JVC XV-N412S manual To adjust the picture character VFP, To dismiss the VFP mode selection window

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To adjust the picture character (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 During playback, press VFP - PROGRESSIVE SCAN.

The VFP mode selection window appears on the TV screen.

2 Press 2/3 to select the desired preset.

Each time you press the button, the VFP mode changes as follows.

Set the video type most suitable to the current program or the room conditions.

NORMALCINEMAUSER 1USER 2

Selected preset

USER 1

DNR

+ 0

DIGIPURE

+ 0

GAMMA

+ 0

BRIGHTNESS

+ 0

CONTRAST

+ 0

SATURATION

+ 0

TINT

+ 0

SHARPNESS

+ 3

Parameter

[NORMAL]: for watching TV in a general room.

[CINEMA]: for watching a movie software in a room with suppressed light.

[USER 1] [USER 2]: you can adjust parameters that affect the picture character and store the settings as a user preset. See the next step.

3 To define a user setting, press 5/to select a parameter to be edited from the following.

DNR (Digital Noise Reduction)

Adjust this if you notice “mosquito noise” (noise that randomly appears along the edges of digitally compressed pictures).

Available range: 0 to +1.

DIGIPURE

Adjust this if you want to enhance clarity of pictures. Available range: 0 to +3.

GAMMA

Adjust this if the neutral color is bright or dark. The brightness of dark and bright portion is maintained. Available range: –4 (darkest) to +4 (brightest).

BRIGHTNESS

Adjust this if the picture is bright or dark on the whole. Available range: –16 (darkest) to +16 (brightest).

CONTRAST

Adjust this if the far and near position is unnatural. Available range: –16 to +16.

SATURATION

Adjust this if the picture is whitish or blackish. Available range: –16 (blackest) to +16 (whitest).

TINT

Adjust this if the appearance of flesh tone is unnatural. Available range: –16 to +16.

SHARPNESS

Adjust this if the picture is indistinct. Available range: 0 to +3.

4 Press ENTER.

A window for setting parameters appears.

SATURATION

+ 4

Selected parameter

5 Press 5/to adjust the level of the parameter.

The higher value enhances the effect.

6 Press ENTER.

Repeat steps 3 to 6 if you want to set other parameters.

To dismiss the VFP mode selection window

Press VFP - PROGRESSIVE SCAN.

NOTE

The window for VFP mode selection and parameter setting disappear if no operation is made for about 10 seconds.

To simulate surround sound (3D PHONIC)

Using the 3D PHONIC function, you can get a simulated surround effect from your stereo system.

1 During playback, press 3D PHONIC.

The 3D PHONIC window appears on the TV screen.

2 Press 2/3 to select the desired mode.

Each time you press the button, the 3D PHONIC mode changes as follows:

ACTIONDRAMA THEATERNONE

ACTION +45

Selected effect mode

ACTION

Suitable for action movies and sports programs in which the sound source moves.

DRAMA

Natural and warm sound. You can enjoy movies in a relaxed mood.

THEATER

You can enjoy sound effects like in a theater.

3 Press 5/to adjust the effect level.

You can set the effect level from [1] to [5].

The higher value enhances the effect.

To dismiss the 3D PHONIC window

Press 3D PHONIC.

NOTES

The 3D PHONIC window disappears if no operation is made for about 10 seconds.

The 3D PHONIC function works correctly only when playing back a DVD VIDEO disc recorded with Dolby Digital.

When playing back a DVD VIDEO disc recorded with Dolby Digital that does not contain the rear signal, you can change the 3D PHONIC setting, but you will not be able to achieve a correct 3D effect.

The 3D PHONIC function does not affect the Dolby Digital bitstream signal from the DIGITAL OUT jack.

When the 3D PHONIC function is active, the [ANALOG DOWN MIX] setting in the [AUDIO] setting display is not available.

Various kinds of playback

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Contents Region code of DVD Video Changing the initial settingsImportant for Laser Products About this manual Supplied accessoriesPrecautions Table of contentsAbout discs Before operationNames of parts and controls Display window Remote control unitFront panel Preparations Connecting to a TVConnecting to a conventional TV Connecting to a TV with an S-video jackProgressive scan video playback available Connecting to a TV with component jacksSource Connecting to a stereo audio amplifier/receiver Connecting to optional audio equipmentConnecting to a digital audio device Precautions of the safe use of batteries Using the remote control unitConnecting the power cord To install batteriesBasic playback Initial setupTurning the player on and off Starting playback Restarting playback after stopping resuming playback Changing the resume modeAbout On-screen guide icons Playback at various speeds Various kinds of playbackTo locate a desired scene from the DVD menu Using the numeric buttonsLocating the beginning of a scene or song Playing from a specific positionAbout PBC Playback Control Changing the playback orderTo specify a desired title To play back in a specific order Program playTo clear the program To exit the program modeTo play back in random order Random play To stop program playbackTo select the subtitle language Subtitle Repeat playbackChanging the language, sound and scene angle To repeat a desired part A-B repeat playbackTo zoom in pictures Special picture and sound effectsTo change the audio language or sound Audio To select a scene angle of DVD Video AngleTo dismiss the VFP mode selection window To adjust the picture character VFPTo dismiss the 3D Phonic window To dismiss the menu bar and status bar Basic operation procedureMenu bar functions To bring up the menu barCHAP. Chapter search Time mode selectionMenu bar functions for DVD Video Menu bar functions for SVCD/Video CD/ Audio CDBasic operations MP3/WMA disc playbackOperations About MP3/WMA discsPress the numeric buttons to specify a desired group number Repeat playbackDirect selection During playback or while stopped, pressTo see a desired picture Jpeg disc playbackAbout Jpeg discs Basic operationsRepeat function Viewing pictures continuously slide show modeTo zoom in the picture To start the slide showAbout the Preference display Changing the initial settingsHow to set preferences Selecting preferencesENGLISH, CHINESE, Spanish Language menuPicture menu You can select the on-screen display language of the playerOthers menu Audio menuPress 5/∞ to move To select Parental Lock then press Enter Limiting playback by childrenTo set Parental Lock for the first time Stop mode, bring up the Others menuTo temporarily release the Parental Lock To change the settingsOperation AV Compu Link remote control systemConnection and setup Additional informationAudio TroubleshootingPower PictureAppendix a Digital output signal chart SpecificationsFor Appendix B Country/Area code list for Parental LockAppendix D Glossary DVD Player

XV-N412S specifications

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