JVC TH-BC3 User Manual

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CAUTION
Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as 
sunshine, fire or the like.
ATTENTION
Les piles ne doivent en aucun cas être exposées à une 
chaleur excessive (lumière du soleil, feu, etc.).
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.
ATTENTION
Afin d’éviter tout risque d’électrocution, d’incendie, etc.:
1. Ne pas enlever les vis ni les panneaux et ne pas ouvrir le 
coffret de l’appareil.
2. Ne pas exposer l’appareil à la pluie ni à l’humidité.
This device compiles with RSS-210 of Industry Canada 
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 
(1) this device may not cause interference, and 
(2) this device must accept any interference, including 
interference that may cause undesired operation of the 
device.
Cet appareil est conforme au réglement CNR-210 de 
l’industrie du Canada. L’utilisation de ce dispositif est 
autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes: 
(1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l’utilisateur 
du dispositif doit étre prét à accepter tout brouillage 
radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est susceptible 
de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.
For Canada
THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED THE CLASS 
B LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE EMISSIONS FROM DIGITAL 
APPARATUS AS SET OUT IN THE INTERFERENCE-CAUSING 
EQUIPMENT STANDARD ENTITLED “DIGITAL APPARATUS,” 
ICES-003 OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS.
Pour le Canada
CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE RESPECTE LES LIMITES 
DE BRUITS RADIOELECTRIQUES APPLICABLES AUX 
APPAREILS NUMERIQUES DE CLASSE B PRESCRITES DANS 
LA NORME SUR LE MATERIEL BROUILLEUR; “APPAREILS 
NUMERIQUES”, NMB-003 EDICTEE PAR LE MINISTRE DES 
COMMUNICATIONS.
For U.S.A.
WARNING
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE 
THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Pour les Etats-Unis
AVERTISSEMENT 
POUR PRÉVENIR LES RISQUES D’INCENDIE OU DE CHOCS 
ÉLECTRIQUES, NE PAS EXPOSER CE APPAREIL À LA PLUIE 
OU À L’HUMIDITÉ.
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.
ATTENTION
Ne bloquez pas les orifices ou les trous de ventilation. (Si 
les orifices ou les trous de ventilation sont bloqués par un 
journal un tissu, etc., la chaleur peut ne pas être évacuée 
correctement de l’appareil.)
Ne placez aucune source de flamme nue, telle qu’une 
bougie, sur l’appareil.
Lors de la mise au rebut des piles, veuillez prendre en 
considération les problèmes de l’environnement et suivre 
strictement les règles et les lois locales sur la mise au 
rebut des piles.
N’exposez pas cet appareil à la pluie, à l’humidité, à un 
égouttement ou à des éclaboussures et ne placez pas des 
objets remplis de liquide, tels qu’un vase, sur l’appareil.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 
(2) this device must accept any interference received, 
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by 
the manufacturer for compliance could void the user’s 
authority to operate the equipment.
Cet appareil est conforme à la partie 15 des règles 
de la FCC (Federal Communications Commission). Le 
fonctionnement est sujet aux deux conditions suivantes: 
(1) Cet appareil ne peut pas causer d’interférences 
nuisibles, et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute 
interférence reçue, y compris des interférences qui 
peuvent causer un mauvais fonctionnement.
Tout changement ou modification non expressément 
approuvés par le fabricant pour conformité peut annuler 
l’autorité de l’utilisateur d’utiliser l’appareil.
[European Union only]
[Union européenne seulement]
For U.S.A.
         
 
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, 
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to 
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated 
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s 
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude 
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral 
triangle is intended to alert the user to 
the presence of important operating and 
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the 
literature accompanying the appliance.
Pour les Etats-Unis
Le symbole de l’éclair à l’intérieur d’un triangle 
équilatéral est destiné à alerter l’utilisateur sur 
la présence d’une “tension dangereuse” non 
isolée dans le boîtier du produit. Cette tension 
est suffisante pour provoquer l’électrocution 
de personnes.
Le point d’exclamation à l’intérieur d’un 
triangle équilatéral est destiné à alerter 
l’utilisateur sur la présence d’opérations 
d’entretien importantes au sujet desquelles 
des renseignements se trouvent dans le 
manuel d’instructions.
CAUTION
The 
 button in any position does not disconnect the 
mains line.
Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off 
completely (the STANDBY lamp goes off). The MAINS plug 
or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, 
the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
When the System is on standby, the STANDBY lamp lights red.
When the System is turned on, the STANDBY lamp goes off.
The power can be remote controlled.
ATTENTION
La touche 
, dans n’importe quelle position, ne 
déconnecte pas le système du secteur. Déconnectez la 
fiche de secteur pour mettre l’appareil complètement hors 
tension (le témoin STANDBY s’éteint). La fiche secteur ou 
un coupleur est utilisé comme dispositif de déconnexion 
de l’appareil, et l’appareil déconnecté doit être prêt à être 
utilisé.
Quand le système est en attente, le témoin STANDBY est 
allumé en rouge.
Quand le système est sous tension, le témoin STANDBY 
s’éteint.
L’alimentation peut être télécommandée.

CAUTION: Proper Ventilation
To avoid risk of electric shock and fire, and to prevent damage, locate the apparatus as follows:
Front: No obstructions and open spacing.
Sides/Top/Back: No obstructions should be placed in the areas indicated by the dimensions in the illustration.
Bottom: Place on the level surface. Maintain an adequate air path for ventilation by placing on a stand with a height of 10 
cm (3-15/16”) or more.
ATTENTION: Ventilation Correcte
Pour éviter tout risque de choc électrique et d’incendie, placez l’appareil en respectant ce qui suit:
Avant: Rien ne doit gêner le dégagement.
Flancs/Dessus/Arrière: Aucun obstacle ne doit être placé dans les zones indiquées par les dimensions dans 
l’illustration.
Dessous: Poser l’appareil sur une surface plate. Laissez suffisamment d’espace pour que la ventilation puisse 
s’effectuer correctement en plaçant l’appareil sur un socle d’une hauteur de 10 cm ou plus.
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15 cm 
(5-15/16") 
15 cm (5-15/16") 
15 cm (5-15/16") 
10 cm (3-15/16") 
Front / Face
For U.S.A.
Caution:
 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by party responsible for compliance could void the user’s 
authority to operate the equipment.
Note: 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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and 
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no 
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to 
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to 
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Pour les Etats-Unis
Attention:
 Les changements ou les modifications qui ne sont pas explicitement approuvés par la partie responsable de 
l’observance pourraient mettre fin au droit de l’utilisateur d’utiliser le matériel.
Remarque: Cet appareil a été testé et il s’est avéré conforme aux limites applicables à un appareil numérique de 
classe B, en vertu de la Partie 15 des Règles de la FCC. Ces limites sont conçues de manière à assurer une protection 
raisonnable contre les interférences nuisibles dans une installation résidentielle. Cet appareil produit, utilise et peut 
émettre une énergie de haute fréquence et, s’il n’est pas installé et utilisé en conformité avec les instructions, il peut 
causer des interférences nuisibles aux communications radio. Il n’y a, toutefois, aucune garantie que des interférences 
ne se produiront pas dans une installation particulière. Si cet appareil cause effectivement des interférences nuisibles 
à la réception de la radio ou de la télévision, ce qu’on peut établir en mettant l’appareil en marche et à l’arrêt, nous 
encourageons l’utilisateur à tenter de corriger l’interférence par une ou plusieurs des mesures suivantes:
réorienter ou déplacer l’antenne de réception;
accroître la séparation entre l’appareil et le récepteur;
brancher l’appareil dans une prise ou un circuit autre que celui auquel le récepteur est branché;
consulter un vendeur ou un technicien radio/TV expérimenté pour obtenir de l’aide.






“Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an 
electronic accessory has been designed to connect 
specifically to iPod or iPhone, respectively, and 
has been certified by the developer to meet Apple 
performance standards. Apple is not responsible for 
the operation of this device or its compliance with 
safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the 
use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect 
wireless performance.
iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano and iPod touch 
are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. 
and other countries. 
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© 2010 Victor Company of Japan, Limited
Thank you for purchasing a JVC product.
Before operation, please read the instructions 
carefully.
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.
W
arnings, Cautions and Others / 
M
ises en garde, précautions et indications diverses
HOME THEATER SOUND SYSTEM
TH-BC3
INSTRUCTIONS
Do not block the vents
Blocking the vents may damage the System.
Care of the cabinet
Stains on the System should be wiped off with a soft 
cloth. If the System is heavily stained, wipe it with a cloth 
soaked in water diluted neutral detergent and wrung 
well, then wipe clean with a dry cloth.
Since the System may deteriorate in quality, become 
damaged or get its paint peeled off, be careful about the 
following:
DO NOT wipe it forcefully.
DO NOT wipe it with thinners, benzines or other 
organic solvents including disinfectants.
DO NOT apply any volatile substances such as 
insecticides to it.
DO NOT allow any rubber or plastic to remain in contact 
with it for a long time.
Do not place anything on top of the System. Doing so 
may cause the System to fall, causing malfunctioning 
and/or injury.
The manufacturer accepts absolutely no liability for any 
accidents or damage resulting from inadequate assembly 
or mounting, insufficient strength of attachment, misuse 
or abuse, or natural disasters.
If water gets inside the System
Turn the System off and disconnect the power cord from 
the wall outlet, then call the store where you purchased 
this System. Using the System in this condition may cause 
a fire or electrical shock.
 Supplied accessories
Check to make sure you have all of the supplied accessories.
If anything is missing, contact your dealer immediately.
Remote control RM-STHBC3J (× 1)
AC adaptor (AA-R1904) (× 1)
AC power cord (× 1)
Lithium coin battery CR2025 (× 1)
The battery has been installed in the remote control 
when shipped from the factory.
Core filter (× 2)
TV remote pass through cable (× 1)
Double-sided adhesive tape (× 1)
FM antenna (× 1)







T
roubleshooting
If you have a problem with this System, check this list for a 
possible solution before calling for service.
POWER
Power does not come on.
The power cord is not inserted securely. Plug it in 
securely.
The unit turns off suddenly.
Auto power save function is on. Refer to “Activating/
deactivating APS (Auto Power Save)” in “Basic 
operation.”
REMOTE CONTROL
The remote control does not work.
Pull out the insulation sheet.
Sunlight is shining directly on the remote sensor. Hide 
the remote sensor from direct sunlight.
The path between the remote control and the remote 
sensor on the front panel is blocked.
Point the remote control at the remote sensor on the 
front panel.
Signals cannot reach the remote sensor. Move closer to 
the unit.
The battery is exhausted. Replace the battery.
The remote control of the TV does not work.
If you install the unit near the TV, connect the TV remote 
pass through cable (supplied).
FM tuner
Hard to listen to broadcasts because of noise. 
Electrostatic discharge from your body may cause noise. 
If this happens, turn off and on the unit again.
External components
No sound can be heard when DIGITAL 1 or DIGITAL 2 is 
selected as a source.
Check the output setting of the connected digital 
components. Set the output setting as the PCM signal 
is outputted.
iPod
iPod cannot be connected firmly.
Check to see whether the connector between iPod and 
the unit is not damaged, and connect it.
iPod does not provide sound.
iPod is not properly connected. Remove iPod from the 
unit, and then connect it again.
iPod cannot be charged.
iPod is not properly connected. Remove iPod from the 
unit, and then connect it again. After connecting iPod, 
turn on the power again.
HDMI
No sound can be heard when HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 source 
is selected as a source.
Check the output settings on the HDMI connected 
devices. Set the audio output setting to PCM signal and 
enable HDMI Audio Out.
No sound can be heard when TV ARC is selected as a 
source.
Check if your TV supports this function and turn on the 
settings for ARC and set the digital audio output setting 
to PCM signal on your TV.
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I
ntroduction
 Notes on handling
Important cautions
Installation of the System
Select a place which is level, dry, and neither too hot nor 
too cold; between 5°C and 35°C (41°F and 95°F).
Leave sufficient distance between the System and the TV.
Do not use the System in a location near heat sources, 
or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or 
vibration.
Install the System in a location with adequate ventilation 
to prevent internal heat buildup.
Power cord
Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.
A small amount of power is always consumed while the 
power cord is connected to the wall outlet.
Do not pull on the cord to unplug the power cord. When 
unplugging the power cord, always grasp and pull the 
plug so as not to damage the cord.
To prevent malfunctions of the System
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 or liquids into the 
System.
Safety precautions
Avoid moisture, water, and dust
Do not place the System in moist or dusty places.
Avoid high temperatures
Do not expose the System to direct sunlight and do not 
place it near any heating devices.
When you are away
When away on holiday or for other reasons for an extended 
period of time, disconnect the power cord from the wall 
outlet.


S
pecifications
Output power 
60 W (30 W per channel-
measure at 1 kHz Optical 
Digital In at full scale 
sinewave), RMS at 4 Ω at 1 
kHz, with 10% total harmonic 
distortion
Audio section
Analog Input 
ANALOG: 1 Vrms/50 kΩ
Digital Input* 
DIGITAL 1 (OPTICAL) :
–21 dBm to –15 dBm (660 nm 
±30 nm)
 
DIGITAL 2 (COAXIAL) :
0.5 Vp-p/75 Ω
Speaker section
Type: Bass-Reflex 
Type
Speaker: 
Woofer: 8 cm (3-3/16”) cone × 4
 
Tweeter: 2.5 cm (1”) balance 
dome × 2
Power Handling Capacity:  30 W
Impedance: 4 
Ω
Frequency Range: 
82 Hz to 25 kHz
Sound Pressure Level: 
88 dB/W•m
General
Power Source (DC IN): 
DC 19 V 
 3.37 A
AC adaptor (AA-R1904): 
Input: AC 100 – 240 V 
50 Hz/60 Hz, 1.5 A – 0.9 A
Output: DC19 V 
 3.37 A
Power Consumption(in Standby mode):
 0.50 
or 
less
Dimensions (W × H × D): 
900 mm ×98 mm × 107 mm
 
(35-7/16” × 3-7/8” × 4-3/16”)
Mass:  
3.4 kg (7.4 lbs)
Tuner
FM tuning range: 
87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHz
iPod
Output power: 
DC 5 V 
 1 A
HDMI
HDMI Input: 
HDMI 1 IN, HDMI 2 IN*
HDMI Output: 
HDMI OUT
Max. Capability: 
1920 × 1080 at 60 Hz
Output power: 
DC 5 V 
 55 mA
*  Corresponding to Linear PCM (with sampling frequency 
— 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz) 
Designs & specifications are subject to change without 
notice.
ENGLISH
Auto power save function
When no operation is done in certain situations for 29 
minutes, the unit turns off automatically. This function is 
on at the initial setting. For details, refer to “Operations.”
In this manual, the remote control buttons are used for 
explaining the operations unless mentioned otherwise. 
However, if the System has the same or similar button 
names, they can also be used for the operations.
USA ONLY
 Playable iPod models
• Compatible iPod:
Made for
Audio
Video
iPod nano (6th generation)
 *
iPod nano (5th generation)
iPod nano (4th generation)
iPod nano (3rd generation)
iPod nano (2nd generation)
iPod touch (4th generation)
iPod touch (3rd generation)
iPod touch (2nd generation)
iPod touch
iPod classic
iPhone 4
iPhone 3GS
iPhone 3G
Only for still picture
Also refer to the instruction manual for iPod.
If the NOT SUPP indicator is shown on the display, the 
connected iPod is not supported.
If iPod does not play correctly, update iPod software to 
the latest version.
For details about updating iPod, check on the Apple 
web site <http://www.apple.com/>.
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In this manual, “iPod” means iPod, iPod touch and 
iPhone device. When iPod touch or iPhone device 
is especially referred to, “iPod touch” or “iPhone” is 
used.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia 
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of 
HDMI Licensing LLC.
HDCP is the abbreviation of “High-bandwidth Digital 
Content Protection,” and is the high-reliable copy 
control technology licensed by Digital Content 
Protection, LLC.
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