JVC XV-THA35, SP-THA35 User Manual

For Customer Use:

Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which are located either on the rear, bottom or side of the cabinet. Retain this information for future reference.

Model No.

Serial No.

DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM

COMPACT

SUPER VIDEO

DIGITAL

SURROUND

DIGITAL•EX

PRO LOGIC

VOLUME

PHONES

DSPSURROUNDSOURCE

STANDBY

STANDBY/ON

DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM TH-A35

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

VCRTV

CENTER

REAR-RREAR-L

TEST

DVD FM/AM

CONTROL

AUX

TV/VIDEO

MUTING

REC/MEMORY

TOP MENU

PTYPTY

NEWS/INFO

PTY SEARCH

CHOICE

DOWN - TUNING - UP

SLOW

AUDIO

RETURN DIMMER DSP

SLEEP

RM-STHA35R

DVD CINEMA SYSTEM

SURROUND

SUB TITLE ANGLE ZOOM

ON SCREEN

RDS

CLEAR SETTINGFM MODE

SUBWOOFER

TV VOL

AUDIO VOL

SOUND

1234

5678

VCR

ENTER

TH-A35

Consists of XV-THA35 and SP-THA35

INSTRUCTIONS

LVT1009-003D

[B]

Warnings, Cautions and Others

IMPORTANT for the U.K.

DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug

fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.

BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted.

If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off ensure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.

If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructions given below:

IMPORTANT. DO NOT make any connection to the terminal which is marked

with the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured green or green-and-yellow.

The wires in the mains lead on this product are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue : Neutral Brown : Live

As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.

The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.

IF IN DOUBT - CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN.

CAUTION

To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.:

1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet.

2. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

Caution ––STANDBY/ON switch!

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

CAUTION

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

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

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

• Do not 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.

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IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

REPRODUCTION OF LABELS

1 CLASSIFICATION LABEL, PLACED ON REAR ENCLOSURE

2 WARNING LABEL, PLACED INSIDE THE UNIT

1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

2. CAUTION: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam.

3. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside the Unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Caution: Proper Ventilation

To avoid risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage. Locate the apparatus as follows: Front: No obstructions open spacing. Sides: No obstructions in 10 cm from the sides. Top: No obstructions in 10 cm from the top. Back: No obstructions in 15 cm from the back Bottom: No obstructions, place on the level surface. In addition, maintain the best possible air circulation as illustrated.

Spacing 15 cm or more

Wall or obstructions

XV-THA35

Front

Stand height 15 cm or more

Floor

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

“SOME DOS AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT”

This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.

Do read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.

Do ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections.

Do consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.

Do be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.

DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any way—switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.

DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.

DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family know how to do this.

Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people.

DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of traffic safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.

DON’T listen to headphones at high volume as such use can permanently damage your hearing.

DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings.

Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.

DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws — to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.

DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.

ABOVE ALL

— NEVER let anyone, especially children, push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case —this could result in a fatal

electrical shock.;

— NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry!

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Table of Contents

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

2 Select the Source .................................................................. 10

3 Load a DVD ......................................................................... 10

4 Start Playback ...................................................................... 10

5 Adjust the Volume ................................................................ 10

6 Activate Surround or DSP Mode ......................................... 11

7 Stop Playback ...................................................................... 11

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

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

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

3 Load a VCD/CD .................................................................. 12

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

5 Activate Surround or DSP Mode ......................................... 15

Other Basic Operations .............................. 16

Enjoying Sounds from the External Component ..................... 16

Listening with the Headphones ................................................ 17

Adjusting the Brightness .......................................................... 17

Turning Off the Power with the Timer ..................................... 18

Adjusting the Pictures .............................................................. 18

Creating Realistic Sound Fields ................... 19

7 Dolby Surround .................................................................... 19

7 Dolby Digital ........................................................................ 19

7 DTS Digital Surround .......................................................... 19

7 DSP (Digital Signal Processor) Modes ................................ 20

Activating the Surround Mode ................................................. 20

Adjusting the Sound ................................................................. 21

Disc Introduction—DVD/VCD/CD ................ 22

Basic Disc Operations ................................ 23

DVD Playback ........................................... 24

Showing the On-Screen Menu ................................................. 24

Showing the Information on the TV Screen............................. 24

Selecting the Subtitles .............................................................. 25

Selecting the Audio Languages ................................................ 25

Selecting the Multi-Angle Views ............................................. 25

Disc Menu-Driven Playback .................................................... 26

Moving to a Particular Portion Directly ................................... 26

Searching for a Particular Point ............................................... 27

Repeating Playback .................................................................. 27

7 Repeat Play ........................................................................... 27

7 A–B Repeat ........................................................................... 27

Playing Back Chapters in Random Order—Shuffle Play ........ 28

Programming the Playing Order of the Chapters

—Program Play .................................................................. 29

DVD Special Effect Playback .................................................. 30

7 Still Picture/Frame-by-Frame Playback ............................... 30

7 Slow Motion Playback ......................................................... 31

7 Zoom .................................................................................... 31

VCD/CD Playback...................................... 32

Showing the On-Screen Menu ................................................. 32

Showing the Information on the TV Screen............................. 32

Disc Menu-Driven Playback (Only for VCD) .......................... 33

Selecting Playback Channel ..................................................... 33

Moving to a Particular Portion Directly ................................... 33

Searching for a Particular Point ............................................... 34

Repeating Playback .................................................................. 34

7 Repeat Play ........................................................................... 34

7 A–B Repeat ........................................................................... 35

Playing Back Tracks in Random Order—Shuffle Play ............ 35

Programming the Playing Order of the Tracks

—Program Play .................................................................. 36

VCD Special Effect Playback .................................................. 37

7 Still Picture/Frame-by-Frame Playback ............................... 37

7 Slow Motion Playback ......................................................... 37

7 Zoom .................................................................................... 37

MP3 Playback ........................................... 38

Starting Playback ..................................................................... 39

Operations Using the On-Screen Display ................................ 40

Moving to a Particular Track Directly ...................................... 40

Programming the Playing Order of the Tracks

—Program Play .................................................................. 40

JPEG Playback .......................................... 42

Loading the Disc ...................................................................... 42

Operations Using the On-Screen Display ................................ 43

Moving to a Particular File Directly ........................................ 44

Programming the Playing Order of the Files

—Program Play .................................................................. 44

Tuner Operations ....................................... 46

Tuning in Stations .................................................................... 46

Using Preset Tuning ................................................................. 47

Selecting the FM Reception Mode ........................................... 47

Using the RDS (Radio Data System)

to Receive FM Stations ...................................................... 48

Searching for a Program by PTY Codes .................................. 49

Switching to a Selected Program ............................................. 50

7 Description of the PTY codes .............................................. 51

Setting up the DVD Preferences ................. 52

Using the Choice Menus .......................................................... 52

Language Menu ........................................................................ 53

Picture Menu ............................................................................ 54

Audio Menu ............................................................................. 55

Setting Menu ............................................................................ 55

Setting the Parental (Rating) Level .......................................... 57

Operating JVC’s Components ...................... 58

Operating Other Manufacturers’ TV ............ 59

Maintenance ............................................. 60

Troubleshooting ......................................... 61

Specifications............................................ 62

Parts Identification

VOLUME

PHONES

DSPSURROUNDSOURCE

STANDBY

STANDBY/ON

DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM TH-A35

9 p q w

REPEAT 1

MHz

A–BRDSPROGCHPTUNEDTRKTITLE

ProLogic II

DIGITAL

VCDSTEREO MP3

8 3

e r t

5432 6 7 8 9 p q w

Center Unit

Front Panel

See pages in the parentheses for details.

Front Panel

1 STANDBY/ON button and STANDBY lamp (10 – 15) 2 Disc tray (10, 12) 3 Illumination lamp 4 Display window 5 VOLUME control (10, 12, 14) 6 Remote sensor 7 PHONES jack (17) 8 0 (open/close) button (10 – 13, 23, 39)

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

9 3/8, 7, 4, and ¢ buttons

• Pressing 3/

source to the DVD player.

p SOURCE button (10, 12, 14, 16, 46) q SURROUND button (11, 13, 15, 17, 20) w DSP button (11, 13, 15, 17, 20)

also turns on the power and changes the

Display Window

See pages in the parentheses for details.

Display Window

1 Audio channel indicators

• Indicates audio channels currently source signal.

2 Sound signal indicators (19, 20)

• DIGITAL, PRO LOGIC II, and DTS

3 Disc indicators (23)

• DVD, CD, VCD, and MP3

4 Playback indicators

• 3 (play) and 8 (pause)

5 TITLE indicator (23) 6 TRK (track) indicator (23)

7 TUNED indicator (14, 46) 8 CHP (chapter) indicator (23) 9 PROG (program) indicator (29, 36) p RDS indicator (48) q Repeat mode indicators (27, 28, 34, 35)

• REPEAT, 1, and A–B

w Sleep indicator (18) e STEREO indicator (47) r Main display t Frequency unit indicators

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

4 5

t y

i o ;

w e

g h

j k l

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

VCRTV

CENTER

REAR-RREAR-L

TEST

DVD FM/AM

CONTROL

AUX

TV/VIDEO

MUTING

REC/MEMORY

TOP MENU

PTYPTY

NEWS/INFO

PTY SEARCH

CHOICE

DOWN - TUNING - UP

SLOW

AUDIO

RETURN DIMMER DSP

SLEEP

RM-STHA35R

DVD CINEMA SYSTEM

SURROUND

SUB TITLE ANGLE ZOOM

ON SCREEN

RDS

CLEAR SETTING FM MODE

SUBWOOFER

TV VOL

AUDIO VOL

SOUND

1234

5678

VCR

ENTER

Remote Control

See pages in the parentheses for details.

Remote Control

1 STANDBY/ON buttons

•TV

• VCR

button (10, 12, 58, 59)

button (58)

• AUDIO button (10–15)

2 SOUND button (21) 3 • Number buttons

(23, 26, 28, 33, 36, 40, 41, 44, 45, 47, 57–59)

• CLEAR button (26, 30, 33, 37, 54)

• Sound setting buttons (21) CENTER + and – buttons SUBWOOFER + and – buttons REAR-L + and – buttons REAR-R + and – buttons TEST button SETTING button

4 Source selecting buttons (10, 12, 14, 16, 21, 46, 47)

• DVD, FM/AM, AUX

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

5 CONTROL buttons

• TV CONTROL button (58, 59)

• VCR CONTROL button (58)

6 TV VOL + and – buttons (58, 59) 7 AUDIO VOL + and – buttons (10, 12, 14, 16) 8 TOP MENU button (26) 9 Menu operation buttons

• cursor 3, 2, 5, and ∞ buttons NEWS/INFO button PTY 9 and ( buttons PTY SEARCH button

• ENTER button

p CHOICE button (18, 52–57)

q 7, 3, and

buttons

w 4 and ¢ buttons (23, 33, 39, 41, 43, 45, 58)

TUNING UP and DOWN buttons (14, 46)

e AUDIO button (25) r SUB TITLE button (25) t RETURN button (33) y DIMMER button (17)

SLEEP button (18)

u FM MODE button (47) i RDS button (48) o SEARCH button (26, 33) ; TV/VIDEO button (58, 59) a REC/MEMORY button (47, 58) s MUTING button (11, 13, 14, 16) d MENU button (26, 33) f ON SCREEN button (24, 27–30, 32, 34–37) g 1 and ¡ buttons (27, 31, 34, 37, 47, 58, 59)

SLOW + and – buttons (31, 37)

h ZOOM button (31, 37, 43, 45) j ANGLE button (25) k SURROUND button (11, 13, 15, 17, 20) l DSP button (11, 13, 15, 17, 20)

Getting Started

Before Installation

General Precautions

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

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

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

Locations

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

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

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

Handling the center unit

• DO NOT touch the power cord with wet hands.

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

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

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

Putting Batteries in the Remote Control

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

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

1. On the back of the remote control, remove the

battery cover.

2. Insert batteries. Make sure to match the polarity:

(+) to (+) and (–) to (–).

3. Replace the cover.

Checking the Supplied Accessories

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

• Remote Control (1)

• Batteries (2)

• AM Loop Antenna (1)

• FM Antenna (1)

• Video cord (1)

• Speaker cords

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

speaker, and subwoofer

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

* The lengths of the speaker cords above are approximate.

If anything is missing, contact your dealer immediately.

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

CAUTION:

Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking cells:

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

to (+) and (–) to (–).

• Use the correct type of batteries. Batteries that look similar may

differ in voltage.

• Always replace both batteries at the same time.

• Do not expose batteries to heat or flame.

AC IN

SUBWOOFER

CENTER

SPEAKER

REAR

SPEAKERS

RIGHT LEFT

FRONT

SPEAKERS

RIGHT LEFT

ANALOG VIDEO OUT

COAXIAL

FM 75

AM LOOP

EXT

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

OPTICAL

DIGITAL IN

AUX

A N T E N N A

COAXIAL

FM 75

AM LOOP

EXT

A N T E N N A

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Connecting the FM and AM Antennas

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

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

AM Loop Antenna (supplied)

FM Antenna (supplied)

FM antenna connection

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

• If reception is poor, connect an outdoor antenna (IEC or DIN45325.) Before attaching a 75 Ω coaxial cable (with a standard type connector), disconnect the supplied FM antenna.

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

Center unit

AM antenna connection

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

to terminal. Turn the loop until you have the best reception.

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

Note:

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

Getting Started

Right front

speaker

Right rear

speaker

To center speaker

To left front speaker

To right front speaker

To left rear speakerTo right rear speaker

To subwoofer

Left front

speaker

Center speaker

Left rear

speaker

COMPACT

SUPER VIDEO

DIGITAL

SURROUND

DIGITAL•EX

PRO LOGIC

VOLUME

PHONES

DSPSURROUNDSOURCE

STANDBY

STANDBY/ON

DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM TN-A35

Center unit

Subwoofer

AC IN

SUBWOOFER

CENTER

SPEAKER

REAR

SPEAKERS

RIGHT LEFT

FRONT

SPEAKERS

RIGHT LEFT

CAUTION

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 6-8 OHMS

Speaker Layout Diagram

Connecting the Speakers

Left front

speaker

Right front

speaker

Right rear

speaker

Subwoofer

Left rear speaker

Center speaker

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

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

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

CAUTION:

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

Connecting speaker cords to the terminals

Open the terminal clamp.

Insert the speaker cord.

Close the clamp.

When setting the speakers

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

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

You can adjust the delay time of the center speaker and rear speakers. For in-depth information about adjusting the delay time, see “Setting Menu” on pages 55 and 56.

Note:

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

Notes:

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

vinyl by twisting it as shown in the diagram.

• Make sure the core wire of speaker cords do not

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

CAUTION:

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

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

Getting Started

ANALOG VIDEO OUT

COAXIAL

FM 75

AM LOOP

AM EXT

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

OPTICAL

DIGITAL IN

AUX

A N T E N N A

DBS Tuner

Center unit

MD Recorder

Cassette Deck

OUT

LEFT

RIGHT

AUDIO

VCR

MD Recorder

DIGITAL

OPTICAL OUT

OPTICAL

DIGITAL IN

ANALOG

DBS Tuner

Connecting Audio/Video Component

Turn the power off to all components before connections.

Audio Component connection

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

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

Optical digital cord (not supplied)

Audio cord (not supplied)

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

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

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

AC IN

SUBWOOFER

CENTER

SPEAKER

REAR

SPEAKERS

RIGHT LEFT

FRONT

SPEAKERS

RIGHT LEFT

ANALOG VIDEO OUT

COAXIAL

FM 75

AM LOOP

AM EXT

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

OPTICAL

DIGITAL IN

AUX

A N T E N N A

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

TV connection

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

Video cord (supplied) SCART cable (not supplied)

S-video cord (not supplied)

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

For using the composite video cord or S-video cord

• If your TV has S-video (Y/C-separation) jack, connect it using an

S-video cord (not supplied)B. By using this jack, you can get a better picture quality than using composite video cord connection A.

• When you use the S-video cord to connect the TV, you select the video signal type correctly. See “Picture Menu” on page 54.

For using the SCART cable ( C)

If you use the SCART cable to connect the TV, you select the video signal type correctly. See “Picture Menu” on page 54.

• S-video (Y/C-separation) signal does not output from the AV

(SCART) connector. If you want to use S-video (Y/C-separation) signal, connect the TV using an S-video cord (not supplied)B.

• If you use the SCART cable to connect the TV, you can enjoy the sound with TV speakers. When you play back a DVD and select the speaker settings to

2.1 ch (see page 21), the front left and right, center, and rear channel signals are down-mixed and then output from the AV (SCART) connector. Otherwise, the front left, right channel signals are output from the AV (SCART) connector.

Notes:

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

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

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

Basic DVD Operations

AUDIO

AUDIO VOL

1234

5678

VCR

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

VCRTV

CENTER

REAR-RREAR-L

DVD FM/AM

CONTROL

AUX

TV/VIDEO

MUTING

REC/MEMORY

TOP MENU

PTYPTY

NEWS/INFO

PTY SEARCH

CHOICE

DOWN - TUNING - UP

SLOW

AUDIO

RETURN DIMMER DSP

SLEEP

RM-STHA35R

DVD CINEMA SYSTEM

SURROUND

SUB TITLE ANGLE ZOOM

ON SCREEN

RDS

CLEARTEST SETTING FM MODE

SUBWOOFER

TV VOL

AUDIO VOL

SOUND

ENTER

DVD

VOLUME

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

AUDIO

DVD

TV/VIDEO

MUTING

AUDIO VOL +/–

Select the Source

Press DVD.

The source changes to DVD.

Load a DVD

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

CORRECT INCORRECT

• DO NOT use the disc stabilizer.

Start Playback

Press 3.

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

• You can also start playback by closing the disc

tray using 0 on the front panel.

DSP

For in-depth information about DVD operations, see pages 22 to 31.

Turn On the Power

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

• When you use a JVC’s TV, you can turn on your TV by pressing TV

on the remote control, and select the video input by

SURROUND

pressing TV/VIDEO. (If your TV is not a JVC’s, see “Operating Other Manufacturers’ TV” on page 59.)

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

screen—into the desired language, see “ Language Menu” on pages 53.

Press AUDIO panel).

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

(or STANDBY/ON on the front

Adjust the Volume

From the remote control :

To increase the volume,

press and hold AUDIO VOL +.

To decrease the volume,

press and hold AUDIO VOL –.

On the front panel :

To increase the volume,

turn VOLUME control clockwise.

To decrease the volume,

turn VOLUME control counterclockwise.

CAUTION:

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

Notes:

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

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

• If you have turned off the unit with the volume level set at more than level “25,” the volume level will be automatically set at level “25” next time you turn on the unit.

AUDIO

MUTING

DSP

To turn off the sounds temporarily

LIVE HOUSE

STADIUM

CONCERT

THEATERDSP OFF

HALL

SURROUND

PL II MUSIC PL II MOVIE

PL II OFF

From the remote control ONLY:

Press MUTING.

To restore the sound, press MUTING again.

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

Activate Surround or DSP Mode

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

Digital Multichannel Surround—Dolby Digital and DTS Digital Surround

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

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

Realistic Sound Fields” on pages 19 to 21.

Note:

Before activating the Surround or DSP mode, adjust the speaker setting to bring out the best performance from this system. For in-depth information about adjusting the speaker setting, see “Setting Menu” on pages 55 and 56.

Stop Playback

Press 7 twice.

Playback stops completely.

• This system can memorize the end point even when

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

To activate Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround

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

Realistic Sound Fields” on pages 19 to 21.

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

To activate Pro Logic II modes

Press SURROUND.

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

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

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

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

“Creating Realistic Sound Fields” on pages 19 to 21.

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

To activate DSP modes

Press DSP.

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

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

To remove the loaded disc

Press 0.

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

To close the disc tray, press 0 again.

To prohibit disc ejection

On the front panel ONLY:

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

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

To turn off the power (into standby)

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

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

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

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

Basic VCD/CD Operations

AUDIO

AUDIO VOL

DVD

VOLUME

1234

5678

VCR

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

VCRTV

CENTER

REAR-RREAR-L

DVD FM/AM

CONTROL

AUX

TV/VIDEO

MUTING

REC/MEMORY

TOP MENU

PTYPTY

NEWS/INFO

PTY SEARCH

CHOICE

DOWN - TUNING - UP

SLOW

AUDIO

RETURN DIMMER DSP

SLEEP

RM-STHA35R

DVD CINEMA SYSTEM

SURROUND

SUB TITLE ANGLE ZOOM

ON SCREEN

RDS

CLEARTEST SETTING FM MODE

SUBWOOFER

TV VOL

AUDIO VOL

SOUND

ENTER

Select the Source

2 DVD

AUDIO VOL +/–

DSP

AUDIO

TV/VIDEO

MUTING

SURROUND

Press DVD.

Load a VCD/CD

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

CORRECT INCORRECT

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

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

• DO NOT use the disc stabilizer.

Start Playback

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

• For in-depth information about VCD/CD operations, see pages 22, 23, and 32 to 37.

Turn On the Power

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

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

TV pressing TV/VIDEO. (If your TV is not a JVC’s, see “Operating Other Manufacturers’ TV” on page 59.)

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

screen—into the desired language, see “ Language Menu” on pages 53.

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

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

Press 3.

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

• You can also start playback by closing the disc tray

using 0 on the front panel.

Adjust the Volume

From the remote control :

To increase the volume,

press and hold AUDIO VOL +.

To decrease the volume,

press and hold AUDIO VOL –.

On the front panel :

To increase the volume,

turn VOLUME control clockwise.

To decrease the volume,

turn VOLUME control counterclockwise.

CAUTION:

Notes:

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

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

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

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

To turn off the sounds temporarily

AUDIO

MUTING

LIVE HOUSE

STADIUM

CONCERT

THEATERDSP OFF

HALL

DSP

SURROUND

PL II MUSIC PL II MOVIE

PL II OFF

From the remote control ONLY:

Press MUTING.

To restore the sound, press MUTING again.

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

Activate Surround or DSP Mode

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

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

Stop Playback

Press 7 twice.

Playback stops completely.

• This system can memorize the end point even when

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

To remove the loaded disc

Press 0.

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

To close the disc tray, press 0 again.

To activate Pro Logic II modes

Press SURROUND.

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

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

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

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

“Creating Realistic Sound Fields” on pages 19 to 21.

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

To activate DSP modes

Press DSP.

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

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

To prohibit disc ejection

On the front panel ONLY:

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

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

To turn off the power (into standby)

Press AUDIO (or

STANDBY/ON on the front panel).

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

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

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

(or STANDBY/ON on the front

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

Realistic Sound Fields” on pages 19 to 21.

Note:

Basic Tuner Operations

AUDIO

FM/AM

SOURCE

DOWN - TUNING - UP

AUDIO VOL

1234

5678

VCR

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

VCRTV

CENTER

REAR-RREAR-L

SETTINGCLEAR

DVD FM/AM

CONTROL

AUX

TV/VIDEO

MUTING

REC/MEMORY

TOP MENU

PTYPTY

NEWS/INFO

PTY SEARCH

CHOICE

DOWN - TUNING - UP

SLOW

AUDIO

RETURN DIMMER DSP

SLEEP

RM-STHA35R

DVD CINEMA SYSTEM

SURROUND

SUB TITLE ANGLE ZOOM

ON SCREEN

RDS

TEST FM MODE

SUBWOOFER

TV VOL

AUDI O VOL

SOUND

ENTER

VOLUME

DVD

TUNER FM

TUNER AM

ANALOG INDIGITAL IN

TV SOUND

MUTING

AUDIO

FM/AM

AUDIO VOL + / –

TUNING DOWN/UP

MUTING

On the front panel:

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

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

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

Adjust the Volume

From the remote control :

To increase the volume,

press and hold AUDIO VOL +.

To decrease the volume,

press and hold AUDIO VOL –.

On the front panel :

To increase the volume,

turn VOLUME control clockwise.

To decrease the volume,

turn VOLUME control counterclockwise.

DSP

For in-depth information about tuner operations, see “Tuner Operations” on pages 46 to 51.

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

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

From the remote control:

Press FM/AM.

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

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

Turn On the Power

Select the Band

SURROUND

CAUTION:

Notes:

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

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

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

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

To turn off the sounds temporarily

From the remote control ONLY:

Press MUTING.

To restore the sound, press MUTING again.

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

Tune into a Station

From the remote control:

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

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

On the front panel:

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

AUDIO

LIVE HOUSE

STADIUM

CONCERT

THEATERDSP OFF

HALL

DSP

SURROUND

PL II MUSIC PL II MOVIE

PL II OFF

Notes:

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

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

Activate Surround or DSP Mode

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

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

To activate Pro Logic II modes

Press SURROUND.

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

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

changes as follows:

To turn off the power (into standby)

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

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

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

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

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

“Creating Realistic Sound Fields” on pages 19 to 21.

PRO LOGIC

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

To activate DSP modes

Press DSP.

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

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

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

Realistic Sound Fields” on pages 19 to 21.

Note:

Other Basic Operations

AUX

VCR

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

VCRTV

CENTER

REAR-RREAR-L

TEST

DVD FM/AM

CONTROL

AUX

TV/VIDEO

MUTING

REC/MEMORY

TOP MENU

PTYPTY

NEWS/INFO

PTY SEARCH

CHOICE

DOWN - TUNING - UP

SLOW

AUDIO

RETURN DIMMER DSP

SLEEP

RM-STHA35R

DVD CINEMA SYSTEM

SURROUND

SUB TITLE ANGLE ZOOM

ON SCREEN

RDS

CLEAR SETTING FM MODE

SUBWOOFER

TV VOL

AUDIO VOL

SOUND

ENTER

1234

5678

DVD

TUNER FM

TUNER AM

ANALOG INDIGITAL IN

TV SOUND

SOURCE

ANALOG IN

DIGITAL IN

TV SOUND

AUDIO VOL

VOLUME

MUTING

AUX

On the front panel:

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

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

AUDIO VOL

MUTING

+/–

3/2

ENTER

DIMMER

SURROUND

DSP

Enjoying Sounds from the External Component

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

Select AUX as the source.

From the remote control:

Press AUX.

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

Start playback on the external equipment.

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

Adjust the Volume

From the remote control :

To increase the volume,

press and hold AUDIO VOL +.

To decrease the volume,

press and hold AUDIO VOL –.

On the front panel :

To increase the volume,

turn VOLUME control clockwise.

To decrease the volume,

turn VOLUME control counterclockwise.

CAUTION:

Notes:

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

volume level step by step.

• The volume level can be adjusted within 64 steps—

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

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

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

To turn off the sounds temporarily

From the remote control ONLY:

Press MUTING.

DIGITAL IN : Select this to enjoy the external equipment

connected to the OPTICAL DIGITAL IN terminal.

TV SOUND : Select this to enjoy the TV sound connected

with SCART cable.

ANALOG IN : Select this to enjoy the external equipment

connected to the ANALOG IN jacks.

To restore the sound, press MUTING again.

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

PL II MUSIC PL II MOVIE

PL II OFF

SURROUND

LIVE HOUSE

STADIUM

CONCERT

THEATERDSP OFF

HALL

DSP

DIMMER

SLEEP

ENTER

DIMMER

SLEEP

ENTER

DIMMER MAX (Maximum)

DIMMER MIN (Minimum)

DIMMER MID (Middle)

Activate Surround or DSP Mode

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

Digital Multichannel Surround—Dolby Digital and DTS Digital Surround

You can enjoy Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround when you playback Multichannel source on the external equipment.

To activate Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround

When playback source is encoded with Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround, the system detects it and activate Multichannel Surround automatically. – For in-depth information about surround modes, see “Creating

Realistic Sound Fields” on pages 19 to 21.

Listening with the Headphones

You can enjoy the sound with headphones. Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack on the front panel. The speakers are diactivated and you can listen the sound with the headphones.

• Disconnecting a pair of headphones from the PHONES jack activate speakers.

CAUTION:

Be sure to turn down the volume:

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

• Before removing headphones, as high volume may output from the speakers.

Adjusting the Brightness

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

To activate Pro Logic II modes

Press SURROUND.

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

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

• When Dolby Pro Logic II mode is activated, the PRO LOGIC

II indicator lights up on the display.

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

“Creating Realistic Sound Fields” on pages 19 to 21.

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

To activate DSP modes

Press DSP.

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

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

You can dim the indications on the display window and the illumination lamps on the center unit.

There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step

From the remote control ONLY:

Press DIMMER repeatedly until

again.

“DIMMER (with the current setting) ” appears on the display.

• Each time you press the button, the indication in the main display changes as follows:

* With the current level is shown. ** With the remaining time is shown.

Press cursor 3/2 to adjust the brightness level.

• The brightness level changes as

follows:

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

Realistic Sound Fields” on pages 19 to 21.

Notes:

• On some source signals, no sounds come out from the subwoofer.

• Before activating the Surround or DSP mode, adjust the speaker setting to bring out the best performance from this system. For in-depth information about adjusting the speaker setting, see “Setting Menu” on pages 55 and 56.

Press ENTER.

“OK” appears on the display and the brightness level changes.

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