JBL AVR580 User Manual

OWNER’S GUIDE

AVR580

HIGH-PERFORMANCE AUDIO/VIDEO MULTICHANNEL PROCESSOR/AMPLIFIER

AVR580 AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER

Typographical Conventions

In order to help you use this manual with the remote control, front-panel controls and rear-panel connections, certain conventions have been used.

EXAMPLE – (bold type) indicates a specific remote control or front-panel button or indicator, or rear-panel connection jack

EXAMPLE – (OCR type) indicates a message that is visible on the front-panel information display

1 – (number in a square) indicates a specific front-panel control a – (number in an oval) indicates a button or indicator on the remote control

¡ – (number in a circle) indicates a rear-panel connection

A – (letter in a square) indicates an indicator in the front-panel information display

– (letter in an oval) indicates a button on the Zone II remote

Declaration of Conformity

We, Harman Consumer International

2, route de Tours 72500 Château-du-Loir France

declare in own responsibility that the product described in this owner’s manual is in compliance with technical standards:

EN 55013:2001

EN 55020:2002

EN 61000-3-2:2000

EN 61000-3-3:1995+A1:2001

EN 60065:2002

Gary Mardell

Harman Consumer International

Château-du-Loir, France 4/04

4 Introduction 5 Important Safety Information 5 Unpacking 6 Front-Panel Controls 8 Front-Panel Information Display

9 Rear-Panel Connections 12 Main Remote Control Functions 16 Zone II Remote Control Functions 17 Installation and Connections 20 System Configuration 20 Speaker Placement 20 System Setup 22 Input Setup 22 Surround Setup 24 Speaker Setup 26 Delay Settings 27 Output Level Adjustment 27 Using EzSet 28 Manual Output Level Adjustment 30 Operation 30 Basic Operation 30 Source Selection 30 6-Channel/8-Channel Direct Input 30 Volume Control 31 Surround Mode Selection 31 Digital Audio Playback 34 Surround Mode Chart 35 Tuner Operation 35 Tape Recording 36 Output Level Trim Adjustment 37 Advanced Features 37 Surround Amplifier Channel Assignment 37 Display Brightness 37 Turn-On Volume Level 38 Semi-OSD Settings 38 Full-OSD Time-Out Adjustment 39 Multiroom Operation 39 Multiroom Setup 39 Multiroom Operation 41 Programming the Remote 41 Programming the Product Codes 41 Direct Code Entry 41 Auto Search Method 41 Code Readout 42 Learning Codes 42 Macro Programming 43 Programmed Device Functions 44 Volume Punch-Through 44 Channel Control Punch-Through 44 Transport Control Punch-Through 45 Reassigning Device Control

Selectors

45 Resetting the Remote Memory 46 Function List 48 Setup Code Tables 68 Troubleshooting Guide 68 Processor Reset 69 Technical Specifications

See trademark acknowledgements on page 69.

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 the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) 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/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 power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15. Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.

16. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

17. If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antennadischarge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure A.

18. An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal.

19. Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

20. Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

21. Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

22. When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

23. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

24. The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

read first!

Important Safety Precautions!

Figure A. Example of Antenna Grounding as per National ElectricalCode ANSI/NFPA 70

HCGUL1492/6500 02/2003

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock,

do not use this (polarized) plug with

an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet

unless the blades can be fully inserted to

prevent blade exposure.

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.

Antenna Lead-In Wire

Ground Clamp

Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC Section 810-20)

Grounding Conductors (NEC Section 810-21)

Electric Service Equipment

Ground Clamps

Power Service Grounding Electrode System (NEC Art. 250, Part H)

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing JBL®! With the purchase of a JBL

AVR580, you are about to begin many years of listening enjoyment. Designed to provide all the excitement and detail of movie soundtracks and

every nuance of musical selec-

tions, the AVR580

is truly a multichannel

receiver for the new millennium. The AVR580 has been engineered so that

it is easy to take advantage of all the power of its digital technology. However, to obtain the maximum enjoyment from your new receiver, we urge you to read this manual. A few minutes spent learning the functions of the various controls will enable you to take advantage of all the power the AVR580 is able to deliver.

If you have any questions about this product, its installation or its operation, please contact your retailer or custom installer. They are your best local sources of information.

Description and Features

The AVR580 is among the most versatile and multifeatured A/V receivers available, incorporating a wide range of listening options. In addition to Dolby

Digital and DTS®decoding for digital sources, a broad choice of Matrix surround-encoded or Stereo surround modes are available for use with sources such as CD, VCR, TV broadcasts and the AVR580’s own FM/AM tuner. Along with Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic

* II,

DTS Neo:6

, Dolby 3 Stereo, and Hall and Theater modes, the AVR580 offers Harman

International’s exclusive Logic 7

processing in both 5.1 and 7.1 versions to create a wider, more enveloping

field environment and more defined fly-overs and pans. Another exclusive is VMAx

, which uses proprietary processing to create an open, spacious sound field even when only two front speakers are available. Finally, the AVR580 offers decoding of MP3 data, so that you may listen to the latest music selections directly from compatible computers or playback devices with the power and fidelity you expect from JBL.

In addition to providing a wide range of listening options, the AVR580 is easy to configure so that it provides the best results with your speakers and specific listening-room environment. On-screen menus make it simple to enter settings for speaker configurations and bass management, and the EzSet remote measures a system’s sound levels and automatically

calibrates them for perfectly balanced sound field presentation.

For the ultimate in flexibility, the AVR580 features connections for five video devices, all with both composite and SVideo inputs. Two additional audio inputs are available, and six digital inputs make the AVR580 capable of handling all the latest digital audio sources. For compatibility with the latest HDTV video sources and progressive scan DVD players, the AVR580 also features two-input, widebandwidth, low-crosstalk component video switching.

The front panel offers coaxial and optical digital inputs for direct connection to digital recorders. Two video recording outputs, preamp-out and a color-coded eightchannel input, with complete digital bass management, make the AVR580 virtually future-proof, with everything needed to accommodate tomorrow’s new formats right onboard.

The AVR580’s flexibility and power extend beyond your main home theater or listening room. The AVR580 includes a sophisticated multizone control system that allows you to select one source for use in the main room and a different source for audio and video distribution to a second zone. Complete volume control in the second zone is possible with a separate infrared control link. To make it easy to operate the AVR580 from a remote zone, a separate “Zone II” remote is included. Additionally, the AVR580 includes the option to assign two of its output channels to the multiroom system.

The AVR580’s powerful amplifier uses traditional JBL high-current design technologies to meet the wide dynamic range of any program selection.

With

state-of-the-art circuitry and timehonored circuit designs, the AVR580 is the perfect combina

tion of the latest in digital

audio technology, a

quiet yet powerful

analog amplifier in an

elegant, easy-to-

use package.

■ A wide range of digital and matrix

surround

modes, including Dolby

Digital, Dolby Digital EX

, Dolby

Pro Logic

II, DTS®, DTS-ES

Discrete and Matrix, and DTS Neo:6

■ Seven channels of high-current

amplification with two channels assignable to either surround back or multiroom applications

■

Logic 7®processing

, available with both 7.1 and 5.1 configurations in a variety of modes, and two modes of VMAx

■ MP3 decoding for use with com-

puters and digital audio players

■

™

remote automatically

sets

output levels for optimum

performance

■ High-bandwidth, HDTV-compatible

component video switching

■ Front-panel analog A/V inputs

■ Multiple digital inputs and outputs

■ Discrete front-panel coaxial and

optical digital inputs for easy connection to portable digital devices and the latest video game consoles

■ Extensive bass management

options, including three separate crossover groupings

■ On-screen menu and display

system

■ Extensive multiroom options,

including a standard Zone II remote and assignable amplifier channels for listening to a separate source in a remote zone

SAFETY INFORMATION

Important Safety Information

Verify Line Voltage Before Use

Your AVR580 has been designed for use with 220–240-volt AC current. Connection to a line voltage other than that for which it is intended can create a safety and fire hazard and may damage the unit.

Depending on the electrical requirements in your area or the wiring in your home, the power cords included with your AVR may not be the correct ones, and you may need to contact your local JBL distributor to obtain the correct power cord.

If you have any questions about the voltage requirements for your specific model, or about the line voltage in your area, contact your selling dealer before plugging the unit into a wall outlet.

Do Not Use Extension Cords

To avoid safety hazards, use only the power cord attached to your unit. We do not recommend that extension cords be used with this product. As with all electrical devices, do not run power cords under rugs or carpets or place heavy objects on them. Damaged power cords should be replaced immediately by an authorized service center with a cord meeting factory specifications.

Handle the AC Power Cord Gently

When disconnecting the power cord from an AC outlet, always pull the plug; never pull the cord. If you do not intend to use the unit for any considerable length of time, disconnect the plug from the AC outlet.

Do Not Open the Cabinet

There are no user-serviceable components inside this product. Opening the cabinet may present a shock hazard, and any modification to the product will void your guarantee. If water or any metal object such as a paper clip, wire or a staple accidentally falls inside the unit, disconnect it from the AC power source immediately, and consult an authorized service center.

Installation Location

■ To ensure proper operation and to

avoid the potential for safety hazards, place the unit on a firm and level surface. When placing the unit on a shelf, be certain that the shelf and any mounting hardware can support the weight of the product.

■ Make certain that proper space is pro-

vided both above and below the unit for ventilation. If this product will be installed in a cabinet or other enclosed area, make certain that there is sufficient air movement within the cabinet. Under some circumstances a fan may be required.

■ Do not place the unit directly on a

carpeted surface.

■ Avoid installation in extremely hot or

cold locations, or in an area that is exposed to direct sunlight or heating equipment.

■ Avoid moist or humid locations.

■ Do not obstruct the ventilation slots

on the top of the unit, or place objects directly over them.

■ Due to the weight of the AVR580 and

the heat generated by the amplifiers, there is the remote possibility that the rubber padding on the bottom of the unit’s feet may leave marks on certain wood or veneer materials. Use caution when placing the unit on soft woods or other materials that may be damaged by heat or heavy objects.

Cleaning

When the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a clean, soft, dry cloth. If necessary, wipe it with a soft cloth dampened with mild soapy water, then a fresh cloth with clean water. Wipe dry immediately with a dry cloth. NEVER use benzene, aerosol cleaners, thinner, alcohol or any other volatile cleaning agent. Do not use abrasive cleaners, as they may damage the finish of metal parts. Avoid spraying insecticide near the unit.

Moving the Unit

Before moving the unit, be certain to disconnect any interconnection cords with other components, and make certain that you disconnect the unit from the AC outlet.

Unpacking

The carton and shipping materials used to protect your new receiver during shipment were specially designed to cushion it from shock and vibration. We suggest that you save the carton and packing materials for use in shipping if you move, or should the unit ever need repair.

To minimize the size of the carton in storage, you may wish to flatten it. This is done by carefully slitting the tape seams on the bottom and collapsing the carton. Other cardboard inserts may be stored in the same manner. Packing materials that cannot be collapsed should be saved along with the carton in a plastic bag.

If you do not wish to save the packaging materials, please note that the carton and other sections of the shipping protection are recyclable. Please respect the environment and discard those materials at a local recycling center.

At this time you should remove the protective plastic film from the front-panel lens. Leaving the film in place will affect the performance of your remote control.

1 Main Power Switch: Press this button to apply power to the AVR580. When the switch is pressed in, the unit is placed in a Standby mode, as indicated by the red Power Indicator 3 in the center of the

System Power Control

2. This button MUST be pressed in to operate the unit. To turn the unit off and prevent the use of the remote control, this switch should be pressed until it pops out from the front panel so that the word “OFF” may be read at the top of the switch.

NOTE: This switch is normally left in the “ON” position.

2 System Power Control: When the Main Power Switch1is “ON,” press

this button to turn on the AVR580; press it again to turn the unit off. Note that the

Power Indicator3in the center

of the switch will turn orange when the unit is on.

3 Power Indicator: This LED will be lit in red when the unit is in the Standby mode to signal that the unit is ready to be turned on. When the unit is in operation, the indicator will turn orange.

4 Headphone Jack: This jack may be used to listen to the AVR580’s output through a pair of headphones. Be certain that the headphones have a standard

6.4mm (

/4") stereo phone plug. The main room speakers will automatically be turned off when the headphone jack is in use.

5 Tone Mode: This button controls the tone control settings, enabling adjustment of the bass and treble boost/cut and balance or the removal of the tone controls from the signal path. The first press of the button displays a

TONE IN message in

the

Main Information Display ˜.

If you wish to set the tone controls to “flat,” without any treble, bass or balance alteration, press the

‹

or ›Selector Buttons )# so that TONE OUT appears in the

Lower Display Line B.

6 Speaker Selector: Press this button

to begin the process of configuring the AVR580 for the type of speakers it is being used with. For information on configuring the speaker settings, see page 24.

7 Surround Mode Group Selector:

Press this button to select the top-level group of surround modes. Each press of the button will select a major mode grouping in the following order:

Once the button is pressed so that the name of the desired surround mode group appears in the on-screen display and in the

Lower Display Line B, press the

Surround Mode Selector 8 to cycle

through the individual modes available. For example, press this button to select Dolby modes, and then press the Surround Mode Selector 8 to choose from the various mode options.

8 Surround Mode Selector: Press this button to select from among the available surround mode options for the major mode group selected. The specific modes will vary based on the number of speakers available, the major mode group and whether the input source is digital or analog. For example, press the

Surround

Mode Group Selector

7 to select a

major mode grouping such as Dolby or

FRONT-PANEL CONTROL

1 Main Power Switch 2 System Power Control 3 Power Indicator 4 Headphone Jack 5 Tone Mode 6 Speaker Selector 7 Surround Mode Group Selector 8 Surround Mode Selector 9 Tuning Selector )‹Button ! Tuner Band Selector

@ Set Button #›Button $ Preset Station Selector % Input Source Selector ^ TunerMode Selector & Optical 3 Digital Input * Coaxial 3 Digital Input ( Video 4 Video Input Jacks Ó Video 4 Audio Input Jacks Ô Bass Control  Balance Control

Ò Treble Control Ú Channel Adjust Selector Û Delay Adjust Selector Ù Digital Input Selector ı Volume Control ˆ Input Indicators ˜ Main Information Display ¯ Remote Sensor Window ˘ Surround Mode Indicators

Dolby Modes _ DTS Digital Modes _ VMAx Modes

DSP Modes _ Stereo Modes _ Logic 7 Modes

Logic 7, and then press this button to see the specific mode choices that are available. For more information on mode selection, see page 31.

9 Tuning Selector: Press the left side of the button to tune lower-frequency stations and the right side of the button to tune higher-frequency stations. When a station with a strong signal is reached, the

TUNED Indicator I will be lit in

the

Main Information Display ˜.

)‹Button: When making system con-

figuration changes using the front-panel controls, press this button to scroll left through the available choices for the option being adjusted.

! Tuner Band Selector: Pressing this button will automatically switch the AVR580 to the Tuner mode. Pressing it again will switch between the AM and FM frequency bands. (See page 35 for more information on the tuner.)

@ Set Button: When making system configuration changes using the frontpanel controls, press this button to enter a setting into the unit’s memory.

# › Button: When making system con- figuration changes using the front-panel controls, press this button to scroll right through the available choices for the option being adjusted.

$ Preset Station Selector: Press this button to scroll up or down through the list of stations that have been entered into the preset memory. (See page 35 for more information on tuner programming.)

% Input Source Selector: Press this button to change the input source.

^ Tuner Mode Selector: Press this but- ton to select Auto or Manual tuning. When the button is pressed so that the

AUTO

Indicator

J lights, the tuner will search for the next station with an acceptable signal when the

Tuning Selector 9u

is pressed. When the button is

pressed so that the

AUTO Indicator J is not lit, each press of the Tuning Selector

9uéwill increase the fre-

quency. (See page 35 for more information on using the tuner.) This button may also be used to switch between Stereo and Mono modes for FM radio reception. When weak reception is encountered, press the button until the

STEREO

Indicator

H goes out to switch to Mono

reception. Press and hold again to switch back to Stereo mode. (See page 35 for more information on using the tuner.)

& Optical 3 Digital Input: Connect the optical digital output of an audio or video product to this jack.

* Coaxial 3 Digital Input: Connect the coaxial digital input of a digital audio product such as a portable audio player or video game to this jack.

( Video 4 Video Input Jacks: These jacks may be used to connect the video play/out jacks of a video game or portable video product such as a camcorder, video game or digital still camera to your system.

Ó Video 4 Audio Input Jacks: These audio/video

jacks may be used for connec-

tion to the audio play/out

jacks of a video game or portable audio/video product such as a camcorder or portable audio player.

Ô Bass Control: Use this control to boost or reduce the low-frequency output of the left/right front channels by as much as ±10dB. Set this control as you find suitable to adjust to your specific taste or room acoustics.

 Balance Control: Use this control to change the relative volume for the front left/right channels.

NOTE: When multichannel surround modes are in use, this control should be at the midpoint, or “12 o’clock,” position for proper operation.

Ò Treble Control: Use this control to boost or reduce the high-frequency output of the left/right front channels by as much as ±10dB. Set this control as you find suitable to adjust to your specific taste or room acoustics.

Ú Channel Adjust Selector: Press the button to begin the process of adjusting the channel level outputs using the source currently playing through your AVR. For complete information on adjusting the channel output level, see page 36.

Û Delay Adjust Selector: Press this button to begin the process of adjusting the delay settings for Dolby surround modes. See page 26 for more information on delay adjustments.

Ù Digital Input Selector: Press this button to begin the process of selecting a digital source for use with the currently selected input. Once the button has been pressed, use the

‹ or › Buttons )#

to choose the desired input and then press the

Set Button @ to enter the

setting into the unit’s memory. See page 31 for more information on digital audio.

ı Volume Control: Turn this knob clockwise to increase the volume, counterclockwise to decrease the volume. If the AVR580 is muted, adjusting the volume will automatically release the unit from the silenced condition.

ˆ Input Indicators: The current input source for the AVR580 will light in orange.

˜ Main Information Display: This display delivers messages and status indications to help you operate the receiver. (See page 8 for a complete explanation of the Information Display.)

¯ Remote Sensor Window: The sen- sor behind this window receives infrared signals from the remote control. Aim the remote at this area and do not block or cover it unless an external remote sensor is installed.

˘ Surround Mode Indicators: The surround mode and digital bitstream in use will light in orange. Note that depending on the specific combination of input sources and surround mode selected, more than one indicator may light. (See page 34 for more information.)

FRONT-PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY

A Upper Display Line B Lower Display Line C OSD Indicator D Multiroom Indicator

E Speaker/Channel Input Indicators F PRESET Indicator G MEMORY Indicator H STEREO Indicator

I TUNED Indicator J AUTO Indicator K 192kHz Indicator L 96kHz Indicator

A Upper Display Line: Depending on

the unit’s status, a variety of messages will appear here. In normal operation, the current audio and video input source information will appear on this line.

B Lower Display Line: Depending on the unit’s status, a variety of messages will appear here. In normal operation, the current surround mode name will appear on this line.

C OSD Indicator: When the OSD sys- tem is in use, this indicator lights to remind you that the other indicators in this display do not function when the OnScreen Display is being used.

D Multiroom Indicator: This indicator lights when the multiroom system is active. It will remain lit when the multiroom system is in use even though the main room system is in the Standby mode and all other indicators are dark. (See page 39 for more information on the Multiroom system.)

E Speaker/Channel Input Indicators:

These indicators are multipurpose, indicating either the speaker type selected for each channel or the incoming data-signal configuration. The left, center, right, side surround and surround back speaker indicators are composed of two boxes, while

the subwoofer is a single box. The center box lights when a “Small” speaker is selected, and the

outer boxes light when “Large” speakers are selected. When none of the boxes are lit for the center, surround or subwoofer channels, no speaker has been selected for one of those positions. (See page 24 for more information on speaker setup.) The letters inside each of the

center boxes display the active input channels. For standard analog inputs, only the L and R will light, indicating a stereo input. When a digital source is playing, the indicators

will light to display the channels being received at the digital input. When the letters flash, the digital input has been interrupted. (See page 32 for more information on the channel indicators.)

F PRESET Indicator: This indicator lights when the tuner is in use to show that the present number for the current station being listened to appears in the Upper Display Line. (See page 35 for more information on tuner presets.)

G MEMORY Indicator: This indicator flashes when entering presets and other information into the tuner’s memory.

H STEREO Indicator: This indicator lights when an FM station is being tuned in stereo.

TUNED Indicator:

This indicator lights when a station is being received with sufficient signal strength to provide acceptable listening quality.

J AUTO Indicator: This indicator lights when the tuner’s Auto mode is in use.

K 192kHz Indicator: This indicator lights when the digital audio input source has a 192kHz bit rate.

L 96kHz Indicator: This indicator lights when the digital audio input source has a 96kHz bit rate.

REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS

¡ AM Antenna: Connect the AM loop antenna supplied with the receiver to these terminals. If an external AM antenna is used, make connections to the

AM and

GND terminals in accordance with the

instructions supplied with the antenna.

™ FM Antenna: Connect the supplied indoor (or an optional external) FM antenna to this terminal.

£ Preamp Outputs: Connect these jacks to an optional, external power amplifier for applications where higher power is desired.

¢ Subwoofer Output: Connect this jack to the line-level input of a powered subwoofer. If an external subwoofer amplifier is used, connect this jack to the subwoofer amplifier input.

∞ Surround Speaker Outputs:

Connect these outputs to the matching + and – terminals on your surround channel speakers. In conformance with the new CEA color-code specification, the blue terminal is the positive, or “+,” terminal that should be connected to the red (+) terminal on the Surround Left speaker with older color-coding, while the gray termi-

nal should be connected to the red (+) terminal on the Surround Right speaker with the older color-coding. Connect the black (–) terminal on the AVR580 to the matching black negative (–) terminals for each surround speaker. (See page 17 for more information on speaker polarity.)

§ Front Speaker Outputs: Connect these outputs to the matching + or – terminals on your left and right speakers. When making speaker connections always make certain to maintain correct polarity by connecting the color-coded (white for front left and red for front right)

¡ AM Antenna ™ FM Antenna £ Preamp Outputs ¢ Subwoofer Output ∞ Surround Speaker Outputs

§ Front Speaker Outputs ¶ Fan Vents

• Center Speaker Outputs ª Surround Back/Multiroom Speaker

Outputs

‚ AC Power Cord Jack ⁄ Region Selector ¤ Video Monitor Outputs ‹ DVD Video Inputs

› Video 1 Video Inputs ﬁ Video 1 Video Outputs ﬂ Video 2 Video Inputs ‡ Video 2 Video Outputs ° Video 3 Video Inputs

· Component Video Monitor Outputs a Component Video 1 Inputs b Component Video 2 Inputs c RS-232 Port d Multiroom IR Input e Remote IR Input f Remote IR Output g Coaxial Digital Audio Output h Multiroom Audio Outputs

i Optical Digital Audio Output j CD Audio Inputs k DVD Audio Inputs

Optical Digital Audio Inputs  Tape Inputs  Tape Outputs  Coaxial Digital Audio Inputs  Video 1 Audio Inputs  Video 1 Audio Outputs  Video 2 Audio Inputs  8-Channel Direct Inputs  Video 2 Audio Outputs  Video 3 Audio Inputs

NOTE: To assist in making the correct connections for multichannel input, output and speaker connections, all connection jacks and terminals are color-coded in conformance with the latest CEA standards as follows:

Front Left: White Front Right: Red Center: Green Surround Left: Blue Surround Right: Gray Surround Back Left: Brown Surround Back Right: Tan

Subwoofer: Purple Digital Audio: Orange Composite Video: Yellow Component Video “Y”: Green Component Video “Pr”: Red Component Video “Pb”: Blue

(+) terminals on the AVR580 to the red (+) terminals on the speakers and the black (–) terminals on the AVR580 to the black (–) terminals on the speakers. See page 17 for more information on speaker polarity.

¶ Fan Vents: These ventilation holes are the output of the AVR580’s airflow system. To ensure proper operation of the unit and to avoid possible damage to delicate surfaces, make certain that these holes are not blocked and that there is at least three inches of open space between the vent holes and any wooden or fabric surface. It is normal for the fan to remain off at most normal volume levels. An automatic termperature sensor turns the fan on only when it is needed.

• Center Speaker Outputs: Connect these outputs to the matching + and – terminals on your center channel speaker. In conformance with the new CEA colorcode specification, the green terminal is the positive, or “+,” terminal that should be connected to the red (+) terminal on speakers with the older color-coding. Connect the black (–) terminal on the AVR to the black (–) terminal on your speaker. (See page 17 for more information on speaker polarity.)

ª Surround Back/Multiroom Speaker Outputs:

These speaker terminals are normally used to power the surround back left/surround back right speakers in a 7.1 channel system. However, they may also be used to power the speakers in a second zone, which

will receive the output selected for a multiroom system.

To change the output fed to these terminals from the default of the Surround Back speakers to the Multiroom Output, you must change a setting in the Advanced Menu of the OSD system. See page 37 for more information on configuring this speaker output. In normal surround system use, the brown and black terminals are the surround back left channel positive (+) and negative (–) connections and the tan and black terminals are the surround back right positive (+) and negative (–) terminals. For multiroom use, connect the brown and black SBL terminals to the red and black connections on the left remote zone speaker and connect the tan and black SBR terminals to the red and black terminals on the right remote zone speaker.

‚ AC Power Cord Jack: Connect the AC power cord to this jack when the installation is complete. To ensure safe operation, use only the power cord supplied with the unit. If a replacement is required it must be of the same type and capacity.

⁄ Region Selector: Select the position corresponding to the country in which the AVR will be used (C, S or K) so that the video standard and the FM tuner’s frequency increments will be correct. See page 35 for more information on setting the

Region Selector ⁄.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Any adjustments

made to the

Region Selector ⁄ will

not take effect unless the unit is first fully turned off by pressing the

Main

Power Switch

1 until it pops out and the word “OFF” appears on the top of the button.

¤ Video Monitor Outputs: Connect these jacks to the composite or S-Video input of a TV monitor or video projector to view the on-screen menus and the output of any standard video source selected by the receiver’s video switcher.

‹ DVD Video Inputs: Connect the com- posite or S-Video outputs of a DVD player or other video source to these jacks.

› Video 1 Video Inputs: Connect the composite or S-Video PLAY/OUT jacks of a VCR or other video source to these jacks.

ﬁ Video 1 Video Outputs: Connect the composite or S-Video REC/IN jacks of a VCR or other video recording device such as a DVD recorder or PVR to these jacks.

ﬂ Video 2 Video Inputs: Connect the composite or S-Video PLAY/OUT jacks of a VCR or other video source to these jacks.

‡ Video 2 Video Outputs: Connect the composite or S-Video REC/IN jacks of a VCR or other video recording device such as a DVD recorder or PVR to these jacks.

° Video 3 Video Inputs: Connect the composite or S-Video PLAY/OUT jacks of a VCR or other video source to these jacks.

· Component Video Monitor Outputs:

Connect these outputs to the component video inputs of a video projector or monitor. When a source connected to one of the

Component Video Inputs

ab is selected, the signal will be sent to these jacks.

a Component Video 1 Inputs: Connect the Y/Pr/Pb component video outputs of a DVD player, HDTV set-top converter, satellite receiver or other video source device with component video outputs to these jacks.

b Component Video 2 Inputs: Connect the Y/Pr/Pb component video outputs of an HDTV set-top converter, satellite receiver or other video source device with component video outputs to these jacks.

c RS-232 Port: This jack is used to enable the AVR580 to be controlled by an external computer or programmable remote system that uses RS-232 commands. Due to the complexity of RS-232 connections, we recommend that they be made by a trained and qualified custom installer. See page 18 for more information on the RS-232 control port.

d Multiroom IR Input: Connect the out- put of an IR sensor in a remote room to this jack to operate the AVR580’s multiroom control system.

e Remote IR Input: If the AVR580’s front-panel IR sensor is blocked due to cabinet doors or other obstructions, an external IR sensor may be used. Connect the output of the sensor to this jack.

f Remote IR Output: This connection permits the IR sensor in the receiver to serve other remote controlled devices. Connect this jack to the “IR IN” jack on JBL (or other compatible) equipment.

g Coaxial Digital Audio Output:

Connect this jack to the coaxial digital input of a CD-R/RW, MiniDisc or other digital recorder.

h Multiroom Audio Outputs: Connect these jacks to the optional external audio power amplifier and video distribution system that delivers the source selected for multizone distribution.

i Optical Digital Audio Output:

Connect this jack to the optical digital input connector on a CD-R/RW, MiniDisc or other digital recorder.

 CD Audio Inputs: Connect these jacks to the analog audio output of a compact disc player or CD changer.

k DVD Audio Inputs: Connect the left/right analog outputs of a DVD player or other audio source to these jacks.

 Optical Digital Audio Inputs:

Connect the optical digital output from a DVD player, HDTV receiver, the S/P-DIF output of a compatible computer sound card playing MP3 files or streams, LD player or CD

player to these jacks. The signal may be a Dolby Digital signal, a DTS signal or a standard PCM digital source.



Tape Inputs: Connect these jacks to

the

PLAY/OUT

jacks of an audio recorder.

 Tape Outputs: Connect these jacks to the

RECORD/INPUT jacks of an audio

recorder.

 Coaxial Digital Audio Inputs:

Connect the coax digital output from a DVD player, HDTV receiver, the S/P-DIF output of a compatible computer

sound card playing MP3 files or streams, LD player or CD player to these jacks. The signal may be a Dolby Digital signal, DTS signal or a standard PCM digital source. Do not connect the RF digital output of an LD player to these jacks.

Video 1 Audio Inputs: Connect the left/right PLAY/OUT audio output jacks on a VCR or other video source to these jacks.

Video 1 Audio Outputs: Connect the left/right REC/IN audio input jacks on a VCR or other video source to these jacks.

Video 2 Audio Inputs: Connect the left/right PLAY/OUT audio output jacks on a VCR or other video source to these jacks.

8-Channel Direct Inputs: These jacks are used for connection to source devices such as DVD-Audio or SACD players with discrete analog outputs. Depending on the source device in use, all eight jacks may be used, though in many cases only connections to the front left/right, center, surround left/right and LFE (subwoofer input) jacks will be used for standard 5.1 audio signals.

Video 2 Audio Outputs: Connect the left/right REC/IN audio input jacks on a VCR or other video source to these jacks.

 Video 3 Audio Inputs: Connect the left/right PLAY/OUT audio output jacks on a VCR, PVR, cable set-top, satellite receiver, HDTV receiver or other video source to these jacks.

MAIN REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

a Power Off Button b IR Transmitter Window c Program/SPL Indicator d Power On Button e Input Selectors f AVR Selector g AM/FM Tuner Select h 6-Channel/8-Channel Direct Input i Test Button j Sleep Button k Surround Mode Selector l Night Mode m Channel Select Button n

⁄/¤

Buttons

o‹Button p Set Button q Digital Select r Numeric Keys s Tuner Mode t Direct Button u Tuning Up/Down v OSD Button w Dolby Mode Selector x DTS Digital Mode Selector y Logic 7 Mode Select Button z Skip Down Button ` Transport Controls



Skip Up Button

 Stereo Mode Select Button  DTS Neo:6 Mode Select  Macro Buttons  Disc Skip Button  Preset Up/Down  Clear Button  Memory Button  Delay/Prev. Ch. ›Button  Speaker Select  Multiroom  Volume Up/Down  SPL Selector 

Learn Button

 Mute  EzSet Sensor Microphone

NOTE: The function names shown here are each button’s feature when used with the AVR580. Most buttons have additional functions when used with other devices. See pages 46–47 for a list of these functions.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The AVR580’s remote may be programmed to control up to eight devices, including

the AVR580.

Before using the remote, it is important to remember to press the Input Selector

Button

e that corresponds to the unit you wish to operate. In addition, the AVR580’s remote is shipped from the factory to operate the AVR580 and JBL DVD players. The remote is also capable of operating a wide variety of other products using the control codes that are part of the remote. Before using the remote with other products, follow the instructions on pages 40–41 to program the proper codes for the products in your system.

It is also important to remember that many of the buttons on the remote take on different functions, depending on the product selected using the Device Control Selectors. The descriptions shown here primarily detail the functions of the remote when it is used to operate the AVR580. (See page 42 for information about alternate functions for the remote’s buttons.)

a Power Off Button: Press this button to place the AVR580 or a selected device in the Standby mode. Note that this will turn off the main room functions, but if the Multiroom system is activated, it will continue to function.

b IR Transmitter Window: Point this window towards the AVR580 when pressing buttons on the remote to make certain that infrared commands are properly received.

c Program/SPL Indicator: This three- color indicator is used to guide you through the process of programming the remote or learning commands from a remote into the AVR580’s remote code memory and it is also used as a level indicator when using the remote’s EzSet capabilities. (See page 27 for more information on setting output levels, and see page 41 for information on programming the remote.)

d Power On Button: Press this to turn on the power to a device selected by pressing one of the

Input Selectors e.

e Input Selectors: Pressing one of

these buttons will perform three actions at the same time. First, if the AVR580 is not turned on, this will power up the unit. Next, it will select the source shown on the button as the input to the AVR580. Finally, it will change the remote control

so that it controls the device selected. After pressing one of these buttons, you must press the

AVR Selector Button

f again to operate the AVR580’s functions with the remote.

f AVR Selector: Pressing this button will switch the remote so that it will operate the AVR580’s functions. If the AVR580 is in the Standby mode, it will also turn the AVR580 on.

g AM/FM Tuner Select:Press this button to select the AVR580’s tuner as the listening choice. Pressing this button when the tuner is already in use will select between the AM and FM bands.

6-Channel/8-Channel Direct Input:

Press this button to select the device connected to the

8-Channel Direct Inputs

(See page 30 for more information.)

i Test Button: Press this button to begin the sequence used to calibrate the AVR580’s output levels. (See page 27 for more information on calibrating the AVR580.)

j Sleep Button: Press this button to place the unit in the Sleep mode. After the time shown in the display, the AVR580 will automatically go into the Standby mode. Each press of the button changes the time until turn-off in the following order:

This button is also used to change channels on your TV when the TV is selected.

When the AVR580 remote is being programmed with the codes to operate another device, this button is also used in the “Auto Search” process. (See page 41 for more information on programming the remote.)

k Surround Mode Selector: Press this button to cycle through the DSP, VMAx and Stereo surround modes such as Hall, Theater, VMAx Near and Far, and Surround Off. This button is also used to tune channels when the TV is selected using the device

Input Selector e.

When the AVR580 remote is being programmed with the codes of another device, this button is also used in the “Auto Search” process. (See page 41 for more information on programming the remote.)

l Night Mode: Press this button to activate the Night mode. This mode is available in specially encoded digital sources, and it preserves dialogue (center channel) intelligibility at low volume levels.

m Channel Select Button: This button is used to start the process of setting the AVR580’s output levels to an external source. Once this button is pressed, use the

⁄/¤

Buttons n

to select the channel

being adjusted,

then press the Set Button

p, followed by the

⁄/¤

Buttons

again, to change the level setting. (See page 36 for more information.)

⁄/¤

Buttons: These multipurpose

buttons are used to change or scroll through items in the on-screen menus, make configuration settings such as digital inputs or delay timing, or to select surround modes. When changing a setting, first press the button for the function or setting to be changed (e.g., press the Surround Mode Selector k to select a sound field mode or the

Digital Select

Button

q to change a digital input) and then press one of these buttons to scroll through the list of options or to increase or decrease a setting. The sections in this manual describing the individual features and functions contain specific information on using these buttons for each application.

o‹Button: This button is used to change the menu selection or setting during some of the setup procedures for the AVR580.

p Set Button: This button is used to enter settings into the AVR580’s memory. It is also used in the setup procedures for delay time, speaker configuration and channel output level adjustment.

q Digital Select: Press this button to assign one of the digital inputs &* to a source. (See page 31 for more information on using digital inputs.)

r Numeric Keys: These buttons serve as a 10-button numeric keypad to enter tuner preset positions. They are also used to select channel numbers when TV, Cable or SAT has been selected on the remote, or to select track numbers on a CD, DVD or LD player, depending on how the remote has been programmed.

s Tuner Mode: Press this button when the tuner is in use to select between automatic tuning and manual tuning.

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min20min10min

min

OFF

When the button is pressed so that the AUTO Indicator J goes out, pressing the

Tuning Buttons u9≠will

move the frequency up or down in singlestep increments. When the FM band is in use, pressing this button when a station’s signal is weak will change to monaural reception. (See page 35 for more information.)

t Direct Button: Press this button when the tuner is in use to start the sequence for direct entry of a station’s frequency. After pressing the button, simply press the proper

Numeric Keys r

to select a station. (See page 35 for more information on the tuner.)

u Tuning Up/Down: When the tuner is in use, these buttons will tune up or down through the selected frequency band. If the

Tuner Mode Button s^ has

been pressed so that the

AUTO Indicator

J is illuminated, pressing and holding either of the buttons for three seconds will cause the tuner to seek the next station with acceptable signal strength for quality reception. When the

AUTO Indicator J

is NOT illuminated, pressing these buttons will tune stations in single-step increments. (See page 35 for more information.)

v OSD Button: Press this button to activate the On-Screen Display (OSD) system used to set up or adjust the AVR580’s parameters.

w Dolby Mode Selector: This button is used to select from among the available Dolby Surround processing modes. Each press of this button will select one of the Dolby Pro Logic II modes or Dolby 3 Stereo. When a Dolby Digital-encoded source is in use, the Dolby Digital mode may also be selected. (See page 34 for the available Dolby surround mode options.)

x DTS Digital Mode Selector: When a DTS-encoded digital source is selected, each press of this button will scroll through the available DTS modes. The specific choice of modes will vary according to whether or not the source material contains DTS-ES 6.1 Discrete encoding. When a DTS source is not in use, this button has no function. (See page 34 for the available DTS Digital options.)

y Logic 7 Mode Select Button: Press this button to select from among the available Logic 7 surround modes. (See page

for the available Logic 7 options.)

z Skip Down Button: This button does not have a direct function with the AVR580, but when used with a compatibly programmed CD or DVD player, it will change to the previous track or chapter on the current disc.

` Transport Controls: These buttons do not have any functions for the AVR580, but they may be programmed for the forward/reverse play operation of a wide variety of CD or DVD players, and audio or video cassette recorders. (See page 44 for more information.)

Skip Up Button: This button does

not have a direct function with the AVR580, but when used with a compatibly programmed CD or DVD player, it will change to the next track or chapter on the current disc.

Stereo Mode Select Button: Press

this button to select a stereo listening mode. The first press of the button places the AVR in a true, two-channel, left/right stereo mode with no surround processing. The next press selects either fivechannel stereo or seven-channel stereo, depending on the speaker configuration.

DTS Neo:6 Mode Select: Press

this button to select a DTS Neo:6 mode. These modes take a two-channel stereoor matrix surround-encoded source and create a full five-, six- or seven-channel sound field. (See page 34 for the available DTS Neo:6 options.)

Macro Buttons: Press these but-

tons to store or recall a “Macro”, which is a preprogrammed sequence of commands stored in the remote. (See page 42 for more information on storing and recalling macros.)

Disc Skip Buttons: This button has

no direct function for the AVR580 but is most often used to change to the next disc in a CD or DVD player when the remote is programmed for that type of device. (See page 43 for more information on using the remote with products other than the AVR580.)

Preset Up/Down: When the tuner

is in use, press these buttons to scroll through the stations programmed into the AVR580’s memory. When some source devices, such as CD players, VCRs and cassette decks, are selected using the device

Input Selectors e, these but-

tons may function as Chapter Step or Track Advance.

Clear Button: Press this button to

clear incorrect entries when using the remote to directly enter a radio station’s frequency.

Memory Button: Press this button

to enter a radio station into the AVR580’s preset memory. Once the

MEMORY

Indicator

G flashes, you have five seconds to enter a preset memory location using the

Numeric Keys r. (See page

35 for more information.)

Delay/Prev Ch.: Press this button

to begin the process for setting the delay times used by the AVR580 when processing surround sound. After pressing this button, the delay times are entered by pressing the

Set Button p and then

using the

⁄/¤

Buttons n to change

the setting. Press the

Set Button p

again to complete the process. (See page 26 for more information.)

›

Button: Press this button to

change a setting or selection when configuring many of the AVR580’s settings.

Speaker Select: Press this button

to begin the process of configuring the AVR580’s bass management system for use with the type of speakers used in your system. Once the button has been pressed, use the

⁄/¤

Buttons n to

select the channel you wish to set up. Press the

Set Button p and then

select another channel to configure. When all adjustments have been completed, press the

Set Button p twice

to exit the settings and return to normal operation. (See page 24 for more information.)

Multiroom: Press this button to

activate the multiroom system or to begin the process of changing the input or volume level for the second zone. (See page 39 for more information on the Multiroom system.)

Volume Up/Down: Press these but-

tons to raise or lower the system volume.

SPL Selector: This button activates

the AVR580’s EzSet function to quickly and accurately calibrate the AVR580’s output levels. Press and hold the button for three seconds and then release it. Press the “

5” or “7” Numeric Key r

to indicate whether you are using a 5.1channel or a 6.1/7.1-channel speaker system with the AVR580. The test tone will begin circulating, and the

Program/SPL

Indicator

c will change colors. During

this sequence, EzSet will automatically adjust the output levels for all channels until they are equal, as shown by the Program/SPL Indicator c lighting green for each channel. Press this button again when the adjustment is complete to turn off the test tone. (See page 27 for more information on EzSet.)

Learn Button: Press this button to

begin

the process of “learning” the codes

from another

product’s remote into the AVR580’s remote. (See page 41 for more information on using the remote’s learning function.)

Mute: Press this button to momen-

tarily silence the AVR580 or TV set being controlled, depending on which device has been selected. When the AVR580 remote is being programmed to operate another device, this button is pressed with the

Input Selector Button e to begin

the programming process. (See page 41 for more information on programming the remote.)

Ez Set Sensor Microphone: The

sensor microphone for the EzSet microphone is behind these slots. When using the remote to calibrate speaker output levels using EzSet, be sure that you do not hold the remote in a way that covers these slots. (See page 27 for more information on using EzSet.)

Power Off: When used in the room

where the AVR580 is located, press this button to place the unit in Standby. When it is used in a remote room with a sensor that is connected to the

Multiroom IR

Input

d jack, this button turns the

Multiroom system on and off.

∫

AVR Selector: Press this button

to turn on the AVR580. The input in use when the unit was last on will be selected.

AM/FM Tuner Select: Press this

button to select the Tuner as the input to the Multiroom system. Press it again to change between the AM and FM bands.

∂

Input Selectors: When the AVR580

is off, press one of these buttons to select a specific input and turn the unit on. When the unit is already in use, pressing one of these buttons will change the input.

≠

Tuning Up/Down – Fast Play:

When this remote is used in the same room as the AVR580, these buttons may be used to change the frequency of the tuner. These buttons may also control the Fast Play or Fast Reverse functions of compatible CD, DVD or cassette decks in the same room, or from a remote room when an IR link is connected to the AVR580.

Record/Pause: Press this button to

activate the Record or Pause function on compatible CD, DVD or cassette deck products.

Preset Up/Down – Track Skip:

When the AVR580’s tuner is selected as the input source, these buttons will move up or down through the list of stations that have been stored in the preset memory. When a CD or DVD changer or player is selected, these buttons activate the Forward or Reverse Track or Chapter Skip functions.

Disc Skip: Press these buttons to

change discs on compatible JBL DVD players.

Volume Up/Down: When used in

the room where the AVR580 is located, press this button to raise or lower the volume in that room. When used in a remote room with a sensor that is connected to the

Multiroom IR Input d

jack, this button will raise or lower the volume in the remote room.

∆

Play Forward/Reverse/Stop:

Press these buttons to control compatible CD, DVD or cassette players.

Mute: When used in the room

where the AVR580 is located, press this button to temporarily silence the unit. When it is used in a remote room with a sensor that is connected to the Multiroom IR Input d jack, this button will temporarily silence the feed to the remote room only. Press the button again to return to the previous volume level.

Power Off

∫

AVR Selector

AM/FM Tuner Select

∂

Input Selectors

≠

Tuning Up/Down – Fast Play

Record/Pause

Preset Up/Down – Track Skip

Disc Skip

Volume Up/Down

∆

Play Forward/Reverse/Stop

Mute

NOTE: The Zone II remote may be used in either the same room where the AVR580 is located, or it may be used in a separate room with an optional infrared sensor that is connected to the AVR580’s

Multiroom IR Input d jack. When it is used in the same

room as the AVR580, it will control the functions of the AVR580 or any compatible JBL products in that room. When it is used in a separate room via a sensor connected to the

Multiroom IR Input d jack, the buttons for Power, Input Source, Volume and

Mute will control the source and volume for the second zone, as connected to the Multiroom Audio Output h jacks. (See page 39 for complete information on using the Multiroom system.)

ZONE II REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

System Installation

After unpacking the unit, locating it in a place with adequate ventilation and placing it on a solid surface capable of supporting its weight, you will need to make the connections to your audio and video equipment.

IMPORTANT NOTE: For your personal safety and to avoid possible damage to your equipment and speakers, it is always a good practice to turn off and unplug the AVR and ALL source equipment from the AC outlet before making any audio or video system connections.

Audio Equipment Connections

We recommend that you use high-quality interconnect cables when making connections to source equipment and recorders to preserve the integrity of the signals.

1. Connect the analog output of a CD

player to the

CD Audio Inputs j.

NOTE: When the CD player has both

fixed and variable audio outputs, it is best to use the fixed output unless you find that the input to the receiver is so low that the sound is noisy, or so high that it is distorted.

2. Connect the analog Play/Out jacks of a

cassette deck, MD, CD-R or other audio recorder to the

Tape Input Jacks .

Connect the analog Record/In jacks on the recorder to the

Tape Output

Jacks

on the AVR580.

3. Connect the output of any digital

sources such as a CD or DVD changer or player, advanced video game, a digital satellite receiver, HDTV tuner or digital cable set-top box or the output of a compatible computer sound card to the

Optical and Coaxial Digital

Audio Inputs

&*.

4. Connect the coaxial or optical

Digital

Audio Outputs

gi on the rear panel of the AVR580 to the matching digital input connections on a CD-R or MiniDisc recorder.

5. Assemble the AM Loop Antenna supplied with the unit so that the tabs at the bottom of the antenna loop snap into the holes in the base. Connect it to the

AM and GND Screw

Terminals

¡ .

6. Connect the supplied FM antenna to the

FM (75-ohm) Connection ™. The

FM antenna may be an external roof antenna, an inside powered or wirelead antenna or a connection from a cable TV system. If the antenna or connection uses 300-ohm twin-lead cable, you must use the 300-ohm-to-75-ohm adapter supplied with the unit to make the connection.

7. Connect the

Front, Center, Surround and Surround Back Speaker Outputs

∞§•ª to the respective

speakers.

To ensure that all the audio signals are carried to your speakers without loss of clarity or resolution, we suggest that you use high-quality speaker cable. Many brands of cable are available and the choice of cable may be influenced by the distance between your speakers and the receiver, the type of speakers you

use, personal preferences and other factors. Your dealer

or installer is a valuable resource to consult in selecting the proper cable.

Regardless of the brand of cable selected, we recommend that you use a cable constructed of

multistrand copper with a

gauge of 14 or smaller.

Remember that in specifying cable, the lower the number, the thicker the cable.

Cable with a gauge of 16 may be used for short runs of less than 3 meters (10 feet). We do not recommend that you use cables with an AWG equivalent of 18 or higher, due to the power loss and degradation in performance that will occur.

Cables that are run inside walls should have the appropriate markings to indicate listing with UL, CSA or other appropriate testing agency standards. Questions about running cables inside walls should be referred to your installer or a licensed electrician who is familiar with the NEC and/or the applicable local building codes in your area.

When connecting wires to the speakers, be certain to observe proper polarity. Note that the positive (+) terminal of each speaker connection now carries a specific

color code, as noted on page 9. However, most speakers still use a red terminal for the positive (+) connection. Connect the “negative” or “black” wire to the same terminal on both the receiver and the speaker.

NOTE: While most speaker manufacturers adhere to an industry convention of using black terminals for negative and red ones for positive, some may vary from this configuration. To ensure proper phase and optimal performance, consult the identification plate on your speaker or the speaker’s manual to verify polarity. If you do not know the polarity of your speaker, ask your dealer for advice before proceeding, or consult the speaker’s manufacturer.

We also recommend that the length of cable used to connect speaker pairs be identical. For example, use the same length piece of cable to connect the front-left and front-right or surround-left and surround-right speakers, even if the speakers are a different distance from the AVR580.

8. Connections to a subwoofer are normally made via a line-level audio connection from the

Subwoofer Output

¢ to the line-level input of a subwoofer with a built-in amplifier. When a passive subwoofer is used, the connection first goes to a power amplifier, which will be connected to one or more subwoofer speakers. If you are using a powered subwoofer that does not have line-level input connections, follow the instructions furnished with the speaker for connection information.

9. If an external multichannel audio source with 5.1 outputs such as an external digital processor/decoder, DVD-Audio or SACD player is used, connect the outputs of that device to the

8-Channel Direct Inputs .

Video Equipment Connections

Video equipment is connected in the same manner as audio components. Again, the use of high-quality interconnect cables is recommended to preserve signal quality.

1. Connect a VCR’s or other video source’s audio and video Play/Out jacks to the

Video 1 Audio and Video Input Jacks

› on the rear panel. The Audio and Video Record/In jacks on the VCR should be connected to the

Video 1 Audio and Video Output Jacks

ﬁ on the AVR580.

INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

2. Connect the analog audio and video outputs of a satellite receiver, cable TV converter or any other video source to the

Video 2 Audio and Video Input

Jacks

ﬂ.

3. Connect the analog audio and video outputs of a DVD or laser disc player to the

DVD Audio and Video Inputs

‹k.

4. Connect the digital audio outputs of a DVD player, satellite receiver, cable box or HDTV converter to the appropriate Optical or Coaxial Digital Inputs

&*.

5. If you are using your television as a signal source, then connect its analog audio outputs to the

Video 3 Audio

Input Jacks

. NEVER connect the

TV’s video outputs to the

Video 3

Video Input Jacks

° or to any other inputs on the AVR580. If you are not using your television as a signal source (e.g., if you are separately connecting a cable TV box to the

Video 2 Audio

and Video Input Jacks ﬂ ), then do not connect any of the TV’s outputs to any inputs on the AVR580. In that case you should only connect the AVR’s Video Monitor Outputs ¤ to the TV as indicated in paragraph 6 below. However, you may still find it convenient to program the VID3/TV input selector on the remote control for your TV as described on page 41. If you prefer, you may connect another type of video source, such as a second VCR, to the AVR580’s

Video 3 Audio and

Video Input Jacks ° . You may

then reassign that device type to the VID3/TV input selector on the remote as described on page 45, and you will not be able to control your TV using the AVR remote.

6. Connect the

Video Monitor Output

¤ jacks on the receiver to the composite or S-Video input of your television monitor or video projector.

7. If your DVD player and monitor both have component video connections, connect the component outputs of the DVD player to the

Component Video

1 Inputs

a. Even when component video connections are used, the audio connections should still be made to either the analog

DVD Audio Inputs k or any of the Optical or Coaxial Digital Input Jacks

. Note,

however, that the

Coaxial 1 Digital

Audio Input is assigned to the

DVD source by default. For more information on reassigning the digital inputs to various sources, see pages 22 and 32. The

Component Video 1

Inputs

a are assigned to the DVD

source and may not be reassigned.

8. If another device with component video outputs is available, connect it to the

Component Video 2 Inputs b.

The audio connections for this device should be made to either the

Video 2

Audio Inputs

or any of the

Optical or Coaxial Digital Input Jacks

. The

Component

Video 2 Inputs

are assigned to the Video 2 source and may not be reassigned. If you are using a cable television, satellite receiver, HDTV or other video set-top box that has component video outputs, it is recommended that you designate it as the Video 2 source when programming the remote control.

9. If the component video inputs are used, connect the

Component Video

Monitor Outputs

· to the component video inputs of your TV, projector or display device.

10. If you have a camcorder, video game or other audio/video device that is connected to the AVR on a temporary rather than permanent basis, connect the audio, video and digital audio outputs of that device to the

Front-Panel

Inputs

&*(Ó. A device connected here is selected as the Video 4 input, and the digital inputs must be assigned to the Video 4 input. (See page 22 for more information on input configuration.)

Video Connection Notes:

• When the component video jacks are used, the on-screen menus are not visible and you must switch to the standard composite or S-Video input on your TV to view them.

• The AVR580 will accept either standard composite, S-Video or Y/Pr/Pb component video signals. However, it will not convert composite or S signals to component video.

• Component and composite video signals may only be viewed in their native formats. Thus both connections must be made from the AVR580 to the TV if both composite video and S-Video sources are used, and the appropriate input on the TV must be selected.

However, only one video connection should be made between the source (e.g., VCR) and the AVR580.

• Only the video cables (the yellow composite video; the S-Video or the green, red and blue component video cables) need to be connected to the TV or video display. The volume on the TV should be reduced to minimum.

System and Power Connections

The AVR580 is designed for flexible use with multiroom systems, external control components and power amplifiers.

Main Room Remote Control Extension

If the receiver is placed behind a solid or smoked glass cabinet door, the obstruction may prevent the remote sensor from receiving commands. In this event, an optional remote sensor may be used. Connect the output of the remote sensor to the

Remote IR Input e jack.

If other components are also prevented from receiving remote commands, only one sensor is needed. Simply use this unit’s sensor or a remote eye by running a connection from the

Remote IR Output

f jack to the Remote IR Input jack on compatible equipment.

Multiroom IR Link

The remote room IR receiver should be connected to the AVR580 via standard coaxial cable. Plug the IR connection cable into the

Multiroom IR Input d jack on

the AVR580’s rear panel.

If other compatible source equipment is part of the main room installation, the

Remote IR

Output f jack on the rear

panel should be connected

to the IR IN jack on source equipment. This will enable the remote room location to control source equipment functions.

NOTE: All remotely controlled components must be linked together in a “daisy chain.” Connect the

IR OUT jack of one

unit to the

IR IN of the next to establish

this chain.

Multiroom Connections

The AVR580 is equipped with multizone capabilities that allow it to send a separate audio source to the remote zone from the one selected for use in the main room.

Depending on your system’s requirement, three options are available for audio connection:

Option 1: Use high-quality, shielded audio interconnect cable from the AVR580’s location to the remote room. In the remote room, connect the interconnect cable to a stereo power amplifier. The amplifier will be connected to the room’s speakers. At the AVR580, plug the audio interconnect cables into the Multiroom Audio Output h jacks on the AVR580’s rear panel.

Option 2: Connect the Multiroom Audio Output

h jacks on the AVR580 to the inputs of an optional stereo power amplifier. Run high-quality speaker wire from the amplifier to the speakers in the remote room.

Option 3: Taking advantage of the AVR580’s built-in seven-channel amplifier, it is possible to use two of the amplifier channels to power speakers in the remote room. When using this option, you will not be able to use the full 7.1-channel capabilities of the AVR580 in the main listening room, but you will be able to add another listening room without additional external power amplifiers. To use the internal amplifiers to power a remote zone, connect the speakers for the remote room location to the

Surround

Back/Multiroom Speaker Outputs

ª. Before using the remote room, you will need to configure the amplifiers for surround operation by changing a setting in the Advanced Select menu, following the instructions shown on page 37.

NOTE: For all options, you may connect an optional IR sensor in the remote room to the AVR580 via an appropriate cable. Connect the sensor’s cable to the Multiroom IR Input d on the AVR580 and use the Zone II remote to control the room volume. Alternatively, you may install an optional volume control

between the output of the amplifiers and the speakers.

RS-232 Connections

The AVR580 includes an RS-232 serial port connection that may be used to control the unit via compatible optional, external keypads or control systems. The physical connection to the AVR580 from the control device is a standard D-9 connection, but to ensure compatible and proper operation, specific software commands and pin wiring schemes are required. Due to the complexity of RS-232 connections, we recommend that they be made only by trained installers familiar with their use. To obtain additional information on the use of the AVR580 with RS-232 control, please contact your local JBL distributor.

The AVR580 features a removable power cord that allows wires to be run to a complex installation so that the unit itself need not be installed until it is ready for connection. When all connections described above have been made, connect the AC power cord to the AC Power Cord Jack ‚.

The AVR580 draws significantly more current than other household devices, such as computers, that use removable power cords. For that reason, it is important that only the cord supplied with the unit, or obtained from your local JBL distributor for use in your area (or a direct replacement of identical capacity) be used.

Once the power cord is connected, you are almost ready to enjoy the AVR580’s incredible power and fidelity!

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

When all audio, video and system connections have been made, there are a few configuration adjustments that must be made. A few minutes spent to correctly configure and calibrate the unit will greatly add to your listening experience.

Speaker Selection and Placement

The placement of speakers in a multichannel home theater system can have a noticeable impact on the quality of sound reproduced.

The same model or brand of speaker should be used for the left front, center and right front speakers. This creates a seamless front soundstage and eliminates the possibility of distracting sonic disturbances that occur when a sound moves across mismatched front-channel speakers.

Speaker Placement

Depending on the type of center channel speaker

in use and your viewing device, place the center speaker either directly above or below your TV, or in the center behind a perforated front projection screen.

Once the center channel speaker is installed, position the front left and front right speakers so that they are as far away from one another as the center channel speaker is from the preferred listening position. Ideally, the front channel speakers should be placed so that their tweeters are no more than 60cm (24") above or below the tweeter in the center channel speaker.

Depending on the specifics of your room acoustics and the type of speakers in use, you may find that imaging is improved by moving the left front and right front speakers slightly forward of the center channel speaker. If possible, adjust all front loudspeakers so that they are aimed at ear height when you are seated in the listening position.

Using these guidelines, you’ll find that it takes some experimentation to find the correct location for the front speakers in your particular installation. Don’t be afraid to move things around until the system sounds correct. Optimize your speakers so that audio transitions across the front of the room sound smooth, and sounds from all speakers appear to arrive at the listening position at the same time (without

delay from the center speaker compared to the left and right speakers).

When the AVR580 is used in 5.1-channel operation, the preferred location for surround speakers is on the side walls of the room, at or slightly behind the listening position. In a 7.1-channel system, both side surround and back surround speakers are required. The center of the speaker should face into the room. The

A) Front-Channel Speaker Installation With Direct-View TV Sets or Rear-Screen Projectors

B) Rear speaker mounting is an alternate location for 5.1 systems. It is required for 7.1 operation.

speakers should be located so that the bottom of the cabinet is at least 60cm (2 feet) higher than the listeners’ ears when the listeners are seated in the desired area.

Rear surround speakers are required when a full 7.1-channel system is installed, and they may also be used in

5.1-channel systems as an alternative mounting position when it is not practical to place the main surround speakers on the sides of the room. Speakers may be placed on a rear wall, behind the listening position. As with the side speakers, rear surrounds should be located so that the bottom of the cabinet is at least 60cm (2 feet) higher than the listeners’ ears. The speakers should be no more than

1.8 meters (6 feet) behind the rear of the seating area.

If dipole-type speakers are used on either the side or rear walls of the room, please note that if there are arrows on the speakers they should face the front of the room for the side speakers, or toward the center of the wall for the rear speakers.

Subwoofers produce nondirectional sound, so they may be placed almost anywhere in a room. Actual placement should be based on room size and shape and the type of subwoofer used. One method of finding the optimal location for a subwoofer is to begin by placing it in the front of the room, about 17cm (6") from a wall, or near the front corner of the room. Another method is to temporarily place the subwoofer at your normal listening position, and then walk around the room until you find a spot where the subwoofer sounds best. Place the subwoofer in that spot. You should also follow the instructions of the subwoofer’s manufacturer, or you may wish to experiment with the best location for a subwoofer in your listening room.

System Setup

Once the speakers have been placed in the room and connected, the remaining steps in the setup process are to program the AVR580’s bass management system for the type of speakers used in your system, calibrate the output levels, and set the delay times used by the surround sound processor.

You are now ready to power up the AVR580 to begin these final adjustments.

No more than

60cm (24")

TV or Projection Screen

Left Front

Speaker

speakers are used

when rear-mounted

No more than 1.8m (6 feet)

Rear-Wall Mounting

Center Front

Speaker

Right Front

Speaker

At least 17cm (6 inches) from ceiling

At least 60cm (2 feet)

1. Make certain that the AC power cord is firmly inserted into the

AC Power

Cord Jack

‚ and plug the cord into an unswitched AC outlet. To maintain the unit’s safety rating, DO NOT replace the power cord that was supplied with this product or provided by your local JBL distributor for use in your area with one that has a lower current capacity.

2. Press the

Main Power Switch 1

in until it latches and the word “OFF” on the top of the switch disappears inside the front panel. Note that the Power Indicator 3 will turn red, indicating that the unit is in the Standby mode.

3. Remove the protective plastic film from the front-panel lens. If left in place, the film will affect the performance of your remote control.

4. Install the three supplied AAA batteries in the remote as shown. Be certain to follow the (+) and (–) polarity indicators that are on the top of the battery compartment.

5. Turn the AVR580 on either by pressing the

System Power Control 2

on the front panel, or via the remote by pressing the

Power On Button

d, the AVR Selector f or any of the

Input Selectors eg on

the remote. The

Power Indicator

3 will turn orange to confirm that the unit is on, and the

Main

Information Display

˜ will

also light.

Using the On-Screen Display

When making the following adjustments, you may find it easier to use the AVR580’s on-screen display system. These easy-toread displays give you a clear picture of the current status of the unit and make it easy to see which speaker, delay, input or digital selection you are making.

To view the on-screen menus, make certain that you have made a connection from the

Video Monitor Out Jack ¤

on the rear panel to the composite or

S-Video input of your TV or projector. In order to view the AVR580’s displays, the correct video source must be selected on the video display. The on-screen menus are not available when a component video display is in use.

IMPORTANT NOTE: When viewing the on-screen menus using a CRT-based projector, plasma display or any direct-view CRT monitor or television, it is important that they not be left on the screen for an extended period

of time. The constant display of a static image such as these menus or video game images may cause the image to be permanently “burned into” the projection tubes, plasma screen or CRT. This type of damage is not covered by the AVR580 warranty and may not be covered by the projector/TV set’s warranty.

The AVR580 has two on-screen display modes, “Semi-OSD” and “Full-OSD.” When making configuration adjustments, it is recommended that the Full-OSD mode be used. This will place an option listing on the screen, making it easier to view the available options.

Making Configuration Adjustments

The full-OSD system is available by pressing the

OSD Button v. When

this button is pressed, the

MASTER

(Figure 1) will appear, and adjustments are made from the individual menus.

Figure 1

The semi-OSD system is also available, allowing you to make adjustments directly, by pressing the appropriate buttons on the front panel or remote control for the specific parameter to be adjusted. For example, to change the digital input for any of the sources, press the

Digital

Select Button

q and then press the

⁄/¤

Buttons n to scroll through the

list of options as they appear in the onscreen display or the

Lower Display

Line

To use the full-OSD menu system, press the

OSD Button v. When the menu is

on the screen, press the

⁄/¤

Buttons

n until the on-screen ›cursor is next to the item you wish to adjust, and then press the

Set Button p to adjust that

item. The menus will remain on the screen for 20 seconds, and then they will “time-out” and disappear from

the screen. The time-out may be increased to as much as 50 seconds by going to the ADVANCED menu, and changing the item titled

FULL OSD TIME OUT.

When the full-OSD system is in use, the menu selections are not shown in the Main Information Display ˜AB. When the full-OSD menu system is used,

OSD ON will appear in the Upper Display Line

A and the OSD

Indicator

C will light to remind you that a video display must be used. When the semi-OSD system is used in conjunction with the discrete configuration buttons, the on-screen display will show a single line of text with the current menu selection. That selection will also be shown in the

Upper Display Line A or

the

Lower Display Line B, depending

on which parameter is being adjusted.

Setting the System Configuration Memory

The AVR580 features an advanced memory system that enables you to establish different configurations for the speaker configuration, digital input, surround mode, delay times, crossover frequency and output levels for each input source. This flexibility enables you to customize the way in which you listen to each source and have the AVR580 memorize those settings. This means, for example, that you may use different output levels or trims for different sources, or set different speaker configurations with the resultant changes to the bass management system. Once these settings are made, they will automatically be recalled whenever you select that input.

The factory default settings for the AVR580 have all inputs configured for an analog audio input except for the DVD input, where the

Coaxial Digital Audio

Input 1

is the default. The default speaker settings are for “Small” speakers at all positions, and the subwoofer on. However, once the DSP processing system is used the first time for any input, the speaker settings will automatically default to “Small” at all positions with the subwoofer set to “LFE.” The default setting for the surround modes is Logic 7

** MASTER MENU **

INPUT SETUP SURROUND SELECT SPEAKER SETUP DELAY ADJUST CHANNEL ADJUST MULTI-ROOM ADVANCED

Music for two-channel signals and Dolby Pro Logic II-Movie for Dolby Digital 2.0 signals, although Dolby Digital 5.1 or DTS will automatically be selected as appropriate when a source with digital encoding is in use.

Before using the unit, you will probably want to change the settings for most inputs so that they are properly configured to reflect the use of digital or analog inputs, the type of speakers installed and the surround mode specifics of your home theater system. Remember that since the AVR580 memorizes the settings for each input individually, you will need to make these adjustments for each input used. However, once they are made, further adjustment is only required when system components are changed.

To make this process as quick and easy as possible, we suggest that you use the full-OSD system with the on-screen menus, and step through each input. Once you have completed the settings for the first input, many settings may be duplicated for the remaining inputs. It is also a good idea to set the configuration data in the order these items are listed in the

MASTER MENU, as some settings require a specific entry in a prior menu item. Remember that once the settings are made for one input, they must be made for all other input sources in your system.

Input Setup

The first step in configuring the AVR580 is to configure each input. Once an input is selected,

all settings for the Digital Input, Speaker Configuration, Surround Mode and Delay Timing will “attach” themselves to that input and be stored in a nonvolatile memory. This means that once made, the selection of an input will automatically recall those settings. For that reason, the procedures described below must be repeated for each input source so that you have the opportunity to customize each source to your specific listening requirements. However, once made, they need not be changed again unless you need to alter a setting.

When using the full-OSD system to make the setup adjustments, press the

OSD

Button

v once so that the MASTER

(Figure 1) appears. The ›cursor

will be next to the

INPUT SETUP

line. Press the Set Button p to enter

the menu and the

INPUT SETUP

menu (Figure 2) will appear on the screen. Press the

‹/›

Buttons o

until the desired input name appears in the highlighted video, as well as being indicated in the front-panel

Input

Indicators

ˆ by the desired input name lighting in orange. If the input will use the standard left/right analog inputs, no further adjustment is needed.

Figure 2

If you wish to associate one of the digital inputs with the selected input source, press the

Button n on the remote

while the

INPUT SETUP menu (Figure 2) is on the screen, and the onscreen cursor will drop down to the DIGITAL IN line. Press the ‹/

›

Buttons o until the name of the desired digital input appears. To return to the analog input, press the buttons until the word

ANALOG appears. When the

correct input source appears, press the

Button n once so that the ›cursor

appears next to

BACK TO MASTER

, and press the Set Button p.

To change the digital input at any time using the discrete function buttons and the semi-OSD system, press the

Digital

Select Button

q on the remote. Within five seconds, make your input selection using the

⁄/¤

Buttons n

until the desired digital or analog input is shown in the

Upper Display Line A

and in the on-screen display. Press the Set Button p to enter the new digital input assignment.

When all needed adjustments have been made, press the

Button n until

the

›

cursor is next to BACK TO

MASTER MENU

to continue with

the system configuration.

Surround Setup

he next step is to set the surround mode you wish to use with the input that was previously selected in the

INPUT

SETUP

menu. Since surround modes

are a matter of personal taste, feel free

to select any mode you wish – you may change it later. However, to make it easier to establish the initial parameters for the AVR580, it is best to select Dolby Pro Logic II or Logic 7 for most analog inputs and Dolby Digital for inputs connected to digital sources. In the case of inputs such as a CD Player, Tape Deck or Tuner, you may wish to set the mode to Stereo (“Surround Off”) as they are not typically used with multichannel program material, and it is unlikely that sur

roundencoded material will be used. Alternatively, the

Logic 7 Music mode is a good choice for stereo-only source material. See page 34 for more information on available surround modes. During normal use, when a two-channel signal is detected, the AVR580 will by default select the Logic 7 Music mode. When a Dolby Digital 2.0 signal is detected, the AVR580 will default to the Dolby Pro Logic IIMovie mode.

When selecting surround modes for digital program material, the AVR580 will always examine the data stream and automatically select Dolby Digital or DTS as applicable.

It is easiest to complete the surround setup using the full-OSD on-screen menus. From the

MASTER MENU

(Figure 1), press the ⁄/¤Buttons n until the ›cursor is next to the SUR-

ROUND SELECT

line. Press the Set

Button

p until the SURROUND

SELECT

menu (Figure 3) is on the screen.

Figure 3

Each of the option lines on this menu (Figure 3) selects the surround mode category, and within each of those categories there will be a choice of the specific mode options. The choice of modes will vary according to the speaker configuration in your system. When the

SURR BACK line of the SPEAKER SETUP

menu (Figure 5) is set to NONE the AVR580 will be configured for 5.1-channel operation, and only the modes appropriate to a five-speaker sys-

* INPUT SETUP *

INPUT :VIDEO 1 DIGITAL IN :OPTICAL1

BACK TO MASTER MENU

** SURROUND SELECT **

DOLBY DTS LOGIC 7 DSP(SURR) VMAx STEREO BACK TO MASTER MENU

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