JVC TV 13140 TV VCR Combo User Manual


 
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FEATURES TABLE OF CONTENTS
Color "13/With Video CaSsette Recorder - Unique space saving design combines a 13"color TV and a video
cassette recorder.
High QUality Picture Technofogy -This TV/VCR equipped "HQ° incorporates VHS High Quality technology, A peiti-in
detail enhancer is used to boost the reCordedsignal and providemaximum picture quality dudng playback,
it is compatible with other VHS video cassette recorders,
SQPB - Tapes recorded inthe S-VHS system can be played back simply on this WNCR,
4 Video Heads - Provides optimal picture quality forspecial effects playback,
Frequency Synthesized Tuner - Ejecttonically locks inand memorizes all available channels forpedect reception
with the touch of a button,
181 Channel Tuner - Receives standard VHF and UHF broadcast channels and up to 113 cable channels, The
actual number of channels received depends upon channai reception in your area or your cable system.
Unified I_/NCR Random Access Remote Control - This remote controlailews operating various TV and VCR
functionsfrom the comfort of your favodle viewing position,
Clo_md Caption Decoder With Full Text Mode - Displays textcaptions or full screen text on the screen forheadng
impairedviewers.
8-ProgramrJ 1-Month Programmable Timer With Everyday/Every Week Capability - The balti-in timer allows
automatic ai_enlee recording of up to8 33/programs within 1 month. It isalso possible to recorda program which is
broadcast at the same time everyday or everyweek.
Auto Clock Set - Once your TV/VCR ispluged intothe AC outlet, it automatically sets the correct date and time.
On-Screen "rv DiSplay And VCR Programming -When you select a channel or make other changes, the TV willshow
an indicator on the screen for a few seConds. Timer recording can be programmed and confim_edonthe screen.
Picture Adjustments Using The Remote Control - The On-Screen display allows precise remote controladjustment
of BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST, COLOR, TINT and SHARPNESS.
Automatic Pleybeck/Rewthd-Stop-Eject - When loading a cassette tape without the erase prevention tab, this TV/
VCR will automaticallyplay beck the cassette tape at the Correct speed. When a tape reaches itsend dudng play-
back, recording (except dunng ITR and Timer Record) and last forward, it will au ornaticstly sop, rewind, stop and
ejectthetape,
Programmable ON/OFF Timer - Allewsyou toautomatically turn on or off your TVNCR at a set time.
Programmable 13/Sleep 'Timer-OperablefromtheremotecontroltheTV can be programmed up to12O minutes
to turnoff automatically.
Full Load Tape Transport - Permits rapid access between modes.
Automatic Repeat Play System - When Auto Repeat option is turned on, the TVNCR will automatically play back
the same cassette tape repeatedly.
Instant Timer Recording (rrR - Simply by pressingthe REC and PLAY buttons, the TV/VCR can be programmed
for upto 5 hours of recordng with an mmediata stad.
Audle/VIdee Inpot/Oofput Jacks - A VCR or other video device may be hooked up-tothisTV/VCR for dubbing or
playback purposes.
2 Speed Picture Sellrch - 3 or5 times normal speed in SP mode (9X or 15X in EP).
2 Speed Record/Playback - Records and plays two tape speeds (SP, EP).
Real Time Tape Counter With Zero Return - The counter displays the real tape time and the zero return can be
used to return the tape toa presalectad pesitJon (00:00:(30)while the counter can be used to locate programs.
Ditillel Auto Tracking. Automatically adjuststracking during playback for the best posSiblepicture.
On-Screen 3 Language DlsplBy - YOUcan selectone of 3 languages, English, Spanish or French for on-screen
programming.
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it is recommended that you carefully read the descriptions and Operating procedures contained in this
User's Guide prior to operating your new TV/VCR.
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PRECAUTIONS ...................................................................................................................................................... 6
LOCATION OF CONTROLS ................................................................................................................................... 8
REMOTE CONTROL .............................................................................................................................................. 9
ANTENNA CONNECTIONS .................................................................................................................................. 11
CABLE 13/CONNECTLONS ................................................................................................................................. 12
SETTING LANGUAGE .......................................................................................................................................... 13
AUTO CLOCK SETTING ...................................................................................................................................... 14
MANUAL CLOCK SETTING ................................................................................................................................. 16
TV OPERATION .................................................................................................................................................... 17
TO MEMORIZE CHANNELS ................................................................................................................................ 21
PICTURE CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS ................................................................................................................ 24
TO SET THE ON TIMER ....................................................................................................................................... 26
TO SET THE OFF TIMER ..................................................................................................................................... 27
LOADING AND UNLOADING AVIDEO CASSETTE ............................................................................................ 28
PLAYBACK ........................................................................................................................................................... 29
SPECIAL PLAYBACK ........................................................................................................................................... 31
RECORDING ATV PROGRAM ............................................................................................................................ 33
iNSTANT TIMER RECORDING (ITR) ................................................................................................................... 35
TIMER RECORDING ............................................................................................................................................ 36
OTHER FUNCTIONS FOR THE TIMER RECORDING ........................................................................................ 38
USING THE REAL TIME TAPE COUNTER .......................................................................................................... 40
USING ZERO RETURN ........................................................................................................................................ 41
DUPLICATING A VIDEO TAPE ............................................................................................................................. 42
RECEPTION DISTURBANCES ............................................................................................................................ 43
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE .............................................................................................................................. 44
VIDEO HEAD CLEANING ..................................................................................................................................... 46
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................ 47
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