JVC RX-815 VTN Instruction Manual
INSTRUCTIONS
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CAUTION:
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
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 products
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.:
Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet.
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Do not expose this appliance to rain or
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moisture.
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the JVC RX-815VTN receiver. We hope it will be a valued addition
to your audio system. Be sure to read these instructions carefully before installing and operating
the receiver.
Features
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Dolby Pro Logic Surround
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DAP (Digital Acoustics Processor)
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7-band S.E.A. Graphic Equalizer
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CSRP (COMPU LINK Source-Related Preset) System
AboutThisManual
This manual gives you the basic information you need to install and use your receiver. It
explains everything you need to know from turning the power switch on to basic troubleshoot-
ing. Please consult your JVC dealer if you have further questions about the receiver.
The following conventions are used in this manual:
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Controls, buttons, and connection points on the back of the receiver are indicated with
capital letters, like this: POWER button, AUDIO jacks
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Messages that appear in the display window are indicated with capital letters and in quotes,
like this: "TUNED"
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Instructions that you need to follow to get the correct results are labeled
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Helpful information is labeled
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To avoid electric shock to yourself or damage to the receiver, read the information labeled
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CAUTION!
NOTE:
IMPORTANT!
Page 1
Contents
INTRODUCTION
SWITCHES AND
CONTROLS
INSTALLATION
OPERATION OUTLINE
SELECTING THE SOURCE
RECEIVING AN
AM/FM
BROADCAST
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME
Features
About This Manual
Receiver
Remote Control
Cautions
Connecting Stereo Components
Connecting Speakers
Connecting an AM Antenna
Connecting an FM Antenna
Connecting the Power
Basic Operation Reference
Listening or Viewing
Recording
Tuning
Selecting an FM Reception Mode
Presetting Tuned Frequencies
Adjusting the Volume
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14
15
16
17
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ADJUSTING THE TONE
USING THE
SURROUND PROCESSOR
USING SPECIAL
FEATURES
OPERATING
SOURCE COMPONENTS
TROUBLESHOOTING
Overview
Equalizing the Sound
Using Preset Equalizing Settings
Preset Your Equalizing Settings
Overview
Selecting a Sound Effect
Adjusting the Dolby Surround Sound Effect
Adjusting the DAP Sound Effect
Using the Sleep Timer
Assigning Names
Using the CSRP Function
COMPU LINK Remote Control System
AV COMPU LINK System
Using the Remote Control
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Switches and Controls
Familiarize yourself with the main switches and controls on your J VC RX-815VTN receiver.
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CSRP indicator (Page 32)
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SURROUND indicators (Page 25)
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Display window (Page 14)
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RECEIVED/POWER STANDBY indicator (Page 14)
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REMOTE SENSOR window (Page 14)
MASTER VOLUME control (Page 21)
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Buttons for CSRP (Page 30)
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SOURCE SELECT buttons (Page 15)
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TUNER PRESET buttons (Page 18)
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Buttons for built-in tuner (Page 17)
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Buttons for built-in S.E.A. graphic equalizer
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VIDEO jacks (Page 8)
Buttons for built-in surround processor
SPEAKERS buttons (Page 21)
PHONES jack (Page 9)
POWER switch (Page 14)
SLEEP button
SOURCE SELECT buttons
LIGHTING switch
Buttons for operating components
CONTROL buttons
FADE MUTING button
POWER switch
CD CHANGER buttons
Buttons for CSRP
VOLUME adjuster
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Installation
This section explains how to connect the receiver to other stereo equipment and speakers, and
how to connect the power supply.
Cautions
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Before Installation
Positioning ihe Receiver
Making Power
Connections
Handling the Receiver
CAUTION!
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Make sure your hands are dry.
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Turn
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Read the installation instructions for all components you are going to connect.
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CAUTION!
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Install the receiver in a location that is level and protected from moisture.
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The temperature around the receiver must be between 23° and 104° F (-5°
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and 40° C).
Make sure there is good ventilation around the receiver. Poor ventilation
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could cause overheating and damage the receiver.
CAUTION!
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Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.
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Do not pull on the power cord to unplug the receiver. Always grab the plug
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directly so as not to damage the cord.
CAUTION!
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Do not insert any metal object into the receiver.
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Do not disassemble the receiver or remove screws, covers, or cabinet.
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Do not expose the receiver to rain or moisture.
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Before installing your receiver:
the power off to all components.
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Connecting Stereo Components
BeforeStarting
Basic Connections
for Audio Components
You can connect the following components to the receiver:
Audio components
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Turntable
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CD player
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Two tape decks
Video components
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Two VCRs
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Camcorder
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TV
IMPORTANT!
left-channel jack of the receiver, and the right channel to the right-channel jack.
If they are reversed, the stereophonic image will not be correct.
The left channel of any audio component must be connected to the
NOTE: To ensure correct connections, insert the red plug into the right channel.
Connect stereo components to the amplifier using cables with RCA PIN plugs. If you are
connecting a tape deck, connect the output jacks on the tape deck to the jacks marked IN
(PLAY) on the receiver, and the input jacks to those marked OUT (REC).
NOTES:
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Any turntables incorporating a small-output cartridge such as an MC (moving-coil
type) must he connected to this amplifier through a commercial head amplifier or
step-up transformer. Direct connection may result in insufficient volume.
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If a ground cable is fitted to your turntable, connect the cable to the screw marked
CND on the rear panel.
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COMPU LINK-3
Connections
COMPU LINK-3 SYNCHRO jacks on the back of the receiver connect the COMPU LINK
remote control system. This system connects other JVC audio components with the receiver
to make listening and recording more convenient. To use this system, attach the cables provided
with your JVC components to the COMPU LINK-3 SYNCHRO jacks on the rear panel of each
component. Then connect the cables to the receiver.
NOTES:
COMPU LINK-3 is an upgraded version of COMPU LINK-1. If your equipment
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provides COMPU LINK-1 jacks, you can still connect your equipment, but slight
imperfections may result. Automatic Power ON/OFF, for example, may not always
function properly.
Refer to page 31 for details about the COMPU LINK remote control system.
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Other Audio Connections
SWITCHED
CAUTION!
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Do not connect Tape Deck 2 to the COMPU LINK jacks. It may
cause the COMPU LINK system to malfunction.
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Use the socket on the back of the receiver to connect the power supply of any audio components.
TAPEDECK 1
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SYNCHRO
TURNTABLE
By pressing the POWER switch on the remote control, you can turn the receiver, and all
connected components, on or off at the same time.
AC outlets have a capacity of 180 watts.
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CAUTION!
Do not connect any components that consume more power than the
capacity of the AC outlet.
Basic Connections for
Video Components
Connect the audio signal jacks of your video components to the AUDIO jacks on the receiver.
Connect the video signal (composite) jacks to the VIDEO jacks. If you are connecting a VCR,
connect the output jacks on the VCR to the jacks marked IN (PLAY) on the receiver, and the
input jacks to those marked OUT (REC).
NOTE: Keep the connecting cables for your TV, VCR, and antenna away,
power cord leading from the back of the receiver. The power cord may cause noise
or screen interference. We recommend that you use coaxial cable to connect the
antenna, since it is well-shielded against interference.
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Video Output
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Camcorder Connection
Use the convenient VIDEO jacks on the front of the receiver to connect a camcorder, since a
camcorder is often connected and disconnected.
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Connection
audio output
video output
The AV COMPU LINK jacks on the back of the receiver connect the AV COMPU LINK
system. This system connects other JVC video components with the receiver to make viewing
and recording more convenient. To use this system, attach the shielded audio cable with the
monaural mini plug (3.5 mm diameter) to the AV COMPU LINK jacks on the back of each
component. Then connect the cable to the receiver.
CAMCODER
are three AV COMPU LINK jacks on the back of the receiver.
IMPORTANT!
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Connect your TV to the jack marked TV. Connect your VCR to either of the
remaining two jacks.
IMPORTANT!
After connecting your VCRs to the AV COMPU LINK jacks, set the
remote control codes before trying to operate them. Set the VCR connected to the
VCR I jacks to remote control code A. Set the VCR connected to the VCR 2 jacks
For details on how to set the remote control code, refer to your VCR
to code
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user manual.
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NOTES:
Make connections to the AV COMPU LINK jacks, not the COMPU LINK-3 SYN-
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CHRO jacks.
Some VCRs use the same jack for both AV COMPU LINK and SWAP editing. In
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such a case, you can't use SWAP editing function after connecting the AV COMPU
LINK.
VCR 2
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Connecting Speakers
Before Starting
Connecting Speakers
Connecting the Front
Speakers
You can connect the following combinations of speakers:
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two pairs of front speakers to produce normal stereo sound
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one pair of rear speakers to produce the surround sound effect
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one center speaker for more effective Dolby surround sound
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CAUTION!
To connect each speaker, follow these steps:
Step 1 Open each terminal on the back of the receiver and insert the end of the speaker wire,
as shown.
Step 2 Close the terminals to clamp the speaker wires in place, as shown.
NOTE: Use the wire supplied with the speakers.
Connect the front speakers to the FRONT SPEAKERS terminals. Up to two sets of front
speakers can be connected.
Use speakers with the impedance marked near the terminals.
SPEAKERS 1
Listening to Headphones
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SPEAKERS 2
Insert the headphone plug into the PHONES jack. To limit sound to the headphones (no sound
from the speakers), press SPEAKER buttons 1 and 2 to deactivate all speakers.
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CAUTION!
the headphones, then gradually increase the volume.
To avoid hearing damage, turn the volume down before plugging in
Right-hand-side
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Connecting the Rear
Speakers and Center
Speakers
Connect the rear speakers to the SURROUND SPEAKERS terminals. Connect the center
speaker to the CENTER SPEAKER terminals.
NOTE: It is recommended that you use an antimagnetic speaker for the center speaker.
Position the center speaker near the TV monitor.
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Increasing Power for the
Rear Speakers
Left-hand side
REAR
SPEAKERS
To increase power for the rear speakers, you can use a separate amplifier.
Right-hand-side
Step 1 Connect the input terminals of the power amplifier to the REAR OUT terminal on the
back of the receiver.
Step 2 Connect the rear speakers to the speaker terminals of the connected amplifier.
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Frequencies
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Connect the input terminal of the amplifier to the SUB WOOFER jack of the receiver. Then
connect a subwoofer to the speaker terminals of the connected power amplifier.
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Connecting an AM Antenna
Before Starting
Basic Connections
AM Outdoor Antenna
One AM loop antenna is supplied with your receiver.
To connect the AM loop antenna to the AM LOOP terminals, follow these steps:
Step 1 Open each terminal and insert one of the two ends of the AM antenna wire.
Step 2 Close the terminals to clamp the antenna wires in place.
Step 3 Stand the AM loop antenna on its own base, as shown. Set it on any flat surface.
If your AM broadcast reception is unsatisfactory, you should connect an AM outdoor antenna
in addition to the loop antenna. The antenna wire should be 16 to 40 feet (5 to 13 meters) long.
Connect one end of the outdoor single vinyl-covered antenna wire to the AM LOOP terminal
marked AM EXT.
IMPORTANT!
not disconnect the loop antenna when installing an outdoor antenna.
IMPORTANT!
touches the rear panel of the receiver. Otherwise, the receiver might not pick up
AM broadccsts.
The AM loop antenna must be installed to receive
Except for the connection, make sure no uninsulated antenna wire
AM
broadcasts. Do
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Connecting an FM Antenna
Before Starting
Connecting the
Temporary FM Antenna
A temporary FM antenna and cable is supplied with your receiver. If reception with this antenna
is not satisfactory, you may consider purchasing a 300-ohm feeder-cable antenna or a 75-ohm
coaxial-cable antenna.
A\ CAUTION!
antenna.
Before connecting the new FM antenna, disconnect any other FM
To connect the supplied antenna, follow these steps:
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Loosen the cap on the 300/75-ohm terminal on the back of the receiver.
Loosen the cap on the 300-ohm terminal on the back of the receiver.
Connect the antenna by inserting one wire behind each cap.
Tighten the caps on both terminals.
Connecting a 300-Ohm
FM Antenna
Connecting a 75-Ohm
Antenna
To connect a 300-ohm feeder-cable antenna, use the same steps as for the temporary FM
antenna.
To connect a 75-ohm coaxial-cable antenna, follow these steps:
Step 1
Unscrew the cap and bracket screw on the 300/75-ohm terminal. Insert the round
antenna cable from below.
Step 2
Make sure the shield braid on the cable contacts the bracket, and the center conductor
of the cable contacts the 300/75-ohm terminal.
Step 3
Tighten the bracket screws and the cap on the 300/75-ohm terminal.
IMPORTANT!
on the receiver. This could cause poor reception.
Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any other terminals
center conductor
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