JVC RX-5052S, RX-5050B User Manual
AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial
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RX-5050B/RX-5052S
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INSTRUCTIONS
LVT1290-001A
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Warnings, Cautions and Others/
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.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES,
INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA
BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER
JUSQUAU FOND.
For U.S.A
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Mises en garde, précautions et indications diverses
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.:
1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet.
2. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
ATTENTION
Afin d’éviter tout risque d’électrocution, d’incendie, etc.:
1. Ne pas enlever les vis ni les panneaux et ne pas ouvrir
le coffret de l’appareil.
2. Ne pas exposer l’appareil à la pluie ni à l’humidité.
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.
Attention––Commutateur STANDBY/ON
Déconnecter la fiche de secteur pour couper complètement le
courant. Le commutateur STANDBY/ON ne coupe jamais
complètement la ligne de secteur, quelle que soit sa position.
Le courant peut être télécommandé.
G-1
!
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s
attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides
guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies
that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding
system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as
practical.
For Canada/pour le Canada
THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED THE
CLASS B LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE EMISSIONS FROM
DIGITAL APPARATUS AS SET OUT IN THE INTERFERENCE-CAUSING EQUIPMENT STANDARD ENTITLED
“DIGITAL APPARATUS,” ICES-003 OF THE DEPARTMENT
OF COMMUNICATIONS.
CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE RESPECTE LES LIMITES
DE BRUITS RADIOELECTRIQUES APPLICABLES AUX
APPAREILS NUMERIQUES DE CLASSE B PRESCRITES
DANS LA NORME SUR LE MATERIEL BROUILLEUR;
“APPAREILS NUMERIQUES”, NMB-003 EDICTEE PAR LE
MINISTRE DES COMMUNICATIONS.
Table of Contents
Remote
NOT
Parts Identification ...................................... 2
Getting Started ........................................... 4
Before Installation ...................................................................... 4
Checking the Supplied Accessories ........................................... 4
Putting Batteries in the Remote Control .................................... 4
Connecting the FM and AM Antennas ....................................... 4
Connecting the Speakers and Subwoofer ................................... 5
Connecting Audio/Video Components ....................................... 6
7 Analog Connections ............................................................... 6
7 Digital Connections ................................................................ 8
Connecting the Power Cord ....................................................... 8
Basic Operations ......................................... 9
Daily Operational Procedure ...................................................... 9
Turning On the Power ................................................................ 9
Selecting the Source to Play ....................................................... 9
Adjusting the Volume ............................................................... 10
Turning On and Off the Subwoofer Sound .............................. 11
Selecting the Analog or Digital Input Mode ............................ 11
Changing the Display Brightness ............................................. 12
Attenuating the Input Signal .................................................... 12
Changing the Source Name ...................................................... 12
Muting the Sound ..................................................................... 13
Using the Sleep Timer .............................................................. 13
Adjusting Sound ........................................ 21
Basic Adjustment Items ............................................................ 21
Basic Procedure ........................................................................ 21
7 Adjusting the Equalization Patterns ..................................... 22
7 Adjusting the Speaker Output Levels ................................... 22
7 Adjusting the Sound Parameters for the Surround
and DSP Modes .................................................................... 22
Using the Surround Modes ..........................
Reproducing Theater Ambience ................................................ 23
Introducing the Surround Modes ............................................. 23
Activating the Surround Modes ............................................... 25
23
Using the DSP Modes ................................ 26
Reproducing the Sound Field ................................................... 26
Introducing the DSP Modes ..................................................... 26
Activating the DSP Modes ....................................................... 27
Operating JVC’s Audio/Video Components ... 28
Operating Audio Components .................................................. 28
Operating Video Components .................................................. 29
Operating Other Manufacturers’ Video
Equipment ............................................ 30
Receiving Radio Broadcasts ........................ 14
Tuning in to Stations Manually ................................................ 14
Using Preset Tuning ................................................................. 14
Selecting the FM Reception Mode ........................................... 15
Basic Settings ........................................... 16
Quick Speaker Setup ................................................................ 16
Basic Setting Items ................................................................... 17
Basic Procedure ........................................................................ 17
7 Setting the Speakers ............................................................. 18
7 Setting the Speaker Distance ................................................ 18
7 Setting the Bass Sounds ....................................................... 18
7 Selecting the Main or Sub Channel ...................................... 19
7 Setting for Easy and Effective Surround Operations............ 20
7 Setting the Digital Input Terminals ...................................... 20
Troubleshooting ......................................... 32
Specifications............................................ 33
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
DVD VCR CD FM/AMTAPE/CDRTV SOUND
SOURCE NAME
3D - PHONIC
DUAL
MONO
H.PHONESBDSP
DIGITAL EQ
INPUT ATT
VOLUME
PRO LOGIC
VIRTUAL SB
TUNED
STEREO
AUTO MUTING
SLEEP
96/24
1
2
3
4
5
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s
d
t
y
6
7 8 9 p
q
a
3D - PHONIC
DUAL
MONO
H.PHONE
SB
DSP
DIGITAL EQ
INPUT ATT
VOLUME
PRO LOGIC
VIRTUAL SB
TUNED
STEREO
AUTO MUTING
SLEEP
96/24
-
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!
@
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#
Front Panel
See pages in parentheses for details.
1 STANDBY/ON
button and STANDBY lamp (9)
2 SURROUND/DSP OFF button (25, 27)
3 DSP button (26, 27)
4 SURROUND button (25)
5 Remote sensor
6 Display (For details, see “Display” below.)
7 Source selection buttons (9, 12)
DVD, VCR, TV SOUND, CD, TAPE/CDR (SOURCE
NAME), FM/AM
8 INPUT ANALOG button (12)
INPUT ATT button (12)
9 INPUT DIGITAL button (11)
Display
p DIMMER button (12)
q MASTER VOLUME control (10)
w PHONES jack (11)
e SPEAKERS ON/OFF button (11)
r SUBWOOFER OUT ON/OFF button (11)
t FM/AM TUNING 5/∞ buttons (14)
y FM/AM PRESET 5/∞ buttons (14)
u FM MODE button (15)
i MEMORY button (14)
o SETTING button (17)
; QUICK SPEAKER SETUP button (16)
a MULTI JOG (PUSH SET) dial (16, 17, 21)
s EXIT button (17, 21)
d ADJUST button (21)
See pages in parentheses for details.
1 ANALOG indicator (12)
2 DUAL MONO indicator (24)
3 H.PHONE indicator (11, 24, 26)
4 3D-PHONIC indicator (24, 26, 27)
5 VIRTUAL SB indicator (20)
PRO LOGIC II indicator (23, 26)
6
7 DSP indicator (26, 27)
8 DIGITAL EQ indicator (22)
9 TUNED indicator (14)
2
0 STEREO indicator (14)
- INPUT ATT indicator (12)
= AUTO MUTING indicator (15)
~ SLEEP indicator (13)
! VOLUME indicator (9)
@ Digital signal format indicators (11)
# Speaker indicators and signal indicators (10)
$ CH– indicator (14)
% Main display
Remote Control
AUDIO
TV/CATV
VCR
DVD
TEST
EFFECT
MENU
ENTER LEVEL
RETURN
SURROUND
/DSP
CD-DISC
SLEEP
REC PAUSE
FM MODE
SURROUND
DSP
DIMMER TV/VIDEO MUTING
OFF
VCR CH
TV/CATV 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
TV VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
TV CATV
A/V CONTROL
RECEIVER
TAPE/CDR CD DVD
FM/AM TV SOUND VCR
ANALOG
/DIGITAL
REW
FF
2
5
=
$
%
#
@
^
4
8
7
0
-
*
&
6
9
~
3
1
!
CAUTION :
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
AM
LOOP
AM
EXT
CD
IN
OUT
(REC)
IN
(PLAY)
OUT
(REC)
VCR
TV SOUND
IN
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
14
85 67
2 3
See pages in parentheses for details.
1 TV/CATV selector (30)
2 10 keys for selecting preset channels (15, 28)
10 keys for sound adjustment (22, 28)
10 keys for operating audio/video components (28 – 30)
3 SOUND button (22, 28)
4 REC PAUSE button (29, 31)
5 Source selection buttons (9, 10)
TAPE/CDR, CD, DVD, FM/AM, TV SOUND, VCR
6 FM MODE button (15, 28)
7 SURROUND button (25, 28)
8 DIMMER button (12, 28)
9 TV/VIDEO button (29, 30)
0 VCR CH +/– buttons (29, 31)
- TV/CATV CH +/– buttons (29, 30)
= STANDBY/ON
buttons (9, 28 – 31)
AUDIO, TV/CATV, VCR, DVD
~ SLEEP button (13, 28)
! Operating buttons for audio/video components
3, 8, 7, ¢/4, FF/REW (28, 29, 31)
@ CD-DISC button (29)
# ANALOG/DIGITAL button (11, 12, 28)
$ SURROUND/DSP OFF button (25, 27, 28)
% DSP button (26 – 28)
^ MUTING button (13, 28)
& VOLUME +/– button (10, 28)
* TV VOLUME +/– buttons (29, 30)
Rear Panel
See pages in parentheses for details.
1 DIGITAL IN terminals (8)
• Coaxial: DIGITAL 1 (DVD)
• Optical: DIGITAL 2 (CD)
2 AUDIO input/output jacks (6, 7)
• Input: CD IN, TAPE/CDR IN (PLAY), VCR IN (PLAY),
• Output: TAPE/CDR OUT (REC), VCR OUT (REC),
TV SOUND IN, DVD IN
SUBWOOFER OUT
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 VIDEO input/output jacks (7)
• Input: DVD IN, VCR IN (PLAY)
• Output: MONITOR OUT, VCR OUT (REC)
4 ANTENNA terminals (4, 5)
5 CENTER SPEAKER terminals (5)
6 SURROUND SPEAKERS terminals (5)
7 FRONT SPEAKERS terminals (5)
8 AC power cord (8)
3
AM
LOOP
AM
EXT
ANTENNA
COAXIAL
FM 75
FM 75
COAXIAL
A
M
LOO
P
A
M
EXT
ANTENNA
FM 75
COAXIAL
AM
LOO
P
AM
EXT
ANTENNA
Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections
have been made.
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 (23˚F and 95˚F).
• 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.
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)
If anything is missing, contact your dealer immediately.
Notes:
• Supplied batteries are for the initial setup. Replace for continued
use.
• After replacing the batteries, set the manufacturers’ codes again
(see pages 30 and 31).
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
A
Extend the supplied FM antenna
horizontally.
B
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.
4
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).
AM
LOOP
AM
EXT
ANTENNA
COAXIAL
FM 75
CENTER
SPEAKER
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
RIGHT
LEFT
FRONT
SPEAKERS
RIGHT
LEFT
CAUTION :
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
8
16
—
+
–
+
–
To center speaker
To right front speaker
To right surround speaker
To left surround
speaker
To left
front speaker
RIGHT
LEFT
+
–
RIGHT
LEFT
+
–
RIGHT
LEFT
+
–
Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections
have been made.
AM antenna connections
1
Outdoor single vinyl-covered wire (not supplied)
23
AM Loop Antenna
(supplied)
Snap the tabs on the loop into
the slots of the base to
assemble the AM loop
antenna.
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.
Connecting the speakers
1
2
3
4
1 Twist and remove the insulation at the end of
each speaker cord.
2 Press and hold the clamp of the speaker terminal.
3 Insert the speaker cord.
4 Release the finger from the clamp.
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.)
For each speaker (except for a subwoofer), connect the (+) and
(–) terminals on the rear panel to the (+) and (–) terminals
marked on the speakers.
5
SUBWOOFER
OUT
OUT
(REC)
IN
(PLAY)
TAPE
/CDR
L
R
R
L
CD
IN
R
L
Getting Started
45 – 60
Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections
have been made.
Connecting the subwoofer
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).
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 (2 ft) to
90 cm (3 ft) 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.
Connecting Audio/Video Components
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.
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
L
R
C
S.WFR
LS
RS
After connecting the speakers, set the speaker installation
information properly. You can use Quick Speaker Setup for
it (see page 16).
6
Cassette deck or CD recorder
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 12 for details.
AUDIO
DVD
IN
RIGHT LEFT
A
B
DVD
IN
DVD
R
L
MONITOR
OUT
TV SOUND
IN
AUDIO
RIGHT LEFT
A
B
R
L
OUT
(REC)
VCR
IN
(PLAY)
OUT
(REC)
VCR
IN
(PLAY)
R
L
R
L
A B DC
Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections
have been made.
Video component connections
Use the cables with RCA pin plugs (not supplied).
Connect the white plug to the audio left jack, the red plug to the
audio right jack, and the yellow plug to the video jack.
VCR
DVD player
DVD player
Å To composite video output
ı To left/right front channel audio output (or to audio-mixed
VCR
output if necessary)
Å To audio input
ı To audio output
Ç To composite video input
Î To composite video output
Note:
To enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS multi-channel software (including Dual
Mono software), connect the DVD player through the digital input/
output terminals.
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 composite video input
TV
7
DIGITAL IN
DIGITAL 1
(DVD)
DIGITAL 2 (CD)
Getting Started
Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections
have been made.
Digital Connections
By connecting the receiver and the source component through the
digital terminals, sound reproduction quality will be much improved.
In addition, you can enjoy multi-channel reproduction and some
other convenient functions.
IMPORTANT:
• When connecting a video component using the digital
terminals, you also need to connect it to the video jacks on
the rear. Without connecting it to the video jacks, you can
view no playback picture.
• After connecting the components using the DIGITAL IN
terminals, set the following correctly if necessary.
– Set the digital input (DIGITAL IN) terminal setting correctly.
For details, see “Setting the Digital Input Terminals” on
page 20.
– Select the digital input mode correctly. For details, see
“Selecting the Analog or Digital Input Mode” on page 11.
Digital input terminals
You can connect any digital components having coaxial or optical
digital output terminal.
Digital coaxial cable (not supplied)
between digital coaxial terminals
Note:
When shipped from the factory, the DIGITAL IN terminals have been
set for use with the following components:
– DIGITAL 1 (coaxial): For DVD player
– DIGITAL 2 (optical): For CD player
Connecting the Power Cord
Before plugging the receiver into an AC outlet, make sure that all
connections have been made.
Plug the power cord into an AC outlet.
Keep the power cord away from the connecting cables and the
antenna. The power cord may cause noise or screen interference.
Note:
The preset settings such as preset channels and sound adjustment
may be erased in a few days in the following cases:
– When you unplug the power cord.
– When a power failure occurs.
Digital optical cable (not supplied)
between digital optical terminals
When the component has a digital
coaxial output terminal, connect it to
the DIGITAL 1 (DVD) terminal, using a
digital coaxial cable (not supplied).
When the component has a digital
optical output terminal, connect it to the
DIGITAL 2 (CD) terminal, using a digital
optical cable (not supplied).
Before connecting a digital
optical cable, unplug the
protective plug.
CAUTIONS:
• Do not touch the power cord with wet hands.
• Do not pull on the power cord to unplug the cord. When
unplugging the cord, always grasp the plug so as not to
damage the cord.
8
Basic Operations
VOLUME
DVD
VCR
CD
FM/AM
TAPE/CDR
TV SOUND
SOURCE NAME
TAPE/CDR CD DVD
FM/AM TV SOUND VCR
VOLUME
The following operations are commonly used when you play any sound sources.
Operations hereafter will be explained using the buttons on the front panel.
You can also use the buttons on the remote control for the same functions if they have the same and similar names/marks.
Daily Operational Procedure
1 Turn on the power.
• See “Turning On the Power” below.
2 Select the source.
• See “Selecting the Source to Play” to the right.
3 Adjust the volume.
• See “Adjusting the Volume” on page 10.
4 Select the Surround or DSP modes.
• See “Activating the Surround Modes” (page 25) and
“Activating the DSP Modes” (page 27).
Turning On the Power
Selecting the Source to Play
When you have connected digital source components using the
digital terminals, first change the input mode for these components
to the digital input mode (see page 11).
Press one of the source selection buttons.
Selected source name appears.
On the front panel
Press STANDBY/ON (or STANDBY/ON AUDIO on
the remote control).
The STANDBY lamp goes off.
Current source name appears.
Current volume level appears.
To turn off the power (into standby mode),
press STANDBY/ON (or STANDBY/ON AUDIO on the
remote control) again.
The STANDBY lamp lights up.
Note:
A small amount of power is consumed in standby mode. To turn off
the power completely, unplug the AC power cord.
On the remote
Note:
When connecting a CD recorder to the TAPE/CDR jacks, change the
source name shown on the display. For details, see page 12.
9
SB SB
TAPE/CDR CD DVD
FM/AM TV SOUND VCR
Basic Operations
Speaker and signal indicators on the display
By checking the following indicators, you can easily confirm which
speakers you are activating and which signals are coming into this
receiver.
Signal indicatorsSpeaker indicators
What speaker indicators light depends on the speaker setting
(for details, see “Setting the Speakers” on page 18).
• The frames of “L,” “C,” “R,” “LS,” and “RS” light up, when the
corresponding speakers are set to “LARGE” or “SMALL.” Sounds
come out of the speakers whose speaker indicators is lit on the
display.
• The
pages 11 and 18).
The signal indicators light up to show the incoming signals.
L: • When digital input is selected: Lights up when the left
R: • When digital input is selected: Lights up when the right
C: Lights up when the center channel signal comes in.
LFE: Lights up when the LFE channel signal comes in.
LS: Lights up when the left surround channel signal comes in.
RS: Lights up when the right surround channel signal comes in.
S: Lights up when the monaural surround channel signal
SB: Lights up when the surround back channel signal comes in.
How to understand the speaker and signal indicator
illumination
indicator lights up when the subwoofer is activated (see
channel signal comes in.
• When analog input is selected: Always lights up.
channel signal comes in.
• When analog input is selected: Always lights up.
comes in.
Ex. No sound comes out of the
center speaker and surround
speakers though center
channel and surround
channel signals are coming
into this receiver.
Selecting different sources for picture and
sound
While watching pictures from a video source, you can listen to
sound of an audio source.
• Once you have selected a video source, pictures of the selected
source are sent to the TV until you select another video source.
Press one of the audio source selection buttons while viewing the
picture from a video component such as the VCR or DVD
player, etc.
CD
TAPE/CDR
SOURCE NAME
On the front panel
FM/AM
On the remote
Adjusting the Volume
On the front panel:
To increase the volume, turn MASTER VOLUME clockwise.
To decrease the volume, turn it counterclockwise.
On the remote control:
To increase the volume, press VOLUME +.
To decrease the volume, press VOLUME –.
CAUTION:
Always set the volume to the minimum before starting any
sources. If the volume is set at its high level, the sudden blast
of sound energy can permanently damage your hearing and/
or ruin your speakers.
Note:
The volume level can be adjusted within the range of “0” (minimum) to
“50” (maximum).
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Listening with headphones:
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You can enjoy not only stereo software but also multichannel software through the headphones. (Sounds are
down-mixed to the front channels while playing multi-channel
software.)
1 Press SPEAKERS ON/OFF to deactivate the speakers.
“HEADPHONE” appears for a while, and the H.PHONE
indicator lights on the display.
• If the Surround or DSP mode has been activated, “3D H
PHONE” appears for a while (and the DSP indicator also lights
up on the display)—3D Headphone Mode (3D H PHONE). For
details, see pages 24 and 26.
2 Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack on the front
panel.
• If you do not deactivate the speakers, no sound comes out of
the headphones.
After using the headphones, disconnect the headphones, then press
SPEAKERS ON/OFF again to activate the speakers.
CAUTION:
Be sure to turn down the volume....
• Before connecting or putting on headphones, as its high
volume can damage both the headphones and your hearing.
• Before turning on speakers again, as its high volume may
come out of the speakers.
Turning On and Off the
Subwoofer Sound
Selecting the Analog or Digital Input Mode
When you have connected digital source components using the both
analog and digital terminals (see pages 6 to 8), you can select the
input mode—either digital or analog—for these components.
Before you start, remember...
The digital input terminal setting should be correctly done for
the sources you want to select the digital input mode (see
“Setting the Digital Input Terminals” on page 20).
1 Press one of the source selection buttons (DVD,
TV SOUND, CD, TAPE/CDR*) for which you want to
change the input mode.
*
If “TAPE” is selected as the source, digital input mode is not
available. To change the source name, see “Changing the
Source Name” on page 12.
2 Press INPUT DIGITAL to select “DIGITAL AUTO.”
The DIGITAL AUTO indicator lights up on the display.
• When using the remote control, press ANALOG/DIGITAL.
Each time you press the button, the analog (ANALOG) and
digital (DIGITAL AUTO) input modes alternate.
You can cancel the subwoofer output even though you have
connected a subwoofer and have set “SUBWOOFER” to
“SUBWOOFER YES” (see page 18).
Press SUBWOOFER OUT ON/OFF to cancel the subwoofer
output.
Each time you press the button, subwoofer output is deactivated
(“SUBWOOFER OFF”) and activated (“SUBWOOFER ON”)
alternately.
• When subwoofer output is canceled, the
indicator goes off.
Bass sounds (and LFE signals) will be emitted through the front
speakers.
Notes:
• When subwoofer output is activated, you can also adjust the
subwoofer output level. For details, see page 22.
• You cannot deactivate the subwoofer output when you set “SMALL”
for the front speakers on the speaker size setting (see page 18) or
using Quick Speaker Setup (see page 16).
• You cannot activate the subwoofer output when you have set
“SUBWOOFER” to “SUBWOOFER NO” (see page 18).
• When you change the “SUBWOOFER” setting from “SUBWOOFER
NO” to “SUBWOOFER YES” (see page 18), subwoofer output is
automatically activated.
• When selecting “DIGITAL AUTO,” the following indicators
indicate the digital signal format of the incoming signal.
: Lights up when Linear PCM signals come
in.
: Lights up when Dolby Digital signals
come in.
: Lights up when conventional DTS signals
come in.
: Lights up when DTS 96/24 signals come
in.
No indicator lights up when the receiver cannot recognize the
digital signal format of the incoming signals.
Note:
For details about the digital signal formats, see pages 23 and 24.
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DIGITAL AUTO DOLBY DIGITAL
DTS SURROUND
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Basic Operations
When playing software encoded with Dolby Digital or DTS, the
following symptoms may occur:
• Sound does not come out at the beginning of playback.
• Noise comes out while searching for or skipping chapters or
tracks.
In this case, press INPUT DIGITAL repeatedly to select
“DOLBY DIGITAL” or “DTS SURROUND.”
• Each time you press INPUT DIGITAL, the input mode
changes as follows:
When “DOLBY DIGITAL” or “DTS SURROUND” is selected,
the DIGITAL AUTO indicator goes off, and the corresponding
digital signal format indicator lights up on the display.
• If the incoming signal does not match the selected digital signal
format, the indicator of the selected signal format will flash.
Note:
When you turn off the power or select another source, “DOLBY
DIGITAL” and “DTS SURROUND” settings are canceled and the digital
input mode is automatically reset to “DIGITAL AUTO.”
Attenuating the Input Signal
When the input level of the analog source is too high, the sounds
will be distorted. If this happens, you need to attenuate the input
signal level to prevent the sound distortion.
• Once you have made adjustment, it is memorized for each analog
source.
Press and hold INPUT ATT (INPUT ANALOG) so that the
INPUT ATT indicator lights up on the display.
• Each time you press and hold the button, the input attenuator
mode turns on (“INPUT ATT ON”) and off (“INPUT
NORMAL”).
Changing the Source Name
When you have connected a CD recorder to the TAPE/CDR jacks on
the rear panel, change the source name which will be shown on the
display.
To select the analog input mode
Press INPUT ANALOG (or ANALOG/DIGITAL on the remote
control repeatedly until “ANALOG” appears on the display). The
ANALOG indicator lights up.
Changing the Display Brightness
You can dim the display.
Press DIMMER.
• Each time you press the button, the display dims and brightens
alternately.
When changing the source name from “TAPE” to “CDR”:
1 Press TAPE/CDR (SOURCE NAME).
• Make sure “TAPE” appears on the display.
2 Press and hold SOURCE NAME (TAPE/CDR) until
“ASSIGN CDR” appears on the display.
To change the source name back to “TAPE,” repeat the same
procedure above.
Note:
Without changing the source name, you can still use the connected
components. However, there may be some inconvenience.
–“TAPE” will appear on the display when you select the CD recorder.
– You cannot use the digital input (see page 11) for the CD recorder.
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The following basic operations are possible only using the
2010 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
(Canceled)
OFF
remote control.
Recording a source
You can record any sources playing through the receiver to a
cassette deck (or a CD recorder) connected to the
TAPE/CDR jacks and the VCR connected to the VCR jacks at
the same time.
While recording, you can listen to the selected sound source at
whatever sound level you like without affecting the sound levels
of the recording.
TA/NEWS/INFO
REW
REC PAUSE
FF
SLEEP
CD-DISC
MUTING
Using the Sleep Timer
Muting the Sound
Muting the Sound
Press MUTING to mute the sound through all speakers and
headphones connected.
“MUTING” appears on the display and the volume turns off (the
VOLUME indicator and its level indication go off).
To restore the sound, press MUTING again.
• Turning MASTER VOLUME on the front panel or pressing
VOLUME +/– on the remote control also restores the sound.
Note:
The output volume level, Midnight Mode (see page 19),
Equalization patterns (see page 22), Surround modes and DSP
modes (see pages 23 to 26) cannot affect the recording.
Basic adjustment auto memory
This receiver memorizes sound settings for each source—
• when you turn off the power,
• when you change the source,
• when you change the analog/digital input modes, and
• when you assign the source name (see page 12).
When you change the source, the memorized settings for the
newly selected source are automatically recalled.
The following can be stored for each source:
• Analog/digital input mode (see page 11)
• Input attenuator mode (see page 12)
• Equalization pattern (see page 22)
• Speaker output levels (see page 22)
• Surround and DSP mode selection (see pages 23 and 26)
Notes:
• If the source is FM or AM, you can assign a different setting for
each band.
• A sound setting assigned for a digital component is valid for
both the analog and digital input modes.
Using the Sleep Timer
Using the Sleep Timer, you can fall asleep while listening to music.
When the shut-off time comes, the receiver turns off automatically.
Press SLEEP repeatedly.
The SLEEP indicator lights up on the display, and the shut-off time
changes in 10 minutes intervals:
To check or change the time remaining until the shut-off time:
Press SLEEP once.
The remaining time until the shut-off time appears in minutes.
• To change the shut-off time, press SLEEP repeatedly.
To cancel the Sleep Timer:
Press SLEEP repeatedly until “SLEEP OFF” appears on the display.
The SLEEP indicator goes off.
• Turning off the power also cancels the Sleep Timer.
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Receiving Radio Broadcasts
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VOLUME
TUNED
STEREO
AUTO MUTING
VOLUME
AUTO MUTING
VOLUME
TUNED
STEREO
AUTO MUTING
VOLUME
TUNED
STEREO
AUTO MUTING
VOLUME
TUNED
STEREO
AUTO MUTING
You can browse through all the stations or use the preset function to go immediately to a particular station.
Tuning in to Stations Manually
1 Press FM/AM to select the band (FM or AM).
Each time you press the button, the band alternates between FM
and AM.
The last received station of the selected band is tuned in.
2 Press FM/AM TUNING 5 or ∞ repeatedly until
you find the frequency you want.
• Pressing FM/AM TUNING 5 increases the frequency.
• Pressing FM/AM TUNING ∞ decreases the frequency.
Using Preset Tuning
Once a station is assigned to a channel number, the station can be
quickly tuned in. You can preset up to 30 FM and 15 AM stations.
To store the preset stations
Before you start, remember...
There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is
canceled before you finish, start from step 2 again.
1 Tune in the station you want to preset (see
“Tuning in to Stations Manually”).
• If you want to store the FM reception mode for this station,
select the FM reception mode you want. See “Selecting the
FM Reception Mode” on page 15.
2 Press MEMORY.
Notes:
• When a station of sufficient signal strength is tuned in, the TUNED
indicator lights up on the display.
• When an FM stereo program is received, the STEREO indicator
also lights up.
• When you hold and then release the button in step 2, the frequency
keeps changing until a station is tuned in.
The channel number position starts flashing on the display for
about 5 seconds.
3 Press FM/AM PRESET 5 or ∞ to select a
channel number while the channel number
position is flashing.
4 Press MEMORY again while the selected channel
number is flashing on the display.
The selected channel number stops flashing.
The station is assigned to the selected channel number.
5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 until you store all the stations
you want.
To erase a stored preset station
Storing a new station on a used number erases the previously stored
one.
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To tune in a preset station
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REC PAUSE
1
4
7
10
2
5
8
3
6
9
10
REW
FF
TA/NEWS/INFO
FM/AM
TUNED
STEREO
AUTO MUTING
AUTO MUTING MODE MONO
On the front panel:
1 Press FM/AM to select the band (FM or AM).
Each time you press the button, the band alternates between FM
and AM.
Selecting the FM Reception Mode
When an FM stereo broadcast is hard to receive or noisy, you can
change the FM reception mode while receiving an FM broadcast.
• You can store the FM reception mode for each preset station (see
page 14).
2 Press FM/AM PRESET 5 or ∞ until you find the
channel you want.
• Pressing FM/AM PRESET 5 increases the number.
• Pressing FM/AM PRESET ∞ decreases the number.
On the remote control:
1 Press FM/AM to select the band (FM or AM).
The last received station of the selected band is tuned in.
• Each time you press the button, the band alternates between
FM and AM.
2 Press the 10 keys to select a preset channel
number.
• For channel number 5, press 5.
• For channel number 15, press +10 then 5.
• For channel number 20, press +10 then 10.
• For channel number 30, press +10, +10, then 10.
While listening to an FM station, press FM MODE.
• Each time you press the button, the FM reception mode alternates
between “AUTO MUTING” and “MODE MONO.”
AUTO MUTING: Normally select this.
When a program is broadcasted in stereo,
you will hear stereo sound; when in
monaural, you will hear monaural sounds.
This mode is also useful to suppress static
noise between stations.
The AUTO MUTING indicator lights up on
the display. (Initial setting)
MODE MONO: Select this to improve the reception (but
stereo effect will be lost).
In this mode, you will hear noise while
tuning in to the stations.
The AUTO MUTING indicator goes off
from the display (the STEREO indicator
goes off).
Note:
After you operate any source other than the tuner using the remote
control, the FM MODE button on the remote control does not work.
In this case, press FM/AM on the remote control, then press FM
MODE.
Note:
When you use the 10 keys on the remote control, be sure that they
are activated for the tuner, not for the CD and others. (See page 28.)
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5.0CH “ 5.1CH “ 2.0CH “ 2.1CH “ 3.0CH “
3.1CH “ 4.0CH “ 4.1CH “ (Back to the beginning)
L (Large) S (Small)
M (Medium)
Some of the following settings are required after connecting and positioning your speakers while others will make
operations easier. You can use QUICK SPEAKER SETUP to easily set up your speaker configuration.
Quick Speaker Setup
Quick Speaker Setup helps you to easily and quickly register the
speaker size and speaker distance according to your listening room
to create the best possible surround effect.
• You can also register each speaker’s information manually.
For details, see page 18.
Before you start, remember...
There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is
canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again.
1 Press QUICK SPEAKER SETUP.
“SPK=” and the initial speaker channel number (5.0CH)
appear.
2 Turn MULTI JOG to select an appropriate
number of the connected speakers (speaker
channel number).
As you turn the jog, the speaker channel number changes as
follows.
• For the details of speaker channel number, see “Speaker
channel number and the size.”
5 Press in MULTI JOG (PUSH SET).
“COMPLETE” appears on the display, then goes back to the
source indication.
Note:
This procedure will not be completed if you stop in the middle of the
setting process.
Speaker channel number and speaker size
You can find how each of the speaker size is defined according to
the number of connected speakers (speaker channel “CH” number)
you select.
• Subwoofer (S.WFR) is counted as 0.1 channel.
CH
2.0CH LARGE NONE NONE NO
2.1CH SMALL NONE NONE YES
3.0CH LARGE SMALL NONE NO
3.1CH SMALL SMALL NONE YES
4.0CH LARGE NONE SMALL NO
4.1CH SMALL NONE SMALL YES
5.0CH LARGE SMALL SMALL NO
5.1CH SMALL SMALL SMALL YES
Room size and speaker distance/output level
According to the selected room size, speaker distance and speaker
output level for each activated speaker is set as follows:
The size of the connected speakers
L/R C LS/RS S.WFR
3 Press in MULTI JOG (PUSH SET).
“ROOM SIZE=” and the initial room size setting appear.
4 Turn MULTI JOG to select an appropriate room
size to match to your listening room.
As you turn the jog, the room size changes as follows.
• To select your appropriate room size, see “Room size and
speaker distance/output level.”
Room
size
L L/R 3.0 m (10 ft) 0 dB
(Large) C 3.0 m (10 ft) 0 dB
M L/R 2.7 m (9 ft) 0 dB
(Medium) C 2.4 m (8 ft) –2 dB
S L/R 2.4 m (8 ft) 0 dB
(Small) C 2.1 m (7 ft) –2 dB
Notes:
• In the tables above, “L” stands for the left front speaker, “R” for the
right front speaker, “C” for the center speaker, “LS” for the left
surround speaker, “RS” for the right surround speaker, and “S.WFR”
for the subwoofer.
•
Once Quick Speaker Setup is performed, the speaker output levels
are also set to appropriate values automatically (common to all
sources). If you want to set the speaker output levels separately for
each source, see “Adjusting the Speaker Output Levels” on page 22.
Speaker Distance
LS/RS 3.0 m (10 ft) 0 dB
LS/RS 2.1 m (7 ft) –3 dB
LS/RS 1.5 m (5 ft) –4 dB
Output
level
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On the following pages, you can adjust the following items:
• You can only select the items currently available. For details, see
the explanation of each item.
Items To do See page
SUBWOOFER*
FRNT SPEAKERS*
CNTR SPEAKER*
SURR SPEAKERS*
DISTANCE UNIT
FRONT L DIST*
FRONT R DIST*
CENTER DIST*
SURR L DIST*
SURR R DIST*
SUBWOOFER OUT
CROSSOVER
LFE ATTENUATE
MIDNIGHT MODE
DUAL MONO
AUTO SURROUND
VIRTUAL SBACK
DIGITAL IN
Note:
*
These items can be set using Quick Speaker Setup.
Register your subwoofer. 18
Register your front speaker size. 18
Register your center speaker size. 18
Register your surround speaker size. 18
Select the measuring unit for the
speaker distance. 18
Register the distance from the left front
speaker to your listening point. 18
Register the distance from the right front
speaker to your listening point. 18
Register the distance from the center
speaker to your listening point. 18
Register the distance from the left
surround speaker to your listening
point. 18
Register the distance from the right
surround speaker to your listening
point. 18
Select the type of the sounds emitted from
the subwoofer. 18
Select the cutoff frequency to the
subwoofer. 19
Attenuate the bass (LFE) sounds. 19
Reproduce a powerful sound at night. 19
Select the Dual Mono sound channel. 19
Turn on or off Auto Surround. 20
Turn on or off Virtual Surround Back. 20
Select the component connected to
digital input terminal. 20
Basic Procedure
Before you start, remember...
There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is
canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again.
Ex. When setting Auto Surround to “AUTO SURR ON.”
1 Press SETTING.
The last selected item appears on the display.
2 Turn MULTI JOG until an item you want
appears on the display.
• In this example, select “AUTO SURROUND.” For available
items, see the list “Basic Setting Items.”
3 Press in MULTI JOG (PUSH SET).
The current setting for the selected item appears on the display.
4 Turn MULTI JOG until a setting you want
appears on the display.
5 Press in MULTI JOG (PUSH SET).
6 Repeat steps 2 to 5 to set other items if necessary.
7 Press EXIT.
The source indication resumes on the display.
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Basic Settings
Setting the Speakers
To obtain the best possible surround effect from the Surround and
DSP modes, register the setting about the speaker arrangement after
all connections are completed.
• If you have used Quick Speaker Setup on page 16, this setting is
not required.
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Speaker distance—FRONT L DIST, FRONT R DIST,
CENTER DIST, SURR L DIST, SURR R DIST
Set the distance from the listening point within the range of
0.3 m (1 ft) to 9.0 m (30 ft), in 0.3 m (1 ft) intervals.
• When shipped from the factory, distance for each speaker is
set to “3.0m (10FT).”
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Subwoofer setting—SUBWOOFER
Select whether you have connected a subwoofer or not.
SUBWOOFER YES: Select when a subwoofer is connected.
SUBWOOFER NO: Select when no subwoofer is used.
Note:
If you have selected “SUBWOOFER NO” for the subwoofer, you
cannot use the SUBWOOFER OUT ON/OFF button on the front
panel.
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Speaker size—FRNT SPEAKERS, CNTR SPEAKER,
SURR SPEAKERS
Select the size for each connected speaker.
LARGE: Select when the speaker size is relatively large.
SMALL: Select when the speaker size is relatively small.
NONE: Select this when you have not connected a
speaker. (Not selectable for the front speakers)
Notes:
• Keep the following comments in mind as reference when
adjusting.
– If the size of the cone speaker unit built in your speaker is
larger than 12 cm (4 3/4 inches), select “LARGE,” and if it is
smaller than 12 cm (4 3/4 inches), select “SMALL.”
• If you have selected “SUBWOOFER NO” for the subwoofer
setting, you can only select “LARGE” for the front speakers.
• If you have selected “SMALL” for the front speakers, you cannot
select “LARGE” for the center and surround speakers.
Setting the Speaker Distance
The distance from your listening point to the speakers is another
important element to obtain the best possible sound of the Surround
and DSP modes. Set the distance from your listening point to the
speakers.
By referring to the speaker distance setting, this unit automatically
sets the delay time of the sound through each speaker so that sounds
through all the speakers can reach you with the same timing.
• If you have used Quick Speaker Setup on page 16, this setting is
not required.
Measuring unit—DISTANCE UNIT
¶
Select which measuring unit you use.
Note:
You cannot set the speaker distance for the speakers you have
selected “NONE.”
C
LR
2.4 m
(8 ft)
2.1 m
(7 ft)
LS
Ex. In the above case, set the speaker distance as follows:
Front speakers: 3.0m (10FT)
Center speaker: 3.0m (10FT)
Surround speakers: 2.7m (9FT)
2.7 m
(9 ft)
3.0 m
(10 ft)
RS
3.3 m
(11 ft)
Setting the Bass Sounds
You can adjust subwoofer and bass sounds precisely according to
your preference.
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Subwoofer output—SUBWOOFER OUT
You can select the type of the signal which can be transmitted
through the subwoofer. In other words, you can determine
whether or not the bass elements of the front speaker channels
are transmitted through the subwoofer regardless of the front
speaker size setting (either “SMALL” or “LARGE”).
Select one of the following:
SWFR LFE: Select to emit only the LFE signals (while
playing Dolby Digital and DTS software) or the
bass elements of the “SMALL” front speakers
(while playing any source other than the above).
SWFR LFE+MAIN: Select to always emit the bass elements of
the front speaker channels (MAIN). While
playing Dolby Digital and DTS software, the
bass element and the LFE signals are both
emitted.
UNIT METER: Select to set the distance in meters.
UNIT FEET: Select to set the distance in feet.
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Note:
If you have selected “SUBWOOFER NO” for the subwoofer, this
function is not available.
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Crossover frequency—CROSSOVER
You can select the crossover frequency for the small speakers
used. The signals below the preset frequency level will be sent to
and be reproduced by the subwoofer (or by “LARGE” speakers
when “SUBWOOFER” is set to “SUBWOOFER NO”).
Select one of the crossover frequency levels according to the
size of the small speaker connected.
CROSS 80HZ: Select when the cone speaker unit built in the
speaker is about 12 cm (4
3
/4 inches).
CROSS 100HZ: Select when the cone speaker unit built in the
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speaker is about 10 cm (3
/16 inches).
CROSS 120HZ: Select when the cone speaker unit built in the
3
speaker is about 8 cm (3
CROSS 150HZ: Select when the cone speaker unit built in the
speaker is about 6 cm (2
/16 inches).
3
/8 inches).
CROSS 200HZ: Select when the cone speaker unit built in the
speaker is about 5 cm (2 inches).
Notes:
• If you have selected “LARGE” for all activated speakers (see page
18), this function is fixed to “CROSS OFF.”
• Crossover frequency is not valid for “HEADPHONE” and
“3D H PHONE.”
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Low frequency effect attenuator—LFE ATTENUATE
If the bass sound is distorted while playing back software
encoded with Dolby Digital or DTS, set the LFE level to
eliminate distortion.
• This function takes effect only when the LFE signals come in.
Select one of the following:
LFE ATT 0dB: Normally select this.
LFE ATT −10dB: Select when the bass sound is distorted.
Selecting the Main or Sub Channel
You can select the playback sound (channel) you want while playing
digital software recorded (or broadcast) in Dual Mono mode (see
page 24), which includes two monaural channels separately.
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Dual Mono—DUAL MONO
Select the playback sounds (channel).
MONO MAIN: Select to play back the main channel (Ch 1).*
Signal indicator “L” lights up while playing
back this channel.
MONO SUB: Select to play back the sub-channel (Ch 2).*
Signal indicator “R” lights up while playing
back this channel.
MONO ALL: Select to play back both the main and sub-
channels (Ch 1/Ch 2).*
Signal indicators “L” and “R” light up while
playing back these channels.
Notes:
• The Dual Mono format is not identical with bilingual broadcasting or
the MTS (Multichannel Television Sound) format used for TV
programs. So this setting does not take effect while watching
bilingual or MTS programs.
*
Dual Mono signals can be heard from the following speakers—L
(left front speaker), R (right front speaker), and C (center
speaker)—with respect to the current Surround setting.
With Surround Activated
Dual Mono
Setting SMALL/LARGE NONE
MAIN Ch 1 Ch 1 — Ch 1 — Ch 1 Ch 1
SUB Ch 2 Ch 2 — Ch 2 — Ch 2 Ch 2
ALL Ch 1 Ch 2 — Ch 1+Ch 2 — Ch 1+Ch 2 Ch 1+Ch 2
Without Surround
LRLCRL R
Center speaker setting
Midnight mode—MIDNIGHT MODE
¶
You can enjoy a powerful sound at night using Midnight Mode.
Select one of the following:
MIDNIGHT 1: Select when you want to reduce the
dynamic range a little.
MIDNIGHT 2: Select when you want to apply the
compress effect fully (useful at midnight).
MIDNIGHT OFF: Select when you want to enjoy playback
with its full dynamic range (no effect
applied).
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Basic Settings
Setting for Easy and Effective Surround
Operations
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Auto Surround—AUTO SURROUND
Auto Surround works when the unit detects the incoming digital
signal. In other words, it works...
• When you select the digital source (the source with digital
input selected for it), and
• When you change the input mode from analog to digital.
Select “AUTO SURR ON” to activate Auto Surround.
AUTO SURR ON:
• When multi-channel signal is detected, an appropriate
Surround mode will be turned on.
• When Dolby Digital 2-channel with surround signals
is detected, “PLII MOVIE” will be selected.
• When Dolby Digital 2-channel without surround
signals is detected, “SURROUND OFF” will be
selected.
• When Linear PCM signal is detected, nothing will
change.
AUTO SURR OFF: Select to deactivate Auto Surround.
Notes:
• This function does not take effect in the following cases:
– While playing an analog source,
– While selecting any of DSP modes (see page 26), or one of the
fixed digital input mode—“DOLBY DIGITAL” or “DTS
SURROUND” (see page 12), and
– While listening with the headphones—“HEADPHONE” or
“3D H PHONE” (see pages 11 and 24).
• If you select another Surround mode or DSP mode (or deactivate
the Surround/DSP mode) manually, Auto Surround, if in use, will be
canceled temporarily for the currently selected source.
Auto Surround setting will be restored in the following cases:
– When you turn the receiver off and on,
– When you change the source,
– When you change the analog/digital input, and
– When you select “AUTO SURR ON” again.
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Virtual Surround Back—VIRTUAL SBACK
You can enjoy the surround back channel while playing back
Dolby Digital Surround EX software or DTS-ES software
without the surround back speakers. This function creates the
great surround effect from the behind as if you have connected
the surround back speakers.
Select “VRTL SB ON” to activate Virtual Surround Back.
VRTL SB ON: While you play Dolby Digital Surround EX
software or DTS-ES software, the VIRTUAL SB
(Surround Back) indicator lights up.
VRTL SB OFF: Select to deactivate Virtual Surround Back.
Notes:
• When you have set “NONE” for “SURR SPEAKERS,” this function is
not available.
• While playing back DTS-ES Matrix software with DTS 96/24, DTS
96/24 processing will not be performed with Virtual Surround Back
activated. To apply the processing, deactivate Virtual Surround
Back.
• Virtual Surround Back may not be applied to some software.
• Virtual Surround Back only works for Surround modes (see page
25). This function does not work when activating the DSP mode
(see page 27).
Setting the Digital Input Terminals
When you use the digital input terminals, register which components
you have connected to the digital input terminals.
Digital Input terminal—DIGITAL IN
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Set the components connected to the digital terminals.
• As you rotate MULTI JOG, the digital input terminals are set
to used for the following digital components:
1DVD 2CD “ 1DVD 2TV “ 1DVD 2CDR “
1CD 2DVD “ 1CD 2TV “ 1CD 2CDR “
1TV 2DVD “ 1TV 2CD “ 1TV 2CDR “
1CDR 2DVD “ 1CDR 2CD “ 1CDR 2TV “
(back to the beginning)
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Adjusting Sound
Remote
NOT
You can make sound adjustment to your preference after completing basic settings.
Basic Adjustment Items
On the following pages, you can adjust the following items:
• You can adjust only the items applicable to the current sound
mode.
Items To do See page
DEQ 63HZ Adjust equalizer pattern at 63 Hz. 22
DEQ250HZ Adjust equalizer pattern at 250 Hz. 22
DEQ 1KHZ Adjust equalizer pattern at 1 kHz. 22
DEQ 4KHZ Adjust equalizer pattern at 4 kHz. 22
DEQ16KHZ Adjust equalizer pattern at 16 kHz. 22
SUBWFR LEVEL Adjust the subwoofer output level. 22
FRONT L LEVEL Adjust the left front speaker output
level. 22
FRONT R LEVEL Adjust the right front speaker output
level. 22
CENTER LEVEL Adjust the center speaker output
level. 22
SURR L LEVEL Adjust the left surround speaker
output level. 22
SURR R LEVEL Adjust the right surround speaker
output level. 22
EFFECT*
PANORAMA CTRL
1
Adjust the effect level. 22
*2Add “wraparound” sound effect with
side-wall image. 22
Basic Procedure
Before you start, remember...
There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is
canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again.
Ex. When adjusting the subwoofer level to “–3.”
1 Press ADJUST.
The last selected item appears on the display.
2 Turn MULTI JOG until an item you want
appears on the display.
• In this example, select “SUBWFR LEVEL.” For available
items, see the list “Basic Adjustment Items.”
Notes:
1
*
Adjustable when one of the DAP modes or Mono Film (see pages
26 and 27) is in use.
2
*
Adjustable when Pro Logic II Music is in use.
3 Press in MULTI JOG (PUSH SET).
The current setting (or level) for the selected item appears on the
display.
4 Turn MULTI JOG to select a setting you want or
to make an adjustment as you like.
5 Press in MULTI JOG (PUSH SET).
6 Repeat steps 2 to 5 to set other items if necessary.
7 Press EXIT.
The source indication resumes on the display.
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