JVC SP-WA75, XV-THA75R, TH-A75R, SP-XCA75, SP-XSA75 User Manual

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.

DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM

STANDBY

COMPACT

SUPER VIDEO

DIGITAL•EX

PRO LOGIC

DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM

RGB

PHONES

SOURCE

− VOLUME +

RM–STHA75R

DVD CINEMA SYSTEM

CHANNEL/ZOOM

VOLUMETV VOL

TUNING

STOP

DIMMER

PAUSE

FF/

/REW

TV/VIDEO1MUTING

REC

PLAY

DOWN UP

MEMORY

STROBE

DVD

VCR 1

AUDIO

VIDEO/

TV SOUND

ANGLE

FM/AM

SUBTITLE

DECODE

RETURN DIGEST

VFP

TOP MENU

CONTROL

EFFECT

S.WFR

TEST

SLEEP

VCR

SETTING

TV RETURN

ENTER

SCREEN

CHOICE

FM MODE

123

456

789

+10

100+

TV AUDIO

VCR

SOUND

PTY SEARCH

DVD

RDS

TA/NEWS/INFO

PTY( PTY9

RDS DISPLAY

SURROUND

OFF

DSP

CENTER

–

SURR-L

SURR-R

S-BACK

–

ADJUST

O.T.

REPLAY

TH-A75R

Consists of XV-THA75R, SP-WA75, SP-XSA75, and SP-XCA75

SP-XSA75 and SP-XCA75

SP-WA75

XV-THA75R

INSTRUCTIONS

LVT0958-002A

[B]

Warnings, Cautions and Others

IMPORTANT for the U.K.

DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug

fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.

BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted.

If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off ensure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.

If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructions given below:

IMPORTANT. DO NOT make any connection to the terminal which is marked

with the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured green or green-and-yellow.

The wires in the mains lead on this product are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue : Neutral Brown : Live

As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.

The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.

IF IN DOUBT - CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN.

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 –– button!

Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. The button in any position does not disconnect the mains line. 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.

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IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS

REPRODUCTION OF LABELS

1 CLASSIFICATION LABEL, PLACED ON EXTERIOR SURFACE

2 WARNING LABEL, PLACED INSIDE THE UNIT

1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

2. CAUTION: Visible and 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.

Caution: Proper Ventilation

To avoid risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage, locate the apparatus as follows: Front: No obstructions open spacing. Sides: No obstructions in 10 cm from the sides. Top: No obstructions in 15 cm from the top. Back: No obstructions in 20 cm from the back. Bottom: No obstructions, place on the level surface. In addition, maintain the best possible air circulation as illustrated.

Wall or obstructions

Spacing 20 cm or more

XV-THA75R

Front

Stand height 15 cm or more

Floor

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

“SOME DOS AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT”

This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.

Do read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.

Do ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections.

Do consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.

Do be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.

DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any way–switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.

DON’T remove any fixed covers as this may expose dangerous voltages.

DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family know how to do this.

Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people.

DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of traffic safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.

DON’T listen to headphones at high volume as such use can permanently damage your hearing.

DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings.

Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.

DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws — to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.

DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.

ABOVE ALL

— NEVER let anyone, especially children, push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case—this could result in a fatal

electrical shock.

— NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry!

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Table of contents

Introduction ........................................... 2

About this manual ............................................................. 2

Precautions ........................................................................ 2

Checking the supplied accessories ................................. 2

Names of parts and controls .................. 3

Center unit .......................................................................... 3

Remote control................................................................... 4

About discs ............................................ 5

Playable disc types ............................................................ 5

Disc structure ..................................................................... 6

Playback Control function (PBC)

—Only for VCD and SVCD ........................................... 6

Getting started ...................................... 7

Connections ....................................................................... 7

Connecting a TV ................................................................. 7

Connecting the AM (MW) and FM antennas ..................... 8

Connecting the satellite speakers and subwoofer ........... 10

Installing the satellite speakers on the wall ...................... 12

Connecting video components ........................................ 13

Connecting the power cord .............................................. 14

Using the remote control ................................................ 15

Putting batteries in the remote control.............................. 15

Operating the system using the remote control ............... 15

Operating a TV using the remote control ......................... 16

Basic operations .................................. 17

Turning on the system ..................................................... 17

Selecting the source to play ........................................... 17

Adjusting the volume ...................................................... 18

Adjusting the output level of subwoofer ....................... 18

Turning off the sound temporarily ................................. 18

Adjusting the brightness ................................................ 18

Turning off the power with the sleep timer .................... 19

Changing the analog/digital input mode and

decoding mode ........................................................... 19

Storing basic adjustments—auto memory .................... 19

Basic DVD player operations ................ 20

Tuner operations .................................. 22

Tuning in to stations manually ....................................... 22

Using preset tuning ......................................................... 22

Selecting the FM reception mode .................................. 23

Reducing the noise of AM (MW) broadcast ................... 23

Using the RDS (Radio Data System) to receive FM

stations ........................................................................ 24

Searching for a program by PTY codes ......................... 25

Switching to a broadcast program of your choice

temporarily .................................................................. 26

Basic settings ....................................... 28

Operating procedure ....................................................... 28

Setting speaker sizes ...................................................... 28

Selecting the channel number to reproduce

multi-channel digital software.................................. 28

Setting the speaker distance .......................................... 29

Setting the crossover frequency .................................... 29

Setting the phase of subwoofer ..................................... 29

Audio adjustments ............................... 30

Operating procedure ....................................................... 30

Adjusting the tone ........................................................... 30

Setting the level of the low frequency effect attenuator ... 30

Setting the dynamic range .............................................. 30

Reinforcing the bass sound............................................ 30

Setting the subwoofer audio position............................ 30

Adjusting the front speakers balance ............................ 30

Creating realistic sound fields .............. 31

Surround modes .............................................................. 31

DSP modes ....................................................................... 33

Using Surround mode .................................................... 35

Using DSP Mode .............................................................. 35

Adjusting sound .............................................................. 36

DVD player operations ........................ 37

Using the on-screen bar .................................................. 37

Showing the on-screen bar .............................................. 37

Basic operation through the on-screen bar...................... 38

Changing the time information ....................................... 38

Locating a particular scene from the disc menu .......... 39

Locating a particular scene from the DVD menu ............. 39

Locating a particular scene from

the VCD/SVCD menu with PBC .................................. 39

Selecting a view angle ..................................................... 40

Showing all view angles on the TV ................................... 40

Changing the subtitle and audio languages ................. 41

Selecting the subtitle language ........................................ 41

Selecting the audio language .......................................... 41

Selecting the audio channel ............................................. 42

Playing from a particular position .................................. 43

Locating a particular chapter––Chapter search .............. 43

Locating a particular position––Time search ................... 43

Locating a particular scene—DIGEST ............................. 44

Special picture playback ................................................. 45

Frame-by-frame playback ................................................ 45

Showing continuous still pictures ..................................... 45

Playing back in slow-motion ............................................. 46

Zooming in and out .......................................................... 46

Changing the VFP setting ................................................. 47

Playing back in the desired order—Program play ........ 48

Playing back in random order—Random play .............. 48

Repeat play ....................................................................... 49

Repeating title, chapter, or tracks .................................... 49

Repeating a particular portion—A-B repeat ..................... 49

MP3 disc playback .............................. 50

Basic operation ................................................................ 50

Operating through the MP3 CONTROL screen ............. 51

JPEG disc playback .............................. 52

Slide-show ........................................................................ 52

Operating through the JPEG CONTROL screen ........... 53

Using the choice menus........................ 54

Choice menus .................................................................. 54

Configuration of the choice menus .................................. 54

Operation buttons for the choice menus .......................... 54

Basic operating procedure............................................... 55

LANGUAGE menu ............................................................ 56

PICTURE menu ................................................................ 57

AUDIO menu ..................................................................... 58

SPK. SETTING menu ....................................................... 59

OTHERS menu ................................................................ 60

Restricting playback—Parental Lock ............................. 61

Setting Parental Lock........................................................ 61

Changing the setting of Parental Lock ............................. 62

Releasing Parental Lock temporarily ................................ 62

Operating other manufacturers’ VCR ... 64

Maintenance ........................................ 65

Troubleshooting ................................... 66

Glossary .............................................. 69

Specifications ....................................... 70

Introduction

About this manual

This manual mainly explains operations using the buttons and controls on the remote control. You can also use the buttons on the center unit if they have the same or similar names (or marks) as those on the remote control. If operation using the remote control is different from that using the center unit, then it is explained.

• Times given for various operations are for reference only. Actual time will vary somewhat.

• The following marks are used in this manual:

:Special warnings and cautions you need

to know to obtain the best possible performance from the system.

:Specific information and hints you need

to know about the features and procedures.

:Available disc types for the operations

explained in each section. Unavailable disc types are shown in halftone color.

Precautions

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 a journey or otherwise, for an extended period of time, remove the plug from the wall outlet.

Do not block the vents

Blocking the vents may damage the system.

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 benzine, thinner or other organic solvents including disinfectants. These may cause deformation or discoloring.

If water gets inside the system

Turn the system off and remove the plug from the wall outlet, then call the store where you made your purchase. Continuing use of the system in this state may cause a fire or electrical shock.

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 (2.5 watts) is always consumed while the power cord is connected to the wall outlet.

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

To prevent malfunction 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 of the nonstandard shaped discs (like a heart, flower, or credit card, etc.) available on the market.

• Do not use a disc with tape, stickers, or paste on it.

Label sticker

Sticker

About copyright laws

Check the copyright laws in your country before recording from DVD Video (DVD), Super Video CD (SVCD), Video CD (VCD), and Audio CD discs. Recording of copyrighted material may infringe copyright laws.

About the copyguard system

The DVD Video discs are copy-protected. If you connect a VCR between this system and your TV, the copyguard system is activated and the picture may not be played back correctly.

Paste

Checking the supplied accessories

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

Center unit package

• Remote control—RM-STHA75R (1)

• Batteries—R6S (SUM-3)/AA (15F) (2)

• FM antenna (1)

• AM (MW) loop antenna (1)

• Composite video cord (1)

Speaker package

• Speaker cords Approx. 5 m (3) with a mini plug

:For the left front speaker, right front

speaker, and center speaker Approx. 5 m (1) :For the subwoofer Approx. 10 m (3) with a mini plug

:For the left surround speaker, right

surround speaker, and surround back

speaker

• Satellite speakers wall brackets (5)

• Screws for the satellite speakers wall brackets (5)

Names of parts and controls

LINEAR PCM

S.WFR

LFE

DSP

PRO LOGIC DIGITAL EX

MP3

RESUME BASS

SURROUND

TUNED ST AUTO

MUTING

RDS

NEWS

INFO

4 5

4 5 678

9pq

STANDBY

COMPACT

SUPER VIDEO

DIGITAL•EX

PRO LOGIC

DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM

RGB

PHONES

− VOLUME +SOURCE

SURROUND SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK

VCR

RGB Y/C

STB

COAXIAL

AM LOOP

(

STB

)

RIGHT LEFT SPEAKER

VCR IN

AV COMPU LINK-

S-VIDEO

DIGITAL IN

ANTENNA

STB IN OUT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO

RL RL

CENTER

RIGHTSUBWOOFER LEFT SPEAKER

CAUTION:SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 4 16

FM 75

AM EXT

FRONT SPEAKERS

4 5

6 7

See pages in the parentheses for details.

Center unit

Front panel

1 STANDBY lamp (17) 2

(standby/on) button (17)

3 Disc tray (20) 4 0 (open/close) button (20) 5 RGB lamp (7)

Display

1 • LINEAR PCM indicator (19)

• Pro Logic indicators (32) PRO LOGIC, PRO LOGIC II

• Digital signal format indicators (19, 31, 32) DIGITAL, DIGITAL EX , DTS

2 MP3 indicator (50) 3 CH (channel) indicator (23) 4 Main display 5 RESUME indicator (21, 60)

6 7 (stop) button (20, 50, 52, 53) 7 3 (play) button (20, 50, 52, 53) 8 8 (pause) button (20, 45, 50, 52) 9 4 (reverse skip) button (20, 50, 52) p ¢ (forward skip) button (20, 50, 52)

6 Signal (1) and speaker (2) indicators (34) 7 SURROUND indicator (31, 32, 34, 35) 8 DSP indicator (33, 35) 9 Tuner operation indicators (22, 23)

TUNED, ST (stereo), AUTO MUTING

p RDS operation indicators (24, 26)

RDS, TA, NEWS, INFO

q BASS indicator (30)

q SOURCE button (17) w VOLUME +/– buttons (18) e Display (see below) r Remote sensor (15) t PHONES jack (18)

Rear panel

1 Speaker terminals (11)

SUBWOOFER, RIGHT/LEFT FRONT SPEAKERS, CENTER SPEAKER, RIGHT/LEFT SURROUND SPEAKERS, SURROUND BACK SPEAKER

2 Power cord (14) 3 AUDIO IN jacks (13)

VCR, STB

4 DIGITAL IN (STB) terminal (13) 5 ANTENNA terminals (8, 9)

6 AV COMPU LINK-III jacks

(for future use)

7 VIDEO jacks

VCR IN (13), STB IN (13), OUT (7)

8 RGB-Y/C selector (7) 9 AV (SCART) connector (7)

RM–STHA75R

DVD CINEMA SYSTEM

CHANNEL/ZOOM

VOLUMETV VOL

TUNING

STOP

DIMMER

PAUSE

FF/

/REW

TV/VIDEO1MUTING

REC

PLAY

DOWN UP

MEMORY

STROBE

DVD

VCR 1

AUDIO

VIDEO/

TV SOUND

ANGLE

FM/AM

SUBTITLE

DECODE

RETURN DIGEST

VFP

TOP MENU

CONTROL

EFFECT

S.WFR

TEST

SLEEP

VCR

SETTING

TV RETURN

ENTER

SCREEN

CHOICE

FM MODE

123

456

789

+10

100+

TV AUDIO

VCR

SOUND

PTY SEARCH

DVD

RDS

TA/NEWS/INFO

PTY( PTY9

RDS DISPLAY

SURROUND

OFF

DSP

CENTER

–

SURR-L

SURR-R

S-BACK

–

ADJUST

O.T.

REPLAY

1 2 3 4

p q

w e

i o ; a

Names of parts and controls

Remote control

1 Source selecting buttons (17)

VIDEO/TV SOUND, FM/AM, DVD

2 AUDIO button (41, 42) 3 ANGLE button (40) 4 TOP MENU button (39) 5 MENU button (39, 53) 6 Surround and DSP operation buttons

SURROUND (20, 35), DSP (20, 35), OFF (35)

7 CONTROL buttons

VCR (64), TV (16)

8 SLEEP button (19) 9 • SETTING button (28)

• ADJUST button (30)

p ON SCREEN button (37, 38) q • ENTER button (38, 51, 53)

• Cursor 3/2/∞/5 buttons (28, 30, 38, 50 – 53)

• RDS operation buttons (25, 26)

PTY 9, PTY (, TA/NEWS/INFO, PTY SEARCH

• Choice menu operation buttons (54, 61, 62)

w • CHOICE button (54, 61, 62)

• RDS DISPLAY button (24)

e • CHANNEL +/– buttons (16, 64)

• ZOOM +/– buttons (46, 53)

r TV VOL (volume) +/– buttons (16) t TV/VIDEO button (16) y • Disc Operation buttons (20, 39, 44, 45, 46, 50, 52, 53, 64)

1, ¡, 4/REW, PLAY, FF/¢, O.T. (one touch) REPLAY, STOP, PAUSE

• TUNING UP/DOWN buttons (22)

• ÷ REC button (64)

• MEMORY button (22, 23)

• STROBE button (45)

u DIMMER button (18) i TV o AUDIO ; VCR

button (16)

button (17)

button (64)

a DECODE button (19) s SUBTITLE button (41) d DIGEST button (44) f RETURN button (39) g SOUND button (18, 36) h • Number buttons (16, 21, 23, 39, 43, 48, 61, 62, 64)

• Sound setting buttons (18, 36) S.WFR +/–, CENTER +/–, SURR-L +/–, S-BACK +/–, SURR-R +/–

• EFFECT button (36)

• TEST button (36)

• TV RETURN button (16)

• FM MODE button (23)

j Remote control mode selector (17, 24) k VFP button (47) l VOLUME +/– buttons (18) / MUTING button (18)

About discs

COMPACT

DIGITAL AUDIO

Playable disc types

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

DVD Video (DVD), Video CD (VCD), Super Video CD (SVCD), Audio CD, CD-R, and CD-RW

• This system can also play back MP3 and JPEG files recorded on CD-Rs and CD-RWs. For in-depth information about MP3, see “MP3 disc playback” on page 50, and for JPEG, see “JPEG disc playback” on page 52.

• Finalized DVD-R discs recorded with the DVD VIDEO format can be played back. However, some discs may not be played back because of the disc characteristics or recording conditions.

Discs you can play:

Disc Mark Video Region Code Type (Logo) Format Number*

DVD Video

(DVD) ALL

Video CD

(VCD)

PAL

PAL ——

• On some DVD, VCD, or SVCD discs, the actual operations may be different from what is explained in this manual. This is due to the disc programming and disc structure, and this is not a malfunction of this system.

• Notes on CD-R and CD-RW

– User-edited CD-Rs (Recordable) and CD-RWs

(Rewritable) can be played back only if they are already “finalized.”

– The system can play back CD-Rs or CD-RWs recorded on

a personal computer if they have been recorded in the Audio CD format. The system can also play back CD-Rs or CD-RWs if MP3 tracks (files) or JPEG files are recorded on them. Note that the configuration and characteristics of an MP3 disc or a JPEG disc is determined by the writing (encoding) software and hardware used for recording. Therefore, due to the software and hardware used, the following symptoms may occur:

• Some discs may not be played back at all.

• Some tracks (files) on an MP3 disc are skipped and may not be played back normally.

• Some files on a JPEG disc may be distorted during playback.

– Before playing back CD-Rs or CD-RWs, read their

instructions or cautions carefully.

– CD-RWs may require a longer read-out time. This is

caused by the fact that the reflectance of CD-RWs is lower than for regular CDs.

Super Video CD

(SVCD)

Audio CD —— ——

CD-R —— ——

CD-RW —— ——

* Note on Region Code

DVD players and DVDs have their own Region Code numbers. This system can play back only DVDs recorded in the PAL color system whose Region Code numbers include “2.”

Ex.:

If a DVD with the improper Region Code numbers is loaded, “REGION CODE ERROR” appears on the display and playback cannot start.

PAL ——

7 About MP3 discs

This system can play MP3 files recorded on a CD-R or CD-RW. We call such a disc “MP3 disc” in this manual. MP3 is an abbreviation of Motion Picture Experts Group 1 (or MPEG-1) Audio Layer 3. MP3 is simply a file format with a data compression. By using MP3 format, one CD-R or CDRW can contain 10 times as much data volume as a regular CD can. This system simplifies the hierarchical construction of a disc and calls files and folders as “tracks” and “groups.”

7 About JPEG discs

This system can play JPEG files such as digital photographs recorded on a CD-R or CD-RW. We call such a disc “JPEG disc” in this manual. JPEG is a still-picture data compression system proposed by Joint Photographic Expert Group, which features small decrease in image quality in spite of its high compression ratio. This system simplifies the hierarchical construction of a disc and calls folders as “groups.”

• The following disc types cannot be played back: DVD Audio, DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, CD-ROM, CD-I (CD-I Ready), Photo CD, etc. Playing back these discs will generate noise and damage the speakers.

Title 1

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Title 2

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Track 1

Track 2 Track 3

Track 4 Track 5

Group 2

Group 1

Group 3

Group 4 Group 5

Track 1

Track 2

Group 2

Group 1

Group 3

Group 4 Group 5

File 1

File 2

About discs

Disc structure

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 chapters.

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

On an MP3 disc, each song is recorded as a track (file). Tracks are usually grouped into a group (folder). Groups can also include other groups, creating hierarchical group layers. This system can recognize up to 150 tracks per group, and up to 99 groups per disc (up to 14,850 tracks).

• If there is any type of files other than MP3 files in a folder, those files are also counted in the total number of 150.

Playback Control function (PBC) —Only for VCD and SVCD

The Playback Control function allows you to enjoy menudriven operation and high-resolution still images with a resolution four times greater than moving pictures.

• High-resolution still image display

You can display high-quality images which are four times clearer than moving pictures.

• Menu-driven playback

A selection menu is displayed when you start playing a VCD or SVCD disc with the Playback Control function. The selection menu shows a list of numbers to pick from. Some discs may show moving pictures or a divided screen. You can interact with the screen using a menu display to select and play an entry. The illustration below shows the basic features of menu driven playback. See page 39 for details about using the menu.

On a JPEG disc, each still picture is recorded as a file. Files are usually grouped into a group (folder). Groups can also include another groups, creating hierarchical folder layers. This system can recognize up to 150 files per group, and up to 99 groups per disc (up to 14,850 files).

• If there is any type of files other than JPEG files in a folder, those files are also counted in the total number of 150.

NOTE:

While operating a VCD or SVCD using the menu, some of the functions, such as repeat play, may not work.

IMPORTANT:

Before playing a disc, make sure of the following....

• Check the connection with the TV.

• Turn on the TV and select the correct input mode on the TV to view the pictures or on-screen information on the TV screen.

If appears on the TV screen when pressing a

button, the disc cannot accept an operation you have

tried to do, or information required for that operation is not recorded on the disc. NOTICE: In some cases, without showing , operations will not be accepted.

Getting started

VCR

RGB Y/C

STB

COAXIAL

AM LOOP

(

STB

)

VCR IN

AV COMPU LINK-

S-VIDEO

DIGITAL IN

ANTENNA

STB IN OUT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO

RL RL

FM 75

AM EXT

RGB

VCR

Y/C

STB

COAXIAL

AM LOOP

(

STB

)

VCR IN

AV COMPU LINK-

S-VIDEO

DIGITAL IN

ANTENNA

STB IN OUT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO

RL RL

FM 75

AM EXT

VCR

RGB Y/C

STB

COAXIAL

AM LOOP

(

STB

)

VCR IN

S-VIDEO

DIGITAL IN

ANTENNA

STB IN OUT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO

RL RL

FM 75

AM EXT

RGB Y/C

Connections

• Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections have been made.

• Since different components often have different terminal names, carefully read the instructions supplied with the component you are going to connect.

Connecting a TV

To view pictures and on-screen displays, connect a TV to the center unit.

• Distortion of picture may occur when connecting to a TV through a VCR, or to a TV with a built-in VCR.

• You need to set “MONITOR TYPE” on the PICTURE menu correctly according to the aspect ratio of your TV. See page 57.

7 To connect a TV without using the AV (SCART) connector

Connect a TV using one of the following.

• Connecting through the S-video jacks will produce a better picture quality.

• Through the S- video jacks • Through the composite video jacks

Match the ∞ mark on the plug to the one on the center unit.

S-video cord (not supplied)

To S-video input

7 To connect a TV through the AV (SCART) connectors

SCART cable (not supplied)

Set the RGB-Y/C selector correctly according to your TV. – If the TV accommodates the RGB video signal, set the RGB-Y/C selector to

“RGB” so that you can enjoy better-quality pictures. The RGB lamp on the center unit lights up.

– If the TV accommodates the S-video signal, set the RGB-Y/C selector to

“Y/C.”

Composite video cord (supplied)

To composite video input

To SCART connector*

NOTES:

• When the RGB-Y/C selector is set to “RGB,” correct video signal does not come out from the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the rear panel.

• Whether the RGB-Y/C selector is set to “RGB” or “Y/C,” the composite video signal always comes out from the VIDEO OUT jack.

Some SCART connectors don’t output audio signal. Use a SCART connector outputting audio signal when you enjoy the TV sound through this system.

SURROUND SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK

VCR

RGB Y/C

STB

COAXIAL

AM LOOP

(

STB

)

RIGHT LEFT SPEAKER

VCR IN

AV COMPU LINK-

S-VIDEO

DIGITAL IN

ANTENNA

STB IN OUT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO

RL RL

CENTER

RIGHTSUBWOOFER LEFT SPEAKER

CAUTION:SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 4 16

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AM EXT

FRONT SPEAKERS

Getting started

Connecting the AM (MW) and FM antennas

• Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any other terminals, connecting cords, and power cords. This could cause poor reception.

7 AM (MW) loop antenna

Setting up AM (MW) loop antenna

Attach the AM (MW) loop to its base by snapping the tabs on the loop into the slot in the base.

If the antenna cord is covered with vinyl, remove the vinyl by twisting it as shown.

Single vinyl-covered wire (not supplied)

If reception is poor:

Connect a single vinyl-covered

AM (MW) loop antenna

wire to the AM EXT terminal while keeping the AM (MW) loop antenna connected.

Wire

Connecting AM (MW) loop antenna

Press and hold the terminal clamp.

Insert the antenna cord.

Release your finger from the clamp.

• Turn the loop until you have the best reception.

SURROUND SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK

VCR

RGB Y/C

STB

COAXIAL

AM LOOP

(

STB

)

RIGHT LEFT SPEAKER

VCR IN

AV COMPU LINK-

S-VIDEO

DIGITAL IN

ANTENNA

STB IN OUT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO

RL RL

CENTER

RIGHTSUBWOOFER LEFT SPEAKER

CAUTION:SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 4 16

FM 75

AM EXT

FRONT SPEAKERS

7 FM antenna

Connecting the supplied FM antenna

Extend the supplied FM antenna horizontally.

If reception is poor:

Connect an outdoor FM antenna

Outdoor FM antenna (not supplied)

with the standard type (coaxial) connecter.

Outdoor FM antenna cord (not supplied)

NOTES:

• Disconnect the supplied FM antenna before attaching a 75 Ω coaxial connector (the kind with a round wire going to an outdoor antenna).

• We recommend that you use a coaxial cable (not supplied) to the FM antenna, since it is well-shielded against interference.

Getting started

Right front speaker

Left front speaker

Surround back speaker

Left surround speaker

Right surround speaker

Center unit

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Center speaker

Subwoofer

Connecting the satellite speakers and subwoofer

Connect the supplied satellite speakers and subwoofer.

Speaker layout diagram

When placing the speakers, to obtain the best possible sound, you need to place all satellite speakers at the same distance from the listening position with the front of each speaker faced toward the listener.

When you cannot place them at the same distance from the listening position, you can make adjustment as if those speakers are placed at the best position. See pages 29 and 59.

• Place the subwoofer on the front right side of the television. If you place the subwoofer on the left side of the television, the screen color on the television may be distorted.

NOTES:

• Although the satellite speakers and the subwoofer are magnetically shielded, the TV screen may be affected. In this case, place the speakers at least 10 cm away from the TV.

• For safety reasons, always ensure sufficient space behind the subwoofer.

• When you place the satellite speakers on a relatively high position, such as on the top of your bookshelf, place them on a flat and level

surface.

7 Before connecting the speaker cord

7 Inserting the speaker cord into the

speaker terminals

If the speaker cord is covered with vinyl, remove the vinyl by twisting it as shown to the right.

1 Press and hold the

terminal clamp.

2 Insert a speaker cord.

3 Release your finger

from the terminal clamp.

CAUTION:

SURROUND SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK

RIGHT LEFT SPEAKER

CENTER

RIGHTSUBWOOFER LEFT SPEAKER

CAUTION:SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 4 16

FRONT SPEAKERS

• When you do not use the supplied speakers but connect other (larger) speakers, use the speakers with the SPEAKER IMPEDANCE indicated by the speaker terminals on the rear panel of the center unit.

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

Satellite speakers:

1 Insert mini plugs on the speaker cords into the jacks on the rear of each speaker. 2 Connect the white cord to the red (+) terminal and the black cord to the black (–) terminals.

Left surround

speaker

Left front speaker

Right front speaker

Center speaker

Right surround speaker

If the speaker cord is covered with vinyl,

Subwoofer

remove the vinyl by twisting it as shown to the right.

Surround back

speaker

Subwoofer: Connect the white cord to the red (+) terminal and the black cord to the

black (–) terminals.

NOTES:

• The grills for the satellite speakers are removable. Do not apply any force to the satellite speaker grills to prevent damaging them.

• The grill for the subwoofer is not removable.

Getting started

Installing the satellite speakers on the wall

Using the supplied satellite speaker wall brackets, you can fix the surround speakers on the wall.

CAUTION:

When attaching the brackets on the wall, have them attached on the wall by a qualified person. DO NOT attach the brackets on the wall by yourself to avoid an unexpected damage due to their falling from the wall, caused by incorrect attachment or weakness of the wall.

Location of attachment to the wall:

Take care when selecting a location for attaching the surround speakers on the wall. Injury to personnel or damage to equipment may result if the speakers are attached in a location which interferes with daily activities.

Attaching speakers to the brackets

1 Attach the brackets to the surround speakers

using the supplied screws.

2 Adjust the angle of the speakers.

Loosen the screw slightly, make an adjustment, and then tighten the screw firmly.

CAUTION:

Failures to tighten the screws firmly may cause injury to personnel or damage to the components.

RGB YC

AV COMPU LINK-

S-VIDEO

SURROUND SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK

VCR STB

COAXIAL

AM LOOP

(

STB

)

RIGHT LEFT SPEAKER

VCR IN

DIGITAL IN

ANTENNA

STB IN OUT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO

RL RL

CENTER

RIGHTSUBWOOFER LEFT SPEAKER

CAUTION:SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 4 16

FM 75

AM EXT

FRONT SPEAKERS

Audio cord

To audio output

To S-video output

S-video cord

Composite video cord

composite

video output

Audio connection

Video connection

VCR

RGB Y/C

RGB YC

AV COMPU LINK-

S-VIDEO

SURROUND SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK

VCR STB

COAXIAL

AM LOOP

(

STB

)

RIGHT LEFT SPEAKER

VCR IN

DIGITAL IN

ANTENNA

STB IN OUT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO

RL RL

MPEDANCE 4 16

FM 75

AM EXT

Audio

cord

audio

output

To S-video output

S-video cord

Composite video cord

composite

video output

Video connection

STB (Set Top Box)

Optical digital cord

To optical digital output

Audio connection

RGB Y/C

Connecting video components

You can enjoy the picture and sound from VCR and Set Top Box (STB) through the system.

7 VCR connection

Connect between video jacks.

Connect S-video cord by matching the ∞ mark on the plug to the one on the center unit.

Connect between audio jacks.

Connect the white plug to the left audio jack (“L”), the red to the right audio jack (“R”).

7 STB connection

• Signal input through the S-video jacks is output from both the composite video jacks and S-video jacks, however signal input through the

• When connecting through both the composite video jacks and S-video jacks, S-video signal is selected as the video signal.

Connect between video jacks.

Connect S-video cord by matching the ∞ mark on the plug to the one on the center unit.

NOTES:

composite video jacks is not output from the S-Video jacks.

Before connecting a optical digital cord, unplug the protective plug.

2 Connect between

audio jacks or optical digital terminals.

Connect the white plug to the left audio jack (“L”), the red to the right audio jack (“R”).

• Connecting through optical digital terminals gives you better sound.

SURROUND SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK

VCR

RGB Y/C

STB

COAXIAL

AM LOOP

(

STB

)

RIGHT LEFT SPEAKER

VCR IN

AV COMPU LINK-

S-VIDEO

DIGITAL IN

ANTENNA

STB IN OUT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO

RL RL

CENTER

RIGHTSUBWOOFER LEFT SPEAKER

CAUTION:SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 4 16

FM 75

AM EXT

FRONT SPEAKERS

Getting started

Connecting the power cord

Make sure that all connections have been made before plugging the power cord.

Power cord

Plug into AC outlet.

CAUTIONS:

• Disconnect the power cord before cleaning or moving the system.

• 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:

• Keep the power cord away from the connecting cords. The power cord may cause noise or screen interference.

• The preset settings such as preset stations, and sound adjustment may be erased within a few days in the following cases: – When you unplug the power cord. – When a power failure occurs.

Using the remote control

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Putting batteries in the remote control

Before using the remote control, put in two supplied batteries first.

1 On the back of the remote control, remove the battery cover. 2 Insert batteries.

• Make sure to match the polarity: (+) to (+) and (–) to (–).

3 Replace the cover.

If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases, replace the batteries. Use two R6S (SUM-3)/AA (15F) type drycell batteries.

CAUTION:

Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking batteries:

• Place batteries in the remote control so they match the polarity: (+) to (+) and (–) 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.

Operating the system using the remote control

Aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the center unit. The effective distance between the remote control and the remote sensor on the center unit is about 7 m.

• You can also operate other components using the remote control. – To operate your TV, see page 16. – To operate your VCR, see page 64. To control other components, aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on each target component. Refer also to their instruction manuals.

• To operate the remote control properly, do not hide the remote sensor by placing any obstruction.

Remote sensor

RM–STHA75R

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CHANNEL/ZOOM

VOLUMETV VOL

TUNING

STOP

DIMMER

PAUSE

FF/

/REW

TV/VIDEO1MUTING

REC

PLAY

DOWN UP

MEMORY

STROBE

DVD

VCR 1

AUDIO

VIDEO/

TV SOUND

ANGLE

FM/AM

SUBTITLE

DECODE

RETURN DIGEST

VFP

TOP MENU

CONTROL

EFFECT

S.WFR

TEST

SLEEP

VCR

SETTING

TV RETURN

ENTER

SCREEN

CHOICE

FM MODE

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SURROUND

OFF

DSP

CENTER

–

SURR-L

SURR-R

S-BACK

–

ADJUST

O.T.

REPLAY

Getting started

Operating a TV using the remote control

You can operate your TV using the remote control.

• Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV.

Set the remote control mode selector to “DVD.”

7 Setting the transmittable signal for your

You can operate a JVC TV without setting the remote control signal setting.

1 Set the remote control mode selector to

“DVD.”

2 Press and hold TV .

• Keep it pressed up to step 5.

3 Press TV CONTROL.

4 Press the number buttons (1-9, 0) to enter a

manufacturer’s code (2 digit).

See the list below to find the codes. Ex: For a Sanyo TV, press 0, then 5.

For a Toshiba TV, press 2, then 9.

5 Release TV .

6 Try to operate your TV by pressing TV .

When your TV turns on or off, you have entered the correct code. If more than one code is listed for your brand of TV, try each one until you enter the correct one.

Manufacturers’ codes for TV

Manufacturer Code

JVC 01 Akai 02, 05 Blaupunkt 03 Daewoo 10, 31, 32 Fenner 04, 31, 32 Fisher 05 Grundig 06 Hitachi 07, 08 Inno-Hit 09 Irradio 02, 05 Magnavox 10 Mitsubishi 11, 33 Miver 03 Nokia 12, 34

After setting transmittable signals, you can use the following buttons for the TV operations.

:Turns the TV on and off.

TV VOL +/– :Adjusts the volume. TV/VIDEO :Selects the input mode (either TV or VIDEO).

After pressing TV CONTROL:

CHANNEL +/– :Changes the channels. 1-10, 0, +10 (100+) :Selects the channel.

Ex.:

• For channel number 3, press 3.

• For channel number 24, press +10, +10, then 4.

• For channel number 123, press 100+, +10, +10 then 3.

TV RETURN :Alternates between the previously

selected channel and the current channel.

Manufacturer Code

Nordmende 13, 14, 18, 26 – 28 Okano 09 Orion 15 Panasonic 16, 17 Philips 10 Saba 13, 14, 18, 26 – 28 Samsung 10, 19, 32 Sanyo 05 Schneider 02, 05 Sharp 20 Sony 21 – 25 Telefunken 13, 14, 18, 26 – 28 Thomson 13, 14, 18, 26 – 28, 30 Toshiba 29

* Manufacturers’ codes

are subject to change without notice. If they are changed, this remote control cannot operate the equipment.

Basic operations

S.WFR

TUNED

RM–STHA75R

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CHANNEL/ZOOM

VOLUMETV VOL

TUNING

STOP

DIMMER

PAUSE

FF/

/REW

TV/VIDEO1MUTING

REC

PLAY

DOWN UP

MEMORY

STROBE

DVD

VCR 1

AUDIO

VIDEO/

TV SOUND

ANGLE

FM/AM

SUBTITLE

DECODE

RETURN DIGEST

VFP

TOP MENU

CONTROL

EFFECT

S.WFR

TEST

SLEEP

VCR

SETTING

TV RETURN

ENTER

SCREEN

CHOICE

FM MODE

123

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TV AUDIO

VCR

SOUND

PTY SEARCH

DVD

RDS

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SURROUND

OFF

DSP

CENTER

–

SURR-L

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This section mainly explains common basic operations.

• Turn on your TV and select the correct input mode on the TV if necessary.

Set the remote control mode selector to “DVD.”

NOTES:

• A small amount of power is consumed even though the power is turned off (standby mode). Remove the power cord from the AC outlet to turn off the power supply completely.

• The STANDBY lamp continues to light up for a while after unplugging the power cord. This is not a malfunction of the system.

Selecting the source to play

From the remote control:

Press one of the source selecting buttons (DVD, FM/AM or VIDEO/TV SOUND).

DVD :Select the DVD player. FM/AM :Select an FM or AM (MW) broadcast.

• Each time you press the button, the band alternates between FM and AM (MW).

VIDEO/TV SOUND:Select a VCR connected to the VCR IN

jacks, STB connected to the STB IN jacks or TV sound*.

• Each time you press the button, the source changes as follows.

VCR ] STB (STB DIGITAL) ] TV SOUND* ] (back to the beginning)

Turning on the system

Press AUDIO on the remote control or

(standby/on) on the center unit.

The STANDBY lamp goes off and the last selected source activates.

• Pressing 0 on the center unit or one of the source selecting

buttons on the remote control also turns on the system.

To turn off the system

Press AUDIO on the remote control or (standby/on) on the center unit again.

The STANDBY lamp lights up.

On the center unit:

Press SOURCE repeatedly.

Each time you press the button, the source changes as follows.

DVD ] AM ] FM ] VCR ] STB (STB DIGITAL) ] TV SOUND* ] (back to the beginning)

Ex.: When “AM” is selected.

NOTE:

“TV SOUND” can be selected only when connecting your TV using SCART cable outputting audio signal (see page 7).

S.WFR

Basic operations

CHANNEL/ZOOM

VOLUMETV VOL

TUNING

STOP

DIMMER

PAUSE

FF/

/REW

TV/VIDEO1MUTING

REC

PLAY

DOWN UP

MEMORY

STROBE

AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE

DECODE

RETURN DIGEST

VFP

TOP MENU

CONTROL

EFFECT

S.WFR

TEST

SLEEP

VCR

SETTING

TV RETURN

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SCREEN

CHOICE

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O.T.

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CAUTION:

Be sure to turn down the volume:

• Before connecting or putting on headphones, as high volume can damage both the headphones and your hearing.

• Before removing headphones, as high volume may output from the speakers.

Adjusting the output level of subwoofer

Set the remote control mode selector to “DVD.”

Adjusting the volume

You can adjust the volume level within the range of “0” (minimum) to “70” (maximum).

Press VOLUME +/–.

• Press + to increase the volume.

• Press – to decrease the volume. The volume level appears on the display.

CAUTION:

Always set the volume to the minimum before starting any source. If the volume is set at its high level, the sudden blast of sound energy can permanently damage your hearing and/or ruin your speakers.

7 Listening with headphones

Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack on the center unit

31 to 33) currently selected, deactivates speakers, and activates the HEADPHONE mode.

• Disconnecting a pair of headphones from the PHONES jack cancels the HEADPHONE mode and activates speakers and previously selected Surround/DSP mode.

HEADPHONE mode

When using the headphones, the following signals are transmitted regardless of your speaker setting: —For 2 channel sources, the front left and right channel

signals are output directly from the left and right headphones.

—For multi-channel sources, the front left and right,

center and surround channel signals are down-mixed and then output from the headphones. You can enjoy down-mixed multi-channel sound source using the headphones.

This cancels the Surround/DSP mode (see pages

You can adjust the output level of the subwoofer. Once you have adjusted the output level of the subwoofer, the adjustment is memorized for each source. You can also adjust the output level using the on-screen menu (see page 59).

From the remote control ONLY:

1 Press SOUND.

2 Press S.WFR +/– to adjust the output level

of the subwoofer (–10 dB to +10 dB).

Turning off the sound temporarily

From the remote control ONLY:

Press MUTING.

“MUTING” appears on the display and the volume turns off.

To restore the sound

Press MUTING again.

• Pressing VOLUME +/– also restores the sound.

Adjusting the brightness

You can dim the indications on the display.

From the remote control ONLY:

Press DIMMER.

Each time you press the button, the brightness level changes as follows.

OFF ] DIMMER 1 ] DIMMER 2 ] (back to the beginning)

DIMMER 1 :Dims the display and the blue light on the

both sides of the display.

DIMMER 2 :Dims the display and turns off the blue

light on the both sides of the display.

OFF :Lights up the display and the blue light

on the both sides of the display.

Turning off the power with the

S.WFR

sleep timer

Using the sleep timer, you can fall asleep while listening to music.

From the remote control ONLY:

Press SLEEP.

Each time you press the button, the shut-off time changes as follows:

0min (cancelled) ] 10min (minutes) ] 20min ] 30min ] 60min ] 90min ] 120min ] 150min ]

(back to the beginning)

Ex.: When “150min” is selected.

When STB is selected as the source:

ANALOG ] AUTO/PCM ] DOLBY D ] DTS ]

(back to the beginning)

• When you want to hear digital sound reproduced, connect the center unit and the component through the optical digital terminals.

ANALOG :Select when the STB is connected to AUDIO

IN jacks.

For Digital Connection

AUTO/PCM :Normally select this for the digital input mode.

The system automatically detects the incoming signals.

DOLBY D :Select when playing software encoded with

Dolby Digital or Dolby Digital EX.

DTS :Select when playing software encoded with

DTS Digital Surround or DTS-ES.

To check the remaining time until the shut-off time

Press SLEEP once. The remaining time until the shut-off time appears on the display for a while.

To change the remaining time until the shut-off time

Press SLEEP repeatedly to change the shut off time.

• Each time you press the button, the shut-off time changes.

To cancel the sleep timer

Press SLEEP repeatedly until “0min” appears on the display window.

• Turning off the power also cancels the sleep timer.

NOTES:

• When DVD is selected as the source to play, this system can also turn off automatically if playback is not restarted within the time you have specified (Auto Standby). See page 60.

• If the shut-off time set by Auto Standby comes earlier than the one set by the sleep timer, Auto Standby takes effect.

Changing the analog/digital input mode and decoding mode

When playing software encoded with Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround, the following symptoms may occur:

• Sound does not come out at the beginning of playback.

• Noise comes out while chapters or tracks are being

searched for or skipped over.

To fix these problems, set the correct decoding mode.

From the remote control ONLY:

Press DECODE to select the digital input mode when DVD or STB is selected as the source.

Each time you press the button, the input mode changes as follow.

When DVD is selected as the source:

AUTO/PCM ] DOLBY D ] DTS ] (back to the beginning)

The following are the digital signal indicators on the display to indicate what type of signal comes into the system (see also page 34).

LINEAR PCM :Lights when Linear PCM signal comes in.

DIGITAL EX :Lights when Dolby Digital EX signal

comes in.

DIGITAL :•Lights when Dolby Digital signal comes

in.

•Flashes when “DOLBY D” is selected for software not encoded with Dolby Digital.

:•Lights when DTS or DTS-ES signal

comes in.

•Flashes when “DTS” is selected for software not encoded with DTS.

NOTES for the digital input mode:

• If the incoming signal cannot be recognized when selecting “AUTO/PCM,” no digital signal indicators light up on the display.

• Turning off the system or changing the source returns the input mode to “AUTO/PCM” automatically.

Storing basic adjustments— auto memory

This system stores sound settings for each source:

• When you turn off the power, and

• When you change the source

The following can be stored:

• The adjustment for the front speakers—balance, bass, and treble (see pages 30 and 58)

• Low frequency effect attenuator (see pages 30 and 58)

• Subwoofer audio position (see page 30)

• Speaker and subwoofer output level (see pages 18, 36

and 59)*

• Bass boost setting (see page 30)*

• Surround and DSP modes selection (see page 35)*

• DSP effect level (see page 36)*

NOTE:

For the items marked source including FM and AM (MW).

“*,”

you can assign a different setting for each

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