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PRODUCT LINE:
DSC 500
(230V)
DESIGN GOAL: Bring the thrill of live performance and movie sound to the
home environment by calling on JBL’s professional engineering leadership.
home environment by calling on JBL’s professional engineering leadership.
SATELLITE TYPE: Titanium-laminate-dome tweeter
SUBWOOFER TYPE: Bass-reflex enclosure
PORT DESIGN: FreeFlow™ flared
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCE: Cinema Systems
®
MODEL
NUMBER:
NUMBER:
DSC 500
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W E L C O M E
And thank you for purchasing this
JBL Digital Simply Cinema system.
This state of the art system includes
everything you need to experience
movie theater quality digital video
and audio in the comfort of your own
living room. The only thing you need
to add is your own TV. We have
designed this system to be easy to
set up, and even easier to use. But
please review this manual before you
operate your system. Have it handy
while you are setting the system up
and keep it available for future refer-
ence or in the unlikely event that you
encounter any unexpected problems.
We have tried to keep this manual as
simple as possible. It begins with a
description of the important controls
on the main unit and the remote. It
then explains how to connect the
speakers, your TV, and optional
external sources to the main unit,
how to position the speakers for the
most natural surround sound, and
then how to operate the DVD/CD
player and the AM/FM Stereo
Receiver.
JBL Digital Simply Cinema system.
This state of the art system includes
everything you need to experience
movie theater quality digital video
and audio in the comfort of your own
living room. The only thing you need
to add is your own TV. We have
designed this system to be easy to
set up, and even easier to use. But
please review this manual before you
operate your system. Have it handy
while you are setting the system up
and keep it available for future refer-
ence or in the unlikely event that you
encounter any unexpected problems.
We have tried to keep this manual as
simple as possible. It begins with a
description of the important controls
on the main unit and the remote. It
then explains how to connect the
speakers, your TV, and optional
external sources to the main unit,
how to position the speakers for the
most natural surround sound, and
then how to operate the DVD/CD
player and the AM/FM Stereo
Receiver.
All of the optional system settings
have been preset at our factory for
correct operation of the system. All
you have to do is insert a disc, sit
back, and enjoy a great home theater
experience.
have been preset at our factory for
correct operation of the system. All
you have to do is insert a disc, sit
back, and enjoy a great home theater
experience.
You may want to change some of the
optional settings. A description of all
the optional settings and instructions
for changing them are found in the
second half of the manual.
optional settings. A description of all
the optional settings and instructions
for changing them are found in the
second half of the manual.
This system was designed to provide
you with many years of reliable
operation with a minimum of care and
maintenance. Every component in
your system was in perfect working
condition when it left our factory. If
you experience any problems with
the set-up or operation of this system,
please review the Troubleshooting
Guide at the end of this manual
before you contact your authorized
JBL dealer.
you with many years of reliable
operation with a minimum of care and
maintenance. Every component in
your system was in perfect working
condition when it left our factory. If
you experience any problems with
the set-up or operation of this system,
please review the Troubleshooting
Guide at the end of this manual
before you contact your authorized
JBL dealer.
The serial number of your system can
be found on a label on the back panel
of the main unit, and also on the
display carton. Please record the
serial number in the space below. You
may need to refer to this number if
your system ever needs to be
serviced or for insurance purposes.
be found on a label on the back panel
of the main unit, and also on the
display carton. Please record the
serial number in the space below. You
may need to refer to this number if
your system ever needs to be
serviced or for insurance purposes.
Model no.: DSC 500
Serial No.: ___________________
Warning
To prevent fire or shock hazard,
do not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
do not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open
the cabinet.
the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel only.
personnel only.
The AC cord must only be changed at
qualified service facility.
qualified service facility.
• This appliance is classified as a
CLASS 1 LASER product.
• The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
MARKING is located on the rear
panel.
panel.
• This product contains a low power
laser device. To ensure continued
safety, do not remove any cover or
attempt to gain access to the inside
of the product.
safety, do not remove any cover or
attempt to gain access to the inside
of the product.
Caution
Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel only.
personnel only.
The following marking is printed on
the rear panel.
the rear panel.
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T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S
Introduction
Page
Important Safeguards and Precautions
3
Front Panel Controls
4
Front Panel Display
5
Rear Panel Connections
6
Remote Control
7
Basic Information
9
About This Manual
9
Notes On Discs
9
DVD Regional Coding
9
Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control
9
Installation
Page
Speaker Placement
10
System Connections
12
Antenna Connections
13
TV, Audio and Power Connections and Sub Auto On
14
TV and Aux Connections
14
Connecting AC Power
14
Subwoofer Auto-On
14
Using Tuner Presets
15
Presetting Radio Stations
15
Recalling Preset Stations
15
Changing Preset Stations
15
Playing Disc
Page
Basic Playback
16
Slow Motion Play
17
Frame By Frame Advance
17
Locate a Point Quickly
17
Skip to Next or Previous Track/Chapter/Title
17
Using the Individual DVD Disc Menu
18
Repeat Playback
19
Program Play (Audio CD’s and VCD’s Only)
20
Selecting a Start Point
21
Selecting a Start Point by Chapter or Time Code
21
Selecting a Track Using Number Buttons
21
Checking Information Using Display Button
22
Settings And Adjustments
Page
Using the Set-Up Menu and Navigation Buttons
23
Set Up Menu Item List
24
General Setup
25
Selecting the On Screen Display (OSD) Language
25
Screen Saver Setting (SCR Saver)
25
TV Display Setting
25
TV Type Setting (Multi / NTSC / PAL)
26
Angle Mark Setting
26
Video Out Setting
26
Speaker Setup
27
Delay Setting
27
Audio Setup
28
Dynamic Range Setting
28
Preferences Setup
28
Selecting the Language for Audio
28
Selecting the Language for Subtitles
28
Selecting the Language for Disc Menu
28
Setting the Parental Control Level
28
Changing the Password
29
Returning to the Original Factory Default Settings
29
Other Functions
Page
Angle Selection
30
Subtitle Language Selection
30
Audio Language/Format Selection
30
Listening To The Radio
31
RDS Operation
31
Listening To An External Source
32
Selecting Listening Modes
32
Surround Mode Chart
33
Using The Sleep Timer
34
MP3 Playback
34
Adjusting The Speaker Volume And Treble Controls
35
Picture Zooming
36
Additional Information
Page
Troubleshooting 37
Glossary 39
Specifications 40
Glossary 39
Specifications 40
Declaration of Conformity
We, Harman Consumer International
2, route de Tours
72500 Château-du-Loir
France
72500 Château-du-Loir
France
declare in own responsibility, that the product
described in this owner’s manual is in
compliance with technical standards:
described in this owner’s manual is in
compliance with technical standards:
EN 50081-1:1992
EN 50082-1:1992
EN 60065-1:1998
EN 50013/A14:1999
EN 50020/A14:1999
EN 55022:1998
EN 61000-3-2/A14:2000
EN 61000-3-3/1:1995
EN 50082-1:1992
EN 60065-1:1998
EN 50013/A14:1999
EN 50020/A14:1999
EN 55022:1998
EN 61000-3-2/A14:2000
EN 61000-3-3/1:1995
Luc Emmanuel Godard
JBL,
Harman Consumer International
France, 09/02
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If There is Noise Interferen-
ce on the TV While a Broad-
cast is Being Received
ce on the TV While a Broad-
cast is Being Received
Depending on the reception condition
of the TV, interference may appear on
the TV monitor while you watch a TV
broadcast and the controller is left
on. This is not a malfunction of the
controller or the TV. To watch a TV
broadcast, turn off the controller.
of the TV, interference may appear on
the TV monitor while you watch a TV
broadcast and the controller is left
on. This is not a malfunction of the
controller or the TV. To watch a TV
broadcast, turn off the controller.
Service
• Do not attempt to service the
controller or subwoofer yourself.
• Please contact your authorized JBL
dealer.
Audio-visual material may consist of
copyrighted works which must not be
recorded without the permission of
the owner of the copyright.
Please refer to relevant laws
covering copyright protection.
copyrighted works which must not be
recorded without the permission of
the owner of the copyright.
Please refer to relevant laws
covering copyright protection.
Copy protection
This DVD player supports Macro-
vision copy protection. On DVD discs
that include a copy protection code, if
the contents of the DVD disc are
copied using a VCR, the copy pro-
tection code prevents the videotape
copy from playing normally.
vision copy protection. On DVD discs
that include a copy protection code, if
the contents of the DVD disc are
copied using a VCR, the copy pro-
tection code prevents the videotape
copy from playing normally.
For Optimum Performance
The controller is a precision device
that is constructed using extremely
accurate technology. Soiling or
friction affecting the pickup lens or
disc drive can impair the image
quality. In the worst case, neither
video nor audio will be played back.
To obtain optimum picture quality, the
player should be checked (cleaning
and replacement of some parts)
every 1,000 hours. Note that this
period varies depending on the
environment (temperature, humidity,
dust) in which the player is used.
that is constructed using extremely
accurate technology. Soiling or
friction affecting the pickup lens or
disc drive can impair the image
quality. In the worst case, neither
video nor audio will be played back.
To obtain optimum picture quality, the
player should be checked (cleaning
and replacement of some parts)
every 1,000 hours. Note that this
period varies depending on the
environment (temperature, humidity,
dust) in which the player is used.
Do not attempt to clean the pickup
lens yourself.
lens yourself.
Unpacking
Check that you have the following
items:
• DSC 500 DVD-RDS DVD
items:
• DSC 500 DVD-RDS DVD
player/controller/tuner (1)
• Subwoofer (1)
• Center speaker (1)
• Satellite speakers (4)
• Remote control (1)
• AAA batteries (2)
• SCART A/V cable (1 meter)
• Controller/subwoofer cable
• Center speaker (1)
• Satellite speakers (4)
• Remote control (1)
• AAA batteries (2)
• SCART A/V cable (1 meter)
• Controller/subwoofer cable
(4 meter)
• Left/Center/Right/Front speaker
cables (3x3 meter)
• Surround speaker cables
(2x12 meter)
• AM loop antenna (1)
• FM antenna (1)
• Owner’s Manual (1)
• FM antenna (1)
• Owner’s Manual (1)
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND PRECAUTIONS
