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
G-1
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
Warnings, Cautions and Others/Mises en garde, précautions et indications diverses
G-2
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.
A
TTENTION
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.
1
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
2
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
3
About discs
This system has been designed to play back the following discs:
• DVD Logo is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing
Corporation.
• The Non-DVD side of a “DualDisc” does not comply with the
“Compact Disc Digital Audio” standard. Therefore, the use of
Non-DVD side of a DualDisc on this product may not be
recommended.
• This system accommodates the NTSC system, and also can play
discs recorded with PAL system. Note that the PAL video signal
on a disc is converted to an NTSC signal and output.
• On some DVD VIDEOs, DVD AUDIOs, VCDs or SVCDs, their
actual operation may be different from what is explained in this
manual. This is due to the disc programming and disc structure,
not a malfunction of this system.
• Before playing back discs, read their instructions or cautions
carefully.
Region code of DVD VIDEO
This system can play back DVD VIDEO discs whose Region Code
numbers include the system’s Region Code, which is indicated on
the rear panel.
If a DVD with an improper Region Code number is loaded,
“REGION CODE ERROR!” appears on the TV screen and
playback cannot start.
Notes on DVD-R, DVD-RW and DVD-RAM
• This system can also play finalized DVD-Rs or DVD-RWs
recorded in DVD VIDEO format and DVD-RWs or DVD-RAMs
recorded in DVD VR format.
• This system can also play DVD-Rs or DVD-RWs if MP3, WMA,
and JPEG files are recorded on them with UDF Bridge format.
This system does not support “multi-border” discs.
Notes on CD-R and CD-RW
• This system can also play CD-Rs or CD-RWs if MP3, WMA and
JPEG files are recorded on them with ISO 9660 format.
• This system supports “multi-session” discs (up to 20 sessions).
• This system cannot play “packet write” discs.
Some discs may not be played back because of their disc
characteristics, recording conditions, or damage or stain on them.
Unplayable discs:
SACD, CD-I (CD-I Ready), Photo CD, etc.
Playing back these discs will generate noise and damage the
speakers.
For all playable files
• The system can only recognize and play files with one of the
following extensions, which can be in any combination of upper
and lower case;
MP3: “.MP3”, “.mp3”
WMA: “.WMA” , “.wma”
JPEG: “.JPG”, “.JPEG”, “.jpg”, “.jpeg”
• The system recognizes up to 150 tracks (files) per group, 99
groups per disc, and the total number of the tracks (files) that the
system can play is 4000.
• Some files may not be played back normally because of their disc
characteristics or recording conditions.
For MP3/WMA files
• The system supports MP3/WMA files recorded with a bit rate of
32 – 320 kbps and a sampling frequency of 16 kHz, 22.05 kHz,
24 kHz*, 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, or 48 kHz.
• If the tag information (album name, artist, and track title, etc.) is
recorded on a disc, it appears in the file control display on the TV
screen. (A pg. 28)
• We recommend to record each piece of material (song) at a
sample rate of 44.1 kHz and at a data transfer rate of
128 (96*) kbps.
* For WMA only
For JPEG files
• We recommend to record a file at 640 x 480 resolution.
• This system can only play baseline JPEG files.
Playable disc types
DVD VIDEO DVD AUDIO
VCD/SVCD Audio CD
ALL
1
21
4
2
3
1
Example of playable DVD:
Notes on file types
This product incorporates copyright protection technology
that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual
property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology
must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for
home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise
authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.
4
Description of parts and controls
Front panel (center unit)
Rear panel (center unit)
DISC 5DISC 4DISC 3DISC 2DISC 1
SOURCETUNING
//
WMA
P L PCM SURR
CH
FM AM
PROGRESSIVE B.S.P. CHAP. TRK PG PL BONUS ST PRG RND DISC ALL
MHz
kHz
MONO
MP3 RESUME
Display window
pg. 25
pg. 40
pg. 21
pg. 25
pg. 18
pg. 29
pg. 23
pg. 21
pg. 40
pg. 33
Disc tray (inside): pg. 20
pg. 21
pg. 21
pg. 21
pg. 22
pg. 20
pg. 22
pg. 20
pg. 22
pg. 17
pg. 17
pg. 17
pg. 20, 22
pg. 16
pg. 16
pg. 39
pg. 33
pg. 32
pg. 39
pg. 31
Remote sensor:
pg. 6
pg. 13
pg. 13
pg. 41
pg. 13
pg. 13
pg. 7
pg. 12
pg. 13
pg. 12
Description of parts and controls
5
Powered subwoofer
SP-PWC7/SP-PWC5
Note that the illustration below is for SP-PWC5.
SP-PWC6/SP-PWC4/SP-PWC3
NOTE
• For safety reasons, always ensure that there is sufficient space behind the powered subwoofer.
* Do not block the ventilation openings.
3
Ω
16
Ω
Front Rear
POWER ON
lamp:
pg. 16
pg. 11
Power cord:
pg. 13
pg. 13
CAUTION:
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
4
Ω
16
Ω
Front
Rear
POWER ON lamp:
pg. 16
pg. 11
Power cord:
pg. 13
pg. 13
Description of parts and controls
6
Remote control Putting batteries in the remote control
If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases,
replace both batteries.
CAUTION
• Do not expose batteries to heat or flame.
Operating the system from the remote
control
Aim the remote control directly to the front panel of the center unit.
• Do not hide the remote sensor.
TV/VIDEO
TOP MENU/PG
REC
MENU/PL
ON
SCREEN
DVD
MUTING
FM/AM VCR
TV
TV VOL CHANNEL AUDIO VOL
TUNING
F AUDIO
VCR/DBS
DBS
AUDIO
VCR/DBS
TV
TUNING
FM MODEMEMORY
ENTER
TITLE/GROUP
AUDIO
VFP
SUBTITLE
ANGLE
PAG E
SET UP
SURROUND
FRONT L FRONT R
LEVEL
S.WFR
TV RETURN
REPEAT
SETTING
SMART
S.SETUP
CENTER
PLAY MODE
ZOOM
FL DISPLAY DIMMER SLEEP RETURN
100+
CANCEL
SCAN MODE
TREBLE
BASS
SURR. RSURR. L
SLOW SLOW
DISC 1
DISC 3
DISC 2
DISC 4 DISC 5
NOTE
• To use the buttons
under the cover, slide
down the cover.
pg. 14
pg. 14
p
g. 20,
40
p
g. 18,
36
pg. 23
pg. 30
pg. 29
pg. 36
pg. 31
pg. 35
pg. 17
pg. 20
pg. 25
Number
buttons:
pg. 22
pg. 31
pg. 18
pg. 29
pg. 24
pg. 18
pg. 27
pg. 17
pg. 14
pg. 33
pg. 20
pg. 17
pg. 22, 39
pg. 17
pg. 16
pg. 15
pg. 20
pg. 14 – 39
pg. 22, 30
pg. 20, 40
pg. 27
pg. 14
pg. 27
p
g. 15,
22
pg. 19
pg. 18
pg. 18, 31
pg. 32, 33
pg. 32
R6P (SUM-3)/AA (15F)
type dry-cell batteries
(supplied)
7
Connections
7 AM loop antenna
Setting up supplied AM loop antenna
Connecting AM loop antenna
• Turn the loop antenna until you have the best reception during
AM broadcast program reception.
NOTE
• Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any other terminals,
connecting cords and power cords. This could cause poor reception.
If reception is poor
7 FM antenna
If reception is poor
NOTE
• We recommend that you use coaxial cable for the FM antenna as it is
well-shielded against interference.
Connecting the FM and
AM antennas
If the antenna cord is covered with the insulation
coat, twist and pull the insulation coat off and
remove.
1
Center unit
2
3
Antenna cord
Outdoor single vinyl-covered wire antenna
(not supplied)
AM loop antenna
Center unit
Extend the supplied FM antenna
horizontally.
Center unit
FM antenna (supplied)
Outdoor FM antenna
(not supplied)
Outdoor FM antenna cord
(not supplied)
Center unit
Standard type (75 C
coaxial) connector
Do not connect the power cord until all other connections have been made.
Connections
8
7 The front speakers — TH-C7
For the surround speakers of TH-C7, see “The surround speakers
— Except for TH-C6” (A pg. 10)
Before assembling —
• Prepare a Phillips screwdriver (not supplied).
• Take care not to drop any component part while assembling;
otherwise, it may cause damage to the floor or injury.
1
CAUTION
• NEVER insert your finger in between the speaker and the base plate,
as it may get hurt.
2
7 The front speakers — TH-C5
For the surround speakers of TH-C5, see “The surround speakers
— Except for TH-C6” (A pg. 10)
Before assembling —
• Prepare a Phillips screwdriver (not supplied).
• Take care not to drop any component part while assembling;
otherwise, it may cause damage to the floor or injury.
1
CAUTION
• NEVER insert your finger in between the speaker and the base plate,
as it may get hurt.
2
Connecting the satellite
(front, center, surround)
speakers
Front speaker
(x2)
Base plate
(x2)
FRONT
Top of base plate
Speaker (rear side)
Base plate
Screw M4 x 35 mm
(supplied)
Black
Red
White
Black
Front speaker
(x2)
Base plate
(x2)
Speaker (bottom)
Screw M4 x 40 mm
(supplied)
Base plate
Black
Red
White
Black
Do not connect the power cord until all other connections have been made.
Connections
9
7 The front and surround speakers — TH-C6
The following procedure explains the front speaker assembly. The
assembly of both the front and surround speakers are done in the
same manner.
Before assembling —
• Prepare a Phillips screwdriver (not supplied).
• Take care not to drop any component part while assembling;
otherwise, it may cause damage to the floor or injury.
1
2
3
4
When installing the front and surround speakers on the
wall;
• Attach the supplied bottom cover on the bottom of each speakers
as illustrated.
• 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.
• If attaching the stand to the speaker, remove the bottom cover by
inserting a flat-pointed tool into the hole of the bottom cover.
Stand
(×4)
Front speaker
(×2)
Surround speaker
(×2)
Base plate
(×4)
Stand
Base plate
Screw M4 x 55 mm
(supplied)
Speaker
Stand
Stand
Screw M5 x 25 mm
(supplied)
Black
Red
White
Black
Speaker
White
Black
Bottom
cover
Do not connect the power cord until all other connections have been made.
Connections
10
7 The front speakers — TH-C4
7 The surround speakers
— Except for TH-C6
1
2
7 The center speaker
The following procedure explains SP-THC5C assembly. The
assembly of other center speakers is done in the same manner.
Front speaker
(×2)
Black
White
Black
White
Black
Red
Surround speaker
(×2)
Speaker
(bottom)
Red
White
Black
Black
For TH-C3, the front, surround and center speakers are equipped
with their speaker cords attached directly to their speaker unit
instead of having speaker terminals on their cabinet.
Center speaker
(×1)
Red
White
Black
Black
Center speakerSurround speakerFront speaker
Do not connect the power cord until all other connections have been made.
Connections
11
Note that the illustration below is for SP-PWC6.
CAUTION
• When you connect speakers other than the supplied ones, use
speakers of the same speaker impedance (SPEAKER IMPEDANCE)
indicated near the speaker terminals on the rear of the powered
subwoofer.
• DO NOT connect more than one speaker to one speaker terminal.
Precautions for daily use
• When moving the speakers, do not pull the speaker cords;
otherwise, the speakers may fall over, causing damage or injury.
• Do not reproduce sounds at so high a volume that they are
distorted; otherwise, the speakers may be damaged by internal
heat buildup.
(For TH-C7, TH-C6 and TH-C5)
• When holding a speaker, always grasp the lower portion.
• Do not lean against the speakers, as the speakers could fall down
or break, possibly causing an injury. Especially be careful that
children do not lean against them.
CAUTION:
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
4
Ω
16
Ω
• Connect the black cords to the black (r) terminals.
• Connect the white cords to the (q) terminals
referring to the table below:
Speaker cord
FRONT SPEAKERS (LEFT) White
FRONT SPEAKERS (RIGHT) Red
CENTER SPEAKER Green
SURROUND SPEAKERS (LEFT) Blue
SURROUND SPEAKERS (RIGHT) Gray
Before connecting the speaker cords;
Twist and pull the insulation coat off and remove.
Powered subwoofer
TH-C7: SP-PWC7
TH-C6: SP-PWC6
TH-C5: SP-PWC5
TH-C4: SP-PWC4
TH-C3: SP-PWC3
Front speakers
TH-C7: SP-THC7F
TH-C6: SP-THC6F
TH-C5: SP-THC5F
TH-C4: SP-THC4F
TH-C3: SP-THC3F
Surround speakers
TH-C7, TH-C5: SP-THC5S
TH-C6: SP-THC6S
TH-C4: SP-THC4S
TH-C3: SP-THC3S
Center speaker
TH-C7: SP-THC7C
TH-C6: SP-THC6C
TH-C5: SP-THC5C
TH-C4: SP-THC4C
TH-C3: SP-THC3C
Do not connect the power cord until all other connections have been made.
Connections
12
• Place the satellite speakers on a flat and level surface.
• The front and center speakers are magnetically shielded to avoid color
distortions on TVs. However, if not installed properly, they may
cause color distortions. So, pay attention to the following when
installing the speakers.
– When placing the speakers near a TV set, turn off the TV’s main
power switch or unplug it before installing the speakers. Then wait
at least 30 minutes before turning on the TV’s main power switch
again.
Some TVs may still be affected even though you have followed the
above. If this happens, move the speakers away from the TV.
• The surround speakers are not magnetically shielded.
If it is located nearby the TV or monitor, it will probably cause
color distortion on the screen. To avoid this, do not place the
speaker nearby the TV or monitor.
• Be sure to place the powered subwoofer to the TV’s right. If you place
the powered subwoofer to the TV’s left, keep sufficient distance
between them to prevent the TV screen from appearing mottled.
• 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.
• You need to set “MONITOR TYPE” in the PICTURE menu
correctly according to the aspect ratio of your TV. (A pg. 37)
7 To connect a TV equipped with the component video
input jacks
NOTE
• If your TV supports progressive video input, you can enjoy a high
quality picture by setting the progressive scan mode to active.
(A pg. 18)
• 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.
• The component video signals can be output only when you select
“DVD” as the source to play. (A pg. 17)
7 To connect a TV equipped with the composite or S-
video jacks
Speaker layout
Front right
speaker
Center speaker
Powered
subwoofer
Surround left
speaker
Surround right
speaker
Front left
speaker
Connecting a TV
Center unit
To component
video input
TV
Component video cord (not supplied)
Composite video cord
(supplied)
To composite
video input
S-video cord
(not supplied)
TV
To S-video input
Center unit
or
Align the 5 marks.
Do not connect the power cord until all other connections have been made.
Connections
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NOTE
• The way of connecting the system cord varies depending on the type
of the powered subwoofer.
You can enjoy the sound of an analog component.
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.
You can enjoy the sound of a digital component.
* DBS = Direct Broadcasting Satellite
NOTE
• Only digital audio signals can be input when selecting “DBS” as the
source to play. (A pg. 17) When connecting a video component such
as a DBS tuner, operate this system to listen to the sound.
Make sure that all other connections have been completed.
CAUTION
• Disconnect the power cord before cleaning or moving the system.
• 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.
Connecting the powered
subwoofer
Connecting to an analog
component
Powered
subwoofer
System cord
(supplied)
Center unit
Align the 5 marks.
Align the 5 marks.
or
RCA pin plug
cord
(not supplied)
A To composite video output
B To S-video output
C To audio output
12 C
Center unit
VCR (
13 or 23)
TV (
C)
Cassette recorder (
C)
Composite video
cord
(not supplied)
S-video cord
(not supplied)
or
Connecting to a digital
component
Connecting the power
cord
Digital optical cord (not supplied)
To digital optical output
DBS
* tuner
MD player
Center unit
Center unit Powered
subwoofer
Power cord
(Supplied)
Power cord
Plug into AC outlets.
Do not connect the power cord until all other connections have been made.
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Operating external components with the remote control
NOTE
• Manufacturers’ codes are subject to change without notice.
• Set the codes again after replacing the batteries of the remote control.
7 To set the manufacturer’s code
You can operate a JVC TV without setting the manufacturer’s code.
1 Slide the remote control mode selector
to TV.
2 Press and hold TV.
Keep the button pressed until step 4 is finished.
3 Press ENTER.
4 Press number buttons (1-9, 0) to enter
the manufacturer’s code (2 digits).
Examples:
For a Hitachi TV:
Press 1, then 0.
For a Toshiba TV:
Press 0, then 8.
5 Release TV.
If there is more than one code listed for corresponding brand,
try each one until you enter the correct one.
7 Operation
Aim the remote control at the TV.
IMPORTANT
Before using the remote control to operate a TV;
• Set the remote control mode selector to TV.
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
channel and the current channel.
7 To set the manufacturer’s code
1 Slide the remote control mode selector
to VCR/DBS.
2 Press DBS.
3 Press and hold F VCR/DBS.
Keep the button pressed until step 5 is finished.
4 Press ENTER.
The buttons described below are used on pages 14 and
15.
Operating the TV
TV/VIDEO
REC
VCR
TV
TV VOL CHANNEL
VCR/DBS
DBS
VCR/DBS
TV
ENTER
TV RETURN
100+
Remote control
mode selector
Number
buttons
(play button)
Manufacturer Code Manufacturer Code
JVC 01 Samsung 12
Hitachi 10 Sharp 06
Magnavox 02 Sony 07
Mitsubishi 03 Toshiba 08
Panasonic 04, 11 Zenith 09
RCA 05
Operating the DBS tuner
or CATV converter
Operating external components with the remote control
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5 Press number buttons (1-9, 0) to enter
the manufacturer’s code (2 digits).
Examples:
For a GI Jerrold product:
Press 0, then 1.
For a Sony product:
Press 2, then 0.
6 Release F VCR/DBS.
If there is more than one code listed for your brand, try each
one until you enter the correct one.
7 Operation
Aim the remote control at the DBS tuner or CATV converter.
IMPORTANT
Before using the remote control to operate a
DBS tuner or CATV converter;
1 Set the remote control mode selector to
VCR/DBS.
2Press DBS.
The following buttons are available:
F VCR/DBS: Turns DBS tuner or CATV converter on and
off.
CHANNEL +/–: Changes the channels.
1-10, 0, +10 (100+): Selects the channel.
7 To set the manufacturer’s code
1 Slide the remote control mode selector
to VCR/DBS.
2 Press VCR.
3 Press and hold F VCR/DBS.
Keep the button pressed until step 5 is finished.
4 Press ENTER.
5 Press number buttons (1-9, 0) to enter
the manufacturer’s code (2 digits).
Examples:
For a Philips VCR:
Press 0, then 9.
For an NEC VCR:
Press 2, then 5.
6 Release F VCR/DBS.
If there is more than one code listed for your brand, try each
one until you enter the correct one.
7 Operation
Aim the remote control at the VCR.
IMPORTANT
Before using the remote control to operate a
VCR;
1 Set the remote control mode selector to
VCR/DBS.
2 Press VCR.
The following buttons are available:
F VCR/DBS: Turns VCR on and off.
3 (play button): Starts playback.
7 : Stops operation.
8 : Pauses playback.
y: Fast forwards video tape.
1: Rewinds video tape.
REC: Press this button together with 3 (play button) to
start recording or together with 8 to pause
recording.
CHANNEL +/–: Changes the TV channels on the VCR.
NOTE
When operating a VCR or DBS tuner/CATV converter;
• The source setting of VCR or DBS remains after you have changed
the remote control mode selector to AUDIO or TV. When operating
VCR or DBS tuner/CATV converter again, it is not necessary to press
VCR or DBS after setting the remote control mode selector.
Manufacturer Code
Echostar 21
GI Jerrold 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08
Hamlin 15, 16, 17, 18
Pioneer 13, 14
RCA 19
Scientific Atlanta 09, 10
Sony 20
Zenith 11, 12
Operating the VCR
Manufacturer Code Manufacturer Code
JVC 01, 02, 03 Philips 09
Emerson 11, 26 RCA 05, 06
Fisher 29 Samsung 24
Funai 10, 14, 15, 16 Sanyo 21, 22, 23
Gold Star 12 Sharp 27, 28
Hitachi 04 Shintom 30
Mitsubishi 13 Sony 18, 19, 20
NEC 25 Zenith 08
Panasonic 07, 17
See page 14 for button locations.
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Basic operations
IMPORTANT
Before using the remote control for the following
operation;
• Set the remote control mode selector to AUDIO.
On the remote control:
Press AUDIO.
On the center unit:
Press .
When DVD is selected as the source (A pg. 17), the following
messages will appear on the TV screen.
NOTE
• The STANDBY lamp turns on when the power is turned off and turns
off when the power is turned on.
• 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 0 buttons on the center unit
• One of the source selecting buttons on the remote control
• One of the DISC (1-5) 3 buttons or 3 on the center unit
You can use the same buttons on the remote control.
The buttons on the remote control are used to explain most of the
operations in this manual. You can use the buttons on the center
unit same as on the remote control for operations unless
otherwise noted.
The buttons described below are used on
pages 16 to 19.
FRONT L FRONT R
LEVEL
S.WFR
SMART
S.SETUP
CENTER
DIMMER SLEEP
TREBLE
BASS
SURR. RSURR. L
LEVEL
BASS/
Source
selecting
buttons
Remote control
mode selector
Cursor
(3/2/Y/5)/
ENTER
Speaker
buttons
DISC 5DISC 4DISC 3DISC 2DISC 1
SOURCE
Turning the system on/off
• “OPEN”/“CLOSE”:
Appears when opening or closing the disc tray.
• “NOW READING”:
Appears when the system is reading the disc information.
• “REGION CODE ERROR!”:
Appears when the Region Code of the DVD VIDEO does not
match the code the system supports. The disc cannot be
played back.
• “NO DISC”:
Appears when no disc is loaded.
• “CANNOT PLAY THIS DISC”:
Appears when unplayable disc is loaded.
Basic operations
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On the remote control:
Press one of the source selecting buttons
(DVD, FM/AM, VCR or DBS).
DVD: To play back a disc (DVD VIDEO, VCD etc.). (A pg. 20)
FM/AM: To tune in an FM or AM station. (A pg. 39)
Each time you press the button, the band alternates
between FM and AM.
VCR: To select the source from a component connected to the
VCR IN jacks and AUDIO IN (VCR) jacks. (A pg. 13)
DBS: To select the source from a component connected to the
DIGITAL IN (DBS) jack. (A pg. 13)
On the center unit:
Press SOURCE repeatedly until the source
name you want appears on the display
window.
NOTE
• When AM, FM or DBS is selected, this system does not output video
signals.
• It may take time to change the source.
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.
On the remote control:
Press AUDIO VOL +/–.
On the center unit:
Turn VOLUME.
CAUTION
Be sure to turn down the volume;
• Before connecting or putting on headphones as high volume may
damage both the headphones and your hearing.
• Before disconnecting headphones as high volume may be suddenly
output from the speakers.
While connecting a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack on the
center unit, the system automatically cancels the surround mode
(A pg. 24) currently selected, deactivates the speakers, turns the
subwoofer’s power off, and activates the headphone mode. “H.
PHONE” appears on the display window.
Headphone mode
When using the headphones, the following signals are output
regardless of your speaker setting;
• For 2 channel sources, the front left and right channel signals are
output from the headphones.
• Multi-channel signals are down-mixed and output from the
headphones.
• (For DVD AUDIO) When the disc prohibits down-mixing, only
the front left and right channels are output from the headphones.
In this case, “LR ONLY” appears on the display window for a
few seconds.
Press MUTING.
To restore the sound
Perform one on the following:
• Press MUTING again.
• Press AUDIO VOL +/– (or turn VOLUME on the center unit).
Press DIMMER.
Each time you press the button, the brightness level changes.
Selecting the source to
play
Adjusting the volume
[VOLUME]
Listening with headphones
(not supplied)
Turning off the sound
temporarily [MUTING]
Adjusting the brightness
of the indications
[DIMMER]
See page 16 for button locations.
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