AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER RX-6500VBK - …resources.jvc.com/Resources/00/00/96/LVT0382-001A.pdfRX-6500VBK INSTRUCTIONS AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER RX-6500V AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL

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.

LVT0382-001A[J]

RX-6500VBK

INSTRUCTIONS

AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER

RX-6500V AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER

STANDBY

PHONES

SPEAKERS

1 2

ADJUST

SETTING

MEMORY

DVD

CD

TV SOUND/DBS

TAPE/MD

VCR

PHONO

THEATER LIVE CLUB DANCE CLUB HALL PAVILLION

DIGITAL AUTO

SOURCE NAME

SOURCE NAME

ONE TOUCH OPERATION/INPUT ATT. DSP. MODE MULTI CURSOR

ANALOG/DIGITAL

SURROUND

FM/AM

MASTER VOLUME

– +

— OFF_ ON

POWER

D I G I T A L

ON

CATV CH VCR CH

RM-SRX6500J REMOTE CONTROL

POWER

TV SOUND/ DBS

TV

SURROUND

SURROUNDMODE CD - DISC

SOUND

VCR

VCR

AUDIO

CATVCONTROL

CD PHONO

SLEEP

CATV/ SAT

DVD

TAPE/MD FM/AM

ANALOG/DIGITAL

TEST

100+

EFFECT

TV/ VIDEO

MUTING

REC PAUSE

1 2 3 4

5 6 7/P 8

9 0 10 +10

CNTR

REAR•L REAR•R

SUBWOOFER

MENU

TV CH TV VOL VOLUME

ENTER

8

7

3

RETURN

D I G I T A L

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Errata SheetPlease notice the following modifications when reading Instructions.

Page 18.

Incorrect

Notes:• If “REAR SPK” and “CENTER SPK” are set to “NONE,”

— you can select only “HEAD PHONE” or “OFF” for the DSP mode.— you cannot select Surround mode.

• No sounds come out of the center speaker, even if it is connected.

Correct

Notes:• If “REAR SPK” and “CENTER SPK” are set to “NONE,” you cannot

select Surround mode.• No sounds come out of the center speaker, even if it is connected.• When “REAR SPK” and “CENTER SPK” are set to “NONE,” the

same effect as used for the 3D-PHONIC is applied to any DAPmode to maintain the surround elements with only two frontspeakers.

Page 20.

On page 20, in the DSP mode cycle it is written that "3D ACTION" will be selected after "HEAD PHONE,"

but the order has been changed so that "3D ACTION" will be selected before "HEAD PHONE."

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Warnings, Cautions and Others

Floor

Spacing 15 cm or more

Stand height 15 cm or more

Wall or obstructions

Front

Caution: Proper VentilationTo avoide risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage.Locate the apparatus as follows:Front: No obstructions open spacing.Sides: No obstructions in 10 cm from the sides.Top: No obstructions in 10 cm from the top.Back: No obstructions in 15 cm from the backBottom: Place on the level surface.In addition, maintain the best possible air circulation as illustrated.

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.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPEN

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.

CAUTION

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTIONTo 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.

Caution –– POWER switch!Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. ThePOWER switch in any position does not disconnect the mains line.The power can be remote controlled.

For U.S.A.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.

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Table of Contents

Using the DSP Modes ................................ 18

Available DSP Modes According to the Speaker Arrangement .. 20Adjusting the 3D-PHONIC Modes .......................................... 21Adjusting the DAP Modes and Headphones mode .................. 21Adjusting the Surround Modes ................................................ 22Activating the DSP Modes ....................................................... 25

COMPU LINK Remote Control System ......... 26

AV COMPU LINK Remote Control System .... 27

Operating JVC’s Audio/Video Components ... 29

Operating Other Manufacturers’ VideoEquipment ................................................ 31

Troubleshooting ......................................... 33

Specifications............................................ 34

Parts Identification ...................................... 2

Getting Started........................................... 3

Before Installation ...................................................................... 3Checking the Supplied Accessories ........................................... 3Connecting the FM and AM Antennas ....................................... 3Connecting the Speakers ............................................................ 4Connecting Audio/Video Components ....................................... 5Connecting the Power Cord ....................................................... 7Putting Batteries in the Remote Control .................................... 7

Basic Operations ......................................... 8

Turning the Power On and Off (Standby) .................................. 8Selecting the Source to Play ....................................................... 8Adjusting the Volume ................................................................. 9Selecting the Front Speakers ...................................................... 9Muting the Sound ....................................................................... 9Adjusting the Subwoofer Output Level .................................... 10Attenuating the Input Signal .................................................... 10Reinforcing the Bass ................................................................ 10Adjusting the Tone ................................................................... 10

Basic Settings........................................... 11

Recording a Source .................................................................. 11Adjusting the Front Speaker Output Balance ........................... 11Changing the Source Name ...................................................... 11Setting the Speakers for the DSP Modes ................................. 12Digital Input (DIGITAL IN) Terminal Setting ......................... 14Selecting the Analog or Digital Input Mode ............................ 14Storing the Basic Settings and Adjustments

— One Touch Operation .................................................... 15Using the Sleep Timer .............................................................. 15

Receiving Radio Broadcasts ........................ 16

Tuning in Stations Manually .................................................... 16Using Preset Tuning ................................................................. 16Selecting the FM Reception Mode ........................................... 17

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Parts IdentificationBecome familiar with the buttons and controls on the receiver before use.Refer to the pages in parentheses for details.

Front Panel~ POWER button and STANDBY lamp (8)Ÿ SOURCE NAME (TV SOUND/DBS) button

(11)! Display (8)⁄ ONE TOUCH OPERATION/INPUT ATT.

button (15)@ DSP MODE button (21)¤ SURROUND button and lamp (25)# Remote sensor (7)‹ ADJUST button (10) *$ SETTING button (12 – 14) *› MASTER VOLUME control (9)% MEMORY button (16)fi MULTI CURSOR buttons^ ANALOG/DIGITAL button and DIGITAL

AUTO lamp (14)fl Source selecting buttons (8)

DVD, TV SOUND/DBS, VCR, CD, TAPE/MD,PHONO, FM/AM *

& SOURCE NAME (TAPE/MD) button(8, 11, 14)

‡ SPEAKERS 1/2 buttons (9)* PHONES jack (9)

CATV CH VCR CH

100+RETURN

5 6 7/P 8

R/M-SRX6500J REMOTE CONTROL

TV SOUND/ DBS

TV

SURROUND


SOUND

CATVCONTROL

VCR

VCR

AUDIO

CD PHONO

SLEEP

CATV/SAT

DVD

TAPE/MD FM/AM

ANALOG/DIGITAL

TESTEFFECT

TV/ VIDEO

MUTING

REC PAUSE

1 2 3 4

9 0 10 +10

CNTR

REAR•L REAR•R

SUBWOOFER

MENU

TV CH TV VOL VOLUME

ENTER

8

7

3

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&‡

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POWER

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RX-6500V AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER

STANDBY

PHONES

SPEAKERS

1 2

ADJUST

SETTING

MEMORY

DVD

CD TAPE/MD

VCR

PHONO

THEATER LIVE CLUB DANCE CLUB HALL PAVILLION

DIGITAL AUTO

SOURCE NAME

SOURCE NAME

ONE TOUCH OPERATION/INPUT ATT. DSP. MODE MULTI CURSOR

ANALOG/DIGITAL

SURROUND

FM/AM

MASTER VOLUME

– +

— OFF_ ON

POWER

D I G I T A L

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TV SOUND/DBS

IMPORTANT:To use the MULTI CURSOR buttons (w) on the front panel:What these buttons actually do depends on which function you are trying to adjust. Before using these buttons, select the function bypressing one of the buttons marked with *.

Remote Control~ POWER buttons (8, 30)

CATV/SAT, TV, VCR, AUDIOŸ Source selecting buttons (8)

DVD, TV SOUND/DBS, VCR, CD, PHONO,TAPE/MD, FM/AM

! Operating buttons for audio/video components(29, 30)

⁄ REC PAUSE button (30)@ SURROUND button (25)¤ CATV CH +/– buttons (31)# SURROUND MODE button (21)‹ • 10 keys for selecting preset channel (17)

• 10 keys for adjusting sound (22 – 24, 29)• 10 keys for operating audio/video components

(29, 30)$ TV/VIDEO button (30)› MUTING button (9)% TV CH +/– buttons (30)fi SLEEP button (15)^ ANALOG/DIGITAL button (14)fl CATV CONTROL (31)& SOUND button (21)‡ VCR CH +/– buttons (30)* CD-DISC button (29)° VOLUME +/– buttons (9)( TV VOL +/– buttons (30)

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ANTENNA

AM

LOOP

AM

EXT

AMEXT

AMLOOP

FM 75 COAXIAL

AM

LOOP

ANTENNA

AM

EXT

FM 75

COAXIAL FM 75

COAXIALANTENNA

Getting StartedThis section explains how to connect audio/video components and speakers to the receiver, and how to connect thepower supply.

Before Installation

General• Be sure your hands are dry.• Turn the power off to all components.• Read the manuals supplied with the components you are going to

connect.

Locations• Install the receiver in a location that is level and protected from

moisture.• The temperature around the receiver must be between –5˚C and

35˚C (23˚F and 95˚F).• Make sure there is good ventilation around the receiver. Poor

ventilation could cause overheating and damage the receiver.

Handling the receiver• Do not insert any metal object into the receiver.• Do not disassemble the receiver or remove screws, covers, or

cabinet.• Do not expose the receiver to rain or moisture.

Checking the Supplied Accessories

Check to be sure you have all of the following items, which aresupplied with the receiver.The number in the parentheses indicates the quantity of the piecessupplied.

• Remote Control (1)

• Batteries (2)

• AM Loop Antenna (1)

• FM Antenna (1)

If anything is missing, contact your dealer immediately.

A. Using a Supplied FM AntennaThe FM antenna provided can be connected to the FM 75ΩCOAXIAL terminal as temporary measure.

B. Using a Standard Type Connector (Not Supplied)A standard type connector should be connected to the FM 75ΩCOAXIAL terminal.

Note:If reception is poor, connect an outdoor antenna.Before attaching a 75Ω coaxial cable (the kind with a round wire goingto an outdoor antenna), disconnect the supplied FM antenna.

Connecting the FM and AMAntennas

FM Antenna Connections

BA

Extend the supplied FM antenna horizontally.

Outdoor FM Antenna Cable

FM Antenna

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+ +–

2

1

2

1

–

FRONT SPEAKERS

LEFTRIGHT

Basic connecting procedure

1 Cut, twist and remove the insulation at the end ofeach speaker signal cable (not supplied).

2 Turn the knob counterclockwise.

3 Insert the speaker signal cable.

4 Turn the knob clockwise.

Connecting the front speakersYou can connect two pairs of front speakers (one pair to the FRONTSPEAKERS 1 terminals, and another pair to the FRONTSPEAKERS 2 terminals).

ANTENNA

AMEXT

AMLOOP

FM 75 COAXIAL

2 31

Snap the tabs on the loop frameinto the slots of the base toassemble the AM loop.

Turn the loop antenna until you have the best reception.

Notes:• Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any other

terminals, connecting cords and power cord. This could cause poorreception.

• If reception is poor, connect an outdoor single vinyl-covered wire tothe AM EXT terminal. (Keep the AM loop antenna connected.)

Connecting the Speakers

You can connect the following speakers:• Two pairs of front speakers to produce normal stereo sound.• One pair of rear speakers to enjoy the surround effect.• One center speaker to produce more effective surround effect (to

emphasize human voices).• One subwoofer to enhance the bass.

IMPORTANT:After connecting the speakers listed above, set the speakersetting information properly to obtain the best possible DSPeffect. For details, see page 12.

For each speaker (except for a subwoofer), connect the (–) and (+)terminals on the rear panel to the (–) and (+) terminals marked onthe speakers. For connecting a subwoofer, see page 5.

1

CAUTION:

Use speakers with the SPEAKER IMPEDANCE indicated by thespeaker terminals.

AM Antenna Connections

2

Outdoor single vinyl-covered wire

AM Loop Antenna

(not supplied)

RIGHT

1

RIGHT

1

RIGHT

1

3 4

FRONT SPEAKERS 1 Left speakerRight speaker

FRONT SPEAKERS 2 Left speakerRight speaker

RIGHT LEFT

CENTERSPEAKER

REARSPEAKERS

Connecting the rear and center speakersConnect rear speakers to the REAR SPEAKERS terminals and acenter speaker to the CENTER SPEAKER terminals.

Right rearspeaker

Left rearspeaker

Center speaker

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Connecting the subwoofer speakerYou can enhance the bass by connecting a subwoofer.Connect the input jack of a powered subwoofer to theSUBWOOFER OUT jack on the rear panel, using a cable with RCApin plugs (not supplied).

SUBWOOFEROUT

Powered subwoofer

Connecting Audio/Video Components

You can connect the following audio/video components to thisreceiver. Refer also to the manuals supplied with your components.

Audio Components Video Components• CD player* • DVD player*

• Turntable • TV

• Cassette deck • DBS tuner*or MD recorder* • VCR

* You can connect these components using the methods describedin “Analog connections” (below) or in “Digital connections” (seepage 7).

Analog connectionsAudio component connectionsUse the cables with RCA pin plugs (not supplied).Connect the white plug to the audio left jack, and the red plug to theaudio right jack.

CAUTION:

If you connect a sound-enhancing device such as a graphic equalizerbetween the source components and this receiver, the sound outputthrough this receiver may be distorted.

RIGHT LEFT

AUDIO

VCR

IN(PLAY)

OUT(REC)

CD

PHONO

TV SOUND/DBS

TAPE/MDIN

(PLAY)

OUT(REC)

CD player

To audio output

CD player

RIGHT LEFT

AUDIO

VCR

IN(PLAY)

OUT(REC)

CD

PHONO

TV SOUND/DBS

TAPE/MDIN

(PLAY)

OUT(REC)

ANTENNA

AMEXT

AMLOOP

FM 75 COAXIAL

Turntable

TurntableTo audiooutput

If an earth cable is provided foryour turntable, connect the cableto the terminal marked (H) of theANTENNA terminals on the rearpanel.

Note:Any turntables incorporating a small-output cartridge such as an MC(moving-coil type) must be connected to this receiver through acommercial head amplifier or step-up transformer. Direct connectionmay result in insufficient volume.

RIGHT LEFT

AUDIO

VCR

IN(PLAY)

OUT(REC)

CD

PHONO

TV SOUND/DBS

TAPE/MDIN

(PLAY)

OUT(REC)

Cassette deck or MD recorder

Cassette deck

To audio outputTo audio inputMD recorder

Note:

You can connect either a cassette deck or an MD recorder to theTAPE/MD jacks. When connecting an MD recorder to the TAPE/MDjacks, change the source name, which will be shown on the displaywhen selected as the source, to “M D.” See page 11 for details.

If your audio components have a COMPU LINK-3 terminalSee also page 26 for detailed information about the connection andthe COMPU LINK-3 remote control system.

To audio input To audio output

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RIGHT

RIGHT LEFT

AUDIO

VCR

IN(PLAY)

OUT(REC)

CD

PHONO

TV SOUND/DBS

TAPE/MDIN

(PLAY)

OUT(REC)

VIDEO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

MONITOROUT

VCR

IN(PLAY)

OUT(REC)

DBS

DVD

RIGHT LEFT

AUDIO

DVD

DIGITAL OUT

PCM / DOLBY DIGITAL/ DTS

Video component connectionsUse the cables with RCA pin plugs (not supplied).Connect the white plug to the audio left jack, the red plug to theaudio right jack, and the yellow plug to the video jack.

Note:When connecting the DBS tuner to the TV SOUND/DBS jacks,change the source name, which will be shown on the display whenselected as the source, to “DBS.” See page 11 for details.

If your audio components have an AV COMPU LINK terminalSee also page 27 for detailed information about the connection andthe AV COMPU LINK remote control system.

DBS

RIGHT LEFT

AUDIO

VCR

IN(PLAY)

OUT(REC)

CD

PHONO

TV SOUND/DBS

TAPE/MDIN

(PLAY)

OUT(REC)

VIDEO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

MONITOROUT

VCR

IN(PLAY)

OUT(REC)

DBS

DVD

RIGHT LEFT

AUDIO

DVD

DIGITAL OUT


To composite video output

DBS tuner

To audiooutput

To composite video input

Connect the TV to the MONITOROUT jack to view the playbackpicture from the other connectedvideo components.

To audiooutput

To S-video input (for betterplayback picture quality)

TV

When connecting the TV to the TV SOUND/DBS jacks, DO NOTconnect the TV’s video output to the video input terminal.

RIGHT LEFT

AUDIO

VCR

IN(PLAY)

OUT(REC)

CD

PHONO

TV SOUND/DBS

TAPE/MDIN

(PLAY)

OUT(REC)

DIGITAL 2 (CD)

DIGITAL 1 (DVD)

DIGITAL 3(DBS)


DIGITAL IN

VIDEO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

MONITOROUT

VCR

IN(PLAY)

OUT(REC)

DBS

DVD

RIGHT LEFT

AUDIO

DVD

A

B D F

DIGITAL OUT


C EVCR

Å To left/right channel audio outputı To left/right channel audio inputÇ To composite video outputÎ To composite video input‰ To S-video output (for better playback picture quality)Ï To S-video input (for better picture recording quality)

VCR

Å To front left/right channel audio output (or to audio mixedoutput if necessary)

ı To composite video outputÇ To S-video output (for better playback picture quality)

TV and/or DBS tuner

DVD player

DVD

A C

VIDEO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

MONITOROUT

VCR

IN(PLAY)

OUT(REC)

DBS

DVD

RIGHT LEFT

AUDIO

DVD

BDVD player

IMPORTANT:

This receiver is equipped with both the composite video and S-video inputterminals for connecting video components.You do not have to connect both the composite video and S-video terminals.However, remember that the video signals from the composite videoinput terminal are output only through the composite video outputterminals, while the ones from the S-video input terminal are outputonly through the S-video output terminal.Therefore, if a recording video component and a playing video componentare connected to the receiver through the different video terminals, youcannot record the picture from the playing component on the recordingcomponent. In addition, if the TV and a playing video component areconnected to the receiver through the different video terminals, you cannotview the playback picture from the playing component on the TV.

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Digital connectionsThis receiver is equipped with one DIGITAL OUT terminal andthree DIGITAL IN terminals — one digital coaxial terminal and twodigital optical terminal.You can connect any digital equipment such as DBS tuner, DVDplayer, CD player, and MD recorder to one of the digital terminalsusing a digital coaxial cable (not supplied) or digital optical cable(not supplied).

IMPORTANT:

• When connecting the DVD player or the DBS tuner using the digitalterminal, you also need to connect it to the video jack on the rear.Without connecting it to the video jack, you can view no playbackpicture.

• After connecting the components using the DIGITAL IN terminals,set the following correctly if necessary.– Set the digital input (DIGITAL IN) terminal setting correctly. For

details, see “Digital Input (DIGITAL IN) Terminal Setting” on page14.

– Select the digital input mode correctly. For details, see “Selectingthe Analog or Digital Input Mode” on page 14.

Connecting the Power Cord

Before plugging the receiver into an AC outlet, make sure that allconnections have been made.

Plug the power cord into an AC outlet.

Keep the power cord away from theconnecting cables and the antenna. Thepower cord may cause noise or screeninterference. We recommend that you use a coaxial cable to connectthe antenna, since it is well-shielded against interference.

Note:

The preset settings such as preset channels and sound adjustmentmay be erased in a few days in the following cases:– When you unplug the power cord.– When a power failure occurs.

CAUTIONS:

• Do not touch the power cord with wet hands.• Do not pull on the power cord to unplug the cord. When unplugging

the cord, always grasp the plug so as not to damage the cord.

Putting Batteries in the Remote Control

Before using the remote control, put two supplied batteries first.When using the remote control, aim the remote control directly atthe remote sensor on the receiver.

1. On the back of the remote control, remove thebattery cover.

2. Insert batteries. Make sure to match the polarity:(+) to (+) and (–) to (–).

3. Replace the cover.

If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases, replacethe batteries. Use two R6P(SUM-3)/AA(15F) type dry-cell batteries.

CAUTION:

Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking cells:• Place batteries in the remote control so they match the polarity: (+)

to (+) and (–) to (–).• Use the correct type of batteries. Batteries that look similar may

differ in voltage.• Always replace both batteries at the same time.• Do not expose batteries to heat or flame.

Notes:

• When shipped from the factory, the DIGITAL IN terminals has beenset for use with the following components.– DIGITAL 1 (coaxial): For DVD player– DIGITAL 2 (optical): For CD player– DIGITAL 3 (optical): For DBS tuner

• When you want to operate the CD player or MD recorder using theCOMPU LINK remote control system, connect the targetcomponent also as described in “Analog connections” (see page 5).

• When you want to operate the DVD player using the AV COMPULINK remote control system, connect the DVD player also asdescribed in “Analog connections” (see page 5).

1 2 3

DIGITAL IN

DIGITAL 3 (DBS)

DIGITAL 2 (CD)

DIGITAL 1 (DVD)


DVD

DVD player, etc

Before connecting a digitaloptical cable, unplug theprotective plug.

When the component has a digitaloptical output terminal, connect it tothe DIGITAL 2 (CD) or DIGITAL 3(DBS), using a digital optical cable(not supplied).

When the component has a digitalcoaxial output terminal, connect it tothe DIGITAL 1 (DVD) terminal, using adigital coaxial cable (not supplied).

DIGITAL OUT


When the digital recordingequipment such as an MD recorderhas a digital optical input terminal,connecting it to the DIGITAL OUTterminal enables you digital-to-digital recording.

MD recorder, etc

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Turning the Power On and Off (Standby)

On the front panel:To turn on the power, press POWER.The STANDBY lamp goes off. The name of thecurrent source (or station frequency) appears onthe display.

To turn off the power (into standby mode),press POWER again.The STANDBY lamp lights up. A small amountof power is consumed in standby mode. To turnthe power off completely, unplug the AC powercord.

From the remote control:To turn on the power, press AUDIO POWER.The STANDBY lamp goes off. The name of thecurrent source (or station frequency) appears onthe display.

To turn off the power (into standby mode),press AUDIO POWER again.The STANDBY lamp lights up.

Selecting the Source to Play

Press one of the source selecting buttons.

On the front panel:

From the remote control:

Basic OperationsThe following operations are commonly used when you play any sound source.

DVD Select the DVD player for viewing the stereodigital video disc.

TV SOUND/DBS Select the TV sound (or the DBS tuner).VCR Select the video component connected to the

VCR jacks.CD * Select the CD player.TAPE/MD * Select the cassette deck (or the MD recorder).PHONO * Select the turntable.FM/AM * Select an FM or AM broadcast.

• Each time you press the button, the bandalternates between FM and AM.

Notes:• When connecting an MD recorder (to the TAPE/MD jacks) or a DBS

tuner (to the TV SOUND/DBS jacks), change the source name thatappears on the display. See page 11 for details.

• When you press one of the source selecting buttons on the remotecontrol marked above with an asterisk (* ), the receiverautomatically turns on.

Signal and speaker indicators on the display• The signal indicators light up to indicate the incoming channel

signals.– Only the indicators for the incoming signals light up. (Whenanalog input is selected, “L” and “R” always light up.)

• The frame of the signal indicator (except for “LFE”: See notesbelow) lights up if the corresponding speaker is set to “LARGE”or “SMALL” (for subwoofer, “YES”).

L: Light up when the left front channel signal comes in.The frame of this signal indicator always lights up.

R: Light up when the right front channel signal comes in.The frame of this signal indicator always lights up.

C: Light up when the center channel signal comes in.LS: Light up when the left rear channel signal comes in.RS: Light up when the right rear channel signal comes in.S: Light up when the monaural rear channel signal comes in.LFE: Light up when the LFE channel signal comes in.

Notes:

• When the LFE channel signal comes in, “LFE” lights up.• When “SUBWOOFER” is set to “YES,” (See page 15) SUBWFR

lights up.

STANDBY

POWER

Selected source name appears

Current source name appears

Current volume level is shown here

STANDBY

POWER

AUDIO

DVD

CD

TV SOUND/DBS

TAPE/MD

VCR

PHONO

SOURCE NAME

SOURCE NAME

FM/AM

TV SOUND/ DBS VCR

CD PHONO

DVD

TAPE/MD FM/AM

S

C

LS

L

LFESUBWFR

RS

R

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Selecting different sources for picture and soundYou can watch picture from a video component while listening tosound from another component. Press one of the audio sourceselecting buttons (CD, TAPE/MD, PHONO, FM/AM, TVSOUND*), while viewing the picture from a video component suchas the VCR or DVD player, etc.

On the front panel:


Notes:

• Once you have selected a video source, pictures of the selectedsource are sent to the TV until you select another video source.

* Except when your TV is connected through the AV COMPU LINKremote control system (see page 27).

Adjusting the Volume

On the front panel:To increase the volume, turn MASTERVOLUME clockwise.To decrease the volume, turn itcounterclockwise.• When you turn MASTER VOLUME rapidly,

the volume level also changes rapidly.• When you turn MASTER VOLUME slowly,

the volume level also changes slowly.

From the remote control:To increase the volume, press VOLUME +.To decrease the volume, press VOLUME –.

CAUTION:

Always set the volume to the minimum before starting any source. Ifthe volume is set at its high level, the sudden blast of sound energycan permanently damage your hearing and/or ruin your speakers.

Note:

The volume level can be adjusted within the range of “0” (minimum) to“80” (maximum).

SPEAKERS

_ ON — OFF

1 2

MUTING

CD

TV SOUND/DBS

TAPE/MD PHONO

SOURCE NAME

SOURCE NAME

FM/AM

CD PHONO

TAPE/MD FM/AM

TV SOUND/ DBS

VOLUME

– +

MASTER VOLUME

Selecting the Front Speakers

On the front panel ONLY:When you have connected two pairs of the frontspeakers, you can select which to use. PressingSPEAKERS 1 or SPEAKERS 2 activates therespective set of speakers.

• To use the speakers connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS 1

terminals, press SPEAKERS 1 to set it in the _ ON position, andpress SPEAKERS 2 to set it in the — OFF position.

• To use the speakers connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS 2

terminals, press SPEAKERS 2 to set it in the _ ON position, andpress SPEAKERS 1 to set it in the — OFF position.

• To use both sets of the speakers, press SPEAKERS 1 andSPEAKERS 2 to set them in the _ ON position.

• To use neither set of the speakers, press SPEAKERS 1 andSPEAKERS 2 to set them in the — OFF position.

Note:

When only one set of the speakers is connected to either the FRONTSPEAKERS 1 or 2 terminals, do not activate both pairs of thespeakers. If you do, no sound comes out of the front speakers.

Listening only with headphones1. Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack on the front

panel.2. Press SPEAKERS 1 and SPEAKERS 2 to set them in the —

OFF position.

CAUTION:

Be sure to turn down the volume before connecting or putting on theheadphones, as high volume can damage both the headphones andyour hearing.

Note:

You cannot shut off the sound through the other speakers using theSPEAKERS 1 and 2 buttons.

Muting the Sound

From the remote control ONLY:Press MUTING to mute the sound through allspeakers and headphones connected.“MUTING” appears on the display and thevolume turns off (the volume level indicator goesoff).

To restore the sound, press MUTING again so that “OFF” appearson the display.• Turning MASTER VOLUME or pressing VOLUME +/– also

restores the sound.

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Adjusting the Subwoofer Output Level

You can adjust the subwoofer output level if you have selected“YES” for the “SUBWOOFER” (see page 15).Once it has been adjusted, the receiver memorizes the adjustment.

Before you start, remember...• There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is

canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again.

On the front panel:

1. Press ADJUST repeatedly until“SUBWFR LEVEL” appears onthe display.• Once you have pressed ADJUST, MULTI CURSOR % / fi

can be also used for selecting “SUBWFR LEVEL.”• The display changes to show the current setting.

2. Press MULTI CURSOR @ / # toadjust the subwoofer output level(–10 dB to +10 dB).


1. Press SOUND.The 10 keys are activated for sound adjustments.

2. Press SUBWOOFER –/+ to adjustthe subwoofer output level (–10 dBto +10 dB).

Attenuating the Input Signal

When the input level of the playing source is too high, the soundswill be distorted. If this happens, you need to attenuate the inputsignal level to prevent the sound distortion.

On the front panel ONLY:Press and hold INPUT ATT. (ONE TOUCHOPERRATION) so that the ATT indicatorlights up on the display.• Each time you press and hold the button, the

Input Attenuator mode turns on (“INPUT ATTON”) or off (“INPUT NORMAL”).

Notes:• This function is available only for the sources connected using the

analog terminals.• This function does not take effect when digital input is selected.

Reinforcing the Bass

With this Bass Boost function, you can boost the bass level.



On the front panel ONLY:

1. Press ADJUST repeatedly until“BASSBOOST” (with the currentsetting) appears on the display.• Once you have pressed ADJUST, MULTI CURSOR % / fi

also can be used for selecting “BASSBOOST.”

2. Press MULTI CURSOR @ / # toswitch this function “ON” or“OFF.”• When this function is switched “ON,” the

BASS BOOST indicator on the displaylights up.

Note:The Bass Boost function affects the front speaker sounds only.

Adjusting the Tone

You can adjust the treble and bass sounds as you like.




1. Press ADJUST repeatedly until“BASS” or “TREBLE” appears onthe display.• Once you have pressed ADJUST, MULTI CURSOR % / fi

can be also used for selecting “BASS” or “TREBLE.”• Select “BASS” to adjust the bass sound level.• Select “TREBLE” to adjust the treble sound level.

2. Press MULTI CURSOL @ / # toadjust the bass or treble soundlevel within the range of –10 to+10.• Each time you press the button, the sound

level changes by ± 2 steps.

MULTI CURSOR

ADJUST

ADJUST

MULTI CURSOR

ONE TOUCH OPERATION/INPUT ATT.

ADJUST

1 2SUBWOOFER

MULTI CURSOR

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Changing the Source Name

When you have connected the MD recorder to the TAPE/MD jacksor the DBS tuner to the TV SOUND/DBS jacks on the rear panel,change the source name shown on the display when you select theMD recorder or the DBS tuner as the source.

On the front panel ONLY:When changing the source name from “TAPE” to “MD”:

1. Press TAPE/MD.• Make sure “TAPE” appears on the display.

2. Press and hold SOURCE NAME(TAPE/MD) until “ASSGN. MD”appears on the display.

To change the source name from “MD” to “TAPE,” repeatthe same procedure above (in step 1, make sure “MD” appearson the display).

When changing the source name from “TV SOUND” to “DBS”:

1. Press TV SOUND/DBS.• Make sure “TV SOUND” appears on the

display.

2. Press and hold SOURCE NAME(TV SOUND/DBS) until “ASSGN.DBS” appears on the display.

To change the source name from “DBS” to “TV SOUND,”repeat the same procedure above (in step 1, make sure “DBS”appears on the display).

Note:Without changing the source name, you can still use the connectedcomponents. However, there may be some inconvenience.– “TAPE” or “TV SOUND” will appear on the display when you select

the MD recorder or DBS tuner.– You cannot select the digital input (see page 14) for the MD

recorder and the DBS tuner.– You cannot use the COMPU LINK remote control system (see page

26) to operate the MD recorder.

Recording a Source

For analog-to-analog recordingYou can record any source playing through the receiver to a cassettedeck (or an MD recorder) connected to the TAPE/MD jacks and theVCR connected to the VCR jacks at the same time.

While recording, you can listen to the selected sound source atwhatever sound level you like, without affecting the sound levels ofthe recording.

For digital-to-digital recordingYou can record the selected digital input through the receiver to adigital recording device connected to the DIGITAL OUT terminal.• Analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog recordings are not

possible.• When the source is the digital recording equipment such as an

MD, only linear PCM signals can be recorded.

While recording, you can listen to the selected sound source atwhatever sound level you like, without affecting the sound levels ofthe recording.

Notes:

• The output volume level, tone adjustment (see page 10) and bassboost (see page 10) cannot affect the recording.

• The following signals do not come out through the DIGITAL OUTterminal:• Test tone signal• Signals processed with the DSP modes

IMPORTANT:

• During recording, do not change the DSP mode (see page 18);otherwise, recording will be interrupted.

• During digital-to-digital recording, do not output the test tonesignal (see page 26, 28); otherwise, your recording will beinterrupted.

Adjusting the Front Speaker OutputBalance

If the sounds you hear from the front right and left speakers areunequal, you can adjust the speaker output balance.




1. Press ADJUST repeatedly until“L/R BALANCE” appears on thedisplay.• Once you have pressed ADJUST, MULTI CURSOR % / fi can

be also used for selecting “L/R BALANCE.”

2. Press MULTI CURSOR @ / # toadjust the balance.• Pressing @ decreases the right channel

output (from “L-21” to “R-21”).• Pressing # decreases the left channel

output (from “R-21” to “L-21”).

Basic SettingsSome of the following settings are required after connecting and positioning your speakers in your listening room, whileothers will make operations easier.

TV SOUND/DBS

SOURCE NAME

TAPE/MD

SOURCE NAME

MULTI CURSOR

ADJUST

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Setting the Speakers for the DSP Modes

To obtain the best possible surround sound of the DSP (DigitalSignal Processor) modes (see page 18), you have to register theinformation about the speakers arrangement after all connections arecompleted.



Front, Center, and Rear Speaker SettingRegister the sizes of all the connected speakers.


1. Press SETTING repeatedly until“FRONT SPK” (Front Speaker),“CENTER SPK” (CenterSpeaker), or “REAR SPK” (RearSpeaker) appears on the display.• Once you have pressed SETTING, MULTI

CURSOR % / fi can be also used forselecting the speakers.

2. Press MULTI CURSOR @ / # toselect the appropriate item aboutthe speaker selected in the abovestep.

LARGE: Select this when the speaker size is relatively large.

SMALL: Select this when the speaker size is relatively small.

NONE: Select this when you have not connected a speaker.(Not selectable for the front speakers)

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to select the appropriateitems for the other speakers.

Notes:• Keep the following comment in mind as reference when adjusting.

– If the size of the cone speaker unit built in your speaker is greaterthan 12 cm, select “LARGE,” and if it is smaller than 12 cm,select “SMALL.”

• If you have selected “NO” for the subwoofer setting, you can onlyselect “LARGE” for the front speaker setting.

• If you have selected “SMALL” for the front speaker setting, youcannnot select “LARGE” for the center and rear speaker settings.

• When you change your speakers, you need to register theinformation about the speaker again.

SETTING

MULTI CURSOR

MULTI CURSOR

SETTING

LARGE SMALL NONE

MULTI CURSOR

Center Delay Time SettingRegister the delay time of the sound from the center speaker,comparing that of the sound from the front speakers.If the distance from your listening point to the center speaker isequal to that to the front speakers, select 0 msec. As the distance tothe center speaker becomes shorter, increase the delay time.• 1 msec increase (or decrease) in delay time corresponds to 30 cm

decrease (or increase) in distance.• When shipped from the factory, delay time is set to 0 msec.


1. Press SETTING repeatedly until“CENTER DELAY” appears onthe display.• Once you have pressed SETTING, MULTI CURSOR % / fi

can be also used for selecting “CENTER DELAY.”• The display changes to show the current setting.

2. Press MULTI CURSOR @ / # toselect the delay time of the centerspeaker output.• Pressing # increases the delay time from

0 msec (“C. DELAY: 0ms”) to 5 msec (“C.DELAY: 5ms”).

• Pressing @ decreases the delay time from5 msec (“C. DELAY: 5ms”) to 0 msec (“C.DELAY: 0ms”).

Rear Delay Time SettingRegister the delay time of the sound from the rear speakers,comparing that of the sound from the front speakers.If the distance from your listening point to the rear speakers is equalto that to the front speakers, select 0 msec. As the distance to the rearspeakers becomes shorter, increase the delay time.• 1 msec increase (or decrease) in delay time corresponds to 30 cm

decrease (or increase) in distance.• Rear delay time for Dolby Digital and DTS Digital Surround is to

be set to 5 msec.• When shipped from the factory, delay time is set to 5 msec.


1. Press SETTING repeatedly until“REAR DELAY” appears on thedisplay.• Once you have pressed SETTING, MULTI CURSOR % / fi

can be also used for selecting “REAR DELAY.”• The display changes to show the current setting.

2. Press MULTI CURSOR @ / # toselect the delay time of the rearspeaker output.• Pressing # increases the delay time from

0 msec (“R. DELAY: 0ms”) to 15 msec(“R. DELAY: 15ms”).

• Pressing @ decreases the delay time from15 msec (“R. DELAY: 15ms”) to 0 msec(“R. DELAY: 0ms”).

SETTING

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Crossover Frequency SettingSmall speaker cannot reproduce the bass sound very well. So, if youhave used a small speaker any for the front, center, or rear channels,this receiver automatically reallocates the bass elements, originallyassigned to the channel for which you have connected the smallspeaker, to another channel (for which you have connected the largespeaker).If you have selected “LARGE” for all speakers (see page 12), thisfunction will not take effect. To use this function properly, you needto set this crossover frequency level according to the size of thesmall speaker connected.

This function takes effect in the following cases:- When playing a source using Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Digital,

or DTS Digital Surround.- When using the DAP modes.


1. Press SETTING repeatedly until“CROSSOVER FRQ” (CrossoverFrequency) appears on the display.• Once you have pressed SETTING, MULTI CURSOR % / fi

can be also used for selecting “CROSSOVER FRQ.”• The display changes to show the current setting.

2. Press MULTI CURSOR @ / # toselect the crossover frequency levelaccording to the size of the smallspeaker connected.• As you press it, the display changes to show the following:

• Use the following comments as reference when adjusting.

80Hz: Select this when the cone speaker unit built in thespeaker is about 12 cm.



SETTING

MULTI CURSOR

80Hz 100Hz 120Hz

Low Frequency Effect Attenuator SettingIf the bass sound is distorted while playing back a source usingDolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround, follow the procedure below.• This function takes effect only when the subwoofer (LFE) signals

come in. (with “SUBWOOFER” set to “Yes.”)


1. Press SETTING repeatedly until“LFE ATT” (Low FrequencyEffect Attenuator) appears on thedisplay.• Once you have pressed SETTING, MULTI CURSOR % / fi

can be also used for selecting “LFE ATT.”• The display changes to show the current setting.

2. Press MULTI CURSOR @ / # toselect the low frequency effectattenuator level.• As you press it, the display changes to

show the following:

0dB: Normally select this.

10dB: Select this when the bass sound is distorted.

Dynamic Range Compression SettingYou can compress the dynamic range (difference between maximumsound and minimum sound) of the reproduced sound. This is usefulwhen enjoying surround sound at night.• This function takes effect only when playing back a source using

Dolby Digital.


1. Press SETTING repeatedly until“D. RANGE COMP.” (DynamicRange Compression) appears onthe display.• Once you have pressed SETTING, MULTI CURSOR % / fi

can be also used for selecting “D. RANGE COMP.”• The display changes to show the current setting.

2. Press MULTI CURSOR @ / # toselect the appropriate item aboutthe compression level.• As you press it, the display changes to

show the following:

OFF: Select this when you want to enjoy surround with itsfull dynamic range. (No effect applied)

MID: Select this when you want to reduce the dynamicrange a little. (Factory setting)

MAX: Select this when you want to apply the compressioneffect fully. (Useful at night)

SETTING

MULTI CURSOR

0dB 10dB

OFF MID MAX

SETTING

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Digital Input (DIGITAL IN) TerminalSetting

When you use the digital input terminals, you have to register whatcomponents are connected to which terminals (DIGITAL IN 1/2/3).




1. Press SETTING repeatedly until“DIGITAL IN” appears on thedisplay.• Once you have pressed SETTING, MULTI

CURSOR % / fi can be also used forselecting “DIGITAL IN.”

• The display changes to show the current setting.

2. Press MULTI CURSOR @ / # toselect an appropriate setting.

• As you press it, the display changes to showthe following:

1 DVD 2 CD 3 DBS “ 1 DVD 2 CD 3 MD “1 DVD 2 MD 3 DBS “ 1 CD 2 DVD 3 DBS “1 CD 2 DVD 3 MD “ 1 CD 2 MD 3 DBS “1 DBS 2 CD 3 DVD “ 1 DBS 2 CD 3 MD “1 DVS 2 DVD 3 MD “ 1 MD 2 CD 3 DBS “1 MD 2 CD 3 DVD “ 1 MD 2 DVD 3 DBS “(back to the beginning)

Note:

When shipped from the factory, the DIGITAL IN terminals can be usedas the digital input for the following components.• DIGITAL 1 (coaxial): For DVD player• DIGITAL 2 (optical): For CD player• DIGITAL 3 (optical): For DBS tuner

Selecting the Analog or Digital Input Mode

When you have connected some digital source components using thedigital terminals (see page 7), you need to change the input mode forthese components to the appropriate digital input mode correctly —AUTO/PCM, DOLBY DIGITAL, or DTS.Once the correct mode is selected for each digital sourcecomponent, the mode is memorized until you change it.

1. Follow the steps in “Digital Input (DIGITAL IN)Terminal Setting” to the left.

2. Press the source selecting button (CD, TAPE/MD,TV SOUND/DBS, or DVD) for which you want tochange the input mode from analog input todigital input.

3. Press ANALOG/DIGITAL repeatedly until thedigital input mode you want appears on thedisplay.

Each time you press the button, the input mode changes asfollows:

Normally select “AUTO/PCM,” so the receiver automaticallydetects the incoming digital signal. The DIGITAL AUTOindicator lights up on the display. (The DIGITAL AUTO lampnext to the ANALOG/DIGITAL button lights up.)- When the receiver can recognize the digital signal coming

into the receiver, the frame of the digital signal indicator forthe detected signal lights up automatically.

- When the receiver cannot recognize the incoming signalcorrectly, the frame of the digital signal indicator flashes.If this happens, select the same digital input mode with theincoming digital signal — either “DOLBY DIGITAL” or“DTS.”

Notes:

• Noise may come out of the speakers while searching or skipping amulti-sound source encoded with Dolby Digital or DTS DigitalSurround. If this happens, select “DOLBY DIGITAL” or “DTS” fordigital input mode. (See above)

• When you change the source, the digital input mode will beautomatically reset to “AUTO/PCM.”

SETTING

DIGITAL 2 terminal setting

DIGITAL 1 terminal setting DIGITAL 3 terminal setting

MULTI CURSOR

On the front panel

TV SOUND/ DBS

CD

DVD

TAPE/MD

DVD

CD

TV SOUND/DBS

TAPE/MD

SOURCE NAME

SOURCE NAME

On the remote control

DIGITAL AUTO

ANALOG/DIGITAL ANALOG/DIGITAL

On the front panel On the remote control

ANALOG

DTS

AUTO/PCM

DOLBY DIGITAL(Digital)

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To cancel the One Touch Operation functionPress ONE TOUCH OPERATION (INPUT ATT.) so that the ONETOUCH OPERATION indicator goes off.(Even though the One Touch Operation function is canceled, therecalled sound effects remain active.)

Note:If the source is FM or AM, you can assign a different setting for eachband.

Using the Sleep Timer

Using the Sleep Timer, you can fall asleep to music and know thereceiver will turn off by itself rather than play all night.

From the remote control ONLY:Press SLEEP repeatedly.The SLEEP indicator lights up on the display,and the shut-off time changes as follows (inminutes):

When the shut-off time comesThe receiver turns off automatically.

To check or change the time remaining until the shut-off timePress SLEEP once.The remaining time until the shut-off time appears in minutes.• To change the shut-off time, press SLEEP repeatedly.

To cancel the Sleep TimerPress SLEEP repeatedly until “SLEEP 00min.” appears on thedisplay. (The SLEEP indicator goes off.)• Turning off the power also cancels the Sleep Timer.

Setting the Subwoofer Information

Register whether or not you have connected a subwoofer.Before you start, remember...• There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is



1. Press SETTING repeatedly until“SUBWOOFER” appears on thedisplay.• Once you have pressed SETTING, MULTI CURSOR % / fi

can be also used for selecting “SUBWOOFER.”• The display changes to show the current setting.

2. Press MULTI CURSOR % / fi toselect “YES” or “NO.”

YES: Select this when a subwoofer is used.NO: Select this when no subwoofer is used.

Storing the Basic Settings andAdjustments — One Touch Operation

JVC’s One Touch Operation function is used to assign and storedifferent sound settings for each different playing source. By usingthis function, you do not have to change the settings every time youchange the source. The stored settings for the newly selected sourceare automatically recalled.

The following can be stored for each source:• Volume level (see page 9)• Bass boost (see page 10)• Tone adjustment (see page 10)• Input attenuator mode (see page 10)• Subwoofer output level (see page 10)• Balance (see page 11)• DSP modes

– 3D-PHONIC mode settings (see page 21)– DAP mode settings (see page 21)– Surround mode settings (see page 22)

On the front panel ONLY:To store the sound settings1. Press ONE TOUCH OPERATION

(INPUT ATT.) so that the ONETOUCH OPERATION indicatorlights up on the display.

2. Adjust the sound using the functions listed above.The newly adjusted settings are memorized.

To recall the sound settingsWith the ONE TOUCH OPERATION lamp lit, the settings for thecurrently selected source are recalled when the source is selected.

SETTING

MULTI CURSOR

SLEEP

2010 30 40 50 60 70 80 90

(Canceled)00

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Using Preset Tuning

Once a station is assigned to a channel number, the station can bequickly tuned. You can preset up to 30 FM and 15 AM stations.

To store the preset stationsBefore you start, remember...• There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is



1. Tune in the station you want to preset (see“Tuning in Stations Manually”).If you want to store the FM reception mode for this station,select the FM reception mode you want. See “Selecting the FMReception Mode” on page 17.

2. Press MEMORY.

“CH-” appears and the channel number position starts flashingon the display for about 5 seconds.

3. Press MULTI CURSOR @ / # toselect a channel number while thechannel number position isflashing.

Note:You can use the 10 keys on the remote control to select the presetnumber. When using the 10 keys, be sure that they are activatedfor the tuner, not for the CD and others. (See page 29.)

4. Press MEMORY again while theselected channel number isflashing on the display.The selected channel number stops flashing.The station is assigned to the selected channel number.

5. Repeat steps 1 to 4 until you store all the stations you want.

To erase a stored preset stationStoring a new station on a used number erases the previously storedone.

Tuning in Stations Manually


1. Press FM/AM to select the band.The MULTI CURSOR % / fi / @ / #buttons can be now used for operating thetuner.• Each time you press the button, the band alternates between

FM and AM.

2. Press MULTI CURSOR % / firepeatedly until “ – TUNING +”appears on the display.

3. Press MULTI CURSOR @ / #until you find the frequency youwant.• Pressing @ decreases the frequency.• Pressing # increases the frequency.

Notes:

• When you hold MULTI CURSOR @ / # in step 3, the frequencykeeps changing until a station is tuned in.

• When a station of sufficient signal strength is tuned in, the TUNEDindicator lights up on the display.When an FM stereo program is received, the STEREO indicatoralso lights up.

Receiving Radio BroadcastsYou can browse through all the stations or use the preset function to go immediately to a particular station.

MEMORY

MULTI CURSOR

MEMORY

FM/AM

MULTI CURSOR

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Selecting the FM Reception Mode

When an FM stereo broadcast is hard toreceive or noisyYou can change the FM reception mode while receiving an FMbroadcast.


1. If necessary, press FM/AM so that theMULTI CURSOR % / fi / @ / # buttonscan be now used for operating the tuner.• Each time you press the button, the band

alternates between FM and AM.

2. Press MULTI CURSOR % / firepeatedly until “FM MODE”appears on the display.

3. Press MULTI CURSOR @ / # toswitch the FM reception to“AUTO MUTING” or “MONO.”

AUTO MUTING: When a program is broadcasted in stereo,you will hear stereo sound; when inmonaural, you will hear monaural sounds.This mode is also useful to suppress staticnoise between stations. The AUTOMUTING indicator lights up on the display.

MONO: Reception will be improved although youwill lose the stereo effect. In this mode, youwill hear noise while tuning into thestations. The AUTO MUTING indicatorgoes off on the display.

To tune in a preset stationOn the front panel:

1. Press FM/AM to select the band.• The MULTI CURSOR % / fi / @ / #

buttons can be now used for operating thetuner.

• Each time you press the button, the bandalternates between FM and AM.

2. Press MULTI CURSOR % / firepeatedly until “ – PRESET +”appears on the display.

3. Press MULTI CURSOR @ / # toselect a preset channel station.• Pressing @ decreases the preset channel

number.• Pressing # increases the preset channel

number.


1. Press FM/AM.• Each time you press the button, the band

alternates between FM and AM.

2. Press 10 keys to select a preset channel number.• For channel number 5, press 5.• For channel number 15, press +10 then 5.• For channel number 20, press +10 then 10.• For channel number 30, press +10, +10,

then 10.

Note:When you use the 10 keys on the remote control, be sure that they areactivated for the tuner, not for the CD and others. (See page 29.)

FM/AM

MULTI CURSOR

MULTI CURSOR

FM/AM

FM/AM

MULTI CURSOR

MULTI CURSOR

TEST

100+

EFFECT

1 2 3 4

5 6 7/P 8

9 0 10 +10

CNTR

REAR•L REAR•R

SUBWOOFER

MENU ENTER

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Using the DSP ModesThe built-in Surround Processor provides three types of the DSP (Digital Signal Processor) mode — 3D-PHONIC mode,DAP (Digital Acoustic Processor) mode and Surround mode.

3D-PHONIC modesThe 3D-PHONIC mode gives you such a nearly surround effect as itis reproduced through the Dolby Surround decoder, which is widelyused to reproduce sounds with a feeling of movement like thoseexperienced in movie theaters. The 3D-PHONIC mode is the resultof research on sound localization technology carried out at JVC formany years. This mode can be used when the front speakers areconnected to this receiver (without respect to the rear/centerspeaker connection).• You can select either 3D ACTION or 3D THEATER to your

preference when playing an analog or Linear PCM (digital)source.

3D ACTION: Best for action and war movies — where theaction is fast and explosive.

3D THEATER: Reproduces the sound field of a large theater. Thismode can be selected when only front speakers areconnected to this receiver and “REAR SPK” and“CENTER SPK” is set to “NONE” (see page 12).

DAP modesThe sound heard in a concert hall or club consists of direct soundand indirect sound — early reflections and reflections from behind.Direct sounds reach the listener directly without any reflection. Onthe other hand, indirect sounds are delayed by the distances of theceiling and walls. These direct sounds and indirect sounds are themost important elements of the acoustic surround effects. The DAPmode can create these important elements, and gives you a real“being there” feeling. This mode can be used when the frontspeakers are connected to this receiver (without respect to therear/center speaker connection).You can select one of the following to your preference.

LIVE CLUB: Gives the feeling of a live music club with a lowceiling.

DANCE CLUB: Gives a throbbing bass beat.

HALL: Gives clear vocal and the feeling of a concert hall.

PAVILION: Gives the spacious feeling of a pavilion with a highceiling.

Early reflections

Reflections frombehind

Direct sounds

Notes:

• If “REAR SPK” and “CENTER SPK” are set to “NONE,”— you can select only “HEAD PHONE” or “OFF” for the DSP mode.— you cannot select Surround mode.

• No sounds come out of the center speaker, even if it is connected.

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JVC Theater SurroundIn order to reproduce a more realistic sound field in your listeningroom while playing soundtracks of software encoded with DolbySurround (bearing the mark DOLBY SURROUND ), you can use JVCTheater Surround.

Headphones modeThis mode can reproduce the LFE channel signals, mixing them tothe front channel signals. So you will not miss the subwoofer soundseven if you listen to a source using the headphones.

Surround modesWith this receiver, you can use three types of the Surround mode.Following modes cannot be used when only the front speakersare connected to this receiver (without the rear speakers orcenter speaker).

Dolby Surround (Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro Logic) *Used to watch the soundtracks of software encoded with DolbyDigital (bearing the mark

D I G I T A L) or with Dolby Surround

(bearing the mark DOLBY SURROUND ).Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro Logic can be selected automaticallyaccording to software played back and the speaker arrangement youhave done.• To enjoy the software encoded with Dolby Digital, you must

connect the source component using the digital terminal on therear of this receiver. (See page 7.)

DTS Digital Surround **DTS Digital Surround is a discrete 5.1 channel digital audio formatavailable on CD, LD, and DVD software.To watch the soundtracks of video software bearing the mark ,the receiver can provide you with DTS Digital Surround decoder.DTS Digital Surround is automatically selected according tosoftware played back and the speaker arrangement you have done.• To enjoy the software encoded with DTS Digital Surround, you

must connect the source component using the digital terminal onthe rear of this receiver. (See page 7.)

Note:

When playing a CD encoded with DTS Digital Surround, select “DTS”as the incoming digital signal type. (See page 14)

* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby,” “ProLogic,” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of DolbyLaboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works. ©1992–1998 DolbyLaboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.

** Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. USPat. No. 5,451,942 and other world-wide patents issues andpending. “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are trademarks ofDigital Theater Systems, Inc. ©1996 Digital Theater Systems, Inc.All rights reserved.

Notes:

• The DSP modes have no effect on monaural sources.• The DSP modes will not be applied when recording a source.• The PRO LOGIC indicator lights up when the Dolby Pro Logic

decoder built in this receiver is activated.

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Available DSP Modes According to the Speaker Arrangement

Available DSP modes will vary depending on how many speakers are used with this receiver.Make sure that you have set the speaker information correctly (see page 12).

Available DSP modes

Each time you press DSP MODE on the front panel or SURROUND MODE onthe remote control, the DSP modes change as follows:

Speaker arrangements

Frontspeaker

TV Frontspeaker

• 3D THEATER• LIVE CLUB• DANCE CLUB• HALL• PAVILION• HEAD PHONE• 3D ACTION• DSP OFF (DSP mode is canceled)

Notes:• You can only select “HEAD PHONE” while playing a multi-sound source

encoded with Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround.• You cannot select the Surround mode with this speaker setting.

Frontspeaker

TV

Center speaker

Frontspeaker

Each time you press DSP MODE on the front panel or SURROUND MODE onthe remote control, the DSP modes change as follows:

By pressing DSP MODE:• THEATER• LIVE CLUB• DANCE CLUB• HALL• PAVILION• HEAD PHONE• 3D ACTION• DSP OFF (DSP mode is canceled)

To activate the Surroundmode, press SURROUNDbutton so that the lamp next tothe button lights up. To activate the Surround

mode, you can also use theSURROUND button.

By pressing SURROUND MODE:• DOLBY/DTS SURROUND

(DOLBY PRO LOGIC, DOLBYDIGITAL, or DTS SURROUND)

• THEATER• LIVE CLUB• DANCE CLUB• HALL• PAVILION• HEAD PHONE• 3D ACTION• DSP OFF (DSP mode is canceled)Front

speakerTV Front

speaker

Rearspeaker

Rearspeaker

TV

Center speaker

Frontspeaker

Frontspeaker

Rearspeaker

Rearspeaker

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Adjusting the DAP Modes andHeadphones mode

Once you have adjusted the DAP modes, the adjustment ismemorized for each DAP mode.

Before you start, remember...• Make sure that you have set the speaker information correctly

(see page 12).• There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is

canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again.• You cannot adjust the rear speaker output level when you have set

“REAR SPK” to “NONE.” See page 12.• You cannot make any adjustment for the headphones mode.

On the front panel:

1. Press DSP MODE repeatedly untilthe DAP mode — LIVE CLUB,DANCE CLUB, HALL,PAVILION, or HEAD PHONE —appears on the display.The DSP indicator also lights up on the display. (When theHEAD PHONE is selected, HEAD PHONE indicator lights up,instead of the DSP indicator.)• When you have set “REAR SPK” to “NONE,” the 3D-

PHONIC indicator also lights up. (Except for “HEADPHONE.”)

2. Adjust the speaker output levels.1) Press ADJUST repeatedly until one of

the following indications appears onthe display.“REAR L LEVEL”:To adjust the left rear speaker level.“REAR R LEVEL”:To adjust the right rear speaker level.• Once you have pressed ADJUST, MULTI CURSOR % / fi

can be also used for selecting the speaker.2) Press MULTI CURSOR @ / # to

adjust the selected speaker outputlevel (from –10 dB to +10 dB).

3) Repeat 1) and 2) to adjust the otherspeaker output level.

3. Adjust the effect level.1) Press ADJUST repeatedly until “DSP

EFFECT” appears on the display.• Once you have pressed ADJUST,

MULTI CURSOR % / fi can be alsoused for selecting “DSP EFFECT.”

• The display changes to show thecurrent setting.

2) Press MULTI CURSOR @ / # toselect the effect level.• As you press it, the effect level

changes as follows:

As the number increases, the selected DAP mode becomesstronger.

Adjusting the 3D-PHONIC Modes

Once you have adjusted the 3D-PHONIC modes, the adjustment ismemorized for each 3D-PHONIC mode.

Before you start, remember...• Make sure that you have set the speaker information correctly



On the front panel:

1. Press DSP MODE repeatedly until“3D ACTION” or “3DTHEATER” appears on thedisplay.The 3D-PHONIC, DSP, and Ÿ PRO LOGIC indicators alsolight up on the display.



MULTI CURSOR % / fi can be alsoused for selecting “DSP EFFECT.”


2) Press MULTI CURSOR @ / # toselect the effect level.• As you press it, the effect level

changes as follows:

As the number increases, the selected 3D-PHONIC modebecomes stronger.


1. Press SURROUND MODErepeatedly until “3D ACTION” or“3D THEATER” appears on thedisplay.The 3D-PHONIC, DSP, and Ÿ PRO LOGIC indicators alsolight up on the display.


3. Press EFFECT to select an effectlevel you want.• Each time you press the button, the effect

level changes as follows:

As the number increases, the selected 3D-PHONIC modebecomes stronger.

DSP MODE

ADJUST

MULTI CURSOR

DSP EFFECT 1 DSP EFFECT 2 DSP EFFECT 3

DSP EFFECT 4DSP EFFECT 5

SURROUNDMODE

SOUND



EFFECT

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ADJUST

MULTI CURSOR

ADJUST

MULTI CURSOR



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1. Press SURROUND MODErepeatedly until the DAP mode —LIVE CLUB, DANCE CLUB,HALL, PAVILION, or HEADPHONE — appears on the display.The DSP indicator also lights up on thedisplay. (When the HEAD PHONE isselected, HEAD PHONE indicator lights up,instead of the DSP indicator.)• When you have set “REAR SPK” to “NONE,” the 3D-

PHONIC indicator also lights up. (Except for “HEADPHONE.”)

2. Press SOUND.The 10 keys are activated for soundadjustments.

3. Adjust the rear speaker outputlevels.• To adjust the left rear speaker level, press

REAR•L –/+ (from –10 dB to +10 dB).• To adjust the right rear speaker level, press

REAR•R –/+ (from –10 dB to +10 dB).



As the number increases, the selected DAP mode becomesstronger.

Adjusting the Surround Modes

Once you have adjusted the Surround modes, the adjustment ismemorized for each Surround mode.

Dolby and DTS Surround adjustmentsBefore you start, remember...• Make sure that you have set the speaker information correctly


canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again.• You cannot adjust the rear speaker output levels when you have set

“REAR SPK” to “NONE.” See page 12.• You cannot adjust the center speaker output level when you have

set “CENTER SPK” to “NONE.” See page 12.


1. Press SURROUND to activate anappropriate Surround mode —PRO LOGIC, DOLBY DIGITALor DTS SURROUND.• Each time you press the button, the Surround mode turns on

and off alternately.• When “PRO LOGIC” is selected, the Ÿ PRO LOGIC

indicator lights up on the display.

Note:You can also press SURROUND MODE to activate an appropriateSurround mode — PRO LOGIC, DOLBY DIGITAL, or DTS.


3. Press TEST to check the speakeroutput balance.“TEST TONE L” starts flashing on thedisplay, and a test tone comes out of thespeakers in the following order:

Notes:• You can adjust the speaker output levels without outputting the

test tone.• No test tone comes out of the center speaker when “CENTER

SPK” is set to “NONE” (see page 12).• No test tone comes out of the rear speakers when “REAR SPK”

is set to “NONE” (see page 12).

TEST

SOUND

TEST TONE L(Left front speaker)

TEST TONE LS(Left rear speaker)

TEST TONE RS(Right rear speaker)

TEST TONE C(Center speaker)

TEST TONE R(Right front speaker)

SURROUND

SURROUNDMODE

SOUND

5 6REAR•L

EFFECT

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4. Adjust the speaker output levels.• To adjust the center speaker level, press

CNTR –/+ (from –10 dB to +10 dB).• To adjust the left rear speaker level, press


REAR•R –/+ (from –10 dB to +10 dB).

5. Press TEST again to stop the testtone.

JVC Theater Surround adjustmentsBefore you start, remember...• Make sure that you have set the speaker information correctly


canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again.• You cannot adjust the rear speaker output levels when you have set

“REAR SPK” to “NONE.” See page 12.• You cannot adjust the center speaker output level and center tone

when you have set “CENTER SPK” to “NONE.” See page 12.


1. Press SURROUND MODErepeatedly until “THEATER”appears on the display.• The Ÿ PRO LOGIC and DSP indicators

also light up on the display.


3. Press TEST to check the speakeroutput balance.“TEST TONE L” starts flashing on thedisplay, and a test tone comes out of thespeakers in the following order:

Notes:• You can adjust the speaker output levels without outputting the

test tone.• No test tone comes out of the center speaker when “CENTER

SPK” is set to “NONE” (see page 12).• No test tone comes out of the rear speakers when “REAR SPK”

is set to “NONE” (see page 12).

SURROUNDMODE

TEST TONE L(Left front speaker)

TEST TONE LS(Left rear speaker)

TEST TONE RS(Right rear speaker)

TEST TONE C(Center speaker)

TEST TONE R(Right front speaker)

SOUND

TEST

3 4CNTR

TEST

5 6REAR•L

On the front panel:You can also use the buttons on the front panel to adjust theSurround modes. However, no test tone is available when using thebuttons on the front panel. So, make adjustments while listening tothe sound of the source played back.

1. Press SURROUND to activete anappropriate Surround mode —PRO LOGIC, DOLBY DIGITALor DTS SURROUND.• Each time you press the button, the Surround mode turns on

and off alternately.• When “PRO LOGIC” is selected, the Ÿ PRO LOGIC

indicator lights up on the display.


the following indications appears onthe display.“CENTER LEVEL”:To adjust the center speaker level.“REAR L LEVEL”:To adjust the left rear speaker level.“REAR R LEVEL”:To adjust the right rear speaker level.• Once you have pressed ADJUST,

MULTI CURSOR % / fi can be alsoused for selecting the speaker.

2) Press MULTI CURSOR @ / # toadjust the selected speaker output level(from –10 dB to +10 dB).

3) Repeat 1) and 2) to adjust the otherspeaker output levels.

SURROUND

7/P 8REAR•R

MENU ENTER

ADJUST

MULTI CURSOR

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On the front panel:You can also use the buttons on the front panel to adjust theSurround modes. However, no test tone is available when using thebuttons on the front panel. So, make adjustments while listening tothe sound of the source played back.

1. Press DSP MODE repeatedly until“THEATER” appears on thedisplay.• The Ÿ PRO LOGIC and DSP indicators

also light up on the display.


the following indications appears onthe display.“CENTER LEVEL”:To adjust the center speaker level.“REAR L LEVEL”:To adjust the left rear speaker level.“REAR R LEVEL”:To adjust the right rear speaker level.• Once you have pressed ADJUST,

MULTI CURSOR % / fi can be alsoused for selecting the speaker.

2) Press MULTI CURSOR @ / # toadjust the selected speaker outputlevel (from –10 dB to +10 dB).

3) Repeat 1) and 2) to adjust the otherspeaker output levels.



MULTI CURSOR % / fi also can beused for selecting “DSP EFFECT.”


2) Press MULTI CURSOR @ / # toselect the effect level.• As you press it, the effect level changes

as follows:

As the number increases, JVC Theater Surround becomesstronger.

4. Adjust the speaker output levels.• To adjust the center speaker level, press

CNTR –/+ (from –10 dB to +10 dB).• To adjust the left rear speaker level, press


REAR•R –/+ (from –10 dB to +10 dB). DSP MODE

ADJUST

MULTI CURSOR

ADJUST



MULTI CURSOR

5. Press TEST again to stop the test tone.



As the number increases, JVC Theater Surround becomesstronger.

3 4CNTR

5 6REAR•L

TEST

EFFECT

9



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Activating the DSP Modes

You can use only one DSP mode at a time. When a DSP mode isactivated, another DSP mode is canceled if in use.

For Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Digital, and DTSDigital Surround

On the front panel:

1. Press SURROUND so that thelamp next to the button lights up.• Each time you press the button, the Dolby/

DTS Surround mode turns on and offalternately.

2. Select and play a sound source.• To enjoy Dolby Pro Logic, play back a software encoded with

Dolby Surround and labeled with DOLBY SURROUND mark.• To enjoy Dolby Digital, play back a software encoded with

Dolby Digital and labeled with D I G I T A L mark.• To enjoy DTS Digital surround, play back a software encoded

with DTS Digital Surround and labeled with mark.

To cancel the Dolby/DTS Surround modePress SURROUND again so that the lamp goesoff. (“SURROUND OFF” appears on thedisplay.)


1. Press SURROUND so that thelamp on the front panel lights up.• Each time you press the button, the Dolby/

DTS Surround mode turns on and offalternately.

• You can also turn on Dolby/DTS Surroundmode by pressing SURROUND MODE.(See page 22 for more details.)

2. Select and play a sound source.• To enjoy Dolby Pro Logic, play back a software encoded with

Dolby Surround and labeled with DOLBY SURROUND mark.• To enjoy Dolby Digital, play back a software encoded with

Dolby Digital and labeled with D I G I T A L mark.• To enjoy DTS Digital surround, play back a software encoded

with DTS Digital Surround and labeled with mark.

To cancel the Dolby/DTS Surround modePress SURROUND again. (“SURROUND OFF”appears on the display.)

For the other DSP modes

On the front panel:

1. Press DSP MODE repeatedly untilthe mode you want appears on thedisplay.• Each time you press the button, the DSP

modes change. (See page 20 for moredetails.)

2. Select and play a sound source.• To enjoy 3D-PHONIC and JVC Theater Surround, play back a

software encoded with Dolby Surround and labeled withDOLBY SURROUND mark.

To cancel the DSP modePress DSP MODE repeatedly until “DSP OFF”appears on the display.


1. Press SURROUND MODErepeatedly until the DSP mode youwant appears on the display.• Each time you press the button, the DSP

modes change. (See page 20 for moredetails.)

2. Select and play a sound source.• To enjoy 3D-PHONIC and JVC Theater Surround, play back a

software encoded with Dolby Surround and labeled withDOLBY SURROUND mark.

To cancel the DSP modePress SURROUND MODE repeatedly until“DSP OFF” appears on the display.

DSP MODE

DSP MODE

SURROUND

SURROUND

SURROUND

SURROUNDMODE

SURROUNDMODE

SURROUND

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COMPU LINK Remote Control SystemThe COMPU LINK remote control system allows you to operate JVC audio components through the remote sensor onthe receiver.

To use this remote control system, you need to connect JVC audiocomponents through the COMPU LINK-3 (SYNCHRO) jacks (seebelow) in addition to the connections using cables with RCA pinplugs (see page 5).• Make sure that the AC power cords of these components are

unplugged before connection. Plug the AC power cords only afterall connections are complete.

Notes:• If your audio component has two COMPU LINK-3 (SYNCHRO)

jacks, you can use either one. If it has only one COMPU LINK-3(SYNCHRO) jack, connect it so that it is the last item in the seriesof components. (For example, the turntable or CD player in thediagram above.)

• To operate the cassette deck or MD recorder using the COMPULINK remote control system, set the source name correctly. (Seepage 11.)

• Refer also to the manuals supplied with your audio components.

This remote control system allows you to use four functions listedbelow.

Remote Control through the Remote Sensor on theReceiverYou can control the connected audio components through the remotesensor on the receiver using this remote control. Aim the remotecontrol directly at the remote sensor on the receiver. For details, seepages 29 and 30.

Automatic Source SelectionWhen you press the play (33333) button on a connected component oron its own remote control, the receiver automatically turns on andchanges the source to the component. On the other hand, if youselect a new source on the receiver or on the remote control, theselected component begins playing immediately.In both cases, the previously selected source continues playingwithout sound for a few seconds.

Turntable

CD player

Cassette deckor

MD recorder

COMPU LINK – 3(SYNCHRO)

Automatic Power On/Off (Standby): only possiblewith the COMPU LINK-3 connectionBoth the CD player and cassette deck (or MD recorder) turn on andoff (standby) along with the receiver.When you turn on the receiver, the CD player or cassette deck (orMD recorder) will turn on automatically, depending on whichcomponent has been previously selected.When you turn off the receiver, both the CD player and cassettedeck (or MD recorder) will turn off (standby).

Synchronized RecordingSynchronized recording means the cassette deck (or MD recorder)starts recording as soon as a CD or a record begins playing.

To use synchronized recording, follow these steps:

1. Put a tape in the cassette deck (or an MD in theMD recorder), and a disc in the CD player (or arecord on the turntable).

2. Press the record (¶) button and the pause (8)button on the cassette deck (or MD recorder) atthe same time.This puts the cassette deck (or MD recorder) into recordingpause.If you do not press the record (¶) button and pause (8) button atthe same time, the synchronized recording feature will notoperate.

3. Press the play (3) button on the CD player or onthe turntable.The source changes on the receiver, and as soon as play starts,the cassette deck (or MD recorder) starts recording. When theplay ends, the cassette deck (or MD recorder) enters recordingpause, and stops about 4 seconds later.

Notes:• During synchronized recording, the selected source cannot be

changed.• If the power of any component is shut off during synchronized

recording, the COMPU LINK remote control system may notoperate properly. In this case, you must start again from thebeginning.

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AV COMPU LINK Remote Control SystemThe AV COMPU LINK remote control system allows you to operate JVC video components (TV, VCR, and DVD player)through the receiver.

To use this remote control system, you need to connect the video components you want to operate, follow the diagrams below and theprocedure on the next page.

CONNECTIONS 1:

CONNECTIONS 2:

CAUTION

The AV COMPU LINK remotecontrol system cannot control theDBS tuner connected to the TVSOUND/DBS jacks.

Notes:

• When connecting only theVCR or DVD player to thisreceiver, connect it directly tothe receiver using cable withthe monaural mini-plugs.

• Refer also to the manualssupplied with your videocomponents.

AVCOMPU LINK

RECEIVER/AMP

AVCOMPU LINK

AVCOMPU LINK

VHS

AVCOMPU LINK

AVCOMPU LINK EX

RECEIVER/AMP

(VCR)EX

DVD

TV

If the AV COMPU LINK terminalon the TV is “RECEIVER/AMP”

If the AV COMPU LINK terminalon the TV is “AV COMPU LINKEX”

DVD player

IMPORTANT:

Connect to the terminal indicated in theillustration.DO NOT connect to the TV terminal.

VCR

CASE2: If the DVD player and VCR are not equippedwith the S-video terminals

CASE1: If the DVD player and VCR are equipped withthe S-video terminals

CASE3: If only the VCR is equipped with the S-videoterminal.

CASE4: If only the DVD player is equipped with the S-video terminal.

To Video input 1

DVD player

DO NOT use these video terminals.

VCR

TV

VIDEO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

MONITOROUT

VCR

IN(PLAY)

OUT(REC)

DVDDVD

S-VHS

TV

To Video input 2

DVD player

S-VHS

VCR

VIDEO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

MONITOROUT

VCR

IN(PLAY)

OUT(REC)

DVD


DVD

To Video input 1

DVD player


VCR

TVVIDEO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

MONITOROUT

VCR

IN(PLAY)

OUT(REC)

DVDDVD

S-VHS

To Video input 2

TV

To Video input 2

To Video input 1

DVD player

S-VHS

VCR

VIDEO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

MONITOROUT

VCR

IN(PLAY)

OUT(REC)

DVD


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One-Touch DVD Play

Simply by starting playback on the DVD player, you can enjoy theDVD playback without setting other switches manually.• When the DVD player is connected through the analog input jacks

on this receiver (and analog input is selected), the receiverautomatically turns on and changes the source to “DVD.”

• When the DVD player is connected through the digital inputterminal on this receiver (and digital input is selected), thereceiver automatically turns on and changes the source to “DVDDIGITAL.”

The TV automatically turns on and changes the input mode to theposition so that you can view the playback picture.

Automatic Selection of TV’s Input Mode

• When you select “TV SOUND” as the source to play on thereceiver, the TV automatically changes the input mode to the TVtuner so that you can watch TV.

• When you select “DVD” (or “DVD DIGITAL”), “VCR,” or“DBS” (or “DBS DIGITAL”) as the source to play on the receiver,the TV automatically changes the input mode to the appropriateposition (either Video Input 1 or Video Input 2) so that you canview the playback picture.

Automatic Power On/Off

The TV, VCR, and DVD player turn on and off along with thereceiver.When you turn on the receiver;• If the previously selected source is “VCR,” the TV and VCR will

turn on automatically.• If the previously selected source is “TV SOUND” or “DBS” (or

“DBS DIGITAL”), only the TV will turn on automatically.• If the previously selected source is “DVD” (or “DVD DIGITAL”),

the TV and DVD player will turn on automatically.When you turn off the receiver, the TV, VCR and the DVD playerwill turn off.

Note:If you turn off the receiver while recording on the VCR, the VCR willnot turn off, but continue recording.

1. If you have already plugged your VCR, DVDplayer, TV, and this receiver into the AC outlets,unplug their AC power cords first.

2. Connect your VCR, DVD player, TV, and thisreceiver, using the cables with the monaural mini-plugs (not supplied).• See “CONNECTIONS 1” on the previous page.

3. Connect the audio input/output jacks on VCR,DVD player, TV, and this receiver using thecables with RCA pin plug• See pages 5 and 6.

4. Connect the video input/output jacks on VCR,DVD player, TV, and this receiver, using thecables with RCA pin plug or withS-video plug.• See “CONNECTIONS 2” on the previous page.

5. Plug the AC power cords of the components intothe AC outlets.

6. When turning on the TV for the first time afterthe AV COMPU LINK connection, turn the TVvolume to the minimum using the TV volumecontrol on the TV.

7. Turn on the other connected components first,then turn on this receiver.• When turning on the VCR, use the remote control supplied

with this receiver (press VCR POWER).

The AV COMPU LINK remote control system allows you to use thefive basic functions listed below.

Remote Control of the TV, DVD player, and VCRUsing This Remote Control

See page 30 for details.For the DVD player and the VCR:• Aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on each

component.For the TV having AV COMPU LINK terminal “RECEIVER/AMP”:• Aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the

receiver.For the TV having AV COMPU LINK terminal “AV COMPULINK EX”:• Aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the TV.

One-Touch Video Play

Simply by inserting a video cassette without its safety tab into theVCR, you can enjoy the video playback without setting otherswitches manually. The receiver automatically turns on and changesthe source to “VCR.”The TV automatically turns on and changes the input mode to theposition so that you can view the playback picture.When you insert a video cassette with its safety tab, press the play(33333) button on the VCR or on the remote control. So, you can get thesame result.

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Sound control section (Amplifier)You can always perform the following operations:

SURROUND: Turns on or off the Surround modes —Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Digital, and DTSDigital Surround.

SURROUND MODE: Selects the DSP modes.

After pressing SOUND, you can perform the following operations:

SUBWOOFER +/–: Adjusts the subwoofer output level.CENTER +/–: Adjusts the center speaker output level.REAR•L +/–: Adjusts the left rear speaker output level.REAR•R +/–: Adjusts the right rear speaker output level.EFFECT: Selects the effect level.TEST: Turns on or off the test tone output.

Note:

After adjusting sounds, press the corresponding source selectingbutton or CD-DISC to operate your target source by using the 10keys; otherwise, the 10 keys cannot be used for operating your targetsource.

TurntableAfter pressing PHONO, you can perform the following operationson a turntable:

3: Starts playing.7: Stops operations.

CD playerAfter pressing CD, you can perform the following operations on theCD player:

33333: Starts playing.44444: Returns to the beginning of the current (or

previous) track.¢¢¢¢¢: Skips to the beginning of the next track.77777: Stops playing.88888: Pauses playing. To release it, press 33333.1 – 10, +10: Selects a track number directly.

For track number 5, press 5.For track number 15, press +10, then 5.For track number 20, press +10, then 10.For track number 30, press +10, +10, then 10.

Operating JVC’s Audio/Video ComponentsYou can operate JVC’s audio and video components with this receiver’s remote control, since control signals for JVCcomponents are preset in the remote control.

IMPORTANT:

To operate JVC’s audio components using this remote control:• You need to connect JVC audio components through the COMPU

LINK-3 (SYNCHRO) jacks (see page 26) in addition to theconnections using cables with RCA pin plugs (see page 5).

• Aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the receiver.• If you use the buttons on the front panel to choose a source, the

remote control will not operate that source. To operate a source withthe remote control, the source must be selected using sourceselecting buttons on the remote control.

• To operate the cassette deck or MD recorder using the COMPULINK remote control system, set the source name correctly. (Seepage 11.)

• Refer also to the manuals supplied with your components.

TunerAfter pressing FM/AM, you can perform the following operations:

FM/AM: Alternates between FM and AM.1 – 10, +10: Selects a preset channel number directly.

For channel number 5, press 5.For channel number 15, press +10, then 5.For channel number 20, press +10, then 10.

CATV CH VCR CH


POWER

TV SOUND/ DBS

TV

SURROUND


SOUND

VCR

VCR

AUDIO

CATVCONTROL

CD PHONO

SLEEP

CATV/ SAT

DVD

TAPE/MD FM/AM

ANALOG/DIGITAL

TEST

100+

EFFECT

TV/ VIDEO

MUTING

REC PAUSE

1 2 3 4

5 6 7/P 8

9 0 10 +10

CNTR

REAR•L REAR•R

SUBWOOFER

MENU

TV CH TV VOL VOLUME

ENTER

8

7

3

RETURN

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IMPORTANT:

To operate JVC’s video components using this remote control:• You need to connect JVC video components through the AV

COMPU LINK terminals (see page 27) in addition to the connectionsusing cables with RCA pin plugs (see page 6).

• Some JVC VCRs can accept two types of the control signals —remote code “A” and “B.” Before using this remote control, makesure that the remote control code of the VCR connected to the VCRjacks is set to code “A.”

• When using the remote control:– For the DVD player and VCR operations, aim the remote control

directly at the remote sensor on each component, not on thereceiver.

– For the TV operations:7 If the TV has the AV COMPU LINK terminal “RECEIVER/AMP,”

aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on thereceiver.

7 If the TV has the AV COMPU LINK terminal “AV COMPU LINKEX,” aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on theTV.

VCRYou can always perform the following operations:

VCR POWER: Turns on or off the VCR.

After pressing VCR, you can perform the following operations onthe VCR:

1 – 9, 0: Selects the TV channels on VCR.3: Starts playing.1: Rewinds a tape.¡: Fast winds a tape.7: Stops operations.8: Pauses playing. To release it, press 3.REC PAUSE: Pauses recording temporarily. To release it press 3.VCR CH +/–: Changes the TV channels on the VCR.

DVD playerAfter pressing DVD, you can perform the following operations on aDVD player:

3: Starts playing.4: Returns to the beginning of the current (or

previous) track.¢: Skips to the beginning of the next track.7: Stops playing.8: Stops playing temporarily. To release it, press 3.

After pressing DVD, these buttonscan be used for the DVD menuoperations.

Note:For detailed menu operations, refer to theinstructions supplied with the discs or theDVD player.

TVYou can always perform the following operations:

TV POWER: Turns on or off the TV.TV/VIDEO: Sets the input mode (either TV or VIDEO).TV VOL +/–: Adjusts the volume.TV CH +/–: Changes the channels.RETURN: Alternates between the previously selected channel

and the current channel.1 – 9, 0, 100+: Selects the channels.

CD player-changerAfter pressing CD-DISC, you can perform the following operationson a CD player-changer:

33333: Starts playing.44444: Returns to the beginning of the current (or previous)

track.¢¢¢¢¢: Skips to the beginning of the next track.77777: Stops playing.88888: Pauses playing. To release it, press 33333.1 – 6, 7/P: Selects the number of a disc installed in a CD

player-changer.

If your CD changer is of 200-disc loading capability (except for XL-MC100 and XL-MC301),you can do the following operations using the number buttons afterpressing CD.

1. Select a disc number.2. Then select a track number (always enter two digits).3. Start playback.

Ex.Selecting disc number 3, track number 2, and start playback.Press 3, then, 0, 2, then 3.

Selecting disc number 10, track number 5, and start playback.Press 1, 10, then, 0, 5, then 3.

Selecting disc number 105, track number 12, and start playback.Press 1, 10, 5, then 1, 2 then 3.

Cassette deckAfter pressing TAPE/MD, you can perform the following operationson a cassette deck:

3: Starts playing.11111: Fast winds the tape from right to left.¡¡¡¡¡: Fast winds the tape from left to right.7: Stops operations.8: Pauses playing. To release it, press 3.REC PAUSE: Pauses recording temporarily. To release it press 3.

Note:Before starting the above operations, make sure that you havechanged the source name correctly. See page 11.

MD recorderAfter pressing TAPE/MD, you can perform the following operationson the MD recorder:

3: Starts playing.4: Returns to the beginning of the current (or previous)

track.¢: Skips to the beginning of the next track.7: Stops playing.8: Pauses playing. To release it, press 3.REC PAUSE: Pauses recording temporarily. To release it press 3.

Note:

Before starting the above operations, make sure that you havechanged the source name correctly. See page 11.

3

6 7/P 8

10 +10

REAR•R

MENU ENTER

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Manufacturer Code Manufacturer Code

Hitachi 10 Samsung 12

JVC 01 Sanyo 13 Magnavox 02 Sony 07 Mitsumishi 03 Sharp 06

Panasonic 04, 11 Toshiba 08 RCA 05 Zenith 09

This remote control supplied with the receiver can transmit controlsignals for other manufacturers’ VCRs, TVs, CATV converters andsatellite tuners. By changing the transmittable signals from presetones to the other manufacturers’, you can operate the othermanufacturer’s components using this remote control.

When operating the other manufacturers’ components, refer also tothe manuals supplied with them. To operate these components withthe remote control, first you need to set the manufacturer’s codeeach for VCR, TV, CATV converters, and satellite tuner.

To change the transmittable signals foroperating another manufacturer’s TV

1. Press and hold TV POWER.

2. Press TV SOUND/DBS.

3. Enter manufacturer’s code (two digits) usingbuttons 1–9, and 0.See the list below to find the code.

Examples: For a JVC product, press 0, then 1.For a TOSHIBA product, press 1, then 2.

4. Release TV POWER.The following buttons can be used for operating the TV:

TV POWER: Turns on and off the TV.TV VOL. +/–: Adjusts the volume.TV/VIDEO: Sets the input mode (either TV

or VIDEO).

After pressing TV SOUND/DBS, you can perform thefollowing operations on the TV:

TV CH +/–: Changes the channels.1 – 9, 0, 100+ (+10): Selects the TV channels.

100+ (+10) button will function asthe ENTER button if your TV requirespressing ENTER after selecting achannel number.

RETURN: Alternates between the previouslyselected channel and the current channel.

Note:

Refer to the manual supplied with your TV.

5. Try to operate your TV by pressing TV POWER.When your TV turns on or off, you have entered the correctcode.If there are more than one code listed for your brand of TV,try each one until the correct one is entered.

Manufacturers’ codes are subject to change without notice.If they are changed, this remote control cannot operate theequipment.

Operating Other Manufacturers’ Video Equipment

CATV CH VCR CH


POWER

TV SOUND/ DBS

TV

SURROUND


SOUND

VCR

VCR

AUDIO

CATVCONTROL

CD PHONO

SLEEP

CATV/ SAT

DVD

TAPE/MD FM/AM

ANALOG/DIGITAL

TEST

100+

EFFECT

TV/ VIDEO

MUTING

REC PAUSE

1 2 3 4

5 6 7/P 8

9 0 10 +10

CNTR

REAR•L REAR•R

SUBWOOFER

MENU

TV CH TV VOL VOLUME

ENTER

8

7

3

RETURN

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Manufacturer Codes Manufacturer Codes

Emerson 11 Philips 09Fisher 29 RCA 05, 06

Funai 10, 14, 15, 16 Samsung 24GoldStar 12 Sanyo 21, 22, 23Hitachi 04 Sharp 27, 28

JVC 01, 02, 03 Shinton 30Mitsubishi 13 Sony 18, 19, 20

To change the transmittable signals foroperating another manufacturer’s VCR

1. Press and hold VCR POWER.

2. Press VCR.


Examples: For a PANASONIC product, press 0, then 7.For a MITSUBISHI product, press 1, then 3.

4. Release VCR POWER.Following button can be used for operating the VCR:

VCR POWER: Turns on and off the VCR.

After pressing VCR, you can perform thefollowing operations on the VCR:VCR CH +/–: Changes the TV channels on the VCR.3: Starts playback.1: Rewinds a video tape.¡: Fast winds a video tape.7: Stops operation.8: Pauses. To resume playing, press 3.REC PAUSE: Pauses recording temporarily.

Note:

Refer to the manual supplied with your VCR.

5. Try to operate your VCR by pressing VCRPOWER.When your VCR turns on or off, you have entered the correctcode.If there are more than one code listed for your brand of VCR,try each one until the correct one is entered.

To change the transmittable signals foroperating a CATV converter or satellite tuner

1. Press and hold CATV/SAT POWER.

2. Press CATV CONTROL.


Examples: For a JVC product, press 1, then 4.For a SONY product, press 2, then 0.

4. Release CATV/SAT POWER.Following button can be used for operating the CATV converteror the satellite tuner:

CATV/SAT POWER: Turns on and off the CATV converteror satellite tuner.

After pressing CATV CONTROL, you can perform thefollowing operations on the equipment:CATV CH +/–: Changes the channels.1 – 9, 0, 100+ (+10): Selects the channel.

100+ (+10) button will function as theENTER button if your equipmentrequires pressing ENTER afterselecting a channel number.

RETURN: Alternates between previously selectedchannel and the current channel.

Note:Refer to the manual supplied with your CATV converter or satellitetuner.

5. Try to operate your CATV converter or satellitetuner by pressing CATV/SAT POWER.When your CATV converter or satellite tuner turns on or off,you have entered the correct code.If there are more than one code listed for your brand ofCATV converter or satellite tuner, try each one until thecorrect one is entered.

Manufacturer Codes Manufacturer Codes

Hamlin 15, 16, 17, 18 RCA 19Jerrold 01, 02, 03, 04, Scientific Atranta 09, 10

05, 06, 07, 08 Sony 20

Pioneer 13, 14 Zenith 11, 12

Manufacturers’ codes are subject to change without notice. If theyare changed, this remote control cannot operate the equipment.

NEC 25 Toshiba 26

Panasonic 07, 17 Zenith 08Manufacturers’ codes are subject to change without notice. If theyare changed, this remote control cannot operate the equipment.

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

PROBLEM

The display does not light up.

No sound from speakers.

Sound from one speaker only.

Continuous hiss or buzzing during FMreception.

Occasional cracking noise during FMreception.

Howling during record playing.

“OVERLOAD” starts flashing on thedisplay.

Remote control does not work.

SOLUTION

Plug the power cord into an AC outlet.

Check speaker wiring and reconnect ifnecessary.

Press SPEAKERS 1 and 2 correctly.

Select the correct source.

Press MUTING to cancel the mute.

Check speaker wiring and reconnect ifnecessary.

Adjust the balance properly (see page 11).

Connect an outdoor FM antenna or contactyour dealer.

Select a new station.

Check with your dealer to be sure you havethe correct antenna.

Check connections.

Move the antenna farther from automobiletraffic.

Move speakers away from the turntable.

1. Press POWER on the front panel to turn offthe receiver.

2. Stop the playback source.3. Turn on the receiver again, and adjust the

volume.

Press POWER on the front panel to turn offthe receiver, check the speaker wiring, thenpress it again to turn on the receiver again.If “OVERLOAD” does not disappear thoughspeaker wiring is not short-circuited, consultyour dealer.

Remove the obstruction.

Replace batteries.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

The power cord is not plugged in.

Speaker signal cables are not connected.

The SPEAKERS 1 and 2 buttons are notset correctly.

An incorrect source is selected.

Muting is activated.

Speaker signal cables are not connectedproperly.

The balance is set to one extreme.

Incoming signal is too weak.

The station is too far away.

An incorrect antenna is used.

Antennas are not connected properly.

Ignition noise from automobiles.

Your turntable is too close to speakers.

Speakers are overloaded because of highvolume.

Speakers are overloaded because of shortcircuit of speaker terminals.

There is an obstruction in front of theremote sensor on the receiver.

Batteries are weak.

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SpecificationsAmplifier

Output Power

At Stereo operation:

Front channels: 100 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 8 Ω40 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 0.8% totalharmonic distortion.

At Surround operation:

Front channels: 100 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 8 Ω at 1 kHz with nomore than 0.8% total harmonic distortion.

Center channel: 100 W, min. RMS, driven into 8 Ω at 1 kHz, with no more than0.8% total harmonic distortion.

Rear channels: 100 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 8 Ω at 1 kHz, with nomore than 0.8% total harmonic distortion.

AudioAudio Input Sensitivity/Impedance (1 kHz): PHONO (MM): 2.7 mV/47 k Ω

CD, TAPE/MD, TV SOUND/DBS, VCR, DVD:220 mV/47 k Ω

Audio Input (DIGITAL IN)* : Coaxial: DIGITAL 1 (DVD): 0.5 V (p-p)/75 ΩOptical: DIGITAL 2 (CD): –21 dBm to –15 dBm (660 nm ±30 nm)Optical: DIGITAL 3 (DBS): –21 dBm to –15 dBm (660 nm ±30 nm)

* Corresponding to Linear PCM, Dolby Digital, and DTS Digital Surround (withsampling frequency — 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz).

Audio Output Level: TAPE/MD, VCR: 220 mV

Digital Output: Optical: DIGITAL OUTPUT Signal wave length: 660 nm Output level: –21 dBm to –15 dBm

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (’66 IHF/’78 IHF): PHONO: 70 dB/78 dB (at REC OUT)CD, TAPE/MD, TV SOUND/DBS, VCR, DVD:

87 dB/80 dB

Frequency Response (8 ohms): PHONO: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (±1 dB)CD, TAPE/MD, TV SOUND/DBS, VCR, DVD:

20 Hz to 20 kHz (±1 dB)

RIAA Phono Equalization: ±1 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)

Bass Boost: +3dB ±1 dB at 100 Hz

Tone Control: Bass (100 Hz): ±10 dB ±2 dBTreble (10 kHz): ±10 dB ±2 dB

VideoVideo Input Sensitivity/Impedance:

Composite video: DBS, VCR, DVD: 1 V (p-p)/75 ΩS-video: DVD, VCR: (Y: luminance): 1 V (p-p)/75 Ω

(C: chrominance, burst): 0.286 V (p-p)/75 Ω

Video Output Level:Composite video: VCR, MONITOR OUT: 1 V (p-p)/75 Ω

S-video: VCR, MONITOR OUT: (Y: luminance): 1 V (p-p)/75 Ω(C: chrominance, burst): 0.286 V (p-p)/75 Ω

Synchronization: Negative

Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 45 dB

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FM tuner (IHF)Tuning Range: 87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz

Usable Sensitivity: Monaural: 12.8 dBf (1.2 µV/75 Ω)

50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: Monaural: 21.3 dBf (3.2 µV/75 Ω)Stereo: 41.3 dBf (31.5 µV/75 Ω)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF-A weighted): Monaural: 78 dB at 85 dBfStereo: 73 dB at 85 dBf

Total Harmonic Distortion: Monaural: 0.4% at 1 kHzStereo: 0.6% at 1 kHz

Stereo Separation at REC OUT: 35 dB at 1 kHz

Alternate Channel Selectivity: 45 dB: (±400 kHz)

Frequency Response: 30 Hz to 15 kHz: (+0.5 dB, –3 dB)

AM tuner

Tuning Range: 530 kHz to 1,710 kHz

Usable Sensitivity: Loop antenna 400 µV/m

Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 50 dB (100 mV/m)

General

Power Requirements: AC 120V , 60 Hz

Power Consumption: 290 W/390 VA (at operation)2 W (in standby mode)

Dimensions (W x H x D): 435 mm x 146 mm x 403.5 mm(17 3/16 in. x 5 3/4 in. x 15 15/16 in.)

Mass: 10.2 kg (22.5 lbs)

Designs & specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Sophisticated electronic products may require occasional service. Just as quality is a keyword in the engineering and production ofthe wide array of JVC products, service is the key to maintaining the high level of performance for which JVC is world famous. TheJVC service and engineering organization stands behind our products.

NATIONAL HEADQUARTERSJVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA

DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.1700 Valley RoadWayne, NJ 07470

QUALITY SERVICE

HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTERTOLL FREE : 1-800-537-5722http://www.jvcservice.com

Dear customer:In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase, read the instruction booklet before operating the unit. In the event that repair

is necessary, or for the address nearest your location, please refer to the factory service center list below or within the ContinentalUnited States, Call 1-800-537-5722 for your authorized servicer. Remember to retain your Bill of Sale for Warranty Service.

—JVC

JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERINGCOMPANY OF AMERICA

DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.

FACTORY SERVICE CENTER LOCATIONS

10 New Maple AvenuePine Brook, NJ 07058-9641(973) 396-1000

5665 Corporate AvenueCypress, CA 90630-0024(714) 229-8011

13 Cummings ParkWoburn, MA 01801(781) 376-9100

705 Enterprise StreetAurora, IL 60504-8149(630) 851-7855

10700 Hammerly, Suite 110Houston, TX 77043(713) 935-9331

890 Dubuque AvenueSouth San Francisco, CA 94080-1804(650) 871-2666

1500 Lakes ParkwayLawrenceville, GA 30243-5857(770) 339-2582

2969 Mapunapuna PlaceHonolulu, HI 96819-2040(808) 833-5828

8192 State Road 84Davie, FL 33324(954) 472-1960

(1099)

If you ship the product • • •

Pack your JVC unit in the original carton or one of equivalentsize and strength. Enclose, with the unit, a letter stating theproblem or symptom that exists and also a copy of thereceipt or bill of sale you received when you purchased yourJVC unit. Print your home return address on the outsideand the inside of the carton. Send to the appropriate JVCFactory Service Center as listed above.

CAUTION

To prevent electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. No userserviceable parts inside.

Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

Don’t service it yourself.

ACCESSORIESTo purchase accessories for your JVC product, you may contact your local JVC Dealer.

Or from the 48 Continental United States call toll free : 800-882-2345

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LIMITED WARRANTY AUDIO-2

JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA warrants this product and all parts thereof, except as set forth below ONLY TO THE ORIGINALPURCHASER AT RETAIL to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP from the date of original retail

purchase for the period as shown below. (“The Warranty Period.”)

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE FIFTY(50) UNITED STATES, THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND INCOMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO.

WHAT WE WILL DO:If this product is found to be defective, JVC will repair or replace defective parts at no charge to the original owner. Such

repair and replacement services shall be rendered by JVC during normal business hours at JVC authorized service centers.Parts used for replacement are warranted only for the remainder of the Warranty Period. All products and parts thereof may bebrought to a JVC authorized service center on a carry-in basis except for Television sets having a screen size 25 inches andabove which are covered on an in-home basis.

WHAT YOU MUST DO FOR WARRANTY SERVICE:Return your product to a JVC authorized service center with a copy of your bill of sale. For your nearest JVC authorized

service center, please call toll free: (800)537-5722.If service is not available locally, box the product carefully, preferably in the original carton, and ship, insured, with a copy ofyour bill of sale plus and letter of explanation of the problem to the nearest JVC Factory Service Center, the name and locationof which will be given to you by the toll-free number.If you have any questions concerning your JVC Product, please contact our Customer Relations Department.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED:This limited warranty provided by JVC does not cover:1. Products which have been subject to abuse, accident, alteration, modification, tampering, negligence, misuse, faulty

installation, lack of reasonable care, or if repaired or serviced by anyone other than a service facility authorized by JVC torender such service, or if affixed to any attachment not provided with the products, or if the model number or serial numberhas been altered, tampered with, defaced or removed;

2. Initial installation and installation and removal for repair;

3. Operational adjustments covered in the Owner’s Manual, normal maintenance, video and audio head cleaning;

4. Damage that occurs in shipment, due to act of God, and cosmetic damage;

5. Signal reception problems and failures due to line power surge;

6. Video Pick-up Tubes/CCD Image Sensor, Cartridge, Stylus(Needle) are covered for 90 days from the date of purchase;

7. Accessories;

8. Batteries (except the Rechargeable Batteries are covered for 90 days from the date of purchase);

There are no express warranties except as listed above.

THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ISLIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN.

JVC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OR ANY OTHERDAMAGES, WHETHER DIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGE TOTAPES, RECORDS OR DISCS) RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OFTHIS WARRANTY. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITYAND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.

Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an impliedwarranty last, so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you mayalso have other rights which vary from state to state.

JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA 1700 Valley RoadDIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP. Wayne, NJ 07470

REFURBISHED PRODUCTS CARRY A SEPARATE WARRANTY, THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY. FOR DETAILS OFREFURBISHED PRO DUCT WARRANTY, PLEASE REFER TO THE REFURBISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATIONPACKAGED WITH EACH REFURBISHED PRODUCT.

For customer use:

Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located either on the rear, bottom or side of the cabinet. Retain thisinformation for future reference.

Model No.: Serial No.:

Purchase date: Name of dealer:

PARTS LABOR2YR 2YR

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