JVC SP-THS3F, XV-THS3, SP-WS3 User Manual

DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM
TH-S3
Consists of XV-THS3, SP-WS3, and SP-THS3F
INSTRUCTIONS
GVT0133-008A
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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! (XV-THS3)
Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely (the STANDBY lamp goes off). The button in any position does not disconnect the mains line.
• When the system is on standby, the STANDBY lamp lights red.
• When the system is turned on, the STANDBY lamp goes off.
The power can be remote controlled.
CAUTION
• Do not block the ventilation openings or holes. (If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to get out.)
• Do not place any naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.
• When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.
• Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS
1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
2.
CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user
serviceable parts inside the unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel.
3.
CAUTION: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open and
interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam.
4. REPRODUCTION OF LABEL: CAUTION LABEL, PLACED INSIDE THE UNIT.
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Caution: Proper Ventilation
To avoid risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage, place the apparatus on a level surface. The minimal clearances are shown below:
Front view
Side view
Wall or
obstructions
XV-THS3
3 cm 3 cm
8 cm
15 cm
Front
No obstructions
XV-THS3
Wall or obstructions
10 cm
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 cover 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
Notes on handling .................................................................2
Supplied accessories ............................................................2
About discs ..................................... 3
Playable disc types ...............................................................3
Index of parts and controls ............ 5
Connections .................................... 7
Connecting the FM and AM (MW) antennas .........................7
Connecting the satellite (front, center, surround) speakers and
the subwoofer ......................................................................... 8
Speaker layout ......................................................................9
Connecting a TV ....................................................................9
Connecting to an analog component ...................................10
Connecting to a digital component .....................................10
Connecting the power cord .................................................10
Operating external components with
the remote control ........................ 11
Operating the TV .................................................................11
Operating the VCR ..............................................................12
Basic operations ........................... 13
Turning the system on/off ...................................................13
Selecting the source to play ................................................14
Adjusting the volume [VOLUME] ........................................14
Listening with headphones (not supplied) ..........................14
Turning off the sound temporarily [MUTING] .....................14
Adjusting the brightness of the indications [DIMMER] .......14
Sleep Timer [SLEEP] ...........................................................15
Adjusting the output level of the subwoofer and center/
surround speakers [S.WFR, CENTER, L-SURR.-R] .............15
Adjusting the treble sound [TREBLE] ..................................15
Changing the scan mode ....................................................15
Playback ........................................ 16
Basic playback ....................................................................16
One Touch Replay ...............................................................18
Fast-forward/fast-reverse search ........................................18
Skip to the beginning of a desired selection .......................18
Locating a desired title/group using number buttons .........19
Playing back a bonus group ................................................19
Advanced operations .................... 20
Using the surround mode ...................................................20
Using the on-screen bar .....................................................21
Playing from a specified position on a disc .........................23
Using the file control display ..............................................24
Resume Playback ...............................................................25
Selecting a view angle .........................................................25
Selecting the subtitle ..........................................................25
Selecting the audio .............................................................26
Special picture playback .....................................................26
Program Playback ...............................................................28
Random Playback ...............................................................28
Repeat Playback .................................................................29
Tray lock .............................................................................30
Sound and other settings ....................................................30
Setting DVD preferences .............. 31
Using the setup menus .......................................................31
Menu description ................................................................31
Tuner operations ........................... 35
Manual tuning .....................................................................35
Preset tuning ......................................................................35
Selecting the FM reception mode ........................................36
Using the RDS (Radio Data System) when receiving FM
stations ...............................................................................36
References .................................... 39
Maintenance .......................................................................39
Troubleshooting ..................................................................39
Specifications .....................................................................40
1
Introduction
Notes on handling
7 Important cautions
Installation of the system
• Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold; between 5°C and 35°C.
• Leave sufficient distance between the system and the TV.
• Do not use the system in a place subject to vibration.
Power cord
• Do not handle the power cord with wet hands!
• A small amount of power is always consumed while the power cord is connected to the wall outlet.
• When unplugging the power cord from the wall outlet, always pull on the plug, not the power cord.
To prevent malfunctions of the system
• There are no user-serviceable parts inside. If anything goes wrong, unplug the power cord and consult your dealer.
• Do not insert any metallic object into the system.
• Do not use any non-standard shape disc (like a heart, flower or credit card, etc.) available on the market, because it may damage the system.
• Do not use a disc with tape, stickers, or paste on it, because it may damage the system.
7 Safety precautions
Avoid moisture, water and dust
Do not place the system in moist or dusty places.
Avoid high temperatures
Do not expose the system to direct sunlight and do not place it near a heating device.
When you are away
When away on travel or for other reasons for an extended period of time, disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet.
Do not block the vents
Blocking the vents may damage the system.
Care of the cabinet
When cleaning the system, use a soft cloth and follow the relevant instructions on the use of chemically-coated cloths. Do not use benzene, thinner or other organic solvents including disinfectants. These may cause deformation or discoloring.
If water gets inside the system
Turn the system off and disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet, then call the store where you made your purchase. Using the system in this condition may cause fire or electrical shock.
Label sticker
Sticker
Paste
Note about copyright laws
Check the copyright laws in your country before recording from the discs. Recording of copyrighted material may infringe copyright laws.
Note about copyguard system
The discs are protected by copyguard system. When you connect the system to your VCR directly, the copyguard system activates and the picture may not be played back correctly.
Supplied accessories
Check to be sure you have all of the supplied accessories. The number in parentheses is the quantity of the pieces supplied. If anything is missing, contact your dealer immediately.
• Remote control (1)
• Batteries (2)
•FM antenna (1)
• AM loop antenna (1)
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About discs
Playable disc types
This system has been designed to play back the following discs: DVD VIDEO, DVD AUDIO, Video CD (VCD), Super Video CD (SVCD), Audio CD (CD), CD-R and CD-RW.
• This system accommodates the PAL system, and also can play discs recorded with NTSC system. Note that an NTSC video signal on a disc is converted to the PAL60 signal and output.
• This system can also play finalized DVD-R/-RWs recorded in DVD VIDEO format. However, some discs may not be played because of their disc characteristics or recording conditions.
Discs you can play:
DVD VIDEO Audio CD
DVD AUDIO CD-R
VCD CD-RW
Region code of DVD VIDEO
DVD VIDEO players and DVD VIDEO discs have their own Region Code numbers. This system can play back DVD VIDEO discs whose Region Code numbers include the system’s Region Code, which is indicated on the rear panel.
Example of playable DVD:
If a DVD with an improper Region Code number is loaded, “REGION CODE ERROR!” appears on the TV screen and playback cannot start.
About files (tracks) and folders (groups) on the disc
This system can also play MP3, WMA, JPEG and MPEG4 files recorded on CD-Rs and CD-RWs. Files are sometimes grouped into folders on CD-Rs or CD-RWs by genre, album, etc. In this manual, “group” is also referred to as “folder”, and “track” as “file”.
• This system recognizes up to 150 files per group, and 99 groups per disc. The total number of files this system can detect on a disc is up to
1000.
SVCD
• The following discs cannot be played back: DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, CD-ROM, CD-I (CD-I Ready), Photo CD, SACD, etc. Playing back these discs will generate noise and damage the speakers.
• On some DVD VIDEOs, DVD AUDIOs, VCDs or SVCDs, their actual operation may be different from what is explained in this manual. This is due to the disc programming and disc structure, not a malfunction of this system.
DVD Logo is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.
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About discs
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”.
• When making your own disc, select ISO 9660 Level 1 or Level 2 for the disc format.
• This system supports “multi-session” discs (up to 20 sessions).
• This system cannot play “packet write” discs.
• Before playing CD-Rs or CD-RWs, read their instructions or cautions carefully.
• CD-RWs may require a longer readout time. This is caused by the fact that the reflectance of CD-RWs is lower than that of regular CDs.
• Some discs may not be played due to their disc characteristics, recording conditions, or damage or stain on them.
• This system can play CD-Rs or CD-RWs recorded in the audio CD format. This system can also play CD-Rs or CD-RWs if MP3/WMA/ JPEG/MPEG4 files are recorded on them. Especially, the configuration and characteristics of an MP3/ WMA/JPEG/MPEG4 disc are 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 tracks/files on an MP3/WMA/JPEG/MPEG4 disc may
be skipped or may not be played normally.
Some files on a JPEG/MPEG4 disc may be played distortedly.
Notes on MP3/WMA/JPEG/MPEG4 discs
• MP3/WMA/JPEG/MPEG4 discs (either CD-R or CD-RW) require a longer readout time. (It differs due to the complexity of the directory/file configuration.)
• The system can only recognize files with one of the following extensions, which can be in any combination of upper and lower case: MP3: “.MP3”, “.mp3” WMA: “.WMA”, “.wma” JPEG: “.JPG”, “.JPEG”, “.jpg”, “.jpeg” MPEG4: “.ASF”, “.asf”
• If different kinds of the file are mixed on a disc, set the FILE TYPE setting in the PICTURE menu to the appropriate setting for the data to be read (“AUDIO”, “STILL PICTURE”, or “VIDEO”). (See page 32.)
Notes on MP3/WMA files
• Tag information (album name, artist name, and track name) can be shown on the TV. (See page 24.)
• The system can play back the MP3/WMA files recorded at 32 kbps to 320 kbps as a bit rate, and at 16 kHz, 22.05 kHz, (24 kHz for MP3 only) 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz as a sampling frequency.
• We recommend to record each piece of material (song) at a sample rate of 44.1 kHz and at a data transfer rate of 128 kbps for MP3 files or 96 kbps for WMA files.
Notes on JPEG files
• We recommend to record a file at 640 x 480 resolution. (If a file has been recorded at a resolution of more than 640 x 480, it will take a longer time to be displayed.)
• This system can only play baseline JPEG files.
Notes on MPEG4 files
• The system can play back the MPEG4 files followed the conditions below: File format: ASF Visual profile: MPEG4 SP (Simple Profile) Audio CODEC: G.726 Max. picture size: 352 x 288 (CIF) Max. bit rate: 384 kbps
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
“CONSUMERS SHOULD NOTE THAT NOT ALL HIGH DEFINITION TELEVISION SETS ARE FULLY COMPATIBLE WITH THIS PRODUCT AND MAY CAUSE ARTIFACTS TO BE DISPLAYED IN THE PICTURE. IN CASE OF 525 OR 625 PROGRESSIVE SCAN PICTURE PROBLEMS, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE USER SWITCH THE CONNECTION
TO THE ‘STANDARD DEFINITION’ OUTPUT. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS REGARDING OUR TV SET COMPATIBILITY WITH THIS MODEL 525p AND 625p DVD PLAYER, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER.”
USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-4 VISUAL STANDARD IS PROHIBITED, EXCEPT FOR USE BY A CONSUMER ENGAGING IN PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES.
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Index of parts and controls
The numbers in the figures indicate the pages where the details of the parts are described.
Front panel (center unit)
Display window
21 35 17 21
15 17 1927 35 35 36 29
Disc tray (inside): 16
Rear panel (center unit)
17 17 36, 38
17
17
16
Remote sensor: 6
13
16 16
9
18
16
For future use
18
14
1413
9
14
10
8
10
10
7
5
Index of parts and controls
Remote control Putting batteries in the remote control
16 11
14
26
25
11
11
23
16, 35
12, 18
19
25
27
27 29
29 31
30
13 11
12
14
17
21 14
11 – 38 16, 38
18, 35 18, 37 16, 36 23, 37
15, 31
21, 36
Number buttons:
28 28
23 15, 27
18
R6P (SUM-3)/AA (15F)
type dry-cell batteries
(supplied)
If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases, replace both batteries.
CAUTION
• Do not expose batteries to heat or flame.
Operating the system from the remote control
Aim the remote control directly to the front panel of the center unit.
• Do not hide the remote sensor.
14 15
15
15
15
15
NOTE
• To use the buttons under the cover , slide down the cover.
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Connections
Connecting the FM and AM (MW) antennas
7 AM (MW) loop antenna
Setting up supplied AM (MW) loop antenna
Do not connect the power cord until all other connections have been made.
If reception is poor
Center unit
AM (MW) loop
antenna
Outdoor single vinyl-covered wire antenna (not supplied)
If the antenna cord is covered with the insulation coat, twist and pull the insulation coat off and remove.
Connecting AM (MW) loop antenna
1
2
Antenna cord
3
7 FM antenna
Center unit
If reception is poor
Center unit
Standard type (75 C coaxial) connector
NOTE
• We recommend that you use coaxial cable for the FM antenna as it is well-shielded against interference.
FM antenna (supplied)
Extend the supplied FM antenna horizontally.
Outdoor FM antenna
(not supplied)
Outdoor FM antenna cord
(not supplied)
• Turn the loop antenna until you have the best reception during AM (MW) broadcast program reception.
NOTE
• Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any other terminals, connecting cords and power cords. This could cause poor reception.
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Connections
Do not connect the power cord until all other connections have been made.
Connecting the satellite (front, center, surround) speakers and the subwoofer
Front speakers
Center speaker
Speaker cord
• Connect the black cords to the black (-) terminals.
• Connect the white cords to the red (+) terminals.
Subwoofer
Surround speakers
CAUTION
• When you connect speakers other than the supplied ones, use speakers of the same speaker impedance (SPEAKER IMPEDANCE) indicated on the rear of the center unit.
• DO NOT connect more than one speaker to one speaker terminal.
• When installing the satellite speakers on the wall;
Be sure to have them installed on the wall by a qualified personnel.
DO NOT install the satellite speakers on the wall by yourself to avoid unexpected damage from their falling off the wall due to incorrect installation or weakness in wall structure.
Care must be taken in selecting a location for speaker installation
on a wall. Injury to personnel or damage to equipment may result if the speakers installed interfere with daily activities.
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Connections
Do not connect the power cord until all other connections have been made.
Speaker layout
Center speaker
Front left
speaker
Surround left
speaker
NOTE
• Although the satellite speakers and the subwoofer are magnetically shielded, the TV screen may appear mottled. In this case, keep enough distance between the speakers and the TV.
• The speakers are magnetically shielded to avoid color distortions on TVs. However, if not installed properly, it may cause color distortions. So, pay attention to the following when installing the speakers.
- When placing the speakers near a TV set, turn off the TV’s
main power switch or unplug it before installing the speakers. Then wait at least 30 minutes before turning on the TV’s main
power switch again. Some TVs may still be affected even though you have followed the above. If this happens, move the speakers away from the TV.
• Place the satellite speakers on a flat and level surface.
• Be sure to place the subwoofer to the TV’s right. If you place the subwoofer to the TV’s left, keep sufficient distance between them to prevent the TV screen from appearing mottled.
Front right speaker
Subwoofer
Surround right speaker
Connecting a TV
• Distortion of picture may occur when connecting the TV via a VCR, or to a TV with a built-in VCR.
• You need to set “MONITOR TYPE” in the PICTURE menu correctly according to the aspect ratio of your TV. (See page 32.)
7 To connect a TV equipped with the component video
input jacks
Center unit
TV
To component
video input
Component video cord (not supplied)
NOTE
• You need to set the scanning mode to “Y/C COMP.” or “PROGRESSIVE” depending on the method to connect to your TV. (See page 15.)
• If your TV supports progressive video input, you can enjoy a high quality picture by setting the progressive scan mode to active. (See page 15.)
• If the component video input jacks of your TV are of the BNC type, use a plug adapter (not supplied) to convert the pin plugs to BNC plugs.
• The component video signals can be output only when you select “DVD” as the source to play. (See page 14.)
7 To connect a TV with the SCART connector
Center unit
To SCART connector
TV
*
SCART cable (not supplied)
* Some TV’s SCART connectors output audio signal. In such a
case, you can enjoy the TV sound through this system.
NOTE
• No sound signal comes out from “AV” (SCART) connector.
• Select the appropriate scan mode according to your TV. (See page
15.)
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Connections
Do not connect the power cord until all other connections have been made.
Connecting to an analog component
You can enjoy the sound of an analog component.
Center unit
RCA pin plug cord (not supplied)
To audio output
VCR
TV
Cassette recorder
NOTE
• If you connect a sound-enhancing device such as a graphic equalizer between the source components and this system, the sound output through this system may be distorted.
• When playing a video component such as a VCR;
To listen to the sound, select “AUX” as the source to play. (See
page 14.)
To see the picture, connect the video output jack of the component
to the video input jack of the TV directly, and select the correct input mode on the TV.
Connecting to a digital component
You can enjoy the sound of a digital component.
Center unit
* tuner
DBS
MD recorder
Digital optical cord
(not supplied)
* DBS = Direct Broadcasting Satellite
NOTE
When playing a video component such as a DBS tuner;
• To listen to the sound, select “AUX DIGITAL” as the source to play. (See page 14.)
• To see the picture, connect the video output jack of the component to the video input jack of the TV directly, and select the correct input mode on the TV.
To digital optical output
Connecting the power cord
Make sure that all other connections have been completed.
Center unit
Power cord
Plug into AC outlets.
CAUTION
• Disconnect the power cord before cleaning or moving the system.
• Do not pull on the power cord to unplug the cord. When unplugging the cord, always grasp and pull the plug so as not to damage the cord.
NOTE
• Preset settings, such as preset stations and surround mode adjustment, may be erased in a few days in the following cases;
If you unplug the power cord of the center unit.
If a power failure occurs.
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Operating external components with the remote control
The buttons described below are used on pages 11 and
12.
Remote control mode selector
(play button)
Number buttons
4 Press number buttons (1-9, 0) to enter
the manufacturer’s code (2 digits).
Examples: For a Hitachi TV:
Press 0, then 7.
For a Toshiba TV:
Press 2, then 9.
Manufac­turer
JVC 01 Nordmende 13, 14, 18, 26 – 28
Akai 02, 05 Okano 09
Blaupunkt 03 Orion 15
Daewoo 10, 31, 32 Panasonic 16, 17
Fenner 04, 31, 32 Philips 10
Fisher 05 Saba 13, 14, 18, 26 – 28
Grundig 06 Samsung 10, 19, 32
Hitachi 07, 08 Sanyo 05
Inno-Hit 09 Schneider 02, 05
Irradio 02, 05 Sharp 20
Magnavox 10 Sony 21 – 25
Mitsubishi 11, 33 Telefunken 13, 14, 18, 26 – 28
Miver 03 Thomson
Nokia 12, 34 Toshiba 29
Code
Manufactur­er
Code
13, 14, 18, 26–28, 30
NOTE
• Manufacturers’ codes are subject to change without notice.
• Set the codes again after replacing the batteries of the remote control.
Operating the TV
7 To set the manufacturer’s code
You can operate a JVC TV without setting the manufacturer’s code.
1 Slide the remote control mode selector
to TV.
2 Press and hold TV.
Keep the button pressed until step 4 is finished.
3 Press ENTER.
5 Release TV.
If there is more than one code listed for corresponding brand, try each one until you enter the correct one.
7 Operation
Aim the remote control at the TV.
IMPORTANT
Before using the remote control to operate a TV;
• Set the remote control mode selector to TV.
The following buttons are available:
TV:Turns TV on and off. TV VOL +/–:Adjusts the volume. TV/VIDEO:Selects the input mode (either TV or VIDEO). CHANNEL +/–:Changes the channels. 1-10, 0, +10 (100+):Selects the channel. TV RETURN:Alternates between the previously selected channel
and the current channel.
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