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LVT1111-003A
[B]
INSTRUCTIONS
DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM
TH-A25
Consists of XV-THA25 and SP-THA25
SOUND
VOLUME
SOURCE
STANDBY
STANDBY/ON
DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM TH-A25
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Warnings, Cautions and Others
IMPORTANT for the U.K.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug
fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the
cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an
appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your
dealer.
BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved
type, as originally fitted.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off ensure to remove the
fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible
shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow
the instructions given below:
IMPORTANT.
DO NOT make any connection to the terminal which is marked
with the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured green
or green-and-yellow.
The wires in the mains lead on this product are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue :
Neutral
Brown :
Live
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as
follows:
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.
IF IN DOUBT - CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN.
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 ­­STANDBY/ON
switch!
Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely.
The STANDBY/ON
button in any position does not discon-
nect the mains line.
The power can be remote controlled.
CAUTION
· Do not block the ventilation openings or holes.
(If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a newspa-
per or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to get out.)
· Do not place any naked flame sources, such as lighted
candles, on the apparatus.
· When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be
considered and local rules or laws governing the disposal of
these batteries must be followed strictly.
· Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping or
splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus.
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IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS
1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
2. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user
serviceable parts inside the Unit; leave all servicing to qualified
service personnel.
3. CAUTION: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open and
interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam.
4. REPRODUCTION OF LABEL: CAUTION LABEL, PLACED
INSIDE THE UNIT.
Caution: Proper Ventilation
To avoid risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage.
Locate the apparatus as follows:
Front:
No obstructions open spacing.
Sides:
No obstructions in 10 cm from the sides.
Top:
No obstructions in 10 cm from the top.
Back:
No obstructions in 15 cm from the back
Bottom:
No obstructions, place on the level surface.
In addition, maintain the best possible air circulation as illustrated.
XV-THA25
Front
Spacing 15 cm or more
Floor
Stand height 15 cm or more
Wall or obstructions
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
"SOME DOS AND DON'TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT"
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be
taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.
Do read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
Do ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment) are
properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing
connections.
Do consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.
Do be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any way­switch off, withdraw
the mains plug and consult your dealer.
DON'T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
DON'T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has
a standby mode.
Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family know how to do this.
Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people.
DON'T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of traffic safety. It is illegal to watch
television whilst driving.
DON'T listen to headphones at high volume as such use can permanently damage your hearing.
DON'T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings.
Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
DON'T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws -- to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturer's approved
stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.
DON'T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.
ABOVE ALL
-- NEVER let anyone, especially children, push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case -this could result in a fatal
electrical shock.;
-- NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind -- it is better to be safe than sorry!
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Table of Contents
Parts Identification ...................................... 2
Center Unit ................................................................................. 2
Remote Control .......................................................................... 3
Getting Started ........................................... 4
Before Installation ...................................................................... 4
Checking the Supplied Accessories ........................................... 4
Putting Batteries in the Remote Control .................................... 4
Connecting the FM and AM Antennas ....................................... 5
Speaker Layout Diagram ............................................................ 6
Connecting the Speakers ............................................................ 7
Connecting Audio/Video Component ........................................ 8
Basic Disc Operations ................................ 10
1 Turn On the Power ............................................................... 10
2 Select the Source .................................................................. 10
3 Load a Disc .......................................................................... 10
4 Start Playback ...................................................................... 11
5 Adjust the Volume ................................................................ 11
6 Activate Surround ................................................................ 11
Moving to Another Chapter/Track/File .................................... 12
Stopping Playback .................................................................... 12
Basic Tuner Operations .............................. 13
1 Turn On the Power ............................................................... 13
2 Select the Band .................................................................... 13
3 Adjust the Volume ................................................................ 13
4 Tune into a Station ............................................................... 13
Other Basic Operations .............................. 14
Enjoying Sounds from the External Component ..................... 14
Turning Off the Power with the Timer ..................................... 14
Adjusting the Display Brightness ............................................. 14
Creating Realistic Sound Fields ................... 15
Using the Test Tone .................................................................. 15
Adjusting the Sound ................................................................. 15
7 Basic sound adjustment procedure ....................................... 16
Surround Mode Introduction .................................................... 17
7 Dolby Digital and DTS Digital Surround............................. 17
7 Dolby Pro Logic II modes .................................................... 17
Activating the Surround Mode ................................................. 18
Disc Introduction--DVD/VCD/SVCD/CD ...... 19
Disc Playback ............................................ 20
Using the On-Screen Bar ......................................................... 20
7 Showing the On-Screen Bar ................................................. 20
7 Basic operation through the On-Screen Bar ......................... 21
Selecting the Audio Languages ................................................ 22
Selecting the Subtitles .............................................................. 22
Selecting the Playback Channel ............................................... 23
Selecting the Multi-Angle Views ............................................. 23
Checking the Remaining Time ................................................. 23
Disc Menu-Driven Playback .................................................... 24
Moving to a Particular Portion Directly ................................... 25
Searching for a Particular Point ............................................... 25
Repeating Playback .................................................................. 26
7 Repeat Play ........................................................................... 26
7 A­B Repeat........................................................................... 26
Special Picture Playback .......................................................... 27
7 Still Picture/Frame-by-Frame Playback ............................... 27
7 Slow Motion Playback ......................................................... 27
7 Zoom .................................................................................... 27
MP3/JPEG Introduction ............................ 28
MP3/JPEG Playback ................................. 29
Starting Playback ..................................................................... 29
Showing the On-Screen Bar ..................................................... 29
Operations Using the On-Screen Display ................................ 30
Selecting a Particular File/Folder Directly ............................... 31
Repeating Playback .................................................................. 31
Browsing Pictures in the Current Folder .................................. 31
Rotating and Flipping a Picture ................................................ 31
Tuner Operations ....................................... 32
Tuning in Stations .................................................................... 32
Using Preset Tuning ................................................................. 33
Selecting the FM Reception Mode ........................................... 33
Using the RDS (Radio Data System)
to Receive FM Stations ...................................................... 34
Searching for a Program by PTY Codes .................................. 35
Switching to a Selected Program ............................................. 35
7 Description of the PTY codes .............................................. 36
Setting Up the DVD Preferences ................. 37
Setting the System Preferences ................................................ 37
7 The basic procedure to set up the system preferences .......... 38
7 To adjust the DRC (Dynamic Range Compression)............. 38
Setting the Preferences ............................................................. 39
7 The basic procedure to set up preferences ............................ 39
7 To set the parental (rating) level ........................................... 40
7 To change the password ........................................................ 40
7 To release the parental lock temporarily .............................. 41
7 To reset the password to the initial setting ........................... 41
7 Language Code List.............................................................. 41
Operating TV ............................................. 42
Maintenance ............................................. 43
Troubleshooting ......................................... 44
Specifications ............................................ 45
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