User manual JVC TH-A9RB - TH-A9 - Instruction Manual

DVD DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEM TH-A9 Consists of XV-THA9, SP-PWA9, SP-XCA9, and SP-XSA9 STANDBY/ON TV/CATV/DBS AUDIO VCR AUX TITLE ZOOM RETURN CONTROL VCR FM/AM SUBTITLE DIGEST ANGLE DVD DECODE TIME CHOICE AUDIO DISPLAY SOUND EFFECT SUBWOOFER CENTER TV REAR-L SLEEP REAR-R SETTING TV RETURN FM MODE TEST 100+ AUDIO/ TV/VCR CAT/DBS SP-XSA9 SP-XCA9 SP-XSA9 PLAY MODE ENTER THEATER POSITION DSP MODE TV VOL CHANNEL VOLUME TV/VIDEO B.SEARCH /REW DOWN REC MEMORY MUTING F.SEARCH PLAY TUNING FF UP PAUSE STROBE STOP DVD MENU RM-STHA9J DVD THEATER SYSTEM SP-PWA9 XV-THA9 INSTRUCTIONS For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which are located either on the rear, bottom or side of the cabinet. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. Serial No. LVT0562-002A [J] Warnings, Cautions and Other English CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. English The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. English English For U.S.A. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: English WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. English Caution -- POWER switch! Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. The POWER switch in any position does not disconnect the mains line. The power can be remote controlled. IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS 1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT 2. DANGER: Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam. 3. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit; leave all servicing to qualitied service personnel. CAUTION To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.: 1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet. 2. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. English G-1 s Table of Contents s Getting Started...................................................... 2 Important cautions ................................................................ 2 Safety precautions................................................................. 2 Checking the supplied accessories........................................ 2 English System outline ...................................................... 3 Installation............................................................. 4 To hang satellite speakers from the wall .............................. 4 [REPEAT] ...........................................................................34 Repeating a desired part [A-B REPEAT]............................35 Programming the Playing Order [PROGRAM] ..................36 Random Play [RANDOM] ..................................................37 To check the DVD function status ......................................37 To check the disc information .............................................38 To check the time information ............................................38 English About discs ........................................................... 5 Playable disc types................................................................ 5 Disc structure ........................................................................ 5 Video CDs with Playback Control function ......................... 5 Receiving radio broadcasts................................. 40 Tuning in stations manually ................................................40 Using preset tuning..............................................................40 Selecting the FM reception mode........................................41 Beat cut................................................................................41 Connections .......................................................... 6 Connecting the FM and AM antennas .................................. 6 Connecting the powered sub-woofer .................................... 6 Connecting the TV................................................................ 6 Connecting the TV with the component video input jacks... 7 Connecting speakers ............................................................. 8 Connecting an audio component........................................... 9 Connecting the power cord ................................................. 10 Putting batteries in the remote control ................................ 10 Preference settings ............................................. 42 Using the preference setting menus.....................................42 LANGUAGE MENU settings ............................... 43 Choosing menu language ....................................................43 Choosing audio language ....................................................43 Choosing subtitle language .................................................43 Choosing on-screen language..............................................43 English DISPLAY MENU settings .................................... 44 Select monitor type..............................................................44 Screen saver settings ...........................................................44 On-screen guide settings .....................................................44 Parts Identification .............................................. 11 Principles of operation ........................................ 14 Operation with the remote control ...................................... 14 On-screen displays .............................................................. 15 Preventing screen burn-out with the screen saver [SCREEN SAVER] .............................................................................. 16 SYSTEM MENU setting ...................................... 45 AUTO STANDBY ..............................................................45 RESUME.............................................................................45 AV COMPULINK MODE..................................................45 English Basic operations ................................................. 17 To turn the system power supply ON and OFF (standby) .. 17 To turn TV power ON and OFF ......................................... 17 Adjusting volume [VOLUME] ........................................... 17 Sub-woofer volume control and phase setting.................... 18 Muting the sound [MUTING]............................................. 18 Selecting the source to play ................................................ 18 Changing the decode mode [DECODE] ............................. 19 Audio channel display indicator ......................................... 19 Using the Sleep Timer [SLEEP] ......................................... 20 Using the DSP Modes [DSP MODE] ................................. 20 Limiting playback by children .............................. 46 To set Parental Lock for the first time [PARENTAL LOCK]..........................................................46 To temporarily release the Parental lock .............................47 Amplifier settings................................................. 48 Basic operation for setting amplifier ...................................48 Setting balance ....................................................................48 Setting tone..........................................................................49 Setting speaker size .............................................................49 Adjusting delay time ...........................................................49 Adjusting crossover .............................................................50 Adjusting LFE attenuator ....................................................50 Adjusting dynamic range.....................................................50 English Using the DVD player ......................................... 22 To turn on the system and TV ............................................ 22 To insert a disc .................................................................... 22 To play a disc ...................................................................... 23 Pausing................................................................................ 24 Fast forward and backward................................................. 24 Locating the beginning ....................................................... 24 Resuming playback............................................................. 25 Selecting playback from the DVD menu ............................ 25 Selecting the location to view from the Video CD menu ... 26 To specify the title, chapter, or track number for playback 26 To play from the beginning of a title, chapter, or track ...... 27 To specify the chapter number for playback [CHAP. SEARCH] ............................................................. 27 To specify the time for playback [TIME SEARCH] .......... 28 To select the screen for playback from the digest screen [DIGEST]............................................................................ 29 To advance the picture one frame at a time ........................ 29 Slow-Motion Playback [SLOW] ........................................ 30 To display Continuous Photos [STROBE] .......................................................................... 30 Zooming a scene [ZOOM].................................................. 31 Changing the Subtitle Language [SUBTITLE] .................. 31 Changing the audio language or sound [AUDIO] .............. 32 Changing the audio channel [AUDIO] ............................... 32 Viewing from Multiple Angles [ANGLE].......................... 33 Selecting the Picture Character [THEATER POSITION].. 34 Repeating a current title, chapter or track, or all tracks Sound settings .................................................... 51 English English Adjusting sub-woofer level .................................................51 Adjusting speaker level .......................................................51 Adjusting DSP effect...........................................................52 AV COMPU LINK remote control system............ 53 Connection and setup ..........................................................53 Operation .............................................................................54 Operating Other Manufacturers' Video Equipment ........................................................... 55 Care and handling of discs.................................. 57 How to handle discs ............................................................57 Troubleshooting .................................................. 58 Specifications ...................................................... 59 1 English s Getting Started s Important cautions Installation of the unit · Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold between 5°C and 35°C (41°F and 95°F). · Leave sufficient distance between the unit and the TV. · Do not use the unit in a place subject to vibrations. Checking the supplied accessories Check to be sure you have all of the following items, which are supplied with the unit. The number in the parentheses indicates quantity of the pieces supplied. STANDBY/ON TV/CATV/DBS AUDIO VCR AUX TITLE ZOOM FM/AM SUBTITLE DIGEST ANGLE DVD DECODE TIME CHOICE AUDIO DISPLAY SOUND EFFECT English Power cord · Do not handle the power cord with wet hands! · A small amount of power 1.3 W is always consumed while the power cord is connected to the wall outlet. (center unit only) · When unplugging the unit from the wall outlet, always pull the plug, not the power cord. RETURN CONTROL VCR SUBWOOFER CENTER TV REAR-L SLEEP REAR-R SETTING TV RETURN FM MODE TEST 100+ AUDIO/ TV/VCR CATV/DBS PLAY MODE ENTER THEATER POSITION DSP MODE TV VOL CHANNEL VOLUME TV/VIDEO B.SEARCH /REW DOWN REC MEMORY MUTING F.SEARCH PLAY TUNING FF/ UP PAUSE STROBE STOP DVD MENU RM-STHA9J DVD THEATER SYSTEM English To prevent malfunction of the unit · There are no user-serviceable parts inside. If anything goes wrong, unplug the power cord and consult your dealer. · Do not insert any metallic object into the unit. · Do not use any non-standard shape disc available on the market, because it may damage the unit. · Do not use a disc with tape, seals, or paste on it, because damage to the unit may result. Remote control (1) Batteries (2) English Note about the copyguard system · The DVD disc is protected by the copyguard system. When you connect the unit to your VCR directly, the copyguard system activates and the picture may not be played back correctly. AM Loop Antenna (1) FM Antenna (1) AC Power Cord (1) Safety precautions Avoid moisture, water and dust Video Cable (1) Compulink Cord (1) System Cable (1) English Do not place your unit in moist or dusty places. Avoid high temperatures Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or place it near a heating device. When you're away When away on travel or otherwise for an extended period of time, remove the plug from the wall outlet. Speaker Cord 5 m (16.4 ft) (3) Speaker Cord 10m (32.8 ft) (2) English Do not block the vents Blocking the vents may damage the unit. Care of the cabinet When cleaning the unit, use a soft cloth and follow the relevant instructions on the use of chemically-coated cloths. Do not use benzene, thinner or other organic solvents and disinfectants. These may cause deformation or discoloring. Satellite speaker wall bracket (2)* Screws (2)* English If water gets inside the unit Turn off the power switch and remove the plug from the wall outlet, then call the store where you made your purchase. Using the unit in this state may cause a fire or electrical shock. * Speaker wall brackets and screws are packed together with the satellite speakers. Avoid getting your hand caught in the disc cover Getting caught may injure your hand. 2 s System outline s This system consists of the unit containing a DVD player, a radio, and a pre-amp, as well as the powered sub-woofer, the center speaker, and four satellite speaker units. It provides a fully functional DVD theater system by simply connecting to a TV set. Center speaker (SP-XCA9) Front left speaker TV Satellite speaker (SP-XSA9) Satellite speaker (SP-XSA9) Front right speaker English English English Rear left speaker Satellite speaker (SP-XSA9) Rear right speaker The center unit and powered sub-woofer are connected with the system cable. Satellite speaker (SP-XSA9) English The TV is connected to the center unit. The center speaker and the satellite speakers are connected to the powered subwoofer. English Powered sub-woofer (SP-PWA9) Center unit (XV-THA9) STANDBY/ON TV/CATV/DBS AUDIO VCR AUX TITLE ZOOM RETURN CONTROL VCR FM/AM SUBTITLE DIGEST ANGLE DVD DECODE TIME CHOICE AUDIO DISPLAY SOUND EFFECT SUBWOOFER CENTER TV REAR-L SLEEP REAR-R SETTING TV RETURN FM MODE TEST 100+ AUDIO/ TV/VCR CATV/DBS Contains a DVD player, radio, and preamp (volume control, tone control), together with a Dolby digital decoder and DTS digital surround decoder for Dolby Surround and DTS Digital Surround effects. For some music software, the DAP mode offers the expanded sound field. English PLAY MODE ENTER THEATER POSITION DSP MODE TV VOL CHANNEL VOLUME TV/VIDEO B.SEARCH /REW DOWN REC MEMORY MUTING F.SEARCH PLAY TUNING FF/ UP PAUSE STROBE STOP DVD MENU RM-STHA9J DVD THEATER SYSTEM This system is capable of most operations. It may also be used to operate JVC TVs and VCRs, as well as TVs and VCRs from other manufacturers. Note that the remote control unit must be programmed with the correct settings when using products from other manufacturers. English 3 English s Installation s The following shows an example of the system installation. System setting example Satellite speaker (front left speaker) Center speaker To hang satellite speakers from the wall Use the supplied bracket to fix satellite speakers to the wall. Center unit English CAUTION: ATTACHING THE BRACKETS ON THE WALL When attaching the brackets on the wall, have them attached to the wall by a qualified person. DO NOT attach the brackets on the wall by yourself to avoid an unexpected damage of their falling from the wall, caused by incorrect attachment or weakness in the wall. Powered sub-woofer Location of attachment to wall: English Satellite speaker (front right speaker) Satellite speaker (rear left speaker) Care is required in selecting a location for attaching satellite speakers to the wall. Injury to personnel, or damage to equipment, may result if the speakers are attached in a location which interferes with daily activities. Satellite speaker (rear right speaker) Attaching speakers to the bracket English The rear speakers are placed behind the listening position. 1 Use the screw supplied to attach the speaker to the bracket. CAUTIONS: · For safety reasons, always ensure that there is sufficient place behind the powered sub-woofer. · If the front and rear speakers are placed on the furniture etc., always ensure that they are level. Bracket English Screw 2 Adjusting the angle of the satellite speakers The angle of the speaker may be adjusted along the channel in the bracket. When adjusting the angle, loosen the screw slightly, make the adjustment, and then tighten the screw firmly. English Normal position Tilting the speaker English CAUTION: If the screw is not tightened firmly, it may cause injury to personnel or damage to equipment. 4 s About discs s Playable disc types Playable and non-playable disc types are as follows: English Examples of playable DVD discs: Playable discs · This unit is designed to use the NTSC system. The unit cannot play back the disc recorded on the PAL system. English DVD The DVD Logo is a trademark. Video CD Audio CD Disc structure A DVD disc is comprised of "titles", while an Audio CD or Video CD is comprised of "tracks". Each title may be divided into some "chapters". For example, if a DVD disc contains some movies, each movie may have its own title number, and each movie may be divided into some chapters. In a DVD karaoke disc, each song usually has its own title number and does not have chapters. In general, each title has independent content, while each chapter in the same title has continuity. Non-playable discs · DVD-ROM · CD-R* · DVD-RAM · CD-ROM · DVD-R · PHOTO CD · DVD-RW · CD-RW* * Audio formatted CD-R and CD-RW can be played. · Playing back discs list as "Non-playable discs" above may generate noise and damage speakers. · Only audio can be played for CD-G, CD-EXTRA and CD TEXT. English Example: DVD disc Notes on DVD discs · DVD players and DVD discs have their own Region Code numbers. This unit only can play back DVD discs whose Region Code numbers include "1". Example: Audio CD/Video CD English Video CDs with Playback Control function What is Playback Control function? The Playback Control function, allows you to enjoy menu-driven operation and high-resolution still images which have a resolution four times greater than moving pictures. English · Menu-driven playback You can interact with the screen using a menu display to select and play an entry. · High-resolution still image display You can display high-quality images four times clearer than moving pictures. A selection menu is displayed when you start playing a Video CD with the Playback Control feature. The selection menu shows a list of numbers for selection. Some discs may show moving pictures or a divided screen. 1. When a list of numbers is displayed, selecting a number shows its contents. 2. When "3" or "SELECT" is displayed on the television screen, pressing this button jumps to the specific picture. 3 3. When the selection menu is re-displayed after you have played your selection, selecting a number again replays its contents. (Some discs may show the menu screen several times.) When ¢ and 4 are shown, pressing "NEXT" or "PREV" can change the selection menu. 4. After playback, press RETURN to go back to the previous screen. To stop playback, press STOP. English English Note: · When a menu is displayed for a long time (about ten minutes), the screen background automatically gets dark to prevent screen burn-in while the setting is suspended. 5 English s Connections s CAUTION: · Make all connection before plugging the system in an AC outlet. Connecting the powered sub-woofer Use the supplied system cable to connect the powered sub-woofer (SP-PWA9). Center unit (XV-THA9) ANTENNA AM LOOP AM EXT Connecting the FM and AM antennas English AUX IN R L CONNECTOR TO SP-PWA9 FM antenna connections VIDEO OUT VIDEO S-VIDEO Y COMPONENT PB PR AV COMPU LINK CONNECTOR TO SP-PWA9 Ensure that the £ mark on the plug faces down. VOLUME MAX MIN PHASE English REVERSR NOMAL System cable (supplied) A. FM Antenna Extend the supplled FM antenna horizontally. ANTENNA AM LOOP AM EXT SUB WOOFER CONNECTOR FROM XV - THA9 CONNECTOR FROM XV - THA9 Ensure that the £ mark on the plug faces to the right. Powered sub-woofer (SP-PWA9) FRONT SPEAKERS CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE LEFT RIGHT CENTER SPEAKER CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE REAR SPEAKERS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN English B. Outdoor FM Antenna Cable A.Using the supplied FM antenna CAUTUON: Use the system cable provided for attaching the center unit and the sub-woofer. The FM antenna provided can be connected to the FM 75 COAXIAL terminal as temporary measure. B.Using the standard type connector (Not supplied) Connecting the TV Connect the TV to view video images from the unit. S-video cable (not supplied) Connect to the TV if it has an S-video input (for higher image quality). Connect the cables with the mark facing up. English A standard type connector should be connected to the FM 75 COAXIAL terminal. Note: · If reception is poor, connect the outdoor antenna. Before attaching the 75 coaxial cable (the kind with a round wire going to an outdoor antenna), disconnect the supplied FM antenna. AM antenna connections English Turn the loop until you have the best reception. AM Loop Antenna Center unit (XV-THA9) ANTENNA AM LOOP AM EXT To S-video input Outdoor single vinyl-covered wire English Video cable (supplied) Notes: · Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any other terminals, connecting cords and power cord. This could cause poor reception. · If reception is poor, connect an outdoor single vinyl-covered wire to the AM EXT terminal. (Keep the AM loop antenna connected.) To composite video input 6 Connections English Connecting the TV with the component video input jacks Connect the TV with the component video input jacks to view high quality picture. English S-video cable (not supplied) English To S-video input Green Blue Red English To component video input Component video cable (not supplied) · Connect "Y" to "Y", "PB" to "PB", and "PR" to "PR" correctly. Note: · When the component video input jacks of the TV are of the BNC type, use an adapter to convert the pin jacks to BNC jacks (not supplied). · Connect the S-video cable (not supplied). Otherwise, some functions of the TV may not work. English English English 7 English English Connections Connecting speakers Connect the satellite speakers and center speaker to the terminals on the powered sub-woofer using the speaker cords supplied. Labels are attached to the speaker cords to indicate the speaker and terminal to which each is to be connected. · The four satellite speakers may be used at either front or rear. · Ensure that the left and right speakers are connected to left and right respectively, and that they are connected with the correct polarity (+ve, ­ve). The white speaker cord connects to the + terminal, and the black speaker cord connects to the ­ terminal. Twist and remove the insulation at the end of each speaker cord. VOLUME MAX MIN FRONT SPEAKERS PHASE REVERSR NOMAL CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE SUB WOOFER LEFT CONNECTOR FROM XV - THA9 English RIGHT CENTER SPEAKER CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE FRONT SPEAKERS CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE LEFT RIGHT CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE CENTER SPEAKER CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE REAR SPEAKERS CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE English REAR SPEAKERS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Connecting the front speakers Connecting the rear and center speakers Connect the right rear speaker to the REAR SPEAKERS RIGHT terminals. Connect the left rear speaker to the REAR SPEAKERS LEFT terminals. Connect the center speaker to the CENTER SPEAKER terminals. Center speaker English Connect the right speaker to the FRONT SPEAKERS RIGHT terminal. Connect the left speaker to the FRONT SPEAKERS LEFT terminal. Front right speaker Speaker cord (5 m) (16.4 ft) Front left speaker English FRONT SPEAKERS FRONT RIGHT CENTER FRONT LEFT FRONT SPEAKERS CAUTION : Speaker cord (5 m) (16.4 ft) White SPEAKER IMPEDANCE CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE LEFT Black RIGHT Fold the end of the cord to avoid short-circuit. Then, while pushing the lever of the speaker terminal, insert the folded end of the cord into the terminal. LEFT RIGHT CENTER SPEAKER CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE White Black Rear right speaker CENTER SPEAKER CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE English Rear left speaker REAR RIGHT REAR LEFT CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE REAR SPEAKERS REAR SPEAKERS Speaker cord (10 m) (32.8 ft) Note: · Mixing up the polarity of the speaker cords can reduce the stereo effect and sound quality. 8 Connections English Connecting an audio component You can connect an analog audio component, such as VCR, TV and MD recorder to this system. Refer also to the manuals supplied with your components. Use the cable with RCA pin plugs (not supplied). Connect the white plug to the left jack, and the red plug to the right jack. English English VCR Audio output English TV Audio output English MD Recorder Audio output English CAUTION: If you connect a sound-enhancing device such as a graphic equalizer between the source components and the center unit, the sound output through this system may be distorted. English 9 English Connections Connecting the power cord Before plugging the center unit and powered sub-woofer into an AC outlets, make sure that all connections have been made. Putting batteries in the remote control Before using the remote control, put two supplied batteries first. When using the remote control, aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the center unit. Plug the power cord into an AC outlet. English The red STANDBY lamp on the center unit lights when the power cord is plugged in. Keep the power cord away from the connecting cables and the antenna cable. The power cord may cause noise or screen interference. We recommend that you use a coaxial cable to connect the FM outdoor antenna, since it is well-shielded against interference. Center unit Powered sub-woofer 1 2 3 English 1 2 3 On the back of the remote control, remove the battery cover. Insert batteries. Make sure to match the polarity: (+) to (­). Replace the cover. AC power cord · If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases, replace the batteries. Use two R6P (SUM-3)/AA (15F) type dry-cell batteries. English CAUTIONS: Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking cells: · Place batteries in the remote control so they match the polarity: (+) to (­). · Use the correct type of batteries. Batteries that look similar may differ in voltage. · Always replace both batteries at the same time. · Do not expose batteries to heat or flame. CAUTIONS: English English English · Do not touch the power cord with wet hands. · Do not pull on the power cord to unplug the cord. When unplugging the cord, always grasp the plug so as not to damage the cord. Notes: · The preset settings such as preset channel and sound adjustment may be erased in a few days in the following cases: ­ When you unplug the power cord. ­ When a power failure occurs. · The speakers will not produce any sound if the powered sub-woofer power cord is removed from the AC outlet while the center unit is turned on. In this case power will not come on even when the powered sub-woofer power cord is plugged in the AC outlet. Press on the center unit, or AUDIO on the remote control to turn power on. This will turn the powered sub-woofer on and sound will be emitted from the speakers.