JVC TH-A5R 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

DIGITAL

SURROUND

DIGITAL

COMPACT

DIGITAL VIDEO

STANDBY

AUDIO/FM MODE

DSP

VOLUME SOURCE

DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM TH-A5R

STANDBY/ON

DISPLAY

TV/VIDEO

TOP MENU

AUDIO

TUNER PRESET

ENTER

VCR CHANNEL

TUNING

DVD FM/AM AUX MUTING

STANDBY/ON

VCR

CONTROL

AUDIO/

FM MODE

SUBTITLE

RETURN

STEP

OFF

TV VOLUME

TV CHANNEL

VOLUME

B.SEARCH F.SEARCH

DOWN UP

REW FF

RM-STHA5R

DVD CINEMA SYSTEM

TH-A5R

Consists of XV-THA5R and SP-THA5R

INSTRUCTIONS

LVT0837-004A

[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 ––STANDBY/ON switch!

Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. The STANDBY/ON button in any position does not disconnect the mains line. The power can be remote controlled.

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 use this apparatus in a bathroom or places with water. Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted plants, cups, etc.) on top of this apparatus.

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IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT PRODUCTO LASER CLASE 1

REPRODUCTION OF LABELS

1 CLASSIFICATION LABEL, PLACED ON EXTERIOR SURFACE

2 WARNING LABEL, PLACED INSIDE THE UNIT

1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

2. CAUTION: Invisible laser radiation when open and interlocks defeated. Avoid 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 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.

Spacing 15 cm or more

Wall or obstructions

XV-THA5R

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 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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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

Basic DVD Operations ................................ 10

1 Turn On the Power ............................................................... 10

2 Load a DVD ......................................................................... 10

3 Start Playback ...................................................................... 10

4 Adjust the Volume ................................................................ 10

5 Activate Realistic Sound Field............................................. 11

6 Stop Playback ...................................................................... 11

Basic VCD/CD Operations .......................... 12

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

2 Load a VCD/CD .................................................................. 12

3 Start Playback ...................................................................... 12

4 Adjust the Volume ................................................................ 12

5 Activate Realistic Sound Field............................................. 13

6 Stop Playback ...................................................................... 13

Basic Tuner Operations .............................. 14

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

2 Select the Band .................................................................... 14

3 Adjust the Volume ................................................................ 14

4 Tune into a Station ............................................................... 14

Other Basic Operations .............................. 15

Enjoying Sounds from the External Equipment....................... 15

Turning Off the Power with the Timer ..................................... 15

Speaker Settings ....................................... 16

Setting the Speaker Information............................................... 16

Setting the Delay Time............................................................. 17

Creating Realistic Sound Fields ................... 18

7 Dolby Digital and DTS Digital Surround............................. 18

7 Dolby Surround .................................................................... 18

7 DSP (Digital Signal Processor) Modes ................................ 19

Adjusting Stereo Sound............................................................ 20

Adjusting Dolby Digital and DTS Digital Surround................ 21

Activating Dynamic Range Compression ................................ 21

Adjusting Dolby Surround ....................................................... 22

Adjusting DSP Modes .............................................................. 23

Adjusting DSP Sound Parameters ............................................ 24

Disc Introduction—DVD/VCD/CD ................ 25

Basic Disc Operations ................................ 26

DVD Playback ........................................... 27

Showing the On-Screen Bar ..................................................... 27

Selecting the Subtitles .............................................................. 28

Selecting the Audio Languages ................................................ 28

Selecting the Multi-Angle Views ............................................. 28

Checking the Remaining Time................................................. 29

Disc Menu-Driven Playback .................................................... 29

Moving to a Particular Portion Directly ................................... 29

Searching for a Particular Point ............................................... 30

Repeating Playback .................................................................. 30

7 Repeat Play ........................................................................... 30

7 A–B Repeat ........................................................................... 30

Programming the Playing Order of the Chapters

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

DVD Special Effect Playback .................................................. 33

7 Still Picture/Frame-by-Frame Playback ............................... 33

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

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

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

Showing the On-Screen Bar ..................................................... 34

Checking the Remaining Time................................................. 34

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

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

Searching for a Particular Point ............................................... 35

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

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

7 A–B Repeat ........................................................................... 36

Programming the Playing Order of the Tracks

—Program Play.................................................................. 37

Selecting Playback Channel ..................................................... 38

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

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

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

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

MP3 Introduction ...................................... 40

MP3 Playback ........................................... 41

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

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

Moving to a Particular Track Directly...................................... 43

Repeating Playback .................................................................. 43

Tuner Operations ....................................... 44

Tuning in Stations .................................................................... 44

Using Preset Tuning ................................................................. 45

Selecting the FM Reception Mode ........................................... 45

Using the RDS (Radio Data System)

to Receive FM Stations ...................................................... 46

Searching for a Program by PTY Codes .................................. 47

Switching to a Traffic Announcement Temporarily ................. 48

7 How the Enhanced Other Network function

actually works .................................................................... 48

7 Description of the PTY codes .............................................. 49

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

Setting the Initial Languages .................................................... 50

Introducing the DVD Preference (System) .............................. 51

Setting the Parental (Rating) Level .......................................... 53

Operating JVC’s Components ...................... 54

Operating Other Manufacturers’ TV ............ 55

Maintenance ............................................. 56

Troubleshooting ......................................... 57

Specifications............................................ 58

Parts Identification

DIGITAL

SURROUND

DIGITAL

COMPACT

DIGITAL VIDEO

STANDBY

AUDIO/FM MODE

DSP

VOLUME SOURCE

DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM TH-A5R

STANDBY/ON

1 2345 6 78

q wp9

546789

L C R

LFE

S RS

LINEAR PCM

TITLE

TUNED

PROGRAM PBC

MHz k

RDS

DSP

Center Unit

Front Panel

See pages in the parentheses for details.

Front Panel

1 STANDBY/ON button and STANDBY lamp (10 – 14) 2 AUDIO/FM MODE button (28, 38, 45) 3 Multi operation buttons

• 4, ¢, and 7

4 Disc tray (10, 12) 5 0 (open/close) button (10 – 13, 32, 37, 41)

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

6 Display window

7 Remote sensor 8 3/8 (play/pause) button (10, 12, 26, 41)

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

9 DSP button (11, 13, 23) p VOLUME + and – buttons (10, 12, 14) q SOURCE button (14, 15, 44, 45) w Illumination lamp (10, 12, 14)

Display window

See pages in the parentheses for details.

Display

1 Sound signal indicators (11, 13, 18)

and LINEAR PCM

• PRO LOGIC, DOLBY DIGITAL, DTS,

2 TITLE indicator (26) 3 RDS indicator (46) 4 Tuner mode indicators (14, 44, 45)

5 TA indicator (48)

• TUNED and ST (stereo)

6 PROGRAM indicator (31, 37, 45) 7 DSP indicator (23) 8 PBC (Play Back Control) indicator (34, 35) 9 Frequency unit indicators

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

p Audio channel indicators

• Indicates audio channels currently being played back.

q Main display

RETURN

STEP

TV/VIDEO

TV VOL

TUNER PRESET

VOLUME

VCR CHANNEL TUNING

DVD

FM/AM

AUX

MUTE

ENTER

L E

A R

CLEAR

GO TO

R E

REMAIN

E P

SLEEP

E FFE

EFFECT

G RA

PROGRAM

P E

REPEAT

E PE

REPEAT

A N

ANGLE

T S

NTSC/PALAL

E ST

DIGEST

DSPDSP M

D E

MODE

SET U

T E

S T

TEST TO

ONE

P R

PRO LOGIC

K M

O D

SPK MODE

S O

N D

SOUND EDIT

S LO

SLOW

+10+10

Z O

ZOOM

A <–>

<–> B

RM-STHA5R

DVD CINEMA SYSTEM

DISPLAY

TV/VIDEO

TOP MENU

AUDIO

TUNING

ENTER

VCR CHANNEL

TUNER PRESET

DVD FM/AM AUX MUTING

STANDBY/ON

VCR

2 3

4 5

VCR

CONTROL

AUDIO/

FM MODE

SUBTITLE

RETURN

STEP

OFF

TV VOLUME

TV CHANNEL

6 7 8 9

i o

;

VOLUME

B.SEARCH F.SEARCH

DOWN UP

REW

RM-STHA5R

DVD CINEMA SYSTEM

CLEAR SLEEP

EFFECTREPEAT

ANGLE ZOOM

D.R.C

DSP MODE

SETUP

TEST

PRO LOGIC

SETTINGPTY – PTY +PTY SEARCH

SOUNDRDS DISPLAY TA

DVD AUX MUTING

2 3

4 5

6 7 8

A-B REPEAT

REMAIN

PROGRAM

FM/AM

SLOW

p q

w e r

t y

u i o

Remote Control

See pages in the parentheses for details.

Remote Control

Inside of the Cover

1 STANDBY/ON 2 VCR

button (54)

AUDIO button (10 – 14)

3 TV button (10, 12, 54, 55) 4 MENU button (29, 35) 5 TOP MENU button (29) 6 AUDIO/FM MODE button (28, 38, 45) 7 SUBTITLE button (28) 8 DISPLAY button (27, 34, 41) 9 RETURN button (35, 51, 52) p 4, 7, 3/

, and ¢ buttons TUNER PRESET UP and DOWN buttons (45) FF (Fast-forward) and REW (Rewind) buttons

• Pressing 3/

also turns on the power.

q VCR CHANNEL + and – buttons (54)

TUNING + and – buttons (14, 44) ¡ F. (Forward) SEARCH and 1 B. (Back) SEARCH buttons

w Menu operation buttons

• 3, 2, 5, and ∞ buttons

• ENTER button

e VOLUME + and – buttons (10, 12, 14) r Source selecting buttons (14, 15, 44)

• DVD, FM/AM, AUX

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

t VCR CONTROL ON and OFF buttons (54)

IMPORTANT:

If you press VCR CONTROL ON, this remote control will work ONLY for the JVC’s VCR. When you want to operate the system again, press VCR CONTROL OFF.

y TV CHANNEL + and – buttons (54, 55) u TV VOLUME + and – buttons (54, 55) i TV/VIDEO button (10, 12, 54, 55) o STEP button (33, 39) ; MUTING button (10, 12)

To open the cover of the remote control, push here, then slide downward.

Inside of the Cover

1 Number buttons

(29, 35, 43, 54, 55) RDS DISPLAY button (46) TA button (48) PTY + and – buttons (47) PTY SEARCH button (47)

2 SLOW button (33, 39) 3 ZOOM button (33, 39) 4 ANGLE button (28) 5 REPEAT button (30, 36, 43) 6 A–B REPEAT button

(31, 36)

7 CLEAR button (29, 35, 38) 8 SEARCH button

9 SOUND button (20 – 24) p SETTING button (16, 17) q PRO LOGIC button

(15, 17, 22)

w SETUP button (51 – 53) e TEST button (19) r D.R.C button (21) t DSP MODE button

(11, 13, 23, 24)

y EFFECT button (24) u PROGRAM button

(31, 32, 37, 45)

i SLEEP button (15) o REMAIN button (29, 34)

(29, 35, 43)

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 antenna. 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

5 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 length 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 UM-4“AAA”/IEC “R03” 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.

Y/C

COMP.

MIN MIN MIN MIN

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)

Cooling fan (See “About the cooling fan” below.)

FM antenna connection

Connect the supplied FM antenna to the FM 75 Ω COAXIAL 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 and H terminals. Turn the loop until you have the best reception.

• If reception is poor, connect an outdoor single vinyl-covered wire to the AM 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.

About the cooling fan

A cooling fan is mounted on the rear panel of the center unit to prevent abnormal temperature inside the center unit, thus assuring normal operation of the unit. The cooling fan automatically starts rotating to supply external cool air to the inside of the center unit when the internal temperature goes up.

For safety, observe the following carefully.

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

• DO NOT block the cooling fan and the ventilation openings or holes. (If they are blocked by a newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to get out.)

Getting Started

Subwoofer

Left rear

speaker

Right front

speaker

Right rear

speaker

To center speaker

To left front speaker

To right front speaker

To left rear speaker

To right rear speaker

To subwoofer

Left front

speaker

DIGITAL

SURROUND

DIGITAL

COMPACT

DIGITAL VIDEO

STANDBY

AUDIO/FM MODE

DSP

VOLUME SOURCE

DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM TH-A5R

STANDBY/ON

Center unit

Y/C

COMP.

Center speaker

MIN MIN MIN

MIN

Speaker Layout Diagram

Connecting the Speakers

Left front

speaker

Right front

speaker

Right rear

speaker

Subwoofer

Left rear

speaker

Center speaker

132

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

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

• Connect the white cord to the red (+) terminal, and the black cord to the black (–) terminal respectively.

CAUTION:

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

Connecting speaker cords to the terminals

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 non-directional, you can place a subwoofer wherever you like. Normally place it in front of you.

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 the Delay Time” on page 17.

Press and hold the terminal clamp.

Insert the speaker cord.

Release the finger from the clamp.

Note:

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

Note:

You can change the phase of subwoofer sounds by connecting the speaker cords to the terminals inversely—the white cord to the black terminal, and the black cord to the red terminal. You may get the more effective bass sounds by changing the phase.

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.

Getting Started

Y/C

COMP.

DBS Tuner

Center unit

MD Recorder

Cassette Deck

OUT

LEFT

RIGHT

AUDIO

VCR

MIN

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 cord supplied with the other component or purchase it at an electric appliance store.

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.

Y/C

COMP.

Y/C

COMP.

MINMIN

MIN

Y/C

COMP.

Y/C

COMP.

TV connection

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

Video cord (supplied) SCART cable (not supplied)

S-video cord (not supplied)

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

For using the composite video cord or S-video cord

• If your TV has S-video (Y/C-separation) jack, connect it using an S-video cord (not supplied)B. By using this jack, you can get a better picture quality than using composite video cord connection A.

Illustrations below are typical examples. When you connect the TV, refer also to its manual since the terminal names actually printed on the rear vary among the components.

For using the SCART cable ( C)

• If S-Video (Y/C-separation) is equipped for your TV, set Y/C–COMP. selector of the center unit to Y/C. You can get a better picture quality by using S-Video (Y/C-separation) setting.

• If S-Video (Y/C-separation) is not equipped for your TV, set Y/C–COMP. selector to COMP.

Y/C–COMP. selector

Note:

On the rear panel SCART cable is indicated as “AV OUT.” However, this terminal is designed as video output. So, no sound comes out.

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

Note:

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

Basic DVD Operations

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

DVD FM/AM AUX MUTING

VOLUME

TUNER PRESET

DISPLAY

B.SEARCH

DOWN

REW

F.SEARCH

RETURN STEP TV/VIDEO

TV VOLUME

TV CHANNEL

SUBTITLE

TOP MENU

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

VCR OFF ON

VCR

CONTROL

TUNER PRESET

ENTER

VOLUME

AUDIO/

FM MODE

VCR CHANNEL

TUNING

DVD FM/AM AUX MUTING

123

REMAIN

PROGRAM

D.R.CZOOM

SETUP

SLEEP

EFFECT

DSP MODE

TEST

PRO LOGIC

SETTING

SOUND

PTY –

RDS DISPLAY

PTY SEARCH PTY +

CLEAR

REPEAT

ANGLE

SLOW

A-B REPEAT

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.

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

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.

TV/VIDEO

VOLUME –

3/8

VOLUME +

MUTING

DSP MODE

For in-depth information about DVD operations, see pages 25 to 33.

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 TV

Turn On the Power

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 55.)

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

screen—into the desired language, see “Setting the Initial Languages” on pages 50 and 51.

CORRECT INCORRECT

Start Playback

Press 3/8.

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

• You can also start playback by closing the disc tray using 0 on the front panel.

Adjust the Volume

To increase the volume, press and hold VOLUME +. To decrease the volume, press and hold VOLUME –.

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 VOLUME + or – repeatedly, you can adjust the volume

level step by step.

• The volume level can be adjusted within 71 steps—“MIN

(minimum),” 01 to 69, and “MAX (maximum).”

To turn off the sounds temporarily

From the remote control ONLY:

Press MUTING.

To restore the sound, press

MUTING again.

• Pressing VOLUME + or – also restores the sound.

Press STANDBY/ON STANDBY/ON

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

on the front panel).

AUDIO (or

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

HALL

PAVILIONTHEATER

Normal

indication

(canceled)

LIVE CLUB

DANCE CLUB

DSP MODE

TUNER PRESET

Activate Realistic Sound Field

Stop Playback

You can enjoy two kinds of surround—Digital Multichannel Surround (Dolby Digital and DTS Digital Surround) 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—the DOLBY DIGITAL or DTS indicator lights up on the display.

Sound signal indicators on the display

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 18 and 21.

DSP modes—HALL, THEATER, PAVILION, DANCE CLUB, LIVE CLUB

DSP modes take effect only when you enjoy a disc recorded using Linear PCM—the LINEAR PCM indicator lights up on the display.

Press 7 twice.

Playback stops completely and “DVD” appears on the display. (The DVD player goes on working for 3 minutes after playback stops.)

• This system can memorize the end point even when you press 7 once. When you start playback again by pressing 3/8, 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.

• If you do not press the button, the disc tray closes automatically after 35 seconds.

To turn off the power (into standby)

Press STANDBY/ON AUDIO (or STANDBY/ON

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

• If you press STANDBY/ON STANDBY/ON 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.

on the front panel).

AUDIO (or

on the front panel) while the disc tray is kept

Sound signal indicators on the display

To activate DSP modes

Press DSP MODE (or DSP on the front panel).

The DSP indicator lights up and 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 19, 23, and 24.

Note:

Before activating the realistic sound field, adjust the speaker setting to bring out the best performance from this system. For in-depth information about adjusting the speaker setting, see “Speaker Settings” on pages 16 and 17.

Basic VCD/CD Operations

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

DVD FM/AM AUX MUTING

VOLUME

TUNER PRESET

DISPLAY

B.SEARCH

DOWN

REW

F.SEARCH

RETURN STEP TV/VIDEO

TV VOLUME

TV CHANNEL

SUBTITLE

TOP MENU

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

VCR OFF ON

VCR

CONTROL

TUNER PRESET

ENTER

VOLUME

AUDIO/

FM MODE

VCR CHANNEL

TUNING

DVD FM/AM AUX MUTING

123

REMAIN

PROGRAM

D.R.CZOOM

SETUP

SLEEP

EFFECT

DSP MODE

TEST

PRO LOGIC

SETTING

SOUND

PTY –

RDS DISPLAY

PTY SEARCH PTY +

CLEAR

REPEAT

ANGLE

SLOW

A-B REPEAT

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

TV/VIDEO

VOLUME –

VOLUME +

MUTING

3/8

Load a VCD/CD

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.

Start Playback

DSP MODE

For in-depth information about VCD/CD operations, see pages 25, 26, and 34 to 39.

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 55.)

• For changing the OSD messages—the information on the TV screen—into the desired language, see “Setting the Initial Languages” on pages 50 and 51.

Press 3/8.

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

• You can also start playback by closing the disc tray using 0 on the front panel.

Adjust the Volume

To increase the volume, press and hold VOLUME +. To decrease the volume, press and hold VOLUME –.

CAUTION:

Notes:

• By pressing VOLUME + or – repeatedly, you can adjust the volume

level step by step.

• The volume level can be adjusted within 71 steps—“MIN

(minimum),” 01 to 69, and “MAX (maximum).”

Press STANDBY/ON STANDBY/ON

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

AUDIO (or

on the front panel).

To turn off the sounds temporarily

From the remote control ONLY:

Press MUTING.

To restore the sound, press

MUTING again.

• Pressing VOLUME + or – also restores the sound.

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

HALL

PAVILIONTHEATER

Normal

indication

(canceled)

LIVE CLUB

DANCE CLUB

DSP MODE

TUNER PRESET

Activate Realistic Sound Field

Stop Playback

You can enjoy DSP modes.

DSP modes—HALL, THEATER, PAVILION, DANCE CLUB, LIVE CLUB

DSP modes take effect only when you enjoy a disc recorded using Linear PCM—the LINEAR PCM indicator lights up on the display.

Sound signal indicators on the display

To activate DSP modes

Press DSP MODE (or DSP on the front panel).

The DSP indicator lights up and 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 19, 23, and 24.

Note:

Press 7 twice.

Playback stops completely and “VCD” or “CD” appears on the display. (The DVD player goes on working for 3 minutes after playback stops.)

• This system can memorize the end point even when you press 7 once. When you start playback again by pressing 3/8, 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.

• If you do not press the button, the disc tray closes automatically after 35 seconds.

To turn off the power (into standby)

Press STANDBY/ON AUDIO (or STANDBY/ON

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

• If you press STANDBY/ON STANDBY/ON 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.

on the front panel).

AUDIO (or

on the front panel) while the disc tray is kept

Basic Tuner Operations

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

DVD FM/AM AUX MUTE

DVD player* AUX IN

FMAM

SOURCE

B.SEARCH F.SEARCH

VCR CHANNEL

TUNING

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

VOLUME

DISPLAY

B.SEARCH

DOWN

REW

F.SEARCH

RETURN STEP TV/VIDEO

TV VOLUME

TV CHANNEL

SUBTITLE

TOP MENU

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

VCR OFF ON

VCR

CONTROL

TUNER PRESET

ENTER

VOLUME

AUDIO/

FM MODE

VCR CHANNEL

TUNING

DVD FM/AM AUX MUTING

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

TUNING –

VOLUME –

FM/AM

TUNING +

VOLUME +

MUTING

Adjust the Volume

To increase the volume, press and hold VOLUME +. To decrease the volume, press and hold VOLUME –.

CAUTION:

Notes:

• By pressing VOLUME + or – repeatedly, you can adjust the volume

level step by step.

• The volume level can be adjusted within 71 steps—“MIN

(minimum),” 01 to 69, and “MAX (maximum).”

• You can turn off the sounds temporarily by pressing MUTING.

Tune into a Station

For in-depth information about tuner operations, see “Tuner Operations” on pages 44 to 49.

Turn On the Power

Press STANDBY/ON 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.

Select the Band

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.

On the front panel:

Press SOURCE repeatedly until the desired band (FM or 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:

* “WAIT” appears on the display.

From the remote control:

Press and hold TUNING + or – until the station frequency starts changing continuously on the display.

The system starts searching for a station.

On the front panel:

1) Press 7 so that “MANUAL” appears on the display.

2) Press and hold ¢ or 4 until the station frequency starts

changing continuously on the display.

The system starts searching for a station.

Notes:

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

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

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

To turn off the power (into standby)

Press STANDBY/ON AUDIO (or STANDBY/ON

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.

on the front panel) again.

Other Basic Operations

10 20 30 60

150 120 90

OFF

(Canceled)

SLEEP

DVD player* AUX IN

FMAM

DVD FM/AM AUX MUTE

SOURCE

SLEEP

ENTER

VOLUME

DVD FM/AM AUX MUTING

123

REMAIN

PROGRAM

D.R.C

SETUP

SLEEP

EFFECT

DSP MODE

TEST

PRO LOGIC

SETTING

SOUND

PTY –

RDS DISPLAY

PTY SEARCH PTY +

CLEAR

REPEAT

ANGLE

SLOW

A-B REPEAT

ZOOM

PRO LOGIC

3 STEREO

STEREO

(canceled)

PRO LOGIC

Turning Off the Power with the Timer

You can fall asleep while listening to music—Sleep Timer.

AUX

PRO LOGIC

SLEEP

Enjoying Sounds from the External Equipment

You can enjoy sounds from the external equipment connected to the AUX IN jacks on the rear panel of the center unit.

• When you listen to sounds encoded with Dolby Surround, you can enjoy Dolby Surround.

Select AUX as the source.

From the remote control:

Press AUX.

From the remote control ONLY:

Press SLEEP.

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

When the shut-off time comes, the system turns off automatically.

To check or change the time remaining until the shut-off time

Press SLEEP once.

The remaining time (in minutes) appears on the display.

• By pressing SLEEP, you can change the shut-off time.

To cancel the Sleep Timer

Press SLEEP repeatedly until “OFF” appears on the display.

• Turning off the power also cancels the Sleep Timer.

On the front panel:

Press SOURCE repeatedly until “AUX IN” appears on the display.

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

* “WAIT” appears on the display.

Start playback on the external equipment.

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

Press PRO LOGIC to activate Dolby Surround.

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

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

• When Dolby Surround activates, the PRO LOGIC indicator

lights up on the display.

Realistic Sound Fields” on pages 18 and 22.

+ 44 hidden pages

JVC TH-A5R User Manual

Warnings, Cautions and Others

Table of Contents

Parts Identification

Getting Started

Basic DVD Operations

Basic VCD/CD Operations

Basic Tuner Operations

Other Basic Operations