JVC MX-DVA9 User Manual
COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM
SYSTEME DE COMPOSANTS COMPACT
MX-DVA9
— Consists of CA-MXDVA9, SP-MXG79, and SP-DS99TN (SP-DSC99TN and SP-DSS99TN)
— Composé du CA-MXDVA9, SP-MXG79 et SP-DS99TN (SP-DSC99TN et SP-DSS99TN)
SP-MXG79
SP-DS99TN
CA-MXDVA9
SP-MXG79
(SP-DSC99TN)
INSTRUCTIONS
MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS
(SP-DSS99TN)
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.
GVT0057-001A
[J,C]
Warnings, Cautions and Others
Mises en garde, précautions et indications diverses
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.
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.
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:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For Canada/pour le Canada
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
A TTENTION: POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES,
INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS
LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER
JUSQUAU FOND.
For Canada/pour le Canada
THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED THE CLASS
B LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE EMISSIONS FROM DIGITAL
APPARATUS AS SET OUT IN THE INTERFERENCE-CAUSING
EQUIPMENT STANDARD ENTITLED “DIGITAL APPARATUS,”
ICES-003 OF THE DEP ARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS.
CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE RESPECTE LES LIMITES DE
BRUITS RADIOELECTRIQUES APPLICABLES AUX APPAREILS
NUMIRIQUES DE CLASSE B PRESCRITES DANS LA NORME
SUR LE MATERIEL BROUILLEUR: “APP AREILS NUMERIQUES”,
NMB-003 EDICTEE PAR LE MINISTRE DES
COMMUNICATIONS.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installer’s attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular,
specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building, as close to the point of
cable entry as practical.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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.
ATTENTION
Afin d’éviter tout risque d’électrocution, d’incendie, etc.:
1. Ne pas enlever les vis ni les panneaux et ne pas ouvrir
le coffret de l’appareil.
2. Ne pas exposer l’appareil à la pluie ni à l’humidité.
Caution –– STANDBY/ON button!
Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely.
The STANDBY/ON button in any position does not
disconnect the mains line. The power can be remote
controlled.
Attention –– Commutateur STANDBY/ON !
Déconnecter la fiche de secteur pour couper complètement
le courant. Le commutateur STANDBY/ON ne coupe
jamais complètement la ligne de secteur, quelle que soit sa
position. Le courant peut être télécommandé.
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
qualified service personnel.
1. PRODUIT LASER CLASSE 1
2. ATTENTION: Radiation laser invisible quand l'appareil est
ouvert ou que le verrouillage est en panne ou désactivé.
Eviter une exposition directe au rayon.
3. ATTENTION: Ne pas ouvrir le couvercle du dessus. Il n'y a
aucune pièce utilisable à l'intérieur. Laisser à un personnel
qualifié le soin de réparer votre appareil.
– G-1 –
IMPORTANT PRODUCTS SAFETY INSTRUCTION
(Statement in accordance with the UL standards)
1) Read Instructions — Read carefully this instructions for your
safe use before this product is installed, wire-connected, and
operated.
2) Retain Instructions — For your future reference, retain this
instruction.
3) Heed Warnings — Heed warnings on the product and in the
operating instructions.
4) Follow Instructions — Follow and obey all warnings, cautions
and instructions marked on this product and this instruction.
5) Cleaning — Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a
damp cloth for cleaning.
6) Attachments — Do not use attachments not recommended by
the manufacturer of this product as they may cause hazards.
7) Water and Moisture — Do not expose this product to rain, water
and moisture, or operate it near water — for example near a
bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet
basement or near a swimming pool, and the like.
8) Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to
protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked
or covered.
• Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed,
sofa, rug or other similar surface.
• Do not place the product in a built-in installation such as a
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
9) Power Sources — Operate your product only from the type of
power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure
of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product
dealer or local power company. If your product is intended to
operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.
10) Grounding or Polarization
Your product may be equipped with a polarized alternatingcurrent line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other).
This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a
safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the
outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
11) Power Cord Protection — Power supply cords should be routed
so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to
cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the product.
12) Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside antenna or cable
system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or
cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection
against voltage surges and built-up
static charges. Article 810 of the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
70, provides information with regard to
proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of
the lead-in wire to an antenna
GROUND CLAMP
discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna
discharge unit, connection to
grounding electrodes, and
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
requirements for the grounding
electrode. Example of antenna
grounding is illustrated in here.
NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
13) Lightning — For added protection for this product during a
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent
damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
14) Power Line — An outside antenna system should not be
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric
light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines
or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme
care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or
circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
15) Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of
fire or electric shock.
16) Object and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of any kind into
this product through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or shout-out parts that could result in a fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
17) Servicing — Do not attempt to service this product yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
18) Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this product from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under
the following conditions:
a)When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b)If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the
product.
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d)If the product does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the product to its normal operation.
e)If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance
— this indicates a need for service.
19) Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be
sure the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics
as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in
fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
20) Safety Check — Upon completion of any service or repairs to
this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks
to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
21) Heat — The product should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
products(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
ANTENNA
LEAD IN WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810–20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810–21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
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Introduction
We would like to thank you for purchasing one of our JVC products.
Before operating this unit, read this manual carefully and thoroughly to
obtain the best possible performance from your unit, and retain this manual
for future reference.
About This Manual
This manual is organized as follows:
• The manual mainly explains operations using the
buttons and controls on the unit. You can also use the
buttons on the remote control if they have the same or
similar names (or marks) as those on the unit.
If operation using the remote control is different from
that using the unit, it is then explained.
• Basic and common information that is the same for many
functions is grouped in one place, and is not repeated in
each procedure. For instance, we do not repeat the
information about turning on/off the unit, setting the
volume, changing the sound effects, and others, which are
explained in the section “Common Operations” on pages
10 to 12.
• The following marks are used in this manual:
Gives you warnings and cautions to prevent
from damage or risk of fire/electric shock.
Also gives you information which is not good
for obtaining the best possible performance
from the unit.
Gives you information and hints you had better
know.
Power sources
• When unplugging from the wall outlet, always pull the
plug, not the AC power cord.
DO NOT handle the AC power cord with wet
hands.
Moisture condensation
Moisture may condense on the lens inside the unit in the
following cases:
• After starting heating in the room
• In a damp room
• If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm place
should this occur, the unit may malfunction. In this case,
leave the unit turned on for a few hours until the moisture
evaporates, unplug the AC power cord, and then plug it in
again.
Others
• Should any metallic object or liquid fall into the unit,
unplug the AC power cord and consult your dealer before
operating any further.
• If you are not going to operate the unit for an extended
period of time, unplug the AC power cord from the wall
outlet.
Precautions
Installation
• Install in a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor
too cold—between 5˚C (41˚F) and 35˚C (95˚F).
• Install the unit in a location with adequate ventilation to
prevent internal heat buildup in the unit.
• Leave sufficient distance between the unit and the TV.
• Keep the speakers away from the TV to avoid interference
with TV.
DO NOT install the unit in a location near heat
sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
excessive dust or vibration.
DO NOT disassemble the unit since there are no
user serviceable parts inside.
If anything goes wrong, unplug the AC power cord and
consult your dealer.
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Contents
Location of the Buttons and Controls....................... 3
Front Panel ................................................................. 3
Remote Control .......................................................... 5
Getting Started............................................................ 6
Supplied Accessories.................................................. 6
Putting the Batteries into the Remote Control ........... 6
Connecting Antennas ................................................. 6
Connecting Speakers .................................................. 7
Connecting Other Equipment..................................... 8
Canceling the Display Demonstration ....................... 9
Common Operations ................................................ 10
Turning On or Of f the Power ..................................... 10
Setting the Clock ...................................................... 10
Selecting the Sources................................................. 10
Adjusting the Volume............................................... 11
Adjusting the Front Speaker Output Balance........... 11
Reinforcing the Bass Sound ..................................... 11
Selecting the Sound Modes ...................................... 11
Creating Your Own Sound Modes
—Manual Mode.................................................. 12
Listening to FM and AM Broadcasts...................... 13
Tuning into a Station ................................................ 13
Presetting Stations .................................................... 13
Tuning into a Preset Station ..................................... 13
Playing Back Discs—Introduction .......................... 14
Disc Structure........................................................... 14
DVD Features........................................................... 15
• Selecting the Multi-Angle View......................... 15
• Selecting the Audio Language ........................... 15
• Selecting the Subtitle ......................................... 15
Basic Disc Playback .................................................. 16
Loading Discs........................................................... 16
Common Basic Disc Operations .............................. 16
DVD Playback.......................................................... 16
VCD/CD Playback ................................................... 18
Searching for a Particular Point ............................... 19
Prohibiting Disc Ejection—Tray Lock .................... 19
Menu-Driven Playback—DVD/VCD with
PBC Function....................................................... 20
Menu Operations ...................................................... 20
Selecting Playback Modes........................................ 21
Programming the Playing Order of the Titles and
Tracks—Program Play ....................................... 21
Playing at Random—Random Play ......................... 23
Repeating Playback .................................................. 23
• Repeat Play ........................................................ 23
• A-B Repeat......................................................... 24
DVD/VCD Special Effect Playback......................... 25
Still Picture/Frame-by-Frame Playback ................... 25
Viewing Continuous Still Pictures—Strobe ............. 25
Slow Motion Playback—Slow ................................. 25
Zoom in the Picture—Zoom .................................... 25
Viewing the Desired Chapters/Tracks—Digest........ 26
Selecting the Picture Brightness
—Theater Position.............................................. 26
Playing Back Tapes................................................... 27
Playing Back a Tape ................................................. 27
Locating the Beginning of a Song—Music Scan ..... 27
Using DSP Surround Mode ..................................... 28
Activating and Adjusting
the DSP Surround Mode..................................... 28
Recording .................................................................. 29
Recording a Tape on Deck B.................................... 29
Dubbing Tapes .......................................................... 30
VCD/CD Direct Recording ....................................... 30
Auto Edit Recording.................................................. 31
Operating the On-Screen Menu .............................. 32
Basic Procedure........................................................ 32
Changing the Initial Language Settings ................... 33
Changing the Various Audio Settings....................... 33
Changing the Display Settings ................................. 35
Changing the System Settings.................................. 36
Using the Parental Lock........................................... 37
Setting the Parental Lock Level ............................... 37
Unlocking the Parental Lock Temporarily ............... 37
Using the Timers....................................................... 38
Using Daily Timer.................................................... 38
Using Recording Timer............................................ 40
Using Sleep Timer.................................................... 41
Timer Priority........................................................... 41
Using AV COMPU LINK Control System.............. 42
Appendix A—Maintenance...................................... 43
Appendix B—Troubleshooting ................................ 44
Appendix C—Output Signals Through the
OPTICAL DIGITAL OUTPUT Terminal......... 45
Appendix D—Channel Display ............................... 45
Appendix E—Language Code
for On-Screen Menu............................................ 46
Appendix F—Country Code for Parental Lock..... 47
Appendix G—Glossary ............................................ 49
Specifications............................................................. 50
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Location of the Buttons and Controls
Become familiar with the buttons and controls on your unit.
Front Panel
Front Panel
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Continued
Display Window
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See pages in the parentheses for details.
Front Panel
1 Disc trays
2 STANDBY/ON button and STANDBY lamp
(10, 39, 40)
3 Remote sensor
4 PRESET + / – control (13)
4 / ¢ (reverse search/forward search) control
(10, 12, 17, 18, 21, 23, 31, 38 – 40)
5 Display window
6 TAPE 2 3 button and lamp (10, 27, 29, 30)
Pressing this button also turns on the unit.
7 DVD 3¥8 (play/pause) button and lamp
(10, 16 – 18, 21, 23)
Pressing this button also turns on the unit.
8 FM/AM button and lamp (10, 13)
Pressing this button also turns on the unit.
9 AUX button and lamp (10)
Pressing this button also turns on the unit.
p Disc play mode buttons
• REPEAT button (24)
• PROGRAM button (21)
• RANDOM button (23)
q CLOCK/TIMER button (10, 38 – 41)
w PHONES jack (11)
e DISPLAY button (15, 17, 19)
r THEATER POSITION button (26)
t DSP SURROUND < / > buttons (28)
y CD REC START button (30, 31)
u Deck A cassette holder (27)
i 0 EJECT button for deck A (27)
o Disc number buttons and lamps (DVD1, DVD2, and
DVD3) (16, 18, 21, 23, 30, 31)
Pressing one of these buttons also turns on the unit.
; SET button (10, 12, 13, 21, 31, 38 – 41)
a 0 (Disc tray open/close) buttons (DVD1, DVD2, and
DVD3) (16 – 19)
Pressing one of these buttons also turns on the unit.
s CANCEL/DEMO button (9, 10, 21, 31, 38 – 41)
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d SOUND MODE control (11)
f DOLBY DIGITAL lamp (14, 17)
PRO LOGIC lamp (33)
SURROUND lamp (14, 17, 28)
g SUBWOOFER LEVEL + / – control (11)
h TUNING + / – buttons (13)
1 / ¡ (fast reverse/fast forward) buttons (12, 19, 27)
j VOLUME + / – control (11)
k 7 (stop) button (17 – 23, 27, 29 – 31, 40)
l Tape operation buttons
• TAPE A/B button (27)
• REVERSE MODE button (27, 29 – 31)
• REC START/STOP button (29, 30, 31, 40)
/ DUBBING button (30)
z EDIT button (31)
x Deck B cassette holder (27, 29)
c EJECT 0 button for deck B (27, 29)
Display Window
1 Timer indicators
• (Timer), DAILY (Daily Timer), REC (Recording
Timer), and SLEEP (Sleep Timer) indicators
2 Tape operation indicators
• A/B (operating deck), (recording), 2 3 (tape
direction), and (reverse mode) indicators
3 Title and track number (1 – 16) indicators
4 TITLE indicator
5 Disc play mode indicators
• REPEAT (ALL/1), PRGM (program), and RANDOM
indicators
6 Tuner operation indicators
• MONO and ST (stereo) indicators
7 PBC indicator
8 Disc indicators
9 SOUND MODE indicator
p CHAP. (chapter) and TRACK indicators
q SUBWOOFER LEVEL indicator
w Main display
• Shows the source name, frequency, etc.
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Remote Control
Remote Control
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1 FM/AM button (10, 13)
Pressing this button also turns on the unit.
FM MODE button* (13)
2 AUX button (10 )
Pressing this button also turns on the unit.
3 SUBTITLE button (15)
4 DISPLAY button (15, 17, 19)
5 Number buttons (13, 17 – 19, 22, 37)
Disc number buttons* (DVD 1, DVD 2, and DVD 3)
(16, 18, 22, 23, 26)
ANGLE button* (15)
DIGEST button* (26)
ZOOM button* (25)
AUDIO button* (15)
THEATER POSITION button* (26)
DSP MODE button* (28)
CANCEL button* (22)
6 SOUND MODE ∧ / ∨ button (11)
7 1 / ¡ (fast reverse/fast forward) button (19, 27)
+ / − button (11, 13)
SLOW + / − button (25)
8 PLAY MODE button (17 – 19, 22 – 24)
9 SHIFT button
p DVD 3 (play) button (10, 16 – 19, 22, 25)
SELECT button (20, 26)
Pressing this button also turns on the unit.
q 4 (reverse search) button (17, 18, 23)
PREV. (preview) button (26)
w 7 (stop) button (17, 18, 20 – 23, 26, 27, 37)
CLEAR button (22)
e 8 (pause) button (16, 25)
STROBE button (25)
r ENTER button (15, 17 – 19, 22 – 24, 26, 32 – 37)
t Cursor (5 / ∞ / 3 / 2) button (20, 25, 26, 32 – 37)
CONTROL + / – button (15, 17 – 19, 22 – 24)
y TAPE 2 3 button (10, 27)
Pressing this button also turns on the unit.
TAPE A/B button* (27)
u STANDBY/ON button (10)
i TITLE button (20)
o SLEEP button (41)
; CHOICE button (32)
a LEVEL + / – button (11, 28)
s VOL (volume) + / – button (11)
d LEVEL SELECT button (11, 28)
f FADE MUTING button (11)
g ¢ (forward search) button (17, 18, 22, 23)
NEXT button (26)
h RETURN button (20)
j MENU button (20)
When using the remote control, point it at
the remote sensor on the front panel.
* These buttons function while pressing with SHIFT.
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Getting Started
Continued
Supplied Accessories
Make sure that you have all the following items.
The number in the parentheses indicates the quantity of the
pieces supplied.
• AM loop antenna (1)
• FM antenna (1)
• Remote control (1)
• Batteries (2)
• Composite video cord (1)
If anything is missing, consult your dealer immediately.
Putting the Batteries into the Remote Control
Insert the batteries—R6(SUM-3)/AA(15F)—into the
remote control, by matching the polarity (+ and –) on the
batteries with the + and – markings on the battery
compartment.
When the remote control can no longer operate the unit,
replace both batteries at the same time.
Connecting Antennas
FM antenna
ANTENNA
AM EXT
LOOP
FM 75
COAXIAL
FM antenna (supplied)
1 Attach the FM antenna to the FM 75 Ω
COAXIAL terminal.
2 Extend the FM antenna.
3 Fasten it up in the position which gives you
the best reception, then fix it on the wall, etc.
1
R6(SUM-3)/AA(15F)
2
3
• DO NOT use an old battery together with a
new one.
• DO NOT use different types of batteries
together.
• DO NOT expose batteries to heat or flame.
• DO NOT leave the batteries in the battery
compartment when you are not going to use
the remote control for an extended period of
time. Otherwise, it will be damaged from
battery leakage.
About the supplied FM antenna
The FM antenna supplied with this unit can be used as temporary
measure. If reception is poor, you can connect an outdoor FM
antenna.
To connect an outdoor FM antenna
Before connecting it, disconnect the supplied FM antenna.
Outdoor FM antenna
(not supplied)
ANTENNA
AM EXT
LOOP
FM 75
COAXIAL
A 75 Ω antenna with coaxial type connector should be
used.
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AM antenna
SUBWOOFERS
MAIN
SPEAKERS
CAUTION: SPEAKER
IMPEDANCE
616
LEFT
LEFT
RIGHT
RIGHT
FRONT
Connecting Speakers
IMPORTANT: Use only speakers with the same speaker
impedance as indicated by the speaker terminals on the
rear of the unit.
To connect front speakers
ANTENNA
1
AM EXT
AM LOOP
FM 75
COAXIAL
Vinyl-covered wire
(not supplied)
2
AM loop antenna
(supplied)
1
Connect the AM loop antenna to the AM
LOOP terminals as illustrated.
• If the AM loop antenna wire is covered with
vinyl, remove the vinyl by twisting it as
shown in the diagram.
Speaker cords
(red/black)
Black
1
Red
Blue
Speaker cords
(blue/black)
3
2
Speaker cords
(red/black)
Black
2 Turn the AM loop antenna until you have the
best reception.
To connect an outdoor AM antenna
When reception is poor, connect a single vinyl-covered wire
to the AM EXT terminal and extend it horizontally. The AM
loop antenna must remain connected.
For better reception of both FM and AM
• Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any other
terminals and connecting cords.
• Keep the antennas away from metallic parts of the unit,
connecting cords, and the AC power cord.
Right front speaker
1
Open the speaker terminal.
Left front speaker
2 Insert the end of the speaker cord into the
terminal.
Match the polarity (colors) of the speaker terminals: Red
(+) to red (+) and black (–) to black (–); Blue (+) to blue
(+) and black (–) to black (–).
3 Close the speaker terminal.
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Continued
To connect a center speaker and rear speakers
By connecting a center speaker and rear speakers to the
SURROUND SPEAKERS jacks, you can enjoy Dolby
Digital multichannel sound and the DSP Surround modes
(see page 28).
Center
speaker
SURROUND SPEAKERS
RIGHT LEFT
CAUTION: SPEAKER
Right rear
speaker
REAR
CENTER
IMPEDANCE
16 32
Left rear
speaker
• Connect the right rear speaker to the REAR RIGHT jack.
• Connect the left rear speaker to the REAR LEFT jack.
• Connect the center speaker to the CENTER jack.
To connect a subwoofer
By connecting a subwoofer, you can reproduce the LFE signals
recorded in Dolby Digital 5.1ch multichannel software.
SUBWOOFER
5.1ch OUT
Powered
subwoofer
(not supplied)
Connecting Other Equipment
You can connect both analog and digital equipment.
• DO NOT connect any equipment while the unit is
on.
• DO NOT plug in any equipment until all
connections are complete.
To connect an analog component
Be sure that the plugs of the audio cords are colored: White
plugs and jacks are for left audio signals, and red ones for
right audio signals.
Audio
equipment
To audio output
For playing the other equipment through this unit,
connect between the audio output jacks on the other
equipment and the AUX IN jacks by using audio cords (not
supplied).
To input
Connect the input jack of a powered subwoofer to the SUBWOOFER 5.1ch OUT jack, using a monaural audio cord (not
supplied).
Ideal Speaker Layout
To enjoy Dolby Digital 5.1 ch multichannel sound, locate
speakers as follows. If you cannot locate them like this, adjust
the speaker setting by using the on-screen menu. (See page 34.)
Left rear
speaker
Left
front speaker
90˚ 90˚
Center speaker
30˚
30˚
Right
front speaker
Subwoofer
Right rear
speaker
Audio
equipment
To audio input
For recording sounds through this unit on the other
equipment, connect between the audio input jacks on the
other equipment and the AUX OUT jacks by using an audio
cord (not supplied).
• See “About sounds output through the rear terminals” on
the next page.
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To connect audio equipment with an optical digital
input terminal—such as digital decoder
You can connect a digital decoder such as an MD recorder or
a CD recorder by using an optical digital cord (not supplied).
• See “About sounds output through the rear terminals”
below.
OPTICAL
DIGITAL OUTPUT
PCM /
STREAM
Before connecting the
other equipment, remove
the protective plug from
the terminal.
Protective
plug
To connect a TV
Connect your TV and this unit using the composite video
cord (supplied) or an S-video cord (not supplied).
• You can also use JVC’s AV COMPU LINK control system.
For details, see page 42.
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
Composite
video cord
(supplied)
To composite
video input
S-video cord*
(not supplied)
To S-video
input
Audio equipment with an
optical digital input
To optical digital input
Connect an optical digital cord (not supplied) between the
optical digital input terminal on the other equipment and the
OPTICAL DIGITAL OUTPUT terminal.
About sounds output through the rear terminals
• Through the AUX OUT (RIGHT/LEFT) jacks:
Analog stereo signals are output.
When playing a source encoded with Dolby Digital*
( ), multichannel signals are mixed to the right
and left front channel signals, then output. You also need
to set “DOWN MIX” setting correctly. (See page 33.)
– You cannot reproduce the sound encoded with DTS
Surround** ( ).
• Through the OPTICAL DIGITAL OUTPUT
terminal:
Digital signals (Linear PCM, Dolby Digital*, DTS
Surround**) are output.
To reproduce the multichannel sounds such as Dolby
Digital and DTS Surround, connect an amplifier or a
decoder compatible with these multichannel sources to
this terminal, and set “DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT”
setting correctly. (See page 33.)
* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works. ©1992–1997
Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
** Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems,
Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942 and other world-wide patents
issued and pending. “DTS,” and “DTS Digital Surround,” are
a registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
Copyright 1996, 2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All
Rights Reserved.
* Using an S-video cord
gives you a better
quality pictures.
TV
Now, you can plug the AC power cord.
When connecting the AC power cord into a wall outlet, the
unit automatically starts display demonstration.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to check all connections to be done
before plugging the AC power cord into a wall outlet.
Canceling the Display Demonstration
On the unit ONLY:
To cancel the display demonstration, press
CANCEL/DEMO until “DEMO OFF” appears
on the display.
When you press other buttons
The display demonstration stops temporarily. It will start
automatically again (if no operation is done for 2 minutes) unless
you cancel it by pressing CANCEL/DEMO.
To start the display demonstration manually
Press and hold CANCEL/DEMO for more than 1 second.
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Common Operations
g.)
Y
Continued
Turning On or Off the Power
To turn on the unit, press
STANDBY/ON so that the
STANDBY lamp goes off.
To turn off the unit (on standby), press
STANDBY/ON again so that the
STANDBY lamp lights up.
• A little power is always consumed even while the unit is on
standby.
To switch off the power supply completely, unplug the AC
power cord from a wall outlet.
When you unplug the AC power cord or if a power
failure occurs
The clock is reset to “AM 12:00” right away, while the tuner preset
stations (see page 13) will be erased in a few days.
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY
STANDBY/ON
STANDB
Setting the Clock
Before operating the unit any further, first set the clock built
in this unit. You can set the clock whether the unit is on or
off.
3
Turn 4 / ¢ to adjust the minute, then
press SET.
To check the clock time
Press and hold SET while playing any source.
• Pressing SET, the source indication appears again.
To adjust the clock again
If you have adjusted the clock before, you need to press
CLOCK/TIMER repeatedly until the clock setting mode is
selected.
• Each time you press the button, the clock/timer setting
modes change as follows:
DAILY
Canceled
When you unplug the AC power cord or if a power
failure occurs
The clock is reset to “AM 12:00” right away. If this happens, set the
clock again.
ON TIME
(Daily timer setting)
Clock
setting
(The hour digits
start flashin
REC
ON TIME
(Recording
timer setting)
Selecting the Sources
On the unit ONLY:
1
Press CLOCK/TIMER.
The hour digits start flashing on the display.
2
Turn 4 / ¢ to adjust
the hour, then press SET.
The minute digits start flashing on
the display.
• If you want to correct the hour after
pressing SET, press CANCEL/DEMO.
The hour digits start flashing again.
To listen to the FM/AM broadcasts, press FM/AM.
(See page 13.)
To playback discs, press DVD 3¥8 (or DVD 3 on the
remote control). (See pages 14 – 26.)
To playback tapes, press TAPE 2 3. (See page 27.)
To select the external equipment as the source, press AUX.
When you press the play button for a particular source
(FM/AM, DVD 3/8 (or DVD 3 on the remote control),
TAPE 2 3, and AUX), the unit turns on (and the unit starts
playing the source if it is ready).
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Adjusting the Volume
Reinforcing the Bass Sound
You can adjust the volume level only while the unit is turned
on. The volume level can be adjusted in 32 steps (VOL MIN,
VOL 01—VOL 30, and VOL MAX).
Turn VOLUME + / – clockwise (+) to
increase the volume or
counterclockwise (–) to decrease it.
When using the remote control, press VOL + to increase the
volume or press VOL – to decrease it.
For private listening
Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack. No sound
comes out of the speakers. Be sure to turn down the volume before
connecting or putting on headphones.
DO NOT turn off (on standby) the unit with the
volume set to an extremely high level; otherwise, a
sudden blast of sound can damage your hearing,
speakers and/or headphones when you turn on the
unit or start playing any source next time.
REMEMBER you cannot adjust the volume level
while the unit is off (on standby).
You can select one of the 4 subwoofer levels. This function
only affects the playback sound, but does not affect your
recording. The subwoofer level can be adjusted in 4 steps—
LEVEL 1, LEVEL 2, LEVEL 3, and LEVEL 4 (MAX
LEVEL).
Turn SUBWOOFER LEVEL + / –
clockwise (+) to increase the subwoofer
level or counterclockwise (–) to decrease
it.
When using the remote control, press
LEVEL SELECT until “LEVEL” appears.
• Press LEVEL + to increase the subwoofer level.
• Press LEVEL – to decrease the subwoofer level.
SUBWOOFER indicator flashes
when adjusting subwoofer level.
Selecting the Sound Modes
To turn down the volume level temporarily
Press FADE MUTING on the remote control.
The volume level gradually decreases to
“VOL MIN.”
To restore the sound, press the button again.
Adjusting the Front Speaker Output Balance
If the sounds you hear from the front right and left speakers
are unequal, you can adjust the speaker output balance.
On the remote control ONLY:
1
Press LEVEL SELECT until “L”
and “R” appear on the display.
2
Press LEVEL + or – to adjust the
front speaker output balance.
• Press LEVEL + to increase the right channel
output.
• Press LEVEL – to increase the left channel output.
You can select one of the 6 preset sound modes. This function
only affects the playback sound, but does not affect your
recording.
To select the sound modes, turn
SOUND MODE until the sound mode
you want appears on the display.
When using the remote control, press
SOUND MODE ∧ or ∨.
The SOUND MODE indicator
also lights up on the display.
• The sound modes change as follows:
D.CLUB
(Dance CLUB)
OFF
(Canceled)
HALL STADIUM ROCK
POP
CLASSIC
MANUAL 1MANUAL 2MANUAL 3
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D.CLUB*: Increases resonance and bass.
HALL*: Adds depth and brilliance to the sound.
STADIUM*: Adds clarity and spreads the sound, like in an
outdoor stadium.
SEA (Sound Effect Amplifer) modes:
ROCK: Boosts low and high frequency. Good for
acoustic music.
POP: Good for vocal music.
CLASSIC: Good for classical music.
Manual modes:
MANUAL 1/2/3:
Your individual mode stored in memory. See
“Creating Your Own Sound Modes—Manual
Mode.”
OFF: The sound mode is canceled. The SOUND
MODE indicator goes off.
* Surround elements are added to the SEA element to create a
being-there feeling in your room.
When one of these modes is selected, the SOUND MODE
indicator lights up as —
While one of the SEA modes (including manual modes) without
surround elements is selected, the SOUND MODE indicator
lights up as —
3
Adjust the SEA pattern.
1) Turn 4 / ¢ to select
the frequency range to
adjust (LOW, MID or
HIGH).
2) Press ¡ or 1 to adjust
the level (–3 to +3) of the
selected frequency range.
3) Repeat steps 1) and 2) to
adjust the level of the other
frequency ranges.
4
Press SET again.
Current level appears.
Creating Your Own Sound Modes
—Manual Mode
You can create SEA patterns to suit your preference. These
changed settings can be stored in the MANUAL 1,
MANUAL 2, and MANUAL 3 modes.
• There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the
setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 1
again.
On the unit ONLY:
1
Select one of the preset sound modes.
• If you want to add the surround elements in your
SEA pattern, select one of the sound modes (D.CLUB,
HALL, or STADIUM) before starting the procedure
below. (See “Selecting the Sound Modes” on page 11.)
2
Press and hold SET until “SEA
CONT” appears on the display.
5
Turn 4 / ¢ to select one of
the MANUAL 1, MANUAL 2,
and MANUAL 3 modes into
which you want to store the
SEA pattern.
6
Press SET.
The SEA pattern you have created is stored into the
MANUAL mode selected in step 5.
To use your own sound mode
Select MANUAL 1, MANUAL 2, or MANUAL 3 mode. See
“Selecting the Sound Modes” on page 11.
Ex.: When “D.CLUB” is selected as the sound mode.
When you unplug the AC power cord or if a power
failure occurs
The setting will be erased in a few days. If this happens, set the
manual sound modes again.
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Listening to FM and AM Broadcasts
Tuning into a Station
1
Press FM/AM.
The unit automatically turns on and
tunes into the previously received
station (either FM or AM).
• Each time you press the button, the
band alternates between FM and AM.
2
Start searching for stations.
On the unit:
Press and hold TUNING + or –
for more than 1 second.
On the remote control:
Press and hold + (¡) or – (1)
for more than 1 second.
The unit starts searching for stations and
stops when a station of sufficient signal
strength is tuned in.
• If a program is broadcast in stereo, the ST (stereo)
indicator lights up.
To stop searching, press TUNING + or – ( + (¡) or
– (1) on the remote control).
When you press TUNING + or – ( + (¡) or – (1) on
the remote control) briefly and repeatedly
The frequency changes step by step.
To change the FM reception mode
When an FM stereo broadcast is hard to receive or
noisy, press FM MODE while holding down
SHIFT on the remote control so that the MONO
indicator lights up on the display. Reception
improves.
To restore the stereo effect, press FM MODE
again while holding down SHIFT so that the
MONO indicator goes off from the display. In
stereo mode, you can hear stereo sounds when a
program is broadcasted.
+
On the unit ONLY:
1
Tune into the station you want to preset.
• See “Tuning into a Station.”
2
Press SET.
3
Turn PRESET + / – to select a
preset number.
4
Press SET.
The tuned station in step 1 is stored in the preset number
selected in step 3.
• Storing a new station on a used number erases the
previously stored one.
When you unplug the AC power cord or if a power
failure occurs
The preset stations will be erased in a few days. If this happens,
preset the stations again.
Tuning into a Preset Station
1
Press FM/AM.
The unit automatically turns on and
tunes into the previously received
station (either FM or AM).
• Each time you press the button, the
band alternates between FM and AM.
Presetting Stations
You can preset 30 FM and 15 AM stations.
In some cases, test frequencies have been already memorized
for the tuner since the factory examined the tuner preset
function before shipment. This is not a malfunction. You can
preset the stations you want into memory by following the
presetting method.
• There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the
setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 2
again.
2
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Select a preset number.
On the unit:
Turn PRESET + / –.
On the remote control:
Press the number buttons.
Ex.: For preset number 5, press 5.
For preset number 15, press
+10, then 5.
For preset number 20, press
+10, then 10.
For preset number 25, press
+10, +10, then 5.
For preset number 30, press
+10, +10, then 10.
Playing Back Discs—Introduction
Continued
Discs you can play
This unit has been designed to playback discs having the
marks listed below.
Disc Mark Video Region Code
Type (Logo) Format Number*
DVD
Video
Video
CD
Audio
CD
CD-R**
CD-RW**
NTSC
COMPACT
DIGITAL AUDIO
1
ALL
• On some discs, their actual operations may be different
from what is explained in this manual.
• The following discs cannot be played back;
DVD-AUDIO, DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, DVD-R,
DVD-RW, S-VIDEO CD, CD-ROM, CD-I (CD-I Ready),
Photo CD, etc.
Playing back these discs will generate noise and damage
the speakers.
• Continued use of irregular shape discs (heart-shape,
octagonal, etc.) can damage the unit.
* Note on Region Code
DVD players and DVD Video discs have their own Region Code
numbers. This unit only can play back DVD discs recorded with the
color system of NTSC whose Region Code numbers include “1.”
Ex.:
** Note on CD-R and CD-RW
User-edited CD-Rs (CD-Recordable) and CD-RWs (CDRewritable) can be played back only if they are already
“finalized.”
• You can play back your original CD-Rs or CD-RWs
recorded in music CD format. (However, they may not be
played back depending on their characteristics or recording
conditions.)
• Before playing back CD-Rs or CD-RWs, read their
instructions or cautions carefully.
• Some CD-Rs or CD-RWs may not be played back on this
unit because of their disc characteristics, damage or stain
on them, or if the player’s lens is dirty.
• CD-RWs may require a longer readout time. This is caused
by the fact that the reflectance of CD-RWs is lower than for
regular CDs.
IMPORTANT:
Before performing any operations for DVD and VCD, make
sure of the following.
• Check the connection with the TV.
• Turn on the TV and select the correct input on the TV to
view the pictures or on-screen menus/indications on the TV
screen.
If “ ” appears on the screen when pressing a button,
the disc cannot accept an operation you have tried to do.
Disc Structure
DVD
A DVD disc consists of Titles, and 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 it may be further
divided into some chapters.
How sounds are recorded on DVD
The digital audio format used for DVD differs among discs
and it is written on the package or disc itself.
This unit can only reproduce the sound recorded in the
following audio formats:
• Linear PCM—This is the same format used for Audio
CDs and Video CDs.
• Dolby Digital—This is an encoding method for audio
signals. By compressing audio signals, it can record up to
5.1 multichannel signals—the right front channel, left front
channel, center channel, and right rear channel, left rear
channel and LFE signals.
– While playing back a disc encoded with Dolby Digital on
this unit, the DOLBY DIGITAL lamp on the front panel
lights up. (If it has multichannel signals—5.1ch,
Surround mode is automatically activated, and the
SURROUND lamp also lights up. See page 17.)
VCD and CD
A VCD or CD disc consists of Tracks.
In general, each song has its own track number. (On some
discs, each track may also be divided by Indexes.)
When playing back a VCD with the Playback Control (PBC*)
function, you can select what to view using the menu shown
on the TV screen. While operating a VCD using the menu,
some of the functions such as Time Search may not work.
* A VCD recorded with the PBC function has its own menus,
such as a list of the songs of the disc.
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