The Biggest CRTs still in Use: The JVC 36" D Series TV

[@RetroTechUSA]

I added links in the description for the past videos I've done on this CRT. Also look for a new episode of the Cathode Ray Podcast next Monday here: kzbin.info Thanks everyone!

[@magusincognito4109]

I just recently got a JVC AV-36D304. Is it possible to mod this set for RGB?

[@Warp2090]

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[@elixyr83]

It still blows my mind that you guys did nit have RGB Scart in the US! It was a fantastic standard for us in the UK!

[@JamilThePimpLol]

50hz sucks though!

[@starwarsROXmy]

ive owned this tv for years and i never knew it was one of the best consumer crts until recently. pretty awesome for gaming on component

[@danielpitterly]

Hahahahahaha I just loved when you picked up the phone and that audio effect from The Sims started playing, such a nostalgia feeling

[@dylanator800]

The acting in this is awesome

[@overkill7990]

The cool thing about having a shadow mask set like this rgb moded or with component is it's basically like having a big home arcade machine.

[@Konic_and_Snuckles]

Slot* mask, but yes I agree.

[@Watcher3223]

@@Konic_and_Snuckles It's still a shadow mask, but the perforations are slotted or striped instead of being dots.

[@marvz71]

You have the perfect door and steps for a Mr. Roger's intro there.

[@overnightdelivery]

Man. Hollywood will be knocking at your door with that acting performance in the intro. 😄

[@chopinhoven]

agree🤣

[@Zalibidas]

i have 2 36 inch tvs on a top floor apartment. toshiba a series and a d series. both look great. my back hurts.

[@WhatAboutZoidberg]

Seen maybe 1 or 2 D-series in my area over the years, but never one of the black ones, theyre so nice looking. One day maybe. Hopefully the new owner appreciates it a ton.

[@krylonfanboy9643]

That intro was great haha, so glad I picked up a 27inch D series not too recently!

[@ajshell2]

Saved a AV-36230 (not a D, but still) from getting scrapped recently. Looks amazing, and I love it.

[@MrNapkino]

What a gorgeous display, would love to own one of these sets (always loved the larger crts), just wish they didn’t weigh a million pounds so I could carry it up the stairs LOL.

[@RetroTechUSA]

Yeah, that's why it never made it any farther than into my garages.

[@pvprincess1225]

I have one right now for sale

[@EllRiver]

@@pvprincess1225 still?

[@javidThoman]

Great video. I have a Black 32". Great television, but its pretty heavy if you want to move it. I would highly recommend this tv to any retro gamer.

[@troybranch9720]

I just picked up a JVC AV-36320 just the other day. It weighed 150. Took it from the back of my CRV to inside by myself. Almost died trying to go through the front door.

[@gugbust]

Oh man i ran this exact set for many years in my bedroom good to see it again thing weighed a ton but i loved it

[@jogatinanooled]

Excellent work inside jvc , beautiful big and heavy crt tv ❤

[@hydroxan1508]

Respect+++ for the intro! I loved it! Keep it up! =D

[@alpacafursona3128]

I've been tinkering with the service menu on my 32" for a long while and I *think* I have the geometry as good as I can get it with the options available. Still a bit wobbly, but after seeing your scroll / linearity tests I feel much much better about it not being "perfect." I don't have much a basis of comparison except your videos on calibrating them! Thanks a ton for the info and the active lab report!

[@nathankimball2519]

How did you get into the service menu? The combinations I tried haven’t worked.

[@seanhaddow949]

Same question as Nathan

[@alpacafursona3128]

@@nathankimball2519 on an original remote (i'm not sure if this will work with a third party), push "Sleep Timer" and while that display is up, push ""Video Status" and "Display" simultaneously.

[@OldSchoolFrouzz]

Great video! As an owner of a 32D201 myself, I can say that the red push could definitely be adjusted. Something interresting about these sets is that they have separate RGB settings for component which lets you have different values depending on the input (which might explain why some viewer mentioned the more saturated image on 240p TS)

[@Watcher3223]

The funny thing about that picture tube is that it was actually made by RCA, even though the label bears the JVC trademark. RCA picture tubes of this era are actually very good, even though the deflection yoke is permanently bonded to the picture tube. It's just that RCA themselves made terrible electronics when it came to their own TV sets during the years that the brand was owned by Thomson Electronics. So, this monitor is a good marriage between good JVC electronics and a good RCA picture tube.

[@davidegalliussi1979]

Sony, Panasonic, Jvc etc crt's Retro Tech improved, Hd retro component and a Voultar rgb mod on your consolle ..really awesome quality 👏👍

[@danielambrosio6134]

On late 90s, we had in Brazil the massive crt Gradiente Next 37"

[@strykerking]

I own a D series, there is an option in the service menu to fix the red push, it need to be done for each input. Great vids as always, thanks.

[@Fahrenheit38]

Love big consumer sets. Got a 36xbr200 I'm currently calculating how to get into my game room.

[@growingup15]

Man I will admit that JVC Products back then were some quality stuff. I dont have a JVC CRT but I do have a JVC Cassette Deck and VCR and the Quality on both of them are amazing. From when I seen JVC and Toshiba (Which I have a Widescreen CRT From Toshiba) gives my 27" Trinitron a run for it money.

[@kennylauderdale_en]

What was the biggest? That 40 inch one I sent you an ad for?

[@RetroTechUSA]

Yeah, that's the biggest I've heard of to date!

[@growingup15]

@@RetroTechUSA Actually the Largest I can remember was SONY KV-42DRC800 it was a 42inch 300LB+ Giant.

[@mariokart8715]

Trinitron

[@kennylauderdale_en]

BTW, I';m glad you got some use out of that book as a novelty prop. I saw it was from Radioshack & knew I had to send it to you.

[@JohnyTheWizKid]

@@RetroTechUSA I'd like one too but there are other different variations of the same size and I'm wondering if they are tube shaped and not flat screen because otherwise, I won't be able to play zapper games effectively, right?

[@agrisimfarming]

This massive 36 inch JVC has alot better corner convergence than my 20 inch Emerson! I have a suspicion one of the convergence strips in my set has either shifted or fallen out entirely due to age. Don't know for sure though, haven't opened it up yet. I looked it up and apparently its a common problem on my set.

[@Bun74]

Jvc is not a joke! I love this brand like Sony and Phillips ;)

[@MrBenedictHeyer]

Cool video! The D series has us Europeans envious :-)

[@randomgamer24x65]

I got a 36 inch d series like 6 months ago ain't got to use it yet was in mint condition until my dad scooted it on the ground even though he was magically carrying it all by himself before

[@RetrofIex]

I am fond of Trinitrons but this is a damn good TV also

[@Charlie-Cat.]

Brutus stole the show as always Steve. Love that pooch. Always in the mood to see him on your channel bro. 8^) Anthony..

[@RetroTechUSA]

Good ole Brutus, I could barely wake him up that day, lol. Thanks Anthony

[@lullylew9083]

Awesome set! I've picked up a Sony Trinitron KV-AR34M81. It is stunning. It survived a bomb blast in Dubai. It does have geometry problems. If you can imagine pinching the middle top of the image and pulling it up slightly vertically through the middle. Service menu definitely can't fix it so I'll have to open her up. I'll be practicing on two smaller Trinitrons. A Trinitron KV-24LS35B and a small 14" Daewoo with some purity problems. Love your channel. I've learned so much from you. Cheers from the UK!

[@lullylew9083]

Update. Fixed the geometry problems. This Trinitron had an extra set of rings on the yoke sat on their own further back that allowed for fixing this exact problem. Pull them apart and the top and bottom expand, or move them closer and they retract. Can't pull them too far apart though as this causes some distortion in the colour in the the corners. The manual states no more than 6cm. I've got mine pretty much as far apart as I can get them without ruining the picture and now have flat lines top and bottom.

[@daty2k1]

lol that Sims speech, it's been a while

[@FisherGrubb]

Man, I miss my Playstation days😁 I remember trying to recreate the PS 1 logo in Windows Paint 😜

[@C3phoe]

This into has brilliant!

[@LameGaming]

BWAHAHA... Love the comedy sketch intro! Very entertaining style in this video, I think your onto something! I still want one of these massive tubes but alas ... the ol lady says no. Im still saying maybe in my mind though, If one pops up locally it will at least teleport into my garage somehow if I cant sneak it into the house LOL.

[@jaystephens3115]

I will always prefer the more subtle scanlines of a shadow mask tube, especially with first gen 3-D graphics.

[@0mnis14sh]

try getting one of those IR blaster phones. There's an app which can set to a whole range of TV remotes.

[@joshuah5542]

very interesting tube. Shadow-mask masterpiece

[@uzggshw9183]

Great video on one of the best bubble tubes out there. For those hunting for a JVC d series I would look for models with a 200,201,500 and 501 at the end e.g. AV-27d501. These are the d series that have higher tvl according to JVC's official specs (there may be more). JVC also used different suppliers for their tubes so that can affect the tvl as well.

[@RetroTechUSA]

Thanks for the info!

[@kevinradigan2688]

That is true. The early D series models made from ‘99-‘00 used different tubes that have a significantly better picture with a much better brightness/gamma/color balance.

[@AMERIFREEDOM]

I own a 36D201 (December 2000), a 27D200 (October 1999), and a 36D303 (April 2002). The D201 and D303 both have 800 TVLs but the 303 is much better as it's newer, has a better comb filter, pro color temp settings, and better convergence and sound overall. I also had a 32D305, that one was my most advanced and later stage D Series (2005?), would have been my favorite if it were bigger, had an actual antiglare "dark tinted" tube, the ability to switch between component and composite/S-Video on the same input through the display, and a game mode. I've ditched most of my WEGAs and other CRTs for JVC TVs, especially the D-Series.

[@MrSolidtiger]

@@AMERIFREEDOMyou seem to be the guy to ask, how do you open the service menu?

[@AMERIFREEDOM]

@@MrSolidtiger i tried to reply yesterday, press sleep timer button, then press the display and video status button at the same time to access the menu

[@Syx7h]

A+ for bad acting and A++ making me choke on my coke when you answered that phone call.

[@ApexLight7]

Another cool video. The SNES w/component output looks really good.

[@RetroTechUSA]

Thanks

[@ferretman6790]

I have this tv. Amazing.

[@mariokart8715]

One of the episodes of Nanny 911 has this same TV in it; the other episode has a Sony Trinitron. Both are consumer models.

[@brandonkick]

Great video! I will agree the 36" would be a monster. My 32" D-Series sets are as heavy as I care to move on my own. Kudos to those of you lugging around those 200+ pound Trinitrons. I "probably" could carry one... but my back sure wouldn't like me for it. I am a wee bit disappointed there weren't more adjustments to make / that you could make. I'm wondering if it would be possible for me to shoot you over a few pictures of my two D-Series sets to see if you can give me an idea of what you think is causing the wavy lines? It's a bit strange, especially on my 32" Silver D-Series. Games themselves you don't really see / notice it. But the SegaCD BIOS screen and especially the menu in the 240p test suite.... the vertical lines on the left and right edges of the monitor have "waves" in them. Capacitor issues?

[@readyplayerprime8195]

Corners look much better than my 36" D series. The outer 1/3 of the tv is out of focus but center sharp. No cap replacement or internal adjustments yet. My 20 inch D series is very nice though!

[@Slammy555]

That's exactly how I played my N64, a little older JVC.

[@EsbenH]

It will be hard to settle for videos with no acting after this!

[@seanhaddow949]

My dseries sometimes makes a degauss sound and the image flickers and has a warped rainbow effect. It happens every few days only a few seconds after turning it on. Any ideas?

[@aetheralmeowstic2392]

36" CRT gang rise up!

[@PredictableEnigma]

I got my 27" in the summer of 2020 but she needs some work. There's a chip in the tube, and the geometery is off even with all the service menu and pot adjustments. I'm too scared to open it up honestly

[@chrisfoster9942]

It's a piece of cake

[@InfiniteClouds]

I need to figure out making a custom plywood box with thick heavy memory foam padding as a carrying case on my 36" Trinitron weighing 233lbs. It's a true analog (not an HD CRT) and goes up to component. I do prefer my 27" Trinitron for 2d games because they look better on curved screens vs flat screens, IMO

[@brobocop8293]

hey steve, i just finally got a black 36D201 after MONTHS of searching. i already have a 36D305 and 36D303. One thing i was wondering . The black one seems to be considerably darker than the Silver sets i have...also its reds are bleeding bigtime. i basically have to turn the color down to almost greyscale to get the reds under control. and i do not have the option "NTSC MAT" in the service menu that you showed in another video of yours. Is this down to the tube being different ? or is it dying? thanks.

[@Tvv1SteR]

Awesome TV? What do you think about B&O MX series TVs, for example MX7000? Have you had a chance to use/try them?

[@limited.timestruggle]

What a beast!

[@hhectorlector]

loved the Simlish

[@窦唯潇洒-u9o]

非常不错啊，管子清理的很干净啊，我有台英国产的东芝37寸，管子是美国东芝

[@窦唯潇洒-u9o]

还有这个电路板好小啊，应该是29的板子😆

[@Kaybee3104]

There is a JVC d series for free on Facebook marketplace in my local area. Only problem is that I live on the second floor in a studio apartment.

[@dimviesel]

Wow! Cool video! Always wanted to see the inside of a crt. How much does it weigh? About 120lbs right?

[@Piston1776]

Cool vid! Glad see someone is able to fix these things instead of them just needlessly getting junked. If you come across another model let me know I would like to have one! I would also be down for the some smaller sized ones too thanks!

[@dauntae24]

I’d love to get my hands on a black 20” D series. I’d settle for a grey 27”.

[@JohnyTheWizKid]

I'm looking into one of these tvs, but I'm still interested in modding my 1976 rca analog tv. I just got the schematics of the tv so it be learned how the tv is hooked up, wired, etc. and maybe that way, we can figure out how to install the inputs, especially component. Think you can take a look at it? I can take pictures of it and send them to your email.

[@davidcarmichael4006]

This is amazing

[@rockykhan6338]

i had a 32 inch crt lg tv but 36 surely is an awesome experience

[@darrenwinn22]

Hi Steve. Great video and a beast of a consumer set. Didn't see much this size in the UK AFAIK. I have a question for you which would really appreciate a bit of guidance on, if possible. Got a BVM-9045D which has a pink hue where it should be white and the front pots for gain and bias don't seem to help at all. After watching this video it made me think that I may need to open it up and adjust the G2 voltage / screen? Or do you have any other ideas over what may cause this? Would love to fix it or get it fixed as otherwise the wee BVM is in great shape, but the overall pink hue is very noticeable.

[@wg8561]

I have a beautiful 32" D series. If anyone in here is near vegas I got it from Grand line games. He has more and I think he has the 36 also.

[@seanwilson3131]

Recently Picked up a AV-36D202. It seems like I might have an issue with the front power assembly as when powered on the volume + continuously goes to full volume. Have you run into this on other D-Series? Not sure if the board needs re-capped or repaired?

[@TECHNOGEEK20000]

My brother in-law had one of these

[@kingsfield3945]

Excellent review and analysis, how do these stack up to the Trinitrons of the late 90's? Btw 5:32 and 13:59, Spiderman vs the Kingpin OST?

[@suf7653]

What is that crt on top of the 14" bvm at 2:15?

[@eol6632]

I dislocated my hip just looking at that beast.

[@jaystephens3115]

Steve, have you noticed any excessive blooming whenever there’s a lot of white on screen? My 20” D-Series blooms/distorts quite a bit and I’ve seen others have this problem. Some have suggested it’s due to poor high voltage regulation in these sets. But I wonder if a re-cap would improve the problem. What say you?

[@kirbyofthestars2269]

I just picked up one of these yesterday, actually! How are you SO lucky with your corner focus? The focus fades away over time and I've been told it's because of normal wear and tear on the flyback, to which its replacement is the only true fix for those fuzzy corners. Do you think with that fixed yoke that there are still spots to place convergence strips?

[@mariokart8715]

When was this one manufactured? Sometime in the early 2000s.

[@RetroTechUSA]

yeah, 2000

[@Warp2090]

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[@gonzo3915]

Imagine if you will, if they had kept on developing this technology until today, how good the screens would be.

[@NirnBootMod]

I would have loved to buy this from ya.

[@TopogigioSemi]

High quality crt tv.

[@philexile2954]

My 36” D series has a normal yoke - not bonded. That’s interesting.

[@RetroTechUSA]

Really? I'd love to see that one. Is it the 501 like this?

[@philexile2954]

@@RetroTechUSA I think so. I have to dig into it, and I’ll send photos when I do.

[@Wobble2007]

If only I could just buy something like that new via a normal retail outlet, for 240p and a good chunk of 480i, these JVC D SERIES/THOMPSON BLACK PEARL/RCA E SERIES & PRO SCAN (they all use the same 700+ TVL, dark tinted, high contrast tubes. I have a 35" THOMPSON Black Pearl, until I got it I thought Sony was king of the 240p/480 mountain, but these sets have better details, much brighter image whilst maintaining black levels, defined scanlines, Sony late 90s sets are best for PS2/DC/GC/XB/etc, any 3D 480i game.

[@friskygoat]

Where is the best place(s) to find quality CRTs to buy? I find Marketplace is the only affordable option.

[@mirabilis]

There are 40 inchers still in use.

[@godzillagorilla986]

RGB mod that N64 BROSKI!

[@gustavosanches5674]

Why the jvc and toshiba are considered the best slot masks tvs? I mean, i have a philips and its awesome, but idk why it is, in a tech way haha

[@Naveronasis]

Honestly I prefer my 36" D-Series to my 36" FV310's

[@EvertvanIngen]

0:54 ... ... Is that... Simlish?

[@MetalLead]

I know this is old, but the red over saturation is actually this dumb software "feature" you have to turn off in the service menu. You can also use red cut on models without this service option. Red Push fix: Enter the V/C (S) menu and change "NTSC MAT" to 0 on all inputs

[@-dash]

I’m jealous of the D-series gang. Don’t get me wrong, I love my I’Art but still.

[@shiroumxm2052]

I want one of these soo baaaad

[@J.Wick.]

I've always been a huge JVC fanboy. They made some great products. They're still around today, but far, far less than they used to be, and in far less segments. Shame.

[@kameronshope6637]

Just disable red push in the service menu

[@PepperLion]

Only a sim would still be using a CRT... wait, AM I A SIM!?

[@samuelg7673]

shit, steve can call people in the Sims universe.

[@RetroTechUSA]

lol

[@califaern3sto]

The jump from composite to s video is massive. Its impossible for me to go back to composite. S video is the minimum.

[@GarrisonsMadHouse]

Me watching this on a Dynex

[@adilator]

I feel so sad when KZbin sends me to a CRT video. This technology is the highest high of human ingeniuty and yet it's destined to disappear. My 21 inch trinitron has bad geometry in one corner and I'm not skilled enough to try to fix it.

[@TruthSword7]

Simoleonese!

[@crtinkering7323]

I had to put a 32" d series and a 27" d series to the road because i had no more room and nobody would pick them up🙇🏻‍♂️😥 after a hurricane and moving sometimes you just have to let things go