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TH-C7
GVT0150-001C
[J/C]
TH-C5
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.
TH-C6
TH-C4/TH-C3
DVD DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEM
Consists of XV-THC7, SP-PWC7,
SP-THC7F, SP-THC7C and SP-THC5S
Consists of XV-THC6, SP-PWC6,
SP-THC6F, SP-THC6C and SP-THC6S
Consists of XV-THC5, SP-PWC5,
SP-THC5F, SP-THC5C and SP-THC5S
Consists of XV-THC4, SP-PWC4,
SP-THC4F, SP-THC4C and SP-THC4S
Consists of XV-THC3, SP-PWC3,
SP-THC3F, SP-THC3C and SP-THC3S
INSTRUCTIONS
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Warnings, Cautions and Others/Mises en garde, précautions et
indications diverses
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.
For Canada
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE
SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
Pour le Canada
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
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.
Pour le Canada
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.
CAUTION!
To avoid personal injury or
accidentally dropping the unit, have
two persons unpack, carry, and install
the unit.
ATTENTION!
Pour éviter toute blessure personnelle
ou toute chute accidentelle de
l'appareil, celui-ci doit être déballé,
transporté et installé par deux
personnes.
SP-THC7: 45 kg/100 lbs
TH-C6: 38 kg/84 lbs
TH-C5: 39 kg/86 lbs
TH-C4: 26 kg/58 lbs
TH-C3: 26 kg/58 lbs
SP-THC7: 45 kg/100 lbs
TH-C6: 38 kg/84 lbs
TH-C5: 39 kg/86 lbs
TH-C4: 26 kg/58 lbs
TH-C3: 26 kg/58 lbs
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Warnings, Cautions and Others/Mises en garde, précautions et indications diverses
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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.
IMPORTANT POUR PRODUITS LASER
1. PRODUIT LASER CLASSE 1
2. ATTENTION: N'ouvrez pas le couvercle
supérieur. Il n'y a aucune pièce réparable par
l'utilisateur à l'intérieur de l'appareil; confiez
toute réparation à un personnel qualifié.
3. ATTENTION: Risque de radiations laser visible
et invisible quand l'appareil est ouvert et que le
système de verrouillage ne fonctionne pas ou a
été mis hors service. Évitez toute exposition
directe au rayon.
4. REPRODUCTION DE L'ÉTIQUETTE:
ÉTIQUETTE DE PRÉCAUTION PLACÉE À
L'INTERIEUR DE L'APPAREIL.
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.
ATTENTION
Afin d'éviter tout risque d'électrocution, d'incendie, etc.:
1. Ne pas enlever les vis ni les panneaux et ne pas
ouvrir le coffret de l'appareil.
2. Ne pas exposer l'appareil à la pluie ni à l'humidité.
CAUTION --
button!
( XV-THC7/ XV-THC6/ XV-
THC5/ XV-THC4/ XV-THC3)
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.
ATTENTION -- Touche
( XV-THC7/ XV-THC6/ XV-
THC5/ XV-THC4/ XV-THC3)
Déconnectez la fiche d'alimentation secteur pour
couper l'alimentation complètement (le témoin
STANDBY s'éteint).
La touche
, dans n'importe quelle position, ne
déconnecte pas le système du secteur.
· Quand le système est en attente, le témoin
STANDBY est allumé en rouge.
· Quand le système est sous tension, le témoin
STANDBY s'éteint.
L'alimentation ne peut pas être télécommandée.
CAUTION
(SP-PWC7/SP-PWC6/SP-
PWC5/SP-PWC4/SP-PWC3)
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.
ATTENTION
(SP-PWC7/SP-PWC6/SP-
PWC5/SP-PWC4/SP-PWC3)
L'alimentation au caisson d'extrêmes graves passe
par l'unité centrale. Le témoin POWER ON vert sur
le caisson d'extrêmes graves s'allume quand le
système est allumé.
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Table of contents
Introduction ..................................... 2
Notes on handling .................................................................2
Supplied accessories ............................................................2
About discs ..................................... 3
Playable disc types ...............................................................3
Notes on file types ................................................................3
Description of parts and controls ... 4
Connections .................................... 7
Connecting the FM and AM antennas ....................................7
Connecting the satellite (front, center, surround) speakers ..... 8
Speaker layout ....................................................................12
Connecting a TV ..................................................................12
Connecting the powered subwoofer ....................................13
Connecting to an analog component ...................................13
Connecting to a digital component .....................................13
Connecting the power cord .................................................13
Operating external components with
the remote control ........................ 14
Operating the TV .................................................................14
Operating the DBS tuner or CATV converter .......................14
Operating the VCR ..............................................................15
Basic operations ........................... 16
Turning the system on/off ...................................................16
Selecting the source to play ................................................17
Adjusting the volume [VOLUME] ........................................17
Listening with headphones (not supplied) ..........................17
Turning off the sound temporarily [MUTING] .....................17
Adjusting the brightness of the indications [DIMMER] .......17
Sleep Timer [SLEEP] ...........................................................18
Adjusting the output level of the subwoofer and speakers ..18
Adjusting the treble sound [TREBLE] ..................................18
Adjusting the bass sound [BASS] .......................................18
Changing the scan mode ....................................................18
Optimizing the speaker settings [Smart Surround Setup] ...19
Playback ........................................ 20
Basic playback ....................................................................20
One Touch Replay ...............................................................22
Fast-forward/fast-reverse search ........................................22
Skip to the beginning of a desired selection .......................22
Locating a desired title/group using number buttons .........23
Playing back a bonus group ................................................23
Selecting the desired title/playlist from the control display .23
Advanced operations .................... 24
Using the surround mode ...................................................24
Using the on-screen bar .....................................................25
Playing from a specified position on a disc .........................27
Using the file control display ..............................................28
Resume Playback ...............................................................29
Selecting a view angle .........................................................29
Selecting the subtitle ..........................................................29
Selecting the audio .............................................................30
Special picture playback .....................................................30
Program Playback ...............................................................32
Random Playback ...............................................................33
Repeat Playback .................................................................33
Tray lock .............................................................................34
Sound and other settings ....................................................35
Setting DVD preferences .............. 36
Using the setup menus .......................................................36
Menu description ................................................................36
Tuner operations ........................... 39
Manual tuning .....................................................................39
Preset tuning ......................................................................40
Selecting the FM reception mode ........................................40
Reducing the noise of AM broadcast ..................................40
AV COMPU LINK remote control
system ........................................... 41
References .................................... 42
Maintenance .......................................................................42
Troubleshooting ..................................................................42
Specifications .....................................................................43
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Introduction
7
Important cautions
Installation of the system
· Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold;
between 5°C and 35°C.
· Leave sufficient distance between the system and the TV.
· Do not use the system in a place subject to vibration.
Power cord
· Do not handle the power cord with wet hands!
· A small amount of power is always consumed while the power
cord is connected to the wall outlet (center unit only).
· When unplugging the power cord from the wall outlet, always
pull on the plug, not the power cord.
To prevent malfunctions of the system
· There are no user-serviceable parts inside. If anything goes
wrong, unplug the power cord and consult your dealer.
· Do not insert any metallic object into the system.
· Do not use any non-standard shape disc (like a heart, flower or
credit card, etc.) available on the market, because it may damage
the system.
· Do not use a disc with tape, stickers, or paste on it, because it
may damage the system.
Note about copyright laws
Check the copyright laws in your country before recording from the
discs. Recording of copyrighted material may infringe copyright
laws.
Note about copyguard system
The discs are protected by copyguard system. When you connect
the system to your VCR directly, the copyguard system activates
and the picture may not be played back correctly.
7
Safety precautions
Avoid moisture, water and dust
Do not place the system in moist or dusty places.
Avoid high temperatures
Do not expose the system to direct sunlight and do not place it near
a heating device.
When you are away
When away on travel or for other reasons for an extended period of
time, disconnect the power cord plugs from the wall outlet.
Do not block the vents
Blocking the vents may damage the system.
Care of the cabinet
When cleaning the system, use a soft cloth and follow the relevant
instructions on the use of chemically-coated cloths. Do not use
benzene, thinner or other organic solvents including disinfectants.
These may cause deformation or discoloring.
If water gets inside the system
Turn the system off and disconnect the power cord plug from the
wall outlet, then call the store where you made your purchase.
Using the system in this condition may cause fire or electrical
shock.
Check to be sure you have all of the supplied accessories.
The number in parentheses is the quantity of the pieces supplied.
If anything is missing, contact your dealer immediately.
· Remote control (1)
· Batteries (2)
· FM antenna (1)
· AM loop antenna (1)
· Power cord (1)
· System cord (1)
· Composite video cord (1)
· Speaker cords (except for TH-C3)
For satellite (front left/right) and center speakers (3)
For satellite speakers (surround left/right) (2)
· Screws
TH-C7 (for satellite speakers):
M4 x 35 mm (8)
TH-C6 (for satellite speakers):
M5 x 25 mm (4)
M4 x 55 mm (12)
TH-C5 (for satellite speakers):
M4 x 40 mm (6)
· Bottom covers (for TH-C6 only)
For satellite speakers (front and surround) (4)
Notes on handling
Paste
Sticker
Label sticker
Supplied accessories
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