JVC TH-A32 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 THEATER SYSTEM

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

VCRTV

CENTER

REAR-RREAR-L

TEST

DVD FM/AM

CONTROL

AUX

TV/VIDEO

MUTING

REC/MEMORY

SEARCH

TOP
MENU

MENU

CHOICE

DOWN - TUNING - UP

SLOW

AUDIO

RETURN DIMMER DSP

SLEEP

RM-STHA35J

DVD THEATER SYSTEM

SURROUND

SUB TITLEANGLE ZOOM

ON SCREEN

PROGRESSIVE

CLEAR SETTINGFM MODE

SUBWOOFER

TV VOL

AUDIO VOL

SOUND

1234

5678

9

TV

VCR

0

ENTER

COMPACT

SUPER VIDEO

DIGITAL

SURROUND

DIGITAL•EX

PRO LOGIC

VOLUME

DSPSURROUNDSOURCE

STANDBY

STANDBY/ON

DVD DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEM TH-A32

XV-THA32

COMPACT

SUPER VIDEO

DIGITAL

SURROUND

DIGITAL•EX

PRO LOGIC

VOLUME

PHONES

DSPSURROUNDSOURCE

STANDBY

STANDBY/ON

DVD DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEM TH-A35

XV-THA35

TH-A35
TH-A32

Consists of XV-THA35 and SP-THA35

Consists of XV-THA32 and SP-THA35

INSTRUCTIONS

LVT1009-001C

[J]

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.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.

CAUTION

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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.

Warnings, Cautions and Others

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.

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 –– STANDBY/ON switch!

Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. The

STANDBY/ON switch in any position does not disconnect.

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 10 cm from the top.
Back: No obstructions in 15 cm from the back
Bottom: No obstructions, place on the level surface.
In addition, maintain the best possible air circulation as illustrated.

G-1

IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS

1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

2. CAUTION: Visible 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.

Spacing 15 cm or more

Wall or obstructions

Floor

XV-THA35/
XV-THA32

Front

Stand height
15 cm or more

Table of Contents

Parts Identification ...................................... 2

Center Unit ................................................................................. 2

Remote Control .......................................................................... 3

Getting Started ........................................... 4

Before Installation ...................................................................... 4

Checking the Supplied Accessories ........................................... 4

Putting Batteries in the Remote Control .................................... 4

Connecting the FM and AM Antennas ....................................... 5

Speaker Layout Diagram ............................................................ 6

Connecting the Speakers ............................................................ 7

Connecting Audio/Video Component ........................................ 8

TV Setting ................................................ 10

Changing the Scanning Mode .................................................. 11

Adjusting the Pictures .............................................................. 11

Basic DVD Operations ................................ 12

1 Turn On the Power ............................................................... 12

2 Select the Source .................................................................. 12

3 Load a DVD ......................................................................... 12

4 Start Playback ...................................................................... 12

5 Adjust the Volume ................................................................ 12

6 Activate Surround or DSP Mode ......................................... 13

7 Stop Playback ...................................................................... 13

Basic VCD/CD Operations .......................... 14

1 Turn On the Power ............................................................... 14

2 Select the Source .................................................................. 14

3 Load a VCD/CD .................................................................. 14

4 Start Playback ...................................................................... 14

5 Adjust the Volume ................................................................ 14

6 Activate Surround or DSP Mode ......................................... 15

7 Stop Playback ...................................................................... 15

Basic Tuner Operations .............................. 16

1 Turn On the Power ............................................................... 16

2 Select the Band .................................................................... 16

3 Adjust the Volume ................................................................ 16

4 Tune into a Station ............................................................... 16

5 Activate Surround or DSP Mode ......................................... 17

Other Basic Operations .............................. 18

Enjoying Sounds from the External Component ..................... 18

Listening with the Headphones

(not available with TH-A32)................................................ 19

Adjusting the Brightness .......................................................... 19

Turning Off the Power with the Timer ..................................... 20

Creating Realistic Sound Fields ................... 21

7 Dolby Surround .................................................................... 21

7 Dolby Digital ........................................................................ 21

7 DTS Digital Surround .......................................................... 21

7 DSP (Digital Signal Processor) Modes ................................ 22

Activating the Surround Mode ................................................. 22

Adjusting the Sound ................................................................. 23

Disc Introduction—DVD/VCD/CD ................ 24

Basic Disc Operations ................................ 25

DVD Playback ........................................... 26

Showing the On-Screen Menu ................................................. 26

Showing the Information on the TV Screen............................. 26

Selecting the Subtitles .............................................................. 27

Selecting the Audio Languages ................................................ 27

Selecting the Multi-Angle Views ............................................. 27

Disc Menu-Driven Playback .................................................... 28

Moving to a Particular Portion Directly ................................... 28

Searching for a Particular Point ............................................... 29

Repeating Playback .................................................................. 29

7 Repeat Play ........................................................................... 29

7 A–B Repeat ........................................................................... 29

Playing Back Chapters in Random Order—Shuffle Play ........ 30

Programming the Playing Order of the Chapters

—Program Play .................................................................. 31

DVD Special Effect Playback .................................................. 32

7 Still Picture/Frame-by-Frame Playback ............................... 32

7 Slow Motion Playback ......................................................... 33

7 Zoom .................................................................................... 33

VCD/CD Playback...................................... 34

Showing the On-Screen Menu ................................................. 34

Showing the Information on the TV Screen............................. 34

Disc Menu-Driven Playback (Only for VCD) .......................... 35

Selecting Playback Channel ..................................................... 35

Moving to a Particular Portion Directly ................................... 35

Searching for a Particular Point ............................................... 36

Repeating Playback .................................................................. 36

7 Repeat Play ........................................................................... 36

7 A–B Repeat ........................................................................... 37

Playing Back Tracks in Random Order—Shuffle Play ............ 37

Programming the Playing Order of the Tracks

—Program Play .................................................................. 38

VCD Special Effect Playback .................................................. 39

7 Still Picture/Frame-by-Frame Playback ............................... 39

7 Slow Motion Playback ......................................................... 39

7 Zoom .................................................................................... 39

MP3 Playback ........................................... 40

Starting Playback ..................................................................... 41

Operations Using the On-Screen Display ................................ 42

Moving to a Particular Track Directly ...................................... 42

Programming the Playing Order of the Tracks

—Program Play .................................................................. 42

JPEG Playback .......................................... 44

Loading the Disc ...................................................................... 44

Operations Using the On-Screen Display ................................ 45

Moving to a Particular File Directly ........................................ 46

Programming the Playing Order of the Files

—Program Play .................................................................. 46

Tuner Operations ....................................... 48

Tuning in Stations .................................................................... 48

Using Preset Tuning ................................................................. 49

Selecting the FM Reception Mode ........................................... 49

Setting up the DVD Preferences ................. 50

Using the Choice Menus .......................................................... 50

Language Menu ........................................................................ 51

Picture Menu ............................................................................ 52

Audio Menu ............................................................................. 53

Setting Menu ............................................................................ 53

Setting the Parental (Rating) Level .......................................... 54

Operating JVC’s Components ...................... 56

Operating Other Manufacturers’ TV ............ 57

Maintenance ............................................. 58

Troubleshooting ......................................... 59

Specifications............................................ 60

1

Parts Identification

VOLUME

DSPSURROUNDSOURCE

STANDBY

STANDBY/ON

DVD DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEM

PHONES

:except TH-A32

1

2

8

9 p q w

3

45

67

REPEAT 1

MHz

k

Hz

A–BPROGCHPTUNEDTRKTITLE

P–SCAN

CD

ProLogic II

DIGITAL

VCDSTEREO MP3

8
3

RS

R

L

LS

S

C

3

1

e

w

r t

543

2

6 7 8 9 p q

Center Unit

Front Panel

See pages in the parentheses for details.

Front Panel

1 STANDBY/ON button and STANDBY lamp (12 – 17)
2 Disc tray (12, 14)
3 Illumination lamp
4 Display window
5 VOLUME control (12, 14, 16)
6 Remote sensor
7 PHONES jack (19) (except TH-A32)
8 0 (open/close) button (12 – 15, 25, 41)

• Pressing this button also turns on the power and
changes the source to the DVD player.

9 3/8, 7, 4, and ¢ buttons

8

• Pressing 3/

source to the DVD player.

p SOURCE button (12, 14, 16, 18, 48)
q SURROUND button (13, 15, 17, 19, 22)
w DSP button (13, 15, 17, 19, 22)

also turns on the power and changes the

Display Window

See pages in the parentheses for details.

Display Window

1 Audio channel indicators

2 P-SCAN indicator (11)
3 Disc indicators (25)

4 Playback indicators

5 TITLE indicator (25)
6 TRK (track) indicator (25)
7 TUNED indicator (16, 48)
8 CHP (chapter) indicator (25)

• Indicates audio channels currently source signal.

• DVD, CD, VCD, and MP3

• 3 (play) and 8 (pause)

9 PROG (program) indicator (31, 38)
p Repeat mode indicators (29, 30, 36, 37)

• REPEAT, 1, and A–B

q Sleep indicator (20)
w Sound signal indicators (21, 22)

• DIGITAL, PRO LOGIC II, and DTS

e STEREO indicator (49)
r Main display
t Frequency unit indicators

• MHz (for FM station) and kHz (for AM station)

2

1

2

3

4
5

6

7

8

r

9

p

q

t
y

i
o
;

a

u

w
e

s

d

f

g
h

j
k
l

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

VCRTV

CENTER

REAR-RREAR-L

TEST

DVD FM/AM

CONTROL

AUX

TV/VIDEO

MUTING

REC/MEMORY

SEARCH

TOP
MENU

MENU

CHOICE

DOWN - TUNING - UP

SLOW

AUDIO

RETURN DIMMER DSP

SLEEP

RM-STHA35J

DVD THEATER SYSTEM

SURROUND

SUB TITLE ANGLE ZOOM

ON SCREEN

PROGRESSIVE

CLEAR SETTING FM MODE

SUBWOOFER

TV VOL

AUDIO VOL

SOUND

1234

5678

9

TV

VCR

0

ENTER

Remote Control

See pages in the parentheses for details.

Remote Control

1 STANDBY/ON buttons

•TV

• VCR

• AUDIO

button (12, 14, 56, 57)

button (56)

button (12 – 17)

2 SOUND button (23)
3 • Number buttons

(25, 28, 30, 35, 38, 42, 43, 46, 47, 49, 55–57)

• CLEAR button (28, 32, 35, 39, 52)

• Sound setting buttons (23)
CENTER + and – buttons
SUBWOOFER + and – buttons
REAR-L + and – buttons
REAR-R + and – buttons
TEST button
SETTING button

4 Source selecting buttons (12, 14, 16, 18, 23, 48, 49)

• DVD, FM/AM, AUX

• Pressing one of these buttons also turns on the power.

5 CONTROL buttons

• TV CONTROL button (56, 57)

• VCR CONTROL button (56)

6 TV VOL + and – buttons (56, 57)
7 AUDIO VOL + and – buttons (12, 14, 16, 18)
8 TOP MENU button (28)
9 Menu operation buttons

• cursor 3, 2, 5, and ∞ buttons

• ENTER button

p CHOICE button (11, 50–54)

8

q 7, 3, and

buttons

w 4 and ¢ buttons (25, 35, 41, 43, 45, 47, 56)

TUNING UP and DOWN buttons (16, 48)

e AUDIO button (27)
r SUB TITLE button (27)
t RETURN button (35)
y DIMMER button (19)

SLEEP button (20)

u FM MODE button (49)
i PROGRESSIVE button (11)
o SEARCH button (28, 35)
; TV/VIDEO button (56, 57)
a REC/MEMORY button (49, 56)
s MUTING button (13, 15, 16, 18)
d MENU button (28, 35)
f ON SCREEN button (26, 29– 32, 34, 36–39)
g 1 and ¡ buttons (29, 33, 36, 39, 49, 56, 57)

SLOW + and – buttons (33, 39)

h ZOOM button (33, 39, 45, 47)
j ANGLE button (27)
k SURROUND button (13, 15, 17, 19, 22)
l DSP button (13, 15, 17, 19, 22)

3

Getting Started

Before Installation

General Precautions

• DO NOT insert any metal object into the center unit.

• DO NOT disassemble the center unit or remove screws, covers, or
cabinet.

• DO NOT expose the center unit to rain or moisture.

Locations

• Install the center unit in a location that is level and protected from
moisture.

• The temperature around the center unit must be between 5˚C and
35˚C (41˚F and 95˚F).

• Make sure there is good ventilation around the center unit. Poor
ventilation could cause overheating and damage the center unit.

Handling the center unit

• 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.

• Keep the power cord away from the connecting cords and the
antennas. The power cord may cause noise or screen interference.
It is recommended to use a coaxial cable for antenna connection,
since it is well-shielded against interference.

• When a power failure occurs, or when you unplug the power cord,
the preset settings such as preset FM/AM channels and sound
adjustments may be erased in a few days.

Putting Batteries in the Remote Control

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

• When using the remote control, aim the remote control directly at
the remote sensor on the center unit.

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.

Checking the Supplied Accessories

Check to be sure you have all of the following supplied accessories.
The number in the parentheses indicates the quantity of the pieces
supplied.

• Remote Control (1)

• Batteries (2)

• AM Loop Antenna (1)

• FM Antenna (1)

• Video cord (1)

• Speaker cords

6 m (4)*: For left front speaker, right front speaker, center

speaker, and subwoofer

10 m (2)*: For left rear speaker and right rear speaker

* The lengths of the speaker cords above are approximate.

If anything is missing, contact your dealer immediately.

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

CAUTION:

Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking cells:

• 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.

4

AC IN

SUBWOOFER

CENTER

SPEAKER

REAR

SPEAKERS

RIGHT LEFT

FRONT

SPEAKERS

RIGHT LEFT

ANALOG VIDEO OUT

COAXIAL

FM 75

AM LOOP

AM
EXT

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

IN

L

R

OPTICAL

DIGITAL IN

AUX

A
N
T
E
N
N
A

YPBP

R

CONPONENT VIDEO OUT

COAXIAL

FM 75

AM LOOP

AM

EXT

A
N
T
E
N
N
A

132

Connecting the FM and AM Antennas

If FM reception is poor, connect
outdoor FM antenna (not supplied).

If AM reception is poor, connect single vinyl-covered
wire (not supplied).

AM Loop Antenna
(supplied)

FM Antenna (supplied)

FM antenna connection

Connect the supplied FM antenna to the COAXIAL FM 75 Ω
terminal as temporary measure.
Extend the supplied FM antenna horizontally.

• If reception is poor, connect an outdoor antenna.
Before attaching a 75 Ω coaxial cable (with a standard type
connector), disconnect the supplied FM antenna.

Snap the tabs on the loop into
the slots of the base to
assemble the AM loop antenna.

Center unit

AM antenna connection

Connect the supplied AM loop antenna to the AM LOOP terminals.
Connect the white cord to the AM EXT terminal, and the black cord

terminal.

to
Turn the loop until you have the best reception.

• If reception is poor, connect an outdoor single vinyl-covered wire
to the AM EXT terminal. (Keep the AM loop antenna connected.)

Note:

If the AM loop antenna wire is covered with vinyl, remove
the vinyl by twisting it as shown in the diagram.

5

Getting Started

Right front

speaker

Right rear

speaker

To center speaker

To left front speaker

To right front speaker

To left rear speakerTo right rear speaker

To subwoofer

Left front

speaker

Center speaker

Left rear
speaker

COMPACT

SUPER VIDEO

DIGITAL

SURROUND

DIGITAL•EX

PRO LOGIC

VOLUME

PHONES

DSPSURROUNDSOURCE

STANDBY

STANDBY/ON

DVD DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEM TH-A35

Center unit

Subwoofer

Y

AC IN

SUBWOOFER

CENTER

SPEAKER

REAR

SPEAKERS

RIGHT LEFT

FRONT

SPEAKERS

RIGHT LEFT

CAUTION

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

6-8 OHMS

CAUTION

SUBWOOFER IMPEDANCE

10 OHMS

Speaker Layout Diagram

6

Connecting the Speakers

Left front

speaker

Right front

speaker

Right rear

speaker

Subwoofer

Left rear

speaker

Center speaker

132

Connect the satellite speakers and subwoofer to the terminals on the
rear panel using speaker cords supplied.
Color labels are attached to the speaker cords to indicate the speaker
and the terminal to which each is to be connected.

• The five satellite speakers can be used for any positions—center,
front left and right, and rear left and right.

• Connect the color labeled cord to the color (+) terminal, and the
other cord to the black (–) terminal respectively.

CAUTION:

Use speakers with the SPEAKER IMPEDANCE indicated by the
speaker terminals.

Connecting speaker cords to the terminals

1

Open the terminal clamp.

2

Insert the speaker cord.

3

Close the clamp.

When setting the speakers

To obtain the best possible sound from this system, you need to
place all the speakers except the subwoofer at the same distance
from the listening position with each front faced toward the listener.
Since bass sound is less-directional, but normally place it in
between right and left front speaker shown as below.

If your speakers cannot be placed at the same distance from the
listening position

You can adjust the delay time of the center speaker and rear
speakers. For in-depth information about adjusting the delay time,
see “Setting Menu” on pages 53 and 54.

Note:

Subwoofer phase is closely related with the distance from the
listening position to the front speakers and subwoofer. You can change
the phase to obtain better bass sound by connecting the speaker
cords to the terminals of the subwoofer inversely—the color labeled
cord to the black terminal, and the black cord to the color terminal.

Notes:

• If the speaker cord is covered with vinyl, remove the

vinyl by twisting it as shown in the diagram.

• Make sure the core wire of speaker cords do not

expose to out of the terminals. This could cause
short-circuit.

CAUTION:

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

• Care is required in selecting a location for attaching speakers to the
wall. Injury to personnel, or damage to equipment, may result if the
speakers are attached in a location which interferes with daily
activities.

7

Getting Started

ANALOG VIDEO OUT

COAXIAL

FM 75

AM LOOP

YP

BPR

AM

EXT

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

IN

L

R

OPTICAL

DIGITAL IN

AUX

A
N
T
E
N
N
A

CONPONENT VIDEO OUT

DBS Tuner

Center unit

MD Recorder

Cassette Deck

OUT

LEFT

RIGHT

AUDIO

VCR

TV

MD Recorder

DIGITAL

OPTICAL OUT

A

B

OPTICAL

DIGITAL IN

ANALOG

IN

L

R

DBS Tuner

A

B

Connecting Audio/Video Component

Turn the power off to all components before connections.

Audio Component connection

Connect the other component to the center unit with the
audio cord.

Use the cords supplied with the other component or
purchase them at an electric appliance store.

Optical digital cord (not supplied)

Audio cord (not supplied)

Illustrations of the input/output terminals below are typical
examples.
When you connect the other component, refer also to its
manuals since the terminal name actually printed on the rear
vary among the components.

If you connect a sound-enhancing device such as a graphic
equalizer between the source component and the center
unit, the sound output through this system may be
distorted.

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

8

A

B

C

TV connection

A

B

AC IN

SUBWOOFER

CENTER
SPEAKER

REAR

SPEAKERS

RIGHT LEFT

FRONT

SPEAKERS

RIGHT LEFT

ANALOG VIDEO OUT

COAXIAL

FM 75

AM LOOP

AM

EXT

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

IN

L

R

OPTICAL

DIGITAL IN

AUX

A
N
T
E
N
N
A

YPBP

R

CONPONENT VIDEO OUT

C

Y

P

R/CR

PB/C

B

YPBP

R

CONPONENT VIDEO OUT

TV

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

The S-video cord and the component video cord are not supplied with this system.
Use the cords supplied with another components or purchase them at an electric appliance store.

Video cord (supplied) Component video cord (not supplied)

S-video cord (not supplied)

You can select one of three connection types—A, B, and C.

• If your TV has S-video (Y/C-separation) and/or component video
(Y, PB, PR) jacks, connect them using an S-video cord (not
supplied)B and/or component video cord (not supplied)C.
By using these jacks, you can get a better picture quality—in the
order : Component video > S-video > Composite video.

• If you use the S-video cord to connect the TV, you select the
video signal type correctly. See “Picture Menu” on page 52.

• If your TV supports the progressive video input, you can enjoy a
high quality picture by making the progressive scanning mode
active (see page 11.)

Now, you can plug the power cord of the center unit into the AC outlet.

Notes:

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

• Connecting to a TV through a VCR, or to a TV with a built-in VCR, may cause distortion of picture.

9

TV Setting

1234

5678

9

TV

VCR

0

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

VCRTV

CENTER

REAR-RREAR-L

TEST

DVD FM/AM

CONTROL

AUX

TV/VIDEO

MUTING

REC/MEMORY

SEARCH

TOP
MENU

MENU

CHOICE

DOWN - TUNING - UP

SLOW

AUDIO

RETURN DIMMER DSP

SLEEP

RM-STHA35J

DVD THEATER SYSTEM

SURROUND

SUB TITLE ANGLE ZOOM

ON SCREEN

CLEAR SETTING FM MODE

SUBWOOFER

TV VOL

AUDIO VOL

SOUND

ENTER

PROGRESSIVE

This system supports the progressive scanning system (480p*) as
well as the conventional interlaced scanning system (480i*).
If your TV equipped with component video jacks supports the
progressive video input, you can enjoy a high quality picture by
activating the progressive scanning mode.

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

• If your TV equipped with component video jacks does not support

the progressive video input, do not change the scanning mode to
the progressive scanning mode (P–SCAN MODE.)

* 480p and 480i indicate the number of scanning lines and scanning

format of a video signal.

• 480p indicates 480 scanning lines with progressive format.

• 480i indicates 480 scanning lines with interlaced format.

DVD

PROGRESSIVE

About scanning system

The conventional scanning method to display video signals on the
TV screen is called “Interlaced scanning.” With this method, only
half of the horizontal lines (called a “field”) are displayed at a time.
So two fields complete a single picture (frame); i.e., the first field,
containing all the odd-numbered lines, is followed by the second
field, containing all the even-numbered lines.
On the other hand, the Progressive scanning system scans all
horizontal lines at a time, so you can double the number of scanning
lines displayed at a time, resulting in a flicker-free, high-density
picture.
To enjoy the progressive scanned picture, a monitor (or TV or
projector) connected to the system must support the progressive
video inputs.
Depending on the material source format, DVD video can be
classified into two types; film source and video source (note that
some DVD video contain both film source and video source). Film
sources are recorded as 24-frame-per-second data, while (NTSC)
video sources are recorded as 30-frame-per-second (60-field-per­second interlaced).
When this system plays back a film source data, uninterlaced
progressive output signals are created using the original data. When
a video source is played back, the unit interleaves lines between the
interlaced lines to create the pseudo uninterlaced picture and outputs
as the progressive signals.

3/2/5/∞

CHOICE

10

PROGRESSIVE

Video Enhance
Brightness
Edges
Color
Contrast

CHOICE

ENTER

ENTER

CHOICE

Changing the Scanning Mode

DVD

Adjusting the Pictures

You can select the scanning mode if your TV equipped with
component video jacks supports the progressive video input.

From the remote control ONLY:

1

Press DVD.

2

Press PROGRESSIVE.

• Each time you press the button, the scanning
mode alternates between “INTERLACE” and
“P–SCAN.”

INTERLACE:

Select this if your TV does not support the progressive video input
(conventional TV).

P (Progressive)–SCAN:

Select this if your TV equipped with component video jacks
supports the progressive video input.

When you select the “P-SCAN”, P-SCAN indicator lights up on the
display.

Notes:

• If you press PROGRESSIVE while playing back a disc, playing back
stops.

• Some progressive TVs and High-Definition TVs are not fully
compatible with this system, resulting in the unnatural picture when
playing back a DVD in the progressive scanning mode.
In such a case, change the scanning mode to “INTERLACE.”
To check the compatibility of your TV, contact your local JVC
customer service center.

• All JVC progressive TVs and High-Definition TVs are fully
compatible with this system.

You can adjust parameters that affect the appearance of picture.

From the remote control ONLY:

1

Press CHOICE while playing back a
disc.

Video Enhance menu appears on TV-screen.

2

Press cursor 5/∞ repeatedly to
select a parameter you want to
adjust.

• Adjust gradually to show preferable
appearance by confirming the picture.

Brightness: Controls the brightness of the screen.

Edges: Controls the sharpness of the screen.

Color: Controls the color of the screen.

Contrast: Controls the contrast of the screen.

3

Press cursor 3/2 repeatedly to
change the setting.

4

Press CHOICE.

Video Enhance menu disappears.

Note:

If you turn off the unit, the video enhance setting return to initial
setting.

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Basic DVD Operations

AUDIO

AUDIO VOL

1234

5678

9

TV

VCR

0

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

VCRTV

CENTER

REAR-RREAR-L

DVD FM/AM

CONTROL

AUX

TV/VIDEO

MUTING

REC/MEMORY

SEARCH

TOP
MENU

MENU

CHOICE

DOWN - TUNING - UP

SLOW

AUDIO

RETURN DIMMER DSP

SLEEP

RM-STHA35J

DVD THEATER SYSTEM

SURROUND

SUB TITLE ANGLE ZOOM

ON SCREEN

CLEARTEST SETTING FM MODE

SUBWOOFER

TV VOL

AUDIO VOL

SOUND

ENTER

PROGRESSIVE

DVD

VOLUME

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

1

AUDIO

TV

2

DVD

TV/VIDEO

MUTING

5

AUDIO VOL
+/–

7

7

4

3

2

Select the Source

Press DVD.

The source changes to DVD.

3

Load a DVD

On the front panel ONLY:
Press 0 to open the disc tray, then place a DVD
correctly with its label side up.

CORRECT INCORRECT

• DO NOT use the disc stabilizer.

4

Start Playback

Press 3.

The disc tray closes. “READING” appears for a
while.

• You can also start playback by closing the disc

tray using 0 on the front panel.

6

6

DSP

• For in-depth information about DVD operations, see
pages 24 to 33.

1

Turn On the Power

Before turning on the system, turn on your TV and select the correct
video input. (See the manual supplied with your TV.)

• When you use a JVC’s TV, you can turn on your TV by pressing
on the remote control, and select the video input by

TV
pressing TV/VIDEO. (If your TV is not a JVC’s, see “Operating

SURROUND

Other Manufacturers’ TV” on page 57.)

• For changing the OSD messages—the information on the TV

screen—into the desired language, see “ Language Menu” on
pages 51.

Press AUDIO
panel).

(or STANDBY/ON on the front

The STANDBY lamp goes off and the illumination lamp
on the center unit lights up. The source indication
selected previously appears on the display.

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5

Adjust the Volume

From the remote control :

To increase the volume,

press and hold AUDIO VOL +.

To decrease the volume,

press and hold AUDIO VOL –.

On the front panel :

To increase the volume,

turn VOLUME control clockwise.

To decrease the volume,

turn VOLUME control counterclockwise.

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.

Notes:

• By pressing AUDIO VOL + or – repeatedly, you can adjust the
volume level step by step.

• The volume level can be adjusted within 64 steps—
“MIN (minimum),” 01 to 62, and “MAX (maximum).”

• If you have turned off the unit with the volume level set at more than

level “25,” the volume level will be automatically set at level “25” next
time you turn on the unit.

AUDIO

MUTING

DSP

To turn off the sounds temporarily

LIVE HOUSE

STADIUM

CONCERT

THEATERDSP OFF

HALL

SURROUND

PL II MUSIC PL II MOVIE

PL II OFF

From the remote control ONLY:

Press MUTING.

To restore the sound, press MUTING again.

• Pressing AUDIO VOL + or – also restores the sound.

6

Activate Surround or DSP Mode

You can enjoy three kinds of surround—Digital Multichannel
Surround (Dolby Digital and DTS Digital Surround), Dolby Pro
Logic II and DSP modes.

Digital Multichannel Surround—Dolby Digital
and DTS Digital Surround

Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround takes effect only when you
enjoy a disc encoded with its signals.

To activate Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround

When a disc encoded with the Dolby Digital or DTS Digital
Surround is loaded, the system detects it and starts playing the disc
automatically with Multichannel Surround activated.
– For in-depth information about surround modes, see “Creating

Realistic Sound Fields” on pages 21 to 22.

Dolby Pro Logic II—Pro Logic II Music and Pro
Logic II Movie

To activate Pro Logic II modes

Press SURROUND.

The current Pro Logic II mode appears on the display
for a while.

• Each time you press the button, Pro Logic II mode
changes as follows:

Note:

Before activating the Surround or DSP mode, adjust the speaker
setting to bring out the best performance from this system.
For in-depth information about adjusting the speaker setting, see
“Setting Menu” on pages 53.

7

Stop Playback

Press 7 twice.

Playback stops completely.

• This system can memorize the end point even when you

press 7 once. When you start playback again by
pressing 3, playback begins from where it has been stopped—
Resume play.

To remove the loaded disc

Press 0.

“OPEN” appears on the display and the disc tray comes
out.

To close the disc tray, press 0 again.

To prohibit disc ejection

On the front panel ONLY:

Press and hold 6 and 4 for more than
3 seconds.
“LOCKED” appears on the display, and the
disc tray is locked.

To cancel the prohibition, press and hold
6 and 4 for more than 3 seconds.
“UNLOCK” appears on the display, and the
disc tray is unlocked.

• When Dolby Pro Logic II mode is activated, the
II indicator lights up on the display.

– For in-depth information about Dolby Pro Logic II modes, see

“Creating Realistic Sound Fields” on pages 21 to 22.

PRO LOGIC

DSP modes—CONCERT, STADIUM, HALL,
THEATER, LIVE HOUSE

To activate DSP modes

Press DSP.

The current DSP mode appears on the display for a
while.

• Each time you press the button, DSP mode changes as
follows:

– For in-depth information about DSP modes, see “Creating

Realistic Sound Fields” on pages 21 to 22.

To turn off the power (into standby)

Press AUDIO (or STANDBY/ON on the front
panel).

The illumination lamp goes off and the STANDBY lamp
lights up.

• If you press AUDIO (or STANDBY/ON on the front
panel) while the disc tray is kept open, the disc tray closes
automatically, then the system is turned off.

• A small amount of power is consumed even in standby mode. To
turn the power off completely, unplug the AC power cord.

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Basic VCD/CD Operations

AUDIO

AUDIO VOL

DVD

VOLUME

1234

5678

9

TV

VCR

0

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

VCRTV

CENTER

REAR-RREAR-L

DVD FM/AM

CONTROL

AUX

TV/VIDEO

MUTING

REC/MEMORY

SEARCH

TOP
MENU

MENU

CHOICE

DOWN - TUNING - UP

SLOW

AUDIO

RETURN DIMMER DSP

SLEEP

RM-STHA35J

DVD THEATER SYSTEM

SURROUND

SUB TITLE ANGLE ZOOM

ON SCREEN

CLEARTEST SETTING FM MODE

SUBWOOFER

TV VOL

AUDIO VOL

SOUND

ENTER

PROGRESSIVE

Press DVD.

1

TV

AUDIO

2

Select the Source

3

Load a VCD/CD

2 DVD

TV/VIDEO

MUTING

5

AUDIO VOL

+/–

7

7

6

6

DSP

SURROUND

• SVCD can be operated by using the VCD operation
procedure.

• For in-depth information about VCD/CD operations,
see pages 24, 25, and 34 to 39.

1

Turn On the Power

Before turning on the system, turn on your TV if necessary and
select the correct video input. (See the manual supplied with your
TV.)

• When you use a JVC’s TV, you can turn on your TV by pressing
TV on the remote control, and select the video input by
pressing TV/VIDEO. (If your TV is not a JVC’s, see “Operating
Other Manufacturers’ TV” on page 57.)

• For changing the OSD messages—the information on the TV
screen—into the desired language, see “ Language Menu” on
pages 51.

Press AUDIO
(or STANDBY/ON on the front panel).

The STANDBY lamp goes off and the illumination lamp
on the center unit lights up. The source indication selected
previously appears on the display.

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4

3

On the front panel ONLY:
Press 0 to open the disc tray, then place a disc
correctly with its label side up.

CORRECT INCORRECT

• When using a CD single (8 cm), place it on the inner circle of the
disc tray.

• Continued use of irregular shape CDs (heart-shape, octagonal,
etc.) can damage the center unit.

• DO NOT use the disc stabilizer.

4

Start Playback

Press 3.

The disc tray closes. “READING” appears for a while.

• You can also start playback by closing the disc tray

using 0 on the front panel.

5

Adjust the Volume

From the remote control :

To increase the volume,

press and hold AUDIO VOL +.

To decrease the volume,

press and hold AUDIO VOL –.

On the front panel :

To increase the volume,

turn VOLUME control clockwise.

To decrease the volume,

turn VOLUME control counterclockwise.

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.

Notes:

• By pressing AUDIO VOL + or – repeatedly, you can adjust the

volume level step by step.

• The volume level can be adjusted within 64 steps—

“MIN (minimum),” 01 to 62 and “MAX (maximum).”

• If you have turned off the unit with the volume level set at more than

level “25,” the volume level will be automatically set at level “25” next
time you turn on the unit.

To turn off the sounds temporarily

AUDIO

MUTING

LIVE HOUSE

STADIUM

CONCERT

THEATERDSP OFF

HALL

DSP

SURROUND

PL II MUSIC PL II MOVIE

PL II OFF

From the remote control ONLY:

Press MUTING.

To restore the sound, press MUTING again.

• Pressing AUDIO VOL + or – also restores the sound.

6

Activate Surround or DSP Mode

You can enjoy Dolby Pro Logic II mode and DSP modes.

Dolby Pro Logic II—Pro Logic II Movie and Pro
Logic II Music

7

Stop Playback

Press 7 twice.

Playback stops completely.

• This system can memorize the end point even when
you press 7 once. When you start playback again by
pressing 3, playback begins from where it has been stopped—
Resume play.

To remove the loaded disc

Press 0.

“OPEN” appears on the display and the disc tray comes
out.

To close the disc tray, press 0 again.

To activate Pro Logic II modes

Press SURROUND.

The current Pro Logic II mode appears on the display
for a while.

• Each time you press the button, Pro Logic II mode
changes as follows:

• When Dolby Pro Logic II mode is activated, the PRO LOGIC
II indicator lights up on the display.

– For in-depth information about Dolby Pro Logic II modes, see

“Creating Realistic Sound Fields” on pages 21 to 22.

DSP modes—CONCERT, STADIUM, HALL,
THEATER, LIVE HOUSE

DSP modes take effect only when you enjoy a disc recorded using
Linear PCM.

To activate DSP modes

Press DSP.

The current DSP mode appears on the display for a
while.

• Each time you press the button, DSP mode changes
as follows:

To prohibit disc ejection

On the front panel ONLY:

Press and hold 6 and 4 for more than
3 seconds.
“LOCKED” appears on the display, and the
disc tray is locked.

To cancel the prohibition, press and hold
6 and 4 for more than 3 seconds.
“UNLOCK” appears on the display, and the
disc tray is unlocked.

To turn off the power (into standby)

Press AUDIO (or

STANDBY/ON on the front panel).

The illumination lamp goes off and the STANDBY lamp
lights up.

• If you press AUDIO
panel) while the disc tray is kept open, the disc tray closes
automatically, then the system is turned off.

• A small amount of power is consumed even in standby mode. To
turn the power off completely, unplug the AC power cord.

(or STANDBY/ON on the front

– For in-depth information about DSP modes, see “Creating

Realistic Sound Fields” on pages 21 to 22.

Note:

Before activating the Surround or DSP mode, adjust the speaker
setting to bring out the best performance from this system.
For in-depth information about adjusting the speaker setting, see
“Setting Menu” on pages 53.

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Basic Tuner Operations

AUDIO

FM/AM

SOURCE

DOWN - TUNING - UP

AUDIO VOL

1234

5678

9

TV

VCR

0

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

VCRTV

CENTER

REAR-RREAR-L

SETTINGCLEAR

DVD FM/AM

CONTROL

AUX

TV/VIDEO

MUTING

REC/MEMORY

SEARCH

TOP
MENU

MENU

CHOICE

DOWN - TUNING - UP

SLOW

AUDIO

RETURN DIMMER DSP

SLEEP

RM-STHA35J

DVD THEATER SYSTEM

SURROUND

SUB TITLE ANGLE ZOOM

ON SCREEN

TEST FM MODE

SUBWOOFER

TV VOL

AUDIO VOL

SOUND

ENTER

PROGRESSIVE

VOLUME

DVD

TUNER FM

TUNER AM

ANALOG INDIGITAL IN

MUTING

1

AUDIO

2

FM/AM

3

AUDIO VOL
+ / –

4

TUNING
DOWN/UP

MUTING

On the front panel:

Press SOURCE repeatedly until the desired band
(TUNER FM or TUNER AM) appears on the
display.

The last received station of the selected band is tuned into.

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

3

Adjust the Volume

From the remote control :

To increase the volume,

press and hold AUDIO VOL +.

To decrease the volume,

press and hold AUDIO VOL –.

On the front panel :

To increase the volume,

turn VOLUME control clockwise.

To decrease the volume,

turn VOLUME control counterclockwise.

5

DSP

For in-depth information about tuner operations, see
“Tuner Operations” on pages 48 to 49.

1

Press AUDIO (or STANDBY/ON on the front
panel).

The STANDBY lamp goes off and the illumination lamp
lights up on the center unit.
The source indication selected previously appears on the
display.

2

From the remote control:

Press FM/AM.

The last received station of the selected band is tuned
into.

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

16

Turn On the Power

Select the Band

5

SURROUND

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.

Notes:

• By pressing AUDIO VOL + or – repeatedly, you can adjust the
volume level step by step.

• The volume level can be adjusted within 64 steps—
“MIN (minimum),” 01 to 62 and “MAX (maximum).”

• If you have turned off the unit with the volume level set at more than

level “25,” the volume level will be automatically set at level “25” next
time you turn on the unit.

To turn off the sounds temporarily

From the remote control ONLY:

Press MUTING.

To restore the sound, press MUTING again.

• Pressing AUDIO VOL + or – also restores the sound.

4

Tune into a Station

From the remote control:

Press and hold TUNING UP or DOWN until
the station frequency starts changing
continuously on the display.

The system starts searching for a station.
When a station of sufficient signal strength is tuned in, the system
stops searching, and the TUNED indicator lights up on the display.

On the front panel:

Press and hold 4 or ¢ until the station frequency starts
changing continuously on the display.

AUDIO

LIVE HOUSE

STADIUM

CONCERT

THEATERDSP OFF

HALL

DSP

SURROUND

PL II MUSIC PL II MOVIE

PL II OFF

Notes:

• When an FM stereo program is received, the STEREO indicator
also lights up.

• When you press the button repeatedly, the frequency changes step
by step.

5

Activate Surround or DSP Mode

You can enjoy Dolby Pro Logic II mode and DSP modes.

Dolby Pro Logic II—Pro Logic II Movie and Pro
Logic II Music

To activate Pro Logic II modes

Press SURROUND.

The current Pro Logic II mode appears on the display
for a while.

• Each time you press the button, Pro Logic II mode changes as

follows:

To turn off the power (into standby)

Press AUDIO (or STANDBY/ON on the front
panel) again.

The illumination lamp goes off and the STANDBY lamp lights up.

• A small amount of power is consumed even in standby mode. To
turn the power off completely, unplug the AC power cord.

• When Dolby Pro Logic II mode is activated, the
II indicator lights up on the display.

– For in-depth information about Dolby Pro Logic II modes, see

“Creating Realistic Sound Fields” on pages 21 to 22.

PRO LOGIC

DSP modes—CONCERT, STADIUM, HALL,
THEATER, LIVE HOUSE

To activate DSP modes

Press DSP.

The current DSP mode appears on the display for a
while.

• Each time you press the button, DSP mode changes as
follows:

– For in-depth information about DSP modes, see “Creating

Realistic Sound Fields” on pages 21 to 22.

Note:

Before activating the Surround or DSP mode, adjust the speaker
setting to bring out the best performance from this system.
For in-depth information about adjusting the speaker setting, see
“Setting Menu” on pages 53.

17

Other Basic Operations

AUX

TV

VCR

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

VCRTV

CENTER

REAR-RREAR-L

TEST

DVD FM/AM

CONTROL

AUX

TV/VIDEO

MUTING

REC/MEMORY

SEARCH

TOP
MENU

MENU

CHOICE

DOWN - TUNING - UP

SLOW

AUDI O

RETURN DIMMER DSP

SLEEP

RM-STHA35J

DVD THEATER SYSTEM

SURROUND

SUB TITLE ANGLE ZOOM

ON SCREEN

CLEAR SETTING FM MODE

SUBWOOFER

TV VOL

AUDI O VOL

SOUND

ENTER

1234

5678

90

PROGRESSIVE

DVD

TUNER FM

TUNER AM

ANALOG INDIGITAL IN

SOURCE

ANALOG IN DIGITAL IN

AUDIO VOL

VOLUME

MUTING

On the front panel:

Press SOURCE repeatedly until “ANALOG IN”
or “DIGITAL IN” appears on the display.

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

AUX

MUTING

AUDIO VOL
+/–

3/2

ENTER

DIMMER

SURROUND

DSP

Enjoying Sounds from the External
Component

You can enjoy sounds from the external equipment connected to the
OPTICAL DIGITAL IN terminal or ANALOG IN jacks on the rear
panel of the center unit.

1

Select AUX as the source.

From the remote control:

Press AUX.

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

ANALOG IN : Select this to enjoy the external equipment

DIGITAL IN : Select this to enjoy the external equipment

connected to the ANALOG IN jacks.

connected to the OPTICAL DIGITAL IN
terminal.

2

Start playback on the external equipment.

• For in-depth information about the external equipment, see the
manual supplied for it

3

Adjust the Volume

From the remote control :

To increase the volume,

press and hold AUDIO VOL +.

To decrease the volume,

press and hold AUDIO VOL –.

On the front panel :

To increase the volume,

turn VOLUME control clockwise.

To decrease the volume,

turn VOLUME control counterclockwise.

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.

Notes:

• By pressing AUDIO VOL + or – repeatedly, you can adjust the

volume level step by step.

• The volume level can be adjusted within 64 steps—

“MIN (minimum),” 01 to 62 and “MAX (maximum).”

• If you have turned off the unit with the volume level set at more

than level “25,” the volume level will be automatically set at level
“25” next time you turn on the unit.

To turn off the sounds temporarily

From the remote control ONLY:

Press MUTING.

To restore the sound, press MUTING again.

• Pressing AUDIO VOL + or – also restores the
sound.

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