User Manual Emerald FT/FL Series LED HDTV 32” Class EM32FL 39” Class EM39FT 55” Class EM55FT Before operating your LED TV, please read this manual thoroughly. (*Images shown in this user manual are for illustration purpose only.) Rev. 03/14...
Contents Congratulations on purchasing your new JVC TV. To get the most out of your JVC LED TV, read these instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference. For assistance, call the JVC Customer Support and Service Center 1-855-868-1928 or visit our website http://jvc-tv.com/support...
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CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 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 The exclamation point within an equilateral an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user triangle is intended to alert the user to to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage...
Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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Important Safety Instructions 22) When you connect the product to other equipment, turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment from the wall outlet. Failure to do so may cause an electric shock and serious personal injury. Read the owner’s manual of the other equipment carefully and follow the instructions when making any connections.
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Important Safety Instructions CONDENSATION Moisture will form in the operating section of the unit if the unit is brought from cool surroundings into a warm room or if the temperature of the room rises suddenly. When this happens, unit’s performance will be impaired. To prevent this, let the unit stand in its new surroundings for about an hour before switching it on, or make sure that the room temperature rises gradually.
Important Safety Instructions Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges.
Important Safety Instructions DTV Transition Advisory As of June 12, 2009, all U.S. television stations have switched to digital broadcasting. As a result, owners of analog television sets must connect a digital-to-analog converter box to the television set or subscribe to cable or satellite TV to receive over-the-air TV. Analog-only TVs continue to work as before to receive low power, Class A or translator television stations and with cable and satellite TV services, gaming consoles, VCRs, DVD players, and similar products.
Picture Menu ............25 Attaching the Stand ........10 Picture Mode .............25 Unpacking the TV ..........10 Backlight .............25 Removing the Stand ..........10 Contrast ...............25 EM32FL ..............10 Brightness ............25 EM39FT ..............10 Color ..............25 EM55FT ..............10 Tint ................25 Package Contents ........11 Sharpness ............26 Remote Control Batteries ......
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Contents Add Channel ............32 Delete Channel ..........32 Sleep Timer ..............32 Appendix ...........33 Supported Resolution ..........33 Troubleshooting ........34 Specifications ...........35 Limited Warranty ........36 ON PARTS AND LABOR ........36 Parts and Labor ..........36 Type of Service ..........36 Limitations and Exclusions ......36 Personal Data ............37 Important Open Source Software Notice 37 Third Party Application Notice ....37...
TV model. Remove TV accessories and protective foam. Remove TV from the box and place it on a flat and clean surface with TV screen facing down. Attach the stand to TV using the provided screw. EM32FL EM39FT EM55FT...
COMP MUSIC Quick Start Guide Power Cord DOWNLOAD FULL VERSION USER MANUAL http://jvc-tv.com/support Remote Control Batteries Push the tab, then lift to open the cover. Close the battery cover. Insert the batteries, making sure the [+] and [-] polarities are correct.
Parts and Functions Front View Power indicator Remote control IR receiver Rear View EM32FL EM39FT (*MHL port does not charge when TV is OFF.) Power / Multi-Function Button Operation: • Press the button to show Quick Control Menu and switch between options •...
Parts and Functions Remote Control 1 IR Transmitter: Sends remote control signal to the TV. 2 SLEEP button: Select a sleep mode timer (Off, 30 minutes, 60 minutes, 90 minutes, 120 minutes, 180 minutes). 3 Playback controls: The buttons are used for SLEEP Photo, Music, Video, and HDMI CEC function.
Making Connections Connecting Antenna / Cable Connect the 75 ohm coaxial cable directly to the DTV/TV Cable/Antenna jack of the TV. DTV / TV CABLE / ANTENNA 75 ohm coaxial cable Connecting HD Devices You can connect different devices to the TV using HDMI, Composite, or Component connections. Check the type of connection available on your device.
Making Connections Connecting External Speakers / Soundbar / AV Receivers Digital Connection Connect the SPDIF/Optical audio cable to the Audio OUT optical port of the TV and the optical port of the soundbar, AV receiver, or audio system. Digital Audio System Audio OUT Audio IN AUDIO OUT...
Basic Operations Setup Wizard Press to select the Time Zone, then press The Setup Wizard will assist you with setting up your TV for the first time. Please follow the instruction carefully. Time Zone Note: If you would like to setup over-the-air or cable Select the Time Zone programming, make sure the antenna or cable TV system is connected.
Note: One button operation • Scanning may take some time to complete. (Note:EM32FL and EM39FT only) • Select Stop Scan to cancel the auto scan at anytime. When auto scan is complete, press OK to The TV power button also serves as multi-function continue.
Basic Operations Changing Channel Press the number buttons to directly select channels. Note: After pressing the number buttons, there will be a few seconds delay before the TV changes channel. To change to the channel right away, press ENT after pressing the number buttons.
Basic Operations Set Aspect Ratio To Select Digital Channels Press the first 3 digits, then press , followed by Press WIDE to display the Wide menu. the remaining number. Example, to select channel 15-1, press 1, 5, , 1, then press ENT. Press WIDE repeatedly or press scroll through the options, then press OK.
Basic Operations Aspect Ratio options in PC mode. Multimedia Mode Normal The TV Allows you to play image slide shows from a When watching a 4:3 content, the TV displays USB memory stick. a standard picture with black side bars. When SLEEP viewing a 16:9 content, it displays the full Note:...
Basic Operations The displayed screen varies depending on the media type you selected. to select a file or function, then press OK. Press , or Multimedia: Photo PATH:/MMP/Photo/ Photo File Name: P1130130 P1130130 P1130131 Resolution: 768x1024 Size: 113KB P1130132 P1130133 P1130134 Start Slideshow Sort:...
TV. If you decide to install the wall mount and TV without the assistance of a technician or profes- sional, JVC will not be responsible for any damage to the product or injury to yourself or others.
Adjusting the Menu Settings Menu Operation Options or submenu Main Menu *Input sources menu varies depending on model. Remote Control Press MENU. Display the menu. 1. Press to select a menu or option. Select a menu option. 2. Press OK or to enter a menu or confirm an option.
Adjusting the Menu Settings Input Menu Select the input source signal. • TV: To watch analog or digital TV channels. • Video: To use VCRs, camcorders, or game consoles connected via composite connection. • Component: To use VCRs, camcorders, or game consoles connected via component connection.
Adjusting the Menu Settings Sharpness Adjust the sharpness of the edges of elements in the picture. Size & Position Horiz. Position / Vertical Position Adjust the horizontal / vertical position of the picture. Horizontal Size / Vertical Size Adjust the horizontal / vertical size of the picture. Color Temperature Apply a preset color temperature setting.
Adjusting the Menu Settings Lip Sync Adjust to match the movements and the lips of the person talking on the screen. (0 ~ 5) TV Speakers Turn the internal speakers on or off. Audio Only Output audio from the TV speakers but turn off the TV display. See page Digital Audio Out Select the type of digital audio output.
Adjusting the Menu Settings CEC Settings CEC allows you to control devices using your TV remote control when the CEC devices are connected via HDMI. CEC Function Enable or disable CEC function. Device Search If CEC Function is enabled, select to search for CEC devices. System Audio Control Connect to your device though Audio Return Channel-enabled HDMI Port (HDMI 1) Menu Language...
Adjusting the Menu Settings Press OK to mark and lock the channel. Enable Rating Press to return to the previous screen or press RETURN to close the Channel Lock menu screen. USA-TV Restrict By TV/Movie Rating USA-Movie You can select which TV/Movie rating to lock for viewing. CAN-English In the “Parental Control”...
Picture Adjusting the Menu Settings Audio Closed Caption Setup Closed Caption decodes and displays closed caption data of television programs as subtitle. This feature displays text on the screen or it translates and displays text in another language. Press MENU. Analog Closed Caption Closed Caption to select “Closed Caption”, then press or OK.
Audio Adjusting the Menu Settings Setup Channel Menu Select Antenna / Cable Select Antenna or Cable for the service connected to your TV. TV Mode Cable Closed Caption Press MENU. Auto Channel Scan to select “Channel”, then press or OK. Press Partial Channel Scan Wide...
Partial Scan Channels You can partially scan for network signal within a specified range of channels. Press MENU. to select “Partial Channel Scan”, then press or OK. Press to select “Scan Mode”, then press or OK. Press to select an option, then press OK. Press •...
Appendix Supported Resolution Model Name EM32FL/EM39FT/EM55FT 720 x 400 @ 70Hz 640 x 480 @ 60, 75Hz Supported PC Timing (HDMI) 800 x 600 @ 60, 75Hz 1024 x 768 @ 60, 75Hz 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz Supported Video Timing (NTSC, Composite)
Troubleshooting If your TV fails to work properly, check the following guidelines for possible causes and solutions. Consult your local dealer or service outlet if problems persist. Problem Solution No power. • Make sure the power cord is plugged in. •...
This Limited Warranty covers units that are purchased as new and in the United States Only. This Product is manufactured, distributed, and warranted by AmTRAN Video Corporation (hereinafter known as “Warrantor”) under brand license by JVC KENWOOD Corporation. The Warrantor provides a warranty to the original purchaser of a new Product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year of non-commercial usage and ninety (90) days of commercial use.
Lesser General Public License (hereinafter “GPL/LPGL”) that are subject to the GPL2.0/LGPL2.1 You may use, modify, or distribute only if you agree to all of the terms and conditions of the GPL/LGPL. For more details on the list of JVC devices with open source software, please visit http://jvc-tv.com/support...
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