time. If you have
several accessories to connect, make sure each
connection is correct by checking to see that it works
properly before trying the next connection.
4) Unplug the power cord during each connection.
5) Follow the In and Out Concept. Remember In and
Out - the Output jack from one device will go to the
Input jack of the other. Read the jack panels, they are
all labeled.
A/V Input Plug
RF Connectors
S-Video Plug
6Connections
Shown below are illustrations of the Front and Rear panels of the D-Series Projection Televisions. Take a
moment to look at the illustrations to familiarize yourself with their layout. The Front Panel controls will be used
in the normal operation of your television, while the Rear Panel will be used to connect your television to your
other audio/video equipment. Detailed connection information can be found on the next several pages.
Front Panel
Front Panel for AV-60D501 and AV-50D501
Rear Panel
Front Input door open
Rear Panel for AV-60D501 and AV-50D501
Connections 7
Cable or Antenna Connections
Before you can begin to watch your D-Series Projection television, you will need to connect it to an antenna
or cable outlet. The next four diagrams should cover most typical antenna or cable connections.
Use Diagram #1 to connect your television to an antenna with flat cable leads.
Use Diagram #2 to connect your television to an antenna with a coaxial cable lead OR to a cable system
that does not require you to use a cable box to receive any channels.
Use Diagram #3 or #4 to connect to a cable system that requires you to use a cable box to receive any or
all of you cable channels (i.e. to receive “premium” cable channels).
1) Connect the UHF and VHF
antenna leads to the UHF/VHF
combiner.
2) Press the combiner box onto
the ANT-A coaxial cable input on
the television’s back panel.
1
For Antenna with Twin Flat lead:
1) Connect the two 300 ohm leads
f rom the antenna to the transform e r.
2) Press the 75 ohm plug of the
transformer onto the ANT-A coaxial
cable input on the television’s back
panel.
For Antenna with a Coaxial Cable
lead or a Cable System that doesnot require the use of a cable
box:
1) Connect the coaxial cable from
the antenna to the ANT-A coaxial
cable input on the television’s back
panel.
2
8Connections
3
1) Connect the coaxial cable from the
cable television outlet to the ANT-A
input at the rear of the television.
2) Connect a coaxial cable from the
CABLE LOOP OUT jack at the rear of
the TV to the input jack on the cable
box.
3) Connect a coaxial cable out from
the Output jack on the cable box into
the ANT-B jack at the rear of the
television.
1) Connect the coaxial cable from the
cable television outlet to the ANT-A
input at the rear of the television.
2) Connect a coaxial cable from the
CABLE LOOP OUT jack at the rear of
the TV to the input jack on the cable
box.
3) Connect a coaxial cable OUT from
the cable box output to the Antenna In
coaxial jack on the VCR.
4) Connect a coaxial cable from the
Antenna Out jack on the VCR to the
ANT-B input at the rear of the
television.
4
Connections 9
VCR Connections
Use the diagrams below to connect a VCR to your television. For an antenna or cable connection use
Diagram #1. For stereo-sound connection of an Audio/Video device, use Diagram #2.
1) Connect the coaxial cable from
the cable television outlet to the
ANT-A input at the rear of the
television.
2) Connect a coaxial cable from
the CABLE LOOP OUT jack at the
rear of the TV to the input jack on
the back panel of the VCR.
3) Connect a coaxial cable out
from the Output jack on the back
panel of the VCR into the ANT-B
jack at the rear of the television.
1
1) Connect a video cable from the
Video Out jack on the back of the
VCR to either the Video Input 1
or Video Input 2 jacks on the rear
panel of the television.
2) Connect the red audio cable
from the right Audio Output jack
on the VCR to the right Audio
Input jack at the rear of the
television.
3) Connect the white audio cable
from the left Audio Output of the
VCR to the left Audio Input jack at
the rear of the television.
S-Video Connection
To use the S-Video connections
for your VCR, plug an S-Video
cable into the output jack at the
rear of the VCR. Plug the S-Video
cable into one of the two S-Video
inputs at the rear of the television.
• Use either the S-Video or RCA-
2
type video cable connection, not
both, from any one device.
10Connections
Audio/Video Connections - Stereo Systems
Use Diagram #1 to connect an AV Receiver, use Diagram #2 to connect to a stereo audio system.
1) Connect a video cable from the
Video Monitor Output jack on the
back of the AV receiver to the
Video Input 1 jack on the
television’s rear jack panel, using
a video plug cable.
2) Connect a video cable from the
Video Monitor Output jack on the
TV’s rear panel to the Video TV In
jack at the back of the AV
receiver.
3) Connect a set of audio cables
from the Audio Output jacks on
the TV’s rear panel in to the Audio
TV In jacks at the back of the AV
receiver. The red cable connects
the right output to the right input.
The white cable connects the left
output to the left input.
1
1) Connect the audio cables from
the Audio Monitor Output jacks on
the television’s rear panel to the
TV In or Aux In terminals at the
back of your audio system. The
red cable connects the right
Output to the right Input. The
white cable connects the left
Output to the left Input.
2) Turn off the TV’s internal
speakers with the option in the AV
Connection Menu (see page 18).
3) Set the audio system’s input to
the TV or AUX position to hear the
television audio through the audio
system’s speakers.
2
Connecting a DVD Player
Connections 11
1) Connect the Component Video
cables from the video output
jacks at the back of the DVD
player to the DVD input jacks at
the back of the television. Make
the connections in the following
order: Y to Y, PR to PR, PB to PB.
2) Connect a set of audio cables
from the Audio Output jacks at the
back of the DVD player to the
DVD Audio Input jacks located at
the back of the television next to
the Component Video Input
Jacks.
3) Connect the red audio cable
from the right Audio Output to the
right Audio Input.
4) Connect the white audio cable
from the left Audio Output to the
left Audio Input.
Connecting a Camcorder
You can quickly connect a camcorder to your D-Series Projection Television using the input jacks located under
the front panel door. If you wish, you may connect your camcorder to the rear input jacks by following these steps.
1) Lift gently on the front panel door
to open it.
2) Connect the yellow video cable
from the camcorder to the Video
Input jack on the TV.
3) Connect the white audio cable
from the camcorder to the right
Audio Input jack on the TV.
4) If your camcorder is a stereo
model, connect the red audio cable
from the camcorder to the left Audio
Input jack on the TV.
S-Video Connection
There is also an S-Video input
located at the front of the
television. If you have a camcorder
with an S-Video connection, you
may use this input. Use either the
S-Video or Video input jack, do not
use both.
• Other devices, such as game
consoles, may be connected
using the front input jacks.
12Getting Started
RM-C889
Changing the Batteries
Be sure to use only size AAb a t t e r i e s .
Push the tab on the remote's battery cover
1
and slide towards the bottom to remove it.
I n s e rt two AA batteries (supplied), carefully
2
noting the "+" and "-" markings on the
batteries and on the remote control. To avoid
a potential short circuit, insert the "-" end first.
When batteries are installed, slide the back
3
cover 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 thre e
minutes, the remote control codes for your VCR,
Cable Box, and other devices may have to be re s e t
(page 14-15).
• When using the remote, be within 20 feet of the
television or other component.
• Do not drop the remote, or let it get wet or expose
it to a heat sourc e .
• When cleaning the remote use only a soft, damp
cloth. Do not use harsh chemical cleaners.
For more information on your remote control’s
many features, see pages 31 and 32 and your
Quick Setup Guide.
Getting Started 13
POWER
• Press the PO W E R button on the remote control or the front panel of the TV. The power lamp will glow gre e n .
• Make sure the TV/CAT V switch on the remote is set to TV. Move the switch to CAT V only if you plan to operate
a cable box. On the CATV setting the remote will only operate the cable box functions.
• To turn the power off, press the Power button again. The power lamp will turn off .
• The On Timer lamp will blink when the On/Off Timer is set (page 26), even when the TV power is off.
ADJUSTING VOLUME
To control the volume level, use the VO L U M E+/- b u t t o n s on the remote control or on the TV's front panel. Use
the VO L U M E - button to lower the volume. Press the VOLUME+ button to raise the volume.
VOLUME :
Press the MUTING button to instantly turn the volume to zero. Press MUTING again to return to the previous
volume level.
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CHANGING CHANNELS
10 key direct access
1
To move directly to a specific channel, press that channel's numbers on the remote's 10 key pad. For single-digit
channel numbers, press "0" then the channel number.
CHANNEL -/+ button
2
To scan through the channels, press either the CH A N N E L + or CH A N N E L - button. You will scan through the
channels in numerical ord e r.
• After you finish Memorizing Channels (page 17), all channels with poor or no reception will be removed fro m
m e m o ry. When you scan you will only receive channels in memory.
Quick View (QV)
3
The Quick View button will switch to the previous viewed channel. For example, select a channel. Then select a
d i ff e rent channel using the 10 key pad buttons. You can now flip back and forth between these two channels by
p ressing QV.
Super Quick View (SQV)
4
With Super Quick View you can add a list of your favorite channels into memory. You can then access this list at
any time by pressing SQV. Press SQV once to access your favorite channel list. Then each press of SQV will
access the next channel on your Super Quick View list. For information on adding or deleting channels to your
S Q V list, see page 25.
1) Slide the 2-Way Mode Selector switch to CATV for
Cable/Satellite or TV for VCR.
2) Press the TV POWER (or VCRPOWER for VCR) and QV
buttons. Hold for at least three seconds and release.
3) Press TV POWER (or VCR POWER), see if the Cable/
Satellite box or VCR responds.
4) If there was a response, press QV. The operating
codes are now set. If there was no response,
repeat Step 3. If you repeat Step 3 more than 70
times without a response, use the remote control
which came with the equipment.
Search Codes Function:
Setting the CATV & VCR Codes
Cable Box / Satellite / VCR setup
1) Find the CATV/Satellite/VCR brand from the list of codes.
2) Slide the 2-way selector switch to “CATV” to program a
Cable/Satellite box or to “TV” to program VCR.
3) Press the POWER (for Cable box or Satellite) or VCR POWER
(for VCR) and QV buttons at the same time.
4) Enter the first 3-digit code number listed using the 10 key
pad.
5) Press the QV button to enter the code.
6) C o n f i rm the operation of the Cable Box/Satellite receiver or VCR.
• If your CATV/Satellite box/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.
CABLE BOXES
ABC
Allegro
Antronix
Archer
Belcor
Cable Star
Cabletenna
Cableview
Century
Citizen
Colour Voice
Comtronics
Contec
Eastern
Everquest
Focus
Garrard
GC Electronics
Gemini
General Instrument
Goldstar
Hamlin
Hitachi
Hytex
Jasco
Jerrold
Linsay
Magnavox
Memorex
Movie Time
Novaplex
NSC
Oak
Panasonic
Panther
Paragon
Philips
Pioneer
Popular Mechanics
Pulsar
RCA
Realistic
Recoton