JVC RX-668R User Manual

AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER

AUDIO/VIDEO-RECEIVER MIT STEUEREINHEIT AMPLI/TUNER DE COMMANDE AUDIO/VIDEO GEINTEGREERDE AUDIO/VIDEO-VERSTERKER RECEPTOR DE CONTROL DE AUDIO/VÍDEO RICEVITORE DI CONTROLLO AUDIO/VIDEO

RX-668RBK

SOUND CONTROL

TV VCR AUDIO

ON SCREEN

SET

EXIT

EFFECT – CENTER +

– REAR•L +

7/P

– REAR•R +100+

+10

VOLUME VCR CH TV VOL. TV CH

SLEEP

ONE TOUCH

TV/VIDEO

OPERATION

FM/AM

VCR

SOUND

PTY SEARCH

PTY

PTY –

RM-SR668RU

REMOTE CONTROL

CD-DISC

SURROUNDTESTDELAY

321

RETURN

ENTER

RX-668R AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER

STANDBY

STANDBY/ON

SPEAKERS

PHONES

_ ON— OFF

PTY SEARCH

DISPLAY MODE

EON TA/NEWS/INFO

DVD MULTICDDVD

VCR

TV SOUND

SURROUND

PHONO

TAPE/MD

SOURCE NAME

ONE TOUCH OPERATION

FM/AM

INPUT ATT.

ADJUSTBASS BOOST

SETTING

MEMORY

MASTER VOLUME

–+

ENHANCED COMPULINK CONTROL SYSTEM

INSTRUCTIONS

BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG

MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS

GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

ISTRUZIONI

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.

LVT0142-004A

[E]

Warnings, Cautions and Others/Warnung, Achtung und sonstige Hinweise/ Mises en garde, précautions et indications diverses/Waarschuwingen, voorzorgen en andere mededelingen/Avisos, precauciones y otras notas/ Avvertenze e precauzioni da osservare

IMPORTANT for the U.K. DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug

fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.

BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted.

If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off ensure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.

If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructions given below:

IMPORTANT. DO NOT make any connection to the terminal which is marked

with the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured green or green-and-yellow.

The wires in the mains lead on this product are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue : Neutral Brown : Live

As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.

The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.

IF IN DOUBT - CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN.

Per I’ltalia:

“Si dichiara che il questo prodotto di marca JVC è conforme alle prescrizioni del Decreto Ministeriale n.548 del 28/08/95 pubblicato sulla Gazzetta Ufficiale della Repubblica Italiana n.301 del 28/12/95.”

Caution –– STANDBY/ON switch!

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

Achtung –– STANDBY/ON -Schalter!

Den Netzstecker aus der Steckdose ziehen, um die Stromversorgung vollkommen zu unterbrechen. Der Schalter STANDBY/ON unterbrichet in keiner Stellung die Stromversorgung vollkommen. Die Stromversorgung kann mit der Fernbedienung ein- und ausgeschaltet werden.

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.

Voorzichtig –– STANDBY/ON schakelaar!

Om de stroomtoevoer geheel uit te schakelen, trekt u de stekker uit het stopkontakt. Anders zal er altijd een geringe hoeveelheid stroom naar het apparaat lopen, ongeacht de stand van de STANDBY/ON schakelaar. U kunt het apparaat ook met de afstandsbediening aanen uitschakelen.

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.

Attenzione –– L’interruttore STANDBY/ON !

Disinserire la spina del cavo di alimentazione dalla presa della rete elettrica per staccare completamente l’alimentazione. L’interruttore STANDBY/ON in nessuna posizione stacca la linea di alimentazione elettrica principale. È possibile il controllo remoto dell’alimentazione.

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.

ACHTUNG

Zur Verhinderung von elektrischen Schlägen, Brandgefahr, usw:

1. Keine Schrauben lösen oder Abdeckungen enternen und nicht das Gehäuse öffnen.

2. Dieses Gerät weder Regen noch Feuchtigkeit aussetzen.

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.

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VOORZICHTIG

Ter vermindering van gevaar voor brand, elektrische schokken, enz.:

1. Verwijder geen schroeven, panelen of de behuizing.

2. Stel dit toestel niet bloot aan regen of vocht.

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.

ATTENZIONE

Per ridurre il rischio di scosse elettriche, incendi, ecc...

1. Non togliere viti, coperchi o la scatola.

2. Non esporre l’apparecchio alla piogggia e all’umidità.

Caution: Proper Ventilation

To avoide 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.

Achtung: Angemessene Ventilation

Stellen Sie das Gerät zur Verhütung von elektrischem Schlag und Feuer und zum Schutz gegen Beschädigung wie folgt auf: Vorderseite: Offener Platz ohne Hindernisse. Seiten: Keine Hindernisse innerhalb 10 cm von den Seiten. Oberseite: Keine Hindernisse innerhalb 10 cm von der Oberseite. Rückseite: Keine Hindernisse innerhalb 15 cm von der Rückseite. Unterseite: Keine Hindernisse. Auf eine ebene Oberfläche stellen. Zusätzlich die bestmögliche Luftzirkulation wie gezeigt erhalten.

Attention: Ventilation Correcte

Pour éviter les chocs électriques, l’incendie et tout autre dégât. Disposer l’appareil en tenant compte des impératifs suivants Avant: Rien ne doit gêner le dégagement Flancs: Laisser 10 cm de dégagement latéral Dessus: Laisser 10 cm de dégagement supérieur Arrière: Laisser 15 cm de dégagement arrière Dessous: Rien ne doit obstruer par dessous; poser l’appareil sur

une surface plate. Veiller également à ce que l’air circule le mieux possible comme illustré.

Voorzichtig: Zorg Voor Goede Ventilatie

Om gevaar voor brand of een elektrische schok te voorkomen, dient u bij opstelling van het apparaat op de volgende punten te letten: Voorkant: Voldoende ruimte vrij houden. Zijkanten: Minstens 10 cm aan weerszijden vrij houden. Bovenkant: Niets bovenop plaatsen; 10 cm speling geven. Achterkant: Minstens 15 cm ruimte achteraan vrij houden. Onderkant: Opstellen op een egaal horizontaal oppervlak. Bovendien moet er rondom voldoende luchtdoorstroming zijn, zoals in de afbeelding aangegeven.

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.

Attenzione: Problemi di Ventilazione

Per evitare il rischio di folgorazioni ed incendi e proteggere l’unità da danni, installarla nel modo seguente. Davanti: Nessun ostacolo, spazio libero Lati: Nessun ostacolo per almeno 10 cm Sopra: Nessun ostacolo per almeno 10 cm Retro: Nessun ostacolo per almeno 15 cm Fondo: Libero ed in piano Inoltre, mantenere il più possibile la circolazione dell’aria.

English

Deutsch

Français

Wall or obstructions Wand oder Hindernisse Mur, ou obstruction Wand of meubilair Pared u obstrucciones Parete o ostacol

Spacing 15 cm or more Abstand von 15 cm oder mehr Dégagement de 15 cm ou plus Minstens 15 cm tussenruimte Espacio de 15 cm o más 15 cm di distanza o più

RX-668RBK

Floor Boden Plancher Vloer Piso Pavimento

Front Vorderseite Avant Voorkant Frente Davanti

Stand height 15 cm or more Standhöhe 15 cm oder mehr Hauteur du socle: 15 cm ou plus Standard op minstens 15 cm van de vloer Allura del soporte 15 cm o más Altezza del tavolino 15 cm p plù

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Español

Italiano

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Table of Contents

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

English

Getting Started ........................................... 3

Before Installation ...................................................................... 3

Checking the Supplied Accessories ........................................... 3

Connecting the FM and AM (MW/LW) Antennas ..................... 3

Connecting the Speakers ............................................................ 4

Connecting Audio/Video Components....................................... 5

Connecting the Power Cord ....................................................... 7

Putting Batteries in the Remote Control .................................... 7

Basic Operations ......................................... 8

Turning the Power On and Off (Standby) .................................. 8

Selecting the Source to Play....................................................... 8

Adjusting the Volume................................................................. 9

Selecting the Front Speakers ...................................................... 9

Muting the Sound ....................................................................... 9

Recording a Source .................................................................... 9

Attenuating the Input Signal .................................................... 10

Adjusting the Front Speaker Output Balance........................... 10

Reinforcing the Bass ................................................................ 10

Adjusting the Tone ................................................................... 10

Basic Settings ........................................... 11

Changing the Source Name...................................................... 11

Setting Center and Rear Speakers for the DSP Modes ............ 11

Using the Sleep Timer.............................................................. 12

Storing the Basic Settings and Adjustments — One Touch

Operation ........................................................................... 12

Receiving Radio Broadcasts ........................ 13

Tuning in Stations Manually .................................................... 13

Using Preset T uning ................................................................. 13

Selecting the FM Reception Mode........................................... 14

Using the RDS to Receive FM Stations..................................... 14

Searching for a Program by PTY Codes .................................. 15

Switching to a Broadcast Program of Your Choice

Temporarily ........................................................................ 16

Using the DSP Modes ................................ 17

Available DSP Modes According to the Speaker Arrangement .. 18

Adjusting the 3D-PHONIC Modes .......................................... 19

Adjusting the DAP Modes ....................................................... 19

Adjusting the Surround Modes — Dolby Surround and JVC

Theater Surround ............................................................... 20

Activating the DSP Modes....................................................... 21

Using the DVD MULTI Playback Mode .......... 22

Activating the DVD MULTI Playback Mode .......................... 22

Using the On-Screen Menus ........................ 23

Selecting the Source to Play.....................................................23

Using the DSP Modes .............................................................. 23

Adjusting the Front Speaker Output Balance........................... 23

Reinforcing the Bass ................................................................ 24

Attenuating the Input Signal .................................................... 24

Adjusting the DSP Modes ........................................................ 24

Adjusting the DVD MULTI Playback Modes.......................... 25

Adjusting the Tone ................................................................... 25

Setting the Basic Setting Items ................................................ 25

Operating the Tuner.................................................................. 26

Storing the Preset Stations ....................................................... 26

Checking the RDS Information................................................ 26

COMPU LINK Remote Control System ......... 27

TEXT COMPU LINK Remote Control System .. 28

Showing the Disc Information on the TV Screen .................... 29

Searching a Disc (Only for the CD player) .............................. 30

Entering the Disc Information.................................................. 31

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

Troubleshooting ......................................... 35

Specifications ............................................ 36

Parts Identification

Become familiar with the buttons and controls on the receiver before use. Refer to the pages in parentheses for details.

English

123

RX-668R AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER

STANDBY

PTY SEARCH

DISPLAY MODE

EON TA/NEWS/INFO

DVD MULTI

9 p

w e

r t

DVD

PHONO

VCR

TAPE/MD

SOURCE NAME

TV SOUND

FM/AM

Front Panel

1 STANDBY/ON button and STANDBY

lamp (8)

2 RDS operation buttons (14)

PTY SEARCH, DISPLAY MODE, EON, TA/ NEWS/INFO

3 Display (8) 4 SURROUND button (19) 5 ONE TOUCH OPERATION button and lamp

(12)

6 Remote sensor (7) 7 BASS BOOST lamp (10) 8 ADJUST button (10) * 9 SETTING button (11) * p MASTER VOLUME control (9) q MEMORY button (13) w Cursor control buttons e INPUT ATT. button and lamp (10) r SOURCE NAME button (11) t Source selecting buttons (8)

DVD MULTI, DVD, VCR, TV SOUND, CD, PHONO, TAPE/MD, FM/AM *

y SPEAKERS 1/2 buttons (9) u PHONES jack (9)

1 2

4 5

STANDBY/ON

PHONES

SPEAKERS

— OFF_ ON

SOUND

CONTROL

TV VCR AUDIO

ON SCREEN

SET

EFFECT – CENTER +

7/P +10

VOLUME VCR CH TV VOL. TV CH

SLEEP

ONE TOUCH OPERATION

FM/AM

SOUND

PTY –

REMOTE CONTROL

TV/VIDEO

VCR

PTY SEARCH

RM-SR668RU

EXIT

– REAR•L +

– REAR•R +100+

PTY

SURROUNDTESTDELAY

TAPE/MD

DVD

CD-DISC

321

RETURN

ENTER

SURROUND

ONE TOUCH OPERATION

INPUT ATT.

6879p

MASTER VOLUME

–+

ADJUST

SETTING

MEMORY

ENHANCED COMPULINK CONTROL SYSTEM

BASS BOOST

Remote Control

1 SOUND CONTROL button (19, 33) 2 ON SCREEN operation buttons (23)

SET, EXIT

3 • 10 keys for selecting preset channel (13)

• 10 keys for adjusting sound (19 – 22)

• 10 keys for operating audio/video components (33)

• On-screen operation buttons (%, ﬁ, @, #)

(23, 29)

4 VCR CH +/– button (34) 5 VOLUME +/– button (9) 6 SLEEP button (12) 7 MUTING button (9) 8 • Operating buttons for audio/video components

(33)

• RDS operation buttons (14)

PTY SEARCH, PTY +/–, DISPLAY

p AUDIO button (8) q CD-DISC button (33) w TV VOL. +/– button (34) e TV CH +/– button (34) r ONE TOUCH OPERATION button (12) t TV/VIDEO button (34) y Source selecting buttons (8)

u TEXT DISPLAY button (29)

buttons (34)

TV, VCR

FM/AM, CD, TAPE/MD, TV SOUND, VCR, DVD, PHONO, DVD MULTI

IMPORTANT:

To use the Cursor control buttons (w) on the front panel:

What these buttons actually do depends on which function you are trying to adjust. Before using these buttons, select the function by pressing one of the buttons marked with *.

Getting Started

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

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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 –5˚ and 35˚ C (23˚ 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.

Connecting the FM and AM (MW/LW) Antennas

FM Antenna Connections

ANTENNA

LOOP

FM 75 COAXIAL

ANTENNA

FM 75

AM EXT

LOOP

FM Antenna

Extend the supplied FM antenna horizontally.

FM 75

AM EXT

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 (MW/LW) Loop Antenna (1)

• FM Antenna (1)

If anything is missing, contact your dealer immediately.

LOOP

EXT

Outside FM Antenna Cable

A. Using the Supplied FM Antenna

The FM antenna provided can be connected to the FM 75Ω COAXIAL terminal as temporary measure.

B. Using the Standard Type Connector (Not Supplied)

A standard type connector (IEC or DIN45325) should be connected to the FM 75Ω COAXIAL terminal.

Note:

If reception is poor, connect the outside antenna. Before attaching a 75 to an outside antenna), disconnect the supplied FM antenna.

Ω

coaxial cable (the kind with a round wire going

AM (MW/LW) Antenna Connections

RIGHT LEFT

FRONT SPEAKERS

ANTENNA

FM 75 COAXIAL

Snap the tabs on the loop into the slots of the base to assemble the AM (MW/LW) loop.

Basic connecting procedure

English

LOOP

EXT

AM (MW/LW) Loop Antenna

Outdoor single vinyl-covered wire

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.

• If reception is poor, connect an outdoor single vinyl-covered wire to the AM EXT terminal. (Keep the AM (MW/LW) loop antenna connected.)

1 Cut, twist and remove the insulation at the end of

each speaker signal cable.

2 Open the terminal and then insert the speaker

signal cable.

3 Close the terminal.

Connecting the front speakers

You can connect two pairs of front speakers (one pair to the FRONT SPEAKERS 1 terminals, and another pair to the FRONT SPEAKERS 2 terminals).

Right speaker

FRONT SPEAKERS 1

Left speaker

Connecting the Speakers

You can connect the following speakers:

• Two pairs of front speakers to produce normal stereo sound.

• One pair of rear speakers to enjoy the surround effect.

• One center speaker to produce more effective surround effect (to

emphasize human voices).

• One subwoofer to enhance the bass.

IMPORTANT:

After connecting the speakers listed above, set the speaker setting information properly to obtain the best possible surround effect. For details, see page 11.

For each speaker (except for a subwoofer), connect the (–) and (+) terminals on the rear panel to the (–) and (+) terminals marked on the speakers. For connecting a subwoofer, see page 5.

CAUTION:

Use speakers with the SPEAKER IMPEDANCE indicated by the speaker terminals.

Right speaker

FRONT SPEAKERS 2

Left speaker

Connecting the rear and center speakers

Connect rear speakers to the REAR SPEAKERS terminals and a center speaker to the CENTER SPEAKER terminals.

Center speaker

Left rear

speaker

Right rear

speaker

CENTER

SPEAKER

RIGHT LEFT

SPEAKERS

REAR

Connecting the subwoofer speaker

English

You can enhance the bass by connecting a 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

CD player

To audio output

Cassette deck or MD recorder

Cassette deck

PHONO

AUDIO

OUT

(REC)IN(PLAY)

TAPE/MDCD

SOUND

Powered subwoofer

Connecting Audio/Video Components

You can connect the following audio/video components to this receiver using cables with RCA pin plugs (not supplied). Refer also to the manuals supplied with your components.

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.

Turntable

LOOP

ANTENNA

FM 75 COAXIAL

If an earth cable is provided for your turntable, connect the cable to the ground terminal (H) of the ANTENNA terminals on the rear panel.

EXT

PHONO

AUDIO

TAPE/MDCD

OUT

(REC)IN(PLAY)

SOUND

To audio input

PHONO

AUDIO

OUT

(REC)IN(PLAY)

TAPE/MDCD

To audio output

SOUND

To audio output

MD recorder

Note:

You can connect either a cassette deck or an MD recorder to the TAPE/MD jacks. When connecting an MD recorder to the TAPE/MD jacks, change the source name, which will be shown on the display when selected as the source, to “MD.” See page 11 for details.

TV (as the sound source)

To audio output

PHONO

AUDIO

OUT

(REC)IN(PLAY)

TAPE/MDCD

SOUND

To audio output

Turntable

Note:

Any turntables incorporating a small-output cartridge such as an MC (moving-coil type) must be connected to this receiver through a commercial head amplifier or step-up transformer. Direct connection may result in insufficient volume.

If your audio components have a COMPU LINK-3 or TEXT COMPU LINK terminal

• See also page 27 for detailed information about the connection and the COMPU LINK-3 remote control system.

• See also page 28 for detailed information about the connection and the TEXT COMPU LINK remote control system.

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. If DVD player and TV have S-video (Y/C-separation) terminals, connect them using S-video cables (not supplied). Connecting these video components through the S-video input/output terminals will give you better picture playback quality.

DVD player

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

DVD player

DVD

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IMPORT ANT:

This receiver is equipped with both the composite video and S-video input terminals for the DVD player connection. You do not have to connect both the composite video and S-video terminals. However, remember that the video signals from the composite

video input terminal are output only through the composite video output terminals, while the ones from the S-video input terminal are output only through the S-video output terminal.

Therefore, if your DVD player is connected to the receiver only through the S-video input terminal, you cannot record the picture from the DVD player on the VCR. In addition, if the TV and the DVD player are connected to the receiver through the different video terminals, you cannot view the playback picture from the DVD player on the TV.

TV (as the monitor)

TV (or Monitor)

DVD

VIDEO

OUT

(REC)IN(PLAY)

VCR

OUT

(REC)IN(PLAY)

LEFT

VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

S-VIDEO

To composite video input

Å ı Ç

DVD

VIDEO

OUT

(REC)IN(PLAY)

VCR

OUT

(REC)IN(PLAY)

LEFT

RIGHT

VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

S-VIDEO

DVD

FRONT CENTER REAR

SUBWOOFER

DVD

LEFT

RIGHT

Å To front left/right channel audio

output (or to audio mixed output if necessary)

ı To composite video output Ç To S-video output (for better

playback picture quality)

• When you connect the DVD player with its analog discrete output (5.1 CH reproduction) jacks:

DVD player

ı Ç ‰Î Ï

RIGHT

AUDIO

Note:

To S-video input (when the DVD player is connected using the S-video terminal)

Use the video components of the PAL- or multi- color system.

VCR

DVD

To audio/video input

VIDEO

OUT

(REC)IN(PLAY)

VCR

OUT

(REC)IN(PLAY)

AUDIO

VHS

VCR

LEFT

RIGHT

VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

S-VIDEO

To audio/video output

DVD

FRONT CENTER REAR

SUBWOOFER

DVD

LEFT

RIGHT

VIDEO

OUT

(REC)IN(PLAY)

VCR

OUT

(REC)IN(PLAY)

LEFT

RIGHT

Å To front left/right channel audio output ı To center channel audio output Ç To subwoofer audio output Î To composite video output ‰ To S-video output (for better playback picture quality) Ï To rear left/right channel audio output

VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

S-VIDEO

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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.

Putting Batteries in the Remote Control

Before using the remote control, put two supplied batteries first. When using the remote control, aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the receiver.

1. On the back of the remote control, remove the

battery cover as illustrated.

Keep the power cord away from the connecting cables and the 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.

Note:

The preset settings such as preset channel 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.

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.

2. Insert batteries. Make sure to observe the proper polarity: (+) to (+) and (–) to (–).

R6P (SUM-3)/AA (15F)

3. Replace the cover.

If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases, replace the batteries. Use two R6P (SUM-3)/AA (15F) type dry-cell batteries.

CAUTION:

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.

Basic Operations

The following operations are commonly used when you play any sound source.

Turning the Power On and Off (Standby)

On the front panel:

To turn on the power, press STANDBY/ON . The STANDBY lamp goes off. The name of the current source (or station frequency) appears on the display.

Current source name appears

VOLUME

100 1k 10k

Current volume level is shown here

To turn off the power (into standby mode),

press STANDBY/ON

again. The STANDBY lamp lights up. A small amount of power is consumed in standby mode. To turn the power off completely, unplug the AC power cord.

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 (into standby mode),

press AUDIO again.

The STANDBY lamp lights up.

STANDBY

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO

Selected source name appears

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VOLUME

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THEATER LIVE CLUB ACTION DANCE CLUB HALL PA VILION

DVD MULTI Select the DVD player for viewing the digital video

disc using the analog discrete output mode (5.1CH reproduction) on the DVD player. To enjoy the DVD MULTI playback, see page 22.

DVD Select the DVD player for viewing the stereo digital

video disc.

VCR Select the video component connected to the VCR

jacks.

TV SOUND Select the TV sound. CD * Select the CD player. PHONO * Select the turntable. TAPE/MD * Select the cassette deck (or the MD recorder). FM/AM * Select an FM or AM (MW/LW) broadcast.

Each time you press the button, the band alternates between FM and AM (MW/LW).

Notes:

• When connecting an MD recorder (to the TAPE/MD jacks), change the source name that appears on the display. See page 11 for details.

• When you press one of the source selecting buttons on the remote control marked above with an asterisk (*), the receiver automatically turns on.

English

Selecting the Source to Play

Press one of the source selecting buttons.

On the front panel:

DVD MULTI

From the remote control:

DVD

PHONO

VCR

TAPE/MD

SOURCE NAME

Selecting different sources for picture and sound

You can watch picture from a video component while listening to sound from another component.

Press one of the audio source selecting buttons (CD, TAPE/MD, PHONO, FM/AM, TV SOUND), while viewing the picture from a video component such as the VCR or DVD player, etc.

TV SOUND

Note:

FM/AM

Once you have selected a video source, pictures of the selected source are sent to the TV until you select another video source.

English

Adjusting the Volume

On the front panel:

To increase the volume, turn MASTER VOLUME clockwise. To decrease the volume, turn it counterclockwise.

• When you turn MASTER VOLUME rapidly, the volume level also changes rapidly.

• When you turn MASTER VOLUME slowly, the volume lev el also changes slowly.

From the remote control:

To increase the volume, press VOLUME +. To decrease the volume, press VOLUME –.

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VOLUME

MASTER VOLUME

Listening only with headphones

1. Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack on the front panel.

2. Press SPEAKERS 1 and SPEAKERS 2 to set them in the —

OFF position.

CAUTION:

Be sure to turn down the volume before connecting or putting on headphones, as high volume can damage both the headphones and your hearing.

Note:

You cannot shut off the sound through the other speakers using the SPEAKERS 1 and 2 buttons.

CAUTION:

Always set the volume to the minimum before starting any source. 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 “80” (maximum).

Selecting the Front Speakers

On the front panel ONLY:

When you have connected two pairs of the front speakers, you can select which to use. Pressing SPEAKERS 1 or SPEAKERS 2 activates the respective set of speakers.

• To use the speakers connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS 1 terminals, press SPEAKERS 1 to set it in the _ ON position, and press SPEAKERS 2 to set it in the — OFF position.

• To use the speakers connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS 2 terminals, press SPEAKERS 2 to set it in the _ ON position, and press SPEAKERS 1 to set it in the — OFF position.

• To use both sets of the speakers, press SPEAKERS 1 to set it in the _ ON position, and press SPEAKERS 2 to set it in the _ ON position.

• To use neither set of the speakers, press SPEAKERS 1 and SPEAKERS 2 to set them in the — OFF position.

SPEAKERS

_ ON — OFF

Muting the Sound

From the remote control ONLY:

Press MUTING to mute the sound through all

speakers and headphones connected.

“MUTING” appears on the display and the volume turns off (the volume level indicator goes off).

To restore the sound, press MUTING again so that “OFF” appears on the display.

• Turning MASTER VOLUME or pressing VOLUME +/– also restores the sound.

Recording a Source

You can record any source playing through the receiver to a cassette deck (or an MD recorder) connected to the TAPE/MD 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.

Note:

The output volume level, tone adjustment (see page 10), Bass Boost (see page 10) and DSP modes (see page 19) cannot affect the recording.

Note:

When only one set of the speakers is connected to either the FRONT SPEAKERS 1 or 2 terminals, do not activate both pairs of the speakers. If you do, no sound comes out of the front speakers.

IMPORTANT:

Before recording, turn off the DVD MULTI playback mode.

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