Jbl AV2 User Manual

JBL® PERFORMANCE™ SERIES

AV2 AUDIO/VIDEO

PROCESSOR

USER GUIDE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments and accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when a power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus; or the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been dropped.

15. The MAINS cord is intended to be the safety disconnect device for this apparatus and shall remain readily operable at all times.

16. Ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains and so on.

17. No naked-flame sources, such as candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

18. Terminals marked with this symbol may be considered HAZARDOUS LIVE, and the external wiring connected to these terminals requires installation by an INSTRUCTED PERSON or the use of ready-made leads or cords.

19. This product must be terminated with a three-conductor AC mains power cord that includes an earth ground connection. To prevent shock hazard, all three connections must ALWAYS be used.

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 radiates 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 eqiupment 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 the receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ television technician for help.

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 interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

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 encloser 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 product.

Harman Consumer Group, Inc. 8500 Balboa Boulevard Northridge, CA 91329 250 Crossways Park Drive Woodbury, NY 11797 USA 516-255-4JBL (4525) (USA Only) www.jbl.com

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JBL and Logic 7 are registered trademarks, and JBL Performance and JBL BassQ are trademarks, of Harman International Industries, Incorporated.

Dolby and Pro Logic are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

DCDi by Faroudja is a registered trademark of Genesis Microchip, Inc.

DTS, DTS-ES, and DTS Neo:6 are registered trademarks, and DTS 96/24 is a trademark, of DTS, Inc.

HDMI is a trademark or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

HDCP and High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection are trademarks of Intel LLC.

iPod and iTunes are registered trademarks, and Shuffle is a trademark, of Apple, Inc.

SACD is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

Microsoft, Windows, Windows Media and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

RealPlayer is a registered trademark of RealNetworks, Inc.

TiVo is a registered trademark of TiVo Inc.

Winamp is a registered trademark of Nullsoft.

XM is a registered trademark of XM Satellite Radio.

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DOCUMENTATION CONVENTIONS

This document contains general safety, installation and operation instructions for the AV2 audio/video processor. It is important to read this user guide before attempting to use the product. Pay particular attention to safety instructions.

This manual is not intended as a general reference guide for home theater systems. If you’re uncertain how to proceed in setting up or maintaining your system, seek the advice of a professional installer or ask your dealer for their recommendations.

All graphics of the product are included for reference only and may not completely reflect the physical product that is shipped.

The following symbols are used in the document:

Appears on the component to indicate the presence of uninsulated, dangerous voltage inside the enclosu sufficient to constitute a risk of shock.

Appears on the component to indicate important operating and maintenance instructions in the accompanying literature.

re – voltage that may be

WARNING

CAUTION!

Note:

Calls attention to a procedure, practice, condition or the like that, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in injury or death.

Calls attention to a procedure, practice, condition or the like that, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in damage or destruction to part or all of the product.

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Table of Contents

Documentation Conventions........................................................ ii

Getting Started

About the AV2........................................................................... 1-2

Product Registration .................................................................1-2

Highlights ................................................................................ 1-2

What’s in the Box......................................................................1-3

Available Options .....................................................................1-3

Docking Station for iPods Option .......................................... 1-3

RF Receiver Option ................................................................ 1-3

Installation Considerations.........................................................1-4

Remote Control Battery Installation ..........................................1-4

Basic Operation

Front Panel Overview ............................................................... 2-2

Rear Panel Overview ................................................................. 2-5

PC and Dock Overview .............................................................2-8

Remote Control Overview ......................................................... 2-8

Operation Considerations ...................................................... 2-8

AV2 Menu Overview ............................................................. 2-9

Menu Navigation .................................................................. 2-9

Remote Control Buttons ...................................................... 2-10

Menu Options ..................................................................... 2-11

Menu Item Selection ........................................................... 2-11

Remote Control Light Button .............................................. 2-11

Command Matrix ............................................................... 2-11

Setup

Setup .......................................................................................3-2

Display Setup ............................................................................3-3

Speaker/EQ Setup ....................................................................3-5

Manual .................................................................................. 3-6

Semi Autocal.......................................................................... 3-6

Full Autocal ........................................................................... 3-6

Manual Speaker Setup...............................................................3-9

Speakers Menu ................................................................... 3-10

Speaker Distances Menu ..................................................... 3-11

Output Levels Menu ............................................................ 3-12

Input Setup ............................................................................ 3-14

Advanced Video .................................................................. 3-20

Listening Modes......................................................................3-23

Selecting a Listening Mode ................................................. 3-23

DTS and Dolby Listening Modes ......................................... 3-23

Available Listening Modes ................................................... 3-24

Listening Mode Descriptions ............................................... 3-27

5.1-channel and 7.1-channel Direct Inputs .......................... 3-29

DTS and Dolby Status Displays ............................................ 3-29

Surround Configuration .......................................................... 3-30

Dolby Configuration ............................................................... 3-32

Mute Levels............................................................................. 3-33

Power On Settings .................................................................. 3-33

JBL Bassq Settings....................................................................3-34

Audio Controls and Video Status

Audio Controls ......................................................................... 4-2

Video Status .............................................................................. 4-4

PC and Dock Controls

PC and Dock Overview ............................................................. 5-2

PC Controls............................................................................... 5-2

Setting Up to Play ................................................................. 5-2

Playing PC Media .................................................................. 5-3

Dock Functionality ...................................................................5-4

Connecting the Dock to the AV2 ........................................... 5-4

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Selecting the Correct iPod Insert ............................................5-4

Docking the iPod ...................................................................5-5

Dock two-line Display Characteristics ....................................5-5

Controlling the iPod with the AV2 .........................................5-6

Charging the iPod .................................................................5-6

Removing the iPod ................................................................ 5-6

Zone 2 iPod Controls ............................................................. 5-7

Troubleshooting and Maintenance

Troubleshooting .......................................................................6-2

AV2 Error Messages ...................................................................6-7

Video Error Messages ............................................................. 6-7

Autocal Error Messages ..........................................................6-8

Video Resolutions Table ..........................................................6-10

Routine Maintenance ..............................................................6-12

Restoring Factory Default Settings ...........................................6-12

Appendix

Specifications ............................................................................A-2

Appendix

Main Menu: Audio Controls ......................................................B-2

Main Menu: Video Status ..........................................................B-2

Main Menu: Setup.....................................................................B-3

Setup Menu: Display Setup ...................................................B-4

Setup Menu: Surround Config ............................................... B-4

Setup Menu: Speaker/EQ Setup

Setup Menu: Input Setup ......................................................B-6

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Advanced Customizing Tools ................................................C-6

Erasing Commands .............................................................C-12

Restoring Factory Default Settings .......................................C-13

Optional RF Receiver............................................................... C-14

Using the three-Digit Code Library ......................................... C-14

three-Digit preprogrammed Codes ......................................C-15

Appendix

Installation Worksheet ............................................................ D-2

three-Digit preprogrammed Codes Worksheet ......................... D-6

Appendix

Remote Control Programming ................................................. C-2

Remote Control Light Button .................................................C-2

Transmitting Icon ..................................................................C-2

Setting Up the Remote Control .............................................C-3

Lock Feature ..........................................................................C-6

Getting Started

About the AV2............................................................................ 1-2

Product Registration................................................................... 1-2

Highlights .................................................................................. 1-2

What’s in the Box....................................................................... 1-3

Available Options ....................................................................... 1-3

Docking Station for iPods Option .............................................................. 1-3

RF Receiver Option.................................................................................... 1-3

Installation Considerations.......................................................... 1-4

Remote Control Battery Installation ............................................ 1-4

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ABOUT THE AV2

Thank you for purchasing the AV2 audio/video processor, a multifaceted audio and video preamplifier with built-in processing. In addition, the AV2 can accommodate a pair of HDMI™ source devices and can connect directly to a PC via USB, enabling the control and playback of streaming audio files. With the optional Dock accessory, iPod through the AV2.

The AV2 is designed to serve as the control center for your home theater system. A landmark product for the JBL Series, the AV2 offers capabilities never before offered, as well as breaking ground with several brand new features. The AV2 represents a new age in audio- and video-processing equipment.

We hope you enjoy your JBL Performance Series experience!

owners can even connect and play their iPod

Performance™

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

Please register your AV2 processor online at www.jbl.com within 15 days of purchase. Retain the sales receipt as proof of warranty coverage.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Twelve configurable inputs, eight channels, two audio zones

• Logic 7 audio processing

• Automatic EQ and speaker calibration (microphone included)

• HDMI inputs and output

• Faroudja

• RS-232 control, rear panel IR input, two trigger outputs

• 7.1-channel analog input array

• Universal preprogrammed and learning remote control

• PC-compatible media player support via USB connector

• Support for iPods (with optional accessory)

• RF remote control (with optional accessory)

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WHAT’S IN THE BOX

The following items are included with the AV2 processor:

• One user guide (this document)

• One remote control

• Four AAA batteries (for use with remote control)

• One microphone

• One microphone rod

• One North American power cord

• Two export power cords

AVAILABLE OPTIONS

The following accessories are available for purchase as options to the AV2 Processor:

• Docking Station for iPods allows an iPod to be connected and controlled by the AV2 Processor.

• RF Receiver allows the remote control to operate via RF (Radio Frequency), giving the remote a broader operating range.

• Controls your iPod through your AV2 processor

• Simple track selection with on-screen navigation

• Charges iPod

RF RECEIVER OPTION

The optional RF receiver utilizes the RF feature of the AV2 remote control, allowing you to control components that are completely out of sight, up to 100-feet away. Since the RF receiver picks up the AV2’s remote control radio frequency signal, the remote control no longer needs to be pointed directly at the components to control them. Now you can close your entertainment center doors, hide your components and still control them with ease.

The RF receiver accessory requires no setup to the AV2 remote control in order for the feature to work – you need only place the RF receiver in the rack or cabinet, or attach an emitter to the AV2 front panel over the IR receiver. Every time a command is sent from the remote control, it sends both a standard IR and an RF signal. The RF receiver automatically receives the remote’s radio signals and translates them into the infrared commands that control the components.

DOCKING STATION FOR iPODS OPTION

The optional Docking station iPods allows you to enter a new world of listening enjoyment made possible by combining the increased storage capacity and playback ability of iPods (not included) with the sonic power of your AV2 processor. Just one simple connection and you’re ready to go!

• Single connection to your AV2 processor

• Plays audio from your iPod through your AV2 processor

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INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS

The AV2 requires special care during installation to ensure optimal performance. Pay particular attention to the instructions below and to other precautions that appear throughout this user guide.

DO install the AV2 on a solid, flat, level surface such as a table or

shelf.

DO select a dry, well-ventilated location out of direct sunlight.

DO NOT expose the AV2 to high temperatures, humidity, steam,

smoke, dampness or excessive dust. Avoid installing the AV2 near radiators or stacking the AV2 over other heat-producing equipment such as a power amplifier.

DO NOT place the AV2 on a thick rug or carpet, or cover the RV-5

with a cloth, as this might prevent proper cooling.

DO NOT place the AV2 on a windowsill or any location exposed to

direct sunlight.

DO NOT obstruct the front panel IR receiver window. The remote

control must be in line of sight with the IR receiver for proper operation (unless using the optional RF-1 receiver).

REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION

The remote control requires four AAA batteries. The batteries should be replaced as needed. Alkaline batteries, which last longer without leaking, are recommended. When battery power is low, the remote control enters a low-voltage condition, preventing it from operating the AV2. When this occurs, replace the batteries. Normal operation will resume when new batteries are installed.

Note: The remote control will not lose any custom settings if the batteries run out. All custom settings are stored in nonvolatile FLASH memory.

To replace the remote control batteries:

1. Locate the battery compartment on the back of the remote control. Press the tab and lift the cover away from the remote control.

2. Remove old batteries, if applicable.

3. Observing the proper polarity, insert four AAA batteries.

4. Align the cover over the battery compartment and gently press down until it snaps back into place.

5. Properly dispose of the old batteries.

DO NOT install the AV2 on a surface that is unstable or unable to

support all four feet.

CAUTION!

Before moving the AV2, power the unit off using the rear panel power switch and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

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Basic Operation

Front Panel Overview ................................................................. 2-2

Rear Panel Overview................................................................... 2-5

PC and Dock Overview............................................................... 2-8

Remote Control Overview .......................................................... 2-8

Operation Considerations.......................................................................... 2-8

AV2 Menu Overview ................................................................................. 2-9

Menu Navigation ...................................................................................... 2-9

Remote Control Buttons.......................................................................... 2-10

Menu Options.........................................................................................2-11

Menu Item Selection ............................................................................... 2-11

Remote Control Light Button ..................................................................2-11

Command Matrix ................................................................................... 2-11

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FRONT PANEL OVERVIEW

The AV2 is shown below. The numbers in the front panel illustration correspond with the numbered items in the text.

10 9

1. Front Panel Display

2. IR Receiver

1 2

6. Zone 2 Input Selection Buttons

7. Zone 2 Off Button

3. Volume Knob

4. Mode Buttons

5. Main Zone Input Selection Buttons

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8. Main Zone Off Button

9. Mute Button

10. On/Standby Button

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1. FRONT PANEL DISPLAY

Use the front panel two-line display to view the current input source, input type, listening mode, and volume level. The 2 x 20 character display also functions as a display for messages and menus, one line at a time.

2. IR RECEIVER

The IR receiver receives infrared commands from the AV2 remote control. Blocking the IR receiver will prevent the remote control from functioning properly (unless using the optional RF-1 receiver).

3. VOLUME KNOB

Use the volume knob to adjust the volume level. The adjustable volume range is -80 dB to +10 dB in 1 dB increments.

Note: The maximum volume level may be lower than +10 dB due to the output level settings of the speakers. Refer to Section 3: Setup for more information on setting the speaker output levels.

To adjust the Main Zone volume level:

Rotate the volume knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the volume level in 1dB increments. The current volume level is indicated on the bottom right side of the two-line front panel display.

2. While holding down the Zone 2 input button, rotate the volume

knob clockwise to increase the volume or counterclockwise to decrease the volume. On the front panel two-line display, the bottom left side displays that Zone 2 is selected and the bottom right side indicates the current volume level.

Note: If you attempt to set the volume higher than the maximum or lower than the minimum volume levels, the displayed volume level flashes.

4. MODE BUTTONS

Use the Mode buttons to scroll to the previous () or next () available listening mode. Scrolling the Mode button reveals the entire list of listening modes available for the currently selected input and mode family. For more information on selecting listening modes, refer to Section 3: Setup.

5. MAIN ZONE INPUT SELECTION BUTTONS

Individually select each of the 12 inputs available in the Main Zone. When an input is selected, a blue LED lights in the corresponding input selection button. When the Main Zone is deactivated, pressing a Main Zone input selection button activates the corresponding input in the Main Zone.

When the AV2 is in Standby, pressing a Main Zone input selection button powers on the AV2, selects the input in the Main Zone, and turns off Zone 2.

To adjust the Zone 2 volume level:

1. Press and hold the front panel Zone 2 input selection button that corresponds with the current input source. For instance, if DVD is the current Zone 2 input source, press and hold the DVD input selection button in the Zone 2 area of the front panel.

6. ZONE 2 INPUT SELECTION BUTTONS

Individually select each of the 12 inputs available in Zone 2. When an input is selected, an amber LED lights on the corresponding input selection button. When Zone 2 is deactivated, pressing a Zone 2 input selection button activates the corresponding input in Zone 2.

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When the AV2 is in Standby, pressing a Zone 2 input selection button powers on the AV2, selects the input in Zone 2, and turns off the Main Zone.

7. ZONE 2 OFF BUTTON

Deactivates Zone 2. When Zone 2 is off, the Zone 2 OFF button on the front panel lights red.

8. MAIN ZONE OFF BUTTON

Deactivates the Main Zone. When the Main Zone is off, the Main Zone OFF button on the front panel lights red.

Note: Activating the Main Zone OFF button on the front panel turns off the audio; however, the video continues to be output through both the analog and HDMI video outs. If using the HDMI Video In connection, only the HDMI video is output. If the analog Video In is used, then both analog and HDMI video is output. Main Zone OSD (On-Screen Display) menus are also still available.

9. MUTE BUTTON

The LED in the MUTE button lights red when the Main Zone mute is active, green when the Zone 2 mute is active, and amber when both Zones are muted. The volume can also be muted by using the MUTE button on the remote control, which functions in the same manner. However, the remote only mutes Zone 2 if the touch screen is in the “Zone 2” menu layer.

10. ON/STANDBY BUTTON

Toggles the AV2 between On and Standby. The rear panel Power switch must be set to the ON position for the Standby button to be active. When the AV2 is in the Standby mode, pressing the Standby button turns the unit on and changes the light in the Standby button from red to blue. Power is still supplied to the AV2 when

Standby mode is activated.

When the rear panel Power switch is set to the ON position or AC power is applied or restored, the AV2 automatically enters Standby mode.

Note: When taken out of Standby, the AV2 activates the Zone inputs that were active in the previous operating session.

Mutes the Main Zone and Zone 2 volumes. Press the MUTE button to mute the Main Zone volume level; “MUTE ON” appears in the two-line and OSD displays. Press the MUTE button again to restore the volume to its original level. If a front panel Zone 2 input button is held down, then pressing the MUTE button on the front panel will mute the Zone 2 output.

On the remote control, pressing the volume button once while the volume is muted turns off mute. Pressing and holding the Volume button, while the sound is muted, resets to the original pre-mute volume level and then increases or decreases the volume from that point, turning off mute.

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REAR PANEL OVERVIEW

The AV2 rear panel is shown below. The numbers in the rear panel illustrations correspond with the numbered items in the text.

1 2

8-CHANNEL DIRECT IN

FRONT-L CTRSIDE-L REAR-L

FRONT-R LFESIDE-R REAR-R

ANALOG AUDIO INPUTS

321 456

MIC IN

1. 8-Channel Analog Audio Input Connector Array

2. Digital Audio Input Connectors

3. USB Connector

4. IR Input Connector

5. S-Video/Composite Input Connectors

6. S-Video/Composite Ouput Connectors

S/PDIF AUDIO INPUTS

1234

ZONE 2 OUT

18 15

S-VIDEO

USB

IR IN

DOCK

VIDEO

ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUTS

FRONT-L

SIDE-R SUB 1 REAR-R SUB 2

FRONT-R

COMPOSITE & S-VIDEO

INPUTS

123 1 2 34

REAR-LSIDE-L CTR

LR 46800

OUT

USC

7. Component Video Input Connectors

8. Component Video Output Connector

9. HDMI Input Connectors

10. HDMI Output Connector

11. Power Switch

12. AC Input Connector

13. Trigger Output Connectors

COMPONENT VIDEO

INPUTS

RS-232

TRIGGERS

OUT 1 OUT 2

OUT

SERIAL

HDMI

INPUTS

OUT

AC INPUT

100-240V~

50-60 Hz

50W

POWER

OFF

14. RS-232 Connector

15. Preamplifier Outputs

16. Dock Connector

17. Zone 2 Audio Output Connectors

18. Stereo Analog Audio Input Connectors

19. Microphone Input Connector

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CAUTION!

Never make or break connections to the AV2 unless the AV2 and all associated components are powered off.

1. 8-CHANNEL ANALOG AUDIO INPUT CONNECTOR ARRAY

Provides 8-channel analog audio input via eight RCA connectors labeled Front L/R, Center, LFE, Side L/R and Rear L/R. These inputs are used to connect source devices such as high-resolution DVD players, DVD-Audio, or SACD™ players with discrete analog audio outputs. Depending on the source device in use, all eight connectors may be used, although only the Front L/R, Center, Side L/R and LFE are required for 5.1 analog audio signals.

2. DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT CONNECTORS

Provide digital audio input via four S/PDIF optical (TOSLINK) and four

S/PDIF coaxial (RCA) input connectors. Connectors are compatible with most PCM, Dolby

Digital, and DTS® sources.

3. USB CONNECTOR

connection) or mono plug (Tip/Sleeve connection).

5. S-VIDEO/COMPOSITE INPUT CONNECTORS

Provide the S-video and composite analog video inputs. Four composite video connectors labeled 1 to 4 and four S-video connectors labeled 1 to 4 are available.

6. S-VIDEO/COMPOSITE OUTPUT CONNECTORS

Provide the S-video and composite video outputs. One composite video connector and one S-video connector are available.

7. COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT CONNECTORS

Provide inputs that can be used with any source device that is equipped with analog Y/Pr/Pb or RGB component video outputs. Three inputs, labeled Component Video 1 to 3, are supplied.

8. COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT CONNECTOR

Provides one component output that can be used with any device that is equipped with analog Y/Pr/Pb or RGB component video intputs.

Provides a USB port to connect to a PC computer, enabling the user to listen to audio from the computer through the AV2 processor. The USB connector port is a “mini B” connector and requires a USB cable (not included). See Section 5: PC and Dock Controls for more information on the playback of computer audio.

4. IR INPUT CONNECTOR

Accepts input of IR signals from infrared distribution equipment via one 3.5mm jack that accepts a stereo plug (Tip/Ring/Sleeve

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9. HDMI INPUT CONNECTORS

Provide two HDMI inputs for devices such as a DVD player or HDTV tuner.

10. HDMI OUTPUT CONNECTOR

Provides one HDMI output for HDMI-equipped video monitors.

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11. POWER SWITCH

Use the Power switch to connect or disconnect power from the AC

Input connector to the AV2 processor. When the AV2 is powered on, the front panel Standby button or remote control ON and OFF buttons can be used to activate and deactivate Standby mode. When the AV2 is powered off via the rear panel switch, the Standby and On modes are not available.

12. AC INPUT CONNECTOR

Provides power to the AV2 through the supplied power cord.

13. TRIGGER OUTPUT CONNECTORS

Provide a 12V DC output to control connected components. Two trigger output connectors are available as 3.5mm mono mini phone jacks. The OUT 1 connector is the power trigger and is not configurable; it is activated when the AV2 is powered on or taken out of Standby mode, and deactivated when the AV2 is powered off, either from the rear panel or by putting the AV2 into Standby mode. The OUT 2 connector can be configured independently for each input; refer to Section 3: Setup for more information on how to configure the OUT 2 trigger.

Note: The OUT 2 trigger is referred to as “TRIGGER 2” in the Input Setup menu.

15. PREAMPLIFIER OUTPUTS

Provide output for external power amplifiers for applications that require them.

16. DOCK CONNECTOR

Provides an interface for iPod, which can then be accessed through the AV2 rear panel. To use this feature, the Dock option must be installed to the Dock connector. With a compatible iPod connected to the AV2, selecting the Dock input allows you to play audio files from the iPod. You can view and navigate through the iPod menus using the AV2 remote control. For more information on the Dock option and how to use your AV2 with iPod, refer to Section 5: PC and Dock Controls.

17. ZONE 2 AUDIO OUTPUT CONNECTORS

Provide preamplifier audio outputs for Zone 2.

18. STEREO ANALOG AUDIO INPUT CONNECTORS

Provide stereo analog audio input. Six stereo analog audio input RCA connectors labeled 1 to 6 are available.

19. MICROPHONE INPUT CONNECTOR

14. RS-232 CONNECTOR

The RS-232 serial connector provides serial remote control through a

standard RS-232 connection. Refer to the JBL Web site (www.jbl.com) for more details on controlling the AV2 processor via the RS-232 connection.

Provides a microphone input for system calibration. The microphone input is only for use with the supplied microphone during the system calibration process. See Section 3: Setup for more information regarding system calibration and setup.

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PC AND DOCK OVERVIEW

The PC and Dock inputs are the only “hard-wired” inputs in the AV2 processor. Unlike the other inputs, both have very specific audio-only functionality.

The PC input is tied to the USB input on the rear panel and is for use with media player software on a connected PC computer. The Dock input is for use with the optional docking accessory for iPod and is tied to the Dock input on the rear panel. This input is only for use with iPod players.

While both of these inputs have devoted remote control menu controls, there are NO front panel controls for use with the PC and Dock inputs.

For more information about the PC and Dock operation, refer to Section 5: PC and Dock Controls.

REMOTE CONTROL OVERVIEW

The AV2 processor remote control provides full operation of the AV2, including commands, such as menu navigation, that are not available from the front panel. It is also designed to provide control for the entire home theater system. This section provides a brief overview of the remote control functions used to control the AV2 processor. For detailed universal remote control operation, programming instructions and manufacturing codes, refer to Appendix C.

OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS

The following factors can improve or impede remote control operation.

Note the following before operating the AV2 remote control:

• The remote control must be in line-of-sight with the front panel IR receiver (unless using the optional RF-1 receiver). Eliminate obstructions between the remote control and the IR receiver. The remote control may become unreliable if strong sunlight or fluorescent light shines on the AV2 IR receiver.

• For optimal performance, position the remote control within a 30-degree angle no more than 40 to 60 feet (12.2m to 18.3m) from the AV2. Placing the AV2 inside a smoked-glass cabinet will reduce the remote control range.

• Remote controls for different components can interfere with one another. Avoid using remote controls for different components at the same time.

• Remote control batteries should be replaced as needed.

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• To control the AV2, the touchscreen of the remote control must be in the “JBL” or “ZONE 2” menu layers. The Volume +/– and Mute controls, however, are always active, regardless of the active menu layer. The remote control ships from the factory set to the “MAIN” menu layer.

JBL® Performance™ Series AV2 Audio/Video Processor Basic Operation

AV2 MENU OVERVIEW

When the remote control touchscreen is in the “JBL” or “ZONE 2” menu layers, pressing MENU or SELECT on the AV2 remote control accesses the menu controls for the AV2 processor. The MAIN MENU is the root directory of the AV2 menu structure and has three branches: AUDIO CONTROLS, VIDEO STATUS and SETUP.

The AUDIO CONTROLS menu controls the audio-specific parameters, such as treble and bass, as well as providing an audio status menu. For more information, refer to Section 4: Audio Controls and Video Status.

The VIDEO STATUS menu is an information-only menu identifying the current video status of the AV2 Processor. For more information, refer to Section 4: Audio Controls and Video Status.

The SETUP menu controls all aspects of setting up the AV2 processor. Refer to Section 3: Setup for more information.

The AV2 menu structure can be viewed on the OSD (On-Screen Display), which is a 480i or 480p video output signal to your monitor, or on the front panel two-line display, which displays the menus one line at a time using the remote control navigation controls. The front panel two-line display can also be viewed on the OSD, in 480i resolution only.

Note: When the AV2 menu structure is entered, most front panel buttons and the remote control buttons are disabled until the menu structure is exited. The exceptions are the Volume Knob and Standby button on the front panel and the remote control Volume, Mute, and Off buttons. Note also that the disabled condition of the remote control only affects the “JBL” and “ZONE 2” menu layers.

MAIN MENU AUDIO CONTROLS

VIDEO STATUS SETUP

MENU NAVIGATION

Use the remote control arrow buttons to navigate the AV2 menu structure, shown in detail in Appendix B. The Command Matrix table located later in this chapter indicates the navigation commands that the remote control buttons perform when the AV2 command bank is activated by selecting the “JBL” or “ZONE 2” options on the remote control touchscreen.

Arrow





 

SELECT

EXIT

Navigation Functions

(for “JBL” and “ZONE 2” menu layers)

When a menu is open, press the remote control  arrow to select the highlighted menu parameter. The menu parameter will blink to indicate that it is selected.

When a menu is open, press the  arrow to close the current menu and, in most cases, open the previous menu. Subsequent presses continue to close the current menu and open the previous menu until the MAIN MENU is closed.

When a menu is open, press the  and  arrow buttons to scroll upward and downward through the complete list of menu parameters. The highlighted menu item appears in the front panel display. All menu items appear in the OSD. The cursor automatically wraps to the next menu parameter when the first or last menu item is passed.

When a menu parameter is selected and blinking, press the  and  arrow buttons to scroll through the available parameter options.

Press the Select button to open the menu structure, open a menu branch, or select a menu parameter.

Press the Menu button to open the menu structure.

When the menu is open, press the Exit button to leave the menu. Unlike the  arrow button, which closes a menu layer, the Exit button completely closes the menu structure.

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REMOTE CONTROL BUTTONS

1. Touchscreen (Component andFunction buttons)

2. MAIN remote control touchscreen menu

3. OFF

4. VOLUME (+/–)

5. MUTE

6. MENU

7. SELECT and Navigation (left, right, up and down)

8. Number Keypad and ENT (Enter)

9. LIGHT (backlight for the remote control)

10. ON

11. CHANNEL (+/–)

12. PREV CH (Previous Channel)

13. GUIDE and INFO

14. EXIT

15. Transport functions (PLAY , STOP , RW , PAUSE ) for source components

|| and FF

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Note: These are the names and functions for the universal remote control. For the AV2 specific remote control functions, refer to the Command Matrix on the following page.

Note: The number call-outs on the figure above

correlate with the numbers listed to the right.

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MENU OPTIONS

Selecting a menu option can open another menu within the menu structure. For example, selecting SETUP from the MAIN MENU opens the SETUP menu.

MAIN MENU AUDIO CONTROLS

VIDEO STATUS

SETUP

SETUP DISPLAY SETUP SPEAKER/EQ SETUP INPUT SETUP SURROUND CONFIG DOLBY CONFIG MUTE LEVELS POWER ON SETTINGS

MENU ITEM SELECTION

Use the remote control arrows to navigate the menu structure.

To select a menu item in an open menu:

1. Press the Menu or Select buttons to enter the Menu structure.

2. Navigate to the desired menu.

3. Press the remote control  and  arrows to highlight the desired menu item.

4. When the desired menu item is highlighted, press the  arrow or Select button to select the highlighted item. If an option is selected, another menu opens. When an adjustable parameter is selected, the current selection will blink to indicate that it is selected. Use the  and  arrows to scroll through the available options for the selected parameter. When the desired parameter option is highlighted, press the arrow on the remote control to select the option.

REMOTE CONTROL LIGHT BUTTON

The remote control is fully backlit, making it very useful in low-light conditions. Press the Light button on the right side of the remote to backlight all of the buttons and the LCD touchscreen. To turn off the backlight, press the Light button again. Or, ten seconds after the last button is pressed, the backlight automatically shuts off.

COMMAND MATRIX

The Command Matrix table, starting on the next page, lists the commands that each remote control button performs in each menu setting.

Note: A brief description of each function is given in the table, but refer to the Tab l e of Cont e n ts for additional information on each function. For additional information on using and programming the remote control, refer to Appendix C.

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Note: The number call-outs on the figure above correlate with the numbers in the adjoining table.

MAIN JBL PAGE 1 JBL PAGE 2 JBL PAGE 3 JBL PAGE 4

*The Menu Name is not a functional command. It is simply a label identifying which menu or sub-menu the touchscreen currently displays.

Menu Name – MAIN*

JBL Enters the JBL AV2 menu layer

ZONE2 Enters the JBL AV2 Zone 2 menu layer

TUNER (Does not affect the AV2)

TV (Does not affect the AV2)

HD (Does not affect the AV2)

DVD (Enters the Lexicon® RT-10/RT-20 menu)

GAME (Does not affect the AV2)

FAV (Does not affect the AV2)

MENU PAGE - <ACTIVE PAGE> OF <TOTAL PAGES> Tou ch  or  to scrolll between the menu pages

Menu Name -– JBL Menu Name – JBL Menu Name -– JBL

(iPod controls)

L7 Selects the Logic 7 listening mode family

STER Selects the Stereo listening mode family

DOLBY Selects the Dolby listening mode family

DTS Selects the DTS listening mode family

DSP Selects the DSP listening mode family

AUDIN Selects either Digital or Analog Audio

TONE Tog g l es the To ne Control parameter between On and Off

ZOOM (unused)

EQ Toggles the Auto EQ parameter between On and Off.

PRE1 Sets the AV2 to the Autocal Preset 1 saved values

PRE2 Sets the AV2 to the Autocal Preset 2 saved values

PRE3 Sets the AV2 to the Autocal Preset 3 saved values

TREBLowers the Treble parameter

TREB+ Raises the Treble parameter

BASSLowers the Bass parameter

BASS+ Raises the Bass parameter

IPOD – iPod 

IPOD+ iPod 

CLIK iPod wheel click, counterclockwise

CLIK iPod wheel click, clockwise

MENU iPod MENU button

SEL iPod SELECT button

II iPod Play/Pause button

Menu Name – JBL (PC controls)

PC – PC 

PC+ PC 

PCII PC Play/Pause

(unused)

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MAIN*

MAIN* Returns to the Main layer of the remote control

OFF Puts the AV2 processor into Standby

ON Turns on the AV2 processor from Standby

MUTE Mutes the Main Zone volume Mutes the Zone 2

PREV CH (unused)

VOL  or VOL  Main Zone

VOL  or VOL 

CH  or CH  Main Zone

MODE  or MODE 

GUIDE Steps through the VIDEO STATUS menu

JBL

PAGES 1–4

ZONE 2

PAGES 1–3

volume

Zone 2 VOL  or VOL 

(unused)

Note: The number call-outs on the figure above correlate with the numbers in the adjoining table.

*The MAIN menu level does NOT control the AV2. The remote control touchscreen heading must read “JBL” or “ZONE 2” in order to control the AV2 processor.

INFO Steps through the AUDIO STATUS menu

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MAIN*

MENU Enters OSD menu

EXIT Exits OSD menu



REWIND

SELECT Enters OSD menu;



Arrows



FAST FORWARD



STOP

PAU SE

(unused)

while in OSD menu, selects menu items

Used for OSD menu navigation; if not in the OSD menu structure, no function.

(unused)

Main Zone OFF Zone 2 OFF

Changes front panel display illumination (unused)

JBL

PAGES 1–4

ZONE 2

PAGES 1–3

Note: The number call-outs on the figure above correlate with the numbers in the adjoining table.

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*The MAIN menu level does NOT control the AV2. The remote control touchscreen heading must read “JBL” or “ZONE 2” in order to control the AV2 processor.

 PLAY

(unused)

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Note: The number call-outs on the figure above correlate with the numbers in the adjoining table.

MAIN*

*The MAIN menu level does NOT control the AV2. The remote control touchscreen heading must read “JBL” or “ZONE 2” in order to control the AV2 processor.

1Main Zone

HD input

2Main Zone

DVD input

3Main Zone

Game input

4Main Zone

Sat input

5Main Zone

Cable input

6Main Zone

DVR input

7Main Zone

CD input

8Main Zone

Dock input

9Main Zone

PC input

+10 Main Zone

Tun e r input

0Main Zone

Aux 1 input

ENT Enter

Main Zone Aux 2 input

JBL

PAGES 1–4

ZONE 2

PAGES 1–3

Zone 2 HD input

Zone 2 DVD input

Zone 2 Game input

Zone 2 Sat input

Zone 2 Cable input

Zone 2 DVR input

Zone 2 CD input

Zone 2 Dock input

Zone 2 PC input

Zone 2 Tun e r input

Zone 2 Aux 1 input

Zone 2 Aux 2 input

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Setup

Setup ........................................................................................ 3-2

Display Setup ............................................................................. 3-3

Speaker/EQ Setup ...................................................................... 3-5

Manual ..................................................................................................... 3-6

Semi Autocal............................................................................................. 3-6

Full Autocal ............................................................................................... 3-7

Manual Speaker Setup................................................................ 3-9

Speakers Menu........................................................................................ 3-10

Speaker Distances Menu ......................................................................... 3-11

Output Levels Menu................................................................................3-12

Input Setup .............................................................................. 3-14

Advanced Video ...................................................................................... 3-20

Listening Modes....................................................................... 3-23

Selecting a Listening Mode .....................................................................3-23

DTS and Dolby Listening Modes ............................................................. 3-23

Available Listening Modes .......................................................................3-24

Listening Mode Descriptions ................................................................... 3-27

5.1-channel and 7.1-channel Direct Inputs.............................................. 3-29

DTS and Dolby Status Displays................................................................3-29

Surround Configuration ........................................................... 3-30

Dolby Configuration................................................................. 3-32

Mute Levels.............................................................................. 3-33

Power On Settings ................................................................... 3-33

JBL BassQ Settings .................................................................... 3-34

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SETUP

Selecting SETUP from the MAIN MENU opens the SETUP

MAIN MENU AUDIO CONTROLS

VIDEO STATUS

SETUP

menu.

DISPLAY SETUP

SETUP DISPLAY SETUP

Opens the DISPLAY SETUP menu, which is used to customize the OSD and front panel display, as well as other display-related parameters. See the “Display Setup” section on the following page.

SPEAKER/EQ SETUP

SPEAKER/EQ SETUPSETUP

Opens the SPEAKER/EQ SETUP menu, which is used to configure the Main Zone and Zone 2 audio output connectors for the desired speaker setup, set speaker crossovers, and calibrate distances and output levels. See the “Speaker/EQ Setup” section found later in this chapter for more information.

INPUT SETUP

INPUT SETUPSETUP

Opens the INPUT SETUP menu, which is used to change input names, assign audio and video input connectors, select preferred listening modes, and configure Main Zone and Zone 2 settings. See the “Input Setup” section found later in this chapter.

SETUP DISPLAY SETUP SPEAKER/EQ SETUP INPUT SETUP SURROUND CONFIG DOLBY CONFIG

MUTE LEVELS

POWER ON SETTINGS BASSQ*: NO *CHECK MANUAL FIRST

SURROUND CONFIGURATION

SURROUND CONFIGSETUP

Opens the SURROUND CONFIG menu, which is used to customize the listening modes that are available for the currently selected input. See the “Surround Configuration” section found later in this chapter.

DOLBY CONFIGURATION

DOLBY CONFIGSETUP

Opens the DOLBY CONFIG menu, which is used to customize the Dolby listening modes to your personal preferences. See the“Dolby Configuration” section found later in this chapter.

MUTE LEVELS

MUTE LEVELSSETUP

Opens the MUTE LEVELS menu, which is used to set the mute-level controls. See the “Mute Levels” section found later in this chapter.

POWER ON SETTINGS

SETUP

Opens the POWER ON SETTINGS menu, which is used to configure the Power On volume level and the Dock Auto Power feature. See the “Power On Settings” section found later in this chapter.

Note: When a source is active, changing some audio or video parameters may cause the Main Zone audio to briefly mute the incoming source. If Zone 2 is set to DOWN MIX, the Zone 2 audio will also briefly mute.

POWER ON SETTINGS

JBL BASSQ™/*CHECK MANUAL FIRST

BASSQSETUP

Optimizes the outputs of the AV2 audio/video processor for use with the JBL BassQ™ automatic room mode correction processor. See the “JBL BassQ Settings” section found later in this chapter.

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DISPLAY SETUP

Selecting the SETUP menu, DISPLAY SETUP option opens the DISPLAY SETUP menu, which is used to customize the OSD and front panel display and set up other display-related features.

MAIN MENU AUDIO CONTROLS

VIDEO CONTROLS

SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

SPEAKER/EQ SETUP INPUT SETUP SURROUND CONFIG DOLBY CONFIG

MUTE LEVELS

POWER ON SETTINGS BASSQ*: NO *CHECK MANUAL FIRST

CONNECTION ANALOG, HDMI/DVI

SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

Selects the CONNECTION parameter, which identifies the active video output connectors on the AV2 rear panel. The following list of conditions identify the behavior of this parameter:

• If ANALOG is selected, only the analog video connectors are available and will output the video signal.

• If HDMI/DVI is selected, both the analog and HDMI video connectors are available and will output the video signal.

• If the video input is set to HDMI and the CONNECTION parameter is set to ANALOG, then no video is output.

• If the HDMI video input is copy-protected (HDCP), no video is output on the analog output connectors. This is a requirement of HDCP and not a limitation of the AV2 processor.

CONNECTION

DISPLAY SETUP

CONNECTION: HDMI/DVI HDMI AUDIO OUT: NO ON-SCREEN DISPLAY FRONT PANEL DISPLAY

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY two-line OSD: 3s

MENU TIME OUT: 30s

FRONT PANEL DISPLAY

BRIGHTNESS: FULL TIME OUT: NONE

HDMI AUDIO OUT YES, NO

DISPLAY SETUPSETUP

Selects the HDMI AUDIO OUT parameter, which identifies if audio is sent on the HDMI output. If the HDMI AUDIO OUT parameter is set to YES, then a two-channel DOWN MIX of the source audio is sent over the HDMI connection at the maximum bit rate of the display’s audio system. This audio stream is in addition to the normal audio outputs. If the parameter is set to NO, this audio is not sent.

HDMI AUDIO OUT

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TWO-LINE OSD OFF, 3, 4, 5, 6 SECONDS

DISPLAY SETUPSETUP

Selects the two-line OSD parameter from the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. The two-line OSD parameter identifies the length of time that the two-line OSD is displayed and can be set to display from three to six seconds in one-second increments. If OFF is selected, then the two-line OSD is not displayed.

Note: If OFF is selected, the menu screens are still displayed. This parameter only affects the two-line OSD display, which is identical to the front panel two-line display.

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY two-line OSD

MENU TIME OUT NONE, 30, 40, 50, 60 SECONDS

DISPLAY SETUPSETUP

Selects the MENU TIME OUT parameter from the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. This parameter identifies the length of time before the OSD menu times out and can be set from 30 to 60 seconds in 10-second increments. If NONE is selected, then the OSD will not turn off automatically.

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY MENU TIME OUT

CAUTION!

The NONE selection should only be used with caution. If the system includes a plasma display, or other display types sensitive to image burn-in, and the OSD Menu Time Out parameter is set to NONE, the OSD menu image can be burned into the monitor display.

BRIGHTNESS FULL, HALF, OFF

SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

Selects the BRIGHTNESS parameter from the Front Panel Display menu, which selects the brightness of the two-line front panel display. The parameter can be set to FULL, HALF or OFF. If set to OFF, then the front panel display is off.

On the remote control, this parameter is controlled by the button while in the touchscreen “JBL” menu layer.

Note: When the AV2 is powered off or put into Standby mode, any changes to the BRIGHTNESS parameter are not saved. So when the AV2 is powered on or taken out of Standby mode again, the BRIGHTNESS parameter will be set to FULL.

FRONT PANEL DISPLAY

BRIGHTNESS

|| (Pause)

TIME OUT NONE, 1 TO 10 SECONDS

SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

Selects the TIME OUT parameter from the Front Panel Display menu. This parameter identifies the length of time before the front panel two-line display times out. The parameter can be set from 1 to 10 seconds in one-second increments. If NONE is selected, then the two-line front panel display is always on when the AV2 is on.

FRONT PANEL DISPLAY TIME OUT

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