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JVC RX-554VBK User Manual

For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which are located either on the rear, bottom or side of the cabinet. Retain this information for future reference.
Model No. Serial No.
AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER
RX-554VBK
POWER
AUDIO
TV VCR
CD
3D-PHONIC
SURROUND
DAP MODE
TAPE
123
EFFECT DELAY
TEST
TUNER/
BAND
456
SEA MODE
REAR
–+
VCR
7/P 8 9
CENTER
–+
SEA 
VIDEO
10
+10
PRESET
SOUND
ONE TOUCH
PHONO
CONTROL
OPERATION
CD-DISC
TV CH
VCR CH
–+
–+
TV VOL.
–+
TV/
VIDEO
VOLUME
–+
MUTING
RM-SR554U REMOTE CONTROL
STANDBY
POWER
RX-554V AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER
PHONES SPEAKERS
12
_ON —OFF
MASTER VOLUME
–+
TUNER/BAND PRESET SEA SOURCE SURROUND ADJUST
MEMORY
INSTRUCTIONS
SETTING
ONE TOUCH OPERATION
[J]
Warnings, Cautions and Others
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.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.  The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.:
1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet.
2. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
Caution –– POWER switch!
Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. The POWER switch in any position does not disconnect the mains line. The power can be remote controlled.
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Once you have found the best DAP, 3D-PHONIC and Surround mode settings for your listening room, note them in the table below for future reference (even though the receiver memorizes the settings until you change them).
For actual setting procedures, see pages 22 to 32.
DAP Mode Dance Club Live Club Hall Pavilion Headphones
Rear Speaker Level*
Effect Level
3D-PHONIC Mode 3D Action 3D Drama 3D Theater
Effect Level
Surround Mode Dolby Pro Logic Dolby 3ch Logic Theater Surround
Center Mode
Delay Time
Center Speaker Level Rear Speaker Level* Effect Level
* The left rear speaker level and right rear speaker level for DAP and the surround modes cannot be stored separately.
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Table of Contents
Parts Identification...................................................................................... 2
Easy Set Up & Operations ............................................................................ 3
Getting Started........................................................................................... 5
Before Installation...................................................................................................................................................................5
Checking the Supplied Accessories ........................................................................................................................................ 5
Connecting the FM and AM Antennas ................................................................................................................................... 6
Connecting the Speakers.........................................................................................................................................................7
Connecting Audio/Video Components ................................................................................................................................... 8
Connecting the Power Cord .................................................................................................................................................. 10
Putting Batteries in the Remote Control ............................................................................................................................... 10
Basic Operations ....................................................................................... 11
Turning the Power On and Off ............................................................................................................................................. 11
Selecting the Source to Play ................................................................................................................................................. 11
Adjusting the Volume ........................................................................................................................................................... 12
Selecting the Front Speakers.................................................................................................................................................12
Muting the Sound..................................................................................................................................................................12
Recording a Source ............................................................................................................................................................... 13
Listening with Headphones .................................................................................................................................................. 13
Basic Settings........................................................................................... 14
Adjusting the Front Speaker Output Balance ....................................................................................................................... 14
Listening at Low Volume (Loudness) ................................................................................................................................... 14
Using the Sleep Timer........................................................................................................................................................... 14
Selecting the Center Speaker Size ........................................................................................................................................ 15
One Touch Operation .................................................................................. 16
About the One Touch Operation ...........................................................................................................................................16
Using the One Touch Operation ........................................................................................................................................... 16
Receiving Radio Broadcasts ........................................................................ 17
Tuning in Stations Manually................................................................................................................................................. 17
Using Preset Tuning.............................................................................................................................................................. 17
Selecting the FM Reception Mode ....................................................................................................................................... 19
Using the Preset SEA Modes...................................................................... 20
Selecting Your Favorite SEA Mode...................................................................................................................................... 20
Activating the Surround Sounds ................................................................. 22
Using JVC 3D-PHONIC Modes........................................................................................................................................... 23
Using the DAP Modes ..........................................................................................................................................................25
Speaker Arrangements for Surround Modes ......................................................................................................................... 27
Preparing for Surround Modes ............................................................................................................................................. 28
Using Surround Modes .........................................................................................................................................................32
COMPU LINK Remote Control System ......................................................... 33
Operating Other Components ..................................................................... 34
Troubleshooting......................................................................................... 36
Specifications............................................................................................ 37
1
Parts Identification
Become familiar with the buttons and controls on the receiver before use.
#
$ %
^ & *
1
POWER
-
CD
DAP MODE
TAPE
EFFECT DELAY
TUNER/
BAND
SEA MODE
VCR
VIDEO
PRESET
PHONO
CONTROL
TV CH
TV VOL.
–+
TV/
VIDEO
RX-554V AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER
STANDBY
POWER
TV VCR AUDIO
3D-PHONIC
SURROUND
123
456
7/P 8 9
SEA 
SOUND
+–
–+
RM-SR554U REMOTE CONTROL
TEST
REAR
–+
CENTER
–+
10 +10
ONE TOUCH OPERATION
CD-DISC
VCR CH
–+
VOLUME
MUTING
23
MASTER VOLUME
–+
PHONES SPEAKERS
12
_ON —OFF
4
67
5
TUNER/BAND PRESET SEA SOURCE SURROUND ADJUST
MEMORY
=~ !
Refer to the pages in parentheses for details.
(
)
_ +
¡ ™
£
¢
Front Panel
1
Remote sensor (10)
2
Display (11)
3
MASTER VOLUME control (12)
4
MEMORY button (17)
5
TUNER/BAND button and lamp (17)
6
PRESET SEA button and lamp (20)
7
SOURCE button and lamp (11)
8
SURROUND button and lamp (23, 25,
28)
9 0
-
= ~ ! @
Remote Control
#
Source buttons (CD, TAPE, TUNER/ BAND, VCR, VIDEO, PHONO) (11, 34, 35)
$
SOUND CONTROL button (21, 24, 26, 30, 32)
To use JVC VCR, cassette deck and CD player after adjusting preset SEA or surround modes using SOUND CONTROL, press the corresponding source button (VCR, TAPE or CD) prior to using JVC audio/video operating buttons (£).
%
TV CH (Channel) buttons (+/–) (35)
^
TV VOL. (Volume) buttons (+/–) (35)
& * (
)
_ + ¡ ™
VCR CH (Channel) buttons (+/–) (35)
£
¢
9
8
0
SETTING
ONE TOUCH OPERATION
@
ADJUST button and lamp (23, 25, 28) SETTING button and lamp (14, 15) POWER button and STANDBY lamp (11) PHONES jack (13) SPEAKERS 1/2 buttons (12, 13) Control % / fi / @ / # buttons ONE TOUCH OPERATION button and lamp (16)
TV/VIDEO buttton (35) VOLUME buttons (+/–) (12) POWER buttons (TV, VCR, AUDIO) (11, 35) 10 keys/Audio control buttons (18, 21, 24, 26, 30, 32, 34) SEA PRESET button (21) ONE TOUCH OPERATION button (16) CD-DISC button (34)
Operating buttons for JVC audio/video components (34, 35) MUTING button (12)
2
Easy Set Up & Operations
If you are already familiar with audio components, these two pages just you opened give you enough information to operate your RX-554VBK for enjoyment of surround sound in your listening room.
TV
To video input
Rear Speaker
Front
Speaker
Front
Speaker
Center Speaker
MASTER VOLUME
RX-554V AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER
STANDBY
PHONES SPEAKERS
POWER
Speaker Signal Cable
ANTENNA
FM 75
FM
GND
GND
AM
LOOP
PHONO
AM EXT
L
R
TAPE/VCR
CD TAPE
OUT
(REC)
VIDEOVIDEO
OUT
(REC)
VIDEO
IN
OUT
(PLAY)
(REC)
MONITOR
COMPU LINK-3
OUT
(SYNCHRO)
IN
(PLAY)
VCR
IN
AUDIO
LEFT
RIGHT
SUBWOOFER
OUT
CENTER
SPEAKER
(PLAY)
TUNER/BAND PRESET SEA SOURCE SURROUND ADJUST
–+
12
_ON —OFF
SETTING
MEMORY
ONE TOUCH OPERATION
Speaker Signal Cable
Speaker Signal Cable
FRONT SPEAKERS
RIGHT LEFT
–
+
–
1
2
RIGHT LEFT
++ ––
+
+
–
–
+
REAR
SPEAKERS
Subwoofer
1
2
Rear Speaker
RX-554VBK
3
Speaker Signal Cable
To audio/video input
ANTENNA
IN OUT
To RF output
If your TV does not have a video input
VCR
OUT
IN VIDEO AUDIO
L
AUDIO
R
To TV antenna input
Speaker Signal Cable
To audio/video output
TV
RX-554V AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER
CT
PE
Y
P
MO
MASTER VOLUME
–+
TUNER/BAND PRESET SEA SOURCE SURROUND ADJUST
MEMORY
SETTING
ONE TOUCH OPERATION
2
. Select the source.
AUDIO
POWER
VCR
3
TV
2
TEST
VIDEO
1
EFFECT
PHONO
4
SEA MODE
7/P
PRESET
SEA
TV CH
DELAY
VIDEO
SOUND CONTROL
TV/
5
TV VOL
6
9
REAR
8
CENTER
10
CD-DISC
+10
ONE TOUCH
OPERATION
VCR CH
VOLUME MUTING
RM-SR554U REMOTE CONTROL
CD
DAP MODE 3D-PHONIC SURROUND
TAPE
TUNER/
BAND
VCR
VCR
STANDBY
POWER
PHONES SPEAKERS
12
_ON —OFF
TV
CD
1
DAP MODE 3D-PHONIC SURROUND
TAPE
EFFECT
TUNER/
BAND
VCR
VIDEO
PHONO
POWER
VCR
4
SEA MODE
7/P
SEA
PRESET
2
DELAY
SOUND CONTROL
TV CH
TV VOL.
TV/
VIDEO
AUDIO
5
8
3
TEST
REAR
CENTER
10
CD-DISC
6
9
+10
ONE TOUCH
OPERATION
VCR CH
VOLUME MUTING
RM-SR554U REMOTE CONTROL
1
. Turn on the power.
AUDIO
AUDIO
POWER
VCR
3
TV
2
TEST
VIDEO
SEA
TV CH
1
EFFECT
PHONO
SOUND CONTROL
TV/ VIDEO
4
SEA MODE
TV VOL
7/P
PRESET
8
SEA
DELAY
5
REAR
8
CENTER
10
CD-DISC
SOUND
CONTROL
TV CH
TV VOL
TV/
VIDEO
9
REAR
+10
CENTER
10
ONE TOUCH
OPERATION
CD-DISC
VCR CH
VOLUME MUTING
VOLUME
RM-SR554U REMOTE CONTROL
6
9
+10
ONE TOUCH
OPERATION
VCR CH
VOLUME MUTING
-SR554U REMOTE CONTROL
CD
DAP MODE 3D-PHONIC SURROUND
TAPE
TUNER/
BAND
VCR
3
. Adjust the volume.
TA
EFFE
4
TUNER/
BAND
SEA MODE
7/P
VCR
PRESET
VIDEO
PHONO
5.
4
. Set the remote control
to sound operation mode.
1
DA
DELA
5
4
SEA MODE
7/P
SEA
PRESET
SOUND
CONTROL
TV CH
SOUND CONTROL
TV/
VIDEO
8
TV VOL
9
REAR
+10
CENTER
10
ONE TOUCH
OPERATION
CD-DISC
VCR CH
VOLUME MUTING
RM-SR554U REMOTE CONTROL
TAPE
EFFECT
TUNER/
BAND
VCR
VIDEO
PHONO
Surround and preset SEA settings are preset at the factory. However, if you need to make further adjustments, see pages 20 to 32.
TV
CD
1
DAP MODE 3D-PHONIC SURROUND
TAPE
EFFECT
TUNER/
BAND
VCR
VIDEO
PHONO
POWER
VCR
4
SEA MODE
7/P
AUDIO
SURROUND
2
DELAY
5
SEA PRESET
SOUND CONTROL
TV CH
TV VOL
TV/ VIDEO
3
3
TEST
6
9
REAR
8
CENTER
10
CD-DISC
+10
ONE TOUCH
OPERATION
VCR CH
VOLUME MUTING
RM-SR554U REMOTE CONTROL
4
Getting Started
This section explains how to connect stereo components and speakers to the receiver, and how to connect the power supply.
Before Installation
General
• 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.
• The temperature around the receiver must be between 23˚ and 95˚ F (–5˚ 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.
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.
5
Connecting the FM and AM Antennas
FM Antenna Connections
1
2
3
FM Antenna
FM
AM
LOOP
ANTENNA
FM
75
GND
GND
AM
EXT
Extend the FM antenna horizontally.
Outside FM Antenna Cable
1
13/16 in.
(20 mm)
2
7/16 in.
3
(10 mm)
How to strip the 75 Ω coaxial cable and connect it to the FM terminals
1. Strip back the outside covering of the 75 Ω coaxial cable to expose the braided
metallic mesh about 13/16 inches (20 mm).
2. Pull the mesh back and twist it into a single connector as shown in the illustration above.
3. Strip the insulation about 7/16 inches (10 mm) back from the central wire.
4. Insert the twisted mesh and the central wire to the FM terminals, as shown in the illustration above.
Note:
If reception is poor, connect the outside antenna. Before attaching a 75 Ω coaxial cable (the kind with a round wire going to an outside antenna), disconnect the supplied FM wire antenna.
AM Antenna Connections
ANTENNA
FM
FM
AM
LOOP
75
GND
AM Loop Antenna
GND
AM
EXT
1
2
Turn the loop until you have the best reception.
Notes :
•
Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any other terminals, connecting cords and power cord. This could cause poor reception.
Snap the tabs on the loop into the slots of the base to assemble the AM loop.
3
•
If reception is poor, connect an outdoor single vinyl-covered wire to the AM EXT terminal. (Keep the AM loop antenna connected.)
Outdoor Single Vinyl­covered Wire
6
Getting Started
Connecting the Speakers
You can connect the following speakers:
• Two sets of front speakers to produce normal stereo sound
• One set of rear speakers to enjoy the surround effect
• One center speaker to produce more effective surround effect (to make human voices outstanding)
• One subwoofer to enhance the bass
For each speaker (except for subwoofer), connect one end of the speaker signal cable (not supplied) to the speaker terminal on the rear panel and the other end to the speaker. (For connecting a subwoofer, see page 8.)
1. Open each terminal.
2. Insert the end of the speaker signal cable as shown (be sure to remove the insulation at the end of each wire first).
3. Close the terminals to clamp the speaker signal cables firmly in place.
4. Connect the (–) and (+) terminals on the rear panel to the (–) and (+) terminals marked on the speakers.
CAUTION:
When connecting speakers, use speakers with the SAME IMPEDANCE indicated by the speaker terminals.
Connecting the front speakers
Connect the front speakers to the FRONT SPEAKERS terminals.
Left speaker
SPEAKERS 1
Right speaker
SPEAKERS 2
FRONT SPEAKERS
RIGHT LEFT
1
2
1
2
Connecting the rear and center speakers
Connect the rear speakers to the REAR SPEAKERS terminals and the center speaker to the CENTER SPEAKER terminals.
Center
speaker
CENTER
SPEAKER
RIGHT LEFT
REAR
SPEAKERS
Left rear
speaker
Right rear
speaker
Notes:
•
When you connect rear speakers, make sure that both left and right speakers are connected; otherwise, no sound will come out of the rear speakers.
•
You can register the center speaker size after you finish its connection. If you register it, you do not have to set the center speaker mode while setting the surround mode. (If you do not use a center speaker, register that information.) See page 15.
7
Connecting the subwoofer
Connect the input jack of a powered subwoofer to the SUBWOOFER OUT jack on the rear panel, using a cable with RCA pin plugs.
SUBWOOFER
OUT
Powered subwoofer
Connecting Audio/Video Components
You can connect the following components to the receiver using cables with RCA pin plugs.
Audio Components Video Components
• Turntable • VCR
• CD player • Video disc player
• Cassette deck • TV
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.
Audio component connections
If a ground cable is provided for your turntable, connect the cable to the GND terminal of the AM LOOP terminals on the rear panel.
ANTENNA
FM
75
FM
GND
PHONO
GND
AM
Turntable
LOOP
To audio output
AM
EXT
To audio output
TAPE
CD
OUT
(REC)
VIDEO
(PLAY)
IN
VIDEO
(REC)
(REC)
OUT
(PLAY)
VCR
OUT
IN
(PLAY)
To audio output
To audio input
Note:
Any turntables incorporating a
CD player
MONITOR
OUT
IN
AUDIO
LEFT
RIGHT
Cassette deck
small-output cartridge such as an MC (moving-coil type) must be connected to the receiver through a commercial head amplifier or step-up transformer. Direct connection may result in unsufficient volume.
8
Getting Started
Video component connections
TV
To video input
To audio/video output
Video disc player
PHONO
MONITOR
OUT
VIDEO
TAPE
CD
OUT
IN
(REC)
(PLAY)
VIDEO
OUT
(REC)
OUT (REC)
VCR
(PLAY)
(PLAY)
IN
AUDIO
IN
LEFT
RIGHT
To audio/video input
VHS
To audio/video output
VCR
If your audio components have a COMPU LINK-3 terminals
The COMPU LINK remote control system allows you to control other JVC audio components from the receiver or vice versa. For detailed information about the COMPU LINK-3 remote control system, see page
33.
9
Connecting the Power Cord
Before plugging the receiver into an AC outlet, make sure that all connections have been made. When the power cord is connected, the STANDBY lamp above the POWER button lights up.
Keep the power cord away from the connecting cables for the TV, VCR, and antenna. The power cord may cause noise or screen interference. We recommend that you use a coaxial cable to connect the antenna, since it is well-shielded against interference.
Putting Batteries in the Remote Control
Before using the remote control, put the two supplied batteries in first. When using the remote control, aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the receiver.
Notes:
•
A small amount of power is always consumed even in standby mode. T o switch of f the power completely, unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.
•
If the power cord is unplugged (or a power failure occurs), preset settings will be erased in a few days.
CAUTIONS:
• Do not touch the power cord with wet hands.
• Do not pull on the power cord to unplug the receiver. When unplugging the receiver, always grasp the plug itself so as not to damage the cord.
1. On the back of the remote control, press down on the battery cover and slide it out.
2. Insert batteries. Make sure to observe the proper polarity: (+) to (+) and (–) to (–).
3. Slide the cover.
R6P (SUM-3)/AA (15F)
If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases, replace the batteries. Use two R6P (SUM-3)/AA (15F) type dry-cell batteries.
CAUTIONS:
Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking cells:
• Place batteries in the remote control so they match the polarity indicated: (+) 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.
10
Basic Operations
STANDBY
POWER
The following operations are commonly used when you play any sound source.
Turning the Power On and Off
On the front panel:
To turn on the power, press POWER. The STANDBY lamp goes off. The name of the current source (or station frequency) appears on the display.
MUTE TUNED SLEEP SEA 3D-PHONIC AUTO STEREO PRO LOGIC 3CH LOGIC HALL LOUDNESS
DAP
CH-
L
VOLUME
MHz
kHz
Current source name appears Current volume
level is shown here
To turn off the power, press POWER again. The STANDBY lamp lights up.
From the remote control:
To turn on the power, press AUDIO. The STANDBY lamp goes off. The name of the current source (or station frequency) appears on the display.
To turn off the power, press AUDIO again. The STANDBY lamp lights up.
Selecting the Source to Play
On the front panel:
%%
1. Press SOURCE so that the Control work for selecting the source.
The lamp above the button lights up.
%%
2. Press Control
fifi
% /
fi until the source name you want
%%
fifi
appears on the display.
fifi
% /
fi buttons
%%
fifi
VOLUME
R
AUDIO
SOURCE
From the remote control:
Press one of the source buttons directly.
CD* Listen to the CD player. TAPE* Listen to the cassette deck. TUNER/BAND* Listen to the radio. Each time you press
the button, the band alternates between
FM and AM. VCR View the playback picture from the VCR. VIDEO View the video component connected to
the VIDEO jacks. PHONO* Listen to a record.
11
CD
TAPE
TUNER/
BAND
VCR
VIDEO
PHONO
Note:
When you press one of the source buttons on the remote control marked with an asterisk (*), the receiver automatically turns on.
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