JVC RX-8040B User manual

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AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER
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TRUCTIONS 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.
LVT1198-OO1A
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Warnings, Cautions and Others/
Mises en garde, precautions et indications diverses
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.:
1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet.
2. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
ATTENTION
Afin d'eviter tout risque d'electrocution, d'incendie, etc.:
1. Ne pas enlever les vis ni les panneaux et ne pas ouvrir le
coffret de I'appareil.
2. Ne pas exposer I'appareil 9.la pluie ni a. I'humidit&
Caution--_/I STANDBY/ON button!
Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. The
_/I STANDBY/ON button in any position does not disconnect
the mains line. The power can be remote controlled.
Attention--Commutateur _/I STANDBY/ON!
Deconnecter la fiche de secteur pour couper completement le
courant. Le commutateur doll STANDBY/ON ne coupe jamais
completement la ligne de secteur, quelle que soit sa position. Le
courant peut 6tre telecommande.
For U.S.A.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
For the remote control:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
manufacturer for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's
attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guide-
lines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the
cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the
building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
For Canada/pour Le Canada
For the main unit /Pour rappareil principal
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT
ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES
INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA
BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER
JUSQUAU FOND
THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED THE CLASS B
LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE EMISSIONS FROM DIGITAL
APPARATUS AS SET OUT IN THE INTERFERENCE-CAUSING
EQUIPMENT STANDARD ENTITLED "DIGITAL APPARATUS,"
ICES-003 OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS.
CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE RESPECTE LES LIMITES DE
BRUITS RADIOELECTRIQUES APPLICABLES AUX APPAREILS
NUMERIQUES DE CLASSE B PRESCRITES DANS LA NORME
SUR LE MATERIEL BROUILLEUR; "APPAREILS
NUMERIQUES", NMB-003 EDICTEE PAR LE MINISTRE DES
COMMUNICATIONS.
For the remote control /Pour la telecommande
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the divice.
Cet appareil est conforme au reglement CNR-210 de I'industrie
du Canada. L'utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisee seulement
aux conditions suivantes: (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage
et (2) I'utilisateur du dispositif doit 6tre pr6t & accepter tout
brouillage radioelectrique regu, m6me si ce brouillage est
susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.
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Introduction
We would like to thank you for purchasing one of our JVC products.
Before operating this unit, read this manual carefully and thoroughly to obtain the best possible performance
from your unit, and retain this manual for future reference.
CC (Compression Compensative) Converter
CC Converter eliminates jitter and ripples, achieving a drastic
reduction ill digital distortion by processing the digital music data
ill 24 bit-quantization and by expanding the sampling frequency to
128 kHz (for fs 32 kHz signals)/176.4 kHz (for fs 44.1 kHz
signals)/192 kHz (for fs 48 kHz signals). By using the CC
Converter, you call obtain a natural sound field from ally source.
(See page 23 for details.)
K2 Technology
K2 Technology has been designed to enable natural audio
reproduction, achieving a drastic reduction ill digital distortion
and creating original sound ambieuce with high precision.
Compatible with various audio formats including
Dolby Pro Logic IIx
This receiver allows you to enjoy audio tbrmats such as Dolby
Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic Ilx, DTS-ES, DTS Neo:6, and DTS
96/24.
• This receiver is also compatible with Dual Mono signals
recorded ill Dolby Digital and DTS discs.
DAP (Digital Acoustic Processor)
Sound fieM simulation technology allows precise ambience
recreation of existing theaters and halls. Thanks to the high-
performance DSP (Digital Signal Processor) and high-capacity
memory, you call enjoy multi-channel surround sound by playing
2-channel or multi-channel software according to the speaker
setting.
Multi-channel headphone virtual surround
soundI3D Headphone mode
Tile built-in headphone virtual surround system is compatible with
multi-channel software like Dolby Digital, DTS, etc. Thanks to
the signal processing algorithms used by tile high-performance
DSR you call enjoy a natural surround sound through the
headphones.
Multi-room operations
You can connect two pairs of front speakers to _is receiver, and
use them to listen to di_rent sources ill different rooms (Zone l
and Zone 2) at the same time.
COMPU LINK/AV COMPU LINK remote control
systems
These functions allow you to operate other JVC's audio/video
compoueuts from this receiver.
General
• Be sure your hands are dry.
• Turn tile power off to all components.
• Read the manuals supplied with tile components you are going to
COUUeCt,
Power sources
• When unplugging the receiver from the wall outlet, always pull
the plug, not the AC power cord.
• Do not handle the AC power cord with wet hands.
• If you are not going to operate the receiver for all extended period
of time, unplug tile AC power cord from the ,:,,all outlet.
Multi-room operations
• Do not use tile remote control outdoors or install tile speakers
outdoors.
• When operating the receiver from a place where you cannot see
the receiver (lbr example, when controlling the receiver installed
ill the living room from the kitchen), pay attention to tile following
not to surprise other people:
- Be careful not to turn up tile volume too high when controlling
tile receiver without listening to the playback sound.
Be careful not to surprise other people with a sudden sound
coming out of tile receiver when turning it on. (A sudden stop of
the sound may also surprise other people.)
• If tile receiver operates by itself or malfunctions, tile following
causes should be considered:
Interference to RF communicatiou between tile receiver and tile
remote control from outside.
- The remote control is operated unintentionally. For example, a
book is placed on the remote control, possibly, depressing some
of its buttons.
• If your neighbour uses tile same or similar RF remote control
system, tile receiver may happen to receive the RF signals sent
from such all RF remote control system, which could cause your
receiver to be operated unintentionally. If this happens, stop using
the RF rod antenna and the remote control, and consult your JVC
dealer or the nearest JVC Service Center.
Location
• Install the receiver ill a location that is level and protected from
moisture and dust.
• The temperature around the receiver must be between -5°C and
35°C (23°F and 95°F).
Ventilation
High power amplifiers built in this receiver will generate heat inside
the cabinet. For safety, observe tile following carefully.
• Make sure there is good ventilation around the receiver. Poor
ventilation could overheat and damage the receiver.
• Do not block the ventilation openings or holes. (If the ventilation
openings or holes are blocked by a newspaper or cloth, etc., tile
heat may not be able to get out.)
Others
• Do not insert any metal object into the receiver.
• Should any metallic object or liquid fall onto tile unit, unplug tile
unit and consult your dealer before operating ally filrther.
• Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping or
splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases
shall be placed on the apparatus.
•DO HOtdisassemble tile receiver or remove screw's, covers, or
cabinet.
If anything goes wrong, unplug the AC power cord and consult your
JVC dealer.
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Table of Contents
Parts Identification ...................................... 3
Getting Started ........................................... 7
Checking the Supplied Accessories ........................................... 7
Connecting the FM and AM Antennas ....................................... 7
Connecting the Speakers and Subwoofer ................................... 8
Connecting Audio/Video Components ..................................... 10
• Analog connections .......................................................... 10
• Digital connections ........................................................... 14
Connecting the RF Rod Antenna and IR Signal Transmitter ... 14
Connecting the Power Cord ..................................................... 15
Putting Batteries in the Remote Control .................................. 15
Multi-room Operations ............................... 16
Required Connections for Zone 2 ............................................ 16
Basic Operating Procedure for Zone 1 ..................................... 17
Basic Operating Procedure for Zone 2 ..................................... 18
Zone 1 (Main Room) Operations .................. 19
Turning the Power On and Off (Standby) ................................ 19
Canceling the Zone 1 Operations ............................................. 19
Selecting the Zone 1 Source to Play ........................................ 20
Adjusting the Zone 1 Volume ................................................... 21
Activating the Zone 1 Front Speakers ...................................... 21
Turning On and Off the Subwoofer Sound .............................. 22
Selecting the Analog or Digital Input Mode ............................ 22
Setting the Dynamic Range ...................................................... 23
Attenuating the Input Signal .................................................... 23
Turning Analog Direct On and Off .......................................... 23
Making Sounds Natural ............................................................ 23
Changing the Source Name ...................................................... 24
Reinforcing the Bass ................................................................ 24
Muting the Zone 1 Sound ......................................................... 24
Changing the Display Brightness ............................................. 24
Using the Sleep Timer .............................................................. 25
Zone 2(Sub-room] Operations .................... 26
Turning the Power On and Off (Standby)
and Selecting the Zone 2 Operations ................................. 26
Canceling the Zone 2 Operations ............................................. 27
Selecting the Zone 2 Source to Play ........................................ 28
Adjusting the Zone 2 Volume ................................................... 28
Activating the Zone 2 Front Speakers ...................................... 29
Muting the Zone 2 Sound ......................................................... 29
Receiving Radio Broadcasts ........................ 30
Tuning in to Stations Manually ................................................ 30
Using Preset Tuning ................................................................. 31
Selecting the FM Reception Mode ........................................... 31
Basic Settings ........................................... 32
Quick Speaker Setup ................................................................ 32
Basic Setting Items ................................................................... 33
Basic Procedure ........................................................................ 34
Setting the speakers ........................................................... 34
Setting the speaker distance ............................................... 35
Setting the bass sounds ...................................................... 35
Selecting the main or sub-channel ..................................... 36
Setting the digital input terminals ...................................... 37
Setting the component video input .................................... 38
Setting the Zone 2/Speakers 2 ........................................... 38
Memorizing the volume level for each source ................... 38
Adjusting Sound ........................................ 39
Basic Adjustment Items ............................................................ 39
Basic Procedure ........................................................................ 40
Adjusting the equalization patterns .................................... 40
Adjusting the speaker output levels ................................... 40
Adjusting the sound parameters
for the Surround and DSP modes ................................ 41
Using the Surround Modes .......................... 42
Reproducing Theater Ambience ................................................ 42
Introducing the Surround Modes ............................................. 42
Activating the Surround Modes ............................................... 44
• Activating the Surround modes ........................................ 44
• Activating the EX/ES/PLIIx setting .................................. 45
Surround Modes Applicable to the Various Software .............. 46
Using the DSP Modes ................................ 48
Reproducing the Sound Field ................................................... 48
Introducing the DSP Modes ..................................................... 48
Activating the DSP Modes ....................................................... 49
Using the DVD MULTI Playback Mode .......... 50
Activatingthe DVDMULTIPlayback Mode .......................... 50
COMPU LINK Remote Control System ......... 51
AV COMPU LINK Remote Control System .... 53
Operating JVC's Audio/Video Components ... 56
Operating Audio Components .................................................. 56
Operating Video Components .................................................. 58
Operating Other Manufacturers'
Equipment ............................................ 59
Troubleshooting ......................................... 63
Specifications ............................................ 85
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Parts Identification
Remote Control
Remote's display window
1 2
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Refer to the pages in parentheses for details.
ZONE l/ZONE 2 selector
ZONE 1 ON/OFF button (19, 52, 55, 56)
_i ZONE 2 ON/OFF button (27, 52, 55, 56)
Display window
½i Source selection buttons
(17, 18, 20 -22, 28, 30, 31, 50, 56 -61)
DVD, DVD MULTI, PHONO, CD, VCR l, VCR 2,
TAPE/MD, CDR, TV/DBS, VIDEO, FM, AM
ANALOG/DIGITAL button (22, 56)
_i SOUND button (41, 56)
BASS BOOST button (24, 56)
MIDNIGHT MODE button (23, 56)
10 EX/ES/PLIIx button (45, 56)
U_ SURROUND button (44, 47, 56)
12] CC CONVERTER hutton (23, 56)
13 SLEEP button (25, 56)
14 CONTROL button (56- 58)
Operating buttons for audio/video components (57, 58, 60, 61)
1*_I41/RE'vV.PLAY. FF/_IDq, • REC, STOP, PAUSE
Operating buttons for tuner (30, 56)
TUNING UP/DOWN
TV VOL (volume) +/- buttons (58, 59)
CHANNEL +/- buttons (58 - 60)
TV/VIDEO button (58, 59)
15 Operating buttons for DVD player (58, 61)
TOP MENU, MENU, ENTER, L>, <3,A, '7
16] AUDIO POWER ON button (17 -19, 27, 52, 55, 56, 61)
U7' AUDIO POWER STANDBY button (19, 27, 52, 55, 56)
18' DVD POWER button (53, 58, 60, 61)
[19'TV/CATV/DBS POWER hutton (58 -60)
20 10 keys for selecting preset channels (31, 56)
10 keys for operating audio/video components (56 -61)
Sound and DSP effects adjustment buttons (41, 56)
21' SURR/DSP OFF button (44, 49, 56)
22 DSP button (48, 49, 56)
23 ANAL()(; DIRECT button (23, 56)
24 TV-CATV/DBS operation mode selector (58 -60)
25' DIMMER button (24, 56)
26 VOLUME +/- huttons (17, 18, 21, 24, 28, 29, 56)
27 MUTING button (24, 29, 56)
Remote's display window
@ ZONE 1indicator
Lights up when you press a button on the remote control,
with the ZONE l/ZONE 2 selector set to "ZONE 1." This
remote control can be used only for Zone 1 operations.
@ ZONE 2 indicator
Lights up when you press a button on the remote control,
with the ZONE l/ZONE 2 selector set to "ZONE 2." This
remote control can be used only for Zone 2 operations.
@ Signal transmission indicator
Lights up when transmitting the remote control signals.
@ Remote control main display
Remote control operation mode such as "DVD," "CD,"
"SOUND," etc. appear.
When the remote control operation mode is changed, the
mode appears on this display for about 2 hours.
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Front Panel
Inside the front door
How to open the front door
Display
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Refer to the pages in parentheses for details.
Front Panel
1 VII STANDBY/ON button and STANDBY lamp (17 - 19,
26, 27, 52, 55)
_] SPEAKERS ON/OFF 1button (17, 21)
SPEAKERS ON/OFF 2/ZONE 2 button (17, 29)
ZONE 1 ON/OFF button (19, 25, 38, 52, 55)
ZONE 2 ON/OFF button (18, 26, 27, 52, 55)
ZONE 2 CONTROL button (18, 25 27, 38)
DSP button (48, 49)
SURROUND button (44, 47)
SURROUND/DSP OFF button (44, 49)
7Remote sensor
8Display
_] Source selection buttons and source indication lamps
(17, 18, 20 -22, 24, 28, 30, 31, 50)
DVD MULTI, DVD, VCR 1, VCR 2, VIDEO,
TV SOUND/DBS, PHi)NO, CD, CDR, TAPE/MD, FM, AM
10 MASTER VOLUME control (17, 18, 21, 24, 28, 29)
_) CC CONVERTER button and lamp (23)
12 SUBWOOFER OUT ON/OFF button (22)
13 PHONES jack (21)
14 Front door
15] SETTING button (34)
1G QUICK SPEAKER SETUP button (32)
17 MULTI JOG control (32, 34, 40)
PUSH SET button (32, 34, 40)
18 EXIT button (34, 40)
19 ADJUST button (40)
20 ANALOG DIRECT button and lamp (23)
21 EX/ES/PLIIx button (45)
22 INPUT ANALOG button (22)
INPUT ATT button (23)
23 MIDNIGHT MODE button (23)
24] INPUT DIGITAL button (22)
25 TUNER CONTROL buttons
FM/AM TUNING •/• buttons (30)
FM/AM PRESET •/• buttons (31)
FM MODE button (31)
MEMORY button (31)
26 VIDEO input jacks (11)
DIGITAL optical terminal, S-VIDEO jack, VIDEO jack,
AUDIO L/R jacks
Display
(_ DUAL indicator (43)
(2_ ANALOG indicator (22)
(3_ DIGITAL AUTO indicator (22)
(_ 96/24indicator (43)
6) MULTI indicator (50)
(_ NEO:6 indicator (43)
(7_ TUNED indicator (30)
(@ STERE() indicator (30, 31)
_) 13N PRO LOGIC indicator (42)
131"1PRO LOGIC 11indicator (42)
_0_ AUTO MUTING indicator (31)
VIRTUAL SB (surround back) indicator (43, 47)
_ ONE TOUCH OPERATION indicator (38)
@SLEEP indicator (25)
_ MIDNIGHT MODE indicator (23)
B. BOOST (bass boost) indicator (24)
(_ Speaker and signal indicators (20)
_ Digital signal format indicators (22, 42, 43)
Main display
_ D.EQ (digital equalization) indicator (40)
@-._DSP indicator (21, 47, 48)
@1)3D-PHONIC indicator (43, 47, 48)
_ HEADPHONE indicator (21, 47, 48)
@._ZONE I/ZONE 2 indicators (17 - 19, 26, 27, 51, 52, 54, 55)
@INPUT ATT (attenuator) indicator (23)
@._VOLUME level indicator (17 - 19, 21, 24, 26, 29)
(?-_SPEAKERS I/2/ZONE 2 indicators (19, 21, 26, 29)
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Rear Panel
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Refer to the pages in parentheses for details.
1] DIGITAL IN terminals (14)
Coaxial: DIGITAL 1 (DVD)
Optical: DIGITAL 2 (CD), DIGITAL 3 (TV),
DIGITAL 4(CDR)
2 i AUDIO input/output jacks (10 - 13, 50)
Input: DVD IN, TV SOUND/DBS IN, VCR 1 IN
(PLAY), VCR 2 IN (PLAY), CD IN,
TAPE/MD IN (PLAY), CDR IN (PLAY),
PHONO IN
Output: VCR 1 OUT (REC), VCR 2 OUT (REC),
TAPE/MD OUT (REC), CDR OUT (REC)
S-VIDEO and VIDEO (composite) input/output jacks
(12, 13, 50)
Input: DVD IN, TV SOUND/DBS IN,
VCR 1 IN (PLAY), VCR 2 IN (PLAY)
Output: VCR 1 OUT (RE(:), VCR 2 OUT (REC),
MONITOR OUT
ANTENNA terminals (7)
½] PREOUT jacks (8, 9)
COMPONENT VIDE() input/output jacks (12, 13, 50)
Input: DVD IN, DBS (VCR 1) IN
Output: MONITOR OUT
_i COMPULINK-4 (SYNCHRO)jacks (51)
8RF REMOTE ANTENNA terminal and IR OUT terminal
(14, 15, 53)
AV COMPULINK-III jacks (53)
10] AC power cord (15)
11 DIGITAL OUT (PCM/DOLBY DIGITAL/DTS) terminal
(14)
12 Earth (ground) terminal (10)
13 ZONE 2 PREOUT jacks (16)
U_ SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS terminals (8)
15 SURROUND SPEAKERS terminals (8)
16 CENTER SPEAKER terminals (8)
U7' FRONTI SPEAKERS terminals (8)
18' FRONT2/ZONE2 SPEAKERS terminals (8, 16)
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IGetting Started
This section explains how to connect audio/video components and speakers to the receiver, and how to connect the
power supply
Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections have been made.
[,-],"t'_ _1 I",h'_][-'-m_r'1R_,.IL,_ AM antenna connections
Check to be sure you have all of the followiug items, which are
supplied for the receiver.
The uunlber ill parentheses iudicates the quautity of pieces supplied.
Remote Control (1)
Batteries (2)
AM Loop Antenna (1)
FM Antenna (1)
RF Rod Antenna (1)
IR Signal Transmitter (1)
Double-sided Adhesive Tape (1)
If auything is missing, contact your dealer immediately.
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FM antenna connections
Exteud the supplied FM autenna
horizoutally.
FM Antenna (supplied) t"
Outdoor FM Antenna Cable|
(not supplied)
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i COAXIAL
Connect the supplied FM antenna as temporary measure to the
FM 75 f) COAXIAL terminal--@
If reception is pool; connect the outdoor FM antenna (not
supplied)--@
1. Disconnect the supplied FM antenna.
2. Connect a 75 [_ coaxial cable (with the standard type connector).
Assemhle the supplied AM loop antenna as follows:
Snap the tabs on the loop into the slots of the base to
assemble the AM loop antenna.
Turn the 1oo
the best rece until you have ,tion.
2
Notes:
•If the AM loop antenna wire is covered with vinyl, _.,_,_
remove the vinyl by twisting it as illustrated. £_.
• Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any /7
other terminals, connecting cords and power cord. This
could cause poor reception.
• Ifreceptionispoor, connectanoutdoorsingle vinyl-coveredwire
(not supplied) to the AM EXT terminal. (Keep the AM loop antenna
connected.)
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You car] connect the following speakers:
• Two pairs of front speakers.
• One pair of surround speakers,
• One pair of surround back speakers,
• One center speaker.
• One powered subwoofcr.
CAUTION:
• Use only the speakers of the SPEAKER IMPEDANCE indicated by
the speaker terminals.
- When using only one pair of front speakers in Zone 1:
Connect the speakers with an impedance of 8 _ to 16 _, and set
the "FRONT SPEAKER2" (see page 38) to "FRONT SPK2:SPK2".
- When using two pairs of front speakers separately in Zone 1
and Zone 2:
Connect the speakers with an impedance of 8 f_ to 16 f_, and set
the "FRONT SPEAKER2" (see page 38) to "FRONT SPK2:ZONE2".
- When using two pairs of front speakers only in Zone 1:
Connect the speakers with an impedance of 16 _ to 32 _, and set
the "FRONT SPEAKER2" (see page 38) to "FRONT SPK2:SPK2".
• Do not connect more than one speaker to each speaker terminal.
For each speaker (except for a subwoofer), connect the (+) and
( ) ternEinals on the rear panel to the (+) and ( ) terminals
marked on the speakers,
Speaker connections
1 2 34
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.
IMPORTANT:
After connecting the speakers, set the speaker installation
information properly. You can use Quick Speaker Setup for it (see
page 32).
• To obtain the best possible Surround/DSP effect, see "Setting the
Speakers" on page 34.
Surround speakers
Surround back speakers* Right /Left
Center speaker
Front speakers 1
Right /Left
Front speakers 2
Right /Left
2 SPEAKERS RIGHT LEFT
'SURROUNDBACKSPEAKERS• "SURROUNDSPEAKERS• I --S ENTER :_EAKER
RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT
O,C_V_DO' FRONT2/ZONE2
FRONT1orc.REno_SPEAKERS
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FRONT1 OR FRONT2 :80-160 1
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ZONE2 : 8Q-160
FRONT1ANDFRONTZ:16Q-3Z,Q
*When using only one surround back speaker, connect the speaker
as follows."
Surround back
speaker
CAUTION:SPEAKERIMPEDANCE:
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Connecting the subwoofer
You canenhancethe bassby connecting a subwoofcr.
Connect the input jack of a powered subwoofcr to tire rear panel,
using a cable with RCA pin plugs (not supplied).
Powered Subwoofer
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Zone 1 speaker layout
Ideal speaker layout varies depending on the conditions of your
listeniug room. The diagram below is a recommended typical
example. Subwoofer
Left front speaker(s) Center speaker Right front speaker(s)
(L) (C) (R)
Left surround Right surround
speaker (LS) speaker (RS)
Surround back speakers (SB)
CAUTION:
Do not place the center speaker on the TV. If you do so, the center
speaker may cause various troubles to theTV (for example, color
unevenness). Moreover, it may hurt you by its falling from the TV.
Placing speakers
Front speakers (L/R) and center speaker ((7)
• Place these speakers at the same height from the floor, at or near
ear level.
• Array across the front of the viewing area.
Surround speakers (LS/RS) and surround back speakers (SB)
• Place these speakers at a position which is 60 cm to 90 cm
(2 ft to 3 ft) higher than the listener's ears.
• Point these speakers directly across the listening area, but not at
the listener's ears.
Subwoofer
• You can place it wherever you like since bass sound is non-
directional. Normally place it in front of you.
Subwoofer
*When only one speaker is connected for
the surround back speaker.
Note:
Ideal speaker layout requires that all speakers be placed at the
same distance from the listener. However, since in some places it
may be difficult to fulfil this requirement, this receiver can adjust the
delay time so that the sounds through all the speakers reach the
listener with the same timing. (See page 35.)
Enhance your audio system
You can use this receiver as the pre-amplifier (control amplifier)
when you connect power amplifiers to the PREOUT jacks on the
rear panel, using 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.
I
Left front speaker Right front speaker
Power amplifier
It
Power amplifier
tCenter speaker
Power amplifier
Left surround Power amplifier
speaker
Surround back speakers*
Right surround
speaker
* When using only one surround back speaker, connect the speaker
as follows."
Power amplifier
Surround back speaker
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When conuectiug individual componeuts, refer also to tire manuals
supplied with them.
•Analog connections
It"your audio componeuts have digital audio output temfinal,
connecting them using the digital cords explained in "Digital
connections" (see page 14).
Audio component connections
Use the cables with RCA pin plugs (not supplied).
• Connect the white plug to file audio left jack, and the red plug to
the audio right jack.
If your audio components have aCOMPULINK jack
See also page 51 for detailed information about the connection
and the COMPULINK remote control system.
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.
CD player I
CD player
Turntable ]
output
CDrecorder ]
LA
CD recorder
Right /Left
9ut
L_
Right /Left
Turntable _,
: If a ground cable is
i
:, provided for your turntable
:connect the cable to the
...... *'_ screw marked (G) on the
To audio output rear panel.
Note:
This connection is for the turntable with an MM (moving-magnet) type
cartridge.
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.
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I Cassette deck I
You can conuect either a cassette deck or an MD recorder to the
TAPE/MD jacks. When connecting an MD recorder, see below.
Cassette deck
To audio input
(PLAY)
Right /Left
f
OUT
To audio output
MD recorder ]
You can connect either an MD recorder or a cassette deck to the
TAPE/MD jacks. When cormecting a cassette deck, see above.
Video component connections
Use tire 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) arrd/or
component video (Y. PB, PR) terminals, connect them using an S-
video cable (not supplied) or component video cable (not
supplied). By using these jacks, you can get better picture quality
in the order:
[ Component video > S-video > Composite video ]
• If your video components have digital audio output terminal,
connect them using the digital cords explained in "Digital
cormections" (see page 14).
If your video conrpenents have an AV COMPULINK jack
See also page 53 for detailed irrt_rmation about the cormection
arrd tire AV COMPULINK remote control system.
IMPORTANT:
This receiver is equipped with the following video jacks--composite
video, S-video and component video jacks.You can use any of the
three to connect a video component.
However, the video signals from one type of these input jacks are
transmitted only through the video output jacks of the same
type.
Therefore, if a recording video component and a playing video
component are connected to the receiver through the video jacks of
different type, you cannot record the picture. In addition, if the TV and
a playing video component are connected to the receiver through the
video jacks of different type, you cannot view the playback picture on
the TV.
MD recorder
To audio input _ To audio output
Right /Left
f-
OUT
TAPE
IN
(PLAY)
Note:
When connecting an MD recorder to the TAPE/MD jacks, change the
source name to "MD," which will appear on the display when it is
selected as the source. See page 24 for details.
Video camera ]
The VIDEO irrput jacks on tire front panel (inside tire front door) are
convenient when connecting arrd disconnecting tire component
frequently.
,... To audio output
To composite video
output
_ _ t ;ToS-videooutput
: : To optical digital output
_ITAL S-VIDEO VIDEO L--AUDIO--R
VIDEO Video camera
Note:
When using the digital input terminal, select the digital input mode
correctly. For details, see "Selecting the Analog or Digital Input Mode"
on page 22.
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[VCR(s) ]
You can conuect two VCRs_me to tile VCR l jacks arrd tile other
to the VCR 2 jacks.
• If your VCR has an AV COMPU LINK jack, connect it to the
VCR 1jacks so that you call use the AV COMPU LINK remote
control system. [] To audio input
[] To audio output
[] To S-video output
[] To composite video output
[] To S-video input
[] To composite video input
[] To component video output
[] VCR
Right /Left
®
®®
Note:
When connecting a VCR to component video input jacks, make the
component video input setting (VIDEO IN VCR!) correctly. See page
38 for details.
TVand/orDBStuner ]
TV
Right /Left
I
When connecting
the TV to the
AUDIO jacks (TV
SOUND/DBS IN),
DO NOT connect
the TV's video
output to these
video input jacks.
[] To audio output
[] To component video input
[] To S-video input
[] To composite video input
Right /Left
[] To audio output
[] To component video output
[] To S-video output
[] To composite video output
Notes:
•When connecting a DBS tuner to the TV SOUND/DBS IN jacks,
change the soume name to "DBS," which will appear on the display
when it is selected as the source. Otherwise, you cannot view any
picture from DBS tuner. See page 24 for details.
• When connecting a DBS tuner to component video input jacks,
make the component video input setting (VIDEO IN DBS) correctly.
See page 38 for details.
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IDVDplayer I
To enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS multi-channel software (including
Dual Mono software), conuect the DVD player through the digital or
analog discrete (DVD MULTI) terminals.
• When you connect a DVD player with stereo output jacks:
@"'i"
DVO
SURR
DVD player
[] To component video output
[] To S-video output
[] To composite video output
[] To left/right front channel audio output (or to audio-
mixed output if necessary)
Note:
When connecting a DVD player to the component video input jacks,
make the component video input setting (WDEO IN DVD) correctly.
See page 38 for details.
• When you connect a DVD player with its analog discrete
output (5.l-channel reproduction) jacks:
This connection is the best connection method for enjoying DVD
Audio sounds.
• When a DVD Audio disc is played back, the original high-
quality sounds can be reproduced only using this connection.
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[] To component video output
[] To subwoofer output
[] To center channel audio output
[] To S-video output
[] To composite video output
[] To left/right front channel audio output
[] To left/right surround channel audio output
Note:
When connecting a DVD player to the component video input jacks,
make the component video input setting (WDEO IN DVD) correctly.
See page 38 for details.
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•Digital connections
Tiffs receiver is equipped with four DIGITAL IN terminals on tile
rear pauel--one digital coaxial terminal and three digital optical
terminals--and one DIGITAL OUT (optical) terminal on the mar
panel. Another digital optical input terminal is located oil the from
panel (see page 11).
IMPORTANT:
• When connecting video components using the digital terminals, you
also need to connect it to the video jacks on the rear panel•
Otherwise, you cannot view any 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 "Setting the digital input terminals" on pages 37.
- Select the digital input mode correctly• For details, see "Selecting
the Analog or Digital input Mode" on page 22.
I Digitalinputterminals I
You can connect any digital components having coaxial or optical
digital output terminal.
Digital coaxial cable (not supplied)
between digital coaxial terminals
Digital optical cable (not supplied)
between digital optical terminals
has a digital
coaxial output terminal, connect it to
the DIGITAL 1 (DVD) terminal, using a
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 a
digital optical cable (not supplied).
Before connecting a digital
optical cable, unplug the
protective plug.
DIGITAL1(DVD)
DIGITAL2(CD)
[]
DIGITAL3(TV)
:)IGITAL4(CDR)
Notes:
•When shipped from the factory, the DIGITAL IN terminals have
been set for use with the following components:
-DIGITAL ! (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 a CD player, a CD recorder, and/or an
MD recorder using the COMPULINK remote control system (see
page 5!), connect the target components with both digital and
analog connections (see pages 10 and ! !).
•When you want to operate a DVD player, a VCR, and/or a TV using
the AV COMPULINK remote control system (see page 53), connect
the target components with both digital and analog connections
(see pages !2 and !3).
IDigitaloutputterminal I
You can connect any digital components whicll have an optical
digital input terminal.
Digital optical cable (not supplied)
between digital optical terminals
When the digital recording +_
equipment such as a CD recorder _
has a digital optical Input terminal,
connecting it to the DIGITAL OUT _ ..........._i*_'_'
• IFC_ DOLBYDIGITAl
terminal enables you to perform i/DTS
digital-to-digital recording. L DIGITALOUT
Note:
The digital signal format transmitted through the DIGITAL OUT
terminal is the same as that of the input signal• This means that when
the DTS signals are input, the D TS signals are transmitted•
Tile combination of tile RF rod antenna and the IR signal transmitter
allows you to use the multi-room function more conveniently.
Tile remote control supplied with this receiver call transmit both RF
and IR signal at the same time. This receiver catches the RF signals
emitted from the remote control, and converts them into IR signals,
then transmits the converted signals to tile remote sensors on the
other components through the IR signal transmitter.
This means that you can control not only this receiver but also other
components from Zone 2.
Setting up the RF rod antenna
The remote control supplied with this receiver call transmit RF
(Radio Frequency) signals as well as IR (infrared) signals. The RF
rod antenna call receive the RF signals emitted from the remote
control. So, with the RF rod antmma connected, you call operate the
receiver at a distance of up to 15 m (50 feet) using RF signals sent
from this receiver (more than twice as far as when using IR signals).
Moreover, RF signals call go through walls and other objects ill the
house so you need not aim at the receiver directly.
However, if the antenna cannot receive signals stably, you cannot
operate the receiver correctly.
• Without the RF rod antenna connected, you call operate the
receiver with the remote control, aiming the remote control
directly at tile remote sensor on the receiver.
1. Insert the RF rod antenna onto the RF REMOTE
ANTENNA terminal.
2. Rotate the fixing nut to attach the RF rod
antenna firmly.
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Notes:
•The signal-reachable distance may differ depending on the
operating conditions and circumstances• To improve transmitting
conditions, change the distance to the receiver and the direction to
transmit while operating the remote control•
• To avoid a failure in the reception from the remote control, keep the
connecting cables and the IR signal transmitter's cable away from
the RF rod antenna•
Setting up the IR signal transmitter
The IR signal transmitter can retransmit the IR signals. The
transmitter allows you to use file AV COMPULINK remote control
system, and to operate other manutk_cturers' components without
aiming tire remote control directly at the remote sensors on tire target
components. In addition, the IR signal transmitter reduces tire
possibility of malfunction.
• The IR signal transmitter may not operate the target components
depending on the operating conditions and circumstances--
including the aiming angle and direction of the IR signal
transmitter at the remote sensors of the target components. If this
occurs, changing its aiming angle and direction at the remote
sensors may solve the problem.
1. Find aplace where yon can attach the IR signal
transmitter.
•Place the transmitter where the signal can reach the remote
sensor of the target components in a direct line of sight.
• If the cord length of the IR signal transmitter is not long
enough, use an extension cord (not supplied).
2. Attach the donble-sided adhesive tape (snpplied)
to the IR signal transmitter.
IR Signal Transmitter
_,,_ .... or
/
Double-sided
Adhesive Tape
3. Connect the plug of the transmitter to the IR OUT
terminal of the receiver and attach the transmitter.
Target component(s)
At an angle of
approx. 60°
Signal-emitting angle of the transmitter
IHorizontally: 60 ° I[Vertically: 60 °
30 _
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.
Note:
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•
CAUTIONS:
•Do not touch the power cord with wet hands.
•Do not pull on the power cord to unplug the cord. When unplugging
the cord, always grasp the plug so as not to damage the cord.
Betbre using the remote control, insert the two supplied batteries
first.
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R6(SUM3) /
/AA(15 F _t._y
3
1. On the back of the remote control, remove the
battery cover.
2. Insert the batteries.
• Make sure to match the polarity: (+) to (+) and (-) to (-).
3. Replace the cover.
If the remote control cannot transmit signals or operate the receiver
correctly, replace the batteries. Use two R6(SUM3)/AA(15F) type
(alkaline) dry-cell batteries.
Notes:
• When you aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on
the receiver, you can operate the receiver at a distance of up to 7 m
(23 foot).
• After replacing the batteries, set the manufacturers' codes again
(see pages from 59 to 62).
CAUTIONS:
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.
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I Multi-room Operations
Before operating this receiver any further, be familiar with this multi-room function.
This function enables you to listen to different sources in two different places (we call these two places "Zone 1 (main
room)" and "Zone 2 (sub-room)" by using this receiver.
This section explains only the required speaker connections, the concept, and basic operations of the multi-room
function. For more detailed operations, see the respective pages in this manual.
_1[_ [i'_'ll't_t_] P-I
Connect front speakers by using one of the methods described below (either Connection [] or Connection [_).
Zone 2 layout
Connection []
Left front speaker
Conuect the input jacks of another amplifier to the
ZONE 2 PREOUT jacks oil the rear panel, using a
cable with RCA pin plugs (not supplied).
l,
Power amplifier
Right front speaker
Connection []
Merit:
This connection DOES allow you to always use tile
Surround/DSP mode using the center, surround, and surround
back speakers (see pages 42 to 49) for the Zone 1 source.
Demerit:
This connection DOES require Lmother amplifier.
To use the Zone 2 front speakers connected through the
ZONE 2 PREOUT jacks
Turn on and operate the other amplifier connected to tile ZONE 2
PREOUT jacks correctly.
Note:
Usage of long audio cables/long speaker signal cables will
deteriorate the signals and degrade the sound qualiOz
RIGHT LEFT HIGHT LEFT
FRONT1ANB FRONT2:1gO - 32 £)
Merit:
This connection DOES NOT require another amplifier.
Demerits:
•When the Zone 2 speakers are activated, this connection
DOES NOT allow you to use the Surround/DSP modes using
the center, surround, and surround back speakers (see pages
42 to 49) and the DVD MULTI playback mode (see page 50)
for the Zone 1 source.
•When the Surround/DSP modes using the center, surround,
and surround back speakers, or when the DVD MULTI
playback mode is activated for the Zone 1 source, this
connection DOES NOT allow' you to use the Zone 2 speakers.
To use the Zone 2 front speakers connected to the FRONTS/
ZONE2 SPEAKERS terminals
See "Setting the Zone 2/Speakers 2 Usage" on page 38, and
"Activating the Zone 2 Front Speakers" on page 29.
Note:
Usage of long speaker signal cables will deteriorate the signals and
degrade the sound qualiOz
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On the front panel:
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I.......... I I..........
1. Press O/I STANDBY/ON.
The STANDBY lamp goes oft'. and the ZONE 1 indicator lights
up oil the display.
Tile buttons and controls on the unit work for Zone 1 operations.
•For more details, see "Turning tile Power On and Off
(Standby)" on page 19.
The last Zone 1 source appears. 1.
The ZONE 1 indicator lights up.
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............. : ) )
The last Surreund/DSP mode The volume
appears, level appears.
2. Press one of the source selection buttons to select
a source and start playback.
Tile sound comes out of the Zone 1 speakers.
• For more details, see "Selecting the Zone 1 Source to Play" oil
page 20.
3. If no sound comes out of the front speakers, press
SPEAKERS ON/OFF 1and/or SPEAKERS ON/
OFF 2/ZONE2 which you want to use.
Tile selected from speaker indicator(s) light(s) up on the display.
• For more details, see "Activating the Zone 1 Front Speakers"
on page 21.
4. TUrn MASTER VOLUME to adjust the volume
level of the sound through the Zone 1speakers.
• For more details, see "Adjusting the Zone 1 Volume" on page
21.
On He remo_ cen_ol:
1_2
_3
.
.
Set ZONE I/ZONE 2 selector to ZONE 1.
Now the buttons oil tile remote control work for Zone 1
operations.
Press AUDIO POWER ON.
The STANDBY lamp goes off oil tile front panel, and the
ZONE 1 indicator lights up oil the unit's display.
• For more details, see "Turning the Power On and Off
(Standby)" oil page 19.
Press one of the source selection buttons to select
a source and starts playback.
The sound comes out of tile Zone 1 from speakers.
• For more details, see "Selecting the Zone 1 Source to Play" oil
page 20.
• If no sound comes out of the front speakers, press SPEAKERS
ON/OFF 1 and/or SPEAKERS ON/OFF 2/ZONE2 oil the front
panel.
The selected front speaker indicator(s) light(s) up on the unit's
display. For more details, see "Activating the Zone 1From
Speakers" on page 21.
Press VOLUME +/- to adjust the volume level
through the Zone 1speakers.
Cr• For more details, see "Adjustin_ tile Zone 1 Volume" on page
21.
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l:_[m_j __l_l'_ F"-':
The sources and functions available for Zone 2 operations
are limited.
For more details oil Zone 2 operations, see "Zone 2 (Sub-room)
Operations" oil pages 26 to 29.
On the front panel:
L_
1. Press _/) STANDBY/ON.
The STANDBY lamp goes off. and the ZONE I indicator lights
up oil the display.
The buttons and controls on the unit work for Zone I operations.
2. Press ZONE 2 ON/OFF to activate ZONE 2.
Tire ZONE 2 indicator lights up.
• For more details, see "Turning the Power On and Off (Standby)
and Selecting the Zone 2 Operations" oil page 26.
3. Press ZONE 2 CONTROL so that "ZONE2" and
the previously selected Zone 2 source name
appear on the display.
Now the buttons and controls on tire unit work for Zone 2
operations.
"ZONE2" appears.
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m:=,:,=:i "ii,,.,.m:.,
r'.: i i r":
The last Zone 2 source appears.
i_-i I
The Zone 2 volume
level appears.
4. Press one of the source selection buttons (except
DVD MULTI) to select a source and start
playback.
Tire sound comes out of the Zone 2 front speakers.
• For more details, see "Selecting the Zone 2 Source to Play" on
page 28.
• If no sound comes out of the Zone 2 front speakers, see
"Activating the Zone 2 Front Speakers" oil page 29.
Note:
When "TV'has been assigned as the source to the
TV SOUND/DBS button, it does not work. Tochange the source
name, see "Changing the Source Name" on page 24.
5. Turn MASTER VOLUME to adjust the volume
level of the sound through the Zone 2 front
speakers.
• For more details, see "Adjusting the Zone 2 Volmne" oil page
28.
On the remote centre#
When operating the receiver using the remote control, the unit's
display always shows the Zone 1 source information though you
are operating it for the Zone 2 source.
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.
.
.
.
Set ZONE I/ZONE 2 selector to ZONE 2.
Now the buttons oil tire remote control work for Zone 2
operations.
Press AUDIO POWER ON.
The STANDBY lamp on the from panel goes off, and the
ZONE 2 indicator lights up oil the unit's display.
Press one of the source selection buttons (except
DVD MULTI) to select and play a source.
The sound comes out of ttle Zone 2 from speakers.
• For more details, see "Selecting the Zone 2 Source to Play" oil
page 28.
•If no sound comes out of the Zone 2 front speakers, see
"Activating the Zone 2 From Speakers" on page 29.
Note:
When "TV" has been assigned as the source to the TV/DBS
button, it does not work. Tochange the source name, see
"Changing the Source Name" on page 24.
Press VOLUME +/- to adjust the vohmme level of
the sound through the Zone 2 front speakers.
•For more details, see "Adjusting tire Zone 2 Volume" on page
28.
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