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- Page 1 DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM TH-C90 Consists of XV-THC90, SP-PWC90, SP-THC90F, SP-THC90C and SP-THC90S TH-C60 Consists of XV-THC60, SP-PWC60, SP-THC60F, SP-THC60C and SP-THC60S TH-C20 Consists of XV-THC20, SP-PWC20, SP-THC20F, SP-THC20C and SP-THC20S INSTRUCTIONS LVT1504-005B [US, UG, UX]...
- Page 2 Warnings, Cautions and Others IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS 1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION serviceable parts inside the unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel. CAUTION when open. Do not view directly with optical instruments. CAUTION To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.: 1.
- Page 3 Warnings, Cautions and Others Caution: Proper Ventilation To avoid risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage, place the apparatus on a level surface. The minimal clearances are shown below: XV-THC90/XV-THC60/ Wall or XV-THC20 obstructions 3 cm Wall or SP-PWC90/ obstructions...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Connecting a TV ... 13 Connecting the powered subwoofer ... 14 Connecting to an analog component ... 14 Connecting a cassette recorder (Only for TH-C90) ... 14 Connecting to a digital component ... 14 Connecting a USB mass storage class device ... 15 Connecting the power cord ... -
Page 5: Introduction
• Composite video cord (1) • AC plug adapters (2) (except for the countries of the Middle East) • Speaker cords (only for TH-C90/TH-C60) 4 m: For satellite (front left/right) and center speakers (3) 10 m: For satellite speakers (surround left/right) (2) •... -
Page 6: About Discs
About discs Playable disc types This system has been designed to play back the following discs: DVD VIDEO VCD/SVCD √ in the list below shows available disc types and recording formats. Disc type CD-R/-RW* DVD-R* Recording format DVD Video — DVD Audio —... -
Page 7: Playable File Types
About discs Playable file types For all playable files • The system can only recognize and play files with one of the following extensions, which can be in any combination of upper and lower case; MP3: “.MP3”, “.mp3” WMA: “.WMA”, “.wma” JPEG: “.JPG”, “.JPEG”, “.jpg”, “.jpeg”... -
Page 8: Description Of Parts And Controls
The numbers in the figures indicate the pages where the details of the parts are described. Display window Disc tray (inside): Rear panel (center unit) Only for TH-C90: 14 IMPORTANT Illustrations used in this manual are of TH-C90 unless mentioned otherwise. Remote sensor: 35, 36 23, 39... -
Page 9: Powered Subwoofer
Description of parts and controls Powered subwoofer Front SP-PWC90 POWER ON lamp: Rear SP-PWC90 See below. Power cord: NOTE • For safety reasons, always ensure that there is sufficient space behind the powered subwoofer. Setting the VOLTAGE SELECTOR Before plugging, set the correct voltage for your area with the voltage selector switch on the rear panel of the powered subwoofer. Voltage selector switch For SP-PWC90 SP-PWC60... - Page 10 Description of parts and controls Remote control Number buttons: 41 - 43 25, 29 20 - 42 27 - 36 17, 23 21, 40 24, 39 31, 33 31, 32, 42 34, 35 21, 31, 33 20, 33 • The button shaded in the illustration (TAPE) is only for TH- C90.
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Page 11: Connections
Connections Connecting the FM and AM antennas 7 AM loop antenna Setting up supplied AM loop antenna If the antenna cord is covered with the insulation coat, twist and pull the insulation coat off and remove. Connecting AM loop antenna Center unit Antenna cord •... -
Page 12: Connecting The Satellite (Front, Center, Surround) Speakers
Connections Connecting the satellite (front, center, surround) speakers TH-C90 7 Assembling the front speakers — Front speaker (SP-THC90F) (2) Before assembling — • Prepare a Phillips screwdriver (not supplied). Take care not to drop any component part while assembling; otherwise, it may cause damage to the floor or injury. - Page 13 Connections 7 Assembling the front and surround speakers — Front speaker Surround Stand (4) (SP-THC60F) (2) speaker (SP-THC60S) (2) • Check the model name of each speaker from the label on the rear to locate each speaker correctly. Assembled speakers With stand: Refer to steps 1 to Without stand: Refer to steps 2 and 3.
- Page 14 Injury to personnel or damage to equipment may result if the speakers installed interfere with daily activities. Do not connect the power cord until all other connections have been made. TH-C90 Speaker cord • Connect the black striped cords to the black (r) terminals.
- Page 15 Connections 7 Connecting the satellite speakers to the subwoofer — Note that the illustration below is for SP-PWC60. Before connecting the speaker cords; Twist and pull the insulation coat off and remove. Powered subwoofer TH-C60: SP-PWC60 TH-C20: SP-PWC20 Center speaker TH-C60: SP-THC60C TH-C20: SP-THC20C CAUTION...
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Page 16: Speaker Layout
Connections Speaker layout To obtain the best possible sound from this system, you need to place all the speakers except the subwoofer at the same distance from the listening position. Center speaker Front left speaker Surround left speaker If your speakers cannot be placed at the same distance from the listening position You can adjust the delay time of the speakers. -
Page 17: Connecting The Powered Subwoofer
S-VIDEO jack of the VIDEO OUT jacks. Do not connect the power cord until all other connections have been made. Connecting a cassette recorder (Only for TH-C90) You can enjoy playing tape and also recording tracks/files from this Powered system. -
Page 18: Connecting A Usb Mass Storage Class Device
It may cause a malfunction of both the system and the device. • JVC bears no responsibility for any loss of data in the USB mass storage class device while using this system. • When connecting with a USB cable, use a cable less than 1 m in length. -
Page 19: Operating External Components With The Remote Control
Operating external components with the remote control The buttons described below are used on pages 16 and 17. Number buttons NOTE • Manufacturers’ codes are subject to change without notice. • Set the codes again after replacing the batteries of the remote control. Operating the TV 7 To set the manufacturer’s code Slide the remote control mode selector... -
Page 20: Operating The Dbs Tuner Or Catv Converter
Operating external components with the remote control Operating the DBS tuner or CATV converter 7 To set the manufacturer’s code Slide the remote control mode selector to VCR/DBS. Press DBS. Press and hold F VCR/DBS. Keep the button pressed until step 5 is finished. Press ENTER. -
Page 21: Basic Operations
Basic operations 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. IMPORTANT Before using the remote control for the following operation;... -
Page 22: Selecting The Source To Play
NOTE • When AM, FM, DBS or TAPE* is selected, this system does not output video signals. • It may take time to change the source. * Only for TH-C90 Adjusting the volume [VOLUME] CAUTION • Always set the volume to minimum level before starting any source. -
Page 23: Sleep Timer [Sleep]
DVD VIDEO in the progressive scan mode. In such a case, change the scan mode to the interlace mode. • All JVC progressive TVs and High-Definition TVs are fully compatible with this system. See page 18 for button locations. -
Page 24: Playback
Playback • The icon such as shows the disc formats or file types the operation is available for. IMPORTANT Before using the remote control for the following operation; 1 Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO. 2 Press DVD or USB MEMORY. The buttons described below are used on pages 21 to 25. - Page 25 Playback 7 On-screen guide icons During DVD VIDEO playback, the following guide icons may appear for a while on the TV screen; • : appears at the beginning of a scene containing multi-subtitle languages. • : appears at the beginning of a scene containing multi-audio languages.
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Page 26: One Touch Replay
Playback ASF/MPEG-2/MPEG-1/DivX file Example: When an ASF file is played Track number Signal and speaker indicators Elapsed playing time (hour:minute:second) (during playback only) Pressing FL DISPLAY Group number Track number DVD VR disc Example: During playback on the Original program* Elapsed playing time Chapter number (hour:minute:second) -
Page 27: Skip To The Beginning Of A Desired Selection
Playback Skip to the beginning of a desired selection 7 Using x/4 buttons 7 For DVD VIDEO/DVD VR (chapter): During playback 7 For VCD/SVCD (track): During playback without PBC function 7 For DVD AUDIO/CD/MP3/WMA/JPEG/ ASF/MPEG-2/MPEG-1/DivX (track/file): During playback or while stopped Press x or 4 repeatedly. -
Page 28: Playing Back A Bonus Group
Playback Playing back a bonus group Some DVD AUDIOs have a special group called “bonus group” whose contents are not open to the public. The bonus group is always assigned to the last group of a disc. To play back a bonus group, you have to enter the specific “key number”... -
Page 29: Advanced Operations
Advanced operations • The icon such as shows the disc formats or file types the operation is available for. IMPORTANT Before using the remote control for the following operation; • Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO. • There are exceptions in the operation mentioned above. -
Page 30: Using The On-Screen Bar
Advanced operations 7 DSP • STADIUM STADIUM mode adds clarity and spreads the sound, like in an outdoor stadium. • All Channel Stereo All Channel Stereo (ALL ST) mode can reproduce a larger stereo sound field using all the connected (and activated) speakers. All Channel Stereo can be used while reproducing 2 channel stereo source. -
Page 31: Changing The Time Information
Advanced operations 7 Contents of the on-screen bar during playback DVD VIDEO DVD AUDIO SVCD DVD VR disc ASF/MPEG-2/MPEG-1/DivX 1 Shows disc type. 2 Shows audio information. 3 Shows disc number. 4 For DVD VIDEO: Shows current title number. For DVD AUDIO: Shows current group number. For DVD VR: Shows current play mode (PG: for Original program, PL: for Playlist) and title number. -
Page 32: Playing From A Specified Position On A Disc
Advanced operations Playing from a specified position on a disc You can start playing a title, chapter or track you specify. You can also play a disc from specified time. Locating a desired scene from the DVD menu DVD VIDEOs and DVD AUDIOs generally have their own menus which show disc contents and you can display them on the TV screen. -
Page 33: Using The File Control Display
Advanced operations Locating a desired position by specifying the time 7 For DVD VIDEO/DVD AUDIO/DVD VR: During playback 7 For VCD/SVCD: While stopped or during playback without PBC function 7 For CD: During playback or while stopped 7 When specifying the elapsed playing time from the beginning of the disc Perform the following procedure while stopped. -
Page 34: Resume Playback
Advanced operations Resume Playback When Resume Playback is set to “ON” (see page 39) and you stop playback by the following operations, the position where playback has been stopped is stored. (The RESUME indicator lights on the display window.) • Turning off the power (See page 18.) •... -
Page 35: Selecting The Audio
Advanced operations Selecting the audio 7 During playback of a disc/file containing audio in several languages When using the AUDIO button: Press AUDIO. Example (DVD VIDEO): “ENGLISH” is selected out of 3 audio languages recorded. Press AUDIO repeatedly or press Cursor Y/5 to select the desired audio. -
Page 36: Still Picture
Advanced operations Selecting browsable still picture recorded on DVD AUDIO Most DVD AUDIOs include browsable still pictures (B.S.P.), which usually appear by turns automatically during playback according to the playback sequence. You can change the picture (turn the page) manually when the current group/track has selectable pictures (pages). -
Page 37: Program Playback
Advanced operations Program Playback 7 While stopped Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until program window appears on the TV screen. The PRG indicator lights on the display window. Follow the instructions that appear on the TV screen to program the desired chapters/tracks. -
Page 38: Random Playback
Advanced operations Random Playback You can play titles or tracks on a disc in random order. 7 While stopped Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until appears on the TV screen. The RND indicator lights on the display window. Press 3 (play button). •... -
Page 39: Tray Lock
Advanced operations Repeating a desired part [A-B Repeat] You can repeat playback of a desired part by specifying the beginning (point A) and ending (point B). 7 During playback Press ON SCREEN twice. The on-screen bar appears on the TV screen. Press Cursor 3/2 to highlight Press ENTER. -
Page 40: Setting Dvd Preferences
Setting DVD preferences Using the setup menus • You can change the language used in the setup menus. See “Menu description” below. Basic operation on the setup menus IMPORTANT Before using the remote control for the following operation; 1 Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO. - Page 41 Setting DVD preferences : Picture menu (PICTURE) 7 MONITOR TYPE You can select the monitor type to match your TV when you play DVDs recorded in the picture’s height/width ratio of 16:9. • 16:9/16:9 MULTI (Wide television conversion) Select this when the aspect ratio of your TV is fixed on 16:9 (wide TV).
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Page 42: Tuner Operations
The signals below the preset frequency level will be sent to and be reproduced by the subwoofer. Select one of the crossover frequency levels according to the size of the small speaker connected. For TH-C60/ Size of the cone speaker unit For TH-C90 TH-C20 built in the speaker 80Hz 120Hz 100Hz... -
Page 43: Preset Tuning
Tuner operations Preset tuning Once a station is assigned to a channel number, the station can be quickly tuned in. You can preset 30 FM and 15 AM stations. 7 To preset the stations Tune in the station you want to preset. •... -
Page 44: Karaoke Operations
Karaoke operations • The icon such as shows the disc formats or file types the operation is available for. IMPORTANT Before using the remote control for the following operation; • Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO. The buttons described below are used on pages 41 to 43. Number buttons Cursor... -
Page 45: Reserving Songs
Karaoke operations Reserving songs You can reserve your desired songs (groups/titles and tracks/chapters) to play in the order of your choice. Up to 12 songs can be reserved with this function. 7 While stopped with Karaoke function is turned on Press RESERVE. -
Page 46: Adding An Echo Effect To Your Voice
Karaoke operations Masking the vocal recorded on a normal disc [VOCAL MASK] You can enjoy Karaoke with a normal disc (containing no multiplex audio or multisound Karaoke audio, etc.) by attenuating the frequencies around a human voice with this function. 7 During playback with Karaoke function turned on Press VOCAL. -
Page 47: References
No sound. The system cord and/or speaker cord is not connected. The audio cord is not connected to AUX IN (VCR), TAPE IN (only for TH-C90) and/or DIGITAL IN (DBS) correctly. An incorrect source has been selected. No picture is displayed The video cord is not connected correctly. -
Page 48: Specifications
References Specifications 7 Center unit (XV-THC90/XV-THC60/XV-THC20) Audio section Digital input* DIGITAL IN (DBS): –21 dBm to –15 dBm (660 nm E30 nm) (OPTICAL) Corresponding to Linear PCM, Dolby Digital, and DTS Digital Surround (with sampling frequency — 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz) Analog input: AUX IN (VCR) - Page 49 References 7 Satellite Speakers — SP-XTHC90 Front speakers (SP-THC90F) Type: 2-way 3-speaker Bass reflex type (Magnetically shielded Type) Speaker: 13.5 cm cone M 2 6.0 cm cone M 1 Power Handling Capacity: 140 W 4 Ω Impedance: Frequency Range: 60 Hz to 20 000 Hz Sound Pressure Level: 89 dB/ W·m...
- Page 50 Mains (AC) Line Instruction CAUTION for mains (AC) line BEFORE PLUGGING IN, do check that your mains (AC) line voltage corresponds with the position of the voltage selector switch provided on the outside of this equipment and, if different, reset the voltage selector switch, to prevent from a damage or risk of fire/electric shock.
- Page 51 DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM TH-C90 Consists of XV-THC90, SP-PWC90, SP-THC90F, SP-THC90C and SP-THC90S INSTRUCTIONS LVT1504-010A...
- Page 52 Warnings, Cautions and Others IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS 1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION serviceable parts inside the unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel. CAUTION when open. Do not view directly with optical instruments. CAUTION To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.: 1.
- Page 53 Warnings, Cautions and Others Caution: Proper Ventilation To avoid risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage, place the apparatus on a level surface. The minimal clearances are shown below: Wall or XV-THC90 obstructions 3 cm Wall or obstructions SP-PWC90 15 cm...
- Page 54 Table of contents Introduction ...2 Notes on handling ... 2 Supplied accessories ... 2 About discs ...3 Playable disc types ... 3 Playable file types ... 4 Description of parts and controls ...5 Connections ...8 Connecting the FM and AM antennas ... 8 Connecting the satellite (front, center, surround) speakers ...9 Speaker layout ...
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Page 55: Notes On Handling
Introduction 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 TV. •... -
Page 56: About Discs
About discs Playable disc types This system has been designed to play back the following discs: DVD VIDEO VCD/SVCD √ in the list below shows available disc types and recording formats. Disc type CD-R/-RW* DVD-R* Recording format DVD Video — DVD Audio —... -
Page 57: Playable File Types
About discs Playable file types For all playable files • The system can only recognize and play files with one of the following extensions, which can be in any combination of upper and lower case; MP3: “.MP3”, “.mp3” WMA: “.WMA”, “.wma” JPEG: “.JPG”, “.JPEG”, “.jpg”, “.jpeg”... -
Page 58: Description Of Parts And Controls
Description of parts and controls Front panel (center unit) The numbers in the figures indicate the pages where the details of the parts are described. Display window Disc tray (inside): Remote sensor: 33, 34 21, 37... - Page 59 Description of parts and controls Rear panel (center unit) Powered subwoofer Front NOTE • For safety reasons, always ensure that there is sufficient space behind the powered subwoofer. Setting the VOLTAGE SELECTOR Before plugging, set the correct voltage for your area with the voltage selector switch on the rear panel of the powered subwoofer. Voltage selector switch POWER ON lamp: * Do not block the ventilation openings to allow proper air...
- Page 60 Description of parts and controls Remote control Number buttons: 23, 27 18 - 38 25 - 34 15, 21 19, 38 22, 37 29, 31 29, 30 32, 33 19, 29, 31 18, 31 Putting batteries in the remote control 14 - 37 23, 27 If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases, replace...
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Page 61: Connections
Connections Connecting the FM and AM antennas 7 AM loop antenna Setting up supplied AM loop antenna If the antenna cord is covered with the insulation coat, twist and pull the insulation coat off and remove. Connecting AM loop antenna Center unit Antenna cord •... -
Page 62: Connecting The Satellite (Front, Center, Surround) Speakers
Connections Connecting the satellite (front, center, surround) speakers 7 Assembling the front speakers Front speaker (SP-THC90F) (2) Before assembling — • Prepare a Phillips screwdriver (not supplied). Take care not to drop any component part while assembling; otherwise, it may cause damage to the floor or injury. Speaker Base plate Screw M4 x 30 mm... - Page 63 Connections 7 Connecting the satellite speakers to the subwoofer Before connecting the speaker cords; Twist and pull the insulation coat off and remove. Powered subwoofer SP-PWC90 Front speakers SP-THC90F CAUTION • If 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.
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Page 64: Speaker Layout
Connections Speaker layout To obtain the best possible sound from this system, you need to place all the speakers except the subwoofer at the same distance from the listening position. Center speaker Front left speaker Surround left speaker If your speakers cannot be placed at the same distance from the listening position You can adjust the delay time of the speakers. -
Page 65: Connecting The Powered Subwoofer
Connections Connecting the powered subwoofer System cord Center unit (supplied) Align the 5 marks. Connecting to an analog component You can enjoy the sound of an analog component. Center unit S-video cord (not supplied) Composite video cord (not supplied) VCR (1 3 or 2 3) TV (3) Cassette recorder (3) To composite video output... -
Page 66: Connecting A Usb Mass Storage Class Device
It may cause a malfunction of both the system and the device. • JVC bears no responsibility for any loss of data in the USB mass storage class device while using this system. • When connecting with a USB cable, use a cable less than 1 m in length. -
Page 67: Operating External Components With The Remote Control
Operating external components with the remote control The buttons described below are used on pages 14 and 15. Number buttons NOTE • Manufacturers’ codes are subject to change without notice. • Set the codes again after replacing the batteries of the remote control. Operating the TV 7 To set the manufacturer’s code Slide the remote control mode selector... -
Page 68: Operating The Dbs Tuner Or Catv Converter
Operating external components with the remote control Operating the DBS tuner or CATV converter 7 To set the manufacturer’s code Slide the remote control mode selector to VCR/DBS. Press DBS. Press and hold F VCR/DBS. Keep the button pressed until step 5 is finished. Press ENTER. -
Page 69: Basic Operations
Basic operations 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. IMPORTANT Before using the remote control for the following operation;... -
Page 70: Selecting The Source To Play
Basic operations Selecting the source to play On the remote control: Press one of the source selecting buttons (DVD, USB MEMORY, FM/AM, VCR, DBS or TAPE). DVD: To play back a disc (DVD VIDEO, VCD etc.). (See page 19.) USB MEMORY: To play back a file in a USB mass storage class device. -
Page 71: Sleep Timer [Sleep]
DVD VIDEO in the progressive scan mode. In such a case, change the scan mode to the interlace mode. • All JVC progressive TVs and High-Definition TVs are fully compatible with this system. See page 16 for button locations. -
Page 72: Playback
Playback • The icon such as shows the disc formats or file types the operation is available for. IMPORTANT Before using the remote control for the following operation; 1 Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO. 2 Press DVD or USB MEMORY. The buttons described below are used on pages 19 to 23. - Page 73 Playback 7 On-screen guide icons During DVD VIDEO playback, the following guide icons may appear for a while on the TV screen; • : appears at the beginning of a scene containing multi-subtitle languages. • : appears at the beginning of a scene containing multi-audio languages.
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Page 74: One Touch Replay
Playback ASF/MPEG-2/MPEG-1/DivX file Example: When an ASF file is played Track number Signal and speaker indicators Elapsed playing time (hour:minute:second) (during playback only) Pressing FL DISPLAY Group number Track number DVD VR disc Example: During playback on the Original program* Elapsed playing time Chapter number (hour:minute:second) -
Page 75: Skip To The Beginning Of A Desired Selection
Playback Skip to the beginning of a desired selection 7 Using x/4 buttons 7 For DVD VIDEO/DVD VR (chapter): During playback 7 For VCD/SVCD (track): During playback without PBC function 7 For DVD AUDIO/CD/MP3/WMA/JPEG/ ASF/MPEG-2/MPEG-1/DivX (track/file): During playback or while stopped Press x or 4 repeatedly. -
Page 76: Playing Back A Bonus Group
Playback Playing back a bonus group Some DVD AUDIOs have a special group called “bonus group” whose contents are not open to the public. The bonus group is always assigned to the last group of a disc. To play back a bonus group, you have to enter the specific “key number”... -
Page 77: Advanced Operations
Advanced operations • The icon such as shows the disc formats or file types the operation is available for. IMPORTANT Before using the remote control for the following operation; • Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO. • There are exceptions in the operation mentioned above. -
Page 78: Using The On-Screen Bar
Advanced operations 7 DSP • STADIUM STADIUM mode adds clarity and spreads the sound, like in an outdoor stadium. • All Channel Stereo All Channel Stereo (ALL ST) mode can reproduce a larger stereo sound field using all the connected (and activated) speakers. All Channel Stereo can be used while reproducing 2 channel stereo source. - Page 79 Advanced operations 7 Contents of the on-screen bar during playback DVD VIDEO DVD AUDIO SVCD DVD VR disc ASF/MPEG-2/MPEG-1/DivX 1 Shows disc type. 2 Shows audio information. 3 Shows disc number. 4 For DVD VIDEO: Shows current title number. For DVD AUDIO: Shows current group number. For DVD VR: Shows current play mode (PG: for Original program, PL: for Playlist) and title number.
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Page 80: Playing From A Specified Position On A Disc
Advanced operations Playing from a specified position on a disc You can start playing a title, chapter or track you specify. You can also play a disc from specified time. Locating a desired scene from the DVD menu DVD VIDEOs and DVD AUDIOs generally have their own menus which show disc contents and you can display them on the TV screen. -
Page 81: Using The File Control Display
Advanced operations Locating a desired position by specifying the time 7 For DVD VIDEO/DVD AUDIO/DVD VR: During playback 7 For VCD/SVCD: While stopped or during playback without PBC function 7 For CD: During playback or while stopped 7 When specifying the elapsed playing time from the beginning of the disc Perform the following procedure while stopped. -
Page 82: Resume Playback
Advanced operations Resume Playback When Resume Playback is set to “ON” (see page 37) and you stop playback by the following operations, the position where playback has been stopped is stored. (The RESUME indicator lights on the display window.) • Turning off the power (See page 16.) •... -
Page 83: Selecting The Audio
Advanced operations Selecting the audio 7 During playback of a disc/file containing audio in several languages When using the AUDIO button: Press AUDIO. Example (DVD VIDEO): “ENGLISH” is selected out of 3 audio languages recorded. Press AUDIO repeatedly or press Cursor Y/5 to select the desired audio. - Page 84 Advanced operations Selecting browsable still picture recorded on DVD AUDIO Most DVD AUDIOs include browsable still pictures (B.S.P.), which usually appear by turns automatically during playback according to the playback sequence. You can change the picture (turn the page) manually when the current group/track has selectable pictures (pages).
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Page 85: Program Playback
Advanced operations Program Playback 7 While stopped Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until program window appears on the TV screen. The PRG indicator lights on the display window. Follow the instructions that appear on the TV screen to program the desired chapters/tracks. -
Page 86: Random Playback
Advanced operations Random Playback You can play titles or tracks on a disc in random order. 7 While stopped Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until appears on the TV screen. The RND indicator lights on the display window. Press 3 (play button). •... -
Page 87: Tray Lock
Advanced operations Repeating a desired part [A-B Repeat] You can repeat playback of a desired part by specifying the beginning (point A) and ending (point B). 7 During playback Press ON SCREEN twice. The on-screen bar appears on the TV screen. Press Cursor 3/2 to highlight Press ENTER. -
Page 88: Setting Dvd Preferences
Setting DVD preferences Using the setup menus • You can change the language used in the setup menus. See “Menu description” below. Basic operation on the setup menus IMPORTANT Before using the remote control for the following operation; 1 Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO. - Page 89 Setting DVD preferences : Picture menu (PICTURE) 7 MONITOR TYPE You can select the monitor type to match your TV when you play DVDs recorded in the picture’s height/width ratio of 16:9. • 16:9/16:9 MULTI (Wide television conversion) Select this when the aspect ratio of your TV is fixed on 16:9 (wide TV).
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Page 90: Tuner Operations
Setting DVD preferences 7 Subwoofer menu (SUBWOOFER) LEVEL You can set the output level of the subwoofer in the –6 dB to +6 dB range. CROSS OVER The signals below the preset frequency level will be sent to and be reproduced by the subwoofer. -
Page 91: Preset Tuning
Tuner operations Preset tuning Once a station is assigned to a channel number, the station can be quickly tuned in. You can preset 30 FM and 15 AM stations. 7 To preset the stations Tune in the station you want to preset. •... -
Page 92: References
References Maintenance 7 Handling 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. -
Page 93: Specifications
References Specifications 7 Center unit (XV-THC90) Audio section Digital input*: DIGITAL IN (DBS): –21 dBm to –15 dBm (660 nm E30 nm) (OPTICAL) * Corresponding to Linear PCM, Dolby Digital, and DTS Digital Surround (with sampling frequency — 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz) Analog input: AUX IN (VCR) - Page 94 Mains (AC) Line Instruction CAUTION for mains (AC) line BEFORE PLUGGING IN, do check that your mains (AC) line voltage corresponds with the position of the voltage selector switch provided on the outside of this equipment and, if different, reset the voltage selector switch, to prevent from a damage or risk of fire/electric shock.
- Page 95 DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM SISTEMA DE CINEMA DE DVD DIGITAL TH-C60 Consists of XV-THC60, SP-PWC60, SP-THC60F, SP-THC60C and SP-THC60S Consiste em XV-THC60, SP-WC60, SP-THC60F, SP-THC60C e SP-THC60S TH-C30 Consists of XV-THC30, SP-PWC30, SP-THC40F, SP-THC40C and SP-THC40S Consiste em XV-THC30, SP-PWC30, SP-THC40F, SP-THC40C e SP-THC40S INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUÇÕES...
- Page 96 Warnings, Cautions and Others/ Advertêcias, precauções e outras notas IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS 1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT : Do not open the top cover. There are no user CAUTION serviceable parts inside the unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel.
- Page 97 Warnings, Cautions and Others/ Advertêcias, precauções e outras notas Caution: Proper Ventilation To avoid risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage, place the apparatus on a level surface. The minimal clearances are shown below: Precaução: ventilação apropriada Para evitar o risco de choque eléctrico e incêndio e prevenir avarias, coloque o aparelho em superfície nivelada.
- Page 98 Table of contents Introduction ...2 Notes on handling ... 2 Supplied accessories ... 2 About discs ...3 Playable disc types ... 3 Playable file types ... 4 Description of parts and controls ...5 Connections ...8 Connecting the FM and AM antennas ... 8 Connecting the satellite (front, center, surround) speakers ...9 Speaker layout ...
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Page 99: Notes On Handling
Introduction 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 TV. •... -
Page 100: About Discs
About discs Playable disc types This system has been designed to play back the following discs: DVD VIDEO VCD/SVCD √ in the list below shows available disc types and recording formats. Disc type CD-R/-RW* DVD-R* Recording format √ DVD Video —... -
Page 101: Playable File Types
About discs Playable file types For all playable files • The system can only recognize and play files with one of the following extensions, which can be in any combination of upper and lower case; MP3: “.MP3”, “.mp3” WMA: “.WMA”, “.wma” JPEG: “.JPG”, “.JPEG”, “.jpg”, “.jpeg”... -
Page 102: Description Of Parts And Controls
Description of parts and controls Front panel (center unit) The numbers in the figures indicate the pages where the details of the parts are described. Display window Disc tray (inside): Rear panel (center unit) Remote sensor: 32, 33 20, 36... - Page 103 Description of parts and controls Powered subwoofer SP-PWC60 Front SP-PWC30 Front NOTE • For safety reasons, always ensure that there is sufficient space behind the powered subwoofer. Setting the VOLTAGE SELECTOR Before plugging, set the correct voltage for your area with the voltage selector switch on the rear panel of the powered subwoofer. POWER ON lamp: POWER ON lamp: * Do not block the ventilation openings to allow proper air...
- Page 104 Description of parts and controls Remote control Number buttons: 22, 26 17 - 37 24 - 33 14, 20 18, 37 21, 36 28, 30 28, 29 31, 32 18, 28, 30 17, 30 Putting batteries in the remote control 13 - 36 22, 26 If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases, replace...
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Page 105: Connections
Connections Connecting the FM and AM antennas 7 AM loop antenna Setting up supplied AM loop antenna If the antenna cord is covered with the insulation coat, twist and pull the insulation coat off and remove. Connecting AM loop antenna Center unit Antenna cord •... -
Page 106: Connecting The Satellite (Front, Center, Surround) Speakers
Connections Connecting the satellite (front, center, surround) speakers For TH-C30, the front, surround and center speakers are equipped with their speaker cords attached directly to their speaker unit instead of having speaker terminals on their cabinet. Front speaker Surround speaker (SP-THC40F) (SP-THC40S) 7 Assembling the front and surround speakers—... - Page 107 Connections 7 Connecting the satellite speakers to the subwoofer Note that the illustration below is for SP-PWC60. Before connecting the speaker cords; Twist and pull the insulation coat off and remove. Powered subwoofer TH-C60: SP-PWC60 TH-C30: SP-PWC30 Center speaker TH-C60: SP-THC60C TH-C30: SP-THC40C CAUTION •...
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Page 108: Speaker Layout
Connections Speaker layout To obtain the best possible sound from this system, you need to place all the speakers except the subwoofer at the same distance from the listening position. Center speaker Front left speaker Surround left speaker If your speakers cannot be placed at the same distance from the listening position You can adjust the delay time of the speakers. -
Page 109: Connecting To An Analog Component
It may cause a malfunction of both the system and the device. • JVC bears no responsibility for any loss of data in the USB mass storage class device while using this system. • When connecting with a USB cable, use a cable less than 1 m in length. -
Page 110: Operating External Components With The Remote Control
Operating external components with the remote control The buttons described below are used on pages 13 and 14. Number buttons NOTE • Manufacturers’ codes are subject to change without notice. • Set the codes again after replacing the batteries of the remote control. Operating the TV 7 To set the manufacturer’s code Slide the remote control mode selector... -
Page 111: Operating The Dbs Tuner Or Catv Converter
Operating external components with the remote control Operating the DBS tuner or CATV converter 7 To set the manufacturer’s code Slide the remote control mode selector to VCR/DBS. Press DBS. Press and hold F VCR/DBS. Keep the button pressed until step 5 is finished. Press ENTER. -
Page 112: Basic Operations
Basic operations 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. IMPORTANT Before using the remote control for the following operation;... -
Page 113: Selecting The Source To Play
Basic operations Selecting the source to play On the remote control: Press one of the source selecting buttons (DVD, USB MEMORY, FM/AM, VCR or DBS). DVD: To play back a disc (DVD VIDEO, VCD etc.). (See page 18.) USB MEMORY: To play back a file in a USB mass storage class device. -
Page 114: Sleep Timer [Sleep]
DVD VIDEO in the progressive scan mode. In such a case, change the scan mode to the interlace mode. • All JVC progressive TVs and High-Definition TVs are fully compatible with this system. See page 15 for button locations. -
Page 115: Playback
Playback • The icon such as shows the disc formats or file types the operation is available for. IMPORTANT Before using the remote control for the following operation; 1 Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO. 2 Press DVD or USB MEMORY. The buttons described below are used on pages 18 to 22. - Page 116 Playback 7 On-screen guide icons During DVD VIDEO playback, the following guide icons may appear for a while on the TV screen; • : appears at the beginning of a scene containing multi-subtitle languages. • : appears at the beginning of a scene containing multi-audio languages.
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Page 117: One Touch Replay
Playback ASF/MPEG-2/MPEG-1/DivX file Example: When an ASF file is played Track number Signal and speaker indicators Elapsed playing time (hour:minute:second) (during playback only) Pressing FL DISPLAY Group number Track number DVD VR disc Example: During playback on the Original program* Elapsed playing time Chapter number (hour:minute:second) -
Page 118: Skip To The Beginning Of A Desired Selection
Playback Skip to the beginning of a desired selection 7 Using x/4 buttons 7 For DVD VIDEO/DVD VR (chapter): During playback 7 For VCD/SVCD (track): During playback without PBC function 7 For DVD AUDIO/CD/MP3/WMA/JPEG/ ASF/MPEG-2/MPEG-1/DivX (track/file): During playback or while stopped Press x or 4 repeatedly. -
Page 119: Playing Back A Bonus Group
Playback Playing back a bonus group Some DVD AUDIOs have a special group called “bonus group” whose contents are not open to the public. The bonus group is always assigned to the last group of a disc. To play back a bonus group, you have to enter the specific “key number”... -
Page 120: Advanced Operations
Advanced operations • The icon such as shows the disc formats or file types the operation is available for. IMPORTANT Before using the remote control for the following operation; • Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO. • There are exceptions in the operation mentioned above. -
Page 121: Using The On-Screen Bar
Advanced operations 7 DSP • STADIUM STADIUM mode adds clarity and spreads the sound, like in an outdoor stadium. • All Channel Stereo All Channel Stereo (ALL ST) mode can reproduce a larger stereo sound field using all the connected (and activated) speakers. All Channel Stereo can be used while reproducing 2 channel stereo source. - Page 122 Advanced operations 7 Contents of the on-screen bar during playback DVD VIDEO DVD AUDIO SVCD DVD VR disc ASF/MPEG-2/MPEG-1/DivX 1 Shows disc type. 2 Shows audio information. 3 Shows disc number. 4 For DVD VIDEO: Shows current title number. For DVD AUDIO: Shows current group number. For DVD VR: Shows current play mode (PG: for Original program, PL: for Playlist) and title number.
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Page 123: Playing From A Specified Position On A Disc
Advanced operations Playing from a specified position on a disc You can start playing a title, chapter or track you specify. You can also play a disc from specified time. Locating a desired scene from the DVD menu DVD VIDEOs and DVD AUDIOs generally have their own menus which show disc contents and you can display them on the TV screen. -
Page 124: Using The File Control Display
Advanced operations Locating a desired position by specifying the time 7 For DVD VIDEO/DVD AUDIO/DVD VR: During playback 7 For VCD/SVCD: While stopped or during playback without PBC function 7 For CD: During playback or while stopped 7 When specifying the elapsed playing time from the beginning of the disc Perform the following procedure while stopped. -
Page 125: Resume Playback
Advanced operations Resume Playback When Resume Playback is set to “ON” (see page 36) and you stop playback by the following operations, the position where playback has been stopped is stored. (The RESUME indicator lights on the display window.) • Turning off the power (See page 15.) •... -
Page 126: Selecting The Audio
Advanced operations Selecting the audio 7 During playback of a disc/file containing audio in several languages When using the AUDIO button: Press AUDIO. Example (DVD VIDEO): “ENGLISH” is selected out of 3 audio languages recorded. Press AUDIO repeatedly or press Cursor Y/5 to select the desired audio. - Page 127 Advanced operations Selecting browsable still picture recorded on DVD AUDIO Most DVD AUDIOs include browsable still pictures (B.S.P.), which usually appear by turns automatically during playback according to the playback sequence. You can change the picture (turn the page) manually when the current group/track has selectable pictures (pages).
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Page 128: Program Playback
Advanced operations Program Playback 7 While stopped Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until program window appears on the TV screen. The PRG indicator lights on the display window. Follow the instructions that appear on the TV screen to program the desired chapters/tracks. -
Page 129: Random Playback
Advanced operations Random Playback You can play titles or tracks on a disc in random order. 7 While stopped Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until appears on the TV screen. The RND indicator lights on the display window. Press 3 (play button). •... -
Page 130: Tray Lock
Advanced operations Repeating a desired part [A-B Repeat] You can repeat playback of a desired part by specifying the beginning (point A) and ending (point B). 7 During playback Press ON SCREEN twice. The on-screen bar appears on the TV screen. Press Cursor 3/2 to highlight Press ENTER. -
Page 131: Setting Dvd Preferences
Setting DVD preferences Using the setup menus • You can change the language used in the setup menus. See “Menu description” below. Basic operation on the setup menus IMPORTANT Before using the remote control for the following operation; 1 Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO. - Page 132 Setting DVD preferences : Picture menu (PICTURE) 7 MONITOR TYPE You can select the monitor type to match your TV when you play DVDs recorded in the picture’s height/width ratio of 16:9. • 16:9/16:9 MULTI (Wide television conversion) Select this when the aspect ratio of your TV is fixed on 16:9 (wide TV).
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Page 133: Tuner Operations
Setting DVD preferences 7 Subwoofer menu (SUBWOOFER) LEVEL You can set the output level of the subwoofer in the –6 dB to +6 dB range. CROSS OVER The signals below the preset frequency level will be sent to and be reproduced by the subwoofer. -
Page 134: Preset Tuning
Tuner operations Preset tuning Once a station is assigned to a channel number, the station can be quickly tuned in. You can preset 30 FM and 15 AM stations. 7 To preset the stations Tune in the station you want to preset. •... -
Page 135: References
References Maintenance 7 Handling 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. -
Page 136: Specifications
References Specifications 7 Center unit (XV-THC60/XV-THC30) Audio section Digital input*: DIGITAL IN (DBS): –21 dBm to –15 dBm (660 nm E30 nm) (OPTICAL) * Corresponding to Linear PCM, Dolby Digital, and DTS Digital Surround (with sampling frequency — 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz) Analog input: AUX IN (VCR) - Page 137 References 7 Satellite Speakers (SP-XTHC60) Front speakers (SP-THC60F) Type: 1-way 2-speaker Bass reflex type (Magnetically shielded Type) Speaker: 5.5 cm cone M 2 Power Handling Capacity: 140 W 4 Ω Impedance: Frequency Range: 100 Hz to 20 000 Hz Sound Pressure Level: 79 dB/ W·m Dimensions (W M H M D):...
- Page 138 Mains (AC) Line Instruction Instrução sobre a tensão da rede eléctrica (CA) EN, PR © 2006 Victor Company of Japan, Limited CAUTION for mains (AC) line BEFORE PLUGGING IN, do check that your mains (AC) line voltage corresponds with the position of the voltage selector switch provided on the outside of this equipment and, if different, reset the voltage selector switch, to prevent from a damage or risk of fire/electric shock.