JVC CA-EXA1 User Manual

COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM

EX-A1

Consists of CA-EXA1 and SP-EXA1

INSTRUCTIONS

LVT1095-015A

[UJ]

Warnings, cautions and others

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.

CAUTION — F button!

Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely (the STANDBY lamp goes off). The F button in any position does not disconnect the mains line.

• When the system is on standby, the STANDBY lamp lights red.

• When the system is turned on, the STANDBY lamp goes off. The power can be remote controlled.

CAUTION

• Do not block the ventilation openings or holes. (If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to get out.)

• Do not place any naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.

• When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.

• Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS

1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

2. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user

serviceable parts inside the unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel.

3. CAUTION: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open

and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam.

4. REPRODUCTION OF LABEL: CAUTION LABEL, PLACED

INSIDE THE UNIT.

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Introduction

CAUTION — Proper Ventilation

To avoid risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage, locate the apparatus as follows: Top/Front/Back/Sides: No obstructions should be placed in the areas shown by the dimensions below. Bottom: Place on the level surface. Maintain adequate air path for ventilation by placing on

a stand with a height of 10 cm more.

In addition, maintain the best possible air circulation.

Front view Side view

15cm

Main unit

1cm 1cm

15cm

10cm

Wall or

obstructions

15cm

Main unit

Fron t

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Table of contents

Introduction

Warnings, cautions and others....................G-1

Special cautions ..............................................2

About discs......................................................3

Description of parts .........................................6

Getting started

Using the remote control .................................7

Putting the batteries in the remote control.......... 7

Operating the TV using the remote control......... 8

Connecting up .................................................9

Basic operations

Playing discs .................................................13

Playback ........................................................... 13

To switch the display ........................................ 14

Select what you want to play by using

the number buttons....................................... 15

To stop playback............................................... 15

To pause playback............................................ 15

To advance picture frame-by-frame.................. 15

Fast reverse/Fast forward search..................... 15

Playing back from a position 10 seconds

before (One Touch Replay).......................... 16

Slow Motion Playback....................................... 16

Skip to the beginning of the selection ............... 16

To change the brightness of the

display window (DIMMER)............................ 17

Adjusting the volume ........................................ 17

Adjusting sound quality..................................... 17

Turning off the sound temporarily (MUTING) ... 17

Functions specific to DVD AUDIO.................28

Playing the Bonus Group...................................28

Browsable Still Pictures (B.S.P.) .......................28

Using the menu bar ....................................... 29

Preferences ................................................... 30

Country/Area codes....................................... 32

Listening to radio

Listening to a radio broadcast .......................33

Tuning in to a preset station .......................... 34

Convenient functions

Listening to the sound of

other audio device ..................................... 35

Auto Standby.................................................35

Sleep Timer ................................................... 36

Tray Lock.......................................................36

Using AV COMPU LINK ................................ 37

Reference

Troubleshooting.............................................38

Language codes............................................39

Specifications ................................................40

Advanced operations

Playing MP3 and JPEG discs........................17

Resume Playback .........................................19

Select the scene to be played .......................20

Program Playback/Random Playback........... 21

Repeat Playback ...........................................23

Other convenient functions............................25

Selecting the subtitles....................................... 25

Selecting the audio language ........................... 25

Selecting a view angle...................................... 25

Enlarging the picture (ZOOM)........................... 26

Adjusting the picture quality (VFP) ................... 26

Creating realistic sound

(VIRTUAL SURROUND) .............................. 27

Adjusting playback level (DVD LEVEL) ............ 27

Enjoying better pictures (PROGRESSIVE)....... 27

How to read this manual

• Operations are described by mainly using the remote control buttons. If there are the same marks on the main unit, the buttons on the main unit can also be used.

• The following marks tell you for which type of the discs the operation can be made.

• The illustrations and TV screens may be different between the actual case and the description.

• “VCD” is an abbreviation of “Video CD”.

• “SVCD” is an abbreviation of “Super Video CD”.

Special cautions

Notes on handling

7 Important cautions

Installation of the system

• Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold; between 5°C and 35°C.

• Leave sufficient distance between the system and the TV.

• Do not use the system in a place subject to vibration.

Power cord

• Do not handle the power cord with wet hands!

• A small amount of power is always consumed while the power cord is connected to the wall outlet.

• When unplugging the power cord from the wall outlet, always pull on the plug, not the power cord.

To prevent malfunctions of the system

• 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 system.

• Do not use any non-standard shape disc (like a heart, flower or credit card, etc.) available on the market, because it may damage the system.

• Do not use a disc with tape, stickers, or paste on it, because it may damage the system.

Label sticker

Sticker

Note about copyright laws

Check the copyright laws in your country before recording from DVDs, Super Video CDs (SVCDs), VCDs and CDs. Recording of copyrighted material may infringe copyright laws.

Note about copy guard system

DVDs are protected by copy guard system. When you connect the system to your VCR directly, the copy guard system activates and the picture may not be played back correctly.

7 Safety precautions

Avoid moisture, water and dust

Do not place the system in moist or dusty places.

Avoid high temperatures

Do not expose the system to direct sunlight and do not place it near a heating device.

When you are away

When away on travel or for other reasons for an extended period of time, disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet.

Do not block the vents

Blocking the vents may damage the system.

Paste

Introduction

Care of the cabinet

When cleaning the system, 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 including disinfectants. These may cause deformation or discoloring.

If water gets inside the system

Turn the system off and disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet, then call the store where you made your purchase. Using the system in this condition may cause fire or electrical shock.

When condensation or water drops adhere to the lens

In any of the following cases, condensation or water drops may adhere to the lens to prevent the system from working properly:

• Immediately after roomheating starts

• When the system is installed in a steamy or damp space

• When the system is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm space

In any of these cases, leave the system turned on for 1 or 2 hours before use.

Supplied accessories

Check to be sure you have all of the supplied accessories. The number in parentheses is the quantity of the pieces supplied. If anything is missing, contact your dealer immediately.

• Remote control (1)

• Batteries (2)

• FM antenna (1)

• AM loop antenna (1)

• Power cord (1)

• Composite video cord (1)

• Speaker cords (2)

• AC plug adaptor (1)

• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “MLP Lossless”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

• “DTS” and “DTS 2.0+DIGITAL OUT” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

• This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

About discs

Playable disc types

This system has been designed to play back the following discs:

DVD VIDEO, DVD AUDIO, VCD, SVCD, CD This system can also play back the following discs:

• Finalized DVD-R/RW discs recorded in the DVD VIDEO format.

• CD-R/RW discs recorded in the following formats

- Music CDs (finalized discs)

- VCDs

- SVCDs

- MP3/JPEG discs recorded in ISO 9660 (for details, refer

to “About MP3/JPEG discs ”)

However, some discs may not be played back because of their disc characteristics, recording conditions, or damage or stain on them. Only sounds can be played back from the following discs:

MIX-MODE CD CD-G CD-EXTRA CD TEXT

Discs you can play:

Disc

Type

Mark (Logo)

DVD

VIDEO

DVD

AUDIO

VCD NTSC —

SVCD NTSC —

CD — —

CD-R — —

CD-RW — —

* Note on Region Code

DVD players and DVD VIDEOs have their own Region Code numbers. This system can only play back a DVD VIDEO recorded with the Region Code number and video format mentioned above.

Examples:

If a DVD VIDEO with an improper Region Code number is loaded, “REGION CODE ERROR!” appears on the TV screen and playback cannot start.

• On some DVD VIDEOs, DVD AUDIOs, VCDs or SVCDs, their actual operation may be different from what is explained in this manual. This is due to the disc programming and disc structure, not a malfunction of this system.

Video

Format

Region Code

Number

NTSC 1/ALL

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Discs that cannot be played back

• The following discs cannot be played back: DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, DVD-RW (recorded in VR format), CD-ROM, CD-I (CD-I Ready), Photo CD,

SACD, etc. Playing back these discs will generate noise and

damage the speakers.

Damaged discs and discs in an extraordinary shape (other than a disc of 12 cm or 8 cm in diameter) cannot be played back.

About MP3/JPEG discs

Playable MP3/JPEG discs and files

• Discs recorded in the ISO 9660 format are playable (except discs recorded in the “packet write” format (UDF format)).

• Discs recorded in the multi-session format are also playable.

• Files with an extension of “.mp3,” “.jpg” or “.jpeg” (extensions with uppercase and lowercase letters mixed are also acceptable) are playable.

Notes on MP3/JPEG discs and files

• A disc may not be played, or reading it may take a long time depending on its recording conditions or properties.

• The time needed for reading varies with the number of groups or tracks (files) recorded on the disc.

• If a character other than single byte English characters is used in the file name of an MP3/JPEG file, the track/ file name will not be displayed correctly.

• The order of tracks/groups displayed on the MP3 Control screen, and the order of files/groups displayed on the JPEG Control screen may be different from that of files/folders displayed on PC’s monitor screen.

• In the case of MP3 discs, since groups/tracks are played in alphabetical order, an off-the-shelf MP3 disc may be played in an order different from that indicated on the label attached to the disc.

• Playing an MP3 file including a still image may take a long time. The elapsed time is not displayed until playing starts. If playing starts, the elapsed time may not be displayed correctly.

• This system does not handle the ID3 tag of the MP3 file.

• For an MP3 file, a disc with a sampling frequency of

44.1 kHz and transmission rate of 128 kbps is recommended.

• This system can play a baseline JPEG file, excluding monochromatic JPEG files.

• This system can play JPEG data taken with a digital camera conforming to the DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) standard (when a function is applied such as the automatic rotation function of a digital camera, data goes beyond the DCF standard, so the image may not be displayed).

• If data has been processed, edited and restored with PC image editing software, the data may not be displayed.

• This system cannot play animations such as MOTION JPEG, or still images (TIFF etc.) other than JPEG, and image data with sound.

• The resolution of 640 x 480 is recommended for JPEG files. If a file has been recorded at a resolution of more than 640 x 480, display may take a long time. An image with a horizontal resolution of more than 2,400 pixels cannot be displayed.

Disc structure

DVD VIDEO

A DVD VIDEO consists of “titles” and each title may be divided into “chapters”.

Title 1 Title 2

Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 1 Chapter 2

DVD AUDIO

A DVD AUDIO consists of “groups” and each group may be divided into “tracks”. Some discs include a “bonus group” that requires a password for playing (A page 28).

Group 1 Group 2

Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 1 Track 2

VCD/SVCD/CD

VCD, SVCD and CD consist of “tracks”. In general, each track has its own track number. (On some discs, each track may also be further divided by indexes.)

Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5

Introduction

MP3 [JPEG] discs

On an MP3 [JPEG] disc, each still picture (material) is recorded as a track [file]. Tracks [Files] are usually grouped into a folder. Folders can also include other folders, creating hierarchical folder layers.

This unit simplifies the hierarchical construction of a disc and manages folders by “groups”.

Up to 99 groups

Group 1 Group 2

Track 1

[File 1]

This unit can recognize up to 150 tracks [files] per group and up to 99 groups per disc (up to 14,850 files in total). Since the unit ignores the tracks [files] whose numbers are exceeding 150 and the groups whose numbers are exceeding 99, they cannot be played back.

• If there is any type of files other than MP3 [JPEG] files in a folder, those files are also counted in the total file number.

Track 2

[File 2]

Up to 150 files

Group 3 Group 4 Group 5

Memo

Description of parts

The numbers represent the page numbers.

Front panel

Introduction

Play/Pause:13, 15

33 35

12,13

STANDBY/ON

Open/Close

Headphones

* Connect a pair of headphones (commercially available) with a stereo mini plug. If the headphones are

connected, the speakers and subwoofer will not produce any sound.

: 13

jack*

PHONES

15 15 15

Look at “Display window” below.

Remote control sensor: 7

VOLUME control: 17

Disc tray: 13

Display window

18, 23 21 36

Upper display

section: 14

18, 23

Lower display

section: 14

33 33 35 28 28

Rear panel

12 12 12

Region Code Number: 3

11 11 37

12 9 9

38 13

Cooling fan (inside)

The fan rotates and stops automatically. This discharges heat generated inside the unit. Do not cover up these holes.

Using the remote control

The numbers represent the page numbers.

16, 18

15, 33

16 15 20

20, 29

29 25

30 14 27 28 26 21 33 27 35

34, 35

33 36

One touch replay: 16

Remote control mode selector: 8

15, 33

15 20

20, 29

22 25

Number buttons: 8, 16

23 27

Putting the batteries in the remote control

Batteries (2)

If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases, replace the batteries. Use two R6P (SUM-3)/AA(15F) type dry-cell batteries.

CAUTION

•Do

not use a used battery and a new battery

together.

• Do not use different types of batteries at the same time.

• Take out the batteries if the remote control is not to be used for a long time. Otherwise it may cause a leakage.

Remote control operation

When operating the remote control, point it towards the front panel of the main unit. If the remote control is operated from a direction that is extremely oblique or when there is an obstacle in the way, signals may not be transmitted.

If the remote control sensor is exposed to a strong light such as direct sunlight, correct operation may not be carried out.

Introduction

Getting started

This page is for when operating your TV using the remote control of this product.

Operating the TV using the remote control

4 Press number buttons (1-9, 0).

Examples:

For a Hitachi TV: Press 1, then 0. For a Toshiba TV: Press 0, then 8.

If there are more than one manufacturer’s codes, try them in turn and select the one that causes the product to work properly.

Manufacturer Code Manufacturer Code

JVC 01 Samsung 12

Hitachi 10 Sanyo 13

Magnavox 02 Sharp 06

Mitsubishi 03 Sony 07

Panasonic 04, 11 Toshiba 08

RCA 05 Zenith 09

5 Release F TV.

For TV operation

Operate the remote control by pointing it towards the TV.

Number buttons

Setting the manufacturer's code

1 Slide the remote control mode

selector to the TV side.

2 Keep pressing down F TV.

NOTE

Keep pressing down F TV until Step 4 is complete.

3 Press ENTER and release.

Turn ON/OFF the power.

Change channels.

Adjust volume.

100+

Alternates between the previously selected channel and the current channel.

Switch TV and video input.

*1 Make sure to slide the remote control mode

selector to the TV side in advance.

NOTE

When the batteries are replaced, perform the manufacturer's code setting again.

Select channels.

Connecting up

–

Do not turn on the power until the connection is complete

Connecting antennas

–

Connection

Connecting AM loop antenna (supplied)

1 Set up the AM loop antenna.

2 Connect antenna cords.

Main unit

(rear panel)

Black White

How to insert antenna cords

Connect two antenna cords as described above.

If the antenna cord is covered with vinyl on the tip, twist and pull the vinyl off and remove.

Connecting FM antenna (supplied)

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FM antenna

Main unit

(rear panel)

Put the antenna up straight in the direction where the best radio reception can be obtained, and fix by using tape.

7 When good radio reception cannot be

obtained with the supplied antenna or when using a communal antenna

3 Turn the AM loop antenna to the direction of the

best radio reception. Locate the AM loop antenna as far away from the main unit as possible.

• Do not locate the AM loop antenna on a metallic table or close to a TV, personal computer, etc. Otherwise it may result in bad radio reception.

7 When good radio reception cannot be

obtained with the supplied AM loop antenna

Electric wire: 3 - 5m (commercially available)

Electric wire

Twist

AM loop antenna

Main unit

(rear panel)

Put up an electric wire extending horizontally, preferably at a high place such as above a window or outdoors.

Connect the AM loop antenna cords together.

Communal antenna terminal

Outdoor FM antenna (commercially available)

Coaxial cable (commercially available)

Main unit

(rear panel)

Antenna cord (sold separately)

Converter (sold separately: compatible with 300C/ 75C)

Depending on the radio reception conditions, an FM feeder antenna (sold separately: compatible with 300C) can be used. In the case, a converter (sold separately) is required.

For details of connecting a separately sold antenna, refer to the user guide for the antenna or converter.

When positioning the antenna, listen to an actual radio program (refer to “Listening to a radio broadcast” on page 33).

Connecting up Connection

Getting started

Connecting speakers

There is no difference between the left and right speakers.

Speaker

Speaker terminal

cord

Speaker cord

(supplied)

Without

black line

With black

line

Main unit

(rear panel)

Right speaker

(rear panel)

Speaker cord (supplied)

Without black line

Left speaker

(rear panel)

CAUTION

• DO NOT connect more than one speaker to one speaker terminal.

• The speakers of this product are magnetically shielded, but color irregularities may occur on the TV depending on how the speakers are installed. Keep in mind the following.

1. Turn off the main power of your TV before

installing the speakers. Wait for about 30 minutes before turning on the TV again.

2. If color irregularity occurs in pictures , keep a

distance of more than 10 cm between the TV and the speakers.

The speakers employ natural wood for the diaphragm and the cabinet in order to reproduce the original sound faithfully . The appearance will therefore be different for each unit.

With black line

Speaker terminal

NOTE

• Impedance of speaker that can be connected to the main unit is within a range of 4

• In order to have a sufficient cooling effect, leave a space of more than 1cm between the main unit and the speakers or other objects.

Speaker cord

Speaker cover can be detached.

Speaker cover

to 16C.

Connecting up Connection

(continued) – Do not turn on the power until the connection is complete –

Connecting other devices

This page is for when connecting the main unit with other devices.

Connecting subwoofer

With an amplifier-built in subwoofer (sold separately), you can enjoy a more dynamic bass sound. Refer to the manual of the subwoofer for details.

Amplifier-built-in subwoofer (sold separately)

Audio cord (sold separately) (If an audio cord comes with the amplifier-built-in subwoofer, you can use the cord.)

Main unit

When you want to hear sound from the subwoofer, press

S.WFR OUT

“SUB WFR ON” (Sub Woofer ON) on the display window on the main unit. Each time you press the button, the display toggles between “ON” and “OFF”.

NOTE

When "SUB WFR ON" is selected, bass sound from the left and right speakers will be automatically lowered and the bass sound will be emitted mainly from the subwoofer.

on the remote control to display

Connecting with other audio device

Output

Audio cord (sold separately)

Input

Main unit

Other audio device

Connecting with a digital device

Input

Output

Main unit

CAUTION

• For details of signals to be output, refer to page

31.

• If connecting the main unit with equipment with the function of a Dolby Digital decoder, the setting in “D. RANGE COMPRESSION” of “AUDIO” (

page 31) will be invalid regarding sound from

the digital audio output of the main unit.

Digital device (MD recorder etc.)

To digital input terminal

Optical digital cord (sold separately)

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