JVC LVT1140-004A, RX-6042SAU Instructions Manual

AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER

RECEPTOR DE CONTROL DE AUDIO/VÍDEO
RECEPTOR DE COMANDO AUDIO/VÍDEO

RX-6042S
RX-5042S

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INSTRUCTIONS

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

INSTRUÇÕES

TA/NEWS/INFO

DISPLAY MODE

LVT1140-004A

[US]

Warnings, Cautions, and Others/Avisos, precauciones y otras notas/
Advertêcias, precauções e outras notas/

Caution––STANDBY/ON button!

Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. The
STANDBY/ON button in any position does not disconnect the
mains line. The power can be remote controlled.

Precaución––Interruptor STANDBY/ON !

Desconectar el cable de alimentación para desactivar la alimentación
totalmente. Cualquier que sea la posición de ajuste del interruptor
STANDBY/ON , la alimentación no es cortada completamente.
La alimentación puede ser controlada remotamente.

Precaução––Interruptor STANDBY/ON !

Desconectar o cabo de alimentação para desligar a alimentação
por completo. Qualquer que seja a posição de ajuste do
interruptor STANDBY/ON , a alimentação não é
completamente cortada. A alimentação pode ser controlada
remotamente.

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CAUTION

To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.:

1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet.

2. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

AVISO

Para reduzir riscos de choques eléctricos, incêndio, etc.:

1. Não retire parafusos nem desmonte as tampas ou o gabinete.

2. Não exponha este aparelho à chuva nem à umidade.

CAUTION

• Do not block the ventilation openings or holes.
(If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a
newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to
get out.)

• Do not place any naked flame sources, such as
lighted candles, on the apparatus.

• When discarding batteries, environmental problems
must be considered and local rules or laws governing
the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.

• Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture,
dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.

PRECAUCIÓN

Para reducir riesgos de choques eléctricos, incendio, etc.:

1. No extraiga los tornillos, los cubiertas ni la caja.

2. No exponga este aparato a la lluvia o a la humedad.

PRECAUCIÓN

• No obstruya las rendijas o los orificios de ventilación.
(Si las rendijas o los orificios de ventilación quedan tapados
con un periódico, un trozo de tela, etc., no se podrá disipar
el calor).

• No ponga sobre el aparato ninguna llama al descubierto,
como velas encendidas.

• Cuando tenga que descartar las pilas, tenga en cuenta
los problemas ambientales y observe estrictamente los
reglamentos o las leyes locales sobre disposición de las
pilas.

• No exponga este aparato a la lluvia, humedad, goteos
o salpicaduras. Tampoco ponga recipientes conteniendo
líquidos, como floreros, encima del aparato.

AVISO

• Não obstrua as aberturas e orifícios de ventilação. (Se
os orifícios ou aberturas de ventilação estiverem
obstruídos por qualquer papel ou tecido, não haverá
circulação do ar quente.)

• Não coloque nenhum objeto com chamas, como velas
acesas, sobre o aparelho.

• Ao descartar as baterias, leve em consideração os
problemas que possam ser causados ao meio ambiente
e os regulamentos e leis locais e governamentais sobre
recolhimento dessas baterias devem ser rigorosamente
seguidos.

• Não exponha este aparelho à chuva, umidade, pingos
ou esguichos de água, nem coloque em cima do
mesmo qualquer tipo de recipiente que contenha
líquidos, como por exemplo vasos.

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Caution: Proper Ventilation

To avoid risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage.
Locate the apparatus as follows:
Front: No obstructions open spacing.
Sides: No obstructions in 10 cm from the sides.
Top: No obstructions in 10 cm from the top.
Back: No obstructions in 15 cm from the back.
Bottom: No obstructions, place on the level surface.
In addition, maintain the best possible air circulation as illustrated.

Precaución: Ventilación Adecuada

Para evitar el riesgo de choque eléctrico e incendio y para proteger el
aparato contra daños.
Ubique el aparato de la siguiente manera:
Frente: Espacio abierto sin obstrucciones
Lados: 10 cm sin obstrucciones a los lados
Parte superior: 10 cm sin obstrucciones en la parte superior
Parte trasera: 15 cm sin obstrucciones en la parte trasera
Fondo: Sin obstrucciones, colóquelo sobre una superficie

nivelada
Además, mantenga la mejor circulación de aire posible como se
ilustra.

Precaução: ventilação apropriada

Para prevenir o risco de choque elétrico ou incêndio e para proteger o
aparelho contra danos.
Localize-o da seguinte maneira:
Frente: Espaço aberto, sem obstruções
Lados: Espaço de 10 cm sem obstruções nos lados
Topo: Espaço de 10 cm sem obstruções acima
Atrás: Espaço de 15 cm sem obstruções atrás
Parte inferior: Sem obstruções. Coloque o aparelho em superfície

nivelada.
Mantenha, além disso, a maior circulação de ar possível, como indica
a ilustração.

Wall or obstructions
Pared u obstrucciones
Parede ou obstáculo

Spacing 15 cm or more
Espacio de 15 cm o más
Espaço de 15 cm ou mais

RX-6042S/RX-5042S

Front
Frente
Frente

Stand height 15 cm or more
Allura del soporte 15 cm o más
Base com altura de 15 cm ou mais

Floor
Piso
Piso

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Table of Contents

Remote

NOT

Parts Identification ...................................... 2

Getting Started ........................................... 5

Before Installation ...................................................................... 5

Checking the Supplied Accessories ........................................... 5

Putting Batteries in the Remote Control .................................... 5

Connecting the FM and AM Antennas ....................................... 5

Connecting the Speakers and Subwoofer ................................... 6

Connecting Audio/Video Components ....................................... 7

7 Analog Connections ............................................................... 7

7 Digital Connections .............................................................. 10

Adjusting the Voltage Selector ................................................. 10

Connecting the Power Cord ..................................................... 10

Basic Operations ....................................... 11

Daily Operational Procedure .................................................... 11

Turning On the Power .............................................................. 11

Selecting the Source to Play ..................................................... 11

Adjusting the Volume ............................................................... 12

Turning On and Off the Subwoofer Sound .............................. 13

Selecting the Analog or Digital Input Mode ............................ 13

Changing the Display Brightness ............................................. 14

Attenuating the Input Signal .................................................... 14

Changing the Source Name ...................................................... 14

Reinforcing the Bass ................................................................ 15

Muting the Sound ..................................................................... 15

Using the Sleep Timer .............................................................. 15

Receiving Radio Broadcasts ........................ 16

Setting the AM Tuner Interval Spacing .................................... 16

Tuning in to Stations Manually ................................................ 16

Using Preset Tuning ................................................................. 16

Selecting the FM Reception Mode ........................................... 17

Adjusting Sound ........................................ 23

Basic Adjustment Items ............................................................ 23

Basic Procedure ........................................................................ 23

7 Adjusting the Equalization Patterns ..................................... 24

7 Adjusting the Speaker Output Levels ................................... 24

7 Adjusting the Sound Parameters for the Surround

and DSP Modes .................................................................... 24

Using the Surround Modes ..........................

Reproducing Theater Ambience ................................................ 25

Introducing the Surround Modes ............................................. 25

Activating the Surround Modes ............................................... 27

25

Using the DSP Modes ................................ 28

Reproducing the Sound Field ................................................... 28

Introducing the DSP Modes ..................................................... 28

Activating the DSP Modes ....................................................... 29

COMPU LINK Remote Control System ......... 30

AV COMPU LINK Remote Control System .... 31

Operating JVC’s Audio/Video Components ... 33

Operating Audio Components .................................................. 33

Operating Video Components .................................................. 34

Operating Other Manufacturers’ Video

Equipment [Only for RX-6042S] .............. 35

Troubleshooting ......................................... 37

Specifications............................................ 38

English

Basic Settings ........................................... 18

Quick Speaker Setup ................................................................ 18

Basic Setting Items ................................................................... 19

Basic Procedure ........................................................................ 19

7 Setting the Speakers ............................................................. 20

7 Setting the Speaker Distance ................................................ 20

7 Setting the Bass Sounds ....................................................... 20

7 Selecting the Main or Sub Channel ...................................... 21

7 Setting for Easy and Effective Surround Operations............ 21

7 Setting the Digital Input Terminals ...................................... 22

7 Setting the Component Video Input ..................................... 22

This mark indicates that ONLY the remote control
CAN be used for the operation explained.

This mark indicates that the remote control
CANNOT be used for the operation explained.
Use the buttons and controls on the front panel.

1

Parts Identification

DIGITAL

PRO LOGIC

STANDBY

STANDBY/ON

PHONES

SURROUND

DSP

SPEAKERS

ON/OFF

SUBWOOFER OUT FM MODE MEMORY

ON/OFF

FM/AM TUNING

SURROUND/DSP

OFF

DIMMER

MASTER VOLUME

INPUT DIGITAL

RX–6030V

AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER

SETTING

MULTI JOG

PUSH SET

QUICK SPEAKER

SETUP

ADJUST

EXIT

INPUT ANALOG

INPUT ATT

FM/AM PRESET

3D - PHONIC

DUAL

MONO

H.PHONESBDSP

DIGITAL EQ

BASS BOOST

INPUT ATT

VOLUME

PRO LOGIC

VIRTUAL SB

TUNED

STEREO

AUTO MUTING

SLEEP

96/24

1

2

3

4

5

q

w

e

y

u

io

as

RX-6042S

RX-5042S

r

t

DVD MULTI DVD

DVD

VCR

VCR

CD

CD

FM

FM/AM

AMTAPE/CDR

TAPE/CDR

TV SOUND

TV SOUND

SOURCE NAME

6

7

8

9

p

SOURCE NAME

;

d

English

Front Panel

See pages in parentheses for details.

1 STANDBY/ON

button and STANDBY lamp (11, 16)

2 SURROUND/DSP OFF button (27, 29)
3 DSP button (28, 29)
4 SURROUND button (27)
5 Remote sensor
6 Display (For details, see “Display” on the next page.)
7 INPUT ANALOG button (14)

INPUT ATT button (14)

8 INPUT DIGITAL button (13)
9 DIMMER button (14)
p MASTER VOLUME control (12)
q PHONES jack (13)
w SPEAKERS ON/OFF button (13)
e SUBWOOFER OUT ON/OFF button (13)
r FM/AM TUNING 5/∞ buttons (16)

t FM/AM PRESET 5/∞ buttons (16)
y FM MODE button (17)
u MEMORY button (16)
i SETTING button (19)
o QUICK SPEAKER SETUP button (18)
; MULTI JOG (PUSH SET) dial (19, 23)
a EXIT button (19, 23)
s ADJUST button (23)
d Source selection buttons (11, 14)

• For RX-6042S: DVD MULTI, DVD, VCR, TV SOUND,
CD, TAPE/CDR (SOURCE NAME), FM, AM

• For RX-5042S: DVD, VCR,TV SOUND, CD,
TAPE/CDR (SOURCE NAME), FM/AM

IMPORTANT:

Illustrations used in this manual are of RX-6042S unless
mentioned otherwise.

2

Display

3D - PHONIC

DUAL

MONO

H.PHONE

SB

DSP

DIGITAL EQ

BASS BOOST

INPUT ATT

VOLUME

PROLOGIC

VIRTUAL SB

TUNED

STEREO

AUTO MUTING

SLEEP

96/24

=

%^

@

#

1324567890-~!

$

AUDIO

VCR

DVD

TEST

EFFECT

MENU

ENTER LEVEL

RETURN

SURROUND

/DSP

CD-DISC

SLEEP

REC PAUSE

FM MODE

SURROUND

DSP

DIMMER TV/VIDEO

BASSBOOST

MUTING

OFF

VCR CH

VOLUME

SURR R

SURR L

SUBWFR

CENTER

FRONT R

FRONT L

100

1

4

7/P

10

2

5

8

0

3

6

9

10

REW

FF

TV VOLUME

STANDBY/ON

TV CATV

TA/NEWS/INFO

A/V CONTROL

RECEIVER

TAPE/CDR CD DVD DVD MULTI

FM/AM TV SOUND VCR

ANALOG
/DIGITAL

2

5

=

~

$
%

#

&

@

^

4

3

1

8

7

0

(

*

6

9

!

TV/CATV

RX-5042S

RX-6042S

TV

RX-5042S

RX-6042S

TV/CATV CH

TV CH

-

English

See pages in parentheses for details.

1 ANALOG indicator (14)
2 DUAL MONO indicator (26, 27)
3 H.PHONE indicator (13, 26, 28)
4 3D-PHONIC indicator (26, 28)
5 VIRTUAL SB indicator (22)
6 PRO LOGIC II indicator (25, 27, 28)
7 DSP indicator (28, 29)
8 DIGITAL EQ indicator (24)
9 Only for RX-6042S: BASS BOOST indicator (15)

Remote Control

The items shaded in the illustration—DVD MULTI and
BASSBOOST buttons, TV/CATV selector—are only for RX-6042S.

0 TUNED indicator (16)

- STEREO indicator (16)
= INPUT ATT indicator (14)
~ AUTO MUTING indicator (17)
! SLEEP indicator (15)
@ VOLUME indicator (11)
# Digital signal format indicators (13)
$ Speaker indicators and signal indicators (12)
% CH– indicator (16)
^ Main display

See pages in parentheses for details.

1 Only for RX-6042S: TV/CATV selector (35)
2 10 keys for selecting preset channels (17, 33)

10 keys for sound adjustment (24, 33)
10 keys for operating audio/video components (33 – 35)

3 SOUND button (24, 33)
4 REC PAUSE button (34, 36)
5 Source selection buttons (11, 12)

TAPE/CDR, CD, DVD, DVD MULTI (only for RX-6042S),
FM/AM, TV SOUND, VCR

6 FM MODE button (17, 33)
7 SURROUND button (27, 33)
8 DIMMER button (14, 33)
9 TV/VIDEO button (34, 35)
0 VCR CH +/– buttons (34, 36)

- For RX-6042S: TV/CATV CH +/– buttons (34, 35)

For RX-5042S: TV CH +/– buttons (34)

= STANDBY/ON

buttons (11, 33 – 36)

AUDIO, TV/CATV (or TV for RX-5042S), VCR, DVD

~ SLEEP button (15, 33)
! Operating buttons for audio/video components

3, 8, 7, ¢/4, FF/REW (33, 34, 36)

@ CD-DISC button (33)
# ANALOG/DIGITAL button (13, 14, 33)
$ SURROUND/DSP OFF button (27, 29, 33)
% DSP button (28, 29, 33)
^ MUTING button (15, 33)
& Only for RX-6042S: BASSBOOST button (15, 33)
* VOLUME +/– button (12, 33)
( TV VOLUME +/– buttons (34, 35)

Note:

When you press the one of the audio source selection buttons—
TAPE/CDR, CD, and FM/AM—on the remote control, the receiver
automatically turns on.

3

Parts Identification

CAUTION :
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

AM

LOOP

AM
EXT

CD
IN

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

OUT

(REC)

VCR

TV SOUND

IN

AV

COMPU LINK-

III

COMPU LINK-4

(SYNCHRO)

ANTENNA

CENTER

SPEAKER

SURROUND

SPEAKERS

RIGHT LEFT

FRONT

SPEAKERS

RIGHT LEFT

AUDIO

RIGHT LEFT

IN

(PLAY)

TAPE
/CDR

DIGITAL 1

DIGITAL 2 ( CD )

DIGITAL IN

(DVD)

DIGITAL 3 ( TV )

SUBWOOFER

OUT

RIGHT LEFT

FRONT

SUB

WOOFER

AUDIO

COAXIAL

FM 75

816

RIGHT

SURR

LEFT

MONITOR

OUT

DVD

IN

OUT

(REC)

VCR

IN

(PLAY)

VIDEO S-VIDEO

DVD

IN

VCR

IN

MONITOR OUT

DVD

IN

CENTER

YPB PR

8

36145

w9p q

2

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

220V

230 - 240V

127V

110V

7

CAUTION :
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

AM

LOOP

AM
EXT

CD
IN

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

OUT

(REC)

VCR

TV SOUND

IN

AV

COMPU LINK

COMPU LINK-4

(SYNCHRO)

ANTENNA

CENTER

SPEAKER

SURROUND

SPEAKERS

RIGHT LEFT

FRONT

SPEAKERS

RIGHT LEFT

AUDIO

RIGHT LEFT

IN

(PLAY)

TAPE
/CDR

DIGITAL 1

DIGITAL 2 ( CD )

DIGITAL IN

(DVD)

SUBWOOFER

OUT

AUDIO

COAXIAL

FM 75

816

MONITOR

OUT

DVD

IN

OUT

(REC)

VCR

IN

(PLAY)

DVD

IN

RIGHT LEFT

3145

w9p q

2

8

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

220V

230 - 240V

127V

110V

7

English

RX-6042S

RX-5042S

Rear Panel

See pages in parentheses for details.

1 DIGITAL IN terminals (10)

• Coaxial: DIGITAL 1 (DVD)

• Optical: DIGITAL 2 (CD)
DIGITAL 3 (TV): only for RX-6042S

2 Audio input/output jacks (7 – 9)

• Input: CD IN, TAPE/CDR IN (PLAY), VCR IN (PLAY),

TV SOUND IN, DVD IN

• Output: TAPE/CDR OUT (REC), VCR OUT (REC),

SUBWOOFER OUT

3 COMPU LINK-4 (SYNCHRO) jacks (30)
4 For RX-6042S:

AV COMPU LINK-III jacks (31)

For RX-5042S:

5 ANTENNA terminals (5, 6)

AV COMPU LINK jacks (31)

4

6 Only for RX-6042S:

COMPONENT VIDEO input/output jacks (8, 9)

• Input: DVD IN, VCR IN

• Output: MONITOR OUT

7 VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch (10)
8 For RX-6042S:

VIDEO/S-VIDEO input/output jacks (8, 9)

For RX-5042S:

VIDEO input/output jacks (8, 9)

• Input: DVD IN, VCR IN (PLAY)

• Output: MONITOR OUT, VCR OUT (REC)

9 CENTER SPEAKER terminals (6)
p SURROUND SPEAKERS terminals (6)
q FRONT SPEAKERS terminals (6)
w AC power cord (10)

AM

LOOP

AM
EXT

ANTENNA

COAXIAL

FM 75

FM 75

COAXIAL

AM

LOOP

AM
EXT

ANTENNA

FM 75

COAXIAL

AM

LOOP

AM
EXT

ANTENNA

Getting Started

This section explains how to connect audio/video components and speakers to the receiver, and how to connect the
power supply.

Before Installation

General Precautions

• Be sure your hands are dry.

• Turn the power off to all components.

• Read the manuals supplied with the components you are going to
connect.

Locations

• Install the receiver in a location that is level and protected from
moisture and dust.

• The temperature around the receiver must be between –5˚C and
35˚C.

• Make sure there is good ventilation around the receiver. Poor
ventilation could cause overheating and damage the receiver.

Handling the receiver

• Do not insert any metal object into the receiver.

• Do not disassemble the receiver or remove screws, covers, or
cabinet.

• Do not expose the receiver to rain or moisture.

Notes:

• Supplied batteries are for the initial setup. Replace for continued
use.

• For RX-6042S: After replacing the batteries, set the manufacturers’
codes again (see pages 35 and 36).

CAUTION:

Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking cells:

• Place batteries in the remote control so they match the

polarity: (+) to (+) and (–) to (–).

• Use the correct type of batteries. Batteries that look similar

may differ in voltage.

• Always replace both batteries at the same time.

• Do not expose batteries to heat or flame.

Connecting the FM and AM Antennas

FM antenna connections

English

Checking the Supplied Accessories

Check to be sure you have all of the following items, which are
supplied with the receiver.
The number in the parentheses indicates quantity of the pieces
supplied.

• Remote Control (1)

• Batteries (2)

• AM Loop Antenna (1)

• FM Antenna (1)

• AC Plug Adaptor (1)

If anything is missing, contact your dealer immediately.

Putting Batteries in the Remote Control

Before using the remote control, insert the two supplied batteries first.

1

2

R6(SUM-3)/

3

AA(15F)

1 Press and slide the battery cover on the back of

the remote control.

2 Insert the batteries.

• Make sure to match the polarity: (+) to (+) and (–) to (–).

3 Replace the cover.

If the remote control cannot transmit signals or operate the receiver
correctly, replace the batteries. Use two R6(SUM-3)/AA(15F) type
dry-cell batteries.

A

B

Extend the supplied FM antenna
horizontally.

FM Antenna
(supplied)

Outdoor FM Antenna Cable
(not supplied)

Connect the supplied FM antenna as temporary measure to the
FM 75 Ω COAXIAL terminal—A

If reception is poor, connect the outdoor FM antenna (not
supplied)—B
1 Disconnect the supplied FM antenna.
2 Connect a 75 Ω coaxial cable with the standard type connector

(IEC or DIN45325).

5

AM

LOOP

AM

EXT

ANTENNA

COAXIAL

FM 75

CENTER

SPEAKER

SURROUND

SPEAKERS

RIGHT

LEFT

FRONT

SPEAKERS

RIGHT

LEFT

CAUTION :
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

8

16

+

–

+

–

CENTER

SPEAKER

SURROUND

SPEAKERS

RIGHT

LEFT

FRONT

SPEAKERS

RIGHT

LEFT

CAUTION :
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

8

16

+

–

+

–

+

–

+

–

To right surround speaker

To center speaker

To right front speaker

To left
front speaker

To left surround
speaker

To center speaker

To right front speaker

To right surround speaker

To left surround
speaker

To left
front speaker

RIGHT

LEFT

+

–

Getting Started

RIGHT

LEFT

+

–

RIGHT

LEFT

+

–

RIGHT

LEFT

+

–

AM antenna connections

English

1

AM Loop Antenna
(supplied)

Snap the tabs on the loop into
the slots of the base to
assemble the AM loop
antenna.

23

Connecting the speakers

For RX-6042S

1

2

For RX-5042S

1

2

For each speaker (except for a subwoofer), connect the (+) and
(–) terminals on the rear panel to the (+) and (–) terminals
marked on the speakers.

3

RIGHT

3

LEFT

4

+

–

RIGHT

4

LEFT

+

–

Turn the loop until you have the best reception.

Notes:

• If the AM loop antenna wire is covered with vinyl,
remove the vinyl by twisting it as illustrated.

• Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any
other terminals, connecting cords and power cord.
This could cause poor reception.

• If reception is poor, connect an outdoor single vinyl-covered wire
(not supplied) to the AM EXT terminal. (Keep the AM loop antenna
connected.)

Connecting the Speakers and Subwoofer

You can connect five speakers (a pair of front speakers, a center
speaker, and a pair of surround speakers) and a subwoofer.

CAUTIONS:

• Use only the speakers of the SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

indicated by the speaker terminals.

• Do not connect more than one speaker to each speaker

terminal.

Outdoor single vinyl-covered wire (not supplied)

For RX-6042S

For RX-5042S

6

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

TAPE
/CDR

L

R

R

L

SUBWOOFER

OUT

CD

IN

R

L

Connecting the subwoofer

45 – 60

You can enhance the bass by connecting a subwoofer.
Connect the input jack of a powered subwoofer to the rear panel,
using a cable with RCA pin plugs (not supplied).

Connecting Audio/Video Components

English

When connecting individual components, refer also to the manuals
supplied with them.

Analog Connections

Audio component connections

Use the cables with RCA pin plugs (not supplied).

• Connect the white plug to the audio left jack, and the red plug to
the audio right jack.

If your audio components have a COMPU LINK jack

See also page 30 for detailed information about the connection
and the COMPU LINK remote control system.

Powered subwoofer

Placing speakers

Front speakers (L/R) and center speaker (C)

• Place these speakers at the same height from the floor, at or near
ear level.

• Array across the front of the viewing area.

Surround speakers (LS/RS)

• Place these speakers alongside and slightly to the rear of (but not
behind) the listening position; well above ear level (60 cm to 90
cm higher).

• Point these speakers directly across the listening area, but not at
the listener’s ears.

Subwoofer (S.WFR)

• You can place it wherever you like since bass sound is non­directional. Normally place it in front of you.

L

C

R

S.WFR

CAUTION:

If you connect a sound-enhancing device such as a graphic
equalizer between the source components and this receiver,
the sound output through this receiver may be distorted.

CD player

CD player

To audio

output

Cassette deck/CD recorder

Cassette deck or CD recorder

LS

After connecting the speakers, set the speaker installation
information properly. You can use Quick Speaker Setup for
it (see page 18).

RS

To audio input

To audio output

Note:

When connecting a CD recorder to the TAPE/CDR jacks, change the
source name to “CDR,” which will be shown on the display when it is
selected as the source. See page 14 for details.

7

OUT

(REC)

VCR

IN

(PLAY)

VIDEO S-VIDEO

OUT

(REC)

VCR

IN

(PLAY)

BA C D E

R

L

R

L

VCR

IN

F G

MONITOR

OUT

MONITOR OUT

YP

B PR

TV SOUND

IN

AUDIO

RIGHT LEFT

A

B

C

D

R

L

Getting Started

Video component connections

Use the cables with RCA pin plugs (not supplied).

English

Connect the white plug to the audio left jack, the red plug to the
audio right jack, and the yellow plug to the video jack.

• For RX-6042S: If your video components have the video input/
output jacks of different types, connect them by using these jacks,
you can get better picture quality in the order:

Component video > S-video > Composite video

However, the video signals from one type of these input jacks

are transmitted only through the video output jacks of the
same type.

If your video components have an AV COMPU LINK jack

See also page 31 for detailed information about the connection
and the AV COMPU LINK remote control system.

VCR

Only for RX-6042S

Green

TV

Only for RX-6042S

Red

Blue

Green

VCR

Blue

Red

TV

Connect the TV to appropriate MONITOR OUT jacks to view
the playback picture from any other connected video
components.

Å To audio output
ı To component video input
Ç To S-video input
Î To composite video input

Å To S-video output
ı To composite video output
Ç To composite video input
Î To S-video input
‰ To component video output
Ï To audio output
Ì To audio input

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DVD

IN

DVD

IN

DVD

A

B

C

D

RIGHT LEFT

FRONT

SUB

WOOFER

AUDIO

RIGHT

SURR

LEFT

CENTER

DVD

IN

R

L

DVD player

DVD

IN

DVD

IN

DVD

R

L

L

A
B
C

E

D

F

G

RIGHT LEFT

FRONT

SUB

WOOFER

AUDIO

RIGHT

SURR

LEFT

DVD

IN

CENTER

R

• When you connect a DVD player with stereo output jacks:

Only for RX-6042S

Green

Blue

Red

Only for RX-6042S

English

• When you connect a DVD player with its analog discrete
output (5.1-channel reproduction) jacks:

This connection is the best connection method for enjoying
DVD Audio sounds.

• When a DVD Audio disc is played back, the original high-

quality sounds can be reproduced only using this connection.

Green

Blue

Red

DVD player

Å To component video output
ı To S-video output
Ç To composite video output
Î To left/right front channel audio output (or to audio-mixed

output if necessary)

Notes:

• For RX-6042S: When connecting a DVD player to the component
video input jacks, make the component video input setting (VIDEO
IN DVD) correctly for AV COMPU LINK. See page 22 for details.

• To enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS multi-channel software (including
Dual Mono software), connect the DVD player through the digital
input/output terminals.

DVD player

Å To subwoofer output
ı To center channel audio output
Ç To left/right front channel audio output
Î To component video output
‰ To S-video output
Ï To composite video output
Ì To left/right surround channel audio output

Note:

When connecting a DVD player to the component video input jacks,
make the component video input setting (VIDEO IN DVD) correctly for
AV COMPU LINK. See page 22 for details.

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