JVC RX-9000VBK Instruction Manual
AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER
RX-9000VBK
SUB
MAIN
STANDBY
ON
ROOM
ROOM
TV/CATV/DBS
SUB ROOM
POWER POWER
CDR/VCR 2
ANALOG/DIGITAL
123
REAR TONE
456
SEA MODE REAR-R
/P
7
TEST
10
RETURN
FM MODE
SET
CHANNEL VOLUMETV VOL
TAPE/MD
VCR 1
CONTROL
/REW
PLAY
TUNING
REC
STOP PAUSE
RM-SRX9000J REMOTE CONTROL
VCR 1
SLEEP
CENTER
MENUMENU
REAR-L
ENTERENTER
89
SUBWOOFER
+10
0
100+
AUDIO/
TV/VCR
CATV/DBS
TEXT
DISPLAY
MUTING
FF/
RX-9000V AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER
STANDBY
POWER
PHONES
MAIN ROOM SUB ROOM
COMPULINK
Remote
SPEAKERS
12
MULTI ROOM
SURROUND ON/OFF
MAIN ROOM
ON/OFF
DIMMER
DSP MODE
BALANCE/SURROUND
ADJUST
SUB ROOM
ON/OFF
SUB ROOM
CONTROL
ANALOG/DIGITAL
SEA MODE
SEA ADJUST SETTING
INPUT
LARGE
SMALL
THEATER
THEATER
FM/AM TUNING TUNER PRESET
TUNER/SEA MEMORY FM MODE
SOUND SELECT
INPUT ATT.
LIVE
DANCE
CLUB
CLUB
BASS BOOST ONE TOUCH OPERATION
SOURCE NAME
DIGITAL
CD
DVD
TV SOUND/DBS PHONO
TAPE/MDVCR 1
FM
CDR/VCR 2
VIDEO
CONCERT
CONCERT
HALL
ARENA
MULTI JOG
AM
SOURCE SELECTOR
MASTER VOLUME
–
VIDEO
S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIOLR
1 BIT P-E-M D-D-CONVERTER
+
MAIN ROOM
ON/OFF ON/OFF
DVD DVD MUILTI CD TAPE/MD
TV/DBS VIDEO PHONO FM/AM
VCR 1
SURROUND CNTR TONE
ON/OFF
SURROUND
MODE
CD-DISC
SOUND
MENU
EXIT
TV/VIDEO
DOWN UP
DIGITAL
INSTRUCTIONS
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.
LVT0428-001A
[J]
Warnings, Cautions and Others
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.:
1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet.
2. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
Caution –– POWER switch!
Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. The
POWER switch in any position does not disconnect the mains line.
The power can be remote controlled.
Caution –– SPEAKER LOAD SELECTOR switch!
Match the position of SPEAKER LOAD SELECTOR switch on the
back panel to the impedance of the speaker connected, to protect
from overheating.
For the main unit:
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number:
Trade Name:
Responsible Party:
Address:
Telephone Number:
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
RX-9000VBK
JVC
JVC Americas Corp.
1700 Valley Road, Wayne
New Jersey 07470
973-315-5000
For the main unit:
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 the remote control:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
manufacturer for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
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.
G-1
Wall or
obstructions
Spacing 15 cm
or more
Floor
RX-9000VBK
Front
Stand height
15 cm or more
Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................ 2
Features ...................................................................................... 2
Precautions ................................................................................. 2
Parts Identification ...................................... 3
Getting Started ........................................... 4
Before Installation ...................................................................... 4
Checking the Supplied Accessories ........................................... 4
Connecting the FM and AM Antennas ....................................... 4
Connecting the Speakers ............................................................ 5
Connecting Audio/Video Components....................................... 6
Setting Up the RF Rod Antenna............................................... 10
Setting Up the IR Signal Transmitter....................................... 10
Putting Batteries in the Remote Control .................................. 11
Connecting the Power Cord ..................................................... 11
Multi-room Operations ............................... 12
Basic Operating Procedure for Main Room............................. 13
Basic Operating Procedure for Sub-Room............................... 14
Main Room Basic Operations ...................... 15
Turning the Power On and Off (Standby) ................................ 15
Canceling the Main Room Operations ..................................... 15
Selecting the Main Room Source to Play ................................ 16
Adjusting the Main Room Volume........................................... 17
Activating the Main Room Front Speakers.............................. 17
Muting the Main Room Sound................................................. 18
Reinforcing the Bass ................................................................ 18
Attenuating the Input Signal .................................................... 18
Adjusting the Subwoofer Output Level.................................... 18
Adjusting the Front Speaker Output Balance........................... 19
Using the Sleep Timer.............................................................. 19
Changing the Display Brightness............................................. 19
Recording a Source .................................................................. 19
Sub-Room Operations ................................. 20
Turning the Power On and Off (Standby) and Selecting
the Sub-room Operations ................................................... 20
Canceling the Sub-room Operations ........................................ 21
Selecting the Sub-room Source to Play.................................... 21
Adjusting the Sub-room Volume .............................................. 22
Activating the Sub-room Front Speakers ................................. 22
Muting the Sub-room Sound .................................................... 22
Operating the Playback Source for the Sub-room.................... 22
Receiving Radio Broadcasts ........................ 29
Tuning in Stations Manually .................................................... 29
Using Preset Tuning ................................................................. 29
Selecting the FM Reception Mode........................................... 30
Assigning Names to Preset Stations......................................... 30
Using the SEA Modes ................................ 31
Selecting Your Favorite SEA Mode ........................................... 31
Creating Your Own SEA Mode ................................................ 31
Using the DSP Modes ................................ 32
What are the DSP Modes? ....................................................... 32
Reproducing the Sound Field................................................... 33
Av ailable DSP Modes According to the Speaker Arrangement ....... 34
Adjusting the Surround Modes ................................................ 35
Adjusting the DAP Modes ....................................................... 38
Activating the DSP Modes....................................................... 40
Using the DVD MULTI Playback Mode .......... 41
Activating the DVD MULTI Playback Mode .......................... 41
Using the On-Screen Menus ........................ 42
Selecting the Main Room Source to Play ............................ 42
Selecting Different Sources for Picture and Sound.............. 42
Activating the DSP Modes ................................................... 42
Selecting the Analog or Digital Input Mode ........................ 42
Adjusting the Front Speaker Output Balance....................... 43
Reinforcing the Bass ............................................................ 43
Attenuating the Input Signal................................................. 43
Adjusting the Subwoofer Output Level................................ 43
Adjusting the DSP Modes .................................................... 43
Adjusting the DVD MULTI Playback Mode ....................... 44
Selecting Your Favorite SEA Mode ..................................... 45
Creating Your Own SEA Mode ............................................ 45
Setting the Basic Setting Items ............................................ 45
Operating the Tuner.............................................................. 46
Storing the Preset Stations ................................................... 46
Assigning Names to Preset Stations..................................... 46
COMPU LINK Remote Control System ......... 47
TEXT COMPU LINK Remote Control System .. 49
Showing the Disc Information on the TV Screen ................ 50
Searching for a Disc (Only for the CD player) .................... 51
Entering the Disc Information.............................................. 52
Basic Settings ........................................... 23
Changing the Source Name...................................................... 23
Setting the Front Speakers Either for the Main Room
or Sub-room ....................................................................... 23
Setting the Subwoofer Information .......................................... 23
Setting the Speakers for the DSP Modes ................................. 24
Digital Input (DIGITAL IN) Terminal Setting......................... 26
Selecting the Analog or Digital Input Mode ............................ 26
Showing the Text Information on the Display ......................... 27
Storing the Basic Settings and Adjustments — One Touch
Operation ........................................................................... 28
AV COMPU LINK Remote Control System .... 54
Operating JVC’s Audio/Video Components ... 57
Operating Other Manufacturers’ Video
Equipment ............................................ 60
Troubleshooting ......................................... 63
Specifications ............................................ 65
Indicates the functions YOU CAN ALSO USE when
the receiver is ready for the sub-room operations.
1
Introduction
We would like to thank you for purchasing one of our JVC products.
Before operating this unit, read this manual carefully and thoroughly to obtain the best possible performance
from your unit, and retain this manual for future reference.
Features
Main Functions
• Dolby Digital Decoder Incorporated
You can enjoy Dolby Digital, one of the most advanced home
theater sound systems available. Dolby Digital, with five fullrange channels and a subwoofer channel, lets you enjoy the most
spectacular theater sound at home when you view movies on
DVD.
• Compatible with DTS Digital Surround
The RX-9000VBK is compatible with DTS Digital Surround as
well. DTS Digital Surround is the latest digital movie soundtrack
format that delivers 5.1-channel audio like Dolby Digital. Using a
low audio-data compression rate, it features natural, solid and
clear sound.
• Multi Room Operations
You can connect two pairs of the front speakers to the RX9000VBK, and use them to listen to different sources in the
different rooms (Main room and Sub-room) at the same time.
• RF/IR Multi-brand Remote Control
The remote control sends out not only IR (infrared) signals but
also RF (radio frequency) signals as coded commands to control
the receiver. The RF rod antenna can receive the RF (Radio
Frequency) signals sent from the remote control to operate the
receiver. In addition, the supplied RF signal transmitter can
transmit IR signals which could control other video components.
– The remote control provided with this receiver can transmit
control signals for many manufacturers’ video components.
• COMPU LINK Remote Control System
The COMPU LINK remote control system allows you to operate
other JVC audio components from this receiver.
• TEXT COMPU LINK Remote Control System
The TEXT COMPU LINK remote control system has been
developed to deal with the disc information recorded in the CD
Text and MDs. Using these information in the discs, you can
operate the CD player or MD recorder through the receiver.
• AV COMPU LINK Remote Control System
The AV COMPU LINK remote control system allows you to
operate other JVC video components from this receiver.
Main Technologies
• K2 Interface
K2 Interface eliminates jitter and ripples, achieving a drastic
reduction in digital distortion. You can obtain a natural sound field
from stereo and 5.1 channel sources.
• Dynamic Super-A
Dynamic Super-A is JVC’s exclusive technology which combines
the silky, distortion-free sound of a class-A amplifier and the
robust efficiency of a class-B amplifier.
Precautions
Power sources
• When unplugging the receiver from the wall outlet, always pull
the plug, not the AC power cord.
• Do not handle the AC power cord with wet hands.
• If you are not going to operate the receiver for an extended period
of time, unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet.
Multi-room operations
• Do not use the remote control outdoors or install the speakers
outdoors.
• When operating the receiver from the place where you cannot see
the receiver (for example, when controlling the receiver installed
in the living room, from the kitchen), pay attention to the
following not to surprise other people:
– Be careful not to turn up the volume so high when controlling
the receiver without listening to the playback sound.
– Be careful not to surprise other people at a sudden sound coming
out of the receiver when turning it on. (A sudden stop of the
sound may also surprise other people.)
• If the receiver operates by itself or malfunctions, the following
causes will be considered.
– Interference to RF communication between the receiver and the
remote control from outside.
– The remote control is operated unintentionally. For example, a
book is placed on the remote control, possibly, depressing some
buttons on the remote control.
• If your neighbour uses the same or similar RF remote control
system, the receiver may happen to receive the RF signals sent
from such an RF remote control system, which could cause your
receiver to be operated unintentionally. If this happen, stop using
the RF rod antenna and the remote control, and consult your JVC
dealer or the nearest JVC Service Center.
Others
• Should any metallic object or liquid fall into the unit, unplug the
unit and consult your dealer before operating any further.
• Do not disassemble the unit since there are no user serviceable
parts inside.
If anything goes wrong, unplug the AC power cord and consult your
JVC dealer.
2
Parts Identification
Refer to the pages in parentheses for details.
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RX-9000V AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER
STANDBY
POWER
PHONES
COMPULINK
Remote
SPEAKERS
12
MAIN ROOM SUB ROOM
MULTI ROOM
SURROUND ON/OFF
MAIN ROOM
ON/OFF
DIMMER
DSP MODE
BALANCE/SURROUND
ADJUST
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2
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4
5
6
7
8
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SUB
MAIN
ROOM
MAIN ROOM
ON/OFF ON/OFF
DVD DVD MUILTI CD TAPE/MD
TV/DBS VIDEO PHONO FM/AM
VCR 1
SURROUND CNTR TONE
ON/OFF
SURROUND
MODE
CD-DISC
SOUND
MENU
EXIT
TV/VIDEO
DOWN UP
REC
STANDBY ON
ROOM
TV/CATV/DBS
SUB ROOM
POWER POWER
CDR/VCR 2
ANALOG/DIGITAL
CENTER
123
MENUMENU
TEST REAR-L
456
ENTERENTER
EFFECT REAR-R
/P
89
7
SEA MODE
SUBWOOFER
10
0
RETURN FM MODE
SET
CHANNEL VOLUMETV VOL
TAPE/MD
VCR 1
CONTROL
/REW
PLAY
TUNING
STOP PAUSE
RM-SRX9000J REMOTE CONTROL
FF/
VCR 1
SLEEP
+10
100+
AUDIO/
TV/VCR
CATV/DBS
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SUB ROOM
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SEA ADJUST SETTING
Remote Control
1 Remote operation lamp (10)
2 Multi-room operation selector (13, 14)
3 MAIN ROOM ON/OFF button (15)
4 SUB ROOM ON/OFF button (14, 20)
5 Source selecting buttons (16, 21)
6 SURROUND ON/OFF button (35, 40)
7 SURROUND MODE button (37, 39, 40)
8 CD-DISC button (58)
9 SOUND button (18, 31, 35, 39, 41)
p On-screen operation buttons (42, 50)
q TV VOL +/– buttons (59, 60)
w Operating buttons for audio/video components
e AUDIO POWER buttons (13 – 15, 20)
r VCR 1 POWER button (59, 61)
t TV/CATV/DBS POWER button (59 – 61)
y SLEEP button (19)
u ANALOG/DIGITAL button (27)
i • 10 keys for selecting preset channels (30)
o Remote control mode selector (15, 57, 59, 60)
; TEXT DISPLAY button (50)
a CHANNEL +/– button (59 – 61)
s VOLUME +/– button (13, 14, 17, 22)
d MUTING button (18, 22)
LARGE
SMALL
LIVE
DANCE
CONCERT
CLUB
FM MODE
ONE TOUCH OPERATION
CONCERT
HALL
ARENA
MULTI JOG
INPUT
ANALOG/DIGITAL
THEATER
THEATER
FM/AM TUNING TUNER PRESET
TUNER/SEA MEMORY
SOUND SELECT
INPUT ATT.
CLUB
BASS BOOST
SOURCE NAME
Lights when transmitting a control signal.
DVD, DVD MULTI, CD, TAPE/MD, TV/DBS,
VIDEO, PHONO, FM/AM, VCR 1, CDR/VCR 2
MENU, SET, EXIT, %, fi, @, #
(57 – 61)
STANDBY, ON
• 10 keys for adjusting sound
(18, 31, 35, 39, 41)
• 10 keys for operating audio/video components
(57 – 61)
DIGITAL
DVD
TV SOUND/DBS PHONO
TAPE/MDVCR 1
CDR/VCR 2
VIDEO
SOURCE SELECTOR
CD
FM
AM
1 BIT P-E-M D-D-COMVERTER
MASTER VOLUME
–
VIDEO
S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIOLR
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Front Panel
1 POWER button and STANDBY lamp
(13 – 15, 20)
2 Remote sensor (10)
3 MAIN ROOM ON/OFF button and lamp (15)
4 SURROUND ON/OFF button and lamp (36, 40)
5 SUB ROOM ON/OFF button and lamp (14, 20)
6 SUB ROOM CONTROL button and lamp
(14, 21)
7 INPUT ANALOG/DIGITAL button (27)
8 FM/AM TUNING button (29) *
9 FM MODE button (30)
p Display (16)
q Source lamps (16)
w MASTER VOLUME control (13, 14, 17, 22)
e PHONES jack (17)
r Front speaker buttons and lamps
• SPEAKERS 1, SPEAKERS 2 (17)
• MAIN ROOM, SUB ROOM (22)
t DIMMER button (19)
y DSP MODE button (36, 38, 40)
u BALANCE/SURROUND ADJUST button
(19, 36, 37) *
i SEA MODE button (31)
o SEA ADJUST button (31) *
; SETTING button (23 – 27) *
a TUNER/SEA MEMORY button (29 – 31)
s SOUND SELECT/INPUT ATT. button (17, 18)
d BASS BOOST/SOURCE NAME button (18, 23)
f ONE TOUCH OPERATION button and lamp
(28)
g TUNER PRESET button (30) *
h MULTI JOG control
What this control actually does depends on
which function you are trying to adjust. Before
using this control, select the function by pressing
one of the buttons marked with *.
j SOURCE SELECTOR control (13, 14, 16, 21)
k VIDEO input jacks (8)
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3
Getting Started
This section explains how to connect audio/video components and speakers to the receiver, and how to connect the
power supply.
Before Installation
General
• 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˚C and
35˚C (23˚F and 95˚F).
• Make sure there is good ventilation around the receiver. Poor
ventilation could cause overheating and damage the receiver.
Handling the receiver
• Do not insert any metal object into the receiver.
• Do not disassemble the receiver or remove screws, covers, or
cabinet.
• Do not expose the receiver to rain or moisture.
Checking the Supplied Accessories
Check to be sure you have all of the following items, which are
supplied with the receiver.
The number in the parentheses indicates quantity of the pieces
supplied.
• Remote Control (1)
• Batteries (2)
• AM Loop Antenna (1)
Connecting the FM and AM Antennas
FM Antenna Connections
ANTENNA
A
5
7
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A
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FM Antenna
ANTENNA
AM
LOOP
FM 75
COAXIAL
Extend the supplied FM antenna horizontally.
Outdoor FM Antenna Cable
AM
EXT
A. Using the Supplied FM Antenna
The FM antenna provided can be connected to the FM 75Ω
COAXIAL terminal as a temporary measure.
B. Using the Standard Type Connector with Outdoor FM
Antenna (Not Supplied)
A standard type connector should be connected to the FM 75Ω
COAXIAL terminal.
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M
A
O
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ANTENNA
P
5
7
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F
X
A
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M
A
T
X
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• FM Antenna (1)
• RF Rod Antenna (1)
• IR Signal Transmitter (1)
If anything is missing, contact your dealer immediately.
Note:
If reception is poor, connect the outdoor antenna.
Before attaching a 75
to an outdoor antenna), disconnect the supplied FM antenna.
Ω
coaxial cable (the kind with a round wire going
4
AM Antenna Connections
4 ~ 6
8 ~ 16
+ +
–
–
RIGHT LEFT
+ +
–
–
RIGHT LEFT
SPEAKER
LOAD
SELECTOR
LOW
HIGH
FRONT 1 SPEAKERS
FRONT 2 / SUB ROOM SPEAKERS
CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 8 ~ 16
CAUTION :
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
ANTENNA
FM 75
COAXIAL
Snap the tabs on the loop into the
slots of the base to assemble the
AM loop.
Basic connecting procedure
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4
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LOOP
AM
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1
AM Loop Antenna
2
3
Outdoor single vinyl-covered wire (not supplied)
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 loop antenna connected.)
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 front speakers
You can connect two pairs of front speakers — one pair to the
FRONT 1 SPEAKERS terminals, and the other pair to the FRONT
2/ SUB ROOM SPEAKERS terminals.
The speakers connected to the FRONT 2 / SUB ROOM SPEAKERS
terminals can be used as follows:
• As the second front speakers in the main listening room
• As the main speakers in the sub listening room when using the
Multi-room function.
Right speaker
FRONT 1 SPEAKERS
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 powered subwoofer to enhance the bass.
IMPORTANT:
After connecting the speakers listed above, set the speaker
setting information properly:
• To obtain the best possible DSP effect in the main room,
see page 24.
• To use the Multi-room function, see “Setting the Front
Speakers Either for the Main Room or Sub-room” on page
23.
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 6.
CAUTION:
Use speakers with the SPEAKER IMPEDANCE indicated by the
speaker terminals.
Right speaker
FRONT 2 / SUB ROOM
Left speaker
SPEAKERS
IMPORTANT for FRONT 1 SPEAKERS connection:
To obtain the best possible output power from the receiver, and to
prevent the receiver from being overheated, the receiver has the
SPEAKER LOAD SELECTOR which has to be set as follows:
• Set it to the HIGH position when the impedance of the front
speakers connected is within the range of 8 Ω to 16 Ω.
• Set it to the LOW position when the impedance of the front
speakers connected is within the range of 4 Ω to 6 Ω.
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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
CENTER
SPEAKER
+
SPEAKERS
CAUTION: SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
REAR
8 ~ 16
+
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.
Right rear
speaker
–
RIGHT
–
LEFT
Left rear
speaker
Connecting the subwoofer speaker
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 (not supplied).
SUBWOOFER
OUT
Powered subwoofer
Connecting Audio/Video Components
You can connect the following audio/video components to this
receiver. Refer also to the manuals supplied with your components.
Audio Components Video Components
• Turntable • DVD player*
• CD player* • TV*
• Cassette deck • DBS tuner*
or MD recorder* • VCR(s)
• CD recorder* • Video camera
Turntable
If an earth cable is provided for your
turntable, connect the cable to the
screw marked (H) on the rear panel.
Turntable
RIGHT LEFT
To audio output
AUDIO
PHONO
CD
OUT
(REC)
TAPE
/MD
IN
(PLAY)
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
RIGHT LEFT
AUDIO
PHONO
CD player
CD
OUT
(REC)
To audio output
TAPE
/MD
IN
(PLAY)
* You can connect these components using the methods described in
“Analog connections” (to the right) or in “Digital connections” (see
page 9).
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Cassette deck or MD recorder
Cassette deck
To audio input
MD recorder
To audio input
RIGHT LEFT
To audio output
AUDIO
PHONO
CD
OUT
(REC)
TAPE
/MD
IN
(PLAY)
To audio output
IMPORTANT:
This receiver is equipped with both the composite video and S-video
input/output terminals for connecting video components.
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 terminals are output only through the composite
video output terminals, while the ones from the S-video input
terminals are output only through the S-video output terminals.
Therefore, if a recording video component and a playing video
component are connected to the receiver through the different video
terminals, you cannot record the picture from the playing component
on the recording component. In addition, if the TV and a playing video
component are connected to the receiver through the different video
terminals, you cannot view the playback picture from the playing
component on the TV.
To view and record the playback picture from the video
component connected to the CDR/VCR 2 jacks, you must
connect the TV and the recording video component through the
composite video terminals.
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 23 for details.
CD recorder
CD recorder
To audio input
AUDIO
DVD
TV SOUND
/DBS
OUT
(REC)
VCR 1
IN
(PLAY)
OUT
(REC)
CDR
/VCR 2
IN
(PLAY)
MONITOR
OUT
To audio output
VIDEO
VIDEO S-VIDEORIGHT LEFT
VCR
AUDIO
A
A
S-VHS (or VHS) VCR
B
TV SOUND
(PLAY)
MONITOR
DVD
/DBS
OUT
(REC)
VCR 1
IN
OUT
(REC)
CDR
/VCR 2
IN
(PLAY)
OUT
DC
VIDEO
VIDEO S-VIDEORIGHT LEFT
F
E
D
If your audio components have a COMPU LINK or TEXT
COMPU LINK jack
• See page 47 for detailed information about the connection and the
COMPU LINK remote control system.
• See page 49 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 your video components 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 (or recording) quality.
B
VHS VCR
Å To left/right channel audio output
ı To left/right channel audio input
Ç To S-video output
Î To composite video output
‰ To composite video input
Ï To S-video input
E
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DVD
VIDEO
VIDEO S-VIDEORIGHT LEFT
AUDIO
DVD
A
B
C
Video camera
The VIDEO input jacks on the front panel are convenient when
connecting and disconnecting the equipment frequently.
VIDEO
S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIOLR
To audio
output
To S-video output
To composite
video output
DVD player
• When you connect the DVD player with stereo output jacks:
DVD player
TV and/or DBS tuner
When connecting the TV, DO NOT connect the
TV’s video output to these video input terminals.
To audio
output
TV
Connect the TV to the MONITOR
OUT jack to view the playback
picture from the other connected
video components.
To composite video input
To S-video input
RIGHT
AUDIO
DVD
TV SOUND
/DBS
OUT
(REC)
VCR 1
IN
(PLAY)
OUT
(REC)
CDR
/VCR 2
IN
(PLAY)
MONITOR
OUT
Å To front left/right channel audio output (or to audio mixed
output if necessary)
ı To S-video output
Ç To composite video output
VIDEO
VIDEO S-VIDEORIGHT LEFT
• When you connect the DVD player with its analog discrete output
(5.1 CH reproduction) jacks:
DVD player
DVD
DVD
TV SOUND
/DBS
OUT
(REC)
VCR 1
IN
(PLAY)
OUT
(REC)
CDR
/VCR 2
IN
(PLAY)
MONITOR
OUT
C
VIDEO
VIDEO S-VIDEORIGHT LEFT
F
SUB
WOOFER
AEDB
AUDIO
CENTER
DVD
RIGHT
AUDIO
DVD
VIDEO
VIDEO S-VIDEORIGHT LEFT
To audio
output
TV SOUND
/DBS
OUT
(REC)
DBS tuner
IN
DBS
To composite video output
(PLAY)
(REC)
OUT
VCR 2
IN
To S-video output
Note:
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 23 for details.
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Å To center channel audio output
ı To subwoofer audio output
Ç To S-video output
Î To front left/right channel audio output
‰ To rear left/right channel audio output
Ï To composite video output
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 equipment such as —
• DBS tuner,
• Digital TV broadcast tuner,
• DVD player,
• CD player,
• CD recorder, and
• MD 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 (either composite video terminal or S-video terminal) 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 “Digital Input (DIGITAL IN) Terminal Setting” on page
26.
– Select the digital input mode correctly. For details, see “Selecting
the Analog or Digital Input Mode” on page 26.
Digital input terminals
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, CD recorder, or MD
recorder using the COMPU LINK remote control system, connect
the target component also as described in “Analog connections”
(see pages 6 and 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).
• To use the digital source components as the sub-room source, you
need to connect them using analog connection methods as well.
• When the digital coaxial terminal (DIGITAL 1) and analog pin jacks
(analog connection) are both used to connect one source
component, you may happen to hear a noise while playing on the
source component. If this occurs, use a digital optical terminal
(DIGITAL 2/3/4) instead of the digital coaxial terminal (DIGITAL 1).
Digital output terminal
CD recorder
MD recorder
DBS
CD player
CD recorder
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 playerDBS tuner
DVD
MD recorder
PCM / DOLBY DIGITAL
DIGITAL 1 (DVD)
DIGITAL 2 (CD)
DIGITAL 3 (TV)
DIGITAL 4 (CDR)
DIGITAL IN
/ DTS
Digital optical cable (not supplied)
between digital optical terminals
When the digital recording
equipment such as an MD recorder
has a digital optical input terminal,
connecting it to the DIGITAL OUT
DIGITAL OUT
terminal enables you to perform
digital-to-digital recording.
PCM/DOLBY DIGITAL/DTS
Note:
The digital signal format output through the DIGITAL OUT terminal is
the same as that of the input signal. This means that when the DTS
Digital Surround signals are input, the DTS Digital Surround signals
are output.
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Setting Up the RF Rod Antenna
30°
30°
Setting Up the IR Signal Transmitter
The RF rod antenna is supplied with this receiver to allow you to use
the Multi-room function.
With the RF rod antenna, you can operate the receiver at a distance
of up to 50 feet (15 m) using the remote control. However, If the
antenna cannot receive signals stably, you cannot operate the
receiver correctly.
• The signal-reachable distance may differ depending on the
operating conditions and circumstances.
The remote control supplied with this receiver can transmit both RF
(Radio Frequency) signal and IR (infrared) signal at the same time
to operate the receiver.
The RF rod antenna can receive the RF signals emitted from the
remote control. This means that you do not have to aim the remote
control at the remote sensor on the receiver when operating the
receiver.
• Without the RF rod antenna connected, you can operate the
receiver with the remote control, aiming the remote control
directly toward the remote sensor on the receiver.
To set up the RF rod antenna
1. Insert the RF rod antenna to the RF REMOTE
ANTENNA terminal.
RF REMOTE
The IR signal transmitter can transmit the IR signals.
It allows you to use the AV COMPULINK system, and to operate
other manufacturers’ video components. Without the IR transmitter
connected, you can operate other components with the remote
control, aiming the remote control directly toward the remote sensor
on the target components. However, the IR signal transmitter
reduces the possibility of malfunction.
• The IR signal transmitter may not operate the target components
depending on the operating conditions and circumstances —
including the aiming angle and direction of the IR signal
transmitter toward the remote sensors of the target components.
If this occurs, changing its aiming angle and direction toward the
remote sensors may solve the problem.
To set up the IR signal transmitter
1. Find the place where you attach the IR signal
transmitter.
• Place it where the signal can reach the remote sensor of the
target components directly (in the line-of-sight).
• If the cord length of the IR signal transmitter is not long
enough, use an extension cord (separately purchased).
2. Attach the double-sided adhesive tape
(supplied) to the IR signal transmitter.
IR signal transmitter
ANTENNA
IR OUT
2. Rotate the fixing nut to attach the RF rod
antenna firmly.
RF REMOTE
ANTENNA
IR OUT
Double-sided
adhesive tape
3. Connect the plug of the transmitter to the IR
OUT jack of the receiver and place the
transmitter.
RF REMOTE
ANTENNA
IR OUT
At an angle of
approx. 60°
Signal-emitting angle of the transmitter
Horizontally: 60˚
Vertically: 60˚
Less than
(3 m
)
10 feet
15°
45°
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Putting Batteries in the Remote Control
Connecting the Power Cord
Before using the remote control, put two supplied batteries first.
1. On the back of the remote control, remove the
battery cover.
2. Insert batteries. Make sure to match the polarity:
(+) to (+).
3. Replace the cover.
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.
Note:
The preset settings such as preset channels and sound adjustment
may be erased in a few days in the following cases:
– When you unplug the power cord.
– When a power failure occurs.
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.
If the remote control cannot transmit signals and operate the
receiver correctly, replace the batteries. Use two R6P(SUM3)/
AA(15F) type dry-cell batteries.
• When the remote control transmits a signal, the remote operation
lamp on the remote control lights up.
Note:
When you can aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor
on the receiver, you can operate the receiver at a distance of up to 23
feet (7 m).
CAUTION:
Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking cells:
• Place batteries in the remote control so they match the polarity: (+)
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.
11
Multi-room Operations
Before operating this receiver any further, be familiar with this Multi-room function.
This function enables you to listen to different sources in two different places (we call these two places “main room”
and “sub-room”) by using this receiver only.
This section explains only required speaker connections, the concept, and basic operations of the Multi-room function.
For more detailed operations, see the respective pages in this manual.
Required Speaker Connections for the Sub-room
Connection Å
See also “Connecting the front speakers” on page 5.
Right speaker
+ +
+ +
CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 8 ~ 16
Right speaker
MAIN ROOM SPEAKERS
FRONT 1 SPEAKERS
RIGHT LEFT
RIGHT LEFT
FRONT 2 / SUB ROOM SPEAKERS
–
–
–
–
SUB ROOM SPEAKERS
CAUTION :
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
4 ~ 6
8 ~ 16
SPEAKER
SELECTOR
Left speaker
LOW
HIGH
LOAD
Left speaker
Connection ı
Connect the input jacks of another amplifier to the SUB ROOM
PRE OUT jacks on the rear panel, using a cable with RCA pin
plugs (not supplied).
SUB ROOM
PRE OUT
RIGHT LEFT
Another amplifier
Right speaker
SUB ROOM SPEAKERS
Left speaker
Merits:
• This connection DOES NOT require a power amplifier.
Demerits:
• When the sub-room speakers are activated, this connection
DOES NOT allow you to use the DSP mode (see page 32)
using the center/rear speakers and the DVD MULTI playback
mode (see page 41) for the main room sources.
To use the front speakers connected to the FRONT 2/SUB
ROOM SPEAKERS terminals for the sub-room
See “Setting the Front Speakers Either for the Main Room or
Sub-room” on page 23, and “Activating the Sub-room Front
Speakers” on page 22.
Note:
Using long speaker signal cables will deteriorate the signals, and
will result in poor sound quality.
Merits:
• This connection DOES allow you to use the DSP mode (see
page 32) using the center/rear speakers and the DVD MULTI
playback mode (see page 41) for the main room sources.
Demerits:
• This connection DOES require another amplifier.
To use the front speakers in the sub-room
• No settings are required on this receiver.
• Turn on and operate the other amplifier connected to the SUB
ROOM PRE OUT jacks correctly.
Note:
Using long cables will deteriorate the signals, and will result in poor
sound quality.
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Basic Operating Procedure for Main Room
On the front panel:
1. Press POWER.
The STANDBY lamp on the front panel goes off, and the MAIN
ROOM ON/OFF lamp on the front panel lights red.
• For more details, “Turning the Power On and Off (Standby)”
on page 15.
STANDBY
From the remote control:
1. Set the multi-room operation selector to “MAIN
ROOM.”
MAIN
ROOM
Now the buttons and controls on the remote control work for
the main room operations.
SUB
ROOM
POWER
The sound comes out of the speakers in the main room, and the
buttons and controls on the front panel work for the main room
operations.
2. If no sounds come out of the front speakers, press
SPEAKERS 1 (MAIN ROOM) and/or
SPEAKERS 2 (SUB ROOM) which you want to
use.
The lamp(s) on the front panel button(s) selected light(s) red.
• For more details, see “Activating the Main Room Front
Speakers” on page 17.
SPEAKERS
1
MULTI ROOM
2
SUB ROOMMAIN ROOM
3. Select and play a source.
SOURCE SELECTOR
2. Press AUDIO POWER ON.
The STANDBY lamp on the front panel goes off, and the
MAIN ROOM ON/OFF lamp on the front panel lights red.
• See also “Turning the Power On and Off (Standby)” on page
15.
STANDBY ON
The sound comes out of the speakers in the main room.
• If no sounds come out of the front speakers, press
SPEAKERS 1 (MAIN ROOM) and/or SPEAKERS 2 (SUB
ROOM) on the front panel. The SPEAKERS 1 (MAIN
ROOM) and/or SPEAKERS 2 (SUB ROOM) lamp(s) on the
front panel light(s) red.
For more details, see “Activating the Main Room Front
Speakers” on page 17.
3. Select and play a source.
DVD DVD MUILTI CD TAPE/MD
TV/DBS VIDEO PHONO FM/AM
VCR 1 CDR/VCR 2
4. Turn MASTER VOLUME to adjust the volume
level of the sound from the speakers in the main
room.
MASTER VOLUME
–
+
• Before using the remote control, set the remote control mode
correctly. (See page 15.)
4. Press VOLUME + / – to adjust the volume level
of the sound from the speakers in the main room.
VOLUME
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Basic Operating Procedure for Sub-Room
The sources and functions available for the sub-room
operations are limited.
For more details on the sub-room operations, see “Sub-room
Operations” on pages 20 to 22.
On the front panel:
1. Press POWER.
The STANDBY lamp on the front panel goes off, and the MAIN
ROOM ON/OFF lamp on the front panel lights red.
• For more details, “Turning the Power On and Off (Standby)
and Selecting the Sub-room Operations” on page 20.
STANDBY
From the remote control:
1. Set the multi-room operation selector to “SUB
ROOM.”
MAIN
ROOM
Now the buttons and controls on the remote control work for the
sub-room operations.
SUB
ROOM
2. Press AUDIO POWER ON.
The STANDBY lamp on the front panel goes off, and the SUB
ROOM ON/OFF lamp on the front panel lights green.
• See also “Turning the Power On and Off (Standby) and
Selecting the Sub-room Operations” on page 20.
POWER
The sound comes out of the speakers in the main room, and the
buttons and controls on the front panel work for the main room
operations.
2. Press SUB ROOM ON/OFF so that the SUB
ROOM ON/OFF lamp on the button lights green.
SUB ROOM
ON/OFF
The sound comes out of the front speakers in the sub-room.
If no sounds come out of the front speakers, press SUB ROOM
(SPEAKERS 2) so that the SUB ROOM speaker (SPEAKERS
2) lamp on the front panel lights green.
• See also “Setting the Front Speakers Either for the Main
Room or Sub-room” on page 23, and “Activating the Subroom Front Speakers” on page 22.
Note:
If the center speaker or rear speakers are used for the DSP mode
(see page 32) for the main room operations, the SUB ROOM
(SPEAKERS 2) button does not work.
3. Press SUB ROOM CONTROL so that the SUB
ROOM CONTROL lamp on the button lights
green.
SUB ROOM
CONTROL
STANDBY ON
The sound comes out of the front speakers in the sub-room.
If no sounds come out of the front speakers, press SUB ROOM
(SPEAKERS 2) on the front panel so that the SUB ROOM
speaker (SPEAKERS 2) lamp on the front panel lights green.
• See also “Activating the Sub-room Front Speakers” on page
22.
Note:
If the center speaker or rear speakers are used for the DSP mode
(see page 32) for the main room operations, the SUB ROOM
(SPEAKERS 2) button does not work.
3. Select and play a source.
DVD DVD MUILTI CD TAPE/MD
TV/DBS VIDEO PHONO FM/AM
VCR 1 CDR/VCR 2
• See also “Operating the Playback Source for the Sub-room”
on page 22.
4. Press VOLUME + / – to adjust the volume level of
the sound from the front speakers in the subroom.
VOLUME
Now the buttons and controls on the front panel work for the
sub-room operations.
4. Select and play a source.
SOURCE SELECTOR
5. Turn MASTER VOLUME to adjust the volume
level of the sound from the front speakers in the
sub-room.
MASTER VOLUME
–
+
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Main Room Basic Operations
This section explains only the operations commonly used when you play any sound source in the main room.
See pages 20 for the sub-room operations.
IMPORTANT:
When using the buttons and controls on the front panel:
Check the following lamps’ illumination.
For the main room operations:
• The MAIN ROOM ON/OFF lamp is lit.
• The SUB ROOM CONTROL lamp is not lit.
When using the remote control:
Check to see if the multi-room operation selector and the remote
control mode selector are set to the correct positions:
• Multi-room operation selector:
To operate this receiver for the main room,
set it to “MAIN ROOM.”
• Remote control mode selector:
To operate this receiver, set it to “AUDIO/TV/
VCR.”
MAIN
ROOM
AUDIO/
TV/VCR
CATV/DBS
Turning the Power On and Off (Standby)
On the front panel:
To turn on the power, press POWER.
The STANDBY lamp on the front panel goes off,
and the MAIN ROOM ON/OFF lamp on the
front panel lights red. The name of the current
main room source (or station frequency) appears
on the display.
STANDBY
POWER
MAIN ROOM
ON/OFF
SUB
ROOM
From the remote control:
To turn on the power, press AUDIO
POWER ON.
STANDBY ON
The STANDBY lamp on the front panel goes off,
and the MAIN ROOM ON/OFF lamp on the
front panel lights red. The name of the current
main room source (or station frequency) appears
on the display.
The currently selected SPEAKERS 1 (MAIN ROOM) and/or
SPEAKERS 2 (SUB ROOM) lamps on the front panel also light
red.
• If the SPEAKERS 1 (MAIN ROOM) and/or SPEAKERS 2 (SUB
ROOM) lamps on the front panel are not lit, see “Activating the
Main Room Front Speakers” on page 17.
To turn off the power (into standby mode),
press AUDIO POWER STANDBY.
The STANDBY lamp lights red.
STANDBY ON
Notes:
• When you turn off the receiver in the main room, make sure if other
people are listening to any source in the sub-room (the SUB
ROOM ON/OFF lamp and SUB ROOM speaker (SPEAKERS 2)
lamp on the front panel are lit green).
• If you have turned off the receiver with the volume level set at more
than level “30,” the volume level will be automatically set at level
“30” next time you turn on the receiver.
• If “TURN ON MAIN OR SUB ROOM” appears on the display, press
MAIN ROOM ON/OFF or SUB ROOM ON/OFF to listen the sound
in the main room or in the sub-room; otherwise, the receiver will
turn off after about 1 minute.
Current source name for main room appears
Current volume level for main room is shown here
The currently selected SPEAKERS 1 (MAIN ROOM) and/or
SPEAKERS 2 (SUB ROOM) lamps on the front panel also light red.
• If the SPEAKERS 1 (MAIN ROOM) and/or SPEAKERS 2 (SUB
ROOM) lamps on the front panel are not lit, see “Activating the
Main Room Front Speakers” on page 17.
To turn off the power (into standby mode),
press POWER again.
The STANDBY lamp lights red. A small amount
of power is consumed in standby mode. To turn
STANDBY
POWER
the power off completely, unplug the AC power
cord.
Canceling the Main Room Operations
On the front panel:
To stop the main room operations and sounds
from the main room speakers, press MAIN
ROOM ON/OFF.
The MAIN ROOM ON/OFF lamp on the button
goes off, and the currently selected Front speaker
lamp also goes off (no sound will be heard in the
main room).
• You cannot use this receiver for the main room operations any more.
To use this receiver for the main room
operations again, press MAIN ROOM ON/OFF
again.
The MAIN ROOM ON/OFF lamp on the button
lights red, and the currently selected Front
speaker lamps also light red.
Now the buttons and controls on the front panel work for the main
room operations.
From the remote control:
To stop the main room operations and sounds from the main
room speakers, press MAIN ROOM ON/OFF.
The MAIN ROOM ON/OFF lamp on the front
panel goes off, and the currently selected Front
speaker lamp on the front panel also goes off (no
sound will be heard in the main room).
• You cannot use this receiver for the main room operations any more.
MAIN ROOM
ON/OFF
MAIN ROOM
ON/OFF
MAIN ROOM
ON/OFF
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To use this receiver for the main room operations again, press
MAIN ROOM ON/OFF again.
The MAIN ROOM ON/OFF lamp on the front panel lights red, and
the currently selected Front speaker lamps on the front panel also
light red.
Notes:
• If you have turned off the receiver with the volume level set at more
than level “30,” the volume level will be automatically set at level
“30” next time you turn on the receiver.
• If “TURN ON MAIN OR SUB ROOM” appears on the display, press
MAIN ROOM ON/OFF or SUB ROOM ON/OFF to listen the sound
in the main room or in the sub-room; otherwise, the receiver will
turn off after about 1 minute.
Selecting the Main Room Source to Play
On the front panel:
Turn SOURCE SELECTOR until the source
name you want appears on the display.
• As you turn the selector, the source changes as
follows:
CD O PHONO O TAPE (or MD) O FM O AM O DVD O
DVD MULTI O TV SOUND (or DBS) O VCR 1 O
CDR/VCR 2 O VIDEO O (back to the beginning)
The selected source lamp also lights up.
DVD
TV SOUND/DBS PHONO
CDR/VCR 2
VIDEO
CD
TAPE/MDVCR 1
FM
AM
SOURCE SELECTOR
DVD Select the DVD player.
DVD MULTI Select the DVD player for viewing the digital video
disc using the analog discrete output mode (5.1 CH
reproduction) on the DVD player.
To enjoy the DVD MULTI playback, see page 41.
CD * Select the CD player.
TAPE/MD * Select the cassette deck (or the MD recorder).
TV/DBS Select TV sounds (or the DBS tuner).
VIDEO Select video component connected to the VIDEO
jacks.
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.
VCR 1 Select the video component connected to the VCR 1
jacks.
CDR/VCR 2 *Select the CD recorder or video component
connected to the CDR/VCR 2 jacks.
Notes:
• When connecting an MD recorder (to the TAPE/MD jacks), and a
DBS tuner (to the TV SOUND/DBS jacks), change the source
name shown on the display. For details, see page 23.
• When you press one of the source selecting buttons on the remote
control marked above with an asterisk (*), the receiver
automatically turns on.
Signal and speaker indicators on the display
• The signal indicators light up to indicate the incoming channel
signals.
– Only the indicators for the incoming signals light up.
• The frame of the signal indicator (except for “LFE” and “S”)
lights up if the corresponding speaker is set to “LARGE” or
“SMALL” (for subwoofer, “YES”).
– The frames of “L” and “R” indicators always light up.
• The DVD lamp lights up both for “DVD” and
“DVD MULTI.”
From the remote control:
Press one of the source selecting buttons.
DVD DVD MUILTI CD TAPE/MD
TV/DBS VIDEO PHONO FM/AM
VCR 1 CDR/VCR 2
Selected source name appears
C
L
R
LFESUBWFR
LS
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: Lights up when the center channel signal comes in.
LS: Lights up when the left rear channel signal comes in.
RS: Lights up when the right rear channel signal comes in.
S: Lights up when the monaural rear channel signal comes in.
LFE: Lights up when the LFE channel signal comes in.
Notes:
• When “SUBWOOFER” is set to “YES,”
• When you select “DVD MULTI,” all the signal indicators except “S”
light up.
S
RS
SUBWFR
lights up.
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Selecting different sources for picture and
sound
You can watch picture from a video component while listening to
sound from another component.
On the front panel:
1. Press SOUND SELECT (INPUT
ATT.) briefly while viewing the
picture from a video component
SOUND SELECT
INPUT ATT.
such as the VCR or DVD player,
etc.
“SOUND SELECT” appears on the display.
2. Turn SOURCE SELECTOR to
SOURCE SELECTOR
select the sound (except the TV
sound), while the indication of the
above step is still on the display.
From the remote control:
Press one of the audio source selecting buttons (CD, TAPE/MD,
PHONO, FM/AM, TV/DBS*), while viewing the picture from a
video component such as the VCR or DVD player, etc.
Activating the Main Room Front Speakers
When shipped from the factory, both pairs of the front speakers have
been set to be used in the main room.
• To use the front speakers connected to the FRONT 2/SUB ROOM
SPEAKERS terminals for the sub-room, see “Setting the Front
Speakers Either for the Main Room or Sub-room” on page 23, and
“Activating the Sub-room Front Speakers” on page 22.
On the front panel ONLY:
Press SPEAKERS 1 (MAIN ROOM) and/or
SPEAKERS 2 (SUB ROOM) to select the
speakers to use in the main room.
• Each time you press the button, the lamp on
the respective button turns on and off.
When the lamp on either button lights red, the respective speakers
are activated.
IMPORTANT:
You can activate two pairs of the front speakers in the main room at
the same time only when the SPEAKER LOAD SELECTOR on the
rear panel is set to “HIGH” and when no signals are sent to the center
and rear speakers. Otherwise, activating one pair of the speakers
deactivates the other.
SPEAKERS
1
MULTI ROOM
2
SUB ROOMMAIN ROOM
Notes:
• Once you have selected a video source, pictures of the selected
source are sent to the TV until you select another video source.
* The TV/DBS button only works for selecting “DBS” as the source
but not for selecting “TV SOUND.” When you use the DBS tuner,
change the source name correctly (see page 23).
Adjusting the Main Room 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 level also changes slowly.
From the remote control:
To increase the volume, press VOLUME +.
To decrease the volume, press VOLUME –.
CAUTIONS:
• 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.
• Be careful not to turn up the volume so high when controlling the
receiver without listening to the playback sound. For example, when
adjusting the volume level in the sub-room from the main room.
Note:
The volume level can be adjusted within the range of “0” (minimum) to
“90” (maximum).
MASTER VOLUME
–
VOLUME
+
Note:
If you use any of the DSP modes other than the 3D-PHONIC modes
with both front speakers activated in the main room, the speakers
connected to the FRONT 2/SUB ROOM SPEAKERS terminals are
deactivated.
Listening only with headphones
You can listen with the headphones without deactivating both pairs
of speakers for the main room; however, if you want to use the
HEADPHONE mode (see below), you must turn off both pairs of
speakers.
1. Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack on the front
panel.
2. Press SPEAKERS 1 (MAIN ROOM) and/or SPEAKERS 2
(SUB ROOM) so that no lamps on the buttons are lit red.
This cancels the surround mode or DSP mode currently selected,
and activates the HEADPHONE mode (see below).
• The HEAD PHONE indicator lights up on the display.
HEADPHONE mode:
With this mode selected, the bass sounds will not be lost
regardless of the speaker setting. So you will not miss them even
if you listen to a source using the headphones.
Notes:
• While in the HEADPHONE mode, you cannot use any other DSP
modes (see page 32.)
• Activating the speakers cancels the HEADPHONE mode and turns
on the DSP mode 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.
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Muting the Main Room Sound
Adjusting the Subwoofer Output Level
From the remote control ONLY:
Press MUTING to mute the sound through all
MUTING
speakers in the main room 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 on the front panel or pressing
VOLUME +/– on the remote control also restores the sound.
Reinforcing the Bass
Human ears are not sensitive to bass at low volume. To compensate
for this, the bass boost function automatically boost the bass level as
you lower the volume.
BASS BOOST
On the front panel ONLY:
Press BASS BOOST (SOURCE NAME)
SOURCE NAME
briefly to select the bass boost function.
• Each time you press the button, the bass boost
function turns on (“BASSBOOST ON”) and
off (“BASSBOOST OFF”).
– Select “BASSBOOST ON” to activate the bass boost function.
The BASS BOOST indicator lights up on the display.
– Select “BASSBOOST OFF” to cancel it.
The indicator goes off.
Note:
This function affects the front speaker sounds in the main room only.
Attenuating the Input Signal
You can adjust the subwoofer output level if you have selected
“YES” for the “SUBWOOFER” (see page 23).
Once it has been adjusted, the receiver memorizes the adjustment.
Before you start, remember...
• There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is
canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again.
• When the front speakers are all deactivated, the subwoofer level
cannot be adjusted.
On the front panel:
1. Press BALANCE/SURROUND
BALANCE/SURROUND
ADJUST
ADJUST repeatedly until
“SUBWFR LEVEL” appears on
the display.
The display changes to show the current setting.
2. Turn MULTI JOG to adjust the
MULTI JOG
subwoofer output level (–10 dB to
+10 dB).
From the remote control:
SOUND
1. Press SOUND.
The 10 keys are activated for sound adjustments.
2. Press SUBWOOFER –/+ to adjust
the subwoofer output level (–10 dB
to +10 dB).
Note:
This function is applied only to the main room sources.
SUBWOOFER
0
+10
100+FM MODE
When the input level of the playing source is too high, the sounds
will be distorted. If this happens, you need to attenuate the input
signal level to prevent the sound distortion.
On the front panel ONLY:
Press and hold INPUT ATT. (SOUND
SELECT) so that the
INPUT A TT
indicator
SOUND SELECT
INPUT ATT.
lights up on the display.
• Each time you press and hold the button, the
Input Attenuator mode turns on (“INPUT ATT
ON”) or off (“INPUT NORMAL”).
Notes:
• This effect is applied to only the main room sources connected using
the analog terminals (except “DVD MULTI”).
• This function takes effect when the DSP mode is in use.
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Adjusting the Front Speaker Output
Balance
If the sounds you hear from the front right and left speakers are
unequal, you can adjust the speaker output balance in the main
room.
Before you start, remember...
• There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is
canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again.
On the front panel ONLY:
1. Press BALANCE/SURROUND
BALANCE/SURROUND
ADJUST
ADJUST repeatedly until “L/R
BALANCE” appears on the
display.
The display changes to show the current setting.
2. Turn MULTI JOG to adjust the
MULTI JOG
balance.
• Turning it clockwise decreases the left
channel output.
• Turning it counterclockwise decreases the
right channel output.
Note:
This function is applied only to the main room sources.
Using the Sleep Timer
Using the Sleep Timer, you can fall asleep to music and know the
receiver (or the main room source playback) will turn off by itself
rather than play all night.
From the remote control ONLY:
Press SLEEP repeatedly.
The SLEEP indicator lights up on the display, and the
shut-off time changes as follows (in minutes):
2010 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
(Canceled)
00
When the shut-off time comes
The receiver turns off (into standby mode) automatically.
• If the sub-room source is still played (the SUB ROOM ON/OFF lamp on
the front panel is lit) when the shut-off time comes, the receiver will not
turn off, but only the main room sound will shut of f.
To check or change the time remaining until the shut-off time
Press SLEEP once.
The remaining time until the shut-off time appears in minutes.
• To change the shut-off time, press SLEEP repeatedly.
To cancel the Sleep Timer
Press SLEEP repeatedly until “SLEEP 00min.” appears on the
display. (The SLEEP indicator goes off.)
• Turning off the power also cancels the Sleep Timer.
SLEEP
Changing the Display Brightness
You can dim the display.
On the front panel ONLY:
Press DIMMER.
• Each time you press the button, the display
dims and brightens alternately.
DIMMER
Note:
Even though you have made the display dimmer, it brightens for a
while when you operate the receiver.
Recording a Source
For analog-to-analog recording
You can record any analog source through the receiver to —
• the cassette deck (or MD recorder) connected to the TAPE/MD
jacks,
• the VCR connected to the VCR 1 jacks, and
• the CD recorder (or VCR) connected to the CDR/VCR2 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.
• Digital-to-digital recording is only possible when the digital signal
format of the playback source is linear PCM. For recording the
playback source of other digital signal formats, use analog-toanalog recording method.
Notes:
• Analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog recordings are not possible.
• The output volume level, bass boost (see page 18), SEA modes
(see page 31), and DSP modes (see page 32) cannot affect the
recording.
• The test tone signal (see pages 35 and 37) does not come out
through the DIGITAL OUT terminal.
IMPORTANT:
• While recording, do not turn off the receiver or main room source;
otherwise, recording will stop.
• If the same source is selected both for the main room and the subroom, operating the sub-room source will affect the recording.
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