JVC PD-42WX84 User Manual

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  • Page 1 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: Plasma Display Users Guide Illustration of PD-42WX84 and RM-C13G For Model: PD-42WX84 LCT1480-001A 0803-KT-CR-VP...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Precautions

    Important Safety Precautions 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. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS TV SET TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
  • Page 3: Important Safeguards

    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.
  • Page 4 INSTALLATION 1 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.
  • Page 5 8 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.
  • Page 6 14 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.
  • Page 7 WARNING Burn-in A characteristic of Plasma Display Panels (PDPs) is that displaying the same image for a long time causes a part of the image to stay on the screen (this is called phosphor burn-in). Avoid burn-in as follows. IMAGE SHIFT The picture displayed on the screen is shifted up, down and to the left and right at regular intervals.
  • Page 8 WARNING If Burn-in has occurred If burn-in occurs, try the BURN-IN IMAGE REDUCER function (page 50). If burn-in is minimal it may gradually become less noticeable. Note: Once burn-in occurs it will never disappear completely. Point defects PDPs use collections of fine pixels to display images. While there is no problem with more than 99.99% of these pixels, please understand that a very small number of pixels may not light or may light all the time.
  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Quick Setup ..10 Unpacking your TV ... 10 Attaching the stand to the TV ..11 TV/Receiver .
  • Page 10: Quick Setup

    Quick Setup Unpacking your TV 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. Receiver AA/R06-size batteries System cable...
  • Page 11: Attaching The Stand To The Tv

    Quick Setup Read the following instructions and then attach the supplied stand to the TV. WARNING: The TV is heavy. It should always be carried by at least two people. Attempting to carry it by yourself may lead to it being dropped causing injuries and damage.
  • Page 12: Tv/Receiver

    Quick Setup NOTE: Before you connect your receiver to another device, please refer to the proper diagrams for your specific TV and remote. Display Front Refer to the pages in parentheses for details. Remote control sensor Power lamp (page 17) MENU button (pages 34) INPUT button (page 56)
  • Page 13: Tv Remote Control

    Quick Setup • For information on remote control buttons, see pages 54-62. TV Remote Control TV CATV VCR DVD ASPECT MULTI SCREEN SPLIT INDEX FREEZE SWAP SELECT INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 RETURN+ INPUT 4 100+ THEATER NATURAL VIDEO DIGITAL-IN CINEMA STATUS...
  • Page 14: Getting Started

    Quick Setup Getting Started These quick setup pages will provide you, in four easy steps, with the basic information you need to begin using your new television right away. If you have questions, or for more detailed information on any of these steps, please consult other sections of this manual.
  • Page 15: Connecting The Tv And Receiver

    Quick Setup Connecting the TV and receiver Use the supplied system cable to connect the TV to the receiver. The two connectors are of different shapes. Ensure that the pins on connector 1 are oriented correctly, press the connector into the socket, and tighten the screws at left and right to lock it in place.
  • Page 16: The Remote Control

    The right and left buttons will turn the volume up or down. These buttons are also marked with four arrows and are used with JVC’s onscreen menu system. To use the onscreen menus, press the M button.
  • Page 17: Basic Operation

    Quick Setup Basic Operation Turn the television on and off by pressing the P corner of the remote. If this is the first time you are turning on the TV, the interactive plug-in menu appears. • Turn on the TV after connecting it to the other surrounding devices. (Refer to page 18.) •...
  • Page 18: Connections

    Quick Setup Step 3 – Connecting Your Devices To make these connections, you will use plugs like the ones illustrated below. Coaxial Cables Ferrite core (accessory) Used to connect an external antenna or cable TV system to your receiver. Attach the ferrite core to the coaxial cable. Using it without the ferrite core may lead to noise (interference).
  • Page 19 Quick Setup Connections Diagram #1 Note: • If you do not have a cable box, connect the cable wire from the wall outlet into the back of the receiver. Diagram #2 Notes: • Use the S-Video connection if possible for superior picture quality. •...
  • Page 20 Quick Setup Notes: • 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.
  • Page 21: Connecting To Jvc Av Compu Link

    AV compu link, 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 unit you wish to connect. If it is not, contact JVC Parts Department at (800)-882-2345, or www.jvcservice.com for part # EWP 805-012.
  • Page 22: Connecting To A Camcorder

    Quick Setup Connecting to a Camcorder You may connect a camcorder, game console or other equipment to your television by using the front input jacks (Input 4) located under the front panel door. To access, pull on the door to open it. You can also connect these using the television’s rear input jacks, using the same instructions.
  • Page 23 Quick Setup Connecting to a Digital TV Receiver w/HDCP By inputting a high bandwidth 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 form. (This terminal is for use in the future when high bandwidth digital content protection DTV decoders and DVD players and D-VHS are put on the market.) After the connections have been made,...
  • Page 24 Quick Setup Connecting to an AV Receiver using your television’s V1 Smart Input By connecting your AV Receiver to your television's V1 smart Input, you can watch picture sources from many diffeent devices, without having to change or use the other input connections on your TV.
  • Page 25: Plug-In Menu

    We recommend you complete the interactive plug-in items before you start using your television. Language After the “JVC INTERACTIVE PLUG IN MENU” has been displayed, the TV automatically switches to the LANGUAGE settings. You can choose to view your onscreen menus in three languages: English, French (Français) or Spanish (Español).
  • Page 26: Auto Clock Set

    Quick Setup 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. If you do not have this in your area, you will have to set the clock manually.
  • Page 27: Auto Tuner Setup

    You can now begin watching your television, or you can continue on in this guide for more information on programming your remote control, or using the JVC onscreen menu system to customize your television viewing experience. Notes: •...
  • Page 28: Remote Programming

    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.
  • Page 29: Vcr Codes

    VCR Codes The remote control is programmed with VCR codes for power on/off, play, stop, fast-forward, rewind, pause, record, channel up/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 10 key pad.
  • Page 30: Dvd Codes

    Remote Programming DVD Codes The remote control is programmed with DVD codes for power on/off, play, stop, fast-forward, rewind, previous/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 10 key pad.
  • Page 31: Search Codes

    Search Codes Cable/Satellite Search Codes Function 1) Slide the first 2-Way Mode Selector switch to CATV. 2) Press and hold down the P three seconds. 3) Release the R +/TV button, then release the P ETURN 4) Press the P button on the remote, and see if the cable or satellite box responds.
  • Page 32: Onscreen Menus

    Onscreen Menus Using the Guide 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 buttons let you: •...
  • Page 33: The Onscreen Menu System

    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 on the next page. Detailed explanations on using each menu follow later in this guide.
  • Page 34 Onscreen Menus Press the M button INITIAL SETUP 04 PICTURE ADJUST 01 PICTURE ADJUST 02 SOUND ADJUST Notes: • The DIGITAL-IN menu can only be displayed when a 480p picture signal is input to the digital-in terminal and the picture is being displayed on the screen.
  • Page 35: Initial Setup

    Auto Tuner Setup The auto tuner setup function is described on page 27 as the interactive plug-in menu. If you need to run the auto tuner setup again, follow the steps below. Press the M button To AUTO TUNER SETUP To operate To choose CABLE or AIR Press the O...
  • Page 36: V-Chip

    Initial Setup 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.
  • Page 37 Unrated Programs Unrated programming refers to any programming which does not contain a rating signal. Programming on television stations which do not broadcast rating signals will be placed in the “Unrated Programming” category. Examples of Unrated programs: • Emergency Bulletins •...
  • Page 38 Initial Setup 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.
  • Page 39 Setting US V-Chip Ratings Press the M button To V-CHIP To operate (The lock icon Press Z to access the V-Chip menu To turn V-Chip ON or OFF To move to SET US TV RATINGS Directions to set US V-Chip Ratings Line up the cursor in the column (TV PG, TV G, etc.) with the content row (V/FV, S, etc.) and press the to move the cursor to the correct location.
  • Page 40 Initial Setup Movies Ratings ❒ NR – Not Rated This is a film which has no rating. In many cases these films were imported from countries which do not use the MPAA ratings system. Other NR films may be from amateur producers who didn’t intend to have their film widely released.
  • Page 41 Canadian V-Chip Ratings ❒ E – Exempt Exempt programming includes: news, sports, documentaries and other information programming, talk shows, music videos, and variety programming. ❒ C – Programming Intended for Children Violence Guidelines: There will be no realistic scenes of violence. Depictions of aggressive behavior will be infrequent and limited to portrayals that are clearly imaginary, comedic or unrealistic in nature.
  • Page 42: Set Lock Code

    Initial Setup Set Lock Code Channel guard and V-Chip settings are protected by a four-digit lock code. Your TV comes pre-set with a lock code of “0000”. You may change the code to any four-digit number you wish. To change the lock code, follow the steps below. Press the M button To SET LOCK CODE...
  • Page 43: Auto Demo

    Auto Demo This function lets you preview the many different viewing modes of your TV. It will cycle through “index”, “split demo”, “freeze”, all of the different “aspect” ratios and all of the different “video status” modes. Press the M button To AUTO DEMO To turn AUTO DEMO ON or OFF...
  • Page 44: Digital-In

    Initial Setup Digital-In The DIGITAL-IN option can only be displayed in the INITIAL SETUP menu when a 480p picture signal is being input to the DIGITAL-IN terminal. This option adjusts the position when a 480p picture signal is being displayed on the screen. There are two types of 480p picture signals: 640x480 and 720x480.
  • Page 45: Audio Out

    Audio Out If your television is connected to an external speaker source, audio out gives you the option of controlling the volume level with your TV’s remote control. Press the M button To AUDIO OUT To VARI or FIX Press the M button when finished VARI: Lets you adjust the volume of the external speakers using the V...
  • Page 46: Closed Caption

    Initial Setup Closed Caption Many broadcasts now include an onscreen display of dialog called closed captions. Some broadcasts may also include displays of additional information in text form. Your television can access and display this information using the closed caption feature. To activate the closed caption feature, follow the steps below.
  • Page 47: Front Panel Lock

    Front Panel Lock This allows you to lock the keys on the front of the TV, so that a child may not accidentally change your viewing preferences. Press the M button To FRONT PANEL LOCK To turn ON or OFF Press the M button when finished You can turn off this feature in the following ways:...
  • Page 48: Auto Shut Off

    Initial Setup Auto Shut Off This function automatically shuts off your TV when there is no signal from the channel the TV is on. Press the M button To AUTO SHUT OFF To turn ON or OFF Press the M button when finished •...
  • Page 49: Picture Adjust

    Picture Settings These settings allow you to change and adjust the way the picture appears on your television. TINT Tint allows you to adjust the levels of red and green in your TV picture. COLOR The color function lets you make all the colors in the TV picture appear either more vivid or subtle.
  • Page 50: Digital Noise Clear

    Picture Adjust Digital Noise Clear With digital noise clear, this helps take our static or noise from a channel that may not be coming in clearly. Press the M button To DIG. NOISE CLEAR To enter To select the mode “LOW”, “HIGH” or “OFF” Press the M button when finished Color Management...
  • Page 51: Sound Adjust

    Sound Settings These settings allow you to change and adjust the way the picture appears on your television. BASS – You can increase or decrease the level of low-frequency sound in the TV’s audio with the bass adjustment. TREBLE – Use treble to adjust the level of high-frequency sound in your TV’s audio. BALANCE –...
  • Page 52: Clock/Timers

    Clock/Timers Set Clock The set clock function is described on page 26 as the interactive plug-in menu. You can choose to set the clock automatically, or manually. If you need to set the clock again, follow the steps below. Press the M button To SET CLOCK To operate...
  • Page 53: On/Off Timer

    On/Off Timer The on/off timer lets you program your television to turn itself on or off. You can use it as an alarm to wake up, to help you remember important programs, or as a decoy when you’re not home. Press the M button To ON/OFF TIMER...
  • Page 54: Button Functions

    Button Functions Multi Screen Function Your television has two kinds of screen: SPLIT (2 channels) and INDEX (12 channels). Note: After you press any multiscreen button, if you press the menu button, only the picture adjust screen will appear. Split Activate the split-screen option by pressing S A channel and input will now appear onscreen.
  • Page 55: Index

    Index This allows you to quickly look at up to 12 channels at a time so that you can decide which one to watch. Notes: • Only RF input signal will be displayed. • You can watch the channel added in channel summary. See page 35. Freeze Pressing the F button causes the screen to change to the split-screen display with the...
  • Page 56: Power

    Button Functions Power Turns the TV on or off. Press the P OWER Number Buttons - 10Key Pad 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) 100+ Button...
  • Page 57: Return +/Tv

    Return +/TV The return+/TV button has three functions: Return - Returns to the channel viewed just before the channel currently onscreen. Return+ - Lets you program a specific channel to return to while scanning through the channels using the CH+ and CH– buttons. TV - Returns to the TV mode.
  • Page 58: Muting

    Button Functions Muting The M button instantly turns the volume down completely when you press it. Press UTING and the volume level will instantly go to zero. To restore the volume to its previous UTING level, press M again. UTING Video Status ideo status button gives you a choice of four TV picture display settings, including a display of your own preferences.
  • Page 59: Sleep Timer

    Sleep Timer The Sleep Timer can turn the TV off for you after you fall asleep. Program it to work in intervals of 15 minutes, for a total time of up to 180 minutes. Press the S LEEP 20 seconds before the automatic shutoff, this message will appear: You then have 20 seconds to press the S delay the shut off for another 15 minutes.
  • Page 60: Aspect

    Button Functions Aspect This feature will help you adjust the picture you are watching to give you the best possible picture quality. Aspect Ratios PANORAMA - With this ratio a normal 4:3 aspect picture is stretched to fit the dimensions of the 16:9 aspect screen. CINEMA - This ratio “zooms in”...
  • Page 61: Menu

    • See page 46 when you set the caption/text mode. Menu The M button allows you to access JVC’s onscreen menu system. Press M the onscreen menu system. • See individual topics like “Sound Adjust” for specific information on using menus.
  • Page 62: Tv/Catv Slide Switch

    VCR, please see the code chart and instructions on page 29. • The remote is preset with the code 000 to control JVC-brand DVD players. For any other manufacturer’s brand DVD player, please see the code chart and instructions on page 30.
  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    Refer to the table below to check the condition. If you think that there is a problem, contact the JVC Service Center where you purchased the television. PROBLEMS - Check for a blown fuse or circuit breaker or a power outage.
  • Page 64 Troubleshooting PROBLEMS There are double A building or passing airplane can reflec the original signal and produce a picures (ghosts) second, slightly delayed one. Adjust your antenna position. • Your antenna may be damaged, disconnected or turned. Picture is snowy •...
  • Page 65: Warnings

    Warnings Caring for the Cabinet Normally, light dusting with a soft, non-scratching duster will keep your TV clean. If you wish to wipe down the television, first unplug it. Then wipe gently with a soft cloth, slightly moistened with water. You can add a few drops of mild liquid detergent to the water to help remove spots of oily dirt.
  • Page 66: Warranty

    Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. WHAT WE WILL DO: If this product is found to be defective within the warranty period, JVC will repair or replace defective parts at no charge to the original owner. Such repair and replacement services shall be rendered during regular business hours by JVC authorized service centers.
  • Page 67 THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILTY, IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN. JVC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES, WHETHER DIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL...
  • Page 68: Authorized Service Centers

    To prevent electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Please refer to qualified service personnel for repairs. Accessories To purchase accessories for your JVC product, please call toll free:1 (800) 882-2345 or on the web at www.JVC.com...
  • Page 69: Specifications

    W X H X D Weight Accesories Specifications subject to change without notice. PD-42WX84 Plasma Display NTSC, BTSC System (Multi-Channel Sound) 1080i DTV digital broadcast ready VHF 2 to 13, UHT 14 to 69 Sub, Mid, Super, Hyper et Ultra bands...
  • Page 70 Notes...
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  • Page 72 JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA JVC CANADA, INC. Division of JVC Americas Corp. 21 Finchdene Square 1700 Valley Road Scarborough, Ontario Wayne, New Jersey, 07470 Canada, M1X 1A7...

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