JVC AV-20D304: Difference between revisions

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Description

The JVC AV-20D304 is a 20-inch CRT television from JVC's D-Series lineup, released in 2003. It is the smallest model in the late-era D-Series, using the FE2 chassis shared with the 27" models. Unlike larger D-Series, this model features a front panel headphone jack.

Technical Details

Chassis

The AV-20D304 uses the FE2 chassis, which is a 1-chip design shared with the 30 Series and other late D-Series models. This chassis cannot be RGB modded due to its integrated design. The component video input provides excellent quality comparable to RGB for retro gaming.

The 3-line digital comb filter provides quality composite and S-Video processing. This model includes dual S-Video inputs.

Tube

The AV-20D304 uses a 20" 4:3 CRT. The tube brand can be identified by the letter beside the serial number on the back of the set:

R = RCA/Thomson
S = Samsung
B = Goldstar/LG

Audio

The AV-20D304 uses a 1.2W × 2 stereo power amplifier with BBE High Definition Audio processing. The included headphone jack automatically mutes internal speakers when in use.

Video Status Modes

The AV-20D304 features three video presets: THEATER, SPORTS, and GAME. Game Mode reduces input lag for gaming applications.

Red Push

The 2003-2004 D-Series models with later chassis revisions have no known service menu red push fix available.

Setup Tips

Game Mode reduces input lag for gaming
If component video appears in black and white, enable component in the setup menu
Default sharpness is typically too high - adjust in user menu for optimal picture

Related Models

JVC AV-27D304 - 27" D-Series model
JVC AV-27D104 - 27" entry-level D-Series
JVC AV-20D303 - Earlier 20" D-Series model

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 |series=D-Series
 |crt_type=TV
+|image_main=JVC AV-20D304 front.jpg
 |screen_size_in=20
 |aspect_ratio=4:3
+|weight=55 lb
+|chassis=FE2
 |resolution=480i
 |mfg_date=2003
-|weight=55 lb
 |power_consumption=90 W
 |dimensions_whd_in=20.5 × 19.25 × 17.5
+|audio_output=1.2 W + 1.2 W
 |speakers=2
 |remote=RM-C1255G
-|features=Game Mode, MTS Stereo with SAP, 3-Line Digital Comb Filter, V-Chip, XDS Auto Clock, Front Headphone Jack
+|features=Game Mode, MTS Stereo with SAP, 3-Line Digital Comb Filter, V-Chip, XDS Auto Clock, Headphone Jack, BBE High Definition Audio
 }}
 {{CRT input
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 |count=1
 |location=rear
+|notes=75Ω VHF/UHF antenna/cable input
 }}
 {{CRT input
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 |connector=RCA (connector)
 |count=3
-|location=rear/front
 |notes=Video 1, Video 2 (rear), front panel (under door)
 }}
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 |link_type=Manufacturer
 |link_source=JVC
-|link_url=https://support.jvc.com/consumer/product.jsp?modelId=MODL028507
+|link_url=https://support.jvc.com/consumer/product.jsp?modelId=MODL027106
+}}
+{{CRT link
+|link_type=Database
+|link_source=CRT Database
+|link_url=https://crtdatabase.com/crts/jvc/jvc-av-20d304
 }}
+== Description ==
+The JVC AV-20D304 is a 20-inch CRT television from JVC's D-Series lineup, released in 2003. It is the smallest model in the late-era D-Series, using the FE2 chassis shared with the 27" models. Unlike larger D-Series, this model features a front panel headphone jack.
+== Technical Details ==
+=== Chassis ===
+The AV-20D304 uses the '''FE2''' chassis, which is a 1-chip design shared with the 30 Series and other late D-Series models. This chassis '''cannot be RGB modded''' due to its integrated design. The component video input provides excellent quality comparable to RGB for retro gaming.
+The 3-line digital comb filter provides quality composite and S-Video processing. This model includes dual S-Video inputs.
+=== Tube ===
+The AV-20D304 uses a 20" 4:3 CRT. The tube brand can be identified by the letter beside the serial number on the back of the set:
+* '''R''' = RCA/Thomson
+* '''S''' = Samsung
+* '''B''' = Goldstar/LG
+=== Audio ===
+The AV-20D304 uses a 1.2W × 2 stereo power amplifier with BBE High Definition Audio processing. The included headphone jack automatically mutes internal speakers when in use.
-== Description ==
+=== Video Status Modes ===
-The JVC AV-20D304 is a 20-inch CRT television from JVC's D-Series lineup, released in 2003. It is the smallest model in the D-Series, featuring a front panel headphone jack not available on the larger models.
+The AV-20D304 features three video presets: THEATER, SPORTS, and GAME. Game Mode reduces input lag for gaming applications.
+=== Red Push ===
+The 2003-2004 D-Series models with later chassis revisions have no known service menu red push fix available.
-== RGB Mod Information ==
+== Setup Tips ==
-This model likely cannot be RGB modded due to its single-chip design. However, the component video quality provides excellent picture quality for gaming.
+* Game Mode reduces input lag for gaming
+* If component video appears in black and white, enable component in the setup menu
+* Default sharpness is typically too high - adjust in user menu for optimal picture
 == Related Models ==
 * [[JVC AV-27D304]] - 27" D-Series model
 * [[JVC AV-27D104]] - 27" entry-level D-Series
-* [[JVC AV-20D303]] - Related 20" model
+* [[JVC AV-20D303]] - Earlier 20" D-Series model
 [[Category:JVC CRT TVs]]
 [[Category:20 inch CRTs]]
-[[Category:2003 CRTs]]
+[[Category:JVC D-Series]]
 [[Category:CRTs with component input]]
+[[Category:CRTs with S-Video]]
+[[Category:CRTs that cannot be RGB modded]]