Connections
Before making connections:
• Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections have been made.
• Connect VIDEO OUT of the unit directly to the video input of your TV. Connecting VIDEO OUT of the player
to a TV via a VCR/an integrated TV/Video system may cause a monitor problem.
Connecting to a TV with SCART connector
Connecting to a TV with composite jacks
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SCART cable
(not supplied)
TV
The unit
Set the video signal selector as follows:
• If your TV accomodates the composite
video signal: set the selector to
“COMPONENT/COMPOSITE” or
“RGB/COMPOSITE” (“COMPOSITE”
for XV-N210B/XV-N212S).
• If your TV accomodates the Y/C
signals: set the selector to “Y/C.”
• If your TV accomodates the RGB
signals: set the selector to “RGB/
COMPOSITE.”
• If your TV accomodates both RGB and
Y/C signals: set the selector to “RGB/
COMPOSITE.”
NOTE
• The video output jack, scart
connector, and component jacks
cannot be used at the same time.
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Set the video signal selector to
“RGB/COMPOSITE”
(“COMPOSITE” for XV-N210B/
XV-N212S).
NOTES
• If your TV has a monaural audio input
instead of stereo, use an optional audio
cable which converts stereo audio output
to monaural.
• The video output jack, scart connector,
and component jacks cannot be used at
the same time.
Audio/video
cable (not
supplied)
Red
White
TV
The unit
Yellow
Illustration: XV-N315B/XV-N316S/XV-N310B/XV-N312S
Advanced Operations
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DISPLAY
/DIMMER
SOUND
EFFECT
SLIDE EFFECT
THUMBNAIL
/LIST
MENU
SET
PREVIOUS SELECT
CLEAR
NEXT
ENTER
ZOOM
TITLE
/GROUP RETURN CANCEL
STANDBY/ON
I/P ON SCREENSLOW
ANGLE
SUB TITLE AUDIO
UP
P TO MENU
Changing the picture tone (VFP)
The VFP (Video Fine Processor)
function allows you to adjust the
picture character according to the
type of programming, picture tone or
personal preferences.
1 Press VFP-I/P (VFP for XV-
N210B/XV-N212S).
2 Press 2/3 to select the desired
preset.
NORMAL For watching TV in a
general room.
CINEMA For watching a movie
software in a room with
suppressed light.
USER1
USER2
You can adjust
parameters that affect the
picture character and
store the settings as a user
preset. See below.
To adjust the picture tone
1 Select “USER1” or “USER2.”
2 Press 5/∞ to select a parameter, then press ENTER.
3 Press 5/∞ to adjust the parameter, then press ENTER.
4 Repeat step 2 and 3 to adjust other parameters.
5 Press VFP-I/P to finish the setting.
USER 1
BRIGHTNESS
GAMMA
CONTRAST
SATURATION
TINT
SHARPNESS
Y DELAY
+ 4
MID
+10
+10
+10
LOW
+ 2
Selected
Preset
Parameter
GAMMA Adjust this if the neutral color is bright or dark.
The brightness of dark and bright portion is
maintained (LOW/MID/HIGH).
BRIGHTNESS Adjust this if the picture is bright or dark on the
whole (–16 (darkest) to +16 (brightest)).
CONTRAST Adjust this if the far and near position is
unnatural (–12 to +12).
SATURATION Adjust this if the picture is whitish or blackish
(–16 (blackest) to +16 (whitest)).
TINT Adjust this if the appearance of flesh tone is
unnatural (–16 to +16).
SHARPNESS
Adjust this if the picture is indistinct (LOW/HIGH
).
Y DELAY Adjust this if the picture looks separately/
overlapped (–2 to +2).
Changing the Sound Field
You can change the sound field only
for analog audio output.
Each time you press SOUND
EFFECT, the Sound Effect mode
changes.
• As the value becomes bigger, the
Sound Effect works stronger.
Zooming the picture
Each time you press ZOOM, the
magnification changes.
• You can use 5/∞/2/3 button to
move the zoomed position.
To return the normal playback, select
the normal size by pressing ZOOM
repeatedly.
Changing the language, sound,
and scene angle
1 Press the button.
2 Press the button repeatedly or
5/∞ to select the desired item.
3 Press ENTER to finish the
setting.
Buttons To do
AUDIO For DVD Video:
select audio languages.
For SVCD/VCD/CD:
select the audio
channel.
SUBTITLE select the subtitle.
ANGLE select the view-angle.
DVD PLAYER
XV-N315B/XV-N316S/XV-N310B
XV-N312S/XV-N210B/XV-N212S
INSTRUCTIONS
©2004 Victor Company of Japan, Limited
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 –– STANDBY/ON button!
Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off
completely. The STANDBY/ON button in any
position does not disconnect the mains line. The power
can be remote controlled.
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.
GNT0057-002A[B]
EN 0804STHMDWJSC
Region code of DVD VIDEO
This player can play back DVD VIDEO discs
whose region code numbers include “2.”
Examples of playable DVD VIDEO discs:
The player’s region code is printed on the rear of
the player.
Note of color system format
This player accommodates the PAL system, and
also can play back discs recorded with NTSC
system. (NTSC video signals are converted to a
PAL signal and output.)
Supplied accessories
If anything is missing, consult your dealer
immediately.
• Remote control (x 1)
• Lithium battery CR2032 (x 1)
VIDEO
ALL
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3
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CAUTION:
• Do not block the ventilation openings or holes. (If the
ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a
newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to
get out.)
• Do not place any naked flame sources, such as
lighted candles, on the apparatus.
• When discarding batteries, environmental problems
must be considered and local rules or laws
governing the disposal of these batteries must be
followed strictly.
• Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture,
dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.
.
Caution: Proper Ventilation
To avoid risk of electric shock and fire and to protect
from damage, locate the apparatus as follows:
Front: No obstrucitons and open spacing.
Sides: No obstrucitons in 3 cm from the sides.
Top: No obstrucitons in 5 cm from the top.
Back: No obstrucitons in 15 cm from the back.
Bottom:No obstrucitons, place on the level surface.
Precautions
Notes on the power cord
• When you are away on travel or otherwise for an
extended period of time, remove the plug from the
wall outlet. A small amount of power (2.0 W) is always
consumed while the power cord is connected to the
wall outlet.
• When unplugging the player from the wall outlet,
always pull the plug, not the power cord.
• Do not handle the power cord with wet hands!
• Disconnect the power cord before cleaning the
player or moving the player.
• Do not alter, twist or pull the power cord, or put
anything heavy on it, which may cause fire, electric
shock, or other accidents.
• If the cord is damaged, consult a dealer and have the
power cord replaced with a new one.
Avoid moisture, water, dust and high temperatures
• Do not place the player in moist or dusty places.
• If water gets inside the player, turn off the power and
remove the plug from the wall outlet, then consult
your dealer. Using the player in this state may cause
a fire or electrical shock.
• Do not expose the player to direct sunlight or place it
near a heating device.
Notes on installation
• 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 player and the
TV.
• Do not install the player in a place subject to
vibrations.
• Do not put heavy objects on the player.
To prevent malfunction of the player
• There are no user-serviceable parts inside. If
anything goes wrong, unplug the power cord and
consult your dealer.
• Do not insert any metallic objects, such as wires,
hairpins, coins, etc. into the player.
• Do not block the vents. Blocking the vents may
damage the player.
To clean the cabinet
• Use a soft cloth. Follow the relevant instructions on
the use of chemically-coated cloths.
• Do not use benzene, thinner or other organic
solvents and disinfectants. These may cause
deformation or discoloring.
Playable discs
• DVD VIDEO, SVCD, Video CD, Audio CD
• DVD-R/-RW written in the DVD VIDEO format
• CD-R/RW written in the SVCD, Video CD or Audio CD
format
• CD-R/RW written in MP3/JPEG/MPEG-4 in
accordance with the “ISO 9660” format
Supported Digital audio formats:
Linear PCM, MPEG Multichannel, Dolby Digital, DTS (Digital
Theater Systems)
NOTES
• If a disc gets dirty, scratched or warped, or due to the
disc characteristics or recording conditions, the
player may not be able to play back such discs.
• The player can play back audio signals recorded in
MIX-MODE CD, CD-G, CD-EXTRA and CD TEXT.
• With some discs, operations may not be possible.
Unplayable discs
If you try to play back discs listed below, noise may
generate causing damage to speakers.
• DVD-RW written in the VR format
• DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, DVD AUDIO, CD-ROM,
PHOTO CD, SACD
• Unfinalized discs
• Discs of irregular shape or discs with tape, seals or
paste on either the label side or playback side.
Playing back these discs may damage the player.
XV-N315B/XV-N316S/XV-N310B/
XV-N312S/XV-N210B/XV-N212S
VIDEO
Connecting to a TV with component jacks (only for
XV-N315B/XV-N316S/XV-N310B/XV-N312S)
When connecting your TV by the component video
cable, set the video signal selector to “COMPONENT/
COMPOSITE.”
• This connection enables you to enjoy Progressive
scan video playback. To activate the Progressive
scanning mode, press and hold down VFP-I/P on the
remote control for a few seconds.
About the scanning mode indicator
NOTES
• Connect “Y” to “Y,” “P
B” to “PB (CB),” “PR” to “PR (CR)”
correctly.
• The video output jack, scart connector, and
component jacks cannot be used at the same time.
• Some progressive TV are not fully compatible with
the unit. To check the compatibility of your TV,
contact your local JVC customer service center.
Connecting to a stereo audio amplifier (receiver)
Connecting to a digital audio device
To enjoy high-quality surround sound, connect the
DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack to a Dolby Digital or DTS
decoder or an amplifier with a built-in decoder.
NOTES
• Depending on the disc, no signal may be output from
the DIGITAL OUT. Make an analog connection in this
case.
• Set [DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT] in the [AUDIO]
preference display correctly according to the
connected digital audio equipment. (See “DIGITAL
AUDIO OUTPUT” in “Initial settings.”)
[PICTURE SOURCE]
of the PICTURE menu
Source type of DVD VIDEO
Film source Video source
AUTO [DDP] [P]
FILM [DDP] [DDP]
VIDEO(NORMAL)/
(ACTIVE)
[P] [P]
COMPONENT
P
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RIGHT
LEFT
COAXIAL
DIGITAL OUT
AUDIO OUT
To component
video input
Illustration: XV-N315B/XV-N316S/
XV-N310B/XV-N312S
To analog
audio input
RIGHT
LEFT
COAXIAL
DIGITAL OUT
AUDIO OUT
To analog audio input
Illustration: XV-N315B/XV-N316S/
XV-N310B/XV-N312S
RIGHT
LEFT
COAXIAL
DIGITAL OUT
AUDIO OUT
To analog audio input
To digital
audio input
Illustration: XV-N315B/XV-N316S/
XV-N310B/XV-N312S
Turning on the power
Inserting the AC power plug
After all other connections have been made, insert the
AC power plug to the wall outlet firmly.
The STANDBY/ON indicator lights in red.
Installing the battery in the remote control
Precautions of the safe use of battery
• Store the battery in a place where children cannot
reach. If a child accidentally swallows the battery,
consult a doctor immediately.
• Do not recharge, short, disassemble or heat the
battery or dispose of it in a fire.
Doing any of these things may cause the battery to
give off heat, crack, or start a fire.
• Do not leave the battery with other metallic materials.
Doing this may cause the battery to give off heat,
crack, or start a fire.
• When throwing away or saving the battery, wrap it in
tape and insulate; otherwise, the battery may start to
give off heat, crack, or start a fire.
• Do not poke the battery with tweezers or similar tools.
Doing this may cause the battery to give off heat,
crack, or start a fire.
• Dispose of batteries in the proper manner, according
to federal, state, and local regulations.
Turning on and off the player
Press STANDBY/ON.
The STANDBY/ON indicator in red on the front panel
goes off.
Initial setup
When you turn on the player for the first time after
purchase, the following message appears on the TV
screen.
Before enjoying this unit, make the initial settings as
follows:
1 Press ENTER.
2 Press 5/∞ to select the on-screen language for
the preference displays, etc., then press ENTER.
3 Press 5/∞ to select the your monitor type, then
press ENTER.
• For a normal (conventional) TV, select “4:3 LB” or
“4:3 PS.” (See “MONITOR TYPE” in “Initial
settings.”)
• For a wide-screen TV, select “16:9.”
4 Press 5/∞ to select a desired digital output
signal type, then press ENTER.
Set this item correctly according to your Dolby
Digital decoder, DTS decoder, or amplifier with a
built-in decoder.
(If you do not connect the player to such a device,
press ENTER to finish the setting.)
• When connecting to a Dolby Digital decoder,
select “DOLBY DIGITAL/PCM.”
• When connecting to a DTS decoder, select
“STREAM/PCM.”
• When connecting to other digital device, select
“PCM ONLY.”
To bring up the DVD PLAYER SET UP display later
Press SET UP for a few seconds until the DVD PLAYER
SET UP display appears.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same type or equivalent type.
4
1
2
3
Lithium coin battery
(product number: CR2032)
EXECUTE DVD PLAYER SETUP? - BASIC PICTURE/
AUDIO SETTING
YES - PRESS ENTER NO - PRESS CANCEL
MENU LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
AUDIO LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
SUBTITLE
ENGLISH
ON SCREEN LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
DVD PLAYER SET UP
ENGLISH
FRENCH
GERMAN
MONITOR TYPE
4:3 L.B.
PICTURE SOURCE
AUTO
SCREEN SAVER
BACK GROUND
ON
STANDARD
DVD PLAYER SET UP
16:9
4:3 LB
4:3 PS
DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT
DOLBY DIGITAL/PCM
ANALOG DOWN MIX
DOLBY PROLOGIC
D RANGE CONTROL
ON
OUTPUT LEVEL
DVD PLAYER SET UP
PCM ONLY
DOLBY DIGITAL/PCM
STREAM/PCM
STANDARD
Basic Operations
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DISPLAY
/DIMMER
SOUND
EFFECT
ANGLE
THUMBNAIL
/LIST
SET UP
PREVIOUS
CLEAR
ENTER
SUB TITLE AUDIO ZOOM
TITLE
/GROUP RETURN CANCEL
STANDBY/ON
MENU
SELECT NEXT
I/P ON SCREEN
SLOW
TOP
SLIDE EFFECT
MENU
Turning on and off the player
to open the disc tray.
2 Place a disc in the disc tray.
• To insert an 8-cm disc, place it in the inner recess.
3 Press 0 to close the disc tray.
Point toward the remote sensor
directly as possible (the operating
range is approx. 5 m).
• Each indicator lights up when corresponding
function/mode is activated, or corresponding
information is on the main display.
Main display
About On-screen guide icons
: Playback.
: Pause.
/:Slow-motion playback with the current
speed.
/:Fast forward/backward playback with
the current speed.
: At the beginning of a scene containing
multi-angle views.
: At the beginning of a scene containing
multi-audio sounds.
: At the beginning of a scene containing
multi-subtitles.
You can change the setting so that the on-screen
guide icons do not appear on the TV screen. (See
“ON SCREEN GUIDE” in “Initial settings.”)
Basic playback
Buttons To do
3 Start Playback
7 Stop
• When RESUME MODE is ON
or DISC RESUME, this player
memorizes the position on
the disc where you
interrupted playback.
– To resume playback, press
3.
– To stop playback
completely, press 7 again.
8 Pause*
• Each time you press the
button, the still picture
advances to the next frame.
¡/1 Fast forward/backward*
(While paused)
Slow-motion playback*
• Each time you press the
button, the playback speed
changes.
¢/4 Skip chapter/track
• If you press and hold the
button during playback,
playback is advanced/
reversed at 5 times normal
speed.
QUICK
PLAYBACK
(Only for DVD Video)
The disc is played back at
about 1.5 times normal speed.
The sound is not muted, and
the subtitle does not go off.
(Only for DVD Video)
The playback position moves
back 10 seconds before the
current position (only within the
same title).
* To return to normal playback, press 3.
Changing the display brightness
Press and hold DISPLAY/DIMMER to
change the brightness of the display
window. Release the button at the desired
brightness.
Changing the display window contents
Each time you press DISPLAY/DIMMER,
the display window contents changes.
Using the disc menu
You can operate a disc—DVD and
SVCD/VCD with Playback Control*
(PBC)—using the disc menu
shown on the TV screen.
*A method of controlling disc
play for SVCD/VCD by using the
disc menu.
7 For DVD
1 Press TOP MENU or MENU to show the disc menu.
2 Press 5/∞/2/3 to select a desired item, then press
ENTER or 3 (SELECT).
• With some discs, you can also select items by entering the
number using the numeric buttons.
7 For SVCD/VCD
1 In stop mode, press TOP MENU or 3 (SELECT) to show
the menu.
2 Press the numeric buttons to select a desired item.
To select 5: press 5.
To select 23: press +10, +10, then 3.
To select 40: press +10, +10, +10, then 10.
• To move to the next or previous page of the current menu,
press 4 or ¢.
• To return to the previous menu, press RETURN.
To cancel PBC
Press the numeric buttons instead of 3 (SELECT) to start
playback.
To reactivate PBC
• Press TOP MENU or MENU - THUMBNAIL/LIST.
• Press 7 to stop playback, then 3 (SELECT).
Locating the beginning of a
scene or song
You can select a title/chapter/
track directly and start playback.
For DVD Video:
(While stopped) select title.
(While playing back) select
chapter.
For SVCD/VCD/CD:
Select track.
To select 5: press 5.
To select 23: press +10, +10,
then 3.
To select 40: press +10, +10,
+10, then 10.
• If you press TITLE/GROUP
before entering the number,
you can select the title instead
of the chapter.
Turning on and off the player
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