JVC AV-36D503, AV-36D303, AV-36D203, AV-32D503, AV-32D303, AV-32D203, AV-27D503 Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

PROBLEMS

CHECK

There is no power

• See if the power cord became unplugged.

 

• Check for a blown fuse or circuit breaker or a power outage.

 

 

There is no picture

• The antenna could be disconnected.

or sound

• The input mode could be set improperly. See page 45.

 

• The tuner (Auto Tuner Setup) could be set improperly. See page 25.

 

• The TV station may be having difficulties. Check to see if other stations are working.

 

 

Remote control is not

• Check to see that the batteries are still working and properly installed.

operating properly or

• Make sure the remote has a clear sight path to the TV.

at all

• Check that the TV/CATV switch is in the proper position.

 

• You may be too far from the TV. You must be within 23 feet (7 meters).

 

 

You cannot select a

• Make sure the channels have been programmed. See "Channel Summary", page 28.

certain channel

• Check to see if the channel is locked. See "Channel Summary - Lock" page 28.

 

 

The power turns off

• Make sure the set did not become unplugged.

by itself

• Perhaps the On/Off Timer is set. See page 40.

 

• Check to see if the Sleep Timer was set. See page 44.

 

 

The clock is wrong

• The power was interrupted and the clock was not reset. See page 26.

 

 

The On Timer is

• There is a problem with the TV. Unplug the set and call for service.

blinking

 

 

 

The color quality

• Tint and Color may be improperly adjusted. See page 37.

is poor

• The Video Status mode may be turned to the wrong setting. See page 44.

 

 

There are lines

• There could be interference from another electrical appliance, such as a computer,

across the picture

another TV or VCR. Move any such appliances further away from the TV.

 

 

The picture is spotted

• There could be interference from a high-wattage appliance, like a hairdryer or vacuum,

 

operating nearby. Move the antenna away from the appliance or change to a coaxial

 

cable connection which is less prone to interference.

 

 

There are double

• A building or passing airplane can reflect the original signal and produce a second,

pictures (ghosts)

slightly delayed one. Adjust your antenna position.

 

 

Picture is snowy

• Your antenna may be damaged, disconnected or turned. Check the antenna

(image noise)

connection. If the antenna is damaged, replace it.

 

 

Screen is 40% black

• The Closed Caption Text mode is on. Turn it off in the Closed Caption Menu, page 41.

 

 

Stereo or bilingual

• Make sure the MTS settings are correct. See "MTS" on page 39.

programs can't be

 

heard

 

 

 

There is no picture

• Check your AV Cables to make sure they are connected tightly and properly.

being displayed for

• In case you are connecting using component cables to V2, make sure in the onscreen

V2 COMPONENT-IN

menu system, you have "YES" selected for the V2 COMPONENT-IN.

 

See page 16 and 42.

 

• In case you are connecting using composite cables to V2, make sure you have 'NO"

 

selected for the V2 COMPONENT-IN. See page 16 and 42.

 

 

Static electricity

• It is normal to feel static electricity if you brush or touch the screen.

 

 

You hear occasional

• It is normal for the TV to make crackling sounds when first turned on or off. Unless

crackling sounds

the sound or picture become abnormal, this is fine.

 

 

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Contents Important Note to the Customer Please NoteImportant Safety Precautions Installation Important SafeguardsPlease read and retain for your safety Important Recycling InformationTherefore USEService Table of Contents Unpacking Your Television RF Connectors Input PlugVideo Plug AV Compu Link III Cable Matching TV stand is also available optionalTV Models and Remotes Guide Rear Panel Diagram Front Panel DiagramModels Remote Control RM-C251 Remote Control RM-C252AV-36D503, AV-32D503 AV-36D303, AV-36D203 AV-27D503 Step One The Remote Control Quick SetupGetting Started Basic OperationProceed to Step Three Step Two Making Basic ConnectionsIllustration of AV-32D503 Step Three The Plug In Menu Stop The Quick Setup is completeCable and VCR Connections ConnectionsDiagram #2 Diagram #3 Illustration of AV-32D503 Connecting to a DVD player Connecting to a Camcorder Connecting to an External AmplifierConnecting to JVC AV Compu Link Remote Control Basics Remote ControlRemote Programming Setting the CATV, VCR and DVD CodesCable Box or Satellite codes MGA VCR codesJVC DVD codesOnscreen Menus Using the GuideOnscreen Menu System Plug In Menu Auto Tuner SetupIntroduction LanguageAuto Clock Set Thank YOU Manual Clock SetChannel Summary Channel SummarySpecial Note about Ratings ChipUS V-Chip Ratings Directions to set US V-Chip Ratings Setting US V-Chip RatingsExample Setting ratings with the V-Chip buttonDirections to set Movie Mpaa Ratings Movie RatingsDirections to set Canadian V-Chip Ratings Canadian V-Chip RatingsDirections to Block Unrated Programs Unrated ProgramsSet Lock Code Picture Settings Noise Muting Color TemperatureBass Sound SettingsTreble BalanceOn/Off Timer Note for PIP D503 models only On/Off TimerGeneral Items Front Panel Lock Closed CaptionThan 3 seconds XDS ID Auto Shut OffV2 Component-In Menu Button FunctionsExit and PIP Off DisplaySleep Timer Message Sleep TimerVideo Status Hyper Surround100+ Button BBEReturn+ Input VCR/DVD Switch TV/CATV Switch TheaterPro D6500K VCR ButtonsOn/Move Button Functions PIPSwap FreezeChannel +/- for PIP SourceProblems Check TroubleshootingThis limited warranty provided by JVC does not cover WarrantyParts LaborJVC Company of America HOW to Locate Your JVC Service Center Authorized Service CentersDo not service the television yourself AccessoriesCable/Satellite Search Codes Function Search CodesVCR Search Codes Function DVD Player Search Codes FunctionSpecifications subject to change without notice SpecificationsPage JVC Company of America JVC CANADA, INC