JVC XV-THA30R, TH-A30R manual Troubleshooting, VCR Control button has been pressed

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Troubleshooting

Use this chart to help you solve daily operational problems. If there is any problem you cannot solve, contact your JVC service center.

PROBLEM

Power does not come on.

The remote control does not work.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

The power cord is not plugged in.

•It is too far from the center unit, or is not facing the center unit.

•There is something obstructing the remote sensor.

•The VCR CONTROL button has been pressed.

•The battery is flat.

•The battery has been inserted the wrong way round (+/–).

•Sunlight is falling directly on the detector.

SOLUTION

Insert the plug into the socket.

•Come close to the center unit.

•Avoid any obstacles.

•Press DVD or FM/AM to operate the system. (See page 54.)

•Replace the battery.

•Insert the battery correctly.

•Shade the remote control from direct sunlight.

No sound.

Sound is emitted from only one speaker.

No video.

A disc cannot be played.

•There is a short in the speaker cord.

•The audio cord is not connected properly.

•An incorrect source has been selected.

•Muting is on.

•The disc is copy–protected CD.

•The speaker cord is not connected correctly.

•Left-right balance is incorrect.

•The video cord is not connected properly.

•TV input selection is incorrect.

•The system and disc region code numbers are incompatible.

•The disc causes the parental (rating) error.

•Reconnect the speaker cord.

•Connect the cord properly. (See page 8.)

•Select the correct source. (See pages 10 to 15.)

•Press MUTING to cancel muting.

•Replace the disc.

•Connect the cord properly. (See page 7.)

•Adjust balance. (See pages 20 to 24.)

•Connect the cord properly. (See page 9.)

•Select the correct input.

•Replace the disc. (See page 25.)

•Enter password to change the parental (rating) level. (See page 53.)

“WRONG DISC FORMAT” appears on the TV screen.

Video and audio are distorted.

• The CD–R/CD–RW does not contain any

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Replace the disc.

 

MP3 files.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• The disc is dirty.

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Clean the disc.

•A VCR is connected between the center unit • Connect the center unit and TV directly. and the TV.

The edge is missing on the video image.

Continuous static during FM broadcasts.

The system does not work correctly.

The VCR cannot be operated using this remote control.

•Initial setup (TV screen size) was incorrect.

•The received signal is too weak.

•The station is too far away.

•The antenna is not connected correctly.

•Lightning or electronic noise interferes with operation of the microcomputer.

•Immediately after beginning to heat the room, the unit was moved to a cold location causing condensation to form inside.

•The remote control is not set for VCR operations.

•The VCR is not a JVC’s product.

•Set TV screen size correctly. (See pages 51 and 52.)

•Connect an external FM antenna (see page 5), or contact your dealer.

•Select another station.

•Check the connection. (See page 5.)

•Switch power off, and remove and re-insert the power plug in the socket.

•Switch power off and leave the unit a few hours before switching power on again.

•Press VCR CONTROL to operate the VCR. (See page 54.)

•This remote control can operate a JVC’s VCR whose remote control code is set to A code.

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Contents TH-A30R If in Doubt Consult a Competent Electrician Important for Laser Products Above ALL Table of Contents Front Panel Center UnitDisplay window DisplayRemote Control Remote ControlInside of the Cover Checking the Supplied Accessories Before InstallationPutting Batteries in the Remote Control FM antenna connection Connecting the FM and AM AntennasAM antenna connection Getting Started Speaker Layout DiagramConnecting speaker cords to the terminals Connecting the SpeakersWhen setting the speakers Turn the power off to all components before connections Connecting Audio/Video ComponentAudio component connection Video cord supplied TV connectionBasic DVD Operations Turn On the PowerPress DVD Load a DVDStop Playback Muting DSP Mode Volume Volume +Basic VCD/CD Operations Load a VCD/CDActivate DSP Mode Tune into a Station Basic Tuner OperationsSelect the Band Other Basic Operations Turning Off the Power with the TimerEnjoying Sounds from the External Component Setting the Delay Time Speaker SettingsPress 3 or 2 to adjust delay time Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust the other delay timeFor Dolby Pro Logic Before you start, remember Press AUX to select the externalCreating Realistic Sound Fields Available surround according to the input signal format DSP Digital Signal Processor ModesAdjusting Stereo Sound Press 3 or 2 to adjust the output balancePress 3 or 2 to adjust the output level Sound PRO Logic DSP ModeFollowing adjustment indications Appears on the display Adjusting Dolby Digital DTS Digital SurroundFrom the remote control only Press D.R.C Activating Dynamic Range CompressionAdjusting Dolby Surround Remote control to select Dolby Pro Logic Or Dolby 3 StereoRepeat 1 and 2 for setting the other speakers Panel repeatedly to select the desired DSP mode Adjusting DSP ModesNow, you are ready to start the adjustment Press Sound repeatedly to select the Sound CEN, REAR, or SWSound Repeat 1 and 2 for setting the other speakerDisc Introduction-DVD/VCD/CD If appears on the TV screen when pressing a buttonALL PALTo go to another chapter or track Basic Disc OperationsTo start playback To stop during playbackShowing the On-Screen Bar DVD PlaybackPress Display Selecting the Multi-Angle Views Selecting the Audio LanguagesSelecting the Subtitles Moving to a Particular Portion Directly Checking the Remaining TimeDisc Menu-Driven Playback Repeating Playback Searching for a Particular PointProgramming the Playing Order Chapters-Program Play To erase the stored program To check the program contentsTo modify the program To exit from program playPress Step once during playback DVD Special Effect PlaybackPress Step repeatedly to advance Picture frame by frameFrom the remote control only Press Display Svcd can be operated by using the VCD operation procedureVCD/CD Playback Playing time you want to Search for Disc Menu-Driven Playback Only for VCDEnd point Press A-B Repeat again to selectRepeatone Repeatdisc Repeat OFF Repeat steps 3 and 4 to program other tracks you want Programming the Playing Order Tracks-Program PlayPress 3 or 2 to select a track Number, then Enter To stop during playSelecting Playback Channel Press AUDIO/FM Mode repeatedlyAudioleft Audioright Audiostereo Press Zoom again VCD Special Effect PlaybackMP3 Introduction What is MP3?MP3 File Compatibility Disc structure-How are MP3 files recorded and played back?Starting Playback MP3 PlaybackPress 0 to load a disc Press 3/8 Repeat Search Operations Using the On-Screen DisplayStart playback or go into a directory Select a track or directoryPress the number buttons to Select a track number you Want Moving to a Particular Track DirectlyTo repeat playback-Repeat Play System starts playback from Selected trackTuner Operations Tuning in StationsSelecting the FM Reception Mode Using Preset TuningWhat information can RDS signals provide? Using the RDS Radio Data System To Receive FM StationsPress PTY Search again, while Searching for a Program by PTY CodesIs still on the display Description of the PTY codes Memo Setting the Initial Languages Setting up the DVD PreferencesSetup Languages you can select on this menuPress ∞ or 5 to select highlight one of the language items Press SetupPress Enter Introducing the DVD Preference SystemMenu Setting the TV screen sizePress the number buttons to enter the password 4 digits Setting the Parental Rating LevelTo change the password Press Setup againTurn on or off the VCR Operating JVC’s ComponentsOperating Other Manufacturers’ TV If there are more than one code listed for your brand of TVTry to operate your TV by pressing TV Manufacturers’ codes for TV CodesCleaning the unit MaintenanceGeneral Notes Handling DiscsVCR Control button has been pressed TroubleshootingPress DVD or FM/AM to operate the system. See Amplifier section SpecificationsVideo section Tuner sectionPage 0602KSMMDWSAM

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