JVC 0497OFYOTKJEMEN User manual

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.
LET0021-001A
[EF, G]
RX-530RBK
AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER
AUDIO/VIDEO-RECEIVER MIT STEUEREINHEIT
AMPLI/TUNER DE COMMANDE AUDIO/VIDEO
GEINTEGREERDE AUDIO/VIDEO-VERSTERKER
RECEPTOR DE CONTROL DE AUDIO/VÍDEO
RICEVITORE DI CONTROLLO AUDIO/VIDEO
INSTRUCTIONS
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS
GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
ISTRUZIONI
RX-530R AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER
DISPLAY MODE
STANDBY
STANDBY/ON
POWER PHONES SPEAKERS
MASTER VOLUME
–+
TUNER/BAND PRESET SEA SOURCE SURROUND ADJUST
ONE TOUCH OPERATION
SETTING
MEMORY
12
_ON —OFF
TA/ NEWS /INFO EON PTY SEARCH
_ON —OFF
ENHANCED COMPULINK CONTROL SYSTEM
TV
/VIDEO
CH +
CH – 456
123
TV VCR AUDIO
TEST DELAY
PRESET SEA MODE
SURR MODE
CD 7/P 8 9
10 +10
TAPE
FM/AM
SEA
ON/OFF SURROUND ON/OFF
VCR TV
TV CONTROL
RM-SR530RU REMOTE CONTROL
–+
VIDEO
ONE TOUCH
OPERATION
VOLUME
–+
CENTER
–+
REAR
CD-DISC
AUDIO
CONTROL
/I
PTY SEARCH DISPLAY
–+
PTY SELECT
VOLUME
PHONO
–+
MUTE
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Warnings, Cautions and Others/Warnung, Achtung und sonstige Hinweise/
Mises en garde, précautions et indications diverses/Waarschuwingen,
voorzorgen en andere mededelingen/Avisos, precauciones y otras notas/
Avvertenze e precauzioni da osservare
IMPORTANT for the U.K.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug
fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable
is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate
safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.
BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type,
as originally fitted.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off ensure to remove the fuse
and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock
hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow
the instructions given below:
IMPORTANT.
DO NOT make any connection to the terminal which is marked with
the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured green or
green-and-yellow.
The wires in the mains lead on this product are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue : Neutral
Brown : Live
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.
IF IN DOUBT - CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN.
Per I’ltalia:
“Si dichiara che il questo prodotto di marca JVC è conforme
alle prescrizioni del Decreto Ministeriale n.548 del 28/08/95
pubblicato sulla Gazzetta Ufficiale della Repubblica Italiana
n.301 del 28/12/95.”
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ATTENTION
Afin d’éviter tout risque d’électrocution, d’incendie, etc.:
1. Nepasenleverlesvisnilespanneauxetnepasouvrirlecoffret
de l’appareil.
2. Ne pas exposer l’appareil à la pluie ni à l’humidité.
ATTENZIONE
Per ridurre il rischio di scosse elettriche, incendi, ecc...
1. Non togliere viti, coperchi o la scatola.
2. Non esporre l’apparecchio alla piogggia e all’umidità.
ACHTUNG
Zur Verhinderung von elektrischen Schlägen, Brandgefahr, usw:
1. KeineSchraubenlösenoderAbdeckungenenternenundnicht
das Gehäuse öffnen.
2. Dieses Gerät weder Regen noch Feuchtigkeit aussetzen.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.:
1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet.
2. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
PRECAUCIÓN
Para reducir riesgos de choques eléctricos, incendio, etc.:
1. No extraiga los tornillos, los cubiertas ni la caja.
2. No exponga este aparato a la lluvia o a la humedad.
VOORZICHTIG
Ter vermindering van gevaar voor brand, elektrische schokken, enz.:
1. Verwijder geen schroeven, panelen of de behuizing.
2. Stel dit toestel niet bloot aan regen of vocht.
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Caution –– POWER switch and STANDBY/ON button!
This apparatus is provided with a POWER switch to be able to
minimize power consumption for safe use. Therefore,
1. When doing initial setting, complete all the connections required,
connectthemainsplugintothewalloutlet,andsetthe POWER
switchtoON.Afterthese,itwillbeavailabletooperateSTANDBY/
ON button and so on.
2. When not in use, set the POWER switch to OFF.
3. Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. The
POWER switch and STANDBY/ON button in any position
do not disconnect the mains line.
4. The power can be remote controlled.
Achtung –– POWER-Schalter und STANDBY/ON -Taste!
Dieses Gerät hat einen Netzschalter ( POWER), um den
Stromverbrauch für sichere Verwendung auf ein Minimum bringen zu
können. Verfahren Sie deshalb wie folgt:
1. Beim ursprünglichen Aufbau alle erforderlichen Anschlüsse
herstellen, den Netzstecker in eine Wandsteckdose stecken, und
den POWER-Schalter einschalten. Anschließend ist Betrieb
der STANDBY/ON -Taste usw. möglich.
2. Wenn das Gerät nicht verwendet wird, den POWER-Schalter
ausschalten.
3. Den Netzstecker aus der Steckdose ziehen, um die
Stromversorgung vollkommen zu unterbrechen. Der POWER-
Schalterunddie STANDBY/ON -Tasteunterbrecheninkeiner
Stellung die Stromversorgung vollkommen.
4. Die Stromversorgung kann mit der Fernbedienung ein- und
ausgeschaltet werden.
Attention — Commutateur POWERetd’unetoucheSTANDBY/
ON !
Cetappareilestéquipéd’uncommutateur POWERquiluipermetde
réduire sa consommation d’électricité pour une utilisation plus sûre.
Par conséquent,
1. En procédant au réglage initial, compléter toutes les connexions
nécessaires, connecter la fiche secteur dans la prise murale et
mettre le commutateur POWER sur la position ON. Ensuite, il
sera possible de contrôler la touche STANDBY/ON , etc.
2. Mettre le commutateur POWER sur la position OFF lorsque
l’appareil n’est pas utilisé.
3. Déconnecterlafichesecteurpourcoupercomplètementlecourant.
Le commutateur POWER et la touche STANDBY/ON ne
coupentjamais complètementl’alimentation, quelleque soit leurs
positions.
4. L’alimentation peut être télécommandée.
Voorzichtig –– POWER en STANDBY/ON schakelaars!
Dit apparaat is voorzien van een POWER hoofdschakelaar om het
apparaatgebruiksklaartezetten,maartezorgendathetstroomverbruik
minimaal blijft. Neem in verband hiermee het volgende in acht:
1. Bij de eerste ingebruikneming zorgt u eerst dat alle aansluitingen
in orde zijn, dan steekt u de stekker in het stopkontakt en dan zet
u de POWER schakelaar in de “ON” stand. Daarna kunt u het
apparaat aan- en uitschakelen met de STANDBY/ON
schakelaar.
2. Wanneeru hetapparaatgeruime tijdnietgebruikt, kuntubeter de
POWER schakelaar in de “OFF” stand zetten.
3. Om de stroomtoevoer geheel uit te schakelen, trekt u de stekker
uit het stopkontakt. Anders zal er altijd een geringe hoeveelheid
stroom naar het apparaat lopen, ongeacht de stand van de
STANDBY/ON en de POWER.
4. U kunt het apparaat ook met de afstandsbediening aan- en
uitschakelen.
Precaución –– Interruptor POWER y botón STANDBY/ON !
Esta unidad dispone de un interruptor POWER que sirve para
reducir al mínimo el consumo de alimentación para proporcionar
mayor seguridad operacional. Por lo tanto,
1. Al ejecutar el ajuste inicial, después de completar todas las
conexiones requeridas, conectar el cable de alimentación a una
tomadepared,yactivarelinterruptor POWER.Entonces,será
posible ejecutar operaciones tales como la conmutación del
estado de alimentación.
2. Desactivar el interruptor POWER al dejar la unidad fuera de
uso.
3. Desconectar el cable de alimentación para desactivar la
alimentacióntotalmente.Cualquierquesea la posicióndeajustes
del interruptor POWER y el botón STANDBY/ON , la
alimentación no es cortada completamente.
4. La alimentación puede ser controlada remotamente.
Attenzione –– Interruttore POWER e tasto STANDBY/ON !
Per ridurre al minimo l’assorbimento di corrente ai fini della sicurezza,
questo apparecchio è stato dodato di un interruttore POWER. Di
conseguenza,
1. Al momento dell’impostazione iniziale, completare tutti i
collegamenti richiesti, inserire la spina del cavo di alimentazione
nella presa a muro della rete elettrica e impostare l’interruttore
POWER in posizione ON. Fatto ciò, sarà pronto all’uso
STANDBY/ON .
2. Quandononinuso,impostarel’interruttore POWER inposizione
OFF.
3. Disinserirelaspinadelcavodialimentazionedallapresadellarete
elettricaperstaccarecompletamentel’alimentazione.L’interruttore
POWER e il tasto STANDBY/ON in nessuna posizione
staccano la linea di alimentazione elettrica principale.
4. È possibile il controllo remoto dell’alimentazione.
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Caution: Proper Ventilation
To 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 back
Bottom: No obstructions, place on the level surface.
In addition, maintain the best possible air circulation as illustrated.
Achtung: Angemessene Ventilation
Stellen Sie das Gerät zur Verhütung von elektrischem Schlag und
Feuer und zum Schutz gegen Beschädigung wie folgt auf:
Vorderseite: Offener Platz ohne Hindernisse.
Seiten: Keine Hindernisse innerhalb 10 cm von den Seiten.
Oberseite: Keine Hindernisse innerhalb 10 cm von der Oberseite.
Rückseite: Keine Hindernisse innerhalb 15 cm von der Rückseite.
Unterseite: Keine Hindernisse. Auf eine ebene Oberfläche stellen.
Zusätzlich die bestmögliche Luftzirkulation wie gezeigt erhalten.
Attention: Ventilation Correcte
Pour éviter les chocs électriques, l’incendie et tout autre dégât.
Disposer l’appareil en tenant compte des impératifs suivants
Avant: Rien ne doit gêner le dégagement
Flancs: Laisser 10 cm de dégagement latéral
Dessus: Laisser 10 cm de dégagement supérieur
Arrière: Laisser 15 cm de dégagement arrière
Dessous: Rien ne doit obstruer par dessous; poser l’appareil sur
une surface plate.
Veiller également à ce que l’air circule le mieux possible comme
illustré.
Voorzichtig: Zorg Voor Goede Ventilatie
Omgevaar voorbrand ofeenelektrische schokte voorkomen,dientu
bij opstelling van het apparaat op de volgende punten te letten:
Voorkant: Voldoende ruimte vrij houden.
Zijkanten: Minstens 10 cm aan weerszijden vrij houden.
Bovenkant: Niets bovenop plaatsen; 10 cm speling geven.
Achterkant: Minstens 15 cm ruimte achteraan vrij houden.
Onderkant: Opstellen op een egaal horizontaal oppervlak.
Bovendienmoeter rondomvoldoendeluchtdoorstromingzijn,zoalsin
de afbeelding aangegeven.
Precaución: Ventilación Adecuada
Para evitar el riesgo de choque eléctrico e incendio y para proteger el
aparato contra daños.
Ubique el aparato de la siguiente manera:
Frente: Espacio abierto sin obstrucciones
Lados: 10 cm sin obstrucciones a los lados
Parte superior: 10 cm sin obstrucciones en la parte superior
Parte trasera: 15 cm sin obstrucciones en la parte trasera
Fondo: Sin obstrucciones, colóquelo sobre una superficie
nivelada
Además, mantenga la mejor circulación de aire posible como se
ilustra.
Attenzione: Problemi di Ventilazione
Per evitare il rischio di folgorazioni ed incendi e proteggere l’unità da
danni, installarla nel modo seguente.
Davanti: Nessun ostacolo, spazio libero
Lati: Nessun ostacolo per almeno 10 cm
Sopra: Nessun ostacolo per almeno 10 cm
Retro: Nessun ostacolo per almeno 15 cm
Fondo: Libero ed in piano
Inoltre, mantenere il più possibile la circolazione dell’aria.
Wall or obstructions
Wand oder Hindernisse
Mur, ou obstruction
Wand of meubilair
Pared u obstrucciones
Parete o ostacol
Spacing 15 cm or more
Abstand von 15 cm oder mehr
Dégagementde 15 cm ou plus
Minstens 15 cm tussenruimte
Espacio de 15 cm o más
15 cm di distanza o più
Stand height 15 cm or more
Standhöhe 15 cm oder mehr
Hauteur du socle: 15 cm ou plus
Standard op minstens 15 cm van de vloer
Allura del soporte 15 cm o más
Altezza del tavolino 15 cm p plù
Front
Vorderseite
Avant
Voorkant
Frente
Davanti
RX-530RBK
Floor
Boden
Plancher
Vloer
Piso
Pavimento
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Page 1
Table of Contents
Switches, Buttons and Controls................................................................................................ 2
Getting Started........................................................................................................................... 3
Before Installation.................................................................................................................... 3
Checking the Supplied Accessories ......................................................................................... 3
Connecting the FM and AM (MW/LW) Antennas .................................................................. 4
Connecting the Speakers .......................................................................................................... 5
Connecting Audio/Video Components .................................................................................... 7
Connecting Audio Components for the COMPU LINK-3 Remote Control System ............... 8
Connecting the Power Cord ..................................................................................................... 9
Putting Batteries in the Remote Control .................................................................................. 9
Basic Operations ...................................................................................................................... 10
Turning the Power On and Off (Standby).............................................................................. 10
Selecting the Source to Play................................................................................................... 10
Selecting the Front Speakers.................................................................................................. 11
Adjusting the Volume ............................................................................................................ 11
Muting the Sound................................................................................................................... 11
Recording a Source ................................................................................................................ 12
Listening with Headphones.................................................................................................... 12
Basic Settings ........................................................................................................................... 13
Adjusting the Front Speaker Output Balance ........................................................................ 13
Listening at Low Volume (Loudness) ................................................................................... 13
Using the Sleep Timer............................................................................................................ 13
Selecting the Center Speaker Size ......................................................................................... 14
One Touch Operation.............................................................................................................. 15
About the One Touch Operation ............................................................................................ 15
Using the One Touch Operation ............................................................................................ 15
Receiving Radio Broadcasts ................................................................................................... 16
Tuning in Stations Manually.................................................................................................. 16
Using Preset Tuning ............................................................................................................... 16
Selecting the FM Reception Mode......................................................................................... 18
Using the RDS (Radio Data System) to Receive FM Stations .............................................. 18
What Information Can RDS Signals Provide?....................................................................... 19
Searching for a Program by PTY Codes ................................................................................ 19
Switching to a Broadcast Program of Your Choice Temporarily .......................................... 21
Using the Preset SEA Modes .................................................................................................. 22
Selecting Your Favorite SEA Mode ...................................................................................... 22
Using the Surround Processor................................................................................................ 24
Using JVC’s Hall Surround ................................................................................................... 24
Speaker Arrangement for Dolby Surround ............................................................................ 26
Preparing for Dolby Surround................................................................................................ 27
Using Dolby Surround ........................................................................................................... 30
COMPU LINK Remote Control System ............................................................................... 31
Using the Remote Control....................................................................................................... 32
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................... 34
Specifications............................................................................................................................ 35
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Switches, Buttons and Controls
Become familiar with the buttons and controls on the receiver before use.
Front Panel
1Remote sensor
2DISPLAY MODE button (19)
3TA/NEWS/INFO button (21)
4Display (10)
5EON button (21)
6PTY SEARCH button (19)
7MASTER VOLUME control (11)
8MEMORY button (16)
9TUNER/BAND button and lamp
(16, 17)
pPRESET SEA button and lamp (22)
qSOURCE button and lamp (10)
wSURROUND button and lamp
(24, 27, 30)
eADJUST button and lamp (25, 27)
rSETTING button and lamp (13, 14)
tSTANDBY/ON button and
STANDBY lamp (10)
yPOWER switch (9)
uPHONES jack (12)
iSPEAKERS 1/2 buttons (11)
oControl %/ fi/ @/ #buttons
;ONE TOUCH OPERATION button
and lamp (15)
Remote Control
aTV/VIDEO button (33)
sCH (+/–) buttons (33)
dCD-DISC button (32)
fAUDIO CONTROL button
(23, 25, 30)
gSource buttons (CD, TAPE, FM/
AM, VCR, VIDEO, PHONO)
(10, 32, 33)
hVOLUME (+/–) buttons (11)
j(Standby/On) buttons (TV,
VCR, AUDIO) (10, 33)
k10 keys/Audio control buttons
(17, 23, 25, 29)
lSEA ON/OFF button (23)
/SURROUND ON/OFF button
(25, 29, 30)
zTV CONTROL buttons (TV,
VOLUME (+/–)) (33)
xONE TOUCH OPERATION
button (15)
cOperating buttons for JVC audio/
video components and RDS
operating buttons (19, 32, 33)
vMUTE button (11)
TV
/VIDEO
CH +
CH – 456
123
TV VCR AUDIO
TEST DELAY
PRESET SEA MODE
SURR MODE
CD 7/P 8 9
10 +10
TAPE
FM/AM
SEA
ON/OFF SURROUND ON/OFF
VCR TV
TV CONTROL
RM-SR530RU REMOTE CONTROL
–+
VIDEO
ONE TOUCH
OPERATION
VOLUME
–+
CENTER
–+
REAR
CD-DISC
AUDIO
CONTROL
/I
PTY SEARCH DISPLAY
–+
PTY SELECT
VOLUME
PHONO
–+
MUTE
RX-530R AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER
DISPLAY MODE
STANDBY
STANDBY/ON
POWER PHONES SPEAKERS
MASTER VOLUME
–+
TUNER/BAND PRESET SEA SOURCE SURROUND ADJUST
ONE TOUCH OPERATION
SETTING
MEMORY
12
_ON —OFF
TA/ NEWS /INFO EON PTY SEARCH
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Getting Started
This section explains how to connect stereo components and speakers to the receiver, and how to connect the
power 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˚ and 35˚ C (23˚ 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 are supplied with the receiver.
The number in the parentheses indicates quantity of the pieces supplied.
• Remote Control (1)
• Batteries (2)
• AM (MW/LW) Loop Antenna (1)
• FM Antenna (1)
If anything is missing, contact your dealer immediately.
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AM
EXT
AM
LOOP
ANTENNA
GND
FM 75 
COAXIAL
AM
EXT
AM
LOOP
ANTENNA
GND
FM 75 
COAXIAL
AM
EXT
AM
LOOP
ANTENNA
GND
FM 75 
COAXIAL
Connecting the FM and AM (MW/LW) Antennas
FM Antenna Connections
AM (MW/LW) Antenna Connections
AM
LOOP
ANTENNA
AM
EXT
GND
FM 75 
COAXIAL
23
1
AM (MW/LW) Wire Antenna
AM (MW/LW) Loop Antenna
FM Antenna
Outdoor FM Antenna
BA Using the Supplied FM Antenna
TheFM antenna providedcan beconnected tothe FM75-
ohm COAXIAL terminal as temporary measure.
B Using the Standard Type Connector (Not Supplied)
A standard type connector (IEC or DIN45325) should be
connected to the FM 75-ohm COAXIAL terminal.
Note: Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any
other terminals, connecting cords or power cord. This
could cause poor reception.
Extend the supplied FM antenna horizontally.
If reception is poor, connect an outdoor FM
antenna.
Before attaching a 75-ohm coaxial cable (the
kind with a round wire going to the outdoor FM
antenna), disconnect the supplied FM antenna.
Snap the tabs on the loop into the slots of the
base to assemble the AM (MW/LW) loop.
Turn the loop until you have the best reception.
If reception is poor, connect an outdoor single vinyl-
covered wire to the AM EXT terminal. (Keep the AM
(MW/LW) loop antenna connected.)
Note :
Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any other terminals, connecting cords or power cord. This
could cause poor reception.
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Connecting the Speakers
You can connect the following speakers:
• Two sets of front speakers to produce normal stereo sound
• One set of rear speakers to enjoy the surround effect
• One center speaker to produce more effective surround effect (to make human voices outstanding)
• One subwoofer to enhance the bass
For each speaker (except for subwoofer), connect one end of the speaker signal cable (not supplied) to the
speakerterminal onthe rear paneland the otherend tothe speaker. (Forconnecting a subwoofer,see page7.)
1. Open each terminal.
2. Insert the end of the speaker signal cable as shown (be sure to remove the insulation at the end
of each wire first).
3. Close the terminals to clamp the speaker signal cables firmly in place.
4. Connect the black (–) and red (+) terminals on the rear panel to the black (–) and red (+)
terminals marked on the speakers.
CAUTION:
Whenconnectingspeakers,usespeakerswiththesameSPEAKERIMPEDANCEindicatedby
the speaker terminals.
Connecting the front speakers
Connect the front speakers to the FRONT SPEAKERS terminals.
Connecting the rear and center speakers
Connect rear speakers to the REAR SPEAKERS terminals and a center speaker to the CENTER SPEAKER
terminals.
Note:
When you connect rear speakers, make sure that both left and right speakers are connected; otherwise, no
sound will come out of the rear speakers.
Center Speaker
FRONTSPEAKERS
1
2
1
2
RIGHT LEFT
SPEAKERS 1
Right SpeakerLeft Speaker
RIGHT LEFT
CENTER
SPEAKER
REAR
SPEAKERS
Left Rear
Speaker Right Rear Speaker
SPEAKERS 2
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About the speaker impedance of the speakers
CAUTION:
Whenconnectingspeakers,usespeakerswiththesameSPEAKERIMPEDANCEindicatedby
the speaker terminals.
Notes:
• The required speaker impedance of the front speakers does not differ depending on whether both the
FRONT SPEAKERS 1 and FRONT SPEAKERS 2 terminals are used or only one of them is used.
• The required speaker impedance of the front speakers differs depending on whether or not a center and/
or rear speakers are connected at the same time. Since there are four possible speaker connections with
the receiver, check which one fits your case and use the speaker with the impedance described below.
CASE 1 When you connect only front speakers CASE 2 When you connect front speakers and a center
speaker
CASE 3 When you connect front and rear speakers CASE 4 When you connect front and rear speakers as
well as a center speaker
Use the following speakers;
• Front speakers: 8 — 16 ohm impedance
• Rear speakers: 8 — 16 ohm impedance
• Center speaker: 8 — 16 ohm impedance
Use the following speakers;
• Front speakers: 8 — 16 ohm impedance
• Center speaker: 8 — 16 ohm impedance
Use front speakers with 4 — 16 ohm impedance.
Use the following speakers;
• Front speakers: 8 — 16 ohm impedance
• Rear speakers: 8 — 16 ohm impedance
Front
Speaker Front Speaker
Front
Speaker Front Speaker
Center Speaker
Front
Speaker Front Speaker
Rear
Speaker Rear Speaker
Front
Speaker Front Speaker
Center Speaker
Rear
Speaker Rear Speaker
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Connecting the subwoofer speaker
ConnecttheinputjackofapoweredsubwoofertotheSUBWOOFEROUTjackontherearpanel,usingacable
with RCA pin plugs.
Connecting Audio/Video Components
You can connect the following components to the receiver using cables with RCA pin plugs.
Audio Components Video Components
• Turntable • VCR
• CD player • Video disc player
• Cassette deck • TV
Note:
Any turntables incorporating a small-output cartridge such as an MC (moving-coil type) must be connected
to the receiver through a commercial head amplifier or step-up transformer. Direct connection may result
in insufficient volume.
Audio component connections
SUBWOOFER
OUT
Powered subwoofer
Turntable
CD player
Cassette deck
TAPE
VCR
PHONO CD
OUT
(REC) IN (PLAY) OUT (REC) IN (PLAY)
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
(REC)
MONITOR
OUT
IN
(PLAY)
AUDIO
RIGHT
LEFT
AM
EXT
AM
LOOP
ANTENNA
GND
FM 75 
COAXIAL
To audio output
To audio input
To audio
output
Turntable To audio output
Ifagroundcableisprovidedfor
your turntable, connect the
cable to the GND terminal of
the AM LOOP terminals on the
rear panel.
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Video component connections
VCR
PHONO CD
OUT
(REC) IN (PLAY) OUT (REC) IN (PLAY)
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
(REC)
MONITOR
OUT
IN
(PLAY)
AUDIO
RIGHT
LEFT
TAPE
VHS
TV
CAUTION:
If you connect a sound-increasing device such as a graphic equalizer between the source components and the receiver, the
sound output through the receiver may be distorted.
Connecting Audio Components for the COMPU LINK-3 Remote Control System
The COMPU LINK-3 remote control system allows you to control other JVC audio components from the
receiverorviceversa.Tousethissystem,connectyourJVCaudiocomponentsandthereceiverwiththecable
(monaural mini-plug) supplied with those components.
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 series of
components (for example, the turntable and the CD player in the diagram below).
Notes:
• The COMPU LINK-3 remote control system is the upgraded version of the COMPU LINK-1 and COMPU
LINK-2. Even if your component has the COMPU LINK-1 or COMPU LINK-2 jacks, you can still connect
it in the COMPU LINK-3 remote control system, but some functions may not work correctly.
• For more information about the COMPU LINK-3 (-1 and -2) remote control system, see page 31.
COMPU LINK – 3
SYNCHRO
To video input
To audio/video input
To audio/video output
To audio/video output
VCR
Video disc player
Cassette deck Turntable
CD player
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Connecting the Power Cord
Before plugging the receiver into an AC outlet, make sure that all connections have been made.
1. Plug the power cord into an AC outlet.
2. Press POWER to set it in the __
__
_ON position.
The STANDBY lamp lights up. A small amount of power is always consumed.
To shut off the power completely:
Press POWER to set it in the —OFF position.
Keep the power cord away from the connecting cables for the TV, VCR, and antenna. The power cord may
cause noise or screen interference. We recommend that you use a coaxial cable to connect the antenna, since
it is well-shielded against interference.
The difference between the POWER switch and the STANDBY/ON button
• The POWER switchisthemainssupply switch,allowingthereceiverto connecttothemainssupply.
To shut off the power completely, press the POWER switch to set it in the —OFF position.
• The STANDBY/ON button is a functional on/off (standby) switch, and does not disconnect the
receiver from the mains supply. A small amount of power is consumed even in standby mode for the
receiver to accept signals from the remote control.
Note:
The preset settings such as preset channel and sound adjustment may be erased in the following cases:
• When you press POWER to set it in the — OFF position.
• 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 receiver. When unplugging the receiver, always
grasp the plug itself so as not to damage the cord.
Putting Batteries in the Remote Control
Before using the remote control, put the two supplied batteries in first. When using the remote control, aim
the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the receiver.
1. On the back of the remote control, press down on the battery cover and slide it out.
2. Insert batteries. Make sure to observe the proper polarity: (+) to (+) and (–) to (–).
3. Slide the cover.
If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases, replace the batteries. Use two R6P (SUM-3)/
AA (15F) type dry-cell batteries.
CAUTIONS:
Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking cells:
• Place batteries in the remote control so they match the polarity indicated: (+) 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.
POWER
_ON —OFF
R6P (SUM-3)/AA (15F)
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Basic Operations
The following operations are commonly used when you play any sound source.
Turning the Power On and Off (Standby)
On the front panel:
To turn on the power, press STANDBY/ON .
The STANDBY lamp goes off. The name of the current source (or station frequency) appears on the display.
To turn off the power (into standby mode), press STANDBY/ON again.
The STANDBY lamp lights up.
From the remote control:
To turn on the power, press AUDIO.
The STANDBY lamp goes off. The name of the current source (or station frequency) appears on the display.
To turn off the power (into standby mode), press AUDIO again.
The STANDBY lamp lights up.
Note:
Pressing STANDBY/ON again turns off the power (into standby mode) and lights the STANDBY lamp.
A small amount of power is consumed in standby mode. To turn the power off completely, press POWER
to set it in the — OFF position on the front panel.
Selecting the Source to Play
On the front panel:
1. Press SOURCE so that Control %%
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fifi
fibuttons work for selecting the source.
The lamp above the button lights up.
2. Press Control %%
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%/ fifi
fifi
fiuntil the source name you want appears on the display.
From the remote control:
Press one of the source button directly.
CD* Listen to the CD player.
TAPE* Listen to the cassette deck connected to the TAPE jacks.
FM/AM* Listen to an FM or AM (MW/LW) broadcast.
VCR View the video component connected to the VCR jacks.
VIDEO View the video component connected to the VIDEO jacks.
PHONO* Listen to a record.
Note:
* Whenyou pressoneofthesourcebuttonson theremotecontrolmarkedabovewithan asterisk,thereceiver
automatically turns on.
STANDBY
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY
STANDBY/ON
AUDIO
MUTE TUNED SLEEP SEA
AUTO STEREO PRO LOGIC 3CH LOGIC HALL LOUDNESS L
VOLUME
R
CH-
TA
NEWS
MHz
kHz
INFO
VOLUME

SOURCE
CD
TAPE
FM/AM
VCR
VIDEO
PHONO
Current source name appears Current volume level is shown here
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Selecting the Front Speakers
When you have connected two sets of front speakers, you can select which to use. Pressing SPEAKERS 1 or
SPEAKERS 2 activates the respective set of speakers.
Tousethe setofspeakersconnected totheFRONTSPEAKERS 1terminals,press SPEAKERS1to set
it in the _ON position, and press SPEAKERS 2 to set it in the —OFF position.
Tousethe setofspeakersconnected totheFRONTSPEAKERS 2terminals,press SPEAKERS2to set
it in the _ON position, and press SPEAKERS 1 to set it in the —OFF position.
To use both sets of speakers, press both SPEAKERS 1 and 2 to set them in the _ON position.
To use neither set of speakers, press both SPEAKERS 1 and 2 to set them in the —OFF position.
Note:
When only one set of the front speakers is connected to either the FRONT SPEAKERS 1 or 2 terminals, do
notpress bothSPEAKERS 1 and2 to setthem inthe _ ONposition. Ifyou do, nosound comes outof thefront
speakers.
Adjusting the Volume
On the front panel:
To increase the volume, turn MASTER VOLUME clockwise.
To decrease the volume, turn it counterclockwise.
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:
Alwayssetthevolumetotheminimumbeforestartinganysource.Ifthevolumeissetatitshigh
level,thesuddenblastofsoundenergycanpermanentlydamageyourhearingand/orruinyour
speakers.
Muting the Sound
From the remote control only:
Press MUTE to mute the sound through all speakers and headphones connected.
“MUTE” appears on the display and the volume turns off.
To restore the sound, press MUTE again so that “OFF” appears on the display.
Turn MASTER VOLUME or pressing VOLUME +/– also restores the sound at the previous volume level.
SPEAKERS
12
_ON —OFF
MUTE
MASTER VOLUME
–+
On the front panel
From the remote control
VOLUME
–+
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Recording a Source
You can record any source playing through the receiver to a cassette deck connected to the TAPE jacks
and VCR connected to the VCR jacks at the same time.
While recording, you can listen to the selected sound source at whatever sound level you like, without
affecting the sound levels of the recording.
Note:
The output volume level, preset SEA, and surround modes cannot affect the recording.
Listening with Headphones
AstandardpairofheadphonescanbeconnectedtothePHONESjackonthefrontpanel.Besuretoturndown
the volume before connecting or putting on headphones, as high volume can damage both the
headphones and your hearing.
To listen with only headphones
Press both SPEAKERS 1 and 2 to set them in the —OFF position.
SPEAKERS
12
_ON —OFF
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SETTING
Basic Settings
Some of the following settings are required after connecting and positioning your speakers in your listening
room, while others will make operations easier.
Adjusting the Front Speaker Output Balance
If the sounds you hear from the front right and left speakers are unequal, you can adjust the speaker output
balance.
On the front panel only:
1. Press SETTING so that the Control %%
%%
%/ fifi
fifi
fi/ @@
@@
@/ ##
##
#buttons work for adjusting the balance.
The lamp above the button lights up.
2. Press Control %%
%%
%/ fifi
fifi
fiuntil “BALANCE” appears on the display.
3. Press Control @@
@@
@/ ##
##
#to adjust the balance.
• Pressing Control @decreases the right channel output.
• Pressing Control #decreases the left channel output.
Listening at Low Volume (Loudness)
Human ears are not sensitive to bass at low volume. To compensate for this, the loudness function
automatically boosts the bass level as you lower the volume.
On the front panel only:
1. Press SETTING so that the Control %%
%%
%/ fifi
fifi
fi/ @@
@@
@/ ##
##
#buttons work for setting the loudness.
The lamp above the button lights up.
2. Press Control %%
%%
%/ fifi
fifi
fiuntil “LOUDNESS” appears on the display.
3. Press Control @@
@@
@/ ##
##
#to set the loudness function to “ON” or “OFF.”
• Select “ON” to activate the loudness function.
The LOUDNESS indicator lights up on the display.
• Select “OFF” to cancel it.
The indicator goes off.
Using the Sleep Timer
Using the Sleep Timer, you can fall asleep to music and know the receiver will turn off by itself rather than
play all night.
On the front panel only:
1. Press SETTING so that the Control %%
%%
%/ fifi
fifi
fi/ @@
@@
@/ ##
##
#buttons work for setting the Sleep Timer.
The lamp above the button lights up.
2. Press Control %%
%%
%/ fifi
fifi
fiuntil “<SLEEP>” appears on the display.
3. Press Control @@
@@
@/ ##
##
#to set the shut-off time.
Each time you press the button, the shut-off time on the display changes as follows, and the SLEEP
indicator lights up on the display.
SETTING
2010 30 40 50 60 70 80
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0
SETTING
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When the shut-off time comes, the receiver turns off (into standby mode) automatically.
To check or change the time remaining until the shut-off time:
1. Press SETTING if necessary, so that the Control %/ fi/@/ #buttons work for setting the Sleep Timer.
2. Press Control %/ fiif necessary, until “<SLEEP>” appears on the display.
3. Press Control @/ #.
The remaining time until the shut-off time appears in minutes.
• To change the shut-off time, press Control @/ #repeatedly.
To cancel theSleep Timer, press Control @/#repeatedly in step 3 above until “0” appears on the display.
(The SLEEP indicator goes off.)
Turning off the power (into standby mode) also cancels the Sleep Timer.
Selecting the Center Speaker Size
You can register the information about the center speaker after all connections are completed.
If you do this registration first, you do not have to adjust the center speaker mode when you want to activate
the surround sound.
However, to register the information, first you have to set the surround mode either to “PROLOGIC” or
“3CHLOGIC.” (You cannot select the center speaker size when the surround mode is “OFF” or “HALL.”)
On the front panel only:
1. Press SURROUND so that the Control %%
%%
%/ fifi
fifi
fibuttons work for selecting the surround mode.
The lamp above the button lights up.
2. Press Control %%
%%
%/ fifi
fifi
fiuntil “PROLOGIC” or “3CHLOGIC” appears on the display.
The indicator of the selected mode also lights up on the display.
3. Press SETTING so that the Control %%
%%
%/ fifi
fifi
fi/ @@
@@
@/ ##
##
#buttons work for selecting the center speaker
size.
The lamp above the button lights up.
4. Press Control %%
%%
%/ fifi
fifi
fiuntil “CNTR SPK” (Center Speaker) appears on the display.
5. Press Control @@
@@
@/ ##
##
#to select the appropriate item about your center speaker.
Each time you press the button, the display changes to show the following:
LARGE Select this mode when the size of the center speaker is the same as that of the front speakers.
SMALL Select this mode when the size of the center speaker is smaller than that of the front speakers.
NO Select this mode when you do not use a center speaker.
(This mode cannot be selected when you select “3CHLOGIC.”)
Note:
This “center speaker size” setting is so related to the center mode setting for the Dolby Surround that
changing this setting affects and changes the center mode to a relevant mode, and vice versa.
For example;
• If you select “LARGE,” the center mode is automatically set to “WIDE,” and vice versa.
• If you select “SMALL,” the center mode is automatically set to “NORMAL,” and vice versa.
• Ifyouselect“NO,”thecentermodeisautomaticallysetto“PHANTOM”forPROLOGIC,andviceversa.
SETTING
NO
LARGE SMALL
SURROUND
SETTING
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One Touch Operation
This receiver can memorize the optimum sound setting for each playing source.
About the One Touch Operation
JVC’s One Touch Operation function is used to assign and store different sound settings for each different
playing source. By using this function, you do not have to change the settings every time you change the
source. The stored settings for the newly selected source are automatically recalled.
The following can be stored for each source:
• Volume level (see page 11)
• Balance (see page 13)
• Loudness (see page 13)
• Preset SEA modes (see page 22)
• Surround mode settings (see page 24)
Note:
If the source is FM or AM (MW/LW), the One Touch Operation function works only when preset channels
from 1 — 20 are turned in. You can assign a different setting for each preset channel.
Using the One Touch Operation
To store the sound settings:
1. Press ONE TOUCH OPERATION.
TheONETOUCHOPERATIONlamplightsup,thenthepreviouslymemorizedsettingsarerecalledand
appear on the display in turn.
2. Adjust the sound using the functions listed above.
The newly adjusted settings are memorized.
To recall the sound settings:
With the ONE TOUCH OPERATION lamp lit, the settings for the currently selected source is recalled, and
appears on the display when the source is selected.
To cancel the One Touch Operation function:
PressONETOUCHOPERATIONsothatthelampgoesoff.(EventhoughtheOneTouchOperationfunction
is canceled, the recalled sound effects remain active.)
From the
remote control
ONE TOUCH
OPERATION
ONE TOUCH OPERATION
On the front
panel
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