1080p hdtv lcd television 32" / 42" / 46" class (68 pages)
Summary of Contents for JVC LCT2383-001B-A
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Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. POWER SLEEP DVD AUDIO MODE INPUT DVD/DVR TUNER RETURN + TUNE – CH + – VOL + iPod MUTING STATUS PCON SOUND VIDEO GUIDE SUB CH ML/MTS DISPLAY SUB T. TV/VCR RM-C1480 LCT2383-001B-A 0608TSH-II-IM...
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.
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Warnings IMPORTANT RECYCLING INFORMATION This product has a fluorescent lamp that contains mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or for USA, the Electronic Industries IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions.
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TV. Do the same when moving the TV to another location. 21) When attaching to a wall, use the optional JVC wall mounting unit. For LT-42P789: JVC-XUF-2637 LCD FLAT WALL MOUNT For LT-47P789: JVCPCM-MS2 TILT/FLAT WALL MOUNT Caution —...
We have an important note for customers who subscribe to basic cable services (do not have a separate cable box) and plan to use their JVC TV remote control to select channels. Once you run the Auto Tuner Setup (which detects and programs all the channels your TV is receiving through the RF input), every channel number available from your cable company will appear in your television’s Channel Summary and they will all be marked as available for...
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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.
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Precautions Disconnecting the stand If you disconnect the stand, attach the bottom cover and the screw (supplied) into the hole. 1) Place the TV face down on a soft cloth on a table. 2) Remove the six screws from the back of the TV. 3) Pull out the stand from the TV.
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Package Contents Make sure you have the following. Television x 1 Dock Adapter x 5 Insert the batteries Use two “AA” batteries (included). Place the "–" end in the unit first, making sure the "+" and "–" markings are correct. Place the "–" end in the unit first.
Remote Control The following pages gives you a brief description of each button’s function. For more detailed information on the remote control buttons, see pages 19 - 21. This remote can also control up to four other devices. See page 52 - 58. Choose how long the TV will stay on before SLEEP POWER...
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Used to access the TV’s onscreen menus. Used to navigate through the TV’s Go back to a previous onscreen menu or to Save your favorite channels. See page 19. Change the aspect ratio of the image on your Choose several types of sound frequencies. STAT SOUND Choose different display settings according to...
TV Basic Controls Before you connect your television to another device, please refer to the proper diagrams for your specific TV and remote. These will help assist you in understanding how to connect your television to another device, as well as use the remote to set up your television. Some of the connection terminals are color coded for easy connection with the proper cables.
AUDIO OUT INPUT 1 HDMI ANALOG AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO COMPONENT INPUT 5 AUDIO S-VIDEO VIDEO COMPONENT INPUT 4 DIGITAL AUDIO OPTICAL OUT LC34324-001A INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 75 Ω (VHF/UHF) * For more detailed information, see pages 47 - 51. AUDIO OUT INPUT 1 HDMI ANALOG...
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TV Basic Controls Device Side HDMI DVI + Audio Component Video + Audio S-Video + Audio Composite Video + Audio Antenna / Cable (VHF / UHF) OPTICAL INPUT AUDIO INPUT (L / R) With Cables HDMI Cable DVI – HDMI Cable, Audio Cable HDMI ANALOG AUDIO Component...
Setup Initial setup When you turn on your TV for the first time, the Initial Setup menu appears automatically. These menus will help you setup your TV with basic information for Language, Time and Tuner Setup. You can also set this setting in the “Plug in Menu”. POWER SLEEP SLEEP...
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Initial setup (Continued) – CH + – CH + – VOL + – VOL + iPod iPod MUTING MUTING STATUS STATUS PCON PCON SOUND SOUND VIDEO VIDEO GUIDE GUIDE SUB CH SUB CH ML/MTS ML/MTS DISPLAY DISPLAY TV/VCR TV/VCR SUB T. SUB T.
Key Features Your JVC TV is equipped with many features. Here is some key features highlighted in detail. Simple playback of video and music on TV. You can charge your iPod. You can watch a program while listening to the iPod (source of program must be from TV’s Internal Tuner).
Remote Control Functions Sleep SLEEP Allows you to choose how long the TV will stay on before turning off. Notes: • When you press the SLEEP button several times, you can set the interval at Off, 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 minutes. •...
Remote Control Functions Aspect Allows you to adjust the way the image appears on your TV based on the format that is being received. Panorama / Cinema / Full / Panorama Zoom / Cinema Zoom / Full Native / Regular / Slim See page 28.
Guide GUIDE You can view program information for Digital Channels. Note: • When the program information is not being broadcast, the correct information will not be displayed. • The GUIDE will not show the correct time and date depending on the Time Zone and D.S.T. settings.
Customizing your TV Picture (Continued) ■ Allows you to change and adjust the way the picture appears on your television. Tint Allows you to adjust the levels of red and green on your TV. Color Allows you to make all the colors on your TV appear more vivid or subtle. Picture Allows you to adjust the level of black and white on your TV giving you a darker or brighter picture overall.
Picture (Continued) Smart Picture Allows the TV to adjust the brightness level automatically to a level suitable for what you are watching. On / Off Digital VNR This function can be selected to change the effect of Digital VNR (Video Noise Reduction). High –...
Customizing your TV Display Picture Display Video Input Label AIR TV Photo Viewer Aspect Ratio Cinema Zoom BACK :Select :Operate Video Input Label Allows you to label all the devices you have connected to the TV that use the VIDEO-1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 inputs.
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• All your stored data should be backed up fi rst as a precaution before connecting to the TV. • Depending on your stored fi le size, it can take extra time to display “Photo Viewer” page. • You can not display photos using the SD card from the JVC Everio Camera. Customizing your TV button, and a folder list will be displayed.
Customizing your TV Display (continued) Aspect Allows you to adjust the way the image appears on your TV based on the format that is being received. Panorama - When watching a 4:3 aspect picture it is stretched to fit the dimensions of the 16:9 aspect screen.
Picture Display Closed Caption CC Setting Tuner Mode Autoscan Add Channel Edit Channel V-Chip Guide BACK :Select :Operate :Back Closed Caption Allows you to select the mode of the closed caption. First you must set the MODE to either TV, STB or VCR on your remote.
Customizing your TV TV (continued) Analog CC Choose the CC feature that you like for analog Closed Captioning. Digital CC Choose the CC feature that you like for digital Closed Captioning. Font Choose the font that you like for Closed Captioning. Font Size Choose how big the text appears in Closed Captioning.
TV (continued) Add Channel Allows you to add analog channels. Regarding digital channels, the only channels that will appear are the ones that are being broadcast. Please insert scan number or range Start Edit Channel Allows you to skip channels when using the + CH – button. “✔” means don’t skip, “ “ means to skip.
Customizing your TV TV (V-Chip) Allows you to block channels or content that you deem inappropriate for children. Picture Display Closed Caption CC Setting Tuner Mode Autoscan Add Channel Edit Channel V-Chip Guide BACK :Select :Operate Notes: • V-CHIP will not work with video signals from VCRs, DVD players, Blu-ray or camcorders connected to the TV.
TV (V-Chip) (continued) Password Picture Display Sound Power Closed Caption CC Setting Tuner Mode Autoscan Password New Password Add Channel MPAA Confirm Password Edit Channel Can. Eng. Clear V-Chip Can Fre. Please set password first to act Guide TVPG :Operate BACK :Back MENU...
Customizing your TV TV (V-Chip) (continued) MPAA (continued) NR – Not Rated. Any type of programming that does not contain a rating. G – General Audience. Suitable for all ages. PG – Parental Guidance Suggested. Suitable for all ages with parental guidance. PG 13 –...
TV (V-Chip) (continued) E – Exempt. Any type of programming that does not contain a rating. C – Intended for children. Suitable for all ages. C8+ – Intended for children over 8 years old. Suitable for all ages over 8 years. G –...
Customizing your TV TV (V-Chip) (continued) TVPG Picture Display Sound Power Closed Caption CC Setting Tuner Mode Autoscan Password ALL FV V TV-Y Add Channel MPAA TV-Y7 Edit Channel Can. Eng. TV-G TV-PG V-Chip Can Fre. TV-14 Guide TVPG TV-MA BACK MENU :Select...
Sound Picture Display BACK :Select :Operate :Back Allows you to listen to a program in stereo, mono sound or another language (SAP). (Depending if available in the program). First you must set the MODE to TV on your remote. Notes: •...
Customizing your TV Sound (continued) Sound Status You can choose several types of sound modes. Speech / Jazz / Classic / Rock / User Note: • If you select User, you can customize the various sound frequencies. Audio Reset Resets all sound adjustments at once to the default settings.
Power Picture Display BACK :Select :Operate :Back Sleep Timer Allows you to choose how long the TV will stay on before turning off. First set the MODE to TV. Off / 15Min / 30Min / 45Min / 60Min / 90Min / 120Min / 150Min / 180Min Note: •...
Customizing your TV Setting Picture Display BACK :Operate :Select Plug-In Menu When you turn on your TV for the first time, the Initial Setup menu appears. If you skip it, or your setup has changed, you can set it up in this menu anytime. Time Zone Choose the time zone you live in and the clock sets automatically.
Setting (continued) Front Panel Lock This allows you to lock the buttons on the side of the TV. On / Off Transparency Change the transparency of the menu screens. 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 Auto Shut Off This function automatically shuts off your TV when there is no signal from the channel while the TV is on for 10 minutes.
• Please do not jiggle the iPod in the TeleDock to avoid connection failure or damage to the connector. 2) Press the iPod button on your remote, then the JVC logo will appear on the screen of the iPod. Notes: •...
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Enjoy movies/music from your iPod Compatible iPod Types * If your iPod is not listed in this chart, it is incompatible with this television. Photo/ Color 20GB 20GB 40GB 30GB 40GB 60GB TV Control Mode Music ✔ ✔ Play Music Shuffl...
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• You can not operate the TV menu while in iPod mode. • JVC is not responsible for any loss of or damage to iPod that might result from the use of this product.
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Enjoy movies/music from your iPod TV Control Mode You can operate the iPod by using the TV’s remote control and onscreen menus. iPod Function Music Play Music Shuffle Play Video Play Music Play (TV Control Mode) Yesterday SOME RANDOM BAND 00:00:51 / 00:03:56 Choose sleep timer SLEEP...
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Enjoy movies/music from your iPod Video Play (TV Control Mode) Choose sleep timer SLEEP Back to TV iPod Back to Initial Menu Skip to the next/last picture Select video content Changes the aspect ratio Recharge iPod While your iPod is connected to the dock, you have the ability to recharge your iPod. The time it takes depends on how low your batteries are.
Notes: • The following connection diagrams are examples on connecting some of the most common devices to your TV. Please refer to your device’s instruction manual on other connection methods or for devices not shown here in this instruction book. •...
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Connecting Your Devices Connect a DVD Player AUDIO OUT INPUT 1 HDMI ANALOG AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO INPUT 5 COMPONENT AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO INPUT 4 COMPONENT DIGITAL AUDIO OPTICAL OUT LC34324-001A Notes: • Green, blue and red are the most common colors for Component Cables. Some models may vary in color.
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Connect an Amplifier or Home Theater System Home Theater System Speaker Notes: • Refer to your amplifier’s or Home Theater System’s manual for more information. • If you have a device connected to INPUT 1, INPUT 2 or INPUT 3, you will not be able to hear any audio from the AUDIO OUT on the back of the TV otherwise.
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Connecting Your Devices Connect a Digital Source Device TV Rear Panel INPUT 1 HDMI ANALOG AUDIO AUDIO OUT After the connections have been made, tighten the screw to secure the cables. Notes: • To watch your digital source device, make sure your TV is displaying INPUT 1 by pressing the V1 button on your remote control.
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• This TV can accept 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p signals via HDMI. • This JVC television can accept a variety of HD signals, including 720/60p, 1080/60i and 1080/60p. It does not accept a 1080/24p signal. Please note that in some cases, a Blu-ray may only offer the choice of 1080/60i or 1080/24p.
Programming Your Remote You can program your remote control to operate your external devices, using the instructions and codes on pages 52 - 58. How to set the codes 1) Manually turn on the device. 2) Change the remote control mode according to the device by pressing the MODE button. Refer to the following list for which mode to use.
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Device JVC brand only Cable Set Top Boxes, Cable/PVR Combinations, Satellite Set Top Box DBS/PVR Combination VCR, DBS/PVR Combination, PVR, DVD/PVR Combination DVD Player, DVD Recorder, Home Theater in a Box, Receiver AUDIO Amplifier, Home Theater in a Box, Receiver...
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Programming Your Remote Programming Codes STB mode Cable Set Top Box 0003, 0008 Americast 0899 Bell South 0899 Digeo 1187 Director 0476 General Instrument 0476, 0810, 0276, 0003 GoldStar 0144 Hamlin 0009, 0273 Jerrold 0476, 0810, 0276, 0003 Memorex 0000 Motorola 1376, 0476, 0810, 0276, 1187...
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 There is no power • See if the power cord became unplugged.
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My HDMI device • This JVC television can accept a variety of HD signals, including 720/60p, 1080/60i and doesn’t work or 1080/60p. It does not accept a 1080/24p signal. Please note that in some cases, a Blu-ray doesn’t work properly...
Weight (lbs / kg) Specifications subject to change without notice. • The open source software is embedded in this product. For more information, please go to: http://software.jvc.com/opensource/lnx/DP/08_AtscQam_T/download.html LT-42P789 LCD Flat Television NTSC, BTSC System (Multi-Channel Sound) ATSC Terrestrial, Digital Cable...
For more information, see http://www.DTV.gov or call 1-888-CALL-FCC. For converter box information, see http://www.dtv2009.gov or call the NTIA at 1–888–DTV–2009. JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA Division of JVC Americas Corp. 1700 Valley Road Wayne, New Jersey, 07470 JVC Loves the Earth JVC CANADA, INC.
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