JVC AV 20FA44 manual Troubleshooting, Problems Check

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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 40.

 

 

 

• The tuner (Auto Tuner Setup) could be set improperly. See page 24.

 

 

 

• 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 24.

 

 

certain channel

• Check to see if the channel is locked. See "Channel Summary - Lock" page 25.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The power turns off

• Make sure the set did not become unplugged.

 

 

by itself

• Perhaps the On/Off Timer is set. See page 38.

 

 

 

• Check to see if the Sleep Timer was set. See page 41.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The clock is wrong

• The power was interrupted and the clock was not reset. See page 37.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 34.

 

 

is poor

• The Video Status mode may be turned to the wrong setting. See page 43.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 80% black

• The Closed Caption Text mode is on. Turn it off in the Closed Caption Menu, page 32.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stereo or bilingual

• Make sure the MTS settings are correct. See "MTS" on page 36.

 

 

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 you select

 

 

INPUT-2

"V2-COMPONENT" by pressing the INPUT button. See page 13 and 40.

 

 

 

• In case you are connecting using composite cables to V2, make sure you select

 

 

 

"VIDEO-2" by pressing the INPUT button. See page 13 and 40.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ol mark appears

• The Ol mark will appear if you press the ASPECT button under this condition: While

 

 

 

noise muting is on over channels which are not broadcasting or are too weak to be

 

 

 

received.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 AV-20FA44 Important NoteModel Number Serial Number Risk of Electrical Shock Do not Open Important Safety PrecautionsPlease read and retain for your safety Important SafeguardsTherefore UsePortable Cart Warning Symbol provided by Retac ServiceTable of Contents Coaxial Cables Video CableComponent Cables Composite Cables Audio Cables Rear Panel Diagram Front Panel DiagramAV-20FA44 RM-C1251G Quick Setup TV Remote ControlKey Feature Buttons Remote ControlGetting Started Basic Operation Connecting Your DevicesIllustration of AV-20FA44 Diagram #1Diagram #3 Connecting to an External AmplifierHeadphone Connection Connecting to a CamcorderLanguage To beInteractive Plug In Menu Manual Clock Set Auto Clock SetProgramming will take approximately 1 to 2 minutes Auto Tuner SetupSetting the CATV, VCR and DVD Codes Remote ProgrammingCable Box or Satellite Codes MGA VCR CodesJVC DVD CodesSearch Codes Cable/Satellite Search Codes FunctionVCR/DVD Search Codes Function Onscreen Menus Using the GuideOnscreen Menu System Initial SetupInitial Setup Auto Tuner SetupChannel Summary Chip Channel Guard MessageDirections to Block Unrated Programs Unrated ProgramsUS V-Chip Ratings Directions to set US V-Chip Ratings Setting US V-Chip RatingsDirections to set Movie Mpaa Ratings Movies RatingsDirections to set Canadian V-Chip Ratings Canadian V-Chip RatingsSet Lock Code Closed Caption LanguageAuto Shut Off Front Panel LockPicture Adjust Picture SettingsAdjust the Picture Settings Color Temperature Noise MutingVSM Velocity Scan Modulation Sound Settings Sound AdjustAdjust the Sound Settings MTS Multi-Channel Television SoundSet Clock Clock/TimersOn/Off Timer Button Functions Input Return +Sleep Timer Sleep Timer MessageDisplay Sound TheaterPro D6500K Video StatusAspect LightVCR/DVD Slide Switch TV/CATV Slide SwitchVCR Buttons DVD ButtonsProblems Check TroubleshootingLabor PartsJVC Company of America Do not service the television yourself Authorized Service CentersAccessories Toll Free 1 800Model SpecificationsPage Page JVC Company of America JVC CANADA, INC