JVC RX-7020VBK 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

DVD VCR

TV SOUND/DBS

ADJUST

RX-7020V

AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER

SETTING

MASTER VOLUME

CONTROL

DOWN UP

CD

TAPE/CDR

SOURCE NAME

BASS BOOST

INPUT

ANALOG/DIGITAL

SPEAKERS ON/OFF

SURROUND MODE

PHONES

SURROUND ON/OFF

FM/AM TUNING

STANDBY

STANDBY/ON

FM/AM PRESET FM MODE

MEMORY

INPUT ATT

FM/AM

DVD MULTI

PHONO

SOURCE NAME

12

COMPULINK

Remote

CONTROL

+−+−+

−

231

564

897/P

0

+1010

BASS BOOST EFFECT

MENU

ENTER

TEST – REAR•L +

DIMMER

– SUB WOOFER +

– REAR•R +

MUTING

CH TV VOL

/REW FF/

VOLUME

CATV/DBS
CONTROL

TV/VIDEO

REC

PAUSE

RETURN FM MODE 100

+

CONTROL

A/V CONTROL RECEIVER

RM-SRX7020J REMOTE CONTROL

CATV/DBS VCR TV AUDIO

SURROUND

MODE INPUTON/OFF

DVD MULTIDVD

CD

TAPE/CDR

TREBLE

TV/DBS VCR PHONO

FM/AM

BASS

SURROUND

ANALOG/DIGITAL

SLEEP

– CENTER +

TUNING

+

−

+

+

−

−

SOUND

RX-7020VBK

INSTRUCTIONS

LVT0852-001A

[J]

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

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Warnings, Cautions and Others/

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.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
manufacturer for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.

For Canada/pour le Canada

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

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.

Caution: Proper Ventilation

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

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

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

surface plate.

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.

Spacing 15 cm or more
Dégagement de 15 cm ou plus

RX-7020VBK

Wall or obstructions
Mur, ou obstruction

Floor
Plancher

Front
Avant

Stand height
15 cm or more
Hauteur du
socle: 15 cm ou
plus

Table of Contents

Remote

NOT

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

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

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

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

Putting Batteries in the Remote Control .................................... 3

Connecting the FM and AM Antennas ....................................... 4

Connecting the Speakers ............................................................ 5

Connecting Audio/Video Components ....................................... 6

Connecting the Power Cord ....................................................... 9

Basic Operations ....................................... 10

Turning On the Power .............................................................. 10

Selecting the Source to Play ..................................................... 10

Adjusting the Volume ............................................................... 11

Selecting the Front Speakers .................................................... 11

Listening Only with Headphones ............................................. 12

Turning Off the Sounds Temporarily—Muting........................ 12

Changing the Display Brightness ............................................. 12

Turning Off the Power with the Sleep Timer ........................... 12

Basic Settings ........................................... 14

Setting the Digital Input (DIGITAL IN) Terminals ................. 14

Selecting the Analog or Digital Input Mode ............................ 15

Selecting the Video Input Terminal .......................................... 16

Setting the Speaker Information ............................................... 16

Sound Adjustments.................................... 19

Attenuating the Input Signal .................................................... 19

Adjusting the Front Speakers Output Balance ......................... 19

Adjusting the Tone ................................................................... 20

Adjusting the Subwoofer Output Level.................................... 20

Reinforcing the Bass ................................................................ 20

Tuner Operations ....................................... 21

Tuning in Stations Manually .................................................... 21

Using Preset Tuning ................................................................. 21

Selecting the FM Reception Mode ........................................... 22

Creating Realistic Sound Fields ................... 23

About Relations between Speaker Layouts and

Surround Modes ................................................................. 25

Using Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Digital

and DTS Digital Surround ................................................. 26

Using DAP Modes and All Channel Stereo ............................. 28

Using DVD MULTI Playback Mode................ 30

Activating DVD MULTI Playback Mode ................................ 30

COMPU LINK Remote Control System ......... 31

AV COMPU LINK Remote Control System .... 32

Operating JVC’s Audio/Video

Components .......................................... 34

Operating Audio Components .................................................. 34

Operating Video Components .................................................. 36

Operating Other Manufacturers’ Video

Equipment ............................................ 37

Troubleshooting ......................................... 40

Specifications ............................................ 41

Table of Contents

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

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

1

Parts Identification

1

2

3

4

t

u

y

i

o

;

a

s

d

5
6

7
8

9
p

q

w

r

e

a

b

CONTROL

+−+−+

−

231

564

897/P

0

+1010

BASS BOOST EFFECT

MENU

ENTER

TEST

DIMMER

MUTING

CH TV VOL

/REW FF/

VOLUME

CATV/DBS
CONTROL

TV/VIDEO

REC

TUNING

PAUSE

RETURN FM MODE 100

+

CONTROL

A/V CONTROL RECEIVER

RM-SRX7020J REMOTE CONTROL

CATV/DBS VCR TV AUDIO

SURROUND

MODE INPUTON/OFF

DVD MULTIDVD

CD

TAPE/CDR

TREBLE

TV/DBS VCR PHONO

FM/AM

BASS

SURROUND ANALOG/DIGITAL

SLEEP

+

−

– SUB WOOFER +

– REAR • R +

– REAR • L +

– CENTER +

−−++

SOUND

ADJUST

RX-7020V

AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER

SETTING

MASTER VOLUME

CONTROL

DOWN UP

SURROUND MODE

PHONES

SURROUND ON/OFF

FM/AM TUNING

STANDBY

FM/AM PRESET FM MODE

MEMORY

1

2

5

4

8

79

p

q

w

t

u

io

6

3

STANDBY/ON

DVD

VCR

TV SOUND/DBS

CD TAPE/CDR

SOURCE NAME

SOURCE NAME

FM/AM

DVD MULTI

PHONO

y

r

e

LC

S.WFR

LS RS

CH-

S

LFE

SPK

PRO LOGIC ΙΙ DSP H.PHONE

AUTO MUTING

TUNED

STEREO

VOLUME

BASS BOOST

INPUT ATT

SLEEP

DIGITAL AUTO

ANALOG

DIGITAL

LINEAR PCM

12

R

BASS BOOST

INPUT

ANALOG/DIGITAL

SPEAKERS ON/OFF

INPUT ATT

12

Front Panel

Remote Control

* When you press one of these buttons, the remote control operation mode appears on

the display window.

Buttons on the Remote Control Remote Control Operation Mode

See pages in the parentheses for details.

Front Panel

1 STANDBY/ON button and STANDBY

2 FM/AM TUNING 5/∞ buttons (21)
3 FM/AM PRESET 5/∞ buttons (21, 22)
4 FM MODE button (22)
5 MEMORY button (21, 22)
6 Display (10)
7 ADJUST button (19, 20, 27 – 29, 30)
8 Remote sensor (3)
9 SETTING button (14, 16 – 18)
p MASTER VOLUME control (11)
q PHONES jack (12)
w SURROUND ON/OFF button (25, 27, 29)
e SURROUND MODE button (25, 27, 29)
r • INPUT ANALOG/DIGITAL button (15)

t • SPEAKERS ON/OFF 1 button (11, 12)

y BASS BOOST button (20)
u SOURCE NAME buttons (11)
i Source selecting buttons

o CONTROL UP5/DOWN∞ buttons

FM/AM TUNER

CD CD

PHONO PHONO

TAPE/CDR TAPE

DVD DVD

DVD MULTI DVD

lamp (10)

• INPUT ATT button (19)

• SPEAKERS ON/OFF 2 button (11, 12)

(10, 11, 15, 21, 22, 30)
DVD MULTI, DVD, VCR,
TV SOUND/DBS, CD, TAPE/CDR,
PHONO, FM/AM

(14, 16 – 20, 27 – 29, 30)

Buttons on the Remote Control Remote Control Operation Mode

CATV/DBS CONTROL DBS

CONTROL VCR or TAPE

Remote Control

1 Display window

a: Remote control operation mode indicator
b: Signal transmission indicator

Lights up when transmitting the remote control
signal.

2 Power buttons (10, 36 – 39)

CATV/DBS , VCR , TV ,
AUDIO

3

Source selecting buttons
(10, 11, 15, 21, 22, 30, 34 – 39) *
DVD, DVD MULTI, CD, FM/AM, TV/DBS, VCR,
TAPE/CDR, PHONO

4 BASS +/– buttons (20)
5 SURROUND ON/OFF button (25, 26, 28)
6 SURROUND MODE button (25, 26, 28)
7 BASS BOOST button (20)
8 SOUND button (20, 27, 28, 30) *
9 DIMMER button (12)
p MUTING button (12)
q CATV/DBS CONTROL button (37) *
w TV/VIDEO button (36, 37)
e CH (channel) +/– buttons (36 – 38)
r TUNING +/– buttons (21)
t REC PAUSE button (35, 36, 38)
y TREBLE +/– buttons (20)
u SLEEP button (12)
i ANALOG/DIGITAL INPUT button (15)
o • 10 keys for selecting preset channels (22)

• 10 keys for adjusting sound (20, 27, 28, 30)

• 10 keys for operating audio/video components
(35 – 39)

; TV VOL (volume) +/– buttons (36, 37)
a VOLUME +/– buttons (11)
s Operating buttons for audio/video components

(35 – 38)

d CONTROL button (34 – 36) *

TV/DBS TV

VCR VCR

or CDDSC

SOUND SOUND

2

Getting Started

Before Installation

General Precautions

• DO NOT insert any metal object into the unit.

• DO NOT disassemble the unit or remove screws, covers, or

cabinet.

• DO NOT expose the unit to rain or moisture.

Locations

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

• The temperature around the unit must be between –5˚C and 35˚C
(23˚F and 95˚F).

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

Handling the unit

• 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.

• Keep the power cord away from the connecting cords and the
antenna. The power cord may cause noise or screen interference. It
is recommended to use a coaxial cable for antenna connection,
since it is well-shielded against interference.

• When a power failure occurs, or when you unplug the power cord,
the preset settings such as preset FM/AM channels and sound
adjustments may be erased in a few days.

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 unit.

1

On the back of the remote control, remove the
battery cover.

2

Insert batteries.

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

Parts Identification/Getting Started

Checking the Supplied Accessories

Check to be sure you have all of the following supplied accessories.
The number in the parentheses indicates the 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.

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:

(+) 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.

3

DIGITAL 1

(

DVD

)

DIGITAL 2

(

CD

)

DIGITAL 3

(

TV

)

DIGITAL 4

(

CDR

)

DOLBY DIGITAL/PCM

/DTS

DOLBY DIGITAL
/ PCM
/ DTS

FRONT

CENTER

DVD

FM 75

COA

XIA

L

COMPU LINK-4

(SYNCHRO)

MONITOR

OUT

ANTENNA

TV

SOUND

/DBS

SUBWOOFER

OUT

VIDEO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

AUDIO

OUT
(REC)

RIGHT

LEFT

LEFT

AM
LOOP

AM

EXIT

RIGHT

LEFT

TAPE
/CDR

IN

(PLAY)

OUT
(REC)

VCR

IN

(PLAY)

DIGITAL IN

PHONO

CENTER
SPEAKER

REAR

SPEAKERS

RIGHT

LEFT

FRONT

SPEAKERS

RIGHT

LEFT

CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

OR
AND

: 8

16

:16

32

+

–

+

–

+

+

2

2
2

1

1
1

–

–

CD

RIGHT

REAR

SUB

WOOFER

OUT
(REC)

VCR

IN

(PLAY)

AV

COMPU LINK-III

DVD

Y

P

B

/C

B

P

R

/C

R

DBS

MONITOR OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO

CAUTION :
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

8

16

DIGITAL OUT

AM

LOOP

FM 75

COAXIAL

AM

EXT

ANTENNA

FM 75

COAXIAL

FM 75

COAXIAL

123

Getting Started

Connecting the FM and AM Antennas

AM Loop Antenna
(supplied)

Outdoor FM antenna (not supplied)
If FM reception is poor, connect outdoor FM
antenna.

or

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

If AM reception is poor, connect
outdoor single vinyl-covered wire
(not supplied).

Supplied FM
antenna

Standard type
outdoor FM antenna
(not supplied)

FM antenna (supplied)

Extend the supplied FM antenna horizontally.

AM antenna connection

Connect the supplied AM loop antenna to the AM LOOP
terminals.
Turn the loop until you have the best reception.

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

FM antenna connection

Connect the supplied FM antenna to the FM 75 Ω COAXIAL
terminal as temporary measure.
Extend the supplied FM antenna horizontally.

• If the reception is poor, connect an outdoor FM antenna (not
supplied). Before attaching a 75 Ω coaxial cable (with a
standard type connector), disconnect the supplied FM antenna.

4

Notes:

• If the AM loop antenna wire is covered with vinyl,
remove the vinyl while twisting it as shown to the
right.

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

FRONT

SPEAKERS

RIGHT LEFT

+

1

–

RIGHT LEFT

2

+

–

RIGHT1RIGHT1RIGHT

1

1

2

“NO” for the subwoofer, “LARGE” for the front speakers, and

Right rear

speaker

Left front

speaker

Subwoofer

Center

speaker

Left rear

speaker

Right front

speaker

DVD VCR

TV SOUND/DBS

ADJUST

RX-7020VAUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER

SETTING

MASTER VOLUME

CONTROL
DOWNUP

CD

TAPE/CDR

SOURCE NAME

BASS BOOST

INPUT

ANALOG/DIGITAL

SPEAKERS ON/OFF

SURROUND MODE

PHONES

SURROUND ON/OFF

FM/AM TUNING

STANDBY

FM/AM PRESET FM MODE

MEMORY

INPUT ATT

FM/AM

DIGITAL

SURROUND

DVD MULTI

PHONO

SOURCE NAME

12

COMPULINK

Remote

“SMALL” for the center and rear speakers are initial settings. To
get best possible sound, change the subwoofer and speaker settings
to fit your listening conditions.

Connecting the Speakers

Speaker layout diagram

After connecting the front, center, rear speakers and/or subwoofer,
set the speaker setting information properly to obtain the best
possible Surround effects. For details, see pages 16 to 18.

CAUTION:

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

Connection diagram

FRONT

SPEAKERS

1

FRONT

SPEAKERS

2

Connecting speakers to the FRONT SPEAKERS 1 terminals

4321

Getting Started

Connecting the front speakers

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

About the speaker impedance

The required speaker impedance of the front speakers does differ
depending on whether both the FRONT SPEAKERS 1 and FRONT
SPEAKERS 2 terminals are used or only one of them is used.

CASE 1 When you connect only one pair of front speakers

Front

speaker

1

Use front speakers with 8 Ω – 16 Ω impedance.

CASE 2 When you connect two pairs of front speakers

Front

speaker

1

Use front speakers with 16 Ω – 32 Ω impedance.

Front

speaker

Front

speaker

2

2

Front

speaker

1

Front

speaker

1

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

1

Cut, twist and remove the insulation at the end of
each speaker signal cable (not supplied).

2

Turn the knob counterclockwise.

3

Insert the speaker signal cable.

4

Turn the knob clockwise.

Connecting speakers to the FRONT SPEAKERS 2 terminals

1

2

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

1

Cut, twist and remove the insulation at the end of

3

each speaker cord.

2

Open the terminal (1), then insert the speaker
cord (2).

3

Close the terminal.

5

AUDIO

TV
SOUND
DBS

VCR

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

TAPE

CDR

CD

PHONO

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

RIGHT LEFT

Getting Started

CENTER

SPEAKER

REAR

SPEAKERS

RIGHT LEFT

+

–

RIGHT

1

RIGHT

1

RIGHT

1

AUDIO

REAR

RIGHT LEFT

FRONT

CENTER

DVD

SUBWOOFER

OUT

SUB

WOOFER

RIGHT LEFT

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

1

Right rear

speaker

2

3

4

Connecting Audio/Video Components

Turn the power off to all components before connections.

You can connect the following audio/video components to this unit.
Refer also to the manuals supplied with your components.

Audio Components Video Components

• Turntable • VCR

• CD player* • TV*

• Cassette deck or DBS tuner*

or CD recorder* • DVD player*

*

You can connect these components using the methods described in
“Analog connections” (below) or in “Digital connections” (see page 9).

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.

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

1

Cut, twist and remove the insulation at the end of
each speaker signal cable (not supplied).

2

Turn the knob counterclockwise.

3

Insert the speaker signal cable.

4

Turn the knob clockwise.

Connecting the subwoofer speaker

By connecting a subwoofer, you can enhance the bass or reproduce
the original LFE signals recorded in the digital software.

Powered 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 (not supplied).

• Refer also to the manual supplied for your subwoofer.

Since bass sound is non-directional, you can place a
subwoofer wherever you like. Normally place it in front of
you.

6

Turntable

If an earth cable is provided for your
turntable, connect the cable to the
AM LOOP(H) terminal on the rear
panel.

Turntable

To audio
output

Ex.: This connection is for the

turntable with an MM (moving­magnet) type cartridge.

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.

CD player

AUDIO

TV

SOUND

DBS

VCR

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

TAPE

CDR

CD

PHONO

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

RIGHT LEFT

AUDIO

TV
SOUND
DBS

VCR

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

TAPE

CDR

CD

PHONO

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

RIGHT LEFT

F

E

C

D

A

B

AUDIO

VIDEO

TV
SOUND
DBS

VCR

VCR

OUT

(REC)

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

IN

(PLAY)

TAPE

CDR

CD

PHONO

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

MONITOR

OUT

RIGHT LEFT

DVD

DBS

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

REAR

RIGHT

FRONT

SUBWOOFER

OUT

SUB

WOOFER

RIGHT LEFT

LEFT

AUDIO

DVD

CENTER

CD player

To audio output

Cassette deck or CD recorder

Cassette deck

To audio input

To audio output

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 video components have S-video (Y/C-separation) and/or
component video (Y, P
an S-video cable (not supplied) and/or component video cable (not
supplied). By using these terminals, you can get a better picture
quality in the order — Component video > S-video > Composite
video.

IMPORTANT:

This unit is equipped with the following video terminals ; composite
video, S-video and component video terminals. You can use any of
these three to connect a video component.
However, remember that the video signals from one type of these

input terminals are output only through the video output
terminals of the same type.

Therefore, if a recording video component and a playing video
component are connected to the unit through the different types of
video terminals, you cannot record the picture from the playing
component onto the recording component. In addition, if the TV and a
playing video component are connected to the unit through the
different types of video terminals, you cannot view the playback
picture from the playing component on the TV.

B/CB, PR/CR) terminals, connect them using

Getting Started

To audio input

CD recorder

To audio output

Note:

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

If your audio components have a COMPU LINK jack

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

VCR

S-VHS (or VHS) VCR

Å To left/right channel audio output
ı To left/right channel audio input
Ç To composite video output
Î To S-video output
‰ To S-video input
Ï To composite video input

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Getting Started

COMPONENT VIDEO

MONITOR OUT

DBS

DVD

Y

P

B/CB PR/CR

VIDEO

VCR

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

MONITOR

OUT

DVD

DBS

AUDIO

REAR

RIGHT LEFT

FRONT

CENTER

DVD

SUBWOOFER

OUT

SUB

WOOFER

RIGHT LEFT

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

DVD

B

A

C

D

COMPONENT VIDEO

MONITOR OUT

DBS

DVD

Y

P

B/CBPR/CR

VIDEO

VCR

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

MONITOR

OUT

DVD

DBS

AUDIO

REAR

RIGHT LEFT

FRONT

CENTER

DVD

SUBWOOFER

OUT

SUB

WOOFER

RIGHT LEFT

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

DVD

E

C

A

D

F

G

B

COMPONENT VIDEO

MONITOR OUT

DBS

DVD

Y

P

B/CB PR/CR

VIDEO

VCR

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

MONITOR

OUT

DVD

DBS

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

DBS

AUDIO

TV
SOUND
DBS

VCR

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

TAPE

CDR

CD

PHONO

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

RIGHT LEFT

REAR

RIGHT

LEFT

FRONT

CENTER

DVD

SUBWOOFER

OUT

SUB

WOOFER

RIGHT LEFT

B

A

C

D

AUDIO

COMPONENT VIDEO

MONITOR OUT

DBS

DVD

Y

P

B/CBPR/CR

AUDIO

VIDEO

TV
SOUND
DBS

VCR

VCR

OUT

(REC)

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

IN

(PLAY)

TAPE

CDR

CD

PHONO

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

MONITOR

OUT

RIGHT LEFT

DVD

DBS

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

REAR

RIGHT

LEFT

FRONT

CENTER

DVD

SUBWOOFER

OUT

SUB

WOOFER

RIGHT LEFT

A

D

B

C

AUDIO

TV and/or DBS tuner

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

DVD player

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

DVD player

TV

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

DBS tuner

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

Notes:

• When connecting the DBS tuner to the TV SOUND/DBS jacks,
change the source name, which will be shown on the display when
selected as the source, to “DBS.” See page 11 for details.

• When operating the DBS tuner by using the AV COMPU LINK
remote control system, change the video input terminal setting
correctly. See pages 11 and 32 for details.

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

DVD player

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

DIGITAL 2 ( CD )

DIGITAL 3 ( TV )

DIGITAL 4 (CDR)

DIGITAL 1

(DVD)

DIGITAL IN

DVD

DBS

DOLBY DIGITAL

/PCM
/DTS

DIGITAL OUT

DOLBY DIGITAL/PCM

/DTS

Digital connections

This receiver is equipped with four DIGITAL IN terminals — one
digital coaxial terminal and three digital optical terminals, and one
DIGITAL OUT terminal.
You can connect any digital equipments such as — :

• DBS tuner,

• Digital TV broadcast tuner,

• DVD player,

• CD player, and

• CD recorder.

IMPORTANT:

• When connecting the DVD player, digital TV broadcast tuner or DBS
tuner using the digital terminals, you also need to connect it to the
video jack on the rear. Without connecting it to the video jack, 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 (DIGITAL IN) Terminals” on
page 14.

– Select the digital input mode correctly. For details, see “Selecting

the Analog or Digital Input Mode” on page 15.

Digital input terminals

Digital TV

DBS tuner

Notes:

• 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
– DIGITAL 3 (optical): For digital TV broadcast tuner
– DIGITAL 4 (optical): For CD recorder

• When you want to operate the CD player or CD recorder using the

COMPU LINK remote control system, connect the target
component also as described in “Analog connections” (see page 7).

• When you want to operate the DVD player using the AV COMPU
LINK remote control system, connect the DVD player also as
described in “Analog connections” (see page 8).

Digital output terminal

This terminal can output the same type of incoming signals Dolby
Digital, Linear PCM, and DTS.

CD recorder, etc.

Digital optical cable (not supplied)
between digital optical terminals

Getting Started

CD player

Digital coaxial cable (not supplied)
between digital coaxial terminals

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 the
digital coaxial cable (not supplied).

When the component has a digital
optical output terminal, connect it to the
DIGITAL 2 (CD), DIGITAL 3 (TV), or
DIGITAL 4 (CDR) terminal, using the
digital optical cable (not supplied).

Before connecting a digital
optical cable, unplug the
protective plug.

DVD player

CD recorder

When the digital recording
equipment such as a CD recorder
has a digital optical input terminal,
connect it to the DIGITAL OUT
terminal enables you to perform
digital-to-digital recording.

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. We
recommend that you use a coaxial cable to connect the antenna,
since it is well-shielded against interference.

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.

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STANDBY

STANDBY/ON

Basic Operations

L C

S.WFR

LS RS

CH-

S

LFE

SPK

VOLUME

ANALOG

1

R

AUDIO

DVD VCR

TV SOUND/DBS

CD TAPE/CDR

SOURCE NAME

FM/AM

DVD MULTI

PHONO

SOURCE NAME

DVD MULTIDVD

CD

TAPE/CDRTV/DBS VCR PHONO

FM/AM

CONTROL

+−+−+

−

231

564

897/P

0

+1010

BASS BOOST EFFECT

MENU

ENTER

TEST

DIMMER

MUTING

CH TV VOL

/REW FF/

VOLUME

CATV/DBS
CONTROL

TV/VIDEO

REC

TUNING

PAUSE

RETURN FM MODE 100

+

CONTROL

A/V CONTROL RECEIVER

RM-SRX7020J REMOTE CONTROL

CATV/DBS VCR TV AUDIO

SURROUND

MODE INPUTON/OFF

DVD MULTIDVD

CD

TAPE/CDR

TREBLE

TV/DBS VCR PHONO

FM/AM

BASS

SURROUND ANALOG/DIGITAL

SLEEP

+

−

– SUB WOOFER +

– REAR • R +

– REAR • L +

– CENTER +

−−++

SOUND

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY

ADJUST

RX-7020V

AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER

SETTING

MASTER VOLUME

CONTROL

DOWN UP

SURROUND MODE

PHONES

SURROUND ON/OFF

FM/AM TUNING

STANDBY

FM/AM PRESET FM MODE

MEMORY

STANDBY/ON

DVD

VCR

TV SOUND/DBS

CD TAPE/CDR

SOURCE NAME

SOURCE NAME

FM/AM

DVD MULTI

PHONO

BASS BOOST

INPUT

ANALOG/DIGITAL

SPEAKERS ON/OFF

INPUT ATT

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LC

S.WFR

LS RS

CH-

S

LFE

SPK

PRO LOGIC ΙΙ DSP H.PHONE

AUTO MUTING

TUNED

STEREO

VOLUME

BASS BOOST

INPUT ATT

SLEEP

DIGITAL AUTO

ANALOG

DIGITAL

LINEAR PCM

12

R

Front Panel

STANDBY lamp

PHONES

jack

STANDBY/ON

Display

SPEAKERS

ON/OFF

Source

Selecting

Buttons

SOURCE

NAME

Turning On the Power

Press STANDBY/ON (or AUDIO on the remote control).

Remote Control

Source

Selecting

Buttons

AUDIO

SLEEP

DIMMER

MUTING

VOLUME
+/–

MASTER
VOLUME

Selecting the Source to Play

Press one of the Source Selecting Buttons. The selected source name
appears on the display.

On the front panel

From the remote control

The STANDBY lamp goes off. The name of the current source (or
station frequency) appears on the display.

Current source name appears

Current volume level is shown here

To turn off the power (into standby mode)

Press STANDBY/ON

(or AUDIO on
the remote control) again.
The STANDBY lamp lights up.

Note:

A small amount of power is consumed in standby mode. To turn the
power off completely, unplug the AC power cord.

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On the front panel

From the remote control

DVD MULTI : Select the DVD player for viewing the digital video

disc using the analog discrete output mode (5.1 CH
reproduction).
To enjoy the DVD MULTI playback, see page 30.

DVD : Select the DVD player.
VCR : Select the VCR.
TV SOUND/DBS

: Select the TV sound (or the DBS tuner).

CD * : Select the CD player.
TAPE/CDR * : Select the cassette deck (or the CD recorder).
PHONO * : Select the turntable.
FM/AM * : Select an FM or AM broadcast.

• Each time you press the button, the band
alternates between FM and AM.

Notes:

• When connecting a CD recorder (to the TAPE/CDR jacks) or a DBS
tuner (to the TV SOUND/DBS jacks), change the source name that
appears on the display. See “Changing the source name” on page

11.

• When you have connected some digital source components using
the digital terminals (see page 9), you need to select the digital
input mode (see page 15).

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

Changing the source name

Remote

NOT

TAPE/CDR

SOURCE NAME

TV SOUND/DBS

SOURCE NAME

TAPE/CDR

SOURCE NAME

TV SOUND/DBS

SOURCE NAME

+

−

VOLUME

Remote

NOT

SPEAKERS ON/OFF

1

2

DVD MULTIDVD

CD

TAPE/CDRTV/DBS VCR PHONO

FM/AM

DVD VCR

TV SOUND/DBS

CD TAPE/CDR

SOURCE NAME

FM/AM

DVD MULTI

PHONO

SOURCE NAME

MASTER VOLUME

When you have connected a CD recorder to the
TAPE/CDR jacks or the DBS tuner to the TV
SOUND/DBS jacks on the rear panel, change the
source name which will be shown on the display.

When changing the source name from “TAPE” to “CDR”:

1

Press TAPE/CDR (SOURCE NAME)
to select “TAPE” as the source.

2

Press and hold SOURCE NAME
(TAPE/CDR) to assign “CDR.”

When changing the source name from “TV SOUND” to “DBS”:

1

Press TV SOUND/DBS (SOURCE
NAME) to select “TV SOUND” as
the source.

2

Press and hold SOURCE NAME
(TV SOUND/DBS) to assign “DBS.”

Adjusting the Volume

On the front panel:

To increase the volume,

turn MASTER VOLUME clockwise.

To decrease the volume,

turn it counterclockwise.

From 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 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
“50” (maximum).

Selecting the Front Speakers

Basic Operations

To change the source name to “TAPE” or “TV SOUND,” repeat
the same procedure above.

Notes:

• To watch the picture from DBS tuner, change the source name to
“DBS.” If “TV SOUND” is selected, you cannot watch the picture
from DBS tuner.

• Without changing the source name, you can still use the connected
components. However, there may be some inconvenience.
– “TAPE” or “TV SOUND” will appear on the display when you

select the CD recorder or DBS tuner.

– You cannot use the digital input (see page 15) for the CD

recorder.

– You cannot use the COMPU LINK remote control system (see

page 31) to operate the CD recorder.

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/CDR, PHONO, FM/AM, while watching the picture
from a video component such as the VCR, DVD player, or DBS
tuner, etc.

On the front panel

Notes:

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

• This function can use only when selecting the S-video or composite
video input terminal.

From the remote control

When you have connected two pairs of the front speakers, you can
select which to use.

To use the speakers connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS 1
terminals, press SPEAKERS ON/OFF 1 so that the SPK 1 indicator

lights up on the display. (Make sure that the SPK 2 is not lit on the
display.)

To use the speakers connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS 2
terminals, press SPEAKERS ON/OFF 2 so that the SPK 2 indicator

lights up on the display. (Make sure that the SPK 1 is not lit on the
display.)
To use both sets of the speakers, press SPEAKERS ON/OFF 1 and 2
so that the SPK 1 and SPK 2 indicators light up on the display.
To use neither sets of the speakers, press SPEAKERS ON/OFF

1 and 2 so that the SPK 1 and SPK 2 indicators disappear from the

display.

Notes:

• If you select any of the Surround modes while using both the speakers
connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS 1 and 2 terminals, the
speakers connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS 2 terminals are
deactivated.

• While the surround mode is in use, you can only select either the
speakers connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS 1 or 2 terminals.

• If you select the source to DVD MULTI while using both the speakers
connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS 1 and 2 terminals, the
speakers connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS 2 terminals are
deactivated.

• When selecting “DVD MULTI” as the source, you can only select
either the speakers connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS 1 or

2

terminals.

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Basic Operations

SLEEP

2010 30 40 50 60

70

8090

(Canceled)

0

L C

S.WFR

LS RS

CH-

S

LFE

SPK SLEEP

ANALOG

1

R

DIMMER

L

H.PHONE

ANALOG

R

MUTING

L C

S.WFR

LS RS

CH-

S

LFE

SPK

ANALOG

1

R

Listening Only with Headphones

You must turn off both pairs of speakers when you listen with
headphones.

1

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

2

Press SPEAKERS ON/OFF 1 and SPEAKERS ON/OFF 2 so
that neither the SPK 1 nor SPK 2 indicator appears on the
display.

•“HEADPHONE” appears and H. PHONE indicator lights up
on the display.

This cancels the Surround modes currently selected, and
activates the HEADPHONE mode (see below).

HEADPHONE mode

When using the headphones, following signals are output
regardless of your speaker setting:
— For 2 channel sources, the front left, right channel signals are

output directly from the headphones.

— For multichannel sources, the front left and right, center, and

rear channel signals are down-mixed and then output from the
headphones.
You can enjoy multichannel sound sources using the
headphones.

Notes:

• While in the HEADPHONE mode, you cannot use any Surround
modes (see page 23).

• Activating the speakers cancel the HEADPHONE mode and turns
on the Surround modes previously selected.

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.

• Before turning on speakers again, as high volume may output from

the speakers.

Changing the Display Brightness

You can dim the display.

Press DIMMER

on the remote control.

• Each time you press the button, the display dims and
brightens alternately.

Turning Off the Power
with the Sleep Timer

You can fall asleep while listening to music—Sleep Timer.

Press SLEEP on the remote control repeatedly.

• The SLEEP indicator lights up on the display, and the
shut-off time changes in 10 minutes intervals.

When the shut-off time comes

The receiver turns off automatically.

To check or change the remaining time until the shut-off time

Press SLEEP once.
The remaining time (in minutes) until the shut-off time appears.

• To change the shut-off time, press SLEEP repeatedly.

To cancel the Sleep Timer

Press SLEEP repeatedly until “SLEEP 0 MIN” appears on the
display. (The SLEEP indicator goes off.)

• Turning off the power also cancels the Sleep Timer.

Turning Off the Sounds
Temporarily—Muting

You can turn off the volume temporarily.

Press MUTING on the remote control 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.

• Turning MASTER VOLUME on the front panel or pressing
VOLUME +/– on the remote control also restores the sound.

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Basic Operations

S.WFR

S.WFR

LS RSS

LFE

RCL

LC

S.WFR

LS RS

CH-

S

LFE

SPK ONE TOUCH

PRO LOGIC ΙΙ

DIGITAL AUTO

ANALOG

DIGITAL

LINEAR PCM

1

R

S.WFR

LS RSS

LFE

RCL

Basic adjustment auto memory

This receiver memorizes sound settings for each source when—:

• you turn off the power,

• you change the source, and

• you assign the source name.

When you change the source, the memorized settings for the
newly selected source are automatically recalled.
The following can be stored for each source:

• Input attenuator mode (see page 19)

• Balance (see page 19)

• Tone adjustment (see page 20)

• Subwoofer output level (see page 20)

• Surround mode selection (see pages 26 – 29)

• BASS BOOST (see page 20)

Notes:

• You cannot assign and store different settings for digital input
mode and analog input mode.

• If the source is FM or AM, you can assign a different setting for
each band.

For recording

For analog-to-analog recording

You can record any analog source through the receiver to —:

• the cassette deck (or CD recorder) connected to the TAPE/CDR

jacks, and

• the VCR connected to the VCR jacks at the same time.

For digital-to-digital recording

You can record the currently selected digital input through the
receiver to a digital recording device connected to the DIGITAL
OUT terminal.

Signal and speaker indicators on the display

Signal indicators

The following signal indicators light up—:

L : •When digital input is selected: Lights up when the left

channel signal comes in.

• When analog input is selected: Always lights up.

R : • When digital input is selected: Lights up when the right

channel signal comes in.

• When analog input is selected: Always lights up.

C:When the center channel signal comes in.
LS : When the left rear channel signal comes in.
RS : When the right rear channel signal comes in.
S:When the monaural rear channel signal or 2 ch Dolby

Digital Surround encoded signal comes in.

LFE: When the LFE channel signal comes in.

The speaker indicators light up when—:

• The corresponding speaker is activated, and

• The corresponding speaker is required for the current playback.

Notes:

• When you select “DVD MULTI,” all the signal indicators except “S”
light up.

• When “SUBWOOFER” is set to “YES” (see page 16),
lights up.

Speaker indicators

Notes:

• Analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog recordings are not
possible.

• The output volume level, bass boost (see page 20), tone
adjustment (see page 20), and Surround modes (see page 23)
cannot affect the recording.

• The test tone signal (see pages 26 and 27) does not come out
through the DIGITAL OUT terminal.

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