JVC TH-M303, TH-M603 User Manual

DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM

Consists of XV-THM508, SP-PWM508, SP-THM508F, SP-THM508C and SP-THM505S

English

Consists of XV-THM303, SP-PWM303, SP-THM303F, SP-THM303C and SP-THM303S

INSTRUCTIONS

LVT1147-010A

[A,US,UN,UW,UG,UX]

Warnings, Cautions and Others

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 — F button! (XV-THM508/ XV-THM303)

Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely (the STANDBY lamp goes off). The F button in any position does not disconnect the mains line.

• When the system is on standby, the STANDBY lamp lights red.

• When the system is turned on, the STANDBY lamp goes off.

The power can be remote controlled.

CAUTION (SP-PWM508/ SP-PWM303)

The power supply to the subwoofer is linked to the center unit. The POWER ON lamp on the subwoofer lights green when the power is turned on.

CAUTION

• Do not block the ventilation openings or holes. (If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to get out.)

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

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

• Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS

1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user

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

CAUTION: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open and

3. interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam.

4. REPRODUCTION OF LABEL: CAUTION LABEL, PLACED INSIDE THE UNIT.

G-1

Warnings, Cautions and Others

Caution: Proper Ventilation

To avoid risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage, place the apparatus on a level surface. The minimal clearances are shown below:

Wall or obstructions

Wall or

obstructions

XV-THM508/ XV-THM303

3 cm 3 cm

Wall or

SP-PWM508/ SP-PWM303

15 cm 15 cm

8 cm

20 cm

15 cm

Front

No obstructions

Front

No obstructions

XV-THM508/ XV-THM303

Wall or obstructions

SP-PWM508/ SP-PWM303

10 cm

15 cm

G-2

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

Notes on handling .................................................................2

Supplied accessories ............................................................2

About discs .....................................3

Playable disc types ...............................................................3

Description of parts and controls ... 5

Connections ....................................8

Connecting the FM and AM antennas ....................................8

Connecting the satellite (front, center, surround) speakers .......

Speaker layout ....................................................................11

Connecting a TV ..................................................................11

Connecting the powered subwoofer ....................................12

Connecting to an analog component ...................................12

Connecting to a digital component .....................................12

Setting the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch .......................................

Connecting the power cord .................................................13

Operating external components with

the remote control ........................14

Operating the TV .................................................................14

Operating the DBS tuner or CATV converter .......................14

Operating the VCR ..............................................................15

Basic operations ...........................16

Turning the system on/off ...................................................16

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

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

Listening with headphones (not supplied) ..........................17

Turning off the sound temporarily [MUTING] .....................17

Adjusting the brightness of the indications [DIMMER] .......17

Sleep Timer [SLEEP] ...........................................................18

Adjusting the output level of the subwoofer and center/

surround speakers [SUBWFR, CENTER, SURR L/R] ...........18

Adjusting the treble sound [TREBLE] ..................................18

Changing the scan mode ....................................................18

Optimizing the speaker settings [Smart Surround Setup] ...19

Playback ........................................20

Basic playback ....................................................................20

One Touch Replay ...............................................................22

Fast-forward/fast-reverse search ........................................22

Skip to the beginning of a desired selection ........................22

Locating a desired title/group using number buttons ..........23

Playing back a bonus group ................................................23

Advanced operations .................... 24

Using the surround mode ...................................................24

Using the on-screen bar .....................................................25

Playing from a specified position on a disc .........................27

Using the file control display ..............................................28

Resume Playback ...............................................................29

Selecting a view angle .........................................................29

Selecting the subtitle ..........................................................29

Selecting the audio .............................................................30

Special picture playback .....................................................30

Program Playback ...............................................................32

Random Playback ...............................................................33

Repeat Playback .................................................................33

Tray lock .............................................................................34

Sound and other settings ....................................................35

Setting DVD preferences .............. 36

Using the setup menus .......................................................36

Menu description ................................................................36

Tuner operations ........................... 40

Setting the AM tuner interval spacing .................................40

Manual tuning .....................................................................40

Preset tuning ......................................................................41

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

Reducing the noise of AM broadcast ..................................41

AV COMPU LINK remote control

system ........................................... 42

KARAOKE operations .................... 43

Basic KARAOKE operation ..................................................43

Reserving songs .................................................................44

Selecting audio ...................................................................44

Adding an echo effect to your voice ....................................45

Shifting the pitch of the playback sound .............................45

References .................................... 46

Maintenance .......................................................................46

Troubleshooting ..................................................................46

Specifications .....................................................................47

Introduction

Notes on handling

7 Important cautions

Installation of the system

• Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold; between 5°C and 35°C.

• Leave sufficient distance between the system and the TV.

• Do not use the system in a place subject to vibration.

Power cord

• Do not handle the power cord with wet hands!

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

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

To prevent malfunctions of the system

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

• Do not insert any metallic object into the system.

• Do not use any non-standard shape disc (like a heart, flower or credit card, etc.) available on the market, because it may damage the system.

• Do not use a disc with tape, stickers, or paste on it, because it may damage the system.

7 Safety precautions

Avoid moisture, water and dust

Do not place the system in moist or dusty places.

Avoid high temperatures

Do not expose the system to direct sunlight and do not place it near a heating device.

When you are away

When away on travel or for other reasons for an extended period of time, disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet.

Do not block the vents

Blocking the vents may damage the system.

Care of the cabinet

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

If water gets inside the system

Turn the system off and disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet, then call the store where you made your purchase. Using the system in this condition may cause fire or electrical shock.

Label sticker

Sticker

Paste

Note about copyright laws

Check the copyright laws in your country before recording from the discs. Recording of copyrighted material may infringe copyright laws.

Note about copyguard system

The discs are protected by copyguard system. When you connect the system to your VCR directly, the copyguard system activates and the picture may not be played back correctly.

Supplied accessories

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

• Remote control (1)

• Batteries (2)

• FM antenna (1)

• AM loop antenna (1)

• Power cord (1)

• System cord (1)

• Composite video cord (1)

• Speaker cords (TH-M508 only) For satellite (front left/right) and center speakers (3) For satellite speakers (surround left/right) (2)

• Screws (TH-M508 only) M4 x 20 mm:

For front speakers (8)

• AC plug adaptor (2) (except for Australia)

About discs

Playable disc types

This system has been designed to play back the following discs: DVD VIDEO, DVD AUDIO, Video CD (VCD), Super Video CD (SVCD), Audio CD (CD), CD-R and CD-RW.

• This system accommodates the NTSC and PAL system. When you play an NTSC disc with the scan mode set to “PAL ” (A pg. 18), the NTSC video signal is converted to the PAL60 signal and output.

• This system can also play MP3, WMA, JPEG and MPEG4 files recorded on CD-Rs and CD-RWs. (A pg. 20)

• This system can also play finalized DVD-R/-RWs recorded in DVD VIDEO format. However, some discs may not be played because of their disc characteristics or recording conditions.

Discs you can play:

DVD VIDEO CD

DVD AUDIO CD-R

VCD CD-RW

SVCD

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

• On some DVD VIDEOs, DVD AUDIOs, VCDs or SVCDs, their actual operation may be different from what is explained in this manual. This is due to the disc programming and disc structure, not a malfunction of this system.

Notes on CD-R and CD-RW

• User-edited CD-Rs (Recordable) and CD-RWs (Rewritable) can be played back only if they are already “finalized”.

• This system can play CD-Rs or CD-RWs recorded on a personal computer if they have been recorded in the audio CD format. This system can also play CD-Rs or CD-RWs if MP3, WMA, JPEG or MPEG4 files are recorded on them. However, some discs may not be played back because of their disc characteristics, recording conditions, or damage or stain on them. Especially, the configuration and characteristics of an MP3, WMA, JPEG or MPEG4 disc are determined by the writing (encoding) software and hardware used for recording. Therefore, due to the software and hardware used, the following symptoms may occur:

• Some discs may not be played back.

• Some tracks on an MP3 or WMA disc may be skipped or may

not be played back normally.

• Some files on a JPEG or MPEG4 disc may be played back

distortedly.

• Before playing back CD-Rs or CD-RWs, read their instructions or cautions carefully.

• CD-RWs may require a longer readout time. This is caused by the fact that the reflectance of CD-RWs is lower than that of regular CDs.

DVD Logo is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.

Region code of DVD VIDEO

DVD VIDEO players and DVD VIDEO discs have their own Region Code numbers. This system can play back DVD VIDEO discs whose Region Code numbers include the system’s Region Code, which is indicated on the rear panel.

Example of playable DVD: For Australia, Central and South America

For Middle East

Except for Australia, Central and South America, and Middle East

If a DVD with an improper Region Code number is loaded, “REGION CODE ERROR!” appears on the TV screen and playback cannot start.

About discs

Notes on MP3/WMA/JPEG/MPEG4 discs

• MP3/WMA/JPEG/MPEG4 discs (either CD-R or CD-RW) require a longer readout time. (It differs due to the complexity of the directory/file configuration.)

• When making an MP3/WMA/JPEG/MPEG4 disc, select ISO 9660 Level 1 or Level 2 for the disc format.

• This system supports “multi-session” discs (up to 20 sessions).

• This system cannot play “packet write” discs.

• The system can only play MP3/WMA/JPEG/MPEG4 files with the following file extensions; MP3: “.MP3”, “.Mp3”, “.mP3” and “.mp3” WMA: “.wma”, “.WMA” and any uppercase and lowercase

combination (such as “.Wma”)

JPEG: “.jpg”, “.jpeg”, “.JPG”, “.JPEG” and any uppercase and

lowercase combination (such as “.Jpg”)

MPEG4: “.asf”, “.ASF” and any uppercase and lowercase

combination (such as “.Asf”)

• If different type of files (audio (MP3/WMA), still picture (JPEG), and video (MPEG4) files) are recorded on a disc, set the FILE TYPE setting in the PICTURE menu to the appropriate setting for the data to be read. (A pg. 37)

• The system recognizes up to 150 tracks (files) per group, 99 groups per disc, and the total number of the tracks (files) that the system can play is 1000. For example, if you set FILE TYPE to AUDIO (A pg. 37) and play a disc that contains 500 MP3 tracks, 200 JPEG files, and 600 WMA tracks, the system can play 500 MP3 tracks and the first 500 of 600 WMA tracks.

• Some MP3/WMA/JPEG/MPEG4 discs may not be played back normally because of their disc characteristics or recording conditions.

Notes on MP3/WMA discs only

• The system supports MP3 files recorded with a bit rate of 32 – 320 kbps and a sampling frequency of 16 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz*, 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, or 48 kHz.

• If the tag information (album name, artist, and track title, etc.) is recorded on a disc, it appears in the file control display on the TV screen. (A pg. 28)

• We recommend to record each piece of material (song) at a sample rate of 44.1 kHz and at a data transfer rate of 128 (96*) kbps.

• Some tracks may be skipped or may not be played back normally. * For WMA only

Notes on JPEG discs only

• We recommend to record a file at 640 x 480 resolution. (If a file has been recorded at a resolution of more than 640 x 480, it will take a longer time to be displayed.)

• This system can only play baseline JPEG files.

• Some files on a JPEG disc may be played back distortedly.

Notes on MPEG4 disc only

• The system supports the types of simple profile as MPEG4 files (MPEG4 SP).

• The system supports MPEG4 files recorded with the maximum bit rate of 384 kbps and an audio codec of G.726. (To play the MPEG4 file, it is required that G.726 formatted audio data is contained in that file.)

• The maximum size of the played picture is at a 352 x 288 pixel resolution (CIF).

• Some files may be skipped or may not be played normally.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. “CONSUMERS SHOULD NOTE THAT NOT ALL HIGH DEFINITION TELEVISION SETS ARE FULLY COMPATIBLE WITH THIS PRODUCT AND MAY CAUSE ARTIFACTS TO BE DISPLAYED IN THE PICTURE. IN CASE OF 525 OR 625 PROGRESSIVE SCAN PICTURE PROBLEMS, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE USER SWITCH THE CONNECTION TO THE ‘STANDARD DEFINITION’ OUTPUT. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS REGARDING OUR TV SET COMPATIBILITY WITH THIS MODEL 525p AND 625p DVD PLAYER, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER.”

USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-4 VISUAL STANDARD IS PROHIBITED, EXCEPT FOR USE BY A CONSUMER ENGAGING IN PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES.

Description of parts and controls

The illustrations of the center unit and the subwoofer used in this manual are of TH-M508 unless otherwise noted.

Front panel (center unit)

Display window

pg. 22 pg. 25 pg. 41 pg. 21 pg. 25

pg. 31 pg. 40

pg. 18

Disc tray (inside): pg. 20

pg. 21

pg. 20 pg. 20 pg. 20 pg. 22, 40 pg. 17

pg. 21 pg. 21

pg. 16

pg. 23

pg. 16

Remote sensor:

pg. 7

pg. 41 pg. 33

pg. 40

pg. 20

pg. 43

pg. 22

pg. 43

pg. 17

Rear panel (center unit)

pg. 12 pg. 12 pg. 12

pg. 11 pg. 11 pg. 42 pg. 13

pg. 12

For TH-M508

pg. 8

Description of parts and controls

Powered subwoofer

SP-PWM508

pg. 13

SP-PWM303

Front

POWER ON lamp:

pg. 16

POWER ON

pg. 16

lamp:

pg. 12

pg. 10

pg. 9

Power cord:

pg. 13

Rear

pg. 13

(except for Australia)

Front

* Do not block the ventilation openings.

Power co rd: pg. 13

Rear

NOTE

• For safety reasons, always ensure that there is sufficient space behind the powered subwoofer.

Description of parts and controls

Remote control Putting batteries in the remote control

pg. 14

pg. 20

pg. 17

pg. 14

pg. 14,

pg. 20,

pg. 27

pg. 18,

pg. 15,

pg. 23

pg. 30

pg. 29

pg. 33 pg. 31 pg. 36 pg. 35 pg. 43 pg. 44 pg. 21 pg. 17 pg. 25

pg. 19

pg. 18

pg. 16

pg. 14, 15

pg. 17

pg. 14 – 40

pg. 20 pg. 22, 40 pg. 20, 41 pg. 22

pg. 27

pg. 25

Number buttons:

pg. 23

pg. 32, 33 pg. 32

pg. 31 pg. 18, 31

pg. 45 pg. 44

pg. 18

pg. 27

pg. 18

R6P (SUM-3)/AA (15F)

type dry-cell batteries

(supplied)

If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases, replace both batteries.

CAUTION

• Do not expose batteries to heat or flame.

Operating the system from the remote control

Aim the remote control directly to the front panel of the center unit.

• Do not hide the remote sensor.

NOTE

• To use the buttons under the cover, slide down the cover.

Connections

Connecting the FM and AM antennas

7 AM loop antenna

Setting up supplied AM loop antenna

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

If reception is poor

Center unit

AM loop antenna

Outdoor single vinyl-covered wire antenna (not supplied)

If the antenna cord is covered with the insulation coat, twist and pull the insulation coat off and remove.

Connecting AM loop antenna

Center unit

Antenna cord

7 FM antenna

Center unit

If reception is poor

Center unit

Standard type (75 C coaxial) connector

NOTE

• We recommend that you use coaxial cable for the FM antenna as it is well-shielded against interference.

FM antenna (supplied)

Extend the supplied FM antenna horizontally.

Outdoor FM antenna

(not supplied)

Outdoor FM antenna cord

(not supplied)

• Turn the loop antenna until you have the best reception during AM broadcast program reception.

NOTE

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

Connections

This page is for

Connecting the satellite (front, center, surround) speakers

Before connecting the speaker cords;

Twist and pull the insulation coat off and remove.

Powered subwoofer

SP-PWM508

Front speakers

SP-THM508F

Speaker cord (supplied)

• Connect the silver cords to the black (r) terminals.

• Connect the copper cords to the (q) terminals referring to

the table below:

FRONT SPEAKERS (RIGHT) Red

FRONT SPEAKERS (LEFT) White

CENTER SPEAKER Green

SURROUND SPEAKERS (RIGHT) Gray

SURROUND SPEAKERS (LEFT) Blue

Speaker (rear side)

Base plate

Top of the base plate

FRONT

Screw M4 x 20 mm (supplied)

Center speaker SP-THM508C

Silver

Black

Copper

Red

Surround speakers

SP-THM505S

(Bottom)

10 m

Route the speaker cord through the hole on the bracket.

CAUTION

• When you connect speakers other than the supplied ones, use speakers of the same speaker impedance (SPEAKER IMPEDANCE) indicated near the speaker terminals on the rear of the powered subwoofer.

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

• When installing the satellite speakers on the wall;

• Be sure to have them installed on the wall by a qualified personnel.

DO NOT install the satellite speakers on the wall by yourself to avoid unexpected damage from their falling off the wall due to incorrect installation or weakness in wall structure.

• Care must be taken in selecting a location for speaker installation

on a wall. Injury to personnel or damage to equipment may result if the speakers installed interfere with daily activities.

Connections

Before connecting the speaker cords;

Twist and pull the insulation coat off and remove.

This page is for

Speaker cord (supplied)

• Connect the silver cords to the black (r) terminals.

• Connect the copper cords to the (q) terminals referring to the table below:

FRONT SPEAKERS (LEFT) White

FRONT SPEAKERS (RIGHT) Red

CENTER SPEAKER Green

SURROUND SPEAKERS (LEFT) Blue

SURROUND SPEAKERS (RIGHT) Gray

Front speakers

SP-THM303F

Powered subwoofer SP-PWM303

CAUTION

• When you connect speakers other than the supplied ones, use speakers of the same speaker impedance (SPEAKER IMPEDANCE) indicated near the speaker terminals on the rear of the powered subwoofer.

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

10 m

Center speaker SP-THM303C

Surround speakers

SP-THM303S

• When installing the satellite speakers on the wall;

• Be sure to have them installed on the wall by a qualified personnel.

DO NOT install the satellite speakers on the wall by yourself to avoid unexpected damage from their falling off the wall due to incorrect installation or weakness in wall structure.

• Care must be taken in selecting a location for speaker installation

on a wall. Injury to personnel or damage to equipment may result if the speakers installed interfere with daily activities.

Connections

Speaker layout

Center speaker

Front left

speaker

Surround left

speaker

NOTE

• Although the satellite speakers and the powered subwoofer are magnetically shielded, the TV screen may appear mottled. In this case, keep enough distance between the speakers and the TV.

• The speakers are magnetically shielded to avoid color distortions on TVs. However, if not installed properly, they may cause color distortions. So, pay attention to the following when installing the speakers. – When placing the speakers near a TV set, turn off the TV’s main

power switch or unplug it before installing the speakers. Then wait at least 30 minutes before turning on the TV’s main power switch

again. Some TVs may still be affected even though you have followed the above. If this happens, move the speakers away from the TV.

• Place the satellite speakers on a flat and level surface.

• Be sure to place the powered subwoofer to the TV’s right. If you place the powered subwoofer to the TV’s left, keep sufficient distance between them to prevent the TV screen from appearing mottled.

For TH-M508 only:

• Do not lean against the satellite speakers, as the speakers could fall down or break, possibly causing injury. Especially be careful not to let children lean against them.

Front right speaker

Powered subwoofer

Surround right speaker

Connecting a TV

• You can get better picture quality in the order — Component video > S-video > Composite video.

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

• You need to set “MONITOR TYPE” in the PICTURE menu correctly according to the aspect ratio of your TV. (A pg. 37)

7 To connect a TV equipped with the component video

input jacks

Center unit

To component

video input

Component video cord (not supplied)

NOTE

• If your TV supports progressive video input, you can enjoy a high quality picture by setting the progressive scan mode to active. (A pg. 18)

• If the component video input jacks of your TV are of the BNC type, use a plug adapter (not supplied) to convert the pin plugs to BNC plugs.

• The component video signals can be output only when you select “DVD” as the source to play. (A pg. 17)

7 To connect a TV equipped with the composite video

or S-video jack

Center unit

Align the 5 marks.

Composite video cord (supplied)

S-video cord (not supplied)

To S-video input

To composite video input

NOTE

• Select the appropriate scan mode according to your TV. See “Changing the scan mode” (A pg. 18).

Connections

Connecting the powered subwoofer

Powered

subwoofer

Center unit

Align the 5 marks.

NOTE

• The way of connecting the system cord varies depending on the type of the powered subwoofer.

System cord (supplied)

SP-PWM508

SP-PWM303

Align the 5 marks.

Connecting to an analog component

You can enjoy the sound of an analog component.

Center unit

Connecting to a digital component

You can enjoy the sound of a digital component.

Center unit

To digital optical output

Digital optical cord (not supplied)

To digital optical

input

TH-M303

TH-M508

DBS MD recorder

tuner

S-video cord

(not supplied)

Composite video

cord

(not supplied)

RCA pin plug cord (not supplied)

AB C

VCR (A C or B C)

TV (C)

Cassette recorder (C)

A To composite video output B To S-video output C To audio output

NOTE

• The signals input to the VIDEO jack of the VCR IN jacks will be output only from the VIDEO jack of the VIDEO OUT jacks, not from the S-VIDEO jack of the VIDEO OUT jacks.

For TH-M508 only: This system can send digital audio signals to digital component such as MD recorder or AV receiver. For details of output signal selection, see “DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT” (A pg. 37).

DBS = Direct Broadcasting Satellite

NOTE

• Only digital audio signals can be input when selecting “DBS” as the source to play. (A pg. 17) When connecting a video component such as a DBS tuner, operate this system to listen to the sound.

• When DBS is selected as the source, PCM signal is output from DIGITAL OUT.

Connections

Setting the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch

To avoid damaging the powered subwoofer, set the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch to the voltage of your area. When you change the position of the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch, use a tool such as a slotted screwdriver, etc.

CAUTION

DO NOT plug the power cord of the powered subwoofer before setting the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch to the correct voltage.

SP-PWM508

SP-PWM303 (except for Australia)

Connecting the power cord

Make sure that all other connections have been completed.

Center unit Powered

Power cord

(supplied)

Plug into AC outlets.

CAUTION

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

• Do not pull on the power cord to unplug the cord. When unplugging the cord, always grasp and pull the plug so as not to damage the cord.

• If the AC outlets do not match the AC plugs, use the supplied AC plug adaptors.

subwoofer

Power cord

Operating external components with the remote control

The buttons described below are used on pages 14 and

15.

Remote control mode selector

(play button)

Number buttons

NOTE

• Manufacturers’ codes are subject to change without notice.

• Set the codes again after replacing the batteries of the remote control.

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

the manufacturer’s code (2 digits).

Examples: For a Hitachi TV:

Press 1, then 0.

For a Toshiba TV:

Press 0, then 8.

Manufacturer Code Manufacturer Code

JVC 01 Samsung 12

Hitachi 10 Sharp 06

Magnavox 02 Sony 07

Mitsubishi 03 Toshiba 08

Panasonic 04, 11 Zenith 09

RCA 05

5 Release F TV.

If there is more than one code listed for corresponding brand, try each one until you enter the correct one.

7 Operation

Aim the remote control at the TV.

IMPORTANT

Before using the remote control to operate a TV;

• Set the remote control mode selector to TV.

The following buttons are available:

F TV: Turns TV on and off. TV VOL +/–: Adjusts the volume. TV/VIDEO: Selects the input mode (either TV or

VIDEO).

CHANNEL +/–: Changes the channels. 1-10, 0, +10 (100+): Selects the channel. TV RETURN: Alternates between the previously selected

channel and the current channel.

Operating the TV

7 To set the manufacturer’s code

You can operate a JVC TV without setting the manufacturer’s code.

1 Slide the remote control mode selector

to TV.

2 Press and hold F TV.

Keep the button pressed until step 4 is finished.

3 Press ENTER.

Operating the DBS tuner or CATV converter

7 To set the manufacturer’s code

1 Slide the remote control mode selector

to VCR/DBS.

2 Press DBS. 3 Press and hold F VCR/DBS.

Keep the button pressed until step 5 is finished.

4 Press ENTER.

Continued on next page

Operating external components with the remote control

See page 14 for button locations.

5 Press number buttons (1-9, 0) to enter

the manufacturer’s code (2 digits).

Examples: For a GI Jerrold product:

Press 0, then 1.

For a Sony product:

Press 2, then 0.

Manufacturer Code

Echostar 21

GI Jerrold 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08

Hamlin 15, 16, 17, 18

Pioneer 13, 14

RCA 19

Scientific Atlanta 09, 10

Sony 20

Zenith 11, 12

6 Release F VCR/DBS.

If there is more than one code listed for your brand, try each one until you enter the correct one.

7 Operation

Aim the remote control at the DBS tuner or CATV converter.

IMPORTANT

Before using the remote control to operate a DBS tuner or CATV converter; 1 Set the remote control mode selector to

VCR/DBS.

2Press DBS.

The following buttons are available: F VCR/DBS: Turns DBS tuner or CATV converter on and

off.

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

Operating the VCR

7 To set the manufacturer’s code

1 Slide the remote control mode selector

to VCR/DBS.

2 Press VCR. 3 Press and hold F VCR/DBS.

Keep the button pressed until step 5 is finished.

4 Press ENTER.

5 Press number buttons (1-9, 0) to enter

the manufacturer’s code (2 digits).

Examples: For a Philips VCR:

Press 0, then 9.

For an NEC VCR:

Press 2, then 5.

Manufacturer Code Manufacturer Code

JVC 01, 02, 03 Philips 09

Emerson 11, 26 RCA 05, 06

Fisher 29 Samsung 24

Funai 10, 14, 15, 16 Sanyo 21, 22, 23

Gold Star 12 Sharp 27, 28

Hitachi 04 Shintom 30

Mitsubishi 13 Sony 18, 19, 20

NEC 25 Zenith 08

Panasonic 07, 17

6 Release F VCR/DBS.

If there is more than one code listed for your brand, try each one until you enter the correct one.

7 Operation

Aim the remote control at the VCR.

IMPORTANT

Before using the remote control to operate a VCR; 1 Set the remote control mode selector to

VCR/DBS.

2 Press VCR.

The following buttons are available:

F VCR/DBS: Turns VCR on and off. 3 (play button): Starts playback. 7 : Stops operation. 8 : Pauses playback. y: Fast forwards video tape. 1: Rewinds video tape.

REC: Press this button together with 3 (play button) to

start recording or together with 8 to pause recording.

CHANNEL +/–: Changes the TV channels on the VCR.

NOTE

When operating a VCR or DBS tuner/CATV converter;

• The source setting of VCR or DBS remains after you have changed the remote control mode selector to AUDIO or TV. When operating VCR or DBS tuner/CATV converter again, it is not necessary to press VCR or DBS after setting the remote control mode selector.

Basic operations

The buttons on the remote control are used to explain most of the operations in this manual. You can use the buttons on the center unit same as on the remote control for operations unless otherwise noted.

IMPORTANT

Before using the remote control for the following operation;

• Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO.

The buttons described below are used on pages 16 to 19.

Source

selecting

buttons

Cursor

(3/2/Y/5)/

ENTER

Remote control mode selector

Turning the system on/off

On the remote control:

Press F AUDIO.

On the center unit:

Press F.

When DVD is selected as the source (A pg. 17), the following messages will appear on the TV screen.

• “OPEN”/“CLOSE”: Appears when opening or closing the disc tray.

• “NOW READING”: Appears when the system is reading the disc information.

• “REGION CODE ERROR!”: Appears when the Region Code of the DVD VIDEO does not match the code the system supports. The disc cannot be played back.

• “NO DISC”: Appears when no disc is loaded.

• “CANNOT PLAY THIS DISC”: Appears when unplayable disc is loaded.

NOTE

• The STANDBY lamp turns on when the power is turned off and turns off when the power is turned on.

• The power supply to the subwoofer is linked to the center unit. The POWER ON lamp on the subwoofer lights green when the power is turned on.

• A small amount of the power is consumed even when the power is turned off (center unit only). This is called standby mode and the STANDBY lamp lights in this mode. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet to turn the power off completely.

• You can also turn on the system by pressing the following buttons;

• One of 0 buttons on the center unit

• One of the source selecting buttons on the remote control

• One of the DISC (1-5) 3 buttons or 3 on the center unit.

You can use the same buttons on the remote control except after pressing FM/AM.

Basic operations

See page 16 for button locations.

Selecting the source to play

On the remote control:

Press one of the source selecting buttons (DVD, FM/AM, VCR or DBS).

DVD : To play back a disc (DVD VIDEO, VCD etc.). (A pg. 20) FM/AM: To tune in an FM or AM station. (A pg. 40)

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

VCR: To select the source from a component connected to the

VCR IN jacks and AUDIO IN (VCR) jacks. (A pg. 12)

DBS: To select the source from a component connected to the

DIGITAL IN (DBS) jack. (A pg. 12)

On the center unit:

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

NOTE

• When AM, FM or DBS is selected as the source, the system does not output video signals.

• It may take time to change the source.

Listening with headphones (not supplied)

CAUTION

Be sure to turn down the volume;

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

• Before disconnecting headphones as high volume may be suddenly output from the speakers.

While connecting a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack on the center unit, the system automatically cancels the surround mode (A pg. 24) currently selected, deactivates the speakers, turn the subwoofer’s power off, and activates the headphone mode. “HEADPHONE” appears on the display window.

Headphone mode

When using the headphones, the following signals are output regardless of your speaker setting;

• For 2 channel sources, the front left and right channel signals are output from the headphones.

• Multi-channel signals are down-mixed and output from the headphones.

• (DVD AUDIO) When the disc prohibits down-mixing, only the front left and right channels are output from the headphones. In this case, “L/R ONLY” appears on the display window for a few seconds.

Adjusting the volume [VOLUME]

CAUTION

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

On the remote control:

Press AUDIO VOL + or –.

On the center unit:

Turn VOLUME.

Turning off the sound temporarily [MUTING]

Press MUTING.

To restore the sound

Perform one on the following:

• Press MUTING again.

• Press AUDIO VOL +/– (or turn VOLUME on the center unit).

Adjusting the brightness of the indications [DIMMER]

Press DIMMER.

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

Basic operations

See page 16 for button locations.

Sleep Timer [SLEEP]

The system turns off automatically when the specified period of time has passed.

Press SLEEP.

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

Example:

minutes

SLEEP 60mi n

To check the remaining time

Press SLEEP once.

To change the remaining time

Press SLEEP repeatedly.

To cancel

Press SLEEP repeatedly until “SLEEP OFF” appears.

• Turning off the power also cancels the Sleep Timer.

Adjusting the output level of the subwoofer and center/surround speakers [SUBWFR, CENTER, SURR L/R]

Press S.WFR +/– to adjust the subwoofer. Press CENTER +/– to adjust the center

speaker. Press SURR.-L +/– to adjust the surround

left speaker. Press SURR.-R +/– to adjust the surround

right speaker.

NOTE

• You can also make adjustments by using the setup menu shown on the TV screen. (A pg. 37)

• The adjustments take effect for all sources.

• You cannot make this adjustment when FM or AM is selected as the source.

Changing the scan mode

The system can be accommodated to your TV’s scan mode.

NOTE

• To use the system in PROGRESSIVE mode, it is required that the

center unit is connected to the TV (not supplied). (A pg. 11)

7 While DVD is selected as the source and stopped

by using a component video cord

1 Press and hold SCAN MODE for

2 seconds.

Currently selected mode appears on the display window.

2 Press Cursor 3/2 to select the desired

mode.

• PAL: Select this when your TV supports the PAL interlaced video input only.

• PAL PROG.: Select this when your TV equipped with component jacks supports the PAL progressive video input.

• NTSC: Select this when your TV supports the NTSC interlaced video input only.

• NTSC PROG.: Select this when your TV equipped with component jacks supports the NTSC progressive video input.

You can get better picture quality in “PAL PROG.” or “NTSC PROG.” mode than in PAL or NTSC mode.

3 Press ENTER while the selected mode

is displayed.

When “PAL PROG.” or “NTSC PROG.” is selected, the PROGRESSIVE indicator lights on the display window.

NOTE

• Although the picture may be distorted when you press ENTER, this

is not a malfunction of the system.

• There are some progressive TVs and High-Definition TVs that are not fully compatible with this system, resulting in an unnatural picture when playing back a DVD VIDEO in the progressive scan mode. In such a case, change the scan mode to “PAL” or “NTSC ”. 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.

Adjusting the treble sound [TREBLE]

Press TREBLE +/–.

NOTE

• The adjustments take effect for all sources.

Basic operations

Optimizing the speaker settings [Smart Surround Setup]

NOTE

• When you change the positioning of the speakers or listener, or replace the supplied speakers with other ones, perform Smart Surround Setup again.

7 While DVD is selected as the source and stopped

1 Take your position where you listen to

the sound.

2 Press and hold SMART S.SETUP.

See page 16 for button locations.

When “FAILED !” appears on the TV screen

The system could not detect the clapping sound correctly. In such a case, follow the instructions that appears on the TV screen.

• When the system detects the clapping sound as “FAILED !” three times, set the distance (DISTANCE) and the output level (LEVEL) manually (A pg. 37).

To cancel

Press SMART S.SETUP.

NOTE

• You need to set the subwoofer’s output level (LEVEL) manually. (A pg. 18 or 37)

• In step 2, “SW ERROR” appears on the display window if the center unit and the powered subwoofer are not connected correctly by using the supplied system cord.

“SETTING UP” flashes on the display window.

3 Press ENTER, press Cursor Y/5 to

select the distance between the front speakers and the listening position, then press ENTER.

4 Press Cursor Y/5 to select START,

then press ENTER.

5 Clap your hands over your head once. 6 Make sure that “COMPLETED !”

appears on the TV screen, then press SMART S.SETUP.

The system detects your clapping sound through the satellite speakers, then automatically makes the best settings for each speaker. “COMPLETED !” appears on the TV screen when Smart Surround Setup completes.

Playback

• The icon such as shows the types of discs the operation is available for.

IMPORTANT

Before using the remote control for the following operation; 1 Set the remote control mode selector to

AUDIO.

2Press DVD.

Basic playback

1 Press the desired

DISC (1-5) 0 on the center unit.

• The system turns on and the disc tray comes out.

The buttons described below are used on pages 20 to 23.

(play button)

Remote control mode selector

Number buttons

2 Place a disc.

When placing an 8 cm

Label side up

disc

3 Press DISC (1-5).

For MP3/WMA disc

The file control display (A pg. 28) appears on the TV screen.

For JPEG disc

Each file (still pictures) is shown on the TV screen for about 3 seconds (slide-show). When stopping playback, the file control display (A pg. 28) appears on the TV screen.

For MPEG4 disc

Pressing TOP MENU or MENU shows the file control display (A pg. 28) on the TV screen during playback.

7 To pause playback

Press 8.

To return to playback, press 3 (play button).

Disc lamps (TH-M508 only)

7 To stop

Press 7.

7 On-screen guide icons

During DVD VIDEO playback, the following guide icons may appear for a while on the TV screen;

• : appears at the beginning of a scene containing multisubtitle languages.

• : appears at the beginning of a scene containing multi-audio languages.

• : appears at the beginning of a scene containing multi-angle views.

• (Play), (Pause), / (Fast forward/

fast-reverse), / (Slow-motion forward/ reverse): appears when you perform each operation.

• : the disc cannot accept an operation you have tried to do.

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Playback

See page 20 for button locations.

NOTE

• Up to 5 discs can be loaded.

• You can also start playback by pressing 3 (play button) or DVD.

• The system plays back available discs sequentially until you stop playback or until the disc loaded on the DISC 5 tray reaches to the end.

• (For JPEG) The system cannot accept operations even though you press any buttons before the entire picture appears on the TV screen.

• If you do not want the on-screen guide icons to appear, see page 38.

7 Playback information on the display window

DVD VIDEO

Example: When a DVD VIDEO encoded with Dolby Digital 5.1ch is played

Elapsed playing time

Chapter number

(hour:minute:second)

C10:02:31

Signal and speaker indicators (A pg. 25)

Surround mode and digital signal format (A pg. 24)

Pressing FL DISPLAY

Title number

Chapter number

MP3/WMA disc

Example: When an MP3 disc is played back

Track number

TR123 12:34

MP3 indicator

Pressing FL DISPLAY

Elapsed playing time (minute:second)

Group number

MP3 G12T123

WMA indicator lights for WMA disc.

JPEG disc

Group number File number

JPG G12F123

Signal and speaker

indicators

(during playback only)

Track number

DVD T 1 C 1

DVD AUDIO

T11:23:45

Track number Elapsed playing time

Pressing FL DISPLAY

Group number

DVDA G1 T 1

VCD/SVCD/CD

Example: When a CD is played back

Track number

Signal and speaker indicators

(hour:minute:second)

Track number

Signal and speaker

indicators

MPEG4 disc

Track number

TR123 10:31

Elapsed playing time (minute:second)

Pressing FL DISPLAY

Group number

ASF

NOTE

• You can change the time information mode (except for MP3/WMA/

JPEG/MPEG4). (A pg. 26)

• You can also check the playback information on the TV screen.

(A pg. 25)

(during playback only)

Track number

G12T123

Signal and speaker indicators

CD 1 10 : 31

VCD indication appears for VCD/SVCD.

NOTE

• When a VCD or SVCD with PBC function is played, the elapsed playing time does not appear, but “PBC” appears.

Elapsed playing time (minute:second)

Playback

7 Disc information on the display window

The disc indicators on the display window show the current status of the corresponding disc tray.

Example: When the discs are loaded to disc trays 1, 2 and 5, and the disc in the

disc tray 5 is selected.

Currently selected disc number

Currently loaded disc number

About the disc lamps (For TH-M508)

The disc lamps on the center unit also show the disc status. Only the disc lamp currently selected lights.

7 Screen saver

A TV screen may burn out if a static picture is displayed for a long time. To prevent this, the system automatically dims the screen if a static picture is displayed for over 5 minutes (the screen saver function).

• Pressing any button will cancel the screen saver function.

• If you do not want to use the screen saver function, see page 37.

One Touch Replay

See page 20 for button locations.

Fast-forward/fast-reverse search

7 During playback

On the remote control:

Press y or 1.

Each time you press the button, the search speed changes (M2, M5, M10, M20, M60).

To return to normal speed playback

Press 3 (play button).

On the remote control and the center unit:

Press and hold x or 4.

Continuously pressing x or 4 increases the fast-forward/ reverse search speed (M5 → M20).

NOTE

• The operation with x or 4 above is available for a disc other

than MPEG4 disc.

• When a DVD VIDEO, VCD, SVCD, or MPEG4 disc is played back, no sound comes out during fast-forward/reverse search.

• When a DVD AUDIO or CD is played back, sound is intermittent and low during fast-forward/reverse search.

• This feature may not work for some discs.

You can move back the playback position by 10 seconds from the current position.

7 During playback

On the remote control:

Press .

NOTE

• This function works in the same title.

• This feature may not work for some discs.

Skip to the beginning of a desired selection

7 Using x/4 buttons

7 For DVD VIDEO (chapter):

During playback For VCD/SVCD (track): During playback without PBC function For DVD AUDIO/CD/MP3/WMA/JPEG/MPEG4 (track/file):

During playback or while stopped

Press x or 4 repeatedly.

NOTE

• When playing back an MP3/WMA disc, you can make operations using the file control display. (A pg. 28)

• This feature may not work for some discs.

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Playback

7 Using number buttons on the remote control

7 For DVD VIDEO (title, chapter):

While stopped, the title number is selected. During playback, the chapter number is selected.

For DVD AUDIO (track): During playback or while stopped For VCD/SVCD (track): During playback without PBC function For CD/MP3/WMA/JPEG/MPEG4 (track/file): During playback or while stopped

Press number buttons (0-10, +10) to select the desired number.

• For details on using the number buttons, see “How to use the number buttons” below.

How to use the number buttons

To select 3: Press 3. To select 14: Press +10, then 4. To select 24: Press +10 twice, then 4. To select 40: Press +10 three times, then 10.

Or press +10 four times, then 0.

See page 20 for button locations.

Playing back a bonus group

Some DVD AUDIOs have a special group called “bonus group” whose contents are not open to the public. The bonus group is always assigned to the last group of a disc. To play back a bonus group, you have to enter the specific “key number” (a password). The way of getting the key number depends on the disc. After getting the key number, you can play back the bonus group by following the procedure below.

7 While the BONUS indicator lights up on the display window

1 Select the bonus group.

For selecting the group, see “Locating a desired title/group using number buttons” described above. The key number entry indication appears.

On the TV

On the display window

Locating a desired title/ group using number buttons

7 During playback or while

stopped

1 Press TITLE/

GROUP.

“_ _” or “_” is shown in the title/group display area in the display window.

Example: During DVD VIDEO playback

1:23:45

2 While the display window shows “_ _”

or “_”, use number buttons (0-10, +10) to enter the desired title or group number.

The system starts playback from the first chapter/track/file of the selected title/group.

• For details on using the number buttons, see “How to use the number buttons” above.

NOTE

• This feature may not work for some discs.

KEY

____

2 Press number buttons (0-9) to enter the

key number, then press ENTER.

When you enter the correct key number, playback starts and the BONUS indicator goes off.

• If you enter the wrong number, reenter the correct number.

To clear the key number entry

Perform whichever one of the following:

• Press 7.

• Open the disc tray.

• Turn off the system.

NOTE

• In Random Playback, tracks in the bonus group are not played back.

Advanced operations

• The icon such as shows the types of discs the operation is available for.

IMPORTANT

Before using the remote control for the following operation; 1 Set the remote control mode selector to

AUDIO.

2Press DVD.

• There are exceptions in the operation mentioned above. In such a case, follow each instruction.

The buttons described below are used on pages 24 to 35.

(play button)

Cursor

(3/2/Y/5)/

ENTER

Remote control mode selector

Number buttons

Using the surround mode

7 Auto Surround (AUTO SURR)

Used to reproduce the sound as it is recorded without any conversion (downmixing or simulation, etc.). For example, a multichannel source is automatically reproduced in multichannel audio.

7 Dolby Surround

Dolby Pro Logic II* Dolby Pro Logic II has a newly developed multichannel playback format to decode all 2 channel sources — stereo source and Dolby Surround encoded source — into a 5.1 channel. Dolby Pro Logic II has two modes — Movie mode and Music mode:

• Pro Logic II Movie (PL II MOVIE)

Suitable for reproduction of Dolby Surround encoded sources bearing the mark .

• Pro Logic II Music (PL II MUSIC)

Suitable for reproduction of any 2 channel stereo music sources.

Dolby Digital* Used to reproduce multichannel soundtracks of the software encoded with Dolby Digital ( ).

7 DTS Digital Surround*

Used to reproduce multichannel soundtracks of the software encoded with DTS Digital Surround ( ). DTS Digital Surround (DTS) is another discrete multichannel digital audio format available on CD and DVD software.

Available Surround modes for each input signal

The B marks show available surround modes.

Signal

Dolby Digital (Multichannel)

Dolby Digital (2 channel)

DTS Digital Surround (Multichannel)

DTS Digital Surround (2 channel)

Analog (VCR) or Linear/Packed PCM (2 channel)

Linear/Packed PCM (Multichannel)

Mode

Surround

off

SURR OFF

Auto

Surround

AUTO SURR

Dolby Surround

PL II

MOVIE

MUSIC*

BB——B ————

BBBB—— ——B

BB——— B ———

BB—— ——B

BBBB—— ——B

BB———— BB—

PL II

Dolby

Digital

DTS Digital

Surround

DTS LPCM PPCM

Linear

PCM

Packed

PCM

DSP

ALL

ST.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, “MLP

Lossless”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

You can select these modes by pressing SURROUND. (A pg. 25)

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Advanced operations

See page 24 for button locations.

7 All Channel Stereo (DSP)

All Channel Stereo (ALL CH ST.) mode can reproduce a larger stereo sound field using all the connected (and activated) speakers. All Channel Stereo can be used while reproducing 2 channel stereo source.

Normal stereo sound All Channel Stereo

7 Indicators on the display window

Digital signal format indicators

PPCM: Lights when DVD AUDIO packed PCM signals

comes in.

LPCM: Lights when Linear PCM signal comes in.

GD: Lights when Dolby Digital signals come in. C: Lights when DTS Digital (Surround) signals

come in.

No indication: No digital signal indicator lights when analog

signals come in.

Dolby Surround/DSP mode indicators

GPLII: Lights when Dolby Pro Logic II mode is activated. DSP: Lights when All Channel Stereo mode is activated.

Source signal indicators, etc.

Light to indicate the incoming signals. a: Lights when the left channel signal comes

in.

b: Lights when the center channel signal comes in. c: Lights when the right channel signal comes in. d: Lights when the LFE channel signal comes in. g: Lights when the surround left channel signal comes in. i: Lights when the surround right channel signal comes in. h: Lights when the monaural surround channel signal or 2

channel Dolby Surround signal comes in.

SW : Always lights.

The channel with “ ” shows that the corresponding speakers are reproducing the channels’ sound. If the channels’ sound decoded into 5.1 channel is reproduced, only “ ” lights.

7 When playing back digital multichannel software

(except during SURR OFF mode)

The appropriate multichannel surround mode (Dolby Digital, DTS Digital Surround or Linear/Packed PCM) is automatically selected.

7 When playing back 2 channel source

You can select either mode of Dolby Pro Logic II (PL II MOVIE/ PL II MUSIC) or the DSP (ALL CH ST.) mode.

Press SURROUND repeatedly to select the desired mode.

The surround mode is turned on and the current surround mode appears on the display window. Each time you press the button, the surround mode changes.

For details on each mode, see page 24.

To turn off the surround mode

Press SURROUND repeatedly until SURR OFF appears on the display window.

Storing adjustments — auto memory

When you turn the power off, the system memorizes the current surround mode. The memorized mode is automatically recalled when you turn the power on.

NOTE

• When FM or AM is selected as the source, you cannot select any surround mode.

• Note that the surround mode takes no effect on MPEG4 playback.

• For a down-mixing prohibited DVD AUDIO disc, the system continues to output multi-channel signals with “MULTI CH” shown on the display window even if the surround mode is turned off during playback. On the other hand, the system outputs only the front left and front right channel signals with “LR ONLY” shown on the display window when you start playback with the surround mode having been set to “SURR OFF”.

Using the on-screen bar

You can check disc information and you can use some functions using the on-screen bar.

Showing the on-screen bar

Selecting the surround mode

The system is set up to automatically select the optimal surround mode for input signal from digital multichannel software. When playing back 2 channel source, you can select the desired surround mode manually.

IMPORTANT

Before using the remote control for the following operation;

• Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO.

7 Whenever a disc is

loaded

Press ON SCREEN.

Each time you press the button, the on-screen bar changes as follows on the TV screen.

Example: During DVD VIDEO playback

OFF

(The on-screen bar disappears)

(back to the beginning)

• The currently selected item shows green.

Advanced operations

See page 24 for button locations.

7 Contents of the on-screen bar during playback

DVD VIDEO

DVD AUDIO

VCD

SVCD

G Shows playback status.

: appears during playback.

/ : appears during fast forward/reverse.

/ : appears during playback in forward slow-motion/

reverse slow-motion.

: appears when paused.

: appears when stopped.

H Select this to change time information (F). See “Changing the

time information” below.

I Select this for Repeat Playback. (A pg. 33) J Select this for time search function. (A pg. 28) K Select this for chapter (for DVD VIDEO) or track (for DVD

AUDIO) search function. (A pg. 27)

L Select this to change audio language, channel, or stream.

(A pg. 30)

M Select this to change subtitle language. (A pg. 29) N Select this to change view angle. (A pg. 29) O Select this to change the page. (A pg. 31) P Shows Playback Mode status.

PROGRAM: appears during Program Playback. (A pg. 32) RANDOM: appears during Random Playback. (A pg. 33)

Q Shows Repeat Mode status. (A pg. 33)

Changing the time information

You can change the time information in the on-screen bar on the TV screen and the display window of the center unit.

7 During playback

MPEG4*

H – O are not available.

A Shows disc type. B Shows current transfer rate (Megabits per second). C Shows disc number. D Shows current title (for DVD VIDEO) or group (for DVD

AUDIO) number.

E Shows current chapter number (for DVD VIDEO) or track

number (for other type of discs).

F Shows time information. See “Changing the time information”

below.

1 Press ON SCREEN twice.

The on-screen bar appears on the TV screen.

2 Press Cursor 3/2 to highlight . 3 Press ENTER repeatedly to select the

desired information.

Example: When elapsed playing time of disc is selected.

• TIME: Elapsed playing time of current chapter/track

• REM: Remaining time of current chapter/track

• TOTAL: Elapsed time of disc

• T. REM: Remaining time of disc

4 Press ON SCREEN.

The on-screen bar disappears.

Advanced operations

Playing from a specified position on a disc

You can start playing a title, chapter or track you specify. You can also play a disc from specified time.

Locating a desired scene from the DVD menu

DVD VIDEOs generally have their own menus which show disc contents and you can display them on the TV screen. You can locate a desired scene by using these menus.

7 Whenever a DVD VIDEO is loaded

1 Press TOP MENU or MENU.

The menu appears on the TV screen.

Example:

See page 24 for button locations.

2 Press number buttons (1-10, +10) to

select the number of the desired item.

• For details on using the number buttons, see “How to use the number buttons” (A pg. 23).

To return to the menu

Press RETURN.

When “NEXT” or “PREVIOUS” is shown on the TV screen:

• To go to the next page, press x.

• To return to the previous page, press 4.

NOTE

• If you want to play a PBC-compatible VCD/SVCD without using the PBC function, perform any of the following:

• Start playback by pressing number buttons while stopped.

• Press x repeatedly until the desired track number is displayed,

then start playback by pressing 3 (play button). The track number appears on the display window instead of “PBC”.

• To activate the PBC function when playing a PBC-compatible VCD/ SVCD without using the PBC function, perform any of the following:

• Press TOP MENU or MENU.

• Press 7 twice to stop playback, then press 3 (play button).

Normally, a DVD VIDEO which contains more than one title will have a “top” menu which lists the titles. Press TOP MENU to show the title menu. Some DVD VIDEO may also have a different menu which is shown by pressing MENU. See the instructions for each DVD VIDEO regarding its particular menu.

2 Use Cursor 3/2/Y/5 to select a

desired item.

3 Press ENTER.

• With some discs, you can also select items by entering the corresponding number using number buttons.

Locating a desired scene using a VCD/ SVCD menu with PBC

A VCD or SVCD recorded with PBC has its own menus such as a list of contained songs. You can locate a specific scene by using these menus.

7 During playback with PBC function

1 Press RETURN repeatedly until the

menu appears on the TV screen.

Example:

Locating a desired chapter/track using the on-screen bar

7 During playback

1 Press ON SCREEN twice.

The on-screen bar appears on the TV screen.

2 Press Cursor 3/2 to highlight /

3 Press ENTER.

Example: During DVD VIDEO playback

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

desired chapter number.

Example: To select 8: Press 8.

To select 10: Press 1, then 0. To select 20: Press 2, then 0. To select 37: Press 3, then 7.

To correct a misentry

Repeat step 4.

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JVC TH-M303, TH-M603 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Warnings, Cautions and Others

Table of contents

Introduction

About discs

Description of parts and controls

Connections

Operating external components with the remote control

Basic operations

Playback

Advanced operations