JVC SP-PWA55 - User Manual

TH-A85
LVT1025-003A
[B]
TH-A55
DVD DIGITAL CINEMA SYSTEM
INSTRUCTIONS
Consists of XV-THA85, SP-PWA85, SP-THA85C and SP-THA85F
Consists of XV-THA55, SP-PWA55, SP-THA55C, SP-THA55F and SP-THA55S
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JVC SP-PWA55 Specifications

General

Brand	JVC
Model	SP-PWA55
Category	Home Theater System
Language	English

Summary

Warnings, Cautions and Others

Important for the U.K.

Important safety precautions for the UK regarding the mains plug and fuse replacement.

General Cautions

General cautions to reduce risk of electrical shocks, fire, and damage.

Standby Operation Caution

Specific caution regarding the power button and standby lamp operation.

Subwoofer Power Caution

Specific caution regarding the subwoofer's power supply and indicator.

Handling and Environmental Precautions

Cautions about ventilation, flame sources, batteries, and moisture.

Laser Product Safety Information

Important information regarding laser product labels and safety.

Proper Ventilation Guidelines

Guidelines for proper ventilation to prevent electric shock, fire, and damage.

Safe Equipment Operation Instructions

Essential 'Dos and Don'ts' for the safe operation of the equipment.

Introduction

Notes on Handling and Safety

Important cautions for handling the system, power cord, discs, and safety precautions.

Copyright and Copyguard Notes

Information on copyright laws and DVD copyguard systems.

Supplied Accessories List

List of all accessories supplied with the system.

About Discs

Playable Disc Types and Region Codes

Details on playable discs, region codes, and CD-R/CD-RW limitations.

MP3 and JPEG Disc Information

Details on MP3/JPEG formats, compression, and playback characteristics.

Disc Structure and PBC Function

Explanation of disc structures and PBC for VCD/SVCD.

Names of Parts and Controls

Center Unit: Front and Rear Panels

Identification and description of controls and connectors on the center unit.

Center Unit Display and Subwoofer

Explanation of display indicators and subwoofer components.

Remote Control Functions

Detailed illustration and explanation of all remote control buttons.

Getting Started: System Connections

Connecting the Television

Instructions for connecting the TV via SCART or composite/S-video.

Antenna Connections

Instructions for connecting AM (MW) and FM antennas.

Connecting Powered Subwoofer and Speakers

Steps for connecting the subwoofer and satellite speakers.

Speaker Assembly and Connection

Step-by-step instructions for assembling satellite speakers for the TH-A85 model.

Connecting External Components

Instructions for connecting analog and digital audio/video components.

Power Cord Connection

Connecting the power cord and preparing the remote control for use.

Getting Started: Remote Control

Remote Control Setup and Use

Preparing the remote control by inserting batteries and understanding its range.

Remote Control Operation for TV;VCR

Instructions for operating TVs and VCRs using the system's remote control.

Basic Operations

System Power On;Off

Instructions for powering the system on and off.

Source Selection and Volume Control

How to select sources and adjust volume levels.

Headphone Use and Sound Muting

Connecting headphones and temporarily muting audio.

Brightness Adjustment and Sleep Timer

How to adjust display brightness and set the sleep timer.

Audio Adjustments and Decode Modes

Adjusting bass, treble, subwoofer levels, and changing decode modes.

Playback Operations

Core Playback Functions

Steps for loading, playing, pausing, and stopping discs.

Playback Information and Features

Display information, Resume Playback, and on-screen guide icons.

Advanced Playback Controls

Tray lock, one-touch replay, and other playback features.

Search and Navigation Features

Fast-forward/reverse search and locating selections by number.

Tuner Operations

Manual and Preset Radio Tuning

How to manually tune and preset FM/AM radio stations.

Radio Reception Quality Settings

Selecting FM modes and reducing AM noise.

RDS and Program Type Search

Displaying RDS information and searching for programs by PTY code.

PTY Code Descriptions

A list and explanation of PTY codes used for program type searching.

Enhanced Other Network Function

Temporarily switching to TA, News, or Info broadcasts and how it works.

Creating Realistic Sound Fields

Surround Sound Modes Explained

Details on Dolby, DTS, and DSP surround sound modes.

Display Indicators and Mode Selection

Understanding display indicators and selecting surround modes.

Surround Mode Usage and Auto Memory

How to use surround modes and store settings automatically.

Sound Adjustment and DSP Effect Levels

Adjusting speaker levels and DSP effect levels for optimal sound.

Advanced Operations

On-Screen Bar and Content Navigation

Using the on-screen bar for playback information, language, angle, and audio selections.

Special Playback Modes and Features

Random playback, repeat playback, A-B repeat, and special picture playback features.

Setting DVD Preferences

Choice Menus Overview and Language Settings

Using choice menus for DVD customization, including language, picture, and audio settings.

Audio and Speaker Configuration

Detailed settings for audio output and speaker system configuration.

Picture Menu Settings and Options

Configuring monitor type, picture source, screen saver, and media file selection.

Parental Lock Setup and Management

Setting and managing parental lock levels and passwords for restricted content.

System Settings

Accessing and Navigating System Settings

Initiating system settings and selecting items for adjustment.

Speaker and Crossover Configuration

Setting speaker sizes, levels, distances, and subwoofer crossover.

System Maintenance and Troubleshooting

System Maintenance and Disc Handling

Guidelines for maintaining the system and discs for optimal performance.

Troubleshooting Common Problems

Solving issues with power, sound, remote control, and playback.

MP3, JPEG, and FM;AM Troubleshooting

Specific troubleshooting steps for MP3, JPEG, and tuner reception issues.

Glossary and Index

Glossary of Terms

Definitions of technical terms and features used in the manual.

Document Index

An alphabetical index of topics covered in the manual for quick reference.

Specifications

Center Unit and Speaker Technical Details

Technical specifications for the main unit and all speakers.

Included Accessories List

List of accessories provided with the system.