00-00_Cover[J].fm Page 1 Friday, February 27, 2004 7:41 PM COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM FS-S77B/FS-S77S —Consists of CA-FSS77 and SP-UXS77B/SP-UXS77S D I G I T A L INSTRUCTIONS 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.
Safty[J].fm Page 1 Friday, February 27, 2004 7:51 PM Warnings, Cautions and Others Mises en garde, précautions et indications diverses CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Safty[J].fm Page 2 Friday, February 27, 2004 7:51 PM For U.S.A. For Canada/pour le Canada This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Safty[J].fm Page 3 Friday, February 27, 2004 7:51 PM 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. 1 PRODUIT LASER CLASSE 1 2 ATTENTION: N’ouvrez pas le couvercle supérieur.
UX-S77[J].book Page 1 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM CONTENTS Introduction ............................................................ 2 On-Screen Disc Operations ..................................24 Precautions ..........................................................................2 How to Read This Manual ..................................................2 On-screen Bar Information................................................24 Operations Using the On-screen Bar..............................
UX-S77[J].book Page 2 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM Introduction Precautions Installation • Install in a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold—between 5°C and 35°C. • Install the System in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent internal heat buildup in the System. DO NOT install the System in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or vibration. • Leave sufficient distance between the System and the TV.
UX-S77[J].book Page 3 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM Getting Started Step 1:Unpack the package and check the accessories. Step 1: Unpack After unpacking, check to be sure that you have all the following items. The number in parentheses indicates the quantity of each piece supplied. • FM antenna (1) • AM loop antenna (1) • Remote control (1) • Composite video cord (1) • Batteries (2) If any item is missing, consult your dealer immediately.
UX-S77[J].book Page 4 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM Step 3: Hook Up If you need more detailed information, see page 6. Illustrations of the input/output terminals below are typical examples. When you connect other components, refer also to their manuals since the terminal names actually printed on the rear may vary. AM loop antenna (supplied) Turn it until the best reception is obtained. Turn the power off to all components before connections. VCR, etc.
UX-S77[J].book Page 5 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM For better FM/AM reception AM loop antenna Keep it connected. Vynile-covered wire (not supplied) Outdoor FM antenna (not supplied) Extend it horizontally. Disconnect the supplied FM antenna, and connect to an outdoor FM antenna using a 75 Ω wire with coaxial type connector (IEC or DIN45325). FM antenna (supplied) Extend it so that you can obtain the best reception.
UX-S77[J].book Page 6 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM To assemble and connect the AM loop antenna To connect the AV COMPU LINK cords To assemble the AM loop antenna This system allows you to use JVC’s TV with simple operations; by starting playing back a disc, the TV automatically turns on and changes the input mode to the appropriate position so that you can view the playback picture.
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UX-S77[J].book Page 8 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM Display Indicators The indications on the display teach you a lot of things while you are operating the System. Before operating the System, be familiar with when and how the indicator illuminates on the display. 123 4 5 WMA MP3 1DISC ALL GR. SLEEP MONO 3D PHONIC ST PRGM RAND BONUS B.S.P. 7 89p q w e 1 Disc tray indicators • 1-5: Disc tray number indicators. • (tray indicator): – Lights when the disc is detected.
UX-S77[J].book Page 9 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM Indications on the main display while operating a disc While playing back a disc: While disc play is stopped: • DVD Video: • DVD Video: Chapter no. Elapsed playing time Total title no. 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 • By pressing DISPLAY, you can show the current title and chapter numbers for a few seconds. • DVD Audio: • DVD Audio: Group no. Elapsed playing time Track no. 1 2 3 4 5 Track no.
UX-S77[J].book Page 10 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM Daily Operations—Playback 1 10 keys SET RETURN MENU 3D PHONIC TOP MENU , , , ENTER 2 DISC SELECT 8,7 1/¡ GROUP/TITLE 4/¢ 3 SHIFT FM/PLAY MODE In this manual, the operation using the remote control is mainly explained; however, you can use the buttons and controls on the main unit if they have the same (or similar) name and marks. 1 Turn on the power. The STANDBY/ON lamp on the main unit lights in green.
UX-S77[J].book Page 11 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM 3 Select a preset number for the station you store. Listening to the Radio To select the band (FM or AM) AUDIO SUB TITLE ANGLE 1 2 3 ZOOM FM 4 AM VFP 6 5 3D PHONIC DVD LEVEL 9 8 7 PAGE - PAGE + 10 10 Examples: To select preset number 5, press 5. To select preset number 15, press +10, then 5. To select preset number 30, press +10, +10, then 10. To tune in to a station While FM or AM is selected...
UX-S77[J].book Page 12 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM Playing Back a Disc On-screen guide icons Before operating a disc, be familiar how a disc is recorded. • DVD Video comprises of “Titles” which includes “Chapters,” DVD Audio/MP3/WMA comprise of “Groups” which include “Tracks,” and CD/SVCD/VCD comprise of only “Tracks.” • For JPEG playback, see “Operations on the CONTROL Screen” on page 27.
UX-S77[J].book Page 13 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM 2 Select an item on the disc menu. Remote ONLY To locate an item directly You can select a title/chapter/track directly and start playback. • For DVD Video, you can select a title before starting playback, while you can select a chapter after starting playback. AUDIO SUB TITLE ANGLE 1 2 3 ZOOM 4 VFP 6 5 3D PHONIC DVD LEVEL 9 8 7 Examples: To select number 5, press 5. To select number 15, press +10, then 5.
UX-S77[J].book Page 14 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM Daily Operations—Sound&Other Adjustments Adjusting the Volume Remote control You can adjust the volume level from level 0 (VOL MIN) to level 50 (VOL MAX). Main unit: Remote control: VOLUME VFP DVD LEVEL DISPLAY SET , , , ENTER VOLUME To drop the volume in a moment FADE MUTING SLEEP CLOCK/ TIMER BASS/ TREBLE SHIFT RHYTHM AX Remote ONLY To restore the volume, press again, or adjust the volume level. DIMMER A.
UX-S77[J].book Page 15 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM Presetting Automatic DVD Sound Increase Remote ONLY Level Changing the Display Brightness You can dim the display window. The DVD sound is sometimes recorded at a lower level than for other discs and sources. You can set the increase level for the currently loaded DVD, so you do not have to adjust the volume every time you change the source. DVD LEVEL 9 NORMAL MIDDLE HIGH DIMMER DIM OFF NORMAL Original recording level.
UX-S77[J].book Page 16 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM To adjust the picture tone Setting the Clock 1 Select “USER1” or “USER2.” 2 • Follow steps 1 and 2 explained on page 15. Select a parameter you want to adjust. ENTER Remote ONLY Without setting the built-in clock, you cannot use Daily Timers (see page 29) and Sleep Timer. • To exit from the clock setting, press CLOCK/TIMER as required. • To go back to the previous step, press CANCEL. 1 Activate the clock setting mode.
Basic.fm Page 17 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:39 PM Turning Off the Power Remote ONLY Automatically To turn off the unit after playback is over—Auto Standby On Canceled A.STANDBY When Auto Standby is in use, the A.STANDBY indicator lights on the display. When disc play stops, the A.STANDBY indicator starts flashing. If no operation is done for about 3 minutes while the indicator is flashing, the System turns off (stands by) automatically.
UX-S77[J].book Page 18 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM Unique DVD/VCD Operations Selecting the Sound Track Remote control SUB TITLE AUDIO ZOOM ANGLE 10 keys Remote ONLY For DVD Video: While playing back a chapter containing audio languages, you can select the language to listen to. For DVD Audio: While playing back a track containing audio channels, you can select the audio channel to listen to. For SVCD/VCD: When playing back a track, you can select the audio channel to play.
UX-S77[J].book Page 19 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM Remote ONLY Selecting the Subtitle Language For DVD Video: While playing back a chapter containing subtitles in different languages, you can select the subtitle language to display on the TV screen. For SVCD: While playing, you can select the subtitles even if no subtitles are recorded on the disc. • You can also select the subtitle language using the onscreen bar (see page 24).
UX-S77[J].book Page 20 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM Selecting Browsable Still Pictures Remote ONLY 2 Select slow motion speed. SLOW – While playing back a track (of DVD Audio) linked to browsable still pictures (BSP), you can select the still picture (turn the page) to be shown on the TV screen. • If a track is linked to browsable still pictures (BSP), they are usually shown in turn automatically during playback. • You can also select the page using the on-screen bar (see page 24).
UX-S77[J].book Page 21 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM Advanced Disc Operations Programming the Playing Order— Remote control Remote ONLY Program Play You can arrange the playing order of the chapters or tracks (up to 99) before you start playback. 1 10 keys Before starting playback, activate Program Play.
AdvancedDisc.fm Page 22 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:38 PM 4 Start playback. Playing at Random—Random Play Playback starts in the order you have programmed. DVD/CD You can play the chapters or tracks of all loaded discs at random. • Random Play cannot be used for some DVDs. 1 To skip a step: To pause: Remote ONLY To stop: Before starting playback, activate Random Play. FM/PLAY MODE GROUP/TITLE PROGRAM RANDOM Canceled To release, press DVD/CD 3.
UX-S77[J].book Page 23 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM Remote ONLY Playing Repeatedly ALL • You can also select the repeat mode using the on-screen bar (see page 25). Repeats all discs in all tray or all programmed tracks. 1 Repeats the current chapter/track. Repeat Play GR. Repeats the current title/group. 1DISC Repeats the current disc. You can repeat playback. • For DVD Video: While playing... Canceled REPEAT A-B REPEAT 1 Canceled GR.
UX-S77[J].book Page 24 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM On-Screen Disc Operations On-screen Bar Information Remote control You can check the disc information (except for MP3/WMA/ JPEG disc) and use some functions through the on-screen bar.
UX-S77[J].book Page 25 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM Remote ONLY Operations Using the On-screen Bar For detailed operations of the following functions, see also “Operations Using the On-screen Bar” on the left. Ex.: Selecting a subtitle (French) for DVD Video: While a disc is selected as the source... Changing the time information 1 You can change the time information in the on-screen bar and the display window on the main unit. Display the on-screen bar with the pull-down menu.
UX-S77[J].book Page 26 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM Time Search 4 Select the repeat mode you want. ALL Repeats all discs or all programmed track. You can move to a particular point by specifying the elapsed playing time from the beginning. A-B Repeats a desired portion (see next column). 1 While playing (without PBC for SVCD/VCD), display the on-screen bar with the pull-down menu. • Except for DVD: Time Search can be used before starting playback. 2 Select . 3 Display the pop-up window.
UX-S77[J].book Page 27 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM 4 Enter the desired chapter/track number. AUDIO SUB TITLE ANGLE 1 2 3 ZOOM 4 VFP 7 6 5 3D PHONIC DVD LEVEL 8 PROGRESSIVE 0 9 Examples: To select chapter/track 5, press 5. To select chapter/track 15, press 1, then 5. To select chapter/track 30, press 3, then 0. • To correct a misentry, press the 10 keys until the desired number shown in the pop-up window. 5 Finish the setting.
UX-S77[J].book Page 28 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM To move the highlight bar between group list and track list Moves the bar to the track list. To repeat slide-show for JPEG While playing or before starting playback... REPEAT A-B REPEAT GR. 1DISC Canceled ALL Moves the bar to the group list. GR. To select a group/track in the list Move the highlight bar to a desired item. • If you move the highlight bar while playing back an MP3/ WMA disc, the selected track starts playback automatically.
UX-S77[J].book Page 29 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM Timer Operations Setting the Timer Remote control STANDBY/ ON SET CANCEL , CLOCK/ TIMER Remote ONLY Using Daily Timer, you can wake up with your favorite music. You can store three Daily Timer settings; however, you can activate only one of the timers at a time. • To exit from the timer setting, press CLOCK/TIMER as required. • To correct a misentry during the process, press CANCEL. You can return to the previous step.
UX-S77[J].book Page 30 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM 2 Set the hour then the minute for off-time. 3 Select the playback source—“TUNER FM,” “TUNER AM,” “DISC,” or “AUX.” To turn off the Timer after its setting is done Since Daily Timer is activated at the same time everyday, you may need to cancel it on some particular days. 1 Select the Timer you want to cancel. 1 2 3 4 5 1 3 4 For “TUNER FM” and “TUNER AM”: Select a preset channel.
UX-S77[J].book Page 31 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM Setup Menu Operations . Operating Procedure Remote control Remote ONLY You can use the Setup Menus only when a disc is selected as the source and its playback is not yet started. Ex.: Selecting “STILL PICTURE” for “FILE TYPE”: 1 Display the Setup Menu. SET UP 10 keys MENU LANGUAGE ENGLISH AUDIO LANGUAGE ENGLISH SUBTITLE OFF ON SCREEN LANGUAGE ENGLISH SELECT , , , ENTER SET UP LANGUAGE ENTER 2 USE TO SELECT.
UX-S77[J].book Page 32 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM 6 7 PICTURE Setup Menu You can select the desired options concerning a picture or monitor screen. Finish the setting. ENTER 7 PICTURE Repeat steps 3 to 4 to set other items on the same Setup Menu. Repeat steps 2 to 4 to set other items on another Setup Menu. MONITOR TYPE 4:3 LB PICTURE SOURCE AUTO SCREEN SAVER ON FILE TYPE AUDIO SELECT ENTER To erase the Setup Menu USE TO SELECT. USE ENTER TO CONFIRM TO EXIT, PRESS [ SET UP ] .
UX-S77[J].book Page 33 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM PICTURE SOURCE You can obtain optimal picture quality by selecting an appropriate option—picture source type (either video source or film source). 7 AUDIO Setup Menu You can adjust the sound settings of the System. AUDIO Select one of the following: AUTO: Normally select this.
UX-S77[J].book Page 34 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM D. RANGE COMPRESSION AV COMPULINK MODE You can compress the dynamic range (the difference between the loudest sound and the softest sound) to enjoy a powerful sound even at a low volume level when listening to Dolby Digital software. This is useful at night. • The effectiveness varies depends on a software. When connecting the System to a JVC’s TV with the AV COMPU LINK remote control system, select the proper setting.
UX-S77[J].book Page 35 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM 5 Restricting the Review —Parental Lock Select “COUNTRY CODE,” then display the pop-up window. Remote ONLY PARENTAL LOCK ENTER You can restrict playback of DVD Video containing violent scenes and those unsuitable for your family members. Once you have set the rating level, such violent scenes (for which a higher level than you set is assigned) may be skipped or changed to another scene (depending on how the disc is programmed).
UX-S77[J].book Page 36 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM To change the setting To release Parental Lock temporarily 1 When you set a strict rating level, some discs may not be played back at all. When you try to play such a disc, the following screen appears on the TV. Display the PARENTAL LOCK sub menu. • Follow steps 1 to 4 of “To set Parental Lock”.
UX-S77[J].book Page 37 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM Additional Information Learning More about This System Getting Started (see pages 3 to 6) Changing the Scanning Mode • To enjoy the progressive video picture, connect a TV with the progressive video input using component video cord. Daily Operations—Playback (see pages 10 to 13) Listening to the Radio: • If you store a new station into an occupied preset number, the previously stored station in that number will be erased.
UX-S77[J].book Page 38 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM On-Screen Disc Operations (see pages 24 to 28) • For JPEG files playback... – It is recommended that you record a file at 640 x 480 resolution. (If a file has been recorded at a resolution of more than 640 x 480, it will take a long time to be shown.) – This System can play only baseline JPEG files. Progressive JPEG files or lossless JPEG files cannot be played. Baseline JPEG format: Used for digital cameras, web, etc.
UX-S77[J].book Page 39 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM Maintenance To remove the speaker grilles To get the best performance of the System, keep your discs and mechanism clean. Handling discs • When removing the disc from its case, hold it at the edge while pressing the center hole lightly. • Do not touch the shiny surface of the disc, or bend the disc. • Put the disc back in its case after use to prevent warping. • Be careful not to scratch the surface of the disc.
UX-S77[J].book Page 40 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM Troubleshooting If you are having a problem with your System, check this list for a possible solution before calling for service. General: Adjustments or settings are suddenly canceled before you finish. ] There is a time limit. Repeat the procedure again. Operations are disabled. ] The built-in microprocessor may malfunction due to external electrical interference. Unplug the AC power cord and then plug it back in.
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UX-S77[J].book Page 44 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM Parts Index Refer to the pages to see how to use the buttons and controls.
UX-S77[J].book Page 45 Friday, February 27, 2004 9:24 PM General Specifications Amplifier section Output Power: LOW: 25 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 4 Ω at 1 kHz with no more than 10% total harmonic distortion. HIGH: 25 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 4 Ω at 10 kHz with no more than 10% total harmonic distortion. Analog input: AUX: Power requirement: AC 120 V 60 Hz Power consumption: 85 W (at operation) 15 W (on standby) 2.0 W (with deactivating the clock indication) Dimensions (approx.
00-00_Wrranty[J].fm Page 1 Wednesday, February 25, 2004 3:41 PM LIMITED WARRANTY AUDIO-1 JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA warrants this product and all parts thereof, except as set forth below ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AT RETAIL to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP from the date of original retail purchase for the period as shown below.
00-00_Wrranty[J].fm Page 2 Wednesday, February 25, 2004 3:41 PM Authorized Service Centers ® QUALITY SERVICE HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER TOLL FREE: 1 (800) 537-5722 http://www.jvc.com Dear Customer, In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase, please read the instruction booklet before operating the unit.In the event that repairs are necessary, please call 1 (800)537-5722 for your nearest authorized servicer or visit our website at www.JVC.
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