JVC Th A30 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.
LVT0945-002A[J]
INSTRUCTIONS
DVD DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEM
TH-A30
Consists of XV-THA30, SP-XA30, SP-XSA30 and SP-WA30
DIGITAL
SURROUND
DIGITAL
STANDBY
AUDIO/FM MODE
DSPVOLUME SOURCE
DVD DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEM TH-A30
STANDBY/ON
DISPLAYTV/VIDEO
TOP MENUAUDIO
TUNING
ENTER
PROGRESSIVE
VCR CHANNEL TUNER PRESET
DVD FM/AM AUX
MUTING STANDBY/ON
VCR
VCR 
CONTROL
MENU
TVAUDIO/
FM MODESUBTITLE
RETURN
STEPTV VOLUME TV CHANNEL
VOLUME
B.SEARCH F.SEARCH
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RM-STHA30JDVD THEATER SYSTEM
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							  CAUTION:         TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
                         DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
                      NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
  REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, 
within an equilateral triangle is intended to 
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated 
dangerous voltage within the products 
enclosure that may be of sufficient 
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric 
shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral 
triangle is intended to alert the user to the 
presence of important operating and 
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the 
literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
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.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE 
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, 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
 switch in any position does not disconnect.
For U.S.A.This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits 
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.  
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against 
harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency 
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the 
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio 
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference 
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause 
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be 
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is 
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the 
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that 
to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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.
Warnings, Cautions and Others
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.
Front
XV-THA30
Spacing 15 cm or more
Wall or obstructions
Floor
Stand height
15 cm or more
G-1
1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
2.CAUTION: Visible 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.
IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS
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Table of Contents
Parts Identification ...................................... 2
Center Unit ................................................................................. 2
Remote Control .......................................................................... 3
Getting Started ........................................... 5
Before Installation ...................................................................... 5
Checking the Supplied Accessories ........................................... 5
Putting Batteries in the Remote Control .................................... 5
Connecting the FM and AM Antennas ....................................... 6
Speaker Layout Diagram ............................................................ 7
Connecting the Speakers ............................................................ 8
Connecting Audio/Video  Component ........................................ 9
TV Preparation .......................................... 11
Changing the Scan Mode ......................................................... 11
Basic DVD Operations ................................ 12
1 Turn On the Power ............................................................... 12
2 Selecting the source ............................................................. 12
3 Load a DVD ......................................................................... 12
4 Start Playback ...................................................................... 12
5 Adjust the Volume ................................................................ 12
6 Select an Appropriate Progressive Mode ............................. 13
7 Activate Surround or DSP Mode ......................................... 13
8 Stop Playback ...................................................................... 13
Basic VCD/CD Operations .......................... 14
1 Turn On the Power ............................................................... 14
2 Selecting the source ............................................................. 12
3 Load a VCD/CD .................................................................. 14
4 Start Playback ...................................................................... 14
5 Adjust the Volume ................................................................ 15
6 Activate DSP Mode ............................................................. 15
7 Stop Playback ...................................................................... 15
Basic Tuner Operations .............................. 16
1 Turn On the Power ............................................................... 16
2 Select the Band .................................................................... 16
3 Adjust the Volume ................................................................ 16
4 Tune in to a Station .............................................................. 16
Other Basic Operations .............................. 17
Enjoying Sounds from the External Component ..................... 17
Selecting an Appropriate Progressive Mode ............................ 17
Turning Off the Power with the Timer ..................................... 17
Speaker Settings ....................................... 18
Setting the Delay Time ............................................................. 18
Creating Realistic Sound Fields ................... 20
7 Dolby Digital and DTS Digital Surround ............................. 20
7 Dolby Surround .................................................................... 20
7 DSP (Digital Signal Processor) Modes ................................ 21
Adjusting Stereo Sound ............................................................ 22
Adjusting Dolby Digital and DTS Digital Surround ................ 23
Activating Dynamic Range Compression ................................ 24
Adjusting Dolby Surround ....................................................... 24
Adjusting DSP Modes .............................................................. 25
Disc Introduction—DVD/VCD/CD ................ 27Basic Disc Operations ................................ 28
DVD Playback ........................................... 29
Showing the On-Screen Bar ..................................................... 29
Selecting the Subtitles .............................................................. 30
Selecting the Audio Languages ................................................ 30
Selecting the Multi-Angle Views ............................................. 30
Checking the Remaining Time ................................................. 31
Disc Menu-Driven Playback .................................................... 31
Moving to a Particular Portion Directly ................................... 32
Searching for a Particular Point ............................................... 32
Repeating Playback .................................................................. 33
7 Repeat Play ........................................................................... 33
7 A–B  Repeat ........................................................................... 33
Programming the Playing Order of the Chapters
—Program Play .................................................................. 34
DVD Special Effect Playback .................................................. 36
7 Still Picture/Frame-by-Frame Playback ............................... 36
7 Slow Motion Playback ......................................................... 36
7 Zoom .................................................................................... 36
VCD/CD Playback ...................................... 37
Showing the On-Screen Bar ..................................................... 37
Checking the Remaining Time ................................................. 37
Disc Menu-Driven Playback (Only for VCD) .......................... 38
Moving to a Particular Portion Directly ................................... 38
Searching for a Particular Point ............................................... 38
Repeating Playback .................................................................. 39
7 Repeat Play ........................................................................... 39
7 A–B  Repeat ........................................................................... 39
Programming the Playing Order of the Tracks
—Program Play .................................................................. 40
Selecting Playback Channel ..................................................... 41
VCD Special Effect Playback .................................................. 42
7 Still Picture/Frame-by-Frame Playback ............................... 42
7 Slow Motion Playback ......................................................... 42
7 Zoom .................................................................................... 42
MP3 Introduction ...................................... 43
MP3 Playback ........................................... 44
Starting Playback ..................................................................... 44
Operations Using the On-Screen Display ................................ 45
Moving to a Particular Track Directly ...................................... 46
Repeating Playback .................................................................. 46
Tuner Operations ....................................... 47
Tuning in Stations .................................................................... 47
Using Preset Tuning ................................................................. 48
Selecting the FM Reception Mode ........................................... 48
Setting up the DVD Preferences ................. 49
Setting the Initial Languages .................................................... 49
Introducing the DVD Preference (System) .............................. 50
Setting the Parental (Rating) Level .......................................... 52
Operating JVC’s Components ...................... 54
Operating Other Manufacturers’ TV ............ 55
Maintenance ............................................. 56
Troubleshooting ......................................... 57
Specifications ............................................ 58
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Parts Identification
Front Panel
See pages in the parentheses for details.
Display Window
1Sound signal indicators (13, 15, 17, 20)
• PRO LOGIC, DOLBY DIGITAL, DTS,
and LINEAR PCM
2TITLE indicator (28)
3Tuner mode indicators (16, 47, 48)
• TUNED and ST (stereo)
4PROGRAM indicator (34, 40, 48)
DIGITAL
SURROUND
DIGITAL
STANDBY
AUDIO/FM MODE
DSPVOLUME SOURCE
DVD DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEM TH-A30
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See pages in the parentheses for details.
Front Panel
1STANDBY/ON button and STANDBY lamp (12 – 16)
2AUDIO/FM MODE button (30, 41, 48)
3Multi operation buttons
•4, ¢, and 7
4Disc tray (12, 14)
50 (open/close) button (12 – 15, 35, 40, 44)
• Pressing this button also turns on the power and
changes the source to the DVD player.
6Display window7Remote sensor
83/8 (play/pause) button (12, 13,14,15, 28, 44)
• Pressing this button also turns on the power and
changes the source to the DVD player.
9DSP button (13, 15, 22, 25)
pVOLUME + and – buttons (12, 15, 16)
qSOURCE button (16, 17, 47, 48)
wIllumination lamp (12 – 16)
5DSP indicator (21, 25)
6PBC (Play Back Control) indicator (37, 38)
7Frequency unit indicators
• MHz (for FM station) and kHz (for AM station)
8Audio channel indicators
• Indicates audio channels currently being played back.
9Main display
Display Window
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Center Unit
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Remote Control
See pages in the parentheses for details.
Remote Cotrol
1STANDBY/ON AUDIO button (12 – 16)
2VCR
 button (54)
3TV
 button (12, 14, 54, 55)
4STEP button (36, 42, 54)
5DISPLAY button (29, 37)
6AUDIO/FM MODE button (30, 41, 48)
7SUBTITLE button (30)
8Source selecting buttons (12, 14, 16, 17, 24, 47)
• DVD, FM/AM, AUX
• Pressing one of these buttons also turns on the power.
94, 7, 3/8, and ¢ buttons
TUNER PRESET UP and DOWN buttons (48)
FF (Fast-forward) and REW (Rewind) buttons
pVCR CHANNEL + and – buttons (54)
TUNING + and – buttons (16, 47)
¡ F. (Forward) SEARCH and 1 B. (Back) SEARCH
buttons
qMenu operation buttons
•3, 2, 5, and ∞ buttons
• ENTER button
wVOLUME + and – buttons (12, 15, 16)
eTOP MENU button (31)
rMENU button (31, 38)
tTV/VIDEO button (12, 14, 54, 55)
yPROGRESSIVE button (11, 13, 17)
uTV CHANNEL + and – buttons (54, 55)
iTV VOLUME + and – buttons  (54, 55)
oVCR CONTROL button (54)
IMPORTANT:
If you press VCR CONTROL , this remote control will work
ONLY for the JVC’s VCR. When you want to operate the system
again, press DVD or FM/AM.
;MUTING button (12, 15)
aRETURN button (38, 50, 51)
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1Number buttons (31, 38, 46, 54, 55)
2SLOW button (36, 42)
3ZOOM button (36, 42)
4ANGLE button (30)
5REPEAT button (33, 39, 46)
6A–B REPEAT button (33, 39)
7CLEAR button (32, 38, 41)
8SEARCH button (32, 38, 46)
9SOUND button (22 – 26)
pSETTING button (18, 19)
qPRO LOGIC button  (17, 19, 22, 24)
wSETUP button (50 – 53)
eTEST button (21)
rD.R.C button (24)
tDSP MODE button  (13, 15, 22, 25)
yPROGRAM button  (34, 35, 40, 48)
uSLEEP button (17)
iREMAIN button (31, 37)
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Getting Started
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.
If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases, replace
the batteries. Use two UM-4“AAA”/IEC “R03” type dry-cell
batteries.
CAUTION:
Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking cells:
•Place batteries in the remote control so they match the polarity: (+)
to (+) and (–) to (–).
•Use the correct type of batteries. Batteries that look similar may
differ in voltage.
•Always replace both batteries at the same time.
•Do not expose batteries to heat or flame.
Before Installation
General Precautions
• DO NOT insert any metal object into the center unit.
• DO NOT disassemble the center unit or remove screws, covers, or
cabinet.
• DO NOT expose the center unit to rain or moisture.
Locations
• Install the center unit in a location that is level and protected from
moisture.
• The temperature around the center unit must be between 5˚C and
35˚C (41˚F and 95˚F).
• Make sure there is good ventilation around the center unit. Poor
ventilation could cause overheating and damage the center unit.
Handling the center unit
• DO NOT touch the power cord with wet hands.
• DO NOT pull on the power cord to unplug the cord. When
unplugging the cord, always grasp the plug so as not to damage
the cord.
• Keep the power cord away from the connecting cords and the
antenna. The power cord may cause noise or screen interference. It
is recommended to use a coaxial cable for antenna connection,
since it is well-shielded against interference.
• When a power failure occurs, or when you unplug the power cord,
the preset settings such as preset FM/AM channels and sound
adjustments may be erased in a few days.
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)
If anything is missing, contact your dealer immediately.
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Connecting the FM and AM Antennas
FM antenna (supplied)If FM reception is poor, connect
outdoor FM antenna (not supplied).
AM antenna connection
Connect the supplied AM loop antenna to the AM and H terminals.
Turn the loop until you have the best reception.
• If reception is poor, connect an outdoor single vinyl-covered wire
to the AM terminal. (Keep the AM loop antenna connected.)
Note:
If the AM loop antenna wire is covered with vinyl, remove
the vinyl by twisting it as shown in the diagram.
Snap the tabs on the loop into
the slots of the base to
assemble the AM loop antenna. If AM reception is poor, connect single vinyl-covered
wire (not supplied).
AM loop antenna
(supplied)
FM antenna connection
Connect the supplied FM antenna to the FM 75 Ω COAXIAL
terminal as temporary measure.
Extend the supplied FM antenna horizontally.
• If reception is poor, connect an outdoor antenna. Before attaching
a 75 Ω coaxial cable (with a standard type connector), disconnect
the supplied FM antenna.Center unit
About the cooling fan
A cooling fan is mounted on the rear panel of the center unit to
prevent abnormal temperature inside the center unit, thus assuring
normal operation of the unit. The cooling fan automatically starts
rotating to supply external cool air to the inside of the center unit
when the internal temperature goes up.For safety, observe the following carefully.
• Make sure there is good ventilation around the center unit. Poor
ventilation could overheat and damage the center unit.
• DO NOT block the cooling fan and the ventilation openings or
holes. (If they are blocked by a newspaper or cloth, etc., the
heat may not be able to get out.)
• DO NOT touch the speaker cords to the cooling fan.
Cooling fan
(See “About the cooling fan” below.)
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Getting Started
Subwoofer
Left rear
speaker
Right front 
speaker
Right rear
speaker
To center speaker
To left front speaker
To right front speaker To left rear 
speaker To right rear
speaker
To subwoofer
Left front
speaker
DIGITAL
SURROUNDDIGITALSTANDBY
AUDIO/FM MODE
DSPVOLUME SOURCEDVD DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEM TH-A30STANDBY/ON
Center unit
Center speaker
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COMPONENT OUT
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Speaker Layout Diagram
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