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COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM EX-A10 Consists of RX-EXA10, SP-EXA10 and XV-EXA10 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.
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Warnings, cautions and others (For U.S.A.) (For U.S.A.) INFORMATION 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.
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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. ATTENTION Afin d’éviter tout risque d’électrocution, d’incendie, etc.: 1. Ne pas enlever les vis ni les panneaux et ne pas ouvrir le cof- fret de l’appareil.
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Warnings, cautions and others (continued) (For U.S.A. or Canada models) IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS / IMPORTANT POUR PRODUITS LASER 1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT 2. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit;...
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For Canada/pour le Canada CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQUAU FOND. For Canada/pour le Canada THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED THE CLASS B LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE EMISSIONS FROM DIGITAL APPARATUS AS SET OUT IN THE INTERFERENCE-CAUSING EQUIPMENT STANDARD ENTITLED...
Table of contents Introduction Supplied accessories ...2 Part description ...3 DVD player ... 3 Receiver... 4 Using the remote control ...5 Inserting batteries into the remote control ... 5 Operating the TV using the remote control... 6 Preparation Connections ...7 Standard setup ...
Listening to the sound of other audio equipment Listening to the sound of other audio equipment ...41 Timer Timer ...42 Using the sleep timer ... 42 Using the playback timer ... 43 Reference Using the AV COMPU LINK function ...45 Connection and setup...
Part description The numbers refer to the pages in which the parts are explained. DVD player Front panel 13, 14 Rear panel Display window The receiver and the DVD player use the same design for their display windows. 21, 22 See “Display window”...
The numbers refer to the pages in which the parts are explained. Receiver Front panel 13, 14 14, 18 * This terminal is for connecting a pair of headphones equipped with a stereo plug (not supplied). When the headphones are connected, the speakers do not produce any sound. Rear panel Display window The receiver and the DVD player use the same design for their display windows.
Using the remote control The numbers refer to the pages in which the parts are explained. 21, 25, 34 24, 25 24, 25 27, 32 28, 30 15, 31, 43 15, 43 Inserting batteries into the remote control 6, 14 24, 25 24, 25 15, 21,...
Operating the TV using the remote control You can operate your TV using the remote control of this system. CHANNEL Setting the manufacturer code Slide the remote control mode selector to TV. Hold down F TV. • Hold down F TV until you finish step 4. Press ENTER and release.
Connections Standard setup Connecting the antennas Connecting the AM loop antenna (supplied) Set up the AM loop antenna. Connect the antenna cord. Receiver (rear panel) White Black Connect the ends of the antenna cord as shown above. Do not turn on the power until you complete the connection. DVD player Speaker Receiver...
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Connecting the FM antenna (supplied) FM antenna Receiver (rear panel) Stretch out the FM antenna to the best position for radio reception, and then fix the FM antenna with adhesive tape. Receiver 7 When radio reception with the supplied FM antenna is poor, or when using a communal antenna Antenna cord...
• An incorrect connection may damage the speakers. • The supplied speakers are dedicated to the supplied receiver as parts of the EX-A10 system. Do not connect the supplied speakers to equipment other than the supplied receiver. Doing so may damage the speakers.
Connecting the receiver and the DVD player Make sure to connect the three supplied cords. DVD player (rear panel) Synchronization cord (supplied) CAUTION • Do not fold the optical digital cord as this may damage the inner wire. Audio cord Optical digital (supplied) cord (supplied)
Connections (continued) Connecting other equipment BASS ADJUST Connecting the subwoofer When you connect this system with an amplifier- built-in subwoofer (not supplied), you can enjoy a more dynamic bass sound. Refer to the manual of the subwoofer for details. Audio cord (not supplied) (If an audio cord comes with the amplifier-built-in subwoofer, you can use the audio cord.) Amplifier-built-in subwoofer...
Connecting other audio equipment Output Other audio equipment Audio cord (not supplied) Input Receiver (rear panel) Connecting digital equipment with an optical output terminal MD player or satellite Output receiver To an optical digital output terminal Optical digital cord (not supplied) Input Receiver (rear panel) Connecting a TV...
• To check the compatibility of your TV, contact your local JVC customer service center. • All JVC-manufactured progressive TVs and high- definition TVs are fully compatible with this system. • Even if the power cord of the DVD player is disconnected from the AC outlet or the power is interrupted, the video signal type setting is stored.
Basic operations • DIMMER DISPLAY 0 OPEN/ CLOSE FM/AM CONVERTER CLOCK/ TIMER BASS +/ – Turning on/off the system Remote control mode selector Receiver AUDIO Slide the remote control mode selector to MUTING RECEIVER. AUDIO VOLUME +/ – Press F AUDIO (or F on the receiver).
Basic operations (continued) Setting the clock You can set the clock when the receiver is turned either on or off. Example: To set the clock to 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday Slide the remote control mode selector to RECEIVER. Press CLOCK/TIMER. Example: Display on the receiver (for U.S.A.
Dimmer Changing the brightness of the display windows on the receiver and the DVD player You can set the brightness of the display windows on the receiver and the DVD player respectively. 7 When the receiver/DVD player is turned on Slide the remote control mode selector to RECEIVER or DVD.
Basic operations (continued) Adjusting the bass sound Slide the remote control mode selector to RECEIVER. Press BASS ADJUST. Display on the receiver While the selectable values are flashing, press 2 or 3 (cursor) to select the value of the bass frequency.
Listening to radio broadcasts FM/AM FM MODE Setting the AM tuner spacing (only for models sold at post exchanges) Some countries space AM stations 9 kHz apart, and other countries use 10 kHz spacing. If you purchased the system at a post exchange, select either spacing according to the country where you will use the system.
Listening to radio broadcasts (continued) Tuning in to a preset radio station Presetting radio stations in the receiver allows you to easily tune in to a radio station. Presetting radio stations You can store up to 30 FM radio stations and up to 15 AM radio stations.
Basic operations of the DVD player 0OPEN/CLOSE DISPLAY FM/AM GROUP/TITLE PREVIOUS 4 SLOW MENU/PG RETURN SOURCE SELECT Receiver Remote control Playing back a DVD/CD mode selector F AUDIO F DVD Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. 3 (play) Press 0 OPEN/CLOSE.
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Basic operations of the DVD player (continued) This part explains the operation with displays of an MP3 disc as examples. For a JPEG disc, read “track” as “file”. NOTE • When files of different types are recorded on a disc, select the file type to be played back.
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■VCD/SVCD When a disc is played back Track number • PBC (Play Back Control) is a signal recorded in a VCD (version 2.0) for controlling playback. You can enjoy interactive software or software with a search function using a menu screen recorded in a PBC compatible VCD.
Basic operations of the DVD player (continued) Changing the display in the display window Receiver Slide the remote control mode selector to RECEIVER. Press DISPLAY repeatedly. • Each time you press DISPLAY, the display toggles between the current source (DVD, FM, AM, AUX-DIGITAL or AUX) and the clock.
Pausing playback 7 When a disc is played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. Press 8. • To return to normal playback, press 3 (play). Advancing the picture frame by frame (only for moving image) 7 When a disc is paused Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD.
Basic operations of the DVD player (continued) Playing back from a position 10 seconds before (One touch replay) 7 When a disc is played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. Press ONE TOUCH REPLAY. NOTE • This operation may not be used for some discs. •...
Skipping at about 5 minute intervals You can skip within a file at about 5 minute intervals. This is useful especially when you want to skip within a long file. 7 When a disc is played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD.
Basic operations of the DVD player (continued) Selecting a track from the menu screen (PBC off) 7 When a disc is stopped or played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. Press MENU/PL or TOP MENU/ • The menu screen will be displayed. •...
Convenient functions of the DVD player GROUP/ TITLE PREVIOUS SCREEN AUDIO PAGE ZOOM PLAY MODE REPEAT CLOCK/ TIMER DVD player Locking DVD/CD ejection You can lock the disc tray to prevent the disc from being ejected. Setting Turn off the DVD player. And while holding down 7 on the DVD player, press 0 on the DVD player.
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Convenient functions of the DVD player (continued) Press the number buttons to program chapters/tracks. • Refer to “Using the number buttons” (A page 15). ■Display on the DVD player for DVD VIDEO • Select a title number, and then a chapter number.
Playing back a DVD/CD in a random order (Random playback) 7 When a disc is stopped Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. Press PLAY MODE repeatedly to display “RANDOM” in the display window on the DVD player. • “RANDOM” will also be displayed on the TV screen.
Convenient functions of the DVD player (continued) Playing back a specified part repeatedly (A-B repeat playback) You can play back the desired part repeatedly by specifying a start point (A) and an end point (B). 7 When a disc is played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD.
Selecting the subtitles (only for moving image) This part explains the operation with displays of a DVD VIDEO as examples. You can use discs of other types in almost the same manner. 7 When a disc contains subtitles and is played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD.
Convenient functions of the DVD player (continued) Selecting the view angle (only for moving image) 7 When a scene containing multi-view angles is played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. Press ANGLE. Example: • Each time you press the button, the angle will be changed.
Adjusting the picture quality (VFP) 7 When a disc is played back or paused Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. Press VFP. • The current setting will appear on the TV screen. • The “GAMMA” setting adjusts the brightness of neutral tints while maintaining the brightness of dark and bright portions.
Convenient functions of the DVD player (continued) Browsable still pictures (B.S.P.) Some DVD AUDIOs may have pictures called B.S.P. (Browsable Still Pictures). The pictures can be viewed as if you are turning pages. NOTE • You can use this function when “B.S.P.” lights up in the display window on the DVD player.
Using the status bar and the menu bar 7 When a disc is played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. Press ON SCREEN twice. • “ON SCREEN” will appear in the display window on the DVD player. The status bar and the menu bar will appear on the TV screen.
Convenient functions of the DVD player (continued) Function list For functions with no description of the operation, press 5// (cursor) to select and press ENTER to determine the function. Changes the time information in the TIME display window on the DVD player and the status bar.
Changing the initial settings with the preference screen SET UP The initial settings of the DVD player can be changed with the preference screen according to the environment where the DVD player is used. NOTE • The top and bottom of the preference screen may not be displayed on a wide TV.
Changing the initial settings with the preference screen (continued) PICTURE Items Contents ( MONITOR 16 : 9: TYPE For an ordinary wide TV. 4 : 3 LB (Letterbox) For a TV with conventional 4:3 aspect ratio. When a wide screen picture is input, the black bars appear on the top and bottom of the screen.
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List of relationships of DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT preference items and output signal Playback disc 48 kHz, 16/20/24 bit Linear PCM DVD VIDEO 96 kHz linear PCM DVD VIDEO 48/96/192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit linear PCM DVD AUDIO* 44.1/88.2/176.4 kHz, 16/20/24 bit linear PCM DVD AUDIO* DTS DVD VIDEO/DVD AUDIO* DOLBY DIGITAL DVD VIDEO/DVD 48 kHz, 16 bit stereo linear...
Listening to the sound of other audio equipment MEMORY Connect the other audio equipment to this system in advance (A page 12). Slide the remote control mode selector to RECEIVER. Press AUX to select “AUX-DIGITAL” or “AUX”. • Each time you press AUX, the display on the receiver toggles between “AUX-DIGITAL”...
Timer CLOCK/ TIMER Remote control Using the sleep timer mode selector When the time you specify elapses, the system will AUDIO be turned off automatically. Slide the remote control mode selector to RECEIVER. Press SLEEP. • Each time you press the button, the time indicated in the display window on the receiver changes (in minutes).
Timer (continued) Using the playback timer Set the clock beforehand. (A page 15) Slide the remote control mode selector to RECEIVER. Press CLOCK/TIMER. Display on the receiver • If you accidentally pressed CLOCK/TIMER twice or more, press CLOCK/TIMER repeatedly until the display shown above is displayed.
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Press F AUDIO to turn off the receiver. • The playback timer is available only when the receiver is off. This indicator lights up when the playback timer is activated. NOTE • Complete the playback timer setting at least 1 minute prior to the starting time you have selected in step 4.
Using the AV COMPU LINK function When a JVC-manufactured TV with AV COMPU LINK II or III terminals is connected to the DVD player using these terminals, operating either the TV or the DVD player controls the other equipment at the same time.
Special cautions Notes on handling 7 Important cautions Installation of the system • Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold; between 5°C and 35°C (between 41°F and 95°F). • Leave sufficient distance between the system and the •...
About DVDs/CDs Playable DVD/CD types CD-R/ CD-RW Audio CD format Playable VCD/SVCD Playable format MP3/WMA/ Playable JPEG format DVD Video — format DVD VR format — DivX format Playable ASF (Advanced Systems Playable Format) MPEG1/MPEG2 Playable format • Discs should be finalized before being played back. 1 A DVD-R recorded in multi-border format is also playable (except for dual layer discs).
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Discs that cannot be played back • The following discs cannot be played back: DVD-ROM (except for MP3/WMA/JPEG/ASF/DivX/ MPEG1/MPEG2 format), DVD-RAM, CD-ROM, CD-I (CD-I Ready), Photo CD, SACD, etc. Playing back these discs will generate noise and damage the speakers. Damaged discs and discs in an extraordinary shape (other than a disc of 12 cm or 8 cm (4 ″...
About DVDs/CDs (continued) Disc structure DVD VIDEO/DVD VR A DVD VIDEO consists of “titles” and each title may be divided into “chapters”. A DVD VR consists of “original programs” or “play lists” and each original program/play list may be divided into “chapters”. Title 1/Original program 1/ Play list 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 1 Chapter 2...
Troubleshooting When you encounter a problem that seems to be a fault, check the following points before contacting the JVC service center: Power source 7 Power does not come on. • The power cord of the receiver or the DVD player is not connected to an AC outlet.
Troubleshooting (continued) Other 7 You cannot switch audio or subtitles between languages. • The disc does not contain multiple languages. → If only a single language is recorded on the disc, you cannot switch the current language to another language. (A page 32) 7 No subtitle is displayed.
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COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM EX-A10 Consists of RX-EXA10, SP-EXA10 and XV-EXA10 INSTRUCTIONS LVT1403-004A...
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Warnings, cautions and others CAUTION To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.: 1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet. 2. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. CAUTION — F button! Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely (the STANDBY lamp goes off).
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CAUTION — Proper Ventilation To avoid risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage, locate the apparatus as follows: Top/Front/Back/Sides: No obstructions should be placed in the areas shown by the dimensions below. Bottom: Place on the level surface. Maintain adequate air path for ventilation by placing on a stand with a height of 10 cm more.
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This symbol is only (Business users) valid in the If you wish to dispose of this product, please visit our web page www.jvc-europe.com to European Union. obtain information about the take-back of the product. [Other Countries outside the European Union]...
“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. ✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮✮...
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Table of contents Introduction Supplied accessories ...2 Part description ...3 DVD player ... 3 Receiver... 4 Using the remote control ...5 Inserting batteries into the remote control ... 5 Operating the TV using the remote control... 6 Preparation Connections ...7 Standard setup ...
Listening to the sound of other audio equipment Listening to the sound of other audio equipment ...44 Timer Timer ...45 Using the playback timer ... 45 Using the sleep timer ... 47 Reference Special cautions ...48 Notes on handling... 48 About DVDs/CDs...49 Playable DVD/CD types...
Part description The numbers refer to the pages in which the parts are explained. DVD player Front panel 13, 14 Rear panel For future use Display window The receiver and the DVD player use the same design for their display windows. 24, 25 See “Display window”...
The numbers refer to the pages in which the parts are explained. Receiver Front panel 13, 14 * This terminal is for connecting a pair of headphones equipped with a stereo plug (not supplied). When the headphones are connected, the speakers do not produce any sound. Rear panel Display window The receiver and the DVD player use the same design for their display windows.
Using the remote control The numbers refer to the pages in which the parts are explained. 24, 28, 37 27, 28 27, 28 30, 35 31, 33 15, 34, 45 15, 45 TA/News/Info Inserting batteries into the remote control 6, 14 27, 28 27, 28 15, 24,...
Operating the TV using the remote control You can operate your TV using the remote control of this system. CHANNEL Setting the manufacturer code Slide the remote control mode selector to TV. Hold down F TV. • Hold down F TV until you finish step 4. Press ENTER and release.
Connections Standard setup Connecting the antennas Connecting the AM loop antenna (supplied) Set up the AM loop antenna. Connect the antenna cord. Receiver (rear panel) White Black Connect the ends of the antenna cord as shown above. Do not turn on the power until you complete the connection. DVD player Speaker Receiver...
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Connecting the FM antenna (supplied) FM antenna Receiver (rear panel) Stretch out the FM antenna to the best position for radio reception, and then fix the FM antenna with adhesive tape. Receiver 7 When radio reception with the supplied FM antenna is poor, or when using a communal antenna Antenna cord...
• An incorrect connection may damage the speakers. • The supplied speakers are dedicated to the supplied receiver as parts of the EX-A10 system. Do not connect the supplied speakers to equipment other than the supplied receiver. Doing so may damage the speakers.
Connecting the receiver and the DVD player Make sure to connect the three supplied cords. DVD player (rear panel) Synchronization cord (supplied) CAUTION • Do not fold the optical digital cord as this may damage the inner wire. Optical digital Audio cord cord (supplied) (supplied)
Connections (continued) Connecting other equipment BASS ADJUST Connecting the subwoofer When you connect this system with an amplifier- built-in subwoofer (not supplied), you can enjoy a more dynamic bass sound. Refer to the manual of the subwoofer for details. Audio cord (not supplied) (If an audio cord comes with the amplifier-built-in subwoofer, you can use the audio cord.) Amplifier-built-in subwoofer...
Connecting other audio equipment Output Other audio equipment Audio cord (not supplied) Input Receiver (rear panel) Connecting digital equipment with an optical output terminal MD player or satellite Output receiver To an optical digital output terminal Optical digital cord (not supplied) Input Receiver (rear panel) Connecting a TV...
Connections (continued) Press SCAN MODE. • The current video signal type will flash. Press 2, 3 (cursor) or SCAN MODE repeatedly to select the video signal type suitable for the TV. • You can select “RGB”, “Y/C” or “PROGRESSIVE”. • Select “RGB” when a TV compatible with composite video signals is connected to the AV OUT terminal.
Basic operations • DIMMER DISPLAY 0 OPEN/ CLOSE FM/AM CONVERTER CLOCK/ TIMER BASS +/ – Turning on/off the system Remote control mode selector Receiver AUDIO Slide the remote control mode selector to MUTING RECEIVER. AUDIO VOLUME +/ – Press F AUDIO (or F on the receiver).
Basic operations (continued) Setting the clock You can set the clock when the receiver is turned either on or off. Example: To set the clock to 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday Slide the remote control mode selector to RECEIVER. Press CLOCK/TIMER. Display on the receiver Press 2 or 3 (cursor) to select the hour.
Dimmer Changing the brightness of the display windows on the receiver and the DVD player You can set the brightness of the display windows on the receiver and the DVD player respectively. 7 When the receiver/DVD player is turned on Slide the remote control mode selector to RECEIVER or DVD.
Basic operations (continued) Adjusting the bass sound Slide the remote control mode selector to RECEIVER. Press BASS ADJUST. Display on the receiver While the selectable values are flashing, press 2 or 3 (cursor) to select the value of the bass frequency.
Listening to radio broadcasts FM/AM FM MODE DISPLAY (Radio Data System) TA/News/ Info Selecting a radio station This receiver can receive FM and AM radio broadcasts. Slide the remote control mode selector to RECEIVER. Press FM/AM to select “FM” or “AM”.
Listening to radio broadcasts (continued) While the preset number is flashing, press PRESET PRESET to select the preset number you want to use. • You can also select the preset number by using the number buttons. (Refer to “Using the number buttons”. (A page 15)) Press MEMORY or ENTER while the selected number is flashing.
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Press DISPLAY (Radio Data System) repeatedly. PS (Program Service): While the receiver is searching for Radio Data System information, “WAIT PS” appears and then the radio station names will be displayed. “NO PS” appears if no signal is received. PTY (Program Type): While the receiver is searching for Radio Data System information, “WAIT PTY”...
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Listening to radio broadcasts (continued) PTY codes: None: Undefined. News: News. Affairs: Topical program expanding or enlarging upon news-debate or analysis. Info: Programs the purpose of which is to impart advice in the widest sense. Sport: Programs concerned with any aspect of sports.
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Switching to a program type of your choice temporarily The Enhanced Other Networks function allows the receiver to switch temporarily to a broadcast program of your choice (TA, News, or Info) from a different radio station when you are listening to a Radio Data System radio station.
Basic operations of the DVD player 0OPEN/CLOSE DISPLAY FM/AM GROUP/TITLE PREVIOUS 4 SLOW MENU/PG RETURN SOURCE SELECT Receiver Remote control Playing back a DVD/CD mode selector F AUDIO F DVD Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. 3 (play) Press 0 OPEN/CLOSE.
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This part explains the operation with displays of an MP3 disc as examples. For a JPEG disc, read “track” as “file”. NOTE • When files of different types are recorded on a disc, select the file type to be played back. ( TYPE ”...
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Basic operations of the DVD player (continued) ■VCD/SVCD When a disc is played back Track number • PBC (Play Back Control) is a signal recorded in a VCD (version 2.0) for controlling playback. You can enjoy interactive software or software with a search function using a menu screen recorded in a PBC compatible VCD.
Changing the display in the display window Receiver Slide the remote control mode selector to RECEIVER. Press DISPLAY repeatedly. • Each time you press DISPLAY, the display toggles between the current source (DVD, FM, AM, AUX-DIGITAL or AUX) and the clock.
Basic operations of the DVD player (continued) Pausing playback 7 When a disc is played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. Press 8. • To return to normal playback, press 3 (play). Advancing the picture frame by frame (only for moving image) 7 When a disc is paused Slide the remote control...
Playing back from a position 10 seconds before (One touch replay) 7 When a disc is played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. Press ONE TOUCH REPLAY. NOTE • This operation may not be used for some discs. •...
Basic operations of the DVD player (continued) Skipping at about 5 minute intervals You can skip within a file at about 5 minute intervals. This is useful especially when you want to skip within a long file. 7 When a disc is played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD.
Selecting a track from the menu screen (PBC off) 7 When a disc is stopped or played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. Press MENU/PL or TOP MENU/ • The menu screen will be displayed. • Only TOP MENU/PG can be used for DVD AUDIOs.
Convenient functions of the DVD player GROUP/ TITLE PREVIOUS SCREEN AUDIO PAGE ZOOM PLAY MODE REPEAT CLOCK/ TIMER DVD player Locking DVD/CD ejection You can lock the disc tray to prevent the disc from being ejected. Setting Turn off the DVD player. And while holding down 7 on the DVD player, press 0 on the DVD player.
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Press the number buttons to program chapters/tracks. • Refer to “Using the number buttons” (A page 15). ■Display on the DVD player for DVD VIDEO • Select a title number, and then a chapter number. Title indicator Chapter indicator Title number Chapter number Program number ■Display on the DVD player for DVD AUDIO/ MP3/WMA •...
Convenient functions of the DVD player (continued) Playing back a DVD/CD in a random order (Random playback) 7 When a disc is stopped Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. Press PLAY MODE repeatedly to display “RANDOM” in the display window on the DVD player.
Playing back a specified part repeatedly (A-B repeat playback) (PBC off) You can play back the desired part repeatedly by specifying a start point (A) and an end point (B). 7 When a disc is played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD.
Convenient functions of the DVD player (continued) Selecting the subtitles (only for moving image) This part explains the operation with displays of a DVD VIDEO as examples. You can use discs of other types in almost the same manner. 7 When a disc contains subtitles and is played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD.
Selecting the view angle (only for moving image) 7 When a scene containing multi-view angles is played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. Press ANGLE. Example: • Each time you press the button, the angle will be changed. Also, the angle can be changed by pressing 5 // (cursor).
Convenient functions of the DVD player (continued) Adjusting the picture quality (VFP) 7 When a disc is played back or paused Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. Press VFP. • The current setting will appear on the TV screen.
Browsable still pictures (B.S.P.) Some DVD AUDIOs may have pictures called B.S.P. (Browsable Still Pictures). The pictures can be viewed as if you are turning pages. NOTE • You can use this function when “B.S.P.” lights up in the display window on the DVD player. 7 When a disc is played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD.
Convenient functions of the DVD player (continued) Using the status bar and the menu bar 7 When a disc is played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. Press ON SCREEN twice. • “ON SCREEN” will appear in the display window on the DVD player.
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Function list For functions with no description of the operation, press 5// (cursor) to select and press ENTER to determine the function. Changes the time information in the TIME display window on the DVD player and the status bar. Each time ENTER is Time display pressed, the display will be changed.
Changing the initial settings with the preference screen SET UP The initial settings of the DVD player can be changed with the preference screen according to the environment where the DVD player is used. NOTE • The top and bottom of the preference screen may not be displayed on a wide TV.
PICTURE Items Contents ( : initial setting) MONITOR 16 : 9 : TYPE For an ordinary wide TV. 4 : 3 LB (Letterbox) For a TV with conventional 4:3 aspect ratio. When a wide screen picture is input, the black bars appear on the top and bottom of the screen.
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Changing the initial settings with the preference screen (continued) List of relationships of DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT preference items and output signal Playback disc 48 kHz, 16/20/24 bit Linear PCM DVD VIDEO 96 kHz linear PCM DVD VIDEO 48/96/192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit linear PCM DVD AUDIO* 44.1/88.2/176.4 kHz, 16/20/24 bit linear PCM DVD AUDIO* DTS DVD VIDEO/DVD AUDIO*...
Listening to the sound of other audio equipment MEMORY Connect the other audio equipment to this system in advance (A page 12). Slide the remote control mode selector to RECEIVER. Press AUX to select “AUX-DIGITAL” or “AUX”. • Each time you press AUX, the display on the receiver toggles between “AUX-DIGITAL”...
Timer CLOCK/ TIMER Using the playback timer Set the clock beforehand. (A page 15) Slide the remote control mode selector to RECEIVER. Press CLOCK/TIMER. Display on the receiver • If you accidentally pressed CLOCK/TIMER twice or more, press CLOCK/TIMER repeatedly until the display shown above is displayed.
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Press 2 or 3 (cursor) to select the desired sound source, and then press SET. • If you have selected “FM” or “AM” in this step, press 2, 3 (cursor) or the number buttons to select the preset number of the radio station whose broadcast you want to listen to (Refer to “Using the number buttons”...
Timer (continued) Using the sleep timer When the time you specify elapses, the system will be turned off automatically. Slide the remote control mode selector to RECEIVER. Press SLEEP. • Each time you press the button, the time indicated in the display window on the receiver changes (in minutes).
Special cautions Notes on handling 7 Important cautions Installation of the system • Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold; between 5°C and 35°C. • Leave sufficient distance between the system and the •...
About DVDs/CDs Playable DVD/CD types CD-R/ CD-RW Audio CD format Playable VCD/SVCD Playable format MP3/WMA/ Playable JPEG format DVD Video — format DVD VR format — DivX format Playable ASF (Advanced Systems Playable Format) MPEG1/MPEG2 Playable format • Discs should be finalized before being played back. 1 A DVD-R recorded in multi-border format is also playable (except for dual layer discs).
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Notes on MP3/WMA/JPEG/ASF discs and files • A disc may not be played back, or reading it may take a long time depending on its recording conditions or properties. • The time needed for reading varies with the number of groups or tracks (files) recorded on the disc.
About DVDs/CDs (continued) Disc structure DVD VIDEO/DVD VR A DVD VIDEO consists of “titles” and each title may be divided into “chapters”. A DVD VR consists of “original programs” or “play lists” and each original program/play list may be divided into “chapters”. Title 1/Original program 1/ Play list 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 1 Chapter 2...
Troubleshooting When you encounter a problem that seems to be a fault, check the following points before contacting the JVC service center: Power source 7 Power does not come on. • The power cord of the receiver or the DVD player is not connected to an AC outlet.
Troubleshooting (continued) Other 7 You cannot switch audio or subtitles between languages. • The disc does not contain multiple languages. → If only a single language is recorded on the disc, you cannot switch the current language to another language. (A page 35) 7 No subtitle is displayed.
Specifications Receiver (RX-EXA10) Tuner FM frequency: 87.50 MHz - 108.00 MHz AM frequency: 522 kHz - 1 629 kHz Amplifier Output power (Tweeter): 20 W + 20 W at 6 C (10 kHz, THD 10 %) Output power (Woofer): 30 W + 30 W at 6 C (1 kHz, THD 10 %) Terminal •...
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2005 Victor Company of Japan, Limited 0905SKMMODJEM...
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COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM EX-A10 Consists of RX-EXA10, SP-EXA10 and XV-EXA10 INSTRUCTIONS LVT1403-011A [A, US, UN, UB, UW, UG]...
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Warnings, cautions and others CAUTION To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.: 1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet. 2. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. CAUTION — F button! Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely (the STANDBY lamp goes off).
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CAUTION — Proper Ventilation To avoid risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage, locate the apparatus as follows: Top/Front/Back/Sides: No obstructions should be placed in the areas shown by the dimensions below. Bottom: Place on the level surface. Maintain adequate air path for ventilation by placing on a stand with a height of 10 cm more.
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Table of contents Introduction Supplied accessories ...2 Part description ...3 DVD player ... 3 Receiver... 4 Using the remote control ...5 Inserting batteries into the remote control ... 5 Operating the TV using the remote control... 6 Preparation Connections ...7 Standard setup ...
Listening to the sound of other audio equipment Listening to the sound of other audio equipment ...41 Timer Timer ...42 Using the sleep timer ... 42 Using the playback timer ... 43 Reference Using the AV COMPU LINK function ...45 Connection and setup...
Part description The numbers refer to the pages in which the parts are explained. DVD player Front panel 13, 14 Rear panel Display window The receiver and the DVD player use the same design for their display windows. 21, 22 See “Display window”...
The numbers refer to the pages in which the parts are explained. Receiver Front panel 13, 14 14, 18 * This terminal is for connecting a pair of headphones equipped with a stereo plug (not supplied). When the headphones are connected, the speakers do not produce any sound. Rear panel Display window The receiver and the DVD player use the same design for their display windows.
Using the remote control The numbers refer to the pages in which the parts are explained. 21, 25, 34 24, 25 24, 25 27, 32 28, 30 15, 31, 43 15, 43 Inserting batteries into the remote control 6, 14 24, 25 24, 25 15, 21,...
Operating the TV using the remote control You can operate your TV using the remote control of this system. CHANNEL Setting the manufacturer code Slide the remote control mode selector to TV. Hold down F TV. • Hold down F TV until you finish step 4. Press ENTER and release.
Connections Standard setup Connecting the antennas Connecting the AM loop antenna (supplied) Set up the AM loop antenna. Connect the antenna cord. Receiver (rear panel) White Black Connect the ends of the antenna cord as shown above. Do not turn on the power until you complete the connection. DVD player Speaker Receiver...
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Connecting the FM antenna (supplied) FM antenna Receiver (rear panel) Stretch out the FM antenna to the best position for radio reception, and then fix the FM antenna with adhesive tape. Receiver 7 When radio reception with the supplied FM antenna is poor, or when using a communal antenna Antenna cord...
• An incorrect connection may damage the speakers. • The supplied speakers are dedicated to the supplied receiver as parts of the EX-A10 system. Do not connect the supplied speakers to equipment other than the supplied receiver. Doing so may damage the speakers.
Connecting the receiver and the DVD player Make sure to connect the three supplied cords. DVD player (rear panel) Synchronization cord (supplied) CAUTION • Do not fold the optical digital cord as this may damage the inner wire. Audio cord Optical digital (supplied) cord (supplied)
Connections (continued) Connecting other equipment BASS ADJUST Connecting the subwoofer When you connect this system with an amplifier- built-in subwoofer (not supplied), you can enjoy a more dynamic bass sound. Refer to the manual of the subwoofer for details. Audio cord (not supplied) (If an audio cord comes with the amplifier-built-in subwoofer, you can use the audio cord.) Amplifier-built-in subwoofer...
Connecting other audio equipment Output Other audio equipment Audio cord (not supplied) Input Receiver (rear panel) Connecting digital equipment with an optical output terminal MD player or satellite Output receiver To an optical digital output terminal Optical digital cord (not supplied) Input Receiver (rear panel) Connecting a TV...
• To check the compatibility of your TV, contact your local JVC customer service center. • All JVC-manufactured progressive TVs and high- definition TVs are fully compatible with this system. • Even if the power cord of the DVD player is disconnected from the AC outlet or the power is interrupted, the video signal type setting is stored.
Basic operations • DIMMER DISPLAY 0 OPEN/ CLOSE FM/AM CONVERTER CLOCK/ TIMER BASS +/ – Turning on/off the system Remote control mode selector Receiver AUDIO Slide the remote control mode selector to MUTING RECEIVER. AUDIO VOLUME +/ – Press F AUDIO (or F on the receiver).
Basic operations (continued) Setting the clock You can set the clock when the receiver is turned either on or off. Example: To set the clock to 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday Slide the remote control mode selector to RECEIVER. Press CLOCK/TIMER. Display on the receiver Press 2 or 3 (cursor) to select the hour.
Dimmer Changing the brightness of the display windows on the receiver and the DVD player You can set the brightness of the display windows on the receiver and the DVD player respectively. 7 When the receiver/DVD player is turned on Slide the remote control mode selector to RECEIVER or DVD.
Basic operations (continued) Adjusting the bass sound Slide the remote control mode selector to RECEIVER. Press BASS ADJUST. Display on the receiver While the selectable values are flashing, press 2 or 3 (cursor) to select the value of the bass frequency.
Listening to radio broadcasts FM/AM FM MODE Setting the AM tuner spacing Some countries space AM stations 9 kHz apart, and other countries use 10 kHz spacing. On the receiver ONLY: SEARCH – Receiver 7 When the receiver is turned off To select 10 kHz spacing, while holding down SEARCH + on the receiver, press F on the receiver to turn on the power.
Listening to radio broadcasts (continued) Tuning in to a preset radio station Presetting radio stations in the receiver allows you to easily tune in to a radio station. Presetting radio stations You can store up to 30 FM radio stations and up to 15 AM radio stations.
Basic operations of the DVD player 0OPEN/CLOSE DISPLAY FM/AM GROUP/TITLE PREVIOUS 4 SLOW MENU/PG RETURN SOURCE SELECT Receiver Remote control Playing back a DVD/CD mode selector F AUDIO F DVD Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. 3 (play) Press 0 OPEN/CLOSE.
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Basic operations of the DVD player (continued) This part explains the operation with displays of an MP3 disc as examples. For a JPEG disc, read “track” as “file”. NOTE • When files of different types are recorded on a disc, select the file type to be played back.
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■VCD/SVCD When a disc is played back Track number • PBC (Play Back Control) is a signal recorded in a VCD (version 2.0) for controlling playback. You can enjoy interactive software or software with a search function using a menu screen recorded in a PBC compatible VCD.
Basic operations of the DVD player (continued) Changing the display in the display window Receiver Slide the remote control mode selector to RECEIVER. Press DISPLAY repeatedly. • Each time you press DISPLAY, the display toggles between the current source (DVD, FM, AM, AUX-DIGITAL or AUX) and the clock.
Pausing playback 7 When a disc is played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. Press 8. • To return to normal playback, press 3 (play). Advancing the picture frame by frame (only for moving image) 7 When a disc is paused Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD.
Basic operations of the DVD player (continued) Playing back from a position 10 seconds before (One touch replay) 7 When a disc is played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. Press ONE TOUCH REPLAY. NOTE • This operation may not be used for some discs. •...
Skipping at about 5 minute intervals You can skip within a file at about 5 minute intervals. This is useful especially when you want to skip within a long file. 7 When a disc is played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD.
Basic operations of the DVD player (continued) Selecting a track from the menu screen (PBC off) 7 When a disc is stopped or played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. Press MENU/PL or TOP MENU/ • The menu screen will be displayed. •...
Convenient functions of the DVD player GROUP/ TITLE PREVIOUS SCREEN AUDIO PAGE ZOOM PLAY MODE REPEAT CLOCK/ TIMER DVD player Locking DVD/CD ejection You can lock the disc tray to prevent the disc from being ejected. Setting Turn off the DVD player. And while holding down 7 on the DVD player, press 0 on the DVD player.
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Convenient functions of the DVD player (continued) Press the number buttons to program chapters/tracks. • Refer to “Using the number buttons” (A page 15). ■Display on the DVD player for DVD VIDEO • Select a title number, and then a chapter number.
Playing back a DVD/CD in a random order (Random playback) 7 When a disc is stopped Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. Press PLAY MODE repeatedly to display “RANDOM” in the display window on the DVD player. • “RANDOM” will also be displayed on the TV screen.
Convenient functions of the DVD player (continued) Playing back a specified part repeatedly (A-B repeat playback) You can play back the desired part repeatedly by specifying a start point (A) and an end point (B). 7 When a disc is played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD.
Selecting the subtitles (only for moving image) This part explains the operation with displays of a DVD VIDEO as examples. You can use discs of other types in almost the same manner. 7 When a disc contains subtitles and is played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD.
Convenient functions of the DVD player (continued) Selecting the view angle (only for moving image) 7 When a scene containing multi-view angles is played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. Press ANGLE. Example: • Each time you press the button, the angle will be changed.
Adjusting the picture quality (VFP) 7 When a disc is played back or paused Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. Press VFP. • The current setting will appear on the TV screen. • The “GAMMA” setting adjusts the brightness of neutral tints while maintaining the brightness of dark and bright portions.
Convenient functions of the DVD player (continued) Browsable still pictures (B.S.P.) Some DVD AUDIOs may have pictures called B.S.P. (Browsable Still Pictures). The pictures can be viewed as if you are turning pages. NOTE • You can use this function when “B.S.P.” lights up in the display window on the DVD player.
Using the status bar and the menu bar 7 When a disc is played back Slide the remote control mode selector to DVD. Press ON SCREEN twice. • “ON SCREEN” will appear in the display window on the DVD player. The status bar and the menu bar will appear on the TV screen.
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Convenient functions of the DVD player (continued) Function list For functions with no description of the operation, press 5// (cursor) to select and press ENTER to determine the function. Changes the time information in the TIME display window on the DVD player and the status bar.
Changing the initial settings with the preference screen SET UP The initial settings of the DVD player can be changed with the preference screen according to the environment where the DVD player is used. NOTE • The top and bottom of the preference screen may not be displayed on a wide TV.
Changing the initial settings with the preference screen (continued) PICTURE Items Contents ( MONITOR 16 : 9/16 : 9 MULTI: TYPE For an ordinary wide TV. 4 : 3 LB (Letterbox) (Letterbox) : For a TV with conventional 4:3 aspect ratio. When a wide screen picture is input, the black bars appear on the top and bottom of the screen.
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List of relationships of DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT preference items and output signal Playback disc 48 kHz, 16/20/24 bit Linear PCM DVD VIDEO 96 kHz linear PCM DVD VIDEO 48/96/192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit linear PCM DVD AUDIO* 44.1/88.2/176.4 kHz, 16/20/24 bit linear PCM DVD AUDIO* DTS DVD VIDEO/DVD AUDIO* DOLBY DIGITAL DVD VIDEO/DVD 48 kHz, 16 bit stereo linear...
Listening to the sound of other audio equipment MEMORY Connect the other audio equipment to this system in advance (A page 12). Slide the remote control mode selector to RECEIVER. Press AUX to select “AUX-DIGITAL” or “AUX”. • Each time you press AUX, the display on the receiver toggles between “AUX-DIGITAL”...
Timer CLOCK/ TIMER Remote control Using the sleep timer mode selector When the time you specify elapses, the system will AUDIO be turned off automatically. Slide the remote control mode selector to RECEIVER. Press SLEEP. • Each time you press the button, the time indicated in the display window on the receiver changes (in minutes).
Timer (continued) Using the playback timer Set the clock beforehand. (A page 15) Slide the remote control mode selector to RECEIVER. Press CLOCK/TIMER. Display on the receiver • If you accidentally pressed CLOCK/TIMER twice or more, press CLOCK/TIMER repeatedly until the display shown above is displayed.
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Press F AUDIO to turn off the receiver. • The playback timer is available only when the receiver is off. This indicator lights up when the playback timer is activated. NOTE • Complete the playback timer setting at least 1 minute prior to the starting time you have selected in step 4.
Using the AV COMPU LINK function When a JVC-manufactured TV with AV COMPU LINK II or III terminals is connected to the DVD player using these terminals, operating either the TV or the DVD player controls the other equipment at the same time.
Special cautions Notes on handling 7 Important cautions Installation of the system • Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold; between 5°C and 35°C. • Leave sufficient distance between the system and the •...
About DVDs/CDs Playable DVD/CD types CD-R/ CD-RW Audio CD format Playable VCD/SVCD Playable format MP3/WMA/ Playable JPEG format DVD Video — format DVD VR format — DivX format Playable ASF (Advanced Systems Playable Format) MPEG1/MPEG2 Playable format • Discs should be finalized before being played back. 1 A DVD-R recorded in multi-border format is also playable (except for dual layer discs).
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Discs that cannot be played back • The following discs cannot be played back: DVD-ROM (except for MP3/WMA/JPEG/ASF/DivX/ MPEG1/MPEG2 format), DVD-RAM, CD-ROM, CD-I (CD-I Ready), Photo CD, SACD, etc. Playing back these discs will generate noise and damage the speakers. Damaged discs and discs in an extraordinary shape (other than a disc of 12 cm or 8 cm in diameter) cannot be played back.
About DVDs/CDs (continued) Disc structure DVD VIDEO/DVD VR A DVD VIDEO consists of “titles” and each title may be divided into “chapters”. A DVD VR consists of “original programs” or “play lists” and each original program/play list may be divided into “chapters”. Title 1/Original program 1/ Play list 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 1 Chapter 2...
Troubleshooting When you encounter a problem that seems to be a fault, check the following points before contacting the JVC service center: Power source 7 Power does not come on. • The power cord of the receiver or the DVD player is not connected to an AC outlet.
Troubleshooting (continued) Other 7 You cannot switch audio or subtitles between languages. • The disc does not contain multiple languages. → If only a single language is recorded on the disc, you cannot switch the current language to another language. (A page 32) 7 No subtitle is displayed.
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