JVC RX-8010PBK 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.
LVT0618-003A
[US, UN, UJ]
RX-8010PBK / RX-8010VBK
RX-8012PSL
INSTRUCTIONS
DIGITAL
CONTROL +
−+ −+ −
231
564
89
7/P
0+1010
LINE DIF.ECT BOOST EFFECT
MENU
ENTER
SIZE
ROOMBASS
MODE TEST CTRTONE
LIVENESS
MIDNIGHT
SOUND ∗SUBWFR
∗DIGITAL EQ ∗REAR L ∗REAR R
∗L/R BAL ∗CENTER
MUTING
CH/∗LEVEL TV VOL
PLAY
STOP
/REW
DOWN – TUNING – UP
FF/
EXIT
∗BAL L
∗BAL R
VOLUME
CATV/DBS
CONTROL
TV/VIDEO
MENU
TEXT
REC
DISPLAY
PAUSE
PAUSE
SET
RETURN FM MODE 100 +
CONTROL
A/V CONTROL RECEIVER
CATV/DBS VCR 1 TV AUDIO
DSP
MODE INPUTON/OFF
DVD MUILTIDVD
USB
CD
CDR
TAPE/MD
TV/DBS VIDEO PHONO
FM/AM
VCR 1 VCR 2
SURROUND
ANALOG/DIGITAL SLEEP
AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER
CONTROL
DOWN UP
EFFECT SETTING
DIGITAL
EQ
TV SOUND/DBSVIDEOVCR 2VCR 1DVDDVD MULTI
MIDNIGHT MODEDSP MODE
S-VIDEO VIDEO
VIDEO
L—AUDIO—R
SURROUND ON/OFF
SUBWOOFER OUT ON/OFF
SPEAKERS ON/OFF
FM/AM TUNING FM/AM PRESET FM MODE
MEMORY
PHONES
1
STANDBY
USB AUDIO
PUSH OPEN
INPUT
ANALOG/DIGITAL
INPUT ATT
FM / AMUSB AUDIOTAPE / MDCDRCDPHONO
LEVEL
ADJUST
AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER
LINE DIRECT
BASS BOOST
MASTER VOLUME
DIGITAL
SURROUND DIGITAL
2
SOUCE NAME
SOUCE NAME
STANDBY/ON

G-1
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.
Caution –– switch!
Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. The
switch in any position does not disconnect the mains line. The power
can be remote controlled.
CAUTION
• Do not block the ventilation openings or holes.
(If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a
newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to
get out.)
• Do not place any naked flame sources, such as
lighted candles, on the apparatus.
• When discarding batteries, environmental problems
must be considered and local rules or laws governing
the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.
• Do not use this apparatus in a bathroom or places
with water. Also do not place any containers filled
with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medi-
cines, flower vases, potted plants, cups, etc.) on top
of this apparatus.
Warnings, Cautions and Others /

G-2
Floor
Wall or obstructions
English
Caution: Proper Ventilation
To avoid 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.
Spacing 15 cm or more
Front
Stand height 15 cm or more
RX-8010PBK/RX-8010VBK
RX-8012PSL

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Table of Cont ent s
Cr eat ing a Sur r ound Field in Your Room .. ..... 2 4
7Surround modes .................................................................... 24
7DSP modes ........................................................................... 24
Reproducing the Sound Field .................................................... 25
Available DSP Modes According to the Speaker Arrangement .. 26
Adjusting the Surround Modes ................................................ 27
Adjusting the DAP Modes ....................................................... 28
Adjusting the Surround Modes with the DAP Modes .............. 30
Adjusting the 5 CH/4 CH Stereo Mode ................................... 32
Adjusting the 3D-PHONIC Modes .......................................... 33
Using t he DVD M ULTI Playback M ode .......... 3 5
Activating the DVD MULTI Playback Mode .......................... 35
Using t he On-Scr een M enus . ....................... 3 6
7Showing the MENU on the TV Screen ................................ 36
7Activating the Surround Modes ............................................ 36
7Activating the DSP Modes ................................................... 36
7Selecting the Analog or Digital Input Mode ........................... 36
7Adjusting the Equalization Pattern ....................................... 37
7Adjusting the Surround and DSP Modes .............................. 37
7Adjusting the DVD MULTI Playback Mode ........................ 38
7Listening at Night — Midnight Mode .................................. 38
7Attenuating the Input Signal ................................................. 38
7Selecting the Line Direct Function ....................................... 39
7Selecting the Bass Boost Function ....................................... 39
7Activating the Subwoofer Sound .......................................... 39
7Operating the Tuner .............................................................. 39
7Storing the Preset Stations .................................................... 39
7Setting the Basic Setting Items ............................................. 40
COM PU LIN K Remot e Cont r ol Syst em ......... 4 1
TEXT COM PU LIN K Remot e Cont r ol Syst em .. 4 2
7Showing the Disc Information on the TV Screen................. 43
7Searching for a Disc (Only for the CD player) .................... 44
7Entering the Disc Information .............................................. 45
AV COM PU LIN K Remot e Cont r ol Syst em .... 4 7
Operat ing JVC’s Audio/ Video Component s ... 4 9
Operating Audio Components .................................................. 49
Operating Video Components .................................................. 51
Operat ing Ot her M anufact ur ers’ Video
Equipment ............................................ 52
Troubleshooting......................................... 55
Specifications............................................ 57
Parts Identification...................................... 2
Getting Started........................................... 3
Before Installation ...................................................................... 3
Checking the Supplied Accessories ........................................... 3
Setting the Voltage Selector Switch ........................................... 3
Connecting the FM and AM Antennas ....................................... 3
Connecting the Speakers ............................................................ 4
Connecting Audio/Video Components ....................................... 5
7Analog Connections ............................................................... 5
7Digital Connections ................................................................ 8
7USB Connection ..................................................................... 9
Connecting the Power Cord ..................................................... 10
Putting Batteries in the Remote Control .................................. 10
Basic Operations ....................................... 11
Turning the Power On and Off (Standby) ................................ 11
Selecting the Source to Play ..................................................... 11
Adjusting the Volume ............................................................... 12
Selecting the Front Speakers .................................................... 13
Muting the Sound ..................................................................... 13
Listening at Night — Midnight Mode ..................................... 13
Activating the Subwoofer Sound ............................................. 14
Reinforcing the Bass ................................................................ 14
Attenuating the Input Signal .................................................... 14
Selecting the Line Direct Function .......................................... 14
Adjusting the Equalization Patterns ......................................... 15
Using the Sleep Timer .............................................................. 15
Recording a Source .................................................................. 15
Basic Settings........................................... 16
Adjusting the Front Speaker Output Balance ........................... 16
Changing the Source Name ...................................................... 16
Selecting the Video Input Terminal .......................................... 16
Setting the Subwoofer Information .......................................... 17
Adjusting the Subwoofer Output Level .................................... 17
Setting the Speakers for a Surround Field ................................ 17
Digital Input (DIGITAL IN) Terminal Setting ......................... 19
Selecting the Analog or Digital Input Mode ............................ 20
Showing the Text Information on the Display ......................... 21
Basic Setting and Adjustment — Auto Memory ...................... 21
Receiving Radio Br oadcast s ........................ 2 2
Setting the AM Tuner Interval Spacing .................................... 22
Tuning in Stations Manually .................................................... 22
Using Preset Tuning ................................................................. 22
Selecting the FM Reception Mode ........................................... 23

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Par t s Ident ificat ion
Become familiar with the buttons and controls on the receiver before use.
Refer to the pages in parentheses for details.
CONTROL
+
−+ −+ −
231
564
89
7/P
0 +1010
LINE DIF.ECT BOOST EFFECT
MENU
ENTER
SIZE
ROOMBASS
MODE TEST CTR TONE
LIVENESS
MIDNIGHT
SOUND
∗
SUBWFR
∗
DIGITAL EQ
∗
REAR L
∗
REAR R
∗
L/R BAL
∗
CENTER
MUTING
CH/
∗
LEVEL TV VOL
PLAY
STOP
/REW
DOWN – TUNING – UP
FF/
EXIT
∗
BAL L
∗
BAL R
VOLUME
CATV/DBS
CONTROL
TV/VIDEO
MENU
TEXT
REC
DISPLAY
PAUSE
PAUSE
SET
RETURN FM MODE 100+
CONTROL
A/V CONTROL RECEIVER
CATV/DBS VCR 1 TV AUDIO
DSP
MODE INPUTON/OFF
DVD MUILTIDVD
USB
CD
CDR
TAPE/MD
TV/DBS VIDEO PHONO
FM/AM
VCR 1 VCR 2
SURROUND
ANALOG/DIGITAL SLEEP
POWER
5
6
7
8
9
&
^
%
$
#
@
!
=
-
1
4
3
)
*
(
0
2
~
b
a

Fr ont Panel
1STANDBY/ON button and STANDBY
lamp (11, 22)
2• SPEAKERS ON/OFF 1 button (13)
• SPEAKERS ON/OFF 2 button (13)
3FM/AM TUNING 5/∞buttons (22)
4DSP MODE button and lamp (26, 28 – 33)
5FM/AM PRESET 5/∞buttons (22, 23)
6• INPUT ANALOG/DIGITAL button (20)
• INPUT ATT button (14)
7FM MODE button (23)
8MEMORY button (22)
9Display (11)
pEFFECT button (28 – 33)
qDIGITAL EQ button (15)
wRemote sensor (10)
eLEVEL ADJUST button (16, 17, 28 – 35)
rSETTING button (16 – 19, 21)
tMASTER VOLUME control (12)
yLINE DIRECT button and lamp (14)
uPHONES jack (13)
iSUBWOOFER OUT ON/OFF button (14)
oSURROUND ON/OFF button and lamp (26, 28,
31)
;USB AUDIO terminal (9)
aVIDEO input terminals (7)
sMIDNIGHT MODE button (13)
dSource selecting buttons and lamps (11)
DVD MULTI, DVD, VCR 1, VCR 2, VIDEO, TV
SOUND/DBS, PHONO, CD, CDR, TAPE/MD,
USB AUDIO, FM/AM
fSOURCE NAME buttons (16)
gCONTROL UP 5/DOWN ∞buttons
hBASS BOOST button and lamp (14)
*These buttons function only after pressing
10 keys on the remote control which are
marked with an asterisk (*).
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CONTROL
DOWN UP
EFFECT SETTING
DIGITAL
EQ
TV SOUND/DBSVIDEOVCR 2VCR 1DVDDVD MULTI
MIDNIGHT MODEDSP MODE
S-VIDEO VIDEO
VIDEO
L—AUDIO—R
SURROUND ON/OFF
SUBWOOFER OUT ON/OFF
SPEAKERS ON/OFF
FM/AM TUNING FM/AM PRESET FM MODE
MEMORY
2
PHONES
STANDBY
USB AUDIO
INPUT
ANALOG/DIGITAL
INPUT ATT
FM / AMUSB AUDIOTAPE / MDCDRCDPHONO
LEVEL
ADJUST
AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER
LINE DIRECT
BASS BOOST
MASTER VOLUME
DIGITAL
SURROUND DIGITAL
1
SOURCE NAME
SOURCE NAME
STANDBY/ON
Remot e Cont r ol
1Display window (11)
a. Remote control operation mode indicator
b. Signal transmission indicator
Lights up when transmitting the remote
control signal.
2buttons (11, 51 – 54)
CATV/DBS, VCR 1, TV, AUDIO
3Source selecting buttons (11)
DVD, DVD MULTI, CD, FM/AM, TV/DBS,VIDEO,
CDR, PHONO, VCR 1, VCR 2, TAPE/MD, USB
4SURROUND ON/OFF button (26, 27, 30)
5DSP MODE button (26, 29 – 33)
6LINE DIRECT button (14)
7MIDNIGHT MODE button (13)
8SOUND button (14 – 17, 27 – 35, 49)
9MUTING button (13)
0CATV/DBS CONTROL button (53)
-TV/VIDEO button (51, 52)
=MENU button (36 – 40)
~TEXT DISPLAY button (43 – 46)
!REC PAUSE button (50, 51, 53)
@SLEEP button (15)
#ANALOG/DIGITAL INPUT button (20)
$• 10 keys for selecting preset channels (23)
• 10 keys for adjusting sound (14 – 17, 27 – 35,
49)
• 10 keys for operating audio/video components
(49 – 54 )
%• LEVEL +/– buttons*(15, 17, 27 – 35)
• BAL L and BAL R buttons*(16)
• CH +/– buttons (51 – 53)
^TV VOL +/– buttons (51, 52)
&VOLUME +/– buttons (12)
*EXIT button (36 – 40, 43 – 45)
(• TUNING UP 3/DOWN 2buttons (22, 49)
• On screen operation buttons (36 – 40, 43 – 46)
• Operating buttons for audio/video components
(49 – 54)
)CONTROL button (50, 51)

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Get t ing St ar t ed
This section explains how to connect audio/ video components and speakers to the receiver, and how to connect the
power supply.
ANTENNA
AM
EXT
AM
LOOP
FM 75
COAXIAL
AM
LOOP
ANTENNA
AM
EXT
FM 75
COAXIAL
AM
LOOP
ANTENNA
AM
EXT
FM 75
COAXIAL
A. Using the Supplied FM Antenna
The FM antenna provided can be connected to the FM 75 Ω
COAXIAL terminal as temporary measure.
B. Using the Standard Type Connector (Not Supplied)
A standard type connector should be connected to the FM 75 Ω
COAXIAL terminal.
Note:
If reception is poor, connect the outdoor antenna.
Before attaching a 75
Ω coaxial cable (the kind with a round wire
going to an outdoor antenna), disconnect the supplied FM antenna.
B
FM Antenna
Outdoor FM Antenna Cable
Extend the supplied FM antenna horizontally.
A
Connect ing t he FM and AM Ant ennas
FM Ant enna Connect ions
Before Inst allat ion
Gener al
• 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.
Locat ions
• 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 t he r eceiver
• 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 t he Supplied Accessor ies
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 Loop Antenna (1)
• FM Antenna (1)
• AC Plug Adaptor (1)
If anything is missing, contact your dealer immediately.
Set t ing t he Volt age Select or Swit ch
Before connections, always do the following first if necessary.
Set the correct voltage for your area with the voltage selector switch
on the rear panel. Rotate the voltage selector using a screw driver, so
the voltage number the voltage mark is set at is the same as the
voltage where you are plugging in the receiver.
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
220V
230 - 240V
127V
110V
Voltage mark

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Basic connect ing pr ocedur e
1 Cut, twist and remove the insulation at the end of
each speaker signal cable (not supplied).
2 Turn the knob counterclockwise.
3 Insert the speaker signal cable.
4 Turn the knob clockwise.
Connect ing t he fr ont speaker s
You can connect two pairs of front speakers (one pair to the FRONT
SPEAKERS 1terminals, and another pair to the FRONT
SPEAKERS 2terminals).
Snap the tabs on the loop into the
slots of the base to assemble the
AM loop.
1
AM Ant enna Connect ions
AM Loop Antenna
234
ANTENNA
AM
EXT
AM
LOOP
FM 75
COAXIAL
23
1
Outdoor single vinyl-covered wire (not supplied)
Left speakerRight speaker FRONT SPEAKERS 1
Turn the loop until you have the best reception.
Notes:
• If the AM loop antenna wire is covered with vinyl, remove
the vinyl by twisting it as shown in the diagram.
• Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any other
terminals, connecting cords and power cord. This could cause poor
reception.
• If reception is poor, connect an outdoor single vinyl-covered wire to
the AM EXT terminal. (Keep the AM loop antenna connected.)
Connect ing t he Speaker s
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.
IM PORTAN T:
After connecting the speakers listed above, set the speaker
setting information properly to obtain the best possible
Surround and DSP effect. For details, see page 17.
For each speaker (except for a subwoofer), connect the (+) and (–)
terminals on the rear panel to the (+) and (–) terminals marked on
the speakers. For connecting a subwoofer, see page 5.
CAUTION:
Use speakers with the SPEAKER IMPEDANCE indicated by the
speaker terminals.
Left speaker
Right speaker FRONT SPEAKERS 2
RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT
+
–
CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
: 8 16
1
2
2
1OR
: 16 32
2
1AND
FRONT SPEAKERS

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About t he speaker impedance
The required speaker impedance of the front speakers does differ
depending on whether both the FRONT SPEAKERS 1and FRONT
SPEAKERS 2terminals are used or only one of them is used.
CASE 1 When you connect only one pair of front speakers
Connect ing t he r ear and cent er speaker s
Connect rear speakers to the REAR SPEAKERS terminals and a
center speaker to the CENTER SPEAKER terminals.
Connect ing t he subwoofer speaker
You can enhance the bass by connecting a subwoofer.
Connect the input jack of a powered subwoofer to the
SUBWOOFER OUT jack on the rear panel, using a cable with RCA
pin plugs (not supplied).
Center speaker
SUBWOOFER
OUT
Powered subwoofer
Front
speaker
2
Front
speaker
2
Use front speakers 16 Ω– 32 Ωimpedance.
CENTER
SPEAKER REAR SPEAKERS
RIGHT LEFT
+
–
+
–
816
CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
Use front speakers with 8 Ω– 16 Ωimpedance.
CASE 2 When you connect two pairs of front speakers
Connect ing Audio/ Video Component s
You can connect the following audio/video components to this
receiver. Refer also to the manuals supplied with your components.
Audio Components Video Components
• Turntable • DVD player*
• CD player*•TV*
• Cassette deck or • DBS tuner*
MD recorder*• VCR(s)
• CD recorder*• Video camera
• Personal computer (PC)
* You can connect these components using the methods described in
“Analog connections” (below), or in “Digital connections” (see page
8).
Analog Connect ions
Audio component connect ions
Use the cables with RCA pin plugs (not supplied).
Connect the white plug to the audio left jack, and the red plug to the
audio right jack.
CAUTION:
If you connect a sound-enhancing device such as a graphic equalizer
between the source components and this receiver, the sound output
through this receiver may be distorted.
Turntable
Turntable
Ex.: This connection is for the
turntable with an MM (moving-
magnet) type cartridge.
To audio output
OUT
(REC)
IN
(PLAY)
IN
(PLAY)
OUT
(REC)
RIGHT LEFT
REAR
AUDIO
PHONO
TAPE
MD
CDR
CD
If an earth cable is provided for your
turntable, connect the cable to the
screw marked (H) on the rear panel.
Turntable
Note:
Any turntables incorporating a small-output cartridge such as an MC
(moving-coil) type must be connected to this receiver through a
commercial head amplifier or step-up transformer. Direct connection
may result in insufficient volume.
Front
speaker
1
Front
speaker
1
Front
speaker
1
Right rear speaker
Left rear speaker
Front
speaker
1

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Video component connect ions
Use the cables with RCA pin plugs (not supplied).
Connect the white plug to the audio left jack, the red plug to the
audio right jack, and the yellow plug to the video jack.
• If your video components have S-video (Y/C-separation) and/or
component video (Y, PB/CB, PR/CR) terminals, connect them using
an S-video cable (not supplied) and/or component video cable (not
supplied). By using these terminals, you can get a better picture
quality in the order — Component video > S-video > Composite
video.
IMPORTANT:
This receiver is equipped with the following video terminals —
composite video, S-video and component video terminals. You can
use any of the three to connect a video component.
However, remember that the video signals from one type of these
input terminals are output only through the video output
terminals of the same type.
Therefore, if a recording video component and a playing video
component are connected to the receiver through the different video
terminals, you cannot record the picture from the playing component
on the recording component. In addition, if the TV and a playing video
component are connected to the receiver through the different video
terminals, you cannot view the playback picture from the playing
component on the TV.
A
BEF
A
B
D
E
VIDEO
FRONT
RIGHT LEFT
DVD
TV SOUND
DBS
OUT
(REC)
IN
(PLAY)
VCR1
OUT
(REC)
IN
(PLAY)
VCR2
MONITOR
OUT
S-VIDEOVIDEO
AUDIO
DC
F
C
S-VHS (or VHS) VCR
ÅTo left/right channel audio output
ıTo left/right channel audio input
ÇTo S-video output
ÎTo composite video output
‰To composite video input
ÏTo S-video input
VCR(s)
S-VHS (or VHS) VCR
If your audio components have a COMPU LINK or TEXT
COMPU LINK jack
• See also page 41 for detailed information about the connection and
the COMPU LINK remote control system.
• See also page 42 for detailed information about the connection and
the TEXT COMPU LINK remote control system.
OUT
(REC)
IN
(PLAY)
RIGHT LEFT
REAR
AUDIO
CDR
CD recorder
To audio input To audio output
CD recorder
Cassette deck or MD recorder
To audio output
To audio input
To audio input
IN
(PLAY)
OUT
(REC)
RIGHT LEFT
REAR
AUDIO
PHONO
TAPE
MD
CD
Note:
You can connect either a cassette deck or an MD recorder to the
TAPE/MD jacks. When connecting an MD recorder to the TAPE/MD
jacks, change the source name, which will be shown on the display
when selected as the source, to “MD.” See page 16 for details.
To audio output
Cassette deck
MD recorder
CD player
To audio output
IN
(PLAY)
OUT
(REC)
RIGHT LEFT
REAR
AUDIO
PHONO
TAPE
MD
CD
CD player

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Video camera
The VIDEO input terminals on the front panel are convenient when
connecting and disconnecting the equipment frequently.
TV and/or DBS tuner
ÅTo audio output
ıTo composite video input
ÇTo S-video input
ÎTo component video input
• When you connect the DVD player with stereo output jacks:
DVD player
ÅTo front left/right channel audio
output (or to audio mixed output if
necessary)
ıTo composite video output
ÇTo S-video output
ÎTo component video output
DVD
A
B
C
VIDEO
FRONT
RIGHT LEFT
DVD
TV SOUND
S-VIDEOVIDEO
AUDIO
COM PONENT VIDEO
DBS
DVD
D
DVD player
S-VIDEO VIDEO
VIDEO
L—AUDIO—R
To audio
output
To composite
video output
To S-video output
When connecting the TV to the AUDIO jacks (TV SOUND/
DBS), DO NOT connect the TV’s video output to these
video input terminals.
DVD
AED
BCF
VIDEO
DVD
FRONT
SUB
WOOFER CENTER RIGHT LEFT
RIGHT LEFT
REAR
AUDIO
DVD
S-VIDEOVIDEO
COM PONENT VIDEO
DBS
DVD
G
DVD player
ÅTo subwoofer output
ıTo center channel audio output
ÇTo rear left/right channel audio output
ÎTo front left/right channel audio output
‰To composite video output
ÏTo S-video output
ÌTo component video output
• When you connect the DVD player with its analog discrete output
(5.1 CH reproduction) jacks:
Note:
When operating the DVD player by using the AV COMPU LINK
remote control system, change the video input terminal setting
correctly. See pages 16 and 47 for details.
TV
Notes:
• When connecting the DBS tuner to the TV SOUND/DBS jacks,
change the source name, which will be shown on the display when
selected as the source, to “DBS.” See page 16 for details.
• When operating the DBS tuner by using the AV COMPU LINK
remote control system, change the video input terminal setting
correctly. See pages 16 and 47 for details.
Note:
For RX-8010PBK and RX-8012PSL — Use a TV of a PAL or multi-
color system.
For RX-8010VBK — Use a TV of an NTSC or multi-color system.
ÅTo audio output
ıTo composite video output
ÇTo S-video output
ÎTo component video output
VIDEO
FRONT
RIGHT LEFT
DVD
TV SOUND
DBS
S-VIDEOVIDEO
AUDIO COMPONENT VIDEO
MONITOR
OUT
DBS
DVD
YPB/CBPR/CR
DBS
B
A
C
D
DBS tuner
VIDEO
FRONT
RIGHT LEFT
DVD
TV SOUND
DBS
OUT
(REC)
IN
(PLAY)
VCR1
OUT
(REC)
IN
(PLAY)
VCR2
MONITOR
OUT
S-VIDEOVIDEO
AUDIO COMPONENT VIDEO
MONITOR
OUT
DBS
DVD
YP
B /C B P R /C R
A
DB
C
Connect the TV to the MONITOR OUT
terminal to view the playback picture from the
other connected video components.

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PCM/DOLBY DIGITAL
/DTS
DIGITAL OUT
DV D
DIGITAL IN
DIGITAL 3 (TV)
DIGITAL 4 (CDR)
DIGITAL 2 (CD)
DIGITAL 1 (DVD)
DBS
Digit al Connect ions
This receiver is equipped with four DIGITAL IN terminals — one
digital coaxial terminal and three digital optical terminals, and one
DIGITAL OUT terminal.
IMPORTANT:
• When connecting the DVD player, digital TV broadcast tuner or
DBS tuner using the digital terminals, you also need to connect it to
the video terminal on the rear. Without connecting it to the video
terminal, you can view no playback picture.
• 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 page
19.
– Select the digital input mode correctly. For details, see “Selecting
the Analog or Digital Input Mode” on page 20.
Digital input terminals
You can connect any digital equipment as follow.
Digital TV
Notes:
• When shipped from the factory, the DIGITAL IN terminals have
been set for use with the following components.
– DIGITAL 1 (coaxial): For DVD player
– DIGITAL 2 (optical): For CD player
– DIGITAL 3 (optical): For digital TV broadcast tuner
– DIGITAL 4 (optical): For CD recorder
• When you want to operate the CD player, CD recorder, or MD
recorder using the COMPU LINK remote control system, connect
the target component also as described in “Analog Connections”
(see pages 5 and 6).
• When you want to operate the DVD player using the AV COMPU
LINK remote control system, connect the DVD player also as
described in “Analog Connections” (see page 7).
DBS tuner
CD player
MD recorder
DVD player
CD recorder
Digital coaxial cable (not supplied)
between digital coaxial terminals
Digital optical cable (not supplied)
between digital optical terminals
When the component has a digital
coaxial output terminal, connect it to the
DIGITAL 1 (DVD) terminal, using the
digital coaxial cable (not supplied).
When the component has a digital
optical output terminal, connect it to the
DIGITAL 2 (CD), DIGITAL 3 (TV) or
DIGITAL 4 (CDR) terminal, using the
digital optical cable (not supplied).
Before connecting a digital
optical cable, unplug the
protective plug.
Digital output terminal
Note:
The digital signal format output through the DIGITAL OUT terminal is
the same as that of the input signal. This means that when the DTS
Digital Surround signals are input, the DTS Digital Surround signals
are output.
When the digital recording
equipment such as an MD recorder
and CD recorder has a digital
optical input terminal, connecting it
to the DIGITAL OUT terminal
enables you to perform digital-to-
digital recording.
Digital optical cable (not supplied)
between digital optical terminals
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* Microsoft
R
, Windows
R
98, Windows
R
Me and Windows
R
2000 are
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
USB Connect ion
This receiver is equipped with a USB terminal on the front panel.
You can connect your PC to this terminal and enjoy sound
reproduced through your PC.
When you connect your PC for the first time, follow the procedure
below.
• Remember you cannot send any signal or data to your PC from
this receiver.
IMPORTANT
• Check if your PC equipped with the CD-ROM drive is running
on WindowsR98*, WindowsRMe*, or WindowsR2000* and
prepare its CD-ROM.
• Check your PC’s BIOS setting — whether USB is available, and
whether USB IRQ is set to “AUTO” or to available IRQ number.
How to install the USB drivers
The following procedure is described using the English version of
WindowsR98. If your PC is running on a different version of
Windows, the screens shown on your PC’s monitor will differ from
the ones used in the following procedure.
1. Turn on your PC and start running WindowsR98, WindowsR
Me or WindowsR2000.
If the PC has been turned on, quit all the applications now running.
2. Turn on the receiver, and press USB AUDIO on the front
panel or USB on the remote control.
The lamp on the USB AUDIO button lights up.
3. Connect the receiver to the PC using a USB cable (not
supplied).
Your PC automatically recognizes this connection, and shows
the following screen on the monitor.
4. Install the USB drivers following the instructions on the PC’s
monitor.
USB cable
S-VIDEO VIDEO
VIDEO
L—AUDIO—R
USB AUDIO
PC
5. Check if the drivers are correctly installed.
1. Open the Control Panel on your PC: Select [Start] =
[Settings] =[Control Panel]
2. Select [System], then [Device Manager] and click [Sound,
video and game controllers] and [Universal Serial Bus
controllers.]
The following window appears, and you can check whether
the drivers are installed.
Note:
The items shown on the PC’s monitor differ
depending on your PC settings.
6. Change the PC audio setting.
1. If you have closed Control Panel, open it again: Select [Start]
=[Settings] =[Control Panel]
2. Click [Multimedia], then select “USB Audio Device [1]” for
“Playback” of “Audio,” and close the window.
To play back a CD from CD-ROM drive on PC, click
[Multimedia], [CD Music] then check [Enable digital CD audio for
this CD-ROM device].
Now PC is ready for playback through the USB connection.
After installation is completed, you can use your PC as the playback
source. The PC automatically recognizes the receiver whenever a
USB cable is connected between the PC and the receiver while the
receiver is turned on.
• When not using the PC as the playback source, disconnect the
USB cable.
To play back sounds on the PC, refer to the manuals supplied with
the sound reproduction application installed in the PC.
Notes:
• DO NOT turn off the receiver or disconnect the USB cable while
installing the drivers and for a several seconds each time your PC is
recognizing the receiver.
• Use a full speed USB cable (revision 1.0).
• If your PC does not recognize the receiver, disconnect the USB
cable and connect it again. If this does not work, restart Windows.
• The drivers installed can be recognized only when the USB cable is
connected between the receiver and your PC.
• The sound may not be played back correctly — interrupted or
degraded — due to your PC settings and PC specifications.

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Connect ing t he Power Cord
Before plugging the receiver into an AC outlet, make sure that all
connections have been made.
Plug the power cord into an AC outlet.
Keep the power cord away from the connecting cables and the
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.
Notes:
• The preset settings such as preset channels and sound adjustment
may be erased in a few days in the following cases:
– When you unplug the power cord.
– When a power failure occurs.
• If the wall outlet does not match the AC plug, use the supplied AC
plug adaptor.
CAUTIONS:
• Do not plug in before setting the voltage selector switch on the
rear of the unit and all connection procedures are complete.
• 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.
Put t ing Bat t eries in t he Remot e Cont r ol
Before using the remote control, put two supplied batteries first.
When using the remote control, aim the remote control directly at
the remote sensor on the receiver.
If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases, replace
the batteries. Use two R6P(SUM-3)/AA(15F) type dry-cell batteries.
Note:
After replacing the batteries, set the manufacturers’ codes again (see
page 52).
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.
1. On the back of the remote control, remove the
battery cover.
2. Insert batteries. Make sure to match the
polarity: (+) to (+) and (–) to (–).
3. Replace the cover.
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Fr om t he remot e cont r ol:
To turn on the power, press AUDIO .
The STANDBY lamp on the front panel goes off.
The name of the current source and Surround/
DSP mode appear on the display.
To turn off the power (into standby mode), press AUDIO
again. The STANDBY lamp on the front panel lights up.
Select ing t he Sour ce t o Play
Press one of the source selecting buttons.
The lamp on the front panel button for selected source lights up.
• The selected source name and Surround/DSP mode also appear on
the display.
On t he fr ont panel:
Fr om t he remot e cont r ol:
DVD MULTI Select the DVD player for viewing the digital
video disc using the analog discrete output mode
(5.1CH reproduction).
To enjoy the DVD MULTI playback, see page 35.
DVD Select the DVD player.
VCR 1 Select the video component connected to the
VCR 1 terminals.
VCR 2 Select the video component connected to the
VCR 2 terminals.
VIDEO Select video component connected to the
VIDEO terminals.
TV (SOUND)/DBS Select TV sounds (or the DBS tuner).
PHONO *Select the turntable.
CD *Select the CD player.
CDR *Select the CD recorder.
TAPE/MD *Select the cassette deck (or the MD recorder).
USB (AUDIO) *Select the personal computer (PC) connected
to the USB terminal.
FM/AM *Select an FM or AM broadcast.
• Each time you press the button, the band
alternates between FM and AM.
Basic Operat ions
The following operations are commonly used when you play any sound source.
Buttons
FM/AM
CD
PHONO
TAPE/MD
DVD or DVD MULTI
CDR
USB
TV/DBS
VCR 1
VCR 2
VIDEO
Indications
TUNER
CD
PHONO
TAPE
DVD
CDR
USB
TV
VCR 1
VCR 2
VIDEO
Ex.: When you
press CD.
Before using t he r emot e cont r ol
How to confirm the remote control operation mode
The display window on the remote control shows following
information for about 10 seconds when you press certain buttons on
the remote control, so that you can confirm which operation you do.
Pressing one of the source selecting buttons,
the source name selected appears on the
display.
Pressing SOUND before you adjust the sound
effect, “SOUND” appears on the display.
Pressing TEXT DISPLAY or MENU before
you use on-screen menu or TEXT COMPU
LINK, “MENU” appears on the display (see
pages 36 and 43).
Pressing CONTROL or CATV/DBS
CONTROL before you operate an audio or
video equipment connected to the receiver,
the remote control operation mode selected
appears on the display (see pages 49 and 52).
STANDBY
STANDBY/ON
Tur ning t he Power On and Off (St andby)
On t he fr ont panel:
To turn on the power, press STANDBY/
ON .
The STANDBY lamp goes off. The name of the
current source and Surround/DSP mode appear
on the display.
To turn off the power (into standby mode),
press STANDBY/ON again.
The STANDBY lamp lights up. A small amount
of power is consumed in standby mode. To turn
the power off completely, unplug the AC power
cord.
ANALOG
VOLUME
L R
SPEAKERS
1
Current source name and
Surround/DSP mode appear
Current volume level appears
TV SOUND/DBSVIDEOVCR 2VCR 1DVDDVD MULTI
FM / AMUSB AUDIOTAPE / MDCDRCDPHONO
SOURCE NAME
SOURCE NAME
DVD MUILTIDVD
USB
CD
CDR
TAPE/MD
TV/DBS VIDEO PHONO
FM/AM
VCR 1 VCR 2
ANALOG
DIGITAL EQ INPUT ATT
SLEEP VOLUME
ONETOUCH OPERATION
3D–PHONIC MIDNIGHT MODE
AUTO MUTING TUNED STEREO
LINEAR PCM
DIGITAL
L
SUBWFR
LS RS
C R
S
SPEAKERS
12
LFE
DGTL AUTO DVD MULTI PRO LOGIC
DSP
HEADPHONE
Selected source name and current
Surround/DSP mode appear
Ex.: When you
press CATV/
DBS CONTROL.
AUDIO
STANDBY
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Notes:
• When connecting an MD recorder (to the TAPE/MD jacks), and a
DBS tuner (to the TV SOUND/DBS jacks), change the source
names shown on the display. For details, see page 16.
• When you press one of the source selecting buttons on the remote
control marked with an asterisk (
* ), the receiver automatically turns
on.
Signal and speaker indicat or s on t he display
The signal indicators light up in the following cases:
• Only the indicators for the incoming signals light up.
• When analog input is selected, “L” and “R” always light up.
• When “DVD MULTI” is selected as the source, “L,” “C,” “R,”
“LFE,” “LS” and “RS” light up.
The speaker indicators light up only —:
The frames of “C,” “LS,” and “RS” light up, when the
corresponding speaker is set to “LARGE” or “SMALL”.
L:•When digital input is selected: Lights up when the left
channel signal comes in.
•When analog input is selected: Always lights up.
R:•When digital input is selected: Lights up when the right
channel signal comes in.
•When analog input is selected: Always lights up.
C: Lights up when the center channel signal comes in.
LS: Lights up when the left rear channel signal comes in.
RS: Lights up when the right rear channel signal comes in.
S: Lights up when the monaural rear channel signal comes in.
LFE: Lights up when the LFE channel signal comes in.
Note:
When “SUBWOOFER” is set to “YES,”
SUBWFR
lights up (see page
17).
Select ing differ ent sour ces for pict ur e and
sound
You can watch picture from a video component while listening to
sound from another component.
Press one of the audio source selecting buttons — PHONO, CD,
CDR, TAPE/MD, USB(AUDIO), FM/AM — while viewing the
picture from a video component such as the VCR or DVD player,
etc.
The lamp on the front panel button for selected source lights up.
On t he fr ont panel:
Fr om t he remot e cont r ol:
Note:
Once you have selected a video source, pictures of the selected
source are sent to the TV until you select another video source.
Adjust ing t he Volume
On t he fr ont 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.
Fr om t he remot e cont r ol:
To increase the volume, press VOLUME +.
To decrease the volume, press VOLUME –.
CAUTION:
Always set the volume to the minimum before starting any source. If
the volume is set at its high level, the sudden blast of sound energy
can permanently damage your hearing and/or ruin your speakers.
Notes:
• The volume level can be adjusted within the range of “0” (minimum)
to “90” (maximum).
• If you set One Touch Operation to “ON” (see page 21), you do not
have to adjust the volume level each time you change the source. It
is automatically set to the stored level.
DVD MUILTIDVD
USB
CD
CDR
TAPE/MD
TV/DBS VIDEO PHONO
FM/AM
VCR 1 VCR 2

TV SOUND/DBS
VIDEO
VCR 2
VCR 1
DVD
DVD MULTI
FM / AM
USB AUDIOTAPE / MDCDRCDPHONO
SOURCE NAME
SOURCE NAME
S
C
LS
L
LFESUBWFRSUBWFR
RS
R
Speaker indicators light up
in white:
Signal indicators light up in
red:
MASTER VOLUME
+
−
VOLUME
SS
CC
LSLS
LL
LFELFESUBWFRSUBWFR
RSRS
RR

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MUTING
Select ing t he Front Speakers
On t he fr ont panel ON LY:
When you have connected two pairs of the front speakers, you can
select which to use.
To use the speakers connected to the
FRONT SPEAKERS 1terminals, press
SPEAKERS ON/OFF 1 so that SPEAKERS 1
indicator lights up on the display. Make sure
that the SPEAKERS 2 is not lit on the display.
To use the speakers connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS 2
terminals, press SPEAKERS ON/OFF 2 so that SPEAKERS 2
indicator lights up on the display. Make sure that the SPEAKERS 1
is not lit on the display.
To use both sets of the speakers, press SPEAKERS ON/OFF 1 and
2 so that the SPEAKERS 1 and SPEAKERS 2 indicators light up on
the display.
To use neither sets of the speakers, press SPEAKERS ON/OFF 1
and 2 so that the SPEAKERS 1 and SPEAKERS 2 indicators
disappear from the display.
The HEADPHONE indicator lights up and “HEADPHONE”
appears on the display.
• Activating the speaker turns on the Surround and DSP modes
previously selected.
•Listening only with headphones:
You can listen with the headphones without deactivating both
pairs of speakers by connecting a pair of headphones to the
PHONES jack on the front panel.If you want to use a pair of
headphones without outputting sounds from the front speakers,
you must turn off both pairs of the front speakers as mentioned
above.
Notes:
• If you use any of the Surround and DSP modes using the center or
rear speakers with both front speakers activated, the speakers
connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS
2 terminals are deactivated.
• When you use HEADPHONE DSP mode, you can enjoy spacious
stereo effect (see page 25).
CAUTION:
Be sure to turn down the volume before connecting or putting on
headphones, as high volume can damage both the headphones and
your hearing.
M ut ing t he Sound
Fr om t he remot e cont r ol ON LY:
Press MUTING to mute the sound through all
speakers and headphones connected.
“MUTING” appears on the display and the
volume turns off (the volume level indicator goes
off).
To restore the sound, press MUTING again so that “MUTING
OFF” appears on the display.
• Turning MASTER VOLUME on the front panel or pressing
VOLUME +/– on the remote control also restores the sound.
List ening at N ight — M idnight M ode
Using the midnight mode, you can enjoy a powerful sound at night
even at a low volume level.
• You can do this setting for each source.
Press MIDNIGHT MODE to select the midnight mode.
• Each time you press the button, the midnight mode changes as
follow.
MIDNIGHT 1: Select this when you want to compress the
dynamic range a little.
The MIDNIGHT MODE indicator lights up on the
display.
MIDNIGHT 2: Select this when you want to compress the
dynamic range fully. (Useful at midnight).
The MIDNIGHT MODE indicator lights up on the
display.
NORMAL: Select this when you want to enjoy sound with its
full dynamic range. (No effect applied.)
The MIDNIGHT MODE indicator goes off from
the display.
Notes:
• When the line direct function is turned on, the midnight mode is
canceled temporarily.
• The midnight mode is not valid for the DVD MULTI playback mode.
MIDNIGHT
MODE
From the remote control
MIDNIGHT MODE
On the front panel
MIDNIGHT 1 MIDNIGHT 2
NORMAL
SPEAKERS ON/OFF
1
2

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SUBWOOFER OUT ON/OFF
Act ivat ing t he Subwoofer Sound
You can cancel the subwoofer sound even though you have
connected a subwoofer and have set “SUBWOOFER” to “YES”
(see page 17). This is useful when enjoying surround sound at night.
On t he fr ont panel ON LY:
Press SUBWOOFER OUT ON/OFF to
cancel the subwoofer sound output.
Each time you press the button, the subwoofer
sound output is deactivated (“SUBWFR OFF”)
or activated (“SUBWFR ON”).
– Select “SUBWFR OFF” to deactivate the subwoofer sound
output.
– Select “SUBWFR ON” to activate it.
Note:
You cannot select “SUBWFR OFF” even though “SUBWOOFER” is
set to “YES,” when “SMALL” is selected for the front speakers (see
page 17.)
Reinfor cing t he Bass
You can boost the bass level.
• You can do this setting for each source.
On t he fr ont panel:
Press BASS BOOST to select the bass boost
function.
The BASS BOOST lamp on the front panel button
lights up.
• Each time you press the button, the bass boost
function turns on (“BOOST ON”) and off
(“BOOST OFF”).
– Select “BOOST ON” to activate the bass boost function.
The BASS BOOST lamp on the front panel button lights up.
– Select “BOOST OFF” to cancel it.
The BASS BOOST lamp on the front panel button goes off.
Fr om t he r emot e cont r ol:
1. Press SOUND.
The 10 keys are activated for sound
adjustments.
2. Press BASS BOOST to select the bass
boost function.
The BASS BOOST lamp on the front panel
button lights up.
• Each time you press the button, the bass boost function turns
on (“BOOST ON”) and off (“BOOST OFF”).
– Select “BOOST ON” to activate the bass boost function.
The BASS BOOST lamp on the front panel button lights up.
– Select “BOOST OFF” to cancel it.
The BASS BOOST lamp on the front panel button goes off.
Note:
This function does not affect the sounds outputting from the rear
speakers.
At t enuat ing t he Input Signal
When the input level of the playing source is too high, the sounds
will be distorted. If this happens, you need to attenuate the input
signal level to prevent the sound distortion.
• You can do this setting for each source.
On t he fr ont panel ON LY:
Press and hold INPUT ATT (INPUT
ANALOG/DIGITAL) so that the INPUT ATT
indicator lights up on the display.
• Each time you press and hold the button, the
input attenuator mode turns on (“ATT ON”) or
off (“NORMAL”).
Notes:
• This function is available only for the sources connected using the
analog terminals.
• When selecting “DVD MULTI” as the source, this effect does not
work.
Select ing t he Line Dir ect Funct ion
You can enjoy the sound closer to original source by skipping the
sound adjustments such as digital equalization and midnight mode.
Only the volume level and bass boost function are adjustable when
the line direct function is turned on.
• You can do this setting for each source.
Press LINE DIRECT.
The LINE DIRECT lamp on the front panel button lights up.
• Each time you press the button, the line direct function turns on
(“DIRECT ON”) and off (“DIRECT OFF”).
– Select “DIRECT ON” to activate the line direct function.
The LINE DIRECT lamp on the front panel button lights up.
– Select “DIRECT OFF” to cancel it.
The LINE DIRECT lamp on the front panel button goes off.
Notes:
• If you turn on the line direct function while using the Surround and
DSP modes, the effect changes as follows:
• Turning off the line direct function activates the sound adjustments
previously selected such as the digital equalization and midnight
mode.
LINE DIRECT
On the front panel From the remote control
LINE DIRECT
Mode Surround DSP
Input
Analog Not valid Not valid
Digital Valid Not valid
INPUT
ANALOG/DIGITAL
INPUT ATT
BASS BOOST
SOUND
1
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Using t he 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.
Fr om t he remot e cont r ol ON LY:
Press SLEEP repeatedly.
The SLEEP indicator lights up on the display, and
the shut-off time changes as follows (in minutes):
When the shut-off time comes
The receiver turns off automatically.
To check or change the time remaining until the shut-off time
Press 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 Timer
Press SLEEP repeatedly until “SLEEP 0min” appears on the display.
(The SLEEP indicator goes off.)
• Turning off the power also cancels the Sleep Timer.
Recor ding a Sour ce
For analog-to-analog recording
You can record any analog source through the receiver to —
• the cassette deck (or MD recorder) connected to the TAPE/MD
jacks,
• the VCRs connected to the VCR 1 and VCR 2 jacks, and
• the CD recorder connected to the CDR jacks
— at the same time.
For digital-to-digital recording
You can record the currently selected digital input source through
the receiver to a digital recording device connected to the DIGITAL
OUT terminal.
Notes:
• Analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog recordings are not possible.
• The output volume level, midnight mode (see page 13), bass boost
(see page 14), digital equalization (see the left), Surround modes
and DSP modes (see page 24) cannot affect the recording.
• The test tone signal (see page 27) does not come out through the
DIGITAL OUT terminal.
SLEEP
2010 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
(Canceled)
0
DIGITAL
EQ LEV
E
ADJ
U
EQ63Hz EQ250Hz EQ1kHz
EQ4kHzEQ16kHZ
and its level
and its level and its level and its level
and its level
CONTROL
DOWN UP
SOUND
10
∗
DIGITAL EQ
RETURN
Adjust ing t he Equalizat ion Pat t er ns
You can adjust equalization to your preference.
• You can do this setting for each source.
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 t he fr ont panel:
1. Press DIGITAL EQ (Equalization)
repeatedly to select the frequency.
• Each time you press the button, the frequency
with its current level changes as follows:
2. Press CONTROL UP 5/DOWN ∞
repeatedly to adjust the frequency level.
The frequency level changes by 2 dB from
–8 dB to +8 dB. The DIGITAL EQ indicator
lights up on the display.
3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to adjust the other frequency level.
To flat the equalization pattern,
Set all the frequency levels to “0” in step 2. The DIGITAL EQ
indicator goes off from the display.
Fr om t he r emot e cont r ol:
1. Press SOUND.
The 10 keys are activated for sound adjustments.
2. Press DIGITAL EQ (Equalization)
repeatedly to select the frequency you want.
“EQ” appears on the remote control display
window.
• Each time you press the button, the frequency with its level
changes as follows:
3. Press LEVEL +or −repeatedly to adjust
the frequency level.
The frequency level changes by 2 dB from
–8 dB to +8 dB. The DIGITAL EQ indicator
lights up on the display.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust the other
frequency level.
To flat the equalization pattern,
Set all the frequency levels to “0” in step 3. The DIGITAL EQ
indicator goes off from the display.
Notes:
• When the line direct function is turned on, the digital equalization
cannot be adjusted.
• The digital equalization affects the front speaker sounds only.
EQ63Hz EQ250Hz EQ1kHz
EQ4kHzEQ16kHZ
and its level
and its level and its level and its level
and its level
+
−
CH/
∗
LEVEL
∗
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When changing the source name from “TV” to
“DBS”:
• Press and hold SOURCE NAME (TV
SOUND/DBS) until “ASSGN. DBS”
appears on the display.
To change the source name to “TAPE” or “TV,” repeat the same
procedure above — press and hold SOURCE NAME (TAPE/MD)
to select “TAPE,” or press and hold SOURCE NAME (TV
SOUND/DBS) to select “TV.”
Note:
Without changing the source name, you can still use the connected
components. However, there may be some inconvenience.
– “TAPE” or “TV” will appear on the display when you select the MD
recorder or DBS tuner.
– You cannot use the digital input (see page 19) for the MD recorder.
– You cannot use the COMPU LINK remote control system (see page
41) to operate the MD recorder.
Select ing t he Video Input Terminal
This receiver is equipped with the component video input terminals
for the DVD player and DBS tuner, which give you higher picture
quality. When you use the component video input terminals for the
DVD player and/or DBS tuner, change the video input terminal
setting.
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 t he fr ont panel ON LY:
1. Press SETTING repeatedly until
“VIDEO DVD” or “VIDEO DBS”
appears on the display.
The display changes to show the current setting.
• Select “VIDEO DVD” to select the video input terminal for
the DVD player and “VIDEO DBS” for the DBS tuner.
2. Press CONTROL UP 5/DOWN ∞
to select the appropriate video
input terminal.
• Each time you press the button, the display
changes to show the following:
COMPNT: Select this when you connect the DVD player or
DBS tuner to the component video input terminals.
S/C: Select this when you connect the DVD player or DBS
tuner to the composite video or S-video input terminal.
Note:
Without changing the video input terminal setting, you can see the
picture through the video input terminals, but cannot use the AV
COMPU LINK remote control system correctly (see page 47).
Basic Set t ings
Some of the following settings are required after connecting and positioning your speakers in your listening room, while
others will make operations easier.
Adjust ing t he Fr ont Speaker Out put
Balance
If the sounds you hear from the front right and left speakers are
unequal, you can adjust the speaker output balance.
• You can do this setting for each source.
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 t he fr ont panel:
1. Press LEVEL ADJUST repeatedly
until “BAL– (with current
setting)” appears on the display.
2. Press CONTROL UP 5/DOWN ∞
to adjust the balance.
• Pressing CONTROL UP 5decreases the
left channel output (from CENTER to
L–21).
• Pressing CONTROL DOWN ∞decreases the
right channel output (from CENTER to R–21).
Fr om t he r emot e cont r ol:
1. Press SOUND.
The 10 keys are activated for sound
adjustments.
2. Press L/R BAL.
“L/R” appears on the remote control display
window.
3. Press BAL L or BAL R to adjust
the balance.
• Pressing BAL L decreases the right
channel output (from CENTER to R–21).
• Pressing BAL R decreases the left channel
output (from CENTER to L–21).
Changing t he Sour ce N ame
When you have connected an MD recorder to the TAPE/MD jacks
or the DBS tuner to the TV SOUND/DBS jacks on the rear panel,
change the source name which will be shown on the display when
you select the MD recorder or DBS tuner as the source.
On t he fr ont panel ON LY:
When changing the source name from “TAPE” to
“MD”:
• Press and hold SOURCE NAME
(TAPE/MD) until “ASSGN. MD”
appears on the display.
TV SOUND/DBS
SOURCE NAME
L
LEVEL
ADJUST
CONTROL
DOWN UP
SOUND
8
∗
L/R BAL
+
−
CH/
∗
LEVEL
∗
BAL L
∗
BAL R
TAPE / MD
SOURCE NAME
C
T SETTING
CONTROL
DOWN UP
COMPNT
(Component)
S/C
(S-video/Composite)

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C
T SETTING
CONTROL
DOWN UP
Set t ing t he Speaker s for a Sur r ound
Field
To obtain the best possible surround sound of the Surround and DSP
modes, you have to register the information about the speakers
arrangement after all connections are completed.
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.
Fr ont , Cent er, and Rear Speaker Set t ing
Register the sizes of all the connected speakers.
• When you change your speakers, you need to register the
information about the speakers again.
On t he fr ont panel ON LY:
1. Press SETTING repeatedly until
“FRONT SPK” (Front Speaker),
“CTR SPK” (Center Speaker) or
“REAR SPK” (Rear Speaker)
appears on the display.
The display changes to show the current setting.
2. Press CONTROL UP 5/DOWN ∞
to select the appropriate item
about the speaker selected in the
above step.
• Each time you press the button, the display
changes to show the following:
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 appropriate
items 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 greater
than 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 only
select “LARGE” for the front speaker setting.
• If you have selected “SMALL” for the front speaker setting, you
cannot select “LARGE” for the center and rear speaker settings.
LARGE SMALL NONE
C
T SETTING
CONTROL
DOWN UP
Set t ing t he Subwoofer Infor mat ion
Register whether you have connected a subwoofer or not.
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 t he fr ont panel ON LY:
1. Press SETTING repeatedly until
“SUBWOOFER” appears on the
display.
The display changes to show the current setting.
2. Press CONTROL UP 5/DOWN ∞
to select “YES” or “NO.”
• Each time you press the button, the display
alternates between “YES” and “NO.”
YES: Select this when a subwoofer is connected.
NO: Select this when no subwoofer is used.
Note:
You cannot use SUBWOOFER OUT ON/OFF on the front panel (see
page 14) and adjust the subwoofer output level (see below) when
“SUBWOOFER” is set to “NO.”
Adjust ing t he Subwoofer Out put Level
You can adjust the subwoofer output level if you have selected
“YES” for the “SUBWOOFER” (see above).
Once it has been adjusted, the receiver memorizes the adjustment.
• You can do this setting for each source.
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.
• When the front speakers are all deactivated, the subwoofer level
cannot be adjusted.
On t he fr ont panel:
1. Press LEVEL ADJUST repeatedly until
“SUBWFR” appears on the display.
The display changes to show the current setting.
2. Press CONTROL UP 5/DOWN ∞
to adjust the subwoofer output level
(from –20 dB to +10 dB).
Fr om t he r emot e cont r ol:
1. Press SOUND.
The 10 keys are activated for sound adjustments.
2. Press SUBWFR .
“S-WFR” appears on the remote control display
window.
3. Press LEVEL +/– to adjust the
subwoofer output level (from –20 dB
to +10 dB).
AL LEVEL
ADJUST
CONTROL
DOWN UP
SOUND
+
−
CH/
∗
LEVEL
∗
BAL L
∗
BAL R
7/P
∗
SUBWFR