JVC TH-M42 User Manual

DVD DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEM

TH-M42

Consists of XV-THM42, SP-PWM45, SP-THM45C, SP-THM45F and SP-THM45S

INSTRUCTIONS

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.

LVT1024-017A

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Warnings, Cautions and Others

1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

DANGER

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

CAUTION

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

: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open and

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

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-THM42)

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.

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Warnings, Cautions and Others

For Canada/pour le Canada

CAUTION

WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION

INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQUAU FOND.

: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH

: POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES,

For Canada/pour le Canada

THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED THE CLASS B LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE EMISSIONS FROM DIGITAL APPARATUS AS SET OUT IN THE INTERFERENCE-CAUSING EQUIPMENT STANDARD ENTITLED “DIGITAL APPARATUS,” ICES-003 OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS. CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE RESPECTE LES LIMITES DE BRUITS RADIOELECTRIQUES APPLICABLES AUX APPAREILS NUMIRIQUES DE CLASSE B PRESCRITES DANS LA NORME SUR LE MATERIEL BROUILLEUR: “APPAREILS NUMERIQUES”, NMB-003 EDICTEE PAR LE MINISTRE DES COMMUNICATIONS.

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

TH-M42: 25.2 kg/56 lbs

CAUTION!

To avoid personal injury or accidentally dropping the unit, have two persons unpack, carry, and install the unit.

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

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

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

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

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

Disc structure ........................................................................4

Playback Control function (PBC) — VCD and SVCD only ......4

Names of parts and controls ...........5

Getting started ................................. 8

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

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

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

Turning the system on/off....................................................17

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

Adjusting the volume ...........................................................18

Turning off the sound temporarily .......................................18

Adjusting the brightness......................................................18

Using the Sleep Timer..........................................................19

Adjusting the output level of the subwoofer.........................19

Adjusting the bass/treble sound...........................................19

Changing the decode mode .................................................20

Changing the scan mode .....................................................20

Playback ......................................... 21

Basic playback .....................................................................21

Playback features.................................................................23

Tuner operations ............................ 25

Manual tuning......................................................................25

Preset tuning .......................................................................25

Selecting the FM reception mode.........................................26

Reducing the noise of AM broadcast ...................................26

Creating realistic sound fields ...... 27

Using the surround mode....................................................29

Adjusting the sound.............................................................30

Advanced operations ..................... 31

Using the on-screen bar ......................................................31

Playing from a specified position on a disc..........................32

Using the MP3 control display.............................................34

Using the JPEG control display............................................35

Selecting a view angle of DVD .............................................36

Selecting the subtitle/audio languages.................................37

Special picture playback ......................................................39

Program Playback................................................................41

Random Playback................................................................42

Repeat Playback ..................................................................42

Setting DVD preferences ............... 44

Using the choice menus ......................................................44

Menu description.................................................................46

Parental Lock.......................................................................49

System setting ............................... 52

AV COMPU LINK remote control

system ............................................ 53

References ..................................... 54

Maintenance ........................................................................54

Trouble shooting..................................................................54

Glossary...............................................................................57

Index....................................................................................58

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

Introduction

Notes on handling

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 (41°F and 95°F).

• 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 (1.0 watt) 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.

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 DVDs, Super Video CDs (SVCDs), Video CDs (VCDs) and Audio CDs. Recording of copyrighted material may infringe copyright laws.

Note about copyguard system

DVDs 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

5 m (16 ft): For satellite (front left/right) and center speakers (3)

10 m (32 ft): For satellite speakers (surround left/right) (2) (Length of speaker cords is approximate.)

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.

About discs

Playable disc types

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

• This system can also play back MP3 and JPEG files recorded on CD-Rs and CD-RWs. (Apg. 21)

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

Discs you can play:

Disc

Type

DVD NTSC 1/ALL

VCD NTSC —

SVCD NTSC —

Audio CD — —

CD-R — —

CD-RW — —

Note on Region Code

DVD players and DVDs have their own Region Code numbers. This system can only play back DVDs recorded with the color system of NTSC whose Region Code number includes “1”.

Examples:

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

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

• On some DVDs, Video CDs 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 back 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 back CD-Rs or CD-RWs if MP3 files or JPEG 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.

Mark (Logo)

Video

Format

Region

Code

Number

Especially, the configuration and characteristics of an MP3 disc or a JPEG 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 disc may be skipped or may not be played back normally.

•

Some files on a JPEG 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.

About MP3 discs

MP3 is an abbreviation for Motion Picture Experts Group 1 (or MPEG-1) Audio Layer 3. MP3 is simply a compressed data file format. By using MP3 format, one CD-R or CD-RW can contain 10 times as much data as one regular CD.

About JPEG discs

A still-picture data compression system proposed by the Joint Photographic Expert Group, which features small decrease in image quality in spite of its high compression ratio.

Notes on MP3/JPEG discs

• MP3/JPEG 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/JPEG disc, select ISO 9660 Level 1 or Level 2 for the disc format.

• This system supports “multi-session” discs (up to 5 sessions).

• This system cannot play “packet write” discs.

• The system can only play MP3/JPEG files with the following file extensions; MP3: “.MP3”, “.Mp3”, “.mP3” and “.mp3” JPEG: “.jpg”, “.jpeg”, “.JPG”, “.JPEG” and any uppercase and

lowercase combination (such as “.Jpg”)

• If both MP3 files and JPEG files are recorded on a disc, set the MP3/JPEG setting in the PICTURE menu to the appropriate setting for the data to be read (“MP3” or “JPEG”). (Apg. 47)

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

Notes on MP3 discs only

• ID3* tags cannot be shown on the display. * An MP3 file can contain file information called an “ID3 Tag”

where its album name, performer, track title, etc. are recorded. There are two versions, ID3v1 (ID3 Tag version 1) and ID3v2 (ID3 Tag version 2).

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

• Some tracks on an MP3 disc may be skipped or may not be played back normally.

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*. Progressive JPEG files* or lossless JPEG files* cannot be played. * Baseline JPEG format: Used for digital cameras, web, etc.

Progressive JPEG format:Used for web. Lossless JPEG format: An old type and rarely used now.

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

About discs

NOTE

Submenu

Menu screen

A: Moving picture B: Still picture

Press RETURN.

IMPORTANT

Before playing a disc, make sure of the following;

• Check the connection with the TV.

• Turn on your TV and select the correct input mode on the TV to view the pictures or on-screen information on the TV screen.

• For DVD playback, you can change the initial setting to your preference. (Apg.44–51)

If B appears on the TV screen when pressing a button;

The disc cannot accept the operation you have tried to do, or the information required for that operation is not recorded on the disc.

NOTICE:

be accepted.

In some cases, without showing B, operations will not

Disc structure

DVD

A DVD consists of “titles” and each title may be divided into “chapters”. For example, if a DVD contains movies, each movie may have its

own title number and may be further divided into chapters.

Title 1 Title 2

Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 1 Chapter 2

Playback Control function (PBC) — VCD and SVCD only

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.

High-resolution still image display

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

Menu-driven playback

A selection menu is displayed when you start playing a Video CD or SVCD 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. You can interact with the screen using a menu display to select and play an entry. See example illustration below about basic features of menu-driven playback (for details about the operation through the menu, also see page 33).

Video CD/SVCD/Audio CD

A Video CD, SVCD, Audio CD consists of “tracks”. In general, each track has its own track number. (On some discs, each track may also be further divided by indexes.)

Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5

MP3 discs

On an MP3 disc, each song is recorded as a track (file). Tracks are usually grouped into a group (folder). Groups can also include other groups, creating hierarchical group layers. This system can recognize up to 150 tracks per group and up to 99 groups per disc.

• If there is any type of file other than MP3 files in a group (folder), those files are also counted in the total number of 150.

Group 1 Group 2

Track 1 Track 2 Group 3 Group 4 Group 5

JPEG discs

On a JPEG disc, each still picture is recorded as a file. Files are usually grouped into a group (folder). Groups can also include other groups, creating hierarchical folder layers. This system can recognize up to 150 files per group and up to 99 groups per disc.

• If there is any type of file other than JPEG files in a group (folder), those files are also counted in the total number of 150.

Group 1 Group 2

• When operating a Video CD or SVCD using the menu, some functions such as Repeat Playback may not work.

File 1 File 2 Group 3 Group 4 Group 5

Names of parts and controls

Front panel (center unit)

Standby lamp (STANDBY) Apg. 17

Standby-on button (FSTANDBY/ON) Apg. 17

Stop button (7) Apg. 21

Play button (3) Apg. 21

Pause button (8) Apg. 21

Reverse skip button (4) Apg. 24

Forward skip button (

Source button (SOURCE) Apg. 18

) Apg. 24

Rear panel (center unit)

Volume control (VOLUME) Apg. 18

Disc trays Apg. 21

Illumination lamp Apg. 18

Remote sensor Apg. 14

Display window Apg.6,22

Open/close buttons (0) Apg. 21

Disc buttons (DISC 1-5) Apg. 21

System cord connector Apg. 10

Audio input jacks (AUDIO IN (VCR)) Apg. 12

Digital input jack (DIGITAL IN) Apg. 12

Antenna terminals (ANTENNA) Apg. 9

Video output jacks (VIDEO OUT) Apg. 8 VIDEO, S-VIDEO

Video input jacks (VCR IN) Apg. 12 VIDEO, S-VIDEO

Video output jacks (VIDEO OUT) Apg. 8 COMPONENT (Y, P

AV COMPU LINK-III jacks Apg. 53

AC IN socket Apg. 13

B,PR

)

Names of parts and controls

Display window (center unit)

Disc indicators Apg. 23

MP3 indicator Apg. 22

Channel indicator (CH) Apg. 26

Main display Apg. 22

Stereo indicator (ST) Apg. 25

Tuning indicator (TUNED) Apg. 25

Auto muting indicator (AUTO MUTING) Apg. 26

Source signal indicators (

•

pg. 28

Subwoofer indicator ( ) Apg. 28

•

Sound reproducing speaker indicator ( ) Apg. 28

•

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Powered subwoofer

Dolby Pro Logic II indicator (GPLII) Apg. 27

•

Linear PCM indicator (LPCM) Apg. 28

•

Digital signal format indicators Apg. 28

•

Dolby Digital (GDIGITAL), DTS (C)

Surround indicator (SURROUND) Apg. 29

DSP indicator Apg. 27 – 29

Progressive mode indicator (PROGRESSIVE) Apg. 20

)

Resume indicator (RESUME) Apg. 22

Repeat mode indicators Apg. 42

Rear Front

System cord connector Apg. 10

Front speaker terminals (FRONT SPEAKERS) Apg. 11

Center speaker terminals (CENTER SPEAKER) Apg. 11

Surround speaker terminals (SURROUND SPEAKERS) Apg. 11

Power cord Apg. 13

Power lamp (POWER ON) Apg. 17

Names of parts and controls

Remote control

NOTE

• To use buttons I –

and g – p, slide down the remote control cover.

Remote control mode selector Apg. 15 – 52 AUDIO, TV, VCR/DBS

Muting button (MUTING) Apg. 18

Disc buttons (DISC 1-5) Apg. 21

TV volume buttons (TV VOL +/–) Apg. 15

Operating buttons

Play button (3) Apg. 22

•

Forward/reverse skip buttons (¢/4) Apg. 24

•

Fast-forward/reverse playback buttons (¡/1) Apg. 24

•

Stop button (7) Apg. 21

•

Pause button (8) Apg. 21

•

Tuning buttons (TUNINGª, TUNING·) Apg. 25

•

Memory button (MEMORY) Apg. 26

•

FM reception/Beat Cut mode button (FM MODE) Apg. 26

•

Top menu button (TOP MENU) Apg. 32

Cursor buttons (3/2///5) Apg. 32

•

Enter button (ENTER) Apg. 15

•

One Touch Replay button ( ) Apg. 23

•

Record button (REC) Apg. 16

•

Audio button (AUDIO) Apg. 37, 38

Subtitle button (SUBTITLE) Apg. 37

VFP setting button Apg. 40

•

Progressive mode button (PROGRESSIVE) Apg. 20

•

Choice menu button (CHOICE) Apg. 44

Setting button (SETTING) Apg. 52

Title/group button (TITLE/GROUP) Apg. 33

Repeat button (REPEAT) Apg. 42

A-B repeat button (A-B REPEAT) Apg. 43

Sleep button (SLEEP) Apg. 19

Dimmer button (DIMMER) Apg. 18

Surround buttons (SURROUND) Mode (MODE), On/Off (ON/OFF) Apg. 29

Effect button (EFFECT) Apg. 30

Test tone button (TEST) Apg. 30

Subwoofer adjustment buttons (S.WFR +/–) Apg. 19

Center speaker adjustment buttons (CENTER +/–) Apg. 30

Standby-on button (FAUDIO) Apg. 17

Standby-on button (FVCR/DBS) Apg. 15

Standby-on button (FTV) Apg. 15

Source selecting buttons Apg. 18 DVD, FM/AM, DBS, VCR

TV/Video mode button (TV/VIDEO) Apg. 15

Channel buttons (CHANNEL +/–) Apg. 15

Volume buttons (AUDIO VOL +/–) Apg. 18

Menu button (MENU) Apg. 32

On-screen button (ON SCREEN) Apg. 31

Number buttons Apg. 15, 24, 33

•

TV returning button (TV RETURN) Apg. 15

•

Return button (RETURN) Apg.4,33

Angle button (ANGLE) Apg. 36

Decode mode button (DECODE) Apg. 20

Zoom button (ZOOM) Apg. 39

Cancel button (CANCEL) Apg. 41

Display window button (FL DISPLAY) Apg. 22

Treble adjustment buttons (TREBLE +/–) Apg. 19

Bass adjustment buttons (BASS +/–) Apg. 19

Surround speaker adjustment buttons (SURR) Apg. 30 Left (L +/–), Right (R +/–)

Getting started

Connections

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

• Since different components often have different terminal names, carefully read the instructions supplied with the components you are going to connect.

Connecting a TV

To view pictures and on-screen displays, connect the TV to the center unit.

• 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. (Apg. 47)

To connect a TV through the component video input jacks

If your TV has component video input jacks, connect them using a component video cord (not supplied) to view a high quality picture.

• Connect “Y” to “Y”, “P

• If your TV supports progressive video input, you can enjoy a high quality picture by setting the progressive scan mode to active. (Apg. 20)

” to “PB”, “PR” to “PR” correctly.

Center unit

Green

To component video input

Component video cord (not supplied)

NOTE

• 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. (Apg. 18)

To connect a TV through the composite or S-video jacks

Connect the TV using the composite video cord (supplied) or an S-video cord (not supplied). If your TV has an S-video (Y/C-separation) jack, you can get better picture quality than by using composite video connection.

• Connect the S-video cord by matching the / mark on the plug to the one on the rear of the center unit.

To composite video input

To S-video input S-video cord

Composite video cord

(not supplied)

Blue

(supplied)

Red

Center unit

Getting started

NOTE

Outdoor single vinyl-covered wire antenna (not supplied)

AM loop antenna

Extend the supplied FM antenna horizontally.

Center unit

Outdoor FM antenna

(not supplied)

Outdoor FM antenna cord

(not supplied)

Connecting the FM and AM antennas

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

AM loop antenna

Setting up supplied AM loop antenna

Attach the AM loop to its base by snapping the tabs on the loop into the slot on the base.

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

If reception is poor

Connect an outdoor single vinyl-covered wire antenna (not supplied) to the AM EXT terminal. (Keep the AM loop antenna connected.)

• Twist together both wires.

FM antenna

Connecting supplied FM antenna

Press and hold down the terminal clamp.

Insert the antenna cord.

Release finger from the clamp.

• Turn the loop antenna until you have the best reception.

If reception is poor

Connect an outdoor FM antenna with standard type (75 C coaxial) connector.

• Disconnect the supplied FM antenna before attaching a 75 C coaxial connector (the kind with a round wire going to an outdoor antenna).

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

Getting started

Front rightFront left

Center

speaker

Powered

subwoofer

Surround left Surround right

Connecting the powered subwoofer

Connect the supplied powered subwoofer (SP-PWM45) using the system cord (supplied).

• Connect the system cord by matching the # marks on the plugs to the ones on the center unit and powered subwoofer.

System cord (supplied)

Ensure that the the plug faces down.

mark on

Connecting the satellite speakers

Speaker layout

When positioning the speakers, to obtain the best possible sound from this system you need to place all satellite speakers at the same distance from the listening position with the front of each speaker facing toward the listener.

When you cannot place them at the same distance from the listening position, you can make adjustment so that speakers operate as if they are placed at the best position. (AAAA pg. 48)

• Normally place the powered subwoofer in front of you. (Since bass sound is non-directional, you do not need to place it at the same distance as the other speakers.)

NOTE

• Although the satellite speakers and the powered subwoofer are magnetically shielded, the TV screen may appear mottled. In this case, keep the distance between them to the TV to over 10 cm (4 inches).

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

• When you position the satellite speakers in a relatively high place, such as the top of your bookshelf, place them on a flat and level surface.

• Speaker grilles are not removable. Trying to remove them by force may damage them.

Center unit

Powered

subwoofer

Getting started

Connecting the satellite (front, center, surround) speakers

Be sure to identify each speaker

powered subwoofer.

CAUTION

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

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

Before connecting the speaker cords;

Twist and pull the insulation coat off and remove.

(SP-THM45C/SP-THM45F/SP-THM45S) and connect them to the corresponding terminals of the

Front speakers (SP-THM45F)

Press and hold the clamp.

• Connect the white cords to the red (ª) terminals and black cords to the black (·) terminals.

Insert the bare end of the speaker cord into the terminal.

Release the clamp.

Center speaker (SP-THM45C)

Powered

subwoofer

Black

Surround speakers

(SP-THM45S)

CAUTION

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.

Black

White

Red

Getting started

Connecting to an analog component

You can enjoy the sound of an analog component such as a VCR, TV, or Cassette recorder with this system. Use RCA pin plug cords (not supplied) for connection.

Center unit

Red White

To composite video output

To S-video output

To audio output

S-video cord

(not supplied)

Composite video cord

(not supplied)

AB C

VCR

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.

RCA pin plug cord (not supplied)

TV Cassette recorder

Connecting to a digital component

You can enjoy the sound of a digital component such as a DBS (Direct Broadcast Satellite) tuner or MD recorder with this system. Use digital optical cord (not supplied) for connection.

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

Center unit

Digital optical cord

(not supplied)

To digital optical output

DBS tuner

NOTE

• Only digital audio signals can be input when selecting “DBS” as the source to play. (Apg. 18) When connecting a video component such as a DBS tuner, operate this system to listen to the sound.

MD recorder

Getting started

Connecting the power cord

Make sure that all connections have been completed, before plugging in the power cords of the center unit and powered subwoofer.

Firmly insert the supplied power cord into the ÓAC IN socket on the rear of the center unit.

Plug both power cords into AC outlets.

Center unit

Plug into AC outlets.

Power cord (supplied)

Power cord

CAUTION

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

• 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 and pull the plug so as not to damage the cord.

NOTE

• Keep power cords away from other connected cords. The power cords may cause noise or screen interference.

• Preset settings, such as preset stations and surround mode adjustment, may be erased in a few days in the following cases;

•

If you unplug the power cord of the center unit.

•

If a power failure occurs.

• The speakers will not produce any sound if the power cord of the powered subwoofer is removed from the AC outlet while the center unit is turned on. In this case, press then press

AUDIO

on the remote control or

STANDBY/ON

again.

STANDBY/ON

on the center unit to turn the power off, plug in the powered subwoofer,

Powered subwoofer

Getting started

Remote sensor

Using the remote control

The remote control makes it easy to use many of the system functions from a distance of up to 7 m (23 ft) away.

• You can also use the remote control supplied for this system to operate other manufacturers’ TVs (Apg. 15), VCRs (Apg. 16) and DBS tuners/CATV converters (Apg. 15).

Putting batteries in the remote control

Before using the remote control, first put in the 2 supplied batteries.

Remove the battery cover on the back of the remote control.

Insert the batteries.

• Make sure to match polarity: (+) to (+) and (–) to (–).

Operating the system from the remote control

Aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the center unit.

• To control other components, aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on each component. Refer also to their instruction manuals.

• To operate the remote control properly, do not hide the remote sensor by placing any obstructions in front of it.

Replace the cover.

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

CAUTION

• Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking batteries;

•

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.

Getting started

NOTE

IMPORTANT

Remote control

mode selector

(play button)

Number buttons

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 Sanyo 13

Magnavox 02 Sharp 06

Mitsubishi 03 Sony 07

Panasonic 04, 11 Toshiba 08

RCA 05 Zenith 09

Release FTV.

Try operating your TV by pressing

TV.

When your TV turns on or off, you have entered the correct code. If there is more than one code listed for corresponding brand, try each one until you enter the correct one.

For TV operations

You can operate your TV using the remote control supplied with this system.

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

To set the manufacturer’s code

You can operate a JVC TV without setting the remote control signal.

Slide the remote control mode selector to TV.

Press and hold

Keep the button pressed until step 4 is finished.

Press ENTER.

TV.

• Manufacturers’ codes are subject to change without notice. If they are changed, this remote control cannot operate the equipment.

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

Operation

Before using the remote control to operate a TV;

• Set the remote control mode selector to TV.

The following buttons are available:

: Turns TV on and off.

TV VOL +/– TV/VIDEO

CHANNEL +/– 1-10, 0, +10 (100+) TV RETURN

: Adjusts the volume.

: Selects the input mode (either TV or

VIDEO).

: Changes the channels.

: Selects the channel.

: Alternates between the previously selected

channel and the current channel.

For DBS tuner or CATV converter operations

You can operate your DBS tuner or CATV converter using the remote control supplied with this system.

• Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your DBS tuner or CATV converter.

To set the manufacturer’s code

Slide the remote control mode selector to VCR/DBS.

Press and hold DBS.

Keep the button pressed until step 4 is finished.

Press ENTER.

Getting started

NOTE

IMPORTANT

NOTE

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

Hamin/Regal 15, 16, 17, 18

Pioneer 13, 14

RCA 19

Scientific Atlanta 09, 10

Sony 20

Zenith 11, 12

Release DBS.

Try operating your DBS tuner or CATV converter by pressing

When your DBS tuner or CATV converter turns on or off, you have entered the correct code. If there is more than one code listed for your brand, try each one until you enter the correct one.

NOTE

• Manufacturers’ codes are subject to change without notice. If they are changed, this remote control cannot operate the equipment.

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

Operation

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

The following buttons are available:

VCR/DBS

CHANNEL +/– 1-10, 0, +10 (100+)

DBS

: Turns DBS tuner or CATV converter on and

off.

: Changes the channels.

: Selects the channel.

VCR/DBS.

For VCR operations

You can operate your VCR using the remote control supplied with this system.

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

To set the manufacturer’s code

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

Release VCR.

Try operating your VCR by pressing

VCR/DBS.

When your VCR turns on or off, you have entered the correct code. If there is more than one cord listed for your brand, try each one until you enter the correct one.

• Manufacturers’ codes are subject to change without notice. If they are changed, this remote control cannot operate the equipment.

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

Operation

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

VCR/DBS

2 Press

The following buttons are available:

VCR/DBS

F 3

(play button): Starts playback.

: Stops operation.

: Pauses playback.

: Fast forwards video tape.

: Rewinds video tape.

REC

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

CHANNEL +/–

VCR

: Turns VCR on and off.

start recording or together with 8 to pause recording.

: Changes the TV channels on the VCR.

2 3

Slide the remote control mode selector to VCR/DBS.

Press and hold VCR.

Keep the button pressed until step 4 is finished.

Press ENTER.

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 VCR or DBS tuner/CATV converter again, it is not necessary to press

VCR

DBS

after setting the remote control mode selector.

AUDIO

or TV. When operating

Basic operations

NOTE

Message area

This section mainly explains operations commonly used when you enjoy this system.

• Turn on your TV and select the correct input mode on the TV.

IMPORTANT

Before using the remote control for the following operation,

• Set the remote control mode selector to

AUDIO

Remote control

mode selector

Source selecting buttons

Turning the system on/off

To turn the power on

On the remote control:

Press

On the center unit:

Press

The STANDBY lamp goes off.

When DVD is selected as the source (Apg. 18), the opening screen* appears on the TV screen.

* The following messages may appear in the message area depending on the status of this system.

• “OPEN”/“CLOSE”:

• “NOW READING”:

• “REGION CODE ERROR!”:

• “NO DISC”:

AUDIO.

STANDBY/ON.

Opening screen

Appears when opening or closing the selected disc tray.

Appears when the system is reading the disc information.

Appears when the Region Code of the DVD does not match the code the center unit supports. The DVD cannot be played back.

Appears when no disc is loaded to the selected disc tray.

To turn the power off

On the remote control:

Press

On the center unit:

Press

The STANDBY lamp lights.

• The power supply to the subwoofer is linked to the center unit. The

• A small amount of the power is consumed even when the power is

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

AUDIO again.

STANDBY/ON again.

POWER ON lamp on the subwoofer lights green when the power is turned on.

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.

•

One of 0 buttons on the center unit

•

One of the source selecting buttons on the remote control

•

One of the You can use the same buttons on the remote control except after pressing

DISC (1-5)

FM/AM

buttons or 3 on the center unit.

Illumination lamp

Basic operations

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 CD etc.). (Apg. 21, 23)

FM/AM

: To tune in an FM or AM station. (Apg. 25)

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. (Apg. 12)

DBS

: To select the source from a component connected to the

DIGITAL IN (DBS) jack. (Apg. 12)

On the center unit:

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

Each time you press the button, the source changes as follows;

DVD ] AM ] FM ] VCR ] DBS ] (back to the

]

beginning)

The selected source name appears on the display window.

Example: When “VCR” is selected.

NOTE

• When a source except DVD is selected, this system does not output video signals.

Turning off the sound temporarily

On the remote control:

Press MUTING.

“MUTING” appears on the display window and the sound turns off.

To restore the sound

MUTING

Press

• Pressing unit) also restores the sound.

again.

AUDIO VOL +/–

(or turning

VOLUM E

on the center

Adjusting the brightness

You can dim the indications on the display window, the illumination lamp level on the center unit.

On the remote control:

Press DIMMER.

Each time you press the button, the brightness level changes as follows;

OFF ] DIMMER1 ] DIMMER2 ] (back to the

]

beginning)

• OFF: Returns to the normal level.

• DIMMER1: Dims the display window, the illumination lamp.

• DIMMER2: Dims the display window more than DIMMER1 and

turns off the illumination lamp.

Adjusting the 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.

You can adjust the volume level within the range from “0” (minimum) to “70” (maximum).

On the remote control:

Press AUDIO VOL + or –.

• Press + to increase volume.

• Press – to decrease volume.

On the center unit:

Turn VOLUME.

VOLUM E

•Turn

VOLUM E

•Turn

The volume level appears on the display window.

clockwise to increase volume. counterclockwise to decrease volume.

Basic operations

NOTE

IMPORTANT

Before using the remote control for the following operation,

• Set the remote control mode selector to

Remote control

mode selector

AUDIO

To change the remaining time until the shut-off time

SLEEP

Press

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

To cancel the Sleep Timer

Press window.

• Turning off the power also cancels the Sleep Timer.

• When DVD is selected as the source to play, the system can also turn off automatically if playback is not restarted within the length of time you have specified (Auto Standby function). (Apg. 49)

• When both the Sleep Timer and Auto Standby function are activated, if the shut-off time set by the Auto Standby function comes earlier than the one set by the Sleep Timer, the Auto Standby function controls shut-off time.

repeatedly.

SLEEP

repeatedly until “0min” appears on the display

Adjusting the output level of the subwoofer

You can adjust the output level within the range from –10 to 10.

On the remote control:

Press S.WFR +/–.

Using the Sleep Timer

Using the Sleep Timer, you can fall asleep while listening to music and know the system will turn off by itself rather than play all night.

On the remote control:

Press SLEEP.

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

0min (cancelled) ] 10min (minutes) ] 20min ] 30min

]

60min ] 90min ] 120min ] 150min ] (back to the

]

beginning)

To check the remaining time until the shut-off time

SLEEP

Press

• The remaining time until the shut-off time appears on the display window for a while.

once.

• You can also make adjustments using the choice menu shown on the TV screen. (Apg. 48)

• The adjustments on a source take effect for the other sources.

Adjusting the bass/treble sound

You can adjust each enhancement level from the front speakers within the range from –10 to 10.

On the remote control:

Press BASS +/– for bass sound. Press TREBLE +/– for treble sound.

• You can also make adjustments using the choice menu shown on the TV screen. (Apg. 47)

• The adjustments on a source take effect for the other sources.

• You can adjust bass/treble enhancement level only for front left/right channel. However, the supplied speakers cannot add the effective change to the bass sound because of their cutoff frequency even if the bass sound adjustment is made. (Apg. 48) To change the bass enhancement level more efficiently, adjust the output level of the subwoofer. (A “Adjusting the output level of the subwoofer”) (When you change the front speakers to the larger ones and select “LARGE” for the front speakers in the SIZE sub-menu (Apg. 48), the effective adjustment of bass sound is also possible by pressing

BASS +/–

Basic operations

NOTE

Changing the decode mode

When you play a disc (or software) encoded with Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround, the following symptoms may occur;

• Sound does not come out at the beginning of playback.

• Noise comes out while searching for or skipping chapters or tracks.

In these cases, change the decode mode to “DOLBY D” (for Dolby Digital) or “DTS” (for DTS Digital Surround).

When DVD or DBS is selected as the source

On the remote control:

Press DECODE to select the decode mode.

The current decode mode appears on the display window.

Example:When “AUTO/PCM” is selected.

Each time you press the button, the decode mode changes as follows;

AUTO/PCM ] DOLBY D ] DTS ] (back to the

]

beginning)

• AUTO/PCM: Normally select this. The system automatically

detects the incoming signals.

• DOLBY D: Select this if the symptoms above occur when

playing a disc (or software) encoded with Dolby Digital.

• DTS: Select this if the symptoms above occur when

playing a disc (or software) encoded with DTS Digital Surround.

NOTE

• When “DOLBY D” or “DTS” is selected, if a signal encoded with another digital format comes in, you cannot listen to the sound. (The

DIGITAL or C indicator flashes.)

• Changing the source returns the decode mode to “AUTO/PCM” automatically.

Changing the scan mode

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

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

• If your TV equipped with component jacks does not support the progressive video input, do not change the scan mode to the progressive scan mode.

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

scanning format of an image signal.

•

480p indicates 480 scanning lines with progressive format.

•

480i indicates 480 scanning lines with interlaced format.

When DVD is selected as the source

On the remote control:

Press DVD.

Press and hold PROGRESSIVE for 3 seconds.

Each time you perform this operation, the scan mode changes as follows;

INTERLACE O PROGRESSIVE

• INTERLACE: Select this if your TV equipped with component jacks supports the interlaced video input only.

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

When “PROGRESSIVE” is selected, the PROGRESSIVE indicator lights.

• 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 in the progressive scan mode. In such a case, change the scan mode to “INTERLACE”. To check the compatibility of your TV, contact your local JVC customer service center.

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

Playback

With the label side up

When placing an 8 cm (3 inches) disc

This section explains basic operations of DVD player. For more details about DVD player operations, see pages 31 to 43.

• shows the types of discs the operation is available for.

• Turn on your TV and select the correct input mode on the TV.

IMPORTANT

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

AUDIO

2Press

DVD

Remote control

mode selector

Basic playback

To load a disc

Up to 5 discs can be loaded.

Press 0 for a desired disc tray on the center unit to open the disc tray.

The system turns on and the disc tray comes out.

Place a disc on the disc tray.

(play button)

To start playback

Press the selected DISC (1-5) button.

The system starts playback after closing the disc tray. You can use the same buttons on the center unit for operations unless otherwise noted.

When loading an MP3 disc

The MP3 control display (Apg. 34) appears on the TV screen and playback starts from the first track in the first group after pressing

DISC

the played, the system starts playback of tracks in the next group.

When loading a JPEG disc

The slide-show* playback starts from the first file in the first group after pressing the of a JPEG disc, the JPEG control display (Apg. 35) appears on the TV screen. * Slide-show Each file (still picture) is shown on the TV screen for about 3 seconds, then changed to the next file one after another automatically. When all files in a group have been played, the system starts playback of files in the next group.

button in step 3. When all tracks in a group have been

DISC

button in step 3. When stopping playback

To pause playback

Press 8.

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

To stop playback

Press 7.

To change the playback disc while playing back the another disc

Press the desired

• If no disc is set in the specified tray, the system starts playback of the disc in the next tray automatically.

To remove a disc

Press 0 for a desired disc tray on the center unit.

DISC (1-5)

button.

Playback

NOTE

Signal and speaker indicators

Chapter number

Elapsed playing time

(hour:minute:second)

Surround mode and digital signal format

Disc indicators

Title number

Each time

FL DISPLAY

is pressed, the indications

alternate between those shown above and below.

Chapter number

Track number

Elapsed playing time (minute:second)

Signal and speaker

indicators

Disc indicators

Track number

Elapsed playing time (minute:second)

(during playback only)

Group number Track number

Each time

FL DISPLAY

is pressed, the indications

alternate between those shown above and below.

Signal and speaker

indicators

Disc indicators

MP3 indicator

Group number

Disc indicators

File number

Continued on next page

NOTE

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

• Regardless of the operation for starting playback, the system plays back all available discs sequentially until you stop playback. However, the system stops playback after playback of the disc in the fifth tray.

• When Video CDs/SVCDs with PBC function (Apg. 4) or DVD that automatically go to the menu screen and wait for the next instruction, the system does not move to the next disc. In such a case, select the item to be played back from the menu. (Apg. 33)

• You can check playback information on the display window and the TV screen. (Apg. 31)

• Some tracks on an MP3 disc may be skipped or may not be played back normally.

• When you play back a JPEG disc, press buttons after the whole picture appears on the TV screen. The system cannot accept operations even though you press buttons while showing a picture.

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

• If a black screen continuously appears in the slide-show playback, the file currently being played may be a non-baseline JPEG file. In this case, select a playable file (a baseline JPEG file). For example, press

take a long time to select another file.

Resume Playback (DVD/Video CD/SVCD only)

to open the JPEG control display, etc. Note that it may

When Resume Playback is set to “ON” (Apg. 49) and you stop playback by the following operations, the position where playback has been stopped is stored. (The RESUME indicator lights.)

• Turning off the power (Apg. 17)

• Pressing

• Changing the source (Apg. 18)

DVD

Playback information on the display window

DVD

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

Video CD/SVCD/Audio CD

Example: When a Video CD is played back

To start playback from the stored position

(The RESUME indicator goes off.)

• Press the selected

DISC

control or the center unit.

• Select DVD as the source again if you changed the source.

To clear the stored position

Press 7 again or open the disc tray with the playback disc.

• When the stored position has been cleared, playback starts from the beginning of the disc.

To prevent screen burn-out with the 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 47.

On-screen guide icons

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

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

subtitle 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.

• If “B” appears on the TV screen when pressing a button, the disc cannot accept an operation you have tried to do or information required for that operation is not recorded to the disc.

NOTE

• In some cases, without showing “B”, operations will not be accepted.

• If you do not want the on-screen guide icons to appear, see page 49.

button or 3 (play button) on the remote

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

MP3 disc

JPEG disc

Playback

IMPORTANT

NOTE

Number buttons

(play button)

Remote control

mode selector

NOTE

• You can change the time information mode. (Apg. 32)

• You can also check the playback information on the TV screen. (Apg. 31)

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

Currently loaded disc numbers

NOTE

When loading a disc;

• Only after a

You can lock trays and prohibit the unwanted disc ejection by children.

On the center unit ONLY:

While the system is turned off

disc in the disc tray 5 is selected.

Currently selected disc number ( appears beside the disc number)

DISC

information of the disc on the specified tray. After that, the disc indicators show the current disc status correctly.

button is pressed the system starts reading the

Tray lock

Press and hold 7, then press 0 for DISC 1.

Playback features

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

AUDIO

2 Press

DVD

• The system turns on and “LOCKED” appears on the display window.

• If you try to eject discs, “LOCKED” appears and indicates that trays are locked.

To unlock trays

When the system is turned off, press and hold 7, then press 0 for

DISC 1

• The system turns on and “UNLOCKED” appears on the display window.

One Touch Replay

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

During playback

On the remote control:

Press .

• This function works between chapters in the same title.

• This function may not work for some DVDs.

Playback

NOTE

Fast-forward/fast-reverse search

You can search for a particular point while playing a disc.

During playback

On the remote control:

Press

Each time you press the button, the search speed changes as follows; Forward:

Reverse:

* and are only available for DVD.

To return to normal speed playback

Press 3 (play button).

On the remote control and the center unit:

Press and hold

Continuously pressing ¢/4 increases the fast-forward/reverse search speed as follows;

To return to normal speed playback

Release the button.

NOTE

• When a DVD, Video CD or SVCD is played back, no sound comes

• When an Audio CD is played back, sound is intermittent and low

• This function may not work for some DVDs.

¡/1

¢/4

out during fast-forward/reverse search.

during fast-forward/reverse search.

Locating a desired selection using number buttons

You can locate the desired title, chapter, track or file by selecting its number.

For DVD (title, chapter): While stopped (the title number is selected.) During playback (the chapter number is selected.)

For Video CD/SVCD (track): During playback without PBC function For Audio CD/MP3/JPEG (track/file): During playback or while stopped

On the remote control:

Press number buttons (1-10, +10) to select the desired title, chapter or track number.

Examples: To select 3: Press 3.

To select 14: Press To select 24: Press To select 40: Press The specified title, chapter, track or file number appears on the display window and playback begins from that location.

• While playing a DVD, if a menu is shown on the TV screen, number buttons may be used for selecting an item in the menu. (Apg. 32)

• While playing a Video CD or SVCD with the PBC function, if a menu is shown on the TV screen, number buttons are used for selecting an item in the menu. (Apg. 33)

+10

, then 4.

+10

twice, then 4.

+10

three times, then 10.

Locating the beginning of a desired selection

You can locate the beginning of a chapter, track or file.

For DVD (chapter): During playback For Video CD/SVCD (track): During playback without PBC function For Audio CD/MP3/JPEG (track/file): During playback or while stopped

To skip chapters, tracks or files forward

Press

To skip to the beginning of the current chapter, track or file

Press

To skip chapters, tracks or files backward

Press

NOTE

• This function may not work for some DVDs.

• When playing a Video CD or SVCD with the PBC function,

• When playing back an MP3/JPEG disc, you can make operations

as many times as required.

once.

as many times as required.

may be used for the operations of menu-driven playback.

(Apg.4,33)

using the MP3/JPEG control display. (Apg. 34, 35)

and

Tuner operations

NOTE

After a few seconds

You can browse through all the stations or use the preset function to go immediately to a particular station.

IMPORTANT

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

AUDIO

2Press

FM/AM

Remote control

mode selector

Manual tuning

On the remote control:

Press FM/AM repeatedly to select the band.

Each time you press the button, the band alternates between FM and AM. The selected band appears on the display window, then the last received station appears.

Example: When AM is selected

Press TUNINGª or TUNING· repeatedly until you find the frequency you want.

When you hold down the button until the system starts searching for stations and then release it, the system stops searching automatically when a station of sufficient signal strength is tuned in to.

TUNING

•

TUNING

•

: Increases frequency.

: Decreases frequency.

Number buttons

• When a station of sufficient signal strength is tuned in, the TUNED indicator lights on the display window.

• When an FM stereo program is received, the ST indicator lights on the display window.

Preset tuning

Once a station is assigned to a channel number, the station can be quickly tuned in. You can preset 30 FM and 15 AM stations.

To preset the stations

Before you start operation;

• There is a time limit when doing the following steps. If the setting is cancelled before you finish, start from step 2 again.

Tune in the station you want to preset.

• For the detailed procedure, see “Manual tuning”.

• If you want to store the FM reception mode for an FM station, select the reception mode you want. See “Selecting the FM reception mode” (Apg. 26).

Tuner operations

Press MEMORY.

The channel number position starts flashing on the display window for about 5 seconds.

While the channel number position is flashing:

Press number button(s) (1-10, +10) to select a channel number.

The channel number and the CH indicator start flashing.

Examples: For channel number 3: Press 3.

For channel number 14: Press

(For FM stations only) For channel number 24: Press For channel number 30: Press

While the selected number is flashing:

Press MEMORY again.

The selected number stops flashing. The station is assigned to the selected preset number.

+10

, then 4.

+10

twice, then 4.

+10

twice, then 10.

Selecting the FM reception mode

When the stereo FM program currently tuned in is noisy, you can change the FM reception mode to improve the reception.

• You can store the FM reception mode for each preset station. See “Preset tuning” (Apg. 25).

While listening to an FM station

On the remote control:

Press FM MODE.

The FM reception mode appears on the display window. Each time you press the button, the FM reception mode alternates between “AUTO MUTING” and “MONO”.

• AUTO M UTING :

When a program is broadcast in stereo, you will hear stereo sound. (The ST indicator lights on the display window.) When in monaural, you will hear monaural sound. This mode is also useful to suppress static noise between stations. The AUTO MUTING indicator lights on the display window.

• MONO:

Reception will be improved although you will lose the stereo effect. (The ST indicator goes off.) In this mode, you will hear noise until you are tuned in to a station. (The AUTO MUTING indicator also goes off.)

Repeat steps 1 to 4 until you store all the stations you want.

To erase a stored preset station

Storing a new station to a used number erases the previously stored one.

To tune in to a preset station

On the remote control:

Press FM/AM repeatedly to select the band.

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

Press number button(s) (1-10, +10) to select a preset channel number.

Examples: For channel number 3: Press 3.

For channel number 14: Press

(For FM stations only) For channel number 24: Press For channel number 30: Press

+10

, then 4.

+10

twice, then 4.

+10

twice, then 10.

Reducing the noise of AM broadcast

When listening to an AM broadcast with a lot of noise interference, you can change the Beat Cut mode to reduce the noise.

While listening to an AM station

On the remote control:

Press FM MODE.

The current Beat Cut mode appears on the display window. Each time you press the button, the Beat Cut mode alternates between “BEAT CUT 1” and “BEAT CUT 2”.

• Choose “BEAT CUT 1” or “BEAT CUT 2” according to which gives clearer sound.

Creating realistic sound fields

You can use the following surround modes to reproduce a realistic sound field.

• Dolby Surround

•

Dolby Pro Logic II

•

Dolby Digital

• DTS Digital Surround

• DSP modes

•

DAP modes

•

All Channel Stereo

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. The matrix-based encoding/decoding method used by Dolby Pro Logic II makes no limitation for the cutoff frequency of the treble from surround channel and enables stereo surround sound compared to conventional Dolby Pro Logic. Dolby Pro Logic II enables to reproduce spacious sound from original sound without adding any new sounds and tonal coloration. 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 . You can enjoy soundfield very close to the one created with discrete 5.1 channel sounds.

• Pro Logic II Music (PL II MUSIC)

Suitable for reproduction of any 2 channel stereo music sources. You can enjoy wide and deep sound by using this mode.

• When Dolby Pro Logic II is activated, the GPLII indicator lights on the display window.

Dolby Digital

Used to reproduce multichannel soundtracks of the software encoded with Dolby Digital ( ). Dolby Digital 5.1 ch (DOLBY D) encoding method (so-called discrete multichannel digital audio format) records and digitally compresses the front left channel, front right channel, center channel, surround left channel, surround right channel and LFE channel signals. Since each channel is completely independent from the other channel signals to avoid interference, you can obtain much better sound quality with much stereo and surround effects.

NOTE

• Dolby Digital software can be roughly grouped into two categoriesmultichannel (up to “5.1” channel) and 2 channel software. To enjoy surround sounds while playing Dolby Digital 2 ch software, you can use Dolby Pro Logic II.

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, LD and DVD software. Compared to Dolby Digital, audio compression ratio is relatively low. This fact allows DTS Digital Surround format to add breadth and depth to the reproduced sounds. As a result, DTS Digital Surround features natural, solid and clear sound.

DSP modes

DAP (Digital Acoustic Processor) modes

DAP modes have been designed to create important acoustic surround elements. The sound heard in a live club, dance club, hall or pavilion consists of direct sound and indirect sound — early reflections and reflections from behind. Direct sounds reach the listener directly without any reflection. On the other hand, indirect sounds are delayed by the distances of the ceiling and walls (see the diagram below). These indirect sounds are important elements of the acoustic surround effects. The DAP mode can reproduce a realistic sound field by adding these indirect sounds.

The following DAP modes are provided with this system.

LIVE CLUB

DANCE CLUB

HALL

PAVILION

These DAP modes can be used to add the acoustic surround effects while reproducing 2 channel stereo source, and can give you a real “being there” feeling.

• When one of the DAP modes is selected, the DSP indicator lights on the display window.

Gives the feeling of a live music club with a low ceiling.

Gives a throbbing bass beat.

Gives clear vocal and the feeling of a concert hall.

Gives the spacious feeling of a pavilion with a high ceiling.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered

trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

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JVC TH-M42 User Manual

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Table of contents

Introduction

About discs

Names of parts and controls

Getting started

Basic operations

Playback

Tuner operations

Creating realistic sound fields