Brand: JVC
Category: Television
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for AV-27F475
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 6:03 p.m.
Warranty Information
This limited warranty covers parts and labor for 1 year, with the picture tube covered for 2 years.
Quick Setup
Unpacking Your TV
Check that all items are present: Television, Remote Control, and AA Batteries.
Connecting Your Devices
Follow the flow chart to connect your TV to antenna/cable/satellite and audio/video devices. Plug in the power cord and turn on the TV.
Getting Started
Step 1 – The Remote Control
Insert batteries into the remote control. Note: changing batteries may require re-entering remote control codes.
Key Feature Buttons
Use CH+/- for channel scanning, VOLUME+/- for volume control. Press MENU to access onscreen menus.
Connections
Basic Operation
Use the POWER button to turn the TV on/off. Set the TV/CATV switch to TV or CATV. Use the VCR/DVD selector switch to control VCR or DVD players.
Step 2 – Connecting Your Devices
Follow diagrams for connecting Cable TV Box, VCR, or DVD Player. Consult satellite TV manual if applicable.
Connecting to a Camcorder
Use front input jacks (Input 3) or rear jacks. Connect composite cables for video and audio.
Connecting to an External Amplifier
Connect TV's audio output to the amplifier's audio input using composite cables.
Step 3 - The Interactive Plug In Menu
Set language, clock (AUTO or MANUAL), and auto tuner setup. Recommended to complete before using the TV.
Language
Choose from English, French, or Spanish.
Auto Clock Set
Set clock using XDS signal or manually. DST can be automatic for US/Canada. Clock may reset after power interruption.
Manual Clock Set
Set clock manually if XDS signal is not available. Clock may reset after power interruption.
Auto Tuner Setup
TV scans for active channels and skips weak ones. Setup takes approximately 1-2 minutes.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| 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 or sound | The antenna could be disconnected. The input mode could be set improperly. See page 42. 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 operating properly or at all | Check to see that the batteries are still working and properly installed. Make sure the remote has a clear sight path to the TV. 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 certain channel | Make sure the channels have been programmed. See "Channel Summary", page 24. Check to see if the channel is locked. See "Channel Summary - Lock" page 25. |
| The power turns off by itself | Make sure the set did not become unplugged. Perhaps the On/Off Timer is set. See page 40. Check to see if the Sleep Timer was set. See page 43. |
| The clock is wrong | The power was interrupted and the clock was not reset. See page 38. |
| The On Timer is blinking | There is a problem with the TV. Unplug the set and call for service. |
| The color quality is poor | Tint and Color may be improperly adjusted. See page 35. The Video Status mode may be turned to the wrong setting. See page 45. |
| There are lines across the picture | There could be interference from another electrical appliance, such as a computer, 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 pictures (ghosts) | A building or passing airplane can reflect the original signal and produce a second, slightly delayed one. Adjust your antenna position. |
| Picture is snowy (image noise) | Your antenna may be damaged, disconnected or turned. Check the antenna 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 programs can't be heard | Make sure the MTS settings are correct. See "MTS" on page 37. |
| There is no picture being displayed for INPUT-2 | Check your AV Cables to make sure they are connected tightly and properly. In case you are connecting using component cables to V2, make sure you select "V2-COMPONENT" by pressing the INPUT button. See page 13 and 42. 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 42. |
| mark appears | The mark will appear if you press the ASPECT button under these conditions: While noise muting is on over channels which are not broadcasting or are too weak to be received. When a channel is locked by CHANNEL GUARD. |
| Static electricity | It is normal to feel static electricity if you brush or touch the screen. |
| You hear occasional crackling sounds | It is normal for the TV to make crackling sounds when first turned on or off. Unless the sound or picture become abnormal, this is fine. |