Brand: JVC
Category: Television
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for TM-1500PS
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 7:42 p.m.
Manual Publish Date: 1989-12-01
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Front Panel Controls:
- V. HOLD control: Adjusts vertical synchronization.
- VOLUME control: Adjusts sound volume.
- Picture Controls (CHROMA, BRIGHT, CONTRAST): Optimize picture settings. Center click is standard.
- SYSTEM switch: Selects PAL or SECAM color system.
- INPUT SELECT switches: Choose between composite video (VIDEO A/B) or Y/C separate video signals.
- UNDER SCAN switch: Selects overscanning or underscanning.
- PULSE CROSS switch: Checks retrace period by delaying the input signal phase.
- COLOUR OFF switch: Switches between color and monochrome.
- BLUE CHECK switch: Switches between normal and monochrome blue for color adjustment.
- POWER switch/indicator: Turns the unit on/off.
Rear Panel Connectors:
- INPUT A: Composite video and audio input/output (BNC and RCA).
- INPUT B: Composite video and audio input (8-pin connector).
- Y/C INPUT: Y/C separate video and audio input/output (7-pin connector).
- ACCESSORY: Power cord connection.
Safety Precautions: Always be aware of warnings regarding high voltage, fire hazards, and electrical shock. Do not remove covers or service yourself. Use only specified replacement parts.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| ERROR CODE | DESCRIPTION | CORRECTION |
|---|---|---|
| No picture | - Power indicator is not lit. | - Check power cord connection. |
| - Power indicator is lit. | - Check fuse. | |
| - Picture is dark. | - Adjust BRIGHT and CONTRAST controls. | |
| - Picture is not synchronized. | - Adjust V. HOLD control. | |
| - Color is abnormal. | - Adjust CHROMA and COLOR controls. Adjust SYSTEM switch. |