JVC TV-20240 User Manual page 3

PRECAUTIONS ABOUT VIDEO
Before operating the video unit, ptoase read the precautions on th{s page.
Preoautlons for Recording TV
Pvrogmmo
About Copyright
The recordingsyou make from TV programsor pre-
recorded tapes cannotbe used withoutbermission
from the copyright holders, except when they are
uSed sOlelyfor personalenF3yment.
I_IM RqK:mrdlml Bofom Making Important
R_o_dl_lo
Make a trial recoraing before an important program
to be sum that you can record and p_aybackaudio
and video progedy
DIm:lolmen
JVC assumes no liability for failure to record or
playback audio and video properly with this unit.
Precautions About Vkloo Ca_oottos
Keep these points in mind while _rkJng with video
CaSSettes.
Hoc:oFdlng
Z • If you record on a previously recorded tape, the
O original corrtent wdl be automatically erased.
_._ • Video cassettes cannot be reversed or *flipped
O1 over" like auteo cassedes.
Handling Cm.0ettos Prt=pWlB
O
• To store cassettes, place them inside their cases.
The eases should then be stored vertically
• Do not drop cassettes, or give them any other
hard shock.
• Rewind cassettes betore stonng,
• Do not repeatedly load and unload tapes without
running them in between,
Do Not Itore In the Following Ploces
• Exposed to direct suolight or near a heating
device.
• Exposed to exeess_,e humidity, smoke, or dust,
• Near a strong magnet (including speakers),
Pment Acoldental Emm
Remove _ sina!! plastic tab at the rear of the
cassette, Without this tab, the cassette cannot be
used for recordieg It is recommended that you
remove the tabs frc_n irnbertaot cassettes to prevent
accider dai efasule TO record on a cassette WhOSe
tabs have pen removed, cover the tab hole with two
layers of adhesNe tape,
Precautions About MolMum
CoriKkmoatlms
What Is MolMum Domthmlatkm?
When you put COld water into a glass, water droplets
form on its sudace. This phen_enon is called
m0P3ture een_sati0_,
If Molituro Oondimlmllon Oi_urll
The wdeo unit may fail to operate, or may operate
erratically poterdiaily damaging the unit and video
CaSSette.
When _ P.._l_amtl_ Oecul_
• When equipment is moved from a colder to a
warmer p_ace.
• immediately after a room heater is started.
• When the unit is exposed to a cold air flow (like
horn an air conditic_er )
• In high humidity _ wi_en steam is present.
llte Pfevmlt _em_MWtlee
• Wait about an hour before operating _e unit so
that it can become accustomed to the room
conditices.
• Provide proper ventilatk_,
If the unit fails to operate or operates poorly and you
think eonbensabon may be the cause, turn the unit_
power off and wait a few hours before trying to
operate the unit again.
Enjoying Clear Video
OI4_nlng Ihe Video Heads
After a long, or frequent use, the video heads inside
the unit may become dir t_, possibly resulting in poor
picture quteity, TO prevent this from happening, it is
recommended you caian the unit frequently with a
head cleaning cassette (TEL*2 or 3, sold
separately).
ff Video Quality Is IUH Poor After Cleaning
Try cleaning the unit two or three times instead of
iuai once, ff the repeated cleaning still fails to
produce better picture qualit_ an internal
malfenotio_ may be the cause, Call your local dealer
for servicing.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS I
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONNECTIONS
Connections Checklist ................ 5
Front Panel Diagram ................. 5
Cable Box Connection ................ 6
Connecting to a Camcorder ............. 7
Connecting to Headppones/Earphones ...... 7
GETTING STARTED
Remote ContrOl .................... 8
Power ......................... 9
Adlusling Volume .................. 9
Changing Channels .................. 9
Remote Programming ............... 10
CATV & Satellite Codes ............... 10
MENU FUNCTIONS
Using the Menu ................... fl
teitiai Setup
Auto Tuner Setup .............. 12
Channel Summary ............. 12
Set Lock Code ............... 13
VCR Flus" Guide Setup ......... t4
Picture Settings
Tint ..................... 15
Color .................... 15
Picture ................. 15
Bright .................. 15
Detail .................. 15
Sound Settings
Bass ..................... 16
Treble .................... 16
Balance ................... 16
MTS(Muiti-channa/ TV Sound) ..... 16
Serne Sound Advlee ............ 16
Clocks/]liners
Set Clock (Semi-Auto) ........... t7
Set Clock (Manual) ............. 17
On/OffTimer ................. 18
Ganerai Items
Language ................. 18
Clesed Caption ............... 18
Noise Muting ................ 18
VCR FUNCTIONS
VCR BasiCs
Load Wdeccassette ............ 19
FledihaSatrtoftheProgram ........ 19
Start Flaybeck ................ 19
Stop Playback ................ 19
Simple Recordleg .............. 19
Tape Counter ................ 19
Electing the Cassette ............ 19
VCR Menu
Regular VCR Programming ........ 20
RecOrding S_ed .............. 21
Auto SP-*EP ................ gl
Repeat P_y ................. 21
V Stabilizer. ............... 21
VCR Plus*
Recording _fith VCR.Plus* ......... 22
Timer recording TroUbJesbeoitng .......... 23
Instant T_ner Rec(xdJng
ITR ...................... 23
BUTTON FUNCTIONS . TV
Display ........................ 24
Video Status ..................... 24
Sleep Timer ..................... 24
Number Buttons (10 Kay Pad) ........... 25
100+ ......................... 25
Muting ........................ 25
Menu Button ..................... 25
Input ....................... 25
Return ......................... 25
Exit ......................... 25
Closed Caption .................... 25
Channel +/- ..................... 25
Volume +/- ...................... 25
TV/_ATV Switch ................... 25
BUTTON FUNCTIONS. VCR
VCB Basics ..................... 26
Index Search ................... 26
Tracking Adjustment ................. 26
Skip Search ..................... 27
Re-View ........................ 27
EZ Ject ........................ 27
Shuttle Plus +/- ................... 27
Timer. ....................... 27
VCR Plus+ ...................... 27
Daily/Weeaiy ..................... 27
BEC/ITR ........................ 28
StOP/EJeCT ...................... 28
Program Check ................... 28
APPENDICES
TrOubleshooting ................... 29
Limited Warranty ................... 31
Authorized Service Centers ............. 32
Memo ......................... 33
Spec_ficaticns ............... Back Cover
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