JVC TH-A9R User Manual

DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM

TH-A9R

Consists of XV-THA9R, SP-PWA9, SP-XCA9, and SP-XSA9

SP-XSA9

SP-XCA9

DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM TH-A9R

SP-XSA9

CONTROL

RDS DISPLAY

AUX

TITLE

ZOOM

VCR

SLEEP

SETTING

PLAY MODE

THEATER POSITION

PTY

REC

FM/AM

DVD

DECODE

SUBTITLE

TIME

DIGEST

CHOICEANGLERETURN

SUBWOOFER

CENTER

REAR-L

REAR-R

TV RETURN FM MODE

EON SELECT

ENTER

EON

PTY SEARCH

CHANNELTV VOL VOLUME

TV/VIDEO

MUTING

/REW

PLAY

TUNING

STOP

DVD MENU

STANDBY/ON

AUDIOTV

VCR

AUDIO

DISPLAY

SOUND

EFFECT

TEST

100+

DVD RDS

+PTY

DSP MODE

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SP-PWA9

INSTRUCTIONS

XV-THA9R

RM-STHA9R

DVD CINEMA SYSTEM

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.

LVT0562-004A

[B]

Warnings, Cautions and Others

Spacing 15 cm or more

Wall or obstructions

Stand height 5 cm or more

Front

XV-THA9R

Floor

Spacing 15 cm or more

Wall or obstructions

SP-PWA9

Front

Floor

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IMPORTANT for the U.K. DO NOT

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

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

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 pr od uct are coloured in accordance with the following code:

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.

cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If

to replace the fuse only with an identical

make any connection to the terminal which is

Blue : Neutral Brown : Live

Caution: Proper Ventilation

To avoide risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage. Locate the apparatus as follows: Front: No obstructions and open spacing. Sides: No obstructions in 3 cm from the sides. Top: No obstructions in 5 cm from the top. Back: No obstructions in 15 cm from the back Bottom: No obstructions, place on the level surface.

XV-THA9R

SP-PWA9

IF IN DOUBT - CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN. Caution ––

Disconnect the XV-THA9R and SP-PWA9 main plugs to shut the power off completely. The üý button on the XV-THA9R in any position do not disconnect the meins line. The power can be remote controlled.

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.

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IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS

PRODUCTION OF LABELS

1 CLASSIFICATION MARK, PLACED ON REAR

ENCLOSURE

1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

CAUTION:

open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam.

CAUTION:

serviceable parts inside the Unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel.

2 WARNING LABEL, PLACED INSIDE THE UNIT

CAUTION:

radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM. (e)

G-1

G-1G-1

Visible and invisible laser radiation when

Do not open the top cover. There are no user

Invisible laser

CAUTION:

1. 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.)

2. Do not place any naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.

3. When discarding batteries, environmental problem s must be considered and local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.

4. 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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Getting Started ......................................................2

Important cautions ................................................................ 2

Safety precautions................................................................. 2

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

System outline ......................................................3

Installation.............................................................4

To hang satellite speakers from the wall .............................. 4

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

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

Disc structure ........................................................................ 5

Video CDs with Playback Control function .........................5

Connections..........................................................6

Connecting the FM and AM (MW) antennas....................... 6

Connecting the powered sub-woofer.................................... 6

Connecting the TV................................................................ 6

Connecting the TV with the SCART connector...................7

Connecting speakers .............................................................8

Connecting an audio component........................................... 9

Connecting the power cord................................................. 10

Putting batteries in the remote control................................ 10

Parts Identification ..............................................11

Principles of operation ........................................14

Operation with the remote control...................................... 14

On-screen displays.............................................................. 15

Preventing screen burn-out with the screen saver

[SCREEN SAVER] ............................................................ 16

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

To turn the system power supply ON and OFF (standby).. 17

To turn TV power ON and OFF ......................................... 17

Adjusting volume [VOLUME]........................................... 17

Sub-woofer volume control and phase setting.................... 18

Muting the sound [MUTING]............................................. 18

Selecting the source to play ................................................ 18

Changing the decode mode [DECODE]............................. 19

Audio channel display indicator ......................................... 19

Using the Sleep Timer [SLEEP]......................................... 20

Using the DSP Modes [DSP MODE]................................. 20

Using the DVD player .........................................22

To turn on the system and TV ............................................ 22

To insert a disc.................................................................... 22

To play a disc...................................................................... 23

Pausing................................................................................ 24

Fast forward and backward................................................. 24

Locating the beginning ....................................................... 24

Resuming playback............................................................. 25

Selecting playback from the DVD menu............................ 25

Selecting the location to view from the Video CD menu... 26 To specify the title, chapter, or track number for

playback.............................................................................. 26

To play from the beginning of a title, chapter, or track...... 27

To specify the chapter number for playback

[CHAP. SEARCH] ................... .......................................... 27

To specify the time for playback [TIME SEARCH]..........27

To select the screen for playback from the digest screen

[DIGEST]............................................................................ 28

To advance the picture one frame at a time........................ 29

Slow-Motion Playback [SLOW] ........................................ 29

To display Continuous Photos [STROBE]......................... 30

Zooming a scene [ZOOM].................................................. 31

Changing the Subtitle Language [SUBTITLE]..................31

Changing the audio language or sound [AUDIO] .............. 32

Changing the audio channel [AUDIO] ............................... 32

Viewing from Multiple Angles [ANGLE].......................... 33

Selecting the Picture Character [THEATER POSITION].. 34 Repeating a current title, chapter or track, or all tracks

[REPEAT]........................................................................... 34

Repeating a desired part [A-B REPEAT]............................35

Programming the Playing Order [PROGRAM] ..................36

Random Play [RANDOM]..................................................37

To check the DVD function status ......................................37

To check the disc information.............................................38

To check the time information ............................................38

Receiving radio broadcasts.................................40

Tuning in stations manually ................................................40

Using preset tuning.... .................................. ........................40

Selecting the FM reception mode........................................41

Beat cut................................................................................41

Using the RDS (Radio Data System) to receive

FM stations..........................................................................42

What information can RDS signals provide?......................42

Searching for a program by PTY codes ..............................42

Switching to a broadcast program of your choice

temporarily ..........................................................................43

Preference settings.............................................44

Using the preference setting menus.....................................44

LANGUAGE MENU settings...............................45

Choosing menu language ....................................................45

Choosing audio language ....................................................45

Choosing subtitle language .................................................45

Choosing on-screen language..............................................45

DISPLAY MENU settings....................................46

Select monitor type..............................................................46

Screen saver settings ...........................................................46

On-screen guide settings .....................................................46

SYSTEM MENU setting......................................47

AUTO STANDBY..............................................................47

RESUME.............................................................................47

AV COMPULINK MODE..................................................47

Limiting playback by children..............................48

To set Parental Lock for the first time

[PARENTAL LOCK]..........................................................48

To temporarily release the Parental lock.............................49

Amplifier settings.................................................50

Basic operation for setting amplifier...................................50

Setting balance ....................................................................50

Setting tone..........................................................................51

Setting speaker size .............................................................51

Adjusting delay time ................. ........................................ ..51

Adjusting crossover.............................................................52

Adjusting LFE attenuator....................................................52

Adjusting dynamic range.....................................................52

Sound settings .................................................. ..53

Adjusting sub-woofer level.................................................53

Adjusting speaker level .......................................................53

Adjusting DSP effect...........................................................54

Operating Other Manufacturers’ Video

Equipment...........................................................55

Care and handling of discs..................................57

How to handle discs ............................................................57

Troubleshooting ..................................................58

Specifications......................................................59

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Getting Started

Important cautions

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Installation of the unit

• Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold between 5°C and 35°C (41°F and 95°F).

• Leave sufficient distance between the unit and the TV.

• Do not use the unit in a place subject to vibrations.

Power cord

• Do not handle the power cord with wet hands!

• A small amount of power 1.9 W is always consumed while the power cord is connected to the wall outlet. (center unit only)

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

To prevent malfunction of the unit

• There are no user-serviceable parts inside. If anything goes wrong, unplug the power cord and consult your dealer.

• Do not insert any metallic object into the unit.

• Do not use any non-standard shape disc available on the market, because it may damage the unit.

• Do not use a disc with tape, seals, or paste on it, because damage to the unit may result.

Note about the copyguard system

• The DVD disc is protected by the copyguard system. When you connect the unit to your VCR directly, the copyguard system activates and the picture may not be played back correctly.

Checking the supplied accessories

Check to be sure you have all of the following items, which are supplied with the unit. The number in the parentheses indicates quantity of the pieces supplied.

STANDBY/ON

AUDIOTV

VCR

DVD

AUX

FM/AM

DECODE

SUBTITLE

TITLE

AUDIO

TIME

DIGEST

ZOOM

DISPLAY

CHOICEANGLERETURN

SOUND

SUBWOOFER

EFFECT

CONTROL

VCR

CENTER

TEST

REAR-L

SLEEP

REAR-R

SETTING

TV RETURN FM MODE

100+

EON SELECT

DVD PLAY MODE

RDS

ENTER

PTY

+PTY

EON

THEATER

DSP

POSITION

MODE

RDS DISPLAY

PTY SEARCH

CHANNELTV VOL VOLUME

TV/VIDEO

MUTING

F.SEARCHB.SEARCH

/REW

FF/

PLAY

UPDOWN

TUNING

PAUSE

REC

STOP

STROBEMEMORY

DVD MENU

RM-STHA9R

DVD CINEMA SYSTEM

Remote control (1) Batteries (2)

AM (MW) Loop

Antenna (1)

FM Antenna (1) AC Power Cord (1)

Safety precautions

Avoid moisture, water and dust

Do not place your unit in moist or dusty places.

Avoid high temperatures

Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or place it near a heating device.

When you’re away

When away on travel or otherwise for an extended period of time, remove the plug from the wall outlet.

Do not block the vents

Blocking the vents may damage the unit.

Care of the cabinet

When cleaning the unit, use a soft cloth and follow the relevant instructions on the use of chemically-coated cloths. Do not use benzene, thinner or other organic solvents and disinfectants. These may cause deformation or discoloring.

If water gets inside the unit

Turn off the power switch and remove the plug from the wall outlet, then call the store where you made your purchase. Using the unit in this state may cause a fire or electrical shock.

Video Cable (1) System Cable (1)

Speaker Cord 5 m

(16.4 ft) (3)

Satellite speaker wall

Speaker Cord 10m

(32.8 ft) (2)

Screws (2)*

bracket (2)*

* Speaker wall brackets and screws are packed

together with the satellite speakers.

Avoid getting your hand caught in the disc cover

Getting caught may injure your hand.

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System outline

This system consists of the unit containing a DVD player, a radio, and a pre-amp, as well as the powered sub-woofer, the center speaker, and four satellite speaker units. It provides a fully functional DVD cinema system by simply connecting to a TV set.

Center speaker (SP-XCA9)

Front left speaker

Satellite speaker (SP-XSA9)

Rear left speaker

Satellite speaker (SP-XSA9)

The center speaker and the satellite speakers are connected to the powered sub-woofer.

Powered sub-woofer (SP-PWA9)

The center unit and powered sub-woofer are connected with the system cable.

DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM TH-A9R

Front right speaker

Satellite speaker (SP-XSA9)

Rear right speaker

Satellite speaker (SP-XSA9)

The TV is connected to the center unit.

Center unit (XV-THA9R)

AUX

TITLE

ZOOM

CONTROL

VCR

SLEEP

SETTING

PLAY MODE

PTY

THEATER

POSITION

RDS DISPLAY

/REW

REC

DVD CINEMA SYSTEM

STANDBY/ON

DVD

FM/AM

DECODE

SUBTITLE

TIME

DIGEST

CHOICEANGLERETURN

SUBWOOFER

CENTER

REAR-L

REAR-R

TV RETURN FM MODE

EON SELECT

ENTER

EON

PTY SEARCH

CHANNELTV VOL VOLUME

TV/VIDEO

MUTING

PLAY

TUNING

STOP

DVD MENU

RM-STHA9R

AUDIOTV

VCR

AUDIO

DISPLAY

SOUND

EFFECT

TEST

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DVD RDS

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DSP MODE

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Contains a DVD player, radio, and preamp (volume control, tone control), together with a Dolby digital decoder and DTS digital surround decoder for Dolby Surround and DTS Digital Surround effects. For some music software, the DAP mode offers the expanded sound field.

This system is capable of most operations. It may also be used to operate JVC TVs and VCRs, as well as TVs and VCRs from other manufacturers. Note that the remote control unit must be programmed with the correct

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settings when using products from other manufacturers.

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Bracket

Screw

Normal position

Tilting the speaker

Installation

The following shows an example of the system installation.

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System setting example

Satellite speaker

Center unit

Powered sub-woofer

Satellite speaker (rear left speaker)

(front left speaker)

Satellite speaker (front right speaker)

Satellite speaker (rear right speaker)

The rear speakers are placed behind the listening position.

Center speaker

To hang satellite speakers from the wall

Use the supplied bracket to fix satellite speakers to the wall.

CAUTION: ATTACHING THE BRACKETS ON THE WALL

When attaching the brackets on the wall, have them attached to the wall by a qualified person. DO NOT attach the brackets 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.

Location of attachment to wall:

Care is required in selecting a location for attaching satellite 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.

Attaching speakers to the bracket

Use the screw supplied to attach the speaker

to the bracket.

CAUTIONS:

• For safety reasons, always ensure that there is sufficient place behind the powered sub-woofer.

• If the front and rear speakers are placed on the furniture etc., always ensure that they are level.

Adjusting the angle of the satellite speakers

The angle of the speaker may be adjusted along the channel in the bracket. When adjusting the angle, loosen the screw slightly, make the adjustment, and then tighten the screw firmly.

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CAUTION:

If the screw is not tightened firmly, it may cause injury to personnel or damage to equipment.

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About discs

Playable disc types

Playable and non-playable disc types are as follows:

Playable discs

DVD

The DVD Logo is a trademark.

Video CD

Non-playable discs

• DVD-ROM • DVD-RAM • DVD-R • DVD-RW

• CD-R*• CD-ROM • PHOTO CD • CD-RW*

* Audio formatted CD-R and CD-RW can be played.

• Playing back discs list as “Non-playable discs” above may generate noise and damage speakers.

• Only audio can be played for CD-G, CD-EXTRA and CD TEXT.

Notes on DVD discs

• DVD players and DVD discs have their own Region Code numbers. This unit only can play back DVD discs whose Region Code numbers include “2”.

Audio CD

Examples of playable DVD discs:

• This unit accommodates discs for the PAL system.

Disc structure

A DVD disc is comprised of “titles”, while an Audio CD or Video CD is comprised of “tracks”. Each title may be divided into some “chapters”. For example, if a DVD disc contains some movies, each movie may have its own title number, and each movie may be divided into some chapters. In a DVD karaoke disc, each song usually has its own title number and does not have chapters. In general, each title has independent content, while each chapter in the same title has continuity.

Example: DVD disc

Example: Audio CD/Video CD

Video CDs with Playback Control function

What is Playback Control function?

The Playback Control function, allows you to enjoy menu-driven operation and high-resolution still images which have a resolution four times greater than moving pictures.

• Menu-driven playback

You can interact with the screen using a menu display to select and play an entry.

• High-resolution still image display

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

A selection menu is displayed when you start playing a Video CD with the Playback Control feature. The selection menu shows a list of numbers for selection. Some discs may show moving pictures or a divided screen.

1. When a list of numbers is displayed, selecting a number shows its contents.

2. When “3333” or “SELECT” is displayed on the television screen, pressing this button jumps to the specific picture.

3. When the selection menu is re-displayed after you have played your selection, selecting a number again replays its contents.

(Some discs may show the menu screen several times.) When ¢ and 4 are shown, pressing “NEXT” or “PREV” can change the selection menu.

4. After playback, press RETURN to go back to the previous screen.

To stop playback, press STOP.

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Note:

• When a menu is displayed for a long time (about ten minutes), the screen background automatically gets dark to prevent screen burn-in while the setting is suspended.

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MAX

MIN

REVERSR NOMAL

PHASE

SUB WOOFER

CONNECTOR FROM XV - THA9

FRONT SPEAKERS

CENTER SPEAKER

REAR SPEAKERS

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

CAUTION :

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

CAUTION :

LEFT

RIGHT

VOLUME

CONNECTOR TO SP-PWA9

COMPU LINK

AUX IN

ANTENNA

LOOP

AM EXT

S-VIDEO AV

COMP.

Y/C

VIDEO

VIDEO OUT AV OUT

CONNECTOR

FROM XV - THA9

CONNECTOR

TO SP-PWA9

Center unit (XV-THA9R)

Ensure that the £ mark on the plug faces down.

System cable (supplied)

Ensure that the £ mark on the plug faces to the right.

Powered sub-woofer (SP-PWA9)

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

S-video cable (not supplied)

Connect to the TV if it has an S-video input (for higher image quality). Connect the cables with the ∞ mark facing up.

Center unit (XV-THA9R)

Video cable (supplied)

To composite video input

To S-video input

Connections

CAUTION:

• Make all connection before plugging the system in an

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AC outlet.

Connecting the FM and AM (MW) antennas

FM antenna connections

ANTENNA

A.Using the supplied FM antenna

The FM antenna provided can be connected to the FM 75 Ω COAXIAL terminal as temporary measure.

FM Antenna

Extend the supplled FM antenna horizontally.

LOOP

AM EXT

Outdoor FM Antenna Cable

Connecting the powered subwoofer

Use the supplied system cable to connect the powered sub-woofer (SP-PWA9).

CAUTUON:

Use the system cable provided for attaching the center unit and the sub-woofer.

B.Using the standard type connector (Not

supplied)

A standard type connector should be connected to the FM 75 Ω COAXIAL terminal.

Note:

• If reception is poor, connect the outdoor antenna. Before attaching the 75 Ω coaxial cable (the kind with a round wire going to an outdoor antenna), disconnect the supplied FM antenna.

AM (MW) antenna connections

Turn the loop until you have the best reception.

ANTENNA

Notes:

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

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

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AM (MW) Loop Antenna

LOOP

AM EXT

Outdoor single vinyl-covered wire

Connecting the TV

Connect the TV to view video images from the unit.

ANTENNA

VIDEO

VIDEO OUT

AM EXT

S-VIDEO

LOOP

AUX I

COMP.

Y/C

Connecting the TV with the SCART connector

Connections

ConnectionsConnections

AC IN

ANTENNA

VIDEO

VIDEO OUT AV OUT

LOOP

AM EXT

S-VIDEO AV

AUX IN

COMP.

Y/C

CONNECTOR TO SP-PWA9

COMPU LINK

COMP.-Y/C switch

SCART Cable (Not supplied)

Connect the unit’s AV OUT connector with your TV’s SCART connector using an optional SCART cable.

• Set the COMP.-Y/C switch correctly according to your TV. If the TV only accommodates the regular (composite) video signal, set the switch to “COMP”. If the TV accommodates the Y/C signal, set the switch to Y/C so that you can enjoy better-quality pictures.

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.

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Connections

MAX

MIN

REVERSR NOMAL

PHASE

SUB WOOFER

CONNECTOR

FROM XV - THA9

FRONT SPEAKERS

CENTER SPEAKER

REAR SPEAKERS

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

CAUTION :

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

CAUTION :

LEFT

RIGHT

VOLUME

Connections

ConnectionsConnections

Connecting speakers

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Connect the satellite speakers and center speaker to the terminals on the powered sub-woofer using the speaker cords supplied. Labels are attached to the speaker cords to indicate the speaker and terminal to which each is to be connected.

• The four satellite speakers may be used at either front or rear.

• Ensure that the left and right speakers are connected to left and right respectively, and that they are connected with the correct polarity (+ve, –ve). The white speaker cord connects to the + terminal, and the black speaker cord connects to the – terminal.

Twist and remove the insulation at the end of each speaker cord.

FRONT SPEAKERS

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

CAUTION :

LEFT

RIGHT

CENTER SPEAKER

CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

Connecting the front speakers

Connect the right speaker to the FRONT SPEAKERS RIGHT terminal. Connect the left speaker to the FRONT SPEAKERS LEFT terminal.

CAUTION :

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

REAR SPEAKERS

Connecting the rear and center speakers

Connect the right rear speaker to the REAR SPEAKERS RIGHT terminals. Connect the left rear speaker to the REAR SPEAKERS LEFT terminals. Connect the center speaker to the CENTER SPEAKER terminals.

Front right speaker

Front left speaker

Speaker cord (5 m) (16.4 ft)

FRONT RIGHT

FRONT SPEAKERS

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

CAUTION :

FRONT LEFT

Fold the end of the cord to avoid short-circuit. Then,

Black

LEFT

RIGHT

while pushing the lever of the speaker terminal, insert the folded end of the cord into the terminal.

CENTER SPEAKER

CAUTION :

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

White

Black

Rear right speaker

CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

REAR SPEAKERS

Note:

• Mixing up the polarity of the speaker cords can reduce the stereo effect and sound quality.

Center speaker

FRONT SPEAKERS

CENTER

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

CENTER

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

SPEAKER

REAR RIGHT

CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

REAR SPEAKERS

Speaker cord (10 m) (32.8 ft)

CAUTION :

LEFT

RIGHT

CAUTION :

REAR LEFT

Rear left speaker

Speaker cord (5 m) (16.4 ft)

White

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Connecting an audio component

You can connect an analog audio component, such as VCR, TV and MD recorder to this system. Refer also to the manuals supplied with your components.

Use the cable with RCA pin plugs (not supplied). Connect the white plug to the left jack, and the red plug to the right jack.

Connections

ConnectionsConnections

VCR

AC IN

ANTENNA

VIDEO

VIDEO OUT AV OUT

LOOP

AM EXT

S-VIDEO AV

AUX IN

COMP.

Y/C

AUX IN

Audio output

CONNECTOR TO SP-PWA9

COMPU LINK

MD Recorder

Audio output

CAUTION:

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

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Connections

ConnectionsConnections

Connecting the power cord

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Before plugging the center unit and powered sub-woofer into an AC outlets, make sure that all connections have been made.

Plug the power cord into an AC outlet.

The red STANDBY lamp on the center unit lights when the power cord is plugged in.

Keep the power cord away from the connecting cables and the antenna cable. The power cord may cause noise or screen interference. We recommend that you use a coaxial cable to connect the FM outdoor antenna, since it is well-shielded against interference.

Center unit

AM EXT

LOOP

COMP.

Y/C

AC IN

ANTENNA

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

VIDEO OUT

AC power cord

CAUTIONS:

• 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.

Powered sub-woofer

VOLUME

MAX

MIN

PHASE

REVERSR NOMAL

SUB WOOFER

CONNECTOR

FROM XV - THA9

FRONT SPEAKERS

CAUTION :

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

LEFT

RIGHT

CENTER

CAUTION :

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

SPEAKER

CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

REAR SPEAKERS

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.

On the back of the remote control, remove the

battery cover.

Insert batteries. Make sure to match the

polarity: (+) to (–).

Replace the cover.

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

CAUTIONS:

Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking cells:

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

Notes:

• The preset settings such as preset channel and sound adjustment may be erased in a few days in the following cases:

– When you unplug the power cord. – When a power failure occurs.

• The speakers will not produce any sound if the powered sub-woofer power cord is removed from the AC outlet while the center unit is turned on. In this case power will not come on even when the powered sub-woofer power cord is plugged in the AC outlet. Press on the center unit, or AUDIO on the remote control to turn power on. This will turn the powered sub-woofer on and sound will be emitted from the speakers.

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Become familiar with the buttons and controls on the center unit and powered sub-woofer before use. Refer to the pages in parentheses for details.

Parts Identification

Center unit

Front panel (top view)

1 Disc cover (22) 2 SOURCE button (18) 3 SURROUND button (21) 4 DSP mode button (21) 5 DVD control buttons (23, 24,

25)

6 VOLUME +/– button (17)

Front panel (front view)

Rear panel

1 AC IN socket (10) 2 Antenna terminals (6) 3 AUX IN terminals (9) 4 Connector for powered sub-woofer (6) 5 AV COMPU LINK terminals (47) 6 Video output terminals (6, 7) 7 Region code number (5) 8 AV OUT terminal 9 Switch for selecting video output of AV OUT

DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM TH-A9R

AC IN

ANTENNA

VIDEO

VIDEO OUT AV OUT

LOOP

AM EXT

S-VIDEO AV

AUX IN

COMP.

Y/C

CONNECTOR TO SP-PWA9

1 STANDBY/ON button

and STANDBY lamp (17)

2 Display window 3 OPEN/CLOSE button (22) 4 Remote sensor

COMPU LINK

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Parts Identification

Parts IdentificationParts Identification

Display window

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Powered sub-woofer (Front)

Decode mode indicator

2 Radio indicator (40, 41) 3 Multi-information window

Displays time, status information, etc.

4 Audio channel indicator (19) 5 Radio reception mode indicator

(40, 41)

6 RESUME indicator (25) 7 REMAIN indicator (Timer

indicator) (39)

8 PROGRAM indicator (36) 9 EACH indicator (Timer

indicator) (39)

p DSP indicator (21) q SURROUND indicator (21) w RDS reception mode indicator

(42)

1 Speaker 2 POWER ON lamp (17)

(Rear)

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SUB WOOFER

CONNECTOR

FROM XV - THA9

CENTER SPEAKER

VOLUME

MAX

MIN

PHASE

REVERSR NOMAL

FRONT SPEAKERS

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

REAR SPEAKERS

CAUTION :

LEFT

RIGHT

CAUTION :

1 VOLUME knob (18) 2 PHASE button (18) 3 Connector for center unit (6) 4 FRONT SPEAKERS

terminals (8)

5 CENTER SPEAKER

terminals (8)

6 REAR SPEAKERS

terminals (8)

7 Power cord (10)

Remote controls

FM/AM

AUX

SUBTITLE

TITLE

DIGEST

ZOOM

CONTROL

POSITION

RDS DISPLAY

SUBWOOFER

VCR

SLEEP

SETTING

PLAY

MODE

THEATER

CENTER

REAR-L

REAR-R

TV RETURN FM MODE

EON SELECT

PTY

PTY SEARCH

CHANNELTV VOL VOLUME

TV/VIDEO

/REW

PLAY

TUNING

REC

STOP

DVD MENU

RM-STHA9R

DVD CINEMA SYSTEM

ENTER

EON

STANDBY/ON

DVD

DECODE

TIME

CHOICEANGLERETURN

MUTING

AUDIOTV

VCR

AUDIO

DISPLAY

SOUND

EFFECT

TEST

100+

+PTY

DSP

MODE

F.SEARCHB.SEARCH FF/

UPDOWN

PAUSE

STROBEMEMORY

DVD RDS

Parts Identification

Parts IdentificationParts Identification

1 Source selecting buttons (14, 18, 41)

AUX, FM/AM, DVD

2 DVD operating buttons

TITLE (25) SUBTITLE (31) DECODE (19) AUDIO (32) ZOOM (31) DIGEST (28) TIME (38, 39) DISPLAY (37, 38) RETURN (26) ANGLE (33) CHOICE (44)

3 Control buttons VCR/TV (55, 56) 4 SLEEP button (20) 5 SETTING button (50) 6 PLAY MODE button (34, 35, 36, 37) 7 Cursor (EON SELECT, PTY +, PTY

SEARCH, PTY –) and ENTER (EON) buttons (42, 43)

8 THEATER POSITION (RDS

DISPLAY MODE) button (42)

9 TV VOL +, – button (55) p TV/VIDEO button (55) q DVD MENU button (25) w STANDBY/ON buttons

AUDIO (17, 22) TV (17, 22, 55, 56) VCR (56)

e SOUND button (53, 54) r Number buttons t Remote control mode selector (55)

DVD, RDS

y DSP MODE button (21) u CHANNEL +, – button (55, 56) i VOLUME +, – button (17) o MUTING button (18) ; Operating buttons (23, 24, 40, 41)

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Principles of operation

The system may be operated via the remote control or the buttons on the center unit, or via the menu on the screen.

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Operation with the remote control

Select the appropriate mode for the remote control when the remote control is used for operation. The remote control mode is selected by pressing the source selecting buttons.

Press DVD:

Press FM/AM: Press AUX:

Source selecting buttons

The DVD operation buttons, number buttons, PLAY MODE button, THEATER POSITION button and operating buttons operate in DVD mode, enabling operation of the DVD, Audio CD, and Video CD discs. The number buttons and operating buttons operate in the radio mode. In Radio mode, nothing will be displayed on the TV.

Press to listen to sound inputted to the AUX jacks. In AUX mode, only the VOLUME + and – buttons ar e operable. Also, nothing will be displayed on the TV.

DVD button

STANDBY/ON

DVD

DECODE

TIME

CHOICEANGLERETURN

AUDIOTV

VCR

AUDIO

DISPLAY

SOUND

EFFECT

TEST

100+

DVD RDS

+PTY

DSP

MODE

Number buttons

Set to

RDS

RDS with FM broadcasts. RDS may be used by using the cursor and pressing the ENTER

to use

FM/AM button

AUX button

DVD operating buttons

PLAY MODE

THEATER POSITION

AUX

TITLE

ZOOM

CONTROL

VCR

SLEEP

SETTING

PLAY

MODE

PTY

THEATER

POSITION

RDS DISPLAY

FM/AM

SUBTITLE

DIGEST

SUBWOOFER

CENTER

REAR-L

REAR-R

TV RETURN FM MODE

EON SELECT

ENTER

EON

PTY SEARCH

and THEATER

CHANNELTV VOL VOLUME

POSITION button. Set to

DVD

to use

other than RDS.

MUTING

/REW

REC

TV/VIDEO

PLAY

TUNING

STOP

DVD MENU

F.SEARCHB.SEARCH FF/

PAUSE

STROBEMEMORY

UPDOWN

Operating buttons

RM-STHA9R

DVD CINEMA SYSTEM

Note:

• The remote control mode is affected by the source selecting buttons as well as the SOUND, VCR, TV buttons, and the remote control mode selector (DVD-RDS). See pages 42, 53 and 55 for details.

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On-screen displays

The center unit provides several on-screen displays. With some displays, you can set or select preferences or functions, while the others are display-only.

Opening screens

The Opening screen appears automatically in some conditions. At the bottom, the following information are indicated depending on the center unit’s status.

• NOW READING: The center unit is now reading the disc information (TOC).

• REGION CODE ERROR!: The DVD disc loaded cannot be played because the region code of the disc does not match the center unit.

• OPEN: The disc cover is now opening.

• CLOSE: The disc cover is now closing.

Opening display

NOW READING

Play mode displays

While stopped

REPEAT PROGRAM RANDOM

During DVD playback

DVD CONTROL

REPEAT A-B REPEAT TIME SEARCH CHAP. SEARCH

During Audio CD playback

CD CONTROL

REPEAT A-B REPEAT TIME SEARCH

Status displays

DVD function status

1 / 2 1 / 2 1 / 2

ENGLISH ENGLISH

Disc/time (DVD)

TITLE CHAP. TIME BITRATE

1 25 2:25:25 3.3

Disc/time (Audio CD/Video CD without PBC)

1 0:08

TRACK TIME

EACH REMAIN

Mbps

During Video CD playback

VCD CONTROL

REPEAT A-B REPEAT TIME SEARCH PBC CALL

Disc/time (Video CD with PBC)

TRACK TIME

1 25:25 PBC

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Principles of operation

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On-screen menus for setting preferences

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LANGUAGE

MENU LANGUAGE AUDIO LANGUAGE SUBTITLE ON SCREEN LANGUAGE

PRESS KEY

DISPLAY

LANGUAGE MONITOR TYPE

SCREEN SAVER ON SCREEN GUIDE

PRESS KEY

SYSTEM

LANGUAGE

AUTO STANDBY RESUME AV COMPULINK MODE

DISPLAY SYSTEM

ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH

DISPLAY

4:3 LB

MODE 2

DISPLAY

OFF OFF

DVD 1

EXIT

SYSTEM

EXIT

SYSTEM

Preventing screen burn-out with the screen saver [SCREEN SAVER]

A television monitor screen may be burned out if a static picture is displayed for a long time. To prevent this, the center unit automatically activates the screen saver function if a static picture, such as an on-screen display or menu, is displayed for over 5 minutes.

• Pressing any button on the center unit or the remote control unit will release the screen saver function and return to the previous display.

• You can select one of several screen saver modes available (see page 46).

DVD/Video CD/CD PLAYER

Note:

• The screen saver does not work during playing back an Audio CD or while stopped after played back an Audio CD.

EXIT

PRESS KEY

On-screen menus for setting parental lock

PARENTAL LOCK

Country Code Set Level PASSWORD

PRESS KEY ENTER

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EXIT

On-screen menus for using discs

The disc status and items are displayed as follows on the on-screen menus for using the disc.

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DVD

VCR

DECODE

SUBTITLE

TITLE

AUDIO

TIME

DIGEST

ZOOM

VCR

CONTROL

SUBWOOFER

EFFECT

CENTER

TEST

DISPLAY

CHOICEANGLERETURN

SOUND

FM/AM

AUX

AUDIOTV

STANDBY/ON

TUNING

UPDOWN

REC

/REW

FF/

PAUSE

TV/VIDEO

MUTING

F.SEARCHB.SEARCH

PLAY

CHANNELTV VOL VOLUME

PLAY MODE

THEATER

POSITION

DSP

MODE

PTY SEARCH

RDS DISPLAY

PTY

+PTY

RDS

ENTER

EON

VOLUME + / –

Basic operations

The basic operations for this system are as follows.

IMPORTANT

Check that remote control mode selector is set to “DVD” except when you use the RDS (Radio Data System) for receiving FM stations.

To turn the system power supply ON and OFF (standby)

From the remote control:

STANDBY/ON

AUDIOTV

AUX

TITLE

ZOOM

CONTROL

VCR

FM/AM

SUBTITLE

DIGEST

SUBWOOFER

CENTER

DVD

DECODE

TIME

CHOICEANGLERETURN

VCR

AUDIO

DISPLAY

SOUND

EFFECT

TEST

Press AUDIO to turn power on.

The STANDBY lamp goes off, and the current source name (DVD, AM or FM station frequency, or AUX) appears on the display window. At this time, the disc cover slides backwards and the top buttons on the center unit appears.

Press AUDIO again to turn power off (standby).

The STANDBY lamp is lit. The disc cover slides forward to cover the top buttons on the center unit and the center unit turns off.

On the center unit:

AUDIO

To turn TV power ON and OFF

JVC TVs may be used as is with the remote control. TVs from other manufacturers require changes to the transmittable signals before they can be used with the remote control. See page 55 for details of changing the transmittable signals.

From the remote control:

Press TV to turn power on.

Press TV again to turn power off.

Adjusting volume [VOLUME]

The volume level can be adjusted within the range of “0” (minimum) to “80” (maximum).

Common: From the remote control

DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM TH-A9R

STANDBY lamp

Press to turn power on.

Press again to turn power off (standby).

The STANDBY lamp is lit. The disc cover slides forward to cover the top buttons on the center unit and the center unit turns off.

Notes:

• The powered sub-woofer power supply is linked to the center unit. The green POWER ON lamp on the powered sub-woofer lights when power is turned on, and goes off when power is turned off.

• A small amount of power is consumed in the standby mode (center unit only). Remove the AC power cord from the AC outlet to turn the center unit off completely.

On the center unit

Press VOLUME + or –.

Press VOLUME + to increase volume. Press VOLUME – to decrease 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.

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Basic operations

PTY

ENTER

Selected source name appears

DVD

VCR

DECODE

SUBTITLE

TITLE

AUDIO

TIME

DIGEST

ZOOM

VCR

SLEEP

SETTING

CONTROL

SUBWOOFER

EFFECT

CENTER

TEST

REAR-R

REAR-L

DISPLAY

CHOICEANGLERETURN

SOUND

FM/AM

AUX

AUDIOTV

STANDBY/ON

Source selecting buttons

SOURCE

Basic operations

Basic operationsBasic operations

Sub-woofer volume control and

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phase setting

Use the VOLUME knob and PHASE button at the rear of the powered sub-woofer.

VOLUME knob

Mark

PHASE button

VOLUME

PHASE

REVERSR NOMAL

SUB WOOFER

CONNECTOR

FROM XV - THA9

MAX

MIN

Volume control

Turn the VOLUME knob.

Adjust to a volume appropriate for balance with the other speaker(s). The mark indicates the volume position in normal use.

• Adjust when the volume from the sub-woofer is too high or too low in relation to the volume from the front speaker.

Phase setting

Play sound through the sub-woofer and adjust the PHASE button to a position (_ REVERSE or — NORMAL) at which the lowest frequency is heard best.

Note:

• Phase is closely related to the distance from the listening position to the front speaker and sub-woofer. While listening, adjust until the lowest frequency is heard best.

Muting the sound [MUTING]

Selecting the source to play

From the remote control:

Press one of the source selecting buttons.

DVD FM/AM

AUX

Notes:

• When you press one of the source selecting buttons on the remote control, the system automatically turns on.

• The cooling fan in the center unit turns on as long as the DVD is selected as the playback source. It stops when other playback source (FM/AM or AUX) is selected.

On the center unit:

Select the DVD player. Select an FM or AM broadcast.

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

Select a component connected to the AUX jacks.

From the remote control only:

Press MUTING to mute the sound through all speakers connected.

“MUTING” appears on the display window and volume turns off. To restore the sound, press MUTING again so that “OFF” appears on the display.

• Pressing VOLUME +/– also restores the sound.

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THEATER

POSITION

RDS DISPLAY

EON

PTY SEARCH

CHANNELTV VOL VOLUME

TV/VIDEO

MUTING

/REW

PLAY

TUNING

REC

STOP

DVD MENU

F.SEARCHB.SEARCH FF/

PAUSE

STROBEMEMORY

DSP

MODE

UPDOWN

MUTING

Press SOURCE until the source name you want appears on the display.

The source changes as shown below each time the button is pressed.

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DVD

====

==== (back to the beginning)

AUX

Note:

• When AM or FM is selected, the receiving frequency appears on the display window. At the same time, the AM or FM indicator lights up on the display window.

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JVC TH-A9R User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Warnings, Cautions and Others

Table of Contents

Getting Started

System outline

Installation

About discs

Connections

Parts Identification

Principles of operation

Basic operations