JVC Th S8 Instructions

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Connections
7AM (MW) loop antenna
Setting up supplied AM (MW) loop antenna 
Connecting AM (MW) loop antenna
 Turn the loop antenna until you have the best reception during 
AM (MW) broadcast program reception.
NOTE
 Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any other terminals, 
connecting cords and power cords. This could cause poor reception.
If reception is poor
7FM antenna
If reception is poor
NOTE
 We recommend that you use coaxial cable for the FM antenna as it is 
well-shielded against interference.
Connecting the FM and 
AM (MW) antennas
If the antenna cord is covered with the insulation 
coat, twist and pull the insulation coat off and 
remove.
1
Center unit
2
3
Antenna cord
Outdoor single vinyl-covered wire antenna 
(not supplied)AM (MW) loop
antennaCenter unit
Extend the supplied FM antenna 
horizontally.
Center unitFM antenna (supplied)
Outdoor FM antenna
(not supplied)
Outdoor FM antenna cord
(not supplied) Center unit
Standard type (75 C 
coaxial) connector
Do not connect the power cord until all other connections have been made.
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The following procedure explains the front speaker assembly. The 
assembly of both the front and surround speakers are done in the 
same manner.
NOTE
• The stands and the base plates are commonly used for both front and 
surround speakers assembly.
Before assembling —
 Prepare a Phillips screwdriver (not supplied).
 Take care not to drop the base plate while assembling; otherwise, 
it may cause damage to the floor or injury.
1
 You can route the speaker cords through one on the three 
grooves on the base plate depending on the speaker layout.
 Depending on the installing condition, you can assemble the 
front and surround speakers without the stands. In such a 
case, attach the speaker directly to the base plate instead of 
the stand.
2
3
Completion
Assembling the front and 
surround speakers
Base plate (×4) Stand (×4) Front speaker 
(×2)Surround speaker 
(×2)
Stand
Speaker cord 
(supplied) Base plate
Bottom
Black
Red
Silver
Screw M5 x 25 mm (supplied)Copper
Speaker
StandBlack
White
Screw M5 x 25 mm 
(supplied)
with stand without stand
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CAUTION
• When you connect speakers other than the supplied ones, use 
speakers of the same speaker impedance (SPEAKER IMPEDANCE) 
indicated near the speaker terminals on the rear of the powered 
subwoofer.
 DO NOT connect more than one speaker to one speaker terminal.
Connecting the satellite (front, center, surround) 
speakers
 Connect the silver cords to the black (r) terminals.
 Connect the copper cords to the (q) terminals referring to the table below:
Speaker cord (supplied)
FRONT SPEAKERS (LEFT) White
FRONT SPEAKERS (RIGHT) Red
CENTER SPEAKER Green
SURROUND SPEAKERS (LEFT) Blue
SURROUND SPEAKERS (RIGHT) Gray
Before connecting the 
speaker cords;
Twist and pull the insulation coat 
off and remove.
Powered subwoofer
SP-PWS8
Surround speakers
SP-THS9S Center speaker
SP-THS9C
CopperBlack
SilverRed
Front speakers
SP-THS9F
4m 10m4m
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Note that the illustration below is for TH-S5.
CAUTION
 When you connect speakers other than the supplied ones, use 
speakers of the same speaker impedance (SPEAKER IMPEDANCE) 
indicated near the speaker terminals on the rear of the powered 
subwoofer.
 DO NOT connect more than one speaker to one speaker terminal. When installing the satellite speakers on the wall;Be sure to have them installed on the wall by a qualified personnel. 
DO NOT install the satellite speakers on the wall by yourself to 
avoid unexpected damage from their falling off the wall due to 
incorrect installation or weakness in wall structure.
Care must be taken in selecting a location for speaker installation 
on a wall. Injury to personnel or damage to equipment may result 
if the speakers installed interfere with daily activities.
 Connect the silver cords to the black (r) terminals.
 Connect the copper cords to the (q) terminals 
referring to the table below:
Speaker cord (supplied)
FRONT SPEAKERS (LEFT) White
FRONT SPEAKERS (RIGHT) Red
CENTER SPEAKER Green
SURROUND SPEAKERS (LEFT) Blue
SURROUND SPEAKERS (RIGHT) Gray
Before connecting the speaker cords;
Twist and pull the insulation coat off and remove.
Powered subwoofer
(TH-S5: SP-PWS5
TH-S51: SP-PWS51)
Front speakers
(TH-S5: SP-THS5F*1
TH-S51: SP-THM303F*2)
Surround speakers
(TH-S5: SP-THS5S*1 
TH-S51: SP-THM303S*2)
4 m
10 m 4 m
Center speaker
(TH-S5: SP-THS5C*1 
TH-S51: SP-THM303C*2)
*1For TH-S5*2For TH-S51, the satellite speakers are equipped with their speaker cords attached 
directly to their speaker unit instead of having speaker terminals on their cabinet.
Copper
Red
Black Silver
Front/Center 
speakersSurround 
speakers
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NOTE
 Although the satellite speakers and the powered subwoofer are 
magnetically shielded, the TV screen may appear mottled. In this 
case, keep enough distance between the speakers and the TV.
 The speakers are magnetically shielded to avoid color distortions on 
TVs. However, if not installed properly, they may cause color 
distortions. So, pay attention to the following when installing the 
speakers.
– When placing the speakers near a TV set, turn off the TV’s main 
power switch or unplug it before installing the speakers. Then wait 
at least 30 minutes before turning on the TV’s main power switch 
again.
Some TVs may still be affected even though you have followed the 
above. If this happens, move the speakers away from the TV.
 Place the satellite speakers on a flat and level surface.
 Be sure to place the powered subwoofer to the TV’s right. If you place 
the powered subwoofer to the TV’s left, keep sufficient distance 
between them to prevent the TV screen from appearing mottled.
 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. 37)
7To connect a TV equipped with the component video 
input jacks
NOTE
 If your TV supports progressive video input, you can enjoy a high 
quality picture by setting the progressive scan mode to active. 
(Apg. 18)
 If the component video input jacks of your TV are of the BNC type, 
use a plug adapter (not supplied) to convert the pin plugs to BNC 
plugs.
 The component video signals can be output only when you select 
“DVD” as the source to play. (Apg. 17)
7To connect a TV with the SCART connector
* Some TV’s SCART connectors output audio signal. In such a 
case, you can enjoy the TV sound through this system.
NOTE
 No sound signal comes out from “AV” (SCART) connector.
 Select the appropriate scan mode according to your TV. See 
“Changing the scan mode” (Apg. 18).
Speaker layout
Front right 
speaker Center speaker
Powered 
subwoofer
Surround left
speakerSurround right 
speaker Front left
speaker
Connecting a TV
PRPBYCOMPONENT VIDEO OUT
Center unit
To component
video inputTV
Component video cord (not supplied)
AV
Center unit
TV
SCART cable (not supplied)To SCART
connector
*
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You can enjoy the sound of an analog component.
NOTE
 If you connect a sound-enhancing device such as a graphic equalizer 
between the source components and this system, the sound output 
through this system may be distorted.
 When playing a video component such as a VCR;
To listen to the sound, select “AUX” as the source to play. 
(Apg. 17)
To see the picture, connect the video output jack of the component 
to the video input jack of the TV directly, and select the correct 
input mode on the TV.
You can enjoy the sound of a digital component. 
* DBS = Direct Broadcasting Satellite
NOTE
When playing a video component such as a DBS tuner; To listen to the sound, select “AUX DIGITAL” as the source to play. 
(Apg. 17)
 To see the picture, connect the video output jack of the component to 
the video input jack of the TV directly, and select the correct input 
mode on the TV.
Make sure that all other connections have been completed.
CAUTION
 Disconnect the power cord before cleaning or moving the system.
 Do not pull on the power cord to unplug the cord. When unplugging 
the cord, always grasp and pull the plug so as not to damage the cord.
Connecting the powered 
subwoofer
Connecting to an analog 
component
Powered 
subwoofer
System cord 
(supplied) Center unit
Align the 5 marks.Align the 5 marks.
AUX IN
RIGHT LEFT
RCA pin plug cord 
(not supplied)Center unit
VCR
TV
Cassette recorder To audio output
Connecting to a digital 
component
Connecting the power 
cord
DIGITAL
IN
OPTICAL
Digital optical cord
(not supplied)To digital optical 
output DBS
* tuner
MD recorder Center unit
AC IN
Center unit Powered 
subwoofer
Power cord
(supplied)Power cord
Plug into AC outlets.
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Operating external components with the remote control
NOTE
 Manufacturers’ codes are subject to change without notice.
 Set the codes again after replacing the batteries of the remote control.
7To set the manufacturer’s code
You can operate a JVC TV without setting the manufacturer’s code.
1Slide the remote control mode selector 
to TV.
2Press and hold FTV.
Keep the button pressed until step 4 is finished.
3Press ENTER.
4Press number buttons (1-9, 0) to enter 
the manufacturer’s code (2 digits).
Examples:
For a Hitachi TV:
Press 0, then 7.
For a Toshiba TV:
Press 2, then 9.
5Release FTV.
If there is more than one code listed for corresponding brand, 
try each one until you enter the correct one.
7Operation
Aim the remote control at the TV.
IMPORTANT
Before using the remote control to operate a TV;
 Set the remote control mode selector to TV. 
The following buttons are available:
FTV: Turns TV on and off.
TV VOL +/–: Adjusts the volume.
TV/VIDEO: Selects the input mode (either TV or 
VIDEO).
CHANNEL +/–: Changes the channels.
1-10, 0, +10 (100+): Selects the channel.
TV RETURN: Alternates between the previously selected 
channel and the current channel.
The buttons described below are used on pages 14 and 
15.
Operating the TV
TV VIDEO TV
TV VOL CHANNELVCR
VCRTV
REC
ENTER
TV RETURN100+
Remote control 
mode selector
Number 
buttons (play button)
Manufac-
turerCodeManufactur-
erCode
JVC 01 Nordmende 13, 14, 18, 26 – 28
Akai 02, 05 Okano 09
Blaupunkt 03 Orion 15
Daewoo 10, 31, 32 Panasonic 16, 17
Fenner 04, 31, 32 Philips 10
Fisher 05 Saba 13, 14, 18, 26 – 28
Grundig 06 Sanyo 05
Hitachi 07, 08 Schneider 02, 05
Inno-Hit 09 Sharp 20
Irradio 02, 05 Sony 21 – 25
Magnavox 10 Telefunken 13, 14, 18, 26 – 28
Mitsubishi 11, 33 Thomson13, 14, 18, 
26–28, 30
Miver 03 Toshiba 29
Nokia 12, 34
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7To set the manufacturer’s code
1Slide the remote control mode selector 
to VCR.
2Press and hold FVCR.
Keep the button pressed until step 4 is finished.
3Press ENTER.
4Press number buttons (1-9, 0) to enter 
the manufacturer’s code (2 digits).
Examples:
For a Panasonic VCR:
Press 2, then 1.
For an Philips VCR:
Press 0, then 5.
5Release FVCR.
If there is more than one code listed for your brand, try each 
one until you enter the correct one.
7Operation
Aim the remote control at the VCR.
IMPORTANT
Before using the remote control to operate a VCR; 
Set the remote control mode selector to VCR.
The following buttons are available:
FVCR: Turns VCR on and off.
3 (play button): Starts playback.
7: Stops operation.
8: Pauses playback.
y: Fast forwards video tape.
1: Rewinds video tape.
REC: Press this button together with 3 (play button) to 
start recording or together with 8 to pause 
recording.
CHANNEL +/–: Changes the TV channels on the VCR.
Operating the VCR
Manufac-
turerCodeManufac-
turerCode
JVC 01 Nokia 16
Aiwa 02, 20 Nordmende 17 – 19, 31
Bell+Howell 03, 16 Orion 20
Blaupunkt 04 Panasonic 21
CGM 03, 05, 16 Philips 05, 22
Daewoo 34 Phonola 05
Digtal 05 Saba 17 – 19, 23, 31
Fisher 03, 16 Samsung 24, 25
G.E. 06 Sanyo 03, 16
Grundig 07 Sharp 26, 27
Hitachi 08, 09 Siemens 07
Loewe 05, 10, 11 Sony 28 – 30, 35
Magnavox 04, 05 Telefunken 17 – 19, 31, 32
Mitsubishi 12 – 15 Toshiba 33
See page 14 for button locations.
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Basic operations
IMPORTANT
Before using the remote control for the following 
operation; 
 Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO.On the remote control:
Press FAUDIO.
On the center unit:
Press F.
When DVD is selected as the source (Apg. 17), the following 
messages will appear on the TV screen.
NOTE
 The STANDBY lamp turns on when the power is turned off and turns 
off when the power is turned on.
 The power supply to the subwoofer is linked to the center unit. The 
POWER ON lamp on the subwoofer lights green when the power is 
turned on.
 A small amount of the power is consumed even when the power is 
turned off (center unit only). This is called standby mode and the 
STANDBY lamp lights in this mode. Unplug the power cord from the 
AC outlet to turn the power off completely.
 You can also turn on the system by pressing the following buttons;
OPEN/CLOSE on the remote control or 0 on the center unitOne of the source selecting buttons on the remote control
3 on the center unit. You can use the same buttons on the remote 
control except after pressing FM/AM.
The buttons on the remote control are used to explain most of the 
operations in this manual. You can use the buttons on the center 
unit same as on the remote control for operations unless 
otherwise noted.
The buttons described below are used on 
pages 16 to 19.
DV DMUTING
FM/AM AUX
AUDIO VOLF AUDIO
TV SOUND
AUDIO
ENTER
SCAN MODE
SLEEP
S.WFRSMART
S.SETUP
CENTERDIMMER
TREBLE
L-SURR.-R
Source
selecting
buttons
Remote control 
mode selector
Cursor
(3/2/Y/5)/
ENTER
VOLUME SD/MMC STANDBY
PHONES
Turning the system on/off
 “OPEN”/“CLOSE”:
Appears when opening or closing the disc tray.
 “NOW READING”:
Appears when the system is reading the disc information.
 “REGION CODE ERROR!”:
Appears when the Region Code of the DVD VIDEO does not 
match the code the system supports. The disc cannot be 
played back.
 “NO DISC”:
Appears when no disc is loaded.
 “CANNOT PLAY THIS DISC”:
Appears when unplayable disc is loaded.
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On the remote control:
Press one of the source selecting buttons 
(DVD, FM/AM, AUX or TV SOUND).
DV D: To play back a disc (DVD VIDEO, VCD etc.). 
(Apg. 20)
FM/AM: To tune in an FM or AM (MW) station. (Apg. 40)
Each time you press the button, the band alternates 
between FM and AM (MW).
AUX: To select the source from a component connected to 
the AUX IN jacks or DIGITAL IN jack. (Apg. 13)
Each time you press the button, the source alternates 
between “AUX” and “AUX DIGITAL”.
TV SOUND: To select the TV (that outputs sound signals) 
connected to the AV (SCART) connector. (Apg. 12)
On the center unit:
Press SOURCE repeatedly until the source 
name you want appears on the display 
window.
NOTE
 When a source except DVD is selected, this system does not output 
video signals.
 It may take time to change the source.
CAUTION
 Always set the volume to minimum level before starting any source.
If the volume is set at its high level, the sudden blast of sound could 
permanently damage your hearing and/or blow out the speakers.
On the remote control:
Press AUDIO VOL + or –.
On the center unit:
Turn VOLUME.
CAUTION
Be sure to turn down the volume;
 Before connecting or putting on headphones as high volume may 
damage both the headphones and your hearing.
 Before disconnecting headphones as high volume may be suddenly 
output from the speakers.
While connecting a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack on the 
center unit, the system automatically cancels the surround mode 
(Apg. 24) currently selected, deactivates the speakers, turn the 
subwoofer’s power off, and activates the headphone mode. 
“HEADPHONE” appears on the display window.
Headphone mode
When using the headphones, the following signals are output 
regardless of your speaker setting;
 For 2 channel sources, the front left and right channel signals are 
output from the headphones.
 Multi-channel signals are down-mixed and output from the 
headphones.
 (DVD AUDIO) When the disc prohibits down-mixing, only the 
front left and right channels are output from the headphones. In 
this case, “L/R ONLY” appears on the display window for a few 
seconds.
Press MUTING.
To restore the sound
Perform one on the following:
 Press MUTING again.
 Press AUDIO VOL +/– (or turn VOLUME on the center unit).
Press DIMMER.
Each time you press the button, the brightness level changes.
Selecting the source to 
play
Adjusting the volume 
[VOLUME]
Listening with headphones 
(not supplied)
Turning off the sound 
temporarily [MUTING]
Adjusting the brightness 
of the indications 
[DIMMER]
See page 16 for button locations.
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