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JVC EX-A1 Instructions Manual

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COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM
微型组合系统
EX-A1
Consists of CA-EXA1 and SP-EXA1
由 CA-EXA1 和 SP-EXA1 组成
INSTRUCTIONS
使用说明书
中
文
LVT1284-008A
[US, UB]

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  • Page 1 COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM 微型组合系统 EX-A1 Consists of CA-EXA1 and SP-EXA1 由 CA-EXA1 和 SP-EXA1 组成 INSTRUCTIONS 使用说明书 中 文 LVT1284-008A [US, UB]...

  • Page 2: Important For Laser Products

    Warnings, cautions and others / 警告，注意及其他须知事项 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 — F button! Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely (the STANDBY lamp goes off).
  • Page 3 CAUTION — Proper Ventilation To avoid risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage, locate the apparatus as follows: Top/Front/Back/Sides: No obstructions should be placed in the areas shown by the dimensions below. Bottom: Place on the level surface. Maintain adequate air path for ventilation by placing on a stand with a height of 10 cm more.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction Warnings, cautions and others...G-1 Special cautions ...2 About discs...3 To select the color system...5 Description of parts ...6 Getting started Using the remote control ...7 Putting the batteries in the remote control ... 7 Operating the TV using the remote control... 8 Connecting up ...9 Basic operations Playing discs ...13...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Special cautions Notes on handling 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 •...

  • Page 6: About Discs

    About discs Playable disc types This system has been designed to play back the following discs: DVD VIDEO, DVD AUDIO, VCD, SVCD, CD This system can also play back the following discs: • Finalized DVD-R/RW discs recorded in the DVD VIDEO format.

  • Page 7: Disc Structure

    Disc structure DVD VIDEO A DVD VIDEO consists of “titles” and each title may be divided into “chapters”. Title 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 DVD AUDIO A DVD AUDIO consists of “groups” and each group may be divided into “tracks”.

  • Page 8: To Select The Color System

    To select the color system This system is compatible with PAL and NTSC color systems. In standby mode, select PAL or NTSC to match your TV. If the VIDEO OUT SELECT switch is switched over when the power is ON, turn off the power, and then turn it on again.

  • Page 9: Description Of Parts

    Description of parts The numbers represent the page numbers. Front panel Play/Pause:13, 15 12,13 STANDBY/ON : 13 Open/Close : 13 PHONES Headphones jack* * Connect a pair of headphones (commercially available) with a stereo mini plug. If the headphones are connected, the speakers and subwoofer will not produce any sound.

  • Page 10: Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control The numbers represent the page numbers. 16, 18 15, 33 20, 29 34, 35 Putting the batteries in the remote control One touch replay: 16 Remote control mode selector: 8 15, 33 20, 29 Number buttons: 8, 16 If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases, replace the batteries.

  • Page 11: Operating The Tv Using The Remote Control

    This page is for when operating your TV using the remote control of this product. Operating the TV using the remote control Setting the manufacturer's code Slide the remote control mode selector to the TV side. Keep pressing down F TV. NOTE Keep pressing down F TV until Step 4 is complete.

  • Page 12: Connecting Up

    Connecting up Connecting antennas Connecting AM loop antenna (supplied) Set up the AM loop antenna. Connect antenna cords. Main unit How to insert antenna cords (rear panel) Connect two antenna cords as described above. If the antenna cord is covered with vinyl on the Black White tip, twist and pull the vinyl...

  • Page 13: Connecting Speakers

    Connecting up Connecting speakers There is no difference between the left and right speakers. Speaker cord Speaker terminal Speaker cord (supplied) Without black line With black line Main unit (rear panel) Right speaker (rear panel) CAUTION • DO NOT connect more than one speaker to one speaker terminal.

  • Page 14: Connecting Other Devices

    Connecting up (continued) Connecting other devices This page is for when connecting the main unit with other devices. Connecting subwoofer With an amplifier-built in subwoofer (sold separately), you can enjoy a more dynamic bass sound. Refer to the manual of the subwoofer for details. Amplifier-built-in subwoofer (sold separately) Connecting with other audio device...

  • Page 15: Connecting With Tv

    Connecting up Connecting with TV Supplied composite video cord CAUTION Connect the main unit directly with a TV (or a monitor) without routing through a VCR. Otherwise it may cause picture distortion while playing. Main unit Connecting directly Also, when connecting the main unit to a TV with a VCR built in, there may be picture distortion while playing.

  • Page 16: Playing Discs

    Playing discs Playback • The power will be turned on when any of on the main unit and on the remote control is pressed while the power is off. If any button other than pressed, the source will also be changed (if there is a disc loaded, playback will start).

  • Page 17: To Switch The Display

    Display window during disc playback Example: When a DVD VIDEO or DVD AUDIO is played If “BONUS” or “B.S.P.” is displayed during a DVD AUDIO playback, refer to page 28. Example: When a SVCD or VCD is played • PBC (Play Back Control): A signal recorded in a VCD (version 2.0) for controlling playback.

  • Page 18: Select What You Want To Play By Using The Number Buttons

    Playing discs (continued) Select what you want to play by using the number buttons NOTE • Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO before using the number buttons. • For a VCD or SVCD, this operation can be carried out when the disc is stopped, or during playback without the PBC function.

  • Page 19: Playing Back From A Position 10 Seconds

    Playing back from a position 10 seconds before (One Touch Replay) Press during playback. NOTE • This operation may not be carried out for some discs. • It is not possible to go back to the immediately previous title. Slow Motion Playback Press SLOW or SLOW pause.

  • Page 20: To Change The Brightness Of The Display Window (Dimmer)

    Playing discs (continued) To change the brightness of the display window (DIMMER) Press DIMMER repeatedly. • The modified brightness will be stored even after the power is turned off. The items below can be carried out for all sources. Adjusting the volume Press AUDIO VOL +/–.
  • Page 21 Playback Display of an MP3 disc is described here as an example. For a JPEG disc, read “track” as “file”. NOTE When playing a disc containing both MP3 and JPEG files, set one of them to be played ( Load a disc. Elapsed time of the track currently being TV screen played (MP3 only).

  • Page 22: Resume Playback

    Resume Playback When playback is stopped in the middle, playback can be started from the stopped scene. This is called Resume function. How to suspend playback Perform any of the following operations during playback. Press 7 once.* Press F AUDIO to turn off the power. Change the source to FM/AM or AUX.* * Even if the power is turned off by pressing F AUDIO after this, the position where playback...

  • Page 23: Select The Scene To Be Played

    Select the scene to be played NOTE Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO before using the number buttons. Select from the menu Press MENU or TOP MENU while the disc is stopped or during playback • The disc menu screen will be displayed. •...

  • Page 24: Program Playback/Random Playback

    Program Playback/Random Playback NOTE Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO before using the number buttons. Play the disc in the desired order (Program Playback) It is possible to program a maximum of 99 tracks or chapters. The same track or chapter can be programmed more than once.

  • Page 25: Random Playback

    To program on the display window on the main unit, operate as follows. (1) Select a group/title using the number buttons. Display example of the upper display window: T2 C-- (2) Designate a track/chapter number using the number buttons. Display example of the upper display window: T2 C3 •...

  • Page 26: Repeat Playback

    Repeat Playback Refer to page 18 for Repeat Playback of MP3 and JPEG files. Playing the title/chapter/ group/track/all tracks repeatedly (REPEAT) Press REPEAT during playback. Each time you press the button, the Repeat type will be alternated. Example: TV screen Display window on the main unit CHAP For DVD VIDEO...
  • Page 27 Playing the designated part repeatedly (A-B Repeat Playback) Press ON SCREEN twice during playback. The menu bar (A page 29) will be displayed. Press cursor2 /3 to select Press ENTER. Press cursor5 // to display Other Repeat modes can be selected here. For other Repeat modes, refer to “Playing the title/chapter/group/track/all tracks repeatedly (REPEAT)”...

  • Page 28: Other Convenient Functions

    Other convenient functions Selecting the subtitles (only for moving image) Press SUBTITLE during playback of a disc containing subtitles in several languages. Example: • Each time you press the button, the subtitle will be alternated between ON/OFF. Press cursor5 // to select a subtitle language.

  • Page 29: Enlarging The Picture (Zoom)

    Enlarging the picture (ZOOM) (only for moving image) Press ZOOM during playback or while paused. • Each time you press the button, the picture magnification will be changed. • (For a JPEG) You cannot change the picture magnification during slide-show playback.

  • Page 30: Creating Realistic Sound (Virtual Surround)

    Other convenient functions (continued) Creating realistic sound (VIRTUAL SURROUND) The two speakers produce an effect resembling surround-sound. Press VIRTUAL SURROUND during playback. Example: • Each time you press the button, the display toggles as follows. ACTION : Suitable for action movies, sport programs or other lively programs.

  • Page 31: Functions Specific To Dvd Audio

    Functions specific to DVD AUDIO NOTE Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO before using the number buttons. Playing the Bonus Group There are some DVD AUDIO discs with a special group, called “Bonus Group”, recorded. NOTE This operation can be carried out when “BONUS” is lit on the display window on the main unit.

  • Page 32: Using The Menu Bar

    Using the menu bar NOTE • Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO before using the number buttons. • This operation can be carried out when there is a disc loaded. There are some functions that may not work while the disc is stopped. Press ON SCREEN twice.

  • Page 33: Preferences

    Preferences The initial settings of the system can be changed according to the environment the system is used in. NOTE • Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO before using the number buttons. • The top and bottom of the preference screen may not be displayed on a wide TV.
  • Page 34 Preferences (continued) AUDIO Items Contents ( DIGITAL Select an output signal type from the AUDIO following in accordance with the device OUTPUT connected to the digital audio output terminal (AV amplifier, etc.). (See the list below for the preference items and output signal.) PCM ONLY: Device corresponding only to linear PCM.

  • Page 35: Country/Area Codes

    Country/Area codes Andorra United Arab Emirates Afghanistan Antigua and Barbuda Anguilla Albania Armenia Netherlands Antilles Angola Antarctica Argentina American Samoa Austria Australia Aruba Azerbaijan Bosnia and Herzegovina Barbados Bangladesh Belgium Burkina Faso Bulgaria Bahrain Burundi Benin Bermuda Brunei Darussalam Bolivia Brazil Bahamas Bhutan...

  • Page 36: Listening To A Radio Broadcast

    Listening to a radio broadcast Setting the AM tuner interval spacing Some countries space AM stations 9 kHz apart, and other countries use 10 kHz spacing. On the main unit ONLY: F STANDBY/ON button PHONES ¢ To select 10 kHz intervals, while holing down ¢ on the main unit in Standby mode, press F STANDBY/ON on the main unit to turn on the power.

  • Page 37: Tuning In To A Preset Station

    Tuning in to a preset station Presetting stations in the system allows you to easily tune in to a station. NOTE Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO before using the number buttons. Presetting stations The system stores up to 30 FM stations and up to 15 AM stations.

  • Page 38: Listening To The Sound Of Other Audio Device

    Listening to the sound of other audio device Connect the other audio device to this system in advance (A page 11). Press AUX. The source changes to AUX. Play the other audio device. For details, refer to the manual of the device connected.

  • Page 39: Sleep Timer

    Sleep Timer When the time you specify elapses, the system will be turned off by itself. Press SLEEP. Each time you press the button, the time indicated on the display window on the main unit changes (in minutes). Example: When Sleep Timer is set to 60 minutes (Blinking) Sleep Timer will be automatically set in a few...

  • Page 40: Using Av Compu Link

    Using AV COMPU LINK When the TV set or device to be connected is a JVC product equipped with the AV COMPU LINK- II or -III jack, connecting them to the AV COMPU LINK jack on the system will allow you to control the other devices by operating one device.

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting When you encounter a problem that seems to be a fault, check the following points before contacting your JVC service center: Power source 7 Power does not come on. • The power cord is not connected to the main unit or an AC outlet.

  • Page 42: Language Codes

    Troubleshooting (continued) Others 7 It is not possible to switch audio or subtitles between languages. • The disc does not contain 2 or more languages. → If only a single language is recorded on the disc, switching to another language is impossible.

  • Page 43: Specifications

    Specifications General Power source: AC 110 – 240 V Hz/60 Hz (except for Hong Kong) Ó AC 220 V (for Hong Kong only) Power consumption: 24 W (in operation) 1.1 W (on standby) Weight: 3.0 kg External dimensions (W M H M D): 232 mm M 100 mm M 269 mm DVD player Playable discs: DVD VIDEO, DVD AUDIO, VCD,...
  • Page 44 EN, CS 2004 Victor Company of Japan, Limited 1004SKMMODJSC...
  • Page 45 COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM SISTEMAS DE COMPONENTES COMPACTOS SISTEMA DE COMPONENTES COMPACTOS EX-A1 Consists of CA-EXA1 and SP-EXA1 Consiste de CA-EXA1 y SP-EXA1 Consiste em CA-EXA1 e SP-EXA1 INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES INSTRUÇÕES LVT1095-014A [UW]...
  • Page 46 Warnings, cautions and others/Avisos, precauciones y otras notas/Advertêcias, precauções e outras notas 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. PRECAUTION Para reducir el riesgo de descargas eléctricas, fuego, etc.: 1.
  • Page 47 CAUTION — Proper Ventilation To avoid risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage, locate the apparatus as follows: Top/Front/Back/Sides: No obstructions should be placed in the areas shown by the dimensions below. Bottom: Place on the level surface. Maintain adequate air path for ventilation by placing on a stand with a height of 10 cm more.
  • Page 48 Table of contents Introduction Warnings, cautions and others...G-1 Special cautions ...2 About discs...3 To select the color system...5 Description of parts ...6 Getting started Using the remote control ...7 Putting the batteries in the remote control ... 7 Operating the TV using the remote control... 8 Connecting up ...9 Basic operations Playing discs ...13...

  • Page 49: Introduction

    Special cautions Notes on handling 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 •...

  • Page 50: About Discs

    About discs Playable disc types This system has been designed to play back the following discs: DVD VIDEO, DVD AUDIO, VCD, SVCD, CD This system can also play back the following discs: • Finalized DVD-R/RW discs recorded in the DVD VIDEO format.
  • Page 51 Disc structure DVD VIDEO A DVD VIDEO consists of “titles” and each title may be divided into “chapters”. Title 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 DVD AUDIO A DVD AUDIO consists of “groups” and each group may be divided into “tracks”.

  • Page 52: To Select The Color System

    To select the color system This system is compatible with PAL and NTSC color systems. In standby mode, select PAL or NTSC to match your TV. If the VIDEO OUT SELECT switch is switched over when the power is ON, turn off the power, and then turn it on again.

  • Page 53: Description Of Parts

    Description of parts The numbers represent the page numbers. Front panel Play/Pause:13, 15 12,13 STANDBY/ON : 13 Open/Close : 13 PHONES Headphones jack* * Connect a pair of headphones (commercially available) with a stereo mini plug. If the headphones are connected, the speakers and subwoofer will not produce any sound.

  • Page 54: Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control The numbers represent the page numbers. 16, 18 15, 33 20, 29 34, 35 Putting the batteries in the remote control One touch replay: 16 Remote control mode selector: 8 15, 33 20, 29 Number buttons: 8, 16 If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases, replace the batteries.

  • Page 55: Operating The Tv Using The Remote Control

    This page is for when operating your TV using the remote control of this product. Operating the TV using the remote control Setting the manufacturer's code Slide the remote control mode selector to the TV side. Keep pressing down F TV. NOTE Keep pressing down F TV until Step 4 is complete.

  • Page 56: Connecting Up

    Connecting up – Do not turn on the power until the connection is complete – Connecting antennas Connecting AM loop antenna (supplied) Set up the AM loop antenna. Connect antenna cords. Main unit How to insert antenna cords (rear panel) Connect two antenna cords as described above.
  • Page 57 Connecting up Connecting speakers There is no difference between the left and right speakers. Speaker cord Speaker terminal Speaker cord (supplied) Without black line With black line Main unit (rear panel) Right speaker (rear panel) CAUTION • DO NOT connect more than one speaker to one speaker terminal.
  • Page 58 Connecting up (continued) Connecting other devices This page is for when connecting the main unit with other devices. Connecting subwoofer With an amplifier-built in subwoofer (sold separately), you can enjoy a more dynamic bass sound. Refer to the manual of the subwoofer for details. Amplifier-built-in subwoofer (sold separately) Connecting with other audio device...
  • Page 59 Connecting up Connecting with TV Supplied composite video cord CAUTION Connect the main unit directly with a TV (or a monitor) without routing through a VCR. Otherwise it may cause picture distortion while playing. Main unit Connecting directly Also, when connecting the main unit to a TV with a VCR built in, there may be picture distortion while playing.

  • Page 60: Playing Discs

    Playing discs Playback • The power will be turned on when any of on the main unit and on the remote control is pressed while the power is off. If any button other than pressed, the source will also be changed (if there is a disc loaded, playback will start).

  • Page 61: To Switch The Display

    Display window during disc playback Example: When a DVD VIDEO or DVD AUDIO is played If “BONUS” or “B.S.P.” is displayed during a DVD AUDIO playback, refer to page 28. Example: When a SVCD or VCD is played • PBC (Play Back Control): A signal recorded in a VCD (version 2.0) for controlling playback.

  • Page 62: Select What You Want To Play By Using The Number Buttons

    Playing discs (continued) Select what you want to play by using the number buttons NOTE • Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO before using the number buttons. • For a VCD or SVCD, this operation can be carried out when the disc is stopped, or during playback without the PBC function.

  • Page 63: Playing Back From A Position 10 Seconds

    Playing back from a position 10 seconds before (One Touch Replay) Press during playback. NOTE • This operation may not be carried out for some discs. • It is not possible to go back to the immediately previous title. Slow Motion Playback Press SLOW or SLOW pause.

  • Page 64: To Change The Brightness Of The Display Window (Dimmer)

    Playing discs (continued) To change the brightness of the display window (DIMMER) Press DIMMER repeatedly. • The modified brightness will be stored even after the power is turned off. The items below can be carried out for all sources. Adjusting the volume Press AUDIO VOL +/–.
  • Page 65 Playback Display of an MP3 disc is described here as an example. For a JPEG disc, read “track” as “file”. NOTE When playing a disc containing both MP3 and JPEG files, set one of them to be played ( Load a disc. Elapsed time of the track currently being TV screen played (MP3 only).

  • Page 66: Resume Playback

    Resume Playback When playback is stopped in the middle, playback can be started from the stopped scene. This is called Resume function. How to suspend playback Perform any of the following operations during playback. Press 7 once.* Press F AUDIO to turn off the power. Change the source to FM/AM or AUX.* * Even if the power is turned off by pressing F AUDIO after this, the position where playback...

  • Page 67: Select The Scene To Be Played

    Select the scene to be played NOTE Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO before using the number buttons. Select from the menu Press MENU or TOP MENU while the disc is stopped or during playback The disc menu screen will be displayed. Press cursor 5 // /2 /3 (only for a DVD VIDEO or DVD AUDIO) or the number buttons to select...

  • Page 68: Program Playback/Random Playback

    Program Playback/Random Playback NOTE Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO before using the number buttons. Play the disc in the desired order (Program Playback) It is possible to program a maximum of 99 chapters or tracks. The same chapter or track can be programmed more than once.
  • Page 69 To program on the display window on the main unit, operate as follows. (1) Select a title/group using the number buttons. Display example of the upper display window: T2 C-- (2) Designate a chapter/track number using the number buttons. Display example of the upper display window: T2 C3 •...

  • Page 70: Repeat Playback

    Repeat Playback Refer to page 18 for Repeat Playback of MP3 and JPEG files. Playing the title/chapter/ group/track/all tracks repeatedly (REPEAT) Press REPEAT during playback. Each time you press the button, the Repeat type will be alternated. Example: Display window on the main unit TV screen CHAP For DVD VIDEO...
  • Page 71 Playing the designated part repeatedly (A-B Repeat Playback) Press ON SCREEN twice during playback. The menu bar (A page 29) will be displayed. Press cursor2 /3 to select Press ENTER. Press cursor5 // to display Other Repeat modes can be selected here. For other Repeat modes, refer to “Playing the title/chapter/group/track/all tracks repeatedly (REPEAT)”...

  • Page 72: Other Convenient Functions

    Other convenient functions Selecting the subtitles (only for moving image) Press SUBTITLE during playback of a disc containing subtitles in several languages. Example: • Each time you press the button, the subtitle will be alternated between ON/OFF. Press cursor5 // to select a subtitle language.

  • Page 73: Enlarging The Picture (Zoom)

    Enlarging the picture (ZOOM) (only for moving image) Press ZOOM during playback or while paused. • Each time you press the button, the picture magnification will be changed ( for a VCD and SVCD). Select the portion you want to see by using cursor 5 // /2 /3 .

  • Page 74: Creating Realistic Sound (Virtual Surround)

    Other convenient functions (continued) Creating realistic sound (VIRTUAL SURROUND) NOTE Virtual Surround can be set only for multi-channel sound (AC3, LPCM, PPCM and DTS). Virtual Surround cannot be set for 2 channel audio such as PCM stereo or Dolby Surround. Press VIRTUAL SURROUND during playback.

  • Page 75: Functions Specific To Dvd Audio

    Functions specific to DVD AUDIO NOTE Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO before using the number buttons. Playing the Bonus Group There are some DVD AUDIO discs with a special group, called “Bonus Group”, recorded. NOTE This operation can be carried out when “BONUS” is lit on the display window on the main unit.

  • Page 76: Using The Menu Bar

    Using the menu bar NOTE • Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO before using the number buttons. • This operation can be carried out when there is a disc loaded. There are some functions that may not work while the disc is stopped. Press ON SCREEN twice.

  • Page 77: Preferences

    Preferences The initial settings of the system can be changed according to the environment the system is used NOTE • Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO before using the number buttons. • The top and bottom of the preference screen may not be displayed on a wide TV.
  • Page 78 Preferences (continued) AUDIO Items Contents ( DIGITAL Select an output signal type from the AUDIO following in accordance with the device OUTPUT connected to the digital audio output terminal (AV amplifier, etc.). (See the list below for the preference items and output signal.) PCM ONLY: Device corresponding only to linear PCM.

  • Page 79: Country/Area Codes

    Country/Area codes Andorra United Arab Emirates Afghanistan Antigua and Barbuda Anguilla Albania Armenia Netherlands Antilles Angola Antarctica Argentina American Samoa Austria Australia Aruba Azerbaijan Bosnia and Herzegovina Barbados Bangladesh Belgium Burkina Faso Bulgaria Bahrain Burundi Benin Bermuda Brunei Darussalam Bolivia Brazil Bahamas Bhutan...

  • Page 80: Listening To A Radio Broadcast

    Listening to a radio broadcast Setting the AM tuner interval spacing Some countries space AM stations 9 kHz apart, and other countries use 10 kHz spacing. On the main unit ONLY: F STANDBY/ON button PHONES ¢ To select 10 kHz intervals, while holing down ¢ on the main unit in Standby mode, press F STANDBY/ON on the main unit to turn on the power.

  • Page 81: Tuning In To A Preset Station

    Tuning in to a preset station Presetting stations in the system allows you to easily tune in to a station. NOTE Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO before using the number buttons. Presetting stations The system stores up to 30 FM stations and up to 15 AM stations.

  • Page 82: Listening To The Sound Of Other Audio Device

    Listening to the sound of other audio device Connect the other audio device to this system in advance (A page 11). Press AUX. The source changes to AUX. Play the other audio device. For details, refer to the manual of the device connected.

  • Page 83: Sleep Timer

    Sleep Timer When the time you specify elapses, the system will be turned off by itself. Press SLEEP. Each time you press the button, the time indicated on the display window on the main unit changes (in minutes). Example: When Sleep Timer is set to 60 minutes (Blinking) Sleep Timer will be automatically set in a few...

  • Page 84: Using Av Compu Link

    Using AV COMPU LINK When the TV set or device to be connected is a JVC product equipped with the AV COMPU LINK- II or -III jack, connecting them to the AV COMPU LINK jack on the system will allow you to control the other devices by operating one device.

  • Page 85: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting When you encounter a problem that seems to be a fault, check the following points before contacting your JVC service center: Power source 7 Power does not come on. • The power cord is not connected to the main unit or an AC outlet.

  • Page 86: Language Codes

    Troubleshooting (continued) Others 7 It is not possible to switch audio or subtitles between languages. • The disc does not contain 2 or more languages. → If only a single language is recorded on the disc, switching to another language is impossible.

  • Page 87: Specifications

    Specifications General Power source: AC 110 240 V 50 Hz/60 Hz Power consumption: 24 W (in operation) 1.1 W (on standby) Weight: 3.0 kg External dimensions (W M H M D): 232 mm M 100 mm M269 mm DVD player Playable discs: DVD VIDEO, DVD AUDIO, VCD, Super VCD, CD, CD-R/RW (CD, VCD, MP3, JPEG format), DVD-R/...
  • Page 88 EN, SP, PR 2004 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED 0204SKMMODJSC...
  • Page 89 COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM EX-A1 Consists of CA-EXA1 and SP-EXA1 INSTRUCTIONS LVT1284-015A [UJ]...
  • Page 90 Warnings, cautions and others 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 — F button! Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely (the STANDBY lamp goes off).
  • Page 91 CAUTION — Proper Ventilation To avoid risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage, locate the apparatus as follows: Top/Front/Back/Sides: No obstructions should be placed in the areas shown by the dimensions below. Bottom: Place on the level surface. Maintain adequate air path for ventilation by placing on a stand with a height of 10 cm more.
  • Page 92 Table of contents Introduction Warnings, cautions and others...G-1 Special cautions ...2 About discs...3 Description of parts ...6 Getting started Using the remote control ...7 Putting the batteries in the remote control ... 7 Operating the TV using the remote control... 8 Connecting up ...9 Basic operations Playing discs ...13...

  • Page 93: Introduction

    Special cautions Notes on handling 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 •...

  • Page 94: About Discs

    About discs Playable disc types This system has been designed to play back the following discs: DVD VIDEO, DVD AUDIO, VCD, SVCD, CD This system can also play back the following discs: • Finalized DVD-R/RW discs recorded in the DVD VIDEO format.
  • Page 95 Disc structure DVD VIDEO A DVD VIDEO consists of “titles” and each title may be divided into “chapters”. Title 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 DVD AUDIO A DVD AUDIO consists of “groups” and each group may be divided into “tracks”.
  • Page 96 Memo...

  • Page 97: Description Of Parts

    Description of parts The numbers represent the page numbers. Front panel Play/Pause:13, 15 12,13 STANDBY/ON : 13 Open/Close : 13 PHONES Headphones jack* * Connect a pair of headphones (commercially available) with a stereo mini plug. If the headphones are connected, the speakers and subwoofer will not produce any sound.

  • Page 98: Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control The numbers represent the page numbers. 16, 18 15, 33 20, 29 34, 35 Putting the batteries in the remote control One touch replay: 16 Remote control mode selector: 8 15, 33 20, 29 Number buttons: 8, 16 If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases, replace the batteries.

  • Page 99: Operating The Tv Using The Remote Control

    This page is for when operating your TV using the remote control of this product. Operating the TV using the remote control Setting the manufacturer's code Slide the remote control mode selector to the TV side. Keep pressing down F TV. NOTE Keep pressing down F TV until Step 4 is complete.

  • Page 100: Connecting Up

    Connecting up Connecting antennas Connecting AM loop antenna (supplied) Set up the AM loop antenna. Connect antenna cords. Main unit How to insert antenna cords (rear panel) Connect two antenna cords as described above. If the antenna cord is covered with vinyl on the Black White tip, twist and pull the vinyl...
  • Page 101 Connecting up Connecting speakers There is no difference between the left and right speakers. Speaker cord Speaker terminal Speaker cord (supplied) Without black line With black line Main unit (rear panel) Right speaker (rear panel) CAUTION • DO NOT connect more than one speaker to one speaker terminal.
  • Page 102 Connecting up (continued) Connecting other devices This page is for when connecting the main unit with other devices. Connecting subwoofer With an amplifier-built in subwoofer (sold separately), you can enjoy a more dynamic bass sound. Refer to the manual of the subwoofer for details. Amplifier-built-in subwoofer (sold separately) Connecting with other audio device...
  • Page 103 Connecting up Connecting with TV Supplied composite video cord CAUTION Connect the main unit directly with a TV (or a monitor) without routing through a VCR. Otherwise it may cause picture distortion while playing. Main unit Connecting directly Also, when connecting the main unit to a TV with a VCR built in, there may be picture distortion while playing.

  • Page 104: Playing Discs

    Playing discs Playback • The power will be turned on when any of on the main unit and on the remote control is pressed while the power is off. If any button other than pressed, the source will also be changed (if there is a disc loaded, playback will start).

  • Page 105: To Switch The Display

    Display window during disc playback Example: When a DVD VIDEO or DVD AUDIO is played If “BONUS” or “B.S.P.” is displayed during a DVD AUDIO playback, refer to page 28. Example: When a SVCD or VCD is played • PBC (Play Back Control): A signal recorded in a VCD (version 2.0) for controlling playback.

  • Page 106: Select What You Want To Play By Using The Number Buttons

    Playing discs (continued) Select what you want to play by using the number buttons NOTE • Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO before using the number buttons. • For a VCD or SVCD, this operation can be carried out when the disc is stopped, or during playback without the PBC function.

  • Page 107: Playing Back From A Position 10 Seconds

    Playing back from a position 10 seconds before (One Touch Replay) Press during playback. NOTE • This operation may not be carried out for some discs. • It is not possible to go back to the immediately previous title. Slow Motion Playback Press SLOW or SLOW pause.

  • Page 108: To Change The Brightness Of The Display Window (Dimmer)

    Playing discs (continued) To change the brightness of the display window (DIMMER) Press DIMMER repeatedly. • The modified brightness will be stored even after the power is turned off. The items below can be carried out for all sources. Adjusting the volume Press AUDIO VOL +/–.
  • Page 109 Playback Display of an MP3 disc is described here as an example. For a JPEG disc, read “track” as “file”. NOTE When playing a disc containing both MP3 and JPEG files, set one of them to be played ( Load a disc. Elapsed time of the track currently being TV screen played (MP3 only).

  • Page 110: Resume Playback

    Resume Playback When playback is stopped in the middle, playback can be started from the stopped scene. This is called Resume function. How to suspend playback Perform any of the following operations during playback. Press 7 once.* Press F AUDIO to turn off the power. Change the source to FM/AM or AUX.* * Even if the power is turned off by pressing F AUDIO after this, the position where playback...

  • Page 111: Select The Scene To Be Played

    Select the scene to be played NOTE Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO before using the number buttons. Select from the menu Press MENU or TOP MENU while the disc is stopped or during playback • The disc menu screen will be displayed. •...

  • Page 112: Program Playback/Random Playback

    Program Playback/Random Playback NOTE Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO before using the number buttons. Play the disc in the desired order (Program Playback) It is possible to program a maximum of 99 tracks or chapters. The same track or chapter can be programmed more than once.
  • Page 113 To program on the display window on the main unit, operate as follows. (1) Select a group/title using the number buttons. Display example of the upper display window: T2 C-- (2) Designate a track/chapter number using the number buttons. Display example of the upper display window: T2 C3 •...

  • Page 114: Repeat Playback

    Repeat Playback Refer to page 18 for Repeat Playback of MP3 and JPEG files. Playing the title/chapter/ group/track/all tracks repeatedly (REPEAT) Press REPEAT during playback. Each time you press the button, the Repeat type will be alternated. Example: TV screen Display window on the main unit CHAP For DVD VIDEO...
  • Page 115 Playing the designated part repeatedly (A-B Repeat Playback) Press ON SCREEN twice during playback. The menu bar (A page 29) will be displayed. Press cursor2 /3 to select Press ENTER. Press cursor5 // to display Other Repeat modes can be selected here. For other Repeat modes, refer to “Playing the title/chapter/group/track/all tracks repeatedly (REPEAT)”...

  • Page 116: Other Convenient Functions

    Other convenient functions Selecting the subtitles (only for moving image) Press SUBTITLE during playback of a disc containing subtitles in several languages. Example: • Each time you press the button, the subtitle will be alternated between ON/OFF. Press cursor5 // to select a subtitle language.

  • Page 117: Enlarging The Picture (Zoom)

    Enlarging the picture (ZOOM) (only for moving image) Press ZOOM during playback or while paused. • Each time you press the button, the picture magnification will be changed. • (For a JPEG) You cannot change the picture magnification during slide-show playback.

  • Page 118: Creating Realistic Sound (Virtual Surround)

    Other convenient functions (continued) Creating realistic sound (VIRTUAL SURROUND) The two speakers produce an effect resembling surround-sound. Press VIRTUAL SURROUND during playback. Example: • Each time you press the button, the display toggles as follows. ACTION : Suitable for action movies, sport programs or other lively programs.

  • Page 119: Functions Specific To Dvd Audio

    Functions specific to DVD AUDIO NOTE Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO before using the number buttons. Playing the Bonus Group There are some DVD AUDIO discs with a special group, called “Bonus Group”, recorded. NOTE This operation can be carried out when “BONUS” is lit on the display window on the main unit.

  • Page 120: Using The Menu Bar

    Using the menu bar NOTE • Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO before using the number buttons. • This operation can be carried out when there is a disc loaded. There are some functions that may not work while the disc is stopped. Press ON SCREEN twice.
  • Page 121 Preferences The initial settings of the system can be changed according to the environment the system is used NOTE • Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO before using the number buttons. • The top and bottom of the preference screen may not be displayed on a wide TV.

  • Page 122: Preferences

    Preferences (continued) AUDIO Items Contents ( DIGITAL Select an output signal type from the AUDIO following in accordance with the device OUTPUT connected to the digital audio output terminal (AV amplifier, etc.). (See the list below for the preference items and output signal.) PCM ONLY: Device corresponding only to linear PCM.

  • Page 123: Country/Area Codes

    Country/Area codes Andorra United Arab Emirates Afghanistan Antigua and Barbuda Anguilla Albania Armenia Netherlands Antilles Angola Antarctica Argentina American Samoa Austria Australia Aruba Azerbaijan Bosnia and Herzegovina Barbados Bangladesh Belgium Burkina Faso Bulgaria Bahrain Burundi Benin Bermuda Brunei Darussalam Bolivia Brazil Bahamas Bhutan...

  • Page 124: Listening To A Radio Broadcast

    Listening to a radio broadcast Setting the AM tuner interval spacing Some countries space AM stations 9 kHz apart, and other countries use 10 kHz spacing. On the main unit ONLY: F STANDBY/ON button PHONES To select 10 kHz intervals, while holing down ¢ on the main unit in Standby mode, press F STANDBY/ON on the main unit to turn on the power.

  • Page 125: Tuning In To A Preset Station

    Tuning in to a preset station Presetting stations in the system allows you to easily tune in to a station. NOTE Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO before using the number buttons. Presetting stations The system stores up to 30 FM stations and up to 15 AM stations.

  • Page 126: Listening To The Sound Of Other Audio Device

    Listening to the sound of other audio device Connect the other audio device to this system in advance (A page 11). Press AUX. The source changes to AUX. Play the other audio device. For details, refer to the manual of the device connected.

  • Page 127: Sleep Timer

    Sleep Timer When the time you specify elapses, the system will be turned off by itself. Press SLEEP. Each time you press the button, the time indicated on the display window on the main unit changes (in minutes). Example: When Sleep Timer is set to 60 minutes (Blinking) Sleep Timer will be automatically set in a few...

  • Page 128: Using Av Compu Link

    Using AV COMPU LINK When the TV set or device to be connected is a JVC product equipped with the AV COMPU LINK- II or -III jack, connecting them to the AV COMPU LINK jack on the system will allow you to control the other devices by operating one device.

  • Page 129: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting When you encounter a problem that seems to be a fault, check the following points before contacting your JVC service center: Power source 7 Power does not come on. • The power cord is not connected to the main unit or an AC outlet.

  • Page 130: Language Codes

    Troubleshooting (continued) Others 7 It is not possible to switch audio or subtitles between languages. • The disc does not contain 2 or more languages. → If only a single language is recorded on the disc, switching to another language is impossible.

  • Page 131: Specifications

    Specifications General Power source: AC 110 – 240 V Hz/60 Hz Power consumption: 24 W (in operation) 1.1 W (on standby) Weight: 3.0 kg External dimensions (W M H M D): 232 mm M 100 mm M 269 mm DVD player Playable discs: DVD VIDEO, DVD AUDIO, VCD, Super VCD, CD, CD-R/RW (CD, VCD, MP3, JPEG format), DVD-R/...
  • Page 132 2004 Victor Company of Japan, Limited 1004SKMMODJSC...

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