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The AV COMPU LINK remote 
control system allows you to operate 
JVC TVs and VCRs through the center unit. This system is 
equipped with the AV COMPU LINK-III, which adds a function to 
operate JVC’s video components via the video components 
terminals. To use this remote control system, you need to connect 
the video components you want to operate as follows.
• Refer also to the manuals supplied with your TV and video 
components.
Connecting a TV and VCR
CAUTION
Before connecting;
• If you have already plugged your VCR, TV and the center unit into 
the AC outlets, unplug their AC power cords first.
1Connect the center unit to a TV and 
VCR.
• For details, see pages 12 and 13.
2Connect the center unit to a TV and 
VCR using the optional AV COMPU 
LINK cords.
3Plug the AC power cords of the VCR, TV 
and the center unit into the AC outlets.
4Turn on the connected components 
first, then turn on the center unit.
• When turning on the TV for the first time after the AV 
COMPU LINK connection, turn the TV volume to minimum 
using the TV volume control on the TV.
• When turning on the VCR, use the remote control supplied 
with this system. (Press FVCR/DBS.)
NOTE
• To correctly use the automatic selection of TV input mode, select the 
correct “MON.” (Monitor Out) setting. (See page 32.)
Available functions
The AV COMPU LINK remote control system allows you to use the 
functions listed following.
One-touch video play
Simply by inserting a video cassette without its safety tab into the 
VCR, you can enjoy video playback without manually setting other 
switches. This system automatically turns on and changes the 
source to VCR.
The TV automatically turns on and changes the input mode to the 
appropriate position so that you can view the playback picture.
When you insert a video cassette with its safety tab in place, press 
the play (3) button on the VCR or on the remote control to get the 
same result.
One-touch DVD play
Simply by starting playback on the built-in DVD player, you can 
enjoy playback without manually setting other switches. The TV 
automatically turns on and changes the input mode to the 
appropriate position so that you can view the playback picture.
Automatic selection of TV input mode
When you select DVD or VCR as the source to play on the system, 
the TV automatically changes the input mode to the appropriate 
position so that you can view the playback picture.
Automatic Power On/Off
The TV and VCR turn on and off along with the system.
When you turn on the system;
• If the previously selected source is “DVD”, only the TV will turn 
on automatically.
• If the previously selected source is “VCR”, the TV and VCR will 
turn on automatically.
When you turn off the system, the TV and VCR will turn off.
NOTE
• If you turn off the system while recording on the VCR, the VCR will 
not turn off and will continue recording.
• When starting playback on the VCR with “HDMI” selected for 
“MON.” (Monitor Out) setting (see page 32), the system 
automatically turns on and changes the source to VCR, while the TV 
does not automatically turn on nor change the input mode. In this 
case, turn the TV on and change the input mode of the TV manually.
TVAV COMPU LINK cord
(not supplied)
VCR Center unit
AV COMPU LINK remote control system
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7Handling Discs
• Remove the disc from its case by holding it at 
the edge while pressing the center hole lightly.
• Do not touch the shiny surface of the disc or 
bend the disc.
• Put the disc back in its case after use to 
prevent warping.
• Be careful not to scratch the surface of the disc 
when placing it back in its case. 
• Avoid exposure to direct sunlight, extreme 
temperature and moisture.To clean the disc 
Wipe the disc with a soft cloth in a straight line 
from center to edge.
• DO NOT use any solvent — such as 
conventional record cleaner, spray, 
thinner or benzine — to clean the disc.
7Cleaning the system
• Stains on the system should be wiped off with a soft cloth. If the 
system is heavily stained, wipe it with a cloth soaked in water-
diluted neutral detergent and wrung well, then wipe clean with a 
dry cloth.
• Since the system may deteriorate in quality, become damaged or 
get its paint peeled off, be careful about the following.
– DO NOT wipe it with a hard cloth.
– DO NOT wipe it forcefully.
– DO NOT wipe it with thinner or benzine.
– DO NOT apply any volatile substance such as insecticides to it.
– DO NOT allow any rubber or plastic to remain in contact with 
it for a long time.
If there are any other cases than the noted above or if this system does not seem to work properly, turn off the system and turn it back on.
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Power does not come on. The power cord and/or system cord is not connected. Connect the power cord and system cord correctly. (See 
page 13.)
The remote control does 
not work.The batteries are exhausted. Replace the batteries. (See page 7.)
Sunlight is shining directly on the remote sensor. Hide the remote sensor from direct sunlight.
The disc reading time is 
too long.The disc is dirty. Clean the disc by referring to “Maintenance” above.
No sound. The system cord and/or speaker cord is not connected. Check the connection. 
The audio cord is not connected to AUX IN (VCR) and/
or DIGITAL IN (DBS) correctly.Connect the cord correctly. (See page 13.)
An incorrect source has been selected. Select the correct source. (See page 17.)
No picture is displayed 
on the TV screen.The video cord is not connected correctly. Connect the cord correctly. (See page 12.)
The disc or file is not playable. Use a playable disc or file. (See pages 3 and 4.)
No picture is displayed 
on the TV screen, the 
picture is blurred, or the 
picture is divided into 
two parts.The scan mode is set to “480p” though the center unit is 
connected to the TV which does not support the 
progressive video input such as a conventional TV.Change the scan mode to “480i”. (See page 18.)
Video and audio are 
distorted.The disc is scratched or dirty. Replace or clean the disc.
A VCR is connected between the center unit and the 
TV.Connect the center unit and TV directly. (See page 12.)
The picture does not fit 
the TV screen.The monitor type is not set correctly. Set “MONITOR TYPE” properly. (See page 34.)
No picture is displayed 
on the TV or no sound 
come out through 
HDMI connection.A video or audio format not compatible with this 
system and/or TV is played.Check the video or audio format of the signal to see if it 
is compatible with this system and/or TV.
A HDCP-compatible TV is not connected. Connect a HDCP-compatible TV. (See page 12.)
The system failed to recognize the TV connected with 
the HDMI cable.Disconnect the HDMI cable and connect it again.
A HDMI cable longer than 5 m (15 ft) is used. Use a HDMI cable shorter than 5 m (15 ft) to assure 
stable operation and picture quality.
The picture is distorted 
when the TV is 
connected through 
HDMI terminal.Proportion of the picture may not be shown correctly 
depending on a disc/file when the TV is connected 
through HDMI terminal.Connect the TV through component video, S-video, or 
composite video jacks (see page 12), then set the scan 
mode to “480p” (see page 18).
The broadcast is hard to 
hear because of noise.Antennas are disconnected. Reconnect the antennas correctly and securely. (See 
page 8.)
References 
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7Center unit (XV-THC60/XV-THC50/XV-THC40)
Audio section
Digital input*1:
DIGITAL IN (DBS): –21 dBm to –15 dBm
(OPTICAL) (660 nm E30 nm)
*
1Corresponding to Linear PCM, Dolby Digital, and DTS Digital 
Surround (with sampling frequency — 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 
48 kHz)
Video section
Vi d e o  S y s t e m : N T S C
Horizontal Resolution: 500 lines
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 64 dB
Video output level
Composite: 1.0 V(p-p)/75 Ω
S-video-Y: 1.0 V(p-p)/75 Ω
S-video-C: 0.286 V(p-p)/75 Ω
Component-Y: 1.0 V(p-p)/75 Ω
Component-P
B/PR: 0.7 V(p-p)/75 Ω
Video input sensitivity/Impedance (VCR IN)
Composite: 1.0 V(p-p)/75 Ω
S-video-Y: 1.0 V(p-p)/75 Ω
S-video-C: 0.286 V(p-p)/75 Ω
HDMI
HDMI Output (Ver. 1.0): MONITOR OUT
USB storage
USB specification:  Compatible with the USB 2.0 Full-
Speed
Compatible device: Mass Storage Class
Compatible file system: FAT16, FAT32
Bus power supply: Max. 500 mA
Tuner section
Tuning Range
FM: 87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz
AM: 530 kHz to 1 710 kHz
General
Power Requirements: AC 120 V  , 60 Hz 
Power Consumption: 25 W (at operation)
0.6 W (in standby mode)
Dimensions (W M H M D):
400 mm M 85 mm M 316 mm
(15-3/4 inches M 3-3/8 inches M 
12-1/2 inches)
Mass: 3.8 kg (8.4 lbs)
7Subwoofer (SP-PWC60/SP-PWC50)
Amplifier section
Front/Center/Surround: 200 W per channel, RMS at 3 Ω at 
1 kHz, with 10 % total harmonic 
distortion.
Subwoofer: 200 W, RMS at 3 Ω at 100 Hz, with 
10 % total harmonic distortion.
Speaker section
Speaker unit: 16 cm (6-5/16 inches) Bass-reflex
Power Handling Capacity: 200 W
Impedance: 3 Ω
Frequency Range: 30 Hz to 200 Hz
Sound Pressure Level: 74 dB/
W·m
General
Power Requirements: AC 120 V  , 60 Hz 
Power Consumption: 180 W (at operation)
0 W (in standby mode)
Dimensions (W M H M D):
171 mm M 411 mm M 458 mm
(6-3/4 inches M 16-3/16 inches M 18-
1/16 inches)
Mass: 12.3 kg (27.2 lbs)
Specifications
References 
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7Subwoofer (SP-PWC40)
Amplifier section
Front/Center/Surround: 167 W per channel, RMS at 3 Ω at 
1 kHz, with 10 % total harmonic 
distortion.
Subwoofer: 167 W, RMS at 3 Ω at 100 Hz, with 
10 % total harmonic distortion.
Speaker section
Speaker unit: 16 cm (6-5/16 inches) Bass-reflex
Power Handling Capacity: 170 W
Impedance: 3 Ω
Frequency Range: 30 Hz to 200 Hz
Sound Pressure Level: 73 dB/
W·m
General
Power Requirements: AC 120 V  , 60 Hz 
Power Consumption: 160 W (at operation)
0 W (in standby mode)
Dimensions (W M H M D):
170 mm M 411 mm M 458 mm
(6-3/4 inches M 16-3/16 inches M 18-
1/16 inches)
Mass: 11.5 kg (25.4 lbs)
7Satellite Speakers — SP-XTHC60
Front speakers (SP-THC60F)
Type: 1-way 2-speaker Bass reflex type
 (Magnetically shielded Type)
Speaker: 5.5 cm (2-3/16 inches) cone M 2
Power Handling Capacity: 200 W
Impedance: 3 Ω
Frequency Range: 100 Hz to 20 000 Hz
Sound Pressure Level: 78 dB/
W·m
Dimensions (W M H M D):
280 mm M 1 106 mm M 280 mm
(11-1/16 inches M 43-9/16 inches M 
11-1/16 inches)
Mass: 3.3 kg (7.3 lbs) each
Center speaker (SP-THC60C)
Type: 1-way 2-speaker Bass reflex type
 (Magnetically shielded Type)
Speaker: 6.5 cm (2-9/16 inches) cone M 2
Power Handling Capacity: 200 W
Impedance: 3 Ω
Frequency Range: 90 Hz to 20 000 Hz
Sound Pressure Level: 81 dB/
W·m
Dimensions (W M H M D):
250 mm M 85 mm M 91 mm
(9-7/8 inches M 3-3/8 inches M 3-5/
8inches)
Mass: 0.8 kg (1.8 lbs)
Surround speakers (SP-THC60S)
Type: 2-way 3-speaker Bass reflex type
Speaker: 5.5 cm (2-3/16 inches) cone M 2
3.0 cm (1-3/16 inches) dome M 1
Power Handling Capacity: 200 W
Impedance: 3 Ω
Frequency Range: 100 Hz to 20 000 Hz
Sound Pressure Level: 78 dB/
W·m
Dimensions (W M H M D):
280 mm M 1 114 mm M 280 mm
(11-1/16 inches M 43-7/8 inches M 
11-1/16 inches)
Mass: 3.4 kg (7.5 lbs) each
References 
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7Satellite Speakers — SP-XTHC50
Front speakers (SP-THC60F)
Type: 1-way 2-speaker Bass reflex type
 (Magnetically shielded Type)
Speaker: 5.5 cm (2-3/16 inches) cone M 2
Power Handling Capacity: 200 W
Impedance: 3 Ω
Frequency Range: 100 Hz to 20 000 Hz
Sound Pressure Level: 78 dB/
W·m
Dimensions (W M H M D):
280 mm M 1 106 mm M 280 mm
(11-1/16 inches M 43-9/16 inches M 
11-1/16 inches)
Mass: 3.3 kg (7.3 lbs) each
Center speaker (SP-THC60C)
Type: 1-way 2-speaker Bass reflex type
 (Magnetically shielded Type)
Speaker: 6.5 cm (2-9/16 inches) cone M 2
Power Handling Capacity: 200 W
Impedance: 3 Ω
Frequency Range: 90 Hz to 20 000 Hz
Sound Pressure Level: 81 dB/
W·m
Dimensions (W M H M D):
250 mm M 85 mm M 91 mm
(9-7/8 inches M 3-3/8 inches M 3-5/
8inches)
Mass: 0.8 kg (1.8 lbs)
Surround speakers (SP-THC50S)
Type: 1-way Bass reflex type
Speaker: 8.0 cm (3-3/16 inches) cone M 1
Power Handling Capacity: 200 W
Impedance: 3 Ω
Frequency Range: 80 Hz to 20 000 Hz
Sound Pressure Level: 70 dB/
W·m
Dimensions (W M H M D):
111.5 mm M 148 mm M 106.5 mm
(4-7/16 inches M 5-7/8 inches M 4-1/
4inches)
Mass: 0.44 kg (0.98 lbs) each
7Satellite Speakers — SP-XTHC40
Front speakers (SP-THC40F)
Type: 2-way 2-speaker Bass reflex type
 (Magnetically shielded Type)
Speaker: 8.0 cm (3-3/16 inches) cone M 1
1.5 cm (5/8 inches) dome M 1
Power Handling Capacity: 170 W
Impedance: 3 Ω
Frequency Range: 80 Hz to 20 000 Hz
Sound Pressure Level: 77 dB/
W·m
Dimensions (W M H M D):
104.5 mm M 139 mm M 101 mm
(4-1/8 inches M 5-1/2 inches M 
4inches)
Mass: 0.56 kg (1.3 lbs) each
Center speaker (SP-THC40C)
Type: 2-way 2-speaker Bass reflex type
 (Magnetically shielded Type)
Speaker: 8.0 cm (3-3/16 inches) cone M 1
1.5 cm (5/8 inches) dome M 1
Power Handling Capacity: 170 W
Impedance: 3 Ω
Frequency Range: 80 Hz to 20 000 Hz
Sound Pressure Level: 77 dB/
W·m
Dimensions (W M H M D):
137 mm M 105 mm M 104.5 mm
(5-7/16 inches M 4-3/16 inches M 4-
1/8 inches)
Mass: 0.57 kg (1.3 lbs)
Surround speakers (SP-THC40S)
Type: 1-way Bass reflex type
Speaker: 8.0 cm (3-3/16 inches) cone M 1
Power Handling Capacity: 170 W
Impedance: 3 Ω
Frequency Range: 80 Hz to 20 000 Hz
Sound Pressure Level: 70 dB/
W·m
Dimensions (W M H M D):
111.5 mm M 148 mm M 106.5 mm
(4-7/16 inches M 5-7/8 inches M 4-1/
4inches)
Mass: 0.56 kg (1.3 lbs) each
Designs & specifications are subject to change without notice.
• HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia 
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI 
Licensing LLC.
• HDCP is the abbreviation of “High-Bandwidth Digital Content 
Protection,” and is the high-reliable copy control technology 
licensed by Digital Content Protection, LLC.
References 
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0206RYMMDWJSC © 2006 Victor Company of Japan, Limited
TH-C60/TH-C50/TH-C40 DVD DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEM
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