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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 1 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM DVD DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEM TH - M42 Consists of XV - THM42 , SP - PWM45 , SP - THM45C , SP - THM45F and SP - THM45S For Customer Use : INSTRUCTIONS 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 . LVT1024 - 017A [ J ]
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 1 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Warnings , Cautions and Others 1 . CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT DANGER : 2 . Visible and invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated . Avoid direct exposure to beam . CAUTION : 3 . Do not open the top cover . There are no user serviceable parts inside the Unit ; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel . 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 — � button ! ( XV - THM42 ) Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely ( the STANDBY lamp goes off ) . � The button in any position does not disconnect the mains line . • When the system is on standby , the STANDBY lamp lights red . • When the system is turned on , the STANDBY lamp goes off . The power can be remote controlled . G - 1
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 2 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Warnings , Cautions and Others 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 “ DIGITAL APPARATUS , � ICES - 003 OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS . CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE RESPECTE LES LIMITES DE BRUITS RADIOELECTRIQUES APPLICABLES AUX APPAREILS NUMIRIQUES DE CLASSE B PRESCRITES DANS LA NORME SUR LE MATERIEL BROUILLEUR : “ APPAREILS NUMERIQUES � , NMB - 003 EDICTEE PAR LE MINISTRE DES COMMUNICATIONS . Note to CATV system installer : This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Section 820 - 40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and , in particular , specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building , as close to the point of cable entry as practical . CAUTION ! To avoid personal injury or accidentally dropping the unit , have two persons unpack , carry , TH - M42 : 25.2 kg / 56 lbs and install the unit . G - 2
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 1 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Table of contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Creating realistic sound fields . . . . . . 27 Notes on handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Using the surround mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Supplied accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Adjusting the sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 About discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Advanced operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Playable disc types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Using the on - screen bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Disc structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Playing from a specified position on a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Playback Control function ( PBC ) — VCD and SVCD only . . . . . . 4 Using the MP3 control display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Using the JPEG control display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Names of parts and controls . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Selecting a view angle of DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Selecting the subtitle / audio languages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Special picture playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Program Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Using the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Random Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Repeat Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Basic operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Turning the system on / off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Setting DVD preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Selecting the source to play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Using the choice menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Adjusting the volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Menu description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Turning off the sound temporarily . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Parental Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Adjusting the brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Using the Sleep Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 System setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Adjusting the output level of the subwoofer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Adjusting the bass / treble sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 AV COMPU LINK remote control Changing the decode mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Changing the scan mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Basic playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Trouble shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Playback features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Tuner operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Manual tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Preset tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Selecting the FM reception mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Reducing the noise of AM broadcast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 2 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Introduction � Safety precautions Notes on handling Avoid moisture , water and dust Do not place the system in moist or dusty places . � Important cautions Avoid high temperatures Installation of the system Do not expose the system to direct sunlight and do not place it near • Select a place which is level , dry and neither too hot nor too cold ; a heating device . between 5 ° C and 35 ° C ( 41 ° F and 95 ° F ) . When you are away • Leave sufficient distance between the system and the TV . When away on travel or for other reasons for an extended period of • Do not use the system in a place subject to vibration . time , disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet . Power cord Do not block the vents • Do not handle the power cord with wet hands ! Blocking the vents may damage the system . • A small amount of power ( 1.0 watt ) is always consumed while the power cord is connected to the wall outlet ( center unit only ) . Care of the cabinet • When unplugging the power cord from the wall outlet , always When cleaning the system , use a soft cloth and follow the relevant pull on the plug , not the power cord . instructions on the use of chemically - coated cloths . Do not use To prevent malfunctions of the system benzene , thinner or other organic solvents including disinfectants . These may cause deformation or discoloring . • There are no user - serviceable parts inside . If anything goes wrong , unplug the power cord and consult your dealer . If water gets inside the system • Do not insert any metallic object into the system . Turn the system off and disconnect the power cord plug from the • Do not use any non - standard shape disc ( like a heart , flower or wall outlet , then call the store where you made your purchase . credit card , etc . ) available on the market , because it may damage Using the system in this condition may cause fire or electrical the system . shock . • Do not use a disc with tape , stickers , or paste on it , because it may damage the system . Label sticker Supplied accessories Check to be sure you have all of the supplied accessories . The number in parentheses is the quantity of the pieces supplied . Sticker If anything is missing , contact your dealer immediately . Paste • Remote control ( 1 ) • Batteries ( 2 ) • FMantenna ( 1 ) Note about copyright laws • AM loop antenna ( 1 ) Check the copyright laws in your country before recording from DVDs , Super Video CDs ( SVCDs ) , Video CDs ( VCDs ) and Audio • Power cord ( 1 ) CDs . Recording of copyrighted material may infringe copyright • System cord ( 1 ) laws . • Composite video cord ( 1 ) Note about copyguard system • Speaker cords DVDs are protected by copyguard system . When you connect the 5 m ( 16 ft ) : For satellite ( front left / right ) and center speakers ( 3 ) system to your VCR directly , the copyguard system activates and 10 m ( 32 ft ) : For satellite speakers ( surround left / right ) ( 2 ) the picture may not be played back correctly . ( Length of speaker cords is approximate . ) This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S . patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners . Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation , and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation . Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited . 2
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 3 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM About discs Especially , the configuration and characteristics of an MP3 disc or a JPEG disc are determined by the writing ( encoding ) software Playable disc types and hardware used for recording . Therefore , due to the software and hardware used , the following symptoms may occur : This system has been designed to play back the following discs : • Some discs may not be played back . DVD Video ( DVD ) , Video CD ( VCD ) , Super Video CD ( SVCD ) , • Some tracks on an MP3 disc may be skipped or may not be Audio CD , CD - R and CD - RW . played back normally . • This system can also play back MP3 and JPEG files recorded on • Some files on a JPEG disc may be played back distortedly . A CD - Rs and CD - RWs . ( pg . 21 ) • Before playing back CD - Rs or CD - RWs , read their instructions • This system can also play back finalized DVD - Rs recorded in or cautions carefully . DVD VIDEO format . However , some discs may not be played • CD - RWs may require a longer readout time . This is caused by back because of their disc characteristics or recording conditions . the fact that the reflectance of CD - RWs is lower than that of Discs you can play : regular CDs . Region Disc Video About MP3 discs Mark ( Logo ) Code Type Format MP3 is an abbreviation for Motion Picture Experts Group 1 ( or Number * MPEG - 1 ) Audio Layer 3 . MP3 is simply a compressed data file format . By using MP3 format , one CD - R or CD - RW can contain 10 DVD NTSC 1 / ALL times as much data as one regular CD . About JPEG discs A still - picture data compression system proposed by the Joint VCD NTSC — Photographic Expert Group , which features small decrease in image quality in spite of its high compression ratio . SVCD NTSC — Notes on MP3 / JPEG discs • MP3 / JPEG discs ( either CD - R or CD - RW ) require a longer readout time . ( It differs due to the complexity of the directory / file configuration . ) Audio CD — — • When making an MP3 / JPEG disc , select ISO 9660 Level 1 or Level 2 for the disc format . • This system supports “ multi - session � discs ( up to 5 sessions ) . CD - R — — • This system cannot play “ packet write � discs . • The system can only play MP3 / JPEG files with the following file extensions ; CD - RW — — MP3 : “ . MP3 � , “ . Mp3 � , “ . mP3 � and “ . mp3 � JPEG : “ . jpg � , “ . jpeg � , “ . JPG � , “ . JPEG � and any uppercase and lowercase combination ( such as “ . Jpg � ) Note on Region Code * • If both MP3 files and JPEG files are recorded on a disc , set the DVD players and DVDs have their own Region Code numbers . This MP3 / JPEG setting in the PICTURE menu to the appropriate system can only play back DVDs recorded with the color system of ( A setting for the data to be read ( “ MP3 � or “ JPEG � ) . pg . 47 ) NTSC whose Region Code number includes “ 1 � . • Some MP3 / JPEG discs may not be played back because of their Examples : disc characteristics or recording conditions . Notes on MP3 discs only • ID3 * tags cannot be shown on the display . If a DVD with an improper Region Code number is loaded , * An MP3 file can contain file information called an “ ID3 Tag � “ REGION CODE ERROR ! � appears on the TV screen and playback where its album name , performer , track title , etc . are recorded . cannot start . There are two versions , ID3v1 ( ID3 Tag version 1 ) and ID3v2 • The following discs cannot be played back : ( ID3 Tag version 2 ) . • We recommend to record each piece of material ( song ) at a DVD Audio , DVD - ROM , DVD - RAM , DVD - RW , CD - ROM , sample rate of 44.1 kHz and at a data transfer rate of 128 kbps . CD - I ( CD - I Ready ) , Photo CD , etc . • Some tracks on an MP3 disc may be skipped or may not be Playing back these discs will generate noise and damage the played back normally . speakers . • On some DVDs , Video CDs or SVCDs , their actual Notes on JPEG discs only operation may be different from what is explained in this • We recommend to record a file at 640 x 480 resolution . ( If a file manual . This is due to the disc programming and disc has been recorded at a resolution of more than 640 x 480 , it will structure , not a malfunction of this system . take a longer time to be displayed . ) Notes on CD - R and CD - RW • This system can only play baseline JPEG files * . Progressive • User - edited CD - Rs ( Recordable ) and CD - RWs ( Rewritable ) can JPEG files * or lossless JPEG files * cannot be played . be played back only if they are already “ finalized � . * Baseline JPEG format : Used for digital cameras , web , etc . • This system can play back CD - Rs or CD - RWs recorded on a Progressive JPEG format:Used for web . personal computer if they have been recorded in the audio CD Lossless JPEG format : An old type and rarely used now . format . • Some files on a JPEG disc may be played back distortedly . This system can also play back CD - Rs or CD - RWs if MP3 files or JPEG files are recorded on them . However , some discs may not be played back because of their disc characteristics , recording conditions , or damage or stain on them . 3
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 4 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM About discs IMPORTANT Playback Control function Before playing a disc , make sure of the following ; • Check the connection with the TV . ( PBC ) — VCD and SVCD • Turn on your TV and select the correct input mode on the TV to view only the pictures or on - screen information on the TV screen . • For DVD playback , you can change the initial setting to your The Playback Control function allows you to enjoy menu - driven A preference . ( pg . 44 – 51 ) operation and high - resolution still images which have a resolution four times greater than moving pictures . � If appears on the TV screen when pressing a button ; The disc cannot accept the operation you have tried to do , or the High - resolution still image display information required for that operation is not recorded on the You can display high - quality images which are four times clearer disc . than moving pictures . � , NOTICE : In some cases , without showing operations will not Menu - driven playback be accepted . A selection menu is displayed when you start playing a Video CD or SVCD with the Playback Control feature . The selection menu shows a list of numbers for selection . Some discs may show moving pictures or a divided screen . Disc structure You can interact with the screen using a menu display to select and play an entry . DVD See example illustration below about basic features of menu - driven A DVD consists of “ titles � and each title may be divided into “ chapters � . playback ( for details about the operation through the menu , also see For example , if a DVD contains movies , each movie may have its page 33 ) . own title number and may be further divided into chapters . Menu screen Title 1 Title 2 Submenu Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Press RETURN . Video CD / SVCD / Audio CD A Video CD , SVCD , Audio CD consists of “ tracks � . In general , each track has its own track number . ( On some discs , Press each track may also be further divided by indexes . ) RETURN . Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5 MP3 discs Press RETURN . On an MP3 disc , each song is recorded as a track ( file ) . Tracks are A : Moving picture B : Still picture usually grouped into a group ( folder ) . Groups can also include other groups , creating hierarchical group layers . This system can NOTE recognize up to 150 tracks per group and up to 99 groups per disc . • When operating a Video CD or SVCD using the menu , some • If there is any type of file other than MP3 files in a group functions such as Repeat Playback may not work . ( folder ) , those files are also counted in the total number of 150 . Group 1 Group 2 Track 1 Track 2 Group 3 Group 4 Group 5 JPEG discs On a JPEG disc , each still picture is recorded as a file . Files are usually grouped into a group ( folder ) . Groups can also include other groups , creating hierarchical folder layers . This system can recognize up to 150 files per group and up to 99 groups per disc . • If there is any type of file other than JPEG files in a group ( folder ) , those files are also counted in the total number of 150 . Group 1 Group 2 File 1 File 2 Group 3 Group 4 Group 5 4
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 5 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Names of parts and controls Front panel ( center unit ) A A A I Standby lamp ( STANDBY ) pg . 17 Volume control ( VOLUME ) pg . 18 A A B J Standby - on button ( STANDBY / ON ) pg . 17 � Disc trays pg . 21 A A C K Stop button ( ) pg . 21 � Illumination lamp pg . 18 A A D L Play button ( ) pg . 21 � Remote sensor pg . 14 A A E M Pause button ( ) pg . 21 � Display window pg . 6 , 22 A A F N Reverse skip button ( ) pg . 24 � Open / close buttons ( ) pg . 21 � A A G O Forward skip button ( ) pg . 24 � Disc buttons ( DISC 1 - 5 ) pg . 21 A H Source button ( SOURCE ) pg . 18 Rear panel ( center unit ) A A A F System cord connector pg . 10 Video input jacks ( VCR IN ) pg . 12 A B Audio input jacks ( AUDIO IN ( VCR ) ) pg . 12 VIDEO , S - VIDEO A A C G Digital input jack ( DIGITAL IN ) pg . 12 Video output jacks ( VIDEO OUT ) pg . 8 A D , P R ) Antenna terminals ( ANTENNA ) pg . 9 COMPONENT ( Y , PB A A H E AV COMPU LINK - III jacks pg . 53 Video output jacks ( VIDEO OUT ) pg . 8 A I AC IN socket pg . 13 VIDEO , S - VIDEO � 5
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 6 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Names of parts and controls Display window ( center unit ) A A A I Dolby Pro Logic II indicator ( PLII ) pg . 27 Disc indicators pg . 23 � • A A B Linear PCM indicator ( LPCM ) pg . 28 MP3 indicator pg . 22 • A A C Digital signal format indicators pg . 28 Channel indicator ( CH ) pg . 26 • A D Dolby Digital ( DIGITAL ) , DTS ( ) � � Main display pg . 22 A A J E Surround indicator ( SURROUND ) pg . 29 Stereo indicator ( ST ) pg . 25 A A K F DSP indicator pg . 27 – 29 Tuning indicator ( TUNED ) pg . 25 A A L G Progressive mode indicator ( PROGRESSIVE ) pg . 20 Auto muting indicator ( AUTO MUTING ) pg . 26 A M H Source signal indicators ( � ) � � � � � � Resume indicator ( RESUME ) pg . 22 • A A N pg . 28 Repeat mode indicators pg . 42 A Subwoofer indicator ( ) pg . 28 • A Sound reproducing speaker indicator ( ) pg . 28 • Powered subwoofer Rear Front A A System cord connector pg . 10 A B Front speaker terminals ( FRONT SPEAKERS ) pg . 11 A C Center speaker terminals ( CENTER SPEAKER ) pg . 11 A D Surround speaker terminals ( SURROUND SPEAKERS ) pg . 11 A E Power cord pg . 13 A F Power lamp ( POWER ON ) pg . 17 6
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 7 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Names of parts and controls A A Remote control mode selector pg . 15 – 52 Remote control AUDIO , TV , VCR / DBS A B Muting button ( MUTING ) pg . 18 A C Disc buttons ( DISC 1 - 5 ) pg . 21 A D TV volume buttons ( TV VOL + / – ) pg . 15 E Operating buttons A Play button ( ) pg . 22 � • A Forward / reverse skip buttons ( / ) pg . 24 � � • A Fast - forward / reverse playback buttons ( / ) pg . 24 � � • A Stop button ( ) pg . 21 � • A Pause button ( ) pg . 21 � • A Tuning buttons ( TUNING , TUNING ) pg . 25 � � • A Memory button ( MEMORY ) pg . 26 • A FM reception / Beat Cut mode button ( FM MODE ) pg . 26 • A F Top menu button ( TOP MENU ) pg . 32 A G Cursor buttons ( / / / ) pg . 32 � � � � • A Enter button ( ENTER ) pg . 15 • A H One Touch Replay button ( ) pg . 23 • A Record button ( REC ) pg . 16 • A I Audio button ( AUDIO ) pg . 37 , 38 A J Subtitle button ( SUBTITLE ) pg . 37 A K VFP setting button pg . 40 • A Progressive mode button ( PROGRESSIVE ) pg . 20 • A L Choice menu button ( CHOICE ) pg . 44 A M Setting button ( SETTING ) pg . 52 A N Title / group button ( TITLE / GROUP ) pg . 33 A O Repeat button ( REPEAT ) pg . 42 A P A - B repeat button ( A - B REPEAT ) pg . 43 A Q Sleep button ( SLEEP ) pg . 19 A R Dimmer button ( DIMMER ) pg . 18 S Surround buttons ( SURROUND ) A Mode ( MODE ) , On / Off ( ON / OFF ) pg . 29 A T Effect button ( EFFECT ) pg . 30 A U Test tone button ( TEST ) pg . 30 A V Subwoofer adjustment buttons ( S.WFR + / – ) pg . 19 A W Center speaker adjustment buttons ( CENTER + / – ) pg . 30 A X Standby - on button ( AUDIO ) pg . 17 � A Y Standby - on button ( VCR / DBS ) pg . 15 � A Z Standby - on button ( TV ) pg . 15 � A a Source selecting buttons pg . 18 DVD , FM / AM , DBS , VCR A b TV / Video mode button ( TV / VIDEO ) pg . 15 A c Channel buttons ( CHANNEL + / – ) pg . 15 A d Volume buttons ( AUDIO VOL + / – ) pg . 18 A e Menu button ( MENU ) pg . 32 A f On - screen button ( ON SCREEN ) pg . 31 A g Number buttons pg . 15 , 24 , 33 • A TV returning button ( TV RETURN ) pg . 15 • A h Return button ( RETURN ) pg . 4 , 33 A i Angle button ( ANGLE ) pg . 36 A j Decode mode button ( DECODE ) pg . 20 A k Zoom button ( ZOOM ) pg . 39 A l Cancel button ( CANCEL ) pg . 41 A m Display window button ( FL DISPLAY ) pg . 22 A n Treble adjustment buttons ( TREBLE + / – ) pg . 19 NOTE A o Bass adjustment buttons ( BASS + / – ) pg . 19 I • To use buttons – A p Surround speaker adjustment buttons ( SURR ) pg . 30 W g p and – , slide Left ( L + / – ) , Right ( R + / – ) down the remote control cover . 7
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 8 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Getting started Connections • Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections have been made . • Since different components often have different terminal names , carefully read the instructions supplied with the components you are going to connect . Connecting a TV To view pictures and on - screen displays , connect the TV to the center unit . • You can get better picture quality in the order — Component video > S - video > Composite video . • Distortion of picture may occur when connecting to the TV via a VCR , or to a TV with a built - in VCR . A • You need to set “ MONITOR TYPE � in the PICTURE menu correctly according to the aspect ratio of your TV . ( pg . 47 ) � To connect a TV through the component video input jacks If your TV has component video input jacks , connect them using a component video cord ( not supplied ) to view a high quality picture . B B R PR • Connect “ Y � to “ Y � , “ P � to “ P � , “ P � to “ � correctly . A • If your TV supports progressive video input , you can enjoy a high quality picture by setting the progressive scan mode to active . ( pg . 20 ) Center unit Green Red To component video input TV Blue Component video cord ( not supplied ) NOTE • If the component video input jacks of your TV are of the BNC type , use a plug adapter ( not supplied ) to convert the pin plugs to BNC plugs . A • The component video signals can be output only when you select “ DVD � as the source to play . ( pg . 18 ) � To connect a TV through the composite or S - video jacks Connect the TV using the composite video cord ( supplied ) or an S - video cord ( not supplied ) . If your TV has an S - video ( Y / C - separation ) jack , you can get better picture quality than by using composite video connection . � • Connect the S - video cord by matching the mark on the plug to the one on the rear of the center unit . Center unit Composite video cord To composite ( supplied ) video input TV or To S - video input S - video cord ( not supplied ) 8
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 9 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Getting started If reception is poor Connecting the FM and AM antennas Connect an outdoor single vinyl - covered wire antenna ( not Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any other terminals , supplied ) to the AM EXT terminal . ( Keep the AM loop antenna connecting cords and power cords . This could cause poor reception . connected . ) • Twist together both wires . � AM loop antenna Setting up supplied AM loop antenna AM loop antenna Attach the AM loop to its base by snapping the tabs on the loop into the slot on the base . Outdoor single vinyl - covered wire antenna ( not supplied ) � FM antenna Connecting supplied FM antenna Center unit 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 Extend the supplied FM antenna horizontally . If reception is poor Press and hold down the terminal C Connect an outdoor FM antenna with standard type ( 75 coaxial ) clamp . connector . Outdoor FM antenna ( not supplied ) Insert the antenna cord . Outdoor FM antenna cordd ) ( not supplie Release finger from the clamp . NOTE C • Disconnect the supplied FM antenna before attaching a 75 coaxial connector ( the kind with a round wire going to an outdoor antenna ) . • We recommend that you use coaxial cable for the FM antenna as it is well - shielded against interference . • Turn the loop antenna until you have the best reception . 9
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TH - M42 [ J ] - 04Start.fm Page 10 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 6 : 03 PM Getting started Connecting the powered subwoofer Connect the supplied powered subwoofer ( SP - PWM45 ) using the system cord ( supplied ) . • Connect the system cord by matching the � marks on the plugs to the ones on the center unit and powered subwoofer . System cord ( supplied ) mark on Ensure that the � the plug faces down . Center unit Powered subwoofer Connecting the satellite speakers � Speaker layout When positioning the speakers , to obtain the best possible sound Front left Front right from this system you need to place all satellite speakers at the same distance from the listening position with the front of each speaker facing toward the listener . When you cannot place them at the same distance from the listening position , you can make adjustment so that speakers operate as if they are placed at the best position . ( A pg . 48 ) A • Normally place the powered subwoofer in front of you . ( Since bass sound is non - directional , you do not need to place it at the Center same distance as the other speakers . ) Powereder speaker subwoof NOTE • Although the satellite speakers and the powered subwoofer are magnetically shielded , the TV screen may appear mottled . In this case , keep the distance between them to the TV to over 10 cm ( 4 inches ) . Surround left Surround right • For safety reasons , always ensure that there is sufficient space behind the powered subwoofer . • When you position the satellite speakers in a relatively high place , such as the top of your bookshelf , place them on a flat and level surface . • Speaker grilles are not removable . Trying to remove them by force may damage them . 1 0
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 11 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Getting started � Connecting the satellite ( front , center , surround ) speakers Be sure to identify each speaker ( SP - THM45C / SP - THM45F / SP - THM45S ) and connect them to the corresponding terminals of the powered subwoofer . CAUTION • When you connect ( larger ) speakers other than the supplied ones , only use speakers with the same speaker impedance ( SPEAKER IMPEDANCE ) as indicated by the speaker terminals on the rear of the powered subwoofer . • DO NOT connect more than one speaker to one speaker terminal . Front speakers ( SP - THM45F ) Before connecting the speaker cords ; Twist and pull the insulation coat off and Release the Press and hold Insert the bare end of the remove . clamp . the clamp . speaker cord into the terminal . � • Connect the white cords to the red ( ) terminals and black cords � to the black ( ) terminals . Center speaker ( SP - THM45C ) Powered subwoofer White Black Red Surround speakers Black ( SP - THM45S ) CAUTION When installing the satellite speakers on the wall ; • Be sure to have them installed on the wall by a qualified personnel . DO NOT install the satellite speakers on the wall by yourself to avoid unexpected damage from their falling off the wall due to incorrect installation or weakness in wall structure . • Care must be taken in selecting a location for speaker installation on a wall . Injury to personnel or damage to equipment may result if the speakers installed interfere with daily activities . 1 1
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 12 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Getting started Connecting to an analog component You can enjoy the sound of an analog component such as a VCR , TV , or Cassette recorder with this system . Use RCA pin plug cords ( not supplied ) for connection . Center unit A To composite video output Red B To S - video output White C To audio output S - video cord RCA pin plug cord ( not supplied ) ( not supplied ) or Composite video cord C ( not supplied ) A B C C VCR TV Cassette recorder NOTE • The signals input to the VIDEO jack of the VCR IN jacks will be output only from the VIDEO jack of the VIDEO OUT jacks , not from the S - VIDEO jack of the VIDEO OUT jacks . Connecting to a digital component You can enjoy the sound of a digital component such as a DBS ( Direct Broadcast Satellite ) tuner or MD recorder with this system . Use digital optical cord ( not supplied ) for connection . Before connecting a digital optical cord , unplug the protective plug . Center unit Digital optical cord ( not supplied ) To digital optical output DBS tuner MD recorder NOTE A • Only digital audio signals can be input when selecting “ DBS � as the source to play . ( pg . 18 ) When connecting a video component such as a DBS tuner , operate this system to listen to the sound . 1 2
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 13 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Getting started Connecting the power cord Make sure that all connections have been completed , before plugging in the power cords of the center unit and powered subwoofer . 1 � Firmly insert the supplied power cord into the AC IN socket on the rear of the center unit . 2 Plug both power cords into AC outlets . Powered subwoofer Center unit Plug into AC outlets . Power cord ( supplied ) Power cord CAUTION • Disconnect the power cord before cleaning or moving the system . • Do not touch the power cord with wet hands . • Do not pull on the power cord to unplug the cord . When unplugging the cord , always grasp and pull the plug so as not to damage the cord . NOTE • Keep power cords away from other connected cords . The power cords may cause noise or screen interference . • Preset settings , such as preset stations and surround mode adjustment , may be erased in a few days in the following cases ; • If you unplug the power cord of the center unit . • If a power failure occurs . • The speakers will not produce any sound if the power cord of the powered subwoofer is removed from the AC outlet while the center unit is turned on . AUDIO STANDBY / ON In this case , press on the remote control or on the center unit to turn the power off , plug in the powered subwoofer , � � AUDIO STANDBY / ON then press or again . � � 1 3
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 14 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Getting started Operating the system from the remote Using the remote control control The remote control makes it easy to use many of the system Aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the center functions from a distance of up to 7 m ( 23 ft ) away . unit . • You can also use the remote control supplied for this system to • To control other components , aim the remote control directly at A ( A operate other manufacturers ’ TVs ( pg . 15 ) , VCRs pg . 16 ) the remote sensor on each component . Refer also to their A and DBS tuners / CATV converters ( pg . 15 ) . instruction manuals . • To operate the remote control properly , do not hide the remote sensor by placing any obstructions in front of it . Putting batteries in the remote control Before using the remote control , first put in the 2 supplied batteries . 1 Remove the battery cover on the back of the remote control . Remote sensor 2 Insert the batteries . • Make sure to match polarity : ( + ) to ( + ) and ( – ) to ( – ) . 3 Replace the cover . If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases , replace the batteries . Use two R6P ( SUM - 3 ) / AA ( 15F ) type dry - cell batteries . CAUTION • Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking batteries ; • Use the correct type of batteries . Batteries that look similar may differ in voltage . • Always replace both batteries at the same time . • Do not expose batteries to heat or flame . 1 4
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 15 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Getting started 4 Press number buttons ( 1 - 9 , 0 ) to enter the manufacturer’s code ( 2 digits ) . aExamples:chi 1 0 . For a Hit TV : Press , then Remote control 0 8 . For a Toshiba TV:Press , then mode selector Manufacturer Code Manufacturer Code JVC 01 Samsung 12 Hitachi 10 Sanyo 13 Magnavox 02 Sharp 06 ( play button ) Mitsubishi 03 Sony 07 Panasonic 04 , 11 Toshiba 08 RCA 05 Zenith 09 � 5 Release TV . 6 Try operating your TV by pressing � TV . When your TV turns on or off , you have entered the correct code . If there is more than one code listed for corresponding brand , try each one until you enter the correct one . Number buttons NOTE • Manufacturers ’ codes are subject to change without notice . If they are changed , this remote control cannot operate the equipment . • Set the codes again after replacing the batteries of the remote control . � Operation IMPORTANT Before using the remote control to operate a TV ; TV . • Set the remote control mode selector to The following buttons are available : TV : � Turns TV on and off . TV VOL + / – : Adjusts the volume . TV / VIDEO : Selects the input mode ( either TV or VIDEO ) . CHANNEL + / – : Changes the channels . 1 - 10 0 + 10 ( 100 + ) : , , Selects the channel . TV RETURN : Alternates between the previously selected For TV operations channel and the current channel . You can operate your TV using the remote control supplied with this system . • Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV . For DBS tuner or CATV converter operations � To set the manufacturer’s code You can operate a JVC TV without setting the remote control You can operate your DBS tuner or CATV converter using the signal . remote control supplied with this system . • Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your DBS 1 Slide the remote control mode selector tuner or CATV converter . to TV . � To set the manufacturer’s code � 2 Press and hold TV . 1 Keep the button pressed until step 4 is finished . Slide the remote control mode selector to VCR / DBS . 3 Press ENTER . 2 Press and hold DBS . Keep the button pressed until step 4 is finished . 3 Press ENTER . 1 5
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 16 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Getting started 4 4 Press number buttons ( 1 - 9 , 0 ) to enter Press number buttons ( 1 - 9 , 0 ) to enter the manufacturer’s code ( 2 digits ) . the manufacturer’s code ( 2 digits ) . Examples : lExamples:ips 0 1 0 9 . For a GI Jerrold product:Press , then . For a Phi VCR : Press , then 2 0 2 5 . For a Sony product : Press , then . For an NEC VCR : Press , then Manufacturer Code Manufacturer Code Manufacturer Code Echostar 21 JVC 01 , 02 , 03 Philips 09 GI Jerrold 01 , 02 , 03 , 04 , 05 , 06 , 07 , 08 Emerson 11 , 26 RCA 05 , 06 Hamin / Regal 15 , 16 , 17 , 18 Fisher 29 Samsung 24 Pioneer 13 , 14 Funai 10 , 14 , 15 , 16 Sanyo 21 , 22 , 23 RCA 19 Gold Star 12 Sharp 27 , 28 Scientific Atlanta 09 , 10 Hitachi 04 Shintom 30 Sony 20 Mitsubishi 13 Sony 18 , 19 , 20 Zenith 11 , 12 NEC 25 Zenith 08 Panasonic 07 , 17 5 Release DBS . 5 Release VCR . 6 Try operating your DBS tuner or CATV � 6 Try operating your VCR by pressing converter by pressing VCR / DBS . When your DBS tuner or CATV converter turns on or off , you � VCR / DBS . have entered the correct code . When your VCR turns on or off , you have entered the correct If there is more than one code listed for your brand , try each code . one until you enter the correct one . If there is more than one cord listed for your brand , try each one until you enter the correct one . NOTE • Manufacturers ’ codes are subject to change without notice . If they are NOTE changed , this remote control cannot operate the equipment . • Manufacturers ’ codes are subject to change without notice . If they are • Set the codes again after replacing the batteries of the remote control . changed , this remote control cannot operate the equipment . • Set the codes again after replacing the batteries of the remote control . � Operation � Operation IMPORTANT Before using the remote control to operate a IMPORTANT DBS tuner or CATV converter ; Before using the remote control to operate a 1 Set the remote control mode selector to VCR ; VCR / DBS . 1 Set the remote control mode selector to DBS . 2 Press VCR / DBS . VCR . 2 Press The following buttons are available : VCR / DBS : � Turns DBS tuner or CATV converter on and The following buttons are available : off . VCR / DBS : � Turns VCR on and off . CHANNEL + / – : Changes the channels . � ( play button ) : Starts playback . 1 - 10 0 + 10 ( 100 + ) : , , Selects the channel . � : Stops operation . � : Pauses playback . � : Fast forwards video tape . For VCR operations � : Rewinds video tape . REC : � Press this button together with ( play button ) to You can operate your VCR using the remote control supplied with � start recording or together with to pause this system . recording . • Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your VCR . CHANNEL + / – : Changes the TV channels on the VCR . � To set the manufacturer’s code NOTE When operating a VCR or DBS tuner / CATV converter ; 1 Slide the remote control mode selector • The source setting of VCR or DBS remains after you have changed to VCR / DBS . AUDIO TV . the remote control mode selector to or When operating VCR or DBS tuner / CATV converter again , it is not necessary to press 2 Press and hold VCR . VCR DBS or after setting the remote control mode selector . Keep the button pressed until step 4 is finished . 3 Press ENTER . 1 6
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 17 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Basic operations This section mainly explains operations commonly used when you enjoy this system . Turning the system on / off • Turn on your TV and select the correct input mode on the TV . � To turn the power on IMPORTANT On the remote control : Before using the remote control for the following operation , � Press AUDIO . • Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO . On the center unit : Remote control � Press STANDBY / ON . mode selector The STANDBY lamp goes off . ( A When DVD is selected as the source pg . 18 ) , the opening screen * appears on the TV screen . Opening screen * The following messages may Sourceting appear in the message area selec depending on the status of this buttons system . • “ OPEN � / “ CLOSE � : Appears when opening or closing the selected disc tray . Message area • “ NOW READING � : Appears when the system is reading the disc information . • “ REGION CODE ERROR ! � : Appears when the Region Code of the DVD does not match the code the center unit supports . The DVD cannot be played back . • “ NO DISC � : Appears when no disc is loaded to the selected disc tray . � To turn the power off On the remote control : � Press AUDIO again . On the center unit : � Press STANDBY / ON again . The STANDBY lamp lights . NOTE • The power supply to the subwoofer is linked to the center unit . The POWER ON lamp on the subwoofer lights green when the power is turned on . • A small amount of the power is consumed even when the power is turned off ( center unit only ) . This is called standby mode and the STANDBY lamp lights in this mode . Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet to turn the power off completely . • You can also turn on the system by pressing the following buttons ; • One of buttons on the center unit � • One of the source selecting buttons on the remote control DISC ( 1 - 5 ) • One of the buttons or on the center unit . � You can use the same buttons on the remote control except after FM / AM . pressing Illumination lamp 1 7
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 18 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Basic operations Selecting the source to Turning off the sound play temporarily On the remote control : On the remote control : Press one of the source selecting buttons Press MUTING . “ MUTING � appears on the display window and the sound turns off . ( DVD , FM / AM , VCR or DBS ) . DVD : A To play back a disc ( DVD , Video CD etc . ) . ( pg . 21 , 23 ) FM / AM : A To tune in an FM or AM station . ( pg . 25 ) Each time you press the button , the band alternates between FM and AM . To restore the sound VCR : To select the source from a component connected to the MUTING Press again . ( A VCR IN jacks and AUDIO IN ( VCR ) jacks . pg . 12 ) AUDIO VOL + / – VOLUME • Pressing ( or turning on the center DBS : To select the source from a component connected to the unit ) also restores the sound . A DIGITAL IN ( DBS ) jack . ( pg . 12 ) On the center unit : Adjusting the brightness Press SOURCE repeatedly until the source name you want appears on the display You can dim the indications on the display window , the illumination lamp level on the center unit . window . Each time you press the button , the source changes as follows ; On the remote control : DVD AM FM VCR DBS ( back to the � � � � � � Press DIMMER . beginning ) Each time you press the button , the brightness level changes as The selected source name appears on the display window . follows ; Example:When “ VCR � is selected . OFF DIMMER1 DIMMER2 ( back to the � � � � beginning ) • OFF : Returns to the normal level . • DIMMER1 : Dims the display window , the illumination lamp . NOTE • DIMMER2 : Dims the display window more than DIMMER1 and • When a source except DVD is selected , this system does not output turns off the illumination lamp . video signals . Adjusting the volume CAUTION • Always set the volume to minimum level before starting any source . If the volume is set at its high level , the sudden blast of sound could permanently damage your hearing and / or blow out the speakers . You can adjust the volume level within the range from “ 0 � ( minimum ) to “ 70 � ( maximum ) . On the remote control : Press AUDIO VOL + or – . + • Press to increase volume . – • Press to decrease volume . On the center unit : Turn VOLUME . VOLUME • Turn clockwise to increase volume . VOLUME • Turn counterclockwise to decrease volume . The volume level appears on the display window . 1 8
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 19 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Basic operations To change the remaining time until the shut - off time IMPORTANT SLEEP Press repeatedly . Before using the remote control for the • Each time you press the button , the shut - off time changes . following operation , AUDIO . • Set the remote control mode selector to To cancel the Sleep Timer SLEEP Press repeatedly until “ 0min � appears on the display window . • Turning off the power also cancels the Sleep Timer . Remote control mode selector NOTE • When DVD is selected as the source to play , the system can also turn off automatically if playback is not restarted within the length of time ( A you have specified ( Auto Standby function ) . pg . 49 ) • When both the Sleep Timer and Auto Standby function are activated , if the shut - off time set by the Auto Standby function comes earlier than the one set by the Sleep Timer , the Auto Standby function controls shut - off time . Adjusting the output level of the subwoofer You can adjust the output level within the range from – 10 to 10 . On the remote control : Press S.WFR + / – . NOTE • You can also make adjustments using the choice menu shown on the A TV screen . ( pg . 48 ) • The adjustments on a source take effect for the other sources . Adjusting the bass / treble sound You can adjust each enhancement level from the front speakers within the range from – 10 to 10 . On the remote control : Press BASS + / – for bass sound . Press TREBLE + / – for treble sound . NOTE • You can also make adjustments using the choice menu shown on the A TV screen . ( pg . 47 ) • The adjustments on a source take effect for the other sources . Using the Sleep Timer • You can adjust bass / treble enhancement level only for front left / right channel . However , the supplied speakers cannot add the effective Using the Sleep Timer , you can fall asleep while listening to music change to the bass sound because of their cutoff frequency even if the and know the system will turn off by itself rather than play all night . ( A bass sound adjustment is made . pg . 48 ) To change the bass enhancement level more efficiently , adjust the On the remote control : ( A output level of the subwoofer . “ Adjusting the output level of the Press SLEEP . subwoofer � ) Each time you press the button , the shut - off time changes as ( When you change the front speakers to the larger ones and select follows ; A “ LARGE � for the front speakers in the SIZE sub - menu ( pg . 48 ) , the effective adjustment of bass sound is also possible by pressing 0min ( cancelled ) 10min ( minutes ) 20min 30min � � � � BASS + / – . ) 60min 90min 120min 150min ( back to the � � � � � beginning ) To check the remaining time until the shut - off time SLEEP Press once . • The remaining time until the shut - off time appears on the display window for a while . 1 9
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 20 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Basic operations Changing the decode Changing the scan mode mode This system supports the progressive scan system ( 480p * ) as well as the conventional interlaced scan system ( 480i * ) . When you play a disc ( or software ) encoded with Dolby Digital or If your TV equipped with component jacks supports the DTS Digital Surround , the following symptoms may occur ; progressive video input , you can enjoy a high quality picture by • Sound does not come out at the beginning of playback . setting the progressive scan mode to active . • Noise comes out while searching for or skipping chapters or • Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV . tracks . • If your TV equipped with component jacks does not support the In these cases , change the decode mode to “ DOLBY D � ( for Dolby progressive video input , do not change the scan mode to the Digital ) or “ DTS � ( for DTS Digital Surround ) . progressive scan mode . � When DVD or DBS is selected as the source * 480p and 480i indicate the number of scanning lines and scanning format of an image signal . On the remote control : • 480p indicates 480 scanning lines with progressive format . Press DECODE to select the decode mode . • 480i indicates 480 scanning lines with interlaced format . The current decode mode appears on the display window . � When DVD is selected as the source Example:When “ AUTO / PCM � is selected . On the remote control : 1 Press DVD . Each time you press the button , the decode mode changes as 2 Press and hold PROGRESSIVE for follows ; 3 seconds . AUTO / PCM DOLBY D DTS ( back to the � � � � Each time you perform this operation , the scan mode changes beginning ) as follows ; • AUTO / PCM : Normally select this . The system automatically INTERLACE PROGRESSIVE � detects the incoming signals . • INTERLACE : Select this if your TV equipped with • DOLBY D : Select this if the symptoms above occur when component jacks supports the interlaced playing a disc ( or software ) encoded with Dolby video input only . Digital . • PROGRESSIVE:Select this if your TV equipped with • DTS : Select this if the symptoms above occur when component jacks supports the progressive playing a disc ( or software ) encoded with DTS video input . Digital Surround . When “ PROGRESSIVE � is selected , the PROGRESSIVE NOTE indicator lights . • When “ DOLBY D � or “ DTS � is selected , if a signal encoded with NOTE another digital format comes in , you cannot listen to the sound . ( The DIGITAL or indicator flashes . ) • There are some progressive TVs and High - Definition TVs that are not � � • Changing the source returns the decode mode to “ AUTO / PCM � fully compatible with this system , resulting in an unnatural picture automatically . when playing back a DVD in the progressive scan mode . In such a case , change the scan mode to “ INTERLACE � . 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 . 2 0
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 21 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Playback This section explains basic operations of DVD player . For more details about DVD player operations , see pages 31 to 43 . Basic playback • shows the types of discs the operation is available for . � To load a disc • Turn on your TV and select the correct input mode on the TV . Up to 5 discs can be loaded . IMPORTANT Before using the remote control for the � 1 Press for a desired disc tray on the following operation ; center unit to open the disc tray . 1 Set the remote control mode selector to The system turns on and the disc tray comes out . AUDIO . DVD . 2 Press 2 Place a disc on the disc tray . With the label side up Remote control mode selector When placing an 8 cm ( 3 inches ) disc ( play button ) � To start playback 3 Press the selected DISC ( 1 - 5 ) button . The system starts playback after closing the disc tray . You can use the same buttons on the center unit for operations unless otherwise noted . When loading an MP3 disc ( A The MP3 control display pg . 34 ) appears on the TV screen and playback starts from the first track in the first group after pressing DISC the button in step 3 . When all tracks in a group have been played , the system starts playback of tracks in the next group . When loading a JPEG disc The slide - show * playback starts from the first file in the first group DISC after pressing the button in step 3 . When stopping playback A of a JPEG disc , the JPEG control display ( pg . 35 ) appears on the TV screen . * Slide - show Each file ( still picture ) is shown on the TV screen for about 3 seconds , then changed to the next file one after another automatically . When all files in a group have been played , the system starts playback of files in the next group . � To pause playback � Press . � To return to normal playback , press ( play button ) . � To stop playback � Press . To change the playback disc while playing back the another disc DISC ( 1 - 5 ) Press the desired button . • If no disc is set in the specified tray , the system starts playback of the disc in the next tray automatically . To remove a disc � Press for a desired disc tray on the center unit . 2 1
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 22 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Playback � Playback information on the display window NOTE DVD . DVD • You can also start playback by pressing ( play button ) or � • Regardless of the operation for starting playback , the system plays Example:When a DVD encoded with Dolby Digital 5.1ch is played back all available discs sequentially until you stop playback . Elapsed playing time Disc indicators However , the system stops playback after playback of the disc in the ( hour:minute:second ) Chapter number fifth tray . A • When Video CDs / SVCDs with PBC function ( pg . 4 ) or DVD that automatically go to the menu screen and wait for the next instruction , the system does not move to the next disc . In such a case , select the ( A item to be played back from the menu . pg . 33 ) Signal and speaker indicators • You can check playback information on the display window and the Surround mode and digital signal format ( A TV screen . pg . 31 ) • Some tracks on an MP3 disc may be skipped or may not be played FL DISPLAY Each time is pressed , the indications back normally . alternate between those shown above and below . • When you play back a JPEG disc , press buttons after the whole picture appears on the TV screen . The system cannot accept operations even though you press buttons while showing a picture . Chapter number Title number • Some files on a JPEG disc may be played back distortedly . • If a black screen continuously appears in the slide - show playback , the file currently being played may be a non - baseline JPEG file . In this case , select a playable file ( a baseline JPEG file ) . For example , press MENU or to open the JPEG control display , etc . Note that it may � take a long time to select another file . Video CD / SVCD / Audio CD Example:When a Video CD is played back � Resume Playback ( DVD / Video CD / SVCD only ) Signal and speaker ( A When Resume Playback is set to “ ON � pg . 49 ) and you stop Disc indicators indicators Track number playback by the following operations , the position where playback has been stopped is stored . ( The RESUME indicator lights . ) A • Turning off the power ( pg . 17 ) � • Pressing A • Changing the source ( pg . 18 ) Elapsed playing time ( minute:second ) To start playback from the stored position NOTE ( The RESUME indicator goes off . ) • When a Video CD or SVCD with PBC function is played , the elapsed DISC � • Press the selected button or ( play button ) on the remote playing time does not appear , but “ PBC � appears . control or the center unit . • Select DVD as the source again if you changed the source . MP3 disc Disc indicators Signal and speaker To clear the stored position indicators Track number � Press again or open the disc tray with the playback disc . • When the stored position has been cleared , playback starts from the beginning of the disc . � To prevent screen burn - out with the screen saver Elapsed playing time ( minute:second ) MP3 indicator ( during playback only ) A TV screen may burn out if a static picture is displayed for a long time . To prevent this , the system automatically dims the screen if a FL DISPLAY Each time is pressed , the indications static picture is displayed for over 5 minutes ( the screen saver alternate between those shown above and below . function ) . • Pressing any button will cancel the screen saver function . Group number Track number • If you do not want to use the screen saver function , see page 47 . � On - screen guide icons During DVD playback , the following guide icons may appear for a while on the TV screen ; • : appears at the beginning of a scene containing multi - JPEG disc subtitle languages . Disc indicators File number • : appears at the beginning of a scene containing multi - audio languages . • : appears at the beginning of a scene containing multi - angle views . Group number • ( Play ) , ( Pause ) , / ( Fast forward / fast - reverse ) , / ( Slow - motion forward / reverse ) : appears when you perform each operation . “ � • If � appears on the TV screen when pressing a button , the disc cannot accept an operation you have tried to do or information required for that operation is not recorded to the disc . NOTE • In some cases , without showing “ � , operations will not be accepted . � • If you do not want the on - screen guide icons to appear , see page 49 . Continued on next page 2 2
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 23 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Playback NOTE Playback features A • You can change the time information mode . ( pg . 32 ) • You can also check the playback information on the TV screen . A IMPORTANT ( pg . 31 ) Before using the remote control for the � Disc information on the display window following operation ; The disc indicators on the display window show the current status 1 Set the remote control mode selector to of the corresponding disc tray . AUDIO . DVD . 2 Press Example:When the discs are loaded to disc trays 1 , 2 and 5 , and the disc in the disc tray 5 is selected . Currently loaded disc numbers Remote control Currently selected disc mode selector number ( appears beside the disc number ) NOTE When loading a disc ; DISC • Only after a button is pressed the system starts reading the information of the disc on the specified tray . After that , the disc ( play button ) indicators show the current disc status correctly . � Tray lock You can lock trays and prohibit the unwanted disc ejection by children . On the center unit ONLY : While the system is turned off � � Press and hold , then press for DISC 1 . Number buttons • The system turns on and “ LOCKED � appears on the display window . • If you try to eject discs , “ LOCKED � appears and indicates that trays are locked . To unlock trays � � When the system is turned off , press and hold , then press for DISC 1 . • The system turns on and “ UNLOCKED � appears on the display window . One Touch Replay You can move back the playback position by 10 seconds from the current position . � During playback On the remote control : Press . NOTE • This function works between chapters in the same title . • This function may not work for some DVDs . 2 3
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 24 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Playback Fast - forward / fast - reverse search Locating a desired selection using number buttons You can search for a particular point while playing a disc . You can locate the desired title , chapter , � During playback track or file by On the remote control : selecting its number . � � Press / . � For DVD ( title , chapter ) : number Each time you press the button , the search speed changes as While stopped ( the title is lselected . ) ected . ) During playback ( the chapter number is se follows ; Forward : For Video CD / SVCD ( track ) : During playback without PBC function * For Audio CD / MP3 / JPEG ( track / file ) : During playback or while stopped Reverse : On the remote control : * Press number buttons ( 1 - 10 , + 10 ) to select * and are only available for DVD . the desired title , chapter or track number . To return to normal speed playback Examples : 3 : � Press ( play button ) . 3 . To select Press + 10 4 . To select 14 : Press , then On the remote control and the center unit : + 10 4 . To select 24 : Press twice , then � � Press and hold / . + 10 10 . To select 40 : Press three times , then � � Continuously pressing / increases the fast - forward / reverse The specified title , chapter , track or file number appears on the search speed as follows ; display window and playback begins from that location . NOTE • While playing a DVD , if a menu is shown on the TV screen , number To return to normal speed playback ( A buttons may be used for selecting an item in the menu . pg . 32 ) Release the button . • While playing a Video CD or SVCD with the PBC function , if a menu is shown on the TV screen , number buttons are used for selecting an NOTE ( A item in the menu . pg . 33 ) • When a DVD , Video CD or SVCD is played back , no sound comes out during fast - forward / reverse search . • When an Audio CD is played back , sound is intermittent and low during fast - forward / reverse search . • This function may not work for some DVDs . Locating the beginning of a desired selection You can locate the beginning of a chapter , track or file . � For DVD ( chapter ) : During playback For Video CD / SVCD ( track ) : During playback without PBC function For Audio CD / MP3 / JPEG ( track / file ) : During playback or while stopped To skip chapters , tracks or files forward � Press as many times as required . To skip to the beginning of the current chapter , track or file � Press once . To skip chapters , tracks or files backward � Press as many times as required . NOTE • This function may not work for some DVDs . and • When playing a Video CD or SVCD with the PBC function , � may be used for the operations of menu - driven playback . � A ( pg . 4,33 ) • When playing back an MP3 / JPEG disc , you can make operations A using the MP3 / JPEG control display . ( pg . 34 , 35 ) 2 4
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 25 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Tuner operations You can browse through all the stations or use the preset function to go immediately to a particular station . Manual tuning IMPORTANT On the remote control : Before using the remote control for the following operation ; 1 Press FM / AM repeatedly to select the 1 Set the remote control mode selector to band . AUDIO . Each time you press the button , the band alternates between FM / AM . 2 Press FM and AM . The selected band appears on the display window , then the last received station appears . Example:When AM is selected Remote control mode selector After a few seconds � � 2 Press TUNING or TUNING repeatedly until you find the frequency you want . When you hold down the button until the system starts searching for stations and then release it , the system stops searching automatically when a station of sufficient signal strength is tuned in to . TUNING � : • Increases frequency . TUNING � : • Decreases frequency . NOTE • When a station of sufficient signal strength is tuned in , the TUNED Number buttons indicator lights on the display window . • When an FM stereo program is received , the ST indicator lights on the display window . 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 . � To preset the stations NOTE Before you start operation ; • There is a time limit when doing the following steps . If the setting is cancelled before you finish , start from step 2 again . 1 Tune in the station you want to preset . • For the detailed procedure , see “ Manual tuning � . • If you want to store the FM reception mode for an FM station , select the reception mode you want . See “ Selecting A the FM reception mode � ( pg . 26 ) . 2 5
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 26 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Tuner operations 2 Press MEMORY . Selecting the FM The channel number position starts flashing on the display window for about 5 seconds . reception mode When the stereo FM program currently tuned in is noisy , you can change the FM reception mode to improve the reception . • You can store the FM reception mode for each preset station . See While the channel number position is flashing : A “ Preset tuning � ( pg . 25 ) . 3 Press number button ( s ) ( 1 - 10 , + 10 ) to � While listening to an FM station select a channel number . On the remote control : The channel number and the CH indicator start flashing . Press FM MODE . nExamples:el 3 . For chan number 3 : Press The FM reception mode appears on the display window . + 10 4 . For channel number 14 : Press , then Each time you press the button , the FM reception mode alternates between “ AUTO MUTING � and “ MONO � . ( For FM stations only ) • AUTO MUTING : + 10 4 . For channel number 24 : Press twice , then When a program is broadcast in stereo , you will hear stereo + 10 10 . For channel number 30 : Press twice , then sound . ( The ST indicator lights on the display window . ) When in monaural , you will hear monaural sound . This mode is also useful to suppress static noise between stations . The AUTO MUTING indicator lights on the display window . • MONO : While the selected number is flashing : Reception will be improved although you will lose the stereo effect . ( The ST indicator goes off . ) In this mode , you will hear 4 Press MEMORY again . noise until you are tuned in to a station . ( The AUTO MUTING The selected number stops flashing . indicator also goes off . ) The station is assigned to the selected preset number . 5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 until you store all Reducing the noise of AM the stations you want . broadcast To erase a stored preset station Storing a new station to a used number erases the previously stored When listening to an AM broadcast with a lot of noise interference , one . you can change the Beat Cut mode to reduce the noise . � To tune in to a preset station � While listening to an AM station On the remote control : On the remote control : 1 Press FM / AM repeatedly to select the Press FM MODE . The current Beat Cut mode appears on the display window . band . Each time you press the button , the Beat Cut mode alternates Each time you press the button , the band alternates between between “ BEAT CUT 1 � and “ BEAT CUT 2 � . FM and AM . • Choose “ BEAT CUT 1 � or “ BEAT CUT 2 � according to which 2 Press number button ( s ) ( 1 - 10 , + 10 ) to gives clearer sound . select a preset channel number . nExamples:el 3 . For chan number 3 : Press + 10 4 . For channel number 14 : Press , then ( For FM stations only ) + 10 4 . For channel number 24 : Press twice , then + 10 10 . For channel number 30 : Press twice , then 2 6
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 27 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Creating realistic sound fields You can use the following surround modes to reproduce a realistic � DTS Digital Surround * * sound field . Used to reproduce multichannel soundtracks of the software • Dolby Surround encoded with DTS Digital Surround ( ) . • Dolby Pro Logic II DTS Digital Surround ( DTS ) is another discrete multichannel • Dolby Digital digital audio format available on CD , LD and DVD software . • DTS Digital Surround Compared to Dolby Digital , audio compression ratio is relatively • DSP modes low . This fact allows DTS Digital Surround format to add breadth • DAP modes and depth to the reproduced sounds . As a result , DTS Digital • All Channel Stereo Surround features natural , solid and clear sound . � Dolby Surround � DSP modes Dolby Pro Logic II * DAP ( Digital Acoustic Processor ) modes Dolby Pro Logic II has a newly developed multichannel playback DAP modes have been designed to create important acoustic format to decode all 2 channel sources — stereo source and Dolby surround elements . Surround encoded source — into a 5.1 channel . The sound heard in a live club , dance club , hall or pavilion consists The matrix - based encoding / decoding method used by Dolby Pro of direct sound and indirect sound — early reflections and Logic II makes no limitation for the cutoff frequency of the treble reflections from behind . Direct sounds reach the listener directly from surround channel and enables stereo surround sound without any reflection . On the other hand , indirect sounds are compared to conventional Dolby Pro Logic . delayed by the distances of the ceiling and walls ( see the diagram Dolby Pro Logic II enables to reproduce spacious sound from below ) . original sound without adding any new sounds and tonal coloration . These indirect sounds are important elements of the acoustic Dolby Pro Logic II has two modes — Movie mode and Music surround effects . The DAP mode can reproduce a realistic sound mode : field by adding these indirect sounds . • Pro Logic II Movie ( PL II MOVIE ) The following DAP modes are provided with this system . Suitable for reproduction of Dolby Surround encoded sources bearing the mark . You can enjoy soundfield very Gives the feeling of a live music club with a LIVE CLUB close to the one created with discrete 5.1 channel sounds . low ceiling . • Pro Logic II Music ( PL II MUSIC ) DANCE CLUB Gives a throbbing bass beat . Suitable for reproduction of any 2 channel stereo music sources . You can enjoy wide and deep sound by using this mode . Gives clear vocal and the feeling of a concert HALL � PLII • When Dolby Pro Logic II is activated , the indicator hall . lights on the display window . Gives the spacious feeling of a pavilion with a PAVILION Dolby Digital * high ceiling . Used to reproduce multichannel soundtracks of the software These DAP modes can be used to add the acoustic surround effects encoded with Dolby Digital ( ) . while reproducing 2 channel stereo source , and can give you a real Dolby Digital 5.1 ch ( DOLBY D ) encoding method ( so - called “ being there � feeling . discrete multichannel digital audio format ) records and digitally • When one of the DAP modes is selected , the DSP indicator lights compresses the front left channel , front right channel , center on the display window . channel , surround left channel , surround right channel and LFE channel signals . Since each channel is completely independent from the other channel signals to avoid interference , you can obtain much better sound quality with much stereo and surround effects . NOTE • Dolby Digital software can be roughly grouped into two categories - multichannel ( up to “ 5.1 � channel ) and 2 channel software . To enjoy surround sounds while playing Dolby Digital 2 ch software , you can use Dolby Pro Logic II . Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories . “ DTS � and “ DTS Digital Surround � are registered * * * “ Dolby � , “ Pro Logic � and the double - D symbol are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems , Inc . trademarks of Dolby Laboratories . 2 7
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 28 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Creating realistic sound fields Creating sound field � Indicators on the display window Reflections from behind Digital signal format indicators LPCM : Lights when Linear PCM signal comes in . Early reflections � DIGITAL : Lights when Dolby Digital signals come in . � : Lights when DTS Digital ( Surround ) signals come in . No indication : No digital signal indicator lights when analog signals come in . Source signal indicators , etc . Light to indicate the incoming signals . � : Lights when the left channel signal comes in . � : Lights when the center channel signal comes in . � : Lights when the right channel signal comes in . � : Lights when the LFE channel signal comes in . Direct sounds � : Lights when the surround left channel signal comes in . � : Lights when the surround right channel signal comes in . � : Lights when the monaural surround channel signal or 2 All Channel Stereo channel Dolby Surround signal comes in . All Channel Stereo ( ALL CH ST . ) mode can reproduce a larger : Always lights . stereo sound field using all the connected ( and activated ) speakers . All Channel Stereo can be used while reproducing 2 channel stereo The channel with “ � shows that the corresponding speakers are source . reproducing the channels ’ sound . • When All Channel Stereo is selected , the DSP indicator lights on If the channels ’ sound decoded into 5.1 channel is reproduced , only the display window . “ � lights . All Channel Stereo reproduction Normal stereo sound All Channel Stereo Available Surround modes for each input signal B The marks show available surround modes . DSP mode Mode Dolby Surround DTS Digital DAP mode Surround off ) Surround ALL CH ( SURR OFF ( DTS ) PL II PL II Dolby LIVE BDANCE * ST . * HALL PAVILION * * Signal MOVIE MUSIC Digital CLUB CLU * * * Dolby Digitalel ) B B — — — — — — — — B ( Multichann Dolby Digital B B B — — — — — — — B B ( 2 channel ) DTS Digital Surround B B — — — — — — — — B ( Multichannel ) DTS Digital Surroundnel ) B B B — — — — — — — B ( 2 chan Analog ( VCR / FM / B B B B B B B B — — B B B B B B B AM ) or Linear PCM SURROUND ( MODE ) . ( A * You can select these modes by pressing pg . 29 ) 2 8
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 29 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Creating realistic sound fields IMPORTANT Using the surround mode Before using the remote control for the following operation ; The system is set up to automatically select the optimal surround • Set the remote control mode selector to mode for input signal from digital multichannel software . AUDIO . When playing back 2 channel source , you can select the desired surround mode manually . On the remote control : Remote control � When playing back digital multichannel software mode selector The appropriate multichannel surround mode is automatically activated . “ DOLBY D � : When a software encoded with Dolby Digital is played back “ DTS � : When a software encoded with DTS Digital Surround is played back In these cases , you can only turn on or off ( “ SURR OFF � ) the surround mode . � When playing back 2 channel source You can select either mode of Dolby Pro Logic II ( PL II MOVIE / PL II MUSIC ) or one of the DSP modes ( LIVE CLUB / DANCE CLUB / HALL / PAVILION / ALL CH ST . ) . Press SURROUND ( MODE ) . The surround mode is turned on and the current surround mode appears on the display window . Each time you press the button , the surround mode changes as follows ; PL II MOVIE PL II MUSIC LIVE CLUB DANCE � � � � CLUB HALL PAVILION ALL CH ST . ( back to the � � � � beginning ) For details on each mode , see pages 27 and 28 . To turn off the surround mode Press SURROUND ( ON / OFF ) . Each time you press the button , the surround mode turns on and off alternately . SURR OFF ( surround off ) current selected mode � ( surround on ) NOTE • When selecting “ PL II MUSIC � , “ PL II MOVIE � , “ DOLBY D � or “ DTS � as the surround mode , the SURROUND indicator lights . • When selecting one of the DSP modes ( “ LIVE CLUB � / “ DANCE CLUB � / “ HALL � / “ PAVILION � / “ ALL CH ST . � ) as the surround mode , the DSP indicator lights . • For Dolby Digital 2 channel software , you can select “ PL II MUSIC � or “ PL II MOVIE � . Storing adjustments — auto memory This system memorizes the surround mode settings for each source . • When you turn the power off : When turning the power on again , the memorized settings for the current source are automatically recalled . • When you change the source : The memorized settings for the newly selected source are automatically recalled . NOTE • If the source is FM or AM , you can assign a different setting for each band . 2 9
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 30 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Creating realistic sound fields Adjusting the sound On the remote control : 1 Press TEST . Check if you can hear the sounds through all the speakers at the equal level . “ TEST TONE � and the corresponding signal indicator starts flashing on the display window , and the test tone comes out of the speakers in the following order ; Front left speaker ( ) Center speaker ( ) � � � � � Front right speaker ( ) Surround right speaker � � ) Surround left speaker ( ) ( back to the ( � � � � beginning ) 2 Adjust the speaker output levels ( – 10 to + 10 ) . Adjust the center speaker and surround speaker levels as much as the sound from the front speakers . Use one of the following buttons to adjust each speaker level . CENTER + / – • for the center speaker SURR - L + / – • for the surround left speaker SURR - R + / – • for the surround right speaker 3 Press TEST again to stop the test tone . � ( A For DAP modes pg . 27 ) only 4 Press EFFECT to select the effect level ( 1 to 5 ) you want . Each time you press the button , the effect level changes as follows ; DSP EFFECT 1 DSP EFFECT 2 DSP EFFECT 3 � � � DSP EFFECT 4 DSP EFFECT 5 ( back to the � � � beginning ) As the number increases , the selected mode will be more effective . ( Normally set the level to “ DSP EFFECT 3 � . ) NOTE • You cannot adjust the center speaker output level for the DAP modes and the effect level for All Channel Stereo . • You can output the test tone in any surround mode , or even when surround mode is not activated . • Speaker output levels whose source signal indicator is lit can be TEST . adjusted without pressing • When selecting DVD as the source , you can also adjust the speaker ( A output levels using the choice menu . pg . 47 ) 3 0
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 31 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Advanced operations This section explains advanced operations for disc playback using � Contents of the on - screen bar during playback the remote control . DVD • shows the types of discs an operation is available for . • Turn on your TV and select the correct input mode on the TV . NOTE • If “ � appears on the TV screen when pressing a button , the disc � cannot accept an operation you have tried to do or information required for that operation is not recorded to the disc . Video CD Using the on - screen bar You can check disc information while the disc is loaded and you can use some functions using the on - screen bar . SVCD IMPORTANT Before using the remote control for the following operation ; 1 Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO . DVD . 2 Press CD Cursor / / / � ) ( � � � / ENTER MP3 disc Showing the on - screen bar � Whenever a disc is loaded Press ON SCREEN . A Shows disc type . Each time you press the button , the on - screen bar changes as B Shows current transfer rate ( Megabits per second ) . follows on the TV screen . C Shows disc number . Example:During DVD playback D Shows current title ( for DVD ) or group ( for MP3 ) number . E Shows current chapter number ( for DVD ) or track number ( for other type of discs ) . F A Shows time information . ( pg . 32 ) G Shows playback status . : appears during playback . / : appears during fast forward / reverse . / : appears during playback in forward slow - motion / reverse slow - motion . : appears when paused . : appears when stopped . H ( F ( A Select this to change time information ) . pg . 32 ) I A Select this to change audio language or channel . ( pg . 37 , 38 ) J A Select this for Repeat Playback . ( pg . 42 ) OFF ( The on - screen bar disappears ) K ( A Select this to change subtitle language . pg . 37 ) L ( A Select this for time search function . pg . 34 ) M A Select this to change view angle . ( pg . 36 ) ( back to the beginning ) N ( A Select this for chapter search function . pg . 33 ) O A Select this for Program Playback . ( pg . 41 ) • The on - screen bar displays “ NO - DISC � if no disc is loaded . P A Select this for Random Playback . ( pg . 42 ) 3 1
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 32 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Advanced operations Example:During DVD playback Basic operation on the on - screen bar Example:When selecting the Repeat mode of DVD ( back to the beginning ) � During playback or while stopped • TIME : Elapsed playing time of current chapter / track 1 Press ON SCREEN twice . • REM : Remaining time of current chapter / track • TOTAL : Elapsed time of disc The on - screen bar appears on the TV screen . • T . REM : Remaining time of disc • The currently selected item shows green . To turn off the on - screen bar ON SCREEN . Press NOTE • While playing a Video CD , SVCD or Audio CD , the hour digit � � � 23 Press Cursor / to move to . indication does not appear . Press ENTER . The pop - up window appears under the selected item . Playing from a specified • The current setting appears . position on a disc You can start playing a title , chapter or track you specify . You can also play a disc from specified time . � � 4 Press Cursor / to select the desired Cursor option . ( � / / / � ) � � Each time you press the button , the options change . / ENTER Locating a desired scene from the DVD menu 5 Press ENTER . DVDs generally have their own menus which show disc The setting changes and the pop - up window disappears . contents . These menus contain various items such as titles of movies , names of songs or artist information , and you can display them on the TV screen . You can locate a desired scene by using these menus . � Whenever a DVD is loaded To turn off the on - screen bar 1 Press TOP MENU or MENU . ON SCREEN . Press The menu appears on the TV screen . NOTE Example : • See the corresponding pages for details on each function . Changing the time information You can change the time information in the on - screen bar on the TV screen and the display window of the center unit . Normally , a DVD which contains more than one title will have � During playback or while stopped TOP MENU a “ title � menu which lists the titles . Press to show the title menu . 1 Press ON SCREEN twice . Some DVDs may also have a different menu which is shown The on - screen bar appears on the TV screen . MENU . by pressing See the instructions for each DVD regarding its particular � � � 2 Press Cursor / to move to . menu . 3 Press ENTER . � � � � 2 Use Cursor / / / to select a Each time you press the button , the time information changes desired item . as follows ; 3 Press ENTER . The system starts playback of the selected item . • With some discs , you can also select items by entering the corresponding number using number buttons . 3 2
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 33 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Advanced operations Locating a desired chapter using the on - screen bar When playing back a DVD , you can locate the chapter Cursor number to be played using the on - screen bar . / / / � ) ( � � � / ENTER � During playback 1 Press ON SCREEN twice . The on - screen bar appears on the TV screen . � � � 2 Press Cursor / to move to . Number buttons 3 Press ENTER . The following pop - up window appears under the selected item . Locating a desired scene using a Video CD / SVCD menu with PBC 4 Press number buttons ( 0 - 10 ) to enter the desired chapter number . A Video CD or SVCD recorded with PBC has its own menus such as a list of contained songs . You tExample : can locate a specific scene by using these menus . 8 . To selec 8 : Press A ( pg . 4 ) 10 . To select 10 : Press 2 0 . To select 20 : Press , then � When the menu appears on the TV screen during playback with 3 7 . To select 37 : Press , then PBC function Press number buttons ( 1 - 10 , + 10 ) to select To correct a misentry Repeat step 4 until the correct number appears in the pop - up the number of the desired item . window . The system starts playback from the selected item . 5 Press ENTER . Example : The system starts playback from the selected chapter . To turn off the on - screen bar ON SCREEN . Press NOTE + 10 • The button is not used by this function . • You can select up to the 99th chapter . To select the number tExample : Locating a desired title / group using 3 . To selec 3 : Press number buttons + 10 1 . To select 11 : Press , then When playing back a disc with more than To return to the menu one title or one group , you can specify a RETURN . Press desired title or group to be played using number buttons . When “ NEXT � or “ PREVIOUS � is shown on the TV screen : 1 Press TITLE / GROUP . � . • To go to the next page , press “ _ _ � is shown in the title / group display area in the display � • To return to the previous page , press . window . NOTE Example:During DVD playback • If you want to play a PBC - compatible Video CD / SVCD without using the PBC function , perform any of the following : • Start playback by pressing number buttons while stopped . • Press repeatedly until the desired track number is displayed , � then start playback by pressing ( play button ) . � The track number appears on the display window instead of “ PBC � . • To activate the PBC function when playing a PBC - compatible Video CD / SVCD without using the PBC function , perform any of the following : TOP MENU MENU . • Press or • Press twice to stop playback , then press ( play button ) . � � 3 3
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 34 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Advanced operations 2 Use number buttons ( 0 - 10 , + 10 ) to enter NOTE 10 the desired title or group number . • You can also use the button to enter “ 0 � . + 10 • The button is not used by this function . The system starts playback from the first chapter / track / file of • You can specify time in hours / minutes / seconds for DVD and in the selected title / group . minutes / seconds for Video CD / SVCD / Audio CD . tExample : 8 . To selec 8 : Press 10 . To select 10 : Press Using the MP3 control + 10 0 . Or press , then + 10 10 . To select 20 : Press , then display + 10 0 . Or press twice , then + 10 5 . To select 25 : Press twice , then You can search and play desired groups and tracks using the MP3 TITLE / • Specify the number within 5 seconds after pressing control display . GROUP ( i.e . while the display window shows “ _ _ � for the title / group number , instead of the current number ) . � MP3 control display • You can also specify the desired chapter / track / file by using The MP3 control display appears on the TV screen and playback A number button . ( pg . 24 ) starts when a MP3 disc is selected . NOTE Total group number on Current track Total track number in disc number current group • This function may not work for some DVDs . * Locating a desired position by specifying the time You can start playing at your desired position by specifying the elapsed playing time from the beginning of the current title ( for DVD ) , or from the beginning of the disc ( for Video CD / SVCD / Audio CD ) . � For DVD:layback During p For Video CD / SVCD:ing Current track Total track number on Current group While stopped or dur playback without PBC function disc number For Audio aCD:ck Current group During playb or while stopped Elapsed playing time of current track * Elapsed playing time is only shown during playback . 1 Press ON SCREEN twice . The on - screen bar appears on the TV screen . � � � 23 Press Cursor / to move to . ( play button ) Press ENTER . The following pop - up window appears under the selected item . Cursor / / / � ) ( � � � / ENTER 4 Use number buttons ( 0 - 9 ) to enter the Number buttons time . Example:back To play from a point 2 ( hours ) : 34 ( minutes ) : 08 � During playback ( seconds ) elapsed � � 1 Press Cursor / to select the desired group . Press 2 Press 3 � 2 Press Cursor to select the track list . Press 4 Press 0 � � 3 Press Cursor / to select the desired track . Press 8 The playback starts from the selected track . To correct a misentry If you select the track while stopped � Press Cursor repeatedly until the wrong number is erased , ENTER � Press or ( play button ) to start playback of the selected then press number buttons to enter the correct numbers . track . 5 Press ENTER . The system starts playback from the specified time . To turn off the on - screen bar ON SCREEN . Press Continued on next page 3 4
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 35 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Advanced operations To select the other group � � � Press Cursor to return to the group list , then press Cursor / to select the desired group . ( play button ) To skip groups / tracks during playback � Press Cursor repeatedly for forward - skip . Cursor � Press Cursor repeatedly for reverse - skip . / / / � ) ( � � � / ENTER To start playback by specifying the track number Press number buttons ( 0 - 10 , + 10 ) to enter the track number . tExample : Number buttons 3 . To selec 3 : Press + 10 4 . To select 14 : Press , then + 10 10 . To select 20 : Press , then � While stopped + 10 0 . Or press twice , then + 10 4 . To select 24 : Press twice , then � � 1 Press Cursor / to select the desired + 10 10 . To select 110 : Press ten times , then group . The entered number appears in the track number indication and playback starts from the track you have specified . � 2 Press Cursor to select the file list . NOTE � � 3 Press Cursor / to select the desired • You can also check playback information on the display window . A ( pg . 22 ) file . • Some group and track names may not be displayed correctly � 4 Press ( play button ) to start the slide - depending on recording conditions . • The order of groups and tracks on an MP3 disc may be displayed show playback from the selected file . differently from the order displayed on your personal computer . • Up to 12 groups and tracks are displayed at once . Pressing Cursor To show only the selected file / repeatedly scrolls the display to show the hidden groups and � � ENTER . Press tracks one by one . • When a still picture is completely shown on the TV screen , you ( A can zoom in on areas in the still picture . pg . 39 ) To select the other group Using the JPEG control � � � Press Cursor to return to the group list , then press Cursor / display to select the desired group . To start the slide - show playback by specifying the file You can search and show desired groups and files using the JPEG number control display . Press number buttons ( 0 - 10 , + 10 ) to enter � JPEG control display the file number . The JPEG control display appears on the TV screen when stopping tExample : playback of a JPEG disc . 3 . To selec 3 : Press Total group number on Current file Total file number in + 10 4 . To select 14 : Press , then disc number current group + 10 10 . To select 20 : Press , then + 10 0 . Or press twice , then + 10 4 . To select 24 : Press twice , then + 10 10 . To select 110 : Press ten times , then The entered number appears in the file number indication and the slide - show playback starts from the file you have specified . To return to the JPEG control display Press MENU . NOTE • Some group and file names may not be displayed correctly depending on recording conditions . • The order of groups and files on a JPEG disc may be displayed Current group Current file Total file number onsc differently from the order displayed on your personal computer . number di • Up to 12 groups and files are displayed at once . Pressing Cursor � / � Current group repeatedly scrolls the display to show the hidden groups and files one by one . 3 5
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 36 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Advanced operations When using the on - screen bar : Selecting a view angle of 1 Press ON SCREEN twice . DVD The on - screen bar appears on the TV screen . � / � � 2 Press Cursor to move to . While playing back a DVD containing multi - view angles , you can enjoy the same scene at different angles . 3 Press ENTER . The following pop - up window appears under the selected item . Example:The first view angle is selected out of 3 view angles Cursor recorded . / / / � ) ( � � � / ENTER � � 4 Press Cursor / repeatedly to select the desired view angle . Each time you press the button , the angle of the scene changes . 5 Press ENTER . Selecting a view angle The pop - up window disappears . � During playback To turn off the on - screen bar ON SCREEN . Press When using the ANGLE button : 1 Press ANGLE . The following pop - up window appears on the TV screen . Example:The first view angle is selected out of 3 view angles recorded . 2 Press ANGLE repeatedly to select the desired view angle . Each time you press the button , the angle of the scene changes . Example : 1 / 3 2 / 3 3 / 3 ( back to the beginning ) � � � � The pop - up window disappears if no operation is done for about 5 seconds . 3 6
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 37 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Advanced operations When using the on - screen bar : Selecting the subtitle / 1 Press ON SCREEN twice . audio languages The on - screen bar appears on the TV screen . � � � 2 Press Cursor / to move to . When playing back a DVD ( or SVCD ) containing subtitles in several languages , you can select the subtitle language to be 3 Press ENTER . displayed on the TV screen . The following pop - up window appears under the selected item . When a DVD contains audio ( sound track ) in several languages , you can also select the language ( sound track ) to listen to . Example ( DVD ) : “ ENGLISH � is selected out of 3 subtitle languages recorded . • You can also select specific audio channel ( s ) on Video CDs / SVCDs . � Cursor ) ( / / � / � � / ENTER � � 4 Press Cursor / repeatedly to select the desired subtitle language . Each time you press the button , the subtitle language changes . 5 Press ENTER . The pop - up window disappears . Selecting the subtitle language To turn off the on - screen bar ON SCREEN . Press � During playback When using the SUBTITLE button : Selecting the audio language 1 Press SUBTITLE . � During playback The following pop - up window appears on the TV screen . When using the AUDIO button : Example ( DVD ) : “ ENGLISH � is selected out of 3 subtitle languages recorded . 1 Press AUDIO . The following pop - up window appears on the TV screen . Example : “ ENGLISH � is selected out of 3 audio languages recorded . 2 Press SUBTITLE repeatedly to select the desired subtitle language . Each time you press the button , the subtitle language changes . 2 Press AUDIO repeatedly to select the For SVCD desired audio language . • An SVCD can contain up to four subtitles . Pressing Each time you press the button , the audio languages change . SUBTITLE changes the subtitles regardless of whether the The pop - up window disappears if no operation is done for subtitles are recorded or not . ( Subtitles will not change if no about 5 seconds . subtitle is recorded . ) NOTE The pop - up window disappears if no operation is done for about 5 seconds . • Some audio languages are abbreviated in the pop - up window . See A “ The language codes list � ( pg . 46 ) . NOTE When using the on - screen bar : • Some subtitle languages are abbreviated in the pop - up window . See ( A “ The language codes list � pg . 46 ) . 1 Press ON SCREEN twice . The on - screen bar appears on the TV screen . � � � 23 Press Cursor / to move to . Press ENTER . The following pop - up window appears under the selected item . Example : “ ENGLISH � is selected out of 3 audio languages recorded . 3 7
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 38 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Advanced operations When using the on - screen bar : � � 4 Press Cursor / to select the desired audio language . 1 Press ON SCREEN twice . Each time you press the button , the audio language changes . The on - screen bar appears on the TV screen . 5 Press ENTER . � � � 2 Press Cursor / to move to . The pop - up window disappears . 3 Press ENTER . To turn off the on - screen bar The following pop - up window appears under the selected item . ON SCREEN . Press Example : “ ST � ( stereo ) is selected out of 3 audio channels NOTE recorded . • Some audio languages are abbreviated in the pop - up window . See ( A “ The language codes list � pg . 46 ) . Selecting the audio channel � � 4 Press Cursor / to select the desired When you play certain karaoke ( Video CD / SVCD ) , you can enjoy karaoke by selecting the audio audio channel ( s ) . channel to play . Each time you press the button , the audio channel changes . • The sound of each audio channel depends on the contents of the disc . 5 Press ENTER . The pop - up window disappears . � During playback To turn off the on - screen bar When using the AUDIO button : ON SCREEN . Press 1 Press AUDIO . The following pop - up window appears on the TV screen . Example : “ ST � ( stereo ) is selected out of 3 audio channels recorded . 2 Press AUDIO repeatedly to select the desired audio channel . Each time you press the button , the audio channel changes . Example for Video CD : ST L R ( back to the beginning ) � � � � • ST : To listen to normal stereo playback . • L : To listen to L ( left ) audio channel only . • R : To listen to R ( right ) audio channel only . Example for SVCD : ST 1 ST 2 L 1 R 1 L 2 R 2 ( back to � � � � � � � the beginning ) • ST1 / ST2 : To listen to normal stereo playback of ST 1 or 2 channel . • L1 / L2 : To listen to L ( left ) 1 or 2 audio channel . • R 1 / R 2 : To listen to R ( right ) 1 or 2 audio channel . The pop - up window disappears if no operation is done for about 5 seconds . 3 8
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 39 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Advanced operations To return to normal playback � Press ( play button ) . Special picture playback NOTE This system provides special picture playback functions including • Sound cannot be heard during slow - motion playback . frame - by - frame , slow - motion and zoom . Zooming in ( play button ) � During playback or while paused 1 Press ZOOM . ZOOM , Each time you press scene magnification changes as follows ; x 1 ( normal size ) x 1.8 x 4 x 8 x 16 � � � � � � x 64 ( back to the beginning ) x 32 � � Cursor / / / � ) ( � � � Example:When x4 zoom is selected . / ENTER Current magnification Frame - by - frame playback Zoomed - in � During playback area � Press repeatedly . Each time you press the button , the still picture advances by one frame . � � � 2 While zoomed in , press Cursor / / / To return to normal playback � to move zoom - in area . � Press ( play button ) . NOTE • You can perform the above operation using the buttons on the center unit . Playing back in slow - motion � During playback � 1 Press at the point To return to normal playback where you want to start playback in ENTER . Press slow - motion from . NOTE The system pauses playback . • Picture may look coarse while zoomed in . � 2 Press . • Playback in forward slow - motion starts . For DVD only : � • To play back in reverse slow - motion , press . Each time you press the button , the playback speed become faster and on - screen guide icon changes as follows ; Forward : Reverse : To pause slow - motion playback � Press . 3 9
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 40 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Advanced operations � � 4 Press Cursor / repeatedly to select Changing the VFP setting a parameter you want to adjust . The VFP ( Video Fine Processor ) function Adjust gradually and confirm picture appearance results are as enables you to adjust the picture character preferred . according to the type of programming , • GAMMA ( – 4 to + 4 ) : picture tone or personal preference . Controls brightness of neutral tints while maintaining NOTE brightness of dark and bright portions . Before you start operation ; • BRIGHTNESS ( – 16 to + 16 ) : • The VFP setting screen disappears if no operations are done for more Controls screen brightness . than about 10 seconds . If the setting screen disappears before you • CONTRAST ( – 16 to + 16 ) : finish , start from step 1 again . Controls screen contrast . • SATURATION ( – 16 to + 16 ) : � To select a VFP mode Controls screen color depth . • TINT ( – 16 to + 16 ) : 1 Press VFP during playback . Controls screen tint . The current VFP settings appear on the TV screen . • SHARPNESS ( + 0 to + 3 ) : Example:When “ NORMAL � is selected . Controls screen sharpness . • Y DELAY ( – 2 to + 2 ) : Controls screen color gap . 5 Press ENTER . VFP menu disappears and the following pop - up window appears on the TV screen . � � 2 Press Cursor / repeatedly to select the VFP mode . Each time you press the button , the VFP mode changes as � � 6 Press Cursor / repeatedly to change follows ; the setting . NORMAL CINEMA USER 1 USER 2 ( back � � � � � to the beginning ) 7 Press ENTER . • NORMAL:Normally select this . The current VFP settings appear again . • CINEMA : Suitable for movies . 8 Repeat steps 4 to 7 to adjust other • USER 1 and USER 2 : You can adjust parameters that affect picture appearance and parameters . store settings . Go to step 3 . To return to the normal screen NOTE VFP . Press • You cannot adjust the parameters of “ NORMAL � and “ CINEMA � . To activate your setting VFP Press to return to normal screen . VFP , � � Press then press Cursor / repeatedly to select “ USER 1 � � To adjust picture appearance manually or “ USER 2 � that you have changed the parameters . � � 3 Press Cursor / repeatedly to select “ USER 1 � or “ USER 2 � . 4 0
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TH - M42 [ J ] - 08Advanced.fm Page 41 Thursday , April 24 , 2003 10 : 02 AM Advanced operations A Example for 4 Program Playback You can play up to 99 titles ( for DVD ) or tracks ( for other types of discs ) in any order B Example for 4 from among multiple discs . You may program the same title or track more than once . Selected title / track number Selected group number Selected disc number ( play button ) 5 Repeat step 4 to program following orders . Cursor ( / / / � ) � � � Each time you enter a title / track number in the order at the / ENTER bottom of the program menu , the program menu scrolls and the following orders appear . To erase an order Press Cursor � / � to move � to the order to be erased , then Number buttons press CANCEL . 6 Press � ( play button ) to start Program Playback . When all of the programmed titles / tracks have been played back , playback stops and the program menu appears again . � While stopped Note that program setting remains . 1 Press ON SCREEN twice . When playing back an Audio CD : The program menu remains on the TV screen during Program The on - screen bar appears on the TV screen . Playback . 2 Press Cursor � / � to move to . � To check the program contents 3 Press ENTER . During playback , press � . Playback stops and the program menu appears . The program menu appears on the TV screen . To bring up the menu without stopping playback , carry out steps 1 • 10 orders appear at a time . to 3 . • You can also check playback status in the on - screen bar by pressing ON SCREEN . To stop Program Playback Press � . Note that program setting remains . To clear the program While stopped and the program menu is shown on the TV screen , : When programming titles / tracks of DVD / Video CD / 4 A press � . SVCD / Audio CD All of the programmed titles / tracks are erased . You can also clear the program by turning off the system . Press number buttons ( 1 - 10 , + 10 ) to To quit the Program mode specify selections by disc and title / After clearing all programmed titles / tracks , press � ( play button ) . track . The program menu disappears . • At each program order use number buttons to specify source disc number first , press ENTER , then specify title / track NOTE number on source disc . • During Program Playback , you cannot edit program contents . • During Program Playback , pressing skips to the next program � Example : To specify “ title 3 / track 3 � of “ disc 2 � selection . Pressing returns playback to the beginning of the � Press 2 � ENTER * � 3 current selection . * You can also use any number buttons instead of ENTER . • The Resume function cannot be used with Program Playback . ( A number entered for a group number is invalid . ) • To close the program menu : When you specify the currently selected disc number Press . The program menu is closed and the on - screen ON SCREEN ( A pg . 23 ) , � skips group number column and moves to bar is shown . track number column automatically . • To turn off the on - screen bar : : When programming tracks of MP3 disc B Press repeatedly . ON SCREEN • Program Playback function cannot be used during Video CD / SVCD Press number buttons ( 1 - 10 , + 10 ) to playback with PBC function . specify selections by disc , group and • If you want to repeat the programmed titles / tracks , set the Repeat A mode during Program Playback . ( pg . 42 ) track . • Program Playback may not work for some discs . • At each program order use number buttons to specify source disc number first , specify group number , then specify track number on source disc . Example : To specify “ track 14 � in “ group 2 � of “ disc 3 � Press 3 � 2 � + 10 � 4 41
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 42 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Advanced operations Repeating the current selection or all Random Playback discs � For DVD / Audio CD / MP3 / JPEG : You can play titles or tracks During playback on a disc in random order . For Video hCD / SVCD:out During playback wit PBC function When using the REPEAT button : 1 Press REPEAT . Cursor / / / � ) ( � � � REPEAT , Each time you press the Repeat mode changes / ENTER cyclically . • Repeat mode indicators appear on the display window and a � While stopped repeat mode indication appears on the TV screen . 1 Press ON SCREEN twice . The on - screen bar appears on the TV screen . � � � 2 Repeat mode indicator Press Cursor / to move to . Example : For Audio CD Followings are the description of indicators on the display window and indications on the TV screen . Indicators Indications Meanings REPEAT GROUP * Repeats the current group for MP3 / JPEG disc . 3 Press ENTER . The system starts Random Playback . Repeats the current title for DVD . After playing all titles / tracks on the disc , the system stops Repeats all tracks on the current playback and quits the Random mode . disc for Video CD / SVCD / When more than one discs are loaded , the system starts REPEAT DISC * Audio CD / MP3 / JPEG . Random Playback of the next disc after completing current disc playback . Repeats all the available discs . REPEAT ALL * To stop and quit Random Playback � Press . 1 Repeats the current track for You can also clear the Random mode by turning off the system . Video CD / SVCD / Audio CD / MP3 REPEAT TRACK disc . NOTE Repeats the current chapter for • The same title / track will not be played back more than once during DVD . Random Playback . • To return to normal playback without stopping playback , carry out No Repeat mode is off . steps 1 to 3 above . indication The system plays back all available discs normally . * During playback of a JPEG disc , “ REPEAT GROUP � , “ REPEAT Repeat Playback DISC � and “ REPEAT ALL � do not appear on the TV screen . You can repeat playback of the currently selected title or chapter To stop Repeat Playback ( for DVD ) , track ( for Video CD / SVCD / Audio CD ) , current group � Press . ( for MP3 / JPEG ) or track ( for MP3 ) . • When a disc except DVD is selected , the system stops playback You can also repeat playback of a desired part . but does not quit the Repeat mode . • When a DVD is set , the system stops playback and quits the Repeat mode . To quit the Repeat mode REPEAT Press until the Repeat mode indicator goes off from the Cursor / / / � ) ( � � � display window . / ENTER • You can also clear the Repeat mode by changing the current disc except when in repeat all mode ( ALL ) . Continued on next page 4 2
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 43 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Advanced operations 2 Press A - B REPEAT again at the end of NOTE REPEAT the part you want to repeat ( point B ) . • If you press while stopped , you need to press ( play � button ) to start Repeat Playback . The repeat mode indicator on the display window changes to • When the Program mode is active with a Video CD , SVCD , Audio “ � and A - B Repeat Playback starts . The selected CD , the Repeat mode changes in the same manner . part of the disc ( between point A and B ) is played repeatedly . Note that , however , in the “ � mode the system repeats all the programmed tracks , instead of all tracks on the disc . • During playback in the Repeat mode of the title / chapter / group / track , if you skip the title / chapter / group / track using / , etc . , the � � destination title / chapter / group / track is repeated . REPEAT • If appears when pressing during DVD playback , you � To cancel A - B Repeat Playback cannot repeat the title or chapter because of disc contents . A - B REPEAT Press during A - B Repeat Playback . When using the on - screen bar ( except for JPEG When using the on - screen bar : disc ) : 1 Press ON SCREEN twice . 1 Press ON SCREEN twice . The on - screen bar appears on the TV screen . The on - screen bar appears on the TV screen . � � � 23 Press Cursor / to move to . � � � 2 Press Cursor / to move to . Press ENTER . 3 Press ENTER . The following pop - up window appears under the selected item . The following pop - up window appears under the selected item . � � 4 Press Cursor / repeatedly to select � / � 4 Press Cursor repeatedly to select “ A - B � . the Repeat mode . • You can select the Repeat modes as follows : 5 Press ENTER at the beginning of the For DVD part you want to repeat ( point A ) . � � � � � � CHAPTER TITLE ALL A - B OFF The following display appears in the on - screen bar . ( back to the beginning ) For Video CD / SVCD / Audio CD � � � � � � TRACK DISC ALL A - B OFF ( back to the beginning ) For MP3 disc 6 Press ENTER at the end of the part you � � � � � � TRACK GROUP DISC ALL OFF want to repeat ( point B ) . ( back to the beginning ) A - B Repeat Playback starts . The selected part of the disc 5 Press ENTER . ( between point A and B ) is played repeatedly . To turn off the on - screen bar To turn off the on - screen bar ON SCREEN . Press ON SCREEN . Press To cancel Repeat Playback To cancel A - B Repeat Playback ENTER . Repeat from step 1 , select “ OFF � in step 4 , then press ENTER . Repeat from step 1 , select “ OFF � in step 4 , then press NOTE Repeating a desired part • When playing back a DVD , A - B Repeat Playback is possible only You can repeat playback of a desired within the same title . part by specifying the beginning • “ A - B � cannot be selected during Program and Random Playback . ( point A ) and ending ( point B ) . • “ A - B � cannot be selected while stopped . � During playback When using the A - B REPEAT button : 1 Press A - B REPEAT at the beginning of the part you want to repeat ( point A ) . The repeat mode indicator “ � appears on the display window . 4 3
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 44 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Setting DVD preferences You can adjust the initial settings for DVD playback according to ( A : Audio menu ( AUDIO ) pg . 47 ) A your preference or needs using 5 choice menus shown on the TV You can adjust sound settings . screen . • Adjustments are possible only when selecting DVD as the source . Using the choice menus • Turn on your TV and select the correct input mode on the TV . • You can only use the remote control for choice menu operations . • You can change the language used in the choice menus . A ( pg . 46 ) • You cannot show the choice menus when an MP3 disc or a JPEG disc is accessed . : Speaker setting menu ( SPK . SETTING ) A ( pg . 47 ) Choice menus You can make speaker settings according to the size and layout of your speakers . A : Language menu ( LANGUAGE ) ( pg . 46 ) You can also adjust the output level of the subwoofer , center speaker and surround speakers . You can select the initial languages for the disc menu , audio and subtitles . You can also select the language used on the TV screen while operating this system . A : Other setting menu ( OTHERS ) ( pg . 49 ) You can change settings for some of the functions . Also use this menu to set Parental Lock . A : Picture menu ( PICTURE ) ( pg . 47 ) You can select the desired options concerning a picture or monitor screen . 4 4
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 45 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Setting DVD preferences 4 Press ENTER . Basic operation on the choice menus The pop - up window , listing the selectable options , appears on the choice menu . IMPORTANT Before using the remote control for the following operation ; 1 Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO . DVD . 2 Press Cursor / / / � ) ( � � � / ENTER � � 5 Press Cursor / repeatedly to select the desired option . Example:When “ FILM � is selected . 1 Press CHOICE . The language menu ( LANGUAGE ) appears on the TV screen . 6 Press ENTER . Your choice is stored . � � 2 Press Cursor / repeatedly to display one of the choice menus . Each time you press the button , the choice menus change as follows ; LANGUAGE PICTURE AUDIO � � � OTHERS ( back to the SPK . SETTING � � To set other items on the same choice menu beginning ) Repeat steps 3 to 6 . Example:When the picture menu ( PICTURE ) is selected . To move to another choice menu � � Press Cursor / repeatedly to select a choice menu you want to set up . To return to the normal screen CHOICE . Press NOTE • Some items in the choice menus consist of sub - menus to set up . ENTER Selecting these items and pressing makes its related sub - menu appear on the TV screen . You can set submenus using Cursor ENTER / / / and ( as explained in this basic operation ) . � � � � � / � 3 Press Cursor repeatedly to move � to the item you want to set up . Example:When “ PICTURE SOURCE � is selected . 4 5
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 46 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Setting DVD preferences SUBTITLE � Some DVDs have multiple subtitle languages . Menu description • Select the initial subtitle language * . OFF ( no indication of subtitles ) , ENGLISH , SPANISH , FRENCH , CHINESE , GERMAN , ITALIAN , JAPANESE and Language menu ( LANGUAGE ) : language codes from AA to ZU ( see below ) NOTE ON SCREEN LANGUAGE � • You can select “ MENU LANGUAGE � , “ AUDIO LANGUAGE � and • Select the language shown on the TV screen when operating this “ SUBTITLE � only while playback is stopped . system . ENGLISH , SPANISH and FRENCH MENU LANGUAGE � Some DVDs have their own menus in multiple languages . * When the language you have selected is not recorded to a disc , the original language is automatically used as the initial • Select the initial language * . language . ENGLISH , SPANISH , FRENCH , CHINESE , GERMAN , ITALIAN , JAPANESE and language codes from AA to ZU ( see below ) AUDIO LANGUAGE � Some DVDs have multiple audio languages . • Select the initial audio language * . ENGLISH , SPANISH , FRENCH , CHINESE , GERMAN , ITALIAN , JAPANESE and language codes from AA to ZU ( see below ) The language codes list AA Afar GL Galician ML Malayalam SO Somali AB Abkhazian GN Guarani MN Mongolian SQ Albanian AF Afrikaans GU Gujarati MO Moldavian SR Serbian AM Ameharic HA Hausa MR Marathi SS Siswati AR Arabic HI Hindi MS Malay ( MAY ) ST Sesotho AS Assamese HR Croatian MT Maltese SU Sundanese AY Aymara HU Hungarian MY Burmese SV Swedish AZ Azerbaijani HY Armenian NA Nauru SW Swahili BA Bashkir IA Interlingua NE Nepali TA Tamil BE Byelorussian IE Interlingue NL Dutch TE Telugu BG Bulgarian IK Inupiak NO Norwegian TG Tajik BH Bihari IN Indonesian OC Occitan TH Thai BI Bislama IS Icelandic OM ( Afan ) Oromo TI Tigrinya BN Bengali , Bangla IW Hebrew OR Oriya TK Turkmen BO Tibetan JI Yiddish PA Panjabi TL Tagalog BR Breton JW Javanese PL Polish TN Setswana CA Catalan KA Georgian PS Pashto , Pushto TO Tonga CO Corsican KK Kazakh PT Portuguese TR Turkish CS Czech KL Greenlandic QU Quechua TS Tsonga CY Welsh KM Cambodian RM Rhaeto - Romance TT Tatar DA Danish KN Kannada RN Kirundi TW Twi DZ Bhutani KO Korean ( KOR ) RO Rumanian UK Ukrainian EL Greek KS Kashmiri RU Russian UR Urdu EO Esperanto KU Kurdish RW Kinyarwanda UZ Uzbek ET Estonian KY Kirghiz SA Sanskrit VI Vietnamese EU Basque LA Latin SD Sindhi VO Volapuk FA Persian LN Lingala SG Sangho WO Wolof FI Finnish LO Laothian SH Serbo - Croatian XH Xhosa FJ Fiji LT Lithuanian SI Singhalese YO Yoruba FO Faroese LV Latvian , Lettish SK Slovak ZU Zulu FY Frisian MG Malagasy SL Slovenian GA Irish MI Maori SM Samoan GD Scots Gaelic MK Macedonian SN Shona 4 6
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 47 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Setting DVD preferences Picture menu ( PICTURE ) Audio menu ( AUDIO ) : : MONITOR TYPE L / R BALANCE � � You can select the monitor type to match your TV when you play You can adjust the balance between the front left and front right DVDs recorded in the picture’s height / width ratio of 16 : 9 . speakers . • 16 : 9 NORMAL ( Wide television conversion ) L - 21 to L - 1 CENTER R - 1 to R - 21 ( by 1 step ) � � Select this when the aspect ratio of your TV is fixed to 16 : 9 • CENTER ( wide TV ) . The levels of the front left and right speakers are identical . The system automatically adjusts the screen width of the • L - 21 to L - 1 and R - 1 to R - 21 output signal correctly when playing back a picture whose As the number increases , the level from one speaker lowered aspect ratio is 4 : 3 . than that of the other speaker . ( When you select “ - 21 � , no • 16 : 9 AUTO ( Wide television conversion ) sound comes out from the selected ( L or R ) speaker . ) Select this when the aspect ratio of your TV is 16 : 9 ( wide BASS � TV ) . You can adjust the enhancement level for bass sound from the front • 4 : 3 LB ( Letter Box conversion ) speakers . Select this when the aspect ratio of your TV is 4 : 3 Within the range from – 10 to + 10 . ( by 2 step ) ( conventional TV ) . While viewing a wide screen picture , the TREBLE � black bars appear on the top and the bottom of the screen . • 4 : 3 PS ( Pan Scan conversion ) You can adjust the enhancement level for treble sound from the Select this when the aspect ratio of your TV is 4 : 3 front speakers . ( conventional TV ) . While viewing a wide screen picture , the Within the range from – 10 to + 10 . ( by 2 step ) black bars do not appear , however , the left and right edges of NOTE the pictures will not be shown on the screen . • You can adjust bass / treble enhancement level only for front left / right channel . However , the supplied speakers cannot add the effective change to the bass sound because of their cutoff frequency even if the ( A bass sound adjustment is made . pg . 48 ) To change the bass enhancement level more efficiently , adjust the Ex . : 16 : 9 Ex . : 4 : 3 LB Ex . : 4 : 3 PS ( A output level of the subwoofer . pg . 19 ) ( When you change the front speakers to the larger ones and select NOTE A “ LARGE � for the front speakers in the SIZE sub - menu ( pg . 48 ) , • Even if “ 4 : 3 PS � is selected , the screen size may become “ 4 : 3 LB � the effective adjustment of bass sound is also possible . ) with some DVDs . This depends on how DVDs are recorded . • When you select “ 16 : 9 NORMAL � for a picture whose aspect ratio is LFE ATT . � 4 : 3 , the picture slightly changes due to the process for converting the The Low Frequency Effect attenuater diminishes distortion of the picture width . bass sound from the subwoofer when playing back a disc with PICTURE SOURCE � Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround . • ON You can obtain optimal picture quality by selecting whether the Select this to diminish distortion of the bass sound from the content on the disc is processed by field ( video source ) or by frame subwoofer . ( film source ) . • OFF Normally set to “ AUTO � . Select this to deactivate the function . • VIDEO ( NORMAL ) Suitable for playing back a video source disc with relatively a D . RANGE COMPRESSION � few movements . ( Dynamic range compression ) • VIDEO ( ACTIVE ) You can enjoy low level recorded sound clearly at night even at a Suitable for playing back a video source disc with relatively a low volume when listening to the sound with Dolby Digital . lot of movements . • MAX • FILM Select this when you want to fully apply the compression Suitable for playing back a film source disc . effect ( useful at midnight ) . • AUTO • MID Used to play a disc containing both video and film source Select this when you want to reduce the dynamic range a materials . little . This system recognizes the source type ( video or film ) of the • OFF current disc according to the disc information . Select this when you want to enjoy surround sound with its • If the playback picture is unclear or noisy , or the oblique full dynamic range ( no effect applied ) . lines of the picture are rough , try to change to other modes . SCREEN SAVER � Speaker setting menu : A You can activate or deactivate the screen saver function . ( pg . 22 ) ( SPK . SETTING ) • ON The picture on the TV screen becomes dark . SIZE � • OFF Accesses the SIZE sub - menu ( speaker size setting Select this to deactivate the function . menu ) . ( See following . ) LEVEL � MP3 / JPEG � Accesses the LEVEL sub - menu ( speaker level setting If both MP3 files and JPEG files are recorded on a disc , you can menu ) . ( See following . ) select which files to play . DISTANCE � • MP3 Accesses the DISTANCE sub - menu ( speaker distance Select this to play MP3 files . setting menu ) . ( See following . ) • JPEG Select this to play JPEG files . 4 7
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 48 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Setting DVD preferences CROSS OVER * � � Level menu ( LEVEL ) Small speakers cannot reproduce bass sounds efficiently . If you use SURROUND LEFT SPEAKER * / CENTER SPEAKER * / a small speaker in any position , this system automatically SUB WOOFER SURROUND RIGHT SPEAKER * / reallocates the bass sound elements assigned to the small speaker to Adjust the output level of related speakers . one of the large speakers . Within the range from – 10 dB to + 10 dB . To use this function properly , set crossover frequency level TEST TONE * * according to the size of the smallest speaker connected . Outputs the test tone . • 200 Hz Select this when the cone speaker unit in the smallest speaker RETURN connected is about 4 cm in diameter ( 1 - 5 / 8 inches ) . Returns to the SPK . SETTING menu . • 150 Hz ( Select this when using the supplied speakers . ) * • You cannot select “ CENTER SPEAKER � when one of the Select this when the cone speaker unit in the smallest speaker A DAP modes ( pg . 27 ) is selected as the surround mode . connected is about 6 cm in diameter ( 2 - 3 / 8 inches ) . A ( pg . 29 ) • 120 Hz • You cannot select “ CENTER SPEAKER � , “ SURROUND Select this when the cone speaker unit in the smallest speaker LEFT SPEAKER � and “ SURROUND RIGHT SPEAKER � connected is about 8 cm in diameter ( 3 - 3 / 16 inches ) . ( A when the surround mode is off ( stereo ) . pg . 29 ) • 100 Hz * * The test tone comes out of all of the activated speakers in the Select this when the cone speaker unit in the smallest speaker following sequence : connected is about 10 cm in diameter ( 3 - 15 / 16 inches ) . • 80 Hz Front left speaker Center speaker Front right � � � Select this when the cone speaker unit in the smallest speaker speaker Surround right speaker Surround left � � connected is about 12 cm in diameter ( 4 - 3 / 4 inches ) . ( back to the beginning ) speaker � * If you have selected “ LARGE � for all speakers in the SIZE � Distance menu ( DISTANCE ) menu , this function will not take effect . Example : RETURN TO INITIAL � Center Resets all speaker settings to the initial settings . Subwoofer speaker � Size menu ( SIZE ) Front right CAUTION Front left 3.0 m • When using the supplied speakers , select “ SMALL � for each . 2.7 m Selecting “ LARGE � may damage the speakers . 2.4 m NOTE 2.1 m • When “ SMALL � is selected for the front speakers , you cannot select “ LARGE � for the center speaker and surround speakers . FRONT SPEAKER / CENTER SPEAKER / SURROUND Surround left Surround right SPEAKER Select the speaker size according to the actual size of your speakers . In this case , set the distance of each speaker as follows ; • LARGE • Distance of front speakers : 3.0 m / 10 ft Select this when the cone speaker unit in the speaker is larger • Distance of center speaker : 2.7 m / 9 ft than 12 cm in diameter ( 4 - 3 / 4 inches ) . • Distance of surround speakers : 2.4 m / 8 ft • SMALL ( Select this when using the supplied speakers . ) FRONT SPEAKER / CENTER SPEAKER / SURROUND Select this when the cone speaker unit in the speaker is smaller than 12 cm in diameter ( 4 - 3 / 4 inches ) . SPEAKER Adjust the distance from the listening position to the speakers . SUB WOOFER Within the range from 0.3 m / 1 ft to 9.0 m / 30 ft . ( by 0.3 m / USE 1 ft ) This item is fixed to “ USE � . TEST TONE * RETURN Outputs the test tone . Returns to the SPK . SETTING menu . RETURN Returns to the SPK . SETTING menu . * The test tone comes out of all of the activated speakers in the following sequence : Front left speaker Center speaker Front right � � � speaker Surround right speaker Surround left � � speaker ( back to the beginning ) � 4 8
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TH - M42 [ J ] - 09Settings.fm Page 49 Thursday , April 24 , 2003 10 : 03 AM Setting DVD preferences Other setting menu ( OTHERS ) : Parental Lock NOTE Using this function , you can restrict playback of a DVD containing • You can select “ PARENTAL LOCK � only while playback is violent scenes or scenes not suitable for your other family stopped . members . Nobody can play such a disc unless this function is canceled . � RESUME • This setting takes effect only for DVDs containing the Parental You can activate or deactivate Resume Playback function . Lock level information — Level 1 ( most restrictive ) to Level 8 • ON ( least restrictive ) . Select this to activate the function . • You can set the Parental Lock only when playback is stopped . • OFF Select this to deactivate the function . Cursor � ON SCREEN GUIDE ( / / / ) � � � � You can activate or deactivate the on - screen guide icons . / ENTER A ( pg . 22 ) • ON Select this to activate the function . • OFF Number buttons Select this to deactivate the function . � AUTO STANDBY * When playback ends and does not restart for more than the time you specify , this system turns off by itself . Setting Parental Lock • 60 This system turns off by itself if playback does not restart within 60 minutes . 1 Press CHOICE . • 30 � � 2 Press Cursor / to display the This system turns off by itself if playback does not restart within 30 minutes . OTHERS menu . • OFF � � 3 Press Cursor / repeatedly to move Select this to deactivate the function . � to “ PARENTAL LOCK � , then press * When both the Auto Standby function and the Sleep Timer are ENTER . activated , if the shut - off time set by the Sleep Timer comes earlier than the one set by the Auto Standby function , the Sleep The PARENTAL LOCK sub - menu appears on the TV screen . Timer controls shut - off time . � PARENTAL LOCK You can restrict playback of a DVD containing violent scenes that is not suitable for your other family members . Accesses the PARENTAL LOCK sub - menu . ( See following “ Parental Lock � . ) � � 4 Press Cursor / repeatedly to move � to “ COUNTRY CODE � , then press ENTER . � � 5 Press Cursor / repeatedly to select the country code , then press ENTER . A See “ Country / Area codes list for Parental Lock � ( pg . 51 ) . � The moves to “ SET LEVEL � . 49
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TH - M42 [ J ] - 09Settings.fm Page 50 Thursday , April 24 , 2003 10 : 03 AM Setting DVD preferences 6 Press ENTER . 4 Press number buttons ( 0 - 9 ) to enter your password , then press ENTER . • If you enter a wrong password , “ WRONG ! RETRY . . . � appears under the PARENTAL LOCK sub - menu . You cannot go to the next steps before you enter the correct password . 5 Press Cursor � / � repeatedly to move to the item you want to change , then � press ENTER . 7 Press Cursor � / � repeatedly to select 6 Press Cursor � / � repeatedly to change the level of restriction , then press the setting , then press ENTER . ENTER . 7 Press number buttons ( 0 - 9 ) to enter The � moves to “ PASSWORD � . your password , then press ENTER . • Select “ NONE � to cancel this function . The new setting is stored . NOTE • You cannot set the Parental Lock before you set your password . • If you go out of the PARENTAL LOCK sub - menu before setting your password in step 6 , the new country code and parental lock level will not become effective . The old country code and parental level will remain in effect . • When you enter wrong passwords more than three times , the � moves to “ EXIT � automatically and Cursor / do not work . Press � � to exit from the PARENTAL LOCK sub - menu , then repeat E NTER 8 Press number buttons ( 0 - 9 ) to enter a from step 1 . four - digit number as your password , • If you forget your password , enter “ 8888 � . then press ENTER . The � moves to “ EXIT � . Releasing Parental Lock temporarily When you set a strict parental level , some discs may not be played 9 Press ENTER . back at all . When you load such a disc and try to play it , the The OTHERS menu resumes . following display appears on the TV screen . You can temporarily To return to the normal screen release the Parental Lock . Press CHOICE . NOTE • Remember your password , or make a note of it . Changing the Parental Lock setting 1 Press CHOICE . 2 Press Cursor � / � to display the OTHERS menu . 1 Press Cursor � / � repeatedly to move to “ TEMPORARY RELEASE � , then � 3 Press Cursor � / � repeatedly to move press ENTER . to “ PARENTAL LOCK � , then press � The � moves to “ PASSWORD � . ENTER . • When selecting “ NOT RELEASE � , press one of � buttons The PARENTAL LOCK sub - menu appears on the TV screen . on the center unit to remove the disc . • You can only move � to “ PASSWORD � or to “ EXIT � 2 Press number buttons ( 0 - 9 ) to enter before you enter your password . your password . Playback starts . • If you enter a wrong password , “ WRONG ! RETRY . . . � appears under the PARENTAL LOCK sub - menu . You cannot play the disc before you enter the correct password . NOTE • When you enter wrong passwords more than three times , the � moves to “ NOT RELEASE � automatically and Cursor / do not � � work . Press one of buttons on the center unit to remove the disc . � 50
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 51 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM Setting DVD preferences Country / Area codes list for Parental Lock RW Rwanda AD Andorra ER Eritrea Lao People’s Democratic LA Republic AE United Arab Emirates ES Spain SA Saudi Arabia AF Afghanistan ET Ethiopia LB Lebanon SB Solomon Islands AG Antigua and Barbuda FI Finland LC Saint Lucia SC Seychelles AI Anguilla FJ Fiji LI Liechtenstein SD Sudan AL Albania FK Falkland Islands ( Malvinas ) LK Sri Lanka SE Sweden AM Armenia LR Liberia SG Singapore Micronesia ( Fedelated States FM of ) AN Netherlands Antilles LS Lesotho SH Saint Helena AO Angola FO Faroe Islands LT Lithuania SI Slovenia AQ Antarctica FR France LU Luxembourg SJ Svalbard and Jan Mayen AR Argentina FX France , Metropolitan LV Latvia SK Slovakia AS American Samoa GA Gabon LY Libyan Arab Jamahiriya SL Sierra Leone AT Austria GB United Kingdom MA Morocco SM San Marino AU Australia GD Grenada MC Monaco SN Senegal AW Aruba GE Georgia MD Moldova , Republic of SO Somalia AZ Azerbaijan GF French Guiana MG Madagascar SR Suriname BA Bosnia and Herzegovina GH Ghana MH Marshall Islands ST Sao Tome and Principe BB Barbados GI Gibraltar ML Mali SV El Salvador BD Bangladesh GL Greenland MM Myanmar SY Syrian Arab Republic BE Belgium GM Gambia MN Mongolia SZ Swaziland BF Burkina Faso GN Guinea MO Macau TC Turks and Caicos Islands BG Bulgaria GP Guadeloupe MP Northern Mariana Islands TD Chad BH Bahrain GQ Equatorial Guinea MQ Martinique TF French Southern Territories BI Burundi GR Greece MR Mauritania TG Togo MS Montserrat TH Thailand BJ Benin South Georgia and the South GS Sandwich Islands BM Bermuda MT Malta TJ Tajikistan BN Brunei Darussalam GT Guatemala MU Mauritius TK Tokelau BO Bolivia GU Guam MV Maldives TM Turkmenistan BR Brazil GW Guinea - Bissau MW Malawi TN Tunisia BS Bahamas GY Guyana MX Mexico TO Tonga BT Bhutan HK Hong Kong MY Malaysia TP East Timor BV Bouvet Island MZ Mozambique TR Turkey Heard Island and McDonald HM Islands BW Botswana NA Namibia TT Trinidad and Tobago BY Belarus HN Honduras NC New Caledonia TV Tuvalu BZ Belize HR Croatia NE Niger TW Taiwan CA Canada HT Haiti NF Norfolk Island TZ Tanzania , United Republic of CC Cocos ( Keeling ) Islands HU Hungary NG Nigeria UA Ukraine CF Central African Republic ID Indonesia NI Nicaragua UG Uganda CG Congo IE Ireland NL Netherlands United States Minor Outlying UM Islands CH Switzerland IL Israel NO Norway CI Côte d’Ivoire IN India NP Nepal US United States CK Cook Islands IO British Indian Ocean Territory NR Nauru UY Uruguay CL Chile IQ Iraq NU Niue UZ Uzbekistan CM Cameroon IR Iran ( Islamic Republic of ) NZ New Zealand VA Vatican City State ( Holy See ) CN China IS Iceland OM Oman Saint Vincent and the VC Grenadines CO Colombia IT Italy PA Panama CR Costa Rica JM Jamaica PE Peru VE Venezuela CU Cuba JO Jordan PF French Polynesia VG Virgin Islands ( British ) CV Cape Verde JP Japan PG Papua New Guinea VI Virgin Islands ( U.S . ) CX Christmas Island KE Kenya PH Philippines VN Vietnam CY Cyprus KG Kyrgyzstan PK Pakistan VU Vanuatu CZ Czech Republic KH Cambodia PL Poland WF Wallis and Futuna Islands DE Germany KI Kiribati PM Saint Pierre and Miquelon WS Samoa DJ Djibouti KM Comoros PN Pitcairn YE Yemen DK Denmark KN Saint Kitts and Nevis PR Puerto Rico YT Mayotte DM Dominica PT Portugal YU Yugoslavia Korea , Democratic People’s KP Republic of DO Dominican Republic PW Palau ZA South Africa DZ Algeria KR Korea , Republic of PY Paraguay ZM Zambia EC Ecuador KW Kuwait QA Qatar ZR Zaire EE Estonia KY Cayman Islands RE Réunion ZW Zimbabwe EG Egypt KZ Kazakhstan RO Romania EH Western Sahara RU Russian Federation 5 1
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 52 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM System setting • BAL : You can adjust the sound and speaker settings of this system . • The adjustments on a source take effect for the other sources . You can adjust the balance between the front left and front A right speakers . ( pg . 47 ) IMPORTANT • D . COMP ( Dynamic Range Compression ) : Before using the remote control for the You can enjoy low level recorded sound clearly at night even following operation ; at a low volume level when listening to the sound with • Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO . A Dolby Digital . ( pg . 47 ) • AUDIO POS ( Audio Position ) : Set the audio position of subwoofer so that the subwoofer level can be automatically adjusted properly . ( The smaller Cursor / / / � ) ( � � � the number becomes , the more the level decreases automatically when listening in stereo . ) • M . OUT ( Monitor Out ) : Select the video output jack type by which you watch DVD A playback after connecting your TV . ( pg . 8 ) Set the video output to use AV COMPU LINK remote A control system . ( pg . 53 ) VIDEO : To watch DVD playback via the VIDEO jack . S : To watch DVD playback via the S - VIDEO jack . NOTE COMPNT ( component ) : To watch DVD playback via the COMPONENT Before you start operation ; • There is a time limit when doing the following steps . If the setting is VIDEO OUT jacks . cancelled before you finish , start from step 1 again . � � 3 Press Cursor / to make an • When selecting DVD as the source , the settings of the corresponding items in the choice menus also change . adjustment or selection . Example : On the remote control : 1 Press SETTING . The item you last selected appears on the display window . • FRNT SP , CNTR SP , SURR SP : Example : “ BAL � has been selected . “ SML � ( small ) “ LRG � ( large ) � • FRNT D , CNTR D , SURR D : Within the range between 1 ft and 30 ft . ( by 1 ft step ) • CROSS : � / � 2 Press Cursor repeatedly to select “ 80Hz � “ 100Hz � “ 120Hz � “ 150Hz � “ 200Hz � � � � � the item you want to set . ( back to the beginning ) � Each time you press the button , the items shown on the display • LFEATT . : window change as follows : “ ON � “ OFF � � FRNT SP CNTR SP SURR SP FRNT D � � � � � • BAL : CNTR D SURR D CROSS LFE ATT . BAL � � � � � “ L - 21 � to “ L - 1 � “ CENTER � “ R - 1 � to “ R - 21 � � � AUDIO POS M . OUT ( back to the D . COMP � � � • D.COMP : beginning ) “ MID � “ MAX � “ OFF � ( back to the beginning ) � � � See the corresponding pages for details on the related • AUDIO POS : adjustments except for “ AUDIO POS � and “ M . OUT � . “ 0 � “ – 2 � “ – 4 � “ – 6 � ( back to the beginning ) � � � � • FRNT SP ( front speakers ) , • M . OUT : CNTR SP ( center speaker ) , “ VIDEO � “ S � “ COMPNT � ( back to the SURR SP ( surround speakers ) : � � � beginning ) A Select the size of each speaker . ( pg . 48 ) • FRNT D ( front speakers distance ) , 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set other items . CNTR D ( center speaker distance ) , NOTE SURR D ( surround speakers distance ) : • If you selected “ SML � for the front speakers , you cannot select Adjust distance from the listening position to the speakers . “ LRG � for the center and surround speakers . A ( pg . 48 ) • You can confirm your adjustment of speaker settings by listening to • CROSS : ( A TEST . the test tone . To output the test tone , press pg . 30 ) A Select the cutoff frequency of the subwoofer . ( pg . 48 ) • LFEATT . : Diminish the distortion of the bass sound from the subwoofer while playing back a disc with Dolby Digital or ( A DTS Digital Surround . pg . 47 ) 5 2
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 53 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM AV COMPU LINK remote control system The AV COMPU LINK remote NOTE control system allows you to operate • To correctly use the automatic selection of TV input mode , select the JVC TVs and VCRs through the center unit . This system is ( A correct “ M . OUT � setting . pg . 52 ) equipped with the AV COMPU LINK - III , which adds a function to operate JVC’s video components via the video components Available functions terminals . To use this remote control system , you need to connect the video components you want to operate as follows . The AV COMPU LINK remote control system allows you to use • Refer also to the manuals supplied with your TV and video the functions listed following . components . One - touch video play Simply by inserting a video cassette without its safety tab into the Connecting a TV and VCR VCR , you can enjoy video playback without manually setting other switches . This system automatically turns on and changes the CAUTION source to VCR . Before connecting ; The TV automatically turns on and changes the input mode to the • If you have already plugged your VCR , TV and the center unit into appropriate position so that you can view the playback picture . the AC outlets , unplug their AC power cords first . When you insert a video cassette with its safety tab in place , press � ) the play ( button on the VCR or on the remote control to get the 1 Connect the center unit to a TV and same result . VCR . One - touch DVD play • For details , see page 8 and 12 . Simply by starting playback on the built - in DVD player , you can 2 Connect the center unit to a TV and VCR enjoy playback without manually setting other switches . The TV automatically turns on and changes the input mode to the using the optional AV COMPU LINK appropriate position so that you can view the playback picture . cords . Automatic selection of TV input mode When you select DVD or VCR as the source to play on the system , the TV automatically changes the input mode to the appropriate position so that you can view the playback picture . Automatic Power On / Off The TV and VCR turn on and off along with the system . When you turn on the system ; • If the previously selected source is “ DVD � , only the TV will turn on automatically . • If the previously selected source is “ VCR � , the TV and VCR will turn on automatically . When you turn off the system , the TV and VCR will turn off . NOTE • If you turn off the system while recording on the VCR , the VCR will AV COMPU LINK cord not turn off and will continue recording . ( not supplied ) TV VCR 3 Plug the AC power cords of the VCR , TV and the center unit into the AC outlets . 4 Turn on the connected components first , then turn on the center unit . • When turning on the TV for the first time after the AV COMPU LINK connection , turn the TV volume to minimum using the TV volume control on the TV . • When turning on the VCR , use the remote control supplied VCR / DBS . ) � with this system . ( Press 5 3
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 54 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM References To clean the disc Wipe the disc with a soft cloth in a straight line Maintenance from center to edge . • DO NOT use any solvent — such as To get the best performance out of this system , keep your discs and conventional record cleaner , spray , mechanism clean . thinner or benzine — to clean the disc . � General Notes � Cleaning the system In general , you will have the best performance by keeping your • Stains on the system should be wiped off with a soft cloth . If the discs and the mechanism clean . system is heavily stained , wipe it with a cloth soaked in water - • Store discs in their cases and keep them in cabinets or on shelves . diluted neutral detergent and wrung well , then wipe clean with a dry cloth . � Handling Discs • Since the system may deteriorate in quality , become damaged or • Remove the disc from its case by holding it at get its paint peeled off , be careful about the following . the edge while pressing the center hole lightly . • DO NOT wipe it with a hard cloth . • Do not touch the shiny surface of the disc or • DO NOT wipe it strong . bend the disc . • DO NOT wipe it with thinner or benzine . • Put the disc back in its case after use to • DO NOT apply any volatile substance such as insecticides to it . prevent warping . • DO NOT allow any rubber or plastic to remain in contact with it for a long time . • Be careful not to scratch the surface of the disc when placing it back in its case . • Avoid exposure to direct sunlight , temperature extremes and moisture . Trouble shooting Use this chart to help you solve daily operational problems . If there is any problem you cannot solve , contact your JVC service center . General PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION A Power does not come The power cord is not connected to the center unit or an Connect the power cord correctly . ( pg . 13 ) on . AC outlet . Power is not supplied to The power cord of the subwoofer is not connected to an Turn off the system , plug the power cord firmly into an A the powered subwoofer . AC outlet . AC outlet , and turn on the system again . ( pg . 13 , 17 ) A The system cord is not connected . Connect the system cord . ( pg . 10 ) The system does not Lightning or electronic noise interferes with operation Switch the power off , then disconnect / reconnect the work correctly . of the microcomputer . power plug . Immediately after beginning to heat the room , the Switch the power off and leave the system a few hours system was moved to a cold location causing before switching the power on again . condensation to form inside . The remote control does It is too far from the center unit , or is not facing the Move closer to the center unit . ( Operate the remote not work . center unit . control within 7 m ( 23 ft ) of the center unit . ) A ( pg . 14 ) A There is something obstructing the remote sensor . Remove any obstacles . ( pg . 14 ) The remote control is not aimed at the remote sensor on Aim the remote control at the remote sensor on the A the center unit or components . equipment you want to operate . ( pg . 14 ) ( A The remote control mode selector is set at an incorrect Set the selector to the correct position . pg . 17 ) position . A The batteries are exhausted . Replace the batteries . ( pg . 14 ) ( A The batteries have been inserted the wrong way round Insert the batteries correctly . pg . 14 ) ( + / – ) . DVD The remote control is not set to operate the DVD player For the DVD player , press before you perform the A or tuner ( FM / AM ) . operations . ( pg . 21 ) FM / AM For the tuner , press before you perform the A operations . ( pg . 25 ) Sunlight is falling directly on the remote sensor . Hide the remote sensor from direct sunlight . A The remote control signals are not set correctly . Enter the correct manufacturer’s code . ( pg . 15 , 16 ) Continued on next page 5 4
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 55 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM References PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION A No sound . The system cord and / or speaker cord is not connected . Check the connection . ( pg . 10 – 11 ) There is a short in the speaker cord . Reconnect the speaker cord . A The audio cord is not connected to AUDIO IN ( VCR ) Connect the cord correctly . ( pg . 12 ) and / or DIGITAL IN ( DBS ) correctly . A An incorrect source has been selected . Select the correct source . ( pg . 18 ) MUTING A Muting is on . Press to cancel muting . ( pg . 18 ) A The decode mode is not set correctly . Select the proper decode mode . ( pg . 20 ) A Sound from one front The speaker cord is not connected correctly . Connect the speaker cord correctly . ( pg . 10 ) speaker only . ( A Left - right balance is not set properly . Adjust the balance properly . pg . 47 , 52 ) A No sound from the The speaker setting is incorrect . Set the speaker setting properly . ( pg . 47 , 52 ) center and / or surround speakers . A Bass sound is heard Appropriate bass level for stereo sound is not selected . Set “ AUDIO POS � properly . ( pg . 52 ) reinforced when listening in stereo . DVD Playback PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION A No picture is displayed The video cord is not connected correctly . Connect the cord correctly . ( pg . 8 ) on the TV screen . TV input selection is incorrect . Select the correct input on the TV . A The disc is not playable . Use a playable disc . ( pg . 3 ) A The scan mode is set to “ PROGRESSIVE � though the Change the scan mode to “ INTERLACE � . ( pg . 20 ) No picture is displayed center unit is connected to the TV which does not on the TV screen , the support the progressive video input such as a picture is blurred , or the conventional TV . picture is divided into two parts . A A disc cannot be played . The center unit’s and disc’s Region Code numbers are Replace the disc . ( pg . 3 ) incompatible . Parental Lock is in use . Enter password to change the Parental Lock level . A ( pg . 49 ) ( A A disc cannot be played The disc is loaded with its label and data sides inverted . Load the disc correctly . pg . 21 ) and “ 0 : 00 � is displayed on the display window . A The unplayable disc is loaded . Replace the disc . ( pg . 3 ) A Video and audio are The disc is scratched or dirty . Replace or clean the disc . ( pg . 2 ) distorted . ( A A VCR is connected between the center unit and the Connect the center unit and TV directly . pg . 8 ) TV . With some discs , a picture may be blurred when setting Set “ PICTURE SOURCE � to “ VIDEO ( NORMAL ) � or ( A “ PICTURE SOURCE � to “ FILM � or “ AUTO � . “ VIDEO ( ACTIVE ) � . pg . 47 ) A The picture does not fit The monitor type is not set correctly . Set “ MONITOR TYPE � properly . ( pg . 47 ) the TV screen . The TV is not set correctly . Set the TV properly . No subtitle appears on Some DVDs are programmed to always display no SUBTITLE the TV screen though subtitle initially . If this happens , press on ( A you have selected a — the remote control after starting play . pg . 37 ) certain language as your initial subtitle language . Audio language is Some DVDs are programmed to always use the original AUDIO different from the one language initially . If this happens , press on the ( A you have selected as — remote control after starting play . pg . 37 ) your initial audio language . 5 5
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 56 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM References MP3 Playback PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION A disc cannot be played . No MP3 files are recorded to the disc . Replace the disc . MP3 files do not have the file extension in their file Add correct file extension ( . mp3 , . Mp3 , . mP3 or . MP3 ) ( A names . to their file names . pg . 3 ) MP3 files are not recorded in a format compliant with Replace the disc . ( Record MP3 files using a compliant ISO 9660 Level 1 or 2 . application . ) The different types of files are recorded to the disc . The disc which contains the different types of files may not be played because of its disc characteristics or recording conditions . Not MP3 files but JPEG The MP3 / JPEG setting is set to “ JPEG � . When both MP3 files and JPEG files are recorded to a files are played . disc , set “ MP3 / JPEG � to “ MP3 � to play MP3 files . A ( pg . 47 ) A The MP3 control display No MP3 files or JPEG files are recorded to the disc , or Replace the disc . ( pg . 3 ) appears on the TV the disc is an unplayable disc ( such as CD - ROM ) . screen , but no operation can be performed . JPEG Playback PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION A disc cannot be played . No JPEG files are recorded to the disc . Replace the disc . JPEG files do not have the correct file extension in their Add correct file extension ( . jpg , . jpeg , . JPG , . JPEG or file names . any uppercase and lowercase combination such as ( A “ . Jpg � ) to their file names . pg . 3 ) JPEG files are not recorded in a format compliant with Replace the disc . ( Record JPEG files using a compliant ISO 9660 Level 1 or 2 . application . ) Not JPEG files but MP3 The MP3 / JPEG setting is set to “ MP3 � . When both MP3 files and JPEG files are recorded to a files are played . disc , set “ MP3 / JPEG � to “ JPEG � to play JPEG files . A ( pg . 47 ) FM / AM PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Hard to listen to Antennas are disconnected . Reconnect the antennas correctly and securely . broadcast because of noise . The AM loop antenna is too close to the center unit . Change the position and direction of the AM loop antenna . The supplied FM antenna is not properly extended and Extend the FM antenna to the best position . positioned . A Beat Cut mode is not set properly while listening to an Try to change the Beat Cut mode . ( pg . 26 ) AM broadcast . A Continuous static during The received signal is too weak . Connect an external FM antenna ( pg . 9 ) , or contact FM broadcasts . your dealer . The station is too far away . Select another station . Others PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The video output jack type to watch the DVD playback Set “ M . OUT � properly to watch the DVD playback . One - touch DVD play A is not set correctly . ( pg . 52 ) does not work though you have connected AV COMPU LINK cord correctly . ( A The system suddenly The Sleep Timer or Auto Standby function is activated . Turn the functions off . pg . 19 , 49 ) turns off by itself . NOTE • Problems may be caused by components connected to the center unit , so also read all manuals for the connected components carefully . 5 6
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TH - M42 [ J ] . book Page 57 Wednesday , April 23 , 2003 5 : 58 PM References Multiangle By recording multiple scenes progressing at the same time in a Glossary single title , the user can select view angles . This feature is called Aspect ratio the multiangle function . The ratio of vertical and horizontal sizes of a displayed image . The Multichannel horizontal vs . vertical ratio of conventional TVs is 4 : 3 , and that of DVD is specified to have each sound track constitute one sound wide - screens is 16 : 9 . field . Multichannel refers to a structure of sound tracks having three Chapter or more channels . Refers to individual chapters included in a title . Multilanguage Composite video signal When a title is created to cope with multiple languages , it is generally called a multilanguage title . Refers to video signal comprised of three kinds of signals combined : an image signal made up of luminance and chrominance Parental Lock signals using the frequency multiplication technique ; burst signal A feature of this system to automatically determine whether or not providing the basis for color reproduction ; and synchronization to reproduce particular DVD software by comparing its parental signal . level ( a measure of undesirability of scenes , etc . from educational Component video signal viewpoint ) set for the software beforehand with that set on this system by the user ; if the software’s level is less restrictive than the A video signal system where parts of information necessary for user - set level , it will be reproduced . reproducing image signal comprised of the three primary colors of light are transmitted via separate signal lines . Types of signal , such Playback control ( PBC ) B PR as R / G / B , Y / P / , etc . , are available . Refers to the signal recorded on video CDs or SVCDs for Disc menu controlling reproduction . By using menu screens recorded on a Video CD or SVCD that supports PBC , you can enjoy interactive - A screen display prepared for allowing selection of images , sounds , type software as well as software having a search function . subtitles , multiangles , etc . recorded on a DVD . Progressive scan Interlaced scan Progressive scan displays all the horizontal lines of a picture at one In the conventional video system , a picture is shown on the display time , as a single frame . This system can convert the interlaced monitor in two halves . The Interlaced scan system places lines of video from DVD into progressive format for connection to a the second half of the picture in - between lines of the first half of the progressive display . It dramatically increases the vertical resolution . picture . Region Code JPEG A system for allowing discs to be played back only in the regions A still - picture data compression system proposed by the Joint designated beforehand . All the countries in the world are divided Photographic Expert Group , which features small decrease in into six regions , each region being identified by a specified Region image quality in spite of its high compression ratio . Code ( or region number ) . If the Region Code given to a disc Letter box includes a numeral which matches one in the Region Code of a A method of displaying wide images like movies in the center of a player , the player can play back the disc . 4 : 3 TV screen with no part of the image deleted , by placing black Sampling frequency bands on the top and bottom of the screen . This name has resulted Frequency of sampling data when analog data is converted to from the screen form looking literally like a letter box . digital data . Sampling frequency numerically represents how many Linear PCM ( PCM : Pulse Code Modulation ) times the original analog signal is sampled per second . A system for converting analog sound signal to digital signal for Surround later processing , with no data compression used in conversion . A system for creating three - dimensional sound fields full of realism MP3 by arranging multiple speakers around the listener . A file format with a sound data compression system . “ MP3 � is the Transfer rate abbreviation of Motion Picture Experts Group 1 ( or MPEG - 1 ) The rate of transferring digital data . Usually the measure is in baud Audio Layer 3 . By using MP3 format , one CD - R or CD - RW can per second . The DVD system applies a variable transfer rate system contain about 10 times as much data volume as a regular CD can . for high efficiency . 5 7