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JVC TH-A30 Instructions Manual

JVC TH-A30 Instructions Manual

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DVD DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEM
TH-A30
Consists of XV-THA30, SP-XA30, SP-XSA30 and SP-WA30
STANDBY/ON
AUDIO
TV
VCR
TV/VIDEO
PROGRESSIVE
DISPLAY
STEP
TV CHANNEL
AUDIO/
FM MODE SUBTITLE
TV VOLUME
VCR
DVD
FM/AM
AUX
CONTROL
TUNER PRESET
DOWN
UP
FF
REW
VCR CHANNEL
TUNING
B.SEARCH
F.SEARCH
ENTER
VOLUME
TOP MENU
MENU
RETURN
MUTING
STANDBY
STANDBY/ON
RM-STHA30J
DVD THEATER SYSTEM
AUDIO/FM MODE
DSP
VOLUME
SOURCE
DVD DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEM TH-A30
INSTRUCTIONS
D I G I T A L
S U R R O U N D
D I G I T A L
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial
No. which are located either on the rear,
bottom or side of the cabinet. Retain this
information for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
LVT0945-002A
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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTIONS D I G I T A L SOURCE S U R R O U N D DVD DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEM TH-A30 D I G I T A L For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which are located either on the rear, bottom or side of the cabinet.
  • Page 2 Warnings, Cautions and Others CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage"...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Setting up the DVD Preferences ... 49 Setting the Initial Languages ... 49 Introducing the DVD Preference (System) ... 50 Setting the Parental (Rating) Level ... 52 Operating JVC’s Components ... 54 Operating Other Manufacturers’ TV ... 55 Maintenance ... 56 Troubleshooting ... 57...

  • Page 5: Parts Identification

    3 Tuner mode indicators (16, 47, 48) • TUNED and ST (stereo) 4 PROGRAM indicator (34, 40, 48) SOURCE DVD DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEM TH-A30 7 Remote sensor 8 3/8 (play/pause) button (12, 13,14,15, 28, 44) • Pressing this button also turns on the power and changes the source to the DVD player.

  • Page 6: Remote Control

    VCR CONTROL button (54) IMPORTANT: If you press VCR CONTROL , this remote control will work ONLY for the JVC’s VCR. When you want to operate the system again, press DVD or FM/AM. ; MUTING button (12, 15) a RETURN button (38, 50, 51)
  • Page 7 Inside the Cover TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SETUP ANGLE ZOOM D.R.C DSP MODE REPEAT A-B REPEAT PROGRAM REMAIN CLEAR SEARCH VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING RM-STHA30J DVD THEATER SYSTEM Inside the Cover 1 Number buttons (31, 38, 46, 54, 55) 2 SLOW button (36, 42) 3 ZOOM button (36, 42) 4 ANGLE button (30)

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Getting Started Before Installation General Precautions • DO NOT insert any metal object into the center unit. • DO NOT disassemble the center unit or remove screws, covers, or cabinet. • DO NOT expose the center unit to rain or moisture. Locations •...

  • Page 9: Connecting The Fm And Am Antennas

    Connecting the FM and AM Antennas If FM reception is poor, connect outdoor FM antenna (not supplied). FM antenna (supplied) Cooling fan (See “About the cooling fan” below.) FM antenna connection Connect the supplied FM antenna to the FM 75 Ω COAXIAL terminal as temporary measure.

  • Page 10: Speaker Layout Diagram

    Speaker Layout Diagram Center unit STANDBY AUDIO/FM MODE STANDBY/ON VOLUME SOURCE DVD DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEM TH-A30 To right rear speaker To left rear speaker D I G I T A L S U R R O U N D D I G I T A L...

  • Page 11: Connecting The Speakers

    Connecting the Speakers Connect the satellite speakers and subwoofer to the terminals on the rear panel using speaker cords supplied. Labels are attached to the speaker cords to indicate the terminals to be connected. • Connect the red cord to the red (+) terminal, and the black cord to the black (–) terminal respectively.

  • Page 12: Connecting Audio/Video Component

    Getting Started Connecting Audio/Video Component Turn the power off to all components before connections. Audio component connection Connect another component to the center unit with the audio cords. Use the cords supplied with another component or purchase them at an electric appliance store. Audio cord (not supplied) Center unit COMPONENT OUT...
  • Page 13 TV connection The S-video cord and the component video cord are not supplied with this system. Use the cords supplied with another components or purchase them at an electric appliance store. Composite video cord (supplied) S-video cord (not supplied) You can select one of three connection types— •...

  • Page 14: Tv Preparation

    DVD in the progressive scanning mode. In such a case, change the scanning mode to “I–SCAN MODE” To check the compatibility of your TV, contact your local JVC customer service center. • All JVC progressive TVs and High-Definition TVs are fully compatible with this system.

  • Page 15: Basic Dvd Operations

    Before turning on the system, turn on your TV and select the correct video input. (See the manual supplied with your TV.) • When you use a JVC’s TV, you can turn on your TV by pressing on the remote control, and select the video input by pressing TV/VIDEO.

  • Page 16: Select An Appropriate Progressive Mode

    Basic DVD Operations Select an Appropriate Progressive Mode You can select the progressive mode according to the picture type (film or video source). Press PROGRESSIVE repeatedly until the progressive mode you want appears. • Each time you press the button, the progressive mode changes as follows: VIDEO MODE FILM MODE...

  • Page 17: Basic Vcd/Cd Operations

    (See the manual supplied with your TV.) • When you use a JVC’s TV, you can turn on your TV by pressing on the remote control, and select the video input by pressing TV/VIDEO. (If your TV is not a JVC’s, see “Operating Other Manufacturers’...

  • Page 18: Adjust The Volume

    Basic VCD/CD Operations djust the Volume To increase the volume, press and hold VOLUME +. To decrease the volume, press and hold VOLUME –. VOLUME CAUTION: Always set the volume to the minimum before starting any source. If the volume is set at its high level, the sudden blast of sound energy can permanently damage your hearing and/or ruin your speakers.

  • Page 19: Basic Tuner Operations

    Basic Tuner Operations STANDBY/ON AUDIO STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN TUNING – VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER VOLUME – VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING For in-depth information about tuner operations, see “Tuner Operations”...

  • Page 20: Other Basic Operations

    Other Basic Operations TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL STEP DISPLAY AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SOUND SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SETUP TEST ANGLE ZOOM D.R.C DSP MODE...

  • Page 21: Speaker Settings

    Speaker Settings STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SOUND SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SETUP TEST ANGLE ZOOM D.R.C...
  • Page 22 Speaker Settings For Dolby Pro Logic: Before you start, remember... There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again. Press AUX to select the external component as the source. Start playing a source encoded with Dolby Surround.

  • Page 23: Creating Realistic Sound Fields

    Creating Realistic Sound Fields You can use the following surround to reproduce a realistic sound field. • Digital Multichannel Surround—Dolby Digital and DTS Digital Surround • Dolby Surround • DSP (Digital Signal Processor) modes I Dolby Digital and DTS Digital Surround To enjoy surround effectively, all the speakers need to be connected and activated.
  • Page 24 Creating Realistic Sound Fields I DSP (Digital Signal Processor) Modes DSP modes have been designed to create important acoustic surround elements. The sound heard in a hall, a theater, a pavilion, a dance club, or a live club consists of direct sound and indirect sound—early reflections and reflections from behind.

  • Page 25: Adjusting Stereo Sound

    VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SOUND SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SETUP TEST ANGLE ZOOM D.R.C DSP MODE REPEAT A-B REPEAT PROGRAM CLEAR SEARCH REMAIN SLEEP Adjusting Stereo Sound You can adjust the following settings. It is recommended that you make adjustments from your actual listening point while listening to reproduced sounds.

  • Page 26: Adjusting Dolby Digital And Dts Digital Surround

    Creating Realistic Sound Fields FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SOUND SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SETUP TEST D.R.C ANGLE ZOOM D.R.C DSP MODE REPEAT A-B REPEAT PROGRAM CLEAR SEARCH REMAIN SLEEP Adjusting Dolby Digital and...

  • Page 27: Activating Dynamic Range Compression

    Activating Dynamic Range Compression You can enjoy a powerful sound even at a low volume level by compressing the dynamic range (difference between the maximum and minimum sounds). • This function takes effect only when Dolby Digital is activated. From the remote control ONLY: Press D.R.C.

  • Page 28: Adjusting Dsp Modes

    Creating Realistic Sound Fields VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SOUND SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SETUP TEST ANGLE ZOOM D.R.C DSP MODE REPEAT A-B REPEAT PROGRAM CLEAR SEARCH REMAIN SLEEP To adjust the output level for the center speaker, the rear speakers, and the subwoofer 1) Press SOUND repeatedly to select the “CEN,”...
  • Page 29 To adjust the output balance for the front speakers and the rear speakers 1) Press SOUND repeatedly until one of the following adjustment indications appears on the display. • Each time you press the button, the adjustment indication on the display changes as follows: 00 F 00 00 R 00 Normal indication...

  • Page 30: Disc Introduction-Dvd/Vcd/Cd

    Disc Introduction—DVD/VCD/CD This system has been designed to play back the following discs: DVD, Video CD, Super Video CD (SVCD), Audio CD, CD-R, and CD-RW. • This system can also play back MP3 files recorded on CD-Rs and CD-RWs. For in-depth information about what MP3, see “MP3 Introduction”...

  • Page 31: Basic Disc Operations

    Basic Disc Operations STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER SVCD can be operated by using the VCD operation procedure. To start playback Press 3/8.

  • Page 32: Dvd Playback

    DVD Playback STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE DISPLAY TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE AUDIO/ FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SOUND SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SETUP TEST...

  • Page 33: Selecting The Subtitles

    Selecting the Subtitles While playing back a DVD containing subtitles in different languages, you can select the subtitle to be displayed on the TV screen. • You can set your favorite subtitle language as the initial language shown on the screen. (See page 49.) From the remote control ONLY: Press SUBTITLE.

  • Page 34: Checking The Remaining Time

    DVD Playback STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL STEP DISPLAY AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH 3/2/5/∞ ENTER ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING Number SOUND buttons SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW...

  • Page 35: Moving To A Particular Portion Directly

    Moving to a Particular Portion Directly You can move to another title, chapter, or particular scene in the chapter directly. From the remote control ONLY: Press SEARCH during playback or pause. • Each time you press the button, the following indication appears on the screen: TITLE –...

  • Page 36: Repeating Playback

    DVD Playback STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL STEP DISPLAY AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SOUND SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SETUP TEST ANGLE ZOOM...

  • Page 37: Programming The Playing Order Of The Chapters-Program Play

    Programming the Playing Order of the Chapters—Program Play You can arrange the chapter playback order before you start playing. You can program up to 20 steps. • Before making a program, make sure that the TV is turned on and the correct input is selected on the TV. From the remote control ONLY: Load a disc.
  • Page 38 DVD Playback STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE STEP TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH 3/2/5/∞ ENTER ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SOUND SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SLOW SETUP...

  • Page 39: Dvd Special Effect Playback

    DVD Special Effect Playback 7 Still Picture/Frame-by-Frame Playback You can advance the still picture frame by frame while playing a DVD. From the remote control ONLY: Press STEP once during playback. A still picture appears on the TV screen. P A U S E Press STEP repeatedly to advance the picture frame by frame.

  • Page 40: Vcd/Cd Playback

    VCD/CD Playback STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE DISPLAY TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER ENTER VOLUME MENU TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING Number SOUND buttons SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SETUP...

  • Page 41: Disc Menu-Driven Playback (Only For Vcd)

    Disc Menu–Driven Playback (Only for VCD) The Play Back Control function (PBC) allows you to operate the VCD using menus. When you start playing a VCD with PBC function, a menu will automatically appear on the TV screen. (“MENU” will also appear on the display.) •...

  • Page 42: Repeating Playback

    VCD/CD Playback STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SOUND SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SETUP TEST ANGLE ZOOM...

  • Page 43: Programming The Playing Order Of The Tracks-Program Play

    Programming the Playing Order of the Tracks—Program Play You can arrange the track playback order before you start playing. You can program up to 20 steps. • Before making a program, make sure that the TV is turned on and the correct input is selected on the TV. From the remote control ONLY: Load a disc.

  • Page 44: Selecting Playback Channel

    VCD/CD Playback STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL STEP AUDIO/ DISPLAY FM MODE AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH 3/2/5/∞ ENTER ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU MUTING RETURN SOUND SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SLOW...

  • Page 45: Vcd Special Effect Playback

    VCD Special Effect Playback 7 Still Picture/Frame-by-Frame Playback You can advance the still picture frame by frame while playing a VCD. From the remote control ONLY: Press STEP once during playback. A still picture appears on the TV screen. P A U S E Press STEP repeatedly to advance the picture frame by frame.

  • Page 46: Mp3 Introduction

    MP3 Introduction This system is incorporated with an MP3 decoder. You can play back MP3 tracks (files) recorded on CD-Rs, and CD-RWs. • Notice that “files” and “tracks” are used interchangeably. What is MP3? MP3 is an abbreviation of Motion Picture Experts Group (or MPEG) Audio Layer 3.

  • Page 47: Mp3 Playback

    MP3 Playback Starting Playback It is recommended to turn on your TV when playing back an MP3 disc. Press 0 to load a disc. Press 3/8. After detecting the disc, playback starts. • The on-screen bar and the contents recorded on the MP3 disc will be shown on the TV if it is turned on.

  • Page 48: Operations Using The On-Screen Display

    MP3 Playback STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH ∞ 5 ENTER ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING Number buttons SLOW SETUP ANGLE ZOOM D.R.C REPEAT...

  • Page 49: Moving To A Particular Track Directly

    Moving to a Particular Track Directly You can move to a particular track on the disc directly. From the remote control ONLY: Press SEARCH during playback or pause. “TRACK – – – – ” appears on the TV screen. Press the number buttons to select a track number you want.

  • Page 50: Tuner Operations

    Tuner Operations STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ FM MODE AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM TUNER CONTROL PRESET TUNER PRESET DOWN DOWN TUNING – VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SOUND SETTING...

  • Page 51: Using Preset Tuning

    Using Preset Tuning Once a station is assigned to a channel number, the station can be quickly tuned. You can preset up to 15 FM and 15 AM stations. To store the preset stations From the remote control ONLY: Tune in the station you want to preset (see “Tuning in Stations”).

  • Page 52: Setting Up The Dvd Preferences

    Setting up the DVD Preferences STANDBY/ON AUDIO PROGRESSIVE TV/VIDEO TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ∞ 5 ENTER ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SOUND SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW...

  • Page 53: Introducing The Dvd Preference (System)

    I Basic language selecting procedure Ex. : To select the desired language as the initial language for “AUDIO.” From the remote control ONLY: Press SETUP. Language selection menu of the Setup menu appears on the TV screen. LANGUAGES SYSTEM OSD LANGUAGE ENGLISH AUDIO ENGLISH...
  • Page 54 Setting up the DVD Preferences STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH 3/2/5/∞ ENTER ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING Number SOUND buttons SETTING PRO LOGIC...

  • Page 55: Setting The Parental (Rating) Level

    Setting the Parental (Rating) Level Using this function, you can restrict playback of DVD containing violent scenes and those not suitable for your family members. Nobody can play such a disc unless this function is canceled. (“WRONG PARENTAL CODE” appears on the display if you try to play back such a disc.) •...

  • Page 56: To Change The Password

    Setting up the DVD Preferences STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH 5/∞ ENTER ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING Number SOUND buttons SETTING PRO LOGIC...

  • Page 57: Operating Jvc's Components

    Operating JVC’s Components You can use the remote control to operate not only this unit but also other JVC products. • Refer also to the manuals supplied for the other products. — This remote control can operate a VCR whose remote control code is set to A code.

  • Page 58: Operating Other Manufacturers' Tv

    Operating Other Manufacturers’ TV You can use the remote control to operate other manufactures’ TV. • Refer also to the manuals supplied for the other products. • To operate the other products, aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the target product. STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO...

  • Page 59: Maintenance

    Maintenance To get the best performance of the unit, keep your discs and mechanism clean. General Notes In general, you will have the best performance by keeping your discs, and the mechanism clean. • Store discs in their cases, and keep them in cabinets or on shelves. •...

  • Page 60: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Use this chart to help you solve daily operational problems. If there is any problem you cannot solve, contact your JVC service center. PROBLEM Power does not come on. The remote control does not work. No sound. Sound is emitted from only one speaker.

  • Page 61: Specifications

    Specifications Center unit (XV-THA30 ) Amplifier section Front/Center/Rear: 25 watts per channel, min. RMS at 6 ohms as 1 kHz, with no more than 10 % total harmonic distortion. Subwoofer: 110 watts per channel, min. RMS at 4 ohms as 100 Hz, with no more than 10 % total harmonic distortion.
  • Page 62 If service is not available locally, box the product carefully, preferably in the original carton, and ship, insured, with a copy of your bill of sale plus a letter of explanation of the problem to the nearest JVC Factory Service Center, the name and location of which will be given to you by the toll-free number.
  • Page 63 To prevent electrical shock,do not open the cabinet.There are no user serviceable parts inside.Please refer to qualified service personnel for repairs. Accessories To purchase accessories for your JVC product,please call toll free:1 (800)882-2345 or on the web at www.JVC.com BT-51005-5 (0301) ®...
  • Page 64 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED 0502KSMMDWSAM...
  • Page 65 MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS D I G I T A L SOURCE S U R R O U N D DVD DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEM TH-A30 D I G I T A L For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. and Serial No.
  • Page 66 Mises en garde, précautions et indications diverses CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated...
  • Page 67 1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT 2. CAUTION: Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam. 3. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside the Unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel.
  • Page 68 Setting up the DVD Preferences ... 49 Setting the Initial Languages ... 49 Introducing the DVD Preference (System) ... 50 Setting the Parental (Rating) Level ... 52 Operating JVC’s Components ... 54 Operating Other Manufacturers’ TV ... 55 Maintenance ... 56 Troubleshooting ... 57...

  • Page 69: Parts Identification

    3 Tuner mode indicators (16, 47, 48) • TUNED and ST (stereo) 4 PROGRAM indicator (34, 40, 48) SOURCE DVD DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEM TH-A30 7 Remote sensor 8 3/8 (play/pause) button (12, 13,14,15, 28, 44) • Pressing this button also turns on the power and changes the source to the DVD player.

  • Page 70: Remote Control

    VCR CONTROL button (54) IMPORTANT: If you press VCR CONTROL , this remote control will work ONLY for the JVC’s VCR. When you want to operate the system again, press DVD or FM/AM. ; MUTING button (12, 15) a RETURN button (38, 50, 51)
  • Page 71 Inside the Cover TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SETUP ANGLE ZOOM D.R.C DSP MODE REPEAT A-B REPEAT PROGRAM REMAIN CLEAR SEARCH VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING RM-STHA30J DVD THEATER SYSTEM Inside the Cover 1 Number buttons (31, 38, 46, 54, 55) 2 SLOW button (36, 42) 3 ZOOM button (36, 42) 4 ANGLE button (30)

  • Page 72: Getting Started

    Getting Started Before Installation General Precautions • DO NOT insert any metal object into the center unit. • DO NOT disassemble the center unit or remove screws, covers, or cabinet. • DO NOT expose the center unit to rain or moisture. Locations •...

  • Page 73: Connecting The Fm And Am Antennas

    Connecting the FM and AM Antennas If FM reception is poor, connect outdoor FM antenna (not supplied). FM antenna (supplied) Cooling fan (See “About the cooling fan” below.) FM antenna connection Connect the supplied FM antenna to the FM 75 Ω COAXIAL terminal as temporary measure.

  • Page 74: Speaker Layout Diagram

    Speaker Layout Diagram Center unit STANDBY AUDIO/FM MODE STANDBY/ON VOLUME SOURCE DVD DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEM TH-A30 To right rear speaker To left rear speaker D I G I T A L S U R R O U N D D I G I T A L...

  • Page 75: Connecting The Speakers

    Connecting the Speakers Connect the satellite speakers and subwoofer to the terminals on the rear panel using speaker cords supplied. Labels are attached to the speaker cords to indicate the terminals to be connected. • Connect the red cord to the red (+) terminal, and the black cord to the black (–) terminal respectively.

  • Page 76: Connecting Audio/Video Component

    Getting Started Connecting Audio/Video Component Turn the power off to all components before connections. Audio component connection Connect another component to the center unit with the audio cords. Use the cords supplied with another component or purchase them at an electric appliance store. Audio cord (not supplied) Center unit COMPONENT OUT...
  • Page 77 TV connection The S-video cord and the component video cord are not supplied with this system. Use the cords supplied with another components or purchase them at an electric appliance store. Composite video cord (supplied) S-video cord (not supplied) You can select one of three connection types— •...

  • Page 78: Tv Preparation

    DVD in the progressive scanning mode. In such a case, change the scanning mode to “I–SCAN MODE” To check the compatibility of your TV, contact your local JVC customer service center. • All JVC progressive TVs and High-Definition TVs are fully compatible with this system.

  • Page 79: Basic Dvd Operations

    Before turning on the system, turn on your TV and select the correct video input. (See the manual supplied with your TV.) • When you use a JVC’s TV, you can turn on your TV by pressing on the remote control, and select the video input by pressing TV/VIDEO.

  • Page 80: Select An Appropriate Progressive Mode

    Basic DVD Operations Select an Appropriate Progressive Mode You can select the progressive mode according to the picture type (film or video source). Press PROGRESSIVE repeatedly until the progressive mode you want appears. • Each time you press the button, the progressive mode changes as follows: VIDEO MODE FILM MODE...

  • Page 81: Basic Vcd/Cd Operations

    (See the manual supplied with your TV.) • When you use a JVC’s TV, you can turn on your TV by pressing on the remote control, and select the video input by pressing TV/VIDEO. (If your TV is not a JVC’s, see “Operating Other Manufacturers’...

  • Page 82: Adjust The Volume

    Basic VCD/CD Operations djust the Volume To increase the volume, press and hold VOLUME +. To decrease the volume, press and hold VOLUME –. VOLUME CAUTION: Always set the volume to the minimum before starting any source. If the volume is set at its high level, the sudden blast of sound energy can permanently damage your hearing and/or ruin your speakers.

  • Page 83: Basic Tuner Operations

    Basic Tuner Operations STANDBY/ON AUDIO STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN TUNING – VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER VOLUME – VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SOUND For in-depth information about tuner operations, see...

  • Page 84: Other Basic Operations

    Other Basic Operations TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL STEP DISPLAY AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SOUND SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SETUP TEST ANGLE ZOOM D.R.C DSP MODE...

  • Page 85: Speaker Settings

    Speaker Settings STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SOUND SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SETUP TEST ANGLE ZOOM D.R.C...
  • Page 86 Speaker Settings For Dolby Pro Logic: Before you start, remember... There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again. Press AUX to select the external component as the source. Start playing a source encoded with Dolby Surround.

  • Page 87: Creating Realistic Sound Fields

    Creating Realistic Sound Fields You can use the following surround to reproduce a realistic sound field. • Digital Multichannel Surround—Dolby Digital and DTS Digital Surround • Dolby Surround • DSP (Digital Signal Processor) modes I Dolby Digital and DTS Digital Surround To enjoy surround effectively, all the speakers need to be connected and activated.
  • Page 88 Creating Realistic Sound Fields I DSP (Digital Signal Processor) Modes DSP modes have been designed to create important acoustic surround elements. The sound heard in a hall, a theater, a pavilion, a dance club, or a live club consists of direct sound and indirect sound—early reflections and reflections from behind.

  • Page 89: Adjusting Stereo Sound

    VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SOUND SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SETUP TEST ANGLE ZOOM D.R.C DSP MODE REPEAT A-B REPEAT PROGRAM CLEAR SEARCH REMAIN SLEEP Adjusting Stereo Sound You can adjust the following settings. It is recommended that you make adjustments from your actual listening point while listening to reproduced sounds.

  • Page 90: Adjusting Dolby Digital And Dts Digital Surround

    Creating Realistic Sound Fields FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SOUND SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SETUP TEST D.R.C ANGLE ZOOM D.R.C DSP MODE REPEAT A-B REPEAT PROGRAM CLEAR SEARCH REMAIN SLEEP Adjusting Dolby Digital and...

  • Page 91: Activating Dynamic Range Compression

    Activating Dynamic Range Compression You can enjoy a powerful sound even at a low volume level by compressing the dynamic range (difference between the maximum and minimum sounds). • This function takes effect only when Dolby Digital is activated. From the remote control ONLY: Press D.R.C.

  • Page 92: Adjusting Dsp Modes

    Creating Realistic Sound Fields VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SOUND SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SETUP TEST ANGLE ZOOM D.R.C DSP MODE REPEAT A-B REPEAT PROGRAM CLEAR SEARCH REMAIN SLEEP To adjust the output level for the center speaker, the rear speakers, and the subwoofer 1) Press SOUND repeatedly to select the “CEN,”...
  • Page 93 To adjust the output balance for the front speakers and the rear speakers 1) Press SOUND repeatedly until one of the following adjustment indications appears on the display. • Each time you press the button, the adjustment indication on the display changes as follows: 00 F 00 00 R 00 Normal indication...

  • Page 94: Disc Introduction-Dvd/Vcd/Cd

    Disc Introduction—DVD/VCD/CD This system has been designed to play back the following discs: DVD, Video CD, Super Video CD (SVCD), Audio CD, CD-R, and CD-RW. • This system can also play back MP3 files recorded on CD-Rs and CD-RWs. For in-depth information about what MP3, see “MP3 Introduction”...

  • Page 95: Basic Disc Operations

    Basic Disc Operations STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER SVCD can be operated by using the VCD operation procedure. To start playback Press 3/8.

  • Page 96: Dvd Playback

    DVD Playback STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE DISPLAY TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE AUDIO/ FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SOUND SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SETUP TEST...

  • Page 97: Selecting The Subtitles

    Selecting the Subtitles While playing back a DVD containing subtitles in different languages, you can select the subtitle to be displayed on the TV screen. • You can set your favorite subtitle language as the initial language shown on the screen. (See page 49.) From the remote control ONLY: Press SUBTITLE.

  • Page 98: Checking The Remaining Time

    DVD Playback STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH 3/2/5/∞ ENTER ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING Number SOUND buttons SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW...

  • Page 99: Moving To A Particular Portion Directly

    Moving to a Particular Portion Directly You can move to another title, chapter, or particular scene in the chapter directly. From the remote control ONLY: Press SEARCH during playback or pause. • Each time you press the button, the following indication appears on the screen: TITLE –...

  • Page 100: Repeating Playback

    DVD Playback STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL STEP DISPLAY AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SOUND SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SETUP TEST ANGLE ZOOM...

  • Page 101: Programming The Playing Order Of The Chapters-Program Play

    Programming the Playing Order of the Chapters—Program Play You can arrange the chapter playback order before you start playing. You can program up to 20 steps. • Before making a program, make sure that the TV is turned on and the correct input is selected on the TV. From the remote control ONLY: Load a disc.
  • Page 102 DVD Playback STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE STEP TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH 3/2/5/∞ ENTER ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SOUND SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SLOW SETUP...

  • Page 103: Dvd Special Effect Playback

    DVD Special Effect Playback 7 Still Picture/Frame-by-Frame Playback You can advance the still picture frame by frame while playing a DVD. From the remote control ONLY: Press STEP once during playback. A still picture appears on the TV screen. P A U S E Press STEP repeatedly to advance the picture frame by frame.

  • Page 104: Vcd/Cd Playback

    VCD/CD Playback STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE DISPLAY TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER ENTER VOLUME MENU TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING Number SOUND buttons SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SETUP...

  • Page 105: Disc Menu-Driven Playback (Only For Vcd)

    Disc Menu–Driven Playback (Only for VCD) The Play Back Control function (PBC) allows you to operate the VCD using menus. When you start playing a VCD with PBC function, a menu will automatically appear on the TV screen. (“MENU” will also appear on the display.) •...

  • Page 106: Repeating Playback

    VCD/CD Playback STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL STEP DISPLAY AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SOUND SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SETUP TEST ANGLE ZOOM...

  • Page 107: Programming The Playing Order Of The Tracks-Program Play

    Programming the Playing Order of the Tracks—Program Play You can arrange the track playback order before you start playing. You can program up to 20 steps. • Before making a program, make sure that the TV is turned on and the correct input is selected on the TV. From the remote control ONLY: Load a disc.

  • Page 108: Selecting Playback Channel

    VCD/CD Playback STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL STEP AUDIO/ DISPLAY FM MODE AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH 3/2/5/∞ ENTER ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU MUTING RETURN SOUND SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW SLOW...

  • Page 109: Vcd Special Effect Playback

    VCD Special Effect Playback 7 Still Picture/Frame-by-Frame Playback You can advance the still picture frame by frame while playing a VCD. From the remote control ONLY: Press STEP once during playback. A still picture appears on the TV screen. P A U S E Press STEP repeatedly to advance the picture frame by frame.

  • Page 110: Mp3 Introduction

    MP3 Introduction This system is incorporated with an MP3 decoder. You can play back MP3 tracks (files) recorded on CD-Rs, and CD-RWs. • Notice that “files” and “tracks” are used interchangeably. What is MP3? MP3 is an abbreviation of Motion Picture Experts Group (or MPEG) Audio Layer 3.

  • Page 111: Mp3 Playback

    MP3 Playback Starting Playback It is recommended to turn on your TV when playing back an MP3 disc. Press 0 to load a disc. Press 3/8. After detecting the disc, playback starts. • The on-screen bar and the contents recorded on the MP3 disc will be shown on the TV if it is turned on.

  • Page 112: Operations Using The On-Screen Display

    MP3 Playback STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH ∞ 5 ENTER ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING Number buttons SLOW SETUP ANGLE ZOOM D.R.C REPEAT...

  • Page 113: Moving To A Particular Track Directly

    Moving to a Particular Track Directly You can move to a particular track on the disc directly. From the remote control ONLY: Press SEARCH during playback or pause. “TRACK – – – – ” appears on the TV screen. Press the number buttons to select a track number you want.

  • Page 114: Tuner Operations

    Tuner Operations STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ FM MODE AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM TUNER CONTROL PRESET TUNER PRESET DOWN DOWN TUNING – VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SOUND SETTING...

  • Page 115: Using Preset Tuning

    Using Preset Tuning Once a station is assigned to a channel number, the station can be quickly tuned. You can preset up to 15 FM and 15 AM stations. To store the preset stations From the remote control ONLY: Tune in the station you want to preset (see “Tuning in Stations”).

  • Page 116: Setting Up The Dvd Preferences

    Setting up the DVD Preferences STANDBY/ON AUDIO PROGRESSIVE TV/VIDEO TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH ∞ 5 ENTER ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING SOUND SETTING PRO LOGIC SLOW...

  • Page 117: Introducing The Dvd Preference (System)

    I Basic language selecting procedure Ex. : To select the desired language as the initial language for “AUDIO.” From the remote control ONLY: Press SETUP. Language selection menu of the Setup menu appears on the TV screen. LANGUAGES SYSTEM OSD LANGUAGE ENGLISH AUDIO ENGLISH...
  • Page 118 Setting up the DVD Preferences STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH 3/2/5/∞ ENTER ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING Number SOUND buttons SETTING PRO LOGIC...

  • Page 119: Setting The Parental (Rating) Level

    Setting the Parental (Rating) Level Using this function, you can restrict playback of DVD containing violent scenes and those not suitable for your family members. Nobody can play such a disc unless this function is canceled. (“WRONG PARENTAL CODE” appears on the display if you try to play back such a disc.) •...
  • Page 120 Setting up the DVD Preferences STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO PROGRESSIVE TV CHANNEL DISPLAY STEP AUDIO/ SUBTITLE TV VOLUME FM MODE FM/AM CONTROL TUNER PRESET DOWN VCR CHANNEL TUNING B.SEARCH F.SEARCH 5/∞ ENTER ENTER VOLUME TOP MENU MENU RETURN MUTING Number SOUND buttons SETTING PRO LOGIC...

  • Page 121: Operating Jvc's Components

    Operating JVC’s Components You can use the remote control to operate not only this unit but also other JVC products. • Refer also to the manuals supplied for the other products. — This remote control can operate a VCR whose remote control code is set to A code.

  • Page 122: Operating Other Manufacturers' Tv

    Operating Other Manufacturers’ TV You can use the remote control to operate other manufactures’ TV. • Refer also to the manuals supplied for the other products. • To operate the other products, aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the target product. STANDBY/ON AUDIO TV/VIDEO...

  • Page 123: Maintenance

    Maintenance To get the best performance of the unit, keep your discs and mechanism clean. General Notes In general, you will have the best performance by keeping your discs, and the mechanism clean. • Store discs in their cases, and keep them in cabinets or on shelves. •...

  • Page 124: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Use this chart to help you solve daily operational problems. If there is any problem you cannot solve, contact your JVC service center. PROBLEM Power does not come on. The remote control does not work. No sound. Sound is emitted from only one speaker.

  • Page 125: Specifications

    Specifications Center unit (XV-THA30 ) Amplifier section Front/Center/Rear: 25 watts per channel, min. RMS at 6 ohms as 1 kHz, with no more than 10 % total harmonic distortion. Subwoofer: 110 watts, min. RMS at 4 ohms as 100 Hz, with no more than 10 % total harmonic distortion.
  • Page 126 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED 0602KSMMDWSAM EN, FR...

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