JVC TV-13143W manual Reception Disturbances, Ignition

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RECEPTION DISTURBANCES

Most types of television interference can be remedied by adjusting the height and position of the VHF/UHF antenna. Outdoor antennas are recommended for best results. The most common types of television interfer- ence are shown below. If one of these symptoms appear when the TV/VCR is connected to a Cable TV system, the disturbance may be caused by the local Cable TV company broadcast.

IGNITION

Black spots or horizontal streaks may appear, the picture may flutter or drift. Usually caused by interference from automobile ignition systems, neon lamps or AC powered tools and appliances such as drills or hair dryers.

GHOSTS

Ghosts are caused by the television signal following two paths. One is the direct path and the other is reflected by tall buildings, hills or other large objects. Changing the direction or position of the antenna may improve the reception.

SNOW

If the TV/VCR is located far from the TV station, in a fringe reception area where the signal is weak, small dots may appear in the picture. If the signal is extremely weak, the installation of a larger external antenna may be necessary.

RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE (RFI)

Caused by two-way radios, this type of interference produces moving ripples or diagonal streaks in the picture. Some cases may cause a loss of contrast in the picture. Changing the direction and position of the antenna or installing an RFI filter may improve the picture.

PICTURE SIZE VARIATION

A slight picture size variation is normal when you adjust the CONTRAST or

BRIGHTNESS settings.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

To prevent fire or shock hazard, disconnect the TV/VCR from the AC power source before cleaning.

The finish on the cabinet may be cleaned with mild soap and a soft, damp cloth and cared for as other furniture. Use caution when cleaning or wiping the plastic parts.

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Contents Serial Number TV/VCR Combo USER’S GuideRisk of Electric Shock Do not Open Accessories CleaningPower Sources Read InstructionsPower Lines POWER-CORD ProtectionDamage Requiring Service Replacement PartsWall or Ceiling Mounting Safety CheckHeat NEC SectionFeatures Table of Contents When YOU Experience the Above Conditions PrecautionsIf you cause a static discharge when touching Moisture CondensationTo USE AC Power Source Power SourceLocation of Controls AC Power Cord Connect to a 120V, 60Hz outletCassette Loading Slot To insert or remove a video tape RecordingCounter Reset Button Used to reset the counter to Remote Control17. SP/EP Selector Button Sets the tape speed for recording Size batteries, paying ArrowCover 300-75 OHM Matching Transformer not included Antenna ConnectionsNot included VHF 300 ohmFor Subscribers to Scrambled Cable TV Service For Subscribers to Basic Cable TV ServiceCable TV Connections Setting Language Auto Clock Setting Auto Clock SettingTime Zone Setting Standard Time Canadian ViewersDaylight Saving Time Setting System SET-UP screen will Manual Clock SettingAppear. See in this case SET option, then press the Enter buttonTo turn on the TV/VCR TV OperationPosition. See VHF/UHF Channels Cable TV ChannelsChannel + MutingCall TV/CAPTION/TEXT SleepChannel Return SleepClosed Captioning with a VCR What is Closed CAPTIONING?To View Closed Captions To Memorize Channels Automatic Memory Tuning Mode, then press To ADD/DELETE ChannelsEnter button To Register Password Setting the V-CHIPSET then press the Enter button Menu To SET the V-CHIPMovie Rating US TV RatingCanadian English Rating To Change Password Brightness Picture Control AdjustmentsContrast Press the SET + or button to selectCancel Reset Pictures CancelColor Tint SharpnessSet the desired minute To SET the on TimerAs in , then press To cancel the OFF Timer function To SET the OFF TimerTo confirm the ON/OFF Timer Select the TV SET-UP option Then press the Enter buttonLoading and Unloading a Video Cassette To Start Playback PlaybackTo Stop Playback To play a prerecorded tapeTo Rewind or Forward the Tape Rapidly Utton. The bac kwar d REW FF modeDigital Tracking Controls FORWARD/REVERSE Picture SearchTo Visually Search for Desired Points Special PlaybackSpeed Search Times To Watch Still PictureTo Watch a Tape Repeatedly Repeat mode is canceledPress the Menu b utton Auto Repeat optionRecording and Viewing the Same TV Program Recording a TV ProgramTo Stop REC Ording Temporarily To Stop Recording Timer Recor d. It will also eject the video cassettePress the ST OP button to stop recording Pressed f or recor dingInstant Timer Recording ITR See page 42 for the Daily/Weekly Timer Timer RecordingWhen setting the channel in step EjectedREC Timer indicator will go out Press the Timer button. The REC TimerSpeed as in step Press the Enter button to accept themTo SET DAILY/WEEKLY Timer Other Functions for the Timer RecoringTo Confirm the Settings ExampleIf the Program Overlaps Another To Cancel a ProgramTo View the Counter Display Using the Real Time Tape CounterTape Counter Counter to Counter will display the elapsed timeUsing Zero Return Connection to Another VCR Duplicating a Video TapeConnection to Camcorder Ignition Reception DisturbancesSymptoms Cause Possible Solutions Power Troubleshooting GuideTV Broadcast Reception Remote Control Symptoms Cause Possible SolutionsRecording PlaybackUsing the Man ual Cloc k Setting Video Head CleaningXtremel y sno wy. If Good PictureSnowy PictureTelevision Specifications5B20401A K 02/02 Wayne, New Jersey