For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial
No. which are located either on the rear,
bottom or side of the cabinet. Retain this
information for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
LVT0958-002A
[B]
INSTRUCTIONS
DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM
TH-A75R
Consists of XV-THA75R, SP-WA75, SP-XSA75, and SP-XCA75
STANDBY
COMPACT
SUPER VIDEO
DIGITAL·EX
PRO LOGIC
DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM
RGB
PHONES
SOURCE
- VOLUME +
RMSTHA75R
DVD CINEMA SYSTEM
CHANNEL/ZOOM
VOLUME
TV VOL
TUNING
STOP
DIMMER
PAUSE
FF/
/REW
TV/VIDEO
1
MUTING
¡
REC
PLAY
DOWN
UP
MEMORY
STROBE
DVD
VCR 1
AUDIO
VIDEO/
TV SOUND
ANGLE
FM/AM
SUBTITLE
DECODE
RETURN
DIGEST
VFP
TOP MENU
MENU
CONTROL
EFFECT
S.WFR
TEST
SLEEP
TV
VCR
SETTING
TV RETURN
ENTER
ON
SCREEN
CHOICE
FM MODE
12
3
45
6
78
9
10
0
+10
100+
TV
AUDIO
VCR
SOUND
PTY SEARCH
DVD
RDS
TA/NEWS/INFO
PTY
(
PTY
9
RDS DISPLAY
SURROUND
OFF
DSP
CENTER
+
+
+
+
SURR-L
SURR-R
S-BACK
+
ADJUST
O.T.
REPLAY
XV-THA75R
SP-WA75
SP-XSA75 and SP-XCA75
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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
· Do not block the ventilation openings or holes.
(If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a
newspaper 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.
Caution
button!
Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely.
The
button in any position does not disconnect the mains line.
The power can be remote controlled.
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Caution: Proper Ventilation
To avoid risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage,
locate the apparatus as follows:
Front:
No obstructions open spacing.
Sides:
No obstructions in 10 cm from the sides.
Top:
No obstructions in 15 cm from the top.
Back:
No obstructions in 20 cm from the back.
Bottom:
No obstructions, place on the level surface.
In addition, maintain the best possible air circulation as illustrated.
IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS
REPRODUCTION OF LABELS
1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
2. CAUTION: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open and
interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam.
3. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user
serviceable parts inside the unit; leave all servicing to qualified
service personnel.
1 CLASSIFICATION LABEL, PLACED ON EXTERIOR SURFACE
2 WARNING LABEL, PLACED INSIDE THE UNIT
Wall or
obstructions
Floor
Front
XV-THA75R
Spacing 20 cm or more
Stand height
15 cm or more
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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 covers 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
Introduction ........................................... 2
About this manual ............................................................. 2
Precautions ........................................................................ 2
Checking the supplied accessories ................................. 2
Names of parts and controls .................. 3
Center unit .......................................................................... 3
Remote control ................................................................... 4
About discs ............................................ 5
Playable disc types ............................................................ 5
Disc structure ..................................................................... 6
Playback Control function (PBC)
--Only for VCD and SVCD ........................................... 6
Getting started ...................................... 7
Connections ....................................................................... 7
Connecting a TV ................................................................. 7
Connecting the AM (MW) and FM antennas ..................... 8
Connecting the satellite speakers and subwoofer ........... 10
Installing the satellite speakers on the wall ...................... 12
Connecting video components ........................................ 13
Connecting the power cord .............................................. 14
Using the remote control ................................................ 15
Putting batteries in the remote control .............................. 15
Operating the system using the remote control ............... 15
Operating a TV using the remote control ......................... 16
Basic operations .................................. 17
Turning on the system ..................................................... 17
Selecting the source to play ........................................... 17
Adjusting the volume ...................................................... 18
Adjusting the output level of subwoofer ....................... 18
Turning off the sound temporarily ................................. 18
Adjusting the brightness ................................................ 18
Turning off the power with the sleep timer .................... 19
Changing the analog/digital input mode and
decoding mode ........................................................... 19
Storing basic adjustments--auto memory .................... 19
Basic DVD player operations ................ 20
Tuner operations .................................. 22
Tuning in to stations manually ....................................... 22
Using preset tuning ......................................................... 22
Selecting the FM reception mode .................................. 23
Reducing the noise of AM (MW) broadcast ................... 23
Using the RDS (Radio Data System) to receive FM
stations ........................................................................ 24
Searching for a program by PTY codes ......................... 25
Switching to a broadcast program of your choice
temporarily .................................................................. 26
Basic settings ....................................... 28
Operating procedure ....................................................... 28
Setting speaker sizes ...................................................... 28
Selecting the channel number to reproduce
multi-channel digital software .................................. 28
Setting the speaker distance .......................................... 29
Setting the crossover frequency .................................... 29
Setting the phase of subwoofer ..................................... 29
Audio adjustments ............................... 30
Operating procedure ....................................................... 30
Adjusting the tone ........................................................... 30
Setting the level of the low frequency effect attenuator ... 30
Setting the dynamic range .............................................. 30
Reinforcing the bass sound ............................................ 30
Setting the subwoofer audio position ............................ 30
Adjusting the front speakers balance ............................ 30
Creating realistic sound fields .............. 31
Surround modes .............................................................. 31
DSP modes ....................................................................... 33
Using Surround mode .................................................... 35
Using DSP Mode .............................................................. 35
Adjusting sound .............................................................. 36
DVD player operations ........................ 37
Using the on-screen bar .................................................. 37
Showing the on-screen bar .............................................. 37
Basic operation through the on-screen bar ...................... 38
Changing the time information ....................................... 38
Locating a particular scene from the disc menu .......... 39
Locating a particular scene from the DVD menu ............. 39
Locating a particular scene from
the VCD/SVCD menu with PBC .................................. 39
Selecting a view angle ..................................................... 40
Selecting a view angle ..................................................... 40
Showing all view angles on the TV ................................... 40
Changing the subtitle and audio languages ................. 41
Selecting the subtitle language ........................................ 41
Selecting the audio language .......................................... 41
Selecting the audio channel ............................................. 42
Playing from a particular position .................................. 43
Locating a particular chapterChapter search .............. 43
Locating a particular positionTime search ................... 43
Locating a particular scene--DIGEST ............................. 44
Special picture playback ................................................. 45
Frame-by-frame playback ................................................ 45
Showing continuous still pictures ..................................... 45
Playing back in slow-motion ............................................. 46
Zooming in and out .......................................................... 46
Changing the VFP setting ................................................. 47
Playing back in the desired order--Program play ........ 48
Playing back in random order--Random play .............. 48
Repeat play ....................................................................... 49
Repeating title, chapter, or tracks .................................... 49
Repeating a particular portion--A-B repeat ..................... 49
MP3 disc playback .............................. 50
Basic operation ................................................................ 50
Operating through the MP3 CONTROL screen ............. 51
JPEG disc playback .............................. 52
Slide-show ........................................................................ 52
Operating through the JPEG CONTROL screen ........... 53
Using the choice menus ........................ 54
Choice menus .................................................................. 54
Configuration of the choice menus .................................. 54
Operation buttons for the choice menus .......................... 54
Basic operating procedure ............................................... 55
LANGUAGE menu ............................................................ 56
PICTURE menu ................................................................ 57
AUDIO menu ..................................................................... 58
SPK. SETTING menu ....................................................... 59
OTHERS menu ................................................................ 60
Restricting playback--Parental Lock ............................. 61
Setting Parental Lock ........................................................ 61
Changing the setting of Parental Lock ............................. 62
Releasing Parental Lock temporarily ................................ 62
Operating other manufacturers' VCR ... 64
Maintenance ........................................ 65
Troubleshooting ................................... 66
Glossary .............................................. 69
Specifications ....................................... 70
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